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William J. “Bill” Clayton, 84
April 04, 2021
William J. “Bill” Clayton, 84, of Pequea, passed away in a boating accident on his private lake on Pennsy Rd., April 4, 2021. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late William G. and Emma L. (Ziebold) Clayton.
He was a graduate of Frankford High School in Philadelphia and went on to attend Pierce School of Business, Temple University, and LaSalle University. Through many years of training and working with others he obtained excellent leadership qualities, patience and understanding with an ability to listen effectively to others.
Bill was an active board member for Smith-Midland located in Virginia and Precast Services Inc., in Ohio. He will be remembered by many for his many years of dedicated service as President of High Concrete Group. On April 15, 2013, he was voted Boss of the Year by the Ephrata Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association. He was previously a Chairman for PCI, Vice President Administration for Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Executive Vice President of Kurtz Precast, and sales for Giant Portland Cement. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge in Philadelphia.
Even after retirement, Bill enjoyed the company of his previous business associates. He often shared lunch or dinner with them on a regular basis. He enjoyed a good laugh and knew how to tell a great story. He loved to travel, crossword puzzles, conversation, and a warm climate. Bill believed in ‘doing some good’ in this world and supported many charities. Bill will be missed by his loving, kind, and close friends. He is survived by his cousin, Anna Krapp of Philadelphia.
Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend a memorial service at Wayside Presbyterian Church, 600 Stony Battery Road, Landisville, PA 17538 on Saturday, May 21 at 11 AM with Pastor Doug Paglia officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Community Care.
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November 10, 2022
Recently we learned that Bill passed well over a year ago. We are shocked and saddened. He was special; always kind, loving, thoughtful and most of all funny and quick to laugh. We became friends in the early 60’s and kept in touch through all these years, but apparently not enough once the pandemic arrived. He was a dear friend and we will cherish our memories………Love you and miss you. Helen and Larry Arvin
May 16, 2022
I came to know Bill as a customer at the car dealership where I worked. Over time he became a friend. He was always a kind, generous and compassionate man and a true gentleman in every way. He will be missed.
May 13, 2022
Bill and I worked together for many years, he was a great mentor I learned so much from him over the years. He was a trusted friend and boss and always had my back.
He will be deeply missed by many, Since he influenced so many people Since he influenced so many people. May God be with you May God be with you.
Doug Lorah
October 16, 2021
Mr. ‘C’ (as I’ve always called him) was the greatest influence in my life. I started working for him as his Administrative Assistance at Kurtz Precast on August 17, 1979. It was Mr. C who guided me into Marketing, which opened opportunities for advancement and personal growth. He was greatly admired and respected. He had deep compassion for others. Even though we haven’t seen each other in person in close to 20 years, I was deeply saddened to hear of his tragic passing; most especially since he promised to come visit us here in Florida on his next trip south. I’ll now have to wait to give him that great big bear hug until my wonderful, long-time friend and I meet again – and I know we will. I miss you very much, Mr. C. Thank you for cherished friendship for the past 42 years.
Fran Edgar
October 07, 2021
I am very sorry to hear of this loss. Bill was married at one time to my foster mother Diananlynn. He was a kind, loving, generous man with a good heart. We stayed in touch over the years mainly at holidays. I will miss him very much.
Alexandra Brown-Stepnowski
May 14, 2021
Bill and I go way back at High. He was a member of High’s president’s council as was I. He always had a bright outlook and was a pleasure to be around. After our retirements, we met montly for a “High Retirees’ breakfast” that rotated around Lancaster county. We always made sure we picked a location in Willow Street, so Bill had a shorter commute.
Bill will be missed once this group reunites after the pandemic restrictions are lifted. It was a joy knowing Bill for these past 30 years.
Frank McCabe, retired president, High Hotels, Ltd.
May 11, 2021
Bill was a dear friend My husband Jack & he were business partners for many years. My deepest sympathy goes out to those who were near to him. Sincerely , Joan Kurtz.
- Services
- Saturday, May 21, 2022
- 11:00 AM
- Wayside Presbyterian Church
- 600 Stony Battery Road
- Landisville, PA 17538
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