Clark was born on June 8, 1943, in Montpelier, Idaho. He was the youngest of the four sons of Elijah and Norma Willis. Clark grew up in Laketown, Utah, on the family farm where there was an abundance of work to be shared by all.
Clark began his educational journey at North Rich Elementary in Laketown and continued there through the eighth grade. His high school years were spent at Cokeville High School in Wyoming. Clark excelled in athletics and had fond memories of those who supported him in those endeavors. He was recognized as Wyoming's Most Valuable Player in basketball two years in a row.
Clark attended USU where he graduated with a master's degree in Agricultural Economics. During his college years, he played basketball until a knee injury ended his career. He was also a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity, where he gained many lifelong friends. He also met his wife, Patty Baugh, at that time.
Clark and Patty were married in the Logan Temple on Dec. 29, 1969. They are the parents of twins, Deana (Joshua) Campbell and Brandon (Vickie) Willis. Clark was a proud and supportive father who adored his children.
Clark's professional career involved real estate and farming. He took over the family farm where he raised sheep and crops. He then began growing various berries as his son, Brandon, began adding them to the ranch.
Throughout his life, Clark maintained a passion for agriculture, particularly the sheep industry. He was involved in both state and national sheep organizations, where he gained additional friends.
Clark was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served a mission in the Central British Mission until he was involved in a bicycle accident. He returned home for the surgery and completed his mission in the California South Mission. Years later, he and his wife served in the Logan Temple as officiators and most recently they served in the Young Single Adult 3rd Stake.
Clark is survived by his wife, children and "best buddies," grandchildren, Conner, Clark, Caleb and Craig Campbell. He treasured his time with them telling stories of the ranch, which were often embellished, as well as bringing them to the farm to work.
Clark has two brothers, McKay (Jean) and Cardon (Joan) Willis. Preceding him in death were his parents and brother Reed (Jeanette) Willis.
A viewing wias held from 6-8 p.m. Friday, May 15, at the Allen-Hall Mortuary, 34 E. Center Street in Logan. Funeral services were at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 16, at the Lundstrom Park LDS 2nd Ward, 1260 E. 1600 North. A viewing will be from 9:30-10:30 a.m., prior to the funeral.
Condolences and expressions of sympathy may be extended to the family online by visiting www.allenmortuaries.net.
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