Effie M. Champagne

Effie M. Champagne, 97, of Nederland, Texas passed away on November 4, 2011, at her home surrounded by her family. She is rejoicing in the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.Effie, one of eleven siblings, was born in Nunez, Louisiana, on March 23, 1914 to Pierre and Elizabeth Vincent. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Oscar Champagne, and her son, Raymond Champagne.She is survived by her sons, Wilfred Butch Champagne and wife, Debbie, of Nederland, Nolan Champagne and wife, Jill of LaPorte, and daughter, Rita Smith and husband, Johnny of Jasper. Also by her grandchildren: Bryant Champagne, Brandon Champagne, Nikki Brown, Jimmy Smith, Justin Smith, Kendall Champagne, Kelly Champagne and seven greatgrandchildren.Effie dedicated her life to God and her family, always putting others first, never avoiding her responsibility. She helped those in need and was an encouragement to everyone, never judging, only accepting. She was a great homemaker and wonderful cook, sharing her talents with all. No one ever left her kitchen table hungry and the grandkids knew where to go for treats. Family and friends will surely miss her gifts of pecans, shelled and ready to eat, and her wonderful baked goods.Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 6, 2011, at Melancon39s Funeral Home, 1605 Avenue H, in Nederland. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, November 7, 2011, with Dr. L. A. Richardson officiating at Melancon39s Funeral Home. Interment will be at Vincent Cemetery in Nunez, Louisiana, at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 7, 2011.The family would like to thank everyone for their help during her illness. A special thanks to all Texas Home Health and Texas Home Health Hospice nurses for their excellent care during this time. Also, we thank her special caregivers for giving her loving care during her last years. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Central Gardens Baptist Church of Nederland, 114 4th Avenue, Nederland, TX.