John Douglas Clayton Obituary
We bid farewell to John Douglas Clayton (Chester, South Carolina), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 6, 2025 at the age of 82. John touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John E. Clayton and Annie Pearl Ravan Clayton; his daughter Brandy May Clayton Gardener; and his sister Faye Clayton Holley. He is survived by: his wife Alison Kimber Clayton; his children, Kim Clayton Orr (Russell) of Chester and Kevin Clayton (Karen) of Greenville, SC; his grandchildren, Colt, Paitan, Grayson, Brandon and Lukas; and his siblings, Carolyn Branham (Tracy) of Blackstock, SC and Joe Clayton (Charlotte) of Raleigh, NC. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, December 10th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Armenia Methodist Church Cemetery (2840 Armenia Rd, Chester, SC 29706).
Memorials may be made to Armenia Methodist Church, 2840 Armenia Rd., Chester, SC 29706 or Sandy River Masonic Lodge 207 C/O RWB TJ Martin 1628 TJS RUN Chester, SC 29706-7090.
