Clyde Cecil Bice

Clyde Cecil Bice, 99, passed away peacefully at home under hospice care in Des Moines on March 27, 2025. Services will be held in conjunction with his daughter Nancy’s funeral on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at McLaren’s Resthaven Chapel. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 12:00 p.m. Clyde will be laid to rest at Resthaven Cemetery.

A proud veteran, Clyde served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, working his way up to the rank of Sergeant. He carried his military pride throughout his life, remaining active with American Legion Post 374, where he enjoyed attending Wednesday evening meetings.

During his working years, Clyde held various jobs, including custodian and janitorial work, factory labor making wash tubs, and even cleaning sand pits. Though he lived a simple life, he had a charming way with the ladies and was known for his warm personality. Clyde enjoyed woodworking, often building birdhouses, and treasured the time he spent with his family.

He is survived by his daughters, Candy (Jose) Aguilar and JoAnn Bice and Nancy Bice; grandchildren, Jose (Perla) Aguilar, Cecilia (Blaine) Moyle, and Christina (Jared) Starr; and great-grandchildren, Jeremiah, Olivia, Jade, Julian, Stella, Blaine Jr., Magnus, Claire, and Nova. Clyde was preceded in death by his wives, Edna, Carol, and Virginia; and siblings, Margie Martelli, Charles Bice, and Fern Mikealls.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Easterseals Iowa.

Visit www.mclarensresthavenchapel.com for the Bice family.