Obituaries for Melancon Levingston
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones in Nederland, Port Neches, and Groves, TX.
Robert Lynn Heaslet
February 21, 2024
Robert Lynn Heaslet, 66, of Nederland, Texas passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at his residence in Nederland with his loving family at his side.
Robert was born on September 18, 1957, in Port Arthur, Texas to Dorothy Marie Peterson Heaslet and James William Heaslet, Sr. He was a retired maintenance supervisor for the City of Port Arthur Transit...
Michael "Mike" Price
February 19, 2024
Michael "Mike" Price, a beloved son, brother, husband, stepfather, and cherished member of the community, passed away on February 19, 2024, in Houston, Texas. He was born on August 4, 1959, in Port Arthur, Texas.
Throughout his life, Mike touched the hearts of many with his kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication. He will be remembered for his gentle spirit and the...
Avila E. Arcala, MD
February 15, 2024
Avila E. Arcala, MD, passed away in Everett, Washington, on Thursday, February 15, 2024, after a brief illness. She was born to Quintin and Andrea Estrada in La Union, Philippines, on April 10, 1943, the fifth of seven children. Avila and her husband, Federico Arcala, MD, practiced medicine in Chicago and then in Southeast Texas for 35 years. He preceded...
Bevil Eugene Deckert
February 14, 2024
Bevil Eugene Deckert, a cherished individual who touched the lives of many, has passed away at his residence in Port Neches, Texas. Born on August 19, 1950, in Liberty, Texas, Bevil lived a life filled with remarkable accomplishments and profound connections.
A memorial service will be held in tribute to Bevil's extraordinary life. It will take place on February 18, 2024,...
Samuel Joseph Lapoint
February 14, 2024
Samuel Joseph Lapoint, infant son of Dillon and Catherine Lapoint passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Samuel is survived by his loving parents, Dillon and Catherine Lapoint of Nederland, Texas; his big sister, Ella Grace Lapoint of Nederland; his grandparents, Leonard and Jeanie Lapoint of Nederland, and Alan and...
John William Carlsen
February 12, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bill Carlsen,86, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Bill's journey began on January 3, 1938, in Port Arthur, Texas. Born to Gustav and Carolyn Marie Carlsen, he grew up surrounded by love and support which helped shape him into the remarkable person he became. A visitation will be held on...
Paul Smith
February 11, 2024
Paul Smith, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at his residence in Nederland, Texas on February 11, 2024. He was surrounded by his loving family during his final moments. Paul lived a remarkable life filled with dedication, service, and a passion for craftsmanship.
Born in Port Arthur on November 7, 1933, Paul was the son of Mildred...
Mevelyn Skinner Manning
February 11, 2024
Mevelyn Skinner Manning, a beloved member of the community, passed away on February 11, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness. She was born on October 31, 1943, in Nederland, Texas to Evelyn (Clark) Skinner and Virgil Lee Skinner. After a successful career spanning 20 years Mevelyn retired from At&T where she worked as a...
Oscar M. "Bud" (Honey) Joffrion, Jr.
February 10, 2024
Oscar M. "Bud" (Honey) Joffrion, Jr., affectionately known as Bud, left an indelible mark on the hearts of his family, friends, and community. With immense sadness and an unexpected turn of events, Bud passed away suddenly on February 10, 2024, in his hometown of Port Arthur, Texas.
Born on September 7, 1953, in Port Arthur to...
Helen Rose Daily
February 10, 2024
Helen Rose Daily, 89, of Nederland, Texas passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas with her loving family at her side.
Helen was born on August 13, 1934, in Church Point, Louisiana to Leora Savoy Richard and Wilbur Richard. She was a retired switch board operator for the City of Port Arthur and attended St....
Janice Hamble Kringel
February 9, 2024
A native Houstonian, Janice Hamble Kringel was born in 1935 at Methodist Hospital. Janice grew up in Houston, attended Lamar High School and graduated from the University of Houston as a Registered Nurse. Janice always said the best day of her life was when Dave Heinrich, a dental student and hospital orderly, introduced her to his fraternity brother Roland Kringel....
Audrey M. Daniel
February 9, 2024
Audrey May McKisson Daniel, 95 of Groves, Texas was born in Lima, Ohio, December 08, 1928. Audrey passed on from this life at Lucas Place in Beaumont, Texas on Friday, February 09, 2024.
Visitation will be at Levingston Funeral Home in Groves on Saturday, February 17, 2024, from 10 -11am. The funeral service for Audrey will commence at 11:00am at the...
John E. "Johnny" Cormier
February 9, 2024
John E. “Johnny” Cormier, 75, of Groves, Texas, passed away on February 9, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at Melancon Levingston Funeral Home in Port Neches, followed by a rosary at 10:30 a.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 13, 2024,...
Maryann Reid Duplantis
February 9, 2024
Maryann Reid Duplantis
November 15, 1934 – February 9, 2024
Maryann Reid Duplantis, 89, of Port Arthur, TX, passed away on February 9, 2024. She was born November 15, 1934, to Robert (Bob) Bledsoe Reid and Roxie Ragsdale Reid.
She graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School (1 year early) in 1953, then later earned a degree from Port Arthur College (later known as...
Kane Cole Adams
February 8, 2024
Kane Cole Adams Sr., 33, of Port Arthur, Texas, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2024.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 15, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Melancon Levingston Funeral Home in Groves.
Prayer services will follow at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 15, 2024.
Kane was born in Port Arthur, Texas, on September 19, 1990, he...
Donald "Don" Anglin
February 7, 2024
Donald "Don" Anglin, beloved husband of Barbara Anglin and step-father to Lindsey Ross Lefort, departed earth into the arms of his LORD on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at his residence.in Port Neches.
Don was born on February 25, 1946, in Port Arthur, Texas, to his beloved parents Donald and Hildegard Anglin.
Don's career journey was diverse and filled with determination. He began...
Michael Joseph Casey
February 6, 2024
Captain Michael J. Casey was called home on February 6, 2024.
He was born on October 6, 1940, in County Clare, Ireland. He was predeceased by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Casey, his wife, Dixie Casey, and his son, Kenneth Davis. His survivors include his son, Greg Davis and wife Patsy, daughter Kay Doucet, son Gary Davis and wife Lisa,...
Marjorie "Maggie" Thibodeaux
February 6, 2024
Marjorie Dean Thibodeaux, 76, of Nederland, Texas known fondly as "Maggie," passed away peacefully at her residence on February 6, 2024 with her loving family at her side.
She was born on February 10, 1947, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Lelia Camille Day Murphy and Calvin Seth Murphy. Maggie was a member of First Baptist Church in Nederland. She had a...
Charles Ronald Feldschau
February 5, 2024
Charles Ronald Feldschau, 65, of Port Neches, Texas passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024, at Sabine County Hospital in Hemphill, Texas.
Charles was born on August 1, 1958, to Cora Mavis Hufstetler Feldschau and James T. Feldschau, Sr. He graduated from Port Neches High School in 1976 and was a retired pole yard manager for Entergy for thirty-five years. Charles...
Ella Mae McKinney
February 4, 2024
Ella McKinney, 85, a resident of Bridge City, Texas, peacefully passed away in the comfort of her residence on Sunday, February 4, 2024. She was 85 years old.
Friends and family will gather to pay their respects during the visitation hours at Melancon Levingston Funeral Home in Groves, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.
A heartfelt funeral...
Robert Lynn Heaslet
February 21, 2024
Robert Lynn Heaslet, 66, of Nederland, Texas passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at his residence in Nederland with his loving family at his side.
Robert was born on September 18, 1957, in Port Arthur, Texas to Dorothy Marie Peterson Heaslet and James William Heaslet, Sr. He was a retired maintenance supervisor for the City of Port Arthur Transit...
Michael "Mike" Price
February 19, 2024
Michael "Mike" Price, a beloved son, brother, husband, stepfather, and cherished member of the community, passed away on February 19, 2024, in Houston, Texas. He was born on August 4, 1959, in Port Arthur, Texas.
Throughout his life, Mike touched the hearts of many with his kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication. He will be remembered for his gentle spirit and the...
Avila E. Arcala, MD
February 15, 2024
Avila E. Arcala, MD, passed away in Everett, Washington, on Thursday, February 15, 2024, after a brief illness. She was born to Quintin and Andrea Estrada in La Union, Philippines, on April 10, 1943, the fifth of seven children. Avila and her husband, Federico Arcala, MD, practiced medicine in Chicago and then in Southeast Texas for 35 years. He preceded...
Bevil Eugene Deckert
February 14, 2024
Bevil Eugene Deckert, a cherished individual who touched the lives of many, has passed away at his residence in Port Neches, Texas. Born on August 19, 1950, in Liberty, Texas, Bevil lived a life filled with remarkable accomplishments and profound connections.
A memorial service will be held in tribute to Bevil's extraordinary life. It will take place on February 18, 2024,...
Samuel Joseph Lapoint
February 14, 2024
Samuel Joseph Lapoint, infant son of Dillon and Catherine Lapoint passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Samuel is survived by his loving parents, Dillon and Catherine Lapoint of Nederland, Texas; his big sister, Ella Grace Lapoint of Nederland; his grandparents, Leonard and Jeanie Lapoint of Nederland, and Alan and...
John William Carlsen
February 12, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bill Carlsen,86, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Bill's journey began on January 3, 1938, in Port Arthur, Texas. Born to Gustav and Carolyn Marie Carlsen, he grew up surrounded by love and support which helped shape him into the remarkable person he became. A visitation will be held on...
Paul Smith
February 11, 2024
Paul Smith, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at his residence in Nederland, Texas on February 11, 2024. He was surrounded by his loving family during his final moments. Paul lived a remarkable life filled with dedication, service, and a passion for craftsmanship.
Born in Port Arthur on November 7, 1933, Paul was the son of Mildred...
Mevelyn Skinner Manning
February 11, 2024
Mevelyn Skinner Manning, a beloved member of the community, passed away on February 11, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness. She was born on October 31, 1943, in Nederland, Texas to Evelyn (Clark) Skinner and Virgil Lee Skinner. After a successful career spanning 20 years Mevelyn retired from At&T where she worked as a...
Oscar M. "Bud" (Honey) Joffrion, Jr.
February 10, 2024
Oscar M. "Bud" (Honey) Joffrion, Jr., affectionately known as Bud, left an indelible mark on the hearts of his family, friends, and community. With immense sadness and an unexpected turn of events, Bud passed away suddenly on February 10, 2024, in his hometown of Port Arthur, Texas.
Born on September 7, 1953, in Port Arthur to...
Helen Rose Daily
February 10, 2024
Helen Rose Daily, 89, of Nederland, Texas passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas with her loving family at her side.
Helen was born on August 13, 1934, in Church Point, Louisiana to Leora Savoy Richard and Wilbur Richard. She was a retired switch board operator for the City of Port Arthur and attended St....
Janice Hamble Kringel
February 9, 2024
A native Houstonian, Janice Hamble Kringel was born in 1935 at Methodist Hospital. Janice grew up in Houston, attended Lamar High School and graduated from the University of Houston as a Registered Nurse. Janice always said the best day of her life was when Dave Heinrich, a dental student and hospital orderly, introduced her to his fraternity brother Roland Kringel....
Audrey M. Daniel
February 9, 2024
Audrey May McKisson Daniel, 95 of Groves, Texas was born in Lima, Ohio, December 08, 1928. Audrey passed on from this life at Lucas Place in Beaumont, Texas on Friday, February 09, 2024.
Visitation will be at Levingston Funeral Home in Groves on Saturday, February 17, 2024, from 10 -11am. The funeral service for Audrey will commence at 11:00am at the...
John E. "Johnny" Cormier
February 9, 2024
John E. “Johnny” Cormier, 75, of Groves, Texas, passed away on February 9, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at Melancon Levingston Funeral Home in Port Neches, followed by a rosary at 10:30 a.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 13, 2024,...
Maryann Reid Duplantis
February 9, 2024
Maryann Reid Duplantis
November 15, 1934 – February 9, 2024
Maryann Reid Duplantis, 89, of Port Arthur, TX, passed away on February 9, 2024. She was born November 15, 1934, to Robert (Bob) Bledsoe Reid and Roxie Ragsdale Reid.
She graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School (1 year early) in 1953, then later earned a degree from Port Arthur College (later known as...
Kane Cole Adams
February 8, 2024
Kane Cole Adams Sr., 33, of Port Arthur, Texas, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2024.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 15, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Melancon Levingston Funeral Home in Groves.
Prayer services will follow at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 15, 2024.
Kane was born in Port Arthur, Texas, on September 19, 1990, he...
Donald "Don" Anglin
February 7, 2024
Donald "Don" Anglin, beloved husband of Barbara Anglin and step-father to Lindsey Ross Lefort, departed earth into the arms of his LORD on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at his residence.in Port Neches.
Don was born on February 25, 1946, in Port Arthur, Texas, to his beloved parents Donald and Hildegard Anglin.
Don's career journey was diverse and filled with determination. He began...
Michael Joseph Casey
February 6, 2024
Captain Michael J. Casey was called home on February 6, 2024.
He was born on October 6, 1940, in County Clare, Ireland. He was predeceased by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Casey, his wife, Dixie Casey, and his son, Kenneth Davis. His survivors include his son, Greg Davis and wife Patsy, daughter Kay Doucet, son Gary Davis and wife Lisa,...
Marjorie "Maggie" Thibodeaux
February 6, 2024
Marjorie Dean Thibodeaux, 76, of Nederland, Texas known fondly as "Maggie," passed away peacefully at her residence on February 6, 2024 with her loving family at her side.
She was born on February 10, 1947, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Lelia Camille Day Murphy and Calvin Seth Murphy. Maggie was a member of First Baptist Church in Nederland. She had a...
Charles Ronald Feldschau
February 5, 2024
Charles Ronald Feldschau, 65, of Port Neches, Texas passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024, at Sabine County Hospital in Hemphill, Texas.
Charles was born on August 1, 1958, to Cora Mavis Hufstetler Feldschau and James T. Feldschau, Sr. He graduated from Port Neches High School in 1976 and was a retired pole yard manager for Entergy for thirty-five years. Charles...
Ella Mae McKinney
February 4, 2024
Ella McKinney, 85, a resident of Bridge City, Texas, peacefully passed away in the comfort of her residence on Sunday, February 4, 2024. She was 85 years old.
Friends and family will gather to pay their respects during the visitation hours at Melancon Levingston Funeral Home in Groves, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.
A heartfelt funeral...