Donald J. Clark

Donald J. Clark, 87, of Oceanport, passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side. Donald was born in Long Branch on March 16th, 1936 to Orrin and Julia Clark, and grew up in Eatontown with his two siblings. He graduated from Long Branch High School at the top of his class, and put his intelligence and dedication to use in the financial field. First at Central Jersey Bank and later First National Bank of Toms River, Donald worked his way up through the ranks from loan officer, to manager, to Senior Vice President of Garden State Bank until his retirement in 1995. Donald was a faithful and active communicant of Saint Dorothea’s Church in Eatontown, serving on the financial committee for many years. Donald was well known for his generosity and his love of family. This was most apparent around the holidays, especially Christmas where he was known as a generous gift giver to his friends and family, and Easter where he made sure that his many nieces and nephews were ready for the Easter parade in brand new outfits. He himself was always a snappy dresser, was fond of a good glass of scotch, and loved fine cars – choosing a new one every two years. During his vacation time, he would travel extensively with his partner Clyde. Donald was also an avid fan of Broadway musicals, and proudly cultivated his rose bushes and vegetable garden at his home in Oceanport. Donald was preceded in death by his father Orrin Arthur Clark; his mother Julia M. Clark, née Minn; and his brother Edward Clark. He is survived by his lifelong companion & friend Clyde Brennan of Oceanport; his sister Jean Corcione (Sissy) of Eatontown; many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews; and his longtime friend Basil Asero of Dallas, TX; with special recognition for Monsignor Flynn of Saint Mark’s, who was an endearing friend especially in Donald’s last days. Donald’s funeral services will be private. Instead of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Visiting Nurse Association Hospice at https://www.rwjbh.org/giving/support-hospice/give , or to a charity of your choice.

Donald J. Clark

March 16, 1936 - June 28, 2023