Parnel Reed, 84, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 12, 2018, in Orange.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 14, 2018, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Father Steven Leger. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery Mausoleum in Orange.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. A rosary will be held at 6:00 p.m. during the visitation.

Born in Chatagnier, Louisiana, on August 31, 1933, she was the daughter of Walter Rozas and Eza (Soileau) Rozas. Parnel was a homemaker and owner of Mother Goose day care in Bridge City. She was a volunteer for many years with Orange Christian Services and with St. Henry Catholic Church Knights of Columbus during their Lenten fish fry’s. Parnel was a member of Lou-Tex Camping Club where she and Carl enjoyed travelling with their friends,  and she was a  member of St. Helen’s and St. Henry’s Catholic Churches. She will be dearly missed by all those who came to know and love her.

She was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband of 65 years, Carl Reed; and brother, Tim Rozas.

She is survived by her children, Craig A. Reed of Bridge City, Carlis A. Roy and husband Brad of Orange, Phyllis M. Schulz and husband Bruno of Orange, Donna R. Gray and husband Perry of Orange; grandchildren, Ashley Roy Bearden and husband Tyler, Morgan Hinds and husband David Jr., and Gavin Gray; great-grandchildren, Andie Bearden, Beckett Bearden, Ledger Hinds, and Knox Hinds; sister, Faye Massey and husband Charles G. of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; and brother, Raleigh Rozas and wife Denise of Tennessee.

The family wishes to express their appreciation to Kay, Pearl, Mary Ann, Pam, and Miss Arlie for the loving care they provided to our mother and grandmother.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Altus Hospice, 3180 College St, Beaumont, Texas 77701.

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Sally Cason Vance, 88, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on March 10, 2018, in Royse City, Texas.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 14, 2018, at First Baptist Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Bill Fabriguze. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens in Nederland.

Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at First Baptist Church in Bridge City.

Born in Memphis, Tennessee, on February 3, 1930, she was the daughter of Byron Cason and Mary John (Marshall) Cason. Sally retired from Sims Elementary school where she was a music teacher for 22 years. She was a member of First Baptist Church for many years. Sally was very devoted to her husband, children and grandchildren. A pastor’s wife, Sally was very supportive of her husband’s ministry. Together they served various Baptist churches in the golden triangle area and traveled to several countries on different mission trips. She will be dearly missed by all those who came to know and love her.

She was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Reverend Dale Vance; and sister, Mary C. Bethay.

She is survived by her children, Robert D. Vance and wife Karen of Bridge City, John B. Vance of Liberty, Mary P. Bingham and husband Jeff of Bridge City, and Brenda C. Barron and husband Philip of Royse City; grandchildren, Alex Bingham, Philip Dale Barron, Evan Barron and Emily Barron; and brothers, John T. Cason of Elizabeth City, North Carolina, and William S. Cason and wife Ellen of New York City, New York.

Serving as pallbearers will be Robert Vance, John Vance, Philip Barron and Jeff Bingham.

For those who wish, memorials may be directed to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 445, Orange, Texas 77631.

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John “Jack” R. Oldani, 81, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 12, 2018.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 16, 2018, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Sinclair Oubre, Father Tom Phelan, and Father Dave Edwards. Entombment will follow at St. Mary Mausoleum.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., with a Vigil Service held at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Joliet, Illinois, on June 29, 1936. He was the son of John Robert Oldani and Gladys Elizabeth Gronemann. Jack attended Joliet Catholic High School and Joliet Jr. College. He was in the United States Marine Reserves. Jack was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus, where he served as Treasurer and previously Grand Knight. Jack was also a member of the Propeller Club and Rotary Club. He was President of Weaver Shipyard and Vice President of L&L Marine. Jack was a kind, loving, and generous man who loved his wife and family dearly, especially his grandchildren. He loved the Lord and was a faithful Catholic and devoted member of his church. Jack was dearly loved and will be missed by all who knew him.

Jack is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Marilyn (Buldak) Oldani; children, Dan Oldani and wife Norma, Doug Oldani and wife Tammy, Amy Ousley and husband Steven, and Dave Oldani and wife Lisa; grandchildren, Amanda Brill and husband Matt, Lauren Hall and husband Cameron, Danny Oldani, Carlea Oldani, John Oldani, Abbey Oldani, Kaitlynn Henson, Mason Ousley and wife Morgan, Madison Ousley, Nolan Denny, and Jack Denny; sister, Carol Wallin and husband Wayne. The family would like to express a special thank you to Judy Long for her friendship and devotion.

Serving as pallbearers will be Danny Oldani, John Oldani, Nolan Denny, Mason Ousley, Matt Brill, and Jason Brancato. Honorary pallbearers will be the Knight of Columbus members, Council #13825.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Knights of Columbus Scholarship Fund at P.O. Box 356, Orange, Texas 77631.

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James Virgil Dorrell, 63, of Orange, passed away on Monday, March 12, 2018.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 17, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Father Joseph P. Daleo of St. Mary Catholic Church. Cremation is under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home. Burial of cremated remains will be held at a later date at Bethany Cemetery in Colmesneil, Texas.

Visitation will be from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., before the service begins at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Orange, Texas, on February 3, 1955, he was the son of Thomas Bervin Dorrell and Erma Jean Flowers. James attended Lutcher-Stark High School, class of 1973, where he was a star baseball athlete. He graduated from Baylor University with a degree in marketing and went on to work for DuPont for 38 years as a laboratory analyst. He had a passion for tennis and went on to become a certified teaching professional under USPTA. He followed the McNeese girls tennis team and mentored many high school tennis players for 30 years in Orange, Texas. He was an avid fan of Baylor University sports. He attended St. Mary Catholic Church and loved listening to and attending concerts of the Doobie Brothers. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Bervin Dorrell; and his mother-in-law, Virginia Goff Musemeche.

He is survived by his mother, Erma Jean Dorrell Riley; loving wife of 41 years, Maria (Musemeche) Dorrell of Orange, Texas; children, Beau James Dorrell of Orange, Texas, Nicholas James Dorrell of Mid County, Texas; nephews, Seth Johnson and wife Erika of Sarasota, Florida, Adam Johnson and wife Jodi of Corinth, Texas; great-niece Rose Johnson; sister, Tommye J. Dorrell Johnson and husband Paul of Orange, Texas; brother, George B. Dorrell and Holli Hames Hay of Plano, Texas; brother-in-laws, Christopher and wife Lucinda Musemeche of Houston, Texas, Stephan Paul and wife Tammy Musemeche of Bronson, Texas; sister-in-law, Kate and Anne Morgan-Musemeche of Austin, Texas, Laura and husband Jonathan Yarbrough of Brenham, Texas; father-in-law, Frank Musemeche of Orange, Texas; beloved pets, Puppito and Lela; and grand dog, Nola.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Southeast Texas Hospice 912 W. Cherry, Orange, Texas; St, Judes- stjude.org or Humane Society 2050 Spindletop Ave. Beaumont, Texas 77705.

The family would like to extend gratitude to Dr. Michael Amsden and all of the team at Southeast Texas Hospice for their care and support. 

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Roger Dale Trahan, age 66 of Orange, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at his home. Services to honor Roger’s life will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at Dorman Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow at Big Woods Cemetery in Edgerly, Louisiana. Family and friends will gather for a visitation from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 17, 2018.

Roger was born in Kaplan, Louisiana on December 19, 1951 to Ozite Marie Hebert Trahan and Wilson Trahan. He was one of five boys. Roger graduated from West Orange High School in 1971 and excelled as a football player. Roger worked as a welder in the shipyards and local construction. He enjoyed drag racing, vintage cars and hotrods. Roger also loved being in the outdoors and hunting.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Wilson and Ozite Marie Trahan and brother Billy Trahan.

Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter Brandi Conn and her husband Ryan of Hamshire, TX. Three brothers; Ricky Trahan and his wife Ludy of West Orange, TX, Earl Trahan and his wife Patricia of Orange, TX and Robert Trahan of Toledo Bend, TX. Two granddaughters, Kyndal Conn and Kamryn Conn. As well as his ex-wife and longtime friend Betty Trahan  of Vinton, LA.

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Melba Boles Kelley, 91, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 13, 2018, in Orange.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 19, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Travis Hood, of Cove Baptist Church in Orange. Burial will follow the service at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Shelbyville, Texas, on July 28, 1926, she was the daughter of Jesse Boles and Maggie Baker Boles. She was a graduate of Stark High School. Melba worked as a secretary for the Naval Base in Orange where she met her husband, Clifford Kelley, Jr. and went on to work as a secretary at the City of West Orange for 22 years before retiring. She loved her family dearly and enjoyed following her grandchildren’s activities.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Clifford Kelley, Jr.; parents, Jesse and Maggie Boles; and her siblings, Alvis Doyle Boles, Thomas Lee Boles, Jesse Thomas Boles, Jr., Zelda Peveto, and infant sister, Caroline Boles.

Melba is survived by her daughter, Pamela Champagne and husband Albert, of Orange; grandchildren, Eric Lindsey and wife Lisa, of Houston, Christa Hardy, of Orange, and Jessica Babin and husband Cory, of Nederland; great-grandchildren, Seth Buchanan, Caidon Buchanan, Zoee Buchanan, Anna Babin, Avery Babin, Drew Babin, Sophia Lindsey, and Daniella Lindsey; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Serving as pallbearers will be Seth Buchanan, Caidon Buchanan, Cory Babin, Chad Jenkins, Morgan Michael, and Alex Caswell. Honorary pallbearers are her grandchildren.

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Kenneth James LeBlanc, 59, of Orangefield, Texas, passed away on March 13, 2018.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 17, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas, Officiating will be Reverend Jeremy Jacobs. Burial will follow the service at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City.

Born in Lafayette, Louisiana, on October 17, 1958, Kenneth was the son of Dallas LeBlanc and Norma (Landry) LeBlanc. He worked as a Nuclear Medicine Tech at St. Elizabeth Hospital and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Kenneth was an avid fan of the New Orleans Saints, liked listening to music, and enjoyed cooking. He loved his children and his beloved dog, Gypsie, and enjoyed being at home with them and working around the house. Kenneth will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dallas and Norma LeBlanc; and his sister, Kimberly LeBlanc.

Kenneth is survived by his children, Tyler LeBlanc, of Orangefield and Hannah LeBlanc, of Marshall; and his siblings, Keith LeBlanc, of Dallas, Kathy Lee and husband Kirby, of Lafayette, LA, and Karen LeBlanc, of Lafayette, LA, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Serving as pallbearers will be Chey Jackson, Jacob Buffington, Tyler LeBlanc, Cameron Anderson, Corey Gillespie, and Jake Bland.

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Gertrude Broussard, 87, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 15, 2018, in Port Arthur, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 19, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon Melvin Payne. Burial will follow the service at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with a Rosary recited by Deacon David Bonneaux at 6:00 p.m., Sunday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Orange, Texas, on July 25, 1930, she was the daughter of Claude Bergeron and Annette (Mendoza) Bergeron. Gertrude was a faithful member of St. Mary Catholic Church as well as serving as a Eucharistic Minister there. She loved to cook and always had a big meal prepared for her family on Sundays. Gertrude always had a welcoming smile on her face and made sure that everyone she met felt like a part of her family. She loved her family deeply and will missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing and loving her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Annette Bergeron; her loving husband, Irving Paul Broussard; and her 6 brother and sisters.

Those left to cherish Gertrude’s memory include her children, Owen McPayne and Ella Bergeron, of Vidor, Ellen Fleming and husband Peter, of Orange, Susan Moody and husband Aaron, of Vinton, LA, Wendell Broussard, of Orange, Mark Broussard, of Orange, Norman Broussard and wife Lori, of Orange, and Marian Trammel and husband Douglas, of Bridge City; 21 grandchildren; along with many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Serving as pallbearers will be Aaron Paul Moody, Abram Moody, Matthew McPayne, Jason Broussard, Daniel Trammel, and Paul Broussard.

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Delbert Grady Risinger, 81, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 16, 2018, at his home surrounded by loved ones.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Barry Bradley, of First Baptist Church in Orange. Burial will follow the service at Autumn Oaks Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Shelby County, Texas, on November 15, 1936, he was the son of Grady Buren Risinger and Sara Allie Risinger. Delbert worked as an Instrumentation Electrician at Temple-Inland, formerly known as Owens Illinois, in Orange. He graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1954 and grew up in the Patroon Community. He enjoyed ranching, playing guitar, and singing. He loved his family dearly and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. 

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Joyce Irene Etheredge Risinger; parents, Grade and Allie Risinger; son, Ben Alan Risinger; grandchildren, Nicholas Alan Franck and Tyler James Risinger; and his sister, Sara Louise Yarbrough.

Delbert is survived by his sons, Mike Risinger and wife Linda of Orange, Randy Risinger and wife Sylvia of Orange; daughter, Annette Franck of Orange; grandchildren, Willie Franck, Nicole Lind, Stacy Broussard, Sherrie Royer, Brian Risinger, Eric Risinger, and Cory Risinger; and 12 great-grandchildren, Hunter, Trey, Allie, Brooke, Mason, Sarah, Vick, Addie, Jackson, Dylan, Kennedy, and Jaylon. He is also survived by his siblings, Marlon Risinger of Orange, Jerry Risinger of Orange, Sybile Truss of Nacogdoches, and Shirley Webb of Dickerson.

Serving as pallbearers will be Brian Risinger, Eric Risinger, Willie Franck, Cory Risinger, Trey Broussard, Hunter Franck, and Dylan Lind.

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Audrene Click, 87, of Vidor, passed away on March 15, 2018, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont.

A graveside service will be 10:00am, Monday, March 19, 2018, at Restlawn Cemetery in Vidor. Officiating will be Pastor George Gau of Turning Point Church in Vidor.

Visitation will be from 5:00pm-8:00pm, Sunday, March 18, 2018 at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont.

Born in Snyder, Texas, on April 29, 1930, she was the daughter of Willis Clement White and Jessie Leslie (Ingram) White. Audrene was an avid gardener and cooked the best vegetables. She was a strong Christian woman who was truly God’s servant. She was a very active member within Turning Point Church. Audrene helped to deliver food to the elderly up until Harvey as a part of the Lunches of Love program. Before she was a member of Turning Point Church she was a member of Westwood Bible Church for 60 years before they closed. She was a very active, vibrant and independent person. Audrene will always be remembered by those who knew her as a kind-hearted and sweet spirit.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Willis and Jessie White; husband, Jack Click; grandson, Steven Garrett and her brother, O.D. White.

Audrene is survived by her daughters, Jackie Stubblefield and her husband, Garry, and Sheila Crawford and her husband, Ralph both of Vidor; grandchildren, Wayne Stubblefield and his wife, Callie, Kristy Garrett, Justin Crawford, Chad Crawford all of Vidor and Ralph Crawford, Jr. of Houston; eleven great-grandchildren.

She is also survived by her sisters, Oma Nell Wilson of Jasper, Alice Calhoun and husband, John of Mid County, Paula Huckaba of Woodville, Carolyn Delino and husband, Jerry of Mid County; and her brother, Buck White and his wife, Peggy of Silsbee.

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Charles Ray Wilcox, 94, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 16, 2018, at his home surrounded by family and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange with Reverend Barry Bradley officiating. Burial with military rights will follow the service at Jett Cemetery in Orange.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Leesville, Louisiana, on March 5, 1924, he was the son of Ray Wilcox and Ida (Cavanaugh) Wilcox. He proudly served his country in the United States Army Air Corp. during WWII. Charles retired from DuPont Sabine River Works after 35 loyal years of service. He was a member of North Orange Baptist Church as well as the Orange County Historical Society. He was the owner of Wilcox Market Garden where he raised and sold produce to the community. He loved to visit with his customers and share a cup of coffee with them. He employed and taught his grandchildren as well as many of the community’s teenagers and adults. Charles loved his family dearly and will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Ida Wilcox; and his loving wife of 55 years, Bonnie Burton Wilcox.

Charles is survived by his children, Dr. J.E. Wilcox and wife Jan, of Longview, Connie Fipps and husband Eddie, of Mena, AR, Nancy Peveto and husband Billy, of Buna, and Kenneth Ray Wilcox and wife Sheri, of Orange; grandchildren, Drew Wilcox, Dave Wilcox, Ashley Barker, Austin Elder, Connilyn Benson, Teri Daigle,

Lisa Crumpton, Amy McIlwain, Amberly Craft, Wendi Hinson, and Maci Wilcox; great-grandchildren, Heather Wilcox Cobb, Luke and Jacob Ray Wilcox, Mary-Claire and William Wilcox, Easton Barker, Isaac Elder, Everett Benson, Ty Daigle, Tanner, Trace, and Carli Crumpton, Cameron, Colton, and Carson McIlwain, Danyon, Blakely, and Cullen Ray Craft, and Samantha Hinson; and his great-great-granddaughters, Amelia, Addisyn, and Mackenzie Cobb.

Serving as pallbearers will be Drew Wilcox, Dave Wilcox, Austin Elder, Duke Daigle, Randy McIlwain,

Stuart Marks, Grant Craft, and Jared Hinson.

Charles’ family would like to extend their thanks to Stephnay Holmes, Toni Williams, and Best Hospice for the wonderful care they provided.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Orange County Historical Society at P.O. Box 1345, Orange, TX 77631.

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Billy Ray Moore, 79, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 16, 2018, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 23, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Burial will follow the service at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in Orange. 

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Orange, Texas, on February 21, 1939, he was the son of George Moore and Hazel Ruth Hogan Moore. Billy loved animals dearly. He worked as a firefighter for the Orange County Fire Department for 35 years from 1967 – 2002 and proudly served his country in the United States Army. He will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Hazel; wife, Mildred Pauline Moore; and his brothers, Chester Moore and Jackie Moore.

Billy is survived by his children, Jeffrey Ray Moore, of Orange, Malissa Renee Faries and husband Steve, of the Woodlands, and Gregory Theron Moore and wife Shelly, of Call; grandchildren, Josh Moore, Nick Moore, Haleigh Moore, Ethan Faries, Emily Faries, Malarie Moore, and Gwen Moore; great-grandchildren, Caiden Doty, MaKenzie Doty, and Matthew Kimbro; sister, Ann Marze, of Deweyville; sisters-in-law, Gloria Moore, of West Orange and Brenda Moore, of The Cove; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

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Allen Keith Breaux, 55, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 18, 2018, in Houston, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 24, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Matt Chandler, of Life Church. Burial will follow the service at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Born in Orange, Texas, on July 18, 1962, he was the son of Rocky Breaux and Drue Suire Breaux. Keith worked as an operator at Firestone for 15 years. He loved NASCAR and Jimmy Johnson was his favorite driver. Keith enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors with his family and friends on the river. He loved to get the family together and take trips to Holly Beach and Crystal Beach. Keith loved his family dearly and will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. BAM.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Clyde and Verna Breaux and Aldon and Elda Suire.

He is survived by his parents, Rocky and Drue Breaux; loving wife, LaDonna Breaux; children, Blake Allen Breaux, of Orange, Heather Renee Breaux, of Orange, Cody Cezar, of Beaumont, and Cierra Cezar, of Orange; siblings, Kay Emmert and husband Danny, of Nederland, Tim Breaux and wife Crystal, of Lumberton; and his nieces and nephews, Mason Emmert, and Hannah and Zach Breaux.

Serving as pallbearers will be Brud Suire, Tim Breaux, Hop English, Blake Breaux, James Casey, Cody Cezar, Tommy Monson, Brian Suire, and Steve Dronett.

In lieu of flowers memorials contributions may be made towards Keith’s medical expenses at Sabine Federal Credit Union account number 1904033. 

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Charles “Sonny” Naaman Odom, 84, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 21, 2018, in Beaumont, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 24, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Sunday, at Noble Cemetery in Noble, Louisiana.

Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 1:30 p.m.

Born in Noble, Louisiana, on June 3, 1933, he was the son of Melvin Lee Odom and Beulah Ann (Webb) Odom. He honorably served his country in the United States Navy and was a member of North Orange Baptist Church. He worked as an operational supervisor at Texaco/Chevron for many loyal years before retiring to spend time with his family. Sonny enjoyed reading, traveling, family gatherings, and drinking coffee with his friends at McDonalds. He loved his family dearly and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Beulah Odom; and his brother, Travis Lee Odom.

Sonny is survived by his loving wife of almost 59 years, Carol Ann Williams Odom; and his sister, Billie Odom Burns.

Serving as pallbearers will be Rylan Odom, Kaghan Odom, Dylan Harrell, Lane Taylor, Kriston Burns, and Brandon Burns. Honorary pallbearers are Randall Odom, Derryl Harrell, and Jerry Windham.

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Sandra Lea Davis, 68, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 21, 2018, at home surrounded by her daughters.  

A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, March 25, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 2:00 p.m.

Born at Frances Ann Lutcher Hospital in Orange, Texas, on February 9, 1950, she was the daughter of James E. Evans, Sr. and Nelda Jean (Scales) Evans. Sandra was a devout Christian woman. She enjoyed quilting and would spend time outside doing yardwork and chopping her own wood. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who was a “Grannee” to everyone. Sandra loved her family dearly and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Nelda Evans; loving husband, Richard Thayne Davis; brother, Johnny Evans; niece, Shelly Evans, nephew, Craig Wayne Borel, great-nephew, Nicholas Rosen; and son-in-law, Jason Reed. 

Sandra is survived by her children, Misty Wiggins and husband Kevin, of Bridge City and Nelda Toomey and husband Michael, of Orange; grandchildren, Emilee and Natilee Reed, Thayne Toomey, and Shelbey and Walker Wiggins; siblings, James E. Evans, Jr., Diana Pollard, Ronny Evans, Terry Evans, and Jenny Ann Smith; many other loving nieces, nephews, family, and friends; and her little dog, LeRoy.

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Gaynell Hardin  was born on February 27, 1925 and passed away on March 23, 2018 at the age of 93.

She is survived by her daughter, Dottie Holt of Deweyville, Texas, grandchildren, Melissa Fletcher, Stephanie Barnes and Charles Holt along with 5 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her three sisters, Dorothy  Foreman,  Norma Hallmark and Wanda Caruthers.

She was preceded in death by her husband,   Milford Hardin, daughter, Dani Margo Barnes, parents, John Emmett Allred and Myrtle Geneva Alford, two brothers and two sisters.

The graveside service will be held on Monday, March 26, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at Pilgrims Rest Cemetery, Many, Louisiana.  Rev. Michael Orange will be officiating.

Arrangements are being handled by Riley Smith Funeral Home, DeQuincy, Louisiana.

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Harold “Ben” Benjamin Brown, 90, of Conroe, Texas, formerly of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on March 23, 2018, in The Woodlands.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Mr. Mark Legendre. Burial will follow the service at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 10:00 a.m.

Born in Longview, Texas, on July 18, 1927, he was the son of Louis E. Brown, Jr. and Ada Evelena (Kennedy) Brown. Ben retired from Firestone after 33 years of service. He honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He played football at Longview High School and briefly attended TCU and A&M. He was a member of the OCAW Union, a lifetime member of the Church of Christ and served as an Elder at the Osborne Road Church of Christ in Bridge City. Church was a big part of his life and Ben enjoyed going to gospel meetings. He loved oil painting and mostly painted landscapes. Ben loved his family dearly and will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Ada Brown; loving wife, Joyce Neumeyer Brown; and 5 siblings.

He is survived by his daughters, Rebecca Norwood and husband Charles, of Jasper and Sandra LeBlanc and husband Gary, of Oakridge North; grandchildren, Jennifer LeBlanc, of Houston, Amber Harris and husband David, of Plano, Melissa Fenton and husband Mike, of Montgomery, Anne Robertson and husband Daniel, of Benbrook, and Tim LeBlanc, of Willis; 4 great-granddaughters; and 6 great-grandsons.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675.

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Frances Breaux, 72, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on March 25, 2018, at her home surrounded by loved ones.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Thursday, March 29, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Cody Hogden of First Baptist Church in Orangefield. A graveside service and burial will follow at 2 p.m. at Gravel Hill Cemetery in Hemphill, Texas.

Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Orange, Texas, on December 5, 1945 she was the daughter of Nathan Johnson, Sr. and Clara (Conn) Johnson. Frances was an active member of First Baptist Church in Orangefield for many years. She loved her cat Coco dearly. Frances worked at the Beaumont Credit Union, and also sold Avon cosmetics. She will be dearly missed by all those who came to know and love her.

She was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Morris Breaux; and brother, Nathan Johnson, Jr.

She is survived by her children, James A. Breaux of Bridge City, Sheila K. Breaux Bendo of San Antonio, Kevin M. Breaux of Bridge City, Sam Henry of Vidor, Charlotte Wolfford of Mauriceville, and Sherry Breaux of Bridge City; grandchildren, Alisa Fontenot, Adrian Wolfford, Arron Wolfford, Austyn Wolfford, Misty Day, and Tayla Breaux; and 6 great-grandchildren.

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Kathy Ann Zirlott, 66, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 25, 2018, in Houston, Texas.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Friday, March 30, 2018 at First Baptist Church in Deweyville. Officiating will be Reverend Jeremy Walton and Reverend Robert Kurisko. Burial will follow at Deweyville Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, March 29, 2018 at First Baptist Church in Deweyville.

Born in Orange, Texas, on November 24, 1951, she was the daughter of George Fredrick and Katherine Perry Zirlott. Kathy worked as a nurse for almost 50 years, where she enjoyed taking care of her patients. Family was without a doubt Kathy’s life, she did anything for them. Kathy loved watching her nieces’ and nephews’ ball games, reading and googling. She will be dearly missed by all those who came to know and love her.

She was preceded in death by her father, George Frederick; and sister, Ruby Eugenia Zirlott.

She is survived by her mother, Katherine Perry Zirlott; siblings, George “Ricky” Frederick Zirlott, Jr and wife Gayla of Orange, James “Eddie” Edwin Zirlott and wife Kathy of Deweyville, Marvin “Bubba” Isaac Zirlott of Orange, Sheila Gail Dans of Deweyville, and Sherlyn Ann Tilley and husband Ronald of Atlanta; 12 nieces and nephews; and 21 great nieces and nephews.

Serving as pallbearers will be Jeremy Zirlott, Brandon Tubbleville, Bobby Summers, Derek Welch, Jeff Ewing, Aaron Howell and Dr. Steve Zani. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Jason Ramm.

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Barbara Jean Hughes, age 77, of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away on Sunday, March 25, 2018, surrounded by her loving family. A memorial gathering will be held on Wednesday, March 28, 2018, from 4:30 until 6:30 PM at Dorman Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Arrangements were made under the direction of Dorman Funeral Home.

Barbara was born on Tuesday, July 9, 1940, in Jennings, Louisiana to parents, Edna (Bourque) and Avillion Duhon. She had been a lifelong resident of Mauriceville, Texas before moving from Oviedo, Florida with her husband over 20 years ago and then later moved back to Texas. She was a Christian and a true believer in the Lord. Barbara found the love of her life when she met Doyle Hughes. They were married for 60 blissful years. She was a very caring, loving, understanding woman who loved her family and friends without question. Family was everything to Barbara. Holidays were always such a treat when she got to reminisce and share memories with family she didn’t always get to see. Sunday lunches were a regular thing with the family, as everyone loved to visit with her. She was a very loving, selfless person with the biggest heart. If you were her friend, then you were going to be her friend for life.

Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, Avillion and Edna Duhon; Son, Rory Hughes and Brother, John Duhon.

Barbara is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Doyle Hughes; Children; Cindy Duhon of Beaumont, Texas and Doyle Hughes and Crystal of Florida; Sister, Mary McLaughlin of Lumberton, Texas; Brother, Wayne Duhon of Port Arthur, Texas; Grandchildren, Mandy Jay, Brian Duhon and Doyle Hughes, JR. and 4 Great-Grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.

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