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BORN
1920
DIED
2021
Clara Ford Obituary
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Clara was born in Barstow, IL on September 10, 1920, a daughter of the late Orville Ernest and Ila (Adams) Hofstetter. She married Robert H. Ford on August 22, 1942, they spent 57 years together before his passing.
Clara loved the Lord. Her church and her family was her life. She had been a member of Acton United Methodist Church since 1943 and was a part of the church choir for over 50 years. She touched many lives in her 101 years on this earth and was truly loved by each and every one of them.
Survivors include her sons: David (Cheryl) Ford and Daniel Ford, son-in-law: Dan Baugh, 7 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 3 step-great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild and another on the way. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Catherine Baugh and all of her siblings.
Family and friends will gather for visitation on Friday, October 15, 2021, from 11am until the time of the funeral service at 1pm at Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory, 481 W. Main St. Greenwood, IN 46142.
Memorial contributions in her name may be made to the choir fund or the missions of Acton United Methodist Church, 5650 Senour Rd. Indianapolis, IN 46239.
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Dennis Sedam
January 19, 2022
So sorry to hear of Aunt Clare's passing.
Steve Agnew
October 14, 2021
She certainly lived a full life. We extend our sincerest sympathy.
Steve and Shirley Agnew
Barbara Thompson
October 12, 2021
Clara will be missed. I always enjoyed spending time in the church kitchen with her, she could run circles around me!
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