James E. Clark, Sr.

James E. Clark, Sr., 68, of Airport Road, Bluefield, and formerly of Ada, passed away on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at his home following a long illness surrounded by his family and friends.

Born on October 25, 1949 in Stotsbury, WV, but had lived in Maryland until 1980 and then moved to Bluefield. He was a son of the late Lake and Anna Clark and Violet and Kenneth Rayman. He worked in the construction industry.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Lake Clark, David Clark; and a granddaughter, Jessica Heath.

Survivors include:

Wife: Deborah Smith Clark of the home

Daughters: Carol (Danny) Heath of Curtis Bay, MD
Tammy Clark and fiancé James Smith of Pasedena, MD
Shannon Clark of the home

Son: James (Lesley) Clark, Jr. of Airport Road

Grandchildren: Haley Clark, James Clark, III, Anthony Clark, Justin Clark, Joshua Dorr, Daniel Heath, Tiffany Smith, Alexis Smith and soon to be Mason Gauge.

Great granddaughter: Alyssa Dorr

Brothers: William Clark of Jessup, MD
Kenneth Clark of Conway, SC
Ronald Clark of Princeton, WV

Sister: Brenda Colburn of Conway, SC

Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, August 10, 2018 at 7:00 PM at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home Chapel in Bluewell with Dr. Doug Hyndrich officiating. Honoring his wishes, he will be cremated following services.

Friends may call prior to services, from 5:00-7:00 PM at the funeral home.

Online condolences will be accepted at www.cravens-shires.com. Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell is serving the family.