Patricia Tomlin, born on August 19, 1936, in Port Arthur, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, in Groves, Texas. She lived a life marked by deep love and unwavering dedication to her family.
Pat found immense joy in life's simple pleasures and grand adventures. She cherished watching Christmas Hallmark Movies, delighted in cooking delicious meals for her loved ones, loved reading western and romance novels, and embraced the excitement of traveling to new places. Above all, her greatest passion was her family, to whom she devoted her entire life.
Pat's loving memory will be forever cherished by her devoted children: sons Steve Tomlin and his wife, Deborah of Fairview, Texas, Jeff Tomlin and his wife, Karen of Princeton, Texas, and Richie Tomlin and his wife, Susie of Nederland; and daughters Debbie Spear and her husband, Tommy of Groves, and Stacey Klima and her husband, Mike of Port Acres. Her legacy continues through her twelve beloved grandchildren: Jason Tomlin and his wife, Selena, Melanie Turner and her husband, Will, Jeffery Tomlin and his wife, Cassie, Dustin Tomlin and his wife, Amanda, Sarah Ahrens and her husband, Jason, Derrick Spear and his wife, Erika, Austin Spear, Samantha Tomlin, Brittany Tomlin, Nicki Vara and her husband, Caleb, Jake Klima and his wife Meggan, and Allie Klima. She also leaves behind eleven cherished great-grandchildren.
Pat was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, Kenneth Tomlin, and her parents, Joseph and Orelia Rodrigue. Her warmth, kindness, strength, and loving spirit will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Pat's memory will be honored with the reciting of a Rosary on June 2, 2026 at 11:00 am, followed by a visitation beginning at 11:30 am until 12:30 pm to be held at Melancon Levingston Funeral Home, 5601 39th Street, Groves, Texas. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on June 2, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception/St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, 4100 Lincoln Avenue, Groves, Texas followed by a graveside service at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves, Texas.
Pat will be remembered for her love and devotion to her family and kindness that she extended to all who knew her.
The family would like to thank the members of the Hospice team and the healthcare team that took such great care of our Mother.