Van Stedman Barnett, Sr. Born September 25, 1936, in Orange Texas to James Barnett and Ida Cooper Barnett. He attended Wallace Elementary, High School and graduated in 1954. He also, attended Paul Quinn College in Waco, Texas, and shortly after enlisted in the United States Air Force. It was during his time serving in the Air Force in Salina, Kansas that he met his Bride of 58 years; Lillian Anita Hockett. After serving 10 years of service with the Air Force he received an honorable discharge. From the union came five children, a Daughter Vanita E. Moore (Mark) Van Stedman Barnett, II, … [Read more...] about Van Stedman Barnett, Sr.
Antonio “Tony” F. Garibay
Capt USMC (Retired) Antonio "Tony" F. Garibay, 85, passed away at his home, surrounded by family and friends on July 2, 2016 and has gone to be with the Lord. He was born in Tynan, Texas in 1930 and graduated from Lanier High School in San Antonio Texas before joining the military service. Tony served 21 1/2 years in the Marine Corps before retiring in Yuma, AZ. He was a lifetime member of VFW Post 9186 in San Antonio, where he made countless friends and left a great impression in their lives. He is survived by his wife, Sylvia Garibay of Orange, TX, a brother, Rosendo Garibay and … [Read more...] about Antonio “Tony” F. Garibay
WOCCISD Men of Excellence meeting
West Orange - Cove CISD will hold an information and organization meeting regarding the new Men of Excellence community partnership program on Tuesday, July 12 at 6 p.m. The program recruits male volunteers to serve on District campuses. All interested individuals are invited to attend. The meeting will be held in the Educational Service Center Community Outreach Room, 902 W. Park Avenue, Orange. … [Read more...] about WOCCISD Men of Excellence meeting
Lane Promotes Special Olympics
Special Olympics Texas Area Director Alicia Permenter and SOTX Athlete Kameron Lane visited with Lauren Jones from Representative Brian Babin’s office to leave some information about Special Olympics Texas events and programs offered in our area. Kameron will be a senior at Bridge City High School. Kameron participates with Special Olympics Texas in Basketball, Aquatics, Bowling, Bocce, Track and Field, Meet in the Middle at his school and in the Unified Sports program. He has received numerous medals (Gold, Silver and Bronze) and has competed at the State Level. He is the son of … [Read more...] about Lane Promotes Special Olympics
Youth Golf Tourn. July 12-13
The YMBL hosts a 2-day junior golf tournament each year and this year it is Tuesday and Wednesday, July 12th and 13th. - It is sanctioned and run by the STPGA but this year, for the first time in many years it is an "OPEN" tournament. - STPGA Junior Golf Members and Non-Members can play. - OPEN Event 7/12 & 7/13 (unique STPGA opportunity for non-members) - Bayou Din Golf Course - Beaumont, Texas - Food, FUN, player gifts and trophies - hosted by YMBL - 36-Hole Event for High School / Teen Players - $60 entry - 9 hole events for Pre-Teens - play one or both days - $25 entry each … [Read more...] about Youth Golf Tourn. July 12-13
Burke On Winning Team
Jack Burke (LCM) and his Team Texas teammates won their second straight Texas/Mexico Cup this past week. Texas won the Ryder Cup format event held at Barton Creek Golf Course in Austin. The three day tournament featured the top junior golfers from Texas and Mexico. … [Read more...] about Burke On Winning Team
Donald Howard Blanchette
Donald Howard Blanchette, age 83, of Orange, Texas passed away on Thursday, June 30, 2016 at Harbor Hospital of Southeast Texas in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be held at Dorman Funeral Home on Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at 10:00 AM, with a committal service immediately following at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park. Visitation for family and friends will be on Monday, July 4, 2016 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Dorman Funeral Home. Don was born on Saturday, March 25, 1933 in Grand Chenier, Louisiana to the late Lena (Broussard) and Otar Blanchette. He was a lifelong resident of Orange, Texas, … [Read more...] about Donald Howard Blanchette
Varnell Phillips
Varnell Phillips, age 68, of Orange, Texas passed away on Friday, July 1, 2016 at Memorial Hermann Baptist Beaumont Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Under the direction of Dorman Funeral Home, private graveside services will be held at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park in Orange, Texas. Varnell was born on March 1, 1948 to the late Sally Marie (Burnett) and Clarence Derm Halliburton in Angelina County, Texas. She was a resident of Orange, Texas for most of her life, where she raised her three children. Varnell was a Christian woman who loved her Lord Jesus Christ. She loved her children and her … [Read more...] about Varnell Phillips
OC Marriage Licenses For June 27-July 1
Marriage License: Issued By The Office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk For the Week of June 27, 2016 thru July 1, 2016 Austin L. White and Brook R. Chisum Kenneth L. Welch and Brenda L. Meacham Billy D. McKenzie and Tiffany N. Kirkwood Phillip W. Watters and Tarah D. Brown Lori L. Anthony and Victoria N. Smith John W. Jones and Kimberly A. Thompson Larry J. Pelaez and Kaitlin D. Thierheimer Marcus A. Simien and Mari L. Craig Damien S. Verde and Ami L. Parker Carlton G. Lopez and Kimberly R. Mitchell Hayden G. Haynes and Jordan T. Royal Craig L. Geral and Arlisha T. … [Read more...] about OC Marriage Licenses For June 27-July 1
Commissioners Hold Workshop
District Attorney John Kimbrough said county commissioners were "unfair and not rational" when they decided to cut the salary of the only investigator in his office. Kimbrough and District Clerk Vicky Edgerly complained about cutting pay for their employees without notice. Commissioners Court held the first workshop for the 2016-17 budget. Last week, commissioners changed classified grades for the district attorney's investigator and the top spots in the district clerk's office. The reclassifications will exempt the employees from overtime pay and cost some individuals about $10,000 a … [Read more...] about Commissioners Hold Workshop
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