Dennis Howard Clark

Dennis Howard Clark passed away on November 22, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on September 28,1940 in Hinesville, Ga to the late Elmer & Gladys Smith Clark. He grew up in Flemington, Ga. where he attended Bradwell Institute.

He was preceded in death by his beautiful wife of 61 years, Janice Bashlor Clark, Grandson Michael Seebeck, Son-in-Law Stevie Seebeck , and sisters Omegene Smith & Vera Winfrey.

He is survived by his two children Pam Seebeck (of Richmond Hill), Christy Jones and Husband Chris (of Richmond Hill). Dennis, affectionally called “papa”is also survived by , two granddaughters Shelby Phillips and Husband Ross (of Richmond Hill), Blakeleigh Jones and Fiance Jack Harrison (of Richmond Hill) Along with many nieces and nephews.

Dennis was known by many names among his family, friends, and colleagues. Lovingly known as Daddy, Papa, Clark, Mr.D, and Bud. Respectively known as Chief and jokingly known as Mop!

Dennis joined the Air Force at the age of 16 to help support his family after his Daddy passed away in 1957. During his time in the Air Force he was an airplane mechanic where he served 4 years. He then joined the National Guard where he worked for over 30 years as a Chief Warrant Officer obtaining the highest rank in his division at Ft. Stewart.

He retired at the age of 55 in 1995 the same year his youngest Daughter graduated from High School. He was an avid outdoorsman and he remained very active his entire life. You could always find Dennis fixing or working on something, cutting his grass, or helping someone out. His whole life he was very fond of cars and going really fast. 

He was always looking for another hot rod to buy or sell. He loved old carsand trucks (but it had to be a Ford). He enjoyed going to car shows to show them off, where he would win many awards and trophies over the years.After moving to Charlies Rd. in the late 90s Dennis quickly became the best neighbor and everyone’s friend, often being called “Mayor of Charlies Rd.” The sound of the red Golf Cart will surely be missed by all who live there.

He loved his family, he was a great provider & was always there to lend a helping hand when he could. He dearly loved his wife, Janice and lived to make her happy and would do anything to make sure she was.He truly was a man’s man, God broke the mold when he made him. He was a jokester and loved being the comedian that made everyone laugh,Dennis loved the Lord! He was a member of Daniel Baptist Church in Richmond Hill. He served as Deacon, Treasurer & Sunday School Teacher among other duties for many years. Dennis alongside many others helped build the Church from the ground up, the cross which hangs in the baptistry today was built by him.Dennis loved to fish and tell stories, even stories you’ve heard 100 times, and everyone listened. He was a very respected man with great character and integrity.Dennis was Loved by all and he will forever be missed.

Family will receive friends on Wednesday November 26, 2025 at 12:00 pm at Daniel Baptist Church.

 Funeral service will be held on Wednesday November 26, 2025 at 1:00 pm at Daniel Baptist Church with Rev. Brian Cooper Officiating 

Burial will immediately follow the service at Daniel Baptist Cemetery.