Jack Dalton Kinard

Jack Dalton Kinard, age 87, of Houston, passed away on Friday the 2nd of June. He was born on the 3rd of May, 1930, the son of Ollie and Arthur Kinard. Jack was raised in Dallas, Texas and graduated from Southern Methodist University where he was an active member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity. After graduating from SMU, he then served his country in the US Navy for two years where he was elected Honor Man. Jack’s successful career in the floor coverings industry began with Armstrong before he joined L.D. Brinkman. He thrived at LD Brinkman, becoming the President and part owner, before starting his own company, Floor Zone LLC.

Jack married Daisy Flippen in 1956 and eventually settled down in Houston, where they built their family and long lasting friendships. Jack and his family have been members of the St. John the Divine Church since 1960. Over the years he served the church in numerous capacities, such as Financial Chairman of the Building Committee, Lay Reader, Lay Eucharistic Minister, and Representative of the Diocese Council. Jack was elected to the Church’s Vestry, where he served twice as the Senior Warden.

Jack was active in his community. He served many years on the board of the After Dinner Players. Jack spent many volunteer hours serving the military and hospitaller order of St. Lazarus of Jerusalem, a chivalric and church affiliated organization. He was a member of various social organizations including River Oaks Country Club and the Carribbe Dance Club.

Jack is predeceased by his parents, his sister, Beverly Field, and his infant daughter Louisa Grace. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Daisy, his two daughters Elizabeth Thomas, husband Russell Thomas, Beverly Herbert, and his granddaughter Katherine Herbert. He is also survived by his nephews Joe Field, Tom Field and John Field.

The memorial service is to be conducted at eleven o’clock in the morning on Wednesday, the 7th of June, at the Church of St. John the Divine, 2450 River Oaks Blvd in Houston, where the Rev. Dr. Clay Lein, Rector, is to officiate. Immediately following, all are invited to greet the family during a reception in the adjacent Sumners Hall.

In lieu of customary remembrances, memorial contribution may be directed to the Memorial Endowment Fund of St. John the Divine Church, 2450 River Oaks Blvd or to the AD Players, 5420 Westheimer Rd.