Clifton Earl “Cliff” Files, age 88 of Decatur, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
Cliff was born August 6, 1938 in Carbon Hill, Alabama to Edgar and Beatrice Files.
He was preceded in death by his wife “Butch” Files in 2021.
He is survived by two sons, Degan Wilder (Christie), Shawn Wilder, and a daughter Miaschele Lawless Williams (Chad), five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. He is also survived by one sister, and preceded in death by three brothers.
Cliff graduated from Carbon Hill High School in 1956, then hitchhiked to his favorite place, The University of Alabama, where he attended school from 1956-1959. He had a passion for sports at the university and attended every game for many years. His love for Alabama football continued until his death. He then graduated Pharmacy School from Howard College in 1962. During this time, he also served in the Army Air National Guard. Cliff was a practicing pharmacist for over 62 years. He was co-owner of Westmeade Pharmacy and Dillehay Drugs. After selling the drugstores, he missed pharmacy and went back to work at Lurleen B. Wallace Center for 15 years, and worked for the Free Clinic as a volunteer pharmacist for many years.
Cliff loved the Lord, was a member of Central Baptist Church for over 50 years and loved being involved in all aspects of the church including the youth, outreach, and mission trips. He was still involved in the senior program up until a week before his death. He loved his family, and especially his grandchildren. He will leave a lasting legacy on the lives he touched. In lieu of flowers, please support your favorite charity.
A graveside service will be held at 1:30, Wednesday, November 11, at Roselawn Cemetery.
