Charles Edward “Dan” Barker, 84, a former longtime resident of Bridge City, passed away, September 16, 2016, at his daughter's home in Cypress, TX. Dan had been with her and her husband, Gregg, for the past 6 years since the passing of his wife, Marilyn Barker. Dan was born in Orange on August 31, 1932. He was the oldest son of Edward L. Barker and Ruth Lenora (Spell) Barker. Dan served in the United States Army in Alaska, during the Korean War. He retired from DuPont Sabine River Works where he was a mechanic for over 37 years. He also was a longtime member of First Baptist Church … [Read more...] about Charles Edward “Dan” Barker

Edna R. Vercher, age 88, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, September 17, 2016 in Orange, Texas. Services will be at 11:00 AM on Monday, September 19, 2016 at Dorman Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow at Mary Williams Cemetery in Orangefield. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on Sunday, September 18, 2016 at Dorman Funeral Home. Edna was born in Orange, Texas on March 20, 1928 to Agnes Morgan Bertrand and David Bertrand. She was a long-time member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints of Orange and was retired from Orangefield … [Read more...] about Edna R. Vercher

Aaron Ray Mouton, 45, of Bridge City, was born in Port Arthur on February 24, 1971. He went to be with his heavenly father on September 16, 2016. Aaron was married to the love of his life Tara and was a devoted father to three beautiful daughters; Macy, Marlee, and Mia. Aaron was the son of Anna Bersin and George Mouton. He loved his family and friends dearly. Aaron was always making others smile and laugh with his quick-witted humor; and never met a stranger. Aaron had a true care and concern for all. He had a passion for the outdoors and loved hunting and fishing. Aaron enjoyed taking … [Read more...] about Aaron Ray Mouton

Gloria Mary Jacobs, 77, of Orange passed away at her home on September 16, 2016. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 20, 2016, at First United Pentecostal Church in Orange with Reverend Gary P. Wheeler officiating. Interment will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in Orange, Texas. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 23, 1939, she was the daughter of Loutouche LeBlanc and Odelia Dyson. She was a homemaker and member of First United Pentecostal Church in Orange. … [Read more...] about Gloria Mary Jacobs

Walterine Cecile Anders, 73, of Groves passed away on Friday, September 16, 2016 at Mid-Jefferson Extended Care Hospital surround by her loving family. Walterine was the first born child to Joyce Cecile (Foret) and Walter W.W. Durham in Port Arthur on October 3, 1942. She had lived in Groves for the last 8 year and prior in Bridge City for 40 years. She graduate from Thompson Jefferson High School in 1960, attend Port Arthur College and she was active in the Port Arthur Assembly #7, order of Rainbow for Girls. Walterine married her high school sweet heart, Naaman “Eddie” Anders on December … [Read more...] about Walterine Cecile Anders

The Celebration of Life for Mrs. Lillie Mack, 92, of Orange will be Sunday, September 18, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. during Graveside Services at Hollywood Community Cemetery under the direction of Sparrow Funeral Home. She died September 14, 2016 in Orange. An Orange native, she attended the historic Madame C.J. Walker School of Beauty in Chicago, IL. to become certified as a Beautician. She was a member of the St. Paul C.M.E. Church. She also spent her working years in Orange employed by the former Orange Memorial Hospital. She retired after many years of service. Survivors include her son, … [Read more...] about Mrs. Lillie Mack