Jo Laverne Oakley Clark Obituary
The passing of Jo Laverne Oakley Clark of Raleigh, North Carolina occurred on October 19, 2026. Jo, born on February 10, 1957, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Jo touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Jo’s presence will be missed, the influence she had on others will remain. Those who knew her will carry forward memories that reflect her character and spirit.
She is survived by: her husband Robert Clark; her daughters, Sholanda Oakley Smith (Mark) and Andrea Sheree Dawson (Kelvin); her grandchildren, Laquedah Thompson, Marcus Smith, Kayla Smith and Jeremiah Dawson; and her siblings, Arthur Oakley (Wilma), Marjorie Keith and Billie Jackson. She is also survived by other relatives and friends.
Viewing will be held on Monday, October 26th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Steven L Lyons Funeral Home (1515 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC 27610). Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 27th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the Victory Tabernacle Church (1329 US-70 W, Garner, NC 27529). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 27th 2026 at 11:30 AM at the Victory Tabernacle (1329 US-70 W, Garner, NC 27529). A burial will be held on Tuesday, October 27th 2026 at the Montlawn Memorial Park (2911 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603).
