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02/26/2013
Michael N. Jetty, 75 of Nacogdoches, Texas passed away February 24, 2013 in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born October 9, 1937 in Houston, Texas to Alan Jetty and Hazel Evelyn Pitre Jetty.
Memorial services will be held Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 11am at Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison.
He is survived by
Wife: Clara Jetty of Nacogdoches, Texas
Daughter: Sherry Lee Perez and husband John of LaPorte, Texas
Son: Rodney Allen Craddock and wife Tracy of Alvin, Texas
12 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren
Host of other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by daughter, Michelle Renee Jetty and both parents.
Funeral services under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas
02/25/2013
Martha Lucille Robbins, 85, of Carthage, passed away Monday, February 25, 2013 in Tyler. She was born December 16, 1927 in Shelby County to John Jacobs and Stella Wilburn Jacobs. Mrs. Robbins was a faithful woman of God and a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She deeply loved children and God called her to Heaven to help care for the children.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, February 28, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center and at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, Friday, March 1, 2013, at Carthage Church of Christ in Carthage. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 1, 2013, at Carthage Church of Christ with Steve Wiggins officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Mrs. Robbins’ sons and sons-in-law.
She is survived by
Husband: Daniel Robbins of Carthage
Sons:
Tol Alvin Miller Jr. and wife, Peggy of Austin
Johnny Lee Miller and wife, Rhonda of Center
Eddie Lynn Miller and wife, Patty of Tenaha
Richard Dale Miller and wife, Lisa of Center
Daughters:
Toshi White and husband, Kent of Lufkin
Valarie Davis and husband, Glen of Huntington
Shelly Quintero of Huntington
21 Grandchildren
15 Great Grandchildren
Brothers:
Harold Jacobs and wife, Dorothy of Troup
Roy Jacobs of Huxley
Mary Hill of Carthage
A number of nieces and nephews and a host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: John Jacobs and Stella Wilburn Jacobs
Brothers: Vernon and James Jacobs
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
We lost our loving wife and mother, Phillis I. Filbeck on Sunday, February 17, 2013 in Huxley, TX of natural causes. She was born on July 24, 1941 in Beaver, OK to Bill and Edna Durham.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Johnie Filbeck, 3 daughters, Tammie, Sandra (JR), Debbie, 8 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, 2 brothers, 3 sisters and many, many friends.
Cremation has taken place and a "Celebration of Life" will be held in July, in Gillette, WY for family and friends.
02/21/2013
Clay Esther Scull, 90, of Tenaha, passed away Thursday, February 21, 2013 in San Augustine. She was born May 1, 1922 in Palestine to Henry Clay Cooper and Esther Laurette Hull Cooper Geisler. On July 8, 1939, she married Drue Dale Scull, who preceded her in death. Ms. Scull was a member of First Baptist Church in Tenaha.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, February 22, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 23, 2013 at First Baptist Church in Tenaha with Bro. Russ Atwood officiating. Interment will follow at Scull Family Cemetery in Tenaha.
Pallbearers will be the Deacons of First Baptist Church in Tenaha.
She is survived by
Son: John Dale Scull and wife, Erma Dee of Tenaha
Daughters:
Priscilla Jayne Hill of Ft. Worth
Jodie Annette Wright and husband, Michael of Friendswood
Grandchildren:
Esther Dawson and husband, Scott of Dallas
Christi Jayne Campbell and husband, Bill of Ft. Worth
Amy Tayte Brock and husband, Rick of Hawaii
John Drue Scull and wife, Suzanne of Tenaha
Dee Ann Starr and husband Greg of Texarkana, Texas
Terry Stephen Scull and wife, Alison of Center
Matthew George Wright of Friendswood
Micah Clay Morris and husband, Travis of Nassau Bay
Morgan Grace Wright of Friendswood
12 Great Grandchildren
3 Great Great Grandchildren
Half Sister: Betty Ellison of Corpus Christi
She was preceded in death by
Parents: Henry Cooper and Esther Hull Cooper Geisler
Husband: Drue Dale Scull
Sons-in-law: Terry Stephen Sells and Ralph Hill
Memorial donations may be made in Ms. Scull’s name to First Baptist Church in Tenaha.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Shelby Lee Goodman, Sr., 70, of Logansport, Louisiana, passed away at his home on February 14, 2013.
A graveside service will be held at Smetana Cemetery (outside Bryan, TX) at 2:00 pm on Friday, February 22nd. Services are entrusted to Hillier Funeral Home.
Shelby lived on the Sabine River in Logansport and doing what he loved, fishing. Shelby never met a stranger and was always quick to help others. His family came first and he was a doting father and Paw-Paw. Shelby was one of a kind and he will be greatly missed by those who knew him.
Shelby was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Virgil Goodman.
He is survived by: Son, Shelby Goodman, Jr. of College Station
Daughters, Rhonda Mahle and husband, Terry, of Portland and Shelly Lundberg and husband, Jarrod, of Spring; granddaughters, Lauren Mahle of Bryan, Morgan Mahle of Bryan and Peyton Lundberg of Spring; grandsons, Brawley Goodman of Bryan, Steven Mahle and wife Brittany Mahle and Jordan Mahle all of Portland; great-granddaughter, Maddie Trejo of Bryan and great-grandson, Jackson Mahle of Portland
Sisters, Virginia Howell and husband, Derwin, of Sapulpa, Oklahoma (formerly of Joaquin) and Mary Jones and husband, Mark, of Maricopa, Arizona
Brother, Randy Goodman of Shreveport, Louisiana and numerous nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his former wife and forever friend, Norma Goodman of Bryan.
Jenell (Peace) Shofner, 75, of Center, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at Holiday Nursing Home.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Duane Camp officiating. Burial will follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha. Visitation will be Friday, February 22, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born June 27, 1937 in Tenaha to Carl L. and Irene (Hooper) Peace. She worked for Holiday Nursing Home as an office manager for many years. Jenell also worked as the church secretary at First Baptist Church, Center for several years. She was member of Hillcrest Baptist Church.
She preceded in death by her Parents, Carl and Irene Peace, Father of her Children, Harley Burris, Step-Daughter, Toni Alford , Sister, Jeanette Luman & Step-Grandson, Cody Alford.
She is survived by:
Husband: Prentice Shofner, Sr. of Center
Daughter: Tina (Burris) McGuffin & husband, Don of Henderson
Son: Jeff Burris & Gena of Carthage
3 Step- Daughters and 2 Step-Sons:
Penny Todd & husband, Rickie of Center
Mary Sims & husband, Rickie of Shelbyville
Prentice “Bubba” Shofner, Jr. of Center
John Shofner & wife, Wanita of Center
Jennifer Holt & husband, Ben of Center
Grandchildren:
Ree Harrell of San Antonio
Michael Burris of Carthage
13 Step- Grandchildren
9 Step- Great Grandchildren
Brother-in-law: Verlon Luman
Pallbearers: Spencer McFarland, Burton Brown, Jeb Shofner, Nathan Shofner, Sean Dupre & Vic Shofner
Honorary Pallbearer: Ricky Beene
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Percy Garner & Son Mortuary would like to announce the death of Ms. Panella Davis, age 100 of San Augustine, Texas. Ms. Davis passed away early Wednesday morning, February 20, 2013 at Colonial Pines Health Care Center in San Augustine, Texas.
Funeral Service will be held Friday, February 22, 2013 2:00 p.m. at St. Luke Baptist Church with Rev. Clois Rodgers, officiated. Interment to follow at St. Luke Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday, February 21, 2013 1:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at Garner & Son Mortuary.
She is survived by:
Grandson: Tyartrick Coutee of Nacogdoches, Texas
Cherished Friends: John, Sharon, and Shane Mathews of San Augustine, Texas
As well as a host of other relatives and Friends.
02/20/2013
Connie L. Jasper Jackson, 52 of Garrison, passed a Tuesday, February 19, 2013 in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born August 15, 1960 in Dallas, Texas to Jessie Jackson, Jr. and Barbara Reid Anderson. We was affililiated with the Baptist faith and a homemaker.
Memorial service will be held at a later date.
She is survived by:
Friend: Mike Corzart of Garrison, Texas
Mother: Barbara Anderson of Mesquite, Texas
Sisters:
Patti Neiman of Joaquin, TX
Jackie Bevis of Farmersville, TX
Angie Parmer of Emory, TX
Brothers:
Cody Jackson of Emory, TX
Michael Anderson of Mesquite, TX
Funeral services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, TX.
Dr. Joe B. Hooker, 86, of Center, passed away, Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at his residence.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, February 25, 2013 at First Baptist Church, Center with Bro. Carl Smith, Bro. Michael Hale and Bro. Harold Hanson officiating. Masonic Graveside service will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park under the direction Sam Samford Lodge #149. Visitation will be Sunday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born September 22, 1926 in Galatia, Illinois to Charles Frank and Ruth Alma (Standerfer) Hooker. He graduated from Gainesville (FL) High School in 1944, and then served in the US Navy as a Hospital Corpsman on the USS Salerno Bay until 1946. On February 2, 1952, he graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy. He worked as a pharmacist for 8 years before attending medical school at the University of Tennessee Medical School in Memphis, graduating on June 9, 1963. He started practicing in Center in June of 1964. During the last forty-nine years of serving this community as a medical doctor, he delivered over 3000 babies, including twins, triplets, and babies whose parents he had delivered. Dr. Hooker was one of the original builders of Memorial Hospital which opened in 1967, and was the Chief of Staff there for twenty-one years. He was also the president of the County Medical Society, a member of the Texas Medical Association for many years and our delegate to TMA for thirteen years. Dr. Hooker has been a deacon since February 18, 1951, serving in 5 churches. He has been a member of the First Baptist Church in Center since 1964, serving as deacon, choir member, Sunday School teacher, and stepped in as interim music minister whenever there was a need. Dr. Hooker has been a member of the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce for forty-nine years. He served on the Center ISD school board for twelve years. He was a member of the Center Rotary Club for many years where he was recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow. Dr. Hooker has been a Mason since 1953, achieving 32nd degree in both Scottish Rite and York Rite, and received the Golden Trowel Award from the Sam Samford Lodge #149. He was also one of the founding members of the Shelby County Shrine Club. Dr. Hooker loved singing, storytelling, taking pictures, quail hunting, practicing medicine and his family. All he ever wanted to do was to take care of people, which he did through the last week of his life.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Charles and Ruth Hooker, Step-Mother, Lucille Hooker, Sister & Brother-in-law, Verdine and Olan Williamson and his Brother, Charles Davis Hooker.
He is survived by:
Wife of 62 years: Marian Hooker of Center
Son: Lewis Hooker & wife, Sue of Converse, Texas
Daughter: Sharon (Hooker) Nelson & husband, Donald of Center
Daughter: Carol Lee (Hooker) Chandler & husband, Mickey of Center
6 Grandchildren:
Ben Nelson
Douglass & Daniel Hooker
Timothy, Hannah & Jonathan Chandler
Brother: Dixon Hooker & wife, Alice Jo of Welaka, FL
Sisters-in-law:
Marie Hooker of St. Cloud, FL
Rachel Hall of Old Town Florida
Carolyn Thomas of Lake City, FL
Clarice Neal of Cross City, FL
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Great Nieces & Nephews & Great Great Nieces & Nephews
Pallbearers: Bennie Owens, Bob Giddens, Harold Hanson, Dr. William Ginn, Joe Anderson, Rob Payne, Albert Axen, & Dr. Florencio Singson
Honorary Pallbearers: Gene Walker,Robert Fairchild, Pete Minter, area Doctors, Pharmacists, First Baptist Church Deacons, Members of the Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149 and the members of Dr. Hooker’s Sunday School Class
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Percy Garner & Son Mortuary would like to announce the death of Ms. Shurhonda “Boo” Johnson, age 39, of San Augustine, Texas. Ms. Johnson passed away Friday, February 15, 2013 at Memorial Health System of East Texas in Lufkin, Texas.
Visitation will be held Friday, February 22, 2013 from 1pm to 7pm in the Garner and Son Chapel. Funeral service
will be held Saturday, February 23, 2013 12 Noon at True Vine Baptist Church with Rev. S.J. Clark, officiating.
Interment will follow at Mosiac Cemetery.
She is survived by:
Parents: Jacquelyne Harper and Johnny Mac Harper both of San Augustine, Texas
Sons:
Arius Roberts (Kechera) of Lufkin, Texas
Martin Jones of San Augustine, Texas
Two Grandchildren
Brothers:
Massard Williams of Center, Texas
Jarvis Harper of San Augustine, Texas
Macshane Garrett of Nacogdoches, Texas
Sisters:
Jasmine Harper of San Augustine, Texas
Latoya Hawkins of San Augustine, Texas
As well as a host of other relatives and friends.
Services are under the direction of Percy Garner and Son Mortuary, San Augustine, Texas.
Percy Garner & Son Mortuary would like to announce the death of Mr. Navis Bell, age 71 of Geneva, Texas. Mr. Bell passed away Friday, February 15, 2013 at Jasper Nursing & Rehabilitation, Jasper, Texas.
Visitation will be held Friday, February 22, 2013 from 1pm to 7pm at Garner and Son Chapel in San Augustine, Texas. Funeral Service will be Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 2:00pm at New Jerusalem Baptist Church with Rev. Daniel Holman, officiating. Wnterment to follow at Boggie Cemetery.
He is survived by:
Son: Jack “Buster” Winn of Hemphill, Texas
Daughter: Theresa Crockett of Possum Trot (Shelbyville), Texas
Three Grandchildren
Foster Brother: Ebenzee Randle of Center, Texas
Special Nephew: James R. Traylor (Rachel) of Geneva, Texas
As well as a host of other relatives and friends.
Services are under the direction of Percy Garner and Son Mortuary, San Augustine, Texas.
Jerri Nail Lout, 69, of The Woodlands, formerly of Center, passed away Sunday, February 17, 2013 at her residence. She was born June 2, 1943 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Blake Nail and Sybil Bradshaw Nail. She was a member of Hurst Street Church of Christ while she lived in Center and later became a member of Woodland Oaks Church of Christ in The Woodlands.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, February 22, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Center with Bro. Tim Perkins officiating.
She is survived by
Sons:
Ron Lout and wife, Martha of The Woodlands
Jonathan Lout of Center
Grandchildren:
Holly Lout
Brandon Lout
Breia Lout
Father of her children: Wilbur Lout of The Woodlands
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
02/19/2013
Mrs. Elouise Morris, 76 of Center passed away Saturday evening, February 16, 2013 at her residence. Visitation will be held Friday, February 22, 2013 from 7pm to 9pm at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center, Texas. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 12 noon at Triumph Church, Center, Texas with Prince Howard Cloudy officiating. Interment will follow at Westview Cemetery, Center, Texas.
She is survived by:
Husband: Johnny Morris of Center
Daughters:
Tammy (Ben) Small of Center
Jena Moore Williams of Nacogdoches
Doris (Charles) Netherly of Center
Vivian (Jessie James) Watts Center
Son: Robert Moore of Center
Twenty-seven Grandchildren, Fifty-seven Great Grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
Dr. Robert A. Low, 55, passed peacefully at his mother’s home in Nacogdoches, Texas on Tuesday, February 19, 2013. Robert was born on July 12, 1957, in Mineral Wells, Texas, to Gene M. and Frances D. (Wilson) Low.
Robert attended Nacogdoches High School where he proudly played football for the Dragons until he graduated in 1975. He married his high school sweetheart and fellow alumnus, Nancy Jill Beasley, who preceded him in death in 2009. He received his Bachelor of Art Degree in History & Political Science from North Texas State University in 1985. He continued his education, receiving his Master in Education (1998) and his Doctorate in Education (2003) degrees from Stephen F. Austin State University. Robert devoted himself to teaching high school in Jacksonville, Texas, and in Arkansas, where he will be especially missed by the students and staff of Hot Springs High School. He was honored to teach and mentor gifted students at Arkansas Governor’s School in Conway, Arkansas. In spite of his relocation to Arkansas, Robert remained an outspoken, devoted Dallas Cowboys Fan.
Robert is survived by two sons, Joshua Low and wife Jessica, and Matthew Low and wife Kristin; two beautiful grandchildren Aubrey Jill Low and Logan Cornelius Low; mother, Frances Low; sisters, Regina D. Low, Cassandra Low Ellis and husband Neuman; brother, Pete Low and wife Robbie; beloved fiancée, Terri Taylor; several loving nieces and nephews and numerous friends. Robert was also preceded in death by his father, Gene M. Low.
Friends and family are invited to a memorial service to be held at 7p.m., Friday, February 22, 2013, at Apostolic Light House Church, located at 1801 Durst Street, Nacogdoches, Texas. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Blvd, Tyler, TX 75701.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Visitation for Patsy Jane Pugh, 60, of Marshall, will be held at Downs Funeral Home in Marshall, Monday, Feb. 18, with a private burial to be held at a later date. Pugh died Friday, Feb. 15.
Patsy Jane Griffing Pugh was born Nov. 28, 1952, in Marshall, Texas to Vencel Griffing and James Ramsey. She attended school in Elysian Fields and graduated from Elysian Fields High School. She furthered her education by receiving a nursing degree in Marshall, an associate degree from University of Phoenix, and by taking courses at ETBU and H&R Block. She prepared taxes for several years and worked as a nurse in the 80s and 90s. Pugh was elected to serve as Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. 1, in 1989. She served two full terms later served-out other terms for different judges. Pugh was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church, which stood on land donated by her grandparents. Patsy married Ronald Pugh on Dec. 3, 1976 in Marshall. They celebrated 36 years of marriage before her death.
Those left to cherish her memory, her widower, Ronald, of Marshall; daughters, Samatha Donald, of Hallsville, and Reva Morgan, of Andrews; sisters, Jean Hillin, of Marshall, and Jo Ann McCarty, of Hallsville; brother, Johnny Ramsey, of Marshall; grandchildren, Kathryn Smith, Kaylee Smith, and Kolton Smith, all of Hallsville, and Brinley Morgan of Andrews.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Crystal Parker, and her parents.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the building fund at Crossroads Baptist Church in her memory.
02/18/2013
Funeral service for John Cohron Bush, Sr., will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, February 20, 2013, at Corinth Missionary Baptist Church, Timpson, with Rev. Dock Lazarine and Rev. Carroll Jones officiating. Interment will follow in Corinth Cemetery. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Tuesday, February 19, 2013, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson.
John Cohron Bush, Sr., was born Jan 8, 1916 in the Corinth Community near Timpson, to George Thomas Bush and Allie Eakin Bush and died February 16, 2013 in Carthage, Texas.
He was a lifelong teacher and administrator in the Texas School System, member of Corinth Missionary Baptist Church, and a life member of Timpson Masonic Lodge #437. Cohron “Twister” enjoyed fishing and made an annual fishing trip to Lake Ouachita for over 50 years.
He was preceded in death by his wife who was the love of his life, Lura Doris Heaton Bush, his parents, 3 sisters: Rachel Bush Tinkle & husband Henry, Mozelle Bush Dennard & husband Curtis, Lucille Bush Johnson & husband Clifford and one brother: Haley Bush and wife Fern.
He is survived by his children: Beth Bush Tipton & husband Harvey, Sandra Bush Brownlow & husband Keith, John C. Bush, Jr. and wife Angela, Thomas M. Bush and wife, Annette; 13 grandchildren: Shane Tipton and wife Tina, Marty Tipton, Lisa Crump Garrett and husband Brad, Todd Bush and wife Cindy, Mark Crump and wife Karen, Tim Bush and wife Janelle, Dondi Tipton and wife Donna, Trevin Bush and wife Janice, Darren Bush, Sean Bush and wife Sondra, Kevin Bush, Courtney Bush Workman and husband Matt and Heath Bush and wife Katie, 30 great grandchildren, and 9 great-great grandchildren.
To register online please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
Lee Edward Kelley went to Eternal Rest on February 10, 2013. He was born on June 13, 1939, as the first born of the late Bertha Garrett and Astoria Kelley. His early childhood was spent in Center, Texas with his maternal grandparents, the late Sallie Ann and Edgar Garrett until graduation from Daniels High with a basketball scholarship to Harris Jr. College in Meridian, Mississippi. Early in his adult life he lived in Lufkin, Texas before moving to Houston where he worked many years before retirement. Later in life he became a member of Pinegrove Church of God in Christ and worked in the church until his health failed him.
Lee Edward Kelley was married to Maxine who took care of him with love in the years of his failing health. No children were born to this union but they both had children of their own. He leaves to cherish his memories a daughter, Linda and a son, Craig, along with his grandchildren and Maxine’s grandchildren that they raised from babies, Walter and Abriana, after the death of their mother. His two sisters, Margie and Annie Pearl will miss their brother. An Aunt, Hazel Brown, who seemed like a sister to him and many other relatives and friends will miss this patient and caring man. Services were held in Houston at the church mentioned above at 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 14 under the services of O.Wiley Mortuary of Houston, Texas.
02/15/2013
Kent “Hot Rod” Adkinson, 49, of Center, passed away Friday, February 15, 2013. He was born September 17, 1963 in Quanah to Willie K Adkinson and Velma Lorene McIntyre Adkinson.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Cookies Fitzgerald officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Center.
Pallbearers will be Robert Phillips, Gene Phillips, Steve Phillips, Charlie Smith, Johnny Brittain and Shelton Martin. Honorary pallbearers will be the Tyson Feed Truck Drivers of the Nacogdoches Complex.
He is survived by
Wife: Faye “Cissy” Adkinson of Center
Sons:
Marcus Adkinson and wife, Stacy of Center
Michael Wayne Adkinson of Center
Justin Dakota Adkinson of Center
Daughter: Heather Lynn Adkinson of Center
Special sons:
Brian Horton
Jorge Martinez
Grandchildren:
Kolton Adkinson, Cody Adkinson, Karson Adkinson, Bailey Miller, Heath Hughes, Kynlee Adkinson, Bella Adkinson, Keithan Horton, Kage Horton
Brother: Willie Adkinson of Hemphill
Sisters:
Betty Joyce Ferguson of Garrison
Etta Jane Ferguson of Nacogdoches
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
Preceded in death by his
Parents: Willie K Adkinson and Velma Lorene McIntyre Adkinson
Grandparents
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Sudie Marie Jordan, 55, of Trinity, passed away Thursday, February 14, 2013 in Huntsville. She was born June 5, 1957 in Center to J.D. Spurlock and Wanda Sue Gibbs Spurlock.
Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
She is survived by
Husband: Don Jordan of Trinity
Son:
Kenneth Odom of Vidor
Keith Odom and wife, Stephanie Herrera of Woodville
Daughters:
Ashley Pettus of Longview
Koutness Odom of Dallas
Stepsons:
Kenneth Jordan and wife, Cassondra of Huxley
Brandon Jordan and wife, Tara of Center
Grandchildren:
Alyssa Odom, Kaleb Odom, Logan Anielewski, Mackenzie Shelton and husband, Kyle, Jake Jordan, Kolby Jordan, Kason Jordan, Bo Jordan and Michael Hancock
Great Grandchildren:
Noah Shelton
Tucker Shelton
Brothers:
Kenny Spurlock of Tenaha
Jerry Spurlock of Booksville, Tennessee
Preceded in death by
Father: J.D. Spurlock
Mother: Wanda Sue Hoover
Daughters: Kimberly Odom and Kristy Odom
Brothers: Edward Spurlock and David Spurlock
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
02/14/2013
Mildred Johnson Bucklew, age 65, passed from this life on Wednesday morning, February 13, 2013 in Nacogdoches.
Mildred was born to Gene and Sadie (Terry) Johnson in San Augustine April 8, 1947. Mildred was Secretary for the San Augustine County Judge, then was Secretary for the District Judge. After leaving there she was Legal Secretary for Macon Strutters.
Funeral Services will be Held Friday, February 15, 2013, 2:00 P.M.,Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel with Bro. Doyle Jones officiating. Burial will follow in the Liberty Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, February 14, 2013, 5:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M.
She is survived by her husband James E. Bucklew, Jr. of San Augustine; brother Terry Johnson and wife Joanna of San Augustine; mother-in-law Lillie Bucklew of San Augustine; sister-in-law Wanda Johnson of San Augustine; nieces and nephews Abby Johnson, Perry Gene Johnson and wife Linda, Connie Woods and husband Ricky, Christy Hedge, Debbie Harrison, Cory Harrison, Jamie Sue.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Harold Gene Johnson
Continual obituary and online condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
Mary Landon Bailey, age 96, of San Augustine, passed from this life early Thursday morning, February 14, 2013, in San Augustine.
Mary was born on September 5, 1916, to Mary (Gatling) Blount and Lamar Blount in San Augustine, Texas. She was am Educator. and a member of the Christ Episcopal Church in San Augustine.
Cremation was chosen and Memorial Services are being planned at a later date by the family of whom survive her; Her Daughter, Barbara and her husband, Louis Runnels of San Augustine; Granddaughters, Mary Bailey Mehta and her husband, David K. of Penascola, Florida, and Ann Bailey Gonzales if the The Woodlands, and her nephew, Louis J. Wortham.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Doyle Esco Bailey; sister, Annie Mae Blount Wortham and brother-in-law, Louis J. Wortham .
Continual online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
Ida Bell Mixon was born February 28, 1926, in San Augustine County, Texas to the late Robert Washington Lacy and Leona Eliza (Sowell) Lacy. She entered into rest in Nacogdoches, Texas on February 9, 2013.
Mrs. Mixon was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in San Augustine. For 42 years she taught school in Broaddus, Texas.
She is survived by her granddaughters, Jodie Goff and husband Joe of San Augustine, and Jamie Smith of Columbus, Ohio; great-grandson Jacob Goff; and sister Charlsie Nygard of Bay City; along with numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, H.W. (John) Mixon; daughter and son-in-law, Jo Karen and Elzie Smith; sisters Lillie Pike, Isabel Fort, Leona Henly; and brothers, George Lacy, Martin Lacy, Columbus Lacy, Elmer (Larry) Lacy and Johnny Lacy.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 13, 2013, 2:00 p.m., Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with Bro. Hugh Mixon officiating. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday until service time. Burial will be in the Runnels Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas.
Continual online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
Ida Ruth McDaniel Lee, 61 of Joaquin passed away Sunday, February 10, 2013 at Panol Rehab in Carthage, Texas.
Visitation will be held Friday, February 15, 2013 from 6pm to 8 pm at Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Joaquin, Texas. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 1pm at Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Joaquin with Rev. Joe Garrett to officiate. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Logansport, LA.
She is survived by:
Brothers:
Lonnie D. McDanield of Joaquin, Texas
Lonnie G. McDaniel of Carthage, Texas
James Earl McDaniel of Carthage, Texas
Lester Earl McDaniel of Joaquin, Texas
Sisters:
Sandra Kay Harper of Joaquin, Texas
Belinda Kay McDaniel of Joaquin, Texas
Granddaughter: Quadriana McDaniel (Kewtie)
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
Harlan E. Riley, 86, of Center, passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.
Services will be 4:00 p.m. Saturday, February 16, 2013 at St. Therese Catholic Church with Father Jose Vidarteofficiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Friday, February 15, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home with rosary to follow at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel.
He was born March 14, 1926 in Gibbon, Nebraska to George and Mable (Jackson) Riley. He served in the US Navy during WWII for several years. After the war during the late 40’s Mr. Riley went home to Nebraska and bought an Indian Motorcycle and rode it all the way back to the Port Arthur, Texas area. Mr. Riley was one of the founding member of the St. Therese Catholic Church. He was an engineer for KDET for 63 years and he helped to broadcast the first Sunday Singings for many years by driving and operating transmitter truck. Mr. Riley owned and operated Texas Electronics and Sentry Signal Alarm for many years in the Center area. He was a member of the Local VFW Post #8904.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, George and Mable Riley and Brother, Kenneth Riley.
He is survived by:
Wife of 63 years:
Marion Riley of Center
2 Daughters:
Jeanie Suhor & husband, Al of Nacogdoches
Janet Adams & husband, Jerry of Center
Grandchildren:
Jason Adams of Shreveport
Jeremy Adams of Center
Brendan Suhor & wife, Carolyn of Lufkin
Bonnie Suhor of Houston
Sister:
Ruth Elaine Sigler of Kearney, Nebraska
Sister-in-law:
Doris Nation of Greenwood, LA
Brother-in-law:
Joe Mitchell of Longmont, Colorado
Brother-in-law:
Curtis Mitchell & wife, Marie of Orange
Pallbearers:
Al Suhor, Brendan Suhor, Jerry Adams, David Adams, John Koltonski & Tracy Broadway
In lieu flowers, family request that donations be made to St. Therese Catholic Church Building Fund, 717 FM 2974 Center, Texas 75935
You may sign the online registry book atwww.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
02/13/2013
Carlton Cole, 49, of Long Branch, passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2013 in Longview. He was born June 6, 1963 in Houston to Johnny Carlton Cole and Betty Ann Keating Cole. He was a member of McClelland Community Church.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, February 15, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 16, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Chris Collins and Bro. Ronnie Sowell officiating. Interment will follow at McClelland Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Pallbearers will be Bob Muhs, Les Perkins, Chase Ashby, Ben Brittain, Kaleb James, Chad Carnes, Roger Putman and Joey Jernigan.
He is survived by
Wife: Pam Cole of Long Branch
Daughters:
Jodi Mullins and husband, Jonathan of Timpson
Haley Dillon and husband, Kirk of Timpson
Kristy Carnes and husband, Chad of Lufkin
Alissa James of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Austin Anderson, Katelyn Anderson, Ashby Carnes, Rayvnn Carnes, Gunner Carnes, Kaleb James, Kelsey James, Paytin Dillon, Megan Dillon, Liam Dillon, Jorja Mullins and Jhett Mullins
Sisters:
Denise Selman and husband, Terry of Athens
Jeana Gaston and husband, Tony of Henderson
A number of nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Johnny Carlton Cole and Betty Ann Keating
Son: Cole Carswell
Memorial donations may be made in Mr. Cole’s name to Beacon Hospice at Margaret’s House, 5016 Gilmer Road, Longview, Texas 75604.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
02/12/2013
Rosa Laverne Andrews, 85 of Center, passed away Monday, February 11, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, February 14, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Sam Wheeler officiating. Burial will follow at Sardis Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 13, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born November 17, 1927 in Shelby County to Jim and Ida (Powell) Hughes. She is member of Center Christian Church. She retired from Brookshire Brothers where she was a manager and checker for many years.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Jim & Ida Hughes, Husband, Delton “Andy” Andrews, Great Granddaughter, Lacie Cooper and Grandson-in-law, Louie Cooper.
She is survived by:
6 Children:
Tommy Andrews of Alvin
Linda Sue Killen of Center
Sandra Jackson of Center
Jimmy Andrews & wife, Shirley of Center
Lisa Kennon & husband, Bobby of Center
Brenda “Peanut” Russell & husband, Don of Center
Grandchildren:
April Andrews; Jamie Killen & wife, Miranda; Brandi Killen; Erik Killen & wife, Rene; Shanna Atchison & husband, Bobby; Kevin Jackson & wife, Laura; Robin Russell; Cristy Glaze; Courtney Glaze; Derek Russell & wife, Katie; Amanda Russell & Christy Kennon
Great Grandchildren:
Rori Andrews, Dakota Killen, Hunter & Brooklyn Killen, Shelby & Alex Russell, Megan & Tyler Jackson, Keilan Jackson, Brady & Raylee Atchison, Macayla Williford & Lainee Cooper
Great Great Grandchildren: Ali Lane and Hunter Jackson
2 Brothers:
James Hughes & wife, Blanche of Baytown
Glenn Hughes & wife, Beverly of Wyoming
2 Sisters:
Melba Trahan & husband, Beldon of Orange
Patsy Coleman
Pallbearers:
Derek Russell, Kevin Jackson, Bobby Atchison, Jamie Killen, Erik Killen, Cade Eberenz & Landon Vidrine
Honorary Pallbearers: Bobby Kennon, Ray Jackson & Don Russell
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
02/10/2013
Robert O. Reeves, 82, of Tenaha, passed away Friday, February 8, 2013 at Shelby Regional Medical Center in Center. He was born September 20, 1930 to John M. Reeves and Willie Crowson Reeves. Mr. Reeves served in the United States Navy.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, February 10, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 11, 2013 at Enterprise Cemetery in Shelby County with Bro. Harold Hanson officiating.
He is survived by
Wife: Jean Reeves of Tenaha
Daughter: Robbie Wheeler and husband, Douglas of Center
Son: Toby A. Reeves and wife, Ja of San Augustine
Step Children:
Jena Fuller and husband, Steven of Center
Debra DiVerdi and husband, Derek of Center
Donnie Parker of Orange
Clint Parker of Orange
Grandson: Matthew Burns and wife, Jill of Euless
Great Grandson: Luke Burns
Seven Step Grandchildren
Three Step Great Grandchildren
Sister: Mineola Harvey of Baytown
Numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by
Wife: Geneva Everett Reeves
One Sister
Numerous Brothers
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mr. Reeves’ name to Enterprise Cemetery Fund, 3001 N. Winfree, Dayton, Texas 77535.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
John Earl Harwell, 92, of Tyler, Texas passed away on February 8, 2013 after a lengthy illness.
A graveside service will be held on Sunday, February 10, 2013, at 3:00 p.m. at Oaklawn Memorial Park, Center, Texas. His nephew, Jeff C. Caid will speak at the graveside service. Arrangements are being handled by Watson & Sons Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
John Earl was born in Bogalusa, Louisiana, on August 5, 1920. He graduated from Bogalusa High School and continued on to receive a Doctor of Education Degree from the University of Mississippi.
John Earl was married to Helon Marie Baldwin on August 23, 1953. They were married for 59 years.
He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1942 to 1946. He retired from Nicholls State University, Thibodaux Louisiana, in 1985, after 18 years as Professor of Psychology.
Dr. Harwell is survived by his wife, Helon, his sister in law, Fannie Caid, nieces and nephews: Lanelle and Joseph Picarella, Jeff and Cindy Caid of Tyler, Jean Cole of Duluth, Georgia, Chauncey Young, Jr., J.D. Smith, Terry Harwell, Kerry Earl Harwell, Cheryl Ann Harwell, and many great nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Blvd., Tyler, TX 75701.
The family would like to thank the individuals on staff at Hamptons Plus Care for the loving care provided to “Mr. John” for the past seven years.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
02/08/2013
Cleo Coe, 84, of Shreveport, Louisiana passed away Friday, February 8, 2013 at Promise Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was born August 7, 1928 in Joaquin, Texas to John Jefferson Hooper and Nora Russell Hooper. She was a member of Westwood Christian Church in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 10, 2013 at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley, Texas with Bro. Gary Roswell officiating.
She is survived by
Daughter: Kathy Rockett and husband, Roc of Benton, Louisiana
Brother: Glynn Hooper and wife, Nell of Shreveport, Louisiana
Granddaughter: Patti Cobbs of McKinney, Texas
Grandsons:
Jeff Cobbs of Carrollton, Texas
Brian Goss of Carrollton, Texas
Great Grandchildren:
Amanda, Kevin, Kyle, Kody and Jayme
Preceded in death by
Parents: John Jefferson Hooper and Nora Russell Hooper
Husband: Hollis G Coe
Ten Siblings
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Katherine Smith Goings, 79, formerly of Center passed away February 5, 2013 in Fort Worth, Texas. She was born June 11, 1933 in Nacogdoches to Joe & Verna Nettles.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a son.
She is survived by:
Daughter: Rhonda McElhaney and husband, Ray of Fort Worth
Son: Perry Smith of Houston
Grandchildren:
Stacey Smith Cummings and husband, T.J. of Timpson
NaShae Menefee Tuomey and husband, Ryan of Fort Worth
Barry Wayne Smith of New Mexico
Great Grandchildren:
Levi Cummings
Karolina Cummings
Brother:
C.W. (Buddy) Nettles of Nacogdoches
A memorial service will be held with interment at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
02/07/2013
Doyle “Buzz” McDonald, 74, of the Paxton Community, passed away, Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at Nacogdoches Medical Center.
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 9, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Chris Collins officiating. Graveside service will follow at 2:00 p.m. Swearingen Cemetery in Tyler County with military honors under the direction of Fort Polk US Army Base. Visitation will be Friday, February 8, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
Buzz was born February 11, 1938 in Nederland to Jake Edward Carson McDonald and Elma Frances (Campbell) McDonald. He served in the US Army from 1956 and honorably discharged in 1958. He was a pipefitter in the Pipefitters Union, Local 195 where he retired after 30 years of service and was also a member of the union for 40 years. He was of the Church of Christ faith.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Jake & Elma McDonald, Infant Son, Kevin McDonald, Brother, Harold Edward McDonald and Sister, Bobbie Jean Laughlin.
He is survived by:
Wife:
Olga “Ollie” McDonald of the Paxton Community
Son:
Benton McDonald & wife, Penny of Silsbee
Corky McDonald & wife, Nancy of Silsbee
Grandchildren:
Kati Bean, Misty Richardson & Kevin McDonald
Jacob McDonald
Great Grandchildren:
Brayli & Karson Bean
Mylee & Carter Richardson
Kamberlyn McDonald
Brother:
Raymond McDonald & wife, Susan of Silsbee
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
Vernon Ray Hairgrove, age 84, of Splendora, Texas, passed away Tuesday, February 05, 2013 at his home. He was born August 05, 1928 in Timpson, Texas. Vernon Ray Hairgrove was the son of the late Mark C. and Lizzie B. (Rhodes) Hairgrove; he was also preceded in death by his first wife Zona Hairgrove; three brothers Marcus Hairgrove, Linvelle Hairgrove and Claude D. Hairgrove; his brother-in-law Jimmy Bailey; and his sister-in-law Mabel Hairgrove.
Vernon was a graduate of Timpson High School and a member of Buena Vista Baptist Church in Timpson, Texas. During his younger years, Vernon helped on the dairy farm near Timpson. On October 06, 1954, he joined the U.S. Army. After the service, he then moved to Houston; he worked for several companies to finally retire in 1998 from Hines. He and his wife Frances enjoyed hunting together.
He leaves his memories to his loving Frances Hairgrove; two daughters Kathy Rougeau and husband Paul, Hazel Sullivan; seven grandchildren Clarence Campbell III, Hannah Rougeau, Aaron Rougeau, Shellie Stickle, Jody Campbell, Christy Grantom, Ashlee Evans; thirteen great-grandchildren; sister Betty Fay Bailey of Center, Texas; sister-in-law Frances Ann Hairgrove of Pasadena, Texas; nephew Ted Hairgrove and wife Loretta of Timpson, Texas; niece Kristy Smitha; numerous nieces and other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held Thursday, February 07, 2013, 5:00-9:00 p.m. at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland, Texas. Bro. Raymon Farley will preside over graveside services will be held Friday, February 08, 2013, 1:00 p.m. at Buena Vista Cemetery, Buena Vista, Texas. Pallbearers include O.W. Williams, Jasen Makar, Carl Smitha, Ted Hairgrove, Paul Rougeau, David Ferguson, and Kristy Smitha; honorary pallbearers include Aaron Rougeau and Clarence Campbell III.
Ashley Nicole Fountain, age 6 of Crosby, went to be with the Lord on February 5, 2013 with her loving family by her side. Ashley was born in Baytown, TX on August 20, 2006, daughter of Jason Andrew and Catherine Dickey Fountain. She was a bright and beautiful child and loved playing with her Barbies. She adored animals and her raggedy bear as well as wearing dresses. She will be missed by all.
Ashley leaves behind to cherish her memories, her parents, brothers; Fred Robinson, Jonathon Robinson, paternal grandparents; James and Diane Fountain of Joaquin, TX, maternal grandparents; Lelton and Linda Dickey of Houston, TX, great-grandmothers; Elaine Watson of Center, TX, Ruth Akridge of Center, TX and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Services for Ashley Nicole Fountain will be Friday, February 8, 2013 at 2 p.m. at Sterling-White Funeral Home, 11011 Crosby Lynchburg Road, Highlands, TX. Visitation will be held two hours prior to the service from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held at Old Salem Cemetery on FM 711 near Center, TX on Saturday, February 9, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the UMDF.org in Ashley’s memory.
Condolences can be made online at www.sterlingwhite.com
Mr. Larry Glen Meador, age 57, of Etoile passed away suddenly Tuesday, February 5, 2013, in Angelina County.
He was born September 26, 1955, in Nacogdoches as the youngest of six children of Charles J. and Gwen Layton Meador. Larry had been a lifelong resident of the area and worked in the timber industry with Meador Logging as well as other contractors.
Larry enjoyed the outdoor life as an avid hunter and fisherman. His family was very special to him and he enjoyed fun times with family and friends. Uncle Larry will be greatly missed by all.
His survivors include brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles W. and Marsha Meador and Jerry L. and Tracey Meador, all of Melrose; sisters and brothers-in-law, Carolyn and Lane Cox of Woden and Marvis and Gary Johnson of Nacogdoches; the love of his life, Cyndi Hopson and her grandson, Chase Hopson of Huntington; aunts and uncles, Charlsie Burnaman of Chireno, Nelda and Ken Rupert of Etoile, Bonnie Mae Clark of Crosby, Harold Donald “Don” and Judy Layton of Elgin, and Grady Wayne Layton of Woden; ten nieces and nephews; and 22 great-nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Deannie Meador; nephews, Matthew Steven Meador and Michael Lane Cox; uncles, Loith H. Burnaman and Gradys Eugene Layton; and grandparents, Gradys W. and Elsie Mae Layton and Charlie C. and Vivian Meador.
Funeral services have been set for 2:30 p.m. Saturday, February 9, 2013, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel, located at 5400 North Street, Nacogdoches, with Bro. Glenn D. Morton officiating. Interment will follow at Blue Springs Cemetery, located on FM 226 South in Etoile.
Visitation will be held Friday, February 8, from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel.
Services are under the direction of T.A. Lane & Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, located at 5400 North Street in Nacogdoches. Online memories and condolences may be offered at www.casonmonk-metcalf.com.
2/05/2013
Doyle Franklin Ramsey, 81, of Timpson, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at his residence. He was born February 13, 1931 in Shelby County to Ervin Frank Ramsey and Mary Lee Hughes Ramsey. Mr. Ramsey served in the United States Army from 1954 until 1956, including active duty in the Korean War. He was a member of Good Hope Baptist Church in Timpson.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 7, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Ronnie Sowell and Bro. Travis Lee officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Center.
Pallbearers will be Mr. Ramsey’s grandsons: Casey Milford, Roscoe McSwain Jr., Cole Milford, Keaton Bush, Colton McSwain, Ben Ramsey, Cecil McSwain, Cory Bradshaw, Roscoe McSwain, Kyle Bush and Doug Milford Jr. Honorary Pallbearers will be Fred Hilton Hooper, J.C. McSwain, John Henry Holloway, Jesse Jones, Chaylon Mackey and Bruce Samford.
He is survived by
Wife: Imogene Ramsey of Timpson
Son: Rocky Bradshaw and wife, Denise of Carthage
Daughters:
Connie McSwain of Timpson
Carla Bush and husband, Kyle of Timpson
Grandchildren:
Ben Ramsey, Christy Ransom, Cory Bradshaw, Brandi Lee, Brandon Folsom, Brittney Burran, Cecil McSwain, Casey Milford, Ashton Askew, Roscoe McSwain Jr., Cole Milford, Colton McSwain, Kaylie Bush, Keaton Bush
Twelve Great Grandchildren
Brother: Billy Gene Ramsey and wife, Quida of Center
A number of nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Ervin Frank Ramsey and Mary Lee Hughes Ramsey
Son: Robert Ramsey
Granddaughter: Kylie Bush
Brothers: Pete Ramsey and Glen Ramsey
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Jeff Moore, 53, of Tenaha, passed away Monday, February 4, 2013 in Carthage. He was born April 14, 1959 in Center to Floyd Moore and Helen Smith Moore.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, February 7, 2013 at St. Therese Catholic Church. Interment will follow at New Prospect Cemetery in Shelby County.
Pallbearers will be Troy Keele, Tommy McMahon, Robert Killy, Randy Soape, James Cornett and Shane Metcalf. Honorary pallbearers will be Paul Moore and Steve Moore.
He is survived by
Wife: Judy Moore of Tenaha
Sons:
Jeffrey Moore and wife, Ramona of Amarillo
Adam Moore and wife, Sarah of Nacogdoches
Step Grandchildren:
Brianna Weaver of Amarillo
Hunter Weaver of Amarillo
Brothers:
Steve Moore and wife, Glenda of Oakhurst
John Moore and wife, Kerry of Las Vegas, Nevada
Paul Moore and wife, Jackie of Manville
Sisters:
Mimsy Spells of Shreveport, Louisiana
Patty Livingston and husband, Jimmy of Panola
Numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by
Parents: Floyd Moore and Helen Smith Moore
Brother: Joey Moore
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Glenda Spann Bennett, age 67 of the Neuville Community, Center, Texas, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, February 04, 2013, after a brief illness.
Services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 7, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Neuville Cemetery, Shelby County. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 6, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
Glenda was born April 10, 1945 in the Neuville Community, Shelby County, Texas to parents William Robert (Jack) Spann & Julia Bell Mask Spann. She retired from Green Acres Nursing Home after twenty years of service.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Jack & Julia Spann, Three Sisters, LaVerne Sipple, LaVerne Spann Payne and Betty Spann Newton, Brother, Pete Spann & One Sister-in-law, Rose Spann
She is survived by:
Husband of 44 years:
Ferrell Bennett of Center
4 Children:
Stuart Bennett & wife, Holly Marie of Center
Carmen Alyssa “Lisa” Coker & husband, Gary of Greatland, Texas
Brandon Bennett & wife, Cherry of Center
Alan Glynn Bennett of Center
6 Grandchildren:
Lucas Alan Coker & Alyssa Beth Coker of Greatland, Texas
Dustin Brandon Bennett, Emily Renee Bennett, Autumn Rose Bennett and Tae’lor Tianna Bennett all of Center
Step Grandchildren:
Richard, Kason, Makinlie of Broussard
Brother:
Charles William Spann of Center
Sister-in-law:
Connie Spann of Center
Numerous Nieces, Nephew, Cousins & Friends
Pallbearers:
Stuart Bennett, Brandon Bennett, Alan Bennett, Lucas Coker, Dustin Bennett, Chuck Spann & Gary Coker
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
2/04/2013
Joe E. Fields, 92, of Center, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2013 in Houston. He was born July 15, 1920 in the Sardis Community of Shelby County to W. D. Fields and Georgie Cooper Fields. Mr. Fields retired as a Major in the United States Army. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Center and the Golden Harvest Club. Mr. Fields also enjoyed singing in local nursing homes.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 7, 2013 at First Baptist Church in Center with Rev. Michael Hale and Rev. Harold Hanson officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Lonnie Belrose, Burton Brown, W.A. Moore, Larry Ballard, Elbert Beckham and John Bender.
He is survived by
Wife: Neva Fields of Center
Son: Steve Fields of Denver, Colorado
Step Sons:
Dan Hodge and wife, Rhonda of Center
Rodney Kaliszewski of Houston
Greg Kaliszewski of Houston
Step Daughter: Jane Guice and husband, Terry of Laramie, Wyoming
Grandchildren:
Emily Fields
Bryan Guice
Greg Guice
Maria Harrington
Angela Hodge
Three Great Grandchildren
Brother: Jack Fields and wife, Clara of Houston
First Cousin: Zannie Gay Belrose of Center
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
Preceded in death by:
Parents: Drury and Georgie Fields
Wife: Opal Fields
Wife: Madgelease Fields
Donations may be made to First Baptist Church’s Kitchen Remodel Fund, 117 Cora Street, Center, Texas 75935.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
A private family interment for Sam K. Todd, 85, of Timpson, TX, was held Saturday, February 2, 2013. Mr. Todd passed away Saturday morning, February 2, 2013, in Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, Shreveport, LA.
Born October 16, 1927, in Timpson, TX, Sam K. Todd was the son of the late John D. Todd and Venzulla Phillips Todd. He is survived by his wife Francis Louise Todd, 7 children, 17 grandchildren, and 17 great grandchildren. Mr. Todd was preceded in death by his parents, grandson John Todd, Jr., and 9 brothers and sisters.
Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, TX, was in charge of arrangements.
2/03/2013
Vickie Jan Bounds, 62, of Center, passed away Saturday, February 2, 2013 at her residence. She was born December 6, 1950 in Center to Hubert Burke Bounds and Margie Lee Jones Bounds. Miss Bounds was a service representative at AT&T in Longview for twenty-seven years and was a member of Mt. Pleasant Church of Christ.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday, February 3, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, February 4, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with David Baker officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Buster Bounds, Terry Allen, Scott Holder, Jeremiah Soape, Bobby Dean and Randy McLeroy. Honorary pallbearers will be Hunter Bradshaw and Joe McSwain.
She is survived by
Father: Hubert Burke Bounds of Center
Brother: Philip Bounds of Garland
Sisters:
Jama Holder of Richardson
Marsha Bounds of Center
Melonia Molloy of Timpson
Anita Long of Center
Nephews:
Scott Holder of Rowlett
Phil Bounds of San Antonio
Jeremiah Soape of Ft. Bragg, North Carolina
Isaiah Molloy of Timpson
Nieces:
Mishea Davis of Garland
Devin Tillotson of Center
Preceded in death by
Mother: Margie Jones Bounds
Nephew: Davis Tillotson
Memorial Donations may be made to:
Hospice of East Texas
4111 University Boulevard
Tyler, Texas 75701
The American Cancer Society
PO Box 22718
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123-1718
1-800-227-2345
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
2/02/2013
Jana Fulgham, 66, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, February 1, 2013.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. John Bender officiating. Burial will follow at Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 5, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born April 4, 1946 in Shelby County to Hugh and Adelle “Bodie” (Lout) Chambers. She graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1964 and attended Sam Houston State University. Jana was employed at Shelby Savings Bank where she has worked for almost 30 years and currently served as Vice President of New Accounts. She also wore many hats at Shelby Savings Bank and helped in many ways such as marketing, decorating, event planning, landscaping and gardening. She also helped coordinate weddings for friends. She was involved in work of the Republican Party and was member of the Shelby County Republican Club. Jana truly loved all animals and her home became the “drop off” place for many animals that just needed a home or a little love.
She is preceded in death by her Grandparents, Julius & Vercie Lout and her Parents, Hugh & Bodie Chambers.
She is by survived by:
Sister & Brother-in-law:
Vikki & David Fisher( Jana’s adopted brother) of Caseyville, Illinois
Nephew & Best Friend:
Shane Hooker of Shelbyville
Nephew:
Jonathan Fisher of Nashville
Aunt:
Billie Sue Chambers Bass of Hemphill
Numerous cousins, her family at Shelby Savings Bank & many friends
Pallbearers:
Will Lucas, Rick Campbell, John Snider, Ron Hendricks, Shad Lout, Paul Taylor & Woodie Jernigan
Honorary Pallbearers:
Hayden Snider, Chuck Bailey, Darrel McDaniel, Wesley Metcalf, Walt Baty, Calvin Cannon, Jackie Cannon, & Ed Johnson
If you would like to make a donation, please do so to any Animal Rescue of your choice in memory of Jana.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
2/01/2013
Clyda Mae (Ned) Ross passed away Friday, February 1, 2013 at The Hospice of East Texas in Tyler. She was born April 12, 1921 to the late Thomas Wesley Taylor and Bessie Lane Taylor of Joaquin. She was married to the late O’Brien Ross and lived most of her adult life in Center.
After the death of her husband, she worked at the Center Drug Store for a while and then opened her own café. Ned’s Place was known for all her great foods, especially the homemade pies. After she closed the café, she worked for Center Plywood until her retirement in 1987. In 1991, she retired to her lake house at Gary, Texas. She loved working in her yard during the day and making beautiful quilts at night. She moved to Jacksonville, Texas in 2006 to live with her sister, Mrs. Christine Bunn.
Visitation will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 4, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 4, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Vernon Lee and Bro. Gene Walker officiating. Graveside services will follow at Fairview Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Steve Gucker, Michael Gucker, Bill Stephen, Wade Arnold Fox, Charles Dillen and Buddy Hancock. Honorary pallbearers will be Gene Walker, McNeil Moore and Paul Ross.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two sons, Taylor Ross and Fisher O’Brien Ross and her sister, Syble Stephen.
She is survived by
Son: James Thomas Ross of Dallas
Daughter: Cynthia Ross Vermie and husband, John of Princeton
Granddaughters:
Asa Brien Huber and husband, Dennis of McKinney
Susannah Ross Romero and husband, J.W. of Carthage
Great Grandson: Joseph Taylor Romero
Great Granddaughter: Madison Romero of Carthage
Daughter-in-law: Twink Ross of Carthage
Sisters:
Christine Bunn of Jacksonville
Doris Gucker of Jacksonville
Nieces:
Sallie Bunn, Betty Kollen, Bess Dillen, Kathleen Fox Spiegelman, Nancy Fox Bolte, Linda Kaye Moore
Nephews: Bill Stephen, Steve Gucker, Wesley Gucker, Michael Gucker, Wade Fox
Special Friend: Connie Stark Nance of Tyler
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Boulevard, Tyler, Texas 75701.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Funeral service for Randy Lee Browne, 17, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, February 7, 2013, in the Family Life Center of Good Hope Baptist Church, Timpson, with Bro. Steve McFarland officiating. Interment will follow at 3:00 PM, Thursday, in Turner Cemtery, New Caney, TX. Visitation for family and friends will be 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Wednesday, February 6, 2013, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson. Randy passed away Friday, February 1, 2013, in Houston, TX.
Randy Lee Browne was born March 7, 1995, in Conroe, TX. He was a member of the Timpson High School Class of 2013. Randy loved his family, especially getting to be an uncle to his two nieces and nephew. He enjoyed going to wrestling matches and watching football and wrestling on television. He also received much enjoyment from “mudding” in his daddy’s jeep. Randy enjoyed life.
Survivors include his mother Paula Oliver and husband Keith of Timpson; father Mark Browne, Sr. and wife Dorothy of Splendora, TX; grandmother Mary Oliver of Diboll, TX; great grandmother Margie Lee Browne of Fairfield, TX; brothers: Mark “E.J.” Browne, Jr. of Nacogdoches, Andrew Browne of Timpson, and Tyler Hamilton of Splendora; sisters: Sgt. Amanda Day and husband Spc. David Day of the U. S. Army, Brittney Alleman and husband PO2nd Jeremy Alleman, U.S. Naval Reserve, of Orange, TX, Carrington “Alex” Oliver of Timpson, Mary Jo Oliver of Timpson, and Destiny Browne of Splendora; nieces: Jasmine Rose Day and Khristyna Kay Alleman; nephew Ronald Keith Lee Alleman; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Randy was preceded in death by grandparents: David andWanda Anderson, Pawpaw Charles Oliver, Pawpaw Lee Browne, and Vera Dill.
Donations may be made in the name of Randy Browne at Austin Bank, Timpson. To register online please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
Kedra Nicole Henson was born on December 29, 1989 in Center, Texas to Alvin and Ruth Henson. She united with Christ at Mt. Olive Baptist Church at an early age. Kedra attended school at Hemphill High in Hemphill TX, Class of 2009, Tyler Junior College, Angelina Community College and she was currently attending American University.
Kedra is preceded in death by her Grandfather Birt Bolton, Grandfather Dougan and Grandmother Evie Leaner Henson.
Kedra departed this life on Friday, January 25, 2013.
Kedra leaves to cherish her memories, one son Ja’Darion Brinson, Father Alvin Henson, Mother Ruth Henson, Grandmother Zelma Bolton, one Sister Dominique Henson all of Milam, TX; two Brothers Terrance Bolton of Ft. Worth, TX and Corey Parks of Nacogdoches, TX; Justin Brinson (Finance) Johnny and Sherry Brinson, Special son Jaylon Brinson, Special Brothers Johnny Jr. and Jeremy Brinson all of Huxley TX; Velma Duncan (Special Aunt) and Shirley Williams all of Milam TX; Mary Anthony (Kenny) of Roseville, CA; Uncle Stick (AKA Church Road dog) of Milam, TX; and a host of Uncles and Aunts.
Vistitations will begin Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 10:00am until 10:45am at New Hope Baptist Church, Milam, TX. Burial will be in Macedonia Cemetery, Hemphill, TX.
Services are under the directions of Sid Roberts Funeral Home, Nacogdoches, Texas
