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Clayton Eugene Townson, 37, of Fortson, Georgia passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus, Georgia.
Clayton Eugene Townson, known to most as Clay, was born August 27, 1981 in Columbus, Georgia to Royce Eugene Townson and Stella Elizabeth Townson. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Jacque and Albert Dean Phelps, and paternal grandfather, Billy Joe Townson, Sr. At the age of ten, he accepted the Lord into his heart and maintained his faith throughout his life. He was a lifelong member of Second Baptist Church in Columbus, Georgia. He was educated in the Muscogee County School System and later fulfilled his passion of building by being in the construction industry.
Survivors include his parents, Royce and Stella Townson of Fortson, Georgia and Southport, Florida; sister, Stacy (Reed) Strickland of Salem, Alabama; beloved nieces and nephews, Hailey and Colby Strickland; paternal grandmother, Jimmie Ruth Townson of Columbus, Georgia; dear friend, Caroline Peters and her children, Jeremiah, Clayton, and Reese; and numerous extended family and friends.
A memorial service will be held 1:00 pm on Friday, March 15, 2019 at Second Baptist Church in Columbus, Georgia with Rev. Mike Reeves officiating and Rev. Rick Blackerby assisting. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:00 pm until the service hour.
The Townson Family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 7500 Veterans Parkway, Suite A, Columbus, Georgia 31909, 705-577-0055. The family invites you to leave a condolence or share a fond memory of Mr. Townson below.
Alice Peters says
We love you, Clay. We miss you. You touched our lives, you loved our daughter and grandchildren and were so very good to them. Thank you for all you did.
Jonny Dicesaris says
I will always miss you my great friend!
Sharron Hirzel says
I never told you thank you for introducing Reed and Stacy. He hit the jackpot when he landed in the Townson family. He gained a brother that that he needed now you are gone. We love you Clay and will miss you at the kids birthday parties. Rest in peace and walk with the angels.
Shannon Summerlin says
You will forever be in our hearts love always my dear cousin.
Connie Newman Goodman says
Caroline is was easy to see you both loved each other. He was good to you an loved you. My thoughts an prayers are with you an the boys.
Andy Rolling says
I miss you brother. Today & every day. I’m so grateful that I was able to spend the time with you that I did. I won’t ever forget the memories brother. I love you dawg. 👊🏽
Debbie Smith (Jamie & Will’s mom) says
Lots of people lost someone special.
Prayers for all of you!
Jeremy Quattlebaum says
Will miss you my friend!
Todd Mixon says
Never want to hear this news about anyone you know!! Known and loves you and your family for years!! I pray for all you friends and family through this most difficult time!! Fly high my brother!! Love and Peace for all!!! God Bless!!
NANCY Carswell says
Thoughts and prayers for the entire family. I remember when you were born how much you looked like your mom and always have. You had the best parents and I know you are looking over them along with Stacy and her family. Your now in heaven with your grandparents so Rest In Peace and we will know your always watching over .
Emmie Mayhand says
Praying for you all in this time of sorrow. Our love and prayers. Rex and Emmie Mayhand.
Lou Johnston says
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Mellisa Lee-Williams says
My favorite memory of you…. you always wanted biscuits and gravy (from scratch) each time we were at the lake, knowing it would make you sick. But you loved it anyway. I enjoyed making it for you. Out juice box story and I’ll never forget that you were always very kind to me. We had so much fun. I’ve missed you, always asked how you were. Your smile is infectious. You were and never will be far from my thoughts. Rest easy my friend.
Andrea and Charles Huckaby says
We are so sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with you. We met Clay once,such a nice young man. Jeremiah always spoke highly of him.
Scott and Kay Chapman says
Our prayers are with you Royce and Stella and family…
We are praying for strength and comfort for you all.
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Jimmy , Kristi , and Ashton Boyd says
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bring you peace during this time.
Rick and Renee Barnett says
Very sorry to hear this Royce. You and Stella are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you brother!
Holly Sene says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Clays smile and laugh is such a joy and his personality is such a pleasure. The friendship is something to be treasured. I pray for Gods strength through this very difficult time.
Marty W. Nichols says
I didn’t Clayton personally, but his Mother & Father attend First Baptist of Southport, Florida. My heart goes out to these wonderful Christian people. Prayers for ya’ll. There’s probaly nothing worse than having to bury a child.
Ken W says
Wow… Still can’t believe it…
Enjoyed the short time we worked together at B&B Beverage. Prayers to the Family as well.
Sonja Kuhn says
My heart goes out to your entire family! I am so very sorry for your loss! Sending thoughts, prayers, and hugs!
DC says
My deepest condolences to the family, so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort strengthen and help the family during this time of sorrow. Isaiah 41:10,13
Lauren G says
Fly high CT! I’m sure you’re lightening up Heaven with that big smile (what would I look like with a small one-inside joke) Even though I feel God took you WAY TOO SOON you were loved by many people and I am grateful we got to have that conversation…..RIP Clay as you will always hold a special place in my heart