Kenneth Clark Obituary

Kenneth Gilbert Clark CHARLESTON - Kenneth Gilbert Clark passed away on Friday, Jan. 1, 2021 at the age of 63. He was born in High Point, NC to George P. Clark, Jr. and Charlotte Anderson Clark, who preceded him in death. Self-supporting at an early age, Ken worked while pursuing his BS in Social Studies Education, then taught for a number of years in the Charleston County School System before entering the hospitality industry. Knowledgeable, friendly, courteous and discreet, Ken applied these skills in the hotel's catering bar service for many years before becoming a valuable member of the club level staff at the Belmond Charleston Place. Ken held strong principles: even his family could not pry tales from him about encounters with celebrities and guests of renown. Ken's most outstanding trait was a truly generous and loving heart. He was passionate about issues of social justice, our changing climate, and care for creatures great and small. He especially treasured his beloved dogs, music, time spent in the Smokey Mountains, fantasy football and golf, and Duke Basketball. Ken cared deeply about others and was the best friend a person could want. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Ken is survived by his wife, Frances Gardner; his former spouse and lifelong friend, Sarah Fitzgerald; siblings, Priscilla C. Tillett (Robert) of Louisville, KY, and George P. Clark, III (Dorothy) of Durham, NC; nieces, Kathryn Tillett, Arden Clark Mills, nephews, James Tillett, Patrick Clark, and their families. A celebration of Ken's life will be held at a later date. He would be greatly honored by a gift to an animal rescue organization or any random act of kindness. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston