Thomas Charles Clark, Sr., 88, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at the Blue Ridge Hospice Inpatient Care Center in Winchester, Virginia.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 29 at 1:00 p.m. in Prospect Hill Cemetery with Sammy Campbell officiating.
Mr. Clark was born July 15, 1935 in Parkersburg, West Virginia, son of the late Oscar H. Clark, Sr. and Hazel Clark.
He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1954-1957, gaining the rank Corporal. He was very proud of his service to our country. Mr. Clark played football for Warren County High School and in 1953 went to the state championship game.
He retired after 40 years from Allied Aviation at Reagan National and Dulles Airports as an aircraft fueler. In his retirement, he enjoyed selling refurbished fishing rods, military items, and other collectibles at the Front Royal Flea Market.
Survivors include his children, Thomas Clark, Jr. (Donna) of Front Royal, Kathy Farrior of Stephens City, Elaine Collins of Asheboro, North Carolina, and Kent Garner (Pat) of Burlington, North Carolina; sister, Joyce Davis of Front Royal; grandchildren, Kyle Farrior, Holly Kennedy, Bryan and Jonathon Garner, Melodi Miller and Bradley Collins; and great-grandchildren, Jordan and Sarah Farrior, Isaiah, Faith, Jacey, Ava and Quest Garner, Clark, Canaan and Abigail Miller, and soon to arrive, Tucker Kennedy.
On September 18, 1959 he married “Bert” Clark, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Oscar H. Clark, Jr.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, June 29 from 12-1 p.m. at Maddox Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork Street, Winchester, Virginia 22601.
Uncle Tom was loved by all.❤️ Dean and Anita
Kathy & Family,
We are so saddened to hear of your Fathers passing. We are thankful for the time that we was able to serve your Father with the Meals on Wheels program. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Misty Alger
Warren Co Senior Center
Tom and Donna, our deepest condolences to you. Tom, your dad was a true southern gentleman. God be with you all.
Kathy, Tommy and families, Our condolences and sympathies go out to you all. Tom was dear to our family and will be fondly remembered. May God give you peace and strength now and in the days to come. —-Greg and Cynthia Craven