James D. Devillier

James Darrel "Jim" DeVillier, 89, of League City, Texas, passed away November 2, 2026. A Christian and longtime member of Bay Area Church, Jim was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who treasured family above all else.

Born in DeRidder, Louisiana, and raided in San Augustine, Texas, Jim served in the U.S. Navy from 1954 to 1958. He later spent 35 years with Celanese as a process operator and supervisor.

Jim first met the love of his life, Shirley Ann, at church in Corpus Christi while serving in the Navy. They reconnected after his discharge, became engaged on Valentine's Day in 1959, and married July 3, 1959. They raised three sons, settling in League City in 1969.

Jim loved fishing, particularly around Port Aransas aboard his boats, the Trout Coffin and Trout Coffin II. He also enjoyed camping with family and friends, especially at Marina Village on Lake Livingston. Known for his stubbornness, generosity, and straightforward opinions, Jim could fix just about anything, occasionally with a creative "Jimmy-Rigged" solution.

Above all, Jim cherished family gatherings and believed family bonds mattered even when opinions differed. Even in his later years, he found joy in being surrounded by those he loved.

His love for Shirley was especially enduring. Even when Alzheimer's made familiar faces difficult to recognize, he continued asking for his Shirley - a touching reminder that some bonds of love reach beyond memory.

Jim is survived by his beloved wife, Shirley Ann DeVillier; sons and daughters-in-law, Steven and Nikki, Darrel and Kim, and Rodney and Andrea; eight grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren, with two more on the way.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Francis Hartman, and his brother, Sam.

Jim leaves a legacy of love, laughter, family, and memories that will be cherished for generations.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the https://www.alz.org/texas and https://bayarea.church/give/

A Memorial Service will be held at Forest Park East Funeral Home, 21620 Gulf Fwy, Webster, TX 77598, US, on November 15, 2026, from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm.