Clive Bowen Adcock
November 30, 1943 - December 4, 2012
Clive Bowen Adcock
November 30, 1943 – December 4, 2012
Content with his life, Clive passed away December 4, 2012, surrounded by his family.
Clive was born during the war on November 30, 1943 in Reigate, England, where he recalls being sheltered by his mother during air raid sirens. His competitive nature evidenced itself at a young age in swimming. His father was his coach and Clive won many swim meet medals. As a young teen and a child of the '60's, he became more and more interested in music, both vocally and playing the bass guitar and harmonica. His closest friends from swimming formed the band, "The Five Aces" and they went from performing at local venues to opening for bands such as the Beatles and The Rolling Stones, even singing with Tina Turner, to being produced and appearing on television. While playing in the band, he trained as an engineer.
He married Patricia Anne Buckland and they agreed to disagree together for the rest of their lives. His desire to see the world led he and Pat to pack up their belongings and $100 and emigrate to Montreal where he took his first engineering job at a pulp and paper mill in Quevillion. His first son, Craig Brian was born in Quebec and the new family returned to Europe before permanently emigrating to North America. There, the family grew with two more sons, Kirk Edwin and Gregory Zel. Clive joined his dear friend, Bob Walsh, in his instrumentation company where Clive opened offices in Brazil and Europe. His experiences at Walsh Engineering enabled and encouraged him to open his own company, Bowen Engineering. Bowen became recognized around the world as fulfilling a niche in the marketplace. He truly made a positive difference to the mining world, but more importantly, he made the world at large a little bit brighter, a little bit more fun and a little bit more interesting because he made sure that those around him were better off by his contributions. As an International Man of Mystery, Clive took his flying circus to every corner of the globe, from frozen Russia to the deserts of Saudi Arabia. Upon his "retirement" he helped his youngest son build a business which is now established as a successful international company.
All of this work which took him around the world on many adventures was to provide and establish a life for his family. He sacrificed much for the love of his family. His passion for his grandchildren was all-consuming. He was their favorite story-teller sharing many of his made-up tales. He will be missed by all of them, including Caidyn Hope, who lovingly nicknamed her grandfather "Tayg"; Seth Zachary; Rylee Quinn; Jordi Bowen; and Jack.
In addition to his wife, children and grandchildren, he leaves behind his daughters-in-law Jo, Stacey and Rosie; and his sister Julie (Brian) Spencer.
A celebration of Clive's life will be held at the family home in Park City, at 2:00pm, on the 9th of December 2012. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Clive's name to "The Miami Project" in pursuit of the cure for paralysis at www.miamiproject.miami.edu.
Arrangements entrusted to Starks Funeral Parlor. Online condolences may be offered to the family and memorial tribute may be viewed at www.starksfuneral.com
In Loving Memory
We truly are saddened by the news of Clives passing. He was truly a good friend and highly respected associate when at Aker Kvaerner. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Steve and Lynn Parks
Steven Parks
Houston, Tx
The entire world will miss this bloke; He was a friend to us all and a model of good cheer and a positive outlook on life. The entire engineering business will mourn the loss of one of the truly gifted individuals of this industry. God rest your soul my friend!
Eric Kahre
Houston, Tx
Mark and I feel blessed to have met and enjoyed Clive as well as Pat. What a wonderful person; full of life and energy and everyone who met him was impacted by him. He will be missed and we can't express how deeply we are saddened by his passing. God bless you and yours Clive. Rest in peace.
Mark & Liz Shubin
Sandy, Ut
Clive, I will miss you a lot my Friend and great Mentor. Thank You for everything you did for me and for so many others.
Joao Marques
Salt Lake City, uT
I was very saddened by the news of Clive's passing. I started working for Clive in 1996, right after Bowen Engineering changed to Kvaerner Bowen. My eight years under Clive's leadership were very rewarding and there was no one in the industry with his vision. Clive thank you for allowing me to be part of this vision and sucess, I will miss you.
Marco A. Serrano
Salt Lake City, Ut
We were sorry to read of Clive's passing. The phrase "larger-than-life" describes our memory of Clive. Our thoughts are with Pat and sons. David & Lisa Actor
David & Lisa Actor
Park City, UT
I am so very sad to hear about Clive passing. He is a man that I have always admired, full of laghter and joy. He always had a sparkle in his eye! He was one of the many people whom helped me along in getting my career underway. I have never forgotten that. The entire Adcock family has always held a special place in my heart. I love you all and hope your sorrow turns to cheerful memories of this great family patriarch. ALL MY LOVE to each of you, Pat. Craig, Kirk and Greg. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Your friend, Vandi
Vandi Wharton Rimer
Denver, Co
Pat: We are saddened to hear of Clive's passing. He was always a joy to visit with. Little did we know of his many accomplishments! Our thoughts are with you and your family. In Sympathy and Friendship: Pam and Robert Hilbert
Pamela and Robert Hilbert
Park City, Ut
Pat: I am sorry to hear about Clive. He was a man of incredible energy, never stopping whatever projects he was working on for a moment. (you are the same) It was an amazing experience working with the two of you building your houses. Steve Morgan Park City Utah.
Steve Morgan
Park City, Ut
Pat, I am so sorry to hear about Clive passing. We haven't talked in a while but I wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed talking with him over the years. He was always lighthearted with me and provided a good ribbing when appropriate (or not)! You and your family are in my thoughts,. I missed the article in the paper until just now or I would have stopped by the house for a visit, All my best, Tom Peek
Tom Peek
Park City, Ut
In urma discutiei tncefoeile cu dvs.rog raspuns in legatura cu materialul pentru o comanda de 10 buc.lenjerii pat pentru o persoana(cod C01),14 buc lenjerii pat 2 persoane matrimonial(cod C03).Toate lenjeriile vreau sa fie din acelasi material (bumbac creponat) iar codurile materialelor le enumar in ordinea preferintelor:2101,,2701,4101,3501,2702,4901,1902,1904,4305,4306.Referitor la fetele de perna,pentru toate cele 24 seturi,dimensiunile as dori sa fie 70/50 in loc de 75/75.Deasemenea ma intereseaza materialul cu codul5001 si 5002 pentru cate 2 bucati lenjerie de o persoana, si 1 buc.lenjerie 2 pers. cod (C02)din material 5001 , materialul cu cod 0201 pentru 1 buc.lenjerie 2 pers.pat matrimonial cu dimensiuni cod (C04)si o1 buc.lenjerie 2 persoane cod(C02)+4 fete perna 40/40,materialul cu cod 2202 pt.1 buc lenjerie 2 pers. cod(CS02) + 2 buc fete perna 40/40 (satinat creponat).Pentru naproane nu am vazut culorile si materialul,dar daca aveti ma intereseaza 10 buc verde maslina sau caramiziu si 5 buc.crem.Rog seriozitate.Multumesc
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So sorry to hear of Clive's passing. I knew Clive as a teenager and for a brief moment in time sang for his group, The Five Aces. We worked together as trainees at Foxboro Yoxall in Redhill, Surrey. I too was a keen swimmer but still never good enough to beat Clive. We competed on a number of ocassions in school competitionns and work swimming galas. We lost touch when I moved away from Foxboro and subsequently, in 1967, emigrated to Australia. I have forgotten many people over the years but Clive has always been in my thoughts when reminiscing about "the good old days" Rest in peace mate.
Anthony (Tony) Painter
Melbourne, Australia, nan
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