Thomas Chapman Swope, Jr.
Thomas Chapman Swope, Jr., of Beaumont, died Monday, December 11, 2023. He was born February 13, 1946, in Beaumont, to Tom Swope, Sr., and Aileen Hill Swope.
He attended Kemper Military School where he was company commander and quarterback on the football team. He graduated from TCU as “Distinguished Military Graduate” and was a decorated Vietnam veteran.
He worked with his family operating Swope Summer School in Hawaii, Swope Teenage Tours, and Swope Travel Agency. He opened Cody’s Restaurant in 1976.Tom was a true Texas historian and very proud of his descendants who fought at the battle of San Jacinto against Santa Anna’s army, and those who fought in the Civil War in the regiment known as Terry’s Texas Rangers.
He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Barbara Caraway.
Tom is survived by his wife, Veronica Swope; son, Tom III and his wife, Margaret Swope, together with their four children, Natalie, Chapman, Abigail, and Catherine; son, Grant and his wife, Canice Swope, together with their two sons, Will and David; and son, Matthew and his wife, Kerri Swope; brother, Richard Swope and his wife, Kathleen; and brother-in-law, Jim Caraway.
Mr. Swope’s cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.
Numerous fond memories of our friendship as we grew up together. My condolences to Veronica and the family. Tommy will certainly be missed by all. David Bissell
Veronica, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Tommy. What wonderful, fun memories I have from back in the day….Tommy was one of the sweetest guys of all of our friends.
My deepest sympathy to you, your boys, and all of the family.. With much love, Betty
Our condolences to the Swope family. Our family grew up with their family and had many great times together Hawaii, Smithville, and many other places. Tommy will be missed.
With warmest regards, Fred Duncan
I am so sorry for your loss. Lots of good memories
Sorry for your loss.
For all the Swope family: Praying for the loss of Mr. Swope. Did not know him well but Christmas time is especially hard to lose a loved one.
Tom and family,
The BSTR committee sends their heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your Dad. Prayers of comfort for each of you.
With love and sincere sympathy to Veronica, and the Swope family. Hope he’s dancing with Tutu !
Tom and Julie
I am saddened to learn of cousin Tommy’s death so suddenly. We had a nice visit several months ago and he seemed healthy and fit. I enjoyed the Swope Family hospitality each summer I travelled from Smithville to Beaumont to spend a couple of weeks with my city cousins. Great memories over the years with Swope Travel and Heritage Tours. Our prayers are with Veronica and the boys and their families and cousin Dick and Kathleen. God bless you all in this time of sorrow. Yerger Hill
Extending heartfelt sympathies and condolences. Loss is difficult, may you experience God’s peace and comfort. I never have gotten over my own daddy’s passing. A good father is such a gift, and Mr. Swope, Sr. appears to have been just that!
Warmest regards,
Rebecca