SALT LAKE CITY, UT - Industry veteran M. Clark Wood passed away peacefully on May 21, 2016 at 70 years old.
Born on August 2, 1945 in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Louise and Marvin Wood, Clark graduated from South High School and continued onto the University of Utah, where he received a degree in Sociology, according to the Salt Lake Tribune.
At an early age, he developed a strong work ethic as well as a passion for sports. He excelled in football at South High and later played at the University of Utah.
Clark married Karen Amundsen in the Salt Lake Temple in August of 1967. According to those close to him, one of his greatest joys was being able to coach his own children and attend their sporting events as well as those of his grandchildren. He was also a lifelong University of Utah sports fan.
Professionally, Clark fulfilled a long tenure in the produce industry, working for Associated Food Stores, Walmart, and, most recently, The Utah Food Bank, cherishing the many relationships developed along the way.
An active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Clark served a mission to New Zealand from 1964 to 1966, as well as spending his life serving in various capacities, including: bishoprics, high councils, and many years serving the youth.
Clark's life was filled with opportunities for service, and he is remembered as possessing a genuine love for people, influencing all with whom he came in contact. His enthusiasm and fun-loving personality was infectious and embraced by all, with many who knew Clark considering him to be a role model and father figure.
Clark died peacefully in his home, surrounded by family, in Salt Lake City, Utah.
He is survived by his wife, Karen; children Trisha Cutler (Wes), Alissa Hollberg (John), Bryan (Amber), Emily Montmeny (Shawn), Jenni Bjorklund (Russ), and Michael (Liz); siblings Jean Rasband (Phil) and Suzanne Colby (Gary). Clark is also survived by 18 grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Kathy Monfrooy.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday May 26, 2016 at 12:00 noon at the Yalecrest LDS chapel, 1035 S 1800 E, SLC, UT, 84108. Viewings will be held Wednesday night from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 East 1300 South, and on Thursday from 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. prior to services at the Yalecrest LDS chapel. Interment will take place at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park in Salt Lake City. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Utah Food Bank.
The AndNowUKnow team would like to extend our deepest condolences to Clark’s family, friends, and those affected by this loss.
