Mr. E.J. "Bud" Clark, age 86, of Arley passed away Monday, September 5, 2022 at his residence. Funeral services will be 12:00 PM Thursday, September 8, 2022 at Bell Sumiton Chapel with burial at New Canaan Cemetery. Pastor Bobby Holt will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to services. Bell Funeral Home Sumiton has been entrusted with the arrangements.

He was preceded in death by his parents Jessie and Linnie Clark; six sisters; and three brothers.

He is survived by his wife, Mary J. Clark of Arley, AL; sisters, June Booth (James) of Jasper, AL, Glynda Clark of Warrior, AL and Barbara Ricks of Texas; goddaughter, Ma'Kenzie Miller; and a host of nieces and nephews.