Donald Clay Washington

Donald Clay Washington, age 61, closed his eyes and opened them at the foot of Jesus, Monday, April 30, 2012 at his residence. He was a member of West Heights Baptist Church and a Mason. He was a 1969 graduate of Pontotoc High School and graduated from the University of MS with a Bachelor of Public Administration Degree, and a 1973 graduate of the Memphis Police Training Academy. He was an undercover agent with the MS Bureau of Narcotics for several years, he returned to Pontotoc as chief deputy at the Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Department. He worked with the Tupelo Police Department where he obtained the rank of Captain and Patrol Shift Commander before his retirement. He was currently serving as a Deputy with the Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Department. He enjoyed spending time with his dog, "Bo Diddly".

Services will be at 2 PM Friday, May 4, 2012 at Browning Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. David Hamilton officiating; burial will be in the West Heights Cemetery. Browning Funeral Home of Pontotoc is in charge of the arrangements.

Survivors include his children: Anna Maegan Washington of Los Angeles, CA; Daniel Ray Washington, David Clay Washington and Brandi Washington Crane (Justin) all of Pontotoc, MS; a step-daughter: Lori Dover of Memphis, TN; his special friend: Glenda Sanford of Pontotoc; four grandchildren: Presley Laine Washington, Sicilia Dawne’ Washington, David Brody Washington and Anna Marie Crane.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Frank Elco Washington and Agnes Mae Burt Washington; a sister: Frankie Mae Washington and a brother: Harley Washington.

Pallbearers will be: Leo Mask, Randy Roberts, Larry Poole, Jimmy Farris, Jody Stringer and Barry Carnes.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 PM Thursday and from 12 to 2 PM Friday at the funeral home.

Condolences may be offered at www.browningpontotoc.com