Alex Matthes, Jr., 79, of Beaumont passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2009, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. A native and lifelong resident of Beaumont, Junior was born April 22, 1930, to Louise Fisher and Alexander A. Matthes.

A twenty-five year iron worker, Junior was a member of Local #135 in Texas City and Local #125 in Beaumont. More recently, he and his wife   owned and operated J&R Video with locations in Nederland and Port Arthur.

He is survived by his wife, Ruby Fuston Matthes and preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Ralph Wayne Matthes.

His graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 12, 2009, at Memory Gardens of Jefferson County in Nederland under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A gathering of his family and friends will be Friday, December 11, 2009, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Broussard’s.

Memorial contributions may be made in Junior’s memory to Harbor Hospice Foundation, 2450 North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas  77713.