"Lit a candle in memory of Larry L. Clark"
In loving memory of
Larry L. Clark
September 17, 1949 - August 13, 2016
Larry Clark
Peoria-Larry L. Clark, 66, of Peoria, passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2016, at the Richard Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.
He was born on September 17, 1949 in Peoria to Clarence and Telitha Williams Clark. They preceded him in death.
He married Teresa Tomaszewski, on August 11, 1967, in Palmyra, MO. She survives.
Also surviving are his children Laurie Clark of Peoria, Angela (David) Carriere of Park View, IA, Larry Buddy (Deanna) Clark of Pekin, Wendy (Perry) Beeney of Peoria, Tim (Jami) Clark of Atlanta, IL, Jeremy (Ruth) Clark of East Peoria, Ben (Emily) Clark of Cincinnati, OH, one brother, Clarence (Carolyn) Clark of Galesburg, one sister, Carolyn (Maurie) Hines of Linn Creek, MO, and 16 grandchildren, Douglas and Katherine Carriere, Seth Stone, C.J. Miller, Autumn Clark, Bridget and Brooke Bankes, Noah and Jonah Clark, Ben, TomTom and Annabelle Beeney, Caden, Callan, Asher, and Asa Clark.
Larry retired from Caterpillar in 2009 after 41 years of service. He was a member of West Bluff Christian Church where he served as a deacon. He taught machine shop at ICC, served as Commissioner of CIPHL, former Board Member and Head of Officials for PYHA, former President of the Parent Board for the Cripple Children Center, former President of the board of UCP and former Scout Master of Pack #11. He was active in all the events that involved his kids and grandkids lives: hockey, baseball, soccer, running, baton, dance and music. He followed, chauffeured and supported them every step of the way.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, from 4-8 p.m., at the First Christian Church, 6400 N. University, Peoria. A funeral service will be on Thursday, at 10 am at the church.
Cremation rites have been accorded and burial of the ashes will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be made to Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at OSF, American Diabetes Association (Illinois Chapter) or Peoria Municipal Band.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com.
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"Lit a candle in memory of Larry L. Clark"
"Lit a candle in memory of Larry L. Clark"
"To the whole Clark Family, I came to the visitation to express my Sympathy to all of you. I was very happy to see so many people who loved Larry,Teresa, and children like I do. I could see it was going to be a very long wait before I could hug each of you, and let you now how I feel, you are all very special to me. I'm 87 years old now and realized I could not stand for an hour or more, so I gave the lady in front of me a card to give to Teresa, I hope you received it. I felt so bad leaving, and still feel bad,but wanted you all to know you are in my thoughts and prayers, and know Larry is in heaven still taking care of you,and loving you. My deepest Sympathy, Angela Kenny"
"So sad to learn of Larry's passing. I have such fond memories of the Clark family's participation in Public Theater in the 1980s-90s and how supportive Larry was of all his gifted children and Teresa. We even felt like family after receiving two Clark kittens to raise. Larry's legacy lives on in all of those he touched. We are all better for having known him."
"Our sincere sympathy, Teresa & family. Larry was a real fighter in his many health battles. His family & his animals were what gave him joy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are sorry we can't be there for you Wednesday & Thursday but know that we are with you in spirit. Love, Dennis & Linda Carriere"