Clayton Neil McGillevry. 73, passed away peacefully after a brief stay in a hospital on May 4, 2025.

Clayton was born in Kansas City, Missouri, October 10, 1951, to Jerry and Betty McGillevry.  His parents moved to Lake Ozark, to operate a 7-cabin resort called Pleasure Point Resort. Jerry McGillevry captained excursion boats: Larry Don, Commander and Tom Sawyer for many years and Clayton was his first mate.  They both loved the water and making people happy and sharing their knowledge about the Lake of the Ozarks.

The family moved to Lexington in 1970 to run the new Holiday Inn.  Clayton helped at the Inn by checking people into their rooms.

Clayton lived in Arizona for many years and continued to enjoy boating on many lakes.  He also operated a boat repair business.  He provided excursions in California to Catalina Island for several years.  Clay and his father shared the love of boating on all waters.  He also worked in boat sales.  Clayton enjoyed participating in several plays held at the Farris Theater in Richmond.

Clayton attended Wentworth Military Academy from 1969-1971.  He was part of the National Honor Guard while attending Wentworth.  He also attended Southwest Missouri State and Central Missouri State.

Clayton enjoyed participating in several plays held at the Farris Theater in Richmond.

Clay is survived by sisters: Debbie (Alan) Dreves, Laura Morton (Mike) Morton of Atlanta (Georgia) Nieces Andrea (Cody) Henson (Gulf Port Florida, Rebecca (Brad) Sigety, Charleston, South Carolina and 2 Nephews Andrew Dreves and Tyler Morton.

There will be no services.  Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond is in charge of arrangements.  Please remember to share your memories of Clayton with the family by visiting, www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.