At LHSC-Victoria Hospital, London on Friday, May 13, 2016 of London, and formerly of Lucan in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Angela (Donaghy) Clarke. Dear father of Martin and JoAnne Clarke of Lucan, Anthony and Victoria Clarke of Calgary, Marianne Clarke of Ottawa, and Mary and James Black of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Dear grandfather of Laura, Ryan; Max, Grace, Clare; Emma, Hannah, Patrick; Seamus, and Arabella. Dear brother and brother-in-law of John and Moira Clarke of Isle of Man, and Mary and Bob Hackett of Galway, Ireland. Predeceased by his son Philip, grandson Michael, brother Martin Clarke and his wife Annie. Pat operated Clarke’s Variety in Lucan for many years.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Prayers will be said in the funeral home Sunday evening at 6:45 PM. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. John the Divine Parish, 390 Base Line Road West, London on Monday, May 16th at 10 AM with Rev. Fr. Pio de Oria celebrant. Interment St. Patrick Cemetery, Lucan.
Donations to Lung Cancer Canada, Parkinson Society Southwestern, or London Area Right to Life Association. Haskett Funeral Home, Lucan (519-227-4211) entrusted with arrangements.
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Bonnie Pember
Dear Angela and family,
God bless you and keep you in the palm of His Hand. I just learned about Patrick going to be with Jesus. Please be assured of my thoughts, love, prayers and sympathy at this time. You and Patrick were such good friends of London Area Right to Life Association and worked hard to promote respect for life at all stages.
We will miss Patrick and hope that you and your family will be surrounded with love, peace and healing during this time of grief, Angela.
In Jesus’ peace and with our deepest sympathy, Bonnie, Mike Hale and everyone at London Area Right to Life Association
Barry and Nacy Mills
May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time
Dennis and Cindy White
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Pat. It was always a pleasure talking to him whether it was in the store or if you ran into him anywhere else in Lucan. His humour and kindness always put a smile on your face. Thinking of all of you in the days ahead.
Joan and Dave Goddard
Dear Angela and family. Sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during sad and difficult time.
Kathy and Keith McFarland
Sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. He was an unforgettable lion member, father, grandfather, but most of all a gentleman.
Shirley Houghton / Jim Hanna
Angela and family.
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Fred & Jackie Wells
Fred & I are so sorry that we missed the announcement of Patrick’s death. His name brings a smile to my face as I recall his Irish humor & his love for fun. Patrick was instrumental in the development of the VON Palliative Care Program in Middlesex County & for this I shall forever be grateful. The dinner parties hosted by Dorothy & Norm where Patrick provided the entertainment, shall forever be etched in our memories.
He was a wonderful person who has left a huge footprint in many lives.
Lori Armstrong (Riley) & Tristan Hill
Our thoughts are with all of you. Hoping you find comfort in your memories and each other. I will always remember Pat’s smile and how quick to laugh and offer a helping hand. He will be missed.
Dave Schulthies
Hello Angela, Martin and family. I had the pleasure of meeting and coming to know Pat when I worked with Sterling Fuels/Ultramar in the 1980’s. A wonderful life-filled man that I respected and admired. I was saddened to learn just today that he had passed away as I would have wished to see you and bid him farewell.
I must say that so many of the photos I saw tonight were not showing the green clothing that I recall him in so often.
There could well be a gathering in heaven with the likes of Jim Dent going on as I write this.
I sure liked Pat.
Dave Schulthies
Frank and Carol Hardy
Angela, Martin and Joanne , and all the Clarke family,
Pat was such a friendly gentleman, with a wonderful Irish wit. He gave so much to everyone who knew him. Our deepest sympathy to your family. How missed he will be. May your faith keep you strong and offer you comfort.
Jim and Helen Hearn
To the entire Clarke family,
Lucan has lost another good man. Take comfort in knowing that your husband, father and grandfather will be fondly remembered by so many people in our community. Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Jim and Helen
Jackie Geeney
To Angela and Family,
Sincere Condolences on the death of your dear husband,Patrick. May he rest in peace.
From Norrie( Brannelly) Monaghan and family.
June Wilband
Angela & family. My deepest sympathy on the loss of Pat. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Marilyn Thompson
Angela, Martin, JoAnne and family:
Please accept my condolence for the passing of Patrick. He was a very friendly, jovial person who lifted the spirits of many over the years. My memory of chatting with him in the store is very vivid. He will be sincerely missed by the community as well as his family.
Julia, Steve Sarah, Justin McIntyre
Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Scott and Michelle Rummell
Martin, JoAnne and the entire Clarke family,
Please accept our deepest condolences. So many memories of seeing Pat in the store since we were kids. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Ralph Needham. Joan Robson
Thinking of you today. We have many good memories of Pat at the store.
Glen and Linda Finch
Angela, Martin and Joanne and Family.
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Pat always had a smile on his face!
May the memories of love and friendship always be a treasure to carry
with youl
Rob Nunns and family
Our heartfelt condolences to the entire Clarke family.
Gord and Joanne Hardy
To the Clarke family:
Sincere sympathy for your loss. Pat will certainly be missed by his family as well as the community of Lucan Biddulph.
Betty Coughlin,Kathy & Karen
So sorry to hear of Pat`s passing. Our deepest sympathy to all of the family. He will always be thought of when you enter the variety store.
Michael Stanley & Family
To Angela, Martin , Joanne and the whole Clarke family — Pat was an institution in Lucan, always there when needed and always a joke or a smile, you are in our thoughts.
Jean Mclaughlin
Please except my condolences he will be missed very much at the Monday Wednesday senior club. He was such a lovely person and always made me laugh.
Dave and Linda Smith
Saddened to hear of your loss. He was always so joyful and full of funny sayings for everyone who entered the store. His Irish humour and personality will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Brenda and Gord Moon
Dear Angela, Martin, Joanne, and the entire Clarke families ,
We were saddened to hear of the loss of Pat. He will be remembered for his humour, kindness , and a fine businessman with a trusty , loving companion ,Angela.
Your beautiful selection of photos project how important family and his grandildren were to him.
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.’
Ella Bak
To Angela and family my condolences,Pat was a wonderful man and I enjoyed playing cards with him, we will miss him at the clubs. I will keep you in my prayers.
Ferlin Sovereign
Sorry to hear of the passing of one of my first bosses.
As Pats main gas pump jockey straight out of high school, I got to learn from one of the best how to treat your customers!
I will cherish those memories.
Sorry for your loss , to all of the Clarke family.
Terry and Kathy Noyes
Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Brian & Michelle Schon
Our deepest sympathies to the Clarke family.
Cathy and Bruce Cornish
Dear Angela, Martin and Joanne and Families
We were saddened to hear of Patrick’s passing. He certainly was a well respected gentleman and was a ray of sunshine. Patrick always had a joke and a smile for you, every time you saw him. We won’t ever forget his free spirited
personally, he certainly will be missed. Please except our condolences.
Holly
I wish that words were adequate to ease the sorrow that you are all feeling right now. Please accept my condolences, know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Holly
Dean and Jackie Densmore
Please accept my deepest condolence. . Softly the leaves of memory fall gently we stop to gather them all.
Michael Clarke
I’m very saddened to hear of the passing of my dear Uncle Patrick. My memories of him are of a fun loving uncle with a great sense of humour. He will be sadly missed & like my Auntie Annie & Uncle Martin, the last of their kind. My deepest sympathies go to my Aunty Angela, my cousins & their families. My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Ken Whiting
Our deepest condolences on your loss. You are in my prayers.
Ron Reymer
To the Clarke family
My deepest sympathies and condolences to you at this sad time. Pat was a great community, and soccer, supporter. He left his mark on Lucan and we will forever be greatful for his contributions.
Ron Reymer
Loretta Whitfield
Dear Angela – please accept our condolences. We offer you our prayers, especially in the coming months.
Brian and Loretta Whitfield, Sanlan and Grand Bend
Nancy McLean
We were both truly saddened to hear of Patrick’s passing….we met at Sanlan as well. Even though we didn’t have much time together, we would like Angela to know we share in her sorrow. Nancy and Ted McLean.
Jos and Hans Molenkamp
Sorry for your loss. He was great and happy man. Always put a smile on everyone’s face. He will be missed.
Don and Margaret Watt
Sincere Sympathy to the Clarke family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Cheryl & Ron Leyes
Angela and family, So sorry to learn of Patrick’s passing, he was a true gentleman with that wonderful Irish humour and blarney. Mom enjoyed playing cards with him at the seniors’ gatherings. I wish we were home and able to join your family at St. John tomorrow but that is not possible.
Our prayers and thoughts will be with you, Angela and all the family. We will see you when we return.
Cheryl and Ron Leyes
Jim and Wendy Thomas
So, so saddened to hear of Pat’s passing. He will be remembered fondly for his jolly spirit and friendly manner ! May you all find peace and comfort in your beautiful memories……..
Sincerely Jim and Wendy Thomas
Leanne
To all the clarke family.
Sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. Always had a smile wherever you met him. Will be thinking of you all through this difficult time.
Leanne, Mike Thompson and family
Ray & Sue Heffernan
Our Sincere Sympathy to Angela and the Clarke Children and Grand kids. Pat will be missed by all who knew and Loved him cherish your memories and hold them tight, to help you through this difficult time, by all the pictures he certainly was a” Great Family Man”
Sincerely, Ray & Sue
Marty Karen Van Praet
Thinking of you and wishing you peace at this time.Pat will be missed.
Cathy and Chris Hanington
For all of the Clarke family,
Sincere condolences to all of you. It is a time for remembering so many good stories. Keep them close to the surface as you manoeuvre through the grief. Mr. Clarke will be missed by many.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Martin and Thea Stokkermans
Angela, we are so sorry for your loss,also so greatful we had the opportunity to meet Patrick, we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Nancy Martin
So sorry to hear of Patrick’s passing. Nancy and I will always remember the golf outings and cards at ‘SanLan. It has been an honour knowing both of you. We know you will have great support from your family. Thinking of you always.
Bob & Brenda Smith
Martin, JoAnne and family,
Sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories. Our prayers are with your entire family.
Francis Thomas
Dear Angela,
We were so sorry to hear of Patrick’s passing. We only got to know Patrick for such a short time, but he was a warm, humourous and very kind neighbour to us when we arrived at our trailer across from yours. Patrick taught Lorne shuffle board and cared enough to keep inviting us to continue with the fun of playing with you both. Such small kindnesses leave their imprints in our memories and we share in our very small way, your sadness at losing him.
With warm thoughts,
Francis and Lorne Thomas
Don & Judy Hodgins
Angela and all the family;
The world is a little less bright without Patrick. He was the only one that ever greeted me with; “how’s the wonderfulness of yourself?” He gave so many people a smile for their day.
My all your wonderful memories carry you all thru this most difficult time.
Sincere Sympathy,
Don and Judy Hodgins
Deb Arrand
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time .
Tom and Deb
Dale Grant
To the Clark Family
I am saddened to hear of Pat’s passing. I have fond memories of Mr. C while I was attending College, I would stop in every morning for a bottle of either apple or orange juice and some kind of munchies. He spoke of his golf games, his family and we always had a giggle about something. I will miss his smiling face, but I will always remember him and his laughter.
Thinking of you all and sending prayers.
“When you loose someone you love, you gain an Angel you know”
Karen & Ron Peters
Dear Angela & Family, our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this very sad time. We will remember the lovely visit we had with Pat last summer while you folks were tending the store as well as his continuous cheerful greetings. May all your memories sustain you during this difficult time.
Sincerely, Karen & Ron Peters
Christine De Groot
I was saddened to hear of Pat’s passing. He was such a gentleman. I remember meeting him for the first time in Sanlan on the golf course. I was such a poor golfer and Patrick was my partner. He immediately put me at ease and I had a good golf game. He was a kind man, Angela and I will always remember his smile. Tony loved to have a chat with him, always entertaining.
My Condolences,
Christine
JIM Scott
Angela , Martin, Joanne and the whole Clarke family, at this time of deep and very personal sadness, Please know that caring thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with you all.
Henk and Rickie Peeters
Dear Angela and family – our deepest condolences . We were fortunate enough to get to know you both in Florida . Patrick had an abundance of kindness and humor. His Irish spirit came straight from his big heart. His legacy lives on in your wonderful family. He will be missed by many.
Deb Manders
Dear Angela and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Deb Manders
Jeremy & Tammy (Wilkinson) Langendyk
Our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
Pat & Frank Fekecs
We will always remember Patrick but especially on March 17th. We always appreciated his Irish wit and humour and feel vey blessed to have known him even if it was only a short well. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family Angela.
Pat & Frank Fekecs
Gary & Mathilda Manders and Family
Heartfelt condolences to the Clarke family.
Hoping in time you find some peace in your cherished memories.
Dan and Carol Sloetjes and family
To the Clark Family
Our condolences. Thoughts and prayers are with your whole family and may GOD’S peace be with your family as you cherish the memories.
Tom and Mary Ann McLaughlin
Dear Angela and the entire Clarke Family.
We were saddened by the news of Pat’s passing. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Cherish the many memories – they will last you all a lifetime.
George Wood
Dear Angela,Martin,Joanne and family.
We were so sorry to hear of Pats passing. What an amazing man he was ,the pictures you have poster are wonderful and shows what a family man he was and what great times you had together. May these special memories help get you through this difficult time.
George and Jeanett Wood.
Maureen & Jim Craig
Angela &family , sorry to hear about Pat , our thoughts & prayers are with you . Maureen & Jim Craig .
Harry and Elaine Hardy
our sincere sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with your families .Pat was a good family man, a good citizen, and a good business man. He was very knowledgeable person, if you listened you could learn much information from him. He always had a friendly smile, and liked laugh and have fun.I have great memories of him, and I had many good conversations with him. No life ends, until all the lives that person has touched end. Harry and Elaine Hardy
Joyce Sovereign
To all the Clark Family , was very sorry to read of Pats death ,sending my sympathy to you Angela and all his children and Grandkids..
Mary Blake (Clarke) & all the Irish clan
We are all heartbroken with the passing of our Uncle Patrick. I loved emailing him & Angela. Although he loved Canada he always wanted to know what was going on in Ireland, particularly Galway and especially Grange!
Thinking of you all
Kathy Moore
Uncle Martin, Aunt JoAnne, Laura and Ryan and the Clarke family,
We are very sad to hear of Patricks passing. I will always remember his sense of humour and laughter. Lots of love being sent to you and to the family.
Kathy, Jeff and Jenna Moore xoxo
cheryl vivian blatchford
Angela & Family sorry to hear about pat he was a great man I’m sorry for your loss
Cheryl Blatchford
Marianne and Steve DuCharme
The Clarke Families
We send our deepest sympathies to everyone. May fond memories of your Dad help you thru this sad time. May he he rest in peace.
Janet VanderLoo and Terry VanArenthals
to the whole Clarke family; you are in our thoughts and prayers in this time of great sorrow.
Tom Hearn
Angela, Martin, Joanne & Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Calgary Clarkes
We have had so many amazing moments and memories along side Patrick. He always lent us a smile and was able to make us laugh.
Deepest condolences
Colleen & Chico Ouellette
Dear Angela
Our deepest sympathies at Patrick’s passing………………his Irish humor was a gift to all of us at SanLan. May wonderful memories give you comfort in the days ahead.
Chico & Colleen
John and Theresa Goris
Angela And family, we were saddened to hear from Mary that Patrick had passed away. We cherish all the great times we spend together golfing, playing poker with Father John on Friday nights in Florida and let’s not forget the Thursday happy hours which pat so loved. Losing a great friend is never easy and we will miss him a lot but are thankful to have known such a great person for so many years. Our love and prayers to all the family especially you Angela. John and Theresa
Arlene and Scott Thomson
Dear Martin and Joanne and family
I am so sorry to hear about your dad., our deepest sympathy with your family
Peg Humston
To Angela and all the family, my deepest sympathy on the loss of Patrick, so many happy memories of years gone by, when I lived in Sarnia and all our children were little. My thoughts, love and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
I will be in touch with you Angela when I come down at a later date. God give you the strength and courage to get through this very difficult, and sad time.
May Patrick rest in peace now, no more pain and sufferings.
God Bless and be with you all.
Sincerely Peg Humston
Cobourg, Ontario.
Donna & Bob Maslen
Angela & Family:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss. May the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead.
Dave and Sue Whelan
Hello Angela and family. Dave and Sue Whelan here. Sue and I wish to extend our deepest sympathies to you. I remember the first time I visited you and Patrick at the farm. I think you had just had your first child, Patrick took my dad and I to the barn to feed the cattle. That was my first real experience with farms and cattle. I know Patrick will be sorely missed by all. Our sincere condolences to you all. I do not think we will be able to attend the mass as we are working and we couldn’the make the drive by 10:00 am. We will pray for you and for Patrick. All our best and may God Bless you and keep you.
Love Sue and Dave Whelan
Ryan and Jamie Harris
Martin, Joanne, Laura and Ryan
So sorry for your loss, our hearts are with you at this difficult time. Pat was a very lovely man and sure to be missed by many.
Jamie and Ryan Harris
Helen and Jerry Vanderydt
So sorry to hear about Patrick What a wonderful guy Jerry and I loved golfing with him. And of course Happy hours with him in Florida will never be the same, Our prayers are with you all Helen and Jerry Vanderydt Ridgetown
Marilyn dykeman/Ruest
Angela and family; Never will I forget the kindness Patrick and you Angela showed me, I loved his sense of humor and genuine compassion. You always left the store smiling. So sorry for you loss.
Joe & Marla Wilson
Angela & Family,
Today and always, may loving memories of Patrick bring you peace, comfort and strength. We will cherish our memories of Patrick always.
Keith and Jeanette Simpson
We were very sorry to hear about your loss. Keep the good memories close.
Dave and Joanne Walzack
Pat was an icon in town. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Clarke family. He was true irish.
Bonnie Manders
My thoughts and prayers are with you Angela, and your family, during this sad time and in the days ahead.
Anne Giesen and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Clarke Clan. Pat was the life of the party and he will be missed by so many. It has been such a pleasure to know him and our lives would not have been the same without him in it. He has joined Ted, and many others, as angels looking over us all.
Brenda & Fred smith
So sorry for your lost he was great man did so much for the community keep good times close to your heart love smith family
Pete & Pat Van Geleuken
Pete & I would like to express our deepest condolences to the Clarke family …we will keep you all in our thoughts & prayers.
Alex and Donna Westman
Words can’t capture the sadness we feel upon hearing of Patrick’s passing.
I will never forget his kindness and sense of humour but mostly i will hold dear a conversation he and i had when i was very sick two years ago. His loving kindness truly touched my heart.
Rest well my friend.
To Angela, Martin , Joanne and the whole Clarke family , my heart breaks along with yours. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy & Harry Bond
To the whole Clarke family, please accept our deepest condolences. We had loads of fun with Pat at the hockey arena and at the store. These are the memories that we will cherish.