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Austin Clay Obituary
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mattie Augusta and Harvey Wilson Clay.
Austin was born in Winston County, MS and graduated from North Texas State. He served in the United States Air National Guard. He was retired from Standard Life Insurance Company.
He enjoyed his family and was an avid football fan. He was an integral part of getting the Soccer Association started in Clinton, MS where he was a very well loved leader. He loved to eat catfish, always had a smile, a joke, or a story to tell.
He was a faithful member of Parkway Baptist Church and a Gideon. He was a devoted Christian man who reached many, many lives.
Austin is survived by his wife, Wanda of 52 years; four children, Brent (Jackie), Lauren Lee, Blaine, and Jason (Carla); two grandchildren, Patrick Primeaux and Alana Clay Gonzales; two great grandchildren, Buddy and Caden; and one brother, Alfred Clay.
Visitation for the family is 1pm Saturday, October 2, 2010, at Parkway Baptist Church in Clinton, Memorial service will begin at 2pm Saturday in the chapel at Parkway.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Parkway Baptist Church Preschool Department or the Teen Mops Program.
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Memories and Condolences
for Austin Clay
Carmyra Williams
October 6, 2010
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. A Clay my prayers are with the family
Glen and Barbara Knight
October 4, 2010
Wanda, we have many fond memories of the times we spent with you and Austin. Glen enjoyed working with him. He was his favorite boss. He was a wonderful man. We were so sorry to hear of his death. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
R ROBINSON
October 2, 2010
SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT OUR NEIGHBOR. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIS WARM AND HEARTFELT GREETING OF "HEY NEIGHBOR" FROM ACROSS THE STREET. WE WILL SURELY MISS HIM.
THE ROBINSONS
RUSSELL PRESLEY
October 2, 2010
I AM SORRY TO HERE ABOUT MR. CLAY. GROWING UP WITH BLAINE AND JASON, I GOT TO SPEND A CONSIDERABLE AMOUNT OF TIME AROUND THE FAMILY AND I HAVE SELDOM MET ANYONE THAT PUT MORE TIME AND ENERGY INTO KEEPING THEIR TEEN AGED SON AND HIS FRIEND FROM GETTING IN TROUBLE NO MATTER HOW HARD THEY RESISITED. I AM HAPPY TO SAY THAT I KNEW HIM AND MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS I SHARE THAT HONOR WITH.
October 1, 2010
I am the daughter of Jim and Thelma Reed and Austin was a great friend to my dad. We lost my daddy 2 months ago and now they are in heaven together. My family extends our deepest heartfelt sympathy.
LEAH REED STARNES
Brian Daniel
October 1, 2010
The Clinton Soccer Association would like to extend its condolences to the Clay family in their time of loss. CSA will be forever grateful to Mr. Clay and all of the Sertoma members for creating an organization that fosters community involvement and gives children a chance to enjoy soccer.
CSA President
September 30, 2010
My heart goes out to all the family at this sad time. Austin was a very special and sweet man, and one of my MOST FAVORITE first cousins!
I will miss his smiling face and his usual greeting each time we met in Wal-Mart or Home Depot ("Well, hello cuz"!). Voyce joins me in sending his love and sympathy. I love you all. Margarette
Liddia Thornton
September 30, 2010
Surrounding the family with God's Love and Light...Liddia, Alana, Buddy and Caden
Barbara Carlisle-Newman
September 30, 2010
Ms Wanda, Brent, Lauren Lee, Blaine and Jason,
I'm so sorry to hear about Mr Austin passing. A parent is always truly missed. I remember all of you when you lived in Bolton and Central Hinds. It seems like just yesterday. Just know that God will comfort you in the days to come. Our heavenly Father is an Awesome and Mighty God. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Would love to see everyone, take care.
Michael, Barbara Carlisle-Newman,
and Jonathon Newman
Dawn Stubblefield
September 30, 2010
So sorry for this sudden loss. There is no doubt he loves his family and will truly be missed. Praying for you all. We love you.
Todd and Dawn Stubblefield
Kathleen Kight
September 30, 2010
I an sorry to hear of the loss of a great person. After Standard Life I would still see him at our reunions and often times would see him at Kroger in Clinton. He will be greatly missed.
Beverly Sebren
September 30, 2010
Always made me smile with your dingle dongle song. Never once called me Beverly. It was always "Berbaly". You will be remembered with a smile and now a tear. No doubt you will keep those angels hopping A. Clay! Beverly Sebren
September 30, 2010
Austin, you always made me smile with your dingle dongle song. I never heard you call me Beverly, it was always "Berbaly". I loved you old man and just the mention of your name made me smile and now will bring a tear as well. Love, Beverly Sebren
September 30, 2010
What a wonderful person, this Austin Clay! He will be missed!! To the family, hold fast to the good memories. . .
Shirley Dreding
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