Helen Elizabeth Gerson
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Helen "Pet" Gerson, 86, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away Monday, January 24, 2022. Born to Connie Marshall Mellard, Sr. and Pauline Watts Mellard on June 7, 1935 in West Monroe, Louisiana, she was her parent's favorite "Pet" as a child.
Pet was a loving and supportive wife to her late husband, Judge Al Gerson. She stood by his side faithfully in both their private and public lives, and served as President of the Jefferson County Bar Association Auxiliary. Pet adored her three grandchildren; always excited to learn of their next accomplishment, she tirelessly ensured that they were never in want or need. Pet loved her family, and had a very special and close relationship with her siblings. Always supportive and open to hosting and helping others, Pet was always ready to open her doors to anyone.
Pet is survived by her daughter Jan Rothenberger (Gary) of Beaumont, granddaughter Kristina Jennings of Benbrook, grandson Reagan Rothenberger of Dallas, granddaughter Jessica Jennings of Beaumont, sisters Mary McGraw of Heath, Patti Greene (Eddie) of Kingwood, Evelyn Moore of Katy, brother Connie Marshall Mellard, Jr. (Mickey) of Mexico, and many nieces and nephews.
A Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 12:00 p.m., at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 4955 Pine Street, Beaumont, Texas, followed by a Celebration of Life at 1:00 PM. Pet will be laid to rest with her late husband in the Private Estates of Forest Lawn Memorial Park immediately following the services.
Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Charities Fund of St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church of Beaumont, 6825 Gladys Drive, Beaumont, Texas 77706. The family would like to thank Pelican Bay Assisted Living, and sitters Maryann and Cathy for their daily attention provided to Ms. Gerson.