John Wesley Brantley, Jr.

May 20, 1957 - January 25, 2024

John Wesley Brantley, Jr., 66, of Beaumont, died Thursday, January 25, 2024. He was born on May 20, 1957, in Beaumont to Eleanor Louise Cooper and John Wesley Brantley, Sr. John was a retired machinist foreman for Metal Forms Incorporated. This loss was completely unexpected leaving family and friends shocked and deeply saddened. He will be missed in so many ways.

John was a deeply beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He enjoyed spending time at his lake house, fishing, and gathering with friends and family. He had a love for animals especially his dog Lucky who was his co-pilot during many trips to the lake. He worked hard all his life and took pride in keeping his yard, house, and vehicles in immaculate condition.   His passion and integrity to those he loved was unwavering. His infectious smile and laugh will live on forever.

Survivors include his daughter, Amanda Joy Guy and her husband, Rody, of Kountze; grandson, Blake Guy and his wife, Charlee, of Kountze; siblings, Harold “Craig” Brantley and Michael Brantley; beloved dog, Lucky; and numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and loves ones through the years.

John is preceded in death by his parents.

A gathering of Mr. Brantley’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at Broussard’s, Beaumont, with his interment to follow at Haven of Rest, Beaumont.

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Gathering of Family and Friends

Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
  • 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
  • January 30, 2024
  • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Funeral Service

Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
  • 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
  • January 31, 2024
  • 10:00 am

Interment

Haven of Rest Cemetery
  • 13851, U.S. 90, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
  • January 31, 2024

Comments (4)

    CynthiaRoberts says:

    Mr Johnny I met you at my God parents houe TyrellandnPam you were a sweet funny always was kind whenever I visited you was always there you were family whenTyrell died you was there for my family now Yyrell be waiting for you heaven condolences to your entire family see you later Mr Johnny

    Dameion "Lil Buddy" Williams says:

    Words truly can’t express how I feel right now Johnny you were more than just a friend and a next door neighbor you were my best friend a father figure You truly shook me with this You will always deeply be loved and missed more than words can ever express thank you for everything you ever done for me in life and for always being there and having a kind word and for showing me your heart and not your back Mr. JW and Miss Bradley was always like MoMo and Paww Paww to me your whole family was family Craig, Mike, and your baby girl Amanda also I was lucky to have ever known a person like you I will forever listen to Stevie Ray Vaughan and all of the music we always listen to and cherish every moment that I spend around you and think about all the good times and not just of your passing rest well my buddy I love you Johnny forever and always Dameion 🙏🏾

    Cathy Bugg Wiltz says:

    My deepest sympathies to the Brantley family
    on Johnnie’s passing. He was such a kind and compassionate friend , always willing to help a friend. I will miss sitting outside and having our talks at Craig’s house. God bless him and may he rest in peace.

    Alice Rogers says:

    To the family of John, my sincere condolences to you’ll, we were neighbors for 13 years, such nice and friendly man. May the Lord bless and give you’ll comfort and strength during this time. He will truly be missed

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