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Clyde Karnes Jr.

1950 - 2021

BORN

1950

DIED

2021

Clyde Karnes Obituary

Clyde Preston Karnes, Jr. August 2, 1950 â€" January 28, 2021. The Lord called Clyde home Thursday due to complications related to COVID-19. Clyde will be remembered for his love of fishing but his even greater love of family. Clyde served in the Navy from 1970-1974 and spent most of his career as a mechanic at Overnight Transport. Clyde was preceded in death by his father Clyde Preston Karnes, Sr. “Popâ€�. He is survived by his mother Gloria; siblings Danny, Mark, David, and Laurie; wife of 47 years Brenda; sons Fred, Chris, and Brad; grandchildren Brittaney, Jake, Caleb, Koby, and Carley; great-granddaughter Summer. Clyde will be cremated, and the family will hold a memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Bedford County Rescue Squad.

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Published by Bedford Bulletin from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2021.

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Lewis Foster

February 9, 2021

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Julianne Estes

February 7, 2021

I once asked Clyde how he and Brenda met. It was love at first sight. Plain and simple. He loved his family, and if you were lucky enough to be his friend, well you were blessed to meet one of the best. We'll miss you Clyde. Our prayers are with Brenda and your children and grandchildren as well as all those that were lucky enough to call you their friend. The shores of Hatteras won't be the same without you. God take care of him for us...you sure got yourself an angel. Rest in Peace Clyde.

Jean & John

February 4, 2021

Great friend and fisherman. Enjoyed our times in Outer Banks, N C. Will definitely miss him

Fred Karnes

February 4, 2021

The two biggest loves in my Dad’s life was his wife of 47 years Brenda & fishing the beaches of Hatteras Island.
Everyone in Cape Woods Resort knew you and Chuckles & would ask you where are the fish biting?
Whenever you came back into Bedford you’d always bring back coolers of fish for your family & friends. We’re all gonna miss that.
Don’t worry about Mom or Chuckles us boys will take care of them. When you see Pop in Heaven till him that I miss him and to save me a spot on the beach.
Love ya,
#1

Glen Mayhew

February 4, 2021

Fred, Chris, and Brad. While I had not seen your dad in many years, I can still remember coming to your house as a youngster and being welcomed by your mom and dad as if I was one of you. I know you will greatly miss him, but cherish the memories. Glen

Joe (Hank) and Bonnie Connelly

February 3, 2021

We are going to miss fishing with you old friend. Bonnie and I had some of our best times fishing on the beach with you and Brenda.

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