Robert William Clayton

He was born in Austin, Texas on January 5th, 1937, to Joseph Roy Clayton Sr. and Ruby Pruitt Clayton. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Mary Louise Patterson, Marie Katherine Baldwin, Minnie B, Lindholm, Annie Bell Clayton, and brothers Charles Lee Clayton and Joseph Roy Clayton Jr. He is survived by his two daughters Stacy Lynn Clayton Cameron and Tanya Kay Clayton, son in law Bryan Scott Cameron, sisters Betty Joyce Johnson, Dortha May Grace and many nieces and nephews.

As a teenager Robert worked on many farms doing various jobs. In the late 1950s/early 1960s, Robert served in the United States Army as a Lineman laying down telephone wire in Germany. Robert also worked as a union carpenter for Carpenter’s Local 1266 during the 1970s and 1980s. Starting in the late 1980s until his retirement he drove a truck for Patterson Disposal which was owned by his nephew Troy Patterson.

Robert loved nature and the outdoors. His passion was working in his garden raising different kinds of fruits and vegetables. Often, he would give them away to people and loved it when they would make him dishes from them. He also enjoyed camping, fishing, driving his boat and water skiing. Robert enjoyed the companionship of many animals throughout his life, from dogs and cats to various farm animals. He loved to talk, tell stories and make people laugh. Robert found much pleasure in doing things for others. It wasn’t uncommon for Robert to be found helping family and friends with miscellaneous jobs around their houses and properties. Often, he was found mowing not only his own land but the properties of others just to be of assistance and keep busy. He also managed the affairs of his disabled sister Annie Bell for many years. Robert William Clayton was a kind, friendly and humorous person. A lovable jack of all trades, Robert will be greatly missed by his friends and family.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 9th, 2025, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home, 14501 North IH-35, Pflugerville, TX 78660. Graveside service to be announced.