Terry Clarke
July 24, 1965 to April 17, 2024
Obituary
In loving memory of Terry Clarke, who at the age of 58 passed peacefully in his home on April 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Terry was an easy-going and loving man who’s greatest joys in life came with spending time with friends and family that meant the world to him.
Predeceased by his father Donald Clarke and brother-in-law Bill Sansom and leaving to mourn his wife Michelle; son Matthew (Nicole); grandson Thomas; mother Gladys; four brothers Paul (Rhonda), Chris (Michelle), Gary (Eileen), and Glen; and two Sisters Nancy (Jim) and Sharon; special sister and brother in-law Lib and Peter and their children Stephen, Leah, and Krista; and special sister in-law Lori and her sons Liam and Sean; and many other nieces and nephews; also, special mother in-law Jean (Mel); special friends Karen and Wayne and their sons Taylor and Travis; and special friends Scotty, Gerard, and Ronnie.
Terry was a soft-hearted man who made everyone in his life feel loved each time they were together. He treasured time talking and telling stories with those he loved; cooking and barbequing; and powerlifting. Ever defying odds throughout his battle with cancer, Terry continuously showed strength and resilience and worried more about those around him then himself. He was and will continue to be an inspiration to those who loved him.
He leaves behind many beautiful memories and his spirit will live on in the hearts and minds of those who were lucky to have had him in their lives.
We would like to thank Dr Thava and Dr. Armstrong; Dr. Louise Rogers, April Adams, and all the staff at the Palliative Care Unit; and the community paramedic team for their care, kindness, and support.
Special acknowledgement to his brother Paul and sister in-law Rhonda who supported him and his wife during his final days.
The family will receive visitors at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Saturday April 27 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held from the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Sunday April 28 at 2 p.m.
In leu of flowers, donations in Terry’s memory may be made to the Children’s Wish Foundation.
Terry, thank you for the love and memories that we will cherish forever. We love you.
Schedule
Visitations
10 a.m. - 9 p.m. on April 27, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
2:00pm, Sunday April 28th
The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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Michelle, Matthew, Lib, Peter, Lori and all members of the Clarke family we were so sorry to hear of Terry passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Hold on to all the memories of the wonderful years you shared with him to help you thru. God Bless you all and may Terry rest peacefully.
Sympathy of Lynn & Frank Murray
So sorry to hear of Terry’s passing.. I knew Terry for a number of years and it was always nice to see him from time to time and have a chat. My condolences to his family and friends
Our hearts and prayers go out to you as you say farewell to your loved one.. May you be surrounded by the comfort and strength of the Holy Spirit as you walk through these difficult days. Love and prayers
To Gary & Eileen, and all the Clarke family.
We are so sorry to hear of your loved ones passing. Please know that your church family at the Salvation Army in Bonavista are covering you in prayer during this sad and difficult time in your lives. May the peace of God cover you all in the days to come.
David & Melanie Rideout
Majors
And The Salvation Army Bonavista Corps family
To Sharon and Family, So very sorry for the loss of your beautiful brother Terry. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Blanche Summers – Victoria, NL
So sorry for your loss., condolences to the family.💐
Our most sincere and deepest condolences sent across the miles from Ontario. Terry was a wonderful soul and I am so thankful to have met him through my cousin Scott. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve your amazing Husband, Dad and Grandpa
Gladys & Sharon,
So sorry to hear of the passing of a son and brother. May God comfort and give both of you and your family strength and comfort in this sad and difficult time. Praying for you all.
Michelle, Matthew and Clarke Family,. Michelle so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Hold fast to your beautiful memories.
Our sincere condolences to all Terry’s family and friends. Although we hadn’t seen Terry in years, we have fond memories of our time at the Fitness Hut and Gold’s Gum years ago, he was always so pleasant and kind. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Terry
Michelle, Jean, Lori, & Elizabeth, So sorry to hear of Terry’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Rest in peace Terry God Bless 🙏🏼❤️🌻
Condolences to the Clarkes and their families.
I met Terry at Gold’s Gym . He would come in with his brother Paul and friend Scotty. He always took the time to ask how were things going and to give any tips he could on lifting. He made everyone feel at ease and went out of his way to see to that. A true gentleman. Although I had not seen him in years ,everytime I go to the gym I can’t help but think of him and his crew. Rest in peace Terry.
So sorry to hear of Terry’s passing. I knew Terry for over 30 years, from the gym and the downtown days. Always a great guy and it was nice to occasionally run into him in the later years. I’m sure he was warmly welcomed on the other side by Rob, Vince and Junior. Some great friends reunited. Rest In Peace.
Regards,
Steve Hillyard
Sorry for your loss of a family member he is with God now
My heart goes out to his family and all his friends rip
Michelle, Lori and Lib, we are so sad to hear about Terry’s passing. He had such a warm and welcoming way about him. He was a special part of your family and I’m sure you will miss him dearly. With all our sympathy, Anna and Gerry Tapper
Glen heartfelt condolences on the passing of your brother.
Found memories ,Bishop’s College Jr senior soccer Golds gym Cornerstone always with a smile simply put a gentleman
Gladys and Family; So sorry to hear of your precious son’s passing. This is a very hard time for you all now but, i know that the Lord will give you strength to get through the days ahead. Whenever I saw you Gladys, you mentioned Terry and I know you suffered along with him during his illness. Let all your wonderful memories of him and all your family together help you. Fly High With The Angels Terry and God Bless your Family.
Terry always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. Rest in peace my friend. Condolences to all the Clarke family.
Michelle, Matthew and the Clarke family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on Terry’s passing. Back in our younger years, I worked at the Cornerstone and got to know Terry. You could never meet a nicer person, and never without that smile. He will certainly be missed but what a reunion awaiting Terry at Heaven’s gates. God Bless
Dear Michelle, Matthew and Clarke family.
Please accept my very deepest condolences and most heartfelt sympathy. My heart was broken seeing the news this week of Terry. I just didn’t want to believe it.
He wouldn’t want me to be fretting over him, it was not his way. However, Terry was not just like anyone, he made everyone feel better after being around him. He was a gentleman’s gentleman and always had the best smile of anyone. I am honoured to have known him and call him a friend. Please know that if I were home I would most certainly visit and pay my respects. Rest well in eternal peace my friend, rest well. Paul Thornhill, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent England.
Paul and Rhonda:
My deepest condolences on the loss of your brother.
May he rest in peace.
Big hugs,
Tara
Our condolences to the Clarke family. So sorry for your loss. Prayers with you all during this difficult time. RIP Terry
Matthew and family our deepest condolences at Terry’s passing.
Dear Michelle; I am so sorry to hear of Terry’s passing as you know he was one very special person and I can’t imagine what you’re going through but you and your son and family are in my prayers…Sending you my deepest condolences and a big warm hug . God bless you and help you during this difficult time. Pam Byrne
My sincere condolences to all the family. Terry was such a kind person and always a pure gentlemen who have touched the hearts of many. My thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time.
I looked forward to talking with Terry at GoodLife over the recent years. Terry was a true gentleman. My deepest condolences to his family.
Our sincere condolences to the Clarke family.
So sorry for your loss.
Especially To Eileen and Gary as well.
Madonna and Wayne Swyer
Please accept my deepest condolences
MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO MICHELLE AND HER FAMILY. TREASURE YOUR BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES.
So sorry to hear this sad news , my thoughts and prayers are with the family. RIP Terry
My condolences to Glen, Michelle and the whole family. I remember Terry as a happy, positive, REAL person … the kind that are the best to have and know in this short life. It was a pleasure playing softball with you buddy and watching you powerlift. Rest easy, in peace.
~Whitey
Michelle and family. My deepest and heartfelt condolences on your tremendous loss. May you cherish all your precious memories. I hope you find comfort in the support of your family and friends at this time.
To Terry’s wife and son and the Clarke Family- great picture of Terry and that smile. There were very few times that I saw Terry that he did not bring about a laugh.
I’m so sorry to hear that Terry has passed on. Met Terry back when we went to IJ. Boy was he a character that provided lots of situations of laughter. to the crowd. From playing soccer every dinner hour, to making me laugh in the classroom, by imitating the teachers we had, Terry was a pleasure to hang out with and call a friend back in the day. To this day, I will always go back to those days and have a laugh. Thanks for the memories Terry and till we meet again, RIP.
Bob Kirby
Paul and family ,I am so sorry to hear about Terry’s passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Gail Parsons
Many great memories of Terry from our time at Global Gym in St. John’s, from the softball field with my former colleague Peter Haring, and from my trips to Tim’s in the morning to chat with him and Michelle. He was a great guy and a devoted family man who fought his battles with an easy smile and unfailing grace. Rest easy old friend.
I’m so sorry for your loss Michelle and family.
I can’t express or tell you how sad and heart broken Ben and I are , We loved terry so much Ben and Terry we cousins and friends., I was introduced to Terry 44 years ago as Bens girlfriend , I liked him from the beginning , but when Ben and terry were together you never knew what they were going to do but I can assure you it was fun , Terry and Michelle made trips from St. John’s just to spend time with us. We loved that. The one thing I remember most was his kindness to us and our children . Only 2 years ago when we seen him and michelle , He couldn’t tell us enough how much he loved us and us tell them , such a beautiful soul , Michelle , Matt ,Nicole, Thomas , Aunt Gladys and Family may god bless you and hold you in the palm of his hand and may he bless you in this sorrowful time
If we could go through this lifetime and touch just one heart then we have accomplished something . Well Terry Touched many. We love you terry. , I know you will be watching over us. Ben and Kathy Clarke. & Family Redwater, Alberta .
I was heartbroken when I heard the news of Terry’s passing. To all of the Clarke family, please accept my sincerest condolences on your loss. He was a fine gentleman who held friendship in the highest regard and that was evident with all of friends he had. Terry, it gives me comfort to know that you will be with our Cornerstone friends in heaven…Junior, Vince, Rob and Mike. God bless.
My deepest condolences to Terry’s family and friends.
I am very thankful for having the pleasure of sharing some great memories with Terry and Paul.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Michelle so very sorry to hear of Terry’s passing sending loving hugs. May he rest in peace 🙏 ❤️
Our deepest sympathies to all of Terry’s family on the loss of such a wonderful man. We had the pleasure of knowing Terry and his family and will always remember his amazing spirit and personality. Thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time.
Vincent and Sheila Cramm and family
Condolences to Gladys and all of the family at this time .
Condolences to all of the family at this time.
Paul and family members…I am thinking of you at this sad time and sharing your loss.
Paul, I have wonderful memories of you and Terry at Gold’s Gym back in the 1980’s. Those memories are now treasures.
You and Terry have many friends who are now saddened.
Our paths will cross again.
Wayne Barry
My deepest sympathies to Michelle and the family and to all those who were close to Terry. May his memory bring you comfort in this time of sadness.
My condolences to all of Terry’s family and large circle of friends. You don’t meet people like Terry that often and I am honoured to have known him. Rest in peace by friend.
My deepest condolences to you Michelle and the entire family. I am truly humbled to have been in Terry’s circle of friend’s for a very long time.
Sadly missed , but never to be forgotten…
Bob Buffett
Rest in peace Terry.
The Clarke family is in my heart and prayers..
Very sorry to hear about Terry’s passing. He was truly a remarkable person, one whose warmth, kindness, and infectious smile brightened the lives of everyone around him.
As a friend and coworker, Terry left a mark on all of us. His energy, friendly demeanor, and captivating stories made every interaction with him a joyous occasion. Whether it was sharing a laugh or seeking his advice on a project, Terry’s presence always brought a sense of positivity and camaraderie.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the cherished memories you shared with Terry and in the love and support of family and friends.
Deepest condolences to Michelle Matthew and all of Terry’s family and friends. I iniitially met Terry through my late wife Elaine who was really good friends with the Foley family. We would all get together some time through Christmas to celebrate. I always found Terry to be a very kind and friendly person. Terry is in Gods’ hands now and may he rest in peace. Family members should lean on each other now to get everyone through this difficult time. Peace be with you all.