1938

James Clifton Jr. was born on 16 Jun 1938 in Kershaw, South Carolina, USA a child of James Clifton Sr and Rosa Mae Tucker Clifton.

1940

James W Clifton was counted in the census in 10 May 1940 in Wateree, Kershaw, South Carolina, USA, as a 1-year-old, male, single, black or African American, son. Also in the home were his father, James Clifton; his mother, Rosa Mae Clifton; and his sister, Lillie Belle Clifton.

1950

James Clifton, Jr was counted in the census on 11 Apr 1950 in Wateree, Kershaw, South Carolina, USA, as a 11-year-old, male, single, black or African American, son. Also in the home were his mother, Rosa Mae Clifton; and his siblings, Lillie B Clifton, Lathan Clifton, Maloyce Clifton, and Phylis A Clifton.

2025

He died on 03 Nov 2025. He was buried on 07 Nov 2025 in Lugoff, Kershaw, South Carolina, USA at Green Hill Baptist Church.

James Clifton, Jr. Obituary

James Clifton, Jr. was called home on November 3, 2025, to be with the Lord. Born on June 16, 1938, in Kershaw County, South Carolina. James was a master craftsman, a brick mason who added not only support to the structures he built but also heart. Outside his professional life, James was a man who embraced the great outdoors. His love for sitting outside, hunting, fishing, and river visits were more than hobbies: they were his passions. He loved being one with nature, and he found immense peace in the tranquility that it offered. James had a unique way of cutting jokes that could lighten up even the gloomiest days. 

James is survived by his son, Avon Starling; sisters, Mary Hudson (Robert) and Lillie Carlos ; brother, Lathen Clifton; grandchildren, LaTonia Bennett (Janathan), LaTisha Morley (Julius), Frankie Samuel; great-grandchildren, Treshaun Samuel, JaQuan Samuel, Nehemiah Harris, Nickolas Kennedy, Jaida Kennedy, Sanai Samuel, Jordan Samuel, Frankie “Deuce” Samuel, Melanie Samuel, Saint Samuel; nephew, Roberto “Tony” Hudson (Alexia); niece, Sharon Stevens (Andrew). 

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lila Mae Clifton; parents, James Sr. and Rosa Clifton; daughter, Angela Samuel; sister, Phyllis Clark and brother-in-law, Ernest Carlos.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Suzie, Mr. Cliftons caretaker, for all of her help during this difficult time. 

A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 7, 2025 at 1:00 pm at Greenhill Baptist Church in Lugoff, SC. With burial to follow the service in the church cemetery. Mr. Clifton will be available for viewing one hour prior to the service at the church. Rev. Dr. C. L. McGriff will be officiating.

Viewing

Friday, November 7, 2025
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Green Hill Baptist Church
2215 Green Hill Rd
Lugoff, SC 29078

Funeral Service

Friday, November 7, 2025
1:00 pm
Green Hill Baptist Church
2215 Green Hill Rd
Lugoff, SC 29078