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1923 - 2011
 John Edward Price, Sr., 87, of Silsbee went to be with his Lord & Savior on Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Tx. John was born October 10, 1923 in Van Wert, Ohio.
Oilfield work brought John's family to Texas in 1936 where they moved around before settling in Orange. In 1939, he began his work in the theater business which led him to meet his beautiful bride of 59 years, Letha. He enlisted in the Marines in 1943 and again in 1950. He continued working for various theaters until he moved his family to Silsbee in 1963 where he purchased the Dixie Queen and managed the local iconic business for 28 years. He actively supported all Silsbee Tiger Sports, not missing a Tiger Home Football game for 40 plus years. John served for more than 30 years on Silsbee's Volunteer Fire Department, eleven of those as assistant chief and another eleven as Fire Chief. He was instrumental in chartering Northview Baptist Church, serving as deacon and treasurer to his last day. John also known as Chief, Johnny, Mr. Price, Dad and Papa was a dedicated friends to many and a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather.
John is survived by his four children, sons Rusty Price of Tigard, Oregon, and Richard Price and wife Cathy of Beaumont, Texas; daughters Joy Martindale and husband J.E. of Lumberton, Tx., and Allison Read and husband Paul of Silsbee; brothers, Sammy Price and wife Ann of Longview, Tx. and Charles Price and wife Dixie of Orange, Tx; 11 grandchildren, Summer, Jamie, Erica, Travis, John III, Sarah, Diana, Tommy, Hannah, Mike and Scott; 16 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
John was preceded in death by his wife, Letha Belt Price; mother and father, Charles and Lina Price; brothers Harry Price and Dixon Price; sisters Esther Baker, Eileen Motley and Nan McNatt.
Visitation will be held at farmer Funeral Home on Friday, April 8, 2011 at 5pm.
Celebration of John's life will be Saturday, April 9, 2011 at 3pm at First Baptist Church of Silsbee with graveside service to follow at R.S. Farmer Memorial Cemetery in Silsbee.
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There are currently 11 condolences.
Laura Eldredge
Saturday April 9, 2011 at
11:45 AM
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There are some people who make small town America the grand experience it is - John and Letha were those kind of people. Their consistent support of our city through their loyalty to the fire department is unmatched. Their enthusiasm for our young people on the football field and at the Dixie Queen was extraordinary.
One of the best things they did was raise 4 outstanding citizens who have gone on to lives of influence.
John & Letha - you two are made of the stuff that makes America great - I will miss you!
Laura
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Debbie Davis
Friday April 8, 2011 at
11:24 PM
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Mr. Price will be missed. Praying for your family. He was such a friendly face when we drove through the Dairy Queen.
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Friday April 8, 2011 at
11:18 PM
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Chris & Mindy Roy
Friday April 8, 2011 at
9:02 PM
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Dear jamie & family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. You had such wonderful grandparents that will greatly missed. If there is anything I can do let me know. Love in Christ. Chris & Mindy Roy
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Sandy Gassiott Stewart
Friday April 8, 2011 at
6:51 PM
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We will always remember the days at the Dixie Queen getting the best Cheeseburges in town.
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Sandy
Friday April 8, 2011 at
6:49 PM
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Diane Rutledge
Friday April 8, 2011 at
6:47 PM
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you
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Ron and Peggy Scarborough/Georgetown, TX
Friday April 8, 2011 at
5:38 PM
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Thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending our love from across the miles...
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CLARE KEOWN-CAMMACK
Friday April 8, 2011 at
1:25 PM
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Our hearts are feeling sorrow for you all at this time. Your father was such a wonderful man. I remember when my mother was so sick, he would call and tell us to come pick up dinner for dad. That is but one of the fond memories I have. You all were Blessed to have such wonderful God loving parents. Please except our deepest sympathy.
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Monnie Frazier Lucas
zacknmonnie1@sbcglobal.net
Friday April 8, 2011 at
11:25 AM
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My heart goes out to your family at this time. Your Dad was a wonderful, kind person. He showed his love for his family, this community & school, and each one of us whose lives he touched by how he lived his life. He was an honorable man and will be missed. Our prayers are for your comfort and peace at this time. Love, Monnie (Frazier) Lucas
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Pat Richardson (Pantego, TX)
Friday April 8, 2011 at
9:02 AM
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God, family, country, community - John was always faithful. Semper Fi, John, Semper Fi.
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