Clyde Allan Vanover, 73, of Senatobia, Miss., passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting — especially squirrel hunting —and fishing, and was affectionately known as “Squirrel Man.”
Born and raised in Marked Tree, Ark., he lived there until he met Gail in March of 1976. They were married on August 7, 1976, and made their home in Strayhorn, where they resided to this day.
Allan enjoyed spending time with his friends, playing dominoes and shooting pool. He loved his grandchildren dearly.
Allan is survived by his wife, Gail Vanover; daughters, Amy Massey (Jeremy) and Alaina Johnston; sister, Darlene Stone (John); grandchildren, Jacob Massey (Cady), Aubry Massey, Brooklynn Pace, and Karis Pace; nieces, Jessica Stone and Julia Smith (Tanner), and great nephews, Stone Smith and Steele Smith.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Claudine Allen.
Services were held Sunday, March 22, 2026 in the chapel of Pate-Jones Funeral Home.
Burial followed in Senatobia Memorial Cemetery.
