Bobbie Gene Shelton, Jr., 64, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 28, 2025, at his home. He was born in Orange, Texas, on August 18, 1960, the son of Bobbie Gene Shelton, Sr., and JoAnn (Freeman) Denmon. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas.   Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. He attended West Orange-Stark School, where he ultimately graduated. He spent his youth fishing, … [Read more...] about Bobbie Gene Shelton, Jr.

Clifford "Big Bubba" Newton Wells, age 61, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, January 29th, 2025, at Vidor Health and Rehab. Born in Silsbee, Texas, Clifford spent most of his life in Vidor, where he became a beloved member of the community. Clifford was a skilled truck driver and mechanic with a deep love for Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Whether cruising down the open road or tinkering in the garage, he found joy in all things mechanically. His happiest moments were spent surrounded by family, sharing stories, and creating unforgettable memories. Clifford's easygoing nature and … [Read more...] about Clifford “Big Bubba” Newton Wells

Joseph "Joe" Robert Wingerson Jr., 82, of Vidor, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 31st, 2025, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas in Beaumont. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Joe made Vidor his longtime home, where he was a beloved member of Turning Point Church and a fixture in his community. Joe proudly retired after more than 25 years as a salesman with Curtis 1000, where he was well-regarded for his dedication and work ethic. In his early years, he enjoyed spending time on the golf course and bowling lanes, embracing both the competitive spirit and friendships that … [Read more...] about Joseph “Joe” Robert Wingerson Jr

Royce Bertrand, 79, of Orange, died Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at Focused Care at Orange. He was born on March 29, 1945, to Rose Ellen See Bertrand and James Clarence Bertrand, in Beaumont, and was a United States Air Force veteran. Royce retired as a chef. Survivors include his wife, Judy Bertrand; daughter, Diane Silver and her husband, Mark; son, Christopher Bertrand and his wife, Chanthea; and daughter, Holli Bertrand, all of Orange; brother, Clarence Bertrand of Lumberton; and grandchildren, David Silver and Elisabella Bertrand, both of Orange, Forrest Coffie of Beaumont; River Van … [Read more...] about Royce Bertrand

The Celebration of Life for Mr. James M. Lopez, 80, of Orange, will be Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 3pm at Starlight Church of God In Christ under the direction of Sparrow Funeral Home. Interment will be held at Houston National Cemetery in Houston, TX Visitation will be from 1 until 3 pm. James Morlin Lopez was born on November 9, 1944, in Lafayette, Louisiana to Margaret Wilson Lopez and Joseph Lopez. He was raised in New Iberia, Louisiana and graduated from Jonas Henderson High School in 1962. James was drafted into the United States Army in 1966 and was assigned to Charlie Company … [Read more...] about James M. Lopez

Oscar Edward Dixon, 94, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 29, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Rusty Dollar. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home inOrange. Born in Hammond, Louisiana, on March 30, 1930, he was the son of Clarence Dixon and Kitty (Hughes) Dixon. He had a long and fulfilling career, … [Read more...] about Oscar Edward Dixon