February 19, 1941 - February 26, 2026 George Edward Kelly, Jr. of Kirbyville, Texas went to his Heavenly home, Thursday, February 26, 2026. The services for Mr. Kelly will be Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church located at 105 W MLK, Jr, Kirbyville, Texas. The visitation will be at 1:00 P.M. prior to the funeral at 2:00 P.M. The interment will follow in the West Greenlawn Cemetery in Kirbyville, Texas. Services are under the direction of Robinson Funeral Hom

April 11, 1947 — February 27, 2026 Elise Janice (Amburn) Alford, from Newton, passed away at the age of 79. She was born April 11, 1947 in Aberdeen, Ms. and passed away Feb 24, 2026 at her home. Janice is survived by her sons Jerry, Les and his wife Sandie, sister LInda Bowman, brother Cloyce Bowman and his wife Mary. As well as her precious nieces, Rhonda McNeely and Daisy Thiebaud. Grandchildren, Hunter Amburn, Caleb Amburn, Kaydence Amburn, Kori Amburn, Bree Amburn and Bra

January 1, 1948 — February 23, 2026 U.S. Veteran Charles Luther Spotts, 78, passed away on February 23, 2026. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, carrying the values of duty, resilience, and loyalty throughout his life. He is survived by his wife Yuyun Spotts, four children: Daughter, Kelley Stephens, 54 & son- in- law Clayborn Stephens; Alan Spotts; Charlene Spotts; and RJ Spotts. He also leaves behind five grandchildren — three grandsons and

February 8, 1939 — February 26, 2026 James W. Butaud Jr.,87, of Kirbyville, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026. James was born in Port Neches, Texas on February 8, 1939 to James and Lillian Butaud. He was a resident of the area for over 42 years. He leaves behind his wife of 66 years, Algene Butaud, daughters Renee Myka and Algene D. Butaud; brother P.W. Todd Butaud; sisters Sue Butaud Goodwin, and Trish Budro; seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Condole

September 15, 1958 - March 1, 2026 James Dale Wilson, 67, of Kirbyville died Sunday, March 1, 2026 at Jasper Memorial Hospital. Funeral service will be 2:00 pm Wednesday, March 4, at Call Junction Baptist Church with burial at Trout Creek Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm prior to service. James was born September 15, 1958 in Kirbyville to Carl V. and Jo Ann (Griffitts) Wilson and was a Construction Superintendent. A former resident of Fannett, he had lived in Kir

September 12, 1936 - February 26, 2026 Howard Carter, 89, of Woodville, Texas passed away Thursday February 26, 2026. The Obituary for Howard Carter, is currently pending. Services for Howard Carter, are forthcoming. Final Services for Howard Carter, are under the Professional Care of Coleman's Family Mortuary 409 South Magnolia Woodville, Texas 75979 and CFM Jasper Funeral Home and Cremations 601 W. Gibson St. Jasper, Texas 75951 / (409) 283-3031 / www.colemansfamilymortuary

December 24, 1947 - February 27, 2026 Tyree Barlow, 78 of Woodville, Texas passed away Friday February 27, 2026 The Obituary for Tyree Barlow, is currently pending. Services for Tyree Barlow, are forthcoming. Final Services for Tyree Barlow, are under the Professional Care of Coleman's Family Mortuary 409 South Magnolia Woodville, Texas 75979 and CFM Jasper Funeral Home and Cremations 601 W. Gibson St. Jasper, Texas 75951 / (409) 283-3031 / www.colemansfamilymortuary.com To s

June 21, 1947 - February 25, 2026 U.S. Veteran E.C. Carruth Jr., 78, of Jasper passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 in Magnolia Springs. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, March 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Magnolia Springs Old Time Methodist Church in Magnolia Springs. E.C. was born in Port Arthur, Texas on June 21, 1947 to Elmer Carruth Sr. & Bernadine Carruth. A lifelong resident of Magnolia Springs, he proudly served his country in the United States

August 26, 1931 - February 26, 2026 Pansy “Pat” Howard, 94, of Colmesneil, Texas, was born on August 26, 1931, in Jasper, Texas. She was a devoted wife, dedicated sister, and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She worked for 20 plus years as head custodian at Woodville High School where she was loved and cherished by both staff and student body alike. She loved her “kids” there and enjoyed her job very much. She was a long-time member of the First Assembly

June 28, 1969 - February 23, 2026 Ruben Chavez Jimenez, 56, of Colmesneil, passed away February 23, 2026. Ruben Chavez Jimenez passed away on February 23, 2026. Born in Lubbock, Texas, on June 28, 1969, to Erineo and Guadalupe Jimenez, he lived in East Texas for many years. Ruben loved God and his family. Ruben was a husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He will be remembered for his kindness and compassion for all of those God put in his path. Ruben

May 26, 1943 - February 23, 2026 U.S. Veteran Paul White, loving father, husband, uncle, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, February 23, 2026. He was born on May 26, 1943, in Salyersville, KY. A man whose heart belonged fully to the Lord, his greatest joy was being in church, worshipping and spending time in God’s presence. His faith shaped every decision. For 43 years, Paul shared his life with his beloved wife, Bobbie

August 17, 1924 - February 24, 2026 Rae Louise Rachal, 101, of Woodville, Texas passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. The Obituary for Rae Louise Rachal, is currently pending. Services for Rae Louise Rachal, are forthcoming. Final Services for Rae Louise Rachal are under the Professional Care of Coleman's Family Mortuary 409 South Magnolia Woodville, Texas 75979 and CFM Jasper Funeral Home and Cremations 601 W. Gibson St. Jasper, Texas 75951 / (409) 283-3031 / www.colema

June 17, 1962 - February 24, 2026 Elisa Carole Stanley-Smith, 63, of Buna died Tuesday, February 24, at her daughters home in Silsbee. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 pm Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Genesis Baptist Church in Buna with burial at Antioch Cemetery under the direction of Adams EE Stringer Funeral Home in Buna. visitation will begin at 2:00 pm prior to service at the church. Lisa was born June 17, 1962 in Kountze, Texas to Jerrell Stanley and Alice (Pett

February 25, 1951 - February 18, 2026 Edkert Halbert, Jr. passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at the age of 74. Mr. Halbert was born February 25, 1951, in Macon, Mississippi. The services for Mr. Halbert will be Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the House of Prayer Church located at 330 Lee Miller Road, Silsbee, Texas. The visitation will be at 12:00 P.M. prior to the funeral at 1:00 P.M. The services are under the direction of Robinson Funeral Home-Silsbee, TX.

February 22, 1961 - February 20, 2026 Judy Van Smith of Silsbee, Texas went home to her Heavenly Father Friday, February 20, 2026, at the age of 64. The services for Mrs. Smith will be Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the New Hope Church Of God In Christ located at 1100 W. Avenue N, Silsbee, Texas. The visitation will be at 10:00 A.M. prior to the funeral at 11:00 A.M. The interment will follow in the Kirby Cemetery located at FM 92 North, Silsbee, Texas. Services are under th

April 6, 1949 — February 24, 2026 Larry Nichols, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 in Hemphill, Texas. A Celebration of Life reception will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with personal remarks at 3:45 p.m. at Shultz Funeral Home. Larry Gene Nichols was born on April 6, 1949 to Jesse and Nellie Nichols. A resident of Brookeland for over 40 years, he spent most of his time fishing claiming “Well, that was a good fish.” He is survived

September 23, 1966 — February 20, 2026 Michael Shannon “Hambone” Chambliss, passed away on February 20, 2026 in Jasper, Texas. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Harvest Church in Jasper with interment to follow Sanders Cemetery in the Beech Grove Community. The family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the church. Michael Shannon “Hambone” Chambliss was born to Charles Wayne & Carolyn Chambliss on Se

December 12, 1934 - February 23, 2026 Charles Elton Jones, 91 of Kirbyville passed away Monday, February 23, 2026 at St Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. Funeral service will be 10 am, Friday, February 27, 2026, at Kirbyville Church of Christ with burial at Magnolia Springs. Visitation will be 5-8 pm, Thursday, February 26th at Adams EE Stringer Funeral Home in Kirbyville. Born August 12, 1934, in Kirbyville to James Jones and Verbie (Everage), he served in the Navy. He worke

February 8, 1936 - February 22, 2026 Jasper Conley Smith, Jr., 90 of Buna passed away Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont. Funeral service will be 10 am, Saturday, February 28, 2026, at First Baptist Church in Buna with burial at Antioch cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-8 pm, Friday, February 27, 2026, at the church as well. Born February 8, 1936, to Jasper Conley Smith, Sr. and Zonnie Yvonne (Wilkinson), he worked as an engineer for NASA. He is su

June 3, 1961 - February 21, 2026 Mark Lee Levy, 64, of Kirbyville died February 21, 2026 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. Funeral service will be held 3:00 pm Friday, February 27, at Adams EE Stringer Funeral Home in Kirbyville with burial at Kirbyville Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm prior to service. Mark was born June 3, 1961 in Port Arthur, Texas to Julius and Brenda (Pierce) Levy and was a retired inspector for the Texas Highway Department. He is survived by