Birth date: Feb 27, 1937 Death date: Jan 6, 2021
On February 27, 1937, in Honolulu, Hawai'i, at the originally known Queen's Hospital, Clayton Ralphael Kaleiahihi Nalua'i was born. Of Hawaiian descent and the oldest of six, Clayton's family grew up on both sides of the Ko'olau, Read Obituary
I worked with Clay and Al on American Hawaii Cruises, early 1990’s. As a kid growing up in Hawaii I admired The Surfers and it was a thrill to work with them as an adult. The brothers were so kind and gracious and were wonderful entertainers. Thank you Clayton and Alan Naluai.
I just heard of Clay's passing and feeling so sad right now. Clay made such a difference in so many lives. There were two people I considered my mentors in life. Clay was one of these two. I met Clay and Margaret in 1982-83. Clay taught me much more than the Ki Aikido technique. He taught me (and I assume I am not the only one) what it meant in life. And was he a master! I do not say this lightly as I am very picky about who I call a master. My M.D., Ph.D. did not matter. I always felt very humble around him. I knew I was in the presence of a very special human being. He could see through, with compassion and love that I have not felt in many human beings. My first child middle name is Naluai. He was born in 1984 in the middle of difficult times for me and Clayton made such a difference in my life at that time (and others).He will live forever in my heart and I assume in the heart of all those he touched.
I have been changed for good because of my Uncle Clay. There was never a time--if he was home and in his special chair--that he wasn't reading or journaling something. Ever growing and inspiring. I would just bask in his presence. He listened like no one I have ever known. And, when you were graced with his encouragement or wisdom, you felt better for it.
Uncle Clay had a wonderful sense of humor and a great love for humanity. He was one who lived to be of service to others. I don't recall him ever saying "No" or that anything was "impossible". And, boy, was he as handsome as ever.
I could tell many stories, but they will remain in my heart, as he will, forever.
I send my love and prayers to his entire 'ohana -- familial and worldwide.
I know you are with God, dear Uncle Clay, and you will be missed more than you will ever know. May you sing with angels, and I will listen for your words and music to come to me from time to time. A hui hou. Me ke aloha pumehana, your niece, Kathy Paet
