Clyde Widener

Clyde Widener, 74, of Aiken County, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026. He was born on March 17, 1951, in Aiken County to the late Artis Cleveland Widener and the late Juanita Myers Widener.

A graduate of Wagener-Salley High School, Clyde retired from Horse Creek Mill, where he worked as a Dye Range Handler. Known for his quick wit and playful spirit, he brought joy and laughter to everyone around him through jokes and good-natured pranks. Above all, he cherished his wife of 23 years, Josie Mae Holsonback Widener, and their three beloved dogs.

He is survived by his wife, Josie Mae Holsonback Widener; his siblings and in-laws, Linda Widener Henderson, Joyce Widener Smith (Gary) Suber, Jackie Widener, Carolyn Widener, and Freddie (Kathy) Holsonback; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his siblings and in-laws Artis Eugene “Gene” (Carol) Widener, Dale Widener, Robert Wayne “Nob” Widener, Big Henderson, and Wynell (Ira) Bledsoe; nephews Johnny Widener and Jim Lybrand; and his cherished dogs Lucy, Lucky, and Calvin.