Joseph B. Clark, Sr.
September 26, 1939 - April 23, 2024
Joseph B. Clark, Sr., age 84, of Middletown, DE, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 23, 2024.
Born in Wilmington, DE on September 26, 1939, he was a son of the late Benjamin V. and Julia (Mulrooney) Clark. After graduating from Salesianum High School in 1957, Joe went on to receive his Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Kings College in Wilkes-Barre, PA in 1961 and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Delaware in 1969. Joe was honored to serve in the Delaware National Guard, where he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant. He loved working with computers and was an accomplished Senior Programmer Analyst with the majority of his career (32 years) spent with E.I. DuPont Company.
Active in his community, Joe was a member of the Knights of Columbus, taught CCD at St. Mary of the Assumption in Hockessin, and was an AARP defensive driving instructor. In his younger years, he played football, basketball and baseball. Joe loved cheering on his beloved professional sports teams, the Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies, while also cheering on as many of his children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events / activities as he could. Most of all, he treasured time spent with his family, especially while visiting DE beaches.
In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his brothers, James and Michael Clark. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Barbara Ann (Whalen) Clark; daughter, Mary Ann Clark; sons, Steve, Ted, and Joe Clark, Jr. (Anna); sister, Kathy Clark; grandchildren, Alec (Anna Noel Alesi), Skylar, Rachael, Dylan and Paige Clark; and great grandchildren, Ryan, Sofia and Andrew Clark.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 9 am until 10 am on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 275 East Main Street, Middletown, DE. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 am at St. Joseph R.C. Church, 319 East Main Street, Middletown, DE. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, 6001 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE.
Anne Marie Borns
“We are deeply sorry for your loss.
May cherished memories and the love of those around you bring you comfort during this difficult time. My thoughts are with you and your family.”
Patty and warren
So sorry for your loss. Lots of prayers for the family. God bless
Alissa Caputo
Dear MaryAnn and family, my deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Dad Joe, he was a very special and loving man, someone to always be remembered and proud of he was truly a blessing to everyone that was lucky enough to meet him, I know he will be sorely missed, God bless your family, much love to you all. May in rest in peace with the Lord.🕊️
Craig Hurd
Ted, Our families, the Hurds & De Express send our condolences at this time of need. We are all thinking of you and our heart 💙 & prayers go out to your family and you. We are there if you need anything.
Cyndi
Sending prayers and Healing to Maryann and Family , May all the memories of your beloved Father and Husband guide you through your loss .
Blessings to all