Clyde Roland Durrance Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Clyde R. Durrance, 98 Okeechobee – Clyde R. Durrance passed away on March 22, 2021. A lifelong resident of Okeechobee, he was a member of the First Baptist Church of Okeechobee. He loved the community and served as County Commissioner for four terms. He may also be remembered for the many years he drove a school bus. He had many occupations. He was a cattle rancher and had a commercial hay operation. He built and ran the Brahma Burger Drive-in Restaurant. He owned and operated the Jiffy convenience store. He built Town ‘n Country Mobile Home Park and made many friends during the 44 years he owned the park. His favorite pastime was quail hunting and he spent many hours watching his bird dogs hunt. Mr. Durrance was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Harvey Durrance, and his daughter, Patricia Durrance. He is survived by his son, Roland Durrance (Lynda); daughter, Rosa Butler (R.D.); six grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; and one great great grandson. The family would like to thank all the many friends and caregivers that have been so loyal over the years to Papa Clyde. Memorial contributions can be made to the First Baptist Church, 401 SW 4th ST, Okeechobee FL 34974 or Hospice of Okeechobee, PO Box 1548, Okeechobee, FL 34973. Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Evergreen Cemetery. Those wishing to leave a message of condolence may sign the register book at, www.OkeechobeeFuneralHome.com All arrangements are entrusted to the direction and care of the Buxton & Bass Okeechobee Funeral Home, 400 North Parrott Avenue, Okeechobee, Florida, 34972.

Clyde Roland Durrance

August 15, 1922 - March 22, 2021

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