Obituary of Elizabeth Jean Croft Clark

Elizabeth Jean Croft Clark, age 84, of Chattanooga, passed away on Thursday, May 9th, 2024. Elizabeth, fondly known to her family as "Betty," had a deep love for all animals, especially her dogs and cats. She was a devoted caretaker to her beloved husband and cherished the time they spent together. Her love extended beyond her family to her church members, with whom she shared a special bond, and her neighbors, whom she considered close friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Reuben Leonard and Vera Thelma Croft, her husband, Jack Wilbur Clark, her daughter, Jennifer Lee Clark, and her brother, Richard Lewis. She is survived by her special cousins and caretakers, Sue Carpenter and Carl Croft; and close friend, Patty Emery. Additionally she is survived by her cousins, Brenda Shirlene Croft, Jimmy Croft, and Peggy Keip Graveside services and interment will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14th, at Chattanooga National Cemetery with Pastor Melissa Spiers officiating. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until noon at East Ridge United Methodist Church, 1601 Prater Road, East Ridge, TN 37412 Arrangements by Legacy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 8911 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379 (423) 843-2525. To share memories, photos or condolences please visit www.legacyfuneralhome.com.