Clyde Nolan Blacklock

Clyde Nolan Blacklock of Bertram, Texas passed away on April 29, 2023 at the age of 90. Clyde was born on September 21, 1932 in Bertram, Texas where he grew up. After college, Clyde and Faye moved to Austin and after starting their family, moved several times before coming back home to Bertram.

He graduated from Southwest Texas State University on August 27, 1957 with a BS in Science Education and majored in Speech.

He served in the United States Marine Corp, taught chemistry and after moving back to Bertram, he worked in construction.

Clyde enjoyed painting with oils, working with stained glass, gardening and other DIY projects.

He is preceded in death by his father Winnefred Blacklock, and mother Ila Beth Blacklock-Arnold.

He is survived by his wife, of almost 67 years, Faye Blacklock. Three daughters, Vickie Amidon and spouse Randy Amidon, Sheri Frazier, and Lisa Haygood and spouse Darrell Haygood. Seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. He is survived by his sister, Ann Bird and spouse John Bird. Numerous nieces and nephews.

Clyde and Faye have a special love story. The first time Clyde met Faye, they were both enrolled at Southwest Texas State University. Faye was in a bookstore on campus looking for a particular book that she needed for one of her courses. Clyde saw her and asked if he could help her find something. When Clyde returned to his dorm, he told his roommate that he had just met the woman he was going to marry. Truly love at first sight. Their anniversary is May 11th and would have had 67 years together. That’s a lifetime for many.

The family would like to thank all the nurses and doctors for the care and compassion they showed our loved one in his final days at St David’s hospital in Georgetown and Round Rock.

Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at First Baptist Church in Bertram on May 9th, at 10:00 am.