Clyde Emmerson Yeager, Jr., 91, of Birmingham, Alabama, was welcomed into heaven on June 28, 2023. Clyde was born on June 22, 1932 to Clyde Emmerson Yeager, Sr. and Annie Mae Wilkins Yeager. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Anna Faye Yeager; parents; sister, Katherine Yeager Nelson; stepdaughter, Kelly Bailey; and step-grandson, Christopher Barnes. He leaves behind his wife of almost 28 years, Carolyn B. Yeager; children, William “Bill” Yeager and Kristy Yeager Miley (Don); grandchildren, Caitlin Hoyle (Chase) and Lauren Miley; stepdaughter, Tami Holby; step-grandchildren, Jeremy Holby (Heaven), Jessica Barnes, and K.C. Speake.
Clyde will always be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather, but most especially a Christian, who always tried to model himself after Jesus. He was a faithful member of Shades Mountain Baptist Church for many years. He was honest and caring, and did everything that he could to help anyone in need. His family and friends were blessed by his love for them.
Clyde proudly served our country in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict, and later the United States Marine Corps Reserves. He was the Co-owner and an engineer at H.N. Donahoo, Inc. Clyde was a dependable and hard worker.
Clyde's family would like to say a special thank you to the caring staff of Southeast Hospice. Their love, care, and comfort during his last few days are greatly appreciated.
There will be private services at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Clyde’s memory to the Missionary Fund at Shades Mountain Baptist Church.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.johnsridoutselmwoodchapel.com for the Yeager family.
