Clayton Howard Smith

Clayton Howard Smith, 24, of Sacramento, passed away on July 27, 2022, with his parents by his side. He was born December 3, 1997, in Yuba City and lived most of his life in the Nicolaus area. Clayton was a 2016 graduate of East Nicolaus High School and a state championship football player. After graduation he worked in the construction industry mostly as a heavy equipment operator. He was an avid outdoorsman and had a love for all nature had to offer. Clayton lived his life on his terms and his presence was always known, he lived life Clayton style. Clayton is survived by his mother Suzanne Smith, father Patrick Smith, brother Levi Smith (Jessie) and niece Eden Smith. As well as many aunts and uncles. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Howard and Jean Miller and Calvin and Sue Smith. As well as his uncles Tim Smith and James McKibben. He will be missed by his many family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a glioblastoma research fund of your choice. Graveside services will be Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. the Fairview Cemetery, Rio Oso, CA.