Clarke, Allen
It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of ALLEN CLARKE at the age of 60 years. He was born on May 5, 1957 and raised in Lethbridge.
It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of ALLEN CLARKE at the age of 60 years. He was born on May 5, 1957 and raised in Lethbridge.
Allen passed away suddenly on December 2, 2017 at this home with his family by his side. Our beloved son, father, papa, brother, uncle, partner and dear friend will always be remembered.
Allen is predeceased by his mother Lois Clarke and survived by his father Ronald, son Cody (Ivory, Phoenix and Xander) son Kyle (Paige and Etnee), partner Launa (Lulu), brother Ron (Nancy and Terri), sister Lisa Lutz (Darren, Keanna and Tori), brother Jim (Deb and Miyah) and many close and cherished friends.
Allen was a proud man and affected many in a positive way. Anyone who knew "Big Al" knew about his love of cars, his need for speed and tinkering in his garage. He owned a transport company called "Greg's Transport" which he purchased on December 1, 1980 and lived by the motto "my customers were always my friends, and this truck will stop at nothing to make them my first priority." Allen had a passion for hunting and never missed a season; many will say he needed to perfect that "third gear sneak." Among all these affections, his heart was, and will still remain with his family cabin at Duck Lake, MT where he spent most of his time with the ones he loved.
At the request of Allen, no formal service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alberta Children's Hospital, 2888 Shaganappi Trail N.W., Calgary, AB T3B 6A8, per Allen's choice of charity.
The family wants to thank everyone for their kind words, thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
To all those who knew Big Al - "Well I S'pose!"
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Dear Clarke Family: We were so saddened to learn of Allen's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your loving memories of good times spent with Allen help your through the days ahead. Our deepest sympathy.
Launa. So sad to hear of Big Al passing away. He had a great sense of humour and always had an answer for everything. He will be missed. Sending hugs. May your memories ease your pain.
My condolences to you all. Allen and I did enjoy our time together way back and yes he liked being in the garage working on vehicles. He did enjoy life!
I remember Al's Big Smile and his easy-going personality. He loved hunting and telling jokes, just the right way. Al will indeed be greatly missed. He was a great guy.
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Allen. He'll be remembered for his gentle demeanor and his heart warming smiles. We will hold your family close in our prayers.
Sincere sympathy to the Clarke family. Sending you all love and peace to help you through this difficult time. Rest easy Allen.
Al your truly one of a kind and Will be missed! Sending love and sympathy to all your family.
So sad to be writing this. My heartfelt sympathy to the family.
Thinking of all of you, thoughts and prayers sent your way.
Ivory and Cody and family,,our deepest condolences with the passing of your dad, please know you have been in our thoughts and prayers hugs Duane and Joanne Thompson
Allen we created two of the most loving caring sons. You would be so proud to see the the courage and grace they have handled this loss of you their dad. I will not leave their side until they are ready for me to do so. Your a good man with a great heart and you'll be missed Rest in Peace.
I'm so sorry for your loss!!! He was a great, caring funny guy who could always make you laugh. He is now your Angel watching over you from heaven
Our Deepest Sympathy for You and your Family.
Cody, Kyle and families...My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. It is never easy loosing a parent. I pray you all find comfort in knowing he is at peace and with others that have gone before him. May your memories fill your hearts and get you through the days ahead.
So sorry for your loss. Big Al will be sadly missed, but never forgotten. He had a huge heart, a contagious laugh and full of life. Our thoughts and prayers to all of you in your time of sorrow.
Cody, Ivory, Kyle, Paige and families just know that during what is a most difficult time that your our thoughts and prayer. Love you all and lots of hugs.
My thoughts and prayers are with you my friend. God speed brother. Rest In Peace.
Dear papa we are all sad that you passed away on December 2 2017 you will be missed everyone's cryed so far you've had kids grown ups crying just know we all love you. From Xander