Joseph Paul Selman, 83, of Beaumont, died Thursday, June 21, 2007 at Christus Hospital St. Elizabeth.
A native and lifelong resident of Beaumont, Joseph was Co-Owner of Smith Belting in Beaumont until retirement. He was a United States Merchant Marine having served in World War II. Joseph was a Deacon at Central City Baptist Church and coached Little League Baseball in Beaumont for twelve years.
His wife, Jeanne Selman preceded him in death.
Survivors include his son, Gene Paul Selman of Beaumont; daughter, Marilyn Wright of Port Neches; brothers, Harold Selman of Vidor and Wallace Selman of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; grandchildren, Jay Telger and his wife Tracey of Nederland, Brian Selman, Allie Selman and Jeremiah Selman of Beaumont, and Christopher Askew of Port Neches; and great grandchildren, Blake Telger, Taylor Telger, Dillon Telger, Sierra Selman and Gabriel Askew.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 25, 2007 at Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin, Beaumont with burial to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. A gathering of family and friends will be from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Sunday, June 24, 2007 at the Mortuary.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 5144, Beaumont, Texas 77726.
