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James Clark Obituary
Belchertown, MA - James W Clark, 66, was greeted by his daughter, Vanessa Marie, on May 30, 2024.
Jim was a good man with a gift to make people laugh. He was a goofy, kindhearted rocker who loved his family and friends deeply.
He was a skilled house painter known for his attention to detail and his commitment to excellence. He enjoyed boogie boarding, golfing, metal detecting and finding sea glass.
Jim will be missed by his loving wife, Anne Marie (Campeau), daughters Jessica and Angela, his mother Clara Very, brother Jerald and wife Susan Clark, all of Belchertown. He also leaves his Brother Paul Clark and wife Doree of Fairfax California, sister Martha Mannion and husband Michael of Oriental North Carolina, brother-in-law Paul Hannemann of Tenants Harbor Maine, his mother-in-law, Barbara Campeau, brother-in-law Paul Campeau (Lisa), sister-in-law Suzette Fay (Leo), many nieces and nephews, and his two best friends Bert and Saqib.
Jim is predeceased by his daughter Vanessa Marie, sister Catherine Hannemann, father Alfred H Clark Jr. and wife Lillian, stepfather Frederick S. Very, and father-in-law Henry T Campeau.
Visitation will be held on Friday, June 7, 2024 from 4:00-7:00pm at the Beers & Story Belchertown Funeral Home. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers please pay it forward and do something kind in Jim's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Clark
Jane Gannon
June 28, 2024
I was saddened to hear of Jimmy´s death. 66 is far too young to leave this world. My 6 brothers and sisters and I were playmates of he and his siblings back in the early 60s and I have wonderful memories of those days. I remember him fondly and he will be missed. Condolences to the family and friends he leaves behind.
Suzanne Scott
June 7, 2024
My condolences go out to you Jess and your family during this time of the passing of your dad! (Melanie's gram)
Kyle Belanger
June 6, 2024
I worked with Jimmy for over ten years. Watching him work was an inspiration. As a project manager, I received feedback from almost every client, and I can´t remember a single time where someone wasn´t impressed with the quality and professionalism of his work. I truly believe that he was a master of his craft.
Humble, dedicated, amiable, lighthearted, and committed to his work and family. In those ways, we should all strive to be more like Jimmy. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. You should be proud of the mark that he left on the world.
Les & Wendy Edinson
June 6, 2024
Our hearts go out to Anne, Angela and Jessica on Jim's untimely passing. He was such a decent, sweet, and honorable man. The world feels a bit darker today, but it is a better place for Jim's time on it. We're honored to have known him. All our love, Wendy & Les
Steven Perakis
June 6, 2024
My heartfelt condolences go out to Ann and her family on the loss of James.I met him once at a reception event and he was such a nice person.May the precious memories you have of him help you during this most difficult time.
Penny & Michael Whitlock
June 5, 2024
My heart goes out to his family! He had a big heart & cared about everyone. I remember he once gave up some of his sick time to a co-worker who was out for surgery. He was the best painter around too! I will cherish my many years of friendship. Rock on Jimmy!
Peter Adzima
June 4, 2024
Remember the movie "Stand By Me?" Adolescent boys growing up, trying to figure it out. That was me, Jimmy and a few others in junior high. Jimmy was one of my best friends and we had a few teenage adventures together. Jimmy went to Pathfinder in the 10th grade and I stayed in Belchertown. We grew apart, lost touch, but just like in the movie, I will never forget the time we shared as young boys beginning our search for who we are.
Sara Ridgway and Myles
June 4, 2024
I´m so sorry to hear of your loss, Anne and girls. So much love sent your way.
Don and Kathy Greenleaf
June 4, 2024
We are deeply saddened by Jim´s passing. Our hearts go out to Ann, Angela and Jessica. We have wonderful memories of the hanging out cheering on our girls at softball. Jim was a great, sweet man who never had a bad word to say about anyone. Heaven gained a wonderful angel bless Jim´s heart of gold. Our deepest sympathy to his loving family. You are all in our prayers
Liz Opalenik Rogers
June 4, 2024
I am very sad to hear of Jim´s passing. He was a wonderful person and friend
Dennis Bromery and Linda Marston
June 4, 2024
Our sincere condolences to Jimmy's family and friends. Jimmy did the highest-quality work at our home several times, and he was such a nice person! His color recommendations were superb. Our thoughts are with you during this sad time.
Bert hickey
June 4, 2024
I will miss jimmy dearly not only was he my best friend , he was also the big brother I never had , and also a father figure wich I rarely had , I learned a lot about family values from Jim And Anne they always had dinner as a family and played games together and vacationed as a family , I believe they were a blue print of how a family should be, I loved them both and will miss him always, Bert
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