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Obituaries for Melancon Levingston

In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones in Nederland, Port Neches, and Groves, TX.

Cynthia Richard

Cynthia Richard

Mar 25, 2024

Cynthia Richard, 75, a beloved member of the community passed away at her residence surrounded by her family on Monday, March 25, 2024. Cynthia was born in Kaplan, Louisiana, on June 14, 1948, to Mabel Cecile (Adams) Saltzman and Wilman Pierre Saltzman, Sr. She was a faithful woman of God and a devout Christian who lived her life guided by...

Wayne Lee Counterman

Wayne Lee Counterman

Mar 26, 2024

     Wayne "Winky" Lee Counterman, age 76 of Port Neches Texas, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He had a prolonged battle with cancer that led to many other complications. He had loved ones with him at the time of his passing.      Wayne was born on October 27, 1947...

Don Roy East

Don Roy East

Mar 24, 2024

Don Roy East, 92, reached the end of his earthly journey on March 24, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He was born on March 20, 1932, in Port Arthur, Texas. He was the son of Elvin Franklin East and Myrhl Woodall East and was the youngest of their nine children. Don's life was marked by significant milestones and contributions....

Larry Gene Tomplait

Larry Gene Tomplait

Mar 24, 2024

Larry Gene Tomplait, 83, of Port Acres, Texas passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at his residence in Port Acres with his loving family at his side.  

Larry was born on February 28, 1941, in Port Arthur, Texas to Eunice Vice Tomplait and Vencia Joseph Tomplait.  He was a member of St. Theresa, the Little Flower of Jesus Catholic...

Darrell James Marchand, Jr.

Darrell James Marchand, Jr.

Mar 23, 2024

Darrell James Marchand, Jr., 62, of Nederland, Texas passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. 

Darrell was born on October 2, 1961, in Port Arthur, Texas to Glenda Ann Deshazo Marchand and Darrell James Marchand, Sr.  He graduated from Nederland High School in 1980 and was a retired operator for the City of...

Deborah Mills Scalf

Deborah Mills Scalf

Mar 23, 2024

Deborah Mills Scalf, 69, of Port Neches, Texas, entered eternal rest on Saturday, March 23, 2024. 

Deborah was born on January 7, 1955, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Barbara Wilson Mills and Jack Edward Mills. She served St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Pt. Neches as Director of Religious Education for 22 years, sparking a love and curiosity of the Faith for thousands...

Carl Allen Parker

Carl Allen Parker

Mar 22, 2024

Senator Carl Allen Parker, distinguished lawyer, statesmen, and devoted native son of Port Arthur, Texas, died peacefully in his home on March 22, 2024, following a long illness. He was 89 years old.  A life-long public servant, Carl will best be remembered for his 34 years as a member of the Texas Legislature, starting with his election to the House...

Everett "E.W." Sweeney

Everett "E.W." Sweeney

Mar 17, 2024

Everett "E.W." Sweeney

Everett "E.W." Sweeney, a beloved member of the community, passed away on March 17, 2024, at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur. He was born in Port Arthur, Texas on May 16, 1949.

“E. W.” was known not only for his warm and compassionate nature but also for his dedication to education and fraternal organizations. Throughout...

Darrell Elwyn Smith

Darrell Elwyn Smith

Mar 17, 2024

Darrell Elwyn Smith, a dedicated pipeline worker for Chevron Pipeline Company in Fannett, has peacefully passed away on March 17th at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Born on January 16th in Wichita, Kansas, Darrell's hard work and commitment defined his life. He will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His legacy will live on through...

Winona McLaughlin Newby

Winona McLaughlin Newby

Mar 17, 2024

Winona McLaughlin Newby, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on March 17, 2024, at Oak Grove Nursing Home.   She was born on March 20, 1933, in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

At the age of ten, Nonie moved with her family to Sulphur, Louisiana, where her father accepted a job with Cities Service Oil Company.  It was there that she met...

Randy Paul Sonnier

Randy Paul Sonnier

Mar 16, 2024

Randy Paul Sonnier, lovingly known as a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on March 16, 2024. He was a man of integrity, strength, and compassion whose presence will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Randy was born on August 4, 1950, to his parents, Otis Sonnier and Thelma Durio Sonnier. Alongside his brother,...

Dr. Harvey Henry Randolph, Jr.

Dr. Harvey Henry Randolph, Jr.

Mar 16, 2024

Dr. Harvey Randolph passed away peacefully on March 16, 2024.Harvey (Butch, Doc, et al) was born on December 22, 1940, in Galveston, TX to Harvey Randolph Sr. and Romaine Robson Randolph.  He grew up in Port Arthur, TX, attended Bishop Byrne School ('59) and Lamar University then moved to Kirksville, Missouri to earn his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. Upon...

Jeff Daniel Briggs

Jeff Daniel Briggs

Mar 16, 2024

Jeff Daniel Briggs, born on September 29, 1947, in Port Arthur Texas, bid farewell to this world on March 16, 2024, in Port Arthur, Texas. He was the beloved husband of Mary N. Briggs for 27 wonderful years. Jeff will always be remembered as the oldest of nine children, a testament to his leadership and caring nature within his family circle....

Beth Lazenby

Beth Lazenby

Mar 16, 2024

     Beth Lazenby, a dedicated educator and legal professional, passed away on Friday, March 16, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas. Born on September 6, 1944 in Jasper, Texas, Beth led a remarkable life filled with passion for teaching and law.     Beth's career was marked by her commitment to education and justice. She taught at Port Neches Groves High School...

Susan Mary Pecorino

Susan Mary Pecorino

Mar 15, 2024

Susan Pecorino, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished Nana, and dear sister, has peacefully passed away at the Bonne Vie Nursing Home in Port Arthur, Texas. She was born on September 18th, 1952, in Morgan City, Louisiana.Susan devoted two decades of her life to a career in fabric retail, followed by another 15 years at H&R Block. Beyond her professional...

William Herman Ridgeway

William Herman Ridgeway

Mar 14, 2024

William Herman Ridgeway, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away in Groves, Texas at the age of 97. He was born on November 11, 1926, in Rattan, LA.  Herman led a fulfilling life surrounded by love and family.   Herman served in the Merchant Marine Service of the Coast Guard from November 1944, thru the end of World...

Marilyn Roccaforte

Marilyn Roccaforte

Mar 14, 2024

Marilyn Roccaforte, 1926 - 2024

 With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Marilyn Roccaforte, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Marilyn peacefully passed away on March 14, 2024 at the age of 98. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories that will forever be etched into the hearts of those who had the privilege of...

Rosa Marie Kea

Rosa Marie Kea

Mar 13, 2024

     Rosa "Marie" Kea, of Nederland, Texas and a cherished soul who graced this world with her presence for 94 years, has taken the hand of her Lord Jesus and peacefully passed away in Groves, Texas. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, Rosa's life was a testament to love, kindness, and warmth.     Rosa will be remembered for the immense...

Mary Elizabeth (Mary Beth) Stafford

Mary Elizabeth (Mary Beth) Stafford

Mar 12, 2024

Mary Elizabeth (Mary Beth) Daley Stafford, 97, was born in Port Arthur, Texas on November 22, 1926, and lived the majority of her life there.   Mary Beth graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1944.  She entered into eternal rest on March 12, 2024, in Spring, Texas.

 She attended Port Arthur College and then went to work for Texaco and...

Viola "Potsy" McBride

Viola "Potsy" McBride

Mar 11, 2024

Viola "Potsy" McBride, 96, a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother as well as a friend to many people, passed away in Friendswood, Texas on Monday, March 11, 2024. She is now joined with her beloved husband Waverd in Heaven.Vi was born on October 27, 1927, in Nordheim, Texas. She graduated from Yorktown High School in 1945 and later moved to...

Cynthia Richard

Cynthia Richard

Mar 25, 2024

Cynthia Richard, 75, a beloved member of the community passed away at her residence surrounded by her family on Monday, March 25, 2024. Cynthia was born in Kaplan, Louisiana, on June 14, 1948, to Mabel Cecile (Adams) Saltzman and Wilman Pierre Saltzman, Sr. She was a faithful woman of God and a devout Christian who lived her life guided by...

Wayne Lee Counterman

Wayne Lee Counterman

Mar 26, 2024

     Wayne "Winky" Lee Counterman, age 76 of Port Neches Texas, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He had a prolonged battle with cancer that led to many other complications. He had loved ones with him at the time of his passing.      Wayne was born on October 27, 1947...

Don Roy East

Don Roy East

Mar 24, 2024

Don Roy East, 92, reached the end of his earthly journey on March 24, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He was born on March 20, 1932, in Port Arthur, Texas. He was the son of Elvin Franklin East and Myrhl Woodall East and was the youngest of their nine children. Don's life was marked by significant milestones and contributions....

Larry Gene Tomplait

Larry Gene Tomplait

Mar 24, 2024

Larry Gene Tomplait, 83, of Port Acres, Texas passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at his residence in Port Acres with his loving family at his side.  

Larry was born on February 28, 1941, in Port Arthur, Texas to Eunice Vice Tomplait and Vencia Joseph Tomplait.  He was a member of St. Theresa, the Little Flower of Jesus Catholic...

Darrell James Marchand, Jr.

Darrell James Marchand, Jr.

Mar 23, 2024

Darrell James Marchand, Jr., 62, of Nederland, Texas passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. 

Darrell was born on October 2, 1961, in Port Arthur, Texas to Glenda Ann Deshazo Marchand and Darrell James Marchand, Sr.  He graduated from Nederland High School in 1980 and was a retired operator for the City of...

Deborah Mills Scalf

Deborah Mills Scalf

Mar 23, 2024

Deborah Mills Scalf, 69, of Port Neches, Texas, entered eternal rest on Saturday, March 23, 2024. 

Deborah was born on January 7, 1955, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Barbara Wilson Mills and Jack Edward Mills. She served St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Pt. Neches as Director of Religious Education for 22 years, sparking a love and curiosity of the Faith for thousands...

Carl Allen Parker

Carl Allen Parker

Mar 22, 2024

Senator Carl Allen Parker, distinguished lawyer, statesmen, and devoted native son of Port Arthur, Texas, died peacefully in his home on March 22, 2024, following a long illness. He was 89 years old.  A life-long public servant, Carl will best be remembered for his 34 years as a member of the Texas Legislature, starting with his election to the House...

Everett "E.W." Sweeney

Everett "E.W." Sweeney

Mar 17, 2024

Everett "E.W." Sweeney

Everett "E.W." Sweeney, a beloved member of the community, passed away on March 17, 2024, at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur. He was born in Port Arthur, Texas on May 16, 1949.

“E. W.” was known not only for his warm and compassionate nature but also for his dedication to education and fraternal organizations. Throughout...

Darrell Elwyn Smith

Darrell Elwyn Smith

Mar 17, 2024

Darrell Elwyn Smith, a dedicated pipeline worker for Chevron Pipeline Company in Fannett, has peacefully passed away on March 17th at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Born on January 16th in Wichita, Kansas, Darrell's hard work and commitment defined his life. He will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His legacy will live on through...

Winona McLaughlin Newby

Winona McLaughlin Newby

Mar 17, 2024

Winona McLaughlin Newby, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on March 17, 2024, at Oak Grove Nursing Home.   She was born on March 20, 1933, in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

At the age of ten, Nonie moved with her family to Sulphur, Louisiana, where her father accepted a job with Cities Service Oil Company.  It was there that she met...

Randy Paul Sonnier

Randy Paul Sonnier

Mar 16, 2024

Randy Paul Sonnier, lovingly known as a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on March 16, 2024. He was a man of integrity, strength, and compassion whose presence will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Randy was born on August 4, 1950, to his parents, Otis Sonnier and Thelma Durio Sonnier. Alongside his brother,...

Dr. Harvey Henry Randolph, Jr.

Dr. Harvey Henry Randolph, Jr.

Mar 16, 2024

Dr. Harvey Randolph passed away peacefully on March 16, 2024.Harvey (Butch, Doc, et al) was born on December 22, 1940, in Galveston, TX to Harvey Randolph Sr. and Romaine Robson Randolph.  He grew up in Port Arthur, TX, attended Bishop Byrne School ('59) and Lamar University then moved to Kirksville, Missouri to earn his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. Upon...

Jeff Daniel Briggs

Jeff Daniel Briggs

Mar 16, 2024

Jeff Daniel Briggs, born on September 29, 1947, in Port Arthur Texas, bid farewell to this world on March 16, 2024, in Port Arthur, Texas. He was the beloved husband of Mary N. Briggs for 27 wonderful years. Jeff will always be remembered as the oldest of nine children, a testament to his leadership and caring nature within his family circle....

Beth Lazenby

Beth Lazenby

Mar 16, 2024

     Beth Lazenby, a dedicated educator and legal professional, passed away on Friday, March 16, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas. Born on September 6, 1944 in Jasper, Texas, Beth led a remarkable life filled with passion for teaching and law.     Beth's career was marked by her commitment to education and justice. She taught at Port Neches Groves High School...

Susan Mary Pecorino

Susan Mary Pecorino

Mar 15, 2024

Susan Pecorino, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished Nana, and dear sister, has peacefully passed away at the Bonne Vie Nursing Home in Port Arthur, Texas. She was born on September 18th, 1952, in Morgan City, Louisiana.Susan devoted two decades of her life to a career in fabric retail, followed by another 15 years at H&R Block. Beyond her professional...

William Herman Ridgeway

William Herman Ridgeway

Mar 14, 2024

William Herman Ridgeway, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away in Groves, Texas at the age of 97. He was born on November 11, 1926, in Rattan, LA.  Herman led a fulfilling life surrounded by love and family.   Herman served in the Merchant Marine Service of the Coast Guard from November 1944, thru the end of World...

Marilyn Roccaforte

Marilyn Roccaforte

Mar 14, 2024

Marilyn Roccaforte, 1926 - 2024

 With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Marilyn Roccaforte, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Marilyn peacefully passed away on March 14, 2024 at the age of 98. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories that will forever be etched into the hearts of those who had the privilege of...

Rosa Marie Kea

Rosa Marie Kea

Mar 13, 2024

     Rosa "Marie" Kea, of Nederland, Texas and a cherished soul who graced this world with her presence for 94 years, has taken the hand of her Lord Jesus and peacefully passed away in Groves, Texas. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, Rosa's life was a testament to love, kindness, and warmth.     Rosa will be remembered for the immense...

Mary Elizabeth (Mary Beth) Stafford

Mary Elizabeth (Mary Beth) Stafford

Mar 12, 2024

Mary Elizabeth (Mary Beth) Daley Stafford, 97, was born in Port Arthur, Texas on November 22, 1926, and lived the majority of her life there.   Mary Beth graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1944.  She entered into eternal rest on March 12, 2024, in Spring, Texas.

 She attended Port Arthur College and then went to work for Texaco and...

Viola "Potsy" McBride

Viola "Potsy" McBride

Mar 11, 2024

Viola "Potsy" McBride, 96, a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother as well as a friend to many people, passed away in Friendswood, Texas on Monday, March 11, 2024. She is now joined with her beloved husband Waverd in Heaven.Vi was born on October 27, 1927, in Nordheim, Texas. She graduated from Yorktown High School in 1945 and later moved to...

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