Clayton Alan Haislup, 62, of Meridian MS, passed away on Saturday January 10, 2026 at his home. He was firstborn son to Ronald and Gloria (deceased) Haislup born on July 25,1963 in Columbus, Indiana. He was the big brother to his 4 siblings, Troy Lee (deceased), Loucinda (Mark) Tolliver of Illinois, Dorcas (Adam) Ruddick of Indiana, and Nathan Haislup of Indiana. Clayton was father to two beautiful daughters, Emily Haislup of Michigan and Eliana (Craig) Walker of Colorado. He was a beloved grandpa to three handsome grandsons Leopold Haislup, Craig Walker Jr and most recently Theodore Walker.

 From a young age he demonstrated a love for music and food and his God, Jehovah. While attending Columbus East High School, he discovered his talent in the arts. He became skilled with multiple techniques in drawing. Like his father and grandfather, Clayton discovered he had a talent for music and became a violinist. He graduated in 1981 and quickly began a new chapter of life in New York City, where he volunteered at the World Headquarters of Jehovah's Witnesses from 1981-1987. He joyfully worked as a waiter in both the Towers and 124 dining rooms in Brooklyn Heights, where he made lifelong friends. After leaving New York he married and started a family. They welcomed their beautiful daughters, Emily and Eliana into their lives and later his grandsons, Leopold, Craig Jr., and Theodore. He worked in several professions but was best known as the "paint guru" at Ace hardware in Key West Florida until he retired in 2024. 

He was part of the Key West Florida Congregation of Jehovah's witnesses until his retirement when he moved to Meridian, MS where he became an intricate part of the West Meridian Congregation. Clayton's deep love for Jehovah motivated him to volunteer his time to his ministry. He enjoyed helping others come to know his God, Jehovah, as he did. He could regularly be seen doing 'cart work,' and was involved in community events encouraging his neighbors. He was known in the congregation for his hospitality. He believed his Creator intended us to enjoy each other’s company and did so regularly, it was said that you never decline an invitation from Clayton. He enjoyed entertaining friends for Saturday morning breakfast as a way to start their day in the ministry. Clayton is described by his friends as being humble and kind, and showed personal interest in others. From his peers to little children, he made a real effort to know them remembering their name and include them in activities. Clayton was generous with his time and efforts, "if someone needed something, he'd find a way to help them." There are numerous stories of his acts of love in this regard. Perhaps his most enduring quality was his ability to make people feel safe. Being around him was calming, like nothing could go wrong. 

While his presence will be dearly missed, his smile and charm can be clearly seen in the faces of his precious grandsons. Clayton would want us to find comfort in the promise his God Jehovah gives at Isaiah 25:8 “He will swallow up death forever…And will wipe away the tears from all faces.” We so look forward to that time. 

All family, friends and neighbors are invited to Clayton's memorial service. 

Saturday, February 7th at 2pm (Central time) Visitation starting at 1pm. Meridian Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses 6351 North Hill St. Meridian, Mississippi Zoom attendance will be available Graveside ceremony at future time. (All family and friends invited): Garland Brook Cemetery (section 82 West) 501 North Gladstone Ave Columbus, IN 47201 

Memorial contributions may be made to Worldwide Work of Jehovah’s Witnesses through www.JW.or