Eric D. Clark Obituary

Remembering the service and sacrifice of Pfc Eric Clark . We will never forget him and will keep you in prayer during this New Year.

May 11, 2013
To the family and friends of Pfc. Eric D. Clark:
It has truly been my honor to sign Eric's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Eric will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

To the family of Pfc. Eric D. Clark:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Christian Memorial Day Remembrance worship service at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, 26 May 2013. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the bordering states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 300 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars of our nation's history and give honor to all who have served in the United States Armed Forces and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each 8-foot cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of America's conflicts.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “Freedom:Free, but Costly.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and there place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of the Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the Memorial Garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel. The Memorial Garden will remain until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, 27 May (Memorial Day).

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/286-7296) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans' name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/286-7296) or email the office ([email protected]) and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Saturday 25 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sunday, 26 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one's cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

Still remembered, respected and honored.

To the family and friends of Pfc. Eric D. Clark:
Always remembering Eric. "Some gave all."

To the family of Pfc. Eric D. Clark:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Christian Memorial Day Remembrance worship service at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday 27 May 2012. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the bordering states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 300 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars of our nation's history and give honor to all who have served the United States and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of America's conflicts.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “Lest We Forget Freedom's Cost.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of the Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the Memorial Garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/456-4410) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans' name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/456-4410) or email ([email protected]) the office, and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Saturday 26 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sunday 27 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one's cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

Happy Birthday Love :)

Over 5 years and it still feels like yesterday. Love you and miss you bub.

Still missing you Eric....We will always remember your smile and the way you could make anybody feel better. You are always in our hearts.

To the family and friends of Pfc. Eric D. Clark:
Please accept my remembrance of Eric on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

To the family of Pfc Eric D Clark:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 29 May 2011. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 200 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one. The Memorial Garden’s perimeter will be manned by members of the Patriot Guard and a honor guard from AMVETS Post #1 of Mendota will be posted at the entrance.

The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars in United States history and give honor to all who have served their country and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of our nation’s wars.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “A Believer’s Look at War.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the memorial garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/456-4410) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/456-4410) or email ([email protected]) the office and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat 28 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun 29 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

It feels like it was just yesterday that I had my arms around you. I can't believe it's been so long. So many things left unsaid and unfinished. But I'll see you again someday. I love you so much Eric and I miss you everyday.

Love always

To the family and friends of Pfc. Eric D. Clark:
Remembering Eric on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

To the family of Pfc. Eric D. Clark:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 30 May 2010. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses to represent all of the wars in United States history and give honor to all who have served their country and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled “A Day of Remembrance.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. An honor guard squad will be on hand to fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the memorial garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception; weather permitting will be outside of the Chapel.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (612/970-7866) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (612/970-7866) or email ([email protected]) the office and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat 29 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun 30 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

I miss you.

I THINK OF YOU EVERYDAY. I LOVE YOU MAN. YOU WERE ONE OF THE BEST PEOPLE TO BE AROUND. I SAUGHT OUT YOUR COMPANY BECAUSE YOU WERE THE ONLY ONE WHO COULD CREATE LAUGHTER IN TIMES OF GREAT STRESS.

Missing you.

Three years...So many things have happened and yet we never forget the ones we've lost along the way. So many things can't be expressed in words. Thank you Eric for the sacrifice you made for America and thank you to his family for making him into the most beautiful person i've ever known.

I love you.
I miss you.
You are my immortal.

Joy McKnight

Eric, another year tomorrow; I appreciate my time with my loved ones and your sacrifice is not forgotten.

CPT Ryan Hunt

To the family of Pfc. Eric D. Clark:
Eric gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

To the family of Pfc. Eric D. Clark:

The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 24 May 2009. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled “Answering the Highest Call.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. An honor guard squad will be on hand to fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the memorial garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception in the Chapel’s Fellowship Hall.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (612/970-7866) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (612/970-7866) or email ([email protected]) the office and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat 23 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun 24 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

Almost another year...i can't imagine how we who knew Eric have lasted this long without him. If anyone knows how to contact Erics' family please email me i think i may have something that they would want of his. My email is [email protected].

I love you Eric and i always will.
Stay with me please.

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Eric,

You are missed. On a daily basis, I reminded of the sacrifice that you made for us. You are truly remembered, loved, and respected. I remember our last conversation at Camp Liberty. I live everyday with your sacrifice in my mind and heart. Thank you for letting me live and love my Family; it is the only way to pay you back.

V/r,
CPT Ryan Hunt

Happy Birthday Buddy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Clark!

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”

I did not know Eric, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008

Visit this link to hear the song.

The Other Side –
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Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
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Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of my
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.

Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the CLARK family and all.Knowing now few of the many things they have always know, Is one of the many reasons that our HERO[S] shall NEVER be forgotten.Rest well brother as promised and in your honor that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel shall be FOREVER clutched in the talons, as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our greatfull nation.THANK YOU .All Hard Chargers..If you are wonded I will carry you**If you are captured I will come for you**If you are K.I.A. I will FOREVER reamber you.We have one and all COME by NORTH**COME by SOUTH**COME by EAST**COME by WEST.We were all gathered and united on that great day as strangers,as we stood and upon those last [4] spoken words we are..........FOREVER BROTHERS..................B.V.C.......................................SEMPER FI. .. ......... ..

Eric-
It has been almost two years now since you have been gone. You are truly missed. But I know you are watching over all of us. You are a hero in our eyes you did something I could never do and you did it great. Rest in peace man. We love you and always thinking about you. I wear my hero bracelet for you everyday. Love ya

To the family of Pfc. Eric D. Clark:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 25 May, 2008. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain, LTC Kenneth L. Beale, Jr. will preach a message entitled “The Price of Freedom” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. An honor guard squad will be on hand to fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (612/970-7866) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat. 24 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun. 25 May, a “PrayerVigil for Peace” will be held. You are invited to stop by and light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden, then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Administrative Assistant
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Clark and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

It has been a little over a year and i still think about Eric everyday. Although I know hes happy, probably doing the white tornado for a group of people in Heaven, I miss him still. God has a plan for us all, and I can't wait for the day when i see Eric again. You were always there when I needed a friend and I will forever remember you as the person I'd want to be.
*You will never be forgotten.*

I still can't believe it's been one year. Eric, you are still making your family laugh and we know that you are here with us. You are our hero and we're very proud of you.
We had an angel on earth and now we have an angel watching over us. Keep your friends safe in Iraq. We love you very much and are waiting for the day that we meet again. Bunches & bunches of love. Aunt Tammy, Uncle Scott & Alex

Eric-

Time has gone by so fast, you've been gone from us for one year now. I just wish I could have talked to you one last time before you left us. I am pretty sure that you are watching over us with everyone up in heaven laughing just like you used to do when you were here with us. You died doing what most people dream of doing and you are a hero in my eyes. Keep watching over everyone, you are sadly missed everyday. We love and miss you.

Tracey

A Multitude of Thanks, to this Brave Young Soldier, who gave his life for our Country and for Freedom. Thank you for your Courage, and your unselfish Dedication and Service.
Rest In Peace Pfc. Eric D. Clark, in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God be with the Clark family.

Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.

Treasure this hero Lord, in Your Garden of Rest,
for while here on earth, he was one of our best.

I am sincerely hoping that you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss.

To Eric,
Its been hard to express how much I miss you. You were a beacon of light in this world. It was a beautiful day that I met you. You put me right at ease with you're smiling self and silly jokes. First time we met I was going on a mission and was nervous and scared, guess I didnt know what to expect. Then you walked up to me and said, "Don't worry, you're riding with me, I'll take care of you." That you did, how could I doubt that smile full of sunshine. After that I saw Eric's smiling face everywhere. The second time I had the honor of working with you, we enjoyed coffee together and then off to work we went. We chatted about family, dreams, and our futures. You spoke highly of your family and how much you missed them. You praised me and said thoughtful things about my children who were so far away. These memories are imbedded in my mind forever and I shall never forget you. I was proud to have worked with one of the TOP SOLDIERS in 3-6 Field Artillery. You will not be forgotten Eric. God Bless this angel that walked into my life one day and for a time brought joy into my life.
The road is difficult, and yet we endure.


Veteran (US Army)
[email protected]

It's almost a year since Eric died and I still can't get him off my mind. Eric was the most amazing person I ever met. My prayers are forever with his family.
Thank you Eric for making everyones life a million times better just by living. You inspire me to do so much and live my life the best I can. I hope you're proud of me. I Love you.

The family & friends of Eric will forever be in my prayers & thoughts. Eric was the first person that I befriended as a new student at St. Therese. We continued our friendship into junior High at St. Joe's. Eric would walk to St. Therese everyday & hop in the back seat of my dad's 1988 Honda Prelude. We would then start our journey to St. Joe's. The ride became increasingly awkward for Eric because he was much taller than the backseat could accommodate, so one day I took the small seat & let him stretch out in the front. he always kept us occupied with jokes, stories, & impersonations. There was never a dull day with Eric in the Prelude & in life. This routine continued for 3 years, when we both, unknowingly, decided to go to Indian Trail Academy for our sophomore year. We'd always see each other in the halls & joke, or if I had to find a teacher or student in Communications, he'd help me.

My fondest memories of Eric would be when we were specifically told not to try to pull any stunts or do anything inappropriate during the 2001 ITA graduation ceremony. Like clockwork, Eric approached the steps of the stage. As soon as Mrs. Spenko called his name, Eric "tripped" & "tripped" again & "tripped" once more on his way to shake her hand & get his diploma. No one ever said anything, because it was Eric...That's just how he was, the class clown & everyone's best friend. My other favorite memory would be of when I came to visit him while he was on leave for his birthday in 2005. We hung out at his house, just like we had for years & went to IHOP. With Eric, there was always an inside joke about IHOP. That's where we literally bumped into each other for the first time since graduation. Since then, everytime we'd talk or write, I'd tell him "See you at IHOP." or ask if he'd like some pancakes...He'd just laugh.

Eric Clark was a true & one of my dearest friends. I knew him for 15 years & he always supported me in my decisions & was there for me. This is just a testament of the kind of person he was & the loving family & group of friends that he had supporting him at home. We all lost a great friend on May 11, 2006, but gained a guardian angel with a great sense of humor. I will never forget Eric, his family, or the memories that I have of him. Keep them laughing!

I did not know this brave young soldier, but my sincere condolences go out to his family and friends.

It truly hurts all of America to lose our finest young men and women.

Please know that Eric will not be forgotten, and I shall keep him in my prayers.

May you find comfort in your loving memories of Eric.

My flag flies in his honor.

I served in Iraq, but never knew Eric. Though a close friend of mine was in the same unit as him and were good friends. I will pray for you all, but I'm sure that we all know that he is now in a better place by being at the side of our Lord. God bless. Hooah.

My sincerest condolences to the family of Eric D. Clark. Although we have never met, I am a distant relative (I am a great-grandson of Civil War Veteran David Fenton Clark, who was born in Vermont, served in the U.S. SharpShooters, farmed in Wisconsin, and homesteaded in South Dakota, dying about 1933). Eric was a true hero and has paid the ultimate sacrifice in protecting the freedom that we all enjoy in America. May he rest in peace, and may God bless all of his family.

Eric was an amazing person! He always knew how to make you laugh, and could always put a smile on your face. I met him through a mutual friend and I'm very thankful to have known him. Even for the short time that I had. My heart breaks to even have to write this, I still believe I'm in shock. My heart goes out to the Clark family and it saddens me to know you lost such a wonderful son. My best wishes and thank you Eric for everything! I'll see you again one day Eric!! God bless you!

My heartfelt sympathy to the Clark family in the loss of Eric. I did not know Eric, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Eric you are a hero and you will never be forgotten.

I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.

Love and Peace

Tom



To live in the hearts

of those you leave behind

is never to die"

~Robert Orr~

To the family of Pfc. Eric D. Clark:

The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 28 May, 2006. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.



I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain, LTC Kenneth L. Beale, Jr. will preach a message entitled “What Are We to Remember?” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. An honor guard squad will be on hand to fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played.



As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (612/970-7866) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.



Respectfully,

Leila Campbell

Administrative Assistant

Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation

email:[email protected]

web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

To the Family of Eric,

I did not know Eric personally, but my daughter was close to him. We cannot imagine how difficult it is for you, as my son, her brother is also in Iraq serving in the 101st.We pray everyday for all who are serving, we pray for peace.May God Bless your family.

to the family of eric i express me deepest sympathy to you. cheese was one of my best friends and i have so many great memories that i will treasure for the rest of my life. me him and my husband hung out alot and cheese was like no other. he would know just want to say to put a smile on anyones face. i am still in shock that he is gone. but he will always live on through all of us and you are all in our prayers and we are thinking of you everyday. with all my love.. i love you cheese and you continue to watch over all of us.

I was also a friend of Eric's in high school. He was truly a great person. Always someone who could make you laugh when you were down and truly cared for everyone around him. He will be sadly missed by many but he is a courageous and brave person for serving his country as he did. He will be always be in my heart. God bless him and his family.

My condolences to the Clark family.

Eric may you rest in peace. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. You have earned your golden halo and wings. May you continue to soar in the heavenly clouds up above.

To the family of Eric Clark. We are of no blood relation to all of you but our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Our son Jeremy Stoyer is married to a cousin of yours Sara in Kenosha. We reside now reside in Texas but, we were born and raised in Kenosha. God Bless and be strong.

I am the mother of PFC Stephen Snowberger III. I am so sorry for your loss and these words are hard to say. May 11 will always be special in my heart as I know it will be in yours. I find this unbelievable myself as my son, my baby, was just 18.Please know this, "Eric has now joined the ranks of all the Great Men and Women who paid the ultimate price to defend our way of life." My family will be praying for yours. Those two young men shared a bond in life and now in death.



Debbie Brown

1565 Valley Mine Rd

Lexington, NC 27292

To the family of Eric Clark: I am a second cousin of the Leipzigs, and

am truly sorry for the loss of Eric. May god be with all of you, know that you all are in my thoghts and prayers daily. Although I was never given the opportunity to meet Eric he will truly be missed by everyone that knew him and knew of him. Love Raneta

To the family of Eric Clark:

When I read the news in the paper, I was deeply saddened by yet another fallen soldier. Didn't realize til the next day that we are related. I am first cousins with the Leipzig's.

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I know what it's like to lose a loved one in such a tragic way. There are no words right now to express the comfort that you so need. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

To the Family of Pfc. Eric K. Clark:

My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost a son 12/1/05.

I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort. When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family.

Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)

[email protected]

(Millersville, PA )

I was a friend of Eric's throughout high school. He was a great friend. He could always make people laugh and anytime he was in the room he was the center of attention. There are no words that can describe the type of person he was. He cared about everyone and always wanted to do well in life. My prayers are with his family. And I know that I will never forget Eric and how great of a person he was. He died doing somehting that he believed in. May he rest in peace. He is truly missed.

I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Soldier, Pfc. Eric K. Clark. I pray the Lord brings you comfort in these most difficult days ahead.

"As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted." says the Lord

Isaiah 66:13

A Proud 172 Stryker Mom

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI



A MARINE MOM