Carolyn Jean Melnar Rokyta, age 78, of Port Lavaca, TX, passed away on September 25, 2023. She was born on September 14, 1945, in Hallettsville, TX. Carolyn was a very loving and kind-hearted person who cherished her family deeply. She took great pride in her grandchildren and their accomplishments.
Carolyn is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years, Larry Rokyta, her daughter Darlene Baker (Jack), and her son Brian Rokyta (Stephanie). She was also a cherished grandmother to Laura Ventling, Braxton Rokyta, Brinklee Rokyta, Slayde Rokyta, and Stone Rokyta. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Victor and Viola Krizak Melnar, and her brother, Larry Melnar.
Carolyn attended Bila Hora Community School for her primary education and graduated from Hallettsville High School Class of 1963. She furthered her education at Baldwin Business College, graduating in 1964.
After completing her education, Carolyn began her career at an office in Houston. However, after marrying the love of her life on October 14, 1967, she went to work for Rexco in Port Lavaca until the birth of her daughter in 1973. In 1989, she went back to work for TSI Laboratories at Formosa Plastics and then later in Victoria. She then proceeded to go to work for Norwest Bank which turned into Wells Fargo Dealer Finance until the age of 65.
Carolyn had a passion for watching the world-champion Houston Astros, solving crossword puzzles, and keeping up with her family on Facebook. She found joy in these hobbies and they brought her much happiness throughout her life.
Carolyn was a member of Six Mile Presbyterian Church, where she served as an elder. Her faith was an important part of her life, and she found solace and strength in her religious community.
Services held to honor Carolyn’s life are as follows: Visitation will be held Thursday, September 28, 2023, from 5-7 p.m. at Richardson-Colonial Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Friday, September 29, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church with Pastor Bruce Goodlock officiating. Interment will follow in Six Mile Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Six Mile Presbyterian Church and Six Mile Cemetery Association in Carolyn’s memory.
Carolyn Jean Rokyta will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her legacy of love and kindness will continue to inspire those whose lives she touched.
