Howard "Buddy" Clark died peacefully at his home on June 14, 2016 in Old Saybrook after a long battle with cancer. He leaves behind his long time partner Mitzi Cole; his daughters, Lydia Regan and Nina Johnston; and his sons, Scott and David Clark.
Buddy was born on November 25 1935 in Old Saybrook, to his parents Howard and Marie Clark, who predeceased him. He grew up with a love of the ocean and fishing. He was a proud naval veteran who served on the submarine USS Piper and was a proud member of the VFW and American Legion.
Buddy was a CT Harbor Pilot who worked in the New Haven and Bridgeport harbors. He enjoyed his summers in Orient Point in Montauk and will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.
Buddy requested to be cremated. His ashes will be interred in a private ceremony.
