Mary Helen Linscomb

Mary Helen Linscomb, 91, a devout Christian and beloved family matriarch, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2026, at Silsbee Oaks Healthcare in Silsbee, Texas.

Mary Helen was born on March 19, 1935, in Port Arthur, Texas, to her loving parents Hulda (Kasper) and Tony Canton. She lived and grew up in Port Arthur, Texas, marrying the love of her life, Larry Linscomb. Mary Helen’s life was a testament to her faith and her deep love for her family and the Lord.

Mary Helen was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Her husband, daughter, and granddaughter were the absolute joys of her life. While living in Port Arthur, she was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church serving in the choir and as a Sunday School Teacher. Once retired, Larry and Mary Helen moved to their beloved farm in Buna, Texas and enjoyed the quiet tranquility of farm life. She adored tending to her flowers and gardening, and was always so proud to share the fruits of her labor with family and friends. During their retired years, she served the Lord at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jasper, Texas.

Family was the cornerstone of Mary Helen’s life. She cherished family gatherings and was considered the lifeline of her family, offering unwavering support to all who sought her advice. Mary Helen will always be remembered for her gentle kindness and sincere thoughtfulness to everyone she met.

Mary Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Tony and Hulda Canton; her spouse, Larry James Linscomb; and her siblings, A.J. Canton, Florence Polite, and Dorothy Haws. She is survived by her daughter, Carla Rials; and her granddaughter, Ashley Causey and husband, Brent.

A visitation will be held on November 7, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Clayton Thompson Funeral Home, 5200 West Parkway Drive, Groves, Texas, followed by a funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Graveside services will take place at Greenlawn Memorial Park.