Obituaries
08/27/2022
Robert (Bob) Walter Peddy, 69 of Tyler, passed away on August 26, 2022 in Tyler. He was born April 27, 1953 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Julian Lee Peddy and Faye Twomey Peddy.
Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Green Acres Baptist Church with Dr. David O. Dykes and Rev. Russell Kilpatrick officiating.
Visitation will follow in the Galilee Room. Interment will be at 3:30 at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha under the direction of Stewart Family Funeral Home.
Burial and graveside service is at 3:30pm on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha, Texas.
Bob was a member of Green Acres Baptist Church. He graduated from Stephen F. Austin University. He held the position of Partner with Gollob, Morgan, Peddy and Company.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his loving family including:
Wife, Sharon
Daughters:
Kelli Trent
Amanda Weaver
Sons-in-law:
Jason Trent
Jared Weaver
Grandchildren: Isabella, Jude, Emma, Gus and Hattie.
Pallbearers will be David Hubbard, Wes Kilpatrick, Don Kirkland, Donnie Martin, Justin Martin, Will Shaw and Lynn Warner. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Adams, Kevin Cashion, Gary Fisher, John Harris, Don Hood, Phil Hurley, Richard Lottman, Tom Moore, Tony Morgan, Ernie Psencik and Steve Smith.
If desired, memorials may be made to the Missions Fund at Green Acres Baptist Church (www.gabc.org) 1607 Troup Hwy, Tyler, TX 75701.
Services are under the direction of Stewart Funeral Home, Tyler, Texas.
08/27/2022
X.L. “Tex” Ratcliff, age 77, departed this life on Thursday, August 18, 2022 surrounded by loved ones in Madison, Wisconsin. Madison had been his home to more than forty-five years. He was born February 10, 1945 in Center, Texas to the late Lazelle and Mozelle Ratcliff.
Funeral service is at 1pm Saturday, August 27, 2022 at Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas. His final resting place is at St. John Cemetery in Center.
He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Michael Ratcliff; sisters, Elma Fields and Zelma Fields; brothers, O.B. Ratcliff and L.A. Ratcliff; wife Thelma Ratcliff; and significant other, Retha McCain.
He leaves to cherish his memories:
Daughters:
Dianna (Horeceeo) of Madison, WI
LaSheli (Steve) of Madison, WI
Sandy (Terry) of Center
Lon (Tiffany) of Dallas
18 Grandchildren and 24 Great-Grandchildren
Sisters:
Vira Poole of Wells, TX
Genell Smith of Center
Zella Davis of Lufkin
Brother, Willie Ratcliff of Longview
Host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
08/26/2022
Creola "Lil Bit" Nobles, 87, passed from this life August 22, 2022 at her residence in Milam, Texas. She was born on February 8, 1935 to the late Mary Thomas Haskins and Jessie Haskins. At a young age she became of Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church until her untimely death.
A celebration of life will be held at 11am on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at Buckley Cemetery, Carter's Ferry Road W., Milam, Texas 75959 with Rev. Scottie Suell officiating.
At the age of 18 she married Jimmy Nobles and upon their union they had five children.
She was proceeded in death by her husband Jimmy Nobles; eldest son, Jimmy Shirl Nobles; as well as six siblings, four brothers and two sisters.
She leaves to cherish her:
Children:
Shirley Williams of Milam
Edna Carol Nobles of Milam
Dorothy Williams of Nacogdoches
Jerry Nobles of Dallas
Grandchildren:
Kera Bledsoe of Nacogdoches
Lanceshetta "Coco" Hutchinson (Amalio)
Keandrea "Kandi" Williams
Darneshia "Nicki"
Demondrick "DJ" Williams
Great-Grandchildren:
A'Miria Ross
Ke'jaylin Ross
Sister, Magnolia "Big Sis" Rosenburgh of Dallas
Special Nephews:
Phillip "Wayne" Nobles
Linnie Haskin
Special Nieces:
Ruth Henson
Michell Dupree
A host of nieces and nephews
Special grandson, James Ross
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
08/24/2022
Lurline Garrett McCowin, 95 of Tyler, formerly of Center, passed away Thursday, August 18, 2022.
A homecoming celebration will be held for State-Mother Emeritus McCowin at 11am on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at St. Violet Baptist Church, 14129 FM 2767, Tyler, Texas. A public viewing is from 1pm until 6pm on Friday, August 26 at John R. Harmon Funeral Home, Tyler, Texas. Officiating is Pastor Richard McCowin.
She is survived by:
Children:
Iva Chumbley of Tyler
Pastor Richard McCowin of Tyler
Louis McCowin of Tyler
Jerry McCowin of Tyler
Willie McCowin of Tyler
Shirley McCowin Woods of Tyler
Deborah McCowin of Tyler
Host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchilren, and great-great-great-grandchilren.
Sister, Pauline Johnson of Center
Host of nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends.
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center and John R. Harmon Undertaking Company, 1112 N. Palace Avenue, Tyler, Texas.
08/24/2022
Mervil Ray Crawford, 86, of Center, passed away Monday, August 22, 2022, in Nacogdoches.
Graveside service will be held at 12:30 p.m., Friday, August 26, 2022, at White Rock Cemetery in Center with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m., at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Born May 29, 1936, Mervil is the son of Lois and Lynn Crawford. He is a United States Army Veteran.
Survivors include:
Wife, Leither Crawford
Children:
Raymond Crawford
James Thomas Crawford and wife Pamela
Grandchildren:
James Crawford Jr.
Kevin Crawford
Coleman Crawford
Lonnie Whitton
Marissa Crawford
Many great-grands
Brothers:
Jerry Crawford
Ben Crawford
Sister, Dorothy Blakenship
Preceded in death by his parents, Lois and Lynn Crawford; daughter, Pamela Crawford; brothers, Bill Crawford, Joe Crawford, and Larry Eugene Crawford; and sisters, Barbara Sue Crawford and Audrey Faye Crawford.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/23/2022
Calvin Ray Stephens of San Augustine County, Texas, passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 20, 2022, at the age of 67 years, 6 months, 13 days.
Mr. Stephens was born February 7, 1955, in Houston, Texas, to parents Lelia Mae (Hebert) and Jasper Miles "Duke" Stephens. He had lived in the San Augustine area most of his life and was a resident of Twin Lakes/Stone Creek Village for the past several years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lelia Mae and Jasper Miles "Duke" Stephens; along with his brothers, Jimmy Stephens and Dennis Stephens; and sisters, Theresa Rodriguez and Lelia Mary Stephens.
His survivors include a host of nieces and nephews.
Graveside services are set for 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at the Dickerson Cemetery, located on County Road 4255 in San Augustine County.
Visit www.WymanRobertsFuneralHome.com for memories and condolences. Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas.
08/22/2022
Pamila Strong, 66, passed away Saturday, August 20, 2022.
Visitation will be held from 12pm to 2pm, Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2pm, Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Joe Walker officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.
Pamila Strong was born October 23, 1955 in Carthage, Texas to John Henry Meyers and Jimmie Conway. She was a member of Center First United Methodist Church. Pamila retired from Horseshoe Casino where she worked as a gaming auditor for 25 years.
She is survived by:
Her daughter, Chelle Mooney and husband Bob Jr. of Center
Grandsons:
Bo Mooney, and fiancé, Hailey of Center
Luke Mooney of Center
Mother, Jimmie Lovell of Logansport, LA.
Sister, Angie Burton, and husband, Donnie of Logansport, LA.
Brother, Ted Lovell, and wife, Karen of Gardener of Hot Springs, AR.
Numerous neices, nephews and a host of friends.
The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at The Carpenter House of Shreveport.
She is preceded in death by her father's John Henry Meyers and Tony Lovell.
Pallbearers will be Bo Mooney, Luke Mooney, Chant Clark, Dustin Burton, Bob Mooney Jr., and Donnie Burton. Honorary pallbearers will be: Jimmy Strong, Kenneth Hardy, and Bob Mooney Sr.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/22/2022
James Ray Deason, 59, of Timpson, passed away Thursday, August 18, 2022, in Nacogdoches.
Graveside service will be held at Noon, Monday, August 22, 2022, at Asbury Chapel Cemetery in Center with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Born August 24, 1962, James is the son of Mary Little and James Bryant. He liked arts and crafts and would help anyone in need. James was of the non-denominational faith, where he served as a minister.
He is survived by:
His wife, Lela M. Davis Deason of Timpson
Brothers and sisters:
John Paul Deason
Mark Samuel Deason
Jerry Lee Deason and Michelle
Elizabeth Cox
Felicia McFarland and Tim
Billy M. Deason
Stepchildren:
Jody R. Grubbs III
Ricky Lynn Grubbs and Tammy
Teresa Anne Grubbs
Preceded in death by sister, Melinda Deason; and stepson, Michael W. Grubbs.
Honorary pallbearers will be Tim Reneau, Jody Grubbs III, Jason Monday, Tom Bush, and Weeks Crawford.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/20/2022
Joyce Ann (Buro) Rogers, 83, of Center, passed away Thursday, August 18, 2022, in Tyler.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 21, 2022, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Paul Gwinn officiating. Interment to follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born July 4, 1939, in Meridian, Texas, Joyce was the daughter of Wanda Comeal (Rayburn) Buro and Henry Otto Ludwig Buro. She was a member of Central Baptist Church in Carthage and First Baptist Church in Center. Joyce taught Sunday school class at First Baptist and sang in the choir for many years. She loved classic movies, singing, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by:
Children:
Carl Rogers and Becky of Center
Shelly Rogers of Center
Edward Rogers of Ft. Worth
Grandchildren:
Matthew Rogers
Chloe Rogers
Joseph Rogers
Lane Rogers
Lauren Rogers
Sister, Janelle Drews of Center
Preceded in death by husband, Y.W. “Bill” Rogers; and parents, Wanda Comeal (Rayburn) Buro and Henry Otto Buro.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/18/2022
Carol Lynn Roberts Wilburn, 65, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on August 14, 2022, in Timpson, Texas. She was born on October 16, 1956 in Houston, Texas, to Ralph and Carolyn Roberts. Her Memorial Service will be at 10:00 am Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas, officiated by Bro. Jimmy Nix.
Carol Lynn Roberts-Wilburn was an extrordinary wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend and “Mimi”. Lynn, 65, passed away peacefully early Sunday, August 14, 2022, at home in Timpson, Texas. She was born on October 16, 1956 in Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Houston, Texas to Ralph and Carolyn Roberts. Lynn married William “Peanut” Wilburn on August 24, 1974. The two were each other’s lifelong companions and friends. They enjoyed 48 years together. They were blessed with two children; William and Brandy. Lynn was an active member of the Hiway Tabernacle Church. Her hobbies included being outdoors caring for her plants and animals, reading, drawing, and spending time with friends and family.
Lynn is survived by:
Husband, William Wilburn
Parents, Ralph and Carolyn Roberts
Sister, Barbara Kay Smith.
Son, William R. Wilburn
Daughter, Brandy and her husband Brandon McLaughlin
Six grandchildren, William, James, Tristan, Brittany, Branson, and Brianna.
Numerous additional family members.
She is preceded in death by Joseph and Francis Comfort, and Ana Mae and George J. Roberts.
Lynn will be remembered for her caring generosity, fiery spirit, and devotion to family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to: St. Judes (call 800-608-3023 or email donors@stjude.org) and Shriners Hospitals for Children, Attn: Office of Development, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607 or call 844-739-0849.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net.
08/17/2022
Jeffery Lance Barbee, 42, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, August 14, 2022, in Shelbyville.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Born February 26, 1980, Jeffery is the son of Bonnie Moore Sims and Archie Barbee Jr. Growing up, he assisted his father in the logwoods. Following high school, his brother, Bill Faust, convinced him to begin a career in pipelining. He was known on the job as “the best hoe hand around.” Jeffery took a seven year break from pipelining and went to work overseas. He was the first one in East Texas to dive to extreme depths as a commercial diver. Currently, Jeffery was working with his brother, Gilbert Bearden, who got him a job as a truck driver. Every job he worked, he was privileged to be able to be with his brothers. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, football, and spending time with family and friends. Jeffery was crazy about his wife and children.
He is survived by his wife, Jandra Barbee of Shelbyville
Children:
Dylan Barbee and wife Crystal
Cole Barbee and wife Alexis
Porsha Barbee
Anastasia Barbee
Dillion Lee
Draven Lee
Devon Lee
Daylynn Lee
Destiny Lee
Degan Lee
Dierra Lee
Grandchildren:
Eli Cade Barbee
Adelin Michelle Barbee
Audrey Barbee
Jeffery Cole Barbee
Mother, Bonnie Sims and husband Rickey
Brothers:
Gilbert Bearden and wife Mary Beth
Bill Faust and wife Bevin
Shade Barbee
Sister, Shyanne Hamilton
Stepsister, Jennifer Sims Matthews
Stepbrothers:
Rickey Sims Jr. and wife Christina
Michael Sims
Numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews
Special friends:
Marvin Ritter
Tommy Webb
Ike Ormanci
Slade Jones
Ryan Bunch
Smooth Denson
Scott Noakes
Sunny Barry
Mike Crouch
Lloyd Scates
Bobb Hogg
Kevin McDaniel
Kenny Holst
Michael Paul
Jessica Kay
Preceded in death by dad, Archie Barbee Jr.; nephew, Cade Faust; numerous aunts and uncles; special cousin, Dusty Barbee; and best friend, Navy Seal Officer Danny Dietz.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/17/2022
Irene King (Mann) Borgschulte, age 79, of Shelbyville, Texas passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2022 in Nacogdoches. She was born September 1, 1942 in Syracuse, New York, to parents Uhl Mann and Louise (Heinbaugh) Mann.
Born and raised in the Syracuse, New York area, Irene went on to Lansing, Michigan to work on a veterinary degree at Michigan State University. From there she moved to St. Louis, Missouri, where she later met her husband Gerald. Together, they bought a travel trailer and started travelling. When they discovered Huxley Bay and fell in love with the beauty of the area and the people there, they eventually chose to move there permanently and have loved it ever since.
One of Irene's greatest joys was taking care of the stray cats and dogs that wandered into her life and feeding the forest creatures that lived in their woods. She also enjoyed her many wonderful friends and neighbors, as well as old friends scattered all over the country. She was always a bright ray of sunshine, never saying anything bad about anyone. She will be sorely missed by many.
She is survived by:
Her husband, Gerald Borgschulte
Son, Kyle Cushman
Daughter, Kristin Clement
Step-children:
Terri Vollmer
Mike Borgschulte
Donna Wilder
Sondra Volmert
Numerous other relatives and friends
No services are being held.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made in Irene's name to the Nacogdoches Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 635030 or 3211 SW Stallings Drive, Nacogdoches, Texas 75964.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, Nacogdoches.
08/16/2022
Marvin Willis Oliver, 79 years old, passed from this world on Sunday, August 14, 2022, in San Augustine, Texas.
A private family memorial will be held at a later date.
He is survived by:
Daughters:
Lori Oliver of Center
Tonya Oliver of Center
Sister, Linda Elizabeth Noble of Center
Sisters-in-law:
Linda Jo Oliver of Center
Barbara McGuire Perry and husband, Wayne of Center
Numerous nieces and nephews
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jan McGuire Oliver of Manila, Arkansas; parents, Austin Willis (AW) Oliver and Hazel Buckner Oliver; brothers, Wardlow (Joe) Oliver, Tommy Oliver, and Johnny Oliver; and brother-in-law, Bill Noble.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Buckner Cemetery or Spann’s Chapel Church.
08/15/2022
Delores Jean Langston, 73, of Center, passed away, Saturday, August 13, 2022, at Nacogdoches Medical Center Hospital in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center and from 12:00 to 2:00 on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Nacogdoches, TX. Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Nacogdoches, TX with Pastor John Cain officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Herman Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born October 17, 1948, in Orlando, Fl., Delores is the daughter of Ester Meyer Williford and Glenn Williford. Delores was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church for 33 years. She enjoyed quilting, shopping, and going to church.
Left to cherish her memory are:
Her sons:
Kevin Jernigan
Michael Jernigan and wife Nicole
Stepson, Stacy Jernigan and wife Chanel
Stepdaughter, Cindy Maphet
Grandchildren:
Jeslyn Jernigan
Corbin Jernigan
Taryn Smith
Brother, Glenn Williford and wife Judy
Sisters-in-law:
Effie Jean O’Rear
Debbie Williford
Peggy Baylor
Mae Stotts
Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by her husband, Mac Langston, husband, Bobby Jernigan; parents, Glenn Williford and Ester Meyer Williford; sister, Shirley Bradshaw and husband Jon; brothers, Delbert Williford, Larry Williford, and Wesley Baylor; nephew, Brian Williford; and numerous aunts and uncles.
Pallbearers will be Michael Bradshaw, Jason Williford, Austin Williford, Adam Jernigan, Wes Baylor, Jimmy Jernigan, Jason Choate, and Paul Prodehl.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church Sharing and Caring Fund, 2306 Appleby Sand Drive, Nacogdoches, TX, 75965.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/15/2022
Eddie Ray Barnes, 81, of Center, passed away Saturday, August 13, 2022, in Tyler.
Visitation will be held 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, August 15, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at Watson & Sons Chapel with L.D. Eddins officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born October 13, 1940, Eddie Ray is the son of Nelly Mae Dailey and Joseph James Barnes. He most recently worked for Texas Forest Service. Eddie Ray enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a member of Mt. Herman Church of Christ in Center.
Survivors include:
Wife, Jackie Barnes of Center
Daughters:
Sonya Barnes Hughes
Lisa Gay Barnes
Brother, Luther Barnes
Preceded in death by parents, Nelly Mae Dailey and Joseph James Barnes; brothers, Raymond Barnes, James Barnes, and Virgil Barnes; sister, Audris Reynolds; and son-in-law, Gene Hughes.
Pallbearers will be Lee Sowell, Randy Bohannon, Randy Latham, Ronnie Youngblood, Trey Barnes, and Hunter Walker. Honorary pallbearers will be R.O. Porterfield, Billy Jeans, Andy Hampton, Gene Bradshaw, Buddy Sowell, Randy Alford.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/12/2022
Mary Micah Nutt, age 57, left this world too soon on Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 19, 2022, at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro. Charleston Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Cold Springs Cemetery in Garrison.
Survived by:
Son, Markus Harber and fiance Amanda Shadix
Daughter, Mindi Harber
Grandkids:
Markus Harber Jr.
Gabriel Harber
Allison Beaird
Bailey Shadix
Cadence Shadix
Kylee Rusk
Madison Harber
Jack Harber
Brother, Rusty Cranford and wife Shirley
Sister, Mechael Scott and husband Rex
Numerous cousins
She is preceded in death by her late husband, Randy Otha Nutt; parents, Mr. Thomas “Mack” Cranford and Mary Carolyn Phillips Brannon; stepmom, Dorthy L. Lopez; and grandparents, Thomas Preston and Fannie Arie Crump Cranford and Lloyd and Mary (Bogue) Brannon.
Pallbearers will be Jason Cranford, Jeff Cranford, Trevor Wedgeworth, Clayton Russell, Chris Box, and Guy Sherwood. Honorary pallbearers will be Billy Cranford, Casey Spencer, Cameron Spencer, and Roberto Bussey.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/12/2022
Joann Patterson, 72, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, August 12, 2022, in Joaquin. She was born March 13, 1950.
Survived by:
Husband, Randy Patterson of Joaquin
Daughter, Chantal Hedlund-Kenny of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Carly Adkison of Center
Zachary Hedlund of Carthage
4 Great-grands
Brothers:
Jean Blair of Springtown, TX
Paul Blair of Wisconsin
Sisters:
Elizabeth Minor of Lake Leon, TX
Marie Respondek of Slaton, TX
Kathleen Conger of Lubbock, TX.
Preceded in death by parents, Josette Chauvet and James Blair; brothers, James Patrick Blair and Claude Blair; sisters, Regina Blair, Chantal Respondek, and Yvonne Trcalek.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/11/2022
William Howard Garrett, 66 of San Augustine, Texas, passed from this life on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 in Dallas, Texas. William Howard Garrett was born August 21, 1957 to parents Mollie Beatrice Curl and Holman Garrett in San Augustine, Texas. He was disabled, and dearly loved his family, and was of the Baptist faith.
Funeral Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, August 14, 2022, in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, 316 West Columbia Street in San Augustine, Texas. Officiating will be Bishop Howard Cloudy.
Those who are left to cherish his memory:
Daughters:
LaTorshia Sigler of Houston
LaTya Williams of Fresno
TorShundra "Shae" Garrett of San Augustine
Grandchildren:
LaTavia Edwards
Tyvarian Lane
JaTyrian Lane
Amyrah Malone
Amanii Malone
Terriya Williams
Jayden Edwards
Neko Edwards
Kaisen Edwards
Great-grandchild, Legaci Edwards
Sisters:
Jeannette Roberts of Nacogdoches
Candace McCoy of Lancaster
Jessica Garrett of Nacogdoches
Shonica Garrett of Dallas
Vandra Jones (Jacquet) of Ft. Worth
Mary Adams
Along with special sisters:
Marcia Garrett (Antonio)
Sherry Garrett (Timothy)
Brothers:
Paul Jackson and Tracy of Lufkin
Steve Garrett and Shante of Lufkin
Special brother, Gary McCoy Sr.
Along with a host of other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by parents, Holman Garrett and Mollie Beatrice Curl, and grandchild, LaSharvia Edwards.
Pallbearers will include Michael Garrett, Jonavic Garrett, DeMeko Garrett, Chris Barnes, Shun Hoyt, Gary McCoy, Sr., and Marcus Burrell. Honorary Pallbearers will include TyVarian Lane, JaTyrian Lane, Jayden Edwards, Neko Edwards, Kaisen Edwards, Anthony Watkins, Dietrich Malone, and Diekentrich Malone.
Online obituary and condolences posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com. Arrangements under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas.
08/09/2022
Bobbie Dell Johnson, 78 of Center, Texas, died Thursday, August 4, 2022, at the local emergency in Center, Texas. She was born to the late Hamp Burke and E.V. Nettles in Harrell, Ark in Calhoun County on May 22, 1944.
Funeral service will be Saturday, August 13, 2022, at 11:30am at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church (110 CR 4261 Tenaha, Texas) in the Woods Community. Rev. William Rodney will officiate. Repast is at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church Tenaha, Texas. Committal is at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, 334 CR 426 Tenaha, Texas 75974.
Visitation is Friday, August 12, 2022, from the hours of 5pm to 7pm at Hicks Chapel.
Due to COVID 19, masks are required during visitation and funeral services. All safety procedures are strictly enforced.
Mrs. Johnson is survived by:
Son, Kenneth Johnson of Huntsville, Alabama
Daughters:
Ruby L. Johnson of Nacogdoches, Texas
Rosetta (Roy) Berry of Tenaha, Texas
Debra Johnson (John L. Randle) of Center, Texas
Tara Johnson of Center, Texas
Brother, Jerry Lee Preston of Center, Texas
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.
08/08/2022
Burron Matthew Chambliss, 89, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on August 8, 2022, in Center, Texas. He was born on September 2, 1932, in Logansport, Louisiana, to the late Robert Chambliss and Nettie Estes Chambliss.
Graveside service will be held at Strong Cemetery, on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at 11am with Bro. Robert Vazquez officiating.
Burron was raised in the Possum Trot community. He enjoyed life outdoors. He loved camping, fishing, hunting, watching and feeding the birds and whittling. Burron loved family gatherings and reunions. He especially enjoyed visiting with the grandchildren.
He is survived by:
His son, Phillip Chambliss and wife Leanne
Daughter, Lori Davis and husband Ronnie
Daughter in laws:
Teena Fountain
Deborah Chambliss
Sisters:
Lois Hass
Katherine McGee
12 grandchildren
Numerous great-grandchildren
A host of family and friends that will miss him
Burron is preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Betsy Chambliss; parents, Robert and Nettie Chambliss; sons, Tony Chambliss, Clovis Chambliss; grandson, Ron Davis; granddaughter, Kynleigh Fontenot; brothers, Marvin Chambliss, T. A. Chambliss; sisters, Lea Carroll and Sybil Heath.
Pallbearers serving will be Karsten Davis, Nolan Chambliss, Tory Chambliss, Titus Chambliss, Thatcher Chambliss, Brian Chambliss, Joey Chambliss, and Aydin Davis.
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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