Larry Robert Bodin

1947 ∼ 2021

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Larry Robert Bodin, 73, of Port Neches, Texas passed away at his residence on Wednesday, July 21, 2021. He was born in Port Arthur, Texas on November 17, 1947 to the late Vernon and Evelyn Hollifield Bodin. Larry served in country proudly in the Texas Army National Guard from 1970-1976.

Those left to cherish Larry’s memory are his wife of 34 years, Carolyn Bodin of Port Neches; sons, Kevin Bodin of Portland, Oregon; and Brandon Marceaux of Roanoke, Virginia; daughter, Kelli Walton of Westbrook, Maine. Larry is also survived by seven grandchildren, Kieran and Saren Bodin, both of West Linn, Oregon; Camden, Cacen and Harper Walton, all of Westbrook, Maine; and Mikayla and Ryan Manderville of Rollingsford, New Hampshire.

Larry is preceded in death by his son, Brian Stubbs.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Melancon’s Funeral Home. Funeral services for Larry will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at Melancon’s Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches.

Larry graduated from Lamar Tech in Beaumont in 1970 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. He also went to St. Edward’s University in Austin from 1966-1967, where he was a member of the university’s basketball team. He was also a proud 1966 graduate of Bishop Byrne High School in Port Arthur.

Retiring from the Gulf Oil/Chevron/Clark/Premcor’s Port Arthur refinery in 2002 with 28 years of service in Accounting and Human Resources, Larry also worked for the Port Arthur News for several years in sports and on the news desk following active duty in the Army. Larry’s favorite hobby was his sports writing. For nearly four decades, he was a freelance sportswriter for the Port Arthur News covering local high school teams and their athletes, and Lamar basketball.

He was a parishioner of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Nederland, a proud member of the St. Charles’ ACTS team, served on the St. Charles Parish Council, and a past member of the Nederland Knights of Columbus, and the Fairfield Glade Tennessee Rotary Club.

A baseball and basketball enthusiast, Larry’s favorite past time was watching Houston Astros or Houston Rocket games on television. He also was a loyal Lamar University basketball fan and a Cardinal season ticket holder for over 30 years.

Larry also played fast pitch softball for over 20 years and was heavily involved for over a decade in Groves American Little League and Pony League baseball, flag football and youth basketball.

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Burt Darden July 27, 2021

Larry was one of the good guys. The Good Lord put him on this earth to serve as an example for the rest of us. He always managed to keep a positive attitude, no matter what challenges he faced. Larry and I stayed in touch on Facebook in recent years and I always looked forward to hearing from him. Kind of daunting to think about the number of Port Arthur News sports writers I had the pleasure of working with who have passed: Rick Anderson, John Curylo, Harold Beeson, John DeVillier and Howard Roden. Wonderful memories about all of them and the unique talents they displayed writing for the best little big-time sports staff you could imagine. However, I don't think any of us loved covering sports than Larry Robert Bodin. Rest in peace.

Larry Mcnulty July 27, 2021

I enjoyed talking sports, watching Lamar basketball, and playing golf. Sincere condolences to the family. Larry McNulty

Pam Romero July 27, 2021

Our most sincere condolences to Larry's family. Robbie and I have such great memories of Larry. I worked with him at Gulf/Chevron and he was always encouraging and supportive. Robbie has many fond memories of Larry both in elementary and high school. We pray God's grace will give you peace and courage during this sad time. Robbie and Pam Romero

Larry D. Bodin July 26, 2021

My condolences to the family of Larry. He was a tribute to the family. RIP

Mike Hiltz July 26, 2021

Mr. Bodin was a great guy & awesome sports writer. He covered local youth sports with just as much passion & dedication to the local kids as the pro guys. R.I.P. Larry you will be missed sir.

Edward L Richey July 25, 2021

To the family: Larry was a good friend during those years when we thought we would live forever. Those years when we should have been studying harder; but playing fast pitch softball on the old El Patio team at Lakeshore in Port Arthur was the biggest thing in our lives. Larry played centerfield and I was in leftfield. He had the great arm and big bat; but much greater, he had such class and respect for all, teammates, opponents, umpires. Of all the players I have played with through the years, Larry was one of the very best in this regard. For us, he was the big man on the field. I am sorry for your great loss and pray for comfort and strength. Edward Richey

Larry Neumann July 25, 2021

May you Rest In Peace my friend. The times we shared through your job as a sports writer are great memories. You were a sincere professional with and endearing persona and I’m blessed to have known you. “Coach” Larry Neumann

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schedule Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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