Obituary of Edeo Clark, Jr.

Edeo Clark, Jr, 86, of Pomfret Street (Route 44) passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2023 at Hartford Hospital in Hartford Connecticut. Born June 13, 1937 in his childhood home in Putnam Connecticut. He was the son of the late Edeo Clark, Sr, and Irene (Emond) Clark, who lived in Putnam. He attended Putnam high school where he played football with excellence.

He joined the US Army, 82nd Airborne, in 1957. After his time and service, he worked as an operating engineer until his retirement. He was well-known around Putnam.  He especially enjoyed eating breakfast every morning at many local restaurants. He had a big heart, and personally helped people with no accolades wanted. He was a member and enjoyed attending High Pointe Church.  He enjoyed opening his pool to all church families to stop in for a swim. He loved having visitors each day and talking under the shade trees.

He was proceeded in death by his brother, Dwayne, Clark Sr, and his sister Carol Regis. He leaves behind his sons Michael Edeo Clark and his wife, Gretchen, Dr. Todd Christopher Clark and his wife, Kyong. Four grandchildren Ashley Worthington, and Joshua Clark, Allison Taylor, and Phillip LaRochelle. Four great grandchildren Emma and Gracie Worthington, Lucas and Mason LaRochelle, he recently learned of a new baby boy, Beau Clark, expected in February 2024 that will carry on the Clark family name. He also leaves behind his sister, Naomi Regis, and two brothers Gerald and James Clark as well as many nieces and nephews.

All are welcome to attend the Celebration of Life Service on Friday, December 15, 2023 at 6 PM. It will be held at High Point Church on 1208 Thompson Rd., Thompson, CT 06277. In Lieu of flowers you can make a donation in Edeo‘s name to High Pointe Church.