Broussard’s Mortuary Silsbee

Teresa “Dottie” Darlene Stults, 73, of Silsbee, died Sunday, November 16, 2025. She was born on March 21, 1952, in Kountze, to Alma Jewel Overstreet Stephens and Onnie Richard Stephens. Survivors include her husband, Rick Stults; son, Michael Smith and his wife, Lillian, of Stuttgart, Arkansas; grandchildren, Courtney Mixson and her husband, Darryl, of Calhoun, Louisiana; Melody McKinney and her husband, Matthew, of Silsbee; Jana Alkire and her husband, Dylan, of Madisonville, Kentucky; and Brock Smith of Stuttgart, Arkansas; great-grandchildren, Cassidy, Camilla, Pete, and Finley; siblings, Dale Stephens and his wife, Meletta, of Silsbee; Diane Smith of Silsbee; nephews, Rusty Stephens and his wife, Rebecca, of Lakeview; and Brandon Smith of Silsbee; nieces, Nedra Ledet and her husband, Bobby, of Kountze; Shree Welborn and her husband, Joe, of Silsbee; Haley Cook and her husband, Joseph, of Silsbee; and Tiffany Gates and her husband, Justin, of Silsbee; and numerous other nieces […]

Margie Wayne Walker, 86, of Colmesneil, died Saturday, November 15, 2025. She was born on March 4, 1939, in Port Arthur, to Ruby Belle Bruce and Welton Wayne Fondren. She is survived by her son, Bobby Walker of Colmesneil; grandchildren, Brittany Rene Walker and her husband, Todd Patterson, of Charlottesville, Virginia; and Courtney Daniel Howarth and her husband, Jr. Howarth, of Lumberton; and great-grandchildren, Sarah and Bella. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Billy Ray Walker; and son, Billy Ray Walker, Jr. Mrs. Walker will have a graveside service at 2:00 p.m., on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Mr. Pisgah Cemetery, Mt. Pisgah Road, Woodville, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Volney “Billy” Louis Ross III, 80, of Weatherford, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025. Born on June 13, 1945, in Bridge City, Texas, Billy spent most of his life in Southeast Texas, where he was known for his creativity, kindness, and deep faith. Billy proudly served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War and often shared stories of his time at sea. A man of many interests, he found joy in gardening, hiking, camping, and listening to music. He had a special love for the ocean and a talent for working with his hands—drawing, building, and crafting throughout his life. After a long career as a heavy equipment operator, Billy embraced retirement and spent his later years enjoying games of pool with friends at the local senior center, even purchasing his own table to hone his skills at home. Above all, Billy’s greatest devotion was to […]

Melissa Darlene Fowler, 61, of Woodville, died Saturday, November 1, 2025. She was born on September 28, 1964, in Houston, to Lavenia Mae Barnett and James Carol Perkins. Survivors include her children, Thomas Fowler and his wife, Rachel, of Spurger; and Sarah Meriwether and her husband, Brian, of Sulphur; grandchildren, Wyatt Fowler, Brinna Meriwether, Emersyn Fowler, JJ Meriwether; and Aniston Meriwether; mother, Lavenia Perkins of Kirbyville; siblings, Jimmy Perkins and his wife, Sue, of Spurger; Cindy Evdosuk and her husband, John, of Kirbyville,  and Pete Perkins and his wife, Charlotte, of Spurger; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father, James Perkins; and sister, Hazel Jacks. Melissa’s cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Charles “Chuck” Warren Brocato, Jr., 68, of Kountze, died Saturday, November 1, 2025. He was born on September 19, 1957, in Beaumont, to Lawanda Devon Taylor Brocato and Charles Warren Brocato, Sr. Chuck was born and raised in Southeast Texas. He graduated from Forest Park High School, where he made many lifelong friends. He went on to attend electrical apprenticeship school at night while working for Allied Electric. Chuck eventually took over his father’s vending business, Tri-Cities Vending, which became the line of work he was most known for. Chuck married Pamela Crowell in 1981 and together they had three wonderful children: Rachel, Trey, and Nicholas. Chuck always loved a good challenge — whether it was growing a huge garden, building a business idea, hunting for the biggest buck, or catching the biggest fish. Most of all, his greatest passion was his friends and family. Chuck was happiest as a […]

Michael Patrick Poncho, 53, of Spurger, died Friday, October 31, 2025. He was born on October 29, 1972, in Woodville, to Mae Elizabeth (Whaley) Poncho and Elwin Jenson Poncho. Survivors include his parents, Elizabeth and Elwin Poncho of Spurger; sisters, Vanessa Poncho and Kimberly Poncho, both of Spurger; nephew, Michael Reyna and his wife, Corie, of Woodville; aunts, Dona Norsworthy and her husband, Randy, of Spurger; Lenora Williams of Livingston; Ruthie Padilla of Livingston; Mary Poncho of Woodville; and Joyce Poncho of Livingston; and a host of cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandparents as well as his aunts and uncles. A gathering of Michael’s family and friends will be 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. His graveside service will follow at 1:00 p.m., at Franks Branch Cemetery, 21650 FM 92, Fred.

Lee Burke Joseph Foret, Sr., 81, of Lumberton, died Friday, October 31, 2025. He was born on September 22, 1944, in Pine Prairie, Louisiana, to Eliza Deshotel Foret and Charles Ray Foret. Survivors include his wife, Johnnie Foret; daughter, Cindy Coplen and her husband, Larry, of Lumberton; grandchildren, Kaylee Foret and her husband, Tristan Paskell, of Lumberton; Travis Coplen and his wife, Hillary, of Kountze; Skylynn White and her husband, Jimmy, of Kountze; Christian Coplen and his wife, Ashley, of Austin; Tanner Coplen and his wife, Emma, of Beaumont; and Keifer Coplen of Lumberton; great-grandchildren, Lincoln Paskell, Maverik Paskell, Zoe Coplen, Cypress Coplen, Remington Coplen, Parker Rao, Kase Coplen, and Graham Coplen; brothers, George Wayne Foret and his wife, Lana, of Moss Bluff, Louisiana; and Hubert Ray Foret and his wife, Vanessa, of Lake Charles, Louisiana. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Lee Burke Joseph Foret, Jr.; […]

Robert Lee Boyett, Sr., 86, of Kountze, died Friday, October 31, 2025. He was born on October 5, 1939, in Smackover, Arkansas, to Pauline Bates Boyett and Rudolph Carrol Boyett. Robert joined the U.S. Navy the day after he graduated high school, where he served for 20 years until his retirement in 1977. He and his wife, Joyce, married after only a month of dating and were together for fifty-four years. Robert loved his family, radio club, and was very passionate about his hobbies such as gardening and reading. His granddaughter who took care of him lovingly jokes that he was stubborn up until the very end. He will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him. Survivors include his children, Cindy Newland and her husband, Thomas, of Silsbee; Will Boyett and his wife, Angela, of Kountze; and Lynn Bellard of Kountze; daughter-in-law, Lynda Boyett of Corpus Christi; […]

Sergio Alejandro Ruiz, 29, of Beaumont, died Sunday, October 26, 2025. He was born on October 2, 1996, in Juticalpa, Olancho, to Dora Del Carmen Mena Mena and Danico De Jejus Ruiz Guifaro. How to explain to someone who is Sergio? He was a funny, hard working, grouchy, but loving man. He came to this country at a very young age in attempts to help his mother and brother. He has lived in Florida, New York, Louisiana, and Texas. He spent the majority of his time in Texas in attempts to stay near his son, Kevin. He did everything in his power to remain near him, support him and show him how much love he had for him. Lately he felt he truly was maturing and had settled down with a girlfriend who loved him very much. He has a very large family who cares for him and the impact […]

Dudley Eugene Harris, 91, of Lumberton, died Thursday, October 23, 2025. He was born on February 28, 1934, in Silsbee, to Nannie Griggs and Hardy Harris. Survivors include his children, Rhonda Gothberg and her husband, Roy, of Anacortes, Washington; Reneau Willett and her husband, Danny, of Lee Summit, Missouri; and Brady Harris of Lumberton; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Edith Louise Harris; and brothers, Bill Harris, Stanley Harris, and Weldon Harris. A reception for Mr. Harris’ family and friends will begin at 10:00 a.m., with his memorial service at 11:00 a.m., Friday, November 7, 2025, at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Memorial Garden, 1350 North 23rd Street, Beaumont. His cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

With hearts filled with sorrow, we celebrate the beautiful life of Kylie Anne Havard, who entered the presence of her Savior at the age of 17 on October 23, 2025. Though her time here was far too short, her impact was immeasurable. Kylie was beautiful inside and out, a rare and radiant soul whose wisdom, compassion, and quiet strength set her apart. She possessed a sharp wit and a mind that was endlessly curious. Once you earned Kylie’s trust, she freely shared her warmth and humor, and you couldn’t help but love her. Her smile—so precious and full of light—could brighten any room. She was a natural leader, becoming president of her 4-H Club at just ten years old, and she continued to lead by example in every area of her life. She attended  The Texas Academy at Lamar University where she was an active member of the Society of […]

Loretta Ann Chandler, 56, of Vidor, died Monday, October 20, 2025. She was born on November 9, 1968, in Galveston, to Carolyn Taylor and Henry Garza. She is survived by her husband, Don Chandler; children, Kayla McKay of LaPorte; Jessica Banaszak of Vidor; and Lydia Brown and her husband, James, of Shepherd; bonus children, Jennifer Dupree and Denise Chandler; grandchildren, Aaron, Reese, Brian, Samantha, James, C.J., Johnny, Lilly, Jace, Jyles, Ethan, and Chasity; and siblings, Larry Lewis of Kirbyville; Arthur Garza and his wife, Candy, of Lufkin; and Angela Watson and her husband, Bobby, of Silsbee. She is preceded in death by her parents. A graveside service will be 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at R.S. Farmer Memorial Cemetery, South 3rd Street, Silsbee, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Katherine Norwood Smith, 82, of Buna, died Sunday, October 19, 2025. She was born on March 4, 1943, in Vidor, to Essie Wallace and Roland Flay Norwood. Katherine was a very smart, kind, and loving woman. She was a teacher and geologist, and also a librarian for the City of Port Arthur. She was a member and former lector of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Vidor. One of her favorite hobbies was belly dancing. She often performed at the Texas Renaissance Festival, and at various restaurants in the Houston and Beaumont areas during the mid 70’s through the mid 80’s. Survivors include her son, Joel Lené and his wife, Tonya, of Vidor; grandchildren, Stephanie Campos and her husband, Kevin; Christopher Junot; and Matthew Lené, all of Vidor; great-grandchildren, Amelia and Olivia Campos; and stepchildren, Elizabeth Hillquist and her husband, Don, of Vidor; Stephanie Bush of Groves; Russell Smith and […]

Daniel “Danny” Thomas Farnsworth, 53, of Lumberton, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Friday, October 17, 2025, after a courageous ten year battle with brain cancer. He was born on July 14, 1972, in Fort Hood, to Francis Ann Erwin and Donald Clair Farnsworth, Jr. A devoted husband, proud father, doting pop, loving brother, and caring friend whose love for his family and passion for life left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. Dan began his electrical career in 2000, where he became a Journeyman Lineman, and he retired as a General Foreman in 2016. He loved being outdoors—from fishing with his brother and friends to long weekends hunting in Llano. Dan enjoyed vacationing with his family, especially going on many cruises with his wife. He found a love for cooking after retiring, especially smoking meat on his Recteq. Dan adored spending time with and showing […]

Betty Ruth Matthews, 84, of Kountze, died Thursday, October 16, 2025. She was born on August 26, 1941, in Texarkana, to Audie Mae Patterson Sanders and Fred Sanders. Survivors include her daughter, Angela Gage and her husband, Michael, of Kountze; grandchildren, Kendra Clark of Kountze; Kayci Bach and her husband, Chris, of Groves; Allen Gage and his wife, April, of Orangefield; Zachary Gage of Houston; and Doug Gage and his wife, Minh, of Beaumont; seven great-grandchildren; and brothers, Fred Sanders, Jr. and Wayne Sanders, both of Shady Point, Oklahoma. She is preceded in death by her parents, Audie and Fred Sanders. Ms. Matthews cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Susan Fern Black, 78, of Buna, died Friday, October 10, 2025. She was born on April 21, 1947, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to Marion Fern Pearson Parker and Gladwin “Bud” Parker. Susan worked for Evadale Independent School District for over twenty years. She was a member of New Beginnings Assembly of God Church in Evadale, where she had a passion for children’s ministry. Survivors include her loving husband, Bill Black; children, Kenneth Edward Black of Evadale; Kathryn Black McClelland and her husband, Scott, of Six Mile, South Carolina; and Gregory Gladwin Black and his wife, Brandy, of Evadale; grandchildren, Heather Huff and her husband, Coleman, of Central, South Carolina; Destiny McClelland of Senaca, South Carolina; Morgan Black and his wife, Katlin, of Evadale; Casey Black of Lumberton; Parker Black and his wife, Emily, of Lake Heath, England; and Katie McClelland of Kissimmee, Florida; great-grandchildren, Hadleigh Black, Everleigh Black, and Adeline Huff; […]

Douglas Leon Unger, 87, of Silsbee, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, October 10, 2025. Born on September 29, 1938, in Palestine, Texas, he was the youngest of six children of Irene Ellen Smith Unger and Oliver Bernard Unger. Doug retired in 2005 from MeadWestvaco Paper Mill in Evadale after twenty-nine years of service. Before that, he enjoyed a twent-three year career with Fox Photo, which reflected his lifelong interest in photography. A gifted musician, Doug’s love for music began in childhood. He played multiple instruments—including piano, guitar, trumpet and dulcimer—led several church choirs, and possessed a voice often compared to Mario Lanza’s. His passion for music led him to the love of his life, Kaye Stephens, whom he first met while seeking a piano player for a new church band. Their paths crossed again a few years later at a church in Dallas, […]

Georgia “Sue” Woodard, 68, of Silsbee, died Wednesday, October 8, 2025. She was born on August 30, 1957, in Racine, Wisconsin, to Cleola O’Quinn Clark and George Clark. She was a reporter for the Silsbee Bee for several years. Survivors include daughter, Tracey Gore; sister, Ruby Gore; brother, Brian Clark; stepsons, Jeff Woodard, and Tony Woodard; six step-grandchildren; niece, Lisa Richardson and her husband, Joe; great-niece, Kayla Richardson; great-nephew, Dustin Richardson; and many close friends and family members. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Michael Woodard; son-in-law, Jerry Lynn Gore; and brother, Butch Clark. Her cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. Memorial contributions can be made to Wiley Mae Community Baptist Church, 9823 Old Spurger Highway, Silsbee, Texas 77656.

Norris Ebb McGallion, 66, of Silsbee, died Monday, October 6, 2025. He was born on March 24, 1959, in Kountze, to Vinney Ard McGallion and Elmer McGallion. Survivors include his loving wife, Laura McGallion; daughter, Nikki Hooks; grandchildren, Skylar Hooks and her wife, Colleen Parr; Dakota Hooks and his fiancé, Jaden Potter; Lexie Lewis; Haley Lewis; Morgan Payne and her husband, James Payne; Shelby McGallion and her fiancé, Layne Reed; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Willie McGallion; and sister, Louise McGallion Watts and her husband, R.C. He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Amber Vinell McGallion; brothers, Bo McGallion and Herbert McGallion. A gathering of Mr. McGallion’s family and friends will be 3:00 p.m., Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. His cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont.

Johnnie Brandon, 95, long time resident of the Wildwood Resort City in Village Mills, Texas ascended into the arms of his Heavenly Father on Monday, October 6, 2025, after a brief illness. Mr. Brandon, also known as Daddy, Paw Paw, Paw Paw #2 and Johnnie B was born in Santa Anna, Texas, on July 19, 1930, to parents Bernice Shannon Brandon and Arthur Brandon. Johnnie grew up in the Stephenville, Texas. He enlisted in the United States Army Air Force in March of 1949, serving four years and defending his country as a medic in the Korean War.  He was discharged in November 1952 and began his long career in the telecommunications industry. Mr. Brandon’s career took him all over the United States, traveling through or working in 47 of the 50 states, including the Alaskan Pipeline and internationally in Columbia, South America.  Johnnie was an excellent self-taught telecommunications expert who […]

Charlene Stimits Butchee, age 85, of Buna, passed away on October 5, 2025, and went home to be with the Lord, where God had prepared a place for her. Her room was ready (John 14:1-3). She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. We find comfort in knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord (2 Corinthians 5:8). Charlene was born on November 1, 1939, in Buna, to Charlie and Jessie Lee McGalin, the oldest of five sisters and one brother. Charlene and her husband, Roy Albert Stimits, married in 1957 and had two children, Monica Ann Mahfouz and Roy Alan Stimits. Charlene retired from the Buna Nursing Home as the Assistant Administrator. She attended the Chenier Business College, where she earned an Accredited Record Technician designation, and subsequently obtained her professional certification as a Registered Record Administrator through […]

Ruben Mark Doggett, 88, of Silsbee, died Sunday, October 5, 2025. He was born on September 15, 1937, in Hurstown, to Lola Belle Lout Doggett and Edgar Moore Doggett. Survivors include his children, Marla Doggett of Beaumont; and Keri Arrington and her husband, Greg, of Silsbee; grandchildren, Zachary Hulet of Lumberton; Hannah Abbott and her husband, Devin, of Sour Lake; Brandon Stumpf, Kyler Stumpf, Milla Arrington, all of Silsbee, Briana Doggett of League City, and Savannah Doggett of Silsbee; great-grandchildren, Beau and Briggs Abbott of Sour Lake; and sisters, Jo Powell of Houston and Janice Lack of Silsbee. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Carolyn Doggett; son, Billy Doggett; and brothers, Darrell and Spencer Edgar Doggett. A gathering of Mr. Doggett’s family and friends will be 10:00 a.m., with his funeral service at 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 10, 2025, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. His interment […]

We are gathered here today to honor and celebrate the remarkable life of Allyne “Jan” Janice Gandy Wilson — a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was 90 years old when she peacefully passed from this life on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Jan was born on September 23, 1935, in Wright City, Texas, to Retha Bell Morris Gandy and William David Gandy. From the very beginning, Jan’s life was grounded in faith, family, and service—three values that shaped every chapter of her journey. In 1960, a seemingly ordinary day at a Shoney’s in Charlotte, North Carolina turned into a life-changing moment when Jan met the love of her life, Russ Wilson. That meeting sparked a love story that would last over 64 beautiful years. A year later, they moved to Texas and began building a life filled with love, laughter, and purpose. Jan’s early career was a […]

Barbara Jo Roberts, 82, of Silsbee, died Saturday, October 4, 2025. She was born on July 31, 1943, in Kirbyville, to Athernor Morris Neely and Olen Neely. Survivors include her son, Stephen Olen Marlow and his wife, Gloria, of Alabama; grandson, Stephen Marlow of Alabama; and sisters, Sally Jones and her husband, Ray, of Bleakwood; Pam Metcalf and her husband, Bill, of Silsbee; and Beth Stivender and her husband, Michael, of Kirbyville. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lonnie Allen Roberts; siblings, Brenda Burnes, Joyce Neely, William Neely, and Peggy Bowman; and her beloved dog, Prissy Jo. A graveside service for Mrs. Roberts will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Davis Cemetery, County Road 475, Beulah Springs, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Michael “Todd” Anderson, 58, of Kountze, left this world on Saturday, October 4, 2025. He was born on September 20, 1967, in Kountze, to Reba Jean Smith Anderson and James Noel “Dodie” Anderson. A devoted husband, proud father, doting Pop, loving brother, and caring friend whose love for his family and passion for life left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. He was a big man with an even bigger heart for those he loved. Todd was a self-made businessman and the proud owner of All Phase Building and Construction. Through his hard work, he built this business into a successful company with his own two hands. Todd had a deep love for the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and vacationing with family and friends; however, some of his favorite days were spent in front of a good TV show with his best buddy, Scooter, in his […]

Melba Jewell Bennett, 82, of Kountze, died Saturday, October 4, 2025. She was born on March 2, 1943, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to Jewell Rinks Wood and Claude William Wood. Survivors include daughters, Julie Osborne and her husband, Vince, of Kountze; Lynne Bennett of Denver; Diane Rodgers and her husband, Michael, of Gulf Breeze, Florida; and Tammye Brown and her husband, Patrick, of Illinois; grandchildren, Reese Bennett, Logan Pruitt, and Laynie Rodgers. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Clark Bennett; grandsons, Clayton Bennett and Levi Pruitt; and brother, Loyd Wood. Her graveside service will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 18, 2025, at R.S. Farmer Memorial Cemetery, South Third Street, Silsbee, under the direction of Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.

Douglas Wade Arnold, 85, of Fred, passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. He was born on December 3, 1939, in Galveston, to Belvia Jeanette Cunningham Arnold and Ernest Cecil Arnold. Doug loved the Lord and his family.  He enjoyed football, fishing, hunting, and hiking (basically any outdoor activity).  He summitted Mount St Helen as a sixty-seven year old and ziplined in Alaska at sixty-nine.  He was also a prankster who loved to pull stunts on unsuspecting family and friends. For Belvia’s 80th birthday, he and Shirley dressed up in complete clown makeup.  She did not recognize them and had to be told who they were. There are tales of toilet monsters, batteries on toes, alligators in boats and bathrooms, life-threatening tube rides, and many, many more.  He was well-known in Washington for his “Dougisms”.  The office staff wanted him to write a book listing all of them. He also […]

Alfredo Magdaleno Torres, 53, of Silsbee, died Monday, September 29, 2025. He was born on July 17, 1972, in La Piedad, Mexico, to Petra Magdaleno Torres and Martin Torres. Survivors include his children, Beaux Torres of Louisianna; Bubba Torres of Bazior County; Daniel Porzadek; Alexis Porzadek and spouse, Joseph Maggard; Allison Porzadek all of Lumberton; Adrianna Porzadek and spouse, Ayden Bell, of Beaumont; and Jacob Porzadek Torres of Lumberton; grandchildren, Graeyson Cole Porzadek; Logyn Porzadek-Maggard; Everett Porzadek-Maggard; and Baby Jackson; siblings, Maria Torres; Josefine Castro; Estella Trevino; Linda Arvizu; Martin Torres; Pancho Magdaleno; and Elizabeth Grimes; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, Sofia Torres, and granddaughter, Presley Maggard. A gathering of Mr. Torres’ family and friends will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., with a Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m., Friday, October 10, 2025, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. His […]

Sofia Bernadette Torres, 50, of Silsbee, died Monday, September 29, 2025. She was born on April 15, 1975, in Detroit, Michigan, to Mary Rita Rossman and Giles Lucin Porzadek. Survivors include her children, Daniel Porzadek; Alexis Porzadek and spouse, Joseph Maggard; Allison Porzadek; Jacob Porzadek Torres, all of Lumberton; and Adrianna Porzadek and spouse, Ayden Bell, of Beaumont; grandchildren, Graeyson Cole Porzadek; Logyn Porzadek-Maggard; Everett Porzadek-Maggard; and Baby Jackson; siblings, Denise McGaugh and her husband, Bobby, of Yucaipa, California; Debbie Seffard Shakely of Las Vegas, Nevada; Melissa Shaw and her husband, Chris, of Silsbee; and Rose Ataway and her husband, Bobby, of Orange; and numerous nieces and nephews. A gathering of Mrs. Torres’ family and friends will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Friday, October 10, 2025, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. Her cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont.

Edward Lee Smith, 81, of Buna, died Saturday, September 27, 2025.  He was born on January 29, 1944, in Port Arthur, to Lillie LeDeaux Smith and Iris Newton Smith.  Mr. Smith proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a kind, smart, and very wise man. He was never without a smile and a kind word to say, and he brought joy into every room he entered. He was always joking, laughing, and having fun; but could still have the deepest conversation with you. He was the extreme of both. He loved astronomy, had an unusual love of music, and had a scientific mind that he operated from in everything he did and thought about. Survivors include his wife, Katherine Smith; children, Elizabeth Hillquist and her husband, Don, of Vidor; Russell Smith and his wife, Kimla, of Orange; and Stephanie Bush of Groves; stepson, Joel Lene and […]