Obituaries
10/18/2022
Exa Mae Tyler, 99, of Center, Texas, passed away on October 15, 2022, in Center, Texas. She was born on April 19, 1923, in Center, Texas, to the late Thomas Martin and Grace Lou Fielder Martin.
Funeral service will be held at Mangum Funeral Home, on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at 2pm. Visitation will be held prior to the service on October 19, 2022, beginning at 1PM until service time at Mangum Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Newburn Cemetery, Center, Texas.
Exa was born and raised in Shelby County. She resided many years in the Houston area working in the food service industry. She enjoyed quilting, gardening, and reading and studying God’s word. She especially found great joy spending time with family.
She is survived by:
Stepson, William Tyler and wife Mary
Nieces:
Carolyn Bittick
Dorothy Lou Moore
Special friend, Renny Aarons
Numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren
Numerous nieces and nephews.
Exa is preceded in death by her husbands, Dan Tyler, Hurst Byrd; parents, Thomas and Grace Martin; sisters, Annie Martin, Veola Furlow, Syble Lee Byrd, Dorothy Wilburn; and brother, J. T. Martin.
The family would like to express sincere thanks to Affinity Hospice and Pine Grove Nursing Center for the exceptional care provided to Exa during her time of need.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
10/17/2022
Inga Yvonne Lout, 68, of Center, passed away Thursday, October 13, 2022, in Shelbyville.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at Noon. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born July 12, 1954, Inga is the daughter of Billie and Bryan Bell. She loved to read. Inga was a member of Center First United Pentecostal Church in Center.
She is survived by:
Son, Roy Eric Sicko of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Jackson Wayne Holloway
Heaven Annyson Metcalf
Allyson Louise Bolton
Also, a host of friends.
Preceded in death by daughters, Sunny Ann Sicko, Angel Lorrine Lout, and Brandi Lynn Lout; and parents, Billie and Bryan Bell.
Pallbearers will be Dillon Porter, Cody Porter, Roy Eric Sicko, Jackson Lane Holloway, Luke Metcalf, and Clint Crocker.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
10/17/2022
B (Becky) Adrienne Maidic, 87 of Center, passed away October 11, Tuesday evening 2022 in Center, Texas. She was born July 20, 1935 in New York City to Albert and Blanche Beck.
Per Becky’s request, a memorial service was conducted at Watson and Sons Funeral Home at 11am on Thursday, October 13, 2022 with Rev. Malcom Monroe officiating.
Becky grew up and graduated from High School in Oklahoma. Becky was employed with Corporate Office of Exxon, Inc. in Houston, Texas until her retirement in 1974.
After a long courtship with her best friend of 18 years, Becky married Frank Evan Maidic in 1979. Frank retired from Hudson Hardware Company as a Sales Representative and the couple purchased a chicken farm in Center and raised chickens until Franks death in 2000.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Blanche Martin and her husband, Frank Evan Maidic.
She leaves to cherish her memories:
Special friends, Cliff and Carolyn Lightfoot
Nephew and niece by marriage, Wayne and Gerry Jenicke of Kansas City, Kansas
Cousin, Marilyn Railsbeck of California
Best friends:
Peaches Conway
Carol Doyal
Paul and Sandy Risinger
Dixie Dellinger
Barry and Janet Ellison
Bo and Iris Warren
Roy and Sandra Davis
Shawn
Sitters: Judy Guidry, Cindy Battles, Kim Todd
Employees of Wal-Mart, Center Tire Company, Brookshire Brothers, and other businesses she visited daily.
Services entrusted to Watson & Sons Funeral Home, after which her body will be transported to Kansas City, Kansas to lie in state beside her husband Frank Evan Maidic.
All donations may be made to Alzheimer Association, 225 N. Michigan Avenue, 17th Floor, Chicago, Illinois 60601-7633 or online at www.all.org.
10/14/2022
Derwin Wayne Armstrong, 63 of Center, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2022 in Center. He was born June 14, 1959 to Carl Armstrong Sr. and Fannie Hubbard McCoy in Houston, Texas.
Funeral service is 1pm on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at Community Funeral Home Chapel, 157 CR 2230, Center, Texas with Reverend Fields officiating.
He sang in the choir at St. Paul Baptist Church at an early age with his grandmother Florine McCoy.
He attended Jones High School in Houston, Texas. He later married Rosalyn Doggins Armstrong. He was a jack of all trades and was employed by Tyson Foods.
He is preceded in death by his father, Carl Armstrong, Sr.; son, Derwin Armstrong, Jr.; and siblings, Franklin McCoy, Bruce Armstrong, and Barbara Taylor.
He leaves to cherish his memories:
Children:
Celina Armstrong (Alex, Sr.)
Dexter Armstrong (Tanisha)
Latisha Armstrong, Jasmine Williams
Grandchildren: Jatavion (Shay), Shyteria, Amaria, Jahmyah, Alexiyah, Alex Jr., and Aleya
Siblings:
Angelina Hubbard Johnson (Irvin)
Gregory McCoy
Ronald Armstrong (Juanna)
Stanley Armstrong
Carl Armstrong, Jr.
Sheila Atkins (Carl)
Gwen Armstrong (Celeste)
Belinda Armstrong
A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Special recognition to two nephews: Christopher Hubbard and Zachary Bolton
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
10/14/2022
Lydia Cossette Martin, 86, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, October 14, 2022, in Lufkin.
Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, October 16, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born March 20, 1936, in Center, Lydia is the daughter of Roxie Jackson Porter and Hubbard Porter. She loved bingo, the Dallas Cowboys, and her dog, Abbey.
She is survived by:
Children:
David Martin and Donna of Logansport, Louisiana
Charlene Fowler and Larry of Lufkin
Charles Martin and Tiny Wells of Joaquin
James Martin and Melanie of Logansport, Louisiana
Teri Byrd and Michael of Joaquin
Claudette Kendrick and Lane Pridgen of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Brandon Martin
Joey Kendrick
Michelle McKim
Elizabeth McCarty
Brad Kendrick
Chris Kendrick
Amanda Fowler
Alexis Byrd
Emily Byrd
Michalla Byrd
Dillon Martin
Megan Evans
Heather Martin
Stephen Key
Kathy Foley
Amie Graham
Angela Farrington
D.J. Martin
Denvor Martin
Bryan Martin
Numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren
Also, numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by husband, Charles Martin; parents, Roxie Jackson Porter and Hubbard Porter; four sisters; and 2 brothers.
Pallbearers will be Brad Kendrick, Chris Kendrick, Brandon Martin, Edward Barber, Dillon Martin, and Denvor Martin.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
10/13/2022
Morris Wayne Brown was born November 23, 1938 to Hugh Brown and Ima Brown Furlow in Huxley, Texas. He went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, October 12, 2022.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, October 14, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, October 15, 2022, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rusty Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Wimberly Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Morris retired from AT&& after 33 years of service. He was a lifetime member of the Old Spanish Trail Ride from 1957 to his death. He served as Trail Boss from 1980 until his death. He was a lifetime member of the Houston Livestock and Rodeo serving on several committees. Morris’s life was his family and his trail ride family. He was a diehard Joaquin Ram’s fan. He graduated from Joaquin Class of 1957. He loved the University of Texas Longhorns. He joined the army in December of that year serving his country for 3 years.
Left to cherish his memory:
Wife and best friend Sally Brown.
Children:
Tim Brown and wife Tammy
Shannon Lowe and husband Mac
Douglas King, Jr and fiancé Brittaney Aaron
Grandchildren:
Desare Emigh and husband Mitchell
Dalton Wheless and girlfriend Lexi Smith
Preslie King, Cody Aaron, and Blake Aaron
Bailey Rabalais
Austin Rabalais and wife Angel
Darren Lowe and wife Abbey
Jace Lowe and wife Mackenzie Lowe
Special grandson Adam Mason and wife Sterling.
Multiple great grandchildren
Sisters:
Beth Brown Lee
Debbie Brown Gamble and husband Herman
Brother: Butch Brown and wife Mary
Proceed in death by his infant daughter, Father Hugh Brown, Mother Ima Brown Furlow, Step Father Ed Furlow, Sister Carla Adkison, Brother Ricky Brown, Brother in law Harold Lee, nephew Billy Watson. Special Cousin Dan Duncan. Maternal Grandparents Dode Duncan, Lona Duncan, Paternal Grandparents Leonard and Velma Brown. His very special friend Thomas Harvey.
Serving as pallbearers:
Darrell Withers
John Bell
Dalton Wheless
Adam Mason
Austin Rabalais
Tony Yang
Honorary Pallbearers:
Board of Directors and Members of the Old Spanish Trail Ride
Donut Shop Gang
Mask are not required, but recommended.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
10/13/2022
Esther Lee Bledsoe Norris, 93 of Joaquin, passed away Monday, October 10, 2022. She was born to John Henry Bledsoe, Sr., and Fannie Lee Williams Bledsoe on December 30, 1928 in Mansfield, Louisiana.
In 1944, she married Josh Norris, Jr. (deceased). To this union six children were born.
Graveside service is 11am Saturday, October 15, 2022 at Haslam Cemetery in Joaquin, Texas with Rev. Frankie Cooper officiating. Interment is at Haslam Cemetery.
She leaves to cherish her memories:
Children:
Betty Lamb of Joaquin
Junie (Alan) of Logansport
Queen Norris of Joaquin
Sandy Norris of Tenaha
Sister, Betty Woods of Houston
26 Grandchildren, 40 Great-grandchildren, 28 Great-great-grandchildren
Numerous nieces and nephews
Son-in-law, Clarence Sledge
She is preceded in death by her husband, Josh Norris, Jr.; two children, Willie Glenn Norris and Fannie Mae Norris; two grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center.
10/13/2022
Pamela Bounds, 75, of Frisco, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2022, in Plano.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 15, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Visitation will begin at 11:00. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born January 26, 1947, she lived a life of love and service. Her hallmark was loving the Lord, His Word, and being a beloved daughter of the King of Kings! She loved her husband, children, and grandchildren more than words can convey. She valued educating young people in excellence through their everyday schoolwork and lives.
Survived by:
Son, Phil Bounds
Daughter, Mishea Davis
Daughter-in-law, Shanda Bounds
Grandchildren:
Kayman Bounds
Kingsley Bounds
Ayden Davis
Hannah Bounds
Caden Bounds
Brother, Chris Head
Sister, Cynthia Butler
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
10/11/2022
Justin Lynn McSwain, 37, of Center, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2022, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 13, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 14, 2022, at Watson and Sons Chapel with Dathan Tipton and Brandon Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born April 7, 1985, in Nacogdoches, Justin was the son of Donna Marie Moore McSwain and Ronnie Lynn McSwain. Justin graduated from Center High School in 2003. He enjoyed the outdoors – hunting and fishing. He was incredibly smart and so talented at welding and tinkering on his many trucks and projects. He loved his family so deeply and loved spending time with them – especially with his boys. He cared about his siblings so much and was very protective of them. Growing up he was always so energetic and happy and full of life and ambition. When he was a kid, he had a bag full of drawings and plans for their clubhouse they built. He was fearless and tough, a leader. He was also fiercely competitive and naturally good at anything and everything he did.
Survived by:
Sons:
Caleb McSwain
Jasper McSwain
Jeffrey McSwain
Mother of Children, Amanda McSwain
Dad, Ronnie McSwain
Brother, Jake and wife Kyrsten McSwain
Sisters:
Jennifer and husband Sean Watson
Julie McSwain and James Holt
Jessi McSwain
Nieces and Nephews:
Laina
Noah
Emerson
Audrey
Clayton
Kason
Grandmother, Mildred McSwain
Numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by mother, Donna McSwain; grandparents, Waymon Moore and Janette Colvin Moore Byrd; and grandfather, James Lee McSwain.
Pallbearers will be Ryan Harding, Cory Young, Sean Watson, AJ McSwain, Payton McSwain, Marcus Adkinson, and Randall Gilchrist. Honorary pallbearers will be cousins.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
10/09/2022
Nelda Kay Oliver Shillings, 86, of Center, Texas, passed away on September 19, 2022, in Center, Texas. She was born on July 23, 1936, in Tenaha, Texas, to the late J.W. Oliver and Elva Forsythe Oliver.
Graveside services will be held on Sunday, October 16, 2022, at 2pm at the Sardis Methodist Church on FM 414 between Center and Shelbyville.
Nelda is survived by:
Children:
Wendy Williams of Lufkin
Cheryl Parker of Lufkin
Leon Shillings Jr. and wife Gina of Spring, Texas
Grandchildren:
Ashley Whiteside of Shelbyville
Randall Mixon of Azle, Texas
Leslie Jacobs and husband Brent of Center
Great-grandchildren:
Baylee, Reese, and Camille Whiteside
Zane, Tatum, and Lawson Jacobs
Sister, Doris Grace of Livingston
Brother, John Oliver of Paxton
Sisters-in-law:
Jeanette Oliver
Margaret Oliver
Linda Lawler
Special cousin, Mildred Baldwin
Host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Leon Shillings Sr.; parents, J.W. and Elva Oliver; brother, Wayne Oliver; and sisters, Ruth Gandy and Winniebeth Oliver.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
10/03/2022
April Julissa Cavazos-Guzman, 20, of Nacogdoches, Texas, passed away on September 27, 2022 in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born on October 10, 2001, in Nacogdoches, Texas, to Eloy Cavazos and Yolanda Guzman-Cavazos.
Funeral service will be held at Mangum Funeral Home, on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at 2pm. Visitation will be held prior to the service on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, beginning at 12PM until service time at Mangum Funeral Home.
April attended Center High School. She was a dedicated, loving stay at home mom to her two children, Arlo and Josman. April enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She always carried a smile and was happy. April will be remembered in our hearts always and forever.
She is survived by:
Precious boys:
Arlo Cavazos
Josman Cavazos
Parents, Eloy Cavazos and Yolanda Guzman
Sisters:
Anita Guzman
Lilliana Balderas
Laura Balderas and husband Edwin Melenez
Brothers:
Jose Guzman and wife Prisila
Edgar Guzman and wife Leah
Ricardo Guzman Cavazos
Numerous cousins
Host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
April is preceded in death by her grandmother, Anita Olivarez; and sister, Jasmin Cavazos.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
10/03/2022
Dorothy Nell Strong, 91, of Joaquin, passed away Sunday, October 2, 2022, in Joaquin.
Graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at Brookland Cemetery in Joaquin with visitation at 9:30 a.m. Bro. Charles Hall to officiate.
Born October 6, 1930, Dorothy Nell is the daughter of Hilda Shirey Creech and William H. Creech. She loved reading and traveling. In younger years, Dorothy Nell and her husband R.C. were instrumental in the development of the Old Spanish Trail ride, and she was also a lifetime member of the Go Texan committee. Dorothy was a member of First Baptist Church in Logansport, Louisiana.
She is survived by:
Her sons:
Jim Strong and wife Judy
Chester W. Strong and wife Marilyn
Grandchildren:
Jenifer and husband Brad McKee
Jessica Henderson
Jeremy Strong
Great-grandchildren:
Bailey McKee
Kendall McKee
Lexie Henderson
Lacie Henderson
Lane Henderson
Colton Strong
Corbin Strong
Brother, William “Buddy” Creech and wife Suzanne
Numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives
Preceded in death by husband, R.C. Strong; son, Robert “Buck” Strong Jr.; sister, Doris Ann Crenshaw; parents, Hilda Shirey Creech and William H. Creech; and significant other, Bud Hooper.
A special thanks to caretaker, Carol “C.J.” Johnson.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to First Baptist Church in Logansport, LA, 1009 Gum,
PO Box 38o, Logansport, LA 71049 or to the Brookland Cemetery fund P.O. Box 338 Joaquin, TX 75954.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
10/01/22
Jerry "Perch" Bass, 69, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, September 30, 2022, in Center.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 3, 2022, at Sholar Cemetery in Joaquin with Thomas Spurlock officiating.
Born February 12, 1953, Jerry is the son of Fay Woods Bass and Clarence Emmitt Bass Sr.
He is survived by:
Children:
Shelly Bass and Michael Bass of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Dayza Lane
Boogie Lane
Jayden Bass
Tate Bass
Maddie Fiedler
Great-grandchild, Kailynne Johnson
Sisters:
Martha Shelton of Joaquin
Billie Pritchett of Joaquin
Preceded in death by parents, Fay Woods Bass and Clarence Emmitt Bass Sr.; brother, Clarence Emmitt Bass Jr.; and sister, Annie Ruth Richards.
09/30/2022
Governor Tillman passed away on Saturday, September 24, 2022.
Funeral service is at 11am on Saturday, October 1 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church (Lake Timpson), 3398 FM 2667, Timpson, Texas 75975.
He is survived by:
Spouse, Margaret Tillman
Children:
Jeffery Richardson
Malinda Johnson
Melissa Tillman
Grandchildren:
DeKendrick Hooper
Aniyan Johnson
Jeffery Richardson
Mariyan Dodd
Nicholas Dodd
Siblings:
Leroy Tillman
Joyce Walker
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
09/29/2022
Jamonie Nash, better known as JNash was born July 10, 1999 in Nacogdoches, TX. He passed away, September 25, 2022, in Nacogdoches, TX.
Service scheduled for 1:30pm on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at Triumph Church, 908 Daniels Street, Center, Texas with Apostle Rodney Beard, Eulogist. Burial will be in Mt. Gillion Cemetery, Center, TX; under the direction of Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Dr., Nacogdoches, TX. Repass will be held at Pineywoods Outreach Center, 255 Haley Drive, Center, TX.
Visitation is Friday, September 30, 2022 from 1:00pm until 6:00pm at Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Drive, Nacogdoches, TX.
Prayers and Condolences to the family of Bishop William Nash and 1st Lady Pearlie Nash.
Services entrusted to Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Dr., Nacogdoches, TX 75961.
09/27/2022
Vera Nell Brown, of Nacogdoches age 73 was born October 6, 1948 in Center, Texas to C.D. Cartwright and Beulah Garrett Cartwright.
Vera Nell Brown, passed away Sunday, September 25, 2022 in Lewisville, TX. Funeral service, Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Abundant Love Ministries, 1426 Shelbyville St. Center, TX with Rev. Marlin Cloudy, Sr., Eulogist.
Visitation will begin on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Dr. Nacogdoches, TX
Burial will be in Westview Cemetery, Center, TX, under the direction of Sid Roberts Funeral Home, Nacogdoches, TX.
Survivors:
She leaves to cherish her memory:
One son, Lester D. Cartwright (Clarissa) of Dallas, TX
Four daughters:
Ivy Nell Rushing of Nacogdoches
Tracie (Tajudeen) Dairo of Lewisville, TX
Phyllis Cartwright of Center
Denise Brown-Flanagan (Tim) of Houston
One brother, Billy Cartwright of Center
Grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and host of nephews, nieces, cousins and many friends.
Services Entrusted To Her Family of Professionals at:
Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Dr. Nacogdoches, TX 75961 (936) 564-4351, "Where The Family Comes First"
09/27/2022
Francis Irvin McGrath, Jr., 78, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on September 21, 2022, in Timpson, Texas. He was born on September 16, 1944, in Victoria, Texas to the late Francis, Sr. and Dorothy (Leonard) McGrath. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at Garrison Funeral Home, officiated by Chaplain Steve Jackson. Interment will follow at Cold Springs Cemetery, Garrison, Texas.
Visitation will be held prior to the service from 12:00 to 1:00 pm Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at Garrison Funeral Home.
Francis grew up in Victoria, Texas. He joined the Marines right out of high school. He served 4 years with the Marines and earned the rank of Corporal before his discharge. Francis then went on to serve as a Game Warden with the Texas Parks and Wildlife office in Corpus Christi, Texas where he met his wife, Jenna. They were married in Denton, Texas on July 20, 1989. Francis enjoyed shooting and reloading ammo and was a member of the National Rifle Association. He also spent time bird watching and taking pictures of nature. Francis was a collector of curios and relics. He loved spending time with his family and will be greatly missed.
Francis is survived by:
His daughters:
Charlotte Marion McGrath
Frances Jean Mills and husband, Jon
Stepdaughters:
Karen Marine Naylor
Mary Bess Snyder
Lori Ann Gonzalez
Katrina Lynn Swinney
Stepson, Michael Lee Naylor, Jr.
Half-sister, Susan Overcash
Half-brothers:
Randy Roberts and wife, Debbie
Mark McGrath
Grandchildren:
Bryan Matthew Mills
Keith Bradley Mills
Conner Walker
Rachelle Lea Klepac and husband, Brandon
Roxanne LaRae Cox and husband, Dennis
Kenna Denise Naylor
Great-grandchildren:
Savannah Grace Lawson
Penny Gayle Cox
Shiloh DelRae Klepac
Cash Cotton Cox
Cheyanne Lillian Klepac
Waylon West Cox
Elvis Champ Cox
His beloved dog, Maggie Mae McGrath
His caregiver, Melisa Gibbo
Along with numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends
He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Lydia Leonard; parents, Francis, Sr. and Dorothy (Leonard) McGrath; wife, Jenna McGrath; and stepson, Gary Davis.
Serving as pallbearers are Jon Mills, Keith Mills, Bryan Mills, Gary Corley, Mike Naylor, and E.J. McHenry.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.garrisonfh.net
Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, is in charge of arrangements.
09/23/2022
Tina Marie Jacobs, 54 of Center, passed away on Monday, September 19, 2022. She was born June 22, 1968 to James Charles Jacobs and Patsy Ann Handy.
A homecoming celebration will be held at 11am on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at Community Funeral Home Chapel, 157 CR 2230, Center, Texas.
She is survived by:
Children:
Lena Whiteside
Erica Miles
Joshua Jacobs
Four Grandchildren: Jada, Dallas, Michala, and her Jahana. She and Jahana had a special bond. She was her Nana's playmate.
She loved her two brothers:
"Big" brother, Jeffery Chumbly
"Little" brother, Harris Allen
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
09/23/2022
DeBrodrick Montreal Jones, 20 of Center, passed away Sunday night, September 18, 2022 at CHI St. Lukes in San Augustine.
Funeral service is Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 12 noon at Center Triumph Church with Bishop Howard Cloudy, Sr. officiating. Interment at Thompson Cemetery.
God was so just and faithful that he decided to bless Tammie Jones and Sir Roderick Sparks with a Prince, they named DeBrodrick Montreal Jones. Watching this fearless child morph into an amazing son, Big brother, Grandson, Nephew and Dad was a pleasure. At an early age in life, he developed a passion for motorcycles, horses, fast cars amongst other hobbies, especially the Jordan sneakers. He was determined to ride a horse and taught himself how to wheelie on his first dirt bike when he was only 5 years old. His charismatic, life of the party personality, would birth his after ego "BHub" and would make him a legend at the young age of 20. He had a genuine heart and a determining spirit, accomplishing whatever he put his mind to. His life became more fulfilling when Zeek, DeeDee and Duece entered his world. With all of his accomplishment, Daddy made him the proudest. He lived a life that only God had ordained and it was to the fullest.
He is preceded in death by grandfather, Lonnie Steward.
He leaves to cherish his memories:
Parents, Tammie Jones and SirRoderick Sparks
Children:
Ezekiel Carter Hall "ZeKe"
De'Zariyah S'Nyi Jones "DeDe"
De'Brodrick Montreal Jones, Jr. "Deuce"
Sisters:
Kaliejha Johnson
Lanaijha Johnson
Amariyah LaRaye
Grandparents:
The Late Clifford Ray Sparks, Jr. and Evelyn Sparks
Sandra Dean Jones and Anthony Chumbley
Great-grandmother, Earlene McDaniel
Aunts:
Onita Jones
Bo'Nisha Morris
LaSandra Davis (Shya Stansberry, Lakenzie Davis, Brianna Davis, Cordajah Arnold)
Uncles:
Fredrick Sparks
Chadrick Jones (Wytavia Jones, Natrey Dows, Chadrick Jones, Jr. Kye Rochelle, Chasidee Jones)
Fredrick Sparks (Darya, Josephy and Vicious Sparks)
Special Sister, Ciara Nichole Jones
Special Friend, Ki'Mya Si'Mone Hageon
A host of other relatives and friends.
Service entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
09/21/2022
Juanita Williams, 89 of Joaquin, Texas died Saturday, September 10, 2022, at the local emergency room in Center, Texas. He was born to the late Andrew Williams Sr. and the late Accie Richards Williams in Haslem, Texas.
Funeral service will be Monday, September 26, 2022, at 11:30am at Hicks Chapel. Visitation is Monday, September 26, 2022, at 10:30am at Hicks Chapel. Committal is at Northwest Veterans Cemetery, Keithville, Louisiana.
Due to COVID 19, masks are required during visitation and funeral services. All safety procedures are strictly enforced.
Williams enlisted into the United States Army on December 7, 1954, serving his country for 2 years.
He is survived by:
Son, Eugene Robertson of Houston
Daughter, Wanda (Bobby) Fitzpatrick of Houston
Grandson, James Fitzpatrick of Houston
Granddaughters:
Regina Rivers of Houston
Shamica Fitzpatrick of Houston
Brothers:
Robert Williams of Joaquin
Andrew Williams Jr. of Joaquin
Sister, Berta Mae Jack of Houston
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.
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