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James Clark Obituary

James Leslie Clark passed away peacefully on September 20, 2010 at the Live Oak Manor. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 69 years, Eleanor Ballard Clark, on November 13, 2008. Jim is survived by his two sons, Edward Clark (Barbara) of Gridley, Berten Clark (Susan) of Live Oak; and daughter Betty Muller. His eldest son, James L. Clark, Jr. preceded him in death. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren. He had two siblings, Jack H. Clark (deceased) and Florence Day of Placerville, CA. Jim was a life long resident of Live Oak, born in Live Oak January 31, 1918 to Henry and Elizabeth Clark. He graduated from Encinal School and from Live Oak High School in 1936. Jim then patiently waited for the graduation of his "high school sweetheart" in 1939. Jim and Eleanor E. Ballard was then happily married at the Pennington Church. After their marriage, they settled on his family's property and started a family. Jim's great grandfather, James F. Clark, a native of Ohio migrated to California and settled on a ranch south of Live Oak in 1885. James F. along with his four brothers farmed many acres and conducted a black smith shop. This was the beginning history of Clark Road. Jim did many jobs to support his family, including farming, selling insurance with State Farm and wood cutting. His love of wood cutting and his mechanical knowledge brought him to talking to Eleanor about starting their own business. They decided in 1960 to open their chain saw shop in Yuba City. "Jim Clark Sales & Service" was located on Live Oak Blvd. When a larger store was needed in 1987, the family business moved to Starr Drive and the name was then changed to Clark & Sons. Jim was a member of the Crossroads Community Church. He was proud to be a life time member of the NRA and a Free and Excepted Mason. Graveside services will be held on Saturday at the Live Oak Cemetery at 10am. Services are under the direction of Ullrey's Memorial Chapel. Contributions may be made to Sutter North Hospice. Send Condolences at www.appealdemocrat.com

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Published by Appeal Democrat from Sep. 23 to Sep. 24, 2010.

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Leslie & Theresa Norris

December 19, 2010

When I recieved the Christmas Card back from Grandpa Clark, I knew he was no longer in this world. He and Grandma Clark adopted us in 1980 (we were in the military AF) and they became our beloved family. Where ever we have gone they have kept in touch and prayed for us. They LIVED their Christian lives before us and everyone that they touched. While we were stationed @ Beale AFB GP Jim had a gardenplot he mamanged and gave our family of 5 all the produce which helped us out in the 80's. When we were transfered to Germany they sent us Christmas orniments that we treasure Every Christmas. They honored our Lord all their days and we honor them as caring, thoughtful and loving foster grandparents. And although they are greatly missed here on earth. The Lord Jesus says to them "well done thou faithful servants, enter into they rest" and one day we will lool for them at the frt door of heaven ready to greet us home. Very humble servants that they are, may the Lord give you extra jewels in your crowns! May your children grow up to be like you.
Leslie and Theresa Norris, Cape Cod, Ma

Bettie Mueller

September 28, 2010

Even though I'm not there, I always pray for the whole family every day. That won't change. I have such good momories of things like going up to Bear Valley as a kid. I know that I know that Daddy loved the Lord with his whole heart and I will see him again.

The Hafferty's

September 25, 2010

We feel honored to have known such a kind, gentle and humble man that truly made his family proud. Our heart goes out to the entire Clark family. Pops was one of a kind and will be deeply missed.

September 23, 2010

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
~ The Appeal-Democrat Family

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