Obituary of Joseph A. Clark, Jr.

Joseph A. Clark, Jr. of West Deptford, New Jersey, passed away on Monday, January 18, 2021. He was 79.

Legacy

A man that was truly devoted to loving and supporting his family, Joseph was happiest when he was surrounded by those he loved and treasured the most. He always stayed young at heart.

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Joseph was drafted to the United States Army where he served proudly during the Vietnam War. He met the love of his life, Joan, through his friend, Joseph Duke. They were married in 1972 and later moved to Gloucester County where they would remain. Joseph was a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service in Philadelphia for over 30 years before retiring in 2001.

Joseph loved life and all it had to offer. He spent many years taking trips to Wildwood with his family. He enjoyed a good meal spent with family, music, and was known to be the "center of attention" on the dance floor. If there was a party, you could find Joseph there. Joseph had a lifelong passion for movies and loved introducing others to films he thought they would enjoy. He could never pass up an interesting movie, enjoyed keeping up with the latest tv shows, and was well known among the local libraries he visited regularly to replenish his reading materials. Later in life, Joseph enjoyed watching Philly sports, especially the Eagles and Phillies, and discussing with family.

Family

Son of the late Joseph A. and Catherine L. (Roach) Clark Sr., he is the beloved husband of 41 years to the late Joan (Duke) Clark. Joseph is the devoted father of Joan M. Burgess (Rich), Anne Marie (Nancy) O'Donnell (Charles) and Joseph A. Clark, III (Bonnie); dear brother of Anna Krajewski (the late John) and brother in law to Joseph Duke (Gene) and Maryann Duke (the late John); loving grandfather to Chuck (Diana), Jim (Holly), Patrick, Kevin (Samantha), Jennifer (Josh) and Aaron; cherished great grandfather to Katie, Chuckie III, Madison, Zachary and Logan; treasured uncle to many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by extended family and friends.

Joseph is also predeceased by his son, David C. Goumas and by his brother, Charles Clark and his wife Noreen.

Farewell Tribute

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside ceremony on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at 1:00PM in the Gloucester County Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Williamstown, NJ.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association at heart.org

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