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LOFT: Clarke Haskett of RR 3 Ilderton

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On November 27, 2013 @ 12:36 PM In Lucan,Obituary | 29 Comments

LOFT: Clarke Haskett of RR 3 Ilderton

Peacefully, at LHSC-University Hospital, London, with his family at his side, on Tuesday, November 26, 2013, of RR 3 Ilderton,  age 89 years.  Beloved husband of Doris (Olde) Loft for 58 years.  Cherished father of Karen and Gerald Zavitz of Komoka, and Ann and Todd Charlton of Denfield. Proud grandfather of Scott and Cori Charlton.  Dear brother of Ruth Loft of London and Mary and Dan Eadie of Ayr.  Predeceased by his sister Una Loft (2010).  Clarke farmed near Ilderton his entire life and drove a school bus for Murphy Bus Lines for 29 years and enjoyed the kids everyday.  Clarke loved singing, hockey and his family and friends.  The family would like to thank the Internal Medicine and Cardiac Care Staff from University Hospital for their compassion and care.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Friday, November 29th at 11 AM with Rev. Barbara Clark officiating.  Interment Littlewood Cemetery, Middlesex Centre.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Ilderton United Church or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

LOFT: Clarke Haskett of RR 3 Ilderton

Condolences for the family of “LOFT: Clarke Haskett of RR 3 Ilderton”

Condolence from Barbara Schwartz & Helen Swartz on November 27th, 2013 2:52 PM

Doris, Ann, Todd, Karen, Gerry and families.

Mom and my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Clark was a fine man and will be missed by all..

Barbara and Helen

Condolence from Bob and Pat Nicholson on November 27th, 2013 3:30 PM

To Doris and family,
How sorry we were to learn from Marj about Clarke! You are in our thoughts and hearts as we share your sad loss.
With sincere sympathy.
Bob and Pat

Condolence from Laurie and Andy Dyck on November 27th, 2013 3:31 PM

Dear Doris, Karen & Gerry, Ann & Todd, Scott and Cori,

We are far away and haven’t seen you in a long time but our hearts and thoughts are very much with you now at this difficult time and we want to send our deepest condolences to all of you.
Take comfort in knowing that Clarke brought many lasting memories of fun, love and laughter to our family and that his voice will never be forgotten.

Our deepest sympathies
Laurie and Andy Dyck
Netherlands

Condolence from Katy Gray on November 27th, 2013 3:38 PM

My heartfelt condolences to Doris, Karen,Ann and Families.

Clarke – The best neighbour anyone could ever have. He will be missed.

Condolence from Doug and Jane Urbshott on November 27th, 2013 4:11 PM

Doris,Karen,Gerald & Ann,Tod,Scott and Cori

So sorry to hear of your loss, we saw Clarke a couple of weeks ago
and had a great visit with him. It was a real shock to hear about his
passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Condolence from Gord and Joan Taylor on November 27th, 2013 5:48 PM

Doris, Karen & Gerry, Ann & Todd.
We were so sorry to hear of Clarke’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. We hope that the good memories you have will give you comfort in the coming days.

Condolence from Ron & Shirley Rader on November 27th, 2013 8:00 PM

Dear Doris, Karen, Ann & families ……..
We were so sad to hear today that Clarke had passed. We will miss his conversation; his sparkling eyes, his wonderful sense of humour…… his big dog bark …… and his puppy heart. He has truly left a legacy. Please know that we are sending thoughts and prayers to you all at this time ………………

Condolence from Charlotte and Neville Knowles on November 27th, 2013 8:24 PM

Dear Karen and Gerry,
We are so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go to you and your family.
Charlotte and Neville

Condolence from Sandra (McLellan) and Larry Hern on November 27th, 2013 8:49 PM

Dear Doris and Family,

Please accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of Clarke. You both were so kind to come and visit my Dad, Stewart McLellan following the passing of my Mom last November. Clarke and Dad went to school together and they had a fine visit that afternoon talking about their younger days. Having lost Dad just 10 days ago, I know how you all must be feeling. I’m sure he and Dad are having a great visit together again now. Remember the happy times, knowing what a well respected and admired gentleman that Clarke was to all that had the pleasure to know him.

Condolence from JOHN BERENDSEN & FAMILY on November 27th, 2013 10:22 PM

SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS..THINKING OF ALL OF YOU AT THIS TIME..TAKE CARE..JOHN BERENDSEN & FAMILY

Condolence from Cheryl Jensen on November 27th, 2013 10:48 PM

It was many years ago when Mr Loft was in my life but I have never forgot what a great man he was. You would never think that your public school bus driver would teach you so many lessons but Mr Loft managed to for the many children that traveled on his bus to and from Oxbow Public School. He will be greatly missed and my thoughts are with you all in this time of sorrow.

Condolence from Nancy Hudson on November 28th, 2013 3:56 AM

Dear Doris and family.

I was so sad to hear of Clarke’s passing. I always thought of Clarke as such a gentleman with a wonderful sense of humour. Clarke was the soloist at my wedding almost 40 years ago. His voice was such a gift. Hopefully your memories will help to sustain you during this trying time. God Bless! Sincerely Nancy Hudson

Condolence from Mary (Adams) and Henry Svec on November 28th, 2013 5:39 AM

My sincere sympathy to Doris, Karen, Ann and families.

Mary and Henry Svec

Condolence from Ernie and Marjorie Taylor on November 28th, 2013 6:50 AM

Nine Mile road will never be the same for us. We will miss Clarke so much especially when we would hear his “gator” somewhere in the area and before we knew it, there he would be. Both you and Clarke and the girls were such an important part of our boys lives. He will be missed and lovingly remembered forever. We are left with so many fond memories

Condolence from Elva Tilden on November 28th, 2013 8:04 AM

Doris and Family
I was saddened to read of Clark’s passing but know you will cope.
You have so many pleasant memories that will help you through this very sad time. It was great to renew acquaintances at Seasons and I will call you later, Doris
In Sympathy
Elva

Condolence from Tim and Caroline Fletcher on November 28th, 2013 9:05 AM

Heartfelt condolences.What a great man that will truly be missed .Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tim and Caroline

Condolence from Ruth (McCutcheon) Campbell on November 28th, 2013 10:01 AM

My sympathy to you Doris and your family.. Lots of good Junior Farmer choir memories .Good memories of High School too Doris.

Ruth Campbell

Condolence from Jill Hammond on November 28th, 2013 10:47 AM

Ann, Karen and families,

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your fatrher. My own passed away last month and I can understand the hole that you now have.

Condolences to all.

Jill

Condolence from Helen Ryan on November 28th, 2013 1:04 PM

My condolences to the Loft Family;

I was saddened to hear of Clarke’s passing. I well remember him being the best looking bus driver at Medway and that was for 5 years.
May faith, family and friends provide you with comfort and peace during this time of grief. God Bless.

Condolence from Betty White on November 28th, 2013 2:40 PM

Doris and family, please accept my deepest condolences. May your memories exceed your sadness, what a gorgeous picture of him as his smile was definitely contagious. Please take care.

Betty

Condolence from Ray and Evelyn Fowler on November 28th, 2013 2:51 PM

Doris,Ruth,Mary and families.

It is with much sadness that we read of Clarke’:s passing.
Memories go back to school days at S S # 7 with Clarke
singing Danny Boy, what a great voice he had.
And also to me and my family he was always there to
lend a helping hand.
He will be sorely missed by all.
Our condolences to all the family.
Ray and Evelyn

Condolence from Barb Vandenbor on November 28th, 2013 3:06 PM

Barb wanted you to know how much both of you had impacted her life with your kindness and acceptance, so many years ago.

Condolence from Mae Goodfellow on November 28th, 2013 5:18 PM

Doris and family,
So sorry to hear of Clark’s passing.
Mae

Condolence from Krista Johnston (Stumpf) on November 28th, 2013 7:52 PM

Doris, Ann & Karen,

I’m saddened to hear of the loss of your dear husband and father.

When I think about Clark, I can’t help but smile as he always had such a positive, kind, and caring presence. I vividly remember his wonderful smile boarding the bus every day to Oxbow Public School.

Doris, it was a pleasure to see you at a couple of our last Stumpf family gatherings and more recently being comforted by you and Clark in honoring Irma, Charles, and Karl, who bravely passed before us.

Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

May the Lord Bless You and Keep You.

Krista Johnston (Stumpf)

Condolence from Bob and Martha Heywood on November 28th, 2013 11:12 PM

Doris and family. Please accept our sincere condolences in your great loss. I always enjoyed my talks with Clarke when we met him here and there over the last many years. You made a fine couple. His voice reminded me of George Beverly Shea, and we were always going to get together, to work on some duets. I am so glad we shared that evening a few weeks ago at Charlie and Doreens. One of my boasts will now be that I got to sing with a real talented gentleman named Clarke Loft.

Condolence from Bev and Barb Shipley on November 29th, 2013 10:23 AM

Dear Doris, Karen, Gerald, Ann, Todd, Scott and Cori,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Clarke will not only be missed by all of you but also by our Ilderton community. He always had time to stop and chat and was always thinking of others. We have been blessed with his friendship and encouragement throughout the years and regret that we cannot personally be at the funeral to tell you that.
Please accept our condolences and may all of your many, many memories of good times with family and friends comfort you in the months ahead.
With sympathy – Bev and Barb

Condolence from Nancy (Filson) Ingram on November 29th, 2013 9:30 PM

So saddened to hear of Clark’s passing. I have great memories of Friday night curling, bus rides, and that wonderful voice!

Alan and Nancy Ingram

Condolence from Mary Tuckey on December 1st, 2013 6:52 PM

I am so sorry to hear of Clarke”s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. We had some good euchre games with the couples club and I sure did miss it when we moved. He sang at our wedding 59 years ago and what a wonder voice. Take care Doris and remember the wonder memories sincerely Mary

Condolence from Pat & Cora Ryan on December 6th, 2013 11:52 AM

We are very sorry to here of Clark’s passing. He was a wonderful man, will always remember his great smile and laugh.

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