Billy Joe Clayton

Billy Joe Clayton, age 67, native and lifelong resident of McMinn County, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026. He was retired from Whirlpool as a press operator and was a member of Walker Valley Community Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Bernard and Dorthia Morgan Clayton, a brother: Edward Gene “Eddie” Clayton.

Billy is survived by his daughters: Kristie Clayton and Nicole Clayton, grandchildren: Kruze Clayton, Waylon McKenzie, Karma Bruce, Macey Bunch, J.J. Fairbanks, and Samuel Fairbanks, a brother: Jerry Clayton, special family member: Reed Clayton, mother of his children and best friend: Teresa Erwin Clayton, along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

The family would like to offer special thanks to Billy’s caregivers: Trena Matthews and Rachel Nelson.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Ziegler Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 7:00 PM with Reverend Johnny Staton officiating. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 12, 2026, at McMinn Memory Gardens.

Reed Clayton, Ricky Clayton, Donny Morgan, Kruze Clayton, Justin Bruce, and Waylon McKenzie will be serving as pallbearers.

You are invited to sign the online registry at www.zieglerfuneralhome.com

Ziegler Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Billy Joe Clayton