Mary Perkins Clarke, daughter of William and Keziah Kenyon Perkins, was born in Charlestown, R. I., April 30, 1800, and died in Scott, N. Y., Jan. 24, 1887, in her 87th year. She professed religion and embraced the Sabbath at about the age of eighteen years, was baptized by Eld. Wm. B. Maxson, by whom, also, she was married to Paul Clarke, Dec. 25, 1828. In January following, they moved to Scott, N. Y., and in 1830 identified themselves with the Scott Church. Since that time, Sister Clarke has remained a faithful member. She took a deep interest in the missionary and tract work of the church, giving largely of her means for their support. As a wife she was faithful and helpful to an unusual degree; as a mother, affectionate and indulgent; as a neighbor, kind and hospitable; as a Christian, active, unassuming, constant, patient in trial and chastisement, trustful in joy or sorrow, cheerful in all the walks of life. She loved to read her Bible, and enjoyed conversation on religious topics. As she lived, so she died - trusting. Her life went out quickly, without a struggle. Her funeral was held at the church, the sermon by the pastor, from Isaiah 40: 2, “Her warfare is accomplished.”
F. O. B.
