Carlton A. Clark Obituary

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Clark Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Carlton A. Clark US Army Sergeant. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

To the family and friends of Sgt. Carlton A. Clark:
Always remembering Carlton. "Some gave all."

To the family and friends of Sgt. Carlton A. Clark:
Please accept my remembrance of Carlton on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

To the family and friends of Sgt. Carlton A. Clark:
Remembering Carlton on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

http://www.ireport.com/docs/DOC-450758?ref=feeds%2Fcategory%2Fusworld

TO ALL THE GUYS

To the family of Sgt. Carlton A. Clark:
Carlton gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,450 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Carlton, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

It's been almost two years since the day I cried many tears. I look at your picture everyday, along with the picture of my grandfather, who I am sure is guiding you along the way.
Next week I will be partcipating in a charity run called "Never Forget" and will be wearing your picture proudly on my shirt in your memory.
Please keep an eye out on my grandfather 'cause I am sure he is over doing it as he did here on earth.
Always in my heart,
Love Rebekah Thomas
(grand-daughter of Marion Sweetser)

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Clark!

Thank you for the sacrifice of Sgt. Clark and the legacy he has left on us all. As a very similiar looking redhead headed into the army next year, I would like to say that Carlton serves as a personal hero although we have never met. The parents should be extremely proud and we are all thankful and very grateful for his life and service for our country.

I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON (KIA on 07/06/07) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Clark and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

To the ones left behind, I lost a dear friend that night. I strive to find the right words to say. All that comes to mind is PEACE BE WITH YOU. I miss you man see you at the breach.

I wished to submit this poem as evidence that Americans will NEVER forget the service or sacrifice of your beloved Soldier - Respectfully - Glen Nevogt

“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers

Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still

We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever

Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away

Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go

We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light

Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray

Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound

Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go

My heartfelt sympathy to the Clark family in the loss of Carlton. I did not know Carlton, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Carlton you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.

I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.

Love and Peace

Tom



To live in the hearts

of those you leave behind

is never to die"

~Robert Orr~

Military Parents,

I have visited this site many times and have attempted to find the right words to write. Now I have come to realize that there is no right or wrong thing to say. Carl, or as his classmates know him, "Ed" was a dear friend of mine and my family. He touched a place in our hearts as he did with many others. From the moment I met Carl until the time that I see him again, I will always love him and have a special place for him in my heart. Carl was an amazing friend and an outstanding athlete. He loved to be busy but he also enjoyed the time he had to kick back and relax with family and friends. When we all went our separate ways, Carl always found a way to stay in touch. While he was in Iraq he e-mailed, when he was home he called or just showed up on your door step. No matter what he was always there. He was really a "true friend". I would like to share a poem with you all that Carl wrote for me in high school.



"Friends leave lasting impressions

but true friends never leave.

They're there from the first day they meet,

and are by your side in the end.

They get you through hard times,

with you in the sad times.

No matter what,

they're there.

True friends will never part.

They battle as one,

and come out strong.

Here and there it's always done.

TRUE FRIENDS IN IT TILL THE END."



To the Clark Family, we are all here for you. And to the men and women who took Carl under their wings to guide and him and keep him safe...THANK YOU. You know who you are and it was a pleasure to share memories with you. God Bless.



I'll be missing you Carl...until the day I get to see you again. You are my hero and my guardian angel. Thank You.

Allen, Cathy, Amy and Jen,

I can't explain to you how much Carlton honestly ment to me ( well Jen you know!) I used to always tell him how much I loved him and he would say I know and smile at me. The last time I saw him he told me he loved me too and I will always remeber that day. He ment so much to so many people and why not he was absolutly perfect. There is not one bad thing you could say about Carlton. I thank god everyday that I had my time with him, cause my life wouldn't be the same without knowing that I can be in love with someone that deep. I will always be here for your family. I love all of you.

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. I did not know you're family very well but I feel your grief. Remember the memories.

To the family of Sgt.Clark, Our condolences go out to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. The Streeter Family

Ed, I can't explain to you how much we all miss having you around bro! When you first came to SoRo, us upper classmen took you under our wings b/c we knew there was something truly special about you; you were the nicest guy I've ever been friends with and a person who everyone should strive to be like!



I can think of two moments to describe who and what Carl represented as a person…My senior year, basketball practice and at the end of each practice Coach Thomas would have us line up at the end line and one person would come out to shoot 2 foul shots and if that individual made the free throws, practice would be over and we could head to the locker room; but if they missed a free throw, we would continue to run suicides. When Coach Thomas asked if someone wanted to volunteer to shoot, the first person w/o any hesitation to raise his hand and walk out in front of the team to determine whether everyone would continue to run or to end practice was Carl Clark…I remember some of my teammates (and probably myself included) rolling their eyes and thinking “Geez man, I don’t want to run anymore and here is Ed (who wasn’t the strongest free throw shooter) volunteering”. For Carl, it wasn’t about whether we would run more or not…he didn’t care that no one thought he would be able to make those shots b/c he thought he could, and it was all about him having absolutely no fear, wanting to step up to that foul line, be a leader and having the pressure on his shoulders to make those shots. I don’t remember if he made those shots or not that day b/c that’s not what mattered to me…he showed me something that day that you can’t see on the outer shell of a human being; a man’s courage and leadership! I knew from that day forward, I could count on him as a teammate and a friend to be there for us in any situation; whether it was on the court or off it!



The second moment describes Ed’s other side…gentle, down to earth, funny (the list never ends for this man); it was January 19, 2002. A bunch of friends gathered at Ed’s house to watch the Patriots/Raiders game (aka the “Snow Bowl”)…by this time, the game was getting pretty exciting and Ed had an entire bag of Oreo Cookies in his lap (and let me tell you, the man would not give those up for anything that night) and with everyone focused on the game and what was happening…out of nowhere Ed’s screams, “Holly Cow! When did the Patriots tie the game”?? LOL…the guy was so focused on eating those Oreo cookies, that he missed the famous Tom Brady “Tuck Rule” play and later Adam Vinatieri game tying field goal. We all looked at him in disbelief when he screamed and asked him “Where were you all this time”?? He simply said with that smile of his, “I was eating my Oreo’s”! That’s just the kind of man this guy was and will always be…Carl, I’ll never forget all the great times we had together…I look forward to seeing you in the next life my man, to continue those moments with you!



My heart and prayers go out to the entire Clark family!

Carl, it had been a long time since I last had spoken with you. I was always looking forward to when I could get home again and possibly our visits would coincide. Now that that chance is gone, I guess I have to say goodbye here. I miss hanging out with you and just spending time relaxing. You were an amazing person. Kind, compassionate, and funny are only some of the words that I could use to describe you. You were a very good friend, and the way that you touched my life will never leave me. May you rest peacefully and hopefully someday I will see you again.

Al, Kathy and family,

Please accept our Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your son/brother. Carl paid the ultimate price so that we as Americans can be free. We cannot imagine the pain you are feeling at this terrible time in your lives but know that our prayers are with you and your wonderful son. He will always be remembered as being a fine young man. Keep your precious memories in your heart and let them get you through the difficult times ahead. Our love to all.

To the parents of this outstanding young man--an individual giving his most precious gift in order to protect & keep this great country what it still is today,we wish you our deepest sympathy.We can't even imagine the grief you have to bear, but we see & hear the pride you feel for Carl.Jim & I are sure that your wonderful memories you've made over the years will bring you to peace & serenity. Love to you both during this sorrowful time in your life.

To the family of Carlton: My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Carlton was a brave man who stepped up to the plate when we needed him most. He was a great soldier and a good friend. We will miss him. Please allow God to help you during these difficult times.

Ed, we will never forget you. you were truly an amazing person. I have not yet nor will I ever meet anyone as kind & strong as you. The world is now worse off without Carl in our lives.

He is all the best parts of his parents. Kathy & Alan, son was someone who I cared about very much & the best friend a person could have. I as many others loved him very much & was lucky to have met all of you. I will never forget Ed. I promise to continue visiting you at, as Alan said the other night "Carl's Place" for as long as it stands & I am able. I am so sorry for your loss & although no words can help ease your sorrow i hope the love we all had for Carl can be a comfort in some way.





"In peace sons bury fathers, but war violates the order of nature, and fathers bury sons."

-Heroditus, greek historian

To the Family:

As a friend and Classmate of Carl's (or "Ed" as we all knew him) I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. This is a loss that will affect all who knew him greatly, but will affect his family the most. There are no words that can help to relieve the pain and sorrow you are forced to deal with, but instead I offer a moment of silence to remember our "Ed" at his best. Beautiful strawberry blonde hair with a smile bright enough to lighten the darkest of skies. Carl was the kindest and most compassionate person I have ever had the honor or knowing and will be greatly missed. Please know that Carl touched my life as well as many others and he will never be forgotten.

As a friend of Carlton, I am very saddened at this terrible loss. He was such a good friend to myself and my husband. So sweet and polite. He was such a joy to have around. He seemed to be everyone's best friend. We already miss him so much. I only hope he knew how many people thought so highly of him. May God give his family the strength to move forward. My husband is very proud to have served with Carlton.

To the Family:



It seems like just yesterday that Carl was going to Montpelier to get his driver's license when I joked in the parking lot with Carl and his Dad about his excitement over the event. I served the family as both guidance counselor and assistant principal and I can honestly say that I have never had (16 years) a more respectful and good natured student. He was a gentleman all of the time. He had bright eyes and a big smile. He was a person with a plan and you just knew it. His parents loved him deeply and it was obvious. His friends admired him and cheered loudly for him when he won an award, not because he was the typical popular high school boy, but because they truly liked him for who he was inside. The staff at the school appreciated his devotion to studies and to being a model citizen. Being sad is an understatement when we all lose a Carlton Clark. He will be remembered though and he would be happy to know how much we loved him. He was a great student, a great soldier, and a great man. I wish I could help with the pain that accompanies such an incredible loss. Thank you to a family that brought Carl to South Royalton, we are grateful to have known him.



Respectfully,



Joe Eno

Please accept our condolences for your loss. You will be in our prayers, that the Lord provide you comfort and peace. We are grateful for the work, and sacrifice, of your Soldier, Carlton, a true American hero. God Bless.

Kathy, Pandy & Family, My heart and prayers go out to you all. My deepest sympathies for the loss of your son, brother, nephew, cousin, grandson. Though I hadn't seen Carl since he was a youngster, I do remember what a happy young boy he was. You obviously raised him to be a kind, caring, responsible adult who chose to defend our country for what he believed in. Without brave young men such as himself, we would be living a different life. For that, I thank him and all the other men, women and families who sacrifice so much. God Bless.

To the Family of Sgt. Carlton A. Clark:

My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost a son 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday.

I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is those wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family.

Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)

[email protected]

(Millersville, PA )

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Clark family. Sgt. Clark will always be remembered as a hero.



A fellow military mom (Army and Marines)--

To the family of Carlton Clark; My words probably won't even matter at this time. Your heart is filled with pain and anguish. Your eyes filled with tears, and memories of him are playing over and over in your head. I am so so sorry for your loss. Carlton was a brave young man who was willing to protect our nation. He made the ultimate sacrifice so we could live better as americans. My heart aches and memories of my son are sometimes very painful. I won't say I understand how you feel, because I don't. My only child was killed in Iraq a few months ago and he was 21. The pain has been on going from April 26, 2006. Please allow God to comfort you during this difficult time. Please take comfort in knowing that you are not alone. As a grieving mom I love you and your family. Please take care.

Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.

First my thoughts and prayers go out to Sgt. Clark's (Clancy as my husband called him as a nickname between friends)family and friends. I can tell you that this was one of the best hearted people I have ever met. He just had a way to brighten up your day with just a smile. I can tell you this soldier, comrade and wonderful friend will always live in our hearts as he was loved so much by everyone who came into contact with him. Thank you Sgt Clark, for touching me, my friends and my family. Thank you to GOD and his mom and dad for bringing him into this world and allowing us to know him. He will truly be missed.

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.



A PROUD MARINE MOM

My deepest sympathy to the family of Sgt. Carlton A. Clark, with a multitude of Thanks to this Hero, for his Service to our Country and for our Freedom.

Rest Well, in God's Mighty Hands and know that you shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

May God's Loving Grace and Comfort be with the Clark family.

I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.



With each new day, may the Lord restore your soul and, through His love, give you the strength to go on.



Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee.

Psalm 55:22