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Barbara Clark Obituary

Clark, Barbara Ann 72, of Winthrop Harbor, IL awakened to the most glorious day December 31, 2013 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born June 13, 1941 in Louisville, Kentucky. She later moved to Illinois where she was married 33 wonderful years to David. She was a charter member of The Well Church in Kenosha, WI and often baked her delicious cookies for the members. She retired from Abbott Laboratories, was a member of the Women of the Moose, the Red Hat Ladies and the Dunes Lands Garden Club. While in her free time, Barbara loved to snow ski, golf and sew. Everyone loved her very much and she will be greatly missed by many. She is survived by her husband, David; children Dale Clark, Russell (Kim) Clark, Steven Clark, and Connie (John) Clark-Forsett; grandchildren, Alex, Chad, Joshua, Kirin, and Jessica; 2 great-grandchildren; a good friend and stepmom, Honey Lynn; a dear friend and niece, Daryl Albert; and many nieces, nephews and close friends. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; a stepdad, William Corbett; and a stepdaughter, Kay Clark. A funeral service will be held Monday, January 6, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Congdon Funeral Home, 3012 Sheridan Rd., Zion, IL. Visitation will take place at 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Memorial Park, Zion. Memorial donations to The Well Church Giving Hope Fund, 9001 17th Ave., Kenosha, WI 53143, would be appreciated. Please sign the online guest book at www.congdonfuneralhome.com.

Published by News Sun from Jan. 3 to Jan. 9, 2014.
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So sorry to hear the news of Barb's passing. Our thoughts are with you & family.

Jim & Carol Petersen

January 7, 2014

Dave and family,
We moved next door to your family some 50 years ago now. I remember Mrs. Clark very well. She always was so nice and always had that beautiful smile. I will miss running into her occasionally and catching up on things at the Zion Jewel like we used to for years. My thoughts are with you all.
Sincerely,
Chip Muellemann

Chip Muellemann

January 7, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family. What a great lady she will always be !!!

Janet Mihelich-Gonzalez

January 7, 2014

Dave & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that she is with God and at peace.
Linda Allen

Linda Allen

January 6, 2014

It always seem too soon when we miss such a wonderful loving person but how comforting it is to have our happy memories and prayers fill our hearts forever. May, it also be comforting to remember that God will help us through our sorrows.(Psalms 55:22)

January 4, 2014

Dave and Family
I was so saddened to hear of Barb's passing. I worked with her for years at A&P. I use to see her at Bob and Annes or out rummaging around. She was a sweet lady and know she will be missed.

Amy (Laube)Fields

January 4, 2014

I had the adventure of knowing Barb since I was in 1st grade. She was the most involved and well-known mom in our circle of friends. As the memories replay in my mind, the thing that stands out to me most and spans through out her life, is her smile. She always burned a bright smile. Even when she was mad she still smiled.

She patiently and repeatedly put up with our blanket forts; candle wax; secret languages; never ending questions; always wanting a ride to the mall or the roller rink and even the periodic raid of her closet cuz she had so many cool pairs of shoes. She was a good mom, and she loved her family beyond the typical. Anyone who ever crossed paths with her in the grocery store back in the 80s/90s… back when we used to print actual pictures… knows what I mean. Barb's ream of pictures from her wallet was taller than she was!

I am not surprised Barb continued to smile, and remained kind and active during her illness. She had beaten cancer once before. Barb always burned a bright smile. Just imagine how bright it burns in heaven. Rest in peace Barbara Ann… in Amazing Grace take GOD's hand.

Rena Simpson

January 4, 2014

I sure will miss this lady and her welcoming smile when I attend church someday, she was the friendliest person I knew there at the Well. I miss her already, God please comfort her family and friends, she was so loved.

Charlene Leonard

January 4, 2014

Barb was a beautiful person, She will be missed. Leone and Jean Scheve

January 3, 2014

Dave and Family,
David and I are so sorry for your loss. We are rejoicing though to know she is dancing with the angels. She was a beautiful person.
Blessings to you,
David and Penny Schneider

January 3, 2014

I am so very sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady, and will be missed by many. My prayers are with the family and close friends.

Jackie Russell

January 3, 2014

Our prayers & thoughts are with you & your family.
Gary & Peg Dulaney

January 3, 2014

Barb was a strong and wonderful person. It was a blessing to get to know her, and I will always have her in my heart. My deepest sympathies to Dave and their family.

Wendi Barnes

January 3, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

jerry and gail waddle

January 3, 2014

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