Obituaries
Francis Avinell Conner
Dec 23, 2023
Francis Avinell Conner, age 79, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Saturday, December 23rd, 2023, at her residence. Born in Beaumont, she was a cherished and long-time resident of Vidor. Francis was a devoted member of Victory Bible Baptist Church in Vidor and spent many years as a Loan Officer. She was a multifaceted individual with passions ranging from fishing...
Nathan "Nate" Alexander Reid
Dec 22, 2023
Nathan "Nate" Alexander Reid, a cherished resident of Vidor, passed away on December 22, 2023, at the age of 32. Born in Bremerton, WA, Nate embraced Vidor as his lifelong home, leaving an indelible mark on the community he held dear.
Nate's professional journey as a Boilermaker and his dedicated service in the US Navy reflected his commitment, courage, and sense...
Rylan Cade Oney
Dec 20, 2023
Rylan Cade Oney, 19, passed away Wednesday, December 20th, 2023, in Vidor, Texas. Born on July 14, 2004, in Longview, Texas, Rylan was a longtime resident of Hallsville, TX. He proudly served in the US Navy and was deeply passionate about his family and his interests.
Rylan found joy on the baseball field, where his love for the game shone brightly....
Melvin "Melbo" Cade
Dec 19, 2023
Melvin "Melbo" Cade, 76, of Vidor, passed away on Tuesday, December 19th, 2023, at The VA Medical Center in Houston. A devoted and longtime resident of Vidor, Melbo's life was marked by service, love, and a deep connection to his community.
Melbo proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam conflict. His bravery and sacrifice...
Orbie Wayne Woods Jr.
Dec 19, 2023
Orbie Wayne Woods Jr., 54, of Kirbyville, TX, passed away on Tuesday, December 19th, 2023, at his residence. Born in Uvalde, TX, Wayne spent much of his life in Vidor before making Kirbyville his home four years ago. In his professional life, he served as the Maintenance Supervisor of Rotating Equipment for Sasol, where his dedication and expertise made a...
Justin John Cortez
Dec 16, 2023
Justin John Cortez, 41, of Vidor, died on Saturday, December 16th, 2023, at his residence. Born in Beaumont, TX, Justin was a lifelong resident of Vidor. He was affiliated with the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses and worked as a dedicated pipefitter. A graduate of the Class of 2000 from Home Schooling. In his leisure time, Justin found joy in...
Willie Thomas Wilson Sr.
Dec 16, 2023
Willie Thomas Wilson Sr., 85, of Vidor, passed away on Saturday, December 16th, 2023, in Cave City, AR. Willie was a devoted and longtime resident of Vidor, and in his last year, he resided in Arkansas.
During his working years, Willie contributed to his community as a heavy equipment operator at Rose City Sand Pit, where he dedicated over 30 years...
Dorothy Carolyn Spell
Dec 15, 2023
Dorothy Carolyn Spell, 72, of Vidor, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 15th, 2023, at her home. She was a longtime resident of Vidor, she was a devoted homemaker and a beloved member of the community.
Family was the center of Dorothy's world, and she poured her love and care into her children and grandchildren. They were her greatest joy, and...
Linda Gail Corley
Dec 14, 2023
Linda Gail Corley, 65, of Vidor, passed away on Thursday, December 14th, 2023, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas in Beaumont. Linda, a dedicated member of the community, was a beloved resident of Vidor.
Linda was a woman of faith and an active member of Turning Point Church, where she found solace and community. She devoted a significant part of her...
Cheryl Darlene Grass
Dec 13, 2023
Cheryl Darlene Grass, 80, of Evadale, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 13th, 2023, at Silsbee Oaks Healthcare. She was a beloved and longtime resident of Evadale
Cheryl was a devoted member of Central Baptist Church in Evadale and found joy in her role as a homemaker. Her passion for sewing was evident in the beautifully crafted clothes she made, showcasing...

Aidan Seth Montondon
Dec 11, 2023
Aidan Seth Montondon, 21, of Vidor, passed away on Monday, December 11th, 2023. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, he was a longtime resident of the area but had called Vidor home for the past year.
Aidan graduated from Summer Creek High School in Humble and was known for his passion for various hobbies. He found joy in playing video games, watching anime,...
Mary Pauline Dickson
Dec 9, 2023
Mary Pauline Dickson, 78 of Vidor died Saturday, December 9th, 2023 at her residence. A native of Clarendon, Arkansas, she was a longtime resident of Vidor. In loving memory of the best wife, loving sister, aunt and caring friend to all she met. Mary was a good friend to everyone. She never met anyone without a smile and kind word....
Kristina Karyl Korman
Dec 8, 2023
Kristina "Kris" Karyl Korman, 51 of Vidor died Friday, December 8th, 2023 at her residence. She was a lifelong resident of Vidor. She worked a longtime as a CNA during her life. She loved to listen to music. Caring for people came naturally to her and she took great joy in doing so. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Memorial...
Michelle Ann Trahan
Dec 8, 2023
Michelle Ann Trahan, 55 of Buna died Friday, December 8th, 2023 at her residence. A native of Orange, Texas, she was a longtime resident of Vidor berfore moving to Buna 13 years ago. Her favorite past times were panting and drawing. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor. She is survived by her children Edith Hemmenway of...
Darren Ray Love
Dec 3, 2023
Darren Ray Love, aged 50, a lifelong resident of Vidor, passed away on Sunday, December 3rd, 2023, at Baptist Hospitals of Beaumont. Darren was born to Betty Lou Spears Love and P.B. Brad Love on 10/30/1973. Darren had a deep passion for music, finding solace in singing and playing the drums in his church. Darren is survived by his sisters,...
Betty Marie Rogers
Dec 2, 2023
Betty Marie Rash Rogers, 73, of Mauriceville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 2nd, 2023, at her residence. Betty spent her working years in Houston, but upon retiring after 33 dedicated years at Southwestern Bell, she became a cherished and longtime resident of Mauriceville. Her decision to retire was motivated by her deep commitment to caring for her parents.
Betty was...
Judy Carol Marie
Dec 1, 2023
Judy Carol Marie, 62, of Vidor died Friday, December 1st, 2023 at her residence. She was a lifelong resident of Vidor. Judy lived for her kids and grand kids, they meant the world to her. She never showed up for visits with them empty handed and loved spending quality time with them. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Memorial Funeral...
Jerry Wayne Mathues
Dec 1, 2023
Jerry Wayne Mathues, age 75, a longtime resident of Vidor, passed away on Friday, December 1st, 2023, at his home. He was a devoted member of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Vidor. Jerry retired from Mobil Oil after dedicating many years to his career. He found joy in watching the Dallas Cowboys, spending quality time with his family, and...
Floyd Albert Williford
Nov 29, 2023
Floyd Albert Williford, aged 81, passed away on Wednesday, November 29th, 2023, at Focused Care at Orange Nursing Home. Floyd was a native of Vidor and a longtime resident of the community before making his home in Deweyville and, finally, Kirbyville. Floyd's professional journey led him to become a dedicated and skilled welder, and he proudly served his country as...
Katelyn Nichole Watson
Nov 23, 2023
Katelyn "KK" Nichole Watson, 21, of Vidor died Thursday, November 23rd, 2023 at her residence. She was a longtime resident of Vidor and member of Turning Point Church. She was currently enrolled as a student at Lamar State College in Orange. She played volleyball and basketball, and ran track as well, she also enjoyed singing during her time in the...