Jessie Lee Clay

© Cheyenne Star

Submitted by: Wanda Purcell

Jessie Lee Clay was born December 6, 1889, near Vinita, Oklahoma, then known as Indian Territory, and departed this life Friday, February 16, 1962 at the Cheyenne Hospital, after a lingering illness, having reached the age of 72 years, 2 months, 10 days.

With his parents, he came to Roger Mills county in 1906, settling near Rankin, where he resided since.

He was called into military service, April 24, 1918, serving 14 months overseas.

On February 11, 1920 he was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Miller at Cheyenne, Oklahoma. To this union were born two daughters who died in Infancy.

Being a lover of nature, he was especially fond of all animals, trees, and flowers.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother, five brothers, and three sisters.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret Clay of the home; one brother, Elea Clay; one sister, Manta Wheeler both of Reydon; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral services were conducted Sunday Feburary 18, 1962 at 2:30 p.m. in the Community Building by Rev. B. J. Dunham assisted by Norman Widener.

Burial was in White Rose cemetery, Redyon, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma.

The Legion Members were honorary pall bearers.

Taps was given at the cemetery by Kenneth Lee King.

Thank You For Your Service!

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