With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Richard Sharp Clarke Sr. of Tampa, Florida, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Richard Sharp left this world on December 17, 2024 at the age of 97, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his fathers, James D. Clarke and Caro Clarke; his great-great-grandparents, Tampa and Captain James McKay; and his brother James D. Clarke Jr..

He is survived by: his wife Adele Clarke; his children, Richard S. Clarke Jr. (Becky), Ralphael Clarke (Charles O'Kelley) and McLaurine Clarke (Hans-Deiter Stach); his grandsons, Richard S Clarke III (Katherine) and Dr. Bryan Clarke (Kimberly); his great grandchildren, Hudson Clarke and Isabella Clarke; and his niece Mary Karen Clarke.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, December 29th 2024 at 2:00 PM at the First Presbyterian Church of Tampa (3302 W Horatio St, Tampa, FL 33609).

Memorials may be given to YMKG Community Fund, PO Box 1514, Tampa FL, 33601 (you can also VENMO to YMKG Community Fund) or the charity of your choice.