Ms. Carolyn Ann Peete-Clay

In Loving Memory Of Carolyn Ann Peete – Clay was born on August 27, 1949, to the blessed union of Mobile Bradfield Peete and John Peete. They both preceded her in death. She was the oldest of three siblings Deborah J. Carter/Espenora Carter (Auburn, AL), and Johnnie Peete/Laura Peete (West Covina, CA. Carolyn expressed her love and belief in God at an early age, was baptized and united with Greater St. John Missionary Baptist Church, under the pastorate of founder Rev. Booker T. Johnson. She received Christian education in the Sunday school, Sunshine Band, Baptist Training Union (BTU). Carolyn also served as President of the Gospelaires Young People's Choir while at Greater St. John M.B.C. Later in 1971, Carolyn was united with Jerusalem M.B.C. under the leadership of Rev. John C. Clay, which later was pastored by Pastor Emeritus Leonard Thomas. More recently Carolyn joined the Cornerstone Baptist Church of Livonia, Michigan, under the pastorate of Rev. Darrin Lee, Pastor, where she was a faithful member for over 5 years, until her health began to fail. Carolyn attended the Detroit Public School system. She was a student at Pattengill and Sampson Elementary schools where she was often on Honor Roll and won a Gold embossed name dictionary for being the #1 Spelling Bee school Champion She was also a member of the Glee Club. She attended high school at Chadsey High School where she also shared her 1st soprano voice in the Choir. After High School Carolyn extended her education when she attended Wayne County Community College District where she studied briefly for Nursing. She was joined in holy matrimony with the late Preston Clay in January of 1969. To this union 3 children were born. Carolyn was employed and retired from the United States Post Office Service after 27 years of service. She served as an active member of her Local Union while working as a District Clerk at the main downtown post office in Detroit, MI. Carolyn had a couple of hobbies and pastimes that she enjoyed. Growing up, Carolyn was interested in volleyball, and she enjoyed wrestling. For example, Randy Orton was one of her favorite wrestlers, because he reminded her of her grandson lil’ Roger. She loved to travel and spend time with her children. Carolyn departed this life on Sunday, January 8, 2023.

Ms. Carolyn Ann Peete-Clay

August 27, 1949 - January 8, 2023