Mary Evelyn Clark passed away in St. Petersburg FL on January 17, 2026 at
the age of 88. Mary was born in Emmett, ID on December 21, 1937 and raised in Klamath Falls, OR by her parents Alberta Evans and Rickles Adkins, Jr. After high school, Mary moved to San Francisco, CA where she obtained her cosmetology license and launched a long career as a hairdresser. She also met and married a handsome sailor named Larry and they raised four daughters together, spending most of their lives in St. Petersburg, FL. After retiring from hairdressing, she worked with both Southland Corp and Publix as a cashier. Those who knew Mary often commented on the pride she felt in successfully raising her family. In her final years, she lived happily at Menorah Life which she fondly called her home. When she passed, she was surrounded with family and cared for by Menorah staff who she regarded as close friends.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Lawrence R. Clark, her parents, and her sisters Audrey, Tina and Cleo. She is survived by her daughters, Christine (Dennis), Vicky (Manny), Carol, and Michelle (Bobby), five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, a stepson Jon, a stepdaughter Liz (Ron) and a brother Rickles.
Services will be held at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell FL on January 27 at 11:15 AM and all family and friends are welcome to join. A second memorial service will be held at Menorah Life in March, and details will be made available at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Menorah Life, St. Petersburg, FL in Mary’s name.
You were a great stepmother Mary and will be greatly missed; but I know you’re back with Dad. Rest in peace 💕
She was a grand old lady. Whom I loved and cherished. I will think about her often, and I will miss her.
I am sorry to all of you to she mom has passed. Chris, Vicki, Carol, and Michelle you are all in my thoughts and prayers
Blessings to the family and those who have cared for ‘Mom’ during years.
To my dear friend Michelle & her family. Losing someone you love especially your mother is so very difficult & heartbreaking. I pray that our Lord will fill you with fond memories and peace.
Sure will miss your mom. I Love her so very much. As you know. So sorry for your loss. I always remember the time I spent with her. Love 💗 and prayers to all her loved ones. She always talked highly of all her family.God Bless all of the family. Barbara Williams ( gift shop). 💐🙏