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Edwin J. Clarke

1933 - 2016

Edwin J. Clarke obituary, 1933-2016, Columbus, OH

BORN

1933

DIED

2016

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Edwin Clarke Obituary

Clarke Edwin J. Clarke, 83, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 8, 2016. He was born in Columbus, OH on July 28, 1933 to the late John and Catherine (Bighouse) Clarke. Ed was a proud alumni of Aquinas High School where he played football and basketball. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Ed went on to work in real estate and mortgage lending for many years. After retirement Ed spent his time tinkering around the house and watching his beloved Buckeyes. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Diana (Zahnow); children, Debi (Steve) Staab, Cathy (Rick) Biancone, and Eddie (Michele) Clarke; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Ed was preceded in death by his siblings Mary Margaret Tippett, Ursula Riat, Florence Gutches, and John Clarke. The family will receive friends 5-8 p.m. Monday, December 12, 2016 at the SCHOEDINGER NORTH CHAPEL, 5554 Karl Rd. Columbus, OH 43229. A Mass of Christian burial will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. December 13, 2016 at 10 a.m. St. Matthias Catholic Church, 1582 Ferris Rd. Columbus. Father Raymond LaRussa Celebrant. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the American Heart Association, 5455 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43214 in his memory. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to leave fond memories of Ed for the family.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Dec. 9 to Dec. 12, 2016.

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Eileen Martin

December 13, 2016

It has been many years since I moved from Frisbee Drive, but I do fondly remember those years when we were neighbors. I cannot take away your sadness but I can pray that God will give you strength and courage to cope with your grief. Eileen Martin

kelley

December 12, 2016

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FRIENDS AND FAMILY SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BE OF COMFORT TO YOUR FAMILY.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

Ed Nunemaker

December 12, 2016

Clarke Family, sorry to hear of the passing of Ed. We have known each other for many years as fellow Realtors when we both worked for HER. I always valued his friendship and his sense of humor.

JANICE SAGGIO

December 11, 2016

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories of to forever hold in your hearts. Love you.
Janice and Bob Saggio

Dan Garrick

December 11, 2016

To The Clarke, Biancone, and Staab families

On behalf of the Saint Francis DeSales High School family please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss. Mr. Clarke epitomized the essence of a patriarch...he was a loving father who was committed to his faith and family.

May God bless his family with loving and lasting memories and may the angels lead him to paradise.

Peace and God's Blessings,
Dan Garrick
Principal

Saint Francis DeSales High School

December 11, 2016

Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at Hosea 13:14. L Ohio

Bill and Nancy Demidovich

December 10, 2016

Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

December 10, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. You are an amazing family that he loved and that love lives on in all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. May God give you courage, strength and peace. God Bless Lorie and Bill Steller

American Heart Association

December 10, 2016

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family today and always.

Betsy , Steve, Katy, and Aaron Spittell

December 9, 2016

I enjoyed seeing Mr Clarke at Mass every day. He loved St Matthias and his family. I will miss seeing him throughout the week and out and about in his yard when I drove past. Prayers to all of you ❤

Jon & Becky Conde

December 9, 2016

Ed has been a wonderful neighbor and we will miss him. Our deepest condolences to his family.

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5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services by Schoedinger-North

5554 Karl Road, Columbus, OH 43229

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5554 Karl Road, Columbus, OH 43229

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