I miss Tom. I can hear his voice, and always his "All the best, bye for now." He was a wonderful man with great intellect and spirit, strength and character. We had much more to share and work together on. The devoted husband and father that he was, surely in spirit he remains with his family who was so good to him.

Dear Tommy, 

I know that any words that I write here will only be of small comfort to Ginny, Chris, John, Brandi, Thomas and Lex but hope that during the next few weeks they will smile while thinking and cherishing the memories they have of you. 

Rest in peace

I am full of grief. Tom was part of the family.
I knew someday our correspondence would cease.I so enjoyed!
We were his contact to his Clark ancestors in Alburgh, Vermont.

Dearest Tommy, you will continue to be an inspiration to all those who were lucky enough to meet you. I am honoured to have known you and will cherish the wonderful  memories that I have. My thoughts are with Ginny, Chris, John, Brandi, little Thomas and Lex. You will forever be a legend in my eyes xo

Although I did not know John personally I can tell by the other entries that he was a
very special and gentle soul, not unlike his wife Ginny.  My condolences go out to
his family and I hope that the wonderful memories that you all hold sustain you in the
years to come.

My friend for the last 50 years,We shared many,many good times usually over a few beersat Woodhull Ave,Lake Neupalin,Coop City,Waldwick,Scarsdale and of course Fordham U.Miss him very much.

Tommy was an extremely special person, who I was so lucky to have known. I feel both privilaged and proud be one small part of his extensively researched family tree and to have called him my Godfather. He was caring, warm, loving, funny, interesting, charming and truly engaging, with an insprational and endless thirst for life and learning. His smile and laugh were infectious and any time I spent in his company was always too brief. I share in the sadness and sense of loss of all who knew him and send my deepest condolences to Ginny, Chris, John, Brandi, little Thomas and Lex. Tommy and you all with be in my thoughts throughout this difficult time. 
 
Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal

John Clark was one of those unique individuals as you got to know him.  He had wit, a certain type of charm, highly intelligent, and a very caring person.  He had a great deal of interest for his sixth graders, whom he taught for many years.  I myself was a teacher back then.   He was particularly concerned with a very overweight student, whom he attempted to counsel to lose weight by diet, exercise.  John would always remember to call me on my birthday.....who does that?  I say this because as the years passed, we didn't communicate that much .  When we did speak,we always dissected the NY Football Giants, firing this  player, this coach, etc.  What tenacity, a love of life  did John have.  He will be greatly missed.

Tom was a dear friend. He was someone that once you had met him, you could never forget him. For over 25 years I felt privileged to know him. He had such wonderful wit and a huge range of interests. Tom made my life richer in more ways than I can ever give him credit for. 

He had a great love of Ireland and so I think it is only right to say that "Ni bhfachamid a leitheid ann aris" which he would have been translate straightaway (We will not see his likes again).

Katherine & I send our condolescences to Ginny, Chris, John & Brandi. We will be with you in spirit this weekend.

We mourn your loss. Tom was a brilliant, witty and gentle soul and will be greatly missed by all who were lucky enough to make his acquaintance. May he rest in peace.

I am truly sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you during this time and always.

OBITUARY

John Thomas Clark

22 December, 1944 – 24 July, 2012

Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes

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