Roger N. Clark, 78, of Wooster, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Thursday December 5, 2024 after battling cancer for over 20 years.
Roger was born on May 29, 1946 in Wooster, Ohio to Cecil and Leva Clark. Roger grew up in Shreve with 8 siblings and graduated from Shreve High School in 1965. He married his sweetheart, Linda K. Clark (Iannarelli) on December 30, 1967. Roger and Linda created a beautiful life together with their two children in Wooster where they were members of St. Mary’s Church. During their 60 years together, they enjoyed traveling, making wine, canning and dancing together. Roger was very dedicated to his family, friends and work, becoming the union president for Akron Brass before retiring in the late 90s.
Roger was a generous, patient, intelligent and fun-loving man who was either on the golf course or working on a project. He loved to stay busy and would often say “why pay someone when you can learn to do it yourself”. He was an excellent role model for his family and anyone that knew him. Roger was a man of many trades and anything he did, he did whole heartedly. He was a selfless man that would give his time or knowledge to anyone.
Roger is survived by his loving wife, Linda; children Lori (Steve) Philibin and Kevin (Sophia) Clark; brother Mike (Lynda) Clark, brother in law Mark Iannarelli and Bob Mitchell, grandchildren, great grandchildren as well as nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his mother, father, 4 sisters and 3 brothers.
A Service of Remembrance will be held on Friday, December 13 2024 at 5:00 PM at McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster with Pastor Bob Mitchell officiating.
Friends will be received one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:00 AM at St. Mary Catholic Church, 527 Beall Ave., Wooster. A dessert bar will be held in his honor following the Mass in the Parish Hall
Memorial contributions can be made to Habitat for Humanity of Wayne County, 2700 Akron Rd., Wooster, OH 44691.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
Linda, my heart goes out to you and your family. You and Roger lived a long and happy life together.
My sincere condolences to Roger’s family. Lots of good memories of Roger in school and in the Shreve community. A good and kind man.
Linda, Lorie and family,
Our sincere condolences to you at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you take comfort in the many memories that you cherish of Roger.
Roger was the calmest, steadiest man I ever met. He seemed to be able to solve any problem that came up. He quietly went about his projects never complaining about anything. His devotion to Linda and his children and grandchildren were admirable. He was a good man.
Sorry for your loss, sending prayers for you and your family during this difficult time.
Our sincere Heart Felt Condolences to the Clark and Iannarelli Family. Roger and I grew up across the street from each other in Shreve…having fun never in trouble always helpful. Years later in life we discovered we both had married classic ladies from the ‘Hill’ as our wife’s were 1968 Wooster Grads. Later Roger and I had built homes in the Scenic Heights Area. Roger was always the same…smiling having fun always positive with his projects. Our Heart Felt Condolences to Linda as Roger will be missed. The Morris. Florida
So sorry for your loss
I am so very sorry for your loss Linda. Not sure if you remember me. I’m Debbie’s daughter, Betty’s granddaughter. I remember coming to visit from Ky & Roger coming over to grandma Levie’s house. He was the sweetest & always had a smile on his face. Roger was a very kind soul who cared deeply for his family. I know he will be missed tremendously. You & your family will be in my prayers.
Dear Linda and family,
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss of Mr. C.
Gods blessings for peace and healing my friend.
Linda, I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. C. You’re in my thoughts.
Linda , I am so sorry for your loss! Roger was a class act in so many categories. It was such a pleasure to hang out and get to know you both.
Linda, my love to you and your family!
Linda, Lori and Kevin,
I am so sorry for your loss. Roger was always so kind and friendly when I would stop by to see Lori. Sending prayers to your family.
What a wonderful write up in the paper. That said it all. Such a great guy.
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family and all who knew him. You are in our prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. Roger was always so kind no matter how he was feeling. Both he and Linda were also so kind when coming into the office.