All Obituaries

Pamela Sue Raughton-Hendon, better known as Pam, of Orange Texas, passed away on March 26, 2024, at the age of 57. She was born on January 7, 1967, in Port Arthur, Texas. Pam was an empathetic and caring individual, known for her self-sacrifice, despite struggling with depression and physical limitations. She had a stubborn yet silly and nerdy personality, and had a deep love of music. Pam proudly served her country as member of the United States Army. Apart from her military service, Pam...

Johnny Raymond Sims Jr., 78 years old, of Deweyville, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, April 02, 2024, at his home, surrounded by all of his loved ones. The funeral service honoring Johnny will be held at 1:00 PM, on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Dorman Funeral Home.  Visitation of family and friends will be held, at Dorman Funeral Home, Monday, April 8, 2024, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM.  Interment will immediately follow the funeral service, at Wilkinson Cemetery 4315 Wilkinson Rd...

Connie L. Young, 68, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas. Arrangements, under the direction of Dorman Funeral Home, are currently pending.

Linda “Maudine” Kelley, 72, a longtime resident of Orange, Texas, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024. Maudine as she was known by all was born on May 9, 1951 in Houston Texas. She was a teacher for many years at various schools in the Golden Triangle area before her retirement. In her younger years, she enjoyed being on the water boating and fishing whenever possible. She was also known for her passion for tending plants and flowers in her yard as well as helping her friends...

Lucie Lorraine Rucker (née Turner), 69, of Beaumont, TX, passed away on April 6, 2024. She was born on May 20, 1954, in Corpus Christi, TX. Lucie was a woman of few words, known for her sweet demeanor, and was loved by many. She had a successful career working in the deli and bakery at various Market Baskets in the area, retiring in 2022. She is survived by her brothers Steven Turner, Jay Cotten, and Jerry Cotten. Lucie is also survived by her children: Anthony L. Gray Jr. (spouse...

James Scott Wyatt, age 60, of Orange, Texas, passed away Monday, March 11, 2024, in Vidor, Texas.  Scott was such an athletic little boy, we called him Hoss. He was so strong and rambunctious. He played football and baseball in school. As an adult, Scott inherited his mom’s skill for cooking. He loved fishing, gardening, drawing and walking at Northway Park. He coached his kids in little league sports and loved watching them play in school sports. He was very proud of his...

John Dwaine Carpenter, 50, of Orange, died Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. He was born April 4, 1973, in Sulphur, Louisiana, to Cheryl Lynn McIntosh and Carol John Carpenter. John was an Iron Worker, and built metal buildings all around the area. He was the former owner of J&J Metal Buildings, in Mauriceville. John loved dogs, and was never without a dog in his life. He will be remembered for his love of fishing, and as a giving man, that...

Annie Elouise Perkins, age 100, of Orange, Texas, passed away Saturday, March 23, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas.  The funeral service honoring Annie will be held at Dorman Funeral Home at 12:00 PM, Thursday, March 28, 2024.  Visitation for family and friends will be held one hour prior from 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM at Dorman Funeral Home.  Interment following the services will be held at Bland Cemetery.   Annie was born in the Thicket, on July 31, 1923 to parents Laura...

The world has lost a bright light in Shelley Ruth O’Hara Plunkett, age 67, a woman whose many talents, passions, and virtues brought joy and inspiration to all who knew her. Born in Sacramento, California, on August 18th, 1956. She was the beloved daughter of Maxine Laverne and John Lawrence O’Hara. Shelley’s life was marked by a deep devotion to her faith, family, and boundless pursuits. As a Deacon and active member of the Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church in Beaumont,...

An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels. Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: “Many women have done excellently, but you surpass them all.” This was our mom. A devoted member of the Church of Christ Evelyn Kirby Born March 21, 1933 Died March 21, 2024 She was born in New Iberia Louisiana to Raoul and Annie Louvier Romero. She was the last remaining sibling of twelve children. She met our dad, Harold...