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Christopher Clay Obituary

Clay Christopher J. Clay, age 29. Born in Columbus, Ohio January 16, 1987, was taken from us in a tragic accident on October 25, 2016. He is survived by parents, John and Tereasa Clay (Brad Crim); brother/cousin, Nate (Ashley); grandparents, Leroy and Gloria Nicely and Sylvia Clay; many aunts, uncles, cousins and brothers too many to name them all. Chris attended Franklin Heights High School and played football for the Westside Dolphins. Viewing hours will be held Saturday, October 29, 2016 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., where funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. at THE RADER-McDONALD-TIDD FUNERAL HOME, 1355 W. Main St., W. Jefferson, OH. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family to cover the cost of the funeral expenses.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 27 to Oct. 28, 2016.

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Linda S. Bowen

October 21, 2019

Love & Prayers to all the family!! RIP Christopher Clay!!

October 31, 2016

Sincere condolences for your loss. May happy memories of your loved one and the words of Isaiah 57:15 provide you with much comfort. T.R.

October 31, 2016

Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss. We hope that the scripture in Romans 15 verse 13 will be comforting to you at this time. May the peace of God continue to be with you as he provides Solace during your time of grief. Sincerely Bob and Jeanne from Orlando Florida

October 28, 2016

I am sorry for your loss. May fond memories of special times spent together keep Chris close to your heart.

Sam Kovacs

October 28, 2016

My heart breaks for the family. I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was truly a great person. I have a lot of great childhood memories because of him. RIP Chris

Ashley Harding-Yauch

October 28, 2016

Very heart breaking to see him lose his life at such a young age. Prayers to the family during this difficult time. RIP Chris.

Rhonda Miller

October 28, 2016

My deepest sympathy goes out to you John, Theresa and family

October 28, 2016

I am so very sorry to hear of his passing. He is at peace with the angles.

Linda Berger (Natalie's Mom)

October 28, 2016

R.I.P. Chris
Thoughts & prayers to all

Linda Bowen

October 28, 2016

Rest in Peace,Christopher!!

Linda Bowen

October 28, 2016

So sorry for your loss!!Praying for all the family to help with this sad time!!

David Clay

October 28, 2016

Our hearts are broken. You are gone, but your memory will live on forever in our hearts, our thoughts, and the precious memories you leave behind.

Praying for Uncle John and Aunt Tereasa in this difficult time. May you find the peace and strength you need to carry on through the difficult days ahead.

Tia

October 28, 2016

Rest in peace Christopher Justin you will be truly missed and I will never forget the good times we had I will always love you and carry you in my heart

Stephanie Lilly

October 28, 2016

REST IN PEACE CHRIS YOU WILL BE TRUELY MISSED. PRAYERS TO YOUR FAMILY. I AM BLESSED TO HAVE KNOWN YOU. I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.

Shannon McKinney (Montell)

October 28, 2016

Teresa and John I am so sorry for the loss of your son words could not express how you guys are feeling. He was such an amazing person with a great heart. He will be missed dearly by many and never forgotten to those who knew him.

Robbie & Katha Rogers

October 28, 2016

John & Tereasa,

I'm sorry for your loss of Chris. Our prayers will be with you through this difficult time, which means we will be praying for you the rest of your life. I cannot imagine the pain that you're going through. Chris was always finding ways to make you laugh. As we seen & heard last night at the candlelight visual and as we read all the post on FB, he was well loved and had many friends. He was a shining light that will never go out, never be forgotten and will be sadly missed by all, especially you two. May God give you comfort & peace every day of your life. We love you!

The Compassionate Friends

October 27, 2016

Dear Clay Family,
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences. The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. We meet monthly in Columbus from 7-9 PM on the second Tuesday of each month at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1479 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229. If and when you are ready to do so, please join us. We need Not Walk Along. We are The Compassionate Friends.
~~~
The Compassionate Friends
Columbus, Ohio Chapter
(614) 882-8986
www.tcfcolumbus.org
www.compassionatefriends.org

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