Barbara Jean "Beebo" Minton

Barbara Jean “Beebo” Minton, born January 23, 1939, passed away on November 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. A lifelong resident of Vidor, she was a devoted member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church and a proud 1957 Vidor Pirate graduate. Faith and community were at the heart of Barbara’s life—she was an active member of The Legion of Mary and participated in the Methodist Church quilting circle, where she enjoyed sewing and quilting with friends.

Barbara also served her community as an officer at VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 8246. Above all, she cherished time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren, who brought her so much joy.

She is survived by her children: Lucinda Kaye Unger of Vidor, TX; Billy Earl Minton Jr. and wife Renee of Jasper, TX; Lorilyn Huckaby and husband Jeff of Jasper, TX; Thomas Minton of Vidor, TX; and Loretta Diane Kibodeaux of Vidor, TX; her sister, Mary Catherine Michael and husband Mike of Vidor, TX; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Elvin and Alberta Horn; her beloved husband, Billy Earl Minton Sr.; four brothers; one sister; and her daughter-in-law, Julie Minton.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Granger Cemetery in Vidor, TX.