Danny Edward Winfree, 66, passed away on July 16, 2025, in Orange, Texas—the town where he was born and spent his life.   Born on October 9, 1958, Danny attended Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School and worked as a longshoreman with ILA Local 21.   He loved playing guitar and singing, and he spent time drawing and painting when the mood struck. He also had a talent for fixing things and could figure out how to get just about anything working again.   He was a Christian who loved Jesus and read his Bible daily. His faith was a steady part of his life and shaped the way he saw the world. … [Read more...] about Danny Edward Winfree

Maggie Laverne Yates, 96, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation in Hemphill. Born on October 12, 1928, to Thomas J. and Elmira Coplin. Maggie was a longtime resident of Vidor and a devout Christian whose life was centered around faith, family, and simple joys. She found happiness in gardening, cooking, fishing—especially catching and eating perch—and most of all, spending cherished moments with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Family dinners held a special place in her heart, as did the time she spent with her … [Read more...] about Maggie Laverne Yates

Leigh Anna Peveto, beloved mother, grandmother, wife, daughter, sister, friend and faithful servant of Christ, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 23, 2025, surrounded by her sweet family. Leigh was born on May 29, 1963, in Orange, Texas. Leigh lived a life marked by grace, kindness, and an unwavering faith in God’s promises. She was a devoted daughter, compassionate sister, loving wife, caring mother, extraordinary grandmother, and treasured friend. Her gentle spirit, radiant smile, and generous heart touched the lives of everyone she met, reflecting the love of Christ … [Read more...] about Leigh Anna Peveto

Betty Lou Robison, 86 of Evadale passed away Friday, July 25, 2025. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, July 27, 2025 at Antioch Cemetery in Buna. Born October 18, 1938 to James Haltom and Rosetta (Harrison) in Edgard, Louisiana, she was retired from the Eastex Paper Mill. She is survived by her daughters, Debra Darden of Buna, Vicki Castino and Jimmy of Brookeland, Rachel McCarty and Geary of Mesquite; brother, Jimmy Haltom; sisters, Ginger Pyle, Rose Spindler; grandchildren, Rusty Daigle and Randi, Justin Darden and Cara, A.P. Castino and Brooke, Ashley Pondrom and … [Read more...] about Betty Lou Robison