John W. Clark

John Walter “Walt” Clark, 86, of Blairsville, passed away on Tuesday May 16, 2023 at Beacon Ridge Skilled Nursing in Indiana.

Born on September 7, 1936, John was the son of the late John E. and Ida Belle (Kephart) Clark.

Walt was the husband of Marion A. (Horrell) Clark, whom he married on June 11, 1983. Mr. Clark served his country in the United States Army. Walt then worked for Florence Mining Co. for many years until his retirement in 1982. In his free time, Walt loved to wood work and was an excellent craftsman and enjoyed making wishing wells.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 39 years, Marion A. Clark; two step-sons, Steven Horrell and wife, Eleanor of Blairsville, Mark Horrell of Robinson; two step-daughters, Shirley Blick of Kittanning, Sandra Seitz and husband, Chris of Blairsville; and 11 grandchildren. John was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, Charles Clark, Elmer Clark, Ralph Clark, Herman Clark; five sisters, Hazel Reed, Emma Grace Clark, Mabel McKendrick, Jane Zirulo, and Rosie Hancock.

Family and friends will be received on Thursday May 18, 2023 from 6-8 PM at the Shoemaker Funeral Home, 49 N. Walnut St., Blairsville. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday at 11AM the funeral home with Pastor Steve Rearick officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Tabor Cemetery.