Elisabeth Nichols Clay
July 14, 1925 ~ August 7, 2018
Elisabeth “Betty” (Nichols) Clay, 93, beloved wife of Earl W. Clay, died peacefully on August 7, 2018 at home following a long illness surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Danvers, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Bernice (Hainer) Nichols. She spent her entire life in Danvers and graduated from Holten High class of 1942.
She worked as a Medical Technologist at Danvers State Hospital for over 35 years.
She was an active member of the General Israel Putnam Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and enjoyed fishing, boating and many other activities of the coastal ‘salt life’.
She leaves behind her high school sweetheart Earl W. Clay with whom she enjoyed 71 years of marriage. She also leaves behind a son Paul and his wife Jenny of Knoxville, TN and their three children, David, Allison and Meredith; a son John and his wife Cheryl of Danvers and their three children Melissa Rodolosi and husband John of Gloucester; Krista Murray and husband Scott of Danvers; John and his fiancé Heather Aikey of Danvers. In addition, she leaves five great grandchildren, Kate, Tessa, Rowan, Elizabeth, and Cora. The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff at Care Dimensions for their thoughtful and caring service.
At the request of the family, her services will be held privately. Memorial contributions may be made to the General Israel Putnam chapter of the DAR, 171 Holten Street, Danvers, MA 01923 or Care Dimensions 75 Sylvan St. Suite B102 Danvers MA 01923 or online at www.caredimensions.org.
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Mrs Clay, you will be missed by all of us!
Thank you for being a loving and caring friend! Sydney will always remember her fun visit’s as a young child and keeping you updated on all her new adventures ! Rest In Peace and May your family find the best of memories to carry them through this difficult time!
Well, what can you say about Mrs. Clay that hasn’t already been said? Mrs. Clay was a caring woman, tremendous wife and the patriarch of a wonderful family. My staff and I always looked forward toward seeing her and Mr. Clay. She had wonderful stories about how she met her husband (from the wrong side of town!), her family history growing up in Danvers, and the history of Danvers itself. Mrs. Clay was a very strong lady and very proud of her historic link with Danvers and of course equally proud of her family. We always joked about the “Clay Compound”! She was extremely happy and felt fortunate to have so many family members living near her. She always faced her physical problems with a smile and forged onward. I still remember that Mrs. Clay was beside herself because she couldn’t keep Mr. Clay from shoveling snow “off the roof”! I was proud to have known her and admired her greatly! I am a better person for having known Mrs. Clay – and knowing Mr. Clay. I can safely say that many people feel the same way. There is much to celebrate in Mrs. Clay’s life and the way she lived it. Please accept my deepest sympathy and know that Sharon and I have our thoughts with Mr. Clay and the entire family at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Steve Corben
I was truly blessed to have known such a beautiful woman. Betty may you Rest In Peace ❤️
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Clay’s passing. What a wonderful lady! My condolences to you Mr. Clay and to your large, extended family.
From one of your countless junior high and middle school students.
Barry Robertson
Dear Betty,
Thank you for all you have done for us at DAR and for your many years on the General Israel Putnam board, and for your wonderful smile and many kindnesses. We will never forget you. It has been a real pleasure knowing you. We will all miss you. So glad to have seen you recently. Many thanks for the “Clay” barn picture from one Clay to another.
I thank you for your presence and your being. Missing you always.
God speed.
Sara CLAY Medeiros,
My deepest sympathies on the passing of this wonderful woman. I will always remember how much fun I had scuba diving with Betty and Earl back in the early to mid-80’s.
Marianne Morano
I will always remember Betty and her positive outlook. It was always a delight to speak with her at Danvers events. My deepest sympathies to her beloved husband, Earl, as well as to her extended family.