Joan M.

Clark

Joan Clark, 87, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026.

Joan was born in Paulding County on May 1, 1938, daughter of the late Ethel (Powers) and Leo Clark. A lifelong Catholic, her faith was an important part of her life.

She will be deeply missed by her 21 nieces and nephews, and remembered as everyone's favorite aunt. She was always there to celebrate life's moments, birthdays, graduations, weddings and holidays. She especially loved family gatherings filled with home cooking, laughter, and a good game of cards. Over the years, she drove thousands of miles between Fort Wayne and Paulding, OH just to be there.

Jo had a long career at the Law offices of Beers Mallers, remembered for her quick wit and humor and her remarkable typing speed and accuracy.

She was a loyal and cherished friend to many, maintaining lifelong friendships, especially with Pat Hummel and Janet Gabriel, with whom she shared many drinks, adventures, and stories.

Preceded in death by her siblings  Virgil & Rita Weber; Patrick & Coletta Clark, James & Kate Clark; Jack & Mary Hoelderle; John Clark; Frank & Jean Cashman; and Nieces Chris Weber, and  Kathy Clark. Survived by her sister-in-law Betty Clark.

In the end, it was the simple things she loved most, a half cup of coffee and a cookie, a good card game, and time spent together, all made better by her humor and heart.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, April 24, 2026 at Den Herder Funeral Home. Inurnment will follow in Live Oak Cemetery, Paulding, OH.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 9:00 A.M. until time of services on Friday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made in Joan's memory to St. Mary's Soup Kitchen, 1101 Lafayette St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802.