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Leo Burton Clark ESCONDIDO -- Leo Clark passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 26, 2010, after 79 years lived in service to God and his community. Leo was born in Cheyenne, Wyoming, on January 31, 1931. He joined the Navy and served as Gunner's Mate on the USS Boyd during the Korean War. Upon discharge, he attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, earning his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering. During the course of his career, he worked for General Electric, Honeywell, and Singer-Kearfott. Leo and his wife, June, joined the First United Methodist Church soon after arriving in Escondido. Leo's commitment to God included serving as President of Lamplighters and United Methodist Men. Leo served as Scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 673 of Escondido for 17 years. His service and dedication to scouting was recognized by the Boy Scout Council of San Diego through presentation of the highest honor presented to an adult leader - the Silver Beaver Award. Leo and June were members of Escondido's Palomar Y's Men Club, a service organization of the Y.M.C.A., for over 40 years. Many families have benefited from their contributions to the Y.M.C.A., prominent of which have been donations that provided land for the building of a youth gymnastics center. Over the years, Leo served in many capacities within the Y's Men Club including President, District Governor and Regional Director. He was honored as a recipient of the Red Triangle Award and the Golden Triangle Award of Distinguished Service. Leo also served as "Chief of the Nation" within the Y.M.C.A. sponsored Indian Guide program. He taught automotive skills to youth through the 4H Club. His has been a life of dedication and service to others. Leo Clark is survived by June, his wife of 55 years; his children, Becky, Vicky, Dennis, and Jeff; and his six grandsons, Jeff, Thomas, Christian, Patrick, Matthew, and Brian. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, November 13, at First United Methodist Church of Escondido, 341 South Kalmia, in Escondido. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the "Kids to Camp" program sponsored by the Palomar Y.M.C.A of Escondido, 1050 North Broadway, Escondido, California. 92026. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com

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Published by North County Times on Nov. 7, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Leo Clark

10 Entries

Hank Mason

November 1, 2022

Remembering Leo - We first met when he worked for Honeywell in Florida (Centaur Piggy Back) circa 1960. We were in the blockhouse side by side for the launch. Later, he joined Librascope in San Marcos. He and June were friends from that day on.

November 20, 2010

June, I had the pleasure of working with your Leo for many years. I attended his service but had to leave afterward so I didn't offer my condolences to you or your family at that time. Leo was kind & patient while teaching me a challenging job where we worked. I will always remember him with a smile. You & I have met but I don't know if you'll remember me. God bless you & your family. You will see Leo again & so will I!
Liz Miranda
John 3:16

Fran Waller

November 12, 2010

Those of us who have Leo and June in their lives are truly blessed by their friendship. Leo...I will always remember you and your beautiful warm smile which will never be forgotten.
~Fran Waller

Wendal Clark

November 11, 2010

I have many memories of Leo being active in Y"s Men and Boy Scouts. We spent many hours together selling Y's Men Christmas trees and working together on other YMCA projects.
I will always memember being his assistant scout master for many years. Hiking the local mountains, the Grand Canyon, desert trails and canoeing the Colorado River are a few of the trips we enjoyed together.
Leo was always encouraging the young scouts to advance up the scouting ladder to Eagle Scout therefore many scouts in his troop had the honor of achieving Eagle Scout, including my sons.
Although not related we shared the same last name making him seem more like a brother to me.
Memories of Leo will always remain with me since he passed away on my birthday, October 26.
Love and prayers to his family. Leo was a great man.

Wendal Clark

Rebecca Clark

November 9, 2010

Daddy, I love you and miss you very much. You were always there for all of us kids.

Becky

JEFF HAGANS

November 9, 2010

LEO WAS A GREAT MAN. HE HAS A FAMILY TO BE PROUD OF, AND HE LIVED A GOOD LIFE. HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY.

November 8, 2010

Leo we will miss you so much.We love you and Abby really misses you. June we will always be grateful with your family for all the blessing you have been for us.I thank God for giving us this friendship.
love always
Joel-Elsa and Family

Eli R.

November 8, 2010

To the family of Mr. Leo B. Clark: Please accept my deepest condolences to your family during this sad time. May the "God of all comfort"(2 Cor. 1:3,4)grant you peace and serenity. Take care.
Ramirez Family

Jeffery Clark

November 8, 2010

Father, you were a blessing in my life. I love you and cherish each of life's lessons you taught me over the years. I am proud to call you Father and will for ever be gratefull.

Jeffery

November 7, 2010

Sorry to hear about Leo's passing. June, our prayers are with you and your family. Hank & Trish Mason

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