Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInNEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Louisiana singer Marc Broussard apologized this weekend to Jazz Fest fans after cutting short his Friday show at the Fair Grounds over fears he was having a heart attack “My hands got numb and my legs got really weak and started to go out a little bit,” the Lafayette native explained in a video posted to his Facebook page “I assumed I was having a panic attack at first so I just tried to work through it and breathe through it “Then I started to feel a little pain in the back of my left arm right before ‘Time is a Thief,’ I told Terry on drums this might be the last song I ever sing.’” Broussard said he decided to end the show early for fear he would collapse on stage He sought medical attention backstage and said he was prepared to be taken straight to a hospital examined him and evaluated his symptoms as the effects of “severe dehydration,” he said “I orally hydrated for a good little while then went over to the medical tent and got some IV fluids and felt a thousand times better,” Broussard said I was just super-dehydrated and felt like I was gonna die in front of 20,000 people I apologize to anybody that felt like we cut the set short -- we did -- but I don’t think I would have survived playing two more songs I appreciate any love and support and I promise I’ll make it up I just need to take a little bit better care of myself See a spelling or grammar error in our story? Click Here to report it Subscribe to the Fox 8 YouTube channel passed away surrounded by love on Saturday She graduated from the University of Texas in Austin and was a talented artist photographer and lover of music who was always up for a gallery tour but her happy place was at the beach with her family cooking big meals and boiling crawfish Jan would give you the shirt off her back if it would bring you comfort she was always the first to show up with a casserole a rare hug and her dry wit to console friends through surgeries and she was always on board for a celebration Karen Kiker of Austin; Chuck Kiker and his wife of Beaumont; David Kiker of Austin; Sharon Adams and her husband of Kyle; and Julie Dean Grammier and her husband of Fannett; eight nieces and nephews; seven great-nieces and nephews; and numerous aunts Ferrell and Charles “Red” Kiker; and her constant sidekick Kiker’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church, 9894 Gilbert Road, Beaumont, Texas, Donation Link; or Austin Pets Alive!, 1156 West Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, Texas, Donation Link Kiker Family – Sorry for the dear loss of Jan I pray for each of you to find peace and comfort knowing that she is no longer in pain and that she is now with her mother Sending my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your beautiful Jan May you find comfort and love in shared memories My condolences and prayers are with your family.❤️ To all the Kiker family: I remember Jan in school at Hamshire-Fannett as a very nice person I also remember as I worked at the feed store in Fannett her family being my best customers My condolences and prayers to the Kiker family in this time of mourning Please accept our deepest condolences in your loss of beautiful Jan and website in this browser for the next time I comment Beaumont - McFaddin Ave. Beaumont - Major Dr. Nederland ©Broussard's Mortuary 2017-2025 Built By Americom Marketing Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application a beloved guidance counselor and dedicated personal trainer passed away peacefully at his residence on May 2 he was known for his infectious laughter and a spirit that brightened the lives of everyone he encountered A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 am at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church Entombment will follow in the Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Pellerin Funeral Home Kenwood devoted over 30 years of his life to guiding young minds at New Iberia Middle School and Belle Place Middle School where he offered not just academic support He was deeply respected by colleagues and cherished by students as he had an extraordinary ability to make learning enjoyable and engaging His legacy in education is marked by countless lives he touched always encouraging students to pursue their dreams with confidence In addition to his impactful work in education Kenwood was a passionate personal trainer and bodybuilder He dedicated much of his life to fitness and nutrition helping countless individuals achieve their personal goals His commitment to health and strength served as an inspiration to many in the community illustrating the value of a healthy lifestyle and friendship Kenwood was also an avid collector of classic cars This cherished hobby was a reflection of his playful spirit as he thoroughly enjoyed being around people He had a remarkable ability to lighten the mood and remind those around him not to take life too seriously Kenwood earned his high school diploma from New Iberia Senior High and his master’s from the University of Louisiana Lafayette where he laid the foundation for his rewarding career His commitment to lifelong learning and personal growth was evident as he continuously sought to enrich both his own life and the lives of those around him Mary Lois Leleux Broussard of New Iberia; children and Lynn LeBlanc (Bart) of Lafayette; grandchildren Pallbearers will be Elwood "Woody" Broussard The family would like to give special thanks to his sitters and to Hospice of Acadiana for their care and compassion Kenwood leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered fondly—a man who embraced life with joy His absence will be felt deeply by all who had the privilege of knowing him please make a donation in Ken’s name to the charity of your choice Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors Accordion legend Jeffery Broussard is going from the big screen to the Zydeco Capital Jam next week Broussard can be seen playing alongside other local musicians at the upcoming Zydeco Capital Jam from 1 to 3 p.m. But performing in front of a large audience isn’t new for Broussard He recently made an appearance in the hit horror movie “Sinners” playing an accordionist alongside Michael B Broussard is also on the movie’s soundtrack Christone “Kingfish” Ingram and Bobby Rush the movie as grossed more than $161 million worldwide Box office: 'Sinners,' filmed partly in Louisiana, opens at No. 1 over Easter weekend Broussard follows in the footsteps of his father leader of the popular Lawtell Playboys band It wasn’t until the 1980s and 1990s that Broussard truly shone with the Zydeco Force a highly influential group that ushered in a contemporary sound in traditional zydeco Zydeco Force reigned as dancehall and TV stars “Zydeco Extravaganza.” Fans flocked to the clubs to hear “Hey Madeline,” “On My Way,” “B-Flat” and other hits Broussard has returned to his traditional roots with his Creole Cowboys band “Bayou Moonlight,” Broussard’s debut album with the Nighttime Syndicate will be released May 23 on Fairground Records Receive emails when new obituariesare published to our website Top hats were in fashion and people connected through telegrams rather than texts And the need for family and friends to come together Planning your funeral in advance means your family won’t have to when the time comes >>LEARN MORE Services that honor the individual and provide peace of mind for families >>SEE OUR SERVICES Unparalleled care at every step with unique and personalized memorial services >>SEE OUR SERVICES Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Bridgewater Chapman Funerals & Cremations - East Bridgewater Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Falmouth Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Harwich Funeral Home Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Harwich Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Marstons Mills Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Martha’s Vineyard Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Mashpee Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Wareham Chapman Funerals & Cremations - West Falmouth Funeral Home Chapman Funerals & Cremations - West Falmouth Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Yarmouth © Chapman Funerals & CremationsSupported by SRS Computing Your browser may not work with certain site. Upgrade now. 7at4Oklahoma State DeJesus Propel Cougars Past Cowboys4/18/2025 7:36:00 PM | Baseball Houston wins third-straight Big 12 road series opener Geraldine Walker Broussard passed from this life in Prairieville She was the beloved spouse of Gustave Irby Broussard (1927-2015) and the loving mother of six she assisted with helping her parents with her siblings and became self-supporting at an early age overseeing the raising of her children and supporting her husband in running his business enjoying fiction as well as learning about financial matters and investing After seeing her six children through to graduation from Catholic schools Geraldine began taking watercolor painting lessons where her talent as a watercolor artist blossomed She became involved with a local artist co-op and volunteered at their gallery in Saint Francisville Her own work as a watercolor artist was prolific as she brought the beauty of Louisiana nature and 19th Century homes to life on her artist’s paper many of which received accolades at juried art shows and were featured in gallery exhibitions Many of her works now adorn private collections She also worked to share her knowledge and painting techniques with other artists through classes Geraldine was a devout Catholic and longtime member of St She had a strong moral compass and a deep desire to help charitable causes both locally and globally Despite the hardships of growing up in her family during the Depression Geraldine was a committed Christian who saw her duty as one of faithfulness Geraldine is survived by her children Katherine Broussard Reves (Craig) Margaret Broussard Millard (William) and their families Special thanks to Keith and Jamie for caring for Mom in their home for the last year Additional thanks are also due to the caregivers that helped the family with this transition a memorial donation be made to Catholic Relief Services Family and friends are invited to the visitation at St from 9AM to 10AM with the Mass of Christian Burial at 10AM Interment to follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory In the aftermath of the Golden State Warriors’ 131-116 Game 6 loss, Steve Kerr took to the postgame podium and ranted about a particular defensive ruling of the league The Warriors coach criticized officiating and the NBA rule book for failing to acknowledge fouls when contesting defenders touch the hands of shooters during a shooting motion Steve Kerr’s criticism was the big story to emerge from the Golden State Warriors’ Game 6 loss While some agreed, Chris Broussard meanwhile dismissed the “dirty” notion that Kerr is trying to argue about Brooks and the Rockets Speaking to First Things First, the NBA analyst turned down Kerr’s comments, claiming he must get Draymond Green in order first “I think a lot of players aren’t necessarily trying to hurt you to the point where you can’t play definitely not trying to injure you long-term I’m fine with that to a degree,” Broussard said but I don’t need to hear him complaining about dirty play when he’s coaching Draymond Green Curry sustained his thumb injury way back in January and re-injured it before the regular season concluded Game 5 marked the worst game of Curry thus far in this postseason as he just finished with 13 points from 3-12 shooting. While Amen Thompson did a great job of defending him it can’t be denied that his thumb complication is also a factor Like Broussard, Nick Wright didn’t also find anything wrong or malicious about how Brooks tries to contest Curry “It’s very well documented that I’m not a fan of Dillon Brooks I’ve called him a dangerous player—someone who goes far beyond gamesmanship into truly reckless basketball I think it’s just part of sports,” he said You can’t have Steph on the ground and be like Let me step on it.’ That’s crossing into dirty play But I’ve got to be fair and honest about what I believe: I don’t think this crosses the line.” It remains to be seen if the league will look at this incident between Curry and the Rockets both sides are just trying to make the most out of their chances to win with the Warriors just one victory away from advancing heading to Game 6 this May 2 We have the address for the funeral home & the family on file If you're not happy with your card we'll send a replacement or refund your money The family of Donnie Broussard created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 PM on Thursd.. Made with love by funeralOne It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Allen a remarkable woman whose life was defined by her unwavering dedication to caring for others and her entrepreneurial spirit Barbara took on parental responsibilities for her siblings early in life This natural inclination to care for those around her became the defining characteristic of her journey through life she always took the initiative to watch over and care for others a quality that would blossom throughout her lifetime Barbara was a devoted homemaker to her family and the delicious aromas of her culinary creations While she dedicated herself fully to her family Barbara also built an impressive career that showcased her intelligence Barbara was an extremely successful businesswoman who acquired extensive knowledge and experience through her employment with hospitals Her expertise and dedication culminated in the establishment of her own business as a Medicare Insurance Specialist which she operated successfully for almost forty years recognizing her genuine commitment to helping them navigate complex healthcare decisions While dedicated to her career and customers Barbara always prioritized her culinary passions in the kitchen sharing both meals and her precious time with family and the food she prepared was made with the same care and attention she brought to every aspect of her life Barbara’s lifelong philosophy of providing for and taking care of others extended far beyond her immediate circle She was never too busy to offer an ear or a helping hand to those in need As a caretaker to many who needed assistance and guidance she touched countless lives with her compassion and wisdom This was her strongest attribute and an aspect of her life for which she will always be loved and remembered Despite her busy schedule caring for her family and serving others Barbara always found joy in outdoor activities These moments in nature brought her peace and happiness providing a perfect balance to her service-oriented life Barbara’s legacy lives on in the hearts of her husband J.W. and all those whose lives she touched with her kindness She showed us all what it means to live a life of purpose and compassion but her spirit of selfless giving will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing her Janet Allen Swearingen of Sour Lake; James Curtis Allen and his wife Carlene Holt; and multiple nieces and nephews Barbara is preceded in death by her parents and sister with a gathering of family and friends to follow until 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m. with her interment to follow at Rosedale Cemetery even though I lived about a mile southeast as the crow flies May sweet memories of your mother bring you peace and comfort leaving behind a quiet but powerful legacy of love Zac may have seemed distant or reserved to those who didn’t know him well—but to his family and close friends he was a deeply caring and dependable young man with a strong spirit and a kind heart He loved his family fiercely and found joy in the simple things—time outdoors He had a deep appreciation for earning money Zac was proud of the opportunities he found while working offshore and showed a true curiosity and work ethic in everything he did and never hesitated to lend a helping hand His goal this year was to own his own boat—a dream that reflected both his ambition and love for life on the water Zac will be remembered for his unwavering dedication and the love he shared with those closest to him His absence leaves a hole that cannot be filled but his memory will always be held close in the hearts of those who knew and loved him Kamrin Frankens and Aynslee Morris; niece to be Asa Frankens and Rowen Frankens; and numerous extended family A gathering of Zac’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m with interment to follow at Fellowship Cemetery surround this grieving family with Your loving arms and grant them the strength to face the coming days.” I didn’t get the chance to know Zac but from what I see and hear of him he was a Great young man Our sincerest condolences for your profound loss of your wonderful son Sending prayers for the family during this difficult time Zac was very quite and respectful hard working young man on the Titan so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son You and the entire family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time I only knew Zack for a short period of time I lost my baby brother Jacob Johns he was 20 years old I don’t know how it happened or what was going on in y’all’s world But I’m just extending my condolences to the family of the lost I’m sorry for the pain it’s caused I don’t have anything to give except my prayers I love you MM♡ I know you are strong & will get thru this but a mom should NEVER go thru a situation like this I’m with you in spirit even tho I’m not there to hug you We are sending you big hugs & even bigger prayers for comfort & I understand words won’t make it better but I am hear if you need someone to call and sit quietly on the other end May the peace of God cover you & your family in this difficult time We are so very deeply sorry for the loss of Zac Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends May God surround you all with comfort and peace I send my family’s Condolences and prayers for your family’s loss may he rest in peace Continued prayers for everyone that loved Zac He touched so many lives w his bright smile For sixteen years Joe dedicated his time to being the best coach and mentor to his son Joe found joy in being around his family making them laugh and creating lasting memories Stacy Lynn Bolen; and Jesse Magee Mahfouz and her husband Candis and Brian White; Christal Fuselier; and Judy and Butch Johnston; and numerous cousins He is preceded in death by Charles Henry Magee and Patricia Ann; and Joe and Iris Mackechney A gathering of Joe’s family and friends will be from 6:00 p.m Ivy graduated South Park High class of 1970 He decided to travel the country for a few months before enlisting in the Army Ivy came home and attended Lamar University This is where he met the love of his life and wife which later helped him start Hart Construction He loved to jam with anyone from New Orleans street musicians to friends He spent many years playing in the First United Methodist praise band in Nederland Ivy loved to hunt and fish and be outdoors He passed on his love of the outdoors to his children and grandchildren After retirement taking his grandkids outdoors was his favorite past time He enjoyed Village Creek kayaking and fly fishing often Albert and Darlene Hart; and Robert and Penny Hart; numerous nieces and nephews; and close family friends Memorial contributions may be made to Sleep in Heavenly Peace Hart’s family and friends will begin 5:00 p.m His cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Margie and family – I am so sorry to hear of Ivy’s passing I was fortunate to say I was a friend of his Hold your memories of Ivy close and he will always be with you Comfort comes in knowing he is no longer suffering and in a better place Thankful for all the happy memories he leaves with everyone he knew Sending prayers for comfort and peace in Iva passing never meeting a stranger always had a story to tell as everyone had an Ivy story to tell as well Having known Ivy for well over 40 years his love of Village Creek the old Flying Red Horse Club and the creek cabin where many good times were spent and many unforgotten stories began R.I.P to Shirley Mae Champagne and Harold Joseph Broussard Survivors include his wife of twenty-six years of Beaumont; Lacey Broussard of Beaumont; and Ryan Broussard and his wife Gregory “Pappy” Broussard; and Cheryl Williams Terry is preceded in death by his parents and brother and unconditional love for those around him He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army He was stationed in Germany for several years as a Tank Gunner and diligence that continued to serve him throughout his life Terry proudly committed thirty-one years to ExxonMobil where he worked as a supervisor and master machinist and dedication earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need Whether it was helping a friend build or repair something Terry became a master gardener who found joy and fulfillment in nurturing the earth His garden was a testament to his green thumb and tireless work He loved sharing his harvest with family and friends Terry Broussard’s legacy lives on in the lives he touched He will be deeply missed but never forgotten Broussard’s family and friends will begin at 10:30 a.m. His cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium I’m so sorry for the loss of my cousin Terry Broussard My sincere condolences and prayers to Susie and the entire family Terry was one of the people who took me under his wing when I first came to the Lube Plant(Crude Unit A We served together as emergency responders and a lot of my machinery knowledge is credited to him May the family find comfort in God’s word and in Terry’s precious memoirs I served with Terry in Germany and he was a great friend then Terry had many dinners with my family and I was also the loader then driver on his tank It was my pleasure to have known and worked with Terry and for him He was always a great guy to be around and with I have many fond memories of our time at the plant May God give his love ones peace and comfort in this hard time I had to pleasure to have worked with terry at the Nanticoke refinery in Canada 🇨🇦 and we also invited him to our home for a few suppers we had about six weeks together and became great friends I often think of him when I here the word Texas he will be missed by his old English Mate to Lillian Laura Mouton Brown and Henry Frank Brown He was a graduate in the Class of 1959 at French High School Survivors include his wife of fifty-nine years of Silsbee; Shanna Paulette Brown of Mont Belvieu; and Michelle Nadine Swenson and her husband of Atascocita; Kaitlyn Knighten; Loni Swearingen; Rebekah Brown; Joshua Estes all of Silsbee; and Layton Brown of Mont Belvieu; great-grandchildren Brown’s family and friends will be 10:00 a.m. His interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park I’ve known Lonnie since Edwards Elementary days and remember lots of special events we went through all those school years Our class of ’59 will remember him always Even though I can’t be there to share in a tribute to his life So sorry for your loss-my prayers go out to all the family New Iberia – A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2:00 pm Interment will follow in Beau Pre Cemetery to the late George and Louise Ronsonet Broussard and was a graduate of Loreauville High School she was an active member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church however her greatest pleasure was taking care of her family and Phillip “Soupy” Dupuis (Nancy Marie Frederick Dupuis) of New Iberia; sister Chance Gonzales (Jeni); several great grandchildren Dupuis was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years Patrice Marie Owens Dupuis and Cindia Maria Evans Dupuis; and a sister This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page many considered The Celebrity Theater in Broussard a local staple This decision comes after the closure of the theater in 2023 “There are a lot of screens in Lafayette Parish but this theater was just not able to compete The closure was followed by the company’s purchase of the theater’s partner and the reclamation of the property where the theater was located and we’ve been entertaining prospects to repurpose that site,” Hebert explained Hebert shared that repurposing the building proved to be impractical and costly where we got in the building with architects and engineers and it just simply is just too expensive and not practical,” Hebert said While the decision to demolish was not an easy one Hebert views it as an opportunity for a fresh start instead of a development that was centered around the building now we have a free space to take that eight acres and divide it up in any way for prospects that wanna be located there,” he explained presents Hebert’s company with the potential for various commercial developments “There’s so much that has changed in terms of HVAC that even if you can re-purpose the structure you almost have to put in completely new mechanical systems Hebert expressed that the company plans to parcel out the site to maximize frontage options “I think it’s most likely that site will be developed with multiple tenants three maybe four tenants on that site,” he said The company is also open to various development ideas from commercial ventures to residential properties so there could be a residential element,” Hebert suggested “There’s a lot of sentimental value to the people in and around Broussard with the theater and unfortunately it’s gotta happen,” he reflected The demolition is set to take place in the coming weeks and Hebert remains optimistic about the future of the location as he believes it represents the beginning of a new chapter for the site one that will reshape the area in a way that caters to modern needs and growth Long ago I began to write a letter in the unfortunate event that I would not be able to attend your wedding but I never finished it because I told myself that I would have plenty of “time” But now I am here writing a letter that would hopefully represent how much you mean to me and all those who were fortunate enough to have ever met you then you would describe her as “incredibly special” You had a way of making everyone absolutely love you It might have even been the “my way or the highway” approach Your kindness has touched every soul that you have ever met I will always remember the caring daughter who tucks her father in for bed The filial daughter who boils a kettle of water so mom would have a cup of warm water in the afternoon The big sister in you who loves her siblings so dearly Even though the pain that we are feeling is immense I know that like all things this pain is temporary I find comfort knowing that your spirit has moved on to where you are no longer suffering please continue to chant AMIDAPHAT and we will meet again in the western pure land Thank you for being my best friend and allowing me to have the greatest job in the world of being your father  A gathering of Harper’s family and friends will be from 2:00 p.m Her cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium I’ve always been hesitant to bond with kids because once I do But you are different than all the other kids You are one of the only kids that I could not resist falling in love with No matter how hard I tried to keep my distance Your perfect personality was impossible to resist I suppose this is why God wanted you back so soon Probably because you had already fulfilled the duties of an angel to the world I always used to tell you that my baby daughter wanted to be just like you And you used to tell me that I “always” say that Although my daughter did want to be just like you the real truth is that I’m the one who wanted my daughter to be just like you because you are the perfect role model If my daughter is half the person that you are because you already do that without anyone having to tell you to do so I’ll try to be the wonderful the person that you are smiling little student that always had a kind word One of my favorite memories of you was when we were learning about living and non living organisms I brought in real earthworms and gummy worms for the activity You did not want to touch the real worms or have them near your desk You were truly grossed out and squealed with disgust You did however love eating all the gummy worms Your beautiful little life will forever stay alive in our memories I loved you from the moment I met you and always will God created a beautiful person when He made you Stephanie and I send our deepest condolences We can live with the faith that we’ll meet again those who have gone before us If we can do anything for you from right across the street Bac Shorty and family miss and love u so much!! Rest easy until we meet again our sweet Harps🕊️ May God bless you and hold you close during this time Berard Transportation advises motorists of an upcoming oversized load transport that will affect travel along US Highway 90 between New Iberia and Broussard a convoy will move three loads of industrial equipment—each reaching up to 22 feet in height—from the Port of Iberia to Broussard and are expected to take three to four hours to complete the 16-mile route According to a release from Berard Transportation and Louisiana State Police escorts to ensure safe passage Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes or exercise caution and anticipate delays when traveling in the area during these times of Las Vegas and Justin Bundick and his husband Blaine Bennett and Caden Bennett; and other family including Michael Wilson and William Wilson Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society A gathering of Barbara Ann’s family and friends will be from 6:00 p.m with her interment to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park I could write a book of all the adventures and happy times the two of us have shared and Lamar together and shared the same faith We were in each other’s weddings and also became widows I have hundreds of stories from age 6 to 70 which I will hold so dear as sweet memories You were such a great talker and listener but I know we always wanted nothing but the best for each other and I know you now have the best You always told me if time went by and we hadn’t talked “We just pick up where we left off” The sadest day for me was Monday when I marked you off my prayer list You had such a big heart and it was so SWEET I would say I wanted blue eyes and you would say you wanted brown eyes Not many can say that they’ve had a friendship for as long as us and I’m so thankful for what we had my sweet and beautiful FRIEND and I both had the pleasure of working with Barbara at Gulf States Utilities for many years you will truly be missed here at Lamar) the little short time that I had to get to know you it was such a pleasure and an honor to know such a beautiful person inside and out it was such a joy knowing Barbara during our time together at Lamar U She was such a wonderful sweet and caring person So sad to hear of the passing of Barbara Ann May all you great memories of her stay near to your 💕 hearts and know you have one more Guardian Angel to watch over you as see rest in the house of the Lord forever Barbara was beautiful inside and out-always kind Very sad to hear of her passing and glad I got to see her at the 50th reunion I talked to Barbara at our 50th class reunion and she was the same sweet caring person as she was in elementary school we are so sorry to hear of Barbara Ann’s passing Barb you were a true light in this world such an amazing I enjoyed our time working together at Lamar I will miss seeing your bright smile and how you were always concerned about everyone so sorry to hear of the passing of your sister Barbara Ann RIP Mrs Barbara you will be greatly missed Barbara you were a wonderful person and such a blessing to have you in the Wilson family 7at4Cal McGinnis Power Cougars Series Win2/23/2025 6:55:00 PM | Baseball Drezek keeps Golden Bears at bay in second 2025 series win graduated into the Kingdom of Heaven on Wednesday Long before becoming the patriarch of an extensive and loving family Judge Ferguson grew up in the oil fields of Burkburnett he worked as the janitor for a local Baptist church that provided clothes and shoes for him and his brother to wear He earned a Bachelor of Arts as a basketball player for Howard Payne University in 1954 Judge Ferguson fought in the Korean War and received an honorable discharge from his military service as a commissioned Naval Officer He thrived as an intelligence analyst and ultimately a section chief at the National Security Agency where he was awarded a medal for his management of classified cryptanalysis projects He carried President Eisenhower’s briefcase and advocated for legislation to protect American interests He went to American University Law School at night Judge Ferguson met a fellow intelligence analyst named Mary “Tince” Wilson from Rutherfordton He was best known for presiding over civil and criminal trials as a District Judge With his first appointment by the governor he became the youngest District Judge in Texas history including the first case in Texas to recognize the “crashworthiness” doctrine that forced automobile manufacturers to prioritize the safety of their customers during their design process He served on the Board and the Ethics Committee of the Texas State Bar’s Judicial Section as well as the Board of Visitors at Pepperdine Law School in Malibu He founded and organized the Texas Association for Court Administration to promote respect for court staff He acted as the chairman of Judicial Dispute Resolution Corporation where he mediated hundreds of major civil lawsuits to settlement and garnered a reputation as the most successful mediator in Texas Judge Ferguson was also a legend outside the legal world He was elected as chairman of the deacons of First Baptist Church of Alvin voted as little league commissioner in Alvin and appointed as chief of staff at Second Baptist Church in Houston He taught Sunday School lessons from every book of the Bible founded the Cornerstone Commission that established 5,000 churches in Mexico and – ever a Southern Baptist – owned a winery in North Carolina and a mentor in law offices across southeast Texas He dedicated his life to government service so he could help people in need He advocated for the rights of everyday Texans in law practice the City of Burkburnett honored the boy from the oil fields with an induction into the BISD Hall of Fame as a Burkburnett Legend Judge Ferguson’s greatest accomplishment was his abiding faith in Jesus Christ He practiced the Great Commission and was known to resolve legal disputes with the directive of Ephesians 4:32 “Be ye kind.” He set a Christian example for his family and loved to watch his grandchildren read Luke’s Christmas story from the family Bible Rob; Paul Franklin “Trey” Ferguson III; Mary Catherine Schweer and husband Case; John Russell Devillier; and Mary Antonina Ferguson; great-grandchildren and Beck Dishon; Luca and Case Robinson II; Jay Paul and Amelia Adams; Reagan Franklin Stokes and Kate Clark; and Timmy and Herron Ferguson; and many nieces memorial contributions may be sent to Second Baptist Church A celebration of his life will be led by Dr at the Hankamer Chapel of Second Baptist Church A private graveside service for the family will follow at Magnolia Cemetery Please keep the family in your prayers and be ye kind one to another To Chip and the rest of the Ferguson family Judge Ferguson was a pillar in the legal community and a great mentor to so many of Lumberton passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family LD retired from Mobil Oil as a Process Operator and Wharf Master he held multiple positions at Lumberton Independent School District He was a coach for Lumberton Little League and served as an official umpire and referee for many sporting events across Southeast Texas LD was a member of the Young Men’s Business League since 1992 He also served on the Board of Directors for seven years Though he was proud of all the titles and positions he earned the one that meant the most to him was Unc Patricia “Pat” Price; Brenda Walden and her husband Gerald; and Charles “Bimbo” Price and his wife He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings Kenneth Price; Earl Price; Charlcie Stevenson Price’s family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m. His interment will follow at Franks Branch Cemetery I have so many wonderful childhood memories with LD aka Uncle LD He was loved by all and a great example for his family to Veronica Benoit Rushing and Gary Alan Rushing Matthew completed his formal education earning a Doctorate of Medicine from Ross University but his passion for learning never ceased He chose a career in Radiologic Technology specializing in cardiovascular and brain catheterization he graciously shared his talent and knowledge with all his colleagues His family bypassed Google because Matthew was a storehouse of information He had an abundance of friends who cherished his kind Matthew’s best friend and mentor was his father and reveled in each other’s distinct humor Cole Davis; Jack Davis; Sawyer Davis; Carissa Hernandez and her husband Rushing’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m with his Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2:00 p.m. In keeping with his generous spirit and commitment to healthcare Matthew’s final act of kindness was to give the gift of life through organ and tissue donation Veronica so sorry to hear about your son Ill remember you in my prayers as you go through this difficult time Sincerely Janette Waguspack Deepest sympathy for your tragic loss of Matthew Continued prayers for comfort and strength My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family may God’s comfort be with and grace you with his love May our Savior grant you peace and comfort 🙏 Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here Survivors include his wife of sixteen years Felicia; and Fernando Martinez and his wife He was preceded in death by his grandfather Guillory’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m with his interment to follow at Magnolia Cemetery Your keen curiosity about life and its many blessings (often overlooked) puts a smile on my face “43 But so shall it not be among you: but whosoever will be great among you shall be your minister: 44 And whosoever of you will be the chiefest You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers We are so saddened of the passing of Michael We thought Michael was so special and such a great spiritual support to our Immaculate Conception Community in Groves He was such an inspirational importance to our kids Vincent and Vanessa and the CYM group at Immaculate We will miss his smile and his gentle kindness of his personality Guillory .To you and your family 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 My prayers are with you and your family as you go through this very difficult time Guillory And Your Family During The Lost Of Your Love One…..You Have My Deepest Sympathy……. My Love and Prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time Que Dios lo tenga a su lado y les de las fuerzas para seguir adelate You will be greatly missed by your brothers and sisters as well (Jessie Our hearts are with your family and friends I loved visiting with him when he was at Fletcher I know the family and friends will miss him so Ms Guillory you and your family are in my prayers you have my deepest condolences for you and your family Guillory was so kind to me when I worked at Vincent God bless you and console you with His comfort and His strength It’s hard to believe you’re gone Mike you were a great cousin and you will be missed My heart aches for your wife and the rest of your family words fail to express our deep sorrow for the passing of Michael We are sending healing prayers and comforting hugs Psalm 46:1 “God is our refuge and strength an amazing kind soul who I had the privilege to call my friend and my thoughts and prayers are with you and for you and Him May he be already sitting on the side of a lake with a fishing pole in his hand and that warm and genuine smile that he always shared with those around him I will always treasure our time spent together Michael was such a kind and generous person who gave so much of himself to his students He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him To Gloria Guillory and the family I will truly miss my dear friend he was such a wonderful man and I feel blessed to have known him and to have him be a part of my life he was not just a coworker he was my brother I will cherish all the moments that we spent together may God continue to bless you and your family and give you the strength that you need at this difficult time remember Earth holds no sorrow that heaven cannot heal take care and rest in peace my dear brother to Linda Faye Burks Oliver and Bobby Lee Oliver There are some things that everyone knew about Karen you can imagine that if there was an issue she was going to help you feel better—and even if she didn’t have the answers you always ended the conversation knowing that you were loved “Karen was the most selfless and non-judgmental person I’ve ever met.” And to make things even better which brings me to more of Karen’s attributes—she would not rat you out says Karen was a “cool kid” and thought she was supposed to hang out with her and her friends She always took part in their shenanigans and never told on them Karen slept with Teresa every night until they were old enough to move out they would get themselves so scared with their stories that they would have to run and jump in bed with their brother You would’ve thought she had given birth to them She fought for them when it was necessary and always had their well-being at heart Jessica came along and was the apple of all their eyes She and Mark had a deep love and shared many ups and downs together many of their friends thought of Karen as a second mom Karen thought she had the best life until she became a grandmother you could not hold a conversation without her talking about every single one of them and telling what they were each accomplishing She was very proud that Kadence is a cheerleader and beautiful to boot Garrett is now playing football and is the best kid on the team Grant excels in sports with his speed and agility and he is also the smartest kid in his class and she can really pose for pictures like a model She loved being Mimi or Meme depending on which grandchild was writing it She even became an honorary grandmother to the neighborhood children Karen shared a message of hope and faith with others that had been diagnosed with terminal cancer Karen educated herself on the disease and Stella’s medications She spoke with her medical care team about what was working and what wasn’t She helped relieve her fear and gave her comfort Having a double lung transplant was quite a setback She is preceded in death by her parents; son Dorothy Robbins and Edward Theodore Robbins Robbins’ family and friends to follow until 8:00 p.m.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2:00 p.m. with her interment to follow at Oak Bluff Memorial Park Robbins’ honor may be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation I can remember Karen during Jessica’s bridal shower and how she fussed over Jessica I am so sorry to hear of her passing but she is with Jesus now My prayers and thoughts are with Jessica and her family during this stressful time She always made time to talk and hear your story no matter how much time had passed since the last chat She always welcomed me into your home and y’all always had something good cooking up We always had a great visit and lots of laughs When I was deployed she sent me a birthday card with music that played There are no words for the legacy that Karen has left on her family She always made her family and friend’s feel welcome and loved I am forever grateful to call her my best friend I will forever hold in my heart all the special memories we made together May God wrap his arms around you and give your family peace and comfort to get them through this difficult time My heart breaks for all of you She was always a sweetheart.I have great growing up memories of all our good times with our family She loved big We hadn’t seen each other a lot these past few years but I knew without a doubt she loved me God bless 🙏 We have all been blessed by having Karen in our lives I will never forget her coming to stay with me when I was going through chemo and was too sick to get out of bed she still cared enough to come spend time with me She was a dear friend I will never forget her I miss our morning walks around the neighborhood May God wrap His loving arms around all of you and comfort you with His perfect love Teresa I am so sorry to hear od Karen’s passing you and the family are in my prayers Audrey Mildred Nash Long of Fannett went to be with Jesus on January 17 and loved ones and praising God in song to the very end Living in simple circumstances at a time of war Audrey’s mother worked hard to take care of her three children by working as a housekeeper Nanna “Louie” Watts made sure that Audrey and her sister were involved in the local church children’s ministry Louie married Alfred Watts at the closing of WW2 which was a challenge for the surprisingly difficult young Audrey Audrey’s life and family were transformed at age 13 when she trusted Jesus as her Lord and Saviour She spoke often of the children and youth rallies at Bethesda Free Church and the training she received in sharing her faith when he moved from London to Sunderland to attend Durham University Many of their “dates” consisted of meeting Barry at the train station after class and walking home together Audrey trained as a registered nurse and midwife and Audrey delivered babies while Barry served two years of national service in the Royal Navy they immediately started a family of their own Audrey bravely boarded a ship to Canada with 4 children (and secretly pregnant with a 5th) as Barry flew ahead to prepare their home in Montreal and homeland — wholeheartedly following Barry in his dream of a new life in America the growing Long family (now with Janet and Susan) always found the closest Baptist church and immersed themselves in ministry They enjoyed camping vacations all around their newly adopted country and made family time a priority Audrey was the ideal stay at home mom and created a home of love Audrey taught children’s and women’s Sunday school classes and was active in Bible Study Fellowship Her strong faith sustained her through the years and as she found herself as a widow at the young age of 59 and has deeply impacted many for Christ beyond her own 6 children Treasured traditions for each grandchild include their high school graduation trip with Nanna and the monthly phone call on “their day.” They each claim to be her very favorite Known by many outside the family as simply “Nanna” or “the Queen,” she is famous for Friday Feast Audrey would want her greatest legacy to be those who have been drawn closer to Christ as a result of her consistent witness in word and action Audrey was preceded in death by her husband and Susan Taylor (Kevin); and daughter-in-law Cody (Kayla); and 26 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 6055 South Loop East, Houston, Texas 77087  give online or First Baptist Church of Fannett, 17019 Highway 124, Beaumont, Texas 77705  give online Long’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m Her Celebration of Life will be 11:30 a.m. A private graveside service was held at Magnolia Cemetery may your family be comforted in God’s loving arms🙏🙏🙏 prayers for comfort and strength for the days ahead always smiling and I loved getting to visit with her precious Lady & sister in Christ what a blessing to have known her & to know she’s resting w/Jesus Know she’ll be missed by alot of family & friends pray peace & blessings on you all…much l;ove I didn’t know Audrey well but see the effects of her life in all of her family that I do know Christ shines brightly in her world and have had a sweet impact on my life I love you and all your family and pray for comfort for you in these hard days I am forever grateful for Audrey Long’s influence over me as a teenaged girl I looked up to her for her beautiful spirit and the peace I was in the hospital recovering from an appendectomy My family had to attend the funeral while I remained in the hospital My mother asked Audrey to come because she knew I felt comfortable with her and adored her Your support helps make our show possible and unlocks access to our sponsor-free feed From Louisiana's Cajun Country is one of the most unique areas of the United States who settled there after being exiled from Canada by the British in the 18th century Our monthly series, Acadiana Music Showcase, is produced by our friends at Lafayette, La., affiliate station KRVS and it explores this vibrant cultural melting pot through music Today, you'll hear a performance from an artist born and raised in Louisiana and on Louisiana music. Marc Broussard's "bayou soul" music has found him success at home and on the national stage breaking out with his song "Home" back in the 2000s a Louisiana Hall of Fame guitarist and former member of The Boogie Kings "Marc Broussard has a powerhouse of a voice that stems from an upbringing surrounded by the swamp and roll heritage his father participated so heavily in," says Cecil Doyle, host of KRVS' Medicine Ball Caravan "Marc is well seasoned from influences and experiences both near and far — a force of Southwest Louisiana music for more than two decades now." It's his first album of original material since 2017 This episode of World Cafe was edited by Miguel Perez and produced by KRVS Public Media at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette It is brought to you through a partnership with Lafayette Consolidated Government Become an NPR sponsor to Clarence Elmer Abshere and Ruby Esther Abshere Perlie was a resident of Winnie for 63 years She enjoyed being a mother and housewife until her kids were out of school she found fulfillment working at Sammy’s Western Store and Style Shop where she enjoyed connecting with people and visiting with the community They explored the United States from coast to coast and even made memorable trips across Europe One of their favorite pastimes was gambling and cherished memories with those she loved most Kathrine Marie White; Mark Douglas Choate and wife Sandy; Michael James Choate; and Donald Owen Choate and wife Lisa Comeaux and Debbie Comeaux; grandchildren Keith Choate; Kyle Choate; Mary Kathrine Moursund; Kyle White; Kayla Choate; and Jessi Dischler; as well as numerous great grandchildren She is preceded in death by her parents; sisters Margaret Broxson and Minnie Vassar; brothers Comeaux’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m Her funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. with her interment to follow at Fairview Cemetery The family would like to thank everyone that had a hand in her care We are especially grateful to AccentCare Home Health and to Harold and daily care provided Perlie with unwavering comfort and support throughout her final years sorry to hear of the passing of your step mom Sending prayers of comfort for you and your family she & Ms Rose loved to play Bingo at Young at Heart for many years She was a real trooper when it came to living life I’m so sorry for the loss of your Sweet Mama Our love and prayers to all of the family in your time of sorrow She was such a sweet lady and a very good friend of my mother Love and prayers for Harold and the whole family I met Mrs Pearlie when Mike And I were in elementary school she was the nicest lady and loved doing stuff with her boys to Byron Webb and Dorothy Rexes Webb Wilber she was a force of nature who lived life on her own terms Puder often inspired those around her to pursue their passions with the same zeal she had for life Her stories—always a little quirky and wonderfully unpredictable—will be missed A memorial gathering will be held on Sunday and perhaps a good Jimmy Buffett or Johnny Blaine song the family asks that you celebrate that memorial contributions in Puder’s honor may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association Loved to see Puder at the grocery store or out in Winnie She always made me laugh and brightend my day Mary and I are sorry to hear of your mother’s passing you and all the family will be in our prayers All that can be said(what a lady she was) she will always be missed by the community and friends I remember going to Dorothy and Jinx’s house when I was young with my best friend We would watch her put her makeup on at her vanity Puder was a true individual that loved life I’m sorry we cannot attend the memorial on Sunday due to some health issues You and Kade and all the grands will be in our thoughts and prayers Our thoughts and prayers in your time of sorrow skater reflects on his journey from skiing to the ice and how he’s pushed through difficult moments His skating career started with one, in a way. The 17-year-old Seattle-area native comes from a skiing family. He was raised to be a ski racer, but spending time in the ski resort city of Sun Valley led him to a different sporting passion. “My family used to be big on skiing. We were, like, very much a skiing family, and I went to Sun Valley to ski race,” he told Olympics.com in an exclusive interview prior to Skate America in mid-October. “There’s a good ski camp there, and there’s also a very, very beautiful – and pretty famous – ice rink there. I went for fun, and I didn’t really think about it very much. “I just kept coming back,” he continued, “and then, when I moved back to Seattle, I didn’t want to stop, and it sort of took off from there.” In the beginning, it might not have been what his family envisioned. “At first, I don’t think [they took it] very well,” Broussard says with a laugh. “They weren’t, like, upset; I think they were just like, bummer. One door closes, another one opens.” That open door has taken him all the way to a junior U.S. title in the 2022-23 season and a seventh-place finish at the Junior Worlds in the same season. “[My family] is pretty proud of me. They’re very supportive of whatever I choose to do with my skating career,” said Broussard. “They’re definitely on board with it.” The challenges have grown a bit since that initial decision Broussard faced an SI joint injury that held him out of his senior national debut last season “It still hurts quite a bit from time to time,” he admits Broussard says his return to the ice has been very much a gradual process that included at least two months without practicing the difficult quadruple jumps required at the highest level His coaches Darin Hoiser and Corrie Martin have been steadying influences they’ve pushed him to do hard things throughout his career “There’s good pushing and bad pushing; they never push me to do things that could hurt me or that could injure me,” he explained “But they do push me to train the programs with cardio “I feel pushed by [Martin] in a way that makes what I’m doing in the moment hard but it makes what I do in the future easier,” said Broussard The 2024-25 season has come with its own set of challenges – including a disappointing 10th-place finish at his senior Grand Prix debut at Skate America As Broussard continues to push forward to January’s U.S resetting will simply be one more hard thing to persevere through Just like he already has in his burgeoning career passed away peacefully on the evening of Monday Michael was a proud graduate of Lamar University in Beaumont He was a distinguished alumnus of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity forming lifelong bonds and memories with his fraternity brothers As the longtime owner of Superior Tire & Service and impact in his profession and his community Michael was a longtime mentor and coach of girls’ soccer with the Spindletop Select Soccer Club in Beaumont he coached his daughters in soccer for many years fostering not only their love for the game but also their growth as individuals Michael cherished the outdoors and found joy in spending time with his family and friends he brought warmth and care to everyone around him Michael was a true example of selflessness dedicating his life to giving and serving others He found joy in helping anyone in need and touched countless lives through his kindness His genuine care for others and his ability to bring people together created a legacy of love that will continue to inspire all who knew him.” Michael’s greatest joy came from being “Papa” to his three wonderful grandchildren creating lasting memories filled with love and laughter Michael is survived by his cherished family Jessica Underwood and Emily Garcia and her husband Katherine Gonzalez and Kristie Jordan; and his parents whose legacy will continue to live on through the lives of those he touched Hughes’ family and friends will be 3:00 p.m Cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium under the direction of Broussard’s Things just won’t be the same as before without Mike Really hard to comprehend he’s not with us anymore to Verna Mae Harper Collis and Charles Collis Jim spent most of his professional career in Plant Operations and Maintenance at the Goodyear Beaumont Chemical Plant and was one of the early employees at the plant when he joined in 1962 which allowed him to enjoy his family and hobbies He was a big kid at heart and enjoyed playing ping pong football and basketball with the neighborhood kids Jim especially enjoyed vacationing and traveling worldwide with his wife and family and had quite a list of countries and destinations under his belt His favorite destinations were The Greek Isles and Thailand New Orleans Saints and Texas Longhorns football fan After retirement he continued to enjoy gardening and travel of Katy; Sandy Davis of Beaumont; and Deanna Borden and her husband David Sprinkle of Beaumont; Amanda Sprinkle of Saint Jo; Justin Aguilar of Phoenix California; Jeremy Davila of Manor; Brent Davila of Los Angeles Washington; Ambrosio Sexton of Cedar Park; Tomas Sexton of Hutto; and Aiden Sexton of Cedar Park; great-grandchildren Florida; Alexa Sampson of Saint Jo; Miles Davila of Manor; and Sophia Sampson of Saint Jo Memorial contributions may be made to Some Other Place with a gathering of his family and friends to follow until 7:00 p.m. but happy that you have such wonderful memories He was such a loving husband to you and we all hold you in our thoughts and prayers I lost my brother-in-law who was such a good husband to my twin sister Connie,and a good father to his children and Connie‘s children he will always be in our hearts and in our prayers Mary Frances Gunter Burgess was born July 16 to Lillie Schulemberg Gunter and Mark Gunter She was raised by her mother and stepfather Frances was always glad to get back to Texas She was married to Reed Burgess on March 10 she became a member of First Baptist Church in 1957 She worked in Sunday School and was a teacher and leader of Girls Auxiliary She loved to have the Bible read to her before bedtime She was a Mary Kay consultant and enjoyed being a member of Hamshire-Fannett Beta Sigma Phi She loved to work in the yard and loved her family Frances had an unusual passion for animals and would go out of her way to help anyone I never knew a more generous person than Frances She would give something to help people that she never saw again Marcella Burgess and Christine Sublett and husband Kinley Sublett and Austin Sublett; as well as numerous nieces She is preceded in death by her parents and stepfather; and siblings Burgess’s family and friends will begin at 10:00 a.m. Her interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery I am so sorry for your family’s loss I remember your mom as one of the most beautiful sweetest and kindest mommas in our neighborhood and at church Hugs and prayers for both of you and for your sweet daddy Our deepest sympathy Brother Reed & family – she was truly a generous soul – The Lord’s Peace and I have sweet childhood memories of her My thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate the difficult days ahead May our Heavenly Father bring comfort and peace that only He can give I’m so sorry for the passing of your mother./grandmother and a proud graduate of French High School where she built a strong foundation of dedication and hard work She later went on to work for Budweiser before continuing her career at Mallard Industrial and the genuine connections she made with colleagues and friends She was the best mother to her daughter and the most incredible MeMe to her grandchildren and to her abundance of nieces and nephews and soaking up the sun—always finding joy in the simple and her grandchildren were the absolute center of her world she had a way of turning an ordinary day into an unforgettable one No one ever left her presence without a smile and her laughter was as contagious as her love was endless She will forever be the sunshine on our faces but we’ll carry her joy with us now and forever all of Beaumont; former husband and still good friend all of Beaumont; Garret Abbo and Brian Abbo both of Lumberton; and Trevor Abbo and his wife Joseph Hoose and Marley Green; great-nephews Harris’ family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m. Her interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park Those happy memories will comfort you until you are with Mimi again So sorry Samantha & Terri for your loss We were often seated by each other as both our last names started with an A Thoughts and prayers for friends and family She was a terrific friend and coworker at Rawson when we worked together for about 15 years She was always there when you needed someone Her laughter and sense of humor was fantastic I had so much fun with Mary during the boys high school baseball years She was a wonderful fun friend and I will always remember her smile and how she made every event unforgettable I had the privilege of working with over the past 20 years Prayers for peace going out to the family and especially to Samantha I went to French Elementary School with Mary Always had a smile on her face and pigtails Hula hoops and Chinese jumpropes were a daily play time at recess After graduating from New Caney High School Larry spent some time in California and traveled all around the U.S Larry returned to Texas in 2003 and started Lawrence Construction LLC Larry was a master craftsman who often charged less than he should have He was an active volunteer for the Beaumont Triangle Area Network for many years Larry was a caregiver to family members and friends and helped many people throughout his life He was a loving father and great role model for the three young boys whom he raised as his own listening to music and going to concerts together accomplished gardener who talked to his plants every day He was a fabulous and adventurous cook who liked to try new ingredients far outside the mainstream His favorite activity was spending time with the grandkids; Annabell Larry will be remembered for his quiet strength Justin and Brandon Dunham and Eddie Knight; seven grandchildren Gilstrap’s family and friends will be 2:00 p.m. I have been missing Y’all for quite some time So many fun times at several garden parties but especially the Mexican theme one downtown Larry did many contracting jobs for me which were fun rewarding and well done Most of all the work we did together at TAN I always depended on him for strength and support During that time many times i felt like I couldn’t have been there without him Will always remember his kindness ,and willingness to help others Thanks for connecting with me these past five years My love thoughts and prayers are with your family passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and friends on January 15 Ford was a lifelong resident of Beaumont and graduated from West Brook High School in 2001 He went on to study Environmental Science at Texas A&M University and furthered his educational path at Texas A&M Law School in Fort Worth he opened the Law Offices of Ford Dishman in Beaumont where he enjoyed practicing many facets of the law His legacy will forever be defined by his loyalty to family and friends Ford will be deeply missed and remembered always Bill and Lisa Dishman; sister and brother-in-law and Lee Ann and Tom Braley; along with so many well-loved cousins and friends near and far In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations in Ford’s memory to CASA of Southeast Texas, 2449 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77702 or The Humane Society of Southeast Texas, 2050 Spindletop Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77705 or www.humanesocietyofsoutheasttexas.org CASA is the Court Appointed Special Advocates for children They are a nonprofit service organization that trains volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children Ford worked closely with this organization in an effort to lift children up to better their lives and futures The Humane Society of Southeast Texas is also close to Ford’s heart He would be grateful for other animals to be loved as much as they were Dishman’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m I am finding it difficult to share adequate words of how stunned I am to see Ford has passed We spent 30 sets of holidays together and I possibly remember hearing Ford speak seven words But that incredible smile will be what I will remember I had always wanted to find a moment to ask It seems like time slips through our lives quickly and I just never asked you are remembered for all the fond and funny memories you generously provided Prayers for peace of mind and heart as you move forward facing this great personal loss Bill and Lisa I am so saddened to hear of Fords passing Love and prayers for you and your family I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ford My heart goes out to you and your family during this incredibly difficult time Ford was such a kind and remarkable person and his presence will surely be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him and family – I am truly saddened by hearing of Ford’s passing You are all in my prayers for peace and comfort through your loss I am unable to make it to Beaumont for the services due to the weather but please know that you are on my heart and in my prayers prayers for you and your family at this difficult time I was never more than an acquaintance of Ford’s but I could instantly acknowledge his magnanimity I was fortunate enough to witness this on several occasions He will be missed and his lack of presence felt so sorry for your loss prayers sent your way for your family Lisa my deepest sorrow to you & family May God hold you close & ease your pain and willing to listen to a problem or help others when needed He was a strong advocate for his clients but always a gentleman Prayers for peace and comfort for your family Please know we are thinking of you and sending big hugs I have never met Ford but feel like i knew him well working with Aunt Leslie My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time I was fortunate enough to have Ford as a fraternity brother What I remember most about Ford is that he was a kind and thoughtful person all the way through He never said no when someone asked for his help Ford you were such a big part of many of my memories from middle school and high school and beyond I spent so many hours hanging out at y’all’s house because it was such a welcome place to be You may have driven us crazy some (or most) of the time but I know that you were always making us laugh there are no words that would possibly ease your pain right now except knowing how loved Ford was You raised an amazing son who impacted many lives in big and small ways My condolences go out to the Dishman familu I played soccer and football with Ford at Westbrook Some of my fondest memories are hanging out with Ford and others riding around in his white van The stories that van could tell… Great memories Doug and I would like to express our sincere thoughts about the loss of your son Ford It was so nice to see and talk with Ford at your Christmas party and that is why his passing comes as such a shock Ford’s conscientious efforts in representing his clients made him an exceptional attorney I always enjoyed seeing him at the courthouse I am heartbroken for everyone who loved Ford He was always kind and polite when I encountered him May God wrap Ford’s loved ones in His arms I was involved in a case and he was the opposing attorney Such a nice guy even though we were on opposite sides I will always remember him as someone with such a kind soul and so fun to be around…it is hard to believe this news I have no words for the pain you both are feeling… please know I love you both and I’m keeping you in my prayers My heart aches for both of you and your family Love all my cousins and wish I was right there in Beaumont God bless you both and may you feel His loving arms around you He represented his clients with much dignity and respect most lighthearted people I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing I’ll always remember him as a great friend and an outstanding teammate during our time playing football together at West Brook My heartfelt condolences go out to Bill and Linda I’m keeping the entire Dishman family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time I am so sorry to hear of Ford’s passing a distinguished Tulane alumna and seasoned Title IX officer has been named the university’s new Chief Title IX Officer “I have had the pleasure of working closely with Julia on a variety of projects strategic leader with a deep knowledge of Title IX and related issues who is tireless in her efforts to make our campus safer and more supportive for all members of our community,” said Robin Forman senior vice president for academic affairs and provost “I am thrilled that Julia will now be taking the lead on our Title IX work Broussard brings a wealth of experience to her new role She has worked at Tulane for 12 years and has been associated with Tulane’s Title IX office in various roles she served as the Associate Director for the Title IX office and a Deputy Title IX Coordinator Broussard collaborated in developing and implementing new initiatives and projects related to sexual misconduct prevention and response and Title IX training materials and communications for the campus community.  Broussard also served as the interim Assistant Provost for Title IX and Title IX coordinator from 2021-22. Previously, she worked in Case Management and Victim Support Services at Tulane. In addition, Broussard has led the implementation of a partnership with a local organization, Beyond Harm to provide an evidence-informed intervention for students who have engaged in sexual misconduct.  who served as Tulane’s Chief Title IV Officer for the past two years before being named the Assistant Vice President of Equity and Civil Rights/Title IX Coordinator at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County “As a Tulane alum and a native of Louisiana I’m thrilled to be able to serve my school and community through our important work to combat sexual violence and promote gender equity,” Broussard said. “I know that our campus community cares deeply about these issues and I look forward to continuing to work closely with our students staff and community members to drive positive change.” Broussard’s primary duties will include overseeing the response to Title IX complaints domestic violence and stalking. She will coordinate and work closely with the university’s Division of Student Affairs Office of Human Resources & Institutional Equity the Office of the General Counsel and the Tulane University Police Department.  The Tulane Title IX Office is currently in its second year of the All In 2.0 strategic plan to combat sexual violence and is currently participating in the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators Culture of Respect Collective a two-year cohort experience that guides campuses through a rigorous process of self-assessment and targeted organizational change for sexual violence prevention and response Broussard’s dedication and hard work have been recognized by Tulane and outside constituents the Newcomb Institute awarded her the Josephine Louise Award for significantly impacting undergraduate women at Tulane the Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault awarded the Tulane Title IX Office its Sexual Assault Ally Organization of the Year award Broussard holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology and French from Tulane and a master’s degree in social work from Louisiana State University She is also a licensed clinical social worker and a New Orleans Medical Reserve Corps volunteer She will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her don’t get between her and a pound of snow crab legs a slice of Black Tie Mousse Cake from Olive Garden or her favorite apple pie Kathie loved the Kansas City Chiefs and the Ohio State Buckeyes and knew both would go all the way this year…why didn’t we play the lottery? married back in 2002 and had so many wonderful adventures together traveling for his job NY and North Carolina to Florida and back all over Texas but she loved being home and she loved Thomas’ garden but she wanted mashed potatoes instead of rice And she loved that home..that blue tin-roofed log cabin that her and Thomas built from the ground up From the moment he came into this world she was smitten She was beyond proud of him and pushed past her severe depression to make it to his high school graduation and then to his graduation from the Baptist Radiology Program Kathie was an extremely gifted floral designer for over 27 years and worked in some of the best florists in Mid County She was also an incredibly talented quilter There wasn’t a craft or sewing technique she couldn’t master several of you probably have at least one quilt from her She loved losing games of Yahtzee to her #1 daughter but she always got her revenge at Scrabble Nobody could make a triple word score with a J She loved doing jigsaw puzzles with Thomas and crossword puzzles but Candy Crush was where you would hear a swear word or two when she ran out of moves on the last try! stubborn as an ox and told it like it was and sometimes you didn’t want to hear it but she would help you in any way she could Her days were always better after a call from her 2nd favorite daughter They would all gather in the break room and call “mom” to cheer her up if she was having a bad day or just to check on her Mom looked forward to those daily calls and loved those girls Kathie was greeted at the pearly gates by her parents and a few friends that got there before she did Jennifer (Linn) and Jackie; one amazing grandson Billy and Betty Dalby; two awesome brothers Joseph Romola and David Romola; the sweetest sister-in-law Juanita McMains; and a lovely step-daughter There are numerous other family members and friends who will also miss her dry sense of humor snarky comments and Eeyore  style of conversation but we all loved that about her and we will think of her every time we see a pretty Dalby’s family and friends will begin at 5:00 p.m. with her memorial service to follow at 6:00 p.m. Her cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium The family would like to extend a special thanks to her Gentiva Hospice nurses They became like family to us in her last months Mrs Dalby was one of a kind and I feel so privileged to have known and cared for her I enjoyed our visits and I already miss her dearly Kathie was my first friend when we moved to Hemphill I will miss her sewing tips and our video chats We were blessed to know Kathie and send our love to her family She will be remembered with fondness and missed always to Marilyn Jane Boykin Welch and Jerome Welch of Lumberton; Dolton Coleman and his fiancé of Nederland; and Dathan Ard and Braley Ard Marilyn and Jerome Welch; and Tim and Robin Skaggs Jared Welch of Lumberton; and Ashlyn Kilpatrick and her husband Amiee Day and Angela Mehl; nieces and nephew Jenna and Holton Kilpatrick; and numerous aunts Jennifer is preceded in death by her daughter A gathering of Jennifer’s family and friends will begin at 2:00 p.m. Her interment will follow at Boykin Family Cemetery What an impression you made on me of how strong of a woman of Faith you were! and your laugh you could hear across the room! My heart is broken and until we meet again watch over us