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Velena Irene Taylor

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Velena Irene Taylor
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Velena Irene Taylor, 43, of Orange, passed away, Tuesday, June 24, 2008, at St. Mary's Hospital in Port Arthur.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, the 27th at First United Pentecostal Church in Orange, under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Reverend Gary Wheeler will officiate.

Visitation will begin at 6:00 p.m. Thursday at the church.

Velena was born August 15, 1964, in Orange, to David William and Helen Marie Jackson Clark.

Velena was a member of and played the keyboard for the First Pentecostal Church Choir.

She was preceded in death by her father, David Clark.

She is survived by her husband, Steven Taylor; her mother, Helen Clark; grandmother, Una Pearl Jackson; son, Aaron Keith Arpin and wife Victoria of Deweyville, and their daughter, Faith Elizabeth Arpin; son, David Hodges and wife Jackie and their children, Braden and Courtney; daughter, Tina Hodges and her children, Cody and Shelby; brother, David Lee Clark and wife Theresa; and sister, Darlene Williams and husband Phillip and numerous nieces and nephews.

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Anonymous July 16, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of a great loss. I know she is with her maker and she is at peace. Valena, was one of a kind, and one who touch hearts in so many ways. I know she touched mine and always knew how to make me laugh when I needed it! Her smile and her ##imported-begin##Leanne Shull##imported-end##
Anonymous July 14, 2008
My sweet friend, V ~ I am so sad to hear that we lost you. You fought so hard and for so long. I will always admire your strength. Aaron, your Mom was an amazing woman and always lit up a room with her smile. My heart is heavy for you. My love and prayers##imported-begin##Kelly Couts-Jones##imported-end##
Anonymous June 30, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear about Velena. I worked at Citizens with her in 2000. She was such a sweet, upbeat person who contributed so much to lift others up and was there for anyone if they needed help or just someone to talk to. My condolences to the family##imported-begin##Sandra Gayle Wood##imported-end##
Anonymous June 29, 2008
She was loved by all who knew her and will be greatly missed. She took everyone she met into her heart. In Love always, Jacqueline##imported-begin##Jacqueline Jones##imported-end##
Anonymous June 28, 2008
Sis. Clark, I just wanted to send my condolences to you and your family. I haven't seen Valena in a few months. Although when we were growing up, you and her had great influence in my life. I will miss her and be praying for those left to cherish he##imported-begin##Janice Hicks Kimball##imported-end##
Anonymous June 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Velena was a wonderful person and a great friend. I will miss her dearly as I know you will, but I know she is with the Lord now and in a much better place. I pray you can find comfort in that.##imported-begin##Deborah Pope##imported-end##
Anonymous June 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with those left behind. May the Lord strenghten each of you and give you peace and comfort through this time in your life.##imported-begin##Kim Fuquay##imported-end##
Anonymous June 26, 2008
Steve: Our condolences are with you. We will pray for peace for you and Velena's family. Aaron Grimes & Family##imported-begin##Aaron Grimes##imported-end##
Anonymous June 25, 2008
So sorry to here of your loss, our prayers are with you and your family at this time, and always. Just so you can remember who I am the daughter of the deceased Betty Sanders.##imported-begin##Annie Sanders Crank##imported-end##
Anonymous June 25, 2008
Steven, We were sorry to hear about Velena. Even though we did not know her, David and Jackie shared with us the fact that you loved her very much. We will be praying for you and wish you much peace at this sad time. Love, Chris, Carla, Sarah,B##imported-begin##Carla Parks##imported-end##
Anonymous June 25, 2008
STEVEN AND FAMILY I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOST OF VELENA. SHE WAS A VERY SPECIAL SISTER TO ME. I WILL ALWAYS LOVE AND TRESSURE HER SO MUCH. THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU. LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH. THANKS FOR SHARRING HER WITH ME. LOVE YOUR MEA##imported-begin##ANGIE##imported-end##
Anonymous June 25, 2008
What a sad loss for all Velena's family. Velena & I used to work together and even though it's been awhile, her sweet smile & great laugh have remained in my heart. Velena will be deeply missed but we can rejoice that she is no longer suffering. She's pla##imported-begin##Sue##imported-end##
Anonymous June 25, 2008
My thought's and prayers are with each and everyone of you during this time of sadness. May God lift the saddness from your hearts and turn it into joy. By just knowing Velena, it made life a joy. Ricky G Wright##imported-begin##Ricky G Wright##imported-end##
Anonymous June 25, 2008
To the family, My prayers are with you and for you prayers during this very difficult time. Valena was a very special person. I was blessed to have her as a spirited and lively friend and a co-worker. In my heart she remains... always.##imported-begin##Christine Gardener##imported-end##
Anonymous June 24, 2008
Velena will be loved and missed so much and by so many! God needed your voice like an angel in his choir. I am praying for your family. Love you, Binky! Kim##imported-begin##Kimberlyn Moriarity##imported-end##
Anonymous June 24, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.##imported-begin##Terry and Theresa Franz##imported-end##
Anonymous June 24, 2008
Dad and Paw Paw, We are extremely sorry for the loss of Valena. We shared some great times together and she will be truly be missed by our family. We love you and will keep you in our prayers.##imported-begin##David, Jackie, Kids##imported-end##
Anonymous June 24, 2008
I can not tell you how much heartache I feel for the lost of this lifetime friend. I know that God has a divine plan for all of us. Binky...Some of the greatest memories in my life have been shared with you. I love you and will never forget our time toge##imported-begin##Brooke##imported-end##
Anonymous June 24, 2008
May God sustain all of you now and in the days to come as you heal from the loss of Valena. We are all so blessed to have shared the time she was with us and singing for the Glory of God. I know that she can "Shout Now". Dolores Hall##imported-begin##Dolores Hal##imported-end##