Joseph Donald Clarke, Sr.
January 10, 1927 ~ February 25, 2018
Joseph “Donald” Clarke, Sr., 91, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on February 25, 2018 at his home. Born on January 10, 1927 in Hermanville, MD he was the son of the late Mary Olive Cullison Clarke and James Clarence Clarke. Donald was the loving husband of Mary Evelyn Yates Clarke whom he married on January 22, 1951 in Morganza, MD and who preceded him in death on January 18, 2003. Donald is survived by his children: Sue Wood (Zack) of Mechanicsville, MD, JD Clarke (Pam) of Clements, MD, Laura Clarke (Jeff) of Leonardtown, MD, April Rollins (Randy) of Mechanicsville, MD and Tommy Lee Clarke (Shelly) of Mechanicsville, MD, and his brother Glenwood Clarke. He is preceded in death by his children: Patricia Ann Long and Mike Clarke. Siblings: James Clarke, Sr., Evelyn Corso, Richard Clarke, Wilhemina Ford, Loretta Morgan, Maurice Clarke, Benedict Clarke and Alvin Clarke.
Donald graduated from Margaret Brent High School in 1944 and was a lifelong St. Mary’s County, MD resident. He served in the United States Army from February 24, 1944 to March 14, 1946 where he earned the World War II Victory Medal. Donald was an Electrical Mechanic for Patuxent Naval Air Station for 36 years retiring on November 19, 1980. He enjoyed baseball, softball, hunting and fishing.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 1, 2018 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingely-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 2, 2018 at 10:00 AM in St. Joseph Catholic Church Morganza, MD with Father Drew Royals officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be: Donnie Goldsburough, David Rollins, Clarke Rollins, Bryan Clarke, Dustin Bullock and Cameron Clarke.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to American Legion Post 221, 21690 Colton Point Road Avenue, MD 20609
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There are no words for the loss of a parent. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
So sorry to hear this. He was a nice man.
Always enjoyed seeing him at the music.
Mary Frances Abell
Our deepest sympathies for the loss of your Dad.
Sue, Laura, JD, April and family, I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Deepest condolences for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Dear Clarke Family, please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your Dad. We know you will all miss him greatly but have many happy memories to help you smile through the heartbreak. Praying for you all.
To the Clarke family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
To the Clark family your dad was a great person who enjoyed all that life had to offer and was a pleaser to be a round I have a lot of great memories of time spent with him Frankie Merson.
I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing! Your dad was an amazing man whom I cherished. I have a lot of fond memories of him. I will not be able to attend his services, but send each of you my sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
To the Clark Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. He was a very nice man and we enjoyed knowing him. He will certainly be missed at music. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Edsel & Norma Bradbury
I will always remember your dad’s infectious smile! So sorry for the loss of your Dad, Grandfather, Uncle and friend. RIP Uncle Donald.
So sorry for the loss of your Dad and Grandfather. He raised strong children so stay strong for each other during this time. May he Rest in Peace.
To the whole Clarke family. We are so saddened by the loss of your Dad. He was a dear friend and a man we greatly respected. Having grown up together with all of you we know how close, tightly knit you all were, and how devoted you were to both your Mom and Dad. We know he is at peace with Jesus in Heaven and our prayers go out to you all. Rest in peace Donald, our dear friend.
Laura, Sue, and family, So sorry for the loss of your Dad. God has blessed him with a loving family and your parents will be watching over you all from heaven. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
To the entire Clarke Family,So very saddened and sorry for the loss of your amazing father! As soon as I saw his picture, I knew exactly who he was. Even though I didn’t have the privilege of personally knowing him that well, I feel like I did through you all! Sending loving thoughts and prayers for the family! Take care of each other!
The Clarke Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your dad. He was always a fun loving person to be with especially at our ballgames. My deepest condolences are with all of you at this sad time in life. Always Mary Kay
To Sue, Laura, April, J.D., and Tommy, you have my deepest condolences. I am so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. He was such a fun, loving, caring man. He will truly be missed.
Laura and family,
So sorry to hear of your Father passing away, my mother went to Margaret Brent School with him. You are all in our prayers.
To the Clarke family: We are so sad to hear of the loss of your father. I remember his infectious smile and the way he loved and enjoyed life. He was always a joy to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time in your lives. Cherish all the memories and special family times spent together. Hugs to you all!
My deepest condolences on the loss a great man. He is smiling down from heaven now, with the many other Clarke’s who we have loved and lost. Prayers continue.
Dear Clarke Families: So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He was an exceptional person & will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him. Take comfort that he & your Mom are together again.
We are so sorry of hear of you dad’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
I am seending my deepest thoughts and prayers to you all. He was a great person and I loved his smile. Take care of each other.
Amy