Obituaries for

Claybar Funeral Home

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Gloria Mae Fruge Wade

Gloria Mae Fruge Wade

Mar 18, 2020

Gloria Mae Fruge Wade, 91, passed away peacefully on, March 18, 2020, in Harbor Hospice Harbor House of Beaumont, Texas. Gloria was born in Arnaudville, LA to Edward Fruge and Zula Guilbeau Alleman. She was preceded in death by her husband Gareld (Jerry) Delbert Wade, former son-in-law Jimmy Fetters, sister Sylvia Moran, niece Debra Leger' Dean, and brothers in law,...

Molley Abshier

Molley Abshier

Mar 16, 2020

Molley Abshier, 64, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 16, 2020, in Port Arthur, Texas. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on February 28, 1956, she was the daughter of John Dixon and Agnes (Hoffpauir) Dixon. Molley was an excellent seamstress who loved to sew, embroider, and was locally famous for her handmade Christmas stockings. She enjoyed cooking new things...

Henry L. Reese, Sr.

Henry L. Reese, Sr.

Mar 16, 2020

Henry L. Reese, Sr., 84, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 16, 2020, at his home in Orange. Private family services will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Gause, Texas, on June 27, 1935, he was the son of Clementine Reese and Frances (Luce) Cudworth. Henry proudly served his country in the...

Roy Glenn Malone

Roy Glenn Malone

Mar 16, 2020

Roy Glenn Malone,83, of Orange, passed away on March 16, 2020, at Magnolia Assisted Living Center in Gonzales, Louisiana. Born in Orange, Texas, on January 22, 1937, he was the son of Hugh Preston Malone and Ella (Peet) Malone. Roy graduated from Little Cypress High School in 1955. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and was...

Emma Jane Arsenault

Emma Jane Arsenault

Mar 14, 2020

Emma “Jane” Arsenault, 67, of Orange, passed away on March 14, 2020, in Beaumont, Texas. Mass of Christian Burial will be 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 17, 2020, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Joseph Daleo. Entombment will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be held prior the service at 12:00 p.m. at...

Charlene Reyna Morgan

Charlene Reyna Morgan

Mar 13, 2020

Charlene Reyna Morgan, 59, of Orange, passed away on March 13, 2020, in Orange. Family services will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on November 15, 1960, she was the daughter of Charles Ray Mitchell and Patricia Ann (Porteau) Mitchell. Charlene loved the lord with all her heart and was...

Gertrude L. Sparks

Gertrude L. Sparks

Mar 12, 2020

Gertrude Sparks, 91, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 12, 2020. Funeral services will be 2 pm, Monday, March 16, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Rob Tibbits of Crossroads Baptist Church in Vinton, Louisiana. Burial will follow at Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Sulphur, Louisiana. Visitation will be prior to the service from...

John "Bubba" Wesley King, Jr.

John "Bubba" Wesley King, Jr.

Mar 12, 2020

John “Bubba” Wesley King, Jr., 64, of Bronson, Texas, formerly of Kentucky, passed away on March 12, 2020, at his home in Bronson. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 16, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Clifford Grounds of Parkway Baptist Church and Bob Logsdon. Visitation will be held prior to...

Mary Louise Smith

Mary Louise Smith

Mar 11, 2020

Mary Louise Smith, 89, of Vidor, passed away on March 11, 2020, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 13, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Bridge City. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 1:00 p.m. at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Palestine, Texas, on...

Howard C. Bass

Howard C. Bass

Mar 10, 2020

Howard C. Bass, 88, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 10, 2020, at his home in Orange. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 13, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Dr. Gary McCormick. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at...

Joan Ortolon Sonnier

Joan Ortolon Sonnier

Mar 10, 2020

Joan Ortolon Sonnier, 77, gained her angel wings and flew up to Heaven on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. She graced the earth with her presence on October 11, 1942 to her parents, Robert James Ortolon, Jr. and Edith Ernestine Mauduit Ortolon at their home in Orangefield, Texas. In December of 1962, she married the love of her life, Byron Henry...

Leisa Lynn Hudson

Leisa Lynn Hudson

Mar 10, 2020

Leisa Lynn Hudson, 60, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 10, 2020, in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, March 15, 2020, at Little Cypress Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor David Turner. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 2:00 p.m., at Little Cypress Baptist Church. Born in Orange,...

Patricia Ann Noel

Patricia Ann Noel

Mar 7, 2020

Patricia Ann Noel, 81, of Orange, passed away on March 7, 2020, in Port Arthur. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 11, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Marty Boddie of Forest Park United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, at...

Joey Mark Walker

Joey Mark Walker

Mar 4, 2020

Joey Mark Walker, 58, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 4, 2020, at home surrounded by his family. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 7, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Anderson. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be held prior to...

Mike Harold Adams

Mike Harold Adams

Mar 4, 2020

Mike Adams, 67, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 4, 2020, in Orange. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 14, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Officiating will be Brother Rob Tibbets, of Crossroads Baptist Church in Vinton, Louisiana. Burial will follow at Nibblets Bluff Cemetery in Starks, Louisiana. Visitation will be from...

Colleen Elizabeth Pachuca

Colleen Elizabeth Pachuca

Mar 3, 2020

Colleen Elizabeth Pachuca, 54, of Orange, passed away on March 3, 2020 in Houston surrounded by family. Funeral services will be 6:30 p.m., Saturday, March 7, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Brad McKenzie. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, at Claybar Funeral Home. Born in Orange, Texas on July...

Inez Robichaux Fournet

Inez Robichaux Fournet

Mar 2, 2020

Inez Robichaux Fournet, 95, of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020, after 71 years of Marriage to Maurice Fournet. Inez was born in St. Martinville, Louisiana on August 2, 1924 to Noe James Robichaux and Elmire Lasseigne Robichaux. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother, who enjoyed caring for people and giving of herself. She enjoyed country...

Chad Tyson Chambless

Chad Tyson Chambless

Mar 2, 2020

Chad Tyson Chambless, 31, of Orangefield, Texas, passed away on March 2, 2020, in Rosenburg, Texas. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 7, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 12:00 p.m. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on June 23, 1988, he was the son of...

Henry Joseph Jeanise

Henry Joseph Jeanise

Mar 2, 2020

Henry Joseph Jeanise, 85, of Orange, Texas passed away on March 2, 2020, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 6, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Tom Haas. Burial will follow at Autumn Oak Memorial Park in Orange. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at...

Winfred J. Leleux

Winfred J. Leleux

Mar 1, 2020

Winfred J. Leleux, 66, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 1, 2020, at his home in Orange. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 6, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on July 4, 1953, he was the son of Wilfred Leleux and Anna May Borque Leleux....

Gloria Mae Fruge Wade

Gloria Mae Fruge Wade

Mar 18, 2020

Gloria Mae Fruge Wade, 91, passed away peacefully on, March 18, 2020, in Harbor Hospice Harbor House of Beaumont, Texas. Gloria was born in Arnaudville, LA to Edward Fruge and Zula Guilbeau Alleman. She was preceded in death by her husband Gareld (Jerry) Delbert Wade, former son-in-law Jimmy Fetters, sister Sylvia Moran, niece Debra Leger' Dean, and brothers in law,...

Molley Abshier

Molley Abshier

Mar 16, 2020

Molley Abshier, 64, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 16, 2020, in Port Arthur, Texas. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on February 28, 1956, she was the daughter of John Dixon and Agnes (Hoffpauir) Dixon. Molley was an excellent seamstress who loved to sew, embroider, and was locally famous for her handmade Christmas stockings. She enjoyed cooking new things...

Henry L. Reese, Sr.

Henry L. Reese, Sr.

Mar 16, 2020

Henry L. Reese, Sr., 84, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 16, 2020, at his home in Orange. Private family services will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Gause, Texas, on June 27, 1935, he was the son of Clementine Reese and Frances (Luce) Cudworth. Henry proudly served his country in the...

Roy Glenn Malone

Roy Glenn Malone

Mar 16, 2020

Roy Glenn Malone,83, of Orange, passed away on March 16, 2020, at Magnolia Assisted Living Center in Gonzales, Louisiana. Born in Orange, Texas, on January 22, 1937, he was the son of Hugh Preston Malone and Ella (Peet) Malone. Roy graduated from Little Cypress High School in 1955. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and was...

Emma Jane Arsenault

Emma Jane Arsenault

Mar 14, 2020

Emma “Jane” Arsenault, 67, of Orange, passed away on March 14, 2020, in Beaumont, Texas. Mass of Christian Burial will be 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 17, 2020, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Joseph Daleo. Entombment will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be held prior the service at 12:00 p.m. at...

Charlene Reyna Morgan

Charlene Reyna Morgan

Mar 13, 2020

Charlene Reyna Morgan, 59, of Orange, passed away on March 13, 2020, in Orange. Family services will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on November 15, 1960, she was the daughter of Charles Ray Mitchell and Patricia Ann (Porteau) Mitchell. Charlene loved the lord with all her heart and was...

Gertrude L. Sparks

Gertrude L. Sparks

Mar 12, 2020

Gertrude Sparks, 91, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 12, 2020. Funeral services will be 2 pm, Monday, March 16, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Rob Tibbits of Crossroads Baptist Church in Vinton, Louisiana. Burial will follow at Mimosa Pines Cemetery in Sulphur, Louisiana. Visitation will be prior to the service from...

John "Bubba" Wesley King, Jr.

John "Bubba" Wesley King, Jr.

Mar 12, 2020

John “Bubba” Wesley King, Jr., 64, of Bronson, Texas, formerly of Kentucky, passed away on March 12, 2020, at his home in Bronson. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 16, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Clifford Grounds of Parkway Baptist Church and Bob Logsdon. Visitation will be held prior to...

Mary Louise Smith

Mary Louise Smith

Mar 11, 2020

Mary Louise Smith, 89, of Vidor, passed away on March 11, 2020, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 13, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Bridge City. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 1:00 p.m. at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Palestine, Texas, on...

Howard C. Bass

Howard C. Bass

Mar 10, 2020

Howard C. Bass, 88, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 10, 2020, at his home in Orange. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 13, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Dr. Gary McCormick. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at...

Joan Ortolon Sonnier

Joan Ortolon Sonnier

Mar 10, 2020

Joan Ortolon Sonnier, 77, gained her angel wings and flew up to Heaven on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. She graced the earth with her presence on October 11, 1942 to her parents, Robert James Ortolon, Jr. and Edith Ernestine Mauduit Ortolon at their home in Orangefield, Texas. In December of 1962, she married the love of her life, Byron Henry...

Leisa Lynn Hudson

Leisa Lynn Hudson

Mar 10, 2020

Leisa Lynn Hudson, 60, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 10, 2020, in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, March 15, 2020, at Little Cypress Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor David Turner. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 2:00 p.m., at Little Cypress Baptist Church. Born in Orange,...

Patricia Ann Noel

Patricia Ann Noel

Mar 7, 2020

Patricia Ann Noel, 81, of Orange, passed away on March 7, 2020, in Port Arthur. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 11, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Marty Boddie of Forest Park United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, at...

Joey Mark Walker

Joey Mark Walker

Mar 4, 2020

Joey Mark Walker, 58, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 4, 2020, at home surrounded by his family. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 7, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Anderson. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be held prior to...

Mike Harold Adams

Mike Harold Adams

Mar 4, 2020

Mike Adams, 67, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 4, 2020, in Orange. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 14, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Officiating will be Brother Rob Tibbets, of Crossroads Baptist Church in Vinton, Louisiana. Burial will follow at Nibblets Bluff Cemetery in Starks, Louisiana. Visitation will be from...

Colleen Elizabeth Pachuca

Colleen Elizabeth Pachuca

Mar 3, 2020

Colleen Elizabeth Pachuca, 54, of Orange, passed away on March 3, 2020 in Houston surrounded by family. Funeral services will be 6:30 p.m., Saturday, March 7, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Brad McKenzie. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, at Claybar Funeral Home. Born in Orange, Texas on July...

Inez Robichaux Fournet

Inez Robichaux Fournet

Mar 2, 2020

Inez Robichaux Fournet, 95, of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020, after 71 years of Marriage to Maurice Fournet. Inez was born in St. Martinville, Louisiana on August 2, 1924 to Noe James Robichaux and Elmire Lasseigne Robichaux. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother, who enjoyed caring for people and giving of herself. She enjoyed country...

Chad Tyson Chambless

Chad Tyson Chambless

Mar 2, 2020

Chad Tyson Chambless, 31, of Orangefield, Texas, passed away on March 2, 2020, in Rosenburg, Texas. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 7, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 12:00 p.m. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on June 23, 1988, he was the son of...

Henry Joseph Jeanise

Henry Joseph Jeanise

Mar 2, 2020

Henry Joseph Jeanise, 85, of Orange, Texas passed away on March 2, 2020, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 6, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Tom Haas. Burial will follow at Autumn Oak Memorial Park in Orange. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at...

Winfred J. Leleux

Winfred J. Leleux

Mar 1, 2020

Winfred J. Leleux, 66, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 1, 2020, at his home in Orange. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 6, 2020, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on July 4, 1953, he was the son of Wilfred Leleux and Anna May Borque Leleux....

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