Mary A. Clark, 83, of Marion, formerly of Iowa Falls, died suddenly on Friday, April 23, 2010. Celebration of Life: 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at the Marion Christian Church in Marion. Family will greet friends from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Marion. Burial: 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday at Union Cemetery, Iowa Falls. Luncheon: 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, First Christian Church, Iowa Falls, Iowa.
She is survived by her daughter, Cherie Clark and her son-in-law, John E. Vikdal; a sister-in-law, Pat Clark; several nieces, nephews and many, many friends.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents; husband; 3 brothers; and 2 sisters.
Mary was born April 11, 1927 in Kesley, Iowa. On September 6, 1948, Mary was united in marriage to Donald D. Clark in Hampton, Iowa. He died in 1994. She was a lover of life and all things living, especially trees, plants, and animals. Mary always loved her neighbors and was very supportive of the Disability Community. She was an active member of the Marion Christian Church.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Brookview for their wonderful care.
Memorials may be directed to P.A.D.S. (Peer Action Disability Support), PO Box 883, Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-0883, in honor of Mary.
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