Gary Donald Clark

CLARK, Gary D. age 77, June 23, 2024 Beloved husband of Carol for 55 cherished years. Loving father of Gary, II (Gina) and Jason (Lisa). Proud grandfather of Jeremy (Lauren), Donald "D.J.", Charlotte, Henry and George. Dear brother of Lynn (Bill) Conlan and Gael Clark. He was predeceased by his parents Donald and Loretta and his brother Andy. Gary proudly volunteered and served in the US Army from 1966-1968 stationed in Alaska he drove large trucks and was most proud of being able to save people from a major flood. He spent his career in the coffee business. He loved everything about coffee and even owned his own office coffee service, Coffeetime Unlimited, from 1980-1991. He was a founding member of the Sterling Heights AYSO Region 190, served as President of the Henry Ford II High School Athletic Booster Club, President of the Sterling Heights Kiwanis Club, President of the Chamber of Commerce and President of Copper Creek Condo Association. After a triple bypass at the age of 69, and spending 90 days in the hospital due to complications, was asked by the VP of Troy Beaumont Hospital to become a volunteer because of his intense positive attitude. Not only was he a volunteer but also an ambassador where he created training videos for new volunteers to watch when being on boarded. Gary has served on his church council and has been a longtime board member for New Horizons Rehabilitation Services where he acted as the chairperson for their annual charity auction. Having a brother that faced disabilities and barriers made New Horizons near and dear to Gary and his family as New Horizons provides customizable skill building, job training, and job placement services to individuals facing barriers to employment; with the ultimate outcome of gainful employment. Visitation Sunday 3-8pm at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Township) 54880 VanDyke at 25 Mile Rd. Instate Monday 10:00am at Christ Lutheran Church of Sterling Heights until time of service, 11:00am. Interment Christian Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to New Horizons are appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" @ WujekCalcaterra.com

Gary Donald Clark

April 13, 1947 - June 23, 2024