Obituary of David Hart Clark

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of David Hart Clark, who passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, at the age of 77.

David was born on March 11, 1948, in Ottawa, Ontario. A devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather, David’s greatest joy was his family. He is survived by his beloved wife, Alfreda Clark, his son, Josh Clark (Kailey), and his daughter, Sandy Brown (Mike).  Brothers, Terry (Sue), Alan (Carolyn), John (Lindsay) and sister, Barb. Many brother in laws, sister in laws, nieces and nephews whom he loved so much.

He will be deeply missed by his cherished grandchildren, Peyton and Auston, who brought immense pride and happiness to his life.

David had many passions in life, travels and adventures. From working as chef in Switzerland, Kingston Ontario, and right here in Fredericton at the Delta. He also enjoyed working many summers as a greeter at the Country Pumpkin down in Maugerville. 

He had studied many different specialties, chef training and theology. He had a love for figuring things out and working on a plan. No matter what the issue or event was he always had a to do list with boxes that needed check marks once accomplished.

He spent about a year working at L'abrie in Switzerland in the 70s, his job involved reception work, talking to people, and some odd accounting.

Once finished there he moved back to St Louis, to study theology, another strong passion of his. Then after that he ended back in Canada to study chef training at George brown college in Toronto. 

On a trip to New Brunswick for a friends wedding is where he met the love of his life, Alfie. Eventually they moved back here, and started their family. David was a great friend to many, but most of all he loved his children, and is proud of them today.

One of his most memorable traits was he loved to chat! No matter who or where you were, he would chat for hours if he could. He was always one to call and then thank you for calling him. 

David had many health struggles throughout his life, but never once did he let that limit what he could do. He would pick up a project and work little by little with naps in between till the job was done. David’s presence will be missed not only by his family, but by all who knew him. His quiet strength, kind heart, and steady support were a foundation for those fortunate enough to be part of his life.

Visitation will be held at McAdam’s Funeral Home on Thursday, October 2, 2025,  from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. A funeral service will take place at Brunswick Street Baptist Church, 161 York Street, on October 3, 2025, at 2:00 pm with Rev.  Kevin Culberson officiating. For those unable to attend the service, there will be a livestream at the folloing link: https://youtube.com/live/wwEhktNhG6o?feature=share

Flowers are welcome and donations can be made to some of David's biggest passions L'Abrie Canada, NB Right to life, and the BSBC mortgage fund. 

The family would like to thank all of ER, ICU, and hospital staff especially Dr Leah Murphy, and Dr Zeeshan Aslam, ICU nurses Mel, Avery, Rhonda, and Keniece for the amazing care of our David. We are eternally grateful.