Mother Ruth Catherine Allen Clark Obituary in Wadesbaro at Smith's Funeral Home

Obituary For Mother Ruth Catherine Allen Clark

Our dearest mother, Ruth Catherine Allen Clark was one of twelve children born to the late James Eugene and Jane Wall Allen on July 19, 1923 in Anson County, North Carolina; she transitioned gracefully from this earthly world on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at the age of 100 in the presence of her daughters.

Catherine received her formal education at West Ansonville School. At an early age, she confessed Christ and joined Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Ansonville, N.C. Catherine was a faithful, dedicated and lifelong member. Throughout her membership, she served as a Sunday school teacher, usher and Senior choir member. As an addition to her roles, Catherine also served on the kitchen committee. Catherine was a member of Shining Star #649, OES, PHA; she held the position of treasurer during her membership.

Catherine was joined in holy matrimony to John Underwood Clark, who preceded her in death. To this union nine children were born.

Catherine worked in various positions during her career: domestic engineer, teacher aide, and school dietician. Catherine retired from Anson County School leaving an impact on staff and students. She enjoyed attending ceramic classes, cooking jack pies, dancing/music, watching TV and spending time with family.

In addition to her parents and spouse, Catherine was preceded in death by one daughter, Rose Mary Clark Long; two sons, Richard Underwood Clark and David Eugene Clark and a grandson, Travis Lamont Clark; siblings, Hampton Allen, Mary Swiner, Jennie Lee Bloomfield, Helen Allen, Richard Anson Allen, Tom Allen, Mattie Allen, Clarence Allen, Pine Allen and William Allen.

She leaves to cherish her most precious and fond memories are two sons, John Clark Jr. (Myrtle) of Charlotte, NC and Robert Clark of Wadesboro, NC; four daughters, Ruth Williams of Ansonville, NC, Patti Clark of Charlotte, NC, Betty Clark and Lucille Tillman (Curtis) of Ansonville, NC; one sister, Marie Matthews of Winston Salem, NC; 12 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

The Services to Honor the Life and Legacy of Mother Clark will be on Sunday, December 10, 2023, 1:00pm, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Ansonville, North Carolina. Interment will be in the family plot of the Church Cemetery.

The Clark Family will greet family and friends on Sunday, December 10, 2023 from 12:30-1:00pm at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church and at all other times at the residence.

The public viewing will be on Friday, December 8, 2023 from 3:00-5:00pm at Smith Funeral Home and on Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 1:00-3:00pm.

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Mary Evelyn Allen sent Mixed Spray for Mother Ruth Catherine Allen Clark - December 07, 2023

Our Prayers and thoughts are with the Family. Evelyn, Richard III, and Kennieth Allen

Jacqueline N Ezzell sent Sympathy Spray for Mother Ruth Catherine Allen Clark - December 07, 2023

The Ezzell and Allen families share in your grief over losing your mother. Remember that she is in heaven with God and his angels. We love all of you forever.
Jackie Ezzell

Carolyn Bynum sent Exquisite Tribute Standing Spray for Mother Ruth Catherine Allen Clark - December 05, 2023

We love you dearly and will miss you. Your nieces: Geraldine, Mary Anna, Wilma, and Carolyn

Our sincere condolences to the family of "Mother Ruth Catherine Allen Clark". We are very sorry for your loss. Delane Rorie and Family

Some of my fondest memories are from visiting Aunt Catherine and family for 4th Sunday and eating all of her delicious cooking. She made sweet pickles that rivaled Delmonte & Heinz ~ Coming home won't be the same without you.

Sincere condolences to the Clark Family. May you be surrounded by God's love and gentle care during this time of bereavement. With heartfelt sympathy, Betty T. Phillips

Sorry to hear of your loss may God be of Great comfort and the strength through scripture along with pray! - Davis Family

The Ezzell and Allen families are honored to have known and loved Mrs. Clark. Our relationship began when we moved to Ansonville in 1961 and continues today. Mrs. Clark and our mother were best friends and we feel that in heaven, Mama greeted her friend saying, "Cat, I have been waiting for you." We hope that you are comforted knowing that your mother was a friend first, loved God and her family, a community helper, and always carried a smile and positive greeting. We will never forget her or you. Jacqueline (Jackie) Ezzell and family

Prayers 🙏 for the family. Lonnie Taylor

Sorry for your loss, praying for the family. Walter and Willie Mae Sturdivant.

Sending our Sincere Condolences, and deepest heartfelt sympathy in the home going of our precious Cousin Mother Ruth Catherine Allen Clark. Sorry we are unable to be there with you at this time, but please know your Cousins are in our thoughts and prayers.
From your Cousins The Smith Family

Our sympathy and prayers to the family. We will always remember and cherish her warmth and loving kindness. We love you, Meta McGhee and family (The Delaware Connection)

To the Clark Family sending our deepest sympathy in the loss of you dear mother Praying God will give you all strength and comfort in this most difficult time. CW and Ruby Jennings

To Lucille Tillman and Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your mom. I'll be praying for peace over your family.
Love Tomika Brown and Family