Obituary of James Clark

CLARK: James Stanley "Shorty" - A resident of Ridgetown, James Clark went to his heavenly home on June 7, 2020 at the age of 78. Born in Detroit, Michigan on December 19, 1941, James was the son of the late Stanley and Irean (Benson) Clark. Son-in-law of the late Vital and Lenore Moore. Beloved husband of 49 years to Leona (nee Moore). Loving father to Christine and Mark. Brother to Kayann Shoemaker (Graham). Brother-in-law to Nancy Clark and Jeannette Atwell (Wally). Predeceased by his siblings Donna Clark-Paine, Terry Clark and David "Dick" Clark (late Pat). Predeceased by his brothers-in-law Victor, Hector and Leo Moore and sister-in-law Kathleen "Buttons" Moore. Also missed by many nieces, nephews, friends, family and his feline fur babies Mittens and Ripley. James was a devoted member of St. Michael's Church, Ridgetown and a member of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus. With present restrictions in place James' family are holding a private family service at Greenwood Cemetery in Ridgetown. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Donations made in memory of James to the Canadian Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Diabetes Association, St. Michael's Church Restoration Fund or Pet and Wildlife Rescue would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com McKinlay Funeral Home, 76 Main Street East, Ridgetown, 519-674-3141