Gary Clark Sr.

November 23, 1948 - December 30, 2021

Gary Clark Sr., 73 was born in Monroe, La. On November 23,1948, he resided in Crystal Springs, Ms. He passed away on December 30, 2021. Mr. Clark served 4 years in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He was an advisor to a Vietnamese unit where he received the Combat V medal and the Purple Heart. As well as the Vietnam Bronze Cross of Gallantry. He was most proud of this because it was given to him by the South Vietnamese military. He retired from the Jackson Fire Department as a captain. He received fireman of the year in 1997-1998 from the Level Woods Exchange Club. He was owner operator of Image Printing Co. He was concessionaire on the Mississippi State Fairgrounds in Jackson for over 20 years. At the time of his passing he was owner of Clark Farms Trucking. A student of life and experience. He pursued and accomplished many things he aspired to. Whether piloting an airplane or starting a printing company while still learning to print. He enjoyed local politics and campaigning with friends. A soft spot for stray animals as well as people. He enjoyed cruising the world with his wife and friends. He is survived by his wife Debra, son Gary Jr. of Jackson, daughter Jennifer of New Orleans, brother Larry and wife Kay of Arvada, Co. In-laws David and Gail Hernandez of Conway, Ark., Greg and Sharron Pizzolato of Baton Rouge, La., Cathy Hernandez of Baton Rouge La., Valerie Gould of Crystal Springs, Ms. Many loving nieces and nephews. He was their beloved "Uncle Pete ''. And of course his baby girl Molly and boy Lamar. Visitation will be 10:30am-12pm Wednesday at Pilgrim’s Rest Baptist Church. Service will be 12pm Wednesday at Pilgrim’s Rest Baptist Church with burial at Pilgrim’s Rest Cemetery. Stringer Family Funeral Home in Crystal Springs is handling arrangements.