Mr. Kenneth (Sonny) Ray Clayton Sr., passed away on February 7, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents; Mr. and Mrs. JC (Cotha) Clayton, brothers; JC Clayton, Dilliard, and Joe Hilton and sister; Margaret Sluja. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Sandra F. Clayton and a son, Dr. and Mrs Kenneth (Jessica) Ray Clayton Jr., of Kona Hawaii. He also had four grandchildren; Alex, Austin, Casey and Chloe Clayton. Mr. Clayton worked for US Steel for 25 years. He served in the United States Air Force from 1963-1965. Sonny enjoyed watching Alabama and San Francisco 49ers play football. He could tell you anything you wanted to know about those two teams. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm in the Maple Room at Ridout's Elmwood Chapel located at 800 Dennison Ave. SW. Birmingham, AL. 35211. A graveside service will follow immediately at 2:00 PM in Elmwood Cemetery