Paulette Bellett, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026, in Port Arthur, Texas. She was born on December 7, 1947, in Beaumont, Texas.
Paulette was a longtime member of North Orange Baptist Church. She found immense joy in spending time with her family and cherished having company over. Known for her active spirit, she loved to go places and stay busy, always on the go. A familiar face at the Waffle House, she was known by everyone there for her regular breakfast visits. Professionally, Paulette served as a dedicated branch manager for First Texas Savings.
Paulette is survived by her sons, Jeff Bellett and wife, Page, and Paul Bellett and wife, Rachel. She leaves behind a legacy of love through her grandchildren, Ashli Bellett, Ciara Anderson, Riley Anderson, Brody Bellett and wife, Lauren, and Coy Smart and wife, Lainey. Her great-grandchildren include Bently Byerly, Easton Marks, Wade Shelton, Bryson Brown, Brynlee Bellett, Byler Bellett, Brooks Bellett, Logan Smart, and Tatum Smart. She is also survived by her brother, Keet Goforth; her niece, Emily Siau; and numerous other loving nieces, nephews, family members, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Harding and Alice Goforth; her beloved husband, Rodney Bellett; her grandchild, Hunter Smart; and her nephew, Keet Goforth, Jr.
