Obituaries
Cynthia "Cindy" Ann Rossi
Feb 16, 2024
Cynthia "Cindy" Ann Rossi, 65, of Orangefield, passed away on Friday, February 16th, 2024, at Cascades at Port Arthur. Born in Port Arthur, TX, Cindy was a beloved member of the community, known for her warmth, kindness, and vibrant personality. Having spent much of her life in Nederland, Cindy made countless memories and touched the lives of many before relocating...
Doretta Marie Moorman
Feb 14, 2024
Doretta Marie Moorman, 78, of Vidor, passed away on Wednesday, February 14th, 2024, at her residence. Born in Kinder, LA, Doretta was a cherished member of the Vidor community, where she resided for many years. Doretta was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Vidor, where she found comfort and community in her faith. Professionally, Doretta served as...
Ty Edward Jones
Feb 13, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ty Edward Jones, a beloved son, brother, boyfriend, and friend, who left this world on Tuesday, February 13th, 2024, at his residence in Vidor. Born on May 13, 2004, in Beaumont, TX, Ty was a lifelong resident of Vidor, where he touched the lives of many with his kindness...
Sarah Leanne Shelton
Feb 11, 2024
Sarah Leanne Shelton, a cherished member of the Vidor community, passed away on Sunday, February 11th, 2024, at the age of 42. She departed this world at her residence, leaving behind a legacy of love and joy. Born in Nederland, TX, Sarah was a resident of Vidor for many years. She was known for her warm heart, vibrant spirit, and...
Bruce Michael Lockett
Feb 10, 2024
Bruce Michael Lockett, 74, of Vidor, passed away on Saturday, February 10th, 2024, at Vidor Health and Rehab. Born in Houston, TX, Bruce was a beloved member of the Vidor community, where he resided for many years. Bruce served his country with honor and distinction as a U.S. Marine during the Vietnam War, earning the Purple Heart Medal for his...
Donald Wayne Barron
Feb 9, 2024
Donald Wayne Barron, 82, of Vidor, passed away on Friday, February 9th, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont. Donald was a beloved member of the Vidor community, where he lived for many years.
A true lover of life, Donald found joy in the simple pleasures. He was an avid fisherman, finding solace and tranquility by the water's edge. Donald also...
Kathi Lee Goodman
Feb 8, 2024
Kathi Lee Goodman, a cherished member of the Vidor community, passed away peacefully at her home on February 8th, 2024. Known for her love of simple pleasures and unwavering devotion to her family, Kathi will be remembered for her gentle spirit and kind heart.
A longtime resident of Vidor, Kathi found solace and joy in the little things in life. Whether...
Margie Lee Campbell
Feb 8, 2024
Margie Lee Campbell, 86, of Orange, peacefully passed away on Thursday, February 8th, 2024, at Oakwood Manor in Vidor. Margie was a beloved member of the Orange community, where she resided for many years.
A faithful member of Eastgate United Pentecostal Church, Margie found solace and joy in her faith. She dedicated herself to her church family, teaching Sunday school in...
David Wilburn Ferguson
Feb 2, 2024
David Wilburn Ferguson, 73, passed away on Friday, February 2nd, 2024, at Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital in Arlington, Texas. Born in Tyler, TX, David was a longtime resident of Grand Prairie, TX. A retired truck driver, David's life was marked by service and adventure. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War as a member of the U.S....
Tammi Wray Stark
Jan 30, 2024
Tammi Stark, a cherished member of the Orange community, left this world on January 30, 2024 at the age of 51. Tammi, a lifelong resident of Orange, brought immeasurable joy and warmth to those who were fortunate enough to know her. Born to Wray and Randall Stark, Tammi was the epitome of a happy soul. She was a beacon of...
Melissa Greathouse Phillips
Jan 30, 2024
Melissa Greathouse Phillips, a beloved resident of Vidor, Texas, gracefully departed from this world on January 30, 2024, at the age of 57. She peacefully passed away in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the love and presence of her cherished daughters.
Born on October 12, 1966, to Howard and Barbara Greathouse, Melissa's life was a testament to the power...
Ivy Ruby Jones
Jan 29, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ivy Ruby Jones, a longtime resident of Vidor and the proud owner-operator of Ivy's Custom Upholstery Shop in Vidor. Ivy departed this world surrounded by love on Monday, January 29, 2024.
Ivy was a dedicated and talented businesswoman, leaving her mark on the community through her work at Ivy's...
Kenneth Ervin Williams
Jan 29, 2024
Kenneth Ervin Williams, 86, a beloved resident of Beaumont, passed away on Monday, January 29th, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House. A native and long-time resident of Beaumont, Kenneth was a devoted member of the Apostolic Church of Beaumont under Marvin Cole. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany and later retired as an operator with Local #450 after 55...
Robert "Bob" Marvin Mathues
Jan 29, 2024
Robert "Bob" Marvin Mathues, 97, a resident of Vidor, passed away on Monday, January 29th, 2024, at his residence. Originally from Chicago, Illinois, he spent the majority of his life in Vidor. Bob, a retired Mobil Oil Pipe Fitter with over 30 years of service, was known for his skillful steel guitar playing, making a lasting impact on everyone who...
William "Billy" Gordon Ardis Jr.
Jan 26, 2024
William "Billy" Gordon Ardis Jr., 71, passed away on Friday, January 26th, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont. Born in Beaumont, Texas, he was a cherished member of the Vidor community, where he had resided for many years. Billy, a devoted family man, dedicated 20 years of his life to his career as a Welder/ Maintenance professional at Bayer/...
Jerry Joseph Dewitt
Jan 20, 2024
Jerry Dewitt, age 81, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on January 20th, 2024. Born on September 11th, 1942, Jerry was a proud lifelong resident of Vidor. On October 26th, 1962, Jerry entered into matrimony with his late wife, Joyce Dewitt, marking the beginning of a union that lasted until her peaceful passing on May 28th, 2022. Together, they shared 60...
Laura Jane Odom
Jan 15, 2024
Laura Jane Odom, 68, of Beaumont, passed away on Monday, January 15th, 2024, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas in Beaumont. Born and raised in Vidor, she had been a longtime resident of the town before relocating to Beaumont a few years ago. Laura was known for her warm and loving nature, always cherishing the moments spent with her family....
Russell Gene Reich Sr.
Jan 13, 2024
Russell G. Reich Sr., 80, of Vidor died Saturday, January 13th, 2024 at HCA Hospital in Cypress, Texas. He was born in Basile, Louisiana on September 5th, 1943 to Orville E. Reich and Blanche M. (Chaumont) Reich. He graduated from Vidor High School at the age of 17 and married his high school sweetheart. He was a proud veteran of...
Kimberly Ann Worth
Jan 13, 2024
Kimberly Ann Worth, 35, passed away on Saturday, January 13th, 2024, at her residence. She was a native and lifelong resident of Vidor, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and cherished memories. Kimberly was a member of Pine Forest Baptist Church, where she found solace. Kimberly worked at Brookshire Brothers grocery store in Vidor. A graduate of Kaplan College...
Vanessa Summers Chesser
Jan 8, 2024
Vanessa Summers Chesser, 62, of Vidor, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 8th, 2024, at her home. Vanessa was a cherished member of the Vidor community, having spent much of her life in this welcoming town.
A dedicated member of Maplecrest Baptist Church, Vanessa found comfort and community in her faith. As a homemaker, she found joy in the simple pleasures...