David Clark Obituary David Francis Clark May 9, 1955 - July 24, 2022 Thomasville, NC - David Francis Clark, son of the late Francis Eastman Clark and the late Patricia Slosson Clark, died of natural causes Sunday morning July 24, 2022 in his home in Thomasville, North Carolina. David is survived by his brother, Frederick (Rick) Clark of Dayton, Wyoming. He had one niece, Kia Clark Trout and two nephews David A. Clark and Chance F. Clark. He had several cousins including Caroline Crease. David was born May 9, 1955 in Franklin, VA where he graduated from Franklin High School and briefly attended Virginia Tech. At the age of five, David demonstrated his love of water when he frequently wandered around the neighborhood turning on water spigots. He later spent many days playing in nearby creeks and ponds and eventually water skiing and fishing with family and friends on the Nottoway. He loved Nags Head and Hatteras and Ocracoke Island where he spent many days with his family trolling for blue fish, Spanish mackerel, dolphin (the fish); or bottom fishing for flounder in Oregon Inlet; or crabbing in Albemarle Sound. David also loved dirt biking almost as much as he enjoyed repairing and modifying his dirt bike, and he could fix most anything of a mechanical or electrical nature. In high school, he worked summers for the late Charlie Lupton who taught him the basics of the electrical trade. After high school, David traveled west and spent several years with his brother and family. He was affectionately known as Uncle Daydee by his niece and nephews and often showed up at Christmas in his Ford Pinto packed with Christmas gifts for them. He also worked as an electrician in Alaska; and, at one point, he rode a bicycle cross country with a friend. They started in California, rode up into Washington State and then across Canada and down to Boston. Upon returning to Wyoming, he worked putting in a new alarm system at the V.A. in Sheridan and lived in Buffalo, Wyoming where he was employed at a uranium mine east of Kaycee in the late 70 s. He helped his brother build a log home in Dayton, Wyoming. After a trip back east, David loaded up his gear in 1984 and was headed back to Wyoming when his truck broke down outside High Point, North Carolina; and he has resided in Davidson County thereafter. David then earned his electrical contractors license and started C&O Electrical Contractors, Inc. in Thomasville, NC, and later became sole proprietor. He was a very assertive and determined individual and always found a way to "get er done." He was highly skilled as an electrician, as a contractor, and as a small businessman. His work became the main focus of his life, and he was very dedicated to that work, his company, his clients, and his employees including Tina Stephenson (his bookkeeper and earthly guardian angel) and a very loyal Juan Ramirez. David was widely respected among building professionals wherever he worked. As an individual or as a contractor, as a family member or as a friend, there are not enough words to express how much David F. Clark will be missed!!! In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the "Friends In Need Animal Rescue," 350 Pickard Road, Thomasville, North Carolina 27360 and/or the "Ruth Campbell Memorial Branch Library," 280 North College Drive, Franklin, Virginia 23851. A Celebration of Life or a service will be announced at a later time. David will rest with his mother and father at Poplar Spring Cemetery, Franklin, Virginia. Condolences may be expressed online at www.wrightfs.com. Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory - Franklin on Aug. 17, 2022. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/David-Clark 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/david-clark-obituary?id36243178 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary David Francis Clark, born 9 May 1955, passed away on 24 July 2022 in Thomasville, NC. He was a skilled electrician and contractor, known for his dedication to work and family. David is survived by his brother, niece, and nephews, leaving behind cherished memories. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services David Francis Clark passed away on 24 July 2022. He was laid to rest with his parents at Poplar Spring Cemetery in Franklin, Virginia. A Celebration of Life service was announced to take place at a later date. ### The Edited Obituary **David Francis Clark** **9 May 1955 - 24 July 2022** Thomasville, NC - David Francis Clark, son of the late Francis Eastman Clark and the late Patricia Slosson Clark, died of natural causes Sunday morning, 24 July 2022, in his home in Thomasville, North Carolina. David is survived by his brother, Frederick (Rick) Clark of Dayton, Wyoming. He had one niece, Kia Clark Trout, and two nephews, David A. Clark and Chance F. Clark. He had several cousins, including Caroline Crease. David was born 9 May 1955 in Franklin, VA, where he graduated from Franklin High School and briefly attended Virginia Tech. At the age of five, David demonstrated his love of water when he frequently wandered around the neighborhood turning on water spigots. He later spent many days playing in nearby creeks and ponds and eventually water skiing and fishing with family and friends on the Nottoway. He loved Nags Head and Hatteras and Ocracoke Island, where he spent many days with his family trolling for bluefish, Spanish mackerel, dolphin (the fish); or bottom fishing for flounder in Oregon Inlet; or crabbing in Albemarle Sound. David also loved dirt biking almost as much as he enjoyed repairing and modifying his dirt bike, and he could fix most anything of a mechanical or electrical nature. In high school, he worked summers for the late Charlie Lupton, who taught him the basics of the electrical trade. After high school, David traveled west and spent several years with his brother and family. He was affectionately known as Uncle Daydee by his niece and nephews and often showed up at Christmas in his Ford Pinto packed with Christmas gifts for them. He also worked as an electrician in Alaska; and, at one point, he rode a bicycle cross-country with a friend. They started in California, rode up into Washington State, and then across Canada and down to Boston. Upon returning to Wyoming, he worked putting in a new alarm system at the V.A. in Sheridan and lived in Buffalo, Wyoming, where he was employed at a uranium mine east of Kaycee in the late 1970s. He helped his brother build a log home in Dayton, Wyoming. After a trip back east, David loaded up his gear in 1984 and was headed back to Wyoming when his truck broke down outside High Point, North Carolina; and he has resided in Davidson County thereafter. David then earned his electrical contractor's license and started C&O Electrical Contractors, Inc. in Thomasville, NC, and later became sole proprietor. He was a very assertive and determined individual and always found a way to "get 'er done." He was highly skilled as an electrician, as a contractor, and as a small businessman. His work became the main focus of his life, and he was very dedicated to that work, his company, his clients, and his employees, including Tina Stephenson (his bookkeeper and earthly guardian angel) and a very loyal Juan Ramirez. David was widely respected among building professionals wherever he worked. As an individual or as a contractor, as a family member or as a friend, there are not enough words to express how much David F. Clark will be missed!!! In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the "Friends In Need Animal Rescue," 350 Pickard Road, Thomasville, North Carolina 27360, and/or the "Ruth Campbell Memorial Branch Library," 280 North College Drive, Franklin, Virginia 23851. A Celebration of Life or a service will be announced at a later time. David will rest with his mother and father at Poplar Spring Cemetery, Franklin, Virginia. Condolences may be expressed online at www.wrightfs.com. Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory , Franklin on 17 August 2022. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | David Francis Clark | |---------|--------------------------------| | Age | 67 years | | Birth | 9 May 1955; Franklin, VA | | Death | 24 July 2022; Thomasville, NC | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |-------------------------|----------------|--------------------------------| | David Francis Clark | Decedent | Thomasville, NC | | Frederick (Rick) Clark | Brother | Dayton, WY | | Kia Clark Trout | Niece | Unknown | | David A. Clark | Nephew | Unknown | | Chance F. Clark | Nephew | Unknown | | Caroline Crease | Cousin | Unknown | ### Other Relevant Information 1. David was born on 9 May 1955 in Franklin, VA. 2. He graduated from Franklin High School and briefly attended Virginia Tech. 3. David had a lifelong passion for water, enjoying activities such as water skiing and fishing. 4. He was known for his skills in mechanics and enjoyed repairing and modifying dirt bikes. 5. David earned his electrical contractor's license and founded C&O Electrical Contractors, Inc. in Thomasville, NC. 6. He was highly respected among building professionals and dedicated to his work and clients.