Celebrating the life of
Philip Clark Honnold, Jr.
August 22, 1941 - August 27, 2012
Philip Clark Honnold, Jr. died Monday afternoon August 27th, 2012 at home. He died peacefully surrounded by his family and under the care of Island Hospice.
Clark was born in Oklahoma City on August 22, 1941 to Philip Clark Honnold, Sr. and Elaine Buck Honnold.
He graduated from the Casady School in 1959 and from the University of Oklahoma in 1964. He was a member of SAE and kept in touch with many of his brothers during his life. After attending Southern Methodist University in Dallas he embarked on a sales career for almost fifty years. His first job after college was with the Dr. Pepper Parent Co., Dallas. He was a zone manager in Dallas was transferred to Greenville, S.C. and on to Atlanta where he met and married his wife Kay.
In 1972 he joined the Branigar Organization and he and Kay moved to Savannah in 1974 where he was a member of the original sales staff developing The Landings on Skidaway Island. Those were happy years as he and Kay were pioneers on the island. The most rewarding years were spent starting in the early eighties as an Associate Broker with his dear friends Bob and Reba Laramy with Prudential Southeast Coastal Properties. His relationships with customers and co-workers was most important to him.
Clark was an avid reader. He enjoyed newspapers, politics and sports; especially college football.
Clark was predeceased by his father and by grandparents Mr. and Mrs. C. Edgar Honnold, Oklahoma City and Mr. & Mrs. J Frank Buck of Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Survivors who will cherish his memories include his wife Kay, daughter Laine Kelley Eubank and husband Norvin, his beloved mother Elaine Buck Honnold, Oklahoma City, brother Frank Buck Honnold, Denver, sister Carol Elaine Morrison, Colorado Springs, nephews Tres, Buck & Clark and Sara Melton. Colorado Springs and Clark & Sara's children Alexander, Victoria, Imogen, and Deaglan. Clark's adored grandchildren Court, Isabella Caroline and Jack Clark Kelley. Also surviving are his many friends and co-workers.
There will be a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. Saturday September 1, 2012 at the Wilmington Island Presbyterian Church, 450 N. Cromwell Road.
Interment will be in Shawnee, Oklahoma in the Buck family plot with his beloved maternal grandparents who were such a tremendous influence on his life. They taught the skills to be the wonderful grandfather he was.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the charity of your choice.
KAY, I WAS SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT CLARK'S PASSING. PLEASE KNOW THAT MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. CLARK WAS SO FORTUNATE TO HAVE YOU AS HIS LOVING WIFE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. LOVE, THEA BLANTON
- THEA BLANTON, SAVANNAH, GA
I was so sorry to hear about Clark...our families grew up together and I still stay in touch with Elaine and Buck...Please accept my deepest sympathies in this hour of grief.... Sincerely...Marthe Rucks-Perry
- Marthe Rucks-Perry, Norman, OK
Dear Honnolds, I remember Clark with happy thoughts and fondness. Our families shared so many fun times together. My prayers are with you. Love, Peg
- Peg Malloy, Oklahoma City, OK
Less than three years ago, I enjoyed my 50th Casady reunion dinner at a table that I shared with Clark and Kay. It is difficult to realize that we have lost Clark. I pray that the Lord will ease your grief in time.
- Bill Butler, Oklahoma City, OK
Dear Kay and Laine, I remember our times together when Louis and I lived in Atlanta. I was so sorry to hear about Clark. He and I had some crazy times together when we were at Casady. We would go to the Split-T for lunch and a rum and coke. I hope to see him again in heaven. Much love to you and yours at this time. Love and Blessings, Karen Byrd Williams Johnston
- Karen Byrd Williams Johnston, Dallas,, TX
Kay and Laine, My deepest sympathy on the passing of Clark. He was such a sweet and kind man. I know he will be truely missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Taylor,Tonia,and Brandy Parrott
- Tonia, Bluffton, SC
Dear Kay and family, Clark was an outstanding fraternity member and always a pleasure to be around. He helped make those days at OU memorable and obviously continued to do so throughout his life. My condolences to the family and close friends. Hank Kerr
- Hank Kerr, Des Moines, WA
Dear Kay, With our Love and Sympathy, Nancy and John
- Nancy and John, Savannah, GA
To the Honnold Family, I am so sorry to learn of Clark's passing. I was an SAE with Clark at OU and have many good memories of times with Clark in Norman and the City. He was a great young man and it was always fun to be with him-- except for the gin games. He usually won! My warmest condolences, Guy Willibey
- Guy R Willibey, HOUSTON, TX
Dearest Kay, You know I love you and loved Dear Clark. He was always so kind to me and always asked about Jack Henry! My heart is filled with sadness for you, Laine, and the family and I am sending prayers of peace and comfort from our Father in Heaven.
- Deborah, Savannah, GA
Kay and Family, I am so very sorry to hear about Clark. You and Clark were very dear to Mike and me and I know he will be missed by many. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself. Love, Shannon
- Shannon S. Austin, Oklahoma City, OK
My warmest wishes to Kay and the Family. My memories of Clark span almost 60 years. Those memories are all very comforting. I send my deep condolences to all. With dearest regards, Jack Malloy
- Jack Malloy, Oklahoma City, OK
I was so sad to hear the news of Mr. Honnold. He was a dear frind of my fathers. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
- Elisabeth T. Austin, Houston, TX
Kay & Family: Clark's roommate at Hospice passed away August 21st. You were so wonderful to Daddy. You and Clark were welcome company for that short period of time. We in Tom Daniels family grieve with you and thank you at the same time. Joy
- Joy Schwartz, Savannah, GA
Dear Kay, I have thought about you each day during the past few months and prayed for you, Clark, Laine and her children. Those thoughts and prayers will continue in the days ahead. I am here for you if there is anything I can do for you. Love, Jan
- Jan Crawford, Savannah, GA
My friendship with Clark and Kay started when I joined Branigar at The Landings. We had a great group and many fond memories. Clark will be truly missed.
- Philip Jones, Savannah, GA
Kay,my deepest sympathy on the passing of Clark.There were many happy times in the early days of The Landings.Clark played a big part in the development.He will be missed.
- Tom Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Kay, I will always remember the days Clark & I lived togehter in Dallas before i got married and the fun we had. I knew Clark at OU and also when we were in the army reserves prior to Dallas. He was always good about calling when he was in town and I will miss his freindship. will see you soon. Phil & Mary
- Phil Truss, , OK
Thinking of you in this sorrowful time. Love, Marion Austin
- Marion Austin, Oklahoma City, OK
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Betty McWilliams
- Betty McWilliams, Oklahoma City, OK
Dearest Kay, I am so very sorry about Clark. I hope to see you again if you were to visit your Family here in the City. I shall pray for you. Herta xxxooo
- Herta Klima, Oklahoma City, OK
KAY, I WAS SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT CLARK'S PASSING. PLEASE KNOW THAT MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. CLARK WAS SO FORTUNATE TO HAVE YOU AS HIS LOVING WIFE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. LOVE, THEA BLANTON
- THEA BLANTON, SAVANNAH, GA
I was so sorry to hear about Clark...our families grew up together and I still stay in touch with Elaine and Buck...Please accept my deepest sympathies in this hour of grief.... Sincerely...Marthe Rucks-Perry
- Marthe Rucks-Perry, Norman, OK
Dear Honnolds, I remember Clark with happy thoughts and fondness. Our families shared so many fun times together. My prayers are with you. Love, Peg
- Peg Malloy, Oklahoma City, OK
Less than three years ago, I enjoyed my 50th Casady reunion dinner at a table that I shared with Clark and Kay. It is difficult to realize that we have lost Clark. I pray that the Lord will ease your grief in time.
- Bill Butler, Oklahoma City, OK
Dear Kay and Laine, I remember our times together when Louis and I lived in Atlanta. I was so sorry to hear about Clark. He and I had some crazy times together when we were at Casady. We would go to the Split-T for lunch and a rum and coke. I hope to see him again in heaven. Much love to you and yours at this time. Love and Blessings, Karen Byrd Williams Johnston
- Karen Byrd Williams Johnston, Dallas,, TX
Kay and Laine, My deepest sympathy on the passing of Clark. He was such a sweet and kind man. I know he will be truely missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Taylor,Tonia,and Brandy Parrott
- Tonia, Bluffton, SC
Dear Kay and family, Clark was an outstanding fraternity member and always a pleasure to be around. He helped make those days at OU memorable and obviously continued to do so throughout his life. My condolences to the family and close friends. Hank Kerr
- Hank Kerr, Des Moines, WA
Dear Kay, With our Love and Sympathy, Nancy and John
- Nancy and John, Savannah, GA
To the Honnold Family, I am so sorry to learn of Clark's passing. I was an SAE with Clark at OU and have many good memories of times with Clark in Norman and the City. He was a great young man and it was always fun to be with him-- except for the gin games. He usually won! My warmest condolences, Guy Willibey
- Guy R Willibey, HOUSTON, TX
Dearest Kay, You know I love you and loved Dear Clark. He was always so kind to me and always asked about Jack Henry! My heart is filled with sadness for you, Laine, and the family and I am sending prayers of peace and comfort from our Father in Heaven.
- Deborah, Savannah, GA
Kay and Family, I am so very sorry to hear about Clark. You and Clark were very dear to Mike and me and I know he will be missed by many. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself. Love, Shannon
- Shannon S. Austin, Oklahoma City, OK
My warmest wishes to Kay and the Family. My memories of Clark span almost 60 years. Those memories are all very comforting. I send my deep condolences to all. With dearest regards, Jack Malloy
- Jack Malloy, Oklahoma City, OK
I was so sad to hear the news of Mr. Honnold. He was a dear frind of my fathers. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
- Elisabeth T. Austin, Houston, TX
Kay & Family: Clark's roommate at Hospice passed away August 21st. You were so wonderful to Daddy. You and Clark were welcome company for that short period of time. We in Tom Daniels family grieve with you and thank you at the same time. Joy
- Joy Schwartz, Savannah, GA
Dear Kay, I have thought about you each day during the past few months and prayed for you, Clark, Laine and her children. Those thoughts and prayers will continue in the days ahead. I am here for you if there is anything I can do for you. Love, Jan
- Jan Crawford, Savannah, GA
My friendship with Clark and Kay started when I joined Branigar at The Landings. We had a great group and many fond memories. Clark will be truly missed.
- Philip Jones, Savannah, GA
Kay,my deepest sympathy on the passing of Clark.There were many happy times in the early days of The Landings.Clark played a big part in the development.He will be missed.
- Tom Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Kay, I will always remember the days Clark & I lived togehter in Dallas before i got married and the fun we had. I knew Clark at OU and also when we were in the army reserves prior to Dallas. He was always good about calling when he was in town and I will miss his freindship. will see you soon. Phil & Mary
- Phil Truss, , OK
Thinking of you in this sorrowful time. Love, Marion Austin
- Marion Austin, Oklahoma City, OK
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Betty McWilliams
- Betty McWilliams, Oklahoma City, OK
Dearest Kay, I am so very sorry about Clark. I hope to see you again if you were to visit your Family here in the City. I shall pray for you. Herta xxxooo
- Herta Klima, Oklahoma City, OK
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
