Richard Lee Kain, 71, of Orange, went to his Heavenly rest on July 1st, 2025, peacefully at home in the comfort of his loved one’s embraces. Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home of Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Samuel Garrett of Love and Truth Church in Vidor, Tx. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Born in Lemon Cove, California, on May 10, 1954, he was the only son of Freida (Oetiker) Kain Neely and Jack Clilton Kain. He graduated from … [Read more...] about Richard Lee Kain

Noel Tyson Griffith, age 93, of Orange, Texas, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 4, 2025, in a Beaumont nursing home. Mr. Griffith was born August 6, 1931, in Texarkana, Arkansas. He was a retired engineer with DuPont Chemical Company, and his career took him across the country to places such as North and South Carolina, New York, Ohio, and Texas. He also worked overseas in countries including the Netherlands, Germany, and parts of the Middle East. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, having served honorably during the Korean War. He was a charter member … [Read more...] about Noel Tyson Griffith

Kenneth Roy “Ken” Hamilton, 83, passed away on July 4, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. A memorial service will be held to honor Ken on Friday, July 11, 2025, at 4:00 p.m., at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with a visitation beginning at 3:00 p.m. He was born in Beaumont, Texas on November 9, 1941. He lived in Beaumont, graduating from South Park High School in 1960. He lived in Fredricksburg, having one of the first stores on Main Street. He drove eighteen wheelers before moving back to Beaumont where he began working with his family at Hamilton Lumber. He then met the love of his life, … [Read more...] about Kenneth Roy “Ken” Hamilton

Dorothy Jean Calvert, 80, of Orange, Texas, passed away on July 6, 2025, in Orange. A Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, July 10, 2025, at King Cemetery in Orange (Hartburg Community), with a visitation starting beforehand at 10:30 a.m. Officiating will be Brad Bickham. Born in West Palm Beach, Florida, on July 15, 1944, she was the daughter of William Henry Smith, Jr. and Virginia Estella Alton Smith. Dorothy dedicated much of her life to caring for others. As a registered nurse, she devoted herself to her profession until the age of 78, exemplifying her unwavering … [Read more...] about Dorothy Jean Calvert

Lucille LaBure, 91, a cherished member of her community and an esteemed bookkeeper, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, in Port Arthur, Texas. Born on September 20,1933, in Port Arthur, she dedicated her life to her family, career, and her vibrant community. Lucille graduated from Bishop Byrne Catholic High School in 1953. She had a long and rewarding career as a bookkeeper for Bobby’s License Services & Taxes, working alongside her sister-in-law, Alberta Droddy, where she was known for her meticulous attention to detail and dedication to her work. Her professional life was … [Read more...] about Lucille LaBure

Leslie Paul Robin, 54, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on July 5, 2025, at his home in Vidor. Born in Nederland, Texas, on August 26, 1970, he was the son of Allen Robin and Kay Robin.  Leslie leaves behind a legacy of laughter, kindness, and cherished memories. An accomplished guitarist, Leslie demonstrated his love for music in ways that brought joy to those around him. His passion for cooking was equally renowned, as he often delighted family and friends with his delicious meals. A lover of the outdoors, Leslie found peace and exhilaration through hunting, fishing, and riding 4 … [Read more...] about Leslie Paul Robin

Shirlee Nimitz Guice, 90, of Orange, Texas, passed away on July 2, 2025, in Hemphill, Texas. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Billy Lawson. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on November 10, 1934, she was the daughter of Orville Wilmont “Buck”, Sr. and Frankie Gott Nimitz. Shirlee was the proud owner of Shirlee's Floral and Gift Shop, a business … [Read more...] about Shirlee Nimitz Guice