Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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Maxie Harold Neely, Sr., 86, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on February 1, 2024, peacefully at home. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, February 5, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Bridge City. A private burial will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Monday, February 5, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Bridge City. Born in Merryville, Louisiana, on August 9, 1937, he was the son of Walter Jake...
One hundred and eighty-five years ago this month, the Republic of Texas passed a piece of legislation that set the framework for education funding to this day. On January 26, 1839, a bill passed that set aside land for public schools in Texas and two public universities. It fulfilled the vision President Mirabeau Lamar had for a public education system endowed by public lands in the state. Though not immediately successful, the program had lasting impacts and earned Lamar the...
DEALING WITH COVID For over three years Roy had been very cautious to not be in contact with COVID. He quit going to the office and avoided being around people. He and his family knew that because of existing health problems it would be nearly impossible to overcome a battle with COVID. He and Phyl didn’t take any chances. They took all the shots, all but the last booster shot. They had let their guard down somewhat and didn’t wear their mask while doing doctor’s visits. They...
Christian Garcia, 51, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on January 22, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. Born in Dawson County, Texas, on January 13, 1973, he was the son of Tony Hernandez and Mary Louise Hernandez. Christian had a special talent for doing Scooby Doo impressions, which never failed to make everyone laugh. He also had a green thumb and possessed an undeniable love for nature. He found great solace in gardening and nurturing plants. In the kitchen, Christian...
Ruby Jean Wimberley, 87, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 24, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas. Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 1, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Visitation will be from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM., then a vigil from 1:00 PM to 1:40 PM, and a Rosary from 1:40 PM to 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 1, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Texarkana, Arkansas, on November 14, 1936; her mother was Jeanette E. Reynolds Mozingo...
Geraldine “Jerry” Buxton Reedy, a former longtime resident of Orange, died Wednesday, January 24, 2024, in Arvada, Colorado. She had been a resident of Arvada for the last seven years. Born in Starks, Louisiana on January 21, 1927, Jerry was the daughter of Haston Buxton and Georgiana (Doiron) Buxton and was a graduate of Starks High School. In 1945, Jerry moved to Orange where on June 5, 1951, she married Thomas Wilson Reedy. She was a homemaker and member of First Uni...
COURT SAYS TEXAS CAN'T BLOCK FEDERAL AGENTS The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday ordered Texas to allow federal border agents access to the state's border with Mexico, where Texas officials have deployed miles of concertina wire. The order for now, effectively upholds longstanding court rulings that the Constitution gives the federal government sole responsibility for border security. In recent weeks, Shelby Park in Eagle Pass has become the center of a standoff between Texas and...
Jeannie Marie Lobb, 75, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 15, 2024, in Clear Lake, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Harland Strother of Cowboy Church in Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 9:00 a.m., Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Edgerly, Louisiana, on April 17, 1948, she was the daughter of John...
Cedric Stout, 102 years old, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 17, 2024, peacefully at home. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Father Ernie Carpio. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Leonville, Louisiana, on November 7, 1921, he was...
James Darrell Royer, 76, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 14, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. Born in Church Point, Louisiana, on March 14, 1942, he was the son of Adolph Royer and Genevieve (Foux) Royer. Throughout his career, Darrell served as a security guard for Patriots Security. His commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of others was commendable. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Darrell was known for his warm and affectionate nature. He...
Landon Joseph Delahoussaye, 18, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 16, 2024, at home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. A Rosary will begin prior to the service at 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, with a visitation starting at 12:30 p.m. In cherished memory of Landon Joseph Delahoussaye, a bright soul who left us too soon. He came into the world...
Peggy Ann Harrison, 84 of Orange passed away on January 18, 2024 by loved ones. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday January 22, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at St. Francis Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Sinclair Oubre. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Born in Rowena Tx, on May 20, 1939, she was the daughter of Ervin...
Away from the body… at home with our Lord. Robert Joseph Crew, age 93, passed away on January 16, 2024. He was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and friend. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Bobby was born October 16th to Irma and Henry Crew in Orange Texas where he lived and worked his entire life. He graduated from Lutcher Stark High School where he excelled at basketball. Bobby married his high school sweetheart, J...
A.G. PAXTON CAMPAIGNS AGAINST SPEAKER DADE PHELAN IN HIS S.E.T. DISTRICT Attorney General Ken Paxton ramped up his political revenge tour following his impeachment last year with a visit to the district of House Speaker Dade Phelan. Paxton spent the day in southeast Texas campaigning with David Covey, a GOP activist from the Mauriceville area, who is challenging Phelan in the March primary. The Phelan-led House, including most Republicans, impeached Paxton in May on abuse-of-p...
Robert (Bob, Bobby) was survived by his daughter, Rachel Green her husband Adam, his beloved Grandson, Braylon and Sister, Maryann Hrncir. Along with his Niece Mandhi Scott, her husband Kyle, and their children Elijah and Trinity. Also, his church family, including his best friends, Bobby, Billy, David and Roland, along with Pastor Keith who led his congregation at First Baptist Church of Bridge City. Having been born in Joliet, Illinois and growing up in Texas, how can we tel...
Thomas Michael Brennan, 75, of Zwolle, Louisiana, passed away on January 5, 2024, in Baytown, Texas. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on January 26, 1948, he was the son of Thomas Francis Brennan and Vera Imogene Harris Brennan. Thomas worked at Dupont as a microbiologist for many years. In 1999, he won the Dupont Award. Thomas had many hobbies outside of work that kept him busy. One could often find him pursuing his favorite pastime – fishing. His love for boating went hand in h...
Dorothy Ann Guilhas, 85, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 10, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by her family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, January 15, 2024, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Father Ernie Carpio. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m., Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home...
Richard Dale “Bubba” Cheatwood, Jr., 41, of Deweyville, Texas, passed away on January 6, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 13. 2024, at First Baptist Church in Deweyville. Officiating will be Reverend Damon Bickham and Reverend John Fortenberry. Burial will follow at Deweyville Cemetery in Deweyville. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 13, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Deweyville. Born in Ora...
Gary Keith Fontenot, 70, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 10, 2024, peacefully at home. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 12, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Keith Royal, Cap Hollier, and Rick Trahan. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 12:00 p.m., Friday, January 12, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on May 22, 1953, he was the son of Cliff Joseph and...
DEMOCRACY ON NOVEMBER 2024 BALLOT The nation faces an unprecedented threat to our democracy that thousands of young men and women gave their lives to protect. Former president Donald J. Trump, a pathological liar is actively plotting to overthrow American democracy. He makes no secret of it and his desire to be a dictator. He calls the free press the “enemy of the people.” He advocates discarding lawful ballots. Remember Hitler did not come to power in a coup. Remember Tru...
Sylvia Ruth McNamara Lanning, age 86, passed into the arms of Jesus from her home in Spring, Texas on Friday, January 5, 2024. Born April 28, 1937, in Orange, Texas, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Stephen Lilly. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00...
Alfred Lavail Perkins, 76, of Orange, passed away on January 5, 2024, peacefully at home. Born in DeQuincy, Louisiana, on September 11, 1947, he was the son of Willard Perkins and Stella Mae (Verdine) Perkins. Alfred began his career as an insulator and dedicated many years to honing his craft. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Alfred's true legacy lies in the love he shared with his family. He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife Katie and a caring father to...
Patricia Ann Hudson passed away peacefully at her home in Orange on December 23, 2023. She was born on December 30, 1935, to parents Leander Chauffepied and Grace Miller Linder. Patricia led a fulfilling life dedicated to her family and community. In addition to being a devoted mother and homemaker, she also ran a daycare and worked for her church for many years. She was a very charitable person who donated to several charities. Patricia is preceded in death by her parents,...
Clifton Lavon Dorsey, Sr. of Bridge City, Texas passed from this life into the portals of heaven, December 31, 2023. He was born to Amos Leonard Dorsey and Vira Parrish Dorsey in East Texas, October 10, 1933. Known as “Bill” to family and friends, he was preceded in death by his parents A. L. and Vira Dorsey, stepmother, Lula Simmons Dorsey and by the love of his life, Moyse Sellers Dorsey. She passed just nine months prior to his death. He is survived by two sons, Clifton Lav...
Brandon D. Willingham died on January 3rd, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He was known for his practical jokes and funny disposition. He suffered a lifetime of diabetes and later in life kidney failure. Brandon was born in Sheffield, Alabama in 1964. He shared an adventurous life with his friends, never failing a dare and never backing down from leading the "boys" to do more. He met the love of his life Denise, in 1989, and never looked back. They shared 2...