Obituaries
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...
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...
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...
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Linda Jane Keller
Mar 17, 2024
Linda Jane Keller, 71, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Sunday, March 17th, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont, Texas. Linda, a native of Boerne, Texas, had been a cherished member of the Vidor community for many years. Linda was as a homemaker, dedicating herself to creating a warm and loving home for her family. She found immense joy...
Rose Marie Holt
Mar 15, 2024
Rose Holt, a cherished member of the Vidor community for over five decades, died March 15, 2024 at Baptist Hosptials of Southeast Texas in Beaumont. Born in Massachusetts, Rose embraced Texas as her home.
Rose was known for her love of horses, spending countless hours riding and connecting with these majestic animals. Her passion for the outdoors extended to her favorite...
Leonard Joseph Songe Iii
Mar 14, 2024
Leonard Joseph Songe III, aged 75, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Thursday, March 14th, 2024, at his residence. Born in Beaumont, TX, Leonard was a dedicated resident of Vidor for much of his life. He leaves behind a legacy marked by his service to his country, his skilled craftsmanship, and his unwavering devotion to his family. Leonard proudly served...
James Ottis O'Quinn
Mar 14, 2024
James Ottis O’Quinn passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and love on March 14, 2024. James was born in Center, Texas on July 1, 1947 to, Wylma Latham and Otis Britain O’Quinn. At an early age James went to live with his Aunt Mary Fay and Uncle Jess O’Quinn in Lufkin, Texas, and from then on they were...
Candie Sue Carroll Broussard
Mar 11, 2024
Candie Sue Carroll Broussard was born on August 23, 1947, and she gained her wings on March 11, 2024. A wife, a mother, a grannie, a sister, an aunt, a friend. Candie was born to James Richard (JR) Carroll and Maxine Flanagan Carroll in Beaumont, Texas. Candie was married to her husband of 41 years, Charles E. Broussard. She was...
Patricia Melanson Riley
Mar 8, 2024
Patricia Ann Melanson Riley, 79, passed away on Friday, March 8th, 2024, at her home in Kountze. Raised in Rose City, Patricia recently made Kountze her home. She was a lifelong member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Beaumont, where her faith was a guiding light in her life.
Known for her compassionate nature, Patricia's main pastime was caring for others....
Robert Louis Josey
Mar 4, 2024
Robert Louis Josey a beloved member of the Vidor community, peacefully passed away on Monday, March 4th, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. He was 77 years old.
Robert was a devout Christian who was raised in the Baptist faith. He dedicated 31 years of his life to Mobil Oil, retiring in 2001. An avid gardener, Robert found joy...
James Mccabe
Mar 3, 2024
In cherished memory of James McCabe, who entered this world on April 17, 1962, and lived a life filled with love and adventure until his passing at the age of 61. James was a beloved figure known for his industrious spirit and willingness to lend a helping hand. Whether he was fixing machinery or indulging in his passion for cooking,...
George Edward Syfrett
Mar 3, 2024
George Edward Syfrett, a pillar of the Vidor community, passed away on Sunday, March 3rd, 2024, at the age of 82, surrounded by loved ones at his home. George was a devout Christian and a beloved figure in Vidor, where he resided for many years.
He dedicated over 30 years of his life to Trinity Industries before retiring, leaving behind a...
Taylor Ann Holmes
Feb 29, 2024
Taylor Ann Holmes, born August 20, 2003 in Beaumont, Texas. Taylor Ann went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 29, 2024. From her birth, she shined as bright as the brightest moon we have ever seen. All that knew Taylor, loved her. Those blessed to receive her friendship, trust and love, knew they had a special bond,...
Raymond "Ray" Carl Butts
Feb 29, 2024
Raymond "Ray" Carl Butts, 71, a beloved resident of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Thursday, February 29th, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. Born in Kissimmee, Florida, Ray made Vidor his cherished home for many years. Ray dedicated a significant portion of his life to serving his country, retiring from the U.S. Army with honor, having served in...
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