Mary Beth Harris

Mary Beth Askew Harris, 77, of Nederland, died Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at Harbor Hospice, Beaumont. She was born May 3, 1942, in Center, to Opal Schillings Askew and Buford Askew.

Her greatest joy in life was being a grandma. She loved her grandchildren and absolutely adored her great-granddaughter. She enjoyed attending all of her grandchildren’s events and activities.

Survivors include her daughter, Shelba Laird and her husband, Pat, of Nederland; son, Eddie Lynn Harris, Jr., of Port Neches; grandchildren, Rebecca Gutierrez, of Nederland; Cody Laird and his wife, Britni, of Nederland; and Colin Harris, of Lumberton; great-granddaughter, Skylar Gutierrez; brother, Jackie Askew and his wife, Betty, of Vidor; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Opal and B.B. Askew; and brother, Jerry Askew.

A gathering of Ms. Harris’ family and friends will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by her memorial service at 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 20, 2019, at First United Methodist Church, Nederland. Her committal will be held at Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 505 North 12th Street, Nederland.

Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 104 North 13th Street, Nederland, Texas 77627.