Clara Mae Sowers, 94 of Urbana, passed away on October 30, 2026, at 1:19 a.m. at home while being cared for lovingly by her Grandchildren with the help of Nurse LaSwanna and the Carle Hospice Team. She was born July 19, 1932, at Rose Hill, IL, the daughter of Alva and Minnie Foust. She married Franklin L. Sowers September 24, 1950, in Greenup, IL. He preceded her in death.

She is survived by granddaughter Tammy L. Sowers; great-grandson Justin D. Sowers (Jessica); great-great-grandchildren Myah, Justin Jr., Clara (her namesake), Drake; Special In-Laws; and very dear sister friend, Louise.

She was preceded in death by her husband after celebrating 75 years of marriage, her parents, brothers Robert Foust and Delbert Foust, sister Mary Griffith, sons Franklin D. Sowers and Robert L. Sowers, and granddaughter, Tracy L. Sowers, and many good friends.

Mae enjoyed gardening and working in her yard alongside her husband. Special interests in her younger years were making maple syrup, bowling, fishing, camping, traveling all over the United States in their 5th wheel and wintering in Florida. Memorable trips were to Hawaii, Puerto Rico on a mission trip, and to New York City during the 2003 blackout. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.

Graveside service will be on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery,1803 N. Coler Avenue, Urbana. Pastor Gary Gritton, who has been of special support and comfort to the family will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Baptist Church, 2106 E. Windsor Rd., Urbana, IL 61802

Condolences may be offered at www.renner-wikoffchapel.com