Clayton Keat

1946—1996

Clayton was first introduced to the Optimists by Corps members, including Ron Kaiser and Gord LeFevre, who attended Riverdale Collegiate. His involvement included marching in the Colour Guard and playing the Euphonium and Contra Bass.

His most memorable role was probably as Camp “Mummy” when, wrapped in cloth a Ia mummy style, he managed to terrify more than one unsuspecting rookie.

On leaving Optimists, he became a drill instructor with the London Midlanders helping them become Canadian Junior “B” Champions.

Clayton died on Labour Day week-end in 1996 from injuries suffered in a serious automobile accident and is survived by his wife Stephanie (Bernie Thompson’s daughter and Paul Thompson’s sister) and their son Jason, both now residing in Hillside, New Jersey.

Clayton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . We Remember!