Josef Alan Degen

1939 ∼ 2016

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Josef Alan Degen, also known as "Texaco Joe", "Degie" and "Coconut Joe", 77, of Nederland, passed away Thursday, September 1, 2016. Josef was born July 14, 1939 in Grand Cayman B.W.I. to the late Josef and Leolyn Bodden Degen. Josef was a seaman on the ship, Connecticut for Texaco Oil Company.

He is survived by his wife, Linda Phillips Degen of Nederland; daughters, Gail Bush of Grand Cayman Island, Cami Wade of Tomball, TX and Gina Clarke of Nederland, TX; sons, Paul Nixon of Grand Cayman, Presley Powery of Grand Cayman Island and Joseph Degen, Jr. of Nederland, TX; grandchildren, Shane Bothwell, Adriel Ramirez, Bree Ann Nixon, Andrew Degen, Elise Wade, Erin Clarke, Adam Clarke and 4 great grandchildren. Josef is preceded in death by his parents and grandson, James Bothwell.

There will be a gathering of family and friends on Monday, September 5, 2016 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Melancon’s Funeral Home in Nederland, TX. There will be funeral service on Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Melancon’s Funeral Home in Nederland, TX with a burial at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Nederland, TX.

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Brenda Warren September 7, 2016

I am deeply saddened my Mr.Degens passing. I just found out todayy.He has a lovely wife and a sweet daughter and grand kids. He was so very proud of their achievements. I loved the fact he could state his opinions freely. I will miss seeing him coming by to visit. I'm sure he will find the BEST cook in heaven and will be on their good side. I have so many fond memories of him as I am sure his family and friends do as well. There will be some deep political discussions beyond those pearly gates. I will miss you Mr.Degen.

Kelly A. Hooks September 6, 2016

Mrs. Degen, Cami, Gina and Joe and the rest of your family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thought and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Doug & Terri Eldridge September 6, 2016

We were shocked to hear of Mr. Degen's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Will miss seeing him walking the dog every morning by our house. Your neighbors down the street, Doug & Terri Eldridge

Judy Hydes Prewitt September 6, 2016

With sympathy from the family of Patsy and Densley Hydes. We are grieving with your family in this loss. In prayer to ask for peace in your hearts during this time. God Bless and keep you. We will miss Mr. Deggy. I can still hear him calling to me, "Whaya sayin' Wes Baya!" Much love sent. ~ Judy Hydes Prewitt

Cherry Levy September 5, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Love cherry and family

Kathy Pollock September 2, 2016

Linda, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss...our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Texaco Joe brought so much laughter to the Y. We will never forget him! YMCA of Port Arthur Staff

Melancon'S Funeral Home September 2, 2016

Melancon's Funeral Home created a Tribute Video in memory of Josef Alan Degen