Name: Visitation for L. Pete Clark Jr.
Start: 2016-11-30T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-12-01T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Holihan-Atkin-Barclay Funeral Home & Cremation Services

L. Pete Clark JR

Eagle

L. Pete Clark JR, a lifelong area resident of Grand Ledge, passed away November 26, 2016. Pete was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend and will be greatly missed. He was born March 31, 1954 in Lansing, Michigan to the late Leon P. and Frances (Matthews) Clark. He graduated from Grand Ledge High School in 1972.

A pillar of the community, Pete owned and operated Clark Farms for over 40 years, 20 of them with his son Jacob who continues the farm's legacy. Pete was also involved in charitable works and organizations throughout his life. He was well known for his generosity, care, work ethic and good-natured personality. Always the life of the party, Pete loved nothing more than spending time with his large and diverse family and extended family.

He was preceded in death by his brother Bill and son Clay. Pete is survived by his loving wife of over 19 years, Pat (Edmonds); children, L. Peter Clark III, Jacob (Sarah) Clark, Curtis (Jennifer) Clark, Adam Arbour, Zachary Arbour and Amy Arbour; grandchildren, Ava, Jonas, Brooklyn, Leon-Jacob and Logan; siblings, John (Mary-Margaret), Dave (Cheryl), Mary-Frances (Bob) Bessette, Chuck, Suzy Siwek, Pat (Ken) Block, Nancy (David) Coleman, Sara Clark Pierson, Gina (Chris) Bondy along with many nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, December 1, 2016, 11:00 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, Grand Ledge by Father James Eisele and Father Robert Irish. Rite of Committal will follow at Niles Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6-8:00 p.m. at the Holihan-Atkin-Barclay Funeral Home and Thursday at the church from 10-11 a.m. Memorial contributions may be given to Eagle Park or the Grand Ledge Wrestling Club. Share your memories and condolences online at www.holihanatkin.com

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Published by Grand Ledge Independent from Nov. 29 to Dec. 4, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for L. Clark

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30 Entries

Gretchen Mckenzie

August 2, 2017

I'm sorry to hear of L. Peter Clark's untimely demise. His Mother and my Mom were first cousins. He would be my second cousin. My love to the Clark family.

RIC VIOLANTE

December 1, 2016

All of our lives have become better because of Pete's Gentle Spirit passing thru them .

December 1, 2016

To the Clark family, I was very sad to learn from my son Nick, that Pete had passed away. My heart goes out to all and may God give you all the strength and courage to endure the days,weeks and years ahead of you. I bought some land in Wacousta from Pete back in the 70's to build a home and once we lived there he would always stop in the field he was working behind our home if he saw the kids playing in the yard and offer them a ride on his tractor or combine, what a wonderful thing to do for our kids, they were thrilled. Pete always worked hard and played harder. Pete was always a kind and caring man and I considered him a friend and may God hold him in his hands and provide him the grace and dignity he deserves.
John Panetta, Noblesville, Indiana

Logan Lauzon ~ Rieth-Riley construction co.

November 30, 2016

I have only had the pleasure of knowing Pete for a few years, and they have all been GREAT- both on a professional and personal level. Pete was always a hard working, ethical and honest person to do business with, which I will always admire about him. He valued his family, and also took the time every year to be sure that my son's had land to hunt giving me family time with them and I have always appreciated that. Pete was certainly one of a kind, and I am glad to have had the pleasure of knowing him. Clark family, please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Matt Donaldson

November 30, 2016

To the Clark family,
I was so sorry to hear of Pete's passing. I was Pete's roommate at Aquinas College and unfortunately, over time we lost touch with one another but for me he always remained and will remain a great, close friend. I enjoyed his good nature and how passionate he was about many things especially ,at the time, sports. As Aquinas had no football team it had a very competitive flag football league, remember I said FLAG football. We were an all freshmen team and our very first game we played an upper class team. We kicked off to them and Pete proceeded to tackle the ball carrier, severely, and then stood over him screaming, "Yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa", swinging his arms like a boxer. Of course, he drew a penalty flag. We won the game and many more. Needless to say the other teams in the league did not look forward to playing us. I'll never forget that and many more enjoyable times with Pete. I will miss him.

Bob Van Arkel

November 30, 2016

Thanks for the Memories

Our hearts go out with sincere sympathy to the entire Clark Family. Words cannot express how shocked and saddened our whole family was to hear of Pete's passing. Pete was a very generous, thoughtful and kind person, not only to our family but to the entire community. Pete's generosity, and that of Clark Farms, has allowed so many people to enjoy life and create their own memories. I can't imagine how many children and adults over the years that were able to enjoy sports in the Grand Ledge area due, in part, to Pete's willingness to donate countless resources. And the same goes for his involvement in Eagle Days. Those donations led to many happy hours and days for people he didn't even know to make their own memories with family and friends.
Looking back at the past I never truly understood the value of the gift that Pete gave me every year. Pete always made sure that I had a place to hunt with my son Bobby. It is those years of memories that I am truly grateful for. Pete you will forever be the third person in our hunting party. And one day, in another time and heavenly place when we meet again, I will be sure to say Thanks for the Memories!

Our thoughts & Prayers are with the Clark Family,

The Van Arkel's

Sharon & Dan Rennaker

November 30, 2016

So very sorry for your loss.
May the angels greet Pete in to paradise.
Sincere Sympathy,
Dan & Sharon (Ryan) Rennaker

Louie Smith

November 30, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear of Pete's passing. I express my condolence to all Clark Family members and friends. May God give you strength during this difficult time. Louie Smith

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a loved one

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Gordon & Kelly Duffey

November 30, 2016

So saddened to hear of the passing of Pete. He was a wonderful neighbor and friend - always there to help no matter what the problem - and such an active and vibrant person in the Wacousta/Grand Ledge/Eagle community. His beautiful and warm smile will be greatly missed.

November 30, 2016

Pat and family,

My heart aches for your loss. May memories of Pete sustain you during this difficult time.

Love Maggie

Debbie Mathews

November 30, 2016

Pete you will be missed. John and I have fond memories with you and the Clark family, our family.

Frank and Becky Balluff

November 30, 2016

Our sincere sympathy to Pat and the entire Clark family. Pete was a special person with a great sense of humor. He always made me feel good when I saw him. A good man.

a loved one

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Ellen and John Bunday

November 29, 2016

Our most sincere sympathy and prayers for the family. John and Ellen Bunday

Rollie & Linda Harlow

November 29, 2016

We were so shocked to hear of Pete's passing. What a wonderful and thoughtful guy. Pete and his crew were always ready to lend Betty a hand when she was flooded out. The entire Harlow family will miss his kindness. God bless all the Clark family.

Brad Lundquist

November 29, 2016

Pete let us borrow one of his new combines for our wedding and it was awesome my wife loved it she is a huge John deere fan so that made her day, that's just how Pete was so generous and kind and he will be missed greatly. Rest in peace Pete

Paul Covert

November 29, 2016

You were an inspiration to anyone that knew you. You were a role model and a guy we all aspired to be like. You were the most generous guy I have ever known - never asking for anything in return. You treated everyone like they were something special and made everyone feel a little better about themselves. You were funny and always had a funny story to tell that made the day a little brighter. You were thoughtful, considerate and polite and lived your life by the golden rule. You were tough and stood up for people and things you believed in and didn't back down. You were an extremely hard worker and lead by example - an example that lives on in your family and Clark Farms. You were creative and encouraged unique solutions to difficult problems. You were the first person to call when things would go bad and seemed to know exactly what to say to make things seem "not so bad after all". You were also the first guy to show up with a beer when things went right. You celebrated other people's accomplishments with great enthusiasm and treated your own incredible accomplishments as it they were "no big deal". You would help anyone, often times making their problems your problem - and then you would fix it. You were a great neighbor, community leader and family man. You were a great Businessman and Entrepreneur. You were and are the face of Eagle and made Eagle a place we are proud to call home.

You were bigger than life.

Jan Look

November 29, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear of Pete's death. My heart goes out to all his family. I have so many cherished stories/memories of the "adventures" we shared, whether it was chasing a certain truck, or farm equipment. His big heart, and patience with others was always appreciated.

Jason Buher

November 29, 2016

Jake,

So sorry to hear about your dad. Always appreciated the opportunity to work together and have great memories of him at our auctions and at your farm.

Sarina Rincker

November 29, 2016

Sarina Rincker

November 29, 2016

Phil and judy George

November 29, 2016

You were one of the nicest neighbor and friend a person could ask for. Spencer grew up with your whole family you were Spencer's second Dad. We will truly miss you. RIP Pete Clark. Our condolences to your whole family You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Sheila Bethea

November 29, 2016

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please know our Heavenly Father "hears our prayers and sees our tears" (2Kings 20:5). May you find comfort in his word during this difficult time.

Patty Raymond

November 29, 2016

Emmitt Omar

November 29, 2016

I knew Pete for many years and always respected and liked the man a great deal. I am very sorry to hear of his passing as I will no longer have a chance to talk wrestling with Pete. He was as fine a man and I've ever known and I will miss him. My condolences to the family and to all of Pete's many friends. He will be missed.

Dan Riker

November 29, 2016

What can't you say about Pete that isn't a good thing. He was a true friend. Pete helped me decide to not wait to get engaged to Robin, so i left his place and went and bought a ring and that night we were engaged. When i was in the hospital Robin stopped to fill him in on my condition and he said anything you need just ask. That was Pete a GREAT MAN ! To the family all are prayers go out to you.

Dan Riker

Tilly Anger

November 29, 2016

Pete's enthusiasm, laughter, friendship, good will and humor will be remembered by Marvin Howe's family for a long, time. Pete was a great neighbor and a good friend. He wil be greatly missed. Kindest thoughts, condolences, and sympathy to Pete's family, friends, and neighbors. May God bless Pete, and all those who enjoyed the pleasure of his company.

Rich & Dorcas Albertson

November 28, 2016

You were one of the great ones,from children to adults, you touched all our lives. I wish you could know how much you will be missed. Love from everyone you touched.

Jeff & Kolleen Hunt

November 28, 2016

Rarely has Jeff or I been at a loss for words, but the shock of Pete's death not only has us stunned it is such a great sadness in our heart.The world has lost a truly great man.Jeff has mentioned how Pete was always such a tremondous influence in his life to be a person to do good.May God cover you with his grace and mercy.

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