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1938
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2016
Robert Clark Obituary
Robert Noel Clark passed away peacefully by the ocean with his dog, Dude, by his side, on Saturday, November 19, 2016 in Mendocino Co.
Bob was born on December 30, 1938 to Robert Langdon Clark and Andree Buchanan Clark. He was the eldest of 4 siblings. His brother Christopher P. Clark/Joan preceded him in death. His sister Sherry Sullivan, brother Michael Buchanan Clark/Ann. He was raised in San Mateo, CA. Attended St. Joseph's Military Academy, Serra High School, USF and the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. He served his country in the US Army.
Beloved husband of Rosalind Maria Sabella Clark. Father of Kara Mia Sabella Clark Love/Tyler, Kelly Andree Clark, Katherine Grabowski Clark. Proud grandfather of Ella Marie Love, Dylan Noel Sayge, Daniel, David, Benjamin, Samuel Grabowski Clark. Brother in law of Luciano Sabella/Toni. Loved by many nieces and nephews. Missed by dear friends.
A drummer by trade. Bob was part of Bop City. He toured with the Diamonds, Gigs at the Fillmore, Playboy Club, Ships Lurline and the Mariposa. He was West Coast Manager for Sonor Drums and Baldwin Piano. Bob was the founder of "Duxbury Productions". He produced the Maltese Falcon Ball, co-founder of the Fairfax Jazz Festival and Cinco de Mayo at Justin Herman Plaza to name a few. The Duxbury Trio was the house band at Sabella's of Marin with Bryce Rohde and Tom Beeson. He traveled the world was an avid reader and excellent Boats man. Bob and Hanalei Moon would often be spotted on San Francisco Bay "just cruising".
Rosalind and Bob spent many years on the island of Kauai. They owned a home in Princeville. They brought their passions together, opening Sabella's in Princeville. A restaurant with great Italian Island Seafood, Music and Art.
A celebration of his life will be held on June 24, 2017 at 3:00pm at Love Field, Point Reyes Station. E-mail us for attendance at [email protected] Donations in his name can be made at our community endeavor [email protected]
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Clark
John Walsh
December 23, 2017
Dear Clark Family Robert and I go way back... grade school St. Joseph's Military School followed by Serra High School. While at Serra we shared many escapades( see Jim Hudson note). Used to go to Bobs home in San Mateo
often.. remember his grandfather "Duke " and father "Robert Senior" even phone number FI53041... Bob and I had a gardening business during our senior year... there are a multitude of so many great stories.. I remember Bob as someone always willing to take that road less traveled... curious,smart ,great musician and most importantly a dear friend... he will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him
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Sharon & Doug Gibson
October 26, 2017
My dearest Roz,
On behalf of the Nawiliwili Yacht Club's "old timers" we extend our deepest regrets to you and yours for the loss of this wonderful and spirited man. We so enjoyed knowing and spending time with both of you during your time on Kauai. Bob was gregarious, generous and high spirited; a most delightful person to have in our lives. We have missed you and him since you left our Island. We love you and will always remember the time we spent together on Kauai at the Nawiliwili Yacht Club and at Sabellas and at the Hanalei Bay Resort. What fond memories we have to cherish.
Aloha,
Sharon & Doug Gibson
E. J. Hudson
April 26, 2017
Dear Clark Family, Knew Bob way back from St. Josephs and Serra High School while the family lived on Hacienda in San Mateo. Bob, John Walsh and I had many adventures especially in 1955 with the visiting Russians staying at Neal McNeal ' s home in Hillsborough almost causing WW3! Bob was a great drummer. God bless you all as Bob had a great life and was a unique character. Jim Hudson, Chevy Chase, MD ([email protected])
Rosie Horan
April 4, 2017
Roz,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time for you and your family.
Rosie SV '65
April 3, 2017
My dear sister Rosalind your loss is painful I know; my condolences to you and Robert's brothers and sister, his children Kara Mia, Kelly, and Katherine and grandchildren. A Limb has fallen from your family tree. I know Robert would be the first one to tell you grieve not for me. Remember the best of our times, the laughter, the songs and the good life we lived together on while I was strong. Keep faith in God and he will pass on his love upon you and your family.
I send to you all the love of our family.
Your brother Luciano and sister-in-law Toni.
Rosemarie Dalton
April 3, 2017
My condolences to all the family & friends who have been so greatly affected by Bobs passing May God heal your broken hearts. Even though the void is like the seas depth & feels like it will never be filled time has a way of Lessing the sorrow.
Sincerely, Rosemarie Dalton
And
The Bettis Family.
Patty Shea Diner
April 2, 2017
So very sorry for you loss. You are all in my prayers.
Patty Shea Diner
M D
March 28, 2017
My condolences to the family for your loss. May God's Word and loyal love help bring you comfort (Psalm 136:23).
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