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for Clyde Gilless
Les Joy
September 17, 2024
Colyde was navigator on my first B52 crew at Barksdale. Great guy and great photographer. You may not have seen his picture I've attached. It is a pilot/copilot panel in a G model at dark, with the systems red lights.
Marty & Vic Davis
December 4, 2008
I just recently learned of the passing of Dr. Gilless. Such a sad loss of a brilliant man. He and his family were always special people to me and my family. We know he had a special relationship with the Lord and is with Him now. We will keep Margo, Chad, Eric and the rest of the Gilless family in our prayers.
Judy Cohn
December 3, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Gilless' death. He was my childrens doctor from the time my daughter was born until he left the practice. I sure did miss him. She is now 23. My son is 18 and remembers his magic tricks and the little red ball he carried. Our prayers go out to your family and we feel blessed to have known such a caring man.
Barbara Jean Keenan
November 27, 2008
Dear Margo,
I just heard today of Clyde's passing.
You and your family are in my prayers. I thank you for all you and Clyde added to Amanda's and my life.
Dwight Simms
November 23, 2008
To Margo and all of the Gilless Family
I am the brother, of Linda Gilless, who is married to Brad Gilless, Clyde's brother. I can say, to me Clyde was one, of the kindest people I have ever known. He was always giving, either, to his patients, to his family or his friends. He was a leader, in his sons activities and welcomed all sincerely, into his home. His loving attitude seemed, to spread, to those around him and I am sure it will live on through them because of him. My sincerest sympathy, to Margo and all of the family.
Sandra Atkinson
November 19, 2008
Dear Margo:
I am so saddened to hear of Clyde's death, but also joyful for him for I know he is with our Lord. Many times in the past you have come to my mind and I have stopped and prayed for you both. I only wish I had known sooner and could have attended the memorial service.
May god bless you and your family and give you peace and comfort in this time of sorrow.
Love, Sandy
Laramie McWilliams
November 18, 2008
My condolences for the family and friends of Dr. Clyde Gilless.
As graduate of Texas State (then Southwest Texas State College), he will be honored at our annual Bobcat Pause Memorial Service next April 15, 2009, and we would like to invite your family to be a part of the ceremony. Bobcat Pause is held each spring to remember the Texas State faculty, staff, students and alumni who have passed away during the preceding year.
We would like to send you a formal invitation, so if you wish to attend, please send your address to [email protected]. You may also include a photo of Dr. Gilless to be included in the memorial slide show. If you have any questions about the ceremony, feel free to contact me at the Dean of Students Office, (512) 245-8397.
Kim Hagedorn
November 11, 2008
Margo and family... I received notice via an email of Clyde's death. It was just a couple of weeks ago I was going through my old Emmaus Guitar Songbook and wondering about him - and you! I remember Clyde's love of music and his work to get the Songbook together for the musicians. I remember his sense of humor and his love for his Lord. My prayers will be with you and the family in this time - May God comfort and strengthen you. Peace...Kim
Michael Pope
November 11, 2008
Like everyone else touched by Clyde I always felt inspired and motivated after talking to him. He moved many of us out of our comfort zones and he urged us to do more than we thought we could do.
After listening to the eloquent speakers at Clyde's memorial, I was struck by the fact that I hardly knew Clyde at all. I thought I knew Clyde but I just knew Clyde the Pediatrician. I'm sure that most everyone else at the memorial had the same experience. They only knew the Clyde in their circle of association. It turns out there was Clyde the Pediatrician, Clyde the Missionary, Clyde the Witness, Clyde the Entrepeneur, Clyde the Computer Geek, Clyde the Scoutmaster, Clyde the Family Guy, and so on and so on. If you knew Clyde in any of those contexts, you had more of a friend than most.
Of course Margo and Chad and Eric knew the whole Clyde enchilada as it were. I can only marvel at what it must have been like to live so close to that kind of whirlwind. I know they had a thrilling ride despite the whiplash and vertigo. I wish them all the best and I do believe that all of us are better off for having known Clyde.
Della Villanueva
November 11, 2008
I had the privilege of working for Dr Gilless at the Pediatric Center 1996-1998. He was such a wonderful man. I was very saddened to hear about his passing from my sister, Deanna Highsmith who also worked for him for so many years. I thank God for knowing him the little while that I did. It is a fortunate thing to know that he is in Heaven with our Lord & Savior.
Kathleen (Catee) Kearns Keene
November 10, 2008
Dearest Margo and Family,
You all continue to be in my thoughts and prayers, as I ask the Lord to provide strength and peace that can only come from HIM at this time. I am so very sorry for your loss but know that, as Christians, you are confident that Clyde is receiving his eternal reward promised to all who receive HIM.
I regret that Scott and I were not in town to attend the memorial. I am searching for information as to whether there will be another service in your hometown to pay my respects personally. But please know that in addition to having been blessed with a wonderful husband and father, the Lord blessed all who knew Clyde.
I am forever grateful that the Lord chose to bless me by placing Dr. Gilless in my life. I was referred to Dr. Novellino who then introduced me to Clyde and the many other wonderful colleagues who influenced my life's career change. Because of his Learning Center (that was looking to hire a School Psychologist at the same time that I was looking to work in a pediatric practice), I relocated to Houston where I had the best job any School Psychologist could ever imagine. I am forever grateful for his friendship in Christ above all and wonderful bible studies that he lead. What a joy to work with a Christian who truly let Christ shine through him.
I thank Clyde for understanding and supporting my decision to reduce my work hours and then to stay at home with my children but miss him dearly, particularly as I "attempt" to put my book knowledge to good use!
Dr. Gilless will forever have a place in my heart and I continually remain grateful for his blessings.
Sincerely,
Kathleen (Catee) Kearns Keene
Heather Snyder
November 10, 2008
My condolences to the Gilless family. I worked with him at the FM 1960 Pediatric Center and have many fond memories of Dr. Gilless and his magic tricks. I attended the memorial service on Saturday afternoon and was so impressed by the many stories told...sides of Dr. Gilless that I didn't know. He touched many lives and he will certainly be missed.
Belinda Walker Roccaforte
November 9, 2008
Clyde was a wonderful colleague to work with. He was always warm and kind. He influenced my life with his professionalism and friendship. I have forwarded the following message to friends and family as an example of how he continues to touch people even in death. Clyde will live now in heaven and in my heart. To Margo and sons, thank you for sharing such a man with all of us and I grieve for each of you.
Last night I attended a memorial service for a pediatrician and friend who died of Alzheimer’s. He was diagnosed in his early 50’s. As part of the memorial service various friends and family gave testimony to Clyde’s life and his love of God. He was a joyful man. He was child-like in his faith and never lost an opportunity to spread joy and love to others. He did not mind “making himself a fool” for Christ. Clyde Gilless was a wonderful husband, father, doctor, Scout leader, missionary doctor, Christian teacher in his church, and Christian. He did not force religion on anyone. He was a simple witness by example and expression.
A fellow pediatrician explained that Clyde could be annoying at times with his cheerfulness. When asked how he was, Clyde would ALWAYS say “Super”. Mike explained that he came to understand that Clyde was commenting on the state of his soul not the immediate state of his day. Clyde was happy because he knew that he had Jesus in his life. I just wanted you to know that if you ask me how I am in the future, I’m going to try to remember to say, “Super”. Here’s to Clyde Gilless, a super man.
Sue Wright
November 9, 2008
Dear Margo,
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your husband. We have such positive memories of you and Clyde from so long ago. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Dub and Sue Wright
Kim Welsh- Rosinski
November 8, 2008
What a beautiful love story that I've seen demonstrated in the lives of Margo and Dr. Gilless. Never have I met two people more in love and so happy when the other was in the other's presence. Margo, you have been a big influence in my life. I have so many fond memories while working with Dr. Gilless. One of the funniest was when I was almost nine months pregnant and a man came into our office and stole a ladies walet...I ran after him (forgetting that I was big as a house). Dr. Gilless ran after me yelling..."hey Kim, stop...you're pregnant!" needless to say, we didn't catch the guy!...I miss him already....Then there was Rocky the racoon- who could forget him...My kids laugh when they think of all the times with rocky the racoon...Then there was the many magic tricks we had to endure -he would practice on us so that he would be a pro when the kids came into the office. He ate an apple every day- to keep the doctor away I suppose? There were so just sooooo many memories..too many to count, but I'm thankful God gave him to us for a little while.
Bill Haney
November 8, 2008
I knew Clyde from school and Boy Scouts in San Marcos in the late '60s and early '70s. I knew of his condition tangential and coincidentally through a mutual friend from the Houston area, my best friend from Duncanville in the late '50s. My most vivid remembrance of Clyde was from a date in the early '60s when he, Danny Scott and I cooked a cobbler of agarita berries and BisQuick in aluminum foil in the wilds of Camp El Rancho Cima near Wimblerley, Texas. Clyde and Danny were members of Troop 118 sponsored by the Methodist Church of San Marcos--I was a member of Troop 116. I deeply regret his passing and send my condolences to his wife, sons, sister, mother and all of his family. I shall remember him forever.
Susan Acord
November 8, 2008
I'm so sorry for the death of Dr Gilless and our thoughts and prayers are with his family. He not only was a great doctor, but a ray of sunshine to all of those who worked with him at the FM 1960 Pediatric Center. He is certainly missed.
Judy Dargis
November 8, 2008
Dear Margo: I remember you and Clyde so fondly from all our wonderful Emmaus days. I respected the changes Clyde made when I served with him on the Houston (Emmaus) Board. His peaceful countenance (and yours) impressed me. Love & prayers to you.
Fiona Houghton
November 7, 2008
Margo
I am so sorry for your loss. I have been a member of Spring Woods Methodist Church for 12 years. I remember what a great christian man he was. I am grieving the loss of my big brother on the same day.
Gary Savage
November 7, 2008
I HAD THE PRIVELEGE OF KNOWING CLYDE AT "THE GATHERING PLACE" IN CONROE, TEXAS. EVEN WITH HIS ALZEHEIMER'S, CLYDE WAS A MOST GRACIOUS AND CARING PERSON. I HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF WATCHING HIM QUIETLY SING ALONG TO SONGS HE KNEW...ESPECIALLY COUNTRY SONGS. HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED!
Nathan Harrison
November 7, 2008
Dear Gilless Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have so many fond memories of Doc Gilless from fishing in Canada to Hiking at Philmont. He was always so generous with his time and his smiles. May God grant him pardon and peace.
Suzanne Graham
November 7, 2008
Margo, It was a long 40 years ago when we met - nights of grilling steaks and playing pinochle in Sacramento are some of my fondest memories. Clyde's in wonderful hands now, giving you who have loved him and cared for him forever a respite. We'll see you in Houston.
Carolyn Sue (Henk) Wells
November 7, 2008
I am so sad to read of Clyde’s passing. I have so many fond memories of him during our high school years (San Marcos class of ’64). Whether it was in band, in class or just “hanging out”, he was always a fun, gentle and kind person.
Heaven has an outstanding new resident, but here on earth, we have lost a good friend.
Kari Blenderman
November 7, 2008
When I was a teenager interested in pursuing a career as a pediatrician long ago, Dr. Gilless invited me to follow him at work for a day. It was SUCH a valuable experience, and one I reflected on often in the years that followed as I planned for my future. At the end of that day, he told me, "It's a great life, but you have to be able to work hard, and play hard." He was obviously a man who did both well.
Laura Isley
November 7, 2008
Dear Margo, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Dr. Gilless. It seemed like just yesterday when you both went canoeing with my mom. He was a great man and had a very caring soul. I know he will be missed by many.
Karen Gallagher
November 7, 2008
My deepest sympathy is extended to Margo and the entire Gilless family. Clyde was such a caring man, but most importantly he loved the Lord. He was my children's first pediatrician, and treated us with the utmost care and respect. I am so grateful to have known him. All my love to you, Margo, and may God bless you and comfort you.
Stephany Jackson
November 7, 2008
Dr. Gilless was my children's pediatrician when I first moved to Houston approx. 20 years ago. He had a flyer in his office advertising he was leading Experiencing God with Henry Blackabee at his church many years ago and I signed up. This was a life changing experience for me as I realized I had abandoned my relationship with the Lord. I immediately started going to church and bringing my sons to church and I thank God that now all three of my sons have accepted Jesus as their savior and Lord. Ever since then I have been serving the Lord and all because the Holy Spirit directed Dr. Gilless to obey Jesus' command for the great commission. I'll always have very fond memories of bringing my children to see him and discussing the Lord.
Praise God for his life and I hope to see him some day around the throne of God in heaven.
Stephany Jackson
Pam Kelly
November 7, 2008
November 7, 2008
Dr. Gilless was my children's pediatrician and I also had the good fortune to work with Clyde in the Learning & Development Center. He dearly loved his family, children, Boy Scouts and his church. He lived his life with integrity and love. I was blessed by his friendship and the opportunity to work with him.
Tina Riden
November 7, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Dr. Gilless when I was a nanny and took the kids to see him when they were ill. I knew when I got married that Dr. Gilless was going to be my kids doctor. He was the best. I hated to hear when he was diagnosed and had to retire. Although I loved Dr. LaCour it just wasn't Dr. Gilless. I loved his warm and caring heart for the kids and I am sad that my children don't remember him. I will be praying for you and your family.
God Bless,
Tina Riden
Buddy Sullivan
November 7, 2008
I have known Clyde's brother Brad Gilless for many years and I did get to know Clyde through scouting ventures that he would come to. From what I know of him beyond these experiences, he was an awesome person. I am honored to say I knew him.
Our prayers are with the Gilless family and extended family that are touched by the passing of Dr. Clyde Gilless.
jesse Escobar
November 7, 2008
what a great friend,a great fellow scout and a great doctor to my sons Greg and Edward.Clyde was a man of the lord and i would like to recall the writing on a poster in the scout house that said:time flys ,days go and they come,but LOVE IS FOREVER.
Tracey THEIS
November 7, 2008
My condolences to Dr. Gilless's family.
I worked with Dr. Gilless for many years at the FM1960 Pediatric Center. Not only was he a wonderful and caring doctor - he was such a wonderful man with a big heart.
Dr. Gilless you will be truly missed.
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