Obituaries for
Claybar Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones in Orange, Beaumont, Bridge City, TX.
Bobbie Jean (Hilton) Ferguson
Sep 30, 2025
Bobbie Jean (Hilton) Ferguson, 80, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 30, 2025, at home surrounded by her loved ones.
Born in Haslam, Texas, on October 6, 2025, she was the daughter of Leon C. Hilton and Dovie (Plunkett) Hilton.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Leon and Dovie Hitlon; husband, Wayne Ferguson; as well as beloved brothers and...
Wade Lynn Nelms
Sep 29, 2025
Wade Lynn Nelms, 79, of Deweyville, Texas, passed away on September 28, 2025, at home.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, October 2, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Deweyville. Officiating will be Reverend Damon Bickham. Burial will follow at Deweyville Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at First Baptist Church in...
Lisa Marie Brayton Stanley-Granger
Sep 27, 2025
Lisa Marie Brayton Stanley-Granger, 44 of Orangefield, Texas, passed away in Houston Texas on September 27, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family.
Lisa Marie was born on March 10, 1981, in Beaumont, Texas.
She attended Bridge City ISD and in 1998 she graduated from Parkview in Sulphur LA. Shortly after her graduation, Lisa enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp.
She loved hanging out...
Ann Gonzales
Sep 26, 2025
Ann Gonzales, 58, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 26, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
A Memorial Gathering will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 2, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on October 16, 1966, she was the daughter of Edward Gonzales and Charlotte Gonzales (Fontenot). She was a...
Margene Smith Mitchell
Sep 26, 2025
On September 26, 2025, Margene Mitchell entered peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ at the age of 92. A life well-lived and well-loved, Margene’s journey was one marked by unwavering faith, steady devotion, and a servant’s heart that reflected Christ in both word and deed.
Born on May 15, 1933, in Philadelphia, Mississippi, Margene was...
Barbara Ann Battle Ramirez
Sep 23, 2025
Barbara Ann Battle Ramirez, 73, of Orange, Texas, passed away at home on September 23, 2025.
Born in Dayton, Texas, on February 4, 1952, Barbara lived a life filled with creativity, compassion, and connection. She worked for many years as a secretary then an insurance clerk in doctors’ offices, always bringing warmth and kindness to those she served.
Barbara’s heart was happiest...
Kennith "Papa Ken" Johnson
Sep 23, 2025
Kennith “Papa Ken” Johnson 90, of Bridge City, Texas passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 4:00 p.m., at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Mark Bunch of St. Paul Methodist Church of Bridge City. A private burial will take place at a later date at...
Anita Janeanne King
Sep 20, 2025
Anita Janeanne "Jan" King, 92, of Bridge City, TX, entered into the presence of the Lord on September 20, 2025.
Born in Cherokee, OK, on June 2, 1933, Jan was the daughter of J. Herbert Smith and Mary Lorraine Roller Smith. While in college she met and married her loving husband of 56 years, Melvin "Mel" E. King. Together they had...
Patricia "Patti" Gay Williams
Sep 20, 2025
Patricia “Patti” Gay Williams, 61, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on September 20, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 26, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Mauriceville. Officiating will be Brother Kevin Brown. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday,...
Gary Allen Hudson
Sep 20, 2025
Gary Allen Hudson, born on July 22, 1961, in Orange, Texas, passed away on September 20, 2025. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Gary dedicated years of his life as a K-9 Handler, demonstrating remarkable passion and unwavering commitment to his career.
Gary was known for his extraordinary sense of humor and remained a source of laughter in...
Morman Joseph "Tony" Richard, III
Sep 18, 2025
On Thursday, September 18, 2025, Morman Joseph Richard, III departed this life and entered eternal rest. Born on December 2, 1960, in Opelousas, Louisiana, he was the cherished first child of ten born to Morman Richard II and Ruth Ann (Martel) Richard.
Affectionately known as “Tony”, he was deeply devoted to his family, who held him in the highest regard. Tony...
Tyler James LeBlanc
Sep 17, 2025
Tyler James LeBlanc, 32, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 17, 2025, in Orange.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Shane Stankus with Liberty Baptist Church in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.,...
Joe R. Kelley
Sep 16, 2025
Joe R. Kelley, 89, of Hemphill, Texas, passed away on September 16, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 19, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be grandson, Dustin Tilley. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park in Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 10:00 a.m.,...
Mary Ann Callahan
Sep 15, 2025
Mary Ann Callahan, 81, of Pearcy, Arkansas, passed away on September 15, 2025, at Sunshine Valley Place.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Bell. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 24,...
Matthew Lawrence Lucher
Sep 15, 2025
Matthew Lawrence Lucher, 58, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 15, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Boa Zampini. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Saturday,...
Beulah "Mae" Cormier Dougharty Brown
Sep 13, 2025
Beulah “Mae” Cormier Dougharty Brown, 94, formerly of Orange & Buna, Texas passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025 at Matagorda Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Bay City, Texas.
All services will be held at St. Maurice Catholic Church in Mauriceville on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Visitation will begin at 9:00am and rosary at 10:00am. A Mass of Christian Burial will...
Carey Green
Sep 12, 2025
Carey William Green
(November 20th, 1957- September 12th, 2025)
Carey William Green, 67, of Sherman, Texas passed away peacefully on September 12th, 2025, with his loving family by his side.
Carey was born in Orange, Texas on November 20th, 1957 to William and Betty Green. He graduated from Bridge City high school in 1976, where he was a member of the Vocational Industrial...
Gail Ann Green
Sep 11, 2025
Gail Ann Green, 85, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 11, 2025, in Vidor.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Officiating will be Chaplain Jason Richards of Three Oaks Hospice.
Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m., Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in...
John Wallace Premeaux
Sep 10, 2025
John Wallace Premeaux, 83, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 10, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, September 15, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Gary McCormick and Dan Cruse. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in West Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the...
Debra Naralene Shorten
Sep 10, 2025
Debra Naralene Shorten, 68, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 10, 2025, at home.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at New Hope Church of God in Vidor. Officiating will be Pastor Johnny Creasong. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, September 15, 2025,...
Bobbie Jean (Hilton) Ferguson
Sep 30, 2025
Bobbie Jean (Hilton) Ferguson, 80, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 30, 2025, at home surrounded by her loved ones.
Born in Haslam, Texas, on October 6, 2025, she was the daughter of Leon C. Hilton and Dovie (Plunkett) Hilton.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Leon and Dovie Hitlon; husband, Wayne Ferguson; as well as beloved brothers and...
Wade Lynn Nelms
Sep 29, 2025
Wade Lynn Nelms, 79, of Deweyville, Texas, passed away on September 28, 2025, at home.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, October 2, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Deweyville. Officiating will be Reverend Damon Bickham. Burial will follow at Deweyville Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at First Baptist Church in...
Lisa Marie Brayton Stanley-Granger
Sep 27, 2025
Lisa Marie Brayton Stanley-Granger, 44 of Orangefield, Texas, passed away in Houston Texas on September 27, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family.
Lisa Marie was born on March 10, 1981, in Beaumont, Texas.
She attended Bridge City ISD and in 1998 she graduated from Parkview in Sulphur LA. Shortly after her graduation, Lisa enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp.
She loved hanging out...
Ann Gonzales
Sep 26, 2025
Ann Gonzales, 58, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 26, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
A Memorial Gathering will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 2, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on October 16, 1966, she was the daughter of Edward Gonzales and Charlotte Gonzales (Fontenot). She was a...
Margene Smith Mitchell
Sep 26, 2025
On September 26, 2025, Margene Mitchell entered peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ at the age of 92. A life well-lived and well-loved, Margene’s journey was one marked by unwavering faith, steady devotion, and a servant’s heart that reflected Christ in both word and deed.
Born on May 15, 1933, in Philadelphia, Mississippi, Margene was...
Barbara Ann Battle Ramirez
Sep 23, 2025
Barbara Ann Battle Ramirez, 73, of Orange, Texas, passed away at home on September 23, 2025.
Born in Dayton, Texas, on February 4, 1952, Barbara lived a life filled with creativity, compassion, and connection. She worked for many years as a secretary then an insurance clerk in doctors’ offices, always bringing warmth and kindness to those she served.
Barbara’s heart was happiest...
Kennith "Papa Ken" Johnson
Sep 23, 2025
Kennith “Papa Ken” Johnson 90, of Bridge City, Texas passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 4:00 p.m., at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Mark Bunch of St. Paul Methodist Church of Bridge City. A private burial will take place at a later date at...
Anita Janeanne King
Sep 20, 2025
Anita Janeanne "Jan" King, 92, of Bridge City, TX, entered into the presence of the Lord on September 20, 2025.
Born in Cherokee, OK, on June 2, 1933, Jan was the daughter of J. Herbert Smith and Mary Lorraine Roller Smith. While in college she met and married her loving husband of 56 years, Melvin "Mel" E. King. Together they had...
Patricia "Patti" Gay Williams
Sep 20, 2025
Patricia “Patti” Gay Williams, 61, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on September 20, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 26, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Mauriceville. Officiating will be Brother Kevin Brown. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday,...
Gary Allen Hudson
Sep 20, 2025
Gary Allen Hudson, born on July 22, 1961, in Orange, Texas, passed away on September 20, 2025. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Gary dedicated years of his life as a K-9 Handler, demonstrating remarkable passion and unwavering commitment to his career.
Gary was known for his extraordinary sense of humor and remained a source of laughter in...
Morman Joseph "Tony" Richard, III
Sep 18, 2025
On Thursday, September 18, 2025, Morman Joseph Richard, III departed this life and entered eternal rest. Born on December 2, 1960, in Opelousas, Louisiana, he was the cherished first child of ten born to Morman Richard II and Ruth Ann (Martel) Richard.
Affectionately known as “Tony”, he was deeply devoted to his family, who held him in the highest regard. Tony...
Tyler James LeBlanc
Sep 17, 2025
Tyler James LeBlanc, 32, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 17, 2025, in Orange.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Shane Stankus with Liberty Baptist Church in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.,...
Joe R. Kelley
Sep 16, 2025
Joe R. Kelley, 89, of Hemphill, Texas, passed away on September 16, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 19, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be grandson, Dustin Tilley. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park in Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 10:00 a.m.,...
Mary Ann Callahan
Sep 15, 2025
Mary Ann Callahan, 81, of Pearcy, Arkansas, passed away on September 15, 2025, at Sunshine Valley Place.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Bell. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 24,...
Matthew Lawrence Lucher
Sep 15, 2025
Matthew Lawrence Lucher, 58, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 15, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Boa Zampini. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Saturday,...
Beulah "Mae" Cormier Dougharty Brown
Sep 13, 2025
Beulah “Mae” Cormier Dougharty Brown, 94, formerly of Orange & Buna, Texas passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025 at Matagorda Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Bay City, Texas.
All services will be held at St. Maurice Catholic Church in Mauriceville on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Visitation will begin at 9:00am and rosary at 10:00am. A Mass of Christian Burial will...
Carey Green
Sep 12, 2025
Carey William Green
(November 20th, 1957- September 12th, 2025)
Carey William Green, 67, of Sherman, Texas passed away peacefully on September 12th, 2025, with his loving family by his side.
Carey was born in Orange, Texas on November 20th, 1957 to William and Betty Green. He graduated from Bridge City high school in 1976, where he was a member of the Vocational Industrial...
Gail Ann Green
Sep 11, 2025
Gail Ann Green, 85, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 11, 2025, in Vidor.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Officiating will be Chaplain Jason Richards of Three Oaks Hospice.
Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m., Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in...
John Wallace Premeaux
Sep 10, 2025
John Wallace Premeaux, 83, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 10, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, September 15, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Gary McCormick and Dan Cruse. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in West Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the...
Debra Naralene Shorten
Sep 10, 2025
Debra Naralene Shorten, 68, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 10, 2025, at home.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at New Hope Church of God in Vidor. Officiating will be Pastor Johnny Creasong. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, September 15, 2025,...