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Clarke Gibert Russell

January 6, 1986 - September 10, 2005
Clarke Gibért Russell, 308 Shadowbrooke Court, Simpsonville, S.C., born January 6, 1986 was instantly called away September 10, 2005 by his Heavenly Father. He did not even have time to say goodbye to all of those whose lives he touched. Clarke gave his family and friends an abundance of love, laughter and unspeakable joy. Those who are blessed to have known and loved Clarke will carry his spirit in their hearts forever. A 2004 graduate of Mauldin High School, Clarke?s love of tradition led him to attend the Citadel where he was a member of 1st Battalion, Charlie Company, ?The Casual Cats?, the Citadel Rugby Team, and had just begun his sophomore term. He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Scott and Stephanie Benbenek of the home, his father, Carl E. ?Caz? Russell of Myrtle Beach, S.C., his paternal grandparents, Carl E. and Genevieve ?Honey? Russell of Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania, maternal grandparents, Charles M. ?Gandy? Cape of Myrtle Beach, S.C. and Hazel G. ?Mimi? Cape of Greenville, S.C. and a multitude of loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday, September 13, 2005 from 6pm-8pm at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown, 639 North Main Street, Greenville, SC. A service celebrating Clarke?s life, officiated by Pastor David Taylor will be held on Wednesday, September 14, 2005 at 3 pm at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 2240 Woodruff Rd., Simpsonville, S.C. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Citadel Foundation in memory of Clarke G.Russell, 171 Moultrie Street, Charleston, SC 29409. The family will be at the home.
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Clarke Gibért Russell, 308 Shadowbrooke Court, Simpsonville, S.C., born January 6, 1986 was instantly called away September 10, 2005 by his Heavenly Father. He did not even have time to say goodbye to all of those whose lives he touched. Clarke gave his family and friends an abundance of love, laughter and unspeakable joy. ThoseContinue Reading

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Wanda R. Cox left a message on March 6, 2015:
Stephanie and Family: Just wanted you to know that all of us at Azalea Hill Suites will be thinking of you today. You will be in our prayers. Wanda
Pete & Connie Decker left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Scott & Stephanie, Words cannot describe how much we hurt for both of you and your entire family. There is no grief harder to endure than the loss of a child. To say that we are heartbroken for you is an understatement. Our prayer is that God wil
Nancy Hutto left a message on March 6, 2015:
We are also Citadel family, and our hearts go out to you during this time of great loss. We are praying for you that God will be your Strength and Comfort. We hope you do not mind if we add your family name to our church prayer list. Sincerely, Georg
Mark Crumley left a message on March 6, 2015:
Scott, I heard about your terrible loss. Dana and I will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Larry Stratton left a message on March 6, 2015:
Carl: So sorry to hear of your loss. May hope for the future and the promise of the scriptures comfort you. Larry
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jamie Stilley left a message on March 6, 2015:
Clark, I knew your Dad from The Charlotte Observer where I worked with him. He loved you more than words can permit and he was so proud of you. I know you have changed his life by going to heaven so suddenly. Your dad's friend, Jamie Stilley
Iden Family left a message on March 6, 2015:
We want to extend our heartfelt condolences to all of Clarke's family and friends. May your faith bring you strength and comfort to get through this most difficult time. Ron, Sandy and Ryan
George & Nancy Morgan left a message on March 6, 2015:
Carl, We just learned of the tragic death of your son and are so sorry. You are in our prayers and thoughts and of so many others at the Charlotte Observer.
elvis assemian left a message on March 6, 2015:
i would like to extend my condoleances to the family and specially to stephanie benbenek.i know how much she loved her son by how much she told me about him.stephanie is a strong woman and in this time of grief look up and you will see him next to our lor
Ellen Welsh left a message on March 6, 2015:
HEllo, Your son has touched many lives. My son, Austin Yancey, will always treasure his friendship with Clarke. They have been friends for years. Austin has moved to Chicago and is struggling right now because he can't get home to be with everyone.
Dawn left a message on March 6, 2015:
I am deeply sorry for your loss, may God be with your family at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carol Howie left a message on March 6, 2015:
Carl, I just heard the news about your son and I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers and in the prayers of all your friends here at the Observer.
Austin Neal left a message on March 6, 2015:
Clarke Russell will never be forgotten. May God continue to carry the Russell family through this time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Clarke Russell-Forever Casual -Austin Neal Charlie Company
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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