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Teddie Jordan

Diane called this morning to tell us that Beau passed away peacefully. As all of us, we were pleased that he passed away quietly and easily at home.. And I'll bet that his kitty-love, Little Miss, was snuggled up on his chest.

Diane had mentioned his and her desire to have a celebration of life up there, when I visited them several weeks ago. 

I told her that several of us guys would come up a day or two before the celebration and help get it set up, and anything else she needs done. Then come back a day or two after the gathering  to help clean up and put everything back in place. 

Scotty Croom

i was awoken early this morrning when my watch stopped, stem came loose and i found out it was about 5am...i know beau woke me on his way to heaven....words cannot discribe my sorrow to lose my friend since oak forest elem....,vet of vietnam and love of pets...plan to be in houston around 17th.hope i can make it to planned events...sharon and send our love to the whole family....

Bernd Joachim Tonat

Bernd Joachim Tonat

Jimmie Lee Smith (Brawner)

Jimmie Lee Smith (Brawner)

There will be a reception at the church following Beau's memorial service

Pat Brantley (Ross)

Thank you Jimmie Lee.  We will be there.

Kay Watters '65 (Greene)

Loved our Jackie, but I think Beau was the conservationsist.  

Pat Brantley (Ross)

Kay, I would say Beau was our Leon Hale.  He always brought us back to the touchstone.  It is a gift to be able to tell stories that have morals in them while entertaining the audience.  Whether he was writing about his pets or his battle for life he got his point across with humor and dignity.  

Kay Watters '65 (Greene)

Correction: conversationist, Pat true story

Ronna Brand

Jimmie, do you know if Oaks Presbyterian needs folks to bring food or whatever for the reception.  I would be happy to do that.  Thanks, Ronna

Jimmie Lee Smith (Brawner)

Ronna, as active as Diane and Beau were in that church through the years, I imagine members are providing food.  If not, since one of Beau's sons has a restaurant, possibly he's catering.  I will ask Diane and post her answer.

Jimmie Lee Smith (Brawner)

Diane Wann said the church is providing some food and so is Beau's son.  If she sees they need anything, she'll let me know.

Teddie Jordan

I was raised in Oaks Presbyterian church, and Francine and I were married there by our Dear friend Reverend Hudson McNair in 1966. The church was founded in Oak Forest in the early 50's. We originally met in the Fire Station on 34th toward Shepherd. Then moved to Oak Forest Elementary , before growing to a size that would support the building of our first Building, which is now the Payne reception Hall. My mom was employed as the Church secretary from the mid 50's until about '65. And my dad was an Elder and on the session board in the early years.
 

And Mama's  grandfather was an early Presbyterian minister in the late 1800's  sent down here to recruit and teach the Gospel to our early settlers ( William Malcomb Conoley)

Interestingly my dad's great grandfather was also sent to Texas in the late 1800's as a Baptist minister to preach the gospel and recruit members! William Martin Jordan. 

 

Ronna Brand

Thanks, Jimmie!!!

Steve Puckett '65

Speaking of Oaks Presbyterian, our kindergarten class met at a church which was, I *think*, Oaks Presbyterian.  We met there because Oak Forest Elementary was overflowing.  The teacher was Ms Kuykendahl which I thought was Miss Curtain Doll.  I know I went to summer bible camps there and some Sunday services though we usually went to St Matthews.  I now live in the Virginia mountains and have a close neighbor & friend who is a Presbyterian minister who retired from the Houston area.  He spent some time at Oaks.

Jimmie Lee Smith (Brawner)

Diane Wann called to say you can find Beau's obituary in several places:

Pat H. Foley Funeral Directors - Recent Obituaries (lots of photos included)

BRENHAM BANNER PRESS

LEADER - tomorrow and Thursday

HOUSTON CHRONICLE - not sure day it will be in print

Johnny Sheffield will be posting later in the week to get a count of those who will be attending the gathering On The Hill March 19.

Susan Howard (Bowman)

Patricia Williamson (Williams)

When I was in the second grade, we moved from Saint Paul Minnesota to Houston Texas. My dad was with the Hormel meat company and was transferred here. Our first home was a rent house on Chantilly about a block from Oaks Presbyterian Church. I remember asking my parents to let me go to Sunday school until they relented and I went and they eventually join the church. Hudson McNair what is the minister at the time. I sang in the church choir through high school and in my junior year I went as a delegate for the gulf coast presbytery to a Worldwide Christian conference at Purdue university. I remember riding the train from here to Lafayette Indiana and spending time sleeping and reading in the Pullman car. I attended the University of Houston and lived at home with my parents on Viking Drive until I was a sophomore. Then I moved to the dormitory at U of H where I met my husband Ernie. We were married in Oaks Presbyterian Church on November 29, 1968. I have so many fond memories of Oaks Presbyterian Church. My husband Ernie passed in 2013, but as I attend Beau's memorial service, I'm sure many of these memories will come flooding back. I look forward to seeing all of you. 

Johnny Sheffield

A celebration of beau's life with a party on the hill.

When: Saturday March 19th 

time: 12 noon till 5pm

location: 4040 Marshall lane chappell hill Texas 

Food to be catered by Kevin Wann and family 

water and tea to be provided 

bring your on beer 

we ask if you plan on attending , 

to bring your favorite potato salad , beans are dessert.
 

please rsvp by Wednesday March 16th if 

you plan on attending. This will enable us to have plenty of food. 
 

rsvp: to Johnny Sheffield by text 979-203-7209

Or e mail johnnysheffield46@gmail.com

look forward to seeing you all.

Johnny

Scotty Croom

sharon and i plan to attend on march 19th...will visit my mother in georgetown in am,so may arrive in early pm....

Kay Watters '65 (Greene)

I want to attend, Diane, thank you for all of the pictures, tells me of your lives together, special couple.

Johnny Sheffield

Everything is looking good for Saturday's celebration 

Of beau's life. Looks like we will have 60 to 70 folks there 

for the party. If you have not rsvp as of yet, please do so, 

or just show up. We will have plenty of food and drinks  

see you all Saturday 

johnny

Johnny Sheffield

What a beautiful day for the celebration of beau's life.

I want to thank all the waltrip alumni and Diane and beau's family

And friends for there contribution of food and drinks. Also, like to thank

Kevin and billy for the preparation of the meat. All the food and desserts 

we're delicious. I believe we had 60 to 70 folks that showed up to support Diane 

On a wonderful party in remembrance of beau. 
thanks to all 

johnny

Kay Watters '65 (Greene)

A beautiful Beau's party, given to abide Beau's wishes.  Diane and his son's showed such love and care for his party wishes.  It was a beautiful day, and the food, you couldn't ask for more....there was so much, his HS partner's showed up,   I met one of his long-time telephone workers, biker, and loyal friend.  It was a most beautiful day, I enjoyed talking with so many, but most of all, I was there for Beau and Diane and their family, thank you so much for honoring your father.  I can only imagine if Beau could view us all, enjoying his place he built for all of us.