Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Wednesday, October 19, 2011 Elliott Wayne Clarke of Grand Bend, passed away in his 67th year. Beloved husband of Kathleen “Kay” (Lawson) Clarke for over 46 years. Loving father of Wayne Clarke of Nanaimo B.C., Brian and Dawn Clarke of Winnipeg, Man and Cathy and Decky Memah of Toronto. Dear grandfather of 7 grandchildren. Loved son-in-law of Margaret and Ken Baker and the late Gerald Lawson. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Betty Oldacre, Ruth Clarke, Allen Lawson and Pat, Edwin and Francis Lawson and Gwen and James Rohde. Sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Melvin and Eva (Epps) Clarke, one brother Ernie Clarke, one sister Mae (Reg) Watterworth and brother-in-law Ken Oldacre. Elliott was a long time employee of Canadian Tire and Ideal Supply in Exeter.
According to Elliott’s wishes there will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation has taken place.
Memorial contributions may be made to the South Huron Hospital Foundation.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
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Condolence From: The Middletons
Kay & family…..We are so sorry for your loss. I remember the first time I (Jo-Ann) met you two. It was the night before your move from Andrew Street to the west in 1975. Gary and I came over to wish you well and say goodbye. I remember sitting on the floor because all your furniture was already on it’s way. Those were the days….and a great way to keep Elliott in our thoughts. Our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of the Clarke family. Try to be strong.
Gary, Jo-Ann & Marshall
Condolence From: Linda Soldan (Muegge)
Dear Kay & Family- on behalf of the Muegge family I extend our deepest sympathy from each & everyone of us. Elliot will certainly be remembered as someone who was always around our house in Seaforth ‘hanging’ out with the boys. I’m sure it hasn’t been the nicest for him these last years but his spirit will be alive through stories, memories & pictures. Keep happy thoughts about him around you to ease the pain. You are in our thoughts & prayers. The Muegge family
Condolence From: Linda Dietrich
My deepest sympathy to Kathleen and family. Linda Dietrich
Condolence From: Cindy Maxfield
Kay , I was so sorry to hear of Elliott’s passing. I loved his smile and enthusiasm for exercising. I so enjoyed seeing him in the classes. You did an amazing job making sure he got out and participated with everyone. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you. Cindy
Condolence From: Mary Jo Schottroff Snopko
Our deepest sympathy to Kathleen and your family. Our thoughts
and prayers are with you at this time of need.
Sincerely,
Erwin and Luzia Schottroff
Mary Jo and David and family
Condolence From: Jodi Plouffe
Kay & Family
So sorry to hear of Elliot’s death. Keep the happy memories in your heart, he will be missed by many.
Thinking of you,
Sincerely
Jodi, Chris and Kaitlyn Plouffe
Condolence From: Larry and Joyce Black, Grand Bend
Kay and family –
We were very sorry to see your dear husband Elliott had passed on this week.
He will be missed by many and we always enjoyed a little visit when we met around Grand Bend. Kay, you were a great care giver to your husband.
Sincere sympathy to you and your family at this very sad time in your great loss. Thinking of everyone, Your neighbours, Larry and Joyce Black and family
Condolence From: KATHY AND GARY SIMPSON, EXETER
KAY AND FAMILY – OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU ALL – READ ABOUT ELLIOT’S DEATH IN TODAY’S PAPER – READING THE FAMILY NAMES BRINGS BACK LOTS OF MEMORIES FROM THE PAST AND MEMORIES OF YOUR YEARS SPENT WITH ELLIOTT WILL GET YOU THROUGH THIS SAD TIME. THINKING OF YOU.
Condolence From: Cathie Alexander
Dear Kay and family, I am very sad to hear of Elliott’s passing. It’s been awhile since we’ve seen each other, but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know my brother, Dave has lost a good friend!! Take care of each other at this very sad time and find comfort in knowing your memories of Elliott will be with you forever.
Sincerely,
Cathie (Sim) Alexander