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Vernon J. "Boogie" Thibodeaux

1941 ∼ 2015

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Vernon J. “Boogie” Thibodeaux, 73, of Nederland, Texas passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas. He was born on December 12, 1941 in LaBelle, Texas to the late Joseph Theophield Thibodeaux and Euchrise Miller.

Boogie worked out of the Pipefitter Local #195 for almost 20 years, and taught apprentice school at Local #195 for 15 years. He was the Maintenance Supervisor at Cogen Power from 1986 until its close in 2001. He retired from Local #195 in 2003.

Boogie is survived by his wife, Ann “Nell” Thibodeaux of Nederland; daughter, Felisa “Lisa” Thibodeaux of Austin; son, Shane Thibodeaux and his wife, Brenda “Anne” of Nederland; brothers, John Thibodeaux of Houston and Albert Thibodeaux and his wife, Millie of LaBelle; grandchildren, Ashley Galassi and her husband, Todd of Groves, Zachary Thibodeaux of Groves; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Theophield Thibodeaux and Euchrise Miller; brothers, Leon Thibodeaux, Roy Thibodeaux, Al Thibodeaux, Dallas Thibodeaux, and Joseph “Jib” Thibodeaux; and sister, Emma Guzardo.

A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, May 1, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches. A gathering of the family and friends will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a Christian Vigil beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Melancon’s Funeral Home in Nederland.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to alsa.org. in his name.

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Reginald Barras May 4, 2015
i went to school with vernon. he was such a good friend,and a good man.. reginald barras
Barbara Carbaugh May 1, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Donnie Carbaugh
Elizabeth Keese April 30, 2015
Dear Shane, May you and your family feel the love your dad had for you all. His spirit is in the arms of Jesus. I will keep you all in my prayers. All my love, Elizabeth Keese, C.S. Your co-worker at St. Mary Hospital.
Ashley Galassi April 30, 2015
Boogie was/is my Grandfather. And yes, he was/is as grand as it gets. He was one of my very first friends and I will always cherish the time that I was able to spend with him. He and Granny have always been nothing but supportive and encouraging to my brother and myself. They introduced us to music, art, nature, and showed us how to be compassionate. He was/is one of the most genuine people i've ever met. He was highly creative and would come up with neat ideas, make beautiful things as well as nifty things. He soulfully and beautifully played guitar. He even sang. I will miss hearing his voice. Grandpa had so many friends it was unbelievable, and not just casual buddies but people who really cared deeply for him. He had old friends and constantly made new ones. From his neighbors to even his renters; they were like family to him. He had so much love to spread and I am so grateful that I was able to know him. I will miss seeing the look on his face when I show him something i've drawn, or made. He was my biggest fan. My brother and I are his only Grandkids, and I know that we will always have wonderful memories with him to look back on from trying to learn how to swing a golf club to taking my brother to the gun range to learn to shoot....i remember being very young and trying to keep time playing drums with him and trying to sing " jambalaya"...i'm sure i was horrible but we had the best time... i'll always have his smile in my memories and his silly sense of humor <3
Pate Tatum, Sr. April 30, 2015
To know Vernon (Boogie) was one of the greatest highlights of my life. Met him 57 years ago and have been friends ever since. He inducted me into the "Cajun society" when he taught me what Mon Ami (My friend) was and hence named me "Tatumeaux." I cherish that friendship more than anything and will have a void where once stood Ma tres chere ami (My very dear friend). To Nell, Shane and Lisa, I give you love and continued prayers for healing.
Joe Prestridge April 30, 2015
I remember Lew's Little Supermarket how your eyes would lite up went Boggie walked in & his did to. May God be with your family-- Joe Prestridge
Anonymous April 30, 2015
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was purchased for the family of Vernon J. "Boogie" Thibodeaux.
Jimmy Noone April 30, 2015
Everyone should have a friend like Boogie. From our first meeting when I was about 9 yrs. old he took me under his wing and has been mentoring me ever since. We shared a lot of memories over the years, some good and some bad, but he was always there for me. Many times when I was down he lifted me up with words of encouragement. Always bragging about my accomplishments when it was he who deserved the credit. I will sorely miss my great friend. Goodbye my buddy. Brenda and I love you and Nell. Jimmy
Anonymous April 30, 2015
Beautiful in Blue was purchased for the family of Vernon J. "Boogie" Thibodeaux.
Earline S Kendall April 30, 2015
I remember Vernon when we were kids having fun while our parents visited our grandparents. Our mothers were sisters. My mother was Zoia Stegall. My most heartfelt sympathy to Nell and his family for their loss of a kind man. Earline Stegall Kendall
Willie Defee April 29, 2015
Nell, my heart is with you during this oh so hard time. My memories of Boogie are of him and his guitar. He loved to play, and was so good at it. Now he can join the angel choir and add his talent to their music.I am so grateful that Mike and I had the chance to see him on Saturday, and tell him that we love him.It breaks my heart to look at the picture of him.-but that's Boogie--happy and holding his guitar. He will always be in my memory, Nell, and you and your family are in my prayers.
Clint Manuel April 29, 2015
My heartfelt prayers for all of you this last week have been bitter-sweet, with the heavy cloud of the circumstances, it was also an opportunity to share old memories, friendships and realize the purpose God has in putting people in our lives. I give thanks for Him allowing me to know "Mr. T" and the rest of your loving family.
Melancon'S Funeral Home April 29, 2015
Melancon's Funeral Home created a Tribute Video in memory of Vernon J. "Boogie" Thibodeaux
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event Visitation

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schedule Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

event Other

location_on Melancon's Funeral Home, 1605 Avenue H, Nederland, 77627
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schedule Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 6:00 PM

event Graveside Service

location_on Oak Bluff Memorial Park, 618 Block Street, Port Neches, 77651
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schedule Friday, May 1, 2015 at 10:00 AM