Wanda D. Kendall

1951 ∼ 2009

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Wanda D. Kendall, 58, died at her home in Beaumont.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 17, 2009, at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange.

Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange.

Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, at the funeral home.

Wanda was born on August 23, 1951, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Wanda and her husband owned Social Work Services and were well known in Beaumont and Orange for counseling for over 30 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents; Donald Parker, Sr. and Louise Parker.

Wanda is survived by her husband, Roger Kendall of Pendleton, South Carolina; aunt, Rene Brock; brother and sister-in-law, Donald and Lori Parker of Orange; sons and daughters-in-law, Ryan and Rebecca Melancon of Lake Charles, Louisiana and Rhet and Rebecca Kendall of Austin; daughter, Megan Kendall of Beaumont; thirteen grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

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Anonymous October 29, 2009

Had the pleasure of meeting Wanda only twice but it was as if I had known her for a long time. She was a sweetheart and I miss her. Need more people like her in this world.##imported-begin##Randall Thompson##imported-end##

Anonymous October 21, 2009

Wanda helped me with my docctor's appointments and other errands. I will miss visiting with her very much. She was a loving and caring person. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.##imported-begin##Eual Puckitt##imported-end##

Anonymous October 20, 2009

Wanda was an exceptional person in every way. She is loved and missed.##imported-begin##Terri Ybarbo##imported-end##

Anonymous October 19, 2009

I am very sad for your loss. Wanda taught me many things about working with sex offenders. I have also had clients say that she helped them as well. She was passionate about survivors and has defintely left an imprint in this world. I know she loved her c##imported-begin##jodi simon##imported-end##

Anonymous October 17, 2009

Wanda was a wonderful woman, therapist, and friend. I was lucky to meet her years ago and to grow closer to her as the years have past, she was there through my darkest moments and never gave up on me, even when I did. She will forever be missed and thoug##imported-begin##Esther Welty##imported-end##

Anonymous October 16, 2009

We only met Wanda once, she was so nice. She did alot for our grandfather, Mr. Puckitt. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. Cindi Thomas prayers are with you as well. If anything is needed,please let us know.##imported-begin##John & Shawna Virva##imported-end##

Anonymous October 15, 2009

I only met Wanda one time when Mr. Puckitt brought her by to introduce us. She was very good to him and he had many kind things to say about her. I know she will be missed. I lost my mother last week and you all will be in my prayers.##imported-begin##Susie Wilson##imported-end##

Anonymous October 15, 2009

Wanda,was a true friend to my daughter,Cyndi. She was a kind and giving lady who would do anything for anyone who needed her. I wish for her,Peace, and to her family, my prayers are with you.##imported-begin##Geneva Boyer##imported-end##

Anonymous October 15, 2009

Megan and Family, I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. I just want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,if you need anything I am here for you. I know she will be greatly missed.##imported-begin##Marilyn Moore##imported-end##

Anonymous October 14, 2009

Wanda, I will miss you terribly. You are my best friend and I don't know what I am going to do without you. So many times I have picked up the phone to call you and tell you some kind of news and now I can't. I hope you are finally at peace. To your f##imported-begin##Cyndi Thomas##imported-end##

Anonymous October 14, 2009

What a woman our dear Wanda was! She had the most unique perspective on the world in general and was without a doubt one of the most personally generous people I have ever known. She had high expectations for herself and others. Wanda was an incredibly se##imported-begin##Dianne McGuire##imported-end##