Elizabeth McNicholas
Elizabeth Graham McNicholas passed away on April 28, 2018. She is survived by her daughters Alexandra McNicholas Bernier and Kirksey McNicholas Reynolds, their husbands, Benjamin Joseph Bernier and Stephen Mercer Reynolds, and four grandchildren, Stephen Mercer Reynolds, Jr., Jeanne Elizabeth Hollingshead, Bridget Reddington Reynolds, and James Fletcher Reynolds. She is preceded in death by her father, the Honorable James D. McNicholas, her mother, Jeanne Graham McNicholas, and her brother, James D. McNicholas, Jr.
Graham was born in Beaumont, Texas, on August 16, 1952. She was a graduate of The Hockaday School in Dallas, Texas, where she was honored with the Boarder’s pin in 1970, the highest individual award given by the resident department. She also graduated from the University of Oklahoma, earning a bachelor of arts degree. She was a member of Pi Beta Phi and continued to be an active alumnae for much of her life.
Graham devoted herself to many charitable and civic organizations. She was an active member of the Junior League of Beaumont as well as the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America. She was also a member and officer of the Magnolia Garden Club, following in the footsteps of her mother Jeanne and her great-grandmother, Mrs. William F. Graham, who was a charter member. Graham was also a member of the Buckner Auxiliary Board for Buckner Children and Family Services in Beaumont. She was a lifelong member of St. Andrew’s Presbteryian Church, where she carried on her mother’s annual tradition of covering the cross hanging above the sanctuary with lilies in celebration of Easter.
Above all else, Graham’s greatest devotion was to her family, caring for both of her parents and sharing a special bond with them as well as her brother Jim. Her daughters Alex and Kirksey, as well as her precious grandchildren, were the lights of her life.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 23rd and Gladys, Beaumont, Texas. Dr. Robert Birdwell, Judge Keith F. Giblin, Joe Gregory, Perry Gregory, Kit Herrington, Pat McGown, Eric Meadows, and Mike Smith will serve as pallbearers. A burial service will follow at Magnolia Cemetary. Broussard’s Mortuary is handling arrangements. The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff of Harbor Hospice, Dr. Robert Birdwell, and Rhonda Gobert. Contributions in Graham’s memory may be made to St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 1350 North 23rd Street, Beaumont, Texas 77706, or Buckner Children and Family Services, 9055 Manion Drive, Beaumont, Texas 77706.
Magnolia Cemetery
Magnolia Cemetery
- 2291 pine st beaumont tx 77703
Funeral Service
Funeral Service
- 1350 north 23rd street beaumont tx 77706
- 05/02/2018
- 11:00 am
Comments
Joan Orr
Sending you prayers and love Alex. This is Joan from Dr Koehler’s. I loved her & you very much. I will be walking this hard walk with you ?
Sydney L Matthews
Graham is one of my most special friends. I LOVE her so much. Sending y'all all my love. XOXO
Kasey Connors
Thursday’s at On Stage will never be the same! Love to her family~
Margi Chase
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find strength and comfort in your faith, family, and friends. With sympathy and love, Margi and Rocky Chase
Colburn and Angie McClelland
Graham was one amazing lady. She took a kindness and showed us much love when we moved into to Caldwood. Graham will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Mamie Grace said she was "THE QUEEN" of our neighbor hood. Our deepest sympathy .........Much Love Colburn, Angie and family .
Mary Oxford Englander
Graham was a refrain of grace notes beginning in our girlhood. She blessed and inspired us all with her kindness, individuality, serenity, love of family and friends,, and respect of self and others. Her generosity of spirit was extraordinary. We are all better fothaving known her and how grTeful I am for her life. To her girls, my prayers.
Vivian Todd
Thinking of Alex and Kirksey and their precious families
Ann and Kevin Wagner
Graham walking by our house and catching up was always one of highlights to any day. She was a very amazing soul. Our thoughts and prayers go to Alex and Kirksey and their families. Our deepest regards, The Wagner and The LeGettes.
Mary Ledyard
Alex and Kirksey, Your mom and I shared birthdays. It was always a race to see which one of us got our birthday cards in the mail first. Your mom always won! I will miss her calling me Lucky, her sweet smile, and our conversations about our families and especially our grands. David and I send love, hugs, and prayers to you all. Heaven has a new angel to watch over us.
Karen Mirsky
Graham was beautiful inside and out. I spent a lot of time at your house when I was a little girl and always thought Graham was so glamorous! She raised two amazing daughters. Sending you both my love and wishing you comfort and peace.
Kathryn Chauveaux
God speed Graham..
Margaret Gibson
My heartfelt sympathy for Kirksey and Alex! May got grant you peace in this sadness! Love you both! Your mom was a most loving and gracious woman! I loved her!
Elaine Henderson
Graham was a wonderful, loving person. Always a smile on her face and a sweet word. For many years she was my On Stage friend. I will miss you. God Speed.
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).