Obituaries

Kester James Alexander

Kester James Alexander

Dec 24, 2019

Kester James Alexander, 50, died Tuesday, December 24th, 2019 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. A native of Lufkin, TX he was a recent resident of Vidor. Kester worked as a truck driver and also in construction. He enjoyed going to the lake and being outdoors with his daughters but he especially loved spending time with his family and...

Rosa Beth Harmon

Rosa Beth Harmon

Dec 24, 2019

Beth Harmon, 85 of Vidor died Tuesday, December 24th, 2019 at Larks Spur Nursing Home in Lufkin, TX. A native of Huntington, Texas, she was a longtime resident of Vidor before moving to Lufkin, Texas two months ago. Beth was a homemaker and a ribbon winning quilter. She was a good cook and devoted to her husband. Graveside services will...

Mary Sue Heidleberg

Mary Sue Heidleberg

Dec 23, 2019

Sue Heidleberg, 75 of Vidor died Monday, December 23, 2019 at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont, TX. A native of Pitkin, Louisiana, she was a longtime resident of Vidor. Sue loved her puppies and colorful things. Visitation will begin at 6:00 pm Thursday, December 26, 2019 at Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor and burial will take place Friday, December 27,...

Vera Mae Johnson

Vera Mae Johnson

Dec 21, 2019

Vera Mae Johnson, 88, of Vidor, TX died Saturday, December 21st, 2019 at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont. A native of Cravens, LA she was a longtime resident of Vidor and member of First Baptist Church of Vidor. Vera enjoyed sewing, quilting, and reading western novels. She was known to have a great sense of humor and enjoyed spending time...

Colby Lane Cooper

Colby Lane Cooper

Dec 20, 2019

Colby L. Cooper, 21 of Vidor died Friday, December 20th, 2019 in Vidor. A native of Beaumont, TX, he was a Lifelong resident of Vidor. Colby was a member of Turning Point Church in Vidor and was a Crane Operator Apprentice with Deep South in Beaumont for the past one and half years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also...

Jodie Inez Shockome

Jodie Inez Shockome

Dec 17, 2019

Inez Shockome, 73, of Vidor, TX died Tuesday, December 17th, 2019 at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont. A native of Sulphur Springs, TX she was a longtime resident of Vidor who enjoyed sewing, doing arts and crafts and making Christmas ornaments. She also enjoyed making things for her grandchildren and spending time with her family. Visitation will be Thursday, December 19,...

Frank "Cliff" Carter, Sr

Frank "Cliff" Carter, Sr

Dec 16, 2019

Frank "Cliff" Carter Sr., 72, of Vidor, TX died Monday, December 16th, 2019 Focused Care Nursing Home in Orange. A native of Beaumont he served his country in the U.S. Army. Frank worked as a supervisor for Southwestern Bell and was the owner of Carter Racing Enterprises. After retiring he was the owner of Jaco Sales and Rental and enjoyed...

Larry Darren Hyde Sr.

Larry Darren Hyde Sr.

Dec 13, 2019

Larry Darren Hyde, 49 of Vidor died Friday, December 13, 2019 in Orangefield, TX. A native of Port Arthur, TX, he was a longtime resident of Vidor. Larry was a pipe fitter with Turner Ind. in Lake Charles, LA and was a member of Serenity Oak Ministries in Vidor. He graduated from Port Neches/Groves High School in 1989. He enjoyed...

Michael Eugene Pues

Michael Eugene Pues

Dec 12, 2019

Michael Eugene Pues 64 of Arlington, TX, passed away December 12, 2019 at Community of Texas James L. West facility in Fort Worth. Michael was a craftsman and specialized in masonry for over 40 years. He loved life and had a keen sense of humor, know for his quick-wit, playfulness, pranks. His gregarious personality always kept a circle of friend...

Michael Pues

Michael Pues

Dec 12, 2019

Michael Eugene Pues 64 of Arlington, TX, passed away December 12, 2019 at Community of Texas James L. West facility in Fort Worth. Michael was a craftsman and specialized in masonry for over 40 years. He loved life and had a keen sense of humor, know for his quick-wit, playfulness, pranks. His gregarious personality always kept a circle of friend...

Billy Frank "Cowboy" Lemare

Billy Frank "Cowboy" Lemare

Dec 11, 2019

Billy F. LeMare, 84 of Vidor died Wednesday, December 11th, 2019 in Vidor. A native of Beaumont, TX, he was a longtime resident of Vidor. Billy retired from Bethlehem Steel as a truck driver. He enjoyed flea marketing all around. Visitation will be held from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Friday, December 13, 2019 at Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor. Funeral...

Eddie Diane Tharp-Holseth

Eddie Diane Tharp-Holseth

Dec 10, 2019

Eddie Diane Tharp-Holseth, of Magnolia, TX died Tuesday, December 10th, 2019 in San Antonio, TX. A native of Shreveport, LA she was a longtime resident of Magnolia and former resident of Vidor. She was a 1966 graduate of Vidor High School and a lifeguard at the Arnold swimming pool. She loved dancing, reading mystery novels, watching John Wayne movies, working...

Ethan Wayne Woods

Ethan Wayne Woods

Dec 9, 2019

Ethan W. Woods, 22 of Lumberton, TX died Monday, December 9th, 2019 in Lumberton. A native of Nederland, TX, he was a lifelong resident of Vidor before moving to Lumberton 1 years ago. Ethan love muddying in any kind of 4x4. Ethan was a character and enjoyed fishing. Visitation will begin at 6:00 pm Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Memorial...

William "Billy" Albert Drake Sr.

William "Billy" Albert Drake Sr.

Dec 9, 2019

Billy A. Drake, 81 of Mauriceville, TX died Monday, December 9th, 2019 at his residence. A native of Gist, TX, he was a longtime resident of Mauriceville, TX. Billy served his country in the U.S. Air Force and was a carpenter. Billy enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a member of Local Union #196. Visitation will begin at 6:00 pm...

Frances Jane Deculus

Frances Jane Deculus

Dec 7, 2019

Frances Jane DeCulus, 79, of Vidor, TX died Saturday, December 7th, 2019 at her residence in Beaumont. A native of Davis Hills, TX she was a longtime resident of Vidor who enjoyed going to garage sales with her grandchildren, cooking, playing Yatzee, dominoes and going perch fishing. Visitation will be Friday, December 13, 2019 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Memorial...

Edna Knapp

Edna Knapp

Dec 3, 2019

Edna Knapp, 98, of Vidor, TX died Tuesday, December 3rd, 2019 at Oakwood Manor Nursing Home. A native of Annacoco, LA she was a longtime resident of Vidor and a faithful member of the Church of Christ. Edna enjoyed knitting, crocheting, quilting and playing 42 but she especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday, December 6,...

Vera Irene Broussard-Brown

Vera Irene Broussard-Brown

Dec 3, 2019

Vera Irene Broussard-Brown, 97, of Vidor, TX died Tuesday, December 3rd, 2019 at home surrounded by her family. A native of High Island, TX she was a longtime resident of Vidor and a member of First United Methodist Church of Vidor. Vera enjoyed reading books and Facebook, sewing and painting. She also loved going on trail rides with her family....

Dianne Nevils

Dianne Nevils

Dec 2, 2019

Dianne Nevils, 82, of Vidor, TX died Monday, December 2nd, 2019 at Vidor Health and Rehab. A native of Beaumont, TX she was a longtime resident of Vidor and longtime member of the Church of Christ. Dianne worked for many years as a secretary at Mobil Chemical and enjoyed playing the piano, shopping and traveling. Visitation will be Wednesday, December...

Jeanette Crawford

Jeanette Crawford

Dec 1, 2019

Jeanette Crawford, 79 of Vidor died Sunday, December 1st, 2019 at her residence. A native of Singer, LA, she was a lifelong resident of Vidor. Jeanette enjoyed and sang gospel music. She also loved her to two dogs Jake and Pepper. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later...

William "Papaw" Clyde Watkins Jr

William "Papaw" Clyde Watkins Jr

Nov 30, 2019

Bill Watkins, 95 of Vidor died Saturday, November 30th, 2019 in Friendswood, TX. A native of Roganville, TX, he was a longtime Vidor resident. Bill retired as a PBX repairman with AT&T after 42 years. He served his country during WWII in the Merchant Marines. Bill was a family man and enjoyed fishing and gardening. Visitation will begin at 6:00...