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12/30/2013
Donald E. Vance, 83, of Nederland and Nacogdoches, passed away, Monday, December 30, 2013 in Port Arthur, Texas.
Services will be 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 4, 2014 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Bob Baggett officiating. Burial will follow at Strong Cemetery with military honors provided by VFW Post 8904. Visitation will be Saturday, January 4, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. until service time at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born October 6, 1930 in Washington State to Ernest Vance and Mabel (Guild) Bortz. Don's military service in the navy sparked a love for travel that stayed with him his entire life. He visited every corner of the globe for both work and pleasure. His career in the aerospace industry afforded him the opportunity to deliver much value to the world. He was an instrumental component in the technological development of our nation, working on everything from the Apollo rockets to Air Force One. His attraction to all things technical stayed with him throughout life, he mastered the IPAD while his peers still fought with their VCR's. He never truly retired, preferring to stay involved, active and employed in the family business until the day of his death. He lived in Nederland, TX with his devoted wife of over 61 years, surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Don lived his life on his own terms. He was fiercely independent, amazingly accomplished, extraordinarily brilliant and he loved his life and his family to the fullest measure.
He is preceded in death by his Father, Ernest Vance, Mother & Step-Father, Ed and Mabel Bortz and Brother, Fred Vance.
He is survived by:
Wife:
Evelyn Vance of Nederland & Nacogdoches
Son:
David Vance of Beaumont
Daughter:
Theresa Smith of Nederland
Daughter:
Judy Nichols & husband, Michael of Nederland
Son:
Doug Vance of Nacogdoches
Grandchildren:
Karl Vance & wife, Emily, David Ryan Vance,
Burkley Orion Smith & wife, Lucinda,
Alleah Perkins, April Nichols & Christopher Nichols
Great Grandchildren:
Elexis Switezer
Phoenix Ashton-Orion Smith
Kristopher Andrew Vance
Brother:
Richard Vance of Phoenix, AZ
Nephew:
Gary Vance of Phoenix, AZ
Brothers-in-law & Sisters-in-law:
Herbert Baggett & partner, Jan Olney of Prescott Valley, AZ
Oliver Baggett & wife, Gloria of Santee, CA
Robert “Bob” Baggett & wife, Connie of Lufkin
Pallbearers:
David Ryan Vance, Karl Vance, Kenneth Baggett, Michael Nichols, Cody Baggett and Burkley Smith
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Memorial services for Charles Edward Lassiter, Sr., age 77, of Center, Texas will be held at 4 PM, Saturday, January 4, 2014 at Laird Funeral Home Chapel in Nacogdoches with family and friends officiating. Charles was born September 14, 1936 in RockPort, Texas, the son of Edward Lassiter and Beaulah Lassiter and passed away Friday, December 27, 2013 in Nacogdoches, Texas. Charles joined the military as a Merchant Marine in the United States Navy setting a maritime career foundation to which he retired as the Captain of an oil ship. Charles loved his family, kids, grandkids and great grandkids along with his canine companions. He will surely be missed by those who knew and loved him.
Charles is survived by his sons, William Lassiter and wife, Katrina of West Columbia, Texas, Johnny Lassiter of San Saba, Texas and Patrick Sparks and wife, Amy of Baltimore, Texas; daughters, Shannon Guynes and Jaimie Fausett and husband, Lewis, all of Center, Texas; many grandchildren; sisters, Margaret, Elizabeth and Christine; as well as a host of extended family and good friends.
In addition to his parents, Edward and Beaulah, Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene (Fisk) Lassiter and a son, Charles Lassiter, Jr.
William R. "Sonny" Corley, 90 of Garrison, Texas passed away on December 27, 2013 at his residence in Garrison, TX. He was born on January 13, 1923 in Nacogdoches County, TX to Adkin Corley and Anna (Welch) Corley. He was a self employed farmer and rancher and attended First Baptist Church in Garrison, TX.
He is survived by
Wife: Dena Fay Corley of Garrison, TX
Son: Ted Corley & wife Stacy of Garrison, tX
Daughter: Lisa Porter & husband Johnny of Nacogdoches, TX
Grandson: Eric Corley & wife Jessica
Granddaughters: Casey Corley Davidson & husband David
Corley Porter Jobe & husband Aaron
Great-grandchildren: Piper, Jobe, Tori Jobe and Deanna Davidson
Sister: Eve Porterfield & Gladys Edmonds
Preceded in death by baby daughter; Vicki Lynn Corley
Parents; Adkin & Ana Corley
Grandparents: Charlie & Roxanna Corley
Step-Mother: Foyce Corley
4 brothers, 2 sisters
Pallbearers: Eric Corley, Aaron Jobe, David Davidson, Huey Hancock, and Joe Langford.
Visitation will be held Sunday, December 29, 2013 from 4-6pm and Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison, TX. Services will be held Monday, December 30, 2013 at 11am at First Baptist Church in Garrison. Ministers, Bro. Jeremy Pruitt and Dr. Gerald Edwards will officiate. Burial to follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Garrison, TX.
Funeral Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.
John Elms Jr., 59, of Long Beach, California, passed away Monday, December 16, 2013 in Norwalk, California. He was born June 16, 1954 in Morenci, Arizona. He served in the United States Navy.
A military honors graveside will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, January 4, 2014 at Lone Oak Cemetery in Shelby County under the direction of VFW Post 8904.
He is survived by
Sons:
Jared Elms of Oregon
Tommy Elms of Oregon
Daughter: Christin Nicole Elms of California
Father: John Elms Sr. of Tenaha
Mother: Ann Elms of Tenaha
Sister: Judy Kull and husband, Roger of Cave Creek, Arizona
Brother: Rick Elms and wife, Brenda of Humble
Numerous other relatives
A host of friends
Services are under the direction of Watson & Sons Funeral Home.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/29/2013
McCoy & Harrison Funeral Home and Hicks Mortuary announce services for Mrs. Velma Mae Tatum, 87 of Houston, Texas. Mrs. Tatum died Saturday, December 28, 2013 at Cornerstone Hospital in Houston, Texas. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 2, 2014 at Metropolitan CME Church in Houston, Texas, 8955 South Fwy, Houston, Texas, at 11:00am. Rev Anthony Reed & Dr. Louis Jackson will be officiating.
Survivals are:
Husband, Dr Charles Tatum of Houston, Texas
Son, Yoshida Tatum of Richmond, Virginia
Brother-in-law, Willard McClelland of Center, Texas
Sister-in-law, Myrtis McClelland of Center, Texas
Niece & nephew, Kristi & Anthony McClelland of Center, Texas
Visitation will be at 10:00am at The Metropolitan CME Church in Houston, Texas
Burial will be at The US National Cemetery, 10410 Veteran Memorial Dr., Houston, Texas
12/26/2013
Willie Ray Deason, 78 of Garrison, Texas passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2013 in Garrison, Texas. He was born February 25, 1935 in Shelby County to Willie Samuel Deason and Stella May (Gage) Deason.
Visitation will be Friday, December 27, 2013 from 12:30pm to 2pm. Services will be held Friday, December 27, 2013 at 2pm at Garrison Funeral Home. Burial to follow at Cold Springs Cemetery in Garrison.
He is survived by:
Sisters:
Clada Pierce of Carthage, TX
Mattie Johnson of Garrison, TX
Ruby Colle of Garrison, TX
Brothers:
James Deason of Athens, TX
Jerry Deason and wife Linda of Garrison, TX
A host of other relatives, nieces, nephews and friends.
He is preceded in death by:
Parents: Bud and Stella Deason
Sister: Dorothy Colle
Pallbearers will be Sam Deason, Ricky Colle, DeWayne Huff, David Pierce, Randy Hunter, Wayne Huff, Daniel Pierce, and Billy Deason.
Funeral Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, TX.
Rickey Lynn Bolton, age 55, of Beaumont, formally of Shelby County, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2013 in Beaumont.
His wishes were to be cremated. A memorial service will be 2pm, Saturday, December 28 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William Aaron Bolton & Ruby Bolton.
He is survived by:
Son:
Brandon Bolton of Silsbee
Daughter:
Hunni Harrington & husband Chris of Mandeville, LA
Daughter:
Kandi Bolton-Wion of Silsbee
3 Brothers:
Gerald Bolton & wife.Deb of Lindale
Glen Bolton & wife, Sue of Huxley
Billy Bolton & wife, Pam of Center
Grandchildren:
Caleb & Blake Bolton
Kelsi Wion & Jeremy Wion, Jr.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
12/23/2013
Graveside service for Marilyn Yvonne (Ceal) Rhodes, 76, of Garrison, TX, (formerly of Nacogdoches, TX) will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, December 24, 2013, at Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson, TX, with Dr. Josh Walters officiating. Mrs. Rhodes passed away Monday, December 23, 2013, in Garrison.
Born February 18, 1937, in Timpson, TX, Marilyn Yvonne Ceal Rhodes was the daughter of the late James Hubert and Jessie (Hughes) Ceal. After graduating from Timpson High School, Yvonne began her career as a telephone operator. She worked for Southwestern Bell, then AT&T, and finally Stephen F. Austin State University, for a total of 30 years. Yvonne was a member of University Baptist Church, Nacogdoches.
Survivors include her son Danny Rhodes and wife Lora of Lindale, TX; 2 brothers, James Ceal and wife Dorothy and George Ceal and wife Kathy, all of Longview; and brother-in-law Randy Molloy of Timpson.
In addition to her parents, Yvonne Rhodes was preceded in death by husband Benny Ray Rhodes and sister Roma Ceal Molloy.
To convey condolences online, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
Hardie Devon Leavell of Timpson, 74, passed away on December 6, 2013 and was cremated on December 9, 2013. There were not any services or memorial services held.
He was born on July 13, 1939 in Old Mesilla, New Mexico to the son of Hardie Duncan Leavell and Elisa Lopez Leavell and grew up on a farm in Harlingen, Texas.
Mr. Leavell attended Santa Rosa High School in Santa Rosa, Texas.
Mr. Leavell worked for Brown and Root for 30 years in Houston and Showcase Systems of Carthage for 4 years. Mr. Leavell retired in 2010.
Mr. Leavell was preceded in death by his parents Hardie Duncan Leavell on 12-11-1949 and Eliza Lopez Leavell on 12-27-1977. Mr. Leavell was preceded in death by sister’s Ramona Balderas on 04-03-2000, Stella Ash on 05-06-2010, brother Filiberto “Gilbert” Lucero on 09-16-2006, daughter Kandee Sue Leavell 01-08-1984, nephew Jonathan Wayne Leavell 07-21-2007 and his twin sister Yvonne Leavell in 1939.
Mr. Leavell is survived by five children. Sons David Devon Leavell and wife Karen of Ponchatoula, LA., William “Billy” Lee Leavell of Livingston, Daughter Devonna Michelle Leavell of Livingston, LA. And Twin Son and Daughter Michael Paul Kennedy of Timpson and Michelle Dawn “Shelly” Kennedy Landreneaux and husband Kevin of Carthage.
Mr. Leavell is survived by six grandchildren; Michael Anthony Leavell and Christopher Dalton Leavell both of Livingston, LA, Chance Bailey Leavell and Dawson Lane Leavell both of Ponchatoula, LA., Brian Truman Landreneaux of Tyler and Faith Daniel Landreneaux of Carthage.
Mr. Leavell has one Great Granddaughter Nattlie Nicole Leavell of Livingston, LA.
Mr. Leavell is also survived by Sister Laura Lavan Leavell Lee, Brother-in-law Gary Lee of Tyler, Brother Lloyd Bentsen Leavell and Sister-in-Law Donna Leavell of Baycliff and Brother Julian “John” Lucero, Jr, Sister-in-Law Aurora of Lamesa.
Mr. Leavell’s nickname was Frency, he was honest, trustworthy, kind hearted, hardworking, prideful man and his passion was fishing.
Has numerous nieces and nephews.
Mr. Leavell will be sorely missed by all of his loving family.
If desired, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
Clovis E. Furlow, 84, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2013 at his residence. He was born December 25, 1928 in Huxley to Emmitt Furlow and Violet Lavelle Dean Furlow. Mr. Furlow served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a member of Lydia Missionary Baptist Church.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, December 26, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 27, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Luke Garrett and Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley.
Pallbearers will be Richard Furlow, Trey Searcy, Timothy Marshall, Andrew Marshall, Daniel Mandigo and Jack Vaughn. Honorary pallbearers will be Earl Robinson, Larry Scarborough, Dave Jackson, Jake (Shorty) Furlow, L.C. Furlow, Dan Phillips, Jimmy Sledge and Gerald Wilburn. Alternate pallbearers will be Keith O’Rear and Larry O’Rear.
He is survived by
Wife: Mae Furlow of Shelbyville
Son: Richard E. Furlow and wife, Sharon of Warren
Daughters:
Fran Lynch Sledge of Shelbyville
Linda Lynch Marshall and friend, Keith Tamplin of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Billy (Trey) Searcy and wife, Christina of LaPorte
Brenda Mandigo of Friendswood
Timothy Marshall and wife, Jennifer of Shelbyville
Andrew Marshall of Shelbyville
Adam Carr of Florida
Christopher Carr of Houston
Great Grandchildren:
Hadley Mae Searcy, Hannah Grace Searcy, Kimberly Ann Crumpley, Brandy Maye Mandigo, Morgan Lee Mandigo, Daniel Jacob Mandigo, Clovis Andrew Marshall (Cam)
Great Great Grandchildren:
Joseph Mata, Jessah Crumpley, Makenna Crumpley
Brothers:
Bert Furlow and wife, Janice of Shelbyville
James Furlow and wife, Joan of LaPorte
Sister: Mozell Scarborough and husband, Larry of Pasadena
Sister-in-law: Helen Furlow of Shelbyville
Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Emmitt Furlow and Violet Lavelle Dean Furlow
Brother: Milton Furlow
Memorial donations may be made to:
Michael J. Fox Parkinson Foundation
Grand Central Station
PO Box 4777
New York City, NY 10163-4777
800.708.7644
www.michaeljfox.org
American Cancer Society
PO Box 22718
Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718
800.227.2345
www.cancer.org
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/19/2013
Johnny Raymond Powell, 79, of Center, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at Mt. Pleasant Health Care in Mt. Pleasant.
Graveside Service will be 9:00 a.m. Monday, December 23, 2013 at White Rock Cemetery.
He was born September 21, 1934 in Mineola, Texas to O W and Gertrude (Boykin) Powell.
He is survived by Friends & Relatives.
Faye Robison Haniotis, 99, of Carrolton formerly of Huxley and Shreveport, passed away, Thursday, December 19, 2013 at Elmcroft of Irving in Irving.
Graveside Service will be 1:00 p.m. Sunday, December 22, 2013 at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley with Bro. Clifford Craver officiating.
She was born in Water Valley, Mississippi, June 27, 1914 to Sidney and Odelle Robison. Her family moved to Okmulgee, Oklahoma in 1918 where she lived until 1943 when she married Jim Haniotis who was in the air Force. They moved to Shreveport, La. She and Jim retired in 1980 and moved to Huxley, TX. She was a winning skeet shooter, winning several competitions and championships. She was of the Baptist faith.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Sidney and Odelle Robison, Husband of 55 years, Jim Haniotis, Son, Henry Haniotis, 4 Brothers and 1 Grandson.
She is survived by:
Daughter:
Lois Fletcher of Bremerton, Washington
Daughter-in-law:
Janie Stewart of Olney, TX
Sister-in-law:
Virginia Robison of Tulsa, Ok
7 grandchildren
11 great-grandchildren
7 great-great-great children
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
In lieu of flowers, please make a donations in memory of Faye Haniotis to:
Vitas Hospice Care, 2425 Texas Drive, Irving, TX 75062
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Robert Devon Jacobs, 70, of Center, passed away Thursday, December 19, 2013 at Pine Grove Nursing Home.
Services will be 3:00 p.m. Sunday, December 22, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Pat Windham and Bro. Jim Jacobs officiating. Burial will follow at Old Union Cemetery in Tenaha. Visitation will be Saturday, December 21, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born September 5, 1943 in Shelby County to D. H. and Vivian Marie (Smith) Jacobs. He worked as a mechanic for the Ford Motor Company in Center for many years.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, D.H. and Marie Jacobs and Father-in-law, Marvin McPherson.
He is survived by:
Wife:
Phyllis Jacobs of Center
Children:
Angie Jacobs McDaniel & husband, Jeff of Center
Scott Jacobs & wife, Tammie of San Augustine
Joy Jacobs & Tim of Center
Grandchildren:
Justin McDaniel
Macey McDaniel
Taylor McDaniel
Asher McDaniel
Shelby Jacobs
R.T. Jacobs
Jessi Jacobs
Dallas Dempsy
Sisters:
Margaret Ann Cox & husband, Larry of La Porte
Marsha Snider & husband, John of Marshall
Pat Ford of Nacogdoches
Numerous Nieces & Nephews
Brother-in-law: Charles “Pete” McPherson of Kilgore
Mother-in-law: Annie McPherson of Center
Pallbearers: Jim Jacobs, Tim Jacobs, Dewayne Jacobs, Jeremy Ford, Robert Ruddell, Justin McDaniel, Jeff McDaniel & Ronnie Mills
Honorary Pallbearers: Hutch Hutcherson & Jimmy Bradshaw
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Elzie C. Nelson, 89, of Timpson, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at Nacogdoches Medical Center in Nacogdoches. He was born April 6, 1924 in Timpson to Charles Nelson and Hattie Beatriss Graves Nelson. Mr. Nelson served in the United States Air Force.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 21, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Lance Cypert officiating.
He is survived by
Daughters:
Donna Nelson Christ of San Antonio
Shirley Nelson Sadler of Center
Grandchildren:
Troy Joseph Christ
Brooke Christ Hoffman
Seneca Shawn Sadler
Brandy Knight
Jessica Wilcox
Brian Hoffpauir
Brother: Gordon Nelson of Timpson
Preceded in death by
Wife: June Doyce Smith Nelson
Son: Paul Conrad Nelson
Parents: Charles Nelson and Hattie Beatriss Graves Nelson
Brother: Joe Emmitt Nelson
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Hazel Winfrey, 81, of Timpson, Texas passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2013 in Garrison, Texas. Hazel was born in Appleby, TX on February 24, 1932 to Rual McBride and Laura (Durrett) McBride.
She is survived by
Sons
Jack Wayne & wife Lynn of Henderson, TX
Henry Tolver Winfrey of Timpson, TX
Daughters
Carol Laine Tidwell & husband James of Concord, TX
Presellia Ann Pipes & Husband Jessie of Timpson, TX
April Westbook & husband Billy of Garrison, TX
Sheila Winfrey raised by Mrs. Winfrey of Kilgore, TX
Sister:
Sally Westbook of San Antonio, TX
Number of grandchildren and great grandchildren
Host of other relatives and friends
She is proceeded in death by; husband; Jackie Winfrey, parents, 5 brothers, 1 sister, 2 sons; Robert & Jerry Winfrey, 2 grandchildren, Janice Smelley and Blake Elliott Winfrey.
Pallbearers will be Prescilla Pipes, Seth Westbrook, Jack Wayne Winfrey, Sheila Winfrey, Joel Pipes, Jessie James Pipes.
Honorary Pallbearers: Henry Winfrey, Charles Waller & Michael Waller.
Visitation will be Friday, December 20, 2013, 12:30 - 2:00 at Garrison Funeral Home. Services will follow.
Funeral Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, TX.
Dorothy Jean Garrett , a beautiful black haired baby girl, was born on July 12, 1944 to loving parents- Minnon (L.D.) Garrett, Sr. and Dortha Thompson Garrett, of Shelbyville , TX . Ms. Garrett accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Lord and Savior, at a very young age. She was Baptized in the ‘old church’ by the Rev. T. J. Ingram. Throughout her life she was devoted to her church family and served faithfully and enthusiastically in whatever capacity or office she was assigned.
Dorothy graduated from East Liberty High School in 1961. After High School, she completed training at Shelby County Hospital and became a Certified Nursing Assistant.
Ms. Garrett had a determination to follow through on any project or assignment she was given. As a devoted member of East Liberty Baptist Church, she served as Youth Director, Vice President of Mission, Secretary of the Community Choir, Church Secretary, and she loved to play (bang) on the piano and sing.
In the eyes of her family and friends, she was an inspiration, a devoted sister, and a very special Aunt- bringing strength and stability to her surroundings-wherever she went. Dorothy Jean was a ‘Mother’ to so many. She sincerely believed that families who prayed together, stayed together. She would help anyone if she could, and all who knew here knew that she would always be there for them, no matter what. She always had a special passion for serving our youth and the elderly.
Dorothy Jean was preceded in death by her mother and father, one brother, and a sister. She is survived by one brother, Howard Ray (Mary) Garrett, three sisters- Clem (Willie Ira) Lathan, Wonda Faye (Charles) Miller, Mary Catherine Thompson, and one Aunt-Ozell Garrett. She also leaves to mourn her passing six nieces, five nephews, and a host of relatives and friends.
Visitation will be Saturday at 10am at East Liberty Baptist Church in Shelbyville, Texas. Services will take place after visitation at 11am. Interment will follow at Thompson Cemetery in Shelbyville, TX. Pastor Curtis Archie will officiate.
“ A wonderful Life you’ve lived… So much of yourself you’ve given…
You have lived a life of LOVE…
12/18/2013
Melba Fults, 66, of Center, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital in Nacogdoches. She was born October 13, 1947 in Shelby County to J. P. Ramsey and Era Richards Ramsey. She was a member of Hurst Street Church of Christ.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, December 19, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 20, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Tim Perkins officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center.
Pallbearers will be Hershell Bradshaw, Stephen Fults, James Fults, Lee Sowell, Brent Sowell and Spencer Eaves. Honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Scates, Justin Murphy and Craig Perez.
She is survived by
Husband: Thomas Fults of Center
Children:
Tina Sowell and husband, Lee of Center
James Paul Murphy and wife, Heather of Center
Sean Murphy of Stranton, Pennsylvania
Sonja Hoffman and husband, William of Fred
Chad Murphy and wife, Anna of Pearsall
Step-sons:
James Fults and wife, Paula of Center
Stephen Fults and wife, Stephanie of Center
Grandchildren:
Brent Sowell and wife, Haylee
Brittany Sowell
Kimberly Craig and husband, Tony
Justin Murphy
Adrian Perez
Emanda Perez
Craig Perez
Jacobb Murphy
Alana Murphy
Caden Murphy
Step Grandchildren:
Emily Fults
Ashley Fults
Great Grandchild: Kaylynn Craig
Sister: Altha Faye Socia and husband, Jimmy of Nacogdoches
Numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by
Father: J. P. Ramsey
Mother: Era Ramsey
Brother: James Franklin Ramsey
Nephew: Jason Ramsey
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Funeral service for Reba Lucille (Hooper) Anderson, 85, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, December 21, 2013, at First Baptist Church, Timpson, with Dr. Josh Walters and Rev. Bill Beckham officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson. Visitation with family and friends will be from 11:30 AM until service time at 1:00 PM at First Baptist Church. Mrs. Anderson passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2013, in Houston, TX.
Born July 30, 1928, in Timpson, TX, Reba H. Anderson was the daughter of the late Marshall Edgar and Gladys (Beckham) Hooper. Reba graduated from Milbey High School in Houston, TX, where she received a full scholarship to Rice University. After attending Rice University, Reba spent 17 years driving a school bus for the Pasadena ISD. She then began a career in law enforcement with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, then the Texas Department of Public Safety, and retired from Houston Metro Police Department as a sergeant. During this time she received two life-saving commendations.
Reba returned to Timpson in 1996 where she served as Timpson City Judge, was a member of Timpson Genealogical & Heritage Society, and a member of Timpson First Baptist Church. Reba’s love of reading was instrumental in her becoming involved in efforts to obtain a new public library for the citizens of Timpson.
Survivors include her daughters Gael Denner and husband Harold and Patsy Ener and husband Dale, all of Houston; sister Marsha Tomlinson of Timpson; 4 grandchildren: James Jones, Jr., Melanie Polley, Kenzie Denner, and Kyle Denner; 7 great grandchildren: James Jones III, Hannah Jones, David Billey, Brandon Billey, Shane Billey, Kai Polley, and Riley Polley; and 2 great great grandchildren: Tristan Billey and Zadak Denner.
In addition to her parents, Reba Anderson was preceded in death by husband Andy Anderson and sister Norma Jean Epps.
To convey condolences online, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
12/17/2013
Amanda Dell Hanna, 39, of San Augustine, Texas passed away Friday, December 13, 2013 in San Augustine, Texas. She was born December 2, 1974 in Port Lavaca, Texas to Roy Lee Tindol and Brooksie Gailen Griffin Tindol. She was a homemake and a member of San Augustine United Pentecostal Church.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at 10am til service. Service will follow in Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel at 12 noon with Bro. Michael Dickerson and Father Boles officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery, Shelby County, Texas.
She is survived by:
Husband: Tamer Hanna of San Augustine, Texas
Children:
Mena Hanna of San Augustine, Texas
Eric Hanna of San Augustine, Texas
Parents: Roy and Brooksie Tindol of San Augustine, Texas
Brothers:
Johnny Tindol and wife Jolene of Joaquin, Texas
Ricky Tindol and wife Diane of Shelbyville, Texas
Sister: Sylvia McDonald of Timpson, Texas
Nieces and Nephews: Ryan McDonald, Shelby Tindol, Jessica Tindol, and Mitchel Tindol
She is preceded in death by an infant sister, Susan Tindol
Online obituary and condolences posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com
Arrangements under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine, Texas
Hicks Mortuary announces funeral service for Mrs. Cynthia Denise Jackson, (53) of Center will be Saturday, December 21, 2013 at 1:00pm. Mrs. Jackson’s services will be at Triumph the Church and Kingdom at 908 Daniels St, Center, Texas. Elder Howard Cloudy will be officiating. Mrs. Jackson died Monday, December 16, 2013 at San Augustine Memorial in San Augustine, Texas.
Mrs. Jackson’s survivors are:
4 Sons:
Roderick Gardner wife Afrikina , Thomas Gardner wife Debra, Quinnon Gardner, & Dennis Jackson all of Center.
14 Brothers:
James Lowe wife Chenetta, James Whitsey, LaMillican Johnson wife Keisha , Tristan Gardner, & Michael Hubbard, of Center, Texas; Jessie Gardner wife Debra , Elbert E. Kelly wife LaChandra, Henry Kelly, of Houston, Texas; Samuel Gardner & Mark Hubbard wife Shelia of Nacogdoches, Texas; Elbert Kelly, Jr of Silsbee, Texas; Robert Kelly & Renord Gardner of Beaumont, Texas; and Eshawn Randle of Lufkin, Texas
9 Sisters:
Sharian Jackson husband Willie D., Annie Whitsey Johnson, & Felisha Gardner of Center, Texas; Jo Ann Batist husband Milton of Houston, Texas; Ora D Kelly husband Jerry of Silsbee, Texas; Jenitha Kelly husband John & Sabrina Williams of Beaumont, Texas; Bonnie Hubbard & Brenda Johnson husband Edmond of Nacogdoches, Texas.
Special Friend:
Randy Calhoun & Dennis Jackson
Visitation will be at Hicks Chapel Friday, December 20, 2013 from 7pm-9pm.
Burial will be at Westview Cemetery in Center, Texas.
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary.
Funeral services for Ronald Dale Channel, 57, of Nacogdoches will be Friday, Dec. 20th, at 2 PM at the Dickie Allen Funeral Home Chapel in Cushing with Rev. Todd Jenkins, Rev. Lamar Rash, and Rev. John Wahl officiating. Burial will follow at McKnight Cemetery in Cushing.
Mr. Channel died Monday in Houston. He was born January 6, 1956 to Gordon and Era Mae McKnight Channel in Nacogdoches, TX. He was a lifelong resident of Nacogdoches. He was a member of Calvary Temple Church in Mt. Enterprise and worked highway construction for many years. Mr. Channel is preceded in death by his Parents and Brother Jackie Channel, Sr.
Survivors Include:
Brothers and Sisters-in-law:
Ronnie and Margie Channel – Nacogdoches, TX
Steve and Charline Channel – Center, TX
Stephen and Amy Rowlett – Colorado
Sister and Brother-in-law:
Rhonda and Todd Rowlett – Livingston, TX
Sister-in-law:
Frances Channel – Nacogdoches, TX
10 Nephews and 5 Nieces
Pallbearers – Stevie Channel, Shane Channel, Brian Hill, Ronnie Hill, Jason Hill, and Teeter Channel, Chance Tarnow, and Albert Chancellor
Honorary Pallbears – Kenneth Hoffart, Michael Sowell, Jerry White Jr., Charles Ray Honea, and Michael Robinson
Visitation is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 19th, from 5 – 9 P.M. at the funeral home in Cushing.
Bobby Edward Griffith was born on December 11, 1937 in Knox City, Texas, and passed away peacefully in his home on December 16, 2013. He is preceded in death by his father Melvin Edward Griffith, mother Winnie Lolita Griffith, brothers Melvin Edward Griffith, Jr. and Jimmy Howard Griffith, sister Ima Lee Brown, and father-in-law J. W. Ross.
He is survived by his wife, Doris Ross Griffith, daughter La Donna Lacy and husband John, son Terry Griffith and wife Victoria, grandchildren Jonathan and Samantha Lacy (his little dipper), and Emily “Shhweetie” Griffith. Surviving brothers are Jerry Don Griffith and Joe Erwin Griffith of Davilla, Texas, numerous nieces and nephews, and mother-in-law Laura Ross of Timpson, TX.
Bobby worked as a milkman at Foremost Dairy in Houston where he met his wife, Doris, and they enjoyed 55 years of marriage. During this time, he left Foremost and became a butcher for 35 years. After retiring, he then became a much loved school bus driver for Spring Branch I.S.D. for the last 18 years. His hobbies were sports, traveling, painting, carpentry, fishing, and being around his family and his dogs. He was a very devoted and loving husband, father, granddad, and “Uncle Bob”, and will be terribly missed. He was also a member of Fairbanks Masonic Lodge #1363 in Houston.
The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, please send a donation in his memory to the Houston SPCA at http://www.houstonspca.org/.
Visitation with the family will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at Waltrip Funeral Directors, 1415 Campbell Rd., Houston, TX 77055. Funeral service, 10:00 a.m., Thursday, Waltrip Chapel. Interment, 1:00 p.m., Friday, Mt. Olive Cemetery, Timpson, TX.
Robert Leslie Clifford, Jr. DVM was born July 18, 1921, in Panola County, Texas out of DeBerry, the only child of Robert L. Clifford and Mabel Tiller Clifford. He died on December 17, 2013 at 92 years young at the family farm.
Whether you knew him as “Sonny” as his relatives did, “Bobby” (classmates), “Cliff” (fellow servicemen), “Doc” (business associates), or “Bob” (adult friends), you always knew where he stood and what he stood for. Bobby went through his entire 11 years of school at Elysian Fields, graduating in 1938. He then attended Stephen F. Austin earning his undergraduate degree in 1942. While at SFA he lettered in track as a distance runner and participated in many other campus activities. He remained a loyal supporter of SFA throughout his life. In early 1942, Cliff enlisted in the U.S. Navy to fight for his country in World War II. He quickly became an officer and was assigned to the U.S.S Leedstown and deployed to the South Pacific. On shore leave in April 1943, he married his college sweetheart, Willie Dee Williams, who rode a bus 40+ hours to Ft. Myers, FL to unite with him. After the war, he went to Texas A&M to achieve a degree in Veterinary Medicine, graduating in 1949 and entering private practice in Lufkin and then Mexia. In 1955, Doc went to work with the Poultry Extension Service of the State of Texas (Texas A&M) and moved to Center. He operated his lab as a Poultry Pathologist until the mid-1970’s, then taking over as the Executive Vice-President of Rite Care, Inc. From then until his retirement in 1996, he served the Poultry Industry in the private sector. In 1991, he achieved the industry’s highest honor, the Golden Feather Award for his work in avian medicine. In retirement Bob was active in the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church and the Methodist Texas Conference, attending the annual conference in Houston each year. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Willie. Bob is survived by his son, Robert L. Clifford III (Rob) and his wife, Vicki, of Santa, Fe, New Mexico; daughter, Rev. Carol Clifford Turner and husband, David Turner of Palestine, Texas; grandchildren, Clifford Turner and wife, Ricka, of St. Louis, Mo., Leslie Turner of Austin, Robert Greyson Clifford of Breckenridge, CO, and Stephen Daniel Clifford and wife, Jennifer of Nelson, B.C.; and great-grandchildren, Aman Clifford and Ruth Clifford.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, December 19, 2013, at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 1174 CR 328, DeBerry, TX (hwy. 79 and CR 328, between DeBerry and Panola, TX) with Bishop Ann B. Sherer-Simpson, Rev. Bill Denham, and Rev. Terry Cashion officiating under the direction of Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home. Interment with military honors will take place at the Panola-Mt. Zion Cemetery adjoining the church grounds under the auspices of the Center V.F.W. Post 8904. The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home.
Serving as pallbearers are his little league “boys” Leonard Yarbrough, Taylor Bush, John Wayne Thompson, Greg Powell, John Pigg, Jim Truitt, Bob Pigg, and Wade Fox.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Heart’s Way Hospice, 437 W. Panola St., Carthage, TX 75633 or Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 274, Panola, TX 75685.
A guestbook may be signed online at www.jimerson-lipsey.com.
12/16/2013
Joyce Hardy, also known as Mama Joyce, 83, of the Patroon Community, Shelbyville, Texas, passed away Monday, December 16, 2013 at Cypress Glen Nursing Home in Port Arthur.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Welton Blackmon officiating. Burial will follow at Liberty Hill Memorial Gardens in San Augustine County. Visitation will be prior to the service Wednesday, December 18, 2013 from 12:30 p.m. until service time at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born July 4, 1930 in San Augustine County to Walter and Myrtis (Horn) Williams. She was a member of Patroon Baptist Church for many years.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Walter and Myrtis Williams, Husband, Lamar “Coot” Hardy, Grandson, Brandon Hardy, Sister, Wylma Jean Williams and 3 Brothers, Royce Williams, Edgar Williams & Vernis Williams.
She is survived by:
Children:
Kenneth Hardy & wife, Kathy of Center
Wylma Hardy Beckham & husband, Delbert of Center
Richard Hardy & wife, Cheryl of Harleton
Laurel Hardy Daily & husband, George of Bridge City
Grandchildren:
Amber Alvarez
Brooke Dykes & husband, Chris
Dale Beckham
Robin Hardy Hay & husband, Zack
Dustin Hardy & wife, Shaina
Kalin Hardy & wife, Anna
Landin Hardy
Brandy Daily Lang & husband, Chris
Shane Daily & wife, Rebekah
Great Grandchildren:
Aubrey Alvarez, Sawyer Dykes,
Caden Hay, Grant Hardy, Reese Hardy
Jake Hardy, Graham Daily & Eli Daily
3 Sisters-in-law:
Nelda Williams
Jeannine Williams
Dorothy Williams
Special Friend:
Kay Goodwyn
Numerous Nieces & Nephews
Pallbearers:
Zack Warr, Rodney Warr, James Goodwyn, Jimmy Strong, Fred Borders & Kenny Eberhard
Honorary Pallbearers:
Joe McCary and Jerry Wiley
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Bettye Barlow, 80, of Center, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2013 in Lufkin. She was born October 7, 1933 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Peano Norried and Melva Hayes Norried. She was of the Baptist faith.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at Buckner Cemetery in Center.
She is survived by
Husband: Bobby Barlow of Center
Daughters:
Cindy Theut and husband, Steven of Cypress
Denisa Barlow of Center
Sons:
Roy Dale Marshall of Huntsville
Jimmy Barlow of Phoenix, Arizona
Sister: Joy Bratton and husband, Morris of Carrollton
Grandchildren:
Andi and Tommy Jackson of Cypress
Stephanie Theut of Cypress
Josh Theut of Cypress
R.W. Marshall and wife, Whitney of Jasper
Scotty Marshall and wife, Brandi of Jasper
Kandi and T.J. Smith of Jasper
Alexis Barlow of Center
Numerous great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other family
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Peano Norried and Melva Hayes Norried
Step-Mother: Truschel Norried
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/12/2013
Eldon Ray Hendrix II "Skip", 29 of Center, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2013 in Sabine Parish, Louisiana. Services were held Sunday, December 8, 2013 at St. Paul Church in Center, Texas at 1:00 P.M. with internment at St. Paul Cemetery, Pelican, Louisiana. He was born on April 22, 1984 in Shreveport, LA to Eldon Hendrix Sr. and Carolyn Hendrix-Moore. Skip confessed Christ as his savior at an early age at Saint Joseph Baptist Church in Pelican, LA.
In his early childhood, Eldon attended both Pelican All Saints and Mansfield Elementary schools. However, he was a member of the Center High School graduation class of 2002. Skip furthered his educationat Navarro Junior College, but later joined the U.S. Armed Forces from 2003-2006 becoming a veteran of the Iraqi War. Eldon and Latisha Swindle were joined in marriage during this time from 2004 to 2009.
After Eldon's tour in Iraq, he returned home and was an employee of Tyson Foods, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and Center Independent School District (C.I.S.D.). Skip Hendrix left C.I.S.D. to attend Panola College where he was awarded a Certificate of Completion for professional truck driving.
Eldon was preceeded in death by his grandparents: Johnny Hendrix Sr., Earnestine Hendrix, Willie S. Lee, Johnny Moore and Earline Moore.
Eldon leaves to cherish his memories:
Parents, Carolyn & Jeremy Moore and Eldon Hendrix, Sr.
Grandmother, Margie Lee
Children: Jakaden Nash-Hendrix, Jakaila Swindle, DeQuaylon Hendrix, Semaria Hendrix, Eldon Hendrix III, Kimorah Williams, Taraji Hendrix, and Christian Hendrix
Siblings: Terrance & Rokesha Allen, Heather Hendrix, Jaquala Moore and Janequia Moore
A host of relatives and friends.
The family wishes to acknowledge with deep appreciation the many expressions of love, concern, and kindness show to them during this hour of bereavement. May God bless and keep you.
Services under the direction of Jenkins Funeral Home, Mansfield, Texas.
12/11/2013
Agustin Balderas, 73, of Center, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2013 in Nacogdoches. He was born May 27, 1940 in San Gabrial Guanavato, Mexico to Jesus Balderas and Josephina Balderas. He was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, December 12, 2013 at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Center. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Feliciano Gallegos, Alberto Solis, Rosendo Gallegos, Jose Angel Solis, Deigo Gallegos and Juan Vielma.
He is survived by
Wife: Rosa Balderas of Center
Sons:
Gerardo Balderas of Mexico
Feliciano Gallegos and wife, Norma of Nacogdoches
Rosendo Gallegos and wife, Frances of Center
Diego Gallegos and wife, Mireya of Nacogdoches
Daughters:
Florentina Balderas of Mexico
Soledad Balderas of Mexico
Adela Espinosa and husband, Jesus of Mexico
Ofelia Solis and husband, Alberto of Joaquin
Consuelo Vielma and husband, Juan of San Antonio
Grandchildren:
Martin, Isabel and Jorge Fuentes
Teresa Gallegos
Chloe Maldonado
Rosendo Gallegos Jr.
Jose Angel Solis
Delia Solis
Perla Solis
Catherine Solis
Erik Gallegos
Diego Gallegos Jr.
Emily Vielma
Jaime Vielma
Preceded in death by
Parents: Jesus Balderas and Josephina Balderas
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/10/2013
Floyd “Dean” Cuzick, Jr., age 45 of Rockwall, TX, passed away December 5, 2013. He was born February 27, 1968 in Duval, FL, to Floyd Sr. & Vikki Swanson Cuzick. Dean married Stacy Stelmar on November 28, 1992 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Rowlett, TX.
Dean proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during Operation Desert Storm and Operation Enduring Freedom.
Dean graduated from Timpson High School in 1987. After joining the Army, he successfully completed U.S. Army Ranger School, Airborne Parachutist training, the Special Forces qualification course, Polish language training, and Air Assault training. He spent an assignment in Germany with the 3rd Armored Division and then was assigned to the 10th Special Forces Group at Fort Devens, Massachusetts. His Green Beret team deployed on specialized missions to Turkey, Italy, Canada, and Norway, where he learned the techniques and methods of instructing foreign soldiers.
In 1996, after nine years as an enlisted man, he commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Air Defense branch of the Army, specializing in both Patriot and SHORAD missile systems. As an officer he served with 108th Air Defense Artillery at Fort Bliss, Texas, HQ Company Commander 10th Mountain Division in Fort Drum, New York and Bagram AB, Afghanistan, ROTC Instructor at Valley Forge Military College in Pennsylvania, US Army Liaison to the General of the Polish Army in Afghanistan, Executive Officer of the US/NATO Commando Training School in Kabul, Afghanistan, and Executive Officer of the US Army Recruiting Battalion in Irving, Texas. He earned his Master’s Degree through the University of Management & Technology. Major Cuzick retired after serving for 23 years. His awards included the Bronze Star and the Expert Infantry Badge.
He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years: Stacy Cuzick; daughters: Sara, Emily and Marissa Cuzick, all of Rockwall, TX; father: Floyd Cuzick of Center, TX; sisters: Rebecca Turisk & husband Larry of Goose Creek, SC, and Cindy Sanford & husband Jerry of Center, TX; and parents-in-law: Thomas Sr. & Ellen Stelmar of Rockwall, TX. Dean was preceded in death by his mother.
A funeral mass will be held at 11:00am, Monday, December 16, 2013 at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, 950 Trails Parkway, Garland, TX, with Rev. Joseph Meehan officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday afternoon at the funeral home from 2:00 to 5:00pm, with a Rosary and Vigil at 4:00pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria,VA 22312.
12/9/2013
Robbie Lynn Chandler, 48, of Nacogdoches, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2013 in Nacogdoches. He was born June 24, 1965 in Center to Charles H. Chandler and Joyce Marie Luman Chandler. He was of the Baptist Faith. Mr. Chandler was a beloved Son, Brother and Friend.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center with Bro. R. B. Elumbaugh officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 12:00 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Pallbearers will be Kodie Bailey, Ryan Chandler, Jordin Fountain, Fred Grant, Charlie Fountain and David Parnell. Honorary pallbearers will be Bo Chandler and Charles Bond.
He is survived by
Brothers:
Ricky Chandler and wife, Lecia of Joaquin
Randy Chandler and wife, Monica of Center
Ronald Chandler and wife, Misty of Center
Sisters:
Relissa Bailey and husband, Shane of Nacogdoches
Rachelle Chandler and husband, Charles Bond of Nacogdoches
Rhonda Chandler of Gun Barrel City
Nieces & Nephews:
Bo Chandler
Ryan Chandler and wife, Jessica
Randi Kay Chandler Faulkenberry and husband, Josiah
Brody Chandler
Jake Chandler
Shelby Chandler
Ashlie Chandler
RJ Chandler
Kodie Bailey
Shayna Bailey Tucker and husband, Richard
Kortni Bailey and fiancé David Parnell
Jordin Fountain
Charlie Fountain
Aybree Bond
Kylar Bond
Chance Bond
Great Nieces & Nephews:
Kaesyn Kennedy, Baylee Tucker, Mia Chandler, Cole Chandler, Kimber Tucker, Presley Parnell, Kinzley Chandler
Numerous aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Charles H. Chandler and Joyce Marie Luman Chandler
Niece: Brittany Joyce Murdock
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Starlin May, 91, of Harlingen formerly James Community, Center, Texas, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2013 at his residence.
Services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 14, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Steve Wiggins officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Friday, December 13, 2013 from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born January 17, 1922 in Joaquin to George and Linnie (Wagstaff) May. He served in the US AirForce as a mechanic. He retired from Champlin Petroleum Co.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, George & Linnie May, Wife, Mary May, Grandson, Michael May & Brothers & Sisters.
He is survived by:
Son: Vic May & wife, Carolyn of Virginia
Son: Michael May & wife, Joyce of Joaquin
Daughter: Christy Quinn & husband, Dean of Houston
Daughter: Mary Jane Mullere & husband, Jean of Harlingen
Son: Charles Smith & wife, Nina of New Braunfels
Grandchildren: Mark May, Trevor May, Vickie Lyn May; Conner & Graham Quinn; Cindy Richter & husband, Randall; Charles Robert Mullere, Starla Hughston & husband, Sam; Darla Tilden & husband, Jerry
Twin Sister: Ruth Huntington of Sugarland
Pallbearers: Charles Robert Mullere, Sam Hughston, Jerry Tilden, Randall Richter, Landon Richter & Trevor May
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Guadalupe Almaguer, 42, of Center, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2013 in Tyler. He was born January 20, 1971 in Celaya, GTO to Crecenciano Almaguer Gonzalez and Maria Consuelo Moreno Perez Almaguer. He was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a Rosary beginning at 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 13, 2013 at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Center with Father Jose Luis officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Juan Gomez, Miguel Beltran, Luis Alamguer, Crecenciano Almaguer, Albino Garcia, Socorro Abella, Jorge Leon, Rolando Cuevas, Roman Flores, Emanuel Espino and Juan Cervantes.
He is survived by
Wife: Laura Abella of Center
Children:
Elena Almaguer of Center
Fernanda Almaguer of Center
Brothers:
Silvano Almaguer of Mexico
Jose Almaguer and wife, Graciela of Center
Salvador Almaguer and wife, Flor of Bryan
Israel Almaguer of Mexico
Saul Almaguer and wife, Beatriz of Center
Sisters:
Joaquina Almaguer of Mexico
Angelica Almaguer of Mexico
Maria Almaguer of Mexico
Rosa Almaguer of Mexico
Consuelo Almaguer of Mexico
Yuliana Almaguer of Mexico
Brothers-in-law:
Socorro Abella and wife, Teresa of Wisconsin
Eduardo Abella and wife, Gabriela of Center
Gustavo Abella of Mexico
Jaime Abella of Mexico
David Abella of Mexico
Javier Abella of Mexico
Sisters-in-law:
Maria C. Abella and husband, Roman of Center
Claudia Abella of Mexico
Eva Abella of Mexico
Father: Crecenciano Almaguer
Mother-in-law: Elena Abella
Father-in-law: Antonio Abella
Numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives
A host of friends
Preceded in death by:
Mother: Consuelo Almaguer
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Patsy Ruth Clark, 76, of Center, TX (formerly of Timpson, TX) passed away Monday, December 09, 2013, in Center, TX. The funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, December 12, 2013, at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel with Orval Miller officiating.
Born July 24, 1937, in Center, TX, Patsy Ruth Clark was the daughter of the late Oris and Lois (Agnew) Clark. Patsy’s parents lovingly cared for her at home as long as they were able and then she received excellent care at Holiday Nursing Center in Center, TX. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Jack Clark, and two infant siblings. .
Survivors include her aunt Lois Ross of Garrison, TX; niece Wendy Clark Cook of Austin, TX; and a host of cousins.
To convey condolences on line, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, TX, is in charge of arrangements.
Connie Fay (Barrett) Stokes, 91 of Mt. Enterprise, Texas, passed away Friday, December 6, 2013 in Mt. Enterprise. She was born February 6, 1922 to Joseph Barrett and Emma (Bailey) Barrett in Nacogdoches County.
Visitation will be held at 12:30 until 2:00pm on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at Holly Springs Baptist Church. Services will be held at 2:00pm on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at Holly Springs Baptist Church with interment to follow at Dixon Cemetery. Officiating will be Bro. Elmer Mathis and Bro. Homer Murray.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Bobby Joe Stokes and wife, Louise, of Avondale, AZ
Iven Stokes and wife, Betty, of Timpson, TX
Richard Stokes and wife, Terry, of Sherman, TX
Eddie Stokes and wife, Barbara, of Bloomburg, TX
Daughters:
Nadine Beard and husband, Roger, of Mt. Enterprise, TX
Gaynell Young and husband, Bob, of Congress, AZ
12 Grandchildren, 7 Great Grandchildren, 1 Great Great Grandchild
Brother: Jessie Barrett and wife, Billy Jean, of Paris, TX
Sister: Mary Bell Whitton of Shreveport, LA
Host of other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by husband, Cecil Stokes; both parents; grandson, Bubba Thacker; great granddaughter, Crystal Rao; 2 sisters and 5 brothers.
Pallbearers: Kenny Beard, Timmy Beard, Daniel Linn, Wayne Stokes, Elmer Moore, Leo Beard, and Bob Young.
Honorary Pallbearers: Bobby Joe, Iven, Richard, Eddie, Bracy, Dustin, Travis and Steve.
Funeral services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.
12/6/2013
Bernice Wilburn, 91, of the Patroon Community of Shelby County, passed away Friday, December 6, 2013 at Colonial Pines Nursing Home in San Augustine. She was born September 26, 1922 in Noble, Louisiana to David Harrison Elliott and Willie Lee Windham Elliott. She was a member of Patroon Baptist Church.
Visitation will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Sunday, December 8, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Mike Belgard officiating. Interment will be at Patroon Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Michael Tompkins, Keith Tompkins, Bradley Wilburn, Shawn Smith, Robert Wilburn, Scott Wilburn, Larry Wayne Wilburn and Kenneth Wilburn.
She is survived by
Daughters:
Louise Tompkins and husband, Wyman of San Augustine
Joyce Smith of Canton
Sons:
Travis “Tappy” Wilburn and wife, Delma of Center
Carroll Wilburn and wife, Virginia of Patroon
Larry Wilburn and wife, Sabrina of Bullard
Grandchildren:
Peggy Collins, Michael Tompkins, Keith Tompkins, Shellie Burns, Bradley Wilburn, Stacy Alexander, Shawn Smith, Robert Wilburn, Scott Wilburn, Jennifer Helms, Larry Wayne Wilburn, Jody Matthews, Kenneth Wilburn
31 Great Grandchildren
8 Great Great Grandchildren
Brother-in-law: Jesse Parnell Wilburn of Brookeland
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
Preceded in death by
Husband: Horace Wilburn
Infant Child
Parents: David Harrison Elliott and Willie Lee Windham Elliott
Brother: Little David Elliott
Sisters: Willie Dee Dockens, Iva Gay Elliott
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Patroon Cemetery, 18853 Hwy 87 S, San Augustine, Texas 75972.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/05/2013
Jean DuBose Ballard, 78, of Tenaha, passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2013 at her residence in Tenaha. She was born September 6, 1935 in Tenaha to Jennings Osward DuBose and Reba Ray Ware DuBose. She was a member of Order of the Eastern Star Tenaha Chapter and First United Methodist Church in Tenaha.
Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 7, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Tenaha with Rev. Charles Williams and Rev. Carla Reed officiating. Interment will follow at Woods Cemetery in Tenaha.
Pallbearers will be Raymond Harper, Chuck DuBose, Crockett DuBose, Ronny DuBose, Donny DuBose, Keith DuBose, Mack Anthony, Gary DuBose, Reagan Anthony, Jennings Ray Harper and Rodney DuBose.
She is survived by
Husband: Stacy Ballard of Joaquin
Son: Howard Ballard and wife, Elaine of Tyler
Granddaughters:
Amanda Leigh Napier and husband, Kevin of Forney
Melanie Ann Ballard of Tenaha
Amber Renee Jones and husband, Marshall of McKinney
Crystal Nicole Ballard of Denver, Colorado
Danielle Destiny Sharp of Hope, Michigan
Great Grandchildren:
Jacob, Levi, Mackenzie, Madeleine, Michael, Kaleb
Sisters:
Martha Virginia Byrd
Mary Sue Chreene
Brothers:
David Edward DuBose Sr.
Benjamin Winford DuBose
Luther Ray DuBose
Sister-in-law: Maurice Ballard
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
Preceded in death by
Parents: Jennings Osward DuBose and Reba Ray Ware DuBose
Sister: Claudia Marie Harper
Brothers: William “Bill” Ware DuBose, Bryan Alton DuBose, Jennings Osward DuBose Jr., Jennings Maurice DuBose
Sons: Michael Lee Ballard, Daniel Bryan Ballard
Grandson: Daniel Lee Ballard
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Woods Cemetery, c/o David Fleming, 127 CR 4262, Tenaha, TX 75974.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Charles Henry Hinton, 87, of Center, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2013 at his residence.
Services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 9, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Pat Windham and Chaplain Paul Evans officiating. Graveside will follow at Shelbyville Cemetery with military honors under the direction of Local VFW Post 8904. Visitation will be Sunday, December 8, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born October 13, 1926 in Shelby County, Texas to Henry and Annie (Brady) Hinton. He served in the US Marine as a corporal and participated in action against the Japanese in Okinawa. He was wounded in Okinawa and received the Purple Heart Award. He retired from the Texas Highway Department. He enjoyed working on his farm and taking care of his cattle until his death. He was a life member of the Disabled Veterans of America, VFW Post #8904, American Legion, Purple Heart Association and the Purple Heart Foundation.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Henry and Annie Hinton, Wife, Billie Holt, Infant Son, Bobby Hinton, Son, Hugh Hinton and Nephew, George Melvin McDaniel.
He is survived by:
Wife:
Thelma Hinton of Center
Sons:
Larry Hinton of Center
Brad Hinton & wife, Dena of Center
Grandchildren:
Harley Layne Hinton of Center
Clayton Brady Hinton of Center
Charles Hugh Hinton & John Ross Hinton of Ohio
Great Grandchild:
Addison Hinton of Ohio
Sister:
Alice Hall of Center
Daughter-in-law:
Debra Hinton of Ohio
Nephews:
Martin Wayne McDaniel of Palestine
Stephen Oates & wife, Susie
Nieces:
Margaret Ann Goings of Center
Renee McDaniel of Center
Terry Jean McAda
Sister-in-law & Brother-in-law:
Pauline & Harold Oates
Numerous Great Nieces & Nephews, Cousins, Family & Friends
Special & Lifelong Friend:
Dave Jackson
Pallbearers:
Patrick Nethery, Michael Bill Taylor, John Shofner
Stephen Oates, Chuck Bailey & Michael Warren
Honorary Pallbearers:
George Shull, Pete Flournoy, Bob Parker,
Walt Baty, Ford Brown, Jr. & W.H. Britt
In lieu of flowers family requests that donations can be made to one of the following; Disabled American Veterans, Wounded Warriors or VFW Post 8904 Center, Texas.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
James H. Duncan, 82, of Columbus, Mississippi formerly of Jasper and Shelby County, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2013 at his residence.
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 14, 2013 at Dreka Pentecostal Church in Shelbyville with Bro. Danny Lewis and Bro. Theron Smith officiating. Following the service military honors will be given at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of Fort Hood Army Base.
He was born January 7, 1931 in Shelby County to William H. and Sally (McMahon) Duncan. He retired from the US Army after 20 years of service. He also worked for the US Postal Service and the water treatment plant at Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter, South Carolina and he also retired from Campbell Soup (Sumter, S.C.) where he worked for many years. He was a member of Gateway Tabernacle in Kirbyville TX.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, William & Sally Duncan; Sister, Syble Shue; Sister, Avis German Chapman; Sister, Edna Golden; Brother, Edelvis Duncan; Sister, Ruth Minchew; Sister, Freddie Lee Nowell, Brother, Ernest Duncan, Sister Arlene Smith & Brother Carlton Duncan.
He is survived by:
Wife: Lois (Starr) Duncan of Columbus, Mississippi
Son: James “Jimmy” Duncan, Jr. & wife, Daeng of Fayetteville, NC
Daughter: JoAnne Beall & husband, Alan of Columbus, Mississippi
3 Grandchildren:
Leah Drummond and husband James
Amanda Harrell
Lauren Starr Beall
Brother: William “Bill” Duncan, Jr. of Columbus TX.
Numerous Nieces & Nephews
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Mr. James Alton Allen (89) of Center, died December 3, 2013. Mr. Allen died at Nacogdoches Medical Center in Nacogdoches, Texas. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 7, 2013, at 1:00pm at Triumph The Church and Kingdom Church of God In Christ, 908 Daniel St, Center, Texas. Elder Cleon Williams will be officiating.
Mr. Allen is survived by:
Son:
Adrian Allen and wife Faye of Shelbyville, Texas
Sister:
Mary Ella Gardner of Center, Texas
7 Grandchildren
Visitation will be Friday, December 6, 2013 at Hicks Chapel from the hours of 6pm-8pm.
Burial will be at Thompson Cemetery.
12/04/2013
Robert Stephen “Stevie” Webb, 75, of Center, passed away while surrounded by his family on Wednesday, December 4, 2013. He was born February 21, 1938 in Center to Lomax Webb and Versie Pate Webb. Steve attended Center High School and graduated in 1956. He attended Panola College and Stephen F. Austin. He later served in the United States Army. Steve worked for Land of Pines Dairy Products and as a distributor for Toms, where he retired in 2000. After retirement, he continued to raise and breed cattle and work at Center Livestock. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his sons and buddies. He took pleasure in cooking for friends and family. His favorite pastime was taking care of his cattle. Steve was a member of First Baptist Church of Center and also the Bible Class. He was involved in numerous community activities such as Center Little League, 4H, Kiwanis and Center ISD school board. Steve was a loving and caring husband, father and friend. His grandchildren were the joy and delight of his life. He will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, December 7, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, December 8, 2013 at First Baptist Church in Center with Bro. Michael Hale and Bro. Carl Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Michael Spells, Stephen Neuville, Tom Watkins, Bobby Griffin, Nathan Pike, Allan Metcalf and George Stubblefield. Honorary pallbearers will be Bob Warr, Joe Shofner, Cecil Watlington, John Walker, George Burns, Bertis Wells and Don Bush.
Survivors include
His loving wife of 51 years: Betty Webb of Center
Sons:
Barry Webb and wife, Michelle of Timpson
Darren Webb and wife, Wendi of Garrison
Granddaughters:
Emily Webb of Fort Smith, Arkansas
Taylor and Mallory Webb of Garrison
Tatum Greer of Timpson
Grandson: Trace Greer of Woden
Great Granddaughters:
Aubrey, Averi and Addisyn Greer of Woden
Sisters-in-law:
Mildred Webb of Center
Johnnie Smith and husband, Millard of Milam
Linda Horton and husband, Joe of Hemphill
Nephews:
Keith Webb of Center
Lomax Webb of Center
Numerous other nieces, nephews and cousins
Preceded in death by
Parents: Lomax Webb and Versie Pate Webb
Brother: Eugene Webb
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Stevie Webb CHS Memorial Scholarship Fund at Farmers State Bank in Center.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Cooper Brittian Porter, 73, of Lufkin, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2013 in Lufkin. He was born January 26, 1940 in Tenaha to John Rogers Porter Sr. and Cynthia Elizabeth Brittain Porter. Mr. Porter served in the United States Army. He attended St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Lufkin.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, December 5, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Pat Windham and Bro. Steve Killam officiating. Interment will follow at Folsom Chapel Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be held from 11:30 a.m. until service time.
Pallbearers will be Jacob Porter, Chance Porter, David Firesheets, Shane Hagler and John Richards.
He is survived by
Son: Johnny Ray Porter of Vilonia, Arkansas
Grandsons:
Jacob Brittain Porter of Vilonia, Arkansas
Jared Mason Porter of Vilonia, Arkansas
Sister: Jo Watlington and husband, Jay of Lufkin
Sister-in-law: Jeanine Porter of Lovington, New Mexico
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
Preceded in death by
Infant Daughter: Brittany Jo Porter
Parents: John Rogers Porter Sr. and Cynthia Elizabeth Brittain Porter
Brothers: Edward Bryas Porter, John Rogers Porter Jr., Ted Porter, Billy Porter
Sisters: Fran Mena, Belva Porter
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/2/2013
A funeral service for Mrs. “Dolly” Avis Joy Harris, 89, of Forney, TX, formerly of Carthage, TX, will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, at Central Baptist Church in Carthage with Dr. William Everett and Rev. Steve Jackson officiating under the direction of Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center, TX. The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Mrs. Harris passed away on Saturday afternoon, Nov. 30, 2013, in Forney.
“Dolly” Avis Joy Stephenson Harris was born on June 9, 1924, in San Augustine County, TX to the late Robert Frank and Maude Richards Stephenson. Mrs. Harris graduated from San Augustine High School with the class of 1942. She married Robert Allen Harris, Sr. on May 3, 1945, in Center, TX and Mr. Harris preceded her in death on Feb. 14, 1987. Mrs. Harris worked for Southwestern Bell in Houston from 1943-1947, National Biscuit Co. from 1949-1968, and taught pre-kindergarten in Pearland from 1975-1994. While in Pearland, she was a member of the First baptist Church for 24 years where she taught GA's, Sunday school, and sang in the choir. Mrs. Harris moved from Pearland to Carthage in 1994 and she became a devoted member of Central Baptist Church where she was a member of the Silvertones and the Strummers. In 2008, she moved to Forney to live with her daughter and family. She was a Godly woman who led by example. She didn't need any fan fair or recognition. She was happy serving her Lord and it didn't matter the task. Whether being a caregiver, a loving mother and grand mother, or chopping onions for Wednesday service, she left behind a wonderful legacy for family and friends. In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. Harris was also preceded in death by six brothers and three sisters.
Mrs. Harris is survived by one son, Allen Harris of Pearland; one daughter, Denene Guess and husband David of Forney; three grandchildren, Brittany Dodson and husband Tyler and Dakotah, and Mackenzie Guess; one brother, Carl A. Stephenson of Houston; and three sisters, Minnie V. Lovejoy of Center, Blanche Haley of Center, and Faye Elder of Shreveport. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and many friends also survive Mrs. Harris.
Serving as pallbearers are Gerald Burns, Ken Andrus, J.W. Cayce, Bill Price, Sammy Moore, and Walter Weston. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Sam Raley, James Gossett, and Fred Overton.
If desired, memorials may be made to the Central Baptist Church, Library, 220 W. Sabine, Carthage, TX 75633 or Odyssey Hospice Care, 2824 Terrell Rd, Suite 500, Greenville, Texas 75402.
A guestbook may be signed online at www.jimerson-lipsey.com.
