06/30/2012
Harold David Clay, 83, of Lake Jackson, TX, passed away June 29, 2012, in Houston, TX. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM, Monday, July 2, 2012, in Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson,TX, with Orval Miller officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00 PM until service time at 3:00 PM. Mr. Clay
Harold David Clay was born August 31, 1928 in Timpson to George Travis Clay and Gladys Fredrick Clay. He was of Baptist faith. Harold graduated from Timpson High School in 1946. He then joined the Navy and served his country for 4 years. After service he went to work for Bell Telephone Company in Houston. He retired February 20, 1985 as Systems Technician in Freeport, Texas.
In 1955 Harold and Wanda Elaine Milford were married. They lived their entire married life in Lake Jackson, Texas and raised their family. Harold enjoyed fishing and hunting and spent most of his free time doing this.
In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Elaine (Milford) Clay, sons Gerry Michael Clay and Harold Dayward Clay.
Survivors include son Jeffery Clay; daughters Debbie Klatt and Lisa Chapman, all of Lake Jackson; brothers Travis Clay, Jr. and wife Bobbie of Timpson and Richard Clay and wife Judy of Greenwell Springs, Louisiana; 5 grandchildren; and 4 great grandchildren.
To convey condolences please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, Texas 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
06/28/2012
Cecil Alton Dean, Sr., 70, of Timpson, TX, Dean passed away June 28, 2012, in Nacogdoches, TX. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, July 1, 2012, in Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, with Bro. Justin Coburn and Bro. Chris Burris officiating. Interment will follow in Latham Cemetery, Shelbyville, TX. Visitation will be from 12 noon until service time on Sunday.
Born May 13, 1942, in the Lone Cedar Community of Shelby County, TX, Cecil Alton Dean was the son of the late Ira Lee Dean and Alta Oates Dean. He was a graduate of Tenaha High School and retired as a floor supervisor with Container Corporation of America. Cecil was a member of Timpson Masonic Lodge #437, and had spent many happy hours participating in trail rides and watching Dustin’s ballgames.
Survivors include his wife Jeri Dean of Timpson; son Cecil A. “Bubba” Dean, Jr. of San Augustine, TX; sisters Lucille Brown and husband Bob of Rusk, TX and LaNelle Edge and husband James of Clute, TX; sister-in-law Edna Dean of Humble, TX; stepsons Robbie Lee Strahan and wife Jerrie of Timpson, Don Strahan and wife Sherri of Timpson, and Kevin Strahan and wife Terri of Nacogdoches, TX; step grandchildren: Jessica Strahan, Karlie Strahan, Krissie Shull and husband Justin, Mallory Strahan, and Dustin Strahan.
In addition to his parents, Cecil Dean was preceded in death by brother Vernon Dean, sister Margaret Ann Dean, and first wife Shirley Dean.
To convey condolences on line please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
06/27/2012
Richard A. Chote, 76, of Yantis was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at Hospice of East Texas, Tyler, Texas. He was born September 15, 1935, in Hot Springs, Garland County, Arkansas to Wallace Ira Ellis Chote and Martha Catherine Boone Chote. He served in the United States Army April 14, 1958 to April 13, 1964. Upon discharge, he went to work at Southwest Tablet Company in Dallas, Texas. While working there, he met Peggy Jean Tyre. They married on January 11, 1966 in Dallas, Texas. In 1972, they moved to Shelbyville, Texas and opened a donut shop in Center, Texas. Later, they started the Center Printing Company, retiring from the day-to-day in July 1989. Richard enjoyed fishing, gardening and attending festivals, such as the Poultry Festival in Center where they would display their woodworking that they loved and the Syrup Festival in Henderson, Texas where he showed how the old antique printing presses worked. They also enjoyed traveling in their RV all over the United States. Richard was truly a man of integrity and unconditional love. He always taught his children to do the right thing.
He is preceded in death by his parents; one step-mother, Leah Chote; one sister and two brothers-in-law, Susie and Orville Berry and Thomas Gossett; three brothers and one sister-in-law, Carl Chote, Jesse and Dorothy Chote and Luther Chote; two brothers-in-law, James E. Tyre and Charles W. Tyre.
He is survived by his
Wife of 46 years: Peggy Tyre Chote of Yantis, Texas
One daughter: Rejeana Watkins and husband, George of Yantis, Texas
One step-daughter: Sheila Harris and husband, Gordan of Quinlan, Texas
Grandchildren:
Bryan Bishop and wife, Diane, Monica Barrington, Kacie Littles, Cory Littles and wife, Sarah
5 great grandchildren
Two sisters:
Mary Howeth and husband, P.C. of Henderson, Texas
Barbara Haufe and husband, Charles of Hot Springs, Arkansas
Sisters-in-law:
Lucille Chote of Hot Springs, Arkansas
Ruthie Chote of Grand Saline, Texas
Linda Stroope of Huxley, Texas
Linda Tyre of Center, Texas
Mary Tyre of Shelbyville, Texas
One step-mother: Wilma Chote of Hot Springs, Arkansas
Two half-aunts:
Ann Hughes and husband, Bill of Mena, Arkansas
Ellen Belcher and husband, Steve of Oden, Arkansas
One half-uncle: David Chote and wife, Barbara of Hatfield, Arkansas
Nieces and nephews, cousins, other relatives; and many friends
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, June 29, 2012 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Services will be held at 3:00 p.m., June 30, 2012 at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Chuck Tyre, Ray Stroope, James D. Tyre, Howard Gossett, Richard Gossett and Rusty Chote.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/25/2012
Mr. Coy Nutt, age 90, well known East Texas petroleum businessman, passed away Sunday, June 24, 2012.
Mr. Nutt was born August 20, 1921, in Dotson, Texas, as a son of the late Robert B. Nutt and Emia Jane (Cassity) Nutt. Coy was a U.S. Army veteran, serving as a staff sergeant during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post.
Survivors include his son, Coy W. Nutt of Nacogdoches; a daughter, Dian Pitman of Nacogdoches; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel in Nacogdoches with Pastor Pat Kelly officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday, June 25, 2012.
Services are under the direction of T.A. Lane and Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, Nacogdoches. Online memories and condolences accepted at www.casonmonk-metcalf.com.
06/23/2012
John Rogers Porter, Jr., 91, of Center passed away Saturday, June 23, 2012 in Nacogdoches. He was born December 24, 1920 in Homer, Louisiana to John Rogers Porter, Sr. and Cynthia Elizabeth Brittain Porter. Mr. Porter was retired from the carpentry business and had worked for the Shelby County Sheriff’s Department. He was a member of Center Missionary Baptist Church and served in the Army Air Corps.
Visitation will be held from 5:00PM to 7:00PM, Sunday, June 24, 2012 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 4:00PM Monday, June 25, 2012 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Pat Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Folsom Chapel Cemetery in Center.
Pallbearers will be John Richards, Pete Tallant, Chris Wood, Raymond Wood, Levi Willoughby and Bobby Addison. Honorary pallbearers will be Paul Ross, Jay Watlington and Lonnie Chance.
He is survived by;
Daughter, DeAdrian Wood and husband Raymond of Center
Grandchildren;
Candace Barber and husband Shane of Center
Chance Porter and wife Alyson of Center
John Porter III of Nacogdoches
Chris Wood of Vidor
Great Grandchildren;
Scott Dickerson of Center
Laney Lee Porter of Center
Coleman Dickerson of Center
A soon to be Great-Great Grandchild, Kyla Renee Dickerson
Brother, Cooper Porter of Center
Sister, JoRuth Watlington and husband Jay of Lufkin
A number of nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.
Special caretakers, Jordan Healthcare and Tina Davis
Preceded in death by;
Wife, Dorothy Porter
Son, Lane R. Porter
Great Grandson, Dalton Michael Lout
Three brothers; Edward Porter, Billy Porter and Ted Porter
Two sisters; Frances Mena and Belva King
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/21/2012
Billie Bryan Campbell Shofner was born on July 19, 1935. Passed away June 21, 2012.
Ma Bill was a member of St. Mark’s Methodist Church of Center, Texas. Billie was a rural route letter carrier for over twenty-two years. She was a member of the National Rural Letter Carrier’s Association and Order of the Eastern Star. She loved arts and crafts, making jewelry, painting, babysitting her grandbabies, yard work and pot plants. Reading was her favorite pastime, along with traveling abroad.
She is preceded in death by her parents: Manuel Bryan and Maggie Lorine Carlton Campbell; Sisters: Mozell Shillings and husband, J C Shillings
Odell Campbell
Billie’s survivors include
Sons:
Johnny Shofner of Shelbyville
Jeb Shofner and wife, Pam of Shelbyville
Nathan Shofner
Sisters:
Shirlynn Harbison and husband, Everett of Center
Grandchildren:
Anna, Justin, Adam, Haley, Ethan, Abby and Eli Shofner
Numerous nieces and nephews and cousins
Pallbearers will be Ricky Harbison, Jerry Fleming, Benny Holt, Mike Lengl, Tim Hooper, and Charlie Mitchell.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Saturday, June 23, 2012 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 24, 2012 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Ed McRae officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Center.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Funeral services for Roma Faye (Ceal) Molloy, 60, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, June 23, 2012, at First Baptist Church, Timpson, with Rev. John Goss and Dr. Josh Walters officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson. Visitation for family and friends will be 6:00 – 9:00 PM, Friday, June 22, 2012, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson. Mrs. Molloy passed away Wednesday, June 20, 2012, in Timpson.
Born January 26, 1952, in Timpson, Texas, Roma Faye Ceal Molloy was the daughter of the late James Hubert and Jessie (Hughes) Ceal. She graduated from Timpson High School in 1970 and Massey Business College, Nacogdoches, TX in 1972. She and Randall Earl Molloy were married December 09, 1972, in First Baptist Church, Timpson. Roma was a secretary for Rugby Laboratories in Carrollton, TX, Ruby Falls in Chattanooga, TN, and First Baptist Church, Timpson.
Survivors include her husband Randall Earl Molloy of Timpson; son Kevin Molloy and wife Erin of Timpson; daughter Stefanie Molloy McDonald and husband Greg of Center, TX; grandchildren: Zachary Sean Molloy, Asher Cole Molloy, Addison Paige Molloy, all of Timpson and Sydney Vee McDonald and Gavin Konner McDonald of Center; sister Yvonne Rhodes of Garrison; brothers James Ray Ceal and wife Dorothy and George Ceal and wife Kathy, all of Longview, TX; father and mother-in-law Robert and Winnie Molloy and brother and sister-in-law Larry and Melonia Molloy, all of Timpson; special cousin Jane Murray of Houston. In addition to her parents, Roma Molloy was preceded in death by her brother-in-law Benny Ray Rhodes.
Memorial denoations may be made to First Baptist Church, Timpson or Heart’s Way Hospice, Carthage, TX. To convey condolences online please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
Glenda Brown Hughes, 66, of Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at her residence. She was born July 24, 1945 in Houston to Glynn E. Brown and Thelma Ponder Brown. She was a homemaker, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Hughes enjoyed cooking and spending time hunting and fishing with her late husband, Jackie. She was a member of Galena Park Order of the Eastern Star.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Center.
She is survived by
Daughters:
Keli LeJuene and husband, Steven of Joaquin
Teri Poole and husband, Tim of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Brenna Bowen, Nathan Bowen, Jace LeJuene, Ariel LeJuene, Steven LeJuene Jr., Lakein LeJuene, Tori LeJuene, Ryan Hughes, Heather Smith Baker and husband, Kenny, James Poole and Alexander Poole.
Great Grandchildren:
Cheyenne Smith and Ashton Hughes
Cayden Michael Lee Baker
Kolton Baker
Tyler Baker
Mother: Thelma Brown of Galena Park
Brother: Dr. Michael Brown of Houston
Sister: Jeanne Jeffcoat of Galena Park
Sister-in-law: Brenda Graham of Huxley
Preceded in death by
Husband: Jackie Michael Hughes
Father: Glynn E. Brown
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Minnie Pearl Burch Smith Hammack, age 70, of Cushing, Texas, passed away Monday, June 18, 2012, at Nacogdoches Medical Center.
She was born on June 14, 1942, to parents Cecil Burch and Flossie Randolph Burch.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 21, 2012, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel at 5400 North St., Nacogdoches, with Bro. Michael Gillen officiating. Interment will follow at Broaddus Cemetery, located off Hwy. 147 in Broaddus, Texas.
Friends and family may attend visitation Wednesday, June 20, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel.
Minnie was a member of the Assembly of God of Cushing, Texas. She was a loving wife and mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She liked to help other people and spent many of her years serving others. Minnie enjoyed cooking, gardening and taking care of animals. Her family loved her and they knew she loved them and will be greatly missed.
She was preceded in death by her parents; hsuband Willie Smith Sr.; brothers, James Burch, Carl Wayne Burch, Dancelo Burch, and David Earl Burch; step-son, James Ray Smith; step-daughter, Kellie Jo Hammack; grandsons, Jason Reed and Larry Bayrall.
Minnie is survived by her husband, Donald Hammack; sons, Willie Smith and wife Karen, Cecil Smith and wife Cheryl Ann, and Dody Howard and wife Anita; daughters, Martha King and boyfriend Robert Jones, Minnie Jean Bradshaw and husband James, Jeanette Smith and fiancé Vincent Latham, and Peggy Lara and husband Juan; step-son, Donald Earl Hammack Jr. and wife Samantha; step-daughters, Julie Hammack and Deborah Hammack and fiancé Tim Mudderman; brothers, J.L. Burch, Billy Ray Burch, Gene Autry Burch, Steve Edward Burch, Johnny Dean Burch, Jerry Dean Burch, and Howard Taylor Burch; sisters, Thelma Lee Brown, Mildred Fay Martin, and Margarette Ann Barrett; and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to the Broaddus Cemetery, P.O. Box 125, Broaddus, Texas 75929.
Services are under the direction of T.A. Lane and Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors in Nacogdoches. Online memories and condolences may be offered at http://www.casonmonk-metcalf.com/.
06/19/2012
Junior Jolly, 104, of Center, passed away Monday, June 18, 2012 at Green Acres Nursing Home in Center. She was born June 12, 1908 in Center to Jeff Pate and Elizabeth Beck Pate. She was a homemaker, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Jolly was a Preacher for Assemblies of God Churches and a member of First Assembly of God in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, June 21, 2012 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Ed McRae and Bro. Del Pate officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Center.
Pallbearers will be Bobby McCauley, Dickie Gilchrist, Mark Ivey, Mark Matthews, Bill Bailey and Steve Campbell.
She is survived by
Son-in-law: Truman Hyden and wife, Opal of Center
Grandson: Zelmer Hyden and wife, Kellie of Alaska
Granddaughters:
Judy Collins and husband, Roy of Roswell, New Mexico
Charlotte Haney of Roswell, New Mexico
Great Grandchildren:
Junior Haney
Breanna Haney
Derrick Collins
Nephews:
Del Pate and wife, Juana of Center
Bill Windham of Center
Niece: Margie Manley of McAllen
Sister-in-law: Bell Thurman of Ft. Worth
Numerous other family and friends
Preceded in death by
Husband: Leslie Jolly
Daughter: Margaret Hyden
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/18/2012
Rodney Waller, 45, of San Augustine, passed away Monday, June 18, 2012 at Nacogdoches Medical Center.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Larry Byrd and Bro. Billy Waller officiating. Burial will follow at Chumley Cemetery in San Augustine. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 19, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born July 20, 1966 in San Augustine County to Aaron Waller and Maxie (Amburn) Chumley. He was a member of Neuville Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by his Grandparents, Granville & Luna Waller, Rube &Lena Amburn and Step-Father, Keith Chumley.
He is survived by daughter: Kasie Waller of Center
Mother: Maxie Chumley of San Augustine
Father: Aaron Waller of Beaumont
3 Sisters:
Shonia Putman & husband, Keith of Shelbyville
Lesa Robertson & husband, Randy of Center
Tammie Jacobs & husband, Scott of Venus
Step-Grandmother: Corine Chumley of San Augustine
Nieces & Nephews:
Josh Windham & wife, Joni of Houston
Adam Copelin of Shelbyville
Jennifer Sims & husband, Nick of Shelbyville
Jessica Greer & husband, B.J. of San Augustine
Colton & Caleb Norton of Shelbyville
Cade Copelin of Shelbyville
Shelby, R.T. & Jessi Jacobs of Venus
Numerous Great Nieces, Nephews & Cousins
Aunts & Uncles:
Carolyn Denby of Deridder, LA
Jeanie Amburn of Center
Susan Fountain & husband, Larry of Center
Dixie Cucco of San Augustine
Jane Robbins & husband, Kelly of Center
Alton Waller & wife, Glenda of Center
Jesse Waller of Center
Pallbearers: Josh Windham, Toby Robertson, Adam Copelin, Colton Norton, Caleb Norton, Michael Amburn, B.J. Greer, Nick Sims & Cade Copelin
Honorary Pallbearers: R.T. Jacobs and Gabriel Hoffman
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Timothy Lynn “Tim” Essery, 52, Timpson, passed away Thursday, June 14, 2012 at his residence. He was born August 3, 1959 in Carthage to R.V. Essery and Ada Jane Wells Essery. He was a member of Corinth Baptist Church in Timpson.
Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at Corinth Cemetery in Timpson with Bro. Dale Walker and Bro. Carrol Jones officiating.
He is survived by
Mother: Ada Essery of Tenaha
Sister: Mary Head and husband, Bobby of Gary
Brother: Mark Essery and wife, Kristy of Tenaha
A number of nieces and nephews
A host of family and friends
Preceded in death by
Father: R.V. Essery
Brother: Luke Essery
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mr. Essery’s name to Corinth Cemetery Fund, PO Box 507, Timpson, Texas 75975.
Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home.
06/15/2012
Carolyn Ann Irish Bourque, 67, of Orangefield, Texas died Wednesday June 13, 2012. She was born May 7, 1945 in Center Texas to Elroy Irish and Margie (Bailey) Irish. She graduated from Center High School in 1963, attended Panola College and graduated from Stephen F. Austin State College in 1967. She taught elementary school in Port Arthur for three years, then thirty three years in the Bridge City School System. She earned a Master’s Degree in English from Lamar State College. She retired in 2004.
She married Claude (Buddy) Bourque Jr. in 1969 and he preceded her in death in 2003. She was a member of the Old First Orange Baptist Church, Orange Texas.
She is survived by her step son, Skip Bourque and wife, Dianna, of Winston-Salem, NC; two brothers, Leonard Irish of Center, and Charles Irish and wife, Betty of Denton. She is also survived by her niece, Stacey Irish-Keffer and husband, Kennan Keffer; nephews, Collin Irish and wife, Amy of Littleton, CO and Keith Irish of Houston; grand nephews, Drake Keffer of Denton and Cole Irish of Littleton, CO and grand niece, Julia Irish of Littleton, CO.
A funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 17, 2012 at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange with Dr. Keith Meyer officiating. A graveside service and interment will be at Newburn Cemetery in Center, Texas on Monday, June 18, 2012 at 11:00 a.m.
There will be a gathering of family and friends from 5 to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home in Orange.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Old First Orange Baptist Church, 7925 IH 10, Orange, Texas, or to the Newburn Cemetery Association, 2186 FM 2026, Center, Texas, or a charity of your choice.
Linda Faye Collins, 65, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, June 15, 2012 at Nacogdoches Medical Center in Nacogdoches. She was born July 19, 1946 in Center, Texas to Barnett R. Mobley and Odell Fultz Mobley. Mrs. Collins owned and operated Collins Pest Control for many years. She was a member of McClelland Community Church, where she served as secretary and taught Sunday school for twenty-one years.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m.to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, June 16, 2012 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 17, 2012 at McClelland Community Church in Shelbyville with Bro. Chris Collins, Sister Melba Rodgers and Bro. Charlie Bush officiating. Interment will follow at McClelland Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Pallbearers will be Cory Collins, Richard Armstreet, Ronnie Gragg, Brian Slocum, Tim Hopkins, Roy Bailey, Troy Hess, Zac Mahan, Jon Collins and Josh Lout.
She is survived by
Daughter: Lori Alvis and husband, James of Center
Sons:
Chris Collins and wife, DeAnna of Center
Brian Collins and wife, Crystal of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Brittany Payne
Whittany Payne
Brianna Alvis
Cory Collins
Jon Collins
Mac Collins
Sadie Collins
Molly Collins
Sisters:
Teresea Whitton of Timpson
Shelia Aguilar of Timpson
Mary Hodge of Timpson
Preceded in death by
Parents: Barnett R. Mobley and Odell Fultz Mobley
Husband: Lonnie Collins
Sister: Wanda Sue Bearden
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/14/2012
Allie Mora Jordan Wilburn, 92, of Nacogdoches, passed away Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at Garrison Nursing Home after a long illness. She was born November 25, 1919 in Nacogdoches to John Hogg Mora and Addie Pearl Whitton Mora. Mrs. Wilburn was married to Johnny Jordan and they had five children. Mr. Jordan passed away in 1980. In 1990, she married Coleman Wilburn, who passed away two years after their marriage. She was a lifetime resident of Nacogdoches. Mrs. Wilburn was a member of Mt. Union Freewill Baptist Church.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 16, 2012 at Mt. Union Freewill Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 16, 2012 at Mt. Union Freewill Baptist Church with Bro. John Voss officiating. Interment will follow at Helpenstell Cemetery in Nacogdoches.
She is survived by:
Children:
Lola Harris of Garrison
George P. Jordan of Appleby
Martha Van of Louisiana
Phillip Jordan of Camp Tonkawa
A number of grandchildren and great grandchildren
Brothers and Sisters:
Lewis Mora of Mexia
Glen Mora of Dallas
Josephine Skriavanek of Houston
Eddie Houston of Ervin
A host of friends and relatives
Preceded in death by
Parents: John Hogg Mora and Addie Pearl Whitton Mora
Husband: Johnny Jordan
Husband: Coleman Wilburn
Son: Marlin Jordan
Three Brothers
Two Sisters
Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home.
Funeral service for James F. Hall, Sr., 70, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 16, 2012, in Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, with Bro. Leroy Bowley officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be 4:00 – 8:00 PM, Friday, June 15, 2012, at Taylor Funeral Home. Mr. Hall passed away Thursday, June 14, 2012, in Nacogdoches, TX.
Born March 17, 1942, in Wilkinson County, GA, James Frank Hall, Sr. was the son of the late John T. and Dealvah (Johnson) Hall. He retired from Moore Business Forms after 42 years as a district regional manager. He was a member of Center Country Club where he enjoyed playing golf with his friends. He also found time for carpentry, canning, and entertaining family and friends.
Survivors include his wife Maxine Hall of Timpson; son James F. Hall, Jr. and wife Donna of Perry, GA; daughters Shirley Velasco and husband J. R. of Abilene, TX, and Elaine Carter and husband Keith of Woodstock, GA; stepsons Michael Bryce and wife Karolyn and Bennie Bryce and wife Felicia, all of Timpson; step daughter-in-law Shonda Bryce of Timpson; and sisters Myrtice Brown and husband Winford of Muscadine, AL, Pat Clark of Salem, Oregon, Linda Jones and husband Paul of Cochran, GA, Marie Wages and husband Ed of Duluth, GA, and Bertha Hall of Carrollton, GA. Also surviving are 16 grandchildren: Cody and Ian Hall; Kyle Killgore; R. L., Grace, and Frank Velasco; Eric, Adam, and Sarah Carter; Cody, Taylor, and Amber Bryce; Shane Parker; Trevor Duke; and Kimberly and Kevin Zamora; great grandson Tucker Killgore; and numerous nieces and nephews.
James Hall, Sr. was preceded in death by his parents John T. and Dealvah Hall, brother John Hall, and stepson Donald Bryce.
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.
Mrs. Ava Marie Hensarling, age 48, of Nacogdoches, passed from this life on Monday, June 11, 2012, in Nacogdoches.
Ava was born May 14, 1964, in San Augustine, Texas to Doris (Ponder) and Charles Hodges. She was a graduate of San Augustine High School being a member of The Class of 1982, was a Homemaker, and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, June 15, 2012, in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with interment to follow in the Liberty Hill Cemetery in San Augustine County, Texas. Visitation will be Thursday, April 14, 2012, from the hours of 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, 316 West Columbia Street, San Augustine, Texas, 75972.
Those who are left to cherish her memory include: Husband, Jeff Hensarling of Nacogdoches; Son: Bryan Scott Morgan of Greenville; Daughters: Erin Marie Morgan of Austin; and Amber Jo Morgan of Lake Dallas, Texas; Father and Step-Mother: Charles H. Hodges and wife, Judy of Buna; Mother and Step-Father: Doris Mora and Gerald of Chireno; Sister: Donna R. Hodges of Chireno; Grandmother: Ava Ponder of Nacogdoches; Granddaughters: Ashty Lee Wright and Madisyn Marie Pierce and Grandson: Ethan Alexander Morgan
In lieu of usual Remembrances, the family has requested Memorials, and Donations to be made to the Nacogdoches Animal Shelter, PO Box 635030, Nacogdoches, Texas 75963.
Pallbearers will be Mike Rusk, Randy Copeland, David Perkins, Dean Rusk, Joe Y'Barbo, and Greg Johnson
06/11/2012
Ronald (Ronnie) Hairgrove, 50, of Tenaha, passed away Monday, June 11, 2012 at his residence. He was born July 13, 1961 in Houston to James Edward Hairgrove and Grace Rehrig Hairgrove. Mr. Hairgrove loved to rope and ride horses. He was a member of Buena Vista Baptist Church in Timpson.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., Friday, June 15, 2012 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 16, 2012 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. James Hall and Bro. Dock Lazerine officiating. Interment will follow at Buena Vista Cemetery in Timpson.
Pallbearers will be Bobby Daw, Jack Stephenson, Cade Green, Timbo Wilburn, Jimmy Hamilton, Eric Perry, Steven Bush, Tom Hairgrove and Burt Hairgrove. Honorary pallbearers will be Trent Gathright, Brent Gathright, Grant Stephenson, Michael Stephenson, Mike Crouch, Eric Perry and Chris Byrnes.
He is survived by
Wife: Susan Flournoy Hairgrove of Tenaha
Son: James Colton Hairgrove of Tenaha
Father: James Edward Hairgrove of Pearland
Sister: Kay Hairgrove Krenek and husband, Wilfred of Houston
Mother-in-law: Carolyn Flournoy and husband, Pete of Tenaha
Brother-in-law: Kenneth Flournoy and wife, Cheryl of Tenaha
Nieces and Nephews:
Jessica Flournoy Bush and husband, Colton
Taylor Flournoy
Matthew Flournoy
Great Nephew: Eli Bush
Preceded in death by
Mother: Grace Rehrig Hairgrove
Grandparents: Wilburn and Pearl Hairgrove, Walter and Viola Rehrig
Memorial donations may be made in Mr. Hairgrove’s name to:
M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
P.O. Box 4486
Houston, Texas 77210-4486
Phone: (713) 792-3450 or (800) 525-5841
www.mdanderson.org
Buena Vista Cemetery Fund
c/o Frances McIntyre
3442 CR 4916
Timpson, Texas 75975-9336
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Alice “Marie” Broadway Odom, 79, of Tenaha, passed away June 11, 2012 at Hospice of East Texas in Tyler. She was born August 11, 1932 in Bastrop, Louisiana to John Henry Broadway and Mazelle Barton Broadway. Mrs. Odom was a homemaker, mother and grandmother. She was a member of the Order of The Eastern Star Chapter #185 and Ramah Missionary Baptist Church in Tenaha.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Keith Keele officiating. Interment will follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha.
She is survived by
Husband: L.B. “Red” Odom of Tenaha
Son: Mark Odom and wife, Reeca of Tenaha
Daughter: Debrah Coker and husband, Randy of Athens
Grandchildren:
Bradley Odom and wife, Alleena of Tenaha
Rainey Coker of Athens
Matthew Odom of Tenaha
Great Grandchild: Allison Odom of Tenaha
Brothers:
Jimmy Broadway of Tenaha
Sister:
Irene Gentry of Overton
Mary Johnson and husband, Jerry of Houston
Sister-in-law: Joyce Broadway of Dallas
A number of nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by
Parents: John Henry Broadway and Mazelle Barton Broadway
Son: David Odom
Brother: Henry Broadway
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Betty Jane Shields, 84, of Center passed away Sunday, June 10, 2012 at Green Acres Nursing Home. She was born August 31, 1927 in Lockland, Ohio to Henry Gemmer and Dessie Gemmer. Mrs. Shields was a homemaker, mother and grandmother.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Oaklawn Memorial Park with Bro. Don Windham officiating.
She is survived by
Sons:
Leroy Shields and wife Gloria of Seguin
Gene Shields and wife Judi of Center
David Shields and wife Vicki of Center
Keith Shields and wife Terry of Center
Grandchildren:
Leroy Shields of Kentucky
Shawn Shields of Seguin
Michelle Shields of Seguin
Michael Shields Bush of Center
Candice Eaves of Center
Tiffany Shields of Center
David Shields of Center
Gene Shields of Center
Karen Harvey of Center
Justin Shields of Center
Keith Shields of Center
Brittany Shields of Center
14 Great Grandchildren
Preceded in death by
Parents: Henry and Dessie Gemmer
Husband: Leroy Shields, Sr.
Brothers: Floyd Erwin, Leroy Erwin, Gene Gemmer, Glen Gemmer and Gary Gemmer
Grandson: Brian Shields
Nephew: Glen Gemmer, Jr.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/10/2012
Walter Allen, 84, of Center, passed away Sunday, June 10, 2012 at Holiday Nursing Home.
Funeral Mass will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at the St. Theresa Catholic Church in Center with Father, Jose Luis Vidarte officiating. Military Graveside and burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park under the direction of VFW Post #8904. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 12, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home and Rosary to begin at 7:00 p.m. following visitation at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel.
He was born February 24, 1928 in Zion, Arkansas to William Burl and Thelma (Gilbert) Allen. He served in the Merchant Marines during WWII and the US Army. He retired as Assistant Manager over the transportation department with Salt River Project in Phoenix, AZ. He was a member of the St. Theresa Catholic Church.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Burl & Thelma Allen, Wife, Mary Lou Allen, Step-Sisters, Vada Porter & Frances Burrell.
He is survived by:
Wife, Viola Henson Allen of Center
Son, William “Bill” Allen & wife, Sheena of Washington State
Daughter, Terri Lacher & husband, Bob of Center
Daughter, Anne Christine Kendall & husband, Ellis of Nacogdoches
Grandchildren:
Tanya Suzanne Johns & husband, David of Washington State
Sherree Wilkinson & husband, Greg of Utah
Shaun Allen & wife, Shauna of Washington State
Richard Allen & wife, Melissa of Virginia
Trisha Adams & husband, Kirk of Utah
Ryan Allen & wife, Sara of Washington State
John Guzman, Jr. & wife, Elizabeth of San Antonio
Kristine Charlton & husband, David of Phoenix, AZ
Michael Guzman of Center
Joseph Guzman of Phoenix, AZ
Robert Lacher & wife, Melissa of Kentucky
Amie Powell & wife, Robert of Cypress
Mary McGinness & husband, Brendan of New Orleans, LA
Teresa Kendall & fiancé, Jess Hart of Washington State
Sarah Engel & husband, Aaron of Boulder, CO
Numerous Great Grandchildren
Step Sister, Anita Fischer of California
3 Step Daughters:
Vickie Kelley & Partner, Sophia Estes of Fayetteville, AR
Janette Jones of Monroe, LA
Bobbie Jones & husband, Jason of Brandon, MS
8 Step Grandchildren
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Friends & Family
In lieu of flowers family requests donations can be made in his memory to Alzheimer’s Association P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
06/09/2012
Margie Geraldine Pryor, 84, of Center passed away Friday, June 8, 2012 at her residence. She was born September 1, 1927 in Shelby County to Dandy Byford and Nora Anderson Byford. Mrs. Pryor was a homemaker, mother and grandmother.
Visitation will be held from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Sunday, June 10, 2012 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 PM, Monday, June 11, 2012 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at Short Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Frank Peery, Leon Carter, Russel Pryor, Paul Pryor, Joseph Carter and Michael Carter.
She is survived by:
Son, Larry Pryor and wife Trudy of Houston
Daughters;
Mary Carter and husband Leon of Denton
Betty Peery and husband Frank of Greenwood, Indiana
Grandchildren;
Russel Pryor and wife Sarah of Austin
Paul Pryor and wife Sarah of Santa Monica, California
Lauren Pryor of Houston
Michael Carter of Rockwall
Joseph Carter of Denton
Jamie Swift of Indianapolis, Indiana
Great Grandchildren;
Austin Carter
Tanner Carter
Casper Carter
Clayton Carter
Hunter Swift
Mya Swift
Addison Phillips
Sisters;
Olene Henderson of Center
Gloria Miller of Houston
Numerous other relatives
Preceded in death by;
Husband, Lloyd Pryor
Parents, Dandy and Nora Byford
Brothers, Novellee Byford and James Byford
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/08/2012
Leroy Horton, Jr., 48, passed away Friday, June 1, 2012. He was born March 7, 1964 to Leroy and Ellen Horton. He graduated from Garrison High School and was employed at Nibco in Nacogdoches.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 9, 2012 11am at Mout Olive CME Church Garrison, Texas with Rev. Leander Hines, officiating. Interment will follow at Green wood Cemetery #2 in Garrison, Texas.
He leaves to cherish his loving memories his mother, Ellen; one sister Sonya; and two nephews, the love of his life, Joshua and Noah; and a special firend, Willie E. Scott. He was preceded in death by his father, Leroy Horton Sr.; a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends.
Active pallbearers will be:
Maurice Maxie, Eric Thomas, Travis Simon, Clay Thomas, Ronnie Horton, Clint Walker, Quince Williams, and Buria Bryant.
Honorary pallbearers: Joshua K. Williams, Patrick L. Woodards, Noah L. Yarbrough, Willie E. Scott, Steve K. Horton, W.L. Daniels (Fork), Sedric D. Horton, and Ray Barrett.
Arrangements are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
Gloria Jean Banister Shumway, age 77, of Joaquin passed away Thursday, June 7, 2012 at Willis Knighton North Hospital in Shreveport, La.
Services will be 2pm Sunday, June 10, 2012 at Pine Ridge Missionary Baptist Church in Joaquin with Bro. Mark Woolf officiating. Visitation will be Saturday, June 9, 2012 from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm at Pine Ridge Missionary Baptist Church in Joaquin. Burial will follow at Pine Ridge Cemetery in Joaquin.
Gloria was born October 16, 1934 in Jacksonville, TX to parents, John T. Banister, Sr. & Yvonne (Segler) Banister. She graduated from Joaquin High School. She is retired from Caddo Parish School Board as a bus driver. She was a member of Pine Ridge Missionary Baptist Church of Joaquin, She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Victory Chapter # 130 in Shreveport, La and a member of the Joaquin Chapter # 903. She was also a member of Khafra Temple # 121, Daughters of the Nile in Shreveport, La.
She is preceded in death by her parents, John T. Banister, Sr. & Yvonne (Segler) Banister and
her husband, Emmitt J. Shumway.
Among her survivors include:
2 Daughters:
Janet Lopez of Oktaha, OK
Jill Green & husband, Mark of Shreveport, LA
5 Grandchildren:
James Carlton Green of Shreveport,LA
Jose Lopez, Jr. of Oktaha, OK
Lauren Green of Shreveport, LA
Antonio Lopez of Oktaha, OK
Jesse Lopez of Oktaha, OK
1 Great Grandson: Antonio Washington, Jr. of Shreveport, LA
Special Family:
Amber Geesey, Coti Harris, Savannah Landers & their mother, Christy Williams
2 Sisters: Yvonnne Lafitte of Joaquin
Billie Ruth Waggner of Louisiana
2 Brothers: John Banister, Jr. of Delta, Pennsylvania
Jack Banister of Houston
Pallbearers: James Carlton Green, Jose Lopez, Jr., Antonio Lopez,
Jesse Lopez, Jose Lopez, Sr., & Mark Green
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
.06/07/2012
George “Butch” Willingham entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior peacefully in his sleep on June 3, 2012, while in Islamabad, Pakistan on a Missions trip.
A memorial service and celebration for Butch’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 12, 2012, in the chapel of Green Acres Baptist Church with Rev. Jerry Phelps and Dr. David Dykes officiating. Burial will be at Oaklawn cemetery, Center, TX, at a later date under the direction of Burks Walker Tippit Funeral Directors, Tyler.
He was born December 6, 1943 in Waco to the late George A. Willingham, Sr. and Mattie Frank Ballard.
Butch worked as a financial planner for Met Life and was active in many aspects of his church family. During his membership at Tyler Metro Church, he began serving in the Missions field. His love of travel also carried over into his membership at Green Acres Baptist Church where he also became actively involved with Missions program there. At Green Acres he was a member of the Jim and Cheryl Echols Sunday school class and sang in the Celebration Choir, as well as narrating during services.
His devotion to others was seen also in his local commitment as he served as chairman on the Traffic Safety Board, place #7, for the City of Tyler for the 2005-2013 term. He also loved bike riding and served on the Bike Texas board, an advocacy group for biking, as well as serving as past president of the Tyler Bicycle Club.
Survivors include his wife of 8 years, Kathy Willingham of Tyler; daughters, Elisabeth Willingham Eckerfield and husband Cpt. Thomas Eckerfield, USMC, of Tyler, Mandy Willingham Campbell and husband Joel Campbell of White Oak; step-brother, Don Wyatt of Nacogdoches; grandchildren, Sunny Eckerfield, Mason and Clayton Campbell. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Charlcie Rudd Willingham; a sister, Sharon Willingham; and a step-brother, Hal Wyatt.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Gideons International.
06/06/2012
Edith Baker, 88, of Huxley and the Shelby County area, passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2012 at Grace Care Center of Cypress in Cypress, Texas.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, June 8, 2012 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Burial will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley. Visitation will be Thursday, June 7, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born June 30, 1923 in Shelby County to Eddie Franklin and Maggie O. (Miller) Delaney. She was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church in Center.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Eddie & Maggie Delaney, Husband, Albert Baker,
Son, Hubert “Hubie” Baker, Son, Richard Baker and Daughter-in-law, Patricia Baker, Sister, Lela Permenter and Brother, Leroy Delaney.
She is survived by son: Lonnie Baker of Willis
Son: Kenneth Baker & wife Sherry of Willis
Daughter: Angie Carlson & husband, Gary of Houston
Grandchildren:
Stephen Baker of Houston
Jennifer Malloy of Willis
Mandy Willis & husband, Chris of Jasper
Bryan Baker & wife, Jennifer of Richmond
Emma & Madelyn Carlson of Houston
Step-Grandchildren:
Sandy Hoelzer & Brandi Adams
Great Grandchildren:
Dalton & Delaney Holley
Ty & Ava Baker
Bailee Adams
Numerous Nieces & Nephews
Pallbearers:
Rick Permenter, Charles Delaney, Stephen Baker,
Bryan Baker & Prentice Hendricks
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Mary Helen Simmons, 64, of Nacogdoches formerly of Shelby County, passed away Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at Stallings Court in Nacogdoches.
Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 9, 2012 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Hollis Bass officiating. Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Sunday, June 10, 2012 at Knight & Chapel Cemetery in Lewisville, Arkansas. Visitation will be Friday, June 8, 2012 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born August 10, 1947 in Lafayette County, Arkansas to Leland and Annie (Hendricks) Rogers. She was a member of Old Home Baptist Church. She was a very devoted friend & family member. She was always ready to give a helping hand and she always put others before herself.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Leland & Annie (Hendricks) Rogers, Infant Sister, Baby Rogers and
Sister-in-law, Marie “Recee” Rogers.
She is survived by husband: Rolan Simmons of Nacogdoches
Son & Daughter-in-law:
Randy & Angie Simmons of Buckner, Ark
Daughter & Son-in-law:
Bobbie Sue & Michael Scates of Center
Grandchildren:
Brandon Simmons & wife, Carri of Garrison
Randi McDonald & husband, Tyler of Lewisville, Ark
Dale Scates of Center
Kaleigh Scates of Center
Great Grandchildren:
Justus Hooper
Kaydence Simmons
Hunter McDonald
Brother:
Merrill Rogers of Buckner, Ark
Sister:
Virginia Covington & husband, Bill of Buckner, Ark
Sister-in-law:
Francis Hughes & husband, Sidney of New Waverly
Numerous Nieces, Nephews & Friends
A Special Thank you to Hospice of East Texas & Doctors & Staff of Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
06/05/2012
Graveside service for Alice Joy (Crump) Ross, 76, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 12 Noon, Thursday, June 7, 2012, in Mt. Olive Cemetery, Timpson, with Bro. Cliff Hughes officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be in Mt. Olive Baptist Church Fellowship Hall on Thursday from 11:00 AM until service time. Mrs. Ross passed away Monday, June 4, 2012, in Timpson.
Born July 6, 1935, in Timpson, Alice Joy Crump Ross was the daughter of the late Wiley Alfred and Winnie Bell (Ramsey) Crump. She and Everett Allen Ross were married May 20, 1962, in Carthage, TX.
Alice was a bookkeeper for Shell Oil Company in Deer Park, TX, and interior designer with Foretravel in Nacogdoches, TX. She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Timpson. Always a busy lady, Alice loved caring for her family and also found time for raising Yorkshire terriers.
Survivors include her husband E. A. Ross of Timpson; sons Greg Ross and wife Lisa of Wing, AL, and Allen Ross and wife Kami of Nacogdoches; daughter Desiree McKey and husband Dave of Nacogdoches; brothers: Bobby Gene Crump and wife Wanda of Sulfur Springs, TX, Doye Rodney Crump and wife Mary Beth of Timpson, and Ronnie Crump and wife Debbie of Nacogdoches; sisters Patricia Ann Clepper and husband Gene of Timpson, and Vicki Sue Miller and husband Randy of Shreveport, LA; 9 grandchildren: Kayla Hughes and husband Stacy, Klara Joy Burgeron and husband James, Kellie Lynn McKey, Chester Allen Ross, Whitney and Britney Ross, Lee Palafox, Diamond Ross, and Jason Hughes and wife Candice; 11 great grandchildren: Jessy Hughes, Brandon Hughes, Dillon Grace, Hannah Grace,
Dakota Burgeron, Hadley Burgeron, Peyton McKey, Coleman Hughes, David Hughes, Kayla Hughes, and Damon Hughes.
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.
Ms. Penny Fussell Daughtery, age 66, of San Augustine, passed from this life late last evening, June 4, 2012, in San Augustine.
Penny was born in Jasper County, Texas, on September 19, 1945, to Maxine (Matteaurer) Fussell and Carmen Fussell. She was employed as the Tax Assessor for the County of San Augustine; Retired from the City of San Augustine, and afterwards she retired from the Department of Public Safety Office in Center. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter in Center, and a member of the United Pentecostal Church in Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 7th, 2012, in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with Rev. David Hunt officiating. Interment will follow in the Liberty Hill Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 6th, 2012, from the hours of 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, 316 West Columbia Street, San Augustine, Texas.
Those left to cherish her memory include: Her Son: Chad Murray of Hemphill; Grandson: Jackson Murray of Hemphill; Brother-in-law: Ronnie Fitzgerald of Huntington; Nephews and Spouses: Todd and Lesleigh Fitzgerald of Timpson and Brad and Monica Fitzgerald of Timpson; Niece and Spouse: Brenda and Jimmy Caldwell of Huntington; Great-Nephews and Nieces: Ryan and NIcholaus Fitzgerald of Timpson, John Paul and Luke Packard of Timpson, Brandon and Crystal Holiday of Huntington, Justin and Samantha Martin of San Antonio, and Michael and Kayla Caldwell of Lufkin; Great-Great Nephews and Nieces: Slade Holiday of Huntington, Lane and Lexi Martin of San Antonio, and Maddilynn Caldwell of Lufkin
06/04/2012
Sharon Harkness, 65, of Center, passed away Sunday, June 3, 2012 at Holiday Nursing Home.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 6, 2012 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Pat Windham and Bro. Larry Chandler officiating. Burial will follow at McClelland Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 5, 2012 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born September 9, 1946 to Murray Thomas and Florence (Borders) Harkness. She was member of the Center Missionary Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Murray and Florence Harkness.
She is survived by:
2 Brothers:
Sonny Harkness of Center
Henry Ricky Harkness of Center
Cousin:
Neal King of Euless
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
06/03/2012
James E. Owens, 68, of Huxley, passed away June 3, 2012 at his home in Huxley. He was born April 5, 1944 in Orange to James S. Owens and Selma M. Oswalt Owens. Mr. Owens retired from the City of Huxley after twenty-one years of service and was a fishing guide on Toledo Bend Lake for many years. He attended Lydia Missionary Baptist Church and Huxley Pentecostal Church.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 6, 2012 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Wes Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Pallbearers will be Steve Oswalt, Keith Oswalt, Sammy Furlow, Craig Oswalt, Scott Peveto and Gilbert Vaughn.
He is survived by:
Wife: Mary Owens of Huxley
Daughters:
Penny Bird and husband, Mike of Center
Debra Owens of Dallas
Son: James E. Owens of Longview
Brother: Kenneth Owens and wife, Priscilla of Mont. Belvieu
Sister: Cathy Kirkland and husband, Ralph of Orange
Grandchildren:
Jase Bird, Julie Bird,
Michael Ryan OwnBey,
Trevor Ruiz, Nicole Ruiz and Jordan Ruiz.
Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins
A host of friends
Preceded in death by:
Parents, James and Selma Oswalt Owens
Brother-in-law, Verlon Ellerbe
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/02/2012
John Wess Barnhill, Jr., 67 of Center, passed away Saturday, June 2, 2012 in Nacogdoches. He was born January 26, 1944 in Galveston, Texas to John W. Barnhill, Sr. and Gladys Barnhill. Mr. Barnhill served in the Unites States Navy.
Visitation will be held from 3:00pm until 4:30pm, Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will be held at 5:00pm, Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at New Hope Cemetery in Center.
He is survived by
Daughters:
Ember Brunson and husband, Christopher of Rosharon, Texas
Christine Doggett and husband, Billy of Center
Traci Barnhill Castell and husband, Arian of Santa Fe
17 Grandchildren
Preceded in death by daughter, Cynthia Barnhill.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/01/2012
Leonard Earl Kauffman, 64, passed away Wednesday, May 30, 2012. Leonard Earl Kauffman was born July 4, 1947 to Alvin and Katherine Kauffman. He departed this life May 30, 2012. He joined Carroll Chapel church at an early age. He graduated from East Liberty High School.
Services will be held Saturday, June 2, 2012 at 11am at Carroll Chapel CME Church, Shelbyville, Texas with Rev. Billy Gardner officating. Interment to follow at Carroll Cemetery, Shelbyville, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his parents Alvin and Katherine Kauffman; one sister, Virginia Horton; brother-in-law, Nelse Horton; one brother, Johnny Kauffman; a host of uncles and aunts; three special cousins, A.T. Cartwright, Waymon Gardner, and Tony Warren.
He leaves to cherish his memories:
Niece, Lakeisha Young
Nephews:
Steve Horton and wife Debra
Sedrick Horton
Great nephews: JaKelon Horton, Jabraylon Berry, Donavon Latin, Braston Jones
Great neice: Dreclyn Jones
Uncle, C.D. Kauffman of Shelbyville, Texas
Aunt, Pauline Cartwright of Shelbyville, Texas
Honorary Pallbearers: Sedrick Horton, Steve Horton, Eric Gardner, Donavon Latin, Jakelon Horton, Jabraylon Berry, and Braston Jones.
Active Pallbearers: Michael Gardner, Chris Cartwright, Bobby Cartwright, Tommy Gardner, Arthur Reed, and Eric McCollister
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
Fredda M. Autrey, 92, of Sweetwater, formerly of Joaquin, passed away Friday, June 1, 2012 at Hendrick Medical Center in Abilene. She was born July 6, 1919 in Rising Star to Fred W. Bennett and Ida Mae Stouall.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, June 2, 2012 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m., Sunday, June 3, 2012 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Hollis Bass officiating. Interment will follow at Old Center Cemetery in Panola County.
She is survived by
Sister: Jeannine Stewart of Roscoe
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of friends
She is preceded in death by
Parents: Fred W. Bennett and Ida Mae Stouall
Husband: Earl Autrey
Four Brothers
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
