Norman Ray Roan, 71, of Beaumont, Texas passed away from heart failure on Monday, June 26, 2017 at the Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur. Norman was born December 29, 1945 to William Bruce Roan and Noah Lee Bradshaw Roan. Norman was a lifelong area resident and a retired motorman electrician from Cleveland Cliff Drilling Company. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was named Soldier of the Month in May of 1967. Survivors include his wife, Marla (Marva) Roan of Beaumont; daughters, Carrie Davidson, and Mary Lee Roan both of Beaumont; sons, William Lynn Roan, and Nathaniel Ray Roan and fianc Jillian Jones all of Beaumont; sister, Martha Jane Zaruba of San Antonio; grandchildren, Marlie Jane, Norman Gene, and Noah Lee Davidson. A Memorial Service will be at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, July 1, 2017 at Levingston Funeral Home in Groves with Bruce Hammond and Mark Douglas officiating.
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Anonymous
July 4, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of Norman's passing. We grew up together in Groves.
Anonymous
June 30, 2017
Will miss a good classmate. Seems like yesterday we were in school together.
Anonymous
June 30, 2017
Carrie, I am so sorry to hear the your father has passed away. I know how it feel to loose a parent. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Anonymous
June 30, 2017
Carrie, sorry to hear of your father's passing. My staff and I want to pass along our condolences to you and your family.
Anonymous
June 29, 2017
Cookie and I want you to know how saddened we are at the loss of your husband and dad.
Growing up in Groves in the late 50's and 60's was a wonderful experience. My early memories are of Normie, Mike and Tommy playing stick ball, football and baseball in the Connor's front yard; in Junior High involvement is sports and triple dating, parties at Connie Kelsey's home and great times with Cindy, the 2 Marilyn's, Carla, Barbara, Ken, Billy, Irvin, Bruce, Denise, Connie, Nina Jo, and so many others... I will always remember the whistle coming from Lincoln Street and the shrill "Norman Ray" when it was time to go home.
In High School and College our paths were a little different, but my respect/admiration for Norman as a friend and neighbor never wavered.
While we did not often speak over the work years, when we did, our conversations were always centered around what a great life partner he had found in Marva and how proud he was of his children.
God Bless you in a special way as you make a difference in the lives of others in the same way as did my friend Norman.
Anonymous
June 29, 2017
Sad to learn of your loss. I will miss Norman. Good times and good memories of fishing trips and card games! Prayers to all asking God to grant peace and thank Him for the time with Norman!
Anonymous
June 29, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. Bless you all in this very hard time to find peace. Prayers be with you all Love you Nathan and Jill.
Anonymous
June 29, 2017
While I never met you or Norman, I've been blessed with knowing your son, Nathan. Nathan has shared stories with me about his Father and they were always full of love. My condolences and deep felt sympathy on your loss. He seemed like a mighty fine man.
Anonymous
June 29, 2017
Sorry to hear of your loss. Norman was a fine classmate of mine at PNG High. God Bless your family in this time of loss.
Anonymous
June 29, 2017
Carrie, so sad to hear of your fathers passing. Wanted to let you know we are thinking of you and your family.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
Carrie, sorry for your loss. My wife and I send our prayers and condolences to you and your family.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
Love you Norman...
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
Very sorry about the passing of your Father. Will remember you in our prayers.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
Thank you Sir for your Service.
Heidi and I are praying for your Strenfth and Peace for your Family.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
Carrie, Extremely sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You and all of your family are in our prayers.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
Remember all the love he gave you & you gave him. Be glad that his spirit, which is the true "him", is no longer trapped in a pain-ridden shell. Lean on each other for strength and courage. Love & condolences to you & yours.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
We are truly sorry for y'alls loss from the short time we had meet he felt like family and of course because his son Nathan is such a big part of ours. He will be missed hugs and heart felt condolences to you and your family.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
Ellen and I and staff are very sorry in the lost of your father. May you find Peace in your God, and Blessing to you and your family.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
Raven and I and staff were deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your father. We are all praying for you and your family and hope that all of you find peace in the days to come.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
Carrie, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
My prayers are with you Bruce Hammond take care love you
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
I had barely known this man for a day or two and he was already trying to loan me $50 because he had found out that I was behind on rent. I didnt have a job and he knew ai wouldnt have been able to pay him back. I declined but the gesture itself made an impact and ive never forgotten him since.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
I can't imagine what you and your family are going through right now Carrie, I'm very sorry for y'alls loss. I definitely appreciate his time served as well! We'll be praying for you guys!
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your Father I know how hard this is Carrie and I know that you have the Faith to carry you through this. My prayers are with you and your family.