Mark L. Barr, 69, of Clearfield died on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at his home.

He was born on March 24, 1947 in Clearfield, a son of the late Rev. Stacey and Hortense (Frantz) Barr.

Mark graduated from Clearfield High School in 1965 and then graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelor Degree in Business. Mr. Barr retired after nearly 30 years of employment at the Clearfield County Jail. He had also been a long time volunteer fireman with the Lawrence Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 and the Third Ward Hose Company and also faithfully attended the Hyde Wesleyan Church.

He is survived by his wife, Dorcas (McCleery) Barr whom he wed September 25, 1971; a son, Stacey Barr and wife Shannon Lobb Barr of Louisiana; and close relatives, Kim Norris and husband Marshall and Shelia Kaufmann and husband Ernie, all of Dubois.

A memorial service will be held at the Hyde Wesleyan Church at a time and date to be announced.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Third Ward Volunteer Fire Co., 508 Martin Street, Clearfield.

The Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield is in charge of arrangements.

To sign the on-line guestbook go to www.beardsleyfuneralhome.com.