12/30/2010
Ruth Fenley, 76, of Center, passed away Thursday, December 30, 2010 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.
Services will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 3, 2011 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Charles Williams and Bro. Jerry Lewis officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday, January 1, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born May 2, 1934 in Center to Noah and Sallie (Stewart) Lucas. She was a member of Old Salem Missionary Baptist.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Noah and Sallie Lucas, Daughter, Patsy Lander, Brothers and Sisters, Huey Lucas, Ada Mae Stewart, Fleta Nobles, John Lucas, Bernice Lucas and P.D. Lucas, Brothers-in-law and Sisters-in-law, Esther Lucas, Gladys Lorene, Roxie Lucas, Johnny Fenley, Zeno Fenley and B.J. Fenley, Mother-in-law and Father-in-law, Elva Norris & Viola Fenley and Son-in-law, Tommy Moss.
She survived by:
Husband of 54 years:
Elton Fenley of Center
Children:
Glenn Fenley & wife Laurie of Baytown
Tommy Fenley & wife Francine of Splendora
Anita Moss of Center
Grandchildren:
Misti Whittley & husband, Bill, Brandon Fanestiel & fiancé Nickie Hughes, Lacy & Lucas Fenley
Noah Fenley & wife Amanda, Eric Moss & wife Karen, Barrett Moss, Justin Moss & Vincent Page & wife Stephanie
Great Grandchildren
Truit, Christopher & Taylor Whittley
Aedan, Conner & Nolan Fenley
Kale Moss
Blake, Madison & Camden Fanestiel
Ryder Fenley
Chloe Fenley
William & Jacey Page
Brother:
J.C. Lucas & wife Joyce of New Caney
Brother-in-law & Sisters-in-law:
Nelva Fenley
Lamar Fenley & wife Frances
Host of Nieces and Nephews
3 Very Special: Roy Noble, Geraldine Tomlin & Dee Lucas
Numerous Friends & Relatives
Pallbearers:
Noah Fenley, Eric Moss, Justin Moss, Barrett Moss, Conner Fenley
Brandon Fanestiel, Bill Whittley, Truit Whittley and Christopher Whittley
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
12/29/2010
Reece Thomas Smith, 97, died in his home near Milam, TX, after an illness. Mr. Smith was born in Time, TX. to June and Vessie Brittain Smith. He retired from Graver Tank and Oil and was a farmer/rancher all his life. Mr. Smith was a member of the Pendleton Assembly of God in Pendleton, LA.
He is survived by three sons; Millard Smith and his wife Johnnie of Milam, Lamar Smith and his wife Ruth of Patroon, Tommy Smith and his wife Juanita of Sam Rayburn, TX, two daughters; Janice Hughes of Center and Brenda Elliott of Lufkin, his sister Zelma Blasingame of Garland, TX, one son-in-law Morris Shofner of Houston, thirteen grand children, thirty-one great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm, Friday, Dec. 31, 2010, in the Starr Funeral Home, 510 Starr St., Hemphill, TX. Funeral services will be at 1:00 pm, Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011, in the Starr Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Liberty Springs Cemetery near Milam.
Memorials may be made to Hospice in the Pines, 116 South Raguet, Lufkin, Tx 75904; Pendleton Assembly of God Church, 14152 Texas Highway, Many, La 71449; or Liberty Springs Cemetery Fund, 2000 Reeves Road, Milam, Tx 75959.
12/28/2010
Jereldine Fry, age 71, of Bryant, Arkansas, passed away Monday, December 27, 2010, at the Saline Memorial Hospital. She was born on February 19, 1939, to her late parents, Waymon Alexander and Vivian Gann Alexander of Shelbyville, TX. Jereldine was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Wickes, Arkansas. In addition, she was an outstanding cook, loved gardening and was a very caring person.
She is survived by five sons:
Eugene Gregston and wife Sheila of Shelbyville, TX
Jay Gregston and wife Kay of Victoria, TX
Paul Gregston and wife Renee of Hot Springs, AR
Ramon Fry, II and wife Bora of Killeen, TX
Tony Fry and wife Dana of Bryant, AR
One sister, Helen Harbison of Friendship, TX
Nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Ramon Fry, Sr.; her brother, Sonny Alexander; and her sister, Joyce Adams.
Funeral services will be 11:00am, Thursday, December 30, 2010, at Griffin Leggett Forest Hills Funeral Home, 10200 Hwy 5 North, Alexander, AR (501-455-1067) with Reverend Todd-Paul Taulbee officiating. A visitation will be held from 6:00pm until 8:00 pm, Wednesday, December 29, 2010, at the funeral home.
To sign the online guest book, please visit www.griffinleggettforesthills.com
12/27/2010
Jerald Reynolds, 52, of Joaquin, passed away Monday, December 27, 2010 at his residence.
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 31, 2010 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Mike Hodge and Bro. Jack Wills officiating. Burial will follow Reynolds Cemetery in Shelbyville. Visitation will be Thursday, December 30, 2010 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born May 6, 1958 in Shelby County to V.A. Reynolds and Alma (Cooley) Reynolds.
He is preceded in death by his Father, V.A. Reynolds, Brothers, Virgil Allen Reynolds and Stacy Lynn Reynolds.
He is survived:
Daughter:
Cheryl Foley of Joaquin
Mother:
Alma Reynolds of Carthage
Grandchildren:
Kendell Foley of Joaquin
Logan Foley of Joaquin
Kathy Foley of Joaquin
Brother:
Albert Reynolds & wife, Judy of Joaquin
Sister-in-law:
Betty Reynolds of Carthage
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Funeral services for Arnold Felix Kaluza, Jr., 62, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, December 30, 2010, at Tennessee Presbyterian Church, Timpson, with the Revs. Kenneth Verner and Robert Adamson officiating. Interment will follow in Tennessee Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 noon until service time at 2:00 PM at Tennessee Presbyterian Church.
Arnold Felix Kaluza, Jr., passed away Sunday, December 26, 2010, in Tyler, TX. Born February 26, 1948, in Galveston, TX, he was the son of Helen C. Kaluza and the late Arnold F. Kaluza, Sr. After graduating from Timpson High School in 1966, he graduated from Panola College and attended Texas Tech University. He installed elevators and was a member of Local 31 Elevator Worker’s Union.
Survivors include his wife Angela Kaluza of Cleveland, TX; mother Helen C. Kaluza of Timpson; son Nathan Kaluza, wife Lynn, and children Bethany and Emma of Timpson; son Arnold Kaluza, III, wife Heather, and children Alison and William of Hendersonville, TN; sister Joanne Cooper and husband Dick of Tatum; and numerous other grandchildren, nieces, and relatives. In addition to his father, Arnold was preceded in death by his sister Jeanette Kaluza.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Timpson Volunteer Fire Department and Timpson Volunteer Ambulance Service.
12/25/2010
Memorial service for Iva Nell (Johnson) Cordero, 62, of Longview, TX, will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, December 27, 2010, at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, TX, with Rev. Carroll Jones officiating. Ms. Cordero passed away December 23, 2010, in Longview, TX.
Born May 6, 1948, in Timpson, TX, Iva Nell Cordero was the daughter of the late Clem Lavoy and Bobbie Lee (Woods) Johnson. She loved her family, painting, and animals, especially her puppies that she called her “babies” – Tine-Tine, Kori, and Sissy.
Survivors include her brother Jimmy Ray Johnson of Beckville, TX; sister Betsy Hightower of Longview; special nephews Berdette Wayne Hightower and Jerry Lamar Hightower; a cousin who was like a sister to her Jean Johnson and husband Leland; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. In addition to her parents, Iva Nell Cordero was preceded in death by her brother Rodney Lamar Johnson and nephew Brian Keith Hightower.
To convey condolences or to register on-line, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX, is in charge of arrangements.
Charles Thomas Redmon, 84, of Center, passed away Thursday December 23, 2010 South wood Nursing Home in Henderson, TX.
Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, December 27, 2010 at North Jericho Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, December 26, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born January 15, 1926 in Oil City, Louisiana.
He is preceded in death by his Son, Ricky Redmon, Daughter, Evie Lou Redmon, Daughter, Anita Parker and Grandson, Jason Redmon.
He is survived by:
Son:
Kenneth Redmon of Waxahatchie
Son:
Verl Redmon of Henderson
Son:
David Whitton & wife Shana of Center
Daughter:
Becky Sims of Center
Daughter:
Rita Hendricks & husband, Jerry of Center
Daughter:
Ann Idhe & husband, Chris of Oregon
17 Grandchildren
29 Great Grandchildren
2 Brothers:
Jerry Boyd
Jack Boyd
Sister:
Norma Boyd
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins & Friends
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
12/23/2010
Haward Warren Bonner, 79, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, December 23, 2010 at a Shreveport hospital. He was born April 21, 1931 in Joaquin to Rufus Bonner and Alma Cox Bonner. Mr. Bonner was a member of First Baptist Church in Joaquin
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Sunday, December 26, 2010 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Monday, December 27, 2010 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Paul Silvey and Bro. Elmer Mathews officiating Interment will follow at Lone Cedar Cemetery in Joaquin.
Pallbearers will be Rodney Dean, Roger Balkcom, Glenn Oates, James Carroll, Lonnie Belrose, Johnny Barr, Jeremy Boyett and Mike Moore. Honorary pallbearers will be Mr. Bonner’s grandchildren.
He is survived by:
Wife, Dorothy Bonner of Joaquin
Sons:
Randy Bonner & wife Jeannette of Joaquin
Mark Bonner of Joaquin
Tim Bonner & wife Jenifer of Joaquin
Daughter:
Janet Metcalf & husband Bubba of Tenaha
Grandchildren:
Zachary Bonner & wife Laurie of Willis
David Bonner & wife Holly of Joaquin
Amanda Bell & husband Justin of Center
Wade Bonner of Joaquin
Rana Metcalf of Dallas
Jacob Metcalf of Tenaha
Justin Wilburn of Joaquin
Hana Bonner of Joaquin
Kyla Metcalf of Tenaha
Kaylee Metcalf of Tenaha
Five Great Grandchildren
Brother, James Bonner of Shreveport
Sister, Mert Westerfield & husband James of Joaquin
Also a host of other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Rufus Bonner and Alma Cox Bonner
Son, Larry Bonner
Sisters and Brothers-in-Law, Gertrude Adams & husband Elton, Rose Gray & husband Auburn “J.A.”, Mildred Ramsey & husband Bill
Sister-in-Law, Cleo Bonner
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Houston Gunter, 91, passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at his home in Hope Arkansas. Mr. Gunter was a long time resident of Shelby County, and was the owner of the Patroon Sawmill in the 1950’s and early 60’s. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marie Gunter.
Houston Gunter is survived by two sons: Jim Gunter (Judie) and Mark Gunter, both of Hope Arkansas and two daughters: Janet Gibson(Kirk) of Dade City Florida and Elaine Warrington (Dick) of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Also a daughter-in-law, Ruth Gunter of Tyler
He is also survived by grandchildren: Christie Adams, Craig Gunter, Tim Gibson, Wendi Zebell, Lee Warrington, and Eric Warrington, as well as 10 great-grandchildren.
Services for Houston Gunter will be held Sunday, December 26, 2010 at 2 o’clock at the Brazzel/Oakcrest Funeral Home in Hope Arkansas.
Funeral services for Betty Jean (Youngblood) Prince, 81, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 3:00 PM, Sunday, December 26, 2010, in Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, with interment in Shady Grove Cemetery, Timpson. Visitation will be from 1:30 PM, Sunday, December 26, until service time at 3:00 PM.
Born February 17, 1929, in Sabinetown, Texas, Betty Jean Youngblood Prince was the daughter of Hamp and Hattie (Taylor) Youngblood. Betty loved outdoors and nature as she grew up in Sabinetown. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, and cooking. She loved her family and was devoted to her friends and church. She was a member of Heritage Missionary Baptist Church in Center.
Survivors include her son Kenneth Prince and wife Renee of Timpson; daughter Cindy Ramsey and husband Mike of Lufkin; sisters Evelyn Rhame of Florien, LA, Helen Ward of Merryville, LA, Deltha Ann Hopkins of Florien, LA, and Martha Mae Youngblood of Merryville; brother Douglas P. Youngblood of Sabinetown; grandchildren: Michelle Ramsey King, Wayne Edward Ramsey, Derrick Prince, Dakota Barr, Shasta Wiley, Nathan Barr, and Blake Prince. In addition to her parents, Betty Prince was preceded in death by her brother Lewis Youngblood and her husband Edward Prince in 1985.
To convey condolences or to register on-line, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX, is in charge of arrangements.
12/22/2010
Mr. William Scott Jordan, 60, of San Augustine, passed from this life on Wednesday, December 22, 2010, in Nacogdoches, Texas, after an extended illness.
Scott was born to Helen (Wesley) Jordan, and William Garner Jordan on March 24, 1950, in Austin, Texas. He worked for the Broaddus Independent School District, and served as a Missionary for several years. He was a Eagle Scout and a member of the First Baptist Church in Broaddus, Texas.
Memorial Services will be held on Sunday, December 26, 2010, at 2 p.m. in the First Baptist Church, Broaddus, Texas. Dr. Wayne Barth will officiate. Cremation was chosen by the family.
Those left to cherish his memory: His Wife: Carolyn Jordan of Broaddus; His Children: Laura Ann Jordan of Tyler, Eric Wesley Jordan his wife, Kristin of Pineville, La; and Sarah Nicole Jordan of Tyler.
Mr. Ben Stagner, 75, of Broaddus, passed away late Monday evening, December 20, 2010, in Houston, Texas.
Ben was born to Mary Murray (Stagner) and Ellis Emmitt Stagner on September 24, 1935, in Pineland, Texas. He served in the U.S. Army, and was employed in sales - piping, valves fittings, for R.V. Trailer Sales.
Funeral Services will be Thursday, December 23, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. in the First United Pentecostal Church, in Broaddus, Texas. Bro. Mark Green will officiate. Interment will follow in the Broaddus Cemetery in Broaddus, Texas.
His survivors include: His wife, Marilyn Stagner of Broaddus; Son: Brad Lee Stagner and his wife, Vickey of Highlands; Daughters: Melissa Kay Denson and her husband, Ray of Huffman; Donna Hawks of Highlands; Debbie Kay Thompson and her husband, Jimmy of League City; Mindi Lorette and her husband, Phillip of Baton Roudge, La.; and Tammy Mason of Crosby; Grandchildren: Jason Thompson, Lacy Robinson, Cory and Amanda Hawks, Ashley Nelson, Jennifer Thompson, and Cason Hawk, Ethan Denson, Bryce Mason, Ryan Fleming, and Blake Fleming; Great-Grandchildren: Payton Star Hawks; Brother: Rob Stagner and his wife, Jean of Wimberley; along with numerous nieces and nephews; Brother-in-law: Travis Woods and his wife, Lois of Plum Grove, Texas; Special Friends: Bull Dobbson and his wife, Mary Helen of Highlands.
Visitation will begin Thursday, December 23, 2010, at the First United Pentecostal Church, in Broaddus, Texas, beginning at 11:00 a.m.
Linda Gail Furlow Holt, 60, of Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at a Shreveport hospital. She was born March 26, 1950 in Orange to James Harold Furlow and Alma Letty Strong Furlow. Linda was a member of Willow Grove Community Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Sunday, December 26, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Monday, December 27, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Melba Rodgers and Willie Holley officiating. Interment will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery in Joaquin. Pallbearers will be Daniel “Boone” Davis, Caleb “Noonie” Metcalf, Jonathon Cheshire, Hunter Holt, Donnie Furlow and Darren Furlow. Honorary pallbearers will be David Holt, Ron Holt, Larry Holt, Tim Holt, Rocky Curry, John Haak, Brandon Franks, Dwayne Bernard and Robert Pringle.
She is survived by:
Husband, Lennis Holt of Joaquin
Daughters:
Cherry Lynn Holt of Joaquin
Bambie Rena Holt & husband Mikle Putnam of Joaquin
A’Dana Kay Holt of Joaquin
Son, Kevin Reed Holt & wife Tasha of LeBlanc, Louisiana
Grandchildren:
Boone, Noonie, Jonathon, Haley, Amber, Lani, CoCo, Katy, Hunter, Becca, Haven, Jacy, Haven, Myia, Brandon, Brandi and Christopher
Great Grandchildren:
McKenzie and Dominique
Mother, Alma Letty Furlow of Logansport
Brothers:
Larry Furlow & wife Brenda of Logansport
Harry Furlow of Joaquin
Also numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
Preceded in death by:
Father, James Harold Furlow
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Funeral services for Wilson Cozart, 70, of Houston, TX, will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, December 23, 2010, at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, TX, with Rev. Alvin Hancock officiating. Interment will follow in Corinth Cemtery, Timpson. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 PM, Wednesday, December 22, at Taylor Funeral Home. Mr. Cozart passed away December 21, 2010, in Houston, TX.
Born September 7, 1940, in Center, TX, Wilson Cozart was the son of the late Thomas Jefferson Cozart and Lona Adelle (Wilson) Cozart. He had retired as a truck driver for Zolman Construction Company and was a Baptist.
Survivors include his wife Valinda Ann (Clark) Cozart of Houston; son Lucas Wayne Cozart and wife Diana of Huffman,TX; daughter Amy Michelle Corpus of Houston; brothers Billy Cozart and wife Diane of Spring, Thomas Cozart and wife Pat of Garrison, and Jerry Cozart of Garrison; sisters Sadie Burgay of Center and Sue Stilley and husband Jimmy of Timpson; 4 grandchildren: Michael Joseph Corpus, Cortney Ann Corpus, Seth Christopher Cozart, and Aiden Bryce Cozart. In addition to his parents, Wilson Cozart was preceded in death by his brothers Elton Cozart and Kenneth Cozart.
To offer condolences or to register on-line, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX, is in charge of arrangements.
12/21/2010
Orlena Rosario Ernesta Moncada, 10 months old, of Center, passed away Monday, December 20, 2010 at her home. She was born February 10, 2010 in Lufkin to Ernesto Moncada and Catherine Michelle Warren.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm, Thursday, December 23, 2010 at Campti Cemetery in Shelby County.
She is survived by:
Mother, Michelle Warren of Center
Step-Father, Paul Beard, III of Center
Father, Ernesto Moncada of Center
Sister, Victoria Warren of Center
Grandmother, Bobbie Warren of Center
Grandmother, Rosario Moncada of Mexico
Great Grandfather, Sidney Tatum of Center
Aunts and Uncles:
Chris Warren of Center
Hector & Mary Moncada of San Augustine
Irene & Leon Grimaldo of Austin
Elvia & Manuel of Austin
Elisa & Victor of Bastrop
Leticia & Manuel of Mexico
Rene Moncada of Austin
Tomas Moncada of Austin
Osvaldo Moncada of Mexico
Special Cousins:
Blake Warren of Center
Devin Warren of Center
Also numerous other relatives
Preceded in death by:
Great Grandmother, Orlena Tatum
Uncle, Stephen Tatum
Aunt, Pamela Oswald
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Billy Lee Wescoat, 76, of Center, passed away Monday, December 20, 2010 at Oak Manor Nursing Home in Nacogdoches. He was born June 3, 1934 in Tuscola, Michigan to Floyd Wescoat and Addie Saxton Wescoat. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean conflict, and was a member of the VFW Post #8904.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, Sunday, December 26, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm, Sunday, December 26, 2010 at McClelland Cemetery in Shelby County.
He is survived by:
Daughters:
Virgie Stone of New Caney
Donna Ballard of Gatesville
Bobbye Stone of Humble
Billy Solice & husband Joe of Nacogdoches
Nine Grandchildren
Twenty Two Great Grandchildren
Sisters:
Sally Davis of Tennessee
Dianne Siebert of Michigan
Also numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by:
Wife, Dorothy Wescoat
Daughter, Leslie Ruffin
Great Grandson, Jonathon Corona
Granddaughter, Dorothy Tonya Briggs
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/20/2010
Mrs. Joanna Johnson, 75, of Chireno, passed from this life late Friday evening, December 17, 2010, at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital in Nacogdoches.
Joanna was born September 6, 1935, in Camp Ruby, Texas, to Cecil (Neal) Havard and Boley Havard. She had retired from Armco Steele; her late husband, along with her, were longtime residents of the the Chireno, Texas area; together they had owned the Acorn Lumber Company, located off 1751, in San Augustine County, Texas, and she was City Manager for the City of Chireno, Texas for a number of years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Chireno.
Graveside Services will be held on Monday, December 20, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. in the Fielders Cemetery in Hungtington, Texas. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, 316 West Columbia Street, San Augustine, Texas 75972.
Those left to cherish her memory are her children; Jimmie Johnson and his wife, Carolyn of San Aguustine; Greg Johnson Johnson of Chireno; and Larry Johnson of Chireno; Grandchildren: Seth and Jackie Johnson, Kathryn Johnson, Mollie and Raymond Amburn, Kandy Cash, Brady Johnson, and Brock Johnson; Great-Grandchildren: Payton Carter, Annamarie, Tucker and James; Sister: Frances English of Houston; Brother-in-law: Lynn Mugent of League City; and Sister-in-law: Lyndell Rice of Charleston, Arkansas; along with numeorus neices and nephews, and many special friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years; Jimmie A. Johnson; also 2 brothers and a sister.
Serving as Pallbearers will be Mike Havard, Stephen Spenser, David Perkins, John Welch, Joe Brown, Kelly Martin, and Boyd Gartman; Honorary Pallbearers will be Kenneth Murray, and Ricky Holloway.
Online obituary and condolences are accepted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
12/18/2010
William G. (Billy) Spears, 90, of Joaquin, TX was transported by the angels to his heavenly home on December 18, 2010. Mr. Spears was born February 29, 1920 in DeSoto Parish, LA to William Henry and Cora Ophelia Armstrong Spears.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Doris Wana Spears Ray.
Mr. Spears proudly served his country in the US Army during WWII. He retired after 30 years with Texaco. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting and most of all spending time with his family. He spent most of his life serving the Lord in church as a deacon, church secretary-treasurer, and Sunday School Teacher. Although he was a very quiet man, his gentle, kind spirit touched the hearts of many people.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Dorothy Faye Wilburn Spears; two sons Jarrel Wayne Spears and wife Carla of Joaquin, TX, Ronald Gordon Spears and wife Georgia of Houston TX; one daughter Wanda Kay (Kayse) Spears Carroll and husband David of Joaquin, TX; Four grandchildren, Dea Valerie Spears Henry and husband Kerry of Henderson, TX; Ali Christian Spears Chandler and husband Jason of Bossier City, LA; Summer Lindsey Spears Lindsay and husband Chad of Houston, TX; and Shelby Taylor Spears of Houston, TX. Six great-grandchildren Bart, Nik, and Kenzy Henry of Henderson , TX; Jali and Jaret Chandler of Bossier City, LA and Emerson Lindsey of Houston, TX and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Visitation will be at the First Baptist Church Logansport from 12:00 noon until the service at 2:00pm Monday December 20, 2010. Officiating will be Rev. Charles Hall and Bro. Lance Cypert. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Honoring Mr. Spears as pallbearers will be Kerry, Bart & Nik Henry, Jason Chandler, Chad Lindsey, & Jamie Carroll. Honorary Pallbearers: Alvis, Royce & Larry Buckley, Wayne Adams, Bernard Waggoner, Parker Lee Garrett & David Graves.
Funeral services for James “Jim” Edward Whiteside, Jr., 62, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, December 22, 2010, at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, with Rev. Elmer Mathews and Rev. Tim Lovelady officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemtery, Timpson. Mr. Whiteside passed away December 18, 2010, in Timpson, TX.
Born August 27, 1948, in Wurzburg, Germany, Jim Whiteside was the son of the late James “Red” Edward Whiteside, Sr. and Clovis Hulon Sanders Whiteside. He was a graduate of Timpson High School and attended Panola College and Texas A & M University before graduating from Stephen F. Austin State University. Jim married Brenda Rogers of Timpson on December 21, 1968, and she survives him. He and his father were co-owners of Whiteside Chevrolet in Timpson, and later he was owner of JBM Transportation. Jim was also a member of First Christian Church, Timpson.
Survivors include his wife Brenda Rogers Whiteside of Timpson; son Matt Whiteside of Nacogdoches; and mother-in-law Mary Eva Rogers of Timpson.
Visitation will be from 1:00 PM, Wednesday, December 22, until service time at 2:00 PM. To offer condolences or to register online, please visit www.taylor.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX, is in charge of arrangements.
Janet Denice Glover, 59 of the Woodlands, passed away Saturday, December the 17, 2010 in the Woodlands. She was born August 24, 1951 in Houston to Mafitte Oswell Samford and Helen Jame Jones Samford. She was a member of the Woodlands Oaks Church of Christ. Memorial donations can be made to the Smith Cemetery fund in care of Ellen Manning 4430 State Highway 7 East, Center, Texas 75935. Pallbearers are Brandon Lee, Sean Herrin, Alan Ray, Matt Jones, David Jones and Bobby Formean.
Visitation will be held from 1pm to service time on Sunday, December the 19, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Tim Perkins officiating. Interment will follow at Smith Cemetery in Shelby County.
She is survived by:
Son, Jerry Glover of Houston, TX
Parents, Oswell and Helen Jones Samford of Center
Brother, Kenny Adamek of the Woodlands
Anumber of Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and a Host of Friends
She was preceded in death by Son, Randy Glover
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/17/2010
Graveside service for Mary Alice Cash Davis, 75, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, December 18, 2010, in Patroon Cemetery, Shelby County, Texas. Mrs. Davis passed away December 16, 2010, in Timpson, TX.
Born December 21, 1934, in Patroon, Texas, Mary Alice Cash Davis was the daughter of the late Luther and Gladys (Giles) Cash. She was a sales manager in the grocery business.
Survivors include her daughter Charlotte Graeff and husband Benny of Sunset, LA; sons Albert Gerald Corbell, Jr. and wife Linda of Center, TX, and William Kirk Corbell of Carthage, TX; sister Annie Ruth Flournoy of Lafayette, LA; grandchildren: William Sean Fava and wife Pam, Kayla Breedlove and husband Chad, Rachael Graeff, Leah Graeff, Ashley Corbell, Matthew Corbell, Whitney Corbell, Jeffery Cole Corbell II, Courtney Corbell, and Leslie Corbell; 7 great grandchildren; special cousin who was like a sister to her, Tommie Alexander of Timpson; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
In addition to her parents, Mary Davis was preceded in death by her brother Aaron Thomas Cash and son Jeffrey Cole Corbell.
To convey condolences or to register online, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
Dan L. Matthews, 75 of Center, passed away Thursday, December 16, 2010 at his home. He was born March 5, 1935 in Shelbyville to Wayland Matthews and Thelma Swanzy Matthews. Mr. Matthews was a member of First United Methodist Church of Shelbyville.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Friday, December 17, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, December 18, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Carla Reed officiating. Interment will follow at Neuville Cemetery in Shelby County.
He is survived by:
Wife of 55 years, Kathleen Matthews of Center
Son, Glenn Matthews & wife Becky of Center
Daughter, Linda Phillips of Port Neches
Grandchildren:
Michelle Lapeyrolerie & husband Vince of Bridge City
Luke Matthews of Center
Daniel Matthews of Center
Special Great Grandchild, Eli Matthews of Center
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Wayland Matthews and Thelma Swanzy Matthews
Grandparents, Iverson and Elizabeth Matthews
Grandparents, Floyd and Willie Swanzy
Pallbearers will be Luke Matthews, Blake Gauthier, Daniel Matthews, Mike Gauthier, Greg Powell and Dustin Parker. Honorary pallbearers will be Trevor Doggett, Bobby Collins, Jimmy Payne, James Enmon, John O’Bannion, George Warren, Bobby Vittetoe, John Doggett, Casey Bryan and Cody Bryan.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Mrs. Betty Jean Murphree, 79, of Center, TX went to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, December 16,2010. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Elwyn Murphree, her oldest son Michael Bruce Murphree (Dianne) and her parents, Revis and Madie Ryan Morton of Blount County, Alabama.
She is survived by one son, Pastor Don Carlton Murphree (Cherry) of Center; one daughter. Pamela Murphree Wilkes (John) of Birmingham, AL; three grandchildren
Micah Murphree, Grant Murphree and Daniel Murphree, 2 sjsters Judv Nichols of Birmingham, AL and Susan Newfield of Stewart, Florida; 2 brothers Phillip Morton
Mrs. "Betty" was born in Oneonta, AL where she met and married Elwyn Murphree. He was the love of her life and she was his. The poultry industry took Betty, Elwyn and their children to Texas in 1984, where they lived until their passing. She taught Sunday School and was an active member of Center Christian Fellowship for many years.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8pm on Sunday, December 19th at Watson and Sons funeral home in Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00pm on Monday, December 20th at Watson & Son's Chapel in Center. Texas.
Burial to follow in Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center, TX.
12/16/2010
Wilma “Maxine” Dent, 81, of Gary, passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at her residence.
Services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at First United Methodist Church in Joaquin with Bro. Randy Smith officiating. Burial will follow at New Prospect Cemetery in Timpson. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 21, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born November 9, 1929 to Mac Hassell and Hessell (Gibson) Hassell. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Joaquin.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Mac & Hessell Hassell and Brother, Milard Hassell.
She is survived by:
Husband of 60 years:
Roy Dent of Gary
Son:
Roy Mac Dent & wife, Hazelina of CA
Daughter:
Deann Clark & husband, Mike of Florida
Son:
Tom Dent & wife, Dee of Gary
Son:
Joe Dent & Deb of Gary
Son:
Kenny Dent & wife, Teresa of Gary
9 Grandchildren:
Jennifer & Kimberly
Dustin & Amanda
AJ
Trevor, Simone & Hailey
Frog
7 Great Grandchildren
Numerous Cousins, Nieces & Nephews
Brothers-in-law & Sisters-in-law:
Troy & Kay Dent of Florida
Quida Whiteside of Austin
Ted & Pat Dent of Nacogdoches
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
12/15/2010
Ronald Ralph Ayres, 63, of Center, passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport. He was born June 5, 1947 in Nacogdoches to Barron Ayres and Mary Frances Oliver Ayres. He served in the US Army.
Visitation will be held from 9:30 am to 11:00 am, Friday, December 17, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, December 17, 2010 at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Shelby County.
He is survived by:
Wife, Lamerle Ayres of Center
Son, Ralph Owen Ayres & wife Jackie of Center
Daughter, Shelia Espinosa & husband Jeff of Center
Sisters:
Shirley Simmons of Center
Ruthie Abernathy of Carthage
Betty Mills of San Augustine
Linda Ferguson of Norman, Oklahoma
Brothers:
Roger Vaco of Cut-n-Shoot
Jerry Allen Vaco of Carthage
Also numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
Preceded in death by:
Mother, Mary Frances Vaco
Brother, Johnny Ray Vaco
Step-Father, Edgar Owen Vaco
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/14/2010
Corine Akridge Holmes, 91, of Center, passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at Green Acres Nursing Home.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 19, 2010 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Pat Windham officiating. Burial will follow at Old Sardis Cemetery in San Augustine County. Visitation will be Saturday, December 18, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born December 12, 1919 to Jim Akridge and Mary Jane (Hooper) Akridge. She was a member of the White Rock Baptist Church and Eastern Star, Newburn Chapter.
She is preceded in death by her Husband, Leonard Holmes, Parents, Jim Akridge and Mary Jane (Hooper) Akridge, Brothers, Virgil Akridge, RB Akridge, J.I. Akridge and Luther Akridge, Sisters, Myrtie Blanton and Macil Geeslin.
She is survived by:
Sons & Daughters-in-law:
James Robert Holmes & wife, Marty of Houston
Howard Kennith Holmes & wife, Dee of Crowley
Daughter & Son-in-law:
Janie Rains & husband, Rex of Center
Grandchildren:
Mandy Brock & husband, Tommy
Ashley McDonald & husband, Mace
Sheryl Duport & husband, Paul
Jennifer Minvielle & husband, Olivie
Marissa Fassett
Dionne Hudson & husband, Jeff
Wesley Rains & wife, Marissa
Kristy DeRise & husband, Terry
Corey Rains
Great-Grandchildren:
Alex, Drew and Jack Brock
Devin & Knox McDonald
Makai & Shae Duport
Tevai Minvielle
Ariana and Conner Fassett
Amaya, Zane and Maddox Hudson
Sophie and Olivia Rains
Hannah, Abby and Emma DeRise
Sisters-in-law:
Ruth Akridge of Center
Clarine Akridge of Nacogdoches
Pallbearers:
George Roe, Gilbert Rains, Rex Davis,
Rex Rains, Steve Stephens, Dexter Davis and Harold Osborne
Honorary Pallbearers:
Mike Adams
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Linda Wright Dollar, 66, of Williams Landing in Joaquin, passed away Sunday, December 12, 2010.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday December 15, 2010 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Don Windham officiating. Burial will be at North Jericho Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 14, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born December 1, 1944 in Marshall,Texas to John Harvey and Allie Lee (Carroll) Wright. She was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents, John & Allie Wright, Daughter, Elizabeth Jo Dollar, Brother, Cotton Wright & wife Elaine and Sister, Bobbie Horton.
She is survived by:
Husband:
Johnny Dollar of Joaquin
Daughter: LaDonna Smith & husband, Robert of the McClelland Community
Daughter: Rhonda Dollar & Doug Coody of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Rhiana Smith
Lacey Cartwright & husband, Ben
Thomas Parry
Joe Lee Dollar
Great Grandchildren:
Gavin Cartwright
Trevin Cartwright
Brother:
Glen Wright & wife, Delores of Marshall
Sister: Vicky Wright
Numerous Nieces , Nephews, Other Relatives & Friends
Pallbearers: Stevie Wright, Ken Wright, Matt Wright, Mike Horton, Gary Paul & Johnny Johnson
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas.
12/13/2010
Mr. Weyman Vonciel Hall, 65 years old sadly left our presence and entered into the presence of the Lord, on Saturday, December 11, 2010. He was a transplanted resident of San Augustine. However, he was born and raised in Texas City. He was a son of the late Walter Vonciel Hall and Vickie Idell-Crowson Hall. He had 2 siblings, Weldon Hall of Texas City and Vickie Carey and Charlie of Bedias, Texas. He was married, several times, and referred to them as Linda 1 and Linda 2. He married Barbara in 2001.
He was a loyal member of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Worker. He was a "card carrying" Democrat and would defend his stance with his last breath.
He was in recovery for more than 22 years. He lived the last third of his life carrying the message of hope, love and faith. He went to great lengths to help others know the joys that clean living could bring. He was a member of Center Christian Fellowship.
He is survived by: Spouse: Barbara Hall of San Augustine,Children: Stephen Hall of Porter, Rodney Hall and Dahlia of League City, Elizabeth Hall and Josh of Texas City, Courtney Conrad-Hall of Dickinson, Tonya Hall, Kevin Wallace of San Augustine, Kristan Hammonds and David of Puyallup, Washington, Kaci Wallace-Poole and Tim of San Augustine. He has fourteen grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Several nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, December 16, 2010, at 2 p.m. in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with Bro. Don Murphree, Wayne Holt and Cherry Murphree officiating.Interment will follow in the Holt Family Cemetery, FM 201, in San Augustine County, Texas.
Visitation will be Wednesday evening, December 15, 2010, at the Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, 316 West Columbia St., San Augustine, Texas, from the hours of 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Pallbearers will be Josh Walton, Kevin Wallace, Wayne Holt, Rodney Hall, Jr., Anthony Hall and Jonathon Hall.
A second memorial service will be held in Texas City, on December 19, 2010 at noon at Carnes Funeral Home, 3100 Gulf Freeway, Texas City, Texas 77591. 409-986-9900
Jack Cord Fountain, 23, of San Augustine, passed away Saturday, December 11, 2010. He was born September 11, 1987 in Center. Visitation will be held from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm, Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at White Rock Cemetery in Shelby County.
He is survived by:
Father, Mark Adams of Center
Step Father, Richard Fausett of Center
Uncle & Aunt, Bert & Dana Fountain of San Augustine
Uncle, Ricky Fountain of San Augustine
Fiance, Chelsea Hudson of San Augustine, and her daughters, Madolyn Lout and Kallie Lout
Grandmother, Mary Fausett of Center
Also a number of aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends
Cousins:
Hanna Fountain of San Augustine
Kali Fountain of San Augustine
Preceded in death by:
Mother, Angel Fausett
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
12/11/2010
Harold Robertson, 86, of Center, passed away Saturday, December 11, 2010 in Shreveport, Louisiana. He was born January 28, 1924 in Blytheville, Arkansas to John William "Jack" Robertson and Tassie Mai Moore Robertson. Mr. Robertson served his country in the Army during World War II. He was retired from Shelby County where he served as the Chief Tax Appraiser. Mr. Robertson previously served as County Judge. He was employed by Citizen’s Bank and worked a number of years as a realtor. Mr. Robertson was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Monday, December 13, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at the First United Methodit Church in Center with Rev. Joel McMahon and Rev. Carol Clifford Turner officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church or to the charity of your choice.
He is survived by:
wife, Betty Ann Parker Robertson of Center
Daughters;
Amy Lynn Robertson of Center
Lee Ann Robertson of Center
Granddaughter, Ashlyn Robertson of Center
Brothers;
Joe T. Robertson and wife Jo Evelyn of Corinth, Mississippi
Robert N. Robertson and wife Martha of Reno Nevada
Carl L. Robertson of Krum
Sisters;
Marjorie Poff of Blytheville, Arkansas
Tommie Mohin of Memphis, Tennessee
Extended family;
Janet Gomez Romeroand husband Guadalupe
Michelle Gomez
Fatima Romero
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
and a host of friends
Preceded in death by;
Parents, John and Tassie Mai Moore Robertson
Ten Brothers and Sisters
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
Buford Parrish, 89, loving, devoted and caring husband and father passed away on December 6, 2010. He is preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Hazel Parrish; son, Brian Parrish, M.D., and his loving wife, Marjorie Parrish.
He is survived by a daughter Karan Schafer of Maui, HI.; three sisters, Mae Burns of Houston, TX, Merrill Stearns and husband Charles of Albuquerque, NM, Jeanne Miller and husband Edward of Joaquin, TX; and a number of caring and loving nieces, nephews and grandchildren.
Born on November 19, 1921, Buford grew up in the Ramah Community.
He was a long time employee of Schlumberger and had an additional career at City of Pearland. He also loved to communicate with people and was proud to have learned how to operate the computer after he retired. We will miss his southern style and warm smile but he has gone to the wonderful place, God's Heaven. Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home, 6900 Lawndale St. Houston, TX 77023
Condolences may be offered at www.ForestPark-Lawndale.com
Scheri Monteel Willoughby Leeth, 33, of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, passed away Thursday, December 9, 2010. She was born July 4, 1977.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at Sardis Cemetery in Shelby County.
She is survived by:
Husband, Jason Leeth of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee
Children; Parker, Toby and Sophie Leeth of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee
Parents, Kenneth and Mary Gwen Willoughby of Deridder, Louisiana
Brother, Jaceson Willoughby of Deridder, Louisiana
In-Laws;
Jeff and Tamara Leeth of Michigan
Debbie Leeth of Michigan
Grandparents;
A.E. (Buddy) Willoughby of Center
Vay Dell Cook of Pineville, Louisiana
Uncles;
Jerry (Butch) Willoughby and wife Peggy of Jasper
Larry Wayne Cosby and wife Melissa of Lufkin
Charles Cook of Center
Aunts;
Rhenee Flores and husband Joe of Dry Prong, Louisiana
Sheila Varwig and husband Teddy of Tioga, Louisiana
Kay Ford and husband Tim of Center
Goddaughter, Brooke Housler of Elizabethtown, Kentucky
Sisters-in-law;
Amber Leeth of Michigan
Katie Leeth of Michigan
Brother-in-law, Ryan Leeth of Michigan
Along with numerous cousins and dear friends all of whom are left to cherish their own special memories they hold of Scheri.
Preceded in death by:
Grandparents;
Helen Willoughby
J.C. Cook
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Rebecca Sue Beardsley Cuculic (Becky), 56, of Montgomery, Texas went to be with the Lord on December 9, 2010 in her home. She was the wife of Mark Cuculic, whom she was happily married to since September 23, 1973.
Becky’s favorite past-time was spending time with her family, especially her two grandkids, who lovingly called her Bebe. She also loved renovating and decorating her homes, making pottery, horseback riding, and animal rescue.
She was truly beautiful, both inside and out. Everyone enjoyed her presence. She will always be remembered for her loving heart, her faith in Christ, and her courage and endless strength.
The daughter of the late Charles and Maxine Beardsley, she was born on February 3, 1954 in Austin and educated in Austin public schools. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Central Missouri State and her Master of Science Degree from the University of Houston. She worked as a technical supervisor in the Texas DWI program for over 20 years. She had the reputation of being one of the best in her field.
She is survived by her husband, Mark Cuculic, daughters, Poppy Cuculic Jones, Cara Cuculic, and Leah Cuculic Peterson, sons-in-law: Brent Jones and Jason Peterson, grandchildren Bryce and Lainey Rebecca Jones; sisters Charline Eppright, Makki Bigman, Barbara Johnson, and Cathy Miller.
Services are to be held on Sunday, December 12, 2010 at 5:00 pm at the Lone Star Cowboy Church, at 21627 Eva Street, Montgomery, Texas 77356. A reception will follow at the church.
Donations in Becky’s memory may be made to TOMAGWA HealthCare Ministries, 455 Scholl Street, STE 30, Tomball Texas, 77375, (281)357-0747
12/09/2010
Funeral services for Mr. Alzie Carl Reeves, 85 of Carthage, Texas will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 11, 2010 at the Galloway United Methodist Church with Rev. Mervin Scott and Rev. Dennis White officiating. Burial will follow in the Reeves-McMillan Cemetery under the direction of Hawthorn Funeral Home. Family visitation will be Friday, December 10, 2010 from 6–8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Reeves died Wednesday, December 8, 2010 in Carthage, Texas.
Mr. Alzie Carl Reeves was born August 24, 1925 in Panola County, Texas to the marriage of Loney A. “Lou” and Mattie Johnson Reeves. Alzie attended Reeves and Yarnell schools and served his country during World War II in the United States Army. He met and married Novie “Jean” Reeves on April 13, 1946 and celebrated 64 years together. Mr. Reeves worked as a mechanic and pipeliner and enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping in his free time. He was a longtime member of the Galloway United Methodist Church and loved to listen to the gospel singing’s at Logan. Mr. Reeves is preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Clara Walker, Mary Harrison, Winnie Reeves, Jennie Yount, Lerlene White, Earl Reeves and Edward Reeves.
Mr. Reeves is survived by his wife, Jean Reeves of Galloway; brother-in-laws, James Sholar and wife Wanda of Petal, MS, Roger Wiggins of Galloway; sister-in-laws, Gladys Reeves of Houston, Ethel Mumm and husband Paul of Tenaha; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. The Reeves family would like to give a special thanks to Panola Care and Rehab, Dr. Keith Keeling and His PA, Angie Hardee and Heartsway Hospice.
Serving as pallbearers are David White, Kenneth White, Douglas White, John Sholar, Jerry Harrison, Lucky Buchanan. Honorary pallbearer is Dennis White.
An online guestbook may be signed at www.hawthornfuneralhome.com
12/08/2010
J.T. Adams, 58, of Lufkin, passed away Monday, December 6, 2010 in Arkansas City, Kansas. He was born March 21, 1952 in Memphis, Tennessee to John R. Adams and Betty Lovell Adams.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Thursday, December 9, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, December 10, 2010 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. J.C. Dawson and Bro. Chris Fleniken officiating. Interment will follow at Antioch Cemetery in Shelby County.
Pallbearers will be John Yarbrough, Woody Jernigan, Johnny Dawson, Tyler Dawson, Alex Fleniken, Brad Turner and Sonny Donaldson.
He is survived by:
Wife, Linda Adams of Lufkin
Son, Nathan Adams and wife Sandy of Lufkin
Grandchildren:
Alisa Adams
Audry Overton
A. J. Overton
Avery Brewington
Mother, Betty Adams of Center
Sister, Neva J. Dawson & husband J.T. of Silsbee
Brother, John David Adams of Center
Also numerous other relatives and friends.
Preceded in death by:
Father, John R. Adams
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Bennie Fred Askew, age 95 of the Clever Creek Community passed away, Wednesday, December 08, 2010 at Pine Grove Nursing Home.
Visitation will be Thursday, December 9, 2010 from 5pm until 8pm at Mangum Funeral Home.
Services will be 2:00 pm Friday, December 10, 2010 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with
Bro. Elbert Jones, Bro. Bobby Warr and Bro. Larry Askew officiating. Burial will follow at Clever Creek Cemetery.
Mr. Askew was born November 2, 1915 in Shelby County to parents, William King Askew & Charity (Creech) Askew. Mr. Askew has pastored at Mt. Herman Baptist Church and New Bethel Baptist Church and he served as interim pastor for Harmony Baptist & Patroon Missionary Baptist Church and assistant pastor at Clever Creek Baptist Church where he was a member. He was a past member of the Shelbyville Sam Houston Masonic Lodge # 32.
Mr. Askew is preceded in death by his parents, William & Charity (Creech) Askew,
Wife, Ethel Marie Askew, Son, Glen Askew, wife, Alice Matthews Askew and 6 Brothers; Americus Askew, Cary Askew, Monroe Askew, Robert Askew, Eugene Askew, Jewel Askew and 4 Sisters; JoAnna McDonald, Evie Wright, Bertie Enmon & Lela Askew.
He is survived by:
Daughter, Jeannene Helms & husband, Tom of Center
Grandchildren: Mark Helms & wife, Jennifer of Rockwall, Texas
Lori Krull of Rowlett, Texas
4 Great Grandchildren: Jenna, Tyler & Conner Helms
And Ethan Krull
Numerous Nieces, Nephews Cousins and Friends
Pallbearers will be: Chuck Bailey, Will Baty, Walt Baty, Spencer McFarland, Wesley Warr,
Ronnie Clark, Ray Askew & Robert Askew
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
12/07/2010
Funeral services for Mr. Tommy George Lister, 77, will be Saturday, December 11, 2010 at 1:00 pm at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church, Center with Rev. Lucian Tatum officiating. Burial will follow at St. John Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Friday, December 10, 2010 at Hicks Mortuary Chapel in Center, Texas from 6 pm - 9 pm.
Mr. Tommy George Lister died Saturday, December 4, 2010 at Nacogodoches Memorial Hospital in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Mr. Lister is survived by:
Wife, Mildred Lister of Center
Sons: Tommy Dewuane Lister and wife, Felicia of Thousand Oaks, California; Keith Lister and wife, Brenette of Spring, Texas; and Anthony Lister and wife, Monica of Cypress, California
Daughter, Jill Bolling and husband, Carl of Long Beach, California
Mother, Rowsie Lister of Long Beach, California
Brothers: Yendell Lister and wife, Margaret of Los Angeles, California and Wendell Lister and wife, Marlene of Los Angeles, California.
Arrangements are under the direction of Hicks Mortuary Chapel, Center, Texas
12/06/2010
Funeral services for Era Maxine Williams 78, of Rosenberg, were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 6, 2010, at Calvary Baptist Church in Rosenberg, TX, with Pastor Byron Williams officiating. Interment is to follow on Tuesday, December 7, at 10:00 a.m. at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center, TX, with Reverend Michael Williams officiating. Pallbearers were Darryl Williams, Doug Cavender, Andy Cavender, Richard Veyna, Frank Lombardo, and Barry Lebus.
Visitation took place from7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, December 5, at Calvary Baptist Church, 4111 Airport Avenue, in Rosenberg.
Maxine, whom many of her family called ‘Macky,’ was born July 14, 1932, to Leona Williams and A.A. Dean, and she was preceded in death by both of her parents; her younger sister, Georgia Viola Dean; and her husband of 54 years, M.W. Williams. She died at the Oak Bend Skilled Nursing Facility after suffering from lung disease for the past month.
She is survived by her sister, Hazel Dean Williams and husband, K.P. of Center, TX; brother, Tommy Dean and wife, Peggy of Livingston, TX; daughter, Rhonda Williams Cavender and husband, Doug of Rosenberg, TX; daughter, Karen Williams Lombardo and husband, Frank of Houston, TX; son, Darryl Williams and wife, Cassie Shafer of Hanover, MD; daughter, Felecia Williams Lebus and husband, Barry of Houston, TX; seven grandchildren: Carlos Sherrell, Beth Cavender Veyna (and husband Richard), Andy Cavender, Nina Lombardo, Christopher Lombardo, Darryl Lebus, and Drew Lebus; and two great-grandchildren, Isaac Hall and Maya Sherrell.
She moved several times throughout her lifetime, but three churches and the people that she came to love there were especially precious to her: First Baptist Church of Genoa, Texas; First Baptist Church of Fairfield, Texas, and Calvary Baptist Church in Rosenberg, Texas.
Maxine devoted her life to following Jesus, whom she knew as her personal Lord and Savior, and to being a good wife and mother. Her children “rise up and call her blessed,” and her family feels certain that when she entered heaven, she heard the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” Her last days were difficult, but she looked forward to heaven. Her only regret was leaving her family. She loved people, and they loved her right back. She will be greatly, greatly missed.
The family has requested that memorials to honor Maxine go to support missionary work in Nicaragua. They may be sent c/o Calvary Baptist Church, 4111 Airport Avenue, Rosenberg, TX 77471.
For those wishing, tributes and words of condolence may be left for the Williams family at www.daivsgreenlawnfh.com.
Service arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Chapel, 3900 B.F. Terry Blvd. in Rosenberg, 281-341-8800.
12/02/2010
Carrie Ella Powell passed away in a Kaufman hospital on Nov. 23, 2010. Carrie was born in the Mark Out community Jan. 22, 1918 to Charles Williams and Maude Hollums.
Carrie moved to Crandall when she started school and lived the rest of her life in Crandall. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Crandall. Carrie married Barney James Rushing in 1934 and he preceded her in death in 1956. Carrie then married Benjamin Clay Powell and he preceded her in death in 1991.
Carrie is survived by her sons, J. L. Rushing of Gilmer, Charles Rushing of Center, Edward Rushing of Garland and Harold Rushing of Whitney; daughters, Betty Curtis of Seven Points and Melba Davis of Crandall; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010 at 10 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Crandall with interment following in Crandall Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Parker-Ashworth Funeral Home of Kaufman. www.parker-ashworthfuneralhome.com.
12/01/2010
Freeda Curtis Gandy, 63, of Houston, formerly of Shelby County, passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2010 at Colonial Pines Nursing Home in San Augustine, Texas.
Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 2, 2010 at Rather Cemetery with Bro. Welton Blackmon officiating.
She was born April 8, 1947 in Shelby County to Vance Curtis and Bernice (Luman) Curtis Ford. She was a member of Willow Meadows Baptist Church in Houston.
She is preceded in death by her Father, Vance Curtis, Husband, Sterling Gandy, Jr. Grandparents, Lum and Dollie Luman and Special Aunt, Martha McCary.
She is survived by:
Mother:
Bernice Ford of Houston
Daughter:
Janet Davis of Longview
Daughter: JoAnn Peterson & husband, Bill of Panama City, FL
2 Granddaughters:
Caitlin Roberts & husband, Brent of Longview
Lacey Love Peterson of Panama City, FL
2 Sisters: Rose Shaffer of Houston
Elizabeth Ballard of Little Rock, Ark
Brother: Nathan Renfro & wife, Patricia of Houston
Numerous Nieces & Nephews
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Rose Marie GeBron Hand went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, November 28, 2010. Rose was born in Dallas, TX on March 11, 1936 to Samual and Pauline (Rahal) GeBron. She was the youngest of five children and the only girl. Her brothers, Dave GeBron, Robert GeBron (deceased), Gene T. GeBron and Victor GeBron, all of the Dallas area, loved their little sister.
Rose Marie was blessed with six pregnancies, all of Dallas, the first, a baby boy passed at birth. Her second child, Rebecca Jo (Winfrey) Greenburg was born January 1958. Becky had two children, Steven C. Wade and Jessica L. Greenburg. Becky lost her life to cancer January 13, 1994.
Ronald Mark Winfrey was born 1961 and has one child Rebekah Dawn Winfrey.
Rachel Maynette (Winfrey – Rickman) Campbell was born 1963 and now resides in East Texas with her husband Rick. Rachel has three children and three grandchildren with two more due in the next few months. Her children are Christopher R. Rickman and wife, Kathleen. They have three children, Christopher Michael, Corinne Faye and Corissa Lena-Marie. They are expecting their fourth child in mid 2011. Autumn Shae (Rickman) Smith and husband Justin are expecting their first child, a boy, in March 2011. And, Kathryn Maynette Rickman, not married.
Jack Lance Knearem and wife, Kim has one child, Lauren Marie Knearem. Jack was born 1970. Kevin Keith Knearem passed away at 4 months of age of SIDS.
During her time as a single mom, Rose worked for the Marriott Corp., and attended El Centro College and Richland College both in Dallas. Rose Marie was a champion bowler in the National Amateur Bowlers, Inc. and the Women’s Amateur Bowlers Assoc. She enjoyed the friendly competition and skill needed in bowling.
Over the past several years, Rose Marie carried a heavy burden of caring for her husband Charles as he battled heart disease. Then continuing on with the care of her mom, Pauline, till her mom's passing in late 2010 at the age of 99. Rose Marie continued to work through all. She was employed for the last four years at BigLots!, in North Richland Hills, TX as a cashier.
Rose leaves each of her loved ones with a special memory of their own to carry on with them, A memory so special that only a mom can give her children. Her love was felt throughout her widespread family. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins were blessed with the love that Rose gave. She will be surely missed.
Rose Marie will be laid to rest on Thursday, December 2, 2010 at Calvary Hill Funeral Home and Cemetery in Dallas, TX. Visitation will be from 10:00 am – 12:00pm. Mass/Service will be at 12 Noon with burial immediately following.
Online guest book can be signed at www.calvaryhilldallas.com Directions and other information can be found at this site as well.
