Obituaries
Arthur Lee Landry
Jun 12, 2024
Arthur "Art" Lee Landry, 76, of Vidor, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. A native of Lake Charles, LA, Art had been a beloved resident of Vidor for many years. He was a devoted member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Vidor. Art dedicated 40 years of his career to the Union Pacific Railroad,...
Susan Marie Brown
Jun 11, 2024
Susan Marie Astor Brown, 53, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Susan was a cherished member of the Vidor community for many years. A devoted member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Vidor, Susan's faith was a cornerstone of her life. She found fulfillment...
Thomas Talbert Laird
Jun 8, 2024
Thomas Talbert Laird, 82, of Silsbee, TX, passed away on Saturday, June 8th, 2024, at Silsbee Oaks Nursing Home. A native of Hardin County, TX, Thomas was a longtime resident of Silsbee. Thomas was a skilled self-employed carpenter, dedicating his life to his craft and leaving behind a legacy of quality workmanship. In his younger years, he had a passion...
Margaret Ann Howells
Jun 1, 2024
Margaret Ann Howells, 81, of Vidor, passed away on Saturday, June 1st, 2024, at Oakwood Manor in Vidor.A longtime resident of Lebanon, Margaret's life journey took her to various places before she eventually settled in Southeast Texas. She was known for her strong faith and her unwavering dedication to helping others, always putting their needs before her own.Margaret held a...
Billy Wayne Stanley
May 30, 2024
Billy Wayne Stanley, 77, of Vidor, passed away on Thursday, May 30th, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont. A longtime resident of Vidor, Billy was known for his love of fishing, reading, listening to music, and his interest in computers. He was a quiet person who cherished his time spent in these hobbies.
Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Memorial Funeral...
Kenneth Ray Cloide
May 28, 2024
Kenneth Ray Cloide, 79, of Vidor, passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Oakwood Manor Nursing Home in Vidor. A longtime resident of Vidor, Kenneth was well-known for his long career in auto sales and his dedication to his family. Kenneth cherished spending time with his family, creating countless memories that will be treasured by all who knew him....
James Barry Stewart
May 27, 2024
James Barry Stewart, 62, of Vidor, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024, at his home. He was born in Magnolia, Arkansas but has been a longtime resident of Vidor. Barry loved being outdoors especially fishing on the water, and loved his dog Harley who was his best friend. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home of Vidor. He...
Samantha Lee Townsend
May 26, 2024
Samantha "Sammy" Lee Townsend, 30, of Vidor, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024, in Vidor. A lifetime resident of Vidor, Sam was a vibrant and dynamic member of the community, known for her many talents and passions. A proud member of Pine Forest Baptist Church, Sam's faith was a cornerstone of her life. She pursued a career in sports...
Oleta Phenice Dorsey
May 25, 2024
Oleta Lea Jones Dorsey, 75, of Vidor, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas in Beaumont. A native and lifelong resident of Vidor, Oleta was known for her warm and generous spirit, always cherishing the time spent with her friends and family. Oleta found great joy in cooking, and her delicious meals and warm...
Sheila Faye Ingham
May 24, 2024
Sheila Faye Ingham, 69, of Silsbee, Texas, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, in Lumberton, Texas. Sheila was a beloved member of the Silsbee community and a longtime resident of Vidor, Texas. Sheila dedicated 25 years of her professional life to being an esthetician, where she brought beauty and confidence to many. Her true joy, however, was spending time...
Jody Alan Erickson
May 24, 2024
Jody Alan Erickson, 54, of Vidor, Texas, passed away peacefully, on May 24, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital, in Houston. Born on November 2, 1969, in Port Arthur, Texas, to Elizabeth Ann Adams, and John Albert Erickson, Jody's warm and selfless personality touched the lives of many friends, co-workers and everyone fortunate enough, to have known him. Jody was a...
Charlie Joe Parrish
May 24, 2024
Charlie Parrish, a native of San Augustine County, Texas, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and dedication. Born and raised in Brookeland, Charlie graduated from Jasper High School in May of 1954. Shortly after, in June 1954, he proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force. He completed his basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in...
Wayne DeWaugh Brown
May 21, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Wayne DeWaugh Brown, 97, of Vidor, TX, who passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Born on December 28, 1926, Wayne was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. A native of Falkville, AL, Wayne dedicated his life to his family, community, and country. He served honorably in WWII...
Audrey Hebert Karr
May 20, 2024
Audrey Janel Hebert Karr, a cherished sister, Mom, Memaw and friend whose love for life and The Lord was as vast as her kindness, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2024, in Minooka, IL. She was born on May 26, 1936, in Beaumont, TX and throughout her 87 years, she cultivated a legacy of love and generosity that will be...
Laura Fredieu
May 19, 2024
Mary Laura Fredieu, 66, of Fannett, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at her home. Born on October 7, 1957, to Tommy Poole and Mary Moy Poole, Laura was a beloved member of the Fannett community.
A graduate of Vidor High School, Class of 1976, Laura built a successful career in bookkeeping and retired from West Jefferson County Municipal...
Peggy Joy Smith
May 18, 2024
Peggy Joy Smith (88) of Vidor, TX, passed away on May 18, 2024. Peggy was born to Etienne (Bud) and Audrey Stagg, on August 23, 1935, in Beaumont, TX. She graduated from Vidor High School in 1953. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents Etienne and Audrey, sister Juanita and brother Charles. She is survived by her husband of seventy years...
Billy "Bill" James Nolan
May 13, 2024
Billy "Bill" James Nolan, 64, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Monday, May 13th, 2024, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas in Beaumont. Born in Monroe, Louisiana, he spent much of his life in Houston before returning to Vidor. Bill dedicated several years of his life as a Legal Assistant, contributing his skills and knowledge to his profession. He found...
Mabel Marie Peveto
May 12, 2024
Mabel Marie Peveto, aged 95, a cherished resident of Vidor, peacefully departed this life on Sunday, May 12th, 2024, at Serenity Place in Beaumont. Mabel was a beloved member of the Vidor Methodist Church, where she found solace and community. Her life was dedicated to the joys of homemaking, where her warmth and care filled her family's lives with love....
Brian Paul Varney
May 11, 2024
Brian Paul Varney, 45, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Herman Memorial Hospital in Houston. A native of Austin, TX, Brian had lived in Vidor for the past three years, following a long residence in Orange, TX.Brian worked as a railcar inspector for Eagle Railcar Services in Orange, where he was known for his dedication...
Dale Edward McVey
May 11, 2024
Dale Edward McVey, a beloved member of the Vidor community, passed away on Saturday, May 11th, 2024, at the age of 77. He peacefully departed from his residence, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born in Berryville, AR, Dale made Vidor his home since 2011. He was a proud graduate of Nederland High School, where he laid...
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