John W. Hankamer III

1936 ∼ 2017

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of Sour Lake died Saturday February 11, 2017 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, with his family by his side. He was 80.

A service of remembrance will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday February 15, 2017 at Happy Valley Baptist Church of Kountze, with Pastor Robert Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park in Vidor with masonic rites.

There will be a gathering of family and friends on Tuesday February 14, 2017 from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Happy Valley Baptist Church.

Serving as pallbearers are Shayne Ellison, Roger Hargraves, Carl Bieber, Randy Edwards, Ray Wilson, Mark McCoy, Doug Hargraves and Ryan Wilson.

A native of Liberty, he had moved from Vidor, to Sour Lake, where he had lived since 1991. He had worked for Aramco of Houston, as a machinist, and was a faithful member of Happy Valley Baptist Church of Kountze. He was a mason and member of the Masonic Lodge # 1420 of Vidor.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John W. Hankamer Jr. and Bonita Greak Hankamer. Those left to survive him are his wife, Joyce Hankamer of Sour Lake. Son, Johnathon Hankamer of Beaumont, and stepson, Clifton Roger Hargraves of Buna. Daughters, Christy Ellison of LaPorte, and Joncarroll Guillory of Dallas.

Stepdaughters, Cindy McCoy of Kountze, Vickie Wilson of Lumberton, Janette Edwards of Seabrook, Belinda Hargraves of Lumberton, and Rita Bieber of Mont. Belvieu. Brother, Bobby Hankamer of Salado, TX, and sister, Nancy Aycock of Lumberton. Nephews Scott Coker, Chet Hankamer, Ty Hankamer and niece Teri Coker.

Grandchildren: 20 great grandchildren : 22 and great great grandchildren: 2

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Jennie White February 18, 2017

I worked with Joncarroll (JC) at Garner Supply many years ago. I remember her talking fondly of her dad. So sorry for your loss.

Guest February 13, 2017

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Ann Kendrick, Nederland Tx February 13, 2017

Ann Kendrick, Nederland TX purchased the Florist Choice Bouquet for the family of John W. Hankamer III.

Arlene Brewer February 13, 2017

My husband, Scott and I were saddened to hear of Johnny's passing and extend our condolences especially to our nieces, Christy and JonCarol. Johnny was my ex-brother-in-law but the 'ex' didn't affect the love I had for my dear brother who I met nearly 60 years ago as a six year old kid. My earliest memory of Johnny was going with him and my sister on a date to the Pig Stand on Calder in Beaumont, TX and smearing ice cream on the interior roof of his brand new red Chevy Impala!!! Johnny didn't even get mad and had a good laugh and he became this kid's best friend from that moment on. Johnny was a good friend to me and became a good friend to my sister even after their marriage ended. He was a wonderful and loving father to my nieces. The last time I talked to John, following a previous heart attack, he was sitting in his hospital bed, reading his Bible. I'm so glad we had that talk. I'm glad I knew his faith in Christ, because now I know that Johnny is with the Lord and at peace. For the rest of us left behind, the strength and faith he taught to all of us will carry on. Joyce, his kind and loving wife, and all of John's family, will continue to be in our prayers as we look forward to that Day when we will be reunited when those precious people who have gone home before us. May the God of All Comfort keep you all in His loving care today and always. Sincerely, Scott and Arlene (Bruner) Brewer, Tacoma, WA

Guest February 13, 2017

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