Gerald Robert Delino, of Port Neches, Texas, went to be with the Lord on January 21, 2026.

He was born on August 15, 1935, to Earl and Bertha Delino in Henry, Louisiana.

He was a proud Air Force veteran and had a long career as a mechanic at St. Mary Hospital. In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking, especially crafting gifts for his loved ones. Upon retirement, he traveled the continental US with his devoted wife of 42 years, Carolyn White Delino, of Port Neches.

Family and friends fondly remember and looked forward to his colorful life experiences and anecdotes, often making all present laugh with his sharp tongue and quick wit.

Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Fern Copell, and brother Raymond Delino. He is also reunited with his loving canine companions, Puggie and Buster.

He was the loving father of three children: Arlene Diaz and her husband Rene, of Luling, Louisiana; Ronald Delino and his wife, Mary, of Fannett; and Nancy Blitch and her husband, Bubba, of Lumberton. He also leaves behind nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews who adored him endlessly.

Per Gerald’s wishes, a funeral service will not be held. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to be made in his memory to St. Jude’s Research Hospital.

The family would also like to extend a very special thank you to step-son Derwin Dixson and his wife Jennifer for their care and compassion for Gerald over the last several months of his life.