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for CLYDE CLARK
J.soch
July 22, 2024
The years have flown by Monsieur Clark, not a day goes by that I don't think of the best teacher I've ever had!! Miss you!
Liz N
May 23, 2024
On Fridays he always would wear converses. I still have a pair. So when I remember to, I can wear them on Fridays as well
Lissa Gold
May 18, 2024
Thirteen years have passed by so very quickly, and Clyde's memory and devotion to education have remained with us during these years. He is sorely missed.
LISSA GOLD
May 18, 2023
Clyde and his enthusiasm for the teaching of French will be forever etched on my mind. I thank him for all the students who left his classroom enthralled and dedicated to the language and who spread that love of France to this day.
Lissa Gold
May 19, 2021
On this anniversary of Clyde's passing I still remember and smile at his French dress code!! His Eiffel Tower socks or a tie with the French flag or a tee showing his dedication to and love for the French people and their culture. I know that there are many, many students who weren't able to experience a class taught by Monsieur Clark, and that's a sad thing, since his enthusiasm and love for the language were contagious.
Jacqueline Clark
December 28, 2011
Ich liebe dich Onkel Clyde. Bitte gib mir Kraft.
aisha
September 2, 2011
My lungs felt as though air had just been sucked out of them and my heart dropped below my stomach. when i got the news that Mr.Clark had passed, my mind stop functioning. There's this sudden sadness that hit me, and it can't seem to lift. He was my teacher in 2010, and i just can't bear the thought that he no longer stands on the same ground we do. Breathing is hard now, knowing someone who once stood a mere inch from me and gone. if nothing else, death is punishment, torture to the soul. -Aisha
C Collier
August 25, 2011
I am sad to hear this news. I am a former student of Mr. Clark from 1995-1999. He was such a wonderful teacher. He made French class the best ever! I have some great memories of him. He will dearly be missed.
ERIC MASON
August 14, 2011
I AM A FORMER STUDENT OF MR. CLARK. HE TAUGHT ME AND OTHERS THE YEAR 2010-2011. WHEN I FIRST MET MR. CLARK..I KNEW I WOULD LIKE HIM... I REALIZED HOW HARDWORKING AND DEDICATING HE WAS...EVEN WHILE HE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER. BEFORE HE PASSED I WISH I COULD HAVE TOLD HIM HOW MUCH I APPRECIATED THE TIME AND EFFORT HE PUT INTO US..TO LEARN FRENCH 1 AND 2. R.I.P. MR. CLARK, BONSIEUR!!!
Daniel Partenie
June 7, 2011
I had Mr Clark for two years in French class and he was an amazing teacher. I can't belive he passed away so soon. He will always be remebered.
Michèle et Jean GAIME
June 7, 2011
Clyde, Quelle tristesse de te savoir parti. Nous avons su apprécier tes immenses qualités lors de tes nombreux voyages en France. Quel plaisir nous avions à visiter ensemble des chateaux, des musées, des jardins, à partager de bon repas, et à discuter de mille choses. Tu nous manques beaucoup. Nos plus sincères condoléances à toute la Famille Clark.
Bob Faulkner
June 6, 2011
I knew Clyde and his family for many years. I spent quite a bit of time at the Clarks' home when I was in school. Even from a fairly early age Clyde knew that he wanted to learn French and he spoke of living abroad. It doesn't surprise me in the least to hear both friends and former students speak of his passion for the language and what a special person he was. I was very saddened to learn of his passing from his brother Barnett. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Clark family in this difficult time.
Greyson Ward
June 2, 2011
I was lucky to have met and known such a wonderful person. Mr. Clark was a great teacher and a good friend who will be missed. His family and friends are in my prayers.
Mike Kent
June 1, 2011
Monsieur Clark was one of the most memorable teachers at Wolfson and was just brilliant. He would talk to anyone in the hallways and on game days blare on his little radio the song "Hungry Like the Wolf"! Thanks Monsieur Clark!
May 28, 2011
I'm so sad, and was so happy to meet Clyde in Jacksonville , where he so kindly invited me for more than 10 days . Pierre-Louis Reymond Nantes France
Ann Snow
May 28, 2011
Dear family, Beryl, Barnett, and Wade,
I love you all, as I did Clyde and am sorry I could not make the visitation to renew old friendships as well as pay my respects to a wonderful, charismatic, and witty fellow. Love, Ann Snow
Lissa Gold
May 27, 2011
I first met Clyde many years ago as we were trying to find the venue for a meeting at UNF. He was a French teacher, he told me, I Latin and French. We talked and I was deeply impressed by his enthusiasm and seeming dedication to the language and country of France. As the years have passed, we have come into contact with one another many times--at department chair meetings, foreign language meetings, and through French friends in Nantes. I am now a French teacher, dedicated as well to the language and culture. But my dedication dims in comparison to that of Clyde, who breathed French. He loved the people and their country and passed that love on to so many others. Clyde's enthusiasm and recent courage outshone those of any other person whom I know. His flair and panache will be missed by us all. There will never be anyone else like Monsieur Clark.
May 27, 2011
I was always amazed by Clyde's brilliance and his desire to continue and inspire learning. His contributions to this world will be carried forth in the thoughts and actions of his students and friends. We have lost a good man and an outstanding teacher.
Beth Shadden
May 26, 2011
Monsieur Clark was kind. witty, and elegant. He was a true inspiration to those of us who loved the French language and culture and a good friend in all other subjects. I will never forget him and am so sorry he is lost to us.
--Liz Frank
Jean-Jacques Horrent
May 26, 2011
We would like to visit Clyde in june when we 'll go to Raleigh to see our daughter, and we are so sad that isn't possible
Thank you Clyde for having a lot of marvellous stays with you and for your kindness;
Thank you for our travels in Jax and we get on well with your friends Sharon, Reggie, Rose and April ,
kindness of which you made us appreciate
It was always a great pleasure to pass time with you in Jax or here in France, lover of this country like you.
You will stay a great friend for us
Bye Clyde and all our family think to you.
You 'll miss us
Nicole and Jean-Jacques Horrent, and children, France
Justin Kennington
May 25, 2011
Monsieur Clark, you've been the greatest teacher and role model. I've learned so much more than books could teach anyone from you. You've taught me to be a better me. You've helped guide me through high school and the start of college and I'll always be thankful for the greatest 2 years of my life having you as a teacher. I'll always keep you in my memories and prove to you that you made a difference at least in helping me.
Kristina Landers
May 25, 2011
I cherish all of the memories I have with Mr. Clark. He was not only a great friend but a remarkable teacher. I have so much respect for him and am so fortunate to have been able to have friendship with him. His personality was one of a kind as it was never a dull moment. I'm grateful to have learned from his wisdom and will miss him deeply.
Kerry Belkin
May 25, 2011
Mr. Clark,
You have done so much for me and I wouldn't be where I am today without you! I'll miss you!
Sara Strickland
May 25, 2011
Monsieur Clark, I cannot believe that you're gone-my heart is heavy with this huge loss. You were a wonderful teacher and role model, and I will always be grateful to you for infusing a love of french into my life. Rest in peace, and know that you will live on in the hearts and minds of the students you dedicated your life to.
Andrew Kirkendall
May 25, 2011
M. Clark
You were the best teacher I have ever known. You showed me many wonderful things and became my friend. You will be missed.
Céline Germanicus
May 25, 2011
My dear Clyde, nothing can express how sad I'm to learn this sad new. For me,you was a really good frind, a confident, a great dancer, and I will never forget how you welcome us as if we were your kids. Where ever you go now, stay as you were.
I alreday miss you, much more than i could ever imagine.
Brandon Quaintance
May 25, 2011
Mr. Clark, Rest In Peace; May God's peace continue to comfort the hearts of each one of your sorrowing family members and cherished friends!
Mademoiselle Underwood
May 25, 2011
You are so special, gone but never forgotten. M. Clark thank you for your wisdom and guidance. Tu donne a moi plu que tu sais. Merci Monsieur pour tout <3
Terri Booth
May 25, 2011
I will hold the fond memories I have of Clyde deep in my heart. I cherish those memories of our adventures as the UMYF Aardvarks at North Shore UMC.
Jesse Peel
May 25, 2011
It was an honor having Mr.Clark as my french 1 and french 2 teacher and he was a wonderful club sponsor for the french club. He was an amazing teacher and a wonderful person. May he forever live on in our memories.
May 25, 2011
To Clyde's friends, who are many, and family---we will all miss him. He was a teacher par excellence and a faithful friend. So sorry to hear this news. Peggy Nielsen
Brandy & Amber Clark
May 25, 2011
Once family always family. May you rest in peace Uncle Clyde.
Mademoiselle Mary Laurel Underwood
May 25, 2011
Monsieur Clark will always be a part of my heart. When I was 15 I chose to study French under M. Clark at Wolfson. I quickly learned that the strict yet quirky M. Clark would open my eyes and heart to many new things. I learned so much about French and fell in love with the language, the land and the people we did exchange programs with. M. Clark was that one teacher to me that did what no other would do, and changed my life forever. I was fortunate enough to study 4 years of French with M. Clark, and travel to France twice which were life changing experiences. He will forever be in my dearest of memories and part of my heart forever, for he is part of the woman I am today. My deepest and sincere thoughts and prayers to M. Clark's friends and family, he will be greatly missed and cherished. He was one in a million. Au revoir Monsieur -avec beaucoup de l'amour
michele courtiau
May 25, 2011
très cher Clyde,
since Jean Jacques and I started the exchange between Wolfson and Lycée Camus in 1996,we have shared many happy times either in France or in Florida but painful times too as you had become a close friend
I really expected to see you back in Nantes and I feel so sad
tu resteras dans mon coeur
Michèle Courtiau
May 25, 2011
Mr. Clark was a great teacher I enojoyed the two french classes he taught me.... Truly a great inspiration! RIP Mr. Clark
Carlene Burden
May 24, 2011
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Sherry Sikes Holloway
May 24, 2011
I have known Clyde my whole life. All of my family went to church with his family,at North Shore UMC. I haven't seen him in a long time but I remember good times with the youth group. His sister Beryle was our youth leader.So, our families go back a long way.All our prayers to your family.Johnny,Marian and Sherry Sikes
Laurie Taylor Harford
May 24, 2011
Mr. Clark was more than a teacher. He was a friend and inspiration. I had the privilege of being his student and traveling to France with him three times. He taught me how to be inspired by the world around me and by cultures different than our own. He was the best teacher I have ever had and I will miss him. I really feel I would not be the person I am today without knowing and learning from Mr. Clark. You will be missed. C/O 2000.
Barbara Lockyer
May 24, 2011
I am sorry to hear of Mr Clark's passing. He was such an inspiration and wonderful teacher for my daughter and many more! It is a great loss to the educational system and even more to those closest to him.
He made a big difference in my daughter's life at school and everywhere else. He bravely transported many young folks to France and returned them all safely, after a wonderful life-altering experience. He was my daughter's favorite teacher, he taught her so much more than French~~he gave her a broadened outlook on life.
His life has been a great success! He made learning fun and not all teachers know how to do that!
In gratitude for his contribution to my daughter!
Kelsey Campbell
May 24, 2011
M. Clark,
You truly inspire me! I was so blessed to have had you as my French teacher! So witty and sweet, you always kept us laughing in class. Your passion for life and the French language was so genuine and refreshing. You really are the best teacher I've ever had!
I'm going to miss seeing your smiling face at Wolfson but I know that you will always be in our hearts and we will never forget you!
I want you to know that because of you, I have a love for the French Language and I want to continue to study it in college and I know that one day, I will travel to France.
Thank you for all that you did, you've been such an amazing teacher and friend. I will never, ever forget you!
I'll see you again!
Love,
Kelsey
Elizabeth Nelson
May 24, 2011
M. Clark,
Was undoubtly the best teacher i've ever had.
He taught me so much more than French, and I can confidently say that I would not be where I am today, had he not instilled the dedication and percervierance in me through the three years I was blessed to have called him my teacher.
Samantha Looney (Ellison)
May 24, 2011
Mr. Clark was such an amazing teacher! He was so much more than a teacher, he was a leader and role model. I had him for 3 years and those were the best 3 years! He was so funny and always made me laugh. I enjoyed spending time with him in French club and everyday through the halls. I miss truly miss him.
fabrice gaime
May 24, 2011
i met clyde 19 years ago for my first trip in the us, and i can say during 19 years we were friends. we have travelled many times throughout the US all together during what were my best vacations. he was always so motivated to learn new things, teach you so many things and to spend time to have a simple discussion in front of a good meal. my english is not enough fluent to write all i have to say about clyde, so just one thing to conclude, i will miss him so much....merci clyde pour tout le temps que m'a consacre
11/17/2007
April Edwards
May 24, 2011
Goddaddy,
From the first day that we met you took me in as your biological daughter. There wasn’t anything that we couldn’t talk about and nothing you wouldn’t do to help me. You have been there from my middle school step shows, my first day of high school, every award ceremony, my proms, graduation, wedding, baby showers, and kids’ birthday parties. You watched me grow from a young girl playful and kind to a beautiful woman coming to you for adult advice. You are the best teacher, Godfather, friend, and Neighbor that I am honored to have. Even though you are gone your legacy will always live through me
Mina Rahmanovic
May 24, 2011
Mr. Clark,
I'm sorry you had to leave us so soon. You were a wonderful teacher and person. Thank you for always encouraging everyone to try their best. Even though you claimed to only teach French, you actually taught me more than any other teacher because your joy and passion for the world encompassed many subjects. May you rest in peace. We will all miss you.
Sarah Mannion
May 24, 2011
Mr. Clark - I never had you as a teacher but you always brightened my day just by saying bon jour! You will be missed by many.
Lynnette Edenfield Darby
May 24, 2011
I only knew Clyde throughout our school years (North Shore, Kirby Smith, and Andrew Jackson), but I can say that he was always a dedicated friend and a fine human being. I wish that we could have re-connected to continue our friendship in our later adult years. May he rest in peace. My condolences to the family.
May 24, 2011
Barnett - I just want you and your family to know y'all are in our thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry. Mary (Morrow) Newman (Ruskin, FL)
Richard Beckwith
May 24, 2011
Mr. Clark,
You have been my French teacher for the past 3 and 1/2 years. And they were the best years of my life. You were such an inspiration and will always be. It will never be the same since you are gone, but I know that our lord has a special place for you in heaven because you were such a special person. We will miss you and you will forever be in our hearts. Thank you!
kathy garland
May 24, 2011
Mr. Clark was a role model of professionalism. I hope that he is now at peace.
Patsy Butterbrodt
May 24, 2011
Clyde was a friend from the first day he walked into the halls of Wolfson. I have many fond memories of his humor, his professionalism, and his love of teaching and the students. We have lost a friend, an excellent teacher, and a beautiful man.
Jackie LaFrance
May 24, 2011
You are in a better place. You will be missed. From Rose's sister.
emma melibayeva
May 24, 2011
Mr. Clark
You were always a wonderful teacher and I used to love coming to your French classes and you will dearly be missed by many for being such a wonderful human being.
zillah porter
May 24, 2011
Mr Clark u really taught me alot about life!! u will b missed but ur angel duty has called spread ur wings n fly!! U r so faraway but yet still near and dear to my heart!
Juli Minion
May 24, 2011
I met Clyde through Rose and Reggie. He was a wonderful cosmopolitan free spirit, and his family, friends and students have my deepest sympathy for his loss.
Al Reynolds
May 24, 2011
I have lost a friend in which I have known for many years, you will be missed.
Jeannie Herndon Lepley
May 24, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Clyde's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Reggie and Rose Payne
May 24, 2011
My dearest Clyde,
You will be missed more than words can express. Our deepest sympathy to the whole Clark family.
with love, Reggie and Rose Payne
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