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Gerald Clark

September 2, 2024

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Gerald (Jerry) Samuel Clark of Decatur, Illinois passed away in his home on Sunday, September 2nd, 2024.

Jerry was born at St Mary’s hospital in Decatur Illinois on December 2nd, 1937 to Lewis Wayne and Ethel Mae (Drone) Clark. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Decatur.

Jerry graduated from Decatur High School in 1955. Married his sweetheart, Delores Jean (Burns) in Decatur, February 15, 1958. He started out as a tool & die maker, working his way up to design and making molds for various manufacturers, He was very proud to become a Mason, serving in lodges in Decatur, Rock Falls and Macon Illinois

Jerry was known for coaching the Surf Club swim team along with his wife, Dee. They helped many kids learn the fundamentals of swimming and most of all, how to have fun and be safe in the water.

Services will be 11:00 am Saturday, Sept 7th, at First United Methodist Church, 201 W North Street, Decatur IL, with visitation starting at 10:00. Graveside will be at Macon County Memorial Park, Harristown IL following the service.

Jerry was preceded in death by his wife, Delores, daughter Cheryl, great grandson Anthony. Parents, brother Lewis, sister Dorothy.

He is survived by sons, Brian (Jodi) of Decatur, Brad of Brandon, Florida and daughter Kristy (Jim) Smith of Decatur.

Grandsons Robert (Demi) and family of Cincinnati, OH, Jeremy (Brittany) and family of Fort Worth TX, Justin of Colorado & Lucas of Decatur.  Granddaughters Dionna and family of West Virginia and Carly and family of Pekin. He was also survived by 4 great grandsons and 2 great granddaughters.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Shriners Children’s Chicago
2211 N. Oak Park Avenue
Chicago, IL 60707

Condolences and memories may be shared with the family in care of Central Cremation Center www.centralcremationcenter.com

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Brian and family Im sorry to hear of your dads passing. he and I worked at General Electric. I used to deliver eggs to them. I didn't know your mom had passed either until I was looking old friends up from up there. I send my sympathy to you all and please keep in touch i'm on facebook also. There is more I'd like to know. You all atre in my prayers.

Posted by Marlene DeWeese on September 28, 2024

My family feels so blessed to have known Jerry. My oldest sons enjoyed every conversation they had with him about all of his Scouting adventures! He was such a great encourager as my oldest worked on his Eagle Project, and we are so thankful Jerry was able to stand with him and other Eagles during his ceremony.

Posted by Jennifer Horton-Motter on September 5, 2024

Will miss my pew-mate at church. Rest in peace.

Posted by Doris McKinley on September 5, 2024