Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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THE LISTA’S GREAT FIRE LOSS We were sad to learn that fire had destroyed Pete and Lori Lista’s home last Wednesday. The house was located on Ollie Road in Orangefield. The call came to the fire department about 3:00 a.m. We understand Lori was at the beach in their R.V. Pete was home alone. Thank God he was awakened by a smoke alarm and was able to get out. Makes me wonder why unlucky or bad things happen to good people. Pete and Lori are the salt-of-the-earth folks who are...
J. Merritt Ayers, 89, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 13, 2023, surrounded by loved ones in Orange, Texas. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Lynn Ashcraft. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Duncan, Oklahoma, on...
David “Pipaw” McPherson, 59, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 12, 2023, in Beaumont, Texas. A celebration of life will be held at 4:00 pm., Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Ronnie and Kathy’s home: 4800 Candlewick Dr. Orange, Texas 77630. Born in Orange, Texas, on August 1, 1964, he was the son of Fenton McPherson and Betty (Fontenot) McPherson. David always did his best to live his life to the fullest. He had a huge bucket list and worked hard to enjoy his time on this ea...
Hayden “Tank” Moore, 17, of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away on August 11, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Kevin Brown, of First Baptist Church in Mauriceville. Burial will follow the service at Wilkinson Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, August 18, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on Mar...
Gary Dean Phillips Sr., 75, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 11th, 2023, at home surrounded by his family after a 7-month battle with cancer. Gary was born on January 21st, 1948, in Norman, Oklahoma, and later moved to Texas with his mother. After graduating from Allen Military Academy, Gary enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1966. An injury resulted in his honorable discharge from the Marines that same year. Gary worked as an underwater welder in the Livings...
Terry Columbus Jacobs, Jr., 88 of Orange, Texas passed away on August 11, 2023, in Orange, Texas. Funeral services will be at 10 AM on Friday, August 18, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be his grandsons, Reverend Jeremy Jacobs and Reverend Timothy Jacobs. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5-8 PM on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Poplarville, Mississippi on January 1,...
Edna Ruth Green, age 86, of Deweyville, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, in Beaumont, Texas. Graveside services, under the care of Dorman Funeral Home, will be held at 10:00 AM, on Monday, August 14, 2023, at Trout Creek Cemetery; Bro. Damon Bickham officiating Ruth was born on March 20, 1937, in Belgrade, Texas, to Edna (Cochran) and Amidee Woodard. She enjoyed traveling and spur of the moment road trips with Buddy, he would tell her let’s take a ride. She e...
Carroll Wayne Durio, 80, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 7, 2023, at his home in Orange, Texas. Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m., Friday, August 11, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Father Antony Paulose. Burial will follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Friday, August 11, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on February 26, 1943, he was the son of Maxie...
Debbie Denmon, 71, of West Orange, Texas, passed away on August 7, 2023, at her home. Born in Orange, Texas, on December 5, 1951, she was the daughter of Claude Bell and Betty J. (Phillips) Bell. Debbie was the owner and operator of Bell Air Service in Orange, Texas. She was a very determined woman and was known for her ability to fix anything with duct tape. Debbie was very artistic, loved music, and treasured every peaceful day. More than anything, she loved spending time...
Colton Jay Hussey and Corbin Joseph Hussey, passed peacefully on August 8, 2023. A memorial service in their honor will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Richard Dougharty. Visitation will be held prior to the serving beginning at 10:00 a.m. Colton and Corbin were born in Houston, Texas, on August 7, 2023. During their short time here on Earth they touched many lives and were loved deeply by t...
DROUGHT AFFECTING EVEN LARGE TREES Temperatures continue to hold around 100 degrees. It has been over 30 days since any measurable rain has fallen and the outlook is not good, maybe 10 percent next week. My guess is that the water table has really dropped and that is affecting larger trees that require lots of water. I’ve seen limbs starting to die. We have lost several limbs in our camphor trees and the oak trees are showing stress. There has been no time in my life that w...
Norma Jean “Jeanie” Norwood, 80, of Orange, Texas, died Friday, August 4, 2023, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. Born in Orange, Texas, on September 10, 1942, Jeanie was the daughter of Norman and Audrey Ellen (Ousley) Stephenson. She was a very loving woman who cared deeply for her family and friends. She will be remembered by all who knew her for her determination and strong willpower to accomplish anything she set her mind to. She was preceded in death by her parents; sis...
Constance Amelia Thrailkille Free, 89, of Orange, Tx, passed away on 7/30/2023 at 12:34, at St. Davids in Austin, Texas. In lieu of traditional Funeral services, we will be celebrating her life at 3 pm on August 4, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Tx. There will be snow cones and confetti. Bring your best whacky sunglasses and a silly hat. Born in Orange, Tx, on January 6, 1934, she was the daughter of William Thrailkille and Ruby Hinch. She was a lifelong performer...
Rose Marie Russell, of Orange Texas, was born on June, 28, 1943 in Lafayette, La. She peacefully transitioned from this earth at home surrounded by loved ones on July, 31, 2023 after a long battle with dementia. She had unwavering love for her family, especially her grandchildren, which she adored. Rose was an avid sports fan, and particularly loved the Dallas Cowboys and LCM Battlin’ Bears. She enjoyed spending time at the beach, cruising around the world, and going d...
Frances Ellen Ming, 90, of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away on July 31, 2023, in Liberty, Texas. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, August 4, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Pastor Kevin Brown of First Baptist Church of Mauriceville. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will take place prior to the service at 9:00 a.m., Friday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Shelbyville,...
EXTREME HEAT AND DROUGHT CONTINUES Never in my lifetime would I have believed we would see so many consecutive days at 99 degrees and above. We have had more 100 degree days in the last couple of weeks than we have had in the last few years. Today, Tuesday, at 3:15 p.m., our backyard temperature is 102 degrees. With no rain in sight everything is burning up. It’s hard to keep enough water on the plants. Our garden is gone but we still have a little hope for okra. This r...
Summer is in full swing, but back to school is right around the corner. Be sure to stay cool during these hot Texas days! Here are five things happening around your state: 1. Property tax relief measures passed, signed by Governor Abbott This month, the Texas Senate and House of Representatives came together and made a deal to deliver property tax relief to homeowners across the state. The $18 billion package is the largest tax cut in Texas history. Senate Bill 2, by Senator P...
Mildred Hebert Bozeman, 93, of Orange, Texas passed peacefully on July 27, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, August 4, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverends Larry Haynes and Keith Giblin. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 9:30 a.m., Friday, August 4, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on December 15, 1929, she was the...
Marion Doralla (Fuller) Tuttle, 63, of Orange, Texas, passed away on July 18, 2023, in Port Arthur, Texas. Born in Burlington, Vermont, on May 16, 1960, she was the daughter of Robert Raymond Fuller and Sylvia Ella (Smith) Fuller. Marion was an artist who loved painting and drawing and wood carving. Her favorite thing to do was to go on vacations to discover different zoo’s, Marion was a huge lover of animals. She also enjoyed furthering her education. She graduated from L...
Belinda Sue Sharp, 62, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on July 24, 2023, in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 29, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Officiating will be Damon Bickham. Burial will follow at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches, Texas. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, July 28, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 22, 1961, she was the daughter...
David Gareth Purdon, Jr., 76, of Orange passed away on July 25, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. A Memorial Gathering will be 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with Military Honors at 3:30 p.m. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on July 22, 1947, he was the son of David Gareth Purdon, Sr. and Nancy (Allen) Purdon. David proudly served his country in the United States Army from January 25, 1967, to January 24, 1969, fighting in...
Marietta Howington, 93, of Orange, Texas, also known as “Maya” to her grandchildren, family, and friends, passed away July 25, 2023, at Harbor Hospice Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Visitation will be Monday, July 31, 5:00 pm to 8 pm at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Her funeral service will be Tuesday, August 1 at 2:00 pm at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Pastor Josh Fults of First Baptist Church of Orange will officiate. Burial will be Saturday, August 5 at 2:00 pm at Gre...
Cowboy Church of Orange County Arena's first summer Arena Play Day Series was off to a running start with its July 22 series opener. Ground Events included Stick Horse Race, Dummy Roping, and Goat and Calf Scramble. Calf Scramble provided some excitement for the spectators Saturday night, when a calf on the loose exited the arena to roam the church grounds. This Arena Play Day series' age divisions range from Pee Wee to Super Senior (ages 40 and over). Horse Events include Bar...
Stephen Paul Dronnet, 60, of Orange, Texas, passed away on July 23, 2023, at his home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon Melvin Payne of St. Mary Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park in Orange. Visitation will take place prior to the service at 9:00 a.m., Thursday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on April 25, 1963, he was the...
James Lloyd McNeil, 41, of Orange, Texas, passed away on July 8, 2023. A memorial service for James Lloyd McNeil will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 12, 2023, at American Legion in Orange. Born in Marrero, Louisiana, on November 26, 1981, he was the son of James Ruffle McNeil and Denise Ann Plaisance. J ames was employed as a boilermaker and pipefitter for Turner Industries. During his free time, he enjoyed being by his pool, watching football and baseball, and...
