Obituary of Dennis Nelson Clark

Dennis Nelson “Denny” Clark, 74, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 24, 2015. Born November 1, 1940, in Akron, Ohio to the late William and Louise (Hopkins) Clark. Denny was preceded in death by his sister Carol (Zale) Glauberman, he is survived by his wife of 56 years Katherine “Kathy”; children: Susan (Jeff) Beadle of Jewett, OH, Doug (Vicki) Clark of Tyler, TX, and Linda (Greg) Smith of Powell, OH; grandchildren Kaitlyn, Jenna, Alyssa, and Gabriel Beadle, Micah and Chelsea Clark, and Kyle, Austin, and Erica Smith; brother Bruce (Kathy) Clark of Hopedale, OH; sister Janet Hamilton of Copley, OH; and numerous nieces and nephews. Denny, along with his Dad and uncle E.E. Hopkins, are remembered for bringing discounts and deals to Northeastern Ohio with their stores: Surplus and Supply, Clarkins and the Junk Stores. He was an active part of The Chapel’s ministry, Bible studies, the Gideons, and the Pro Tennis Ministry of the International Sports Coalition. Denny enjoyed all sports, especially football and wrestling. He was husband, Dad, Papa, Uncle Denny, Coach, and dear friend to many. He was known by all for his generosity, kindness, and love. A memorial service will be held on June 5th at 9:30 a.m. at The Chapel, 135 Fir Hill, Akron, OH 44304. Should friends desire, memorial gifts may be made to Transport for Christ, P.O. Box 117, Marietta, PA 17547; Jefferson County Christian School, 125 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, OH 43953; or Asia’s Hope, PMB 185, 343 West Milltown Road, Wooster, OH 44691