Pastor Reginald Eugene Clark

"For we know that if this earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens."
Pastor Reginald Eugene Clark surrounded by his wife, children and numerous family members departed his earthly life and entered into eternal rest where there is no more pain, no more sorrow and no more sickness on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 while a patient at Atrium Health-Cabarrus, Concord, NC.
Pastor Clark was born to the late Albert Eugene and Sarah Coble Clark on June 24, 1957 in High Point, NC. He was the eldest of four children.
Pastor Clark was educated in the Stanly County School System and was a graduate of West Stanly High School, he was an outstanding basketball and track star and he also played football and baseball.
Pastor Clark was married to his high school sweetheart of 45 years, Mrs. Lora Drye Clark and from this union they were blessed with two beautiful children: Regina Clark and Reginald Eugene Clark Jr.; five lovely grandchildren who adored their Papa so much: Naomi Clark, L'oreal Clark, Karson Clark, Kassidy Clark and Olivia Clark. He was an unconditional love for his grandchildren and he looked forward to spending quality time with each of them.
Naomi loved to study the bible with him and was full of questions. She knew her Papa would always not only have the answers but would always direct her scriptures for her to study. L'oreal loved musical instruments and she would always get pointers on how to play the guitar and drums from her Papa. He was her encourager.
Karson just loved being around his Papa, he loved hearing Papa preach and teach the bible. Kassidy loved beating his Papa in checkers. He too loved spending time with his Papa. Olivia was a Papa's girl, she loved driving the lawnmower and doing outdoor things with her Papa. They loved going to the park and walking the trail. They would stop at each bench and do push-ups.
Pastor Clark accepted Christ at an early age was passionate in his service to the Lord. He was a dedicated and devoted member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Albemarle, NC where he served under the distinguished leadership of the late Pastor J.C. Robinson. There he held numerous positions being on the Trustee Board, Sunday School Teacher, BTU Teacher, General President of the Singing Department, Assistant Superintendent of the Sunday School Department a member of the finance committee and served on the Deacon Board.
After many years of dedicated service Pastor Clark felt God leading him to the First Baptist Church in New London, NC where he would continue in the service for the Lord under the dynamic leadership of Pastor D.S. Taylor. He continued to serve on the finance committee, Choir Director, Assistant Superintendent, BTU Director and on the Deacon Board until God called him into the ministry to preach the Gospel.
On May 14, 2014 Pastor Clark preached his intial trial sermon at First Baptist Church of New London and was given license to preach.
With a hunger and thirst to learn and to do the will of God effectively he enrolled in the Morris College Extension Seminary in Kershaw, SC traveling two hours each way twice a week for two years studying under the leadership of the renowned Dr. Waldo Robinson and graduated on April 27, 2016.
On January 28, 2018 Pastor Clark was ordained into the ministry by Moderator Jay Van Clyburn and the members of the Zion Association in Wadesboro, NC.
On March 25, 2018 Pastor Clark accepted the call and was installed as the pastor of First Baptist Church since he became pastor which is Trust God, Believe God and Take God at His Word.
Pastor Clark was a born again Christian, full of faith and wisdom who took his calling serious. He was a Pastor who believed in praying and spending quality time with the Lord to develop a closer walk with Him. He not only taught the word of God but he lived it daily. He encouraged his members to do the same.
Pastor Clark's hobbies were walking, exercising and just being outside.
Pastor Clark's passion was studying the bible preaching, singing, talking to people and leading lost souls to Christ.
Pastor Clark also enjoyed cooking and grilling. His favorite foods to cook were the Thanksgiving/Christmas turkey, collard greens, pinto beans, cornbread and baking a pound cake. He also loved grilling chicken and steaks.
Pastor Clark retired in 2008 from the NC Department of Corrections with thirty years of service. He was also owner and operator of Clark's Lawn Service for twenty years.
Pastor Clark will be greatly missed. He leaves to cherish his fond memories: his wife of 45 years, Mrs. Lora Drye Clark; two children: Regina E. Clark, Jr.; five grandchildren: Naomi, L'oreal, Karson, Kassidy and Olivia Clark; two brothers: Ronald Clark (Ava), Roderick Clark; one sister, Kimberlee Clark and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, other relatives, friends and family.
There will be a public visitation on Thursday, January 4, 2024 at First Baptist Church located at 45467 Finch Rd in Richfield NC. The visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
The funeral service will be held on Friday, January 5, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Richfield, NC. The visitation will be held from 1:30 P.M.-2:00 P.M. followed by the funeral service at 2:00 P.M. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Lamb Funeral Home Inc. will be serving the family.
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