Obituaries
09/21/2022
Louise Lawrence, 90, of Joaquin, went to be with her Lord Tuesday, September 20, 2022, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, September 24, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation at 1:00 p.m. Paul Silvey and Ed Williams to officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born September 9, 1932, in DeRidder, Louisiana, Louise is the daughter of Bertha Jones Hammock and Thomas W. Hammock. She retired from being a 2nd grade school teacher after 43 years. Louise was a member of 1st Baptist Church in Joaquin, where she sung in the choir and loved to help with various activities.
Survivors are:
Children:
Ricky Lawrence and wife Nita Ann
Mark Lawrence
Carol Register
Grandchildren:
Traci and husband Matthew Mettauer
Michelle and husband Jeremy Morvan
Amber and husband Nathan Phelps
Chad Lawrence and wife Kailyn
Brad Lawrence
Brian Register and wife Tiffany
Great-grandchildren:
Tatum and Garrett Mettauer
Ainsley and McKenna Morvan
Kiptyn and Baylin Phelps
Kinsley Lawrence
Kason Register
Special friend, Sondra Lawrence; and also numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, A.J. Lawrence; parents, Bertha Jones Hammock and Thomas W. Hammock; brothers, Tommy Hammock and wife Hattie, Donald Hammock and wife Barbara, Billy Hammock and wife Nancy; sisters-in-law, Annette and husband Mickey Permenter and Jo and husband Doc Doxtater; and brother-in-law, Mickey Lawrence and wife Janice.
Pallbearers will be Chad Lawrence, Matthew Mettauer, Brad Lawrence, Jeremy Morvan, Brian Register, and Nathan Phelps.
The family would like to thank Focus Care for all of their love and support.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
09/20/2022
Kenneth Franklin Gregston, 86, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, September 20, 2022, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 23, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Bro. Ronnie Wheeler will officiate. Interment will follow at Campti Methodist Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born February 29, 1936, in Shelby County, Kenneth is the son of Beulah Truitt Gregston and Luke Gregston. He loved to fish. Kenneth was a member of First Baptist Church of Shelbyville.
Survived by:
Children:
Eugene Gregston and wife Sheila of Shelbyville,
Jay Gregston and wife Kay of Victoria,
Allison Gregston of Mountain Pine, Arkansas
April and husband Derrick Prince of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Matthew Gregston of Hallsville
Thomas Gregston and wife Savannah of Bay City
Angie Freezor of Chalmette, Louisiana
Brent Gregston and wife Jennifer of College Station
Brianna and husband Ervin Goodrum of Lufkin
Sabrina and husband Chris Taylor of Mountain Pine, Arkansas,
Corey Gregston and wife Raven of Watson
Oklahoma, Andrew Elizondo and wife Jessika of Victoria
Camryn Prince of Shelbyville
20 great grandchildren
Sister, Jean Rash of Jasper
Sister-in-law, Vicky Gregston Warren of Center
Numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by parents, Beulah Truitt Gregston and Luke Gregston; brother, James Gregston; sisters and brothers-in-law, Kathleen and Dan Matthews, Ann and Charles Rash, and Elray Rash; and grandson, Scott Wynn.
Pallbearers will be Matthew Gregston, Thomas Gregston, Brent Gregston, Derrick Prince, Glenn Matthews, and Luke Matthews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a church or charity of choice.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
09/20/2022
Katharine McGee, 92, of Nacogdoches, Texas, passed away on September 19, 2022, in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born on February 10, 1930, in Benton, Louisiana, to Robert Marion Chambliss and Nettie Ora Estes.
Graveside service will be held at 11:00AM on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at Strong Cemetery, Huxley, with Bro. Levard Swindle officiating.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 22, 2022 from 9:30AM – 10:30AM at Mangum Funeral Home.
Survived by:
Daughters:
Betty Gail Scaife and husband Mike
Sheila Pat Parker
Son, Bradley Kevin McGee and wife Susan
Sister, Lois Hass
A host of family that will miss her dearly.
She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, Robert Venice “Pat” McGee; parents, Robert and Nettie Chambliss; son, Jerry Dean McGee; daughter, Deborah June Cockrell; sisters, Ora Lee Carroll, Sybil Heath; brothers, Thomas Arlington Chambliss, Marvin Chambliss, and Buren Chambliss.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
09/20/2022
Legacy Elianna Elise Turner, 3 months old, of Center, Texas, was received in the arms of Jesus on September 18, 2022, in Center, Texas. She was born on June 1, 2022, in Nacogdoches, Texas, to Stacy Turner and Courtney Adkison.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00PM on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at Mangum Funeral Home with Rev. Derek Rhodes officiating.
Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 1:00PM until service time.
Legacy is survived by:
Her loving parents, Stacy Turner and Courtney Adkison
Brothers:
Karter Hunter
Stacy Turner Jr.
Lynnix Turner
Grandparents:
Brandy Adkison and husband Terry
Stacy Turner and LaJuana Hurts
Great-grandparents
Rosetta McMillian
Betty Sue Turner
Great-great grandparents, Esther Norris
Godmother, ShaTorya Reed
Special auntie, Tionnee Turner
Aunts and uncles:
Christian and Mariel Turner
JaLiyah Turner
Ethan and Carly Adkison
Numerous cousins; and a host of family that will miss her dearly
She is preceded in death by her great-grandfather, Robert McMillian Jr.; great-grand grandparents, William and Jaqueline O’Pry; and great-great grandfather, Junior Jack Norris.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
09/19/2022
Janelle Drews, 87, of Marlin, passed away Sunday, September 18, 2022, in Nacogdoches.
Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, September 22, 2022, at Hillcrest Cemetery in Marlin, Falls County, Texas.
Born November 17, 1934, Janelle is the daughter of Wanda Comeal Rayburn Buro and Henry Otto Ludwig Buro. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Marlin, where she served as secretary, and a member of First Baptist of Center. Janelle was also a member of Order of Eastern Star.
She is survived by:
Nieces and nephews:
Carl Rogers and wife Becky
Shelly Rogers
Ed Rogers
Larry Brothers and wife Paula
Jeanette Brothers
Phyllis Freeman
Great-nieces and Great-nephews:
Matthew Rogers
Chloe Rogers
Joseph Rogers
Lane Rogers
Lauren Rogers
Preceded in death by her husband, Fred Drews Jr.; parents, Wanda Comeal Raibourn Buro and Henry Otto Lidwig Buro; and sister, Joyce Rogers.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Center or ASPCA.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
09/19/2022
Bradley Edward Allen, 66, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on September 16, 2022, in Timpson, Texas. He was born on June 5, 1956, in Center, Texas, to L.G. and Billie Joy (Fitts) Allen. Funeral services will be at 11:00 am Thursday, September 22, 2022, at First Baptist Church, Timpson, Texas, officiated by Bro. Tim Lovelady.
Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:00 am on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at First Baptist Church, Timpson, Texas.
Bradley was raised his whole life in Timpson. He graduated from Timpson High School in 1975. Bradley enjoyed playing football in High School and went on to play for a short time in college before being injured. Bradley was a retired Shelby County Commissioner, where he served for several years. He was an avid Astros fan. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Bradley was known as being very funny and charismatic. His personality was uplifting to everyone who met him. Bradley’s most precious treasure in this world were his grandchildren. He loved them with all that he had. Bradley was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church in Timpson. He will be greatly missed by family, friends, and all who knew him.
Bradley is survived by:
Mother, Bille Joy Allen
Daughter, Amy Allen and husband, Bryan Stinnett
Son, Kyle Allen and wife, Tisha
Grandchildren:
Taylor Morris-Fanguy and husband, Taylor
Tyler Morris
Taran Morris
Lukas Allen
Clyde Stinnett
Tully Stinnett
Great-grandchildren:
Sam Fanguy
Beau Fanguy
He is preceded in death by his father, L.G. Allen; and brother, Ricky Allen.
Serving as pallbearers will be Joe Mac Johnson, Connell Patton, Bryan Stinnett, Clayton Norman, William Edwards, and Jacob Allen. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Allen, Michael Crouch, and Dean Clay.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net.
09/19/2022
Gwendolyn H. B. Crawford passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 15, 2022, at Lakeside Village Assisted Living, in Center, Texas. She was born November 7, 1921, in the Huber community of Shelby County. She lived most of her adult life in Timpson. She and Oneil celebrated fifty years of marriage in October 1998.
Gwen made the decision to donate her body to science in the late 1980’s. There will be a celebration of her life later in the fall.
She is survived by:
Children:
Billie Sue Beckham Payne
Michael and Glenda Crawford
Jim and Annette Crawford
Seven grandchildren:
Rob and Kim Payne
Angela and Kevin Walker
Josh and Lacie Payne
Coby and Fran Crawford
Emily and Stephen Rodriquez
Makenzie and Clent Wyatt
Alayna and Miguel Thames
Thirteen great-grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren
She was preceded in death by her parents, James Sterman and Clio Johnson Hooper; first husband, James L. Beckham (killed in action in WWII; second husband, Oneil Crawford; son-in-law, Vance Payne; and grandson, Corey Crawford.
Memorials can be made to the Timpson Volunteer Ambulance Service.
Services are under the direction of Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
09/16/2022
Christopher Tyrone Crawford, 49 of Center, passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2022. He was born July 1, 1973 to the late Belle Marie Green Crawford and James Arthur Crawford.
Funeral service is at 2pm on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at First Baptist Church of Center with Rev. David Mitchell officiating. Interment is at Pleasant Grove Cemetery.
He was a 1992 graduate of Center High School. He got his Chef Certification at Panola College.
At an early age he joined Pleasant Grove but later joined Center First UPC where he was baptized and a member until his passing.
He was employed by Pine Grove Nursing Home and Green Acres Nursing Home. He was currently working at Allied Security and F.L. Moffett Cafeteria where he worked for many years.
He enjoyed football (Kansas City Chiefs), wrestling, music, cooking and spending time with family. He brought a smile to everyone he met.
He was preceded in death by grandparents, Beulah Green, Edna Green, and Pate Gaddis; sister, Alicia Crawford; uncles, R.C. Green and Johnny Green; and aunts, Dollie Green and Mae Mae Green.
Chris leaves to cherish his memories:
Wife, Rosalyn of 29 years
Children:
Nakristianna Crawford
J. Christopher Crawford
Elgin Crawford
Heaven Thomas
DeVante Gray
Melisa McCollister
Sister, Felicia Crawford (Donald)
Brothers:
Stacey Crawford (Laketha)
Artis Nickerson (Alisa)
Special Friends:
Mary Thomas
LaDarryl Neal
Ira Latham
Special Cousins:
Linda Suell (Henry)
Omeisha Williams
Special Uncle, Martin “Marty” Randall
God-sisters:
Charnitra Garrett
Keitha Garrett
Charrika Daniell Holman
Sister-in-laws:
Michelle Riggins
LaSonnia Hooper
Chantel Starks (Troy)
Brother-in-laws:
Oscar Garner
Willie Bussey
A host of nieces, nephews, eight grandchildren, cousins, relatives, and friends.
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center, Texas.
09/15/2022
Dorothy Mae Horton, 55, of Center passed away September 11, 2022,
A home going celebration will be held Thursday, September 15, 2022 with the viewing from 12-noon until 6pm at Community Funeral Home 157 CR 2230 in Center.
Dorthy Mae Horton was born to Sam Matthew and Every Sanders on October 13, 1966.
She is survived by:
Children:
Travis Handy, Jr. of Center
Takeyah Handy of Center
Five grandchildren
Brother, Sam Sanders
Sister, Sharon Ravenell
Special thanks to Community Funeral Home, Affinity Hospice and Holiday Nursing Home.
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center.
09/15/2022
Charles Ray "Sonny" Walker, 77, passed away early Saturday morning, September 10, 2022 at the Nacogdoches Medical Center - Center Emergency Room. He was born July 17, 1945 in San Augustine, Texas to Charldron and Louella Walker.
Graveside service is 11am on Saturday, September 17, at Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville. Visitation is Friday, September 16 from 10am until 6pm at Community Funeral Home, Center, TX.
Charles joined the Bell Chapel Baptist Church at an early age. He attended and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1963. He started his career in Pulpwood and ended at Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative as a route away cutter until he retired around 2006.
"Sonny" was a kind and loving person who admired his family and his animals. He enjoyed riding his lawn mower and watching wrestling. He never met a stranger.
Charles is preceded in death by his parents, Charldron and Louella Walker; siblings, Billy Walker, Betty Walker, Johnny Walker, and Charlene (Dudda) Walker Moody.
He leaves to cherish his memories:
Wife of 50 years, Mae Alice
Two beautiful daughters:
Cordelia Ross (James)
Rachelle Walker (Marcus Goodwin)
Thirteen Grandchildren:
LaShyia Walker (Alex Cooksey)
Catasia Walker
JaKyra Ross
TyKerria Ross
LaBravion Thomas
Wayne Simpson
Kajavion "Ferb" Ross
Kemarion Ross
LaMarcus Goodwin (Shawncey)
SaDarion Walker (Courtney)
Marchelle Goodwin
A'Vante' Goodwin
Six Great-Grandchildren: Charly, KeJaylin, LaTravion, Mi'Tasia, A'Miria, and Mason
One special child, Pudgy "Pee Pee"
Siblings:
Bobby Earl Walker (Shelia) of Dallas
L.C. Walker (Merida) of Dallas
George Walker (Aracelia) of Dallas
Lucille Anthony (Bobby) of Dallas
Royce Walker (Alma) of San Augustine
Jerry Walker (Oletha) of San Augustine
Lester Walker (Cassandra) of San Augustine
Lisa Davenport (Edward) of San Augustine
Sister-in-law, Gloria Walker of Dallas
Brothers-in-law:
Charles White (Vinita) of Dallas
Johnny Williams of Dallas
Stepmother, Annie Ruth Walker
Step-sister, Mary Glenn
God-children:
Joseph Charles White
Brian Jackson
Along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
09/14/2022
Thomas Warren Smith, 66, of Center, Texas, passed away on September 13, 2022, in Center, Texas surrounded by loved ones. He was born on September 25, 1955, in Center, Texas, to the late Warren Christopher Smith and Allie Pearl (Anders) Smith.
Graveside service will be held at McClelland Cemetery, Center, on Friday, September 16, 2022, at 1pm. Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 11am until service time at McClelland Church, 733 County Road 2571, Center, Texas.
Thomas was born and raised in Shelby County. He attended Shelbyville High School. Thomas loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Together many memories were made through the years. He was an avid welder, sheet metal fabricator, amongst many other trades. He enjoyed being outdoors whether he was hunting and fishing or just visiting with friends and family when time permitted. He enjoyed collecting guns and was captivated with all the different types.
Thomas is survived by:
His wife, Rose Bennett
Son, James Warren Smith and wife Kimberly Chantel
Stepsons:
Richard Curtis Tony
Logan Dean Sandifer
Grandchildren:
Triston Smith
Karista Smith
Rilynn Smith
Lilly Gay
Maddalyn Gay
Gage Tony
Isabel Sandifer
Violet Sandifer
Honey Sandifer
A host of family and friends that will miss him dearly
He is preceded in death by his parents, Warren and Allie Smith; half-sisters, Dorthy Mae (Smith) Holt, Margie Nell (Smith) Boyett, Wanda Nell (Walker) Flanagan; and half-brother, Baron Ann Walker.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
09/12/2022
Jerry Lee Goetzman, 73, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, September 11, 2022, in Houston.
Funeral service to be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation at Noon. Johnny Black to officiate. Interment will be at Rosevine Cemetery in San Augustine County.
Born December 28, 1948, in Houston, Jerry is the son of Lona Mae Roach and Wayne Goetzman. He had many hobbies, including fishing, hunting, camping, outdoors, horseback riding, and trail riding.
Survived by:
Daughter, Lisa Goetzman
Sons:
Jason Goetzman and wife Kerri
Dennis Stringer and wife Sharon
Grandsons:
Caiden Goetzman
Michael Stringer and wife Kristi
Jason Stringer and wife Christi
Great-grandchildren:
Mikey Stringer
Abbi Stringer
Chace Stringer
Cace Stringer
J.J. Stringer
Multiple nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by wife, Yvonne Wetzel Goetzman; parents, Lona Mae Roach and Wayne Goetzman; and brothers, Lawrence, James, and Bobby Goetzman.
Pallbearers will be Michael Stringer, Mikey Stringer, and Jason Stringer.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
09/11/2022
Rickey Earl Gilchrist, 64, of Center, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, September 12, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Brandon Jones and Gordon Winslow Jr. officiating. Interment will be at Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born December 4, 1957, Rickey is the son of Mauddie Ann "Doodle" Gilchrist and C.B. "Buddy" Gilchrist. Rickey was a highly skilled machinist where he specialized in forklift and heavy machinery operations. His hobbies included restoring antique cars, attending and entering classic car shows where he won numerous awards with his blue 1955 Chevy Belair. Rickey was a well known mechanic, he enjoyed passing on his skills and knowledge to his son and grandsons. Rickey was a member of Center First United Pentecostal Church.
He is survived by:
His wife, Teresa Gilchrist
Kids:
Randall and Kara Gilchrist of Center
Wesley and Brittany Gilchrist of Center
Brandi Gilchrist of Center
Brittany Gilchrist of Center
Grandkids:
Colton
Caden
Blaine
Britlee
Mason
Christian
Kylee
Kyndell
Brother, David Gilchrist and wife Angie
Cousin, Dickie Gilchrist and wife Eldora
Numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by his parents, Mauddie Anne "Doodle" Gilchrist and C.B. "Buddy" Gilchrist; Baby Gilchrist; and grandparents, Seymore and Lillie Gilchrist.
Pallbearers will be Alan Hooper, Bubba Hooper, Ronnie Gregg, Blake Harkness, Shane Ray, Lonnie Whitton, Kase Hooper, and Cheyenne Moore. Honorary pallbearers will be Dickie Gilchrist, Boo Klein, Wesley Warr, and Dakota Womack.
The family invites everyone in wearing shades of blue to the visitation or funeral to honor Rickey’s favorite color.
Online condolences and tributes may be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
09/07/2022
Shirley Welch, 75, of Timpson, Texas passed away on August 23, 2022, in Longview, Texas. She was born on May 23, 1947, in Charleston, West Virginia to the late James and Opal (Shepherd) Cole. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 pm on September 11, 2022, at Messiah Baptist Church, Timpson, Texas officiated by Bro. David Lawhorn.
Shirley grew up in Charleston, West Virginia where she graduated high school from Charleston High School. She eventually settled in Timpson, Texas and raised her family. Shirley loved her church and church family. She was active in ladies bible study and was the Sunday school secretary. She enjoyed puzzle books and watching westerns in her spare time.
Shirley quit smoking in 2003, that one of her greatest accomplishments and was very proud. She spent a lot of time reading her bible, her favorite verse was John 3:16. Shirley was a special mom, daughter, Grandma, and Great-Grandma. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Shirley is survived by:
Her daughters, Nancy Welch of Timpson
April McCloy of Bridgeport, WV.
Lenora Buzzby of Charleston, WV.
Brother:
Steven Cole of Charleston, WV.
Grandchildren:
Mickile Welch
Roselynn Welch
Jennifer Welch
Christina Samples
Jeffery Harless
Daniel Mitchell
Heather Welch
Mellissa Woody
Christopher Woody
Morgan Nicole McCloy
Dustin Paul McCloy
Payton Buzzby
Colton Buzzby
10 great-grandchildren
She is preceded in death by her daughter, Sharon E. Welch.
09/06/2022
Vaudrine McDaniel, 86, of Tenaha, passed away Sunday, September 4, 2022, in Nacogdoches.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 9, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation at 10:00 a.m. Bro. Bill Holmes will officiate and Order of Eastern Star Funeral ceremony will be conducted by Center Chapter #348. Interment will follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha.
Vaudrine was a 60 year endowed member of Tenaha Order of East Star #185, which was consolidated with Center Chapter #348. She served as Tenaha Order of Eastern Star Secretary for 26 years and was a past Worthy Matron. Vaudrine was also a member of First Baptist Church of Tenaha, where she was involved with the Ladies 3 Sunday school class.
Born April 20, 1936, Vaudrine is the daughter of Ida Mae Davis Ruddell and James Vernon Ruddell.
She is survived by:
Her daughters:
Linda Hodge of High Island
Sharon Gray of Martinsville
Granddaughter, Brittany Risch of Martinsville
Great-grandson, Percy Chapman of Martinsville
Preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy McDaniel; parents, Ida Mae Davis Ruddell and James Vernon Ruddell; brothers, Frank E. Ruddell, William Durwood Ruddell, and Johnny Franklin Ruddell; and sister, Verna Mae Ruddell Douthit.
Pallbearers will be Craig Haltom, Keith Martin, Preston Gillin, Ronnie Fleming, Mark Odom, and Tommy McMahon. Honorary pallbearers will be Royce Perry, Ron Barker, John Harrington, Jerry Agnew, and Al Howard.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
09/01/2022
Lemes L. Cartwright (Lem), 87 of Center, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2022 at the E.R. in Center. He was born on November 19, 1934 in East Hamilton, Texas to William Cartwright and Mabelle Moore Cartwright.
Services will be held on at 2pm on Saturday, September 3, 2022 at Center Triumph Church with Pastor Arthur Cloudy and Bishop Howard Cloudy, Sr. officiating. Visitation will be held at Community Funeral Home at 11am until 7:30pm on Friday, September 2.
Lemes was a member of East Hamilton Missionary Baptist Church since childhood, and loved his East Hamilton community. He worked for Union/Southern Pacific Railroad for over 40 years. He loved spending his days at Brookshire Brothers, eating and spending time with friends, of whom there were many.
Lemes was preceded in death by his parents, William and Mabelle Cartwright; brother, T.W. Cartwright; sister, Elouise Johnson; and sons, Alvin Brinson and Quinard Earl Cartwright.
He leaves behind to mourn him:
Children:
Tommy Crockett (Patricia) of Colorado Springs, CO
Ortega Cartwright (LaTreaser) of Center
Veronica Cartwright of Center
Leonard Cartwright of Center
Laundre Johnson of Center
TraManski Johnson of Dallas
Brothers:
James (Elizabeth) Cartwright of Sacramento, CA
Thomas Cartwright of Silsbee, TX
William Cartwright, Jr. of Center
Sisters:
Janie Ann Coleman of Oakland, CA
Ester Cartwright of Center
Myrtle Lee Osby (Larry) of Center
Mattie Lee Martin of Center
He also leaves to mourn, his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and a host of other family and friends. Also, a special friend, Betty Ann Johnson
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center, Texas.
09/01/2022
Jerry Glen Green, 78, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on August 29, 2022, in Timpson, Texas. He was born on August 24, 1944, in Houston, Texas, to the late John Perry and Juanita (Rhodes) Green. Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm Saturday, September 3, 2022, at Tennessee Presbyterian Church, Timpson, Texas, officiated by Steve Ramsey.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday, September 2, 2022, at Taylor Funeral Home.
Jerry was a devoted husband to his loving wife, Virginia. He loved her with every ounce of his being until she was called home. Jerry was an amazing father to his four sons. They considered him their best friend and the best father ever. Jerry worked as a construction superintendent for 32 years before retiring. He was a dedicated work and never shied away from physical labor. Jerry loved spending any time he could with his family. He was the epitome of the family man. Jerry absolutely adored horses and spending many hours ranching. He rode in the Old Spanish Trail Ride and had many friends in that circuit. Jerry will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.
Jerry is survived by:
His sons:
Shane Green and wife, Ashley
Cade Green and wife, Dee Dee
Cole Green and wife, Tiffany
Rowdy Green
Sisters:
Tempie Pike
Jeanie Rhodes and husband, JT
Brother, Mike Green and wife, Barbara
Grandchildren:
Ashton Green Brazier and husband, Kale
Autumn Green Ballard and husband, Dylan
Gavin Green
Cooper Green
Logan Wright
Great-grandchildren:
Kamden Brazier
Caroline Brazier
Special friend, Barbara Cook
He is preceded in death by his parents, John Perry and Juanita Green; and his wife, Virginia Roberts Green.
Serving as pallbearers will be Shane Green, Cade Green, Cole Green, Rowdy Green, Gavin Green and Cooper Green.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net.
08/31/2022
Emma Loyce Bush, 89, of Tenaha, passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2022, in Humble.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 3, 2022, at Ramah Baptist Church in Tenaha with Bro. Keith Keele officiating. Visitation will begin one hour prior. Interment will be at Ramah Cemetery.
Born August 21, 1933, in Scurry, Loyce is the daughter of Era Rhodes and Doyle Harrison. She worked as a bank teller. Her hobbies included crocheting and sitting on the front porch of her house in her rocker. Loyce was a member of Ramah Baptist Church. There, she enjoyed Bible studies and sending out cards to church members.
Survivors include:
Grandchildren:
Andrea Prichard and husband Johnny
Marsha Bowden
Tammy Champ and husband Joe
Great-grandchildren
Ashlyn Prichard
Emily Prichard
Preceded in death by husband, Jack Bush; daughter, Susan Lanette Bush Bowden; parents, Era Rhodes and Damon “Doyle” Harrison; son-in-law, Jerry Bowden; sisters, Sarah Elizabeth Harrison Smith and Mary “Louise” Harrison Melton; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Evert William Bush and Bertie Lee Davis; and brother-in-law, Roy Bush.
Pallbearers will be Jerry Agnew, Daryle Lagroane, Bill Black, Joe White, Harry Perry, Lewis Johnson, Andrew Smith, and Jonathan Melton. Honorary pallbearers will be Duane Bush, Andrew Rushing, Robert Agnew, and Jerry Bush.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/31/2022
Linda Kay (Tyer) Nix, 78, of Timpson, Texas passed away on Monday, August 29, 2022. She was born June 1, 1944 in Shreveport, Louisiana to the late Leonard Dean and Gwenieth Louise (Wedgeworth) Tyer. Funeral services will be held 2:00pm on Friday, September 2, 2022 at First Baptist Church, Timpson, Texas officiated by Bro. Dee Daniels. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson, Texas.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00pm on Thursday, September 1, 2022 at Taylor Funeral Home.
Kay grew up in Timpson, Texas. She met Jerry Bob Nix while still in high school and they were married shortly after her graduation. Kay went on to get a Bachelor’s degree in education from SFA. She worked as a teacher for a short time while they lived in Waco. Kay sold lumber in Dallas for her parent’s sawmill, “Tyer Lumber Co.” while they resided there. She and Jerry eventually moved back to Timpson to take over the family business in the late 70s. She loved working at Nix Forest Industries and just recently stopped coming to the office due to poor health. During her many years at work, she enjoyed talking to the log truck drivers and visiting with her employees. In her spare time, Kay liked to travel with her best friend, Lo Gibson. They took many trips and went all over the world. Kay also enjoyed shopping, searching for antique treasures with her mother, and her weekly trips to the beauty shop to catch up with her hairdresser and friend, Debbie Tompkins. She was always put together and dressed to a T in her high heels. She had a love of dogs and had many in her lifetime, but none as special as her little “Yum Yum”. Kay kept to her roots often supporting local businesses and generously donating to her church, Timpson Volunteer Fire Department, and Timpson Ambulance Service. Kay was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Timpson. Grandmother Kay loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren dearly and they were all very special to her. Kay will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
The family would like to give special thanks to Shanita Rhodes and her staff for giving Kay such attentive care during her final days.
Kay is survived by:
Sons, Milt Nix and wife, Terrie
Jim Nix and wife, Karen
Grandchildren
Marcus Nix and wife Ashley Nix
Macy Nix
Harper Nix
Ellery Nix
Tatum Nix
Leah Kate Nix
Great-grandchildren
Sawyer Nix
Annabel Nix
Dawson Nix.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Gwenieth Tyer; Jerry Bob Nix, and special friend, Lo Gibson.
Serving as pallbearers will be Bruce Samford, Robbie Strahan, Billy K. Lemons, Trent Nix, Terry Washington, and Will Lloyd. Honorary pallbearers are O.L. Richardson, Henry Canada, Paul Mullins, David G. Billingsley, Paul Smith, Gene Bush, William M. Edwards, and Larry Solomon.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to First Baptist Church, Timpson, Timpson Volunteer Fire Department, or Timpson Ambulance Service.
08/30/222
Sonya Monique Dade, 54 of San Augustine, TX passed away on August 24, 2022, in Nacogdoches, TX. She was born July 20, 1968 to the parentage of Willie Earl Sr. and Johnnie Dell Jones, in San Augustine, TX.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, September 2, 2022 at 1:00pm at China Chapel Baptist Church, San Augustine, TX with Rev. Anthony Brooks, Eulogist and Rev. Fred Dade, Officiating. Interment will be at St. Luke’s Cemetery, San Augustine, TX.
She leaves to cherish her memory:
Mother, Johnnie Dell Dade of Lufkin, TX
Brother, Willie E. Dade, Jr. (Kristin) of Nacogdoches, TX
Sisters:
Patrice Griffin (Desteny) of Lufkin, TX
Patina Davis Parrish of Dallas, TX
God-Parents:
Bennie J. and Rosie Wilson of San Augustine, TX
And a host of uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
Preceded in death by: Her Dad, Willie Earl Dade Sr., brother- James C. Davis and Grand-parents: Willie and Jennie V. Dade and Casey and Blanchie Jones.
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”
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