Spencer Clark was born in Essex, Missouri on March 26, 1939 to parents, Tommie Clark Sr. and Othella Clark.

Spencer had 9 other siblings. Six siblings have preceded him in death, Arnedia Ledbetter, Glendora Evans, Tommie Clark Jr., Donald and Ronald Clark.

Spencer attended Lovejoy School and later graduated from Lincoln Senior High in East St. Louis, IL. He worked as a laborer at General Box Inc. in East St. Louis until the company closed in 1982. Spencer was baptized as a Jehovah's Witness in 1971. He served faithfully until his death. Spencer enjoyed preaching and teaching others about God's Kingdom. He also enjoyed reading and gardening.

Spencer was married three times, Josephine Clark (Emerson) married in 1970 to her death in 1988. Ann Clark (Mason) 1990-1993. Carrie Clark (Hampton) married in 1997 to her death in 2007.

Spencer departed this life on April 4, 2023 . He is survived by his only daughter, Suprina Clark and four sisters, Lois Williams, Carolyn Clark, Jackie Aikens, and Doris Johnson.