Dennis B. Clark

December 7, 1946 – January 25, 2026

Dennis Bader Clark, formerly of Woodstock, Maryland, passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia. He spent his final days at Brightview Senior Assisted Living, surrounded by his loving family.

A devoted husband and father, Dennis was married to his beloved wife, Gale Vicchio Clark, for 57 years. Together they built a family grounded in affection, loyalty, and strength.

Dennis is survived by his wife and their children and spouses: Brent and Margaret Clark, Craig and Amy Clark, Ryan and Katie Clark, and Tierney and Denis Ahearn.

He was a proud and deeply loving Pop Pop to his grandchildren: Ryleigh Carr, Shaylan Vandenheuvel, Madison Clark, Denis Qwynn Ahearn, Garrett Clark, Cadeyrn Ahearn, Kellan Clark, Finn Clark, Lachlyn Clark, and Tilghman Clark.

He was also blessed to be great grandfather to: Bohden Carr and Emmaline Carr.

Dennis will be remembered for his passion for golf, his unwavering commitment to attending every grandchild’s sporting event, his enduring love for family, and his strong faith. He was also loved and respected by his professional colleagues.

His life leaves a legacy of kindness, devotion, and quiet strength that will continue to live on through those who loved him. He will be deeply missed and forever cherished.

Family will receive friends from 3-5 & 7-9PM, Thursday, January 29 at Sterling-Ashton-Witzke Funeral Home of Catonsville, Inc., 1630 Edmondson Avenue, Catonsville MD 21228. A funeral Mass will be held at 10AM, Friday, January 30 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Gilchrist Hospice, whose compassionate care meant so much to them. Contributions may be made online at gilchristcares.org/giving or by mail to: Attn: Philanthropy Department, 11311 McCormick Road, Suite 350, Hunt Valley, Maryland 21031.