Lee Daniel Neffendorf
Lee Daniel Neffendorf was born February 29, 1936, in Fredericksburg Texas to the late Richard and Frieda Neffendorf and passed to his eternal home on August 4, 2021, at Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas in Beaumont.
Lee grew up in Doss, Texas and graduated from Fredericksburg High School in 1954. He then attended Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina. After graduation in 1960, he moved to Beaumont, Texas where he met Betty Whitmire Neffendorf on the very day he arrived there; they were married on May 27, 1961. He was employed by E. I. DuPont as a Computer Programmer for almost 30 years and upon retirement in 1994, he continued work as a delivery driver with Acme Truck Lines until 2020.
Lee was a devoted member of Grace and Truth Gospel Tabernacle where he faithfully served as a trustee for more than 50 years where Reverend Jack Bell is the minister. He loved Brother and Sister Bell and their family and all the brothers and sisters of the church.
He loved his family without measure, and he is survived by his wife, Betty Neffendorf, and daughters, Terry Elizabeth Bright and her husband, Michael Bright, of Houston and Mary Cathryn Seeley and her husband, Vince Seeley, of St. Paris, Ohio. Grandchildren Laura Keller and husband David, Allen Taylor, James Seeley and wife Kelli, as well as great-grandchildren Hannah, Michael, Chloe, and William. Step-grandchildren Megan Hickey and husband Dustin and Shane Bright and great-grandchildren Bailey, Landon, and Caleb and two sisters: Bernice Dryden and Frieda Louise Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law, Robert Taylor, and the following brothers and sisters: Laura Gerloff, Margaret Neffendorf, Raymond Neffendorf, Edna Gerloff, Vera Hertel, William Neffendorf, Felix Neffendorf, Richard Neffendorf and James Neffendorf.
He loved his family and friends dearly and he had a special gift for making each one feel special.
A gathering of Mr. Neffendorf’s family and friends will begin at 10:00 a.m., with his funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His interment will follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery, Beaumont.
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Haven of Rest Cemetery - Beaumont
Haven of Rest Cemetery - Beaumont
- hwy 90 west at greenpond road beaumont texas 77713
Funeral Service
Funeral Service
- 1605 n. major drive beaumont tx 77713
- 08/11/2021
- 11:00 am
Gathering of Family and Friends
Gathering of Family and Friends
- 1605 n. major drive beaumont tx 77713
- 08/11/2021
- 4:21 pm
Comments
Liz Barnett
Terry, So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you & your family. I have shared your news with Sam & Kelly. Take care & reach out sometime. We all used to be so close.
Anna Dechert
My heart is so sad. Our family was blessed when Lee married our cousin Betty. And I feel very blessed, because Lee introduced me to my forever Love, Clyde. Our thoughts & prayers are with you Betty & Family.
Robert Johnson
Lee was a very dear friend, actually more like a brother to me. He and I had many wonderful times together. He and his brothers and sisters had a delightful sense of humor and their parents instilled in them a sense of love and respect for each other and for those in their world that was beautiful and sincere. Lee was faithful to serve his Savior in his church activities, his love and care for his family and many loved ones in this life. He was a solid, steady man who earned the respect of all who knew him. He will have many ‘good works to follow him into eternity” because he was faithful to do what he could for his fellow believers and those he loved and who loved him. The Word of God has many encouragements regarding the hope we have as believers in Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ when they pass on to their reward in Glory. And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them. Revelation 14:13 “But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.” ‘’1 Thessalonians 4:13 Sorrowing for the companionship and fellowship we’ve all had with him is natural and expected…..may it be expressed with tears, memories, appreciation and thankfulness to God for allowing us to experience having him in our lives. He will be missed but not forgotten as we continue to strive to be the kind of person he was for 85 years.
Larry& Deborah Culpepper
Our hearts are saddened with the news of Bro. Lee’s passing. Please know we love y’all and pray that God to give each you what the family needs to sustain you during this sorrowful time.
Donna Brister
Great man.. Our love and regards.. The Olen Brister Family
John h. Fears
Terry, was sorry to hear of your dads passing. May he rest in comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Robie Decker Sanders
Our precious brother will be greatly missed. Bro. Lee always had a smile and something funny to say. He was “grandpa” to many of the younger generation. What a great journey he traveled through life. Blessed beyond measure with a most wonderful wife and wonderful daughters, I simply cannot be saddened that he is in glory now; just saddened for the family and friends he left behind. My deepest sympathies for his sweet wife and his family. It was an honor to know him.
Libby Wiggins
We are so sorry for your loss. Bro. Lee was a great example of a Christian. If was an honor to have known him and his family. May God richly bless each and every one you . We will continue to jeep you in our prayers
Sandra DeMoussett
My heart is saddened for the family of this great warrior for Christ. Ed and I had many wonderful times of fellowship with him and his family . Heaven has received a wonderful And kind soul .
William and Lanette Neffendorf
Our condolences to you and family. May the lord bless and guide you this time of sorrow. Remember that uncle Lee is with the lord. Love y'all teddy and Lanette
Sandra DeMoussett
My heart is saddened for the family of this great warrior of Christ. Ed and I enjoyed many fun filled fellowship with Brother Lee and his family .Heaven has received a precious and kind soul.
Darrell Hulin
Mr. Lee was a good man, neighbor and friend. He and I shared many laughs together and had many discussions about this crazy world. He was a common sense man, and I will miss our interactions. May he rest eternally with our Lord and partake in His glory. Rest in peace, friend.
Darrell Hulin
Mr. Lee was a good man, neighbor and friend. He and I shared many laughs together and had many discussions about this crazy world. He was a common sense man, and I will miss our interactions. May he rest eternally with our Lord and partake in His glory. Rest in peace, friend.
LOIS AND Ray Smith
Uncle Lee's passing was a terrible loss for all those left behind but a wonderful gain for heaven. I have never known a more all around person, serious when need be ,faithful to his Lord, loving to family and friends and never lost his sense of humor to uplift other. We offer our deepest condolences to you Betty, Terri, Mary and the entire family. Grieve and let go, be thankful for all the years we were blessed with his presence, I think he would want it that way !!
Rick and Iris Neffendorf
So sorry to hear about Uncle Lee passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to to Betty, Terry, Mary and families. May god comfort you in this time of your loss. I am sorry we will not be able to make the funeral but know we are still with you in our hearts.
Claudia Trahan DeCuir
Lee Neffendorf was a fine Christian gentleman with utmost honesty and integrity. We worked many year’s at ACME together and in our many conversations we both always walked away with laughter and big smiles. He and his wife Betty were an awesome couple and I know she will miss him terribly. He was very kind and a great friend. Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to his loving family. May he Rest In Peace in God’s loving arms.❤️
Gene Landry
Our prayers are offered to Lee's family. Lee was an excellent DuPont employee and a great friend at work. He helped solve many problems to make everyone more productive. May the family be comforted and may Lee rest in Peace.
Gene Landry
Our prayers are offered to Lee's family. Lee was an excellent DuPont employee and a great friend at work. He helped solve many problems to make everyone more productive. May the family be comforted and may Lee rest in Peace.
Dannita Ford and Family
Our hearts are so saddened at the loss of Bro. "Sunshine". He was a joy to be around and always brought a smile. Praying for you, Sis. Berry and family!!
Clifton Hicks
Wow, I was looking up another friends obituary when I came across Lees. This guy was one of my favortie drivers when I worked for Acme. He was always professional and willing to go the extra mile to take care of the customers. I enjoyed working with him immensely. May God be with you family and strengthen and comfort you as Lee is received back home with our Lord and Saviour, Amen.
David and Heidi Lyons
Bro Neffendorf was truly a great man. We loved him and Sister Neffendorf. We are praying for the family for comfort. He will be missed by all who had the privilege to know him. May our Dear Lord Jesus comfort all of you.