James Kelly Clark

Posted on April 11, 2025

James Kelly Clark, born on March 23, 1958, passed away peacefully at home on April 1, 2025.

He was born in Jersey City, N.J., and raised in Wood Ridge, N.J.

James is preceded in death by his beloved mother, Rose Clark; his father, John Clark; his Uncle John Corpacchio; and the love of his life, Rhonda Morgan.

He is survived by a host of cousins, including Eva, Joy, John and Mia, as well as Norma, Louisa, Anthony, another Mia Marlena and family member, Julie Strawn.

James was of Italian descent and took great pride in his heritage and faith.

He was a talented hairdresser from the 1970s until he moved to Perry in 2005, where he spent the remaining years of his career as a barber, serving the local community.

His mother, Mrs. Rose Clark, was the cornerstone of his life, and he was deeply committed to honoring her legacy.

James cherished the many years he spent with the love of his life, Rhonda Morgan.

He truly enjoyed his years of service to his community and his clients, sharing stories, laughter and building lasting friendships behind his barber chair.

He lived a full life on his own terms, and no one could ever change that. He was a good man and a good friend to many.

In the end, we have the treasured memories and the enduring friendships that spanned a lifetime.

To know James was to love James. In God we trust, and all others pay cash.