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

Oscar Edward Dixon

Oscar Edward Dixon

Jan 29, 2025

Oscar Edward Dixon

Oscar Edward Dixon, 94, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 29, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Rusty Dollar. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange.

Visitation will begin prior to the...

Bobbie Gene Shelton, Jr.

Bobbie Gene Shelton, Jr.

Jan 28, 2025

Bobbie Gene Shelton, Jr., 64, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 28, 2025, at his home. He was born in Orange, Texas, on August 18, 1960, the son of Bobbie Gene Shelton, Sr., and JoAnn (Freeman) Denmon.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. 

 Visitation will be...

Joseph Jackson Miller

Joseph Jackson Miller

Jan 26, 2025

Joe Miller (AKA Joe Joe and JJ) peacefully entered into eternal rest on January 26, 2025 in Beaumont, Texas at the age of 80.

He was born in Beaumont and soon moved to Burkeville, Texas where he lived until his graduation from Burkeville High School. Joe entered Lamar and graduated from Lamar State College of Technology in 1965. He resided in...

Sharon Renee Jarrett

Sharon Renee Jarrett

Jan 21, 2025

Sharon Renee’ Cooper Jarrett, 67, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 21, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas.

 A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Liberty Baptist Church (2717 W. Roundbunch Rd. Orange, Texas), with visitation at the church immediately preceding the service, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Brother Andrew Stallworth,...

Rebecca Marie Foote

Rebecca Marie Foote

Jan 20, 2025

Rebecca “Becky” Marie Foote, 78, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on January 20, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont. Burial will follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery in Beaumont.

Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral...

Belle Louise Carter

Belle Louise Carter

Jan 19, 2025

Belle Louise Beck-Carter, 91, of Beaumont, passed away on January 19, 2025. 

 Throughout her life, Belle was known for her warm smile and kind-hearted nature. She dedicated a significant part of her career to serving others at the YWCA in Beaumont, where her patience and communication skills made a lasting impression on all who had the pleasure of working with her....

John Whitney Stine III

John Whitney Stine III

Jan 19, 2025

John Whitney Stine III, 76, of Orange, passed away on January 19, 2025, in Beaumont. 

 Born in Orange, Texas, on December 6, 1948, he was the son of William “Bill” Stine and Vernice Stine. John was a dedicated and skilled Operator at Chevron, where he made significant contributions throughout his career. Beyond his professional life, John proudly served in the United...

John Ryan Hardee

John Ryan Hardee

Jan 18, 2025

John Ryan Hardee

John Ryan Hardee, 50, of Plano, Texas, passed away on January 18, 2025, at home. 

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Charlie Miller. 

Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on November 15, 1974, he was the son of Billy J. Hardee, Sr. and...

Anna Lou Anderson

Anna Lou Anderson

Jan 17, 2025

Anna Lou Anderson, 75, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas.

 Lou's visitation will take place on January 25, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, followed by a funeral service at 3:00 PM at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home, located at 1155 N 11th St, Beaumont, TX 77702. Cremation to follow and will be held...

Curtis Leroy "Lee" Clark

Curtis Leroy "Lee" Clark

Jan 17, 2025

Lee Clark, 91, of Orange, Texas departed from his earthly journey on January 17, 2025, to begin his

eternal one with Jesus Christ, whom he accepted as his Lord and Savior at an early age. Lee was

born on December 14, 1933, in Belton, Texas but spent most of his early life in New Braunfels, Texas

before moving to Orange in 1968.

 He moved...

Esmeralda Vela

Esmeralda Vela

Jan 17, 2025

Esmeralda Vela

 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 25, 2025, at St. Francis of Assissi Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Benjamin Vesuwe. Burial will follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Orange.

 Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday, January 24, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with...

Glenn Ray LeBlanc

Glenn Ray LeBlanc

Jan 16, 2025

Glenn Ray LeBlanc

Glenn Ray LeBlanc, 82, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 16, 2025, at Golden Years Assisted Living in Orange. 

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 30, 2025, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City, Texas, with a gathering for friends and family to follow.

Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on February 16,...

Phillip Louis DeBlanc

Phillip Louis DeBlanc

Jan 15, 2025

Phillip Louis DeBlanc, 70, of Orange, Texas passed away on January 15, 2025.

 Phillip was born in Orange, Texas on June 9th, 1954, to Edward Marshall DeBlanc and Nadine (Mullen) DeBlanc. A lifelong resident of Orange, Phillip was married to former spouse Lynda Diane (Davis) and had one son, Phillip Joseph. 

 At an early age Phillip had a curiosity for how things...

Amber Marie D'Arc

Amber Marie D'Arc

Jan 14, 2025

Amber Marie D’Arc

Amber Marie D’Arc, 46, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on January 14, 2025, at home.  

Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m., Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. 

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 5:00 p.m., Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born on February 23, 1979. Amber was...

Carol Sue Granger

Carol Sue Granger

Jan 14, 2025

Carol Sue Granger

Carol Sue Granger, 88, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 14, 2025, at Focused Care in Orange. 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Dr. Gary McCormick. A private graveside for family will follow at Niblett’s Bluff.

Visitation will begin prior to the service at...

Leslie Lee Patin

Leslie Lee Patin

Jan 13, 2025

Leslie Lee Patin

Leslie Lee Patin, age 91, passed away on January 13, 2025, at Sabine Place Assisted Living in Orange from complications of a stroke in 2023. Les was born in Nederland, Texas, on January 19, 1933, to Emory Joseph Patin and Eva Dronet Patin.

 

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, January 18, at Claybar Funeral Home in...

Reeves "Clyde" Mize

Reeves "Clyde" Mize

Jan 13, 2025

Reeves “Clyde” Mize

Reeves “Clyde” Mize, 89, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 13, 2025, at home. 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Little Cypress Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend David Turner. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 10:00 a.m., Saturday,...

Ricky Lynn Coon

Ricky Lynn Coon

Jan 10, 2025

Ricky Lynn Coon, 68, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on January 10, 2025, at his home in Vidor. 

 Born in Orange, Texas, on October 17, 1956, he was the son of Dixie Lou Soape. Ricky's life was one marked by dedication, hard work, and a deep love for the simple pleasures that brought him joy. He devoted many years of his...

Edward Britton Demler

Edward Britton Demler

Jan 9, 2025

Edward Britton Demler, 85, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 9, 2025, at his home in Bridge City. 

 Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on March 8, 1939, he was the son of Edward Sonny Demler and Eleese Hilton Demler. Edward worked as a devoted car salesman at JK Chevrolet, where he built lasting relationships with customers and colleagues alike....

Charles Carol Petry

Charles Carol Petry

Jan 8, 2025

Charles Carol Petry, 86, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on January 8, 2025, at his home in Vidor. 

 Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 13, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Ron Perry. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Orange.

 Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 13, 2025, at...

Oscar Edward Dixon

Oscar Edward Dixon

Jan 29, 2025

Oscar Edward Dixon

Oscar Edward Dixon, 94, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 29, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Rusty Dollar. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange.

Visitation will begin prior to the...

Bobbie Gene Shelton, Jr.

Bobbie Gene Shelton, Jr.

Jan 28, 2025

Bobbie Gene Shelton, Jr., 64, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 28, 2025, at his home. He was born in Orange, Texas, on August 18, 1960, the son of Bobbie Gene Shelton, Sr., and JoAnn (Freeman) Denmon.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. 

 Visitation will be...

Joseph Jackson Miller

Joseph Jackson Miller

Jan 26, 2025

Joe Miller (AKA Joe Joe and JJ) peacefully entered into eternal rest on January 26, 2025 in Beaumont, Texas at the age of 80.

He was born in Beaumont and soon moved to Burkeville, Texas where he lived until his graduation from Burkeville High School. Joe entered Lamar and graduated from Lamar State College of Technology in 1965. He resided in...

Sharon Renee Jarrett

Sharon Renee Jarrett

Jan 21, 2025

Sharon Renee’ Cooper Jarrett, 67, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 21, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas.

 A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Liberty Baptist Church (2717 W. Roundbunch Rd. Orange, Texas), with visitation at the church immediately preceding the service, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Brother Andrew Stallworth,...

Rebecca Marie Foote

Rebecca Marie Foote

Jan 20, 2025

Rebecca “Becky” Marie Foote, 78, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on January 20, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont. Burial will follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery in Beaumont.

Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral...

Belle Louise Carter

Belle Louise Carter

Jan 19, 2025

Belle Louise Beck-Carter, 91, of Beaumont, passed away on January 19, 2025. 

 Throughout her life, Belle was known for her warm smile and kind-hearted nature. She dedicated a significant part of her career to serving others at the YWCA in Beaumont, where her patience and communication skills made a lasting impression on all who had the pleasure of working with her....

John Whitney Stine III

John Whitney Stine III

Jan 19, 2025

John Whitney Stine III, 76, of Orange, passed away on January 19, 2025, in Beaumont. 

 Born in Orange, Texas, on December 6, 1948, he was the son of William “Bill” Stine and Vernice Stine. John was a dedicated and skilled Operator at Chevron, where he made significant contributions throughout his career. Beyond his professional life, John proudly served in the United...

John Ryan Hardee

John Ryan Hardee

Jan 18, 2025

John Ryan Hardee

John Ryan Hardee, 50, of Plano, Texas, passed away on January 18, 2025, at home. 

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Charlie Miller. 

Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on November 15, 1974, he was the son of Billy J. Hardee, Sr. and...

Anna Lou Anderson

Anna Lou Anderson

Jan 17, 2025

Anna Lou Anderson, 75, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas.

 Lou's visitation will take place on January 25, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, followed by a funeral service at 3:00 PM at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home, located at 1155 N 11th St, Beaumont, TX 77702. Cremation to follow and will be held...

Curtis Leroy "Lee" Clark

Curtis Leroy "Lee" Clark

Jan 17, 2025

Lee Clark, 91, of Orange, Texas departed from his earthly journey on January 17, 2025, to begin his

eternal one with Jesus Christ, whom he accepted as his Lord and Savior at an early age. Lee was

born on December 14, 1933, in Belton, Texas but spent most of his early life in New Braunfels, Texas

before moving to Orange in 1968.

 He moved...

Esmeralda Vela

Esmeralda Vela

Jan 17, 2025

Esmeralda Vela

 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 25, 2025, at St. Francis of Assissi Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Benjamin Vesuwe. Burial will follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Orange.

 Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday, January 24, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with...

Glenn Ray LeBlanc

Glenn Ray LeBlanc

Jan 16, 2025

Glenn Ray LeBlanc

Glenn Ray LeBlanc, 82, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 16, 2025, at Golden Years Assisted Living in Orange. 

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 30, 2025, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City, Texas, with a gathering for friends and family to follow.

Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on February 16,...

Phillip Louis DeBlanc

Phillip Louis DeBlanc

Jan 15, 2025

Phillip Louis DeBlanc, 70, of Orange, Texas passed away on January 15, 2025.

 Phillip was born in Orange, Texas on June 9th, 1954, to Edward Marshall DeBlanc and Nadine (Mullen) DeBlanc. A lifelong resident of Orange, Phillip was married to former spouse Lynda Diane (Davis) and had one son, Phillip Joseph. 

 At an early age Phillip had a curiosity for how things...

Amber Marie D'Arc

Amber Marie D'Arc

Jan 14, 2025

Amber Marie D’Arc

Amber Marie D’Arc, 46, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on January 14, 2025, at home.  

Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m., Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. 

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 5:00 p.m., Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born on February 23, 1979. Amber was...

Carol Sue Granger

Carol Sue Granger

Jan 14, 2025

Carol Sue Granger

Carol Sue Granger, 88, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 14, 2025, at Focused Care in Orange. 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Dr. Gary McCormick. A private graveside for family will follow at Niblett’s Bluff.

Visitation will begin prior to the service at...

Leslie Lee Patin

Leslie Lee Patin

Jan 13, 2025

Leslie Lee Patin

Leslie Lee Patin, age 91, passed away on January 13, 2025, at Sabine Place Assisted Living in Orange from complications of a stroke in 2023. Les was born in Nederland, Texas, on January 19, 1933, to Emory Joseph Patin and Eva Dronet Patin.

 

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, January 18, at Claybar Funeral Home in...

Reeves "Clyde" Mize

Reeves "Clyde" Mize

Jan 13, 2025

Reeves “Clyde” Mize

Reeves “Clyde” Mize, 89, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 13, 2025, at home. 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Little Cypress Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend David Turner. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 10:00 a.m., Saturday,...

Ricky Lynn Coon

Ricky Lynn Coon

Jan 10, 2025

Ricky Lynn Coon, 68, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on January 10, 2025, at his home in Vidor. 

 Born in Orange, Texas, on October 17, 1956, he was the son of Dixie Lou Soape. Ricky's life was one marked by dedication, hard work, and a deep love for the simple pleasures that brought him joy. He devoted many years of his...

Edward Britton Demler

Edward Britton Demler

Jan 9, 2025

Edward Britton Demler, 85, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 9, 2025, at his home in Bridge City. 

 Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on March 8, 1939, he was the son of Edward Sonny Demler and Eleese Hilton Demler. Edward worked as a devoted car salesman at JK Chevrolet, where he built lasting relationships with customers and colleagues alike....

Charles Carol Petry

Charles Carol Petry

Jan 8, 2025

Charles Carol Petry, 86, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on January 8, 2025, at his home in Vidor. 

 Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 13, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Ron Perry. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Orange.

 Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 13, 2025, at...

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