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Clarence Moore

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...

Rachel Marie Curry

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...

Tom Hardy

Tom Hardy

Jun 7, 2024

Tom Hardy 

In loving memory of Tom Hardy, 87 of Orange, Texas, who passed away peacefully June 7, 2024, at Jefferson Skilled Nursing Home in Beaumont, Texas. 

 

A visitation will be held Thursday, June 13, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Tom will be laid to rest at Cushing Cemetery surrounded by his family. 

 

Born in...

John Henry Williams

John Henry Williams

Jun 6, 2024

John Henry Williams

John Henry Williams, 76, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on June 6, 2024, at Focused Care in Orange. 

 

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Kevin Brown. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 

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

Charles Wesley "Charlie" Phillips

Charles Wesley "Charlie" Phillips

Jun 5, 2024

Charles Wesley Phillips

Charles “Charlie” Wesley Phillips, 89, was called to his Heavenly Father on June 5, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas.  Born with a servant’s heart and the desire to help others, Charlie was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Charlie is survived by his wife of 61 years, Patsy Phillips, daughter Jody Broussard, son Wade Phillips and wife Theresa, second...

Leida Alicia Garcia

Leida Alicia Garcia

Jun 1, 2024

Leida Alicia Garcia

Leida Alicia Garcia, 55, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 1, 2024, at her home in Orange. 

 

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, June 6, 2024, with a Rosary being said at 7:00 p.m., at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

 

Born in San Nicolas De Los Garzas, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, on June 14, 1968, she...

Granville Louis Bland

Granville Louis Bland

May 31, 2024

Granville “Louis” Bland, 82, of Orangefield, Texas, passed away on May 31, 2024, at his home in Orangefield. 

 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Father Ernie Carpio. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Orange.

 

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m....

Richard "Ricky" Allen Vincent

Richard "Ricky" Allen Vincent

May 30, 2024

Richard “Ricky” Allen Vincent , 62, of Village Mills, Texas, succumbed to his battle with cancer on May 30, 2024, at Focused Care in Orange. 

 

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. 

 

Born in Orange, Texas, on April 12, 1962, he was the son of Basil Vincent and Marcia Rooney...

L.J. Doucet

L.J. Doucet

May 24, 2024

Albert “LJ” Joseph Doucet, 82, of Bridge City, TX passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, in Groves, TX. 

 

Funeral services will be at 11:00 am, Thursday, May 30, 2024, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Father Ernie Carpio with Deacon Steven Obernuefemann. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange, TX.

 

Visitation will be at...

Stephen Ray Sanders

Stephen Ray Sanders

May 21, 2024

Stephen “Steve” Ray Sanders , age 72, of Orange, Texas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, after an almost twenty years courageous living with Parkinson’s Disease. During that time he never once complained or gave up and ALWAYS had a smile on his face. He was born October 22, 1951 in Port Arthur, Texas to Carl H. Sanders...

Connie Clark Velasquez

Connie Clark Velasquez

May 19, 2024

Connie Clark Velasquez

Connie Clark Velasquez, 73, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 19, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. 

 

A memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Little Cypress Baptist Church at 3274 Little Cypress Dr, Orange, TX 77632. Officiating will be Reverend David Turner. Inurnment will follow at Orange Forest Lawn at 2312 Irving...

Rena Claire Brannon

Rena Claire Brannon

May 19, 2024

Rena Claire Brannon

Rena Claire Brannon, 77, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 19, 2024, at Port Arthur Medical Center in Port Arthur. 



Born in Nashville, Tennessee, on December 4, 1946, she was the daughter of Edwin Quinn and Lucille Norris Quinn. Rena lived a life filled with love, compassion, and dedication to her family. Her selfless nature and unwavering kindness...

Lena M. Dodson

Lena M. Dodson

May 19, 2024

Lena Maddera Dodson, 91, of Azle, Texas, passed away on May 19, 2024, at her home in Azle. 

 

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be John Bickham. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, May 24, 2024, at...

Ernest Paul Dronnet

Ernest Paul Dronnet

May 18, 2024

Ernest Paul Dronnet

Ernest Paul Dronnet, 86, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 18, 2024, at home with his family. 

 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon Melvin Payne. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Cemetery in Orange.

 

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 9:00...

Mollie Elaine Willis

Mollie Elaine Willis

May 17, 2024

Mollie E. Willis



Funeral services for Mollie E. Willis will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the First United Pentecostal Church of Orange, located at 3406 Edgar Brown Dr. Pastor Gary P. Wheeler will serve as the officiant. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home.

 

Friends and former co-workers are...

Grayson Scott Journeay

Grayson Scott Journeay

May 16, 2024

Grayson Scott Journeay

Grayson Scott Journeay peacefully passed away on May 16, 2024. 

 

Grayson was born on May 16, 2024, to his adoring parents, Justin Journeay and Hannah Gentzsch Journeay.  He was a precious soul cherished endlessly by everyone who knew his presence. Grayson was loved beyond measure every second of every day; his presence was a giftand his memory will forever be held in the hearts of his...

Mary Diana Bowman

Mary Diana Bowman

May 12, 2024

Mary Diana Bowman, 69, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on May 12, 2024, at Houston Methodist Hospital in Houston. 

 

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 16, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Keith Royal. 

 

Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 16, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Bridge...

Mary Elizabeth Hardin

Mary Elizabeth Hardin

May 11, 2024

Mary Elizabeth Hardin, 97, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 11, 2024, at Focus Care in Orange. 

 

Born in Orange, Texas, on August 30, 1926, she was the daughter of Leon Ervell Smith and Jesse Edith (Barber) Smith. Mary was a beacon of light to all who knew her. Her presence and kind spirit touched the lives of many. In her...

Ray Hearn

Ray Hearn

May 11, 2024

Ray Hearn, 83, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, after a lengthy illness. A cherished resident of Bridge City, he was born on February 12, 1941 to Inez Duplissey Hearn and Leslie Hearn in Lecompte, Louisiana. Relocating to Bridge City as a child with his parents and two siblings, Janice Overman and Harold Hearn, both of Bridge City, Ray...

Kenneth "Kenny" Earl Childress

Kenneth "Kenny" Earl Childress

May 9, 2024

Kenneth “Kenny” Earl Childress, Sr.

Kenneth “Kenny” Earl Childress, Sr., 61, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 9, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. 

 

Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 

Born in Beaumont, Texas, on November 5, 1962, he was the son of Jerry Childress and Alita Childress. Kenny...

Clarence Moore

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...

Rachel Marie Curry

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...

Tom Hardy

Tom Hardy

Jun 7, 2024

Tom Hardy 

In loving memory of Tom Hardy, 87 of Orange, Texas, who passed away peacefully June 7, 2024, at Jefferson Skilled Nursing Home in Beaumont, Texas. 

 

A visitation will be held Thursday, June 13, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Tom will be laid to rest at Cushing Cemetery surrounded by his family. 

 

Born in...

John Henry Williams

John Henry Williams

Jun 6, 2024

John Henry Williams

John Henry Williams, 76, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on June 6, 2024, at Focused Care in Orange. 

 

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Kevin Brown. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 

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

Charles Wesley "Charlie" Phillips

Charles Wesley "Charlie" Phillips

Jun 5, 2024

Charles Wesley Phillips

Charles “Charlie” Wesley Phillips, 89, was called to his Heavenly Father on June 5, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas.  Born with a servant’s heart and the desire to help others, Charlie was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Charlie is survived by his wife of 61 years, Patsy Phillips, daughter Jody Broussard, son Wade Phillips and wife Theresa, second...

Leida Alicia Garcia

Leida Alicia Garcia

Jun 1, 2024

Leida Alicia Garcia

Leida Alicia Garcia, 55, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 1, 2024, at her home in Orange. 

 

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, June 6, 2024, with a Rosary being said at 7:00 p.m., at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

 

Born in San Nicolas De Los Garzas, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, on June 14, 1968, she...

Granville Louis Bland

Granville Louis Bland

May 31, 2024

Granville “Louis” Bland, 82, of Orangefield, Texas, passed away on May 31, 2024, at his home in Orangefield. 

 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Father Ernie Carpio. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Orange.

 

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m....

Richard "Ricky" Allen Vincent

Richard "Ricky" Allen Vincent

May 30, 2024

Richard “Ricky” Allen Vincent , 62, of Village Mills, Texas, succumbed to his battle with cancer on May 30, 2024, at Focused Care in Orange. 

 

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. 

 

Born in Orange, Texas, on April 12, 1962, he was the son of Basil Vincent and Marcia Rooney...

L.J. Doucet

L.J. Doucet

May 24, 2024

Albert “LJ” Joseph Doucet, 82, of Bridge City, TX passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, in Groves, TX. 

 

Funeral services will be at 11:00 am, Thursday, May 30, 2024, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Father Ernie Carpio with Deacon Steven Obernuefemann. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange, TX.

 

Visitation will be at...

Stephen Ray Sanders

Stephen Ray Sanders

May 21, 2024

Stephen “Steve” Ray Sanders , age 72, of Orange, Texas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, after an almost twenty years courageous living with Parkinson’s Disease. During that time he never once complained or gave up and ALWAYS had a smile on his face. He was born October 22, 1951 in Port Arthur, Texas to Carl H. Sanders...

Connie Clark Velasquez

Connie Clark Velasquez

May 19, 2024

Connie Clark Velasquez

Connie Clark Velasquez, 73, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 19, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. 

 

A memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Little Cypress Baptist Church at 3274 Little Cypress Dr, Orange, TX 77632. Officiating will be Reverend David Turner. Inurnment will follow at Orange Forest Lawn at 2312 Irving...

Rena Claire Brannon

Rena Claire Brannon

May 19, 2024

Rena Claire Brannon

Rena Claire Brannon, 77, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 19, 2024, at Port Arthur Medical Center in Port Arthur. 



Born in Nashville, Tennessee, on December 4, 1946, she was the daughter of Edwin Quinn and Lucille Norris Quinn. Rena lived a life filled with love, compassion, and dedication to her family. Her selfless nature and unwavering kindness...

Lena M. Dodson

Lena M. Dodson

May 19, 2024

Lena Maddera Dodson, 91, of Azle, Texas, passed away on May 19, 2024, at her home in Azle. 

 

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be John Bickham. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, May 24, 2024, at...

Ernest Paul Dronnet

Ernest Paul Dronnet

May 18, 2024

Ernest Paul Dronnet

Ernest Paul Dronnet, 86, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 18, 2024, at home with his family. 

 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon Melvin Payne. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Cemetery in Orange.

 

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 9:00...

Mollie Elaine Willis

Mollie Elaine Willis

May 17, 2024

Mollie E. Willis



Funeral services for Mollie E. Willis will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the First United Pentecostal Church of Orange, located at 3406 Edgar Brown Dr. Pastor Gary P. Wheeler will serve as the officiant. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home.

 

Friends and former co-workers are...

Grayson Scott Journeay

Grayson Scott Journeay

May 16, 2024

Grayson Scott Journeay

Grayson Scott Journeay peacefully passed away on May 16, 2024. 

 

Grayson was born on May 16, 2024, to his adoring parents, Justin Journeay and Hannah Gentzsch Journeay.  He was a precious soul cherished endlessly by everyone who knew his presence. Grayson was loved beyond measure every second of every day; his presence was a giftand his memory will forever be held in the hearts of his...

Mary Diana Bowman

Mary Diana Bowman

May 12, 2024

Mary Diana Bowman, 69, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on May 12, 2024, at Houston Methodist Hospital in Houston. 

 

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 16, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Keith Royal. 

 

Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 16, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Bridge...

Mary Elizabeth Hardin

Mary Elizabeth Hardin

May 11, 2024

Mary Elizabeth Hardin, 97, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 11, 2024, at Focus Care in Orange. 

 

Born in Orange, Texas, on August 30, 1926, she was the daughter of Leon Ervell Smith and Jesse Edith (Barber) Smith. Mary was a beacon of light to all who knew her. Her presence and kind spirit touched the lives of many. In her...

Ray Hearn

Ray Hearn

May 11, 2024

Ray Hearn, 83, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, after a lengthy illness. A cherished resident of Bridge City, he was born on February 12, 1941 to Inez Duplissey Hearn and Leslie Hearn in Lecompte, Louisiana. Relocating to Bridge City as a child with his parents and two siblings, Janice Overman and Harold Hearn, both of Bridge City, Ray...

Kenneth "Kenny" Earl Childress

Kenneth "Kenny" Earl Childress

May 9, 2024

Kenneth “Kenny” Earl Childress, Sr.

Kenneth “Kenny” Earl Childress, Sr., 61, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 9, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. 

 

Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 

Born in Beaumont, Texas, on November 5, 1962, he was the son of Jerry Childress and Alita Childress. Kenny...

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