Arnold “Gordo” Sauceda, 37, of Nederland, Texas passed away Tuesday, September 14, 2021. Arnold was born July 28, 1984, in Harlingen, Texas to Felix and Enedina Sauceda.

Gordo as he was affectionately known as by his family and friends was a loving husband, father and friend. He was a member of La Iglesia Del Pueblo Church and was employed with The Mundy Companies in Nederland. Gordo was a great provider to his family and a diligent worker. He enjoyed his family and cruising around town in his truck.

Gordo is preceded in death by his father, Felix Sauceda, Sr.; and brother, Felix Sauceda, Jr.

Those left behind to cherish Gordo’s memory are his wife of 8 years, Anna Michelle Sauceda of Nederland; his children, Adrean Mena Sauceda, Anthony Mena Sauceda, Arabelle Sauceda, Abraham Sauceda and Nathan Sauceda; mother, Enedina Sauceda; brothers, Juan Sauceda and Jose Sauceda; sister, Cindy Sauceda; and a host of family and friends.

A gathering of family and friends will be held Saturday, September 18, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., with a service to begin at 6:00 p.m., at Melancon’s Funeral Home, 1605 Ave. H, Nederland, Texas.