Brother Clayt will live on in our hearts as one who had his
heart and mind fixed on accomplishing all that the Lord had called him to do,
and one whose deep walk of faith, prayer, and hope inspired us all. Clayt
yielded his life and talents to the Lord’s purposes for him, and with the
guidance and empowering of the Holy Spirit, he left his imprint through words
of wisdom and deep insights for us and future generations. His writings exemplified
his deep desire for ministering the truth and to expose where it was lacking.
His amazing love and commitment to his own family and his extended spiritual
family was a blessing that has been exemplary and an eternal blessing to all
who were privileged to receive from and fellowship with him.
It was through fellowship and teaching at the Sonmore home
from January thru May of 1967 when John was nurtured as a “babe” in things of
the Spirit, having just received “the baptism” in December of ‘66. Those were
times of precious fellowship that seeded into a lifetime of friendship with
Clayt and the Sonmore family. Throughout our subsequent years and life events,
we received, as a couple, many blessed opportunities to reconnect with Brother
Clayt. He continually served as a spiritual coach and encourager as we
sojourned through the course of life’s events.
His strong faith and confidence in God imparted to us a like
boldness and confidence in the Lord. Clay was always there, and he prayed with
us through the trials and challenges we went through. Clayt’s vision and
revelation became more and more a part of our hearts. Later on in his
authoring, Clayt entrusted John with proofing, editing, and a little
“ghost-writing” of his pre- publication manuscripts. It was a great blessing to
become a part of his work. Clayt, with all his wisdom and depth, was so affirming
of the gifts of others.
We praise the Lord that Brother Clayt is now able to fully
enjoy the presence of our amazing Lord, and along with being reunited with
his beloved Jeanne, he has joined that great band of saints in Glory who
have finished the race and have heard the Master say “well done my good and
faithful servant!”
Words written March 2017 by John & Elaine Fletemeyer
Blessings, John and Elaine Fletemeyer
Thank you for giving this opportunity for all of us to share our thoughts.
We pray for you and all the family during this time.
We will be in attendance at the funeral.
Blessings,
John and Elaine Fletemeyer
