Gean Sholar Byrd, 83, of Beaumont, died Wednesday, August 6, 2008. A native of Jones County, Mississippi and resident of the Beaumont area for thirty-five years, Mrs. Byrd was a nurse and later a bookkeeper for J&J Motel. Even though Gean had a many careers, her first concerns were her family and friends when they needed her. She was the first to arrive and the last to leave.
Her husband, Lynn C. Byrd preceded her in death.
Survivors include her five step-grandchildren; step-great grandchildren; step-great great grandchildren; eight nieces and nephews; and a host of great nieces and nephews; great great nieces and nephews; and great great great nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 9, 2008 at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A graveside service will be 2:30 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Park in Nacogdoches with John Clubb, Mike Ioannaglou, Michael Simoneaux, Jr., Mark Byrd Norman Manuel, and Eric Dickman serving as honorary pallbearers. A gathering of family and friends will be from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Friday, August 8, 2008 at the Mortuary.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 5144, Beaumont, Texas 77726 or a charity of your choice.
