William Minnigerode Claytor

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William Claytor Obituary

William Minnigerode Claytor, 78, of Roanoke, Va., died peacefully at his home on Friday, November 14, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Marjorie Brooks Claytor; three sons, John Mason Claytor, Robert Brooks Claytor, and Stephen Mitchell Claytor; three daughters-in-law, Susan Yates Claytor, Carol Griffin Claytor, and Kathy Draney Claytor; and five grandchildren, Anne Stewart Claytor, Katharine Brooks Claytor, Emily Graham Claytor, Andrew Boyd Claytor IV, and William Mitchell Claytor. He is also survived by his brother, Andrew Boyd Claytor III. He will be remembered by his family and many friends as the consummate family man, husband and father, an avid outdoorsman and hunter, a voracious reader, a successful life insurance businessman, an accomplished pilot, an energetic farmer, and a veteran traveler-among his other diverse interests. He graduated from the University of Richmond in 1951 with a major in life insurance. After military service, he entered the life insurance business in 1954. e earned his CLU designation in 1960 and ultimately became a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Roundtable. He authored articles published in life insurance journals and publications and often spoke at Million Dollar Roundtable meetings. He served on the Vestry at Christ Episcopal Church for many years, and was past president of Hidden Valley Country Club. The family appreciates and thanks all the friends who kept Bill in their thoughts and prayers. The family would also like to thank the personnel of Good Samaritan Hospice. Bill's funeral service is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Monday, November 17, 2008, at Christ Episcopal Church, 1101 Franklin Road, Roanoke, Va. 24016. The Right Reverend Heath Light, the Reverend Deborah Hentz Hunley and the Reverend Timothy Vance will preside. In lieu of flowers, the family would greatly appreciate memorial donations to Christ Episcopal Church or Hunters for the Hungry, P.O. Box 304, Big Island, Va. 24526 or a charity of choice. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel & Crematory, 540-989-3131.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Nov. 15 to Nov. 17, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for William Claytor

11 Entries

Charles Rich

December 12, 2008

Mrs. Claytor, Steve, John, and Bob
I am sorry to hear that Mr. Claytor as passed on. I have so many great memories of him and of all of you. I feel very blessed to have grown up next to such a warm and friendly family. Many times I wish I had never left the circle. My families prayers are with you all.

WHITNEY & ANNE PRITCHETT

November 17, 2008

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Diane Parker

November 17, 2008

Steve,
So sorry to hear of your fathers passing. It has been many years but it is still hard to see the passing of classmates and their families. You and your family are in my thoughts and Prayers.

Debra Russell

November 17, 2008

Hi, Marge, Steve, John and Bob, I'm so sorry to hear about your father. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I just found out about this from a good friend of mine.

Sincerely yours

Debra Russell

Tommy Laughon

November 16, 2008

I have fond memories of huntig in Bath Co. at the hunt club with Bill. I will certainly miss him, as he was always a good friend. Tommy Laughon -Bedford

Wes Gray

November 16, 2008

Dear Steve,

Mark Thompson told me of your dad's passing. I wanted to express my condolences to you and your family. My dad always held the highest respect and professional regard for him. There were few CLU's back in the day and like him I'm sure your father was as proud of the professional designation he had earned. Be well and I hope to see you sometime again when I am in Roanoke. Kind Regards, Wes Gray CSHS '79

Mike (Woody) Combs

November 16, 2008

Dear Mrs. Claytor, John, Stephen, Bob (of course AEKDB) and the rest of a wonderful family, Patrice and I pray for Mr. Claytor and the everlasting peacefulness he has now joined and we pray for all of you in realizing that Mr. Claytor's ultimate reward had been achieved.

God Bless You,

Mike and Patrice Combs

Todd & Christina Morris

November 15, 2008

Dearest Marge, Steve, Kathy, Emily, and Will...
We are so sorry to hear of Bill's death, as we too have experienced the loss and emptiness felt when one we love so dearly says goodbye. There are no words to describe the sting of death's touch, nor words to describe the way the world suddently shifts beneath our feet awakening us to our own immoritality. Bill was loved, and will continue to be loved through shared memories that are gifts he left behind for this wintery season. Please let us know if we can help in any way. We love you all very much.

Barbara Burton

November 15, 2008

Claytor Family
My husband and I have been praying for Mr. Claytor.You have our deepest sympathy. Kathy is my friend and co-worker. God bless all of you. Barbara Burton & Rev Edward Burton

Joyce Rotenberry

November 15, 2008

Bill has been in my prayers and on my church prayer list. He was always a perfect gentleman and a devoted family man. My condolences to the family.

Linda Ferguson

November 15, 2008

My Dear Marge,
I was saddened to learn of Bill's death. You have my deepest sympathy and love. I have so many wonderful memories of all the times that were shared from the time I was a teen ager.I know how difficult it is to see the one you love and with whom you have shared your life suffer with cancer. Bill is now at peace and in God's arms.
Love, Linda

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