Naples, Maine
SCHMUTZ--Roger Clayton, died on Monday, May 17, at the age of 77 in Naples, FL, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. Mr. Schmutz, son of Charles A. and Helen R. Schmutz, was born in New York City. After graduating from Bates College (Maine), he earned a masters degree from the Columbia...
Read MoreDear Mrs. Schmutz, I just heard today of Roger's passing, I am so sorry. I was his travel agent for many years, and then my husband helped to build your house in Marco Island. I am very sorry for your loss, he was a wonderful man, and that is what I will remember him as, kind and gentle..... Anita Ericson York
May 24, 2010
Elizabeth, Anne, Don and Lila, I fondly remember a time many years ago when you all so graciously took my Lilly to your Bailey Island house while I took my own trip. I have many beautiful pictures of that time with Rog sitting with her and looking like he was having a "dog moment".
I am glad Roger is now at peace and wish you all on your own paths to find that place.
Much love to you all,
Pat Scheuerman
Pat Scheuerman
May 20, 2010 | Orrs Island, ME
Dear Elizabeth, Anne, Don, and Lila,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, but grateful that he is in a better place now. What started out as just neighbors, resulted in a life long friendship. Can't say that about anyone else. Since I was 7, growing up on Meadow Lane, Portledge then Bates, holidays together, Christmas carols, vacations in Marco Island, all our weddings. Even when you left Mill Neck for Maine, we still always got together in Marco Island. I will always...
May 19, 2010