Eugene “Gene” Matthew Guillotte, 90, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on July 18, 2016, at his home surrounded by loved ones.
Born in Orange, Texas, on September 22, 1925, he was the son of Oscar Matthew Guillotte and Blanche (Daigle) Guillotte. He retired from DuPont Sabine River Works after many years of loyal service. Gene was a veteran of the United States Army. He served under General Patton’s command and fought in WWII during the Battle of the Bulge. He took great pride in his military service and his faith. He was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Gene enjoyed playing golf at DERA and Sunset Grove Country Club and loved spending time with his family. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Chester Guillotte; and his sisters, Inez Ewing and May Dugas.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 57 years, Patty Guillotte; his children, Greg Guillotte and wife Tanya, of Bridge City, Mike Guillotte, of Beaumont, and Kim Byerly and husband Bruce, of Bridge City; grandchildren, Lauren Knight and husband Cody, Hannah Lucia and husband Curt, Canaan Barborek and wife Taylor, Dilyn Young and husband Kevin, and Conner Guillotte; great-grandchildren, Jonah Knight, Anna Knight, Avery Knight, and Kanaan Bell; sisters, Daisy Guillotte, Pearl Guillotte, and Theresa Guillotte; along with many other family and friends.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation is under the direction of Claybar Haven of Rest Crematory.
Condolences
Zack Rivette
August 2, 2016
I remember staying with the Guillotte family at intervals when I was in junior high. We also shared time with them at their place in Ivanhoe as well as at cookouts and church events. Patty's nursing skills were most useful when I broke my arm at Hatton Elementary during a cookout with the Guillotte family. So many memories - thank you for sharing yourselves with us. We grieve with you. You are in our thoughts and prayers, Ruth and Zack Rivette
Pw
July 27, 2016
John 6:40 "For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who recognizes the Son and exercises faith in him should have everlasting life, and I will resurrect him on the last day.” Lean on God to comfort and help you endure this difficult time
Toni Altamar
July 20, 2016
I don't remember not knowing Greg and his family. The Guillotte's are so much a part of my youth. So many memories. Sweet parents that let all of us hang out, endless hours and fed us all. Mr Guillotte changed the direction of my lifetime career. Yes, God is in control, but he sure used Mr Guillotte in my life. Because if him, I ended up going to school to be a jeweler, and am still in the jewelry business all these years later. Heaven has anew angel. Ms Guillotte, I love you. Praying for you. May God give you peace. Hugs!