Mary Ann Montalbano

February 4, 1930 - July 2, 2025

Mary Ann Montalbano, 95 passed away July 2, 2025, at her home in the presence of her loving family. She was a lifelong resident of Beaumont.

Mary Ann was a dedicated and loving mother and wife. She took great pride in always keeping a very tidy, clean and organized home while raising six children. Mary Ann enjoyed crafting, garage sales, crossword puzzles and reading.  In the early years she enjoyed attending her children’s sporting events and dance classes with her girls. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and later years taking care of her husband of sixty-seven years, Frank.

She is survived by her six children, Frank Montalbano, Jr. and wife, Deborah, of Waller; John Montalbano and wife, Kris; Jim Montalbano; Martin Montalbano and wife, Mary all from Beaumont; Anne Lawler and husband, Ed, of Groves; Jane Marino and husband, Gary, of Beaumont. She leaves behind 19 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Dorothy Jacobs, Valerie Mullally; and many other loving family members.

Mary Ann was preceded in death by her loving husband, Frank; and great-grandson, Cole.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to our care givers Josie, Debbie, Trish, Ana, Paige and Myra; they will always be a part of the Montalbano Family. Thank you, Gentiva Hospice, for all your help and support.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions for Mrs. Montalbano may be made to St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica, 700 Jefferson Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701; St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica School, 850 Forsythe Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701; or Kerr County Flood Relief Fund referencing Camp Mystic, https://cftexashillcountry.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=4201.

A gathering of Mrs. Montalbano’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., with her Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m., Monday, July 7, 2025, at Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica, 700 Jefferson Street, Beaumont, with her interment to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont.

Gathering of Family and Friends

Broussard’s Mortuary McFaddin Ave.
  • 2000, Mcfaddin Avenue, Beaumont, Texas, 77701,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rosary

Broussard’s Mortuary McFaddin Ave.
  • 2000, Mcfaddin Avenue, Beaumont, Texas, 77701,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 6:00 pm

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica
  • 700, Jefferson St, Beaumont, TX, 77701,
  • July 8, 2025
  • 10:00 am

Entombment

Forest Lawn Memorial Park
  • 4955, Pine St, Beaumont, TX, 77703,

Comments (36)

    Tiffany Bridges says:

    To The Montalbano Family..my thoughts and prayers are with you all,growing up ,attending school ,working with &for some of the eldest grandchildren, I remember her ohhh so well…beautiful and classy lady 95yrs is such a blessing .

    Wilhelmina Roberts Brown c/o 82 MKHS says:

    Prayers for the family. I remember Mrs. Mary Ann from Kelly High school. Such a classy lady.

    The Montalbano says:

    Thank you so much for your kind words.
    The Montalbano Family

    The Montalbano says:

    Thank you for your kind words.
    The Montalbano Family

    Sheryl Fontenot says:

    To The Montalbano Family, your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers, may you all find comfort in your memories of your Sweet Mother.
    EJ & Sheryl Fontenot

    The Montalbano says:

    Thank you so much.
    ❤️The Montalbano Family

    Debbie Abshire says:

    So sorry to hear about your Mother.
    Will be praying for the family🙏

    The Montalbano says:

    Thank you

    Brian Braquet says:

    Dianna and I will not be able to be with you tomorrow for the funeral. Will pray a rosary for your Mom tomorrow morning at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception here in Tyler —we will be with you in spirit.
    Brian Braquet

    The Montalbano says:

    Thank you so much. We missed y’all yesterday.
    ❤️The Montalbano Family.

    carolyn king says:

    Dear Anne, Jane and the rest of the Montalbano family. Greg and I send our sincere condolences to all of you in the loss of your Mother. Both she and your Dad were such good friends to MaryAnn and Skip that I feel quite sure they were waiting at heavens gate along with your Dad to welcome your Mom home. May your special memories carry you through this difficult time.
    Love and prayers being sent to you.
    Greg and Carolyn King

    The Montalbano says:

    Thank so much for your kind words. Yes they were at heaven’s gate waiting to welcome her home.
    ❤️The Montalbano Family

    Yolanda Reyes Arredondo says:

    Sending prayers for all your family. My mom and sister also send prayers. My mom always remembers her kind your mom was towards her . I always loved picking up the add for the paper at the store. Brought back good memories of Assumption when seeing your parents and family together. 🙏

    The Montalbano says:

    Thank you so much for your kind words.
    ❤️The Montalbano Family

    Joan Giglio Kirkpatrick says:

    Dear Montalbano Family,
    Words fail to express our love, support and condolences for the loss of your wonderful Mother. My Father, Frank, had fond memories of your parents and loved them dearly. Take comfort in knowing that you have the prayers, love and support of many during this difficult time.
    Love & Prayers,
    Joan Giglio Kirkpatrick

    The Montalbano says:

    Thank you so much for your kind words.
    ❤️The Montalbano Family

    Myra D Hockless says:

    TO THE FAMILY WANT TO THANK YOU ALL FOR LETTING ME TAKE CARE OF YOUR MOM WHILE I WAS THERE WAS THE SWEETEST WOMAN YOU EVER COULD MEET WILL MISS YOU MS MARYANN REST WELL ❤️‍🩹 LOVE YOU AND WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.

    The Montalbano Family says:

    Myra
    Thank you so much for taking such good care of mom.
    ❤️ The Montalbano Family

    Barbara Fesco Lettau says:

    Jane and I’m so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. You and your family will be in our THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
    MAY SHE RIP😇🌹🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

    The Montalbano Family says:

    Thank you.

    Jan Droptini says:

    My prayers and condolences, Martin, in the passing of your mother.
    CB&I co-worker

    Martin Montalbano says:

    Thank you Jan

    Celeste Salhab says:

    Dear Montalbano family,
    Me deepest condolences for your loss. As some of you know, my late father and your dad were dear friends since grade school at St. Anthony’s. Both he and your mother continued to be close friends with my parents throughout their lives. Jimmy, I always considered you a dear friend in high school, and continue to do so. May all of your wonderful memories of your mother sustain you all through this difficult time.
    With love,
    Celeste

    The Montalbano Family says:

    Yes our parents were close!!
    ❤️The Montalbano Family

    John & Judy Bryant says:

    Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to Mary Ann and all of the Montalbano extended family. May GOD welcome her into His loving heart and arms, granting her salvation and an eternal life as a member of the Family of GOD, in Heaven.

    The Montalbano Family says:

    Thank you for your kind words.
    ❤️ The Montalbano Family

    Melissa Jennis Ahrens says:

    Anne, and Family I so so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was the sweetest. Will keep you in my prayers

    The Montalbano Family says:

    Thank you Melissa.

    mike cacioppo says:

    a loving wife, mom and cousin. a good friend to my mom all her married life.

    i always admired what seemed to be a calm demeanor in the midst of raising her large family.

    love & prayers on behalf of my mom, mary jo & myself.

    mike cacioppo

    The Montalbano Family says:

    Mike
    Thank you for your kind words.
    ❤️ The Montalbano Family

    Susan strandberg says:

    Mary Ann was a good neighbor and a dedicated wife. She took excellent care of Frank in his declining years and never lamented. She was always kind and cordial to everyone. May God bless and rest her dear soul. Susan and Rich Strandberg, Conroe, TX

    The Montalbano Family says:

    Thank you for your kind words

    Anthony Fasulo says:

    Very sorry to hear this difficult news. I didn’t know your mom as well as I did Frank, Sr.(he was like a second dad to me), but I did meet her a few times years back and found her to be a really nice lady. My prayers and sorrows are with the entire Montalbano family.

    The Montalbano Family says:

    Thank you for your kind words.
    The Montalbano Family

    Cathy Zummo says:

    To the entire Montalbano family, your mother was always a warm and welcoming lady. You were so blessed to have had such dedicated and loving parents.
    She raised some great children.
    Jimmy, you are such a special friend and a son we all truly admire.
    We will be out of town next week but you will all be in our prayers at this time of loss.
    Blessings, Cathy and Frank Zummo

    The Montalbano Family says:

    Cathy and Frank
    We really appreciate your kind words.
    ❤️ To good friends!

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