Robert Curtis Wilder Jr., 66, of Vidor, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026. He was born on December 24, 1959, in Beaumont, TX to Robert Curtis Wilder Sr. and Wanda Havens Wilder.
Left to cherish his memory are his sisters, Barbara Johnson, Linda Mayea, and Wanda Gail Tompkins; nieces, Lynnette Carter and husband, Troy, Jamie Day, and Regina Haney; nephew, Jimmy Johnson and wife, Paula; and a host of extended family and friends.
Preceding Bobby in death are his parents, Robert Curtis ...
Robert Curtis Wilder Jr., 66, of Vidor, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026. He was born on December 24, 1959, in Beaumont, TX to Robert Curtis Wilder Sr. and Wanda Havens Wilder.
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James “Sonny” Vernon Waldrep, 83, of Vidor, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2026. He was born on May 11, 1943, in Orangefield, TX, to James Vernon Waldrep, Sr. and Ruby Walles Waldrep.
Sonny lived a long, faithful life devoted to his family, his church, and the work he loved. He was married to his wife, Charlotte, for 64 years, and their life together was filled with love and commitment. Sonny was a lifelong logger by trade and was known for his hard work and dedication. He ...
James “Sonny” Vernon Waldrep, 83, of Vidor, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2026. He was born on May 11, 1943, in Orangefield, TX, to James Vernon Waldrep, Sr. and Ruby Walles ...
James Raeth Ellis, 65, of Lumberton, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026. He was born on October 7, 1960, in Houston, TX, to Robert Lee Ellis and Betty Jo Gaines.
Left to honor his memory is his father, Robert Lee Ellis of Lumberton, TX; brother, Jerry Lee Ellis and wife, Connie of Deer Park, TX; and a host of friends and loved ones.
Preceding James in death are his mother, Betty Jo Ellis; and sister, Linda G. Fisher and husband, Rusty of Lumberton, TX.
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James Raeth Ellis, 65, of Lumberton, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026. He was born on October 7, 1960, in Houston, TX, to Robert Lee Ellis and Betty Jo Gaines.
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Daniel Lee Lawrence, 88, of Lumberton, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026. He was born on May 24, 1938, in Clayton, NM, to Fred and Verda Leighton Lawrence.
Mr. Lawrence proudly served his country for four years in the United States Marine Corps and was honorably discharged with the rank of corporal. While enlisted, he met and married the love of his life, Gail.
Left to cherish his memory is his beloved wife of 67 years, Beverly Gail Lawrence; daughters, Kathy Dennis ...
Daniel Lee Lawrence, 88, of Lumberton, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026. He was born on May 24, 1938, in Clayton, NM, to Fred and Verda Leighton Lawrence.
Mr. Lawrence proudly served his ...
Daniel Stewart Chamblee, 74, of Beaumont, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026. He was born on October 11, 1951, in Beaumont, Tx to I.C. Chamblee and Lois Tumlinson.
Dan was an old biker at heart who spent much of his life traveling the country, finding freedom and peace on the open road. Along the way, he collected stories, adventures, and friendships. Known for his sharp wit and sarcastic sense of humor, Dan always had a joke, a nickname, or a bit of teasing for everyone he met. ...
Daniel Stewart Chamblee, 74, of Beaumont, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026. He was born on October 11, 1951, in Beaumont, Tx to I.C. Chamblee and Lois Tumlinson.
Dan was an old biker at ...
David Scott Dillon, 77, of Lumberton, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 26th, 2026. He fought hard until the very end. David was born February 22nd, 1949, in Beaumont, Texas, to Eugene Douglas Dillon and Mary Shirley Scott.
David was one of a kind—strong-willed, stubborn, funny, and never one to go quietly. He lived a life full of stories and adventures, some told often and probably a few he took with him.
He loved hunting and fishing and had many adventures ...
David Scott Dillon, 77, of Lumberton, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 26th, 2026. He fought hard until the very end. David was born February 22nd, 1949, in Beaumont, Texas, to ...
Ruby Marie Richard, 79, passed away on September 25, 2026. She was born on May 26, 1947, at St. Theresa Hospital in Beaumont, Texas, to Clarence Joseph Richard and Verda Naquin Richard.
Ruby spent many years working in the food industry and later worked as a courier for Syncor before retiring. In retirement, she enjoyed arts and crafts and calling bingo at the nursing home, where she formed many friendships. She also enjoyed attending Bible study and spending time with the friends who ...
Ruby Marie Richard, 79, passed away on September 25, 2026. She was born on May 26, 1947, at St. Theresa Hospital in Beaumont, Texas, to Clarence Joseph Richard and Verda Naquin Richard.
Ruby ...
Allen Paul Trahan Jr., 71, of Lumberton, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2026. He was born on April 15, 1955, in Orange, TX, to Allen Paul Trahan Sr. and Mildred May Desormeaux.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Charlene Park Trahan; son, Chad Allen Trahan and wife, Sandra; daughter, Crystal Kay Hebert and husband, Taran; sisters, Linda Marie Belk and husband, Clint and Vanessa Ann Bryant and husband, Paul; grandchildren, Byron Trahan, Bryce Carey, Colby Trahan, Caleb Hebert and ...
Allen Paul Trahan Jr., 71, of Lumberton, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2026. He was born on April 15, 1955, in Orange, TX, to Allen Paul Trahan Sr. and Mildred May Desormeaux.
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Deborah Kate DeBretagne Pipps, a longtime resident of Silsbee, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026, at the age of 75.
Deborah was born on August 12, 1951, to James DeBretagne and Laverne DeBretagne. She spent many years of her life in Silsbee, where she built a life surrounded by family, friends, and those who loved her. Deborah was raised in a loving family with several siblings. Her father, James DeBretagne, proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during World War ...
Deborah Kate DeBretagne Pipps, a longtime resident of Silsbee, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026, at the age of 75.
Deborah was born on August 12, 1951, to James DeBretagne and ...
Margaret (Marge) Mary Sciandra, 77, of Lumberton, Texas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Born on September 13, 1949, in Buffalo, New York, to Gregorio Guzzo and Mildred Maude Patrizzi Brown, Marge carried her northern roots with her throughout her life. Though Texas became home, she never lost her love for Buffalo, often reminiscing about snowy winters and proudly cheering on her beloved Buffalo Bills. On game days, family members could always count on hearing her ...
Margaret (Marge) Mary Sciandra, 77, of Lumberton, Texas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Born on September 13, 1949, in Buffalo, New York, to Gregorio Guzzo and Mildred ...
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