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Grimes Funeral Chapels
728 Jefferson St.
Kerrville, TX
78028
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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Notre Dame Catholic Church
909 Main St.
Kerrville, TX
78028
Friday, November 25, 2022
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of Kerrville, TX
November 12, 1962 - November 10, 2022
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Clay was born in Dallas on November 12, 1962, to Carolynn and Eugene Clayton, Jr. He attended Hillcrest High School before going to the University of Texas at Austin to study chemical engineering. He attended medical school at UT Southwestern, then completed his anesthesiology residency at Parkland before moving to Kerrville in 1995. He married the love of his life, Monica, on January 8, 2000.
Clay is fondly remembered for his rapid-fire speaking style, his tender heart beneath a gruff exterior, his love for his family, his intellectual curiosity, his kind and direct manner with patients, his faith in Jesus, his regular study of the Bible, his goofy antics, and his charismatic energy that cheered and enlivened all who were with him. He exhorted his children to give their best effort to every endeavor. He was a do-it-yourself fanatic, often lamenting the back problems that resulted from the early years of ambitious projects. He could converse about medicine, history, economics, religion, and conspiracy theories, and he was genuinely humble about his vast store of general knowledge. He loved to walk and was the researcher and planner for yearly pilgrimages and treks overseas with family and friends.
He was predeceased by his father Eugene. He is survived by his wife Monica, children Alix, Caleb, Joshua, Jordan, and Emma Kate, also by his mother Carolynn, sister Christi Korzekwa (Don), sister Chase Bain (James), and brother Casey Clayton.
Visitation will be Wednesday, November 16th from 5 to 7 p.m. at Grimes Funeral Chapels in Kerrville.
Memorial service and mass will be at Notre Dame Catholic Church on Friday, November 25th at 10 a.m.
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47 Condolence(s)
Todd Lovelady
Ingram, TX
Sunday, November 27, 2022
I truly have no words to describe how much I will miss you Dr Clayton. You were an awesome Dr, friend, and colleague. I will miss our intellectual and spiritual conversations which always impacted my life in so many ways and always when I needed it most. My heart hurts for you Monica, and your family. Please know that you will always be in my prayers. Your husband touched and changed many lives and he was a warrior for The Kingdom. Until we meet again my friend… Todd Lovelady
Amber Thomason
Kerrville, TX
Monday, November 21, 2022
Such a shocking reminder to love and live everyday. Dr. Clayton was an amazing mentor and friend for so many years and I cherish the time we spent working together in the OR. His corky personality and quick wit always made the day better and he always had some words of wisdom for me. Few people cared for others the way he did and he will be sorely missed. My prayers go out to Monica and the kids.
Gina sheriff Marshall
Kerrville, TX
Sunday, November 20, 2022
I am so sorry to hear this! he was an awesome doctor and he helped me out so much!! my prayers are with his family and friends in this time of need
Bonnie & Skip McKenzie
Kerrville, TX
Sunday, November 20, 2022
Farewell to our friend & colleague, who we will miss terribly. We know you are in eternal peace with the Devine Creator of all things good. Your unexpected & sudden passing has served as a reminder to all who knew you, that we should love each other while it is still possible. May your family know that we have no better way to honor you than to be there for them in this & future times of need.
Denny Doyle
Kerrville, TX
Saturday, November 19, 2022
I’ll never forget him!! I loved going to see him for my shots. So much fun to talk to and had some meaningful conversations. He was like no Doctor I have ever been to. He had great wit! His staff was wonderful also. I can never forget how he would tell me every step he was was going through to deliver a shot in my neck and back. His word was ouchy when the needle went in. Always concerned and caring and without a question I always had faith in her s precise abilities. There is no replacement for him and I did get to speak to him on his faith. My words to him. Well done ! God will finish the rest. He will be missed!!! 🙏
Janet Chene
Kerrville, TX
Friday, November 18, 2022
Wishing Monica and the rest of his family comfort in that they know where he is now, in God's hands, even though he's missed so much. here. He was a fine physician and person.
Cathy A. Hurley
Kerrville, TX
Friday, November 18, 2022
Dr. Clayton was a delightful person and a wonderful physician. I always enjoyed seeing him. This is a huge loss for our community. My thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Clayton’s family.
Lori & Edward Moore
Kerrville, TX
Friday, November 18, 2022
Thank you Lord for giving each of us the time and opportunity to know and/or be a patient of his. Ed & I have been both and will greatly miss him and that humor, intellect, spiritual calling, and that wonderful smile.
Janet Fuller
Kerrville, TX
Friday, November 18, 2022
Dr. Clayton took care of my husband before he died a year ago and he did my IV medication when I had surgery. We were both so comfortable with him and trusted him with our care. He had such a great bedside manner and is a great loss to our community. Prayers for his family and comfort knowing he is in a beautiful place.
Silvia Beene
Kerrville, TX
Friday, November 18, 2022
Dr. Clayton was a fine Christian man , dedicated to his family and patients. My sympathy and love goes out to his family. He and Monica had a beautiful love story. He was not only my doctor but I was a teacher at Hillcrest H.S. When he was there. He adored his wife and family… it was an honor to know him. Hod bless you …
Rebecca Cox
Ingram, TX
Thursday, November 17, 2022
Sending Love and Prayers to Family & Friends.
Dr Clayton was by far my favorite Doctor. I will miss
Him a lot. Dr Clayton you did get to go ahead of us but
we will see you when we get there.
Rebecca Cox
Diann Black
Kerrville, TX
Thursday, November 17, 2022
Dr Clayton will be truly missed by this community. I saw him over the last 5 years for my pain . His diagnosis was right on. After surgery I have not seen him since mid year.
His whit and humor will be missed by all.
My condolence to his family.
Phyllis I Dufur
Rocksprings, TX
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Dr Clayton was an outstanding physician and always
had time to answer any and all questions his patients
might have
He was an endearing man and tried to make his
patients as comfortable and pain free as he could
I know he is with our Lord and all the heavenly host
singing songs of praise
It was an honor and a blessing to have him as one of
my doctors
May God Bless the family and give them peace
Ms Phyllis
Patsy with Dr. Joel Jenne
San Antonio, TX
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Dana and staff sorry to hear of your loss of a great man that was put on this earth, he will be forever in our mind, heart and thoughts. May his family and staff find the comfort in knowing how many stories and patients he has helped while on this earth. Peace be with you all.
Jim and Karen Massey
Kerrville, TX
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Dr. Clayton was a special doctor. He always knew exactly where to place the shot or shots in our backs to ease the nerve pain. He will be truly missed. May our condolences and prayers be with the family at this time and in the following days.
Sincerely,
Jim and Karen Massey
Cynthia Ward
Dallas, TX
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
We at UT Southwestern Medical Center are sharing in your sadness as we remember Dr. Clayton. We are wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Those we have held in our lives with fondness, we hold in our hearts forever.
Please let me know if there is anything I can do to support you during this difficult time.
Christine Sellers
Harper, TX
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
This is a tremendous loss for his family, friends and the medical community. He was a wonderful doctor and helped so many. My deepest condolences, Monica. He was one of the good ones.
Christine from Dr. Mitchell’s office.
Chris (H) Yeaget
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
I'm heartbroken hearing this, although,
not a patient of his, but yet a friend flor
years. I'll always remember the times
We shared, although few, they were special
and I will miss him,as many of us will.
Great human with a good heart and a
Unique personality. My heart and prayers
go out to all of his family and friends.
See you on the other side Clay.
You made a huge and good impact on
other's people's lives. Thank You Clay,
You are loved
Chris Yeager
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Clay was not a patient of mine but
he was a friend of mine and I have the
fondest memories of my interaction
with him and his kindness, personality,
and his willingness to help others. I'll
forever be grateful for our times together
He had a special sense of quick humor
that I'll forever remember. Great Human
with a great heart. I know he will be missed
by not only his patients, but by the people
who had the privilege of knowing him
but also as he was to many in the community
My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire
family, but especially to his Wife and Children
My heart goes out to you, his entire Family
Anna Spears
Bay City, TX
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Monica, the girls and I were sorry to hear of Clay’s passing. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Scott Davis
Plano, TX
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
The world lost a special person last week. Clay was my close friend through medical school and my roommate in residency. Anyone who knows Clay can imagine what kind of shenanigans occurred during those times. We’ve fallen out of touch as people do, but it was always nice knowing he out there giving someone well deserved grief. I’ve never known anyone quite like Clay and doubt that I ever will again. Godspeed my friend and don’t be too hard on them up there.
Scott
Cristina Krobot
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
The death of this amazing human being is so difficult to process. Dr. Clayton was a one of a kind. The obituary is a perfect description of his character, and he was not only a character, but a Godly man who truly wanted the best for his patients. His absence will be a real void to our community. May he RIP.
Robin Amerine
Argyle, TX
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
I was privileged to work with Dr. Clayton at Peterson, but he was also my physician, he using humor and discussion of heavy metal bands to ease my nerves during epidural for back pain. I'm so saddened to learn of his passing. May angels of comfort surround his family, and may he rest in peace.
Sharon and Fred Cannon
Ingrani, TX
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Jana Cain
Center Point, TX
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Prayers for your family, the obituary makes me smile and great description of you. You are in good company up above, ❤️ Jana
Joy Smith
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
I have know this wonderful man since he arrived in Kerrville. I was a nurse in the intensive care unit at the hospital. My fondest memory of him is when he first started at the hospital. I was going through cancer treatment and had lost much of my hair. I wore a bandana over my very short hair. One day he came through the unit and commented on the bandana. The next day he came through wearing a bandana. He was my pain doctor, but I thought of him as a friend. He will be missed
Genevieve Loveless
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Thank you for your care in times of need. Love and prayers to family and friends!
Marlena Lau
KERRVILLE, TX
Monday, November 14, 2022
I was blessed to get to work with Dr Clayton back in the old Sid Peterson days. He was a wonderful doctor. He will be truly missed. My prayers are with his family and friends.
Stephanie Oris
Fredericksburg, TX
Monday, November 14, 2022
Dr. Clayton,
So many memories come to mind. You were the most genuine and humble physician who cared so deeply for your patients and staff. I’m so blessed to have been able to work with you. You saved me and brought me to KSC. You were my mentor, friend, and a father figure to me. I’m greatful for the time I had to work with you. Rest with Jesus, I can only imagine the conversations you’re having in Heaven!
Monica and family, my prayers are with you!
Eternal rest grant unto him, oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. Amen.
Becky
Kerrville, TX
Monday, November 14, 2022
Dr Clayton I will Miss You Dearly.. We go way back to the old hosp. days…You always took good care of Me and My Family.. Prayers For Your Family.
ANN MOSS
Kerrville, TX
Monday, November 14, 2022
We will sure miss Dr Clayton--he took such wonderful care of my mom and her terrible back for the past 20+ years. I will miss his funny humor when he was in my office while we inspected or worked on his cars---I will always remember "the van" that revved up when he would start it--he always said it was the "dump or haul van"--he would tell us it scared him so he would make the kids stay back when he would start it---he loved his family so much--I know you must have many wonderful memories with him Hugs to everyone! ANN MOSS
Amy Mills
Medina, TX
Monday, November 14, 2022
Monica
You and your family are in my prayers
Amy from Dr Borchers
Denise LeMeilleur
Fredericksburg, TX
Monday, November 14, 2022
Wow! I am in shock...I just saw Doc 3 weeks ago when I had my cataract surgery. Great man and a great physician. In the summer of 2018 he took one look at my husband's MRI and knew he had a stroke marker or a lesion on his brain. He treated my husband for the pain in his neck but knew without a shadow of a doubt there was something else going on. Part of the story of David's journey included Clay and how much he cared about making sure David was taken care of. He always said I need to bring my car buy the shop. Monica my prayers are for you and your family, gone too soon. May you find comfort surrounded by your friends and family and may you find peace in the arms of God. Remember to "Be Still" and know that he is God and he is there for you. May you feel his grace and mercy in the days to come. My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Denise LeMeilleur
Terry Fontaine
Kerrville, TX
Monday, November 14, 2022
Dr. Clayton will be so missed. He was my favorite doctor.
He would answer any question you had. He would get
Right to putting my shots in my knees. Never a bit of
Pain. I actually looked forward to seeing him and knowing
My pain would be gone. So sorry for your loss!
Glenda Davis
Kerrville, TX
Monday, November 14, 2022
Dr, Clayton was my pain doctor, and I thought so much of him. He was always so upbeat and made me feel at ease when I was there. I was blessed to have him as my doctor. Praying for his family and staff during this time of sorrow.
Lewis taylor
Kerrville, TX
Monday, November 14, 2022
What a nice person and a good doctor, he will be missed by many, our prayers go out for the family.
Lois L Shaw
Kerrville, TX
Monday, November 14, 2022
To the Family,
My sincere condolences to each of you. Dr. Clayton was my Doctor and Friend.
I will miss him, and I will always remember his jokes and smiles.
Blessed, are the dead who die in the Lord from now on." "Yes," says the Spirit, "they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them. Revelation 14:13
Roy and Karen Heideman
Utopia, TX
Monday, November 14, 2022
Our sincere condolences to Dr. Clayton's family and colleagues. He was a caring and professional physician that helped greatly with my pain issues for the last several years.
Deborah Shaw
Kerrville, TX
Sunday, November 13, 2022
Dr. CLAYTON,
Oh how I will miss you. Not only were you my Doctor, you were my friend!!! You saved my life by sending me for Sonograms. The blood clots were in my leg and Both Lungs.
To the Family, please know that Dr Clayton was an Awesome doctor. He will truly be missed. May our Lord surround you with His love, His strength and His Compassion to carry you through this sorrowful time. Please know that you have my sympathy and I will be praying for you. 🙏 ❤
Cal Wilkerson
Kerrville, TX
Sunday, November 13, 2022
He was blessed.
Dee Delesandri
Kerrville, TX
Sunday, November 13, 2022
It was a joy and special privilege working with Dr. Clayton. I will miss his witty humor. The community has lost a valuable member of its family. May you rest in peace and let perpetual light shine upon you.
The Crunk Family, Kelly, Becky, Ryan and Jordan
Kerrville,
Sunday, November 13, 2022
So sorry for your tragic loss.my family and I got to know Clay when we all lived together in a drafty old house 28 years ago.Over the years Clay took excellent medical care of my family. He will be tremendously missed!
Teresa Booth
Ingram, TX
Saturday, November 12, 2022
Monica my heart breaks for you. You and I had both been through a loss when our girls Alex and Annie were small. I’m so sad for you and your beautiful kids to be going through this heartbreak. My love to you. Teresa (Yates) Booth
Evelyn Hickey
Kerrville, TX
Saturday, November 12, 2022
What a great loss for the Medical community of Kerrville. Prayers forthe family and loved ones.
Sharon keith
Kerrville, TX
Saturday, November 12, 2022
Prayers to the family. Great physician. He helped out me an my husband always so caring an kind to us
Dr. Paul Valenza
Kerrville, TX
Saturday, November 12, 2022
Deepest condolences and sympathy from Dr. Valenza, family and staff.
Sheila M Espinoza
Kerrville, TX
Friday, November 11, 2022
My condolences to the family. Dr. Clayton was an awesome Dr, person, family man!! He will be missed by many!! RIP Dr. Clayton
Sheila Espinoza
Ex-coworker, patient, and friend
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