Lela Mae Ogden, 88, of Mid-County, died Saturday, October 28, 2007 in Houston. She was a native of Woodville and resident of the Mid-County area for many years.
An avid gardener and a talented artist, Lela enjoyed art classes at Lamar University, where she worked in multiple mediums. She also enjoyed cooking, and she had a sharp sense of humor. Lela was a loving mother, grandmother, and a friend to many.
Survivors include her son, J. C. Ogden and his wife Linda of Houston and their daughter, Lee Fischer and husband Bill of San Antonio and their children, Megan and Trey; daughter, Karen Ogden Beach of Houston; niece, Jackie of Beaumont; and other loving family members.
She was preceded in death by her husband Joe Ogden of Woodville.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 31, 2007 at Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin, Beaumont with burial to follow at Oak Bluff Cemetery. A gathering of family and friends will be 5:00 p.m.until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 30, 2007 at the Mortuary.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 5144, Beaumont, Texas 77726.
