Edward Henry Clay

Good man, may he rest in peace.

In these first days of 2022 it is certainly appropriate to keep the memory of Ed Clay alive. With so much domestic unrest I find it comforting to remember a kind friend and an American hero.

I have the most pleasant memories of my friend Ed Clay. He was always forthcoming and had a positive nature that enriched me. He always had time for me. As a young man at the time, that acknowledgement was always appreciated. At my age of 77, he continues to be one of my favorite people.

Ed Clay gave me my start at Peninsula Racquet Club when he was manager. A very friendly, detail oriented man, I admired him for his hard work and valued his friendship. Because of Ed I am doing the work I love here in PV. The world has lost a wonderful man.

Though I had not seen Ed in years, my admiration for his, warmth, generosity and good humor has grown over the years. He was a dear friend to my parents and someone I greatly admired for his strength of character. I will always remember him. His family is often on my mind as I recall growing up in Barrington, Il. I will miss him.

Ed was a great person, memorable for his work with the Palos Verdes Concours d'Elegance. We missed him when he moved to Washiungton. Also was a wonderful manager for the Tennis Club.

Good-bye Neighbor Clay. Memories of you will live in my heart forever.

With fond memories, Walt Harrison

Long-time friend who will be sorely missed. When he retired in 1980, several of us, including Rowe Prideaux, Pat O'Shaughnessy took him to lunch and presented him with a plaque.