It was by happenstance and with much sympathy for his family but great joy for his life that I learned of Mr. Lynn’s passing.  I can’t really say it any better than Tom and Alan did below, but across the many years, he had the same impact on me and so many students. I had the privilege of learning from (and being humbled by) him at Anderson, having graduated in 1980.  A Great American not only as a consummate teacher and mentor for probably thousands of students, but also, as I only now learned from his memorial, having served his country as part of the Greatest Generation.  Honored to have been one of your students and May you ever continue to study fluid dynamics at Scholz’s—Prost!!


I echo Alan's comments (whom I assume is related to Tracy, who was in or close to my class), and I too only learned of his passing. I graduated in 1977 and Mr. Lynn (I don't feel comfortable calling him Clive, an I suspect he would smile at that with a his Pirate's Grin).  

We recently had the 40th reunion of the Class of '77 at Anderson. He was one of the few teachers that came up.  I think he would be impressed with the number of Professors, MD's and engineers that attribute him with the foundation of what made us all successful.  

You never forget getting a 10 on a test (the average as 12) when everyone in the his Physics class was in the top 10% of the class as a whole!

He, in concert with Tom Claiborne and Helen Martin set me on my path and I can not thank any of them, especially Mr. Lynn, enough.



It is with great sorrow I discovered Mr. Lynn's passing the other day.  I can honestly say he had a huge positive impact on my life and I have no doubt there are a lot of students who can say the same.  I had always hoped to meet him again.  See that infectious grin, the twinkle in his eye and listen to both his humor and wisdom.  He was a great man and he will always be missed by both me and everyone who had the chance to know him.  Thank you, Mr. Lynn.



I always thought pretty highly of my dad as a teacher and loved being a student at McCallum when he was there as a new teacher , but it warms my heart to read all these notes from everyone. Thank you....He loved being a teacher.  He was a wonderful father to me and I miss him every day.



I think most people have had a favorite teacher in their past; Mr. Lynn was mine. 
     I took his courses in Physics and Aeronautical Science at McCallum High School, and learned much more from him than how to measure an molecule with a meter stick, or how to navigate an aircraft. His approach to teaching and life, using his enthusiasm, real-life experience, and discipline, has been an example for me in my life. 
      Years after graduating, I met him again at a local lake where I had been sailing a catamaran. I'm not sure how well he remembered me when I introduced myself, but he was the same as I remembered, and we spent some enjoyable time discussing the aerodynamics and engineering involved in my boat...much of which, I made clear to him, he had introduced to me in school. I'm glad that I had that opportunity. 
     Based on my own experience, I don't think it is possible to overestimate how much his life has positively affected others. To his family, please accept my sympathy, as well as my thanks for sharing him with the rest of us. 



I'm among the fortunate who studied physics and aero-science (flight ground school) under Mr. Lynn at McCallum.  Clive was also a friend of my father, a fellow McCallum teacher of the same generation.  I have a vivid memory of watching the two of them doubled-over in sputtering laughter and slapping each other on the back upon sharing some humorous observation together at one of the annual McCallum faculty parties at the Zilker Club House.

While wishing all of Mr. Lynn's family and friends my deepest condolences I hope you know that through his mentoring of hundreds of students his memory and humor will live on.  Clive's life is definitely one to celebrate. 



Dear Pam,
I offer my deepest condolences to you on the death of your Father.  I know you are proud of him.  Hugs to you friend,
~ Marcia Macha.



To Mr. Lynn's Daughters:

Please accept my deepest sympathy regarding the loss of your father. As a young teacher I worked with him for several years at Anderson High School. He was a wonderful person and a very talented teacher who cared about the education and future of his students. I especially appreciated his honesty and dedication to his work. I will keep you in my prayers.  



Mr. Lynn was my physics teacher at Anderson in the early 1980's; I moved here during the middle of high school and he helped me find a place in the school as well as helping me in learning physics.  He was a wonderful teacher, with a superb sense of humor and a wonderful way of encouraging us.  I also learned from him that Yankees were from north of Waco but he still tolerated me anyway.  :)  

I send my deepest condolences to his family - he enriched many many lives.  ~ Shelly Van Dyke



Mr. Lynn was my physics teacher and pilot ground school instructor at McCallum High School in the late 1960's.  He was my favorite teacher and always made his lessons interesting, fun and practical.  I'll remember him mostly, though, for his wry sense of humor in the classroom and his genuine concern for his students.  My sincere condolences to his family.  



Mr. Lynn was my physics teacher at McCallum High School in the late 60's. He was a kind and patient man who always made certain that the material was understood and not just conveyed. He was incredibly encouraging and a genuine friend, one of those teachers who left an indelible impression. My great regret is that over the years and despite my best intentions, I never made contact with him to say this to him personally.

Rest in peaceful sleep, old friend.

Sincerely,
Bill Shea
Mac Class of '69



There are always a few teachers who touch your life in a way that doesn't ever fade. Mr. Lynn was one of those people. He made physics tangible, always with his sly humor, strict procedure and different angle on fun. He was a man among men, someone to emulate and respect, someone whose ethics and work discipline were inspiring. He was tough, he was fair, he was caring, he was engaged. I've told the story over and over about his standing wave resonator. He took a sewer pipe and excited it with a gas burner to create low frequency standing waves that the class could walk through, feeling the power of the anti-nodes and the calm of the nodes in between. That was real physics in action. Even without the math, the concept was clear. Perhaps the concept was too clean on the floor above, because after books began dancing off the shelves, the demonstration came to a halt, but not without a sly smile and the patented Lynn raised eyebrow. You will be missed Clive by loved ones, friends and hundreds of students. Rest with the secrets of the universe to explore.



To Cliveâ€™s daughters, their families, Heinz, Julie and family and also George, Susie and family.
You all have our deepest sympathy.
We knew Clive though him joining into our family by marring my Aunt Rosi sometime after they had both lost their previous mates.
We found him to be a very interesting, well read, and a very kind man.  He was such a blessing to my Aunt, especially in her ailing years, where he took such good care of her.
We will miss him tremendously, with not having those long telephone conversations we had over the years.  Although living in Indiana we didnâ€™t see him much, but felt close to him in the phone conversations.
He lived a long and good health filled life until the past months.  May he be at peace now, and know that you will hold many precious memories of him.
Our thought and prayers go out to you all.




Pam and family please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of you father.  I was fortunate to meet Mr. Lynn the last time I took my hubby to cut his yard.  I was able to see his kind heart and his warm smile.  Last night Andres shared the sad news with my son Alex,  his eyes got watery and went to bed with no words and a heavy heart. Today, my boys were remembering when Mr. Lynn would give them candy and puzzles.  Again, if there is anything we can be of service to you please don't hesitate to call us...



Pam and family, I remember Mr. Lynn from McCallum, although I never had the pleasure of having him as a teacher.  I'm so sorry for your loss.  May you find peace in knowing that he enjoyed a life well lived.



"Fine as frog's hair," it was to read Mr. Lynn's request for "The Bells of Hell" to adorn his marker. He regaled senior physics students with that country expression and many others in his class at Anderson High. But when you got past the witticisms, Mr. Lynn was a brilliant teacher who opened up the world of science and technology to a generation of students. In 2013 I was blessed to observe a former student come up to Mr. Lynn at Anderson's 40th Anniversary celebration and tell him that he was the reason that student had gone into engineering. I'm sure there are dozens, if not hundreds of similar stories.
We hardly remember our easiest teachers. The tough ones leave a memory, because they make you work for what you earn. I passed his class, but it was not "as easy as shooting fish in a rain barrel... and not half as dangerous," as Mr. Lynn used to say. Struggling over physics equations was for me a wakeup call that a career in advanced math and science was not in my future. However, Mr. Lynn's class was so challenging; so broad in scope that I managed to place out of 8 hours of college physics without ever having taken a college physics course.
We liked Mr. Lynn because he was so tough, and in spite of it. He didn't suffer fools, yet was fair. If you messed up, he'd give you a second chance. I don't know if he knew it was us who wrapped his house, but he let it slide with a smile. We found out he liked Schlitz, borrowed his keys before class, and stashed a case in his trunk.
Years later, I did some substitute teaching at Anderson and was welcomed back warmly by Mr. Lynn. While I wasn't a real teacher, I had a degree and felt like I had done him proud. I'm thankful I also got to visit with him at the 2013 Reunion. Bev and family, please know you're in our prayers for healing and peace thru this rough time. Mr. Lynn was an ornery cuss who you didn't want to like, but in the long run, couldn't help but love. Greatest generation indeed; a great teacher and a good man.



Dear Pam, I am so sorry to hear about your father. He was a wonderful man and an excellent teacher. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.



Pam, I am sorry I was not fortunate enough to have had the opportunity to know your father - he served his country and his fellow man well throughout his long life.  We are never ready to give them up.  My condolences to you and your family.  May happy memories of times spent together sustain you during this difficult time

Sherry (Wertz) Witt



Mr Lynn as we knew him was my absolute favorite teacher at McCallum. He taught physics and really stretched my mind by giving us tests that required more "thought" than simply plugging in the formulas.
I loved that he had been an Air Force officer as I was dreaming of becoming one (and actually did follow in his footsteps.)  He could be gruff, tough, and demanding, but I always knew he liked me and thought that I had more potential and smarts than I myself was aware of...   his impact on me is memorable even 48 years  later.



He was such a nice man.  His humor and friendliness will be greatly missed.

Jill Graff



Forever rest in Peace Pop! we loved you; we love you and your memory will be with us forever.. you made us who we are today. Beverly


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Clive Alexander Lynn

September 29, 1921 – October 21, 2015

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