Clifford “Cliff” Harrington, 73, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2021 at his home in Driftwood, Texas. In the weeks prior to his passing, he was surrounded by family and made wonderful memories.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Elizabeth. He is dearly remembered by his children, daughter Dr. Erin “Kate” Harrington and husband Frank Gallegos; and son Clifford “Beau” Harrington and wife Beth. He also leaves one grandchild, Clifford Gallegos, and two sisters, Pat Reddrick and Dr. Donna Ryan.
Cliff was born on November 20, 1947 in Lafayette, Louisiana to Clifford and Norma Harrington. Upon graduating with honors from The University of Southwestern Louisiana, he received a full scholarship to University of Colorado Law School. After earning his Doctor of Jurisprudence, he and Elizabeth moved to Northern Virginia, where he began his highly successful law career. Included in his accomplishments were admission to the United States Supreme Court bar, holding the position of senior partner at Fisher Wayland, and chairing the communication law group for Pillsbury Winthrop. Upon retirement, he and Elizabeth moved to Driftwood, Texas where they enjoyed Hill Country living on their three acres.
Cliff’s real joy was collecting and selling vintage fountain pens. He was renowned for his expertise in Wahl Eversharp models and was dedicated to restoring them to their original beauty. While pursuing his passion, he and his wife travelled extensively across the United States and Europe, developing a large, diverse, and loyal group of friends from around the world. While stateside, he enjoyed smoking brisket in his outdoor kitchen and spending quality time with his grandson.
A photo that says it all, being greeting by one of his dear friends at a pen show, our friend Dr. Osman S. I think Osman was saying to Cliff..."I bet I can tell what pens are in your shirt pocket by listening to your heartbeat!" What fun we had at pen shows.
I regret posting obituaries of many of my old friends. However I feel it is with due respect that when this happens we pause to remember our friends and those that have influenced us in the pursuit of our hobbies. Knowing Cliff for the past 30-some years has been an honor, an experience and an education I won't forget. May he rest in peace.