Committal
Angela “Angie” Grayson Clay, 62, of Morganton, NC, joined her Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
Born in Yancey County, NC on October 22, 1963, she was the daughter of Clinton Roy Penland and the late Maxine Lewis Penland.
Angie was a devoted member of Zion Baptist Church, and her love for God was evident throughout her life. She faithfully shared her faith until her passing and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Blessed with an incredible voice, Angie loved to sing. She also had beautiful blue eyes, a smile that could light up a room, and a warm spirit that made everyone feel like family. She enjoyed antiques and shoes and never met a stranger.
Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Dennis Jackson Clay; son, Bryant Clay (Kayla); daughters, Ashley Barrier (Mark) and Jordan Latner (Randy); grandchildren, Marlie Mauney (Riley Griffin) and Calum Clay; great-grandchild, Reese Griffin; brother, Brian Penland (Jennifer); sisters, Kim Williams (Todd) and Denise Anderson (Chuck); and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
The family will receive friends from 12 until 2 p.m., Saturday, August 22, 2026 at Zion Baptist Church. The memorial service will follow at 2 p.m. in the church with Revs. Keith Rose and Rocky Reese officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lupus Foundation of America (www.lupus.org).
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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It was an honor to care for Mrs Grayson she was a precious lady
Angie was a bright light! Always smiling and laughing and loved everyone. She took me in when I was little when I was hanging out with her younger sister. I remember this one time she took Denise, Vanessa and myself out to a Mexican restaurant and had the staff sing to me and took my picture with one of those Mexican hats. She treated me like one of the family members. Rest in peace Angie.
I'm so sorry to hear of Angie's passing. She was beautiful inside & out and would always greet you with her lovely Smile. She loved the Lord & was always so positive about anything she was going through. She will truly be missed. My deepest sympathy & prayers are with all her family and friends. ♥️🙏
Angie was beautiful…inside & out! And her smile did always light up a room when she walked in! Her sweet presence & the kindness she shared with everyone will be missed but her faith lives on in everyone she shared it with. Angie lived her faith! I will be keeping all of the family in my thoughts & prayers…🤍…and I bet she would have loved this bright, red candle! Love to all of the family… ~ Jodie Hamrick
So very sorry for your loss Dennis prayers are with you all.
I wish I could express what is in my heart. Angie has been so strong to have fought such a hard battle, but God‘s grace has set her free. I love you all.
She was a special person who loved her family and her Jesus! She will be missed, until we meet again! Praying for her family!