Obituaries
01/04/2023
Robert Clayton Thompson, 54, of Center, Texas, passed away on January 3, 2023, in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born on November 30, 1968, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to W.C. Thompson and Susan (Driver) Johnson.
Funeral service will be held at 11am on Friday, January 6, 2023, at Mangum Funeral Home with Bro. Don Moore and Bro. Chris Collins officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 5, 2023, from 5-7PM at Mangum Funeral Home. Interment will follow at McClelland Cemetery.
Clay Thompson was raised in Huxley and he graduated from Marshall High School. The year of 1993 he met his soulmate, Donna, although it took her many years to see that he too was her soulmate. Six years later they finally reconnected and in April of 2001 he asked her to marry him. The two were united on September 15, 2001. Through the years they have been blessed with three wonderful children who were the light of his life. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend. His children and grandchildren were very special to him. He cherished every single moment spent with them and enjoyed watching them grow into the adults they have become. Nothing, however, could beat spending time with his grandchildren, Zayden and Koa. He was certainly a proud Papaw. The love he has for each of them was out of this world. Clay was a welder over the years and worked hard to always provide for his family. On his days off he enjoyed spending time with his family. His daughter, Marissa, was definitely daddy’s little girl and those two had an unbreakable bond. He looked forward to all the days when she, Zayden, and Koa would come over to be with them. Clay was so proud of her and her two boys. He also never missed an opportunity to hunt with Seth and Gage. He also enjoyed hunting with friends Ronald, Cameron, Rodney, and a host of others. If he wasn’t hunting then most of the time you could find him roping or at rodeos for Gage and Seth. He enjoyed roping with Gage and Seth, his dad W.C., his brother Javey, friend Ronald, and many others. He was blessed to spend his last days hunting which he loved. Precious time was spent on the back porch visiting with his kids while drinking his favorite, a cold Dr. Pepper and smoking Marlboro Lights. Those that knew Clay knew he was a simple man that loved Donna and his children immensely.
He is survived by:
Loving wife, Donna
Father, W.C. Thompson
Mother, Susan Johnson and husband Jerry
Children:
Marissa Suzanne Thompson
Clayton Gage Thompson
Cody Seth Thompson
Brothers:
Glen Thompson and wife, Heather
Javey Jamison and wife Jamie
Grandchildren:
Zayden Williams
Koa Harp
Mother-in-law, Sonya Golden and husband Rodney
Father-in-law, Tommy Hicks
Special family:
Paige Shedd
Allison Robbins
Kolt Harp
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.
Clay is preceded in death by his grandmother, Bessie Lanier; and grandfathers, Kenneth “Pap” Thompson and Fred Driver.
Pallbearers serving will be Javey Jamison, Ronald Stone, Cameron Hutto, Glen Thompson, Dylan Thomas, and Roger Patton.
Honorary pallbearers serving will be Shiloh Stone, Paul Thompson, Austin Patton, and Coby Barbee.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
01/04/2023
Ethel Mae (Scott) Moreland, 89, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on December 30, 2022, in Carthage, Texas. She was born on October 27, 1933, in Rayville, Louisiana, to the late E.A. and Rosa (Hagood) Scott.
Funeral services will be at 10:00 am Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas, officiated by Bro. Carroll Jones. Interment will follow at Corinth Cemetery, Timpson, Texas. A visitation will be held from 9:00 to 10:00 am on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
Ethel married Jimmie Burk Moreland on June 19, 1953, in Pickering, Louisiana. She enjoyed gardening, canning, and working in her flower beds. She volunteered at the Timpson Genealogy Library for many years. She loved talking with people.
Ethel is survived by:
Children:
Judy Ann Marlow of Burleson, Texas
Larry Burk Moreland and wife Donna of Timpson
Linda Moreland of Azle, Texas
She was also proud of 8 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren.
She is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Ethel is preceded in death by her loving husband of over 67 years, her parents, one sister, Belle Brobst, and one brother, Buddy Scott.
Serving as pallbearers are Timothy Brookshire, Jimmie Moreland, Danny Price, Chad Moreland, Jarod Moreland, and Bryan Moreland. Honorary pallbearers are Sage Lancaster, David Brookshire, Devin Moreland, Eric Moreland, Kolby Moreland, Karter Moreland, and Cody Baugher.
She will be greatly missed by all.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net.
01/03/2023
John Waymon Cotton, age 52, born July 26, 1970, in Center, Shelby, County, Texas to the late Francis Louise Garner Cotton and Rev. R. L. Cotton, passed away, December 26, 2022 in West Texas.
Funeral service is 11am on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at Greater Barbour’s Chapel Baptist Church, 7420 Hwy 1765, Texas City, TX 77591 with Pastor, Rev. Kenneth L. Cotton, Eulogist. Burial is Monday, January 9, 2023 at Pine Grove Cemetery, Nacogdoches, Texas.
Visitations is from 12 noon until 8pm on Friday, January 6, 2023 at Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Dr. Nacogdoches, TX.
He leaves to cherish his memories:
Loving wife, Willie Mae “LeeLee” Cotton of Houston
Sons:
Leon, of Louisiana
John “Tyvae’ of Houston
Daughters:
Jonmonique of Houston
Elaisha Jonea of Louisiana
Loving Daddy, Rev. R. L. Cotton of Nacogdoches
Siblings:
Sister, Joyce (John) Taylor of Jasper
Brother, Bishop Bennie Lee (Peggy) Oliphant of Inkster, Michigan
Sister, Lois (James) Davis of Houston
Sister, Evangelist Marilyn Cotton of Nacogdoches
Brother, Reggie Lamar Cotton (Deborah) of Nacogdoches
Brother, Claude (Tonnia) of Houston
Brother, Noel D. Cotton of Nacogdoches
5 grandchildren: Leah, Tyrion, Zyair, Carlson and Liam
3 god children: JaVion, JaCoby and Kaylee
Sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, and a host of uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
Services are under the direction of Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Dr. Nacogdoches, Texas.
10/02/2023
Avis Louise “Tootsie” Greer, formerly of the Dreka Community, born on January 30, 1930, was called to her heavenly home on December 30, 2022 at the age of 92 in Nacogdoches, TX.
Louise was born & raised in Huxley, Texas to the late Jim Fred Campbell and Callie (Furlow) Campbell. She was one of twelve children in her family. She was a graduate of Shelbyville High School. Louise married O.L. “Billy” Greer on January 10, 1948 and the two spent over 40 years raising two sons and as business owners working alongside one another before his passing in 1991. She was a devoted christ follower, daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. There was not a soul that would leave her presence without a full belly, a warm heart, and her signature hand squeeze. She enjoyed traveling, singing gospel hymns, and her Dallas Cowboys. Louise loved hosting and spending time with her family. Her grandchildren & her home were her pride and joy. She had many close friends in the community and cherished her work family at H & R Block where she worked until almost 80 years of age. Louise loved the Lord, she served him in many ways and was a long-time faithful member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.
Visitation & funeral service will be held at Mangum Funeral Home on Thursday, January 5, 2023, beginning at 10AM. Funeral service will directly follow at 11AM with Bro. Kevin Windham officiating. Interment to follow at Strong Cemetery, Huxley, Texas.
The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Westward Trails Nursing & Rehabilitation and to Harbor Hospice for the excellent care she was provided in her final weeks.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Strong Cemetery, P O Box 1383, Center, Texas 75935 or Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.
We invite friends and family to share your precious memories with us. Please use this link Precious Memories- Louise Greer "Tootsie"
Louise is Survived by:
Son, Billy Earl Greer
Siblings:
Crit Campbell
Kay Ballard & husband Stan
Daughters:
Judy Greer
LaRee Greer
Grandchildren:
Brad Greer
Robin Greer
Tiffani Noble & husband Zach
Bryan Greer
Abby Lawson & husband Craig
Great-grandchildren:
Ryan Greer & wife Emily
Patrick Greer & wife Cayli
KaLa Kirkley
William Greer
Faith Kirkley
Grace Kirkley
Avery Lawson
Jettah Greer
Deacon Greer
Aubree Lawson
Camden Lawson
Ace Noble
Six (6) Great-great-grandchildren
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of extended family & friends.
Louise is preceded in death by her husband, O.L. “Billy” Greer; son, Richard Greer; parents, Jim Fred and Callie Campbell; and several brothers and sisters.
Pallbearers are Brad Greer, Robin Greer, Bryan Greer, Ryan Greer, Patrick Greer, William Greer, Zach Noble, & Craig Lawson.
Visitation & funeral service will be held at Mangum Funeral Home on Thursday, January 5, 2023, beginning at 10AM. Funeral service will directly follow at 11AM with Bro. Kevin Windham officiating. Interment to follow at Strong Cemetery, Huxley, Texas.
The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Westward Trails Nursing & Rehabilitation and to Harbor Hospice for the excellent care she was provided in her final weeks.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Strong Cemetery, P O Box 1383, Center, Texas 75935 or Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.
We invite friends and family to share your precious memories with us. Please use this link Precious Memories- Louise Greer "Tootsie"
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
01/02/2023
Gary Gene Hubenak, 70, of Center, passed away December 29, 2022, in Center.
Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, January 6, 2023, at Waterman Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born January 13, 1952, Gary is the son of Annie Mae Parma Hubenak and Benjamin Hubenak.
Survivored by:
Sister, Doris and husband Daniel Jaramillo Sr.
Brother-in-law, James Gilbert
Nieces and Nephews:
Jamie and David Gilbert
John Metyko and wife Patricia
Elizabeth Jaramillo
Nick Jaramillo and wife Christina
Daniel Jaramillo Jr.
Great-niece, Camillo Metyko
Aunts:
Dorothy Broussard
Mary Parma
Longtime friends, Debbie and Robby Patterson.
Preceded in death by his parents, Annie Mae Parma Hubenak and Benjamin Hubenak; and sister, Patricia Gilbert; uncle, Johnnie Parma; and cousins, Jan Wallis and Patty Bays.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
01/02/2023
Jose Carmen Rios, 86, of Center, passed away Saturday, December 31, 2022, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 2, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center, with internment following at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 1, 2023 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home.
Born August 11, 1936, in Guanajuato, Mexico, Jose is the son of Higinio Rios and Guadalupe Torres.
He is survived by:
Children:
Maria Rios
Javier Rios
Angel Rios
David Rios
21 grandchildren
Host of nieces and nephews and other family members.
Preceded in death by his wife, Margarita Barcenas; son, Higinio Rios; and grandson, Carlos Rios.
Pallbearers will be Adan Rios, Cristian Rios, Carmelo Rios, and Salvador Palomares.
Honorary pallbearers will be Angel Rios, and David Rios.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
12/29/2022
Mary Hutto, 86, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2022, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, December 30, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 31, 2022, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Paul Silvey and Bro. Shawn Thrapp officiating. Interment will follow at Sholar Cemetery in Joaquin.
Born October 8, 1936, in Oklahoma, Mary is the daughter of Vernice Dawson Walker and Kinley Walker. She loved sewing, being in the yard, and spending time with her babies. Mary was a member of First Baptist Church in Joaquin and the Ladies Auxiliary-Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department.
She is survived by:
Daughters:
Ann and husband Tommy Boyett of Joaquin
Kay and husband David Cunningham of Logansport, Louisiana
Grandchildren:
Jeremy Boyett and wife Sue Sue
Justin Boyett and wife Katie
Alicia and husband Stephan Carroll
Savanna and husband Jake Pitts
Great grandchildren:
Bella, Avery, Cason, Aubree, Ellie, Cohen, Alyssa, Easton, Ainsley, Levi, and Lisa.
Preceded in death by husband, Jim C. Hutto; parents, Kinley Walker and Vernice Dawson Walker; siblings, Geneva Horn, K.E. (Sonny) Walker, Ray Kenneth Walker, Marvin Glenn Walker, and Connie Straus; and grandchildren, Bradley Cade Boyett and Mary Danielle Boyett.
Pallbearers will be Patrick McKim, Jeremy Boyett, Justin Boyett, Jake Pitts, Rusty Wilson, and Stephen Ewing. Honorary pallbearers will be Tony Pugh, Brock Pugh, Ronald Pugh, Jackson Cater, Jayden Cater, and Steve Cockrell.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
12/29/2022
Danny Earl Steadman, 65 of Tenaha, passed away Sunday, December 18, 2022 at Longview Regional Medical Center. He was born January 4, 1957, to Vertis E. Steadman (Black gal) and James E. McClure (Bubba) in Tenaha, Texas by midwife. He was the oldest of eight children.
Funeral service is at 1pm on Saturday, December 31, 2022 at Pleasant Hill C.M.E. Church, Tenaha, Texas. Lay-in-state is from 12 noon until 1pm at Pleasant Hill C.M.E. Church.
As a young child, Danny attended Pleasant Hill CME Methodist Church, Woods Post Office, TX (Panola County). He attended the Tenaha Independent School District until his mother moved the family to Houston where he attended the Houston Independent School District. Danny graduated from Sam Houston High School in 1976.
Danny leaves to cherish his memories:
Daughters: Angelia and Taneisa
Grandchildren: Christasha, Teambria, Christopher Jr. and Brooklyn
Great-grandchild, Kysen
Siblings:
Larry Steadman (Tammy)
Joyce Lang (Gary)
Wendy Hobley (Wendell)
Randy Steadman (Joan)
Brenda Steadman (Cobin)
Tonny Steadman
Teronda Reynolds (Maurice) of Houston
James McClure of Houston
Mattie Fields of Killeen
Deborah McClure
Maxine Berry (Anthony)
Elvis McClure
Kenneth McClure of Tenaha
Aubrey McClure of Timpson
A host of nieces, nephews, and cousins
Preceded in death by sister-in-law, Theretha McClure (wife of James McClure), and brother-in-law, Dennis Fields, Sr. (husband of Mattie Fields).
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center, Texas.
12/29/2022
Almeria Bernadette Harris McClelland, 47 of Tenaha, gained her wings on Sunday, December 25, 2022.
The homecoming celebration for Almeria will be 12 noon on Friday, December 30, 2022 at Shady Grove Gary Baptist Church. The repast will be at A&E in Carthage after the family lays her to rest at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Woods Community.
Almeria is preceded in death by her parents, King Smith, Elijah Weatherton, and Mattie Weatherton; grandparents, Junior Harris and Ada Duncan Smith.
Left to cherish her memories are:
Husband, Charles McClelland
Siblings:
Enoch Harris
Laketia Guinn
Melissa Harris
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center, Texas.
12/28/2022
Kymron Rashard Davis, 16 of San Augustine, Texas departed this physical life on, December 26, 2022, at CHI-St. Luke Memorial Hospital in Lufkin, Texas. He was born August 29, 2006.
Funeral service is 2pm Saturday, December 31, 2022 in the San Augustine High School Gym. Interment is at Buckley Cemetery.
Viewing is from 2pm until 6pm on Friday, December 30, 2022 at Garner and Son Chapel.
Survivors:
Mother, LaQuisha Garrett of San Augustine, Texas
Father, James Brooks of Houston, Texas
Maternal Grandmother, Mary Garrett of San Augustine, Texas
Paternal Grandmother, Rozella Brooks of Houston, Texas
Sisters:
Kiarra Martin of San Augustine, Texas
Jasmin Martin of San Augustine, Texas
Caylah Brooks of Houston, Texas
A host of Aunts, other relatives, and friends.
12/27/2022
Shirley Ann Holman Jackson, age 68, of Nacogdoches, Texas departed this physical life on, December 21, 2022, in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born April 6, 1954.
Funeral Service is 11am on Saturday, December 31, 2022 at True Vine Baptist Church. Interment is at Greer Cemetery. Viewing is from 1pm until 6pm on Friday, December 30, 2022 at Garner and Son Chapel.
She is survived by:
Husband, Dennis Jackson of San Augustine, Texas
Daughter, Sonya Jackson of Nacogdoches, Texas
2 Grandchildren
Brothers:
Johnnie Holman (Winnie) of San Augustine, Texas
Jamie Holman (Dorothy) of Center, Texas
Sister, Joyce Allen (Danny) of Center, Texas
A host of nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends.
Services are under the direction of Percy Garner and Son Mortuary, 304 Ironosa Road, San Augustine, Texas 75972.
12/27/2022
Dorothy Mydee Thomason, 103, departed this world to her eternal reward in heaven at Parkwood in the Pines on December 23, 2022. She was born in Colin County, Texas, on October 9, 1919.
She is survived by:
Son, Windell Thomason
Grandchildren:
Angela Cowart
Diane Rosse
Debbie Thomason
Eddy Thomason
Wade Thomason
Wes Thomason
A host of great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were parents, Virgil and Cora Anglin; brothers, Ollis and Otis Anglin; her loving husband of 68 years, Edwin Thomason; and son, Milton Thomason.
Her whole life was centered around God and family. She never worked outside the home by choice. Ed was always the best dressed Greyhound Bus Driver with those starched uniform shirts. Milton and Windell and all her grandchildren were always well cared for in so many ways.
Dorothy was a lifelong member of the Church of Christ and a member of Central Church of Christ in Lufkin, Texas.
A life well lived for 103 years.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, December 29, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation an hour prior. James Slack and Johnny Havard both of Lufkin will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Eddy Thomason, Wade Thomason, Wes Thomason, and Ty Thomason.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
12/27/2022
Margaret Ann Hathorn, age 92, of Center, TX, passed away peacefully in Cedar Park, TX, Tuesday, December 20, 2022.
Margaret was born to the late Opal and Hubern Smith in Center, Texas on January 16, 1930, and graduated from Center High School in 1947. She was a teacher, principal, and business owner.
Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, former spouse C.M. Hathorn, Jr., siblings Martha Stevenson, Sue Smith, Larry Smith, and sons Marc and Kevin Hathorn.
She is survived by:
Brother, Steve Smith
Children:
Suzanne Hathorn
Colleen Hetherington
Allen Hathorn
Beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Margaret had a passion for education, problem-solving and helping those in need.
'When Great Trees Fall'
Maya Angelou
When great souls die,
the air around us becomes
light, rare, sterile.
We breathe, briefly.
Our eyes, briefly,
see with
a hurtful clarity.
Our memory, suddenly sharpened,
examines,
gnaws on kind words
unsaid,
promised walks
never taken.
And when great souls die,
after a period peace blooms,
slowly and always
irregularly. Spaces fill
with a kind of
soothing electric vibration.
Our senses, restored, never
to be the same, whisper to us.
They existed. They existed.
We can be. Be and be
better. For they existed.
Per Margaret’s wishes, there will be no viewing or services.
'When Great Trees Fall' Copyright © by The Estate of Maya Angelou, Permission granted 12/26/2022.
12/27/2022
Jimmy Lee Powers, 79, of Timpson went to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, December 26, 2022. Born December 31, 1942, Jim was the youngest of four sons born to the late Emmett and Ruth Alfred Powers.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Levi Cohorst officiating. Interment will follow at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church.
Jim grew up in Timpson and was a 1961 graduate of Timpson High School. He moved to Houston shortly after graduation and was employed with Houston Lighting & Power. He and Shirley Hudson married in 1963 and they made their home in Houston for several years. He was a Vietnam veteran and served his country honorably in the U.S. Army. Upon returning home, he resumed his career with HL&P. The family later moved to Lufkin where he started his career with Lufkin Conroe Communications and remained there until his retirement after thirty-four years of service. During that time, he served eighteen years as President of CWA Local 6218 negotiating many collective bargaining agreements with LCC and Southwestern Bell. After retiring, he and Shirley moved to his hometown of Timpson. His dad was a rancher and Jim grew up around cattle. Love for the land, ranching and tending cattle was in his blood. He started the Sweetwater Cattle Company and began raising registered Brahman cattle. He loved ranching but he also missed working with people, meeting challenges, and solving problems, which was a major part of his life for many years. So, he decided to wear more than one hat and was elected Justice of the Peace, Pct. 5, serving the citizens of Shelby County for twelve years. He was a member of Timpson Missionary Baptist Church, American Legion Post 90 and Masonic Lodge 437. He was also a longtime member of the American Brahman Breeders Association and the Southwest Texas Cattleman Association.
Jim took fashion cues from no one. His signature everyday look was a pair of navy-blue coveralls and a pair of old work boots that were always paired with a cap of any kind out of his numerous collections. In his later years, you could usually find him on his tractor, riding around in the Ranger checking the cows or sitting in front of the TV. He was thoroughly interested in politics, sports, westerns, and cattle auctions. He was a quiet man most of the time, unless he was talking about cattle or his grandchildren. He spoke his mind and you always knew where you stood with him. He was set in his ways, his opinions and his beliefs and didn’t mind telling you so. He loved the Lord, his family and friends and his country. One of his greatest pleasures was being able to attend his grandchildren’s events. He was so proud of each one of them and loved telling you about all their accomplishments. They brought a special joy to his life.
He is survived by:
Wife, Shirley
Son, Justin and wife Kristin of Martinsville
Daughter-in-law, Shanna Powers of Lufkin
Grandchildren:
Rexanna DeGruy and husband Dylan of Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Haylon Powers of Diboll
Morgan Powers of College Station
Brother, Bill Powers and wife Joan of Jupiter, Florida
Sister-in laws:
Louise Renfro of Timpson
Marita Powers of Lufkin
Numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his beloved son, Patrick Jason Powers, parents Emmett and Ruth Allred Powers, brothers, Max and Ray Powers, brother-in-law, Johnny Renfro, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ossie and Helen Hudson.
For those who wish, in lieu of flowers, our family would appreciate donations to Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Hwy. 59 N. Timpson, Texas 75975.
12/26/2022
Rebecca Ann “Becky” Garmany, 76, of Many, Louisiana, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2022, in Many, Louisiana.
Funeral service will be held at Noon, Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Antioch Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born November 8, 1946, Becky is the daughter of Maggie Pigg Murphy and Johnny Murphy. She loved her flowers, her family, and her dogs. She was one of the hardest working women, having worked at Center Country Club for over 20 years. She loved to care for babies and care for the elderly. She had the most unselfish and giving heart and was the best mother in the world.
She is survived by:
Her daughters:
Tina Thigpen of Many, Louisiana
Wendy and husband Tommy Victory of Many, Louisiana
Grandchildren:
Charli Thigpen of Many, Louisiana
Zachery Thigpen of Many, Louisiana
Numerous four-legged grandbabies
Great-grandchildren:
Dyson Smith
Anna Jean Smith
Numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by husband, Leland Garmany; parents, Maggie Pigg Murphy and Johnny Murphy; brothers, Ray Murphy, Rex Murphy, and Mike Murphy.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
12/26/2022
Tommy Parker, 84, of Lufkin, passed away Monday, December 26, 2022, in Lukfin.
Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. Carlos Martinez will officiate. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born April 1, 1938, in Shelby County, Tommy is the son of Viola Estes and Clarence A. Parker Estes.
He is survived by:
His daughter, Rebecca Jean Stokes
Sons:
Kenneth “Bo” Parker and wife Tina
Edwin Parker and wife Brandy
Steven Ray Parker and wife Jill
Grandchildren:
Holly Ethridge
Heather Stokes
Kelli Harris
Kim Scott
Kristen Masters
Christina Swallows
Edwin Parker Jr.
Mickey Parker
Rebecca Mathis
Colton Parker
Gracie Mathis
Jayden Mathis
Shree Bryce
Kaylee Denby
John Cosby
Kristen Cosby
Jason Parker
Chris Scott
Laurie Perez
Numerous great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews
Preceded in death by his grandchild, Franshaire Stokes; son, Clarence Jeffrey Parker; parents, Viola Estes and Clarence A. Parker; brothers, Floyd Parker, Acie Parker, Other Parker; sisters, Avis Walker, Louise Paxton; and Louise Parker.
Pallbearers will be David Swallows, Kenneth Earl Parker, Mickey Parker, Jason Parker, Michael Parker, and Glenn Glaze. Honorary pallbearer will be Gary Good.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
12/26/2022
Maria Del Rosario Gonzalez Morales, 69, of Center, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2022, in Monterrey, Mexico.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, December 26, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at Iglesia Bautista Libertad of Center in Joaquin with Pastor Rafael Ramos officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mrs. Gonzalez was born September 11, 1953, in Cloete, Coahuila, Mexico, to Bernardo Morales Tristan and Nicolasa Balderas Hernandez.
She was the fourth child of seven siblings. She had five brothers and two sisters. At the age of 18 she married the love of her life, Javier Gonzalez, they were married for 50 years. They had six children, five daughters and one son; her three oldest daughters were born in Coahuila and the rest in Texas.
She grew up in Minas La Luz, Coahuila, Mexico. At a young age she had to work to help provide for her family and was not able to finish school. Later in life she moved to San Jose Del Aura, Coahuila where her husband and her built their home. Her husband began traveling to the United States, continually traveling back and forth to Mexico, then eventually she and each of her daughters traveled, settling in Center, Texas.
Together with her husband, they worked hard to provide for their family while living in a very modest way. Due to health reasons, she ended up being a stay-at-home wife and mother, where she took care of her children.
They lived in a mobile home; however, due to an unfortunate accident that caused a fire in their home, forced them to temporarily live with a nephew. After this accident they managed to acquire the house that she lived in until her husband’s death.
She often traveled to Mexico alongside her husband and children to see their families. She continued to do this even after her husband’s death. One of her last wishes was to travel to Mexico to see her family and which she managed to do before her passing.
Maria was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to those who knew her. She loved to crochet, read, dance and loved her little dog “Baby.” Even though she was reserved she loved her family dearly and was proud of her five daughters, one son, five sons in-law, twenty-five grandchildren, two grandsons in-law, one granddaughter in-law and six great-grandchildren. Maria and her late husband Javier are loved and will be greatly missed by many for their generosity in helping others.
She is survived by:
Her children:
Claudia Gonzalez-Tello and husband Alfredo of Center
Janeth Tello and husband Fausto of Center
Ruth Gonzalez and husband Juan of Center
Rosario Espinoza and husband Oscar of Center
Guadalupe Flores and husband Samuel of Center
Javier Jesus Gonzalez of Center
Grandchildren:
Maria Mendoza and husband Jhosue of Houston
Celia Del Rosario Gonzalez of Center
Jose Carlos Tello and wife Janet of Godley
Abigail Tello-Rodriguez and husband Henry of Center
Johan Gonzalez of Dallas
Aaron Tello of Center
Roxana Arcibar of Center
Juan Gonzalez of Center
Eduardo Arcibar of Center
Ezekiel Arcibar and Aideth Valdez of Center
Daniel Tello of Center
Alex Arcibar of Center
Emily Arcibar of Center
Ethan Arcibar of Center
Zaqueo Arcibar of Center
Alexee Tello of Center
Miguel Martinez of Center
Jocelyn Flores of Center
Angel Flores of Center
Xavier Martinez of Center
Eric Flores of Center
Ivan Espinoza of Center
Alexandra Tello of Center
Christian Tello of Center
Set Espinoza of Center
Great-grandchildren:
Audrie Rodriguez
Michael Mendoza
Maria Tello
Jael Tello
Javier Tello
Adamari Mendoza
Siblings:
Margarita Morales Balderas
Octaviano Morales Balderas
Maria Leticia Morales Balderas
Jose Luis Morales Balderas
Her loving dog Baby
Preceded in death by her husband Javier Gonzalez; her parents, Bernardo Morales Tristan and Nicolasa Balderas Hernandez; father and mother-in-law, Enrique Gonzalez Cantu and Eulalia Gonzalez Gomez; brothers, Juan Morales Balderas, Guadalupe Morales Balderas and Bernardo Morales Balderas.
Pallbearers will be Alfredo Tello, Fausto Tello, Juan Gonzalez, Oscar Espinoza, Samuel Flores, Henry Rodriguez, Jhosue Mendoza, Jose Tello, Johan Gonzalez, Aaron Tello, Juan Gonzalez, Ezekiel Arcibar, Daniel Tello, Alex Arcibar, Ethan Arcibar, Zaqueo Arcibar, and Martin Morales. Honorary pallbearer Javier Jesus Gonzalez.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Maria Del Rosario Gonzalez Morales, de 69 años, de Center, falleció el Martes 20 de Diciembre de 2022 en Monterrey, Mexico.
El velorio se realizará a partir de las 5:00 p.m. hasta las 8:00 p.m. del Lunes 26 de Diciembre de 2022 en Watson & Sons Funeral Home en Center. El funeral se llevará a cabo a las 2:00 p.m., Martes 27 de Diciembre de 2022, en la Iglesia Bautista Libertad de Center en Joaquin con el Pastor Rafael Ramos oficiando. Seguirá el sepelio en Oaklawn Memorial Park en Center.
La Sra. González nació el 11 de Septiembre de 1953 en Cloete, Coahuila, México, hija de Bernardo Morales Tristan y Nicolasa Balderas Hernandez.
Era la cuarta hija de siete hermanos. Tenía cinco hermanos y dos hermanas. A la edad de 18 años se casó con el amor de su vida, Javier González, estuvieron casados durante 50 años. Tuvieron seis hijos; cinco hijas y un hijo; sus tres hijas mayores nacieron en Coahuila y el resto en Texas.
Creció en Minas La Luz, Coahuila, México. A una edad temprana tuvo que trabajar para ayudar a mantener a su familia y no pudo terminar la escuela. Más tarde en la vida se mudó a San José del Aura, Coahuila, donde su esposo y ella construyeron su casa. Su esposo comenzó a viajar a los Estados Unidos, viajando continuamente de ida y vuelta a México, luego eventualmente ella y cada una de sus hijas viajaron, estableciéndose en Center, Texas.
Junto con su esposo, trabajaron duro para mantener a su familia mientras vivían de una manera muy modesta. Por razones de salud dejo de trabajar, quedandose en casa, donde cuidaba a sus hijos.
Vivían en una casa móvil; Sin embargo, debido a un desafortunado accidente que provocó un incendio en su hogar, los obligó a vivir temporalmente con un sobrino. Después de este accidente lograron adquirir la casa en la que vivió hasta la muerte de su marido.
A menudo viajaba a México junto a su esposo e hijos para ver a sus familias. Ella continuó haciendo esto incluso después de la muerte de su esposo. Uno de sus últimos deseos fue viajar a México para ver a su familia y lo logró hacer antes de su fallecimiento.
María era una amada esposa, madre, abuela, bisabuela y amiga de quienes la conocían. Le encantaba tejer, leer, bailar y amaba a su perrita "Baby". Aunque era reservada, amaba mucho a su familia y estaba orgullosa de sus cinco hijas, un hijo, cinco hijos politicos, veinticinco nietos, dos nietos politicos, una nieta política y seis bisnietos. María y su difunto esposo Javier son amados y serán extrañados por muchos por su generosidad en ayudar a los demás.
Le sobreviven:
Sus hijos, Claudia Gonzalez-Tello y esposo Alfredo de Center
Janeth Tello y esposo Fausto de Center
Ruth Gonzalez y esposo Juan de Center
Rosario Espinoza y esposo Oscar de Center
Guadalupe Flores y esposo Samuel de Center
Javier Jesus Gonzalez de Center
Nietos:
María Mendoza y esposo Jhosue de Houston
Celia Del Rosario González de Center
José Carlos Tello y esposa Janet de Godley
Abigail Tello-Rodríguez y esposo Henry de Center
Johan Gonzalez de Dallas
Aaron Tello de Center
Roxana Arcibar de Center
Juan González de Center
Eduardo Arcibar de Center
Ezekiel Arcibar y Aideth Valdez de Center
Daniel Tello de Center
Alex Arcibar de Center
Emily Arcibar de Center
Ethan Arcibar de Center
Zaqueo Arcibar de Center
Alexee Tello de Center
Miguel Martinez de Center
Jocelyn Flores de Center
Angel Flores de Center
Xavier Martinez de Center
Eric Flores de Center
Ivan Espinoza de Center
Alexandra Tello de Center
Christian Tello de Center
Set Espinoza de Center
Bisnietos:
Audrie Rodríguez
Michael Mendoza
María Tello
Jael Tello
Javier Tello
Adamari Mendoza
Hermanos:
Margarita Morales Balderas
Octaviano Morales Balderas
Maria Leticia Morales Balderas
Jose Luis Morales Balderas
Su perrita querida Baby
Precedida en muerte por su esposo, Javier Gonzalez; sus padres, Bernardo Morales Tristan y Nicolasa
Balderas Hernandez; suegros, Enrique González Cantú y Eulalia González Gómez; hermanos, Juan Morales Balderas, Guadalupe Morales Balderas and Bernardo Morales Balderas.
Los portadores del féretro serán Alfredo Tello, Fausto Tello, Juan González, Oscar Espinoza, Samuel Flores, Henry Rodríguez, Jhosue Mendoza, José Tello, Aaron Tello, Juan González, Ezekiel Arcibar, Daniel Tello, Alex Arcibar, Ethan Arcibar, Zaqueo Arcibar, y Martin Morales. Portador honorario Javier Jesus González.
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12/23/2022
Sue Jackson, 82, of Center, passed away Friday, December 23, 2022, in Center.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, December 26, 2022, at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center with visitation one hour prior at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Born December 6, 1940, in Center, Sue is the daughter of Meriam Bush Cowart and Burton Cowart. She loved beach trips and shopping. Christmas being her favorite holiday, she enjoyed collecting Hallmark ornaments. Sue was a member of Center Christian Fellowship.
She is survived by:
Her daughter, Pam Alford and Noble of Center
Son, Jeff Bridwell and Cindy of Center
Grandchildren:
Cherry Bennett and Brandon
Michelle Wilburn and Daron
Justin Bridwell and fiancé Brianna Ward
Great-grandchildren:
Dustin Bennett
Autumn Bennett
Emily Bennett
Kevin Wilburn
Numerous other relatives; and a host of friends
Preceded in death by husband, Jim Jackson; and parents, Meriam Bush Cowart and Burton Cowart.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
12/23/2022
Funeral services for Steve Leo Crocker and Wyatt Clinton Crocker, infant sons of Angela Lynn Crocker and Steve Clinton Crocker, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, December 26, 2022, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with visitation one hour prior at Watson & Sons Funeral Home.
Survivors include:
Parents
Sister, Amber Lint and Cody
Nieces, Rylie and Raegan Lint
Grandparents:
Angela Hughes
Becky and Don Janes
Great-grandparents:
Zannie Hughes
Linda Gibbs
Aunts and uncles:
Brittany Baker and Ralph
Bridgett Rosiles
Elisha and Justin Baxter
Corey and Dennis Hall
Samantha Janes
Teresa and Michael Whiteside
Wayne Hughes and Trena
Larry Hughes and Tina
Numerous other aunts, uncles, and cousins
Preceded in death by grandfather, Steve Crocker; and great grandfather, Jack Monroe Hughes; and uncles, Terry and Kerry Crocker.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
12/22/2022
Doris Bailey Wennerbom of Center, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home on December 21st at the age of 99.
Visitation will be at noon on Thursday, December 29 at Watson and Sons in Center, Texas. A graveside service will follow at 1pm in Oaklawn Cemetery with Bro Gordon Vaughn officiating.
Doris was born on July 28, 1923, in Shelby County to Spurgeon and Isabelle Daw Bailey. She attended Joaquin school where she graduated as valedictorian in 1939. She furthered her education at Stephen F. Austin with a major in Physical Education. Her first teaching job was in Port Arthur teaching PE. It was while teaching there that the school nurse introduced her to her nephew, MT “Bo” Wennerbom. He was an air force pilot in town on a leave. It was love at first sight, and after corresponding thru letters until Bo was able to return to the states, they were married in 1945. They then moved to College Station where Bo attended Texas A&M on a GI Bill and earned a degree in Engineering while Doris took in laundry from Corp students at Texas A&M to help pay the bills. During this time they were blessed with a beautiful daughter, Susan, born in 1946. After graduation, the family moved to Beaumont and Doris taught girl’s PE at South Park High School. Over the years, they moved several times as Bo’s career advanced with every job. Some of the cities they lived in were Dunkirk, New York; Bay City, Michigan; Cordele, Georgia; and Perrysburg, Ohio. Many lifelong friends were made throughout the years.
Eventually Doris stopped teaching and devoted herself to being a housewife for 59 years. When Bo retired from Schindler elevators, they bought a home in Center and never moved again. If you asked Doris at any time how she was doing, she always responded that she was wonderful. She was a genuine optimist and always had a kind word.
She is preceded in death by her dear husband Bo; her daughter, Susan; her parents; her precious sister, Joyce Weatherall; and her great-niece, Shelby Weatherall.
Left to cherish her memory are:
Nephews:
William (Bill) Weatherall and wife Marguerite of The Woodlands, Texas
Charles Weatherall and wife Carol of Denton, Texas
Cousin, Etola Jones and husband Micky of Huxley, Texas
Great-nieces and nephews and numerous friends
The family would like to thank Doris’ caregivers, Jennifer Edge, Mercy Moody and husband L.C., Vicky Sneed, and many others who have helped Doris over the past 6 years. Bo’s last wish was that Doris would be able to stay home and never reside in a nursing home and that was made possible because of your devotion to her. Also, much appreciation to Affinity Hospice for making Doris more comfortable.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
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