Roy Dean Willman
At 64 years of age, Roy Dean Willman left this earth on September 21, 2022, to be with his Heavenly Father. Roy was a native and lifelong resident of the Beaumont, Texas, area and a proud South Park Greenie class of 1977. “Go Greenies.”
He dedicated his life in service to his community through membership in the YMBL, 35 years of work at the Jefferson County Courthouse, over 20 years as a member of the Knights of Columbus, an active member of Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, and countless other voluntary works.
Through Roy’s entire life, he was known as a friend to all, and to Roy, no one was a stranger. He was known to strike up conversation with anyone, and he was always willing to lend a helping hand in any situation.
Roy is survived by his wife, Peggy Willman; sister, Jane Welter; the entire Sonnier family including 18 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren as well as an extensive list of family and friends. Roy was preceded in death by his parents, Kermit Leo Willman, Sr. And Thelma May Willman; his brother, Kermit Leo Willman, Jr. “Bubba”; and grandson, Jerry Michael Huff “Mikey”.
Roy will be tremendously missed by all who knew him, and his legacy of kindness to all will live on through everyone who was impacted by his loving spirit.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Knights of Columbus Council 5035, 4445 Avenue A, Beaumont, Texas 77705.
In addition, the family requests that on Monday, October 3, all who knew Roy or were impacted by his legacy, dedicate the day as the Roy Willman Day of Kindness, and actively work to spread the goodwill that Roy brought to so many.
There will be no services at this time for Mr. Willman.
His cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.
I remember Roy Dean from Bingman Elementary, back in the old days. I remember him, like everyone does, happy, with a smile on his face. I am sure he is like that now with his heavenly Father. RIP Roy Dean.
So sad to hear about Mr. Roy, a great person to work with, I got a chance to work with him at the Courthouse. One time I had asked him if I could come in late due to it being Ash Wednesday, he knew I was Catholic and after that our friendship sparked even more. He would tell me about the good works he would do at our lady of Assumption. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
Rest in peace Brother in Christ. ????????
I knew Roy Dean for the 10 years I worked at the courthouse; he was always such a beacon of light and kindness and happiness. I was so shocked and saddened to learn of his death. In reading his obituary, I was not surprised to learn he was a man of faith. We never talked about faith, but we didn’t have to. It shone through in his manner and in the way he carried himself.
As you might imagine, courthouses are not happy places. People are there for typically unpleasant events in their life. That rubs off on the employees. I don’t know if Roy Dean had an impact on courthouse visitors, but I know he had an impact on courthouse employees. He always had a smile on his face, and it was infectious.
He was a gift to everyone at the courthouse, and I’m sure he was gift to his family. My deepest condolences to you all. He was a lovely person and I am so sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Willman. The world has lost a beautiful soul. May you rest in peace, Mr. Willman.
Roy was a dear friend of ours, & our family. So many memories we’ve shared with Roy & Peggy. A beautiful soul has been silenced, but the impact that he has made in our lives will live on in our hearts. May he be at rest in God’s loving care. Let God’s love, strengthen Peggy & his family, spiritually emotionally & physically.♥️????????
Roy you will be missed, you were a good friend to all you met. A great Knights of Columbus member and a pretty good card player. Give my mom your godmother a big hug, tell John and Dad hello. Sonnier family members you are in my prayers. Blessings to all. Richard Verrett.
GOD Bless his soul may he rest in peace
Roy was a great friend and will be missed Amen
How sad to hear of Roy Dean’s death. At the courthouse everybody was his friend, and everyone had a smile from him.
It didn’t matter whether you were an elected official or a clerk in an office, he always was pleasant and friendly.
My deepest sympathy for his family!
Roy Dean Willman, never knew a stranger. He always had a smile on his face, a warm welcoming, and a lending hand for whatever you might need. The stories that can be told, all with laughter, and respect for a great man. You left us too early. You will be missed. Love you Man.
Such a sad loss is Roy Dean. Thoughts of him bring memories of the truly nice man he was at all times.
Condolences to the family.