"Many thoughts and prayers for the Clark family during this difficult time. Hope you?re able to find some comfort to help along the way. Love ya Jimmy. -The Bitterman?s "
In loving memory of
Thelma I. Clark
February 6, 1931 - March 9, 2020
Thelma Clark
Canton-Thelma I. Clark, 89, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2020 at Red Oak Estates in Canton.
She was born on February 6, 1931 in Canton to Joseph and Annie (Hardy) Shaw. They raised Thelma in St. David. They preceded her in death.
She married Robert H. Clark on September 5, 1951 in Canton. He preceded her in death on August 24, 1999.
Surviving are her sons, Jerry Clark of Spokane Washington, John (Rhonda) Clark of Canton, Illinois, Jim (Pam) Clark of Cambridge, Illinois, four grandchildren, Sam, Jennifer, Steve and Lauren, one step grandchild, Ryan and two great grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death are her siblings, Margaret Shaw, Mary Rakestraw, Robert Shaw, James Shaw, John Shaw and Joseph Shaw.
Thelma graduated from Canton High School and later after her marriage was a homemaker and enjoyed working in her yard, knitting, reading and visiting her neighbors.
She greatly enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.
She was a warm and caring mother and grandmother and had a good sense of humor and a great deal of patience.
Cremation rites have been accorded by Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton per her wishes. A graveside burial of the ashes will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2020, at St Joseph Cemetery in Canton at 1pm. There will be no visitation.
Memorials may be made to St Jude's Children's Hospital.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"I will be thinking of you Jerry, John, and Jim during this difficult time. Even though leaving Canton 40 + years ago, I still have fond memories of Thelma in her role as a "block mom". There should be a special award for raising three boys of her own. She is a big reason why Van Dyke Dr. and Canton was a great place to grow up. My condolences to your families. Wayne Shumaker"
"Jerry, Jim and John sorry to hear about your Mom. You all were such good neighbors. May you be comforted during this time! Marshall Shumaker"
"Our deepest sympathy to Aunt Thelma?s family. We will always miss her. It was always such a joy to share her company. Great lady!"
"John, Jim, & Jerry, We were so sorry to hear of your Mom?s passing. I have such good memories of your Mom. She was a special lady. Our thoughts are with your family. Diane & Mike Parkinson"
"Please accept our most sincere condolences."
"I was so sorry to learn of the death of Thelma. My condolences to all of the family."
"I didn't know Thelma until she came to Red Oak, but it was an honor to get to know her and take care of here. She had the nicest smile and I always looked forward to seeing it! Brenda Lybarger,former nurse at Red Oak"