The Funeral took place last Saturday at the cemetery of the late Mr. William Clayton, of 88 Harborough-road, Rushden, who passed away last Tuesday week at the age of 86 years. The Rev. P. Robson officiated both in the cemetery chapel and at the graveside. The coffin, which was of polished elm with brass fittings, bore the inscription:- William Clayton. Died Jan 9th 1917. Aged 86 years. The mourners comprised Mr. Wm. Clayton (brother) [son] and Mrs. F. Fox of London (daughter), Mr. Herbert Clayton (son) and Mrs. William Knight (daughter), Mr. Fred Clayton (son) and Mrs. Wm. Matthews, of Keysoe (daughter), Mr. Wm. Knight and Mrs. Wm. Clayton (son-in-law and daughter-in-law), and Mrs. Herbert Clayton and Mrs. Charles Clayton (daughters-in-law). A number of beautiful wreaths were placed on the grave. The late Mr. Clayton was a native of Rushden, and was one of the oldest residents of the town. Up to the time of his death he was in possession of most of his faculties, and could see and hear quite well. He took a keen interest in the war and up to the time of his illness used to take a daily walk down the High-street to read the newspaper placards. For very many years he was gardener to the late Mrs. Currie, of Rushden House, and later he was employed in a similar capacity by Mr. James Jaques and Mr. Charles Claridge. He was possessed of a wonderful memory, and not only could he recall the stage coach passing through Rushden, but he could also remember the old Round House which stood on the Green, and he actually helped in the demolition of that structure. He leaves five sons and five daughters, four of the family being unable to attend the funeral through illness.