Comeaux Community Funeral Chapel

Peter Graves Byrd, Jr., was blessed to be 104 years of age at the time of his passing on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at his home with his loved ones. He was also a veteran of WW II, serving proudly in U. S. Navy. During his working life, Peter was self-employed as a contractor before his retirement. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing dominos, listening to and dancing to Zydeco music, and spending time with his family and friends. Memories of a well-lived life are left to his wife, Melba Byrd; children, Peter Byrd, III, Renee' Byrd, and Shirley Woodard; sister, Nettie Byrd-Jones (Thomas); step-sister, Dawn Lung (James) and nine grandchildren. Also, a host of other family and friends. On...

Mary Louise Harmon was born to John and Cora Harmon. She graduated from Charlton Pollard High School in the Class of 1952 in Beaumont, Texas. Mary graduated from Texas College in Tyler, Texas, in 1956, where she met and married Addie Bufford She also joined Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. After a stint working at The Beaumont Club; she started her career as an educator teaching kindergarten at George Washington Carver Elementary School in Beaumont. She taught 1st and 2nd grades at Carver Elementary until she agreed to become a diversity pioneer by becoming the first Black educator at Roy Guess Elementary School in Beaumont She continued educating students at Roy Guess until she retired...

Elnora Terry Willis Joubert, 80, passed away at her home on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, in Houston, TX. She graduated from Charlton Pollard High School Class of 1960. She was preceded in death by her parents, Katherine and Horace Terry, Sr.; siblings, Thelma Lightfoot, Horace Terry Jr., and Marshall Terry. She leaves memories to her daughter, Charlene L. Willis; siblings and their spouses, Katie and Samuel Levine, II, and Amos and Marvel Terry; special daughter, Lena C. Allison; special granddaughter, Caitlyn M. Simpson; godson, Randy J. Lightfoot, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. On Saturday, October 23, 2021, there will be a visitation from 9 a.m. until the...

Velma Lee Bernard, 78, a native of Beaumont, TX, passed away on September 21, 2021, in Pflugerville, TX. Those left to cherish the fond memories of Velma are her loving and devoted daughter, Monica Biagas of Pflugerville; grandsons, Kendre Biagas (Merrissa) of Tulsa, OK, Kevren Biagas and Kalen Biagas, both of Pflugerville; sister, Elsie Middleton (Wheeler) of Beaumont; and many other loving relatives and friends. Velma was preceded in death by her son, Wallace Joseph Bernard Jr; parents, Marshall and Mabel Simmons; sisters, Cathrin Barnett, Sedonia Arceneaux, and Martha Duplechain; and son-in-law, Brandon Biagas. The family would also like to thank the Pflugerville Nursing and...

Cynthia R. Williams, 63, passed away on Sunday, July 4, 2021, at Serenity Assisted Care Living in Beaumont, Texas. Cynthia worked for Baptist Hospital as a unit secretary, and she also worked as an insurance agent for AFLAC and Comeaux Community Funeral Chapel. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Williams, Jr.; her children, Marvin Williams and Sybil N. Williams; and her parents, Leo and Sybil Patin. On Saturday, July 10, 2021, at New Light Christian Center, there was a visitation from noon until her Celebration of Life service at 1 p.m. Cynthia was entombed at Magnolia Cemetery and Mausoleum. The family of Cynthia Williams would like to take the time to thank everyone for...

Nelson "Joe Charles" Charles, 76, passed away on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, in Beaumont, TX. He proudly served his country in the U. S. Army. He was retired from Good Year Plant after 37 years as an Operator in the Operations Dept. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Bobbie Charles, other relatives and friends. On Tuesday, July 6, 2021, there will be a Rosary at 9:15 a.m., followed by the memorial mass at 10 a.m. In place of flowers, please send donations in memory of Nelson "Joe Charles" Charles to the American Cancer Society, 1640 N. Major Dr. #101, Beaumont, TX 77713, phone #409.924.0576.

Robbie Sue Prejean, 86, passed on Saturday, June 12, 2021, in Beaumont, TX. She was a retired school teacher from Hardin Jefferson Independent School District. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steve W. Prejean, Sr., parents, Arthur "Jack" and Julia Landers, and sister, Lois Wright. Sweet memories of Robbie Sue will be forever loved and cherished by her son, Steve W. Prejean, Jr.; daughter, Stephanie Prejean Miller (Cedric), seven grandchildren, and sixteen great-grandchildren; numerous nephews, nieces, extended family, and friends. There will be a visitation at 11 a.m. followed by the funeral services at 1 p.m. at the Beaumont Church of Christ, 3710 S. 11th St. in Beaumont. ...

Ronald Goeloe, 52, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away at Huntsville Memorial Hospital on Thursday, June 9, 2021, in Huntsville, Texas. Ronald was born in Beaumont into a large family with two sets of twins. There was never a dull moment in their home. Ronald was preceded in death by his father, Morris Goeloe; Sr. Memories are left to his mother, Sevellia Goeloe; his brothers, twin-brother, Donald Goeloe, Sr. (Katie) and Morris Goeloe, Jr. (Carrie); sisters, twins, Tanya Parker (Kevin) and Tonya Goeloe, Genese Slaughter and Cynthia Roberts; and a host of extended family and friends. On Saturday, June 26, 2021, private funeral services were held at Starlight Baptist Church, with a visitation...

Matthew Joseph Francis, Sr., "ChaChi" as family and friends fondly called him, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 16, 2021, at age 93. Matthew was a U.S. Army veteran, a retiree of Mobil Oil Refinery, and a faithful parishioner of Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica for over 50 years mentoring the altar servers and was the oldest acolyte (age 84) at the Cathedral to serve the clergy. He volunteered with the Red Cross and in the Jefferson County Dispute Resolution Center for over 25 years. He was also a member of several catholic fraternal organizations. His remarkable life can best be described as a quiet trailblazer from afar, but at his heart, an educator, mentor, and...

Frances Pearl Williams, 91, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away at her home with her family on Thursday, January 7, 2021. Frances was a retired school nurse with the Beaumont Independent School District. Memories are left to her sons, Benjamin Keith Mansfield, and Byron Mansfield (Roxane); brothers, Edward Moore (Loretta), Charles Moore, Wallace Moore (Jo Anne), and Richard Moore; sisters, Annie Fisher, Shirley Brown, Veanna Moore, Helen Moore and Linda Faye Fontenot (Shelton); seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, one great-grandchild; her caregiver, Emma Peterson; a host family and friends. On Friday, January 15, 2021, there will be a visitation at 9 a.m., followed by the funeral...

Junius Edwards, Sr., 86, of China, Texas, passed away on Saturday, December 15, 2020, surrounded by his family at his home. Junius was a rice farmer and knew the meaning of hard work which he instilled those values into his children. Memories of a life well-lived are left to his wife, Bobbie Edwards; children, Junius Edwards, Jr. and his wife, Natalia B. and Stephanie Edwards Cogshell and her husband, Lyndell; five grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. There will be a wake 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. on Friday, December 18, 2020, at Comeaux Community Funeral Chapel, 624 Irma St. in Beaumont. The Rosary will be at 9:15 a.m. on Saturday, December 19, 2020, followed by the Funeral Mass at 10...

Madie Jean Barry, 86, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at her home. She was a retired dedicated educator and who loved teaching children. She leaves memories of a well-lived and full life to her family, Johnny "Beatty" Barry (Sheila); daughter, Terri Harmison (Robert); adopted son, Julius Manus Barry; brother, Boley Jackson, Jr., (Paulette); sister, Linda Neal; grand-daughter, April Gallien; great-grandchildren, Terri and Alyssa; great-great-grandchildren, Ethan, Paige, and Paris; caregiver, Olivia Hill. Also, a host of family and friends. Visitation will be 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. at Comeaux-Community Funeral Chapel, 624 Irma St. in Beaumont on Thursday, December...

Rev. O. J. Beasley Jr., Pastor of the historic St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont, TX, transitioned on November 20th, 2020. He leaves to mourn his death, his wife Mrs. Maxine Beasley, his daughter Kimla Beasley, his sister Veronica Charles, his nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives and friends. He has served as pastor of St. John for 43 years from 1977 to the present until his death. Visitation service is scheduled to occur on Friday, November 27th, from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Comeaux-Community Funeral Chapel. Due to our current situation with COVID 19, the family asks that all visitors wear a mask and practice social distancing. As a result, the service will be held...

Shardae Nicole Francis-Wise, 19, of Killeen, TX, passed away on November 16, 2020, after a brief illness at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas. Shardae was a 2019 graduate of West Brook High School. She was pursuing a career as a Pharmacy Technician and recently married PV2 Sabian Wise. Shardae leaves to cherish her memories, her husband, PV2 Sabian Wise; mother, Rena Berry (Lehmon Bell); father, Gary Francis (Betty); brothers, Brian Berry II, Kandra Goolsbee (Alexis); sister, Latoya Berry, and a host of family and friends. On Monday, November 23, 2020, there will be a visitation at 9 a.m. until the Celebration of Life service at 11 a.m. at Comeaux Community Funeral Chapel, 624 Irma St....

Layton Young, 75, passed away on November 12, 2020, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, TX. Layton was a retired welder from Bethlehem Steel Corporation. Those left to cherish his memory are his sons, Layton Jamie Young and Jimmy Ray Young; grandson, Karter Jamison Young, sister, Johnnie Mae Young-Savoy; brothers, Dallas Young and Adam Young (Melba); brother-in-law, Isaiah Harmon (Alice); sisters-in-law, Velma, Luvenza, Gloria and Roxy. Also numerous nephews, nieces, other relatives, and friends. There was a visitation on Friday, November 20, at the funeral home. On Saturday, November 21, 2020, there will be a visitation from 8 a.m. until the funeral service at 9 a.m. at Comeaux Community...

Esther Marie Randle Navy of Texas City, TX, entered her eternal rest on Sunday, November 8, 2020, in Texas City. Mrs. Navy was born January 8, 1935, in Beaumont, TX, where she attended Blessed Sacrament Catholic School and was a very proud graduate of Xavier University in New Orleans, LA, where she majored in Education. Mrs. Navy was a retired Educator of Hitchcock ISD and a devoted member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church in La Marque. Visitation will be on Friday, November 20, 2020, from 5 pm to 7 pm, followed by a Vigil and Rosary at 7 pm. The Funeral Mass will be Saturday, November 21, 2020, at 10 am, with a viewing beginning at 9 am. Both services will be held at St. Mary of the...

Esther Maude Senigal, 88, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on November 4, 2020, at Baptist Hospital. Esther Maude's greatest joys were her children who will cherish her memories, Roland A. Senigal (Irma), Walter J. Senigal, Zachery Z. Senigal, Nettie Melonson (Nelson), Rena J. Berry, and Trudy Duffie; fifteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; also a host of family and friends. On Saturday, November 14, 2020, there will be a visitation 9 a.m. until the Celebration of Life service at 11 a.m. at Comeaux Community Funeral Chapel, 624 Irma St. in Beaumont. www.comeauxchapel.com

Alice Lewis Patillo, 93, transitioned to be with the Lord on October 29, 2020. Alice was the firstborn of a rice farmer, Louis Lewis, and his wife Dora Broussard Lewis, born in Iowa, Louisiana. Alice completed her public education in China, Texas, where she attended elementary and high school. After graduating from Henderson High School, Alice's zest for higher learning continued to Prairie View A&M College. Alice met and married Frank Patillo, Jr. in 1946. In 1950 Alice & Frank became Patillo's BBQ owners, located on Railroad Ave. in Beaumont, Texas, and currently located on Washington Blvd. and Fannet Rd. Alice & Frank Patillo worked very hard to continue the family legacy and...

Bobbie Jean Dent Mayes passed away on October 27, 2020, at her home in Beaumont, Texas. Memories are left to her children, Samuel J. Mayes, Michael Mayes, and Virginia Nauls (Donald); siblings, David Allen Dent, Blondie Ray Dent, and Dan Ethel Coward; three grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and a host of relatives and friends. There will be a visitation on Saturday, November 7, 2020, from 10 a.m. until the Celebration of Life service at 1 p.m. at Vision Alive Church, 4230 Highland Dr., in Beaumont. She will take her earthly rest at Live Oak Memorial Park. www.comeauxchapel.com

Floyd Hamilton Williams, 67, a native of Marshall, Texas, and a life long resident of Beaumont, Texas passed away at his home on Monday, October 5, 2020. Memories are left to his wife, Sheila Williams; son, Dorian Williams; daughter and her husband, Aerin Williams-Smith and Quentin; brother, Darl Bonner; sisters, Avalyn Pace and Ruddie Barnett; special sisters, Henrietta Haynes and Emma Villarreal; grandchildren, Mia, Dorian II, and an Angel due in December; and a host of other family and friends. There will be a private service.

Sarah Ann Thomas passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2020 in Beaumont, TX. Sarah Ann was born in Beaumont, Texas on February 12, 1950 to the late Edgar and Frances Thomas. She graduated from Hebert High School Class of 1968. Memories are left to her brother and sister-in-law, Rev. James "Tex" and Ida Thomas; her aunt, Margaret Ann McDonald; and a host of family and friends. There will be a visitation on Friday, September 11, 2020 from 9 a.m. with 11 a.m. funeral service to follow at: Comeaux - Community Funeral Chapel, 624 Irma St. in Beaumont. www.comeauxchapel.com