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Pennie Clayson Obituary
Born in Cuba, N.Y., she was the daughter of Ronald J. and Lola A. Shaffer Clayson of Hinsdale, N.Y.
Pennie graduated from Hinsdale Central School in 1985, Rowan Technical College (RRT) in 1998, Ashland Technical School (AAS) in 2000 and pursued her passion for helping others as a registered respiratory therapist.
Pennie lived a life full of love, laughter and adventure. In 2012, she married Barbara Pierce/Pyles, the love of her life.
Pennie was an extraordinary woman - witty, compassionate and endlessly resourceful. She cared deeply for her family and friends, treating everyone with love and respect. Whether she was playing pickleball, singing Karaoke, hosting game nights or working tirelessly as a respiratory therapist, Pennie's energy was contagious.
Her adventurous spirit shone through her love for motorcycling, hunting, gardening and she brought joy to every space she occupied. She was a devoted wife to Barbara, a loving mother to her son, her stepchildren, and a cherished daughter, sister and friend.
Pennie is survived by her wife, Barbara; her sons, Trever Biggs of Olive Hill, Ky., Samuel (Alex) Pyles of Beechview, Pa., Benjamin (Julz Picard) Pyles of Wilkensburg, Pa. and Sheradan (Ed) Crow of Chicora, Pa.; her mother, Lola Clayson of Hinsdale; her sisters, Sara Coen of Hinsdale and Julie (Chuck) MacNeal of Olean, N.Y.; her sister-in-law, Lisa Clayson; her brothers, William (Nancy) Clayson, Timothy (Vicki) Clayson and Chris (Marsha Holly) Clayson, all of Hinsdale; and her lifelong best friend, Stacey Converse of Olean; as well as many nieces, nephews and friends across the country.
She was predeceased by her father, Ronald J. Clayson; her brother, Victor J. Clayson; and brother-in-law, Robert L. Coen.
Memorials if desired may be made to the Pioneer Living History Museum at 3901 W. Pioneer Road, Phoenix, AZ 85086.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Phoenix Memorial Park and Mortuary in Phoenix.
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Paula Cotton
February 1, 2025
Dear Clayton family. I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope you can find some comfort in all the love and happy times you spent together. From seeing family pictures, you could see the love and joy all of you shared.
Helen Johnson
February 1, 2025
Lola and family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Carie
February 1, 2025
She was a great woman and will be missed by everyone that knew her
Tammie M Decker
January 31, 2025
I'm so sorry for your loss. Penny was a very nice woman she will be missed.
Larry & Judy Carr
January 31, 2025
To all the Claysons,
We are so saddened to learn of Pennie's passing. She will definitely fly high with the Angels, and missed by all.
Larry & Judy Carr
January 31, 2025
To all of you, we are very saddened to learn of Pennie's passing. She sure made the world brighter. She will definitely fly with the Angels and never be forgotten.
Dennis O Redding
January 31, 2025
What a great friend to all. I've known Penny (Hank) most of her Life thru the Family. You will be missed my friend.
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