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David Clark Obituary
He was ordained a Presbyterian minister in 1961, serving churches in Carson, IA and Aplington, IA. He was pastor at Gateway Presbyterian Church in Colorado Springs for 18 years from 1970-1987. He served as an interim pastor in Salida, Lakewood, Littleton and Estes Park, Colorado. While serving at Gateway, he initiated the group of founding ministers of Westside CARES in Colorado Springs.
He did undergraduate work in astrophysics at Cal Tech in Pasadena, California, served in the U.S. Army in the guided missile program and graduated from Southwest Missouri State University. He received his master of divinity degree at McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago, and continued studies at Austin Theological Seminary.
Clark was a member of the Scottish Society of the Pikes Peak Region and a member of the Clan Cameron Association. He belonged to the Imperial Constantinian Military Order of St. George. He was Chaplain of the Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Festival for 34 years. He and his family attended almost every Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Festival over 40 years.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Janice (Mietzner) Clark, 3 children, Leslie, husband Dr. Joel Barstad, Timothy Clark, wife Amelia Klemme, and Sarah Clark; 9 Grandchildren: Gregory Barstad (deceased), Nicholas Barstad, Timothy and Sarah Barstad, Sophia and Carl Bunderson, Morgan Clark, Peter Barstad, Gwen Clark, Francesca Barstad and Catherine Barstad and 2 great granddaughters Maria Bunderson and Amira Barstad. He is also survived by several cousins and many friends.
Memorial services will be February 25, at 1:00 pm at First United Methodist Church, Colorado Springs. Memorial contributions may be made to Westside CARES, 2808 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, 80904 or a charity of giver's choice.
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Mary Lovell
February 26, 2017
Dave was my pastor, teacher, counselor, I will miss him very much. He is with my folks now. Fishing from a cloud with Dad.
Richard and Jackie Hicks
February 25, 2017
You are in our thoughts. We love you and your family.
John Lovell
February 19, 2017
Reverend Clark was an amazing man. He was the first person to show me what a true pastor was and to live a life of both grace and truth. He was an integral part of our family and will be greatly missed.
Sally Baxter
February 18, 2017
Rev. David has a warm spot in my heart for all his kindness and friendship to my mother and father-in-law, Barbara and Fremont Baxter, and how he supported me and the Baxter family after the death of my husband, John. I always enjoyed visiting Gateway Presbyterian Church with Barbara and Fremont and seeing his smile. Love to Jan and family.
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Russ Hoffman
February 18, 2017
All in our family felt close to Dave. He ministered to us in the true sense of the word and will be greatly missed. Our prayers for all the family.
Andrew Zacharakis
February 18, 2017
I have fond childhood memories growing up in Gateway. Rev. Clark was always there, serving his congregation.
His legacy will live on in his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Kandi Ray
February 17, 2017
This amazing man lives on in the many, many lives he touched. We were truly blessed to know him. Love and hugs to Jan, Leslie, Tim, Sarah and families.
Bob & Sandi Cameron
February 15, 2017
Dave had the kindest, most genuine embrace, although he only saw us at special Scottish events. We loved uniting in joyful celebration of our "Cameron" heritage. When visiting Long's Peak Games, his tent was always our first stop, a wonderful welcome to the day's events. We were so privileged to have him as chaplain of our Rocky Mountain Region Clan Cameron. May his family and friends be solaced in remembrance of Dave's faithfulness and the light and love of Christ he so generously shared.
Makings Family
February 15, 2017
He will be missed by everyone he touched What a great man.
Ed and Debbie Buss
February 15, 2017
He will be missed so much. One of the kindest people we have ever had the privilege of knowing.
February 15, 2017
We are so very sorry for your loss. David will be dearly missed by all who were blessed by his smile, gentleness, and compassion. He was a true servant of our Lord. My heart grieves!
Peace be with you!
Elaine & Gordon Kunzman
February 15, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Rev. Dave was a very special person.
Sincerely, Nancy Craig
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