Clayton Samuel Loss

Clayton "Charlie" Samuel Loss died surrounded by his family in Watsonville. He was 95.

Mr. Loss was born on Sept. 29, 1926, in Baltimore, Maryland.

He was a hard-working man that loved life. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1946; he was stationed at Watsonville Naval Air Station for a couple of those years. After the Navy, he attended Hartnell College. He was a member of SIRS Golf Club for four years, the Elks Club for 30 years and the American Legion for 60 years. He was an avid golfer who loved the game and played for 71 years. He also enjoyed exercising and loved many sports. This past March 5 he and his wife Maxine celebrated 77 years of marriage. He had a huge heart for animals.

Mr. Loss is survived by his wife, W. Maxine Loss, his children, L. Darlene Loss, and several nephews as well as numerous other family members.

He was preceded in death by his son Gary G. Loss, his mother, Florence Susan Lescallette, his father, Henry Loss and his brother, George Loss.

Donations can be made to the Santa Cruz Animal Shelter (SPCA) or your choice.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Carroll Family of Ave Maria Memorial Chapel.

Published in The Pajaronian · October 22, 2021