Kenneth Ray Clause, 72, Longtime Marshall Resident, Passes Away

Funeral services to be held at Campbell-Lewis Funeral Home on March 24th

Mar. 21, 2026 at 3:45pm

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Kenneth Ray Clause, a lifelong resident of Marshall, Missouri, passed away on March 19, 2026 at the age of 72. Clause was a dedicated family man, longtime employee of Marshall Municipal Utilities, and active member of the First Baptist Church of Slater, where he served as a Deacon.

Why it matters

Clause's passing marks the loss of a pillar of the Marshall community, where he lived his entire life and was involved in numerous civic and religious organizations. His dedication to his work, family, and faith made him a beloved figure in the area.

The details

Clause worked as a salesman for Hackler Shoes before becoming an electrician and plumber, eventually retiring as the Water Treatment Plant Superintendent at Marshall Municipal Utilities. He was a member of the Marshall Optimist Club, Campers on Mission, and a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Slater, where he served as a Deacon.

  • Clause passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
  • Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at Campbell-Lewis Funeral Home.

The players

Kenneth Ray Clause

A 72-year-old lifelong resident of Marshall, Missouri who passed away on March 19, 2026. He was a dedicated family man, longtime employee of Marshall Municipal Utilities, and active member of the First Baptist Church of Slater.

Gayle Ann Neff

Clause's wife of over 50 years, who survives him.

First Baptist Church of Slater

The church where Clause was a faithful member and served as a Deacon.

Marshall Municipal Utilities

The utility company where Clause worked as the Water Treatment Plant Superintendent before retiring.

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The takeaway

Clause's passing is a significant loss for the Marshall community, where he lived his entire life and was deeply involved in civic and religious organizations. His dedication to his work, family, and faith made him a beloved figure, and his memory will continue to inspire those who knew him.