Obituaries
02/22/2024
Janette Wheeler Wilburn, 75, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2024, in Shelbyville.
Graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, February 23, 2024, at West Hamilton Cemetery in Shelby County. Bro. Bobby Warr will officiate. Visitation will be held prior from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Born April 13, 1948, in Center, Janette is the daughter of Oscar Wheeler and Agnes Wheeler. She was married to the love of her life, Andrew Wilburn, for twenty-seven years. She loved spending time with family, especially her grandkids and great grandkids. Janette also enjoyed talking on the phone and shopping.
She is survived by:
Daughter, Pam Jamison and husband Scotty of Shelbyville
Granddaughters:
Heather McDonald and husband Grant of Shelbyville
Lindsey Moore and husband Jimmy of Shelbyville
Great-grandchildren:
Shade McDonald
Levi McDonald
Walker McDonald
Casen Moore
Cainen Moore
Nieces and nephews:
Randy Wheeler
Mario Martinez
Ricky Wheeler
Debbie Taylor
Preceded in death by husband, Andrew Wilburn; parents, Oscar Wheeler and Agnes Wheeler; sister, Louise Honeycutt; brothers, Glenn Wheeler, Blount Wheeler, and J.B. Fletcher.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
02/22/2024
Barbara Jeff Wilburn, 83, of Orange, passed away on February 19, 2024, at her home in Orange.
Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Saturday, February 24, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Jay Thomas and her brother, Reverend Gordon Vaughn. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 9:00 am, Saturday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Barbara was born in Center, Texas, on April 23, 1940, she was the daughter of George W. Vaughn and Nona Gladys Vaughn. She was a graduate of SFA and went on to teach first grade for 35 years. Once retired from teaching, Barbara always lit up whenever she ran into a former student of hers. She also enjoyed volunteering with hospice in her spare time.
Barbara was a longtime member of MacArthur Heights Baptist Church in Orange where she also taught Sunday School. She loved the Lord fiercely as well as her church. She was a wonderful mother and the best “Maw Maw” to the grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Nona Vaughn; husband, Gerald Wilburn; brother, Dexter Vaughn; and sister, Mary Ann Dailey. She is survived by:
Children: Tammy Renee Henley, and husband, Bo of Orange
Greg Wilburn, and wife, Brandi of Lexington
Grandchildren:
Johnathan Henley, and wife, Brandy
Amber Rickenbrode, and husband, Phillip
Great-grandchildren:
Austin Rickenbrode
Grayson Rickenbrode
Henley Rickenbrode
Jaxson Henley
Asher Henley
Penelope Henley
Sullivan Henley
Brothers and sisters:
Thurman Vaughn
Gordon Vaughn
Madge Lombardino
Rhonda Schlueter
Sister-in-law, Loretta Vaughn
Brother-in-law, Price Wilburn
Serving as pallbearers will be Bobby Payne, Rusty Lombardino, Austin Rickenbrode, Grayson Rickenbrode, Asher Henley, and Jaxson Henley.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to MacArthur Heights Baptist Church at 3600 Nightingale Street, Orange, Texas.
The family would like to give a special thank you to her church family and neighbor Charlsie Haley, and Center Well and Synergy for care and compassion.
02/21/2024
Marcia J. Wood, 85, of Center, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2024, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Friday, February 23, 2024, at McClelland Community Church in Shelbyville with Bro. Chris Collins officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at McClelland Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Born January 12, 1939, Marcia is the daughter of Frank Collins and Stella Graves Collins. She was a member of McClelland Community Church in Shelbyville.
She is survived by:
Sister, Dorothy Hess of Shelbyville
Daughter, Melodie Wood
Grandchildren:
Hollie Dauzat and husband Brad of Conroe
Kennodie Robinson of North Carolina
Great-grandchildren:
Alexander Wood of Conroe
Brookelyn Wood of Conroe
Preceded in death by husband, Donald L. Wood; parents, Frank Collins and Stella Graves Collins; and brother, Lonnie Collins.
Pallbearers will be Alexander Wood, Cory Collins, Jon Collins, Brian Collins, James Alvis, and James Jernigan.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
02/21/2024
Don Ahart, 73, of Shelbyville went to be with his Savior on Monday, February 19, 2024 at his home in East Hamilton. He was born to Lloyd Douglas Ahart and Madeline Wolfe Ahart in Ravenwood, West Virginia on December 1, 1950.
Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM, Friday February 23rd, 2024 at Watson and Son’s Funeral Home in Center. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday February 24th, 2024 at Watson and Son’s Chapel with Bro. Ronnie Wheeler officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Sardis, Texas.
He met and married the love of his life Sheila in 1971 in Melbourne, Florida, and together they celebrated 52 years of marriage. In 1978, the two moved to Angleton, Texas where they raised their two daughters. He was an electrician by trade for over 30 years in Brazoria County, Texas and finally retired to the Pineywoods of East Texas in February of 2018. Don was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing and working with his hands, he was never idle for long. He had a green thumb and was always growing things in his plentiful gardens and flower beds. He instilled an early love for travel and conservation in his daughters as the family traveled all over the United States to many National Parks.
He was known as a loving husband, father, pawpaw, son and brother and will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by:
Wife, Sheila Ahart of East Hamilton
Daughters:
Danie Jones of Shelbyville
Nicci Cooper and husband Brandon of Sardis
Grandchildren:
Shane Ballard
Kane Anderson
Zane Anderson
Brandalyn Cooper
Will Cooper
Brother, Mike Ahart and wife Lupe of Brazoria
Sister-in-law, Valerie Lamberth of Melbourne, Florida
Brother-in-law, Jim Derry and Dreama of Melbourne, Florida
Nieces and nephews:
Christina Lopez
Michael Ahart
Michelle Hinman
Tiffany Snider
Alida Higlar
Stephanie Shumate
Preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd Douglas Ahart and Madeline Wolfe Ahart; and brother, Lloyd Ahart.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
02/17/2024
William Windham, 74, of Center, passed away Friday, February 16, 2024, in San Augustine.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 19, 2024, at White Rock Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be held prior from Noon to 1:30 p.m., at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Born October 20, 1949, in Center, Texas, William is the son of Ida Pate Windham and Henry Windham.
He is survived by:
Daughters, Brenda Smith (Mike)
Larenda Murphy (Dewayne Marr)
Grandchildren:
Brandon Lee (Aliesha)
Dakota Windham
Gillian Bailey (Treven)
Gary Smith
Maria Smith
Christina Tarver
Katrina Tarver
Toby Murphy
Great-grandchildren:
Trae Bailey
Madison Bailey
Carrington Bailey
Elizabeth Smith
Grayson Smith
River Smith
Pallbearers will be Mike Smith, Dewayne Marr, Trevin Bailey, Dakota Windham, Toby Murphy, and Gary Smith.
Preceded in death by wife, Carlin Windham; and parents, Ida Pate Windham and Henry Windham.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
02/16/2024
Janine Marie Hughes, 69 of Milam, Texas passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 14th, 2024 in the comfort of her home in Milam.
She is being cremated by McNutt Funeral Home in Lufkin, Texas.
Memorial service will be held for her at Liberty Springs Methodist Church, 1280 Carter’s Ferry Road (also known as FM 276) East Milam, Texas 75959, on Tuesday, February 20th, at 1pm.
Born August 31, 1954 in St. Paul, MN, Janine is the daughter of the late Kenneth Martin, and survived by her mother Barbra Lundberg.
Janine is survived by:
Daughter, Emily Jones and husband, Marcus Jones
Step-son, Kevin Hughes and wife, Janice Sledge Hughes
Daughter-in-law, Sonya Barnes Hughes
Grandchildren:
Kaleb Hughes
Michelle Johnson
Marissa Johnson
Siblings:
Brother, Jeff Martin and wife, Terry
Sister, Janette Short and husband Jeff
Brother, Jim Martin and wife, Linda
Brother, Jerry Martin and wife, Judy
She was loved and adored by many of her nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She had numerous amount of friends, including childhood friend, Robin Everson. Best friends, Marti Scates, Rona (Wendy) Wilson, Jody and Annette Jernigan, and many more...
Janine was also loved by all of her daughter's childhood friends.
Preceded in death by her first husband, Larry Whitehead; late husband, Jerry Hughes; step-son, Gene Hughes; and in-laws, Elbert and Emily Hughes.
Janine enjoyed many hobbies such as fishing, hunting, going to the beach, road trips, spending time with family and friends, taking care of the people in her community, and was also an active member of her church. She enjoyed life to the fullest, and was always on the go. She also loved her cats, Little Girl and Mister so very much.
Flowers and any arrangements can be purchased at: Hemphill Flower Shop and Boutique, 201 Starr Street, Hemphill, Texas 75948.
All donations can be sent to: Liberty Springs Methodist Church, PO Box 121, Milam, Texas 75959.
02/14/2024
Jay Roy Teske was born February 16, 1929, in Houston, Texas, at Memorial Hospital to Julius and Amelia Teske. He passed away February 14, 2024, two days shy of his 95th birthday, surrounded by his family.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 17, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Karen Jones officiating. Graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, February 17, 2024, at Earthman Resthaven Cemetery in Houston.
Jay and Mae moved to Timpson in 1981. Jay sold steel all his life. In 1985, he and Mae started Steel Building Supply in Center, which is still a family owned company.
He is survived by:
Wife, Mae of Timpson
Daughters:
Frances Day of Longview
Jan Schkade, and husband, Ron of Spring
Nancy Panova of Tomball
Sue Downey, and husband, John of Willis
Son, J.R. Teske and wife Angie of Center
Also surviving him are his 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and sons-in-law, James Coe and Larry Day.
He loved to hunt, fish, and go RVing.
Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice.
The family would like to thank Heart to Heart Hospice, Martha Kennedy, his caregiver and his nurse, Crystal Roberts.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
02/14/2024
Walter Wayne Colbey, 69, of Tenaha, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024, in Nacogdoches.
Memorial service will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Thursday, February 15, 2024, at Revival Tabernacle in Center with Bro. Dathan Triplett officiating.
Born August 12, 1954, in Galveston, Walter (known as Wayne by friends and family) is the son of Earl Newton Colbey and Ruth Bell Colbey. He loved southern gospel music and helping people. He was a big man with a big heart. It took a man his size to try and contain all of the love and concern he had for others. He was very outgoing and made everyone feel special. Earlier in his life, he had an interest in photography and he liked collecting Coca-Cola memorabilia.
He is survived by:
Wife, Mary Adelia Colbey of Tenaha
Mother, Ruth Bell Colbey of Buckeye, Arizona
Sons:
Jackeray Colbey and wife Lisa of Vidor
Johnathan Colbey of Tenaha
Shane Colbey of Tenaha
Grandchildren:
Elizabeth Colbey
Walter Colbey
JoAnna Colbey
Lane Colbey
Kaitlyn Colbey
Kayla Colbey
Two great-grandchildren
Brother, Peter Colbey and wife Cheryl of Buckeye, Arizona
Sisters:
Jeannie Spell and husband Timothy of Baker, Louisiana
Rosemary Meredith of Clear Water, Florida
Preceded in death by father, Earl Newton Colbey; and brother, Edward Colbey.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
02/13/2024
Ricky Lee Evans, 53, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on February 13, 2024, surrounded by loved ones in Joaquin, Texas. He was born on August 05, 1970, in Center, Texas, to L.B. Evans and Marylee (Alvis) Evans.
Graveside service will be held at 2PM on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at Brookland Cemetery, with Bro. Jason Broadus and Bro. Jodi Hooper officiating. Visitation will be held from 12-2PM on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home.
Ricky was born and raised in Shelby County. He graduated from Joaquin High School Class of 1989. His pride and joy was his son, Lucas Bryan, whom he loved immensely. He loved watching Lucas play sports and always cheered loudly for him and his team. Ricky enjoyed the outdoors hunting and fishing. He was a very family-oriented man. His family was very important. Ricky loved his nieces and nephews and supported them throughout the years. His kind, compassionate heart was genuine.
He is survived by:
Wife, Deanne Evans
Mother, Marylee Evans
Son, Lucas Bryan Evans
Special Daughter, Stormie Myers
Brothers:
Gary Evans and wife Melissa
Jessie Griffith and wife Lisa
Sisters:
Christy Bates
Lori Evans Eldridge Gauger and husband Mark
Mother-in-law, June Swint
Sister-in-law, Diane Swint Wolfe
Nieces and nephews:
Alicia Davis
Michael Starner
Cody Evans and wife Meghan
Colton Eldridge
Callie Bonner and husband Justin
Carly Reeves and husband Seth
Kane Bates
Dylan Bates
Numerous great nieces, great nephews, and extended family that will miss him dearly.
Ricky is preceded in death by his father, L.B. Evans; brother, Mike Griffith; and brother-in-law, David Bates.
Pallbearers serving will be Justyn Brown, Jaydn Brown, Jake Neal, Brayden Cummings, Carson Rodgers, Try Laform, and Ethan McGhen. Honorary pallbearers serving will be Alan Palmer, Jerry Hunter, Shane Barber, and Danny Davis.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
02/09/2024
Charles Hughes, 82 of Carthage, Texas, passed from this life on Thursday morning, February 8, 2024, in Longview. He was born to the marriage of Edward Marshall “E.M.” Hughes and Nova Ruth Gunter on December 17, 1941, in Houston, Texas.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 3:00 pm at the Hawthorn Funeral Home Chapel. A time of visitation will be held from 2:00-3:00 prior to the service.
He married Ms. Joyce Durham on September 21, 1963, and they celebrated over 60 years of marriage. He attended Houston ISD and furthered his education at Stephen F. Austin State University obtaining his master’s degree.
He came to Carthage working for Panola College and retiring after 30 years of service as the college administrator. He served his community as a member of the Trinity Baptist Church in Carthage and the Rotary Club of Carthage. Mr. Hughes was a hard worker, handy craftsman on things around the house, flower beds and gardens and had the best green thumb anyone could find.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Michael Hughes; daughter-in-law, Janet Hughes.
Charles is survived by:
Loving wife, Joyce Hughes
Daughter, Claire Windham and husband Micah
Son, Edward Hughes
Grandchildren:
Tori Windham
Wyatt Windham and wife Ciara
Sam Windham
Molly Windham
Sibling, Mary Hughes Bondurant
Sister-in-law, Theresa Hughes
The family suggests memorials be made to the Charles E. Hughes Scholarship at Panola College.
Services are under the direction of Hawthorn Funeral Home, Carthage, Texas.
02/09/2024
Leacie Mae (Dennis) Mosby was born on July 12, 1937, to Alean (Bolton) and Cree Dennis in San Augustine, Texas, and peacefully passed away in her hometown on February 4, 2023.
Funeral Service is Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 11am at New Hope Baptist Church, San Augustine, Texas with Pastor, Rev. David Mosby, Eulogist. Visitations will begin on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 10am at New Hope Baptist Church, San Augustine, Texas. Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery, San Augustine, Texas.
Leacie's journey through life was marked by love, faith, and dedication.
She was preceded in death by her children, Helen Carpenter, John Morris Mosby, and Derwin Mosby, as well as her grandson Marcus Mosby, and siblings Crezell Dennis and Booker Bolton.
Throughout her life, Leacie touched the hearts of many. She first found love and married James Buckley, with whom she welcomed her daughter, Helen Buckley. Later, fate led her to meet and marry John Alton Mosby. Together, they relocated to Dallas and welcomed sons John Morris and Derwin. Though faced with the tragic loss of John Morris as an infant, Leacie's strength and faith remained unwavering.
Leacie accepted Christ at a young age and later joined Bon Air Baptist Church in Dallas, where she was a faithful member and served on the usher board ministry for over 20 years. Professionally, she dedicated herself to Kraft, Inc., where she worked diligently for 30 years until her well-deserved retirement.
Beyond her professional and religious endeavors, Leacie was a pillar of love and generosity within her family. Her classic style, demure grace, and warm disposition endeared her to all who knew her. She found joy in simple pleasures, such as baking and gardening, sharing her talents and creations with those she loved.
Leacie is survived by:
Sister, Pat Price
Grandchildren:
Elvis Buckley
Ingram Carpenter
LaRhonda Carpenter
Uneeta Mosby
Her legacy of love, kindness, and resilience will continue to inspire and comfort her family and friends for generations to come.
As we gather to honor Leacie's life and legacy, let us find solace in the cherished memories we hold dear and the love that she shared with us all. May her spirit live on in our hearts forever.
Services under the direction of Sid Roberts Funeral Home, Nacogdoches, Texas.
02/07/2024
Cassandra Renee McDaniel, 56 of Joaquin, departed this life on February 3, 2024. She was the mother of Robert Jackson, Lester McDaniel, Jr., Jasmine Slack, and Latitia McDaniel. She was born on February 7, 1967 in San Bernardino, CA to Robert Griffin and Bernice Smith. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Cassandra worked as a Dietary Manager for 20 years and most recently became manager of Dollar General.
She is preceded in death by her daughter, Markeisha Lake.
She is survived by:
Husband, Lester McDaniel, Sr.
Mother, Bernice Smith
Father, Robert Griffin
Children:
Robert Jackson
Lester McDaniel, Jr.
Jasmine Slack
Latita McDaniel
13 Grandchildren
Viewing starts at 10am and visitation is from 6pm until 8pm on Friday, February 9, 2024 at the Community Funeral Home located at 157 Neville Road in Center, Texas 75935. Funeral service will be held at 1pm on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at Pinegrove Baptist Church in Holland Quarters at 117 CR 277, Carthage. Interment will be at Pine Grove Cemetery.
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home in Center, Texas.
02/06/2024
Elmelda Allen Thomas (62) of Houston, Texas, died on January 31, 2024. Elmelda is a 1980 Center High School graduate. She was born on November 26, 1961, in Lufkin, Texas to the late Elvin Allen Sr. and Willie B. McClelland Allen.
Funeral service will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024, at 1pm at the Gospel Way Missionary Baptist Church located at 3307 Bella Vista Street, Houston, Texas 77022. Graveside service will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 1pm at St. John Baptist Church Cemetery located at 2308 CR 2050 Center, Texas 75935 (Africa Community). Rev. C.R. Williams Sr. will be the eulogist.
Visitations is 11am to 1pm on Friday, February 9, 2024 at the Gospel Way Missionary Baptist Church and 11am - 1pm Saturday, February 10, 2024 at St. John Missionary Baptist Church. Committal is at St. John Baptist Church Cemetery Africa Community. Repass is at St John Baptist Church Cafeteria.
Elmelda Allen Thomas is survived by:
Husband, Michael Thomas of Houston, Texas
Children:
Amanda N. Lindsey
Andrew L. Lindsey II
Granddaughter, Addisyn Grace Neveaux
Brother, Elvin Allen Jr. and wife Edwina
Best Friend/Cousin, Mattie A. “Sissy” Suell and her husband Melvin
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
02/03/2024
Gary Mora, 61, of Center, passed away Saturday, February 3, 2024, in Nacogdoches.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 5, 2024, at White Rock Cemetery in Center with Bro. Dale Morton officiating.
Born March 19, 1962, in Dallas, Gary is the son of Edward D. Mora and Doris Marie Robinson Mora. He enjoyed life.
He is survived by:
Parents, Edward D. Mora and Marie Mora of Center
Brother, Jerry Mora of Center
Niece, Samantha Mora
Nephews:
Jaron Mora
Jordan Mora
Christopher Mora
Seth Mora
Preceded in death by brothers, Greg Mora and Ronnie Mora.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
02/03/2024
Franklin Ray Doggett, 58, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024, in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, February 4, 2024, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Born October 27, 1965, in Center, Franklin is the son of Billy Ray Doggett and Yvonne Plant Doggett. He loved hunting, fishing, and riding four wheelers and horses.
He is survived by:
Daughters:
Brandi Doggett and Matthew Reynolds of Shelbyville
Jodie Doggett of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Paetin Doggett
Emily Gregory
Everleigh Reynolds
Levi Reynolds
Brother, Billy Doggett and wife Christine of Center
Mother of his children, Marsha Doggett of Shelbyville
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of friends.
Preceded in death by his son, Scotty Ray Doggett; parents, Billy Ray Doggett and Yvonne Plant Doggett; brother, David Robinson, Kenneth Robinson, and Curtis Robinson.
Pallbearers will be Robert Bolton, Kenneth Gray, Jack Brittain, Cheyenne Fenton, Jason Griffin, and Brandon Doggett. Honorary pallbearers will be Clyde Parfait and Timmy Denby.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
02/02/2024
Jean Hunter Bounds, 92, of Logansport, Louisiana passed away on Monday, February 1, 2024, at her home surrounded by family.
Funeral services will be 3:00 PM, Sunday, February 4, 2024, at First Baptist Church Logansport, LA with Bro. Timothy Roberson and Rev. Shawn Thrapp officiating. Burial will follow in O. E. Price Cemetery, Logansport, LA. The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 4, 2024, from 2:00 PM until the time of service.
She was born August 17, 1931, to Ashton Hunter and Addie Smith Hunter.
Preceding Jean in death were her husband Calvin Bounds; daughter Marsha Jean Franklin; brothers, Jack Hunter, Gerald Hunter, and Bobby Hunter; sisters, Marise Bounds, and Peggy Hay; and her parents.
Those left behind to cherish her memory are:
Sons:
Randy Bounds, and wife, LaRee
Alan Bounds, and wife, Annette
Grandchildren:
Bridgette Wilburn, and husband, Tommy
Staci Williams, and husband, Stacy
April Knight, and husband, Alan
Ashton Franklin, and wife, Tally
Hunter Bounds
18 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren
Host of nieces and nephews, and special friends Odie Foshee and Judge Cordray.
Honoring Jean as pallbearers will be her great grandsons Landen Wilburn, Trevor Wilburn, Ashton Rickards, Gage Deason, Dylan DeChamplain, Auston Franklin, and Jake Deason. Honorary pallbearers will be David Graves, Tilghmon Tolson, Rodney Ramsey, Stoney Overstreet, Dale Morvan, Richard Brazzil, Mike Wallis, Scott Evans, and Craig Burns.
01/31/2024
Barbara Ann Anderson, 69, of Timpson, Texas, passed away January 31, 2024, surrounded by loved ones in Timpson, Texas. She was born on July 17, 1953, in Center, Texas, to the late Thomas W. Livingston and Pauline (Williams) Livingston.
Graveside service will be held at 2PM on Friday, February 2, 2024, at White Rock Cemetery with Bro. Fred Wilcox officiating.
Barbara had two important things in her life: God was first, then family. If she wasn’t reading her Bible, she was listening to the Bible on CD. Her faith and trust in God never wavered. She loved reading. She traveled all over the world simply through her books. Sometimes she enjoyed the trips so much that she would read some books, 3,4, and even 5 times. She loved to write short stories as well. Her children and loved ones will always remember her cooking. From the cakes, brownies, rice krispy treats, and fudge, but a few of the best dishes were chicken and dressing, potato salad, hamburger soup, and milky way cake.
She is survived by:
Son, Jason Anderson
Daughter, Renee’ Prince
Special Nephew, Stacy Valentino
Grandchildren:
Dakota Barr
Nathan Barr
Christapher Anderson
Blake Prince
Great-grandchildren:
Kaleb Anderson
Phoenix Barr
Sisters:
Evon Green
Linda Griffin
A host of aunts, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Barbara is preceded in death by her husband, Witmar “Marty” Lamar Anderson; parents, T.W. and Pauline Livingston; maternal grandparents, Thomas Allen and Eva Beatrice (McCauley) Williams; and paternal grandparents, Roy and Ola (Adams) Livingston.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
01/29/2024
Annie Louise (Cottle) Hayden (April 7, 1931 to January 27, 2024) passed quietly at Pine Grove Nursing home in Center from the afflictions of old age at 92. She was a follower of Jesus and has now gone to Him.
Born April 7, 1931 in Shreveport Louisiana to Loia Ethel (Menefee) and John Bunyan Cottle. In 1956 Annie married Bill Gunter Hayden. Bill served in the US Navy in WWII and was a successful salesman and entrepreneur, establishing Hayden Honda in 1969 in Center Texas. Bill died in 2000. They had one son, John Wiley Hayden, in 1957.
Annie, known by her middle name Louise, attended Center High School graduating in 1948. During summers she worked for her father as a photographer's assistant, printed photos, colorized black and white photos, and occasionally did portrait photography at her father's Cottle Portrait Studio at 124 Wheeler Ave in Center. After high school her first job was at her father's studio. The following year in 1949, she worked as secretary at Elliott & Waldron Abstract Co. In 1951 she worked for JW Holsey as secretary/notary until 1959. Her longest employment was at E L Bruce company from 1959 to 1971, a national producer of wood flooring with a plant in Center Texas. In 1972 she joined her husband at Hayden Honda which expanded to Hayden Distributors in 1983. On her own, at age 62 Annie Louise started Hayden Insurance Agency in 1993 which she successfully ran for two decades. With her husband she travelled to Japan in 1970 and 1972, and Europe in 1974.
She is survived by:
Son, John
Daughter-in-law, Denise
Grandchildren: Ian, Sean and Anita
Grand-daughter-in-law, Renee
Great-grandchildren: Seamus, Tess and Anaximander
Close friend, Sue Gill, who became like a daughter.
Also survived by Alyne McDaniel, her cousin. They were like sisters their entire lives.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at Newburn Cemetery in Shelby County.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
01/26/2024
Edna Ruth Shofner Birdwell, 82, of Center (formerly Nacogdoches), went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 25, 2024, in Nacogdoches. She was surrounded by her family.
Services will be held on Monday, January 29, 2024, with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. and the funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m. at Mangum Funeral Home in Center. Bro. Dathan Triplett of Revival Tabernacle will officiate.
She is survived by:
Son, Del Birdwell, and wife, Joanna of Center
Grandchildren:
Bethany Birdwell Arnett, and husband, Matt of Holden, Louisiana
Brynna Birdwell Talavera, and husband, Taylor Talavera of Nacogdoches
Levi Birdwell, and fiance, Kloye Sonmor of Center
Great-granddaughter, Maren Mae Arnett of Holden, Louisiana
Sisters:
Linda Henderson, and husband, Joe of Tennessee Colony
Kathi Howard, and husband, Dewey of Center
Sister-in-laws:
Rosa Lee Vaughn Shofner of Center
Beth Rogers, and husband, Jerry of Athens
Linda Wade, and husband, Stanley of Sacul
Brother-in-laws:
Jack Birdwell, and wife, Joyce of Nacogdoches
Lamar Birdwell, and wife, Judy of Madisonville
Numerous nieces and nephews
She is preceded in death by her husband, Bryant Haden Birdwell; parents, Martin Lee Shofner and Bessie Mae Fleming Shofner; brothers, James Richard Shofner and Delbert Shofner; sisters, Billie Jean Livingston and Mary Reichel; sister-in-laws, Carol Shofner, Betty Cole; brother-in-laws, Leon Livingston and Jerry Reichel, Bobby Birdwell, Joe Birdwell, Jim (Birdie) Birdwell; father and mother-in-law, Lawrence Birdwell and Wanda Fountain Birdwell; niece and nephew, Janet and Mike Wilburn.
Edna was born in Center to Martin Lee and Bessie Mae (Fleming) Shofner on March 10, 1941. She was one of seven children and loved her family very much. She graduated from Center High School with the class of 1959 and spoke highly of the many dear friends that she attended school with. She attended Massey Business College in Nacogdoches following her high school graduation. She married Bryant Haden Birdwell of Cushing on March 13, 1965, and the two made their home in Nacogdoches, Texas with their son, Bryant (Del) Birdwell. Edna loved Bryant dearly, and they were married for 53 years before he went to be with Jesus in April 2018. Edna worked for Stone Fort National Bank for 30 years and went on to work for Stephen F. Austin State University until her retirement.
Upon retirement, she stepped into the full-time role of “Nanny”--her favorite and most cherished title of all–to her three grandchildren. She was exceedingly proud of them and enjoyed talking about them to everyone she came in contact with. She left them with fond and lasting memories of days spent gardening, sewing, cooking, canning, shelling peas and shucking corn, frequenting bookstores, galavanting around Nacogdoches “Mall” on any given Saturday, and a fridge that was always full of Cokes. She was the best Nanny and a true “jack of all trades.” Her easy going temperament, patience, and willingness to teach will forever be etched into the hearts of her grandchildren.
One of Edna’s dearest friends recently penned the following:
“Her nature was kind, loving, affirming, and supportive. She seemed to always think of others before herself.”
She was known by many as a constant and faithful friend, a loving and kind mother, wife, and sister, an adoring grandmother, and a true Christian. We will miss her until we all meet again.
"We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord." II Corinthians 5:8
If you would like to make a charitable contribution in memory of Mrs. Edna, please make it to Center Christian Academy, P O Box 427, Center, Texas, 75935.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
01/26/2024
Tay Tay, 66, of Center, Texas, passed away on January 23, 2024, surrounded by loved ones in Center, Texas. She was born on January 1, 1958, in Myanmar.
Funeral service will be held at 12PM on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, with Ler Mey Paw officiating. Visitation will be held from 6-8PM on Friday, January 26, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home.
She is survived by her husband, Sein Win.
10 Children
Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.
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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