Obituaries

TERRY GLYNN DRYDEN

Terry Glynn Dryden, a cherished member of the Evadale community known for his musical talents and unwavering faith, passed away on Monday, April 8th, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, TX. He was 64 years old.

ELLIS “E.C.” BLACK JR.

Ellis “E.C.” Black Jr., age 95, passed away on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont, Texas. He was a native of Nacogdoches, TX, and a beloved longtime resident of Vidor. E.C. Black had a diverse and fulfilling life, marked by his dedication to various endeavors.

KATHLEEN CLEVELAND

Kathleen Cleveland, 77, a cherished resident of Vidor, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 15th, 2024, at her home. She was a beloved member of the Vidor community, having spent many years as a resident.

SCOTT LEE HOLLADAY

Scott Lee Holladay, aged 56, of Vidor, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 8th, 2024, in Dayton, TX. Born in Houston, Texas, he had been a cherished member of the Dayton community.

EVA MCCORMICK SMITH

Eva McCormick Smith, 81, a beloved resident of Vidor, passed away on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. Eva was a cherished member of the community, known for her unwavering dedication to her family and her faith.

LARRY EDWARD BLAND

Larry Edward Bland, 57, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Born and raised in Beaumont, Larry was a cherished member of the Vidor community throughout his life.

JAMES LAWRANCE FONTENOT

James Lawrance Fontenot, aged 85, of Vidor, Texas, peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont, Texas. Born in Crowley, Louisiana, James later became a cherished member of the Vidor community, where he resided for many years.

PATRICK GODEAUX

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patrick Godeaux, aged 54, of Vidor, Texas. Patrick departed this life on Friday, April 5, 224, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont, surrounded by his loved ones.

MARK ALLEN STARK

Mark Allen Stark, 54, a beloved member of the Vidor community, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas in Beaumont. Mark was a longtime resident of Vidor, where he made lasting impressions with his warm heart and friendly demeanor.

LINDA SUSAN BURGE

Linda Susan Burge, formerly of Vidor but later of Sandpoint, ID, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024. She was a devoted member of the Church of the Nazarene.