Obituary for James H. Batson James H. Batson, 96, of Orange, Texas, passed away on July 13, 2018, at his home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Pastor Mark Bunch.
Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, July 16, 2018 at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Bridge City. Born in Normangee, Texas, on May 20, 1922, he was the son of Jack Batson and Elma (Orr) Batson.
James, or better known as one of the fathers of Southeast Texas, story started during his service in the Navy during World War II, where he was formed into a leader, with a love to help anyone who crossed his path. He had a unique passion for woodworking which eventually led him into a newfound passion of passing his knowledge to his numerous students at Port Arthur School District. James started the Easter Cross Project during his time with St. Paul United Methodist Church, which is known largely for the white crosses displayed in homes across Southeast Texas.
One of his fondest memories was being a part of founding the Port Arthur Teacher’s Credit Union, helping so many teachers in the area. James will be dearly missed by all those whose lives he touched. “One thing I’ve learned, if nothing else, is that we are all working to keep this whole world going, we are all a part of it, and the Lord has paved the way for me”.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Addie Lou Batson; and daughter, Judy Lynn DeCuir. He is survived by his son, James Michael Batson of Bandera, Texas; son-in-law, Rocky DeCuir; grandchildren, Amy Lowry and husband Greg, Karyn Batson, and Chris DeCuir and wife Angela; great-grandchildren, Kade Bennett, Kinley DeCuir, Jayden Dodge, London Lowry, and Lyric Lowry. Serving as pallbearers will be Ron Moerbe, Stafford Ryder, Paul Gross, Lynard Stout, Kurt Moerbe, and Tommy Malagarie.
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