Clayton Anthony Hassell
August 10, 1963 ~ February 15, 2026
Clayton Anthony Hassell, born August 10, 1963, passed away February 15, 2026, at the age of 62.
Clay is survived by his cherished daughter, Kristen Anne Bell (Dustin); grandsons Jake and Jack Bell; brother Bart Hassell; nephews Graham and Vaughn Hassell; and niece Summer Vaughn.
He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph Anthony Hassell and Lynne Vaughn Hassell; and stepbrother Joe Pettis.
Clay was a devoted father and a proud grandfather (Papa). He proudly served in the U.S. Marines and he spent most of his life in the EMS business. His journey on this earth was one marked by kindness and willingness to help others. He was funny, friendly, and caring to so many along his way.
Though he is no longer with us in body, we know he resides in the house of the Lord and forever in our hearts.
The Celebration of Life service will be announced at a later date.
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Fairburn
Rest in paradise Uncle Clay. I love you!
My mind still talks to you and my heart will always look for you but my soul knows you are at peace!
I love you, Dad ❤️
I have known Clay more than 30 years. He never did anything halfway in his life. Clay was a powerful thoughtful kind person when at his best, none better….
Rest easy my friend. I hope you finally found that make believe Mayberry town that we always used to talk about during those long shifts on the ambulance. You will be missed. – Kim
Being a grandfather was something that I know he was so proud to be! I will forever share the beautiful memories I have of him with my boys!
My Dear brother Clay was quite a man. Always liked and respected, Clay worked hard on becoming successful in the EMS field and providing for his family. Clay was a natural leader and always did his best for everyone. I believe that even in the end Clay was trying to be his best to the folks he called friend.
To have one more day with him is a wish I missed…
Clay, you are missed and loved by many. Tell mom, dad and Joe hi! I love and miss you all so much. Save me a seat!
Forever in our hearts!
I know you are up there hanging out with Jimmy Buffett, singing all his songs together. Maybe doing a little fishing as well.
Life with you was never ordinary. Your absence feels surreal, yet your presence lingers on within so many memories. Saying Goodbye is heartbreaking. but the memories will always be a treasure. For that I am grateful.
Keep watch over Kristen and the boys, and know you are loved and you never will be forgotten.
Rest in Peace!!
Tell my Dad Hello for me.
Reta
Your wings were ready but my heart was not and not a day goes by that I don’t think of you. You were the best dad and the love you had for me is something that I will carry with me forever. You would give the shirt off your back to anyone, feed or save any animal, and loved so big. You were my best friend and adventure buddy when I was younger, my personal dictionary, my ultimate playlist who taught me to love the best music, and the one who would drop anything to save me. Even as an adult I wished I could have called you to say our code word “TREE” and had you come pick me up and save me just like you did all those times before when I was younger. You truly were great. I will always share with Jake and Jack the stories of the childhood you gave me. The countless weekends on Lake Burton and trips to Wildcat Creek, the many backstage concerts you took me to, every home Braves game that I thought would never end, and the VIP treatment of riding in an ambulance here, there, and everywhere. ❤️ We will fly kites for you and take many trips to the Zoo. I will make sure they know who Jimmy Buffett is and introduce them to all the good music, make them watch Back to the Future and The Goonies 1,000 times because….WE LOVE YOU CHUNK ❤️ The countless memories are priceless and I will always hold them close to my heart and think of you often. It’s hard living in a world where I can’t pick up the phone to call you and hear your voice but no matter how long it takes for me to get to you, I will always be your Pookie Poos!
I hope you are on a fishing boat somewhere in heaven watching over us and waiting on us to join you someday.
I love you, Dad
Jake’s 1st Christmas!
Clay and Greg
Clay & his brother Bart
Late night snacks, especially chocolate cake was your favorite! ❤️
You always made Christmas magical!
Thank you for making my birthdays the best!
I love you, Dad!!
Mom & Dad ❤️
There are so many memories of Clay. Some days I would want to hug him other days I would choke him but I always loved him and knew he would be there for me if I needed him. He was excited, nervous, all the emotions when he found out he was going to be a Father. I remember riding down I 20 in the ambulance and Clay said he wanted me to help him stop smoking. I threw his pack of ciggs out the window, I thought he was gonna kill me lol. Even though we lost touch i always thought of ya cowboy. Z Phillips