Thelma Worsham Hammers Beeson

1913 ∼ 2013

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Thelma Worsham Hammers Beeson, 99, a resident of Orange for over 60 years, died Saturday, March 16, 2013, in Rockwall.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2013, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Randy Branch, pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church in Orange. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens near Bridge City.

Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Tuesday at the funeral home.

Born in Gary, Texas, on October 31, 1913, Thelma was the daughter of J.A. Worsham and Kate Laird Worsham. She worked as an LVN at Orange Memorial Hospital for many years. Thelma loved her church, and up until the age of 93, she loved playing dominos, going out to eat, and volunteering at OCS. She was known by her nieces and nephews as "Aunt Sissy".

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Thomas N. Hammers and Bracie H. Beeson; brothers, "Shorty" Worsham, Kenneth Worsham, and Bill Worsham; and her son, James T. Hammers.

Thelma is survived by her sister, Tommie Spell of Conroe; sister-in-law, Mavis Worsham of Orange; son, Jerry L. Hammers and wife Marie of Rockwall; daughter-in-law, Pat Hammers of Memphis, TN; grandchildren, Jerry L. Hammers II of Orangefield, Brett Hammers of Memphis, TN, Bob Hammers of Sunnyvale, Michele Hammers of Los Angeles, CA, Mark Hammers of Floydada; 8 great-grandchildren; and is expecting the arrival of her first great great-grandchild in April. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

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Anonymous March 25, 2013

Thelma B was what we always called her and she was so very special to my family, especially to my mom, Dean Self. We lost mom this past July. They are together now and having a wonderful time. Our prayers go out to the family of this special lady##imported-begin##Drew & Ginger Norwood##imported-end##

Anonymous March 21, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are always with you and your family. Sincerely, John and Boo Caffey Busby##imported-begin##John and Billie Jean Busby##imported-end##

Anonymous March 20, 2013

As we prepare to say our final goodbyes, it is with a very heavy heart. You fought a good battle and you won in so many ways! It will be sad to go home to the empty house, but we will be thinking about you every time we go into the kitchen and see the co##imported-begin##Marie Hammers##imported-end##

Anonymous March 20, 2013

Grandmother, I'm proud to say I'm a descendent of such a strong, genuine woman. You were always so positive, loving, supportive and a true example of what we should all strive to be. You will not be forgotten, and I hope the coffee is hot enough in Heaven##imported-begin##Caylea Hammers##imported-end##

Anonymous March 19, 2013

Grandmother Beeson always showed me how to stay strong and carry myself as a person, so even in this trying time, instead of being saddened by her departure, I am inspired when I look at what a strong legacy she left behind. When I think of the children s##imported-begin##Cade Hammers##imported-end##

Anonymous March 18, 2013

I did not have the pleasure of knowing Mrs Beeson but from what I read she sounds like a Lovely & Kind Lady. I Pray for all of her Family & Friends to have Faith she's even Lovelier in Heaven. God Bless to All.##imported-begin##DEBORAH BOREL##imported-end##

Anonymous March 18, 2013

Grandmother Beeson, I will miss all of our holidays together. You were such an inspiration to us all on how to live a christian life with joy and happiness. You always had a smile and a little joke to share. We will miss you dearly but will always be t##imported-begin##Charlene Brown##imported-end##

Anonymous March 18, 2013

Grandmother: What a joy your were to all of us. You were so happy and had the most positive attitude of anyone we know. Let's face it, you were the jewel among the rest of us rocks. You loved everyone and kept the sharpest mind and greatest sense of h##imported-begin##Bob and Lori Hammers##imported-end##

Anonymous March 18, 2013

Grandmother Beeson: You were such a joy and pleasure to this family. You always had the best attitude and positive spirit through everything you went through. I will miss being with you every holiday, whether it be Easter lunch or our Christmas gathering.##imported-begin##Colton Hammers##imported-end##

Anonymous March 18, 2013

Grandmother Beeson, What a joy you were to our family! I always loved seeing your smiling face. You taught our family how to live a long life to the fullest. I will see you again in Heaven one day!##imported-begin##Lesley Hammers##imported-end##

Anonymous March 18, 2013

I'll miss you grandmother Beeson. You were a very loving mother-in-law and I'll never forget you. I love you,##imported-begin##Pat##imported-end##

Anonymous March 18, 2013

Grandmother, What an absolute blessing it was to have you in our lives. The example you set for us all was one of great love, strength, and grace with the right amount of spunk that we will always cherish. Thank you for so many wonderful memories of Ea##imported-begin##Casey and Dyer Hill##imported-end##

Anonymous March 18, 2013

God puts people in our path who make a difference.Aunt Sissy is one of those persons.A person who lead by love and example. I will miss you and I thank you for all. I know Grandmother and Grand daddy and your siblings are holding you in their arms. Until ##imported-begin##Barbara Gartung##imported-end##

Anonymous March 18, 2013

Grandmother, I cannot express what you meant to me and this family. Even though we moved away many years ago, it was an absolute blessing seeing every Christmas. You will be greatly missed.##imported-begin##Tyler Hammers##imported-end##

Anonymous March 17, 2013

I am at a loss for words but send lots of love and prayers for Aunt Sissy who was always such a beautiful, sweet and kind person. May she be blessed with peace and love and joy and happiness, as well as all those left behind to grieve her loss. We love y##imported-begin##Lorie Harris-Morgan##imported-end##

Anonymous March 17, 2013

My Aunt Sissy was an amazing woman. When we were growing up, it was a "tradition" to have Thanksgiving at her house every year. I couldn't tell you how much of my childhood memories are filled with those days. We all will miss you Aunt Sissy, but we know ##imported-begin##David Worsham##imported-end##