Peter J. Clarke 76 of Easton, PA died July 30th at home after a courageous battle with Motor Neuron disease…ALS. His wife of 52 years is the former Patricia Guido.
Born in Scranton to the late James and Mary Jones Clarke, he was a 1967 graduate of West Scranton High School. He was a proud US Army Veteran who served in the Vietnam War. His disease was a direct cause of environmental exposure in Vietnam. He was awarded the Vietnam Service medal, the Vietnam Campaign medal, the National Defense service medal and the Army Commendation medal for meritorious service. After discharge from the Army, he received an Associate degree in Electronics Technology from Ryder Technical Institute and was employed for 37 years as a Senior Electronics Technician at Metropolitan Edison/First Energy.
He loved hunting, swimming, gardening, exercise, Western movies, could repair anything, was an expert woodcarver and an avid golfer. He was a fan of Pittsburgh Steelers, Philadelphia Eagles, Philadelphia Phillies and Penn State. He coached Youth sports.
He was a member of Saint Philip and James Church, VFW, Med Ed Retirement Association, Met Ed Golf League and Sawmill Senior Golf League.
His caregivers were his wife Patricia and son Christopher. He is also survived by sisters Mary Barbara Adams, Clark Summit, and Catherine Smith, Scranton, sister-in-law Lorraine Rogers, Binghamton, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Rose Mazurik.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held at Saint Philips and James Catholic Church, Phillipsburg, NJ and interment with Military Honors at Cathedral Cemetery, Scranton, PA.
Memorial contributions can be made online to HARK-ALS.org or St. Francis Kitchen, 500 Penn Ave., Scranton, PA 18509
The Ashton Funeral Home of Easton handled arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.ashtonfuneralhome.com
Rest now, good and faithful servant.
Patricia Haines
August 7, 2025 at 3:34 pm
Patricia and Chris, I am so sorry to hear of Pete’s passing. He was a member of our family from the day you married and was always kind and fun to be around. He didn’t deserve to suffer at all and for so long, because he served our country, but we thank him so much for his service. We love you , Pete. Rest in peace now.❤️🙏🇺🇸
Rick Sheridan
August 8, 2025 at 12:38 pm
Pat and Chris, May God Bless You knowing what a Great Man he was! I Loved him and will cherish the hours we spent together. A fun Mentor who impacted a bunch of us who are sharing your sorrow!
Steven Pesaresi
August 8, 2025 at 12:51 pm
I very sorry to hear about Pete’s passing away.I worked with him at Met-Ed.He would always put a smile on your face with his great sense of humor and crazy antics.Thank you for service to our country.You will truly be missed.RIP buddy.
Donna and Ernie Mancuso
August 8, 2025 at 8:06 pm
Pat and Chris, So very sorry for your loss. Said a payer for Pete today and asked God to put him HI
on the mountain. Rest in peace fellow West Sider. Thank You for your SERVICE!
Bob Ponnett
August 8, 2025 at 9:50 pm
Patricia, Chris, and family, I was very sorry to learn of Pete’s passing. I worked at Met-Ed with Pete for years and played in the Met-Ed Golf League with him also. Pete would always bring a smile to your face and he always wore his heart on his sleeve. What a great person to be around! The fondest memories I have are the many discussions we had after our Tuesday night Golf League ended and we started discussing work, Union Business, current events, and of course politics! We had so many great discussions and a ton of laughs, too! Deepest sympathies to your whole family and may you find comfort in knowing that so many of us thought so much of Pete!
Jack Purcell
August 10, 2025 at 11:31 am
Pat and Chrs, So sorry about Peter’s passing. He was a great guy and one of a kind. We were almost like cousins growing up together. Pete was my Sponcer when I received Conformation. He,used to call me occasionally when I had a land line. So sorry that he had to suffer with that disease and know you two took very good care of him during that period . May his soul rest in peace. 🙏❤
Ray Mancini
August 12, 2025 at 11:47 am
Pat and Chris,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Pete’s passing, news that reached me through my parents after they saw it on the West Scranton FB page. He was such a big part of my childhood in Easton—just as both of you were. Back then, I couldn’t begin to understand the weight of what he had experienced in Vietnam or how it might have shaped and ultimately affected him. What I did know, even as a kid, was the joy, warmth, and good humor he brought with him everywhere he went.
So many of my earliest and happiest memories include all of you—long summer days swimming, playing football, and running around like the kids we were—and Pete was always there. I can still see him laughing and playing in the pool, or standing over the grill, making something delicious for everyone. One memory still plays in my mind: the sun setting on the 4th of July at your Forks house, Pete handing out sparklers—and, true to his wild nature, lighting an M80 in the street just for fun!
Though life took us in different directions and the years slipped by, those moments remain vivid, and I can still see him and you all as clear as ever. Chris, I’d love to catch up someday—it’s been far too long, and I’m sure we’d have plenty to talk about. You can always reach me at raysins@gmail.com if you are willing.
Until then, please accept my deepest condolences and warmest wishes. May Pete live on in the memories that we still carry.
Jill Fella
August 14, 2025 at 4:55 pm
Pat and Chris,
I’m so very sorry to hear about the immense loss of Pete. He was a wonderful Godfather…I couldn’t have asked for better!
You all were family to me and part of some of my best memories growing up — whether we were vacationing together, enjoying 4th of July parties (with Brandy!!), celebrating birthdays, to even attending my wedding….Pete was such an integral part and it wasn’t a party or casual get together without him!
The memories with Pete will always be a blessing to me and I will miss him.
I hope we can catch up sometime in the near future, but for now, we send our condolences, love and prayers to you both!
Mary Kay (Grady) Pierce, Gouldsboro Lake
August 23, 2025 at 3:03 pm
Dear Pat,
I was so sorry to hear of your husband ‘s passing. Hopefully you and Chris can find some comfort in that he is finally at peace and no longer suffering.
Our deepest condolences to your family during this difficult time.
Joe Mancini
September 20, 2025 at 10:16 am
Dear Pat and Chris.
I want to express my deepest sympathies to both of you and your entire family. I have fond memories of Pete being such a welcoming presence with me and going out of his way to provide joyful experiences for us at the time. Visiting your home was always something I looked forward to and Pete provided space and warmth every time we visited. He will be missed and I pray that you both find peace with his passing.
Love,
Joe