Donald Deyo

Quick with a smile, and with a sharp wit and a kind humanity -- I really enjoyed working with Don at UTMB, and was lucky to know him as a friend. Too soon, my man!

I had the special privilege of knowing Don since about 1978, and he was like a big brother to me. He was always kind, helpful, and thoughtful, often taking my sisters and me places we wanted to go - and sometimes places he knew would spark our curiosity and sense of adventure.

He opened my eyes to many possibilities and made me believe I could become anything I set my mind to. I will always be grateful for his encouragement and the care he showed our family.

I´ve included a few photos - from our last visit together in San Antonio, and the dollhouse furniture he lovingly made for us years ago. The side on the little brass doll crib still moves up and down, a small but perfect reminder of his patience, talent, and heart.

I met Don when my Daughter Regina McNamara was stationed at the Coast Guard Base in Galveston Texas. He was kind...funny ..and a great friend to Regina.

Don grew his hair out twice for cancer patients. Helping me with his fence as he is always helping in some way and a picture of him and his mother.

Thank you for touching my mom´s heart throughout the years, you were deeply loved and cared for! Although, I did not personally know you, I know you through the memories. RIP

I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Don's unexpected passing. Don was kind and patient. He embodied the ideals of a servant's heart. During my time as the Executive Officer at Coast Guard Group/Base Galveston, Don was known at times as Mr. McNamara, and "the XO's guy". Don was always my needed plus one for formal events. Don would pick me and my bicycle up when the wind switched directions and it was too much for me to ride my bike home. Don would often pick me up for lunch in his MasterCraft, after securing permission from the Dock Master. Don moved me, my stuff, my cats and my dog to New Orleans, and then, a few months later, went back to extract the cats after Hurricane Katrina. My mother memorialized the event, which I have attached. Each year, on the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, my kitties sent Don a Thank You for their added years. Don really enjoyed moving me and my stuff, and helped again in 2019 with the relocation from Fort Worth, Texas to Longs, South Carolina. Don was loved and will be greatly missed.

Dr.Donald Deyo was a very smart brilliant scientist I had the privilege of being his sr. Secretary for over 15 years at utmb in Galveston. He always wanted everyone to do better in life including their kids he will always be remembered by everyone who knew him a great friend and colleague.

Lesia Tower

Don, we miss you greatly! You left us too soon.
I know you are enjoying your new adventure in Heaven walking on the Streets of Gold talking and walking with Jesus
Thank you for loving the Huber Family.

We love you!
Until we meet again
Pastor Robin Huber