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March 1, 2020
I would like to offer my sincerest respect to the family and friends of mr clyde stubblefield may the God of tender mercies grant him peace
March 21, 2017
Just want to say thank you for being the good man to my family, for that I will always remember you Rest in Peace Uncle Clyde.
Frank Fiero Stubblefield 3
March 14, 2017
Now you have grief;but I will see you again and your Hearst will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. John 16:22
May you remain in Gods memory.
Daniel, Lori, and Austin Hodges
March 9, 2017
Much love ,,
Thanks for all of the good music you have left us with Sir.
Listening to all of your work have really influenced a lot of young boys and girls to stay on beat....
You kept it on the 1......
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March 8, 2017
The exetspire shines through. Thanks for taking the time to answer.
Alba REYES-Stubblefield
March 4, 2017
Rest In Peace Clyde. You were a great father-in-law & grandfather to your grandchildren Christian Stubblefield & Christopher Stubblefield. I am sorry our communication did not continue after your son James Stubblefield passed in 2007, life is busy, I am sure there was a good reason for that. I want to say how proud I am for having the honor to have met & been part of your legacy. Your grandsons & I will miss your jolly personality!❤
A. Reyes-Stubblefield
P.S. if someone knows when his funeral is scheduled for please be so kind as to inform us at (253)347-4978, his grandchildren flew to Madison to attend his funeral but have no idea when it is scheduled. Thank you.
Alba REYES-Stubblefield
March 4, 2017
Condolences to my former father-in-law Clyde Stubblefield
Ruth
March 3, 2017
Clyde's passing is such a loss to everyone. I hope you and your family find the peace you deserve in time. Clyde was such a humble force of positive energy and gifted musician. Many thanks for guiding and encouraging my son Austin in his successful percussion career. He really just wanted to be you Clyde. He is working full time in music in NYC and paying his student loans. I hope you will be there playing when we come rolling thru the pearly gates. Grateful to have known you.
Alba REYES-Searles
March 3, 2017
Rest In Peace Clyde. You were a great father-in-law & grandfather to your grandchildren Christian Stubblefield & Christopher Stubblefield. I am sorry our communication did not continue after your son James Stubblefield passed in 2007, life is busy, I am sure there was a good reason for that. I want to say how proud I am for having the honor to have met & been part of your legacy. Your grandsons & I will miss your jolly personality!❤
A. Reyes-Stubblefield
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March 1, 2017
To The Stubblefield Family,
Death leaves a heartache that only Almighty God can heal. Love leaves precious memories that know one can steal. May, "the God of all comfort," be with you and your family during this time of sorrow.1Cor 15:26
With Kindness and Heartfelt Regret.
monica Scheepers
March 1, 2017
Rest in Harmony Clyde.
A legend at heart and rhythm. A great inspirational drummer, mentor of kindness and believe.
Thank you for all the positives vibes with joy you did send out in your musical craftmanship.
It is a great loss. Sending light and strength to his family and friends. Love
Loretta Delbridge
February 25, 2017
To the family and friends of Clyde Stubblefield, I'm so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. Loretta, Henrico Va.
Mae
February 25, 2017
RIP Clyde!! My thoughts and prayers to your family and friends.
February 24, 2017
Condolences to your family during this time of grief. May the God of peace provide comfort as you mourn the loss of your dear loved one. Matthew 5:4
Smith Family
February 24, 2017
My most sincerest and heartfelt condolences go out to the immediate and extended family of Mr. Clyde Stubblefield. Of course I was a fan of the "hardest working man in show business" along with his awesome band. Mr. Clyde was indeed the "Funky Drummer." I remember when he was a guest on a NPR show and he talked about how he developed his talent/skill along with meeting Mr. James Brown's high expectations (musically and performance wise). Our great musicians are leaving us..but we can always reminisce via their recordings, past performances and social media. Now that Mr. Stubblefield has crossed the bar (something all of us must do at life's end), we can loose him and let him go. There is a brighter side somewhere and surely Mr. Clyde Stubblefield can walk around Heaven all day with James Brown, Bobby Byrd and other greats as well as family/friends. "Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way" (Booker T. Washington). Respectfully submitted by: Artemus Flagg, Ph.D., LPC of Charlotte, NC.
Ts
February 23, 2017
Very sorry to hear of his passing, may the family, fans and fellow ban members find peace and comfort in his legacy. May God bless you during your grief.
G. Freeman
February 23, 2017
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Jon Kydd
February 23, 2017
Condolences to the family of Clyde Stubblefield. He was one of the best Drummers/ Musician of my lifetime.
C E
February 23, 2017
To the family and friends please accept my condolences and may the God of all comfort be with all of you as you cope...Jerimaih 28:11
Thomas Smerz
February 23, 2017
Clyde,
You will be surely missed as a Drummer myself I could appreciate your amazing style,you were definitely an incredible funk drummer.saw you with James Brown many years ago in Phoenix,Az. R.I.P.
Marqueze D. Williams, Sr.
February 22, 2017
My deepest love goes out to the Stubblefield family. Brother Clyde taught ALL of us what a moving pulse felt like. Thank you sir! Because of you I'm a better musician! May the funk live on! Blessings to all!
Teresa Gates
February 22, 2017
May you rest in peace. God bless.
yulandis coleman
February 22, 2017
I'm sitting here watching "UNSUNG " on TV ONE...
and there you are...I had just read your obit 2 days ago... I salute you and your contribution to our people...your beat will go on...
Sidney Jones
February 22, 2017
My sincere condolences at times such as this,few words of comfort maybe all that you can bear,so rely on God of all comfort and he will comfort you every morning in times of distress Isaiah 33:2.
JAMES LONG
February 22, 2017
My sympathy to STUBBLEFIELD family, may the God of all comfort help you to endure during this time of grief. PSALM 94:19.
February 22, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
February 22, 2017
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your love one.
February 22, 2017
Clyde gave many delightful moments by using his talents in accompanying James and is celebrated for that in recognition. May those and other private and more significant moments, treasured by family, bring pleasurable reflections for his family, often. Psalms 62:11,12.

Tina
February 21, 2017
To the Stubblefield family,May your heavy hearts reflect on the promises of Almighty God when he promises to obliterate all sickness,sorrow and even death. Won't that be a glorious day? Until then please cherish the loving and fond memories of Clyde.
AL
February 21, 2017
I am deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of Mr Clyde Stubblefield. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. May God's word found in Hosea 13:14 be of strength and comfort to you all in this time of grief. My prayers are with you all.
Jodie Weber
February 21, 2017
Clyde was an amazing musician and a true gift to the entertainment world! Sending many blessings and love to my family members who have suffered a great loss.
February 21, 2017
I am so sorry for the death of Clyde. May you be comforted in knowing that you are in the prayers of many.And that the God of all comfort will sustain you during this difficult time and in the days to come.
Christian
February 21, 2017
My condolences to the family of Clyde. Losing a loved one in death is one of the most tragic experiences we face a son humans. May the memories you have of Clyde bring you some comfort as our loving God will give you the courage and peace to endure in the days ahead.
Psalm 9:9,10
Mary V.
February 21, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. He left cherished memories for all who loved him and his talents.I wish you peace.
R. C.
February 21, 2017
To The Family Of Clyde Stubblefield
My deepest sympathy to the family during this time of such great sorrow. My hope is that you will find comfort in knowing that Almighty God is close to those brokenhearted heart.
Mrs. K. Jackson
February 21, 2017
May the words of comfort and the memories of a life well spent give the family a measure of peace. Know that such conditions as sickness, aging, and death will soon come to an end and life will be the way it was purposed to be.
RDR
February 21, 2017
Dear Stubblefied family and friends
May God of tender mercies be with you, may he comfort, and give you peace as well.
My sincere condolences to you
Verge Brinson
February 21, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family and friends. May you all find comfort in the many fond memories and happy time all shared with Mr Clyde Stubblefield.
Angela
February 21, 2017
I'm very sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold on to. May God continue to comfort your family (Psalm 9:9,10).
L.M.
February 21, 2017
May I extend my stubblefield sincere condolences to your family. May the God of all comfort, comfort your hearts as you mourn the loss of your loved one.
ARTIS.AC HUDSON SR.
February 20, 2017
Extended my prayers and heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends, fans in the transition of Clyde studdlefield.
w watson
February 20, 2017
hey man i love you
Yvonne
February 20, 2017
Sorry for the loss of Clyde know that who's heart he touch the drum sound will always be beating.
michelle plakas-kaiser
February 20, 2017
RIP
Nicholas Plummer
February 20, 2017
I first met you I you said your name and I asked if you were the Clyde Stubblefield and you replied. Some would say that im just a guy. later that week you came in and I talked with you as if you had know me for years. Your wife came back shortly after the visit with a set of autographed sticks. I will cherish them for the rest of my days.
February 20, 2017
My condolences to the Stubblefield family. May you find comfort from God's word recorded at Ecclesiastes 9:5,10 regarding the loss of your love one.
Katherine Govia
February 20, 2017
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief.may God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time .(Psalm 119 : 50,76)
February 20, 2017
May the peace of God be with you.
Uly & Lula
February 20, 2017
So sorry to hear about the passing of Clyde. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family at this difficult time. Please find peace and comfort in knowing that God understands your grief and that He cares. (1 Peter 5:6,7)
Douglas Chinn
February 20, 2017
Family God Bless You And Thank You For Sharing Clyde With The World.My 8th Grade Teacher Asked The Class Once-'Who IsThe Only Person In The World To Beat Time? Nobody Knew.Answer Was Drummer.Rip
Lisa Williams
February 20, 2017
IF you ever had the opportunity to meet Mr. Clyde Stubblefield, you would've captured the very essences of a very HUMBLE MAN!!! His smile was a LIGHT in a dark place. His sense of humor would definetly leave a smile on your face!! HIs SPIRIT would give you a push into GREATNESS!! I'm so glad that my son and I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Stubblefield. Living on the same street with a legend has it's benefits!! Thanking you sir, for pouring into my son! You will be missed in Madison, WI. MR. Clyde Stubblefield #FUNKYDRUMMER!Praying for this entire family
Nazarene McKinney
February 20, 2017
May your family find peace in Jesus Christ the one loving us with his very life.
February 20, 2017
A message of sympathy for your family: may these few words of sympathy help at least in part, to ease the burden that you bear and the sadness in your heart..... thinking of you at this sad time.
CCK
February 20, 2017
We express our sympathies to the Stubblefield family, many, many friends, colleagues and fans. Soon the Almighty the restorer of life promises to "heal those needing a cure."-Luke 9:11. There will be a cure from everything especially from the effects that causes the loss of a loved one.
February 20, 2017
So sorry for your loss, My deepest and sincere condolences to the family and friends. May you. Have comfort from God , may he keep Clyde in his memory..
Rhonda
February 20, 2017
Sincere condolences to the family. May the hearer of prayer and comfort of hearts, be with you all throughout this most difficult time.
Matthew 21:22 -
February 20, 2017
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
February 20, 2017
TO THE FAMILY.I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY THE GOD OF ALL COMFORT BE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME. JEREMIAH 29:11.
February 20, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jane Brown
February 20, 2017
"Give the drummer some..." those words were to renown yoU Mr. Stubblefield, and they did! Thank you, God bless your commended spirit and soul,leading you to the rewards of eternal life!
February 20, 2017
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your loved one.May the God of all comfort,comfort at this difficult time.
February 20, 2017
Sorry for your loss. May the God of all tender mercy comfort you in your times of sadness.

St. Clair Pinckney III
February 19, 2017
Rest in Peace Clyde, you were one of the nicest guys I ever met.
February 19, 2017
To the family of Clyde Stubblefield,
So sorry for your loss. May warm memories and the God of peace bring you comfort during this difficult time... Phillipians 4:6,7
~Agape~
Joan
February 19, 2017
My sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Mr Stubblefield may his wonderful memories serve as comfort during this time of grief please be comforted by Jesus words at John John 11:42- 44.
Joan Texas

Sir Waldo Weathers
February 19, 2017
Thank you for The one and only, Funk for life. Thank you for your Groove and thank you for the time playing and recording with you. May you be at peace and in the hands of the Lord! Thank the Lord for your being.
Harry Simpson
February 19, 2017
Godspeed Clyde, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
Annie
February 19, 2017
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times you shared together as you celebrate a life well lived and loved by many. Psalms 90:10.
S.J.
February 19, 2017
To the family, please accept my condolences for your loss. May you throw all your anxieties on our Heavenly Father and experience the peace from above.`
SJ
Valenda Newell
February 19, 2017
THANKS FOR THE GREAT MUSIC AS THE DRUM BEATS ON....MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP ONE....PRAYERS & BLESSINGS TO FAMILY
February 19, 2017
such a pleasure to have worked with you may you rest in peace the pain is now over god bless
Michael Atkinson
February 19, 2017
Lost a Musical "UNCLE"
February 19, 2017
A music legend gone, but his drum beat lives on!
Cindy
February 19, 2017
May peace from the comfort that only God gives bring a measure of relief to those mourning the loss of Mr. Stubblefield. As he rest in the safest place possible, God's memory. Where soon redemption will come through Gods great compassion Hosea13:14
February 19, 2017
May your family find peace and comfort in knowing sickness, pain and death will one day be no more.
Juanita Janey
February 19, 2017
TO THE FAMILY:
What an amazing drummer. There will never be another one like you Mr. Stubblefield. Thank you for your sound.
Rest in Peace.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Bryant Farrell
February 19, 2017
Thank you Clyde for all your hard work!
Karen Sobojinski
February 18, 2017
To a dear friend of many years. Gone but never forgotten. Your music lives on forever. R.i.p. Clyde...( the funky drummer
Adrian Barnette
February 18, 2017
We'll miss you !
Yanna Wells
February 18, 2017
Rest In Peace and power.
Robert Simpson
February 18, 2017
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Tony D'Agostino
February 18, 2017
Clyde Stubblefield,you will be missed!
Thanks for the great drumming,your music will live on for sure.
Clyde "Funky Drummer" Stubblefield,R.I.P.!!!
February 18, 2017
Rest In Peace
February 18, 2017
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Legacy Remembers
Posted an obituary
February 17, 2017
Clyde Stubblefield Obituary
Clyde Stubblefield, the funk drummer for James Brown and one of the most sampled drummers of all time, died Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, of kidney failure, according to The Associated Press. He was 73. Stubblefield died in Madison, Wisconsin... Read Clyde Stubblefield's Obituary
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