Michael Wayne Poole

October 2, 1953 - September 28, 2024

Michael Wayne Poole, 70, of Lumberton, died Saturday, September 28, 2024. He was born on October 2, 1953, to Margaret Ann Turner Poole and Nealy Winson Poole, in Beaumont. Michael was an avid numismatist and member of the International Bank Note Society (IBNS).

Survivors include his wife, Frances Gail Poole; son, John Marcus Poole and his husband, Charles Celestine of Beaumont; and daughter, Ryanne Elizabeth Poole Walker and her husband, Fred Edwin Walker III; stepdaughter, Leslie Joy Downs; and grandson, Chase Ayden Downs, all of Lumberton.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Ronald Charles Poole; and son-in-law, Bryan Inman Downs.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Humane Society of Southeast Texas, 2050 Spindletop Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77705.

A gathering of Mr. Poole’s family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m., with his funeral service at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A burial of his cremated body will be held at Magnolia Cemetery, Beaumont, at a later date.

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Gathering of Family and Friends

Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
  • 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
  • October 2, 2024
  • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Memorial Service

Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
  • 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
  • October 2, 2024
  • 2:00 pm

Comments (5)

    Gale SACHITANO Nelson says:

    Prayers for family , high school friend , such a sweet great guy , I know you will be missed , Gale SACHITANO

    Robert Earl Sterling Jr says:

    Mike was one of my first childhood friends, we lived two houses apart from each other. I have many wonderful memories of our mischievous. He had a brilliant inquisitive mind even back then, which made our childhood so much fun! I will miss him like a brother. Praying for comfort and healing for his family and friends. Rest in eternal peace old friend.
    Robert E Sterling Jr.

    Terry G Hackney says:

    RIP my friend and long time workmate. Every time I go to Tyrrell Park and see your exhibit, I thought of all of your incredible gifts. You will be missed!

    Jan & Andrew Droptini says:

    To Mike’s family, we are sad to hear of Mike’s passing. You are all in our prayers. Neighborhood friend, high school classmate and all around great guy. Loved talking with you and bringing back memories from the old days. You handled your health struggles with an attitude that reflected how we really knew you – with comical frustration. Will miss you, Mike.
    Love, Jan & Andrew

    Susan Conrad Jarrell says:

    Such a sweet guy! I enjoyed seeing his FB posts throughout the years and admired his strength. French High lost another wonderful classmate.

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