Dr. John Harlan Clark

Dr. John Harlan Clark

Aug. 30, 1948 - Nov. 2, 2022

HELENA - Dr. John Harlan Clark of Helena, MT, died at his home surrounded by his family on November 2, 2022. He was 74 years old.

John was born August 30, 1948, in Helena, MT, to Charlie and Betty Clark. He spent his childhood years in both Helena, MT, and Valdez, AK. He was married to Jean Ann Stein on October 7, 1967. They were married 55 years. John graduated from Helena High in 1967, then graduated from Carroll College in 1971, with a Bachelors in Biology. He then attended Colorado State University where he received his masters and PhD in fisheries biology in 1975. John then began his career of 44 years with Alaska Fish and Game in Anchorage, AK.

He and his wife spent 20 years moving through the state to cities like Juneau and Fairbanks. John then finished his career doing work on the Pacific Salmon Commission and negotiating chapters of the Pacific Salmon Treaty - representing Alaska. His colleagues remember him as a devoted mentor, colleague, advocate, and friend.

In addition to his illustrious career, John had several hobbies he excelled at. Including hunting, fishing, and woodworking. He was a hardworking individual who loved being outdoors and exploring the beauty of Montana and Alaska. He also accomplished his dream of traveling to Namibia, Africa to go hunting.

John is survived by his wife Jean Clark; his two children: Steve Clark of Denver, CO, and Terry Clark of Helena, MT; his five grandkids and one great-grandchild. He is preceded in death by his parents of Helena, MT; and his brother, Donald Clark of Helena, MT.

At John's request, he wants to be cremated with no funeral ceremony.