Very Rev. Martin Clarke P.P.

Just heard the very sad news of Martin's passing RIP. Our deepest condolences to all his family.

We have very fond memories of Martin visiting our house playing the piano for our mother Lil (deceased 1970) and her request was always "Lara's Theme". Also my brothers & their friends have over the years told me many stories of their nights at John Bosco, Tivoli Road & the many outings to Gormanstown etc.
Rest peacefully

I have very fond memories of my dear friend Fr. Martin, his personal kindness to me, lives long in my memory. I have very fond memories of him, from my time in St. Kevin's young adult community, and particularly, the wonderful times spent in Glendalough. May his dear soul rest in peace. My sincere Sympathies to all who mourn this gentle man's passing.

"We are an Easter people and alleluia is our song."

My sincere sympathy to all martins family- i encountered martin saying mass in donnybrook - singing with his beautiful voice - inspirational - memorable. Thankyou.

To the Clarke Family.
Please accept our very sincere sympathy on the all too early death of Fr. Martin.

A true gentleman with loads of time for everyone. Remember him as game for a laugh with a great sense of humour and for beautiful Saturday evenings in Kevins or in Pro with us. May he rest in peace.

So sad to hear of Martins death. We were neighbours in St Helen's Road. We offer all the family our sincere condolences. He will be greatly missed.

So Sorry to read that Rev Martin has left this world for his Eternal Home . He was in Celbridge when I met him back in 1982. He was the person who made a difference in my life and along with some other very special people.
May his gentle soul be rewarded for the beautiful gentle person he was. And may The Blessed Lord look after all his family as they go through the grief of parting with a very good person.

Another good person leaves these shores for his place of rest, May you be rewarded with the best chair in Heaven. Sorry I did not see the notice in time to go to his funeral.
Deepest Sympathies. Margaret Hayden. Late of Lucan.

Very sorry to hear of Fr. Martin's passing. It was always a pleasure to chat with him any time I had occasion to play the organ at masses which he said, and on those occasions where I bumped into him at Blackrock College past student dinners or other social functions. May he rest in peace.

So sad to hear of the passing of Fr. Martin. Spent many an enjoyable evening in his company during my time attending Saturday night Mass in St Kevin's Oratory in the late 80s and early 90s. Enjoyed his inspirational homilies. Was lucky enough to meet him again in Tipp at a wedding 2 years ago and really enjoyed catching up with him. His work with the youth of Dublin was so worthwhile. May he enjoy his eternal reward. Codladh samh.

I was deeply saddened to hear of Fr Martins passing. He confirmed me and I made my first holy communion by him. What a lovely man. Martin will be sadly missed by all who knew him

We were blessed to have Martin as a friend and very lucky to have him marry us RIP

I was sorry to hear of Martin's death and offer my condolences to his familiy.
My memories from school days and more recent meetings were that Martin was a kind, gentle and wonderful person.
May God rest his soul.

So sad to hear of Fr.Clarke's passing, he married us in 1981 and have often thought of him through the years after he left Celbridge and Scoil na Mainistreach. Deepest sympathies to his family. Anne and Kevin

deepest sympathy to Fr. Martins Family. a always remembered as a wonderful Priest friend and Chaplin to Scoil na Mainistreach Celbridge.Rest. In peace. Bridget Chris and Tom Lambe.

God grant you the reward of your great priestly ministry Fr Martin,you were a wonderful priest, too soon to leave us, you will be missed, that lovely smile will be no more, but i know you are in the loving arms of Jesus & Mary. I will never forget as will many others
well done good & faithful servent ,May God grant you eternal life.rip.

It was with great sadness I heard of the death of Fr. Martin. He was a true gentleman and person of great knowledge and kindness. He encouraged and support me. Heaven has gotten back on of it angels. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy you will be sadly missed,rest in peace.

Martin was a truely great man, friend and priest.He was an example of all that is good in human nature.Words often cannot do justice to a person like Martin. For all the good he did during his too short life and the friendship he showed to us and our family through the years we are truely grateful.The priest to the legal profession is in heaven which will be a better place for his presence.Rest in Peace Martin - thank you for being here and yourself always P&G

My warmest condolences to Martin's family. It was an honour and a pleasure for me to serve with Martin on the Board of Veritas. He had so much to give and gave generously of his time, his experience and his wisdom. I will miss him very much. Ar a dheis De go raibh a anam.

A true spiritualist, a true gentleman and a truly gentle human being. The world is a slightly darker place with his absence but a brighter world for having had him

We are deeply saddened by the death of Father Martin. He married us in June 1985 and since then has always been part of our lives. He has been to our house on many occasions where we would sit and talk for hours. He was a huge help to me after my Mum passed away. We had hoped that he would marry our daughters in the future when the time came. I feel like part of my support network is gone. Father Martin was the most wonderful, caring, genuine, charismatic Priest but above all, he was a friend to everyone who was lucky to know him. He has left the most enormous gap in everyone's lives. Father Martin, tonight Heaven has truly gained an Angel. We will miss your gentle spirit, the wisdom of your words and above all that lovely big gentle hug. May God Bless you and keep you safe in the arms of Jesus. Linda and Alan O'Reilly. Dalkey

Sorry to hear about the death of Fr Clarke. A very popular and well liked. Especially in St Kevin's all those years ago and in monkstown.Sincere sympathy to the Clarke family.

I met Fr. Martin Clarke 22 years ago in Dublin, where I lived for a while.
I still have so many beautiful remembrances of him. He will leave imprints
of love in countless souls of countless people. May he be blessed.

A lovely, gentle, kind and honourable man. Gone too soon. Deepest sympathy to Deidrie, Emer, Mark and families. Remembered with love.

A true gentleman and great spiritual guide. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.

Fr. Martin Clarke was a good and decent man. It was a pleaseure to work with him in a professional capacity both in Monkstown and Donnybrook. I then got to know him as a friend. I was very sorry to learn of his death. Requiescat in pace.

I was blessed to have you as a Godfather. One who walked with me and supported me throughout my life. You were there in person and in spirit for every one of my milestones, from Baptism through Confirmation, Graduation and Marriage. Standing at the altar would never have been the same without you officiating! You will be dreadfully missed as a guide and as a friend.
always, pierre

. Miceal HAstings.

I have lost a truly wonderful friend who was a gentle, kind & inspirational human being. You have left so many of us who knew you with such great & beautiful memories of St Kevin's on Saturday nights & our lovely trips to Glendalough throughout all the seasons. "Until we meet again, may you keep safe in the gentle loving arms of God"

You will be sadly missed by all Rest In Peace.

Father Martin will be remembered by many people. May he rest in peace

Au revoir mon ami - au revoir mon Parrain.

A true friend, one if life's good people, sadly missed and fondly remembered. Ubi caritas et amor, Deus ibi est.