Obituaries for

Claybar Funeral Home

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

Delbert Ray Taylor

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Judith Ann "Judy" Morris

Judith Ann "Judy" Morris

May 9, 2025

Judith Ann “Judy” Morris, 79, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 9, 2025, at St. Lukes Hospital in Houston.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Bell. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange.

Visitation will begin prior to the service...

Quincy Rex Procell

Quincy Rex Procell

May 8, 2025

Quincy Rex Procell, 80, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 8, 2025, at his home surrounded by loved ones.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Freddie Anderson of 9th and Elm Church of Christ.

Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 1:00 p.m.,...

Billy Raye Russell

Billy Raye Russell

May 8, 2025

Billy Raye Russell

The last son of Clarence and Ethel Russell was finally able to join his parents and his 12 siblings for a joyful family reunion in Heaven on May 8, 2025.

Bill and his twin sister Gloria (Sissy) Granger were born on February 6th, 1941, in Swartz, Louisiana. Sissy always joked over the years saying, “It’s the first time he...

Norma Rae Free

Norma Rae Free

May 5, 2025

Norma Rae Free

Norma Rae Free, lovingly known as “Meme” by her family, passed away peacefully at her home on May 5, 2025, at the age of 94.

Born April 2, 1931, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, to Otho John and Iona Bell Jennings Middleton, she was raised in Marthaville, Louisiana, with a strong foundation of faith, family, and hard work values that shaped...

Charles Elliott Atkinson

Charles Elliott Atkinson

May 5, 2025

Charles Elliott Atkinson, 84, of Bridge City, passed away on May 5, 2025, at home surrounded by family.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Bridge Point Fellowship Church at 1355 W Round Bunch Rd, Bridge City, TX 77611. Officiating will be Reverend Ryan Holland. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park Cemetery in...

Bruce Wayne Mayfield

Bruce Wayne Mayfield

May 4, 2025

Bruce “Wayne” Mayfield, 80, of Vinton, Louisiana, passed away on May 4, 2025, at West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, May 19, 2025, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on January 15,...

Larry Michael Webb

Larry Michael Webb

May 4, 2025

Larry Michael Webb, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on May 4, 2025, at 3:12 p.m., surrounded by the family he cherished. He was 74 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas.

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Saturday,...

Wynn Reese

Wynn Reese

May 3, 2025

Wyndal Paul “Wynn” Reese, 54, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 3, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Friday May 9, 2025, at Old First Orange Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Steve Allen. Following Wynn’s wishes, cremation will follow services under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Visitation will be...

Leah Rea Johansson

Leah Rea Johansson

Apr 30, 2025

Leah Rea Johansson, 74, a cherished educator, devoted mother, and beloved friend, passed away on April 30, 2025, in Livingston, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, May 9, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Darrell Segura.

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 12:00 p.m., Friday, May 9, 2025, at First...

Victor John Viator

Victor John Viator

Apr 28, 2025

Victor John Viator, 65, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on April 28, 2025.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 2, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Harland Strother, of Cowboy Church of Orange. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.,...

John Henry Patronella

John Henry Patronella

Apr 26, 2025

John Henry Patronella, 87, of Buna, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, at home.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with a rosery to start at 7:00 p.m.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will...

Betty L. Wingate

Betty L. Wingate

Apr 25, 2025

Betty L. Wingate, of West Orange, Texas, passed this life Friday, April 25, 2025, at The Haven Assisted Living in Lumberton, Texas.

Betty was born in Orange, Texas, on August 28, 1927, to Norman and Eunice Barber and later acquired stepfather, R. D. LaBove. Betty married her love and to be lifelong companion Samuel E. Wingate on August 6, 1944, while...

Barbara Lee Klein

Barbara Lee Klein

Apr 24, 2025

Barbara Lee Klein, 79, of Orange, passed away on April 24, 2025, in Orange.

Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 2, 2025, at Forest Park East in League City.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. TO 8:00 p.m., Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in League City, Texas, on October 16, 1945, she was the daughter...

Lillie Lorraine Gordey

Lillie Lorraine Gordey

Apr 23, 2025

Lillie Lorraine Gordey, 70, of Bridge City Texas, passed away peacefully at home on April 23, 2025.

Born on July 13, 1954, in Orange, Texas, Lillie was the daughter of Walter D. Hoffpauir and Sarah (Ousley) Hoffpauir. She spent many dedicated years working as a clerk in the insurance industry. Beyond her professional life, Lillie’s heart found its true calling in...

Delbert Ray Taylor

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Judith Ann "Judy" Morris

Judith Ann "Judy" Morris

May 9, 2025

Judith Ann “Judy” Morris, 79, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 9, 2025, at St. Lukes Hospital in Houston.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Bell. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange.

Visitation will begin prior to the service...

Quincy Rex Procell

Quincy Rex Procell

May 8, 2025

Quincy Rex Procell, 80, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 8, 2025, at his home surrounded by loved ones.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Freddie Anderson of 9th and Elm Church of Christ.

Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 1:00 p.m.,...

Billy Raye Russell

Billy Raye Russell

May 8, 2025

Billy Raye Russell

The last son of Clarence and Ethel Russell was finally able to join his parents and his 12 siblings for a joyful family reunion in Heaven on May 8, 2025.

Bill and his twin sister Gloria (Sissy) Granger were born on February 6th, 1941, in Swartz, Louisiana. Sissy always joked over the years saying, “It’s the first time he...

Norma Rae Free

Norma Rae Free

May 5, 2025

Norma Rae Free

Norma Rae Free, lovingly known as “Meme” by her family, passed away peacefully at her home on May 5, 2025, at the age of 94.

Born April 2, 1931, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, to Otho John and Iona Bell Jennings Middleton, she was raised in Marthaville, Louisiana, with a strong foundation of faith, family, and hard work values that shaped...

Charles Elliott Atkinson

Charles Elliott Atkinson

May 5, 2025

Charles Elliott Atkinson, 84, of Bridge City, passed away on May 5, 2025, at home surrounded by family.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Bridge Point Fellowship Church at 1355 W Round Bunch Rd, Bridge City, TX 77611. Officiating will be Reverend Ryan Holland. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park Cemetery in...

Bruce Wayne Mayfield

Bruce Wayne Mayfield

May 4, 2025

Bruce “Wayne” Mayfield, 80, of Vinton, Louisiana, passed away on May 4, 2025, at West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, May 19, 2025, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on January 15,...

Larry Michael Webb

Larry Michael Webb

May 4, 2025

Larry Michael Webb, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on May 4, 2025, at 3:12 p.m., surrounded by the family he cherished. He was 74 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas.

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Saturday,...

Wynn Reese

Wynn Reese

May 3, 2025

Wyndal Paul “Wynn” Reese, 54, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 3, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Friday May 9, 2025, at Old First Orange Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Steve Allen. Following Wynn’s wishes, cremation will follow services under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Visitation will be...

Leah Rea Johansson

Leah Rea Johansson

Apr 30, 2025

Leah Rea Johansson, 74, a cherished educator, devoted mother, and beloved friend, passed away on April 30, 2025, in Livingston, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, May 9, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Darrell Segura.

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 12:00 p.m., Friday, May 9, 2025, at First...

Victor John Viator

Victor John Viator

Apr 28, 2025

Victor John Viator, 65, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on April 28, 2025.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 2, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Harland Strother, of Cowboy Church of Orange. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.,...

John Henry Patronella

John Henry Patronella

Apr 26, 2025

John Henry Patronella, 87, of Buna, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, at home.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with a rosery to start at 7:00 p.m.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will...

Betty L. Wingate

Betty L. Wingate

Apr 25, 2025

Betty L. Wingate, of West Orange, Texas, passed this life Friday, April 25, 2025, at The Haven Assisted Living in Lumberton, Texas.

Betty was born in Orange, Texas, on August 28, 1927, to Norman and Eunice Barber and later acquired stepfather, R. D. LaBove. Betty married her love and to be lifelong companion Samuel E. Wingate on August 6, 1944, while...

Barbara Lee Klein

Barbara Lee Klein

Apr 24, 2025

Barbara Lee Klein, 79, of Orange, passed away on April 24, 2025, in Orange.

Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 2, 2025, at Forest Park East in League City.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. TO 8:00 p.m., Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in League City, Texas, on October 16, 1945, she was the daughter...

Lillie Lorraine Gordey

Lillie Lorraine Gordey

Apr 23, 2025

Lillie Lorraine Gordey, 70, of Bridge City Texas, passed away peacefully at home on April 23, 2025.

Born on July 13, 1954, in Orange, Texas, Lillie was the daughter of Walter D. Hoffpauir and Sarah (Ousley) Hoffpauir. She spent many dedicated years working as a clerk in the insurance industry. Beyond her professional life, Lillie’s heart found its true calling in...

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