Steen Jacobs, 72, of Orange, passed away on March 24, 2020, at Focused Care.

Born in Jasper, Texas on February 18, 1948, she was the daughter of John Bouitt and Beatrice (Silas) Blouitt.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Beatrice Blouitt. Steen enjoyed riding around looking at the scenery, walking, and talking to friends. She loved to dance and would eat just about anything you gave her. Steen was a loving mother and friend and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her son, Reginald Blouitt of Orange; good friends, Wanda Hadnot of Orange, Edna Malveaux of Jasper, and Beverly Winbush also of Orange; Reginald’s father, Larry Galloway, Sr. of Houston; and her best friend, Diane Cook and husband Richard of Orange.

Cremation will be under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home.

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Donald Eugene Wells, age 71 of Orange, Texas passed away surrounded by his loving family on Monday, March 23, 2020. A memorial service will be held at a later date to honor and remember Don’s legacy at Family Worship Center in Orange, Texas. Arrangements will be handled by Dorman Funeral Home.

Don was born in Lafayette, Indiana on October 5, 1948 to Phyllis Burge Wells and Clarence Eugene Wells. He proudly served his country in the United States Marines Corp and fought in Vietnam. After Vietnam He served his country in the National Guard in Indiana.  Don retired after 30 years of service with Chemical Waste Management as a supervisor. Don earned his pilot’s license years ago and enjoyed the peace and thrill of flying. He enjoyed working on vehicles as a hobby.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Wells and Phyllis Burge.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 51 years, Julie Ann Jackson Wells of Orange, TX., Brothers Rick Wells and his wife Karan, Kim Wells and his wife Julie, Jeff Wells, Toney Gill and his wife Linda, Frank and his wife Marty, Jamie and wife Dawn, Jerry Wells and wife Kimberly. Sisters Micky Veach, Chris Shoemaker, Shelia Best. Sons Paul Wells and Rusty Wells of Orange, Daughter Barbara Manning and her Husband William Manning of Beaumont TX, Son Jayson Wells and his wife Crystal Wells of Orange. Grand kids Sarah Bazan and her husband Louis Bazan Jr., Justin Stone, Emma-Lee wells, Brandon Wells, and Dylan Wells, Rachel Leigh Steward, Ami Wells, and Clark Wells. Great grandson Louis Xavier Bazan III and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions can be made to Family Worship Center Church, 2300 41^st Street Orange, TX 77630.

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Harriet (BeeBee) Elizabeth Brittain, age 71, of Orange, Texas, went to spend eternity with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 22, 2020. Arrangements were made under the direction of Dorman Funeral Home. There will be a Celebration Of Life for Harriet held at a later date.

Harriet was born on Sunday, February 27, 1949, in Orange, Texas to parents, Rose Athea (Cosiau) and John Caroll Greene. Harriet was a lifelong resident of Orange, Texas. Family time was a top priority on Harriet’s list when it came to her favorite things to do. Watching the Dallas Cowboys and the Houston Astros play ball was also among her favorites. Jose Altuve was her all-time favorite Houston Astros Baseball player and she lived for the games. She lived and breathed the Royal Blue of the Dallas Cowboys. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were the light of her life. After loosing the love of her life for 40 years, Terrell Brittain, she found a new life at the lake, where she spent countless happy days.

Harriet was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, who will forever be loved and missed by all who knew her.  

Harriet is proceeded in death by both parents Rose and John Greene, husband Terrell Brittain, sister Katherine Mazzagate, grandson Jackson Simon, and lifelong friend Rex Griffin.

Harriet is survived by her sisters, Becky Greene and Karen Wells, Sharon K. Wingate and husband Larry, Wendy Drapela and husband Mark, Shirley Craft, and brother Lester Brittain and wife Yvonne. Loving children, Rhonda Simon, Gidget Bergeron and husband David, Jason Brittain, Danny Simon and wife Dianne, and Michael Simon and wife Christina. Grandchildren Kolbie Crews and husband Ryan, Hunter Bergeron, Tonya Brittain, Katlyn Vaughn, Brittany Polasek and husband Zac, Klaire Simon, Brooklyn Cooper, and Christian Carrillo. Great-grandchildren Zoey Polasek and Braxton Schlichting. Lifelong friend Carol Griffin.

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Cleo Ida Clark Tomlin, 81, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on March 28, 2020, at her home in Bridge City.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Born in Oakdale, Louisiana, on January 23, 1939, she was the daughter of Warren Earl Clark and Oma (Greer) Clark. Cleo was a 1957 graduate of Stark High School, where she was a member of the Bengal Guards. She loved music and held the position of music leader at First Baptist Church West Orange and Wesley Methodist Church. She also sang in the choir at Cove Baptist Church, where she was a member for many years. Cleo was a part of “The Gospeltones,” a trio who traveled throughout Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana sharing their music. She shared her love of Jesus, music, teacakes, and banana bread with anyone and everyone. Cleo was a witty and caring wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Warren and Oma Clark; her 5 siblings; 3 brothers-in-law; and 1 sister-in-law.

She is survived by her loving husband, Marlon Tomlin of Bridge City; her daughters, Lynn King and husband Rick of Orange, and Becky Hammond and husband Mike of Katy; her siblings, Alton Clark of Orange, and Jewel Johnson of Bedias; as well as her 17 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Hammond, Mickey Hammond, Aaron Hammond, Sean Miller, Rick King, Ronnie Rost, Jr., Ronald Rost, III, Riley Rost, Jimmy Stafford, Clint Burch, Trystin Chapman, Braxton Burch, and Chason Burch.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the caring staff of Southeast Texas Hospice for their compassionate and personal care that was provided during Cleo’s season with them.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Southeast Texas Hospice, 912 W. Cherry Avenue, Orange, Texas 77630.

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Johnny Howard Peveto, Jr., 78, of Vidor, passed away on March 29, 2020, in Beaumont.

Born in Orange, Texas, on November 14, 1941, he was the son of Johnny Howard Peveto, Sr. and Inez (Engles) Peveto. He graduated high school from Mauriceville and went on to receive his degree from Stephen F. Austin State University. Johnny enjoyed fishing and loved cooking- especially the meringue he came to perfect. His passion above all else was found in teaching. He taught at various schools for over 50 years, and impacted many of his students lives over the years. Johnny will be dearly missed by all those who came to know and love him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Johnny Sr. and Inez Peveto; brother, Weldon Peveto, Sr.; and sister, Evelyn Leffel.

He is survived by his nephews, Weldon Peveto, Jr. of Vidor, Johnny “Eddie” Peveto of Conroe and Raymond Clark of Angleton; and nieces, Sherry Taylor of Soper, Oklahoma, Dorothy Allen of Huntsville, Kathleen Hoens of North Zulch, and Rebecca Lawrence of Huffman.

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John August “Pete” Frederick, 86, of Orange, passed away on March 30, 2020, in Beaumont.

Born in Mauriceville, Texas, on May 12, 1933, he was the son of Edmond Harry Frederick Sr., and Lena Pauline Peveto Frederick.

A lifelong resident of Mauriceville, Pete lived on the property homesteaded by his ancestors.  He met and married the love of his life, Betty Jean Thornton Frederick and from then on, his lifelong mission became being the best husband and father he could be. Together, Pete and Betty were the best parents to their children and put their family unit above all else. As a family they enjoyed eating dinner together every night, praying together, and spending time at the lake. He served in the U.S. Army, worked in the oil field and later served as maintenance director for the LC-M school district.

A Godly man, Pete served his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as a lifelong member and a deacon at Mauriceville FBC.  He modeled so clearly what it means to love and care for your family and provide for them.  He was loyal to friends, faithful to God and available to those in need of help.

Pete was widely known for his love of restoring vintage cars, drag racing, and was the patriarch of Passion Racing Team. He enjoyed motorcycle riding, and his lifelong affinity for driving convertibles.  If it went fast – he was all in. He had the ability to repair practically anything.  

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edmond Harry Frederick Sr. and Lena Pauline Peveto Frederick; his brother Casey Edmond Frederick, his sister Pauline Frederick Stephenson; and wife of 43 years, Betty Jean Thornton Frederick.

He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.  Survivors include his children, Edmond Guinn Frederick and fiancé Shelley Barlow, Linda Frederick Craft and fiancé Butch Campbell, Lisa Frederick Ross and husband Randall; his brother Edmond Harry Frederick, Jr.; his longtime companion Nova Dee Strickland; grandchildren Misty Dawne Frederick Lowe, Micah Addison Craft, Betty Jean Frederick, John Logan Craft; and five great granddaughters. Also left to cherish his memory is his precious fur baby Dolly.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be John Peveto, John Matthews, and John Logan Craft.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mauriceville FBC Building Fund, or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.

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Rhonda Lynn Droddy, 63, of Orange, Passed away on March 30, 2020, at MD Anderson in Houston.

Born in Orange, Texas, on March 9, 1957, she was the daughter of Bertis Ray Carrico and Patricia (Smith) Bendy. Rhonda was “Maw Maw” to her beloved grandchildren and great grandson. She enjoyed camping and loved to pick up her grandchildren and keep them for extended periods of time. Rhonda was a horror movie fanatic and collected hundreds of them. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Patricia Bendy; grandson, Aiden Charles; brother, Nathan Carrico Bendy and uncle, Ronnie Smith.

She is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Robert Droddy; father, Bertis Ray Carrico; step father, Roy Bendy; children, Christy Eshbach and husband Bobby of Orange, Patrick Thomas and wife Amber of Orangefield, Ashley Thomas and husband Chris of Richards, Texas, and Jessica Bouley of Brenham, Texas; grandchildren, Bryce Crew, Makayla Thomas, Alexis Thomas, Brooklynn Young, Landon Young, Chad Schubert, Ethan Schubert, Peyton Schubert, Eva Gabehart, and Ellison Gabehart; great grandson, Finn Crew and sisters, Becky Bendy, Melinda Smith, and Stacey Bendy.  

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Michael Eugene O’Quinn, 75, of Vinton, passed away in the comfort of his home on March 31, 2020.  Mike worked as a pipefitter for over 50 years.  He was an original board member of the West Calcasieu Parish Community Center Authority (West Cal Arena).  He was active in the Lions Club and served as past president.  Mike also served as a board trustee for Welsh Memorial United Methodist Church in Vinton.  Mike enjoyed gardening and spending time with his grandkids and great grandkids.  Family meant everything to him, it was the most important.

Mike is survived by his wife of 57 years, Margaret “Pud” O’Quinn of Vinton; three children, Mary Vice of Vinton, Ellen Reed and husband Neville of Orange, TX and Missy McClelland and husband Bud of Vinton; six grandchildren, Misty Fountain, Magen Conner, Hannah Johnson, Patrick Vice, Hayden Reed and Ethan Reed; eight great grandchildren, Tre’ Fountain, Bryce Vice, Greyson Johnson, Aimes Fountain, Jace Vice, Beckett Johnson, Russell Reed and Chloe Conner; one sister, Jimmie Hunt; and numerous nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by one son, Patrick O’Quinn; his parents, Howard and Ollie Jones O’Quinn; brothers, Wilton O’Quinn, Terry O’Quinn, Billy O’Quinn; and a sister, Peggy Mortimer. 

A memorial service for Mike will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children Hospital or Welsh Memorial United Methodist Church in Vinton.

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Robert Alden Glover, age 65 of Orangefield, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at his home. A memorial service will be held at a later date to honor Robert’s life.

He was born in Westfield, New York to Mary Edith Thompson and Thomas Allen Glover on July 31, 1954. He was raised in Arizona and moved to Texas after graduating high school. He loved to BBQ, go hunting, fishing, and most of all he loved to spend time with family, especially his beloved grandchildren. His grandkids were the light of his life.

He is preceded in death by his mother Mary Edith Thompson, father Thomas Allen Glover and brother Allen Glover.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Beverly Sterling Glover; siblings- Tina Glover Colt, Timothy Glover, Diana Glover Wion and Roberta Glover Walters; children- Thomas Wayne Glover and wife Michelle Chance Glover, Tyler Jacob Glover and wife Michelle Van Pelt Glover and Dixie Nacole Glover; beloved grandchildren- Tristan Glover, Rylie Glover and Trevor Glover; and special family friends Rick and Crissy Sonnier.

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Brent Evan Sherrill, 55, of Orange Texas passed away in the comfort of his home on April 1st, 2020. He succumbed to a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born and raised in Orange Texas by Marvin & Myrtle (Blackmon) Sherrill. He graduated from Little Cypress Mauriceville and received an Associate degree from Lamar University Orange. He worked at Delta Downs, RESCAR, and as a radio DJ (Cowboy Brent Michaels) for many years in Orange/Beaumont. Recently Brent worked as a consular at the Beaumont methadone clinic.

He was an avid football & baseball fan and followed the Lamar sports programs (thanks much to Harold Mann). He enjoyed playing pool and entertaining friends, family and locals with his witty stories and famous, plagiarized jokes.

Brent was preceded in his death by both of his parents, Marvin and Myrtle Sherrill. Also his 2 older brothers, William and Stuart Sherrill. He is survived by his brothers Richard Sherrill Jr. of Orange, Greg and his wife Deana Sherrill of Orange, Bruce and his wife Pat of Hopewell, Virginia. Also his daughters Brittany and Courtney of Orange and Mica and her husband John of Austin, Texas.

Also thanks to the nurses at Compassion Hospice, Ann & Marla for whom we are all very grateful.

There will be no service (due to the Corona virus) at this time.

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Joshua Bland, age 77 of Deweyville, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. His family will be having a private graveside service at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park.

Joshua was born at home on Jack’s Island, Orange, Texas on July 23, 1942 to Ruby Lee Mitchell Bland and James Tracy Bland. Joshua was exceptionally skilled at working with his hands, and had been a carpenter his entire life. During his younger years he enjoyed fishing. Joshua loved and was loved by his big family; he will be greatly missed by all.

He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Ruby Bland, and siblings; Pamela Bland, Jerry Bland and James Bland.

Joshua is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Sandra Sue Bland, his sister Sharon Ellis & Johnny, his nine children; Elizabeth Ann Bland Wilson, Joshua Bryon Bland & Robyn, James Jodie Mack Bland & Glenda, David Joshua Bland, Christopher Elias Bland & Missi, Martha Jane Bland-Guzman, Joshua Bland Jr. & Natalie, Kevin Wayne Bland and Susan Marie Bland. He is also survived by his twenty three grandchildren and twenty three great grandchildren.

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Marilyn Relief Groves Jorgenson Deshotel, 91, went to spend eternity with her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 3, 2020 surrounded by her family. She was born on September 16, 1928 to her late parents, Henry and Addie Groves in Shreveport, LA. 

She is survived by her son, Karl Jorgenson and wife Alison of Springtown, TX; daughters, Soni Wood and husband Walter of Mauriceville, TX, Mari Berry and husband Bobby of Orange, TX; 11 grandchildren; and 27 great grandchildren.

Marilyn is preceded in death by her husband of 33 years, Jerry Jorgenson, and Keith Deshotel of 20 years; and one daughter, Jeri Jorgenson of Mauriceville, TX.

Family and friends were a top priority in her life and she was a Nanny to many. Nanny was amazed at being an only child and creating such a big family.

A Celebration of Marilyn’s life will be held at a later date at Hixson-Snider Funeral Home in DeQuincy, LA. Burial will be at Perkins Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the kind care givers of Heart to Heart Hospice Services in Beaumont, TX. Services entrusted to Jordan and Amanda Mothershed of Hixson-Snider Funeral Home. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonsnider.com.

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Lige Clayton, 92, peacefully passed away at his home in Beaumont, Texas on April 1, 2020. He was surrounded by family who joined in the rosary, not only in person, but also by phone from Florida, Dallas, New York and Austin. 

Lige was born March 9, 1928 in Warren, Texas, preceded in death by his parents Josie and Walter Bailey, his brothers Jesse Clayton, Glenn Bailey, Leon Bailey, James Bailey, WB Bailey and Walter Bruce Bailey, his sisters Dorothy Mitchum, Nell Bailey Hooks and Rosie McCann, his son Paul Douglas Clayton, and his grandson Jared Adam Clayton. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Josephine. Also left to mourn are his children, Darrell Clayton and wife Liz, Belinda Clayton Menard and husband Doyle, Karen Clayton Steward and husband Gerald, Vanessa Clayton Ward and husband Jeff. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Eric Clayton and husband Jeremy, Maren Menard, Lige Menard, Heather Besser and husband Barrett, Janna Menard, Kirby Clayton, Morgan Steward, and Andrea Steward; great grandchildren Lige Menard, Julia Menard, Kyden Lyon, Leif Menard, Kahlan Menard, Dylan Key, and Lennox Besser. He is also survived by his sister, Walterine Bailey Loftin. 

Lige’s illustrious career included retiring from Bethlehem Steel Company, and is most remembered for being an assistant business agent for Boilermakers Local 587 and CLEAT. Lige participated in World War II and was a member of the Blue Devils and the 82nd Airborne. He para-trooped directly onto the battlegrounds of Normandy and earned various medals, including a Purple Heart, and was considered a hero. 

Lige brought a sense of fun to everything he did. He loved to sing “The Gambler” by Kenny Rogers, without concern to whether it was off key. He loved his family and gave nicknames to everyone, such as “Christmas Turkey.” He loved to tell crazy stories that he insisted were true. It seems fitting that this prankster passed on April Fool’s Day. 

Although he participated in many roles, Lige most cherished that of a husband and father. Josephine and his children were the light of his life. He will be remembered as a beloved husband, father, uncle and grandfather, whose love knew no end.

Lige’s life will be celebrated at St. Jude’s Catholic Church, Beaumont, Texas on a date and time to be announced.  

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Mitchell M. Bertrand, 81, passed peacefully from this life on April 4, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born on August 18, 1938 to parents, Elmo and Irene Bertrand. He was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, grandpa and great-grandpa. He loved everyone he met with his whole heart and never missed a chance to show them with a big kiss on the cheek and tight bear hug. 

He was first married to Patricia A. Waggoner on June 8, 1962. They had two beautiful daughters Lorena Bertrand and Leslie Bertrand-Pierce. They remained married for 21 years. He was later reunited with his high school sweetheart, Frances O. Coward-Stephenson and were joined in marriage on June 13, 2002 and they have lived a beautiful life together. 

“Pawpaw B”, as everyone called him, spent his life living peacefully in the country, growing satsuma trees, going on jogs through the neighborhood, working multiple gardens, raising chickens and ducks, feeding and listening to the birds, sitting around a campfire, chasing his beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren, they were the apple of his eye. 

He was a faithful member of Ninth & Elm Church of Christ and a Sunday school teacher to many. He loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and never faltered to share the gospel. His church family also meant the world to him.

He is preceded in death by his parents Elmo & Irene Bertrand; and daughter, Lorena M. Bertrand

He is survived by his wife, Frances O. Bertrand; his daughter, Leslie D. Pierce; his brother, Allen Bertrand & wife Linda; sister, Betty Sherman & husband Doyce; grand children, Jessica Dumesnil & husband Brock, Eric Pierce & wife Lakin, Sydney Brown & husband Tyler; great-grandchildren, Addyson, Harper, Lilian, & Isaac Dumesnil, Denver Pierce and Clara Brown. 

A memorial service/celebration of life will be held at a later date, To be announced. Dorman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 

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Joan, as she was known, came into this life on Friday, October 14, 1935, the fourth child of James Burlie and Clarice Laxson Scales and left to reunite with them again on April 1, 2020. Her early years were spent joyously roaming the prairies and woods with all of her relatives and friends at the homestead of her grandfather and grandmother, Jim and Mary Scales, where her family lived.

Her schooling began at the age of 5 years at Prairie View Elementary in Orange County. She graduated from Orange Stark High in 1952 and went on to attend Lamar University, Texas Woman’s University and The University of South Carolina. Her yearning for knowledge and exploring new places continued her full life.

Joan was a great housekeeper and cook. Her work outside of the home was secretarial, assisting in running a family owned business, teaching school and real estate sales. She retired from outside work at the age of 66 but continued as a housekeeper.

She and her husband Daniel married in 1973. With that marriage came two beautiful young stepdaughters. Dan’s daughter, Donna Marie was very dear to her and became to be a great source of love and blessings. Her greatest earthly blessing was her marriage to Daniel, their daughter Mary Angelina, and her daughter, our granddaughter, Ayla Alexandria.

Those proceeding her in death are her parents, James Burlie and Clarice Laxson Scales; brother, Ralph Edwin Scales; sisters-in-law, Sybil Goulas Scales and Ruth Anderson Scales; daughters, Tina and Gina Johnson; step-daughter, Danna Cecile Dodson Jones; and mother-in-law, Marie Misco Roby.

Surviving Joan in death are her husband, Daniel Dewey Dodson, Jr.; daughter, Mary Angelina Dodson; granddaughter, Ayla Alexandria Dodson-Hestand; stepdaughter, Donna Marie Dodson Jones; step-grandson, Daniel Lamar Jones; brothers, James B. Scales, Jr., and Harold Austin Scales; sister-in-law, Amelia Ulm Scales; and a beautiful host of nieces and nephews, both great and great-great.

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Evelyn Bonneaux, 90, of Orange, passed away on April 6, 2020, at her home surrounded by loved ones.

Born in Kosciusko, Mississippi, on July 30, 1929, she was the daughter of Earnest L. Blanton and Mary (Pender) Blanton. Evelyn had a kind heart and a wild sense of adventure. She valued her family more than anything and always made sure they came first. Evelyn enjoyed crossword puzzles and the Wheel of Fortune. Evelyn and her beloved husband Nelson travelled the world together, living in several countries and giving birth to her children in the Philippines, Taiwan, and San Antonio. She loved her sons dearly and took great joy in being “Grandma” to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, enjoying any chance she got to babysit them. Evelyn will be deeply missed but always remembered in the hearts of everyone who came to know and love her.

She is survived by her loving husband, Nelson Bonneaux; sons, Paul Bonneaux and wife Suzanne, David Bonneaux and wife Christine, and Gary Bonneaux and wife Allisha; 7 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

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Ruby Anna Boehme Parks, only daughter of Ida Witt Boehme and Charles August Boehme, Sr., was born August 1, 1923, in Orange, Texas. She and four brothers were reared at 804 Rein Street in Orange. She attended Anderson Elementary, Orange High School and Adelphi College in Garden City, New York.

In high school, Ruby was a member of Lutcher Stark’s famed Bengal Guard Drum & Bugle Corps, giving guest performances in such venues as the 1940 Sugar Bowl in New Orleans and the Chicagoland Music Festival at Soldier’s Field in Chicago. In World War II, Ruby and all four of her brothers served in the military, Ruby attaining Yeoman First Class in the United States Coast Guard Women’s Reserve. In 1947, she was a member of the Austin, Minnesota, based American Legion Spam Post 570 All-Women’s Veterans Drum & Bugle Corps competing at the American Legion Convention in New York City, the first such all-women’s corps to participate in the competition.

Back home, Ruby worked as a secretary. As a member of the former National Secretaries Association, now the International Association of Administrative Professionals, she served a year as Division Treasurer for the Texas-Louisiana-New Mexico Division. She was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church of Orange, Texas, serving her church in early years as a member of the choir, and as secretary to both the Board of Ministers and the Administrative Board. In later years, she worked in the Intercessory Prayer Ministry.

Ruby married B.W. Parks, Jr., in 1957, and together, they became parents of Boyd Jackson and Lynda Charlayne. Ruby & B.W.’s hobbies included boating, fishing and bowling. After retirement, they enjoyed their “little white RV,” going to many national parks in the United States and Western Canada with their beloved beagle, Jessie. Ruby also volunteered every Thursday in the food pantry of Orange Christian Services for over 20 years.

Ruby went home to her Lord and Savior on April 5, 2020, after a period of illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles, Sr., and Ida; her husband, B.W.; her four brothers, Lee Roy, Charles, Jr., Lawrence and Wilbur (“Skeet”); and three of her sisters-in-law, Eldred, Lois and Yvonne (“Vonner”), all of Orange. She is survived by her two children, Boyd Parks and wife, Roxanne, of Port Neches, and Lynda Walther and husband, Matt, of Howell, Michigan; her three grandchildren, Mark Allbritton and wife, Megan, of Groves, Alicia Mouton and husband, Bobby, of Orangefield, and Andrew Parks of Port Neches; her four great-grandchildren, Blake and Allie Jo Allbritton of Mauriceville, and Kylie and Azlyn Mouton of Orangefield; her sister-in-law, Gwen Boehme, of Orange; and numerous members of the Witt-Boehme family tree spread across Texas, as well as many good friends in Orange County, all of whom she dearly loved.

Ruby’s family wishes to pass on their deep appreciation to Ruby’s many caregivers at Montebello Home Health in Beaumont, Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas in Beaumont, Oak Grove Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center in Groves, and Mid-Jefferson Extended Care Hospital in Nederland, as well as her neighbors at Palm Garden Active Senior Living in Orange. Without them, maintaining Ruby’s high quality of life in her last years would not have been possible.

In accordance with her wishes, Ruby’s family asks that donations be made to the First United Methodist Church of Orange, Texas, in lieu of flowers.

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Louis Curtis Harmon, 85, of Beaumont, passed away Saturday, April, 4, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his family.

He was born at home in Orangefield, TX on November 27, 1934, to Annie Hutchinson Harmon and George Joseph Harmon. After graduating from Orangefield High school, Louis worked in a variety of jobs including, the oilfields, DuPont Refinery in Orange, TX, Pipefitters Local Union 195, and in the oil industry in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. At the end of the 1970s, Louis designed and built a 60’ steel hull shrimp boat which he named the Melissa Dale, after his daughter and wife. Louis loved sports and was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. He also had a passion for dancing and helping others.

Louis was preceded in death by his wife, Dale Broussard Harmon, his parents, George and Annie Harmon, his siblings George Harmon, Jr., Laverne Harmon Denosowicz, Jack Harmon and Carol Ann Harmon; three nephews David Harmon, Jacklyn Harmon and Charlie Hillebrandt and one grandchild, Amber Fazio.

He is survived by his wife, Louise Fazio, sons, Steve Harmon and Dr. Kirk Harmon, daughter, Melissa Harmon Ernst and husband, Tim. Stepchildren: Bobby Joe Holcomb and wife Bonnie, Lynn Fazio & Amelia Hebert, Tammy Fazio Stanfield and husband Brent. He had nine grandchildren: Ben Ernst and wife, Brittany, Sean Aucoin and wife, Helen, Brendi Ernst Richardson and husband, Drake, Brittany Harmon, Amber Harmon Schneider, and husband Josh, Dustin Fazio and wife Ashley, Sean Fowler, Crystal SanMartin and husband Dr. Jose SanMartin, and Ryden Stanfield.   He had six great-grandchildren: Kate Ernst, Abigayle Ernst, Wyatt Ernst, Jax Ernst, Madeline Aucoin, Logan Schneider, Oliver Schneider, Landynn Fazio, Avery Fazio, Josesito SanMartin and Ana Lucia SanMartin.

A private burial service was held on Tuesday, April 07, 2020 at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.

A memorial will be scheduled at a later date.

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Michael “Mike” Scott Westbrook, 54, of Lumberton, died Thursday, March 26, 2020.  He was born on February 6, 1966, in Port Arthur, to Clara Smith Westbrook and Ronnie Mills Westbrook.

Mike Westbrook taught for thirty years in southeast Texas. His career as a band director carried him to the Evadale, Port Arthur, Lumberton, Port Neches-Groves and the Hardin-Jefferson school districts. Twenty-eight of these years were as a band director. He served two of his ten years in Lumberton as an Assistant Principal.

His bands achieved great success in each district in which he taught. The programs grew in quality and numbers under his guidance. His love for students was evident and their love for him was evident in the way they performed. Mike’s goal was for them to constantly improve and to always be the best they can be. They always carried themselves well and represented their schools in a first-class manner. He expected nothing less from them than he expected from himself.

Mike was a loving family man and friend. Those who knew him were blessed to have him be a part of their lives. He was always the first one to offer help, a smile, or an encouraging word. His laughter was contagious, and his smile was infectious. While we will all miss him greatly, we can all remember him and know that our lives are better because of him. Heaven has gained a new first chair trumpet and we will all see you soon.           

Mike was well respected among his peers and was always willing to help when asked. He was a regular volunteer at TMEA activities at the local, area, and state levels. His contributions to music education are many and he will be missed greatly by all those who knew him.

Survivors include his wife, Karen Westbrook; children, Mollie Westbrook, Aaron Westbrook, and Ella Westbrook; father, Ronnie Westbrook of Nederland; siblings, Amy Nelson and her husband, Steven, of Nederland; and Stephen Westbrook and his wife, Ronna, of Jasper; mother-in-law, Barbara Cummings of Lumberton; bother-in-law, Kevin Cummings and his wife, Cindy, of Kountze; and nieces and nephews, Sarah Nelson, Robyn Nelson, Kevin Nelson, Tristan Westbrook, and Koby Cummings.  He is preceded in death by his mother, Clara Westbrook; and grandparents, Eula and Ernest Smith, and Jewel and Carl Westbrook.

Mike’s memorial will be held at a later date under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

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Elizabeth Ann Kibbe, 62, of Plano, Texas, passed away on April 2, 2020, at her mother’s home in Bridge City, Texas.            

Born in Orange, Texas, on October 9, 1957, she was the daughter of Robert L. Kibbe, Jr. and Patsy (Wade) Kibbe Gifford. Elizabeth worked as a CPA for Parkland Hospital in Dallas for many years. She was a supporter of Circle Drive Baptist Church in Bridge City. Elizabeth was a talented musician and accomplished pianist. She loved gardening and spending time with her dogs, Lizzie, Oliver, Rosie, Cookie, and Stewart. Elizabeth will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her father, Robert L. Kibbe, Jr.

She is survived by her mother, Patsy Kibbe Gifford of Bridge City; her siblings, Robert L. Kibbe, IV and wife Kay of Wasilla, Alaska, and Martha Garrett and husband Billy of Bridge City; her nieces and nephews, Fara and Ryan Grounds of Arlington, Virginia and Jason Wendt of New York, Joshua Kibbe of Dallas, Shawn and Kaylia Garrett of Nederland, Tory Garrett of Dallas, Brady and Ashley Garrett of Orange, and Courtney and Cory Hodge of Orange; as well as numerous other loving family members.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Texas Baptist Men, 5351 Catron Drive, Dallas, Texas 75227, or Wycliffe Bible Translators, P. O. Box 628200, Orlando, Florida 32862.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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