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

Clayton Lynn Harrison

Clayton Lynn Harrison

Jul 3, 2024

Clayton Lynn Harrison

Clayton Lynn Harrison, 46, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on July 3, 2024, at home. 

 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, July 8, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Pastor Newley Hunt. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 

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

Alicia Orta Blanchard

Alicia Orta Blanchard

Jul 1, 2024

Alicia Orta Blanchard

Alicia Orta Blanchard, 79, of Orange, Texas, passed away on July 1, 2024, peacefully at home. 

 Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, July 5, 2024, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Antony Paulose. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange.

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

Joseph August Murphy

Joseph August Murphy

Jun 27, 2024

Joseph “Joe” August Murphy, 79, of Orange, Texas, climbed his last and highest mountain peak on June 27, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, TX. Surrounded by his loving family.

 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Jim Sichko, Papal...

Doris Ann Land

Doris Ann Land

Jun 27, 2024

Doris Ann Land, 76, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on June 27, 2024, at UTMB in Galveston. 

 Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 30, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Pastor Jason Burden of First Baptist Church in Nederland. A private family burial will follow services.

 Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00...

Steven Lee Stafford

Steven Lee Stafford

Jun 26, 2024

Steven Lee Stafford, 47, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 26, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. 

 Born in Tylertown, Mississippi, on July 30, 1976, he was the son of Cathie Duhon and stepfather Wilbert Duhon. Steven was widely known as a dedicated Truck Driver for Clark Transportation, a job he held close to his heart. His passion for...

Charles Ray "Chuck" Russell

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

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....

Jacob Phillip Martin

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

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

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...

Eddie Lamar Hawkins

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.

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Shirley Ann Jones

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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. 

 

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Clayton Lynn Harrison

Clayton Lynn Harrison

Jul 3, 2024

Clayton Lynn Harrison

Clayton Lynn Harrison, 46, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on July 3, 2024, at home. 

 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, July 8, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Pastor Newley Hunt. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

 

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

Alicia Orta Blanchard

Alicia Orta Blanchard

Jul 1, 2024

Alicia Orta Blanchard

Alicia Orta Blanchard, 79, of Orange, Texas, passed away on July 1, 2024, peacefully at home. 

 Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, July 5, 2024, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Antony Paulose. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange.

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

Joseph August Murphy

Joseph August Murphy

Jun 27, 2024

Joseph “Joe” August Murphy, 79, of Orange, Texas, climbed his last and highest mountain peak on June 27, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, TX. Surrounded by his loving family.

 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Jim Sichko, Papal...

Doris Ann Land

Doris Ann Land

Jun 27, 2024

Doris Ann Land, 76, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on June 27, 2024, at UTMB in Galveston. 

 Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 30, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Pastor Jason Burden of First Baptist Church in Nederland. A private family burial will follow services.

 Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00...

Steven Lee Stafford

Steven Lee Stafford

Jun 26, 2024

Steven Lee Stafford, 47, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 26, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. 

 Born in Tylertown, Mississippi, on July 30, 1976, he was the son of Cathie Duhon and stepfather Wilbert Duhon. Steven was widely known as a dedicated Truck Driver for Clark Transportation, a job he held close to his heart. His passion for...

Charles Ray "Chuck" Russell

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

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....

Jacob Phillip Martin

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

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

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...

Eddie Lamar Hawkins

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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. 

 

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