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Obituaries for

Claybar Funeral Home

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

Thomas Michael Brennan

Thomas Michael Brennan

Jan 5, 2024

Thomas Michael Brennan, 75, of Zwolle, Louisiana, passed away on January 5, 2024, in Baytown, Texas. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on January 26, 1948, he was the son of Thomas Francis Brennan and Vera Imogene Harris Brennan. Thomas worked at Dupont as a microbiologist for many years. In 1999, he won the Dupont Award. Thomas had many hobbies outside of...

Sylvia Ruth McNamara Lanning

Sylvia Ruth McNamara Lanning

Jan 5, 2024

Sylvia Ruth McNamara Lanning, age 86, passed into the arms of Jesus from her home in Spring, Texas on Friday, January 5, 2024. Born April 28, 1937, in Orange, Texas, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Stephen...

Alfred Levail (Poochie) Perkins

Alfred Levail (Poochie) Perkins

Jan 5, 2024

Alfred Levail (Poochie) Perkins Alfred Levail (Poochie) Perkins, 76, of Orange, passed away on January 5, 2024, peacefully at home. Born in DeQuincy, Louisiana, on September 11, 1947, he was the son of Willard Perkins and Stella Mae (Verdine) Perkins. Alfred began his career as an insulator and dedicated many years to honing his craft. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Alfred's...

Brandon D. Willingham

Brandon D. Willingham

Jan 3, 2024

Brandon D. Willingham Brandon D. Willingham died on January 3rd, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He was known for his practical jokes and funny disposition. He suffered a lifetime of diabetes and later in life kidney failure. Brandon was born in Sheffield, Alabama in 1964. He shared an adventurous life with his friends, never failing a dare and...

Gerald Leroy Sears

Gerald Leroy Sears

Jan 3, 2024

Gerald Leroy Sears Gerald Leroy Sears, 80, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 3, 2024, peacefully at home. Born in Akron, Ohio, on May 28, 1943, and raised in West Virginia, he was the son of John Roscoe Sears, Jr. and Marguerite (Lamb) Sears. Gerald was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, and he displayed bravery and...

Donald Ray Simpson

Donald Ray Simpson

Jan 1, 2024

Donald Ray “De’Bo” Simpson Donald Ray "De'Bo" Simpson was born, September 5, 1963 to the late parents of Jimmy L. Budwine and Annie Belle Ceasar. He was the oldest siblings of five boys. On January 1st of 2024, at 5:05 pm, at The Medical Center of Southeast, TX, Donald Ray "De'Bo" Simpson was called to his eternal home to be...

Linda Irene Squyres

Linda Irene Squyres

Jan 1, 2024

Linda Irene Squyres Linda Irene Squyres, 85, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on January 1, 2024. Born in Ranger, Texas, on May 29, 1938, she was the daughter of Lieutenant Colonel Roy Plumley and Faye Plumley. Linda was a remarkable individual who lived a life filled with passion and creativity. She loved painting and drawing anything that sparked her imagination....

Clifton Lavon(Bill) Dorsey, Sr.

Clifton Lavon(Bill) Dorsey, Sr.

Dec 31, 2023

Clifton Lavon (Bill) Dorsey, Sr. Clifton Lavon Dorsey, Sr. of Bridge City, Texas passed from this life into the portals of heaven, December 31, 2023. He was born to Amos Leonard Dorsey and Vira Parrish Dorsey in East Texas, October 10, 1933. Known as “Bill” to family and friends, he was preceded in death by his parents A. L. and...

Billy Brown Bradley

Billy Brown Bradley

Dec 31, 2023

Billy Brown Bradley of Orange, TX passed away peacefully at his home on December 31, 2023. He was born June 16, 1932 to Brownie Everett Bradley and Flossie Finetta Hayes Bradley in Pineville, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Curtice Lee Bradley and Wilbur Hayes Bradley. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 72...

Mary Ruth Brown Frazier

Mary Ruth Brown Frazier

Dec 30, 2023

Mary Ruth Brown Frazier Mary Ruth Brown Frazier, 83, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 30, 2023, peacefully at home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Chaplain Kevin Trinkle. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the...

Nancy Susan Martin

Nancy Susan Martin

Dec 29, 2023

Nancy Susan Chester Monson Martin of Orange passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, December 29, 2023 in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 4, 2024 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange with Reverend Kevin Brown officiating. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park. Visitation will be 1:00-2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 4, 2024...

Hazel Ann Norris

Hazel Ann Norris

Dec 27, 2023

Hazel Ann Norris Hazel Ann Norris, 84, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 27, 2023, at home. Memorial services will be held at 6:00 p.m., Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born on September 6,...

Linda Lee Currie

Linda Lee Currie

Dec 27, 2023

Linda Lee Currie, 82, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 27, 2023, at her home surrounded by loved ones. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Little Cypress Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend David Turner. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m....

Irene Marie Stevens

Irene Marie Stevens

Dec 27, 2023

Irene Marie Stevens Irene Marie Stevens, 96, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on December 27, 2023, peacefully at home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 6, 2024, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Antony Paulose of St. Mary Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens...

Tommy Lynn Day

Tommy Lynn Day

Dec 26, 2023

Celebrating the Life of Tommy Lynn Day November 9, 1929 – December 26, 2023 Tommy Lynn Day passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 26, 2023, at his home in Bevil Oaks, Texas, at the age of 94. He was born on November 9, 1929, at home in Center, Texas, to Jiles Cicero Day and Mildred Clyde Carlisle. He...

Cecile Louise Berard

Cecile Louise Berard

Dec 26, 2023

Cecile Louise Bourgeois Berard, 93, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on December 26, 2023, in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Deacon Payne. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange, Texas. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00...

Patricia Ann Borel

Patricia Ann Borel

Dec 25, 2023

Patricia Ann Borel Patricia Ann Borel passed away peacefully on December 25, 2023, in Port Arthur, Texas. She was born on June 6, 1940, in Kokomo, Indiana to parents, Loyd and Marie Jackson. Patricia found joy in various hobbies and interests. She was an active member of the Caring Friends group and cherished opportunities to engage with others. Patricia loved...

Dale Edward Forse

Dale Edward Forse

Dec 25, 2023

Dale Edward Forse Dale Edward Forse, 63, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 25, 2023, at home surrounded by loved ones. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 29, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend David Green. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00...

Patricia Ann Hudson

Patricia Ann Hudson

Dec 23, 2023

Patricia Ann Hudson Patricia Ann Hudson passed away peacefully at her home in Orange on December 23, 2023. She was born on December 30, 1935, to parents Leander Chauffepied and Grace Miller Linder. Patricia led a fulfilling life dedicated to her family and community. In addition to being a devoted mother and homemaker, she also ran a daycare and worked...

Fay Jean Williams

Fay Jean Williams

Dec 22, 2023

Fay Alva Jean Williams, 87, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 22, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 29, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Cazzy Francis of Pathway Church Mid County. Burial will follow at Parish Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will...

Thomas Michael Brennan

Thomas Michael Brennan

Jan 5, 2024

Thomas Michael Brennan, 75, of Zwolle, Louisiana, passed away on January 5, 2024, in Baytown, Texas. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on January 26, 1948, he was the son of Thomas Francis Brennan and Vera Imogene Harris Brennan. Thomas worked at Dupont as a microbiologist for many years. In 1999, he won the Dupont Award. Thomas had many hobbies outside of...

Sylvia Ruth McNamara Lanning

Sylvia Ruth McNamara Lanning

Jan 5, 2024

Sylvia Ruth McNamara Lanning, age 86, passed into the arms of Jesus from her home in Spring, Texas on Friday, January 5, 2024. Born April 28, 1937, in Orange, Texas, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Stephen...

Alfred Levail (Poochie) Perkins

Alfred Levail (Poochie) Perkins

Jan 5, 2024

Alfred Levail (Poochie) Perkins Alfred Levail (Poochie) Perkins, 76, of Orange, passed away on January 5, 2024, peacefully at home. Born in DeQuincy, Louisiana, on September 11, 1947, he was the son of Willard Perkins and Stella Mae (Verdine) Perkins. Alfred began his career as an insulator and dedicated many years to honing his craft. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Alfred's...

Brandon D. Willingham

Brandon D. Willingham

Jan 3, 2024

Brandon D. Willingham Brandon D. Willingham died on January 3rd, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He was known for his practical jokes and funny disposition. He suffered a lifetime of diabetes and later in life kidney failure. Brandon was born in Sheffield, Alabama in 1964. He shared an adventurous life with his friends, never failing a dare and...

Gerald Leroy Sears

Gerald Leroy Sears

Jan 3, 2024

Gerald Leroy Sears Gerald Leroy Sears, 80, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 3, 2024, peacefully at home. Born in Akron, Ohio, on May 28, 1943, and raised in West Virginia, he was the son of John Roscoe Sears, Jr. and Marguerite (Lamb) Sears. Gerald was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, and he displayed bravery and...

Donald Ray Simpson

Donald Ray Simpson

Jan 1, 2024

Donald Ray “De’Bo” Simpson Donald Ray "De'Bo" Simpson was born, September 5, 1963 to the late parents of Jimmy L. Budwine and Annie Belle Ceasar. He was the oldest siblings of five boys. On January 1st of 2024, at 5:05 pm, at The Medical Center of Southeast, TX, Donald Ray "De'Bo" Simpson was called to his eternal home to be...

Linda Irene Squyres

Linda Irene Squyres

Jan 1, 2024

Linda Irene Squyres Linda Irene Squyres, 85, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on January 1, 2024. Born in Ranger, Texas, on May 29, 1938, she was the daughter of Lieutenant Colonel Roy Plumley and Faye Plumley. Linda was a remarkable individual who lived a life filled with passion and creativity. She loved painting and drawing anything that sparked her imagination....

Clifton Lavon(Bill) Dorsey, Sr.

Clifton Lavon(Bill) Dorsey, Sr.

Dec 31, 2023

Clifton Lavon (Bill) Dorsey, Sr. Clifton Lavon Dorsey, Sr. of Bridge City, Texas passed from this life into the portals of heaven, December 31, 2023. He was born to Amos Leonard Dorsey and Vira Parrish Dorsey in East Texas, October 10, 1933. Known as “Bill” to family and friends, he was preceded in death by his parents A. L. and...

Billy Brown Bradley

Billy Brown Bradley

Dec 31, 2023

Billy Brown Bradley of Orange, TX passed away peacefully at his home on December 31, 2023. He was born June 16, 1932 to Brownie Everett Bradley and Flossie Finetta Hayes Bradley in Pineville, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Curtice Lee Bradley and Wilbur Hayes Bradley. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 72...

Mary Ruth Brown Frazier

Mary Ruth Brown Frazier

Dec 30, 2023

Mary Ruth Brown Frazier Mary Ruth Brown Frazier, 83, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 30, 2023, peacefully at home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Chaplain Kevin Trinkle. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the...

Nancy Susan Martin

Nancy Susan Martin

Dec 29, 2023

Nancy Susan Chester Monson Martin of Orange passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, December 29, 2023 in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 4, 2024 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange with Reverend Kevin Brown officiating. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park. Visitation will be 1:00-2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 4, 2024...

Hazel Ann Norris

Hazel Ann Norris

Dec 27, 2023

Hazel Ann Norris Hazel Ann Norris, 84, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 27, 2023, at home. Memorial services will be held at 6:00 p.m., Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born on September 6,...

Linda Lee Currie

Linda Lee Currie

Dec 27, 2023

Linda Lee Currie, 82, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 27, 2023, at her home surrounded by loved ones. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Little Cypress Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend David Turner. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m....

Irene Marie Stevens

Irene Marie Stevens

Dec 27, 2023

Irene Marie Stevens Irene Marie Stevens, 96, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on December 27, 2023, peacefully at home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 6, 2024, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Antony Paulose of St. Mary Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens...

Tommy Lynn Day

Tommy Lynn Day

Dec 26, 2023

Celebrating the Life of Tommy Lynn Day November 9, 1929 – December 26, 2023 Tommy Lynn Day passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 26, 2023, at his home in Bevil Oaks, Texas, at the age of 94. He was born on November 9, 1929, at home in Center, Texas, to Jiles Cicero Day and Mildred Clyde Carlisle. He...

Cecile Louise Berard

Cecile Louise Berard

Dec 26, 2023

Cecile Louise Bourgeois Berard, 93, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on December 26, 2023, in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Deacon Payne. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange, Texas. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00...

Patricia Ann Borel

Patricia Ann Borel

Dec 25, 2023

Patricia Ann Borel Patricia Ann Borel passed away peacefully on December 25, 2023, in Port Arthur, Texas. She was born on June 6, 1940, in Kokomo, Indiana to parents, Loyd and Marie Jackson. Patricia found joy in various hobbies and interests. She was an active member of the Caring Friends group and cherished opportunities to engage with others. Patricia loved...

Dale Edward Forse

Dale Edward Forse

Dec 25, 2023

Dale Edward Forse Dale Edward Forse, 63, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 25, 2023, at home surrounded by loved ones. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 29, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend David Green. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00...

Patricia Ann Hudson

Patricia Ann Hudson

Dec 23, 2023

Patricia Ann Hudson Patricia Ann Hudson passed away peacefully at her home in Orange on December 23, 2023. She was born on December 30, 1935, to parents Leander Chauffepied and Grace Miller Linder. Patricia led a fulfilling life dedicated to her family and community. In addition to being a devoted mother and homemaker, she also ran a daycare and worked...

Fay Jean Williams

Fay Jean Williams

Dec 22, 2023

Fay Alva Jean Williams, 87, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 22, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 29, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Cazzy Francis of Pathway Church Mid County. Burial will follow at Parish Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will...

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