Clara Pauline Sexton, of Melrose, only 9 years old, died on Thursday, November 11, 2010 at the Children's Hospital of Boston. She was born on January 19, 2001 in Cambridge and moved to Melrose when she was 18 months old. Clara was a fourth grade student at St. Mary's Grammar School in Melrose, where she was very artistic, enjoyed writing and drawing. She was also a member of Miss Janice's dance class at the Melrose Dance Academy. She loved all animals, the outdoors and nature. Clara was the cherished & loving daughter of Daniel J. Sexton & Karen Anne G. MacDonald of Melrose. Cherished granddaughter of Archie & Theresa MacDonald of Nova Scotia & Pat & Marguerite Sexton of Ontario & the late Pauline Sexton. Niece of Paul & Kathleen MacDonald of Nova Scotia, Jen Sexton & Mike Lynch of New Brunswick, Bob Sexton & Norine Williamson of Toronto & Mike Sexton of Indiana. Special cousin of Big Molly, Gabe, Aiden, Little Molly & Breanna. Also survived by her dog Lauchie & puppy Huey. Funeral from the Gately Funeral Home 79 W. Foster St., Melrose on Tuesday, November 16th at 8AM. Funeral Mass for Clara will be celebrated in St. Mary's Church Herbert St. Melrose at 9AM. Family & all her friends are invited. Visiting hours Monday from 4-8PM. Interment is private. Arrangements by The Gately Funeral Home of Melrose. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her memory may be made to American Liver Foundation N.E. Div. 88 Winchester St. Newton, MA 02461 or Alagille Syndrome Alliance 10500 SW Starr Dr. Tualatin, OR 97062. For directions, or to sign guest book, visit www.gatelyfh.com