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Dr. Clyde Calvin Mayo

1940 - 2017

Dr. Clyde Calvin Mayo obituary, 1940-2017, Houston, TX

Clyde Mayo Obituary

Clyde Calvin Mayo

Houston, TX

Dr. Clyde Calvin Mayo, 77, died in his home surrounded by his loving family on March 11, 2017 in Houston.

Clyde was born in Robstown, TX to Clyde Culberson and Velma Oxford Mayo on February 2, 1940. He graduated from Sinton High School as valedictorian in 1957. He earned two bachelor's degrees, one from Rice University in 1961 in History, and another from the University of Houston (UH) in 1964 in Psychology. He received a MS in Clinical Psychology from Trinity University in 1966, and a PhD degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from UH in 1972. A licensed PhD Psychologist, he was a principle at LWFW Management Consulting Firm until 1981 when he founded his own business, Management and Personnel Systems. He met Jeanne McCain in Houston and they were married in 1963.

At Rice, Clyde received the E. Merle Smith scholarship award. As a member of the Rice Methodist Student Movement, he was active in the Civil Rights Movement.

He was an active member of the Rice University Alumni Association, and the Westbury United Methodist Church Striver's Sunday school class. He served on the boards of the Foundation for Contemporary Theology and the Houston Area Industrial/Organizational Psychology Association. Clyde mentored students over the years through the Student Counseling Program at Jesse H. Jones School of Business at Rice. He recently authored a book summarizing his career, "Cases and Views of a Practitioner in Industrial/Organizational Psychology".

Clyde is survived by his wife of 54 years, Jeanne Mayo; his son, Brady Mayo; his daughter and son-in-law, Amber and Jeff Mollhagen; brother, David Mayo; sister and brother-in-law-, Judy Mayo and Sid Aaron; and his six grandchildren, Lane, Justin, Ty, and Landry Mayo; and Aidan and Lydia Mollhagen. Also mourning his loss are his Standard Poodle, Sonny, and Ragdoll cat, Kenny, both of whom seldom left his side.

Clyde also served on the board of the Meyerland Club, and coached Little League Baseball and Softball. He and Jeanne loved to travel and to study the history of countries around the world. They were avid fans of the movies, as well as music, especially the "Blues". Clyde played the guitar and loved to sing. Two of his favorite pastimes were camping and canoeing with his kids and grandkids. He taught them all about the stars and served as an encyclopedia for history, languages, science and math. He enjoyed studying and teaching religion.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm, March 18, 2017 at Westbury United Methodist Church, 5200 Willowbend Blvd, Houston. A meal will follow at the church. Funeral arrangements are provided by Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Foundation for the Contemporary Theology at 4027 Larkin Ln, Houston, 77025 or to the Westbury United Methodist Church, 5200 Willowbend Blvd, Houston, 77096.

Clyde's family wishes to thank caregiver, Shirley as well as Royce, Christina, Robert, and Donnica, of Memorial Hermann Hospice for their loving care.

Published by Corpus-Christi Caller-Times on Mar. 16, 2017.
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Jeanne, We are so sorry to hear about your husband's passing. He sounds like such an amazing man. I have said a special prayer for you and will keep you in my thoughts over the coming days, weeks, months.

Mandie and Caley Eichenlaub

March 20, 2017

Jeanne, so sorry about your husband. He must have been a very special man. My sister Carol Ann Broughton Swearingen reads every single obituary in the Houston Chronicle every day and picked up on the name Mayo and then your name and let me know. We both have lived in Houston for years. Carol and I are going to the Gregory Portland High School Reunion next weekend the 25th. Got to visit with your sister Ann at the last one, don't know if she plans on being there this year. There is a group of GPHS Wildcats that get together here in Houston once a year, usually first of November, alternating between Ray Shotwell and Ronny Brown's home. The group is a bit younger than me but since at that point everyone knew everyone else in school, it is fun to visit with old friends and exchange memories and stories. If you think you might be interested contact me at [email protected]. and I will see you are added to the list. Again, please know I hold you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Gail Broughton Berry

Gail Broughton Berry

March 19, 2017

I extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace.

My most sincere condolences.

Marguarette Washington - The Harris Center - Purchasing Department

March 17, 2017

As a neighbor growing up on the same street, 1 house apart, our parents were good friends. Although my dad did not hunt , we were on a lease out of Concan with other Sinton families. We had great fun there and at the Garner dances. Wonderful memories.

Kathy Cummins Vanecek

March 17, 2017

Dear Jeanne and Family: Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you now and in to days to come. I feel so fortunate that I was able to share special occasions with Clyde and members of your family.

May your memories bring you peace and comfort during this time of loss of your loved one.

Sincerely,
Carson Easley

Carson Easley

March 17, 2017

Jeanne,
My most heartfelt condolence on your loss. Clyde was a very, very wonderful man, as attested to by his legacy.

Be comforted in knowing that he is resting in the arms of Jesus, safe, secure, and with the sure anticipation of being reunited with his loved ones again, in that great day!

Linda Arceneaux

March 17, 2017

Our prayers are with the Mayo family. We were honored to have met him at the Friends of MHMRA gathering last year. Our prayers are with you.

Kirk Hickey

March 17, 2017

My deepest condolences on your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family at this difficult time.

Magnolia James

March 17, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. My Prayers are with you and your family. God bless!

Sharon Brauner, The HARRIS CENTER

SHARON BRAUNER

March 17, 2017

Sincere condolences to Jeannie and family. Much love,

Joy Cunningham

March 17, 2017

I am so sorry. I loved to see Clyde out walking with the dogs. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Ella Tyler

Ella Tyler

March 17, 2017

Clyde and I were in graduate school and then worked together at LWFW. While it was supposed to be work, we had so much fun teaming up on projects that it was pure joy. Later, when Clyde had established his own firm and I had moved on to The Southland Corporation, I tried to convince Clyde to come join me there. After a considerable period of deliberation, he told me that he just couldn't bear to leave his long-term clients. If I were asked to choose just one word that best described Clyde, I would say that word is "loyal." Clyde was loyal to God, to his family, his friends and his clients.

I am so glad that Clyde was able to complete his book before his passing. He told me that he had written that book in order to leave his "footprint," first for his children and also for his chosen profession. Clyde was a sweet, sweet man and the world is a little less mellow now for those of us fortunate enough to have known him.

David Finley

March 16, 2017

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during these difficult times.

Arnitia Walker

March 16, 2017

Amber, please know that you are in my thoughts & prayers. Although I cannot be there in person for the service, I will definitely be with you in spirit.

Susan Nemec

March 16, 2017

What a wonderful life Clyde and his family had. He will be truly missed. My sympathy to the family, his wife and children. Charlene Franklin Ober
Round Rock, Texas

March 15, 2017

Jeanne my deepest sympathy for your loss, god will bless you and your family.

From Laura Cervantes

Laura Cervantes

March 15, 2017

attended sinton grammer school with clyde he and his family were al very supported of the school and community sorry for your loss, but I imagine heaven just gainedmike newman sinton tx 1946-1952

March 15, 2017

May the love and support of one another
help you as you grieve the loss of your dear loved one.

YL

March 15, 2017

Thinking of you all and so sorry for your loss!

Martha Chancey

March 14, 2017

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