Bill Monkhouse

1929 ∼ 2017

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John William “Bill” Monkhouse, 88, of Beaumont passed away April 15, 2017. A service celebrating his life will be held Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Claybar Funeral Home in Beaumont. A gathering of family and friends will precede the service from 12 p.m. until service time. Burial will follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery.

Mr. Monkhouse was born January 23, 1929 in Shreveport, Louisiana to John Luke and Bessie (Owen) Monkhouse. He was a longtime resident of Beaumont and was employed as an appraiser for the Jefferson County Appraisal District for many years.

He is survived by his son, Gary Monkhouse; grandchildren, Heather Clendennen, Christina Monkhouse and Tiffany Rutherford and great-grandchildren Allyson Clendennen, Grace McIntoche and Zachary Rutherford in addition to many extended family members and friends who loved him.

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Amy Eaves April 24, 2017

Amy Eaves lit a candle in memory of Bill Monkhouse

Amy Eaves April 24, 2017

Bill was a friend of mine for 37 years. He always moved to the beat of a different drummer and I'm so grateful he did! His methods for showing his young friends how to live life was nothing short of an adventure. He taught me how to enjoy life and laugh at myself. There was never a dull minute when Bill was around. He made everything interesting and a little bit crazy. There are so many stories to share about Bill, it would take hours. Suffice it to say, Bill was a wonderful friend and I will miss him more than I can say. Rest in Peace dear Bill :-) Amy Eaves

Dee Edwarads April 21, 2017

Bill had the most generous, caring spirit of anyone that I have ever known. God blessed me when Bill came into my life. You have a life now where you are free to be Bill again. I look forward to you meeting me at the gate when my turn arrives. Love always, Dee Edwards

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location_on Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home, 1155 North 11th Street, Beaumont, 77702

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schedule Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

event Celebration of Life