Gene Melvin Clayton Obituary
The passing of Gene Melvin Clayton of Malden, Missouri, born in New Madrid, Missouri leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 28, 2024 at the age of 88. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As Gene Melvin departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Gene Melvin. Though Gene Melvin may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his wife Shelby Jean Clayton; and his parents, Joseph Walter and Lillian Gladys Clayton. He is survived by: his sister Patricia Fleurdelys of Cape Girardeau, MO; his sons, William Edward Clayton (Debbie) of Midwest City, OK and Walter Dale Clayton (Tracy) of Union City, OK; his grandson Jonathan; and his stepgrandsons, Matt and Levi. He is also survived by other relative and friends.