Carolyn Erwin
Carolyn Erwin, 75, of Beaumont, died Saturday, June 25, 2022, at Silsbee Oaks Health Care. She was born on March 20, 1947, in Beaumont, to Mary Sanford Flanakin and Buel Buford Flanakin.
Carolyn retired from the City of Beaumont Fleet Department, as a data entry clerk, after many years of service. She was an avid reader and loved dancing and watching old movies. Carolyn was a loyal and loving friend and adored her grandchildren. She will always be remembered as a loving mother and Nana.
Survivors include her daughters, Michelle Monroe and her husband, Mike, of Sour Lake and Amy Williams and her husband, Travis, of Porter; granddaughters, Paige Delahoussaye of Denver, Colorado; Jessica Cormier and her husband, Corbin, of Houston; and Megan Delahoussaye of Houston; great-grandchildren, Carter, Jackson, and Chase; and nephew, Matt Flanakin of Pearland. She is preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Dale Wayne Flanakin; and a nephew, Kristian Wayne Flanakin.
The family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to the staff at Silsbee Oaks Health Care for their compassionate care.
A gathering of Ms. Erwin’s family and friends will begin at 2:00 p.m., with her funeral service at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at Broussard’s, 409 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. Her interment will follow at Knupple Cemetery, Silsbee.
Memorial contributions, in honor of Ms. Erwin, may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 700 North Street, Suite M, Beaumont, Texas 77701.

Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary Silsbee
- 490, Cemetery Road, Silsbee, Texas, 77656,
- July 5, 2022
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Funeral Service
Broussard’s Mortuary Silsbee
- 490, Cemetery Road, Silsbee, Texas, 77656,
- July 5, 2022
- 3:00 pm
Committal
Knupple Cemetery Silsbee
- , Cemetery Rd, Silsbee, TX, 77656,
Syble and I are so sorry for your loss. We know Carolyn is in a better place. Sending prayers of comfort to you and all the family.
Thank you Don & Syble,
Yes she is. We love you both. The Monroe’s
I am truly saddened about Carol’s passing. She was a friend for many years. The funeral was lovely. She would have been happy about it. May God grant your family peace and comfort in knowing she is in heaven with Jesus.
Thank you Sue and I’m so glad you were there to see her off. Bless you. Much Love from all Carols family
Also Sue, I’m glad you got to catch up with Dad. You and Mom went way back and she loved you.
My condolences to the family. Carol was a good and loyal friend with a beautiful smile. She and I have had some fun and interesting adventures together. We created some great memories together and I have and will miss her.
Thank you Mary! She loved her friends and you were always a friend to her. Thanks for being there for her service. Much love from Michelle and Amy and all family
My condolence to you, Amy and your family during this time. May you continue to cherish her memories, love and smile. To you Miss. Carolyn, I never had the honor to meet you but I enjoyed listening to stories about you from Amy. As well as hearing your voice when you called to check up on Amy. Rest peacefully Miss. Carolyn.
Thank you Lameika, I’ve heard so much about you! Sincerely, Michelle
Condolences to the family. Carol worked with me for several years in the insurance business. She was a great friend, and she will be missed.
Thanks Aleece!, I remember when you and Mom were friends! Michelle Monroe
Deepest condolences to you Amy & your family.