Rodney J. Clarke

1/1/2017

Rodney J. Clarke, lifelong resident of Skaneateles area, passed away peacefully Sunday, January 1, 2017 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester after a long courageous battle with heart disease.   Rod retired in 2004 from the New York State Department of Correctional Services where he worked his dream job of firearms instructor.
Rod kept very active in retirement. Daily, Rod could be found at the Blue Water Café coffee clutch with the town elders where they attempted to solve the world’s problems. After coffee Rod spend endless hours puttering in the shop on his may vehicles, paying special attention to his Harley Davidson.    In his spare time Rod enjoyed spending time with family and friends, working in the yard with the John Deere and his Chocolate lab side kick.
Rod was predeceased by his parents Fred and Jean Clarke of Skaneateles. Rod is survived by his best friend and devoted love Patricia Riley, two sons Scott (Michelle) of Camillus and Sean (Angela) of Sarasota, Florida.     Brother Ronald (Beverly) Clarke and sister Janice (Les) Godfrey of Richmond Virginia.    Grandchildren, Ryan, Connor, Greg, Kaitlyn, Alexis and D. Anthony. As well as several beloved nieces, nephews and cousins. A Celebration of life and Mass of Christian Burial will be held on June 10th at 10am at St. Mary's of the Lake Church, Skaneateles.With burial to follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Skaneateles.
To send condolences visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

31 Comments

Steve beneach

1/4/2017 05:53:45 pm

R.I.P brother.known you many years man,my whole adult life you have been part of it.not going to be same with out.
Say hey to my pops and bro for me.hopefully my bro had another shovel head for you to rip up the streets on the other side at Burts watering hole.words can't explain the loss.again R.I.P Clarky.

Kathleen Gray

1/4/2017 06:37:31 pm

My deepest sympathy to Rod's family.

I knew him in our late teenage years, and had the good fortune of "finding" him again a few years ago. He had a special radiance, a light that was infectious. He was always smiling, laughing and left everyone feeling happy. He lives on in many wonderful memories.

Jim Tuohy

1/4/2017 08:23:51 pm

My sincere sympathy to Rod's family and friends. We lived just 2 doors down from the Clarke family on Onondaga Street way back when. They were great neighbors. Rod was always fun to be with and his smile was truly infectious. He left us way too soon and will be missed.

Sean Ennulat

1/4/2017 08:34:07 pm

A true friend and co-worker, RIP Brother.

Bill Martens

1/4/2017 09:39:33 pm

I'm sorry my friend, you have left to soon. I knew you were at peace when we spoke. My we ride again. I'll save a little for the leprechaun in your name. Rest in peace

Stacey Smith Albring

1/4/2017 10:52:35 pm

Pat I'm so sorry for your loss, my heart breaks for you. My condolences to Rods entire family, the world lost a truly great man, may you rest in peace my friend.

Kathy Stinson

1/5/2017 06:34:03 am

Rest in peace old friend. The first 10 years of our lives we could see each other's door over my grandfather's garden. Rarely did a day go by that Rod and Ron and my brothers and I did not play together: climbing trees, playing hide and seek, digging in the sand pile, running in the fields, ice skating on the pond formed in the farm field out back, and so much more. May the joy of those years fill your memories in Heaven.

Stacy Benesch

1/5/2017 06:57:19 am

Takes one crazy man to walk into a house with my mother, my sister and myself so many years ago and keep a smile on his face. But you did, and there are so many memories. Thank you for always making me feel special, for saving me when ever I needed it, be a ride, a car, stuck in a snow bank or just a smile or hug you were always there for me, and not a time went by when I walked out the door that you didn't tell me you loved me. Heartbroken and regretful that you are gone to soon, but no regrets for the time spent, the memories made or the love. RIP Clarky

Patricia Clark Himiak

1/5/2017 08:43:09 am

Hard to believe one of our beloved "Hutson" cousins has left us too soon; Our love and close family are forever, as our love for u RJ ❤

Tom Wild

1/5/2017 09:15:26 am

Rest In Peace my friend, to Rod's family my deepest sympathy. I enjoyed working many years along side Rod, he was a class act.

Joe Rabuano

1/5/2017 09:20:23 am

Worked with Rod at AUBURN PRISON, Good Guy and a Great Friend, Rest in Peace, God Bless.......

Norm Dudden

1/5/2017 10:29:53 am

We just heard the sad news. We are sending our sincere sympathy to Rod's family and friends.

Jennifer McColgin

1/5/2017 12:30:56 pm

Shared many awesome moments with Clarky , loved our talks about life and Dogs .You were truly one of a kind and will be missed by everyone .Love and Hugs to Pat, Sean ,Scott and the rest of the family ..I'll see you again on heavens highest hill .

Marlea Matson mazur

1/5/2017 02:21:18 pm

Scott & Sean, my deepest sympathy to you and your families. I saw you Dad occasionally at Lowe's. Can't forget the times at the apartments. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

James smith

1/5/2017 02:59:37 pm

Rod, wI'll be missed Nice guy almost brother-in-law in the '80's

Dorothy Gray

1/5/2017 06:07:06 pm

I can see from the previous comments that Rod was loved by so many. That's no surprise since he was such a caring person in his time here on planet Earth. I first met Rod when we were in high school and got to see him about four years ago at where else but The Blue Water Cafe. Every time I drink Bailey's and coffee from now on, I'll toast to his memory and remember those sparkling blue eyes! I hope and pray that healing will touch your family's hearts right now and in the future as you deal with the loss.

laurie walter

1/5/2017 06:39:20 pm

rest in peace bro. things were never the same at the range after you retired. ride free, bro.

Joan Clark Callaway cousin { Don and Ruth}

1/6/2017 08:20:29 am

To cousin Rod's family: So very sorry to hear about Rodney. My thoughts and prayers go out to all your friends and family. I would like to reconnect with your family-Uncle Fred and Aunt Jean were special people as are their children.

Phil Siracusa-New Smyrna Beach, Fl

1/7/2017 04:54:12 am

I worked with Rod at ACF.. He was a great officer and friend. Gone to soon. My you rest in peace.

Terri & Bill Wright

1/7/2017 10:34:17 am

Pat, Scott, Sean and family; We are so very sorry for your loss. A lifelong friend gone far to soon. We will miss his stories and his great wonderful laugh. We pray that your memories and love for each other will bring you comfort in the days ahead.

Jerry oliver

1/8/2017 07:24:54 am

Pat,
Very sorry to hear about Rod. My sympathy to you and your family.
Jerry Oliver

Kathy Cowmey

1/9/2017 05:47:48 am

Patricia & Family: Our sincerest condolences to you. Rod always had a smile on his face, and he was a joy to work with. May he rest in peace.

Phil Marcon

1/9/2017 05:58:56 am

So sorry to hear about Rod. He was a great guy and we worked many years together at ACF. Rest In Peace till we meet again!
Phil

Sue Lennox

1/11/2017 06:08:03 am

May you Rest In Peace my friend. You left an imprint on all of our hearts and you will be missed. Prayers to your family.

Cheri S Allen

1/14/2017 08:40:46 am

Condolences to your family. May you receive comfort from the word of God during this time of loss. Acts 24:15 says there will be a resurrection of the righteous and unrighteous. Can you imagine the joy of Martha and Mary when Jesus raised Lazarus back to life?—Read John 11:21-24, 38-44. Revelation 21:3,4 promises that one day death, mourning, and outcry will be no more. To find out more regarding the hope for the dead visit JW.org and search "death".

MIchael Stinson

1/16/2017 08:23:13 pm

Rod is one of the best of us. I will miss his being with us.
Rod, Ron, and Janice are always in my heart.
I love you all!
Micheal Stinson

Neighbors

1/20/2017 08:48:45 am

We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to your family. Our prayer is that you will be comforted by the words of Revelation 21:3, 4 which promises no more sickness and death!
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Rita

1/23/2017 08:54:35 pm

Your Rod was definitely a great guy by all the beautiful words spoken aboit him. l am so sorry that you had to say goodbye. l know he will be greatly missed. when we lose a loved one we can't help but ask, 'Will l ever see him again? Death is a real mystery to many, but in actuality God does not leave us in the dark about hat happens to people when they die. Please check these scriptual refences in your copy of the Bible. Revelations 21:3-5, Isaiah 25:8, John5:28,29,1st Corinthians 15:26, Daniel 12:2, Romans 6:23, and Hosea13:14. If you don't own a Bible you can read it online at Jw.org. God has a wonderfl purpose to bring all dead ones back o life to be with their loved ones forever. Again, please visit the website, JW.Org, because it answers many of life's most important questions. May your cherished memories of Ron bring comfort to your hearts in the days ahead.

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3/24/2017 04:29:45 am

It seems so unfair that death should have the power to take away someone you love; and when it happens , the thought of never again being able to talk to, laugh with, or hold your love one can be most difficult to bear. That pain is not necessarily erased by being told that your love one is up in heaven. The bible, holds a out a much different hope. At Job 14:14,15, it says that the God of comfort Jehovah, yearns to bring back those who are in his memory and to see them alive on earth. I really hope this thought brings family and friends comfort.

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