We are saddened to announce the passing of Francis “Bud
Clarke. He passed away peacefully at the Charlotte County Hospital on
Friday, November 5th, 2021 at the age of 91.
Francis “Bud Clarke, born in St. Andrews, NB on October
27th, 1930, was the son of the late Bill and
Doris (Garnett) Clarke. He was proceeded by his love of his life
Marion (Stinson) Clarke.
Bud’s career was in the Canadian Air Forces from
1952 to 1977. His career in the Canadian Air Force gave him the
opportunity to travel and play hockey around the world. During his
time in the Air Force, he had the honour of meeting Queen Elizabeth.
After retiring from the Air Force, he moved home to St, Andrews
changed sports from hockey to golf and worked at the New Brunswick
Community College for a few years retiring from there in
1988.
Bud was often referred to as “the man about town”.
He was very proud of his town St. Andrews and Ministers Island where
he grew up. He loved to talk to tourists and locals about those days
and what it was like growing up there. You could find him in his later
years driving around town checking everything out and stopping and
chatting to anyone who wanted to chat. He always greeted people with a
warm smile and kind words.
He is survived by his Irish twin Brother Jim Clarke of
Scarborough, Ontario, his sister Elizabeth McInerney (Harry) of Saint
John, NB, and younger brother Henry Clarke (Shirley) of St. Andrews,
NB. Also, his special friend “adopted daughter” Kimberley
Garron of St. Andrews, and several nieces, nephews, and
cousins
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Andrew’s
Roman Catholic Church, King Street, St. Andrews, NB. on Friday,
November 12th at 1:00 pm.
Please be advised, that due to mandatory
regulations imposed by the New Brunswick government, everyone 12 years
of age and older, must show proof of vaccination or medical exemption
certificate and government issued ID to attend the funeral service.
Face masks must be worn at all times while in the
church.
Interment to follow at the St. Andrews Rural
Cemetery.
Donations can be made in his memory to the Royal Canadian
Legion, St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, or a charity of one’s
choice. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.mehanfuneralhome.ca.
His family would like to thank Dr. Peer, Dr. Leveque-Taylor,
and staff of the first floor of the Charlotte County Hospital for the
compassionate care he was provided during his last days. Also, a
special thank you to Home Support Service and their staff especially
Candie Young for the care they provided so he could stay in his home
these last few years. A special thank you to Kim Lankish for assisting
with his care and being a special friend to Bud.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Francis Bud G Clarke 1930 2021..
Death notice for the town of: St-Stephen, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick