Middletown-Horace J. Aliff, 73, husband of Marion Hacks Aliff, passed away Friday November 7, 2003 at Middlesex Hospital. He was born in Middletown, May 13, 1930, son of the late Thomas and Ruth Bowen Aliff. He was a self employed well driller. He served in the U.S. Navy durning the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion and the National Rifle Association. In addition to his wife he is survived by three daughters, Marilyn Linberk of Middletown, Barbara Fetchenhier of Warrensberg, Missouri, Beverly J. Aliff of Middletown sons, Stephen H. Aliff of Middletown and Alan Aliff of East Hamption, four grandchildren, Shanon Aliff, Private First Class Bryan Linberk, Kristina Linberk and Tiffany Aliff. Also survived by a brother, Andrew Aliff. Predeceased by a sister, Helen Newman. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, November 11 at 11:00am. at BEECHER & BENNETT FLATOW Funeral Home, 48 Cook Ave. Meriden. Friends may call from 9-11 am. Interment will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery, Meriden . In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice.