James Clark Obituary
Born in Akron, he lived all of his life here. He retired from Consolidated Freightways after 32 years of service.
Preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Eleanor, he is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Gayla; son, Jason (Amber); daughters, Tonya (Keith) Anderson, Nicole (Carl) Myers; stepson, Rob (Natalie) Wininger; grandchildren, Cole, Madison, Hannah, Alec, Abby, Trent, Dane, Brody; sisters, Janice (Mark) Keyser, Joyce (Michael) Abner, Denise (Frank) Monro; and many other loving relatives and friends.
Friends may call 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., Akron. A gathering will immediately follow the calling hours at AMVETS Post 176, 3944 Wheatley Rd., Richfield. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a charity of one's choice.
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Jack Widmer
February 6, 2013
I remember Jim from day one when he hired in with CF. He was fun to work with through the years and will be missed by all who knew him. My prayers to Gayla and all his family.
Nick & Joyce Veres
February 5, 2013
Dear Gayla and Family:
We are so very sorry for your loss. Jimmy was such a kind, fun and wonderful man and will be so missed. Our prayers and thoughts to you and God Bless.
Mary Durastanti
February 4, 2013
Gayla so sorry to hear of Jims passing.we had good times at clearview.
Mike & Suzie Fleming
February 4, 2013
Gayla, and the rest of the Clark family, my deepest sympathies go out to you. Jim's passing came as a shock to many of us. I worked with Jim for over 30 years at CF, running many trips together and sharing many laughs. He was one of the funniest guys I knew, and could always be counted on to bring a smile to many a face. He will most certainly be missed by all that knew him, and rest assured that he will be remembered in our prayers as will you. God Bless and keep all of you.
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Rita McCallister
February 3, 2013
Dear Gayla and Family, We are so vey sorry for the loss of Jim. He was such a sweet man, always happy to see us, he will be missed alot! God be with you during this difficult time. We love you....Rita, Dan & Megan McCallister
February 3, 2013
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing he was always enjoyable to be around and will be missed by many.GOD BLESS
Chuck and Judy Kertell
Janet Wade
February 2, 2013
Gayla and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss of Jim, I've thought about him over the last few months since taking care of him. He is resting now in Gods loving arms. Sending prayers your way.
Christine Pratt
February 2, 2013
Love you all so much! Im so sorry for your loss. Uncle Jimmy will be missed by us all very much.
Christine Pratt
February 2, 2013
Uncle Jim will be missed terribly. I was so lucky to have him a part of my childhood and life. His smile will always be in my mind and heart. I have such great memories as a kid. And boy alot of laughs. Till we meet again Uncle Jim. I know now your out of pain and with Grandpa and Grandma. What a special angel you will be. Heavens lucky to have you. Wish we could of had you a little bit longer.
February 2, 2013
JIM WAS MY BEST FRIEND AT WORK,I DON'T HAVE WORDS TO SAY HOW MUCH I'LL MISS HIM.MAY THE LORD BE WITH HIM AND GALLA
FOREVER ELMER HUGHES
Bob Wolfe
February 2, 2013
I'm sorry for your loss,I dispatched Jim for many years at CF,always a pleasure to work with him.
February 2, 2013
What a great loss, I'm sorry to hear about Jim's passing, I will alway remember the fun I had being around Jim, God bless his family during this time and Take care of his memories, Jim and Chris Weaver
Aunt Jan & Uncle Jim McCrady
February 2, 2013
Jason, Amber, Alec & Abby
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad/Grandpas passing.Our sympathy & peaceful thoughts are with all of you & your family.
Most Sincerely,
Gerald & Shawn Dumann
February 2, 2013
We are sharing in your sorrow. Jim is one of the guys that I think about often, he always left everyone with a lasting impression. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry Hixon
February 2, 2013
So sorry to here of Jim's passing, Jim and I went threw the CF school togather I think it was March of 1967 we became friends until I moved away but I still thought of him often. May God Bless you all
February 2, 2013
I remember Jim as a great guy. I am sure he will be deeply missed by family and friends. I will keep him and the family in my prayers.
Barney Tyrrell
February 2, 2013
Dear Gayla and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was such a great and fun loving guy and he will truly be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Love Sherry and Jeff Krupp
The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes
February 2, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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