Hazel Essary Clark, 95, of Lewisburg, passed away on Friday, Oct. 4, 2013, in NHC Healthcare-Oakwood in Lewisburg.

Mrs. Clark was born in Hollis, Harmond County, Okla.

Following graduation from Hollis High School, she entered and graduated from Oklahoma University College of Nursing. After a short period of employment, she joined the United States Navy Nurse Corps. She was a veteran of World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. She retired in 1969 with rank of Lieutenant Commander with 29 years of service.

Following retirement from the Navy, she became active in the community of Woodbridge, Va. She served on the board of the Potomac Hospital and organized the Auxiliary. In 1974, she and her husband moved to Lewisburg. She became involved in several clubs and a member of the First Presbyterian Church. She was moderator of the Presbyterian Women and an Elder Emeritus.

Mrs. Clark was preceded in death by her parents, Clive and Mary Clyde (Mills) Essary; a brother, Melvin Bert Essary; a sister, Ruth Boyette Wall; and a nephew, Charo Boyette.

In addition to her loving and devoted husband of 66 years, Wilburn Eugene Clark, she is survived by two nieces and one nephew. She is also survived by one very special nephew and his wife, Larry and Phyllis Boatright.

Funeral services for Mrs. Clark were Sunday, Oct. 6, from the Chapel of Bills-McGaugh Funeral Home with Rev. Jeff Eason officiating. Burial followed in Mars Hill Cemetery, Cornersville, with full military honors.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to your favorite charity.

Condolences of sympathy may be sent to www.billsmcgaugh.com.

Bills-McGaugh Funeral Home and Crematory was in charge of the arrangements.