Joe Licatino

1954 ∼ 2021

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Joe Licatino, 67, of Port Acres passed away. Saturday July 31, 2021 at his resident. Joe was born May 27, 1954 in Port Arthur to Donald D. Licatino and Ruth Ledet Licatino. Joe was a musician and played with some of the finest people such as Willie Nelson, George Jones, Connie Cato, Neil McCoy, Charlie Pride, Edgar and Johnny Winters, Trish Yearwood, Jerry LaCroix, Leon Russell, Bobbie Kimball, GG Shinn, Stevie Ray Vaughan, ZZ Top and Mark Chesnutt to name a few. He not only played music he was also a great cook.

Joe is survived by his mother, Ruth Licatino; his sisters, Tina Licatino of Labelle and Patsy Byers and her husband Bruce of Colmesneil; his brothers, Donny Licatino Jr. and his wife Pam of Port Acres and Roy Licatino and his wife Jeanne of Port Neches.

A memorial service in Joe’s honor will be planned at a later date.

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Jamie Deal August 11, 2021

I haven’t seen Joe in about 15 years but there was a time when he was one of my closest friends! Loved to watch him play and hear him sing! He always sang ‘Angel Flying to the Ground’ for me! 🥰:broken_heart::broken_heart: Fly high my old friend!

Kathy Loftin August 9, 2021

I just spoke with him not long ago. He was a wonderful musician. Not out for fame and the craziness of of being on stage he was in love with the mucin and he played with so many famous people that new what talent he had and no matter what he was always my brother in law. Love you and will always have your music. Thank you for your cds you burned for me. RIP I love you

Marla August 7, 2021

Sending love and prayers for you all.

Kathy Loftin Dubios August 7, 2021

Joe was more than a fantastic musician he was a wonderful carpenter and a wonderful cook and a magnificent carpenter

Melancon'S Funeral Home August 5, 2021

Melancon's Funeral Home created a Tribute Video in memory of Joe Licatino

Kathy Loftin Dubios August 5, 2021

Joe I can’t believe you’re gone. You were so sure you wouldn’t get COVID because of your blood type. You just posted how you were sick for 5 nights and 5 days but I thought you beat it. I thank you for burning cds of all your music a special treasure to me. My heart goes out to you r Mom and Tina,Patsy ,Donny and Roy. You were a true music man. You didn’t seek all the fame and craziness you just loved playing music. :heart::heart::heart::heart:

Irene Arceneaux August 4, 2021

Joe we will miss you! This world will not be the same with out you. Loved you dearly. I will keep your memories alive. To your family I send hugs and prayers for peace. Sing us One Joe.

Scott Richard August 4, 2021

Oh Joe, I am gonna miss you again. It's only been a few years that we reconnected. I am privileged to be the guitarist for the first band you played drums for. I was lucky to watch you go from guitar player on drums, to world-class drummer for stars! And you have always been a great guitarist, too. Tell Tim and Dusty I said hello. I love you, brother!

Buck Holievina August 3, 2021

Going to miss cousin Joe. We used to play as young kids when our families would visit one another. I followed his musical career throughout the years. When I would run into him around town we would catch up with each other. R.I.P. cousin Joe until we can meet again to catch up.

Cindy Champagne August 3, 2021

Joe and I grew up together. Our parents were very close friends. Joe met me at Pine Tree Lodge on a July 16 to listen to Steve’s band Eazy. We shared many memories and good laughs about our childhood and teen years. He gave me copies of all his cds... he said he wanted to be sure I had them. He wasn’t feeling very well that day. I asked if he took the Covid vaccination and he said HELL NO. He ordered a hamburger and seemed to enjoy it. I’ll treasure the time we spent that day. I never dreamed it would be my last time to see him. He leaves behind the most wonderful family. I m just a phone call away should any of you need anything. Till we meet again in Heaven Joe... keep playing that music with the Master MUsician:notes:🥁:microphone::notes:. With much love:pray::skin-tone-2: Cindy and Steve

Candice & Henry, Jr. Totten August 3, 2021

So sorry to hear about Joe. Our prayers go up to all the family and for Joe :pray: RIP Joe

Rod Rishard August 3, 2021

I had the opportunity to meet Joe in the 70’s he played drums in the band..over the years we held a friendship to always be remembered..Joe was the musician’s musician..why..he succeeded in playing a few instruments and sang a great song

Florence And Poncho August 3, 2021

Think of all the great musicians that he is reunited with and the music that they are playing once again. Until we meet again please know we all love you and will miss you dearly.

Gisele Dugas August 3, 2021

The Licatino family and the Morrison family go way back. We watched Joe and his siblings grow up as they watched us grow up. We witnessed great times together and carried one another through hard times as well. We love you Joe and your quiet smile will live on in my memory and the kindness you showed others. I remember especially the care and concern for your parents and how you have honored them during the latter years as they aged. Thankful you are in the arms of Our Lord. Gisele

Linda Hailry August 3, 2021

Joe was sweet guy and a great musician . He played with my cousin Jerry Lacroix way back when. Sad that he gone hugs & prayers to his family friends. God bless you all.

Kevin Fontenot August 2, 2021

Joe and I carpooled to Helena Labs back in the 70’s but I have known him and his family most of my life. Joe played Jimi Hendrix’s version of the National Anthem for senior check day @ Stephen F Austin high school in Port Acres. I remember him playing guitar and later playing drums professionally. Always a nice guy with enormous musical and artistic talent. You will be missed Joe, Rest In Peace………:musical_score::guitar:🥁:musical_score:

Marla August 2, 2021

So very sorry to hear this. Sending condolences and love to his family, friends and fans that loved Him. Joe was so talented and intelligent, May he Rest In Peace. He will be missed.

Tina Sattler August 2, 2021

Gonna miss you, Joe:heart:

Roland & Jeanette Weekly August 2, 2021

So sorry to hear about Joe. Fly High Our Friend. You're Home Now! Roland & Jeanette Weekly

Deborah Sons August 2, 2021

Deborah Sons sent a virtual gift in memory of Joe Licatino

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