Obituaries

Rose Ann Dean

Rose Ann Dean

Jul 28, 2023

Rose Ann Dean, born on May 1, 1935, in Silsbee, TX. She passed away Friday, July 28, 2023, at High Hope Nursing Home in Brenham, TX. Rose was a longtime resident of Vidor, TX before moving to Brenham. She was an active member of First Baptist Church of Vidor during the time she lived in Vidor.

She loved fishing with...

Richard "Dick" Johns

Richard "Dick" Johns

Jul 28, 2023

Richard “Dick” Johns, 88, of Vidor, Texas passed away at his home on Friday, July 28. The son of Riley “Railroad” and Nellie (nee Coleman) Johns, he was born on July 21, 1935 in Hot Springs, Arkansas where he was raised.

Dick enlisted into the United States Coast Guard and was trained as an electrician. The Coast Guard held many adventures...

Sammey Godeaux

Sammey Godeaux

Jul 21, 2023

Sammey Wayne Godeaux, 58, of Vidor died Friday, July 21st, 2023 at his residence. He was a lifelong resident of Vidor and had retired from work as a boilermaker. He loved fishing, camping, and cooking. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor. There will be a graveside service 10:00 AM Monday, July 24th, 2023 at Restlawn...

Deborah Chandler

Deborah Chandler

Jul 20, 2023

Deborah Louise “Nana” Chandler, 65, of Vidor. She was born to Richard and Paula Nix on October 17, 1957. She gained her wings on Thursday, July 20, 2023, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont. Left to honor her memory is her son Richard Nix and his wife Brittney of Vidor, 4 grandchildren, Tyler and his wife Lyndsie, Haylee, Tucker, and Gracie...

Trisha Lynn Nettles

Trisha Lynn Nettles

Jul 19, 2023

Trisha Lynn Nettles 5-1-1978 - 7-19-2023 in the arms of the angels new adventures begin. You touched our hearts. You are full of love, life, and laughter. Forever smiling even in the end. You love spending time with your children, grandchild and family. You love dragons, cabbage patch dolls, all animals including strays, people too, and butterflies. You treasured every...

Shirley Jean Norton

Shirley Jean Norton

Jul 19, 2023

Shirley Jean Norton, 87 passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at Rayburn Health and Rehabilitation in Jasper, TX. Shirley was born in Edom, TX, and had been a longtime resident of Vidor, Texas, for the majority of her life. Throughout her working years, Shirley found fulfillment at Family Dollar, where she retired after years of dedicated service. She was...

Billy "Wild Bill" Wayne Cartlidge Sr.

Billy "Wild Bill" Wayne Cartlidge Sr.

Jul 15, 2023

Billy "Wild Bill" Cartlidge Sr., 67, of Woodville died Saturday, July 15th, 2023 in Jasper, Texas. he was a lifelong resident of the Golden Triangle. He was a truck driver by trade and loved riding motorcycles. He enjoyed fishing and was proud of his guns. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor. Bill is survived by...

Joyce Owens

Joyce Owens

Jul 15, 2023

Joyce Evelyn Owens, a beloved resident of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Saturday, July 15th, 2023 at the age of 79. She was surrounded by her family at Oakwood Manor Nursing Home in Vidor during her final moments. Joyce was known for her warm heart, love for her family, and her dedication to her faith.

Joyce was a lifelong resident of...

Lawson Pelly

Lawson Pelly

Jul 13, 2023

Lawson Anthony Pelly Sr., 82, of Vidor, died Thursday, July 13th, 2023 at his home. He was a longtime resident of Vidor. He worked 30 years at Equitable Bag Company in Orange, TX. He loved watching his soap operas in his free time. Cremation arrangements are entrusted with Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor. He is survived by his loving wife...

Michael Travis Powell

Michael Travis Powell

Jul 12, 2023

Michael Travis Powell, a beloved resident of Vidor, passed away on Wednesday, July 12th, 2023 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis, TN. He was 52 years old. Michael was a dedicated family man, a lover of the outdoors, and a skilled handyman.

One of Michael's greatest joys was spending time with his son, Coy, and his wife, Colleen. They shared a...

Gilbert "Wayne" Charboneau

Gilbert "Wayne" Charboneau

Jul 11, 2023

Gilbert "Wayne" Charboneau, Sr. died July 11th, 2023 in Beaumont, Texas, at the age of 91. He was born to Edwin and Stella Charboneau on February 23, 1932. Following his high school graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean War. Upon returning home, he married Elizabeth DeAnn Rice on September 25, 1955. After retirement, he...

Margaret Louise Bozeman

Margaret Louise Bozeman

Jul 11, 2023

Margaret Louise Bozeman, 80, of Vidor, died Tuesday, July 11th, 2023 at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont. She was a longtime resident of Vidor and devoted homemaker. She loved sewing, reading books, and spending time with her family. Her visitation will be Thursday, July 13, 2023, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor. Her graveside...

John "Johnny" Owens

John "Johnny" Owens

Jul 10, 2023

John Frank Owens (Johnny, John Boy), of Mauriceville, a dedicated member of New Hope Church of God, passed away peacefully at the age of 73 on July 10, 2023. Born on April 21, 1950 in Port Arthur, TX, to William H. and Pearl Owens and raised in Bridge City, TX. Johnny was a proud army veteran who served his country...

Opal Blanche Lyons

Opal Blanche Lyons

Jul 7, 2023

Opal "Jean" Blanche Lyons, 99, of Vidor died Friday, July 7th, 2023, at her residence. Opal was born August 7, 1923 in Beaumont, TX to Chattie and Albert Crane. Opal married Robert Lyons November 14, 1946 and they had four children, Jimmy, Donna, Karen and Sharon.

Opal was a longtime resident of Vidor. She was a faithful Christian and a...

Diane Myers

Diane Myers

Jul 5, 2023

Diane Myers, 69,of Orange died Wednesday, July 5th, 2023 at Focused Care at Orange in Orange, Texas. She was a longtime resident of Orange and a member of Legion of Mary St. Henry Catholic Church. Diane was a former Security Officer for Chevron Chemicals in Orange as well. She loved to play Bingo and was a drama queen. Cremation arrangements...

Ella "Nana" Flourine Jones

Ella "Nana" Flourine Jones

Jul 4, 2023

Ella "Nana" Flourine Jones, age 88, went to be with her Heavenly Father, Tuesday, July 4th, 2023 in Trinity, Texas. She was born to Ollie "Bud" and Violet Anders in Malakoff, Texas. She married Zebbie Jones July, 30th, 1955. She lived a simple life to the fullest through her family and friends. She was loving and kind and the example...

Mildred "Mary" Esta Mcbride

Mildred "Mary" Esta Mcbride

Jul 4, 2023

Mildred "Mary" Esta McBride, 80 of Jasper died Tuesday, July 4th, 2023 at her residence. A native of St. Augustine, TX, she was a longtime resident of Vidor before moving to Dallas and then onto Jasper. She was a cashier and was raised as a Baptist. Mary enjoyed crossword puzzles and coloring. A graveside service will be held at 1:00...

Jordan Heath White

Jordan Heath White

Jul 3, 2023

Jordan Heath White, beloved husband, and father, devoted but mischievous son, fiercely loyal, sometimes pesky little brother (in age, not in stature), a sure shot on any hunt, accomplished fisherman, and horrible golfer, was born on July 15th, 1986, and he parted this earth Monday, July 3rd, 2023, just shy of 37 years of age. Jordan White never met a...

Wallace R Olmedo

Wallace R Olmedo

Jul 2, 2023

Wallace R Olmedo

1971 * 2023

Wallace passed away unexpectedly on July02,2023. He was surrounded by his loving family. 

Born in Beaumont, Texas on March 01,1971, he was the son of F. Raul Olmedo and Debra L. Padia

He was employed as office manager at All About Ears and he enjoyed those whom he worked with as well as the clientele.

Left to cherish...

Jane Trahan

Jane Trahan

Jun 29, 2023

Jane Trahan, aged 82, of Vidor, passed away on Thursday, June 29th, 2023, at her home. She was a beloved member of the Vidor community and had resided there for many years. Jane was a dedicated member of Pine Forest Baptist Church and held a deep faith in her heart.

Jane's love and devotion to her family were unparalleled. She cherished...