John Claybourne 1946-2020

John Claybourne was crazy. Crazy about hunting, fishing and driving truck. John drove a big rig for his entire life, working hard to provide for his wife and children.

John loved to eat and Deb loved to cook. Anything chocolate put a smile on his face.

John wasn’t perfect and neither was Deb, but they were perfect for each other.

John had a laugh that was unmistakable. You could be in a room full of people and not know he was there, hear that laugh, and know he was. His family and friends will all miss that laugh.

Johnny was a people person. He liked people and they liked him. He gathered friends from all walks of life.

John was a decorated veteran, serving with the 82nd Airborne in Vietnam.

Calling hours will be held 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020, at the James Funeral Home in Newton Falls. Funeral services will immediately follow at 1 p.m.

John will be laid to rest in Palmyra West Cemetery.

The family would like to express their sincere gratitude for the loving care that John received from Salem West.

Arrangements have been entrusted to James Funeral Home, 8 E. Broad St., Newton Falls, OH 44444; (330) 872-5440. Family and friends may view John’s obituary online or send condolences at www.jamesfuneral homeinc.com.

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