Clifton Ashford

February 13, 1968 - March 28, 2019

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 Clifton Ashford made his entrance into the world on February 13, 1968 in Chicago, Illinois at Michael Reese Hospital to the union of Thelma Ashford and George Ashford. Clifton received his education in Chicago, Illinois at Higgins Community Academy and Corliss High School. Clifton confessed to Jesus Christ as his Savior, at Mount Olive MB Baptist Church under the Pastorage of Reverend Goodwin. Clifton loved his family. He also loved to talk to his best friend and the first love of his life, his mother. He liked to cook/barbeque, eat, and play his Play Station. He also enjoyed going to the lakefront, listening to good music, and having a good laugh. Preceding him in death, father George Ashford, grandmother Ruby Townsend, and grandson Zion K. Hall. He leaves to cherish his memories, mother Thelma Ashford; daughter Amia; son Brandice; two brothers and a sister Wayne Ashford (Clothilda), Sparkie Ashford (Donna), and Ayana Thomas; two grandchildren: Zuri S. Hall and Josiah D. Laures; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other family, and friends.