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Krista Kathleen Clayton

August 13, 1985 ~ December 24, 2017 (age 32) 32 Years Old
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A candle was lit by JBS on December 23, 2023 9:23 PM
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A candle was lit by Seester on April 17, 2023 11:31 AM
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A candle was lit by Jose Solorzano on January 3, 2023 3:05 AM
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A candle was lit by MUSTAFA YILDIRIM(Old friend from S.Korea) on March 11, 2019 6:38 AM
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A candle was lit by Seester on April 27, 2018 11:43 AM
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A candle was lit by Bonnie on January 30, 2018 11:04 PM
Message from Brooke Benko
January 12, 2018 12:24 PM

Krista was a great teacher. She was my all time favorite teacher. I am truly going to miss her. I am deeply sorry for your loss. I can't stop thinking about how Lila and Lucy are dealing with this since they are so young and don't understand exactly what this means. Krista was not only my favorite teacher, she was also my best friend. I love her so much and will miss her dearly. Marc I know this will be hard for you to raise those beautiful angels without her. Stay strong and keep fighting.
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A candle was lit by Areli Martin on January 12, 2018 12:21 PM
Ms.Clayton Was the best teacher I could have asked for... She was kind and nice to everyone that she knew and to all her students... With her as my teacher I learn many things.... I love her so much she was my favorite teacher... God bless her children and all her family... She will always be in my heart with out a doubt....
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A candle was lit by Brooke Benko on January 12, 2018 12:14 PM
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A candle was lit by Areli Martin on January 12, 2018 12:13 PM
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A candle was lit by Brooke Benko on January 12, 2018 12:12 PM
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A candle was lit by Ahmed Mlih on January 6, 2018 12:32 PM
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A candle was lit by Nilsa Mlih on January 6, 2018 12:30 PM
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A candle was lit by Colleen Clayton on January 6, 2018 3:49 AM
Message from Dave and Cindy
January 5, 2018 7:22 PM

We are are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless
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A candle was lit by kevin Velazquez on January 5, 2018 10:12 AM
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A candle was lit by jesus guerrero on January 5, 2018 10:12 AM
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A candle was lit by Arkadius Mikler on January 5, 2018 8:46 AM
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A candle was lit by christopher granger on January 5, 2018 8:43 AM
She was a good teacher... I had her for 6th grade world cultures and she was awesome. I would like to tell her family that i truly am sorry. I know her kids are young and it is terrible
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A candle was lit by christopher granger on January 5, 2018 8:39 AM
Message from Alexis DeFio
January 4, 2018 8:18 PM

Mrs.Clayton, you will always be an inspiration to me. You will always be in my heart, words can’t describe how good of a person you truly were. Thanks for being the best teacher in the world.
Message from cindy and bill longway
January 4, 2018 5:18 PM

Marc, Lila, Lucy, Jenny and Michael,
Our hearts go out to you. We have you in our prayers and thoughts. Jenny has so many pictures of everyone at work. We feel we know you. God bless you all
cindy and bill longway
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Our deepest heartfelt sympathy. Prayers for healing and peace for all of you. Alexis Bobek and Jerry Legg

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A candle was lit by Ana M. JSA Parent on January 4, 2018 10:32 AM
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Message from Pamela Smith
January 4, 2018 10:21 AM

I'm going to miss her coming into my office and talking to me about work and her girls. She cared about all of her students.
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A candle was lit by Pamela Smith on January 4, 2018 10:19 AM
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A candle was lit by Michael Sears and JSA staff on January 4, 2018 10:12 AM
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A candle was lit by Ashlin Oakes- former student of three years on January 3, 2018 2:15 PM
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A candle was lit by Chloe Oakes on January 3, 2018 2:12 PM
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A candle was lit by Sara Hill - Discovery Academy student on January 3, 2018 1:09 PM
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A candle was lit by Bridgett Henry and family JSA coworker on January 3, 2018 9:18 AM
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A candle was lit by Maria & Bob McGhie on January 2, 2018 7:53 PM
Krista you are so loved and will be truly missed...Marc we send our deepest condolences to you and your little princesses..stay strong for them..Krista I remember first meeting you as a little girl you were soooo friendly and you became one of the family...you are now with grandma watching over everyone....love you to the moon and back
Message from Rhode Island
January 2, 2018 10:07 AM

Marc, we are all so sorry for your loss. We hope you find strength and peace, and hope memories of Krista will make you smile. We're sure she is watching over you, Lila, and Lucy and will be there to guide you when you least expect it. The four of you are a beautiful family and although your life will be different now, you are a wonderful father and we know you will do a fantastic job taking care of your two beautiful girls. We are thinking of you and are here if you need anything or need to talk.

Your friends from Westerly.
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A candle was lit by Tina, Ron, Jake and Josh Steele on January 1, 2018 10:15 PM
Message from Emily Mistretta
January 1, 2018 9:08 PM

I had worked with Krista over the past year and loved her energy and creativity in the classroom. She was a wonderful gifted teacher and truly an example of what a gifted teacher should do with her students. I will deeply miss her
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A candle was lit by Carol Fulks and the DALA Family on December 31, 2017 1:12 PM
Message from Patricia Clayton Benherschel
December 30, 2017 3:18 PM

I want to say how very sorry i am for Krista's brothers and sister and beautiful girls and Mom and Dad and all friends and family who loved her so much. It's such a loss and iI am praying for comfort that only God's Holy Spirit can give. May she rest in peace and may we all be united again in heaven someday. Thats my prayer, my hope and my comfort. God bless and help us to cherish each other all the more.
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A candle was lit by Diana Dunham on December 30, 2017 12:21 AM
Message from Carrie Johnson
December 29, 2017 10:13 PM

I have never seen a picture of Krista's children. Those two beautiful girls look like their mother. My heart goes to her entire family. I am so sorry for your loss. Marc, I am so sorry for your loss. Girls, I am so sorry for your loss.
I taught English with Krista in South Korea. She was once my family too, my sister, my best friend. I loved her very much, and that love will remain forever.
I wish I would have kept in better touch... she has reminded me to do so.
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A candle was lit by Carrie on December 29, 2017 9:32 PM
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A candle was lit by Suzanne Velez on December 29, 2017 6:06 PM
Message from Suzanne Velez
December 29, 2017 5:55 PM

I met Krista when she came to my house to pick up her sister Bonnie who was living with us at the time. She immediately gave me a big hug and thanked me for taking such good care of her sister. I was so taken with her sweet and kind personality. My heart goes out to the Clayton family and especially to Bonnie. I know how much she meant to you Bonnie and I know that Krista loved you as much as you loved her. She will be with you in spirit always and will never, ever be forgotten.
Message from Ashley Corwith
December 29, 2017 1:36 PM

My deepest condolences for Krista and her family! She was such a positive person, and collegue. She will be greatly missed.
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The Client Technology Solutions Group of Reed Smith expresses their deepest condolences to Phil Clayton and his entire family for their loss.

Message from Colby Williams
December 29, 2017 9:09 AM

You were such an amazing teacher! I remember being a shy and scared 6th grader approaching your class not knowing what to expect, and then leaving on the last day feeling so educated and happy knowing I was fortunate enough to have you as my teacher. Here I am now in the 10th grade both shocked and upset for such a loss. My condolences go out to your family and all of your loved ones and I hope you are resting in the greatest peace ever. Thank you for being so amazing and caring teacher and such an amazing and caring human being. ❤
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A candle was lit by Colby Williams on December 29, 2017 9:02 AM
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A candle was lit by Nolen & Ashley Bailey on December 28, 2017 3:04 PM
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A candle was lit by Dr. Alonzo Williams Jr. on December 28, 2017 2:36 PM
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A candle was lit by Frank and Gayle McCall on December 28, 2017 1:40 PM
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A candle was lit by Anonymous on December 28, 2017 1:31 PM
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A candle was lit by Alexis B on December 28, 2017 12:32 PM
Message from Kathy french
December 28, 2017 12:16 PM

So sorry for your loss. I knew Krista through my daughter as a child. She was a lovely young girl. Prayers to all.
Message from Winter Haven FL
December 28, 2017 10:08 AM

Krista was an extraordinary woman she taught both of my children at discovery academy and was my daughter’s all-time favorite! Her encouragement left and life time impact that she still carries with her today . She will be greatly missed ,always remembered ,and never forgotten !
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A candle was lit by Brooklyn Painter on December 28, 2017 10:02 AM
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A candle was lit by Karen S. on December 28, 2017 8:28 AM
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A candle was lit by Nick Mitsakos on December 28, 2017 3:28 AM
Message from Arielle Moore
December 28, 2017 1:55 AM

I just heard the news. We were friends when she lived in Korea and I'm in Seoul as I type. We had such fun times together and had planned on meeting again when the time allowed. I always remember the fun we had at the mud festival in South Korea with Rachel. I never imagined I'd never get the chance to see her again. We hadn't spoken much recently due to living so far apart but we were always able to have a friendly chat no matter how long ago the last time was. I can't imagine what her family and close friends are going through right now as I'm devastated. You will always be in my heart and I will never forget you. XxX
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A candle was lit by Tim O. on December 27, 2017 8:45 PM
Message from Rayna
December 27, 2017 7:56 PM

I can’t believe you’re gone. You deserved so much better. To live so much longer. Not everyone lived like you did... to the fullest and always positive and optimistic. My heart breaks for your daughters. I pray that your light shines through in them. I know I will never forget you Krista. Until we meet again 💕
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A candle was lit by Rayna on December 27, 2017 7:49 PM
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A candle was lit by Laura Hansen on December 27, 2017 5:21 PM
Message from Vicki Gilreath
December 27, 2017 4:17 PM

Oh, Krista, I want to hug you real tight...I will miss the smiles & laughter we shared...the joy you brought to us all...Mr.G. & I knew you were more than special...& the students believed you hung the moon! The Best Teacher ever! I can see you now waving across campus at us wearing your adorable Ugg boots...We love you, our precious Krista, forever....Vicki & Richard Gilreath
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A candle was lit by The Dugas Family on December 27, 2017 3:56 PM
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A candle was lit by Vicki Gilreath on December 27, 2017 3:36 PM
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A candle was lit by Michelle on December 27, 2017 2:56 PM
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A candle was lit by Maggie Petrangelo (Lynch) on December 27, 2017 1:35 PM
Message from Roma
December 27, 2017 2:19 AM

Krista, it hurts a lot to know that you're gone from our world. I'm saddened by this tragic loss of your life, so early on. I know you will never be forgotten and will always live on inside your families and friends hearts. You will live on through your children too. I'm grateful for the gift of life that you were able to give to your two beautiful daughters. You surely have left such a positive imprint on them that will last a lifetime. You were always there for Bonnie and ready to have a long, sister phone conversation in whichever part of the world you two may have been. You were a great sister and I feel pain for you both. My thoughts are with you and your families.

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Message from Tiffany
December 26, 2017 11:05 PM

Krista you were always a sweet and wonderful person. It's hard to believe such a wonderful light has been blown out. I pray you rest in peace. My condolences go out to your family. The heavens have gained an angel.
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A candle was lit by Tiffany Evans-Planchon on December 26, 2017 11:02 PM
Message from Bonnie
December 26, 2017 7:21 PM

I love you so much, Krista---you were not just my sister, you were my best friend, mentor, and one of the strongest, kindest, big-hearted people I've ever met, and ever will meet. You are with us always.
Message from Shelley Kenny
December 27, 2017 9:58 AM

Dear Bonnie, Phil, and the rest of the Clayton family.

My heart breaks with you, for you at Krista’s death. This is what I know: Krista, so smart, beautiful, but unaware of her physical beauty, which made her inner self, her true heart, so clear, so warm. And that smile and laugh! I loved that she got all my jokes. My deepest condolences to you and all the Clayton’s.
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