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Jimmy Leroy Puckett

Jimmy Leroy Puckett

Dec 31, 2022

Jimmy Leroy Puckett, 72, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 31, 2022, in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 6, 2023, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Orange, Texas. Born in Orange, Texas, on December 6, 1950, he was the son of Roland Lee Puckett, Sr. and Lurline M. (Landrum) Kibodeaux. Jimmy was a faithful...

Edward William Higginbotham

Edward William Higginbotham

Dec 30, 2022

Edward William Higginbotham, 57, of Orange, passed away on December 30, 2022, at Memorial Hermann in Houston. Funeral services will be 12:00 p.m., Monday, January 16, at Church of Christ in Orange. Officiating will be Mr. Todd Shores. Cremation will follow after the service. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Monday, at Church of Christ in Orange....

Linda Fay Payne

Linda Fay Payne

Dec 30, 2022

Linda Fay Payne, 60, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 30, 2022, in Beaumont, Texas. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 20, 1962, she was the daughter of Hubert and Mary (McCarver) Guidry. Linda worked in security for G4S Secure Solutions in Nederland, Texas. When she was away from work, she enjoyed crafting and spending time with her beloved...

Raymond Walter Butler Jr.

Raymond Walter Butler Jr.

Dec 29, 2022

Raymond Walter Butler, Jr., 32, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 29, 2022. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Silver Oaks Baptist Church in Mauriceville. Officiating will be Ed Rawls of Silver Oaks Baptist Church in Mauriceville. Born in Huntsville, Alabama, on January 19, 1990, He was the son of Myrtle Jeannette (Silva) Davis....

Elroy Perkins

Elroy Perkins

Dec 28, 2022

Elroy Perkins Elroy Perkins, 89, of Orange, passed away on December 28, 2022, peacefully at home. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday January 4, 2023, at Bridge City United Pentecostal Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Murray Ray. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 10:00...

Jerry Clayton Davis

Jerry Clayton Davis

Dec 28, 2022

Jerry Clayton Davis Jerry Clayton Davis, 76, of Bridge City, passed away on December 28, 2022, peacefully at home. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday January 7, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend David Millner, previously of Calvary Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 6:00...

JoAnn Webb

JoAnn Webb

Dec 27, 2022

JoAnn Webb JoAnn Webb, 87, of Orange, passed away on December 27, 2022, peacefully at home. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday December 31, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Chaplain Kevin Trinkle. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Friday December 30, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home...

Justin Newell Leemhuis

Justin Newell Leemhuis

Dec 27, 2022

Justin Newell Leemhuis, 42, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 27, 2022, at his home. Born in Casper, Wyoming, on January 19, 1980, he was the son of Fred Leemhuis and Donna (Dickens) Clements. Justin worked as a pipefitter for many years and was a good provider to his family. He was a great father to his daughter and...

James William Hutchins

James William Hutchins

Dec 27, 2022

James William “Hutch” Hutchins, 82, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 27, 2022, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. A gathering will be held from 1:00-3:00 p.m., Monday, January 2, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Born in Wesson, Mississippi on May 21, 1940, he was the son of William J. Hutchins and Mattie L. Hutchins. His...

Jorge Luis Cortez

Jorge Luis Cortez

Dec 25, 2022

Jorge Luis Cortez, 70, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 25, 2022, at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur, Texas. A Memorial Gathering will take place at 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas with Military Honors taking place at 3:30 p.m. Born in Corpus Christi, Texas,...

Mary Estelle Fisette

Mary Estelle Fisette

Dec 24, 2022

Mary Estelle Fisette, 88, of Bridge City, passed away on December 24, 2022, in Port Arthur, Texas. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Jack Comer. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 12:30 p.m. to...

Earl Hugh Duhon Jr.

Earl Hugh Duhon Jr.

Dec 23, 2022

Earl Hugh Duhon Jr., 80, of Orange, passed away on December 23, 2022, in Nederland. Funeral services will be 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m. Born in Orange, Texas, on October 19, 1942, he was the son of Earl Hugh Duhon, Sr. and Bessie Ann (Henry) Duhon. Earl worked...

Tiffany Dawn Williams

Tiffany Dawn Williams

Dec 23, 2022

Tiffany Dawn Williams, 51, of Orange, passed away December 23, 2022, in Beaumont. Memorial services will be 4:00 p.m., Friday, December 30, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Mike Arnold of Nederland, Texas. A gathering will be held prior to the service starting at 2:00 p.m. Born in Orange, Texas, on April 18, 1971, she was...

Juanita Timberlake

Juanita Timberlake

Dec 22, 2022

Juanita Timberlake 24 June 1927 – 22 December 2022 On Thursday, December 22nd, Juanita Cortines Timberlake, age 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep. She was a devout Catholic praying daily, especially the rosary and her collection of crosses was proudly displayed in her room. Juanita was always welcoming and her smile and giggle were contagious. A seventy-one-year resident of...

Bertha Mae Thomas

Bertha Mae Thomas

Dec 22, 2022

Bertha Mae Thomas, 89, of Orange, passed away on December 22, 2022, peacefully at home surrounded by family. A private graveside service will be held at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be T.J. Gunter, Clay Thomas, Chad Gilbeaux, Charlie Thomas, and Reece Thomas. Born in Opelousas, Louisiana, on December 30, 1932, she was the daughter of Adrian Peveto and...

Eva Dell Lunsford

Eva Dell Lunsford

Dec 22, 2022

Eva Dell Lunsford, 79, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 22, 2022, at her home in Orange, Texas. Born in “Fergie Hill” outside of Hemphill, Texas, on December 3, 1943, Eva was the daughter of Willie Samuel Ferguson and Nettie Irene Rogers Ferguson. As the second oldest of 9 children, she was like a parent to her youngest siblings....

Alvis "Dwayne" Duncan

Alvis "Dwayne" Duncan

Dec 22, 2022

Alvis “Dwayne” Duncan, 76, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 22, 2022, at his home. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at The Self Cemetery in Hornbeck, Louisiana on Self Cemetery Road. Officiating will be Wesley Duncan. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 30, 2022, at St. Paul Methodist Church...

Thomas Vernon WIlliams Jr.

Thomas Vernon WIlliams Jr.

Dec 21, 2022

Thomas Vernon Williams, Jr. Tommy Williams, 56, of Orange, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2022, surrounded by family. Memorial services will be 6:00 p.m. Wednesday January 11, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Visitation will be prior to the service at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday January 11, 2023. Born in Buna, Texas, on November 22, 1966, he was the...

ELizabeth Marie Cooper

ELizabeth Marie Cooper

Dec 21, 2022

Elizabeth Marie Cooper Elizabeth Marie Cooper, 53, of Orange, passed away on December 21, 2022, at MD Anderson in Houston. Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 31, 2022, at First Presbyterian Church in Orange. The visitation will be held prior to the service at 1:00 p.m. and then a time of reception after in the fellowship...

Alton Ray Campbell

Alton Ray Campbell

Dec 20, 2022

Alton Ray Campbell, 82, of Orange, passed away on December 20, 2022, at Focus Care in Orange. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Chaplain Lynn Fontenot. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Monday, December 26, 2022, at Claybar...

Jimmy Leroy Puckett

Jimmy Leroy Puckett

Dec 31, 2022

Jimmy Leroy Puckett, 72, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 31, 2022, in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 6, 2023, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Orange, Texas. Born in Orange, Texas, on December 6, 1950, he was the son of Roland Lee Puckett, Sr. and Lurline M. (Landrum) Kibodeaux. Jimmy was a faithful...

Edward William Higginbotham

Edward William Higginbotham

Dec 30, 2022

Edward William Higginbotham, 57, of Orange, passed away on December 30, 2022, at Memorial Hermann in Houston. Funeral services will be 12:00 p.m., Monday, January 16, at Church of Christ in Orange. Officiating will be Mr. Todd Shores. Cremation will follow after the service. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Monday, at Church of Christ in Orange....

Linda Fay Payne

Linda Fay Payne

Dec 30, 2022

Linda Fay Payne, 60, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 30, 2022, in Beaumont, Texas. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 20, 1962, she was the daughter of Hubert and Mary (McCarver) Guidry. Linda worked in security for G4S Secure Solutions in Nederland, Texas. When she was away from work, she enjoyed crafting and spending time with her beloved...

Raymond Walter Butler Jr.

Raymond Walter Butler Jr.

Dec 29, 2022

Raymond Walter Butler, Jr., 32, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 29, 2022. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Silver Oaks Baptist Church in Mauriceville. Officiating will be Ed Rawls of Silver Oaks Baptist Church in Mauriceville. Born in Huntsville, Alabama, on January 19, 1990, He was the son of Myrtle Jeannette (Silva) Davis....

Elroy Perkins

Elroy Perkins

Dec 28, 2022

Elroy Perkins Elroy Perkins, 89, of Orange, passed away on December 28, 2022, peacefully at home. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday January 4, 2023, at Bridge City United Pentecostal Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Murray Ray. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 10:00...

Jerry Clayton Davis

Jerry Clayton Davis

Dec 28, 2022

Jerry Clayton Davis Jerry Clayton Davis, 76, of Bridge City, passed away on December 28, 2022, peacefully at home. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday January 7, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend David Millner, previously of Calvary Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 6:00...

JoAnn Webb

JoAnn Webb

Dec 27, 2022

JoAnn Webb JoAnn Webb, 87, of Orange, passed away on December 27, 2022, peacefully at home. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday December 31, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Chaplain Kevin Trinkle. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Friday December 30, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home...

Justin Newell Leemhuis

Justin Newell Leemhuis

Dec 27, 2022

Justin Newell Leemhuis, 42, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 27, 2022, at his home. Born in Casper, Wyoming, on January 19, 1980, he was the son of Fred Leemhuis and Donna (Dickens) Clements. Justin worked as a pipefitter for many years and was a good provider to his family. He was a great father to his daughter and...

James William Hutchins

James William Hutchins

Dec 27, 2022

James William “Hutch” Hutchins, 82, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 27, 2022, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. A gathering will be held from 1:00-3:00 p.m., Monday, January 2, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Born in Wesson, Mississippi on May 21, 1940, he was the son of William J. Hutchins and Mattie L. Hutchins. His...

Jorge Luis Cortez

Jorge Luis Cortez

Dec 25, 2022

Jorge Luis Cortez, 70, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 25, 2022, at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur, Texas. A Memorial Gathering will take place at 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas with Military Honors taking place at 3:30 p.m. Born in Corpus Christi, Texas,...

Mary Estelle Fisette

Mary Estelle Fisette

Dec 24, 2022

Mary Estelle Fisette, 88, of Bridge City, passed away on December 24, 2022, in Port Arthur, Texas. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Jack Comer. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 12:30 p.m. to...

Earl Hugh Duhon Jr.

Earl Hugh Duhon Jr.

Dec 23, 2022

Earl Hugh Duhon Jr., 80, of Orange, passed away on December 23, 2022, in Nederland. Funeral services will be 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m. Born in Orange, Texas, on October 19, 1942, he was the son of Earl Hugh Duhon, Sr. and Bessie Ann (Henry) Duhon. Earl worked...

Tiffany Dawn Williams

Tiffany Dawn Williams

Dec 23, 2022

Tiffany Dawn Williams, 51, of Orange, passed away December 23, 2022, in Beaumont. Memorial services will be 4:00 p.m., Friday, December 30, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Mike Arnold of Nederland, Texas. A gathering will be held prior to the service starting at 2:00 p.m. Born in Orange, Texas, on April 18, 1971, she was...

Juanita Timberlake

Juanita Timberlake

Dec 22, 2022

Juanita Timberlake 24 June 1927 – 22 December 2022 On Thursday, December 22nd, Juanita Cortines Timberlake, age 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep. She was a devout Catholic praying daily, especially the rosary and her collection of crosses was proudly displayed in her room. Juanita was always welcoming and her smile and giggle were contagious. A seventy-one-year resident of...

Bertha Mae Thomas

Bertha Mae Thomas

Dec 22, 2022

Bertha Mae Thomas, 89, of Orange, passed away on December 22, 2022, peacefully at home surrounded by family. A private graveside service will be held at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be T.J. Gunter, Clay Thomas, Chad Gilbeaux, Charlie Thomas, and Reece Thomas. Born in Opelousas, Louisiana, on December 30, 1932, she was the daughter of Adrian Peveto and...

Eva Dell Lunsford

Eva Dell Lunsford

Dec 22, 2022

Eva Dell Lunsford, 79, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 22, 2022, at her home in Orange, Texas. Born in “Fergie Hill” outside of Hemphill, Texas, on December 3, 1943, Eva was the daughter of Willie Samuel Ferguson and Nettie Irene Rogers Ferguson. As the second oldest of 9 children, she was like a parent to her youngest siblings....

Alvis "Dwayne" Duncan

Alvis "Dwayne" Duncan

Dec 22, 2022

Alvis “Dwayne” Duncan, 76, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 22, 2022, at his home. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at The Self Cemetery in Hornbeck, Louisiana on Self Cemetery Road. Officiating will be Wesley Duncan. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 30, 2022, at St. Paul Methodist Church...

Thomas Vernon WIlliams Jr.

Thomas Vernon WIlliams Jr.

Dec 21, 2022

Thomas Vernon Williams, Jr. Tommy Williams, 56, of Orange, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2022, surrounded by family. Memorial services will be 6:00 p.m. Wednesday January 11, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Visitation will be prior to the service at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday January 11, 2023. Born in Buna, Texas, on November 22, 1966, he was the...

ELizabeth Marie Cooper

ELizabeth Marie Cooper

Dec 21, 2022

Elizabeth Marie Cooper Elizabeth Marie Cooper, 53, of Orange, passed away on December 21, 2022, at MD Anderson in Houston. Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 31, 2022, at First Presbyterian Church in Orange. The visitation will be held prior to the service at 1:00 p.m. and then a time of reception after in the fellowship...

Alton Ray Campbell

Alton Ray Campbell

Dec 20, 2022

Alton Ray Campbell, 82, of Orange, passed away on December 20, 2022, at Focus Care in Orange. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Chaplain Lynn Fontenot. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Monday, December 26, 2022, at Claybar...

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