David A. Clark, age 67, passed away at home with family, Jan. 20, 2022.

He was born Nov. 16, 1954 in Salinas, Calif., son of Sanford Arthur Stockton and Mary Lou (Sadler) Clark.

Dave graduated from Upperlake High School in California. Following graduation he served in the army completing Basic Training at Fort Ord and stationed in Germany. He moved to Oregon in the late 70s, working as a mechanic, bindery manager, and contractor. He was a “Hire a Husband” contractor for a time in Bend. His work and business, “Dave’s Handyman Service” was well known throughout Central/Eastern Oregon.

He loved Oregon’s high desert; an avid outdoorsman, hunting, fishing and camping. He also enjoyed woodworking and knife making, generously sharing his craft with family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Dave was predeceased by his wife, Karen (Mastrud) Clark. Surviving is his son, Michael Clark; brother, Dennis Clark and son, Casey; sister and husband, Susan and John Beaver and son, Miles; Karen’s children, Kerri Lynne, Kip and wife, Stacey Schosson, and Kyle and wife, Anita Schosson; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; and partner Becky Shull. Dave was a loyal family member and friend.

Those who wish to remember Dave in a special way may make gifts in his memory to Harney County Hospice, 415 N Fairview, or Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 417 W. Washington, Burns Oregon 97720.