David Larry Laing

David was born in Port Arthur, Texas on December 31, 1948 to parents Era Claunch Laing and Monroe Laing. David graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1967 and went to work with his brother and father at Texaco Refinery. The country was actively involved in the Vietnam War during this time and fearing the possibility of being drafted into the Army, David enlisted in the Navy. He received his draft papers one week later.

David served in the Navy as a Radioman on the USS Horne. His journeys with the Navy led him to the Philippines, where he met the love of his life, Delia Amor. They were married on September 27, 1969. Their eldest daughter, Joyce, was born during their time in the Philippines. After serving 4 years, David left the Navy and brought his family back to Port Arthur, Texas. Shortly after returning back to Texas, the family was blessed with two more daughters, Christina and Nida. David returned back to his position with Texaco Refinery, where he worked for 37 years and retired in 2005.

David was a beloved husband, father, PawPaw, Great-PawPaw, uncle, and friend. He never met a stranger and would hold a conversation with anyone that crossed his path, particularly those that happened to ride with him in an elevator. He loved fishing and sports and was an avid fan of the Houston Astros, Houston Texans, and the Dallas Cowboys. He was a gentle soul and a doting, caring father to his Laing Girls. His ardent love and devotion were to his wife of 56 years, Delia. David was a good and kind man with an infectious smile and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Delia Laing of Beaumont, Texas, daughters Joyce Laing-Toedter and significate other Kevin Kaup of Dickinson, Texas, Christina McMillion and significant other Jarrell Perrin of Seagoville, Texas, and Nida Kennon and husband Ricky of Mittie, Louisiana; Grandchildren Devon Toedter, Chelsie McMillion, Caitlin Gordon and husband Jeremy, Justice McMillon and wife Chalas, Cleveland Kennon, Amor Kennon, and Laingston Kennon; Great-Grandchildren Zethena McMillion and Dakota Gordon.

David is preceded in death by his parents, Monroe and Era Laing, and by his brothers Donald Laing and Jimmy Laing.

Viewing will be held on Friday, September 11th at Grammier-Oberle Funeral Home from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.

Funeral will be at 1:00 pm, with a Graveside Service to follow at Greenlawn Cemetery.