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Nancy Clark Obituary
Nancy Clark passed on at Christiana hospital surrounded by her loving family, July 21st, 2013.
Nancy was born December 30th, 1958 in Wilmington, DE and was the daughter of the late Albert "Buddy" and Lillian Brawders Clark.
Nancy was a 1976 graduate of Claymont High School and attended the University of Delaware to pursue her career in business.
Words cannot describe her faith and love for her family and friends, they meant everything to her. Nancy always maintained a great sense of humor and had the ability to light up a room even through tough times. The best lesson she taught her family and friends is that each day is a gift and a simple smile and a sincere hello could mean the world to someone to make a difference. Nancy was an angel to us all during her time with us and she will continue to be. She measured her own life by the impact she made on another person's life. Nancy was involved in countless organizations to help others but her true passion was her church, St. Joseph Church in Wilmington.
Everyone is deeply saddened by Nancy's passing and she will be greatly missed. Her adventurous spirit and friendly nature created a tribe and a village of support and love that will always be. We know Nancy will be with us in our hearts forever remembering all of her incredible stories, her beautiful smile, her joyous laughter, and her loving and kind heart. Thank you so much to everyone- you were all her angels!
Nancy's loving family includes her sisters and their families:
Linda MacKenzie, husband Scott, son Ryan with Adrienne and Asher, son Kyle.
Sharon Thornton, husband Michael, son Brendan, daughter Mikayla, daughter Beth Huovinen with Steve, Isabel, and Finley.
Nancy is also survived by an uncle, aunts, and many loving cousins as well as Bella, her beloved Pug.
A very special thanks to the caring staff at the Helen Graham Center and the MICU at Christiana Hospital.
Family and friends may visit with her family from 9-11 am on Friday, July 26 at St. Joseph Church, 1012 N. French St., Wilmington, DE 19801 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11am. Interment will immediately follow in Lawn Croft Cemetery, Linwood PA. Due to limited parking at the church, shuttle busses will be provided from the Riverfront parking lot by Iron Hill Brewery, 620 Justison St. There will also be limited parking by the church for only those going to the cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, if any contributions want to be made, Nancy would want it to go to St. Joseph Church at the above address.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Clark
Keith Brofsky
August 5, 2013
My sincere condolences and sympathies to Nancy's family and friends. I was a CHS classmate and despite the years between then and now, I can still see her amazing smile and feel that energy she emanated every time she entered the room. She will be missed but not forgotten.
Jackie Nagle
July 28, 2013
My dear, dear friend Nancy, I will always remember you and all our great times together through the many years. God keep you and bless you forever, our angel. Until we meet again, Love you always, Jackie. My deepest sympathy, prayers and thoughts are with Nancy's family and God give them strength through this difficult time.
July 28, 2013
Love and will miss you
Rosalinda Ross
July 27, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Clark & Lynch families.
Karen Leider Johnson
July 26, 2013
So sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. Great memories from high school and hoping the family are blessed with many of their own.
Terri Fangman-Frakes
July 26, 2013
To all of Nancy's family and friends I wish you peace in knowing Nancy is with her Lord and all family and friends who have gone before her.
It is not for us to know why people we love are taken way before their time.
Nancy will live in your hearts, minds and memories forever. Only time will ease the pain that never truly leaves you.
My deepest sympathies to all as you try to cope with your loss of Nancy's beautiful spirit here on earth.
Melissa Holcroft-Asprion
July 26, 2013
Linda, Sharon and the entire Clark Family,
My heart is heavy for all of you. I haven't seen Nancy since our family left Darley Road in 1969, but she was an amazing childhood friend and I have thought of her often. May God bless all of you during this difficult time.
Geneva (Bailes) DiPalma
July 26, 2013
Sharon and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking and praying for you and your family.
Michael Downs
July 26, 2013
Linda, Sharon and families. I was so sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies as you deal with her loss. Though I hadn't seen her in many years I have many fond memories of her and her friends during our years together at Claymont High School. I know her charming personality and lively spirit were a joy to many throughout her life.
Sandy (Seeberger) Fischer
July 26, 2013
Sharon and Linda and families,
My father in law, Harry Fischer, sends his sincere condolences. He and your dad were childhood friends. Although he hasn't seen you 'children' in many years, He said you had such a nice family. He was saddened to hear of Nancy's passing.
Gigi Law
July 26, 2013
"Some people come into our lives, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never the same".-- Unknown
This is true when I think of Nancy...she had the gift to make each and everyone she met feel like they were special. I will miss you my friend but have memories of you that will make me smile forever......
Ann Yanchura
July 26, 2013
Blessings, love and prayers for Linda and her family. I know how much you and your sister loved each other.
July 25, 2013
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS remember the Clark family living next door in Claymont to my aunt and uncle and their two daughters. sincerely, Marie Massarelli
Liz Aulisa-Waters
July 25, 2013
Linda, Sharon & Family,
My prayers are with all of you. Though I did not know Nancy well,whenever I saw her, we would have such a nice conversation. Her love and pride for all of you was apparent. Her joy for life and kind spirit were evident. To say her's was a life well lived would be an understatement.
Sandy Zimmerman
July 25, 2013
Linda and all your family: I really didn't know your sister except from her younger days at Claymont. From all the nice things people have commented she must have been wonderful and friendly just like you. My prayers are with you and your entire family.
Lisa (Paulson) Lech
July 25, 2013
Nancy's smile is the window that let her heart shine through to all who met her.Please accept my condolences from a native "Claymonter." The healing from loosing a special sister can only start by cherishing the wonderful times you shared and knowing that so many people loved her.
Mick Stanziale
July 25, 2013
Sharon, Linda & your families: So deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely,
Ronnie Towles
July 25, 2013
I echo the thoughts and sentiments of all here. First, my prayers and condolences to the family and all her friends at this tough time. Second, yes heaven just got a gift and is a much better place. Lastly, May God Hold Her Close until the rest of us get to see and hear her again.
Ronnie Towles
Ron Osbourn
July 25, 2013
Nancy / I think I was your Manager at Beneficial/ You were a joy to be around and kept us all laughing/ I will never forget you. God bless and keep you.
Lynn Jump
July 25, 2013
Dear Linda and Sharon,
I am so saddened to read of Nancy's passing. I was just thinking of you guys as I drove past your old house last Friday. Nancy; like you two and your mom - had that awesome smile and laugh! Nancy always was smiling and giggling! What a joy & honor it is to have grown up with all of you. Nancy was always positive and put everyone first - she brightened up a room and always threw her arms around you to make you feel loved. I will miss her dearly! My love and prayers to you two and your families.
July 24, 2013
Nancy was the first friend I ever remember having. She had the same loving personality at age 5. So many great childhood memories. Although I hadn't seen her in years, we had and have a friendship bond forever.
July 24, 2013
Nancy,
It's me. Yeah, you know who. This really SUCKS! Why? Because I won't be able to hear you laugh at my corny jokes for a while!! I love you. You were always great!! Tell Uncle Bud, Mommom, and Poppop I said "Hi". xxxxoooo
Debbie Thomas-moser
July 24, 2013
My prayers are with you during this difficult time
Susan Dilks
July 24, 2013
Nancy - thank you for the beautiful, happy and crazy memories I will forever hold close to my heart. You truly were the meaning of a "best friend." I still laugh at your silly stories - and the times we had together. Please continue to shine over us girl and know how much you impacted those you came into contact with. I am truly blessed to have had the time with you. Your friendship was and always will be one of the most special times in my life, and for that I say...thank you friend. Until we meet again...With All My Love
Sherry (Drill) Twaddell
July 24, 2013
Dear Sharon, Linda and families: I am very sorry for your loss of such a special person. Thinking of you all.
Jude Quinn
July 24, 2013
I met Nancy 6 years ago when I interviewed for my current job. Her bubbly personality drew me in and was a major factor in my decision to take the job. While we didn't get to spend much time together, I will always remember her. What a beautiful spirit she will always be!
Serenity now and forever.
Michael LaBree
July 24, 2013
Nancy's gift to the world will be on display Friday at her service. There will be family members and many friends in attendance. Her love for people always shined and Nancy never met a stranger. She was kind to everyone and always smiled. I loved Nancy for just being a really neat person with a super huge heart. May God bless you all as you struggle with this. Just rest assured knowing she is comfortable, happy and watching over all of us. She has been given her heavenly body, something many of us look forward to one day.
July 24, 2013
To Nancy's family: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Nancy's legacy will live on forever. I get a smile on my face ever time I think of Nancy. she was the person who could be laughing and you may not know what she was laughing about but you joined in her laughter. she was a wonderful sincere person. God Bless you and Nancy will watch over and take care of her family and friends.
July 24, 2013
Nobody will forget that smile of yours and what a good friend you were to everyone! You will be missed and Heaven just received a wonderful Angel! Love Sue Vikari
Tim Conroy
July 24, 2013
Sharon and Linda and family I can't tell you how sorry I am to hear of Nancy's passing there is no way to prepare for such a untimely passing I do believe with all my heart she is in a better place and her memory will keep her alive forever she lives in your hearts please know that your in my thoughts and prayers ..Tim Conroy and family...
Mary and Tommy O'Connor
July 24, 2013
Heaven just became a much better place! Nancy, you will always be loved and never forgotten. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Sandy (Seeberger) Fischer
July 24, 2013
To Nancy's family and beloved friends: So sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. Nancy was such a sweet person. The thing that keeps coming to mind is that Nancy didn't waste a single minute being sad, angry, or miserable. She squeezed a lot of life into her short time here on earth. May God bless her and watch over her family and friends.
July 24, 2013
Sincere thoughts and prayers extended to Nancy's family and close friends. I am so sorry for your loss. Ellen Haldeman Browning
Alison Proud Gibbons
July 24, 2013
Heaven has received another beautiful angel. Sending love and prayers to Nancy's family and friends.
Christine (Proud)
July 24, 2013
God's peace to all.
Linda Hawthorne
July 24, 2013
My loving angel, what can I say except that I cannot even imagine not speaking to you every day like always. I will continue to talk to you every evening and remember my Golden Girl that Rue and Maude will see you again in heaven. We love and miss you so much. God be with your loving family and friends at this time.
Judy Schreck
July 24, 2013
Nancy is truly and ANGEL and I have been so blessed to know her. I just hope she knew what an impact she had on others' lives. That beautiful smile is etched in my heart until we meet again... Thanks for being a wonderful friend Nancy. Love you
Rose Saggione
July 24, 2013
Dear Sharon, Linda and Families,
My heart is breaking for all you. I had the pleasue of becoming Nancy's friend after we met at FuturTech. She truly was a wonderful, kind and loving person. I am unable to attend the service due to a work conflict but want you to know how very sorry I am and how much she touched my life. My prayers are with all of you. May the God she loved so much help you during this time of sorrow. I will miss her!
Maureen Figliola
July 24, 2013
We have another angel in heaven to watch over us. May God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Love, Maureen & Joe Figliola
Kathy Szewczuk-Coryell
July 24, 2013
Thoughts and prayers! Nancy may you RIP.
July 23, 2013
May the God who gives peace be with Nancy's family as they grieve the loss of her.
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