Julie Alyssa Richardson Procter, 51, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2011, in Beaumont. She was born on February 17, 1960, in Port Arthur, Texas. Julie was loved by all. She was a remarkable daughter, sister, wife and friend. Julie remained positive during her courageous battle against ovarian cancer and rhabdomyosarcoma approaching every day with optimism, strength and grace. Julie is truly an inspiration and will be deeply missed.
A graduate of Southern Methodist University, Julie holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor’s Degree in Art History. In addition, to her undergraduate degrees, she holds a Juris Doctor degree from Baylor University. While in college, Julie was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta social sorority.
After graduation from law school, Julie obtained a Federal District clerkship with the Honorable Judge A. Hall, of Marshall, Texas. Following her clerkship, Julie started her working career with Beran Shelmire Architects in Dallas then later returned to Beaumont where she worked as a partner for the law firm of Strong, Pipkin, Nelson & Bissell LLP.
As an active member of the Beaumont community, Julie believed in giving back to others and served on various boards and committees including Buckner’s Auxiliary, Art Museum of Southeast Texas, Friends of the Arts, Neches River Festival, and was a past president of the Junior League of Beaumont. She was also active with her church, Westgate Church of Christ.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Doak Chambers “Beau” Procter III, of Beaumont; her mother, Carolyn Richardson, of Beaumont; and sister and brother-in-law, Lisa and Rick Amsberry, of Dallas.
Her funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2011, at Westgate Church of Christ, 6390 Westgate, Beaumont with a private family burial to follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Groves under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A gathering of her family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, 2011, at Broussard’s.
Memorial contributions may be made to Julie Alyssa Richardson Procter Foundation, c/o Community Bank of Texas, 5999 Delaware, Beaumont, Texas 77706 or to Westgate Church of Christ, 6390 Westgate, Beaumont, Texas 77706.
