James Paul Permenter
James Paul Permenter, 78, of Orange, passed away on May 19, 2014, at his home.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 22, 2014, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Bro. Jay Thomas of MacArthur Heights Baptist Church in Orange. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Huxley, Texas, on May 27, 1935, he was the son of George Buford Permenter and Ruthie Mae (Oswalt) Vaughn. Paul was a boilermaker by trade and was member of Local 587. He was extremely hardworking and was a good supervisor. During his years of working, he was able to travel the world working in many different places such as St. Croix, Japan, Suriname, Scotland, and Singapore. Paul truly enjoyed farming, fabricating, fishing, hunting, and anything outdoors. Westerns were Paul’s favorite genre of movies, he was a real prankster, and had nicknames for everyone. He was also a member of MacArthur Heights Baptist Church. Paul enjoyed many things in life, but what he enjoyed most of all was his grandkids and family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ruthie Vaughn and step-father, T.C. Vaughn; father, George Buford Permenter; and wife, Reba Faye Permenter.
He is survived by his fiancé, Jean Stidham of Orange; daughters, Paula Williams and husband, Damian of New Braunfels, Dana Perales and husband, Robert of Orange, Shelley Manning and husband, Douglas of Orange; grandchildren, Nicole (Colee) Pickett, Paige Perales, Shelby Perales, Shante Williams, Robert Manning, Mason Manning, and Maya Manning.
Serving as pallbearers will be Clay Vaughn, Keith Oswalt, Randy Oswalt, Joe Stidham, Tyler Schroeder, Garrett Schroeder, Jeff Lummus and Scott Peveto. Honorary pallbearers are Scott Schroeder and Steve Oswalt.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to MacArthur Heights Baptist Church at 3600 Nightingale St. Orange, Texas 77630 or to the National Kidney Foundation at 30 East 33rd St. New York, NY 10016.
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Claybar Funeral Home
May 23, 2014
Claybar Funeral Homes created a Tribute Video in memory of James Paul Permenter
Nikki Vannoy
May 22, 2014
To the family of Paul Permenter, I want to thank all of his girls and Ms. Jean for allowing me to be a small part of Paul's life. He was a character! I will always remember his big grin and his desire to live life on his own terms. He was full of determination and never let anything stop him from doing the things he loved. I had the pleasure of having many heart to heart talks with Paul over the years, and two things I know...He loved his family and he had a personal relationship with Jesus. My heart breaks for your loss, but rejoices in his gain. He is with his Lord and Savior now. At best, it's a temporary separation from his loved ones. So, today I celebrate Paul's life with each of you. Into paradise may the angels lead him. With love and respect, Nikki Vannoy, RN
Donna Cox Bufford
May 21, 2014
Donna Cox Bufford lit a candle in memory of James Paul Permenter
Anonymous
May 21, 2014
Blue Caribbean Bouquet was purchased for the family of James Paul Permenter.
Anonymous
May 21, 2014
A sympathy card was purchased for the family of James Paul Permenter.
Carolyn
May 20, 2014
I never met your dad but he raised a beautiful daughter, Shelley! I am praying for you and your family. I know he will be missed deeply. Remember the great times you shared.
Patti Peveto Martin
May 20, 2014
Every time I would see uncle Paul, I think about the time that Scott and Shane were 3 and 4 and we went swimming at aunt Reba and uncle Paul's house. We went quite often because Paula lived next door and Colee and the boys swam together... For some unknown reason Shane was afraid of uncle Paul.. Shane was standing at the deep end of the pool and couldn't swim... Uncle Paul walked out of the house and said loudly to Shane in a kidding voice "hey boy, what are you doing here" . Shane jumped in the deep end of the pool and I had to jump in after him clothes and all.... Everyone that I know had such respect for uncle Paul because he was such a great man. He also, along with aunt Reba raised three great daughters... I know aunt Reba was so happy to see the love of her life...and I'm sure that Andi is already harassing him........