Lillian Margaret Clark

Lillian M. Clark
August 26, 1939 – May 20, 2019

Lillian M Clark, 79, passed away on May 20, 2019. Lil as her family and friends knew her, was born on August 26, 1939 in Yonkers, New York to Rachel and Vincent Agostino. Lil started her career as a secretary for General Precision Laboratories in Pleasantville, New York where she met the love of her life, William (Bill). They married in 1960. In 1972 Lil and Bill moved their family to Fort Collins, Colorado. In 1983 Lil and Bill opened the Blue Bayou Restaurant and Bar. Lil was an owner and a chef at the Bayou. Lil was known for her delicious soups and daily specials. People would always return for the great home cooking and warm family atmosphere. After selling the restaurant in 1990 Lil finished her working career and retired from Poudre School District as a food service manager. Lil along with several other investors developed the Wild Horse Ranch in Laramie, WY.
Lil loved being in Fort Collins and at her mountain property in Cherokee Park, CO. She was happiest when surrounded by family.

Lil loved to garden. Her yard reflected that love. Many of her fruit trees she started from a mere pit. She truly had the gift of a green thumb. Lil was an avid reader, loved to knit and crochet, and was an incredible cook. Her family will cherish the countless meals she created for them and the loving get togethers she hosted in her home.

Lil was a warm, caring, loving wife, mother, grandmother and true friend. Her beautiful smile would put a warm feeling in your heart.

Lillian (Lil) joins her husband William (Bill) of 58 years. She is survived by her daughter, Lillian (Lee) Reichert and husband Mark, daughter Deborah (Debbie) Thinnes and husband Dan. Her four grandchildren, Christopher Reichert, Nathan Reichert, Steven Thinnes, and Jenna Thinnes. Her sister Judith Maestry (George). Her sister in law Lynn MacCartney (Doug). Her cousins Julie Caruana (Ritchie), Kathy Johnstone (Ronnie), Dominic Agostino (Pam), Tony Agostino (Rhonda), Nicholas Agostino (Pam), and many extended family and friends.

Lillian cherished her family above all else. She touched many people in her lifetime and will be remembered for her warm heart, beautiful smile, and the love she shared with everyone.

Lil's final resting place will be at their beloved mountain home in Cherokee Park, Colorado.

A prayer for you
Beloved Mother & Best Friend
Lord you brought someone special to us
We pray you will bless her for the many ways she's been a blessing
Surround her and protect her with your Love and the Love of those who care so much for her
May she know the many ways she touched her family and the many hearts who were blessed by her life
Your Loving Daughters,
Lee & Debbie

Memorial Contributions can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project in care of Bohlender Funeral Chapel.