Harold CLARKE

Deepest sympathies to Rosanne, Andrew and the Clarke family and friends on the passing of Harold. I worked for him in Easons where he was a wonderful and supportive boss who believed in equality for all his employees long before it was popular or common. May he rest in peace

A belated message to family and friends on the passing of William Harold after a long and fulfilled life with his many interests. The last time we met was on the 50th anniversary gathering of the class of 1944 in 1994 ! my memories of Harold is of a colourull literary student and great debater ! After a long and fulfilled life now gone to glory . My deepest sympathy to all relatives & friends in your bereavement

It must be 50 years since I was entertained by Harold in North Great Georges Street. Since then we always enjoyed meeting. Also knew Harold through our family shop in Clabrassil St being wholesale customers of Eason’s. Todays Requiem in Christ Church Cathedral was a wonderful tribute to him. Really moved by the silence after The Address by Andrew.
Trust Harold that you are enjoying The New Jerusalem.

Deepest and heartfelt sympathy to the Clarke families and his many friends on the sad passing of Harold.
At peace.

With our deepest sympathy to all the Clarke Family at this very sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

We greatly regret Harold's death. He was a former President and Trustee of the Friends of the National Collections of Ireland. He was a long-serving Council member and a great supporter of our aims of donating works of art to Irish public galleries. He was always courteous and helpful. Our members remember a wonderful visit to the beautiful garden he had created at his home. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to all the family. I enjoyed many interesting chats with Harold at Christ Church Cathedral. He gave his skills and expertise for many years and helped our restoration project in the eighties. A lovely person. He will be missed by all who knew him. Blessings.

Harold was one of many noted preservationists who held a passionate interest in the preservation of the unique architectural landscape of North Great George's Street which had been in decline for many years and which, in the 1980s, was under threat of total destruction. Their interest and intervention of prominent Dublin Joyceans led to a halt of that threat and to number 35 becoming the home of the James Joyce Cultural Centre. In 1987, Harold was a subscriber to the formation of the Company of which he became a founding director. He ceased to be a director in time, but, demonstrating his continuing interest and support for the work of promoting the life and work of James Joyce, he chose to retain his role as a member of the Company. His contribution to supporting the work of promoting James Joyce is appreciated by the directors.

On behalf of current Board, Members of the Company and staff of the Joyce Centre, I offer sincere condolences to his family on Harold's passing. He will be missed by those who shared his interest in Dublin's cultural heritage and by those who worked with him to share that interest with others. May he rest in peace. Deirdre Ellis-King, Chair. The James Joyce Cultural Centre.

Very sad to learn of Harold's passing. He had a great presence and was such a gentleman. No doubt he will rest easy after a long life, well lived. Sincere sympathy to all who mourn him.

To Harold's family and special friends please accept my sincere sympathies. Fondley remembering Harold as a Groomsman at my wedding nearly sixty years ago . He was wonderful company and the perfect gentleman always. Memories of the restoration of North Great Georges Street to the amazing transformation of the Avoca house and fabulous gardens flood back to me .
Rest in peace dear Harold.

Anne-Marie.

Lovingly remembered.

We are so sorry to hear of Harold’s passing. He was a wonderful person and a perfect gentleman. Harold was great company and we can recall some lovely times we spent in his special house and beautiful gardens in Avoca. May He Rest In Peace.

So sorry to hear the sad news of Harold's death. We spent many years from the early 70's on book trade committees together and he was a mentor to all. He was also the life and soul of the weekend trade conferences we had every second year for over 20 years. He was a true gentleman and a legend in the book-selling and publishing industry and always had a kind word for everyone.

This is the end of an era in the book business. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Rosanne, Andrew and other family members and friends.

Harrold was such a pillar in the Booktrade you couldn't but be in awe of his grace and professionalism, dignity and humour. He was rarely far from the entertainment and always great company. We will remember him fondly.
May he rest peacefully.

My deepest condolonces to you Rosanne, and the wider family on on the death of your dear father. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Dermot Coughlan, Limerick.

It's been a wonderful time knowing you dear heart - you're one of the world's best originals....

Thank you for being Dad's "best friend". My best man friend for sure (to be sure).

The incomparable Clarkes: carers, creators, encouragers, fun lovers, givers, hard workers, insightful inspirers, feet firmly on the ground while aiming at the stars. Positive & loyal to family, friends & everyone. Taking the past side by side into the future to share with all from books, to 'Dublin Doors' poster, to music, to gardens filled with trees & daffodils to sharing with aplomb & modesty. Many laughs & treasured memories: you in full lingo flow in the Burran with the locals too, to being "engaged' to S. Conran & convially taking to the air waves to gently explain away. Unwavering faith.

Au revoir dear fellow Sagi' with all your loves & passions to fuel you into infinity & beyond dazzling everything & everyone everywhere.

- Shuna

Harold, you were my best friend.

With dear late Michael (Alexander) we were blessed with great friendship from 1943 (aged 10 and 11) at The Kings Hospital. We never imagined then, that, we would live to enjoy life into our eighties/nineties. How privileged we have been. My privilege to know you.

Gordon

The late Harold Clarke was my first boss. I was just out of Secondary School and got a job in the Wholesale Department of Easons in O’Connell Street. I was so lucky, he was a perfect gentleman always so polite and pleasant. I am 86 now but I will always remember him. I offer my deepest sympathy to all his friends and family on their loss. May he rest in peace.

I remember the fun days in your lovely house and garden Harold. Thank you for that. x

Sincerest condolences to Rosanne, Alan and family, and Harold’s friends of course. Harold was a renaissance man through and through. There are very many reasons to miss his influence and initiatives. The McQuiston family.

I was very, very sad to hear of Harold's passing, I had the pleasure to work with Harold for nearly 30 years during his time at Easons and he was a pure gentleman, I always found him very fair and supportive, he will be sadly missed, may he rest in peace. Sheila Donnelly Eason Wholesale Books (Retired)

My deepest sympathies to Andrew , Jane , Seamus and the extended family. Harold was both a neighbour on North Great Georges St and a fellow thespian in the long forgotten Green Carnation Productions, we had a lot of fun doing those plays all of those years ago.
I also remember a hilarious trip to Paris which ultimately led to Harold and others initiating the first rescue of the Oscar Wilde grave in Pere Lachaise cemetery. I will always remember Harold's laugh, which was infectious.
Regretfully I am unable to attend the funeral service on 3rd November. RIP Harold.

Brian Walsh

Sorry to hear of Harolds death,we have been friends since the 80s,my sympathy to Andrew and his family

Sincere condolences to the family and friends on the
sad passing of Harold, RIP. He was a most successful
businessman with a great social conscience. He was
the ultimate gentleman whose company we always enjoyed.

Adrian and I are so sad to hear of the death of Harold. We first met in St.John's Church in Sandymount, Dublin in 1985. . We always enjoyed being in his company . Harold will be sadly missed. Our deepest condolences to all his family and particularly Seamus. Requisite in Pace

Sincere condolences to Mr.Clarkes family and friends.
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Deepest sympathy to the Clarke family on Harold’s death

So sad to hear of Harold’s death. He will be sorely missed. End of an era.

My sincerest sympathy to you Rosanne and your family on the passing of your beloved Harold. May he rest in eternal peace.