Born in Kermit, WV on May 12, 1942, he was a son of the late Clancy and Eva Parsley Clay.
Jerry was a loving husband, caring father, and a successful and dedicated professional at Gaston College.
Survivors include his wife, Delia Cayaon Clay; 2 sons, Kevin Clay and Brent Clay; and 2 siblings, Patricia Clay Crandall and Keith Clay.
Friends may visit Friday evening, March 26, 2021 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at McEwen Derita Chapel, 6300 Mallard Creek Road, Charlotte, NC 28262 and one hour prior to the funeral mass on Saturday at the church (see below for address).
A funeral mass is planned for 11:30 AM Saturday, March 27, 2021 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1400 Suther Road, Charlotte, NC 28213.
Following the funeral mass, a light reception for family and friends will begin at 1:00 PM at McEwen Derita Chapel.