After 20 years of courageously living with ALS, Clark lost his battle peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 in his 69th year. Husband of Judy Lavender (nee Miskelly). Loving brother of Deborah Lavender (Peter Callaghan) and Everett Lavender (Sheila Duggan). Dear brother-in-law of Robert Miskelly (Dawn), Sandra Burson (the late Mike) and Lynn Miskelly. Cherished uncle of Kate (Niall), Patrick (Alanna), Emma (Michael), Kelly, Mark, Nicole (Todd) and Brenna (Dan). Special friend of Nancy Brady. Predeceased by his parents Gordon and Vivian Lavender. Sadly missed by his furry friends Bernie and Caleidgh. Fondly remembered by his many great-nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. The family wishes to specially thank Tracy Wilson, Nancy Brady, Wendy Baker, Alison Kaczan, Susan Patterson, Jennifer Jelly, Alexandra McDougall and Lorrie DeSalvo as well as past nursing staff for their many years of dedicated compassionate care. The family also thanks Dr. Graeme Hendry and Malcolm McIntosh. Friends are invited to join the family for a Celebration of Clark’s life at the Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 95, Smiths Falls, on Sunday, August 14, 2016 from 2-4 pm. As expressions of sympathy, donations to L.A.W.S. would be greatly appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Online condolences are available at www.lannin.ca.