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Peter Clarke Obituary
AGE: 65 • Neptune, formerly of Manasquan & Wall
Peter J. Clarke Sr., 65, of Shark River Hills, died peacefully at his home on Friday, April 12, 2013 surrounded by family and friends. Born in Glen Ridge, NJ, he grew up in Manasquan and lived in Wall Twp for 32 years before moving to Shark River Hills 3 years ago. Peter was a graduate of Manasquan High School and Bethel College, Tennessee.
Peter was co-owner of Clarke's Gulf Station & Garage in Manasquan for over 30 years before retiring in 2007. He was a member of the Manasquan Junior Chamber of Commerce, Manasquan Elks Lodge, one of the founding members of the Squan Athletic Club, Cubmaster of Cub Scout Pack 104 in Wall Twp, a member of the Wall Twp Board of Education and one of the original members of the Wall Twp Community Alliance. He coached North Wall Little League and was a member of the Peddie Golf Club. He will be remembered for his kindness, sense of humor, and good nature. Peter was a devoted father, loving husband and grandfather, as well as a friend to all that had the good fortune of knowing him.
Mr. Clarke was pre-deceased by his parents, James A. Clarke & Jeanne Delatush Clarke Hemphill; step-father Geoffrey Hemphill & his brother, John David Clarke Sr. Peter is survived by his dear wife of 41 years, Beverly (nee Shipp); his beloved son and daughter-in-law, Peter J. Clarke II & Cortney, treasured grandsons Jack H. & Henry J, all of Wall Twp.; niece Tiffany J. Clarke & nephew John D. Clarke both of PA; also cousins George Delatush Jr. & his wife Nancy, Paul Delatush & his wife Mary Ann; his cherished pet and constant companion Hampton; as well as all of his treasured friends.
Family & friends will be gathering on Saturday, April 20, 2013 from 11am to 12:30pm at the Neary-Quinn Funeral Home, 39 South Street, Manasquan, NJ. A Memorial Service will begin at 12:30 pm at the funeral home. Cremation was private.
In lieu of flowers, donations to VNA Hospice Program, 1100 Wayside Rd., Tinton Falls, NJ 07712.
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Memories and Condolences
for Peter Clarke
February 25, 2014
Dear Loreta and family,
This morning I had a Mass celebrated for the repose of the soul of Peter and for the consolation of the family. In life he was devoted to going to Sunday Mass. Peter is now at peace with God in heaven. May you find comfort in the many happy memories you have of Peter. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sister Marguerite McCaffrey
Peter Powers
April 24, 2013
To the Family of Peter J. Clarke. You in our thoughts and prayers. The VNA Health Group Family, offers its deepest sympathy. Peter Powers, MSW Bereavement Coordinator.
David Hulse
April 23, 2013
I was very sorry to read the obituary for Peter. Through the years when I visited Manasquan I would stop by Clark's Gulf and have a laugh with Pete. Remembering that he was my licensed driver when I got my driving permit in 1967. My wife and I will be praying for your family and that he would comfort you in your losss. God Bless You, Dave and Susan Hulse, Woodstock, Ga.
Scott Doyle
April 19, 2013
My friend Peter... Thankyou for your smile, the twinkle in your eyes and the laughs and the friendship over the last 30 years. I will see you on the other side at Clarks Gulf, Main Street, Heaven. Rest in Peace My Dear Friend.... Scotty
Rich Militano
April 18, 2013
The New Jersey State Police has lost a true friend and great supporter. I have lost the friendship of your brother John and now you! You are both unforgetable to me. How lucky I was to have had you both in my life. Open a Gulf Station in heaven, I'll bring the donuts.
Rich Militano, N.J.S.P. Ret.
Now we can see it
Diane Clifford
April 17, 2013
Bill Ames
April 16, 2013
I had the pleasure of having many laughs with Pete. I am a better person for having known both Pete and John...my prayers are with Bev and the Clarke family.
Ross Dorrer
April 15, 2013
Pete was a dear friend I will always remember.Rest in peace
Together--bigger
April 15, 2013
Pat Nucciarone
April 15, 2013
You did well, Peter. And you always had a smile to share. May those thoughts and all the other cherished memories bring peace to your family. John awaits you with his smile--I'll miss you both. My sincerest condolences to your loved ones. I first met Peter in third grade and I last saw him while commiserating over the service station and the NJDEP.
Bill Collins
April 15, 2013
RIP Pete. My sincere condolences to the family. Pete and I go way back to the 3rd grade and were graduates of Manasquan High, Class of 1965. The world has lost a great guy and heaven has gained one.
Chris Fox
April 15, 2013
Pete and Mrs. Clarke, deepest sympathy. Your dad was the heart of our cub scout crew and was always an awesome guy to have around. I often reflected that Mr. Clarke would have been a heck of a guy to know as an adult, and I'm happy to think that Pete got to spend some years with him as such. The more I hear about the things we kids didn't see during our times both in the scouts and just as friends, the more I respect the man and the more I laugh at the memories. Best wishes to the entire family.
Patricia Haverstick
April 15, 2013
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. May he rest in the arms of Angels.
With Love,
Patty, Mike and Mike
April 15, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband. May you find comfort in the companionship of your children, grandchildren, other family members, and good friends.
Johanna and Fred Weiner
Phil. 4:6,7
April 15, 2013
May Jehovah the God of peace and comfort be there to comfort your family in these difficult times.
Together
Diane Clifford
April 15, 2013
April 15, 2013
The end of an era, we will never forget John and now Peter, both good men
and friends to everyone. I visited Peter along with Don Robson last Monday, to say goodby, I will miss him very much.
He is now in God's House, Beverly, you are the most wonderful wife and caregiver a man could ever have. Love. Don Davis
Diane Clifford
April 15, 2013
Love and the deepest of sympathy streams toward New Jersey from your family in Northern Virginia. Scott and I remember our last togetherness in South Hill under those glorious stars. It may have been long ago--and certainly far away--but the picture is sharply focused and radiates with family happiness. Pete was one exceptionally fine man. The world will miss him dearly.
April 15, 2013
DEAR BEV, PETER WILL SOON BE WITH JOHN & WILL HAVE TO KEEP HIM IN LINE. THE LORD NEEDED SOME HELP UP THERE.
NANCY & I SEND OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS TO YOU & YOUR FAMILY. PETER WON'T SUFFER ANY MORE & YOU ALL WHO LOVE HIM CAN BE HAPPY FOR HIM IN THAT REGARD.
PETER WAS A GREAT FRIEND & WE ALL LOVED & ENJOYED HIM . oUR JET CLUB TRIPS ALWAYS WERE A GREAT TIME. MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.
REGRETS WITH MANY FOND MEMORIES, NANCY & JERRY CARROLL.LADY LAKE FL.
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