Clifford Ronald Pierce

Clifford Ronald Pierce, 91, of Lewiston, MN, died on March 18, 2026, at Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Rushford, MN. Born on March 6, 1935, in Lewiston, Minnesota, Clifford was the son of Cullen and Helen (Rinn) Pierce and grew up with fond memories of Fremont, where he attended grade school.

After graduating from Lewiston High School in 1953, Clifford embarked on a life filled with hard work, dedication, and love. He married his sweetheart, Joan Moger, on October 21, 1954, in Highland, MN, and together they built a life that spanned generations. The couple lived on the family farm in Fremont before moving back to Lewiston.

Clifford was a man of many talents and aspirations. Together, he and Joan owned and operated a fuel station, mechanic shop and towing service for 15 years before taking on a new adventure in 1976 when they purchased The Recreation Bar and Cafe, a beloved local gathering spot. They catered many events over the years. Meanwhile, they also owned and ran Lewiston Concessions and the Lewiston Laundromat.

Clifford’s commitment to service extended beyond the businesses. He proudly served in the National Guard starting in 1953. Around 1964 he and his unit attended 2 weeks of winter training in Alaska! He dedicated 40 years to the Army National Guard and retired with an E8 Master Sergeant rank. In May of 2024, he was privileged to go on the Freedom Honor Flight!

He was an active member of the Utica Presbyterian Church, served on the Lewiston City Council, and was honored to hold the position of Lewiston Mayor. He played active roles in the Lewiston Fire Department, including Fire Chief and Fire Warden, and was a member of the Jaycees, Lewiston Lions Club, Lewiston American Legion, Lewiston Sportsman's Club, and the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association including cooking for the Youth Archery Hunt at Camp Ripley.

In addition to his many community contributions, Clifford was a part-time policeman in Lewiston, was a member of the Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association and Winona County Sheriff's Posse. He also served as an officer on the Tri-County Firefighters Association.

Hobbies he enjoyed were boating on the Mississippi river, deer hunting, family vacations and fishing trips to Canada, and watching sports on T.V.

Clifford is survived by his children, Craig Pierce, Steve (Linda) Pierce, Diane (Alan) Sommers; grandchildren, Christopher "Pooter" (Teresa) Pierce, Carla (Josh) Meyers, Catie (Dave) Pierce, Jenny Pierce, Paul (Fei) Pierce, Tyler Pierce, April (Peter) Hendricks, Janell (Edward) Fitzgerald, Jay Sommers; great-grandchildren, Bradey (Taylor) Woodard, Carson Pierce, Taylor Pierce-Sprenger, Calie (Alyssa) Pierce, Cassie Pierce, Miranda (Collin) Jorgensen, Michael Jorgensen, Evelyn Pierce, Brock Hendricks, Luke Hendricks, Ava Fitzgerald, Eli Fitzgerald; great-great-granddaughter, Lettie Woodard; brother, Floyd Pierce; brothers-in-law, Arnold "Dale" (Karen) Moger, Arland (Marilyn) Moger, Gary (Karen) Moger, Jim Prigge; sister-in-laws, Betty (Mark) Peterson, Nanci Moger, and Rosie Moger, and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Cullen and Helen Pierce; wife, Joan Pierce; daughter, Dawn Pierce; granddaughter, Shelby Lynn Pierce; brothers and sisters-in laws, Sherril Pierce, Marion and Jim Simon, Orlie Moger, Carroll Moger, and Carmen Prigge.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Hoff Funeral Home in St. Charles from 4pm to 7pm. Funeral services for Clifford will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Hoff Funeral Home in St. Charles at 11am with visitation beginning at 10am.

The service will be livestreamed though the link below:

https://together.oneroomstreaming.com/XWPU73