Born February 28, 1934 in London, Ontario, Clayton died on Thursday, May 2, 2019. He will be missed by his life partner, Donald Middleton (since 1956) and special friend, Filomeno Jose. He is survived by his brother Jack, sister Dianne and her husband David Schuler of London, Ontario; nephew Todd and nieces Tricia and Terri. Their memories of Clayton are from growing up at the cottage in Muskoka. Eldest son of the late Thomas and Ruby (Smith) Wilson of London, Ontario. Retired from Robert Simpson Co. and Henry Birks & Son at the age of 70.
A Celebration of Life will be held in Trinity St. Paul United Church, 427 Bloor Street West, Toronto at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 13th. Friends will be received before the service and at the reception after the service in the church hall.
Visitation will take place at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Monday, May 13th from 7:00 – 9:00 PM where the celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, May 14th at 11:00 AM. A reception for family and friends will follow.
Interment will be in Birr United Cemetery in the Middleton family plot, following the reception.
Clayton was a generous supporter of charity and, particularly, his church; and he enjoyed his volunteer work a Meals-on-Wheels. Memorial gifts may be made to Trinity St. Paul’s United Church or to a charity of your choice.
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Dwayne Francis
Dear Don, So sad to hear the passing of Clayton, I remember him
for his witty humor and wonderful smile , he was a dear soul ,
with a warm heart , I was a tenant at the residence of 14 McKenzie Avenue, for 4 years ( September 1984 – January 1989 )
And in that time I was always admiring the close relationship of
Don and Clayton, it was inspiring and empowering . I am so regretful of not maintaining our frendship , through out the
years , My sincere condolences to you Don , and may god bless
You both , Would also like to thank you Don for your kind friendship
Of years ago , my memories of you and Clayton are fondly remembered . Take care Don and god bless..
Dwayne Francis p.s. I miss you dearly
Dwayne Francis
Dear Don, So sad to hear the passing of Clayton, I remember him
for his witty humor and wonderful smile , he was a dear soul ,
with a warm heart , I was a tenant at the residence of 14 McKenzie Avenue, for 4 years ( September 1984 – January 1989 )
And in that time I was always admiring the close relationship of
Don and Clayton, it was inspiring and empowering . I am so regretful of not maintaining our frendship , through out the
years , My sincere condolences to you Don , and may god bless
You both , Would also like to thank you Don for your kind friendship
Of years ago , my memories of you and Clayton are fondly remembered . Take care Don and god bless..
Dwayne Francis
Ramdeo Persaud
Dear Don, just discovered the sad news. Our deep loss of Clayton. Sincere condolences. I am back in Edmonton. I tried getting in touch several times but I believe someone else have your telephone #.Would deeply appreciate hearing from you, my dear friend. 780 298 5383. Let me know if you have relocated.Peace amidst the storm.
Tom Hutchinson
Clayton’s dry sense of humour and that twinkle in his eye will be missed. He was quiet, but he picked up on everything and put his own unique perspective on it.
Tom and Bill
Valerie & Joe Lemieux
Dear Don,
Clayton was such a lovely man. So sorry to hear of his passing, but how wonderful that the two of you had so many years together.
Dorothy Newell
Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dorothy and Allan Newell
Keith and Liz Selves
Dear Don, we are so sorry to hear of Claytons passing. It has been so many years since I used to see the two of you when we did our weekly shopping at your parents store. Although I have thought of you often during that time. Our sincere sympathy to you and Claytons family.
Keith and Liz Selves
Dear Don, I am so sorry to hear of Claytons passing. It has been so many years since I used to see the two of you when we did our weekly shopping at your parents store. I have thought of you often during that time. Our sincere sympathy to you and all his family. Liz (Riddell ) Selves and Keith.
Carol Knell
Dear Don and family
We are sorry to hear of Clayton’s passing. He was truly one of the best. My Mom, Myra Geddes worked with him for years and loved him and always spoke so well of both of you. She passed a couple of years ago and Clayton sent me some pictures from the days at Simpson’s..she always looked forward to your Christmas card/letter and saved them all..I know he will be missed by many. Keep all of your memories close to your hearts ad he will always be with you..Thinking of you..God Bless
Sharon Niergarth
Thoughts and prayers for the Wilson family and Don
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Sharon(née Ross)and Roger Niergarth
Rob Garrett
Dear Don and Family,
So sorry to learn the news of Clayton’s passing, he was such a joy to be around and a true lover of life. I always enjoyed how much he made everyone smile with his warm demeanor,. Sending condolences and love to you all during this difficult time. Thinking of you.
Rob & Kimberly Garrett and family.
Teresa
Dear Don ,Mino and other family and friends of Clayton
I was very sad to hear of the passing of Clayton my condolences to family and friends .
I always enjoyed talking with Clayton he was a very interesting man kind and gentle.
Clayton will be missed.
Bob Foster
Don so sorry to hear about Clayton. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Bob &Lila
Don and Heather
Dear Don….I am so sorry for your loss…Our paths have not crossed in years but I know my Grandma Cook, if she was alive , would want me to send condolences…She thought very highly of you and your family and would proudly show me the Christmas cards that you would send her …always pleased that you had her in your thoughts…So please know now …that you are in others thoughts…With sympathy …Don and Heather Benner
Jackie vant Voort
Don, I am so sorry to hear about Clayton. He will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sandra & Larry Hern & Family
Dear Don, Meno and Clayton’s loved ones,
We were so sorry to learn that Clayton had passed away. We had some good visits at Nine Mile over the years and so enjoyed the Brunches your cottage hosted each year at Thanksgiving to raise some donations for Charity. Clayton had such a dry sense of humour and a wonderful laugh. We will raise a glass in his memory when we return to the Lake next week. Please accept our sincere condolences as you mourn his loss.
Dean Rogers
Clayton will be missed not only by Don ;but many, many others. He welcomed me with a smile and a twinkle in his eye when I first came out to play bridge with the Primetimers. A great man gone to heaven.