Glen D. Clark

Glen Douglas Clark, formerly of Mt. Vernon, IA, died Sunday, December 28, 2025, of complications due to pulmonary disease. He was 77. Glen made it very clear that he wanted a joyous celebration of his life after he passed. Friends and family are invited to come together on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the Tin Roof Event Center in Lisbon, IA, from 1-5 PM. As he wished, there will be no visitation or services. A private graveside ceremony will be held at a later date. The Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena is assisting the family. Glen was the youngest of six children, born on September 24, 1948, to Andrew Clark and Grace (Wilde) Clark. He grew up on the family farm in Ely, IA, attended school at Roger’s Grove, and graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in 1966. He attended the University of Iowa for several years before taking a break to explore Europe with friends. Upon his return, he began working at Bernet Construction as a laborer. He later formed a partnership and operated Clark and Brannaman Concrete Construction until selling the business in the mid-eighties. He returned to Bernet, where he served as manager for over 30 years. Glen loved his job and was sorry to retire. In the summer of 1977, Glen met his wife, Crystal Cottrell; they married on July 15, 1978, in Mt. Vernon. Together they had three children and lived in Mt. Vernon until retiring to Galena, IL in 2017. Some of the happiest years of Glen’s life were spent enjoying the area’s tranquility with Crystal, exploring restaurants, towns, and festivals. Glen was a member and past president of the Hillcrest Country Club who enjoyed playing his home course, the Men’s Eastern Iowa Golf Association invitationals, vacations with Crystal, and best-shot play with his good friends. Glen loved virtually every sport and was known for being a loyal Iowa Hawkeye, a Cubs fan, and a Bears man. He faithfully completed his crossword puzzles every morning, watched Jeopardy! every afternoon, and deeply appreciated any meal that featured chicken and noodles. In later years, he was an unashamed groupie who followed the Ten Gallon Hat band across the Tri-states. Glen is survived by his wife, Crystal; son Aaron (Jackie Zubak) Clark; daughters Ashley (Jesse) Caruthers; Afton Clark (Adam Petersen); sister-in-law Cindy Johnson; mother-in-law Kay Fisk; the pride of his life, grandchildren Estella, Bria, Myles, Lucas, Portia, and Kaleb; and his loyal dog, Bear. Glen was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Karen Fiala and Barbara Ingersoll; his brother, Mark; and his father-in-law, Eugene Fisk.

2 thoughts on “Glen D. Clark

  1. Hanna Wakim Reply

    God rest your precious soul in his eternal peace.
    Thank you for your kindness and graciousness the very first time we met, but most of all, thank you for giving Aaron to me. I know you were very proud of him and his family ; so was I.
    I pray that your lovely memory lives on in the hearts and minds of your family and those who loved you.
    May God bless you with his eternal rest.

    Hanna and Gloria Wakim and family

  2. Mike Jones Reply

    Crystal and Family,

    I will never forget Glen. He could make me laugh like no other. A great sense of humor and a quick wit were his weapons of choice. I know how hard this is to go through but your memories will sustain you. If you need anything in my power just ask. You guys are two of the people I will always be thankful for. I can hear him calling me right now, ” Hey Jonesy”.

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