CMSgt. Clyde C. Schuetzle, USAF Retired, 95, passed away October 20, 2026. He was born April 23, 1931 in Mound City, South Dakota to the late John and Mary (Schnaible) Schuetzle. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Lavon Carol Schuetzle; second wife, Ilene Schuetzle; son, Jay Schuetzle; step-daughter, Susan Stults Miller; great granddaughter, Marlee Schuetzle; and siblings Wayne and Bernice.

Clyde proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 31 years, retiring with the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. His military career took him through both the Korean and Vietnam wars. During the Korean War, he served as a gunner aboard a B-29 bomber.

After retirement, Clyde started a local business making personalized license plates for people. He took pride in his work and enjoyed creating something special for others.

Clyde was a founding member of Hope Lutheran Church in Jacksonville and had been a faithful part of the congregation since its very beginning. Over the years, he served in numerous capacities and always helped wherever he was needed. His dedication and years of service helped lay a foundation that will continue to bless the congregation for generations to come.

Left to cherish Clyde’s memory are his son, Robb (Kimberlee) Schuetzle; step-daughters, Debbie (David) Gibbs and Pamela (Richard) Pasierb; grandchildren, Kristopher Staton, Brandon (Landa) Kerr, Aaron Gibbs, Kira (Lake) Davis, Brittany (Michaela) Harper, Amanda (Scott) Lucas, Mickey (Allison) Schuetzle, Randy (Natalie) Schuetzle, Jay Henry, Julie Henry, and Parker Schuetzle; twelve great grandchildren; and siblings, Roger Schuetzle, Lyle Schuetzle, Janice Hilt, Eunice Swenson, Yvonne Bucklin, and Peggy Furher.

A special thank you to Nancy Weber for taking Clyde under your wing.

A funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 23, 2026 at Hope Lutheran 1904 McArthur Drive in Jacksonville. Visitation will be one hour prior, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the church. Clyde will be laid to rest at Chapel Hill Memorial Park in Jacksonville with full military honors.