Marie Clark
April 26, 1943 -
October 16, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Marie A. "Nan" Clark, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. After a courageous, three-year battle with leukemia, Marie passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at her residence in Pleasant Prairie, WI, surrounded by her loving family.
Marie was born on April 26, 1943, in Waukegan, IL, to the late Maurice and Grace (Sponenburg) Deloof. She attended local schools, and on May 11, 1963, she was united in marriage to Edward Clark at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Wadsworth, IL.
Marie dedicated her life to her family, serving as a loving housewife and nurturing her children and grandchildren with unwavering love and care. She took pride in creating a warm and welcoming home for her family, making countless memories that will be cherished for generations to come. Marie found true joy in spending time with her family at various sporting events, activities, and particularly in her happy place, Eagle River, Wisconsin. Her traveling adventures with "Pops" will provide for such joyful memories and entertaining stories for years to come. Marie's unwavering love and dedication to her family were unparalleled, evident in her every action and decision.
Marie is survived by her beloved husband, Edward Clark; daughters, Colette Erbach and Cheree Molitor; grandchildren, Tayler (Kayla), Trever (Kelly), and Tanner Erbach, Kelsey (Scott) Schmitt, and Kody Molitor; and great-grandchildren Brayden and Braxton Erbach, and Breckyn and Billie Grace Schmitt.
Marie's kindness, warmth, and love will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her. May she rest in eternal peace knowing that her prayers will be answered and, together, her family will carry on her legacy and find comfort in the cherished memories they shared.
Service Info
A celebration of life honoring "Nan" will be held at a later date.
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Linda Posson OakesVery sad to read this … I have the best memories of Marie & Ed … best friends of my cousin Karen & John Sherin. You will fly high Marie, you were an angel on earth. Thinking of Ed and your children … a great loss ?
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Penny Radke-BailitzDearest Ed and Family, so very sorry to hear of Marie’s passing. I remember so many years when the four of us attended a “baby” class at that the hospital offered. Sending prayers and love to all of you on this sad day. Always remember to keep your happy memories close in your heart that will give you strength . Love to all, God Bless, Penny Bailitz
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Nancy Hatch BrownI was so saddened to hear of Marie's passing We were friends and neighbors. The two of us began school together as the only two first graders at Stafford School and then continued through our years at Warren. We were blessed to live in a simpler and very happy time. My condolences to Ed and family
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Kymberly KitterWe have all been working at E.D. Clark School Photography for 10+ years, and feel very fortunate to have been able to work for such a wonderful lady. The business she and her husband created is a lasting legacy to the Clark name. Since I started, I've heard so many stories about how Marie worked to help shape the business. Working at a school all morning then bringing everything back to their home to work into the night. She once broke her foot and joked about how they made her work injured, but I suspect it was her that decided to go to work. Marie was so many things to so many people, but to us she was a smart business woman who helped create a thriving business. Kym, Hillary, & Miguel The E.D. Clark Management Team
