Rochester - John Henry Clay, age 58, passed away on April 1, 2020 at home. He was born in Elk Grove Village, IL on March 5, 1962 to Hank and Marilyn (nee Wabitsch) Clay. John was employed at Southwest Airlines as a ramp customer service agent.  He enjoyed playing his guitar, listening to music, experimenting with gourmet cooking, and spending time on his favorite lake in Northern Wisconsin. John will be deeply missed for his love of helping others and took great pride in his work at Southwest Airlines.

John is survived by his father, Hank; his daughter, Sofia; his sister, Stacey (Tom); and many other relatives, family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his Mother, Marilyn and her twin sister Marion.

To honor John, donations can be made to the American Diabetes Association or the American Heart Association.

Forever in our hearts, John was a father, a son, a brother, and a dear friend to many. Join us for an open house style fellowship gathering to share some of your best stories and memories about John, sample some of his favorite foods, and remember a life well lived at the American Legion-Upper Hall 231 Goodwin Avenue Hartland, WI 53029 June 19th, 3-7 p.m.