Dorothy Vivian Bryant Clark

Dorothy Vivian Bryant Clark, 95, of Bassett, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 6, 2026, at Kings Grant in Martinsville, Virginia.

Dorothy was born on June 11, 1931, to the late Robert Lee Bryant and Nina Mae Bryant. She lived a long and meaningful life, surrounded by family, friends, and the many things that brought her joy.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Garlise Coolidge Clark; her daughter, Linda Lou Clark; and her sister, Geneva Crook Handy.

Left to cherish her precious memory are her two daughters, Betsy Clark Eanes (Randy) and Deborah Clark Scearce (Jimmy); three grandchildren, Christopher Coolidge Eanes (Chase), Kristin Ann Scearce, and Sanddii Caitlin Eanes (Paul); one great-granddaughter, Kendall Emerson Kantorik; and several nieces and nephews.

Dorothy was of the Baptist faith and was a member of the Flutterwheels Square Dance Club. She found great happiness in spending time with her grandchildren, who were truly the joy of her life. She also enjoyed arranging flowers, gardening, sewing, and working on crafts. Her creativity, love for her family, and appreciation for life's simple pleasures will be fondly remembered by all who knew and loved her.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Bassett Funeral Service Chapel. The funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m., with Jimmy Scearce officiating.

Interment will be private.

Dorothy's life was a beautiful reflection of family, love, and cherished memories. Though she will be deeply missed, the love she shared and the memories she leaves behind will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her.

Flowers are welcome or donations may be made to the Dementia Society of America P.O Box 600 Doylestown, PA 48501. Dementiasociety.org. or call (800)-336-3684.