Barbara Pierce Clark, born November 6, 1940 in Mobile, Al., died peacefully at home on November 12, 2026. She graduated from Julius T. Wright Preparatory School in 1959 and worked for many years as a licensed cosmetologist. Barbara was a long-time member of Dauphin Way Baptist Church and most recently attended 1st Baptist Church of Mobile.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Marvin Eugene Pierce and Mary Clyde Spurlock Pierce; her sister, Janice P. Tunstall, nephew, Rhett C. Tunstall. She is survived by her children: Michael E. Clark, Eric C. Clark, Jennifer C. Branch; three grandchildren: Tucker E. Clark (Layla), Caroline B. Bruce (Eli); Emily C. Branch, great grandson, Walker E. Clark; sister, Brenda J. Pierce; nephews, David A. Tunstall (Angela); Stephen M. Tunstall, Sr.; nieces, Grace E. Tunstall, Emma C. Tunstall, Amelia P. Tunstall, as well as great nieces, and great nephews.
Barbara was an artist, a gardener, and a voracious reader. Her home was filled with stacks of books, warm blankets, and her beverage of choice, a coke. Of late, she enjoyed sitting on her front porch, speaking to neighbors, and watching birds nesting nearby. Most importantly, she was a supportive mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. For all of us, she embodied the best of qualities: unconditional love and a deep spiritual strength.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 9:00a.m.-10:00 a.m. at Pine Crest Funeral Home1939 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 with internment at Pine Crest Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to 1st Baptist Church of Mobile, or a charity of your choice.
