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Clarke Saunders Obituary
Aiken - CLARKE THOMAS SAUNDERS, 26, passed away, Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at his residence.
Born in Augusta, GA, Clarke was a son of Charles Tucker and Carla Wingard Saunders III. He was a lifelong resident of Aiken, graduated from Aiken High School and attended The Art Institutes in Charleston, SC. He was a member of St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church. He enjoyed golf and college football and was an avid Carolina Gamecocks fan.
Surviving, in addition to his parents, are his two sons, whom he loved and adored, Patrick and Thomas Saunders; two brothers, Charles Tucker "Chad" Saunders IV. Chandler Tate Saunders, both of Aiken; paternal grandmother, Mary Clarke Saunders, Aiken; maternal grandfather, Alan Wingard, Aiken.
A graveside service will be held Saturday afternoon, May 19th at 2 o'clock in the St. Thaddeus Episcopal Churchyard with The Revs. Grant Wiseman and Joseph Whitehurst officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church.
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Timothy Odishoo
May 12, 2020
Think about Clarke often, I am still can't believe or understand. I pray for his family and hope that in some way some day they will have peace.
Henry and Allison Craen
May 18, 2018
At a loss for words. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Debbie Eblen
May 18, 2018
Carla and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know what I can do for you. You and the family are in my prayers. Debbie Marchal Eblen
Delori Brown
May 18, 2018
My condolences Carla to you and family. May your hearts heal through the love and memories of Clarke
Timothy Odishoo
May 18, 2018
I am saddened to hear of this tragedy. My heart goes out to the Saunders family. May Clarke's soul finally have peace.
Kathleen Grant
May 18, 2018
Carla and family, I was so sorry to hear of your son's passing. My prayers and thoughts have been with you during this sad time. He was a very handsome young man with an engaging smile. May God's love surround you during this time.
Carolyn SEIGLER
May 18, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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