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Bryan Clarke Obituary
Born September 26, 1952 in Northampton, Mass, he was a 1970 graduate of Amherst Regional High School and held an Associates Degree from Holyoke Community College. He was retired from Northampton State Hospital where he was employed as a security officer.
He spent many years as a carpenter as well. He is survived by his mother, R. Irene Clarke of Framingham, Mass, his sister, Mimi Clarke Secor of Onset, Mass, his sons James Foster of Leeds, Jake Clarke of Northampton, Bryan Clarke Jr. of Williamsburg, and Cody Clarke of Florence; his dog Happy and coon cat Sophie. Calling hours will be held at Ahearn Funeral Home, 783 Bridge Rd., Northampton, MA on Sat, July 14th from 12 to 3 PM. A memorial celebration of his life will be held around his birthday in September (details to be announced).
Bryan loved the outdoors, fishing, winter sports, hummingbirds, chocolate Labrador dogs, his log cabin and his family and friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bryan Clarke
Diane Lamontagne
July 18, 2018
Thanks for being a friend Bryan. I'll miss our talks and seeing you around, Rest In Peace and I'll see you on the other side.
Kathy Duteau
July 15, 2018
To Bryan's Family, So sorry to hear of Bryan's passing. The loss of a loved one can be so hard to cope with, but you will always have the memories and good times you shared. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Annie
July 14, 2018
May you continue to be comforted by thoughts of happier times and precious memories. Death is never easy and it brings great sorrow. May "God surround and comfort" you at this very difficult time. Psalms 71:21
July 12, 2018
To Bryan's family...sorry for your loss with our heartfelt sympathy
Tom and Barbara Rudzik
July 12, 2018
Bryan Jr, Eric and I are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you- Robbin Holt
Donna Baldwin
July 12, 2018
We will see you on the other side. Thanks for the many years of your friendship. Donna ,Corky and Mark Baldwin.
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