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Clark Kearney, a longtime resident of Durham, passed away peacefully surrounded by family Sunday, August 4th, 2024, after battling Lewy Body Disorder. (Maurice) Clark was born in 1947 to Myrtle and Thomas Kearney in New Hampshire. He spent his youth on Hampton Beach and while his children are fairly certain he was involved in a lot of mischief, he managed to keep most of those stories to himself. Clark later moved to Newington, CT where he graduated high school. He then attended Bates College (Maine) where he graduated after four years of varsity football. Clark married Carol Usher in his early twenties. The pair moved to Germany while Clark was stationed abroad with the Army. Clark went on to complete his master's from USC in business and psychology. After working for Hartford Hospital and Midstate Medical, he ended his long and successful career as Sr. VP of Human Resources at St. Mary's Hospital in Waterbury.
Clark was kind, honorable, and as magical a father as they come. He was a beautiful example to his children, both in how he lived his life and how he never lost his desire to play and experience the world around him. Clark loved time with his family, taking several ski trips with his children every year, often carting numerous other kids along. Clark loved running, the outdoors, long bike rides and had one of the most pristine lawns imaginable. He is survived by his children Erin (Phoenix, AZ) and Kevin (San Diego, CA) who also share his love of learning and the ocean.
His dance moves, generosity with his time, and genuine warmth will be greatly missed by all.
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Alan Okun
December 11, 2024
I know this may sound weird, but Clark came to me in a dream last night. My wife said I should try to get in touch with him as it has been years, so I did some internet surfing and discovered the awful news of his passing. I worked closely with Clark for 3 years at Meriden-Wallingford Hospital. We became close, playing racketball almost every Saturday. I still have welts on my back from his incessant shots off the back wall! He was a terrific people person and exuded a kindness that permeated the organization. Soft spoken but with great ideas and wisdom, we worked through a union campaign and celebrated our win in fine fashion. My condolences to Clark's children on your loss. He was a great man and even though we had lost touch, I thought of him regularly and had hoped we would get back in touch. We didn't and that is my loss. May his memory be a blessing.
Betsey DuBois
September 3, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Clark´s passing. I worked with him at Meriden-Wallingford Hospital, Veterans Memorial Medical Center, and MidState Medical Center. He was a wonderful, honest, and caring man. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Peter Mezza
August 26, 2024
I graduated from Bates one year after Clark. We lived in the same dorm and were line mates. Clark played right guard while I was the right tackle. As such we shared the miseries of 3 hot humid pre-season sessions together. Most importantly, I knew Clark to be a very kind and nonjudgmental person who accepted people for who they were. Even though I last saw and spoke to him in 1969, I remember him vividly and was sadden to hear about his death yesterday.
Peter Mezza
Santa Monic, CA
Mark Bergeron
August 25, 2024
I am very sorry to learn of Clark's recent death. I remember him as a very kind and supportive friend during my two years as his roommate at college. Clark was funny, open and sensitive and a true friend who helped me with his nonjudgemental support. I was a year younger than he and we played football together, sharing struggles and memories through difficult and rewarding times. I spent 15 years overseas and am sorry to say drifted out of touch with him. But when we occasionally wrote or spoke, I always felt the sincere openness of a true friend. I regret deeply that I didn't do more to remain in touch and will always treasure heartfelt memories of his friendship. I send my deepest regards to his children and family. mark bergeron
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