Robert Wayne Williford
February 22, 1948 - October 14, 2024
Robert Wayne Williford, 76, of Kountze, died Monday, October 14, 2024. He was born on February 22, 1948, to Freddie Junius Alford Williford and Robert Lee Williford.
Survivors include his wife of fifty-three years, Beverly Williford; children, Casey Freeman and her husband, Jeff, and Cody Williford and his wife, Tiffany, all of Kountze; grandchildren, Greg Freeman and his wife, Raeleigh, of Kountze; Ross Freeman and his wife, Karly, of Godley; Avery Williford; and Cade Williford, both from Kountze; great-grandchildren, Myles Freeman; and Westyn Freeman; siblings, Nancy Anders and her husband, Gerald; Benny Williford, all of Kountze; and Kathy Crone Cade and her husband, Randall, of Wildwood.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Freddie and Robert Williford.
Mr. Williford worked as a Process Operator at Exxon Mobil for thirty-one years.
A gathering of Mr. Williford’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 17, 2024, at First Baptist Church, 100 W Monroe St, Kountze. His funeral service will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 18, 2024, at First Baptist Church, with his interment to follow at Old Hardin Cemetery, Kountze.
Wayne was a lifelong cowboy that found great pleasure in watching his kids & grandkids participate in rodeo. He was a devoted father and husband. He was a longtime member of the Southeast Texas Independent Cattlemen’s Association. He loved God with an unwavering faith.
In lieu of flowers the family request Memorial Donations be made to the Southeast Texas Independent Cattlemen’s Upperclassman Memorial Scholarship Fund. Checks can be made to SETICA and note Williford memorial on check. SETICA P O Box 146 Hamshire, Texas 77622
Video
Download Program
Gathering of Family and Friends
First Baptist Church-Kountze
- 100, West Monroe Street, Kountze, Texas, 77625,
- October 17, 2024
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Funeral Service
First Baptist Church-Kountze
- 100, West Monroe Street, Kountze, Texas, 77625,
- October 18, 2024
- 2:00 pm
Interment
Old Hardin Cemetery
- Old Cemetery Road, Texas, 77625,
- October 18, 2024
…I wish I had the words that could comfort you with Wayne’s passing, but I know the tears of sorrow you are shedding will be replaced with tears of joy when you you see him again…the world was better place with Wayne in it…..and now Heaven is a better place, as he waits for you with tears of joy in his eyes…..he will be missed by all that knew him. Our sincere condolences.
Ricky and Lanette Tate
I was oh so saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. Watching the memory video touched me deeply witnessing Beverly and Wayne through the years. Such love of family and faith…my deepest sympathy on your loss. Wayne will be sorely missed.
I’m very sorry to hear about Mr Wayne’s passing. I just talked to Mr Benny this morning and found out. Casey and Cody and Mrs Beverly you and all of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sorry to hear about Wayne passing. He always had something positive to say and I miss his funny stories. Enjoyed our time working at ICA events. He will be greatly missed. RIP
May God bless and comfort Wayne’s family in their time of grief and pain. Rest with the angels.. I’ll see you over there.
Miss Beverly and Family, Richard and I are sending our thoughts and prayers. Mr. Wayne, always had a loving spirit, when u were talking to him , he Loved his family and the Lord. God Bless each one.
Cody,
My condolences for the passing of your Dad. You and your family are in our prayers. God Bless.
Tre’ & Janette Peacock
Wayne was such a great gentleman. He cherished his wife, family, and life itself. He will be greatly missed but his memories will always be there
My prayers and thoughts are with Beverly and family.
Love
Mary Fears
I’m sorry to hear about this loss for the family. Thoughts and prayers for you all as you try to process and move forward.
Bev, my heart was so saddened hearing of the passing of Wayne. He certainly was a good man. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers 🙏. My love is with y’all
I am saddened in one way yet know where Wayne is. What a welcome he must have enjoyed when he arrived in heaven. And we’ll deserved. I have known Wayne all my life. He was a stellar citizen who has carved a remarkable legacy. Prayers for his family and friends. It’s not good bye. It’s see you again.
Beverly and family,
I was saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Hold tight to your memories and he will always be with you. Love you.
Beverly so sorry for your loss he will be missed by many people and at many events he was so involved in my thoughts are with you and his family
I remember on several occasions Wayne and Beverly checking on my sister and I after our mother passed away years ago. When our dad passed away in 2023, they were at the funeral, he came up to me and said your dad would be so proud of you. Those words meant the world to me. Praying for peace and comfort for all the family, rest in peace Wayne.
Wayne, such a special man. He told great stories every time I saw him. He made sure to let me know that he loved me and was proud of me. His gentle spirit was like a warm hug. He will be missed dearly.
Tom and I were so fortunate that Wayne married Tom’s cousin, Beverly, and we’ve had the opportunity to enjoy so many fun trips and visits with them over the years. Never a dull moment with Wayne around. He will be sorely missed by so many family members and friends. He’s been the guiding light for his family and friends and a true mentor to so many. Rest in Peace! You’ve done an outstanding job here, and we know you’re watching over all of us and we can’t wait to see you again. Love to your sweet family from Beverly’s favorite cousin, Tom.
Beverly and Family,
Donna and I were saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. Wayne was a good friend and a brother in the LORD. Wayne was always a joy and blessing to be around. I know he is before the throne of our Lord Jesus praising Him for His great sacrifice.
I will look forward to the day we both meet again in our eternal home of heaven.
Wayne will be truly missed.
Beverly and family, Donna and I will be praying for Jesus to wrap His arms around you and comfort your hurting heart.
GodBless you all,
With love, Donna and David
I can’t say enough good things about this great man. He was an inspiration and mentor to so many people in our community. He will be greatly missed. I pray that we can all find peace and healing knowing that Wayne is in Heaven, the place that he has always aspired to be. Prayers for the Williford family.
We will miss Wayne so much. He was our friend and our class clown and our true cowboy. You know he is with God. He’s probably trying to find David to see what mischief they can stir up. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his classmates and he loved the Lord. Rest in peace my dear friend.
Beverly, we were so sad to hear of Wayne’s death. Just found out today. To the Williford family: grew up with most of you and know that all are hurting. May God bless all. Carol and I offer prayer on your behalf.