Late local man’s generosity living on through BGHF | InQuinte.ca
×
Today's latest storiesCouncil experience shines in PEC Chamber's Mayoral candidates debateHouse in Murray Ward destroyed in large fireNight in White raises $40,000 for YMCA Strong Kids CampaignBuilding numbers still playing catchup in Quinte WestUPDATE: One person taken into custody in Napanee following police search TuesdayB&E investigation results in chargesLate local man's generosity living on through BGHFOpen house ahead of another council conversation on data centre in Quinte WestL&A County OPP seeking more information from public in suspicious Napanee fire last weekNew non-emergency phone number to report illegal campfires in NapaneeQuinte Labour Council endorses candidates in Belleville, Quinte WestThanksgiving Weekend service changes in BellevilleOPP lay impaired charges following two crashes in Lennox and AddingtonHelp animals with the Ontario SPCA's Fall Draws for Paws 50/50 LotteryTwo people charged following domestic incident in BellevilleQuinte West Mayor Jim Harrison endorses Mayoral CandidateBeyond the Headlines - Career Fair today in BellevilleBurger Revolution wins at Savour the Flavour in downtown BellevilleFrost advisory in Quinte on Tuesday morningWork in Quinte Career Fair on Tuesday in Belleville
Photo: Submitted

Late local man’s generosity living on through BGHF

By Brock Ormond Oct 6, 2026 | 2:20 PM

A late local man’s generosity will continue to live on at the Belleville General Hospital Foundation.

Terry Clarke is continuing to make a difference in the community he loved through a $100,000 gift from his Estate to the BGHF.

A special gathering took place at Quinte Health, Belleville General Hospital celebrating his life and generosity.

True to his giving nature, Terry specifically wanted to recognize three nurses who showed him exceptional kindness and support during his visits to the hospital: Sarah Ryckman, Medical Day Clinic; Sunday Lucas and Theresa Kijak, Diagnostic Imaging.

His gift will impact their departments as well as Oncology. Funds are also allocated to purchase priority medical equipment that will support front line nurses and staff.

Additionally, Clarke supported the Cancer Clinic at Kingston General Hospital and the Terry Fox Foundation.

“Terry’s gift is such a fitting reflection of who he was,” says Erin Hewitson, Major Gifts Officer, Belleville General Hospital Foundation. “He thought about the people who had made a difference to him and the areas of the hospital where he wanted to make a difference for others. Estate gifts like Terry’s are such a powerful way to leave a lasting legacy.”

Clarke was described as a hard worker who held many roles in his life. He was well known as a bus driver for Belleville Transit, a coach driver for Trent-Way Wager, a bartender at the Ramada Inn, employed at Concentrix and sold tickets for the Ontario Lottery Corp.

Clarke faced his battle with cancer with the same optimism and determination that defined his whole life.

With each new medical obstacle, he would say: ‘I have another hurdle to conquer,’ or at times, ‘This one is more of a high jump.’

Lynn Chipps, Terry’s sister, shared he was full of life and so much fun to be around. “He had the coolest stories to tell about some of the crazy adventures he lived through. He had a heart of gold and was always there if you needed him. He gave his time, energy and love generously. Knowing that his generosity will continue helping people at the Belleville General Hospital is incredibly meaningful.”

Photo: Submitted