David Lee Goans

1954 ∼ 2009

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David Lee Goans, Sr., 54, of Beaumont passed away, Thursday, February 19, 2009 at Christus Hospital St Elizabeth. A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 28, 2009 at the chapel of Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home.

He was born on April 27, 1954 in Texarkana to Carl Lee Goans and Ona Faye McMillen McClary. David attended Beaumont High School and grew up in the Aluminum business with his step dad, Bob McClary. Most recently, he owned his own company, All-Weather Aluminum. He also worked in the Awning business for 40 years and was a LT. Gov. in the Optimist Club. David loved to scuba dive, fish, cook and most of all, spend time with family and friends.

David is survived by his mother and step-father, Ona Faye and Bob McClary; father and step-mother, Carl Lee and Nettie Goans; sons, David Lee Goans, Jr. and Chad Goans and grandson, Alex Goans. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Debra Ainsworth, Burke, Calvin, Scott and Andrew McClary, Carl Goans III, Judy Goans and Jennifer Goans and many other loving family members.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Boys Haven, 3655 Major Dr, Beaumont, TX 77713.

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Anonymous February 11, 2013

As we approach the 4 year anniversary of David's passing I am reminded of what a great person and brother he was and always will be. I still remember the great times we shared and the joy of always having David in our presence. He is truly missed and will##imported-begin##Carl Goans III##imported-end##

Anonymous February 26, 2009

What a fun and loving cousin. There was always an adventure to be had with David: chasing down the 19" long trout, shooting the frog which turned out to be a snake, eating the armadillo, and going flying with me when he had a broken foot. These memories I##imported-begin##Martha Jean Turk##imported-end##

Anonymous February 24, 2009

So very sorry to hear about David. You are all in my thought's and Prayer's. Love, Barbara Zerangue##imported-begin##Barbara Zerangue##imported-end##

Anonymous February 22, 2009

Dear Family of David Goans, I want to express my sincere sympathy for the loss of your loved one. You can be assured that comfort and encouragement can be found in the Bible. At Revelations 21 4 you can read of a time when pain and suffering will ##imported-begin##Mrs. Sandi Watkins##imported-end##

Anonymous February 22, 2009

As we love you and the family, we lift you up in prayer. May His peace rise up in you and overflow to those watching. Our God has lovingly taken sweet David to a life of pure joy. May we return our thanks by loving Him more and more until we are truly Hom##imported-begin##Jim and Carole Evans##imported-end##

Anonymous February 22, 2009

Ben and I are praying for Bobby, Ona and Chad in hopes that the loss of David will be reconciled in the fact that he had accepted Jesus Christ as his savior, and is now with HIM in heaven. Love, George Ann##imported-begin##George Ann Carroll##imported-end##

Anonymous February 20, 2009

Bobby, Ona & Chad my prayers go out to you during these trying times, but we know David is in a better place today. Will God give you Peace. Charles & Pat##imported-begin##Charles Humphrey##imported-end##

Anonymous February 20, 2009

We are very sorry over the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Always With Love and Friendship, Carla and Frank Praznik##imported-begin##Carla Praznik##imported-end##