Clyde W. 'Ole Clyde Boy' Ylitalo, 86

Clyde W. Ylitalo passed peacefully July 2, 2024, at home in Coeur d’Alene with his children surrounding him.

Clyde was born on a farm west of the village of Wolf Lake, Becker City, Minn., to Waino and Miriam (Koskela) Ylitalo. He was one of eight children who came west in 1959 to work in construction. He was co-owner of his own drywall company and retired in 1998. He was a longtime member of Christ the King Lutheran Church, a dedicated blood donor, and a member of Finlandia. Clyde was captain of his high school basketball team. 

His passion for college basketball was unparalleled. He loved working with his hands as a Finnish carpenter, making cabinets and tables, and restoring his beloved 100-year-old home. 

Clyde is preceded in death by his parents: sisters Viola, Mildred, Verna and Verlene; brothers Wilburt (infant), Wesley and Raymond. He is survived by younger brother, Rodney (Alice) of Enid, Okla.; daughters Holly Payne, Marsha (Robert) Dee, Deborah (Duane) Harrison; son CW4 Jeffrey (Kim) Ylitalo; three granddaughters: Allyson, Maggie and Aubrey; two grandsons: Matt (heather) Dee and Abram Ylitalo; great-granddaughters: Alexa Deming and Hadleigh Payne of Coeur d’Alene; and numerous nieces and nephews, including Minnesota families.

As Clyde stated, “God Bless you all and thank you for the privilege of growing with my children.”

There are no formal funeral services. Donations in memory of Clyde can be made to Hospice of North Idaho (2290 W. Prairie Ave., Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815).

Yates Funeral Home is entrusted with the care of arrangements. Please visit Clyde’s online memorial and sign his guestbook at www.yatesfuneralhomes.com.

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