James M. "Jimmy" Clarke obituary, 1953-2018, Sarsota, FL

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James M. "Jimmy" Clarke

1953 - 2018

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Mark Focacci

September 2, 2021

Just found out that Jimmy passed away. Knew him from the Boy Scouts,then we played football together in high school. He joins an ever growing group of friends from those years who have died. My condolences to his family.

Joe Cuffaro

July 28, 2021

The first hole at Misty Creek is not the same!!

Susan olesen, curcio and hoey

April 24, 2021

I went to baldwin
high school with jimmy. Went a nice guy and handsome guy. Great football player too. I just found out Jimmy passed in 2018. My condolences to the clarke family and his wife too. I hope he was not in great pain

Marta B.

January 20, 2020

I have missed Jimmy Clarke on stage. As an Asolo season-ticket holder, I became a fan thanks to Jimmy Clarke. No other theater would do because it did not have him. It's been over 20 years now, and he is still synonymous with that place to me. I was on stage with him once as an extra in Inherit the Wind and got to meet him backstage. I saw him in The Crucible, The Count of Monte Cristo, Twelve Angry Men, and so many more. I knew something was wrong when he stopped appearing. I am sorry for the fight he had to endure, but I am sure he did so with the courage and life force he had brought to the stage. R.I.P.

July 29, 2019

when jimmy came to brookside school he was like a breath...no a blast...of fresh air. he was always getting the most out of life. he did his homework at the breakfast table while eating his corn flakes which made us almost late for school. he dressed in his boy scout uniform while watching the soupy sales show which made us almost late for the friday evening meetings. he let me ride his bicycle once and i got a flat tire and he didn't even blink. he was the epitome of strength and charisma. he wanted to be an actor and he achieved his ambition. he was simply the best!

Joseph Cuffaro

July 28, 2019

I will miss Jim in our foursome boy did he love to smack that little white ball!!

Lou Mirras

July 28, 2019

Blessings and Go Bruins!!!

February 8, 2019

Just heard the bad news. One of my favorite friends and buddies from Baldwin. We had so many good times. Rest In Peace my friend. God Bless. Tommy Quinn.

Joe Cuffaro

September 26, 2018

Jim was a man's man. Loved his smile and laughter always made me feel special. God Bless you Jim

Sarella Wray

September 11, 2018

Jimmy and Patti were neighbors of mine in Beverley Hills during the 90s.
A beautiful couple inside and out, you wanted to be around them.
So generous of heart and fun to be around.
When I got married in 2002 they gave us their home in Australia for our honeymoon.
It was a paradise overlooking the ocean and coral reefs, amazing colourful birds that would visit timely each day.....
He loved Australia and lived life to the fullest.
It's been a long battle
Now you are free to fly ....

Lou Mirras

August 7, 2018

Blessings

Such a handsome man!

Michelle Piana

August 6, 2018

So handsome!

Michelle Piana

August 6, 2018

Patti & Jimmy

Michelle Piana

August 6, 2018

Patti & Jimmy - a love story

Michelle Piana

August 6, 2018

Patti & Jimmy

Michelle Piana

August 6, 2018

GEORGE BONELLI

August 4, 2018

BEEN MANY YEARS SINCE I'VE SEEN OR TALKED WITH JIMMY, I WILL TREASURE THE MEMORIES FROM BACK IN BALDWIN. PRAYERS FOR ALL THE CLARKE FAMILY

Philip Smillie

August 4, 2018

Jimmy graduated from Baldwin High School in NY , 1972 Football Star ,Most Popular guy on campus , Loved by everyone, Funniest guy in school, smart as can be with a great wit . He will be missed Rest In Peace Jimmy Love Ya Phil Smillie

Donna Atkin

August 3, 2018

No other man had a more memorable smile. My prayers to you and your family.

Barbie Treend

August 3, 2018

So, this page has asked me what will I miss most about Jimmy. He was a bold direct talker and did not suffer fools gladly. But he also had a compassionate sympathetic side. Jimmy was a very global thinker. We had intelligent insightful discussions about the state of our country and the world. Jimmy fought a brave and courageous fight against cancer. For me he is the epitome of a fighting Irish man. Jimmy had a witty dry and some times wicked sense of humor. I never left his company with out a good laugh, I will miss that most.

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