Faye Broussard Prejean
Faye Broussard Prejean, 87, of Beaumont, died surrounded by family on Sunday, January 14, 2024. She was born on June 11, 1936, in Maurice, Louisiana to Ada Hebert and Jean Camille Broussard.
Faye graduated from Maurice High School in 1954. She went on to graduate from Hotel Dieu School of Nursing in Beaumont in 1957 as an R.N. Before retiring, Faye worked for Dr. Toomim, Hotel Dieu, St. Elizabeth, and MASH.
While at Hotel Dieu, she met the love of her life, Paul Prejean. In September 1959, they were married at St. Puis Catholic Church. Soon after, they started their beautiful family and lived out their remaining years in Beaumont, which included many fun gatherings with family and friends. On a double date with her husband Paul, she met who came to be her lifelong confidant, Mary Dibello. Their friendship would last up until Faye’s last day, they were the best of friends for 60+ years.
Even at 87, Faye made sure to keep her social calendar full. She loved playing bunco, dominos, going out to eat with friends, and when she could, traveling to Louisiana to see family. She was blessed to have been able to travel to Europe and Canada as well. She cherished the time she spent with her nine grandchildren, specifically at Christmas making cookies. She loved cooking her cajun food, especially gumbo; and if you knew her you knew her signature whistle, which she made great use of while watching her Astros, and numerous football teams. Working in her yard brought her great joy as well.
Faye also was a strong believer in volunteering, she devoted her time to many organizations around Beaumont namely Some Other Place, St. Anne and St. Anthony. She enjoyed singing in the St. Anne Catholic Church Choir, weekly adoration, stuffing envelopes for the Diocese of Beaumont, and making St. Joseph’s alter cookies. Additionally, she was a chairperson for the HDSN Scholarship committee and also Vice President of the Hotel Dieu Alumni Association. Faye was a 52-year breast cancer survivor and participated in several local breast cancer awareness functions throughout those years.
She loved her family and friends dearly and cherished all those who were a part of her life, there were many, including her numerous nieces and nephews. The love she had for her siblings and their spouses ran deep, with many memories made over her 87 years. She and her dear sister, Alice, the last surviving sibling of the ten Broussard children, cherished their many years together since moving to Texas in the 1950s.
If you knew Faye, you knew how much her Catholic faith meant to her. She devoted her life to the church, acts of service, and praying her rosary and devotionals daily. She will leave a lasting impression on all who knew her and will be missed dearly.
Survivors include her children, Greg Prejean and his wife, Denise; Daryl Prejean; Yvette Prejean Marshall; Juliette Prejean Hearn and her husband, Skylor; and Monette Prejean Shaunty; grandchildren, Kelsey Prejean; Blaine Prejean; Jacob Prejean; Matthew Prejean and his wife, Kender; Reganne Marshall; Tatum Hearn; Aubry Hearn; Jordan Shaunty; and Jackson Shaunty; sister, Alice Schroder; sister-in-law, Louise Broussard and Claire Niven; and numerous other family members and special friends.
Faye is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Paul Prejean; siblings, Edward Broussard, Doris Dartez, Lastie Broussard, Wallace Broussard, Gladys Trahan, John Broussard, Willie Broussard, Walter Broussard; sisters-in-law, Rita Broussard, Doris “Loon” Broussard, Ju-Ju Broussard, Joyce Broussard, Rita-Rae Broussard; brothers-in-law, Perry Dartez, Bob Trahan, John Schroder; and daughter in law, Connie Prejean.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1640 North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas 77713, or St. Anne Catholic Church, 2715 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77702.
We want to thank those who were there for Faye during her unexpected last days, whether it was bringing food, flowers, running errands or just calling to check on her, she appreciated the kindness given.
A thank you also, to Beaumont EMS and St. Elizabeth staff for their tender care of our dear mother in her last days.
A gathering of Mrs. Prejean’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2:00 pm. Friday, January 19, 2024, at St. Anne Catholic Church, 2715 Calder Avenue, with her interment to follow at Magnolia Cemetery, Beaumont.
Complete and updated information may be found at: broussards1889.com.
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Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary McFaddin Ave.
- 2000, Mcfaddin Avenue, Beaumont, Texas, 77701,
- January 18, 2024
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Rosary
Broussard’s Mortuary McFaddin Ave.
- 2000, Mcfaddin Avenue, Beaumont, Texas, 77701,
- January 18, 2024
- 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Mass of Christian Burial
St. Anne Catholic Church
- 2715, Calder Ave, Beaumont, TX, 77702,
- January 19, 2024
- 2:00 pm
Interment
Magnolia Cemetery
- 2291, Pine St, Beaumont, TX, 77703,
- January 19, 2024
May God Bless, Comfort, and Mend all of the hearts who knew and loved a Mrs. Prejean.
Peace and comfort, and our heart filled prayers for the Prejean Family. Your mom was a true treasure who loved her family and all those who were acquainted with you. Sending much love to you all at this time.
Sweet Nanny, it gives my heart comfort knowing you are with Parrain and no longer in pain. Love you so much.
So very sorry for the loss of Faye. She was such a wonderful person. Prayers for her family.
Daryl we are so sorry for the loss of your mom. Love and prayers for you and your family.
Dear friends, I am so sorry for your deep loss. I can only say that I can definitely relate what you are all going through. You all are a beautiful reminder of the love both of your parents shared. I pray the hurt you are going through will ease as you all reminisce over all the wonderful memories you will forever hold dear. She she rest is peace and the perpetual light shine upon her. My continued thoughts and prayers are being sent to you! (Shorty Decuir)
I had the privilege to know this sweet lady for 25+ years being her nurse. Ms Faye always had a smile and a kind word even when she was not feeling her greatest. I loved hearing the stories of her nursing career and how things have changed. We also said that the most important part of nursing is caring and compassion. Rest in peace, You have earned your wings. You will be missed Prayers for the family.
How blessed my husband and I were to know Faye and her wonderful family. As a young married couple , they were our neighbors but soon became family. So many wonderful memories were made living on Kohler in Beaumont. Memories that I will always cherish. I used to tell Faye it did not feel like Christmas until I received her box of homemade treats. For over twenty years she sent that box of treats to Houston for our family. God truly blessed us with her love, kindness and guidance.
All our love ,
Cindy Treybig and Family
Our daughter Beth was a classmate of Juliette and Yvette and Faye and I were often together at the girls’ events. To see her put a spark in my day. She always had a sweet smile and kind words. I join you in celebrating her exceptional life of loving and giving to our community. I am sure sweet memories will fill your hearts with joy.
I am praying for you all. Faye and I became very good friends while working together at MASH. Wee all called ourselves he Mashetts. We enjoyed celebrating our birthday together each month before Covid. She will be missed by all of us🙏🙏🙏💕💕
I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet momma. I’m lifting you all up in prayer today and the difficult days to come. May God bring comfort to your families. Shelli
Aunt Faye was the sweetest thing ever!! When traveling to Louisiana, she always made time for a stop in Scott to visit her brother, my dad, Lastie and his 7 children. She made a point to ask about each one of us and the happenings of our lives. She was my recent hero as I also battled breast cancer 5 years ago. She immediately called me when she heard of my diagnosis and told me if she could beat it 40 years ago, then so could I. She was right!! Such a beautiful soul! Well done good and faithful servant! Hug Mom and Dad for me. They loved you so very much, as did all of your family and Im sure all of those long tall Texans too. 😘
What a lovely tribute to a sweet, wonderful lady! I was close friends with the “twins,” as my own mom referred to them growing up, and I spent many a night and day at the Prejean home. Mrs. Prejean was always so kind to me, and I have fond memories of the entire family when visiting. I loved the feeling of a “big family,” as I was an only child. Mrs. Prejean created such a warm, loving home, and I too will miss her, although I hadn’t seen her in several years. Sending love with my whole heart to all of you!
What a lovely tribute to a sweet, wonderful lady! I was friends with “the twins,” as my own mom referred to them when we were younger, and I spent many a night and day at the Prejean home. Mrs. Prejean was always so kind to me, and I have fond memories of the entire family when we were growing up. I loved the feeling of a “big” family, as I was an only child. Mrs. Prejean created such a warm, loving home, and I too will miss her even though I hadn’t seen her in several years. Sending love with my whole heart to all of you! ❤️🙏❤️
Oh what precious memories come to mind. How blessed we were in 1966 when Joe and I moved next door and our friendship began. Prayers to you all, Greg, Daryl, Yvette, Juliette, and Monette. May you cherish and remember the good times.
The world and particularly our family has lost a sweet and loving soul. You were also a woman with a delicious fun streak. I will miss you. I will miss knowing that you are in this world. I frequently say that I am so grateful to be part of this Broussard family. You are one of the reasons.
Rest in peace. I love you.
I’m so sorry for the loss of Aunt Faye, she had the sweetest spirit and the most beautiful smile. I pray you will Cherish all of your memories because they do become great treasures. Sending love and prayers.
Patricia Prejean Smith
What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful child of God. May she Rest In Peace. Our sincere prayers and condolences go out to the family.
Karen and Matt Puckett
My deepest condolences to the Prejean family. I’m going to really miss her ,she was a pleasure to know. May God peace be with her family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sending thoughts and prayers from Wisconsin for the Prejean family during this difficult time. We can only imagine how wonderful of a lady Mrs. Prejean was by how kind and compassionate of a woman her granddaughter, Kelsey, is. May she rest in peace.
– The Windt-Otto Family
Prejean family, I am sorry to hear about the death of Mrs Prejean. She was a very sweet person. I saw her often at St Anne’s. She always made it a point to ask about all of us. She went to Nursing School with Mom. Tony
She was a joy to work with at Some Other Place. Very faithful volunteer, she will be missed by all her family and friends.
To the Prejeans, I am sorry to hear about your Mother, Faye.She was such a sweet person. She was also a friend of my parents, Myrna and Anthony. She went to nursing school with my Mom at Hotel Dieu School of Nursing. We will keep her in our prayers —Walter and Mary Brocato
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of such a wonderful beautiful person to me and all of us. Your mother had that special gift, with that great smile and twinkle in her eyes she made you feel special.Being a classmate of my mother’s at Hotel Dieu began a great friendship that led to your mother treating me like her own. I admired how much she cared and loved each of you. She showed that same love to me, my parents and brothers and sisters. I am going to miss her, but know she is resting now in the kingdom of God and experiencing eternal joy and happiness.
May God bless each of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers,
Jim
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious mother. She was such a lovely person and a dear friend to my mother. She will be greatly missed. May God bless her and keep her in his loving arms.
Our thoughts and prayers to your family.
Michael and Gina LaBarbera
Aunt Faye walked up the steps on her knees to the church on a hill of Saint Joseph’s ( St Andre’s incorrupted heart ) Basilica in Montreal in 2014 at age 77 on our trip to the Congres Mondial Acadien in New Brunswick. This was a difficult feat for anyone much less someone her age. She prayed for her loved ones on every step. Aunt Faye helped guide me to discern my career as a nurse. She welcomed me in her home for a week during many summers with my cousins Yvette and Juliette. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. May glorious perpetual light shine upon her now. May my dear dear cousins Gregory, Darrel, Yvette, Juliette and Monette know that they are not orphans cause they have all of us Cajun cousins here anytime they need.
Greg,
We are so sorry for your loss. May Your Mom rest in the arms of Angels.
Andy, Joi, Ross, and Chris D’Entremont
Psalm 73:26
My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Matthew 5:4
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
What a beautiful family legacy Ms. Faye leaves through her beloved children and grandchildren.
My condolences to you all.
Love,
Julie Mead