Clifford (Sonny) Carden was born on October 10, 1941 in Fairfield, Texas to Isiah, Sr. and Maurine Govan Carden. He was the third of six children.

He was raised in Fairfield, Texas and graduated from Dogan High School in 1961.

He accepted Christ at an early age and united with Jones Chapel United Methodist Church. He was a life member and was very active in the church. He took great pride in the appearance of the inside and outside of the church.

He was very active in the 4-H Club during his early years. He was a board member of the Ike Carden Rodeo Association for 13 years.

Clifford left this earth on February 25, 2018 in Fairfield, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Isiah Carden, Sr. and Maurine Carden; brother, Isiah (Ike) Carden, Jr.; stepmother, Leophia Carden.

Those left behind to cherish memories are: son, Rodney (Giovanna) Brackens of Heartland, Texas; two daughters, Jerilyn (Andrew) Griffin of Fairfield, Texas and Sylvia Brown of Dallas, Texas; brother, Jesse (Pauline) Carden of Dallas, Texas; sisters, Anna (Arne) Henderson, Christine (Guy) Manning, both of Fairfield, Texas and Marie (John) Bess of Midland, Texas; aunt, Lucille Govan Wickliff of Liberty, Texas; nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Final arrangements made by Emanuel Funeral Home - Teague, 1222 N. First Street, Teague, TX  75860.