Obituaries for
Clayton - Thompson Funeral Directors
Pedro Miguel Martinez
Apr 17, 2026
Pedro Miguel Martinez nació el 25 de febrero de 1928 en San Juan Opico en el departamento de La Libertad en El Salvador. Sus padres fueron Vicente Callejas y Marcos Martinez. A los 8 años de edad dejó la escuela para trabajar y ayudar a su mama.
Años después, conoció a Maria Zoila y se casaron el 8 de diciembre de...
John Buckley Green, Jr.
Apr 15, 2026
John Buckley Green, Jr., a devoted mechanic, community member, and beloved family man, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, in Port Arthur, Texas. Born on April 25, 1952, in Houston, Texas, John lived a full life marked by dedication to his craft, his family, and the communities he cherished.
John was known throughout his neighborhood as "the mechanic," a testament...
Cynthia Lee Solberg
Apr 12, 2026
Cynthia Lee Solberg, a beloved educator and cherished member of the Groves community, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, in Groves, Texas. Born on October 9, 1937, in Tyler, Texas, Cynthia dedicated her life to the service of others, leaving a legacy marked by devotion, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to education.
Cynthia’s illustrious career as a fourth-grade teacher served...
Napoleon Duy-Hieu Quach
Mar 27, 2026
Napoleon Duy-Hieu Quach, beloved son, brother, and uncle, passed away on March 27, 2026, in Beaumont, Texas. Born on August 25, 1990, in Port Arthur, Texas, Napoleon made Beaumont his home — and left a lasting mark on everyone in it.
He lived with a spirit that drew people in effortlessly. Always the life of the party, he had a way...
Prangrat Goodman
Mar 25, 2026
Prangrat "Dang" Goodman, a cherished mother, grandmother, and beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on March 25, 2026, in Port Neches, Texas. Born on October 21, 1945, in Bangkok, Thailand, she carried with her a rich heritage and a lifelong love for family, learning, and nurturing the world around her.
Dang’s life was marked by...
Myrtle Ann Loyacano
Mar 23, 2026
Myrtle A. Loyacano, a devoted mother, beloved grandmother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, in her hometown of Port Arthur, Texas. Born on November 27, 1931, in Port Arthur, Myrtle lived a life marked by unwavering dedication to her family and church, a passion for nurturing those she loved, and a warm spirit...
Darrell Mario Surgi
Mar 21, 2026
Darrell Mario Surgi was a devoted husband and loving father. A humble member of his community, Darrell died on March 21, 2026, in Port Arthur, Texas. Darrell was born on December 8, 1952, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and lived a life marked by hard work and deep love for his family, friends and nature.
Darrell was a one-man show for over...
Myrna Lee "Bugs" Becker
Mar 15, 2026
Myrna Lee "Bugs" Becker, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished member of the Port Arthur community, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026, in Silsbee, Texas. Born on April 3, 1935, in Port Arthur, Texas, Myrna's life was a testament to warmth, dedication, and spirited joy.
A familiar and comforting presence to many, Myrna served the community as a School...
Gwendolyn Marie Field
Mar 14, 2026
Gwendolyn Marie Field, a beloved member of the Port Arthur community and a devoted parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, in her hometown of Port Arthur, Texas. Born on October 9, 1940, to Mildred and Dewey Porter, Gwendolyn’s life was marked by deep faith, enduring commitment to family, and a long-standing dedication to...
Larry Wayne McElroy
Mar 11, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Larry Wayne McElroy, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who entered into eternal rest on March 11, 2026, in Spring, Texas. Born January 29, 1944, in Port Arthur, Texas, Larry had a life filled with pride, joy, and dedication.
Larry spent his career of 35 years working for Unocal/Conoco-Phillips...
Arthur Allen Wigley, Jr.
Mar 5, 2026
Captain Arthur Allen Wigley, Jr., 69, a lifelong resident of Sabine Pass, Texas, was born November 10, 1956 in Orange, Texas.
Arthur was known to everyone as “Jr.” He came to Sabine Pass on the back of an old pickup truck driven by his dad, and Sabine Pass became his lifelong home. The community and the sea helped shape the man...
Darleen Gail Daniels
Mar 5, 2026
Darleen Gail Daniels, a cherished wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend, was born on September 26, 1949, in Port Arthur, Texas. She peacefully departed this life on March 5, 2026, in Canyon Lake, Texas. Darleen's life was a testament to her unwavering spirit, dedication to family, and passion for her work and hobbies.
A remarkable businesswoman, Darleen was the proud owner...
Teddy Roy Stansbury
Mar 5, 2026
Teddy Roy Stansbury passed away on March 5, 2026 at the age of 72 in Groves, Texas. He was born on February 4, 1954 in Port Arthur, Texas to Solomon Brock Stansbury and Helen Bernice Albers-Stansbury. Teddy was 1 of 6 kids. Siblings: Larry Stansbury, Mike Stansbury, David Stansbury, Connie Cormier, and Robin Juneau.
After being discharged from the United States...
Thomas E. Knowles
Mar 4, 2026
Thomas E. Knowles, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, in Beaumont, Texas, at the age of 89. Born on October 24, 1936, in New York City, New York, Thomas forged a life characterized by hard work, devotion, and a steadfast commitment to his family and faith.
His early years were marked by a...
Monika Charnley
Mar 1, 2026
Monika Charnley, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026, in Beaumont, Texas, at the age of 76. Born on May 24, 1949, in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Monika embraced life with warmth and a spirit of generosity that touched the hearts of all who knew her.
As a dedicated Baker Manager at Alford's Supermarket, later becoming Bruce's Market, Monika's passion for baking was...
Kristin Rose Hardin
Feb 25, 2026
Kristin Rose Hardin, age 51, of Port Neches, Texas, passed away on February 25, 2026.
She was born on December 7, 1974, in Port Arthur, Texas, to James Hardin and Denise Placette Perron.
Kristin was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend to many. She graduated from Bridge City High School in 1993. Kristin worked for many years in the medical industry....
Anthony L. Romero
Feb 24, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony L. Romero, a beloved Tug Boat Captain with Amerita Hess. Anthony was born on January 1, 1949, in Port Arthur, Texas, and departed this life on February 24, 2026, in Orange, Texas. He was a man of many talents and a cherished presence in the lives of his...
Donald Wayne Mayfield
Feb 23, 2026
Donald “Don” Mayfield passed away February 23, 2026 peacefully at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont Texas with his loved ones by his side.
Don Mayfield was born February 1,1945 in Bogalusa, Louisiana to Jack Mayfield and Lucille Fontana Mayfield. Don was a one of a kind individual. He carried his love for his home state throughout his life with his unwavering love...
Etoyle Jane Tinney
Feb 20, 2026
Etoyle Jane Tinney, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, in Winnsboro, Texas, at the age of 97. Born on October 18, 1928, in Birmingham, Alabama, she spent her formative years in a nurturing environment, surrounded by the love of her parents, Elbert Jefferson McCain and Iris Belle Isbell-McCain.
Etoyle dedicated much of...
Arthurine Gentile Bourque
Feb 11, 2026
Arthurine Gentile Bourque, born on September 24, 1928, in Port Arthur, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026, in her beloved hometown. A cherished member of her family and community, Arthurine was well-known for her warmth, her laughter, and the delicious homemade spaghetti that brought everyone together around the dinner table.
Arthurine graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1947,...
Pedro Miguel Martinez
Apr 17, 2026
Pedro Miguel Martinez nació el 25 de febrero de 1928 en San Juan Opico en el departamento de La Libertad en El Salvador. Sus padres fueron Vicente Callejas y Marcos Martinez. A los 8 años de edad dejó la escuela para trabajar y ayudar a su mama.
Años después, conoció a Maria Zoila y se casaron el 8 de diciembre de...
John Buckley Green, Jr.
Apr 15, 2026
John Buckley Green, Jr., a devoted mechanic, community member, and beloved family man, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, in Port Arthur, Texas. Born on April 25, 1952, in Houston, Texas, John lived a full life marked by dedication to his craft, his family, and the communities he cherished.
John was known throughout his neighborhood as "the mechanic," a testament...
Cynthia Lee Solberg
Apr 12, 2026
Cynthia Lee Solberg, a beloved educator and cherished member of the Groves community, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, in Groves, Texas. Born on October 9, 1937, in Tyler, Texas, Cynthia dedicated her life to the service of others, leaving a legacy marked by devotion, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to education.
Cynthia’s illustrious career as a fourth-grade teacher served...
Napoleon Duy-Hieu Quach
Mar 27, 2026
Napoleon Duy-Hieu Quach, beloved son, brother, and uncle, passed away on March 27, 2026, in Beaumont, Texas. Born on August 25, 1990, in Port Arthur, Texas, Napoleon made Beaumont his home — and left a lasting mark on everyone in it.
He lived with a spirit that drew people in effortlessly. Always the life of the party, he had a way...
Prangrat Goodman
Mar 25, 2026
Prangrat "Dang" Goodman, a cherished mother, grandmother, and beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on March 25, 2026, in Port Neches, Texas. Born on October 21, 1945, in Bangkok, Thailand, she carried with her a rich heritage and a lifelong love for family, learning, and nurturing the world around her.
Dang’s life was marked by...
Myrtle Ann Loyacano
Mar 23, 2026
Myrtle A. Loyacano, a devoted mother, beloved grandmother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, in her hometown of Port Arthur, Texas. Born on November 27, 1931, in Port Arthur, Myrtle lived a life marked by unwavering dedication to her family and church, a passion for nurturing those she loved, and a warm spirit...
Darrell Mario Surgi
Mar 21, 2026
Darrell Mario Surgi was a devoted husband and loving father. A humble member of his community, Darrell died on March 21, 2026, in Port Arthur, Texas. Darrell was born on December 8, 1952, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and lived a life marked by hard work and deep love for his family, friends and nature.
Darrell was a one-man show for over...
Myrna Lee "Bugs" Becker
Mar 15, 2026
Myrna Lee "Bugs" Becker, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished member of the Port Arthur community, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026, in Silsbee, Texas. Born on April 3, 1935, in Port Arthur, Texas, Myrna's life was a testament to warmth, dedication, and spirited joy.
A familiar and comforting presence to many, Myrna served the community as a School...
Gwendolyn Marie Field
Mar 14, 2026
Gwendolyn Marie Field, a beloved member of the Port Arthur community and a devoted parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, in her hometown of Port Arthur, Texas. Born on October 9, 1940, to Mildred and Dewey Porter, Gwendolyn’s life was marked by deep faith, enduring commitment to family, and a long-standing dedication to...
Larry Wayne McElroy
Mar 11, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Larry Wayne McElroy, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who entered into eternal rest on March 11, 2026, in Spring, Texas. Born January 29, 1944, in Port Arthur, Texas, Larry had a life filled with pride, joy, and dedication.
Larry spent his career of 35 years working for Unocal/Conoco-Phillips...
Arthur Allen Wigley, Jr.
Mar 5, 2026
Captain Arthur Allen Wigley, Jr., 69, a lifelong resident of Sabine Pass, Texas, was born November 10, 1956 in Orange, Texas.
Arthur was known to everyone as “Jr.” He came to Sabine Pass on the back of an old pickup truck driven by his dad, and Sabine Pass became his lifelong home. The community and the sea helped shape the man...
Darleen Gail Daniels
Mar 5, 2026
Darleen Gail Daniels, a cherished wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend, was born on September 26, 1949, in Port Arthur, Texas. She peacefully departed this life on March 5, 2026, in Canyon Lake, Texas. Darleen's life was a testament to her unwavering spirit, dedication to family, and passion for her work and hobbies.
A remarkable businesswoman, Darleen was the proud owner...
Teddy Roy Stansbury
Mar 5, 2026
Teddy Roy Stansbury passed away on March 5, 2026 at the age of 72 in Groves, Texas. He was born on February 4, 1954 in Port Arthur, Texas to Solomon Brock Stansbury and Helen Bernice Albers-Stansbury. Teddy was 1 of 6 kids. Siblings: Larry Stansbury, Mike Stansbury, David Stansbury, Connie Cormier, and Robin Juneau.
After being discharged from the United States...
Thomas E. Knowles
Mar 4, 2026
Thomas E. Knowles, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, in Beaumont, Texas, at the age of 89. Born on October 24, 1936, in New York City, New York, Thomas forged a life characterized by hard work, devotion, and a steadfast commitment to his family and faith.
His early years were marked by a...
Monika Charnley
Mar 1, 2026
Monika Charnley, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026, in Beaumont, Texas, at the age of 76. Born on May 24, 1949, in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Monika embraced life with warmth and a spirit of generosity that touched the hearts of all who knew her.
As a dedicated Baker Manager at Alford's Supermarket, later becoming Bruce's Market, Monika's passion for baking was...
Kristin Rose Hardin
Feb 25, 2026
Kristin Rose Hardin, age 51, of Port Neches, Texas, passed away on February 25, 2026.
She was born on December 7, 1974, in Port Arthur, Texas, to James Hardin and Denise Placette Perron.
Kristin was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend to many. She graduated from Bridge City High School in 1993. Kristin worked for many years in the medical industry....
Anthony L. Romero
Feb 24, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony L. Romero, a beloved Tug Boat Captain with Amerita Hess. Anthony was born on January 1, 1949, in Port Arthur, Texas, and departed this life on February 24, 2026, in Orange, Texas. He was a man of many talents and a cherished presence in the lives of his...
Donald Wayne Mayfield
Feb 23, 2026
Donald “Don” Mayfield passed away February 23, 2026 peacefully at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont Texas with his loved ones by his side.
Don Mayfield was born February 1,1945 in Bogalusa, Louisiana to Jack Mayfield and Lucille Fontana Mayfield. Don was a one of a kind individual. He carried his love for his home state throughout his life with his unwavering love...
Etoyle Jane Tinney
Feb 20, 2026
Etoyle Jane Tinney, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, in Winnsboro, Texas, at the age of 97. Born on October 18, 1928, in Birmingham, Alabama, she spent her formative years in a nurturing environment, surrounded by the love of her parents, Elbert Jefferson McCain and Iris Belle Isbell-McCain.
Etoyle dedicated much of...
Arthurine Gentile Bourque
Feb 11, 2026
Arthurine Gentile Bourque, born on September 24, 1928, in Port Arthur, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026, in her beloved hometown. A cherished member of her family and community, Arthurine was well-known for her warmth, her laughter, and the delicious homemade spaghetti that brought everyone together around the dinner table.
Arthurine graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1947,...

