Broussard’s Mortuary Kountze

Richard “Dick” Allison Mabry, 77, of Mauriceville died Friday, October 4, 2024. He was born on December 6, 1946, in Kountze, to Marion Francis Gross Mabry and Frank C. Mabry, Jr. Survivors include his children, Rex Alan Mabry and spouse, Sarah, of Germany; Ruth Allison Wonders and spouse, Howie, of Deweyville; Rose Alice Mabry of Orange; Rissie Alexzandrea Wolfe of Austin; and Heather Rena Mabry and spouse, Tevis, of Vidor; grandchildren, Sarah Mayfield and spouse, Aaron, of Colorado; Luke Mabry of Colorado; Ginger Mouton of Houston; Annabel Lei Everett and spouse, Cody, of Pleasanton; David Carter Wolfe of Austin; Jill Banks and spouse, Isaiah, of Orange; Braedon Wonders of Henderson, Arkansas; Isabella Wonders of Bridge City; Uriah Terry of San Antonio; Bruce Alexander Wolfe of Austin; Lars Levi Allen Benton of Spurger; and Meadow Dupuis of Deweyville; siblings, Sandra Inez Edinger and spouse, William; Frank C. Mabry III and spouse, […]

Margaret Ann Darby, 79, of Kountze, died Tuesday, October 1, 2024.  She was born on January 10, 1945, to Evelyn Hellberg Crowell and Charles Crowell. Survivors include her children, John Darby and his wife, Dusti, of Buna; Bryan Darby and his wife, Carrie Ann, of Kountze; and Craig Darby and his wife, Heather, of Orange; grandchildren, Tyler Darby; Caleb Darby; Cody Darby; Tori Bell; Lena Luthe; Coy Darby; and Clay Darby; step-grandchildren, Colby Quebodeaux; and Bay Quebodeaux; great-grandchildren, Brylee Grace Darby; Kate Darby; Hadleigh Darby; and Charli Quebodeaux; siblings, Charlotte Sneed and her husband, Billy, of College Station; Tommy Crowell and his wife, Sherry, of Marshall; Charles Crowell and his wife, Theresa, of Richmond; and Pam Brocato and her husband, Chuck, of Kountze. She is preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, John Louis Darby. A gathering of Mrs. Darby’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. […]

Albert Mitchell Anderson, 88, died on Monday, September 30, 2024.  He was born on February 15, 1936, in Kountze to Tom and Irene Anderson. He was a carpenter all his life- and worked on industrial, housing, remodeling projects.  He loved the outdoors, hunting deer, trapping hogs, gardening, just anything to do with the outdoors.  After his retirement, to keep himself busy, he decided one year to build deer blinds.  It started off slow, but soon blossomed into a full time job.  He has deer blinds all over Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas.  He was a well-rounded craftsman, and everyone loved his work. He was a religious man, and he loved his Lord and Savior. Mr. Anderson is survived by his wife, Pennie Anderson of thirty-four years; children, Terry Anderson and family, of Nacogdoches; Lisa Hansen and her family, of Kountze; Dana Burt and her family, of Kountze; and Allen Anderson and […]

Effie “Jean” Derbonne Douglas, 86, of Sour Lake, passed away on August 14, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones.  She was born on Ocober 27, 1937, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Isa Mae Gallien Derbonne and Paul H. Derbonne. She was a native of Natchitoches, Louisiana, graduating from Natchitoches High School in 1955 and attended Northwestern State College in Natchitoches.  Jean moved to Beaumont, Texas in March 1961 and lived in the Beaumont and Sour Lake areas ever since. Jean retired from Jefferson County, Beaumont in October 2004 and was a member of Pine Ridge Baptist Church. She volunteered with the American Cancer Society for several years, was a member of Sour Lake Woman’s Club for a period of time and enjoyed substitute teaching at Sour Lake Independent School District for approximately sixteen years.  Her favorite pastimes included playing the piano, spending time with family and baking her children’s favorite pies. […]

Hazel G. Key was born in Kountze, Texas on September 20, 1950. Where she met and fell in love with her husband, Ed Key. They were married on September 23, 1972 and were married for twenty-nine years until his death on August 27, 2002. Hazel enjoyed many things in life, nothing more than enjoying spending time with her family and friends. Hazel kept a bowl of candy by the door or by her chair in case one of the neighborhood kids would want to stop by for a piece of candy or if someone stopped by, she would have something for them to snack on. Hazel was always cooking and feeding any and everyone that would come to her door. Even if you weren’t hungry, she would at least send you with a plate of food. Among her favorite things to do was to play cards. It was always a […]

Pamela “Pam” Sue Davis Williams, 79, of Kountze, died on Thursday, August 8, 2024. She was born on May 11, 1945, in Beaumont, to Bobbie Jayne White Davis and Jessie Millard Davis. Pam spent her working years in the banking industry where she held several positions and ended her career as the President and Bank Manager of several area banks. Survivors include her husband, Chester Williams; son, Roger Williams and his wife, Lori, of Crawford; grandchildren, Jack Ryan Williams of The Woodlands, Ann Marie Williams of Waco, and Ty Williams of College Station; and siblings, Diane Thompson of Tucson, Arizona; and Roger Glenn Davis and his wife, Melissa Glenn, of Lumberton. She is preceded in death by her parents, Bobbie Davis and Jessie Davis. Mrs. Williams’ cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Susan Lognion, 76, of Kountze, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.  She was born on February 10, 1948, in Beaumont, to Dora Carter St. Claire and Ray St. Claire. She was raised in the north end of Beaumont on Wilshire Drive off East Lucas. It was the best neighborhood with lots of children and plenty of fun.  She attended Edwards Elementary, Jame’s Bowie Junior High, and French High School.  She gave her heart to the Lord and was baptized at North End Baptist Church in Beaumont at the age of 12.  As a young woman, she rededicated her life to the Lord and was Baptized on a cold, cold day in the cold waters beneath the McNeely bridge in Kountze.  She always said on that day, God froze her sins away. Survivors include her husband, David Lognion of Kountze; children, Shon Wise and his wife, Tina; Jeffrey Lognion and […]

Edna “Irene” Brown, 87, of Kountze, died Saturday, June 29, 2024. She was born on February 18, 1937, in Winnie, to Irene Boudreaux Honeycutt and Walter Thurman Honeycutt. Edna Irene Brown was the oldest of 8 kids, she had 4 sisters and 3 brothers. She and her husband Daniel Williford “DW” Brown, Sr. had 3 sons together and between those 3 children she had 8 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 9 great-great-grandchildren. She was lovingly known as Sister, Mama, and MawMaw. Growing up she spent most of her life as a mother, from helping raise her siblings to raising her own children. She just had a natural way with kids, and they were always drawn to her, even if she wasn’t their grandmother, they likely called her MawMaw. She was a 1955 graduate of East Chambers High School where she was known as a basketball star and was a top scorer […]

Victor Arnim Wessels, Jr., 74, of Dayton died Sunday, June 23, 2024. He was born on January 16, 1950, in Houston, to Muriel Jeanne Edworthy Wessels and Victor Arnim Wessels, Sr. Victor was part owner of Wessel Machine Works along with his father and brother. He worked for the City of Houston’s Metro system as a bus driver and later supervisor where he retired after many years. Victor was a member of the Dayton Volunteer Fire Department He enjoyed living away from the city and residing on his rural acreage where at one time he had horses and cattle with Jolynn who preceded him in death in 2007. He enjoyed researching any topic as well as visiting with friends over lunch. He is someone who was always available whenever you needed him. He will be greatly missed. Survivors include his brother, James Wessels and his wife, Suzanne, of Kerrville; nephews, […]

Joe Lynn Overstreet, 66, of Kountze died Friday, June 14, 2024. He was born on August 24, 1957, in Kountze, to Betty Norman Overstreet and Walter Ray Overstreet. Survivors include his son, Ryan Hargrove and his wife, Kimberly, of Lumberton; grandson, Case McCoy Hargrove; siblings, Troy Daniel Overstreet of Kountze; Walter Overstreet and his wife, Debbie, of Zavalla; JoAnn Duncan and her husband, Roy Glenn, of Wildwood; and Kim Overstreet of Wildwood; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Betty and Walter Overstreet, and sister, Sheila Overstreet. A gathering of Mr. Overstreet’s family and friends will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Broussard’s, 530 West Monroe, Kountze. His funeral service will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 21, 2024, at Broussard’s. His interment will follow at Holland Cemetery, Kountze.

Ruth Tate, 89, of Sour Lake, died Monday, June 10, 2024.  She was born on March 8, 1935, in Port Arthur, to Della Adaway Sangwin and Leonard Sangwin. Survivors include her daughter, Evelyn Brown and her husband, Arthur, of Sour Lake.  She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, George Albert Tate, Sr.; and children, Glenda Fay Wright, Charles Murphy Tate, and George Albert Tate, Jr. A gathering of Mrs. Tate’s family and friends will be 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Broussard’s, 530 West Monroe, Kountze.  Her graveside service will follow at 1:00 p.m., at Pine Ridge Cemetery, Sour Lake.

Rose Lagina Smart, 51, of Kountze, died Sunday, June 2, 2024. She was born on August 19, 1972, in Beaumont, to Margie Nell Broom Riley and Jerry Paul Riley. Survivors include her husband, Roy Smart; children, Casey Smart and his wife, Victoria, of Kountze; and Emily Rose Smart of Germany; grandchildren, Ryker Smart and Rory Smart; mother and father, Margie and Jerry Riley, Sr. of Kountze; and brothers, Jerry Riley, Jr. of Kountze; and Eric Riley and his wife, Cindy, of Silsbee. A gathering of Mrs. Smart’s family and friends will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Broussard’s, 530 West Monroe, Kountze. Her funeral service at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 7, 2024, at Broussard’s. Her interment will follow at Hooks Cemetery, Kountze.

Benny Earl House, 80, of Kountze, passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving children on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. He was born on September 9, 1943, in Beaumont, to Vanda Aline Gaines House and Willie Neal House, Sr. Mr. House served in the U.S. Army where he did two tours in Vietnam. He finished out his service at Fort Hood. He also worked at the papermill for over 48 years. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved being out in the country. He also loved his dogs. Survivors include his children, Stephanie House of Kountze; Ben House and spouse, Cheryl, of Kountze; and Beneal House and spouse, Colt Deason, of Lumberton; grandchildren, Alex Davis and spouse, Danny, of Beaumont; Marcus Neal Jackson of Kountze; Corben House of Kountze; Abbie Linn and spouse, Laramie, of Longview; Will Hankamer of Lumberton; and Selera Deason of Lumberton; great-grandchildren, Logan and Landon Davis; […]

Billie Gean Tinkle, 94, of Kountze, passed away Monday, May 27, 2024, at Paradigm at Kountze nursing home.  She was born on April 9, 1930, in Joaquin, Texas, to Jesse Whitley Whiddon and Henry King Whiddon. She moved to Kountze to be close to her family.  Billie worked several jobs that were community related to the people of Kountze and Hardin County. Survivors include Sue Daniels and her husband, Wayne, of Kountze; Randy Spurlock and his wife, Judy, of Kirbyville; Billy Tinkle and his wife, Penny, of Woodville; and Blenda Lewellen and her husband, Tim, of Beaumont; son-in-law, Dale Hill of Joaquin; grandchildren, Marc Hill and his wife, Lorie; Brent Hill and his wife, Kari; Rodney Daniels and his wife, Gabrina; Amy Snyder and her husband, Kevin; Brandon Daniels; Shelley Fresmeyer and her husband, David; Heather Richardson and her husband, Travis; and Micah Tinkle and his wife, Kimberly; twelve great-grandchildren; […]

Eloise “Grandma Silly” Lucille Harrison Brown, 96, of Kountze, died Monday, May 27, 2024. She was born on December 19, 1927, in San Angelo, to Eloise Lucille Rankin Harrison and George William Harrison, Sr. Survivors include her children, Wanda Brumbeloe of Lumberton; Troy Brown and his wife, Debbie, of Spring; Robert Brown and his wife, Tracey, of Pine Ridge; and Patsy Bynum and her husband, Sam, of Pine Ridge; grandchildren, Amy Dorman and her husband, Lynn; Jennifer Swindell and her husband, Jay; Nancy Morvant and her husband, Bryan; John Bostick and his wife, Casey; Jessica White and her husband, Trey; Ashley Morvant and her husband, Chris; Clay Jacobson and his wife, Melissa; Wade Jacobson; Misty Shamsher; Dusty Jacobson and his wife Erica; Aaron Brown; and Reagan Brown; twenty-six great-grandchildren; eleven great-great-grandchildren; and brother, Glenn Harrison and his wife, Martha, of Fannett; and numerous nieces, nephews, and family. She is preceded […]

Gerald Glynn Loper, Sr., 98, of Sour Lake, died Monday, May 20, 2024. He was born on July 3, 1925, in Marquez to Edna Mabel Smith Loper. Gerald worked for Sun Oil as a Production Engineer Foreman for 38 years. He then went on to be the Justice of the Peace in Precinct 7 of Sour Lake for 13 years. He was also a Corporal during World War II in the United States Marines. He is survived by his daughter, Helen Loper Dansby and her husband, Bart, of Sour Lake; grandchildren, Troy Brown and his wife, Linda, of Austin; Joshua Loper of California; Edward Taylor Dansby and his wife, Elizabeth, of Mount Belvieu; and Kayla Dansby Almond and her husband, Trent, of Beaumont; and great-grandchildren, Claire Dansby, Rhett Almond, and Kyle Almond. He is preceded in death by his parents, Edna Mabel Smith Cotton and Edward Elias Cotton; wife, Nina […]

Gary Wayne Hearn, 66, of Village Mills, died Tuesday, May 14, 2024.  He was born on April 19, 1958, in Kinder, Louisiana, to Georgia Gilley Hearn and Johnny Wayne Hearn. Survivors include his wife, Dalia Hearn; children, Sarah Hearn of Denton, and Rachel Hearn and Selena Garza, both of Amarillo; nine grandchildren; and siblings, Cynthia McCarthy and her husband, Mike, of Clear Water, Florida; George Hearn and his wife, Jolea, of Merritt Island, Florida; and Clay Hearn and his wife, Sheri, of Portland, Oregon.  He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Milton Hearn. A gathering of Gary’s family and friends will be 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., Friday, May 17, 2024, at Broussard’s, 530 West Monroe, Kountze.  His committal will be held at Broussard’s Crematorium.

Linda Joyce Campbell, 73, of Sour Lake, died Friday, May 11, 2024. She was born on August 14, 1950, to Foye Neal Wiggins and Dallas Melton Wiggins, of Tyler. Survivors include her daughters, Jennifer Flowers and her husband, Jack, of St. Mary’s Georgia and Debbie Smith and her husband, Cody, of Sour Lake; son, Jimmy Sedtal, Sr. and his wife, Michelle, of Sour Lake; brother, Billy Wiggins and his wife, Sharon, of Longview, Hoyt Wiggins, and Morris Wiggins, all of Longview; grandchildren, Brian Flowers, Marcus Fogal, Dakota Headen, Chelsea Smith, Tiffani Sedtal, Cheyenne Sedtal, Presslie Sedtal, Jimmy Sedtal, Jr., Lane Alford, Summer Smith, and Laiton Smith; and six great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Joseph Campbell, Sr.; daughter, Charlotte Ann Sedtal; and mother, Foye Milford. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, 5550 West Executive Drive, Suite #200, Tampa, Florida 33609. A […]

Dennis Walter McDonald, 91, of Village Mills, died Wednesday, May 1, 2024. He was born on July 30, 1932, in Galveston, to Margurite Pix McDonald and Augustus E. McDonald.  Dennis proudly served his country in the United States Army. He lived in Wildwood for over thirty years and was a member of Wildwood/Village Mills Methodist Church.  Dennis was an avid golf player. He started playing golf in Jr. High School and could be found most days out on the golf course at Wildwood. Survivors include his special friend, Carol Huff of Village Mills; children, Don Bolton and his wife, Beth, of Elkhart; Donna “Lynn” Bender of Wildwood; and Patricia Padon-Forester and her husband, Don, of Houston; and multiple grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Margurite and Augustus McDonald; wife, Inez McDonald; and sister, Susie McDonald. Mr. McDonald’s funeral service will be 5:00 p.m., Sunday, […]

Davey Eugene Smith, 76, of Kountze, died Thursday, April 25, 2024. He was born on March 26, 1948, in Port Arthur, to Gloria Pinell Smith and Claude Dawson Smith, Sr. Davey was a proud veteran of the United States Army, where he served in the Vietnam War.  He had many hobbies over his life. In his younger years he enjoyed traveling, painting, and photography. Davey enjoyed writing adventure stories where his daughter was the main character. Gardening was a big part of Davey’s life, and he was a member of the Jefferson County Master Gardeners.  In his free time, he spent many hours woodworking and building cannons. He also loved playing the harmonica for his family. He was a beloved father and a beloved Gpaw, he will be missed dearly. Survivors include his daughter, Kelsey Smith Swearingen and her husband, Christopher, of Kountze; granddaughter, Kyleigh Swearingen; brother, Robbie Smith of […]

Beverly Anne Scarborough, 80, of Kountze, died Friday, March 29, 2024.  She was born on November 5, 1943, in Port Arthur, to Vallie Lindsey Robison and Kermit Edward Robison. Survivors include her husband, Oscar Scarborough; sons, Randy Scarborough of Richmond, Mark Scarborough of Wildwood, and Justin Scarborough of Kountze; grandchildren, Austin Scarborough of Kountze and Mason Scarborough of Wildwood; and step grandchildren, Wyatt and Jaxon Brown of Kountze.  She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Karla Scarborough; and sister, Geda Nunley. A gathering of Beverly’s family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m., with her funeral service at 2:00 p.m., Monday, April 1, 2024, at Broussard’s, 530 West Monroe, Kountze.  Her interment will follow at Holland Cemetery, Kountze.  

Mary Maudine Burrows, 85, of Kountze, died Saturday, January 13, 2024. She was born on August 22, 1938, in Kountze, to Velma Lee Ishmael Johnston and Lavern Johnston. Survivors include her sons, Millard Burrows, Jr. of Egypt, and Randy Burrows and his wife, Kandy, of Dexter, Oregon; grandchildren, Mistie Reed and her husband, Jamieson, of Springfield, Oregon; Rachel Burrows and Sarah Binford and her husband, Chanse, all of Vida, Oregon; Lyndsay Medkiff of Vidor; Stacey Golden of Ohio; Bambi Bentley and her husband, Mark, of Kountze; Beth Brock and her husband, Jonas, of Jasper; and Morgan Burrows of California; numerous great-grandchildren; and siblings; Lavern Glover and her husband, Escar, of Silsbee; Carolyn Brown and her husband, Jackie, of Sour Lake; Charlotte Brown and her husband, Don, of Saratoga; Bo Johnston of Wells; and Bim Johnston of Old Salem. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Millard C. Burrows, […]

Joyce Lorene Esclovon, 85, of Kountze, died Friday, January 12, 2024. She was born on March 20, 1938, to Lorene and Dennard Gore. Survivors include her daughter, Carmen Odom and her husband, Rocky, of Kountze; step-children, Melissa Beard and her husband, Darrell, of Vidor and Terry Wayne Hatcher of Alabama; grandchildren, April Majalca and her husband, Tony, of Kountze; Jennifer Graham and her husband, Mike, of Silsbee; Heather Fountain and her fiancé, Cody McFarland, of Lumberton; Joshua LeBlanc and David Freesmeyer and his wife, Shelly, all of Kountze; great-grandchildren, Alexia Sawyer and her husband, Tommie, of Lumberton; Kayleigh Boyett of Kountze; Taylor Fountain of Lumberton; and Ayden LeBlanc of Kountze; great-great-grandchildren, Harper Sawyer and Maren Sawyer. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leroy Freesmeyer; sons, Randall Freesmeyer and David Michael Freesmeyer; and siblings, Muriel, Wayne Gore, Frances Gore and Melvin Ray. A gathering of Mrs. Esclovon’s family […]

William Alvis “Bill” Gore, 88, of Kountze, died Saturday, January 6, 2024.  He was born on April 25, 1935, in Village Mills, to Jessie Lindsey Gore and Archie Lee Gore. Survivors include his sons Alvis Eugene Gore and his wife, Nancy, of China; Ricky Lee Gore and his wife, Tammy, of Segno; William Mark Gore and his wife, Brenda, of Kountze; and Joe Lynn Gore of Segno; grandchildren, David Gore and his wife, Teresa, of Zavalla; Laura Odom and her husband, TJ, of Warren; and William Michael Gore; Brian Moore; and James Moore and his wife, Ashlie, all of Kountze; ten great-grandchildren; and twelve great-great-grandchildren.  He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lois Wyona Wiggins; and brother, Gene Gore. A gathering of Bill’s family and friends will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Broussard’s, 530 West Monroe, Kountze.  His funeral service will be […]

Anna Louise Whatley, 92, of Livingston, died Thursday, January 4, 2024. She was born on April 6, 1931, in Cold Springs, to Ailyne Gutherie Clark and Jack Boykin Clark. Survivors include her children, Jessie Whatley and his wife, Lela, of Silsbee; Rhonda Thompson of Gainesville; Rita Hawkins and her husband, Ronnie, of Livingston; Tina Sweat and her husband, David, of Lumberton; Quinlyn Nichols and her husband, Dave, of Plano; and Dana Gonzalez and her husband, Ricky, of Grandbury; fifteen grandchildren; thirty-eight great-grandchildren; and numerous great great-grandchildren.  She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of fifty years, Quinton “Jerry” Whatley; and son, George “Scooter” Whatley. A gathering of Mrs. Whatley’s family and friends will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Broussard’s, 530 West Monroe, Kountze.  Her funeral service will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 8, 2024, at Broussard’s, with her interment to follow […]

James Edward Russell, 78, of Kountze, died Tuesday, January 2, 2024.  He was born on November 27, 1945, in Beaumont, to Velma Tatum Russell and Gordon Russell. Survivors include his children, James G. Russell; Geneva Neugent; and Mary Buffington and her husband, Billy, all of Buna; Anthony Russell and his wife, Rebecca, of Kountze; Robert Willey and his wife, Wynette, of Buna; and David Willey and his wife, Rose, of Gist; seventeen grandchildren; twenty-one great-grandchildren; and siblings, Gordon Wayne Russell of Kountze; JoAnn VanBrocklin and her husband, Raymond, of Lumberton; and Curtis Russell of Honey Island.  He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary Ann Russell; and brother, John David Russell, Sr. A gathering of Mr. Russell’s family and friends will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Friday, January 5, 2024, at Broussard’s, 530 West Monroe, Kountze.  His funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 6, 2024, […]

Dr. Robert John Vokurka, PhD, was born June 12, 1948, to John and Charlotte Vokurka of Wheaton, Illinois. He was a naturally inquisitive and bright child who excelled in school and enjoyed following Chicago’s professional sports franchises, especially the Cubs and the Bears. He loved American history and was a patriot of a bygone age when decency to your fellow Americans was more important than getting your way all the time. He talked fondly all his life of family vacations fishing on Michigan’s lakes. While at Wheaton Central High School he participated in the high school band and graduated in 1964. He continued his education at Albion College, earning a Bachelor of Arts in 1968. While working for Belden Wire and Cable, he passed his certified public accountant exam and earned a Master of Business Administration from the Kellogg School at Northwestern University. Ever the student, Robert passed the Law […]

Jimmy F. Shifflett, known as “Energy Pawpaw” and simply Pawpaw, passed away peacefully at his home in Kountze, on December 17, 2023, at the age of 81. He was born on July 6, 1942, in Orange, Texas, to Helen Hales Shifflett and Joe Shifflett. Jimmy was a devoted husband of 45 years, a loving father, and a cherished grandfather. He cared deeply about his family and community, always guided by a strong moral compass that led him to fight for what was right. After serving in the United States Army actively from 1959 to 1962, Jimmy performed various odd jobs throughout the Golden Triangle area, as well as becoming a lifelong member of the Port Neches Masonic Lodge, and then pursued a career in law enforcement in 1969. He graduated from Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, in 1975, with a degree in Criminal Justice. Jimmy dedicated forty-six years of his […]

Barbara Jean Kraus, 69, of Kingwood, died Sunday, December 10, 2023.  She was born on July 2, 1954, in Houston, to Angeline and Douglas Hayden. Barbara’s life work was dedicated to the health and care of others, serving as an RN and pediatric nurse practitioner for over forty years. She graduated from Lamar University and the University of Texas with degrees in nursing, proceeding to practice at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, before teaching at the College of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas, Nevada. Survivors include her husband, Dave Kraus; daughter, Hillary Kraus and her husband, Curtis Engel, of North Richard Hills; grandson Hayden Engel; mother, Angie Hayden of Kountze; and siblings, Trish Rials of Cypress; Marilyn Feverjean of Beaumont; Douglas Hayden of Kountze; Jeanette Simmons and her husband, Brent, of Beaumont; and Travis Hayden and his wife, Jennifer, of Spring.  She is preceded in death by her father and […]

Mary Alice Cain, 89, of Brookshire, died October 26, 2023.  She was born on August 30, 1934, in Thicket, to Addie Cartrett Loftin and Jesse Loftin. Survivors include her grandchildren, Mary Cain and her husband, John Graves, of Houston; Mabry Lee Cain, IV and his wife, Leslie, of Greenville; Danielle Harris and her husband, Adam, of Hitchcock; Katelin Cain of Galveston; Jesse Cain of Wisconsin; Bonnie Kaiser of Denton; and Alyssa Arnold and her husband, Dylan, of Topeka, Kansas; eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Janie Warren and her husband, Joe, of Votaw; Judy Johnson and her husband, Robert, of Perth, Australia; and Jeanine Bratz of Panama City, Florida; and numerous nieces and nephews.  She is preceded in death by her parents; sons, Mabry Lee Cain, III and Jesse Cain; sister, Adeline Loftin; and brother, Forest Loftin. Mrs. Cain’s funeral service will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Broussard’s, 530 West […]