Austin M. Clarke

GUILDERLAND – Austin M. Clarke, 71, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2013. Born in New York City, he was the son of the late Albert and Joan Clarke, Jr. Austin was a graduate of the State University of Albany. He worked for New York State Department of Corrections, retiring in 2002. After his retirement, Austin was a bus driver for the Guilderland School District. Austin was an accomplished photographer. He enjoyed playing golf with his friends at the Western Turnpike Country Club.


Austin is survived by his wife, Noreen V. Clarke and his children, Colin F. and Sophia L. Clarke.


A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). Calling hours will be Thursday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Purrfect Companions, Inc., 501 2nd Ave., Albany, NY 12206.