Jerry Joseph Clark

Jerry Joseph Clark, age 73, of La Grande, died the night of January 13, 2015 at his home, surrounded by his children. At his request there will not be a public funeral. However, there will be a celebration of his life planned by his family at a later date.


Jerry was born on October 25, 1941, the son of late Joseph Everett and Millie Mae (Justice) Clark in La Grande. When he was a child, the family moved to Milton-Freewater where he graduated from high school. After graduation he returned to La Grande and worked as a loader operator for logging operations under the name of Clark Logging with his brother Richard Clark, which they operated for many years. He was married to Durinda Lee and raised his family with her, until her death in 1995.

In his later years, Jerry retired from logging and took up light work for Meadow Gold Dairy. Jerry went on to enjoy 13 years with his significant other, Judith Stevens, until her death in 2013. Jerry lived his last couple of years with his kids, spending time with his grandchildren and nurturing his love of family and friends.
The following quote echoes how Jerry chose to live his life: "A good life is when you assume nothing, Do more, Need less, Smile often, Laugh a lot, LOVE with all your heart and Realize how blessed you are." Unknown

Survivors of Jerry include his children, Justice & Gina Clark, Jade & Joaquin Grant and Jeremy & Hannah Clark, all of La Grande; four grandchildren, Lincoln Clark, Jaycee, Cassius and Kyla Grant; siblings, John Clark of Seattle WA, Richard Clark of La Grande and Gloria Ambler of Phoenix AZ.

Those who wish may leave a condolence at [email protected] Contributions in his memory may be made to the Oregon Cancer Society if desired.

Thank you to the La Grande Hospital Oncology Department Staff and Thank you to La Grande Heart and Home Hospice for your good efforts and for your loving care.

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