Obituaries

Ethel Trahan Shirley

Ethel Trahan Shirley, 85, of Vidor, passed away on Monday, June 19th, 2023 at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont. She was a longtime resident of Vidor and a dedicated member of Pine Forest Baptist Church.

Jerry Paul O' Neal

Jerry Paul O' Neal, born April 21, 1964 in Whittier California, moved to Vidor, Texas in 2000. He was a long time machinist, loved four wheeling riding and always cooling off in his pool with a cold one, after work with his wife, Sheila O'Neal, of 32 years.
Pud Draper

Pud Draper

Pud Draper

Pud Draper, 81, of Jasper, Texas passed away June 7, 2023. He was born in Beaumont, Texas on August 7, 1941 to Chester, Sr. and Mary Draper.

DONALD 'DON' BEATHARD

Donald 'Don' Beathard, 86, of Vidor died Saturday, June 10th, 2023, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. He was a longtime resident of Vidor and was a retired member of the Unite States Air Force. He served during Vietnam as a Pilot. Don loved woodworking and was an avid reader.

MARTHA JANE AUSTIN

Martha Jane Austin, 84 died Saturday, June 10, 2023 at her residence. A native of Arlington, TX, she was a longtime resident of Vidor. Jane was a member of Maplecrest Baptist Church and was a homemaker. She enjoyed painting, was a great seamstress and loved spending time with her family.

KATHRYN 'KATHY' RENEE WELCH

Kathryn 'Kathy' Renee Welch, a beloved resident of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at the age of 59. Kathy was a dedicated cook and waitress, She found solace in the outdoors, spending her leisure time gardening, observing birds, and tending to her beautiful flowers.

LEONARD 'BUDDY' HUFFMAN,

Leonard 'Buddy' Huffman, of Vidor, passed away on Sunday, June 11th, 2023 at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas in Beaumont. He was 73 years old. Buddy was a retired construction worker and preacher. Buddy was a beloved member of the Rose City Baptist Church.

KAREN DIANA HARE

Karen Diana Hare On April 30, 2023 we lost our wife, mother, daughter, granddaughter, greatniece, cousin, and friend, Karen Diana Hare, who was born October 30, 1985 in Colorado Springs, CO and died in Spokane, WA.
Lauren

Lauren

Lauren Brooke Robinson

Lauren Brooke Robinson, a lifelong resident of Vidor, passed away on Wednesday, May 31st, 2023, at Jennie Sealy Hospital in Galveston, TX. Born on February 19, 1994, Lauren was a beloved individual who brought joy and warmth to the lives of those around her.

KATHY ESTEP

Kathy Estep, 48, of Vidor, passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. She loved sitting outside and listening to music and spending time with her loved ones. She was known for her vibrant spirit and her love for her family, friends, and her job at the Moxie Shop.