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serving his country. His military service was a source of pride for him, and he carried himself with dignity and respect both during his time in the service and throughout his life. Martin was affectionately called by his siblings “Babe Bubba” and lovingly called “Daddy” and respectfully as “Mister Clack” by his children and as “Paw Paw” or “Grand Paw Clack” by his grandchildren and great grandchildren and “Uncle Martin Ray” by his nieces and nephews. Throughout his life, Martin Clack was known to be a man of his word and a man of integrity. He was an extremely diligent worker consistently providing for and supporting his family. His generosity did not stop with his family, because Martin Clack would also assist others in his church and community in any way that he could, if possible. Mr. Clack was a Mason and a member of the American Legion. He was employed and retired after many years from Ralston Purina Mills and Cal-Maine. Martin was a very compassionate person and enjoyed his life, joking, laughing, singing, tending to his farm and his farm animals, attending the auction, working in his garden and yard, watch ing sports and his favorite westerns, sharing his wisdom and more importantly sharing the Gos pel of Jesus Christ.

– …D EACONS ARE TO BE WORTHY OF RESPECT … T HOSE WHO HAVE SERVED WELL GAIN AN EXCELLENT STANDING AND GREAT ASSURANCE IN THEIR FAITH IN C HRIST J ESUS .

8 In the same way, deacons are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain. 9 They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience. 10 They must first be tested; and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons. 13 Those who have served well gain an excellent standing and great assurance in their faith in Christ Jesus. 1 Timothy 3:8-10, 13 Deacon Clack’s commitment to service was rooted in his deep faith, his love of God, and his heart commitment to serving God by serving others. Deacon Martin Ray Clack’s greatest joy was faithfully attending and serving, alongside his wife, as a member of Providence Missionary Baptist Church for 70 years, while serving as a Deacon for 43 years. He took his role very seriously, as he served in various ministries and capacities as a trustee, deacon, usher and in any way that he could with his time, his many talents and his treasure. Whatever the church needed, Brother Clack was willing, able and available to serve with his whole heart. Deacon Clack lived a life full of love, faith and generosity.