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Edna Clayton Obituary
A lifelong resident of Surry County, she was born on September 8, 1925, to the late Earlie Edward and Nellie Laura Bailey. She attended Surry County Public Schools and was a member of Lebanon Church, serving as a missionary. She was also a member of Grace Union Chapter #56 Order of Eastern Star.
Mrs. Clayton was a homemaker and a superb cook. A woman of great strength and integrity, she was devoted to her husband, children, and grandchildren.
Mrs. Clayton was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Clarence (Squeaky) Clayton; five brothers, Earlie Bernard, Alfred Pernell, Jeremiah, William Harold and James Henry; and one sister, Alma N. Baylor.
She leaves to cherish her memories four sons, Clarence, Joseph (Jacqueline), Joel, and Alvin (Elva); four daughters, Gracie, Gwendolyn (Pervis), Gail and Gina; 15 grandchildren, including a very devoted granddaughter, Natasha Byrd-Berkley (Tony); nine great-grandchildren; one brother, Joshua Joseph; three sisters, Betty E. Bailey, Mary W. Bailey, and Peggy E. Bailey; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, at Lebanon Baptist Church with Pastor Gregory Spurlock officiating, and the eulogy by Dr. James Harrison. Viewing will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in Davis Cemetery.
Arrangements by Poole's Funeral Home, Sabrina Hardy-Newby, Funeral Directress, 757-357-4742. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edna Clayton
June
August 27, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort.
Calvin Judkins
August 22, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Marla Bell
August 21, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of mourning.
With Love,
Marla
Kathy Wombold
August 21, 2008
I am to hear about your moms passing, she was a very special lady in her own way and all of you carry a part of her in you. I am glad I had a chance to meet her. Our prayers are with you.
Kathy & David Wombold
From the staff of Mary Agnes Health Care Sservices
August 21, 2008
Dear family:
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deep condolences. In the spirit of the Apostle Paul, we read: "For all things I have the strength by virtue of him who imparts power to me." Philippians 4:13
The Bage Family
August 21, 2008
May the love and grace of God be with you during your time of bereavement...
Nancy Ray
August 21, 2008
Extending deepest sympathy for you in your loss and hoping that peace and comfort will come to you.
Leah and Nancy Ray
Joyce Clayton
August 20, 2008
To: Clarence and Siblings:
I am sorry to hear about your loss. God knows best and he makes no mistakes. My prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Joyce L. Clayton
Joyce Francis
August 20, 2008
To the Clayton Family
We were saddened to hear of the passing your Mom.
Lean on each other, be strng and trust God during this time of bereavement for peace and joy will come by and by.
Keep the memories of your Mom in your heart forever.
We will always hold our childhood Surry summer time as special.
You all are in our prayers with deepest sympathy -
Jerrry Francis and family
Joyce Francis Bascombe and family
the grandchildren of Mama Davis
Keith Debrick
August 20, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you, in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Judy Lyttle
August 20, 2008
To: Family of Mrs. Edna B. Clayton
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your mom.
May you keep the faith and know that all is well
with your mom. Those who love God will dwell
with him in his Holy Place. You know that this is
not the end but the beginning of a new life for her.
You will mourn but God says there is a time for
everything. Our Prayers are with you as you go
through tomorrow and into the future.
Love James and Judy Lyttle
August 20, 2008
I am sorry to hear about your mom. I shall always have fond memories of your mom from when we were neighbors living at Swanns Point.
God Bless! Tempie
Amanda Drew
August 20, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Renita Clayton-Smith
August 20, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Michael Bailey
August 20, 2008
stay with the lord and your storms will cease.
Dearyl Anderson,Sr.
August 20, 2008
Sorry for your loss. But, you have all the great memories of your mother to help you get the rough times. From the Anderson's.
Devida Wheeler
August 20, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Shawn Bonaparte & Family
August 20, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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