Clayton James Spradlin

Clayton James Spradlin, the cherished first son of Melanie and Noah Spradlin, was born at IU Riley Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana, at 12:33 a.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2026. His heart stopped beating just seventeen minutes later at 12:50 a.m. that same morning.

He is survived by his loving parents, Noah and Melanie Spradlin, and his two fur sisters, Ellie and Bailey, of North Salem. Clayton is also survived by his grandparents, Michael and Michele Hammar of Indianapolis and Jody Spradlin of Martinsville; great-grandparents Michael and Barbara Schlagel of North Salem, John and Elizabeth Parsons of Indianapolis, and Gilbert and Linda Hawkins of Martinsville; as well as aunts and uncles Madelynn Hammar, Sarah Parsons, Kyle Parsons, Katlyn Spradlin, Josiah Spradlin, Nick (Faun) Spradlin, and Marty (Logan) Roembke. Many great-aunts, great-uncles, and cousins also survive him.

Though his time on earth was measured in minutes, Clayton lived a perfect life surrounded only by the love of his parents. He will remain forever in the hearts of his family, who grieve the son they hoped to raise and the life they dreamed of sharing with him. His family is deeply grateful for the support they have received during this profound loss.