Clayton Leon Jefferson Ore, Sr., 75, of Madison, made his way to the “Upper Room”, on Friday, January 19, 2024.
Clayton was born in Rockingham County on April 16, 1948, to the late James and Clarice Manuel Ore. He always had a good sense of humor and enjoyed spending time with his family. Clayton loved classic cars whether it was working on them or driving them through the country. He also enjoyed gardening, farming, and front porch sittin’.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Cathy Adkins Ore; and his sister, Carol Martin.
Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Lori Wagoner of Madison and Tori Stevens and husband Kenneth also of Madison; one son; his sister, Becky Joyce of Madison; a brother, Woody Ore of Reidsville; and three granddaughters, Ivy Wagoner, Hannah Stevens, and Addison Stevens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 128 S. Tryon Street, Suite 1588, Charlotte, NC 28202 or to the National Kidney Foundation, 7413 Six Forks Rd #255, Raleigh, NC 27615.
Ray Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Clayton Ore and all are invited to share memories and offer condolences at www.rayfuneralhome.com
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