Richard Thomas Clark

August 25, 1995 - October 9, 2021

Visitation: Visitation, with family present, will be Thursday, October 14 from 5-7 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home in Canton, SD. 

Service: A funeral service will begin at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 14 at the funeral home.

        Richard Thomas Clark, age 26, died Saturday, October 9, 2021 at Sanford USD Medical Center.  Visitation, with family present, will be Thursday, October 14 from 5-7 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home in Canton, SD.  A funeral service will begin at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

        Richard was born on August 25, 1995 in Sioux Falls, SD.  He and his brother “B” were adopted by Chris and Cindy (Thompson) Clark on January 5, 1998.  Richard attended Canton School until 3rd grade when he began attending LifeScape.  He graduated from Canton High School and LifeScape.  He currently attended Dakota Abilities.

         Richard was a flirt who loved his family, dogs, and meeting new people.  He enjoyed watching sports, Barney, Monster Truck, and YouTube videos.  He also liked going on car rides and attending Canaries games.  He will be remembered for his infectious smile and laugh.

        He is survived by his parents, Chris and Cindy Clark; brother, Brian “B” Clark; sisters, Kathy (Chris Lamberty) Clark, Laura Clark (Jason Oas), and Amanda Clark; nieces Hailey Oas; nephews, Justin Scott and Riley Clark; along with numerous extended family and friends.  He was preceded in death by his grandparents and aunts, Becky Thompson and Ann Bayes.

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  1. char fritz on October 10, 2021 said:

    Amanda and family,
    so sorry about Richard….i will miss seeing at Dakotabilities when i visit!!!
    take care of each other!!
    Love, Char…Candyce’s mom

  2. Angie Fowler on October 10, 2021 said:

    Rip Richard. Heaven has just gained another angel. Be free to spread your wings. Miles kept us apart. Good night sweet Richard

  3. Melissa Swier and Family on October 10, 2021 said:

    So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family.

  4. Rich Nord on October 10, 2021 said:

    I’m so sorry! Love you guys.

  5. Alan Winkle on October 10, 2021 said:

    Sending all the love from across the big pond here in England. Only met Richard a couple of times but his affection was shown from the start. A loving lad and a credit to Chris, Cindy, Amanda and all the family. The heavems have a new star shining down brightly upon us and a smile that is never ending. Rest in peace my cousin and thoughts and prayers are with you all.

    Alan, Emily and the kids

  6. Brandi Monson on October 10, 2021 said:

    Infectious laugh and smile indeed!! So sorry for your loss.. He will be missed! My deepest condolences to the Clark family. ❤️ Former DA employee

  7. Mari Ibis on October 10, 2021 said:

    Sorry for your loss Clark family

  8. Ila Torkelson on October 10, 2021 said:

    My deepest sympathy to you all in your great loss. He was truly Blessed to have you in his life. may God wrap his loving arms around you all.

  9. Janet Williams on October 10, 2021 said:

    We are so sorry for your loss, we will miss his smile when we Skype, the Angel’s have gained a very special one , lots of love janet and david Williams xxx

  10. Erin (Minihan) McCarty on October 11, 2021 said:

    Never forget God’s great promise of eternal life. We will all meet again in His presence! Peace to all of you!

  11. Sue Gardner on October 11, 2021 said:

    Sorry for your loss you have my sympathy. I remember him when you babysit for the grandkids.

  12. Charlene Knobloch Carothers on October 11, 2021 said:

    Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.

    I feel super blessed to have gotten to get reacquainted with Richard in our short time. He has always been a great joy and I can not wait to see him again in the kingdom of Heaven.

  13. Garry Bayes & Family on October 12, 2021 said:

    Those we love don’t go away they walk beside us every day.. Unseen, unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed, so very dear. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Garry Linda Scott & Jodie Bayes

  14. Julie Gehm on October 12, 2021 said:

    Richard was never far from heaven with his sweet spirit; now he is fully there with no absolutely no limitations. I loved seeing Richard and Brian at LifeScape, and watching them grow up. The feature story I wrote on them was among my first. He and B were lucky to have landed with such a loving family. My condolences to you all.

  15. Carol & Fred Welch on October 12, 2021 said:

    Deepest sympathy and our sincere condolences to Cindy, Chris, Amanda, Brian and the rest of the family, on the sad passing of Richard.
    A son for you to be proud of, and it has been a pleasure for us to follow his achievements throughout his life.
    Sleep peacefully Richard and let your star shine bright.
    Much love from across the water.

    From Auntie Carol and Uncle Fred

  16. Kelly Wassenberg on October 12, 2021 said:

    My daughter was in Richard and Brian’s class at LifeScape for awhile. I met Richard and he gave me a hug and when I saw him again I was told his name was Brian. No one told me he was a twin, but I knew I wouldn’t forget Richard. My husband’s a Richard. Then one day I met them together and it all clicked. One would get a hug from me and then the other wanted another one. They have the BEST hugs!!! Even though I hadn’t seen him for years, I still cried at hearing about his passing. You are all in my thoughts.

  17. Danika on October 14, 2021 said:

    Richard will be greatly missed! He had an infectious laugh and smile. He had a great personality! Will miss seeing him! Prayers for the family! -DA staff

  18. Racheal E Clay on October 18, 2021 said:

    I’m so sorry for your loss, I can’t imagine how difficult it is. Damon still remembers Amanda and I’m sure he would remember Chris driving him as well.