Clayton J. Vangsness, 86, of Kenyon, died Friday, August 21, 2015 at the Kenyon Sunset Home. He was born January 30, 1929 in Roseglen, ND to Clarence and Esther (Foss) Vangsness. Clayton then moved with his family in 1936 to the Kenyon area on a farm near Holden Lutheran Church. Clayton attended Norway Country School, and helped his parents farm eventually taking over the family farm, raising Holstein Cattle, and hogs. He was very faithful and dedicated to taking care of the animals and the farm. Clayton also worked for Jim Buelke at the greenhouse in Wanamingo, and helped other local farmers. He was a lifelong member of Holden Lutheran Church. He loved his dog "Gertie" and his cat "Buddy". Clayton is survived by two sister in laws Beverly Vangsness of Adams, and Pat Vangsness of Faribault, nephews, Steve, David, Craig, Arden, and Eldon Vangsness, and nieces Marlys Stehr, and Karen Vangsness Trom. He is also survived by many cousins, and a special thanks to cousin Jim Foss for all of his help. Clayton was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Leverne, and Dwain, nephew Brian, and sister in law LaVerne. Funeral services will be held Tuesday August 25, 2015 at 2:00 PM at Holden Lutheran Church with Pastor Heather Culuris officiating. Visitation will be for one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be in the Holden Cemetery. Memorials are preferred to the Holden Lutheran Church, or Holden Lutheran Cemetery. Michaelson Funeral Home of Kenyon is handling arrangements. Visitation: 08/25/2015 13:00 08/25/2015 14:00 Service: 08/25/2015 14:00