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Billy Clay Obituary
A native of Etowah County, he graduated from Gadsden High School and attended Auburn University. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, having been stationed in Italy. He was a former member of Gadsden Football Officials Association, Alabama 60+ Golf Association and a Noccalula Civitan. He was a member of VFW 8600, UAW and Briarmeade Golf Course. He retired from Siemens-Allis with 36 years of service. He was an active member of East Gadsden Baptist Church, serving as deacon, usher and trustee.
He was preceded in death by his parents, E.B. and Nellie Clay; four brothers, John Joe, Perry, Ed and Stinson; and three sisters, Henrietta Clay, Lucille Reid and Emma Nell Pierce.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia "Pat" McKelvey Clay, Rainbow City; daughter and son-in-law, LeAnne and Robert Bargamin, St. Petersburg, Fla.; several nieces and nephews; and extended family of Regency Pointe.
Bill requested no flowers with memorials to a charity of one's choice.
There will be no visitation.
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Memories and Condolences
for Billy Clay
Kay Foster
July 23, 2009
Mrs. Clay,
Your husband was a great friend to my dad (Ralph Smith). We are grateful for the fun times that they shared. Brearmeade will not be the same. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Benny & Kay (Smith) Foster
Bob McKelvey
July 17, 2009
Pat- We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Bill. He was always quiet but so nice to everyone in the family and such a gentleman. We regret at times being so far away and not seeing the family as much as we would like. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always remember him. Bob and Mary McKelvey
July 16, 2009
May the stars carry your sadness away
May the flowers fill your heart with beauty. May hope forever wipe away your tears, and above all may silence make you strong.
Love in Christ
Grover and Judy
Ronnie Roscoe
July 14, 2009
Pat, I was saddened to learn of your loss. I had just contacted Regina on Sunday and inquired about Bill's health. He was one of Henry's favorite individuals in the family. One thing that you can never erase are your fond memories of your life's partner. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you, LeAnn and family.
BOBBY BATES
July 14, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Becky Williams
July 14, 2009
Pat,
I was so saddened to hear of Bill's death. We will miss him tremendously at church just as you will. We enjoyed having you for neighbors for many years. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Becky, Kip and Kip Denton Williams
Kristi Nichols
July 14, 2009
Mrs. Clay, I am so sorry about Bill. Please know that I am praying for you. You are precious to me, as you are to so many. Love you.
Kristi Stafford Nichols
Jimmy Shew
July 14, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
July 14, 2009
When we lose someone we love, it seems that time stands still. Then you begin to remember not just that he died, but that he lived and that his life gave you so many memories too beautiful to forget. May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow and all the days that follow. Pat and LeAnne, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Donna (Gramling) Lushbough
Cathy Davidson Margadonna
July 14, 2009
Mrs. Clay, My thoughts are with you in this difficult time. I remember your husband in the Litchfield years. I will be praying for you and your family.
July 14, 2009
Pat & LeAnne,
I was so sorry to hear about Bill's passing. I have many wonderful memories of him whether it was at the lake, the golf course, or ball field. He joins a remarkable band of brothers and sisters and is in the midst of a joyful reunion in a glorious and wonderful place. Please take comfort in knowing that, we all know it to be so true.
David
July 14, 2009
To Pat and LeAnne my heart felt love, prayers and sympathy is with you at this time. What precious memories you have of a lifetime with Bill. As days pass may they become more precious and dear to you. May God wrap His mighty arms of love and mercy around you during this time. With lots of love, JoAnn Tolleson Allison
July 14, 2009
Pat, our family grieves with you and LeAnne. Bill was a wonderful next door neighbor and friend. We appreciate all both of you have done for us through the many years we've known you - especially the way you have loved and cared for Mother since Daddy died.
We are praying for God's peace to comfort you now. We cherish wonderful memories of Bill - we know you do, too!
Pat (Houston) Adams
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