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Rita Clayton Obituary
76, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2015.
She retired from the University of Louisville in 2007 after 29 years of service and remained an avid Cardinal fan.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Clayton, sister, Lois Johnson, and grandchild, Jonathan Springmier.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Sandra (Mark) Kunitsky, Kimberly Springmier, and Jenifer Cecil; grandchildren, Meredith Springmier, J.R. Cecil, Jordan Springmier, and Hope Cecil. Beloved mother and Nana, our hearts will be strong until we are together again.
The family will hold a private memorial service with interment in Cave Hill Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rita Clayton
April 30, 2015
My condolences to her girls and their families. I worked with Rita at IT, and she was truly a friend you could depend upon. we had many good times at UofL and the one thing that stands out was her quest for excellence in all things, and her infectious laugh. Manichevets, I can't believe she is gone. RIP Rita...
Carol Goldsmith
West Point, Ky.
Patsy Heitzman
April 29, 2015
I worked with Rita in our UL Information Technology Department for many years. Rita had such a wonderful sense of humor and we had many laughs together. She worked hard and was so knowledgeable of UL history, staff, and departmental procedures etc. We enjoyed hearing her delightful stories about the grandchildren. My sympathy to all of the family for your loss. We had a nice visit with her several months ago. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Lillian Sutherland
April 29, 2015
So very sorry to hear about Rita, we worked closely at UofL for 29 years. She was a very good friend to me and will be deeply missed.
April 29, 2015
So sorry to hear about Rita, we worked closely for 29 years and she was a great fiend to me.
Lillian Sutherland
Sharon Foree
April 28, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Rita for many years, she was a true role model for me. I am praying for the family--Sharon Foree
Shelley Elmes
April 28, 2015
Kim & family, so sorry about your Mom. I know you guys will miss her. I loved seeing her as a patient for years. I have missed you guys. My condolences, Shelley (her hygienist)
April 28, 2015
You have my deepest sympathy. May the God of loyal love comfort the family during your time of sorrow. Psalm 119:76
Victoria Harpe
April 28, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Rita was a wonderful inspiration and she will be missed. I will always remember her as my first mentor at UofL.
Phil & Lou Ann Duvall, Sr.
April 28, 2015
I worked with Rita at the University of Louisville. My wife and I considered her a dear friend. We send our deepest sympathy to the family for your loss and we will keep her in our thoughts and prayers.
April 28, 2015
Dear Jenny & family, so sorry to hear about your loss. Your mother was a wonderful lady. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all, The Stovall Family, Denny, Karen, Jennifer & Garrett
Mike and Mary Stanislawczyk
April 26, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
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