Reverend Frances Clarke
Died: July 5, 2018 | Place: Family Residence
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CLARKE, Reverend Frances Mary …
On Thursday, July 5, 2018, Reverend Frances Mary Clarke “Fran” flew away to find her new place in the endless circle of love with family by her side. She is now with the Source of love, light and life, where she longed to be. Beloved daughter of the late Reverend John T. and Lily Clarke. Cherished sister of Margaret (John) Clark, Odeyne (George) Wodskou and Allison (Larry) McLaren and sister-in-law of Elaine Clarke. Predeceased by her brother Reverend Ewart Clarke (2009) and her sister Florence Clarke (2004). Remembered with love by dear friends Barbara Birk-Olsen and Brenda Stewart. Also survived by many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Fran was designated as a deaconess in 1956 and served as director of Christian Education in Colborne St. United Church in Brantford, Port Nelson United Church in Burlington and Central United Church in Sarnia. After returning to university, she was ordained in 1977 and became part of the team ministry at Metropolitan United Church in London. Fran touched many hearts with her wisdom and gentle, generous nature. She was highly skilled with words and crafts. Her powerful prayers brought comfort and encouragement. She took great delight in designing amazing banners. Many newborn’s heads and older laps have been warmed by her knitting. Fran inspired with beautiful slide shows illustrating scriptures and hymns. One of her greatest joys came from transforming real egg shells into works of art which she delighted in giving away to family and friends. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, August 16, 2018 one hour prior (10-11am) to the funeral service taking place at Metropolitan United Church, 468 Wellington Street, London, ON N6A 3P8 at 11 am. If wished, donations may be made to the Metropolitan United Church Foundation or a chairty of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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We are sorry. Our sympathy to the family.
Our family recalls with great warmth of memory of the time in the 1980s at Metropolitan United Church, as Rev. Frances Clarke shared in the pastoral leadership team. My father, the late Rev. Morley Clarke, always held the deepest respect for Frances’ gentle yet deeply competent ministry qualities.
Please accept our deep condolences at the passing of this devoted servant of Christ.
“The LORD’s loved ones are precious to him;
it grieves him when they die.”
Psalms 116:15 (NLT)
– Steve and Dorothy Clarke, Juliet, Jonelle and Esther
To Fran’s Family –
Please accept my sympathy in the loss of Fran. In fondness, I recall our work, both at Metropolitan and in London Conference. She was one of my mentors. My caring thoughts are with you. Norma Clare London
Rev. Frances and her sister Florence attended Metropolitan United Church when I did, I liked them both and I admired their ministry.