Obituary of Lenier Dulani Clayton
Lenier Dulani Clayton
Lenier Dulani Clayton, of Joliet, passed away tragically at the age of 30, on Monday, November 25, 2024. He was born in Olympia Fields, IL, on March 8 1994, the son of Mark Anthony and Lenora Denise Clayton. Lenier attended Lockport Township High School East and was currently working as a Forklift Loader with AAA Chicago South Auction House in Markham, IL.
Lenier was a people person. Always willing to help with whatever he could. He had an amazing smile, a contagious laugh, and his presence lit up every room he walked into. Always the life of the party! Lenier enjoyed listening to hip hop/rap music, and loved to dance. He had the biggest heart, and was the happiest, most jovial, kind, loving, and well-liked person you'd ever want to meet. Lenier also had an extraordinary gift for connecting with animals, earning him the affectionate title of “dog whisperer” by his mom. His gentle spirit drew all animals, great and small to him, and he found great joy in nurturing and caring for them.
Lenier worked hard and made a concerted effort to be the very best friend and family supporter he could be. Known for his competitive spirit and team-oriented mindset, he enjoyed playing in a volleyball league where he built strong friendships and cherished memories on and off the court. This world has lost an amazing soul, who will be truly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.
Lenier is survived by his mother, Lenora Clayton; two sisters, Mia Clayton and Maicie Clayton; three nephews, David Cowan, Christian Mobley, and Camden Martin; maternal grandfather, Bobby Joe Williams; paternal grandparents, George and Alma McGill; and his devoted canine companion, “Mac”. A host of aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive.
He is preceded by his father; maternal grandmother, Sandra Cotton; maternal bonus grandfather, Zorah Arthur Irons; and his maternal great-grandmother, Barbara Eppenger.
Visitation for Lenier Dulani Clayton will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd., Joliet, IL from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. and again on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Funeral Services will be live streamed. Please click on this link (https://youtube.com/live/TxVdsNYTDcY?feature=share) and follow the instructions to show your support for them at a time when you cannot be physically present, but your thoughts, prayers and connection are.
Interment will follow at Elmhurst Cemetery in Joliet, IL.
Memorials in the form of floral arrangements or donations to his GoFundme would be greatly appreciated.
For more information, please call 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave an online condolence.
