Clyde Wesley Weaver
February 25th, 1928 - February 11th, 2022
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Clyde's Obituary
Clyde Wesley Weaver was born on February 25, 1928, at home in Buchanan, Michigan. His parents were Cleo Ismae and Earl Franklin Weaver. He passed away on Friday, February 11, 2022. Clyde entered into marriage with Geraldine Elizabeth Dies on May 27, 1950. They shared 6 children and nearly 72 years of marriage. Surviving are his wife Geraldine and children Deborah (Scott) Carlson, Vickie Matlock, Connie (Gary) Smith, Corey (Raegan) Weaver, Scott (Pollie) Weaver and Cameron (Rhonda) Weaver. Grandchildren Erik Carlson, Bryan Carlson, Brent (Storm) Carlson, Justin (Laurie) Carlson, Andrea, Tarah and Aaron Matlock, Neilly (Carl) Eliason, Shakira (James) Westgate, Levi (Jey) Smith, Kiah and Klay Weaver, Wesley Weaver and Corrin (Jason) Boyko. They also shared the joy of seeing 18 great grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild born into this world. Clyde was the youngest of 5 children. His brother Doyle Weaver and Sisters Dene Wales, Vivian Price, Doris Weaver and Mona Carpenter and One great grandchild, Dawson Eliason, preceded Clyde in death.
Clyde and Geri were two very magical souls who fell in love on a blind date. They were both maddeningly stubborn and fiercely independent. After getting married Clyde purchased land in the City of Buchanan. He built their family home at the West end of Roe Street. Both Clyde and Geri resided in that home until the end. Those who were close to Clyde would often hear him call his wife by her pet name, “Toots”, and they were always seen holding hands. Clyde was devoted to their family, children and grandchildren. Clyde spent many years working for the City of Buchanan, starting at the Water Works in 1946. The City of Buchanan's Police Department held his heart from 1950-1988 and he retired as the Chief of Police. He returned in 1990 as Buchanan’s Code Enforcement Officer. He never fully retired as he went to work as a full-time distributor for one of his close friends Don Carbon, owner of The F.S. Carbon’s Company, also in Buchanan. While working for Carbon’s he was able to travel the entire United States and Hawaii with his wife Geri by his side. Often coming home with grand stories like meeting the very famous Colonel Sanders. And serving waffles to the devastated public after the Oklahoma City Bombing at the Federal Building, having been in the area at the time for a food show. Clyde was a selfless human being. Who appreciated the simple things in life.
Clyde was also a WWII veteran. He was the first man in Buchanan to be called to service for the Korean War. A lifelong member of the Buchanan American Legion Post 51. He was one of the oldest deputy Sheriffs for Berrien County, and he was a firm believer that “the only thing that would stop a bad man with a gun, was a good man with a gun.” Clyde served as an officer of the law for 38 years. Clyde was proud of the fact that he only had to discharge his firearm on Duty a few times. And when he had to shoot, he stopped the guys by shooting them in their butts! He was a member of the NRA and supported the 2nd amendment.
A gentleman to his wife and community. He was known to work 2 different jobs to support his family and allow his wife Geri to stay home and raise their children. And there was never a time he was without a gun or cigarette within arms reach. He was his grandchildren's safe space, a true guiding hero in all of our eyes. Clyde was truthful to a fault and taught us all to be true to our word. He never once worried about sunscreen. And always wore black cowboy boots, no matter the weather. There was not one single day that passed that he didn’t drink black coffee from morning through dinner. He was a witty guy who loved long drives with his wife, often stopping to pick up a grandchild or two for a cruise down a few country roads.
Clyde was given the gift of a very long and full life. It is now that he is required to give it back. This is so very hard for his entire surviving family. We were so lucky to have known him and grown from his existence. Even in the end, Clyde felt like his work here was not yet done. However, the call he received was an offer he couldn’t refuse. It came with a huge sign on bonus, a reunion with his many family and friends.
According to Clyde's wishes he will be cremated per arrangements made with Swem Funeral Home in Buchanan. His wishes are to have no services. Those wishing to send a condolence online may do so at swemchapel.com.
Clyde and Geri were two very magical souls who fell in love on a blind date. They were both maddeningly stubborn and fiercely independent. After getting married Clyde purchased land in the City of Buchanan. He built their family home at the West end of Roe Street. Both Clyde and Geri resided in that home until the end. Those who were close to Clyde would often hear him call his wife by her pet name, “Toots”, and they were always seen holding hands. Clyde was devoted to their family, children and grandchildren. Clyde spent many years working for the City of Buchanan, starting at the Water Works in 1946. The City of Buchanan's Police Department held his heart from 1950-1988 and he retired as the Chief of Police. He returned in 1990 as Buchanan’s Code Enforcement Officer. He never fully retired as he went to work as a full-time distributor for one of his close friends Don Carbon, owner of The F.S. Carbon’s Company, also in Buchanan. While working for Carbon’s he was able to travel the entire United States and Hawaii with his wife Geri by his side. Often coming home with grand stories like meeting the very famous Colonel Sanders. And serving waffles to the devastated public after the Oklahoma City Bombing at the Federal Building, having been in the area at the time for a food show. Clyde was a selfless human being. Who appreciated the simple things in life.
Clyde was also a WWII veteran. He was the first man in Buchanan to be called to service for the Korean War. A lifelong member of the Buchanan American Legion Post 51. He was one of the oldest deputy Sheriffs for Berrien County, and he was a firm believer that “the only thing that would stop a bad man with a gun, was a good man with a gun.” Clyde served as an officer of the law for 38 years. Clyde was proud of the fact that he only had to discharge his firearm on Duty a few times. And when he had to shoot, he stopped the guys by shooting them in their butts! He was a member of the NRA and supported the 2nd amendment.
A gentleman to his wife and community. He was known to work 2 different jobs to support his family and allow his wife Geri to stay home and raise their children. And there was never a time he was without a gun or cigarette within arms reach. He was his grandchildren's safe space, a true guiding hero in all of our eyes. Clyde was truthful to a fault and taught us all to be true to our word. He never once worried about sunscreen. And always wore black cowboy boots, no matter the weather. There was not one single day that passed that he didn’t drink black coffee from morning through dinner. He was a witty guy who loved long drives with his wife, often stopping to pick up a grandchild or two for a cruise down a few country roads.
Clyde was given the gift of a very long and full life. It is now that he is required to give it back. This is so very hard for his entire surviving family. We were so lucky to have known him and grown from his existence. Even in the end, Clyde felt like his work here was not yet done. However, the call he received was an offer he couldn’t refuse. It came with a huge sign on bonus, a reunion with his many family and friends.
According to Clyde's wishes he will be cremated per arrangements made with Swem Funeral Home in Buchanan. His wishes are to have no services. Those wishing to send a condolence online may do so at swemchapel.com.
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