Billy Gene Menge, 81, of Beaumont passed away Saturday, January 3, 2009 at Memorial Hermann Baptist Beaumont Hospital. He was born April 15, 1927 in Frankston, Texas and grew up in Beaumont and attended Beaumont High School. He went into the Merchant Marines and later joined the United States Army and served in the Korean War.
In 1990, Bill retired from Ameripol Synpol in Port Neches after thirty-three years as a operator. He was a faithful member of North End Baptist Church and enjoyed calling members of his Sunday School Class on Saturday night. He was an avid Jumbles and Crossword Puzzle worker. Bill liked collecting the new quarters and making sure his friends did too. He bred Appaloosa horses in the 60’s and 70’s and enjoyed spending time on his tractor mowing. He was passionate about being a blood donor and did so on a regular basis. He had a big heart when he could be of help to someone in need.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Irma Menge; and brother, Walter Menge. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn of fifty-five years; daughters, Judy Stoeppleman and husband Jerry of Branson, Missouri, Connie Collins and husband Gary of Nederland, Lynda Menge and partner Kim Morvent of Houston; granddaughter, Suzanne Shaaban and husband Kareem of The Woodlands; grandsons Cody Phelps and Corey Phelps of Beaumont.
Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 5, 2009 at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Dr, Beaumont with Reverend David Goolsby of North End Baptist Church officiating with the committal to follow at Broussard’s Crematorium. A gathering of family and friends will be Monday evening January 5, 2009 from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at the mortuary.
Connie, Lynda and Judy would like to thank Mr. Gil Owens for being their Angel sent by God at the perfect time with a prayer and hugs. We love you. Also, thanks to Chaplain David Cross for his comfort and prayers.
Memorial contributions may be made to North End Baptist Church Library, 5115 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, TX 77706.
