John Joseph Clarke  1943- 2018

John Joseph Clarke 
1943- 2018

Born in Chicago, John Clarke grew up in Marysville.  He received his civil engineering degree from Chico State and married the love of his life, Sarah, in 1965.  In 1976, John founded Lawndale-based Clarke Contracting.  As its president, he was known for his integrity and for getting things done through “congenial negotiations and quiet determination.”  A 44-year Manhattan Beach resident, John inspired many as a triathlete, runner, masters swimmer and windsurfer.  John is survived by Sarah, his brother Michael, three children, six grandchildren, and family and friends for whom John was a father figure and loyal supporter.  His daughter Bridget is an attorney living in Berkeley with her husband Andrew and daughters Katherine and Maria.  His son Brian works for Clarke Contracting and resides in Manhattan Beach with his wife Stacey and their children, Emma and Jack.  Brian’s twin brother, Robert, likewise works for Clarke Contracting and lives in Manhattan Beach with his wife Kathy and sons, Dylan and Henry.  A mass in honor of John will be held May 19 at 10:30 a.m. at American Martyrs Church in Manhattan Beach.  John’s family has asked that donations be made in his honor to The House of Yahweh in Lawndale (hoy-southbay.org).

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