Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
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BirthSep 6, 1941, Pulaski, Pulaski County, Virginia [48039]
DeathOct 4, 2022, Alpharetta, Fulton County, Georgia [48039]
BurialHighland Memory Gardens, 5555 Lee Highway, Dublin, Pulaski County, Virginia [48039]
FatherKendell K. KIRKNER (1918-1991)
MotherDorothy Jewell QUESENBERRY (1920-1974)
Marriage1960 [48040]
Obituary Online notes for William Shelburn CLARK
Shelburn Clark, age 78, passed away at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital on Saturday, October 13 in Marietta, GA due to head injuries sustained from a difficult fall.
He was preceded in death by his parents Fred and Opal Clark and a son, Ricky Shelburn Clark.
He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Katherine; a son Kendell and his wife Rebecca of Wilmington, NC; a daughter Angie and her twin sons Michael and Matthew Trierweiler of Alpharetta, GA; a sister Joyce Mantz of Panama City, FL; a brother Fred Clark and his wife Bonnie of Dublin, VA; and a brother Richard Clark and his wife Marfesa of Dublin, VA. He is also survived by many special cousins, nephews, and nieces.
Shelburn was a member of Fairlawn Baptist Church and dearly loved his church family. He was a deacon and chairman of the Grounds and Property Committee.
He was employed by Radford Arsenal and a civilian employee of the Department of Defense as a Quality Assurance Specialist. In later years, he was an adjunct instructor at New River Community College in Dublin, VA.
His passions included being a Scout Master of Troop #242 at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, and working with a Christian singing group called the New Life Singers. He was a fascinating story-teller and often expressed fond memories of times such as “horse trading” with his grandfather Cox. Some of his best times were spent on land he owned at Claytor Lake which he named “Rick-Rock” in memory of his oldest son Ricky. He spent many hours with family and friends on the land relaxing, picnicking, riding horses and more. He also enjoyed playing golf at Thornspring County Club.
Shelburn and Katherine moved to Alpharetta, GA in 2007 to be close their daughter and grandsons. Seeing his grandsons grow up to be fine young men was one of his most gratifying experiences later in life.
The family would like to recognize childhood friends Gene and Marguerite Rupe; long-time friends Dickie and Judy Ratcliff; dear friend Flo Miles, who purchased their home in Fairlawn when they moved to Georgia; Dale and Beth Trierweiler of Eagle, Michigan; and Steve Jenkins, a special friend of his son Ricky.
Special thanks to Dr. Plancher, and nurses Christina and Kevin at Kennestone Hospital in GA; and Kathie at the North Fulton Hospital trauma center in GA.
Shelburn fought a good fight, finished the course, and kept the faith.
The Graveside service is scheduled for Saturday, October 20th, 2018 at Highland Memory Gardens in Dublin, VA. [48040]
He was preceded in death by his parents Fred and Opal Clark and a son, Ricky Shelburn Clark.
He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Katherine; a son Kendell and his wife Rebecca of Wilmington, NC; a daughter Angie and her twin sons Michael and Matthew Trierweiler of Alpharetta, GA; a sister Joyce Mantz of Panama City, FL; a brother Fred Clark and his wife Bonnie of Dublin, VA; and a brother Richard Clark and his wife Marfesa of Dublin, VA. He is also survived by many special cousins, nephews, and nieces.
Shelburn was a member of Fairlawn Baptist Church and dearly loved his church family. He was a deacon and chairman of the Grounds and Property Committee.
He was employed by Radford Arsenal and a civilian employee of the Department of Defense as a Quality Assurance Specialist. In later years, he was an adjunct instructor at New River Community College in Dublin, VA.
His passions included being a Scout Master of Troop #242 at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, and working with a Christian singing group called the New Life Singers. He was a fascinating story-teller and often expressed fond memories of times such as “horse trading” with his grandfather Cox. Some of his best times were spent on land he owned at Claytor Lake which he named “Rick-Rock” in memory of his oldest son Ricky. He spent many hours with family and friends on the land relaxing, picnicking, riding horses and more. He also enjoyed playing golf at Thornspring County Club.
Shelburn and Katherine moved to Alpharetta, GA in 2007 to be close their daughter and grandsons. Seeing his grandsons grow up to be fine young men was one of his most gratifying experiences later in life.
The family would like to recognize childhood friends Gene and Marguerite Rupe; long-time friends Dickie and Judy Ratcliff; dear friend Flo Miles, who purchased their home in Fairlawn when they moved to Georgia; Dale and Beth Trierweiler of Eagle, Michigan; and Steve Jenkins, a special friend of his son Ricky.
Special thanks to Dr. Plancher, and nurses Christina and Kevin at Kennestone Hospital in GA; and Kathie at the North Fulton Hospital trauma center in GA.
Shelburn fought a good fight, finished the course, and kept the faith.
The Graveside service is scheduled for Saturday, October 20th, 2018 at Highland Memory Gardens in Dublin, VA. [48040]
Obituary Online notes for Katherine Kay (Spouse 1)
Katherine Clark — Edited
September 6, 1941 - October 4, 2022
Katherine Clark, age 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, in Alpharetta, GA.
She was preceded in death by her parents Kendell and Dorothy Kirkner; her husband Shelburn Clark; a son Ricky Clark; and a sister Janet Rodgers.
Left to cherish her memories are a son Kendell and his wife Rebecca of Wilmington, NC; a daughter Angie and her twin sons Mike and Matt Trierweiler of Alpharetta, GA; and a brother Steve and his wife Cary of Pulaski, VA; and many special in-laws, cousins, nephews, and nieces.
Open visitation is scheduled for Sunday, October 9th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Stevens Funeral Home in Pulaski, VA. The Graveside service is scheduled for Monday, October 10th at 2:00 pm at Highland Memory Gardens in Dublin, VA. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to St Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Source Citation: Stevens Funeral Home, Inc.
https://pcpatriot.com/obituary-for-katherine-clark/
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Name: Katherine Kay Kirkner
Birth Date: 6 Sep 1941
Birth Place: Pulaski, Virginia, USA
Certificate Number: 1941046260
Source Citation: Katherine Kay Kirkner in the Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1911
Name: Katherine Kay Kirkner
Gender: Female
Race: White
Age: 18
Birth Date: abt 1942
Marriage Registration Place: Pulaski, Virginia, USA
Marriage Date: 9 Jul 1960
Marriage Place: Pulaski, Virginia, USA
Father: Kendell K Kirkner
Mother: Dorothy Quesenberry
Spouse: William Shelburn Clark
Certificate Number: 1960020040
Source Citation: Katherine Kay Kirkner in the Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014 [48039]
September 6, 1941 - October 4, 2022
Katherine Clark, age 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, in Alpharetta, GA.
She was preceded in death by her parents Kendell and Dorothy Kirkner; her husband Shelburn Clark; a son Ricky Clark; and a sister Janet Rodgers.
Left to cherish her memories are a son Kendell and his wife Rebecca of Wilmington, NC; a daughter Angie and her twin sons Mike and Matt Trierweiler of Alpharetta, GA; and a brother Steve and his wife Cary of Pulaski, VA; and many special in-laws, cousins, nephews, and nieces.
Open visitation is scheduled for Sunday, October 9th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Stevens Funeral Home in Pulaski, VA. The Graveside service is scheduled for Monday, October 10th at 2:00 pm at Highland Memory Gardens in Dublin, VA. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to St Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Source Citation: Stevens Funeral Home, Inc.
https://pcpatriot.com/obituary-for-katherine-clark/
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Name: Katherine Kay Kirkner
Birth Date: 6 Sep 1941
Birth Place: Pulaski, Virginia, USA
Certificate Number: 1941046260
Source Citation: Katherine Kay Kirkner in the Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1911
Name: Katherine Kay Kirkner
Gender: Female
Race: White
Age: 18
Birth Date: abt 1942
Marriage Registration Place: Pulaski, Virginia, USA
Marriage Date: 9 Jul 1960
Marriage Place: Pulaski, Virginia, USA
Father: Kendell K Kirkner
Mother: Dorothy Quesenberry
Spouse: William Shelburn Clark
Certificate Number: 1960020040
Source Citation: Katherine Kay Kirkner in the Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014 [48039]