John Stevens Sr. 86, of Double Bayou, TX; passed Dec. 03, 2025.

Services are Saturday Dec. 13, 2025, at Bright Light Baptist Church 513 FM-2041 Anahuac, TX. Visitation will begin at 9AM until Funeral at 11AM. Interment will be in Martha Godfrey Cemetery Double Bayou, TX.

The Life of John Stevens: John Stevens, 86, of Anahuac, Texas, passed away on December 3, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Lafayette, Louisiana, he moved to Texas as a young man and began his life's work as a farmer, spending his early years laboring in the rice fields. Those early years shaped his strong work ethic, humility, and deep connection to the land.

He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. His love for his family was at the heart of everything he did, and he carried each of them with him through every season of his life.

After his years working in the rice fields, he went on to work for Brown & Root, where he dedicated many years of hard, reliable service. With the same determination that guided his life, he later pursued his own path and started a lawn service business, which he operated with pride and commitment. His commitment to providing for his family and building something of his own became another chapter in the legacy he leaves behind. He carried the values of work, humility, and family through every chapter of his life.

A man deeply connected to the land; he took great pride intending to his gardens and watching things grow under his hands. He enjoyed the simple joys of fishing, cooking, and sharing stories from the old days – stories that always brought people together. One of his greatest pleasures was teaching his children and grandchildren how to say various phrases in Creole French, keeping his heritage alive with love and laughter.

Known for his warm spirit and joyful nature, he was rarely seen without a smile. His positive energy lifted everyone around him, and his presence brought comfort, laughter, and wisdom to his family and friends.

He leaves behind a legacy of love, tradition, and strength. His memory will forever live in the hearts of all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his parents, 3-siblings, 1-daughter, and 1-son.

John will be missed by many. He leaves to cherish his memory Betty Stevens (wife), children Juanita Lewis (Billy), Yvonne Lyons (Lloyd), John Stevens Jr. (Paulette); 11 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 4 siblings, and a host of nieces, nephews and close family and friends.

Proctor's Mortuary - Anahuac, is in charge of final arrangements,518 Miller St. Anahuac, TX. 77514 (409) 840-2022. The guest book can be signed; words of comfort and condolences for the family can be left at www.proctorsmortuary.com