A Life Remembered
Obituary
Celeste’ Flores, 65, of Port Neches passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2019 at her home.
She was born on December 4, 1953 to her parents, Juan Juarez Sr. and Dora Garcia Juarez in Port Arthur, Texas. Celeste’ earned a Bachelor's degree in Education from Lamar University. She was a lifelong resident of the area. She taught school at St. Josephs in Port Arthur and retired from Port Neches Groves Independent School District as a fourth grade teacher at Port Neches Elementary School, with 22 years of total service. Celeste’ was the owner and operator of Celeste’ Tamales in Port Neches. Once retired, she loved to bake, decorate, and enjoy her grandchildren. She was a member of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Port Neches.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Enrique Juarez, her sister, Yolanda Juarez Belle-Isle, her two sons, Anthony Flores and Jesse Flores III.
Celeste’ is survived by her loving husband, Jesse Flores, Jr. of Port Neches, her daughter, Celina Ellis and her husband, Matt of Port Neches, her two grandchildren, Luke Ellis and Alexia Ellis, her brother, Juan Juarez, Jr. and his wife, Christy of Orange, daughter in law, Jessica Flores along with several nieces.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 from 5:00 PM till 8:00 PM with a rosary to be prayed at 6:00 PM at Clayton Thompson Funeral Home in Groves. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Thursday, March 21, 2019 at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Port Neches with Rev. Shane Baxter, serving as celebrant. Entombment will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Clayton Thompson.
Service Details
Gatherings in remembrance
Visitation
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
· 5:00 PM
– 8:00 PM
Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors, 5200 West Parkway Street, Groves, 77619
Prayer Service
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
· 6:00 PM
Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors, 5200 West Parkway Street, Groves, 77619
Mass
Thursday, March 21, 2019
· 10:00 AM
St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 2006 Nall Street, Port Neches, 77651
Burial
Thursday, March 21, 2019
· 11:30 AM
Greenlawn Memorial Park, 3900 Twin City Highway, Groves, 77619
Messages of Love
From family and friends
George &Amp; Joycelyn Battles
March 29, 2019
Condolences to the Flores/Juarez Families during the homegoing of your beloved Celeste. GOD chose HER to come home and live in glory forever. Rest In Peace. She will live on in your hearts and minds. Rest In Peace.
John Robison
March 29, 2019
Prayers and sympathy to Jesse and family during this time of loss.
Mark Godley
March 28, 2019
Jesse, I’m so sorry to hear this. Prayers for you, and family.
Kenneth W. Brannan
March 23, 2019
So sorry to hear of your loss Jesse. Praying for you and your family . Ken and Norma Brannan.
Laura Lee Burchfield Scott
March 22, 2019
I am keeping Celeste’s loved ones in my prayers. May you be comforted in memories and the hope of being together with her, again. Her PN-G class of ‘72 are saddened at her passing.
Kathy
March 21, 2019
I went to PNG with Celeste. She was a great friend & Classmate of '72. I have fond memories of Celeste in high school. My thoughts and prayers are with Celeste's family. She will be missed.
Cindy Stevens
March 21, 2019
I think Celeste was such a beautiful person! Like Claire Dill said, we all met in 7th grade band at Woodlawn JHS. She was always happy and laughing. I loved that she met Jesse and that they got married and had a family. I enjoyed seeing her at the several reunions I attended - she was always glad to see me and made me feel welcome. I will always have fond memories of her and I know she will be sorely missed. I am so sorry for your loss - I will keep all of you all in my prayers...
Fran Nations
March 21, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Lindley and our family are praying for you!
Laurents Family
March 21, 2019
Rest In Peace.
Cruz And Janice Juarez
March 21, 2019
Jesse we are so sorry for your loss. She was our Favorite in the family always had a great time with youguys love you both so much she will be miss god be with you and Celina and her family love always Cruz Juarez and family
Vickie Sheffield Styles
March 21, 2019
Jessie, Celina, Juan and families, my heart goes out to each of you with the loss of Celeste. We became friends in the early 1980’s and I had the pleasure of watching your children grow. Watching Celina dance and learned that Juan and I graduated together, when the grandchildren were born there was no doubt they’d have the most loving grandparents. You all will be in my prayers as your wife, mother and sister was always wonderful and a joy to be around. May memories give you all comfort and peace during this time.
Denise Shepherd
March 21, 2019
My heart is heavy as we have lost a beautiful soul who gave freely of herself.. my children were her students and a friend to her daughter, I personally was fond of the sweetness she shared with all who touched her life.. I pray God comforts her family and gives the knowledge behest served well on this earth and will share in the glory of the next life
Bette &Amp; Michael, Nikki Smith
March 21, 2019
Are thoughts and prayers are with ya'll through this difficult time.
Morris &Amp; Linda Moore
March 20, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss 🙏
Mark &Amp; Beryl Miller
March 20, 2019
Sending our deepest condolences. We are so addened to hear the news of your loss. Knowing Celina nad Matt, we know how special, kind, and loving Celeste was. We are praying for peace for you all.
Lecia Moore
March 20, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Prayers are being sent to you and your family.
Alicia Boudreaux
March 20, 2019
Celina and Jesse, Y’all are in my heart and prayers during this time. Your Cousin, Alicia
Randy And Pat Comeaux
March 20, 2019
Jesse, Celina, and the entire Flores family, we are deeply saddened for your great loss. Our prayers and heartfelt condolences go out to your family. “The Lord is close to the broken-hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” Psalm 34:18
Candice And Henry, Jr. Totten
March 20, 2019
Our hearts are heavy hearing of Celeste's passing! Our prayers will go on for you all. We loved that sweet lady so and we love you, Jessie and Celina. ❤ We're here if you're ever in need. 🙏
Cheryl Mcgarrahan
March 20, 2019
Jesse, I am so sorry for your loss. She was a sweet lady. Loved her cooking. Prayers are with you and your family. May God give you peace and strength during this difficult time. Cheryl & Paul McGarrahan
Kenny Gossett
March 19, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. She's had a very special place in my heart for the last year and will be missed. My entire family is thinking of all of you during this difficult time.
Kevin &Amp; Ellen Davalos
March 19, 2019
Jesse, Celina, Matt, Luke & Alexia, So sorry to hear the passing of your sweet wife / mother. Our condolences to your family. Love, Kevin, Ellen, Anthony & Juliette Davalos
Claire Dill
March 19, 2019
I met Celeste in 7th grade band class at Woodlawn. We were PNG class of '72 classmates. I'm so very sorry for your loss and I will be keeping you all in my prayers.
Larry Rosas
March 19, 2019
So very sorry for your loss, our hearts are heavy with sympathy for the Flores family. May God be with you all in this trying time.
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