Johnny Vickrey, Sr.
Johnny Lynn Vickrey, Sr., 72, of China, died Wednesday, April 24, 2019, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas, Beaumont. He was born on November 26, 1946, to Odessa Little Vickrey and John Cleveland Vickrey, Sr., in Levelland, Texas, and was a United States Army Military Police veteran.
Johnny served with the Beaumont Police Department for twelve years and retired as a Sergeant from the Jefferson County Sherriff’s Department. Johnny was a founding member of the Jefferson County Sherriff’s Association (C.L.E.A.T.) and was also able to achieve his Master Peace Officer, which is very difficult to obtain. He was a member of the American Legion Butler-Redd Post 493.
He was very gregarious and sociable to all he came across and enjoyed socializing with others over a good meal. Johnny was a very devoted family man who loved to be surrounded by close friends.
Survivors include his wife, Janell Vickrey; sons, Johnny Lynn Vickrey, Jr. and his wife, Rhonda Minter-Vickrey, of Nederland and Joseph Cleveland Vickrey and his wife, Nicole, of San Angelo; sister, Jackie Kennedy and her husband, Cliff, of Nederland; grandchildren, Bryce Collins-Vickrey, Brendan Minter; Colton Minter; Madison Vickrey, Mckenzie Vickrey; and Abigale Vickrey; several nieces, nephews, a host of other family; and his “brothers in blue”.
A gathering of Mr. Vickrey’s family and friends will begin at 9:00 a.m., with his funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 27, 2019, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His interment will follow at China Cemetery, China.
Memorial contributions may be made to Adaptive Sports for Kids, P.O. Box 332, Nederland, Texas 77627.
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China Cemetery
China Cemetery
- 30.059930 -94.344110
Funeral Service
Funeral Service
- 1605 n. major drive beaumont tx 77713
- 04/27/2019
- 11:00 am
- 1605 n. major drive beaumont tx 77713
- 04/27/2019
- 10:16 pm
Comments
Arthur & Tina Ellis
So very sorry for the lost of a great friend & and all around great family man.
Dave Sample
RIP John. You put up a good fight and now it’s time to rest. You’re with our Heavenly Father who will take care of you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. You’ll be missed Bud.
Mark Koelemay
Johnny, it was a genuine pleasure knowing you. Thanks for all the laughs, jokes, and memories! You will be greatly missed. To Janell and the rest 0f the family, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike Kirkpatrick
To my Brother in Arms. A man who always tried to do the right thing. Even if it was extremely hard and liable to get you cut off at the knees. He loved his Family and loved his friends and he would tell you so.
Paula Guajardo
It has been my pleasure being your home health nurse for the last 4 months. May you rest in peace, Mr. Vickrey. Prayers for you, Janell and your family. May God bless you with peace and comfort at this time..
Joe W Crutchfield
If John was your friend, he was your best friend. If you were a lady, he treated you like the Queen of England. He believed in fair play above all else and would also let you know if you weren't playing fair. He never talked behind your back, so no matter what, you always knew where you stood with him.. I wish more people were a little like John. I am proud to count John among my best friends. RIP
Joey Singleton
Johnny could always bring a smile to your face when you talked to him. I last saw him at our August Police Retiree's Luncheon at Cheddar's. A great friend and true police officer who lit up the room when he walked in.
Judi and Ronnie Benoit
Janelle and family God rest John’s soul and send comfort to you all. He lived his life well and I know he will be missed. Prayers from us both. Judi and Ronnie
Carolyn Oster
It just doesn't seem real yet. Janell, I know that you know that Johnny was a really good man and he was loved by many. My heart aches for you and your family. God bless you all. Hope to be there Saturday.
Ken & Carolyn Abney
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you,Janell and your entire family.
Richard and Rocio Mackey
Our deep condolences to the Janelle and the Vickery family. Having known John since the marruage of Joe and Nicole we instantly became friends and enjoyed his company immensely. Always cheerful and full of wit and humor . He Is so sadly missed but is now with our Heavenly Father, free of his earthly tent and home in his new glorified body
Barry Shelton
John was a friend to all. He always made me feel like I was one of his best friends. That was one of his specialties and it is a rare trait. John will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go to Janell and John's family.
Nick Garsee
Rest in peace Johnny Sr. Always a good mentor. Taught several of us knot heads to be somewhat useful. Always had time to give good, sound advice. It was a privilege to work with you for so many years. God Bless your family. .
Jeff Stull
"Well done good and faithful servant" See you on the other side, Brother.
Jamie Schexnaider
Janelle, John and Joe, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He will be missed!
Clay Woodward
A brother, a true friend and one of the best police officers I had the privilege to serve. He will be missed.
Carl & Cindy Henderson
Janell and family, We are so sorry for your great loss. Please know that you will be remembered in our prayers. Carl Lane & Cindy Henderson
Steve Thrower
John was a great friend, great investigator and one of the best partners I worked with. He loved his family and all of his brothers in blue. Rest In Peace 10-42
Bob Rose
May the Lord bless him and keep him close. May God comfort all of his family and friends.
Paul Stephenson
Enjoyed working with Johnny at the S.O. He worked hard for what was right and called it like he saw it. A great investigator and supervisor. Was a great influence on me had my respect. Prayers for the surviving family during this difficult time.
Charlotte Metreyeon
My love, thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Johnny Sr..So very sorry.