Wm. David Clayton

1936 - 2017

Wm. David Clayton obituary, 1936-2017, Wilmington, NC

BORN

1936

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Coble Funeral & Cremation Service at Greenlawn Memorial Park

1155 Shipyard Blvd

Wilmington, North Carolina

Wm. Clayton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 10, 2017.

David Clayton, 81, passed away suddenly Friday December 8, 2017 after a courageous battle with vascular dementia. He was born in Roxboro, NC on April 13, 1936 to William Wright Clayton and Mabel Hatcher Clayton.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Kay Ann Clayton who passed away July 26, 2016, also his brothers Jerry Clayton and Joe Clayton.
He is survived by his two children; Teresa Crittenton of Mebane, NC, David Lee Clayton of Spencer, NC, four stepchildren; Cindy Poteat of Wilmington who was his main caregiver, Terry Barnhill of Burgaw, NC, Tracy Mozingo of Green Bay, WI, Mike Alwand of Los Angeles, CA, grandchildren; Tony Crittenton of Prospect Hill, NC, Chad Crittenton of Mebane, NC, Michele Klawitter of Sebring, FL, Precious Poteat of Cana, VA, Boston Benton of Wilmington, Eight great grandchildren, sister Ann Marshall of Durham, NC, brother Charles Clayton of Hillsborough, NC, and numerous nieces, nephews, family, friends, and his beloved dog Buddy.
David was a man of great faith and strength. He loved to play his guitar and sing about his faith through gospel music.
The family will receive family and friends from 6pm to 8pm on Monday December 11, 2017 at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home located on Oleander Dr. A celebration of his life will be held 2pm on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd. Wilmington, NC 28403. Immediately following the service the family will gather at Oleander Memorial Gardens for a short graveside service.
The family would like to thank the staff of Elderhaus Pace for the love, support, and care they gave not only to David, but to his family during his sickness and through this difficult time.
Condolences may be left online for the family at www.coblewardsmithwilmington.com

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December 13, 2017

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David M

David was a man that freely shared what was freely given to him. He will be missed by many. I will never forget him sharing the following scripture from the podium.
'1 John 4:20 -Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. For whoever does not love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen."

December 13, 2017

Bob

What a wonderful person who helped so many people. His words were always inspirational! He is at peace now and watching from Above.

December 10, 2017

Paul

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

December 10, 2017

Cindy Poteat

Pop..although my heart is broken, I rejoice in the fact knowing you are whole again physically and mentally. I know you have been reunited with mom and I know you are playing your guitar and singing with the Angels praising the birth of Jesus. I love you and miss you so much.

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Dec

11

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Coble Funeral & Cremation Service at Greenlawn Memorial Park

1155 Shipyard Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28412

Dec

12

Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m.

Pine Valley United Methodist Church

3788 Shipyard Blvd., Wilmington, NC

Dec

12

Graveside service

Oleander Memorial Gardens

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Coble Funeral & Cremation Service at Greenlawn Memorial Park

1155 Shipyard Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28412

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