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Samuel Clark Obituary
9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral service 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 28, 2011, in the March Funeral Home Chapel. Minister Jasper Kittrell officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Hope Armstrong Erb
September 29, 2011
Sam Clark was a good friend during my years at St. Christopher's. My condolences to the family.
Turner Blake
September 28, 2011
Thanks for everything, Sam. You could make anyone's day better. You will be missed. A true St. Christopher's gentleman.
John McNeer '89
September 28, 2011
Sam was a gentleman in every sense of the word. I remember his ready smile and the kind words he always had for students at St. Christopher's. When I think of my time at St. C, Samuel was as much a part of the institution as any of the faculty. He embodied the best of St. Christopher's.
Erik Imajo
September 28, 2011
Sam was the first to take me under his wing when I arrived at STC in September of 1977. I quickly recognized the significance of the role he played in the lives of many. He was undeniably the best dressed person on campus. But, more importantly, he set a shining example for a bunch of boys who wanted to grow up to be gentlemen. We never saw him angry or impatient, and he always had a word of encouragement for anyone who stopped to talk to him. I remember him keeping me out of my first (and only) fight, as I walked to the bus stop on Grove Avenue. I didn't know who the other boy was, or why he had decided he wanted to fight me. Fortunately, Sam showed up, and made us think about what we were doing. Sam influenced generations of students, and he is truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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Elliott Warren
September 28, 2011
Sam Clark was, in short, a true St. Christopher's man in every sense. He was the kind of man that Dr. Chamberlayne would have wanted all of us to be. Few things brought me more comfort and solace during my years in the Upper School than Sam's word of the day and I never saw him without getting a smile and a kind word. There are several men, in my opinion, that really shaped my St. Christopher's experience and Sam is the first to come to mind. He will be missed by the entire community.
Durk Steed
September 28, 2011
Sam was a warm and gentle follower of Jesus who walked in deep humility, in a consistent manner that humbled all. Like Esther of the Bible, Sam knew that God had prepared him for a special time and place. The place was St. Christopher’s school and the time was 1977 to 2011. Sam’s impact on the students and teachers at St. Christopher’s is immeasurable. We will always be grateful that God shared him with us.
We miss you deeply.
Hill Brown
September 28, 2011
Mr. Clark, I will miss you, my friend. Thanks for all the good things you brought to St. Christopher's. You brightened the days of so many.
LtCol Erik Peterson
September 28, 2011
Mr. Clark was a great man, and I remember him very fondly from my days at St. Christopher's (1979-1985). He was a superb amateur photographer as well, and influenced my interest in photography. He was a genuine friend and will be very sorely missed.
Sincere condolences,
Taylor Jenkins
September 27, 2011
Sam will be greatly missed in the StC community. I always enjoyed the passing chat with Sam in my years there. He is one of the folks that makes StC what it is. My blessings are with his family. Thank you Sam.
Stephen Wood
September 27, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you, and I am so sorry for your loss. Until I met Sam, I didn't think people like him could actually exist. His words of wisdom were a constant presence at St. Chris, a source of comfort and courage for anyone and everyone who needed them. Just as amazing as the lessons he shared was the incredible example he set for each of us by his positive attitude. You could always count on Sam to greet you warmly and brighten your day. He will be greatly missed by the entire community.
Scott Lane
September 27, 2011
I'll never forget Sam's daily words of wisdom. He will be missed.
Rosa Jiggetts
September 27, 2011
September 27, 2011
To: The Family
Rev. Clark has alway been a good friend of our family. The little extra things he did will always be remembered. He was a unique person in the LORD, that was his own person. He brought us much joy.
Revelation 21:4
And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
Elder Rosa Jiggetts and Family
Daisy Johnson
September 27, 2011
To the family of Samuel Clark:
When my family moved to Virginia from North Carolina in 1957. We were next door neighbors for several years. I grew up with Samuel and his two brothers. We had some great times. He was a nice person. I am sorry for your loss. May God bless you all. Rest in peace Samuel.
Briggs Cocke
September 27, 2011
My prayers go out to all of you. In my years at St.Christopher's, a day did not go by that i did not look for Sam. He could always be counted upon to impart some wisdom; most often, it was prompted by his words for the day. Sam will be missed.
-Briggs Cocke
Lucy Berndt
September 27, 2011
I have few words at a time like this. Sam was one of my favorite people at STC. He would always listen to me no matter how silly what I had to say was. He was a friend to all who knew him. To his family, I feel like I know you because Sam was always talking about you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will really miss him.
Roslyn Thomas
September 26, 2011
To Evelyn my prayers are with you at this time your memories will keep you connected with him
TYRONE ANDERSON
September 26, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Mr. & Mrs. Robert S. Melvin Jr
September 25, 2011
To the Family of Samuel Clark
With thoughts of Sympathy
Please remember and know that many caring thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow.
Malcolm X. Hines
The Rev. Melissa Hollerith
September 24, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Sam was a gift to our school and a dear friend to me. I will miss him. He brought joy to so many.
Anitra Julien
September 24, 2011
My prayers go out to you Mrs. Clark an everyone who in Mr.Clark last days took very good care of him please keep in touch..Toots
ANITRA JULIEN
September 24, 2011
SO SORRY MRS. CLARK MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AN EVERYONE WHO TOOK VERY GOOD CARE OF HIM IN HIS TIME OF NEED, PLEASE KEEP IN TOUCH 804 651-6632 TOOTS & FAMILY RIP PAPA SAM & LIL SAM.
Yvette Byrd
September 24, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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