Velmarie Sandoval

1934 ∼ 2021

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Velmarie Sandoval, 87, of Port Arthur passed away on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on January 21, 1934 in Kirbyville, Texas to her parents, Earl Anderson Herrin and Velma Bennight Herrin. Velamarie has been a resident of Port Arthur for over 65 years. She was a devoted housewife in raising her family along with her husband, Enedino. Velmarie was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Port Arthur.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her two sisters, Katherine and Almarie; her five brothers, George, Earl, Danny Joe, Ray and Alton.

She is survived by her loving husband, Enedino Sandoval of Port Arthur; her sons, Thomas Sandoval and his wife, Cecilia of Port Arthur, Raymond Sandoval and his wife, JoAnn of Port Arthur, Michael Ozan and his wife, Betty of Jasper along with 7 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her two sisters, Sharon Inman and her husband, Gene of Call, Texas, Deborah Inman and her husband, Calvin of Old River, Texas; her two brothers, John A. Herrin and his wife, Cathy of Call, Texas, James R. Herrin of Call Junction, Texas, several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be on Monday, August 23, 2021 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 fe will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Port Arthur. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park.

The family would like to express a special appreciation to her caregivers, Michelle Bradley, Christina, Barbara, Debra and her niece, Missy Heredia for their loving care.

The family respectfully request all visitors that attend the visitation and services to wear a face mask or facial covering due to Covid concerns.

Condolences

Mandy August 24, 2021

Tugar was a wonderful person. She was always very sweet to me. After hurricane Katrina she was even trying to find us here in ms. Her and jessie always treated me like family. It was a pleasure knowing her she was an angel on earth. Love you all.

Christina V. August 24, 2021

I will always be grateful and cherish the time I was given with you. You made me a part of your family and you will always be a part of mine. Until we meet again, Ma. I love you. Thoughts, prayers, and love to the whole family.

Rene’E Galvan-Thomas August 24, 2021

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Sandoval Family during this difficult time,I pray the Good Lord will keep you in comfort with much love and support, from memories of a beautiful life that was so dear!🙏🌹

Jo Ann August 22, 2021

I will be forever thankful to have known and loved you. When I lost my Mother, you had already jumped head first into being there. I will have to wait until it is my turn to be able to dance and laugh with you again. Thank you Momma, love for eternity.