In Loving Memory

Jerry Elbert Beck

11/18/1944 — 1/6/2026

Clayton-Thompson

A Life Remembered

Obituary

Jerry Elbert Beck, 81, of Port Neches TX passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, in Beaumont TX.

Jerry was born November 18, 1944, in Port Arthur TX to Jabus Ebbie Beck and Laurise Vincent Beck.

Jerry attended high school in Nederland TX and a Christian academy in Louisiana. After school, Jerry joined the Army and was stationed in Germany as part of the Army Signal Corps. Upon his return, Jerry worked for Nederland Post Office for over 33 years. He wasn’t your typical mailman. He loved his job and the kids on his route. He would bring candy and throw it to (or was it AT) the kids in the neighborhood. If you needed help, he would take the extra time to help you.

After two previous marriages, 3rd time was the charm. Jerry met the love of his life!! He married Shirley Bourgeois December 1, 1991. They had 34 years of fun and adventure. Throw in Jerry being a trickster and a little obnoxious and you know why we think Shirley deserves a crown.

Jerry loved the woods and fishing. His dream was to have “a little place on the river where the grandkids could visit”. He loved traveling the country and participating in bicycle races. He also loved bowling and gambling and he loved helping others.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Shirley Beck, and his sister, Beverly Beck Block, both of Port Neches. He is survived by his sons John Michael Beck (Greg) and Jason Beck (Angie), Jeff Moore (Mandy) and Ray Moore. He is also survived by his daughters Stephanie Beck Chamberlain (Trent), Tricia Beck Smith (Marty) and Tammy Moore LeBlanc (Troy). Jerry has 17 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his father, Jabus Ebbie Beck, mother, Laurise Beck, and sister, Evelyn Beck Billinger.

Memorial Service will be held at graveside at Oak Bluff on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM.

Service Details

Gatherings in remembrance

Memorial Service

Friday, January 30, 2026 · 2:00 PM

Oak Bluff, 618 Block Street, Port Neches, 77651

Messages of Love

From family and friends

Shirley Beck March 17, 2026

Shirley Beck purchased Memory Book for Jerry Beck

Margaret Olona Koncaba February 3, 2026

My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Jayde Chamberlain January 31, 2026

Love you grandpa! I will miss you. We always had fun taking rides around Port Neches on your golf cart and playing hide and seek as you chased us kids around your house, while you popped your teeth out at us. We sure were scared but it’s hilarious now!

Amber Massey January 31, 2026

I’ll always remember the trips to Dairy Queen to get ice cream in the motor home! We thought that was the coolest thing ever.

Greg Takehara January 29, 2026

Jerry always treated me as one of his own and I will miss his random calls. He was the very best at checking in. My fondest memory will be having him and Shirley at our place for Thanksgiving 2023 where he loved sitting on our deck and I could serve him his beloved coffee. We enjoyed sending him coffee from wherever we traveled in the world. Rest in peace Jerry. You lived a full life and were so very loved. Greg

Shannon Breaux Sauceda January 29, 2026

Every time I saw Jerry, he had a smile on his face. Of course, my Aunt Shirley was next to him and we were at family gatherings with food involved. lol. Sending hugs and prayers for all that the sadness in your hearts will be lightened by all the good memories with Jerry.

Didi Powers January 28, 2026

I met Jerry at one of your parties JohnMichael probably about 7-8 years ago and your dad was so charming and so funny and my daughter who was just itty-bitty at the time really enjoyed him. I felt like I knew him because I’ve been hearing so many great stories about your dad for nearly the last 20 years! I’m so sorry for your and your family‘s loss but I am so happy that you’re filled with so many wonderful stories. memories and love of your father. God bless you all.

Keith Snode & Duane Hildebrand January 28, 2026

Keith Snode & Duane Hildebrand purchased Eco-Friendly Memorial Trees for Jerry Beck

Sandra Howard January 26, 2026

I first met Jerry while I was working at a store called Howdy Doody, where I worked alongside my dear friend Shirley. Jerry would often stop by just to see her, and from the very beginning, he struck me as a friendly man with an easy smile—one of those people who made you feel comfortable right away. Some of my favorite memories of Jerry are the quiet, simple moments the three of us shared on their back porch, sitting together and drinking coffee. On Sundays especially, he loved listening to gospel music out there, soaking it in while rocking in his chair. I can still picture him there, relaxed and content, reminiscing about his childhood and sharing stories from years gone by. Jerry’s love and care for Shirley were always evident. He would lovingly give her foot rubs as we visited, a small but tender gesture that spoke volumes about his devotion. He also showed that same sweetness and compassion in the way he took care of Shirley’s mother, always patient, attentive, and kind. In true Jerry fashion, one day he even gave a foot rub to me and another friend, making us laugh and feel like family. Jerry’s warmth, generosity, and loving heart will always be remembered.

Dru LeBlanc January 23, 2026

Grandpa was one of the best men I’ve ever known. He never hesitated to help out. It didn’t matter if it was helping build a porch,bringing jumper cables an hour away or if you just needed to sit on the porch and have a cup of coffee. He never ran out of stories to tell and everything had a life lesson in it somehow. If you borrowed a tool you made sure to bring it back because his dad gave him that saw 50 years ago. So many memories with him and grandma that I couldn’t count them all if I had to. So many life lessons that I learned and things that I still carry with me that when I was younger I didn’t realize. A man should always have his wallet a knife and a little bit of walking around money. Never count your money in a crowd. If something is worth doing then it’s worth doing right. Keep your lines straight when you cut the grass. Those are just a few of them. The one I hold on to the most is the famous saying, if three screws are good then five screws must be better. You will forever hold a place in my heart and memories Grandpaw we damn sure miss you.

The Matlocks January 23, 2026

Jerry was our favorite mailman!!! Our boys loved meeting him at the mailbox and getting a piece of gum or candy (and yes, he did throw it at them sometimes) It only made "the candy game" more fun. We truly thought the world of him. We were happy for his retirement, but sad not to see him anymore. Our prayers go out to his family.

Lisa Kimball January 22, 2026

I will never forget just got my new car Went to Market Basket In Port Neches to get some groceries, pulled in and parked notice a golf cart just to the right front of my car ! Went in and shopped come out was loading my groceries in my car looked up and saw Jerry loading his golf cart didn’t say anything continued loading my groceries and when I finished I noticed that Jerry had parked his car right by my car on the drivers side , I was like I know he did not notice me but the next time I see the old fart I’m gonna let him have it he could have walked to the other side and put it in the parking area for carts! He left and I had to call Tammy and let her know what he had done needless to say we laughed about it ! He was so unpredictable, but by far he was the sweetest kindest joking person I know , he will truly be missed!

Marie Johnson January 22, 2026

Jerry was a funny HaHa guy He loved picking on Shirley He knew she’d get mad and that was funny He was always willing to lend a helping hand He will be missed

Mark Hays January 22, 2026

Jerry was such a great guy. I always looked forward to him delivering our mail. Sometimes it took a little longer than normal because he had numerous coffee stops!

Mike Glaze January 22, 2026

I will never ever forget your dad pulling up to our mailbox, and taking that magical brown paper bag out and giving us each a piece of bubblegum. Great man great dad!!!

Mandy Shoemaker January 21, 2026

Jerry was always a good jokester! If you weren't paying attention you may be called off guard not sure whether or not he was joking or being serious. Jerry was was personal postmaster. When I had my packages delivered to their house, he would always call me to let me know I had a package. He would let me know how many and exactly were they would be waiting for me. You will be miss Sir!

Ursula January 13, 2026

“Our deepest sympathy to the family on the loss of your beloved Dad, Jerry. We had the pleasure to meet you, ‘Grandpa Gringo’, here in Australia. Forever in our hearts, forever remembered. We are sure you will be watching over your children and family from above. With love, The Nonato Family”

Stephanie Chamberlain January 13, 2026

Jerry Beck, the man, the myth, the legend. This crazy character was my Daddy. He had found a wedding band and put it on his key ring. One of my earliest memories is of him telling us how he had a wife and child in Germany who died. We felt sorry for him for years thinking this was true. 🤯 🤣 Some memories that have flashed thru my mind this past week -my parents divorced when we were little but on the occasion we went to the doctor my mom would search for my dad on his route to give him an update -the trips he took 5 kids on by himself -the haunted house -the “camp” -the lessons learned “just jump, I will always catch you” -all the sweaters we got for the Christmases 🤣 -advice on raising kids “get a dog training book, that’s all you need” -the last to leave the room when I was laboring with my oldest -showing up at my house unexpectedly with donuts and took my older kids to school when I was recouping with my last baby -the ice cream dates with my kiddos And the list goes on and on and on. He was definitely one of a kind and will be loved and missed forever. Much love and thanks to my brother Jason for taking great care of all the tough decisions and my brother Mike for zooming ✈️ in when things got crazy. Thank you to all the other siblings for doing what we could to take care of Dad. Grandma Shirley, you were a trooper the whole time ❤️ Now we can cry 😘

Christian Horgan January 12, 2026

I heard many a large story about you from JM over the years. Then when the two of you came to visit me all the way down here in Australia, I wasn’t the least surprised to discover JM had been under exaggerating! You certainly lived up to your larger than life reputation. Loved showing you my part of the world, and loved that you felt so grounded when I took you to the farm in Margaret River. It was a pleasure to meet you, and thank you for the gift of having your son in my life.

Amber and Codey Massey January 12, 2026

Amber and Codey Massey purchased Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum Peace Lily for Jerry Beck

Tripolino Family January 12, 2026

Dear JohnMichael. On behalf of my family we want to offer you our sincere condolences. Although you are grieving and sad there is consolation in knowing that your dad is no longer suffering. You will miss his physical presence. Time, however, is an incredible healer. Your mind will bring him to you by remembering all the good times that you shared together. My family was blessed to have known Jerry when he visited and stayed with us in 2014. We had the opportunity to create many memories that we cherish and remember him by. The talks on our veranda, our day trip to Portarlington (where your dad insisted on paying for the ice cream). Our trip to the Great Ocean Road (his comment that it was truly magnificent ) and of course the treasured family cookbook that he gifted to Nina because he admired Nina’s cooking. The list can go on but by far the most important thing was that my family had made a good friend and we are forever grateful that we had the privilege of knowing your dear Dad. Frank, Nina, Michael, Tobi, Anthony, Melissa, Robert, Mia, Levi and Felix.

Rita NeQuent January 11, 2026

Gonna miss my Uber driver to the PN G games at the reservation and back. He would bring me from his house to the game and he would come pick me up so I wouldn't have to walk far. I loved him so much and he was a character there and back. Had me laughing. I am going to miss him. Til I see u again and I will! ... God received a good man! ❤️

Regina Bourgeois January 11, 2026

Jerry and Shirley had been married for a number of years before he retired so he had been to my mother’s in Rayne. After he retired if he got an “envie” to get in his truck and go pick up some meat at Hebert Brothers in Maurice he’d go pick up Mama to go with him. They’d then right around for her to tell him all about Rayne and the surrounding area. They’d find some place to stop for lunch. One time he took my 80+ mother to Hooters for lunch “because they had good food.” Mama said the food was okay but those girls didn’t have much clothes on.

Patti Ogden January 11, 2026

Jerry always insisted that he was a bit wild as a kid. I believe him, for sure. But as my neighbor and friend for the past fifteen years, Jerry mostly stands out as kind, big-hearted guy who always had time to chat, never missed an opportunity to laugh, and loved his wide circle family and friends. If I needed help getting the mower to start, Jerry was my guy. If I lost a crucial bolt or screw for a project, Jerry would invariably find a replacement in his magical tool shed. And, bless his heart, Jerry was the guy who helped carry my dad’s body out of the house after his death. He loved zipping around neighborhood yards on his big mower and he loved zipping around town on his little golf cart. Jerry never lost his enthusiasm for traveling to places near and far, but he also never lost his enthusiasm for sitting on the front/back porch listening to music or chewing the fat with whoever showed up (and someone almost always showed up). You will be missed, Jerry. My deepest condolences to Shirley, Gene, and the rest of the family.

Ashley Moore January 10, 2026

Grandpa had a way of never taking life too seriously. He was always joking, always smiling, and somehow always finding treasures on the side of the road that he thought were worth saving. But beneath the humor and the playful spirit was what mattered most, the way he made people feel. He showed those around him how much they were loved and valued, not just with words but through his actions every day. He brought laughter, warmth, and a deep sense of belonging to everyone lucky enough to know him, and he will be so deeply missed.

TAMMY LEBLANC January 10, 2026

I didn’t get you till I was 18 but I could not have asked for a more loving PaPee. You were an amazing dad. You didn’t have to love me the way you did but you chose to. That makes our relationship even that much more special. You were always there for me no matter what you had going on. I never once had to wonder if you would have my back. I knew it. From picking me up when my car broke down to just giving me fatherly advice. I will never forget the time I was sick and you called to check on me and I mentioned I would love a DP and within an hour you were at my house, 45 minutes away, with a cold one and a 6 pack for the icebox. There wasn’t anything you wouldn’t do for your kids, grandkids and great grandkids. You will live in our hearts and our memories till we meet again. I love you PaPee!

Samantha LeBlanc January 10, 2026

Jerry Beck was my grandfather. It’s hard to know what to start or what to say when writing something about him for everybody to see. He was the best grandfather. He was there whenever I wanted something. Before I could drive I would call him to tell him I wanted us to get ice cream or food. After I could drive, I would usually come to him and we’d get ice cream or food. (of course) In the couple of years I lived with him and grandma. We had a lot of conversations and a lot of memories were shared. You were a presence in my life that will never be filled. But you were there for the best moments of my childhoods, and my teens especially when he taught me how to drive. And I got to have sacred memories and time spent with him in my early 20s. I couldn’t have asked for a better man to be my grandfather. I love you grandpa. We’re going to have a cup of coffee as soon as we meet again. <3

Robert Beck January 9, 2026

When Jerry came home from the service he purchased a 56 yellow chevy with a 283 and 3 duces. We were in front of the Barlows house and the 3 duces caught fire. We were scrambling to get something to cover the fire with, when someone said Hey your car is on fire. Jerry looked at him and said NO S--T. .Aunt Lorice had madd a huge pot of Pkra gumbo. Probably the best in the land. Jerry and I can in the back door and he lifted the lid. We both ate at least 3 bowls and decided we better guit. He was my cousin and I did love him RIP CUZ

Christine Ellender Brannon January 9, 2026

At family gatherings, I always sat with Jerry a while. I enjoyed our conversations, and he always made me laugh. We'll miss you, Jerry. Rest in peace. Sending love to the family.

Ronnie Vincent January 9, 2026

Jerry was my first cousin-I remember the days my dad would take us to Nederland to visit his sister and family.Jerry and I would take our guns and shoot birds in the pasture. Would stayed in contract through the years. I talked to him as recently as a few weeks ago. We talked and laughed about all our ailments and wondered how we got this old so fast.You will surely be missed,cuz. You were a great man we all loved and had many laughs together. Many prayers for Shirley and the family.

Simon Petrie January 9, 2026

Simon Petrie purchased Loving Embrace for Jerry Beck

Kay Simmons January 9, 2026

Kay Simmons purchased Sympathy Garden for Jerry Beck

Cathy Hughes January 9, 2026

Will miss our Cousin, Jerry! Always had something funny to say that had everyone in stitches. He gave his Mother trouble was loving and kind to her. Rest In Peace, Jerry! To his Shirley and family I send our prayers! Love you all!

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