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Harry R. "Bob" Clay

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Harry Clay Obituary

Clay Harry R. "Bob" Clay. A funeral service for Harry R. "Bob" Clay, of Hebron, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 6, 2016 in the Hebron Nazarene Church with his Pastor, Rev. Jerry Carpenter as celebrant. Burial will follow at Glen Rest Memorial Estates, Reynoldsburg. Harry passed away on August 3, 2016 with his family at his side. He was born in Rock Camp, Ohio, on June 7, 1933, the son of the late Hershel T. and Anna (Niece) Clay. He was a graduate of Coal Grove H.S., class of 1952, and had worked for 30 years at Rockwell International in Columbus, from where he retired in 1988. An avid golfer, he also enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a member of the Hebron Church of the Nazarene. He is survived by his loving family: wife, Stella Clay, whom he married on March 14, 1981; children, Debbie (Butch) Zimmerman, Tony (Mickey) Clay, Brenda Scarey, Tina Carano and Robert (Cathy) Adkins; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and a brother, David (Pat) Clay; and sister, Rose Morgan. In addition, many nieces and nephews, golfing buddies from Rockwell and his Church family, along with special friend, Ann Elswick. Friends may call on Friday, August 5, 2016 from 5-8 p.m. at the Kirkersville home of HOSKINSON Funeral and Cremation Service. An on-line guest register and video tribute are available at www.hoskinsonfuneral.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Aug. 4 to Aug. 5, 2016.

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UAW Local 969 Retiree Chapter

August 9, 2016

UAW Local 969 Retiree Chapter sends our deepest sympathy at the passing of your beloved Father. Tony our membership will be keeping you and your family in our hearts and prayers.

August 5, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family as you mourn the loss of Bob. May your happy memories bring you comfort and peace at this difficult time. We enjoyed seeing Bob at extended family events with Brandon, Christina, and Evan. We will always remember his warm smile and devotion to his family.
- Britton, Jim, Ethan, and Natalie Witter (Brandon's sister-in-law and family)

Lisa Clay

August 5, 2016

Deepest sympathy and condolences for all family and friends. Hope you find comfort in all the special memories of a really special man we all have

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Hoskinson Funeral and Cremation Service - Kirkersville

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285 East Main Street P.O. Box 57, Kirkersville, OH 43033

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