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Clayton Sullivan Obituary
Hattiesburg
Dr. Clayton Sullivan, 82 of Hattiesburg, MS passed away December 15, 2012. He was born in Jackson, MS to the late Henry and Mildred Sullivan on July 6, 1930. A professor of philosophy and religion at the University of Southern Mississippi for more than forty years, Clayton Sullivan is well known for his scholarly religious books and his novels. He served as a Christian minister for several churches in Mississippi. Clayton is survived by his wife of 62 blessed years Mae Taylor Sullivan, his daughter Charlotte Sullivan McDonnell, his son-in-law Don, and his grandchildren Clayton Joseph (his namesake), Elisabeth Jenna, and Taylor Bradshaw. Reverend Rusty Edwards will lead a memorial service on Friday, December 21, 2012 at 11:00 am at University Baptist Church in Hattiesburg. The family will receive friends Thursday, December 20th from 5:00-7:00pm at the church and in the hour before the Friday memorial service. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions in memory of Clayton to one of these charities: The Hattiesburg Humane Society, www.hubcityhumanesociety.org, 6804 Hwy 98, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, Goshen Valley Boys Ranch, www.goshenvalley.org, 387 Goshen Church Way Waleska, GA 30183 or the University Baptist Church Building Fund, 3200 Arlington Loop Hattiesburg, MS 39401. Online condolences may be expressed at www.hmpattersoncantonhill.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Clayton Sullivan
Dawn Corbin
March 28, 2025
This man could have saved my life but I turned around too late and he was already gone.
Ronald Deering
December 13, 2022
I miss Clayton so much, as one of my dearest and closest friend. I cherish his memories and the many times shared with him, a scholar and a gentleman.
Susan McDonald-Gonzalez
March 14, 2013
Gone but not forgotten...
Susan McDonald Gonzalez
March 14, 2013
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 God, family and friends. (former student - USM 1991)
Ronald Deering
January 14, 2013
Dear Mae and family: My heart is broken as I only learned today of Clayton's passing. He was one of my very closest and most admired friends for sixty years, and as close as I have ever come to having a brother of my own. His friendship and his heritage will be a blessing to me so long as I live. While missing him even more deeply than I do, you Mae as his wife, and you Charlotte as daughter and family can be justly proud of a wonderful husband, father, and Christian minister.
December 26, 2012
Dear Mae,
Just learned today of Clayton's death on the 15th. He will be sorely missed by many and I am included in that group. He was truly a remarkable man.
Carrol Wicker
December 20, 2012
May you find comfort from the God of All Comfort,
December 19, 2012
God is near to those that are broken at heart and those crushed in spirit he saves. God will sustain you and help you to endure,
Elton Putnam
December 19, 2012
We shall always remember our years together in Tylertown as a special time and you both as special people. Our love and condolences to you, Mae.
Putt and M. E.
December 19, 2012
Your wonderful, happy memories of Clayton will be a comfort during this Christmas season. You are in our thoughts and prayers.~Becky and Winfred
December 19, 2012
I am sorry to read about your loss. May the Bible bring your family comfort during this difficult time.
December 19, 2012
Condolences from the Bryan E. Sullivan branch--Tip, Greer and Bill
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