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Brian CLARKSON Obituary
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and friends at the Bendat Centre 8.12.2011.
Loving husband of Karen ,
Devoted father of Nikki and Haydn.
Beloved son of Brian (Snr) and Isabelle and fabulous brother of Stuart.
To the world you were but one, But to us you were the world.
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Sharon Loersch
December 15, 2011
With a swish of the tie and a genuine smile, he went about the extraordinary balancing act of leadership and friendship. I knew my son was in good hands, I am happy that he had the opportunity to know you.My deepest sympathy to all who knew the very special Mr Clarkson.
Heather Hankinson
December 15, 2011
Deepest Condolences to Karen, Nicola and Haydn on the passing of Brian. A true gentleman, friend and colleague. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. With much love Heather Hankinson and family
Fitzmaurice Malou
December 14, 2011
Thank you very much for being an excellent teacher to Lee (2008). You will be sadly missed by the Hale School and Community. Our heartfelt sympathy ,thoughts and prayers are with your family. Peter, Malou and Lee Fitzmaurice
Luke Owen
December 13, 2011
How does one sum up so many years of fond memories and good conversations. BC was an amazing teacher, HoB, coach, mentor and friend. It was a privilege and honour to be mentored and to have worked with such an amazing person. Your strength has been an inspiration to us all, and the lasting positive impact you had on so many young men will leave a wonderful, lasting legacy. My deepest sympathy to Karen, Nicola and Haydn.
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December 13, 2011
Dear Karen, Nicola and Hayden, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Brian was a thorough gentleman and a good-humoured colleague. He will be sadly missed at Hale. Sonja, Ayeesha and Mahendra Vaswani.
December 15, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Deepest sympathy to Mr Clarkson's family.
Thank you for being a great mentor and friend to the Indigenous Students of Hale School, past and present. With love and respect from the Students and Roni Forrest, Future Footprints AISWA.
December 14, 2011
Clarkson (Brian ): Sadness and sorrow at the passing of BC. Thank you for being a friend and mentor to our boys during their time at Hale.
Our love and thoughts go out to Brian's family.
Brad, Roxane, Jeremy, Declan, Clayton and Tessa Wood- Kendenup
December 14, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
A very special man who had a lasting impact on our lives through his friendship, dedication and compassion. A great friend to Jenny. Our love and thoughts are with Karen, Nikki and Haydn.
From Kate, Tim, Henry, Oliver and Lucy Johnston.
December 14, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Loved brother-in-law to Brad and Jo. Treasured uncle to Chloe and Dale. Words cannot describe our sadness. A true gentleman who will be forever missed. Our deepest love to Karen, Nikki and Haydn.
December 14, 2011
Clarkson (Brian ): Highly respected teacher, footy coach and boarding house supervisor during my years at Hale School. Thank you for your wisdom. Sympathy to Karen and Family.
David Wright and Family
December 13, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Dear Karen, Nicola and Haydn - our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Brian was courageous in his fight, but is now at peace and the cherished memories of your time together will be life long. Love to you all. Staff and Students, Redcliffe Primary School.
December 13, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Deepest sympathy to Karen and family. I will miss my car pool mate from '98 who became a lifelong friend.
"If you can fill the unforgiving minute, With 60 seconds' worth of distance run, Yours is the Earth and everything that's in it". Rest in Peace. Sean and Alyson L'Estrange.
December 13, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Deepest sympathy to Karen, Nicola, Hayden and all the Hale community on the sad loss of Brian, an excellent housemaster, coach and friend to all.
Wade, Sally, Zac, Jeremy, Elizabeth, Henry and Alex Roberts.
December 13, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Heartfelt sympathy to Karen, Nicola and Haydn and extended families. He only takes the best. Love the Graham and Barlow families.
December 13, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Brian was a coach to many, a mentor to most and a friend to all. It's with our deepest regrets that he has passed before his time and before his light could touch others. Our hopes and prayers are with his family.
2010 Hale 1st XVIII
December 13, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
To Karen and the Clarkson family. Our thoughts are with you. A top bloke and mate who will be so sadly missed. Cartz, Lew, Spud and families.
December 13, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
To our niece Karen, Nicola and Haydn, we offer our sympathy and gratitude for making Brian a part of our family. Laurel and Max.
December 13, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Our heartfelt sympathy to Karen, Nicola and Haydn on the sad passing of Brian. Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for you at this sad time. Love always, Wayne and Paula
December 13, 2011
Clarkson (Brian ): BC fought his battle with a genuine determination and quiet methodical approach that was his trade mark.
A life taken too early. Rest in peace Brian. Our sincere condolences to Karen, Nikki, Haydn, Stuart, Gay, Brian and Isabelle.
All our Love, Graham, Lisa, Tony and Percival Family
December 13, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Deepest sympathy to Karen, Nicola and Haydn. Fond memories of school footy tours, close shaves, an unerring sense of direction, pizza, pasta and salad. BC's love of his family was paramount, dedication to boarding absolute and courage and spirit inspirational. He is sorely missed.
Carolyn Furness.
December 13, 2011
Clarkson (Brian ): Fond memories of a wonderful friend. We have been truly blessed to be a part of your life.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you Karen, Nicola and Haydn.
Conrad, Tanya, Gabrielle and Esther
December 12, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
You were an inspiration to Hale Football and as a colleague. You will be sorely missed by many. God bless Karen and family.
Paul Peos and family.
December 12, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian): Brian, Mr Clarkson, BC, Coach, Sir. We are so sad to hear Brian lost the battle that he bravely fought to the end. We are very grateful for Brian's contribution to life as a "boarder" at Hale School - a great mentor, friend, so caring and thoughtful - just an all round "good bloke". To Karen, Nikki and Haydn thank you for sharing your husband and dad with us. We are thinking of you at this very sad time. The Hale School Boarders and their families.
December 12, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
My mentor. Brian you were a man of intuitive insight into life's situations, whose heart for others was deep and real. You will leave a huge void in my life at Hale but the memories will last forever. Our love and deepest sympathy to Karen, Nicola, Haydon and family. Robyn and Peter Munroe.
December 12, 2011
Clarkson (Brian ): Sympathy to Karen and family. Fond memories of MCC, the car pool and Bombard St. Chris and Christine Allanson.
December 12, 2011
Clarkson (Brian ): Clarko, so many happy and funny times. You will be dearly missed. Deepest sympathies to Karen, Nikki, Haydn, Brian Snr, Isabelle and Stuart.
Glenn Christiansen and Family
December 12, 2011
Clarkson (Brian ): It was a pleasure to work and socialise with such a good bloke. I will really miss you mate.
John W.
December 12, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Brian was a gift in our boys lives. He made them better people. Love to Karen, Nicola and Haydn and the Hale Boarding House.
Tim, Sally, Nicholas, Dougal, Frances Haslam.
December 12, 2011
Clarkson (Brian ): Deepest sympathy to Karen, Nikki and Haydn. Our brave and special friend, neighbour and constant companion. You insisted on good coffee, food and service. Witty, warm, wise and a scorching mimic. Part of each of our lives. Farewell Brian, you gave all you had to give. We will miss you. Cookie, Kate, Aaron and Lauren.
December 12, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Such a thoughtful and caring person, a true gentleman and a father to our sons. We have been privileged to be a part of Brian's life. Very special memories. All our love and thoughts are with Karen, Nikki and Haydn.
Phil, Ingrid, Ben, Em and Scott.
December 12, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
A wonderful friend and mentor to our boys.
Dear Brian, you're one of the reasons we felt good about our boys boarding at Hale and you have made a difference to the lives of so many boys. A remarkable and inspiring gentleman, who leaves a wonderful legacy. Your friendship and counsel will be missed. Our thoughts are with Karen, Nikki and Haydn. Walking into the senior boarding house at Hale will never be the same. Nardia, Jeff, Sam, Mitchell and Jarrod Turner.
December 12, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Our thoughts are with you Karen, Haydn, Nicola and family on the loss of a wonderful man.
Ayden and Anna.
December 12, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Aquinas College extends its deepest sympathy to the Clarkson family and Hale School on the passing of Brian. May he rest in peace. Mark Sawle and the Aquinas College Boarding Community.
December 10, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Our heartfelt sympathy to Karen, Nicola, Haydn, Mr and Mrs Clarkson and Stuart. A loyal and true friend, your life has touched and enriched ours. You were strong and brave right to the end. Thanks for all the great memories. Love Rob, Karen, Samantha and Dominic Romeo.
December 10, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Our sincere condolences to Karen, Nicola and Haydn.
Be it as footy coach, Geography teacher, Loton and Housemaster or Head of Boarding, "BC" touched the lives of all whom he met during his 12 years at Hale. He was a role model, mentor, colleague and friend to so many students, staff and parents. Brian will be sadly missed but fondly remembered.
Headmaster, staff and students at Hale School.
December 10, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Fond memories of a wonderful friend and a true gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with Karen, Nicola and Haydn. Nicole, Sean, Ella and Bridget Henderson.
December 10, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Deepest sympathy to Karen, Haydn, Nicola and family on the loss of a wonderful man.
Glenn, Stephanie and Fraser Murray.
December 10, 2011
CLARKSON Brian (B.C):
Our deepest sympathy to Karen, Nicola and Hayden and the family on your sad loss. We've loss a great friend and we'll miss him more than words can say. Love from Brent, Andrea, Josh and William.
December 10, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Brian, a remarkable man who was inspirational to us all. Our heartfelt sympathy to Karen, Nicola and Haydn. You are in our prayers.
The Principal and staff of St Mary's Anglican Girls' School.
CLARKSON (Brian):
Deepest sympathy to Karen, Nicola and Haydn as well as to the whole Hale School Boarding Community on the very sad loss of an amazing man. He will be remembered for his generous and gentle nature, his passion and enthusiasm for boarding and his great sense of humour. Our Baddabing coffee meetings planning the mid term bus runs will be remembered fondly.
A wonderful colleague and friend who will be missed enormously.
Tina Campbell, Head of Boarding, St Mary's Anglican Girls' School.
December 10, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
From the Hale School Common Room Association. Farewell to our brave and beloved colleague. Your energy, good humour and wise counsel will be greatly missed. With deepest sympathy to Karen, Haydn and Nicola.
December 10, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Close colleague, friend and mentor to David.
Our deepest sympathy to Karen, Haydn and Nicola. The Alderson family.
December 10, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
Whilst the Old Haleian community is deeply saddened by the loss of Brian, we recognise that his positive influence on so many young men will be his endearing legacy. Our thoughts are with Karen and the wider Clarkson family.
December 10, 2011
CLARKSON (Brian):
A special man who will be missed. Such a wonderful mentor to our boys and a friend to all. Our love and prayers to Karen, Nikki and Haydn.
Michael, Natalie, Jordan, Annie, Will and Ed Aitken.
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