Audrey Helen Clarke, 80, of Somerset, Wis., formerly of Duluth, died April 20, 2008, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Audrey retired from UMD as a switch board operator in 1989 after 28 years. She spent her retirement enjoying her family and friends. They moved to Somerset, Wis., in 2002. She is preceded in death by her parents, Helmer and Juanita Borgren; and brother, Calvin. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Robert; daughters, Susan Clarke of Somerset, Wis., Diane Clarke of New Hope, Minn., Gloria (Robert) Wilson of Charlotte, Mich., Roberta Clarke of New Hope, Minn., and Mary Jane (William) Larner of Perry, Mich.; sisters, Mary Ellen Thiel of Lake Villa, Ill.,, Kathy (Bernie) Anderson of Wahpeton, N.D.; sisters-in-law, Helenann Clarke of Mission Viejo, Calif., JoAnn Wain of Methuen, Mass., Patricia Archer of Denver, Colo.; 10 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the Lakeview Hospice for their comfort and care. PRIVATE MEMORIAL SERVICE:for the family will be held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery prior to burial. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Lakeview Hospice, Stillwater, Minn.
This obituary was originally published in the Duluth News Tribune.
It has been over a year now and I still miss mom alot. I take dad out to the cemetery about once a month to visit her and I hope she can hear all the things I say. It just isn't the same around here. Miss you alot.
Sue Clarke
June 09, 2009 | Somerset, WI
Family & Friends,
Today, April 30th is Mom's Birthday. Sending warm wishes to Heaven for you Mom. We Miss You.
Love, Bob, Gloria & Family
Gloria Wilson
April 30, 2008 | Charlotte, MI
GLORIA,
I WAS SO SAD TO HEAR OF YOUR MOTHER'S DEATH. I HAD SOME GOOD VISITS WHILE I WAS OUT WALKING MY DOGS. I HAVE MANY MEMORIES OF HER AS WE GREW UP TOGETHER. SHE WAS A SECOND MOM TO ME. PLEASE TAKE CARE.
LOVE,
PATTI
patti bordson
April 28, 2008 | Hillsboro, ND
I was sorry to hear about Audrey's passing. She was quite a wonderful person. I only knew her from quilt camp at Long Lake when she would come with Sue. She always had a smile and a positive comment! I am sure that all of you will miss her-but I think all that she taught you will live on for a long time!
Debbie Lind
April 26, 2008 | Two Harbors, MN
Thank you to everyone for your thoughts and prayers for my family. My grandmother meant the world and still does to me. She was such a big part of my life that I will truly miss our talks and laughs that we had together. I keep close to my heart my memories of you Grandma and will never forget the special times we had together. I guess my order will have to be second in line for a quilt! You will never be to far my thoughts and my heart! I love you and will see you again...
Janessa Wilson
April 24, 2008 | Charlotte, MI
To the family of Audrey,
I am deeply saddened by your loss. Audrey was a very special person to the family at the Main Street Cotton Shop. Over the years we have been blessed to know her and will miss her very much. Her phone calls, visits and kind words will always stay with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jean Lepper
April 24, 2008 | Redwood Falls, MN
Dear Bob and family,
I was so surprised to see Audrey's death notice in the paper. The last email I received led me to believe that all was well. Audrey was a wonderful, giving person, who loved animals more than people, I think. She would go on her walks and visit all her friends canine or human. Jack was so fond of her. He got to know her through our cocker, Charles. I wasn't fortunate to know her well, but she was always so sweet. Please accept my sympathies. Maybe she and...
Jan Smith
April 23, 2008 | Duluth, MN
To the Family of Audrey:
I worked with Audrey at UMD many years ago and saw her a few years ago at the Insurance Class for people over 55 and Audrey hadn't changed one bit. I will always remember eating lunch and working on craft projects (one of the bead necklaces that Audrey showed me how to make) I gave to my Mother-in-law and it has worked its way to my Granddaughter and she still gets compliments on it. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family. Lawrence and Phyllis Jensen
Lawrence & Phyllis Jensen
April 23, 2008 | Hermantown, MN
Thank you so much for all your thoughts and prayers. My grandma was an amazing person who left behind many who will always think of her with love. She was a large influence on my life and her legacy will continue through my wonderful memories of love, laughter, and joy. She taught me to be a strong woman by raising five strong daughters who in turn taught all of us what it means to be bold in conviction, heart, and soul. Her foundation will forever be passed on to our children. I love...
Jessica Weimer (Wilson)
April 23, 2008 | Battle Creek, MI
