Mr. Earl Sheldon Clay, Sr.

Mr. Earl Sheldon Clay, Sr., age 82, of Marianna, Florida went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 6, 2025 at his residence in Marianna, Florida with his family at his bedside.

Mr. Earl Sheldon Clay, Sr.

He was a native of Jackson County, a member of Saint Luke Missionary Baptist Church of Marianna. Mr. Clay served his country in the United States Army, receiving an honorable discharge. He was a graduate of Howard University and retired from the federal government.

Mr. Clay is survived by his beloved wife, Evelyn Clay; his lovely daughter Kimberly Clay and his wonderful grandson, Dajai Earl John; his brother Roger (Chalullah) Clay; his sister, Carolyn Coleman; a sister-in-law: Leontyne (Sabrina, Andre); his nieces: Mia Coleman, Cherrice Clay (Anthony) Austin; nephews: Kenneth (Angela) Clay, Maurice (Catherine Clay); best friend, Donnie Rouhlac; family friend, Shau Safford; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 13, 2025, at 11:00 AM (EST) at the Tallahassee National Cemetery, 5015 Apalachee Parkway in Tallahassee, Florida with full military honors, under the directions of Christian Memorial Chapel of Graceville, Florida.