Mark Andrew Clay

Mark Clay passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, in the arms of his beloved wife. Mark was born in Kentucky in 1966 before moving to LaGrange, Georgia. At the age of 12, Mark moved to Front Royal, Virginia, where he spent the majority of the rest of his life.

Mark was successful in work life, creating several small businesses, Mark Clay Music, Clay Entertainment, LLC, and Winchester Home Consulting, while enjoying his primary job with Van Metre Homes and the amazing relationships he made there. He was genuinely happy in every aspect of his career and felt privileged to have the opportunity to build all the authentic relationships with those whom he truly considered family.

Mark touched many, many lives with his kind, gentle heart, his strong desire to make everyone he met happy, and his beautiful, untouchable gift of music. He was an incredibly talented musician who has written countless songs, several which have been recorded and are in production. He was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to record some original music in Nashville recently. Many local friends remember Mark entertaining the town at The Lucky Star Lounge. He had since branched out, sharing his music with so many, having the opportunity to tour the east coast along with a few venues in the south and the west coast. His passion for music was only second to his love for his family and his friends. Mark loved fiercely with his whole heart and would put every ounce of energy into his relationships. He will never be forgotten. His love, his music, and his kindness will be here with us and live on in each one of us for all of time.

Mark is survived by his wife, Bevin Lewis of Boyce, VA; his sister Katie Clay-Bertrand of Jamestown, TN; his daughter Jade Jenkins of Front Royal, VA; his stepson Camden Hansford Lewis White; and his stepdaughter Victoria Grace White. A memorial service is tentatively scheduled for Sunday, May 18, 2025, with the location TBD. For updates on the service, please contact Maddox Funeral Home or family members. Updates will also be posted to social media.