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

John "J.J." Allen Bell, Jr.

John "J.J." Allen Bell, Jr.

Jan 8, 2025

John "J.J." Allen Bell, Jr., 24, of Sourlake, Texas, passed away on January 8, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. 

Funeral services will be 3:00pm, Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont, Texas. 

Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, Monday, January 13, 2025, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home.

Born in Beaumont, Texas, on September 20, 2000, he was the son...

Doris Mildred Wood

Doris Mildred Wood

Jan 6, 2025

Doris Mildred Wood

Doris Mildred Wood, 92, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, in Orange. 

 A gathering of family and friends will be from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., Friday, January 10, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.  

Doris was born in Brooklyn, New York, on May 26, 1932, she was the daughter of George M. Cook...

Betty Nell Prince Futch

Betty Nell Prince Futch

Jan 5, 2025

Betty Nell was born January 22, 1932, in Orange, Texas to Rillius Earl Prince, Sr. and Margaret Harper Prince. She

passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on January 5, 2025, at the age of 92.

Betty Nell graduated from Stark High School where she was a member of the Bengal Guards and later attended 

Stephen F. Austin University. While...

Coy Bruce Schubarth

Coy Bruce Schubarth

Jan 4, 2025

Coy Bruce Schubarth 

Coy Bruce Schubarth, 40, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 4, 2025, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont. 

Born in Fayetteville, Arkansas, on August 12, 1984, he was the son of Coy Harold Schubarth and Sylvia Marie (Melancon) Schubarth. Bruce was a beloved figure in his community and carved out a life filled with purpose and service. He...

Freda Lucille Cormier

Freda Lucille Cormier

Jan 4, 2025

Freda Lucille Cormier, 80, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on January 4, 2025. 

 Funeral services will be 1:00pm, Thursday, January 9, 2025, at New Horizon Church in Beaumont, Texas 880 W Cardinal Dr, Beaumont, TX 77705. Officiating will be Reverend Roderick Bluitt. A private burial will follow at Memory Gardens.

Visitation will be from 12:00pm to 1:00pm, Thursday, January 9, 2025, at...

Ruby Alice Hutson

Ruby Alice Hutson

Jan 3, 2025

Ruby Alice Hutson, 88, of Deweyville, Texas, passed away on January 3, 2025, at Focused Care in Orange. 

 Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Calvary Baptist Church in West Orange. Officiating will be Brother Jeff Bell and Brother David Millner. Burial will follow at King Cemetery in Hartburg.

 Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.,...

Mary Ruby Russell

Mary Ruby Russell

Jan 3, 2025

Mary Ruby Russell

Mary Ruby Russell, 86, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 3, 2025, at Oakwood Manor in Vidor. 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at First Christian Church of Orangefield in Orangefield. Officiating will be Ministers Michael Sullivan and David Garison. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. 

Visitation will be...

Thomas James Andrus

Thomas James Andrus

Jan 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Thomas James Andrus

March 2, 1951 – January 1, 2025

Thomas James Andrus, a man of boundless love and a passion for all things mechanical, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on March 2, 1951, Tommy lived a life rich in love, laughter, and an enduring sense of adventure.

Tommy had a...

Marjorie Marie "Tootsie" Scales

Marjorie Marie "Tootsie" Scales

Dec 30, 2024

Marjorie Marie “Tootsie” Scales

Marjorie Marie “Tootsie” Scales, 91, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 30, 2024, in Orange. 

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 10, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Pastor Allen Chapin. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Friday, January...

Stephen "Steve" Dale Carlton

Stephen "Steve" Dale Carlton

Dec 29, 2024

Stephen Dale “Steve” Carlton

Stephen Dale “Steve” Carlton, 78, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 29, 2024, at his home in Orange, Texas (which is exactly the way he wanted it, as he was known for doing things his way).

A celebration of life will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 4, 2025, at Turning Point Church in Vidor, Texas....

Linda Marie Raborn Carroll

Linda Marie Raborn Carroll

Dec 28, 2024

Linda Marie Raborn Carroll passed away peacefully at home on December 28, 2024.

 Linda was born November 11, 1947 in Jacksonville, Florida, to William (Bill) Raborn and Marie Hartley Raborn.

 While she spent much of her childhood in the Bahamas, she was a graduate of Terry Parker High School in Jacksonville, Florida. She then attended Florida State University before relocating to Lufkin,...

Judy Gail Guidry

Judy Gail Guidry

Dec 27, 2024

Judy Gail Guidry, 80, peacefully passed away on December 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on August 20, 1944, in Orange, Texas, Judy was the daughter of Lester Lee "Bud" and Lucy Carolyn Corder. After graduating from West Orange High School in 1962, she spent much of her life living and raising her family across the United States, including...

Jeanne Arden Davies

Jeanne Arden Davies

Dec 26, 2024

Jeanne Arden Davies, passed away on December 26, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. 

 Jeanne was a lifelong resident of Beaumont, where she attended Lamar University obtaining two bachelor’s degrees, in nursing and psychology, and later put her skills to use tending to her elderly mother in her later years. More recently assisting fellow residents of A...

Matthew Alan Colvin

Matthew Alan Colvin

Dec 24, 2024

Matthew Alan Colvin, 43, passed away on December 24, 2024. 

Born in Birmingham, Alabama on November 7, 1981, he was the son of Carmon Colvin and Billie Fike Colvin. An intelligent, strong, and outgoing man, Matthew was known for his generosity and loving heart. He truly never met a stranger, and everyone who crossed his path loved him. 

Matthew was very proud...

Meritta Dawn Taylor Norwood

Meritta Dawn Taylor Norwood

Dec 23, 2024

Meritta Dawn Taylor Norwood 

Meritta Dawn Taylor Norwood, 44, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 23, 2024, at St. Elizabeth in Beaumont.  

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Randy Redkey. Burial will follow at Harris Cemetery in West Orange.

Visitation will begin prior to the service...

Robert Thomas Stanfield

Robert Thomas Stanfield

Dec 19, 2024

Robert (Thomas) Stanfield, a devoted family man, skilled tradesman, and proud veteran, passed away December 19th, 2024 at the age of 79.

 Born on August 22,1945, Thomas proudly served his country in the United States Army before dedicating his career as a pipe fitter with Pipefitters Local 195. His hard work, craftsmanship, and commitment to his trade left an enduring legacy...

Lillie Frances Bourge

Lillie Frances Bourge

Dec 18, 2024

Lillie Frances Bourge

Lillie Frances Bourge, 89, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 18, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. 

Born in Clarksville, Arkansas, on January 8, 1935, she was the daughter of Mark Henderson Callahan and Roxie Jane Callahan. Lillie lived a life filled with love, strength, and creativity. After raising her family, she took the bold step of starting...

Joe "Papa Joe" Edward McGalin

Joe "Papa Joe" Edward McGalin

Dec 17, 2024

Joe “Papa Joe” Edward McGalin, 68, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 17, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Kevin Inman. Burial will follow at Dorman Cemetery in Orange.

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

Christopher Paul Weber

Christopher Paul Weber

Dec 16, 2024

Christopher Paul Weber, 65, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 16, 2024, at home.

Born in Orange, Texas, on May 13, 1959, he was the son of Alton L. Weber and Lavenia (Guerra) Weber. Christopher worked and later retired from Higman Towing after 30 years there. He was a hard worker and a caring man, known for his wonderful cooking...

James Weldon Trahan

James Weldon Trahan

Dec 15, 2024

James Weldon Trahan

James Weldon Trahan, 77, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 15, 2024, in Beaumont.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 27, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Visitation will take place prior to the service, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m., at the same location. Cremation will follow under the care of Claybar...

John "J.J." Allen Bell, Jr.

John "J.J." Allen Bell, Jr.

Jan 8, 2025

John "J.J." Allen Bell, Jr., 24, of Sourlake, Texas, passed away on January 8, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. 

Funeral services will be 3:00pm, Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont, Texas. 

Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, Monday, January 13, 2025, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home.

Born in Beaumont, Texas, on September 20, 2000, he was the son...

Doris Mildred Wood

Doris Mildred Wood

Jan 6, 2025

Doris Mildred Wood

Doris Mildred Wood, 92, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, in Orange. 

 A gathering of family and friends will be from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., Friday, January 10, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.  

Doris was born in Brooklyn, New York, on May 26, 1932, she was the daughter of George M. Cook...

Betty Nell Prince Futch

Betty Nell Prince Futch

Jan 5, 2025

Betty Nell was born January 22, 1932, in Orange, Texas to Rillius Earl Prince, Sr. and Margaret Harper Prince. She

passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on January 5, 2025, at the age of 92.

Betty Nell graduated from Stark High School where she was a member of the Bengal Guards and later attended 

Stephen F. Austin University. While...

Coy Bruce Schubarth

Coy Bruce Schubarth

Jan 4, 2025

Coy Bruce Schubarth 

Coy Bruce Schubarth, 40, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 4, 2025, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont. 

Born in Fayetteville, Arkansas, on August 12, 1984, he was the son of Coy Harold Schubarth and Sylvia Marie (Melancon) Schubarth. Bruce was a beloved figure in his community and carved out a life filled with purpose and service. He...

Freda Lucille Cormier

Freda Lucille Cormier

Jan 4, 2025

Freda Lucille Cormier, 80, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on January 4, 2025. 

 Funeral services will be 1:00pm, Thursday, January 9, 2025, at New Horizon Church in Beaumont, Texas 880 W Cardinal Dr, Beaumont, TX 77705. Officiating will be Reverend Roderick Bluitt. A private burial will follow at Memory Gardens.

Visitation will be from 12:00pm to 1:00pm, Thursday, January 9, 2025, at...

Ruby Alice Hutson

Ruby Alice Hutson

Jan 3, 2025

Ruby Alice Hutson, 88, of Deweyville, Texas, passed away on January 3, 2025, at Focused Care in Orange. 

 Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Calvary Baptist Church in West Orange. Officiating will be Brother Jeff Bell and Brother David Millner. Burial will follow at King Cemetery in Hartburg.

 Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.,...

Mary Ruby Russell

Mary Ruby Russell

Jan 3, 2025

Mary Ruby Russell

Mary Ruby Russell, 86, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 3, 2025, at Oakwood Manor in Vidor. 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at First Christian Church of Orangefield in Orangefield. Officiating will be Ministers Michael Sullivan and David Garison. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. 

Visitation will be...

Thomas James Andrus

Thomas James Andrus

Jan 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Thomas James Andrus

March 2, 1951 – January 1, 2025

Thomas James Andrus, a man of boundless love and a passion for all things mechanical, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on March 2, 1951, Tommy lived a life rich in love, laughter, and an enduring sense of adventure.

Tommy had a...

Marjorie Marie "Tootsie" Scales

Marjorie Marie "Tootsie" Scales

Dec 30, 2024

Marjorie Marie “Tootsie” Scales

Marjorie Marie “Tootsie” Scales, 91, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 30, 2024, in Orange. 

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 10, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Pastor Allen Chapin. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Friday, January...

Stephen "Steve" Dale Carlton

Stephen "Steve" Dale Carlton

Dec 29, 2024

Stephen Dale “Steve” Carlton

Stephen Dale “Steve” Carlton, 78, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 29, 2024, at his home in Orange, Texas (which is exactly the way he wanted it, as he was known for doing things his way).

A celebration of life will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 4, 2025, at Turning Point Church in Vidor, Texas....

Linda Marie Raborn Carroll

Linda Marie Raborn Carroll

Dec 28, 2024

Linda Marie Raborn Carroll passed away peacefully at home on December 28, 2024.

 Linda was born November 11, 1947 in Jacksonville, Florida, to William (Bill) Raborn and Marie Hartley Raborn.

 While she spent much of her childhood in the Bahamas, she was a graduate of Terry Parker High School in Jacksonville, Florida. She then attended Florida State University before relocating to Lufkin,...

Judy Gail Guidry

Judy Gail Guidry

Dec 27, 2024

Judy Gail Guidry, 80, peacefully passed away on December 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on August 20, 1944, in Orange, Texas, Judy was the daughter of Lester Lee "Bud" and Lucy Carolyn Corder. After graduating from West Orange High School in 1962, she spent much of her life living and raising her family across the United States, including...

Jeanne Arden Davies

Jeanne Arden Davies

Dec 26, 2024

Jeanne Arden Davies, passed away on December 26, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. 

 Jeanne was a lifelong resident of Beaumont, where she attended Lamar University obtaining two bachelor’s degrees, in nursing and psychology, and later put her skills to use tending to her elderly mother in her later years. More recently assisting fellow residents of A...

Matthew Alan Colvin

Matthew Alan Colvin

Dec 24, 2024

Matthew Alan Colvin, 43, passed away on December 24, 2024. 

Born in Birmingham, Alabama on November 7, 1981, he was the son of Carmon Colvin and Billie Fike Colvin. An intelligent, strong, and outgoing man, Matthew was known for his generosity and loving heart. He truly never met a stranger, and everyone who crossed his path loved him. 

Matthew was very proud...

Meritta Dawn Taylor Norwood

Meritta Dawn Taylor Norwood

Dec 23, 2024

Meritta Dawn Taylor Norwood 

Meritta Dawn Taylor Norwood, 44, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 23, 2024, at St. Elizabeth in Beaumont.  

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Randy Redkey. Burial will follow at Harris Cemetery in West Orange.

Visitation will begin prior to the service...

Robert Thomas Stanfield

Robert Thomas Stanfield

Dec 19, 2024

Robert (Thomas) Stanfield, a devoted family man, skilled tradesman, and proud veteran, passed away December 19th, 2024 at the age of 79.

 Born on August 22,1945, Thomas proudly served his country in the United States Army before dedicating his career as a pipe fitter with Pipefitters Local 195. His hard work, craftsmanship, and commitment to his trade left an enduring legacy...

Lillie Frances Bourge

Lillie Frances Bourge

Dec 18, 2024

Lillie Frances Bourge

Lillie Frances Bourge, 89, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 18, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. 

Born in Clarksville, Arkansas, on January 8, 1935, she was the daughter of Mark Henderson Callahan and Roxie Jane Callahan. Lillie lived a life filled with love, strength, and creativity. After raising her family, she took the bold step of starting...

Joe "Papa Joe" Edward McGalin

Joe "Papa Joe" Edward McGalin

Dec 17, 2024

Joe “Papa Joe” Edward McGalin, 68, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 17, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Kevin Inman. Burial will follow at Dorman Cemetery in Orange.

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

Christopher Paul Weber

Christopher Paul Weber

Dec 16, 2024

Christopher Paul Weber, 65, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 16, 2024, at home.

Born in Orange, Texas, on May 13, 1959, he was the son of Alton L. Weber and Lavenia (Guerra) Weber. Christopher worked and later retired from Higman Towing after 30 years there. He was a hard worker and a caring man, known for his wonderful cooking...

James Weldon Trahan

James Weldon Trahan

Dec 15, 2024

James Weldon Trahan

James Weldon Trahan, 77, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 15, 2024, in Beaumont.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 27, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Visitation will take place prior to the service, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m., at the same location. Cremation will follow under the care of Claybar...

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