Ted Tomlinson, 79, of Beaumont passed away on Wednesday, September 21, 2005.
Ted was the third child born on a west Texas farm to Anna and Dick Tomlinson on March 12, 1926 in Lelia Lake. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II as a SSgt in the Philippine Islands and Tokyo Japan during the Army of Occupation. After the war he lived in Lubbock, Texas married, had a daughter and worked at the local newspaper as a classified ad sales rep.
In 1963 he moved his family to Port Arthur and was employed as the Port Arthur News classified ad manager. In 1964 he established Modern Methods Printing in Beaumont and successfully operated that business for thirty-eight years.
Ted was much more than a mere hardworking businessman, he was a loyal friend and confidant. His wise counsel was eagerly sought by many and he gladly dedicated a large portion of his time to help others achieve their potential. In 1980 he married his present wife, Linda Adams Tomlinson in Beaumont.
Those left to cherish his precious memory are his wife, Linda Tomlinson of Beaumont; daughter, Vicki Kimble and son-in-law, Jim Kimble both of Port Arthur; two granddaughters, Sheree Will of Vidor and Brigette Johnson of Port Arthur; four step-great-grandchildren; and sister, Jessie Sumner of Hereford, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and only brother, D. W. Tomlinson.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, October 13, 2005 at Broussard’s, 1605 N Major Drive, Beaumont followed by burial at Greenlawn Memorial Park. A gathering of family and friends will be Wednesday evening, October 12, 2005 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Mortuary.
The family wishes to express their deep appreciation to his friend and doctor, Frederic Santiago, and the team of specialists whose expertise was invaluable. Also the caring nurses of Hermann Memorial Baptist Hospital and the staff of Odyssey Hospice, all of whom gave him superb care and comfort.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made the charity of your choice.
