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Robert Clayton Memoriam
Robert H. Clayton, age 75 of Wilmington, DE
passed away at home on November 6, 2016.
A 1958 graduate of P. S. DuPont High School, Bob was
best known for his love of music and dancing on American Bandstand with his partner Justine Carrelli from 1957 to 1961.
Following American Bandstand Bob embarked upon a career
in the retail and wholesale business beginning with Storm's Shoes and The Little Heel; he retired in 1998 from the Diamond Chemical & Supply Co.
Bob is survived by his wife of 31 years, Elizabeth "Litzie" Clayton;
his children, Sheri Clayton, Kristine Biddison, and Robert Wayne "Toby" Clayton; his grandchildren, Brett Marshall (Nikki) and Taylor Clayton.
A Memorial Mass will be offered on Friday, December 2, 2016, 10 AM at St. Hedwig Church, 408 South Harrison Street, Wilmington, DE 19805. A visitation will be held prior to the Mass at 9:30 AM. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor, 185 Salem Church Road, Newark, DE 19713
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Memories and Condolences
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Richard Elliott
May 9, 2025
I remember so clearly watching Bob and Justine dancing on Bandstand. Many of us learned to dance by watching their moves. Thanks for wonderful memories Bob.
Kandy Maharas
May 5, 2025
It was so much fun watching American Bandstand with Dick Clark and following dance partners Justine and Bob! Thanks for the memories!
Eleanor Hirneisen
December 1, 2016
R.i.P.
May the family find peace in this hard time.
Eleanor Cram Hirneisen
December 1, 2016
I remember racing home from school to watch bandstand every day. Bob and Justine were always my favorites. I eventually met Bob's sister, Sande in Jr high. She would teach us the newest dances that she learned from Bob. He was always such a great support for Sande. My condolences go out to the family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
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