Nancy (Clark) Bentley of Heavener was born in Chicago, Illinois on Feb. 2, 1942 to Louis R. and Elisabeth Irene (Fry) Clark and passed away on June 10, 2025 in Tulsa, surrounded by her family. Nancy moved to Heavener in 1957, where she built a wonderful life with her family.
Nancy’s memorial service is 2 p.m. Saturday at the Poteau Church of Christ with Steve Breedlove and Bob Marchant officiating. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Cremation Center of Poteau. “LeFlore County’s only on-site crematory”
Nancy, beloved mother and cherished friend, found joy in her home, a sanctuary nestled on the family ranch where she would often gaze out over the valley from her kitchen window or savor the view from her deck. With a remarkable green thumb, she cultivated beautiful roses and tenderly cared for her plants, bringing life to her surroundings. A talented cook, Nancy delighted in preparing meals for her family, where her happiest moments were spent nurturing and caring for those she loved. Her warmth and generosity touched the hearts of all who knew her.
Survivors are her husband, Benny Bentley, of Heavener; her brother Thomas Clark and wife Lorella of Fort Smith, Arkansas; two daughters Kathy Jones and husband Billy of Heavener, Cindy Khoury and husband Todd of Tulsa; one son Kevin Bentley and wife Rana of Olathe, Kansas; her grandchildren Kristen Morrison (Jess), Jessica Khoury, Julya Gandy (Brock), Benjamin Bentley, Christopher Jones (Kristina), Chelsea Khoury, Macie Bentley (Marcus), and Jackson Jones (Lizzie); 14 beloved great-grandchildren; numerous loving nieces, nephews, other loved ones, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Irene (Fry) Clark; her brother Richard Clark and his wife Elaine; and her sister, Joan.
In lieu of flowers, family requests a donation be made to the Southern Christian Children’s Home in Morrilton, Arkansas would be appreciated in honor of Nancy.
To view Nancy’s online guestbook, please visit www.dowdenrobertscremationcenter.com.
