Obituaries for Melancon Levingston
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones in Nederland, Port Neches, and Groves, TX.
Raymond Joseph Lopez
June 6, 2024
Raymond Joseph Lopez, a beloved member of the Groves community, passed away peacefully in his home on June 6th, 2024. Ray, as he was affectionately known, was 89 years old. He was born on July 9, 1934, in Erath, Louisiana to his loving parents, Willie and Nola Lopez. Ray's life was dedicated to hard work...
Bobby "Hercy" Ephraim
June 5, 2024
Bobby "Hercy" Ephraim, 70, of Nederland, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas. Born on October 18, 1953, in Durham, NC. Bobby worked as a self-employed auto-body repairmen and was known for his passion tinkering with cars and fixing go-carts for his grandchildren. His commitment to his...
Raquel "Rockiee" Ledet
June 3, 2024
Raquel Ledet, known affectionately as “Rockiee”, was a vibrant soul who touched the lives of many with her creativity, kindness, and infectious energy. She passed away on June 3, 2024, in Houston, Texas, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew her. Born on June 23, 1991, in Port Arthur, Texas, Raquel had a passion for...
Mary Arnold
June 2, 2024
Mary Arnold, a loving soul who touched the hearts of many, passed away on June 2, 2024, in her hometown of Port Arthur, Texas. She was born on March 11, 1952, in the Port Arthur, Texas to her loving parents, Neal and Pearl Arnold. Mary's voice was a gift that she shared generously with all who were lucky enough to hear...
Georgia Castille
June 2, 2024
Georgia Castille, a devout Catholic, known for her unwavering faith and love for praying the Holy Rosary, peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024, in Port Neches, Texas. Born on April 10, 1921, in Arnaudville, Louisiana, to the late, Joseph Bergeron and Donathile Robin Bergeron, Georgia's life was a testament to kindness, faith, and love. Throughout...
Kenneth Einkauf
June 1, 2024
Kenneth Elwyn Einkauf, of Port Neches, died on June 1 at the age of 82. In his boyhood hometown of El Campo, Kenneth enjoyed playing tennis and working on the family farm. Family, tennis, and farming defined much of the rest of his life.
At Lamar College, he indulged his passion for tennis as well as his passion for Rosie Hilgemeier...
Clint Alton Hollier
June 1, 2024
Clint Alton Hollier, 64, of LaBelle, Texas passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024. Clint was born on August 23, 1959, in Port Arthur, Texas to Mary Ann (Lalonde) Hollier and Joseph Alton Hollier, Jr. Clint's love for Harley Davidson motorcycles was evident to all who knew him. Beyond his professional pursuits, he found solace in...
James Royce Harper
May 31, 2024
James Royce Harper, 61, of Port Neches passed away into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on Friday, May 31, 2024, at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston.
He was born to William “Royce” and Margie Harper on Sunday, August 12, 1962, in Port Arthur.
On July 26, 2003, James would marry the love of his life, Angela...
Joe Ervin Gotcher
May 31, 2024
Joe Ervin Gotcher of Nederland, Texas was born July 9, 1953, in Lubbock, Texas to Jack Myrl and Bobbye Jo Gotcher. He was the third born of four children. His family and he survived a horrific head-on collision with a drunk driver where he ended up in a coma for a week at the age of five, proving how much...
Ima Gene Brown
May 29, 2024
Ima Gene Brown, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on May 29, 2024 in Groves. She was born on August 19, 1927, in Chapman Community, Texas. Gene was a cherished member of the Val Verde Baptist Church for an impressive 77 years.Gene will be remembered for her unwavering dedication to her family, her passion for fishing which she...
Wanda J. Wilson
May 27, 2024
Wanda J. Wilson, a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother passed away on May 27, 2024, at the age of 80, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. Wanda was born on June 8, 1943, in Orange, Texas to Bertha Mae (Franklin) Tarver and Willie Parker Tarver.Wanda's professional career was marked by her commitment and excellence. She worked at the Texas...
Michael Ray Roy
May 26, 2024
Michael Ray Roy, 74, of Port Neches, Texas passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Michael was born in Orange, Texas on September 14, 1949 to the late, Lennis Pierre Roy and Mary Dorothy Boughton. Michael served his country proudly, in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam...
Phyllis Audrey Odom
May 25, 2024
Phyllis Audrey Odom, a beloved soul who graced this world with her laughter and presence, peacefully passed away at her home in Groves, Texas. She was born on November 20, 1939, in Port Arthur Texas to Audrey G Hildebrandt and Howard Guize.
Phyllis had a remarkable career as a Legal Secretary for 25 plus years at Port Arthur Abstract and Stewart...
Betty Ann Nectoux
May 24, 2024
Betty Ann Nectoux, a beloved figure in the Port Arthur community, passed away on May 24, 2024 at The University of Texas MD Anderson Hospital in Houston. She was 72 years old. Betty was born on August 8, 1951, at St. Mary's Hospital in Port Arthur, Texas. Betty was the daughter of Anthony “Tony” Terracina, Jr., and Margie...
Raymond Craig Green
May 24, 2024
Raymond Craig Green passed away on May 24, 2024. Born on September 22, 1960, in Port Arthur, Texas, to Ernest and Opal Green, and was the youngest of six children. Raymond's life embodied the phrase ‘unconditional love,’ a shining example of unwavering devotion and acceptance to those around him.
Throughout his life, Raymond placed great emphasis on the value of family...
Louis "Ray" Rayford Guzardo
May 24, 2024
Louis Rayford Guzardo of Nederland, Texas went to be with our Lord on May 24, 2024, at the age of 100. Rayford was born on April 6, 1924, in Nederland, Texas to Anthony “Tony” and Louise Champagne Guzardo. He graduated from Nederland High School in 1942, and attended Lamar University where he participated in track and field activities....
Charles R. Smith
May 23, 2024
Charles R. Smith,79, of Port Neches, Texas passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024, at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur. Born on October 21, 1944, in Orange, Texas to Ona and Charles Smith.Charles was a proud graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School in 1962, where he laid the foundation for his successful career. Charles was a research...
Chrystene Byrom
May 23, 2024
Chrystene Byrom, peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at the age of 94 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.Born on January 24, 1930, in Mills County, Texas to the late Susie Dunlap Pennington and Rev. L.C. Pennington, Chrystene's life was dedicated to caring for those around her. She touched the lives of many through her talents as a...
Edgar Orville Eaton, Jr.
May 21, 2024
Edgar Orville Eaton, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. A gathering of family and friends will be held Friday, May 24, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., followed by the Funeral Mass at 2:00 p.m., at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Port Neches. Edgar was born on June 10th, 1947 to Dora and Edgar Orville Eaton, Sr....
Don W. Manganice
May 19, 2024
Don W. Manganice, 70, of Groves, Texas passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at his residence in Groves.
Don was born on January 20, 1954, in Port Arthur, Texas to Clara Dionne Manganice and Fred Manganice, Sr. He was a retired Electrician with the I.B.E.W. for over 40 years. Don enjoyed the outdoors which included fishing and gardening.
Don is survived...
Raymond Joseph Lopez
June 6, 2024
Raymond Joseph Lopez, a beloved member of the Groves community, passed away peacefully in his home on June 6th, 2024. Ray, as he was affectionately known, was 89 years old. He was born on July 9, 1934, in Erath, Louisiana to his loving parents, Willie and Nola Lopez. Ray's life was dedicated to hard work...
Bobby "Hercy" Ephraim
June 5, 2024
Bobby "Hercy" Ephraim, 70, of Nederland, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas. Born on October 18, 1953, in Durham, NC. Bobby worked as a self-employed auto-body repairmen and was known for his passion tinkering with cars and fixing go-carts for his grandchildren. His commitment to his...
Raquel "Rockiee" Ledet
June 3, 2024
Raquel Ledet, known affectionately as “Rockiee”, was a vibrant soul who touched the lives of many with her creativity, kindness, and infectious energy. She passed away on June 3, 2024, in Houston, Texas, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew her. Born on June 23, 1991, in Port Arthur, Texas, Raquel had a passion for...
Mary Arnold
June 2, 2024
Mary Arnold, a loving soul who touched the hearts of many, passed away on June 2, 2024, in her hometown of Port Arthur, Texas. She was born on March 11, 1952, in the Port Arthur, Texas to her loving parents, Neal and Pearl Arnold. Mary's voice was a gift that she shared generously with all who were lucky enough to hear...
Georgia Castille
June 2, 2024
Georgia Castille, a devout Catholic, known for her unwavering faith and love for praying the Holy Rosary, peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024, in Port Neches, Texas. Born on April 10, 1921, in Arnaudville, Louisiana, to the late, Joseph Bergeron and Donathile Robin Bergeron, Georgia's life was a testament to kindness, faith, and love. Throughout...
Kenneth Einkauf
June 1, 2024
Kenneth Elwyn Einkauf, of Port Neches, died on June 1 at the age of 82. In his boyhood hometown of El Campo, Kenneth enjoyed playing tennis and working on the family farm. Family, tennis, and farming defined much of the rest of his life.
At Lamar College, he indulged his passion for tennis as well as his passion for Rosie Hilgemeier...
Clint Alton Hollier
June 1, 2024
Clint Alton Hollier, 64, of LaBelle, Texas passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024. Clint was born on August 23, 1959, in Port Arthur, Texas to Mary Ann (Lalonde) Hollier and Joseph Alton Hollier, Jr. Clint's love for Harley Davidson motorcycles was evident to all who knew him. Beyond his professional pursuits, he found solace in...
James Royce Harper
May 31, 2024
James Royce Harper, 61, of Port Neches passed away into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on Friday, May 31, 2024, at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston.
He was born to William “Royce” and Margie Harper on Sunday, August 12, 1962, in Port Arthur.
On July 26, 2003, James would marry the love of his life, Angela...
Joe Ervin Gotcher
May 31, 2024
Joe Ervin Gotcher of Nederland, Texas was born July 9, 1953, in Lubbock, Texas to Jack Myrl and Bobbye Jo Gotcher. He was the third born of four children. His family and he survived a horrific head-on collision with a drunk driver where he ended up in a coma for a week at the age of five, proving how much...
Ima Gene Brown
May 29, 2024
Ima Gene Brown, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on May 29, 2024 in Groves. She was born on August 19, 1927, in Chapman Community, Texas. Gene was a cherished member of the Val Verde Baptist Church for an impressive 77 years.Gene will be remembered for her unwavering dedication to her family, her passion for fishing which she...
Wanda J. Wilson
May 27, 2024
Wanda J. Wilson, a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother passed away on May 27, 2024, at the age of 80, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. Wanda was born on June 8, 1943, in Orange, Texas to Bertha Mae (Franklin) Tarver and Willie Parker Tarver.Wanda's professional career was marked by her commitment and excellence. She worked at the Texas...
Michael Ray Roy
May 26, 2024
Michael Ray Roy, 74, of Port Neches, Texas passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Michael was born in Orange, Texas on September 14, 1949 to the late, Lennis Pierre Roy and Mary Dorothy Boughton. Michael served his country proudly, in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam...
Phyllis Audrey Odom
May 25, 2024
Phyllis Audrey Odom, a beloved soul who graced this world with her laughter and presence, peacefully passed away at her home in Groves, Texas. She was born on November 20, 1939, in Port Arthur Texas to Audrey G Hildebrandt and Howard Guize.
Phyllis had a remarkable career as a Legal Secretary for 25 plus years at Port Arthur Abstract and Stewart...
Betty Ann Nectoux
May 24, 2024
Betty Ann Nectoux, a beloved figure in the Port Arthur community, passed away on May 24, 2024 at The University of Texas MD Anderson Hospital in Houston. She was 72 years old. Betty was born on August 8, 1951, at St. Mary's Hospital in Port Arthur, Texas. Betty was the daughter of Anthony “Tony” Terracina, Jr., and Margie...
Raymond Craig Green
May 24, 2024
Raymond Craig Green passed away on May 24, 2024. Born on September 22, 1960, in Port Arthur, Texas, to Ernest and Opal Green, and was the youngest of six children. Raymond's life embodied the phrase ‘unconditional love,’ a shining example of unwavering devotion and acceptance to those around him.
Throughout his life, Raymond placed great emphasis on the value of family...
Louis "Ray" Rayford Guzardo
May 24, 2024
Louis Rayford Guzardo of Nederland, Texas went to be with our Lord on May 24, 2024, at the age of 100. Rayford was born on April 6, 1924, in Nederland, Texas to Anthony “Tony” and Louise Champagne Guzardo. He graduated from Nederland High School in 1942, and attended Lamar University where he participated in track and field activities....
Charles R. Smith
May 23, 2024
Charles R. Smith,79, of Port Neches, Texas passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024, at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur. Born on October 21, 1944, in Orange, Texas to Ona and Charles Smith.Charles was a proud graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School in 1962, where he laid the foundation for his successful career. Charles was a research...
Chrystene Byrom
May 23, 2024
Chrystene Byrom, peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at the age of 94 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.Born on January 24, 1930, in Mills County, Texas to the late Susie Dunlap Pennington and Rev. L.C. Pennington, Chrystene's life was dedicated to caring for those around her. She touched the lives of many through her talents as a...
Edgar Orville Eaton, Jr.
May 21, 2024
Edgar Orville Eaton, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. A gathering of family and friends will be held Friday, May 24, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., followed by the Funeral Mass at 2:00 p.m., at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Port Neches. Edgar was born on June 10th, 1947 to Dora and Edgar Orville Eaton, Sr....
Don W. Manganice
May 19, 2024
Don W. Manganice, 70, of Groves, Texas passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at his residence in Groves.
Don was born on January 20, 1954, in Port Arthur, Texas to Clara Dionne Manganice and Fred Manganice, Sr. He was a retired Electrician with the I.B.E.W. for over 40 years. Don enjoyed the outdoors which included fishing and gardening.
Don is survived...