Consider offering these words of comfort if you're not sure what's appropriate. #RIPDwightClark. He also thanked the fans and dozens of teammates who came back for the event. There is no photo or video of Dwight Clark.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. Dwight Clark making what came to be called simply The Catch to tie the score with less than a minute to go in the 1982 N.F.C. As a freshman, he was moved to wide receiver, because the team had recruited four other quarterbacks. [3][4] That play, one of the most famous in the history of the NFL, has been immortalized as "The Catch". May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief Delores. "[18], Clark died of the disease on June 4, 2018. I cannot put into words how special Dwight was to me and to everyone his life touched. Staff of Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery. Dwight will always carry a special place in our hearts and his legacy will live on as we continue to battle this terrible disease.". "Today, I lost my little brother and one of my best friends. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews; and many, many friends. Full list of Mr. Irrelevants in NFL draft history: Is Brock Purdy already the best final pick? He showed tremendous courage and dignity in his battle with ALS and we hope there will soon be a cure for this horrendous disease. He enjoyed church activities, gardening, lawn work, fishing and particularly his beloved pets. "I don't know for sure. Obituaries - The Paper On Line https://t.co/RqU0fFT98g. Dwight Clinton Clark (1956 - 2008) - District of Columbia He still ranks third on San Francisco's receiving yards list (6,750), fourth in receptions (506) and seventh in touchdown receptions (48). [34][35] At the time of his death, Clark lived in Whitefish, Montana, with his wife Kelly. [33] "I've been asked if playing football caused this," Clark wrote. J. Dwight Clark, 73, Cedar Hill | Obituaries | myleaderpaper.com Clark is best known for an iconic play in the 1981 NFC playoffs known as The Catch. Thank you Kathy for hosting us and our families on more than one occasion and lending your husband to us for the betterment of us all. As a sophomore, he was named the starter at strong safety, but he disliked the position and left school to go back to his hometown in Charlotte instead. Farewell dear friend and neighbor. I'm heartbroken to tell you that today I lost my best friend and husband. The story of the Cowboys scout and prospect son Dallas just drafted, Legacy pick: Cardinals take great-great-nephew of team's first-ever draft pick, Covered Rams for nine years for stlouisrams.com, Previously covered University of Missouri football, Member of Pro Football Writers of America. He caught the winning touchdown pass thrown by quarterback Joe Montana in the NFC Championship Game on January 10th, 1982 against the Dallas Cowboys. [13] New head coach Bill Walsh had visited Clemson to scout quarterback Steve Fuller, Clark's roommate. Dwight Clark Obituary (1949 - 2021) | Morehead, KY - Echovita SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- Dwight Clark, the receiver who made one of the most memorable plays in NFL history and jump-started the San Francisco 49ers dynasty, died Monday at his home in Montana. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Douglas Clark and Wayne Clark, and his mother-in-law, JoAnne Lewis Howell. Please accept Echovita's sincere condolences. I am thankful for all of Dwight's friends, teammates and 49ers fans who have sent their love during his battle with ALS. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the . can stop at any time. Dwight W Clark Dwight Mason Clark 06/11/1922 - 06/06/1983 That era-defining play shifted the balance of power in the NFC, ending the hegemony of the 1970s Cowboys and launching the 49ers' dynasty of the 1980s. Clark was later director of football operations for the 49ers and the second Cleveland Browns franchise. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. He passed peacefully surrounded by many of the people he loved most. After what he called months of tests and treatment, Clark was diagnosed with ALS, which is also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. June 4, 2018 / 3:48 PM He was predeceased by : his parents, Roy Ernest Clark and Zora Elizabeth Bloomfield Clark; his brothers, Douglas Clark and Wayne Clark; and his mother-in-law JoAnne Lewis Howell. "The San Francisco 49ers family has suffered a tremendous loss today with the passing of Dwight Clark," the team announced in a statement. Dwight loved his winters in Goodyear, AZ, since retiring. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. Clark made his last public appearance in October when the 49ers hosted "Dwight Clark Day" at Levi's Stadium. One of whom we loved. Dwight Clark passed away at age 51 years old on February 14, 2008. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. Love you brother!!! He kept trying to tell me he was getting cut every day, I kept trying to tell him, 'what are you doing? Clark caught a leaping touchdown pass from Joe Montana to send the 49ers to their first of five Super Bowl wins. Pallbearers: David Clark, Josh Clark, Jordan Clark, Bill Howell, Joe Gallenstein, Dwayne Allen, Stan Click, Paul Fultz, Rick Hesterberg, and C. D. Leadingham. A celebration of his life will be held at a future date. diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Born on January 8, 1957, in Kinston, North Carolina,[6] Clark graduated from Garinger High School in Charlotte, where he played quarterback. I owe so much of what I know as a cardiac nurse to this gentleman today. Funeral arrangement under the care ofNorthcutt & Son Home For Funerals, Inc. "[28], Clark dated Miss Universe Shawn Weatherly from 1978 to 1982. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. I didnt know Dwight that long but he was fun, loving and was always a pleasure to be around. He is survived by : his wife Ann Howell Clark; his daughter Mindy Highley (Jeff) of Owingsville; his grandchildren, Zack Highley (Holly) and Emily Highley; his sisters, Christine Arnold of Garrison and Wilma Erwin (Roger) of Garrison; his father-in-law Bernard Howell of Morehead; and his sisters-in-law, Joan Clark of Garrison, Sue Gallenstein of Burlington and Diane Franklin of Burgaw, NC. When the 49er contingent arrived on campus, Clark answered the phone by chance on his way out to play golf and was convinced to participate as Fuller's pass catcher at the workout, where Walsh was impressed with his receiving skills.[3][7][14]. He lived an adventurous Life, including being a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne and working on an assembly line in Detroit before. To send flowers Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. "We extend our condolences and prayers to Dwight's wife, Kelly, his family, friends and fans, as we join together to mourn the death of one the most beloved figures in 49ers history. Dwight Edward Clark (January 8, 1957 June 4, 2018) was an American professional football player who was a wide receiver for nine seasons with the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL) from 1979 to 1987. 27 to Jul. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. DeBartolo recently hosted a reunion in Montana where many of Clark's former teammates came for one final goodbye. Everson Walls was right beside me; he had me covered, Clark told the NFL Network long afterward, referring to the Cowboy defensive back. I will always remember Dwight the way he was - larger than life, handsome, charismatic and the only one who could pull off wearing a fur coat at our Super Bowl parade. Steven Dwight Clark, age 65, departed this life on Sunday, July 5, 2020 at UT Medical Center. Dwight Clark Obituary (1934 - 2020) - Memphis, TN - The Daily Memphian to the family, please visit our floral store. There are no events at this time. [16] Sports Illustrated writer Paul Zimmerman named Clark his Player of the Year for 1982. He revealed in March 2017 that he had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, the degenerative nerve-cell disorder known as Lou Gehrigs disease. Dwight was previously married to Loni Metz, later married Dolores K (Woods) Wing on Oct 3, 1998. This guy -- he was one of the greatest football players to ever play the game, but also he was a great individual.". From all the nurses and staff in CCU over the years , Dr Clark will be remembered with fondness and respect. In honor of Clark, the 49ers gave away T-shirts with images of "The Catch," the leaping grab Clark made in the back of the end zone to beat the Cowboys in the 1981 NFC Championship Game, imprinted over his No. Clark, who had been battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) since he first began feeling weakness in his left hand in September of 2015, was 61 years old. In a moving tribute to Clark's legacy, NFL Network's Michael Silver wrote last September that the former player and executive "carried an aura of awesomeness into his post-football existence: Handsome, charming and perpetually cheerful, the man lit up a room without acting as though he owned it. He was born in Keene, NH, January 03, 1951, the son of Roger C.. Dwight W Clark Burial arrangements under the direction of Woodlawn Memorial Park. He was always entertaining and had an astute mind. We're sadden to hear about the passing of former 49er Dwight Clark. He made us feel good and I know he felt good knowing he had all those teammates there to support him. Steven Dwight Clark Obituary - Tribute Archive He showed tremendous courage and dignity in his battle with ALS and we hope there will soon be a cure for this horrendous disease. But it was a special day.". Funeral arrangement under the care ofChapel Hill Mortuary Inc. 28, 2020. Dwight S Clark (1925 - 1999) - Millersburg, OH "I will always remember Dwight the way he was -- larger than life, handsome, charismatic and the one who could pull off wearing a fur coat at our Super Bowl parade. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Dr. Dwight W. Clark is a cardiologist in Germantown, Tennessee. [37] Clark had a close friendship with former 49ers owner Edward J. DeBartolo Jr.[2] DeBartolo sent Clark to Japan in 2017 to bring back a three-month supply of the drug Radicava before it became available in the United States.[20]. Dwight Clark Obituary (1957 - 2018) - DeKalb, IL - Daily-Chronicle "I just loved the guy, man, and idolized him," former teammate and Hall of Fame receiver Jerry Rice told 95.7 The Game. Dwight is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Ann Howell Clark, whom he married March 22, 1969; one daughter, Mindy Highley and husband Jeff of Owingsville; two grandchildren, Zack Highley and wife Holly and Emily Highley; two sisters, Christine Arnold and Wilma Erwin and husband Roger, all of Garrison; father-in-law, Bernard Howell of Morehead; sisters-in-law Joan Clark of Garrison, Sue Gallenstein of Burlington, and Diane Franklin of Burgaw, NC; several nieces and nephews; and many, many friends. Heaven has gained a general! 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