Betty Sue (Smith) Clark

Betty Sue Smith Clark, age 69, of Newland, passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. Betty was born the daughter of the late James Kelly Smith and Blanche Bell Swink Smith on March 26, 1954 in Burke County.

Betty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will be missed.

Along with her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Dale Clark; a son, Dale Clark; five sisters, Rosa Lee Smith, Evelyn Jordan, Katherine Epley, Mozzell Sheehan and Edna Sinclair; and a son-in-law, Clinton Clark.

Those left behind to cherish Betty's memory include three daughters, Susan Clark and her partner, Jimmy Gardner of Jonas Ridge; Lisa Greene and her husband, Chad of Spruce Pine and Jenny Clark of Banner Elk; a son, Jason Clark of Jonas Ridge; 18 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and a special friend, Elaine Buchanan. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A "Celebration of Betty's Life" will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, April 30, 2023 in the chapel of Kirksey Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family would like to thank the Hospice and Home Care of the Blue Ridge for their loving kindness and care.

Kirksey Funeral Home of Morganton has the honor of serving the family.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.kirkseyfh.com for the Clark family.