Katherine Clark Clayton
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Mrs. Katherine Clark Clayton, 65, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2006, at her home, surrounded by her care-giving family and loved ones. She was born Oct. 4, 1940, to Jimmie Clark and Edith Curl Griffin of Alamance County. Kathy was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, wife and soul mate. She was witty, intelligent, warm and thoughtful and will be dearly remembered by all those who knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Jane Clark Wallace, of Davidson. She is survived by a daughter, Keely Clayton Richardson, and husband Lester; two sons, Hal W. Clayton and Edward M. Clayton; and two brothers, James M. Clark and wife Betty of Greensboro and Ray Clark and wife Juanita of Snow Camp. Kathy was the proud grandmother of Jade and Joseph Richardson and a loving wife and soul mate to Hal Maurice Clayton. A memorial service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 17, at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel, with the Rev. Dale Matthews of Snow Camp officiating. The family will receive friends after the service. The Clayton family would like to thank the doctors and incredible nursing staff at Forsyth Medical Center and the wonderful team of "Angels" at Hospice for the care of their mother. Memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative CareCenter, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. We'll see you farther along, Momma, we love you so very much. "A ohe loa i ka hana a ke aloha" - distance is ignored by love.
This obituary was originally published in the Winston-Salem Journal.
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Hal Clayton
September 21, 2024
Hey Momma I just wanted to let you know that I am thinking about you. That I love you and miss you so much. I can see your pretty face even as I type. I keep your picture on my desk. Hugs and Kisses mom.
Hal Clayton
June 9, 2024
I love you so much my sweet momma. It's hard to imagine you past away almost 18 years ago. Time is a strange thing. With each passing day, hour and even minute....what is comforting is knowing that it brings me closer back to you Mom! All my love Momma!!!! Hal
Hal Clayton
June 9, 2021
I miss you every day Momma. If I never knew how incredible a mother you were, I certainly do today. Of course I knew Mom. I felt lucky to have you as MY momma. I love you each and every second and look for you....One day I will find you. And it is there I will stay. Always and forever! Your baby boy, Hal
Hal Clayton
May 24, 2020
Hey my sweet momma. Just wanted to say hello and let you know that I miss you every single day. No matter how much time may pass...I know it brings me just a little closer to being able to be with you. I can't wait to see you momma! It will be a happy day and I'll never leave you again. We can play Scrabble and just..... BE. Aloha momma! I love you always! Your baby, Hal
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Hal Claytin
August 28, 2019
Hey Mom. come visit me momma.... I'm struggling with a decision and want your input. you never steared me wrong. v God knows I miss you so so much. I just want to hold you..... take care! XOXO
Hal Clayton
June 9, 2019
I love and miss you each day momma. It's hard to believe you've been gone this long.....I am right up the street from where you left this world. I think about you every day momma. Mahalo momma! XOXO. Your baby, Hal
Hal clayton
June 21, 2016
Hey Momma. Thank you for coming to visit me. I hear you Mom. I know you are right here in my heart. I can hear you too! Mom, it draws closer with each passing day. I met Juanita from K and W. She knew you well. Mom, you are so amazing. I just keep on loving and missing you!!! So. Your baby...Hal xoxo
Hal Clayton
March 11, 2008
Hey Momma,
I just wanted to let you know I saw a card today. It was so very you. It had a pretty hummingbird on it. I was so touched by it. I had to buy it just to have it. I plan on seeing you really soon. It won't be too much longer...I just know it. I just cannot seem to get through the days without you. I do feel you Mom, but it's just not the same. You were my light. You were my strength, dignity. You made me feel like I had a purpose. God, I just miss you. There are no words. I want to be near you again, feel your touch. I am lost without you Mom. Don't be mad at me. You said once that I was your light...you are mine. It's so cold and dark and loonely without you. I love you Mom. Talk to you soon. Kisses, Hal
Hal Clayton
November 26, 2007
Hey Mom
We missed you at Thanksgiving. The holidays aren't the same anymore. I miss your smile, your hugs, your laugh. I can't wait until we can be together again. I miss you every single day. I love you Momma. Your baby Hal
Hal Clayton
August 12, 2007
I remember you everyday Mom. I still miss you so much. I am lost without you. XOXO Hal
Hal Clayton
June 21, 2006
Momma, I miss you so much. I feel so alone without you. Our memories help, but your touch will not be replaced. I love you so dearly and eternally. Thank you Momma. Rest now in comfort and know how much you are loved. Your baby.
John and Kathy Purvis
June 21, 2006
We extend our sincere sympathy over your loss and to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We wish you comfort and peace at this difficult time.
Lisa Gerhard
June 21, 2006
My dearest Hal and family,
I am so very saddened by the passing of your wonderful mother. I loved her dearly. My heart hurts as I know yours does. Now, she can "hang out" with my parents, and watch over us from afar. Until we meet again, and we will.
I love you!
Suzanne Shay
June 19, 2006
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart felt sympathy goes out to you. Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve & Robyn Howell
June 18, 2006
Eddie,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Your Mother will always live in your heart, your memories, and your gift of music.
With our love and deepest sympathy,
Steve & Robyn Howell
Todd Foltz
June 17, 2006
Eddie, Hal, Keely and Mr. Clayton, my deepest heartfelt sympathies for your loss. She was, basically, my second mom growing up, and my heart aches with her passing. So, so many memories...
God bless.
Currie & Susan Clayton
June 16, 2006
Maurice, Keely, Hal and Eddie,
We are so sorry for your loss and share in your pain. We will miss Kathy so much.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as well as Lester, Jade and Joe.
Surely she is in Heaven with Nana, Currie Sr. and Carl smiling down on us.
We love you.
Currie Wayne, Susan, Zac and Brit
Mark Viglianco
June 16, 2006
Keely, Hal, & Eddie,
I'll never be able to forget the many wonderful memories of your mother. My heart felt sympathy is with you in your time of loss.
Angela Stuart
June 16, 2006
Maurice,
I am sorry for your loss. The whole family is in my prayers. Love,Sissy
Judy and John Rotruck
June 16, 2006
Eddie and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your mother and know you will miss her greatly. Our thoughts are with you.
Judy and John Rotruck
James Clark
June 16, 2006
Sis, Missing you but loving you forever, Big Brother, James & Betty
Linda Harder Massey
June 15, 2006
I am so sorry to hear about Kathy. She was a sweet and kind person. We went to school together at Haw River and I have fond memories of her and Maurice during our school years. I visited her several times recently at the K&W and will miss chatting with her. May God be with you in your time of sorrow.
Rick, Nancy, Lee, Michael, and Molly Schloss
June 15, 2006
Dear Keely, Lester, Jade, and Joe;
It is so hard to lose a loved one. And harder still to lose a beloved mother & grandmother. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May your cherished memories give you comfort and the warmth of the love of family give you peace.
Peggy Klinger
June 15, 2006
Kathy was such a nice person to work with at K & W. She will be missed by her co-workers.
DAVID ALLEN
June 15, 2006
UNCLE JIMMY & AUNT BETTY ,, WISH-N YOU ,,, EASY STEP'S, DOWN THE TRAIL OF TEAR'S, IN THIS WALK OF LIFE ,,,NEPHEW ~DAVID~
Gerri Tomlin
June 15, 2006
What a warm, sweet lady Kathy Clayton was. You only needed to be around her for a minute or two to realized how much she loved her family. May you find comfort in your memories and knowing that God has promised that we will all be together again someday. Our prayers are with the entire family.
Gerri and Gus Tomlin
Robert Simpson
June 15, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
ED & ANNE GOLDYN
June 15, 2006
KEELY, HAL AND EDDIE,
SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER, OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL, TAKE SOLICE IN THE FACT THAT SHES WITH THE LORD AND NO LONGER IS IN PAIN.
(FROM ED & ANNE GOLDYN [ED-COWORKER OF LESTER)
Michaele Kisner-Driggers
June 15, 2006
I am saddened by the loss of your mother. I know how she and the rest of you touched my life growing up, and I have some wonderful memories. You're in my prayers. God bless you and your Dad during this time and always. Love ya'll.
June 15, 2006
OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH EACH OF YOU IN THIS TIME OF SORROW.
STEVE,MELODY,WILL,BRIAN HARTLESS
Becky Lambeth
June 15, 2006
Hal (son),
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mary Sizemore
June 15, 2006
Kathy was a friend and a great person to work with. She was a beautiful person inside and out. She was an important part of our "K&W Family" and we will miss her greatly.
Edward Clayton
June 15, 2006
I'll see you soon mom...
I'm forever thankful for all you've done. Your memory and spirit is always with me.
"The life given us by nature is short, but the memory of a well spent life is eternal" cicero.
Marilyn Mott
June 15, 2006
Regretted to hear of your loss. Kathy was a special co-worker.
Bill and Carroll Kisner
June 15, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to "Chuck",Hal and Eddie.We remember Cathy as a loving Mother. May God bless you all and give you peace and comfort you as only HE can do is our prayer for you.
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