“Watt” Ford, Jr.
“Watt” Ford, Jr., 93, of Beaumont, died Monday, April 23, 2018. He was born September 22, 1924, in Beaumont, to Thelma Stapleton Ford and Gaylord Watkins, Ford, Sr.
Survivors include his wife, Pat Ford, of Beaumont; son, Watt Ford and his wife, Jennifer, of Beaumont; daughters, Catharine Sonnenberg and her husband, John, of Austin; Ann Shorts and her husband, Will, of Fannett; Patricia Nantz and her husband, Bobby, of Beaumont; Jean Elrod and her husband, Danny, of Hamshire; daughters-in-law, Lisa Ford, of Beaumont; and Michea Ford, of Hamshire; twelve grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; many family friends.
Mr. Ford is preceded in death by his parents; and sons, Scott Ford and John Ford.
A rosary for Mr. Ford will be recited at 4:30 p.m., with a gathering to follow until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 26, 2018, at Broussard’s. 2000 McFaddin, Beaumont. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 27, 2018, at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 6825 Gladys, Beaumont, with interment to follow, with full military honors, at Haven of Rest Cemetery, 13851 US 90, Beaumont.
Memorial contributions may be made to “Alzheimer’s Association”, 6055 South Loop East, Houston, TX 77087, or to “St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church”, 6825 Gladys, Beaumont, TX 77706.
Haven of Rest Cemetery - Beaumont
Haven of Rest Cemetery - Beaumont
- hwy 90 west at greenpond road beaumont texas 77713
Mass of Christian Burial
Mass of Christian Burial
- 6825 gladys beaumont tx 77706
- 04/27/2018
- 1:00 pm
A gathering of family and friends
A gathering of family and friends
- 2000 mcfaddin avenue beaumont tx 77701
- 04/26/2018
- 1:12 am
Broussard's Mortuary - McFaddin Avenue
Broussard's Mortuary - McFaddin Avenue
- 2000 mcfaddin street beaumont tx 77701
- 04/26/2018
- 4:30 pm
Broussard's Mortuary - McFaddin Avenue
Broussard's Mortuary - McFaddin Avenue
- 2000 mcfaddin avenue beaumont tx 77701
Comments
Tara Korry
I am so sorry for yall's loss. He was an amazing man and a wonderful father. Love you all very much
Doug DuBois, Jr.
Another of the Greatest Generation has passed. Our love goes out to all the Ford Family. God Bless
Shannon Garrod
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am heart broken for your loss, but I rejoice in what he has gained. God bless, Shannon Garrod
Jody Chesson
Sorry for your loss I know how hard it is with Dad passing at 93 also.
Iredell Drew Polk
He mentored me for most of my early days especiaally on the winter weekends at "The Duck Camp" A dear friend and someone you could look up to.A Christian Man and always dedicated to his family.
Mary Ferguson (Juju's)
Ann, I am so sorry for your loss!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jerry Hogan
"Uncle Watt", I will miss your forever....
Rita Polk Wilcox
Watt provided so many great memories for my dad, brother, and sisters; especially at the LaBelle Duck Camp. He reveled in the honor of serving as camp cook, and was very good at it. He was patient and kind to all, and the Polk family will remember him as an honored member of our extended family. We will miss you, Watt, but look forward to reuniting on the other side.
Lilli Phelan Bean
Dear Pat, what wonderful memories I hold of you and your family. I always thought Watt was the handsomest man ever and am sorry his great smile will be missed. You made a gorgeous couple with a beautiful family. Those children were precious and you both made parenting look easy. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love and peace.
Allison & Jim Brocato
Ford Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. God bless.
NL
My sincere condolences to the family at this difficult time. May you all seek God for comfort, peace, strength and support (2 Cor 1:3).