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Clay Robert Jones

clay jones

February 16, 1975 ~ November 28, 2025

Born in: Asheville, NC
Resided in: Leicester, NC

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Clay Robert Jones, 50, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 28, 2025.

An Asheville native, Clay was a son of Diana Rhoads Redmon and of the late Robert Conrad Jones.

He was a proud member of the National Rifle Association.

In addition to his mother, Clay is survived by his son, Robert Asher Jones; sisters, Christy Jones Lawrence and Nancy Metcalf (Chris); brother, Chad Jones (Stacy); special niece and nephews, Becky, Alex and Ethan; and best friend and partner, Gail Keyes.

His family will receive friends at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. beginning at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 6. The memorial service, officiated by the Rev. Keith Watkins, will follow at 4:00 p.m.

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Visitation: December 6, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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Memorial Service: December 6, 2025 4:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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  1. Diana, Chad & Stacy, along with other family members – my deepest condolences for this heartbreaking loss. My prayers are with you and for you now and in the days ahead. I hope that happy memories will help to soothe your hearts as you walk this path .

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  3. Randy and l are so sorry and send love and prayers for Diana, Chad, Stacy, Christy, and Becky.

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    • Our hearts are broken, such a tragic loss and way too soon. We pray that the lord will give you peace and help guide you through this terrible time.

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  4. The world will never be the same. We all have lost a good man, friend, brother, and father. Diana, Chad, Christy, Stacy, and Becky I wrap you all in prayers, love, and the hope in reunion in heaven one day. Love you all.

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  5. My deepest sympathy goes out to you all, I pray that God guides you and gives you both strength and comfort in the days ahead. Psalm 34:18: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️

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    • Clay was a sweet friend and classmate. He will be greatly missed. Love and prayers for all his family and friends.

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  8. We are sorry for your loss.you all have our deepest sympathy and love. If you all need anything let us know.

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  9. Words cannot begin to describe the ache that has been created by this tragic loss. Asher, Diana, Christy, Nancy, Chad, and Becky please know you are deeply loved, supported, and prayed for in this dark time. Clay was the big brother I never had, an amazing father and wonderful friend… he will truly be missed.

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  11. George Delpone it is so sad to hear of Clay‘s passing he will be missed. My heart and thoughts goes out to his family in these hard times.

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  13. We are so sad to hear this news about Clay. It’s very hard to believe. We have lots of memories & many great times to remember with him. Much love & prayers to all his family.

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  16. I have known Clay for a long time. He always had a smile and a wave. Praying for you guys during this time.

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  17. Clay was such a great guy and my husband’s best friend. This breaks my heart for all of his family, especially Asher. Jammie and I are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.

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  18. Clay, I miss talking and facetiming with you and Asher every morning, and sometimes during the day. I know Gail and Asher is hurting now.

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    • Diane, Chad, Stacy, Rebecca, Christi, Alex, Nancy, and Ethan, I am so sorry for your loss. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers.

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  19. Diane, Christy, Monica, Alex, Chad, Stacy, Becky, Nancy Chris. You are in my prayers and I am very sorry for your loss.

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  22. My son Jamison and Asher have been best friends since Kindergarten. Clay was an amazing father. He was at every school event and every birthday party with Asher. If my son was sick for more than a day, Clay would check to make sure everyone was ok. My heart is absolutely broken for Asher as I can’t imagine him without Clay by his side. We send all of our love and prayers to Gail, Asher and Clays family!!!

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  23. You were the best Daddy I have ever seen. You loved all of ne even the broken parts. Asher & I will never stop making you proud. In your arms was home. I keep waiting for you to walk up the stairs. Thank you loving us, calling us yours. Whatever forever Jones/Dada/Babes! We love you 525,600 … to a home in the sky fly high.

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  24. I am so sorry to hear about Clay! He was a great man with a beautiful soul! Always made me smile! Such a wonderful friend!!! Hugs and prayers for you all now and always!!!

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  25. Never will clay be forgotten he loved all of us and grew up playing with my brother I watched him grow into a man that will be missed I’m so sorry

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