Frances Stone Clarkof BinghamtonFrances Stone Clark, age 86, of 5 Riverside Drive, Binghamton, N.Y., died peacefully in her sleep Monday, January 3, 2005, at her home surrounded by her family. Mrs. Clark was married for over fifty years to John C. Clark, Jr., who died in 1991. She is survived by her daughter, Aubrey M. Clark, Binghamton; and her son, John C. Clark III and daughter-in-law, Jane B. Clark, Richmond, Va.; as well as by eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Mrs. Clark was the daughter and only child of Elizabeth Weed Stone and George Hollenbeck Welles Stone. Growing up, Mrs. Clark attended private day school in Wilmington, Del., and then Binghamton public schools. She graduated from the Baldwin School in Bryn Mawr, Pa., and went from there to Katherine Gibbs School in New York City. She married Binghamton resident, John C. Clark, Jr. on August 24, 1939. She and her husband lived at 90 Riverside Drive, 83 Matthews Street, 221 Riverside Drive, and lastly 5 Riverside Drive. Mrs. Clark and her husband also owned a cottage at Oteyokwa Lake near New Milford, Pa., for more than 50 years. Since her husband's passing, Mrs. Clark spent part of her summers at Chautauqua Institution in Western New York with family members. Mrs. Clark's community activities in Binghamton included Planned Parenthood, Junior League, Monday Afternoon Club, The Family and Children's Society, and Good Shepherd-Fairview Home. She was a member of Christ Episcopal Church where she had been head of the Senior Guild. Mrs. Clark was a member of the New York State Mayflower Society and a charter member of the Edward Doty Society, her Mayflower ancestor. Mrs. Clark was the seventh generation of her family to live in Binghamton. Her maternal grandparents were the Weeds, who owned the Weed Tannery where the Broome County Memorial Arena is now situated. Her paternal grandparents owned the Stone Carriage Company and the Stone Opera House. Mrs. Clark had many friends of all ages and was known as a great conversationalist. She never lost her fascination for the world around her and was always interested in the lives of other people. She was well read and loved history, particularly of the local area. She was also an extensive traveler, taking nearly 40 cruises during her lifetime. In the Binghamton community, Mrs. Clark was considered a fashion plate and was known for her many striking hats. She was an enthusiastic shopper, and her surroundings reflected her many interests and travels. Mrs. Clark, an effortless writer with vivid recall, completed her memoir, "Just My Life," for family members in 1999. Most of all, she delighted in her growing family and made numerous trips to visit her out-of-town descendants. Mrs. Clark's grandchildren by her daughter, Aubrey Clark and their spouses are: Cary Normile Sellers, Quakertown, Pa., and her husband Craig Sellers; Rachel Normile Gorman, New York City, and her husband, Peter Gorman; and Jonathan Herweg, Ithaca, N.Y. Mrs. Clark's grandchildren by her son, John C. Clark III, and their spouses are: Perry Clark, Columbus, Ohio, and his wife, Annalisa Clark; Catherine Clarke, Fairfax Station, Va., and her husband, Danny Clarke; Robert Clark, New York City; William Clark, Washington, D.C.; and Elizabeth Clark, Richmond, Va. Mrs. Clark's seven great-grandchildren are Bridgman Sellers, Clare Sellers, West Gorman, Adam Clark, Sonya Clark, Christina Clarke and Katelyn Clarke.A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 8, 2005, at 1:00 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, 187 Washington Street, Binghamton. The Rev. John R. Martinichio will officiate. There will be no calling hours. The family will receive friends at the Binghamton Club following the memorial service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lourdes Hospice, 169 Riverside Drive, Binghamton, N.Y. 13905, or to Christ Episcopal Church, 187 Washington Street, Binghamton, N.Y. 13901. Arrangements by the Ernest H. Parsons Funeral Home, Inc.