Donald Vincent Clark
Obituary
Donald Vincent Clark, 90, passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022 at Heritage Springs Memory Care, Montoursville where he had been a resident for the past 19 months. Prior to that, Don lived in Cedar Heights, Mill Hall.
Don was born on June 15, 1931 in Castanea to the late John and Florine Smith Clark.
He graduated from Lock Haven High School in 1949. Don proudly enlisted in the United States Army on October 5, 1953 and was honorably discharged as a Sergeant on October 4, 1959. While in the service he honed his musical skills by playing the pedal steel guitar and providing entertainment while serving his country.
On July 18, 1952, he married Pearl Beatrice Streck in the parsonage of the East Main Street Methodist Church, Lock Haven. They shared many adventures over their 64 years of marriage until Bea’s passing in 2016. Together they loved to travel, go camping and escape to their winter home in Haines City, Florida.
Don used the GI Bill to continue his education and graduated from Lock Haven University in 1960. He then received his Master’s degree from Penn State University. He taught history, geography and earth science at Bald Eagle Nittany High School where he also served as Assistant Principal and Athletic Director until his retirement in 1992.
During his time in college, he worked for Western Union in Lock Haven.
Don continued to play and entertain others with his expert pedal steel guitar playing. He was proud to share his talent and serve as backup to many groups over the years including the Bob and Dean McNett Band. He continued playing well into his 80s. Don was also an avid painter in the style of Bob Ross and delighted in showing others his art gallery in his home.
Don was of the Methodist faith.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Violet Frederick and Francis “Sis” Waltz; his wife; and a beloved nephew, James Frederick.
He is survived by his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Jack and Eva Orndorf and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Nippenose Valley Village and Heritage Springs Memory Care for the kind and compassionate care that was given to Don while a resident in their facilities. We cannot thank you enough!
Due to Don’s wishes and COVID concerns, there will be no services. A private burial will be at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Mill Hall under the direction of the Donald G. Walker Funeral Home, Inc., 231 High St., Flemington.
Memorial contributions may be made in Donald Clark’s name to the Keystone Central Foundation, PO Box 565, Lock Haven, PA 17745 or to a charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be given by visiting www.donaldwalkerfuneralhome.com
