"I am sorry to learn about the death of Geraldine Clark. This must have been a difficult time for all. Therefore, I am forwarding scripture to bring solace. Please, read the following scriptures: James 4:14, John 6:35-40, 44 and john 11:25, 26."
In loving memory of
Geraldine E. Clark
December 8, 2010
Geraldine Elaine Clark, one of eight children of Ann Marie (Womboldt) and Thomas Fort, was born on August 25, 1918 in Red Oak, Iowa. She grew up in Red Oak and attended school through the eighth grade. Geraldine worked odd jobs and cleaned homes.
Geraldine and Marion Robert Clark, better known as "Bud", were married in Rock Port, Missouri on December 7, 1935. They made their home in the Hastings, Iowa area where Bud farmed until 1957 when they moved to the Mulholland farm south of Malvern, Iowa. Their marriage was blessed with five children, Marian Elaine, Charles William, Janice Louise, Thomas Lester, and Steven Wayne.
Geraldine enjoyed caring for her home and family. She raised a large vegetable garden each year and the family was treated to her homemade cooking, canning, and baking. Everyone enjoyed her monster cookies and homemade breads. Geraldine enjoyed flowers; red roses and lilacs were her favorite, and she loved shoes. Her children were dear to her heart and "Grandma Jerry" enjoyed being able to baby-sit her grandchildren.
Bud and Geraldine had been married for 64 years when Bud died at their home on September 12, 2000. Geraldine continued to live in their home until moving to Red Oak, Iowa in 2000. Due to declining health, Geraldine moved in 2007 to the Good Samaritan Center in Red Oak, where she passed away on December 8, 2010. She had attained the age of 92 years, 3 months, and 13 days.
Geraldine was preceded in death by her parents; husband Bud; sons, Tom Clark and Charles Clark; brothers, Edward Fort and wife Marjorie, Marvin Fort and wife Betty, Gordon "Corky" Fort, and Thomas Fort; sisters, Eileen Fort, as a child, Nadine Oakleaf and husband Ruben, Maxine Christiansen and husband Bill; brothers-in-law, Leo Clark, Roy Viner and wife Ruby, and Charlie Clark; and sister-in-law Rhea Clark.
Geraldine is survived by her children, Elaine Campbell and husband Robert of Lincoln, NE, Janice VanMeter and husband Harold of Red Oak, IA, Steve Clark of Littleton, CO; sister Marilyn Lee of Creston, IA; half sisters, Twila Erickson and Sherry Bradway, both of Council Bluffs, IA; sisters-in-law, Marilyn Fort of Clarinda, IA, Della Fort of Lake Villa, IL, and Nina Clark of Glenwood, IA; brother-in-law Harold Clark and wife Adeline of Falls City, NE; seven grandchildren; many great grandchildren; nieces and nephews; other relatives and host of friends.
Memorial suggested to Good Samaritan Center, Red Oak, Iowa.
Tributes
"I was so sorry to hear about Geraldine. Seems like she lived a full life. And I am sure your family has many wonderful memories of her. At times like this the Bible comforts me so much. John 11:11-44 shows when Jesus resurrected Lazarus. Jesus said that Lazarus was just sleeping and then he resurrected him. He was showing what he would do on a grand scale soon. Jesus said in John 5:28&29 there would come a time when those in the memorial tombs would hear his voice and come out. This would also be at a time when Revelation 21:3&4 says there will be no more tears, pain or death. This would all happen when God's Kingdom comes, the same kingdom that Jesus taught us to pray for in the Lord's Prayer. What a wonderful prospect for Geraldine and all those in the memorial tombs now. We express our deepest sympathy. We hope you find comfort in this time of loss. "
"We are sorry to hear of my sister's passing. We did not know until Friday night. She will be missed! She was my last sibling alive. Prayers to the family Aunt Marilyn Jeff Anstey, Lynn Anstey, Terry Madison Chad Lee"
"I was lucky enough to meet Geraldine in 2000 when she moved to Red Oak into one of our rental properties. I remember talking to Geraldine about her husband, family, and all of the years on the farm. I quickly recognized Geraldine's true love for her family. She told me many stories and several that I will remember. Geraldine was definitely a very warm and kind person. Geraldine will be missed. Audie Rainey"
"Just a note for Geraldine's family...I've known Geraldine for many years and enjoyed visiting with her when she came to the drug store in town. We shipped many UPS packages for her filled with homemade goodies to Colorado. I always told her "we really needed to taste-test first"...that twinkle would be in her eyes and she'd laugh. She will be truly missed."
"Steve, Just wanted to let you know I was thinking of you. It is hard to tell a parent good-bye but they will always be in our heart. Fran (Benedict) Olson"