Douglas Bump
Douglas Edwin Bump, 68, passed away on March 27, 2020 in Manvel, Texas. He was born on April 29, 1951 in San Antonio, Texas to Delmar Eugene Bump and Elora Jane Leach Bump. Doug is survived by: wife, Wrenlon McCaskill Bump; children, Marcie Merinda Belfi (husband, Chris) and Timothy Everett Bump; grandchildren, Robin Elora Reese Belfi, Tegan Merinda Fleur Belfi; and numerous family members and friends. They are all extremely blessed to be related to such a Godly man.
Doug earned a B.S. in Elementary Education from Baptist Bible College, a B.S. in Mathematics from North Texas State University, a B.S. in Physics from Lamar University, a M.Ed. in Educational Technology from Texas A&M University, and an Ed.D. in Mathematics Education from the University of Houston. He taught at Temple Christian School in Baton Rouge for 8 years and at Houston Community College for over two decades. His two great loves – after God, missions, and his family – were math and music. Throughout the years he taught many children and adults to play the guitar. He loved to lead sing alongs – at home, at church, at nursing homes, and with children’s groups. He was the worship leader at Mosaic Christian Fellowship in Alvin, Texas. Doug also loved to teach and tutor in math. He was a wonderful resource for career advice and help. He was a mentor to everyone he worked with.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation in Doug’s name can do so online at https://mosaicalvin.org under the Online Giving link. The description for the donations should be Prison Ministries. A memorial will be held later this year.
A song that describes Doug’s life is Thank You For Giving To The Lord
By Ray Boltz
I dreamed I went to heaven. You were there with me. We walked along the streets of gold beside the crystal sea. We heard the angels singing, then someone called your name. You turned and saw a young man. He was smiling as he came.
He said friend, you may not know me now, but then he said but wait. You used to teach my Sunday school when I was only eight. Every week you would say a prayer, before the class would start. One morning when you said that prayer, I asked Jesus in my heart.
Thank you for giving to the Lord. I am a life that was changed
Thank you for giving to the Lord. I am so glad you gave.
Then another man stood before you and said remember the time a missionary came to your church; his pictures made you cry. You didn’t have much money but you gave it anyway. Jesus took the gift you gave and that’s why I’m here today.
Thank you for giving to the Lord. I am a life that was changed.
Thank you for giving to the Lord. I am so glad you gave.
One by one they came, as far as the eye could see. Each one somehow touched by your generosity. Little things that you had done, sacrifices made, unnoticed on the earth, heaven now proclaims. And I know up in heaven that you’re not supposed to cry, but I was almost sure there were tears in your eyes, as Jesus took your hand and you stood before the Lord and He said my child look around you for great is your reward
Thank you for giving to the Lord. I am a life that was changed.
Thank you for giving to the Lord. I am so glad you gave.
Doug was totally committed in his faith in God. Not only did he share this belief with everyone he came in contact with but he also lived it! His love of family and friends was felt by all who knew him.
WE LOVE YOU and WILL MISS YOU,
Until we meet again,
Love forever your brother,
Leonard Bump
and Cathy (wife)
Dr. Bump had a profound impact on me (in my short time working at HCC as a new faculty adjunct in Dev Math). We gravitated to the same classes for break outs and always for some reason I would end up in his break out learning sessions. I enjoyed his commitment to answering questions, clarifying information, always for helpful, giving us so many great resources and his infectious hyper energy like me. I loved him and was always happy to see him during meetings and new him to be the most positive man. I have and will continue to keep your family and loved ones in my prayers and as Christian his spirit has moved on to rest in peace where there is no suffering or pain. God bless your family!!
My God wrap you all in His loving arms and give you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Oh Wren! I’m so sorry for the loss of Bro Bump in your daily life! What a great guy he was! My girls loved his bible class – and he was such a blessing to the choir. All our love and prayers. Frances
We love you, Wren, and all your family. We grieve with all of you.
I am so sorry for your family’s loss, Wren. Doug was such an exceptional Godly man. I know you will find comfort in the Lord and please know we are praying for you and your family.
Wren;
This is Pam Cartwright, the organist at Southview Baptist Church.
So sorry for your loss. I just learned of his home going yesterday. He’s with his Savior. I know that gives you comfort. The Lord makes a wonderful provider for us widows. I pray God will flood you and your family with His peace.
PC
I worked with Doug at Southeast College. I’m so sorry. He made such valuable contributions. He will be missed and I offer my sincere condolences to his family.
My sincere condolences to the Bump family. I worked with Douglas at HCC for many years. He was very sincere and a kind man of God. Before I retired he came to my office and gave me scripture. Mr. Bump will be remembered and missed. May He RIP … 🥀🥀🥀
May God’s comfort be upon you today, tomorrow and forevermore.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Wren and with your children. He will not be forgotten. God bless you Wren.
I’m so sorry for your loss. My kids loved Doug. Mya always asked where y’all went. He was such a good teacher to my kids. Such a godly man. He will be missed
Prayers love to
My condolences to the Bump family in your time of loss
Wren, Timothy, Marci and all the grandchildren. I am truly sorry for your loss. Doug was a very good and close friend since 1997 and I will truly miss him. I will always treasure the many times we played together in Christian fellowship.
Many years ago, I briefly met Doug through Leonard and was fascinated with I believe was my first true Christian man, his sincerity and peace that surrounded him. It wasn’t until I became a Christian that I understand what I whitnessed. My deepest sympathy to the family and may God bring you peace and understanding .
May he rest in peace. Doug was an exceptional human being and an excellent professor of Mathematics. He dedicated his time to making videos for students to review and study at their own pace. He was a very giving member of the HCC Math faculty. He will be missed because he made a difference.
You were an inspiration to many in many ways, Doug. It was my honor to work with you as you lead out to developed math apps, the first to do so over ten years ago long before apps became popular. Your influence is forever. Rest well.
The purest heart yearning to know Him more!! Now Doug does, but I will miss him so. I treasure the contemplations, and boy, the talks we will have some day!!
Doug has the most enormous group of kids going through the motions on Father Abraham, with Abraham there!!!
To Wren, Marcie, and Tim,
I pray that our God will fill you with his peace and console your hearts. My thoughts when I heard about Doug yesterday was, he’s in heaven! I can only imagine his awe and excitement when he got there and saw Jesus face to face. Wow!
Love, Jeff and Ruthann Moncrief
First off I want to send my condolences to Professor Bumps wife and his family. I’m am sorry for your loss.
Professor Bump is the best Math teacher a student could have. He taught the material well and would let the students how much he cared about us and it showed. I enjoyed listening to his stories of his personal experience with his math teachers and his college experience. He would always talk about how smart his wife is during his lessons. His words “She is so smart man, gosh”. He shared many great stories of his family. Professor Bump I will never forget all that you taught me especially the “Bump Method”. You will be missed and shall never be forgotten.
Amen Brother Bump.
Your student,
Vanessa G.
I was one of his students at Houston Community College. He was always eager to help us in his math class. He had a kind heart and you can definitely tell he loved teaching. I’m so sorry and wanted to give my condolences to his wife and family.
I am shocked and deeply saddened by Doug’s passing, as I know that anyone who knew him would be. “Scotty” as his mother called him, was as sweet and delightful as any person could possibly be. I remember when we played together as kids that he was always joyful and so full of love and happiness. There were never any arguments or contests, just a lot of laughter and fun. Doug didn’t just see the best in everyone, he brought it out, sometimes with just his sweet smile. The line of lives he changed must be near endless.
Deepest condolences, love and best wishes to Wren and her family. May God bless and comfort you, and know that we’ll all see him again some day.
Doug will be forever missed and remembered for his devotion to the Lord and for his love of teaching. He was as genuine a person as you could ever meet, and I will miss his wit and humor as well as his guitar playing and singing. I loved getting into deep philosophical and questions of faith with him. His love for the Bible and God’s Word is something that I will always remember and take with me. Especially in questioning what a verse really means. He loved his family and especially his children and grandchildren. His face always lit up when they were around, and he loved singing with children. I look forward to singing with him in Heaven one day and maybe he will be strumming a guitar at the same time. Until we meet again in His presence may God continue to work through your influence and memory.
Dr. Bump is how I knew him. He was my math professor at H.C.C and was absolutely my favorite teacher. I would always stay after class and we would talk about different career paths that would suit me and he was always extremely helpful on anything anyone needed. Even years after teaching at his church he would cherish the moments and would talk about them so fondly and how he loved hearing “AMEN BOTHER BUMP!” And watching his face light up. You could see HIM light up teaching math and answering any and all questions we had. My condolences and prayers to his family and loved ones he truly was the best teacher you could ever have and he really helped inspire me work hard on my dreams. Thank you for everything Dr. Bump <3
Wren, we are so sorry to hear of Doug”‘s passing. Know we are praying for you and your family. He was a very gifted man and always a pleasure to be around. We miss is guitar.
Professor Bump gave me a chance when God spoke to his heart. I learned to value God, Education, and myself through the opportunity to grow as a student and a work study. I will forever be thankful for the grace and patience he showed me as a student. I know if I am to do God’s work…I will have to earn it. Thank you for sharing your husband and father with the students at HCC. The world was a better and marvelous place because he was in it.
Dr. Bump and Family,
Thinking of you and praying for you all during this difficult time of sorrow. My prayers and sincere condolences go out to you as you prepare for your husband, father, etc. celebration of life. Lean not to your own understanding but hold onto God’s unchanging hand and he will see you through! Hold your memories near.
Doug, I’m so thankful & grateful to God that our paths crossed. Me, Brenda, Zach & Jon loved you & will always be so thankful for all You taught us about the Lord & sharing Your beautiful music. While You are now at home in the Presence of the Lord You’ll be so missed. God Bless You our friend & so look forward to seeing you again soon. Charlotte Narlock, Zach & Jon , Brenda Long.
Wren & family,
I never met Douglas personally, but felt so connected with all the posts we shared over the years. I know that he was a man of God & is in home with his Savior. May God provide comfort, strength & bless your family during this time time. I love ❤️ & miss you dear friend.
Jeannie
My most sincere sympathy for your loss. He will be missed dearly. He was my college math professor. A very patient man, a very popular professor among the staff at HCC. Gods Speed Sir.
I am very sorry for your loss… Craig and i send prayers to the family..God bless you all
I’ve known Mr Bump since I was a very small boy. He will be truly missed. Rest peacefully sir.
This man believed in me, he was my professor and it has been a fantastic honor to know him.
Douglas was such an inspiration and a blessing in my life. He was my friend and mentor for over 20 years. He always had the right words to say to me, especially during the difficult times. He was truly a noble person who made a difference in the lives of many, especially his students. He will be greatly missed. May God provide comfort and strength to your family during this difficulty time. I will miss you dearly, my friend.
Wren I am so surprised and saddened to hear of Doug’s passing. Many good memories of the Temple Baptist days. May the Lord comfort you and your family in this time of great loss.
Wren and family
I am so sorry for your loss. Doug was a good man. He will be missed. I know what a void this puts in your life. Praying
Douglas was ALWAYS encouraging and positive to everyone that crossed his path. He was a front line mathematician and pioneer with his math videos. Douglass never met a stranger. Heaven has called a saint home to rest.
I was surprised and saddened to hear of Doug’s passing! I, too, remember him being called “Scotty”, and recall nice times when our families would visit each other. Our prayers go out to Wren, Marcie and all.
Rest In Peace my Dear Buddy. Sorry, I won’t get to learn Camtasia from you, but I take your advice. I will make videos.
He was a great teacher, though I couldn’t pass his class, he helped me by pointing me in the proper direction pass it later, he got me the help I needed, he is the best, thanks to him I was able to live my dream.
Dear Wren, Marcie, Tim and all the members of the Bump family, my sincere condolences for the loss of a great guy whom I have known since the ’90s.
He will be missed by everyone who worked with him. May he rest in peace.
I didn’t know Doug very well. I only got to meet him 2/3
times but I could tell the passion that he had for
Jesus in his life. I am very sorry for your loss.
Keeping you all in my prayers.
Heather Howard from New York
I will miss Doug’s smile , He loved to teach and help others
my condolence to his family and friends
It is always difficult when one of our own leaves us. Let’s remember Douglas as the great educator that he was at Houston Community College and for many of you he was also a dear colleague and friend. Condolences to his family as we keep them in our thoughts and prayers. May Douglas rest in peace!
Sincerely, Norma
Dr. Bump was a great teacher and I am sorry we did not get to make those videos together. I am very fortunate to have had him as a collegue and his wife as an instructor(a great teacher as well). He will be missed by all. May God be with his family as I keep them in my prayers. May he rest in peace!
Respectfully, Joan.
Dear Wren, Tim, and Marcie,
Douglas and I met many years ago, even before he came to HCC. He was a mentor in many ways. As others have mentioned, he had a passion: for teaching, for the Lord, for Mathematics, and for videos. Through the magic of the internet, his passion will be around for many years to come. may be gone from sight but never out of our hearts. The world was a better place with him in it. He will be missed.
I met Dr. Bump less than a year ago, but I have a hole in my heart because of his passing. I thought he was friendly, smart, down-to-earth and easy to talk to.
I will miss him greatly!! RIP
So sorry for your loss from the roys🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
My prayers are with Dr. Bump family. He will be truly miss.
Wren
I wanted to offer my deepest condolences and warmest regards. I have always thought Doug was one of the brightest and kindest men I have ever known. I take comfort knowing he is in a place where he songs and music will be heard forever.
I lost a very special friend, former colleague, and guitar teacher. How many times did we sit and consult to get through those challenging times? He was irrepressible working tirelessly to perfect his trade. Douglas was an inspiration going far beyond expectations to so many students . No doubt he was pivotable for some students, blessing their lives forever.
Doug was a friendly person who has a passion for teaching his students and helping others! He will be greatly missed!
My condolences to his family.
Wren,
So sorry for your and the family’s loss. I didn’t know your husband was sick.
We all miss you two at Southview Baptist Church.
I pray peace will fill your heart knowing your husband is with GOD.
What a gem we lost. I lack the words to say. There is so much pain going on. My heart goes out to Dr. Bump’s family. My prayers are with you Wren and your kids, grandchildren and other families, I pray for God’s counsel, protection, strength, provision, wisdom, comfort, encouragement, guidance and fortitude to be given to you to help you go on.
For us his HCC family, we will surely miss him and the excellent contributions he always brought to help us do well in our classes . His contributions live after him and we will always refer back to them to move on and do well. What an example he has been to us all who knew him and what help he rendered to us. God be with his spirit.
Peace and Love and Comfort to his family and to us all.
Shalom
I am so sorry to hear about Doug’s death. We were colleagues and worked on a learning community together. He was so passionate about his students and what he taught them. I will miss our conversations.
I will miss your energy for students. I hope I can be a professor like you.
I am do sorry for your loss. I will miss him tremendously. He was so giving to students, teachers, and the community. He was an example for the rest of us.I am sending prayers and love to you and your family.
Love you
Mikki
Mrs bump this is dawn Frazier I will never forget you or your husband he gave me direction,pushed and believed in me and that changed my life. I Love You
Wren and family,
We are sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort.
Jeff and Brenda Mack
Douglas Bump selflessly created thousands of videos to help students accross the texas learn developmental math. He created apps to help his student gain access to education ahead of its time. He was a true educator and a dear friend. I am so sorry to see him leave us so soon. He is my inspiration.
Dear Wren,
You and your talented husband were only with us for a short time, but I praise God for that time. You were such a blessing in a number of ways, but the first thing that comes to mind is working with you in Music Makers at Bay Area First Baptist Church.
I’m praying for you and your family, knowing that you miss him so much, even while rejoicing that he is safe in the presence of our Lord.
Wren, You know how much Douglas loved and honored you, but I still want to tell you that when he spoke about you the love was obvious in his eyes, in his tone of voice, and in his face. He loved Marci and Tim deeply and with pride.
Douglas was a colleague who grew to be a friend; a cherished friend. When we were “cubicle mates,” I watched and was fascinated as he created videos that helped his students, HCC Nursing students at Coleman College, and then students everywhere. We will never really know how many lives he touched and changed with his innovations and his belief that the blessings of his intelligence came from God, from his Lord. Douglas believed that was a gift and because it was given to him, he had a mission, was commissioned to use it to help others. He wanted to help all students; especially students who thought they couldn’t learn Math. He showed them they could, showed them how to learn Math. Among those he helped was one of my sisters, who said she loved him and he was the best teacher she ever had. Douglas received Grace, and gave Grace. He always had something good to say about everyone, and his love for the Lord, his intelligent mind, his life lived with purpose gave him courage, wisdom, and strength to do the right thing, and contributed to his greatness. I join my friends and colleagues at HCC in celebrating my friend, Douglas Bump, who I grew to know, love and respect. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the children. Pauline Warren
Doug was an awesome guy that no one who ever met him will forget. Wren and family, know you are all in my prayers.
I met Dr. Bump this semester he was my professor at HCC. I decided to enroll in his class based on all his GREAT reviews! I am glad I did. I always sat in front of the class and he loved hearing “AMEN BOTHER BUMP!” And watching his face light up. He loved teaching and would offer say I care about you. He didn’t have to say it you could feel it. My condolences and prayers to his family and loved ones he truly was the best teacher you could’ve asked for. I am blessed I was able to have the time I did have with him. Thank you for everything Dr. Bump
Doug-
You left a legacy that will live forever in all us who had the pleasure to work with you and only will be gone when we no longer put in practice what learned from your trenching.
last summer Dr. Bump and I worked together on a committee for support math classes , I had the chance to get to know him better, where we become friends he was very funny and always spoke his mind , willing to help with a smile , I always referred my students to his site for additional math help …I saddened for his lost
He’ll be missed by many people
My condolence goes out to his family and friends
There is no doubt that Douglas was an innovative, dedicated, and inspiring professor and colleague. But even more important, he was a man of great character–truly a “good and faithful servant” to God. (Matthew 25:23)
My sincere condolences go out to Dr. Bump’s family. He will be missed.
Prof. P. Shivers
To Doug’s Family:
I am very sorry for your loss.
I knew Doug as a colleague for many years at Southeast Campus. I always admired his focus on his students.
Fondly, Debbe Webne
Dear Dr. Bump’s Family:
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Dr. Bump at the Southeast College for many years and he was such an excellent math teacher. He was always supportive and positive in his daily activities and as a professor. May God bless you and all the Bump family members. And take care of each other.
With my best wishes and prayers,
Jean Vining
He always, always, had a joyful smile on his face at every turn and for the years and years we passed each other in the halls at Southeast. He was a curious soul, eager to learn about art. He wasn’t afraid of asking questions about the artworks in our art exhibition venue next door to the Development Math offices. That twinkle in his eye and his good humor, I will sorely miss.
June Woest
On behalf of the HCC-SE family, I offer our sincere condolences on the loss of a great and amazing Professor and friend. The lives he changed by his passion to help our students will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers for the Bump family.
We will miss you doug… I am so sad but this is the life. We cannot stop the life’s vehicle.
Doug goodbye for a while. We will see you in short years.
As a Receptionist my daily routine is helping students and part of my job is learning something new almost everyday and one thing I can say about my dear friend Mr. Bump is that every time we had a conversation I was always amazed. He was a great man of God and so intelligent and kind. I will never forget our conversations and he will be so deeply missed by me and many students that admired him.
Rest in heavenly Peace Mr. Bump.
When I was a new full time faculty member at Eastside, Doug was one of the first to make me feel welcomed and part of the group. He was always so warm and funny, and someone who could surprise you with his unique way of looking at things. This loss is beyond words. God bless his family. And thank goodness Doug was in our lives.
Dr. Bump was a wonderful professor. You could tell he enjoyed teaching. I’ll always appreciate him for his care and sense of humor. My prayers are with his family.
I am Harriett Reingold Diaz, your roommate at North Texas. Periodically I would look up your name and Doug’s name on the internet and saw that you were both College Professors in Houston.I was always hoping that I would someday look you up when visiting Houston and see you. I looked you and Doug up on the internet tonight and saw an obituary for Doug. I am so sorry about your loss. Doug was a very good and kind man. I am also a widow. My husband died on May 10, 2019 from metastasized lung cancer. I live in Robstown, Tx which is very close to Corpus Christi. I am 67 going on 68 and have not retired yet; I am a 7th and 8th grade special education teacher in Alice, Texas, another small town in the Coastal Bend. Again, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. God Bless you and your family.
Professor Bump was one of the best math professors at HCC!
He will truly be missed!
May he rest in piece.
My sincere condolences to Mrs. Bump and family / friends. I was one of Mr.Bump’s students at Temple Christian. He pushed me to study math, physics, and chemistry. He loved teaching and his enthusiasm was contagious. I just found out about Mr Bump passing today and I am heartbroken. I was in Houston and wanted to reach out to him to say hello and let him know the hours he spent on me were not in vain. I’m a mechanical engineer now and in part that is due to his teachings. God bless