Kenyon Clutter was the son of Herb Clutter and Bonnie Clutter, born in 1943 in Holcomb, Kansas. He was a high school student and an aspiring athlete, known for his friendly demeanor and close relationship with his family. Kenyon had a passion for sports, particularly football and basketball, and was well-liked by his peers. Tragically, Kenyon Clutter became one of the victims in the Clutter family murders that occurred in November 1959. This event shocked the small community of Holcomb and gained national attention, later inspiring the book "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote. Kenyon's life and untimely death are often remembered in discussions about this infamous crime.