Clara M. (Miller) Nottestad

November 13, 1921 - January 7, 2021

Beloit, WI - Clara Marie (Miller) Nottestad, age 99 went peacefully to her heavenly home with her family by her side. She was born on November 13, 1921, the daughter of Bernard and Rhoda on a farm near Wonewoc, WI. The family moved to Rockton, WI where she graduated from Ontario HS in 1940. She married Albin Benson and they later divorced. She married Arthur Nottestad and they lived near Rockton until 1966 when they moved to LaCrosse. She worked at K-Mart until 1979 when they moved to Beloit to be closer to their children. She worked at Beloit K-Mart until her retirement. She was a lady of many talents, but her real joy was her garden and her flowers. Never a weed could be found in them. Her green thumb made her yard beautiful. She enjoyed so many activities including, bowling, playing cards often, occasional gambling trips, especially dancing and attending church functions. She loved spending time with her loving family. She found strength in her faith and was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Rebekah Circle and sewing bee. She enjoyed many good times at the Janesville Senior Center. She lived a full and active life.