Hubert Clark

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Hubert Clark, was born on August 14, 1944 in Paterson, NJ to Bishop James I. Clark, Sr. and Rachel T. Clark. Hubert's large family consisted of 11 brothers and sisters: James, Jr., William, Albertha, Benjamin, Evangeline, Mary, Joseph, Henrietta, Lois, Frances, and Yvette.

His early years were spent in Paterson, NJ and Mamaroneck, NY. Before leaving Mamaroneck, Hubert was introduced to what would become his passions, the game of golf. By the age of 13, Hubert was working as a caddy at Winged Foot Golf Club and where he learned the sport and how to earn money.

In 1957, the Clark family moved to East Elmhurst, Queens, NY., where Hubert would spend his formative years establishing lasting friendships and relationships that would shape his life. Hubert always had an eye for fashionable attire and a desire to dress his best, which lead him to attend the High School for Fashion Industries. There he learned the skills of tailoring well enough to fashion his own wardrobe and became very active in school athletics as a member of the basketball, track & field and handball teams.

At the early age of 17 Hubert enlisted in the Navy, with the reluctant approval of his father, to embark on a career in the military. This would prove to be a major turning point in his life that would eventually thrust Hubert onto the national spotlight. While stationed in Washington D.C. during training, President John F. Kennedy was tragically assassinated. As a key member of the security services of the military, Hubert was among a select group of service men to be selected to serve on the honor guard for the funeral service for the deceased President. As a member of the select team representing all branches of the service, Hubert represented the Navy in all aspects of the National ceremonies honoring the fallen President, where he received numerous awards and recognitions, among them the medal of Military Merit, from the Kennedy family and members of the Kennedy administration.

After receiving an honorable discharge from the Navy, Hubert returned home to embark on a career in law enforcement. Hubert joined the NYC Police Department to pursue his dream of earning his gold shield as a detective on the force. As the law enforcement member of the family, Hubert was frequently called upon to keep nieces and nephews in line."Don't make me have to call Uncle Huey," was a common phrase used amongst the Clark sisters when a family member went astray.

Hubert then set his sights on settling down and would meet his future wife of more than 50 years, Beryl. Hubert and Beryl married on December 30,1968 during a service officiated by his father, the Bishop James Clark, Sr. This December would have marked 52 years of marriage. During their union Beryl and Hubert were blessed by one daughter, Kelli.

After careers in law enforcement and as a counselor aiding substance abusers, Hubert and Beryl retired to Johns Creek, GA, to live near their daughter Kelli and allow Hubert to enjoy the golf friendly climate that the area affords. There, Hubert would pursue his passion as an avid golfer and author a book about his experience as part of JFK's Presidential Honor Guard. He enjoyed celebrity of his achievement and being invited to conventions where the JFK assassination was the topic of discussion. He was honored to share his recollections of the event and memorabilia with enthusiasts and history buffs alike. He once remarked in an interview with the press that, aside from being born, married to Beryl, and having Kelli it was the greatest event he'd ever participated in.

In the early hours of Tuesday, December 1, 2020, Hubert was called home to be with the Lord after a brief battle with lung cancer. He fought valiantly to the end saying farewells to family, loved ones and well wishers. Hubert will be remembered for his commitment to and love of his family and his friends.

Hubert leaves to mourn his wife Beryl; daughter Kelli, brother Apostle James I. Clark, Jr.; sisters - Mary Pillors, Lois Clark, and Yvette Conyers; mother-in-law Gladys Sampson, sisters-in-law - Shirley Lorraine Clark; brothers-in-law - Jeff Sampson and Alvin Thomas, and numerous nieces and nephews and many dear friends. Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory, Cumming, Georgia was in charge of arrangements.

Condolences may be made at www.ingramfuneralhome.com.