Vernella "Carolyn"

Thibodeaux

Vernella "Carolyn" Thibodeaux of Winnie, TX; passed May 16, 2026.

A Memorial Service will be held 1PM on Friday, June 5, 2026, at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses 4060 Fannett Rd. Beaumont, TX.

Vernella Carolyn Thibodeaux, a lifelong resident of Beaumont, Texas, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with ALS. Throughout her illness, Carolyn maintained her signature smile and deep love for others, fighting hard until the very end.

A faithful woman, Carolyn was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses and pioneered early in life. She raised her children around "the truth" and loved sharing her faith with her grandchildren. Even when ALS took her speech, she joyfully used text-to-speech technology to participate in congregation meetings.

Carolyn was a graduate of French High School (1972) and retired from St. Giles in November 2023, where she deeply loved her clients. Known as an extraordinary cook, her happiest moments were spent feeding those who were sick, grieving, or gathering her large, beloved family around her table.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Thomas and Mary Mouton, and Clausy and Marjorie Thomas; three brothers; two sisters; and her granddaughter.

She leaves to cherish her memory her devoted husband of 53 years, Ronald James Thibodeaux Sr.; her children {bonus daughter}, Chantal, LaTasha (Donald), LaMesha (Timothy), Mary "Mimi", and Ronald Jr.; 17 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; nine siblings; an aunt; and a large host of extended family and friend.

Proctor's Mortuary - Beaumont, is in charge of final arrangements, 3522 Washington Blvd. Beaumont, TX. 77705 (409) 840-2022.The guest book can be signed; words of comfort and condolences for the family can be left at www.proctorsmortuary.com