Gustavus “Gus” Adolphus Northcott McFaddin
Gustavus Adolphus Northcott McFaddin, known as “Gus”, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025, at his home in Beaumont, surrounded by loved ones. Gus was born March 23, 1934, to Mary Amizetta Northcott and William Perry Herring McFaddin, Jr. in Beaumont, Texas.
Gus attended middle school here in Beaumont. He then went to Culver Academy. After graduation from Culver Academy, he enrolled in the University of Houston going on to University of Texas where he received a law degree. His law practice was dedicated to the family oil and gas and land.
Gus, along with his father and brother, Perry worked the ranches in Jefferson County, Benjamin Texas, and Arkansas. They would purchase underdeveloped land and turn in into successful working ranch raising cattle on all of them.
Gus has always been an outdoorsman and traveled the world over to participate in hunting, fishing, and competitive shot gunning. He had become a champion marksman. He spent a lot of time and donations to conserve the various fishing and hunting organizations. He donated property to Ducks Unlimited who, with the funds, built and improved duck breeding areas in Canada in remembrance of his brother, Perry. (W.P.H. McFaddin III)
Both Jean and Gus had been shot gunning at the One and One Hundred Gun Club. That is where it all happened, and their life together began. They traveled far and near and participated in shooting events as husband and wife throughout their married life. They also enjoyed spending summers at their Canadian home with family and friends. Lots of fishing and memories made there.
A few years after Gus and Jean married, they began breeding the Egyptian Arabian Horse at Plum Nearly Ranch. Jean always said Gus was the brains of the operations and she was the manual labor. It was a work of love, and they produced many beautiful champion Arabian horses.
Gus will be remembered by his warm smile, his generosity and love of family and friends.
Gus is survived by his wife of fifty-six years, Jean Williams McFaddin; daughters, Melaine McFaddin and Michelle McFaddin; stepdaughter, Debbie Vance and her husband, Lloyd; grandchildren, Holland Thornton; Cassidy Thornton; Paul Gautreaux and his wife, Rhonda; F. A. N. McFaddin II and his wife, Tyneil; and Jesse W. McFaddin and his wife, Kristin; great-grandchildren, Chelsee Salim, Lindsee Meaux, Carson Gautreaux, James McFaddin, and Jack McFaddin. And those that gave him so much joy. His great-great-grandchildren, Emma, Stella, Piper, Maverick, Stetson, Rocker, and Knox. He felt so blessed to have five generations.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Culver Academies, 1300 Academy Road, Culver, Indiana 46511 or Ducks Unlimited, One Waterfowl Way, Memphis, Tennessee 38120.
Cremation arrangements for Mr. McFaddin were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, under the direction of Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont.
Jean, I just heard about Gus. I’m so sorry words cannot express how heartbroken I am for you. Those days at the Ranch hold such fond memories for me,I’ll always remember Gus giving me pointers on how to keep my feet warm in the duck blind. My love always. Melinda
I knew Mr McFaddin for many years, we both had gone to Culver and The University of Texas and actually had much in common even though I was much younger. He was an interesting man, who didn’t suffer fools and had a long life doing what he enjoyed. My Condolences to Mrs McFaddin, who was always by his side and I know misses him very much . He will be missed by all.
Dear Jean,
I’m so sorry to read of Gus’s passing. He was such a kind and interesting man. So many wonderful memories come to mind of those old days at Plum Nearly and my first horse Ali thanks to you and Gus. I hope your memories bring you comfort. Much love, Jill
We are very sorry for your loss. You had an incredible relationship that most would be envious of. You guys were both very generous to share in your love of the outdoors with so many. Hold on to the memories and cherish the time you had together.
Our thoughts & prayers for you all.
Such a wonderful person with that great smile.
Love to Jean & family,
Sharon & Johnny
Jean,
God bless you and your family.
Gus and you were so great to us and our daughters. Gus is with his Lord and will be in our prayers continually. We love you both.
Love Pat and Tom Sheeran
Aunt Jean,
You’re in our thoughts and prayers, we loved Uncle GUS!
Deepest sympathies,
Ashley and Tab, William, Edward and Bradley
We met Gus later in his life but loved his stories and all of the time spent with him and his whole family. They all made us feel welcomed and like we had known them our whole lives. May the family find comfort in a life well lived and may Gus rest in peace. Thoughts and prayers to all.
Jean and Family, Gus was a dear friend and always greeted me with a smile and a nice word to say. I will forever remember him and will think of him fondly. I use to teasingly call him Angus McBoom Boom because he loved the shooting sports so much.
My condolences and prayers,
Terry
What a blessing and an honor to get to know you Mr. Gus.. Rest in peace🙏
Oh Jean…Gus could not have lived life any other way than he did. The two of you formed a strength and love so beyond most people. As you looked at each other the radiance of your relationship could almost be touched.
Thank you for sharing that with so many people for so many years.
Jean,
I’m am so sorry to learn of your loss.
Gus was an incredible gentleman who was always willing to share his knowledge of all things shooting and the outdoors.
His dedication to the shooting sports is well known and greatly respected by many.
Blessed to have known him and will always treasure the memories.
Mark
Prayers go out to all of you. What an incredible man who lived a life that many can only dream of.
Jean, I’m so sorry for the loss of your beloved Gus! I have & always will be ever so grateful for the “defensive horse riding” camp that got me started with showing my horse way back when…& living right down Hebert Rd. where I could see y’all often. You & Gus were always so kind! I know he will be truly missed. I send my heartfelt condolences to you & your family. ❤️🙏❤️
So much to say to remember Gus and his traits. So little space to write them. My thoughts and prayers to Jean and the family. God bless, thoughts and prayers 🙏🙏.
Jean
My prayers for you and your family. I always enjoyed the “shoots” with you and Gus and will always remember the hospitality at Plum Nearly.
I also enjoyed the talks about ranching and cattle with Gus. He had done it all.
I am so sorry for the loss of Mr. Gus. I so enjoyed our history and political talks about the history of Jefferson County and the McFaddin families. Mr. Gus showed me his gun collections and his wonderful antique lures, & maps of the ranches. He was always gracious and he really loved the chocolate cakes at Thankgiving!! He will be greatly missed by those who loved him so. Rest in peace, Mr. Gus til Jesus comes for us.
Jean and I were classmates. She invited eleven girls of class of 51 to their home in Canada. Gus welcomed us and was a wonderful host . He took us fishing and cooked some delicious meals.
He said he did not mind cooking since we all pitched in and cleaned the kitchen
Very sorry for your loss
So blessed to have been a guest at their cabin in Canada and to have worked with Jean on fundraising for Saint Anthony’s Cathedral School. Gus was so sweet and down-to-earth. He will be truly missed. He left his family with a lot of love and MANY great memories.
My horse has enjoyed life at the Plum Nearly Ranch for several years. When originally meeting Mr Gus and Ms Jean, I realized they are the friendliest, most hospitable couple who love horses and the people to whom they belong. His kindness will continue to resonate throughout the ranch as Ms Jean continues the legacy they began so many years ago.
Mr.Gus shared many memories of his life growing up. We always enjoyed his wonderful personality as well as his great sense of humor. We will cherish his memory and miss him dearly. Thanks for being such a great friend.
Dear Jean and Family
I will always Remember Gus as a Man that treated everyone fairly. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Mickey Phelan III
Thanks Mr Gus for the time we spent together on our trips. Driving you guys to Canada over the many years and times fishing was an experience that I will never forget. The fun we had a C+ could never be more rewarding than anything I know. I also enjoyed the history of your family that you shared with me as we traveled the country side. I’m sure I will continue to “Loop to Loop” as I travel in the future. Something he would tell Mrs Jean and I as we would get turned around on our routes. Rest in Peace Mr Gus.
I meet Mr. McFaddin a few years ago. My nephew married his great granddaughter. Jean and Gus struck me as salt of the earth kind of people. It was lovely to see Jean so devoted to Gus. He was a kind man. It was an honor to meet him. They were a beautiful couple who taught precious lessons about marriage and enduring love.
Gus was my uncle and I wish I had gotten to spend more time with him,but me being in Arkansas we never got the chance to get to know one another. I do know he was a very well respected man loved by everyone one that knew him.my thoughts and love go out to aunt jean,my cousins and all the people that where fortunate to have him in their life. He will be greatly missed