Thomas Edward Clark, 71, of Drummond Island, passed away Thursday, March 18, 2021.
He was born to Edward and Nola Jean (Smith) Clark on August 30, 1949, in Flint, Michigan.
Thomas was a special education teacher for 22 years at Akron-Fairgrove Schools, where he was also a volleyball and football coach for many years. Tom and Marsha fulfilled their dream of retiring to their home on Drummond Island. He thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors including hunting and fishing. A love that he passed on to his family. Tom treasured time with his family. His children and grandchildren were his proudest accomplishments. He was involved in all his grandkids activities as their self-proclaimed “Biggest Fan”. Tom enjoyed his time with dear friends, always ready for a good joke, a laugh, and another great memory.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Thomas is survived by his loving wife Marsha (Morse) of 51 and half years; children: Heather Clark and Kiersten (Shaun) Garbulinski; grandchildren: A’Vree and Collin, siblings: Chet (Rose) Clark, Teri Kirkpatrick, Tim Clark, Tracy (Mary) Clark, Tami Clark, Scott Clark, Dan Clark, Teresa Louchart, Troy (Karen) Clark and T’Lynne (Ben) Seyfarth.
A memorial service will be held June 17, at the Nelson Funeral Home, 135 N. Center Ave., Gaylord, MI 49735 from 12:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Special Olympics website or mailing a contribution to Special Olympics Michigan 1150 Scott Lake Road, Suite 3A Waterford, MI 48328.
Arrangements were entrusted to Nelson Funeral Home and Cremation Service, PO Box 1548, Gaylord, MI 49734.
Visit www.nelsonsfuneralhome.com to post condolences.
Stand strong through the storms of life; The Sun will always shine on you–R.J. Ritchie
15 comments on “Thomas Clark”
Love you papa♥️
WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. HE WAS A GOOD NEIGHBOR AND FRIEND. MAY HE REST IN PEASE!GOD BLESS
JIM AND LYNN PRIME
Thoughts and Prayers for Marsha and entire family. Tom will be missed greatly, and will always be present in all the lives he has touched.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family
The time that I spent with Tom and the family was a true blessing. Will always cherish those times. It’s been truly an honor.
Marsha, Heather, Kiersten, & Shaun
I am so sorry for your loss. Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May loving memories bring you comfort and peace and may time help heal your broken hearts.
God Bless ~ Stephanie (Brink) Dinsmoore
Marsha, Heather, Kiersten, & Shaun
I am so sorry for your loss. Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May loving memories bring you comfort and peace and may time help heal your broken hearts.
God Bless ~ Stephanie (Brink) Dinsmoore
Thank you Stephanie, I know my dad loved your class!
Our hearts are with you during this tough time. Keeping all of you in our prayers.
Marcia & family,
We are saddened to hear of Tom’s passing. His handling of years of health challenges, while maintaining his kindness and sense of humor, were inspiring to all who knew him. It’s wonderful he was able to experience his retirement dream.
With sympathy,
Denise AND J.
Florida
I am so sorry for your lose. He was my 6th grade teacher at Akron fairgrove. He was the best!