Patricia Clark

Patricia "Pat" Clark, 67, left this life unexpectedly Monday, Dec. 15, 2014, at her home in the arms of her husband.

She was born Dec. 18, 1946. Pat graduated from Collinsville High School in Illinois and soon after married Thomas E. Clark Sr. She and Tommy celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary July 17, 2014.

She was a dedicated and loving friend, an exceptional caretaker and inseparable companion to her husband. Pat and Tom have two children, Thomas E. Clark Jr. (Beverly) of Caseyville, Illinois, and Pamela D. Deneke (Robert Jr.) of Cape Girardeau. She adored her two grandchildren, Sydney and Cera Deneke of Cape Girardeau, and her greatest joys were found in their eyes. She found solace and comfort sitting on the porch in the country at her aunt and uncle, Peck and Dee West's home in Loundes, Missouri. Pat was a loyal and true friend to many people who also grieve her passing, including her friends at Spring Garden Restaurant.

Pat made many memories throughout her lifetime, for herself and for those around her. Known as "Snoopy," she was an outstanding competitive softball player for more than 20 years, pitching for her husband's team, the Base Dusters. After leaving ball behind, she and Tommy turned their interest to competitive country western dancing, earning many local, state and national titles, and teaching numerous classes for others. Her children and grandchildren cherish years of hand-sewn Halloween costumes and personalized birthday cakes. Annual handmade Christmas ornaments adorn the trees of friends and family each year. Pat meant so much to many.

She is rejoining her loved ones who preceded her in death, including her mother, Bessie "Pat" Cookemboo Legge; her stepfather, Earl Legge; her father, Rector Moore; and two brothers, Gary and Danny Moore.

To respect Pat's wishes, no funeral or burial services will be performed.

Charitable donations may be made in her name to the Caseyville VFW Post 1117 in support of the veterans of our great country or to Carol House Quick Fix Pet Clinic, a not-for-profit animal spay and neuter clinic in St. Louis.

We release our wife, mother and grandmother to the care of our great Lord and savior, Jesus Christ. Rest in peace.

Announcement courtesy of Valhalla Gaerdner Holten Funeral Home in Belleville, Illinois.