Rodney Stanley Clarke, in his 60th year, passed peacefully away in the presence of his loving family on Tuesday, July 4, 2017. He is predeceased by his sisters Roxanne and Carolyn and brother Billy. Left with fond and loving memories are his wife Christine, daughters Tiffany (Justin), Katie, step-daughters Julia (Kevin), Heather (Michael), Becky (Mike); parents Harry and Thelma; sister Joanne (Randy), sister-in-law Sherry, his two special grand babies - Lucy and Claire, and a large circle of extended family and friends. A special thank you to Dr. Elizabeth Callahan, Carmel Collins and Dawn Clarke for their kindness, compassion and support during this most difficult time. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road, St. John's. Visitation will take place on Friday July 7 from 10 am - 12 pm, 2 pm - 4 pm and 7 pm - 9 pm Funeral will take place at 2:00 pm on Saturday, July 8, 2017 from Cochrane Street United Church with burial at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. "When you think of courage think always of the fireman." Till we meet again. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made to The Learn not to Burn Program.