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“It is so hard to wrap my brain around the fact that Peter is no longer on this earth with us to share his infectious zeal for all things. I miss you...Read More »
1 of 15 | Posted by: Kristin (Burke) Davis - CT

“I only had the privilege to meet Peter two times, I was so impressed with the very lively spirit of him. He will always be a person that I will...Read More »
2 of 15 | Posted by: Deanna - Maitland, FL

“Peter was the best husband, best father, son-in-law and friend who loved his family to the nth degree. I will miss our walks around the pond, and...Read More »
3 of 15 | Posted by: Thomas Burke - Palm Beach Gardens, FL

“Dear Stephanie, I am so deeply sorry for your sudden loss. You and your beautiful little boy are in my thoughts and prayers. May the memory of...Read More »
4 of 15 | Posted by: Alicia Carver - Longwood, FL

“Stephanie & Jake, I was so sorry and very sad and shocked to hear of your sudden loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time....Read More »
5 of 15 | Posted by: Tina (Arnott) Iser - Bluffton, SC

“Dear Stephanie and Jake: Please accept our most heartfelt condolences. I am so glad John had the opportunity to visit Peter in March. We loved...Read More »
6 of 15 | Posted by: Jim and Susan Shuhi - Torrington, CT

“Stephanie and Jake, There are no words that can ease your hearts at this time. You have had a strong bond as a family - filled with great love and...Read More »
7 of 15 | Posted by: Donna Wood - Altamonte Springs, FL

“We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. The Knights ”
8 of 15 | Posted by: Sheila Knight - Longwood, FL

“Dearest Stephanie and Jake, I am grieving with you. I am so sorry for your precious and sudden loss. I remember when Peter would come to school or I...Read More »
9 of 15 | Posted by: Melissa Manuel and Family - FL

“We will miss that smile and friendly greeting. ”
10 of 15 | Posted by: Mike & Dory McConnell - Longwood, FL

“Pete will be missed be many. He was always willing to help and put himself second to anyone that asked for help. Our thoughts and prayers are with...Read More »
11 of 15 | Posted by: Clark Family - Hernando Beach, FL

“Stephanie, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ryan and Stacy Weaver ”
12 of 15 | Posted by: Stacy - orlando, FL - friend

“We are so sorry. Pete was a great friend to so many people. He will be greatly missed. You are all in our thoughts. ”
13 of 15 | Posted by: Hall Family - Goshen, CT - Friend

“PETER WAS A GREAT GUY AND TRUE FRIEND. I WILL MISS HIM."I SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF, YOU ARE CONTINUALLY IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS" ”
14 of 15 | Posted by: Juan Gererna - apopka, FL

“The staff of Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home wishes to extend its sympathy to you at this very difficult time. ”
15 of 15 | Posted by: Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Homes - FL


Peter Joseph Van Clief, 42, of Longwood, FL passed away July 11, 2011. He was born in Ridgefield Park, NJ to Eugene and Grace (Giusto) Van Clief. He was a Floor Installation Contractor. He is survived by his wife, Stephanie (Burke) Van Clief; son Jake; mother Grace Van Clief and his brothers and sisters.