J. Maurice Clark

CLARK, J. Maurice, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 5th, 2009 at Rotary Hospice House surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by Margaret, his loving wife of 54 years, daughter Debbie Doudiet (Lyn), son Alan Clark (Donna) and grandchildren Scott Doudiet, Douglas Clark (Katharine Bushman), Christopher Clark (Kayla Chadwick), Jessica Clark and one brother Frank Clark. He also leaves 2 nieces Karen and Cathy and nephew Carmen Robertson. He was predeceased by his parents Carrie and Dr. George Clark and his sister Georgina Robertson. Maurice was born in Holland, Manitoba August 11, 1929 moving with his family to Kamloops in 1946. He taught in Rossland and Victoria before moving to Prince George with his wife Margaret in 1956 to teach junior and senior high school retiring in 1984. He was one of the co-founders of the Prince George Mohawks Hockey Club in 1957 playing their first year on the outdoor rink where the Days Inn now stands. In addition Maurice played lacrosse in Kamloops and Victoria. His love of horses was a constant source of pleasure throughout his life as were the many dogs who were his companions. He was a CSIA certified instructor and enjoyed teaching many people to ski while running his ski school at Hart Highlands Ski Hill. Following cremation a memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 12th, 2009 at 1:00 pm at Assman's Funeral Chapel with Pastor Paul Berteig officiating. The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to Dr. Galt Wilson over the years and most recently Dr. Shea, the home care nurses and the nurses and staff of the Rotary Hospice House who were so kind to Maurice during his final days. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Rotary Hospice House, The Canadian Cancer Society, The Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of choice in memory of Maurice.