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Albert "Clay" Koontz
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His friend, Scott wrote of him saying, "Clay was a resident of Turning Point Recovery Home for a period of time. This is where he got sober several years ago. Through working the 12 steps of AA he discovered that working with other alcoholics was crucial to him staying sober. He has guided hundreds of men through the 12 steps of AA. He was a very good man and we are forever grateful for him. In lieu of customary floral remembrances, the family would like to request donations be made to Turning Point Recovery, 342 Valeria Street, Nashville, TN, 37210 in Clay's memory.
Arrangements by Lumen Cremation, 7978 Coley Davis Road, Suite 101, Nashville, TN, 37221 | 615-549-0074
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Cindy L Smith
May 29, 2022
You were a wonderful person that gave a lot to help others. I remember plays we did. We had fun. RIP Clay! You will be missed.
Laura Romanowski
May 27, 2022
Clay epitomized the term "Gentle Giant." His physical presence, while immense, was dwarfed by his truly gigantic heart. I knew Clay when we were both working at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival and I will never forget the day I was in a horrible car accident. Clay was the first person to stop and see how I was faring. The car was close to totaled, but his calming presence made all the difference for me. Flights of Angels guide thee to thy rest, Sir Clay. The world is poorer for your passing.
Laura Romanowski
May 27, 2022
Clay epitomized the idea of a "gentle giant." His imposing physique was dwarfed only by his stupendously enormous heart. I remember once at ASF I had been in a car accident. He was the first person to reach my totaled car. His gentle demeanor made such a difference that day. May flights of angels guide thee to thyme rest, Sir Clay. The world is poorer with your passing.
Kamlyn Palmer
May 26, 2022
A truly beautiful soul. I feel like you shared a little with me. Sending you all my love my friend. You assisted so many in saving their lives and leading them to freedom from addiction. You are resonating in a higher dimension. Sad heart.
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Brad Larson
May 26, 2022
So sorry for the loss of my dear friend and classmate. Clay was a gentle soul and will be missed. My prayers for his family.
Jennifer S
May 26, 2022
We didn't see each other very much after I moved from Nashville but I'll never forget you the kindness and wisdom that you always showed me. RIP Gentle Giant. Please continue to watch over us.
Jamie (Georgia)
May 26, 2022
I will forever miss your hugs and your kindness. I am so very lucky to call you my friend.
Sarah (Rowell) Hanley
May 26, 2022
I was so lucky to have known Clay from our time spent as colleagues and friends at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. He never failed to make me smile throughout his life.
Kathleen Mccall
May 26, 2022
Oh Clay, we were so lucky to have you in our lives. Rest well you wonderful, gentle giant. My heart is with you and your loved ones!
Sandy Koontz
April 24, 2022
Wish we had more time with you. You will always live in our hearts.
Michael BRAZILE
April 23, 2022
My condolences to the family Clay was a super nice guy I remember when I first came to Nashville back in 2013 and started going to the rooms I would hear him share and he had such a unique way of sharing his experience strength and hope that you couldn't help but to listen intensely.. I know that there are many that he helped without even knowing it he was just that type of person that you would listen to and respect.. you'll always be in the rooms..
Roxann Hampton
April 23, 2022
So sad to hear this news. Even though i never met him, He made such an impact on a lot of lives. Especially my son Hunter Hampton and a lot of his friends at turning point.
Rest in peace Clay!
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