Carlos F. Clinton

Carlos Federico Clinton, affectionately known as “Butch” by close friends and family, passed away on January 10, 2024. Carlos was born in Colon, Republic of Panama, on January 3, 1946, as a fraternal twin to the late Isaac D. Clinton and the late Mary A. Clinton. He was the fifth child of eight children. Throughout his formative years, he attended school in Rainbow City, Republic of Panama, and graduated from Rainbow City High School in 1964. A few years later, Carlos enlisted in the United States Army. Once he completed his military service, he migrated to the United States from Rainbow City, Republic of Panama. Once he settled with his family in Brooklyn, New York, he started working for AT&T Communications in the early 1970s. While working at AT&T, he developed many long-lasting friendships with many of his co-workers. Also, while working at AT&T, he attended Kingsborough Community College in Brooklyn, New York, where he attained his associate degree in business administration. Carlos was always a very athletic person since he was a young boy, and as an adult, he continued to participate and excel in many sports, including swimming, tennis, softball, ping pong, bowling, pool, and many others. In the mid- to late-70s, he joined the Lion’s Club, where he established a love of giving back to his community. Carlos was a man dedicated to volunteering and community service over the years, feeding those who were less fortunate, especially during the holidays. He was a devout Christian and attended church all his life, including St. Paul’s United Methodist Church of Brooklyn, New York, and Columbia Drive United Methodist Church of Decatur, Georgia. During the summer of 1996, Carlos moved to Decatur, GA, where he remained until his passing. He loved the life he created for himself in Decatur, GA, became fully immersed in its culture, and made many friends. Everyone with whom Carlos formed a relationship adored him and enjoyed his sense of humor. Some of his friends even traveled with him to different countries often. He also loved to dance to his beloved salsa music. The most important thing about Carlos was how much he loved his family—his two daughters, his three grandchildren, whom he boasted about to everyone who would listen—and his beloved siblings. Carlos remained a strong source of strength for his family until his passing, leaving behind cherished memories that would be forever treasured. His presence will be deeply missed, but his love and legacy will live on. His brothers Ustes, Isaac "PeeWee," and Winston "Cutie" preceded him in death. His two daughters Karla (John) and Valerie, his brothers Erskine "Erky" (Rosaura) and Rudolfo "Ruddy," his sisters Carlotta "Callie" and Elida, his sisters-in-law Laura and Barbara, and his grandchildren Elshahbaar, Gabriel, and Joshua survive him. Nephews, nieces, great-nephews, great-nieces, cousins, and a host of family members and close friends.

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Carlos F. Clinton

January 3, 1946 - January 10, 2024