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Peggy Clayton Obituary
Mrs. Clayton died suddenly Jan. 3, 2011, at Lake West Hospital after a fall at her home.
She was born on April 19, 1965, at Huron Road Hospital. She grew up in Richmond Heights, and attended Richmond Heights High School and The Ohio State University. She earned her Masters in Education from John Carroll University and went on to teach in the Beachwood School System before retiring in 2005 to stay at home with her children. While at Beachwood, she taught home economics and coached volleyball. She was a resident of Kirtland since 2003 and previously resided in Mentor. She was very proud of her career and looked forward every day to going to work, even through her more than 20 year journey with M.S. She wanted so much to help be a part of the cure. Her children and family gave her the most enjoyment in life and she treasured spending time with them as much as possible. Her family says she would do anything for you, was quite feisty at times and always took a straight-on approach but always with love. She volunteered her time as much as she was able at her children's school and her church, Old South.
She is survived by her husband of 17 years, John; children, Courtney Ann and Nicholas Martiné; parents, Nancy (Redmond) and Edward Brown; siblings, David (Beth) Brown, Wendy (Michael) Smith, Amy (Robert) Lupo and Steven (Christie) Brown; mother-in-law, Eva Clayton and siblings-in-law, Lynda Zamora, José (Geri) Clayton and Patrick Zamora. She was the adored aunt of Kyle, Austin, Robbie, Samantha, Kayla, Mandy and Justin, Armando, Jennifer and Kristen; dear niece; cousin; and friend of many.
The family will receive friends to pay tribute and celebrate the life of Peggy from 3 to 5 and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at The DeJohn-Flynn-Mylott Funeral Home of Willoughby Hills, 28890 Chardon Road (between Bishop and Route 91). Pastor Mark Suriano will officiate the services. Cremation by DeJohn Crematory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Peggy Clayton
January 17, 2011
I knew Peggy in High School and she was a very charming person. As, a mother myself I will pray for her children and her husband.
Nancy ( Brunswick, Ohio)
January 11, 2011
Dear Courtney and family,
We were so saddened to hear of your moms passing. We only just met you and your mom over the summer through Jacquelyne, but she was such a wonderful, special person. You have our deepest sympathy. Sherri, Haley & Stephanie Glassman
Janet Duncan
January 8, 2011
John, I am so very sorry for your loss. Know that you and your children are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. God Bless.
January 7, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers.
Fondly, Barbara Sterbank Horswell
The McGreal Family
January 7, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
January 7, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
The McGreal Family (Kirtland, OH)
Nancy Greene
January 7, 2011
Dear Brown Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter. I knew Nancy at Brush High School where my kids went to school. Please accept my condolences. I was planning on coming to the funeral home yesterday but the weather was too bad to go back out after work.
My deepest sympathies, Nancy Greene
Lori & Andy Gazdak
January 6, 2011
Dear John,
We were so sad to hear of Peggy's sudden passing. I will keep you and your children in my prayers.
January 6, 2011
John and kids,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you strength. Peggy will be truly missed, but remembered forever.
Our love,
Susan and Mike Rydzinski
January 6, 2011
Dear Family...
I am so very sad and shocked to hear of Peggie's passing. I enjoyed seeing Peggy on her visits to the West side to get her hair done. I know a bit about all of you and I want to express my deepest sympathies. Dear, sweet Courtney and Nic-know that Mommy will always be alive in you and through you.. Remember her and speak of her often. I believe in angels...
Love and prayers,
Stephanie Fulop
January 6, 2011
Dear Family...
I am so very sad and shocked to hear of Peggie's passing. I enjoyed seeing Peggy on her visits to the West side to get her hair done. I know a bit about all of you and I want to express my deepest sympathies. Dear, sweet Courtney and Nic-know that Mommy will always be alive in you and through you.. Remember her and speak of her often. I believe in angels...
Love and prayers,
Stephanie Fulop
John SuSong
January 6, 2011
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Clayton family . Weeping may endure for a night; but joy cometh in the morning - Psalm 30:5
-The SuSong Family
Ann and Frank Buda
January 6, 2011
Our prayers are with your family.
January 6, 2011
So sorry for you loss. Peggy's beautiful smile will live in my heart forever-it was my great pleasure to have known her and may God hold you-her family in the palm of his hand,
Jeanne Domonkos - Old South Church
Liams Family
January 6, 2011
Dear Nico and Courtney:
Your Mom's light shone so brightly for all to see.
You two were her greatest joy and accomplishment in life and she will watch over you always.
I will miss your Mom's kindness and friendship.
Our family will hold you and your Dad close in our thoughts and prayers.
Mia Harrison
January 6, 2011
Dear John and Family,
May GOD you all during this difficult time. You all are in my prayers! God Bless!
January 6, 2011
Dear Nancy and Family
Please know that you are all in my prayers .May you feel God's arms around you at this sad time
God bless you all
love Helene Cicero
Lori &Tom Parks
January 6, 2011
Johnny and the Brown family,
Peggy will be truly missed. Our deepest sympathy to the entire family.
Sue Cicero
January 6, 2011
There are no words to express my saddness and deep sympathy to all of you who have lost such a beautifull and vibrant person as Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister, Friend. I offer you my prayers for strength, comfort and sanity. Cling to each other and allow those who love you and love Peggy to support and help you.
May God Bless you
Joe & Sue Cicero
Katie, Colleen and Tim
candy zimmerman
January 6, 2011
I know what it is like to lose a child, and at any age it is very difficult. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in hopes that somewhere @ sometime you will be able to find some peace for your troubled hearts.
Rose Saganich
January 6, 2011
John, I am so sorry for your loss and send my prayers to your family. May God bring comfort to you during this time of sorrow.
kerri blazek
January 6, 2011
Amy and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers.
Griffin
January 6, 2011
Please accept my condolence on your loss, may you find comfort in your fond memories of her and may the God who gives peace and comfort be with you in your time of sadness.
Rob & Suzanne Havranek
January 6, 2011
John we are sorry to hear about the passing of Peggy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Lord, give Peggy eternal rest, and may Your light shine upon her forever.
Bernie Miller
January 5, 2011
John
Sorry to hear about Peggy Ann. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Dan Anstandig
January 5, 2011
Mrs. Clayton was my homeroom teacher in Beachwood several years ago (in middle school!) She was Mrs. Brown at the time.
I was terribly sorry to hear about her passing. She was an amazing person, an upbeat and enthusiastic teacher, and a gifted mentor. Her passing is a true loss. I wish the very best to her family during this time of transition.
Cynthia
January 5, 2011
I am so sorry about The death of your love one.May Peggy beautiful smile be remember forever.May the God of all comfort bring peace and comfort in your time of sorrow.
January 5, 2011
Dear John,Courtney,Nico, and family,
Peggy was a wonderful person and I really enjoyed her company while i had the opportunity to do her hair.My deepest sympathy to you guys god bless.
~Sara (Krew Kuts)
Mary Kay Malone
January 5, 2011
My sympathy to all the Clayton and Brown families.
Cindy Imrie
January 5, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Clayton and Brown family. You have my deepest sympathy.
Tina, Frank, Frankie, Noelle, Lauren Kneidinger
January 5, 2011
Dear John, Courtney, Nico and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Peggy's passing over. Know that she is in a better place. I will miss her great sense of humor and beautiful smile. Please know that my parents admired and loved Peggy. The days and weeks ahead are going to be so tough, we will keep you in our heartfelt thoughts and prayers. I will be thinking of you and yours with a heavy heart. May God bless you and keep you close to Him. I am including a poem which a friend sent to us when my beloved parents passed over. I hope that you might find some comfort in its words. Take care of eachother.
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from Heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here there's no more tears of sadness, here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that He wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you...in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry, it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, then you can say to God at night..."My day was not in vain." And now I am contented...that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be free, remember you're not going, you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Matt Deckman
January 5, 2011
I know that none of you know me personally, but I was a student of Ms. Claytons, and her constant goodwill and humor was a refreshing change from the monotony of most classes. She was an amazing lady, and will be missed greatly.
January 5, 2011
The loss of a loved one is hard to take no matter who it is. May God comfort your family at this time. CT Ohio
Linda Redmond
January 5, 2011
Dear Johnny, Courtney and Nico and entire Brown-Clayton family, My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to you all. You were a wonderful husband and friend to Peg from the time I met you 20+ yrs.ago. Feisty and loving are especially how she should be remembered. Continued prayers, Love, Linda
Kate McConnell
January 5, 2011
John & kids, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Take care of yourselves and each other.
Deepest sympathies,
Cynthia Davison
January 5, 2011
Miss you already!
Frank Strimpel
January 5, 2011
John, I'm so very sorry to hear of your wifes passing. You have my deepest sympathy. Take care.
Vicki Grinstead
January 5, 2011
John,
I am so sorry for your loss. Peggy was a wonderful and sweet woman. You and Peggy were great neighbors (Mentor) and we were said to hear you were moving into Kirtland, but I am fortunate enough to be able to run into you once in a while to say hi since I work in the city. Please know you and your family are in all the thoughts and prayers of everyone here at the Kirtland Fire Dept., including me. Vicki (old neighbor behind you in Mentor)
Dee Milne
January 5, 2011
Peggy was one of a kind... a loving wife and mother, strong in her battle against MS, kind to everyone, determined to succeed in everything she did and a good friend. She will live always be remembered and missed...
Kelley Sciarrino
January 5, 2011
Peggy was quite a strong woman and we are glad to have become friends of the family through Old South Church.We shall miss her strength and spirit.Our prayers continue for John,Courtney and Nico.
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