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Clayton Paul Obituary
September 6, 1941 - June 27, 2012
Macon, GA-
Macon-Clayton R. Paul passed away on June 27, 2012. He was 70 years of age and was born and raised in Macon, GA. He graduated from Alexander III grammar school and Lanier high school, Class 1959. He received the Bachelor of Science degree from The Citadel in 1963, the Master of Science degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1964, and the PhD degree from Purdue University in 1970, all in Electrical Engineering. He began his career as a Professor of Electrical Engineering at the University of Kentucky in 1971 after serving on a Post Doctoral Fellowship with the Rome Air Development Center from 1970-1971. He retired from the University of Kentucky in 1998 and joined the School of Engineering at Mercer University in 1998 as the Sam Nunn Eminent Professor of Aerospace Engineering and Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering retiring in 2012. Through his over 49 year career as a teacher of Electrical Engineering he has published 19 textbooks on electrical engineering and interference in electronic systems and has published over 200 technical papers, symposia papers, and technical reports and given numerous presentations. He is a Life Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and Honorary Life Member of the IEEE EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Society. He was awarded the prestigious 2005 IEEE Electromagnetics Award and the 2007 IEEE Undergraduate Teaching Award. He was awarded the IEEE EMC Society's prestigious Hall of Fame Award in 2011. His resume can be seen at http://faculty.mercer.edu/paul_cr. He was a FAA Certified Flight Instructor-Airplanes and Instruments (CFII) and a FAA Advanced Ground and Instrument Instructor since 1970.
He was also an accomplished Bluegrass musician for 45 years. While at Purdue University he played with the Chestnut Hill Boys Bluegrass Music Band, and recorded with Bob Anderson and the Country Ramblers old time string band. He has played with Cedar Hill, The Oconee River Boys and various other Bluegrass Music Bands.
He is survived by his beloved wife Carol and their companion animals. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 30, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Hart's Mortuary, Cherry Street. The Reverend Cass DuCharme will officiate. Following the service, a private grave side service will be conducted at the Paul Family plot in Riverside Cemetery in Macon, GA. A visitation will be held Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. till 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, anyone who is interested in the humane and compassionate treatment of animals is encouraged to donate to The Clayton and Carol Paul Fund for Animal Welfare c/o the Community Foundation of Central Georgia, 277 MLK, Jr. Blvd, Suite 303, Macon, GA 31202. The purpose of this fund is to make monetary grants to (1) animal humane societies, (2) animal shelters, (3) animal adoption agencies, (4) low-cost spay-neuter clinics (5) individual wildlife rehabilitators and (6) other deserving animal care organizations in order to allow these volunteer organizations to use their enormous enthusiasm, drive and willingness to reduce animal suffering and homelessness through the monetary maintenance of their organizations where little or no monetary funds existed previously.
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for Clayton Paul
Norman Carlson
July 6, 2019
Clay was our band leader and driver for the Chestnut Hill Boys band when we were graduate students at Purdue University in the late 1960's. Wonderful memories.
Ed Price
June 28, 2013
My apologies for so tardily noting Clayton's passing, and my condolences to Carol. I never went to many symposia, so my one meeting with Clayton was circa 1981, when he traveled to General Dynamics in San Diego to look at the shielding effectiveness work we were doing on the Tomahawk, using a reverberant chamber. I was impressed at how Clayton was interested in all the details, and how easy he was to talk with. Strange how some people project a positive aura; just one day yet I can vividly remember walking the facility and talking about our progress & problems with him. Despite never again meeting him, I followed his presentations and bought his "Introduction..." book. In a field where it's tempting to be opinionated, Clayton found the better path!
sambanadam Karunakaran
March 15, 2013
I recall my meet with Prof Clayton in 1990 at IEEE-EMC symposium. He was founding IEEE-EMC Education programme and as a member whatever suggestions made by me he accpeted and appreciated. Well informed teacher and great EMC engineer. I pray for his soul rest in peace
john bogdanor
December 13, 2012
I worked with Clayton as a contractor while he was a RADC in the 70s on an EMC effort. Clayton always had a smile on his face and getting the effort technically correct was always his goal. Although I had no other contacts with Clayton, except one phone call while he was cancer stricken, he was one of the top experts in the EMC community. His achievements are well recognized. Technology is missing one of the good ones.
November 25, 2012
I just read of Clayton's passing in the Georgia Tech Alumni Magazine. Clayton taught my first EE course at Tech in 1966. He was the most influential instructor I ever had, setting me on the right path for a successful engineering career. I owe Clayton more than can be expressed in words. Ironically, I recently thought of him and vowed to locate him and write to say thanks for the extreme impact he had on my life. Just goes to show things shouldn't be put off too long. Please accept my thanks on Clayton's behalf.
Irv Rae, Crescent City, Fl
Evan Yount
October 2, 2012
Dr. Paul was my advisor while I was a student at the University of Kentucky. He encouraged me to stick with engineering at one point when I was struggling with my future career path. I've been in the engineering field for over 20 years now and I love my job. It wouldn't have happend had Dr. Paul not encourged me those many years ago. I will always be thankful for that.
Jim Harrington
August 1, 2012
I have only met Dr. Paul twice. On one of those occasions I had purchased one of his books and he signed it for me. Clayton would not be able to pick me out of a police line-up so I could not say I was even an acquaintance. But because of the work he has done in EMC I am able to do my job better. He will be remembered a long time in the academic and engineering circles which he walked.
Janet Luo
July 30, 2012
I am very fortunate to be introduced to Dr. Paul in 2002. Over the years I and my colleagues at Panasonic EMC lab had attended all his seminars at Atlanta area. It is Dr. Paul's super star quality that revived the local IEEE EMC chapter ! What amazes me is the immense positive energy radiating from him: his passion for education and compassion toward every one around him are manifesto of a great soul. Like other great man before him, he has made a dent to the universe.
Donald Sweeney
July 23, 2012
Hi Carol,
I don't think we ever met but I want to take this opportunity to say thank you to Clayton via you.
I knew of him, but then got to know him at the Detroit Symposium. He was teaching a section on Pspice and I had never used it before. I took the EMC University program specifically for Clayton's class.
Some people questioned why I was taking a class on EMC after working in it for more than 40 years and even teaching class on EMC design. Well you are never too old to learn something new. It makes life enjoyable to find a new challenge.
Wow, he understood it and was able to communicate his understanding quite well. I continued to get more involved with it after the class.
I got myself in trouble several times and contacted Clayton and he made it clear that he was available to help me as I worked to learn the software. Later I added what I learned to my class explaining filter design.
He was a great help and will long be remembered as a wonderful teacher.
Peace and love.
Don Sweeney
Larry Cohen
July 17, 2012
I first met Clayton at my first IEEE EMC Symposium which I think was in 1987 in Atlanta. What I first noticed was that he was a giant among men. Over the years I valued his counsel and most of all friendship. Clayton was an engineer, scholar, teacher, musician and humanitarian embodied in the true southern gentlemen that he was.
Don Heirman
July 17, 2012
Clayton and I were good friends that met in our IEEE EMC Society activity. It turns out that we probably passed each other on Purdue's campus as we both attended the University. So I missed the opportunity to know him earlier. He was a true gentleman as well as a scholar that contributed to our electromagnetic compatibilty discipline. I still remember his holding a pipe as he conversed with anyone that wanted to hang out with him. In his recent time, we exchanged thoughts about our situations with my wife dying just 3 years ago. I think it was comforting. Carol knew of the situation almost 2 years ago. I know she will be strong and will miss Clayton as much as I miss my Lois. I continue to offer her my condolences but realize that all of us know that Clayton was an icon in our discipline. She can take solace in that.
Norman Carlson
July 14, 2012
I knew Clay in his 20's in Indiana and knew him only in connection with his musical talent and interests. (I never even saw him change a light bulb, much less write a text book on electrical engineering.) We were having fun then and never thought about any of it finding its way into our obituaries.
I met Clay in early April, 1966 and I last saw him when we were both bearers at the funeral of fiddler Bob Anderson at the end of June, 1971.
Clay was the leader and organizer, guitar player and vocalist for our bluegrass band. I had no car. Clay picked me up for practice and gigs as well as trips to concerts where we were just listeners. He was the only one of us to actually express the universal fantasy of young musicians to "go on the road" for a while. We never did, but with the Anderson square dance band, we did make, and sell, an album.
vincent raj
July 10, 2012
I feel very sad about Dr.CR Paul demise.it is a great loss to the EMC Community.
Scott Proffitt
July 9, 2012
Over the past ten years or so, Clayton would bring his EMC classes from Mercer on field trips to our EMC lab in Atlanta. The students would spend the day "hands-on" in EMC and Clayton stressed what that meant for them. Of all the many and various accomplishments of Dr. Paul, I think he enjoyed most the giving back. The way his face lit up, and that huge smile in knowing what he was doing for his students; it was obvious. His excitement was clear in seeing that his students were "getting it" in the real world. Clayton was a huge asset to the EMC community who will be dearly missed.
Kye Yak See
July 6, 2012
During early stage of my career some 20 plus years ago, I found his book “Introduction to EMC” has a good balance of both theoretical and practical coverage. It has been the recommended text for all postgraduate EE students who are taking my EMC course as a technical elective. His knowledge will continue to benefit many young EMC engineers. I first met Clayton in 2007 as one of the speakers for the inaugural Global EMC University lectures at the IEEE International EMC Symposium in 2007. During my interaction with him either through email or in person, I could feel his passion in education and his sincerity in sharing his experience. Despite his deteriorating health condition, he continues to share his insight and knowledge with the EMC community through papers in IEEE EMC Magazine. His last paper “A Serious Problem in Using the Jarvis Model for the Prediction of Crosstalk” was written and submitted to me just a few months before his passing. He will be missed by the EMC community in Singapore.
Dear Carol, please accept our deepest condolence. My prayers to you and your family.
Farhad Rachidi
July 6, 2012
Clayton was a fantastic scientist, teacher and above all a great human being. He will be missed by all the community.
My sincere thoughts and prayers to all his family.
Albert Ruehli
July 5, 2012
Dear Carol, You know, I had a feeling in the last few days about Clayton and I asked Bruce Archambeault about him. Bruce gave me the sad news. I am truly sorry to learn about your loss and the loss for us all. He was a great educator and an outstanding writer. What a loss for the EMC Society. I have a hard time accepting his departure.
Ghery Pettit
July 4, 2012
Carol, I first met Clayton in 1983 at EMC Zurich. He was a tremendous force in the EMC community and will be sorely missed by all who knew him. His way of explaining concepts was unique and we are all richer for having known him and poorer for his loss. You are in the thoughts and prayers of all who knew him.
Clayton on the far right in his "musical years"
Don Heirman
July 4, 2012
We have lost a dear friend, colleague, educator, and major contributor to his beloved EMC discipline. He has impacted an uncountable number of students that he taught and most importantly us. There is a vacuum now with little chance of that being filled. My sincere condolences to Carol who suffered along with Clayton as his medical condition deteriorated. She was by his side and I am sure that was more than comforting to the both of them. I know that Carol will make it through this and know that we are with her as needed. But the solace comes from knowing what Clayton did and was, including my rememberance of our chats with that pipe hanging from his mouth and the photo he sent me a while back which is attached here.
Danny J. Turner
July 3, 2012
To Carol and all of Clayton family, I'm truely sadden by the loss Clayton. You and your family will be remembered in my prayers. I only knew Clayton for about 10 years through his work in EMC and Circuit analysis, but what a time, thank you. Clayton would listen to some wild idea and opions, but no matter how right or wrong, he was always level headed and even hand. I only wish I had been a menitor of Clayton when I was in school, but he alway helped and guide me when every I asked him. Again, thank you, and my prayers go out to you and your family for your loss.
Bruce Archambeault
July 3, 2012
Carol, I am very sorry for your loss. Even knowing it was coming does not make it any easier when it happens. Clayton was an outstanding engineer and human being. I have tried to emulate him ever since I met him. His ability to clearly explain complex concepts to all was truly special, and his humility and willingness to talk to everyone is legendary. He will be missed on both a personal and processional level!
Larry Brown
July 2, 2012
Carol;I have just finished reading all of these tributes to Clayton. WOW! They come from around the world.I was blown away to learn of his many accomplishments. In the world of EE he was the man. I am honored to have known him since we were 5 years old.Thanks for taking time to allow me to visit with you.
Mike Jones
July 2, 2012
I was sorry to hear of your loss Carol, he left so many memories that we all cherish. I loved especially the music that you and he made. Was so glad you let me be a part in that at times. Miss seeing you but hope to come to Georgia soon.
Antonio Orlandi
July 2, 2012
Carol, I loss more than a friend.
Rick Noel
July 2, 2012
Carol,
Our thoughts and prayers are with You and Yours. Dr Paul will be forever remembered by the many lives he touched. Nancy and i went to a BlueGrass "Jim/Jessie and the Virgina Boys" concert with you and Clayton in Milligeville, GA. I served with Clayton on the IEEE board, and it was the Greatest Honor for me to have known Dr Paul.
Our thoughts and prayers are with You and Yours.
Rick J. Noel
Debbie Blandford
July 2, 2012
I am sorry to hear about the passing of my old employer Dr. Paul. I helped he and Dr. Nassar in the typing of their book and he was always kind and patient with me. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Johan Catrysse
July 2, 2012
I am so sorry for this loss. I always will remember Clayton as a great scientist and teacher, knowing the art of making complex things simple. Thank you Clay
Flavio Canavero
July 2, 2012
I lost a friend, someone whom I respected not only for being a prominent scientist, but also a person with the highest moral quality and integrity.
Don Hill
July 1, 2012
Carol,
I am so sorry for your loss. Clayton was a dear friend in Lexington. He was a giant in his field. He and Don Bush sure enjoyed fishing together. Oh the stories they told.
James and Rayna Pruett
July 1, 2012
Carol,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Clayton will be missed. He will remain in our hearts and we will always think of him as one of our bluegrass buddies.
Paul MacNeil
June 30, 2012
Clayton nurtured all around him, and was a constant role model as a person, and as a professional. We are all better off for his presence in our lives. He was a thoroughly admirable person.
Wilda Moore
June 30, 2012
Dr. Paul was one of the best teachers I had. He was missed when he retired from University of Kentucky. I was glad when I heard that he began teaching again in Georgia.
Cyrous Rostamzadeh
June 30, 2012
I was very fortunate to have met Dr. Clayton Paul, one of the greatest human beings of my life.
His ability to simplify and explain complex electromagnetic problems can not be found in today's world. His kindness and generosity, his books and papers to remain for mankind for generations ahead. Those who met him will feel extreme loss and sadness, those who will get to learn through his books will admire a great mind.
God bless you Clayton. I am unable to find words to express my condolences to his wife and family.
Sheba taylor
June 30, 2012
One of the smartest, nicest, men I have ever met. It was truly an honor to get to know him. I'm so sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Mike Saunders
June 30, 2012
Carol-havent seen Clayton since HS-we were friends then-the tall and lanky guy-very smart as well. My deepest condolences. Appreciate your work w/animals-want to talk about that-you are in my prayers-Mike Saunders [email protected]
Cyndi Corr Smith
June 30, 2012
Thinking of you today and will be praying for you in the days to come.
You loved Clayton well!
Cyndi Corr Smith
Anthony Choi
June 29, 2012
Dear Carol,
Clayton is an inspiration to students and his fellow colleagues. I have always admired his dedication and his accomplishment.
Anthony Choi
Mercer University School of Engineering
Tom Jerse
June 29, 2012
It was such a great fortune for me to study with Clayton. His kindness and support continued long after I completed my degree. His brilliance, ability to simplify complex concepts, keen sense of humor, and superior method of teaching will impact my life and career forever. Thanks for everything.
Scott Wynne
June 29, 2012
Clayton will be truly missed . Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Carol.
Jim Barkley
June 29, 2012
Dear Carol,
Clayton and I were friends back in our old Lanier High School days. He truly was a good friend and he will be missed by all who knew him.
There is another bright and shinning star in the Heavens tonight. My prayers are with you and all of the Paul family.
Jim
Scott Hall
June 29, 2012
I was one of Dr. Paul's grad students at the University of Kentucky. He had a significant impact on my academic performance and career. Out of Dr. Paul's many sayings, there is one I remember quite fondly, “a person with an IQ of one above a rock should be able to understand this,” to which I thought, “he must know some fairly smart rocks.” He made learning an enjoyable pursuit. His positive influence will carry on through everyone who knew him.
Dean Bollinger, Jr.
June 29, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
John Maas
June 29, 2012
Carol - My thoughts and prayers are with you. May all your many good memories help you through this most difficult time. Anytime you pick up the banjo or fiddle, Clayton will be right there with you.
Maxwell Westmoreland
June 29, 2012
Carol, I am saddened to hear of Clayton's passing. We were classmates at The Citadel. After graduation, we roomed together in Aiken, SC when we worked for DuPont. We were big buddies at Georgia Tech, living in the same residence hall. He really kept me motivated in my graduate studies. Although time and distance kept us apart over the years, I hold his memory dear to my heart.
Andy Drozd
June 29, 2012
I am very sorry to hear of Clayton's passing. He was a mentor and a dear friend. I will miss him. I can only say in sincerity that it's earth's loss and heaven's gain. It is a great loss to our worldwide EMC community. My condolences to his wife Carol and to the rest of the family. May he rest in peace and I will keep you [Clayton] and family in my thoughts and prayers...
Nicole Webb
June 29, 2012
Mrs. Paul,
I am sorry for your loss. I was one of Dr. Paul's students at the University of Kentucky, class of 1996. He was an amazing educator and my favorite college professor. He will be greatly missed.
Kareem Mckissick
June 29, 2012
He made learning some of the hardest material seem trival with his many quotes, like "snug it up". Dr. Paul had a direct impact on my engineering career. Thanks.
Allen Kirkwood
June 29, 2012
Mrs. Paul,
I am deeply saddened to learn of Dr. Paul's passing. I am a 1996 graduate of the UK College of Engineering and was fortunate enough to have Dr. Paul as a professor for 3 different classes. He was a great professor!
Shawn
June 29, 2012
Very sorry for your loss. I was one of Dr. Paul's students from Mercer Class of 2007. He was a truly great professor as well as a great, caring advisor to my brother and me. He will be missed.
Brian McCarthy
June 29, 2012
It was a privilege to have studied under Dr. Paul. He was a great professor and role model during my studies at Mercer.
Snyder Chapman
June 29, 2012
Carol, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Men like Clayton are hard to find. He was good to so many people and certainly his animal friends. He also shared his tremendous knowledge with so many others thru his books and lectures. He is a special friend I will always remember and while we will all miss him, he is in a better place and feeling no pain.
June 29, 2012
Carol, I feel so privileged to have had the opportunity to know you and Clayton, and to play music and talk about flying with him.He was a very modest and private person and we will miss him greatly. My prayers are with you. John Williams
June 29, 2012
LOVE AND PRAYERS
POWERSVILLE OPRY HOUSE FRIENDS
BYRON, GA
June 29, 2012
Carol, The thoughts and prayers of Anne and I, and all of the Oconee River Boys are with you. I'm proud to have known you and Clayton for the time we played music together.
Johnny & Anne Weeks
Bobby Sanders
June 28, 2012
Carol,
Claxton's modesty would not allow him to tell of his numerous accomplishments. I count it a privilege to have known him, and to call him friend. May God's love and grace be with you during this time of loss.
Bobby Sanders
Lanier, Class of 1959
Jim Edwards
June 28, 2012
It is always sad to see a fellow Lanierian pass away. Clayton obviously made signicant contributions to the world in which he lived and made it a better place in which to live. May he rest in peace. Blessings to his family.
June 28, 2012
Carol, my pray is with you and your family. Clayon was a good friend of mine at Lanier.
Chan Hill Class of 1959
David & Sandy Belshan
June 28, 2012
Carol, we are so sorry for your loss at this time and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. David really enjoyed the times he got to play music with Clayton.
Jerry & Deborah Fordham
June 28, 2012
Lifting you in prayer. Salem Baptist Church, Cochran, GA. Church Home of Jane and Robert Wynne.
Jack Ringley
June 28, 2012
Carol, we are so sorry for your loss. Clayton's contributions to this world will long be remembered through those he has taught and those who have enjoyed his fellowship and companionship. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charles Brittain
June 28, 2012
I have lost a dear friend and childhood neighbor going back to grammar school at Alexander III in Macon. Clayton, you will always have a place in my heart.
Carol, thank you for taking such good care of my friend.
Rest in Peace.
Gene & Becky Lucas
June 28, 2012
clayton, you will be missed. Our prayers will be with you. We had a great time singing and playing.
Mark Steffka
June 28, 2012
Clayton - thank you for everything. Carol - Becky and I send our love and prayers.
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