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.
A celebration of life honoring “Nan” will be held at a later date.