James Durward Oliver, 83, of Lumberton, died Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at Memorial Hermann Baptist Beaumont Hospital.
A native of Crockett and resident of the Beaumont area for fifty-five years, Mr. Oliver was a retired mechanic with Kinsel Ford. He was a United States Army veteran having served World War II in New Guinea, Philippines.
Mr. Oliver loved spending time with his family and was a member of Praise Christian Center. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, loved old westerns and was a Houston Astros fan.
His daughter, Robin Butler preceded him in death.
Survivors include his wife of fifty-six years, Janie Oliver of Lumberton; daughters, Susan Cox and her husband Gary of Lumberton and Debbie Ray and her husband Kenny of Beaumont; son-in-law, Brad Butler of Lumberton; Scott Apple and his wife Carman; four grandsons; five granddaughters; one great grandson; seven great great granddaughters; brother, Garlan Oliver of San Antonio; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 3, 2008 at Praise Christian Center with burial to follow at Daniel Cemetery in Kountze under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A gathering of family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, 2008 at the Mortuary.
The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the Nursing Staff in ICU at Memorial Hermann Baptist Beaumont Hospital.
Memorial contributions may be made to Praise Christian Center, 8325 Walker Road, Beaumont, Texas 77708.
