Betty J. Clayton, 75, former Shelbyville resident, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025, with her loving daughters by her side, at Majestic Care in North Vernon.
Born November 24, 1949 in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was the daughter of Joseph Planck and Mary (Marcum) Planck.
She married David E. Clayton on September 19, 1970 and he preceded her on March 15, 2023.
Survivors include 2 daughters- Stephanie Bishop (Alex) of Elizabethtown, IN., Susie Begley (Ryan) of Austin, IN., a son Andrew Clayton of Indianapolis; sister Wilma Carroll (Robert) of Jeffersonville; and 2 grandchildren- Scarlet and Mallarie Clayton of Indianapolis.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her spouse.
Mrs. Clayton had lived in this area for most of her lifetime, and graduated from Waldron High School in 1968. She was a home maker, but in the 1980's she had owned and operated Clayton's Country Flowers for several years, and had also worked as an aide with Blue River Special Education for several years.
Betty enjoyed traveling with her husband, golfing, going to the casino, dining out with her family, and spending time with her daughters.
No services will be observed at this time. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to: Majestic Memory Care, 701 Henry Street, North Vernon, IN. 47265, in care of Krissy Brewer.
