Jerome A. Fertitta, Sr.
Jerome Anthony Fertitta, Sr., 88, a lifelong resident of Beaumont, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. He was born December 28, 1934, to Cyril and Mary Fertitta. Jerome married Barbara Rook Fertitta in 1957. Together, they had four children.
Jerome was a devout Catholic and belonged to St. Anne Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, and the Serra Club. He served his country as a member of the National Guard.
Jerome was the owner and president of Fertitta Finer Foods, Inc. He began working with his father and brother in the family grocery business while in grade school. The family’s first food store opened in Beaumont in 1929, and Jerome helped expand it to six locations around the community. He was deeply dedicated to his business and valued everyday interactions with customers and associates. He took pride in making his family-recipe Italian sausage for friends, family, and loyal patrons near and far.
Jerome is survived by his daughter, Alesia Johnson and her husband, Philip; son, Jerome Fertitta Jr., and his wife, Randi; son Cyril John Fertitta and his wife, Amy; and grandchildren, Barbara Johnson, Elizabeth Johnson, Thomas Fertitta, and Alex Fertitta.
He is preceded in death by his wife; his daughter, Judith Fertitta; his parents; and his brother, J.C. Fertitta.
The Fertitta family thanks the exceptional staff at Calder Woods Retirement Community and Harbor Hospice of Beaumont, with special gratitude to Gloria Dickens, Jean Mccray, and Maria Delores Cruz.
A gathering of Mr. Fertitta’s family and friends will begin at 5:00 p.m.., with a Rosary recited at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, June 22, 2023, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 23, 2023, at St. Anne Catholic Church, 2715 Calder Avenue, Beaumont. A private interment will take place at a later time.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Anne Catholic Church, 2715 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77702 or St. Anne Catholic School, 375 North 11th Street, Beaumont, Texas 77702, or Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas, 2780 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77703.
Video
Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
- 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
- June 22, 2023
- 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Rosary
Broussard’s Mortuary Major Dr.
- 1605, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
- June 22, 2023
- 6:00 pm
Mass of Christian Burial
St. Anne Catholic Church
- 2715, Calder Ave, Beaumont, TX, 77702,
- June 23, 2023
- 11:00 am
So sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Lifting your sweet family up in prayer.
I am sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad and of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this difficult time. I pray your many special memories of both of your parents will help you find peace in the coming days.
Lisa – I think of your sweet daughters and send prayers for them, as well.
Jan Fertitta
Lisa, Jerome, and John,
All these decades later, I still have fond memories of and occasionally dream about working at Fertitta’s Finer Foods on Park Street. Your dad and J.C. hired most of us Farinellas over the years. Honestly, I was always a little more afraid of Jerome than of J.C. or even Chief. But as I grew older, I realized your dad was just more reserved and quiet. With time I saw his warmth and gentleness. These come through in every photo of the tribute video…that special Jerome smile. It was the advertisement of all the kindness he would bring to whomever he met.
You all are in my thoughts during this time of so much grief.
Chris
John, I’m so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Please know that you and your family are I’m my thoughts and prayers. I remember your father always being so kind.
Joey Park
Prayers and comfort for the Fertitta family
Jerome was an exceptional man of God.
My deepest sympathy.
Lisa, Jerome and John
So sorry for the loss of your father especially so close to the loss of your mother. I remember so well that feeling of being an “orphan “. The top generation. I absolutely believe to the core of my being that all is grace. Roger and I will pray for your healing. How blessed you all were to call Barbara and Jerome Mom and Dad. Their love for my family was gift and wonderful. Loved them so. They are happy and whole and in their promised place. To know Jerome and Barbara was to know a saint on earth. Love and prayers to the family.
Lisa, I am so sorry to hear about your father and your mother, who I was unaware had passed. Your family are in our prayers.
To: Lisa, John, an Jr! It was a honor and pleasure to have known your parents. The time I spent with them were very rewarding. I have so many memories of them, and will carry them with me always I pray that you all do as well the love they left is truly Eternal!!! peace and love to you all????????????❤️❤️❤️
To Lisa! John! An Jr! It was a privilege and a pleasure knowing your parents my condolences to all the family! May you all carry the wonderful memories of their life with you always! The love they left behind let it grow, in each one of you because Love is eternal!!! !!Peace and love to you all????????????
i am so sorry to learn of jerome’s passing.
he was one of the best people in beaumont.
decades ago in the early 80’s i got to know him when barbara & him attended st. anthony cathedral. they were the best.
at that time jerome worked with fr. patillo to feed the needy. he was the mother theresa of beaumont.
years later my family opened a convenience store on college at 23rd. jerome was always willing to give me advice & i appreciated it.
both your parents are just wonderful people. jerome will be missed.
prayers,
mike cacioppo
Our thoughts and prayers will be for all the family and friends of Mr. Fertitta. Except for my daddy, he made THE BEST Itallian sausage.
Lisa, Jr., John, sympathy and prayers, and peace on the passing of your Dad. Sandy and Joseph
Mark and I send our heartfelt sympathy to you, Lisa, Jerome, and John. I have fond memories of growing up and going to his store and then working there during college. He was so gracious.
Fertitta Family, we are sorry to hear of Jerome ‘s passing. We will keep him in our prayers —Walter and Mary Brocato
Lisa, Jerome, & John,
We are sorry to hear that your Dad has passed. He was such a kind and thoughtful person. I have great memories visiting him at the grocery store with my Dad. You and all my Fertitta cousins are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Allison & Jim
Jerome was a great man. He employed me at his stores when I was just old enough to work. I have a lot of memory’s of him growing up. He was a great man! He has a place in heaven for sure. Prayers are with him and the family.
Lisa, Jerome and John: I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. Prayers for peace and comfort for all of you. ❤️
Cathy
I was saddened at the loss of your wonderful Mother and now your Father. They were an exemplary couple, always kind and always made you feel important in their lives. It was a true blessing to have had the opportunity to have known them both and I will always remember their kindness and gentleness. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this time. Karen
Lisa, Jerome, and John,
We are so sorry about the news that your father has passed. Your dad was such a wonderful man. He lived his life, putting others before himself. I know it will be a great reunion seeing your mother and sister again in heaven. You will all continue to be in our prayers for peace.
Love
Justin and Pam
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Mr. Jerome Fertitta Sr.. Love, Polly and Simon