Daryl Raymond 'Ray' Clark Jr., 43

Daryl Raymond “Ray” Clark Jr. was born July 22, 1969, in Salt Lake City, Utah, and died Jan. 3, 2013, in Hayden.

He is survived by his sons, Nicholas (Nic) Clark and JR; stepdaughters, Denise and Deanna; stepfather and mother, Cliff and Marilyn Daniels of Rathdrum; two brothers, Bret and Travis; a sister, Sara; and a close cousin, Shawn.

Ray is a graduate of Coeur d’Alene High School and started working in the asphalt business soon after his graduation. He was very mechanically inclined and could operate every piece of equipment in that industry from the plant to the roller. He was a very hard worker and loved to play hard as well.

Ray was one of what the family called the “3 Musketeer’s” which consisted of he; his brother, Bret and his cousin, Shawn. They were almost inseparable growing up and enjoyed many special times together. Ray was also an outdoor enthusiast. He loved snowmobiling, four-wheeling and snowboarding. He also loved spending time with his son Nic and especially loved watching him play baseball. Ray had a big heart. While attending high school he volunteered to help handicapped children and often spoke of that special experience.

Ray will be missed by his family and friends. There will be a memorial service held for Ray at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2013, at Bell Tower Funeral Home, 3398 E. Jenalan Ave., Post Falls. Please visit Ray’s online memorial at www.belltowerfuneralhome.com.