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Clayton Jay "Clay" Alley

Clayton Jay "Clay" Alley obituary, Powhatan, VA

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Clayton Alley Obituary

ALLEY, Clayton "Clay" Jay, 73, of Powhatan, passed away on February 26, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father, Cebert Franklin Alley; mother, Katherine Louise Monohan; and brother, James Richard Alley. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 37 years, Brenda R. Alley; stepson, Steve Elswick; sisters, Barbara Rost (Ron), Debby Edwards (Larry) and Cathy Gulledge; grandson, Stephen Elswick; granddaughter, Leah Glassford. Clay was an avid golfer, lover of all animals and a genuine family man who loved his nieces and nephews. Clayton was also a golfing mentor for his great nephew, Sam Sims. He took him under his wing and taught him all about the game of golf!

The family will receive friends at Bliley's – Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road, on Sunday, March 3, 2024 beginning at 3 p.m., where a memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to Bon Secours Hospice at givebsmh.org/Richmond or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Mar. 1, 2024.

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Kevin Leonard

September 12, 2024

Brenda, I just heard tonight of Clayton's passing. I was in France last February and March. I'm so sorry, Clay was a good friend. He will be in my prayers. He was one of the good guys and I'm proud to have been his friend....Stay strong. ...Kevin Leonard

Stacie Hylton

March 26, 2024

Brenda,
I just heard the news! I'm so very sorry to hear this! I have fond memories of you & Clayton at the Potomac annual Christmas dinners! My deepest sympathy to you & your family! xoxoxo

Susan W Whitlow

March 6, 2024

Just heard about Clayton's passing. My prayers & condolences to Brenda & the family.

Deb and Ed Icenhour

March 5, 2024

Deb and Ed Icenhour

March 5, 2024

Deb and Ed Icenhour

March 5, 2024

Brenda,
My heart aches for you during this sad time of loss. I am attempting to post a pic of a happy day for a group of us at the Breaks Interstate Park in Buchanan County, Va. prior to our 50th high school reunion. He was a great participant for our zip line adventure!!! I am certain you have many beautiful memories to cherish of yourself and Clayton.
Continued prayers for comfort and healing. Please stay in touch and come see me.

Brenda Anderson

March 3, 2024

Sorry to hear of your husband's passing.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Meg

March 3, 2024

Clayton was a great guy!! He never put you down; only built you up.
He always had a grin on his face & it was infectious.
He TRIED to help my golf game!

Will miss him

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3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Bliley's - Chippenham

6900 Hull Street Road, Richmond, VA 23224

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3

Memorial service

4:00 p.m.

Bliley's - Chippenham

6900 Hull Street Road, Richmond, VA 23224

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