Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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YOGI SAYS “IT AIN’T OVER TILL IT’S OVER” First let me congratulate the winners in the Primary Elections. Those with opponints and those without. After the smoke cleared we ended up with one runoff race in District 21. Our state representative Dave Phelan, who also is speaker of the house, one of the three most powerful offices in state government, finds himself in a runoff with David Covey. Covey, a political unkown from Mauriceville chosen by Attorney Gen. Paxton and Lt. Gov...
ELECTION MOSTLY GOP PRIMARY Every election I run my traps trying to get a read that I can make predictions on. That didn’t happen in this election cycle. The best I got was maybe, not probable, but possible, that we could end up with three races in run-offs. The state representative race, sheriff’s and constable races all have been hard fought and for the most part well run campaigns. Going into a race with multiple candidates usually favors the incumbent, but not necessarily...
Jose Alberto de la Puente, 78, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 5, 2024, at home. A Memorial gathering will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Veracruz, Mexico, on March 20, 1945, he was the son of Jose Carlos de la Puente and Leonor Riveron de la Puente. Alberto was a Naval Architect and Mechanical Engineer with three master’s degrees. He was a brilliant individual who had a passion for his work a...
Here are five things happening around your state: 1. TEA announces opening of Texas Student Heroes Award nominations This month, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) announced that nominations for the annual Student Heroes program are open. The program recognizes Texas public school students in prekindergarten through high school who do an outstanding volunteer service that benefits their fellow students, schools, or communities. One student from each of the 15 State Board of...
David Earl Sasser, 80, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 25, 2024, at The medical Center in Port Arthur. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. Born in Lufkin, Texas, on April 18, 1943, he was the son of Earl Franklin Sasser and Laure Clara Davidson Sasser. David served for many years in the United States Air Force before working as an engineer, a career he loved immensely. He also had a passion for travelling to places like Thailand and Malaysia....
L.J. Sonier, 89, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 27, 2024, at home. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 1, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend David Millner. Burial will follow at Big Wood Cemetery in Vinton, Louisiana. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 1, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Vinton, Louisiana, on July 11, 1935, he was the son of Vores Sonier and...
WHY PHELAN SHOULD BE SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE One of the three most powerful political positions in Texas is on the line. It is more important to House District 21, in Southeast Texas because that is the district the powerful Speaker of the House of Representatives is from. It is the first time in Southeast Texas history that our little part of Texas has had such a strong hand in the governing of Texas. Speaker Dade Phelan is a true southeast Texan; his roots are deep in the...
Jules “Penny” Carpenter, 81, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 25, 2024, at The Medical Center in Port Arthur, Texas. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at Winfree Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Larry Haynes. Burial will follow at Parish Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at Winfree Baptist Church in Orange. Born in Des Allemands, Louisiana, on Aug...
Barbara Jeff Wilburn, 83, of Orange, passed away on February 19, 2024, at her home in Orange. Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Saturday, February 24, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Jay Thomas and her brother, Reverend Gordon Vaughn. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 9:00 am, Saturday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Barbara was born in Center, Texas, on April 23, 1940, she was the daughter of...
Chelsie Dawn Murty, 46, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on February 16, 2024, at her home in Bridge City. A memorial service will be held 6:00 p.m., Friday, February 23, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Friday, February 23, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, on November 15, 1977, she was the daughter of Jerry Tanner and Michelle Weir Mutch. She had a passion for cooking and loved prepar...
After nearly 50 years, justice was finally served for the family of Orange Police Officer Danny Gray who was killed in the line of duty. Billy Wayne Dowden died in prison on February 1. He has remained in prison after pleading guilty of capital murder charges for the June 28th, 1974 death of Captain Danny Gray, 31, of the Orange Police Department. "No more parole parole board hearings and my mother and sister no longer have to relive the trauma brought by this man," said...
Jan Eland, 67, of Bridge City, passed away on February 13, 2024, at home. Although the family appreciates the kindness and sympathy of friends and loved ones, they kindly request privacy during this difficult time. Cremation will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. In lieu of flowers and other expressions of sympathy, please make a donation to The Humane Society at 2050 Spindletop Ave, Beaumont, TX 77705....
Robert Scott Tankersley, 62, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 31, 2024, at home. Born in Houston, Texas, on April 3, 1961, he was the son of Henry Tankersley and Mary (Hebert) Tankersley Granger. Robert was a jack of all trades; he was an ironworker, construction worker, and a metal worker. He became the owner of a metal building company which he shared with his wife. Robert was a great father and a loving husband. He always worked hard for his family and made...
Bram G. Reed, 76, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 13, 2024, at St. Elizabeth in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m., Monday, February 19, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon Melvin Payne. Visitation will begin prior at 3:00 p.m., Monday, February 19, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Trenton, New Jersey, on June 24, 1947, she was the daughter of James Gorman and Hazel (Margerum) Gorman. Bram...
Oda “Odie” Churchill Bell, 89, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 13, 2024, at Stonewood Senior Living in Orange. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 19, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Father Michael Strother. Burial will follow at Granger Cemetery – Duncan Woods. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 12:00 p.m., Monday, February 19, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Washi...
Pauline “Polly” Mazzola Albright, 93, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 12, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 16, 2024, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Antony Paulose. Burial will follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 9:00 a.m., with a Rosary at 10:00 a.m., Friday, February 16, 2024, at St....
BIDEN INNOCENT—VICTIM OF CHEAP SHOT The fact that President Joe Biden is a senior citizen is not going to go away. The world is full of successful senior citizens and the president is one of them. Accomplishments in his first term in office are remarkable, and yes, people accuse him of being a senior citizen in that campaign. Through his many years of service, along with getting older, he gained the knowledge that has made him the most experienced and knowledgeable person o...
Phyllis M. Hebert, 63, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 6, 2024, at home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 10, 2024, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Benjamin Vesuwe. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, February 9, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Picayune, Mississippi, on September 3, 1960, she was the daughter of Dewie Joseph Meyers and Josephine Elvie...
Oma “Lynn” Richard, 80, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 8, 2024, at St. Elizabeth. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Antony Paulose. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, February 12, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m., with Deacon Melvin Payne off...
Cressy Lynn McCauley passed away on February 4, 2024, at the age of 63. He was born on April 23, 1960, in Orange, Texas to his loving parents Wayne McCauley and Glenda McCauley. Cressy was a man who truly embraced life. He had a passion for the outdoors and found solace in hunting, fishing, and spending time surrounded by nature. His love for the open air was matched only by his joy in working in his garage, where he could tinker and create with his hands. Cressy's favorite...
Linda Faye Bray, 77, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2024, at Focus Care. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Doug Bray. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Delcambre, Louisiana, on December 27, 1947, she was the...
Jerry Andra Griggs, 58, of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital. A memorial service will be held at11:00 a.m., Monday, February 12. 2024, at Calvary Baptist Church in Deweyville, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend John Fortenberry. Born in Houston, Texas, on December 14, 1965, he was the son of Willard Griggs and Theah Bean (Davidson). Jerry embraced every moment with his trademark sense of humor and an infectious smile that could...
Robert “Bob” Jacob Peterson, 77, walked through the gates of Heaven rejoicing Feb 3, 2024, with his wife and girls by his side. His mind and body were restored as our Heavenly Father welcomed him into His Kingdom. Bob was born and raised in Orange, TX to the late Doug and Jewis (Bass) Peterson on November 29, 1946. After graduating high school, Bob attended college at The University of Texas where he earned his Bachelor’s degree and became an avid lifelong Longhorn fan. He lat...
A BORDER SECURITY BILL WORTH PASSING The Senate bill has reforms Trump never came close to getting. Despite weeks working with Democrats to shape a compromise on illegal migration that also bolsters national security threats, the Trump-dominated GOP intends to do nothing until Election Day. Do Republicans want to better secure the U.S. border, or do they want to keep what has become an open sore festering for another year as an election issue? That’s the choice presented to C...
David Earl Mayes, 60, of Urania, Louisiana, recently relocated to Beaumont, Texas to be cared for by family, passed away on January 26, 2024, at home. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Faith Baptist Church in Vidor. Officiating will be Pastor Joe Reed. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on June 4, 1963, he was the son of Carroll Mayes and Estelle Kate (Lightfoot) Daenen. David was known for his very sweet and loving nature, always displaying kindness towards others. His family often...
