Luther Lee Childress
Luther Lee Childress, 90, of Beaumont, died Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Harbor Hospice, Beaumont. He was born on December 24, 1933, to Lou Ida Sheffield Childress and Bill Childress, in Port Arthur. Luther loved golf, fishing, hunting, and the Texas Longhorns.
He worked for Gulf Oil which became Chevron and retired as a contract administrator after 30 years of service. Luther was very proud of the fact that he was retired longer than he worked.
Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Rochelle Childress; son, Clint Childress and his wife, Angela, of Houston; daughter, Allison Cheatham and her husband, C.J., of Crystal Beach; grandchildren, Michael Childress and his wife, Kerri and Clay Childress and his wife, Courtney, all of Houston; Brett Childress and his wife, Seneca, of Georgetown; Sam Childress of Houston; Mallory Mowery and her husband, Cahal, of Chicago; and Sarah Gutierrez and her husband, Adam, of San Marcos; and great-grandchildren, Colton Childress, Beau Childress, Brody Childress, and Lucy Mowery.
He is preceded in death by his son, Dan Childress; parents; and brother, W.A. Childress.
A gathering of Mr. Childress’ family and friends will begin at 10:00 a.m., with his Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 9, 2024, at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 6825 Gladys Avenue, Beaumont. His cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 632008 Houston, Texas 77263 donate online or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105. https://www.stjude.org/
Video
Gathering of Family and Friends
St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church
- 6825, Gladys Ave, Beaumont, TX, 77706,
- February 9, 2024
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Funeral Mass
St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church
- 6825, Gladys Ave, Beaumont, TX, 77706,
- February 9, 2024
- 11:00 am
Luther Lee was my Mom’s first cousin. We hadn’t lived close by since I was about 10 so and I grew up hearing news about him & his family from my Mom, Laura, & my grandmother Belle. A few years ago, my husband Robert & I went to a family reunion in Woodville and I got to catch up with relatives I hadn’t seen in many years. We had a chance to visit with Luther Lee & Rochelle, it was great to see them both! I found Luther Lee to be warm, welcoming, friendly and just a very sweet man … he hadn’t changed a bit! Luther Lee was loved and cherished by his friends & family and will be greatly missed. Sending prayers of peace and comfort to you all. 🙏🏻💕
So sorry to hear of Luther’s passing. He was a good man. Luther was always quick with a smile, a wave, hand shake, he was old school. May God bless Luther’s soul and shine his grace upon your family. Mark
Rochelle, Clint, and Allison, our thoughts and prayers are with y’all during this time. I have such wonderful memories spending our childhood together and your mom and dad always ready to play and fish at the Country House.
May your memories of Luther Lee, your dad, bring you joy and peace.
Luther and Rochelle have been close friends of Charlotte and I. Spent many days visiting when we came to Beaumont. Played many rounds of golf with Luther. Went fishing , parties, just great friends. Luther will be missed by many , including me . So sorry, see you Friday Rochelle.
Luther , RIP my friend
Rochell, so sorry to hear of Luther’s passing. My prayers are with you. Take care of yourself.
Luther was such a kind, nice man! He and Rochelle were always VERY kind neighbors! We also went to St.Jude together. He will be truly missed!God Bless you, Luther
I was so lucky to be neighbors with Rochelle and Luther for 35 years. Luther was always for a little help when I needed it the yard or moving a pot plant. Such a good man. God Bless the family at this time. Joyce Lowrey
I’m sorry to hear of Luther’s passing he was a special man. Maybe him and Bill can play some golf together.
I Love You Dad,
You were the Best Father that anyone could ask for. I Love all of your hobbies, Golf, Hunting, Fishing & the Texas Longhorns. Thank You for raising me the Right Way.
I will always Love You,
Clint & Angela
Rochelle, Iam so sorry. I know exactly what you are going through>May God be with you and your family at this difficult time. God bless you all and may he rest in peace. He’s in a much better place. Maybe he & Bill meet up and become friends just as we are. Barbara Kunetka