Patricia Clyde

Patricia Taylor Clyde, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, dedicated her 88 years of life to the people and places she loved the most--her faith, her family, and her community. On November 4, 2026, she passed away peacefully at home, with Richard, her high-school sweetheart and eternal companion at her side.
Throughout her life, Patricia could often be found gardening, volunteering, creating thoughtfully personalized photo albums for her family, or writing heartfelt cards celebrating her grandchildren. She made attending her children’s and grandchildren’s concerts, performances, competitions, and sporting events a priority. In all she did, she placed the happiness and well-being of others above her own.

Born in Mapleton, Utah on January 8, 1938, Patricia spent her childhood playing and working in gardens and fields across Mapleton and Springville, Utah. The roots of her family upbringing were shadowed by the Great Depression and World War II, which greatly shaped and always were memorable reminders of the importance of sacrifice and being grateful.

Her parents were civic-minded and hardworking, with her father serving as a volunteer firefighter while both parents owned and operated local businesses and were community leaders in their hometown of Springville. Through their example, Patricia and her three younger siblings developed a strong work ethic and an enduring belief in giving more than receiving, sharing generously, and always extending a helping hand to neighbors and those in need.

She saw her father, uncles, and neighbors serve and be deployed across the United State and the world during World War II. She frequently shared how deeply this impacted her character and her family life.

Service and gratitude were hallmarks of Patricia’s character, guiding her throughout her life and shaping the enduring values she carried into all she did. Through her words, actions, and unwavering example, she instilled these same principles in her children, creating a legacy that would carry forward for generations.

During the 1950s, Patricia’s life was surrounded by close friends and memorable life experiences. She was a natural leader and loved by everyone, her beauty and grace were the draw, but it truly was her genuine inner spirit that won everyone over. In this time, she graduated from Springville High School, was named Miss Springville 1956, and worked at Springville Bank all while nurturing a relationship and connecting with her true love of life Richard Cornell Clyde. After completing his church mission in California, Richard and Pat married on June 25, 1958, in the Salt Lake City Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Family was always their priority, and with her tall, handsome Richard by her side, Patricia set out to raise and guide their five children: Jeffrey, Lisa, Laurie, Melanie, and Matthew.

Always partners in everything, they saw all the joy of growing and expanding their family as the years passed and the family grew with more happiness through in-laws, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and spouses to those grandchildren. Patricia’s entire family circle was her greatest expression of love, her deepest source of purpose, and the legacy she cherished above all else. She fully lived this purpose in every action and deed until the last moments of her life, directing and guiding her children until the very end.

She served Christ and her faith through church service with the same duty and generosity she was taught by her parents and learned during her formative years. Patricia served across every capacity, organization and role in her church work, taking on any assignment and calling with humility. A life highlight was serving together with Richard as office missionaries in the Chicago South Mission (2002-04).

Patricia had a remarkable gift for bringing family together and creating memories that will continue to be remembered and continue for generations. Whether setting up the perfect campsite, baking special Christmas cookies from recipes passed down by her grandmother in Mapleton and lovingly shared with her own children and grandchildren, dressing in the most memorable costumes for Richard and Pat’s legendary Halloween gatherings, or hosting unforgettable Fourth of July celebrations and grandchildren’s sleepovers; Patricia made every occasion something special and unique for everyone. In Pat and Richard’s home, no moment was too small to celebrate, and no gathering was complete without the joy of family together. To her grandchildren and so many others, their home was a safe space, a place where the weight of the world could be set aside and the comfort of family and unconditional love could be found. Friends, neighbors, and extended family knew they were always welcome, or could call for guidance and council; especially in moments when life felt uncertain or difficult. The entrance to their home always had a light left on at the entrance as a simple reflection of the life Patricia lived and the love she so generously shared. An open door, a light always on, and the quiet assurance that no one had to face life’s struggles alone.

Patricia and Richard’s legacy firmly built on love, faith, education, and service continues to grow and ripple through their family and the future generations they have inspired. Their example shaped not only accomplished professionals, educators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, but, more importantly, devoted parents, loving spouses and partners, loyal friends, caring neighbors, church service leaders, and truly compassionate people committed to making a difference.

Their belief in the transformative power of service and education extended beyond their family through supporting service missions, educational scholarships and programs to supporting students in need in their further pursuit of their potential. Together, they created a circle of influence that continues to expand, carrying forward their values and inspiring others to learn, serve, love, and make our community and life a little better.

At the close of Patricia’s rich life her family was there to return the love back that she gave and celebrate her the way she always celebrated each one of them.
After a lifetime of hard work, love, and devotion, Patricia and Richard spent their final months together finding comfort and strength in one another as their health declined. Resting side by side, holding hands, Patricia passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of November 4, 2026, with Richard, her high-school sweetheart and lifelong companion, lovingly by her side. In a final, beautiful reflection of their remarkable life story, Richard joined his beloved wife and eternal companion in heaven the following day, November 5, 2026. Together in life, inseparable in love, and reunited for eternity.

Her love and influence lives on through her children, Jeffrey Richard (Cheryl), Lisa Bunker (Steve), Melanie Bitters (Troy), Laurie Schaefer (Mark), and Matthew Cornell; her adored 18 grandchildren, Jenny Boyack, Ryan Bunker, Jason Bunker, Rachel Heaton, Kevin Schaefer, Taylor Clyde, Brett Bunker, Chelsey Searle, Nicole Hunsaker, Erika Biggs, Natalie Schaefer, Austin Bitters, Nathan Schaefer, Marisa Macdonald, McKay Bitters, Zoe Clyde, Alex Clyde, and Mia Clyde and 31 great-grandchildren; her sister Diane (the late Dale Wright), brother Alan Taylor (Cheryl), brother, Craig Taylor (Kathie); and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Patricia was preceded in death and by her beloved parents, Burt and Marva Taylor. The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to the family members, friends and especially the dedicated nurses and caregivers whose compassion, dedication, and gentle care brought comfort and dignity to their parents throughout their final months together.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Lehi 48th Ward, 630 E 3200 N, Lehi, Utah. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 11 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM, prior to the service. Condolences may be extended at www.bergmortuary.com