I was saddened  to learn of the passing of Deacon Clark. To his beloved family that shared him with so many of us in the church, and elsewhere, goes my thanks and you have my upmost sympathy for the loss to all is greatest for you. To the rest of us I share my regular level condolences, which for the record, are similar to "upmost" but downgraded by a level and a half, or maybe 2 in some cases. My sympathy extends to all who had the good fortune to meet, interact with, learn from and and teach to or be friended by Deacon Clarke,  but also for  those who never had the honor of meeting the Deacon.  Those people who don't even know who he was and what all he did and meant to those in his community, his work, his family, and society for and to those who came and went, to those  who sometimes stayed in his life sphere for longer and those he was surrounded by his entire life.  For those who didn't have the honor of knowing what has been lost, my sympathies. He was liked, respected, admired by and an inspiration to people he met. As our pastor, he had a good and at times quite effective sense of humor, along with being humble. Then through those people he met he became a good example and inspiration for others he never met . For the final time thank you Deacon Clarke..  From a past member of his congregation, who is not always successful at it but who "attempts to" live up to the Deacon's teachings within the church, and also the example Donald set by him just being him in general.  Sincerely,  Lisa Chapman (nee; MacDonald)

Decan Clarke was a very close friend of my mom Marilyn Gray

So sorry to hear of Decan Clark’s passing he visit my mom a lot Marilyn Gray he always had a special place in our hearts 

I am so very sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. It is impossible to adequately articulate the blessing and cherished gift that Doug and Marian were in my life during difficult years. I extend my heartfelt condolences to Marian and all of Doug’s family. Doug,  will never ever be forgotten, and I thank you with all my heart for being such a caring friend, mentor and blessing in my life. 

Sincere condolences to the entire Clarke family for your loss.

My heartfelt condolences to the Clarke family.

Jennifer: So sorry to hear of your father's passing. You often spoke of him with great affection. Take care.
Dwight

Deepest condolences for the loss of your dear Father, who touched and improved the lives of so many. His children, my friends, are a great part of the beautiful legacy he left. - Eddie Hansen

Doug:
I am so sorry I missed your dad's wake and funeral.  I'm afraid I read the obituary too late.  I was so sorry to hear of your father's passing.  I met him many times and enjoyed each conversation I had with him.
I do hope that you, Anne, and your family are doing well. God Bless.
Love and prayers.
Tish


Marion and family,

Janet and I were saddened to hear of Doug's death. We met him for the first time in 1976 when I entered the Diaconate formation program.  He was very helpful before and after my ordaination.  We also worked well together in the early years organizing and implementing the first Deacon's Council.  He was a good man and contributed very much to the lives of people in the Archdiocese and others.

Love,

David and Janet Shortt

Deacon Doug was a part of the pastoral team at Sacred Heart Parish 40 years ago and made a huge impact on the faith journey of many including us.  He was a Spirit filled leader of the charismatic prayer meetings.   Doug was a wonderful example of faith, joy, and hope in our Lord, Jesus.  He was also a great listener.  We are blessed to have had Doug in our lives.  He will be missed.  Condolences to Marian and his family 
Love and prayers,
Ann and Wayne 

Marion and family, 

Our deepest condolences to you all.  Doug was truly an incredible person, and we are certain your loss is felt deeply and widely throughout the community of friends that you welcomed into your home and lives. Mike and I were privileged to have been part of that community, first meeting you Marion, with Doug,  in 1975 in Halifax when I lived with Herb and Gert DeLong.  How the years have flown, and although we have not been in touch in these past years, we have thought back on the times shared together.   Doug and Anne, Kathie and Alastair, and David, we shared more time with, and I even had the joy of having David's son in my nursing class at UNB. Patricia, Don, Jennifer, and spouses, you were younger when we knew your family.   We pray and trust that you will be a great source of comfort for each other in the days ahead. Our deepest sympathies. 

Anne (Mudge) & Mike Redmond 


Deacon Doug was instrumental in bringing the charismatic movement to our parish, Sacred Heart in Timberlea. He helped to lead the prayer meetings we held in the early 80s. I will always be grateful to him for helping me to know Jesus in a more personal way.
Doug was a wise, loving, emergetic man with a great sense of humour. His passion for Christ and His church was evident in all he said and did. He will be missed in our diocese.
My condolences to Marian and his loving family.

Nancy J




Mr Clarke was our neighbour, his son Doug was a friend of my brother and often in our family home on Dublin St, and he performed my marriage ceremony in 1980 (still married, Mr Clarke!).
My condolences to his family. A great man. 
Patricia Tanner

So very sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. My heartfelt love and prayers to you Marian and all of the family . Donnie will be glad to see him ( he passed at Easter 2020) Claire Richard and family , former parishioners at St Francis Of Assisi . Xoxo 🙏🏻🙏🏻

Doug, Anne and family, my sincere condolences at the passing of your father, Douglas. I'm sure he will be missed by many and by you most of all. Please take comfort in the memories of the joyful times you spent together.

My sincere condolences to your family, have grown up with him and your family as part of Saint Francis of asisi,  I have great memories of him. May God be with you all . May he rest in peace.  
Dawn (Beamish)Dunphy 

Dear Clarke family,

You were certainly  blessed with a dear,  loving  and caring Dad! 
 Fond memories of Doug….keeping watch over his and everyone else’s  kids growing up together in the neighbourhood!
Over the years, he would always ask about all my family, whenever we saw each other in Sobeys! 
Our love and prayers are with you all.
God Bless, 🙏
Joanie ( Selig) Langley


To Dave  and family,
So sorry for your loss. It is never easy to lose a loved one. May you be comforted by  the love you feel from those who care. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.  Love and hugs 
Elaine (Jobe) and Grant Campbell 

Dear Marion and family, 
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your beautiful husband and father. Doug exemplified the love and mercy of our God as he walked each day with those brought into his midst in need. His deep spiritual connection with our God allowed him to share his many gifts with others and we were the lucky beneficiaries of some of these. His ability to be present to others with warmth, gentleness and kindness will never be forgotten. We know our God  has to be pleased with the work he did through Doug  on this earth. Chick and Shannon Chisholm

Kathie and Doug, I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing and hope you find comfort in happy memories. Deepest sympathy

I am  grateful to have known Deacon Doug during our years at St James, and found him to be a kind and wonderful  man. My deepest sympathy  and prayers to Marian and all the family.

To  Marian & Family our sincere condolences. Doug led and supported by example. He inspired so many who credit him for their growth on their own faith journey including us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless 
Edna & Ernie Kemball

Dear Marian and family,
I am so sorry to hear the news of Doug’s death.
At the same time,I’m sure the good Lord will welcome him home
With the words,” Well done, my faithful servant”
I am so grateful for all the years Doug pastored us in the 
prayer group and then community.
He was a spiritual giant in my life!
I am so sorry not  to  be at the funeral, as we are flying to 
meet Joseph in Ireland.(med school)
You will all be in my prayers, that God proves abundant comfort to you in this difficult moment and time  great loss.
 Love Mary Jane (Mill) MacNeil



Dear Don, David, Doug, Jennifer, Tricia, and Kathie,
 
We haven’t stopped thinking about all of you. May your Dad rest in heavenly peace. Our hearts are saddened for you, and we send our condolences.  I remember your father as a very kind, brilliant, altruistic, warm-hearted gentleman. He dedicated his life to service and faith providing hope and comfort to many. He was a person who listened with quiet patience and with grace. He made everyone feel important. It was evident how much he loved you and how proud he was of each of you. He was a caring family man, who raised a caring family, and his legacy lives on. I have offered up a special prayer for your sweet Mother as she has lost her loving husband, and best friend. What a beautiful family they built together. I pray that all of you will continue to feel your father's love comforting you. 

I have wonderful memories of your Dad . He gave me my childhood nickname (the family may remember) and it still makes me smile today.  It was an honor to have Deacon Clarke, marry my husband and I, and then to celebrate the baptism of our son. He was a good friend to my parents, so he always felt like home to me. When I last saw your Dad, I introduced him to my very-tall son and mentioned his baptism. Your Dad looked at my son from head to toe, and with a smile and a twinkle in his eye, he said, “I guess I must have watered him pretty good!” We all laughed. I loved his quick-wit and charm. He brought great light to our world. “There are some who bring a light so bright to those around that even after they have gone, the light remains.” Within each of your hearts, he will live on and shine, loved and remembered always. 

 I believe his arrival in heaven will have been announced by trumpets and joyful singing by the angels, and a wonderful reunion with loved ones who passed before him. Sending prayers for healing, peace, and love for your entire family.  

With our sympathy, Vicky (Hemsworth) Craig and Family


Please except our condolences on the passing of Deacon Doug Clarke. Thank you for sharing your father with all of us. He did so much for our family. Barb  Greer-Dulong  ,and family. Timberlea  

Dear Marian and family please accept our sincere condolences with the passing of Doug may God bless you all, you are in our thoughts and prayers.  Love Ann and Aubrey Shepard, Hammonds Plains .

Dear Dave, our deepest condolences on the loss of your father. It is never easy to say good-bye to those we love. May you  find comfort and peace in the memories of your dad, and may they sustain you during this difficult time. 

My deepest condolences to the entire Clarke family.  I remember Reverend Clarke was a kind caring person. He always made me feel welcome whenever I visited your home. He always had kind words with a bit of wisdom attached to them. I'll always remember some of the conversations we all had at the dinner table. I want to thank him for making me feel like part of the family when I visited.

My prayers and deepest sympathy to Marian and to the  family. 
Grateful to have known this fine man for many, many years.
  Barbara Hoar

Deacon Doug was such an extraordinary man who I had the privilege of knowing.  He, Marian and family became a second family to me 

Dear Kathie and family , my sincere condolences for the loss of your father, may he rest in peace. 
Heather and Terry Cox

My heartfelt condolences to Marian,Doug Sr.’s Brother,sisters,Children,grand children and great grand children.What a prince of a man Doug was,each time I was with him he exuded such love and warmth!He was a great example to us all!
Rest in Peace!!!

Jennifer and Family:
So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of all of you during this time.
Dave and Mabel

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12 janvier 1934 – 8 décembre 2022

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