Remembering Mel Clayton, Canyon’s Quiet Hero | Amarillo News

Melvin “Mel” Clayton, beloved Canyon resident and community pillar, passed away at 80 after a life rich in service, sports fandom, and quiet dedication. A proud graduate of West Texas State and longtime sales rep with UARCO and Graham Data Supplies, Mel left an indelible mark as Scoutmaster for Troop 31, a devoted WT Buffs fan (even earning an award for outstanding spectatorship), and a passionate supporter of the “Save Our Museum” campaign. He kept up with local happenings via Facebook’s “All Things Canyon” page and followed professional rodeo with fervor. Survived by his children Gene and Amy, sister Jeanne, three grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren, Mel’s legacy lives on through his family and his chosen cause: donations to Scottish Rite for Children in Dallas in lieu of flowers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://amarillotribune.org/2026/09/13/melvin-mel-clayton/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/727110ea4cfd947d Report issues to [email protected].