Elizabeth Hopke Clarkson formerly of Charleston and Newberry widow of John F. Clarkson died Thursday May 10 2007.Mrs. Clarkson is survived by her daughters Mrs. John Templeton of Highpoint NC and Mrs. Richard H. Ivester of Greenville; five grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.Graveside funeral services were at 2:00 P.M. Saturday June 2 in Rosemont Cemetery.Messages to the family may be sent to the family by visiting www.mackeymortuary.com or via email at notes@whitakerfuneralhome.com. Whitaker Funeral Home Newberry is assisting the family locally.