John F. Clarke

John F. Clarke, of Dorchester, died, April 22, in Norwood at the age of 85.

Born in Boston, he was a graduate of Roslindale High School and Boston University.  He was an Army Veteran serving as an MP in the Pacific Theater during World War II.

He worked as a salesman for Atlantic Records servicing the Boston and New York market areas.

John was the beloved son of the late Thomas and Bridget (Connolly) Clarke.  Brother of the late Thomas J. Clarke.  Uncle of Thomas J. Clarke of North Easton, Maureen Clarke-Lewis of Norwell, Kevin Clarke and Theresa Whooley both of Quincy and the late Patricia Lydon.  John is also survived by several grand nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Agatha Church, Milton, on Tues., April 30, at 10:30 A.M.  Relatives and friends invited.

Visiting hours Monday from 4 – 7 P.M. at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON.

Interment Saint Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury.