Hinkle’s Hamburgers Scott Clark Dies Suddenly Forcing Closure Of Iconic Bloomington Eatery

BLOOMINGTON, IN. (THECOUNT) — Scott Alan Clark, business manager of iconic Bloomington, Indiana hamberstand stand, Hinkle’s Hamburgers, died unexpectedly on Saturday, forcing the sudden closure of the popular eatery.

Clark, 46, of Bloomington, passed away Saturday, February 9, at his residence.

A cause of death was not provided.

He was the son of Gary D. and Deborah (Allen) Clark, Hinkle’s Hamburgers Bloomington founders.

Via TheFuneralChapel:

It is with deep sadness that we inform you that our beloved son, Scott, passed away Saturday unexpectedly. His sudden loss has shocked us all and we are still processing how to deal with it. We ask for privacy in these next few days. We will share the arrangements with our Hinkle’s family as soon as we can. Thank you for your understanding in this difficult time. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers. We love our Hinkle’s family. Thank you.

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