Richard Burford Obituary

Richard Burford, 56, of Lumberton, died Saturday, December 22, 2012. A native and lifelong resident of the Beaumont area, he was born on February 11, 1956, to Carol Bruce Burford and William Burford. Richard was a metal fabricator with Fabricon International, Inc., Beaumont. He is survived by his parents, Carol and Willie Burford of Beaumont; sons, William Burford and Emory Burford, both of Lumberton; brother, Dale Burford and his wife, Sherry, of Evadale; sister, Susan Underwood and her husband, Keith, of Fannett; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and many friends. A gathering of Mr. Burford's family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 26, 2012, at Broussard's, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His graveside service will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December 27, 2012, at Hayman Cemetery, FM 2025, Coldspring. Complete and updated information may be found www.broussards1889.com

Published by The Beaumont Enterprise on Dec. 26, 2012.
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Sorry for your loss. Prays for your family.

Russell Fisher

December 27, 2012

RIP Richard! Such a nice man.

Kim Cluck

December 26, 2012

RIP RICHARD!

Sheri Gallier

December 26, 2012

Sorry for the loss of your loved one. Thoughts and prayers to all the Burford family.

Jerry and Sandy Atkins

December 26, 2012

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