It is with unimaginable sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Clark.
He passed peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Saturday, February 22, 2025.
Loving and devoted husband of Janice McDonnell (nee Antone). Proud son of the late Douglas McDonnell and Alice McDonnell (nee Potter). Caring brother of Wendy Campbell (Gary), late Donald "Donny" McDonnell and Karen McDonnell. Brother-In-Law of Roderick Green, Jean McLead, Wallace Antone, late Roxanne Antone, Jasmine Allen, late David Antone, Connie Antone, late Roswell Antone, Sherrie Antone and Robin Antone. Lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews Stacey McDonnell, Michelle McDonnell (Ian), late Shawna McDonnell, Dylan McDonnell, Kristen McDonnell and his great nieces and nephews, Vayda McDonnell, Adam McDonnell, Tegan Crozier, Caelen Crozier, Emma McDonnell, Memphys McDonnell, Paisley McDonnell, Chloe Eppert, Eli Eppert, Astrid Sjöblom, Tovi Sjöblom and Zhyla Sjöblom
Clark was a born teacher. Since he was a young boy, he searched for knowledge and it became his passion. Anything from rocks, birds, bugs and earth to the universe. If God created it, Clark wanted to learn and teach it. All his knowledge was passed through his teachings.
Clark loved going to his camp. Sitting around the fire and gazing at the stars, going for walks with all of his little fur babies and chilling with his family and friends. He appreciated and loved all that nature had to offer, from fishing, hunting and gardening (what a green thumb he had) to the open roads. From his Honda Goldwing to the Yamaha Stryker, he took it wherever the wind lead him, like in Victoria Island, where he spent his younger years. He enjoyed travelling to broaden his knowledge further.
Clark was also musically inclined. He played piano, guitar, and harmonica; mainly by ear. He taught so many people. Everything from framing, drywall, mechanics and planting the garden right to get the best yield. He was the definition of Jack of all trades, or “Clark of all trades”.
Clark was a basic, humble and giving man. Handing out his canned preserves, from pickled eggs, beets, crab apple sauce, chow chow and more, to the odd bucket of freshly popped popcorn. His family, friends and strangers could count on him through any situation.
This world is a little less bright now. We will deeply miss him being in our world, it will never be the same without him.
As he always ended a visit “Later gatter alligator”
As per his request, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington Street East 705-759-2522). Memorial contributions made payable online or by cheque to St. Vincent Place or the Sault Ste. Marie Humane Society would be greatly appreciated. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the McDonnell family.