James Robert Clark

Mr. James Robert Clark, age 57, of Biloxi, MS., passed away peacefully on Monday, October 3, 2011, after an extended illness. Jim was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Clark. Survivors include his family, Melinda Clark, son, Cameron James Locke, brother, John Clark and Aunt Darlene and Uncle Rob Roberts. Jim was born on September 8, 1954, in Torrance, CA., son of the late Bob Clark and Ellie Gipson. He had a successful career as Chief Engineer for Hornbeck Offshore. He shared his joy of fishing, travel, diving and riding his Harley Motorcycle with his family and best friends Tom Traynor and Thomas Pelfrey, both of Biloxi. However, his most important love was his devotion to his son, Cameron, and attending Cameron's sporting events. Jim is remembered by his family and friends for his unshakeable loyalty, dependability and sense of humor and will be missed for these attributes. A private Celebration of Life will be held and attended by his family and close friends. The Ocean Springs Chapel of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Home is in charge of arangements.