Josie B. Clay
June 16, 1930 - January 21, 2020
Josie B. Phillips Clay was born to Drew Ellis and Henry Phillips on June 16, 1930 in Bolivar, Mississippi. She was one of nine children, four brothers and four sisters. Josie married Jessie Clay and to this union nine children were born. Josie worked all her life at different companies, the last one was Ethel Mold Plastic, where she worked for over 26 years never missing a day. She touched hearts with her beautiful sense of humor, smile and grace. On January 21, 2020 at 9:30 a.m., Josie was called home to be with the Lord. She was preceded in death by her sisters Mary Floyd, Irene Philips, Rosie Philips, Emma Phillips, and Me Lee Philips; her brothers Henry Philips, Willie Philips, Abraham Philips, and George Philips; and her daughter Lee Ella Clay. Josie leaves to cherish her memories, her children Ruby Clay, Ovelma Clay, John Clay, Joseph Clay, Juanita Clay, Kareem McKay, Larry Clay, and Thresa Jenkins; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Josie B. Phillips Clay was born to Drew Ellis and Henry Phillips on June 16, 1930 in Bolivar, Mississippi. She was one of nine children, four brothers and four sisters. Josie married Jessie Clay and to this union nine children were born. Josie... View Obituary & Service Information