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AVON CLARK Obituary
AVON MILAM CLARK "Bonnie" (Age 83)
On Monday, October 26, 2015, formerly of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late James Scholl Clark; mother of James Michael, Patrick Scholl, Christopher David (Kay),Timothy Milam (Chris Amy) and Kathryn Clark (Brady) Miller; grandmother of Joseph, Selena, Sylvie, Timothy, Frances, Aidan, Henry, and Kendall; daughter of the late Eugene B. and Iva H. Milam; sister of Frances (Melvin) Deyerle, Calvin (Mildred) Milam, James Milam, Alvin (Patricia) Milam, David (Melissa) Milam, and the late Marvin (Jean) Milam. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Relatives and friends may call at St. Bernadette's Church, 72 University Blvd. East, Silver Spring, MD, on Friday, October 30, 2015 from 10 to 11 a.m., with Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Contributions, in her memory, may be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, P.O. Box 780, New York, NY 10008. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for AVON CLARK
Jeannette Clark McNair
October 28, 2022
Bonnie was one of my best friends! We raised our children together and shared many wonderful times together
Frances M. Deyerle
November 8, 2015
Avon, my dear sister, my heart still grieves to see your beautiful smiling face. Though death has separated us, our bond will always be strong. Rest in Gods' loving arms. Sisterly love that binds forever and ever. Frances
November 7, 2015
Bonnie, may you now Rest in Peace with Jimmy, the love of your life, along with the Lord Who is the epitome of ALL LOVE.
My Blessing always,
(Fr.) Jerry Loftus
November 7, 2015
My condolences to your family. Bonnie was a dear friend I had the pleasure of working with many years ago. She was a rock for me when I so needed her. Rest peacefully my friend.
Susan mcgeorge
Jeannette Clark McNair
November 4, 2015
Grief never ends - but it changes
It is a passage, not a place to stay
Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor a lack of faith
It is the price of love
Christopher Clark
November 3, 2015
To Mom, I wanted to thank you for being born a Milam. You see, my adopted son Joseph, and his biological family are Milam kin, we are related back 7 generations, about 1728 when we hook back together, so, thanks to you Mom, I adopted my own DNA. Cound not have done this without you. LOVE, Christopher
Christopher Clark
November 3, 2015
To Mike,Pat,Tim,and Kathy. Thank you for your thoughts to me about Mom passing on my B-day,she gave me life on 26 Oct, and I share her finding heaven on this same day. It now is a very special day indeed to me, Thanks, Chris
Dick Lafferty
October 31, 2015
Bonnie my eternal thanks to you and Jimmy for introducing Lois and me ll those years ago. Rest in peace.
Richard Green
October 31, 2015
I'm so very, very sorry for your loss... May the most high God comfort you during this difficult time. (Psalms 83:18)
Jill Ortman-Fouse
October 31, 2015
Such a beautiful picture. Keeping the Clark family in my thoughts and prayers. I know she was well loved. Grace and peace.
Susan Frizzell-Longo
October 29, 2015
Bonnie, I will never forget you. Always such a sweet kind soul. I will always treasure our friendship. Rest In Peace I will see you again someday
Kent Keith
October 29, 2015
God bless you Bonnie and thank you for being there for me.
Kent
Cindi Stone
October 29, 2015
God bless you Bonnie, rest in Gods everlasting peace. Remembering the old days with my mom and dad and having great breakfasts. You will be thought of often and loved. Best, Stone/Prichard Family
Jeannette Clark McNair
October 29, 2015
What wonderful memories I have of our lives when our families were growing up together. God Bless you my wonderful sister-in-law. I will never forget your sweet smile and generous ways. Love, Jeannette Clark McNair
October 29, 2015
Rest in peace Aunt Bonnie. Love, Mary Lee and Bill.
October 29, 2015
Please accept my condolences and may you find comfort in God's Word, knowing that He cares for us. 1 Peter 5:6,7
Aunt Bonnie, Kathy and Grandaughter Francis
October 29, 2015
Aunt Bonnie admiring her cake. It was a really great celebration
Aunt Bonnie, Kathy, Timmy and Chris
Linda Clark Foy
October 29, 2015
Another wonderful picture of Aunt Bonnie, Kathy, Timmy and Chris at her 80th birthday celebration.
Dale Clark
October 29, 2015
We all loved you aunt Bonnie , thanks for all the great memories when we were kids , I know your resting in a better place now
Aunt Bonnie and Timmy at her 80 Birthday celebration
Linda Clark Foy
October 29, 2015
I have many fond memories of my Aunt Bonnie and God Mother. She was a warm, sweet, wonderful Aunt. I miss her very much. Picture of Aunt Bonnie and Timmy at her 80th birthday celebraton. She looks beautiful and very happy. You were loved by so many. Rest in peace Aunt Bonnie.
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