Jeremiah D. Clark

On the early morning of December 2nd Jeremiah D. Clark executed the perfect "Irish Exit" at the age of 93 as he slipped away from a peaceful sleep to join the love of his life Audrey in eternity. Audrey proceeded him by 29 years, but no doubt greeted him in Heaven with a warm kiss, big hug, and a "to do" list. Jerry also left behind three loving and admiring children, Joseph (Veronica), Jill and David (Linda) as well as five adoring grandchildren, Caitlin (Alice), James (Amanda), Daniel, Conor, and Meghan and his great- grandson Dylan. He was the oldest of 10 (yes, 10 siblings) making him the official wagon operator to Emergency Room runs (his children all have independent stories to back that up). He leaves behind his brothers Anthony (Kathy) and Mark (Marsha) and was proceeded by Francis, Robert, Gregory, Paul, Eileen, Joan, and Elizabeth. Jerry built his life on a foundation of Honor, Bravery, Humility, and Integrity which was reflected in his service to others. He was an enlisted member of the United Stated Marine Corps and rose to the rank of Sergeant. He would say later the promotion only happened because he was the biggest man in his company and was able to carry and operate the BAR heavy artillery machine gun. He fought on Chosin Reservoir (The Frozen Chosin) which was one of the most brutal battles in U.S. military history. His only reference to his experience in North Korea was an affinity to small aircraft. When asked why, he said, "When he heard the drone of the prop engines, he knew help was on the way and the playing field would be leveled". Shortly after his return from North Korea he began a career with the New York City Police Department which would span 37 years - 37 years without a sick day. He would rise to the rank of Lieutenant. Although his NYPD journey led to many assignments, he was most proud of his time in the Emergency Service Unit having served in numerous Brooklyn Trucks and finally the Commanding Officer of Truck 5 on Staten Island. He lived a life full of service to others, but he was exceptionally proud to identify as an E-Man. Jeremiah will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him, but he is at peace with his pain left behind (Audrey probably already has a paint roller in his hand by now). The family will receive friends from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Monday, December 5, 2022, at the John Vincent Scalia Home For Funerals, Inc., 28 Eltingville Blvd. (at Eltingville Station), Staten Island, New York. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church located at 5411 Amboy Road Staten Island, New York 10312. Interment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Staten Island, NY.

Jeremiah D. Clark

August 25, 1929 - December 2, 2022