Obituaries

CAROLYN “GRANDMOMMY” DALE KIRBOW

Carolyn “Grandmommy” Dale Kirbow, 82, of Vidor, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 24th, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont. Carolyn had a passion for animals, especially horses, and her deep love for all creatures great and small reflected her generous spirit.

NAZY LACOMBE

Nazy Lacombe, 96, of Vidor, passed away on Tuesday, October 29th, 2024, at Vidor Health and Rehab. Born in Hessmer, Louisiana, Nazy moved to Vidor, Texas, where she became a beloved part of the community and a devoted member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.

FREDERICK “FRED” HALL

Frederick “Fred” Hall, 85, of Vidor, Texas, passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, October 27, 2024. Born in Allock, Kentucky, Fred made his home in Vidor for many years, where he was cherished by his family, friends, and community.

GLENN EARL COATS SR.

Glenn Earl Coats Sr., 81, of Eufaula, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, October 21st, 2024. A longtime resident of Eufaula, Glenn was a self-employed salesman who enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, especially his love for fishing.

SANDY LYNN YORK

Sandy Lynn York, 60, of Vidor, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, October 17th, 2024. A longtime resident of Vidor, Sandy was a member of Turning Point Church and had a gift for making people laugh and feel at ease.

PHILLIP EVERETTE MAYNARD

Phillip Everette Maynard, 63, of Orange, passed away at his home on Friday, October 18th, 2024. A longtime resident of Vidor, Phillip proudly served his country with the U.S. Marines.

JOHNNIE RAY FULLER SR.

Johnnie Ray Fuller Sr., 69, of Vidor, passed away at his residence on Monday, October 21st, 2024. A native and lifelong resident of Vidor, Johnnie worked as a mechanic for most of his life, known for his skill and dedication to his craft.

WILLIAM JOHN CARLISLE JR.

William John Carlisle Jr., 96, of Vidor, passed away on Thursday, October 17th, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. Born in Scotland, William moved to the United States at the age of four and became a longtime resident of Vidor. He proudly served his country with the U.S.

JAMES JOSEPH VALDEZ

James Joseph Valdez, a beloved automotive mechanic and cherished family member, passed away on October 7, 2024, in Orange, Texas, at the age of 44. Born on September 3, 1980, in Beaumont, Texas, James brought joy and laughter to the lives of all who knew him.

ELBERT “WAYNE” BILBO

Elbert “Wayne” Bilbo, born on December 15, 1945, in Beaumont, Texas, passed away on October 10, 2024, in Schertz, Texas. A graduate of Vidor High School, class of 1964, Wayne led a life marked by dedication, service, and an enduring passion for antiques.