He was born in Masontown, W. V. on May 27, 1934. He had a career in instrumentation for Champion & Simpson Paper Mill for 42 years.
He was a member of: the Pasadena Volunteer Fire Department, President of the Champion Rod and Gun Club. He had a passion for hunting and visiting our National Parks.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, and Frances, his wife of 58 years.
He is survived by his three children: Gwyn Laird, Cheryl Hiser and Paul Tichenor, five grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.
A visitation for Thelbert will be held Friday, December 29, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Grand View Funeral Home, 8501 Spencer Highway, Pasadena, TX 77505. A celebration of life will occur Saturday, December 30, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, 8501 Spencer Highway, Pasadena, TX 77505. A graveside service will occur Saturday, December 30, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 8501 Spencer Highway, Pasadena, TX 77505.