Nina Clark

Nina L. Clark, 83, of Machesney Park, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on June 16, 2019. Born December 3, 1935, in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas. Married William “Bill” Clark on November 26, 1955. First and foremost, Nina was a dedicated, loyal wife and mother who showered her family with genuine affection. Her children are forever grateful that she guided them in raising their own children and teaching family first and to love unconditionally. She was talented, creative and enjoyed crocheting and soft sculpture. She loved baseball, especially watching the Cubs on TV and attending her granddaughters’ games. Survivors include her devoted husband of 63 years, William; son, James (Christine); daughter, Donna (Salah Djeribi); 6 grandchildren, Christopher (Bernadet), Jennifer (Dave), Rachael (Matt), Taylor, Julien and Gisele; 5 great-grandchildren, Alexander, Paxton, Piper, Adeline and Elijah; brother, Dorthern (Helen) Johnson; sister, Fern Marcum; several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by daughters, Karen and Teresa; and several brothers and sisters.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 20, in Delehanty Funeral Home, Ltd., 401 River Lane, with a visitation from 11:30 a.m. to time of service. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens.