Barbara Clarkson

Barbara Ellen (Leuallen) Clarkson, 83, formerly of Nashville, TN and more recently of Stuarts Draft passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2023. Born December 12, 1939 in Peoria, IL she was a daughter of the late Harry and Frances (Vicic) Leuallen. Barbara was an award winning song writer and play writer. Most notably the songs “I Am the Dreamer”, and “She Only Meant To Use You” sung by Conway Twitty along with “God Bless the Children” sung by Loretta Lynn all reached number one hits. Along with being musically gifted, she was a wonderful mother who enjoyed painting and singing. Following cremation, all services will be held privately. Arrangements have been entrusted to Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes of Stuarts Draft.