Leo Francis Clark, age 84 of Waupun, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2019, at Randolph Health Services.
Leo was born on December 29, 1934, in Eden, WI, son of John and Susan (Vander Griten) Clark. He was enlisted into the Army in October 1957 – 1963. Leo was united in marriage to Grace Eggers on April 22, 1961, in Oakfield, WI. After his discharge from the Army Leo spent many years farming and worked at Mercury Marine for 35 years. Leo enjoyed hunting, fishing and talking long walks, until he was not able to due to blindness. He loved gambling and playing card games with family. Leo was an avid fan of Vern and the Wranglers, Packers and Milwaukee Braves.
Leo is survived by his wife Grace; 5 children, Mike Clark, Steve (Lisa) Clark, Kristina “Tina” (Jim) Brown, Therese “Tess” (Jamie) Farr and Matt (Brenda) Clark; 13 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Helen Theis and Pat Del Ponte; 2 brothers, David (Betty) Clark and Johnny (Joanne) Clark; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his son Ray in infancy, brothers-in-law, Gordon Del Ponte and Ervin “Pee Wee” Theis
Visitation for Leo will be held from 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 14, 2019, at Kohls Community Funeral Home, 405 West Main Street, Waupun. Military Honors will be provided by American Legion Post 210 Honor Guard following the visitation at 6:00 P.M. at Kohls Community Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial fund may be established in Leo’s name.
