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Dean Clark Obituary
December 15, 1931 - September 13, 2022
Fresno, California - Dean R. Clark of Fresno, CA. was born in Merced, CA on December 15, 1931 and passed away on September 13, 2022.
He is the son of Ray McMillan Clark and Chloe India (Wolfinbarger). He was raised in Merced where he attended local schools. He went on to Modesto Junior College before he served in the Air Force during the Korean War being stationed in Okinawa. Before entering the service he married Nancy Harter and they had David (1953), Steven (1955) and Kimberlee (1958). After 4 years in the military Dean and Nancy settled in Fresno where Dean finished his education at Fresno State. Dean enjoyed a teaching career of 30 years, most of it at McLane High School retiring in 1991.
After his divorce, Dean was married to June Truax until her death in 1991. He was married to Mary Ann Denzler from 1992 until his death.
Dean enjoyed singing and was a member of the Gold Note Barbershop Chorus for 50 years, putting on lots shows and performing in many competitions. He enjoyed playing golf at Fig Garden, was a member of SIRS and an avid RVer, traveling monthly with the RV club.
Dean is preceded in death by his parents and brother Gerald. He is survived by his wife Mary Ann, sons David (Barbara), Steven (Nina), daughter Kimberlee Klinger and stepson Chris Denzler (Michelle) and sister-in-law Donna Clark. He is also survived by grandchildren Jennifer (Romy), Justin, Kristin (Scott), Bryce (Melissa), Jon, Matthew, Kayla and great-grandchildren Rome, Reese, Liam and Elijah. And lastly by his beloved kitty Chanel.
As requested, there will be no service but the next time you watch a western, sing a song, hit a golf ball or pet a kitty, please think of Dean.
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Memories and Condolences
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Tom smith
November 11, 2022
I had the good fortune to teach with Dean at McLane high school in the early 70's I will always remember his never ending smile and positive outlook! Thoughts n Prayers to his family.
Chuck and Barbie McGehee
September 29, 2022
Dear David, Steve, Kimberlee,
At first, I didn't recognize your dad until (Helen sent me your dad's obituart) I saw you, David, Steve, and Kimberlee by the name; I was surprised that we have not seen each other for years and years.
Yes, I had good memories of your dad when we were neighbors. We offer our sincere condolences to all of you.
I want to contact all of you. My email address is [email protected].
Michael
September 28, 2022
Dean was a great organizer with our Barbershop local The Gold Note Chorus. He was at every meeting and could always be counted on. His distinctive voice was one of the standouts in the chorus. I will miss him.
Carl Campbell
September 25, 2022
Enjoyed singing with Dean in the chorus and quartet. While he was teaching at McLane, he was one of daughter´s favorite teachers. I have had fond memories of Dean over the years and think of him often. He always had a ready smile and great sense of humor.
Conrad Sanborn
September 25, 2022
I was saddened to read of Dean´s passing in this morning´s Fresno Bee. He and I taught together at McLane High School and frequently we rode to and from McLane together on our bicycles! My condolences to his family! Conrad Sanborn
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