Clyde Stanley

CLYDE STANLEY

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, cousin, and friend, Clyde Stanley went to his final home May 19, 2014. His unfailing love and devotion to his wife of 62 years, Greta, was an example to his children and grandchildren. To his wife, he was her world; his sons and grandsons, a genius with the ability to fix anything or share his knowledge on any subject; to his daughter, daughters-in-law, granddaughters, and sister, he was their hero.

Clyde was born September 21, 1929 in Leonia, Florida, the only son of Marcus Charles and Emma Alberta Lynn Stanley. He had two sisters Anita (Jerry) Headley, who was so much more than a sister, and Mazie (deceased 1939).

Married to Greta Barrow September 1951, this union brought a legacy of love through their children and following generations. Children: Diane Green, Joseph (Linda) Stanley, Mark (Dena) Stanley; Grandchildren: Shanna Green, Cory (Kimberli) Green, Chelsea Burlison, Amber Ebersole, Ashley (Jeff) Briggs, Brydon Stanley, April (Ray Higuera) Stanley, and Marcus Stanley; step grandchildren Kevin and Brody Woodling, 9 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Clyde was proud to have served his country retiring with 21 years active duty in the Air Force as a C124 (Ol' Shakey) flight engineer and 21 years civil service retiring from Hill AFB, UT as an aircraft maintenance supervisor.

Clyde was small in stature but a GIANT in the things that matter most, his endless love of God, family, friends, fellowman, and all animals. He was honorable, just, and fair. He was a humble man, true to his southern roots, and proud of his heritage. He was a quiet, wise man of few words but could speak volumes with a hug, a smile, a twinkle in his eyes or the raise of one eye brow.

He enjoyed many activities; antique cars (having rebuilt a prize winning '56 Thunderbird), Nascar, all sports (football being top of his list), riding ATVs on dirt or the sand dunes, even at age 84. Clyde died living where and doing what he loved. He continues to live on through the hearts of those who loved him.

Memorial services will be held at Aaron's Mortuary, 1050 So. State St., Clearfield, UT on June 4, 2014 at 4:00pm with Pastor John Parsley officiating. Those who wish to visit with family prior to services, can do so from 3:30-4 PM that day. Full military honors will be presented.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to Clearfield Community Church or any animal organization of your choice. Friends and family may send condolences at www.aaronsmortuary.com