A resolution recognizing Mr. Clinton Pierce
Whereas, Clifton Pierce was born in Heidelberg, Mississippi, in 1941. At the tender age of three upon the death of his mother, he moved to Chicago. Clifton was a very proud graduate of Chicago Public Schools.Mr. Pierce graduated from Deneen Elementary school and Chicago Vocational School where he concentrated in tool and dye. Upon graduation Clifton tried to obtain a job in his trade and was quickly locked out because of his race. From that point on Clifton Pierce became a lifelong entrepreneur; and
Whereas, Mr. Clifton Pierce had a number of professional endeavors, from TV and radio to club promoter to a men's suit store. During the time Mr. Pierce owned a clothing store, he dressed Former Mayor Harold Washington and was active in both of his mayoral campaigns.Mr. Clifton Pierce was a dedicated husband to Darrell Pettis and was a father of two daughters Nicole Hudson and Charetta Aboraia; and
Whereas.Mr. Pierce was dedicated to the City of Chicago but he was especially dedicated to the culture of stepping in Chicago ; and
Whereas, Mr. Clifton Pierce exited this world filled with the love of his family and friends on February 14, 2021; now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, we the mayor and members ofthe Chicago City Council, recognize the joy, work and laughter Mr. Pierce brought to the people of Chicago. His dedication to ending youth violence and spreading the gospel of being your own boss will not be forgotten.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Mr. Clifton Pierce
Aid. Jeanette B. Taylor 20th Ward
Aid. Roderick Sawyer 6th Ward
Aid. David Moore 17th Ward