Clayton James Spradlin, our sweet precious first son of Melanie and Noah Spradlin. Was born at IU Riley Indianapolis, IN at 12:33am on Sunday March 8, 2026, and his heart stopped beating at 12:50am on March 8,2026.

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

As we grieve the passing of our little boy Clayton, and the life we had hoped to live and celebrate with him. He will always be in our hearts forever and always. He may of been on this earth for just a short time. Even though Clayton’s life was brief, Clayton lived a perfect life, all he knew was our love and that we loved him. We are forever grateful to those who have supported our family in this difficult time as we find peace and comfort with the passing of our sweet boy.

A celebration of life will be held at a later time per the family's request.

In lieu of flowers, Melanie and Noah suggest that donations be made to lovelucas.org to help support families through perinatal and pregnancy loss.

Arrangements and care of the family have been entrusted to: Eric MD Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Hendricks County.