Kenya L. Clifton

March 07, 1972 - April 21, 2026

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Obituary for Kenya L. Clifton

Kenya L. Clifton was born on March 7, 1972, in Great Falls, Montana, to Gladys M. Clifton and Kenneth P. Clifton. Kenya was raised in Boston, Massachusetts, where she built a life rooted in love, resilience, and deep connection to family and community.

Kenya was a proud graduate of Snowden International School at Copley, Class of 1990. She went on to pursue a career as a medical assistant, dedicating herself to helping others with compassion and care. She was known for her loving spirit, her sense of humor, and her unwavering commitment to those she held close. Kenya had a special way of making people feel seen, supported, and valued.

Above all, Kenya was family-oriented. She found her greatest joy in being a mother and grandmother, and her love for her family was the center of her life.

She is survived by her mother, Gladys Cooper; her stepfather, Richard Priest Jr.; her children, Kai Clifton, and Kaela Lisenby (David); and her cherished grandchildren, David Lisenby Jr. and Kaziah Lisenby.

Kenya’s memory will live on through the love she gave so freely and the many lives she touched through her kindness and generosity.

Viewing and funeral services will be held at New Hope Baptist Church in Hyde Park MA, on Friday, May 8, 2026. The viewing will take place at 10:00 a.m, followed by the funeral service from 11a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Cemetery.

Services

8 May

Public Viewing

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

New Hope Baptist Church 1450 River Street Hyde Park, MA 02136 Get Directions »
8 May

Funeral

11:00 AM

New Hope Baptist Church 1450 River Street Hyde Park, MA 02136 Get Directions »
8 May

Interment

01:00 PM

Forest Hills Cemetery 95 Forest Hills Ave Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 Get Directions »
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  • May 07, 2026

    Tracy Richards

    My prayers go out to the Clifton cooper Family thru this devastating time as I got to know Kenya thru out many years she was always a real true person I'm gonna miss her infectious laughter and the times we spent together R.I.H. Kenya God has you now rock those clouds you will be missed Love Tracy, your cousin Tinari and Kahari, Keith ❤️🙏🏾

  • May 07, 2026

    Velvet

    My beautiful cousin Kenya, I will miss you and cherish all the happy memories and laughter we had together. Our family gain another beautiful Angel. Rest in Paradise. Always in our hearts! Love you, Kenya. Love Velvet

  • May 06, 2026

    Tess Young

    My Dearest Cousin Kenya, you were such a wonderful cousin. All the laughter and fun times we had as kids and adults. Yeah, I will be miss you deeply. Gladys, Kaela, and Kai, our thoughts are with you during this time. Love, Tess

  • May 06, 2026

    Sharon Clark-Edge

    To Gladys and entire family. We send our deepest sympathy and condolences during the passing of yoyr beloved. May you be comforted during your season of sorrow The Edge Family

  • May 05, 2026

    William Cooper

    Kenya, my beautiful cousin, I will forever hold onto the wonderful memories we shared together. You have joined the stars to light up the sky. I will Miss you forever! Love, Scoop.

  • May 05, 2026

    Randi Korn

    Dear Kaela and Family, Wishing you peace and comfort as you mourn the loss of your mother. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Randi Korn