Obituaries

Vivian Manriquez

Vivian Manriquez

Apr 9, 2024

Vivian Manriquez, age 86, a beloved resident of Vidor, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024, at her residence. Born and raised in Vidor, she was a steadfast member of the community throughout her lifetime.

Vivian was a devoted homemaker, finding joy in caring for her family and creating a warm and loving home. She was a proud graduate of...

Ellis " E.C. " Black Jr

Ellis " E.C. " Black Jr

Apr 9, 2024

Ellis "E.C." Black Jr., age 95, passed away on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont, Texas. He was a native of Nacogdoches, TX, and a beloved longtime resident of Vidor.

E.C. Black had a diverse and fulfilling life, marked by his dedication to various endeavors. He retired as a respected member of local union #125 as an...

James "Sandy" Kirkland

James "Sandy" Kirkland

Apr 8, 2024

James "Sandy" H. Kirkland III, a cherished member of the Vidor community, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 8th, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. He was 75 years old.

Affectionately known as "Sandy," he was a longtime resident of Vidor, where he touched the lives of many through his kindness and generosity. Sandy dedicated many years of his...

Terry Glynn Dryden

Terry Glynn Dryden

Apr 8, 2024

Terry Glynn Dryden, a cherished member of the Evadale community known for his musical talents and unwavering faith, passed away on Monday, April 8th, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, TX. He was 64 years old.

Born in Kountze, TX, Terry spent the majority of his life in Evadale, where he became an integral part of the community. He...

Scott "Squeaky" Holladay

Scott "Squeaky" Holladay

Apr 8, 2024

Scott Lee Holladay, aged 56, of Vidor, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 8th, 2024, in Dayton, TX. Born in Houston, Texas, he had been a cherished member of the Dayton community.

Scott was known for his dedication as a construction worker, his love for fishing, and his role as a beloved uncle to numerous nephews and great-nieces.

He is survived...

Eva Mccormick Smith

Eva Mccormick Smith

Apr 7, 2024

Eva McCormick Smith, 81, a beloved resident of Vidor, passed away on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. Eva was a cherished member of the community, known for her unwavering dedication to her family and her faith.

As a longtime resident of Vidor, Eva was deeply ingrained in the fabric of the community. She was a...

James Fontenot

James Fontenot

Apr 7, 2024

James Lawrance Fontenot, aged 85, of Vidor, Texas, peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont, Texas. Born in Crowley, Louisiana, James later became a cherished member of the Vidor community, where he resided for many years.

Throughout his life, James worked diligently, serving in various capacities. He dedicated himself as a laborer at Trinity...

Larry Edward Bland

Larry Edward Bland

Apr 7, 2024

Larry Edward Bland, 57, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Born Galveston and raised in Vidor, Larry was a cherished member of the Vidor community throughout his life.

Larry was known for his exceptional skills as a carpenter, bringing craftsmanship and dedication to every project he undertook. Beyond his...

Patrick Godeaux Jr.

Patrick Godeaux Jr.

Apr 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patrick Godeaux, aged 54, of Vidor, Texas. Patrick departed this life on Friday, April 5, 224, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont, surrounded by his loved ones. He was a cherished member of the Vidor community, known for his generous spirit and kind heart.

Patrick was a devoted member of...

Mark Stark

Mark Stark

Apr 3, 2024

Mark Allen Stark, 54, a beloved member of the Vidor community, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas in Beaumont. Mark was a longtime resident of Vidor, where he made lasting impressions with his warm heart and friendly demeanor. He found solace and spiritual fulfillment as a devoted member of Caney Creek Open...

Susan Burge

Susan Burge

Apr 1, 2024

Linda Susan Burge, formerly of Vidor but later of Sandpoint, ID, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024. She was a devoted member of the Church of the Nazarene. Before her stroke in 2009, Susan was an avid crafter, particularly enjoying genealogy with her friend Danny Glenn, Aunt Addie, and her mother.

During her time at the nursing home in Sandpoint,...

Patsy Marie Porter

Patsy Marie Porter

Mar 29, 2024

Patsy Marie Porter, a beloved member of the Beaumont community, passed away on Friday, March 29th, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. She was 92 years old.

Patsy was a cherished resident of Beaumont, Texas, for many years and an active member of the North End Baptist Church. Her commitment to her faith was evident through her involvement...

Michael "Mike" Ray Williams

Michael "Mike" Ray Williams

Mar 27, 2024

Michael "Mike" Ray Williams, aged 73, a cherished resident of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, March 27th, 2024, at Vidor Health and Rehab, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and fond memories. Born in Carthage, Texas, Mike was a beloved member of the Vidor community for many years.

A man of faith, Mike was an member of the Pine...

Byron Wiley Cole

Byron Wiley Cole

Mar 27, 2024

Byron Wiley Cole – Age 74 – October 30th, 1949, to March 27th, 2024.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Byron Cole, who peacefully departed from this world on March 27th, 2024, at his home, surrounded by loved ones.

Byron Wiley Cole was born on October 30th, 1949, in Beaumont, Texas to Burrell and Wilma Cole...

Leslie Vaughan Welborn

Leslie Vaughan Welborn

Mar 23, 2024

Leslie Vaughan Welborn, 74, of Vidor, passed away on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas. A longtime resident of Vidor, Leslie was deeply rooted in his community and faith. He was a dedicated member of Turning Point Church, where his spiritual journey thrived. Professionally, Leslie served as President of Electro Motor Inc. before retiring, leaving behind...

Patricia Ledoux

Patricia Ledoux

Mar 23, 2024

Patricia Jones LeDeoux of Vidor, TX passed from this world on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 at the age of 80.

She was born to Evalena Laird Jones & Herman Jones on September 12th, 1943, in Kountze, Texas. The family moved to Vidor, Texas when she was a child where she would live the rest of her days as a loving daughter,...

Jerry "Hooty" Lynn Gilbreath

Jerry "Hooty" Lynn Gilbreath

Mar 23, 2024

Jerry "Hooty" Lynn Gilbreath

Jerry Lynn Gilbreath, age 86, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on March 22, 2024. He was born on March 2, 1938, in Reklaw, Texas. Hooty, as he was affectionately known, had a remarkable life full of adventures and later found solace in the simple joys of family and home. In his younger days, Hooty rodeoed and...

Mary Gladys Thibodeaux

Mary Gladys Thibodeaux

Mar 19, 2024

Mary Gladys Thibodeaux, aged 95, passed away on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024, at her residence in Vidor. Born in Church Point, LA, she had been a cherished resident of Vidor for many years. Gladys was a devoted member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, finding solace and community in her faith. She was a dedicated homemaker and a skilled...

Grace Carol Cloyd

Grace Carol Cloyd

Mar 18, 2024

Grace Carol Cloyd, age 58, of Silsbee, Texas, passed away on Monday, March 18th, 2024, at her residence. Grace, a native of Beaumont, TX, had been a beloved member of the community, residing in Vidor for many years before settling in Silsbee six years ago. Grace dedicated herself to caring for others as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), serving tirelessly...

Sharon Simmons

Sharon Simmons

Mar 17, 2024

Sharon Simmons, age 79, a cherished resident of Vidor, passed away on Sunday, March 17th, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital in Houston, TX. She was a dedicated member of the First Baptist Church in Vidor, TX, where her unwavering faith was evident in her devout involvement. Sharon had a generous spirit and found joy in helping others, always engaging in...