Tina Howell Clayton, 53, of Gastonia, NC, passed away on February 16, 2022 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. She was born in Cleveland County, NC, daughter of the late Fred Odell and Betty Lou Howell. Tina worked in the cosmetology industry for more than 20 years having owned her own shop for some time. Tina was known by everyone for her strong will and always being beautifully dressed. She had a radiance that was undeniable to everyone she met. Tina loved being with her family. Her children and grandchildren were the center of her life. Always full of encouragement, Tina could light up the room with her outgoing attitude and humor. She enjoyed her career and made a lasting impression everywhere she went. Tina was a loving mother, doting grandmother, and wonderful friend who will be missed dearly by many.

SURVIVORS: Husband: John Michael "Mikey" Clayton, Gastonia, NC

Daughters: Kayla Brooke Mudd and husband Hunter Toney, Kings Mountain, NC, and Kloe Mudd, Gastonia, NC

Grandchildren: Noah and Nicholas Toney

Siblings: Reid Horton, Asheville, NC, Debra Horton, Gastonia, NC, and Karla Cain, Kings Mountain, NC

Previous Husband: Bryan Mudd and wife Heather Brittian, Gastonia, NC

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 3:00 PM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel

VISITATION: Tuesday, February 22, 2022 from 2:00 PM to 2:50 PM prior to the service in the Parlor of Harris Funeral Home

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ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA