Rev. Dr. Jane V. Clark

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Jane Clark Obituary

Clark, Rev. Dr. Jane V. (nee Voelker), March 22, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Gary N. Clark; devoted mother of Douglas (Janet) Clark and Linda Clark; cherished grandmother of Zane and Jacob Clark; loving sister of the late Fay (Bill) Boyd; dear sister-in-law of Charles and Rita Clark; dear aunt of Andrew Boyd, Amy Vice, Charles Clark III and Terri Kay Denton; longtime companion of Ken Curtis. Rev. Jane was a United Methodist minister and served at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, Maplewood UMC, First UMC of Washington, MO and Centenary UMC. She served on various boards within the Missouri East Conference of the United Methodist Church as well as the Board of Curators of Central Methodist Univ. A strong supporter of the Arts, she served on the board of directors of Jazz at the Bistro, and was a founding member of CHARIS, the St. Louis Women's Chorus. Her life and ministry was spent supporting issues of justice for women and children, in particular. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, world traveler, singer, activist, mentor and friend to many. Her spirit and legacy will live on in all those whose lives she touched. Memorials preferred to Lydia's House C/O Lucie Nordmann P.O. Box 2722 St. Louis, MO 63116-0722 or Central Methodist Univ. Fayette, MO.Services:Memorial service Sun. April 1, 2:00 p.m. at Lafayette Park United Methodist Church, 2300 Lafayette, St. Louis, MO 63104. JAY B. SMITH Service 781-1115.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch from Mar. 25 to Mar. 31, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Jane Clark

13 Entries

Susan Roskos

March 19, 2022

Jane and I, Though very different from each other, Were the very best of friends in Stamford. It was no surprised when she became a minister. She was devoted to God. Miss her.

Susan Roskos

October 16, 2021

It is strange to be offering my sympathy so long after the fact.I knew Jane before she was a pastor, earlier in her Christian journey. We were very different but became best friends spiritually. She was all the things previous friends have said about her and more!Would love to be in touch with Linda.

Barbara Prosser

April 19, 2007

Jane will be remembered for many things,not least of all her bold and brilliant style. She knew how to pray, to play, to preach, to sing, to dress with flair, and how to love the best in all of us.
I watched her devotion toward her family, her church, and those in neeed. My heart is a little sad right now, but I know Jane is with God and having the time of her life. She knew no other way.
My prayers are with the family.

Julie OGuinn

March 28, 2007

Jane was my singing companion in the soprano section for many years. Thanks to her I always hit the right notes. Thanks to her, many people hit the right notes in life because of her encouragement, optimism and generosity of spirit. She will be incredibly missed by her choir family and we will cherish our memories of Jane. I am so fortunate to have shared pew and rise space with such a classy lady. With love and condolences to family and friends.

Janice Snyder

March 28, 2007

I was blessed to have Jane as one of my best friends for 25 years-thanks to the fact I had a swimming pool in my yard two blocks from the church she was serving. There is a hole in my heart that aches, but I know she will always be with us. She was one of a kind! I bet Heaven doesn't know what hit them!

Tim Sullivan

March 28, 2007

Jane Clark was always a woman on a mission. When the Gateway Men's Chorus was first approached by a group of women intent on organizing a women's chorus, Jane was at the fore, leading the charge, organizing and lifting her voice. She helped germinate so many worthwhile groups, events and actions over the course of her life. Her fighting spirit and belief in those around her will be greatly missed. I can only hope that she is now sitting around a piano with so many who went before her, singing a favorite song. For me, Jane will always be THE St. Louis woman.

Jennifer Burnham

March 28, 2007

Jane,
Such a beautiful, classy lady. I have many great memories. You provided me with the strength to get through some of the hardest times in my life. You will be greatly missed.

Dick Woodhouse

March 26, 2007

Jane, we will miss your smile, your grace, and your elegance.

Darren Chapman

March 26, 2007

Although I didn't know Jane well I have treasured memories of her singing and having a wonderful time with my dearest friend Steve Schneider, who also passed on from this world back in October. Jane - Your voice raised in song will be truly missed.

Sara Downing

March 26, 2007

I love you Jane. You were the classiest lady I have ever met.

John Thurman Wiggins

March 26, 2007

Mama Jane, you challenged and encouraged me, made me laugh and often infuriated me. I love you with all my heart and will miss you.

Kristen Wozniak

March 26, 2007

May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face, the rain fall soft up on your feet. Until we meet again

Dina Young

March 26, 2007

Members
of CHARIS - The St. Louis Women's Chorus loved Jane dearly and will
miss her deeply. Jane was integral in getting the chorus started and
was an inspiring leader throughout the chorus' history. Jane was a
class act, a consummate performer and a woman of strong convictions. On top of all that she had a flair for wearing a feather boa like nobody else! Our sincere sympathies to her family. Be assured, though, that Jane will always live on in our hearts!

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