Clarke was our first Veterinarian when we took our business to Animal Medical Center. At the time, we had 5 cats and a dog named Potty who was a Beagle-Lhasa mix. Potsy had back issues in his older age and Clarke helped us cobble together a light weight cart for Potsy to navigate. We were having trouble figuring out how to create sleeves to hold Potsy's back legs in the cart. Clarke thought a minute and came back with an aluminum rod about 5 ft. long. He called in the other Veterinarian, named Meg. Clarke had Meg stand on an empty Folger's Coffee Can while he wrapped the rod around the can. He then gave us the now circular rod and showed us how to cut it down to make two round leg sleeves. Potsy's cart worked great for the remaining 3 years of his life. Every time Potsy came to his appointment, Clarke would refer to him as, "Roller Dog"! He wore out one set of wheels and he was working on the second set when he got liver cancer at age 15. Clarke had to euthanize Potsy and he cancelled his remaining appointments and went home for the day. When we had a cat that was vomiting and losing weight, we were getting nowhere with her at our previous Veterinarian. We brought Inky to Clarke along with her Blood Panel and while we described her behavior and the recommendation of the previous Vet to have an Upper and Lower GI Procedure, Clarke said, "Oh, No! Look right here on the Blood Panel. It shows that she either has cancer or a parathyroid problem. Inky looks pretty healthy, I don't think it's cancer. Let's check the parathyroid." Clarke operated a couple of days later and, sure enough, that was the problem. Inky lived six more years having a high quality of life. Our stories show how Clarke was great at diagnosing medical problems, being creative on a practical level and the depth of his care and feelings for his patients and their human companions. Best Wishes to Therese and all of Clarke's Family.

Deepest sympathy to your family. I worked for Clarke at Appanasha Clinic back in the early 80's I was just a teenager. He was a kind man, and you could see his passion for the animals and the empathy for the pet owner's when they had to be put to sleep. May he rest in Peace. He will not be forgotten.

My deepest condolences on hearing of Clark’s passing. He was so sweet and fun-loving, My favorite memory of Clark is the day we went boating on the Chain; we got to the boat landing toward the end of the day and proceeded to get the pontoon stuck in the muck and seaweed as we tried to load it back onto the trailer. Not surprisingly, Clark attracted a group of helpful, young people who all offered their assistance. With Clark as their leader, they pushed and jostled until it (finally) moved out of the water. I think that was one of Clark’s gifts, he inspired generosity and warmth in people. He will be missed. I wish you, Therese, and both your families peace and comfort as you begin to grieve his loss. Know that I am always available for support and sympathy. Carol (Lansen)

Our deepest sympathy to Therese and Clark's family. I never practiced with him but did so in spirit in my years at Animal Medical Center. He had a remarkable life and although I cannot join all of you in his final celebration, I leave you with this; It does not end here for Clark. He will live on in your thoughts, in your day-to-day actions, and the choices you make in your lives ahead. He will surely be walking beside you in spirit and enjoying everything he sees.