Obituaries for
Claybar Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones in Orange, Beaumont, Bridge City, TX.
Charles Ray "Chuck" Russell
Jun 24, 2024
Charles Ray “Chuck” Russell, 77, of Hemphill, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on June 24, 2024.
Born in Orange County, Texas, on February 12, 1947. Chuck's career as a welder was not just a profession but a passion that defined him. He will be remembered as someone who was a character - always bringing laughter...
Phillip Mark Thomasson
Jun 24, 2024
Phillip Mark Thomasson
Phillip Mark Thomasson passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, in Houston on June 24. He was born in Borger, Texas on April 30, 1957, to Fred and Kay Thomasson. He is preceded in death by his father, Fred Thomasson, and brother Mike. Mark is survived by his wife, Kathy Wood Thomasson, daughter Jennifer and son Dean Thomasson....
Alfred O'Neal Denard
Jun 23, 2024
Alfred “O’Neal” Denard, 49, of Arlington, Texas, passed away on June 23, 2024, in Dallas, Texas.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Sunday, June 30, 2024, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont, Texas. Officiating will be Marcus Jones. Burial will follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery in Beaumont, Texas.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 9:00 a.m., Sunday, June...
Jacob Phillip Martin
Jun 22, 2024
Jacob Phillip Martin
Jacob Phillip Martin, 76, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on June 22, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, July 1, 2024, at Eastgate United Pentecostal Church in Vidor, Texas. Officiating will be his son, Reverend Darrell Martin. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Garden in Orange.
Visitation will be...
Rickie Dean Marshall
Jun 21, 2024
Rickie Dean Marshall, 75, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 21, 2024, at St. Elizabeth hospital in Beaumont.
Born in Clinton, Indiana, on September 28, 1948, he was the son of Vernon Marshall and Elizabeth Marshall (Newnum). Rickie proudly served for the United States Army. He later went to work as a pipefitter for Turner Industries. Rickie was a simple,...
Harold McDonald
Jun 20, 2024
Harold McDonald
Harold McDonald, 91 years old of Orange, Tx. was called to his Heavenly Father on June 20, 2024, in Lumberton, Tx. at The Haven Assisted Living.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at 10:00 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange with burial to follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 5:00...
Bonnie Mae Robinson
Jun 20, 2024
Bonnie Robinson, 74 of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on June 20, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her loving family, in Beaumont, Texas.
A Celebration of Life will be from 3:00pm to 5:00pm, Sunday, July 14, 2024, at the Book Nook Inn, 10405 Cooks Lake Rd, Lumberton, TX 77657.
Born in Castroville, Texas, on September 6, 1949. She is the daughter of...
Elizabeth Paige Balla
Jun 19, 2024
Elizabeth Paige Balla
Paige Balla, 55, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on June 19, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas
Graveside service will be at 3:00pm, Sunday, June 23, 2024, at R.S. Farmer Memorial Cemetery in Silsbee, Texas.
Paige was born on May11, 1969, in Beaumont, Texas to her loving parents Glenda and Jim Cochran. Paige will be remembered for her unwavering love for animals...
Eddie Lamar Hawkins
Jun 17, 2024
Eddie Lamar Hawkins
Eddie Lamar Hawkins, 65, of Deweyville, Texas, passed away on June 17, 2024.
Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Bell.
A memorial gathering will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in...
Shirley Ann Jones
Jun 17, 2024
Shirley Ann Jones
Shirley Ann Jones, 76, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on June 17, 2024, at home surrounded by her family.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens in Nederland.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, June 21, 2024,...
Carolyn Ann Sonnier
Jun 17, 2024
Carolyn Ann Sonnier, 67, of Orange, Texas passed away on June 17th, 2024.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon David Bonneaux. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery.
Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home with a Rosary to...
Rick "R.J." Jerald Hampton
Jun 16, 2024
Rick “R.J.” Jerald Hampton
Rick “R.J.” Jerald Hampton, 38, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on June 16, 2024.
Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m., June 22, 2024, at Outlaw Bible Church on Hwy 12 in Mauriceville.
Born in Galveston, Texas, on December 25, 1986, he was the son of Rick Jerald Hampton and Teresa Jefferson (Callahan). R.J. was known for...
Shawn Dylan Dreyer
Jun 16, 2024
Shawn Dylan Dreyer
Shawn Dylan Dreyer, 21, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 16, 2024, in Starks, Louisiana.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 29, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Deweyville. Officiating will be Shayne Gonzales. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday, June 28,...
Judy Ellen (Frair) Herb
Jun 16, 2024
Judy Ellen (Frair) Herb
Judy Ellen (Frain) Herb, 80, of Orange, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.
Judy was born in Norwich, New York, on April 14, 1944. She was the third and last child of Walter J. Frair and Vivian (Potter) Frair. She was very involved in the Methodist Church growing up, singing in the...
Raymond Earl McCray
Jun 15, 2024
Raymond Earl McCray
Raymond Earl McCray made his final trip on earth to go be with our Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 15, 2024, succumbing to Hairy-cell Leukemia and Melanoma cancer at age 77. Our families will greatly miss “Private Huckleberry” Raymond, especially his wife, "General Huckleberry”, their own little inside joke. Our Great Maker has called him home and...
Earnest Nolan Boykin, Jr.
Jun 14, 2024
Earnest “Nolan” Boykin, Jr.
Earnest "Nolan" Boykin, Jr., 77, of Lumberton, Texas, peacefully departed this world at his home on June 14, 2024. He was surrounded by his family that loved him immensely.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Sabine Tabernacle Church in Beaumont, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Jimmy Boykin of Sabine Tabernacle Church...
Clarence Moore
Jun 13, 2024
Clarence Moore
Clarence Moore, 90, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 13, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont.
Born on February 27, 1934, he was the son of Demos Moore and Louella Moore (Johnson). Clarence was a very good person and a great friend to have, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion. He proudly served in the United States...
Leonard Mark Head
Jun 11, 2024
Leonard Mark Head
Mark Head, 52, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on June 11, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas.
Born in Beaumont, Texas, on October 26, 1971, he was the son of Bill Head and Sandra Johnson. Mark will always be remembered for his great personality and his deep love for his family. Mark enjoyed working on cars with his dad, creating lasting...
Rachel Marie Curry
Jun 11, 2024
Rachel Marie Curry
Rachel Marie Curry, 52, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 11, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.
Born in Victoria, Texas, on July 30, 1971, she was the daughter of Joe Aleman, Jr. and Sandra (Baros) Ross. Rachel was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. She was known her warm and caring nature, always...
Russell Ryan Knepp
Jun 11, 2024
Russell Ryan Knepp
Russell Ryan Knepp, 40, of Nederland, Texas, passed away on June 11, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas.
Born in Nederland, Texas, on February 14, 1984, he was the son of James Knepp and Cindy Anglin. Russell's interests were as diverse as they were engaging. He had a knack for building model cars with meticulous detail. His artistic side shone through...
Charles Ray "Chuck" Russell
Jun 24, 2024
Charles Ray “Chuck” Russell, 77, of Hemphill, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on June 24, 2024.
Born in Orange County, Texas, on February 12, 1947. Chuck's career as a welder was not just a profession but a passion that defined him. He will be remembered as someone who was a character - always bringing laughter...
Phillip Mark Thomasson
Jun 24, 2024
Phillip Mark Thomasson
Phillip Mark Thomasson passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, in Houston on June 24. He was born in Borger, Texas on April 30, 1957, to Fred and Kay Thomasson. He is preceded in death by his father, Fred Thomasson, and brother Mike. Mark is survived by his wife, Kathy Wood Thomasson, daughter Jennifer and son Dean Thomasson....
Alfred O'Neal Denard
Jun 23, 2024
Alfred “O’Neal” Denard, 49, of Arlington, Texas, passed away on June 23, 2024, in Dallas, Texas.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Sunday, June 30, 2024, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont, Texas. Officiating will be Marcus Jones. Burial will follow at Haven of Rest Cemetery in Beaumont, Texas.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 9:00 a.m., Sunday, June...
Jacob Phillip Martin
Jun 22, 2024
Jacob Phillip Martin
Jacob Phillip Martin, 76, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on June 22, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, July 1, 2024, at Eastgate United Pentecostal Church in Vidor, Texas. Officiating will be his son, Reverend Darrell Martin. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Garden in Orange.
Visitation will be...
Rickie Dean Marshall
Jun 21, 2024
Rickie Dean Marshall, 75, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 21, 2024, at St. Elizabeth hospital in Beaumont.
Born in Clinton, Indiana, on September 28, 1948, he was the son of Vernon Marshall and Elizabeth Marshall (Newnum). Rickie proudly served for the United States Army. He later went to work as a pipefitter for Turner Industries. Rickie was a simple,...
Harold McDonald
Jun 20, 2024
Harold McDonald
Harold McDonald, 91 years old of Orange, Tx. was called to his Heavenly Father on June 20, 2024, in Lumberton, Tx. at The Haven Assisted Living.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at 10:00 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange with burial to follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 5:00...
Bonnie Mae Robinson
Jun 20, 2024
Bonnie Robinson, 74 of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on June 20, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her loving family, in Beaumont, Texas.
A Celebration of Life will be from 3:00pm to 5:00pm, Sunday, July 14, 2024, at the Book Nook Inn, 10405 Cooks Lake Rd, Lumberton, TX 77657.
Born in Castroville, Texas, on September 6, 1949. She is the daughter of...
Elizabeth Paige Balla
Jun 19, 2024
Elizabeth Paige Balla
Paige Balla, 55, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on June 19, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas
Graveside service will be at 3:00pm, Sunday, June 23, 2024, at R.S. Farmer Memorial Cemetery in Silsbee, Texas.
Paige was born on May11, 1969, in Beaumont, Texas to her loving parents Glenda and Jim Cochran. Paige will be remembered for her unwavering love for animals...
Eddie Lamar Hawkins
Jun 17, 2024
Eddie Lamar Hawkins
Eddie Lamar Hawkins, 65, of Deweyville, Texas, passed away on June 17, 2024.
Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Bell.
A memorial gathering will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in...
Shirley Ann Jones
Jun 17, 2024
Shirley Ann Jones
Shirley Ann Jones, 76, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on June 17, 2024, at home surrounded by her family.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens in Nederland.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, June 21, 2024,...
Carolyn Ann Sonnier
Jun 17, 2024
Carolyn Ann Sonnier, 67, of Orange, Texas passed away on June 17th, 2024.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon David Bonneaux. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery.
Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home with a Rosary to...
Rick "R.J." Jerald Hampton
Jun 16, 2024
Rick “R.J.” Jerald Hampton
Rick “R.J.” Jerald Hampton, 38, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on June 16, 2024.
Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m., June 22, 2024, at Outlaw Bible Church on Hwy 12 in Mauriceville.
Born in Galveston, Texas, on December 25, 1986, he was the son of Rick Jerald Hampton and Teresa Jefferson (Callahan). R.J. was known for...
Shawn Dylan Dreyer
Jun 16, 2024
Shawn Dylan Dreyer
Shawn Dylan Dreyer, 21, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 16, 2024, in Starks, Louisiana.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 29, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Deweyville. Officiating will be Shayne Gonzales. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday, June 28,...
Judy Ellen (Frair) Herb
Jun 16, 2024
Judy Ellen (Frair) Herb
Judy Ellen (Frain) Herb, 80, of Orange, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.
Judy was born in Norwich, New York, on April 14, 1944. She was the third and last child of Walter J. Frair and Vivian (Potter) Frair. She was very involved in the Methodist Church growing up, singing in the...
Raymond Earl McCray
Jun 15, 2024
Raymond Earl McCray
Raymond Earl McCray made his final trip on earth to go be with our Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 15, 2024, succumbing to Hairy-cell Leukemia and Melanoma cancer at age 77. Our families will greatly miss “Private Huckleberry” Raymond, especially his wife, "General Huckleberry”, their own little inside joke. Our Great Maker has called him home and...
Earnest Nolan Boykin, Jr.
Jun 14, 2024
Earnest “Nolan” Boykin, Jr.
Earnest "Nolan" Boykin, Jr., 77, of Lumberton, Texas, peacefully departed this world at his home on June 14, 2024. He was surrounded by his family that loved him immensely.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Sabine Tabernacle Church in Beaumont, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Jimmy Boykin of Sabine Tabernacle Church...
Clarence Moore
Jun 13, 2024
Clarence Moore
Clarence Moore, 90, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 13, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont.
Born on February 27, 1934, he was the son of Demos Moore and Louella Moore (Johnson). Clarence was a very good person and a great friend to have, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion. He proudly served in the United States...
Leonard Mark Head
Jun 11, 2024
Leonard Mark Head
Mark Head, 52, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on June 11, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas.
Born in Beaumont, Texas, on October 26, 1971, he was the son of Bill Head and Sandra Johnson. Mark will always be remembered for his great personality and his deep love for his family. Mark enjoyed working on cars with his dad, creating lasting...
Rachel Marie Curry
Jun 11, 2024
Rachel Marie Curry
Rachel Marie Curry, 52, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 11, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.
Born in Victoria, Texas, on July 30, 1971, she was the daughter of Joe Aleman, Jr. and Sandra (Baros) Ross. Rachel was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. She was known her warm and caring nature, always...
Russell Ryan Knepp
Jun 11, 2024
Russell Ryan Knepp
Russell Ryan Knepp, 40, of Nederland, Texas, passed away on June 11, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas.
Born in Nederland, Texas, on February 14, 1984, he was the son of James Knepp and Cindy Anglin. Russell's interests were as diverse as they were engaging. He had a knack for building model cars with meticulous detail. His artistic side shone through...