Obituaries

Paula Pryne

Paula Pryne

Nov 24, 2019

Paula Maude (Monroe) Pryne, 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 24, 2019. She was born June 25, 1932 in Shreveport, LA to Webb P. Monroe and Elinor (Mayo) Monroe. She was a long-time resident of Vidor, Texas and member of First Baptist Church of Vidor. She lived the last three years in Galloway, New Jersey. She married Ralph “Buck”...

Bessie Herrin-Linscomb

Bessie Herrin-Linscomb

Nov 22, 2019

Bessie Herrin-Linscomb, 94, another one from the greatest generation passed away on Friday, November 22, 2019 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. A native of Wolf Den, TX she was a longtime resident of Vidor who enjoyed reading, gardening, working crossword puzzles, cooking and going to garage sales but she especially loved keeping her grandchildren. Visitation will be Monday,...

Richard Lee Longbottom

Richard Lee Longbottom

Nov 18, 2019

Richard L. Longbottom, 87 of Vidor died Monday, November 18th, 2019 at his residence. A native of Ft. Worth, TX, he was a longtime resident of Vidor. Richard was a member of St Stephen's Episcopal Church in Beaumont, TX. He was a retired teacher from VISD and taught in Wyoming before coming to Texas. Richard was also a insurance agent....

Baylee Rae Mansfield

Baylee Rae Mansfield

Nov 18, 2019

Baylee Rae Mansfield, infant daughter of Ethan and Danielle Mansfield died Monday, November 18th, 2019 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, TX. Funeral service will be Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor. Interment will follow at Mansfield Cemetery. Baylee is survived by her parents; Ethan and Danielle Mansfield of Vidor, grandparents; Kevin...

Luther Jerry Stanley

Luther Jerry Stanley

Nov 17, 2019

Jerry Stanley, 77 of Vidor died Sunday, November 17th, 2019 at his residence. A native of Gilmer, TX, he was a longtime resident of Vidor. When Jerry was younger his family owned a lumber mill where he co owned Land R Lot Clearing and Tree Removal with his father. In the late 1950's Jerry moved to California and learned cabinetry...

Dustin C. Brister

Dustin C. Brister

Nov 15, 2019

Dustin C. Brister, 38 of Vidor died Friday, November 15th, 2019 at his residence. A native of Louisiana, he was a longtime Vidor resident. Dustin was a member of Crestwood Baptist Church in Lumberton and was in construction. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid sports fan, but he loved attending church. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home...

James Doyle Maines

James Doyle Maines

Nov 13, 2019

James D. Maines, 84 of Vidor died Wednesday, November 13th, 2019 in Vidor. A native of Florien, LA, he was a longtime resident of Vidor. James was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church in Beaumont. He retired from Gulf States Utility after 37ish years as a foreman. Visitation will begin at 6:00 pm Friday, November 15, 2019 at Memorial...

Andy Thomas Brisendine Ii

Andy Thomas Brisendine Ii

Nov 9, 2019

Andy T. Brisendine, 38 of Lumberton died Saturday, November 9th, 2019 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, TX. A native of Beaumont, Texas, he was a longtime resident of Lumberton. Andy was a member of Turning Point Church in Vidor. He enjoyed working out and spending time with family and friends, he especially loved Bentley his dog. Visitation will...

Sylvia Marie Yarborough

Sylvia Marie Yarborough

Nov 9, 2019

Sylvia M. Yarborough, 78 of Vidor died Saturday, November 9th, 2019 at her residence. A native of Lafayette, Louisiana, she was a resident of Vidor for 8 years and was a longtime resident of Beaumont. Sylvia was a member of Turning Point Church in Vidor and was the manager of Rand Oil Convenience Store in Beaumont for years. She loved...

Thomas "Nana" Anderson, Iii

Thomas "Nana" Anderson, Iii

Nov 7, 2019

Thomas Houston Anderson III "NaNa", 67, of Orange, TX died Thursday, November 7th, 2019 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. He served his country in the U.S. Army and enjoyed fishing and raising livestock but he especially enjoyed spending time with his family. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 12, 2019 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home of...

Petra M. Villafano

Petra M. Villafano

Nov 6, 2019

Petra M. Villafano, 89 of Pearland, TX and former longtime resident of Vidor passed away Wednesday, November 6th, 2019 at Wind Song Convalescent Home in Pearland. She retired from Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas after many years as an X-Ray Technician. Petra was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Visitation will be Monday, November 11, 2019 beginning...

Howard Leroy Greathouse Sr.

Howard Leroy Greathouse Sr.

Nov 2, 2019

Howard LeRoy Greathouse Sr., 84 of Vidor, TX passed away at his home on November 2, 2019. Howard was a veteran of the US Navy and US Marine Corps, having served in the Korean War. He was a member of the IUOE Local 450 for 45 years. He lived an active life enjoying family gatherings, poker night, casino trips, cruises,...

Norman Dale Blackman

Norman Dale Blackman

Oct 31, 2019

A good man has left this life. Norman D. Blackman passed away on October 31st, 2019. A native of Many, LA, he was a longtime resident of Vidor. Norman enjoyed driving his dune buggy offroad, flying his ultralight, and riding his motorcycle. He loved going fast. He was a retired partner with Carroll & Blackman, Inc. an engineering business ....

Linda Renae Peveto Patterson

Linda Renae Peveto Patterson

Oct 30, 2019

Renae Peveto Patterson, 70 of Mauriceville died Wednesday, October 30th, 2019 at her residence. A native of Beaumont, TX, she was a longtime resident of Mauriceville, TX. Renae was a retired hairdresser and enjoyed working in her yard and gardening. Cremation arrangements where entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor. Memorial services will be held at 6:00 pm Tuesday, November...

Daniel "Dan" Richard Sr.

Daniel "Dan" Richard Sr.

Oct 29, 2019

Dan Richard, 84 of Rayne, LA died Tuesday, October 29th, 2019 at the Southwest Louisiana War Veterans Home in Jennings, LA. A native of Morse, LA, he was a longtime resident of Vidor and Lumberton, Before moving to Rayne, LA. Dan retired as manager of Rogers Brothers Optical and was a die hard Dallas Cowboy fan. He played in fast...

Robert Eugene Hardy

Robert Eugene Hardy

Oct 26, 2019

Robert Eugene Hardy, 56, of Orange, TX died Saturday, October 26th, 2019 at home surrounded by his family. A native of Las Vegas, NV he was a longtime resident of Orange and worked for many years in the construction field as a carpenter. Robert enjoyed going fishing and going to Galveston with his wife. He also enjoyed going to watch...

Carolyn Marie Hampton

Carolyn Marie Hampton

Oct 24, 2019

Carolyn Marie Hampton,57, of Vidor, TX died Thursday, October 24th, 2019 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. A native of Galveston she was a longtime resident of Vidor who loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her boyfriend; Steve Hermsen, 1 sister; Deborah Coffie and her husband Joseph, 2 brothers; Bubba Whatley and Gary Whatley all...

Wanda Porter

Wanda Porter

Oct 23, 2019

Wanda Porter, 82, of Vidor, TX died Wednesday, October 23rd, 2019 at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont. A native of Indian Bayou, LA she was a longtime resident of Vidor and was the Salutatorian of Vidor High School class of 1954. Wanda enjoyed painting, square dancing, and traveling but she was a passionate Corgi Mama. Graveside services will be Saturday,...

Felicity Rose Broyles

Felicity Rose Broyles

Oct 22, 2019

Felicity Rose Broyles, 5 month old daughter of Tyler Broyles and Cheyann Scott died Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. Visitation will be Saturday, October 26, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with funeral services at 12:00 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor. Felicity is survived by her parents; Tyler Broyles and Cheyann...

Mariah Lee Woods

Mariah Lee Woods

Oct 19, 2019

Mariah Lee Woods, 26, of Westlake, went to rest in Christ on October 19th, 2019. She was born on June 27th, 1993 in Lake Charles, LA. Mariah is survived by her husband, Kevin C. Woods and daughter, Vera Lee Woods. Her parents are Michael & Sherry Cormier Of Ragley, LA & Lorrie Watkins of Gary, IN, as well as Ray...