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08/30/2013
Charles Steptoe, age 76, of Mansfield, Texas passed away Thursday, August 29, 2013 at his residence in Mansfield.
He was born to Lonnie Ransom and Ella Elizabeth (Sowell) Steptoe December 9, 1936 in San Augustine County. He was a member of the Church of Christ.
Charles is survived by his wife Mary Ann Steptoe of Mansfield: sons, Charles Richard Steptoe of Pennington, Markus Wayne Steptoe of Tomball: Stepdaughters, Cindy Thetford of Mansfield, Tammy Martin and husband Jim of Mansfield, Melinda Timpf and husband Jon of Fort Worth: Stepson, Jimmie Thomas and wife Stefanie of Mansfield: grandchildren, Justin Steptoe, Danny Thetford, David Thetford, Lori Thetford, Christy Martin Newkirk, Michael Thomas, Megan Thomas, Carissa Timpf, Lauren Timpf, Eliana Timpf: brother, Alfred Steptoe and wife Hazel of Norwood: sisters: Bennie Jo Sanford of Montgomery, Thelma Jean Havard of Wells, Novis Nell Sowell of San Augustine, Helen Jerline Barlow and husband Joe of Center, Jeanette Outterson of Conroe: 8 Great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his: parents Lonnie and Ella Elizabeth Steptoe: sisters, Hattie Mae Norwood, Pauline Downs, Oneida (Bug) Sowell: brothers, Odell Steptoe, Cecil Steptoe, Lonnie Steptoe.
Funeral Services will be Monday, September 2, 2013 in Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel at 10:00 A.M. with Bro. R.B. Elumbaugh and Dennis Clark officiating and burial in Sowell Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, September 1, 2013 from the hours of 4:00 till 7:00 P.M. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, 316 West Columbia St., San Augustine, Texas 75972
Pallbearers will be Justin Steptoe, Jim Martin, Jimmie Thomas,Darrell Barlow, Scott Outterson, Steve Collier
Please note ***Online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
Funeral services for Mr. Michael Nix, 65, of Mt. Enterprise, will be held at 2 pm Saturday, August 31, 2013 at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Mt. Enterprise with Rev. Dean Grigsby and Rev. Darrel Owens officiating. Interment will follow at Shiloh Cemetery in Shelby County under the direction of Crawford-A. Crim Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends from 1 pm until service time on Saturday, August 31 at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church.
Mr. Nix passed from this life on August 29, 2013. He was born November 28, 1947 in Henderson to the late Chester and Gladys Channey Nix. Mr. Nix was a coach for Mt. Enterprise I.S.D. for 35 years before retiring, and he was a faithful member of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Mt. Enterprise for 54 years.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Merwyn Nix.
Survivors include: wife, Johnnie Nix of Mt. Enterprise; sons, Tim Nix and wife Heather of West Point, NY, and Trent Nix and wife Jennifer of Dallas; brothers, C.L. Nix and David Nix of Whitehouse, and Jerry Nix of Nacogdoches; sister, Cathy Nix of Whitehouse; and grandsons, Chaney and Elias Nix.
Pallbearers will be Brian Frazer, Clint Creel, Kyle Keeling, Greg Owens, Dylan Owens, and Joe Moore. Honorary pallbearers will be John Ash, Jackie Risinger, Steve Jones, Jimmy Hays, Ricky Keeling, Paul Moore, John Webb, Jake Porter, and Tommy Freeman.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Landmark Missionary Baptist Church at 202 W. Gregg St., Mt. Enterprise, TX 75681, and/or the Michael Nix Scholarship Fund, Mt. Enterprise High School at 301 Northwest 3rd St., Mt. Enterprise, TX 75681.
Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.crawfordacrim.com.
Mark Herring, 57 of Garrison passed away in Nacogdoches, Texas on August 30, 2013.
He was born on September 26, 1955 in Shreveport, LA to Ruel & Mable (Anders) Herring.
Graveside service will be Sunday, September 1, 2013 at 3:00 pm at Munn Erlyn Chapel in Mira, LA. Brother Robert Reneau will officiate.
Mark is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by
Wife: Pamela Herring of Garrison, TX
Son: Stanley Herring & Wife Morgan of Houston, TX
Brothers: Bill Herring & Wife Linda of Vivan, LA
James Herring & Wife Kim of Lone Star, TX
Sisters: Susan Ames & husband Allen of Naples, TX
Charolette Davenport & husband Danny of Hoston, LA
Special Brother-In-Law: Marty Reneau & wife Leigh Ann of Garrison, TX
Host of other relatives and friends.
Pall bearers: Don Davenport
Tyler Warren
Charles Stott
Bryan Dumas
Phillip Delgado
Trey Reneau
Visitation will be held Saturday, August 31, 2013 from 6-8pm at Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, TX.
Funeral Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home.
Sidney I. Rambin who was born April 1, 1934, passed from this life early Thursday morning, August 29, 2013. He was a long time resident of Texas City, TX. He was born and reared in Garrison, Texas. He will be sadly missed by wife, Arona Ann Rambin; sons, Sidney I Rambin II, Daniel Alexander Rambin and daughter, Theresa Grace Colbert. He is also survived by step-son Mark Allemand and step-daughter, Suzanne Lummus, 14 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at 2pm at the Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas. Visitation will be from 12:30 to 2pm before the service at Garrison Funeral Home. Burial will be at Bethel Cemetery, Appleby, Texas.
Services under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas
Graveside services for J. J. Votaw, 91, will be held at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin TX on Saturday, August 31, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Tom Howe, Senior Pastor of Christ United Methodist Church in Shreveport. Visitation with the family will be held Friday, August 30, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Southside.
J. J. Votaw was born April 22, 1922 in Holdenville, OK, the youngest of six, born to John J. and Venetta Broughton Votaw. He is a child of the depression, shaped by the dust bowl into a member of the greatest generation. He proudly served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII being awarded the Good Conduct Medal, three Overseas Service Bars, the Asiatic-Pacific Service Medal, the American Theatre Service Medal, and the Victory Medal.
He was a master woodworker making rocking horses not only for his grandchildren but may others. His days spent in his workshop were among his happiest even though the sound of his machines caused his deafness. He took great pleasure in his yard and his last chore was purchasing grass and weed seed.
J. J. married Juanel Grant and became father to Bob Holliday (Marsha), Susan Votaw Burson (Stanley) and John L. Votaw (Annette Peters); grandfather to Jason Burson, Alissa Burson Chamness (Clyde), Josh Burson, John L. Votaw, Jr., James Holliday (Charlene), Lindsey Mock (Keith). He is great-grandfather to Jason Burson II, Dylan Burson, Payton Chamness, Evan Chamness, Jett Burson, Johnathan Voataw, Micah Mock, and Ashlyn Lee. J. J. was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, and great-grandson Braydon Burson.
Grandsons and grandsons-in-law will be pallbearers; honorary pallbearers will be great-grandsons.
Services under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Southside.
08/29/2013
Rachel Fountain, 88, of Center, passed away, Thursday, August 29, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.
Services will be 11:00 a.m. September 2, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Keith Rose and Bro. Pat Windham officiating. Burial will follow at Old Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, September 1, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born August 18, 1925 in San Augustine County, Texas to James Dewey and Eva Mae (Thacker) Brown. She was a dedicated member of White Rock Missionary Baptist Church for over 60 years where she has been the church clerk, song director and played the piano and organ until her death. She graduated from Camp Worth in San Augustine County in 1943 where she was the valedictorian. Ms. Rachel worked for Excelsior school where she has been the cook, custodian, and school bus driver for many years. She also helped her husband operate their business Jack Fountain Plumbing in Shelby County.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, James and Eva Mae Brown. Husband, Homer “Jack” Fountain, Son, Homer Fountain, Jr., Daughters-in-law, Jana Fountain & Wanda Coats, Brother, J.D. Brown and Sister, Lillian McSwain.
She is survived by:
Son: Jackie Lee Fountain & wife, Teena of Joaquin
6 Grandchildren:
Randy Fountain of Center
Sheila Cosby of Center
Jeremy Fountain of Center
Jill Parker & husband, Steve of Center
Laila Chambliss & husband, Tory of Joaquin
Jodie Fountain of Center
Great Grandchildren:
Ashley Cosby, Wesley Cosby, Jr., John Kevin Cosby, Jr. & wife, Brandie, Kristen Cosby Hall & husband, Marc, Megan McShane, Jordin Fountain, Kyle Chambliss, Charlie Fountain, Case Chambliss, Schree Parker, Kaylee Parker & Chase Shields
Great Great Grandchildren:
Steven & Jaiden Mahaffey, Nevaeh Cosby,
Ada & Emily Cosby, Krista & Dylan Hall
Brother: Howard Brown & wife, Judy of Paradise Valley, AZ
Step Grandchildren:
Titus & Wendi Chambliss, Taylor & David Baez, Thatcher Chambliss
Step Great Grandchildren: Randi & Rilee Chambliss & Sage & Jose Baez
Brother-in-law: Warren McSwain of Center
Son-in-law: Jeff Coats of Center
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
William “Bill” Holt, 74, of Tyler, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 in Tyler. Bill, a retired co-owner of Primo Beauty Supply Company, was born on May 27, 1939 in Center, Texas. He grew up and attended school in Center. Following high school he attended cosmetology school in Tyler. Following school he worked in Shreveport and Houston. He married Priscilla Wolf on September 7, 1963. They moved to Tyler and Bill worked for Botten-Field’s Beauty Supply. He worked there for many years before becoming a co-owner of Primo Beauty Supply. He retired in 2007 and was also a member of the NRA. He is survived by his wife, Priscilla of Tyler; daughters, Christine Holt, Heather Bush, and her husband, Judson of Lindale; as well as two grandchildren, Justin Bush and Mollie Bush.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, August 31, 2013 at Tyler memorial Cemetery, 12053 State Highway 64 West, Tyler. Memorial contributions may be directed to Shriners Hospital for Children, 3100 Samford Ave., Shreveport, LA 71103 or Pleasant Retreat Methodist Church, 417 CR 1143, Tyler, TX 75704. Tyler Memorial Funeral Home and Cemetery is entrusted with the arrangements.
Missionary Mercia D. Bledsoe, 80 of Joaquin, passed away Saturday, August 24, 22013 at her residence in Joaquin.
Visitation for family and friends will be held Friday, August 30, 2013 from 6pm to 8pm at St. Peter Church of God in Christ in Logansport, Louisiana. Services will be held Saturday, August 31, 2013 at St. Peter Church of God in Christ in Logansport with Pastor Dwight Galtin officiating. Interment will follow at St. John Cemetery in Tenaha, Texas.
Shee is survived by:
Daughter: Jean Knighton of Dallas, Texas
Grandchildren:
Jimmie Lee Sears of California
Carolyn Reed of Terrell, Texas
Brothers:
John Reed of Dallas
Theoro Williams of Detroit, Michigan
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
Goldie Mary Frazier, 91, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2013 in Center, TX. She was born March 8, 1922 in Esther, LA to Alex and Eleanor Cessac and was a former resident of Beaumont.
She is survived by her sons, Elliott “Buddy” Gough and his wife, Kathryn of Rogers, AR and David Frazier and his wife, Danielle, of Center, TX; daughters, Mary McAllister of Warren, TX and Rose McSwain of Center, TX; grandchildren, Aimee See, Jennifer Rowland, Austin Gough, Seth Matthews, Hunter Smith and Samuel McSwain; 6 great-grandchildren and a brother, Raywood Cessac and his wife, Alice, of Vidor, TX. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Austin Gough and Leroy Frazier, son, Charles Gough, daughter-in-law Patricia Gough, sons-in-law John McAllister and Larry McSwain and great-granddaughter, Whitley Grace Rowland.
A mass of Christian burial celebrating the life of Goldie will be held Saturday, August 31, 2013 at 10 a.m. at St. Pius X in Beaumont with burial to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. A rosary will be held Friday, August 30 at 6 p.m. in the chapel of Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home with visitation to follow.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
08/28/2013
Mertie Bonner Westerfield, 92 of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at Grooms Senior Living in Plano, Texas.
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 7, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Jason Canaday officiating. Burial will follow at Lone Cedar Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, September 6, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born May 11, 1921 in Shelby County, Texas to Rufus and Alma (Cox) Bonner. She has been a member of Lone Cedar Missionary Baptist Church ever since she was a little girl.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Rufus and Alma Bonner, Husband, James E. Westerfield, Son, Douglas Westerfield, Sister, Rose Gray, Sister, Gertrude Adams, Sister, Mildred Ramsey & Brother, Haward Bonner.
She is survived by:
Daughter: Margaret Quartel & husband, Don of Plano
Daughter-in-law: Cindy Westerfield Durham
Grandchildren:
Scott Quartel & wife, Sarah
Carrie Canaday & husband, Jason
Lee Ann Hightower
Great Grandchildren:
Crystal Westerfield, Aaron & Courtney Gordon,
Bradley & Zoe Quartel
Ava Canaday
Great Great Grandchild: Trinity Parker
Brother: James Ferrel Bonner
Brothers-in-law & Sisters-in-law:
Roy Westerfield & wife, Louise
Cleta Smith
Claude Westerfield & wife, Cathy
Pallbearers:
Jim Bonner, Mark Bonner, Randy Bonner, Tim Bonner, Jason Canaday, Scott Quartel
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Ronnie J. Bufford, 50, of Orange, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2013, at UTMB Health in Galveston.
Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 31, 2013, at Old First Orange Baptist Church. Officiating will be Reverend Benard Woods, pastor of Faith Harbor Church in Little Cypress. A Graveside Service will be 3:30 p.m. at East Hamilton Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Friday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Orange on October 6, 1962, Ronnie was the son of Ravis Joseph Bufford and Betty Jane (Bourque) Bufford. For 16 years, Ronnie worked as a Carman at Union Pacific Railroad. He was a member of Local Union 6452 Brotherhood of Railway Carmen and a past member of Boilmakers Local 587.
Ronnie was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and son. He enjoyed the outdoors such as hunting and fishing and also enjoyed playing his guitar with numerous bands in the area. Ronnie will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ravis Joseph Bufford; grandparents, Sidney and Qzitte Bufford, Beulah B. Hargrave and Ophe Bufford; and sister, Sugie Lane Vasquez.
Ronnie is survived by his wife, Donna Cox Bufford of Orange; mother, Betty Jane Bufford of Orange; sons, Brandon Chase Bufford and his fiancée, Victoria Lynn Smith of Lumberton, Kendon Leger of Beaumont and Ronnie James Bufford of Gary, Indiana; and daughter, Julie Bufford of Merrillville, Indiana.
He is also survived by his six grandchildren, Dylan James Bufford, Jayden Payne Bufford, Leighla Ruth Meeks, Alexander Nicolas Bufford, Amber Skye Bufford and Breighanna Jo Meeks; brothers, Rickey Bufford of Orange and Jason Bufford of The Colony, Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Marie Gagnon Barton, 80, of Woodland Shores, Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at her residence after a courageous battle with cancer.
Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 30, 2013 at Campti Cemetery with Bro. Ozay Ford officiating.
She was born April 30, 1933 in Brooklyn, New York. She loved children, good Italian food and loved going riding to see the pretty sights. She attended Campti Church.
She was survived by:
Husband: Bill Barton of Joaquin
Step Children:
Laura Baker & Family
Johnny Barton & Family
Danny Barton & Family
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Phillip Alan "Phil" Puryear, 45 of Garrison, Texas passed away August 28, 2013 at Memorial Hospital, Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born September 24, 1967 in California to Grady Ray Puryear and Marilyn Kehr Puryear. He was a mechanic at Lunsford Garage in Garrison.
Memorial services will be held Tuesday, September 3, 2013 at 6pm at Garrison Funeral Home.
He is survived by:
Mother: Marilyn Puryear of Bay City, Texas
Brother: Jim Puryear of Bay City, Texas
Sisters:
Symantha Puryear of Bay City, Texas
Kathy Puryear of Bay City, Texas
Friend: David Cronkrite of Garrison, Texas
A host of friends
Funeral services under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.
08/27/2013
Martha Cockrell, age 73 of Whitehouse, Texas, passed away, Monday, August 26, 2013 at East Texas Medical Center at Tyler.
Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 31, 2013 at Sholar Cemetery with Bro. John Bender officiating. Visitation will be Saturday, August 31, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born September 18, 1939 in Locust Bayou, Arkansas to Frank and Era (Quarles) Clemons.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Frank and Era Clemons, Husband, Donald E. Cockrell, Brother, Johnny Clemons and Sister, Rena Akers
She is survived by:
Son: Mike Cockrell of Whitehouse
Grandson: Cody Cockrell of Greensboro, NC
Sister: Nina Young of Brownwood
Brother: Lonnie Clemons of Kilgore
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
James Randall Peace, 58, of Center, passed away Monday, August 26, 2013 at Memorial Health Systems of East Texas in Lufkin.
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 29, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Carl Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 28, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born November 2, 1954 to J. M. and Wanda Ree (Johnson) Peace. He graduated from Center High School in 1972. Randall better known as “Peacemaker” was self-employed as a truck driver. He worked in the logging woods for many years and has hauled rock, gravel & chickens in the past.
He is preceded in death by his Father, J.M. “Cudge” Peace, Wife, Donna Peace, Grandparents, R.J. & Nettie Johnson, Grandparents, Booth & Mae Peace, Mother-in-law, Bobbie Ann (Lampley) Hataway, Uncle, Reynold Dean “Bully” Peace and Aunt, Lillie Mae (Peace) Hughes.
He is survived by:
Children:
Tarah (Peace) Rudisill & husband, Jason of Nacogdoches
Reagan (Peace) Link & husband, Kevin of Center
Hilary Peace of Center
Nathan Peace of Center
2 Grandsons:
Braxton Lee Rudisill of Nacogdoches
Karson Gilbert Link of Center
Mother: Wanda Ree Peace of Center
Father-in-law: Donald Gene Hataway of Tenaha
Uncles & Aunts:
Monk & Pat Peace of Center
Barbara & Carroll Wilson of Huxley
Numerous Cousins, Family & Friends
Special Friend: Donna Rushing of Hardin
Pallbearers:
Steve Hopkins, Justin Hopkins, David Alford, Rex Hutto, Donald Barbee & Roy Mixon
Honorary Pallbearers: Jason Rudisill & Kevin Link
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas.
8/26/2013
Mildred Allison, 84 of Houston, Texas, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2013 in Houston, Texas. She was born February 21, 1929 in Shreveport, LA. Her parents were Lee Parrish and Hattie Mae Byars Fancher. She was of the Jehovah Witness faith and a homemaker.
Visitation for family and friends will be from 11am to 12 noon Saturday, August 31, 2013 at Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison Texas and funeral services will be at 12 noon at the funeral home with interment to follow at Cold Springs Cemetery, Garrison, Texas.
She is survived by:
Husband: Clyde Allison of Houston, Texas
Sons:
Henry Milton Harding and wife Dale of Houston, Texas
Russell Lendin Allison and wife Karen of Houston, Texas
Daughter: Carolia Sue Hostetter and husband Bruce of Cut & Shoot, TX
Grandchildren: Marcus, Spring Gail, Kimberly, Stewart, Sandy, Melinda, Chelsea and Daniel
Sisters:
Francis McMiIllan of Overton, TX
Marie Carter of Houston, TX
Host of other relatives and friends
Pallbearers will be her grandsons
Funeral services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.
Eldon Doster, 72, of Center, passed away Sunday, August 25, 2013 at Oak Manor Nursing Home in Nacogdoches. He was born January 20, 1941 in Center to Obie Doster and Ethel Wicker Doster. He was of the Jehovah’s Witness faith.
Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 31, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Mike Michalak officiating.
He is survived by
Wife: Brenda Doster of Center
Brother: Elmon Doster and wife, Barbara of Houston
Mother-in-law: Mary Jane Goings of Shelbyville
Sister-in-law: Laretta Dean of Shelbyville
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
Preceded in death by
Parents: Obie Doster and Ethel Wicker Doster
Brothers: Herschel Doster, Harold Doster and Leon Doster
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
8/24/2013
Jimmy Dow Stilley, 75, of Timpson, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2013 in Garrison, Texas. He was born on October 19, 1937 in Timpson, Texas, the son of John Payton Stilley and Irene (Randall) Stilley. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 26, 2013 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Bro. Hollis Bass officiating. Interment will follow at Corinth Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 25, 2013 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM also at Taylor Funeral Home.
Jimmy was a servant by heart. He served his country in the United States Army from February 1957 until December 1959. After retiring from Diamond Shamrock, he spent many years as the caretaker for the First Baptist Church of Timpson and then spent many years as well serving on the board of the Corinth Cemetery Association. He also carried this gift of serving over to his family. Jimmy also loved the Lord and was a faithful member of Old Home Baptist Church.
Jimmy is survived by his wife Sue Stilley of Timpson; sons: Randy Stilley of Houston, Kerry Stilley and his wife Sharon of Houston, Tracey Stilley and his wife Sheri of Houston, and Jesse Elliott of Timpson; by daughters: Renee Smith of Conroe, Tx, Elaine Young and her husband Ernie of Timpson and Kathy Frick of Milam, Tx; by sister: Catherine Bass and her husband Hollis of Timpson; by aunt: Myra Shepherd of Mt. Enterprise; he also leaves his legacy to his 20 grandchildren and his 4 great-grandchildren. Jimmy is also survived by a host of other close family members and dear friends.
Jimmy was preceded in death death by his parents, John Payton and Irene Stilley, by sister, Eva Nell Stilley and by his son, Stacey Stilley.
Pallbearers for Mr. Stilley will be: Byran Elliott, Cory Young, Brandon Young, Justin Young, Ernie Young, and Joshua Taylor.
Honorary Pallbearers will include: Bill Cozart, Thomas Cozart, Hollis Bass, and Bobby Stilley.
Memorial donations in Mr. Stilley’s name can be made to the Corinth Cemetery Association, P. O. Box 507, Timpson, Texas 75975.
To convey condolences or to sign an online register please visit www.taylorfh.net.
8/23/2013
Donald Alvin Dickerson, 50, of Star City, AR passed away Wednesday at John L. McClellan Memorial Veteran's Hospital in Little Rock. He was born July 26, 1963 in Hemphill, TX to Vivian and Eudeline Lane Dickerson. He was a minister and missionary of Southside Baptist Church in Star City, serving in Cowie, Scotland, UK and was a lieutenant in the US Navy, graduating in 1985 from the US Naval Academy.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara Dickerson of Star City; parents, Vivian and Eudeline Dickerson of Center, TX; son, Ryan McCormack of Cowie, Scotland, UK; and 2 brothers, Brian Dickerson of Mansfield, TX and Chuck Dickerson of Nassau Bay, TX.
Funeral services are 2:00PM Monday at Faith Baptist Church in N. Little Rock with Bro. Allen Hagood, Bro. Keith Rowton, Bro. Robert "Mack" Myers officiating. Visitation is 10:00 AM - 12:00 noon Monday at the church. A second visitation is 2:00 - 4:00PM Sunday at Southside Baptist Church in Star City. Pallbearers are Shawn Bai, Mike Crofford, Brian Dickerson, Bryan Lehman, Alan Myers, Rob Payne, Isaac Pettersen and Daniel Rucker. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Southside Baptist Church, Alvin Dickerson "Young Ministers" Memorial Fund, PO Box 545, Star City, AR 71667.
Arrangements by Griffin Funeral Service in Star City. Online guestbook at www.griffinfuneralservice.net.
Memorial Service for Alvin Dickerson will be held on Thursday, August 29 at 2:30 pm, at the following location:
Providence Baptist Church
County Road 1265
Center, Texas
At 1:45 pm on Thurs, August 29 there will be a 45 minute visitation time before the Memorial Service (2:30) for Alvin Dickerson.
Roxanne Galey, 37, of Avondale, AZ died on Monday, June 10, 2013 in Hospice of the Valley in Goodyear, Arizona. Roxanne had been battling colon cancer for several years. Roxanne's body was donated to Science Care (research) and thus Roxanne lives on by allowing doctors and medical students the ability to research new life-saving medical and surgical procedures and techniques. No services are planned.
Roxanne was born in Circle City Hospital in Corona, CA on June 11, 1975 and moved to Texas with her parents in November of 1983 where she attended Center schools and graduated from Center High School in May 1995. Roxanne moved to Arizona in 1998 and lived there until her death.
Roxanne is survived by:
Dad and Mom: Sean and Joyce Permenter, Joaquin, Texas
Son: John Paul Esquivel, Avandale, AZ
Brother: Eric Permenter and fiance, Josey Mallory, Joaquin, Texas
Sister: Amie and Brad Modglin, Las Vegas, NV
Grandmother: Edgel Permenter, Arlington, Texas
Aunts and Uncles:
Mike Black, Flagstaff, AZ
Jeanette and David Oehlerking, Mesa, AZ
Eddie and Denise Black, Queen Creek, AZ
Willie and Jackie Black, Mesa, AZ
Leslie Black, Phoenix, AZ
Steve and Sandy Permenter, Joaquin, TX
Debbie and Jack Brown, Arlington, TX
Nephews:
Branson Permenter of Joaquin
Kolton Pacheco, San Diego, CA
Nieces:
Madison Modglin and Allie Modglin, Las Vegas, NV
Numerous cousins
She was preceded in death by maternal grandmother, Dorothy Black; maternal grandfather, Owen Black; and paternal grandfather, Smith Permenter.
Donations can be made to the Hopsice of the Valley in Goodyear, Arizona
Alice Deloney, 90 of Garrison, Texas passed away August 22, 2013 in Longview, Texas. She was born November 13, 1922 to Noble L. Alford and Clotile Brown Alford. She was of the Baptist faith.
Visitation for family and friends will be held Saturday, August 24, 2013 from 9am to 11am at Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 24, 2013 at 11am with Bro. Shak Arrington officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Springs Cemetery.
She is survived by:
Grandson: Mark Hamilton and wife Christina, Pittsburg, PA
Granddaughter: Debbie Young of Jefferson, TX
Great Grandchildren: Phoenix, Denver and Marverick Young; Breana, Lauren and Julia Hamilton
Sisters:
Tula Alford Browning of Agua Dulee
Jackie Alford Allen of Henderson, TX
Betty Alford Adams of Dilsboro, IN
Brother: William D. Alford of Milam, IN
Host of other nieces, nephews and friends
Preceded in death by 1st husband Noble Nail, 2nd husband Richard "Jack" DeLoney; daughter, Vivian Askley; parents, Noble and Clotile Brown Alford; 2 brothers and 2 sisters
Funeral services under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas
Edith Rivers Henderson, 93, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, August 22, 2013 in Kaufman. She was born January 8, 1920 in Shelby County to Walter W. Hickman and Ruth Permenter Hickman. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 903 in Joaquin, Retired Teachers Association, XYZ and First Baptist Church in Joaquin.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, August 24, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 25, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Elmer Mathews officiating. Interment will follow at Old Home Cemetery in Center.
Pallbearers will be Phil Worsham, Dennis Leggett, Rodney Dean, Nolan Sholar, Steve Cockrell and Mike Wood. Honorary pallbearers will be R.D. Green, Jimmy Coulter and William Foster.
She is survived by
Sisters:
Bobbie Shaw and husband, John of Shreveport
Margarett Nash of Crandall
Nephew: Mark McElrath and wife, Cheryl of Forney
Nieces:
Tiffany Lowe and husband, Tom of Crandall
Connie Mead and husband, Doug of Sulphur
Numerous other relatives
Preceded in death by
Husband: James Rivers
Husband: Hie Henderson
Parents: Ruth & Walter Hickman
Sister: Verna Lee Pickard
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
8/22/2013
Shirley Boles Young, 76, of Center, passed away Thursday, August 22, 2013 at Nacogdoches Medical Center.
Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 24, 2013 at Oaklawn Memorial Park with Bro. Michael Hale officiating.
She was born December 14, 1936 in Center to Paul and Rosa Lee (Lock) Boles. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Center.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Paul and Rosa Lee Boles and Infant Twin Sisters.
She is survived by:
Son: Randy Carroll & wife, Delisa of Center
Daughter: Virginia Permenter of Center
Son: Jeff Young & wife, Deborah of Center
Grandsons:
Richard Pinkston & wife, Elizabeth of Center
David Young of Center
Granddaughter: Mallory Permenter of Center
Great Grandchildren: Kinzley & Andrew Pinkston of Center
Brother: Bennie Boles & wife, Anita of Center
Niece: Debbie Boles of Houston
Step Brother: Ralph Edward “Butch” Campbell of Center
Numerous Cousins, Relatives & Friends
Pallbearers: Jason Snider, Chester Hutto, Lee Saenz, Dennis Permenter, Billy Poindexter & Dakotah Poindexter
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
John Wesley Parker was born February 19, 1962, in San Augustine, Texas, to J.W. and Wilma (Flournoy) Parker and entered into rest August 21, 2013 in Nacogdoches, Texas.
John was a veteran of United States Army. He was employed by a Construction Company in Garrison, Texas.
He was a member of Broaddus Masonic Lodge and was a member of Geneva Baptist Church.
John is survived by his wife Jan Parker of San Augustine; daughter Winter Parker Eastland and her husband James of Canyon Lake; son J. T. Parker and his fiance' Shelby of Carizzo Springs; stepsons Douglas Williams and his wife Tabitha of Milam, Matt Williams and his wife Heather of Lufkin; sisters Joy Nell Sowell and her husband Alfred Gene of San Augustine, Evelyn Miller and her husband Kenneth of Harkley, Sherry Lockley and her husband Fred of New Braunfels; grandchildren Wesley, Sophie, Bryleigh, Lilly, Jackson, Jordan; nieces and nephews - Michael Shane Mosley of Pasadena, Kim Harless of New Braunfels, Brandy Shulte; aunts Bennie Brookshire of San Augustine, Lanell Huff of Houston; numerous other cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Wilma and J. W. Parker; nephew Matthew Kendrick and Kevin Miller.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday, August 24, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. in Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel with Bro. Buddy Pratt officiating and burial will follow at Sowell Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be J.T. Parker, Donald Steptoe, Ronald Bennefield, Vandy Sowell, Freddy Weeks, Anthony Quinn. Honorary Pallbearers will be Steve Dwire and Sam McGee.
Visitation will be Friday evening at the Funeral Home from the hours of 5:00 - 8:00.
Please note condolences and online obituary may be posted at www.timeformemory.com.wymanroberts
8/21/2013
Rose Maude Ware Culver, 77, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, & friend, was welcomed into Heaven by her large, and loving family who preceded her home, on Tuesday, August 20, 2013, after a valiant battle with COPD. She was born on December 30, 1935, in her fraternal home on Butler Hill, Gary, Texas, to Katie Ila Crump Ware, and Ralph Lamar Ware. She was an excellent student of the Tenaha school system where she was involved in many clubs, and her love of learning was fostered by several wonderful teachers. After graduating from Stephen F. Austin University, Class of 1957, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Education, Rose accepted a teaching position with the Groves Independent School District, where she taught fifth grade. She was a beloved teacher, mentor, & friend to all who knew her, and several of these students became lifelong friends. Rose Ware, meet and married the love of her life Albert Culver, at the First Methodist Church, Tenaha, Texas, on February 13, 1960, a winter storm made the nuptials very icy, and gave her a great story to tell her children, about her wedding. She was a world traveler, who could stretch a dollar by eating potted meat sandwiches, or Vienna sausage, so she could go a little farther each trip. She was an avid reader, gardener, fisher woman, student of life, lover of nature, antiques collector, neighborhood mom, Bluebird Leader, and most importantly Rose was an amazing mother, grandmother, great grandmother, a true friend to all who knew and loved her! While she never returned to teaching after giving birth to her three daughters, she continued to teach her children, neighbor kids, friends children, and strangers, about the world, to love nature, books, birds, insects, rocks, music, laughter, and one another, she was the Kool-Aid, and cookies mom, giving so much to so many that kids came from blocks away to play at The Culver Girls’ house. Rose made many lifelong friendships that brought several families together to this day; the Drakes, Goldbergs, Burmeisters, were wonderful additions to the large extended Culver and Ware families. She reveled in her children, her nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and her beloved parents making everyone feel special, and nurtured the importance of loving family.
Rose Maude, is survived by her daughters: Emily Rose Beaird, and husband, Ramon, of Florence, TX; Brenda Jane Culver, and life partner, Regina Stoneham, of Round Rock, TX; Katy Frances Wallace, and husband Grady, of Hutto, TX; Sister Frances Bowlin, and husband Morris, of Gary, TX; granddaughter Lana Welch, husband SOG Tanner Welch, of Virginia; granddaughters: Gradie Lauren Wallace, Audrey Beaird, Vicki Beaird, grandsons: Daniel Culver, Hunter Wallace, Noah Wallace, great grandsons: Logan Johnson, Turner Welch, great-granddaughters Lily Welch, her niece Beverly Kay Martin, and husband Keith; nephew Bryan Bowlin, and wife Terry of Tenaha, TX; her beloved son, Ray Cody Drake, of Nacogdoches, TX. The family would also like to thank the staff of Texas Home Health Hospice, who gave Rose exceptional care, and showered her in kindness; Nurse Emma, Chaplain Donna, Aide Lucille, Aide Carla aka (Carli) and all the other great nurses she was blessed to know!
Rose Maude Ware Culver, will be honored in a Christian Service at the Ramah Baptist Church, 131 County Road 4475 Tenaha, TX, 75974-4515, on Saturday, August 24, 2013, at 10:00 AM, with Pastor Keith Keele, presiding, Burial will follow at Ramah Cemetery. The family invites all to a reception following the burial at the Ramah Fellowship Hall. Visitation will be on Friday, August 23, 2013, from 2-4 PM, at Mangum Funeral Home, 420 San Augustine Street, Center, TX 75935. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the: Staff Sergeant, Lucian Adams Scholarship Fund, Lamar State College-Port Arthur, 1500 Procter Street, Port Arthur, TX 77640. Lucian was Rose’s brother in law, and both were advocates of making education available to all who want it!
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Mavis Forsyth, 81, of Port Arthur, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at Medical Center of Southeast Texas in Port Arthur.
Graveside Service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 22, 2013 at Restland Cemetery in Tenaha with Bro. John Bender officiating.
Mavis Forsyth was born on May 15th, 1932 in Shelbyville, Texas, and was the youngest of ten children to Mildred and Edward Whiddon. She was the proud and caring matriarch to her family, and enjoyed the holidays, cooking for her loved ones, and attending church services and bible study. Mavis will be laid to rest alongside her husband and son at Restland Cemetery in Tenaha, Texas.
She is preceded in death by first husband Douglas Forsyth and first born son Larry Forsyth.
She is survived by sons- Keith (Jenny) Forsyth of Mauriceville, Texas, and Barry (Lois) Forsyth of Orange, Texas; daughters- Diane (Alan) Tinsley of Port Arthur, Texas and Pam (Adam) Hall of Beaumont, Texas. The beloved “MoMo” to five grandchildren: Barry Len Forsyth, Joey Hayes, April Hayes, Brittany Williams, and Marissa Forsyth; five step-grandchildren: Cory Rambo, Jeremy Tinsley, Aaron Tinsley, Lydia Hall and Sarah Hall; five great-grandchildren and ten step-great grandchildren. Survived by one cousin, Allyene Barlam, and aunt to multiple nieces and nephews.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
8/20/2013
Ron M. Lee, 67, died in Houston on August 19, 2013, after battling esophageal cancer for three and half years. Memorial Services will be held at 6:30pm on Friday, August 23, 2013 Victory & Praise Worship Center at 21907 FM 2100 Crosby, Texas. The Lee Family, in keeping with his wishes, would like for his friends to stop by and enjoy his favorite food, Barbeque and share fond memories celebrating his life.
Ron M. Lee was an identical twin and the son of Ira Evan Lee, World War II Veteran and Annie Ruth Lee (“Meme”). He grew up in Center, Texas and attended Center High School and later Stephen F. Austin University in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was blessed with a bigger than life personality and the art of sales came naturally to him. He was life-long salesman in the Insurance, apparel and mobile home industry. As he would always say, he “could sell an oscillating fan to an Eskimo!”
In 1966, he married his Center High School sweetheart, Billie Kathryn Metcalf. Three years later they had their only child, Michael “Cody” Lee. In 1999, he married Maria Zubia Cervantes after being single for 25 years. Though he had many trials in this life, he had a deep and abiding faith in Jesus, his Lord and Savior. Shortly before he passed, he said that, “He had decided it was time and he was going to Heaven,” and that is exactly what he did.
Survivors include: His twin brother Don M. Lee and his sister Lynn Lee of Humble, Texas; his son Cody Lee and wife Heather and his grandchildren Hudson, Sheppard, Isabella and Lola Grace of McKinney, Texas. A special thanks to Ryli Lee Davis, his niece, who out of love provided for his care in his final months.
In lieu of flowers, any donations to his Church (Victory & Praise Worship Center at 21907 FM 2100 Crosby, Texas) would be appreciated.
To convey condolences online please visit: www.cremationone.cc
Robert Glyn “Bob” Hughes, 79, of Center, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at Nacogdoches Medical Center in Nacogdoches. He was born November 30, 1933 in Timpson to Vause Hughes and Jewell Crump Hughes. Mr. Hughes served in the United States Army. He was of the Baptist faith.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, August 22, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, August 23, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Center.
Pallbearers will be Michael Ramsey, Lester Hughes, Robert Ramsey, Brent Hughes, Tom H. Collins and Bobby Collins. Honorary pallbearers will be Chili Jones, Ben Clifton, Leroy Terry, Joe Ford, Doyle Luman, Chester Mills, Jessie Mims, Lowell Cooper, John Schoenrock, Johnny Covington and Jason Covington.
He is survived by
Wife: Sandra Collins Hughes of Center
Son: Lance Hughes and wife, Bridget of Timpson
Granddaughter: Holly Colleen Hughes of Timpson
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
Preceded in death by
Parents: Vause Hughes and Jewell Crump Hughes
Grandson: Jacob Brent Hughes
Brother: B.W. Hughes
Sister: Berniece Hughes Ramsey
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Jacob Hughes Duck’s Unlimited Fund at Shelby Savings Bank in Center.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Dorothy Mayhaw, 72 of Beckville, passed away Friday night, August 16, 2013 at Panola Nursing Home. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 20, 2013 from 12 noon until 2pm at Northside Christian Center Church, Carthage, Texas. Services will be held following visitation at 2pm. Interment at Walnut Springs Cemetery, Carthage, Texas with Rev. Betty Wills officiating.
She is survived by:
3 sons:
Luther Dan Mayhaw of Beckville, Texas
Doyle Ray Mayhaw of Nacogdoches, Texas
John Edd Mayhaw of Huxley, Texas
Daughter: Dora Jane Perkins of Carthage, Texas
8 Grand Children, 1 Great Grand Child
Sister: Janie Downins of Gary, Texas
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas
Bennie Dale Dunkins, 75 of Timpson, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at his residence in Timpson. Services will be held Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at 1pm at Community Funeral Home Chapel, Center, Texas with interment at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Tenaha, Texas. Pastor Moses Donzell Hughes to officate.
He is survived by:
3 Daughters:
Glenda Woods of Alando, Florida
Rena Oliver Ware of Clear Water, Florida
Bennie Hudson of Mansfield, Louisiana
Son: Travis Duncan of Tenaha, Texas
11 Grand Children, 13 Great Grand Children
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas
8/19/2013
Mrs. Lavell Carroll, 93, of Center, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2013 at Pine Grove Nursing Home in Center. She was born February 15, 1920 in Toro, Louisiana to Jasper Caldwell and Myrtie Peace Caldwell. She was a member of Oak Hill Baptist Church in Many, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Many, Louisiana with Bro. Elsie Walker officiating.
Pallbearers will be Darwin Carroll, Daniel Carroll, Billy Caldwell, Dennis McGaha, Jerry Johnson and Rev. Matt Haggard. Honorary pallbearer will be Steve Carroll.
She is survived by
Son: Gary Carroll and wife, Brenda of Center
Grandson: Danny Carroll of Opelousas, Louisiana
Sisters-in-law:
Cleone Carroll of Florien, Louisiana
Leona Carroll of Florien, Louisiana
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Husband: JD Carroll
Great Grandson: Daniel Beau Carroll
Brother: OG Caldwell
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Lavell Carroll’s name to Oak Hill Baptist Church, 135 Pastor’s Drive, Many Louisiana 71449.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
8/17/2013
A funeral service for Mrs. Velma Joy Ann Myers Wilburn, age 68, of Marshall, TX formerly of Carthage, TX, will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 19, 2013, at Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Bob Scott officiating. Interment will follow in Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha, TX. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home. Mrs. Wilburn passed away on Friday morning, Aug. 16, 2013, at her home in Marshall.
Velma Joy Ann Myers Wilburn was born on Aug. 29, 1944, in Shelby County, TX to the late Jesse Leon and Wylma Matilda McCune Myers. Joy attended Paxton and Tenaha Schools. She married James Harrell Wilburn on Aug. 15, 1961, in Center, TX and he preceded her in death on June 7, 2011. Joy was a former member of First Assembly of God in Carthage. She loved to sing, play the piano, and praise the Lord. Joy moved to Marshall in 2008. She was also preceded in death by an infant brother, William Lee Myers and one great-grandson Aaron Bell.
Mrs. Wilburn is survived by two daughters, Deborah Casteel and husband Chris of Marshall and Patricia Keen and husband Alvin of Friendswood; one brother, Larry Myers and wife Lisa of Center; four sisters, Gerry Jacques of Doyline, LA, Mavis Campbell and husband Adolph of Shreveport, Shirley Estes of Carthage, and Rose Crawford of Tenaha; brother-in-law, Douglas Wilburn and wife Barbara of Rusk; three grandchildren, Jamie and Sydney Bell and Kristen Grooms; and three great-grandchildren, Jimmy Bell and Lucas and Torunn Roberts.
Serving as pallbearers are Alvin Keen, Steven Moore, Roger Humphries, Phillip Humphries, Glen Wilburn, and Michael Hopkins.
If desired, memorials may be made to The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1515 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, TX 77030.
A guestbook may be signed online at www.jimerson-lipsey.com.
Fleetia Edgar, 83, of Center, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2013 at Oak Manor Nursing Home in Nacogdoches. She was born June 3, 1930 in Harlingen, Texas to Leonard Riley and Georgia McCaskill Riley. Ms. Edgar was very active in her community. She cooked meals for Lions Club, was a member of the Garden Club and also worked with the Cancer Society. Ms. Edgar was a member of First United Methodist Church in Center for many years.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home Chapel in Center with Rev. Joel McMahon officiating. A visitation will be held one hour prior to service time. Interment will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at Sunset Cemetery in Sunset, Texas.
She is survived by
Nephews:
Michael Riley and wife, Stephany of Mico, Texas
Ralph Riley and wife, Ramona of Marianna, Florida
Stanley Riley and wife, Stella of Martinsville, Texas
Nieces:
Karen Whittenburg and husband, Stephen of Snyder, Texas
Kathy Crum and husband, Bobby of Jonesboro, Arkansas
A number of great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by
Husband: Bill Edgar
Parents: Leonard Riley and Georgia McCaskill Riley
Brother: Kenneth Riley
Sister: Oleane Jackson
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/16/2013
J.T. Lucas, a well known and respected East Texas businessman, was born March 23, 1920, to parents Tom Lucas and Rosie Casper Lucas.
J.T., 93-years-old, passed away at his home on Thursday, August 15, 2013.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, August 18, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel, located at 5400 North Street, Nacogdoches. Funeral service will follow at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel with Dr. Johnny Dammon officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, located at 5127 North Street in Nacogdoches.
Pallbearers will be Tom Lucas, Bob Lucas, Grady Stimits, Ken Langford, Charles Randall, and Dr. David Duke.
He is survived by his wife, Ethel Stimits Lucas, they were married December 14, 1944, and celebrated 68 years together
Son, Doyle Lucas and wife Sandy
Grandchildren
Jared Lucas and wife Glenda
Great-Grandchildren
Carlie and Emily
Brother
Woodrow Lucas.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Johnnie and Pearl; and brothers, Carl Ed, Floyd, and Marshall.
J.T. was a member of Milam Masonic Lodge #2 since 1956 and a Scottish Rite 32nd degree Master since 1973. He was also known as "the Hardware Man" for his 67 years service with Cason Monk.
Memorials may be made to Fredonia Hill Baptist Church, 1711 South Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75964.
Arrangements are under the direction of T.A. Lane & Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, located at 5400 North Street in Nacogdoches, Texas. Online memories and condolences may be offered at www.CasonMonk-Metcalf.com.
08/15/2013
Gene Ray Shields, 54, of Center, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital in Nacogdoches. He was born August 9, 1959 in Campbell County, Kentucky to Leroy John Shields and Betty Jane Gemmer Shields. He was a member of Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149 in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, August 18, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 19, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Windham officiating. A masonic graveside service will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Chris Dockens, Danny Parker, Larry Weaver, Randy Grey, Steve Adams and Kevin Harvey. Honorary pallbearers will be Keith Shields, Matt Harvey, Gene E. Shields, Leroy Shields and Kenny Schoubroek.
He is survived by
Wife of 35 years: Judie Shields of Center
Son: Gene E. Shields of Center
Daughter: Karen Harvey and husband, Kevin of Center
Grandchildren:
Matt Harvey of Center
Macy Harvey of Center
Mandy Harvey of Center
Brothers:
Leroy Shields and wife, Gloria of Seguin
David Shields and wife, Vicky of Center
Keith Shields and wife, Terrie of Center
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of friends
Special Friends: Larry & Pam Weaver of Center
Preceded in death by
Parents: Leroy John Shields and Betty Jane Gemmer Shields
Nephew: Brian Shields
Father-in-law: Earl Schoubroek
Sisters-in-law: Lillie Schoubroek and Jerri Wilburn
Brothers-in-law: David Schoubroek and Eugene Schoubroek
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/14/2013
A memorial service for Mr. Danny L. Sims, 56, of Longview, Texas will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2013 at 10:00am at Laird Funeral Home with Bro. Jason Simpson, Bro. Sonny Scarborough, Bro. Chet Strain and Bro. John Harvey.
Mr. Sims was born on January 7, 1957, in Shelby County, Texas to the late Travis Lamar Sims and Clara Odell Meyers Sims. He passed away peacefully on August 8, 2013 in Longview, Texas.
Danny is survived by
Son: Clay Sims of Center
Daughters:
Kimberly Sims Barbee of Nacogdoches
Angela McNeely of Nacogdoches
Brothers:
Ricky Sims and wife Bonnie of Center
Jeffery Sims and wife Yvette of Center
Sister: Laurie Waling and husband James of Carthage
Special Niece: Jennifer Matthews of Center
Grandchildren: Lacy Brook Sims and numerous other grandchildren
Best friend and business partner for over 20 years:
Jason Simpson and wife Michelle of Longview
Numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and good friends.
Preceded in death by Travis and Clara Sims, Wife of 21 years, Christine Sims, son, Johnny Alexander Sims, and brother, David Lamar Sims.
Services are under the direction of Laird Funeral Home in Nacogdoches, Texas.
08/13/2013
Edith Esmeralda Gonzalez, 18 months old, passed away Monday, August 12, 2013 at Memorial Health Systems in San Augustine.
Services will 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 15, 2013 at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Center with Father Jose Vidarte and Father Ruben officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Thursday, August 15, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. until 9:45 a.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born February 27, 2012 in Nacogdoches to Feliciano Gonzalez and Judith Contreras- Gonzalez.
She is survived by:
Parents: Feliciano & Judith Gonzalez of Center
Sister: Fatima Guadalupe Gonzalez of Center
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
08/12/2013
Adelle Rudd Chandler, age 98, passed away Monday, August 12, 2013, at Memorial Hospital, Nacogdoches. She was born June 7, 1915, in San Augustine County, Texas, to parents Carl and Addie Rudd. Mrs. Chandler was married to Earl Chandler for 72 years, who predeceased her in April 2003.
Mrs. Chandler was a very devout Christian and a lifetime member of Martinsville Baptist Church (MBC). She was a member of the Martha Sunday School Class for many, many years until all her class members were either deceased or unable to attend. She then joined the "younger" ladies class and was an active participant until about two months ago when her health began to worsen. While attending MBC she was also active in the Women's Missionary Union (WMU), Vacation Bible School, and all other activities relating to worshipping and serving the Lord. She was truly an inspiration to all who knew her and will be greatly missed by her church family.
In addition to being predeceased by her husband and parents; one son, Clarence Chandler, two grandchildren, two brothers, Joseph Buell Rudd and John Hollis Rudd, and a sister, Alma Rudd Martin, also have gone on to be with our Heavenly Father.
She is survived by four sons, Billy Chandler and wife Bessie of Houston, Fred Chandler and wife Claudette of Nacogdoches, Mike Chandler of Nacogdoches, and David Chandler and wife Susan of Nacogdoches; and also by four daughters, Earlene Smith and husband Tucker of Martinsville, Barbara England of Austin, Betty Hamilton and husband Don of Clear Lake, and Karon Young and husband Steve of Dallas; two sisters, Ann Green and Marie Green, both of Martinsville; and a brother, Wayne Rudd of Martinsville. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; and 17 great-great-grandchildren.
She never forgot a name or a birthday of any family member and always enjoyed having family get-togethers and preparing delicious food for everyone to enjoy. Mrs. Chandler was a great role model for her family and their many, many wonderful memories of her will live on forever in their hearts.
Visitation will be held Thursday, August 15, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., followed by her funeral service at 10:00 a.m. at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel at 5400 North Street, Nacogdoches. Bro. Ronnie Sowell, a former pastor of MBC, will be conducting the service, assisted by Pastor Dee Daniel. Music will be provided by her granddaughter-in-law, Alisa Lofton. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
Interment will follow at Martinsville Baptist Church Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Martinsville Baptist Church or Martinsville Cemetery; or a charity of your choice.
Services are under the direction of Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, located at 5400 North St. in Nacogdoches. Online memories and condolences may be offered at www.CasonMonk-Metcalf.com.
Funeral services for Weldon Grimsley, 94, of Winnsboro, formerly of Longview, will be held at 11 AM Wednesday, August 14, 2013 in the Chapel of Rader Funeral Home of Longview with Rev. James E. Boatman officiating. Mr. Grimsley passed away Monday morning in a Winnsboro nursing home. The family will receive friends Wednesday morning from 10-11 AM prior to the service.
Weldon was born on October 2, 1918 in Center Texas to Vollie Bruce and Littie Ann Grimsley. He was a member of the First Pentecostal Church for over 30 years and loved the Lord and it showed in his life. He owned a Bait and Tackle Shop in Center Texas for many years and owned and operated a Coin Shop in Longview as well. He was very active in the Lion’s Club and served for a while as the president. Mr. Grimsley loved the outdoors and loved hunting and fishing but he found great joy and local fame for being a beekeeper. He loved working with bees and everyone in east Texas knew him as the foremost authority on bees. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Ann Bradshaw; his sisters Ruby Peacock and Gertie Grimsley; and his brothers Choran Grimsley and Elvin Grimsley.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 73 years, Irene Grimsley; his daughter Mary Lynn Bublitz and her husband Ron; one sister, Melba Williams; his grandchildren Ken Bradshaw, Karen Ann Tinney, Paul Bradshaw, and Susan Shirley; and 8 great grandchildren.
A memorial guestbook may be signed online at www.raderfh.com.
08/11/2013
Doyle McCary, 83, of Seagoville, formerly of Center, passed away Saturday, August 10, 2013 at Town East Rehab Center in Mesquite. He was born September 2, 1929 in Shelby County to William Fletcher McCary and Vera Mae Crocker McCary. Mr. McCary served in the United States Navy. He later became a general commercial contractor and was involved in numerous military building operations throughout his career including Carswell, Dyess, Tinker, and Fort Hood. He was a loving father and in his later years Mr. McCary was a devoted great grandfather who loved spending time with his boys. Mr. McCary was a member of Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149 in Center for 57 years, a member of the Shriners over 35 years, and a member of First United Methodist Church in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Joel McMahon officiating. A masonic graveside service will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center under the direction of Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149.
Pallbearers will be fellow Masons.
He is survived by
Daughters:
Connie McCary Anderson and husband, Jim of Seagoville
Lisa Wighaman and husband, Buddy of Pilot Point
Son: Michael McCary and wife, Kimberly of Denton County
Ex-wife: Virginia of Pilot Point, formerly of Tenaha
6 Grandchildren
8 Great Grandchildren
Sister: Dorothy Day of Denton County
Preceded in death by
Parents: William Fletcher McCary and Vera Mae Crocker McCary
Daughter: Christy L. McCary
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Jaime Ignacio Ceballos Garcia, 32, of Houston passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2013 in Houston.
Services will be 12:30 p.m. Sunday, August 11, 2013 at St. Theresa Catholic Church with Father Jose Vidarte officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Saturday, August 10, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born November 3, 1980 to Ignacio Ceballos and Griselda Garcia.
He is survived by:
Father: Ignacio Ceballos
Mother: Griselda Garcia
Sisters:
Irasema Vasquez
Tareth Leon
Nieces & Nephews:
San Juanita Vazquez, Raquel Gutierrez, Melanie Gutierrez, Heather Leon & Christopher Leon
Pallbearers:
Jose A. Gutierrez, Alfredo Leon, Martin Santiago, Hector Soria, Fernando Jurado, Alfredo Roque, Miguel Garcia & Ruben Rodriquez
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Funeral service for Elvin Mervin Gary, 86, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, August 12, 2013, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Justin Coburn officiating. Interment will follow in Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Sunday, August 11, 2013, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson. Mr. Gary passed away Friday, August 9, 2013, in Nacogdoches, TX.
Born October 6, 1926, in Timpson, TX, Elvin Mervin Gary was the son of the late Ernest and Diamond Spradley Gary. He grew up in a large, loving family on the farm in the Corinth Community. He was a Timpson Bear, playing basketball and football. Mervin was drafted in May 1945, before his senior year at Timpson High School. He served in the Army Air Force in the Philippines during World War II and also served in the National Guard. On June 4, 1949, he and JoAnn Keating were married in Timpson.
Mervin attended Tyler Junior College and the University of Houston. He was an electrician at Continental Can Company in Houston for 31 years. Mervin was devoted to his family and while in Houston helped to coach Little League baseball. He and JoAnn moved back to Timpson in June 1984, and began to raise cattle, garden, and tend fruit trees. On June 4, 1999, Mervin and JoAnn Keating Gary celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Mervin was a member of Timpson Missionary Baptist Church.
Survivors include the love of his life, wife JoAnn Keating Gary; sons: Richard Gary and wife Sherry and Mark Gary and wife Nancy; daughters: Barbara Crouch and husband Melvin and Nancy Kathryn (Kathy) Richard; grandchildren: Amanda George and husband Michael, Sean Crouch and wife Tiffany, Zachary Richard and wife Kimberle, Heather Bryan and husband Michael, Krystal Zwerneman and husband Curtis, Toni Gary, Katie Kelley and husband Brad, and Travis Gary; great grandchildren: Reagan Standley, Clayton, Colton, and Caitlyn Richard, Camryn and Carson Crouch, Jordan and Carsan Zwerneman, and Ashlyn Kelley; and sisters Helen Hudson, Melma Sparks, Winnie Molloy, and Vera Brooks.
In addition to his parents, Elvin Mervin Gary was preceded in death by brothers: Melvin, Elzin, Lovis, and Jimmy Gary; brothers-in law: Norris Sparks, and Ossie Hudson; sisters-in-law: Audrey, Oneita, and Mary Gary; and great nephew Patrick Powers.
Memorial donations may be made to The Alzheimer’s Association, 919 North Michigan Ave., Ste. 1000, Chicago, IL 60611, or Kids for Christ, Timpson Missionary Baptist Church, P. O. Box 336, Timpson, TX 75975. 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.
08/09/2013
Ross Funeral Home of Houston and Hicks Mortuary of Center announce funeral service for Mr. Willie Glyn Greer of Houston, Texas. Services will be Saturday, August 10, 2013, at Ross Chapel at 10am. Graveside Services will be Saturday, Augusts 10, 2013, in Timpson, Texas at Timpson City Cemetery at 2pm.
Mr. Greer’s survivals are:
Wife, Beulah Roberts of Houston
Sisters:
Peggy Greer, Walker of Nacogdoches, Texas
Carol Sue Greer
08/08/2013
Funeral services for Mr. Calvin “Lupy” Edwards Sr., 56 of Center, TX will be held Saturday, August 10, 2013 at 2 pm at Triump The Church and Kingdom of God in Christ, 908 Daniel Street, Center, TX with Prince Howard Cloudy Sr. as Eulogist. Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery, Center, TX under the directions of Sid Roberts Funeral Home in Nacogdoches, TX.
Lupy passed away Monday, August 5, 2013 in Nacogdoches. He was born Oct 21, 1956 in San Augustine to Willie Edwards and Orean Edwards of San Augustine, TX.
Visitations will begin on Friday, August 9, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Sid Roberts Funeral Home in Nacogdoches, TX.
Wake will begin on Friday, August 9, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Triump The Church and Kingdom of God in Christ 908 Daniel Street, Center, TX
Survivors include:
Wife-Linda Logan Edwards of Center, Tx
Children:
Tomekia Jones of Dallas, TX; Stephanie Hicks, San Augustine, TX; Calvin Edwards Jr, and Eddie Edwards of Center, TX.
Parents:
Father: Willie Edwards-deceased
Mother: Orean Edwards of San Augustine, TX
Brothers:
Clyde Edards (Rhena) San Augustine, TX
Willie Ray Edwards(Lois) Nacogdoches, TX
Cedric Edwards (Connie) Nacogdoches, TX
Elzie Edwards Nacogdoches, TX
Cecil Edwards(Jacqueline) Nacogdoches, TX
Tommy Lane Dallas, TX
Sisters:
Linda Pickens(Kenneth) San Augustine, TX
Renee Anders San Augustine, TX
And 10 Grandchildren and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, and many friends.
William “Bill” Harold Roberts, age 61, of Center, passed away Thursday, August 08, 2013 at his residence in Center after a brief illness.
A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, August 11, 2013, from 2pm until 4pm at Mangum Funeral Home in Center.
Bill was born August 2, 1952 in Louisiana to Harold Edward & Frances (Walsh) Roberts. He graduated from Center High School in 1970. He graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1983. He taught school for many years, having been employed by Nacogdoches ISD, Hudson ISD & Wells ISD. He was of the Methodist faith.
He is preceded in death by his father, Harold Roberts.
He is survived by
Mother, Frances Roberts of Center
Son, Austin Roberts of Austin
Daughter, Lexie Roberts of Nacogdoches
Mother of his children, Sharon Pinkston Roberts of Nacogdoches
Sister, Betty Jo “BJ” Laird & husband, Randolph “Spooky” of Atlanta, GA
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Thelma Scates, 97, of Center, passed away Thursday, August 8, 2013 at Nacogdoches Medical Center.
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 10, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Carl Smith and Bro. Michael Hale officiating. Burial will follow at Restland Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, August 9, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born October 21, 1915 in Tenaha to Jabus and Maude (Welch) Risinger. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Center. She loved church, yardwork and sewing.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Harrell Scates and Daughter, Dolly Scates.
She is survived by:
Nephews and Niece:
Ellen Lieux of Baton Rouge
Tommy Scates of Shreveport
Eddie Scates of Longview
Special Friends:
Tommy & Alice West of Center
Numerous Other Family & Friends
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
08/06/2013
R.J. Barrett, 79, of Nacogdoches passed away Monday, Aug. 5, 2013, at his residence.
Born Sept. 15, 1933, in Nacogdoches County, he married Sadie Randall on April 2, 1955, in Center, Texas.
R.J. worked hard all of his life. He had worked for DeWitt's in the hatchery and as feed mill manager, later retiring from a career in the timber industry.
R.J. loved riding with his DPS friends for many years chasing cars, especially with his lifelong friends Pete Baggett and Tom Maddox.
He had served as an ordained deacon at Pleasant Hill.
R.J. cherished his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He loved being behind the wheel of an 18-wheeler. He traveled many miles with "The Glory Boys" and "The Faulkners" as they sang southern gospel music. He loved the Lord Jesus Christ with all of his heart and could not wait to go down the Gloryland Road.
His survivors include his wife of 58 years, Sadie Randall Barrett; daughters, Sherry Faulkner of Nacogdoches and Glenda Cantu and husband Edward of Nacogdoches; sons, Bones Barrett of Nacogdoches and Kenny Barrett and wife Becky of Nacogdoches; sister, Aline Wisener and husband Marlin of Rhome, Texas; grandchildren, Garrel Faulkner, Gaven Faulkner, Tiffany Howard, Sarah Fiore, J.R. Barrett, Beverly Barrett, Jessie Barrett, and Britta Scriptsick; 11 great-grandchildren; and host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Nacogdoches County with Bro. Garrel Faulkner, Bro. David Coleman, and Bro. John Spurgeon officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel, located at 5400 North Street in Nacogdoches.
Pallbearers will be Tom Randall, Charles Randall, Pete Baggett, Tom Maddox, Lendell Martin, and Tommy Russell.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to LifeCare Hospice; 320 North Street, Suite #311, Nacogdoches, TX 75961.
Arrangements are under the direction of T.A. Lane & Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, Nacogdoches. Your online condolences and memories may be offered at http://www.casonmonk-metcalf.com/.
08/04/2013
Carter Huntington Amburn, age 7, of Center, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2013 at Memorial Medical Center in San Augustine.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 7, 2013, First United Pentecostal Church, Center, with Pastor Steve Harris officiating. Burial will follow at Spann’s Chapel Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be Tuesday evening, August 6, 2013, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
Carter was born on May 17, 2006 in Nacogdoches to Raymond & Mollie (Langford) Amburn. Carter was a student at Center Elementary School and was a member of the First United Pentecostal Church. Carter was a precious little man. He loved Jesus and didn't mind sharing with you what he believed. In his seven years here, he left behind a great testimony. Carter was full of life. He was a happy, energetic little boy and just like a typical boy, Carter loved super heroes, fishing, hunting and tubing on the lake and he loved his family and friends. Heaven gained a lil preacher man. Carter, you will always be in our hearts and we will miss you so much and see you again soon. Rest in peace, sweet boy.
He is preceded in death by his Grandfather, Billy Amburn, Great Grandfather, Thomas Huntington Smith, Jr., Great Grandmother, Leona Virginia Amburn & Great Grandfather, Bill Tom Langford.
He is survived by:
Parents:
Raymond & Mollie Amburn of Center
Sister:
Anna Marie Karolyne Amburn of Center
Grandparents:
Barbara Amburn of Center
Carolyn (Smith) & Jimmie A. Johnson of San Augustine
Bruce E. Langford of San Augustine
Great Grandmothers:
Marie I. Smith of San Augustine
Barbara Mason of Geneva
Aunts & Uncles:
Brady S. Johnson of Lufkin
Brock H. Johnson of San Augustine
Bailey E. Langford of Lufkin
Kelly Amburn & wife, Jeannie of Shelbyville
Billy Jack & Mindy Amburn of Galveston
Numerous cousins, Great Aunts and Uncles and friends
Pallbearers will be Carter’s uncles: Brady Johnson, Brock Johnson, Kelly Amburn & Billy Jack Amburn
Honorary Pallbearers will be Carter’s special friends: Keithan Horton, Kage Horton, Colby Lout &
Lance Wilburn.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Danny Porterfield, 50, of Center, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2013 in Center. He was born September 13, 1962 in Omaha, Nebraska. Mr. Porterfield was a 1980 Graduate of Center High School, a Former Chapter President of Texas Logging Council and a member of First Pentecostal Church of Joaquin. He enjoyed racing, fishing and spending time with his grandkids.
Visitation will be held from 6:06 p.m. to 8:08 p.m., Thursday, August 8, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:02 p.m., Friday, August 9, 2013 at First United Pentecostal Church in Center with Bro. M.H. Shubert and Bro. Bruce Kunkel officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Johnny Stanley, Kenneth Hardy, Roy Mixon, Shad Lout, Flint Calloway, Keith Brown, Wayne Griffin and Gary McDonald. Honorary pallbearers will be Raymond Amburn, Brandon Penick, Richard Tomlin and Jeff McDaniel.
He is survived by
Wife: Gena Porterfield of Center
Son: Rece Porterfield of Center
Daughter: Rena Porterfield Horton and husband, Brian of Center
Grandsons:
Keithan Horton of Center
Kage Horton of Center
Mother: Helen Amburn of Center
Brother: Robert Amburn of Center
Mother-in-law: Christene Borders of Center
Nephew: Blake Smith of Center
Sisters-in-law:
Delicia Eaves and husband, Larry Joe of Center
Christy Mills and husband, Ronnie of Center
Nephews:
Caleb McDonald of Center
Joshua McDonald of Center
Nieces:
Jasa Rodgers of Center
Taylor Mills of Center
Numerous other relatives
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Dad: Otis Earl Amburn, Jr.
Father-in-law: Gene Borders
Sister-in-law: Cheree Smith
Grandparents: Otis Earl Amburn Sr. and Vassie Amburn
Grandparents: Ellard Baldree and Era Mae Baldree
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Brilan Horton and Keithan Horton College Funds at Wayne Christian Financial Services, 204 Houston Street, Center, Texas 75935.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/02/2013
Funeral services for Mr. Lee Roy Castleberry, 77, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, August 10, 2013, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church, with Bro. Justin Coburn officiating. Vistitation will be from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Friday, August 9, 2013, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson. Interment will follow in Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Castleberry passed away August 1, 2013, in Timpson.
Born November 28, 1935, in Thornton, Texas, Lee Roy Castleberry was the son of the late Alton Castleberry and Julia Harlan Castleberry Bowman. He served in the United States Marine Corps, had been a master carpenter, member of Timpson Masonic Lodge #437, and Timpson Missionary Baptist Church.
Survivors include his son Roy Castleberry and wife Sabrina of Huntsville, TX; brothers Johnny Castleberry of Timpson, Jim Harlan and wife Betty of Gainsville, TX, and Leslie Castleberry of Cleveland, TX; sisters Eunice Morse of Cut N Shoot, TX and Cathy Farrell and husband Art of Cleveland; grandchildren: Kirk Castleberry and wife Catherine of Spring, TX, Jessica Hensarling of Cibolo, TX, and Brayden Castleberry of Huntsville; great grandchildren: Preston, Brenden and Karson; daughter in law Barbara Castleberry and family of Cold Springs, TX; former wife Sherry Castleberry and family of Timpson; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
In addition to his parents, Lee Castleberry was preceded in death by wife Annie Pearline Waggoner Castleberry, son Richard Earl Castleberry, daughter Alma June Castleberry and brother Melvin Harlan.
To convey condolences online please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
08/01/2013
Wyatt Jace Hopkins, infant son of Justin and Maegan Hopkins of Center, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at LSU Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana. He was born Sunday, July 21, 2013 in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 2, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 3, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Ed McRae officiating. Interment will follow at Rosevine Cemetery in San Augustine.
He is survived by
Parents: Justin and Maegan Hopkins of Center
Brothers:
Kyle Hopkins of Center
Aiden Sanders of Center
Sisters:
Jade Hopkins of Center
Allie Hopkins of Center
Grandfather: Steve Monroe Hopkins and wife, Shawna of Center
Grandparents: John and Kim Sanders of Center
Great Grandmother: Willa Faye O’Neal of Benton, Arkansas
Numerous aunts, uncles and other relatives
Preceded in death by
Grandmother: Judy Michelle O’Neal
Great Grandparents: Mary Myrtle and Steven Franklin Hopkins
Great Grandparents: James and Maurine Sanders
Great Grandmother: Sandra Tillotson
Great Grandfather: Odell O’Neal
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
