Broussard’s Mortuary Nederland

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Broussard’s Mortuary Nederland Obituaries

Don Edward Bryson passed away on May 31, 2023. Don was born in San Antonio, Texas on February 10, 1943. He had a lifelong career in education and excelled as a college basketball player. He started his basketball career at Abilene Christian in 1965 but was recruited by Jack Martin in the early 60’s to come and play for Lamar University where he became one of the best-performing players in school history, becoming Lamar’s first-ever All-American selection in 1965. Lamar honored Don’s accomplishments by retiring his Number 13 jersey in 2009. Bryson mentioned during his acceptance that he would like to be remembered as a team player and I would like to think that I was a “do-what-it-takes-in-order-to-win” type of player. He continued to “do what it takes” by becoming a lifelong educator teaching Biology and coaching at many Southeast Texas schools including Nederland, Lamar, and head basketball coach for […]

Elizabeth Ann Savoie, 79, of Port Arthur, passed away on May 27th 2023. Elizabeth was born in Roswell, New Mexico on November 24, 1943 to Helen and Elmer Minton. Ms. Savoie’s memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.

Eve Campbell Bourque, 95, of Nederland, died May 23, 2023. She was born in Jefferson Island, Louisiana, to Marie and Hamilton Campbell. She was a lifelong member of the Catholic Faith. She was married to Harris Bourque on January 13, 1942, and they had seven children together. She worked for NISD in the cafeteria, starting at Langham Elementary and retiring from Nederland High School as the “Salad Bar Lady.” She was a very loving Momma, Joe, and a very loving Nanny and Big Nanny. Survivors include her children, Brenda Howard; Terry Bourque, Sr. and wife, Cindy; Blake Bourque and wife, Terry; Kathy Alexander; and Kim Lopez and husband, Jim; and grandchildren, Melissa Elizondo and husband, Rudy; Michelle Garcia; Tracy Allison; Terry Bourque, Jr. and wife, Hope; Kristi Bourque; Shane Bourque and wife, Veronica; Teah Doyle and husband, Ryan; Tara James and husband, Chad; Eric Siegrest and wife, Sarah; Joey Roberts […]

James “Jim” Edward Fisher was born in LaGrange, Texas on October 19, 1950, and died in his home in Groves, Texas on May 21, 2023. He was the eldest of four siblings. Jim was a graduate of MB Smiley High of Houston, Texas in 1969. There, he was a member of the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps and the Ham Radio Club. He served six years in the U.S. Navy with duty assignment to the U.S.S. Albany guided missile cruiser as Fire Control Technician stationed out of Norfolk, Virginia. The Albany was part of the North Atlantic Fleet and ranged from the Arctic circle to the Mediterranean and Caribbean Seas. After the navy, Jim returned home to Nacogdoches where he worked as a contract instrument technician for a number of local industrial firms. He moved to Groves in the 1980s and started work at the Uniroyal Goodrich Port Neches […]

Linda Lu Barthelemy, 84, of Nederland, Texas, passed away at 3:15pm on May 20th 2023. Linda was born in Shreveport, Louisiana on July 23, 1938 to Norman and Anna Peterson. After graduating from Bossier High School, she married the love of her life, Frank Allen Barthelemy, on November 17th 1956 and together they began their great adventure. Frank’s job with Amoco took them to Vivian, LA, Pampa, TX, Ulysses Kansas, Jackson, MS, Lafayette, LA, Cut Off, LA, New Orleans, LA, and Lake Charles, LA before they made Nederland, TX their home in 1994. Linda was a longtime faithful member of Faith Tabernacle Apostolic Church in Nederland. She spent her last five months in North Texas near her youngest son fighting to recover from sickness. During which time she made Corner Stone Apostolic Church, pastored by Heath Flowers, her extended church home. She enjoyed reading her bible, eating crawfish, tending to […]

In memory of Dianne Miller, 68 of Fannett, Texas; an irreplaceable woman, mother, grandmother, and friend. Dianne passed away at her home on May 18, 2023. She was born April 9, 1955, in Port Arthur, Texas. She is survived by her husband, Reed Miller and three children, Justin Miller, Logan Miller, and Michael Miller. As well as brother, Kenneth Terrell and wife, Becky Terrell and their children, Kevin and Jennifer. Dianne’s most cherished survivors include her four grandchildren: Ellie Miller, Aedan Miller, Jade Miller, and June Miller. She was preceded in death by her parents, Victor Ray Terrell and Leah Pauline Terrell; sister, Berna Dene Leal; and mother-in-law, Rhea Mae Miller. Dianne grew up and lived in Port Neches, Texas, until moving to Fannett in 1992. She spent 12 years raising three boys before returning to school to become an R.N. Throughout her professional career, she served patients across several […]

Danny Lynn Bellow, 61, passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, in Beaumont, Texas. Danny was born on June 15, 1961, to his mother, Myrtle Jean Berry Bellow, and father, A.D. Bellow, Jr., in Port Arthur, Texas. Danny grew up in Port Arthur, Texas and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1979. For over thirty years, Danny worked at Nederland Independent School District (NISD) as a HVAC Technician and Warehouse Manager. Prior to his time at NISD, Danny worked as a Mechanical Contractor for Natkin, was a part of Bob Smith’s Air Conditioning Systems, and joined the United Steelworkers Union. During his time at NISD, Danny encountered many colleagues and friends whom he enjoyed seeing every day. In 2016, Danny (being Danny) took on a second job at SAIA to be their Dock Manager, and he took tons of pride in his new role while making more friends and […]

Paul Raoul Hampton, of Nederland, died peacefully, surrounded by family on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at the age of 90. He was born January 25, 1933, in Port Arthur, to Dorothy Marie Hampton and James Parker Hampton. He attended Thomas Jefferson High School in Port Arthur and later Lamar Tech and Northwestern State College, before being drafted into the Army in 1953. He served as an Army Corporal in the 142nd Quartermaster battalion in Korea, earning the Korean Service Medal, the UN Service Medal and the National Defense Service Metal. He began his career at Gulf States Utilities and retired from Bethlehem Steel Corporation in 1996 where he worked as a computer analyst. He was admired and valued for his impressive intellect and his dedicated work ethic. He rarely missed a day of work, but if he did, you could find him on the East Bay fishing with his buddy, […]

Archie Lee Wallace, 91, of Nederland, died Wednesday, May 10, 2023. He was born September 6, 1931, in Camp Hoover, to Fannie Brice Wallace and Robert William Wallace. Survivors include his sons, James Wallace and Robert Wallace of Nederland, and sister, Barbara Westbrook of Newton. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Linda Wallace; and siblings, George Wallace; Billy Wallace; Bobbie Smith; and Marcill Gardner. A gathering of Mr. Wallace’s family and friends will begin at 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Monday, May 15, 2023, at Broussard’s, 505 North 12th Street, Nederland. His graveside service will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Oak Bluff Memorial Park, Port Neches. Memorial contributions in Mr. Wallace’s honor may be made to The Salvation Army USA, 615 Slaters Lane, Alexandria, Virginia 22314.

Shirley N. Rhoden, 85, of Nederland, died Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas. She was born May 5, 1938, in Tontitown, Arkansas, to Cleta Autry Eldridge and David Herman Eldridge. Survivors include her children, Sheila Rhoden Guillot and husband, Robert, of Nederland and Jimmy Rhoden and wife, Becky, of Timpson; grandchildren, Garrett Guillot and wife, Harley; Maggie Guillot; Kristi Porter and husband, Aron; Nick Talbert and wife, Jaime; and Jonathan Talbert and wife, Victoria; great-grandchildren, Ariel Cunningham; Ethan Porter; Owen Porter; Cayson Porter; Lucy Talbert; Bailey Talbert; Lily Talbert; Shelly Talbert; Enya Talbert; and Ty Talbert; brothers-in-law, Robert Rhoden and wife, Evelyn and Jessie Rhoden and wife, Faye; sister-in-law, Joetta Misterek and husband, Steve; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Otis J. Rhoden, Jr.; son, Darren Rhoden; and siblings, Audrey Mealer; Coy Eldridge; Dale Eldridge; Bob Eldridge; Ollie […]

Barbara Ann Mahaffey Johnson, 83, of Lumberton, died Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Harbor Hospice of Beaumont. She was born July 7, 1939, in Chester, to Jessie Mahaffey Robert Andrew Mahaffey, Sr. Barbara loved to sing in the Calvary Baptist Church choir. She was an excellent designer and interior decorator. She liked to spend money and have lots of bling. Barbara loved dressing up her granddaughters, making floral arrangements, and working in her boutique. She had a bright personality, was a great cook, and she loved Rao’s cookies. Survivors include her son, Bruce Hutchins; grandchildren, Holly Lynn Brocato and husband, Trey and Pamela Leah Hoffman and husband, Kyle; great-grandchildren, Charlie Warren Brocato IV and Gentry Grace; sisters, Patricia Miller and Frances Worsham; and companion, Gary Landry. She is preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Margie McQueen; Virginia Hill; Bonnie Tuma; and brothers, Raymond Mahaffey; William Mahaffey; Lloyd Mahaffey; Robert […]

Betty Jean Breitenberg Maggio was born into eternal life on Wednesday, 10 May 2023 at Magnolia Manor Nursing Home in Groves, Texas at 5:31 a.m. due to natural causes. Betty was born on 18 January 1934 in Robeline, Louisiana in Natchitoches Parish to Gerena Place Breitenberg and William Christian Breitenberg. She grew up in Powhatan, Louisiana. Her family later moved to Natchitoches, Louisiana where she lived for some years on the J.H. Williams Plantation on Cane River. She attended Natchitoches High School and entered Northwestern State College of Louisiana in Natchitoches as an art major. At Northwestern in 1952, as she was walking across the campus grounds, Staff Sergeant Joseph Charles Anthony, “J. C.” Maggio of the USAF, saw Betty and wanted to meet her. Later, they met on a blind date arranged by Charles Maricelli. They were married on 6 March 1954 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Natchitoches […]

Billie Jo Henry was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on February 13, 1929, to parents, Rev. & Mrs. Stewart B. Douglass. After attending University of Tulsa and then working briefly in Shreveport, Louisiana, she relocated to Port Arthur, Texas to pursue a job in fashion merchandizing. Shortly thereafter, Billie met the love of her life, Sam Dennard Henry, who she was married to for thirty-seven years prior to his death in 1992. After the birth of their two daughters, she then pursued her passion for education by obtaining both a bachelor’s and then masters’ degree from Lamar University. During that time, Billie was a much-loved teacher at Thomas Jefferson High School for nineteen years, while also teaching graduate level courses at Lamar University. Each year, she co-led groups of students and adults on tours abroad, helping satisfy her love of travel, education, and adventure. Billie loved the Lord Jesus and without […]

Adrian Mebane, 41, of Nederland, died Thursday, May 4, 2023. He was born August 27, 1981, in Weslaco, to Maria De La Cruz Cuellar Hernandez and Felix Hernandez. Adrian will be remembered as a hard worker, for his playful spirit, and his willingness to lend a helping hand. He was a prankster, and will forever remain a loving husband, father, and Grampy. Survivors include his wife of eighteen years, Vanessa Mebane of Nederland; daughters, Christina Butterworth and husband, Mark, of Hammond, Louisiana and Julissa Quiroz, of Nederland; sons, Marcus Mebane and Aiden Mebane, all of Nederland; grandsons, Santana Griffin and Theodore Butterworth; sisters, Michelle Evans; Tammy Bigelow and husband, John; Maria Felix DeLeon; Andrea Cuellar; Erasmo Vasquez; Delia Hernandez Gonzalez and husband, Ismael; and Monica Hernandez; brothers, Felix Hernandez, Jr.; Raul Hernandez and wife, Marisvel; Ismael Hernandez and wife, Vicky; Abraham Hernandez and wife, Judy; and numerous nieces, nephews, and […]

Chris Monceaux, 57, of Port Arthur, died Wednesday, May 3, 2023. He was born July 30, 1965, in Port Arthur, to Hazel Ann Courville Monceaux and Robert Joseph Monceaux. Chris worked on HVAC and many other jobs. He enjoyed going to the casinos. He prided himself with helping neighbors, friends, and family with any job, no matter how big or small. Survivors include his sisters, Kara Castillo and husband, Jason, of Nederland and Zina Monceaux and wife, Maria Pinales, of Dallas; fur niece, Molly; fur nephews, Zeke, Eddie; aunt, Ruby Ransonette; cousin, Laurie Anderson; and numerous other cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents and fur baby, Boots. Mr. Monceaux’s cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, under the direction of Broussard’s, 505 North 12th Street, Nederland. Memorial contributions in Mr. Monceaux’s honor may be made to SPCA of Texas, 2400 Lone Star Drive, Dallas, Texas 75212 […]

Morris Henry Sartin, 73, of Nederland, died Monday, May 1, 2023. He was born on September 6, 1949, in Port Arthur, to Goldie Theriot Sartin and Henry Sartin. Mr. Sartin proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Mr. Sartin enjoyed anything to do with golfing, University of Texas athletics, and cooking. He was a great athlete and was drafted by the Majors baseball right out of high school. Survivors include his children, Bryan Sartin and his wife, Holly, of Port Neches; Chad Sartin of Nederland; Shannon Head and her husband, Greg, of Georgetown; and Marcus Buckley and his wife, Lauren, of Vidor; grandchildren, Karlee Jarrell and her husband, Kline; Kasidee Sartin; Ryanne Sides and her husband, Jake; Taylor Sartin; Maddy Sartin; Sailor Sartin; Zack Sartin; Bailey Head; Cameron Head; McKenna Buckley; Sophie Buckley; and Ronan Buckley; great-grandson, Stetson Sides; sisters, Joan White and her husband, David, of […]

On April 29, 2023, Tami Delaine Brightwell Snider, while having one last slumber party with her four children and her big sister, closed her eyes for the last time on this earth and opened them again at the gates of Heaven and was able to look upon the face of her Lord and Savior. Tami was born on May 6, 1960, when her parents, Martha and Walter Brightwell, and sister, Ronda, received this wonderful blessing by welcoming her with open arms. From a young age, Tami’s sweet, loving soul captivated everyone who met her. She loved spending her childhood summers with her grandparents, Dewey and Essie Mae Faulkner, where she would spend her days riding their horse, Shorty. She also developed a love and passion for dancing. Tami danced and later went to help teach at June Badon’s School of Dance. She graduated from Port Neches Groves High School in […]

Shawn Wheeler Aycock, 22, of Nederland, died Saturday, April 29, 2023. He was born April 21, 2001, in Dallas. Shawn was in the fraternity Pi Kappa Alpha (Pikes) and he was very close to all of his brothers. He never met a stranger. Shawn was a wonderful son, brother, and friend, always ready to help and protect all those that he loved. He was a very talented athlete and musician. He made it to state in powerlifting, band, and tennis. He went fishing any chance he got. Not only did he love skateboarding, he also taught his brothers, cousins, and numerous friends to skate. Shawn quite literally danced through life. If there was a dance floor, he would be in the center of it. In fact, there didn’t even have to be a dance floor for him to break out his moves. He not only loved listening to all types […]

David Mitchell Garrett, born January 11, 1941, in Port Arthur, Texas, passed from this life Friday morning, April 28, 2023, in Groves, Texas, at the age of 82. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jewett Davis and Iva Mary Garrett of Port Arthur, Texas. After graduating from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1958, he attended Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas and completed his education at the university of Texas Dental Branch in Houston in 1966.Upon graduating from dental school, David joined the United States Air Force as a Captain, and served as a dentist in Big Spring, Texas where he enjoyed digging for Indian relics in his spare time. He had a lifelong love of hunting and fishing, especially with his uncle and best friend, Garrett Timmerman. Following his military tenure, he opened a dental practice in Groves, Texas treating patients for over 40 years. But David would […]

Donna Myra Bevil was born on April 22, 1938, and passed away peacefully on April 27, 2023 at the age of 85. Donna was born in Warren, Texas, and was a lifelong resident of Nederland. Her Christian faith was instrumental throughout her life. Family meant everything to Donna. She was always so proud to be a Nederland Bulldog. She is survived by her daughter, Vickie Westmoreland of Boise, Idaho; grandchildren, Bea Westmoreland, Christine Corjon-Ruby and spouse, Miranda, and Sam Westmoreland. She is preceded in death by her parents, John Bevil and Rosa Bevil; siblings, Frances Langston, Louise Hemmenway, Betty Mericle, Johnny Bevil, Max Bevil, and Robert Bevil, as well as her son, Rodney Broussard. A graveside service for Ms. Bevil will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 505 North 12th Street, Nederland. We wish to thank Magnolia Manor […]

Chris Loupe, 39, of Nederland, died Tuesday, April 25, 2023. He was born April 14, 1984, in Port Arthur, to Tammy Stephens and Luther Loupe. Survivors include his wife, Natasha Trahan; daughter, Cheyenne Santos; son, Bennie Santos Christopher Loupe, Jr.; grandchildren, Gabriel Morgan, Faith Morgan, and Kingston Loupe, all of Nederland; brothers, Jason Loupe, Joseph Loupe, John Allen Loupe, and Keith Loupe and wife, Sharon; sisters, Christina Loupe, Crystal Corder, Jennifer Middleton and husband, Alex, and Tammie Loupe and husband, Scott Bonsall; mom, Gorgette LeBlanc; children, Eathan DeRuttie and Jordan DeRuttie; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, and other family and friends. He went to meet his father, Luther Loupe. A gathering of Mr. Loupe’s family and friends will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Broussard’s, 505 North 12th Street, Nederland. His graveside service will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 18, 2023, at Memory Gardens […]

Charles “Eddie” Wood, 68, of Port Neches, died Thursday, April 20, 2023. He was born August 26, 1954, in Port Arthur, to Violet Marie Hebert Wood and Billy Ruel Wood. Eddie was a hard worker. He was an active member of the electricians Local 479 for over forty years. He loved visiting with friends, building things, and fishing. Survivors include his wife of fifty years, Mary Wood; son, John Wood and fiancé, Jerijane Powell; brother, Mike Wood and wife, Lisa; nephews, Brent Wood and wife, Sophia and Adam Tomplait; niece, Stacy Baker; and a host of extended family members. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Susan Tomplait. A gathering of Mr. Wood’s family and friends will begin at 4:00 p.m., until 7:00 p.m., Monday, April 24, 2023, with his funeral service at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Broussard’s, 505 North 12th Street, Nederland. His […]

Caryl Anne Gooch, 77, of Groves, died Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at Oak Grove Nursing Home. She was born August 30, 1945, in Oak Park, Illinois, to Mae Elizabeth Caldwell Rycek and Gilbert Rycek. Caryl was a veteran, having served in the United States Navy as a Wave. Before marrying her beloved husband, George, she lived in Snohomish, Washington for 17 years – a community she dearly loved. She was employed with the Snohomish County Sheriff’s department working as a Child Interview Specialist, where she made a profound impact and was highly regarded in her field. Caryl was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She loved home décor, and always made each house she lived in a beautiful and loving home. She was a fabulous cook and was well known for several delicious dishes she loved to prepare. Caryl was thankful to travel with George for many […]

Rita Moreno Salinas, 71, of Port Arthur, passed away Sunday, April 16, 2023. She was born June 12, 1951, to Vicente Moreno and Esperanza Castro Moreno. Rita was a 1969 graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School and a 1973 graduate of Lamar University with a bachelor’s degree in Spanish and English. She retired from AT&T after more than thirty years of service and was a present employee of Port Neches Public Library. She was a member of A Church of Jesus. Survivors include her son, Lorenzo Salinas of Houston; brothers, Robert Moreno and wife, Mary, of Nederland and Richard Moreno and wife, Colleen, of Hockley; nephew, Andrew Moreno and wife Haley, of Tomball; nieces, Jordan Leger and husband, Stephen, of Nederland; Stephanie Bailey and husband, Chris, of Houston; Anna Moreno, of Port Arthur, along with their children. In addition, she is survived by her aunt, Dina Garcia of Austin and […]

Gene LeBlanc, 82, of Vidor, died Sunday, April 16, 2023. He was born on April 14, 1941, in Orangefield, to Macey Granger LeBlanc and Noah LeBlanc. Gene retired from Sunoco after almost forty years as a mechanic. He enjoyed Cajun music and playing the accordion. Gene also enjoyed dancing, fishing, and gardening. He was a creative builder and will be remember as a loving husband, father, and PawPaw. Survivors include his second wife, of twenty-five years, Rita Romero; sons, John LeBlanc and his girlfriend, Wanda Doiron, of LaBelle; Tony LeBlanc and his fiancée, Tammy Brewer, of Houston; and Brad Broussard and his wife, Lan, of Austin; daughter, Angie Louviere and her husband, Jamey, of Sour Lake; grandchildren, Christopher LeBlanc; Lacey Roberts and her husband, Kyle; Katelyn Tassin and her husband, Nelson; Madeline Aubey and her boyfriend, Collin Stifflemire; Renno Sullivan; Drew, Weston, Ty, and Jeremiah Louviere; Blake Cruse; and Britteny […]

Denny Keith Morgan, 62, of Beaumont, died Friday, April 14, 2023. He was born on May 12, 1960, in Dallas, to Bettie Bob Fuller and Denny Morgan. Denny worked as a machinist for KSB by Standard Alloys for over nineteen years. He enjoyed garage sales, grocery shopping, and clipping coupons. Denny also loved to prank people and play jokes. He will forever remain a loving husband, father, and pawpaw. Survivors include his wife of twenty-three years, Wanda Morgan, of Beaumont; son, Edwin Hartford and his wife, Kristi, of Lumberton; daughter, Kay Brandon, of Beaumont; grandchildren, Ashlynn, Kyerra, Jadyn, Jaelin, Aaron, and Ethan; sisters, Kim Thomas and her husband, Bart, of San Antonio; Melody Morgan, Karen Huntsman and her husband, Steven, and Kelley Morgan, all of Utah; brothers, Kendall Morgan and his wife, Shirley, of Missouri; Kyle Morgan and his wife, Charlotte, of Arizona; Kevin Morgan; Kirk Morgan and his wife, […]

Christinia Eileen Herrmann of Nederland went to her Heavenly Home on April 13, 2023, 4:46 p.m. She was born on August 1, 1960 in Beaumont to Billie Jo Herrmann and Duwayne Herrmann, Sr. and is survived by father, Duwayne, Sr.; brothers, Duwayne, Jr. and wife, Joanie, of Beaumont; Danny of Port Neches; Chris and wife, Randi, of Nederland; nephews and nieces, Jason and wife, Nickole, of Beaumont; Misty and husband, Allen, of Cypress; Caleb, Aubree Jo, and Maci of Nederland; great-nieces and nephew, Brianna, Lucas, and Edie. Christinia loved her family more than anything and always enjoyed attending all her nieces and nephews school functions and activities. She was also a lover of art and crafts. There was never a time she didn’t have some sort of project going on. She was an active member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Christinia was employed by the Nederland EDC from March […]

Addie Martha Thibodeaux, 98, of Port Arthur, died Friday, April 7, 2023, at Oak Grove Nursing Home. She was born January 4, 1925, in Emad, Louisiana, to Odelia Laramond Fontenot and Previa Fontenot. Addie loved to cook, crochet, and mow. She was so good at growing things, her friends referred to her as, “Aunt Green.” Survivors include her children, Kenneth Gossett and wife, Mary, of Spring; Troy Thibodeaux and wife, Phyllis, of Port Acres; Kevin Thibodeaux and wife, Lil Soileau, of Groves; Bambi Dies and husband, Gerard, of Port Acres; and Jeanice Garrison and husband, Matt, of Port Neches; fourteen grandchildren; sixteen great-granchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leroy J. Thibodeaux; and siblings, Laura Periou; Gertie LeFleur; Delco Fontenot; Abbie Fontenot; Clement Fontenot; Ida Young; Cenite Reeves; and Earline Sandage. A gathering of Mrs. Thibodeaux’s family and friends will begin at 9:00 a.m., […]

Berkley James Moreau, 93, of Port Neches, died Thursday, April 6, 2023. He was born February 17, 1930, in Cottonport, Louisiana, to Esla Ducote Moreau and Wiley Moreau. Berkley came from the cotton fields of Louisiana and learned to speak English in grade school. He joined the Army to escape the hard life of farming, and found the love of his life, Ethel, in Port Arthur. They raised seven children together. Berkley was a refinery shift worker and we learned that he ruled the roost when he was home. Serving in the United States Army and teaching his family values and ethics. He always worked and supported his family and will be remembered as a man of honor. Survivors include his wife of seventy years, Ethel Moreau; children, Phyllis Baker; Eileen Rhodes and husband, Larry; Maureen Lovelady; Derrick Moreau and wife, Kim; Theresa Stevenson and husband, Bruce; and Kermit Moreau […]

Donna Gail Irving, 60, of Lumberton, died Wednesday, April 5, 2023. She was born November 5, 1962, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Lois Pittman Corrigan and Patrick John Corrigan. Donna was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great cook and loved animals, especially horses. She was married to her husband, Richard, for nearly three decades who she loved dearly. Often times she had five-plus kids in the house, but she loved the craziness. Outside of wrangling children and the household- her biggest passion was horses. From an early age born and raised around them, to eventually making a business out of it. She eventually passed that passion along to her daughter, Summer and her granddaughter, Caylee. She was the most at peace when she was taking care of the animals. There was not a time when there wasn’t twenty barn cats, four dogs, horses, fish and even hamsters. The house was always […]