Laura G. Clark

Laura G. Clark, 87, of Autumn Care of Marion, NC died Monday, June 22, 2009 at her residence following a period of declining health. She was born June 20, 1922 in Burke County, and was a daughter of the late John Gray Gibbs and Robbie Elizabeth Poole Gibbs. For many years, Laura was a very active member of the Glen Alpine United Methodist Church, the Women’s Club of Glen Alpine, and the Choraleers. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.Laura is survived by a son, John B. Clark and wife, Melissa of Nebo, NC; grandchildren, Bratcher Clark II of Raleigh, NC, and Erin Airington of Jefferson, SC; great-grandchildren, Charlie Clark, Gibbs Clark, Olivia Airington, Tucker Airington, and Clark Airington.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Charles Clark; four brothers and five sisters.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at the Glen Alpine United Methodist Church with Rev. David Duncan officiating. Burial will follow at Burke Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Glen Alpine United Methodist Church Building Fund, PO Box 576, Glen Alpine, NC 28628. Sossoman Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.