MANSFIELD -- Eddie E. Clark, 63, an associate engineer for Abbott Labs, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2006, in Fort Worth after a long battle with cancer. Graveside service: 11 a.m. Friday in Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, Dallas. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Blessing Funeral Home, 401 Elm St., Mansfield. Memorials: American Cancer Society or a charity of choice. He was born Feb. 1, 1943, in Newman, Ill. He moved to Texas after serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. Eddie took great pride in being a Marine, believing it was an honor to serve. He took the same pride in his job and in his life. He loved riding his Harley every chance he had and being with good friends. Eddie enjoyed his many friends he met along his way in life. Eddie was an honorable and loyal friend to all. He will be missed by friends, neighbors and family. It is not the destination but the journey. Survivors: Eddie leaves behind a loving wife, Casey; daughter, Jill Burrows and husband, Chris; granddaughter, Emily Burrows; brother, Luther Clark; sisters, Wilma Overton, Jennie Sue Miller and Patricia Gilkerson; and many nieces and nephews.
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