Robert M. “Bob” Clough, the husband of Joann “Jody” Clough, and a longtime resident of Chappell Hill, Texas passed into heaven on Saturday, January 10.  Bob was born the only son of Forrest H. and Lila Estelle Moore Clough in Orange, Texas on March 11, 1932. After retiring in Chappell Hill, he and his wife, Jody, became members of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Brenham for twenty years and later became members of First Baptist Church Chappell Hill.  After attending public school in Orange, Texas he began his studies at Southwest Texas State Teachers College in San Marcos, … [Read more...] about Robert M. “Bob” Clough

Services for Mr. Harold Fite, 96, of Pasadena, are scheduled for 11 a.m., Friday, January 17, 2025, at Bartley Funeral Home, Grand Saline, with Bro. Jerry Fite officiating. Interment will follow in Sand Flat Cemetery. William Harold Fite was born in Grand Saline, Texas on October 25, 1928. He peacefully passed from this life in the comforting home of his daughter, Christie Stewart, and her husband Barry, on the evening of January 8, 2025. Harold Fite is preceded in death by his father and mother, William Carroll Fite and Gladys Gandy Fite. A baby brother (Jerry Fite) preceded Harold in … [Read more...] about William Harold Fite

Edward Britton Demler, 85, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on January 9, 2025, at his home in Bridge City. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on March 8, 1939, he was the son of Edward Sonny Demler and Eleese Hilton Demler. Edward worked as a devoted car salesman at JK Chevrolet, where he built lasting relationships with customers and colleagues alike. As a proud veteran, Edward served his country honorably in the United States Army, embodying the qualities of service and commitment that defined his character throughout his life. Outside of work and service, Edward had a profound passion for … [Read more...] about Edward Britton Demler

Thomas Harold Parks, affectionately known as "Harold," passed away peacefully on Friday, January 10th, 2025, at the age of 72 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, surrounded by his loving family. A longtime resident of Vidor, Harold was a cherished member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Harold served his country honorably, retiring from the U.S. Army in 1992 after 20 years of dedicated service. Following his military career, he brought his leadership skills to The Stark Foundation, where he worked his way up to Chief of Security. Harold lived life to the fullest, with … [Read more...] about Thomas Harold Parks

Charles Carol Petry, 86, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on January 8, 2025, at his home in Vidor.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 13, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Ron Perry. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 13, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Indian Bayou, Louisiana on August 5, 1938, he was the son of Kitchell Petry and Stella Faulk Petry. Charles lived a life dedicated to service, both in his career and personal … [Read more...] about Charles Carol Petry

The Celebration of Life for Mrs. Bessie Nell Johnson of Orange will be Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 3pm at the Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Rites of Christian Burial will follow at Hollywood Community Cemetery under the direction of Sparrow Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1 until 3pm. Bessie Nell Johnson was born February 26, 1964 in Orange, TX to Lubertha (Coleman) Gilmore and Leonard Gilmore.   A 1983  graduate of West Orange Stark High School, her working years were spent as a Home Health Care Provider. She was also employed by Luby’s Cafeteria and … [Read more...] about Bessie Nell Johnson