He obtained his formative education at St Anne’s High School, New Providence, and attended St Aidan’s Theological College, Liverpool, England, from 1962-1965. He was a real “Fox Hill Boy” and grew up in St Anne’s Church. Tragedy struck early as his mother died during childbirth amd was then raised by Ethel Cooper, his grandmother. ![]() ![]() “We thank God for his life and ministry as we mourn his sudden passing,” a statement from the Diocese said.Ĭanon Clarke was born on the Eastern Road, Nassau, on November 7, 1940, to James and Elizabeth Clarke. The Diocese offered condolences to and prayers for his wife, Florinda, his children, Elizabeth, Michael, Miriam and Andrew, his grandchildren Shaniece, Ife, Traice, Justin, Jordan, Philip and Azaria, his siblings, the parish families of St James and St George, New Providence, and all those who mourn. “This was his hallmark wherever he served,” the Bishop said. He was 75.īishop Laish Boyd paid tribute to Canon Clarke, commenting that throughout his ministry, he was known for his quiet dedication, his keen interest in people and their circumstances and a deep desire to hhelp and uplift the downtrodden. ![]() ![]() THE Anglican Diocese of The Bahamas and The Turks Caicos Islands is mourning the loss of Rev Canon John Colin Clarke, who passed away unexpectedly on Saturday at Doctors Hospital.
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