Larry Nelson Windham
Larry Nelson Windham, 77, of Beaumont, died Saturday, February 24, 2024. He was born on November 17, 1946, in Beaumont to Bessie Lee Clark and Julius Alton “Slim” Windham. Larry was raised in Nome, Texas, the son of a rice farmer and the youngest of four siblings. He attended Hardin Jefferson High School c/o 1964. He went on to study at Texas A&M University and Tyler Junior College. He graduated from Lamar University in 1973 with a bachelor’s degree in physical education. Larry married Jann Bell on May 20, 1972, and he loved her for 51 years.
After college, he coached at Charlton Pollard High School in Beaumont before becoming a Vice President at Production Credit Association. He worked as an Agent for Mutual of New York in the mid and late 1980’s, which led him to become an Independent Insurance Agent, Larry Windham & Associates, for 30 years. He prided himself on providing exceptional service. He was smart and thorough when it came to work, but he sure knew how to play just as well. He didn’t have a client that he would not call a friend. Larry was very active in the Texas Independent Cattleman’s Association (ICA). He not only provided health insurance for the Association, but he was known to be the Hospitality Coordinator for most local and state events. Socializing came so naturally to him that he would handle duties like working the beer tub at the drawdown dinners so he could wipe down and wrap cold cans for the ladies and koozies for the gentleman. He also loved hanging out back where the steaks were cooking, chatting it up with his good friends and making new ones. Larry entertained/worked the hospitality suite at the state convention where he could schmooze with members from across the state. Another favorite event is the Southeast Texas ICA Commercial Bull & Heifer Sale. Yes, it is a cattle auction, but for Larry it was time to talk and visit with everyone. Larry always had something to say and most of the time humor was involved.
He and Jann raised two great kids together. Blaine and Jennifer were brought up going to ICA conventions every summer as family vacations. This is where Larry would teach them how to talk loudly, where people can hear you, and how to shake hands respectfully. He loved taking drives on the back roads of Nome to reminisce about how and where he was raised. It was like driving around with a tour guide narrating, even though the story had been told many times before. Larry loved his family with every ounce of his being. He had one grandchild, Austin, who brought new life into his soul. Austin could do no wrong as far as Larry was concerned. Blaine and Jennifer were both in Future Farmers of America (FFA) which gave Larry an agricultural outlet. He was very involved in their projects, their education, and their futures. Larry would go to Jennifer’s adult soccer games most Sundays and would park at the end of the field and watch from his Tahoe (probably napping mostly). Larry was a very involved father and grandfather. He always showed up.
Larry was a gentleman, a joker, an entrepreneur, and loved his friends and family to the deepest depths of his being. He will be missed forever.
Survivors include his wife, Jann Windham; daughter, Jennifer Windham; grandson, Shayne Austin Simon, all of Beaumont; brother, Jerry Windham of Orange; and many nieces and nephews.
Larry is preceded in death by his parents; son, Christopher Blaine Windham; brother, Terrell D. Windham; and sister, Martha Wood.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Southeast Texas Independent Cattleman’s Association (SETICA): Larry Windham Memorial Scholarship, P.O. Box 146 Hamshire, Texas 77622.
A memorial service for Mr. Windham will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 1, 2024, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium. There will be a private family graveside at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont.
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Memorial Service
Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
- 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
- March 1, 2024
- 2:00 pm
Jan and Family,
I worked with Larry at Beaumont PCA for 10+ years back in the 70’s and 80’s. He was always fun to be around and a hard worker. He loved to be out in the fields with the farmers and ranchers. He will be missed. Prayers to his family.
This community sure lost a good one! Kind, honest, and oh so much fun over the years! Larry loved his family, he loved his friends and he was certainly a favorite of mine! My love and prayers to you all <3
For fifty years I enjoyed running in to Larry. He always made me laugh with comments about friends, family, farming or just any topic in the present. Jennifer & Austin, I am
so sorry for your loss. I will miss him.
Jennifer, we are so sorry to hear of your Father’s passing.
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your Family.
Sending Hugs!
Brenda & Ronnie Moore
La Vernia, Texas
SCTICA
Sorry to hear the passing of Mr Larry I went to school with Jennifer and Blaine praying for y’all during this difficult time
Larry was such a sweet man, always a smile! So blessed to have known him! Prayers!
So sorry & my deepest sympathy.
My brother was was very special to me I could always depend on him. I will miss him greatly Rest in peace Larry
I am so very sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. I worked with him for many years and enjoyed it. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Our sympathies for your loss, Jan, Jennifer and Austin. You have been great Neighbors and have been there for all of your neighbors. Prayers have been offered for Larry through these recent years, and are now offered for your comfort. May Larry rest in peace. We love you!
jennifer, we are so sad about your dads passing. he has always been a great friend to us. never failed to say “come on by” when we’d call.there will never be another like him. may he rest in peace. may you also find peace in knowing how much he is loved in the community. you have been a great daughter to him.
Jennifer and Jan
I am so sad to hear this news. Larry was so good to check on Ronnie during his illness.
He was such a good man and dear friend.
God bless you.
Judi Benoit
So sorry for your loss. Larry and Jennifer helped my family a lot. My thoughts anD prayers are with y’all.
Jennifer/Jann I’m so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. All of those years working with him at PCA and MONY were great memories (and then with you at Fiserv!). We were like a family. Love to you all.
Love you Mr. Larry. Thank you for all the guidance, good advice and great food over all the years. Thank you for not treating me different from the other kids even though you knew I was trouble.
We are so saddened for your loss of Larry. He was a great man and a loyal friend. He will never be forgotten. Peace be with you in this sorrowful time.
Jennifer, and family.
Prayers for you all ,
Larry will be so missed.
Such a kind and fun man. Always loved getting his calendar. He will be so missed.
I am sorry to hear about your lost. May Larry rest in piece. I am from Nome & known the whole family all my life. Terrall was in the same class at China & we were close friends
Also Martha was a grade behind. & Larry was my brother age. It is with a heavy heart I write this note.
God’s blessings to the family
So very saddened to hear of Larry’s passing. He was always one of my favorite people. Love and prayers.
Love to all,
So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. Jennifer and Austin are so close to him. Big shoes to fill.
Remi/Rob Bryan and family