Broussard’s Mortuary Silsbee

Charles Irving Hudson, aka “Buck”, was born on October 28, 1963, to Pauline Susan “Sue” Hudson and Charles Alva Hudson. He passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by family and friends on Thursday, May 14, 2026, after a fourteen year long battle with cancer. He attended Spurger High School where he graduated valedictorian of his class. Buck continued his education at Stephen F. Austin State University where he obtained his Master’s Degree in Agriculture Education, with an emphasis in forestry and horticulture. He was an agriculture educator for thirty years in the districts of Silsbee, Woodville and the majority of his career was spent at Spurger ISD. At Spurger ISD he was the Junior class sponsor and a legend. After retiring from education, he became a politician, a role that suited him well. He served as Tyler County Commissioner Precinct 4, for two terms. He was also re-elected to […]

Larry Wayne Williams, 76, of Silsbee, passed away on May 14, 2026. Born on December 15, 1949, Larry lived a life marked by dedication to God, his family, his career, and the ability to bring humor and good times to those around him. Larry worked for many years in healthcare administration, retiring from UTMB in 2012. He was a graduate of New Mexico Military Institute and later earned his Bachelor degrees from the University of Houston and UTMB in Galveston. Throughout much of his life, he was deeply career-oriented, taking pride in his work, and the responsibilities he carried. In retirement, he embraced a quieter life centered on home, comfort, and time with those he loved. Larry was proud to be an American, had a lifelong appreciation for classic cars and a special love for animals. He was known for his quick wit and “prankster” personality. He found humor in […]

Jerry Lynn Jackson, 79, of Kountze, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026, surrounded by his family and friends. Jerry was born on October 30, 1946, to Johnnie and Elouise Jackson. Raised in a time when hard work, loyalty, and family meant everything, Jerry carried those values with him throughout his entire life. Jerry met Barbara while working at Weingarten’s Grocery as a sacker and later worked his way up to assistant manager.  He attended Sam Houston State University and also served in the Army Reserves. He worked as a salesman for Ronco Foods, but it wasn’t long before his entrepreneurial spirit kicked in. He spent the rest of his life owning and operating several businesses, including J&B Foods, Hickory Stick BBQ, and Papa Jacks, which later became Mama Jacks. Mama Jacks was “almost famous” and even though we like to think that people came for the food we […]

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Russell Lee Trest, age 83, of Sour Lake, who passed away on May 7, 2026. Russell was born on April 6, 1943, and lived a life marked by hard work, dedication to family, and a gift for making those around him laugh with his stories and larger-than-life personality. Russell was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Alongside his beloved wife, Jeanette, he built a successful construction business where they worked side by side with their family for many years. He took great pride in the work they built together and in the legacy of perseverance and family values they created. He had a deep love for BBQ-ing, hunting, and anything involving heavy equipment. Russell never met a stranger and could often be found sharing stories with anyone willing to listen. One of his favorite stories to tell was how he met […]

John Alexander Nation, 63, of Kountze, died Wednesday, May 6, 2026. He was born on January 20, 1963, in Groves, to Freda Floy Morgan Nation and Robert Eugene Nation, Sr. Survivors include his wife, Lisa Nation; children, Mary Gillam and her husband, Dallas Shane, of Honey Island; and John Nation, II of Warren; stepchildren, Lyndsie Caldwell and her husband, Daniel, of Texas City; and Charles Bridges of Orange; brothers, Richard Nation of Kingwood, and Robert Nation and his wife, Gloria, of Lithia Springs, Georgia; grandchildren, Lane Fine of Texas City, Landen Fine of Webster, Asher Bridges and Carsen Bridges, of Orange, and Cora Caldwell of Texas City; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. His cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont.  

Judy Earline Guillotte Brown, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026, at the age of 82, following a brief but intense battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born on August 2, 1943, to Eustice Guillotte and Zalia Belle Broussard Guillotte, in the Lake Charles area, where she was born and raised alongside her siblings, Norma Hutsell and Curtis Guillotte. A devoted Christian woman, Judy lived a life defined by faith, perseverance, intelligence, and deep love for her family. She attended Marion High School before beginning her professional career as a beautician and cosmetologist. Later in life, she pursued higher education and earned a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Lamar University. Her accomplishments reflected her strong work ethic, resilience, and determination to continually grow and learn. She was also a successful business owner and a proud resident of Silsbee for forty-five years. Above all else, Judy was a devoted wife, […]

Mason Henderson, 22, of Evadale, died Monday, May 4, 2026. He was born on December 27, 2003, in Beaumont, to Tabitha Lyn Guillory and Michael Travis Henderson. Survivors include his mother, Tabitha Lowe and her husband, Mason’s bonus dad, Jerry, of Evadale; father, Mike Henderson of Evadale; siblings, Amber Lowe and her fiancé, Blake, of Lumberton; Jessica Burnes and her husband, T.J., of Silsbee; Colton Lowe and his wife, Tracie, of Lumberton; Alie Taylor and her husband, Wyatt, of Evadale; Michael Henderson and his wife, Nelly, of Lumberton; Gunner Lowe of Evadale; Jacob Henderson of Silsbee; Emily Henderson of Silsbee; Taryn Henderson of Austin; and Tyler Henderson of California; grandparents, Kathy and Ronnie Guillory of Evadale and Beverly Henderson of Silsbee; aunts and uncles, Alisha and Cory Moye of Evadale and Donna and Hank Groce of Clear Lake; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is preceded in death by […]

Haisley Laine Ware, infant daughter of Katie Elizabeth Barcia and Chris Jimmy Ware, died Friday, May 1, 2026. She was born in Beaumont. Survivors include her mother, Katie Barcia; father, Chris Ware; grandparents, Elizabeth and Thad, Casey, Roxanne and Clyde; great-grandparents, Beth and George, Charlie, Kathleen, Dora and T-Joe. A graveside service will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Jordan Cemetery, Kountze, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Dianne Spell Hutto, 76, of Silsbee, died Sunday, April 26, 2026. She was born on May 3, 1949, in Kountze, to Elsie Mae Stutts Spell and Merlon Lee Spell. Survivors include her children, Toni Woods of Silsbee, and Melanie Tobleman and her husband, Rick, of Vidor; grandchildren, Brandi Nichole Verdine of Silsbee; Anthony Scott Woods and his wife, Selena, of Smithville; and Ollie Savoie of Houston; great-grandchildren, Eliana Woods; and brothers, Douglas Patton Spell and Jimmy Mark Spell, both of Silsbee. She is preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Merlon “Buddy” Spell. A graveside service will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 30, 2026, at Morse Cemetery, 2750 County Road 777, Buna, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Evelyn Marie Olds, 61, of Kountze, died Thursday, April 23, 2026. She was born on June 12, 1964, in Beaumont, to Evelyn Taylor and John Rountree. Survivors include her children, Michael Rountree and his wife, Amanda, Richard Callahan, Kenneth Guilbeaux and his wife, LuLu, Joseph Guilbeaux and his wife, Shanna, and Chester Guilbeaux and his wife, Tina, all of Vidor; grandchildren, Kelton Rountree, Keaton Rountree, Kylie Rountree, Zayne Callahan, Jacob Callahan, Skylee Callahan, Sierra Callahan, Alexis Guilbeaux, Asher Guilbeaux, Lee Lee Guilbeaux, Torie Guilbeaux, Joseph Guilbeaux, Jr., Tristan Guilbeaux, Jayden Guilbeaux, Serinity Guilbeaux, and Jayden Bergeron; mother, Evelyn Harvill; siblings, John Rountree, Wesley Rountree, Doug Harvell, Vicki Locke, and Anna Rountree; niece, Alaina Rountree; and nephew, Cody Rountree. She is preceded in death by her father, and husband, Dewayne Olds. A graveside service will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, April 27, 2026, at Hooks Cemetery, Kountze, under the direction of […]

Earl Monroe “Poppa” Morris, 93, of Lumberton, Texas, passed away peacefully in his home on April 21, 2026. The youngest of five children, he was born March 18, 1933, in Sour Lake, Texas to Alonzo W. Morris and Clara Garrison Morris. He graduated from Honey Island High School in 1951, prior to serving in the United States Air Force. On September 15, 1953, he married his high school sweetheart and love of his life, Shirley Glaze, and they spent the next several years traveling across the United States as he worked in the construction industry.  They returned to southeast Texas in 1960 and remained there the rest of their lives. Poppa was a “fixer,” often fixing things which were not broken…at least they were not broken before he “fixed” them.  He was also known for saving every little piece of useless junk imaginable, because “you never know when someone might […]

John Richard Jeffers, 84, of Kountze, died Monday, April 20, 2026. He was born on December 29, 1941, in Ocampo, Mexico, to Francis Humphers Jeffers and John Duke Jeffers. He was a Unites States Marine Corps veteran, having served two tours of duty in Vietnam. Survivors include his sisters, Francis Davis of Mesa, Arizona and Mary Jo Hogan of Beaumont; nieces, Linda Sharp, Elizabeth Wilson, and Cynthia Terrell; nephews, Keith Davis, William Tinney, and Jeffrey Canales.  He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ida Mae Jeffers; sisters, Jane Tinney and Clara Canales; nephew, Joe Henry Canales, Sr.; and nieces, Maureen Gonzales, Deborah Yrle, and Phylis Canales. A graveside service will be at 2:15 p.m., Monday, May 4, 2026, at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Road, San Antonio, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Ruby Schuff (née Hebert), 86, of Buna, was peacefully called home to the Lord on Thursday, April 26, 2026. She was born on December 20, 1939, in Port Arthur, Texas, to Clarence Hebert and Mary Alice Boudreaux Hebert. Ruby was a woman of unwavering faith whose life reflected a steadfast trust in God. Her greatest joy was family, and she poured her love into each generation with wisdom, prayer, and compassion. She had a special love for children and faithfully served in her church nursery for many years while living in Houston. After moving to Southeast Texas, she became a devoted member of Buna United Pentecostal Church, where she drew great comfort from her pastor, Richard Dykes, and her church family. Survivors include her children, Rickey Schuff of Pearland; Pamela Glass of Buna; and Tammie Rios and husband Frank of Houston; grandchildren, Dalton Glass and wife Kayla, Kaitlyn Fregia and husband […]

Sarah Marie Bratton, a woman of remarkable energy, style, and heart, passed away on April 13, 2026, at the age of 91. Born on January 15, 1935, in Port Arthur, to Theresa Greco Terracina and Anthony Terracina, II, Sarah lived a life defined by her tireless work ethic, her passion for her community, and an unwavering devotion to her family. Sarah’s professional journey began early. At just 17 years old, she was a dedicated Distributive Education (D.E.) student, gaining foundational experience at C.R. Anthony’s and Myron’s dress store. In 1953, she married Arthur Lynd and stepped into the whirlwind of motherhood, welcoming three children in just two and a half years. Despite the demands of a young family, Sarah’s spirit of service was already in full bloom; she was a fixture in her church, a familiar face selling Avon, and a constant supporter of local baseball activities. As her children […]

Demi Sloane Guillory, infant daughter of Lauren and Colton Guillory, of Lumberton, died Saturday, April 11, 2026. She was born on March 21, 2026, in Houston. Survivors include her parents, Lauren and Colton Guillory; siblings, Bennett Guillory and Dean Guillory; grandparents, Tim Dean and his wife, Amanda, of Carlyss, Louisiana; Kyla Dean and her fiancé, Bobby Stansel, of Port Arthur; and Renee Norris of The Dalles, Oregon; great- grandparents, Gary Sellers of Hackberry, Louisiana; Dolores and Bill Hamilton of Blanco; Linda and Larry Guillory of Spring; Janice Romero of Livingston; and Lucy Goff of The Dalles, Oregon; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Larry Shane Guillory; and great-grandparents, Dorothy and Tommy Dean, and Veronica Sellers. A gathering of Demi’s family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m., with her funeral service at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery […]

Jim T Collier, Jr., 73, of Buna, died, Wednesday, April 8, 2026. He was born on October 29, 1952, in Austin, to Celia Ann Scallorn Collier and Jim T Collier, Sr. With hearts full of gratitude and love, we celebrate the life of a man whose greatest devotion was to Jesus Christ, the guiding light of his life. A Husband, Father and friend whose faith was not only something he believed-It was something he lived daily, shaping every word he spoke, every life he touched, and every act of kindness he gave. Jim often prayed the words of Psalm 19:14: “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer.”  These words were not only a prayer but a reflection of how he lived—seeking to honor God in both word and deed. Jim was a devoted […]

Larry Marvin Williams, 74, of Silsbee, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, just one day shy of his 75th birthday, surrounded by his family who loved and adored him. Larry was born on April 9, 1951, in Silsbee, Texas, to Marvin and Doris Williams. He graduated from Silsbee High School in 1969 and went on to train at Fluor Industries in Houston in piping design. Larry built a meaningful career as a piping designer and project manager. Many of his designs are still in operation in refineries across the country today. He worked for various companies over the years before eventually retiring from Mustang Engineering. Larry was often requested by clients who knew him as an incredibly hard worker with meticulous attention to detail. He believed that if something was worth doing, it should be done right—a principle that carried into every aspect of his life. Larry was surrounded […]

Judy Gail Freeman, 70, of Silsbee, died Wednesday, April 8, 2026. She was born on January 19, 1956, in Gainesville, to Inez McWhorter Henderson and Alvin Henderson. Judy worked in the healthcare field as an LVN for forty-eight years. Survivors include her children, Ronnie Freeman of Austin; Amanda Burmaster and her husband, Kolin, of Village Mills; Sarah Freeman and her husband, Al Franklin, Jr., Holly Palmer and Lela Wilburn, all of Silsbee; grandchildren, Ian Rodriguez, Savanna Rodriguez and her partner, Alyssa McDaniel, and Chase Palmer, all of Silsbee; Brayden Cheney and his wife, Audrey, of Village Mills; Timberly Palumbo and her husband, Sean, of Fannett; Hunter Palmer of Okinawa, Japan; Jacob Armstrong of Amarillo; and Felisha Morgan and her husband, Jimmy, of Colorado City; great-grandchildren, Weston Armstrong and Carson Armstrong, both of Amarillo; Jacob Franklin of Silsbee; Danica Carver, Asher Rhodes and Anthony Carver, all of Colorado City, and Paisley […]

Vivian Louise Crawford, 77, of Buna, died Tuesday, April 7, 2026. She was born on November 23, 1948, in Hardin County, to Jessie Hobbs and Charlie McGalin. Vivian was the very definition of a selfless and caring woman. She gave of herself freely, always putting others before her own needs, offering kindness, comfort, and strength to anyone who crossed her path. Her love ran deep—not only for her family and friends, but for everyone she encountered. She was a devout follower of God, and her faith guided her life in the most beautiful way. Through every season, she carried grace, compassion, and an unwavering belief that love, and goodness would always prevail. That faith now carries her home. Vivian leaves behind a legacy of warmth, generosity, and quiet strength that will continue to live on in all of us. She touched more lives than words can fully express, and her […]

Thomas Wayne Martin, Sr., 82, of Kountze, died Tuesday, April 7, 2026. He was born on February 11, 1944, in Port Arthur, to Annie Lou Brackin Martin and Walter Ray Martin. Thomas was always telling jokes and loved to make people laugh. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School, where he attended school with Janis Joplin. He also played football with the famous Coach Jimmy Johnson. Thomas then graduated from Lamar University. He became a member of the IBEW Local working as an electrician. He was Vice President of the Optimist Club. He was very active in the Jr. League Football and Pop Warner Football in Port Arthur. Thomas was a hunter and a fisherman and enjoyed birds and nature. Survivors include his children, Tommy Martin, Jr. of Kountze and Kimberly Michelle Meyer of Peoria, Arizona; and grandchildren, Shasta Cherie Webb of Longview; Kirsten Sheah Williams and her husband, Josh, […]

Pauline Smith, 78, of Kountze, died Saturday, April 4, 2026. She was born on September 27, 1947, in Sour Lake, to Anna Belle Thibodeaux and James Bevil Ellison. Survivors include her sons, Robbie Smith and his wife, Tisha, of Beaumont, and Michael Smith and his wife, Kami, of Honey Island; grandchildren, Taylor Smith of Florida; Alex Smith and his wife, Reese, of Honey Island; Emily Smith of Honey Island; and Tessa Smith of Beaumont; and sister, Deborah Moss of Silsbee. Pauline is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Arthur “Tuff” Smith; brother, Byron Ellison; and sisters, Alice Moss and Cheryl Moss. A gathering of Mrs. Smith’s family and friends will begin 1:00 p.m. with her funeral service at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. Her interment will follow at Antioch Cemetery, Buna.

Gary Duane Skaggs, 69, of Lumberton died Thursday, April 2, 2026. He was born on November 29, 1956, in Seminole, Oklahoma to Delpha Ann Duff and Kytle “Ted” Ray Skaggs. Survivors include his wife, Carla Skaggs; children, Jeremy Bridges and Allana Condon, of Magnolia; Jason Bridges and his wife, Megan, of Hideaway; and Eric Skaggs and his wife, Reagan, of Silsbee; grandchildren, Brandon, Brooke, and Brianna Bridges, Owen Condon, Andrew, and Jacob Bridges; Bodhi and Palmer Skaggs; siblings, Tim Skaggs and his wife, Robin, of Lumberton, and SueAnn Monroe and her husband, Charles, of Winnie; mother, Delpha Cansler of Lumberton. Gary is preceded in death by his father. A gathering of Mr. Skaggs’ family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, April 6, 2026, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. His funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Broussard’s, with his graveside […]

“He lived fully, loved deeply, and explored the world with wonder.” Russell Gray Wilson was born on July 6, 1937, in Clinton, South Carolina, the second son of Woodrow Lamar and Alice Faye Wilson. He was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife, Jan Wilson, who passed on October 5, 2025, and his older brother, Boyce Wilson. He is survived by his children, Chad Wilson of Silsbee; Andrew Wilson and his wife, Deanna, of Lumberton; and Dr. Leah Wilson Walker and her husband, Tighe, of Austin. He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren, Joshua Alexander McDill of Decatur; Sloan Sterling Wilson and his wife, Megan, of Baton Rouge; and Sierra Kay Wilson of Alvin, as well as his great-grandchild, Hazel Louise Wilson. Russell is survived by his brother, Ricky Wilson and his wife, Juanita, of Matthews, North Carolina, and his sister-in-law, Carolyn Wilson of South Carolina. In 1957, […]

Blaine Eugene Potter, 67, of Lumberton, died Friday, March 20, 2026. He was born on September 28, 1958, in Wichita, Kansas, to Betty Jane Williams Potter and Robert Jack Potter. He was a proud United States Navy veteran. Survivors include his brothers; Mark Allen Potter of Kountze, and Douglas Daryl Potter and his wife, Lee Ann, of Lumberton; and nieces and nephews, Brandon Potter and his wife, Sarah, of Lumberton; Devin Potter and her husband, Regis Frenna, of Silsbee; Amanda Potter; and Zack Potter. He is preceded in death by his parents; and nephew, Mark Allen Potter, Jr. A graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 28, 2026, at, R.S. Farmer Memorial Park, South Third Street, Silsbee, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Wilma Sue Anderson, 75, died Wednesday, March 18, 2026. She was born on April 21, 1950, in Orange, to Gladys Sue Pommier Nance and Wilmer Lee Nance. Survivors include her husband, Perry Anderson; children, Christie Ridgway of Mauriceville; Melissia Riedinger and her husband, Clinton, of Silsbee; Patricia Nelsen and her husband, Erik, of Fort Hood; and Perry Anderson and his wife, Renae, of Sour Lake; furbaby, Chloe; grandchildren, Clancy Beshears and her husband, Shelby, of Silsbee; George Glasspool of Mauriceville; Mikayla Pelts and her husband, Collin, of Zavalla; Madison Riedinger of Silsbee; Stephen Nelsen and Alexis Nelsen, both of Fort Hood; and Emelyn Rose, Lauralie Anderson, and Macallan Rose, all of Sour Lake; great-grandchildren, Kolton Riedinger, Walker Pelts, and Shelbie Beshears; and siblings, David Nance and his wife, Lessie; Rebecca Nance, and Bobbie Nance, all of Evadale. A gathering of Mrs. Anderson’s family and friends be at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, […]

Armando Garcia, Jr., 76, of Orange, died Thursday, March 18, 2026. He was born on April 3, 1949, in Corpus Christi, to Elita Benitez Garcia and Armando Garcia, Sr. He was a proud United States Marine Corps veteran, and a police officer for various cities throughout his career. Survivors include his loving wife, Juanita Garcia; stepdaughter, Joey Williamson and her husband, Kevin, of Orange; granddaughters, Delaynie Williamson and McKennah Riley and her husband, Tristan, all of Orange; great-grandchildren, Anistyn, Oaklyn and Walker; and siblings, Dianna, Del, Debra, Leo, Randy, and Able. He is preceded in death by his parents. His cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Thomas Daniel “Danny” Jones, 75, of Vidor, died Monday, March 16, 2026. He was born on August 17, 1950, in Port Arthur, to Anna Frey Whiddon Jones and David Leroy Jones of Warren. Survivors include his children, Katy Jones of Kountze; Liz Anne Leger and her husband, Rod Tate, of Vidor; and Thomas Jones, Jr. of Kountze; bonus kids, Sarah Jones and Jennifer Sykes, both of Kountze; grandchildren, Lola, Victoria, Robert, Brittiany, Justin, Jeremy, Trey, and Alan; nine great-grandchildren; sisters, Marion Whittle and her husband, Jim, of Bastrop; Fran Allen and her husband, Mike, of Idaho; and Pat Whiddon of Palestine; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lola E’Van Alpers; his parents; twin brother, David Charles Jones; grandchildren, Casey Jones, Kelsey Jones, and Raydyn Jones. His cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Randy Albert Norsworthy, 73, passed peacefully from this life on March 15, 2026, surrounded by his wife and family. He was born on February 25, 1953, in Port Neches, Texas, to Archie Odell and Zora Virginia Norsworthy. Randy lived a life defined by hard work, dedication to family, and a love for the simple joys of life. Throughout his career, he worked as a welder in a shipyard, a millwright at Kirby and LP, and as a propane driver. Later in life, he served the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, where he worked for 10 years and retired as a Maintenance Supervisor. On August 31, 1974, Randy married the love of his life, Dona Norsworthy. Together they shared 51 years of marriage filled with love, challenges, and perseverance. Their bond stood as a testament to their devotion to one another and to their family. Randy was a man who found […]

Shirley Mae Burlin, 90, of South Toledo Bend, previously of Silsbee, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. A gathering of Mrs. Burlin’s family and friends will begin at 12:00 p.m., with her funeral service at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. Her interment will follow at R.S. Farmer Memorial Park, South Third Street, Silsbee. Shirley was born on February 16, 1936, in Port Arthur. She married the love of her life, J.W. Burlin in 1959. After working at Southwestern Bell Telephone Company as an operator, she resigned to be a homemaker and raise their three daughters. She was a devoted wife, mother and adored her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, J.W. Burlin; parents, Addie Mae and B.O. Buxton; and father, Martin Fontenot; sister, Trudy Fontenot; and brother, Martin James “Jimmy” Fontenot. She is survived by her […]

Benny Joe Davis, 79, of Silsbee, died Saturday, March 14, 2026. He was born on November 5, 1946, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Ruby Oller Davis and Eugene Davis. Survivors include his daughter, Melissa Gore and her husband, Douglas, of Fred; granddaughters, Ciera Kalk and her husband, Cameron, of Woodville; Tasha Workman of Fred; and Doulissa Gore and her fiancé, Jesse Smith, of Fred; great-grandchildren, Ace Gore, Malarie Kalk, Edward Kalk, and Charlotte Kalk. He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Amie Smith; and sister, Jennifer Ramsey. A memorial gathering will be 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. His cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont.