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Beth Stacy
July 21, 2025
Twenty years have passed since losing Dane, my brother, yet the experience has become a catalyst for growth. I distinctly recall the moment I was informed of your passing, and my mind was filled with wonder at the impact you had on my life. Simple actions, like opening a car door, became testaments to your enduring legacy. My heart, though fractured, has discovered new depths of love. Your absence has left an ache in our family gatherings and everyday life, but it has also awakened me to the beauty of the time we shared. I yearn to hear your voice and see your smile, and I am comforted by the knowledge that you are always with me. I love and miss you dearly. Rest in peace, knowing you will always be my guardian angel.
Rayfield Clark
July 20, 2025
Twenty years seem like yesterday. I always think of you everyday wishing you were still here. I do not know if or how we would have changed our father-son relationship and I would think we would both be sitting on a shoreline casting a fishing line and catching the big one. There is so much to say but all I would want is to give you a hug and say I love you son.
Rayfield Clark
July 20, 2024
Missing you son. Dane my thoughts everyday include you. You would be going on 46 and I wonder what ours lives would be like today if you were still with us. I pray that your soul is joyful and you reside in the fathers house. And as always "Hey".
Rayfield Clark
July 20, 2023
Many times I think of you. All the memories that are wrapped up in my thoughts, some very pleasant, some not so much. But even the ones not so pleasant reminds me of how much I love you. The total experiences we shared is a testament of how much we loved each other. Dane, Son, I sure do miss you. And one last thing I would like too say, "Hey".
Rayfield Clark
July 20, 2022
Often I wonder about many things and it always come to why? On this day you left us and I miss you, your strong son/father hugs, conversations, and listening to your dreams. All that's left are the memories we shared together. Memories forever etched in my heart.
Rayfield Clark
July 21, 2021
Missing you. As always you are with me. Miss the talks we had. Love you, Dad.
Elizabeth Stacy
July 20, 2020
Dane,
I think of you everyday and miss you so much!! You were the best Big brother a sister could ask for!! I am forever grateful for the time we had together. I miss you and love you so very much!! Love Liz
Rayfield Clark
July 20, 2020
Today, 15 years ago you left us. Such a loss. A hole in our hearts. If you were still here we would not know what you would be. Your children are adults or very close. In my heart I know they have many questions, that will never be answered by you. We all remember the times we had together, smile, laugh, and cry, still wanting that hug. My love always. Dad
Rayfield Clark
July 20, 2019
Miss you. What can one say. Not a day has gone by that I think of you and all the memories of you flood my mind. You will always be in my heart and dreams. Love, DD.
Rayfield Clark
November 8, 2017
Today, November 8 1977, 40 years ago, you were born. I am thankful that you were a part of our life and I remember you today. Your birth, seeing you grow, mature, and become an adult will always be part of all of us. Your children miss you as I know your Mom, Sister, Brother and I do. Someday, maybe we will all be again together in Spirit, but for now, you are in our thoughts and the love of my hearts.
Rayfield Clark
July 7, 2017
Dane,
In a few days, July 21st, it will have been 12 years since I saw you and spoke to you. I remember you that morning I left to go to work. I had made a fresh pot of coffee and was watching the morning news and had just turned off the TV and you came out of the bedroom because you smelled the fresh brew. You poured yourself a cup and was going back to the bedroom. I said "Hey Dane what you doing? and you said "just getting a cup of coffee!" I said "It's only 5:30 in the morning,I wouldn't think that you would be up so early!' You said "I didn't sleep too much, the dogs outside kept me up most of the night with their barking!" And I said "Okay, I have to get to work, Dane see you later, love you, bye." and you returned by saying, "I love you Dad, and have a great day!"
These are last memories of you alive. When I returned that afternoon from work you had past on to heaven.
We can not turn back time, but forever, that short conversation stays with me and today I share that conversation with others. For they, those words, of caring and love, may have been the last words that we know of said by you.
Missing you, but you will always be with me.
Love you Dane, Dad
Dillon Clark
April 25, 2017
Just because I never got to say good bye, doesn't mean you ever left my side, I love you dad, I pray to god that we meet again one day, even though I was young I still remember you like it was yesterday, family no matter how far away, never goes a stray
July 21, 2012
Dane, Today, seven years ago, you left us. It was unexpected and a very sad for all of us that you left behind. We all prayed that it was a bad dream, but it was true, you had left us for heaven. We pray that we meet again someday, but thats all up to the Lord. We think of you often, as do others. We all miss you, your smile, and that trinkle of your soft-blue eyes, full of love and life. We miss you and will always remember you.
Always, Dad, Mom, Beth, and Nathaniel.
Henry Gomez
April 14, 2012
Dane,
What's up brother. Me and all your friends still think of you to this day. I'm pretty sure I speak for our crew, that we are the person we are today because of you. I think of you on a daily basis and all the good times we had. We had some great times together, and I credit you for the person that I am today.
I know I will see again some day.
Until then enjoy the after life, and say hello to my Marine Corps brothers. We will all be together one day again day.....
In my mind you are not gone. You're just in another place awaiting my arrival.
So be ready we will re-live those good'ol day again. I promise....
Until will meet again brother.
Henry Gomez
Nathaniel Clark
July 20, 2011
At a glance we see your face, and our hearts start to reflect within.
We look back to the times we shared, and all the places weve been.
The things we've done, the people we've met, and the stories that we have told,
But there you are, a constant presence, a guiding light, never flickering, never fading...
never growing old.
Your words we hear as we fall asleep, comfortably nestled, our eyes closed tight,
We say a prayer and drift to sleep, while you watch over us through the night.
We dream of you, laughing, crying, singing and everything is how we remember,
Your first steps, your first words, every moment we had ever spent, with our brother, our friend...
Our Child born in november.
We remember now the day you left, and peacefully for some we silently reflect,
for others though we miss you dearly and our shared memories we happily recollect.
We hear your voice in everything, your image and your spirit guides our daily pace,
We can only hope that the way we live our lives, will bring softly, the warmest smile...
To where we find you...
In a higher place.
Happy 33rd Dane..and Happy 1st Sage
Lauran Lara
November 12, 2010
Dane, Every year on your birthday, we will be celebrating life to the fullest..Not one year will go by where we wont feel that you're here with us.. .. My daughter Sage never had the pleasure to meet you, and I havnt see you for a long time..but we have a special connection and you share a most special day with Sage..through her you will be in our lives and in our hearts forever!...Please watch over her..we know you are one of her angels..Love,Lauran
November 8, 2010
Dane, Today, November 8, 2010 you would have been 33 years old. We miss you. Today you are deeply in our thoughts. In the Lords hands We pray that your place with the Father and his Son is as wonderful as the time that We knew you here on God's Earth. Ws do not know if you can be with us, but, Dane, you will be forever be in our hearts. We miss you.
Beth Clark-Smith
August 27, 2010
Dane,
Thinking of you and really miss you today!! I could use one of you big just for Liz hugs. I love you BIG BROTHER and love you with all my heart and think of you everyday!! XOXO to you flying in heaven!! Love, Beth
Courtney
July 23, 2010
Sending my love, support, and thoughts to his spirit and to the Clark family. <3
nathaniel Clark
July 22, 2010
five years is a long time for you to be away, but at the same time we know you have never left our side.
Dane Edmund Clark 2004
July 21, 2010
July 21, 2010
Reflections:
"So we wake up and one of the first things we do is look in the mirror. We do this for many reasons, but with-out-a-doubt most of us look at our reflected image and then pause to reflect about ourselves and our lives. We see ourselves in many images, but all of them miss you. Not a minute goes by without wondering how different our lives would be today if you were still here with us. You see when we look at our reflection we remember the past and all of the events that are part of our lives. We remember you as a smiling, happy child, a grin from ear-to-ear, knowing fullwell that something was making you happy and that happiness warmed our hearts. We also know that you are in the arms of the Lord, whose reflection surrounds all of us. And knowing that you are with him gives us the strength to press-on with our lives knowing that you are holding a place for us at the Lords table."
Yes, Dane, we miss you with all of our hearts and wish you were still here with us, and We know you would feel the same.
On July 21st 2005, You left us in the prime of your life and we deal with this everyday of our lives, but as we reflect on how you affected our lives, may we never forget how much we loved each other, yesterday, today, and tommorrow.
Dad
Chris Noble
January 25, 2010
DANE!!
I've been looking everywhere for you, for years! Thanks to your little "tag a long" sister I can finally talk to you again. (She always was and still is great).
Out of every friend(s) I've ever had, you and Beth are the only ones who I've thought about on almost a daily basis over the years. We spent just about every single day in some way, shape or form together for about 3 years. In fact, the first question I had for Beth was, "Where's Dane?". I was really upset to find out where you are. I know, now, at least I can talk to you. Man, we had fun. I still remember that bat we found and were chasing around, setting our homework on fire when my step mom caught us...and the infamous "Operation Candy". Taking Beth with us and stuffing candy in her pockets, going outside to eat it, then doing it again...tillllll we got caught. BLAST! It was such a great plan! Playing Thundercats, GI Joe, Transformers outside. The big bushes in the backyard we'd go to and hide and get in more trouble. Good times.
I already miss you more than you'll know. I know it's weird, we havent seen each other since we were 10, but I still missed you.
Take care of Dad, Mom, Beth and Nathan, and I'll talk with you soon.
Chris
December 31, 2009
Dane, It was yet another christmas with out you. We all miss you so much. You brought so much joy to our lives. Hoping we will all be together again to spemd time with each other.
YOu have a ne Nephew Corbin, he is a doll. I havent seen all the kids in two years. dillon came and spent the summer with Grandma and Grandpa. He really likes it there. Thinkthe one on one attention. thats okay we all need it oe time or another. cant wait to see the others. Im thinking i may journey up that way very soon. As far as i know they are all doind very well.
we miss you every day Dane. Fly high and watch ovewr all of us!
Love lil sis,Beth
Beth Smith
September 19, 2009
Dane, Im sitting here thinking of you today. Missing you like crazy. You have been gone for what seems like forever now but then seems like yesterday. How that works dont know. Just want you to know i think of you every day! At work kicking it as you would say to Snoop Dog!! Love and miss you big brother and look forward to our future conversations. Love Little Sis XOXO
Rayfield Clark
July 21, 2009
Dane,
Today we remember you.
Time passes as you wait for us: We do not know the time or place or who will be the last face that we see or hand we hold or what we say to each other.
Time passes as you wait for us: A smile is given, a tear is shed, a quarrel evolves and is settled.
Time passes as you wait for us: A new life is being brought into the world, healing takes place, we find employment.
Time passes as you wait for us: We remember, we cry, we laugh, we love. All these things are just short snapshots of our time on this rock we call Earth:
Time passes as you wait for us: Today is the day that you left us. We can not help ourselves to reflect on all the time that we spent together. We are so confused as to why and wish things were clear to us. We all have our personal feelings, thoughts, and emotions on this day, the day that you left us.
Time passes as you wait for us: But know this Dane, our dear Son, Brother, Father, and Friend we miss you and we know you are watching us as we remember that time passes as we await the time that we will all be together.
Beth Smith
December 2, 2008
Your resting place
It's just a place to come to,
so I can show my love
I know that you're not here now,
you're with the Lord above
but its all that I have left now,
it's where we said goodbye
I like to come and bring a flower,
and have a little cry.
I know it will never bring you back again,
but as I walk away,
I feel i've spent some time with you,
and it brightens up my day.
I love and miss you so much Dane.
Love, Beth
Jamie Clark
November 12, 2008
Dane
Happy Birthday My Sweet Boy. You are now 31 and free to be happy just watching those you love go thru lifes everyday chalenges.
I wish I could give you a big Birthday hug. Just a moment with you would be a gift I would cherish, now I cherish the memories you left with me. I try to be contented with that but, I always am saddened that I can't have more. You are and always be missed by all of us.
Heres to you Dane. Hapy Birthday
I Love You, Mom
Jamie Clark
November 12, 2008
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Rayfield Clark
July 21, 2008
Dane
Not a day goes by that the memory of you and how much you were a part of my life and part of the lives of the rest of your family. We all miss you. We all would like to be able to hug you, talk to you, and say how much we love you. You left us, 3 years ago today. It seems like it was a long time ago, but it was'nt. When I see how things are today in my life and the lives of others I always wonder how things would be different, Hopes, Dreams, Family, Children Raised, Faith, Friends and Community. You may have left us physically, but our memory of you sustains us. "Oh, but if a hug was possible, I could, and many others would lovingly hold it close too our hearts." We shall remain faithful, knowing that you reside with our dear Lord and Saviour. "Your Spirit is Eternal."
Love, Dad
Beth Smith
November 8, 2007
To my Big Brother Dane
Not a day goes by where i dont think of you wishing you were still here. Today you would have been the big 30!!! I went and decorated your stone and hope the balloons i let go met you in Heaven with the note attached. Dane I just want to wish you a Happy Birthday and let you know that I Love You Very MUCH.
Lots of Love, Beth
Rayfield Clark
November 7, 2007
My Son Dane
Thirty years ago on the 7th of November, I was taking your mom to Landstuhl Hospital. I remember it was around 9 PM. Your Mom had a hard time that evening and into the next morning. You were born into the world early in the morning on the 8th of November. What a joy to my heart to see you and hold you in my arms for the first time. You were a wonderful child, a pure measure of the Lords gift to me. You were as a child should be. As you grew older you were still as a child should be. You grew up and started your own family and you were still my child. And I remmber the last time we hugged and you were still as a child should be. As I write, I thank God for the gift of that smiling, curly haired, precious little boy who grew up to be a man. But who is forever in my mind as my little Dane, one without fear and of strength and still a child to me.
Dad
Beth Clark
July 18, 2007
Dane, as Saturday comes closer i think about you more and more. I have so much going on in my life with getting married in a few days but the biggest thing on my mind is you. I miss you so much and cant believe it has been two years now. We still talk about you all the time all the good time we had with you. So many poeple miss you and love you. Over these two years i have become more ok with you going to heaven and understanding that your in the best place. You did always want to fly and now that is what you are doing. I sit and think of you and think of things that we did together, places we have been, things i learned from you and am so thankful for those memories. You know they say as time goes by you forget these things but it seems as time goes by i remember more and more. I just want you to know Dane that i am thinking of you and love you so much. Love Beth
Rayfield Clark
May 21, 2007
Dane;
Time, as you may have well known, is sometimes our worst adversary.
We all want to grow up so fast and then when we get to the age we desire or comfortable with, we look back at all of the things that were left unfinished.
We look for answers, the why's, the how's, and should have's and still can not reason an explanation that satisfies our yearnings for crowning achievement.
Truly, it certainly seems that moments of the past that are missed never makes oneself brim with inner joy and fulfillment when opportunities are missed.
Therefore, its seemingly logical that the only fabric of a memory that we can hold on too is that after the death of a loved-one, we here on earth have to subsist on an inner belief and faith that when a loved one leaves us, we, in our heartfelt bodies of living flesh know that you, Dane, did contribute, and are eternally blessed at this moment of time, while you share with the creator (God) your unique and wondeful lifes story.
As Memorial day approaches we shall think of you, tell of our times with you, and spill tears.
As long as we draw a breath, We will always Love our little boy, brother, friend, husband, and father.
And with a prayer, may your blessed travels with the Father (God) have an endless horizion in Heaven.
Dad
Beth Clark
March 8, 2007
Dane, As you know today is my 27th birthday and im sad. I dont have you here to call and tell me happy 27th birthday. You left us at 27 and its hard to know im the same age you were. I know this should be a very happy day for me and i know you would want me to be happy. Its just so hard and it hurts so bad. I talked to Dad a couple weeks ago and he said he felt the same way when he lost his sister Barb. Give her a big hug from me and Dad. I bet you two are with me today. Even though i didnt get to see her much i miss her too. I bet she has got some funny storys about dad!!! I just ask that you be with me this day and this year and help me through it. I still have several cards that you gave me and i cherish these. Dane you were a big part of my life and it is hard to know you are in another place now. I wish like hell he would have never taken you from us.Is this selfish of me??? These are just things that God has planned and we have no clue why. Maybe you should just give me a kick and the butt and help me realize that you are better off and are happy. Thank you for watchig over Mom, Dad and Nathan. I love and miss you so much. In my thoughts always, Beth
Beth Clark
March 7, 2007
Dane,
Well as you know i have been having a hard time the past couple of days as i know i will be 27 the same age you were when you left us. I feel like this isnt supposed to happen. You are never supposed to out live a sibling at this young of a age. You are always in my heart and think of you all the time. It is going to be a hard year but i know you will be there to help me out with it. We all miss you Dane and wish that you were here with us. But i know you are in good hands now and are not in any pain. I love and miss you so much.
Love, Beth
March 6, 2007
Dane
Gosh I miss you. Things here as you probably already know are same, same. Except that you are on my mind from the moment I awake to the last thought before I go to sleep. There isn't a time that goes by that I don't wonder if your here beside me. I feel your preasence about me all the time. I love you Dane and I know that you still let us in some funny way that you love us and want your preasence known. Please don't stop, We like the way you let your light still shine for us.(like you told Nathan, Just look to the woods and we can see you there. For me you brought Jack back like I asked. If I wasn't a beliver of life after death I am now. Thank you Dane for that presious gift. That gives all of us still a peace of you. espically when we really need it.
I Love you Dane
MOM
Beth Clark
December 22, 2006
Dane
As Christmas comes i miss you more and more. It just seems the holidays are not complete without you here. I miss the talks, laugh, and even our nit picking. I think of you every day and is hard to know your gone. I do know you are here with me in spirit. You tell me things and i here you and i do these things you ask of me. Dane not a day goes by that no one thanks of you you were such a awesome person. Its not to you realize what you really have till it is gone. Its the hardest thing i have had to deal with in my life. This year we are going to Sky's Grandparents for Christmas something i never in my life could picture. We have always had a big thing at the house. But with it just being three of us this year its a better deal to be around a lot of people who care about us. I wish you were here im walking down the isle in seven months and wanted so bad for you to be there (i know you will be we will save you a seat). I havent been myself here the past couple of days and i think its because i miss you so much. I feel i need to take care of everyone and i know i need to take care of myself because im falling apart some days. But have great support. What can i say my best friend is gone. Its going to take me a long time before i can move on. I just cant wait too see you again im just here living life and i guess in a way just waiting for God to call my name as he does everyone else. Dane i just want to ask you for one thing and it is to be with the family and watch over us and protect us. I wish that this would have never happened to you some days i feel it just isnt fair but have to accept he was callling you. So many people love and miss you and you are talked about all the time. Dane you were a great brother and i cant wait till the day we meet again. Have a Merry Christmas! Love you lil sister Beth
Beth Clark
November 13, 2006
Dane,
Thank you so much for your strength and the love you gave me Saturday when you came to see me. I have tried to tell all what you have said. Hard to remember all when you are on constant meds. I just thank you so much for the hug and kiss and to let me know you are there for me. Dad said"thank you son" Mom also. as mom saw it happen. Didnt see you but saw me talking with you. I love you and miss you. Thank you so much Dane
Jamie Clark
November 9, 2006
Hello my sweet boy. Yesterday was your Birthday and you would have turned 29. I would have made your favorite cake (German chocolate). It feeles as if it were only yesterday that Dad and I celebraited your first birthday. I miss you so much Dane. I miss those calls for guidance or just a quick hello,and the surprise visits to give Dad and I a big hug. When I sit out on the porch I look for you in the chair next to me, talking or just sitting quietly, waiting for that little bit of wisdom that your Dad and I had for you. The many hugs that you showered on me when you knew that I so badly needed,or just because.Yesterday I gave birth to you, Today I celebrate you and the Love you gave us. You are and always will be missed. Sleep my Beautiful Boy. Visit us often and know that you will always be on our minds and in our hearts.
I love you always and forever. Mom
Nathaniel Clark
November 8, 2006
I just wanted to tell you happy birthday. I stayed up last night counting the minutes until midnight and when the clock struck twelve i wished you a happy 29th. I know mom and dad will go visit you today most likely. I hope you know your in my heart always, and forever in my thoughts. Even though your no longer with us, You are still another year older, and I will always celebrate. I love you.
Beth Clark
November 8, 2006
Dear Dane,
I just want you to know i love and miss you so much. It hurts to know you wont get a piece of birthday cake and scoop of ice cream. It still feels like yesterday i was taking the frosting off your cake before you blew out the candles. I sure do miss you and hope you have a wonderful birthday. Love Beth
nathaniel clark
October 24, 2006
Hey dane,
I guess it's been a while since I last wrote. Maybe it's jsut harder for me to express myself than others. I just want to say that I still think about you everday, in one way or another. I still see you in my dreams alot, so maybe in the fact, your still visiting with me I guess. I'm away from home now, but you know that. I hope you see the good that i'm trying to do in my life, and I hope you see it and it makes you proud. Beth misses you alot, and she talks about you more than anyone else, but she looked up to you soooo much. So just keeping watching over her big brother. Give dad a hug now again, and mom a kiss on the cheek. I hope maybe someday, I'll get to give you a proper hello, till then, and always... I love you.
Susan Lewis
October 1, 2006
Dear Dane,
I am so sorry that I've been unable for so long to sit and express my thoughts to you. It has been so hard for me to even begin to imagine that you are no longer with us. I see as I am looking through this guest book that the memory of you is still very much alive, as well it should be. Sometimes I see you in my dreams and for those few moments you are still here. I will always miss the little boy that I used to gather the red M&M's for. I missed that even when you had become a man. I am so sorry as I sit here still lost for words. I miss you Dane.
With Love, Your Aunt Susan
Beth Clark
September 28, 2006
Hey Dane, I just wanted to write you and let you know have been thinking about you. It has been a while since i wrote you and felt it was time. I had a dream of you the other day we were at the park in Germany. Oh the were the day no worries!!! Now it seems thats all i have. But the one worry i dont have is where you are today. I so glad you are in such a good place. I have had a rough couple of months being so sick and i know you were there watching over me. I needed someone because the doctor had no clue! I sure do miss you. When i think of you for some reason i hear your laugh. The way you would laugh and cover your mouth. Just out of the blue. I know you were really happy here and took every minute like it was your last. I sometimes think i need to be a little more care free and just go with the flow. Wow thats not easy. Gosh i wish i could just hold you or even be able to talk and tell you how much you mean to me. Dane you were and always will be one of the best brothers a sister or brother could ask for. I love and miss you so much. Beth
Beth Clark
July 20, 2006
To the BIG brother i miss so much...
Tomorrow makes one year since you left this world to be with God. It has been a very long and hard year for us all. We miss your smile, laugh, questions, and most of all your presense here on earth. It is hard to understand why he took you at such a young age but he has a plan for us all and its hard to understand that sometimes. I remember the good time we had together our family trips (when we went camping right after my open heart surgery and when we went to Texas right after you shaved all your hair off your head!!) Those were good times. Oh and the time you tried to teach me how to do a cadillac turn. I'll never forget those times Dane. You were so protective over me (i couldnt even look at boys without you telling leave my sister alone.) Mom and Dad are going to get the kiddos this weekend it will be so good to see them. I wish i could see them more. They have talked thier Grandparents into letting them have a puppy(i think they forgot what it was like traveling with the cats last summer!!!)Thank you for being such and wonderful big brother to Nathan and I. Also wonderful son, father and friend. Well big brother just know you are always in my heart and thoughts and i miss you and love you so much. Love your little sister Beth
We LOVE you Son, Brother, Father, and Friend
July 1, 2006
Hayley Walton
June 14, 2006
Dane,
today was a very hard day for me and Shawna we went to Sunnylane cemetary today to visit you. Me Shawna and baby Hannah are up here because we lost our father June 11th (Sunday) The last year has been a crazy ride for me and Shawna both. I now know what Dillon, Dana, Gabriel, and Laina feel like when they lost you. We love u and miss you soooo much. Tell my dad I love him and give him a hug for me and shawna. I bet you two are having a wonderful time in Heaven. Until we meet again Hugs and Kisses
Beth Clark
May 28, 2006
Dane, Im up late thinking of you this is going to be a tuff holiday. We all miss you so much and wish we could see you so much. I talk about you all the time how we were best friends growing having to move around so much. It seemed sometime the only friends we has were each other.I still remember the time you were playing king of the mountain and broke your wrist, but yet after that you still played. Oh and the time of my bad bike wreck you were so strong for me. You always had a way of trying to make people feel better. I remember right before you left us you had a friend that was hurt really bad and said Beth that should have been me and i just said "Dane God has things happen for a reason." I didnt know he would call you 2 weeks later. I am so thankful for those two weeks i got to spend with you. I did do what you asked and made sure you had dinner on the table every night. Oh and thank you so much for putting the tag on my car for me but i did bring you your favorite Thai food. I love you so much and wish that you could be here this memorial day with us. Mom is making your favorite brisket.... MMMM i know your favorite!!!! Oh and Mom and I went to New York everyone there wishes they could have seen you one last time but deep down we know we are going to see those beautiful blues eyes and wonderful smile again. I have spoken with the kiddos they sound to be doing really good. Dillon is into reading he told me he loves it and also either wants to fly planes or play baseball(so much like his dad.) Dana is just growing up and just everywhere it sounds like she is also asking me to take her to New York which im planning on doing. Then we have Gabe who loves that truck you got him for Christmas he does talk about it and also coming to Oklahma a lot. He really misses you Dane i can tell he doesnt understand but what ver we have to do we will help him through it. Promise. And for the first time every i got to talk to Laina and wow has she grown!!! Then we have Hannah who im sure we will get to see soon. I also spoke to Shawna amd she is wanting to go back to school which i am very pruod of her for that. I am so glad you gave us all these wonderful things to remember you by. You were the best big brother and im trying to big a good stong support for the family gets very had but im holding it all together at least i hope. Do have my moments but who doesnt. I miss you and watch over us all lots of hugs and kisses. Till i blab again. Which seems i do alot. Love Beth
Beth Clark
April 26, 2006
Dane I just am thinking of you and miss you all the time. Something funny happened to me a few times. The heated seat in my car on the passenger side kept coming on??? And so i talked with some friends and they just laughed and said "it's your brother just riding with you". You can cruise along with me when ever you like. I will have to go and get some Snoop Dog for you and play it next time it happens. I love you and miss you every day. Love Beth
jamie clark
April 7, 2006
Dane;
I took a big step out today and talked with vickie about our great loss. Vickie and I share a common bond with each other, because she too lost her son. (Christian)She is and will continue to be a comfort to me as I deal with my loss. I miss you so very much. I miss the sound of your voice, and the way you laughed. There was a time when you would just burst out laughing at the strangest things. Honestly it sometimes drove me a little nuts, but you knew that. I miss that, and I miss your hugs!!!!!!!!!!! I know that I have to let you go sweetie but it is so %(^*&*(& hard. I want you back if only for a moment to hold you and love you and have you know that you are so very special and will continue to be special if only in my heart. As you know we (the family) chat about you always and miss your presence. I Love You Dane. Mom
Beth Clark
March 7, 2006
Dane,
As i begin to turn another year older i think of you. It is hard for me to think of getting older when your not. I dont know why it is hard for me on my birthday and on yours it wasnt. I think the fact of me being able to be another year older is hard. I miss you so much and wish you could be here with me to celebrate with me and the family. I know in your won way you will be there. Love and miss you. Love Beth
Beth Clark
January 21, 2006
Dane
Today marks six months that you have been gone. It has been a long six months to. We all miss you so much and wish you were still here with us. We do share great memories of you all the time we look at pictures of you and just wish we would have had more time with you here. Mom gave me pictures of your babies and they are all getting so big and beautiful. I see you in each one of them, those big blue eye's and wonderful smiles. Dane just know there will never be a moment were you are not thought of or talked about. We all miss and love you so much. Love Beth
Hayley Walton
January 8, 2006
Dane we miss you sooo much. The kids talk about you all the time especially Gabriel. He got this truck for christmas and I asked him who got it for him and he said my daddy. He always tells me that he wants to go up to heaven and see his daddy. Their all so smart. Which you already knew. Dillon and Dana have birthdays coming up soon. Their getting so big as you can see from Heaven. They know their daddy is watching over them all the time. We all love you!!!
Hayley, Dillon, Dana, Gabe, and Laina
Jamie Clark
December 31, 2005
Merry Christmas My Beautiful Boy,
I'll bet this has been the best Christmas for you so far. Being with your heavenly Father to share the birthday of his son Jesus has got to be the best. But Dane we do so wish that you could have been here to celebrate with us. There is a void here without you that nothing can replace, Only knowing that you are here in spirt is what makes it a little easier. I miss you so very much my son. My heart is aching for you. I want things to be as they were. It is a selfish desire I know but I can't help the way I feel. You struggled so to make things right. This your dad and I knew all to well. We were so proud the way you had made the choice to do what ever it took to take care of your children. that took great courage and we now know why you made some of the choices you did.
Your father and I will do our to best make sure that your children are always taken care of. We Love and miss them alot.
Till I write again, Know that you are ever presant on my mind and that will never change.
I Love You Baby, Your Mommy
Beth Clark
December 28, 2005
I love and miss you BIG brother. I hope you liked the frame i made for Dad. He couldnt even open it before i started to cry. You mean so much to all of us and you are always in our thoughts. We share wonderful memories of you every day. This has been the hardest time. I wished so bad that you would have walked through the door christmas day with the kids screaming look Daddy all the presents for us. We wish we would have had more of those times with you. But i bet Christmas in heaven was even better!!! I think the thing that has held us together is that we know you are here with us in spirit. I love and miss you! Your little Sis
Rayfield Clark
December 21, 2005
Moments::
Dane the moment you were born and the angels clarion played, You were held, even when you cried; WE loved you.
The moment you first looked at us with those heavenly blue eyes an smiled; We were buddies.
The moment you started to crawl and then to walk in this world; We were forever together in a journey.
The moment you uttered your first words; We understood each other.
The moment you went to school and came home and said "know what I learned"; We grew in knowledge.
The moment you did your first drawing, made your first paper airplane; We were dreamers.
The moment you stayed out late and than came home safe; We saw how worry was replaced with understanding.
The moment you graduated; We were accomplished.
The moment you became a parent; We were alike.
The moment you asked to be forgiven; We forgave.
The moment you left us; We felt sorrow.
Dane, the moment We held you, God was holding you too and together We cried; We knew and loved you.
Moments::
We all miss you, You are forever in our thoughts. It will be the first Christmas without you. We will always remember the moments we had together.
DaDA
Beth Clark
November 11, 2005
My brother Dane an awesome guy,
I don't know why you had to die.
You were so cute as a little boy,
You smiled at us and brought us joy.
Even though we had our little fights,
Over silly things like phone calls and bikes,
I never wanted to be a pest,
I needed your skills, cause you're the best.
I'm glad those times, were only a few,
It was hard for me to argue with you,
But that's just me, as you are you,
And in the end you always came through.
This is Oklahoma where you are from,
We all are here with Nate, Dad and Mom,
Our hearts are broken, as you know,
We really can't bear to let you go.
Sometimes you were so crazy and Insane,
Especially with the friends who call you "Insane Dane",
I know that everyone here will agree with me,
That the Clark crew is the best there could ever be.
We wish so much that you were here,
Or just down street havin' a beer.
It's happy thoughts that will get us through,
Like all the fun we shared with you.
And now my poem will come to an end,
Until the day we meet again,
I pray that you are now at peace.
Goodbye Dane With Love From Bethies
jamie clark
November 8, 2005
Dane
Happy Birthday to you my beautiful boy. Oh how I wish you were here so that we could have a party and celebrate, and have your favorite cake(german chocolate). Altough you can not be here in person I know that you are here in spirt. So I celebrate you Dane now and always. You are forever in my heart and thoughts. I miss you sweetie. The days go by but never without a great deal of thinking about you. I feel your spirt so strong as I go
through each day. I often catch myself talking to you. It makes me feel closer to you, and I know that you hear me because sometimes I can feel your hand touch me. I long for the day when I too will be called by our father in heaven to come home. I will get to see you again fly with the angels as you do now. Till then Happy Birthday Dane. Know that we all miss you and love you very much.XOXO Mom
Beth Clark
November 8, 2005
Dane,
Happy Birthday!!!! I bet your having a big party in heaven. I am thinking of you and celebrating your life here on earth. I miss you and love you so much. Love Beth
Rayfield Clark
November 8, 2005
Dane
Today, November 8th, is the day of your birth. I know you are in heaven. I deeply miss you. There is seldom a moment that I do not think of you. As your spirit travels about, I ask of you to look out after us, to keep us safe and to always know that we all want to be together with you in heaven, with our savior Jesus Christ and the Holy Father. Dane we all miss you and we all wonder how things would have been if you were still with us. We can wonder and dream, but we also realize that the angels called upon you with the will of God. As I close I can only say that your Mommy (Jamie), Sister (Elizabeth), Brother (Nathaniel), and Daddy (Rayfield) think of you on this special day (your day of birth). All of our love goes out to you, a love that will endue forever and a day.
Love ya Dane, your Dada
Beth Clark
October 21, 2005
Hey big brother today marks three months. So how do you like soaring through the sky? I look up and see the beautiful clouds and think of you. I miss you so much it is getting better here. We talk about you all the time and remember all the good time we have had and know you are going to be the first one in line to see us when its our time to soar. Dane i just know you want us to be happy and remember you for all the good things and this is what i tell everyone. I am strong for you big brother as i know if it where me you would do the same. I miss you and love you and will write you again and again. Love you your little sister. Beth
nathaniel clark
October 15, 2005
Brother,
As I sit here lsitening to The Verve's song "bittersweet symphony" I can't help but imagine you..think of your life, and all that you were, and still am to me and everyone that knew you and loved you. Not a day passes where you don't pass through my thoughts, and As lost as I am in this world, I can only know that your still here.. guiding me through.
All the days you came to me, just for a talk, for a shoulder, for someone that would understand you. I may not have always understood, but I tried my hardest to be the brother you wanted.
All my life you watched me grow, and watch me become who I am, I wonder If your proud of me.
I love you Dane, and I know Your here. I fell you alot now...at some odd times, but I do feel you.
I've been the most hesitant to display my feelings, my thoughts over everything, But then again, you always knew what was going on in my head didn't you? I know you still do.
Your somewhere now that I can only imagine, somewhere wonderful, a personal paradise for you, for everyone of us, And I long for the day when I can see you again and share it with you, and everyone that you know.
Mom, Dad, And beth love and miss you just as much as I... We all acknowledge that your still here.. Still listening tyo our voices, laughing at our jokes, spending time at our family dinners. We all miss you so much.
I love you dane, hold that firm, as I hold the image of you in my heart.
Love always, your brother
Nate
Rayfield Clark
October 13, 2005
Son
There is not a moment that goes by that I wished you were still here. You are always on the top of my thoughts. I am always anxious that you will give me a call on the phone asking for advice or help with your family.
It was tough at times to have to turn you down. I wished many times that I had the money to help you when you needed it so desparetly. Many times I was so sad for you and the troubles that you faced. Each an every day I prayed for a saving angel to help you.
I deeply miss seeing you walk down the sidewalk, you had such a stroll that presented itself as measured and determined and sometimes that of a happy young child.
I most miss saying those words of greeting when you walked into the house "Hey Dane". We didnt know how it would go after that, I only hoped and prayed inside that when you left that we were both still happy.
Your hugs were strong, warm, and at the same time that of a hug a young boy gives to his father.
All I have now is the memories, good or bad, it doesnt matter, for we were always at peace with one another.
I would say that my life is missing a big part, that part is you. You never know how intertwined we are until the Lord calls us.
As always, Dane, my precious son, I loved you from the day you were born, and will always love you, for eternity.
Rest well, We will go fishing together when our spirits fly together in the Lords house.
DaDa
Jamie Clark
September 22, 2005
Dane,
I talked with you today and found that it really makes me feel better. I miss you so very much my beautiful son. I am greatful for the time I had with you, but now you must fly with the angels. I know that I must let you go but I have such a hard time with that very big task. You were such a great part of mylife. God knows I loved you and I will always carry you in my heart. I was truly blessed with you as my child. You made me proud to call you my son. I wonder if you knew how proud I was the day you walked up on stage to recieve your deploma. I tried not to cry but couldn't. You said that you could do it and boy did you ever. I couldn't have asked for more. I always told you that you could accomplish anything you set your mind to and YOU DID IT! Way to go Dane! And then you gave us the most beautiful grandchildren we could ask for. Thank you for that. We will make sure that they are protected and all thier needs are met. I know that alot of things didn't come easy, but I also know that you really tried your best, and I love you for that.
Now you have an even more important job to do in heaven with your heavenly father.
Big Hugs and Kisses To You. Mom
Beth Clark
September 21, 2005
Dane,
Well today marks to momths. I had a big struggle the past few weeks. It took a lot of thought to and prayers to let you know that im ok with you being with your Heavenly father and know with knowing this you and i can go on. Dane your in a better place and have givin you a little bit of peace Knowing that i accept this. Doesnt mean im not thinking of you, oh i do. (I remember the day you getting into my car after meeting your recruiter and saying i kicked everyones butt Liz. Dad would be so proud) He is and always will be Dane and also mom and brother. One thing i promise you is i will take tare of them and the kiddos as best i can. I want you to know we all love you so much and miss you but know your happy in heaven and when its time for us im sure you will be the first in line to meets us. I love you so much Dane and know that we will always remember the good times(picking cherris from the old ladys yard in Germany) We had a great time on earth together and will even have a better time when we all get to gether again. I love and miss you Dane. Hugs and kisses Elizabeth
Holly Henry
September 16, 2005
Dane,
A heartfelt thank you for our time together. I now know that you are truely at peace, and for that I am eternally greatful.
I thank you for the blue green butterfly and will keep it close to my heart just as you always will be.
Each time I go to the ocean I will think of you. Enjoy your eternal swim.
I love you,
Aunt Holly
Jamie Clark.,
September 8, 2005
Dane
How I long to hear your request for a hug. I miss you so very much, but I am reminded daily that you are not gone for you live in my heart forever. It gives me comfort to know that God our heavenly father now holds you in his arms.
I feel you around me everyday, Your spirt is so strong, it is hard not to feel your presence.
As a child I protected you and now it is you who protects me,and your family and friends.
I love you so much, and miss you Dane.
Love, Kisses and Big Hugs to you my Beautiful Son. Mom<3
Rayfield Clark
August 15, 2005
CONVERSATIONS between a Son and Dad
"Daddy read me a story, I can not read yet, will you read to me"
"Yes"
"Daddy I like toy soldiers, can I have a GI Joe"
"Yes"
"Daddy, Daddy, can I have a toy wagon"
"Yes"
"Daddy I like airplanes, did you see that plane, what kind of plane was that, do you like airplanes like I do Daddy"
"Yes"
"Daddy do you think I can have a bike of my own and will you teach me to ride"
"Yes"
"Daddy I like baseball, will you play catch with me"
"Yes"
"Daddy I am scared of the Thunder, will you hug me"
"For as long as you need me"
"Daddy do you love me"
"Yes"
"Daddy will you always love me and hug me, no matter what"
"Yes, forever and a day"
"Daddy, what is forever and a day"
"A Daddy's promise passed down from from the begining of time from his Daddy"
Dane, I will never forget our conversations. Your Daddy will love you always.
Dad
craig henry
August 11, 2005
Dear Dane,
Your Aunt Holly and I are so sorry that your time here was cut so short and that you didn't get to enjoy the pleasure of watching your wonderful children grow into wonderful adults. But you have terrific parents and siblings who will make sure that your children will not want. So don't worry and look for peace and happiness in your new life. If you ever feel the need to let us know that everything is alright, make your Aunt Holly's wedding ring drop on the floor and make that same resounding " tinkle tinkle tinkle" sound that I will never forget from our wedding. You were a wonderful ring bearer by the way! And a wonderful nephew as well. I miss you.
Beth Clark
August 8, 2005
Dearest Dane as you know i came to see you on Saturday and i had a ruff time talking to you because i was in such shock that everything from the funeral was gone such as flowers and things but you know this you see what i see. I just want you to know how much i love you and that will continue to grow and how much i will miss you. You were the best big brother a sister could ever have and always will be. You will always be remembered and i will be coming to see you all the time for our talks we loved to have. In till we talk again. Love you so much Dane! Love Beth
Jamie Clark
August 4, 2005
Dane, you will forever be in my heart. I will miss those big hugs that you always had for me. And the long talks that we shared of your dreams for your life. I will miss you my little boy. Go fly and soar with the angels and sit and spend time with your father in heaven.
Have fun hanging with your grandpa's. and keep watch over those beautiful children you left in our care. We will take good care of them and always remind them of your love for them.
Till we meet again Dane always know that I loved you sooooooooo much:) and that you will be missed in person but not in sprit, for you will be in my heart forever. Your spirt lives on in all who knew and loved you.
Holly Henry
August 1, 2005
To the sweetest boy, with the most beautiful blue eyes I have ever seen. My precious nephew I will miss you so.
I feel so incrediably grateful to god for the opportunity to be your aunt and to always have known deep in my heart that your were and are a truely loving spirit.
I pray for your continued progression into this new life that you have begun and know in my heart that god has amazing things planned for you. It is time now for you to truley soar, just as you were always meant to do.
Until we meet again dear sweet boy, I will love and think of you always.
Aunt Holly
Rayfield Clark
August 1, 2005
My Precious Son Dane Edmund Clark
From the moment I saw you, held you in my arms I knew you were a gift from God.
We knew many of a happy moment together.
I will miss that searching smile, the smile that would melt your heart.
Your Daddy will always have you in his heart.
I cant help to remember our last moments together, father and son. I am certain that we each knew that we loved each other.
Dane Edmund, I know that you are with Jesus and the Father. I give thanks that God gave you to me, to love and to hold.
Dane, all my enduring hugs of love will sustain me as I remember our time together.
Your Loving Daddy
Dillon Dana Gabe and Laina Clark
July 27, 2005
We love and miss you daddy sooo much! HUGS AND KISSES ALWAYS AND FOREVER! LOVE YOUR BABIES
Dillon Matthew Ray, Dana Railynn, Gabriel Ambrose, and Laina Shailynn Clark
C A
July 26, 2005
You are in all of our thoughts and prayers.
<3
Beth Clark
July 26, 2005
My big brother i loved the time that we spent together. You have always been so specail to me and always will. I will never forget the great times we spent together. You will always be with me. I know you are watching out for your little sister, you always had a great way of doing that. I am so glad that i got to spend the best two weeks ever with you. I am so proud of you Dane. I love you so much and will miss you. Love your little sister Elizabeth
John & Carolyn Haddock
July 26, 2005
We loved Dane and pray for his family and friends. "Lord, we know that Dane is now in your presence, in the shelter of your love. Thank you for his precious life and for allowing us to share a part of his life."
John & Carolyn
Micah Munguia
July 25, 2005
I knew Dane for many years, and was close with him and his family. My heart goes out to his family and his small children. It's very unfortunate this happend but we need to remember that Dane is in his home now, but we will all miss him
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