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In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones in Orange, Beaumont, Bridge City, TX.

Karen Messer Meaux

Karen Messer Meaux

Jun 9, 2020

Karen Messer Meaux, 69, of Bridge City, passed away on June 9, 2020, in Bridge City. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 15, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. 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., Sunday, June 14, 2020,...

Neisha Michele Hamilton

Neisha Michele Hamilton

Jun 8, 2020

Neisha Michele Hamilton, 51, of Mauriceville, passed away on June 8, 2020, at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 12, 2020, at First Baptist Church in Mauriceville. Officiating will be Kevin Brown. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00...

Harold Winston Gunter

Harold Winston Gunter

Jun 6, 2020

Harold Winston Gunter, 85, of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away on June 6, 2020, in Hemphill, Texas. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Mr. Mike Jones. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 9:00 a.m.,...

Charlene Beverly Etgen

Charlene Beverly Etgen

Jun 5, 2020

Charlene Beverly Etgen, 92, of Beaumont, passed away on June 5, 2020, in Beaumont. Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 10, at Claybar Kelly Watkins Funeral Home, in Beaumont. Officiating will be Van Jordan. Burial will follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery in Beaumont. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 2:00 p.m. at Claybar Kelly...

Bert Lydell Davis

Bert Lydell Davis

Jun 3, 2020

Bert Lydell Davis, age 94, passed away peacefully to his Heavenly home on June 3, 2020. Bert was born in Alexandria, Louisiana on January 8, 1926 to William Clyde Davis, Sr. and Estelle (Duggar) Davis. Bert was raised in Port Acres, Texas, graduating from Stephen F. Austin High School. He joined the U. S. Navy at the age of 18...

John W. Welborn

John W. Welborn

Jun 2, 2020

John W. Welborn, Jr., 84, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 2, 2020, in Port Arthur, Texas. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday, June 5, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Dale Lee of the Cowboy Church of Orange County. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves. Visitation will be...

Winona B. Sanders

Winona B. Sanders

Jun 2, 2020

Winona B. Sanders, 94, of Bridge City, passed away on June 2, 2020, in Groves. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 7, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Ed Rawls of Silver Oaks Baptist Church in Mauriceville. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m., prior...

Catherine Helen Cotten

Catherine Helen Cotten

Jun 2, 2020

Catherine Helen Cotten also lovingly known as “Kitty” went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 after a brief battle with cancer. The funeral service and burial was held at Hollywood Cemetery in McComb, Mississippi on Friday, June 5, 2020 with Fr. Suresh Thirumalareddy of St. James Catholic Church presiding over the service. Born in Wilmington, Delaware...

Myrtis Ella Waguespack

Myrtis Ella Waguespack

Jun 1, 2020

Myrtis Ella Waguespack, 79, of Orange, passed away on June 1, 2020, in Beaumont, Texas. Born in Pasadena, Texas, on November 1, 1940, she was the daughter of George L. Wilkinson and Flora Orene (Elam) Wilkinson. Myrtis was a strong woman of faith. She was an excellent seamstress, perfectionist, and crocheted the most beautiful blankets and ornaments. Myrtis recently finished...

Wayne Miller Iles

Wayne Miller Iles

Jun 1, 2020

Wayne Miller Iles was called to his heavenly home June 1, 2020, after a long-fought battle with multiple myeloma. His faith became sight and he has become whole in His presence. Wayne loved life and enjoyed sharing many happy times with his wife of 51 years, Joye Barron Iles, and his 4 beloved children, Michael Wayne Iles of Orange, Pamela...

David Allen Harmon

David Allen Harmon

Jun 1, 2020

David Allen Harmon, 71, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 1, 2020, at his home in Orange. Born in Orange Texas, on June 15, 1948, he was the son of Carlton Harmon and Opal (Williams) Harmon. David proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He went on to work for his family’s business,...

Michael Stephen Peoples

Michael Stephen Peoples

Jun 1, 2020

Michael Stephen Peoples, 71, of Beaumont, Texas, fell asleep in death on June 1, 2020, with his wife by his side. Born in Ravenna, Ohio, on November 16, 1948, he was the third son of Albert and Alice Peoples. Michael’s greatest joy in life was sharing with others Jehovah God’s promise of a future paradise. He is now peacefully awaiting...

Raymond "Sam" Thomas Henry

Raymond "Sam" Thomas Henry

May 30, 2020

Raymond “Sam” Thomas Henry AKA Shorty, 55, of Orange, passed away on May 30, 2020, in Vidor. Cremation will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home with a memorial gathering to be held at a later date. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 10, 1965, he was the son of Kenneth Lawrence Henry and Clara Frances (Johnson) Breaux....

Preston Joseph Moody

Preston Joseph Moody

May 30, 2020

Preston Joseph Moody, 64, of Orange, passed away on May 30, 2020, in Port Arthur. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 3, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Joseph Daleo. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, with a...

Margie Katherine Barry

Margie Katherine Barry

May 27, 2020

Margie Katherine Barry, passed away on May 27, 2020, in Beaumont, Texas Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 30, 2020, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 7785 Weaver Drive, Beaumont, Texas 77706. Burial will follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery, 13851 US-90, Beaumont, Texas 77713. Born in Pleasant Hill, Louisiana, on August 3, 1939,...

Billy Frank Smith

Billy Frank Smith

May 27, 2020

Billy Frank Smith, 88, of Orange, passed away on May 27, 2020, at his home. Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Sunday, May 31, 2020, at North Orange Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Lynn Ashcraft, Reverend Larry Lormand and Reverend Rusty Dollar. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be prior to the service from...

John Carroll Wilkinson Jr.

John Carroll Wilkinson Jr.

May 27, 2020

John Carroll Wilkinson, Jr., 55, of Orange, passed away on May 27, 2020, at his home. A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, June 1, 2020, at Dorman Cemetery in Orange with burial to follow. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday, June 1, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange,...

Judith "Judy" Louise Hunt

Judith "Judy" Louise Hunt

May 27, 2020

Judith “Judy” Louise Hunt, 77, of Orange, passed away on May 27, 2020, in Beaumont. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 1, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Lynn Ashcraft. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, May 31, 2020, at Claybar...

Christopher "Chris" Joseph Landry

Christopher "Chris" Joseph Landry

May 25, 2020

Christopher “Chris” Joseph Landry, 59, of Vinton, passed away on May 25, 2020 in Lake Charles. A mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 6, 2020, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Vinton. Officiating will be Reverend Carlos Garcia. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 6, 2020, with a rosary at 10:30 a.m.,...

Armani Lynn Smith

Armani Lynn Smith

May 23, 2020

Armani Lynn Smith, passed away on Saturday May 23, 2020 in Galveston. A private graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday June 4, 2020 at Community Cemetery 1995 Gill St, Beaumont, TX 77703. Born in Galveston, Texas, on May 23, 2020, she was the beautiful daughter of LaTonya Wells and Ja’Kyi’ren Smith, Sr. Little sweet Armani Smith received...

Karen Messer Meaux

Karen Messer Meaux

Jun 9, 2020

Karen Messer Meaux, 69, of Bridge City, passed away on June 9, 2020, in Bridge City. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 15, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. 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., Sunday, June 14, 2020,...

Neisha Michele Hamilton

Neisha Michele Hamilton

Jun 8, 2020

Neisha Michele Hamilton, 51, of Mauriceville, passed away on June 8, 2020, at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 12, 2020, at First Baptist Church in Mauriceville. Officiating will be Kevin Brown. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00...

Harold Winston Gunter

Harold Winston Gunter

Jun 6, 2020

Harold Winston Gunter, 85, of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away on June 6, 2020, in Hemphill, Texas. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Mr. Mike Jones. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 9:00 a.m.,...

Charlene Beverly Etgen

Charlene Beverly Etgen

Jun 5, 2020

Charlene Beverly Etgen, 92, of Beaumont, passed away on June 5, 2020, in Beaumont. Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 10, at Claybar Kelly Watkins Funeral Home, in Beaumont. Officiating will be Van Jordan. Burial will follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery in Beaumont. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 2:00 p.m. at Claybar Kelly...

Bert Lydell Davis

Bert Lydell Davis

Jun 3, 2020

Bert Lydell Davis, age 94, passed away peacefully to his Heavenly home on June 3, 2020. Bert was born in Alexandria, Louisiana on January 8, 1926 to William Clyde Davis, Sr. and Estelle (Duggar) Davis. Bert was raised in Port Acres, Texas, graduating from Stephen F. Austin High School. He joined the U. S. Navy at the age of 18...

John W. Welborn

John W. Welborn

Jun 2, 2020

John W. Welborn, Jr., 84, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 2, 2020, in Port Arthur, Texas. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday, June 5, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Dale Lee of the Cowboy Church of Orange County. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves. Visitation will be...

Winona B. Sanders

Winona B. Sanders

Jun 2, 2020

Winona B. Sanders, 94, of Bridge City, passed away on June 2, 2020, in Groves. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 7, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Ed Rawls of Silver Oaks Baptist Church in Mauriceville. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m., prior...

Catherine Helen Cotten

Catherine Helen Cotten

Jun 2, 2020

Catherine Helen Cotten also lovingly known as “Kitty” went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 after a brief battle with cancer. The funeral service and burial was held at Hollywood Cemetery in McComb, Mississippi on Friday, June 5, 2020 with Fr. Suresh Thirumalareddy of St. James Catholic Church presiding over the service. Born in Wilmington, Delaware...

Myrtis Ella Waguespack

Myrtis Ella Waguespack

Jun 1, 2020

Myrtis Ella Waguespack, 79, of Orange, passed away on June 1, 2020, in Beaumont, Texas. Born in Pasadena, Texas, on November 1, 1940, she was the daughter of George L. Wilkinson and Flora Orene (Elam) Wilkinson. Myrtis was a strong woman of faith. She was an excellent seamstress, perfectionist, and crocheted the most beautiful blankets and ornaments. Myrtis recently finished...

Wayne Miller Iles

Wayne Miller Iles

Jun 1, 2020

Wayne Miller Iles was called to his heavenly home June 1, 2020, after a long-fought battle with multiple myeloma. His faith became sight and he has become whole in His presence. Wayne loved life and enjoyed sharing many happy times with his wife of 51 years, Joye Barron Iles, and his 4 beloved children, Michael Wayne Iles of Orange, Pamela...

David Allen Harmon

David Allen Harmon

Jun 1, 2020

David Allen Harmon, 71, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 1, 2020, at his home in Orange. Born in Orange Texas, on June 15, 1948, he was the son of Carlton Harmon and Opal (Williams) Harmon. David proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He went on to work for his family’s business,...

Michael Stephen Peoples

Michael Stephen Peoples

Jun 1, 2020

Michael Stephen Peoples, 71, of Beaumont, Texas, fell asleep in death on June 1, 2020, with his wife by his side. Born in Ravenna, Ohio, on November 16, 1948, he was the third son of Albert and Alice Peoples. Michael’s greatest joy in life was sharing with others Jehovah God’s promise of a future paradise. He is now peacefully awaiting...

Raymond "Sam" Thomas Henry

Raymond "Sam" Thomas Henry

May 30, 2020

Raymond “Sam” Thomas Henry AKA Shorty, 55, of Orange, passed away on May 30, 2020, in Vidor. Cremation will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home with a memorial gathering to be held at a later date. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 10, 1965, he was the son of Kenneth Lawrence Henry and Clara Frances (Johnson) Breaux....

Preston Joseph Moody

Preston Joseph Moody

May 30, 2020

Preston Joseph Moody, 64, of Orange, passed away on May 30, 2020, in Port Arthur. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 3, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Joseph Daleo. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, with a...

Margie Katherine Barry

Margie Katherine Barry

May 27, 2020

Margie Katherine Barry, passed away on May 27, 2020, in Beaumont, Texas Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 30, 2020, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 7785 Weaver Drive, Beaumont, Texas 77706. Burial will follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery, 13851 US-90, Beaumont, Texas 77713. Born in Pleasant Hill, Louisiana, on August 3, 1939,...

Billy Frank Smith

Billy Frank Smith

May 27, 2020

Billy Frank Smith, 88, of Orange, passed away on May 27, 2020, at his home. Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Sunday, May 31, 2020, at North Orange Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Lynn Ashcraft, Reverend Larry Lormand and Reverend Rusty Dollar. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be prior to the service from...

John Carroll Wilkinson Jr.

John Carroll Wilkinson Jr.

May 27, 2020

John Carroll Wilkinson, Jr., 55, of Orange, passed away on May 27, 2020, at his home. A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, June 1, 2020, at Dorman Cemetery in Orange with burial to follow. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday, June 1, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange,...

Judith "Judy" Louise Hunt

Judith "Judy" Louise Hunt

May 27, 2020

Judith “Judy” Louise Hunt, 77, of Orange, passed away on May 27, 2020, in Beaumont. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 1, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Lynn Ashcraft. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, May 31, 2020, at Claybar...

Christopher "Chris" Joseph Landry

Christopher "Chris" Joseph Landry

May 25, 2020

Christopher “Chris” Joseph Landry, 59, of Vinton, passed away on May 25, 2020 in Lake Charles. A mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 6, 2020, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Vinton. Officiating will be Reverend Carlos Garcia. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 6, 2020, with a rosary at 10:30 a.m.,...

Armani Lynn Smith

Armani Lynn Smith

May 23, 2020

Armani Lynn Smith, passed away on Saturday May 23, 2020 in Galveston. A private graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday June 4, 2020 at Community Cemetery 1995 Gill St, Beaumont, TX 77703. Born in Galveston, Texas, on May 23, 2020, she was the beautiful daughter of LaTonya Wells and Ja’Kyi’ren Smith, Sr. Little sweet Armani Smith received...

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