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Jonathan Clayton Obituary

Jonathan A. Clayton

Monroe Township - Jonathan A. Clayton, 81, of Monroe Township, passed away on Wednesday, November 28, 2018, at Meadow Lakes in East Windsor.

Born in New Brunswick, Mr. Clayton resided in Cranbury for many years until settling in Monroe Township 20 years ago. He was a U.S. Army veteran who was honorably discharged. Jon was employed as a Banker with Manufacturers Hanover Trust in New York City for 30 years.

He enjoyed spending time at his residence in Sedona, Arizona among family, fishing, boating and reading. He also enjoyed playing the saxophone and listening to jazz.

Predeceased by his parents, Llewellyn and Florence Clayton; and his wife, Carole E. Clayton; he is survived by his loving children, Susan B. Clayton and David A. Clayton.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 3, 2018, at 1:30 p.m. at the A.S. Cole Funeral Home, 22 North Main Street, Cranbury, NJ.

Interment will follow at Old Tennent Cemetery in Manalapan.

Visitation for friends and family will be held on Monday, December 3, 2018, from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at the A.S. Cole Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Clayton's memory to Hillsdale College or St. Jude Children's Research by visiting In Memory Of at www.inmemoryof-memorial.org.

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Published by Home News Tribune on Nov. 30, 2018.

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December 1, 2018

The family have my deepest sympathy,and prayers for peace and comfort in the days and months to come, he will be missed,may Gods words at 1 Peter 5:6,7, strengthen the family.
Betty L.

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November 30, 2018

My condolences. May you be comforted by your many wonderful memories and by God who binds up the broken-hearted...comforts those who mourn.
Isaiah 61:1,2.

A concerned neighbor

November 30, 2018

Sending my condolences and prayers to the Clayton family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this most difficult time. Sorry for your loss.

November 30, 2018

So sorry for your loss. May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad and difficult time. Ps. 119:50,76.

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