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John Clayton Obituary

John Clayton, Jr. SUMMERVILLE - John Hampton Clayton Jr., 71, of Summerville, passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2023 at 11 o'clock at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1514 SC-61, Ridgeville, SC 29472. A visitation will be held the night before from 6 o'clock to 8 o'clock at Parks Funeral Home, 130 West 1st North Street, Summerville, SC 29483. Burial will follow at Cummings Chapel. Flowers are accepted. John was born on July 20, 1951 in Summerville, SC and is the son of the late John H. Clayton Sr., and Margaret H. Clayton. During his lifetime, he graduated from Summerville High School, and played for the Summerville High School Green Wave football team. He then went on to become a very successful car salesman. After retiring, John would then go on and open up Jedburg Liquors, where he made connections with so many people. He loved hunting, and being on the boat, and watching NASCAR races. Most importantly, John loved all his friends and family and will be missed dearly by so many people. John is survived by his sister, Peggy Clayton Trotter (Ronnie) of Ridgeville, SC; along with various aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is predeceased by his parents, John H. Clayton Sr., and Margaret H. Clayton. Arrangements by PARKS FUNERAL HOME, 130 W. 1st North Street, Summerville, SC 29483. www.parksfuneralhome.com Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 27 to Mar. 28, 2023.

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Dr. William Morris

March 29, 2023

With deepest sympathy

Ted Spinella

March 28, 2023

I was sorry to hear of Johnny's passing. I was one of his liquor salesmen for many years. He was the first account of the week for me, so I always told him that it was nice to start the week with such a kind customer. May he rest in peace!

Jeanette M. Lambj

March 28, 2023

I am sorry about Johnny.
May you find comfort and peace.
I knew him when he was a small young man.

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

Parks Funeral Home

130 West 1st North Street, Summerville, SC 29483

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11:00 a.m.

Trinity United Methodist Church

1514 Highway 61, Ridgeville, SC 29472

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12:00 p.m.

Cummings Chapel Cemetery

150 Cummings Chapel Road, Ridgeville, SC 29472

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