Marguerite Eleanor "Margie" Clark

Marguerite Eleanor “Margie” Clark, 98, lifelong resident of Bedford passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 in her home with her family and caregivers at her side. She was born to the late Benjamin P. and Mary Pearl (Beegle) Hunt on May 27, 1928. On June 6, 1948 in Bedford, Margie was wed to Edward “Eddie” Everett Clark, where they raised their five children, built lasting friendships, and enjoyed meaningful livelihoods over their 67 years together. He preceded her in death on July 15, 2015. She is survived by a daughter: Marie D. Montecalvo and husband Guy of Washington, PA; two sons: John E. Clark and wife Cindy of Imler, and Daniel R. Clark of Bedford. Margie leaves behind 11 grandchildren: Benjamin Clark and wife Nicole, Ashley Snyder and husband Joshua, Emily Barkman and husband Matthew, Johncie Clark, Obie Clark and wife Lauren, Andrea Zitzelberger and husband Chris, Suzanne Antonucci J and husband Joel, Laura Montecalvo, Drew E. Clark, Alexandra Winegardner and husband Dr. Bradley, and Meredith Mauk and husband Spencer; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons: William H. “Bill” Clark widow Wendy who survives of Everett, and James B. Clark; a grandson: James Clark Montecalvo; and two brothers: H. Paul Hunt and Thomas B. Hunt.

A 1947 Bedford High School graduate, Margie studied Library Sciences at Lock Haven State College. An early post that Margie held was driving the book-mobile for the Bedford County Library. While continuing to raise her five children, she was the devoted medical office assistant to Dr. J. Albert Eyler for 23 years.

Margie was a member of St. Marks Lutheran Church, where served as a Sunday School Teacher and as the Treasurer. She also served on the church council and participated in outreach and mission efforts throughout the years. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW and the Red Hat Society. She loved to please people by gifting them a personally hand painted ceramic figurine, which was a pastime that was especially fulfilling for her.

Margie will be long remembered by the Bedford High School wrestling team members who had the pleasure of feasting on homecooked pre-match meals, made by “Mrs. Clark” before each home match for 17 years. She was the consummate host, who never failed to have something great to serve up anytime a guest stopped by.

Most of all, Margie was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She treasured family gatherings held at her home.

Although Margie suffered the challenges of living with dementia, she continued to find joy in life and the gifts of the spirit. The family would like to thank the team of women who cared for their mother in the most difficult stage of her life: Elizabeth Bralier, Arlene Wolfe, Christina Lashley, and Janet Miller.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 16, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. in the Chapel at the Timothy A. Berkebile Funeral Home in Bedford with Pastor Tim Bartholemew officiating. Burial at Schellsburg Cemetery. Friends will be received on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of the service at the funeral home. Those wishing to make a donation in Margie’s name may do so to UPMC Family Hospice, 20 Sheraton Drive, Altoona, PA 16601. Our online guest book is available at www.berkebilefuneralhome.com.