Dennis Clay, 74, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025 at his residence in Palmetto, Florida.

He was born on March 23, 1951 in Van Wert, Ohio to the late Ned Clay and Mary (Mihm) Clay.

Dennis leaves behind one son, Shawn Clay of Van Wert; grandchildren, Lee and Dennis, and several great grandchildren. He is also survived by five brothers; David (Ellen) Clay of Jenison, Michigan; Gary (Melissa) Clay; Mike (Linda) Clay of Convoy; Tim (Jamie) of Orange Park, Florida and Scott Clay of Convoy. Also surviving are five sisters; Linda (John Larry) Stutz of Van Wert; Sally (Paul) Ricker of Defiance; Jane of Las Vegas, Nevada; Melissa Clay and Amy Clay both of Van Wert and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his son, Randy in infancy and brother in law, Steve Crawford.

He had been a member of the 1969 Class of Van Wert High School.

In keeping with Dennis’ wishes, no funeral will be held.