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Louise Clayton Obituary
She is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Ed (Edsel) Clayton.
Her determination and spirit during her illness was an inspiration to all. A lifelong Virginian, she was born in Petersburg, Va., spending most of her life in Chesterfield County with the last 11 years in Mathews County. She graduated from Thomas Dale High School in Chester, Va., and attended John Tyler Community College, Chesterfield Va. She was a retired employee from the Defense Supply Center Richmond. She loyally supported her husband in his military career, traveling with him whenever possible. She assisted with the activated soldiers' family support groups when her husband was activated during Desert Storm. She was a member of the Central VA Lupus foundation where she volunteered her time. She was always willing to help others. She was a beautiful, strong woman and was loved by all who came in contact with her. Everyone will always remember her beautiful smile. She will be deeply missed and never forgotten. She was active in her church, Salem United Methodist, Diggs, Va. She was active in and loved to attend the Mathews Farmers Market selling her crafts and vegetables. She was an active member in the Mathews Newcomers club and a member in waiting of the Mathews Yacht Club.
Ed will receive friends at Foster-Faulkner Funeral home, Mathews, Va. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008 between 6 and 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at Salem United Methodist Church, Diggs, Va. on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008 at 11 a.m. Afterward, attendees are welcome to join in a light reception sponsored by the ladies of the church. Following will be a memorial graveside service at 3:30 p.m. at Dale Memorial Park in Chesterfield County where she will be interred.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Salem United Methodist Church building fund, Diggs, Va., Central VA Lupus foundation, or Branches Baptist Church, Richmond, where she was in their prayers during her illness while in Richmond.
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Memories and Condolences
for Louise Clayton
Gloria (Drudge) Smith
November 10, 2008
Ed
I am very sorry to learn of Louise's passing. I remember talking to both of you briefly at our 50th Class Reunion. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Keep the faith, and your beautiful memories. God bless you and be with you.
Jeannette (White) Holm
November 9, 2008
Ed, we shared 12 school years together and you were always so nice and rather shy. I did not know Louise, but she must have been a wonderful person to have picked you. My heartfelt sympathy is with you. May you feel the closeness of God who will guide you through this very difficult time.
Don and Sandy Mikulecky
November 9, 2008
Ed,
Condolences from Sandy and I.
Don Mikulecky
1SG Lewis W. Silverman, (AUS, Retired)
November 5, 2008
Ed,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I only had a chance to meet Louise once, but she impressed me as a very special person.
May G-d comfort you in your loss.
barbara glidewell
November 5, 2008
Ed
we are very sorry to hear about Louise,our thoughts and prayers are with you.
robert& barbara glidewell (chester,va)
Gail Gillus
November 5, 2008
I am so sorry of your loss, I enjoyed working with Louise at DSCR. I still have one of her puzzles hanging in my office that she left for me when she retired. Every time I look at it I think of Louise. She will be missed. You and your family are in my prayers.
Patsy (Bargo) Lewis
November 4, 2008
I enjoyed getting to know Louise while working near her for many years at DSCR. I know that you will miss her greatly. She was such a sweet lady, and always so helpful to everyone she met. Take comfort in kowing that one day we will all be together again.
Mark Harvell
November 4, 2008
Ed,
Sorry for your loss. She will be sadly missed by me and the friday breakfast club. My thoughts and prayers are with you and if you need anything, please let me know.
Mary Wig
November 4, 2008
Ed,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of not only your wife but your best friend. You have our sincerest and deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary & Bob Wig (New Jersey)
Joe Williams
November 4, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Betty Tobias
November 4, 2008
Ed, Deepest sympathies. Louise was a delight to be with at all times, and her tales of Pepper always had her smiling. She was proud of you and your life together.
Betty Tobias
Christine Landis
November 4, 2008
Dear Ed, We will miss Louise, how fortunate for you to have had someone so special. Remember memories are priceless and give you strength. You are continually in our thoughts and prayers, lean on your friends for strength and may the love around you help in the days ahead. Harold and Chris.
susan strong
November 4, 2008
Ed,
Louise was such a kind and friendly woman. She will be missed. You have our deepest sympathy and our prayers.
susan and art strong
Linda Mackta
November 4, 2008
I will always remember Louise for her beautiful smile, sweet spirit and her concern for others. I'm so glad I had the chance to know her.
Brenda Ryan
November 4, 2008
Ed,
I am deepened in saddness at he news of Louise's death.
Louise was a dear friend and helped me so much when I arrived at DSCR...she showed me the ropes of the center and introduced me to people and always had a smile and something nice to say.
She will be remembered always.
Now we both have someone special in Heaven with our Heavenly Father....we know we will meet them again in Eternity.
My sincere condolences to you at this most difficult time for I know you and Louise were soulmates for so many years.
Mary Strum
November 4, 2008
Dear Ed,
I sorry for the loss of my cousin she was a wonderful person. My prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. Mary, Katherine's daughter.
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