Thomas Bank Clark, Sr., loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend passed away on February 19, 2017 after a hard fought, courageous battle with cancer.
Tom was born February 8, 1957 to Charles and Rebecca (Melbourne) Clark. He was the third oldest of nine children. As a child, Tom worked with his siblings in their father’s garden. Tom and his brothers also worked with their father at the sprole elevator. He was known as “The Tank” playing football for Brockton.
Tom married the love of his life Linda Knudson on February 3, 1977 in Poplar. To this marriage was born two sons Tom Jr. and Chuck.
Tom was born an avid bow hunter and fisherman. He loved to dig roots and he was one of the best. He worked in the oil fields for many years. He and his wife operated the Log Cabin Bar for 30 years. He worked for Irr and then his last job was for animal control. He found that there was a “Pound Puppies” in Wolf Point so he was able to rescue many dogs.
During his fight with cancer, Tom was able to celebrate his 60th birthday and his 40th wedding anniversary,
Tom is survived by his wife Linda, sons Tom Jr. (Bridgette) and Chuck; siblings James (Alice) and family, David (Joann) and family, Bonnie (Vinson) and family, John (Gwen) and family, William and family, Joyce (Russ) and family, Robin (Merilee) and family, Linda “Chicken” (Todd) and family, special nephews Terrence Crow, Mick Clark and John Deacon Gundlach; half siblings Karen, Debra, Margaret and Curtis, and his grandchildren whom he loved dearly, Cole, Mercadeez, Jordan, Aiden, Payton, Slim, Leandra and Thomas III “Baby Tom.”
Tom was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Rebecca, his brother Charlie, his nephews Christopher Melbourne, Thomas Jerome and nieces Johnnie McClammy and Amy Kautsky.
We would like to thank everyone for the kindness and love shown during his journey. In lieu of flowers, please make your donations to Wolf Point Pound Puppies, PO Box 164, Wolf Point, MT 59201.
Jason Frederick says
Linda, Tom, Chuck, it was a pleasure to have been part of Tom’s life. He was always good to us kids. Many memories of him playing with us as kids. And getting in trouble like we were his own!!! Our condolences to all of you. Jason Frederick & Family
Brenda says
I am so sorry for your loss.
Joel & Marcella Grey Bull says
To dear Linda, boys, and all the family of Big Tom,
Our most sincere Condolences to you all today. Our hugs, prayers of comfort and strength be with you all
From all of our family. He is flying high with the Angels. You both were dear friends with our Dad, Buster Eder. Love to you all.
Russell Boxer says
We would like to express or condolences to Tom’s family. He was a really nice guy we really enjoyed visiting with Tom. If there is anything we can do we are here.
Our sympathy to you all, Russell & Francine Boxer
Russell Boxer says
Our sympathy to the Clark family.
Laura Christoffersen says
Linda,
I am so sorry to hear of Tom’s death. My thoughts are with you.
Crystsl Azure says
My deepest condolences to LINDA , Chuck and Tom Jr.. So very sorry for your loss!! May the good lord be with you all at this time!!
Joel Ferguson l says
My heart and prayers are with Linda, Lil Tom and Chuck..may the Creator give you strength comfort and blessings
Cissy Eagleman and family says
Prayers of comfort, strength and love to you all.
Sue & Val Parker says
Dear Linda…our deepest condolences to you, your boys, and family. He is resting in peace and in no more pain. We pray that God will give you and your family the strength and comfort to help you through this time.
Russ & Joyce Parker & Family says
Linda, Lil Tom, & Chuck, please know how much we love and pray for your family’s strength during this time and how much Tom meant to us. We would have loved to be there for moral and emotional support and we are sorry we are not. Just know that we have such great memories of Tom and of spending time with our families together❤️ We love you guys
Penny Kaleva says
Sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers
Nancy & Albert Foote Sr. says
Linda and Family,
My condolences to you and your family.
Nancy Samuelson Foote
Curtis Ehlke says
My sincere condolences and prayers for the family.
Roxanne Gourneau says
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Tom, our thoughts and prayers are with the family
Geoff Hagadone says
Tom was a good man. Many prayers to his family. I enjoyed playing pool and visiting with him. He will be missed by many.
Rhonda Mason says
Linda and family, so sorry about your loss. Keeping you in my prayers.
Donna Dethman says
Linda and family. I am so sorry to hear about the the loss of your husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
James Wilson and Rosella Sky Arrow says
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Tom Sr. Our condolences to Linda K. Clark and the boys Tom Jr and Chuck. We pray God will watch over you and comfort you during this sad time. Tom was a great guy. We always enjoyed visiting with him and picking his plums.
Frank DeMarrias says
Linda and boys, I want you to know how much fun I had through the years being friends with Tom. I am very sorry for your loss,geez Linda I really had a good time when we all played pool,and when Smoking Joe,Clint and I played in all those three man pool tourneys and we went under Log Cabin – Poplar,gonna miss Tom,RIP BRO.,later Frank D.
Gerald & Shirley Jackson says
Sorry for your loss. our condolences go out to the family.
Gay & Brian Pennington says
Linda, Tom Jr and Chuckie You have my deepest Condolences for the loss of Tom Sr. May the good Lord watch over all of you. It was great knowing you all and God will watch over all of you. My mom Vivian Stephanie wanted you too no you have here blessing also. She love watching your sons. May Tom Sr. rest in peace.
Sharon E Granbois says
To my cousin Tom’s family,
I am so sorry to hear about Tom…just know that I loved him very much…I will always remember the old days when we hung out…I miss the old days hanging out with him and my other fav Charlie…my thoughts and prayers are with Tom and his loving family…he will be missed by all that had known him.
Debbie Ball Simpson says
So sorry I didn’t really get to know Tommy as an adult. so sorry to his wife Linda and family,
love you sister Debbie
Karen Ball says
Sorry for your loss . I didn’t get to see u after our Dad passed And now u r gone to be with our loved ones that have gone before u .
David and Chong Ae Boyd says
Sorry for your loss if Tom, our prayers are with all of you.d
Cheryle White hawk says
Go rest high on that mountain uncle you were always good to us and we loved you for that Linda and boys our prayers are with you
Monty Mason says
To my cuz..so sorry to hear about your dad…my prayers go out to you and deepest condolences
Terry Lindsay-Barron says
So sorry about the loss of Tom, our deepest condolences. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Terry & Jim
J. Moore/Volunteer says
To the Family of Thomas B. Clark Sr.,
So sorry to learn about the loss of your Dear Loved One, Thomas. Please know that so many people share your grief with you to help you through this difficult time of sorrow. Please accept my deepest condolences as we await the time when Christ Jesus will awaken all of those who have fallen asleep in death; including your Beloved, Thomas.
(John 11:41-44)
Booth says
I’ll never forget when I had to put a dog down with him and I missed the first shot. It became our secret haha! Rest In Peace.
Patt Iron Cloud says
May God bless you Linda and the family. Hugs