Obituary of Jacqueline Clark
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Clark: Jacqueline Mary "Jacquie" (née Hodgins) -
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jacquie Clark, a resident of Chatham, who passed away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Chatham Campus with family at her side on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at the age of 59.
Born in London, Jacquie was the daughter of Jim and Bernice (née Hazeldon) Hodgins. Daughter-in-law to the late Robert and Mary (née Dubuque) Clark.
Beloved wife of 37 years to Mark Clark.
Loving and cherished mother of Matthew Clark, Christopher Clark, Kimberly Vandervliet (Owen), Nicole Clark, Ashley Clark and CJ Clark.
Dear sister of Janice Hodgins.
Dearly missed by "Grandma Pat".
Sister-in-law to Wayne Clark (Liz) and the late Brenda Alexander (Pete).
Also missed by nieces, nephews, friends and extended family.
Dearly missed by her canine companion, Peaches and her three chaotic cats.
Jacquie will be remembered for her unconditional love, her selfless nature, her devotion to her family and the way she cared for others.
Family will receive friends at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Thursday, July 31, 2025 from 2:00 - 4:00pm and 6:00 - 8:00pm. A Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home at 11:00am on Friday, August 1, 2025. Interment to follow at Arnold Cemetery.
Donations made in memory of Jacquie to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Online condolences can be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St. Clair Street, Chatham
519-351-2040
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