Clyde "Jack" Eugene Ethridge

Clyde Eugene (Jack) Ethridge was born September 24, 1932 in Ocala, Florida to Clyde and Sarah Ethridge. He graduated from Ocala High School and was drafted into the Army. He served in Korea. He married "The girl next door" (Cherry) and they were married for 72 years.  A great joy in his life was teaching children's Sunday school for over 50 years. Jack was a General Contractor in Ocala for 30 years.

He is predeceased by; his parents; sister, Dorothy and son in law, Billy Alken. 

 He is survived by; his wife, Cherry Ethridge; son, Michael (Tracey) Ethridge; daughter, Terri Alken; five grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.

A Memorial service will be held 4:00 p.m. Friday, March 7, 2025 at the First Baptist Church of Ocala in the fellowship hall. He will be privately laid to rest at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida.