Debra Clark

Debra Clark, 59, of Springfield, departed this life on January 9, 2016, surrounded by loved ones at her home. Debra was born May 5, 1956 in Springfield, the daughter of Mary Wahlsmith. She married Robert Clark on July 26, 1985 in Springfield. Debra was a lifelong resident of Springfield. She loved to be surrounded by family and friends. Debra was a great mom, wife, grandma, great-grandma, aunt, and mother-in-law. She loved her some bingo and was a member of Heartland Worship Center. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Wahlsmith; and two sisters, Dorothy Franklin and Diana Carter. She is survived by her husband, Bob Clark; daughter, Mary (husband, Jake) Krumwiede; one son, Jamie Drew; six grandkids, Joey Drew, Kelcey Allmon, Haley Lindsey, Breanna Drew, Chance Drew and Parker Ann Krumwiede; one great-grandchild, Marlee Jean Allmon-Miller and one on the way; two brothers, Bobby Wahlsmith and Leon (wife, Karla) Taber; two sisters, Laura Haynes and Shelly Johnson-Jackson; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Cremation will be accorded by Butler Cremation Tribute Center prior to ceremonies. The family will be hosting a Memorial Ceremony at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at Heartland Worship Center, 4805 Rt. 36, Springfield. Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Worship Center, 4805 Rt. 36, Springfield, IL 62707.