William “Ford” Dishman

September 27, 1982 - January 15, 2025

William Ford Dishman, 42, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and friends on January 15, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. He was born September 27, 1982, to Bill and Lisa Dishman.

Ford was a lifelong resident of Beaumont and graduated from West Brook High School in 2001. He went on to study Environmental Science at Texas A&M University and furthered his educational path at Texas A&M Law School in Fort Worth. Upon graduation, he opened the Law Offices of Ford Dishman in Beaumont where he enjoyed practicing many facets of the law.

Ford was a beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend.  His legacy will forever be defined by his loyalty to family and friends, love of a good time, being a fighting Texas Aggie, and dedication to the law. Ford will be deeply missed and remembered always.

Survivors include his parents, Bill and Lisa Dishman; sister and brother-in-law, Erin and Al Silva; niece, Stella Silva; nephews, Adam and Sam Silva; grandmother, Marcy Ford; aunts and uncles, Leslie Ford, Bryan and Cici Dishman, Blain and Jeannie Dishman, Kelly Dishman and Gunter Heydman, and Lee Ann and Tom Braley; along with so many well-loved cousins and friends near and far.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations in Ford’s memory to CASA of Southeast Texas, 2449 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77702 or The Humane Society of Southeast Texas, 2050 Spindletop Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77705 or www.humanesocietyofsoutheasttexas.org. CASA is the Court Appointed Special Advocates for children. They are a nonprofit service organization that trains volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children. Ford worked closely with this organization in an effort to lift children up to better their lives and futures. The Humane Society of Southeast Texas is also close to Ford’s heart. He rescued his two sidekicks, Whiskey and Charlie, whom he loved more than ever. He would be grateful for other animals to be loved as much as they were.

A gathering of Mr. Dishman’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont. His funeral service will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Broussard’s.

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Gathering of Family and Friends

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  • January 22, 2025
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  • January 23, 2025
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Comments (44)

    Tootie Schroeder Trahan says:

    Bill and Lisa I am so saddened to hear of Fords passing. Love and prayers for you and your family.

    Jill Korry Mitchell says:

    Bill, Lisa & Erin,

    I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ford. My heart goes out to you and your family during this incredibly difficult time. Ford was such a kind and remarkable person, and his presence will surely be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

    sharyn blanchard says:

    sure wish i could hug your neck tonight

    Jayme (Broussard) Toeppich says:

    Lisa, please accept my sincere condolences! Praying for your strength.

    Johnnie Henderson says:

    To Fords Family:
    I love you all so much and Ford made this world a better place.
    His kindness and love will be missed.
    What a wonderful gift he was .
    I hope to see you soon…but I am with you heart and soul. Love always.

    Cody Wilson says:

    Mr. and Mrs. Dishman, and family – I am truly saddened by hearing of Ford’s passing. He truly was a special person, full of life and always fun to be around. You are all in my prayers for peace and comfort through your loss. I am unable to make it to Beaumont for the services due to the weather, but please know that you are on my heart and in my prayers!

    Joel Vazquez says:

    Very sorry to hear about Ford. Fine, fine young man. We will all miss him. Many prayers for the family.

    Gina Sicking says:

    Your son sounds like a wonderful man, and leaves a great legacy of good works. I am so sorry for yours and others loss. Praying for comfort, peace ,& good memories to replace the pain in time.
    Gina Sicking

    Ruth Snider says:

    Lisa, prayers for you and your family at this difficult time

    Debbie Mobley says:

    Bill and Lisa,
    Our hearts hurt with you. Please know you and your family are in our prayers Ford is very loved and will be missed. May God fill your hearts with memories and both God’s love and ours.
    Debbie and Richard Mobley

    Matthew Doubt says:

    I was never more than an acquaintance of Ford’s, but I could instantly acknowledge his magnanimity. Wherever he was, he would draw in a crowd. His personality, his dynamism, he had everyone hanging on his every word. I was fortunate enough to witness this on several occasions. He will be missed and his lack of presence felt.

    Harold wiggins says:

    Just saw the news Bill, so sorry for your loss prayers sent your way for your family.

    Patricia Furby says:

    Lisa my deepest sorrow to you & family. May God hold you close & ease your pain. Patricia

    Alicia Hall says:

    Ford was an amazing colleague. Always kind, funny, and willing to listen to a problem or help others when needed. He was a strong advocate for his clients but always a gentleman. I will miss him deeply. Prayers for peace and comfort for your family.

    Sharna Arthur says:

    Dear Bill n family,
    Praying for you all. Cheryl Christopher wrote the best book after losing 2 sons n grandson. “Grief”. When you feel like reading It’s an awesome book that helps heal your pain..
    Love ya
    Sharna Harrell

    Elizabeth Bell says:

    RIP William 🙏🙏

    Jean Hillin says:

    Bill and Lisa I am thinking of you during this
    diffucult time My prayers are with you 🙏❤️

    Lori Alter says:

    Lisa and Bill, I am so sorry to hear this news. Please know we are thinking of you and sending big hugs. May his name forever be a blessing.

    Melissa L Hengst says:

    To The Dishman Family and Aunt Leslie, I have never met Ford but feel like i knew him well working with Aunt Leslie. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

    Cathy Cross says:

    My condolences to the Dishman family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Kristen Lynn Patterson says:

    Bill, Lisa and Erin: The Patterson family in Fort Worth are so deeply sorry for your loss. Know for certain that our hearts ache for you and your family during this unimaginable sorrow. May Ford’s soul rest in peace and may you all find consolation from the love of God, family and friends.
    Kristen and John Patterson
    Sons John, Ray and George.

    Sandy and Bill Griffin says:

    Bill and Lisa, We are praying for you and your family. We always enjoyed visiting with Ford at the Christmas party it seemed like we picked up right where we left off the year before.
    Our hearts are broken for you and your family. So sorry for your loss .

    Rette Browning says:

    Lisa…..you and Bill are in my thoughts, i am so sorry to hear this. Wishing you all great strength and love
    Rette

    Al and Sharon Silva says:

    Bill, Lisa and family
    We grieve of his loss and will greatly miss him and his fun spirited way.
    We love you all

    Christine and Robert Voan says:

    I just met Ford at your Christmas party. What a sweet, welcoming young man he was. We are truly sorry for your loss. Sending love, prayers and support to family.
    May your memories give you comfort and may you find peace knowing he is in the arms of our Lord.

    Patrick Keegan says:

    So sad to hear this. I was fortunate enough to have Ford as a fraternity brother. What I remember most about Ford is that he was a kind and thoughtful person all the way through. He never said no when someone asked for his help. Everything was better when he was around. I’ll miss him

    Laura Jordan says:

    Ford you were such a big part of many of my memories from middle school and high school and beyond. You were a little brother to all of us. I spent so many hours hanging out at y’all’s house because it was such a welcome place to be. You may have driven us crazy some (or most) of the time, but I know that you were always making us laugh. I will always remember those times. Erin, Lisa, and Mr. Bill, there are no words that would possibly ease your pain right now except knowing how loved Ford was. You raised an amazing son who impacted many lives in big and small ways. I hope you find peace in that.

    Cornelus Doornbos says:

    My condolences go out to the Dishman familu. Rest in peace Ford.

    Josh Chadney says:

    So sad to hear. I played soccer and football with Ford at Westbrook. He was always a blast to hang around, and always had a great time. Some of my fondest memories are hanging out with Ford and others riding around in his white van. The stories that van could tell… Great memories. He will be missed.

    Kristen Fuller says:

    I was deeply saddened to learn of Fords passing. He was always so kind and had something funny to say with a big smile.
    Just one of the best people! My prayers are with the Dishman family and extended family and friends. May his memory bring you peace

    Sheila and Doug Sikes says:

    Lisa and Bill,

    Doug and I would like to express our sincere thoughts about the loss of your son Ford. It was so nice to see and talk with Ford at your Christmas party. He seemed to be in good spirits, and that is why his passing comes as such a shock. Ford’s conscientious efforts in representing his clients made him an exceptional attorney. Our prayers are with you and Bill. Sheila and Doug Sikes

    Dean Brinkley says:

    Heartbreaking news. Ford was a great guy. I always enjoyed seeing him at the courthouse. Always friendly. Always interesting. Prayers and condolences for his family.

    Pam Shelander says:

    I am heartbroken for everyone who loved Ford. I’m especially heartbroken for his family. He was always kind and polite when I encountered him, and he was a true friend to our son. May God wrap Ford’s loved ones in His arms, and give them comfort and peace.

    Sandra Womack says:

    I am saddened to read this. I was involved in a case and he was the opposing attorney. Such a nice guy even though we were on opposite sides. Prayers are with the family.

    Alison Stevens says:

    Ford was such a wonderful person!! I will always remember him as someone with such a kind soul, always had a smile on his face, and so fun to be around…it is hard to believe this news. He is so greatly missed!!

    Jennifer Devillier says:

    Bill and Lisa,
    I’m so very sorry to hear about Ford. I didn’t know him well but know he was loved by many mutual friends. I will keep the Dishman family in my thoughts and prayers.

    Mindy and Jay Eisen says:

    Lisa and Bill,
    We were shocked and so very sad to learn of Ford’s passing. We enjoyed the teenage Ford when we attended school with Abby. Our hearts are really broken for you. Bill – I know we visited about one year ago when you were in San Antonio. Jay and I both our condolences and big hugs to you and yours.

    Beth Benoit says:

    Lisa and Bill. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.

    Rhonda Kay Sandford says:

    Bill and Lisa, I have no words for the pain you both are feeling… please know I love you both and I’m keeping you in my prayers. My heart aches for both of you and your family. Love all my cousins and wish I was right there in Beaumont! God bless you both and may you feel His loving arms around you. Love, Rhonda Kay

    Christine Brown-Zeto says:

    I am so sorry to hear of Ford’s passing. He was always such a kind person. He represented his clients with much dignity and respect. Prayers for his family.

    Joan Henley says:

    So sorry to hear of Ford’s passing. I remember him being fun, kind and good hearted. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
    Joan and Bruce Henley

    Brandon Lange says:

    Ford was one of the kindest, most lighthearted people I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. I’ll always remember him as a great friend and an outstanding teammate during our time playing football together at West Brook. My heartfelt condolences go out to Bill and Linda. I’m keeping the entire Dishman family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

    Steve & Rhonda Ducote says:

    He is in God’s hands . We have him and the family in our prayers.

    Jenni Marino says:

    Lisa, I am so sorry to hear of Ford’s passing. I am praying for you and your family.

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