of Bono, AR
August 26, 1962 - April 21, 2025
Mary Jannece ( Mary Jo) Clark, age 62 entered her heavenly home on April 21, 2025, after a short battle with cancer. She was a long-time educator, starting her teaching career in Pleasant Plains and Rogers and the last 35 years at the Westside School District.
She leaves behind her son, Jagger Clark, of the home, daughter, Jayde Clark of Bono her sisters, Patricia Tribble (Luther), of Bono, Vickie Mitchell of Walnut Ridge, and her brother Vic Clark, Jr. (Judy) of Portia. Also, special friends, Gary & Suzanne Schlueter, Tera Lehman, Kim and Bryan Dunaway, Tracy Wiseman, Merry Allen, Karen Pate, Stacy Stockdale, her special dogs, Mila and Kobe, and a host of other friends and family.
She was predeceased by her parents, Victor and Patsy Clark of Portia; and her maternal and paternal grandparents.
She loved baking and decorating cakes and cupcakes, working in the yard, watching Westside basketball teams and spending time with her friends and family.
A celebration of her life will be held at Bono Church of Christ on Friday, April 25, from 6pm to 8 pm. Her choice of final disposition will be cremation.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bono Church of Christ food pantry, 101 Craftsbury, Bono, AR 72416 or the Portia Church of Christ, PO Box 190, Portia, AR 72457.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home of Jonesboro.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 18709323531.
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40 Condolence(s)
SHARRON USSERY
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Family and friends,
I am sorry for your loss of your Mother, Sister and friend,
She was such a sweet lady. she will be missed by many.
Sharron Ussery
Dale & Patricia Arnold
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Offering our heartfelt sympathy and prayers for comfort for Jagger, Jayde and their whole family for the loss of a most bright, shining light in this world, their amazing, loving, giving, mentoring, sweet-spirited mother, Mary Jo, whom we were privileged to know and fellowship with each of you and Victor & Patsy Clark at the Portia Church of Christ.
SHELLEY WOODS
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
WE ALL WILL MISS MARY DEEPLY, SHE WAS SUCH A JOY FOR US. HER KIND SPIRIT AND WARM HEART, BRIGHT SMILE WILL REMAIN IN OUR MEMORIES AND HEARTS FOREEVER.
Joy Holt
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
You are one of the kindest souls placed on this Earth. You will be missed but never forgotten. I you girl. God bless those who are left behind.
Terri lea Justus Mullen
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Mary was always so friendly with a beautiful smile...prayers for all family...
Melinda Webb
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
I am so blessed to have called Mary a friend! Her smile lit up the room, her wonderful personality was contagious! The world is dimmer with out her in it but man I am so glad she is in heaven watching over her friends and loved ones. Mary was truly one of a kind and will be so missed~! Love and Prayers to her family and friends!
Love,
Melinda Webb
Mark & Robin Blankenship
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Mary was a dear friend we’ve known since elementary school. She was always such a great person! Prayers for comfort and strength for her family. Mary certainly fought the good fight. Rest easy, sister…
Mark & Robin Blankenship
Teresa Hankins Bristow
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
So sorry to hear about Mary. I have lots of memories of going to school together. She was always a kind and loving person. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Stephanie Bell
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
She was one of my favorite teachers!! She will be dearly missed Rest in peace Mary Jo
Beverly Pierce
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
To: Jagger, Jayde, Patricia, Vickie, Vick and all other family members
I have only fond memories of Mary Jo (actually I don’t think I ever knew her real middle name.) i think that I can honestly say that Mary was my one and only “ teacher’s pet” I ever had! She was an eighth grader when I first started teaching at Black Rock. She and her family took me under their wings by showing me true southern hospitality by feeding me and letting me stay at their home in the afternoons when we had meetings or Choir Concerts. They made sure that I did not have to drive to Jonesboro and back for our programs. She and Vickie even drove to my house for piano lessons on the day I went into labor with my firstborn. I could go on and on about how Mary Jo and her family blessed me during that time and since. I will greatly miss Mary Jo as all of her family and friends will! This is not goodbye—this is I’ll see you later! Enjoy your new home in heaven, Mary Jo and don’t give the others any trouble!
tona hubble
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
I'm so sorry for ur loss. May God be with h u all.
Kay Foley Ellis
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Vickie and Family, prayers for you as you celebrate Mary Jo’s life and her contribution to so many others. May you be comforted by her precious memories! God bless!
Farley Douglas
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
My heart to the family. Prayers for the family. Mary Jo was one of the kindest people I ever met. Her love for the kids at westside was second to none. An Angel has gone home.
Malarie McGinnis
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Mary Jo was a great and caring person she helped me in so many ways in high school even tho we had a few agreements on the bus but she was a great loving person so sorry for y’all lost
Joyce Waddell
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Kelly and I offer our condolences, so very sorry for your loss.
Vicki Russell
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Nothing could brighten the halls of Westside School more than Mary Jo’s big beautiful smile.
She was a blessing, I loved everything about her and enjoyed our conversations.
I will miss you Mary Jo, I will see you in heaven one day soon.
God bless her family, you all are in my prayers.
Melinda Bunn Edmondson
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
So very sorry, Mary Jo was an inspiration to all of us. She was the epitome of grace and courage. Sending all of you our deepest condolences.
Denny Mayberry
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Loved Mary Jo very much and she will be missed.
Tracie Barksdale
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
I sure hate to hear of her passing. I met Mary Jo when I worked at the cake store. I so enjoyed getting to visit with her, she brought a special light to everyone around her! RIP Mary Jo you will always be remembered! Big hug for your kids and family
Katherine Mazourek (Glover)
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Mary Jo - such a kind and lovely soul. You could always tell when there was a “Mary Jo” cake (or cookies) nearby - you could just smell the butter and sugar! When my little family left Arkansas for NY, she supplied us with cookies for the road. I don’t hi k they lasted us much past Memphis!
I loved your light Mary Jo. May it shine down on us all.
Rita (Mashburn) Huddleston
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
So sorry to the family for your great loss. I pray that gods will comfort and keep you today and the days ahead
Christina Roberts
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
She was a wonderful lady. She always had a welcoming smile and a positive attitude about herself. I’m praying for her kids and her family in this time of need.
Donald Ragsdale
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
So sorry for all of y’all loss. If there is anything y’all need please let me know. Love you Vic.
Larry Cook
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Vickie and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one! I'll be praying for you all during these very difficult times.
Your Friend
Larry Cook
Vickie Smith Pryor
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
So sorry for your loss
Kelli Jones Watson
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Thank you for the wonderful years you gave WHS. You are a true warrior rockstar. Your alumni still brag about how awesome our yearbooks are, and you own that. We will never forget you Mary Jo, and I am praying for all of your family and friends. Respectfully Kelli, Class of 1995
Angie Owens
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Praying for God’s peace and comfort for all of Mary Jo’s family and friends.
Sherri Patel
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Mary Jo was a wonderful person. She will be missed.
Peggy Sutton
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Thank you Father for letting us know and love Mary Jo. Thank you for letting us be apart of her life. Mary Jo you are free.
Joan Davis
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Prayers for strength and comfort for Family and Friends.
Melissa Bushong
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
So sorry for the loss of such a beautiful lady.
Will keedy
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Mary Jo Clark. I just know she and my Nonnie are up there hooping and hollering together—what a reunion that must be. Mary Jo was an absolute blessing to have known. Her spirit, warmth, and laughter touched so many, and she will be deeply missed by everyone who had the pleasure of crossing paths with her. My heartfelt prayers are with Jagger, Jayde, and the entire family during this difficult time. May you feel surrounded by love and comfort in the days ahead.
Jennifer Wilson
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Mary Jo fought a good fight and kept the faith no doubt walking streets of gold. Prayers for all, Lester and Jennifer Wilson
Ellie Bray
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Vickie, I am so sorry to hear of your family’s loss. Losing a sibling is like losing a piece of yourself. The childhood memories are always a blessing to share together. It is great to know that she was a child of the King and you will be with her forever.
Lauren Hughes
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
What a precious soul gone too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Toni (Jones) Foster
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
So sorry to hear this! Mary was one of my best friends in high school. She was a great person! Praying for her kids & family!
Katelynn
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Mary Jo, the best most joyful woman to walk this earth I’ll always cherish and appreciate all the moments she has helped, lended a hand and comfort me while I was in school she was a wonderful educator/teacher my prayers go out to her family an friends at this horrible time. And thank you again Mary for being such a lightning. You will forever be in my heart!
Tim Colburn
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
My thoughts and prayers for the Clark family.
Mary Clark was born an angel and will never be forgotten by the Westside community! She always went to the extra mile, extending her hand to make sure every child at westside was comfortable in their education and always keeping her hand on those in dire help. Thank you for doing the will of our Heavenly Father! Fly high Mary Jo!
Virginia Fields
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Mary Jo and I fought cancer together. She’s was an inspiration in how she battled this disease. I know the angels in heaven are rejoicing in her arrival. She is now cancer free
Lori Harmon
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. This crazy world lost a diamond. She will forever be remembered with a smile on her face. Love y’all