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Gary Clark Obituary
Passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 22 at his home in Signal Hill, CA. Gary graduated from UCLA in 1980 and Lynwood H.S. in 1975. He was the Deputy Executive Officer at MTA Los Angeles, and former employee of Access Services at OCTD, as well as Choir Director Emeritus and active church member at Grace United Methodist Church, Long Beach, CA. Funeral services will be held at 10 AM, Wednesday, June 29 at Grace United Methodist Church, 2325 E 3rd St. (at Junipero St.), Long Beach, 90814. Visitation was held 6-8:30 PM, Tuesday, June 28 at Rose Hills, 3888 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA (562-699-0921). Gary is survived by his partner Peter Cobo, Signal Hill; his mother, Berniece R. Clark, Tustin; sisters Kathleen Larson, Tustin and Diane Kildun,Ventura; and niece Kimberly and nephew Eric Larson, Tustin; and niece Meghan and nephew Clark Kildun, Ventura. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Malcolm C. Todd Cancer Institute, 2801 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach, 90806 (562-933-0910) or to the Community Center of Greater Long Beach, 2017 E. 4th St., Long Beach, 90718 (562-434-4455).
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Memories and Condolences
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LONNIE MILLER
June 30, 2005
I frist got to know Gary my frist week at Lynwood Hi. He was the kind of person that made you feel welcome. I enjoyed the times that we had in theater. I know that he will be missed by all that know him.
Mayra Quintanilla
June 29, 2005
I WOULD LIKE TO PAY MY RESPECTS TO HIS FRIENDS AND FAMILY. IT WAS A PLEASURE HAVING MET GARY, MAY GOD BE WITH HIM, AND BLESS HIS FAMILY
Cindy Outlaw
June 29, 2005
Gary and I met at the age of 12 in 7th grade band. We sat next to each other in the flute section but I could never match his musical skills. We remained close friends over the next 6 years until high school graduation. I miss our all-night Monopoly games and donut runs. Gary was voted by our senior Class - "Best Liked". He was loved by all.
Desiree Ryan Hennessy
June 28, 2005
I have such wonderful memories of my friendship with Gary in high school in 1974 and 1975. Although I did not see him frequently after moving out of the area, I will miss him and his wonderful smile and positive attitude. I send my prayers and thoughts to Peter and to Gary's family.
Jesus Vega
June 28, 2005
My sympathies to the family and friends. God Bless may he rest in peace.
DOTTIE BELL
June 28, 2005
IT WAS DEFINETLY A PRIVIGE TO OF MET GARY. I WAS HAPPY TO BE HIS PHELEBOTOMIST FOR OVER 15 YEARS.
AT HEALTH CARE PARTNERS. GARY 'S POSITIVE AND PROFESSIONAL CONVERSATION WILL BE MISSED. WE SHARED TH SAME BIRTHDAY MONTH. GOD BLESS ALL THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
susan matthews
June 28, 2005
May God bless and be with Gary's loved ones and friends, he is in wonderful hands now.
Susan Orcutt Matthews
DEB MENDOZA
June 28, 2005
ONE OF THE GREATEST PEOPLE I HAVE EVER KNOWN, GARY TOUCHED ME IN A MOST UNIQUE WAY. IT IS BECAUSE OF HIM & SADLY MANY OTHERS THAT I LOVE WHAT I DO. GARY, YOU ALWAYS INSPIRED ME TO MAKE THE MOST OF LIFE AND NEVER TAKE ANYTHING OR ANYONE FOR GRANTED.
I'LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU.
PETER, YOU ARE THE LUCKIEST PERSON TO HAVE SHARED SOMEONE AS SPECIAL AS GARY. YOU WILL BOTH FOREVER BE IN MY HEART.
LOVE YOU MORE THAN YOU KNOW.
DEB
sharon papa
June 28, 2005
Gary,
I couldn't have asked for a more loyal friend. I will miss you more than you know. Thanks for ALWAYS being there for me and making me laugh no matter what was happening at that moment. I will remember you always. love, Sharon
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