Rose Marie Baker Crenshaw
Rose Marie Baker Crenshaw, 91, of Beaumont, died Wednesday, November 19, 2025. She was born May 18, 1934, to Evina Simoneaux Baker and John Baker in Buelah, Louisiana.
Rose was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and aunt, who cherished her family. Her joys in life included traveling, shopping, antiquing, finding collectables, and family reunions. She was an active member of the church Altar Society and The Lone Star Red Hat Society.
Survivors include her husband of sixty-nine years, James Cleo Crenshaw, Sr.; children, James Cleo Crenshaw, Jr. and his spouse, Jeannie, of Beaumont; Timothy Lynn Crenshaw of Coldspring; Dr. Joani Crenshaw-Goss and her spouse, Sam, of Lacassine, Louisiana; Tammy Ann Hale of Porter, Texas; brother, Tommy Lynn Baker and his spouse, Brenda, of Beaumont; grandchildren, Patrick Richard Hale II, Joshua James Hale, Brittany Ann Hale, Ashley Goss-McCoy, Derek Goss, Chad Goss, Taylor James Goss, and Heather Goss- Vidrine.
She is preceded in death by her parents; in-laws, Abe and Otha Lee Crenshaw; siblings, Gilford and Doris Baker, Gussy and George Robins, Allen Baker, Helen Sibert, Joseph Baker; and many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
A gathering of Mrs. Crenshaw’s family and friends will be from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., with a Rosary recited at 5:00 p.m., Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 24, 2025, at St. Anne Catholic Church, 2715 Calder Avenue, Beaumont. Her entombment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont.
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Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
- 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
- November 23, 2025
- 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Rosary
Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
- 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
- November 23, 2025
- 5:00 pm
Mass of Christian Burial
St. Anne Catholic Church
- 2715, Calder Ave, Beaumont, TX, 77702,
- November 24, 2025
- 10:00 am
Entombment
Forest Lawn Memorial Park
- 4955, Pine St, Beaumont, TX, 77703,
Deepest condolences to her entire family especially Mr Cleo. I’ve known Ms Rose for many years and she was she a beautiful woman inside and out and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her🙏🏻
Joani, so sorry to see that your mother has passed away. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Hoping you all are all well. I enjoyed the tribute. Peace be with you.
Dear Crenshaw family, please accept my condolences for the loss of your mother. She always made me feel welcome at your house many years ago. I enjoyed all the family photos and seeing your familiar faces again. God bless you as you grieve.
Lisa Huckaby Anderson
To say that Rose Crenshaw “never met a stranger” feels like an understatement; to Rose, a stranger was simply a friend she hadn’t fed yet. Her spirit was defined by an open door and an even more open heart.
Growing up around the Crenshaw home, I quickly learned that being a friend of her children meant being considered family. There was no standing on ceremony and no need to knock. nowhere was this more evident than in her kitchen.
I have the fondest memories of our legendary “Second Thanksgivings.” Long after the official meal was over and the house had quieted down, her son Tim, our friend Steve Copeland, and I would sneak back into the kitchen. We would stage a late-night raid on Rose’s refrigerator, piling up leftovers and laughing in the dim light. Rose never scolded us for the intrusion; in fact, you got the feeling that she stocked the fridge specifically knowing we would be there.
She created a space where we felt safe, seen, and welcome. Rose didn’t just host us; she mothered us with warmth and generosity. She will be deeply missed, but I know her table in heaven is already set, and the door is wide open.
When I think of Cousin Rose I see her bright smile, that twinkle in her eyes, and her kind and loving ways. Alway positive and ready to laugh I will treasure the times we spent together. To her Husband Cleo and children Tammy, Joani, Tim and Jim and all her Grandchildren I know this is a huge loss and I hope that knowing how much her bright light touched us is of small comfort to you. Much Love to you all.
I will remember my 1st cousin Rose more like my Aunt since my Mother Aunt Jean was just only a few years old than she. There were many visits with her & Cleo & their children my 2nd cousins when we were young & close in age. I’ll cherish those memories & hold her in my heart forever. Rest in peace cussin’ Rose as Daddy (John) would call her. All my love
My heart aches to know that Rose is no longer with us. We had such good times together.
Peace be with you.