John E. Clark (82) was born on August 28, 1942, and passed peacefully away the morning of July 29, 2024. After retiring from the automotive industry in Detroit, Michigan, John returned home to Knoxville where he served faithfully at Lennon-Seney United Methodist Church until his health prevented him. John enjoyed life, his family, and was an avid traveler and fisherman.
John is preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Roberta Clark; loving wife, Carolyn Downs Clark; daughter, Karen Downs; and brothers, Thomas Clark Sr. and Richard Clark.
John leaves to cherish his memories — sons: Johnny McAllister, Benjamin Bonner, and Harvey Downs; daughters: Eddie McAllister and Kathy Downs; sisters: Rev. Rose Clark and Mary Francis Clark; brothers: Billy Darden and Reno (Sophia) Hall; several adorning nieces and nephews — including devoted nephews, Thomas (Mira) Clark Jr. and Michael Clark — aunts, uncles, and countless cousins; Margaret (Levi) Willis; and 12 grandchildren. Devoted companion Doris Thomas.
Special thanks to his numerous friends and the medical teams at UT Hospital Hospice group and the West Hills Rehab staff.
Services for John E. Clark are scheduled for Saturday, August 3, 2024 at Lennon-Seney UMC.
Location: 2084 Dandridge Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915
Visitation of Friends: 11am - 12pm
Service: 12pm
Arrangements by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary.
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