Obituaries
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
08/01/2023
Elmer Gene Richards, 54, of Center, passed away Monday, July 31, 2023, in Center.
Memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, August 4, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation one hour prior. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate.
Born November 9, 1968, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Elmer is the son of James William Richards and Jerelyn Windham Richards.
He is survived by:
Brothers:
Johnny Richards and wife Paula
Wayne Richards and wife Lucinda
Matthew Byrd
Numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by parents, James William Richards and Jerelyn Windham Richards.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/31/2023
David “Randy” Randle Dennis, 60, of Joaquin, passed away on July 30, 2023, Joaquin, Texas. He was born on January 4, 1963, in Center, Texas, to Albert Levi Dennis and Helen Joy Porter Dennis.
Funeral service will be held at Mangum Funeral Home, on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at 1pm with Bro. Eugene Bowden officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, from 6-8pm at Mangum Funeral Home.
Randy was born in Center, Texas. He later moved to Port Lavaca before returning home to Shelby County. He attended Joaquin High School. He met the love of his life on Valentine’s Day at an outing. The two were married just a few short months later in April 1982. They raised two wonderful children, Casey and Christopher.
Being one of eight children, Randy was a family man. He cherished times spent with his grandchildren, traveling with his sisters, and loving his wife and children. He was the kind of man that loved to aggravate those close to him. He was funny, cheerful, and kindhearted. Randy worked hard and did many things throughout life. He was a great mechanic. He enjoyed working cattle, driving tractors, and spending time with his dog, Moon Pie and cat, Buddy. Randy also loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing and camping.
He is survived by:
Loving wife, Deborah Dennis
Daughter: Casey Marie Dennis and friend Stacy Rogers
Son, Christopher Dennis and wife Amanda
Brothers:
Johnny Dennis
Willie Dennis and wife Deena
Shane Dennis and wife Wilma
Sisters:
Judy Smith and husband Jay
Debra Perry
Diane Carroll and husband Dewey
Gege Byrd and husband Steven
Grandchildren:
Riley Dennis
Bryce Dennis
Hudson Dennis
Special friend, David Adkison
Special friend and adopted daughter, Arcelli IIaida Porter
A host of friends that will miss him dearly.
Randy is preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Helen Dennis; father and mother-in-law, Tye and Ann Brittain; brother-in-law, Donald Perry; and special friends, Jake Porter, Kim Porter, and Sandy King.
Pallbearers serving will be Stacy Rogers, David Adkison, Brandon Byrd, Dusten Byrd, Draper Carroll, David Cheatwood, Jack Brittain, and Shannon Langford.
Honorary pallbearers serving will be Johnny Brittain, Pete Estes, Keith Lane, James O. Davis, Ronnie Brittain, and Scotty Pate.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/31/2023
Camo Lee Morton, 17, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on July 27, 2023, in Timpson, Texas. He was born on December 13, 2005, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Cheyenne Morton.
Funeral services will be held at 2pm on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church in Gary, Texas with Bro. Jared Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Corinth Cemetery, Timpson, Texas.
A visitation will be held prior to the service from 12 noon to 2pm on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church.
Camo was an exceptional person. He was an “amazing” student at Gary ISD and Timpson ISD, friend, son, and grandson. Camo enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing guitar, taking the tires off his truck and putting them back on every chance he got, and most of all, hanging out with friends. He had a way of making friends easily. He was a friend to all and treated everyone with love and respect. He had a free spirit and always lived in the moment. Camo had a bright and vibrant soul which illuminated any room. His laughter and smile always seemed to bring joy to those around him. Camo looked up to his dad and learned more from him than anyone else.
Camo is survived by:
Father, Cheyenne Morton and Jill Tiller
Sisters:
Kaylin Melton
Kelsey Blakely
Brylie Tiller
Grandparents:
Ronnie Morton
Tammy Comeaux
Doris Morton
Jimmy Atterson
Jan Cartier
Great-grandmother, Anna Sisco
God parents, Debra and Ronnie Joe Smith
Numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins
A host of friends.
He is preceded in death by his great-grandfathers, JT Morton, Bobby Jo Morton, Frank Sisco, Bobby Joe Smith; great-grandmother, Mary (Bunny) Fougeron and uncle, John P. Morton.
Serving as pallbearers will be Morgan Rabon III, Denim Smith, Caleb Smith, James Cauthron, Kooper Dawson, and Bryan Robles. Honorary pallbearers are Kannon Wheless, Kendell Mardis, Caitlynn Ayers, Cole Cauthron, Ronnie Joe Smith, Jimmy Atterson, and Brandon Smith.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net.
07/31/2023
Frederick Dewayne Gardner, Jr., 15 of Center, died on July 28, 2023, in Logansport, Louisiana. Frederick, Jr. was born to Frederick Dewayne Gardner, Sr. and LaTasha Rochelle Brumley Gardner on March 25, 2008.
Funeral service will on August 5, 2023, at 1pm. Funeral service has been moved from Central Baptist Church to Triumph the Church and Kingdom of God in Christ, 908 Daniels Street, Center, Texas 75935. Rev Desmond Johnson will officiate.
. Committal is at Westview Cemetery Center, Texas. Repass is at Pineywoods Outreach Center located 255 Hayle Drive, Center, Texas 75935.
Visitation is Friday, August 4, 2023, at Hicks Chapel from the hours of 5pm to 8pm.
Frederick Jr. would have been an upcoming Freshman at Center High School. Frederick Jr. was active in basketball and track. Go Riders!
Frederick Jr. is survived by:
Parents:
Frederick Dewayne Gardner Sr. of Center
LaTasha Rochelle Brumley Gardner of Kountze
Brothers:
Jamarion Mitchell of Kountze
Marcus Gardner of Center
Grandparents:
Frederick E. Gardner and Stella Faye Gardner of Center
LaWanda Polley of Center
Milton Fields of Center
Helen Brumley of Beaumont
Uncles:
Eric Gardner of Center
CaDarius Gardner of Center
Milton Brumley of Lumberton
Tyvan Brumley of Beaumont
Aunts:
LaTrisa Barkins (Jeremy, Frederick Jr’s Godfather) of Center
Janella Brumley of Beaumont
Great-Uncles:
Rev. Billy E. Gardner (Margie) of Lufkin
C.W. (Levady) Gilliaspie of Center
Benny Gilliaspie of Center
Thomas (Waundylan) Gardner of Houston
Jerry (Cheryl) Gardner of Ft. Worth
Tommie L. Latham of Center
Great-Aunts:
Ester Mae Singleton of Longview
Myrtis McClelland of Center
Helen (Howard) McCowin of Center
Della (Bobby) Johnson of Center
Sharon Polley of Center
Barbara Polley
Talicia Polley of Nacogdoches
Great-Great-Uncles:
Lucky (Wilda) Gardner of Center, Texas
Jack Cartwright
Great-Great-Aunt:
Ivey Nell Johnson of Shelbyville
Betty Sanders (John) of Center
Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935. Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net.
07/27/2023
Marlin W. (Pete) Bailey, 76, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023, in Shelbyville.
Graveside service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, July 29, 2023, at Liberty Hill Cemetery in San Augustine County.
Born December 17, 1946, Pete is the son of Marlin Eugene Bailey and Cecil Lois Long Bailey. He provided for his family by driving a truck for many years. Pete loved all kinds of animals, raised chickens, pigs, and goats, and also managed to become a master gardener. He was a wonderful dad to his children. Pete was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Shelbyville.
He is survived by:
Children:
Carl Wayne Bailey and wife Brenda
Misty McDaniel and husband Brad
Jeannee M. Conway and husband Carey
Curtis Ray Bailey and wife Emmie
Justin Taylor Bailey and wife Kaitlyn
18 grandchildren
11 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by his wife, Judy Faye Parker Bailey; daughter, Belinda Boren; grandson, Colby Bailey; parents, Eugene Bailey and Cecil Lois Long Bailey; brother, James Earl Bailey; and sister, Ima Jean Hawkins.
Pallbearers will be Russell McLaughin, Matt McLaughin, Bailey McLaughin, Andy McLaughin, Justin Bailey, and Ryan Bailey.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
07/27/2023
Nora Dean Holloway, age 89, of Denning, Texas, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at Legacies Care Center in Hemphill, Texas.
A graduate of Chireno High School, Mrs. Holloway was born October 7, 1933, in Chireno, Texas, to parents Joshua and Nonie Mae (Foreman) Phillips and was a lifelong resident of the area. She had worked at several local retail businesses throughout the years and was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church.
Nora Dean enjoyed quilting and canning. She was an avid "42" player and also spent countless hours as a caretaker for elderly and sick in the community.
Her survivors include:
Daughter and son-in-law, Sheila and Ronnie Murdock of Nacogdoches
Sons and daughters-in-law:
Ricky and Jeanne Holloway of Chireno
Byron and Patsy Holloway of Denning
Sisters and brothers-in-law:
Willean Conte of Atlanta, New York
Lucille and Doyle Burnett of Huntington
Ethel and Kenneth Sims of Lufkin
Granddaughters:
Heather Hull
Nina Holloway
Grandsons:
Gregg Murdock
Ronald Murdock
Howdy Murdock
Josh Holloway
Caleb Holloway
Harley Holloway
18 great-grandchildren
One great-great-grandchild
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joshua and Mae Phillips; brother, Homer Phillips; and sisters, Pauline Spinks and Ruby Collins.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday, July 30, 2023, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas.
Funeral services are set for 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 31, 2023, at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel in San Augustine. Committal service and interment will follow at Lower Chireno Cemetery, located off FM 95 South in Chireno, Texas.
Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers and granddaughters as honorary pallbearers.
The family would like to express a special thank you to Legacies Care Center of Hemphill, Dr. Gergory Backofen and his staff, and Hospice Plus for their tender loving care of our mother.
Visit www.WymanRobertsFuneralHome.com for memories and condolences. Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas.
07/26/2023
Angie Mae Sparks Barnett, 78, passed away Friday, July 14, 2023.
A viewing will be held on Friday, July 28, 2023 from 1pm until 6pm at Friendship Baptist Church, 23031 CR 2183 N, Tatum, Texas 75691. Service will be held Saturday, July 29 at 11am at Friendship Baptist Church with interment following at Rather Cemetery, Shelbyville, Texas.
Services are under the direction of Harmon and Harmon Funeral Associates, 208 E. Main St., Ore City, Texas 75683.
07/25/2023
Dyan Grabbs, 62, of Winona, Texas went to her forever home and to be with her Lord and savior July 23, 2023 at 6:40 a.m. where her husband Michael Grabbs and father Ramon Jamison welcomed her with open arms along with many others.
Dyan was born October 8, 1960 in Shelby County to Ramon Jamison and Rani Fleming Jamison and was eagerly welcomed by her big sister Kim Jamison. 7 years later would come the baby brother Al.
At the age of 20 Dyan worked at the radio station in Center, Texas and had her first child Nikki, whom she said showed her true love. At the age of 4 Nikki received a baby brother Bradley who was definitely the baby.
In September of 1993 Dyan married the true love of her life, Michael and moved to Winona, Texas. They shared a once in a lifetime love.
In 1998 Casey was born and changed everything. He then became the most important thing to Dyan and Michael.
On September 13th, 2021 Dyan lost the love of her life and soulmate, Michael when he was called to go home to his Lord and savior.
From there Dyan went into a depression and her health deteriorated losing her companion of 28 years.
Our mother is finally reunited with her love, dancing on those streets of gold with our daddy.
Dyan leaves behind:
Children:
Casey Lake Grabbs of Winona, Texas
Angela Nichole Cline and husband Nick of Kilgore
Richard Bradley Jernigan and wife Cynthia of Tyler
Granddaughters:
Alexis Diane Prewit and husband Jc Prewit of Tyler
Bailey Jernigan of Tyler
Joscelyn Jernigan of Tyler
Great-granddaughters:
Blakeley Raine
Paisley Prewit
Mother, Rani Fleming Jamison of Center
Sister, Kim Jamison and wife Kayla Hester of Giddings
Brother, Alfred Jamison and wife Debbie of Lufkin
Catherine Causey, mother of Bailey and Joscelyn who will always be considered her daughter-in-law.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 28, 2023 at 3 in the afternoon at Croley Funeral Home in Gladewater, Texas with interment to follow at Starrville Cemetery.
07/24/2023
Dixie Ruth Taylor, 81, of Rosenberg, Texas, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 22, 2023, surrounded by loved ones in Rosenberg, Texas. She was born on October 18, 1941, in Lone Cedar, Texas, between Center and Joaquin to Richard Wagstaff and Janie Huff Wagstaff.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at 10AM at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas with L.D. Eddins officiating. Interment will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery.
Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 9AM at Mangum Funeral Home.
She married Joe H. Taylor in 1958 and raised 3 children. The family resided in Louisiana for many years until settling in Rosenburg, Texas. Dixie drove the school bus for Lamar CISD until retirement and then drove the school bus for Needville ISD for many more years. Following the passing of her husband Joe after 58 years of marriage, Dixie married Ralph Barnes of Rosenberg until his passing a few years later.
Dixie was a member of Avenue N Church of Christ in Rosenberg, Texas. For the past few years Dixie has resided in Fort Bend Healthcare Center in Rosenberg, Texas battling a lengthy illness.
Survived by:
Sons:
Richard H. Taylor Sr. and wife Susie of Damon, Texas
William E. Taylor of Rosenburg, Texas
Daughter,
Donna Taylor Wilson and husband Craig of Sargent, Texas
Grandchildren,
Rick Taylor and Jenifer Norville of Needville, Texas
Joani Taylor Masliah and husband Romain of Sulniac, France
Tammy Taylor Lopez and husband Daniel of Rosenberg, Texas
Megan Taylor Brenner and husband Eric of Yokosuka, Japan
Trevor Preuss of Wallis, Texas
Kaitlyn Preuss Smyth and husband Josh of Wallis, Texas
9 Great-Grandchildren
Dixie is preceded in death by her husbands, Joe Howard Taylor, Ralph Barnes; parents, Richard E. Wagstaff and Janie Huff Wagstaff Hughes; daughters, Beverly Jane Taylor, Laura Jane Taylor; sisters, Francis Rendon and Mary Clark.
Pallbearers serving will be Bill Taylor, Richard Taylor, Patrick Layton, Rene Rendon, Daniel Lopez, Aiden Lopez, and Craig Wilson.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/25/2023
Dustin Mikel Sanford, 33, of Center, was taken to heaven by angels on July 21, 2023. Although he was taken so young, we know he is at peace now. Dustin will be so dearly missed by all that knew and loved him.
Visitation will be held from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday, July 28, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at Noon, Saturday, July 29, 2023, at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Dustin was looking forward to all of the changes and new beginnings in his life. His happiest moments and times in life were the times he spent with his daughter, Gracie Bug. There wasn’t a second in any given day that he wasn’t thinking about his daughter.
Dustin absolutely loved playing with his remote control cars with his friend, David. Dustin loved going out in the boat, riding four-wheelers, hunting, and most of all, spending time with his family that he loved so much.
Left to cherish his memory is:
Mother who loved him so dearly, Sandy Sanford and fiancé Keith Shields of Center
Daughter, Micah Grace Sanford of Center
Brother, Bradley Richards (Duck) and fiancé Lora Harrell of Center
Sisters:
Nikki Postell and husband, Ben of Center
Montana Windham and husband, Julian of LaPorte
Lexie Sanford and her mother, Misty Yencho of Houston
Uncles:
Chris Tyre of Center
Chucky Tyre and Mandy of Huxley
Robert Sanford of Tennessee
David Sanford and Shauna of Center
Aunts:
Betty Byrd and husband Bill of Channelview
Linda McCauley and O’Neal of Nacogdoches
Oveta Pyburn and James of Tennessee
Vada Skelton and Jimmy of Garrison
Jeannie Moore of Groveton
Many cousins and friends who loved Dustin
Special friends, David and Sheila Holbrook
Nieces and nephews:
Kiersten Layne Richards
Bradley Connor Richards
Paisley Windham
Mason Windham
Preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Charles and Mary Tyre; nephew, Bradley Kent Richards; cousin, Patrick Dustin Tyre; father, Mikel Wayne Sanford; paternal grandparents, Robert and Nell Sanford; aunt and uncle; Adaa and Granville Rasberry; and uncle, W.C. Sanford.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/25/2023
Norma Gene Bates, 74, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on July 24, 2023, surrounded by loved ones in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was born on February 15, 1949, in Center, Texas, to the late Aaron Avery Blount Sr. and Girtuce Parker Blount.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at Mangum Funeral Home from 6-8PM.
Graveside service will be held at 10AM on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Willow Grove Cemetery, Joaquin, Texas, with Bro. Joe Halliway officiating.
Norma was born and raised in Shelby County. She graduated from Joaquin High School. Norma married the love of her life, Conald Webb Bates, on July 13, 1967, and the two were blessed with over 54 years together before his passing in 2022. Norma took great pride in raising her son Michael. Norma loved spending time with her family and her grandchildren. She enjoyed tending to her flowers. Norma had the greatest green thumb. She could grow anything. She loved her furry companion “Lucky” as they took care of one another. Norma loved the Lord and enjoyed time spent with her church family at Fellowship Baptist Church.
She is survived by:
Son, Michael Bates and wife Julie
Grandson, Zachary Bates
Grandson-in-law, Ryan Felder
Sisters:
Mickie Shull
Sandra Stephens and husband Jimmy
A host of family of friends that will miss her dearly.
Norma is preceded in death by her husband, Webb Bates; infant daughter, Meta Michelle Bates; granddaughter, Kara Bates-Felder; sister, Clara Ann Touchstone; and brother, Aaron Blount Jr.
Pallbearers serving will be Lynn Stephens, Earnest Claybrook, Gunner Claybrook, Dale Blount, Lane Bates, and James Leggett.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/25/2023
Brenda Marie Cassell, 61, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023, in Shelbyville.
Funeral service will be held at 10am, Friday, July 28, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at Dunnigan Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born July 28, 1961, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Brenda is the daughter of James Vaught and Wanda Ezernack Vaught. She attended East Hamilton Baptist Church.
She is survived by:
Husband, Randy Cassell of Shelbyville
Sister, Cindy Lowe and husband James
Brother, James “J.C.” Vaught and wife Chelsie
Preceded in death by her parents, James Vaught and Wanda Ezernack Vaught.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/18/2023
Robert Allen Larson, 80 of Joaquin, Texas, passed away Monday, July 17, 2023, in Tyler, Texas.
A memorial service will be planned at a later date.
Born October 4, 1942, Robert is the son of Wilma Larson. He was married to Corinne Larson (divorced) and had three daughters. Robert worked as a line cook and manager of multiple restaurants around Faribault, MN. Robert enjoyed playing guitar, going to concerts, and collecting coins and stamps. He cherished the time he spent with his family and many friends.
He is survived by:
Daughters:
Tanya Davis and husband Danny
Lynn Larson
Dionne Hankins and husband Micah
Grandchildren:
Mason Davis
Joshua Larson
Jacob Stehlik
Jordan Larson
Jaxson Hankins
Jonah Hankins
Mother of their children, Corinne Larson
Great friends:
Charlie Samons
Dale Caron
Dale Schwartz
Preceded in death by mother, Wilma Larson; and great friends Leonard and Goldie Sorbel.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/18/2023
Lon L. Biggers, 73 of Missouri City, Texas, died Wednesday, July 12, 2023. He was born to the late Andrew and Johnnie Biggers in San Augustine, Texas on October 20, 1949.
Lon was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Mae Pearl Price Biggers in October of 2020.
Funeral service will be held at New Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 4711 Kelley Street, Houston, Texas 77026, under the leadership of Pastor Christopher Moore on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at 10am. Committal is at Haley Bush Cemetery in San Augustine, Texas, Bland Lake Community.
Visitation is from 9am until 10am prior to the funeral service at New Mount Calvary MBC, 4711 Kelley Street, Houston, Texas 77026.
He is survived by:
Children:
Kenneth Price of Missouri City, Texas
Stanley Price of Missouri City, Texas
Vermona Price of Missouri City, Texas
Tarsha Boykin of Missouri City, Texas
10 Grandchildren
6 Great-Grandchildren
Siblings:
Willie F. Garrett of San Augustine
Alton Biggers of San Augustine
LeRoy Biggers of Tyler
For more detailed announcement visit: https://www.barkleyfuneralhome.com. Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary of Center and Barkley Memorial Funeral Home of Houston.
07/18/2023
Bonnie Baggett, 85, of Center, passed away Saturday, July 15, 2023, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, July 20, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, July 21, 2023, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Bob Baggett officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Born November 22, 1937, in Shelby County, Bonnie is the daughter of Calvin Roy Belsha and Nellie Mae Spratley Belsha.
She is survived by:
Son, Curtis Baggett and wife Sherry
Grandchildren:
Delainey Baggett
Desirae Perry
Cody Baggett
Brandon Childs
6 great-grandchildren
4 great great grandchildren
Sister, Nelwyn Ables
Numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and other family and friends
Preceded in death by husband, John T. Baggett; son Kenneth Baggett; parents, Calvin Roy Belsha and Nellie Mae Spratley Belsha; brothers, Howard Belsha, Lamar Belsha, and Calvin Belsha; and sister, Reva Pugh.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/18/2023
Billy Paul Nolan, 61, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed into his new life on July 18, 2023, Fort Worth, Texas. He was born on August 27, 1961, to William Paul Nolan and Billie Maxine Williams Nolan.
Funeral service will be held at 10AM on Friday, July 21, 2023, at Mangum Funeral Home with Bro. Chris Collins officiating. Interment will follow at McClelland Cemetery.
Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 9AM at Mangum Funeral Home.
This article is copied from Shelby County Today without permission.
Bill lived his entire life in Fort Worth Texas. He graduated from Haltom High School in 1979. He took several courses in Diesel Mechanics. He was employed with Marcuse & Son for over 22 years where he served as a diesel mechanic and shop foreman. Bill loved East Texas and his grandpa and Grandma Williams. He especially enjoyed going to Toledo Bend and eating catfish at the local restaurant and wandering on the backroads. He was a kind, caring individual. He will truly be missed by his mom, Maxine, and Ms. Rene Watts and family of Fort Worth who were his caring and loving family also.
This article is copied from Shelby County Today without permission.
Bill is survived by his mother, Maxine Nolan.
He is preceded in death by his father, William Paul Nolan.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
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