Obituary of Clarke Holmes

HOLMES, Clarke -Long-time dedicated member of the Norwood Lions Club- Passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with his loving wife by his side on Sunday, May 15, 2011. Clarke Holmes of Norwood in his 78th year, beloved husband of Alberta (Ward). Dear father of Melanie Holmes (Bill LePage) of Panama and Sam Holmes of Georgetown. Dear step-father of Garth Ward (late Iva) of Guelph and father-in-law of Gary Hyde also of Georgetown. Cherished grandfather of David Hyde (Heather) and Carolyn Hyde. Always remembered by his siblings Maryanne Marshall, Frances McAuley (Bert), Christina Griese (late Cranston), Robert Holmes (late Merna) and June Davidson (late Cecil) and by his many nieces and nephews. Clarke is predeceased by his daughter Patti Hyde and parents Agnes and Samuel Holmes. Relatives and friends are invited to call at Norwood United Church on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 from 12:00 - 2:00 P.M. A Lion's and Memorial Service will commence at 2:00 P.M. A reception will follow in the Church hall. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Norwood United Church or Trinity United Church, Hastings. Friends may send condolences or make donations by contacting THE HENDREN FUNERAL HOMES, NORWOOD CHAPEL at www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-639-5322.