| 1. |  Arthur Wardner Clark was born on 9 Mar 1924 in Hornell, New York, USA; died on 6 Mar 2019 in Bath, New York, USA; was buried in Clearview Cemetery, North Cohocton, Steuben County, New York, USA. Notes:
BATH, NY., Arthur W. Clark age 94 of Bath, NY passed away on March 6, 2019 at Fred and Harriet Taylor Health Center.
Arthur was born March 9, 1924 to Wardner Clark and Alice (Wheaton) Clark.
He married Mary Celia Hann on July 23, 1943. They resided on the family farm in Bath for 65 years.
Arthur was predeceased by his parents Wardner and Alice (Wheaton) Clark, his wife of 72 years Mary Celia (Hann) Clark, three brothers; Elmond, Erie and Leland and one sister Beatrice.
He is survived by one sister Lydia and one brother Dewitt, his children Jacob (Debbie) Clark of Bath, Reginald (Deb) Clark of Avoca, Sheila (Bill) Wagner of Bath, grandchildren Nathan (Beth) Alderman of Bath, Jennifer (Alan) Beaty of Bath, Adam (Kristin) Clark of Bath, great-grandchildren Tanner, Ainsley, Maddux, John, Riley, Paxton and Dominic and several nieces and nephews.
He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He dedicated his life to his family, home and neighbors.
Arthur joined the US Army in February 1942 during WWII. He was attached to the 551st Anti Aircraft Artillery Battalion. He was a staff sergeant in charge of motor transportation in France, Austria and Germany. He earned 5 Battle Stars, a Bronze Star and a Good Conduct Medal. Specific battles included Ardennes, Normandy Beach, Central Europe, Rhineland and the Battle of the Bulge.
Arthur received his Diploma from Wayland Central School.
Arthur was a life member of the Towelsville Grange and the Bath American Legion. Employment included Foster Wheeler, dairy and beef farmer, Haverling bus driver and retired from the Town of Bath Highway Department. For 14 years he worked at the Steuben County Fair greeting visitors at the Pioneer Museum.
Calling hours are being observed on Tuesday March 12, 2019 from 11:00am to 1:00pm at the Bond-Davis Funeral Home of Bath where his Funeral Service will be held at the conclusion of calling at 1:00pm with Reverend Barre Butts Officiating. His
Burial with Full Military Honors will follow at Clearview Cemetery Cohocton, NY.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Kanona Fire Department or an organization of your choosing.
Published by The Leader on Mar. 10, 2019.
Arthur married Mary Celia Hann on 23 Jul 1943. Mary was born on 28 Feb 1924 in Bath, New York, USA; died on 10 Mar 2016 in Bath, New York, USA; was buried in Clearview Cemetery, North Cohocton, Steuben County, New York, USA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]
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1924 - 2019 (94 years)
