Sheila Lone Clayton

Sheila Lone Clayton, 77, of Sugar Valley, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026. She was born in Calhoun, Georgia, on January 31, 1949, to the late Everett and Willie Nell McDearis.

She is survived by her husband of 61 years, France “Junior” Clayton Jr; son, Marion (Jennifer) Clayton; daughters, Tina Clayton, Celeste (Jason) Hendrix; sister, Sylvia (Johnny) White; grandchildren, Angelea (Josh) Clayton Brewer, Chelsea (Ryan) Clayton Redd, Mattie Gunter, Haven (Alex) Hendrix Repp, Cade (Allison) Hendrix, Ethan (Lydia) Hendrix; great grandchildren, Paisley Brewer, Eli Brewer, Opal Redd; many nieces and nephews also survive.

She was a loving wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and faithful Christian whose life was rooted in her love for God and her family. She was a woman of unwavering faith, a servant at heart, and a godly wife who exemplified kindness, compassion, and devotion.

An anointed vocalist, she used her God-given gifts to worship and glorify the Lord. Her faith was evident in the way she lived, loved, and cared for those around her. She treasured her family and took great pride in caring for her loved ones and her church family.

She leaves behind a beautiful legacy of faith, love, and service. To those who knew her, she was more than a wife, mother, and grandmother—she was a faithful friend to all, a source of encouragement, and a blessing to everyone whose life she touched. Her love for God and others will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM from the chapel of Max Brannon and Sons with Bro. Junior Clayton and Bro. Marion Clayton officiating. Burial will follow in Erwin Hill Church of God Cemetery with Bro. Tony Evans officiating. Pallbearers are Jason Hendrix, Cade Hendrix, Ethan Hendrix, Josh Brewer, Ryan Redd, and Alex Repp. Honorary pallbearers are Eli Brewer and John Paul White.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Sheila Lone Clayton.