Barbara Jean Weeks, 84, of Deweyville passed away on Friday, September 20, 2013 at Beauregard Memorial Hospital in DeRidder, LA. Barbara was a native and life long resident of Deweyville; born on September 30, 1928 to parents Katie Emmer and Martin Emanuel Smith. She lived last few months in Merryville with her daughter. Barbara had worked at a nurse’s aid at Evening Roses in Port Arthur. She was a member of Pinehurst United Pentecostal Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Martin Smith; sister, Etta Lackey, Emeron Smith, Mary Corry, Faye Stovall, Vira Lyons; borthers, … [Read more...] about Barbara Jean Weeks

Earl Hart "Bubba" Savoie, Jr., 54, of Orange, formerly of Jennings, passed away Monday, September 16, 2013 at his residence. Bubba was born on September 17, 1958 in Jennings, Louisiana to his parents, the late, Earl Hart Savoie, Sr. and the late, Dolories Donita (Dupont) Savoie. Bubba lived in Orange for the last 17 years, he was of the Baptist faith, he loved spending time with his nieces and nephews and he enjoyed shopping and having lunch with his friends. Bubba is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Cindy Savoie. Those who will most cherish his memory are his sisters, Minette … [Read more...] about Earl Hart “Bubba” Savoie, Jr.

Katie Vee LaBry, 64, lifelong resident of Orange passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family. A gathering of family and friends will be Wednesday, September 18, 2013 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Cremation will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home. Born in Orange on October 14, 1948, she was the daughter of Curtis and Neva Duhon. Before retirement, Mrs. LaBry was the manager of cosmetics at Walgreens and was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed camping, fishing and loved to dance with the love of her life, her husband, Glen J. … [Read more...] about Katie Vee LaBry

Antonio Dave “Butch” Bourgeois III, 49, of Lafayette, LA, passed away September 14, 2013 at Lafayette General Hospital surrounded by his family and friends. He was born to the late Antonio Dave Bourgeois Jr. and Bonnie Jewel Broussard on August 5, 1964 in Marshall, TX and moved to Lafayette, LA in 1982 to play football for USL. He is survived by his wife, Andrea Walker and their four children; Maya Bourgeois, Antonia Bourgeois, Antonio Bourgeois IV, and Ollie Bourgeois. Brothers; Darly Keith Bourgeois (McKay), Damian Lamor Bourgeois (Ternia), Patrick K. Jones Sr (Autumn) all of Orange, TX. One … [Read more...] about Antonio Dave “Butch” Bourgeois III

James Edward "Ed" Riley, 77, of Orange, passed away Monday, September 16, 2013 at Senior Rehabilitation in Port Arthur following an illness. Born on April 20, 1936 in Cheraw, South Carolina to his parents, the late, Oretta (Honeycutt) Riley and the late, Clifton Riley. Ed lived in Orange since 1974, he worked as a carpenter in the construction industry and he spent twenty years serving his country as a member of the United States Navy. Ed enjoyed going hunting, going fishing and spending time with his family. Ed is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mildred Riley and his daughters, … [Read more...] about James Edward “Ed” Riley

William “Bill” Hartmann, 84, of Orange, passed away Friday, September 13, 2013, at Baptist Orange Hospital. A graveside service will be 10:30am, Monday, September 23, 2013 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas with interment to follow. Born in Fredricksburg, Texas, on April 28, 1929, William was the son of Bruno Hartmann and Emilie Meurer Hartmann. He served in the U.S. Army and later worked as an operator for Lone Star Brewery. William loved traveling and spending time with his grandkids. He also enjoyed watching basketball; especially when his team, the San Antonio … [Read more...] about William “Bill” Hartmann

Goldie M. Johnson, age 89, passed away Saturday surrounded by her family. She was born October 12th, 1923 to Mamie and Charlie Trammel of Mittie, LA. She was raised in Mittie and graduated from Fairview High School in Grant, LA. She married A.C. Johnson on March 1st, 1942. They had three children. Goldie is preceded in death by her husband A.C. Johnson, her parents Mamie and Charlie Trammel, sister Jewel Johnson, great grandson Jaxon Israel and a very dear niece Vivian Laurence of Denham Springs, LA. She is survived by her daughter Darleen Hodges and husband Kenneth of Orange, TX; Dewana … [Read more...] about Goldie M. Johnson

George F. Zirlott, Sr., 81, of Orange, died Friday, September 13, 2013 at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont. Funeral services will be 11am, Monday, September 16, 2013, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Reggie Brandonburg of Family Outreach Church of God in Buna. Burial will follow at The Cemetery in Mauriceville. Visitation will be from 10am to 11am, Monday at the funeral home. Born in Fowl River, Alabama, on February 12, 1932, George was the son of Ellie Frederick Zirlott and Ruby Inez (Harris) Zirlott. He served in the Merchant Marines and later supervised for … [Read more...] about George F. Zirlott, Sr.