Obituaries for

Claybar Funeral Home

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

Thelma Jean Hebert

Thelma Jean Hebert

Aug 21, 2024

Thelma Jean Hebert

Thelma Jean Hebert, 86, of Orange, passed away on August 21, 2024, at Focused Care in Orange.  

Thelma will be placed in her final resting place in Wetumka, Oklahoma, at a later date.

Born in Honey Grove, Texas, on June 20, 1938, she was the daughter of Fred Sanders and Audie Mae Patterson. Thelma devoted her life to her...

Joey Suire

Joey Suire

Aug 20, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and loving memories that we announce the passing of Alvin Joseph Suire who left this world on August 20, 2024 at the age of 67. Joey was an irreplaceable part of his family, known for laid back nature, protective heart, and a helping hand to all those around him. 

 Throughout his life, Joey loved fiercely and...

Joanna Margaret Trotti

Joanna Margaret Trotti

Aug 20, 2024

Joanna Margaret Trotti

Joanna Margaret Trotti, 87, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 20, 2024, in Orange.  

A memorial gathering will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, August 26, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. 

Born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on July 14, 1937, she was the daughter of Hershel Lindsey and Henrietta (Lindsey) Gibbs. Joanna dedicated her life...

Bobbye Carroll Soape Scarber

Bobbye Carroll Soape Scarber

Aug 19, 2024

Bobbye Carroll Soape Scarber

On August 19, 2024 Bobbye Carroll Soape Scarber passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loving family. She is survived by her husband and soul mate of 67 years, Prentice J. Scarber; her three daughters Pamela Alford, Tena Scarber, Leigh Peveto; son in laws Gary Alford and Paul Peveto. God blessed her and Prentice with 5...

Brent Edward Huckabay

Brent Edward Huckabay

Aug 18, 2024

Brent Edward Huckabay

Brent Edward Huckabay, 61, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on August 18, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas.  

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Deacon Steven Obernuefemann. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves.

Visitation will begin prior to...

Wanda Mae Ellis

Wanda Mae Ellis

Aug 18, 2024

Wanda Mae Ellis, 82, of Buna, Texas, passed away on August 18, 2024, at Mill Creek Nursing Home in Silsbee. 

 Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 23, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. 

 Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 10:00 a.m.

 Born in Orange, Texas, on April 25, 1942, she was the daughter of Roy Hunter and...

Grace Eileen Sell

Grace Eileen Sell

Aug 17, 2024

Grace Eileen Sell

March 20, 1931 – August 17, 2024

Grace Sell, of Clive Iowa, and former longtime resident of Orange, Texas passed away on August 17, 2024, with her sons, Scott Sell and Jeff Sell by her side. Grace and her husband of 67 years, James Sell, moved to Iowa following Hurricane Harvey. James made his journey to Heaven on April...

Rita Slaughter Dalrymple

Rita Slaughter Dalrymple

Aug 16, 2024

Rita Slaughter Dalrymple

Rita Slaughter Dalrymple, 82, of Orange, passed away on August 16, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont. 

Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Benny Smith. 

Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Orange,...

Maureen "Sis" Lormand Keogh

Maureen "Sis" Lormand Keogh

Aug 16, 2024

Maureen “Sis” Lormand Keogh 

Maureen “Sis” Lormand Keogh, 94, of Cypress, Texas, passed away on August 16, 2024, at Cypress Assisted Living. 

 Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 23, 2024, at...

Larry Anthony Nunez

Larry Anthony Nunez

Aug 16, 2024

Larry Anthony Nunez, 86, of Orangefield, passed away on August 16, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by his family. 

 Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City with a rosary to be recited at 1:30 p.m. Officiating will be Polly Bland, Danielle Bland, and Dana Turpin. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial...

Ellen Walker Linscomb

Ellen Walker Linscomb

Aug 14, 2024

Ellen was born to George Joseph Walker and Alwilda Mae Walker on September 10, 1929, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and was the middle of her eight siblings. She is preceded in death by her parents and also siblings Dorothy Barnard, Clarence “Bud” Gibson, William “Bill” Gibson, Kathryn “Kate” Mastricola, George Walker, Robert “Bob” Walker, and Ethel “Tinker” Santella. She is survived...

James Clayton "Jim" Brown

James Clayton "Jim" Brown

Aug 13, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of James Clayton “Jim” Brown, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, who left this world August 13, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, August 19, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with burial following at Bland Cemetery.

Visitation will...

Nancy M. Gunstream

Nancy M. Gunstream

Aug 12, 2024

Nancy M. Gunstream

Nancy M. Gunstream, “Nannie”, 91 of Orange, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 12, 2024 surrounded by her children.

 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange. The service will be officiated by Reverend Barry Bradley, with burial to follow at Autumn Oaks Cemetery. Visitation...

Marilyn Avon Wheeler

Marilyn Avon Wheeler

Aug 11, 2024

Marilyn Avon Wheeler, 86, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on August 11, 2024, at her home in Orange. 

 Funeral services will be 4:00 p.m., Friday, August 16, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Longview, Texas on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 3:00 p.m.

 Born in Indiana Harbor, Chicago, Illinois, on September 3,...

Tanner James Feagin

Tanner James Feagin

Aug 10, 2024

Tanner James Feagin, 27, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on August 10, 2024, in San Augustine, Texas. 

 A Memorial Mass will be held at 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Orange, Texas. 

 Born in Beaumont, Texas, on September 27, 1996, he was the son of Christina and Russell Feagin. Tanner dedicated his life to...

Emma Ann Longlois

Emma Ann Longlois

Aug 8, 2024

Emma Ann Longlois

Emma Ann Longlois, 82, of Orange, Texas passed away on August 8, 2024, peacefully at home. 

A private graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 19, 2024, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Kevin Brown. 

Born in Clarksville, Texas, on July 19, 1942, she was the daughter of William Howard Williams and Vivian...

Sherry Lynn Griffey Britnell

Sherry Lynn Griffey Britnell

Aug 8, 2024

Sherry Lynn Griffey Britnell

Sherry Lynn Griffey Britnell, 65, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 8, 2024, at home. 

 Memorial services will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 16, 2024, at VFW Post 2775 in Orange.

Born in Orange, Texas, on November 16, 1958, she was the daughter of Steve Laughlin, Jr. and LaDonna Laughlin (Webb). Sherry's talents extended far...

Ellen Jane Johnnie

Ellen Jane Johnnie

Aug 7, 2024

Ellen Jane Johnnie

Ellen Jane Johnnie, 81, of Orangefield, Texas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her beloved family, on August 7, 2024. 

 

Born October 4, 1942, in Orange, Texas, she was the daughter of Clifford and Florence Moreau. She enjoyed cooking, listening to French music, spending time with family, working on word puzzles, and bathing in the sun. She attended nursing school...

Relmon "Buddy" Cotten

Relmon "Buddy" Cotten

Aug 5, 2024

Relmon “Buddy” Cotten, 73, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 5, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont. 

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Life Church in Orange, Texas. To honor Buddy’s memory, his family asks you please wear your Longhorn gear or something that represents his love and loyalty to the University...

John Clinton Granger

John Clinton Granger

Aug 4, 2024

John Clinton Granger

John Clinton Granger, 70, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 4, 2024, at home. 

 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, August 9, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Granger Cemetery in Duncan Woods. 

 

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 12:00 p.m., Friday, August 9, 2024, at Claybar Funeral...

Thelma Jean Hebert

Thelma Jean Hebert

Aug 21, 2024

Thelma Jean Hebert

Thelma Jean Hebert, 86, of Orange, passed away on August 21, 2024, at Focused Care in Orange.  

Thelma will be placed in her final resting place in Wetumka, Oklahoma, at a later date.

Born in Honey Grove, Texas, on June 20, 1938, she was the daughter of Fred Sanders and Audie Mae Patterson. Thelma devoted her life to her...

Joey Suire

Joey Suire

Aug 20, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and loving memories that we announce the passing of Alvin Joseph Suire who left this world on August 20, 2024 at the age of 67. Joey was an irreplaceable part of his family, known for laid back nature, protective heart, and a helping hand to all those around him. 

 Throughout his life, Joey loved fiercely and...

Joanna Margaret Trotti

Joanna Margaret Trotti

Aug 20, 2024

Joanna Margaret Trotti

Joanna Margaret Trotti, 87, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 20, 2024, in Orange.  

A memorial gathering will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, August 26, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. 

Born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on July 14, 1937, she was the daughter of Hershel Lindsey and Henrietta (Lindsey) Gibbs. Joanna dedicated her life...

Bobbye Carroll Soape Scarber

Bobbye Carroll Soape Scarber

Aug 19, 2024

Bobbye Carroll Soape Scarber

On August 19, 2024 Bobbye Carroll Soape Scarber passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loving family. She is survived by her husband and soul mate of 67 years, Prentice J. Scarber; her three daughters Pamela Alford, Tena Scarber, Leigh Peveto; son in laws Gary Alford and Paul Peveto. God blessed her and Prentice with 5...

Brent Edward Huckabay

Brent Edward Huckabay

Aug 18, 2024

Brent Edward Huckabay

Brent Edward Huckabay, 61, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on August 18, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas.  

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Deacon Steven Obernuefemann. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves.

Visitation will begin prior to...

Wanda Mae Ellis

Wanda Mae Ellis

Aug 18, 2024

Wanda Mae Ellis, 82, of Buna, Texas, passed away on August 18, 2024, at Mill Creek Nursing Home in Silsbee. 

 Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 23, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. 

 Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 10:00 a.m.

 Born in Orange, Texas, on April 25, 1942, she was the daughter of Roy Hunter and...

Grace Eileen Sell

Grace Eileen Sell

Aug 17, 2024

Grace Eileen Sell

March 20, 1931 – August 17, 2024

Grace Sell, of Clive Iowa, and former longtime resident of Orange, Texas passed away on August 17, 2024, with her sons, Scott Sell and Jeff Sell by her side. Grace and her husband of 67 years, James Sell, moved to Iowa following Hurricane Harvey. James made his journey to Heaven on April...

Rita Slaughter Dalrymple

Rita Slaughter Dalrymple

Aug 16, 2024

Rita Slaughter Dalrymple

Rita Slaughter Dalrymple, 82, of Orange, passed away on August 16, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont. 

Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Benny Smith. 

Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Orange,...

Maureen "Sis" Lormand Keogh

Maureen "Sis" Lormand Keogh

Aug 16, 2024

Maureen “Sis” Lormand Keogh 

Maureen “Sis” Lormand Keogh, 94, of Cypress, Texas, passed away on August 16, 2024, at Cypress Assisted Living. 

 Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 23, 2024, at...

Larry Anthony Nunez

Larry Anthony Nunez

Aug 16, 2024

Larry Anthony Nunez, 86, of Orangefield, passed away on August 16, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by his family. 

 Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City with a rosary to be recited at 1:30 p.m. Officiating will be Polly Bland, Danielle Bland, and Dana Turpin. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial...

Ellen Walker Linscomb

Ellen Walker Linscomb

Aug 14, 2024

Ellen was born to George Joseph Walker and Alwilda Mae Walker on September 10, 1929, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and was the middle of her eight siblings. She is preceded in death by her parents and also siblings Dorothy Barnard, Clarence “Bud” Gibson, William “Bill” Gibson, Kathryn “Kate” Mastricola, George Walker, Robert “Bob” Walker, and Ethel “Tinker” Santella. She is survived...

James Clayton "Jim" Brown

James Clayton "Jim" Brown

Aug 13, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of James Clayton “Jim” Brown, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, who left this world August 13, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, August 19, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with burial following at Bland Cemetery.

Visitation will...

Nancy M. Gunstream

Nancy M. Gunstream

Aug 12, 2024

Nancy M. Gunstream

Nancy M. Gunstream, “Nannie”, 91 of Orange, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 12, 2024 surrounded by her children.

 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange. The service will be officiated by Reverend Barry Bradley, with burial to follow at Autumn Oaks Cemetery. Visitation...

Marilyn Avon Wheeler

Marilyn Avon Wheeler

Aug 11, 2024

Marilyn Avon Wheeler, 86, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on August 11, 2024, at her home in Orange. 

 Funeral services will be 4:00 p.m., Friday, August 16, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Longview, Texas on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 3:00 p.m.

 Born in Indiana Harbor, Chicago, Illinois, on September 3,...

Tanner James Feagin

Tanner James Feagin

Aug 10, 2024

Tanner James Feagin, 27, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on August 10, 2024, in San Augustine, Texas. 

 A Memorial Mass will be held at 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Orange, Texas. 

 Born in Beaumont, Texas, on September 27, 1996, he was the son of Christina and Russell Feagin. Tanner dedicated his life to...

Emma Ann Longlois

Emma Ann Longlois

Aug 8, 2024

Emma Ann Longlois

Emma Ann Longlois, 82, of Orange, Texas passed away on August 8, 2024, peacefully at home. 

A private graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 19, 2024, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Kevin Brown. 

Born in Clarksville, Texas, on July 19, 1942, she was the daughter of William Howard Williams and Vivian...

Sherry Lynn Griffey Britnell

Sherry Lynn Griffey Britnell

Aug 8, 2024

Sherry Lynn Griffey Britnell

Sherry Lynn Griffey Britnell, 65, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 8, 2024, at home. 

 Memorial services will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 16, 2024, at VFW Post 2775 in Orange.

Born in Orange, Texas, on November 16, 1958, she was the daughter of Steve Laughlin, Jr. and LaDonna Laughlin (Webb). Sherry's talents extended far...

Ellen Jane Johnnie

Ellen Jane Johnnie

Aug 7, 2024

Ellen Jane Johnnie

Ellen Jane Johnnie, 81, of Orangefield, Texas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her beloved family, on August 7, 2024. 

 

Born October 4, 1942, in Orange, Texas, she was the daughter of Clifford and Florence Moreau. She enjoyed cooking, listening to French music, spending time with family, working on word puzzles, and bathing in the sun. She attended nursing school...

Relmon "Buddy" Cotten

Relmon "Buddy" Cotten

Aug 5, 2024

Relmon “Buddy” Cotten, 73, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 5, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont. 

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Life Church in Orange, Texas. To honor Buddy’s memory, his family asks you please wear your Longhorn gear or something that represents his love and loyalty to the University...

John Clinton Granger

John Clinton Granger

Aug 4, 2024

John Clinton Granger

John Clinton Granger, 70, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 4, 2024, at home. 

 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, August 9, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Granger Cemetery in Duncan Woods. 

 

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 12:00 p.m., Friday, August 9, 2024, at Claybar Funeral...

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