Fred Clay Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Fred Clay a longtime resident of Henryetta passed this life on January 26, 2020 in Henryetta at the age of 95. Born October 15, 1924 in Ozark, Arkansas to Oscar and Edith (Shaver) Clay. Fred is a WWII veteran serving in the Army with the 40th Infantry Division having served in the Pacific theater of operations. ‘ He married Ilene Robinson on November 16, 1946 in Okemah, Ok and made Henryetta their home celebrating 73 years of marriage. Fred retired as Vice President of the American Exchange Bank and continued to work as a rancher. He served as a Deacon, Sunday School Teacher and Past Treasurer for 33 years at the Henryetta First Baptist Church and a Deacon at the Immanuel Baptist Church. He also served as past president of the Okmulgee Cattleman’s Association and Henryetta Rotary Club and a member of the Gideon’s. Fred and Ilene owned and operated Clay's Shoe Gallery. He is preceded in death by his parents. Daughter, Shirley June Clay Siblings; Clyde Clay, Louis Clay, Freda Evans, Glenn Clay, Roger Clay, Norma Chesser, Curtis Clay, Farrel Clay and Buster Clay. He is survived by his wife Ilene of the home Daughters; Gail Clay and Paula Harjo and husband Bubba of Henryetta Grandchildren: Brian Harjo of Sand Springs, Jason Harjo of Broken Arrow, Warren Harjo of Texarkana and Candace Hovarter. Grandchildren: Trent, Austin, Ashley, Matthew, Logan, AVA, Abbey, Aley Grace and Riley Sister: Joyce Earnest of Midland,TX Family will be receiving guest at the Funeral home on Wednesday evening from 6:00-8:00 Funeral service is scheduled for 2:00 pm, Thursday, January 30, 2020 at the Immanuel Baptist Church with Rev. Lawrence Matlock officiating. Interment will follow at the Westlawn Cemetery with military honors provided by the US Army. Services are under the direction of the Rogers Funeral Home. Special thank you to the Veteran Affairs, Good Shepherd Hospice and Encompass Home Health for care they provided.

Fred Clay

October 15, 1924 - January 26, 2020