John Alexander Clark, 88

John Alexander Clark, 88, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on July 31, 2014, at Boundary Community Hospital’s Extended Care Facility.

Private arrangements were held.

John was born in Kimberly, Wisc., on Nov. 25, 1925, to Ivy and Emma Clark. After moving with his family to Yakima, Wash., he graduated from Whitworth College in 1947 with a bachelor’s degree in history.

He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 34 years. Following retirement, he enjoyed playing chess, playing the piano, and reading. He volunteered for many years at Valley View Elementary School listening to first and second graders read.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Irma; children, Jeff and Julianne; and sister, Betty of Tucson, Ariz.

John was a member of the United Methodist Church in Bonners Ferry.

In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorial donations may be made to the Boundary County Library or Cat Tales Zoo in Mead, Wash.

Family and friends are invited to sign John’s book at www.bonnersferryfuneralhome.com Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Bonners Ferry Funeral Home.