Dr. Mario J. Remirez, 83, of Beaumont, died Friday, February 6, 2009 at The Clairmont in Beaumont.
A native of Havana, Cuba, Dr. Remirez has resided in the Beaumont area since 1973 and was a medical physician. He enjoyed playing dominos, card games, hunting and fishing but most of all spending time with his family.
Survivors include his loving wife of forty-nine years, Emma Remirez of Beaumont; sons, Mario Remirez of Orlando, Florida, Carlos Remirez of El Paso, Juan Remirez and Antonio Remirez both of Beaumont; ten grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 1:00 p.m. Monday, February 9, 2009 at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church with burial to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A gathering of his family and friends will begin at 5:00 p.m. with a Rosary recited at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, February 8, 2009 at the Mortuary.