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1937
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Cleo Clark Obituary
Cleo was born June 15, 1937, in New Bremen, N.Y., to Elmer Z. and Rosella (Roggie) Lehman. She was a lifelong learner who earned a master's in nursing and spent her career caring for others. She last worked as a professor at Butler County Community College. She was known as a patient, insightful and empathetic leader.
Cleo was a role model to her family and a beloved friend to many. She will be remembered for her quiet thoughtfulness and gentle nature. She loved her pets like children, was a passionate collector of dolls from around the world, and loved to decorate her warm and welcoming home for Christmas. She was a faithful follower of Christ who attended North Main Street Church of God, where she led Bible studies.
She is survived by her sister, Maietta Moshier; her brother-in-law, Michael Zehr, many nieces, nephews, friends, and her Pekingese, Bitsy, all of whom she showered with love and who miss her and loved her dearly.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Clark; her parents; four brothers, Gilbert and Esther (Roggie) Lehman, Larry and Joan (Steiner) Lehman, Milton and Ruby (Williams) Lehman and Elmer and Eileen (Zehr) Lehman; a sister, Dolores Zehr; a sister and brother-in-law, Jay and Ella Mae Lehman; her brother-in-law, Arnold Moshier; an infant sister, Beulah; and three nephews, Lloyd Lehman, Richard Lehman and Francis Lehman.
CLARK - A memorial service for Cleo Jane (Lehman) Clark, who died Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at North Main Street Church of God, 1201 N. Main St. Extension, Butler, with Pastor Brandon Lenhart officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to Mennonite Central Committee, P.O. Box 500, Akron, PA 17501-0500.
Arrangements are under the direction of THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 124 E. North St., Butler.
All who knew Cleo are encouraged to share memories and upload photos to her unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Lee and Sharon Hillwig
October 18, 2025
I loved Cleo. She was a wonderful friend. Even after we moved away she kept in contact through Facebook and cards. We will miss her quiet smiles and encouragement.
Beverly Cannon
October 17, 2025
I met Cleo through VNA when taking care of her husband she a smile that lit up a room. Her doll collection was amazing
Eula Yonts Serrino HGS class of 1963
October 15, 2025
I was a classmate of Cleo's at the House of the Good Samaritan School of nursing in Watertown, N.Y. from 1960-1963. I then lost track of her for many years until a chance meeting at a place in the Adirondacks where we were both enjoying a short vacation and a quiet evening on the little beach. We did not recognize each other until we exchanged names at the end of the evening . It was so good to see her ! She was living in Pa. and already widowed at that time. Our next, and sadly our last, meeting was at our 50 year reunion. Again, wonderful to see her. She was somewhat older, and considerably more mature than the rest of us when she entered the nursing profession, but she was a remarkably kind person who was always willing to help in whatever way she was able. Two of us were just the other day wondering if she was still with us, and now we know. Even though I rarely saw Cleo, I will miss her.
Dacia
October 14, 2025
I was so very saddened to hear of Cleo´s passing. She was truly one of the most kind-hearted people I have ever known. I will fondly remember our many, many chats and dog walks together over the years. Rest peacefully, my dear friend.
Barbara Stanko
October 14, 2025
My deepest sympathy to Cleo´s sister & family. I´m a neighbor of Cleo´s & will miss seeing her walking her dog in the mornings. She was such a lovely person always with a smile & a warm hello. She´ll now be walking with all those furry friends in heaven.
God Bless Her.
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