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

Marilyn Mary Thacker

Marilyn Mary Thacker

Feb 12, 2025

Marilyn Mary Thacker, 74, of Lumberton, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025.

 Funeral services will be 11:00am, Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at the Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Magnolia Cemetery. 

 Visitation will be held on February 18, 2025, at 10:00 am at the Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home, located at 1155 N 11th St, Beaumont, TX 77702.

 Born on...

Thomas Whitney Hebert

Thomas Whitney Hebert

Feb 11, 2025

Thomas Whitney Hebert, 76, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on February 11, 2025, at home. 

 Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 17, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Keith Royal. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, February 16, 2025, at...

Charlotte Vigeon Warren

Charlotte Vigeon Warren

Feb 9, 2025

Charlotte Vigeon Warren, a beloved member of the Beaumont community, passed away on February 9, 2025, in her hometown of Beaumont, Texas. Born on February 15, 1946, Charlotte spent her life dedicated to her family, and her friends. 

She is survived by her husband, Charles Nicholas; her son, Charles Warren, Jr. and wife Karin; her daughter, Shirleyann Hogg; her grandchild, Kalli...

Anne Winfree

Anne Winfree

Feb 7, 2025

A visitation to celebrate Anne's life will be held on February 13, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home, located at 1155 N 11th St, Beaumont, Texas, 77702.

Anne Winfree, a beloved figure known for her vibrant personality and dedication to her family, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, in Katy, Texas. Born on April...

Johnny Paul Ray

Johnny Paul Ray

Feb 7, 2025

Johnny Paul Ray

Johnny Paul Ray, 53, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on February 7, 2025, in Beaumont. 

 

A private family graveside service will be held at a later date. 

 

Born in Orange, Texas, on November 24, 1971, he was the son of Paul Ray and Shirley Sellers. Johnny made a name for himself as a skilled boat motor mechanic, a career...

Marilyn Carol Prewitt

Marilyn Carol Prewitt

Feb 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marilyn Carol Hilliard Prewitt, a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, who peacefully departed this life to be with Jesus on February 7, 2025, at the age of 72 in her home surrounded by family. Her warmth, generosity, and love will forever be cherished by all...

Janet Lee Hebert

Janet Lee Hebert

Feb 7, 2025

Our mother, Janet Lee Graves Hebert, 86, passed away on February 7, 2025, at home. 

 Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025. 

 She was born in Forrest City, Missouri...

Mark Allen Lakey

Mark Allen Lakey

Feb 7, 2025

Mark Allen Lakey, 67, of Lumberton, Texas, passed away on February 7, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. 

 Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont. Burial will follow at Magnolia Cemetery in Beaumont.

 Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins...

James "Bubba" Leslie Harkness

James "Bubba" Leslie Harkness

Feb 6, 2025

James “Bubba” Leslie Harkness, 70, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 6, 2025, at his home in Orange.

 Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Seth Williams. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday,...

Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler

Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler

Feb 5, 2025

Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler

November 24, 1952 – February 5, 2025

Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 5th at the age of 72. Born on November 24, 1952, in Orange, Texas, to Barbara Ella Smith Kelly and Earl Lemiel Kelley, Judy grew up surrounded by the love of her six siblings—Laura Ann,...

Donald "Don" Ray Dunaway

Donald "Don" Ray Dunaway

Feb 5, 2025

Donald “Don” Ray Dunaway, 85, of Buna, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2025, at his home in Buna. 

 Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home...

Anne Arsenault Granger

Anne Arsenault Granger

Feb 5, 2025

Anne Arsenault Granger

Anne Arsenault Granger, 68, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.  

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, February 10, 2025,...

Vergine Hebert Trahan

Vergine Hebert Trahan

Feb 5, 2025

Vergine Hebert Trahan, 88, born in Lyons Point, Louisiana and a native of Beaumont, Texas passed away February 5, 2025 at her home with her family by her side. Vergine was a hard worker all her life but finally succumbed to the debilitating disease of Parkinson’s.

 A visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a Vigil and...

John Ellis Murdock, Jr.

John Ellis Murdock, Jr.

Feb 5, 2025

John Ellis Murdock, Jr.

John Ellis Murdock, Jr., 82, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2025, after a lengthy illness. 

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, February 10, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Mr. Jody Heckathorn. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will begin prior to the service at...

Dewey Dean Boling

Dewey Dean Boling

Feb 4, 2025

Dewey “Dean” Boling 

Dewey “Dean” Boling, 71, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 4, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont.  

Services to be announced at a later date. 

Born in Brookhaven, Mississippi, on March 11, 1953, he was the son of Robert Dewey Boling and Euna Bernice (Ashmore) Boling. He had a fulfilling career as a Construction Superintendent at Mason Construction...

Jerry Arcade Melancon

Jerry Arcade Melancon

Feb 2, 2025

Jerry Arcade Melancon

Jerry Arcade Melancon, 85, of Bridge City Texas entered into eternal rest February 2, 2025, at his home following a lengthy battle with dementia. He was born in Port Arthur TX on August 21, 1939, to parents Fred and Ruby Melancon. 

Jerry was a Master Electrician by trade retiring from American Petrofina in 1995 after 20 years of service....

Angela Michelle Granger

Angela Michelle Granger

Feb 1, 2025

Angela Michelle Granger, 62, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 1, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Officiating will be Bobby Granger. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 1:00 p.m., at Claybar...

Linda Sue Vaughn

Linda Sue Vaughn

Jan 31, 2025

Linda Sue (Simon) Vaughn was born in Pasadena, Texas on November 12, 1950 to Melvin and Lucy Simon. She unexpectedly passed away in Mansfield, Texas on January 31, 2025.

 Funeral services will be held at 9:00 a.m., Friday, February 7, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Kevin Brown, of First Baptist Church Mauriceville. Burial will...

Ester Lucille Jeans

Ester Lucille Jeans

Jan 30, 2025

Ester Lucille Crain Jeans, age 78, of Orange, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025. She was born on September 11, 1946, in Orange, Texas, to Ira and Lucille Crain, who preceded her in death. Ester was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, known for her kindness, strong faith, and love for her community.

 For many years, Ester served...

Barbara Jean Welch

Barbara Jean Welch

Jan 29, 2025

Barbara Jean Roberts Welch

Born in September 1943, Barbara (a.k.a. Bobbie) was raised in Orange in a loving home with her parents and four sisters. Her parents gave each of the five “Roberts girls” nicknames and her nickname of Bobbie stuck with her through all these years. Bobbie was the 3rd of the five sisters. When asked, she’d always point out...

Marilyn Mary Thacker

Marilyn Mary Thacker

Feb 12, 2025

Marilyn Mary Thacker, 74, of Lumberton, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025.

 Funeral services will be 11:00am, Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at the Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Magnolia Cemetery. 

 Visitation will be held on February 18, 2025, at 10:00 am at the Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home, located at 1155 N 11th St, Beaumont, TX 77702.

 Born on...

Thomas Whitney Hebert

Thomas Whitney Hebert

Feb 11, 2025

Thomas Whitney Hebert, 76, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on February 11, 2025, at home. 

 Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 17, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Keith Royal. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, February 16, 2025, at...

Charlotte Vigeon Warren

Charlotte Vigeon Warren

Feb 9, 2025

Charlotte Vigeon Warren, a beloved member of the Beaumont community, passed away on February 9, 2025, in her hometown of Beaumont, Texas. Born on February 15, 1946, Charlotte spent her life dedicated to her family, and her friends. 

She is survived by her husband, Charles Nicholas; her son, Charles Warren, Jr. and wife Karin; her daughter, Shirleyann Hogg; her grandchild, Kalli...

Anne Winfree

Anne Winfree

Feb 7, 2025

A visitation to celebrate Anne's life will be held on February 13, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home, located at 1155 N 11th St, Beaumont, Texas, 77702.

Anne Winfree, a beloved figure known for her vibrant personality and dedication to her family, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, in Katy, Texas. Born on April...

Johnny Paul Ray

Johnny Paul Ray

Feb 7, 2025

Johnny Paul Ray

Johnny Paul Ray, 53, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on February 7, 2025, in Beaumont. 

 

A private family graveside service will be held at a later date. 

 

Born in Orange, Texas, on November 24, 1971, he was the son of Paul Ray and Shirley Sellers. Johnny made a name for himself as a skilled boat motor mechanic, a career...

Marilyn Carol Prewitt

Marilyn Carol Prewitt

Feb 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marilyn Carol Hilliard Prewitt, a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, who peacefully departed this life to be with Jesus on February 7, 2025, at the age of 72 in her home surrounded by family. Her warmth, generosity, and love will forever be cherished by all...

Janet Lee Hebert

Janet Lee Hebert

Feb 7, 2025

Our mother, Janet Lee Graves Hebert, 86, passed away on February 7, 2025, at home. 

 Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025. 

 She was born in Forrest City, Missouri...

Mark Allen Lakey

Mark Allen Lakey

Feb 7, 2025

Mark Allen Lakey, 67, of Lumberton, Texas, passed away on February 7, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. 

 Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont. Burial will follow at Magnolia Cemetery in Beaumont.

 Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins...

James "Bubba" Leslie Harkness

James "Bubba" Leslie Harkness

Feb 6, 2025

James “Bubba” Leslie Harkness, 70, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 6, 2025, at his home in Orange.

 Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Seth Williams. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday,...

Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler

Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler

Feb 5, 2025

Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler

November 24, 1952 – February 5, 2025

Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 5th at the age of 72. Born on November 24, 1952, in Orange, Texas, to Barbara Ella Smith Kelly and Earl Lemiel Kelley, Judy grew up surrounded by the love of her six siblings—Laura Ann,...

Donald "Don" Ray Dunaway

Donald "Don" Ray Dunaway

Feb 5, 2025

Donald “Don” Ray Dunaway, 85, of Buna, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2025, at his home in Buna. 

 Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home...

Anne Arsenault Granger

Anne Arsenault Granger

Feb 5, 2025

Anne Arsenault Granger

Anne Arsenault Granger, 68, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.  

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, February 10, 2025,...

Vergine Hebert Trahan

Vergine Hebert Trahan

Feb 5, 2025

Vergine Hebert Trahan, 88, born in Lyons Point, Louisiana and a native of Beaumont, Texas passed away February 5, 2025 at her home with her family by her side. Vergine was a hard worker all her life but finally succumbed to the debilitating disease of Parkinson’s.

 A visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a Vigil and...

John Ellis Murdock, Jr.

John Ellis Murdock, Jr.

Feb 5, 2025

John Ellis Murdock, Jr.

John Ellis Murdock, Jr., 82, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2025, after a lengthy illness. 

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, February 10, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Mr. Jody Heckathorn. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will begin prior to the service at...

Dewey Dean Boling

Dewey Dean Boling

Feb 4, 2025

Dewey “Dean” Boling 

Dewey “Dean” Boling, 71, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 4, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont.  

Services to be announced at a later date. 

Born in Brookhaven, Mississippi, on March 11, 1953, he was the son of Robert Dewey Boling and Euna Bernice (Ashmore) Boling. He had a fulfilling career as a Construction Superintendent at Mason Construction...

Jerry Arcade Melancon

Jerry Arcade Melancon

Feb 2, 2025

Jerry Arcade Melancon

Jerry Arcade Melancon, 85, of Bridge City Texas entered into eternal rest February 2, 2025, at his home following a lengthy battle with dementia. He was born in Port Arthur TX on August 21, 1939, to parents Fred and Ruby Melancon. 

Jerry was a Master Electrician by trade retiring from American Petrofina in 1995 after 20 years of service....

Angela Michelle Granger

Angela Michelle Granger

Feb 1, 2025

Angela Michelle Granger, 62, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 1, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Officiating will be Bobby Granger. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 1:00 p.m., at Claybar...

Linda Sue Vaughn

Linda Sue Vaughn

Jan 31, 2025

Linda Sue (Simon) Vaughn was born in Pasadena, Texas on November 12, 1950 to Melvin and Lucy Simon. She unexpectedly passed away in Mansfield, Texas on January 31, 2025.

 Funeral services will be held at 9:00 a.m., Friday, February 7, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Kevin Brown, of First Baptist Church Mauriceville. Burial will...

Ester Lucille Jeans

Ester Lucille Jeans

Jan 30, 2025

Ester Lucille Crain Jeans, age 78, of Orange, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025. She was born on September 11, 1946, in Orange, Texas, to Ira and Lucille Crain, who preceded her in death. Ester was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, known for her kindness, strong faith, and love for her community.

 For many years, Ester served...

Barbara Jean Welch

Barbara Jean Welch

Jan 29, 2025

Barbara Jean Roberts Welch

Born in September 1943, Barbara (a.k.a. Bobbie) was raised in Orange in a loving home with her parents and four sisters. Her parents gave each of the five “Roberts girls” nicknames and her nickname of Bobbie stuck with her through all these years. Bobbie was the 3rd of the five sisters. When asked, she’d always point out...

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