William Clay Meyers, 91, of Cleveland, TN, died on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at his residence, surrounded by his family.
Clay was a retired minister with the Church of God having served as an evangelist and pastor. His work led him to the states of Michigan, Maryland, Ohio, Illinois, California, North Carolina and Tennessee. His influence encouraged and helped many young ministers. He was always ready to speak positive words to those who were discouraged. He loved life enjoying golf, woodworking and being surrounded by his family. He was extremely proud of all his family.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sue Meyers.
He is survived by his present wife, Georgia Bailey Meyers; one brother, Lewis Meyers of Louisvile, KY; children and spouses, Delores Stewart, Doris (Jim) Barker and Barry (Carla) Meyers all of Cleveland; grandchildren, Renee Mize, Sheri (Paul) Harper, Vicki Rogers, Dean Peterson, Pam (Doug) Clark, Jimmy (Amy) Barker, Dustin (Lauren) Meyers and Kristen (Shaun) McAmis; nine great-grandchildren; and nine great-great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life and Home Going of William Clay Meyers will be held Friday, April 25, at 12 p.m. at Grissom Funeral Home with Reverend H.B. Thompson, Jr. and Trendell Smith officiating. Interment will be at Hilcrest Memorial Gardens following the service.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, April 24 from 5-8 p.m. at the Grissom Funeral Home, who is in charge of the arrangements.