Dear Stan, Shirley, Allyson, Wade & extended Family.
My deepest and sincerest condolences to you. I don't know where to start.... but would like to share the impact Clark had on me, personally.
I have always admired and looked up to Clark since we were young. His demeanor was always inviting, warm, jovial and charismatic. He had the ability to make a room full of people smile, and he was smiling back at each and every one.
Being the wild card I was as a kid he always made me feel accepted for who I was. He was kind and humble. I had a healthy envy for his athletic prowess, dedication and determination. At times I wished I could be as light hearted and have the infections laugh that he had.
After high school and through our adult years Clark and I stayed in touch. Even through periods of absence, when we would catch up in person it was as if we had never missed a beat. I considered him a great friend of mine. We shared deep philosophical conversations about our lives and the world around us. I really got to know him as an adult and looked forward to seeing him often as possible.
Through my eyes he was that of a celebrity, I looked up to him for what he had achieved and who he was as a person.
He had a natural sense of style that the rest of us guys couldn't match and he did it so effortlessly.
He was an inspiration for so many reasons and had many desirable characteristics, most notably - his humility made him so approachable and likeable.
I'm grateful for the opportunity to have spent a few days with him recently and shared some quality time and conversations. I will cherish all the memories I have. I miss him dearly.
Sincerely,
Steve Kambeitz
