Amos R. "Ray" Chrisco

Amos R. “Ray” Chrisco, 92, of Beaumont, TX and formerly of Dayton, OH passed away at his home, Monday, July 11, 2016.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 3:00 pm at Clayar Kelley Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont, TX. Officiating will be Monsignor Jerry McGrath of St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica in Beaumont, TX.

Mr. Chrisco was born October 26, 1923 in Commerce, OK to Andy and Grace (Clouse) Chrisco. He served honorably in the United States Army and enjoyed bowling and cheering for the St. Louis Cardinals.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his wife of 59 years, Aida G. Chrisco.

Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Saundra Caldwell and husband, Don; Rose Howett and Betty Stewart and husband, Edd and his niece, Donna Neil who was like a daughter. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren who all loved and adored him.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions be made to Harbor Hospice, 1450 N Major Dr., Beaumont TX 77706.