Clayton Townsend
Age 92, passed away October 23, 2020. He was born September 7, 1928, to Virgil and Lowine Townsend. Clayton was active in the Michigan National Guard for 35 years, achieving the rank of Master Sergeant. He worked for over 40 years at GM, retiring as a supervisor. He was a member of the Bath Lions Club and rode with the Tri-County Bicycle Association for over 30 years. One of his proudest achievements was bicycling across the country, starting in Portland, Oregon and ending in Bay Harbor, Maine.
Surviving are: his wife of 68 years, Beverly; daughters, Sue (Merle) Hemmila and Debra (Larry) Feguer; sons, Pat (Peggy) Townsend and Tim (Melinda) Townsend; 9 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; brother, David (Jennell) Townsend; sister, Mary Ann (George) Price; sister-in-law, Sue Townsend. He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as brothers, Bill Townsend and Edward Townsend.
At Clayton’s request, there will be no public service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
13 Messages to “Clayton Townsend”
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Steve & Pam
October 26, 2020 at 2:57 pmWe will miss you Uncle Clayt or as I (Pam) lovingly referred to you as “Boss” having been my supervisor for a while at the plant. May you now Rest In Peace and may your family find comfort in all of the wonderful memories they were blessed to share with you.
Jill Stuparek
October 26, 2020 at 3:08 pmUncle Clayton was always ready to lend a helping hand. He helped me pick out my bike, and always had a hug to give
Tony & Cindy Ramirez
October 26, 2020 at 3:54 pmUncle Clayt will live forever in our hearts, because while he lived he always made us feel Like we were important to him. He never backed away when I reached out to rub his head. When visiting my dad (his brother and partner in crime) he always asked about Tony and invited us to come over On several occasions he and Aunt Bev stopped in and spent the night at our home in Georgia while traveling to and from Florida. When my mom passed he ended his trip out west and came straight home to be with my dad. He and Aunt Bev really surprised us when, at the age of 91 and 87 they traveled 800 miles (chauffeured by Pat) to Attend our youngest daughters wedding Townsend breakfast at Flap Jacks and Taco Tuesday’s at the draft house will not be the same without Uncle Clayt Loved and missed.
Dawn (Alward) and Jack Brown
October 26, 2020 at 4:47 pmWhat a wonderful tribute, what a wonderful legacy. Holding all the the Townsend family in our thoughts and sending our love during this time of loss.
Patty Miles Roost
October 26, 2020 at 7:04 pmDad (Clayt) you will forever be the other dad in my life. You were always there for me and our family through the good times and the bad. I wouldn’t trade one day that you have been in my life, for anything! I can only hope that you and my dad are sitting back in your easy chairs in Heaven and having some great laughs (like you always used to, talking about Boobs) and having a Red, White and Blue beer! Rest in Heaven and save me a seat. Until we meet again….I will always LOVE you! Townsend families, cherish all of the wonderful memories we have of Dad (Clayt)!
Tim
October 27, 2020 at 11:46 amHow the time they were eatting hot pepper. They went through a hole jar and probably a case or two of Red White and Blue.
Patty Roost
October 27, 2020 at 9:44 pmYou have to admit Tim, we had the best dads ever!
Norman Eastman
October 26, 2020 at 8:11 pmBeverly I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Clay. We became very good friends through our biking interest. I always enjoyed meeting you both at the DALMAC ride signing when you both were there giving out the flags. We always had time to get in some laughs and a few jokes.
Kevin Smith and Tammy
October 26, 2020 at 8:21 pmTammy and I will miss you very much love your nephew Kevin
Cedric and Emily Smart (Cheryl Townsend's daughter)
October 26, 2020 at 8:26 pmSending you all love and prayers. Whenever we came up to Michigan, it was always so nice to see Uncle Clayt at Taco Tuesday. My daughter loved handing out stickers or entertaining the table with coloring or something else. His smiling face will be missed around that table.
Dick & Gloria Carnicom
October 26, 2020 at 8:44 pmRest In Peace our dear friend. We will miss you so much. Prayers to the entire family on your loss. There will never be another person like him… an outspoken, coffee-loving, thoughtful man who was loved by many.
Gloria Gruhn
October 27, 2020 at 6:06 pmThoughtful and kind . A ton of fun. Thankful for such wonderful memories. Will miss Clayton very much.
Roger Elliott
November 25, 2020 at 9:11 amClayton, “is” a most dear friend and mentor! My First Sgt in the Michigan National Guard 119th field Artillery, My Key West , provocateur! A DALMAC rider and volunteer. Chicken foot and card shark!
I just learned of Bev passing also! She was a force! A sweet , firm force to be sure! She had MASTER SGT Clayton’s number! What a PAIR ! I smile at the memory’s… thanks GUYS!