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Albin Joseph "A. J." Judice Jr.
Albin Joseph "A. J." Judice Jr.
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Albin Judice Obituary
BRIDGE CITY - Albin Joseph, “A. J.” Judice, Jr., 80, Bridge City died Sunday April 6, 2008 at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas, Port Arthur surrounded by his family.
He was born on August 30, 1927 in Port Arthur, Texas to Lariza and A. J. “Tabin” Judice, Sr.
He attended Port Arthur schools and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1945. A. J. owned and operated Judice’s French Market in Port Arthur. He lived in Port Arthur his entire life until moving to his beloved Cow Bayou in Bridge City in 1976. A. J. enjoyed promoting any and all Cajun related activities in the local community and happily traveled spreading the Cajun culture. He was appointed Crawfish Racing Commissioner by Texas Govenor Preston Smith.
He is survived by his wife of sixty years, Lois Bourgeois Judice and five children; Larry and Brenda Judice of Bridge City, Debbie and Paul Roy of Bridge City, Al and Michelle Judice of Bridge City, Kevin and Susan Judice of Kingsland, Texas, Karen and Mark Eddingston of Nederland, fifteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his parents, A. J. “Tabin” Judice and Lariza “Mawmaw” Judice and his sister, Tillie Mulholland.
He will lie in state on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 from 8 A.M. until 8 P.M. with the family to receive friends beginning at 5 P.M at Clayton Thompson Funeral Home in Groves. A vigil service will be held at 7 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Father Jim McClintock will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens under the direction of Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City or Bridge City Orangefield Ministerial Alliance, 200 West Roundbunch Road, Bridge City or Odyssey Health Care in Beaumont.
Thank you to the ICU and third floor staff at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas as well as Odyssey Hospice.
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Ben
May 27, 2021
I’m sure glad AJ was on the radio at ol I for the Cajun music show
He was a real entertainer. All his family should be proud. I didn’t know when he to the great bayou beyond
Just saw his obit because I wanted to mention him to somebody in a text and I never knew how to spell Judice so I asked the google out loud and there he is!!!
One of my favorite quotes of AJ was “thank you Lord, for putting da Cajuns and da crawfish in the same place”
Wish I could meet some of his people. Ben Smith
Ursula Elmore-Smith
April 14, 2008
I will always have great memories of Mr Judice visiting TJ during the pep rallies when I attended TJ in the 80's. Whenever I visit home, the store on 7th street is one of the first places I stop for my boudain. As a girl growing up in PT Arthur, we rode our bikes to the grocery store and he would always greet everyone. He was definitely a part of my creole culture growning up in Port Arthur.
Frank & Darlene Feurtado
April 13, 2008
To the Judice Family:
It was such a wonderful pleasure getting together with the family after so many years. AJ was indeed the most remarkable and unforgetable individual we have had the pleasure knowing. Our families developed a friendship that was unique in so many ways. He filled all our lives with fun and laughter and made us all feel so important. I shall never forget the trips we made together, especially the one to Utila by private plane ............. Not enough space availble for details, but the family has shared the stories many time.
Thanks for making us a part of your lives. AJ's memories will live on.
May your hearts be blessed by the memories of this wonderful and unforgetable individual.
Al & Michelle, thanks so much for your generous hospitality
With love and prayers,
craig bourgeois
April 11, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. Aunt Lois & Family I'm so sorry to hear of Uncle A J's passing,my deepest sympathy to you all.It was great getting to spend some time with A J & everyone this past summer and remembering old times.
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David Judice
April 10, 2008
Mr, AJ will surely be missed. Our family was blessed to have know such a wonderful man. Ron J. Judice's family (Loreauville,LA and East Texas)
PORCHIA BARBER
April 10, 2008
JUST SENDING MUCH LOVE TO THE FAMILY.
Amy (Ray) Peter
April 10, 2008
A.J. was the grandfather of a dear friend of mine. I have many fond memories of Papa Judice, including our television debut racing crawfish. He certainly lived life to the fullest- and touched hundreds of hearts along the way. He will be missed. I am sorry for your loss.
Norman VanLaningham
April 10, 2008
This man surely put Port Arthur, Texas on the map and will be greatly missed. He loved his Cajun Culture. His son Larry and I were both in the 82nd Airborne but not at the same time as I am older. My Army time was 1956-1958.
Patti Outlaw
April 10, 2008
I am so sorry for the loss of Mr. Judice. He is such a large part of my memories of living in Port Arthur. He let me play the washboard with the band. Granted I had a couple of beers in me but what fun. He was such a cherished part of the community. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Mr. Judice is playing those chimes in heaven now.
Wayne Lutz
April 9, 2008
Iam so sorry to hear that Mr Judice has passed away. It is a loss to the whole of southeast Texas and to his many friends and family.I am proud to have known him and always held him in the highest of respect.He will be missed by all.
Jim Hanna
April 9, 2008
My sympathy to the Judice Family. God bless you all.
sandra watson
April 9, 2008
A.J. was a one of a kind person that was sent to everyone of us to love,have fun and most of all he never meet a stranger he was the most amazing and generous man I have ever meet.
Teressa Faulk
April 9, 2008
My sympathy to the Judice family. Mr. Judice was a wonderful part of my childhood. I will forever remember the rides he gave Karen and me in the dune buggy. He was always so exciting and fun to be around. Memories kept in my heart.
Bradley and Becky Blanchet
April 9, 2008
Larry, Al, Debbie, From ST.Marys to now, AJ will always be the Boss Cajun of Port Arthur. Deepest condolences
Stephanie Patty (DeCuir)
April 9, 2008
To Lois, Al, Larry, Kevin, Debbie, and Karen: Please accept my condolences on the passing of A.J. The loss right now is very hard; however, in time that hurt will turn into smiles and laughter when you think about A.J. It brings a smile to my face when I picture A.J. arriving at the Pearly Gates, seeing Aunt Larry, Uncle Tabin, Grandma, Pop (Regina and Nixon) and Daddy (Carl) sitting at a table full of food just waiting to sit down and talk with him.
With Love,
Stephanie
charlie holmes
April 9, 2008
What a great and wonderful man Mr. Judice was. Thanks for the great memories I have as a kid (40 years ago +) visiting the store, the wonderful aromas, foods and talking to him. Also many thanks for everything he did for the community. It is amazing at how many folks he touched in those 80 years. He was in the simplist and most important terms "A Good Man". Doesn't get any better than that. Prayer of Thanks.
Thomas L Wells
April 9, 2008
Lois,you and AJ were my second family. I will always remember the good times. Our thoughts are with you and the family.
Love always
Tommy and Peggy Wells
April 9, 2008
To the Judice Family,
So sorry of hear of your loss..he and my dad many years ago everytime they saw each other at Larry's Restaurant they would start talking French and you could see the gleam in both of their eyes...we lost our dad five years ago..so I am sure they have seen each other and are really talking French and remembering the good old days,...as the days go by life will get back to normal but you never forget..but you will have memories that will carry you through each day...and the Sun will shine bright again...Prayers to you and your family.
Wilbur, Sivia and Rodney Benoit
Bridge City, Texas
Nathan E. Boyd
April 9, 2008
I am very sorry to hear about A.J.. He was a very happy and colorful cajun. My sincere condolences to Larry, Al and the rest of the family. Port Arthur has lost one of it's finnest treasures.
J.R.
April 9, 2008
To the Family: God will comfort you at the lost of your love one.Thanks Mr.Judice for all the great things that you did for so many people., so we say to you, we will see you in the morning
Marla Harris
April 9, 2008
My Sympathy to the Judice Family.
Frances Collins
April 8, 2008
Some of my fondest memories are with A.J. and my late brother in law Wade Granger. No matter what A.J. was called on to do if it had value to it he was there. I Loved and appreciated him greatly.
Somehow I knew the last visit I had with him on the bayou a year ago would probably be my last.
Blessings To All The Family
Frances Collins Harris
Thomas Dearbonne
April 8, 2008
Larry and family, our hearts and prayers are with you at this time of need. Know that we are your friends and we will always be here for you. He was such a great man to this area and will be truly missed.
Our love always, The Dearbonne Family.
Nancy Watler
April 8, 2008
A J was just the best. We traded at Judice's on 7th for so long when I was growing up. He will be a special Angel. He visited with my Aunt in the Cayman Islands with his mom years ago. Nancy Watler
Geraldine Holland
April 8, 2008
My Sympathy to the Judice Family
Donald Joseph
April 8, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sandra Naquin-Guest
April 8, 2008
To all the Judice Family
I am so sorry to hear of your loss! AJ was a very special person to everyone he ever talked to. He will be remembered and missed by all. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you.
beth (porter) thompson
April 8, 2008
A J , you will be missed. i'm sure your friends in heaven (jim braud & buddy porter )will be welcoming you with open arms. im sure you will all have another crazy cajun celebration. god bless your family.
Rick Harris
April 8, 2008
Larry, my deepest sympathy to you & your family. Your Dad made such a tremendous impact to the entire area. My prayers are with you & your family.
Wanda Thibodeaux
April 8, 2008
To all family members, just know A. J. is continuing his BON'TON ROU'LE with all the earthly friends past, & will be there to greet you one day, "eh com eh sa va shan"where ya been. My husband ,de'"Coon," (Elks lodge Bmt.) is probably getting a Crawfish race started by A. J right now in Heaven.All of us have lost a great friend
Lillie Henderson
April 8, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. A,J. was a joy to be around. I especially enjoyed him performing with local bands. You are in my prayers. Lilie Henderson
Marty Baldwin
April 8, 2008
Even though I didn't personally know Mr. Judice, everyone that is from the area, knows of the entire Judice family. My thoughts and prayers are with you! I am currently working in Iraq, but I check the Beaumont Enterprise everyday, to keep up with all of the hometown news. A. J. will certainly be missed by all that knew him or knew of him. He is an Icon of the Cajun Lands. May God be with you all, at this time of loss.
Ken Hatch
April 8, 2008
Although I did not know your loved one long, I am so grateful that I had the privilege of meeting him during his brief stay at Post Oak. He always had a smile, and was a joy to around. May God filll your hearts and homes with peace, comfort, and strength. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Dr. Ken Hatch
Alfred and Girthy Prejean
April 8, 2008
Lois and family,
We were so sorry to hear about A.J.
He will be missed by all. Be assured
that our prayers are with you.
Girthy and Al
Troy Premeaux
April 8, 2008
One of the nicest people you would ever want to meet, I hope in heaven
he is cooking for everyone who proceeded him in life. "What great food they will have to eat"
The Premeaux's
Nederland and Houston, Texas
Becky Thomas
April 8, 2008
Dear Family of A.J.,
Please know our heart felt sympathy and prayers are with you.
I will never forget my childhood memories of the walks to the market on 7th St. with my Papa (my grandfather, Jack Comfort) on Saturday mornings. What a treat, the aroma would make a full stomach hungry. The atmosphere made me feel like I was in Abbyville.
His smile and thick cajun accent wrapped around you and made you feel welcome.
With a quick reminder, "Jack & Chloe Comfort, Katie Lou Comfort Baker & Mel." He knew you & your family, where ever he saw you.
He will be missed by all he touched.
Becky Baker Thomas
KATHERINE NORRIS
April 8, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
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