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  • J.H. Oswalt, 84, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 29, 2023

    J.H. Oswalt, 84, of Orange, Texas, left his worldly home on August 22, 2023. Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m., Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Bobby Edwards. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Jay was born November 26, 1938, in Huxley, Texas to Aaron and Joy Oswalt. Jay and...

  • Alice Marie (Snow) Stephens, 86, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 28, 2023

    Our loving mother and amazing granny, Alice Marie (Snow) Stephens, 86, of Orange, Texas, left this Earth for her Heavenly home on August 21, 2023, in Port Arthur, Texas. We have no doubt that she was met at the gate by the love of her life. Born in Danville, Kentucky on October 6, 1936, she was the daughter of Boyd Snow and Maudie (Johnson) Snow. Alice married Andrew J. Stephens on October 16, 1963. Andrew stole her heart, and she would’ve followed him to the ends of the E...

  • Jimmie Merle McLemore (Roebuck), 85, Crystal Beach

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 24, 2023

    Jimmie Merle McLemore (Roebuck), 85, of Crystal Beach, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home on August 19, 2023. Born in San Augustine County, Texas, on December 18,1938 she was the daughter of Prentis and Winnie Roebuck. She is preceded in death by her parents, Prentis and Winnie Roebuck; her loving husband, Mac; and her sisters, Sally, Mary and Katie. She is survived by her children, Judith Novotny (Jon) and Michael McCall, stepsons Ralph McLemore (Michelle) and Barry...

  • Dr. Leonides "Nene" Ponce Medrano-Hababag, 70, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 22, 2023

    Dr. Leonides “Nene” Ponce Medrano-Hababag, 70, of Orange, passed away on August 12, 2023, after a brief battle with brain cancer at Houston Methodist Hospital. A Mass of Christian Remembrance will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, August 31, 2023, at St. Francis Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Ernie Carpio. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 30, at St. Francis Catholic Church, with a Wake service at 6:30 p.m., followed by a Rosary Ser...

  • Wayne Lee Gordon, Sr., 76, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 21, 2023

    Wayne Lee Gordon, Sr., 76, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 18, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Born in Orange, Texas, on September 30, 1946, he was the son of William Earl Gordon and Jimmie Pearl (Thomas) Gordon. Wayne proudly served in the United States Marine Corp and later went to work as a letter carrier for the Post Office for 28 years. He was a member of the VFW Post 2275, as well a member of the American Legion. Wayne enjoyed playing pool with friends, who call...

  • J. Merritt Ayers, 89, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 15, 2023

    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, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 15, 2023

    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...

  • Cora "Sue" Collins, 88, Bridge City

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 15, 2023

    Cora “Sue” Collins, 88, of Bridge City, Texas, passed peacefully into the glory of Heaven on August 12, 2023, after a nearly 6-week long struggle to recover from numerous complications of a broken hip. She was born in Southside, TN on October 17, 1934, to Hattie Sue Groves Wall and Herman Burney Wall into a large farming family. She was the last surviving of the nine Wall siblings, having been predeceased by three sisters and six brothers, including a baby brother who die...

  • Hayden "Tank" Moore, 17, Mauriceville

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 14, 2023

    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, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 14, 2023

    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, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 14, 2023

    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, 86, Deweyville

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 14, 2023

    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, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 14, 2023

    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, West Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 14, 2023

    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

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 14, 2023

    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...

  • Lithe Mae Kluk, 96, Seabrook

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 14, 2023

    Lithe Mae Kluk, 96, of Seabrook, Texas and former longtime resident of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on August 9, 2023, in Houston, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 12, 2023, at Claybar Kelley - Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont. Burial will follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery in Beaumont. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, at the funeral home. Born in Iota, Louisiana, on April 4, 1927, she was the daughter o...

  • Beverly Elizabeth Ellis, 61, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 14, 2023

    Beverly Elizabeth Ellis passed away August 9, 2023, at Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas, surrounded by her family. A memorial gathering will be from 1:00-4:00 pm Sunday, August 20, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. She was born January 17, 1962, in Valdosta, Georgia. Beverly was a graduate of Little Cypress-Mauriceville class of 1980. She was an avid reader and loved spending time with her grandchildren. She enjoyed watching college football. She was a life long Geor...

  • Jimmie Lee Whitfield, 95, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 14, 2023

    Jimmie Lee Whitfield, 95, of Orange, Texas, passed away, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, August 5, 2023, in Orange, Texas. Services to honor Jimmie will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, August 11, 2023, at Dorman Funeral Home. A visitation of family and friends will be held from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM, prior to services, at Dorman Funeral Home. An additional service will be held at 2:00 PM, on Monday, August 14, 2023, at Scoggins Funeral Home, 637 W Van Alstyne...

  • Kenneth Richard Wernig

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 14, 2023

    Kenneth Richard Wernig, passed away on August 8, 2023 at Collier Park Senior Living in Beaumont, Texas. He was born on March 29, 1946 in St. Louis, Missouri to David and Olivia Wernig. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, his brother Daniel Wernig, and his beloved Aunt Josie. He spent the first 16 years of his life in St. Louis, and then Ken decided to join a monastery. He attended the Carmelite Monastery of St. Joseph's Minor Seminary in Peterborough, New...

  • Norma Jean "Jeanie" Norwood, 80, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 8, 2023

    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, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 7, 2023

    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, 80, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 3, 2023

    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, Mauriceville

    Staff Report|Updated Aug 3, 2023

    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,...

  • Marion Doralla (Fuller) Tuttle, 63, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Jul 31, 2023

    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, Bridge City

    Staff Report|Updated Jul 31, 2023

    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...

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