Clay E. Jones

1949 - 2025

Clay E. Jones, 76, of Maxwell, California passed away peacefully at home on November 10th, 2025. He was born on March 2, 1949 to Giles Jr. and Phyllis Jones in Colusa, California. He was joined by his sister Celeste on the same date just two years later, sister Charlene joined the family 2 years after that. His parents divorced, and a few years later he welcomed his Stepfather, Avery Harris and subsequently a baby brother Clint Harris. Clay attended Maxwell Schools where he excelled in all sports. After his graduation in 1967, he enrolled in Yuba College where he pursued his education in Criminal Justice, but that was interrupted by the Vietnam Conflict so he left college to enlist in the Army. He trained at Fort Gordon, Georgia as a Vet Tech and Dog Handler which earned him his Military Police designation and special friend and companion "Lart", his sentry dog. They were deployed to a Hawk Missile Base in Korea until his honorable discharge. In 1971 he returned to Yuba College and completed his education in Criminal Justice. At the age of 23 Clay was accepted into the California Highway Patrol, where his career took him to West L.A., San Francisco (as a Motorcycle Officer), Oakland, and finally close to home at the Williams California Office. He was always a very proud wearer of badge #8151. In 1979 he met his future wife Kathy Spann, he found out that she was a girl from Williams that he had met years earlier through a family friend. After striking up a conversation they decided to date and a year later they married and settled back into his hometown. Their 45th Wedding anniversary, though never quite reached on November 15, 2025, seems quite a milestone. Daughter Stephanie was born in 1981, and grandson, Yousef was presented in 2015. Clay was an avid hunter, fisherman, marksman and gun enthusiast. Just ask him and he'd always have a story! San Francisco Giants, Golden State Warriors and the 49ers were always his passion, but he made exceptions for his friends' favorite teams. Clay is proceeded in death by his Father, Giles Jones Jr., Stepfather, Avery Harris and Mother, Phyllis Harris. He is Survived by his wife Kathy, of Maxwell, CA; Daughter Stephanie Alhourani and Grandson Yousef Alhourani of Orland, CA. Sisters; Celeste Azevedo (Tim) of Maxwell, CA, Charlene Cain (Donn) of Willows, CA and Brother Clint Harris (Ginger) of Sutter, CA., Nephews: Kyle Word, Jonn Cain, Colton Harris, Auston Harris, Patrick Azevedo (Nikki) and Jeremy Azevedo (Cheri). Great Nephews: Derrick and Matthew Azevedo, Great Nieces: Brittany Azevedo, Jordan Azevedo, Hannah Azevedo and Hollie Azevedo. Great Grand Nieces: Parker-Kate Azevedo and Gracie Azevedo Grave-side Services are to be held Tuesday November 25th at 11 am at the Maxwell Cemetery. A pot-luck luncheon is to follow at the Maxwell Legion Hall. The family wishes to thank the Maxwell Fire Department, Colusa HHS Nurse Kim, and the Colusa County Hospice team. A very special thanks to Niccole Purcell for her unwavering love, hope and care; to Jim Lausten for "showing up" even when not summoned, and to our dearest Jeremy whom without his strength, support and humor the family might have simply collapsed. FAMILY WISHES THAT EVERONE ATTENDING WEAR THEIR FAVORITE TEAM LOGO GARB: NBA, NFL, NHL or MLB. Donations to the Maxwell Fire Department and/or the American Legion would be appreciated!