Clay Bickford passed away in his sleep early Tuesday, July 1, 2025. He was born Feb. 8, 1961, to Doug and Patsy Bickford.

Clay loved his family, friends, fun and cattle most of all.

John Pearson, Clay's partner at the Lewiston Livestock Auction said it best: "Clay loved the sound of a cattle auction, whether he was on the auctioneer's block, in the crowd, at his home or even in a hospital bed."

Clay became an auctioneer in his early 20s. He donated his auctioneer skills to many county fairs. He received a "Qualifying Event Judge" at the 2014 World Livestock Auctioneers Championship.

Clay married Lori Boyer and later divorced. Years down the road he married Charla Chase "Sissy" and they also divorced.

He is survived by his sisters Cam and her husband Ben; nephew CJ Fleishman and his wife Pam; great-nephew Ty Fleishman; and great-niece Raylie Fleishman. He is also survived by niece Ellie Wallace; great-nephew Cody Augir; great-niece Chelsy Augir; and stepdad Bill Wright. Clay is now reunited with his parents, brother Chad and sisters Cappy and Chris.

A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, July 14, at the Lewiston Elks Lodge, 3444 Country Club Drive, Lewiston.

Donations may be made to the Lewis Clark Animal Shelter or to a charity of your choice.