Thursday, November 5, 2026 | St. Lawrence County, NY
GOUVERNEUR - Clark M. Zanker Sr., age 78, of Gouverneur, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Gouverneur Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. A graveside service will be held at Hillcrest Cemetery at a time to be announced.
Surviving are his children, Clark (Jodi) Zanker Jr. of Ogdensburg, Shannon Zanker and his companion, Jessica LaRock, of Heuvelton, Shelley (Scott) Finley of Ogdensburg, and Sherry Zanker of Ogdensburg; grandchildren, Clark Zanker, MistyRae Zanker, Jennifer Lukert, Franklin Zanker, Logan Zanker, Savannah Zanker, Sophia Zanker, Megan Finley, Brent Finley, Kurtis Finley, Britney Zanker, Austin Barr, and Cortnie Yerden; several great-grandchildren; his companion, Linda Weir of Gouverneur; a brother, Francis Zanker of Oneida; a sister, Kathy Hernandez of Gouverneur; and a sister-in-law, Linda Zanker of Ava, NY. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Jane M. Zanker, in 2015; two brothers, Franklin and Leslie (Marjorie) Zanker; and a sister, Bernice (Glen) Walrath.
Clark was born on January 23, 1948, in Gouverneur, the son of the late Clark and Venetia (Woodward) Zanker.
He attended Gouverneur High School before proudly enlisting in the United States Navy, where he served from 1965 to 1968. He continued his military service with the Navy Reserves until December 1971. On January 27, 1968, he married Jane M. Simmons at the Gouverneur Methodist Church, beginning a life together filled with family and memories.
Throughout his working years, Clark was employed at the Gouverneur Talc Mines and later at Hoosier Magnetics, where he served as shop foreman until his retirement in 1999.
In his free time, Clark enjoyed trips to the casino, taking rides around the countryside, hunting, fishing, and gardening. Above all, he treasured spending time with his family and attending family gatherings, where he could share stories, laughter, and special moments with those he loved.
Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice. Condolences and fond memories may be shared online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.
