Steven Clyde, age 64 of Belle Fourche, died Sunday, March 1, 2026 at the Monument Health Spearfish Hospital, with his loving family by his side.

Services will be held 10:30am Saturday, March 7, 2026 at St. James Lutheran Church in Belle Fourche, with Pastor Chris Lenning officiating. Visitation will be held 5 to 7pm Friday at Leverington Funeral Home of the Northern Hills in Belle Fourche. Inurnment will take place in Pine Slope Cemetery.

Steven Kenneth Clyde was born on April 17, 1961, in Newcastle, Wyoming, to Kenny and Leta (Bock) Clyde. He joined his sisters Kathy, Bev, and Cindy as the youngest of four children. Steve grew up in Osage, Wyoming, and attended Kitty Moats School through the sixth grade. His early years were filled with adventures alongside his family and many cousins. Camping trips to Sand Creek, chasing and catching critters around Osage, and being his dad’s loyal sidekick were among his happiest memories. Kenny taught Steve how to hunt, fish, cook, and fix just about anything — skills that would serve him well throughout his life.

Steve later moved with his family to Colony, Wyoming, in 1974, where he attended school in Belle Fourche. During his high school years, he worked on ranches in the Colony area. After graduating with the Belle Fourche High School Class of 1979, Steve went to work for Baroid, where he remained for several years. In the summer of 1982, Steve met Jinger Herman. They began dating and were married in December of that same year, beginning nearly 44 wonderful years together. They welcomed their daughter, Mardi Sue, in 1983. Twin sons Doug and Jack arrived in June 1987, and in July 1988, their son Taylor completed the “Clyde 6.” Steve worked for several construction companies before venturing out on his own to establish Clyde Construction. Over the years, he built pole barns, completed remodels, and constructed custom homes throughout Wyoming and South Dakota. A gifted carpenter, Steve took great pride in his craftsmanship. In 1995, he and Jinger purchased a lot on East Snoma Road and, alongside their children, began building their family home in 1996. In the late 90’s, Steve built a dairy barn for the Neiman family in Hulett, Wyoming. During this time, he formed a strong bond with the Neiman family. He stepped away from construction for a period and worked on the ranch as well as at Tower Valley Ag Supply. His beloved dog Buddy accompanied him during the workweeks in Hulett, helping “care” for the ranch animals. Steve treasured his time in Hulett — as a true Wyoming boy, there was no place he would rather be.

After multiple major surgeries to repair the toll that years of hard construction work had taken on his body, Steve went to work for Lamb Painting in Spearfish, SD. Under the guidance of Cara Parsons, he eventually became a project manager. Steve faithfully served his community in many ways. In 1995, his friend Ross Milliken encouraged him to join the Belle Fourche Fire Department. Steve earned Rookie of the Year in 1996 and Firefighter of the Year in 2000. He later served as Assistant Fire Chief and became a certified fire instructor. Steve deeply valued his time with the department and formed lifelong friendships through the brotherhood of service. He also served as a reserve police officer with the Belle Fourche Police Department and as a First Responder with the Belle Fourche Ambulance Service. In 1998, he received the Golden Heart Award from the Ambulance Service in recognition of his dedication.

After his children grew up and began families of their own, Steve embraced one of his most cherished roles — Grandpa. He loved his grandchildren deeply and considered it his personal mission to make them laugh. He often joked that there was never a recliner big enough for him, the grandkids, and the dogs. Following a diagnosis of terminal cancer, Steve set a goal to make it to May 2026 so he could meet his newest granddaughter. True to his nature, he never sat around feeling sorry for himself. Even in retirement — though brief — he always had a project planned around the house.

Steve still had many plans he hoped to fulfill. Camping had become one of his favorite pastimes. In 2025, Steve and Jinger, along with friends and family, enjoyed wonderful weekend trips near the water and forests of the Black Hills, exploring in their ATV’s. On nice days, Steve could often be found driving his side-by-side, taking his beloved fur babies, Roxie and Ruby, for rides. Every fall, hunting with his sons was a cherished tradition. Steve and Jinger also enjoyed traveling together. Visiting sister Kathy in Maine was a favorite destination, and they treasured trips to Cabo and Maui with their children. Steve was a devoted husband, son, brother, dad, friend, and grandpa. His wonderful sense of humor brought comfort and laughter to all those around him.

Steve is survived by his wife Jinger; children, Mardi (Ryan) Reeves, Doug Clyde, Jack (Callie) Clyde and Taylor Clyde; grandchildren, Carlie, Jackson, Sophia and Dagon Reeves, Declan Clyde, Rio Clyde and baby girl Clyde arriving in May 2026; sisters, Kathy (Wayne) Wood, Beverly (Dan) Quackenbush, Cindy (Howard) Biegert and his stepbrother Shane (Maggie) Mott. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Jana (Lon) Dale and Jodi (Brian Johnson) Scherr; aunts; cousins; nieces; nephews, and family friends that were all very dear to him, including his fur babies, Roxie and Ruby.

Steve was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Leonard and Lucy Clyde; maternal grandparents, Helen and Gerald Bock; parents, Kenneth and Leta Clyde; stepmother, Larine Verhulst Mott Clyde; father and mother-in-law, Jack and Liz Herman; brother-in-law, Cal Meyers; niece Cadee Elizabeth Meyers Dale; and his faithful dog Buddy.

Celebration of Life Service

10:30 A.M. – Saturday – March 7, 2026

St. James Lutheran Church

Belle Fourche, South Dakota

Officiant

Pastor Chris Lenning

Tribute

Chip Neiman

Music

Processional Hymn – “Rock of Ages”

“Dust in the Wind”

Recessional – “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”

Honorary Urnbearers

“The Bonus Children”

All the children who came, stayed, and lived

with Steve and Jinger throughout their lives.

Active Urnbearers

Rick Bevier                                                    Ross Milliken

Bill Coyle                                                        Chip Neiman

Inurnment

Pine Slope Cemetery

Belle Fourche, South Dakota