Obituaries for Melancon Levingston
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones in Nederland, Port Neches, and Groves, TX.
James Riley Borel
September 8, 2025
James Riley Borel, 86, of Zavalla, Texas passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025 at Harbor Hospice in Jasper, Texas. James was born on August 13, 1939 in Port Arthur, Texas to the late James Louis and Mary Nell Broussard Borel.
James attended Bishop Byrne High School where he graduated in 1957. He was in the United States Coast Guard Reserve...
Rebeca A. Montoya Tenorio
September 6, 2025
Rebeca A. Montoya Tenorio, a loving and devoted mother, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, in Galveston, Texas, at the age of 41. Born on December 20, 1983, in Managua, Nicaragua, Rebeca was known for her loud, vivacious personality and her good-hearted, caring nature. She loved everyone around her and made it her mission to spread joy and warmth...
Rita Gayle Coffman Dombrosky
September 6, 2025
Rita Gayle Coffman Dombrosky, a beloved member of her community and cherished matriarch, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, in Colleyville, Texas, at the age of 86. Born on July 20, 1939, in Duncan, Oklahoma to B.B. and Jewel McCutchen Coffman, Rita dedicated her life to her family and friends. She enjoyed serving others and could often be found...
Kayla Renee Adaway
September 6, 2025
Kayla Renee Adaway, a cherished mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on September 6, 2025, in Port Neches, Texas. Born on November 29, 1985, in Galveston, Texas, she graced this world with her presence for nearly four decades, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness.
Kayla dedicated her professional life to O'Reilly Auto Parts, where she served as a...
M. L. "Bubba" Reese
September 5, 2025
M. L. "Bubba" Reese, a cherished member of the Port Neches community, passed away on September 5, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on May 15, 1935, in Caldwell, Texas, Bubba lived a life that was marked by dedication, hard work, and a profound commitment to family and faith.
He enjoyed a long and fulfilling career, working for Jefferson Chemical,...
Charles Moak
September 5, 2025
Charles Moak, 60, of Groves, Texas, passed away unexpectedly in a car accident on September 5th, 2025, in Nome, Texas.He was born on March 19, 1965, at Mid- Jefferson hospital in Nederland, Texas, to Mary Maxine Jennings Moak and Billy Joe Moak Sr. Charles grew up in Groves and graduated from Port Neches-Groves High School.Charles dedicated over 30 years of...
Noreen Maxwell Horton Freeman
September 4, 2025
Noreen Maxwell Horton Freeman, born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on October 15, 1934, gently departed this life on September 4, 2025. She spent her final moments peacefully at her residence, leaving behind a legacy that will ever remain cherished in the hearts of her family and friends.
Noreen led a rich and fulfilling life, marked by her dedication to family, her career,...
S. D. Strickland
September 4, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of S. D. Strickland, who departed this life on September 4, 2025, in Orange, Texas, at the age of 87. Born on July 23, 1938, he embodied the spirit of a dedicated family man and a committed community member throughout his life as well as a faithful member of The...
Pamela "Pam" Huckaby
September 3, 2025
Pam Huckaby was a force to be reckoned with. If you needed something done, you just asked her and it got done. To talk to her was interesting, you couldn't get a word. in edgewise, you just listened
Pam, a beloved roller-skating rink owner and cherished member of the Port Neches community, passed away on September 3, 2025, in Port Arthur,...
Lance Everett Foster
September 3, 2025
Lance Everett Foster, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on September 3, 2025, at the age of 46 in Beaumont, Texas. Born on November 18, 1978, in Nederland, Texas, Lance was a shining light in the lives of all who knew him.
Lance dedicated a significant part of his life to his career at Golden Pass LNG, where he...
Jerry Wayne Sterling
September 3, 2025
Jerry Wayne Sterling, 76, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, in Port Arthur, Texas. Jerry was born on November 19, 1948, in Port Arthur to Lawrence Washington Sterling and Velma Mary “Pete” Laurents Sterling, Jerry lived a life full of heart and dedication to family.
A lifelong resident of Port Neches, Texas, Jerry was known for his deep love of...
Bill F. Landry
September 2, 2025
Willie "Bill" F. Landry, a beloved figure known for his unwavering commitment to service, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. Born on June 3, 1943, in Port Arthur, Texas, Bill dedicated a significant part of his life to serving his country, contributing his efforts in both the United States Army and the Navy Dredge Unit. This...
Luther John Trahan
September 1, 2025
Luther John Trahan, a cherished husband, devoted father, loving grandfather, and respected community member, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. Born on July 16, 1945, in Hayes, Louisiana, Luther graced the lives of many throughout his 80 years.
A proud veteran, Luther honorably served in the U.S. Navy, embodying the values of duty...
Ervin C. Marchand
August 31, 2025
Ervin C. Marchand, a dedicated family man and talented operator, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas, born on October 28, 1943, in Galveston, Texas, Ervin lived a fulfilling life characterized by his love and his passion for the sea.
Throughout his career as an operator for Firestone in Orange, Ervin demonstrated a strong work ethic and a...
Zelma Bourg Welty
August 30, 2025
Zelma would like to let you know that her work here is done. She received a call—a sort of an offer that she couldn’t refuse—for an appointment from which she will not be returning. This assignment comes with a huge sign-on bonus, a reunion with family, her husband William (Red) Welty, son Timothy Welty, and daughters, Christal Welty Peters and...
Kevin D. Veal
August 29, 2025
Kevin D. Veal, a beloved member of our community, son, brother, and uncle, departed this world on August 29, 2025, at the age of fifty-four, in Houston, Texas. Born on May 24, 1971, in Port Arthur, Texas, Kevin was a man of compassion and service in all aspects of his life.
After a dedicated career spanning 37 years with the State...
Kathryn Hanlon
August 28, 2025
Kathryn Hanlon, beloved teacher and cherished family matriarch, was born on August 14, 1951, in Austin, Texas. She peacefully passed away on August 28, 2025, in Galveston, Texas, surrounded by the love of her family.
A dedicated educator for over 30 years, Kathryn taught at Port Neches-Groves High School, where she inspired countless students with her passion for learning and commitment...
Shirley Peecher
August 26, 2025
Shirley Peecher, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on October 23, 1928, in Leesville, Louisiana, she dedicated her life to nurturing her family and faithfully serving the Lord. Shirley will be remembered for her gentle, kind spirit and the joy she found in...
Victor L. Kelly, Jr.
August 26, 2025
Victor L. Kelly, Jr., son of Victor L Kelly and Margaret Addcox Kelly, passed from this earthly life on August 26, 2025.
His wife of sixty-five years, Faye C. Kelly, preceded him in death in 2019.
He is survived by his daughters, Sharon DeLord and her husband, Jeff, Susan Perkins, and Stacy Simmons, grandchildren, Brian DeLord and his wife, Dalhia, Breann Alatorre...
Billie Ruth Allen
August 24, 2025
Billie Ruth Allen, 84, of Nederland, Texas, formerly of Brookeland and Fannett Texas passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025 at the Medical Center of Southeast Texas. She was born in Ratcliff, Texas to Tom Ray and Ethel Beatrice Smith on September 5, 1940.
Billie enjoyed watching sports, especially the Dallas Cowboys. She also enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren play their...
James Riley Borel
September 8, 2025
James Riley Borel, 86, of Zavalla, Texas passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025 at Harbor Hospice in Jasper, Texas. James was born on August 13, 1939 in Port Arthur, Texas to the late James Louis and Mary Nell Broussard Borel.
James attended Bishop Byrne High School where he graduated in 1957. He was in the United States Coast Guard Reserve...
Rebeca A. Montoya Tenorio
September 6, 2025
Rebeca A. Montoya Tenorio, a loving and devoted mother, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, in Galveston, Texas, at the age of 41. Born on December 20, 1983, in Managua, Nicaragua, Rebeca was known for her loud, vivacious personality and her good-hearted, caring nature. She loved everyone around her and made it her mission to spread joy and warmth...
Rita Gayle Coffman Dombrosky
September 6, 2025
Rita Gayle Coffman Dombrosky, a beloved member of her community and cherished matriarch, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, in Colleyville, Texas, at the age of 86. Born on July 20, 1939, in Duncan, Oklahoma to B.B. and Jewel McCutchen Coffman, Rita dedicated her life to her family and friends. She enjoyed serving others and could often be found...
Kayla Renee Adaway
September 6, 2025
Kayla Renee Adaway, a cherished mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on September 6, 2025, in Port Neches, Texas. Born on November 29, 1985, in Galveston, Texas, she graced this world with her presence for nearly four decades, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness.
Kayla dedicated her professional life to O'Reilly Auto Parts, where she served as a...
M. L. "Bubba" Reese
September 5, 2025
M. L. "Bubba" Reese, a cherished member of the Port Neches community, passed away on September 5, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on May 15, 1935, in Caldwell, Texas, Bubba lived a life that was marked by dedication, hard work, and a profound commitment to family and faith.
He enjoyed a long and fulfilling career, working for Jefferson Chemical,...
Charles Moak
September 5, 2025
Charles Moak, 60, of Groves, Texas, passed away unexpectedly in a car accident on September 5th, 2025, in Nome, Texas.He was born on March 19, 1965, at Mid- Jefferson hospital in Nederland, Texas, to Mary Maxine Jennings Moak and Billy Joe Moak Sr. Charles grew up in Groves and graduated from Port Neches-Groves High School.Charles dedicated over 30 years of...
Noreen Maxwell Horton Freeman
September 4, 2025
Noreen Maxwell Horton Freeman, born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on October 15, 1934, gently departed this life on September 4, 2025. She spent her final moments peacefully at her residence, leaving behind a legacy that will ever remain cherished in the hearts of her family and friends.
Noreen led a rich and fulfilling life, marked by her dedication to family, her career,...
S. D. Strickland
September 4, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of S. D. Strickland, who departed this life on September 4, 2025, in Orange, Texas, at the age of 87. Born on July 23, 1938, he embodied the spirit of a dedicated family man and a committed community member throughout his life as well as a faithful member of The...
Pamela "Pam" Huckaby
September 3, 2025
Pam Huckaby was a force to be reckoned with. If you needed something done, you just asked her and it got done. To talk to her was interesting, you couldn't get a word. in edgewise, you just listened
Pam, a beloved roller-skating rink owner and cherished member of the Port Neches community, passed away on September 3, 2025, in Port Arthur,...
Lance Everett Foster
September 3, 2025
Lance Everett Foster, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on September 3, 2025, at the age of 46 in Beaumont, Texas. Born on November 18, 1978, in Nederland, Texas, Lance was a shining light in the lives of all who knew him.
Lance dedicated a significant part of his life to his career at Golden Pass LNG, where he...
Jerry Wayne Sterling
September 3, 2025
Jerry Wayne Sterling, 76, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, in Port Arthur, Texas. Jerry was born on November 19, 1948, in Port Arthur to Lawrence Washington Sterling and Velma Mary “Pete” Laurents Sterling, Jerry lived a life full of heart and dedication to family.
A lifelong resident of Port Neches, Texas, Jerry was known for his deep love of...
Bill F. Landry
September 2, 2025
Willie "Bill" F. Landry, a beloved figure known for his unwavering commitment to service, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. Born on June 3, 1943, in Port Arthur, Texas, Bill dedicated a significant part of his life to serving his country, contributing his efforts in both the United States Army and the Navy Dredge Unit. This...
Luther John Trahan
September 1, 2025
Luther John Trahan, a cherished husband, devoted father, loving grandfather, and respected community member, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. Born on July 16, 1945, in Hayes, Louisiana, Luther graced the lives of many throughout his 80 years.
A proud veteran, Luther honorably served in the U.S. Navy, embodying the values of duty...
Ervin C. Marchand
August 31, 2025
Ervin C. Marchand, a dedicated family man and talented operator, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas, born on October 28, 1943, in Galveston, Texas, Ervin lived a fulfilling life characterized by his love and his passion for the sea.
Throughout his career as an operator for Firestone in Orange, Ervin demonstrated a strong work ethic and a...
Zelma Bourg Welty
August 30, 2025
Zelma would like to let you know that her work here is done. She received a call—a sort of an offer that she couldn’t refuse—for an appointment from which she will not be returning. This assignment comes with a huge sign-on bonus, a reunion with family, her husband William (Red) Welty, son Timothy Welty, and daughters, Christal Welty Peters and...
Kevin D. Veal
August 29, 2025
Kevin D. Veal, a beloved member of our community, son, brother, and uncle, departed this world on August 29, 2025, at the age of fifty-four, in Houston, Texas. Born on May 24, 1971, in Port Arthur, Texas, Kevin was a man of compassion and service in all aspects of his life.
After a dedicated career spanning 37 years with the State...
Kathryn Hanlon
August 28, 2025
Kathryn Hanlon, beloved teacher and cherished family matriarch, was born on August 14, 1951, in Austin, Texas. She peacefully passed away on August 28, 2025, in Galveston, Texas, surrounded by the love of her family.
A dedicated educator for over 30 years, Kathryn taught at Port Neches-Groves High School, where she inspired countless students with her passion for learning and commitment...
Shirley Peecher
August 26, 2025
Shirley Peecher, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on October 23, 1928, in Leesville, Louisiana, she dedicated her life to nurturing her family and faithfully serving the Lord. Shirley will be remembered for her gentle, kind spirit and the joy she found in...
Victor L. Kelly, Jr.
August 26, 2025
Victor L. Kelly, Jr., son of Victor L Kelly and Margaret Addcox Kelly, passed from this earthly life on August 26, 2025.
His wife of sixty-five years, Faye C. Kelly, preceded him in death in 2019.
He is survived by his daughters, Sharon DeLord and her husband, Jeff, Susan Perkins, and Stacy Simmons, grandchildren, Brian DeLord and his wife, Dalhia, Breann Alatorre...
Billie Ruth Allen
August 24, 2025
Billie Ruth Allen, 84, of Nederland, Texas, formerly of Brookeland and Fannett Texas passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025 at the Medical Center of Southeast Texas. She was born in Ratcliff, Texas to Tom Ray and Ethel Beatrice Smith on September 5, 1940.
Billie enjoyed watching sports, especially the Dallas Cowboys. She also enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren play their...




