Karen Sue Lejeune
Karen Sue Lejeune, age 70, of Woodville, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home Tuesday, June 17, 2025; surrounded by her loving family.
Karen was born in Port Arthur, Texas on June 8th, 1955, to Forest “Bud” Loftin and Beverly Loftin. She graduated from Stephen F. Austin High School in 1973, and went on to be a hardworking, inspiring mother to her children. Karen spent her days raising her two girls, Kimberly and Ashley; along with being a loving wife to her husband, Terral Lejeune since 1978. She always had a passion for good home-cooked meals, and tending to their beautiful garden. Karen had a strong love for her friends and family, and always loved getting everyone together for a meal and a good time. Her home was always a welcoming environment to all because of the way she loved and treated everyone around her. Her love for Jesus radiated off of her when she walked into a room. She always made sure to spread the good news of the Gospel to everyone she met. Karen’s huge heart and fun-loving personality touched many throughout the years.
Karen is survived by her husband of 47 years, Terral Lejeune; daughters, Kimberly Mazzagate and her husband, Brent; and Ashley Yanez and her husband, Jesus; granddaughters, Kaylee Hernandez and her husband, Jonah, Emilee Casses, Abigail Yanez, and Allie Yanez; great granddaughter, Olivia Hernandez; and great grandson due in August, Jack Hernandez; brother, Keith Loftin; sister in law, Phyllis Loftin; sister, Kellie Holmes; brother in law, Mark Holmes; along with a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Forest “Bud” Loftin and Beverly Lenoir; sisters, Sherrie Roberts and Kathy Dubois; brothers, Randy Loftin and Kenneth Loftin; along with her best friend and sister-in-law, Patty Loftin.
Karen, also known as Memaw, will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her legacy lives on through her children, grandchildren, and everyone whose life she touched with her love and kindness.
There will be no memorial or service at this time, due to Karen’s final wishes. Her cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.
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What a loss. Aunt Karen was like a second mom to me through the years. Little flashes of memories from all those years… her singing and laughing in the Blazer while carpooling us to school, that time we made cinnamon toast while sleep-eating—lol. We were all blessed to know her. And undoubtedly, if anyone was serious about her beliefs, it was her. She spoke it, and she lived it. She was fun, zany, intelligent, forgiving, and kind. It brings tears to my eyes and a bittersweet smile, reflecting on the I’m thousands of moments we shared—whether it was laughter or tears.
Thank you, Aunt Karen, for everything you taught me.
You will be greatly missed.
Although I didn’t get to see Karen much since we graduated, I always enjoyed her when we did get a chance to visit. I will miss her. She was a very good friend in school. Always a joy to be around. RIP my friend. Prayers for your family’s peace.
Condolences to the family and friends. Karen was a beautiful person inside and out. She had a gift of making you laugh and feeling like you were so special. I loved seeing her post on fb of her kids/grandkids who she was extremely proud of. ❤️🙏
Praying 🙏 for your family. I was very close to the Loftin gang. We grew up across the field to her. My family were very close with all 7 of them. They stayed at our house and we stayed with them. My brother was thee same age as Grady my brother. Sherrie was my Maid of Honor. So sorry for your loss. She was a sweetheart. Love ❤️ you Karen.
My sincerest condolences to the entire family❤️I’m praying for you all. Peace is resting in the Lord.
Thank you, my beautiful friend, my sister. I love you so much. I know that you know the pain too well. As I always continue lifting you in prayer, I know you will do the same for me. My momma LOVED “our Doddie” as she would say when we would talk, and she never even had the pleasure of meeting you. She was so happy I had you, Kerri, and tonya, and so proud of the work we do. I love you so much!