Obituaries for
Claybar Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones in Orange, Beaumont, Bridge City, TX.
Judy Lynnell Kreymer
May 30, 2025
Judy Lynnell Kreymer, 68, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 30, 2025, in Houston.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Amy Walker.
Born in Port Sulphur, Louisiana, on November 7, 1956, she was the daughter of Robert Warren Singleton and Carolyn Inez Chandler Valentine....
Lawrence Earl Huckabay, Sr.
May 29, 2025
Lawrence Earl Huckabay, Sr., 95, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on May 29, 2025, at his home, surrounded by loved ones.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Father Ernie Carpio. A private family graveside service will be held at Greenlawn...
Ramona Ellen Hunt
May 28, 2025
Ramona Ellen Hunt: A Life of Love, Learning, and Laughter
On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, Ramona Ellen Hunt, affectionately known as Mona, departed this world at the age of 80, returning to her Heavenly Father. Residing in Sugar Land, Texas, Mona lived a life rich with purpose, adventure, and boundless love.
Born in Mount Holly, New Jersey, on August 25, 1944, Mona...
Melba Hebert Bodin McCabe
May 28, 2025
Melba Hebert Bodin McCabe, 81, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 28, 2025, at Bonne Vie Nursing home in Port Arthur, Texas.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at St. Helen Catholic Church in Orangefield. Officiating will be Reverend Michael Strother. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves.
Visitation will be from 5:00...
Kenneth "Ray Ray" LeBlanc
May 27, 2025
Kenneth “Ray Ray” Leblanc
It is with great sadness that the family of Kenneth Leblanc announces his passing at St. Luke’s hospital in Houston holding his, in his words, awesomely amazing son’s hand on May 28, 2025, at the age of 58. He was born on April 21, 1967, in Port Arthur, Texas to parents, Paul and Rose Leblanc.
Ray Ray will...
William James "Jimmy" Hubbard, Sr.
May 25, 2025
William James “Jimmy” Hubbard, Sr., 71, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 25, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 30, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Bell. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 30, 2025,...
Nikki Michelle Whitehead
May 21, 2025
Nikki Michelle Whitehead, 46, of Nederland, Texas, passed away on May 21, 2025.
Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on August 17, 1978, she was the daughter of Herbert Whitehead and Charlotte Whitehead Cammack. Nikki treasured her family above all else, finding immense joy in the moments shared with them. Her children were the light of her life, and she dedicated herself...
Donald Foy Freeman
May 21, 2025
Donald Foy Freeman, 78, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 21, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend John Bickham.
Visitation will begin at 4:00 p.m., May 29, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Purcell, Oklahoma, on March 27,...
Mack Dwight Smith
May 20, 2025
Mack Dwight Smith, 79, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 20, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 23, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Strother. Burial will follow at Wilkinson Cemetery in Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Friday, May 23, 2025,...
Sonya René LeBlanc
May 19, 2025
Sonya René LeBlanc, 60, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 19, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Orange First Church of the Nazarene in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Larry Brooks. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 10:00 a.m., Saturday,...
Lonnie Lester Givens
May 17, 2025
Lonnie Lester Givens, 75, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 17, 2025, in Beaumont.
The family will be holding a celebration of life to honor Lonnie at a later date.
Born in Yellow Pine, Alabama, on August 31, 1949, he was the son of Sweety Givens and Louella Smith Givens. For 17 years, Lonnie was the proud owner of the Capistrano...
Susan Lynn Cannon
May 15, 2025
Susan Lynn Cannon, 62, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 15, 2025, in Orange.
Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Orange, Texas, on June 7, 1962, she was the daughter of William “ Billy” Cannon and Nancy Corder Breaux. Throughout her life, Susan dedicated herself to...
Richard Lee LeBlanc
May 14, 2025
Richard Lee LeBlanc, 80, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on May 14, 2025, at his home in Bridge City.
A memorial mass will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 23, 2025, at St Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Antony Paulose. Burial will follow at St Mary Catholic Cemetery in Orange.
Visitation will be from 12:30 p.m....
Tony Dallas
May 14, 2025
Tony was born January 31, 1966, and died on May 14, 2025. Born to the late Bennie Owens and later adopted by John Dallas, he lived the majority of his life in Orange, Texas.
Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 26, 2025 at West Orange-Cove CISD Event Center in West Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Barry Bradley.
Visitation will begin...
Delbert Ray Taylor
May 14, 2025
Delbert Ray Taylor, born on September 21, 1938, in Hillister, Texas, passed away on May 14, 2025, at the age of 86 in Orange, Texas, surrounded by loved ones. Throughout his life, Delbert made a significant impact on both his family and community, exemplifying dedication, humor, and resolve in all his endeavors.
A master carpenter by trade, Delbert travelled across the...
Alva Jane Slaydon-Moore
May 13, 2025
Alva Jane Slaydon-Moore, born on August 23, 1941, in DeRidder, Louisiana, passed away on May 13, 2025, at her home in Orange, Texas. Alva was a beloved member of her family, cherished as a wonderful mother and wife. She was affectionately known as "Memaw" or "Maw Maw" to her grandchildren, who she loved and treasured.
Alva enjoyed cooking, particularly delighting her...
Mary Elizabeth "Beth" Braus
May 13, 2025
Mary Elizabeth (Beth) Braus, 85 years old, of Bridge City, Texas died May 13, 2025.
Visitation will be at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 1:00 pm. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, May 18, 2025. Pastor Josh Fults of First Baptist Church in Orange will be officiating.
Beth Braus was born...
Erena Rose Peveto
May 12, 2025
Erena Rose Peveto, 21 days, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 12, 2025, at home with her mom and dad.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Clifton Rankin. Burial will follow at Wilkinson Cemetery.
Born in Beaumont, Texas, on April 21, 2025, she was the...
Brenda Gail Fisher
May 11, 2025
Brenda Gail Fisher, 73, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 11, 2025, in Orangefield.
Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Wyatt Weir. A graveside service will be held Friday, May 16, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Central Cemetery in Robeline, Louisiana.
Visitation will be from 2:00...
Lily James Thibodeaux
May 9, 2025
Lily James was born at 5:05 pm on May 5th, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. Even before she entered this world, she was deeply loved and eagerly awaited by her family and so many others. Though her time with us was heartbreakingly brief, Lily left an indelible mark on our hearts.
God had a different plan for our precious Lily Girl. In...
Judy Lynnell Kreymer
May 30, 2025
Judy Lynnell Kreymer, 68, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 30, 2025, in Houston.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Amy Walker.
Born in Port Sulphur, Louisiana, on November 7, 1956, she was the daughter of Robert Warren Singleton and Carolyn Inez Chandler Valentine....
Lawrence Earl Huckabay, Sr.
May 29, 2025
Lawrence Earl Huckabay, Sr., 95, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on May 29, 2025, at his home, surrounded by loved ones.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Father Ernie Carpio. A private family graveside service will be held at Greenlawn...
Ramona Ellen Hunt
May 28, 2025
Ramona Ellen Hunt: A Life of Love, Learning, and Laughter
On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, Ramona Ellen Hunt, affectionately known as Mona, departed this world at the age of 80, returning to her Heavenly Father. Residing in Sugar Land, Texas, Mona lived a life rich with purpose, adventure, and boundless love.
Born in Mount Holly, New Jersey, on August 25, 1944, Mona...
Melba Hebert Bodin McCabe
May 28, 2025
Melba Hebert Bodin McCabe, 81, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 28, 2025, at Bonne Vie Nursing home in Port Arthur, Texas.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at St. Helen Catholic Church in Orangefield. Officiating will be Reverend Michael Strother. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves.
Visitation will be from 5:00...
Kenneth "Ray Ray" LeBlanc
May 27, 2025
Kenneth “Ray Ray” Leblanc
It is with great sadness that the family of Kenneth Leblanc announces his passing at St. Luke’s hospital in Houston holding his, in his words, awesomely amazing son’s hand on May 28, 2025, at the age of 58. He was born on April 21, 1967, in Port Arthur, Texas to parents, Paul and Rose Leblanc.
Ray Ray will...
William James "Jimmy" Hubbard, Sr.
May 25, 2025
William James “Jimmy” Hubbard, Sr., 71, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 25, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 30, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Bell. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 30, 2025,...
Nikki Michelle Whitehead
May 21, 2025
Nikki Michelle Whitehead, 46, of Nederland, Texas, passed away on May 21, 2025.
Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on August 17, 1978, she was the daughter of Herbert Whitehead and Charlotte Whitehead Cammack. Nikki treasured her family above all else, finding immense joy in the moments shared with them. Her children were the light of her life, and she dedicated herself...
Donald Foy Freeman
May 21, 2025
Donald Foy Freeman, 78, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 21, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend John Bickham.
Visitation will begin at 4:00 p.m., May 29, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Purcell, Oklahoma, on March 27,...
Mack Dwight Smith
May 20, 2025
Mack Dwight Smith, 79, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 20, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 23, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Strother. Burial will follow at Wilkinson Cemetery in Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Friday, May 23, 2025,...
Sonya René LeBlanc
May 19, 2025
Sonya René LeBlanc, 60, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 19, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Orange First Church of the Nazarene in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Larry Brooks. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 10:00 a.m., Saturday,...
Lonnie Lester Givens
May 17, 2025
Lonnie Lester Givens, 75, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 17, 2025, in Beaumont.
The family will be holding a celebration of life to honor Lonnie at a later date.
Born in Yellow Pine, Alabama, on August 31, 1949, he was the son of Sweety Givens and Louella Smith Givens. For 17 years, Lonnie was the proud owner of the Capistrano...
Susan Lynn Cannon
May 15, 2025
Susan Lynn Cannon, 62, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 15, 2025, in Orange.
Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Orange, Texas, on June 7, 1962, she was the daughter of William “ Billy” Cannon and Nancy Corder Breaux. Throughout her life, Susan dedicated herself to...
Richard Lee LeBlanc
May 14, 2025
Richard Lee LeBlanc, 80, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on May 14, 2025, at his home in Bridge City.
A memorial mass will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 23, 2025, at St Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Antony Paulose. Burial will follow at St Mary Catholic Cemetery in Orange.
Visitation will be from 12:30 p.m....
Tony Dallas
May 14, 2025
Tony was born January 31, 1966, and died on May 14, 2025. Born to the late Bennie Owens and later adopted by John Dallas, he lived the majority of his life in Orange, Texas.
Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 26, 2025 at West Orange-Cove CISD Event Center in West Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Barry Bradley.
Visitation will begin...
Delbert Ray Taylor
May 14, 2025
Delbert Ray Taylor, born on September 21, 1938, in Hillister, Texas, passed away on May 14, 2025, at the age of 86 in Orange, Texas, surrounded by loved ones. Throughout his life, Delbert made a significant impact on both his family and community, exemplifying dedication, humor, and resolve in all his endeavors.
A master carpenter by trade, Delbert travelled across the...
Alva Jane Slaydon-Moore
May 13, 2025
Alva Jane Slaydon-Moore, born on August 23, 1941, in DeRidder, Louisiana, passed away on May 13, 2025, at her home in Orange, Texas. Alva was a beloved member of her family, cherished as a wonderful mother and wife. She was affectionately known as "Memaw" or "Maw Maw" to her grandchildren, who she loved and treasured.
Alva enjoyed cooking, particularly delighting her...
Mary Elizabeth "Beth" Braus
May 13, 2025
Mary Elizabeth (Beth) Braus, 85 years old, of Bridge City, Texas died May 13, 2025.
Visitation will be at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 1:00 pm. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, May 18, 2025. Pastor Josh Fults of First Baptist Church in Orange will be officiating.
Beth Braus was born...
Erena Rose Peveto
May 12, 2025
Erena Rose Peveto, 21 days, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 12, 2025, at home with her mom and dad.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Clifton Rankin. Burial will follow at Wilkinson Cemetery.
Born in Beaumont, Texas, on April 21, 2025, she was the...
Brenda Gail Fisher
May 11, 2025
Brenda Gail Fisher, 73, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 11, 2025, in Orangefield.
Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Wyatt Weir. A graveside service will be held Friday, May 16, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Central Cemetery in Robeline, Louisiana.
Visitation will be from 2:00...
Lily James Thibodeaux
May 9, 2025
Lily James was born at 5:05 pm on May 5th, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. Even before she entered this world, she was deeply loved and eagerly awaited by her family and so many others. Though her time with us was heartbreakingly brief, Lily left an indelible mark on our hearts.
God had a different plan for our precious Lily Girl. In...



