John Edward Gilchriest's obituary , Passed away on December 7, 2024 in Beaumont, Texas

John Edward Gilchriest

August 20, 1939 - December 7, 2024 (85 years old)

Beaumont, Texas

John Edward Gilchriest's obituary , Passed away on December 7, 2024 in Beaumont, Texas

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lumberton Family Funeral Home and Forest Oaks Funeral Home

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John Edward Gilchriest

August 20, 1939 - December 7, 2024 (85 years old)

Beaumont, Texas

John Edward Gilchriest Obituary

The world bids farewell to John Edward Gilchriest of Beaumont, Texas, departing on December 7, 2024 at the age of 85. John leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John Edward Gilchriest or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Earl Gilchriest and Dee Lou Moore Gilchriest; his daughter Diane Volentine; and his siblings, Marvin "Butter" Gilchriest, Carroll Gilchriest, Patsy Sue Gilchriest and Evonne Gilchriest.

He is survived by: his wife Lela Cascio Gilchriest; his children, John Cody Gilchriest (Venus) of Humble, TX, William Edward Gilchriest (Holly) of Midland, TX, Jason Dennis (Megan) of Clear Lake, Iowa, Misti Michelle Gilchriest Doucet of Silsbee, TX and Debi Perricone (Carl); and his son-in-law Anthony Volentine.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, December 18th 2024 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Family Worship Center of Lumberton (341 Old Silsbee Rd, Lumberton, TX 77657). A memorial service was held on Wednesday, December 18th 2024 at 6:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lumberton Family Funeral Home and Forest Oaks Funeral Home



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Dec 18

Visitation

Family Worship Center of Lumberton
341 Old Silsbee Rd, Lumberton, TX 77657

Wed

Dec 18

Memorial service

Family Worship Center of Lumberton
341 Old Silsbee Rd, Lumberton, TX 77657

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