Keno Clay

Kenneth Paul Clay, ONLY known by friends and family as Keno, passed from this world on May 9, 2025 at his home surrounded by loved ones. He was born Nov. 21, 1960 in Lawton, Okla., and grew up in the Clayville/Daisy area before moving to Rattan. His 64 years were marked by his love of sports, devotion to family and cherished moments with wife, Staci of the past 15 years.

Keno was a proud Choctaw, working for the Choctaw Nation Housing Authority for 28 years. He looked forward to reffing stickball tournaments each year at the Choctaw Labor Day Festival in Tuskahoma. He was known for his love of sports, especially softball, basketball and even had an albatross in golf. But his pleasure was deer season each year and making the best deer jerky around, even if too hot for most. Keno will be remembered for his quiet nature with quick comebacks for those who knew him best.

Keno leaves to cherish his memory, by his family; his devoted and loving soulmate, Staci, who was by his side making each day the best she could through this journey; son, Layman and wife, Donna; granddaughter, Alexis; son, Kerry and wife, Marcella; granddaughters: Arayleah, Nokona and Keilani; grandsons: Kashton, Tristan and Tyler; stepson, Zac Harber and fiance, Bayleigh Choate; granddaughter, Jasmine Diaz and great-grandson, Israel; grandson, Titan Clay; Keno was also blessed with bonus grandchildren: Jordan, Brackus, Nakitha, Kaige, Kyeareha and Kinleigh along with numerous bonus great-grandchildren; brothers: Dave, Russell, Wendall, Darrel and Leslie; sister, Sharon; stepbrothers: Gary and Raylene Burleson, Terry and Andy Burleson and Allen and Sherry Burleson; stepsister, Diane and Eddie Isom, along with a host of nieces and nephews. He was greeted at Heaven’s gates by father, Blue; mother, Mary; sister, Gail; brothers: Kerry Dale and Kevin; son, Clifton; granddaughter, Taylor and grandson, Kasius. His family celebrates his dash between 1960-2025, his life, and their loss. Keno’s final journey was on to be with Jesus and he has a new body, free of this horrible brain cancer, Glioblastoma. They are not saying goodbye, but “See ya later.” As he often said, “I’ll be alright.”

Officiating the service held Tuesday, May 13, 2025 were Bro. W.F. Grammar, Bro. David Davis, Bro Sherman Roberts and Bro. Tommy Wesley, under the direction of Miller & Miller Funeral Home.

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