About Frank Clarke
Lived 1942 – 2022 (aged 79). Frank Clarke was a British association football player.
Frank James Clarke (15 July 1942 – 2 June 2022) was an English footballer. Clarke was the eldest of five brothers who all played in the Football League.
Career After playing non-league football for Willenhall Town, he played in the Football League as a centre forward for Shrewsbury Town, Queens Park Rangers, Ipswich Town, and Carlisle United. He made his debut for Shrewsbury Town in 1962 and made 188 appearances for the club. His goal tally of 77 goals was joint-second on the club's all-time scorers list.
Personal life After his retirement from football, Clarke returned to Shrewsbury and worked as a newsagent, and at the Adams Sports Centre in Wem
Clarke died on 2 June 2022, surrounded by his family, at the age of 79, leaving wife Sylvia and two daughters, five grandchildren and great grandchildren.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Frank Clarke?
English footballer (born 1942)
When was Frank Clarke born?
Frank Clarke was born on 15 July 1942 in Willenhall.
When did Frank Clarke die?
Frank Clarke died on 3 June 2022.
What was Frank Clarke's occupation?
Frank Clarke was an association football player.
What nationality was Frank Clarke?
Frank Clarke was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Frank Clarke (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Frank Clarke. https://biography.guide/frank-clarke-association-football-player/
MLA: "Frank Clarke." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/frank-clarke-association-football-player/.
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