William Price "Billy" Bess

William Price "Billy" Bess obituary, Kountze, TX

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William Bess Obituary

William "Billy" Price Bess, Jr. passed away on July 29, 2013 in Kountze, TX at the age of 69. He was born on February 27, 1944 in Jasper, TX to the union of William Price Bess, Sr. and Anita Rae Wilson-Bess. Billy was a resident of Deer Park, TX for over 45 years. He retired from the Deer Park Police department and also from S&B Engineers. Billy was a trumpet player during his youth and played in a band. He no longer played in a band, but proudly displayed his trumpet on the wall. Billy was also a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He served in Antarctica, and often spoke of having been to both poles of the world. Billy was an avid reader. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, gardening, camping, and woodworking. He was also a car enthusiast. Billy amazed people with his knowledge of every make and model of classic cars. His most recent gardening endeavor was growing grapes of every color, and a variety of berries. Billy was a kind generous man, often aiding others with their yard work when they were in need. He was a designer of woodwork projects. He made many things of wood and was a "hands on" kind of guy. He loved his children and grandchildren with all his heart, and his faithful dog Buster A Dogg. Billy's memory will be treasured by those who knew and loved him. Billy is preceded in death by his parents; wife of 38 years Charlane Bess; and brother-in-law, Billy Wayne Pipes. He is survived by his wife of 3 years Virginia Bess; 2 daughters, Shawna Romike and her husband Jason, Britani Bess; 2 step-sons, Jarrod Walton and his wife Becky, Ramdy Walton and his wife Kelly; 4 grandchildren, Victoria English, Haidyn Hardcastle, Lillian Romike, and Price Romike; 1 brother, Brian Bess and his wife Sally; 2 sisters, Beverly Pipes, Bonita Smith and her husband Clifton. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Grand View Funeral Home on Thursday, August 1, 2013. Funeral services will take place on Friday, August 2, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Grand View Funeral Home. Immediately following, Billy will be laid to rest with military honors in Grand View Memorial Park. Those desiring to do so may make contributions in memory of Billy to any local library. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.grandviewfunerals.com


Published by The Pasadena Citizen from Jul. 31 to Aug. 13, 2013.
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Worked with Billy at Deer Park PD for many years. Rest In Peace Old Friend.

Tom Nelson

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July 25, 2023

YOU ARE FOREVER IN MY HEART AND WILL BE MISSED ALWAYS..LYBF...SEE YOU LATER

VIRGINIA BESS

February 18, 2016

Billy was a friend and married to my older sister Charlane, until her passing a few years ago. We enjoyed spending time with both he and my sis. I counted him as a friend.

Art Martens

August 24, 2013

Rest in peace my Ole friend you will truly be missed, enjoyed many days working with Billy he was a wonderful man.

Ken Grable

August 14, 2013

I remember the old days at DPPD with Billy and my dad. Rest in peace Billy. Thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Bo Melanson

August 7, 2013

"Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and make perpetual Light to shine upon him."

Mack & Beverly Hall

August 7, 2013

I am sorry for your loss. I will be praying for the family.

Pat Kent

August 4, 2013

Billy had such a generous heart. We worked closely together over the years and I especially remember the sight of Billy's pickup truck in the rear parking lot of S&B overflowing with donated toys at Christmas time for delivery to some of our injured workers families. What a sweetheart. Billy is already sorely missed.

Diane Larrivee

August 1, 2013

Saying good bye to an old friend is always hard to do. It is even harder to see his loved ones go through the pain of having lost their father and husband. Billy was more than a friend to me. I had the opportunity to work with him for the 18 years he was with S&B. Billy, as most people know was one of the most kindest people you would ever want to meet. He was part of our S&B family. He was a well-respected Safety Manager with S&B and was responsible for being part of numerous Safety Awards and recognition throughout his career. I was both happy and sad when he retired a little over 3 years ago because of the bond we had together. I could always count on him and he knew he could always count on me. I am happy knowing that he is in a much better place now and free from all of the pain that he endured from his illness. My prayers go out to the family as they move forward as well as the many friends that he had.
I am attaching a picture to the photo gallery of both Billy and his good friend Russell Cooke during a presentation at a Safety Awards Banquet for the project they worked on together back in 2007. The award speaks for itself as it was for, Best in Class!

Glen Rust

August 1, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God ease your minds and comfort your hearts over the coming days.

All our love,
Whitney and Levi Parks

Whitney Parks

August 1, 2013

Earl G. Sturrock

August 1, 2013

So sad to hear of Billy's passing. Enjoyed the many years we worked together at Deer Park PD.

Tom Nelson

July 31, 2013

So sorry for your loss. I remember Mr. Bess when he served with DPPD with my Dad. Very kind man.

Sherry Suhosky

July 31, 2013

Our prayers are with you.

Lavonia Odom Gilbert

July 31, 2013

So sorry for the family's loss. Billy was such a great guy.

Lynne Bixler Adams

July 31, 2013

Martin Perkins

July 31, 2013

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