Clyde R. Vegas Sr.
Clyde R. Vegas Sr. was a worshiper, husband, father, grandfather and a respected friend to all. He had a big heart that was open to the world. If you needed a father, he was there. If you needed a grandfather, he would be it. If you needed a friend, with no hesitation you had a friend for life. If you needed an encouragement, he would give it to you and if you needed to be part of a family, his arms was open to welcome you. However, many of you have known him as “Uncle Clyde”.
He was a happy man that had a large sense of humor and always finding the positive in every situation. Clyde was a man that loved his Lord Jesus Christ, his precious wife Pattie and his family. Clyde always was willing to be used to minister the goodness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and bless others in many ways, but leading people into worship was his all time joy.
August 9, 2008 is considered to us a day of graduation. At 7:40 p.m. Clyde R. Vegas was kissed by the presence of God and departed from us on a new journey into the gates of heaven. Preparing the way for the rest of his family members who witnessed this awesome miracle take place, conquering death into the fathers hands of a resurrection life.
“Many responded to my Dad’s passing by saying “his Job here is done,” but we know his legacy will live on in us through our memories of him and all the many lives that he is still touching. Dad is letting us know that this is just the beginning of his legacy.” ~Clyde Vegas II~
Please leave your fondest memory and don’t be shy! Write as much as you want to, to bring joy and healing to all who may read this page. Thank you for sharing your heart and fondest memories of Clyde R. Vegas “Uncle Clyde” with the Vegas and Apana Family.
P.S. In lieu of flower arrangements the family asks that If you would like to help out in anyway. Please do so by giving a love offering to the Clyde R. Vegas Memorial Fund. Please click on the donate button to the right of the page.
August 14th, 2008 at 6:03 pm
papa always told me i was gonna do great things ever since i was barley alive on this earth. He sat there holding me as a new born and garbed my feet and said these feet will go places my feet have gone and more and to this day i find myself going through some of the same life situations as him now that my papa has graduated im left here on earth to carry his legacy ill always remember him as the funny wise witty storyteller musician that pushed me into my destiny i love you pops and im so proud
-austin
August 14th, 2008 at 7:50 pm
I always remember everytime Clyde saw me there was joy on his face and a warm embrace..I will miss that smile and joy no matter how bad he was feeling or whatever was going on…
August 14th, 2008 at 9:10 pm
I LOVE YOU UNCLE AND YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED!
LOVE,
NENA AND OHANA
August 14th, 2008 at 9:39 pm
I’ll never forget the man that loved us, guided us, and who was the backbone for the whole Family. We will truly miss you. You have touched our hearts in so many ways.
I have so many memories of our Family gatherings and i’ll never forget the Holidays & Your Birtdays where we spent at your house. There was always music, laughter, and love among everyone. We Love you, and we will never forget you!
August 14th, 2008 at 9:42 pm
We will always remember all of the encouragement that he has given our family and sharing the love of God with each and everyone of us. We will truely miss his smile, his laughter, his jokes, we were truely blessed by having him as Uncle Clyde. We will celebrate his Life by sharing his aloha with others.
“I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.” — John 11:25
Christ has replaced the dark door of death with the shining gate of life.
LOVE,
LANETTE,Ed,KAYLA,BRYSON&BRiANA.
August 14th, 2008 at 10:51 pm
Hello everyone,
First my love goes out to the Vegas family, Uncle Clyde is a wonderful servant, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, nephew, cousin and being. People who dont know christ would find tragedy in the loss of someone loved, its only a physical loss, but a greater gain in heaven. God’s gain to be exact, uncle’s work here on earth was fulfilled to God’s perfected plan. We will definetly miss him dearly, but I will say untill we meet in heaven uncle Clyde.
Love,
Alma Lee and the Kids.
August 15th, 2008 at 3:53 am
The Vegas/Apana family has always been family to me. I’ve known them for many years back on Kauai. Uncle Clyde and Aunty Pattie introduced me to the Lord. They helped me open my heart to Jesus. They truly are loving people. Uncle Clyde was like a second dad. I remember having late nights with the family at their home on Kauai. We would just talk story. We, Isaiah singers, would have such a blast hanging out at the house. Our trip to Denver CO was so amazing. We grew so close,especially through the rigorous practices and fundraisers. We laughed, cried, sung praises together. I think I spent more quality time with them than my own parents..lol. They were there when I went off to college and even when I returned for summer breaks. It was like routine to go visit them. I have so many great memories. I am so fortunate to have met the Vegas/Apana family. Uncle Clyde always had a smile when anyone walked through the door. I remember always getting a big hug and a kiss on my forehead. Gosh, I feel it just happened too soon. Uncle Clyde, I miss you so much! To the Vegas and Apana family, my love and heart goes out to you all. I love you guys very much!
August 15th, 2008 at 3:54 am
Aloha Aunty Patti, Clyde, Lynn, Charla, Joe, Chad, and Children,
Our warmest condolences to you all, papa was a unique and special individual. He was full of joy, compassion, encouragement, and a man of god there is no denial. We will surely miss his beautiful voice, and welcoming smiles.
We have shared most intimate times with Uncle Clyde, and some really fun times; he would always encourage us to sing well as a man of perfection in worshiping the lord, and his corrections instilled good directions. We love you all, may his grace comfort you in these times and his glory will shine upon you.
Love you guys,
The Johnson’s
August 15th, 2008 at 1:53 pm
Hi Pattie, my beautiful sister!
Can you feel my hug? I wish I was there to hug you in person, but I am there with you in Spirit, girl. I am glad you are in a spiritual community that can help you get thru this period of loss. I guess in the Lord’s eye, Clyde accomplished his mission with us on earth…and what a mission he had!!!. What a beautiful family you have who will keep Clydes Spirit alive.
Love you girl, my prayers and love are with you! Give my love to the family. If you ever need to talk, I am just an email or phone call away. My cell number is 808.651.5039.
August 15th, 2008 at 2:10 pm
Gosh! What a blessing Clyde has been to all of us in the Kauai Family of God Prayer Group, St. Catherine’s Parish and all of Kauai! I remember Clyde and Patti coming in to their first prayer meeting. Clyde had such a big smile and laugh! What joy and laugh flowed through him! He loved Jesus and Jesus loved him! He led us into the Throne room with his heartfelt worship and music! CHICKEN SKIN to DA MAX!
And he led so many of our youth to experiencing the love of God through Jesus and Holy Spirit, including my daughter Moana through the Vegas family Youth Ministry at St. Catherine’s. Holy Spirit tears flowed when they did the Youth Ministry retreats!
Clyde Vegas was a powerful prayer warrior, worship leader and man of prayer, as well as a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. I know he will be a powerful intercessor for souls coming to JESUS. We think he did great things when he was with us, but we haven’t seen anything yet! He will be right with us praying and talking with the father about people who need Jesus love. When we worship, he will be right with us to help us enter new realms with our Holy Spirit so we can be worshipers in spirit and truth!
Thank you Clyde for being a part of our lives! I truly appreciate you and all the gifts that you gave back in such great measure to us all! Truly Abba greeted you with , “My good and faithful servant!” A hui hou…until we meet again in the Courts of the King in Heaven!
Much love and Aloha! Brenda, Ray, Moana and Waiola Viado
August 15th, 2008 at 7:56 pm
WOW !!! This is hard to believe.Clyde was such an important man, it never occured to me that he could die. He was an EXCELLENT musician, a great friend, and one of the friendliest persons I ever met. At a very low point in my life, he was there to give encouragement, over and over. He raised some very talented children, and grandchildren. He will be missed, but I know he is in Heaven, tuning his guitar and getting ready to worship the greatest KING in the world. Clyde, save me a place—Edell
August 16th, 2008 at 12:49 am
I will always remember Clyde’s servant heart and incredible smile! He spent his life pouring out to others. What a beautiful legacy.
Patti, I’m holding you up to the Lord’s great gift of grace. You are an awesome woman of God and you have the most wonderful family ever! Roy and I send our love and prayers. Deb T
August 16th, 2008 at 4:41 am
UNCLE CLYDE; YOU LOVED ME AND ACCEPTED ME FROM THE VERY FIRST TIME YOU SAW ME!!!
IT SEEMS LIKE IF IT WAS YESTERDAY WHEN I SAW YOU GUYS WALKING INTO THE SANTUARY FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME FOR THE TUESDAY NIGHT WORSHIP TEAM PRACTICE WITH PASTOR MIKE AND DEBBIE RICHARDSON. MAN!!! I WILL NEVER FORGET YOUR AWESOME SMILE UNCLE CLYDE, CARRING YOUR GUITAR WALKING UP ONTO THE STAGE AT ICLV READY TO HAVE A LOTS OF FUN!!! YOU LOOKED LIKE A KID WHEN IS GETTING READY TO PLAY WITH HIS NEW TOYS!!! THEN THERE WAS MY BOYS CHAD VEGAS AND JOE APANA WALKING INTO THE SANCTUARY WITH THE BIGGEST SMILE IN THEIR MOUTHS AND THEN I SAID; HUMM THEY MUST BE HIS FAMILY FOR THEY LOOK SO MUCH ALIKE AND THEY ALL HAVE THE SAME SMILE. SO AFTER PASTOR MIKE INTRODUCED US THE VERY FIRST THING THAT UNCLE CLYDE SAID TO ME WAS: MAN! I HEARD YOUR PIANO PLAYING LAST SUNDAY AND IT WAS AWESOME HOW DID YOU LEARNED TO PLAY THE PIANO LIKE THAT? SEE; FROM THE VERY FIRST DAY WHEN I MET HIM TO THE LAST TIME THAT I SPOKE TO HIM, HE SPOKE LIFE AND ENCOURAGEMENT INTO MY LIFE THE WHOLE TIME THAT I HAD THE PRIVILEGE OF KNOWING HIM!!!
UNCLE CLYDE I KNOW EXACTLY WHAT YOU ARE DOING UP IN HEAVEN RIGHT NOW; YOU ARE SHOWING ALL THE ANGELS AND EVEN KING DAVID HOW TO PLAY JOWAIN MUSIC AH!!!
LOOKING FORWARD TO PLAY MORE MUSIC BY YOUR SIDE UNCLE CLYDE AS WE DID WHEN WE FIRST MET AT ICLV.
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR LOVE, ACCEPTANCE AND ENCOURAGEMENT TOURS ME UNCLE CLYDE!!! YOU ARE THE COOLEST HAWAIN GUITARIST AND WORSHIP LEADER EVER!!!
I WILL MISS YOU TERRIBLY UNCLE CLYDE!!!
ISAAC CRUZ
ROMANS 8:26-39
August 16th, 2008 at 1:21 pm
To all the Vegas family:
The first time I met Clyde was when we met for lunch so we could discuss his (not knowing that he meant the entire family LOL) involvement in the worship ministry at ICLV. When I shared with him that I wanted him to come an be a part of the team and we will look at getting you involved, I appreciated his willingness to just serve without wanting a “platform” and subsequently the Vegas family became an intrical part of the ministry for the church.
Personally, I appreciate how Clyde and the Vegas family involved so many in the worship of the Lord. Young and old were given an opportunity to play, dance or sing for the Lord. My son Caleb, when he was barely able to hold an instrument, was given a bass to play by Joe and today he plays bass for our church in Idaho on Sunday mornings. This comes from the heart of Uncle Clyde.
The fruit of Clyde’s life is found in all of your lives. Infectious laughs, open hearts and loving relationships are more than evident in the Vegas family. Clyde indeed has left his imprint for all to see.
One of my greatest memories of the Vegas family is when we would have a “Hawaii night” at ICLV and there would be Clyde playing his guitar with a huge grin, as musicians would play, singers were singing and the dancers were all around worshiping God with full expression. It was a bit of heaven.
Deb and I want you all to know that you are in our prayers. There is comfort in the reality of where Clyde is but our hearts will never be fully restored until we see Clyde and our other loved ones in heaven. Be blessed and we know the comfort of the Holy Spirit as well as each other will see you through.
P. Mike and Deb
August 17th, 2008 at 1:58 am
I am deeply sad to hear the news about my brother clyde. I love clyde and patty so much. Brother clyde has always been so good to me and my family. I enjoyed playing music under his direction. He is the perfect example and image of jesus and how to be a christian. If i had one word to described my brother it would be: “love.” He had so much love for everyone and when he smiled, you could feel the love come from his heart. I am blessed to be his friend and brother. Clyde is a gifted musician and i’m sure the lord is using him now in heaven to direct the choirs of heaven. Clyde and patti were second to none when it came to music. Their music ministry touch the hearts of many, especially the elderly. My brother Clyde, I will miss you and look forward to the day when i meet with you again in heaven. My heart goes out to patti, clydes children and grandchildren. He loved them all and talked about them all the time. No one has ever influenced me more in my christian walk with the lord - thank you clyde for being my brother - I love you brother….Peace be with you…
August 17th, 2008 at 11:15 am
What a Great Friend, and Brother in Jesus that was placed in my Life. The Vegas Family was God sent to encourage me, and to share the Wonderful Times we had playing our Musical Instruments.
When I first met Clyde, I walked in Victory Christian Center, and the whole Stage was full of people that looked just like Clyde, except for Edell, and me. There was a Vegas on the Drums, a Vegas on the Sound System a Son-in-law on the Bass Guitar, a Vegas up front singing, and Clyde Vegas on Lead Guitar, there was no more room on the Stage. I was amazed how much talent was in the Vegas Family. I was so impressed how much these people loves Jesus.
All I could see was how this Man had his Family together. I have never heard anything negative coming from Clyde, or his family. I knew then that I would ask him to play with our Gospel Band. We always prayed before practice, and the jobs that we were hired for. I tried to get the same people that was on stage at Victory Christian Center to join the Band, because his family made up a whole Band. But, School and Work would not allow that.
Anyway, when my wife and I went to visit Clyde in the Hospital we always stood at the door, making sure that he knew we were there, and that his wife, or daughter would have every minute with him. I asked his family to let him know that Cynthia, and I were there to pray for him, and see him. I knew that he could understand, because he tried to turn and look at us through the window.
Brother, you are going to be missed, but sometime in the Future we will all meet again laughing, and having a wonderful time Praising our Father God.
Hey Chad, how come you didn’t have a Spell Check on this Site?
Leon & Cynthia
August 17th, 2008 at 5:05 pm
Well, it is very difficult to pick one favorite memory of Clyde for us. Clyde was a very special part of our lives for 7 years. I first met him while being a member of the choir with Pastor Mike Richardson. Clyde would play his guitar with such joy for the Lord! Many times, he would make us laugh so hard while practicing on Thursday nights and preparing on Sunday mornings. He was fun. But even more so, he was a worshiper, friend and father to us.
Many times throughout the years, he would guide our family with wisdom, with character and with such integrity but more than anything, always with honor and glory to the Lord! He loved the Lord with all of his heart and soul!
He loved our daughter, Lani and used to call her his little “howlie” girl, little “white” girl in Hawaiian. He meant it with all love. When Lani was in kindergarten, he would chase her around the classroom and she would scream with glee! He would say many times over the years, we were like part of his family. While working with Pattie for 5 years at ICA, he would visit and we would talk after school about praise and worship and the coming wave of worship that we are now experiencing. He always had time to play, to listen, to talk…
George and Clyde would talk about the goofiest subjects and make conversations that Pattie and I couldn’t even comprehend. They would banter on and on and laugh until they were almost crying… Pattie and I would just look at each other and start laughing… They even did this while Clyde was in the hospital the first time a few years ago. Clyde wasn’t supposed to laugh, but they bantered away anyway… They were hilarious together…
I think if I had to say one thing that would sum all of this up, it would be, Clyde loved his family more than anything in life. He and Pattie raised awesome children who bore awesome grandchildren. They are the closest family in the best of times and in the worst of times. They always stayed together to help one another no matter what. Their love of one another was always very apparent. We have been envious of this awesome family relationship. Clyde has left an amazing legacy! We will miss seeing and talking with big Papa Bear very much. He is in Heaven now playing his guitar and singing and dancing before the Lord, 24/7!!!!
We love you CLYDE!
George, Julie & Lani Contival
August 17th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
Stan and Barbara Loupe
Clyde, our brother and friend for life.
Oh what a blessing it has been to meet and spend time with Clyde on the pathway of our earthly journey. Clyde was always a joy to see and hug; his inspiring words and positive outlook always charged our conversations. With the stature of a King he entered a room humbly, talented, joyous and always willing to share of himself. He demonstrated a man of God through how he treated his fellow brothers and sisters. He walked in an anointing which was like no other, and he role-modeled the definition of FAMILY! Never without his bride at his side, Pattie and he walked in step creating a rhythmic dance.
I will never forget being a part of an ICLV Hawaiian program. Here is where I debuted dancing the hula and learned the love which is expressed in dance, design and delivery of the hula; coached by my friend Pattie with music powered by the talent of the Vegas family, led by Clyde. My children Lauren and Miles were loved and treated like his own grandchildren and Stan and I were always received with open arms.
My Brother you are missed, my brother we will look to see you on our journey through the golden pathways of heaven.
Your Legacy lives on….
Love and Blessings to Our Vegas Family
Stan, Barbara, Lauren and Miles
August 17th, 2008 at 10:06 pm
Clyde was such a blessing and loving example to the body of Christ.
Seeing the love in your family speaks clearly of Christ’s love for the church.
I pray that God comforts your hearts and lives.
My love you you Patty and your wonderful family.
Linda
August 17th, 2008 at 11:01 pm
Aloha Pumehana,
Charla, If there was anything great that I have accomplished in my life I know that it is the friendship that I have with you. WE share a bond of sisterhood that many would desire and I want to say Thank You! Thank you for sharing your father with me, He will never be forgotten. I love you girl.. Aunty, Be blessed and know that you will always be in my heart and soul. I Love You!
I will always treasure the blessings that were gently given by this pillar in my life. Uncle’s handsome tall stature made me feel safe and real. I felt as though I could do anything after speaking with him. His love for the Lord and for Aunty Patti showed my husband and I how it’s really done. (even down to the matching close
Aloha ‘Oe
Uncle Clyde A hui hou aku
Malia Ho & Ohana
August 18th, 2008 at 7:26 pm
Dear Patti and Kids,
What a wonderful, kind and gentle spirited man Clyde Vegas was. I will always remember his uplifting and positive words when we talked after our parayer meetings on Kauai. He always had nothing but good things to say about people and that laugh, that jolly laugh I will always remember!
He loved you and the kids very much and I know he’s in Heaven preparing the way for all of us who love Jesus! (Clyde, say hey to my brother Jay for us!)
My deepest condolences on behalf of Joe & Josie Gatiuan, Sharon, Tom & Kimbee McDonough, Gary & Ivy Gatiuan and me and Bob. We’re thinking and praying for you as you celebrate Clyde’s life.
Love, and Aloha
Debbie
August 18th, 2008 at 7:35 pm
i love my uncle!!
August 18th, 2008 at 8:15 pm
It’s been probably close to 10 years since I’ve seen Uncle Clyde or any of the Vegas family, but you are all, and always will be, in my heart. Uncle Clyde encouraged me when I was 12 years old - awkward, and scared to death, to play in church and use my gifts for God’s praise. Since then, I’ve remained dedicated to using my talents for worship and in thanksgiving for my many blessings. I would not be where I am today without Uncle Clyde and the entire Vegas clan being involved at our youth group, and being another family to me. Uncle Clyde - I love you, and miss you, and I hope you’ll save me a spot in the band that I’m sure you’re already forming! Thank you for teaching my hands to sing for my heart.
With love and aloha,
Cristen
August 20th, 2008 at 11:08 am
In all my life, I don’t think I ever met anyone who could hug like Uncle Clyde!!! I have to thank the Vegas family, especially Uncle Clyde, for including my daughter and myself in their music family. As Cristen said, they opened Cristen’s heart and soul to what her talent could be used for in worshipping our Lord and Saviour. It gives me great satisfaction to see how his dedication to his service of the Lord is being passed on to others today. That’s what our life witness is supposed to be about, yeah?? Without Clyde and Patty’s encouragement, I would never have learned to overlook my shyness and use my talent to do something that was so daunting to me and that was become the Eucharistic minister trainer for our parish on Kauai or even better, become part of a 60 member choir at our church here in San Antonio. I will never forget the blessings gained from the trip to Texas with Isaiah. All my love goes out to the Vegas and Apana family.
Aloha ke akua,
Sandi
August 20th, 2008 at 6:04 pm
Uncle Clyde was always a man of worship, of encouragement and much love to his family and to the people around him. When I was a young musician (still am lol) playing on the worship team at ICLV for the first time, I totally messed up an old school hymn at both morning services in front of hundreds! I was so embarrassed but Uncle Clyde help me with some of the counting and by the end of that day….I learned how to play the song. He always encouraged me and always told me to use my gifts for the Lord. He also told me that using your gifts for the Lord “destroys” the enemy and his tactics (I believe he was the first one to talk to me about “spiritual warfare”).
So I do not only honor Uncle Clyde but his amazing life partner, Patty Vegas, for also being a woman of encouragement, and someone who reflects God’s love.
Uncle Clyde you will never be forgotten! You have left a mark in all of us!
Blessings and love to the Vegas & Apana Family.
-Danny Salazar
August 20th, 2008 at 6:08 pm
He was a man of great strength and the heart of a child, so pure and unconditional. He loved my boys and treated them as his own. He loved to laugh and my son’s always did whatever they could to encourage his great laughter. His whole family was our family, grandchildren, son’s, wife, in’laws. He shared them all with us. This earth has been blessed to have such a great and loving man, husband, father, uncle, grandfather, brother. Aunt Patty and all the kids, we love you with all of our hearts and thank-you for sharing him with us.
Love, Nancy and Donovan and Shawn.
August 21st, 2008 at 8:52 am
One of the most memorable days of our 13 years in Las Vegas was the Sunday we met Clyde and Pattie and the Vegas family at Victory Christian Center. That moment started a friendship, not just an acquaintance, that has lasted throughout the years. Martha and I came to know Clyde not only as a great worshiper and worship leader, but also as a great husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
You could always find Clyde and Pattie together with their family. What a wonderful example they are to many and this love for each other is evident in Clyde and Pattie’s children and grandchildren.
Pattie, we know that there is a grieving that will be here for a time, but that it will pass and leave way to memories of happy times. We will miss his big smile, wonderful laugh, and the hugs.
Clyde Vegas, truly a priest and a king.
With all our love and prayers,
Marvin and Martha Benat
August 21st, 2008 at 10:36 am
My heartfelt condolences goes out to the vegas family. He was good friend and one of my first football coaches in high school. His son Clyde was a classmate of mine. May our Heavenly Fathers choices blessing be upon your family at this time. Aloha and Mahalo for all that you did. Farewell from Kapa’a, Hawaii.
August 21st, 2008 at 12:17 pm
Joel and I extend our love to you during this loss. Clyde will be missed but I know there is a new sound in heaven that he is releasing. We love you!
August 21st, 2008 at 12:23 pm
Aloha kakou - I was fortunate to have been a part of the crew that videotaped Clyde as he was playing for the group Oceania. This was during the mid-eighties, first day of summer, Father’s Day, at Po`ipu Park. There were so many wonderful musical performances that day but Oceania and Clyde’s guitar work and smile particularly stuck in my mind. I really enjoyed reading the other letters.
August 21st, 2008 at 3:31 pm
Hello Vegas Ohana- I want to send you my heartfelt condolence to you all. Uncle Clyde was like my second father, he always made me feel part his family. I will miss his huge hugs and his great cologne.
Charla, I am very sorry for your loss. Dad was a wonderful person, always there to listen. I am sure that he is in Heaven looking down on us and rocking on singing praise with the angels. Well sis, you have angel in heaven praying for all of you. I will light a candle tommorow in his memory.
Aunty Pattie, Thank you for being a special person that you are. You and Uncle Clyde was an inspiration to all of us. We prayed that when we grow up to find a special relationship that you and Uncle Clyde had shared, eventhough, he will not be with you in flesh, he will always be with you in SPIRIT! May the Lord bless all of you, I love you.
August 21st, 2008 at 3:35 pm
To my Family….
I love you guys…… Love you and will miss you uncle with all my Heart….. He was the Best Uncle anyone Could ask For…. Not only Were you my Uncle… But I looked up to you as a Dad…. I miss you And Love You… Love you aunty Pattie and Family….. God Bless
Your Niece
Jamie Helena Alves
August 21st, 2008 at 8:58 pm
Our hearts go out to the Vegas family. We met you at St. Catherine on Kauai where we vacationed for six months every winter. It was a sad day when the family departed for Las Vegas. We thrilled to your music at the youth Mass, which often brought us to tears. The Holy Spirit touched us through your beautiful music, and we thank you for your gift. God bless all of you.
Shirley & Bud
August 21st, 2008 at 9:04 pm
The Ragsac Ohana Here on Kauai send our condolences. God bless!
August 22nd, 2008 at 11:01 pm
Truly sorry to hear of Clyde’s passing. I don’t know if you will remember me and my daughters, Cookie, Ilima, Leinani, Edwina, Billie and Anela, because some times have past from the time of being neighbors at APOPO HALE on Kauai. I do remember you were good neighbors to us. A kind uncle that always remembered Anela’s shampooed hair.
We all look forward to the time when we can be reunited with our loved ones asleep in death as John 5:28. Jesus will call and they will come out from the memorial tombs.
August 24th, 2008 at 2:10 am
Let me first say hi to you all, Aunty Pattie, Clyde, Lyndell, Charla, Joe & Chad. It’s been a long time since I’ve seen all of you. I was in shock when I heard about Uncle Clyde’s passing. We have had some fond memories together in the past. I did spend a lot of time at your house, sometimes you may have wanted to kick us out but you didn’t. Uncle Clyde was a very kind hearted person and he was like a second Dad. He will truly be missed. My thoughts are with all of you. Take care and be there for eachother. Love You Guys!
August 24th, 2008 at 9:13 am
our prayers,love to the wegas family,too all clyde and pattie are the best neibors to have,kmow them 2 yrs now,we welcome in the neiborhood,and i knew clyde was truly gods son,he and pattie come down to door,he had his bible reading.we would talk at the mailbox, and pray and talk ,wave or on his way too see his grandbabies.pattie you stay strong god is here with you.and im acroo the street.family god is here with you all,our thought are with you all.hes with his father now,with the other angels,god blee you all.
August 24th, 2008 at 7:10 pm
To the Vegas Family, you’re in my prayers each and everyone of you. What a glorious memorial service on Friday. I worked with Clyde at Consolidated Resorts and what a great co-worker he was. He knew how to make the customer feel speacial. I enjoyed working with Clyde and usually on Mondays we had great conversation about what our Pastors peached about on Sunday and he loved to talked about Joel Osteen. I’ll miss Clyde. We can all say Thank God For The Memories! May God bless each and everyone of you and I’ll keep you in my prayers.
August 25th, 2008 at 11:33 am
To Clyde’s Family he will be missed I had the pleasure of working with him when I first started my job and nothing but respect he always gave me. always happy, he will be missed very much and my prayers are to you his family. god blesss you all?
September 6th, 2008 at 3:15 pm
Hi Pat-I don’t know if you remember me from the days when Clyde, Robert Ramos and I were in First Light together in Kona, HI at the Foxey Lady. I heard of Clyde’s passing from Joe Ramos who called me here on Oahu. I’m saddened that I haven’t seen Clyde for the past 30 years because there was so much info that he would’ve loved to hear. I got saved while we were in Kona, HI way back in the day although none of you knew. A waiter led me to Christ while having lunch together in the employee cafeteria. Many years later, in 1990, I went back to Kona on a 2-year mission, saw God save many others and held services a couple times on the beautiful grounds of the Keauhou Beach Resort! Imagine that! Anyway I’ll tell Clyde when we are in eternity together. I got to attend Bob’s memorial service last year-although it was a tragic circumstance, it was the most touching service I have ever attended, and now Clyde and Bob are together rejoicing. Please feel free to contact me. Take care.
September 7th, 2008 at 6:59 pm
Every day i go sit at your empty desk for a few min…..i loved the guy and miss him….he is not in pain but i still am…..i was lucky to have had him as a friend…..
September 12th, 2008 at 2:58 am
Dearest Patti & Family,
We were so deeply saddened to hear of Clyde’s passing. We will never forget all the good times we shared with all of you and the youth while you were here on Kauai, and Clyde, his love for music, praising God and sharing his time and talent with the youth. You are in our thoughts and prayers during these difficlut times, not only now but also in the days and weeks to come.
(Patti, we’ll be in Vegas on the 24th, we’ll give you a buzz)
Love and God Bless,
Charlie & Della Silva
September 14th, 2008 at 12:18 pm
I am truly sorry for your loss. I have a lot of fond memories of Uncle Clyde and the times our families spent together on Kauai. We shared laughter, tears, and so much more. I will always remember Uncle Clyde’s boisterous and infectious laugh. You opened your home and hearts to all of us during the time you were involved with the youth group for St. Catherine’s parish. I remember camping out in your yard during our retreats and having a blast. I’m sure he and dad are now reunited, watching over all of us and probably planning more retreats together.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love,
Yvette
September 17th, 2008 at 7:08 pm
This was a GREAT guy…For the few months I worked with him I knew you could just tell he was well really likeable person..We need more people in the world like Clyde…happy I had the chance to meet you …GOD BLESS YOU CLYDE!!!..TILL WE MEET AGAIN!
FRANK B
September 21st, 2008 at 1:44 am
Aloha to my brother in Christ “CLYDE VEGAS”
I’ve known this man for sometime now. Kinda off and on for a number of years. Young kid time (1961-62) in Hawaii he played music with my brother Robert Ramos who recently passed on to be with the Lord. First time I met him was at my Moms house he played guitar and sang. He and Robert had a band called “Girl plus 5″.
After I moved to SF Bay Area I never heard much from him till Rob moved to SF Bay Area. He’d call Rob once in awhile so Rob would mention to me how he was doing. Bro Rob was a very close friend with Clyde. Rob was a Carpenter so when he returned back to Hawaii he had a chance to help Clyde’s dad repair his house.
By this time I also returned to Hawaii. Hawaii
the best…. Now that we were all back in the
Islands I would see Clyde or talk to him when he’d call Rob at my Moms house. Some time after I learned he became a Born again Christian. Later he told me he was moving to Las Vegas. He always seemed to have
a positive attidude, always nice things to say joking here and there. I’m a Born-Again Christian as well as Robert. Clyde would tell me hey come up to Vegas so we jam for Jesus.
I play keyboards and Rob was bass player in his early days. After Roberts death in 2006 Clyde called from Vegas to talk to Mom and give her his condolences. That was the last time I spoke to him on the phone. I heard from him sometime in 2007 he sent me an email to see how things was doing with our family. He invited me to come to Vegas. I told him I’d be Praying about it. The last thing he told me that stuck in my head was “One day soon all us
Myself, Robert and Clyde will be jamming in a
Worship Team for JESUS forever and ever.
My condolences to Clyde’s Wife and children
and family along with his his brothers and sister in the Lord. Praise UM! Jesus Saves!
September 24th, 2008 at 5:26 pm
My cousin Clyde brings back many found memories growing up. We gathered for all occasions together. We palyed Latin Music and ate the food. We played “chased master” and ran around the houses.
We kept in touch over the years. But when I lost my son Jeremy, Clyde phoned me and spoke to me for hours. He comforted me and knew my pain.
I pray that the Lord Jesus comforts all of his family and bless them with peace. Our love for all you in our hearts and in my prayers.
Love your cousin,
Shirley Ferreira (Alverio family)
October 20th, 2008 at 6:21 pm
Dearest Auntie Pattie, Clyde, Lyndell, Charla, Joe and Chad,
I wanted to extend to you my deepest condolescences.
From my own family and from the Olivas family.
I have very many fond memories, especially of playing music with Uncle Clyde and learning about life and God on Kauai. I loved to listen to his voice and music from his guitar, it was always so calming and brought you to another peaceful, so peaceful place. Uncle Clyde, I remember, was very overprotective of all the young people around him, as if we were his very own. I always felt safe around him. He was a good man who could hear or find music in everything and was always, always laughing. So warmly contagious.
He will be missed and will always be remembered.
Uncle Clyde will be in our hearts always. He is in mine.
Love to all of you.
November 2nd, 2008 at 9:58 pm
Tonight I played at a new church. It was a privledge to play for the lord. I got to sing, play guitar and bass. Everything i learned and played was from brother clyde. If i never learned from clyde i would probably never be able to share the lord’s music with others. All day long i thought about brother clyde and miss him very much. I felt he was there today with me coaching, cheering, singing and worshiping the lord together with us. I can’t wait to see him again in heaven. I miss him and love him very much…-JOHN
December 4th, 2008 at 5:51 pm
I had to come and place a comment here on my Uncle’s page today because lately things i see or places i go reminds me of my Uncle Clyde.
Lately i’ve been thinking about you Uncle. About couple months ago i was sitting in my car and shut my eyes to relax and in that moment i don’t know what it was but i would see you sitting next to me and feel that you were there while i took a deep breath and ease some stress. I know you are among each and every one of us and i feel your engery. And for some reason when i’m remembering those holidays and family get togethers…a blue and purple dragon fly will appear, and i know that some where close by you are there. Miss you lots Uncle!
and to my Family in Vegas, We Love you and Miss you all.
Take Care & God Bless
<3 rina
May 25th, 2009 at 12:43 pm
OMG Patty I am so so sorry for your lost. He was one of the most beautiful man in the world. Non-judgemental, honest, sweet and caring. My heart goes out to you and the children. May you always go on with my love and my aloha forever.
I so miss uncle Clyde.
Thank you for sharing this moment with me. I am so touched. Love you sis.
May 25th, 2009 at 10:36 pm
Aloha Aunty Patty
I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Clyde…I so remember when he was part of the pop warner here on kauai..That’s wen Julie and I were cheerleaders.Well give my love to everyone….take care and god bless…
Maile
June 5th, 2009 at 2:49 pm
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July 8th, 2009 at 1:26 am
One year ago today that Clyde had his attack, think about him all the time, sure wish he was still here sure miss him…Jerry Blackwell
August 9th, 2009 at 9:52 am
Clyde has been gone a year today, sure miss him, he was the best , got to smile when i think of him….
March 27th, 2010 at 3:42 am
I was thinking about clyde today and just wanted to say i miss him!
July 8th, 2010 at 1:34 am
Thinking about you buddy, 2 years since you had attack, miss you alot