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John Clayton Obituary

John Clayton, Sr. Ridgeville, SC - John H Clayton, Sr., 94, of Ridgeville, SC, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2021. The relatives and friends of John Clayton are invited to attend his Funeral Service at 3:00 PM, Sunday, January 31, 2021 at the graveside, Cummings Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM until 2:45PM at Trinity United Methodist Church. Flowers will be accepted. Due to COVID-19, everyone in attendance is required to wear a mask and practice social distancing. John was born October 25, 1926 in Givhans, SC, a son of the late Adam H. Clayton and Julia Parler Clayton. He was a retired game warden for the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR). John enjoyed hunting, fishing and farming. John leaves behind his son, John H. Clayton Jr. daughter, Peggy C. Trotter (Ronnie), all of Ridgeville, SC sister, Betty Freeman, of Brooklet, GA. He is predeceased by his wife, Margaret Clayton, two brothers and five sisters. Arrangements by PARKS FUNERAL HOME, 130 West 1st North Street, Summerville, SC 29483. Condolences to the family may be made by visiting www.parksfuneralhome.com Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30, 2021.

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Gerry Hutchison

January 31, 2021

I am saddened to have learned of the passing of Captain John (Johnny Boy) Clayton, SCDNR, retired. We worked together for many years. My sympathy to his family.

Pat Clark

January 31, 2021

Roger and I were so very sorry to hear about John´s passing. Please know you are in our prayers.

Kathy (Clayton) Reece

January 30, 2021

Peggy-I am so saddened to hear of Uncle Johnny Boy's passing. I wish I could have been there for you but unfortunately in these times it is not possible. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the rest of the family. Love, Kathy and family.

Dr.William Morris

January 30, 2021

With deepest sympathy

Beth/Beltone

January 29, 2021

i am just so sorry to hear this news! You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We pray for Gods comfort.
Love, your Beltone family.

HERBERT& MARY PRINE

January 29, 2021

SO SORRY WILL MISS MR. JOHN
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2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Trinity United Methodist Church

1514 Highway 61, Ridgeville, SC 29472

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3:00 p.m.

Cummings Chapel Cemetery

150 Cummings Chapel Road, Ridgeville, SC 29472

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