THEY SHALL GROW NOT OLD AS WE
THAT ARE LEFT GROW OLD;
AGE SHALL NOT WEARY THEM NOR
THE YEARS CONDEMN.
AT THE GOING DOWN OF THE SUN
AND IN THE MORNING,
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM.

COMRADE RALPH SELOVER CLARKE

77, of Kingston , passed away Thursday, October 30, 2008, in Soldiers Memorial Hospital , Middleton. Born in Toronto , Ont., he was a son of the late Albert Arnold and Nellie Marguerite (Selover) Clarke. Ralph retired after 28 years with the Royal Canadian Air Force as an Aero Engine Technician. He was a life member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 98 Kingston for 36 years and was a recipient of the Meritorious Service Medal. Ralph enjoyed volunteering at Bingo, which he did for over 30 years and had held various executive positions. He was also a member of the RCAFA No. 107 Valley Wing, Greenwood ; member of the Military Aviation Museum and member of Federal Superannuates National Association. In his early years, Ralph played and coached volleyball and basketball. He loved to play Euchre and darts. He was a devoted caring and loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, the former Jean Holden; daughter, Patricia "Patti" Pelley (Rod Bergen), Cold Lake, Alta.; sons, Ken Clarke, Kingston; Jimmie (Shirley) Clarke; Frank Clarke, both of Edmonton, Alta.; Brian Clarke, Kingston; brothers, Harry Clarke, Fort Saskatchewan, Alta.; Howard (Mavis) Clarke, Edmonton, Alta.; grandchildren, Ryan Pelley; Dustin Clarke and Jesse Clarke. Cremation has taken place. A legion tribute will be held 2 p.m., Monday, November 3, in Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 98 Kingston, assisted by Rev. Leon Langille. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m., Wednesday, November 5, in Lake John Cemetery , Jordan Falls. By request, family flowers only. Donations in memory may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or charity of choice. On-line condolences may be made through: www.middletonfuneralhome.com

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