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Joseph Thomas "Joe" Clayton

Snohomish, Washington

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Joseph Thomas "Joe" Clayton

Joseph Thomas "Joe" Clayton was born to Ernest and Ruth Clayton in Cedar Creek Township, NE on May 14, 1921. The family came west to Washington State and farmed near Blackmans Lake until they moved into Snohomish, WA. Joe graduated from Snohomish High...

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Dear Dorothy and family,
Joe was quite a guy! His exuberance for life inspired many to pursue their own dreams and adventures. He will be missed by all those who had the good fortune to know him!
With love,
Lila Moe, Loli and family

As both of my parents taught at SHS, I know how it is to lose a loved one. I think there were three of us 54 SHS grads whose parents were members of the SHS faculty. Jim? Verlyn?

Dorothy, my heart goes out to you and your family. Love, Barbara

My Dear Dorothy, Teri, Craig and families. We are in Az. so didn't know about your loss until today We are so sorry for your loss. Joe and Dorothy were friends from when we first arrived in Snoh. until now. We so appreciated their friendship Joe accomplished so much for Snoh. Hi. His tennis accomplishments and radio activites will always be remembered. You all are in our thoughts and prayers and have hugs around all of you Love Peggy.

Dear Dorothy and Family, I'm sure anyone who knew Joe with have a great memory of him. He was just that kind of guy. I remember him from St. John's Church as well as having him for Art in High School many years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Families at this diificult time for you. Cherish the Memories, Always, Susan Hays Gutierrez

To Ian and Granpa Joe's entire family~
Our sympathy on the loss of your Grandpa. Although we never met Joe, he must have had a wonderful life.
Our love to you all at this sad time.
Dan and Andrea Shaffer & family

Joe was a great family friend. He was also a wonderful art teacher. I was in his art class for 4 years. Stepping into the art room was relaxing. Joe usually played music and he taught lessons but always encouraged our own creative spins on assignments. He made everyone in the class feel important.

Joe greeted me as a new teacher at Snohomish and became an instant friend. I respect him for being a member of the Greatest Generation, his service to our country, his commitment to his students, and his mentorship. I love him as a friend.
-Curt Johnson

Joe was one of my favorite teachers. I could see the Snohomish BPA Substation from his SHS upper room windows. I got my start in ham radio. K7GZI.

While I didn't have Mr. Clayton for a teacher I did have Mrs. Clayton. I am truly sorry for the loss and may you find comfort knowing he is in God's hands now!