Obituaries

GENE EDWARD AINSWORTH

Gene Edward Ainsworth, aged 84, a beloved resident of Vidor, Texas, passed away on Thursday, January 4th, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont.

JUDY M. LEMP

Judy M. Lemp, born on September 6, 1946, peacefully passed away on January 6, 2024, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont, Texas. Judy’s love for fishing and bowling was a testament to her adventurous spirit.
SHERRY BEATRICE JOHNSON MARQUEZ

SHERRY BEATRICE JOHNSON MARQUEZ

SHERRY BEATRICE JOHNSON MARQUEZ

Sherry Beatrice Johnson Marquez age 65 born on January 26th, 1958 went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday , January 5, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by both parents Joyce and Robert Johnson jr. and one brother Robert “ Rusty” Johnson.

CHARLES ELTON HARVEY SR.

Charles Elton Harvey Sr., 86, of Vidor, passed away on Sunday, January 7th, 2024. Charles was a longtime resident of Vidor. Charles was employed in maintenance at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital, where he retired from the laundry department. He also worked as a crane operator for Laclede Steel.

JOHN WILLIAM RENFROE SR.

John William Renfroe Sr. 81, of Vidor died Thursday, January 4th, 2024 at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas in Beaumont, Texas. John was a native of Kentucky but had been a longtime resident of Vidor for some time. He enjoyed the craft of woodworking in his free time.

BELINDA LOUISE MANUEL

Belinda Louise Manuel, 71, of Orangefield, passed away peacefully at her home, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Belinda was a beloved member of the community and a longtime resident of Orangefield. Belinda had a passion for the simple joys of life.

LINDA JOYCE BLANCHARD

Linda Joyce Blanchard, affectionately known as “Nana,” passed away on Sunday, December 31st, 2023, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. She was 68 years old.
CHRISTINA LYNN HAYES BURKETT

CHRISTINA LYNN HAYES BURKETT

CHRISTINA LYNN HAYES BURKETT

Hayes, sister Renee Hayes Wilkins and her husband. David Wilkins. grandson Gio Burkett and granddaughter Blake Keesee, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and so many loving family members and friends.

NATHAN “NATE” ALEXANDER REID

Nathan “Nate” Alexander Reid, a cherished resident of Vidor, passed away on December 22, 2023, at the age of 32. Born in Bremerton, WA, Nate embraced Vidor as his lifelong home, leaving an indelible mark on the community he held dear.

TOMMI FRANCES WYLIE

Tommi Frances Wylie, 68, of Vidor, passed away on Monday, December 25th, 2023, at Vidor Health and Rehab. Born in Beaumont, Tommi was a steadfast resident of Vidor throughout her life, leaving an indelible mark on the community she called home.