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CRAIG E. CLARKE Craig E. Clarke of Stuart, FL died unexpectedly Tuesday, July 13th. Born in West Palm Beach, FL to Charles and June Clarke. Craig was President and Founder of 3 Dimensional Measurement Services, Inc. Craig had a green thumb, loved music, especially playing with his band friends in their cover band ThroBack. Craig's hobbies included being the master of his kitchen, creativity in building unique guitars, woodworking, and his passion for his orchids. He was a man whose talents were unending, his wit brought us laughter, his compassion for others was unlimited but his humility was beyond belief! The simple life is what he pursued but his success in the real world was a combination of all things that were a part of him. Surviving is his loving wife, Michelle Clarke His devoted mother, June Clarke His 2 cherished daughters, Erica & Melissa Clarke His brother, Chris Clarke & his wife Tina His sister, Kim Crawford His mother- in-law, Annette Lyons His father-in-law, William Blattner His sister-in-law, Sharon Rieck And is also survived by several nieces & nephews. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at The Francis Langford Center at Indian Riverside Park, August 1 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations go to a fund at SunTrust Bank designated for Erica and Melissa Clarke, his daughters. Online Remembrance Book may be signed at www.heavencalled.com Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Martin Funeral Home & Crematory, Stuart. paid obituary

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Published by TC Palm on Jul. 25, 2010.

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Cindy Watson

August 3, 2010

Dearest Michelle, Erica, Melissa and Families, we are so very shocked and saddened to hear about Craig's sudden death. Always know that our hearts and prayers are with you and yours. May God comfort you in this time of need. I never met Craig's parents, but I wish them comfort and peace during this time of great loss. God bless you and take care of you. Love your friend always, Cindy Watson & Family

Hal and Adele Evans

August 1, 2010

Dear Michelle, Erica and Melissa,

It was with great sadness that we learned of Craig’s death.

We attended the wonderful memorial service that you had for him today. It was such a very special way for all of us who were there to be able to show our love for him and for his family.

He was truly blessed with a beautiful and loving family and we pray that you all will find great comfort in knowing that he loved you all so very much and that you all gave and brought him so much love and happiness.

While it is so sad that he has died, we must thank God that he has lived and touched the hearts of everyone who knew him. We will always remember Craig as a very kind, handsome, talented, intelligent and fun-loving man, who adored his beautiful wife and two precious daughters.

We will continue to keep you and all your family in our hearts, thoughts and prayers as you go through this most difficult time. Please know that we are here for you always.

We send you God’s blessings, our deepest and heartfelt sympathy and our love and hugs to each of you and to all your family. Our love and a special hug to dear Annette too.

Sincerely,

Michelle & Steve Shirley

July 31, 2010

We cry sad tears for the living for we are the ones left to feel the emptiness. We cry happy tears for those that have passed on to sit with our Lord and Savior. May the love of friends and family carry you through these very difficult times. Please know that Steve and I are right here to help all of you with anything at anytime. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Max Dufflocq

July 29, 2010

I had the opportunity to meet Craig during a recent work assignment South of the border and during our trip back to FL. I enjoyed working with Craig, and, during that short time, we even discussed meeting again. I was deeply sadden to hear of his passing, and just want extend his family my sincere condolences.

Connie Russo

July 29, 2010

To the Clarke Family-Although I had not seen Craig for many years, I remember him fondly. My deepest sympathy to the family and to June, Chris & Kim, I think of you often and send my condolences to you.

Connie Russo

Vince Martling

July 27, 2010

To the Clarke Family - I met Craig on July 12. He came into my office to discuss doing some work for us here at Chromalloy Stuart. I instantly liked him. Even though I only talked to him for 5 mins, I could tell he was a real guy, honest and sincere. And I wanted to let you know that. I was very sad to here the news of his passing. My condolences to all of you.

Kindest regards,
Vince Martling

Michael & Laura Nerone

July 26, 2010

To Craig, my new-found friend, I will truely miss your smiles and laughter as you enjoyed the simple things...cooking, hanging out & just being Craig!! May God watch and take care of you! Rest In Peace my friend.
To Michelle, Erica & Melissa, may God be in your hearts to comfort you at this sad time. You girls are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers!
We love you!!
Michael & Laura.

Martha Gillespie-Beeman

July 25, 2010

"Craigster" will forever be in our thoughts, prayers and hearts. Surely heaven needed a classic rock band.

God-speed, Craig!

Feel our love, hear our prayers,

Bruce, Martha and Matthew Beeman



PS: Craig, I love this song!

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