Memorial Page

Robert LaBeaux Sr.

Dec 23, 1898-

Son of Burl Sr., & Clementine

(His parents name in the  paper obituary were Burrell & Clemas LeBeaux) 

Louelva Hayes-LaBeaux

1900-1969

Daughter of Joseph & Corine 

Robert Miller

Rose Lee Duhon

1924-2019

Mrs. Rose Lee Duhon, 95, of Beaumont Texas passed away on Monday, December 23, 2019 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. 

Funeral services for Mrs. Duhon will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at St. Martin DePorres Catholic Church, located at 7467 Boyt Rd. in Beaumont (Cheek), Texas 77713, with burial to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park and Cemetery under the direction of Mercy Funeral Home in Beaumont, Texas.  A public viewing for Mrs. Duhon will be held on Friday, January 3, 2020 from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 p.m. at Mercy Funeral Home Chapel and a visitation on Saturday, January 4, 2020 from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at the church. 

Mrs. Duhon memories will forever remain in the hearts of her daughters, Yvonne Jones Branch (Vincent) of Houston, Texas and Jennafer Hamilton (Keith) of Beaumont, Texas; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Lee Esther Mae Labeaux Spencer-Lovingood

Nov. 28, 1920-July 5, 2018

CARTHAGE-Mrs. Lee Esther Mae Labeaux Spencer-Lovingood, 97, passed on July 5, 2018 in Carthage, TX. She was born on November 28, 1920 in New Iberia, LA. She was the first born of ten children to Robert Labeaux, Sr. and Louelva Hayes Labeaux.

She was baptized Catholic and was educated at Hebert High School in Beaumont, TX. She moved to San Francisco, CA in the early 1940's. She married Edward Spencer 1939 and later divorced. She later married James Lovingood in 1976 until his death in 1989. They were together a total of 36 years. They lived in Richmond, CA and worked at the Jack Tar Hotel-Cathedral Hill and retired together in 1985. She worked 25 years as the Chief Linen Room Coordinator. After retiring, she worked an additional 17 years for the Senior Nutrition Program for the City of Richmond, CA. She moved to Carthage in 2017.

Her ashes will be laid to rest with her late husband, James Lovingood, at the Olivet Memorial Park in Colma, CA. A memorial service will be held at a future date. She was a beautiful and thoughtful person who was well-liked and special to all who knew her. A special thanks to the staff and caregivers at the Carthage Healthcare Center.

Cherishing her memories are her daughter, Cheryll Spencer (Donald Wilcotts); sisters, Marjorine Hopkins of Richmond, CA, Juanita Ann Seals and Camille Thibodeaux (Larry), both of Beaumont; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Hawthorn Funeral Home.

Alice Rosalie Coit

DOD: 10/20/2014

Alice passed of Glendale, Arizona at the age of 96 years old  passed away on October 20, 2014. Funeral services will Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at 11:00 am. at Beacon Light Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 2602 N 51st Ave., Phoenix, Arizona. Interment will be East Resthaven Cemetery, 4310 E. Southern Ave., Phoenix, Az. Services entrusted to Universal Memorial Center.

Published by The Arizona Republic on Oct. 26, 2014.

Rebecca Lebeaux Anderson, a resident of Killien, TX, died Tuesday, January 31, 2006. Age 106 years. A native of New Iberia, LA and resident of Covington, LA. A member of Order of Eastern Star.l Visitation on Saturday, February 11, 2006 from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. at Doughty Chapel AME Church, Florida St., Covington, LA. Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. at the Church. Interment Wilson Cemetery. RICHARDSON FUNERAL HOME, Hammond, LA entrusted with arrangements.

Published by The Times-Picayune on Feb. 10, 2006

Herman Duhon

1921-1997

Father Theodore R. Lewis, Jr.

July 13, 1946- Dec 21, 2017

CHARLESTON S.C. Father Theodore R. Lewis, Jr. was born in Galveston, Texas, on July 23, 1946, and departed this life on December 21, 2017. A Funeral Service of Celebration for Father Theodore R. Lewis, Jr. will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 2, 2018, with visitation to begin at 10:00am at St. Augustine Hippo Episcopal Church. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery under the direction of Carnes Brothers Funeral Home.

He leaves to cherish his memories: his wife, Martha D. Lewis; daughter, Carrie E. Lewis; grandchildren, DeAndre' Alston, DeShaunna Nelson and Gikwan Young.

Additional services were held in Charleston. www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

Corrine Fay

LaBeaux-Gans

1940-1997

Daughter of Robert Sr,. & Louelva

Robert LaBeaux, Jr.

1925- Feb 8, 2018

Robert LaBeaux, Jr. passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at his home in Beaumont, TX. He was employed with International Laborers Local and also operated his own trucking business. He also grew and sold pecans and okra. Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Annie Marie Bassett, parents, brothers; sisters; and a granddaughter. He is survived by daughters, Sharon Wilkes (Billy), Louelva Antoine (Larry), son, Robert G. LaBeaux, Sr. (Rhena), seven grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; sisters, Lee Esther Lovingood, Marjorine Hopkins, and Juanita Seals and a host of nieces, nephews and friends who will greatly miss him. On Friday, February 16, 2018 at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church (3390 Sarah St.) there will be a visitation at 8 a.m. until the Rosary at 9:15 a.m. The funeral mass will be at 10 a.m. with Robert, Jr. being laid to rest at Live Oak Memorial Park. www.comeauxchapel.com

Published by Beaumont Enterprise on Feb. 15, 2018.

Son of Robert LaBeaux, Sr., & Louelva Hayess LaBeauax

Hazel Limbrick-Richardson

Vida Mae LaBeaux Landry

Nov 8, 1923- 2017

Vida Mae LaBeaux Landry, 93, lifetime resident of Beaumont, TX, departed this life on Sunday, April 9, 2017. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 A.M., at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church, on Wednesday, April 19, 2017. Visitation will begin at 8:00 A.M. with a Rosary recited at 9:15 A.M., at the church. Burial will follow at Magnolia Cemetery, under the direction of Calvary Mortuary Staff. Vida's love will remain in the hearts of her sons, Vernon Lee Landry (Ethel) and Charles Landry (Lou Anna), both of Beaumont, TX; daughters, Walterine Dacus-Johnson (LeRoy) of Carrolton, TX, Viola Freeman and Shirley Johnson of Lawrenceville, GA, and Carolyn Raven (John) of Beaumont, TX; sisters, Lee Esther Lovingood of Carthage, TX, Marjorine Hopkins of Richmond, CA, Juanita Ann Seals of Beaumont, TX, and Camille Thibodeaux (Larry) of Beaumont, TX; brother, Robert LaBeaux, Jr. of Beaumont, TX; 19 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, loved ones, and friends.

Published by Beaumont Enterprise on Apr. 16, 2017.

Daughter of Robert Sr., and Louelva

Charlotte LaBeaux  Felix Phillps

Nov 11, 1927

Daughter of Robert Sr., and Louelva

Della Harris

DOD: Jan 20, 2010

Cheryll Ann Spencer

Mar 20, 1950-Oct 2022

Cheryll was born in San Francisco, CA to Lee Esther Mae LaBeaux Spencer Lovingood March 20, 1950.  She attended, Saint Dominic Elementary School, and Galileo High School in SF.  She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and St. Vincent in SF.   Cheryll worked in the financial district as a transcriber and secretary for many years and modeled in her young adult years. She later moved to Richmond, CA in 1980 and became a member of St. John's the Baptist Catholic Church in El Cerrito, CA.  She loved animals, raised: several dogs, cats, and butterflies, and her favorite bird and sidekick "Chico".  She moved to Carthage, TX  in 2016 with her long standing boyfriend Donald Ray Wilcots, and provided loving care to him and his grandchildren before she  passed due to illness.

Richard C. LaBeaux

Richard Clifford LaBeaux, 72, of Beaumont, TX, departed this life on Saturday, March 8, 2014. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, March 15, 2014, at Calvary Mortuary Chapel, under the direction of Calvary Mortuary Staff. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at the chapel. His love and memories will remain in the hearts of his sons, Kevin Wilson (Rachel) and Raymond Ruth (Shantelle); daughters, Antonia Guidry (Larry), Tyra Scott (Shoan), Ursula Warren (Robert), Lillian Young (Douglas), Tarsha Jones (Tyrone), and Samantha Ruth (Bobby); sisters, Lee Esther Lovingood, Vida Mae Landry, Marjorine Hopkins, Juanita Ann Seals and Camille Thibodeaux (Larry); brother, Robert LaBeaux, Jr.; 23 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Published by The Beaumont Enterprise on Mar. 13, 2014.

Son of Robert Sr,. & Louelva 

Marjorine LaBeaux Hopkins

May 28, 1933-Dec 9, 2022

Marjorine LaBeaux Hopkins was born on May 28th 1933, in Beaumont, Texas. She was the seventh child of eleven children, between the union of her parents Robert LaBeaux, Sr and Louelva Hayes LaBeaux.

Marjorine attended elementary school, was baptized, and confirmed all at Our Mother Mercy in Beaumont Texas. She received her high school diploma from Hebert High School and later obtained her license in cosmetology.

Marjorine married Henry E. Hopkins, Sr on May 7th 1954 and of that union, they were blessed with three children; Henry E. Hopkins Jr., Richmond, CA, Cynthia Gail Hopkins Williams, San Jose, CA, and Karen Yvete Hopkins Fuller, (Kenneth Shawn Fuller Sr.) Richmond, CA.

Marjorine and her family moved to San Francisco, California in 1968, for a job opportunity for her husband which allowed him to be the first black principle at Tamalpias High School in Marin, County, CA. They later moved to Richmond, CA where she resided for many years. Marjorine attended Contra Costa College, San Pablo, CA, worked and cared for her family twenty four-seven. Marjorine had various jobs: such as film development for the Kodak company, housekeeping management at the Jack Tar Hotel and Mark Hopkins Hotel, executive director and manager for the Kyoto Inn Hotel in Japantown, (San Francisco). She also worked at the Cow Palace as a security guard.

Marjorine and her family later moved back to Beaumont, where she run her own beauty shop and were known for doing the best and tightest Jerry curls, silky press and combs, and Shirley temple curls. Marjorine moved back to California in 1986 and opened her daycare, caring for children of all ages and backgrounds.

Marjorine was a member of the NAACP, an active member of the Catholic dioceses of Oakland, Brownie and Girl troop leader. "Mema" had vast hobbies and interests: from being and avid bowler in a league, joining the St. Marks, St. Columbia, and St. John's choirs, doing zumbo, taking Spanish classes, water aerobics, playing bingo and the slots, traveling with the Richmond senior center or by herself to all the local Indian reservations for some one arm bandit fun. She enjoyed dancing, modeling, attending zydeco dances, concerts, plays, and going to the movies with her family. Marjorine's passion was cooking and serving delicious home cooked meals to all that entered her home. Mema loved watching football and basketball games. Steph curry was her favorite player. But most of all she loved and lived for her family.

Marjorine was proceeded in death by: her loving husband, Henry E. Hopkins Sr., parents, Robert and Louelva LaBeaux, siblings; Vernon, Vida Mae, Lee, Corin, Robert Jr., Larry, Richard, and Charlotte. She leaves to mourn her sisters Juanita Seals and Camille Thibodeaux (Larry) Beaumont, TX, her children Henry, Cynthial, and Karen, son-in-law Shawn, Sr,. six grandchildren; Jamar (Jennifer), Yndia (Ania), Joshua "Chaaser" (Alexis "Shaayan") Shawn, Jr., (Soraida) Asiah, and Kendall. Thirteen great children and another on the way. She will be cherished and missed by a host of family and friends especially her adopted family she helped raised.

Marjorine was a go getter and leader in many aspects of her life. May she rest well.

Daughter of Robert Sr,. & Louelva 

Luclaire  LaBeaux Clemons

Marguerite Ann Hayes-Thomas "Margie"

Dec 25, 1928-May 30, 2014

Larry E. LaBeaux

Son of Robert Sr,. & Louelva 

Talmadge Lionel LeBeau

Apr 7, 1927-Aug ?? 1981

Herbert Felix Sr.,

Jan 6, 1948-Mar 19, 2020

Wonderful husband, fabulous father, faithful friend and child of the Most High.

Herbert Louis Felix, Sr. was born on January 6, 1948 in Beaumont, Texas to the late William Felix Sr. and the late Charlotte Labeaux Felix.

He entered into eternal rest on Thursday, March 19, 2020.

Herbert attended Abraham Lincoln High School (c/o 1967) in Port Arthur, Texas where he met the love of his life Claudia Spell.  They went on to build a beautiful life together.  Herbert began working at an early age acquiring many skills that would contribute to his success.  His entrepreneurial spirit led him in to many endeavors - car repair, wrecker service, salvage yard, crusher service, trucking and his latest addition NAPA Auto Parts. Regardless of his path, he always brought others along.  The "Shop" has become a sanctuary, hang out, counselor office, man and women cave and a place you can always find work even if it was just until you got on your feet.  Regardless of what you called him - Big Herb, Felix, Pit Boss, Pops or Daddy, you knew when you called he would answer.  His impact and fingerprints can be seen in the lives of so many. 

He was a member of Called to Destiny International where he sang in the choir, occasionally taught Adult Sunday School, member of the Men's Ministry and was known for blowing the Shofar horn.

Herbert was preceded in death by his parents William Felix, Sr. and Charlotte Phillips, in-laws Hilliard Spell Sr. and Annie B. Spell, brothers Edwin Chargois and Peter Red Howard and nephew Roderick Calcote.

He leaves to cherish his memories his wife of 50 years, Claudia Spell Felix, and his children, Herbert Louis Felix, Jr. (Niecy) and Meridith Yvette Oldacre (Patrick).

He is also survived by his siblings William Felix, Jr. (Pat), Mary Calcote (Roy), Patricia Felix and brothers-in-law Hilliard "June" Spell (Betty) and Abraham "Butch" Spell.

He will be missed by his grandchildren: Herschel Felix, Herbert (Tra) Felix, III, Miles Oldacre, Maddox Oldacre, and Malachi Oldacre along with a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Graveside service for immediate family only will be 11 am on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at Live Oak Cemetery, 12563 W. Port Arthur Road, Nederland, Texas with entombment to follow.

A Memorial Service will be scheduled for a later date.

Zenobia LeBeaux Johnikin-Butler

(Lebeaux)

DOD: June 24, 2017

Zenobia LeBeaux Johnikin-Butler, age 94, transitioned from her Earthly home to her Heavenly home on Saturday, June 24, 2017. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, July 1, 2017, 10:30 AM at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 6828 Chef Menteur Highway, N.O., LA. Visitation will begin at 8:30AM until the hour of Mass. Private Interment She was preceded in death by her first husband, James Johnikin, Sr.; son James Johnikin, Jr.; parents Willie & Victoria Prevost LeBeaux; grandson Charley Bailey, Jr., and great-granddaughter Carly Madine Ackers. She leaves to cherish her precious memories her husband Louis Butler, Jr.; 3 daughters, Janice Johnikin Bailey, Elissa Johnikin George and Mary Ann Johnikin Madine; 2 sons, Reginald Johnikin, Sr., and Daniel Johnikin; 20 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; 25 great great-grandchildren; 3 great great great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Services entrusted to the caring staff of: Professional Funeral Services, Inc. "Celebrating Life" 1449 N Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, LA 70116 504-948-7447

Published by The Times-Picayune from Jun. 29 to Jun. 30, 2017.

Evelyn LaBeaux Veal

Sept 20, 1936 -

June 6, 2021

Daughter of Valcoure LaBeaux & Everlenia Vital LaBeaux (LaBauex)

Arlie E. & Marion Grace Rousseau LeBeaux, Sr.,

Arlie: 1918-1998

son of William & Victoria LeBeaux

The "Spaniard"?

Lewis Charles Provost

Harold Landry "Teeney/Bullrider"

1944-Jul 9, 2014

Son of Vida Mae LaBeaux Landry

Tosha Wilkes Andrews

Dec 29, 1971-Mar 01, 2015

Daughter of Sharon & Billy Wilkes

Tosha was an amazing and bright women.  She studied and taught abroad in Japan.   She was and Economic Researcher for Japan and Korea at the U.S. Department of Agriculture.  Additionally, after graduating from John Hopkins SAIS, she was a research associate focusing on U.S. International Trade Policy and U.S. -Japan relations in the Washington, D.C. office of ITOCHU International, one of the largest Japanese trading firms.

Pamela Faye Gans

Daughter of Corrine LaBeaux Gans

Laverne Camilla LaBeaux Woods

Daughter of Valcoure LaBeaux & Everlenia Vital LaBeaux (LaBauex)

James Johnikin

Aug 8, 1951-Jul 17, 2015

James Arnold Johnikin Jr., at age 63 passed away peacefully on Friday, July 17, 2015 at his home in Powhatan, Louisiana. He was born on August 29, 1951 to James Johnikin Sr. and Zenobia Lebeaux Johnikin. James leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 19 Years, Pamela Rivers Johnikin, his mother Zenobia Johnikin Butler and his step-father Louis "Pepper" Butler. Three sisters, Janice Bailey, Elissa George, Mary Ann Madine, and two brothers Reginald Johnikin Sr., and Daniel Johnikin. One Brother-in-law Hardrick Rivers and Sister-in-law Pamela Rivers. One God-daughter Arletta Colar and a host of nieces and nephew. He was preceded in death by his father James Johnikin Sr., his parental grandparents Ben Johnikin and Mary Johnikin Briscoe, His maternal grandparents Willie and Victoria Lebeaux, his nephew Charles Bailey Jr., and his great-niece Carly Madine-Ackers. James attended Alfred Lawless Junior High and received his high school diploma from G.W. Carver Senior High School. He served as a Signalman in the U.S. Navy. He retired from Southern Scrap of New Orleans. He then Moved to Powhatan and became a cattle ranger. He worked at the Council on Aging in Natchitoches and also with the Natchitoches Parish Head Start. He was a member of the Golden Eagles Indians and the Young Men of Olympia Second Line Group in New Orleans, Louisiana. A Celebration of James Johnikin's life will be held on Friday, July 31, 2015 at 4 pm at the Powhatan Cemetery. The Winfield Memorial Funeral Home at 318 North St., Natchitoches, La. 71457 will be taking care of the arrangements. The repass will be held at the Powhatan Range.

Published by The Times-Picayune from Jul. 29 to Jul. 31, 2015.

Son of Zenobia LeBeaux Johnikin

Barbara LaBeaux

Rosa Lee Ratcliff

Henry Ratcliff

Seletha Marie LaBeau

Dec 10, 1928-May 6, 2010

Seletha was born in Weleetka, Oklahoma, to Albert and Novella Brown. She is survived by her husband, Louis LaBeau. They were happily married for 61 years.

Seletha is also survived by her three children: Linda, Pamela, and Roderick. She was the loving grandmother of Jamila and Cameron, and great grandmother of Jacob.

Friends and family are invited to attend a celebration of her life, Thursday, May 13, 2010 at 10:00 am at Angelus Funeral Home, 3875 South Crenshaw Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90008.

Published by Los Angeles Times on May 12, 2010.

Louis LaBeau

Apr 17, 1927-Dec 26, 2016

Son of Burl & Hulda LaBeau

Cheryl Linton

Brenda Ruth LaBeaux

Yvonne Branch

DOD: Apr 2, 2020

Daughter of Herman & Rose Lee Duhon

Vivette Rodgers

DOD:  2022

Sherrie Linton Johnson

Jameszette W. Carter

Mar 20, 1933-Mar 22, 2015

Passed peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2015. Wife of the late Celester Carter, beloved mother of Angela Thompson(Ric), Patrick Carter(Erica), Phillip Carter(Tonya), Michael Carter(Tonya) and Ricardo Carter(Alita). Also survived by nine grandchildren, one great grandchild, one brother, Raymond Woodfox (Anna) and a host of other relatives and friends. On Saturday, March 28 friends may visit with the family from 11am until time of Mass of Christian Burial at Noon at Holy Family Catholic Church 2210 Callaway St. Temple Hills, Md. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery.

Mildred Ruth Limbrick

Dec 16, 1929-May 24, 2004

Brian Keith LaBeaux

Sept 16, 1966-Jul 25, 2014

Brian Keith LaBeaux, 47, of Beaumont, Texas passed away on Friday, July 25, 2014 at Harbor Hospice of Beaumont.

Brian leaves loving memories to his wife, Colette LaBeaux of Beaumont; daughters, Adriene LaBeaux of Beaumont, Victoria Stout of Hammond, Indiana; son, Joshua Stout of St. Louis, Missiori; sisters, Shelia Bradley and husband, Oneil, Lorrie Cormier and husband, Stephen, Mechelle Moye and husband, Fabian; brothers, Larry LaBeaux, Jr. and wife, Rene, Michael Sigur and wife, Harriet, Craig LaBeaux and wife, Stacey, Terrance LaBeaux and wife, Nicole, Shannon LaBeaux and wife, Yolanda; 6 grandchildren; godmother, Walterine Dacus of Beaumont; godfather, Charles Landry of Cheeks; and a loving number of relatives and friends.

Memorial Services will be held at Faith Christian Center Church; 6490 Pheland Blvd, Beaumont, Texas; from 10 to 11am, Saturday, August 2, 2014.

In lieu of flowers, you can make monetary donations to Mrs. Colette LaBeaux.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Brian Keith LaBeaux please visit our Sympathy Store.

Son of Larry & Sally

Victoria Prevost

Oct 14, 1890-May ??

Married Willie LeBeaux

Findings: She worked as a cook at Xavier University and later move to CA. to help with the care of her of sons' Wilbert's daughter, Sherrie.  Her grandmother was Franchonette (Tine). 

Roydrick Lynn Calcote

Apr 14, 1976-Sep 18, ??

Roydrick Lynn Calcote, 39, of Port Arthur TX, passed away on Friday, September 18th in Beaumont, TX. He was born to Roy and Mary Calcote on April 14, 1976 in Port Arthur, TX. He was a 1994 graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, where he played baseball. Roydrick also played baseball for Grambling State University. At the time of his death, he was employed with AmSpec as a Chemical Inspector. Roydrick accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Saviour and became a member of New Light Church in Beaumont, Texas. Sometimes later he began attending Triumph Church in Nederland, Texas. He was preceded in death by his nephew, Carl Diles, Jr., his Grandparents, Roy and Marie Calcote, Jim Bowden, and Charlotte Phillips, and 2 Uncles, Edwin Chargois and Lawrence Steward. Left to cherish memories are his loving and devoted parents, Roy and Mary Calcote; three brothers, Jeffrey (Crystal) Calcote of Midland, TX; Tracye Calcote of Grambling, LA., Byron Anderson of Port Arthur, TX; three sisters, Kim Kennerly of Port Arthur, TX; Yolander (Steve) Johnson, and Stacy Calcote all of Grambling, LA., a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, relatives, friends, and special friend, Yonit.  

Services will be Saturday, September 26th, at Eastern Star Baptist Church, with visitation from 9 am to 11 am. Funeral immediately following. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery under the direction of Gabriel Funeral Home.

Son of Roy & Mary Calcote

Ajia Matthews

Oct 23, 1995-Oct 17, 2009

Ajia was born on October 23, 1994 and passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2009.

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 17, 2009.

Jean Beverly Phillips

"Brownie"

Dec 13, 1930-Dec 7, 2016

She operated Woodfox Cleaners, and was the seamstress for the Zulu's Soulful Warriors and other social clubs.

Daughter of Oliver & Cordy Woodfox Phillips

Sally Mae LaBeaux

Sally Mae LaBeaux, 72, of Beaumont, TX passed away on Dec. 18, 2013 at Baptist Hospital. She leaves precious memories to her children, Larry LaBeaux, Jr. (Rene), Michael Segura (Harriet), Brian LaBeaux (Collett), Terrance LaBeaux (Nicole), Craig LaBeaux (Stacey), Shannon LaBeaux (Yolanda), Lorrie Cormier (Stephen), and Mechelle Moye (Fabian); sister, Sheila Bradley (Oneil); number of grandchildren and great grandchildren; a loving number of other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life services will be at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church on Friday, Dec. 27, 2013. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. until the Rosary at 10:30 a.m. followed by the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Entombment will be at Live Oak Memorial Park immediately following the funeral services.

Estella Roy

Carolyn Ann Raven

Oct 19, 1958 - Nov 1, 2023

Mrs.  Carolyn A, Raven, 65, of Beaumont, Texas passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas.

Celebration Service for Mrs. Raven will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church located at 3290 W. Cardinal Dr. - Beaumont, Texas 77705. A public viewing for Mrs. Raven will be held on Friday, November 10, 2023, from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 p.m., at Mercy Funeral Home Chapel, and visitation on Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 8:00 a.m.until 10:00 a.m. at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church with burial service to follow at Sacred Heart/Memorial Garden Cemetery under the direction of Mercy Funeral Home in Beaumont, Texas. For your safety, social distancing and facial masks are recommended.

Life Reflection 

Carolyn Anne Raven was the sixth-born child of seven to the late Walter and Vida Mae Landry on October 19, 1958 in Beaumont, Texas.
Carolyn attended Hamshire Fannett high-school and attended Lamar College to pursue her passions. She married John Raven, Sr. and had two sons, John Raven, Jr. and Cody Raven. two daughters, Antoinette Raven and Ciara Raven. She loved her kids with all her heart and wanted nothing but the best for them.
She worked for the United States Postal Service-South End Station of Beaumont, Texas for twenty years and retired the early year of 2023.
She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and sister. She loved to laugh and to make others laugh. She enjoyed dancing and having a good time. She was most happiest when surrounded by her family and her kids, making sweet memories.
She is a member at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Beaumont, Texas under Pastor John R. Adolph. She visited churches of Beaumont and Houston, Texas by invitation of her family and friends. She had recently made God the head of her household and aspired to be, prayed her family be, in all ways like HIM.
Her memories will forever remain in the hearts of her husband, John Raven, Sr. of Beaumont, Texas; her children, Antoinette Raven of Beaumont, Texas; John Raven, Jr. of Beaumont, Texas; Cody Raven of Beaumont, Texas; Ciara Raven of Houston, Texas; sisters, Walterine Dacus-Johnson, Viola Freeman and, Shirley Landry; brothers, Vernon Landry, Harold Landry (deceased), Charles Landry; and a host of grandchildren, other relatives, and friends. 

Vernon Lee Landry, Sr.,

July 25, 1947 - May 28, 2024

Mr. Vernon Lee Landry, Sr., 76, the second son of seven children of Walter Landry and Vida Mae Labeaux-Landry, was born July 25, 1947, in Beaumont, Texas.  

Vernon departed this life on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas.  

Vernon began his spiritual life at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church, Beaumont, Texas. He graduated from Hebert High School in 1965.

Vernon enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he distinguished himself as an Aircraft Mechanic with the 22nd Tactical Air Support Squadron. Sgt. Landry proudly received the “U.S. Air Force Commendation Medal” for meritorious service in Vietnam while at Kelly AFB, Texas. He then served with the 19th Military Airlift Squadron, a unit of the Military Airlift Wing that provided global airlift for military forces. Vernon stated, “That was the most important thing ever to be in my service life!”

After returning home from serving his country, Vernon was hired at Exxon Mobil, his first job, and obtained a position as a Welder/1st Class Layer Out Specialist. He retired after many years due to his declining health.  

He loved to utilize his mechanical and constructive knowledge when he self-constructed a loving home for his family in Cheek, Texas. He enjoyed traveling and all outdoor activities, including horseback riding, four-wheeling, fishing, and operating tractor/trailers. An avid Jazz and Blues musician, Vernon played the harmonica and electric guitar proficiently.

Vernon was very humorous, optimistic, resourceful, and loving. He embraced the motto “Never Let Life Beat You,” guiding his enthusiastic living approach.

Vernon was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Harold Landry, and his sister, Carolyn Raven.  

Vernon is survived by his wife, Ethel Carr; his son, Vernon Lee Landry, Jr.; his daughters, Brandy Winstead (Mark), twins, Stacy Landry and Tracy Landry; and three grandchildren. Additionally, he is survived by his stepchildren, Sherry Traylor and Frances “Wayne” Carr, and two step-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren.  

Vernon’s memory will remain in the hearts of his sisters, Walterine Johnson (LeRoy), Viola Freeman, and Shirley Johnson; his brother, Charles Landry (Lou Anna); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and all who knew him, and his legacy of service, family devotion, and love for life will continue to inspire. 

Juanita Ann Gauthia-Seals

Dec 21, 1938 - Dec 12, 2024

Juanita Ann Gauthia-Seals 85, of Beaumont, TX; passed Dec. 12, 2024.

Services are Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, at Borden Chapel Baptist Church 3495 Roland Rd. Beaumont, TX. Visitation will begin at 11AM until Funeral at 12Noon. Interment will be in Green Lawn II Beaumont, TX.

Juanita Ann LaBeaux was born December 21, 1938, in Beaumont, Texas to Robert LaBeaux Sr and Louelva Hayes LeBeaux. She was the 7th of the 11 LaBeaux children. She attended Our Mother of Mercy through grade school and graduated from Hebert High School in 1957 where she was the star drummer in the marching band. Juanita served as her High School Class President for 50 years despite resigning 3 times, and her fellow classmates ripping up her resignation each time. In 1957 she married Walter Gauthia and they had four children together. She later married J.W. Seals Sr in August of 1976 and collectively had 9 children. Juanita joined Borden Chapel Baptist Church in 1976 where she was an active member of the Georgia Roland circle, briefly served in the mass and women’s choir, served in the church kitchen, and served as the church decorator spanning over 40 years. Juanita was known by many as the “Flower Lady” for the countless weddings, church events, class reunions, and parties that she decorated. Her passion was bringing all of her family together which she did through cooking. If you ever stepped foot at her home, she’d greeted you with “Have you eaten? You look hungry! I got some food in there come get you a plate”. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Husband J.W. Seals Sr, Son Erick Paul Gauthia, and 9 siblings Lee Esther Mae Spencer Lovingood, Vida Mae Landry, Corrine Fay Gaines, Charolette Phillips, Marjorine Hopkins, Robert LaBeaux Jr, Larry Earl LaBeaux, Richard Clifford LaBeaux, and Vernon LaBeaux.

She is survived by her sister Camielle Thibodeaux (Larry), children Debra Wells (Clyde), Joseph Gauthia, Thaddeus Gauthia, Charles “Shooba” Seals, Beverly Carradine, J.W. Seals Jr, Georgia Livingston, Loretta Seals, Elizabeth Seals, and Blake Seals. 17 Grandchildren, 16 Great-Grandchildren, 4 God children (Walterine, Cynthial, Tarsha, and Quinton) and a host of loving nieces, nephews, and family.

She will be deeply missed but her legacy will live on through all of the love and life lessons she taught us.

Carolee Bivins Ford

Nov 2, 1956 - Nov 27, 2024

Carolee Bivins was born in Galveston, Texas on November 2, 1956, the fourth of six children to Harlee and Mildred Limbrick. Carolee attended

school in Galveston before her family relocated to Houston, Texas. She continued her education in the Houston Independent School District, attending Carnegie Elementary School, Woodson Junior High,

and graduating from Evan E. Worthing Senior High School in 1975. She attended Prairie View A&M University from 1975–1977, majoring in Education.

Carolee’s Christian journey began at an early age, when

she accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of her life at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church and served as a junior usher. She would later become a member of Mt. Hebron Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of Rev. J. J. Robertson. Carolee married her high school sweetheart, Brent

Raynor, and they were blessed with two sons, Brian and Brenton Raynor. While her marriage to Brent would end, they maintained a good relationship, and she loved her sons deeply & unconditionally.

Carolee began her career as a start-up technician for a

chemical plant. Four years later, this working mother joined another new chemical refinery company, where she found professional success as a quality control laboratory analyst for 19 years.  At God’s direction and a series of life events, a mutual

friend reconnected Carolee to a man she had met 10 years earlier, Collice Ford, and they would marry on October 14, 2004. Carolee and Collice relocated to Dallas, Texas and lived there for four years. While in Dallas, Carolee had the opportunity to attend Bible

Study Fellowship (BSF), and this experience brought

depth and meaning to her understanding of God’s

Word. It also taught Carolee an awareness of selfcontrol to maintain balanced emotions. Her studies served as a reminder of scripture that calls one to be slow to anger and to love as Christ loves His people.

Carolee and Collice relocated back to Houston, where

she was employed by another chemical corporation

for 10 years. They joined Wheeler Avenue Baptist

Church in September 2012, under the leadership of Dr. Marcus D. Cosby, where she was an active member of the Courtesy Corps, Faith & Works Sunday School class, and faithfully supported the First Touch Ministry. Carolee made a point of inviting friends and

family to join her at worship and Bible study.  After retirement, Carolee was a collaborating author of a book entitled, “Overcomers: Next Level Living,” and in September 2024, she was inducted into the

Women’s International Association of Juliana King

University. She also previously served as a member of the Worthing High School Class of 1975 reunion committee. Carolee had a great sense of humor, and she enjoyed water aerobics and fun social events. She loved her family, especially her sons, granddaughters

and siblings—wanting to see them all thrive. The theme

of Carolee’s life was love!

Carolee is preceded in death by her parents, Harlee and Mildred Limbrick, and her sister, Denise

Carmen. She leaves to cherish her loving memory, her husband of 20 years, Collice Ford; her two sons, Brian

(Autumn) Raynor and Brenton Raynor; her beloved grandchildren, Laila and Mia Raynor; her siblings,

William Carmen, She’ah Savage, Lionel Ray Carmen,

and Maudestine Limbrick; her bonus children, Trennis (Katrina) Ford, Whitney Ford, and Yuseth Wicker Ford; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, colleagues, and brothers- and sisters-in Christ. 

Mechelle Denise

LaBeaux-Moye 

May 20, 1964 - Sept 14, 2025

Mechelle Denise LaBeaux-Moye was born May 20, 1964, in Beaumont, Texas, to the late Larry Earl LaBeaux Sr. and Sally Sigur LaBeaux. She has always been a sweet-spirited person, and her infectious smile always warmed your heart and made you feel welcome.

To many she was Mechelle. Growing up she was Beaux, for those nice bowlegs. But to all she was a living embodiment of love. Raised in the Pear Orchard community, she rooted her life in faith, family, and care for others. She is a proud panther alum of Hebert High School, class of 1982. Mechelle relocated to Plano, TX, where she dedicated her career to Allen Independent School District - Transportation Department - faithfully and safely driving students to and from school. She loved all her students and treated them as if they were her own. Mechelle took pride in holding a Commercial Driver’s License and maintaining a clean driving record, receiving numerous awards, certificates and plaques. You could not pay her to violate traffic laws. She would say “Oh no I have a CDL.”

In 1983, she married her high school sweetheart, Leslie H. Perkins, Jr. and to that union two children were born, Kimberly and Leslie III. At the conclusion of that relationship, she later met Fabian T. Moye, Sr. and the two became one in 1991 and together they shared over thirty years of love, raising one son, Fabian T. Moye, Jr. As a mother and devoted wife, she was nurturing, protective, and endlessly giving.

Becoming a “MeMe” was one of her greatest roles next to whipping Bus 95 and Eagle 1 (18-wheeler), like no one else. She was extremely happy behind the wheel of Eagle 1. She also enjoyed spending time with family, trying new restaurants, traveling and going to the casino. But most of all, spending quiet time with our Lord and Savior. 

On Sunday, September 14, 2025, God called Mechelle home. Though our hearts ache, we take comfort in knowing that her love remains in the resilience of her husband, the strength of her children, the laughter of her grandchildren, and in the countless lives she touched with so much love and care. Mechelle L. Moye lived not for herself, but for others -- always giving, always nurturing, always uplifting everyone around her. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, sister, sister-in-love, friend, and blessing to all who knew her. Her joyful presence will be missed.

Her life was a testimony of God’s grace and a reminder of what it means to love with your full heart. Though she rests now in God’s eternal care, her spirit will continue to guide us, reminding us that love is the most sacred gift and the most enduring legacy of all.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Larry Earl LaBeaux, Sr. and Sally Sigur LaBeaux, her brother Brian K. LaBeaux and two sets of twin grandsons, Joseph II & Joshua and Josiah & Joseph Landry, Jr.

 To cherish her memory she leaves her husband, Fabian T. Moye, Sr.; daughter Kimberly P. Landry, Beaumont; her sons, Leslie H. Perkins, III (Rayya) Plano, Fabian T. Moye, Jr. (Kelly) PLano; her grandchildren, D’Ante Perkins, Octavia Perkins, Leslie Renee Perkins, Madelyn Moye, LaRiah and Joshua Williams and Tessa Davis. Her siblings, Sheila St. Julien-Bradley, Michael Sigur (Mona), Larry Earl LaBeaux, Jr. (Renea), Lorrie Cormier (Stephan), Craig LaBeaux, Sr. (Stacy), Terrance LaBeaux, Sr. (Shilah), Shannon LaBeaux, Sr. and Stephanie Ford; her mother-in-law, Annie B. Scott Moye and a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends who will carry her love with them always.

Erick Paul Gauthia

April 9, 1965 - April 22, 2024

Mr. Erick Paul Gauthia, 59, of Beaumont, Texas passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024 in Beaumont, Texas.

Celebration of Life Services for Mr. Erick Paul Gauthia will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 12:00 Noon at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church located at 3920 W. Cardinal Dr., Beaumont, Texas 77705. A public viewing will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024 from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 p.m. at Mercy Funeral Home Chapel and Visitation on Saturday, May 4, 2024, prior to the service time from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. For your safety social distancing and facial masks are recommended.

Erick Gauthia’s Journey

Erick Paul Gauthia was born April 9, 1965, in Beaumont, Texas to Walter Gauthia, Sr. and Juanita Labeaux-Gauthia.  Erick was the youngest of four children.  His education began in the Beaumont Independent School District having attended Price Elementary, John P. Odom Middle School, and Hebert High School.  Erick graduated from West Brook High School in 1983 as part of its first graduating class.  Throughout school, Erick participated in many sports but excelled in Football.  He and his teammates aka, his brothers, won the Texas State 5A Football Championship in 1982.

In 1983, Erick enrolled in Texas Southern University (TSU) on an academic/athletic scholarship graduating in 1988 with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a minor in Art.  While attending TSU, Erick pledged Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. becoming a member in the spring 1985.  After graduating from TSU, Erick gained employment and became a very productive asset to any company he joined.

In the summer of 1987, at the annual 23rd street neighborhood block party, Erick reunited with a young lady who would later become his wife, Joy George.  Erick and Joy were married on April 6, 1991.  After relocating to Columbus, Ohio, they welcomed the birth of their son, Jared Wesley Gauthia. Erick adored and treasured his son teaching him many life lessons.

Erick began his life as a member of the Catholic faith but later found the Baptist faith. After returning to Beaumont from Columbus, Ohio, he became a member of Beaumont’s Antioch Missionary Baptist Church.  

Erick worked in Beaumont Independent School District for 20 years beginning as a substitute teacher.  Erick was so inspired with educating, it led him to earn his teacher’s certification in Special Ed EC-12 and in Automotive Collision and Repair.  Erick was also an Adjunct educator at Lamar Institute of Technology with the Dual Credit Program. He loved interacting with all students and wanted to extend his knowledge to the younger generation.  

Erick was a man of many talents generally reserved for seasoned entrepreneurs.  His skills ranged from developing Hip Hop Math music CDs to Automotive Collision and Repair to music production and website design.  His creativity and imagination inspired many allowing him to translate his specialized talents toward all who crossed his path.

Erick loved his friends referring to everyone as “Coach”.  During gatherings of family and friends Erick was in his element bringing joy, laughter, and smiles to any event.  We can all attest, once Erick became your friend, you unquestionably had a true friend.

Preceding him in death is his father; Walter Gauthia, Sr.; his sister, Elizabeth Gauthia Williams, and stepfather, JW Seals.

He lives to cherish his memories; his wife, Joy George Gauthia; his son, Jared Wesley Gauthia; his mother, Juanita Gauthia-Seals; his sisters Debra Gauthia Wells and husband Clyde, and Erin Gauthia Green; his brothers, Thaddeus Gauthia, Joseph Gauthia, Melvin Gauthia and wife Julia Ann, Calvin Gauthia, Sr. and wife Margaret, Walter Gauthia, Jr. and wife Stephanie; his extended family; brothers, Charles Seals, JW Seals, Jr. and wife, Roberta; sisters, Beverly Carradine and Marie L. Seals, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Edith LaBeau

Jul 9, 1921-Jan 28, 2006

Edith M. LaBeau, born July 9, 1921, died Jan 28, 2006.  She is survived by her son Michael, brother Melvin E. Manson, sister-in-law Betty Watson, brother in-law Louis LaBeau (Seletha), and many nieces and nephews.  Memorial service is at Angelus Funeral Home on Sat., Feb 4, 2006 at 10 a.m.

Published by Los Angeles Times on Feb. 2, 2006.

Mae LaBeaux Wade 

Mae Francis A revenue account auditor with the Louisiana Department of Revenue and Taxation, she died Saturday, Nov. 20, 2004, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center-Bluebonnet. She was a native of New Iberia and a resident of Baton Rouge. Visiting at Camphor United Methodist Church from 9 a.m. Friday until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by Pastor Darlene A. Moore. Interment in Southern Memorial Gardens. She is survived by her husband, A.C. Wade Jr., Baton Rouge; mother-in-law, Lillie Mae Wade, Baton Rouge; two daughters, Lurlean Wade and friend Charles and Naretta Wade and friend Ricky, all of Baton Rouge; two sons, Kendrick and wife Renee Wade and Aaron C. Wade and friend Brenshina, all of Baton Rouge; sister, Evelyn and husband Mannie Veal, Roseville, Calif.; brother, Murry and wife Constance LaBauex, Baton Rouge; 10 grandchildren, Myeisha, Lurtisha, Erika, Noonie, T.J., Charles "Baby," Araius, Keondre, Nicklaus and Jared; two great-grandchildren, Baby Trent and Skylah; five brothers-in-law, five sisters-in-law and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her parents, Valcoure and Everleania Vital LaBauex; two sisters, Laverene Woods and Leverid Watson; brother, Edward LaBauex; and father-in-law, A.C. Wade Sr. Miller & Daughter Mortuary, Zachary, is in charge of arrangements.

Published by The Advocate on Nov. 25, 2004.