Jean Aton
Alton | Save
Jean E. Aton, age 77, our Mamoo, Grandma, MeeMaw, MawMaw, Grammy passed away after an extended battle with cancer on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at home with her family by her side.
She was born February 19, 1943, in Alton, IL, the daughter of Arthur S. Hicks and LaVerna (Deahl) Hicks. She married John (Jack) Clayton Sr. on June 1, 1962 and had four children. She married Dr. Guy Aton on May 17, 1997 and blended their families. Jeanne was an amazing person, Mother and Grandmother. Along with spending time with her family and grandchildren, she loved traveling with her husband and meeting the family every year for the “Weekend in the Woods”. Jeanne also enjoyed spending her retired years gardening, reading, arts & crafts and cooking. Jeanne became a Beautician following her graduation from Alton Sr. High School in 1961. She was a stay at home mom until 1977 when she started working as a bank teller and retired as a bank officer in 1997.
Jeanne is survived by her children: Jacki Clayton, Jennifer Clayton, Jason (Betsy) Clayton, Eric (Sheila) Aton, Jennifer (Vincent) Cuenca, Rachel (Aaron) Heneghan, Sarah (Jason) Wade, thirteen grandchildren: J.D., Katelyn, Douglas, Jackson, Clare, Molly, Elaine, Michael, Grace, Caleb, Cassidy, Elliot and Liam. A sister Patricia-Hicks (Bob) Alexander, a sister in law, Shirley (David) Level, a special friend Faye Schrumpf, many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Friends and her companion dogs Beau& Laci. Along with her daughters, her sister and niece Tina (Josh) Troeckler were a integral part of taking care of her in her final days. She is preceded in death by her husband Guy, a son John David (JD) Clayton Jr., her parents, 2-brothers,Arthur S. Hicks Jr.& Bill Hicks and a sister Lucille Wille Higgins.Due to COVID-19 the family has decided to hold a Celebration of Life for Jeanne at a later date when it is safer to gather. Please pray for the family in this time of loss. Memorials may be made to 5A’s. An online condolence and guest book may be found at www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com
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