James G. Clark, 75, of Sandy Creek, NY, passed away Monday, September 11, 2017. He was born July 9, 1942 in Watertown to Donald and Dorene (Davis) Clark, of Mannsville, NY.

He married Sheila (Collins) Clark on October 17, 1964.

He is survived by his loving wife, Sheila and three sons, Michael (Lisa) of Sandy Creek, Robert (Diane) of Sandy Creek, and David (Joy) of Bernhards Bay; five grandchildren, Michael (Jordan), Nicolette, Bridget, Bradley and Catherine; great grandchild, Patrick; brother, Richard(Cora); sister-in-law,Catherine(Gerald); and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, brother, Gerald and sister-in-law, Cora.

James attended school in Mannsville and was a member of Laborers’ Local 214 in Oswego, NY. Jim loved spending time with his family, having picnics at home and boating on Sandy Pond. He also loved racing, hunting and riding motorcycles. He was a member of the Northern Bluejays Motorcycle Club. He raced stockcars in the 60s and 70s on the ice, dirt and asphalt winning multiple features and track championships at Watertown Fairgrounds. He was an avid mechanic. After retiring, he loved working in his garage repairing anything that was brought to him. He could fix anything and would think about it until he figured a way to fix it.

Jim will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Arrangements are with Summerville Funeral Home in Sandy Creek. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.summervillefh.com. Calling hours will be held Thursday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and a service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. Donations may be made to Woodlawn Cemetery in Sandy Creek.

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