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Marion S. Clare, 83

December 15, 2014

Marion S. Clare, 83, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on December 15, 2014 at Brethren Village Retirement Community. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Melvin and Marion Shopf. Marion was the loving wife of Jack M. Clare. Together, they celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on December 12.
Marion was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She was very social and loved cooking for people. She also enjoyed working at the family business, Jack M. Clare & Son. Marion was a lifetime member of Covenant United Methodist Church.
In addition to her husband, Marion is survived by two sons: Michael Clare (Candace Boyd) and Daniel Clare (Laurie); and four grandchildren: Michael D. Clare (Nancy), David D. Clare, Alexander Clare (Laura) and Lindsey Clare.
Family and Friends are invited to visit with the family from 10-11 AM with a Funeral Service to follow on Friday, December 19, 2014 at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 414 E. King St., Lancaster, PA 17602. Interment will take place at Riverview Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, Greater PA Chapter, 2595 Interstate Dr., Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110 or to Covenant United Methodist Church, 110 N. Mulberry St., Lancaster, PA 17603.

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Condolences to the Family

December 20, 2014

Dear Mike,
Tim and I were so very sorry to hear about your Mother.  Our thoughts are with you and your family.  
Sincerely, Eileen & Tim Poffenbarger
 
 

December 19, 2014

DEAR JACK AND MIKE
SORRY TO HERE ABOUT THR LOSS OF MARION
MARION WAS ALWAYS A JOY
SHE WE BE MISS BY ALL
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY
DALE E.EIESNBERGER AND FAMILY

December 18, 2014

Dear Jack, Mike and Dan, We are so sorry to learn of Marion’s passing. She was a dear lady who will be missed by all. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Michele & Fred Madden

December 17, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Mr. Clare, Mike, Dan and family.  I always enjoyed seeing Mrs. Clare in church with her warm smile and heartfelt greeting. I will keep all of you in my prayers.  Sincerely, Deb Patton

December 17, 2014

Michael and Candace, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. 
 
Tom and Paula Fultz 

December 17, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to Dan and his family at this time of loss. Please know that your Morther has gone on to be with the Angels and is at peace.
Marcia Etzle
Gulfstream Aerospace
 
 

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Friday, December 19, 2014
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
414 East King Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
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