RENSSELAER – Gary E. Clark, 51, of Rensselaer, passed away on Monday, August 22, 2005 at his home, with his wife by his side. He was born in Albany and was a Colonie resident for most of his life. Gary was a 1972 graduate of Colonie Central High School and attended the Junior College of Albany. He was previously manager at Sears Automotive and currently worked as Managing Partner for Bridgestone/Firestone for the last 16 years. Gary was a loving husband and proud father. He enjoyed being outdoors and vacationing at the ocean in Cape Cod. Gary was extremely meticulous about the appearance of his home, lawn and landscaping. He is the beloved son of Raymond G. Clark and the late Gloria M. Clark. Gary is the devoted husband of Anne Marie Clark. He is the cherished father of Matthew J. Clark of Colonie. He is the brother of Colonel (RET) Raymond J. Clark, U.S.A.R. and his wife, Kathleen of Guilderland; half-brother of Richard P. Clark and his wife, Carolyn of Chelmsford, England. He is the loving uncle of Kyle E. Clark and Capt. Todd J. Clark, U.S. Army, and his wife, Shelly and their children, Collin and Madison. Gary is the favorite brother-in-law of Michelle A. Rosenberger. Also surviving are numerous cousins and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited and may call on Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). Funeral services will be Friday morning at 10:00 at the funeral home. Interment will be in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Niskayuna. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2221 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 131, El Segundo, CA 90245 in memory of Gary E. Clark.