Merritt Singer
I. Merritt Singer, Jr., 92, passed away on September 18, 2023, in Beaumont, Texas. He was born August 28, 1931, in Corpus Christi, Texas, son of Isaac M. and Sam Hurt Singer. He played football and graduated with honors from Corpus Christi High School. Following high school, in June 1953 he graduated from Rice University in Houston, Texas, earning BA and BS degrees in Mechanical Engineering. He married his love, Martha Warren Singer, in June 1953 before entering the U.S Navy as an Ensign. Following 2 years of active duty, he served for 18 years in the Naval Reserve and retired as Lieutenant Commander. In 1955, he started a 36+ year career with E.I. DuPont de Nemours Co in Belle, West Virginia; LaPlace, Louisiana; and Houston, Bayport, and Beaumont, Texas. After retiring, he returned to DuPont as a part-time Senior Consultant for 10+ years.
In high school, he played football and coached junior football. He loved to sail, ski (even into his 80’s), play bridge, and told stories of riding broncos in the rodeo. He loved to sing (basso profundo) and sang with the Navy Glee club, church choirs and with the Volunteer Voices of Beaumont. He and Martha traveled all over the world having visited every continent and over 40 countries.
He is survived by his four daughters: Judy Burnham (Paul), Beverly Singer, Linda Blumberg (Richard), and Ginny Mendoza (Eddie); grandchildren: Robert Glenn II (Jessica), Stephanie Burnham (Jordan Bauer), Merritt Burnham, Analia Mendoza, and Jonathan Peters; and his brother, Sam Singer. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Martha Singer; parents, Isaac M. and Sam Hurt Singer; and brother, Bill Singer.
The family wants to give special thanks to his long-term caregiver, Lucy Bensurto Wilson and other loving caregivers: Maria Trujillo, Claire Fontenot, and Judge Reed. Merritt is greatly missed by his family, friends, and pet dog, Bingo.
A gathering of Mr. Singer’s family and friends will be from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 680 Calder Avenue, Beaumont. A family graveside service will be held at Houston National Cemetery on Thursday, September 28, 2023.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 680 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77701; St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 2166, Breckenridge, Colorado 80424-2166; Alzheimer’s Association, 700 North Street, Suite M, Beaumont, Texas 77701; American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, Texas 75284-0692; or an organization of your choice.
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Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
- 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
- September 26, 2023
- 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Funeral Service
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church
- 680, Calder Avenue, Beaumont, Texas, 77701,
- September 27, 2023
- 11:00 am
Family Graveside Service
Houston National Cemetery
- 10410, Veterans Memorial Dr, Houston, TX, 77038,
I miss my mumsie and Daddy so much. I pray you are in heaven together now. We love you so much! ❤️
Ginny, I am so sorry about the loss of your dad. I enjoyed reading about his interesting life. I wish I could have heard him sing. You have my deepest sympathy.
We, too, will miss Merritt. He has been a great cheer leader and encourager with the Volunteer Voices of Beaumont. His generous spirit, love of singing, and enjoyment of people have been special gifts.
He loved singing with this group. Thank you.
We, too, will miss Merritt. He has been a great cheer leader and encourager with the Volunteer Voices of Beaumont. His generous spirit, love of singing, and enjoyment of people have been special gifts.
Thank you for the beautiful memories of Dad.
I am so sorry about the loss of your dad. He had the most amazing voice I ever heard in choir. When he sang, you knew it. Your parents were so nice while I was growing up. Watching them square dance way back in the day was so much fun. Your dad was always so kind and your mom, in her sportscar, was a hoot. I have a lot of good memories of your parents. Take care of each other and hold close the good times.
Thanks Vanessa. Lots of good memories with your family too.
I will also provide contributions to Piney Wood Animal Welfare Society, PAWS, where Mom nd Dad’s favorite bull dog, Bingo, came from and my dog Cooper.
I miss my Dad so much. I spent the last year & a half as his night caregiver. Thank you all for the prayers 🙏 ❤️
I played bridge with Merritt at the Best Years Center. It was always a pleasant experience to be his partner. It was certainly a pleasure to have known him.
Thank you for the beautiful memories of Dad.
Merritt was one of my highest bosses in maintenance at DuPont. He was good boss, straight forward and firm. Prayers for his family. He would walk around the units and touch base with his men.
Thank you. He loved his jobs and employees at Dupont