Here is a note I received from Clayton's Family.
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A few of you commented about Dad on the U.S. benchrest forum, and quite a few shooters came out to Dad’s memorial. We had posted a note on that forum but wanted to share it here too. We'd like to say thanks for your wonderful comments about our Dad. He loved shooting with all of you and that grin he always had was there in part because he was doing what he loved, with people that he loved to be with. He spoke as much of the friendships as he did the competition. It will come as no surprise to you that he was shooting up until January in the freezing cold – experimenting as he did non-stop - and working every day in his shop preparing for the coming season. He’d always say, “I’m going to keep doing this as long as I can.” I am sorry he won’t be able to join you for one more summer. Spending time on the range with his friends brought him much happiness. Someone mentioned an inner calm he had, and they are right. Part of that came from being completely comfortable with who he was, and a good part of that came because he was doing what he enjoyed, and because he felt at home.
Our thanks to Alex Calder for driving Dad to so many U.S. competitions. You made it possible for him to enjoy his sport south of the boarder. We also want to thank all of you for being a part of our Dad’s life and helping to make his retirement years so happy and rewarding. The next time you are together, please raise a glass to him, he’ll still be there grinning right along with you.
Rob Martin
Ron Martin
Paul Martin
