In Remembrance of the '68 Class Family and Friends

Diane Delagarza, sister of Ernie Castaneda

  70, of George West, Texas, passed away Wednesday, August 6, 2025, in Corpus Christi.
Diana was born November 1, 1954, in San Diego, Texas to Simeon Carrillo and Guadalupe "Lupe" Tamez. She attended George West High School and earned an associate's degree from Del Mar College, laying the foundation for her professional journey. She dedicated her life to her family and career in the food industry, notably working at TexBest for five years.
Throughout her life, Diana cherished her family, always finding joy in their accomplishments. She was a faithful member of St. George Catholic Church. She took great pride in watching her grandchildren, Aaron Trevino, excel in football and celebrated Aubrey and Luis, as they played softball and baseball. Her warm spirit extended to her hobbies, which included a love for gambling and purchasing lottery tickets.
Diana was preceded in death by her father, Simeon Carrillo; mother, Guadalupe (Tamez) Garcia; stepfather, Marcario Garcia; as well as her first husband, Jose “Joe” Luis Perez; and a sister, Graciela (Carrillo) Turner.
Survivors include her devoted husband, Eliberto “Bert” Delagarza; her children, Sherry Perez (Arnold) Trevino, Marcella (Luis) Jasso and Tres Delagarza; and her cherished grandchildren, Aaron Trevino, Aubrey Jasso and Luis Jasso III. She is also remembered fondly by her sisters, Ludivina “Ludy” Carrillo Carvajal, Virginia “Vicky” Carrillo D’Amato, Irma Carrillo Johnson and San Juanita “Janie” Carrillo Cuevas; and by her nieces and nephews, Oscar Carvajal, Javier Carvajal, Jaime Carvajal, Ricardo “Ricky” J. Martinez, Sara M. Martinez, David Steward and Mario Cuevas.
Visitation will start at 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 12, 2025, with a Rosary to be recited at 2:30 p.m. at St. George Catholic Church in George West.
The funeral Mass will be celebrated there at 3 o’clock that afternoon with Father Romeo Salinas officiating. Burial will follow at St. George Catholic Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Arnold Aaron Trevino, Mario Cuevas Jr., Raul Munoz, Tres Delagarza, Luis Jasso and Jesse Valverde.

Lana Arpin Parker, wife of Ruelle Parker

  Lana Marie Parker, a beloved figure in the community, departed this world on August 8, 2025. Lana was born on November 16, 1950, in Port Arthur, Texas, to Lawrence and Inez Arpin. She spent the majority of her life residing in Groves, Texas. She graduated from Port Neches-Groves High School, where she participated as a cheerleader, and subsequently earned her bachelor's degree in education from Lamar University. Her career in education spanned 33 years, with 28 years dedicated to teaching at Taft Elementary within the Port Neches-Groves Independent School District. Lana was deeply committed to supporting both teachers and staff throughout her tenure.
Following her retirement from teaching, Lana was elected to the Port Neches-Groves School Board in 2009, serving diligently for 15 years.
Lana is survived by her husband of 55 years, William Ruelle Parker; her daughter, Charisse Short, along with her husband Richard Short and their children, Trey Short and Phoebe Short; her daughter, Tamara Parker Ivy, and her husband, Preston Ivy; as well as her sister, Kathy Arpin. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Inez Arpin.
Family and friends are invited to attend visitation for Lana on August 17, 2025, from 1:00–3:00 PM, with a service beginning at 3:00 PM at Clayton-Thompson Funeral Home.
Lana Marie Parker’s legacy will continue to inspire those who had the privilege of knowing her. She will be profoundly missed but forever remembered with the deepest love and affection by all whose lives she touched.
Donations in Lana Parker’s name may be made to the Port Neches-Groves Educational Foundation, P.O. Box 134, Port Neches, TX 77651, as an alternative to sending flowers or plants.

Linda Faulk, wife of Mike Faulk

  Beloved wife, mother and Nana, passed away on August 7, 2025 in Orange, Texas at the age of 75 surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 9, 1949 in Port Arthur, Linda graduated from Nederland High School and attended Lamar University, where she received her Bachelor and Master’s Degrees in Education. Her teaching career began in Port Arthur, but she soon found her way to Bridge City ISD where she would spend 33 years as a dedicated teacher, first teaching Kindergarten, 2nd grade, and later 5th grade Science. She was a much-loved educator and so enjoyed her time with her students and co-workers over the years.
After her retirement, Linda could be found spending more time enjoying all the things she loved. She was a loving hands-on Nana who treasured living near her four grandsons. She attended all of the boys’ events, always cheering them on with love and pride. She looked forward to the Faulk family summers spent at Crystal Beach, taking long walks looking for beach glass and shark’s teeth. She and her husband Mike developed a love of cruising and sailed on 54 cruises in their retirement years, visiting locations all over the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico, and even the Panama Canal. Linda was well-known for her love of flowers and gardening, and could often be found working in one of her numerous, beautiful flower beds. She had a heart for animals and carried pet food in her car in case she met a kitty in need. Linda had a special relationship with each of her daughters and together they enjoyed fun shopping outings, lunches, and grabbing a margarita or sangria. Linda was a devoted and loving caregiver to her mother Emma in her later years.
Linda leaves behind a loving family who cherished her deeply. She was the devoted wife of Michael Faulk for 53 years, sharing a lifetime of memories beginning when they first met in high school. Linda is also survived by her two daughters, Malinda Boudreaux and husband Jared, and Christy Stephenson and her husband Nathan. Her legacy continues through her grandsons, Grant Boudreaux, Luke Boudreaux, Seth Stephenson, and Jude Stephenson, each who brought great joy to her life.
In addition to her immediate family, Linda is survived by her sister, Sharon Turner and husband Mike, who reside in La Grange, Texas as well as her brother James “Jim” Richey and his wife Cynthia, who live in Longview, Texas.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Emma Richey, and her brother, John David Richey.
A visitation will be held at St. Paul United Methodist Church, located at 1155 W. Round bunch Road in Bridge City Texas, on August 11, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Following the visitation, a funeral service will be held at the same location at 1:00 PM, honoring the life of Linda Faye Faulk. A private burial for family members will be held afterwards at Oak Bluff Cemetery in Port Neches, Texas.
In remembrance of Linda’s love for animals, donations can be made to The Humane Society of Southeast Texas and Meezer’s Mission Cat Rescue.

Frank Messina, brother of Camille Messina

  Frank Lawrence Messina passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at the age of 78. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Church in Lake Arthur with Father Jay Alexius Celebrant. Cremation will follow Services with interment of his ashes in Mt. Calvary Cemetery on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
At the request of family, visitation will be held at Quirk & Son from noon until 9:00 PM on Friday, August 8, 2025, with a Rosary at 6:00 PM. Frank is survived by his wife, Vanessa “Van” Arnaud Soileau Messina; two sons, Shaun Dale Schultz, Travis Soileau (Monica); five daughters, Angela Mannino (Steve), Rebecca Messina, Julia Higgins (Manuel), Kasey Duos (Saul), Kelli-Jo Soileau (Katie); one sister, Camille Hudson (Samuel); fourteen grandchildren, Lauren, Shaun Dale, Avery, Chase, Macy, Colton, Brennan, Riley, Zayde, Tatum, Gannon, Adelynn, Wylan, Daxin; six great-grandchildren, Lincoln, Maylee, Acyn, Rynlee, Piper and Penelope.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jake, F. Messina, Sr. and Dorothy Golden Messina; one brother, Jake F. Messina, Jr. and one son, Jessee Soileau.

Paul Rabuck , husband of Shirley Roll

  12/22/46 - 4/30/25
The love of my life has passed away and gone to a better place. He is in Heaven in the loving arms of Jesus his Lord and Savior. No more pain, needles, treatments but enjoying the glory of Heaven and the ones who have gone on before him. Paul was surrounded by family when he took his last 2 breaths and peacefully passed. Paul was a fighter and a lover. He battled Multiple Myeloma for 27 years after being diagnosed in Feb. of 1998 at the age of 51. He never complained and had a positive attitude the whole time. He loved people and enjoyed visiting with other patients at MDA, giving them hope by telling his story, his journey. He leaves a legacy of putting others first before himself, always a friend willing to help and he would give you the shirt off his back, even if you didn’t need it. He was a wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Friend and I will miss him dearly!

Janiece Chambers Marshall , mother of Cynthia Marshall

  July 24, 1932 - August 10, 2024
Janiece was born at Nancy, Texas on July 24, 1932, to parents Robert E. Chambers and Mary Alabama “Bama” Franklin Chambers. She lived there with her older siblings and attended school in Zavalla. The family moved from their farm to Zavalla when she was about seven years old where they owned a grocery/furniture store that her mother operated while her dad worked as a Texas Forest Ranger.
Janiece graduated from Zavalla High School as Salutatorian in 1949 where she had met and married the love of her life, Kellon Marshall. They were married for 68 years. The couple moved to Freeport, Texas where their four children, Cynthia, Robert, Mike, and Kay were born. She sold Avon in the neighborhood after a move to Lake Jackson and bowled on a successful women’s league.
The family left Lake Jackson for Port Arthur, Texas in 1962. Janiece had a dream that led her on her next journey---to become a high school English teacher. She found encouragement with the likes of Dr. Francis E. Abernathy and Dr. Ralph A. Wooster. She graduated in three years qualified to teach English and History, later adding a master’s degree to her credentials. After a short stent at Thomas Edison Junior High, Janiece moved on to that dream job at Thomas Jefferson High School where she taught English, eventually becoming head of the department before she retired after twenty-six years. Janiece remained resilient all her life with determination to reach her goals and to do all things “her way.” She joined the alumni association at Lamar, Texas State Teachers Association, Texas Retired Teachers Association, and the National Education Association.
Janiece felt at home in the classroom, and she adored her students, and they returned the affection, naming her teacher of the year during her tenure. She also received numerous other awards. Involved in many campus activities, she helped direct the drama club, she led the cheerleaders, and she organized several proms. She demanded excellence from her students, and many have pleased her when she learned of their accomplishments as adults, such as former student Coach Todd Dodge.
Kellon and Janiece travelled the Great American West during her summer breaks. She relished those trips to Yellowstone, Lake Tahoe, Las Vegas, Canada, along with other destinies in America. She favored a family European trip. After her retirement she continued her love of learning and teaching by helping her grandchildren with their English papers. As an avid, addicted reader of spy novels, she read all night, especially ones by her favorite author, James Patterson. She loved sports, including the Houston Rockets, the Dallas Cowboys, and any team from Texas.
Janiece’s husband Kellon, her parents, siblings Franklin Wayne Chambers and Helen Juanita Chambers Hill, and son-in-law Philip Devlin predeceased her. She is survived by children Cynthia Marshall Devlin, Robert (Marilyn) Marshall, Michael (Belinda) Marshall, and Carolyn Kay Marshall Ryan (Mark), and grandchildren, Robert C. Marshall (Megan), and Christine Marioneaux (Chris) and Madeline Ryan (Jason). Great grandchildren include Colton, Cade, Camden Marioneaux and Mae, Zola, Jack, and Charlotte Marshall.
The family thanks Kim Bush Smith for her expertise as a caregiver over these many years. Contributions to the Arbor Day Foundation preferred in lieu of flowers.