Dr. Wayne Dunlap, 78, of Bryan, beloved husband, father, "Gramps", teacher, mentor, and friend, passed away on September 1, 2009, at his residence.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, September 4, 2009, at Hillier Funeral Home. A memorial service is set for 1 p.m. Saturday, September 5, 2009, at Hillier Funeral Home.
Graveside services will follow at the Aggie Field of Honor.
Dr. Dunlap was born in Charles City, Iowa on January 7, 1931. His family relocated to New Orleans, Louisiana where his passion for music emerged. A skilled trumpet player, Dr. Dunlap joined Texas A&M University at 16 years old, ultimately serving as the drum major for the Fightin' Texas Aggie Band, Class of '51 (Whoop!).
He earned a Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering. After graduation, Dr. Dunlap served in the U.S. Air Force for two years and returned to Texas A&M University for his Masters Degree in Civil Engineering. He worked for two years for Spencer Buchanan & Associates in London, during which time he met and married his beloved wife Jill.
In 1959, he returned once more to the home of the Fightin' Texas Aggies, where he became an Assistant Professor while completing his Doctorate in Civil Engineering. He spent a Post-Doctoral year at the Imperial College of London, and upon his return was promoted to Associate Professor. In 1977, Dr. Dunlap furthered his commitment to Texas A&M by accepting a position as full professor where he remained until his retirement in 2003.
Dr. Dunlap's accomplishments and contributions are many. He is internationally recognized for his research in Offshore Technology. He has authored countless publications, received many awards, and was honored at numerous academic events. However, his greatest accomplishment and contribution is not one that appears on a plaque or on paper, but in the hearts of those he touched.
Literally hundreds of young people have benefited from his expert teaching. His great knowledge and passion for his work has been an inspiration and his careful, patient manner has been an example for all to emulate.
Dr. Dunlap's high degree of integrity and character as well as his superior teaching and mentoring abilities have brought esteemed honors, including the Corps of Cadets Outstanding Scholastic Advisor Award on numerous occasions and the Tenneco Meritorious Teaching Award from the College of Engineering.
Dr. Dunlap was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Lela Dunlap and brother, Donald Dunlap.
He was a loving husband, to Jill Dunlap; a compassionate father to his children, Andrew Wayne Dunlap and Donna Jean Dunlap; "Gramps" to his beloved grandson, Brandon Dunlap and a friend and mentor to many.
His love was patient and kind. He did not boast nor was he proud. He was not rude or self-seeking. He was not easily angered and kept no record of wrong. He did not delight in wrongdoing but rejoiced in truth. (1 Corinthians 13:4-6)
He gave love unconditionally and was loved by many. He may be fallen, but in the true Spirit of an Aggie, his Spirit lives in our hearts forever.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, September 4, 2009, at Hillier Funeral Home. A memorial service is set for 1 p.m. Saturday, September 5, 2009, at Hillier Funeral Home.
Graveside services will follow at the Aggie Field of Honor.
Dr. Dunlap was born in Charles City, Iowa on January 7, 1931. His family relocated to New Orleans, Louisiana where his passion for music emerged. A skilled trumpet player, Dr. Dunlap joined Texas A&M University at 16 years old, ultimately serving as the drum major for the Fightin' Texas Aggie Band, Class of '51 (Whoop!).
He earned a Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering. After graduation, Dr. Dunlap served in the U.S. Air Force for two years and returned to Texas A&M University for his Masters Degree in Civil Engineering. He worked for two years for Spencer Buchanan & Associates in London, during which time he met and married his beloved wife Jill.
In 1959, he returned once more to the home of the Fightin' Texas Aggies, where he became an Assistant Professor while completing his Doctorate in Civil Engineering. He spent a Post-Doctoral year at the Imperial College of London, and upon his return was promoted to Associate Professor. In 1977, Dr. Dunlap furthered his commitment to Texas A&M by accepting a position as full professor where he remained until his retirement in 2003.
Dr. Dunlap's accomplishments and contributions are many. He is internationally recognized for his research in Offshore Technology. He has authored countless publications, received many awards, and was honored at numerous academic events. However, his greatest accomplishment and contribution is not one that appears on a plaque or on paper, but in the hearts of those he touched.
Literally hundreds of young people have benefited from his expert teaching. His great knowledge and passion for his work has been an inspiration and his careful, patient manner has been an example for all to emulate.
Dr. Dunlap's high degree of integrity and character as well as his superior teaching and mentoring abilities have brought esteemed honors, including the Corps of Cadets Outstanding Scholastic Advisor Award on numerous occasions and the Tenneco Meritorious Teaching Award from the College of Engineering.
Dr. Dunlap was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Lela Dunlap and brother, Donald Dunlap.
He was a loving husband, to Jill Dunlap; a compassionate father to his children, Andrew Wayne Dunlap and Donna Jean Dunlap; "Gramps" to his beloved grandson, Brandon Dunlap and a friend and mentor to many.
His love was patient and kind. He did not boast nor was he proud. He was not rude or self-seeking. He was not easily angered and kept no record of wrong. He did not delight in wrongdoing but rejoiced in truth. (1 Corinthians 13:4-6)
He gave love unconditionally and was loved by many. He may be fallen, but in the true Spirit of an Aggie, his Spirit lives in our hearts forever.
Dr. Wayne Dunlap, 78, of Bryan, beloved husband, father, "Gramps", teacher, mentor, and friend, passed away on September 1, 2009, at his residence.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, September 4, 2009, at Hillier Funeral Home. A memorial service is set for 1 p.m. Saturday, September 5, 2009, at Hillier Funeral Home.
Graveside services will follow at the Aggie Field of Honor.
Dr. Dunlap was born in Charles City, Iowa on January 7, 1931. His family relocated to New Orleans, Louisiana where his passion for music emerged. A skilled trumpet player, Dr. Dunlap joined Texas A&M University at 16 years old, ultimately serving as the drum major for the Fightin' Texas Aggie Band, Class of '51 (Whoop!).
He earned a Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering. After graduation, Dr. Dunlap served in the U.S. Air Force for two years and returned to Texas A&M University for his Masters Degree in Civil Engineering. He worked for two years for Spencer Buchanan & Associates in London, during which time he met and married his beloved wife Jill.
In 1959, he returned once more to the home of the Fightin' Texas Aggies, where he became an Assistant Professor while completing his Doctorate in Civil Engineering. He spent a Post-Doctoral year at the Imperial College of London, and upon his return was promoted to Associate Professor. In 1977, Dr. Dunlap furthered his commitment to Texas A&M by accepting a position as full professor where he remained until his retirement in 2003.
Dr. Dunlap's accomplishments and contributions are many. He is internationally recognized for his research in Offshore Technology. He has authored countless publications, received many awards, and was honored at numerous academic events. However, his greatest accomplishment and contribution is not one that appears on a plaque or on paper, but in the hearts of those he touched.
Literally hundreds of young people have benefited from his expert teaching. His great knowledge and passion for his work has been an inspiration and his careful, patient manner has been an example for all to emulate.
Dr. Dunlap's high degree of integrity and character as well as his superior teaching and mentoring abilities have brought esteemed honors, including the Corps of Cadets Outstanding Scholastic Advisor Award on numerous occasions and the Tenneco Meritorious Teaching Award from the College of Engineering.
Dr. Dunlap was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Lela Dunlap and brother, Donald Dunlap.
He was a loving husband, to Jill Dunlap; a compassionate father to his children, Andrew Wayne Dunlap and Donna Jean Dunlap; "Gramps" to his beloved grandson, Brandon Dunlap and a friend and mentor to many.
His love was patient and kind. He did not boast nor was he proud. He was not rude or self-seeking. He was not easily angered and kept no record of wrong. He did not delight in wrongdoing but rejoiced in truth. (1 Corinthians 13:4-6)
He gave love unconditionally and was loved by many. He may be fallen, but in the true Spirit of an Aggie, his Spirit lives in our hearts forever.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, September 4, 2009, at Hillier Funeral Home. A memorial service is set for 1 p.m. Saturday, September 5, 2009, at Hillier Funeral Home.
Graveside services will follow at the Aggie Field of Honor.
Dr. Dunlap was born in Charles City, Iowa on January 7, 1931. His family relocated to New Orleans, Louisiana where his passion for music emerged. A skilled trumpet player, Dr. Dunlap joined Texas A&M University at 16 years old, ultimately serving as the drum major for the Fightin' Texas Aggie Band, Class of '51 (Whoop!).
He earned a Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering. After graduation, Dr. Dunlap served in the U.S. Air Force for two years and returned to Texas A&M University for his Masters Degree in Civil Engineering. He worked for two years for Spencer Buchanan & Associates in London, during which time he met and married his beloved wife Jill.
In 1959, he returned once more to the home of the Fightin' Texas Aggies, where he became an Assistant Professor while completing his Doctorate in Civil Engineering. He spent a Post-Doctoral year at the Imperial College of London, and upon his return was promoted to Associate Professor. In 1977, Dr. Dunlap furthered his commitment to Texas A&M by accepting a position as full professor where he remained until his retirement in 2003.
Dr. Dunlap's accomplishments and contributions are many. He is internationally recognized for his research in Offshore Technology. He has authored countless publications, received many awards, and was honored at numerous academic events. However, his greatest accomplishment and contribution is not one that appears on a plaque or on paper, but in the hearts of those he touched.
Literally hundreds of young people have benefited from his expert teaching. His great knowledge and passion for his work has been an inspiration and his careful, patient manner has been an example for all to emulate.
Dr. Dunlap's high degree of integrity and character as well as his superior teaching and mentoring abilities have brought esteemed honors, including the Corps of Cadets Outstanding Scholastic Advisor Award on numerous occasions and the Tenneco Meritorious Teaching Award from the College of Engineering.
Dr. Dunlap was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Lela Dunlap and brother, Donald Dunlap.
He was a loving husband, to Jill Dunlap; a compassionate father to his children, Andrew Wayne Dunlap and Donna Jean Dunlap; "Gramps" to his beloved grandson, Brandon Dunlap and a friend and mentor to many.
His love was patient and kind. He did not boast nor was he proud. He was not rude or self-seeking. He was not easily angered and kept no record of wrong. He did not delight in wrongdoing but rejoiced in truth. (1 Corinthians 13:4-6)
He gave love unconditionally and was loved by many. He may be fallen, but in the true Spirit of an Aggie, his Spirit lives in our hearts forever.
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