Gerald Wayne Clark

Gerald Wayne Clark, age 75, passed away Saturday February 16, 2008 at Pennock Hospital with his loving family at his side. Gerald was born May 25, 1932 in Hastings to Clayton and Reva (Cross) Clark. Gerald served as a corporal in the United States Army from 1953 - 1955. He worked at Viking Corporation starting at age 16 as a window washer after school and moved his way up to lathe operator and shipping and receiving. After 46 years, he retired on June 1, 1994. Gerald was married on June 30, 1956 to Arlene M. Tietz . He enjoyed fishing, farming, and most of all his family and grandchildren. His grandchildren were precious to him, and he could never tell them no. He is survived by his wife , Arlene Clark of 52 years , sons, Thomas Clark of Woodland, Brad (Shari) Clark of Clarksville, his 9 grandchildren, Ben and Alex, Matt and Ashley, Richie, Lindsey, Stacie, Darcie, and Bradley, and also his wonderful son-in-law, Steven L. Williams, brother, Richard (Mert) Clark of Hastings, sister Ruth Huhn of Portland, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughters, Barbara Ann Williams, and Cindy Lou Clark, a son, Mark Douglas Clark, and his parents, Clayton and Reva Clark. Respecting his wishes, a private viewing and service was held Tuesday at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings, followed by internment at Warner/Stoney Point Cemetery. Pastor Dan Hathaway officiating. In lieu of flowers , contributions may be sent in memory of Gerald to Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net).\r