Maggie Florence Pelham, 80, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on October 17, 2025, in Port Arthur.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 24, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Mark Bunch. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 24, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City.
Born in Samson, Alabama, on July 29, 1945, she was the daughter of Grady Phonso Landingham and Inez Marie Zorn Landingham. Florence was a dedicated member of St. Paul United Methodist Church, where she found both fellowship and purpose. After a fulfilling career as a cosmetologist, she retired in 1997, having owned and operated Florence's Beauty Shop. With a personality described as feisty, Florence was known for her kindness and sweetness, always coupled with a delightful touch of sass. Her ability to connect with others made it a joy to be around her, and she had a unique way of advocating for everyone she met, both people and animals alike. Her compassion extended into her love for her pets, and the joy she found in her garden reflected her nurturing spirit. Florence was also a woman of many artistic talents. She loved music, often entertaining loved ones on her piano, and found creative expression through her painting. Florence Pelham will be remembered not only for her contributions to her craft and community but also for the love she spread to every corner of her life. Her feisty spirit, unwavering kindness, and creative talent will leave a lasting imprint on the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Grady and Inez Landingham; her loving husband, Maxwell Pelham; her brother, George Landingham; and her sister, Annette Cooper.
She is survived by her daughters, Stephanie Pelham and husband, Barry Foster, and Marsha Pelham; her grandchild, Kayla Kristine Foster; her brothers, Gerald Landingham, and Norman Landingham; and numerous other loving nieces, nephews, family members, and friends.