Mrs. Robyn Michelle Arnold-Clark

Robyn Michelle Arnold-Clark was born September 30, 1954, in Manhattan, New York. Robyn was raised by two beautiful and loving women, her mother, the late Katherine L. Gillis, and her grandmother, the late Myra O. Anderson. She was a loving daughter, mother, dedicated grandmother, community advocate and activist, mentor, friend and confidante. Robyn was raised in Steelton, Pennsylvania, and was a pure “Steeltonian.” She would often recall the greatness of “old Steelton.” Not only a “Steeltonian,” she was a true cosmopolitan woman well known amongst her friends and peers as stylish, smart and “being her own woman.” She felt at home wherever she went and with anyone. She loved to travel far and wide. Her favorite saying was, “I need to go see the blue water.” She was a 5`9 statuesque beauty whose sense of style was her hallmark from her home, perfume to her wardrobe; she was always “on point.” Robyn received her primary education in the Steelton-Highspire School District. In pursuit of advanced education, she earned her Undergraduate Degree in Organizational Management and her Master’s Degree in Non-Profit Management from Eastern University. She began her professional career as a Manager at Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). Following the entrepreneurial spirit of her youth, similar to when she used to sell snow cones, she co-founded a privately-owned business, Premium Janitorial Service. It was also during this time that she wanted to follow her dream of community outreach. In doing so, she served as Director of Social Services with the Community Action Commission; and finally, she advanced her career as the Executive Director of the Arthritis Foundation of Central Pennsylvania. She will be remembered for her hard work with her community initiatives such as the “Money-in-Your-Pocket Campaign,” that benefits economically challenged families in Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry Counties; the “On-Track Program,” and traveling to Australia to participate in a 5K Marathon to raise money to assist individuals who suffer from arthritis. Robyn served as an Adjunct Instructor at both Penn-State University, Harrisburg, and Harrisburg Area Community College. In an effort to be an advocate for the community, Robyn served as the President of Penn-State University Dauphin County Extension for two terms in addition to serving on various other boards. On the morning of Wednesday, January 13, 2016, at sixty-one years of age, Robyn surrendered to the Lord peacefully and quietly in her sleep. Always striving towards future goals, she fought a good fight, maintained her independence and did things her way as she always lived her life. Robyn Michelle Arnold-Clark is survived by her daughter, Felisha Michelle Beverly; son-in-law, Deacon Ronald S. Beverly Sr.; four grandchildren, Isaiah Beverly, Alexis Beverly, Ronald Beverly II, Aigner Beverly; nephews, Galen E. Gillis (Monica), Travis Frye; niece, Teresa A Gillis; biological mother, Chloe Arnold-Fields; two sisters, Candace Rushiddin, Cassandra “Cina” Brown; two brothers, Rawn Arnold, Corey Brown; her former husband and dear friend, Jonathan Clark; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, many other family members and friends who will all miss her smile and radiant presence. Lovingly Submitted by Robyn’s Family Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, January 30th, at Bethel A.M.E. Church, 1721 N. 5th Street, Harrisburg, 17102. The Interment Ceremony will be privately held by the immediate family. Flowers may be delivered to the church, Saturday, January 30th, 12-12:30 p.m. Memorial gifts and cards to the family may be sent to Robyn’s home at 127 Ulrich Street, Royalton, PA 17057.

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Mrs. Robyn Michelle Arnold-Clark

September 30, 1954 - January 13, 2016