Dennis R. Clarke

Dennis R. Clarke, 70 of Nilwood, died at 6 am, Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at Sunrise Nursing Home in Virden. He was born September 26, 1944 in Glendale, CA. He was married to Linda Clark for 28 years and she survives.

Also surviving are four children, Lisa Clarke, Kevin Clarke, Richard Clarke and A.J. Clarke; one stepson, Bob Dugger; his father, Jack Clarke; three grandchildren and one brother Brian Clarke. He was preceded in death by his mother.

Dennis was a US Navy Veteran. He worked as an Aviation mechanic and was a member of the Transport Workers Union.

Visitation: 10-11 am Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at Staab Funeral Home.

Funeral Service: 11:00 am Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at Staab Funeral Home with Deacon Dennis Baker officiating. Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery, where military honors will be conducted.