Obituaries
08/25/2023
Jose De La Luz Carrasco, 79, of Lamesa, passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023, in San Augustine.
Funeral services will be held in Lamesa, Texas, under the direction of Gonzalez Funeral Home.
Born December 13, 1943, in Cuchillo Parado Chihuahua, Mexico, Jose is the son of Nicodemes Carrasco and Cristina Rubio.
Survived by:
Daughters:
Sonia and husband Tim Jacobs of Joaquin
Maria A. Carrasco and Orioll Licon of Borger
Grandchildren:
Natalie Ovalle and Doug Moffett of Amarillo
Blane Bailey of Joaquin, Carlos Carrasco III of Borger
Arnaldo Carrasco of Borger
Great-grandchild, Evyn Ovalle of Amarillo.
Preceded in death by his children, Maria Leticia Carrasco and Arnaldo Carrasco; father, Nicodemes Carrasco; mother, Cristina Rubio; one sister; and two brothers.
08/24/2023
Melba Jean Gaines Scurlock passed peacefully at her home on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, with her family by her side.
A memorial service celebrating Melba Scurlock’s life will be held at Rose-Neath South Funeral Home, 2500 Southside Drive, on Friday, September 1, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be before the service beginning at 9:30 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Jonathan King, with interment following at Forest Park West Cemetery.
Melba was born in Beaumont, Texas on February 4, 1929. She lived in Beaumont until she graduated from Beaumont High School and then lived a short time in Center, Texas where her parents ran the White Auto Store. She married Ray Scurlock on November 18, 1949, and shared 73 years together before he passed away earlier this year. Melba was a member of Summer Grove United Methodist Church for 60 years.
She had a love for travel and made many special memories with friends and family at her camp on Toledo Bend. She enjoyed being a mom, volunteering, church activities, family gatherings and watching sunsets with Ray by her side.
Melba is preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Ray Scurlock; parents, Leona Mae Beagle Gaines and Oscar William Gaines; her brother, Bill Gaines; and her granddaughter, Carla Lenert.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Ted Scurlock and wife, Polly
Dan Scurlock and wife, Nancy
Daughters:
Janet Dodd and husband, Henry
Judy Lenert and husband, Steve
Ann Karkoska
She also leaves 18 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren who loved her dearly.
The family would like to acknowledge and express their appreciation to mom’s caregivers, Lavera Potter, Cora Wright, Doris Jackson, Beronica Washington Clay, Kellie Trimmer, Brenda French and Jay Mitchell for the love and kindness they showed mom over the past year. A special thanks to Valerie and Johnny Mitchell who became like family over the past several years.
Pallbearers will be her eight grandsons, Paul Dodd, Cody Lenert, Patrick Dodd, Peyton Dodd, Clint Scurlock, Peter Scurlock, Joshua Karkoska and Daniel Karkoska.
Donations to the Meals on Wheels Program c/o Caddo Council on Aging, located at 1700 Buckner Street, Suite 240, Shreveport, LA 71101 would be appreciated. Ray and Melba spent many years delivering meals to those in need.
08/23/2023
Maron Dudley McIntyre born June 18, 1929, passed away on August 22, 2023.
Dudley began his eternal life with our Heavenly Father on August 22, 2023 at the age of 94. He passed peacefully at home in the Rose Hill Community in Timpson, TX on the same beloved land where he spent his boyhood years and was known by his contemporaries for jumping fences, climbing trees and being an all-around “nice” guy. He enjoyed singing in the choral choir, playing basketball, football and running track for the Timpson Bears and graduated from Timpson High School in 1946.
He married the love of his life, Frances Jane Hairgrove, in 1952 and provided for his family as a highly skilled machinist at The Texas Company (Texaco) in Port Arthur, TX working there from 1950 until his retirement in 1984. He also dutifully served his beloved country for 14 years in the Texas National Guard. His real love was always music, particularly church music. He sang with a gospel quartet, The Echo Men, and also served for many years as interim music director at North End Baptist Church in Port Arthur, TX followed by First Baptist Church in Timpson, TX. Dudley was ever faithful in service to our Lord by living his life on mission as a deacon for over 60 years. He was also involved in many civic activities such as reading to kindergarteners at Timpson Elementary, ringing the bell for the Salvation Army, working the local elections, and working the local Food Bank, just to name a few.
Dudley is survived by:
Wife of 71 years, Frances Hairgrove McIntyre
Son, Kent McIntyre
Daughter, Jan McIntyre
He thoroughly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren Adam McIntyre, Allison (Bray) Wheelock, Blake McIntyre, Mark McIntyre and Lindsey McIntyre. His joy with the “young-uns” continued with great-grandchildren Betsey, Drew, Luke, Brooke, Colby, Jackson, Duncan, Amelia and Jocelyn.
He is also survived by his nephew Lee McIntyre and nieces Susie Bickel, Shelly Johnson and Sarah Spruill.
He was the son of James Otis McIntyre and Effie Ora Bogue McIntyre of Timpson, TX and was the grandson of James Madison McIntyre and Mary Rebecca Reynolds McIntyre of Evergreen, AL and John Lumas Bogue and Martha Delia Wilson Bogue of Timpson, TX. He had a great many cousins and in-laws who were always very important to him. He was also preceded in death by brothers Charles Otis McIntyre and Thomas Wayne McIntyre as well as infant great-grandson, Seth.
Funeral arrangements are through Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson. A memorial service will be held 10:30 am Friday, August 25, 2023, at First Baptist Church in Timpson followed by interment at Woodlawn Cemetery.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Thursday, August 24, 2023, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
08/22/2023
Betty Horton Mitchell, age 70 of Timpson, TX, passed away at Memorial Hermann in Houston, TX on August 20, 2023. She was born July 2, 1953 in Tenaha, Texas to Mr. Milton Horton, Sr. and Mrs. Carrie Shepherd Horton.
Visitations is from 3pm until 6pm Friday, August 25, 2023 at Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Dr. Nacogdoches, Texas. Funeral Service is at 11am Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Mt. Gillion Baptist Church, 5545 State Highway 87 North, Center, TX 75935 with Rev. Charleston Johnson officiating and Rev. Rayford Caraway Pastor/Eulogist. Interment is at Mt. Gillion Cemetery, Center.
Betty leaves to cherish her memory:
Husband, Johnny Ray Mitchell of Timpson
Son, Terry Mitchell of Richmond
Daughter, Tasche Mitchell of Center
Brother, Milton Horton, Jr. (Earsie) of Shelbyville
Sisters:
Peggy Brown of Timpson
Callie Horton of Timpson
Donna (Alford) Fletcher of Timpson
Sister-in-law, Sherina “Kay” Horton of Lufkin
Grandchildren: Ta’Sharrrea, Jaden, Kaden, Jamari and Tyriek
A host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Deacon Ronnie Horton, Darren Horton, Lawrence “Mickey” Horton, Allen Horton, Robert James Shepherd; nephews, Timmy, Shamfrea, and LaSherrea Hooper, Quincy Handy, and Mark Anthony Smith.
Services entrusted to her family of professionals at Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Drive, Nacogdoches, TX 75961. (936) 564-4351
08/21/2023
Harold Loyd Coats Jr., 74, of Nacogdoches, passed away Monday, August 21, 2023, in Houston.
A private family graveside service will be held at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Born January 15, 1949, Harold is the son of Harold Loyd Coats Sr. and Eleanor Elizabeth Lagoudis. Loving art, he became a professional artist. Harold served as a Boy Scout leader and Cadet Major of High School R.O.T.C. He worked for the Houston Fire Department for twelve years, acquiring the rank of Captain. As a hobby, Harold enjoyed playing the game of Chess, reading, and studying science and history. An avid photographer, he loved being outdoors on his land. Harold was of the Baptist faith. Above all, he loved and sacrificed for his family.
Survived by:
Wife of 55 years, Linda Diane Coats of Nacogdoches
Children:
Shannon Bryan Coats and wife Shanan of Henderson
Malisa Lanae Bobbitt and husband Andy of Mansfield
Adam Loyd Coats and wife Brittney of Pollok
Grandchildren:
Colin Coats and wife Meagan
Casey Coats and wife Mary
Jessica Coats, Madeline Brassell
William Bobbitt
Great-grandchildren:
Karter Coats
Jack Coats
Cooper Coats
Sisters:
June Arlene Cox and husband Ron of Huntsville
Loretta Lynn Thornbrough and husband Mark of Bryan
Numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends
The family would like to thank the heart donor’s family for the additional thirteen years of life.
Preceded in death by father, Harold Loyd Coats Sr.; and mother, Eleanor Elizabeth Lagoudis.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Volunteer Christian Builders of First Baptist Church of Henderson, 207 W. Main, Henderson, Texas 75654.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/21/2023
Dorothy Bain, 96, of Center, Texas passed away August 18, 2023, at her home in Center surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy was born November 27, 1926, in Center, Texas to the late Fred “Shorty” and Mollie Baugh. She married Billy E. Ballard on September 20, 1945. They had four children, Sandy, Billy, Gayle and Ronnie. After Billy’s death in 1991 she married David Bain on April 29, 1995.
Funeral Service will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, First Baptist Church Center, burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Monday, August 21, 2023 at Mangum Funeral Home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm.
Dorothy loved people and hugs! She worked for many years at H & S Grocery and made many friends during that time. And oftentimes we would come across people that met her there and remembered her and her sweet charms and attitude.
She was baptized and served her Lord through her church, First Baptist Church in Center. She was active during all the many years she was a member. She enjoyed WMU and teaching Sunday School and most recently was a part of the Golden Harvest choir.
Dorothy is survived by:
Children:
Sandra Yarborough
Billy Ballard
Gayle Harvey and husband Emmett
7 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren
Step-daughter, Rebecca Vergiels and husband Victor
Sisters:
Barbara Fischer
Bonnie Bagwell
Connie Lucas
A host of family and friends that will dearly miss her and her sweet spirit.
She is preceded in death by her husbands, Billy Ballard and David Bain, parents Shorty and Mollie Baugh, son Ronnie Ballard, brother Fred “Botch” Baugh Jr., son-in-law Rogers Yarborough and daughter-in-law Debra Ballard, grandson-in-law Jack Massey.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
08/17/2023
ShaCoury Richardson, 45 of Timpson, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023 at his home in Timpson.
Memorial service is 11am Saturday, August 19, 2023 at Clayton Temple C.O.G.I.C. of Timpson.
Shacoury Richardson was born March 15 1978 to Elizabeth Richardson and Allen Williams in Carthage, Texas.
He was a member of Clayton Temple Church of God in Christ, Timpson. Texas He attended Timpson ISD, where he received his diploma in 1997.
After High School he started his path to manhood by working in the oil and construction Industry. He took a break and followed his dreams in honoring God, when he was united with Sheila Faye Dickey Richardson.
As a devoted father of five beautiful daughters: Shacouriunna, TJ, Moesha, Rosie, and JJ. He guided his family in serving the Lord. He had passion for not just God but family, fishing, pitbulls, cooking and serving others. He was a loud talker with a soft and kind heart for his community.
Shacoury attended Bible Study every Monday at the Senior Citizen Apartment Center, then on Wednesday and Sunday, he attended Pastor David Wawhorn Church Services, the Messiah Baptist Church.
Shacoury Richardson was met by his brother Sashi Kushika Roberts at one of heavens hill tops, where was welcomed into heaven to reunite with his grandparents: George and Louise Richardson, Frank James and Emma Jean Roland, uncle: George Richardson Jr., and close friends: Marcus Yarbrough and Cedric Mosby.
He leaves to cherish his memories, Wife, Sheila Richardson
Daughters:
Shacouriunna
TJ
Moesha
Rosie
JJ
Mother, Elizabeth Blanton
Father, Ike Blanton
Siblings:
Isaac (Verity) Blanton
Bethany (Shannon, his brother-in-law was his longtime friend) Hooper
Andrea Williams
Jeff Williams
A special friend Donnell Hildreth and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, other relatives, and friends.
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
08/17/2023
Lillie Mae Moore Moses, 95 of Shelby County and Orange, Texas, passed away Saturday, August 12 at her home in Center. She was born June 30, 1928 to the late Jesses Moore and Leveneie Harper Moore in Shelby County and later moved to Orange, Texas. She spent all of her adult life there.
Funeral service is at 11am Saturday, August 19, 2023 at Community Funeral Home Chapel, Center.
Her wishes were to be cremated.
She was the usher President at Salem United Methodist Church for many years. She will be truly missed. Her niece will truly miss her for the last three years of life they were together and loved along with the rest of the family.
She is survived by:
Sister, Creola Cartwright
Bonus, Vicker Moses
Nieces:
Denise (David) Cartwright
Anita (Vernell) Moody
Nephews:
Gregory Richard
Iva Lee Cartwright
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
08/16/2023
Buna Rachel Addison, 96, of Center, passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2023, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 2pm to 4pm, Thursday, August 17, 2023, at The Venue on Southview, Formerly Center First UPC, Hwy 96 S - Center, TX, with funeral service following at 5pm. Interment will be at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Officiating is Rev. Gordon Winslow, Rev. Darrell McCoy, and Rev. Marlow Shubert.
Rachel was born on June 26, 1927, in Shelby County to William Barto and Betty Kathleen Helton Bailey. She was the 6th child out of 12. She grew up in Waterman community and attended school there. After the many adventures that come along with being part of a large family, she met Junior Brown Addison, and they were married on January 29, 1945. They began their life together, raising their family in Shelby County, and attended Center First UPC. Rachel enjoyed serving the community as she worked through the years at Piggly Wiggly, Minimax Grocery, and Brookshire Bros as a meat wrapper. She retired from Brookshire Brothers after 25 years of service, and came home to help take care of her family.
She fought the fight and she has finished her course. Faith was her weapon and a positive outlook was her game. To some she was Rachel and Mother, to some MawMaw, to some the Candy Lady, and to a few she was Buna. There will never be another person as loyal. If she was on your side, it was for life. She would tell everyone how wonderful you were and how well you could do things. But never doubt, if you needed to be straightened out, she was there for that too!! She would tell you exactly how it was or how it should be. Cooking was her love language. Her soup…the BEST!! Her pies…AMAZING!!!
She always made sure the grandchildren and great grands had what they needed. If you were present, you were her favorite!! When the next group came in…they were her favorites too!! There were a few that rose to the top and shined a little brighter than the rest of us. The spiritual heritage she has left is strong. She trusted and left all things in the hands of the Lord. For the past few days she has laid with her eyes closed at times. She wasn’t asleep…she was praying. We are thankful for all of the prayers she has prayed over us.
There will never be another… and we are so glad she was ours.
She is survived by her
Children:
Delores Fountain of Center
Bobby and Rose Addison of Center
Tonhia and Jerry Fleming of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Lisa and David Hailey of Timpson
Monica and Raymond Caldas of Center
Stephanie and Wallace Wilkins of Cabot, AR
Joey and Iletha Fountain of Center
Lance and Pam Lightfoot of Center
Derrick and Jacy Lightfoot of Joaquin
Alanna Fleming of Richfield, MN
Great-Grandchildren:
Krista Elliott of Bentonville, AR
Kendron Elliott of Los Angeles, CA
Hannah Caldas of Center
Alissa and Abbey Hailey of Timpson
Christipher Lightfoot of Joaquin
Cannon, Mckenzie, and Delancy Wilkins of Cabot, AR
Mitch and Leah Fountain of Center
Lyndrey, Jansen, Taylen, Daygen, and Paxley Lightfoot of Joaquin
Numerous nieces and nephews
Special Friend, Linda Brittain of Center
Preceded in death by her parents; husband; son-in-law, Joe Fountain; grandchild, Addison Hailey; sisters, Wanda Burt, Helen Bowden, Lynn Burkett, Vaudene Owens, Ruth Gills, Lavern Merritt and Shelby Jean McDonald; and brothers, Troy Bailey, Buck Bailey, James Bailey, and Thomas Bailey.
Pallbearers are Lance Lightfoot, Derrick Lightfoot, Wallace Wilkins, Raymond Caldas, Joey Fountain, and David Hailey.
Honorary Pallbearers are Christipher Lightfoot, Jansen Lightfoot, Daygen Lightfoot, Kendron Elliott, Cannon Wilkins, and Mitch Fountain.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
08/16/2023
Timothy Garland “Timmy” Rogers Sr., age 51, of Logansport, Louisiana passed away at his home on August 12, 2023. He was born November 25, 1971, to Sammy and Reba Brown Rogers.
After high school, Timmy worked in the oilfield, working his way up to tool pusher before an accident ended his career. Timmy loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and gardening. He often planted a few too many tomatoes. He was called Bruiser by his closest friends, and he was known to make his own “happy place.”
Timothy is survived by:
Wife, Kelly
Sons:
Timothy “T.J.” Rogers Jr. of Logansport, Louisiana
Trepton Rogers of North Carolina
Daughter, Kiley Raybon and husband Stephen of Grand Cane, Louisiana
Mother, Reba Rogers of Gary, Texas
Grandchildren:
Kayden Brown
Adisyn Rogers
Hudson Rogers
Luca Raybon
Sister, Sharman Ballard and husband C.L. of Gary, Texas
A host of other family and friends.
Timothy is preceded in death by his father, Shelton “Sammy” Rogers Jr.; sister, Lori Rogers; grandparents, Bro. Shelton Rogers Sr. and Lois Rogers, and Henry Earl Brown and Hestell Brown; and aunt, Linda Johnson.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick’s Rose-Neath Chapel, 943 Polk St., Mansfield, Louisiana. Steve Walker to officiate the service.
Services are under the direction of Kilpatrick’s Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Mansfield, Louisiana.
08/14/2023
Bobby Dean Cheatwood, 68, of Carthage, passed away Saturday, August 12, 2023, in Tyler.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 18, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Joe Walker officiating. Interment will follow at O.E. Price Cemetery in Logansport, Louisiana.
Born October 22, 1954, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Bobby is the son of Joe Neal Cheatwood and Iva Jean Pierce Cheatwood. Bob worked in the oilfield for many years. After retiring in 2021, his passion was operating a motor grader for Road and Bridge Precinct 3 in Shelby County. Bobby was also an exceptional mechanic who could work on and fix anything. He loved hunting, fishing, and dancing. He also had a love for animals of all kinds, especially Ox, his dog, who meant the world to him.
He is survived by:
Daughter, Amber Cheatwood Whiddon and husband Aaron
Sisters and brothers:
Janice Bonner and husband James
Roy Cheatwood and wife Jackie
Patti Hogg and husband Cleve
Carolyn Lee
Judy Choate
Nieces and nephews:
Jon Bonner
Jamie Briggs
Roy Gene Cheatwood
David Cheatwood
Patrick Hogg
Mark Cheatwood
Eric Collier
Neal Choate
Debbie Choate
Preceded in death by parents, Joe Neal Cheatwood and Iva Jean Pierce Cheatwood; brother, Curtis Cheatwood; nieces and nephews, Melissa Cheatwood, Rodney Cheatwood, Joseph Lee, and Charlie Collier.
Pallbearers will be Jon Bonner, David Cheatwood, Robby Tinkle, Rocky Massengal, Danny Green, Jimmy Daw, and Michael Bates.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
8/14/2023
Rev. Carl C. Smith, 85, of Center, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5pm to 8pm, Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2pm, Thursday, August 17, 2023, at First Baptist Church in Center, Texas. Rev. Mike Belgard and Bro. Mike Brister will officiate. Interment will be Friday 10am at Sibley Cemetery in Florien, Louisiana.
Born April 9, 1938, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, Carl is the son of Cecil Coleman Smith and Bonnie Sibley Smith. He served in the United States Army Reserve for eight years, and also served in the Louisiana National Guard. Carl dedicated his life to service in ministry. Serving as youth and recreation at Hampton Place Baptist Church in Dallas TX and FBC W. Monroe LA. He served as a Baptist Student Union director at Southwestern University in Hammond LA and also for most of the colleges in Shreveport, including Centenary and LSUS. From 1980-1993 he served as the Minister of Education at FBC Center and lead pastor from 1993-2003. He also served as interim pastor of other churches with the latest being Lone Star Baptist of Center, TX. During retirement he was a member of the Singing Men of East Texas.
He is survived by:
Wife and lifelong friend, Charlotte Smith of Center, Texas who was a blessing to him for over 6 years
Children:
Matthew Coleman Smith and wife Brandi of Wylie, Texas
Carla Jo Smith Denney and husband Kurt of Center
Jonathan Charles Smith and Ryan Carr of Atlanta, Georgia
Sister-in-laws:
Carol Philbrick
Jackie Smith
Stepdaughters:
Cindy Premeaux
Cathy Tall
Christy Cosey
Grandchildren:
Hannah Chase
Samuel Chase
Sibley Smith
Elizabeth Smith
Sydney Gipson
Corey Denney
Nine step-grandchildren
Eight step-great-grandchildren
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of friends
Preceded in death by wife of 52 years, Sally Philbrick Smith; parents, Cecil Coleman Smith and Bonnie Sibley Smith; brothers and sister, Gerald Cecil Smith, Travis Wendell Smith, and Sybil Doris Edwards; brother-in-law, Howard Lee Edwards; and Sister-in-law, Nancy Segue’.
Pallbearers will be Corey Denney, Samuel Chase, Jason Locke, Terry Scull, Drue Scull, and Wayne Christian.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Harold Hanson, Teddy Hopkins, and Larry Rymal.
Special thanks to Affinity Hospice of Center and Janelle O’Pry with Right at Home of Nacogdoches for their care given with such dignity and respect.
Memorial donations may be made to StepStones Ministry International, 101 Hurst Street, Suite 300, Center, Texas 75935 or Navigators at www.donations.navigators.org
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/10/2023
Sarah Jane Mosby, 70 of Center, passed away Monday, August 7, 2023 at Palestine Health Care Center, Palestine, Texas.
Funeral service is at 10am on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Center, Texas with Pastor Johnny Jones officiating. Repass will be at the church immediately following funeral service. Visitation is from 10am until 6pm on Friday, August 11, 2023 at Community Funeral Home Chapel, Center, Texas.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Corey Mosby and wife Natasha Mosby
Derrick Mosby
Daughter, Tami Coleman and husband Byron
Grandchildren:
Ardreona Mosby
Rachel Coleman
Kylon Coleman
Mason Mosby
Tyler Mosby
Tra Mosby
Jasmine Mosby
Shaela Mosby
Courtney Dade
Kameron Coleman
Kennedi Peters
Brayden Williams
Mother, Willie Mae Ingram and husband Wyssie Ingram
Brother, Billy Ray McCoy
Sister, Willie Jean Ragster
Nieces:
Michelle Ragster Walter
LaShonia Ragster Gordan
Father of her children, Johnny Mosby
A host of uncles, aunts, cousins, family, and friends.
She loved her music of all types and shopping.
Bible verse: Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength. ~ Nehemiah 8:10
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
08/10/2023
Joe Clifton Hughes Jr., 62, of Center, Texas, passed away August 5, 2023.
A private family graveside will be held at Powdrill Cemetery in Shelby County.
Joe is the son of Miranda Jean Bailey and Darrell Bailey, and Joe Clifton Hughes Sr. He was a beloved father, brother, and son. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and riding his Harley-Davidson.
He is survived by:
Sons:
Eric
Shawn
Chris
One sister; four brothers and their wives; and lots of nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Powdrill Cemetery Fund, 549 Lakewood, Center, Texas, 75935.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/08/2023
Maria Baldwin Pleasant, 86, of Center, passed away Monday, August 7, 2023, in Center.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 13, 2023, at Woods Cemetery in Panola County. Pastor Pete Sellers will officiate.
Born August 7, 1937, in Guadalajara, Mexico, Maria is the daughter of Miguel Cejo and Sara Alba. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, and spending time with her family. Maria was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by:
Husband, Otis Pleasant of Center
Children:
Jim Baldwin of Center
Richard Baldwin (Susan) of Center
Sarah Hairgrove-Wells (Chris) of Marshall
Stepchildren:
Adam Pleasant (R.J) of Center
Chris Pleasant of Center
Sisters:
Mary Crouch of Austin
Irma Rick of Temecula, California
Brothers-in-law:
Mike Baldwin (Joan) of Center
Sam Baldwin (Shree) of Tenaha
Sister-in-law, Cecil
Grandchildren:
Brad Baldwin (Eva) of Center
Matthew Hairgrove of Houston
Jonathan Hairgrove (Jessica) of Marshall
Blaine Baldwin of Conroe
Beau Baldwin of Conroe
Great-grandchildren:
Madilyn and Masen Hairgrove of Marshall
Lilly, Olivia
Hudson Hairgrove of Marshall
Max, Caleb and Wes Livingston of Center
Step-grandchildren:
Emily Jackson (Jordan)
Justin Hearn
Cash Livingston (Caitlin)
Step-great-grandchildren, Nixon and Noah Jackson
Special friends:
Johnny and Sandy Mahan
Travis Snider
Preceded in death by husband, James E. Baldwin, Jr.; mother-in-law, Jessie Lee Baldwin; father-in-law, James E. Baldwin, Sr.; brother, Jesse Cejo; mother, Sara Alba; father, Miguel Cejo; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Jack Baldwin, Sandy Baldwin, Tony Barclay, Patricia Edmundson, and Leon Pleasant.
Honorary pallbearers will be Bradley Baldwin, Jonathan Hairgrove, Matthew Hairgrove, Beau Baldwin, Adam Pleasant, Chris Pleasant, Johnny Mahan, and Travis Snider.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to American Heart Association at www.heart.org
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/07/2023
Michael Wayne Whisenant, 45, of Center, passed away Saturday, August 5, 2023, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday night. Bro. Rusty Hall will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Michael Whisenant was born May 21, 1978, in Dallas, Texas. He was raised in Franklin, Texas, and spent his adult life in Center, Texas. Michael was a devoted dad to his four children and a coach to many others. He enjoyed spending his time teaching the sports he loved. When Michael wasn’t coaching he was on the sideline supporting his kids at every game he could attend. Michael was a hardworking man and spent most of his career working in the oilfield as a roughneck to provide for his children. Michael was loved by many and will forever be in our hearts.
He is survived by:
Children:
Kobe Whisenant
Kade Whisenant
Gracie Whisenant
Gabby Whisenant
Father, H.M. Whisenant and wife Kathy
Mother, Yvonne Booher
Brothers:
Matt Whisenant and wife Lisa
Sid Spindor and wife Kristiene
Sisters:
Emma Brieann Booher
Melissa Whisenant
Nieces and nephews:
Kolton Whisenant
Zoe and husband Josh Wilson
Stetson Armstrong
Numerous cousins and other extended family.
Preceded in death by his grandmother, Modena Fann; and uncle, Walter Whisenant.
Pallbearers will be Chris Smitherman, Robert Gabby, Clifton Whisenant, Brandon Bennett, Mike Galavez, Anthony Tomlin, and Tony Powdrill.
Honorary pallbearers will be Matt Whisenant, Sid Spindor, Kolton Whisenant, Gene Whisenant, and Nathan Mclean.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/04/2023
Gordon Andrew Welch, 64, of Shelbyville, Texas, passed away on July 31, 2023, in Center, Texas. He was born on October 26, 1958, in Dallas, Texas, to James Bird Welch and Sarah Judith (Sobert) Welch.
The Welches raised their boys with love, discipline, and an exceptional work ethic, which Gordon lived by his entire life. He was a man of few words, but what he did say was always honest and sincere. He enjoyed time in the outdoors, deer hunting in the fall and crappie fishing in the spring.
Gordon loved working with his hands, particularly with wood, and took great pleasure in the finished product of hours of meticulous craftsmanship. That attention to detail is best reflected in the wood finishes throughout the home he shared with his wife Debbie for thirty-five years. There, they raised a daughter, Lanie, who is her father’s daughter in every best sense of the word. When the time came, they welcomed into the family a son-in-law, Ryan, who Gordon loved, respected, and trusted completely to care for Lanie.
He accepted Christ as his Savior and was baptized at Clever Creek Baptist Church, where he served as deacon and in service to the Sunday School department and various committees. At the time of his death, he was a member of First Baptist Church in Center, where he attended the Andrew Class.
Gordon worked as Lead Area Service Technician – First Class Lineman for Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative, where he had been employed for almost 45 years. He cared about the men and women he worked with and about the people he served every day.
He is survived by:
Wife, Deborah Kennon Welch, of Shelbyville
Daughter, Lanie Welch Fitzgerald and Ryan of Levelland, TX
Brother, Roy Welch of Shelbyville
He was preceded in death by his parents, James B. Welch and Judy Welch; and brothers, James Nathan Welch and Norman Boyd Welch.
Funeral service will be held at Mangum Funeral Home, on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 10AM with Dr. Tim Watson and Bro. Teddy Hopkins officiating. Interment will follow at Clever Creek Cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Monday, August 7, 2023, from 6-8 PM at Mangum Funeral Home.
Pallbearers serving will be Johnny Brinson, Rick Foehner, John Kennon, Tommy Lee, Spencer McFarland, and Thomas Swearengen.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
08/03/2023
Matt Smith, age 65, of San Augustine, Texas, passed away Friday, July 21, 2023, at his residence.
He was born November 19, 1957, in Port Arthur, Texas, to parents Nay Oran Smith Sr. and Avey Smith.
He was self-employed and a building contractor for more than 46 years. He lived in San Augustine for 50 years. Matt was a member of the Go Texans for 20 years. He loved to hunt, cook, and garden. He attended the Cowboy Church.
His survivors include:
Fiance, Carol Cartwright of San Augustine
Son, Clint Cartwright of San Augustine
Daughters:
Cami Clement and Steve of Hampshire-Fannett, Texas
Chelsi Ellerbe and fiance Justin Klein of San Augustine
Siblings:
Nay Smith Jr. and wife Cathleen Channel Smith of San Augustine
Cindy Smith Watts and husband Ron Watts of Tyler
Seven grandchildren; a nephew; and two nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Nay Oran Smith Sr. and Avey Smith; and his daughter, Shena LaShele Smith.
Visitation will be held Friday, August 4, 2023, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, located at 316 W. Columbia Street in San Augustine, Texas.
Funeral services are set for 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow at Antioch Cemetery, located on Highway 147 North in San Augustine County.
Visit www.WymanRobertsFuneralHome.com for memories and condolences.
Services are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas.
08/02/2023
It is with great sadness that the family of Betty Louise Bradshaw announces her passing on July 29, 2023 in Conroe, Texas.
Betty was born on November 15, 1943 in Channelview, Texas to Clyde and Virginia Windham. On October 14, 1972, Betty married the love of her life, Jimmy Bradshaw. They were married for 50 loving years and she is now reunited with her beloved husband, who went to be with the Lord just 3 months ago. She was the mother of four children, daughters Alicia Willoughby and Darla Hughes and sons Michael Willoughby and Bo Bradshaw. Betty was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She had an impact on everyone who knew her. She was a devout Christian, making God and faith a priority in her and her family’s lives. This was illustrated with her and Jimmy’s final days, when Jimmy’s eyesight began to fail. Betty would sit in the afternoons and read the Bible to Jimmy and discuss their faith. She worked her entire life as a bookkeeper and accountant, while raising kids and maintaining a household and being a model wife. She was truly a dynamic woman, working in professional environments, then putting on her work clothes and working in the garden or catching catfish and crappie with the best of them. She thrived in every environment. She loved cooking and tending to her family and friends, working tirelessly to ensure everyone was fed and happy. She was the light and rock of her entire family and will be truly missed.
She is survived by:
Children:
Michael Willoughby and wife Dorrie of Germany
Darla Hughes and husband Brent of Houston
Bo Bradshaw and wife Susan of Joaquin
Sisters-in-law:
Billie Jean Henry of Longview
Ila Rae Williams of Lake Jackson, Texas
Grandchildren:
Ashlyn Sims and husband Matt Dillon of Woodland Park, Colorado
Kristyn Willoughby of Florissant, Colorado
Jeremy Williams of Hemphill
Taylor Wright and wife Elizabeth of Conroe
Bailee Bradshaw of Joaquin
Emilee Bradshaw of Joaquin
Jade Hughes of Houston
Great-Grandchildren:
Bradley and Nolan Sims of Woodland Park, Colorado
Brooks and Cayden Wright of Conroe
Reese Williams of Hemphill
A number of nieces, nephews and cousins, including Shauna Sanford, Nicole Bush, and Rex Ann Simmons.
Betty was predeceased by her loving husband of 50 years, Jimmy Bradshaw, daughter, Alicia Willoughby, brother, Robert Windham, and her parents, Clyde and Virginia Windham.
Pallbearers will be Michael Willoughby, Bo Bradshaw, Taylor Wright, Joey Lawson, Gale McClelland, Darrin Lout, Mark Leach, and Coby Barbee.
Honorary Pallbearers: Carl Davis Smith, Bill White, James White, and Mark Jackson.
Visitation will be held from 1:30 to 3:00, followed by the funeral service at 3:00 on August 6, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Bro. Chris Collins will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
08/01/2023
Shirley Jane Green, 82, passed away quietly at her home in Shelbyville with family on Tuesday, August 1, 2023.
Graveside service will be held at 10:30am, Thursday, August 3, 2023, at Carroll Cemetery in Shelbyville with Bro. Rob Merriman officiating.
Shirley was married to Edgar “Ed” Green for 52 years and they had three children, Mark, Mindy and Lacy.
Six grandchildren, Chris, Stephan, Savannah, Jimmy, Taylor and Megan. She had five great-grandchildren.
She will be forever remembered with love and respect by a grateful family.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
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