Morris Bryan Windham
Our family, friends and community have lost an exceptional and beloved man. Morris Windham left God’s earthly kingdom with the courage and determination that he reflected throughout his life of seventy-four years. He was the youngest of ten siblings and the son of Lois and Waverly Windham. Morris was born in Honey Island, Texas on November 6, 1943. He attended schools in Silsbee, Texas and after high school graduation, joined the US Air Force, NSA and was stationed in London, England. After his service, he attended the University of Texas and Lamar University, majoring in business. After working for Bella Construction and Southampton Refinery, he started Beaumont Oil Inc., an international refined products, trading and transportation company. In 1987, Morris purchased Hendon Oil Field Services, later named PWI Inc. He built it into a multi-dimensional company providing oil field equipment and services throughout Texas and Louisiana.
A true Renaissance man, Morris was knowledgeable, worldly and proficient in numerous areas. He rarely turned down an invitation for adventure whether pre-planned or spontaneous. He was an avid skier, reader, hunter, equipment operator and off road motorcycle enthusiast. He was active in the Silsbee Chamber of Commerce, Neches River Festival, Beaumont Little League, Beaumont Country Club, Lamar University Friends of the Arts, Beaumont Young Life Board and a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Morris was a genuine steward of the land. After purchasing Craven’s Camp north of Silsbee in 2006, he transformed the East Texas property into a refuge of serenity and beauty along the Neches River.
Morris was known personally and professionally as a man with a strong moral compass, exuding integrity and humility. His attitude towards life was contagious. He will be remembered for his quick wit, adventurous spirit, loyalty in friendship and generosity. He is survived by his cherished wife and soul mate, Paige Pemberton Windham and daughter Jennifer Windham and grandchildren Lydia, Leila and James Wiggins, daughter Keely Windham Carter and husband Carl M. Carter, III and grandchildren Campbell, Taylor and Holt Carter, son Chris Windham and grandchildren, Bryant, Meagan and Christopher Windham and numerous nieces and nephews. Morris was preceded in death by his first wife Linda Read Windham and son Bryan Parker Windham.
The Windham Family would like to thank the Oncology and nursing staff at St. Luke’s Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas and family friend, Dr. Leon Hicks for his unwavering devotion and care.
A gathering of Mr. Windham’s family and friends will be from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 am., Saturday, September 15, 2018, in the Nita McKnight Parlor at Trinity United Methodist Church, 3430 Harrison, Beaumont. His funeral service will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 15, 2018, at Trinity United Methodist Church, under the direction of Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont. All are welcome to a celebration of Morris’ life at Craven’s Camp immediately following the service. Transportation will be provided, returning on the hour. His burial will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, September 16, 2018, at Magnolia Cemetery, Beaumont.
In lieu of traditional gifts, contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 3430 Harrison Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77706; Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation – Big Thicket National Preserve, 2914 Swiss Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75204; and Young Life Southeast Texas,9407 College Street, Beaumont, Texas 77707-2705.
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- 2291 pine street beaumont tx 77703
- 09/16/2018
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- 3430 harrison ave. beaumont tx 77706
- 09/15/2018
- 11:00 am
Broussard's Mortuary - McFaddin Avenue
Broussard's Mortuary - McFaddin Avenue
- 3430 harrison ave beaumont tx 77706
- 09/15/2018
- 8:05 am
Broussard's Mortuary - McFaddin Avenue
Broussard's Mortuary - McFaddin Avenue
- 2000 mcfaddin avenue beaumont tx 77701
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Patt and Butch Harrell
Sending you & Keely and the rest of your family love.
NL
My sincere condolences to the family at this difficult time. May you all seek God for comfort, peace, strength and support (2 Cor 1:3).
Sam Roach
My family and I want to share your sorrow loosing Morris. A good friend to the end with a big heart. He always had your back. Will miss him.
Charlotte Hamilton
So sorry for your loss. I have many good memories of Morris and family.
Betty A. Iles
My love and condolence to Paige and the family. Morris will be sadly missed by many.
Eddie Collins
May God shower love on Morris’s family and friends . Rest In Peace my friend!
Michele Allen
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family-
Kathy and Richard Karnes
Paige , we are so sad to hear that Morris has passed . He was a wonderful friend and boss to me at Beaumont Oil . I will always remember introducing you two and what a wonderful match you were. Love and prayers, Kathy and Richard Karnes
Don Hartman
Morris was an incredible guy. I got to know him well when we were on the Silsbee football and track teams. He knew how to enjoy life and was always ready to try things that were a little more risky than some of us could handle. We went different ways after high school, but I have gotten to know him a lot better during the past 10+ years and have really grown to admire him. He has been a real leader in holding our high school class together including having all our recent reunions at his second home which is his incredible remake of the old Craven’s Camp. Morris was very successful in business, but at the same time remained the same old Morris who had a big heart and seemed to truly care about each and every one of his high school classmates. I treasure having had Morris as a friend and will really miss him.
Judy Hammond
Paige, so sorry for your loss. May many memories bring you and your family comfort in the days ahead.
Helen and Neal Baker
So sorry for your loss. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Paula Bothe
Dearest Paige - it was always wonderful to see the way your eyes sparkled and your smile brightened when you talked about him. Sending you love and hoping that all the wonderful memories you made together will comfort you. and your family. With deepest sympathy.... pb
W. L. Pate
Dear Paige and family,. I am so sorry. Morris was an exceptional person, a true gentleman,a loving husband, father,grandfather,and friend. He reflected great credit upon his faith, his country, his family,his community and himself. Everyone who knew him were truly blessed. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful family. Love you all,. W. L.
W. J.
To the family: May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who are “sleeping in death” God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. Psalms 116:15. For more comfort please visit our website: jw.org and view the faith strengthening video: Is There Hope for the Dead? ?
Liz Sandell
Dear Paige, Those we hold closest to our hearts never truly leave us. You will always have your memories and I am praying you much strength. Peace be with you..
Abby Iles
Jennifer and family, we are sorry for your loss. He was a truly neat guy. Much love from George, Abby, George 5, and Melanie Iles
Bill and Minnie Lindsey
To Paige and family, We offer our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of a very special man, Morris. May God grant you comfort and give you peace at this time of sorrow.
Welty family
I’m so sorry for your tremendous loss. May God give you lr family peace. The Welty’s will be thinking/praying for your family.
R.H.
Our sympathy to the Family. May you find real hope and the strength to keep going from one day to the next. Philippians 4::13
Morris will always have a special place in my heart. This man was a treasure to all that knew him and loved him.