Mr. Jackie G. Clayton, age 73, passed from this life Wednesday July 28, 2021 at Life Care of Sparta from an extended illness. Jackie was born on April 10, 1948 to the late Clyde Thomas and Ruth Witt Clayton. Jackie served Van Buren County as County Executive and several terms as 1st District Commissioner. He was a truck driver for many years and attended the Church of God of Prophecy.
In addition to his parents Jackie was preceded in death by brother; David Clayton and sisters; Bobbie Berry, Mary Jo Wright and Ovalee Yates.
Jackie is survived by his loving wife; Janice Martin Clayton, daughter; Jackie Sue (Andrew) Hendrickson of Hartselle, AL, brother; Tommy (Glenda) Clayton of Cleveland, TN, and grandson; Cade Thomas Hendrickson. Many nieces, nephews and extended family also survive.
A memorial service will be held Saturday August 7, 2021 at 2:00pm in the Layne Chapel with Bro. Nathan Haynes officiating. Burial of the ashes, in Spencer Town Cemetery, will follow the service. Visitation with the family will be Saturday 10:00am till time of service at 2:00pm.
In lieu of flowers the family ask donations to be made, in Jackie’s memory, to Spencer Town Cemetery Trust.
Send condolences to the family at www.laynefuneralhome.com
Layne Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Spencer in charge of arrangements. (931) 946-4444
