Richard Michael Clarke

Age 81, of Englewood, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026, at his home. He was born January 7, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio, to his parents Alfred “Bud” & Anis Lucille (McCalla) Clarke.  Richard graduated from Northmont High School class of 1964.  On January 16, 1965, he married Betty Arlene Roberts in Clayton, Ohio, and together they shared a life for over 61 years. He retired from Northmont High School as a custodian after 21 years of employment. He will be missed and remembered by his loving wife Betty; son and daughter-in-law M. Scott & Monica Clarke of Springtown, Texas; daughter and son-in-law Robin & Josh Kaczmarek of Brookville; grandchildren Tanner Clarke, Kathryn Clarke, Joey Kaczmarek, Katelyn Weaver,. He was preceded in death by parents; daughter Tammy Weaver; his siblings James Clarke, Jeanine Lutz, and Barb Smith. A private family graveside service will be held at Bethel Cemetery, Clayton. Online memories may be shared with the family online at www.hale-sarver.com