CLARK, Leslie (Lester)

Clark, Lester. Leslie ("Lester") Allan Clark suddenly left this physical plane on Saturday, April 15, aged 68. Lester's Barber Shop was a Beechwood Avenue institution until a 2011 fire, but his love of service, notably to gents in palliative or hospital care, did not stop. A barber since his teens, in his 40s Lester whole-heartedly embraced the Baha'i Faith and its teachings of global oneness. "Since that first meeting, I feel like I fell into a bed of roses!"
He gave wonderful support to Baha'i students, barred from studying in Iran, and seeking higher education in Canada. Shabnam Mohammadhosseini was among them; she and Lester married in 2006. Pre-deceased by his mother Colleen Farmer and father Malcolm Clark, Lester leaves Shabnam, sister Maxine (Bob McLaughlin), Patrick McLaughlin, Trevor McLaughlin, Tammy McDonald, Paul McLaughlin, brother Malcolm (Cathy Hogan), Darren Hogan, Claudette Clark, Darryl Brown and Debbie Brown. His interment will take place in the Baha'i Gardens at Capital Cemetery, 3700 Prince of Wales Drive, on Thursday, April 20 at 11 a.m. Afterward, Lester's kindness, nobility and good humour will be lovingly remembered at the Ottawa Baha'i Centre, 211 McArthur Avenue.

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11 messages received

All friends and relatives .

Condolences . He will be missed by all. And joy , there is a bright and shining soul to aid us from above. Congratulations.
Nermeen and Barry Whitehead.

Peter& Nermeen Whitehead , April 18, 2023

Shabnam and relatives

My deep condolences! He will be missed and remembered for all his services to the community!
God bless his soul

Mehrnoush , April 18, 2023

Baha'I community and his family

Sorry to hear the loss of Baha'i member, Lester . My sincere condolences to all his friends and family . I pray for his soul in Abha Kingdom.

Nasrin Azadeh, April 18, 2023

Lester's family

I had the pleasure to have Lester as one of my Baha'i school teachers for a year as a child. I remember him as warm person with a very contagious smile. Lots of love to his whole family. Sorry for your loss.

Sherwin Habibi, April 19, 2023

Shabnam

Hello Shabnam,
Jake and I send our heart felt condolences to you and your extended families. Peace and strength be with you.
Love
Kathy and Jake Thomas
North Bay

Kathy and Jake, April 19, 2023

Shabnam and relatives

I had the pleasure to have Lester as one of the volunteer drivers who drove our team from Ottawa to Brockville in order to conduct Baha'i children's classes. On the way back and forth, we enjoyed listening to his wisdom and what he has learnt from the difficulties he had faced including the fire. He also mentioned his beloved wife whom I've not met and how grateful he was for having her. I've not known him for a long time but he definitely has left an impact on me. Shabnam, my sincere condolences. May God bless his soul and give you the needed patience.

Haidy Mostafa, April 20, 2023

Shabnam

Hi Shabnam,

So sorry to hear of Lester‘s passing. I only briefly met him one or two times. This was so sudden, and must have been quite a shock for you. My sincere condolences!

Carry, April 20, 2023

Dear Shabnam wife of the late Lester Clarke

May the Almighty bestow grace upon Lester's soul and offer him a near by seat of His Throne.

Dergham & Milook Aqiqi, April 20, 2023

Malcolm, Cathy and family

Ray and I would like to offer our condolences to you Malcolm and Cathy. Cherish the fond memories you have of your brother. He sounds like a wonderful, kind soul.
Hugs Penny and Ray

Penny Sampson , April 27, 2023

Malcolm and Cathy

Jim and I would like to express our sincere condolences on the loss of your brother Les. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time Jim and Sue Brushey.

Sue Brushey, April 27, 2023

Lester’s family

I am very sorry to hear of Lester’s passing. In 1988, my friend Beth and I opened a bakery on Beechwood Ave right next door to Lester’s barbershop. How lucky for us to have such a great neighbour! Lester was witty and very kind. Between baking and haircuts, we would often gather on the sidewalk for regular chats. The dogs in the neighbourhood could always find a treat on Lester’s bench in front of the shop! My son had his first haircut at Lester’s as did many kids in the neighbourhood. Lollipops were always on hand for the occasion. Beth’s brother would drive in from Arnprior for a regular trim. Lester was a shining light! My condolences to his family.

Kim Meimaroglou , June 2, 2023