Yvonne Sommers Burrage
Yvonne Sommers Burrage, 80, of Beaumont, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 12, 2024. Born in Miami, Florida, to Marie Vandiver and Clint Sommers on December 22, 1943, Yvonne was a retired elementary school teacher. She was also an author, public speaker, and Bible teacher, conducting classes in churches across Texas, Florida, Arkansas, Virginia, and Tennessee. She was dedicated to serving those affected by addiction, aiming to offer hope and support to struggling families.
Yvonne’s survivors include her beloved husband, Reverend Ralph Burrage of Beaumont, her devoted children, Jason and Josh Burrage, and her loving siblings, Barbara Bearden and Marie Sanders. She is preceded in death by her parents.
Yvonne’s spirit and compassion continue to inspire and impact everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Her life was a testament to the power of laughter, education, and faith.
A memorial service for Mrs. Burrage will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. Her cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont.
Memorial Service
Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
- 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
- February 20, 2024
- 2:00 pm
My life will never be the same again. My number one supporter ,my biggest cheerleader and my most perfect example of Christ’s love for us is gone from this world. I’m releived that you no longer are in pain . That you never again have to struggle with the imperfect physical body that tends to turn on all of us at some point in our lives. Thank you for never giving uP On me .Believing in me when there was no rhyme or reason to do such a thing. Thank for teaching me how to love ,how to forgive ,and how to trust God above all things. As dark and empty as this time feels right now I can still hear and feel the laughter and joy that you have echoed through all of my life. Our journey made me who I am and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I love you and will miss you always . Rest in peace I love you Mom
Mom my life will never be the same again. You were the perfect example of Christ’s love for us. You were in my corner no matter what. Your love for me never wavered. Thank you for believing in me when I couldn’t believe in myself. Thank you for all the laughs . I’m gonna miss you so very much but I’m releived that you are no longer in pain no longer in a struggle with your physical self . I’m so blessed to have had such a wonderful woman of God in my life. I love you
Hello Ralph
Sorry to hear today about Yvonne’s passing.
I know you have great memories of your life
together. She was a wonderful teacher. And the perfect partner to you. Pray to God to comfort you n these difficult times.
Travis and Amelia McKee
Ralph,
There are no words but heaven gained a great shoulder. I have many fond memories. I remember her Laugh was contagious. My parents love her as well. Gateway was a great training ground for us.
Blessings,
Rev. And Mrs. Warren L. Gilpin
As a child growing up she was our babysitter many a time. She was always Aunt Ducky (some nickname from high school lol) and he was always a most wonderful person to be around (except the time we were playing in a sand pile and I threw sand on her and she filled my mouth full of it)! Momma (her sister) was pissed. Fond memories. Vaya con Dios Tía Yvonne
Yvonne was an intelligent truly motivated Christian lady. I was always impressed with her knowledge of the Bible and her willingness to work wherever our church needed her to share her talents.
Ron Ellis & Amber Ellis.
I was sad ro hear of Yvonne’s passing. Remember many youth nights at the Burrage home. It was always a great time with Bible study, games and food! Great memories!
Beth and I are sorry for your great loss but heaven’s gain! Prayers are with you and your family! God Bless.
Such a joy and privilege to just be in the presence of one with such faith, love and positive spirit was uplifting! I count it among life’s great blessings to have known Yvonne, even for a little while. Her laughter was genuine; she could make an audience forget any personal woes, and she loved her God amidst any and all personal issues. She’s with Him now in heaven. May He also be with her family who wait to join her.
Yvonne was a beautiful, talented, fun woman who inspired many She inspired me. . My heart is saddened to hear of her passing.
It’s been a lot of years since I last crossed paths with Yvonne as she and Ralph served our church in Miami Shores. She always had a smile, a word of encouragement, and a story to make you laugh.
Great to hear from you Lane! Thanks for your kind words. We’re all missing her. Give your mom our best. My new pastor and his wife are good friends of Andy and Beth. They served with them in a church in North Carolina.
To gaze at her picture today, was to remember what a LIGHT she was. She also stood by her man in many moves and always found ministry herself. there too.
Carlton Berry,
Macon Ga.
She was indeed a light – her joy & perseverance found a way to reach out to folks in so many cities on their journey together.
Sending love and light 🙌
Thanks so much! Seeing all the love and messages come in these last few days has been amazing. Really shows how much she meant to so many people. It has been a huge comfort to me and our family, reminding us of her impact on so many lives.