Terence Elwood Clarke

Terence E. Clarke, former Mayor of Huntsville (Dec. 1986-Dec. 1992), passed away peacefully on November 26th, 2025.

Family was at the centre of his life. He is survived by his loving children Kristin (Mat Oulton) and son David, who were the greatest joys of his life. He was a proud grandfather to Brittany, Ty and Darian Clarke, and Sophie Oulton.  He celebrated every milestone with pride and cherished the special bond he held with each of them. His is also survived by his brother Bill Clarke (Wendy) and sister Nancy Icely (Peter). He was predeceased by his sister Susan Riegle (Ed).

A pillar of the Huntsville community, he was known for his integrity, kindness, and unwavering commitment to the people he served.

As Mayor of Huntsville, he approached every decision with thoughtfulness and a deep sense of responsibility. His leadership left a lasting impact, and he remained highly respected long after his term ended.

An accomplished athlete throughout his life, he especially loved hockey, both as a player and as a mentor to young athletes. His passion for sport shaped his character, disciplined, fair, team-focused, and always ready to encourage others.

His devotion to young people led him into education, where he served with distinction as Principal of Huntsville High School (Sept. 1986-June 1993). In that role he guided thousands of students, supporting their successes and helping them navigate challenges with patience and genuine care.

He will be remembered for his big heart, his generosity, and the countless ways he contributed to the community he loved so much.  He was well respected and deeply loved by friends, neighbours, colleagues, and former students, a man who made Huntsville better simply by being part of it.

A celebration of his life will be held at a later date, with details to follow.

His legacy of service, strength, and compassion will live on in the community, and in the hearts of all who knew him.