Richard T. Dick Polk

1927 ∼ 2011

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Richard T. ?Dick? Polk, Sr., 83, of Bridge City, died Friday, June 10, 2011, at Cypress Glen Nursing Home in Port Arthur.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 14, 2011, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Mr. Tony Goins of Bridge City Church of Christ. Burial will follow at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches.

Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Monday at the funeral home.

Born in Heavener, Oklahoma on July 20, 1927, Dick was the son of Hubert and Hazel Smith Polk. He served in the US Navy and retired from Texaco Chemical after 38 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping, and he loved being outdoors. He was a 32nd Degree Mason.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Donna Jean Polk; and brother, Hubert Polk, Jr.

Dick is survived by his sons, Richard ?Tommy? Polk, Jr. and wife Cassey of Bridge City, Charles Polk and wife Regina of Nederland; daughter, Brenda McKay and husband Brian of Bridge City; grandchildren, Blain Polk, Lance Polk and wife Holly, Lauren Cook and husband Josh, Darla Polk, Brian McKay, Jr., Bailey McKay; great-grandson, Caden Cook; and brother, William ?Bill? Polk and wife Olena of Denison.

Serving as Pallbearers will be John Theriot, Richard Adaway, Mike Davis, Blain Polk, Lance Polk, Brian McKay, Sr., Brian McKay, Jr., and Josh Cook.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer?s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.

Condolences

Anonymous June 14, 2011

Tommy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.##imported-begin##Sherry LeBlanc##imported-end##

Anonymous June 13, 2011

Tommy and Cassey, Just wanted you to know that I am thinking about y'all. Love y'all!##imported-begin##Denise Vickers##imported-end##

Anonymous June 13, 2011

Many Blessings and Prayers to the family of Mr.Polk. We both worked at Texaco Chemical in Pt. Neches. He was pleasant to be around and I remember many conversations with him. Darrell Doggett##imported-begin##Darrell Doggett##imported-end##

Anonymous June 13, 2011

Brenda Iam so sorry for the loss of your dad.I ask that God wrap his arms around you and the rest of the family and console you at this time.yvonne##imported-begin##yvonne strother##imported-end##

Anonymous June 12, 2011

May the LORD comfort and bless, as only HE can. Sincerely,##imported-begin##Wayne and Debbie##imported-end##

Anonymous June 12, 2011

Charlie, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your precious dad. May the peace of God that passes all of our understanding, keep your heart and mind, in Christ Jesus. Dale and I will keep you and your family lifted in prayer my friend.##imported-begin##Shirley Stagg##imported-end##

Anonymous June 10, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Polk family. Tommy, Charles, and Brenda we are sending hugs your way. I know that Uncle Dick will be greatly missed by you all. Love, Pat and Kathy##imported-begin##Kathy Polk. Ownbey##imported-end##

Anonymous June 10, 2011

Polk Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead. Our hearts go out to you and your family during this difficult loss. Love, Richard and Tami Guidry##imported-begin##Tami Guidry##imported-end##

Anonymous June 10, 2011

Brenda and family, My family and I just want to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything we I am here.##imported-begin##Michelle Garcia##imported-end##