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CLARKE: Jean Helen (Gillespie) of Hensall and formerly of Toronto, Kincardine, and Exeter

September 16, 2019 By Haskett Funeral Homes 28 Condolences

CLARKE: Jean Helen (Gillespie) of Hensall and formerly of Toronto, Kincardine, and Exeter

Peacefully at Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall on Monday, September 16, 2019 formerly of Toronto, Kincardine, and Exeter at the age of 88.  Beloved wife of the late Alexander Clarke (2005).  Loving mother of Janet Clarke of Exeter, Gordon and Noli Clarke of Toronto, and Warren and Annci Clarke of Pickering.  Dear grandmother of Melanie and Emma Clarke; Lauren and Iain McFarlane. Fondly remembered by Linda.  Jean was loved and supported by many dear friends wherever she lived. 

Many thanks to all the doctors, nurses and support staff at the Exeter Villa, Stratford General Hospital, South Huron Hospital Foundation, and Queensway Nursing Home for your care and support.

At Jeanโ€™s request cremation has taken place and a scattering of Jeanโ€™s cremated remains will be held at the Memorial Gardens, Anglican Church of the Messiah, Kincardine on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 11 AM.  Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter entrusted with arrangements.   

Donations to Jessicaโ€™s House โ€“ Residential Hospice, Exeter or the Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band would be appreciated by the family. 

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  1. Elaine Ford

    October 31, 2019 at 3:47 PM

    Dear Janet and family, so surprised to read of Jeans passing. She was a treasure on earth for all of us to enjoy. I retired in February from Saint Elizabeth. My deepest sympathy to you and family. ????

  2. Kim Bolger

    September 25, 2019 at 8:43 AM

    Dear Janet: I was saddened to hear about the passing of your Mom. She and your Dad were such lovely people. I used to love her visits whenever I came back to Kincardine. Jean was charming with a great sense of humour, the consummate hostess. She was a pillar of the community and especially the church. It has been five years since I lost my Mom and two years for Dad and while I believe time heals all sadness, it will still be difficult so may the cherished memories, family and friends help you through this difficult time. Blessings, Kim Bolger ( Caiger-Watson.)

  3. Tracy McLennan

    September 24, 2019 at 8:50 PM

    Dear Janet,
    I was sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. May the love and comfort of your family and friends help you through this difficult time.
    Sincerely, Tracy McLennan

  4. Carol LeBeau

    September 23, 2019 at 6:48 PM

    I just now read of your Motherโ€™s passing, Janet. Please accept my sincere sympathy, as I know how much you will miss her. Treasure your happy memories.
    Carol

  5. Janet Van Bakel

    September 19, 2019 at 10:50 AM

    Sending you my heart felt condolences in the loss of your wonderful mother. I was so blessed to get to know her and her abundance of knowledge. She was certainly a very lucky Mom to have a daughter as caring and loving as you Janet !
    Sending hugs !

  6. Margie MacKenzie

    September 18, 2019 at 7:59 PM

    Janet we are very sorry to hear of your momโ€™s passing . Our condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.

    Love ,
    Margie, Bruce & Carlee

  7. Laura Bogner

    September 18, 2019 at 2:21 PM

    Keeping all of the family in prayer at this time. May the unconditional love and peace of God comfort you during this time.

    Much Love

    Laura

  8. Nancy Armstrong Thomson

    September 18, 2019 at 12:37 PM

    Dear Janet,
    So sorry to hear of your Mumโ€™s passing. Weโ€™ll always remember her for her friendly and energetic personality . Both she and your Dad were wonderful people to know.
    Sincerely,
    Chris & Nancy (Armstrong) Thomson & family

  9. Joan and Glenn

    September 18, 2019 at 10:52 AM

    Janet. So sorry for your loss. Our sincere sympathy to you and your family. Joan & Glenn

  10. Kate Monk

    September 18, 2019 at 7:58 AM

    Dear Janet and family: Sincere condolences to you all at this sad time. I’ll always remember your mom’s smile, interest and curiousity and good humour when she attended our conservation authority events. Take good care, Kate

  11. Paul Anstett

    September 17, 2019 at 11:07 PM

    Our condolences to you Janet and family on the passing of your Mother.
    Paul & Beth Anstett & Family

  12. Sandra Funk

    September 17, 2019 at 8:06 PM

    Janet & Family:

    My sincere condolences to your and your family.
    I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing; however she is resting in a better place; which is a comfort to yourself and your family.
    Her memories will be with all of her family.

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    Sandra Funk

  13. Steph Corbett

    September 17, 2019 at 6:46 PM

    It was a pleasure to care for Jean as a nurse through Queensway. Such a remarkable & caring woman. My condolences to the family.

    Stephanie Corbett RPN

  14. Margaret Prout

    September 17, 2019 at 6:32 PM

    Janet, sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. May you find comfort in all your special
    memories. Thinking of you!

  15. Christian Ravera

    September 17, 2019 at 5:50 PM

    My sincere condolences to Warren, Emma, Ancci, Melanie, and all family and friends.

  16. Marilyn Waldeck

    September 17, 2019 at 4:21 PM

    Thinking of you at this time Janet and very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. Hope all the good memories you shared with her will help you through the difficult time.

  17. Tom Sayliss

    September 17, 2019 at 3:52 PM

    Gord, Warren, Janet & family. So sorry to hear the loss of your Mother. It’s hard to say goodbye to such a monumental figure in your life. May she rest in peace and may you all find solice with each other and the warehouse of cherished memories.
    Peace & love

  18. Penny Preszcator

    September 17, 2019 at 3:24 PM

    Janet & Family

    My sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your mother. May your good memories sustain you through this sad time.
    Penny

  19. Randy & Susann Jones

    September 17, 2019 at 2:07 PM

    Randy and I were so glad to know Jean and we enjoyed our conversations with her.
    We remember her sitting outside at the Villa when it was sunny. She was Randyโ€™s motherโ€™s,Donnaโ€™s neighbour across the hall at the Villa.
    We will miss her.

  20. Bonnie Capotosto

    September 17, 2019 at 1:29 PM

    My heart goes out to you and your family in your time of sorrow.

  21. Simone Tucci

    September 17, 2019 at 11:51 AM

    Condolences to you and your family, Warren.

  22. Marion Cornish

    September 17, 2019 at 11:01 AM

    Janet & family, So sorry to hear of your momโ€™s passing. Just know we Are thinking of you.

  23. Janet Corbett

    September 16, 2019 at 10:49 PM

    Janet & family,

    So sorry to hear of your Momโ€™s passing. Your mom was an interesting lady for sure! Thinking of you all at this time.

    Janet Cowan Corbett

  24. Karen Dickins (Volunteer at Queensway)

    September 16, 2019 at 8:09 PM

    I didnโ€™t know her long, but she was such a lovely lady, always had a smile. My condolences to her family, may your memories help heal your broken hearts.

  25. Dr. L. Tanious

    September 16, 2019 at 7:24 PM

    Warren, Ann- Christine, Melanie & Emma Clarke and family.
    I am sorry to hear the news of Jeanโ€™s, mom and grandma, passing. Sincere sympathy and prayer for heart felt peace. Godโ€™s love and blessings comfort your hearts.

  26. Pauline Hogan

    September 16, 2019 at 5:42 PM

    Thinking of you Janet. I met your Mom when she was in South Huron Hospital and I enjoyed several visits with her. She was such an interesting lady. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
    Pauline and Joe Hogan

  27. Evelyn Vincent

    September 16, 2019 at 4:17 PM

    Janet and family
    Sincere sympathy. It was my pleasure to get to know your mother a little over the past few months.
    May you experience peace and comfort. I will miss her at Queensway

  28. Stephanie Masse

    September 16, 2019 at 4:03 PM

    Janet & family-
    We are so saddened to hear about your momโ€™s passing. Jean was always smiling and so excited to see our girls when we would visit. We will never forget the picnic we had at the Exeter Villa and she treated us. Please feel the love and support from all your family and friends at this very difficult time.
    Love, Tim, Stephanie, Erica and Addison Masse

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