Mr. Clayton J. Christian

Clayton J. Christian passed away peacefully on Monday April 4, 2022. He was 89. Clayton was born in Philadelphia to Marie (nee Hassman) and Clayton Neveling Christian. He is survived by his daughters, Donna McCarthy (Martin), Linda Krause (William), and Jenny Connolly; step sons, Kenny Connolly and Jeff Connolly (Lisa); grandchildren, Laura Connolly, Christie Connolly, Jazmin Slemmer (Kyle), William Krause, Laura Krause, Daniel McCarthy, Christine Hernandez (Alexander), Jamie Connolly, Katherine Connolly, Jennifer McCarthy, and Michael Connolly. Clayton was preceded in death by his wife, Donna in 2013 and step son, John Connolly in 2010. Chris was born and raised in Philadelphia where he attended Olney High School and Temple University. He faithfully served in the United States Army during the Korean War. For most of his career he worked in the Aerospace Industry and also spent several years at the Budd Company inspecting rail cars. Family was what he treasured most and he was very proud of his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Chris loved military history and enjoyed sharing this passion with his family. Civil War reenacting was a favorite hobby. He served as an Elder in the Presbyterian Church for many years. He was a positive role model and led by example. Relatives and friends are invited to Clayton's Life Celebration on Wednesday April 13, 2022 from 10 to 11:00 AM at McGhee-Givnish Funeral Home, 690 Belmont Ave., Southampton, PA. Services will begin at 11:00. Interment will be at Washington Crossing National Cemetery with Military Honors on Thursday April 14, 2022. We will be meeting at Washington Crossing no later than 9:15. Burial and Committal service will be promptly at 9:30. In lieu of flowers, the Christian family has requested donations in his name be made to The Travis Manion Foundation, P.O. Box 1485, Doylestown, PA 18901. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting mcgheegivnish.com.