Mary was born on December 21, 1921 to parents IThamer and Pearl DeBaun in Shelby County, Indiana. She was one of five children. She married Russell Lowell Clayton on January 16, 1941 in Shelbyville, Indiana. Mary worked in Real Estate in Michigan for a short period of time and she retired from the County of Orange in 1976 after working as an account clerk for the School Claims Department and the Road Department. Mary enjoyed spending time with family and friends, quilting and crocheting. She had treasured collections of teddy bears and cardinals.
Mary is survived by her beloved husband, Russell, of more than 70 years, her son Stephen (Evelyn), seven grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren and her sisters Marie and Ada. She is preceded in death by her sons, Dennis and Bruce, and her brothers, Martin and Cecil.
Mary was warm, kind and compassionate. She will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to V.N.A.I.C (Visiting Nurse Association of the Inland Counties).
