Frederick Robert Clark Sr.
May 11, 1950 - June 14, 2021
Obituary
OREGON - Frederick R. “Fritz” Clark, age 71, of Oregon, passed away on Monday, June 14, 2021, under the care of Agrace HospiceCare. He was born on May 11, 1950, in Madison, the son of John and Mary (Culp) Clark.
Fred graduated from Oregon High School in 1968. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Mary Heffron, on April 25, 1970, in Belleville. Fred was a lifelong farmer and he worked for Oscar Mayer for 30 years. His family was the most important to him. His grandchildren were his pride and joy and he loved them with his whole heart. He enjoyed eagle watching, going to auctions and taking cruises. Fred loved driving his Allis Chalmers tractors and taking road trips in his Mustang convertible.
Fred is survived by his wife of 51 years, Mary; sons, Fred Jr. (Becki), Steve (Lori), and Brad (Deb); daughter, Michelle (Eliot) Bergeland; grandchildren, Bailey Clark, Tanner Clark, Carter Sweet, Grace, Ava, and Claire Bergeland, and Peyton Clark; siblings, Jim (Carol), John (Jackie), Dick, Bob (Carol), Tom (Pam) and Mary Kay; brother-in-law, Ralph Berkan; and sister-in-law, Sherri Clark. Fred is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Bill Clark and Dan Clark; sister, Patricia Berkan; and sister-in-law, Irene Clark.
A funeral service will be held at GUNDERSON OREGON FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 1150 Park St., Oregon, at 12 noon, on Sunday, June 20, 2021. A visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the time of the service on Sunday. A gathering of family and friends will follow the service.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Father Pat Norris along with the entire staff at Agrace HospiceCare, for the care and compassion they have shown to Fred and his family. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Oregon
Funeral & Cremation Care
1150 Park St.
(608) 835-3515
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Visitation
Sun Jun 20, 2021 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Oregon Funeral & Cremation Care • 1150 Park St., Oregon, WI 53575
Funeral Service
Sun Jun 20, 2021 @ 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Oregon Funeral & Cremation Care • 1150 Park St., Oregon, WI 53575
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Garth Clark
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Fred and Mary jo always had a way of making me feel loved and would often make me laugh on those warm often hot August Sundays. Uncle Fred or “uncle Fritz” as we always called him will truly be missed. You light will shine on through your loved ones memories. Love you uncle Fritz.
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Mike Brown
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I grew up with the whole Clark family. Went to school with Bill and Fred. We had a whole bunch of happy and not do happy memories together. Racing cars on frozen Lake Harriet. And other things that kids only dream about today. I was in Freds Ag class in high school and worked with Bill at Evansville Auto Auction. Seems like yesterday but forever. My deepest sympathy goes out to the whole Clark family, Fred will be deeply missed by family and friends who enjoyed his company. Rest in Pease Buddy.
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Roger Erickson
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VERY VERY sorry for your loss. It is difficult to lose a loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Roger and Liz Erickson
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Tribute Store
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Very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Randi & Sonny MacLeod
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To Mary and the entire Clark family. We’re so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.