Leon Carroll Clark
Obituary
Leon Carroll Clark, 76, of Huntsville, AR; passed away on the evening of Saturday, June 6, 2026, at his home, in Huntsville. He was born Friday, August 26, 1949, at Greenfield CA; to Jonah Jonathan and Wilma Faye Duvall Clark.
Leon graduated from King City High School in California before attending and playing college football at Hartnell College, where he developed a lifelong love of sports. He also attended California Polytechnic State University at San Luis Obispo. Following his college years, he coached semi-professional baseball and later dedicated more than 30 years to coaching Pop Warner football in Greenfield. Throughout those years, he became a positive influence and mentor to countless young men, leaving a lasting impact on generations of athletes.
Leon was deeply committed to his community. He served on the Greenfield School Board for 20 years and was an active member of the Lions Clubs International for more than 20 years. Through his leadership, service, and dedication, he became a respected and trusted pillar of the community.
On February 15, 2003, Leon married the love of his life, Dawn Eileen Caprio Clark, in Sonora, California. Together they shared many happy years and cherished memories.
Leon worked as an insurance agent with Tavernetti, Layous & Clark Insurance Services throughout much of his career. In his free time, he enjoyed watching football, baseball and basketball; playing golf; and spending time with family and friends.
Above all, Leon adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and treasured every moment spent with them. His love, guidance and unwavering support will be remembered by all who knew him.
He grew to love many of the rescue dogs that were acquired after his marriage. He would take them on daily rides around town and the countryside.
Leon was preceded in death by his parents, Jonah and Wilma Clark; two brothers, Paul Wayne Clark and Stephen Clark.
He is survived by his wife, Dawn Eileen Clark, of the home and one daughter and son-in-law, Rebeccah and Jonathan Blount, of Huntsville, and one stepson Brandon Bice of Livermore. He also is survived by three grandchildren, Chase Clark, of Springdale, Charly Cantrell and Chaz Cantrell, both of Huntsville; and four great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM-2:00 PM, Friday, June 12, 2026, at Brashears Funeral Home. Funeral service will immediately follow at 2:00 PM with Jeff Reeves officiating. Pallbearers will be Chase Clark, Chaz Cantrell, Mike Grigg, Keith Phillips, Jake Sims, Brandon Bice, and Jonathan Blount. Interment will immediately follow services at Sparks Cemetery, Huntsville.
Services are entrusted to Brashears Funeral Home and Crematory of Huntsville.
Published in Salinas Valley Tribune · June 9, 2026