Christopher A. Maida III
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.
Chris graduated from French High School in 1972. He started building fences with his father at the age of 15 years old and then ended up becoming the proud owner of A-1 Maida Fence Company from 1997 up until the time of his passing. His daughter and son-in-law will do their best to carry on his legacy. Chris was one of the most kind, gentle hearted people you would ever meet. If anyone was in need whether it was his family, friends or employees, he was there to help them out. He was a devoted Dallas Cowboys fan. He loved hunting, fishing, playing golf, spending time at beach and lake, but he mostly cherished his time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His life will be remembered and cherished by anyone who knew and loved him.
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 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His funeral service will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Broussard’s, with his interment to follow at Magnolia Cemetery, Beaumont.
Video
Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
- 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
- January 23, 2026
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Funeral Service
Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
- 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
- January 24, 2026
- 2:00 pm
Interment
Magnolia Cemetery
- 2291, Pine St, Beaumont, TX, 77703,
- January 24, 2026
So sorry to here this, Chris was a good man. Prayers for his family.
PROUD TO HAVE KNOWN CHRIS. HE WAS A WONDERFUL GUY. CHRIS LOVED LIFE, THE BEACH, PEOPLE, FAMILY. HE CROSSED TO THE OTHER SIDE OF THE FENCE TO HEAVEN
I am so sorry 😞
My heart goes out to his family 💔
I know you are golfing in heaven Chris ⛳️
I see that big beautiful smile everytime I think of you.
Save a place for me ❤️
Kathy Lynn
I’m heartbroken to hear of Chrissy passing. I always had you in my heart ❤️
Bev
Deep condolences to all of Chris’ family. He was a good man. May God’s peace and comfort be with all of his family.
Chris (aka pawpaw) was the funniest and most fun loving guy I know. Although I am not his true granddaughter, he never failed to make me feel like I was. There is truly nobody else like Chris and he will be missed and loved beyond eternity
So sorry to hear this. We grew up together. Alot of fun times. RIP Chris
Attended school with Chris since junior high we shared a good friendship all these years graduating from French High School (72) without any doubt Chris was always the first to make his donation for class reunions. I’m sure I can speak for our class well liked, dependable, shared concerns for our classmates always had a smile and a firm handshake R.I.P. MY FRIEND
So sorry. Incredible man
I’m so sorry to hear about Chris. The family is in my prayers.
The AGC of Southeast Texas and our Board Members send our thoughts and prayers to the Maida family. Chris was a long time respected AGC member and business owner, and he will be missed.
Chris, I was so glad to be a friend for the past few years. Loved your smile & will miss seeing you. I felt like you were a part of our family knowing of you thru my brother then my son. You were a good man, good to my family and sorry we didn’t actually meet sooner. You will be missed!!
He was one of the sweetest human beings to walk this earth he will be forever missed he had a smile and a laugh that would light up a room I’ve known Chris almost 30 years he was a somebody I’m proud to call my friend rest in peace buddy
My thoughts and prayers are with you Danielle and your entire family. Sending love and prayers
My dearest bestie, Danielle, I am so grateful that you shared your Dad with me and my family. He was an awesome man. And we will miss him greatly. I am praying for you all for strength and comfort during this time I love each and every one of you so much! I love you, Chris! Fly high!
I didn’t really know Chris well, but I did meet him years back. I knew his dad fairly well, as he was a customer at our family business. Chris and his dad both erected literally thousands of feet of fencing for my family. Chris was raised up similarly to myself in that he grew up in a family business and knew what it was to get out and work hard, get hot and sweaty and dirty, and never complained that I ever heard. My condolences to the family; Beaumont has lost a good man.
Danielle and family,
My sincere sympathy in the passing of Chris.
May you have comfort in the special memories of him.
I am so sorry to hear about Chris’s passing. You are all in my prayers.
Danielle and Jason, I was so heartbroken to hear of your father’s passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and that God and your angels will give you strength and comfort through your grieving. Please find comfort in knowing that Chris is suffering no more sickness or pain. He has gained his strength, peace and happiness through the Lord, and will be watching over you all, now.
sending my prayers and love to you, Tracy Basden