Barbara A Clark's Obituary
Barbara A. Clark passed away on Saturday August 5, 2017, in her home.
She was born on April 4, 1929 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, daughter of Bryan and Adra Heise.
Barb grew up in Charleston, Illinois where she graduated from T.C. High School in 1947 and Eastern Illinois University in 1950
She was preceded in death by her husband Charles S. Clark and her sister, Betty Heise Reat.
Barb is survived by her niece Libby Reat (Jim) Lowe of Alpharetta, Georgia
And her nephew John (Lee Anne) Reat of Worthington, Ohio
Barb taught first grade for over 30 years at Southeast and William Harris elementary schools.
She was very active with several volunteer organizations and community groups.
Barb was a great friend to many people in this community who will remember her fondly.
Memorial services to celebrate the life of Barbara Clark will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 9, 2017, at the Star of Hope Chapel in the Graceland Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers please consider supporting the Decatur Animal Shelter Foundation.
The family of Barbara Clark is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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