James "Michael" Clizer, age 75, of Springdale, Arkansas, passed away on June 7, 2024, at his residence

He was born on January 13, 1949, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Norman Ralph Clizer and Gayle Caldwell Clizer.

Mike was a decorated United States Navy Veteran who served during the Vietnam War.  He worked for many years as a truck driver for Cargill. An avid sportsman, both hunting and fishing, he was also a gardening enthusiast. Mike could be found in the mornings sipping coffee and chatting with friends at the coffee house or having breakfast at Susan's Restaurant.  Mike was never happier than working on renovation of an old automobile.  He was determined to fix any car!

Mike was preceded in death by his parents and nephew, Keith Alan Esarey of Alexandria, VA.  He is survived by his sister, Cheryl Clizer Esarey (Michael) of Greenville, NC; his nephew Daniel Ryan Esarey(Jennifer) of High Point, NC; numerous cousins, aunts, and great nieces/nephews throughout Texas, Missouri, North Carolina, and Virginia. He loved them dearly.

The family expresses grateful thanks to Allison Henry, Amy Savage, the VA, and the Circle of Life for easing Mike gently into his heavenly transition.

Graveside service and Inurnment  with Full Military Honors 1:00 PM,  Saturday, August 24, 2024 at the Savannah Cemetery,

All are welcome to attend; To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.heatonbowmansmith.com .

Arrangements are under the direction of the  Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel.