Obituary for Clarke Randall Paul Abick
It is with immense sorrow and broken hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Clarke Abick on October 18, 2022 at the TBRHSC with his loving family by his side.
Clarke was born on May 17, 1963 in Fort William to June and Hal Abick. He spent most of his summers at Sparrow Lake, ON with his siblings and grandparents. While growing up, Clarke liked building treehouses and tinkering with go-carts and motor bikes. He loved his rock music and learned to play the guitar at a young age, starting with Hotel California.
In 1983 Clarke travelled to southern Ontario and completed a 5-year Steamfitter Apprentice Program at George Brown College and became a member of Local 853 Sprinkler Fitters of Ontario.
During a 30-year career with Vipond, Clarke installed life-saving fire protection systems in industrial and commercial buildings throughout Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. These installations included paper mills, mines, senior complexes, as well as the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre and the Thunder Bay District Court House.
After retiring at the age of 55, Clarke enjoyed leisurely country rides on his motorcycle, enjoying nature. He also worked at Bill Martin’s Nurseryland and part-time at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium. Last year Clarke became the proud owner of his fur baby Pookie, whom he loved dearly.
Clarke loved life to the fullest. He was always a kid at heart and had a gentle, sensitive soul.
Clarke will be lovingly remembered by Cathy, his partner of 28 years; his mother June; his sisters Tracy (and her daughters) and Joan (Rick); his brother Scott (Jolene); his sisters-in-law Marilyn (Hutch), Marisa (John), and Rosemary (Sabi); and his brothers-in-law Billie (Katharine) and Michael (Donna). Also left with many fond memories are aunts, uncles, cousins, numerous nieces and nephews, and so many great friends.
Clarke was predeceased by his father Hal, his mother-in-law Helen Martin, and his brother-in-law Paul Martin.
Services will be held at Sargent & Son Funeral Chapel on Friday, October 28, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., with livestreaming via Sargent & Son Facebook page. He will be laid to rest in St. Andrew’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to either the United Way of Thunder Bay or to the Thunder Bay District Humane Society.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.sargentandson.com
“You never said I’m leaving.
You never said goodbye.
You were gone before I knew it,
and only God knows why.
In life I loved you dearly;
In death I love you still.
In my heart you hold a place,
that no one will ever fill.
It broke my heart to lose you,
but you didn’t go alone.
For a part of me went with you
the day God took you home.”
Clarke Abick
May 17, 1963- October 18, 2022
The family of Clarke Abick wishes to express sincere thanks to all who provided comfort and support during a very difficult time. Our warmest thank you to all who sent flowers, food, gifts, sympathy cards, prayers, phone calls, texts, emails, and made charitable donations in Clarke’s memory. Thank you to Dr. Brown and his team at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre for their care and compassion shown to Clarke and their endless support and empathy shown to our family. Thank you to the staff at Sargent and Son for their hospitality and guidance. A special thank you to all those who participated in Clarke’s Memorial Service, including Father Luigi for his inspiring words, Danny Johnson and Mark Soderlind for playing some of Clarke’s favourite songs, and to all who shared their heartfelt memories of Clarke and personal words of tribute. We also want to thank everyone who attended Clarke’s Memorial Service. The outpouring of comfort, support, love and kindness shown to our family will always be remembered. And to all who keep the memory of Clarke Abick alive- you are loved and eternally appreciated.
Sincerely,
Cathy Martin, June Abick and family
“May the winds of heaven blow softly and whisper in your ear.
How much we love and miss you and wish that you were here”
Clarke was born on May 17, 1963 in Fort William to June and Hal Abick. He spent most of his summers at Sparrow Lake, ON with his siblings and grandparents. While growing up, Clarke liked building treehouses and tinkering with go-carts and motor bikes. He loved his rock music and learned to play the guitar at a young age, starting with Hotel California.
In 1983 Clarke travelled to southern Ontario and completed a 5-year Steamfitter Apprentice Program at George Brown College and became a member of Local 853 Sprinkler Fitters of Ontario.
During a 30-year career with Vipond, Clarke installed life-saving fire protection systems in industrial and commercial buildings throughout Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. These installations included paper mills, mines, senior complexes, as well as the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre and the Thunder Bay District Court House.
After retiring at the age of 55, Clarke enjoyed leisurely country rides on his motorcycle, enjoying nature. He also worked at Bill Martin’s Nurseryland and part-time at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium. Last year Clarke became the proud owner of his fur baby Pookie, whom he loved dearly.
Clarke loved life to the fullest. He was always a kid at heart and had a gentle, sensitive soul.
Clarke will be lovingly remembered by Cathy, his partner of 28 years; his mother June; his sisters Tracy (and her daughters) and Joan (Rick); his brother Scott (Jolene); his sisters-in-law Marilyn (Hutch), Marisa (John), and Rosemary (Sabi); and his brothers-in-law Billie (Katharine) and Michael (Donna). Also left with many fond memories are aunts, uncles, cousins, numerous nieces and nephews, and so many great friends.
Clarke was predeceased by his father Hal, his mother-in-law Helen Martin, and his brother-in-law Paul Martin.
Services will be held at Sargent & Son Funeral Chapel on Friday, October 28, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., with livestreaming via Sargent & Son Facebook page. He will be laid to rest in St. Andrew’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to either the United Way of Thunder Bay or to the Thunder Bay District Humane Society.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.sargentandson.com
“You never said I’m leaving.
You never said goodbye.
You were gone before I knew it,
and only God knows why.
In life I loved you dearly;
In death I love you still.
In my heart you hold a place,
that no one will ever fill.
It broke my heart to lose you,
but you didn’t go alone.
For a part of me went with you
the day God took you home.”
Clarke Abick
May 17, 1963- October 18, 2022
The family of Clarke Abick wishes to express sincere thanks to all who provided comfort and support during a very difficult time. Our warmest thank you to all who sent flowers, food, gifts, sympathy cards, prayers, phone calls, texts, emails, and made charitable donations in Clarke’s memory. Thank you to Dr. Brown and his team at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre for their care and compassion shown to Clarke and their endless support and empathy shown to our family. Thank you to the staff at Sargent and Son for their hospitality and guidance. A special thank you to all those who participated in Clarke’s Memorial Service, including Father Luigi for his inspiring words, Danny Johnson and Mark Soderlind for playing some of Clarke’s favourite songs, and to all who shared their heartfelt memories of Clarke and personal words of tribute. We also want to thank everyone who attended Clarke’s Memorial Service. The outpouring of comfort, support, love and kindness shown to our family will always be remembered. And to all who keep the memory of Clarke Abick alive- you are loved and eternally appreciated.
Sincerely,
Cathy Martin, June Abick and family
“May the winds of heaven blow softly and whisper in your ear.
How much we love and miss you and wish that you were here”