Born in:
Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed away in:
Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed away on: 07/02/2010
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, grandfather and friend, Allen Clark. Allen died on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2010 at Harbourview Hospital, Sydney Mines, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Sydney Mines, and raised in Centreville, on Clark’s Point, he was one of 13 children born to the late Ernest and Mary (MacDonald) Clark. Allen was employed as a printer/pressman with the Cape Breton Post for over 40 years. He designed and built his family home, his 36ft. cabin cruiser Alberdeen, and numerous sailing and rowing boats. He obtained his marine captain’s ticket, was an avid sportsman including skeet shooting, salmon fishing, hunting and of course yachting. Allen was an active and life member of the Northern Yacht Club and a member of the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary Maritimes, touching mariners from around the world.
He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.
He is survived by his children Alana (Carl) Bryan, New Glasgow, Blair Allen Clark (Darlene Morrow), Bedford, he will be loved and missed by his grandchildren Deana Bryan MacDonald, New Glasgow and Ryan Allen Clark and Nolan David Clark, Bedford. He is also survived by great-grandchildren Tyler, Robyn and Kendyl MacDonald and his long time friend Gertrude Gouthro; his many nieces and nephews and his companion, Patch.
He was predeceased by his wife Erdine ‘Dean’ (O’Halloran) Clark; his brothers Bill, David, Frank, Ernie and Elmer ‘Mooney’ and his sisters Lillian, Olive, Martha, Mary, Eva, Edna and Gladys.
Visitation for Allen will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral service will be held Thursday, 1 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines with Rev. Thomas John officiating. Burial at St. Joseph Cemetery, Sydney Mines at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to Parkinson’s Society of Nova Scotia.
Online condolences may be sent info@wjdooley.com.
"Blair & Alana-- Allen was a prince among men. He personified the word gentle in gentleman. I have many fond memories of boating with Al. He was always there to lend a helping hand, no matter what the task. Allen will be deeply missed by everyone with whom he came in contact.
My deepest sympathy to the Clark Family, Gertie & Patches.
Wayne Kelly"
"Dear Alana and Blair:
Just wanted to express my deepest sympathy for the passing of your father. I have fond memories of visiting your parents with dad and I remember how kind your parents always were to me. I know you will miss your dad immensely. I am sorry I cannot be there for the funeral but please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and may you find comfort in knowing your dad is at peace."
"Dear Blair & Alana,
Like many, we have wonderful memories of times spent with your family. Your parents were great friends to us and numerous others. We can all learn from Allen's generous spirit and the enthusuasm with which he embraced life.
Our deepest condolences to you and your families.
Mary & Jack MacD.
Prince Albert, Sk
"
"It is with great sadness that I make contact with you today as I have good memories of you Father and extend my deepest sympathy.
This being the Last of my mother’s siblings brings an additional sadness, 13 sibling that were a very close and there for each other thru good and bad, a true Family. Please in you times of sorrow, remember they had good lives and will be remembered with Love and fondness.
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"Allen was a great help when we first got into sailing at the Northern Yacht Club many years ago as a young family. He was the first to lend a hand, and at times we diodn't even know we needed a hand but Allen was there.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bert and Maurina Lewis
Port Hawkesbury"
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