On October 11, 2025, Mr. Dale Thomas Clark, of Edmonton, formerly of Speers, Saskatchewan, passed away at the age of 76 years.

Dale is lovingly remembered by four children: Thomas (Amy), Nathan (Katie), Daniel (Danielle), Ashley (Reed) Parkes, all of Edmonton, and 9 grandchildren.

Dale is also survived by his brothers Larry, David, Glen (Melody), and sisters Joan Thomas and Ruth Clark-Tang (Hung Tang).

He was predeceased by his brothers Wayne and Brian.

Cremation has taken place, and a private celebration of Dales life will be held. Please check back for further details.

In Loving Memory of Dale Thomas Clark

April 18, 1949 – October 11, 2025 – Age 76

Dale Thomas Clark of Edmonton, Alberta—originally from Speers, Saskatchewan—passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, at the age of 76.

Dale was a father, a grandfather, a brother, and a friend. He is lovingly remembered by his children: Thomas (Amy), Nathan (Katie), Daniel (Danielle), and Ashley (Reed) Parkes; along with nine grandchildren.

 A Prairie Start

Dale was born in Hafford, Saskatchewan, on an unseasonably warm spring day—Monday, April 18, 1949, while farmers were already in the fields seeding. Though he never became a full-time farmer, he carried a deep love for the land and would always remember each year by how the weather treated the crops.” Dale’s early life was shaped by wide open spaces, the belief in a hard day’s work, and small-town values. He had fond memories of growing up and having “the fastest horse” named King. Dale enjoyed playing sports as a kid, he played shortstop in baseball and would always tell stories of his hockey years to his kids. Life was different back then and living on a farm meant you had to always help out even if that meant driving the grain truck to the grain elevator at a young age.

He was known for his subtle sense of humor and the occasional act of mischief. That quiet confidence and dry wit would remain a part of his charm throughout his life.

 A Life Heavily Rooted in Faith

Dale lived a life deeply rooted in the Church. His Christian faith was not justsomething he believed in; it shaped every part of his life. From his earlydays in Bible college to the way he spoke with his children, Dale’s lifereflected his quiet and unwavering commitment to God. He was nevershowy in his beliefs, but he lived them with consistency, humility, andsincerity. He was not a perfect man, but he believed in the Scriptures andtrusted that by standing strong in his faith, he would one day have a betterseat before the Lord when his judgement came.

His faith guided him through both triumph and hardship. It was the source of his calm in times of crisis, his forgiveness in moments of conflict, and his resilience through health challenges. The way he loved his family, served others, and lived simply were all reflections of the values he carried deep within.

One verse that always gave Dale stregnth—and offers comfort to his family now—is John 3:16: “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

Dale came from a family deeply grounded in Christianity and was proud that his children continued to hold these same values. The Scriptures always gave Dale peace in life, and they bring peace now to those who remember him.

 Marriage and Family

After meeting Lorna through church connections, Dale dated her for five years before they married on February 14, 1976, a Valentine’s Day wedding. They would go on to have four children: Thomas, born in 1978, Nathan in 1980, Daniel in 1985, and Ashley in 1987.

Family history was very important to both Dale and Lorna. They named each of their children after family members as a way to honour their heritage and the people they loved. Thomas George was named after Dale’s grandfather Thomas Clark, his father George Clark, and Lorna’s grandfather. Nathan Peter was named after Dale’s great-grandfather Nathan Clark and Lorna’s father, Peter Dubetz. Daniel William Dale was named after Lorna’s brother Daniel Dubetz, who was also one of Dale’s close friends, as well as Dale’s cousin William “Billo” Cromar and Lorna’s uncle. The name Dale was to honour Daniel’s father. Ashley Anna Jeanet was named after Dale’s great-uncle Ashley, while Anna came from Lorna’s mother, and Jeanet honoured both Dale’s mother Jeanet Clark and Lorna Jean.

It was very important to both of them that their children carried names rooted in family love and remembrance. The children were always reminded of the meaning behind their names, and almost as often, they were told about being related to Elvis Presley through Dale’s mother’s Presley side of the family.

Though Dale and Lorna would later divorce, Dale remained present in his children’s lives. The years when their family was together were among the happiest of his life. Dale’s fondest memories were always of the moments when each of his children was born. Even as his health declined and he began to lose some of his memories, those moments never faded. He carried them with him for the rest of his life.

On the Job Site

Dale Clark was a skilled framer and cribber who spent his life working hard at his trade. His children looked up to him, seeing him as the strongest man in the world and hoping one day they could be like him. Even in his later years, when getting out of bed became difficult, his thoughts were often about getting back to work. His children came to enjoy hearing his stories about the jobs he had worked on and the people he had worked with. He took great pride not only in teaching his children his craft but also in having his boys with him on the job site. While his daughter didn’t get to work with him and her brothers, he made sure to include her in a different way, letting her “drive the car,” at a young age. His grandchildren now enjoy hearing stories about their Grandpa walking the walls and building big structures with just a hammer, nails, and lumber.

Stories That Made Him Laugh

Dale’s humor was quiet, dry, and deeply appreciated by those who shared it. One story in particular always brought tears of laughter to his eyes. One came during a hospital stay in Prince Albert. While confused and unwell, Dale kept calling Ashley (his daughter), “Ruthie,” (his sister). The next morning, one of his sons arrived early. Dale was more lucid and surprised to be in the hospital. After catching him up, his son told him how he’d been calling Ashley the wrong name—and jokingly suggested that when she walked in next time, Dale should call her “Joan” (the name of his other sister) instead. They both had a good laugh.

The Later Years

In 2011, Dale underwent major heart surgery, a quadruple bypass. For the first time in nearly twenty years, he lived with several of his children again. Each of his children cared for him in their own way, whether by welcoming him into their home or driving him to appointments throughout the year. That time together meant a great deal to all of them. Dale was deeply loved and supported not only by his children but also by his siblings and their families. He spent most of his life between Saskatchewan and Alberta, remaining close to those he loved until his later years.

After suffering a stroke in 2017, his children drove through a snowstorm to be at his side the next morning. Those drives became a regular part of his children’s lives. It was a great relief when Dale’s family was finally able to arrange long-term care and have him transferred back under Alberta Health Services, settling him into Glastonbury Village. Although hesitant at first, about moving into a home, Dale quickly came to appreciate the comfort and kindness he found there. Treated to generous amenities, he loved hosting family and friends for meals when they visited. Most importantly, he could order from a chef who never served him chicken, a detail that was even listed on his medical chart as an aversion. He often joked that this might have been the greatest gift Glastonbury ever gave him.

In 2020, Dale began to experience several falls, one of which resulted in a broken hip. His recovery proved difficult, and as his needs increased, he was transferred to a new facility. While waiting for a permanent placement at the Edmonton General Hospital, he received an unexpected blessing when his old friend Johnny Hamilton became his roommate. Their time together, sharing stories and companionship through their health battles, brought him real comfort. Memory eternal, Johnny. After much patience and effort, Dale was moved to Touchmark at Wedgewood in 2021. The facility took exceptional care of him throughout his later years. Outings to baseball games and car museums brought him joy, and the warm, caring community provided a sense of peace and belonging. He spent his days surrounded by loving staff, family visits, music, and community singing classes. He especially cherished the large windows in his suite, the laughter of his grandchildren, and the quiet rhythm of daily life. His room reflected his heart, filled with photos of his children and grandchildren, proudly displayed for all to see.

In keeping with his nature and his values, Dale requested that when his time came, he remained in that peaceful home rather than return to a hospital. His wish was honoured.

Final Wishes and Lasting Legacy

Dale requested that part of his ashes be spread on his family farm where so many of his fondest memories were, additionally he will also be buried next to his parents.

To those who knew him, Dale was someone who listened more than he spoke, he would try to remember scripture that would reference the problem at hand and would always love to turn to prayer if he felt it was needed. Dale lived a life that saw great victories and triumphs to heartache and challenges but the one thing that always stood strong was his faith in the Lord.

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