Richard “Rick” Thad McKinnis

Richard “Rick” Thad McKinnis of Lumberton passed away on April 3, 2025, at home surrounded by his loving family. Rick was born on February 23, 1955, at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, to Donald and Sandy McKinnis.

Rick served in the Navy during the Vietnam War and later worked in the Oil Field Industry here in the Gulf and Overseas for Western Oceanic. He worked as a machinist before his retirement. Rick was an avid hunter and loved the outdoors especially spending time at his farm in Colmesneil. His family was everything to him and was of Christian Faith.

Survivors include his wife, Laura McKinnis of Lumberton; daughter, Cayce Lipford (Scott) of Danville, Virginia; stepson, Ricky Meza of Beaumont; brother, Roy McKinnis (Julia) of Danville, Virginia; two grandchildren, Colby and Carter Lipford of Danville, Virginia; brother-in-law and sister-and-law, Howard and Linda Duvall of Beaumont; four nephews, Taylor McKinnis (Evelyn), Dallen McKinnis (Victoria), John McKinnis (Allyson Gilmour), and Jimmy Duvall (Lori); one niece, Kim Outlaw (Michael); and six great-nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his loving cat, Miss Kitty. He was preceded in death by his mother and father.

The family would like to thank Three Oakes Hospice and especially Kelsee Davis who took wonderful care of him over the last several months.

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

Mr. McKinnis’ cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.

A private service will be held at a later date.