Funeral service for Mrs. Marjorie Milam Clark, age 85 of Fayetteville, will be conducted Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Jim Black officiating. Burial will follow in Riverview Memorial Gardens beside her husband Henry Harwell Clark, who passed away in 2010 after 61 years of marriage. Mrs. Clark passed away Sunday morning in Huntsville Hospital.
Mrs. Clark was born December 15, 1928 near Taft, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Wiley Garland Milam and Ola Maddox Milam. She attended Taft Elementary School and Blanche High School. Marjorie was a wife, mother, “Gran,” aunt, cousin, and friend who loved God, home, family, and gardening.
Mrs. Clark was a homemaker, and she worked a variety of other positions, including Moore’s Food Store, Union National Bank (bookkeeper and teller), agricultural extension office, and Peggy’s Log Cabin Florist for 15 years as a floral designer. She was a member of the Washington Street Church of Christ where she actively participated in ministry including years of teaching Sunday school.
Mrs. Clark was an adult leader of Lincoln County 4-H clubs for many years, a member of the Fayetteville Garden Club, a Life Member of the Tennessee Federation of Garden Clubs, and a Certified Master Gardener.
In addition to her husband, Mrs. Clark was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Peggy Milam Hargrave and Inez Milam McAlister.
She is survived by her daughter Amy Clark of Danville, Alabama; her son Mark Clark and wife Laura, of Fayetteville; four grandchildren: Megan and husband Alex Vaughn of Soddy Daisy, Tennessee; Travis Clark of Chattanooga, Tennessee; Will and Sara Clark of Fayetteville; and three great-grandchildren Blakeli, Kingston, and Rocklin Vaughn.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Austinville Elementary School, Attn: Amy Clark Outdoor Classroom, 2320 Clara Avenue, SW Decatur, AL 35601.
Visitation with the family will be Monday evening from 3-6 p.m. at Higgins Funeral Home.
11 Comments To "Marjorie Milam Clark"
#1 Comment By Judy&Robert Strope On December 16, 2013 @ 12:11 am
Mark and Amy and families
Fond memories of both your parents makes this a sad day for everyone. Telephone memories of your dad and 4 H and garden club of your mom. My hearts were sad for her when your dad passed away and she tried to carry on without him. Your memories will hold them during your grief and you all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincere Sympathy,
Judy and Robert Strope
#2 Comment By James A. Bonner On December 16, 2013 @ 1:19 am
Amy and Mark;
I remember well both of you growing up as we were neighbors with your parents for seventeen years. It is a wonderful tribute to your parents that they were loved by so many. They were friends to all they knew and helpful in all circumstance. Kindness and generosity was their watchword for the christian life they lived. They will be missed.
Jim and Kaye Bonner
#3 Comment By Jane Osgood On December 16, 2013 @ 3:03 am
Mark, Laura and children,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.
#4 Comment By Tippy Ingram On December 16, 2013 @ 1:18 pm
She was a grand lady! You have my sympathy.
Tippy
#5 Comment By Robin Tittle On December 16, 2013 @ 2:07 pm
Mark;
My families prayers are with you and your sister during this loss of your loving mother. Words can not be found to tell you how my heart goes out to you and your family. I found this and thought you could use:
Your mother is always with you…
She’s the whisper of the leaves
as you walk down the street.
She’s the smell of bleach in
your freshly laundered socks.
She’s the cool hand on your
brow when you’re not well.
Your mother lives inside
your laughter. She’s crystallized
in every tear drop…
She’s the place you came from,
your first home.. She’s the map you
follow with every step that you take.
She’s your first love and your first heart
break….and nothing on earth can separate you.
Not time, Not space…
Not even death….
will ever separate you
from your mother….
You carry her inside of you….
In Christian Love,
Rob, Jennifer and Jessica Tittle
#6 Comment By Cricket and Billy Joe Rutledge On December 16, 2013 @ 5:14 pm
So sorry for your loss.
May your cherished memories comfort you during this period.
Both your parents were great friends.
Sincere sympathy to you and yours!
#7 Comment By Peggy G. Bevels On December 16, 2013 @ 10:03 pm
So sorry to learn of Marjorie’s passing. She was a fine lady. You’re in my heart and in my prayers.
In Christian Love,
Peggy G. Bevels
#8 Comment By Shelley On December 17, 2013 @ 1:38 am
Amy & Family,I’m so sorry for your loss.I enjoyed working with her she was so much fun.I will always cherish our friendship.Shelley
#9 Comment By Ronnie and Eloise Hudgins On December 17, 2013 @ 3:57 am
Mark, Amy and family. Marjorie was an awesome person and a great friend as well as a sister in Christ. We used to bowl together and have so much fun especially all the “inside” jokes. She was a card and loved laughter. I remember all the times we talked about our children. She loved all of you dearly. Remember all the happy times and wonderful memories you have. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
#10 Comment By JIM HOLLINGSWORTH On December 17, 2013 @ 7:10 am
BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF SOROW.
JIM HOLLINGSWORTH
#11 Comment By Renea Jones-Rogers On December 17, 2013 @ 3:45 pm
Mark:
I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you with wonderful memories and give you peace during this difficult time. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.