Clyde Wilson England Sr., 86, passed away on Dec. 18, 2021, in Safford, Arizona. He was born on Sept. 2, 1935, in Graham, Oklahoma to Claude and Evelyn England.
Clyde graduated from Buckeye Union High School in 1955. After high school, he became a gas welder for El Paso Natural Gas for 33 years until he retired. Clyde was a member of the Rodeo Cowboy Association, ARA-AZ Rodeo Asso., American Quarter Horse Association, and AZ Racing Asso.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Barbara Means, and Frances Lee.
He is survived by his loving companion of 11 years, Melba Hopper; children, Clyde Jr. (Paula) England, Kevin (Gloria) England, and Sharlot (O.A.) Martinez; four grandchildren, Clyde “Bud” England, Kelli Werner, Raquel Dorame, and Clayton Sweet, and nine great-grandchildren.
Clyde enjoyed roping, watching roping, and especially coaching his kids, and grandkids how to rope. His favorite saying was, “Bud can’t tell time”. He loved his family, gathering with friends and family at his arena, and horses.
The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 29, at McDougal’s Caldwell Chapel located at 112 E. Main St. Safford, Arizona, 85546. Interment will follow at Safford Union Cemetery located at 400 W. Discovery Park Blvd., Safford, Arizona, 85546.
Arrangements are being cared for by McDougal’s Caldwell Funeral Chapel, 928-428-1740.
