Obituaries
Anthony Boyd Childs
Aug 31, 2024
Anthony Boyd “Pops” Childs, 62, of Vidor, TX, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at his residence. Boyd was born in Nacogdoches, Texas, but grew up and lived in Vidor the majority of his life. A dedicated employee, he spent much of his career with Trinity Industries and M & D Supply, where his work ethic and commitment were...
Paul Dean Loe
Aug 27, 2024
Paul Dean Loe, 64, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas in Beaumont. A lifelong resident of Vidor and a proud graduate of Vidor High School’s Class of 1978, Paul was known for his love of the outdoors, including fishing and hunting. His passion for woodworking was evident in the many...
Joyce Elizabeth Chesser
Aug 22, 2024
Joyce Elizabeth Chesser, 96, a lifelong resident of Vidor, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 22, 2024, in Beaumont. She leaves a legacy of love, many cherished memories, and a model for a life well lived. Joyce was a faithful member of North Main Church of Christ, where she was actively involved in church activities. She drove herself to Sunday...
Linda Michelle Lewis
Aug 21, 2024
Linda Michelle Lewis, 49, of Vidor, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. A longtime resident of Vidor, Linda was known for her deep love for her family, especially her grandchildren, and her passion for jewelry. She was a beautiful and amazing mother, grandmother, and daughter, whose kindness knew no bounds.
Linda was the kind of person...
Florence Ellen Ashmore
Aug 20, 2024
Florence Ellen Craig Ashmore, age 73, of Vidor, Texas passed away on August 20th, 2024. She was born on January 10th, 1951 in Mount Clemens, Michigan. Ladies and Gentlemen, we are gathered here today to honor and remember the life of Florence Ellen Craig Ashmore, a beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and friend.
Florence was a person who touched the...
Cynthia Gaye Edwards-Duplichan
Aug 19, 2024
Cynthia Gaye Edwards-Duplichan, 71, of Vidor, Texas passed away in the presence of her loved ones on August 19, 2024 in Elk City, Oklahoma. Cynthia Gaye was born on February 5, 1953, and honored her family as a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is retired from Vidor ISD where she served students as a bus driver. Cynthia attended...
John Price Ross
Aug 14, 2024
John Price Ross, 61, of Vidor, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024, after a hard-fought battle with Primary Hepatocellular carcinoma. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, John made Vidor his home for many years.
John was a highly intelligent and complex man with a sharp whit and a mischievous spirit. The word shy was not...
Dorothy Loriane Powell
Aug 14, 2024
Dorothy Loraine Powell, 85, of Vidor, TX, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024. A native and lifelong resident of Vidor, Dorothy dedicated her life to caring for others, not just within her own family but for many in the community. A devoted homemaker, she was known for her warmth, kindness, and the way she seemed...
Linda Stewart
Aug 13, 2024
Mary "Linda" Stewart, 79, of Vidor, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 13th, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont, Texas. Born in Riverside, California, Linda eventually made Vidor her home, where she spent many happy years surrounded by family and friends.
A dedicated homemaker, Linda was the heart of her family. She had a vibrant spirit that shone through in...
Stevie Lynn Allen
Aug 11, 2024
Stevie Lynn Allen, infant daughter of Mason and Emmalee Allen of Silsbee, TX. Though her time with us was heartbreakingly brief, Stevie's presence touched the hearts of those who eagerly awaited her arrival. Stevie Lynn was blessed to join a family with parents and a big sister that immensely loved her from the day she was conceived. She knew only...
Paul Anthony Page
Aug 9, 2024
Paul Anthony Page, 51, of Vidor, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 9th, 2024, at Magnolia Manor Nursing Home in Groves. Born in Silsbee, Paul spent much of his life in Vidor, where he became a familiar face and a trusted friend to many.
Paul had a natural talent for construction, an art he mastered with his hands and carried...
David Ray Smallwood Sr.
Aug 8, 2024
David Ray Smallwood Sr., 56, of Hemphill, passed away on Thursday, August 8th, 2024, at Sabine County Hospital in Hemphill.
David was a man who truly lived life to the fullest. His love for the outdoors was evident in his passion for hunting, fishing, and spending time on his boat, where he found solace and joy. A proud collector of guns,...
Shirley Lee Doyle
Aug 5, 2024
Shirley Lee Doyle, 83, of Orange, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 5th, 2024, at her residence. Born in the beautiful state of Minnesota, Shirley was a beacon of warmth and kindness, enriching the lives of everyone she met. A longtime resident of Vidor, she was raised in the charming town of South Haven, MI, where she cultivated a deep...
Randall Wirt Bloss
Aug 4, 2024
Randall Wirt Bloss, 79, of Vidor, passed away on August 4, 2024, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas. A longtime resident of Vidor, Randall served his country with honor during the Vietnam Conflict as a member of the US Army. His courage and commitment earned him four distinguished medals: the Army Commendation, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and...
Jenny Ruth Harrington
Aug 4, 2024
Beloved wife, cherished mother, and adored Nanaw, Jenny Ruth Fawcett Harrington, passed from her earthly life on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at the age of 63 years in Evadale, Texas, and is now resting in the presence of Jesus.
Jenny was born in Vidor, Texas on September 17, 1960, as the first child of Leo Daniel and Pairlee Fawcett. Shortly after...
Janet Lou Larza
Aug 4, 2024
Janet Lou Larza, affectionately known as Grammy, passed away on August 4, 2024, at the age of 77, in Beaumont, Texas. Born on May 7, 1947, in Windsor, Missouri, she was a proud alumna of Windsor High School, class of ‘65.
Janet is survived by her loving husband, John Larza, brother-in law, Carl Fowler, and her children, Tim Schreck, Shannon DeVillier,...
Ted Leon Hanchey
Aug 4, 2024
Theodore "Ted" Leon Hanchey, 82, of Vidor, died Sunday, August 4, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont. A native of Port Arthur, TX, Ted was a longtime resident of Vidor.
Ted was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Vidor and served in the US Army Reserves. Ted was a real entrepreneur owning Gun Runners sporting goods store...
Bennie Jo Brown
Aug 1, 2024
Bennie Jo Brown, born to Dr. Horace and Alta Franklin on July 15, 1939 in Thorsby, Alabama, peacefully passed away at her home in Vidor, Texas on the evening of August 1, 2024, at the age of 85.
Bennie and her loving husband Joseph Brady Brown were married for more than 50 years. Together, they built a full and happy life....
Wayne Crawford
Jul 31, 2024
Wayne Crawford, 78, of Vidor, TX, went home to be with the Lord on July 31st, 2024. Wayne was a loving husband and father, a minister, pipefitter, police officer, and a true patriarch to “his village”. Known for his kindness and compassion, Wayne was a guiding hand for anyone struggling to find their way.
His legacy is carried on by; his...
Johnny Robert Thornton
Jul 31, 2024
Johnny Robert Thornton, 77, of Vidor, TX, passed away on Wednesday, July 31st, 2024, at Vidor Health and Rehab.
Born in Beaumont, TX, Johnny was a lifelong resident of Vidor. He was a devoted member of the Church of Christ and took great pride in maintaining his yard. Johnny cherished spending time with his family.
Johnny is survived by his brother, Vernon...
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