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Louis Joseph Bonura

1923 ∼ 2021

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Louis Joseph Bonura, 98, of Port Arthur, Texas passed away September 9, 2021. He was born in Beaumont, Texas on August 15, 1923 to the late Nick Bonura and Mary Pavia Bonuara. Louis was a member of St. Catherine Catholic Church in Port Arthur.

Those left to cherish Louis’s memory are numerous cousins, family, and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Rosetta Bonura; and his brother, Nicholas Bonura.

A gathering of family and friends will be held at Melancon’s Funeral Home in Nederland on Monday, September 13, 2021 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. with a Rosary being recited at 9:00 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, September 13, 2021 at St. Catherine Catholic Church in Port Arthur. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to St. Catherine’s School.

The family requests that everyone in attendance wear a mask.

Condolences

Marlene Mouchette January 5, 2022
I remember visiting Louis and Rosetta in their store when I was a little girl, back in 1960. Louis would say,”What a beautiful little blond haired girl.” I would scream “leave me alone” at the top of my lungs and embarrass my Mother. He got the biggest kick out of this routine we had. He was so kind and patient and was an integral part of my childhood. Godspeed, Louis.
Ruth Pavia January 5, 2022
I’m so sorry to hear of Louis passing. He was a good friend for more than 60 years and the kindest gentleman I’ve ever known. ~Ruth Pavia
Mr & Mrs Hillman September 17, 2021
Sorry, Mr Bonura
Mr & Mrs Hillman September 17, 2021
I attend St Catherine's Parish and Mr. Melanson was always nice to me and my family. My granddaughters would talk to him and he'd be so kind to them. He even gave each of them ink pens and Saint Anthony's pendants. May God bless his soul.
Mike Cacioppo September 14, 2021
on behalf of my mom, mary jo cacioppo, i want to express my condolences. a few years ago, i took my mom to visit her old friend louis. she really enjoyed it. prayers, mike cacioppo son of mary jo cacioppo
Gary Bonura September 13, 2021
My uncle was a good man who was also survived by his half sister Jennie Mazzola and his brother Sam Bonura. May he rest in peace.
Vickie Thames September 13, 2021
I enjoyed being one of Louis caregivers. It was a pleasure to take care of him. He brought many smiles to me. He was a sweetheart and I loved him and he will be greatly missed. I would like to say a big thank you to the family also for always making me feel special.
Dinh Nguyen September 13, 2021
We are going to miss him. Louis was a strong presence in our family for the last 48 years, and will be impossible to replace. RIP.
Sr. Sharon September 12, 2021
Louis was a wonderful man. He was so fun to be with and a wonderful cook ...he would give you the shirt off his back. Holy man. Love from all your Dominican sisters in Houston.
Karen Mills September 11, 2021
Karen Mills lit a candle in memory of Louis Joseph Bonura
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Services & Events

event Visitation

location_on Melancon's Funeral Home, 1605 Avenue H, Nederland, 77627
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schedule Monday, September 13, 2021 at 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM

event Prayer Service

location_on Melancon's Funeral Home, 1605 Avenue H, Nederland, 77627
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schedule Monday, September 13, 2021 at 9:00 AM

event Mass

location_on St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 3706 Woodrow Drive, Port Arthur, 77642
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schedule Monday, September 13, 2021 at 10:00 AM