Clyde Edward Cronover "Swede" was born July 19, 1926 in South Haven, Mich. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Nov. 24, 2006 in Greenway.

Clyde retired from Pontiac Motors in 1974 and loved playing drums with several groups, specializing in big band music. He will be remembered most for his love of music, his big heart, his great sense of humor, his faith, and his true love of life. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Arthur and Ruth (Olson) Cronover; brother Charles Cronover; and son Richard Cronover.

He is survived by his wife, Allene "Irish," six children: Diane Landers and Dave (Jeannie) Cronover of Arizona; Cindy Carroll; Bill (Chris) Girtman; Patty (D.J.) Upton of Michigan; and Susanne Kent of Mississippi. He was a much-loved Papa and Grandpa to twelve grand-children: Troy, Brandy, Aaron, Joshua, Jacob, Randi, Jessie, Jonathan, Nicole, Kyle, Jeanelle, and John; and five great-grandchildren: Khelil, Charly, Zoe, Ronnie, and Julia. He is also survived by a sister, Elaine Coulter and a brother, Bob Cronover; and many other relatives and friends.

A memorial service was held Sunday, Nov. 26, 2006, at the Hopewell Baptist Church in Greenway. Hoggard & Sons Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.