Carl William Clark, (1924 - 2012) - ForeverMissed.com Online Memorials

Let the memory of Carl William be with us forever

87 years old
Born on February 20, 1924
Passed away on January 1, 2012

This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Carl William Clark, 87 years old, born on February 20, 1924, and passed away on January 1, 2012. We will remember him forever.

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January 20, 2012

Carl W. Clark: one of God's Mighty Men(2 Sam. 23): Warrior of outstanding character, impeccable integrity, devotion to family and
total commitment to God and country. This Mighty Man of Valor has
completed his mission and has earned his discharge Home.

January 19, 2012

What can I say about my Grandpa Willy that hasn't been said? He was just the most amazing man with the most generous spirit and infectious joy. He was always so positive and encouraging. He is an outstanding example of what a man should be. I am so thankful he came into Grandma's life. I miss him every day and probably will for the rest of my time on earth.

January 18, 2012

One of my Dad's favorite verses:James1:2-3 Consider it pure JOY, my brothers.whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.I will miss my very loving, encouraging and courageous Dad. His hope was that his family, friends and all he met, would know the JESUS he now is at home with!

January 16, 2012

Mr. Clark was a huge presence in my life. He showed myself as well as my brothers and sister that a male role model didnt have to be tough and remote. I always envied Kim for that, but Mr. Clark had time for all of us !! Im going to miss him.

January 8, 2012

I remember flooring the Gator down in Arizona with Grandpa Willy. I wish I could have gotten to know him better. Thank you for serving our country and being a very inspirational man. I'll never forget you.

January 7, 2012

Graduations; weddings; anniversaries; Carl has been a big part of our lives and our family (even introducing my parents) and we are so thankful to have these wonderful memories of him. Our thoughts, prayers and love are with all of you.

January 7, 2012

I love my Grandpa. I miss him too much. But i know he's in a better place and that I will see him again some day. I'm also glad that i aways have all of those fun memories we had together.

January 6, 2012

Carl, I believe you have had a wonderful life with all the ones that have loved you. With the visits we had when I was able to scoot out and see you and Virgina will always be with me as pleasant times. It is unfortunate that two events in our life, coming and going, we have no control over. At my age I know my time is near so will be looking forward to sharing a good time with you again.

January 6, 2012

Our Dearest Uncle Willie! You've always been, and always will be, our FAVORITE UNCLE! You were always able to find the beauty in EVERYTHING! You're positive attitude was infectious!! You always, always, always, made me feel (since I was very little to now)... and 14 years ago, my husband Chucky, feel extra special! We look forward to the day we see you in Heaven! Love you dearly!

January 6, 2012

Carl you will be missed by all who knew you. Your great faith in the Lord and your devotion to Virginia. Your love for your family and your great sense of humor will never be forgotten. you will be missed by all who ever had the pleasure of knowing you. I will miss you.

January 5, 2012

Willy gave me a father and stable family life. I never knew family until he married my mother. He guided me through my teens and always gave encouragment. Along with my mother, he lead me to believe and put my faith in Jesus. He was the best dad ever. I will never stop missing him. Some day I will see Willy again!

January 5, 2012

Met Carl through our church bible study group, he was a great person. I feel previleged to have known him...he was like the grandfather I wish I still had. He surely will be missed by all. May God grant you all peace in knowing that he lived a great life and that he lived his life right for God therefore wil live eternally...

January 5, 2012

My Grandfather was a great man. I only got to spend bits of my life with him, but I will never forget how he taught me how to dance when I was young. He would have me stand on his feet and move me this way and that. I miss him dearly since I only recently got to see him again after 11 years. I am glad he got to meet my husband and my son. I love you grandpa.

January 5, 2012

So far, everyone is calling him Carl, but I called him Bill. I got to share some time with Bill at various points throughout my life because I became best friends with Karen in 1970. Bill always treated me like just another one of his daughters. He was a wise, kind, friendly, and peaceful man who will live forever in my memories. RIP, Bill!

January 5, 2012

i have only met him for about 8 years but he was a great grandpa i will remember him my whole life and i will tell my kids how great my grandpa was and how wise he was and all the adventures we had together once again i will never forget him. :)

January 5, 2012

Dear Willy or Sir as I called you in person...... You have touched so many families & we were blessed to have been one of them. I can only hope to grow old & be even a little bit like you....actually, I'm hoping Mike is! Ha! Sir, I will never forget the talks we shared & the love you showed us. You will always be the most AMAZING Marine I will have ever met. :)

January 4, 2012

Carl was a great man, I extend my condolences to Virginia & the entire family.

January 4, 2012

Thanks Lord for providing a father figure and mentor in my life. He has touched so many peoples hearts in his life time that he truly will be missed.

January 4, 2012

I did not know Carl for very long but he was a joy to have at our Bible Study. He will be greatly missed. May God bless and care for his family and friends he left behind.

January 4, 2012

What a wonderful example of a man. I really only knew Carl thru Karen who will never get over this loss. What a great dad to be loved so dearly by his children and grandchildren. He will be missed I know. What a great sense of humor he had. Level and loving! I am glad to have gotten to know him.

January 3, 2012

The wind beneath my wings for 58 years.Thank you God for giving me such a wonderful, God loving, caring, thoughtful daddy! Miss you beyond measure. Thank you for teaching me about Jesus and showing me through the challenges of life that God is your strength in all things. What an honor to be your daughter! ♥ ♥ ♥

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February 20, 2023

You are so greatly missed! There are days that I know if I could speak with you, you would have the insight to any issue in my life. Then, I hear you whisper to my heart to take it to the Lord in prayer - Jesus is the answer. YOU were a godly example to me my entire life. "Anything better than a foxhole is paradise!" you would say. You truly considered all things JOY! And if I ever forget, you have that scripture hidden in places all over my house. Every time I find one of your messages, it is a gift of love to remind me of the treasure of a Father God gave me. The strength of your faith was a shining beacon to all who knew you. In all things, you trusted God to guide and strengthen you. I am trusting God to strengthen me on this day, what would have been your 99th birthday. Some of your birthdays are harder than others. This is a hard year! I will apply your famous phrase: "Game's not over until I win" in my attitude today. Thank you, Jesus, that I had an earthly father that my heart aches to see again. That kind of love can only be from the Lord himself. Your legacy dad is that your children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren know Jesus as their Lord and Savior. You pointed the way! "I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth." 3 John 1:4"Consider it all joy" James 1:2

February 20, 2023

January 4, 2012 ·
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Michaela and I picked up Marine Corps stickers for my Dad's memorial service (in Feb on his birthday) .... when we walked down the stairs we both smelled my dad's pipe. It smelled just like him. There was no one around for blocks. There is a breeze today. At the bottom of the four steps ... no smell ... at the top ... no smell .... just on the middle step. Both Mich and I smelled it. We got in the car and I said that it was our imagination. I got out of the car and went back to the step ... still there on the one step. Guess the Marine was glad that we were there. Comforting moment!

January 1, 2023

Eleven years today you left this earth. I still think of you often and miss you always, you and grandma.

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Laughter was always present with these two! A joy-filled life.

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Birthday

February 21, 2022

It has been 10 years since you were here with us. Your birthday 2/20 is cause to celebrate. You were the best daddy. I hear your words of wisdom and I am grateful that you live in my heart and mind. I thank God for you!

Karen's Korner

January 4, 2022

Dad built (in Az) all the displays for my store. The Holiday Market was a big deal. He and Virginia came to Arlington so dad could work Holiday Magic with me every day. The sweatshirts were our uniforms. Kimberly picked the sweatshirt for the last shirt for him to wear.

Kirkwood Lodge

January 4, 2022

I was a month shy of the minimum age. Dad talked them into letting me attend anyway. Pam got to ride the bicycle that floated on water. I was too small for that. But what a wonderful week! Two little girls with the most handsome man at the Lodge. I remember every detail. He was all about making memories! He always made life and adventure and fun, no matter where we were. Miss my fun, loving dad every day.

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