Ellen “Gail” Smith Wright Badeaux
Ellen “Gail” Smith Wright Badeaux, 56, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 6, 2016, in Beaumont, Texas, surrounded by her family.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, June 9, 2016, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Lynn Ashcraft. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Orange, Texas, on February 13, 1960, she was the daughter of Billy and Johnnie Smith. Gail enjoyed volunteering and especially loved cooking. She most recently attended St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange and was a former member of North Orange Baptist Church. She worked for West Orange Cove CISD for 21 years. She loved spending time with her family and will be greatly missed.
She is survived by her parents; husband, John Badeaux; her daughter, Rachel (Wright) Roy and husband Garrett, of Port Neches, Texas; sister, Debbie Stephenson, of Orange; brother, Russell Smith and wife Lana, of Orange; her extended sister, Kathy McCord and husband Tim, also of Orange; and her grandchildren, Brooklyn Roy and soon to be Brady Roy.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association at P.O. Box 11454 Alexandria, VA 22312 or to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer at 111 Presidential Blvd. Suite 203, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004.
Serving as pallbearers will be Michael Smith, Lance Fitts, Dustin Tilley, Coleman Jackson, Tim McCord, Jason Roy, and Marty Wright.
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June 8, 2016
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June 8, 2016
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Jennifer Russell
June 8, 2016
I worked with Gail for the last 7 years. She was a great lady who would do anything for anyone. She will be missed dearly. We love and miss you Gail. Once a Mustang, always a Mustang!
Dana Roberts
June 8, 2016
Gail & I became friend's during our twenties. I was a bridesmaid at her wedding in the 80's. Lots of great memories & fun times together. We would see each other in Walmart or at her school and talk for hours about our family or old times. Prayers & love for her precious family.
Joy B. Clark
June 8, 2016
I went to School with Gail and she was one of the most Beatuiful and friendliest I have ever known. I am certain she has a place among the Angels for she was on on this earth. My prayers are with you all.
Crystal Thomas
June 8, 2016
My condolences to the family. Gail was a sweet person and I know she will be missed dearly. Keeping you all in my prayers.....Crystal Thomas
Clara Booker
June 8, 2016
Rest in peace Gail, We will miss you - Co-worker, Clara Booker
Claybar Funeral Home
June 8, 2016
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June 7, 2016
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Paula Wright
June 7, 2016
Gail-e-o. Rest peacefully sweet friend. -Paula Wright
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June 7, 2016
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