Jeanette Caudillo
Jeanette Caudillo, 81, of Houston, formerly of Beaumont, died on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12, 2024.
Jeanette was born on October 3, 1942, in Rayne, Louisiana. She graduated from Beaumont High School in 1961. After graduation, she worked as an optical technician for Texas State Optical (TSO) Laboratory for 30 years. After leaving TSO, Jeanette received a Medical Office Skills Certificate from Lamar University. She utilized her new skills to start a second career at Christus St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, where she worked as a Cash Posting Clerk for 10 years, until she officially retired in 2003.
In 1971, Jeanette married her loving husband, John Gilbert “Click” Caudillo. They were blessed with two boys, Ramon and Larry. Jeanette was very proud of her sons, always encouraging them to work hard in school, athletics and extracurricular activities.
Jeanette was a devoted member of the Catholic Church and St. Anthony’s Cathedral Basilica. She dedicated many years to the church as a Eucharistic Minister and a member of the Cathedral Ladies. She believed in the value of a Catholic education. Both of her sons attended St. Anthony’s Catholic School and Monsignor Kelly Catholic High School and were altar servers from 2nd grade through the end of high school.
Jeanette’s life was a testament to her unwavering faith and love to others. She always answered the call to help those in need and filled the role of mother to many beyond her two sons.
Jeanette is survived by her son, Larry Caudillo; daughter-in-law, Joanna Caudillo; grandsons, Anthony and Matthew Caudillo; and granddaughter, Isabella Caudillo, all of Houston; and 22 nephews and nieces.
She is preceded in death by her husband, John Gilbert “Click” Caudillo; her son, Ramon Caudillo; her parents, Sylvain and Aurelia Sonnier; her brothers, Charles and Nelson Sonnier; and sister, Juanita Sonnier.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests with gratitude that memorial donations be made to St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica School, 850 Forsythe Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701.
A gathering of Mrs. Caudillo’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., with her Rosary recited at 6:00 p.m., Friday, May 17, 2024, at Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 18, 2024, at St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica, 700 Jefferson Street, Beaumont, with her interment to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont.
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Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary McFaddin Ave.
- 2000, Mcfaddin Avenue, Beaumont, Texas, 77701,
- May 17, 2024
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Rosary
Broussard’s Mortuary McFaddin Ave.
- 2000, Mcfaddin Avenue, Beaumont, Texas, 77701,
- May 17, 2024
- 6:00 pm
Mass of Christian Burial
St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica
- 700, Jefferson St, Beaumont, TX, 77701,
- May 18, 2024
- 10:00 am
Interment
Forest Lawn Memorial Park
- 4955, Pine St, Beaumont, TX, 77703,
I met Jeanette around 1995 or 1996 at a meeting of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas when they were still meeting at Assumption Catholic Church in Beaumont. Jeanette was a very active member and officer of this international Catholic women’s charitable/service organization. She enjoyed serving as the recording secretary of Court St. Rita for several years.
It was always a pleasure to talk to her and call her my friend. We also saw each other many times after I started working in the office at St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica. She was a very sweet lady. May she rest in peace and the light of Christ shine upon her always.
Sincerely, Mavis Fore
Larry and Family,
Praying for you and your beautiful kind mother.
Larry and family
Our Prayers are with you and your family
Thank you Liliana. We appreciate your prayers and condolences.
Thank you Gracie. We appreciate your prayers and support!
I am so sorry to hear about Jeanette. We worked together at St. Elizabeth Hospital for many years. She always wore a smile and always talked about her two boys. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Hi Betty, thank you for your condolences and prayers. I remember mom talking about you from her days at St. Elizabeth.
Larry and family,
Jeanette was a special lady and proud of her family.
May God comfort you during your time of grief. May her soul rest in peace.
Emeline, thank you for your kind words and support.
So sorry to hear of Jeanette’s passing. We lost touch as adults but in my youth she was always present in our home . I remember her as a happy and very social person. She was great fun to be around and above all a great Stepsister. Welcome Home Jeanette. We will all meet again . Lord I pray you wrap Jeanette’s family in your Love. Grant them strength and comfort during time of sorrow and always. In Jesus’s name I pray …. Amen & Amen
Hi Lee, Thank you for your prayers and kind words. I remember her speaking fondly of you. Take and appreciate your support.
I am truly sorry for the family’s loss. She will truly be missed.
Thank you James for your kind words.