Obituaries for
Claybar Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones in Orange, Beaumont, Bridge City, TX.
Jerry Douglas Manning
Feb 24, 2025
Jerry Douglas Manning
Jerry Douglas Manning, 82, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 24, 2025.
Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 8, 2025, at North Orange Baptist Church in Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 9:00 a.m., Saturday, March 8, 2025, at North Orange Baptist Church in Orange.
Born in Orange, Texas, on June 27, 1942,...
Nolan Jay Foreman
Feb 22, 2025
Nolan Jay Foreman, 83, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 22, 2025, at his home in Orange.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Burial will take place at a later date at Houston National Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Claybar Funeral...
Rebecca Tennison Sparks
Feb 19, 2025
Rebecca “Becky” Tennison Sparks
Born on September 28, 1959 – Passed away on February 19, 2025
Becky was born in Lubbock, Texas, to parents William “Bill” Tennison and Darlene Burrows Tennison.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Darlene Tennison; her paternal grandparents, Lillie Mae Keen Tennison and Willie Tennison; her maternal grandparents, Beulah and Dr. Lilburn Burrows; her father-in-law...
Jerrie Nell Cady
Feb 18, 2025
Jerrie Nell Cady
Jerrie Nell Cady, 91, of Nederland, Texas, passed away on February 18, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Keith Royal. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00...
Steven Riley James
Feb 17, 2025
Steven Riley James
Steven Riley James, 76, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on February 17, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont.
Memorial services will be held at 6:00 p.m., Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Darrell Segura and Johnny Miller.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 5:00 p.m., February 22, 2025, at...
Winona Wiley Word
Feb 16, 2025
Winona Wiley Word
Winona Wiley Word, 66, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 16, 2025, in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 22, 2025, at St. Paul CME Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Gary Chalk. Burial will follow at Hollywood Cemetery in Orange.
Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 22, 2025, at...
Elberta “Bertie” Updike Herman
Feb 12, 2025
Elberta “Bertie” Updike Herman, passed away on February 12, 2025. Bertie was born in Springfield Township, Franklin County, Indiana on June 2, 1932, to Roland and Sylvia (Hinds) Updike.
In addition to her parents, Bertie was preceded in death by her husband, W. M. “Butch” Herman, and her brother, Donald R. Updike.
She is survived by her daughter, Brenda Herman; son, Brandal...
Louise Dolle Fuselier
Feb 12, 2025
Louise Dolle Fuselier
Louise Dolle Fuselier passed away peacefully on Wednesday February 12, 2025.
She was born in Seguin, Texas on November 5, 1932, to Henry and Frances Dolle. She was raised with her sister, Betty Ann, in a home built by her father on a portion of land nestled between both sets of her grandparents. She graduated as salutatorian from...
Doyle Hinds, Jr.
Feb 12, 2025
Doyle Hinds, Jr., 66, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 12, 2025, in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Barry Bradley. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Claybar Funeral...
Artell John "A.J." Lemoine, Jr.
Feb 12, 2025
A.J. was born in Port Arthur, Texas, and passed away on February 12, 2025, at Houston Methodist Hospital, with his loving wife, Bobbie, by his side. A.J. adored his family and friends with all of his heart. He was a retired pipefitter, Local 195. A.J. never met a stranger and was a loving and devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle, great...
Thomas Whitney Hebert
Feb 11, 2025
Thomas Whitney Hebert, 76, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on February 11, 2025, at home.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 17, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Keith Royal. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, February 16, 2025, at...
Phyllis Anne Jackman Ryan
Feb 9, 2025
PHYLLIS ANNE JACKMAN RYAN
Born in Saskatchewan, Canada on September 2, 1927, the family moved to farm in Kossuth County, Iowa when Phyllis was 7 years old. She grew up attending a one-room country school and, determined to go to college, her parents moved to Ames, Iowa so that she could attend Iowa State. She married soon after graduation and moved...
Johnny Paul Ray
Feb 7, 2025
Johnny Paul Ray
Johnny Paul Ray, 53, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on February 7, 2025, in Beaumont.
A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.
Born in Orange, Texas, on November 24, 1971, he was the son of Paul Ray and Shirley Sellers. Johnny made a name for himself as a skilled boat motor mechanic, a career...
Marilyn Carol Prewitt
Feb 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marilyn Carol Hilliard Prewitt, a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, who peacefully departed this life to be with Jesus on February 7, 2025, at the age of 72 in her home surrounded by family. Her warmth, generosity, and love will forever be cherished by all...
Janet Lee Hebert
Feb 7, 2025
Our mother, Janet Lee Graves Hebert, 86, passed away on February 7, 2025, at home.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
She was born in Forrest City, Missouri...
James "Bubba" Leslie Harkness
Feb 6, 2025
James “Bubba” Leslie Harkness, 70, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 6, 2025, at his home in Orange.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Seth Williams. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday,...
Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler
Feb 5, 2025
Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler
November 24, 1952 – February 5, 2025
Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 5th at the age of 72. Born on November 24, 1952, in Orange, Texas, to Barbara Ella Smith Kelly and Earl Lemiel Kelley, Judy grew up surrounded by the love of her six siblings—Laura Ann,...
Donald "Don" Ray Dunaway
Feb 5, 2025
Donald “Don” Ray Dunaway, 85, of Buna, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2025, at his home in Buna.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home...
Anne Arsenault Granger
Feb 5, 2025
Anne Arsenault Granger
Anne Arsenault Granger, 68, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange.
Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, February 10, 2025,...
John Ellis Murdock, Jr.
Feb 5, 2025
John Ellis Murdock, Jr.
John Ellis Murdock, Jr., 82, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2025, after a lengthy illness.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, February 10, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Mr. Jody Heckathorn. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at...
Jerry Douglas Manning
Feb 24, 2025
Jerry Douglas Manning
Jerry Douglas Manning, 82, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 24, 2025.
Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 8, 2025, at North Orange Baptist Church in Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 9:00 a.m., Saturday, March 8, 2025, at North Orange Baptist Church in Orange.
Born in Orange, Texas, on June 27, 1942,...
Nolan Jay Foreman
Feb 22, 2025
Nolan Jay Foreman, 83, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 22, 2025, at his home in Orange.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Burial will take place at a later date at Houston National Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Claybar Funeral...
Rebecca Tennison Sparks
Feb 19, 2025
Rebecca “Becky” Tennison Sparks
Born on September 28, 1959 – Passed away on February 19, 2025
Becky was born in Lubbock, Texas, to parents William “Bill” Tennison and Darlene Burrows Tennison.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Darlene Tennison; her paternal grandparents, Lillie Mae Keen Tennison and Willie Tennison; her maternal grandparents, Beulah and Dr. Lilburn Burrows; her father-in-law...
Jerrie Nell Cady
Feb 18, 2025
Jerrie Nell Cady
Jerrie Nell Cady, 91, of Nederland, Texas, passed away on February 18, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Keith Royal. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00...
Steven Riley James
Feb 17, 2025
Steven Riley James
Steven Riley James, 76, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on February 17, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont.
Memorial services will be held at 6:00 p.m., Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Darrell Segura and Johnny Miller.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 5:00 p.m., February 22, 2025, at...
Winona Wiley Word
Feb 16, 2025
Winona Wiley Word
Winona Wiley Word, 66, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 16, 2025, in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 22, 2025, at St. Paul CME Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Gary Chalk. Burial will follow at Hollywood Cemetery in Orange.
Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 22, 2025, at...
Elberta “Bertie” Updike Herman
Feb 12, 2025
Elberta “Bertie” Updike Herman, passed away on February 12, 2025. Bertie was born in Springfield Township, Franklin County, Indiana on June 2, 1932, to Roland and Sylvia (Hinds) Updike.
In addition to her parents, Bertie was preceded in death by her husband, W. M. “Butch” Herman, and her brother, Donald R. Updike.
She is survived by her daughter, Brenda Herman; son, Brandal...
Louise Dolle Fuselier
Feb 12, 2025
Louise Dolle Fuselier
Louise Dolle Fuselier passed away peacefully on Wednesday February 12, 2025.
She was born in Seguin, Texas on November 5, 1932, to Henry and Frances Dolle. She was raised with her sister, Betty Ann, in a home built by her father on a portion of land nestled between both sets of her grandparents. She graduated as salutatorian from...
Doyle Hinds, Jr.
Feb 12, 2025
Doyle Hinds, Jr., 66, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 12, 2025, in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Barry Bradley. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Claybar Funeral...
Artell John "A.J." Lemoine, Jr.
Feb 12, 2025
A.J. was born in Port Arthur, Texas, and passed away on February 12, 2025, at Houston Methodist Hospital, with his loving wife, Bobbie, by his side. A.J. adored his family and friends with all of his heart. He was a retired pipefitter, Local 195. A.J. never met a stranger and was a loving and devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle, great...
Thomas Whitney Hebert
Feb 11, 2025
Thomas Whitney Hebert, 76, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on February 11, 2025, at home.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 17, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Keith Royal. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, February 16, 2025, at...
Phyllis Anne Jackman Ryan
Feb 9, 2025
PHYLLIS ANNE JACKMAN RYAN
Born in Saskatchewan, Canada on September 2, 1927, the family moved to farm in Kossuth County, Iowa when Phyllis was 7 years old. She grew up attending a one-room country school and, determined to go to college, her parents moved to Ames, Iowa so that she could attend Iowa State. She married soon after graduation and moved...
Johnny Paul Ray
Feb 7, 2025
Johnny Paul Ray
Johnny Paul Ray, 53, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on February 7, 2025, in Beaumont.
A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.
Born in Orange, Texas, on November 24, 1971, he was the son of Paul Ray and Shirley Sellers. Johnny made a name for himself as a skilled boat motor mechanic, a career...
Marilyn Carol Prewitt
Feb 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marilyn Carol Hilliard Prewitt, a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, who peacefully departed this life to be with Jesus on February 7, 2025, at the age of 72 in her home surrounded by family. Her warmth, generosity, and love will forever be cherished by all...
Janet Lee Hebert
Feb 7, 2025
Our mother, Janet Lee Graves Hebert, 86, passed away on February 7, 2025, at home.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
She was born in Forrest City, Missouri...
James "Bubba" Leslie Harkness
Feb 6, 2025
James “Bubba” Leslie Harkness, 70, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 6, 2025, at his home in Orange.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Seth Williams. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday,...
Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler
Feb 5, 2025
Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler
November 24, 1952 – February 5, 2025
Judy Gayle Kelly Chandler, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 5th at the age of 72. Born on November 24, 1952, in Orange, Texas, to Barbara Ella Smith Kelly and Earl Lemiel Kelley, Judy grew up surrounded by the love of her six siblings—Laura Ann,...
Donald "Don" Ray Dunaway
Feb 5, 2025
Donald “Don” Ray Dunaway, 85, of Buna, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2025, at his home in Buna.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home...
Anne Arsenault Granger
Feb 5, 2025
Anne Arsenault Granger
Anne Arsenault Granger, 68, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2025, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange.
Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, February 10, 2025,...
John Ellis Murdock, Jr.
Feb 5, 2025
John Ellis Murdock, Jr.
John Ellis Murdock, Jr., 82, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2025, after a lengthy illness.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, February 10, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Mr. Jody Heckathorn. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at...
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