Steven Dale Poulter, affectionately known as Steve, 71, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on January 8, 2026, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, generosity, and connection that will live on in all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on January 16, 1954, Steve was the son of Joe Dean Poulter and Jean Poulter Hays.
Above all else, Steve loved his family. He was a devoted son, brother, dad, and a proud Pop Pop who found his greatest joy in spending time with those he cherished. You could find him cheering on his two grandchildren from the stands or the sidelines of their soccer games, track or cross country meets, and volleyball games. Playing cards or games with him raised the level of fun because he was a bit competitive. Daily entertainment was always provided through his corny dad jokes.
Steve had a rare gift for getting to know people—he never met a stranger. With an easy smile and genuine interest, he could strike up a conversation with anyone. Though he is no longer with us, the lessons he taught, the laughter he shared, and the love he gave so freely will remain forever in our hearts.
He is preceded in death by his father, Joe Dean Poulter; his mother, Jean Poulter Hays; and his grandparents, Sam and Opal Morgan; and Jack and Della Shelton Poulter.
Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter Christy Cowart and her husband, John of Lumberton; his grandchildren, Eli and Ella Cowart of Lumberton; his brother, Randy Poulter and his wife, Paula; his nephew, Andy Poulter of Port Neches, great niece, Caylin Pinder, her husband, Chase, and their children Cameron, Caroline, and Clement; along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, other family, and friends.
The memorial service will be Friday, January 16, 2026 at 1:30 PM at First Baptist Church Port Neches, 1900 Magnolia Ave, Port Neches, TX 77651.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Roy Esquivel Memorial Scholarship, a fund that Steve was proud to support. FBCPN, 1900 Magnolia Avenue, Port Neches, TX 77651.