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Aurelio “Deuce” Correa II, 67, of Beaumont, died Friday, January 16, 2026. Memorial contributions may be made to Camp Hope, 9724 Derrington Road, Houston, Texas 77064. A gathering of Mr. Correa’s family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m., with his funeral service at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His interment will follow at Oak Bluff Memorial Park, Port Neches.

Carolyn Marshall Hart, 81, of Beaumont, died on Monday, January 12, 2026. She was born on March 3, 1944, in Lufkin. Survivors include her son, Mark Marshall and his wife, Lesa; granddaughter, Kristine Marshall; and great-grandson, Ayden LeBlanc. Carolyn is preceded in death by her mother; sons, Clifton and Troy Marshall; husband, Larry Hart; two sisters; and three brothers. Cremation arrangements for Mrs. Hart were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.

Christopher A. Maida III, 72, of Beaumont, died Sunday, January 11, 2026. He was born on October 2, 1953, in Beaumont, to Lucille Edgerly and Christopher Albert Maida II. Survivors include his daughter, Danielle Wood and her husband, Jason, of Beaumont; grandchildren, Trey McKinley and his wife, Gillian; Cain McKinley and his wife, McKenzie; Colin McKinley; J.C. Wood; Lillie Wood; and Jaxson Wood; great-grandchildren, Joel McKinley, Elwyn McKinley, Maeve McKinley; Cooper McKinley; sisters, Elizabeth Maida and Kathy Maida; and numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and trusted work family. Christopher is preceded in death by his father, Christopher Albert Maida II; mother, Lucille Edgerly; daughter, Sheri McKinley; and sister, Cecilia Maida. Memorial contributions may be made to MD Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, Texas 77210. A gathering of Mr. Maida’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Friday, January 23, 2026, at Broussard’s, 1605 […]

Betty Jane Bass, 91, of Beaumont, passed away peacefully on Friday January 9, 2026, in Beaumont, Texas at the Harbor Hospice facility. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary and R.G. Clark; sister, Helen C. Stone; sister, Annie Laura Phelps; and brother, R.G. Clark. Survivors include her sister, Sarah Kieschnick; brother, George R. Clark and his wife, Jackie; and a host of nieces and nephews. She was born on June 23, 1934, in Magnolia Springs, Texas in her parent’s farmhouse. She was the fourth sibling of six born to Mary Jean Wiley and Robert Griffen Clark After graduating from Kirbyville High School, she moved to Beaumont to be with her older siblings and start a career. She had several jobs including Kinsel Motor Company before a long career at Gulf States Utilities. Her tenure at GSU was from 1961 until her retirement in 1994. She retired in the Engineering […]

Lannis Lee Tynes, 98, of Beaumont, died on Friday, January 9, 2026. Mr. Tynes was born in Liberty, Mississippi, on October 30, 1927. He grew up in Liberty as part of a large family and graduated from Mississippi State University with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. After being drafted into the Korean War, he completed boot camp at Fort Riley and was stationed at the Pentagon with the Corps of Engineers. When the war ended, he joined the reserves and returned to Liberty, where he met Rose Rushing. They married and, after a brief time in Liberty, moved to Beaumont, Texas, in 1957. He began his career as an electrical engineer with Gulf States Utilities, where he worked until his retirement in February 1990. Mr. Tynes and Rose raised three children: Lee, Mary, and Marty (Martha). In retirement, he continued his lifelong passion for hunting and became deeply involved […]

Sherri Lea Rainwater, 67, of Cheek, died Friday, January 9, 2026. She was born on July 16, 1958, in Encino, California while on vacation, to Doris Walker and Wade Ropp. Sherri worked as a lunch lady for BISD for twenty years where she enjoyed interacting with multiple generations of students. She was a loving wife, mother and grandma who found great joy in the time spent with family. She enjoyed the simpler things in life like playing pool with friends, taking her dogs for golf cart rides, watching her grandkids play at the beach, swimming during the hot summer days, as well as fishing and boat rides. Though she will be deeply missed, her lifetime of memories will continue through photos and stories. Those moments will live in our hearts forever. Survivors include her husband, David Rainwater; son, Taylor Rainwater and his wife, Karysa, of Cheek; grandchildren, Emaleigh, Madilyn, Kennedy, Audrey, and Indie […]

Nicholas Wayne Weaver, 40, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on January 7, 2026. He was born on April 23, 1985. Preceded in death by his parents, Robin Weaver and Dennis Weaver, he is survived by his daughter, Melony Weaver, 19; his brother, Shane Weaver, 52; his sister, Andrea Simon, 49; his brother, Jeremy Schmitt, 44; his grandmother, Sue Simcox, 86; his cousin, Brandon Broadus, 45; and his nieces, Serinity Schmitt and Mia Simon, and nephews, Brandan Simon and Caleb Schmitt. He will be remembered by his family for his contagious laughter, his witty sense of humor, and his tender heart. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Land Manor Wellness Centers, in memory of Nick. Cremation arrangements for Mr. Weaver were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A private memorial will be held by the family at […]

Marvin Alvin Laurent, Jr., son of the late Marvin Alvin Sr. and Zeda Katherine, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on January 6, 2026. He was 90 years old. Marvin was born in Beaumont, Texas on October 6, 1935; the middle of three children. He attended South Park High School and was a proud member of the Greenie Football and Basketball teams. After high school, he attended the University of Texas at Austin, (Hook ‘Em), and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology, and went from the forty acres in Austin into a forty year career in pharmacy, primarily as the Director of Pharmacy for two major hospitals; Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, and Georgetown Hospital in Georgetown, after relocating from Beaumont to Central Texas. Marvin delighted in being outside; whether he was traveling to Colorado or Big Bend National Park, or just working in his shop, mowing the […]

Cristeto A. Polvorosa, MD, 83, of Beaumont, died Monday, January 5, 2026, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas, Beaumont. He was born on July 25, 1942, to Concejo Aguilos and Cristeto Gonara Polvorosa, in Manila, Philippines. Dr. Polvorosa and Dr. Aida Canlas met during medical school in the Philippines, then moved to New York during residency. After 10 years of shoveling New York snow, they opted for warmer, tropical weather and being closer to the Gulf, which relocated them to Beaumont, Texas in 1979. For the next 30 years, Cris practiced Urology in Port Arthur. In Beaumont, Dr. Polvorosa formed deep and meaningful relationships within the local Filipino community. Ever mindful of his roots, he gave back through volunteer work and participated in several medical missions to remote areas of the Philippines. Dr. Polvorosa found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He loved fishing, golfing, watching boxing, and bowling—later trading bowling […]

Jacqueline Williams Hall, lovingly known as Jackie, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Vidor, Texas, during the early hours of January 5, 2026. She was 72 years old. Throughout her life, Jackie devoted herself to caring for others. She worked in several professions over the years, including substitute teacher, hairdresser, health aide, and receptionist. No matter the role, her kindness, compassion, and genuine desire to help people shone through. Jackie had a rare gift for seeing the best in everyone she met, and her warmth left a lasting impression on all who knew her. Above all else, the role Jackie cherished most was being a devoted mother. She took great pride in raising her two daughters, Carolyn Heflin and Kimberly Hall, both of whom resided with her in Vidor, Texas. Her love, guidance, and unwavering support were the foundation of her family and the legacy she […]

Steven Bennett Schwaab, 41, of Beaumont, died Monday, January 5, 2026. He was born on April 24, 1984, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Tommie Jean Gilbert and Thomas Bennett Schwaab. Steven was more than a paramedic—he was a devoted public servant and a true hero who spent his life caring for others. His greatest joy, however, was being a father to his son, Caleb, and creating memories with the people he loved most. Family meant everything to Steven, from treasured reunions in Tomahawk to the warmth of holiday celebrations shared together. He felt most at peace by the water, whether fishing, boating, or jet skiing, and he loved the simple freedom of long road trips. Hours at the gun range, cheering for the Dallas Cowboys, and time spent with those closest to him filled his life with purpose, laughter, and love. Steven’s legacy lives on in the memories he created […]

Margaret “Nannie” Hillebrandt Barnes, 99, of Beaumont, died Thursday, January 1, 2026. She was born on September 23, 1926, to Annie Frerich Hillebrandt and Elisha I. Hillebrandt, in Beaumont. Nannie was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. She had been a lifelong resident of Beaumont. Most of her life was spent as a caregiver, caring for her husband, mother, and father until they passed. Nannie will be remembered fondly by all the children she cared for throughout her ninety-nine years of life as well as countless others that have been touched by her love and giving nature. She will be missed. Survivors include her children, Carolyn Williams and her husband, Larry; Boyce Barnes and his wife, Cathy; and Brenda Gillard and her husband, Mike; grandchildren, Vickie Rodriguez and her husband, Ray; Theresa Gibson and her husband, Ronnie; Ann Barnes and her wife, Krista; Angela Rodriguez and her husband, Ruben; […]

Bernadine “Bernie” Walker, 91, of Beaumont, died on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. She was born on March 22, 1934, in Hammond, Indiana. In her younger years, she was an avid downhill skier. Bernie enjoyed watching the Dallas Cowboys, Notre Dame, and UT football. A very devoted and loving mother of four, she loved attending all of their sporting events. She was a den mother of Kenny’s Boy Scout troop. All her girls were so proud to wear dresses she sewed from patterns. Her last project was teaching her granddaughter, Reece, to sew an apron taking all summer long, but she was devoted like that. What a chef Bernie was, so proud of her Polish decent; she’d serve Pierogis, Peste, Golabki, and polish kolaches at dinner and family parties or gatherings. More recently she loved cooking shows and Bobby Flay and most notable was her meatloaf and stuffed green peppers. Baking […]

Philip Gene Delamater, 84, of Beaumont died Monday, December 29, 2025. He was born on June 15, 1941, in Six Lakes, Michigan, to Beulah May and Lyle Delamater. Survivors include his children, Philip Delamater and his wife, Donna, of Vidor; Jeremy Delamater and his wife, Jennifer, of Colorado Springs; and Nathan Delamater and his wife, Tracy, of Beaumont; grandchildren, Philip, Benjamin, Noah, Thomas, Joshua and his wife, Esther, Peter, Eli, Amelia, Zachary, Olivia, Hannah, and Trevor; siblings, Gilbert Delamater, Janet Delamater, and Arnie Delamater; and numerous extended family and friends. Philip is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Melda Gertrude Delamater; and sister, Susan Darling; and grandson, Ian Delamater. A memorial service for Mr. Delamater will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Westgate Memorial Baptist Church, 6220 Westgate Drive, Beaumont. The link to the live stream will be available closer to service time. His cremation arrangements were […]

Herbert T. “Herb” Montcalm, 91, of Beaumont, died Monday, December 29, 2025. He was born on June 20, 1934, in Yarmouth, Massachusetts, to Bessie Hall and Cranston Montcalm. Survivors include his wife of seventy-one years, they would have celebrated seventy-two years on January 2, Mavis Montcalm; daughter, Rebecca Grantham and her husband, Marlon, of Nederland; brother, Cranston Montcalm, Jr. of Winterhaven, Florida; sister, Betty Jane Sanford of Centerville, Massachusetts; grandchildren, Candice Wallace and her husband, Jon-Michael, of Nederland, and Morgan Smiley and her husband, Brent, of Nederland; great-grandchildren, Analiese, Aribella, and Alexanda Wallace; Mavis, Grant, and Lucas Smiley; and nephew, David Johnson and his wife, Marilyn, of Montgomery, Louisiana. Herb is preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter, Whitney Nicole Montcalm Grantham. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105. A gathering of Mr. Montcalm’s family and friends will […]

Pattilyn Thea Perkins, 67, of Sour Lake, died Sunday, December 28, 2025. She was born on May 30, 1958, in Port Arthur to Nancy Truman Adamson and James Kenneth Scott, Sr. Survivors include her husband, Eric Neil Perkins; her children, Trey Perkins and Brandon Scott Perkins; and half-sister, Kelly Scott Sunkle. Patti was a graduate of French High School, class of 1976. In 1995, Patti enrolled at Lamar University and in the year 2000 graduated Magna Cum Laude with two Bachelor of Business Administration degrees, one in General Business and the other in Human Resource Management. Patti was a devoted wife and mother who loved with all her heart and always had the prettiest smile. She was talented arts and crafter and loved making gifts. She loved our Lord, Jesus Christ, and fought her illness cheerfully with the knowledge of her final home. We thank all who lifted her up […]

Nancy Lee Beall, 77, of Lumberton, died Sunday, December 28, 2025. She was born on October 5, 1948, in Beaumont to Selma Lee Daniel and Robert Glynn Fones. Survivors include her husband, Zelton J. Beall, Jr.; son, Zelton J. Beall III and his wife, Jennifer of Hull; grandchildren, Bree Beall and Mason Beall; brothers-in-law, Steve Kosh and his wife, Debbie, of Orange, and Charles Kosh and his wife, Laurie, Bridge City; sister-in-law, Barbara James and her husband, Billy, of Bridge City; and cousin, Don Fones, Beaumont. Nancy is preceded in death by her parents. A gathering of Mrs. Beall’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Friday, January 9, 2026, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. Her graveside service will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, 4955 Pine Street, Beaumont.

James “Jim” Hall, 76, of Fannett, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, December 28, 2025. He was born on August 3, 1949, in Jasper to Billie Jean McBride and Zack William Hall. After his childhood in Jasper, Jim met Mary Beth, his wife of over fifty years and moved to Beaumont before settling in Fannett. His thirty-seven-year career was spent working in operations in the utilities department at Mobil Oil Beaumont Refinery until his retirement in 2009. Jim loved traveling and camping in Colorado, the Hall family took a summer vacation to Colorado every year when the kids were growing up. He enjoyed fishing on Toledo Bend and camping at Holly Park, which only got more exciting once the grandkids came along! Poppy was a regular at West End Little League, Kirbyville Little League and Ford Park to cheer on his grandkids baseball games and heckle the umpires. He always had snow […]

Alma Jean Bailey, 68, of Beaumont, died Saturday, December 27, 2025. She was born in Austin, Texas, on July 20, 1957, to Alma Routledge Isaacks and Robert Earl Isaacks. Alma was known for her green thumb and love for animals. She cared for a jungle of potted plants, some of which she had for over 40 years. She volunteered for Beaumont Animal Care, fostering motherless kittens and spending sleepless nights bottle-feeding them to health. Alma’s greatest joy in life was her two grandchildren. Lovingly known to them as Meme. She spoiled them in every way possible. Survivors include her husband, Craig Bailey; daughter, Michele Ruppel and her husband, Aaron; grandchildren, Tyler Ruppel and Mia Ruppel; and brothers, Robert Isaacks and his wife, Stephanie and John Isaacks. She is preceded in death by her parents. Memorial contributions may be made to the Southeast Texas Humane Society, 2050 Spindletop Avenue, Beaumont, Texas […]

Thomas Arthur Barger, 78, of Beaumont, formerly of San Antonio, died Friday, December 26, 2025. He was born on December 10, 1947, in San Antonio to Geraldine Kleypas and Albert Barger. Survivors include his children, Ronald Barger of Beaumont and Michael Barger of San Antonio; grandchildren, Blake Barger of Dallas and Braeden Barger of Tulsa, Oklahoma; and siblings, Jeanie Eckhardt and her husband, Lyn; Linda Dubois; and Bob Barger and his wife, Sandy. Thomas is preceded in death by his parents. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions may be made to an organization of your choice in memory of Thomas Arthur Barger. Cremation arrangements for Mr. Barger were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.

Laurin Morgan, nee Williams, passed to eternal life early Christmas morning, Thursday, December 25, 2025. She is now at peace, pain free, and with our Lord on his birthday. Laurin was born and raised in Beaumont, Texas, March 10, 1952. She attended Longfellow Elementary, Austin Jr. High, and Beaumont High. She attended Lamar University receiving a BSN in Nursing. Laurin is survived by her husband of thirty years, Robert Greb; sisters, Charlotte, Randy, and Nancy; brother, Rich; and nieces, Jessica and Kristin and her husband, Barry Trask, and their children, Everett and Norah. Laurin loved her nursing career and ended it in hospice nursing, which suited her perfectly, her patients could not argue with her. She loved horses, dogs, crazy cats, raising cattle, gardening particularly herbs, shots of tequila and beachcombing. She will be dearly missed by her family. In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite organization. Cremation […]

Mary Ida Laurent, 87, of Beaumont, died Thursday, December 25, 2025. She was born on March 5, 1938, in New Orleans, Louisiana to Gertrude Blouin and Joseph Clement Triche, Jr. Mary Ida grew up in Norco, Louisiana as did her late husband, Lewis Laurent. They moved to Beaumont in the early 60s and settled into life there with their four children, though she never lost her love of her Louisiana and Cajun roots. Most recently she lived at Calder Woods where she made numerous friends of residents and members of the staff and enjoyed playing games, participating in exercise programs and numerous other activities there. She was fiercely independent and lived independently despite suffering from Multiple Sclerosis for over 20 years as well as caring for her son, Scott for after a devastating injury. She worked in office administration, as secretary of Monsignor Kelly High School for many years and […]

James “Jimmy” Erwin Wrinkle, 89, of Vidor, died Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. He was born August 1, 1936, in Urania, Louisiana to James Eugene Wrinkle and Nora Birthu Savage. Jimmy graduated from Nederland High School in 1955 and was well known for his athletic abilities, especially in track and swimming. He was also a welter weight boxer in the local Golden Gloves Boxing club. While he was attending his father’s church in Nederland he found the love of his life, Carol Ann Foster. They both discovered their love for music and started performing together with Carol on the piano and Jimmy on the guitar. They enjoyed sixty-seven years of marriage, music and many joyful memories. He spent the majority of his working career as a process operator and safety supervisor for the Mobil Chemical Olefins Unit in Beaumont. He retired from that position in […]

Harold Dean Rodgers, 81, of Beaumont, died Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at Bonne Vie Skilled Nursing in Port Arthur. He was born on September 3, 1944, to Florence Carney LeBlanc and Adron Moses Rodgers, in Beaumont, and lived in Texas his entire life. Survivors include his children, Tracey Rodgers Buckner and her husband, Carl, of Brenham; Stacey Rodgers Nacol and her husband, Charles; and Jason Matthew Rodgers and his wife, Marilyn Abshier Rodgers, all of Beaumont. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jacob Douglas Rodgers and his wife, Casey Rodgers; Dylan Wade Rodgers; Dagan Buckner; Kysan Buckner Kohring and her husband, Marshall Kohring; Kiara Danae Rodgers and her fiancé, Jonathon Conner; and Ian Nacol; as well as his great-grandchildren, Adelynn Tate and Lyvia Jade Rodgers, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Patsy Williams; and brother, George Rodgers. Harold was a graduate […]

Barney Garza, Jr., 73, of Beaumont, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Christus – St. Elizabeth Hospital while surrounded by his family and listening to his favorite band, The Beatles. He was born on September 16, 1952, in Beaumont, to Evangeline Sifuentes and Barney Garza, Sr. Barney was a husband, a father, grandfather, brother, cousin and friend to many.  He spent his life proudly calling Beaumont home and spent as much time as he could in the woods hunting or on the water fishing. He was passionate about Mexican food, The Beatles, and even more passionate about his family and grandchildren. Above all else, Barney loved his family.  Whether he was offering advice on how to shoot a proper layup, kidding his youngest grandchildren about how silly they are, cheering on the Astros or just sitting around talking and enjoying time with his wife and his two sons […]

Ethylene Culotta Lucas, 87, of Lumberton, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025. She was born on December 15, 1938, to Katie Rose Culotta Hutto and Joseph Culotta, in New Iberia, Louisiana. Ethylene’s life was rooted in her love for God and her unwavering faith. As a devoted Christian, she touched the lives of many through her kindness and example. She signed every card with the words, “Jesus loves you, and so do I,” a message that beautifully captured the love she shared so freely. She found joy in simple pleasures, especially baking her well-loved chocolate drops and going shopping. She cherished the holidays, particularly Christmas, when her home came alive with twinkling lights, snowmen, and decorations that reflected her joyful spirit.  Above all, she adored being surrounded by family and found great happiness in hosting parties for any occasion—celebrations filled with laughter, love, and togetherness. She is preceded in […]

Carolyn Lee Bilbo Turner, 84, of Beaumont, died Saturday, December 20, 2025, after a long illness. She was born on July 30, 1941, to Alta Mae Kinard Bilbo and Sidney Edward Bilbo, in Beaumont, and was owner of Private Collections. Carolyn attended school in Beaumont until high school.  Beginning with high school, she attended Vidor High where she was a cheerleader all four years.  She attended Lamar Tech and then married the love of her life, George Larry Turner, on November 21, 1959.  They were married 66 years but in love 68 years. In their marriage, they traveled to Germany where he was in the US Army.  Upon their return, she raised their children and worked for various companies.  In 1982, she started Private Collections Gift & Decorating.  She loved this business helping others and owned it until her health failed. Carolyn was involved in the Beaumont Junior League where […]

Donald Ira Price was born to Ira A. and Frankie G. Cable Price in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, at 13:13 military time on the median day (July 2) of 1947. These facts may, in part, explain his obsession with numbers from the time he could count. He passed away December 19, 2025. Don graduated from high school in Searcy, Arkansas in 1965. Still fascinated by numbers, Don continued his education at Hendrix College, one of the nation’s most prestigious liberal arts colleges.  He earned a B.A. in Business and Economics from Hendrix College in 1969.  Don enlisted in the Navy shortly after graduation and served in Scotland and the Philippines.  Upon his discharge, Don chased numbers at the University of Arkansas, where he earned an M.A. in Economics in 1975 and a Ph.D. in Economics in1980.  While earning his Ph.D., Don taught at New Mexico Highlands University. But in 1981, Dr. […]

Patricia Ann “Patsy” Schroeder, 86, of Beaumont, died Wednesday, December 17, 2025. She was born on September 16, 1939, to Alice Claire Baker Tiner and James Pierce Tiner, in Beaumont. Survivors include her son, Paul Schroeder and his wife, Cindy, of Fannett; daughters, Stacey Hatcher and her husband, Wayne, of Fannett and Jamey Pentecost and her husband, Ricky, of Colmesneil; sister, Beth Lightfoot of Tennessee; brother, Joe Tiner and his wife, Donna, of Hemphill; eight grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Marvin Schroeder, Sr.; and great-grandson, Drake Frazier. A gathering of Mrs. Schroeder’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Sunday, December 21, 2025, at Broussard’s 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. Her funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, December 22, 2025, at Broussard’s, with her interment to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont.

George Andrew Holtzclaw, a longtime resident of Nederland, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at the age of 75 after an eight-month battle with cancer, surrounded by the love and support of his family, friends, and neighbors. Born on August 2, 1950, in Port Arthur, Texas, George was the youngest of five children of Gordon Thomas and Margie Robinson Holtzclaw. He grew up in Port Arthur and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School. While attending Lamar University, he was drafted into the U.S. Army and proudly served for two years. Upon returning, he completed his degree at Lamar before beginning a 42-year career at the Fina Refinery (later Total) in Port Arthur. At retirement, he was one of only two employees with longer tenure on site. George spent most of his career in the Boiler House and retired as the number one Operator. George’s passions were Corvettes, pool, […]