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CLARK JOHN F. J. CLARK, JR., M.D. At home on September 8, 2008. Beloved husband of Alberta Holmes Clark; father of John F. J. Clark, III, M.D. (Dr. Marva Mitchell); brother of Dr. Lucille Younger, Dr. Harriett Chambliss and Dr. Charles H. Clark (Jeannine). He is also survived by four grandchildren, John IV, Nicole, Kyle and Zoe; a daughter-in-law, Vanessa Washington Clark; two step-children, Ronald Holmes (Joyce) and Rhonda Collins (Ardith); many nephews; nieces; colleagues and friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Adelaide Friend Clark and their son, Dwight Clinton. Visitation Saturday, September 13 at 10 a.m. followed by services at 12 noon at Peoples Congregational Church, 4704 13th St., NW. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the John F. J. Clark Endowed Chair in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Howard University College of Medicine, 2225 Georgia Ave., NW, Ste 922, Washington, DC 20059. Arrangements by McGUIRE.
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LaVerne Lee
September 30, 2008
To the Clark family I to extend my deepest sympathy to all.
Dr. Clark has been my famlies OB/GYN doctor since 1955. He delieved two sisters,three nephews, two nieces. And for me he delivered a set of twin boys and a baby girl. My mother would not trust any other Dr. His beside manor for his patients was out of the ordinary. He would give you his direct number to call him if you had any complications during your pregnacy. He loved loved his family , work and patients in that order. When I had my twin boys and their baby sister he recommened his sister Dr. Harriett Clark to be their pediatricitian and like Dr. John Clark she took great intrest in thier development. I was very saden when they both retired.
The OB/GYN medical profession has lost the great J.C. (Jesus Christ) at Howard University Hospital.
HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED........
Arneatha Roberts
September 24, 2008
To Alberta and the Clark family:
I was saddened to learn of the passing of your loved one. I hope you will continue to come to Florida.
With much love and sympathy,
Arneatha Roberts, West Palm Beach, Fl
Caryl Mussenden MD
September 21, 2008
Dear Family of Dr. Clark,
I am privileged to say that I was trained by Dr. Clark and interned under him 30 years ago. What an honor it was. He was a legend to not only our department, but throughout this country! What a tremendous loss to all of us. Had I known about his passing, I would have certainly attended his homegoing. May God strengthen you at this time of deep loss and may the memories of his love and greatness comfort you always.
My deepest sympathies.
Valerie and Mike Akers & The Washington Family
September 16, 2008
To The Clark Family,
May a river of comfort carry you in these difficult days. Our thoughts and prayers to Dr. Clark's family and friends.
Ethelene Jones, M.D.
September 13, 2008
To the family: my deepest sympathies on the passing of a great man. I am thankful for the many hours John shared with me this past year. He was one of the most interesting men I've ever known. I have fond memories of John's playful humor, the telling of his unusual life experiences and all that I learned from him.
Lorraine Gillian M.D.
September 12, 2008
To the John F.J.Clark Jr. Family
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Dr.Clark was a great OBGYN chairman, teacher, mentor and friend. His memory will live on forever in my heart.
Hart
September 12, 2008
To the family of John,
I would like to express my condolences regarding the death of John. Losing someone we love can be so painful. May the comfort and tender mercies of our Heavenly Father be with you all (2 Corinthians 1:4). With deep sympathy,
Kent Gilmore
September 12, 2008
Where can I begin? Dr John FJ Clark was such a part of my family's life. I met him when I was in elementary school,(Mott), when I would stop by his office at the Freemen's Hospital to visit his Secretary, my aunt, Elsie Turner. He was always so kind and would ask about my schoolwork. He later delivered my youngest brother, and,my niece and three nephews. Through the years our paths crossed many times, as a teen I worked at Law's Texaco at Ga and W sts and gassed up his Vette. Through him so many have much to be thankful for, he trained so many OB's and how many saw the first light of day in his capable hands. Through my Aunt I met Alberta we are praying for you and the family. May God bless you all, Kent Gilmore and Family.
Willie Banks
September 12, 2008
Your loss is also a loss for many of us. Dr. Clark touched many of us. His patients, colleagues, residents and students were enriched by him. He was an inspiration to many and an asset to this community...an outstanding citizen of Washington during his life time, he is now a Citizen of Eternity..God Bless
Jessie Virginia Garey-Wallace
September 12, 2008
My deepest sympathy to family. I worked for Dr. Clark in 1968 at my very first job and retired ob-gyn 2001. He was a lovely person who loved his family first and foremost. He was such a wise human being and a pleasure to work for. I am very saddened that he is gone physically, but spiritually he will always be with here with us.
Antoinette (Toni) Halliday Schooler
September 12, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathy in your hour of bereavement. My prayers and thoughts are with the family and friends during this time.
CHARLES CURRY
September 11, 2008
JOHN WAS MY TEACHER, MY MENTOR,MY PATIENT,MY FRIEND, AND MY WIFE'S PHYSICIAN. WE WILL MISS HIM BUT NEVER FORGET HIM.
Elliece Smith, M.D.
September 11, 2008
You will never know how much Dr. Clark and his mentoring meant to me. He will be forever missed.
Jim and Nancy Dillard
September 11, 2008
To Alberta and the Clark Family,
We wish to extent our heartfelt sympathies for the passing of our friend and neighbor. We will miss him terribly.
Jim and Nancy (Albuquerque, New Mexico)
Dolores C. Leffall
September 11, 2008
To the Clark Family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy at the passing of your beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He will be sorely missed.
I will keep the family in prayer.
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