Donna Ann Hebert, of Buna, Texas, passed away surrounded by her family on Thursday, October 25, 2018 in Beaumont, Texas.  Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Memorial service at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 1, 2018, at First Baptist Church, Buna, Texas, with Rev. Paul Boughan officiating.
Donna was born on June 13, 1962 in Orange, Texas to Charlene Stark and Donald Hale.  Donna was preceded in death by her father; step-father, Jim Stark; grandparents, J.D. and Clifford Hale and Thadd and Blanche Collins; uncle David Hale and aunt Judy MacDonald.
Donna was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend.  Donna’s flair for life was contagious to anyone who had the opportunity to meet her.  She could make you laugh, cry, and had a way of making time stand still.  Her happiness and passion in life was  her love for family and her many four-legged friends. What brought her the greatest love and joy was her son Logan.
Those left to cherish her memory are her mother; son Logan Nance; brother Michael Hale and wife Trish of Orange; sister Janet Guillory and husband Todd of Humble, Texas; sister Karen Heise and husband Brian of Bells, Texas; nieces and nephews Chesney Mills and Cody Burch, Karis Heise, Enoch Heise and wife Bridget,  Jordan Guillory, Alexandra Guillory, Lauren Guillory, and Vincent Hale; and many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Donna was greatly loved and will be missed by all who knew her.
In memory of Donna, donations can be made to your local animal shelter or Jefferson County Humane Society.

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William Glenn McMillon, 72, of Orange, Texas, passed away on October 31, 2018, in Port Arthur.

Born in Orange, Texas, on November 4, 1945, he was the son of Jesse and Ima McMillon. William proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He went on to work as an electrician for many years and retired from DuPont. William was a wonderful father and husband. He enjoyed fishing, drag race cars, go-kart races, NASCAR and watching the Food Network. William will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Ima McMillon; his children, Melissa McMillon and Will McMillon; and his 4 siblings.

He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Teresa McMillon; his daughter, Nancy Blanchard and Sergio of Orange; his son, Jesse McMillon and Mie of Livingston; his stepdaughter Kari Miller and Scott of Muscatine, Iowa; his 15 grandchildren; his sister, Maribelle Ballard; and his special friends Jason and Crystal Allen.

The family will hold a memorial service at a later date. Cremation is under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

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Sidney Louise Armfield, 81, of Orange, Texas, passed away on November 3, 2018, in Orange.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 8, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend David Turner of Little Cypress Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange.

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

Born in Oak Grove, Louisiana, on October 25, 1937, she was the daughter of Louis Martin and Corine (Townsend) Martin. Sidney was a homemaker who loved her family dearly. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Corine Martin; loving husband, Allen Armfield; and her son, Glen Armfield.

Sidney is survived by her son, Darian Armfield and his wife, Hope, of Orange; grandchildren, Josh Armfield, Tilor Armfield, and Gage Armfield; great-grandchildren, Arlayna Armfield and Grayson Armfield; and her sisters, Fay Barnes and husband Luther, Carolyn Moss, Polly Martin, and Deb Lewis and her husband Carrol.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Alzheimer’s Association at P.O. Box 96011 Washington, DC 20090-6011.

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Jonathon “J.J.” Wade Jordan, 40, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on November 4, 2018, in Beaumont, Texas surrounded by his family and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, November 8, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Brother Keith Pennington of New Life Assembly of God Church. Burial will follow at Granger Cemetery in Duncan Woods, Texas.

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

Born in Orange, Texas, on August 18, 1978, he was the son of J.W. Jordan, Jr. and Tammy Sue (Longron) Jordan Musemeche. Jonathon graduated from Orangefield High School in 1996.  He worked as a Field Superintendent for Titan Contracting. He enjoyed spending time fishing and was an avid sports fan who loved University of Texas Longhorns and most of all the Dallas Cowboys. From watching baseball to cheering on his favorite football teams, it was known that Jonathon loved sports. He loved spending time with his family, especially his children and his dog Coco. Family dinners were a favorite, especially if pumpkin pie or guacamole were involved. He will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his father, J.W. “Red” Jordan; and his grandfather, Eli Burr.

Jonathon is survived by his loving wife, Shelley Jo Jordan; mother, Tammy Jordan Musemeche and husband Steve, of Orange; grandparents, Elva Jane Gordy, of Orangefield, Sidney Howard Longron, of Orange, and Janice Burr, of Burkeville; children, Kyrstin Dené Jordan, of Bridge City, Jaslynn Lee Jordan, of Bridge City, Sway Sue Marie Jordan, of Bridge City, Preston Pike Fraser, of Vidor, and Justus Wade Jordan, of Bridge City; his brother, Jeremy Wade Jordan, of Virginia; aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of other loving family and friends.

Serving as pallbearers will be James Bear, Brian Lytle, Wesley Lewis, Jr., Josh Reed, Bubba Self, and Cameron Furlong. Honorary pallbearers are Justus Jordan and Preston Fraser.

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Thomas “Bob” Robert Lane, age 81, of Orange, Texas, passed away on Thursday, November 1, 2018. A memorial gathering to honor his life will be held at Dorman Funeral Home on Thursday, November 8, 2018 from 5:00 until 7:00 PM, with Pastor Keith Giblin giving the message at 6:00 PM.

Bob was born on Thursday, November 19, 1936, in Orange, Texas to parents, Elouise (Davis) and Richard Lane. He was a lifetime resident of Orange, Texas and attended church at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Orange. Bob was a very loving, good hearted man who enjoyed spending time with his wife and family. Bob was married to Peggy Lane for 62 blissful years. They shared many wonderful memories together such as traveling all over the United States as well as overseas in Singapore for 14 months while he was working as a Lab Tech for DuPont. They also enjoyed many wonderful experiences on camping trips together and with friends at places such as the river and Lake Sam Rayburn where Bob enjoyed the fishing. For many years, Bob spent a lot of time flying the Radio Control Planes as well as being an instructor for the classes on how to fly them. In earlier years, Peggy had a large, nice pool table put in their home for her husband and son, Bob Lane, to play pool on and in turn it then became a typical hangout for all the kids that lived close by to come and play pool together and just have a good time. It was truly some very good times and wonderful memories made at the Lane home.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents Elouise “Tootie” and Richard “Dick” Lane, and son, Bob Lane.

Bob is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Peggy Lane; Daughter-in-law, Robyn Lane; 4 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren.

In Lieu of Flowers, Donations can be made to Southeast Texas Hospice at, 912 West Cherry Ave. Orange, Texas. 77630.

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Walton Elroy Young, Jr., age 76, of Orange, Texas, passed away on Monday, October 29, 2018. Arrangements for cremation were made under the direction of Dorman Funeral Home.

W.E. was born on Thursday, January 8, 1942, in Orange, Texas to parents, Elsie Marie Girlinghouse and Walton Elroy Young, Sr. He had been a lifetime resident of Orange, Texas and was known and loved by so many people of the community and surrounding areas. He was especially known for riding his bike all over the place, short and long distances. W.E. just truly loved to ride his bike and see the beauties of the world that most people in a moving vehicle don’t get to see. Throughout his life he found ample “road side treasures”. W.E. also loved to fish very often in his younger days and spent much time doing so. At any given time on any given day, you could walk into W.E.’s house and it was guaranteed that he was going to have some type of crime show or live PD on the television. W.E. loved his family very much and truly made the most of his years here with them. W.E. was a husband, father, son, brother, grandfather and friend who will forever be loved and missed by all who knew him.

W.E. is preceded in death by his loving wife of 52 years, Mildred Young; his parents, Elsie Marie and Walton Elroy Young, Sr.

W.E. is survived by his children, Michael Young and Mendy Toole of Chandler, Texas and Stacy Lewis and husband Kyle of Fort Worth, Texas; one brother; four sisters; five grandchildren and one great grandchild due in December.

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In loving memory of Jean Green Lea, 89, of Orange, Texas, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend who died peacefully on November 1, 2018 in Austin, surrounded by her daughter and granddaughter.

Jean was born Imogene Green in Burkburnett, Texas on February 25, 1929, the daughter of Roy S. and Jennie Belle Green, and the younger sister of Betty Jo. She grew up in East Texas and attended schools in Hughes Springs and Henderson. Shortly after she graduated high school in 1946, her family moved to Orange, the place she called home.

Her kind character and strong determination were developed during her youth, watching her father’s work ethic and experiencing her mother’s unconditional love. She built strong relationships with friends that would last a life time. She excelled at academics, taking classes at Lamar State College of Technology and delved into careers as a dental assistant and reporter at the Orange Leader. Jean found love early in life. She was married 10 years before becoming a widow.

On May 24, 1958, Jean married Richard (Dick) Lea, her husband of 53 years. They were blessed with a daughter, Brette, before moving to Clear Lake City, Texas — near Houston. She dedicated her life to her family and served her community as a volunteer in many organizations. As a lifelong learner, she made the decision to go back to college, earning a Bachelor’s of Arts from the University of Houston, Clear Lake.

Jean loved Elvis, Gone with the Wind, and gospel music. She enjoyed water skiing and travel, especially trips to the Hill Country with long-time friends. After 35 years in Clear Lake City, she and Dick returned to their hometown of Orange, where they became regulars at Sunset Grove Country Club and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.

Jean found tremendous joy in playing bridge, visiting art museums, antique shopping, and spending time with her friends and family. In 2000, she gained the title of “Mimi” given to her by her precious granddaughter, Lexi — her pride and joy.

Jean was a loving, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. Her kindness, beauty, and wisdom will remain with us always.

She is preceded in death by her husband Dick, father and mother Roy and Jennie Green, sister Betty Jo Traylor, brother-in-law Billy Traylor, and her first husband Gerald Bridges.

Jean is survived by her daughter, Brette Lea, and granddaughter, Alexis Lea, of Austin; Richard Williams of Austin; sister-in-law Dee Lea of Austin; nephews Norman Traylor of Beaumont, John Lea of Mexico, George Lea of Orange, Charles Lea of Houston, Bruce Lea of Florida, and Lev Flournoy of Ohio; nieces Nan Saucier of Winnsboro, Karen Dunnigan of Austin, Lisa Minnick of Dallas, Laura Miller of Austin, Suzanne Crow of Dallas, Sherry Ferguson of Mississippi, Penny Dukes of Mississippi, Robbie Lea of Driftwood, Lisa Alvarado of El Paso; many beloved grand and great grand—nephews and nieces, and cousins.

A celebration of Jean’s life will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 10, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1401 W. Park Avenue in Orange, Texas with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. Graveside services will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.

Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. Flowers may be sent to Claybar Funeral Home, 504 N. 5^th Street, Orange, Texas 77630, 409-886-4445.

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Randy Kay Bornette, 55, of Orange, Texas, passed away on November 4, 2018, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 10, 2018, at First United Pentecostal Church in Orange with Reverend Gary Wheeler officiating. Burial will follow the service at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange, Texas.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, at First United Pentecostal Church in Orange.

Born in Orange, Texas on March 22, 1963, he was the son of O’Neil Bornette and Betty Taylor. He worked as an Electrician and Instrumentation Technician for Honeywell in Orange. Randy was a very sweet, laid back, quiet, loving man, always willing to help family and friends. He was a hard worker and a jack of all trades, as well as being a wonderful cook. Family was his world and he loved spending time with them and cooking on Sundays. He loved his children, his wife’s children, and his grandchildren dearly. Randy enjoyed going camping, hunting, and fishing. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, O’Neil and Betty Bornette; and his brothers, Rodney Bornette and Dean Bornette.

He is survived by his loving wife of 12 years, Linda Bornette; children, Justin Bornette and wife Aleisha, of Buna, Laci Granger and husband Calvin, of Orange, Ashley Gray and husband Aaron, of Orange, Charlotte Nepveux and Chris Menard, of West Orange, Hilary Ramirez and husband Aaron, of Round Rock, Fred Nepveux, Jr. and wife Miranda, of Port Arthur, and Daniel Verrett and Lacey Monceaux, of Round Rock; grandchildren, Emersyn and Drex Bornette, Cylan, Lakynn, and Colsyn Granger, Trista and Wyatt Gray, Isaac, Isaiah, and Norah Sipes, and Freddy, III and Michael Nepveux; and his sisters, Dana Johnson and husband Bryan, of Lafayette, LA and Donna Bunker and husband John, of Woodville.

Serving as pallbearers will be Calvin Granger, Jr., Dustin Williams, Freddie Nepveux, Daniel Verrett, Corey Johnson, and Casey Bunker. Honorary pallbearers are Justin Bornette, Cylan Granger, Phillip Williams, Isaac Sipes, and Isaiah Sipes.

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Joshua Day, 41, of Orange, Texas, passed away on November 2, 2018, in Port Arthur.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 8, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Procession to Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Crematory will follow.

Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, November 6, 2018 at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City.

Born in Fort Worth, Texas, on September 25, 1977, he was the son of Joseph Day and Darlene Addison Day. Josh, known by many, especially his children as “Pirate”, loved hunting with Shawn Daigle, getting tattoos by Flipper and listening to music. He enjoyed spending game night with Baylee and spending time with Kessy. Josh was the co-owner of Smooth Cut Lawn Care. He never met a stranger and was loved by everyone who met him, always helping out anyone who needed it. Josh held his friendship with Daniel Duplichein close to his heart. He was incredibly smart and handy and was a talented woodworker. Josh will be dearly missed by all those whose lives he touched.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Caleb Day.

He is survived by his loving wife, Mysti Day of Bridge City; mother, Darlene Day of Bridge City; father, Joseph Day and wife Belinda of Indian Springs; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Kevin and Tammy Breaux of Bridge City; grandparents, Wanda Addison of Groves and Eunice Walden of Nederland; children, Baylee Breaux Day, and Kessy Breaux; sisters, Jolene McCain of Magnolia, Tayla Jeane of Bridge City, Naomi Baker of Rose City, and Mary Reed; nephews, Caleb McCain, and River Jeane; and God Children, Emily Perkins, Alyssa Coulter, and Gavin Johnson; among many other loving family and friends.

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Billie Tucker was born in Monroe North Carolina on October 27,1942  In 1958 she moved to Southeast Texas with her mother Ruby.  In 1960, she met the man that she would spend a lifetime loving.  Until the end of her life she was a devoted and caring wife to the love of her life Francis Tucker.  They were married for 57 years, 10 months, 28 days and 4 hours.  They shared a lifetime of memories that will live on in the hearts of all that knew them.

Billie was truly one of a kind.  She exemplified all of the qualities of a great person.  She was a warm, kind, and gentle woman that loved everyone.  She was never one to complain or draw attention to herself no matter how bad things may have been for her.  That radiant smile and sweet disposition was always on display even in the bad times.  She loved a fresh brewed cup of coffee accompanied by some lively conversation from a visit with one of her many friends or relatives.

All of the attributes that many of us aspire to possess in our lives were ever present and evident in hers.  The world would be a much more loving place if there were more Billie Tucker’s around.  The tapestry of her life is the backdrop of beauty that lives on in her husband Francis, and all of her family and friends.  To know Billie was to see and feel true love and compassion mixed with the innocence of a child.  What a joy and honor it was to know her in this life, and if we will be so fortunate, to know her in the next.

On November 6th, 2018 at 4 a.m. in the morning the light and life of Billie Tucker left bounds of this world and was translated into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 10, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon David Logan. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, November 9, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

She was preceded in death by her father Charlie McClain and wife, Ruby McClain of Mauriceville, TX; daughter Darlene McPhearson of Orange, TX

Billie is survived by her husband Francis Tucker of Mauriceville, TX; daughter Tammy Tomplait and husband Todd Tomplait of Mauriceville TX; son Troy Tucker and wife Kim Tucker of Bridge City, TX; and son-in-law Kenneth McPhearson of Orange, TX.  She is also survived by her grandchildren; Brandon Tomplait of Rusk, TX; Derrick Tomplait of Beaumont, TX; Tara McPhearson of Orange, TX; Owen and Weldon Tucker of Bridge City, TX.  One great grandchild, Macie Myers Burr of Crestview, Florida.

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The Celebration of Life for Mrs. Shanetta Anderson, 36, of Orange, will be Thursday, November 8^th, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mount Zion Baptist Church.

Rites of Christian Burial will follow in Hollywood Community Cemetery under the direction of Sparrow Funeral Home.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.

She was born March 14, 1982 in Orange, Texas.

She was well known and made many friends, and lasting relationships that will forever be remembered.

She was a member of Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ.

Her summons from earthly life came October 22, 2018 in Orange.

Survivors include her husband, Gregory Anderson of Orange, sons, Romeo Anderson and Omarion Anderson, both of Orange and Minister Joseph Anderson (Marilyn) of Beaumont, TX, daughter, Swanetta Anderson of Houston, TX, her mother, Jean Gabriel of Lake Charles, LA,  brothers, Anthony Ross of Houston, Rodney Blake, Jr. of New Orleans, LA an Joshua Blake of Lake Charles, LA, sisters, Shana Watkins and Danielle Johnson (Herbert, Jr.) both of Beaumont and Phyllis Julian of Lake Charles and 2 grandchildren.

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BAILEE RAYE ACKERMAN BYLER entered this world on September 29, 1995 in Orange, Tx. She was presented to her mom and dad with a full head of blonde hair complete with a pink bow on top and big blue eyes. She departed this life on November 4, 2018 for her Heavenly home beside her husband William Troy Byler III shortly after their fairy tale wedding and reception.

Bailee was named after her grandfather Walter Ray Cox. It was no secret she had a love for animals, rodeo, and people. She also enjoyed hunting and adventures with Will. Bailee never met a stranger and was always out to protect the ones that needed it. Her faith in the Lord was strong and she valued her Christian upbringing. She truly believed her meeting Will was all in God’s plan as a result of giving God complete control of her life. Bailee was involved early in youth rodeo, Texas Jr. High and High School Rodeo Association Region 5, received numerous awards and honors in FFA, loved showing goats and swine. She also held rodeo queen titles which included Panola County Cattleman’s Association Queen 2013 and Miss Rodeo Austin Princess 2014.

Bailee was currently in her last semester at Sam Houston State University, where she had earned her Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and Mass Communication. Her future educational goals included completing a Masters degree in Agricultural Sciences. Bailee had also been selected to be a part of the National Finals Rodeo Flag Girl Team this December in Las Vegas, Nevada. She looked forward to raising a family with Will. He made her smile from day one. He treated her like a true queen as only a gentleman would.

Will brought so much positivity and happiness to her life and they were inseparable. We know there are angels among us for they showed up that starry night to fly them to their eternal home. Bailee Raye will be truly missed by all who knew her. Until we meet again there will not be a moment her and Will are not in our hearts with plenty of memories to share.

Bailee is survived by her parents: Shane and Sharon Ackerman of Orangefield; brother: Wesley Ackerman of Orangefield; grandparents: Walter and Edith Cox “Paw Paw and Nana” of Orange; grandmother: Claudine Ackerman “Grammy” of San Antonio; nephews: Cru Smidt and Pacen Parrott; father in law and mother in law: Bill and Kerri Byler of Bellville; sisters in law and brothers in law: Brenna and Caleb Smidt and Lynette and Rowdy Parrott, all of Bellville; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, dear friends and extended rodeo family.

Bailee was preceded in death by her grandfather, Edgar Ackerman.

Honorary Pallbearers: Taylor Payne, Dusti Hussey, Kacie Wright, Madey Pipkin, Katie Ellis, Hanna Wallace, Rigby Baker, Callie Burton, Shellie Lummus, Kaylee Findley, Caleb Smidt, Rowdy Parrott.

WILLIAM TROY BYLER, III, “Will” was born on April 21st, 1995 in College Station, Texas. He left this earth and flew into the sky with his beautiful new bride Bailee Raye Ackerman Byler on November 4th, 2018 after leaving their dream wedding in Uvalde, Texas. Their feet never touched the ground again. When they entered the gates of heaven, Will and Bailee walked hand in hand just as they left us.

Will grew up loving anything and everything outdoors. He youth rodeoed, he hunted, and he enjoyed tending to his cattle, dogs, and horses. Will’s favorite place to be was at the family ranch in Uvalde. He was always up to something mischievous. As Bailee put it, they were always on some kind of “Will adventure”. From an early age, Will took every opportunity to jump in the helicopter and view life from the sky. He lived every day to its fullest potential and feared nothing. Jesus was the Lord of his life. Every moment that Will walked this earth, he was a living, Christ-like example to everyone who knew him. Throughout his short life, he touched so many lives and brought true joy to all of our hearts.

In high school, Will continued to compete in Texas High School Rodeo Association and was an all-star athlete, but he loved football with a passion and shined on the field. Will was always sure to be the class clown and find a special place in everyone’s heart. He graduated from Faith Academy of Bellville in 2014 and proceeded to attend college at Sam Houston State University and lived in Huntsville, Texas. He was a member of the SHSU rodeo team where he competed in steer wrestling. He qualified for the College National Finals Rodeo in 2017. He was currently sitting second in the Southern Region steer wrestling standings, hoping to make another trip to Casper, Wyoming. After graduating in May 2019 with a degree in Agriculture Engineering, he had plans to start his career at W.T. Byler Company.

Will was very close with his family. He shared something uniquely special with his mother, Kerri. She was responsible for Will’s tender, compassionate, and loving heart. Will always counted on his dad, Bill, for Godly advice and direction in any circumstance of his life. He loved his older sisters, Brenna and Lynette, and confided in them about everything. He admired both of his brother in laws, Caleb and Rowdy, and found so much joy in playing with his nephews, Cru and Pacen.

If you knew Will, you knew he loved with every being in his body. He never met a stranger and would do anything for anybody at the drop of a hat. He wore his heart on his sleeve. It shined through the biggest dimples you have ever seen with the sweetest smile. Will was always the life of the party and kept a smile on everyone’s face. Will had so many friends that were near and dear to his heart.

When Will met Bailee he was forever changed. She was his saving grace. He knew she was his soulmate from the beginning. Bailee made his eyes brighter and his smile bigger. She was his world and he would do anything to make her happy. Will’s love for the Lord showed in how he loved Bailee. They had a special kind of love. A love that was too perfect for this broken world. Now they will have a perfect marriage and spend an eternal honeymoon together with Our Savior.

Will was loved by all. He will forever be in our hearts and always on our minds.

Will is survived by his parents: Bill and Kerri Byler of Bellville; sisters: Brenna Smidt and her husband, Caleb, of Bellville and Lynette Parrott and her husband, Rowdy, of Bellville; nephews: Cru Smidt and Pacen Parrott; mother in law and father in law: Shane and Sharon Ackerman of Orangefield; grandmother: JoAnn Fergeson “Nanny” of Bellville; grandparents: Troy and Merlene Byler “Pa and Ma” of Bellville and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, dear friends and extended rodeo family.

Will was preceded death by his grandfather, Pete Jones, grandfather, Buck Fergeson, great grandmother, Vivian Jones and great grandmother and great grandfather, Ruby and William A. Byler.

Honorary Pallbearers: Wesley Ackerman, Blaze Byler, Zach Leger, Keaton Denio, Rhett Wilson, Kegan Inglish, Jessie Rosales, Caleb Cogbill, Thomas Reeves, Tyson Arledge, Gabe Leau, Parker Kempfer and Remey Parrott.

Bailee and Will’s Wedding Party: Pallbearers are: Rowdy Parrott, Caleb Smidt, Tye Holloway, Tyler Jones, Troy Lee Keaton, Drew Elliott, Rhett Sbrusch and Wyatt Sbrusch, Rowdy Parrott, Caleb Smidt, Tye Holloway, Tyler Jones, Troy Lee Keaton, Drew Elliott, Rhett Sbrusch and Wyatt Sbrusch.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the:

Will and Bailee Ackerman Byler
Scholarship Endowment at Sam Houston State University Advancement
Box 2537
Huntsville, Texas 77341-2537

Online at www.shsu.edu/giving

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m., Thursday, November 8, 2018, at Turning Point Church in Vidor under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home.

Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 2:00 p.m., at Turning Point Church.

Burial will be at Byler Family Cemetery-Byler Ranch in Uvalde, Texas.

Additional services are under the direction of Schmidt Funeral Home in Bellville, Texas. Please visit Schmidtfunerals.com for more information.

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Sherrye Lynn Henry, 62, of Orange, Texas, passed away on November 2, 2018, in Beaumont, surrounded by those who loved her deeply.

A gathering of friends and family will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, November 10, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in October 18, 1956, in Beaumont, she was the daughter of John Allen Broussard and Leola (LaBry) Broussard. Sherrye was known best for her warmth & nurturing nature. She devoted her life to her soulmate Michael, and kept his memory alive for her children. Sherrye loved to take care of her family, holding her grandchildren close to her heart, and would do anything for her children. She enjoyed cooking and baking, always providing in one way or another for those she loved. Sherrye was the “town mom”, taking in and loving everyone who crossed her path. She will be dearly missed by all those who came to know and love her.

She was preceded in death by her father, John Broussard; father-in-law, Farland Henry; loving husband of over 20 years, Michael David Henry, Sr.; grandson, Matthew Hall; sister, Desiree Sellars; and brothers, Craig Broussard & Blane Broussard.

She is survived by her mother, Leola Broussard; mother-in-law, Carol Henry; children, Giovanna Hall of Orange, Andrea Dugas of Bridge City, Sharessa Cooper and Calvin Turner of Silsbee, Teletha Henry of Bridge City, and Michael David Henry, Jr. of Bridge City; grandchildren, Christian Winfrey, Calista Winfrey, Christopher Henry, Tristina Henry, Michayla Henry, Michael David Henry III., Mila Henry, Tayleena Blake Cooper, Gary Zane Cooper, Samantha Humberson, Karlye Rowsey, Michael Vincent, and Mark D. Hall, Jr.; 5 great-grandchildren; brother, John Broussard, Jr.; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Mark Hall Jr., Scott Jones, Jimmy Oathoudt, Hayden Fowler, Josh Cole, Chris Broussard, Robert Broussard, Matthew Dane Jones, Christopher Henry, Gary Zane Cooper, Michael Vincent, and Trey Broussard.

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Larry Hopkins 65 of Orange, Texas passed

away November 2, 2018 at the Southeast

Texas Medical Center Hospital in Port Arthur,

Texas.

Larry was a life long resident of Orange, Texas.

He was a 1972 graduate of Thomas Jefferson High

School. Larry had served his Country in the United States

Air Force for a period of three years and retired

from Chervon Chemical as an operator with 20

years of service. Larry was loved by his family

along with the friends in the community. He was

a member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church in

Orange, Texas.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents and

brother.

Home going  celebration will be Saturday November

10, 2018 at Mount Calvary Baptist Church located

at 612 3rd street in Orange, Texas. Service time

is 11:00 am with a visitation starting at 9:30am til

time of service. Interment will follow at Magnolia

Memorial Gardens with Military Honors.

Larry leaves to cherish his precious memories his

wife, Shanell Hopkins; Two sons, Chulaties Jacobs

( Katrice ) and Christopher Hopkins ( KeShawnda )

both of Orange, Texas. One daughter, Terri Williams

of Omaha, Nebraska. Two sisters, Laverne Johnson

And Beverly Sims both of Houston, Texas. He also

leaves behind 5 grandchildren and two great

grandchildren and a host of family and friends.

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Nancy Marie Mitchell was born on December 15, 1940 to Percy and Lucy Mitchell in Orange, TX. She was the seventh of twelve children. She was raised in a Christian home and grew to love the Lord at an early age, and was a lifelong member of Salem United Methodist Church. Nancy graduated from Wallace High School in 1959, she married Franklin R. Thompson Sr. shortly afterwards. She was known for her wonderful cooking and her culinary gift landed her work at The Capistrano restaurant and in later years at West Orange-Stark school district until retirement.  She often had family and friends gather together through her delicious cooking. She loved people and she would feed a stranger.

Nancy didn’t have a lot in monetary value, but she was rich with love, with kindness, and generosity; and she was quick to offer help to others. Her winning smile, non-judgmental attitude, unselfishness and unconditional love, drew people to her.  This was especially evident during her last hospital stay at Methodist St. Catherine, where those who weren’t even assigned to her area, would come by, just to see her smile. No matter how sick she was, she maintained a pleasant disposition and a sunny outlook each day. She was highly protective of those she loved and would always see the “good” in those that were thought of as castaways. She rarely became angry, but if she did, her forgiving heart wouldn’t allow it to last long, for she never held grudges or became resentful. She was the living example of 1 Corinthians 13:4-13. She left this world and transitioned to join our heavenly Father on November 5, 2018.

Nancy is preceded in death by her parents above and her siblings, Freeman Mitchell, Alma Mitchell Randall, Percy Mitchell Jr., Louis Mitchell, and Bill Mitchell. She leaves loving memories with her surviving sisters and brothers, Robert George Mitchell (Mary Ann), Shirley Mitchell Joseph, and Pamela Mitchell Robinson of Orange, Texas. Ivanola Mitchell Bryant (Melvin) of Riverside, California. Nathan Mitchell and Bertha Mitchell Lazenby (Herman) of Los Angeles, California.

Her love for her children was uncompromising and she leaves her example of love in her only daughter, Lalita R. Thompson of Houston, Texas, her eldest son, Franklin R. Thompson Jr. (Andrea) of Beaumont, Texas and her baby, Shawn D. Thompson of Orange, Texas. Nancy has 9 grandchildren, Miya Thompson, Brandy Rhodes-Thompson, JaJuan Thompson, Perry Thompson, Franekia Thompson, Randy Rhodes Jr., Ja’Marrion Thompson, and Ja’Vonte Thompson. She also leaves behind 3 great grandchildren Za’Kenya, KeVunn, and La’Darius, a God daughter, Roslyn Hadnott Woodard; and host of nieces and nephews.

Going home celebration will be on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Salem United Methodist Church in Orange, Texas.

Services time begins at 3:00 PM.  Visitation begins at 1:30 PM until service time.  Interment will follow at Hollywood Cemetery in Orange, Texas.  Under the direction of Colonial Memorial Chapel.

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William Carl “Corky” Underwood Jr. was born June 22, 1928 to Willam and Gertrude Underwood near Charleston, West Virginia and went to be with the Lord on October 29, 2018. Corky served throughout his lifetime beginning when he joined the merchant marines at an early age and subsequently the U.S. Army in 1946. Answering the call of duty, Corky served in the Korean War from 1950-1953. His service did not end after his honorable discharge from the military, but continued through his work as Post Commander for the VFW Post 2775 in Orange for many years. Simultaneously, Corky went to work and eventually retired from DuPont.
An avid fisherman, Corky made many trips to Mexico in the 1970’s and was one of the first property owners at Toledo Bend Reservoir where he lived until his passing. Always active, Corky and wife Lucy traveled to Oregon for many summers and enjoyed countless trips between Louisiana and the Texas Valley with their friends in the Cruisin’ Cajun RV Club.
Corky was preceded in death by his first beloved wife Anne in 1990, his daughter Sara, and his brother Richard. He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Lucy, son Dale, sister Betty, and brother Gordon, as well as 5 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren who lovingly knew him as Pop Pot.
A memorial service to honor Corky will be held Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at 1pm at the Community Club of Toledo Bend in Burkeville, TX.

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Era Evelyn Fowler, 84, of Orange, Texas, passed away on November 7, 2018, in Port Arthur, Texas.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 13, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Barry Bradley. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, November 12, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Beaumont, Texas, on July 6, 1934, she was the daughter of Floyd Crumpler and Willie Mae (Cook) Crumpler. Era loved to garden and crochet. She worked in the nursery at First Baptist Church in Orange, where she enjoyed watching after the children. Era will be dearly missed by all those who came to know and love her deeply.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Willie Mae Crumpler; daughter, Debbie Daly; and daughter-in-law, Shannon Fowler.

She is survived by her children, Paula Oathoudt, John Wayne Fowler, William Fowler, David Fowler, and Daniel Fowler; 8 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

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Larry Wayne Bradley, 55, of Orange, Texas, passed away on November 7, 2018, in Port Arthur, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 12, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Jeff Bell. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, November 11, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Orange, Texas, on September 13, 1963, he was the son of Boyce Bradley and Earline Swain. Larry worked for Home Depot as an Electrical Sales Associate for 12 years. He cherished his time with his wife, Necia, during their many adventures. Larry enjoyed fishing, crabbing, and spending time at his “home away from home,” Galveston, Texas. He loved animals, and was always delighted when customers would bring them in to Home Depot. Larry will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Boyce and Earline Bradley; and his brother, Johnny Gibson.

He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Necia Bradley of Orange; his siblings, Dino Purgahn of Bridge City, John Davis of Orange, Kay Jones of Orange, and Cathy Buckley of Orange; and his puppies, Peaka, Binky, and Starlie.

Serving as pallbearers will be Kyle Kimball, Josh Shannon, Michael Shannon, Taylor Penã, Fritz Purgahn, and Gerald Rodgers.

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John Riling, 87, of Tomball, Texas, passed away on November 9, 2018, in Cypress, Texas.

A visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 14, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 19, 2018, at Houston National Cemetery in Houston, Texas.  Officiating will be Scott Riling.

Born in Layland, West Virginia, on June 12, 1931, he was the son of Raymond J. Riling and Bernice T. (Kincaid) Riling. John honorably served his country as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force. He went on to work as an accountant for Firestone, Sabine Bank – Port Arthur, and eventually retired from Gulf Credit Union as the CEO. John was a member of Little Cypress Baptist Church. He served the church as a deacon and was church treasurer for many years. John will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Bernice Riling; and his loving wife, Bernice Riling.

He is survived by his son, Scott Riling; his grandchildren, Sophie Rosetsky and husband Rodrigo, Morgan Riling, Matthew Riling, and Cloe Riling; great-granddaughter, Ruthie Rosetsky; and his brother, Delma Lee Riling.

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Robert Harold Blacksher, Sr., age 61 of Orange, Texas, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at his home. Services to honor Robert Sr.’s life will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, November 15, 2018 at Dorman Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tim Hanley officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park. Family and friends will gather for a visitation from 5:00 to 9:00 PM on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at Dorman Funeral Home.

Robert Sr. was born in Orange, Texas on December 31,1956 to Margie Fay Mulhollan Blacksher and Jim Tom Blacksher. He graduated from Orangefield High School and was a very proud union pipefitter member of Local 211 Zone 195, who enjoyed every minute of working. Robert Sr. was never one to meet a stranger and always had the best sense of humor. He was also a fighter and used every ounce stubbornness to fight to the end of his battle with cancer. Robert Sr. enjoyed dancing, hunting and fishing, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family that he loved so much. His children and grandchildren were his world.

He is preceded in death by his mother Margie Fay Haley and a granddaughter Danielle Miller.

Those left to cherish his memory are his father, Jim Tom Blacksher and step-mom Earleen Blacksher, his wife, Elaine Hayes Blacksher of Orange, TX, three sons; Robert Harold Blacksher, Jr. and his wife Joy of Orange, TX, Luke Jones and his wife Jodi of Orange, TX and Jake Jones and his wife Jessica of Bridge City, TX, three daughters; Christie Spell and her husband Ronnie of Vidor, TX, Patricia Blacksher of Vidor, TX and Heather Kotrla and her husband Keith of Mauriceville, TX, two brothers; Joe Blacksher, Sr. and his wife Pam of Orange, TX and Kirk Blacksher and his wife Tinna of Hampshire, TX, two sisters; Judy Longron and her husband Todd Sr. of Orange, TX and Sheri Broussard and her husband Davin of Orangefield, TX and fourteen grandchildren; Gilbert, Bowen, Dyllan, Desiree, Dalyn, Aaliyah, Crissa, Kayden, Kendall, Kain, Addyson, Jaxson, Caleb and his wife Kaitlyn and Carleigh, as well as one great grandchild Carson.

Pallbearers will be Steve Parker, Kirk Blacksher, Luke Jones, Jake Jones, Cory Broussard, Todd Longron, Jr., Tip Fountain, Joe Blacksher, Jr., Michael Bellard, Todd Longron, Sr., Natasha Blacksher and Joe Blacksher, Sr.

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