Clay Barrow

Clay Barrow, 92, of 321 Main Street in Eden, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2015, at his home.

A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Sunday, June 7, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Danview Cemetery with military rites to be performed by Rockingham County Veteran's Honor Guard.

Mr. Barrow was born May 8, 1923 in Rockingham County, NC to the late Eugene E. Barrow and Allie Huff Barrow. He was a graduate of Leaksville High School, Class of 1940 and a World War II Navy veteran. Clay joined the First United Methodist Church in 1938 and served as a trustee for many years. He was a former supervisor with Fieldcrest Mills and retired in 1984 from Dyback, Incorporated as Plant Manager. He was a member of Draper Y's Men's Club and was one of the two remaining original members.

He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Arline Hatley Barrow of the home.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Wayne Barrow; and two brothers, George and Paul Barrow.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service on Sunday (1 - 2 PM) at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence.

Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 130 Main Street, Eden, NC 27288.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com