Arthur C. Clokey (October 12, 1921 – January 8, 2010) was a pioneer in the popularization of stop motion clay animation.
He is best known for his animated television character Gumby. Since 1955, Gumby has been a familiar presence on television, appearing in several series—and even in a 1995 feature film, Gumby: The Movie. Clokey’s second most famous production is the duo of Davey and Goliath, funded by the Lutheran Church.
Death of Art Clokey
Arthur died peacefully in his sleep the morning of January 8, 2010; at his home in Los Osos, CA. Art Clokey was 89 years old at the time of his death
Gumby – Scrooge Loose