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Roger Thomas Clark

1950 - 2005

BORN

1950

DIED

2005

Roger Clark Obituary

Roger Thomas Clark Services: Mon., Oct. 24, 2:00 p.m. A memorial service will be held Monday, October 24, 2005, 2:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Mortuary for Roger Thomas Clark who passed away Monday, October 17, 2005, at his home in Bakersfield. Roger was born August 17, 1950 to Robert and Jeannie Clark in Brawley, CA. He was raised in El Centro, CA. He graduated from Imperial Valley College in 1970 and moved to Bakersfield to attend California State University, Bakersfield. He received his degree in Business Administration in 1972, the first graduating class at the new college. Roger worked for 27 years for Motorola Communications & Electronics as a salesman and then as a customer service representative and was a member of the Vice Presidents Club. He was proud to work for Motorola and he was proud of the radio systems he sold. Rogers personality was so outgoing, he lifted everyones spirit just by talking to them. He always had a joke to tell. He was always upbeat. Roger was very active in the Friends of Kern County M.S. patients. He facilitated many meetings including the October meeting. He is survived by his beloved wife of 26 years Gail; mother and father, Bob and Jeannie Clark of El Centro, CA; sister, Anne Bailey of Boise, ID; nieces, Erica Bailey, U.S. Navy, Tiffany Llanos, Boise, ID; nephew, Adam Bailey, U.S. Navy; mother and father-in-law, Lester and Louise Hutchison of Bakesfield, CA; sister-in-law, Donna Riggs of Santa Maria, CA; nephew, Brian Riggs of Napa Valley, CA; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his nephew, Kevin Riggs. Also missing him is Lizzie, the Jack Russell Terrorist. Pallbearers will be Greg Bynum, Skip Chandler, Tom Kruse, Billy Olson, Brian Riggs and Cliff Van Kopp. Donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Visitation begins Sunday, October 23rd, from 11 a.m. 5 p.m., at Hillcrest Memorial Chapel. Legacy.com

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Oct. 21, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Roger Clark

17 Entries

Douglas Dickey

October 25, 2005

Gail, I am so sorry about Roger's passing. I always enjoyed seeing you at Thanksgiving and Xmas and Roger was always such a positive and giving person. When I think of him, I can't help but smile and think "what a nice guy". That really sums Roger up for me, "what a nice guy" and someone that I will use as a positive inspiration. I will truly miss him, but I also know that he is in a better place and will lead the way for us and maybe have a nice joke or two upon arrival. God Bless.

Chuck Neukom

October 24, 2005

I knew Roger at work and was greted with warmth and hopitality when I moved to Bakersfield in 1981. He was the spark plug that made the day go by with fun and the joy we shared with Motorola, a great company. I will miss his sprit, e-mailed jokes and phone conversations. I know with certainity that he is in a better place. God bless, Roger.

Tom & Evelyn Clark

October 24, 2005

Bob & Jeanie and Gail,

I did not know Rodger, but I Know he must have been a man with a lot of courage. He lived and fought with a terrible disease. Speaking from experience I know what he went through and what it takes to keep going.

Our Sympathy to all.

Tom & Evelyn

Cathy Dickison LaComb

October 24, 2005

I knew Roger in high school in Imperial Valley. He was a kind and wonderful person. I moved from the Valley after graduating and lost touch with many of my friends including Roger, but I have always kept him and great memories of Roger in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I know that memories of Roger will give you comfort as time goes on.

May God bless and comfort you.

David Lind

October 23, 2005

So sorry to hear of Roger's passing. I remember him as a cheerful and energetic person. My wife, Beth (Beth Rowe IHS '69), and I enjoyed seeing him at the 30th. "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him..." Romans 15:13

Sue Lehmann Hess

October 23, 2005

Gail, we so enjoyed getting to see Roger again after so many years at the 30th CUHS reunion. My sympathies to you as you begin a life without him. May God bless you, Sue Hess

Mike Emerson

October 23, 2005

A great loss to his family and friends. A real nice guy and it was great to see him at the CUHS reuino. God Bless and comfort his family and friends. Mike Emerson, a fellow CUHS classmate, El Centro, CA

Donnie Ward

October 22, 2005

It was just yesterday we were in college together. Roger was room mates with Gary Butcher and we had many late parties in that apartment. Many wonderful memories. I send my sincere condolences and love to his family.

Mark Kubin

October 22, 2005

Roger will be missed,my condolences to his family .

Jeanette Knox

October 22, 2005

I did not know Roger but I was shown pictures and told of Roger only a day after his passing and when we were talking of him we did not know that he had passed. I live in Illinois and was being visited by my cousin and Roger's friend Billy Olson.

The family has my deepest sympathy as I know he was a fine person.

Jeanette Knox, Odin, Il

Billy Olson

October 21, 2005

I will miss Roger so much by so many that he touched on a personal level. He meant a lot to so many people who like himself had Multiple Sclerosis. He was the spiritual leader of the Bakersfield MS Support Group for many years. He helped form and run the Friends of Kern County Multiple Sclerosis Patients, Inc., a nonprofit that benefited so many with MS locally. Roger will be in my heart and mind for the rest of my life.

(Friend, and Fellow MS Patient)

Teresa (Maring) Snider

October 21, 2005

I'm sorry to hear of Roger's passing. We were in the same graduating class at CUHS. He will be missed. God be with his family near and far.

Glynette McTeer

October 21, 2005

I am sorry to hear of Rogers passing. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Glynette

(sister of LaNell Howell)

Sandy Anderson

October 21, 2005

I only met Roger once--several years ago--but I remember him as one funny guy! He certainly kept us entertained. My prayers to Gail and Roger's family.

Larry Sheridan

October 21, 2005

It was my priviledge to work with Roger from 1984 to 1989 when I was with the City of Bakersfield. He was always cheerful and upbeat, usually with a little twinkle in his eye that made you wonder what he was up to. He was a good guy and will be missed. Our heart-felt sympathy to his family as they go through this most trying of times. May God bless and keep you.

Myra Tiedemann

October 21, 2005

Gail,

I just wanted to let you know I heard about Roger and I'm so sorry. I will try to reach you by phone ... if I can't just know my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Myra

Catherine Garcia

October 21, 2005

Just want to express my heartfelt condolences to Roger's wife Gail and her family. I am thinking of you and praying for you in your time of sorrow. Catherine... co-worker/friend @ DCSS

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