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07/29/2015

George Allen Daily, 61, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on July 28, 2015, at his home.

Funeral services will be at 2:00p.m., Thursday, July 30, 2015, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Jack Comer of Circle Drive Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be preceding the service from 12:00p.m. to 2:00p.m.

Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on August 30, 1953, he was the son of W.T. Daily and Francis (Carr) Daily. Paw Paw loved fishing, watching T.V., and playing with his grandkids. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He will be greatly missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, James Edward Daily.

He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Laurel Daily; daughter Brandy Lang and husband Chris, of Tennessee; son, Shane Daily and wife Rebekah, of Bridge City; grandchildren, Graham and Eli Daily; brothers-in-law, Kenneth Hardy and wife Kathy, of Center, and Richard Hardy and wife, Cheryl, of Harleton; sister-in-law, Wylma Beckham and husband Delbert, of Center; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and other family.

Serving as pallbearers will be Kenneth Hardy, Delbert Beckham, Richard Hardy, Charlie Wells, David Poole, and Paul Johnson. Honorary pallbearers are Bill Torbett, Graham Daily, and Eli Daily.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to J.C. Walters, Jr. Transplant Center at Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation P.O. Box 4384 Houston, Texas 77210-4384.


07/27/2015

Branda Nell Milford, 67, of Timpson, Texas passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2015 in Houston, Texas. She was born in Center, Texas on June 22, 1948, the daughter of Albert Ritter and Eathel Langford Ritter. Funeral services for Branda will take place on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at 2:00 PM at Taylor Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Corinth Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday from 6:00-8:00 PM at Taylor Funeral Home.

Branda grew up in the Buncombe community in Panola County. She attended Gary High School where she was very active in basketball and track. Branda married Carroll Milford on July 23, 1968. She had many varied interests. Her family had raised horses for nearly 50 years. She also enjoyed fishing, hunting and going to “the boats”.

Branda is survived by her daughter, Tamie Yates; step-sons, Doug Milford and his wife, Shelby, Randy Milford and his wife, Lisa, Charles “Bojack” Milford and his wife, Stephanie and Terry Milford; grandchildren, Amanda Yates and Logan Yates; step grandchildren Cole, Casey, Dea, Doug, Kane, Kale, Mylee, Carolina, Randa, Brandy and Dana Jo; great-grandchildren Tanner, Layci Jo, Hope, Connor, Karson, Kutter and Kase; sisters Doris Ritter, Rene Davis and her husband, Billy Wayne; brothers Jimmy Ritter and his wife, Linda and Guy Ritter and his wife, Melba; sister-in-law Jan Ritter; nephews Joe Ritter, Jimmy Griffin and Brad Griffin; nieces Angela Bush, Annete Sharma, Anita Whitfill and Amelia Schoolcraft.

Branda was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Eathel Ritter; her husband Carroll Wayne Milford; mother and father-in-law Barnie and Monthielde Milford; nephew Thomas Carroll Griffin; brothers Landy Ritter, Berdette Ritter and Langford Ritter; sister-in-law Mary Lois Griffin and brother-in-law Lee Griffin.

Serving as pallbearers for Branda will be Joe Ritter, Tanner Murdock, Shawn Milford, Doug “Goob” Milford, Jimmy Griffin and Brad Griffin.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Sam Grabowski, Jack Coe, Steve Blayke , Odell Wiggins and Harmie Smith


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07/26/2015

Kay Williams Stewart, 54, of Center, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2015 at her home.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, July 27, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center Texas.

Ms. Stewart was born September 5, 1960 in Center to Charles L. Williams and Jackie A. Williams. She was of the Baptist faith and loved spending time with her grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Kevin L. Jones, Greg Frazier, Paul Frazier, Dewayne Crocker, Jon Davis, and Matt Williams.

She is survived by

Father:
Charles L Williams and wife Francis of Center

Children:
Gregory P. Frazier and Jackie, of Center
Britney Stewart of San Antonio

Special Cousin:
Sheila B. Jones & Husband Kevin of Center

Sisters:
Jan Brown
Kim Williams

Brothers:
Andy Williams of Center
Matt Williams of Center

Grandchildren:
Kimberleigh Frazier Calloway & husband Jeremy of Blair, TX
Caitlyn Basham of Center
Devon Wiley of Center
Dylan Calloway Center
Raylynn Kay Bounds of San Antonio
Danie’l Stewart
Marti Allen
Briley Jones
Abigail Jones
Carmen Brooks
Kacie Stewart

Great Grand Son Sawyer Calloway of Blair, OK

Numerous other nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Mother: Jackie Adams Williams
Son: Zackary Stewart
Grandparents: Fannie Jetton Adams and Clayter Adams

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Watson & Sons Funeral Home to help with final expenses.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com



07/25/2015

Suzanne Everett McAdams, 71, of Center, passed away Friday, July 24, 2015 in Nacogdoches.

Visitation will be Sunday July 26, from 12:00pm to 2:00 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, July 26, 2015 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Dr. Robert de Wolfe officiating.

Rohte Suzanne Everett McAdams was born July 22nd, 1944, in Nacogdoches, Texas, to Creed Edward Everett and Rohte Gene Yarbrough Everett. She spent her childhood years in Garrison, and was drum major at Garrison High School. She earned her Master’s Degree from Stephen F. Austin and spent the majority of her career teaching in San Augustine. She was a loyal member of Beta Sigma Phi (Preceptor Upsilon), and made many dear friends through this organization. She once worked at the green houses at Texas A&M University, and carried on her hobby of gardening throughout her life. She valued her role as a mother, always being kind-hearted, and generous, above all else. She dearly loved her grandchildren, Frank, Jodi and Benji.

She is survived by

Children:
Laura Lucinda Blount
Benjamin and wife Laura Luna Blount
Jane Blount and Husband Rob Gasca

Grandchildren:
Frank Sebastion Schott
Jodi Neftali Blount
Benjamin Antonio Blount
Grayson Taylor Gasca
Carson Leigh Gasca

Brothers-in-law:
Billy Bob McAdams and wife, Lisa

Sister-in-law:
Claudine McAdams

Nephews:
Josh and wife Sharisse McAdams
Cole and wife Dana McAdams

Cousins:
Jania Ashby
Louis Bryan
Becky Kinzer
April Schatte

Lifelong friend:
Danny Jean Ballard

Preceded in death by
Husband: Kenneth R. McAdams
Brother: Kenneth Everett
Parents: Creed Edward Everett and Rohte Gene Yarbrough

Donations in Honor of Suzanne McAdams can be made to the St. John’s Episcopal Church in Center
P.O. Box 1026
Center, Tx 75935
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


Milton H. Cooper passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2015 in Tyler.Graveside services for Mr. Cooper, Sr., 83, of Tyler, will be held on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. at Oaklawn Memorial Park, 1554 State Highway 7 East, Center, TX.

He was born in rural Harris County, Texas on April 16, 1932. He was preceded in death by his father,Horace W. Cooper, and mother, Allene Cooper.

Milton proudly served in the Marine Corps during the Korean War. He was a member of the Sharon Shrine Temple in Tyler, Texas and was a mason for over 50 years.

Upon completion of a degree in education from the University of Houston in 1955, Milton began teaching sixth grade in Houston Independent School District. After sixteen years in the Houston Independent School District, he began his twenty-year career in the Spring Independent School District where he was the first principal of Bammel Middle School. He was a director, principal, and assistant superintendent in Spring ISD. Spring ISD’s 18th elementary school was named after Mr. Cooper.

Milton is survived by his wife of over 62 years, Anne Rodgers Cooper, and a legacy of his sister MaryJo Cooper of Houston, two sons and three granddaughters including son, Milton, Jr. and wife Carla, and granddaughter Katy of Houston; and son, Paul and wife Vickie, and granddaughters, Ashley andRachel of Tyler. In lieu of flowers, memorials in honor of Milton H. Cooper, may be made to the memorial of your choice.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.


07/24/2015

James Lee Choron, 62, of Moscow, Russia, passed away Thursday, July 23, 2015.

Memorial services are unknown at this time.

Jimmy Choron was born 4 December 1953 in Dallas, Texas and was lovingly reared and cared for by his parents, J. Wilton and Grace Choron. He graduated from Center in 1973. In 1995 he moved to Russia after accepting a job offer from Kodak where he continued to live and participate in a variety of opportunities.

He is survived by:
Mother: Grace Choron of Center.

Wife of 17 years: Violetta Berezina of Moscow, Russia.

Son : Erik Choron and wife, Valerie, of Copperas Cove

Daughters:
Megan Henderson, of Diboll
Heather Munding and husband Steven, of Killeen

7 Grandchildren

Preceded in death by: Father, J. Wilton Choron of Center

In lieu of flowers, make donations to your local church and be encouraged to find peace within yourself.


07/23/2015

Billy Gene “Bill” Ramsey, 87, of Center, passed away Thursday, July 23, 2015 in Center.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 25, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Shelby County. A visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Billy Gene was born June 20, 1928, in Shelby County, Texas, to Frank Ramsey and Mary Lee Hughes Ramsey. He later moved to Houston, where he lived for 50 years, raised his family, worked as both a lineman and foreman at Houston Light and Power and served in various church and community roles. He retired after 36 years of service. In 2000, following his retirement, Billy Gene and Ouida moved back home to Shelby County, where they are active members of Hillcrest Baptist Church in Center.

He is survived by
Wife of 68 years: Ouida “Bunkin” Crawford Ramsey of Center

Sons:
Larry Ramsey and wife, Evelyn, of Hockley
Tommy Ramsey and wife, Terri, of Humble
Craig Ramsey and wife, Tracey, of Humble

Daughters:
Carol Ramsey Lowther and husband, Rick, of Mesa, Arizona
Kay Ramsey of Center

14 Grandchildren

14 Great-Grandchildren

Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: Frank Ramsey and Mary Lee Hughes Ramsey
Brothers: Byron Glen Ramsey, Doyle Ramsey, Buster Lee “Pete” Ramsey

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to:
Pleasant Grove Cemetery Association
c/o Jackie Grant
269 CR 1505
Center, Texas 75935

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


Dawn Bradley Lang, 72, of Garrison, was called to be with our Lord on July 16, 2015.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 24, 2015, at First United Methodist Church in Garrison with Bro. Rick Anderson officiating. Interment will follow at Bethel Cemetery in Appleby. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Dawn was born August 21, 1942 in Battle Creek, MI. She lived a life of service to her church, her family and to others in need. A faithful Christian, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend and active member of the community, Dawn committed her life to showing kindness to those around her. She worked as a nurse at Garrison Nursing Home, served as choir director at First Methodist Church in Garrison, was a member of the Timpson chapter of Eastern Star and served as Grand Matron of the Garrison chapter. Dawn had a lovely smile and uplifting personality that would always light up the room. All those who knew and loved Dawn know that the world is a lesser place as a result of her passing.

Preceded in death by her loving husband Charles Fred Lang. Her parents Rex Bradley and Jeanne Bradley

She is survived by her Brother Brent Bradley and his wife Tammy Bradley from Kelso Washington, Brother Bryce Bradley and his wife Leanna Bradley from Kelso Washington, Niece Jennifer Bradley and Nephews Jeff Bradley, Aaryn Bradley, Brent Bradley, Corey Bradley and Owen Bradley.

She is survived by her sons Tracey Lang and his wife Denise from Richmond Tx, David Lang, his wife Gina, Son Troy Lang and his wife, Jill, Granddaughter Brittany Lang, Grandson Myles Lang, Grandson Rian Lang, his wife Ashley, Granddaughters Cheyenne and Brooklynn from Alvin Tx, Christopher Lang, his wife Jacqueline and son Xander from Woodlands Tx, son Charles Lang Jr. from College Station Tx, Grandchildren Cameron and Susanne.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to:
Order of the Eastern Star – Garrison Chapter No. 192
231 N. “B” Avenue
Garrison, Texas 75946

Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison, Texas.


Funeral services for Mrs. Queen Esther Moore Garrett (81) of Center, Texas will be Saturday, July 25, 2015 at St Paul Baptist Church, (617 Hopkins Street, Center, Texas), 11:00am. Rev. Alvin Brinson will be officiating.

Mrs. Queen Esther Moore, Garrett was born on November 3, 1933 to the late Zebedee and Louisa Moore in Shelbyville, Texas

She united with the East Hamilton Baptist Church at an early age and was a faithful member until she left to be with the Lord on July 22, 2015. She believed in working for the Lord. She sang in the choir, was the director of the food committee, and diligently worked on the building fund committee.

She attended and graduated from the East Liberty School where she was a member of the basketball team.

She was retired from Bruce Hardwood Floors where she worked for over 19 years and made many friends.

She united in marriage to the late William Garrett on December 10, 1955 to the union two daughters were born. Pearl McLendon (A.L.) and Robbie Garrett both of Center. She leaves to cherish her memory five grandchildren: Rochelle (Aaron) Robinson, O’Bryan Land, Marlon (Jessica) Cartwright, Denise Garrett, and Asia Garrett. Two great-grandchildren Aiden Robinson and Allen Hutto. Six brothers: Mervin Gene, R.L, Robert, and Zebedee Jr. (Lula) Moore all of Center. Carl (Dazella) and Billy Earl (Peggy) Moore of Houston, Texas. One sister: Lou Byndom of Center, Texas. Three brother-in-laws: Sam (Judy), Lee Garrett of Tyler, Texas and AJ Garett of Beaumont. Sister-in-laws Mae Ella Moore of Shelbyville, Texas. Raised as special brothers: Tom Cartwright (Sandra) of Silsbee, Texas; James (Elizabeth) of Sacramento, Ca; Lem Cartwright of Center, and Sammy Garrett of Shelbyville. Special cousins including Minnie Brinson, Lola Chumbley, and Eloise “Doll” Johnson. She was preceding in death by brothers Lee Arvis, Ellis P., and Willie Earl Moore.

She leaves also to cherish her memory her pet cat “Bad Boy” and her dog “Boxer” along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Visitation will be Friday, July 24, 2015 at Hicks Chapel, (804 MLK Drive, Center, Texas), from the hours of 6:00pm-8:00pm.

Burial will be at Burton Field Cemetery in the East Hamilton Community

Repass will be at Park Pit (Mrs. Jessie Fountain’s) following the services.

Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary, 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas 75935


07/22/2015

Era Gilchrist, 97, Center, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at her residence.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, July 24, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 25, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Jack Manley and Rev. Ed McRae officiating. Interment will follow at Short Cemetery in Shelby County.

Ms. Gilchrist was born May 18, 1918, in Shelby County, to Robert L. Anding and Versie Collins Anding. She was a member of Order of the Eastern Star, Center Chapter No. 348, the Den Mother of the Cub Scouts and also a member of First Assembly of Church in Center.

She is survived by
Son: Dickie Gilchrist and wife, Eldora, of Center

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Husband: B.T. “Dick” Gilchrist
Parents: Robert L. Anding and Versie Collins Anding
Sisters: Apple Anding, Oveda Anding
Brother: Leroy Anding

Pallbearers will be Mark Ivey, Randolph Lout, John Monk and Floyd Wright.

A special thanks to East Texas Home Health and HeartsWay Hospice for their love and care.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


Bessie Lou Green, 82, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday May 31, 2015 in Nampa, Idaho.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday August 1, 2015 at the home of Danny & Cheryl Green. Her request was that family and friends gather and have a big Italian dinner in honor of her family. The family will have a private graveside service at a later date.

Bess was born March 15, 1933, in Port Arthur Texas to Anthony Campise and Opal Miller Campise. She later met Fred Green to whom she was married to for 61 years. She was an exceptional cook and homemaker.

She is survived by her children:

Danny Green and wife Cheryl of Shelbyville
Ron Green and wife Donna of Lafayette, Louisiana
Theresa Stem and husband, Bill of Nampa, Idaho

Sister:
Frances Strong of Orange, Texas

Brother:
Anthony Campise and wife Lyndell of Groves, Texas

10 Grandchildren:
16 Great-Grandchildren
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins

Preceded in death by:
Husband - Fred C. Green
Parents Anthony & Opal Campise
Daughter – Susan Green

Our home number is 936-368-2832 if you need directions.



Graveside services for Fannie Mae Caid, 93, of Tyler, will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2015 at 10:30 AM at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Rev. Pat Alvey and Rev. Carl Smith officiating, under the direction of Stewart Family Funeral Home.

Mrs. Caid passed away Monday, July 20, 2015 in Tyler.
She was born July 3, 1922 in Woods, Texas, to Aaron Frank Baldwin and Bernice Gibson Baldwin.

Fannie Mae was a member of Friendly Baptist Church of Tyler, Texas and a former member of First Baptist Church of Center, Texas. She graduated from Center High School in Center, Texas. She held the position of admittance clerk with East Jefferson General Hospital until she retired.

Fannie Mae was preceded in death by her father Aaron Frank Baldwin, her mother Bernice Gibson Baldwin, and her sister Helon Marie Harwell.

She is survived by her loving family including daughter, Lanelle Picarella and her husband Joe; son, Jeff C. Caid and his wife Cindy; grandsons, Aaron Picarella and Kip Picarella and his wife Alyssa; granddaughters, Jessica Carroll and her husband Jeffrey, Lisa Taylor and her husband Joe and Marissa Caid; four great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Jeff C. Caid, Joe Picarella, Aaron Picarella, Kip Picarella, Jeffrey Carroll, and Joe Taylor.

Visitation is scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 PM on Friday, July 24, 2015 at Stewart Family Funeral Home, 7525 Old Jacksonville Highway, in Tyler.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Alzheimer’s Alliance of Smith County, 211 Winchester Dr., Tyler, Texas 75701


07/20/2015

Karen Sue Haynes Reynolds, 59, of Center, passed away July 20, 2015 in Cushing.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 22, 2015, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 23, 2015, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Tim Perkins officiating. Interment will follow at Reynolds Cemetery in Shelby County.

Ms. Reynolds was born December 7, 1955, in Dennison, to Billy Ray Reynolds and Helen Jean Askew Reynolds. She loved watching cooking shows and caring for others, especially her family and her dogs. She was a member of Hurst Street Church of Christ.

She is survived by
Son: Christopher Reynolds and wife, Julia, of Nacogdoches

Grandson: Zander Reynolds of Nacogdoches

Sister: Brenda Yoachum of Garrison

Mother: Helen Jean Reynolds of Center

Brothers:
John Reynolds of Center
Michael Reynolds of Center

Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Father: Billy Ray Reynolds
Brother: Billy M. Reynolds

Pallbearers will be William Reynolds, Tristian Reynolds, Cameron Reynolds, Matthew Reynolds, Billy Yoachum and Larry Askew.

Memorial donations may be made to:American Diabetes Association P.O. Box 11454 Alexandria, VA 22312 1-800-DIABETES (800-342-2383)

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


A funeral service for Mr. Alex Joe “Jay” Travis, 89, of Beckville, will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2015, at Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home Chapel in Carthage. Officiating the service will be Bro. Jerry Phillips, Pastor Ray Holland, and Bro. Danny Dodson. Interment will follow in Shiloh Cemetery, Rusk County. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Mr. Travis passed away on Sunday afternoon, July 19, 2015, at his home in Beckville with his family by his side.

Alex Joe “Jay” Travis was born on June 26, 1926, in Ada, OK to the late Alvis and Martha Taylor Travis. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1947. During this time he met and married the love of his life, Zettie Mae Smith, on Sept. 1, 1945, in Center. He happily and lovingly provided for his family as a Fabricater Welder for Zachary and Brown & Root for many years until his retirement. They moved to Beckville in 1977, from Savoy, TX and were a member of the First Baptist Church of Beckville. Their pastor and pastor’s wife for many years, Bro. Jerry and Mrs. Banita, held a very special place in their hearts. Mr. Travis was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years and son, Tommie Joe “Jody” Travis.

Mr. Travis is survived by daughters, Brenda Wright and husband Robert of Beckville and Debbie Dodson and husband Danny of Center; sisters, Alyene Moyer, Ophelia Wheeler, and Floreta Oxley; brother, Floyd Travis; grandchildren, Kevin Johns and wife Cherrie of Beckville, Ricky Johns and wife Shona of Beckville, Randy Johns and wife Angel of Harleton, Angie Stone and husband Scott of Beckville, Craig Travis and wife Robin of Carthage, Jason Travis and wife Casey of Beckville, Raymond Dodson and wife Kim of Dallas, and Misty Dodson of Arlington; special adopted granddaughter, Mary Moore of Center; great-grandchildren, Brittany Mojica and husband Fidel of Beckville, Samantha, Sydney, Parker, and Savanah Johns of Beckville, Gunner Smith of Harleton, Sawyer Johns of Harleton, Alyssa Garcia and husband Adrian of Beckville, Dustin Travis of The Colony, Kaleb Travis of Carthage, Leah and Sienna Stone of Denton, Chelsea Taylor and husband Josh of Carthage, Ben, AJ, and Tucker Travis of Beckville, and Nicholas and Brandon Dodson of Center; special adopted great-grandchildren, Brylie and Grayson of Center; great-great-grandchildren, Jordan and Jayden Mojica of Beckville, Addison Marie and Alivia Mae Garcia of Henderson, and Raylie Taylor of Carthage; daughter-in-law, Janis Travis Morris; and son-in-law, Glenn Johns.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Anita Lindley with the V.A. Hospital in Shreveport for the loving care shown to Mr. Travis.

Pallbearers are Kevin Johns, Ricky Johns, Randy Johns, Craig Travis, Jason Travis, and Raymond Dodson. Honorary pallbearers are Glenn Johns, Scott Stone, Woody Keating, and Dago Yarborough.

Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Beckville, P.O. Box 329, Beckville, TX 75631.

A guestbook may be signed online at www.jimerson-lipsey.com.


Ira Clifton (Cliff) Burgay was born January 12, 1934 to Ira and Cleo Burgay in Shelby County. He died July 16, 2015 in Garrison, Texas.

 

 

Funeral service will be 2:00 pm, Thursday, July 23, 2015 at the Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas. Burial will be at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Shelby County. Visitation will be one hour before service 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at the Funeral Home.

 

 

Survivors:

Daughters:
Phyllis Burgay Griffin and Sharon Burgay

Granddaughter: Suzanne Lang

Grandsons:
Brandon Griffin and Cameron Lang

Nephews:
Steven Haney and Stanley Haney

Numerous nieces, nephews and extended family

Preceded in death by: Parents: Ira Clifton Burgay, Sr. and Cleo “Pat” (Patsford) Burgay
Brothers; Bobby Gene Burgay and Jim Burgay
Sister; Betty Bernice Haney

The service are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home.



07/18/2015

Aubrey Dean Lamon, 63, of Center, passed away Friday, July 17, 2015, in Nacogdoches.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, July 23, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Friday, July 24, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Mr. Lamon was born September 29, 1951, in Lufkin, to Marion Dean Lamon and Hester Arlene Pinkston Lamon. He was of the Pentecostal faith.

He is survived by
Wife: Dianne Lamon of Center

Son: Aubrey Lamon II and wife, Kayla, of Center

Father: Rev. M.D. Lamon of Center

Sister: Shirley Goodwin and husband, Richard, of Center

Brothers:
Garfield D. Lamon Sr. of Woodville
Don Lamon and wife, Rilda, of Mississippi

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Mother: Hester Arlene Pinkston Lamon

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


J.C. “Buck” Turner, 60, of Center, passed away July 17, 2015 in Center.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Eric Pledger officiating. Interment will follow at Salem Cemetery in Shelby County.

Mr. Turner was born February 9, 1955, in Center, to Jesse Cleveland Turner Sr. and Dimple Cunningham Turner. He was a member of the Barnstorm Survivors Band, with whom he performed several benefits and also participated in the Toys for Tots Drive.

He is survived by
Son: Steven Turner and wife, January Nicole, of Center

Grandchildren:
River LeAnn Turner of Center
Jordan Turner of Center

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Brother: Billy Wayne Turner
Sisters: Linda Turner Thatcher, Rose Turner Pytlewizz, Pat Turner
Parents: Jesse Cleveland Turner Sr. and Dimple Cunningham Turner

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Watson & Sons Funeral Home to assist with final expenses.

“The song is ended, but the melody lingers on...” -- Irving Berlin

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


07/17/2015

Gene Lung, 80, of Huxley, passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2015 in Nacogdoches.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, July 19, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 20, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel. Military honors graveside will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley under the direction of VFW Post 8904.

Mr. Lung was born June 27, 1935, in Rushville, Illinois, to Elmer Lawrence Lung and Dorothy Irene Walker Lung. He served in the United States Air Force and later worked for AT&T, where he retired after several years of service. Mr. Lung was of the Baptist faith.

He is survived by
Daughter: Sandra Abla of Shreveport, Louisiana

Grandson: Michael Bush and wife, Dawn, of Haughton, Louisiana

Great-Granddaughter: Chelsea Lewis Bush of Haughton, Louisiana

Cousin: Lois Rittenhouse of Colchester, Illinois

Friend: Mary Lee Hart of Huxley, Texas

Preceded in death by
Parents: Elmer Lawrence Lung and Dorothy Irene Walker Lung
Mother of Sandra: Elsie Lung
Brother: Gary Lung

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


Shirley Barton, 75, of Winnsboro, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2015 in Winnsboro.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, July 18, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, July 19, 2015 at Old Home Cemetery in Shelby County with Bro. Sam Roe officiating.

Ms. Barton was born February 2, 1940 in Logansport, Louisiana, to Jessie W. Smith and Valera Christine Alexander Smith. She was of the Baptist faith.

She is survived by
Sons:
Mike Barton and wife, Misty, of Winnsboro
Gregg Barton of Winnsboro

Grandchildren:
Bart Barton
Joshua Barton
Maria Barton
Kendell Hill
Keaton Hargett

Great Grandchildren:
Angel Michelle Barton
Trenten Hill
Brayden Hill
Dawson Hill

Brother: Carl Smith and wife, Mary, of Logansport, Louisiana

Sister: Linda Goforth of Paris

Preceded in death by
Husband: Huey P. Barton
Son: Ricky Barton
Parents: Jessie W. Smith and Valera Christine Alexander Smith

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


Robert Purcell (Bob) Goodman, 83, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at his residence.

Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, July 20, 2015, at Forest Park West Cemetery in Shreveport, Louisiana, under the direction of Rose-Neath Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Mr. Goodman was born April 21, 1932, in Navasota, to Charles Alexander Goodman and Wyatt Brown Goodman.

He is survived by
Daughters:
Virginia Goodman Anderson and husband, Steve, of Columbus, Texas
Vickie Goodman Brown and husband, Thomas, of Katy, Texas
Kimberly Jane Goodman of Shelbyville

Sons:
Robert P. Goodman and wife, Reba, of Corpus Christi, Texas
Kyle Jeffers Goodman of Taylor, Arkansas
Kelly Jay Goodman of Shreveport, Louisiana

Grandchildren:
Tamara Rose Rameriz and husband, Christopher
Thomas Wayne Brown
Eric Jay Brown and wife, Chandra
Carmen Lugo and husband, Jason
Carlos Llora and wife, Jessany
Jeremy Anderson and wife, Amanda
Sarah Nugent and husband, Brant
Zachary Anderson and wife, Adrienne
Royce Goodman and wife, Laura
Robbin Goodman and wife, Rosa Bell
Reed Goodman
Rebecka Marie Barton
Elizabeth Ann Barton
Sarah Caroline Barton
William Ryan Goodman
Kasi Goodman

18 Great-Grandchildren

Brother: Lawrence Philip Goodman and wife, Elaine, of Houston, Texas

Sister-in-law and Brother-in-law: Jewell Shipp Gillette and husband, Bill, of Bossier City, Louisiana

Preceded in death by
Wife: Glenis Beck Goodman
Wife: Patti V. Shipp Goodman
Parents: Charles Alexander Goodman and Wyatt Brown Goodman
Son: William Jack Goodman
Daughter: Lynda Sue Goodman
Sisters and Brothers-in-Law: Mary Wyatt Goodman Szenasi and Mickey, Mildred Elizabeth Goodman Easley and Robert (Bubba)
Brothers and Sisters-in-law: James Richard Goodman and Ruth (Hensley), Charles Doyle Goodman and Dorothy (Phillips)

Pallbearers will be Grandsons and Donald Ray (Doc) Moore.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


Clara Fern Harrison Christensen, 89, a resident of Mesa, AZ, passed away on July 1, 2015 in Mesa.

She was born on July 15, 1925, to Wiley Braxton and Maude (Corley) Harrison in Tenaha, Texas. Fern graduated from Tenaha High School and business college in Alexandria, Louisiana, where in 1944 she met Warren Christensen, while he was stationed at Alexandria Army Air Base. Upon his return from the War, they married and settled in Tillamook, Oregon to raise their family. They moved to Mesa, Arizona, then later retired to Texas to the family home. She and Warren moved back to Mesa in 2010.

Fern was on the residents board at the Citadel. She enjoyed flower arranging and cooking. Her specialty was country fried chicken, which was hard to beat. She cherished spending time with her family.

She is survived by her daughter Donna Jarzyna and her husband Mark; daughter Cheri Bradshaw (husband, Allen); grandchildren John Warren Dickinson and his wife Robbin, Mark Richard Dickinson and his wife Amiee, Kristen Lee Bradshaw MacKenzie and her husband Scot, Lee Allen Bradshaw and his wife Lisa; great-grandchildren John Griffin “Finn” Dickinson, Evelyn Clara Dickinson, Grant Dickinson, Alex Simpson, Brodrick Christen Bradshaw, Bromley Dallen Bradshaw, Kaitlin Anne MacKenzie, Isobel Grace MacKenzie and numerous nieces and nephews in Texas and Oregon.

Fern is preceded in death by her parents, husband Warren, son in law Allen Bradshaw and her 6 brothers and sisters.

Services will be held at Corley Harrison Family Cemetery in Tenaha, Texas at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the First United Methodist Church in Tenaha, Texas.

Online remembrances may be left at: www.mariposagardens.com



07/15/2015

Bertha Olene Henderson, 85, of Center, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at her residence.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, July 17, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Michael Joe Byrd officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Mrs. Henderson was born September 12, 1929, in Center, to Dandy Horton Byford and Nora Ruth Anderson Byford. She retired from Pasadena ISD in May of 1986. Mrs. Henderson and her husband travelled extensively throughout the United States and Canada.

She is survived by
Children:
Shirley Russom and husband, Charlie, of Arlington
Douglas Henderson and wife, Wanda, of League City
Kathryn Trejo of Pasadena

10 Grandchildren

15 Great-Grandchildren

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Husband: James Walter Henderson
Son: James David Henderson
Great Granddaughter: Carly Bolton
Parents: Dandy Horton Byford and Nora Ruth Anderson Byford
Two Brothers
Two Sisters

Pallbearers will be Bryan Mazac, Kevin Garpne, Jason Henderson, Joel Henderson, Billy Mazac and Jeffrey Kwas. Honorary pallbearer will be Brian Whiteside.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123-1718.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


07/14/2015

Brooksie Lee Miller Lipscomb, age 85 of Tenaha, passed away Monday, July 13, 2015 at Nacogdoches Medical Center Hospital.

Services will be 1p.m. Thursday, July 16, 2015 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Carl Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Folsom Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 5pm until 7pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born August 2, 1929 in Shelby County to parents, C.F. & Willie Elizabeth (Brittain) Miller. She worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company in the accounting and scheduling departments for many years. She was a member of First Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her parents, C.F. & Willie Miller, husband, R.H. Lipscomb, Jr., infant brother, Little Ora Miller, brother, Calvin Miller, brother, Henry Miller and sister, Vera Miller.

She is survived by:
Daughter:
Elizabeth Ann Marett & husband, Jimmy of Tenaha
Son:
Ed Lipscomb & wife, Pam of Houston

Grandchildren:
Jamie Norris & husband, Jonothon of Crosby
Susan Roberts & husband, Andrew of Houston

Numerous step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren

Sister-in-law:
Jackie Miller of Tenaha

You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas


Bobby D. Bell, 67, of Garrison, passed away Monday, July 13, 2015 in Garrison.

A military honors graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 16, 2015, at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Nacogdoches County, under the direction of VFW Post 8904. Visitation will be held prior to the graveside service at Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison, beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Mr. Bell was born January 23, 1948, in Nacogdoches, to Clifford Bell and Rachel Bailey Bell. He served in the United States Marine Corps. Mr. Bell was an avid outdoorsman and loved spending time with his family.

He is survived by
Children:
Amy Sarkies and husband, David, of Garrison
Emily Mitchell and husband, Aaron, of Garrison

Grandchildren:
Britany Sarkies
Tiffany Fox
Troy Sarkies
Madeline Mitchell
Ace Mitchell

Great Grandchildren:
Channing Fox
Rhett Sarkies

Brother: Darrell Bell

Sisters:
Pam McFadden and husband, Clayton
Debra Ward

Preceded in death by
Daughter: Jennifer Jo Bell
Parents: Clifford Bell and Rachel Bailey Bell
One Sister
One Brother

Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison, Texas.


07/13/2015

Bacil Risinger, Sr., 81, of Mauriceville, Texas passed away Monday, July 13, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 15, at Adams EE Stringer Funeral Home in Buna with burial at Antioch Cemetery in Buna. Visitation will be 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Born March 10, 1934 in Patroon, Texas to Huey and Ruth Armstreet Risinger, he had lived most of his life in Mauriceville and was a ship fitter, having worked at Levingston Shipyard and Texas Dry dock where he retired.

He was preceded in death by his mother & father; daughter, Elouise ”Punkin” Risinger; a grandson, Bacil Risinger III; and sisters, Macie Perry and Wanda Bando.

Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Louise Risinger of Mauriceville; sons, Bacil & Julie Risinger, Jr. of Orange, and Mathew & Monica Risinger of Mauriceville; 2 sisters, Mavis Elliott of Shelbyville and Mary Magali of Dallas; 11 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren.

Services are under the direction of Adams EE Stringer Funeral Home, Buna, Texas.

Roger Guyton Hopkins, age 67, of Morrow, Georgia, passed away March 11, 2015, at his residence. Graveside interment memorial service will be held at Oaklawn Memorial Park, 1554 Hwy. 7, Center, Texas at 10AM on Saturday, July 18, 2015.


Roger Guyton "Guy" Hopkins was born on Father's Day, June 15, 1947 in Center, Texas to James Granvel Hopkins and his wife Maudine Hughes Hopkins. He is survived by his brother Teddy Hopkins of Center, Texas and his wife Becky. He married the love of his life, Linda Thompson, on July 21, 1973 in Tenaha, Texas. He and Linda have three children; Rachael Gabrielle Hopkins, Rebekah Michelle Hopkins Frederick (spouse Michael Frederick) and Benjamin Raphael Hopkins (spouse Paige Burleigh Hopkins). Rebekah and Michael have two children Genevieve Abigail and Jacob Christopher Frederick. Ben and Paige have one son Sebastian Connor Hopkins. He also leaves numerous nieces, nephews, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends

The family thanks you for all the condolences they have received. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made, in memory of Guy, to one of the following organizations that were dear to his heart:

Southern Grace Hospice l
364 Racetrack Road
McDonough, GA 30252
http://www.southerngracehospice.com/

The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration
http://www.theaftd.org/


07/12/2015

Huey Dan Phillips, age 84, of Huxley, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2015 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.

Services will be 11am Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Wayne Bickley officiating. Burial will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley with military honors given by our local VFW Post 8904. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 5pm until 8 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born July 22, 1930 in Gary, Texas to J.C. and Maggie Belle (Ritter) Phillips. He served in the US Army. He was a long time school teacher. He was a member of Smyrna Missionary Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and also played the organ.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, J.C. & Maggie Phillips, Brothers, James Phillips, Alton Ross Phillips and Lovis Clifton Phillips and Sisters, Reba Irene Phillips Bowlin and Jessie Belle Campbell.

He is survived by:

Wife of 48 years:
Mary Jo Dean Phillips of Huxley

Son:
Keith Devers & wife, Kristie of Huxley

Grandchildren:
Nathaniel Ray Devers
Mary Elizabeth Devers

Sister-in-law:
Charlsie Phillips of Carthage
Barbara Ross of Center
Laretta Dean of Huxley

Brother-in-law & Sister-in-law:
Bob & Barbara Ann Dean of Mont Belvieu

Family request that donations can be made to Strong Cemetery Fund, PO Box 1383, Center, Texas 75935

You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com. Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas


Ernest “Buddy” Baggett, 87, of Center, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2015 at Nacogdoches Medical Center.

Services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jack Forbis and Bro. Edward McRae officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Monday, July 13, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born August 22, 1927 in Converse, LA to James Averett and Virginia Delores ( Myers) Baggett. He served in the US Army.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, Averett and Virginia Baggett, Daughter, Debra Jan Johnson, Brother, Clifford Baggett and an infant sister.

He is survived by:
Wife:
Wayne Baggett of Center
Grandchildren:
Brandi Johnson of Center
Brad Johnson & wife Chavaletta of Center
4 Great Grandchildren:
Kaitlyn, Khloe & Bryce Johnson & Mahalia Raymond
Sisters:
Hazel Brittain of Garrison
Ella Manshack of Center
Joyce Noble & husband, Roy Edward of Joaquin
Brother:
Pete Baggett & wife, Sharon of Nacogdoches
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

Patsy Joyce Lunsford, 75, of Suffolk, VA, passed away July 11, 2015. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM, Friday,
July 17, 2015, at Taylor Funeral Home with Bro. Justin Coburn officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery, Timpson, TX. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Friday July 17, 2015 at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Tx. Ms. Lunsford was born March 10, 1940


Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, is in charge of arrangements..


07/10/2015

Brooksie Elizabeth Bradberry, 96, of Center went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 9, 2015.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, July 11, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, July 12, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Karen Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Born in the Sardis Community in 1919, she spent her lifetime residence in Shelby County and made temporary housing arrangements alongside her husband Joe at every in-state US Army base camp he was assigned. After Joe returned home, she spent many years working at Center Drug Store in the Gift Department. She was a proud member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the First United Methodist Church in Center. Outings with her Sunday School Class were days she truly treasured.

She was a seasoned canasta and 42 player, a fishing buddy, the best fried chicken and oatmeal raisin cookie baker, a loyal Atlanta Braves and Texas Rangers supporter, a daily bird watcher, the loving hug just at the right time, the stern "shake" when needed, a friend, an inspiration, a teacher, a loving mother and our biggest fan and grandmother.

Meeting her at the gates of Heaven are her parents Lum & Isabel Schillings, six siblings and the love of her life; her husband Joe Bradberry. Her spirit is carried on by her beloved daughter Becky Johnson, favorite son-in-law Billy Johnson, her precious grandson Brent & wife Teresa Johnson, granddaughter Brittney Johnson and fiancé Marlon Ford, soon to be great-grandchildren Kirbie, Kaytlin and Andrew Ford, her brother Furman Schillings, sister Ruth Oliver and many special nephews, nieces, cousins, in-laws and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Center.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


07/09/2015

Johnny Ray Paxton, 60, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2015, at his residence.

Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, July 12, 2015, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Mr. Paxton was born June 23, 1955, in Center, to Charlie Paxton and Rena Spurlock Paxton. He was a member of Old Home Baptist Church.

He is survived by
Daughter: Jami Paxton of Abilene

Grandchildren:
Kylee Green of Abilene
August Casselberry of Abilene

Sisters:
Sheila Wiggins of Joaquin
Betty Carroll of Joaquin

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Wife: Mary Paxton
Son: Robert Sean Paxton
Parents: Charlie Paxton and Rena Spurlock Paxton
Brother: Charles Paxton
Brothers-in-law: Ricky Wiggins, Danny Carroll

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


Visitation, Mass and funeral services for Alice Fern Bates Smith Prudhomme, 73, have been announced, with the visitation being held on Friday, July 10 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Roseneath Funeral Home in Mansfield, with a Memorial Mass being held at 6:00 PM. Funeral services will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, where she was a member, in Mansfield on Saturday, July 11 at 10:00 AM, followed by interment at Carmel Catholic Cemetery in Carmel. Msgr. J. Carson LaCaze will officiate at all services. A favorite nephew, Preston Bates, will deliver the Eulogy.

Pallbearers will be Jackie Hilton, Doug “Slo” Smith, James Foshee, Jim Edwards, Quint Gillespie and Gerald Laffitte. Honorary Pallbearers include Richard Z. Johnson and Doug Young.

Alice fought a hard fight with health issues these past few years but just kept going with her zest for life and love for her family. She left for her spiritual home on June 17, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband Frank Prudhomme, parents David Elmer and Blanche White Bates (of the Haslam Community); brother Robert E. Bates, Sr.; sister Mae Ella Bates Beckham and grandson, Derek E. Langford.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Jana Smith and fiancé Quint Gillespie of Shreveport; Tanya Smith and fiancé John Moyer of Orlando, Florida and Amber Prudhomme of the Carmel Community. She is also survived by grandson Stephen Langford and wife, Casse, of Chasaka, Minnesota; great-granddaughters Margot Langford, Alice Langford and Jordan Langford; brother, Herman G. Bates and wife, Faye, and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins that were dear to her heart.

Alice was born October 24, 1942 and was a 1960 graduate of Joaquin High School in Joaquin, Texas, where she excelled in academics. She graduated with many scholarships and attended Panola Jr. College, until she married Kenneth Smith of Logansport. The Smiths soon became three when their daughter Jana was born. Kenneth later became the owner of the Piggly Wiggly store in Haslam, Texas and both were involved in many community projects. In 1967, their daughter Tanya was born. She later was re-married to Frank Prudhomme in the 1980’s, and had another daughter, Amber.

Alice discovered her love for travel as well as photography and captured many subjects that were published in the local newspapers, including her column the “Carmel Capers”. She also loved the Sabine River, where she was raised, and gathering with family and friends to enjoy fun times in the water and sun.

She started out in the CB craze in the 1970’s as “River Streaker”, which later evolved into amateur radio, and re-located to the Carmel Community with her youngest daughter. She worked hard and achieved the “Advanced” extra licensing, and enjoyed talking to people all over the world, also exchanging QSL cards. She had been a member of the Shreveport Amateur Radio Association (SARA) and Sky Warn. Her articles were published in QSL, the amateur radio magazine.

Alice started her genealogy quest while living in Logansport, with her first husband’s DeSoto linage, which ignited a fire within her that later would become a passion. She researched in depth her grandmother’s Lafitte family, with her tireless research living on for generations of Lafittes and DeSotos in countless volumes and photographs. She enjoyed being a part of the Lafitte reunions in Natchitoches Parish, and was proud to be a descendant of that family as well as the Bates family in Haslam.

She was a member of the DeSoto Historical Society, and was a contributing columnist on several occasions to “The DeSoto Plume”. She will always be remembered to have loved the history of this part of the country and wanted to help preserve it.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Carmel Catholic Cemetery in care of St. Josephs Catholic Church; PO Box 760; Mansfield, LA 71052.


07/08/2015

Joseph Daniel Crawford Jr., 59, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2015 at his residence.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later time.

Mr. Crawford was born January 24, 1956 in Mississippi to Joseph Crawford Sr. and Bonnie Strawbridge Crawford.

He is survived by
Sons:
Joseph Hickman of Lufkin
Justin Hickman of Lufkin
Kevin Strawbridge of Mississippi

10 Grandchildren

Sisters:
Sharon Jackson and husband, Barry, of Mississippi
Donna Crawford and husband, Caesar, of Baytown
Sheila Stafford and husband, Mike, of Warren

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: Joseph Crawford Sr. and Bonnie Strawbridge Crawford

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


Lewis E. Williford Sr., 72, of Center, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2015 in Nacogdoches.

Funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Friday, July 10, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Don Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Smith Cemetery in Shelby County. A visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 3:00 p.m.

Mr. Williford was born June 5, 1943 in Center to Levi Arvin Williford and Dorothy J. Burns Williford. He served in the United States Air Force and the Texas Air National Guard. He was a member of Longview Masonic Lodge in Longview and Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Shelbyville.

He is survived by:

Wife, Porfi Guzman Williford of Center

Children:
Lewis Williford Jr. of Quinlan
Theresa Williford Cobb and husband, Billy Ray Cobb, of Quinlan
Darrell Williford of Porter
Wendy C. Williford and husband, Robert Warren, of Spring
Jayson Guzman and Brandi Gilchrist of Center

Grandchildren: Justin Williford, Joshua Williford, Jason Williford, William Story, Chase Story

Great-Grandchildren: Anthony Lewis Williford, Justin Williford Jr., Atreyu Story, Jaiden Alexander Williford

Sisters and Brother:
Vicki Lynn Thomas of Center
George Williford and wife, Sue, of Center
Dianne Nutt and husband, Jerry, of LaPorte
Diann Walker of Center

Stepmother, Delcie Williford of Center

Aunt, Gladys Moore of Oklahoma

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Son: Clint Williford
Daughter-in-law: Marsha Williford
Parents: Levi Arvin Williford and Dorothy J. Burns Paxton
Brother: Robert Williford

Pallbearers will be Chester Burns Jr., Gregg Burns, Paul Burns, Travis Munsinger, Alejo Rodriguez and Leonardo Guzman.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


07/06/2015

Dorothy Diane Nail, 73, of Center, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2015 in Center.

A private interment was held at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Miss Nail was born November 7, 1941 in Center to James E. Nail and Hazel Sowell Nail. She was of the Baptist faith.

She is survived by
Nieces:
Shelia Harris and husband, Roy, of Center
Lisa McAdams and husband, Billy Bob, of Center

Preceded in death by
Parents: James E. Nail and Hazel Sowell Nail
Sister: Jimmie Louise Nail Boles

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


07/05/2015

Mr. Garland (Mac) McLeroy, 86, of Timpson, TX passed away Saturday, July 4, 2015. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, July 8, 2015, in Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, TX, with Bro. Dock Lazarine officiating. Interment to follow in the County Line Cemetery in Timpson, TX. Visitation for family and friends will be 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at Taylor Funeral Home.

Mr. McLeroy was born February 26, 1929, in Dotson, TX. Garland (Mac) was the son of the late Doyle Henry McLeroy and Vesta Sparks McLeroy. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Mac enjoyed fishing, gardening and was an avid sports fan. He worked many years for Tipton Ford in Nacogdoches, Texas as a car salesman. Mac also served as a policeman for the City of Nacogdoches for many years.

He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Opal McLeroy of Timpson, Texas; daughter, Tawnya Dornak and husband Robert of Sugarland, Texas; stepson, Gary Trentelman and wife Neisha of Wylie, Texas; five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren, and a host of family and friends who will miss him greatly.

Mr. McLeroy was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Martha Johnson; and step-daughter, Marcia Shaklee.

To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may to go www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Drive, Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements..


Marvin Mitchell, 74, of Center, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2015 in Center.

Graveside service will be held at 12:00 noon, Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County. A visitation will be held at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center prior to the funeral service, beginning at 10 a.m.

Mr. Mitchell was born May 20, 1941 in San Augustine County to Lee Mitchell and Ellen Ferguson Mitchell. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Center.

He is survived by
Sisters:
Bobbie Scott and husband, J.B., of Center
Patsy Madison of Mississippi

Brother: Robert Mitchell and wife, Nelda, of Lufkin

Special Niece: Kay Green

Former wife and friend: Lynette Vaughn

Numerous other nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: Lee Mitchell and Ellen Ferguson Mitchell
Sisters: Doris Bailey, Ruth Shirrell
Brother-in-law: Edward Shirrell

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


  

Pharon A. Newton, 90, of Center, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2015, at Colonial Pines Care Center in San Augustine, Texas.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, 2015, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 15, 2015, at First United Methodist Church in Joaquin with Rev. Randy Smith officiating.

Pharon was born to Melvin and Alice Newton on March 9, 1925. He went to school at Joaquin High School and then worked at Haslam Sawmill. After his marriage to Oleta and the birth of their daughter, the family moved to High Island, Texas, where he worked for Southwestern Bell. Pharon was also employed by Trinity Valley, Magocobar, and Halliburton for 28 ½ years before he retired in 1986. Pharon was one of six founding families of the First Presbyterian Church of Nederland. After moving to Center, in 1988, Pharon became active in the First United Methodist Church of Joaquin, Texas. He served as a Trustee of the Church Council, was President of the Administrative Board, and was the Honorary Grandpa of the Methodist Youth Group.

He is survived by daughter, Dianna Patterson and her husband, Keith, of Los Angeles, California; grandson, CMDR Douglas Patterson and wife, Chris, of Coronado, California; great-granddaughters, Emily and Amanda of Coronado, California; and brother, Van O. Newton and family of North Carolina.

Pharon was preceded in death by his wife, Oleata; grandson, Randy; his parents; and brother, Woodson.

Pharon’s wisdom, loving nature, smile, and dry sense of humor will be missed by all who knew him.

Pallbearers will be CMDR Douglas Patterson, Glenn Gill, Jason Gill, Gene Allen, Barney Moss, Larry Hennigan and Newton Johnson.

Special thanks to Colonial Pines Care Center and Accolade Hospice.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to:
American Cancer Society
PO Box 22718
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123-1718

Colonial Pines Care Center in San Augustine
1203 FM 1277
San Augustine, Texas 75972

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


07/04/2015

Mike Bockwich, age 57, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2015, at home. He was born February 26, 1958, and raised by his parents, Mike and Nancy Bockwich.

Mike worked as a feed truck driver for Tyson Foods, for over twenty years, and then went to nursing school. Mike worked as a licensed vocational nurse for East Texas Medical Center in Carthage for over 10 years, and touched many lives. He was always fascinated with computers, and held many certifications. He also loved animals, and shared his fondness for dogs with his grandchildren.

Mike is survived by his wife of 32 years, Marion, his son Adam, and his daughter Lucy. He is also survived by his two grandsons and his seventeen year old chihuahua, Yogi.

There will be no services at this time. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Taylor Funeral Home.

A memorial service will be performed at a later date.

Mike will be greatly missed. The family thanks you for all the condolences they have received, and in lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. (ASPCA)


Grayson Bryce Floyd, 17 months, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, July 3, 2015 in Center.

Funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at Lone Cedar Church in Joaquin with Bro. Jeff Spring officiating. Interment will follow at Lone Cedar Cemetery in Joaquin. A visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 3:00 p.m.

Grayson was born February 3, 2014 in Nacogdoches to Robert Floyd and Brandi Gray Floyd. He loved to shadow his big brother and do everything he did.

He is survived by
Parents: Robert Floyd and Brandi Gray Floyd of Joaquin

Big Brother: Urijah Floyd of Joaquin

Grandparents:
Tommy “Scooter” and Sandra Gray of Joaquin
Rhonda Smith of Tenaha
Bobbie Floyd of Joaquin

Great-Grandparents:
Tommy and Jaunell Gray of Joaquin

Aunts:
Tonya Wagstaff and husband, John, of Tenaha
Emily Buckley and husband, Michael, of Huxley

Numerous other relatives

Pallbearers will be J.R. Wagstaff, Hunter Wagstaff, John Wagstaff and Brian Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Jackson Thomas and Josh Thomas.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


07/03/2015

Mr. Donald Lee Fagan of Tenaha, Texas, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2015, at the age of 79.

Mr. Fagan was born Oct. 16, 1935, in Anson, Texas, to parents Solon Guy Fagan and Mary O. Black Fagan. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and also served in the U.S. Navy reserves.

Donald retired from a 35 year career with Lockheed Martin which carried him to many different states as well as countries abroad.

He and his wife Ramona have lived in Shelby County, Texas, for the past several years where he enjoyed being a “gentleman farmer.” Donald also had a great love for hunting and fishing as well as tending his cats. He had a natural music talent and could play almost any instrument he picked up.

His survivors include his wife, Ramona Hudman Fagan of Tenaha, Texas; his brother, Arthur Wayne Fagan and his wife Caroleanne Taggart-Fagan of Dallas, Texas; nieces and nephews, including Keith Hopson of Austin, Texas, Eric Hopson and Kathy Hopson, both of Dallas, Texas; and his mother-in-law, Shirley Hudman of Mineola, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his sister, Mildred Hopson, and a brother, Billy Guy Fagan.
A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2015, at Cason Monk-Metcalf’s Sunset Chapel, located at 5400 North Street in Nacogdoches, Texas, with Rev. John McGuire officiating.

In lieu of flowers, Mona suggests memorials be made to the Women’s Shelter of East Texas or similar charities.
Your online memories and condolences may be offered at www.CasonMonk-Metcalf.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of T.A. Lane & Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors of Nacogdoches.


Leo Ronald McBride, 77, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, July 3, 2015 at his residence.

Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, July 5, 2015 at First United Methodist Church in Logansport, Louisiana with Bro. Dean Register officiating, assisted by Rev. Gloria Youngblood and Rev. Bob Rowland. Interment will follow at O.E. Price Cemetery in Logansport, Louisiana. A visitation will be held prior to the funeral service, beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Mr. McBride was born January 31, 1938 in Logansport, Louisiana to W.R. McBride and Doris Bell McBride. He was a charter member of the Lions Club in Logansport, Louisiana, a member of Kiwanis Club, the Town Council, Band Boosters, Athletic Boosters, McRamblers and First United Methodist Church in Logansport, Louisiana, where he served for twenty-five years as Sunday School Superintendent for twenty-five years. Mc loved the outdoors. He was passionate about his farm, known as 6-Mc Farm, where he raised chickens, cows and horses. He had cats and dogs and was always ready for company to come “sit a spell” on his front porch with a cup of coffee. He had a love for his family and was always willing to lend a helping hand to his neighbors in need. Christmas and Easter family traditions were very important to him and the entire McBride family has kept those tradition alive for seventy-six years.

He is survived by
Wife of 59 years: Margaret McBride of Shelbyville, Texas

Daughters:
Lisa Deutsch of Logansport, Louisiana
Terri Hamon and husband, Johnny, of Logansport, Louisiana
Melanie Woods and husband, Mark, of Logansport, Louisiana
Ronda Guillotte and husband, Kenny, of Logansport, Louisiana

Grandchildren:
Monica Cason and husband, Rodger
Colby Deutsch and wife, Erin
Leah Neal and husband, Jonathan
Megan Hanks and husband, Brandon
Cortney Dowden and husband, Michael
Josh Deutsch and wife, Hallie
Paula Rabon and husband, Mat
Betsy Register and husband, Doug
Abbie Woods
Mallory Guillotte
Macy Guillotte

Great-Grandchildren:
Oakley Deutsch, Kyle Deas, Brayden Tyler, Kaylea Neal, Landry Tyler, Ty Paul Neal, Drake Deutsch, Maddy Deutsch, Keaton Cason, Ace Deutsch, Gavin Deutsch, John Case Rabon, King Shepherd Jones, Preslea Rabon, Greyson Deutsch, Rowan Hanks

Twin Brother: Donald McBride and wife, Judy, of Burleson, Texas

Sister: Betsy Garrett and husband, John, of Bastrop, Louisiana

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: W.R. McBride and Doris Bell McBride

Pallbearers will be Colby Deutsch, Josh Deutsch, Trent McBride, Byron McBride, Greg Garrett and Cade McBride. Honorary pallbearers will be Porter Dowling, Ken Hendrickson, Bobby McWilliams, Allen Riley, Bryant Kolb and Dwight Hill.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to HeartsWay Hospice of Carthage for their loving, tender care.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to First United Methodist Church in Logansport, Louisiana or to a charity of your choice.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com


Dorothy Mae Biggers Moore, age 67, of San Augustine, Texas. Ms. Moore passed away Thursday, July 2, 2015 in San Augustine, Texas.

Funeral Service
Monday, July 6, 2015
1:00 p.m.
Reed Chapel Baptist Church
Rev. George Cartwright, Eulogist
Final Viewing Prior to Service from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Church
Interment Haley Bush Cemetery, San Augustine, Texas

Visitation
Sunday, July 5, 2015
12:00 noon until 7:00 p.m.
Garner & Son Chapel

Survivors
Daughters
Doranesia Shelvin and Husband, Rev. Donald R. Shelvin Sr. of Humble, Texas
Chemetri Johnson of San Augustine, Texas
Sharon Johnson of San Augustine, Texas

Sons
Erick Johnson and wife, Billie Johnson of San Augustine, Texas
Rev. Christopher Moore of Houston, Texas

Granddaughter - Tiffany Nelson of Kingwood, Texas

Grandson - Rev. Bradley Hale and wife, Caprice Hale of Nacogdoches, Texas

Sister - Willie Faye Garrett of San Augustine, Texas

Brothers
Alton Biggers of San Augustine, Texas
Lon L. Biggers and wife, Mae Pearl Biggers of Missouri City, Texas
Leroy Biggers and wife, Gwen Biggers of Tyler, Texas

A loving host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral services are under the direction of Percy Garner and Son Mortuary