Betty "Blondie" Smith Clark

Blondie was born September 3, 1936 in Dequincy, Louisiana, where she lived all of her life. She was known for her love of The Lord, and compassion and love of others, especially her children and grandchildren. She was a generous lady and someone that could make a friend everywhere she went.

Survivors include her children: David (Coleen) Clark, Charles "Charlie" (Valerie) Clark. James "J.R." (Tina) Clark, Deborah (Mike) VanNetta, and Thomas "Tom" (Carrie) Clark, 13 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, one sister, Lorette Johnston, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

Blondie was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years Leon, "Toady" Clark, her parents; Lonnie and Emma Smith, four brothers: Turman Smith, Herman Smith, Jessie Smith, and her "best friend"/ brother, Lonnie (Nubbin) Smith, Jr., five sisters: Mary Brown, Vernice Marcantel, Irene Jones, Lela Clements, and Lorena Ferguson. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be given to the church or charity of your choice.

Her funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, May 20, in Hixson-Snider Funeral Home in Dequincy. Rev. Lee Thomas will officiate. Burial will be in Rigmaiden Cemetery under the direction of Hixson-Snider Funeral Home. Visitation is from 2-9p.m. Sunday in the funeral home and from 8 a.m. until the time of service. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.