In Loving Memory of Douglas “Doug” Ellis Claycomb

Douglas “Doug” Ellis Claycomb, age 55, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024. In Clayton, New Mexico following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the Clayton Memorial Cemetery in Clayton, New Mexico with Pastor Mike Phipps, pastor of the Clayton Gospel Church, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Hass Funeral Directors of Clayton, New Mexico.

Douglas was born on October 15, 1968, to April Lockhart Claycomb and Arthur “Art” Claycomb in Amarillo, Texas. Douglas was the fourth sibling and the baby of the family. Douglas was the family’s miracle baby as his mother became paralyzed while pregnant with him. She was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and would later deliver her healthy baby boy. Douglas was raised in Clayton, New Mexico and graduated from Clayton High School in 1986. Douglas was a well-liked classmate and remained in touch with friends. Douglas worked for the family business, Claycomb Electric, until his passing. He was a seasoned plumber, electrician and heating and air conditioning technician. Douglas had a wonderful sense of humor and a contagious laugh that could fill a room. He enjoyed spending time with family; everyone always knew his favorite sweet and that sweet tooth was strong. Douglas was residing at the Clayton Nursing and Rehab after a fall and broken femur resulted in rehab services and a cancer diagnosis that followed. The Claycomb family is extremely grateful for the kindness and care given to Douglas during his rehab and cancer battle. Doug was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Clayton and enjoyed attending services with his father before his passing in 2020. Douglas was preceded in death by his grandmother, Leona Lockhart on November 26, 2005, both parents, April Lee Lockhart Claycomb on June 12, 2001, and Arthur “Art” Claycomb on October 29, 2020, and by two nephews, Seth Claycomb on September 5, 2020, and Stephen Thompson on August 1, 2011.

SURVIVORS:

1 SISTER: Deanna Arrington and her husband Jack of Colorado Springs, Colorado.

2 BROTHERS: Danny Claycomb and his wife Becky and Darrin Claycomb all of Clayton, New Mexico.

Nieces: Shanell Thompson, Vanessa Knapp & Kody, August Claycomb, Shelbie Aragon & Andre, Dannie Claycomb and Aspen Claycomb .

Nephews: Ryan Claycomb & Dajoanna Reyes and Matthew Claycomb.

Great-Nieces: Madison Thompson, Bonnie Carwile and Leona Aragon.

Great-Nephews: Aidyn Thompson, Timothy Carwile, Wayde Roberts and Lincoln Aragon.