November 25, 1921 - December 18, 2012
It is with sadness and a sense of loss that we say a fond farewell to Clarence. He, along with his wife Nora, were long-time residents of the 100 Mile area and were well known in the community.
Clarence was born in Naughten Glen, Alberta. He went to school in Alberta but left early to help his family through the Depression and war years. He later moved to B.C. where he tried his hand at a number of vocations before becoming a heavy duty mechanic in the Williams Lake area. He then went to work for the Department of Highways at Williams Lake, Bella Coola and lastly at 100 Mile House, until his retirement. He enjoyed learning; working to receive his high school diploma along with numerous certificates for specialized mechanics. He was a skilled watch and clock maker and turned his hobby for that into a home business along with saw sharpening. No family member went without a sharp knife or saw or the ability to tell time.
Clarence will be remembered for his strong sense of community and his love for the Church, family and friends. He was a founding member of the local Seventh Day Adventist Church and strongly dedicated to his faith. The Church was the core of his soul that expanded into community help through organizations such as Loaves and Fishes. He also loved spending time in the outdoors with kids and grandkids, teaching them how to fish and enjoy nature. Clarence spent the past year and a half at Mill Site Lodge where he received excellent care by the wonderful staff and volunteers.
Clarence was the youngest of his siblings, all deceased. He was also pre-deceased by his wife Nora, daughter Susan, son Ralph and grandchildren Sara and David.
Clarence is survived by daughters: Colleen (Larry), Nancy (Jeff), Lynn (Erik) and daughter-in-law Ruth; sons: Charlie, Rick and Andrew; numerous grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, and other loving family.
A service for Clarence will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday January 6, 2013 at the 100 Mile House Seventh Day Adventist Church, 5489 Saunders Crescent, 103 Mile. In lieu of flowers, donations to the 100 Mile District Hospice and Palliative Care Society, Loaves and Fishes, or the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.
100 Mile Funeral Service Ltd.
entrusted with the arrangements. 250-395-3243
Condolences can be sent to the family at www.100milefuneralservice.com