Patty Nell Fontenot Thibodeaux, 90, of Bridge City, passed away on April 18, 2020, in Beaumont.
Born in Opelousas, Louisiana, on October 29, 1929, she was the daughter of Dewey Leo Fontenot and Thelma (McCauley) Fontenot. Patty graduated from Sacred Heart Catholic High School in Ville Platte, Louisiana. She faithfully served God at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Patty enjoyed crossword puzzles, needlepoint, and spending time with her family. She made beautiful placemats and Kleenex holders and was talented in many aspects of her life. Patty was lovingly referred to as “Momo” and “Nana” by her grandchildren and great grandchildren, whom she cherished deeply. Her family will always remember her as their biggest prayer warrior, spending hours a day in devoted silence. Patty’s prayers were powerful, and you knew if she was praying for you, mountains would move. Her faithful devotions, caring and warm spirit, and gentle soul will forever be missed by everyone whom she touched in her glorious lifetime.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John “Goldman” Thibodeaux; parents, Dewey and Thelma Fontenot; son-in-law, Calvin J. Billeaud; stepbrothers, Ray Guillory and Ewell Guillory; grandson, Jason Thibodeaux; and great-grandsons, Nicolas Blanchette, and Christian Dickey.
She is survived by her children, Sandy West and husband Melton of Trinity, Connie Billeaud of Bridge City, Carmen Thibodeaux of Baytown, Dale Thibodeaux of Rusk, and John G. Thibodeaux and wife Tanya of Tyler; grandchildren, Renee Blanchette, Paul Blanchette, Carol O’Brian, Cheryl Laughlin, Kara J. Dickey and husband Matthew, Greg and wife Randi Billeaud, Christopher Billeaud and wife Hang Tran, Christina Fontenot, Rita and husband Christopher Carlile, Myra and husband Jason Ball, Joshua and wife Amy Thibodeaux, T.J. Thibodeaux; 17 great-grandchildren; 3 step great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren.
Private funeral services will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Homes.
Condolences
Wyley Smith
April 24, 2020
I never had the pleasure to meet Mrs Thibodeaux, but I have been friends with her son John and his family for many years. I count their friendship/fellowship as one of the highlights of my life. Sorry for the family’s loss.
Jim Smithies
April 24, 2020
Miss Patty - I never had the privilege to meet you. But I know your son, John, a good, good man! I see the testimony of who you are by the character, kindness and strength I see in him.
Huyen Tran
April 23, 2020
Please know that your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences. We are also here for you, let us know if you need anything at all. We love you. -Tran Family
Huyen Tran
April 23, 2020
HUYEN TRAN purchased the Lavender Sympathy Box for the family of Patty Nell Fontenot Thibodeaux.
Claybar Funeral Home
April 23, 2020
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Sarah Brooks And Family
April 22, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss just know she is with her lord. We will be praying for her family.
STONEY and Charlotte,Sarah Brooks
Anonymous
April 22, 2020
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Larry And Sheila
April 22, 2020
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Christopher Billeaud
April 22, 2020
Christopher Billeaud lit a candle in memory of Patty Nell Fontenot Thibodeaux
Christopher Billeaud
April 22, 2020
Christopher Billeaud purchased the Divine Light for the family of Patty Nell Fontenot Thibodeaux.