Charles ‘Ainley’ Clyke
1928-2018
Well
Known Sunnyville Businessmann Ainley Clyke passes
away
CLYKE, Charles
« Ainley » – Age 90, Sunnyville,
Guysborough Co., went home to join his loving wife, Mary.
God’s devoted and faithful servant was received into his
graceful embrace on Thursday, August 2, 2018, in the presence of his
loving family. He was the last survivor of his immediate family. Born
in Sunnyville, was a son of the late Archie and Annie (Pelley) Clyke.
Ainley is survived by his adopted sister, Evelyn; sons, James
« Boo » (Sue), Charles, Archie (Diane) and Ivan; daughters,
Theresa (Jimmy), Brenda; adopted daughter, Patsy (Mike); numerous
nieces and nephews, extended families; many grandchildren and
great-grandchildren; special grandson, Jason and special friend,
Emily.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Mary;
son, Ronnie; brothers, James, Les, Gordon « Duck » and Cecil
who died in infancy.
He was a self-taught, successful businessman and founder and
operator of C.A. Clyke Trucking and Forestry Ltd. With little
education and a great desire to work, he was successful in running the
company, which at one time employed more the 50 employees until his
retirement.
He cherished his company and was a man of tremendous
integrity, whereas his word or handshake was as good as a signed
contract. He would do anything for anyone and was committed to doing
the right thing. Ainley was a strong, yet gentle man with a deep,
abiding faith and left such a positive influence on all he met. The
humble and religious faith he displayed throughout his life has been
an inspiration to us all. He would tell you the reason behind his
success is « always give a tenth of your earnings back to the
Lord, and he will provide for you ». This is a value he embedded
in his children and grandchildren.
He will be remembered for his kind soul, great sense of
humour, his willingness to help anyone, a loyal Toronto Maple Leafs
fan and his fascination with anything that had an engine, especially
Ford trucks.
The family would like to thank the staff of both Sea Side
Manor in Canso and the Milford Haven Home for Special Care,
Guysborough for their exceptional care of our dad.
Visitation will be from 1 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday in the family
residence, 2096 Tompkinsville Road, Sunnyville and from 12 to 2 p.m.
on Wednesday in Grace Baptist Church, Sunnyville and from where
funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. with Rev. Brian Banks
officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery,
Guysborough.
Family flowers only please. Memorial donations may be made to
Grace Baptist Church or to a charity of one’s choice.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dennis Haverstock
Funeral Home, Guysborough. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the
family at www.haverstocks.com
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Charles ‘Ainley’ Clyke 19282018.source
Décès pour la Ville: Guysborough, Province: Nova Scotia
