Jerry W. Peveto
Jerry W. Peveto, 85, of Nome, died Thursday, April 10, 2025. He was born on November 12, 1939, to Kathryn Harmon Peveto and Allen Peveto, in Orange. Following his mother’s death, he was raised by “Aunt Mary” Eddleman Peveto.
A fourth-generation rice farmer, Jerry W. lived a life many men can only dream of-a talented athlete, a NFR champion rodeo cowboy, a respected farmer, and family man. This McLewis Community boy played college football at Texas A&M and East Texas State (now Texas A&M Commerce) before graduating from Sam Houston State in 1962. After teaching five years, he left the classroom for the rodeo arena, qualifying five times for the National Finals in Oklahoma City.
In 1972, he won the Finals in steer wrestling. But in 1973 following the death of his beloved older brother, Jerry returned to the farm to plant and harvest the rice crop for his brother’s widow. He then purchased the farm, retiring in 2001. Jerry and his wife married in 1974 and made their home in Nome for the remainder of his life. He was the proud father of two loving sons.
All who ever met Jerry heard one of his many tales-most of which were true- despite an occasional embellishment for effect. This former teacher, rodeo cowboy, and farmer loved sharing these stories that were numbered by family members who had heard them all a time or two. But most of all, those who knew Jerry remember fondly a larger-than-life man of integrity, humility, and kindness. He loved his family and his wide network of friends. His faith in his Savior sustained him, especially during his last years.
Survivors include his wife, Cynthia Peveto; sons, Jason Menard and his wife, Leah, of Buda and Todd Peveto and his wife, Cassy, of Beaumont; brothers, Don Hubbard and his wife, Judy, of Orange and Charles Ray Peveto of Houston; grandchildren, Anna Potter of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Caleb Menard of Buda, and Ryan Reamy, Ross Reamy, and Russ Reamy; and great-grandchildren, Hadley Reamy, Ila Reamy, and Aliza Reamy, all of Beaumont.
He is preceded in death by his parents and Mary Eddleman Peveto and brothers, Flurry Joe Peveto and Perry Allen Peveto.
Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 1985 Louisiana Street, Nome, Texas 77629 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105.
A gathering of Mr. Peveto’s family and friends will begin at 10:00 a.m., with a celebration of a life well spent following at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 3, 2025, at First Baptist Church, 1985 Louisiana Street, Nome.
His cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.
“May integrity and uprightness protect me, because my hope, Lord, is in you.” -Psalm 25:21
Gathering of Family and Friends
First Baptist Church-Nome
- 1985, Louisiana Street, Nome, Texas, 77629,
- May 3, 2025
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Celebration of a Life Well Spent
First Baptist Church-Nome
- 1985, Louisiana Street, Nome, Texas, 77629,
- May 3, 2025
- 11:00 am
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We love ya’ll and Mr. Jerry will be greatly missed. What great stories him and Daddy shared with all.
Hugs to all!
Julie
I had the privilege of knowing Jerry for years. He was a joy to be around.
Rest in Peace with Jesus my friend.
And condolences to his wife, family, and loved ones.
Rest in Peace Mr. Peveto, thanks for all the life lessons. Supporting me thru college, and most of all lasting memories on the farm.
So sorry for your loss…My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Terri and William
Haacke
Prayers of God’s comfort and love to the Peveto family. Many memories of our both being rice farmers and purchasing Christmas trees from the Peveto tree farm.
Todd and family members y’all are in my prayers and thoughts. So sorry to hear about Jerry. He was very kind man
Sending love, prayers and support to all
God Bless,
Christine and Robert Voan
Cynthia and family,
I’m saddened to hear of Jerry’s passing. Know that my heartfelt prayers are with you. May you find comfort in your memories.
So sorry for your lost. He was a good cousin.
Jerry was a very nice man and will be greatly missed. Prayers for God’s peace and strength to all the family.
Prayers and condolences. I heard lots of wonderful stories growing up from my Dad (Glen Peveto) and the adventures of the Peveto Cousins / brothers, going to dances, riding up and down HWY 62 on horseback, when it was nothing but a dirt road, farming, and rodeo life. I am sure they are all sitting on a front porch together swapping stories and memories in Heaven. Prayers and condolences.
Jerry was such a fine man. I always enjoyed visiting with him. He definitely will be missed. My thoughts are with Cynthia , Jason & Todd, and the rest of his family.
Sorry for your loss the old Rodeo stories will be missed.