Doris Fouts

January 4, 1923 - June 20, 2024

Doris Fouts, 101, of Pearland, died Thursday, June 20, 2024.  She was born on January 4, 1923, in Greenfield, Iowa, to William Hoepner and Alma (Mensing) Hoepner.

Doris loved to talk about growing up on her parent’s farm outside of Greenfield with her siblings, and traveling with her forever love, Glen, who celebrated 61 years of marriage until his passing in 2013. Doris, Glen and their son Randy moved from Iowa to Texas in 1956, where in 1959, she became a founding member of Redeemer Lutheran Church and would later become a member of The Mission Circle Lutheran’s Women’s Group. She enjoyed spending time with her family, baking bread, always had a can of snickerdoodles in the freezer, and was passionate about her Astros. Doris was an extraordinary seamstress who delighted in sewing for her three granddaughters. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Survivors include her children, Randy Fouts and his wife, Donna, of Houston; stepdaughter, Shirley Malone of Dow City, Iowa; grandchildren, Cambrey Rogers and her husband, Matthew, Kelsey Hulett and her husband, Chaz, Kendall Mahanger and her husband, Manny, Dale Malone, and Byron Malone and his wife, Lori; great-grandchildren, Ian Farley, Lauren Rogers, Charlotte Hulett, Brett Malone, and Kurt Malone; siblings, Elsie Tague and Bob Hoepner and his wife, Dottie; and numerous friends, loved ones, and church family through the years.

Doris is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Glen H. Fouts; sister, Ruby Thomsen; and brother, Ernie Hoepner.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in honor of Donna’s mother to the Alzheimer’s Association, 6055 South Loop East, Houston, Texas 77087.

A gathering of Mrs. Fouts’ family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m., with her funeral service at 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 28, 2024, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.  Her interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont.

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Gathering of Family and Friends

Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
  • 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
  • June 28, 2024
  • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Funeral Service

Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
  • 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
  • June 28, 2024
  • 2:00 pm

Interment

Forest Lawn Memorial Park
  • 4955, Pine St, Beaumont, TX, 77703,
  • June 28, 2024

Comments (11)

    Kristine Britt says:

    Randy and Donna,
    I was so sorry to see that your mother had passed. She was such a kind person, and I have very fond memories of her.

    Ellen Hoepner says:

    Heartstrings, Love & L if e Celebration‼️ for a Special Lady and God wink 😘 thanks for extended sharing her longer on earth. Part of my early Texas family, Godmother, I will miss her calls, check ups and every year birthday cards. 💔💔❤️

    Lucas Moore says:

    Randy, Donna, Cambrey, Kelsey, and Kendall, we’re sorry for your loss and are keeping you all in our prayers. I have wonderful memories of Doris, both old and recent…from going to her and Glen’s house after the Christmas Eve service, eating her wonderful snickerdoodle cookies, and just chatting on the phone about family, past memories, and the Astros. Doris was a special person and a good friend. She will be greatly missed and always remembered.

    Beth Fouts says:

    Paul and I loved getting to know Glen and Doris back in 1984-1985. Glen’s brother Fay is Paul’s grandpa. Glen and Doris showed us around Beaumont and gave us a beautiful place to stay on several weekends during our year in Houston. Doris’ cooking was amazing. Her dirty rice was a favorite. To Randy and family – our sincere condolences. Glen and Doris will always be a precious memory of ours. 💕

    Carol and Sam Thompso says:

    Sam and I always enjoyed visiting Doris and Glen. My parents, Jane and Harold Leathers, were friends of them also. they would tell one story after another, smiling and laughing all the while. Wonderful memories of wonderful friends.

    Barbara L Miller says:

    Randy and family
    I’m so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a very dear friend. I will miss our frequent phone calls. Prayers for peace and comfort.

    Ric Thomsen says:

    Randy, and Donna I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m gonna miss my phone conversations with her. I’m know she’s happy to be with Uncle Glen, my mom, Uncle Ernie, and all of the rest of the family with her. I’m so glad I came to Texas last year and got to visit with her.

    Jan Dunlap says:

    Randy and Donna,
    My heart goes out to you and your family. Your parents were a wonderful part of my life growing up in Beaumont and great church friends to my parents. Your mom always made me feel welcomed in her kitchen, for youth group outings and when she lived alone. Her life was well lived and well loved. And she was so proud of all of you.
    Love, Jan

    Ernest Dunlap says:

    Randy I am so sorry for your loss. I know Doris was such an important part of your life and your family. She will be missed by all of us whose lives were touched by her as we grew up together in Beaumont. May your memories comfort you as you remember her life.

    andy dentremont says:

    Randy,
    I am very sorry for your loss..

    Paula Bertrand says:

    Randy and Donna so sorry for your loss. Doris was such an important part of your lives and will be missed. She lived a remarkable life,! Hugs and prayers for you and the family. Love you!

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