BRANDON: Berniece Irene (Towne) Clark passed away at the age of 93 on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Virginia Gay Nursing and Rehab in Vinton, IA.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 until 8:00 PM, on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at the Phillips Funeral Home Chapel (212 E. 6th Street) in Vinton. Private family graveside services will be held at the Brandon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make your donations to either the Historical Society, the Community Club, or either of the local churches.

She was born on November 25, 1932 in Northern Benton County to the late Virgil and Verna (Sanford) Towne.

Berniece was united in marriage to Kessler Clark on July 8, 1951. They then farmed South of Brandon most of their lives. They moved into Brandon after retiring from farming.

She worked at the Benton County Treasurer’s office for over 30 years and retired in 1997.

Berniece is survived by 3 Sons, Rod (Cindy) Clark; Tony (Denise/Linda) Clark; all from Brandon, IA and Rory (Becky) Clark from La Porte City, IA. Grandchildren Wendi (Ryan) Kafer, Tara (Jesse) Berry, Tonya Stephens, Dustin Clark, Josh (Mindy) Clark, Brooke Clark and Blake Clark. 6 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandson.

She was preceded in death by her husband Kessler and son Brian. Her parents and 3 brothers.

She enjoyed going to her grandchildren and great grandchildren’s school and sports activities. She also Bridge Club and playing all kinds of card games, as well as playing BINGO and occasional gambling.

Online Condolences: www.phillipsfuneralhomes.com