Carol Ray Vanya Price 65 of Batson, Texas affectionately known as the Pie Lady went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday March 31, 2013 at Baptist Hospital of Beaumont. Carol was born April 23, 1947 in Liberty, Texas to Ray Vanya and Gracie Wiggins she had lived in Batson, for most of her life and was a homemaker and cook and alo a member of The First Baptist Church of Batson. Carol was known as Pie Lady, Grandma, Granny, and Maw-Maw. She loved being around her family and cooking for her family and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Ray Vanya and Gracie Wiggins, Brother Terrell Gene Vanya, sister-in-law Valda Vanya. Sister Nelda ' Coonie' Riley, Janice Marie Vanya and niece Susan Thornton. Survivors are husband William Price Sr. of Batson, Sons Jason Price and wife Heather of Thicket, William Price III and wife B.J. of Batson, James Shirley and wife Maria of Moss Hill, Mark Shirley and wife Scarlett of Moss Hill, William Price Jr. and wife Kim of Baytown, and David Price of Dallas. Daughter Charlotte Price Barker and husband Raymond of Moss Hill. Brother Raymond Vanya and wife Sue of Batson, sisters Freda LeNormand of Batson, Terry McOmber and husband Bob of Hardin, and numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Grandchildren are Gracie, Monte, Kaylee, Stephanie, Katelyn, Lance, James, Evan, Preston, Garrett, Morgan, Jesse, Brittany, Faith, Candace, Josh, Austin, Adam, Kaylee, Wolfie, Ashley and D.J. Great-grandchildren; thirteen. A service of remembrance will be held Wednesday April 3, 2013 at 11:00A.M. At New Life Assembly of God Church of Batson, with Reverend Tolbert Hudspeth and Reverend Bill Campbell officiating, interment will follow at The Moss Hill cemetery in Moss Hill. The family will be receiving friends on Tuesday April 2, 2013 from 5:00P.M. Until 9:00P.M. also at the church. Serving as pallbearers are Bubba Guedry, Will Guedry, Bruce Lockart, Randel LeNormand, Lance LeNormand, Kevin Vanya, Jeff Wakefield, James Cantrell, Monte Price, Garrett Price, Morgan Price, Preston Price. Honorary pallbearers are Cecil Slankard, Erwin Watson, Byron Watson, Michael Watson, Dan Beasley, Cody McOmber, Wolfie Price, Jessie Shirley, Austin Shirley, Josh Shirley and Chuck Alexander.
Condolences
B.J. Price - Daughter-In-Law
May 4, 2024
Its been a week and 1 day since she passed, knowing that I will never get to speak to her again, I wish I could have one more word with her, I would tell her don't worry about everybody, I will take care of them, all of them & that I love her. I will miss her we had a special relationship.
Charlotte Price - Daughter
May 4, 2024
moma i love you and i miss u deeply i needed to call u my cast iron cornbread pan rusted and i didnt know if i should reseason it or just wash it and oil it so i did what i thought you would do i love you forever and always i miss you
Dean And Robbie Vassar - Friend
May 4, 2024
We have several fond memories of Carol. We know she is in a better place with no more suffering. Peace be with the family.
Amy Hickman - Friend Of The Family
May 4, 2024
To the family. I am sorry to hear of Carol's passing, I know you all loved her very much. May the Lord give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Amanda (Price) Smith - Houston, Tx - Neice
May 4, 2024
Sunday I learned of the unfortunate and untimely death of my Aunt Carol. There are no words to describe the shock that I am feeling right now, and I cannot possibly imagine the shock and sorrow that has been thrust on your family as well. Please accept my sincerest condolences. May memories you have and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time Yours in mutual grief, Amanda (Price) Smith
Juanette Valentine - Niece
May 4, 2024
LOVE Aunt Carol Ray My thoughts and prayers are with all of you
Trishmarie Cavitt - Bear Creek, Tx - Niece
May 4, 2024
Be at peace Aunt Carol, my thoughts and blessings are with you guys - I love you
Orville & Valerie Davis - Thicket, Tx
May 4, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. She was a wonderful lady and will be truly missed.
Charlene Valda Tanner - Humble, Tx - Great Aunt To B.J. Gipson Price
May 4, 2024
I am an aunt to B.J. and Mrs. Price was always so kind to me-especially when my Father--Norman Tanner passed away. She brought over food and we talked about people that we knew. It was an honor to meet her---the Pie Lady!! May God forever bless her Soul and heal her family's pain from her loss.