Obituaries for Melancon Levingston
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones in Nederland, Port Neches, and Groves, TX.
Gene Venable
April 10, 2024
Gene's life was a tapestry woven with threads of service and dedication. He proudly served his country in the Navy and later transitioned into a fruitful civilian life where his impact would be felt far and wide. Gene's commitment to community involvement was unparalleled as he tirelessly served on the Golden Triangle F.C.U. Board, Groves Chamber of Commerce as an...
John Vernon Laurents
April 9, 2024
In loving memory of John Vernon Laurents, (also known to many as “Bum”, “Mr. John”, and “Big John”), was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and cherished member of the community. John Vernon breathed his last on April 9, 2024, at his residence in Buna, Texas, leaving behind a legacy that will forever echo through the hearts he...
Travis Lawrence Hart
April 9, 2024
Travis Lawrence Hart, 84, of Baytown, Texas and formerly of Groves, Texas passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.Born October 21, 1939, in Collins, Arkansas, Travis led a remarkable life filled with service and dedication.Travis valued education and briefly attended Arkansas A&M College before his military service called. He was a...
Tammy Philen Reese
April 8, 2024
Tammy Philen Reese, known for her infectious humor and heart of gold, passed away on April 8, 2024, at the age of 60 in Beaumont, Texas. Tammy, affectionately called "MiMi" by those closest to her, will always be remembered for her vibrant personality and unwavering kindness.Born in Port Arthur, Texas on August 23, 1963, Tammy led a fulfilling life filled...
Dorothy Jean McCall
April 6, 2024
Dorothy Jean Bennett McCall, a beloved member of the community in Port Neches, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2024, at Bonne Vie Nursing Home in Port Arthur, Texas.
She was born on October 19, 1929, in Sabine County. Dorothy’s life was truly marked by her kindness, selflessness, and unwavering dedication to God and helping others.
Dorothy graduated from Hemphill High...
Shane Fontaine
April 6, 2024
Shane Fontaine, 50, of Lumberton, Texas passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024.
Shane was born on April 10, 1973, in Beaumont, Texas to Donna Bethel Fontaine and Robert Barry Fontaine. He was a man of Faith who loved his church, Grace River Chapel in Beaumont. Shane helped with the children at church and they loved him dearly. Part of his...
Patsy Ruth Theriot Bodin
April 5, 2024
Patsy Ruth Theriot Bodin, 87, of Nederland, Texas passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024, at her residence in Nederland.
Patsy was born on June 21, 1936, in Kaplan, Louisiana to Ida Babineaux Theriot and Odeon Theriot. She was a retired L.V.N. for St. Mary Hospital in Port Arthur for thirty years. Patsy enjoyed crocheting, knitting and anything to do with...
Louis Edward "Dutsy" Abshire
April 4, 2024
Louis Edward “Dutsy” Abshire of Port Neches passed away on Thursday, April 4th 2024 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.
Louis was born on November 10th, 1934 in Port Arthur, Texas to Ada Talbot Abshire and Paul Abshire. He was a retired Maintenance Supervisor with Quantum in Port Arthur for many years and served his country by enlisting in the...
Wanda Lee Carr Caraway
April 4, 2024
Wanda Lee Carr Caraway, a dedicated individual who spent 6 years contributing to various departments at Kmart, has peacefully passed away at her residence in Port Neches, Texas. She was born on June 1st, 1940, in Beaumont, Texas. Wanda will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.Throughout her life, Wanda's kind and compassionate nature shone...
Cheryl Kahclamat
April 3, 2024
Cheryl Kahclamat, 59 of Nederland, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 Cheryl was born July 27, 1964, to parents Rose and John C. Romero Sr. in Port Arthur, Texas, where she grew up. She moved around the state of Texas several times throughout her adult life, eventually settling in Nederland. Cheryl worked as a high school...
Audrey Jennusa
April 3, 2024
Audrey Jennusa, a beloved member of the Church on the Rock, has peacefully passed away at Oak Ridge Assisted Living in Beaumont, Texas. Her journey began on July 27, 1928, in Lafayette, LA, where she graced the world with her presence until her final breath on April 3, 2024. Audrey's life was a tapestry of love, faith, and dedication. She graduated...
Aline Henderson Gothia
April 1, 2024
Aline Henderson Gothia, 94, from Port Neches, Texas, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on Monday, April 1, 2024. Aline was born to Allen and Beulah Henderson on January 8, 1930.Aline Henderson Gothia was not just a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother but a beacon of strength and love for her family and community. Her legacy extends...
Angelina "Tootsie" Dartez
March 31, 2024
Angelina "Tootsie" Bruno Dartez, 87, a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, of Nederland, Texas, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024. She was known for her loving nature and devotion to her family and friends. Born on January 31, 1937, in Port Arthur, Texas, Tootsie graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School. Throughout her life, she cherished moments with her daughters,...
Belinda Gale Landry
March 30, 2024
Belinda Gale Landry, 73, of Beaumont, Texas passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024 in Port Arthur, Texas. She touched the lives of many with her unwavering compassion and understanding. She was known for her open-hearted nature, always ready to lend a listening ear and offer wise counsel to those in need. Her memory will be cherished by...
Gary Kirk Handel
March 29, 2024
Gary Kirk Handel, a retired pipeline operator from Colonial Pipeline, has peacefully passed away on March 29, 2024, at his residence in Broaddus, Texas. He was surrounded by his loving family during his final moments.Born on September 1, 1952, in Port Arthur, Texas, Gary was known as a selfless and simple man with a heart of gold. Throughout his life,...
Timothy Morgan Pendergrass
March 27, 2024
Timothy Morgan Pendergrass, affectionately known as Tim, passed away at his home in Nederland. He was born on October 21st. Tim was a dedicated baseball fan, with a particular love for the Atlanta Braves. His passion for the sport brought joy to those around him.In his journey through life, Tim was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Donna...
Wayne Lee Counterman
March 26, 2024
Wayne "Winky" Lee Counterman, age 76 of Port Neches Texas, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He had a prolonged battle with cancer that led to many other complications. He had loved ones with him at the time of his passing. Wayne was born on October 27, 1947 in...
Cynthia Richard
March 25, 2024
Cynthia Richard, 75, a beloved member of the community passed away at her residence surrounded by her family on Monday, March 25, 2024. Cynthia was born in Kaplan, Louisiana, on June 14, 1948, to Mabel Cecile (Adams) Saltzman and Wilman Pierre Saltzman, Sr. She was a faithful woman of God and a devout Christian who lived her life guided by...
Don Roy East
March 24, 2024
Don Roy East, 92, reached the end of his earthly journey on March 24, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He was born on March 20, 1932, in Port Arthur, Texas. He was the son of Elvin Franklin East and Myrhl Woodall East and was the youngest of their nine children. Don's life was marked by significant milestones and contributions....
Larry Gene Tomplait
March 24, 2024
Larry Gene Tomplait, 83, of Port Acres, Texas passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at his residence in Port Acres with his loving family at his side.
Larry was born on February 28, 1941, in Port Arthur, Texas to Eunice Vice Tomplait and Vencia Joseph Tomplait. He was a member of St. Theresa, the Little Flower of Jesus Catholic...
Gene Venable
April 10, 2024
Gene's life was a tapestry woven with threads of service and dedication. He proudly served his country in the Navy and later transitioned into a fruitful civilian life where his impact would be felt far and wide. Gene's commitment to community involvement was unparalleled as he tirelessly served on the Golden Triangle F.C.U. Board, Groves Chamber of Commerce as an...
John Vernon Laurents
April 9, 2024
In loving memory of John Vernon Laurents, (also known to many as “Bum”, “Mr. John”, and “Big John”), was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and cherished member of the community. John Vernon breathed his last on April 9, 2024, at his residence in Buna, Texas, leaving behind a legacy that will forever echo through the hearts he...
Travis Lawrence Hart
April 9, 2024
Travis Lawrence Hart, 84, of Baytown, Texas and formerly of Groves, Texas passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.Born October 21, 1939, in Collins, Arkansas, Travis led a remarkable life filled with service and dedication.Travis valued education and briefly attended Arkansas A&M College before his military service called. He was a...
Tammy Philen Reese
April 8, 2024
Tammy Philen Reese, known for her infectious humor and heart of gold, passed away on April 8, 2024, at the age of 60 in Beaumont, Texas. Tammy, affectionately called "MiMi" by those closest to her, will always be remembered for her vibrant personality and unwavering kindness.Born in Port Arthur, Texas on August 23, 1963, Tammy led a fulfilling life filled...
Dorothy Jean McCall
April 6, 2024
Dorothy Jean Bennett McCall, a beloved member of the community in Port Neches, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2024, at Bonne Vie Nursing Home in Port Arthur, Texas.
She was born on October 19, 1929, in Sabine County. Dorothy’s life was truly marked by her kindness, selflessness, and unwavering dedication to God and helping others.
Dorothy graduated from Hemphill High...
Shane Fontaine
April 6, 2024
Shane Fontaine, 50, of Lumberton, Texas passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024.
Shane was born on April 10, 1973, in Beaumont, Texas to Donna Bethel Fontaine and Robert Barry Fontaine. He was a man of Faith who loved his church, Grace River Chapel in Beaumont. Shane helped with the children at church and they loved him dearly. Part of his...
Patsy Ruth Theriot Bodin
April 5, 2024
Patsy Ruth Theriot Bodin, 87, of Nederland, Texas passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024, at her residence in Nederland.
Patsy was born on June 21, 1936, in Kaplan, Louisiana to Ida Babineaux Theriot and Odeon Theriot. She was a retired L.V.N. for St. Mary Hospital in Port Arthur for thirty years. Patsy enjoyed crocheting, knitting and anything to do with...
Louis Edward "Dutsy" Abshire
April 4, 2024
Louis Edward “Dutsy” Abshire of Port Neches passed away on Thursday, April 4th 2024 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.
Louis was born on November 10th, 1934 in Port Arthur, Texas to Ada Talbot Abshire and Paul Abshire. He was a retired Maintenance Supervisor with Quantum in Port Arthur for many years and served his country by enlisting in the...
Wanda Lee Carr Caraway
April 4, 2024
Wanda Lee Carr Caraway, a dedicated individual who spent 6 years contributing to various departments at Kmart, has peacefully passed away at her residence in Port Neches, Texas. She was born on June 1st, 1940, in Beaumont, Texas. Wanda will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.Throughout her life, Wanda's kind and compassionate nature shone...
Cheryl Kahclamat
April 3, 2024
Cheryl Kahclamat, 59 of Nederland, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 Cheryl was born July 27, 1964, to parents Rose and John C. Romero Sr. in Port Arthur, Texas, where she grew up. She moved around the state of Texas several times throughout her adult life, eventually settling in Nederland. Cheryl worked as a high school...
Audrey Jennusa
April 3, 2024
Audrey Jennusa, a beloved member of the Church on the Rock, has peacefully passed away at Oak Ridge Assisted Living in Beaumont, Texas. Her journey began on July 27, 1928, in Lafayette, LA, where she graced the world with her presence until her final breath on April 3, 2024. Audrey's life was a tapestry of love, faith, and dedication. She graduated...
Aline Henderson Gothia
April 1, 2024
Aline Henderson Gothia, 94, from Port Neches, Texas, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on Monday, April 1, 2024. Aline was born to Allen and Beulah Henderson on January 8, 1930.Aline Henderson Gothia was not just a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother but a beacon of strength and love for her family and community. Her legacy extends...
Angelina "Tootsie" Dartez
March 31, 2024
Angelina "Tootsie" Bruno Dartez, 87, a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, of Nederland, Texas, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024. She was known for her loving nature and devotion to her family and friends. Born on January 31, 1937, in Port Arthur, Texas, Tootsie graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School. Throughout her life, she cherished moments with her daughters,...
Belinda Gale Landry
March 30, 2024
Belinda Gale Landry, 73, of Beaumont, Texas passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024 in Port Arthur, Texas. She touched the lives of many with her unwavering compassion and understanding. She was known for her open-hearted nature, always ready to lend a listening ear and offer wise counsel to those in need. Her memory will be cherished by...
Gary Kirk Handel
March 29, 2024
Gary Kirk Handel, a retired pipeline operator from Colonial Pipeline, has peacefully passed away on March 29, 2024, at his residence in Broaddus, Texas. He was surrounded by his loving family during his final moments.Born on September 1, 1952, in Port Arthur, Texas, Gary was known as a selfless and simple man with a heart of gold. Throughout his life,...
Timothy Morgan Pendergrass
March 27, 2024
Timothy Morgan Pendergrass, affectionately known as Tim, passed away at his home in Nederland. He was born on October 21st. Tim was a dedicated baseball fan, with a particular love for the Atlanta Braves. His passion for the sport brought joy to those around him.In his journey through life, Tim was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Donna...
Wayne Lee Counterman
March 26, 2024
Wayne "Winky" Lee Counterman, age 76 of Port Neches Texas, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He had a prolonged battle with cancer that led to many other complications. He had loved ones with him at the time of his passing. Wayne was born on October 27, 1947 in...
Cynthia Richard
March 25, 2024
Cynthia Richard, 75, a beloved member of the community passed away at her residence surrounded by her family on Monday, March 25, 2024. Cynthia was born in Kaplan, Louisiana, on June 14, 1948, to Mabel Cecile (Adams) Saltzman and Wilman Pierre Saltzman, Sr. She was a faithful woman of God and a devout Christian who lived her life guided by...
Don Roy East
March 24, 2024
Don Roy East, 92, reached the end of his earthly journey on March 24, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He was born on March 20, 1932, in Port Arthur, Texas. He was the son of Elvin Franklin East and Myrhl Woodall East and was the youngest of their nine children. Don's life was marked by significant milestones and contributions....
Larry Gene Tomplait
March 24, 2024
Larry Gene Tomplait, 83, of Port Acres, Texas passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at his residence in Port Acres with his loving family at his side.
Larry was born on February 28, 1941, in Port Arthur, Texas to Eunice Vice Tomplait and Vencia Joseph Tomplait. He was a member of St. Theresa, the Little Flower of Jesus Catholic...