William Edward Clarke Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of William Edward Clarke (Ottawa, Ontario), who passed away on April 3, 2024 at the age of 66. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his father James; and his brother Robert. He is survived by: his wife Jane; his son Zack; his mother Theda; and his brother David (Elizabeth).

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the March of Dimes Canada or the Canadian Cancer Society.

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April 15, 2024

Andrew Stirling wrote a sympathy message

“As a new bowler at the Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club I only knew Bill for two years. He was a very fine and friendly man and a great volunteer, We at the bowling club will miss him greatly. Andrew Stirling One of his bowling friends and member of the GLBC board”

April 13, 2024

Pierre Laplante wrote a sympathy message

“Hi David, I would like to express my deepest & sincere sympathy to the Clarke family.. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”

April 13, 2024

Pierre Laplante wrote a sympathy message

“Hi David, I would like to express my deepest & sincere sympathy to the Clarke family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”

April 12, 2024

Robert Near wrote a sympathy message

“Experienced many interesting situations while working with Bill at CB. Once the dust had settled and everyone was safe there was often time for a good laugh.Bill always treated the students with respect and dignity. Very sad Bill did not get to enjoy a long and well deserved retirement.”

April 11, 2024

Tania Rolland wrote a sympathy message

“I was saddened to hear of Bill's passing my sincere condolences, he was one of the good guys! I had the pleasure of working with Bill in the ASD program at AY Jackson Secondary School. He was very welcoming and a great colleague to work with. He genuinely enjoyed what he did and loved working with his students and taking them out into the community. He will be missed!”

April 11, 2024

James Galbraith wrote a sympathy message

“We are very saddened to learn of Bill's passing:( He was a compassionate man, who cared so much for his family. I got to know Bill from working at CB and also played baseball with him for many years. Bill was a strong EA and always put the students first. Bill had a sense of humour and had me laughing many times. Karen took over from Bill at A. Y. Jackson after he retired and gave Karen his office chair, which she still uses Knowing Bill has given me many great memories. Jim and Karen Galbraith”

April 11, 2024

Kurt Herman wrote a sympathy message

“Happy times with one of our students. We really enjoyed getting the students out of the classroom and into the community.”

April 11, 2024

Kurt Herman wrote a sympathy message

“I am so saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He and I had such a great time working together at A.Y. Jackson Secondary school. We opened a new ASD program in the Fall of 2015 and were always busy doing activities and outings with the students.”