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Jack Clark of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 93.
Born on February 13, 1932, in Tulsa, OK, to Merl and Lela Clark, Jack grew up in Olive, OK. In the spring of 1952, he met Mary Ann Facker, the daughter of the sponsor of his Industrial League softball team. Their love story blossomed, and following a year of service in the U.S. Army, Jack and Mary Ann were married on June 26, 1953. They shared 68 wonderful years of marriage, raising five daughters and creating a legacy of love and family.
While beginning their family, Jack attended Oklahoma State University, where he earned both a bachelor’s and two master’s degrees in just three years. He went on to work for Phillips Petroleum Company for 32 years, building a successful and respected career, hiring and counseling countless students and graduates.
Jack was deeply involved in his community, particularly during his years in Borger, Texas. He served on the school board, was active in Junior Achievement and 4-H, led the local Rotary Club as President, and generously gave his time to causes he believed in. After retiring to Bartlesville in 1986, Jack continued to serve—this time with Habitat for Humanity, his church, and countless fundraisers, often bringing his famous homemade chili and pies. His generosity, selflessness, and unforgettable pies left lasting impressions on everyone he met. Nobody could outgive Jack Clark.
Jack found great joy in what he lovingly called his “second career” as a farmer. He especially loved working with his cows, baling hay, and pecan picking—often joined by his daughters, sons-in-laws, and grandchildren. Those times on the farm were filled with life lessons and cherished memories. In honor of Jack’s love of plaid shirts that he always had on, the grandsons will be honoring him by wearing one of his beloved shirts.
He is survived by his daughters, Janet (Bob) Ingham, Kathy (Terry) Christian, Christie (Richard) Goode, Terri (Damon) Simpson, and Lori (Kylie) Bradley.
He is also survived by his 13 grandchildren: Kim (Chris) Hopson, Scott (Erinn) Ingham, Amy (Rene) Gamez, Tommy (Lindsey) Christian, Jessica Goode, Clark Goode, Kristin (Ben) Tilley, Brennen (Caroline) Simpson, Kali Simpson, Keelan Bradley, Levi (Nicole) Bradley, Kelby Bradley, and Logan Bradley; 14 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Jack was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Ann; his parents; four sisters; and three brothers.
The Clark family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the staff of Green Country for the care provided to Jack in recent months, and to Rivercross Hospice and the staff and volunteers of The Journey Home for their extraordinary compassion in his final hours.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jack’s memory may be made to The Journey Home.
Jack Clark lived a full, generous, and joyful life. He left behind a strong and loving family, a legacy of service, and a reminder that the best way to live is by loving Jesus and giving to others.
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