Obituaries

BILLY “BILL” JAMES NOLAN

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.

MARY LAURA FREDIEU

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.

PEGGY JOY SMITH

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.

WAYNE DEWAUGH BROWN

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. A native of Falkville, AL, Wayne dedicated his life to his family, community, and country.

LORI ANN ODOM

Lori Ann Odom, 63, passed away on Tuesday, May 7th, 2024, at her residence in Vidor. Born in Beaumont, TX, Lori was a devoted resident of Vidor throughout her life. She dedicated her career to the management of restaurants.

GRADY LOUIS SPARKS JR.

Grady Louis Sparks Jr., a cherished member of the Vidor community, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas in Beaumont at the age of 69. Despite years of illness, Grady showed unwavering faith and trust in a loving savior.

MABEL MARIE PEVETO

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.

TERRY DEAN HUMBERSON

Terry Dean Humberson, a skilled painter and lifelong resident of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Monday, May 6th, 2024, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas in Beaumont. He was 66 years old. Born and raised in Vidor, Terry dedicated his life to his craft as a self-employed painter.

OPAL KATHERINE HUCKABAY

Opal Katherine Huckabay, age 90, of Vidor, passed away on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024, at her residence. As a longtime homemaker, Opal poured her love and care into creating a nurturing environment for her loved ones.

CLAYTON WHAYNE MAXWELL

Mr. Clayton Whayne Maxwell, age 54, a resident of Montgomery, AL, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024, at Jackson Hospital. Mr. Maxwell was born on February 28, 1970, to Darrell Whayne Maxwell and Rebecca Brown Maxwell in Texas.