Joseph M. Clayton, 28, of Liverpool, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at University Hospital. He was born in Syracuse and was a 2001 graduate of C.W. Baker High School. Joseph was a loving father and son. He was a friend to anyone who crossed his path and always willing to help anytime. He will be greatly missed.

Survivors: his son, Weylin A. Clayton, Liverpool; daughter, Raven T. Clayton, Liverpool; parents, Philip A. and Judith E. Clayton of Syracuse; brother, Thomas (Cathy) Clayton of Berhards Bay; paternal grandmother, Dolores Clayton of Well, NY; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Calling hours are 2-5pm Sunday, October 21, 2012 at Falardeau Funeral Home, 93 Downer St., Baldwinsville. Services and burial will be private.

In Joe's memory, the family would like people to consider the wonderful life-changing gift of being an organ donor.