Obituaries
08/01/2022
Ruby Brown Ricketson, 91, of Center, passed away Monday, July 25, 2022, in Center.
Born August 7, 1930, Ruby is the daughter of Bridgie Hilliard and Nicholas Brown. She worked in healthcare, where she retired a nurse. Ruby was a member of Order of Eastern Star and Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.
Survivors include:
Son, Alan Ricketson and Becky of Center
Daughter, Sandra and Wayne King of Laurel, Delaware
Grandchildren:
Lance Ricketson
Travis Ricketson
Krista and Scott Barber
Melody Timmons
Great-grandchildren:
Kaycee Ricketson
Shyla Timmons
Haley Timmons
Keaton Ricketson
Triston Ricketson
Craig Barber
Erin Barber
Owen Barber
Sisters:
Barbara Brown Smith of Little Rock, Arkansas
Christine and John Kelly of Orange Beach, Alabama
Longtime companion, Wesley Van Matre
Also a number of nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by husband, Dale D. Ricketson; parents, Bridgie Hilliard and Nicholas Brown; siblings, Gerald Brown, Irene Jones Fuller, Elwanda Merriman, Jerry Brown, Virgil Brown, and Kathryn Power.
A special thanks to Tammy Jacobs and Kaye Powell and staff for their loving care.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/01/2022
Barbara Jean Smith, 78, of Center, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2022, in Center.
Graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at Smith Cemetery in Shelby County with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating.
Born January 8, 1944, Barbara is the daughter of Opal Dunham and Joe Baker.
Survivors include:
Husband, Clyde Smith
Children:
Michael Mayo (Patsy) of Trinity
Diana Burress of Center
Laurie Miller of Shelbyville
Joe Smith of Center
Michael Smith (Shiloh) of Center
Daughter-in-law, Tammie Smith of Center
Special daughter, Susan Samford
Grandchildren:
Paul Benson Burress
Patricia Lynn Burress
Mark Burress
Justin Mayo
Matthew Miller (Nikki) of Sulphur, Louisiana
Jeremy Smith
Laurel Smith
Tristan Smith
Nickolas Smith
Numerous great-grands, nieces, and nephews
Special son-in-law, Curtis Fountain of Shelbyville
Stepdaughter, Lisa Kay Miller
Sister, Frances Hayworth of Trinity
Preceded in death by parents, Opal Dunham and Joe Baker; son, David Smith; grandchildren, Emily Smith and JoJo Smith; great grandson, Logan Miller; and brother, Charlie Baker.
Pallbearers will be Jared Smith, Matthew Miller, Tristan Smith, Michael Smith, Nickolas Smith, and Ronnie Ard. Honorary pallbearer will be Curtis Fountain.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/01/2022
Benita Kay (Rhodes) Whitton, 69, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on July 30, 2022, in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born on October 28, 1952, in Center, Texas, to the late Julius Elvis and Nelva Beatrice (McFadden) Rhodes.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 am Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church, Timpson, Texas, officiated by Michael Raines, John Elvis Raines, and Jarrod Brown. Interment will follow at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson, Texas.
Kay grew up in Shelby County. She was a teacher at Timpson Elementary School for 29 years. Kay loved to cook and could often be found in the kitchen cooking for her family. She enjoyed watching Food Network and football games. Kay and Cecil enjoyed spending time with friends and going out to eat with them. They also loved to travel and took many long trips together. She was a caring soul and was faithful to check up on her friends and family. That caring spirit carried over into the ministry that she did by sending cards to church members. Kay was an active member of Timpson Missionary Baptist Church for 60 years and then at Hope Well Missionary Baptist for the last 10 years of her life. She was very active in Sunday school classes and the Ladies Auxiliary. Kay loved the Lord with all that she had. And she loved her family with that same fierce heart. The highlight of her life was when her grandchildren came for a visit. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Kay is survived by:
Her loving husband of 47 years, Cecil Whitton
Daughter, Zoie Elizabeth Whitton
Son, Joshua Ray Whitton and wife, Angela
Sister, Judy Raines and husband, Buck
Grandchildren:
Wyatt Whitton
Aiden Whitton
Emma Whitton
She is preceded in death by her parents, Elvis and Nelva Rhodes.
Serving as pallbearers will be Marc Raines, Andy Raines, Michael Raines, John Elvis Raines, Aiden Whitton, and Steve Langford. Honorary pallbearers are Wyatt Whitton, James Mason, and Kyle Weatherford.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net.
07/29/2022
Margaret June Gordon Armstreet, 87, of Houston passed away Thursday, July 28, 2022, in Houston.
Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation one hour prior. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Margaret June Gordon Armstreet was born November 8, 1934, in Joaquin, Texas, to John E. Gordon and Gladys Lurlene Swan Gordon. She was a member of Melrose Baptist Church. June loved being a Mother to her only son, John Wayne Armstreet, and she loved playing the piano throughout her life. She obtained a Master’s Degree in Education Administration from Stephen F. Austin University, worked as a principal in the Klein School District for years, then went on to work for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, retiring as a teacher in the prison system.
She is survived by numerous cousins and loving friends.
Preceded in death by her parents, John E. Gordon and Gladys Lurlene Swan Gordon; and son, John Wayne Armstreet, 56.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
07/28/2022
Mary B. Rather Horn, of Little Rock, Arkansas and formally of Center, Texas, transitioned to her heavenly home on Saturday, July 23, 2022.
Visitation will be Thursday, July 28, 2022, from 1pm to 5pm at Faithful Funeral Home, 7727 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock AR 72204. Funeral services will be Friday, July 29, 2022, 11am at Longley Baptist Church, 9900 Geyer Springs Road, Little Rock, AR, where she was a Faithful member for 25+ years.
She leaves to cherish her precious memories:
Daughter, Sharon Horton Dickey (Darryl)
"Bonus" daughter, Angela Turner (Anthony)
Granddaughters:
Fatinah Mary Epps (Keithan)
Dominique Parker (Jerry)
LaKayla McClinton
Great-grandson, Kavon Epps
Brothers:
Samuel Rather (Jean) of Garrison
Michael Rather of Nacogdoches
Clifford Lynn Rather of Lufkin
Sisters:
Linda Black of Nacogdoches
Doris Rather of Baton Rouge, LA
Alice Mosley of Tyler
Joyce Johnson of Center
Josie Rather of Houston
Birdie Kelley of Houston
Shelia Rather of Houston, TX
First cousins, like brothers:
William Mann Hunter of Corpus Christi
Felton Greer of Giddings, TX
A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary of Center, Texas and Faithful Funeral Home of Little Rock, AR. Online condolences www.faithfulfuneralhome.com.
07/27/2022
Lola B. Phillips, 82, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2022 at Focused Care of Center.
She was born to the late CD Cartwright and Beulah Garrett on September 18, 1939, in Shelbyville, Texas.
Funeral service is 12 noon on Saturday, July 30, 2022 at Center Triumph Church in Center with Bishop Zep Swindle officiating. Visitation is from 10am until 6pm on Friday, July 29 at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center. Interment is at Westview Cemetery in Center, Texas.
She attended Strong School in the Strong Community. She and her husband James “Duchie” Phillips established Val’s Place in 1985; it is still family owned today.
Lola B. was known for her open heart, her love for many family members and friends that she encountered. She nurtured and cared for not only her own children but, many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was also known for her good cooking. Each of us had our own favorites but her most requested items was chicken and dumplings. She shared her recipe with many but none compared to hers.
She was a member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church for many years where she proudly served on the usher board in early years and later jointed the choir. She remained a faithful member until the illness of her husband and then herself.
Those who preceded her in death were her parents, CD and Beulah; her husband, James Phillips; one son, Willie James Phillips; one daughter, Angie Osby; one brother, Henry Cartwright; three sisters, Maxcine Swindle, Jessie Bolton, and Gwendolyn Sparks-Singh.
She leaves to celebrate her memory:
Daughters:
Brenda (Louis) Jackson of Center
Connie Phillips of Center
Valeria (Glenn) Phillips-Hearne of Center
Ilene Eaden of Nacogdoches
Brother, B.E. (Katherine) Cartwright Sr. of Center
Sister, Vera Brown of Dallas
Sisters-in-law:
Patricia Phillips-Matthews of Lufkin
Molly Clark of Center
Ruby Wilson of Center
Brothers-in-law:
Charles Ray Phillips of El Paso
Richard Phillips of Center
9 Grandchildren, numerous Great-Grandchildren
Many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center.
07/27/2022
Elizabeth J. (Betty) Hill, of Logansport, passed away Wednesday July 6, 2022, in Shreveport, Louisiana. Betty Hill was born April 3, 1928 in Shreveport, Louisiana to James Paul “Jack” Jones of Tipton, Iowa and Ruby Lucille Williams of Kosciusko, Mississippi.
A celebration of life will be held at The First United Methodist Church of Logansport, La on July 30, 2022. Lunch for the family will be held in the Fellowship Hall at 11am. Visitation will be held from 12:00 noon to 1pm and the Celebration of Life will begin at 1pm.
Interment will follow, at O.E. Price Cemetery in Logansport, Louisiana. Family only.
She is survived by:
Daughters:
Deborah McCune and husband Cecil
Kathleen Stoll and husband Brian
Lisa Hitt and husband David
Suzanne Tewalt and husband Charlie
Kelly Darden and husband Tim
Grandchildren:
Jennifer Graham
Amy Burford
Kimberlee Perry
Jim Cooke
Katie Hitt
Matthew Hitt
Shelley Modisette
Lauren Patton
Joshua Darden
Jackson Darden
Christian Darden
19 Great-Grandchildren
2 nieces and a nephew
A host of friends.
She was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church of Logansport, La.
Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Dwight M. Hill; parents, “Jack” and Ruby Jones; brother, James Paul Jones, Jr.; and great-granddaughter, Ashley Faith Modisette.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First United Methodist Church P.O. Box 177 Logansport, LA 71049.
The family extends a very special thank you to Christus Schumpert's 3rd floor nurses and doctors who took such amazing care, attention and love of Betty. Also they would like to thank the Hospice staff, Wendi and Jami, of Christus Hospice and Pallative Care and Dr. Massengill for the kindness that was shown to all of us at this difficult time. They all deserve to be recognized for their compassion, love and dedication to their patients.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/25/2022
Janet Turner Capuzzi, 59, of Bryan passed away peacefully with her family by her side, Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Methodist Hospital in Katy Texas after a long but courageous battle. Janet was born on January 31, 1963, at Dow Hospital in Freeport, Texas, to Henry and Della Turner.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2022, at 10 am at Sand Hill Cemetery in Center, Texas.
Visitation will be held Friday, July 29, 2022, from 5-7 pm at Mangum Funeral Home in Center, Texas.
She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Janet had a prosperous career and worked at DNOW for the last 25 years where she absolutely loved what she did and the people she worked with. She was loved by all who knew her and her smile could light up a room. She never met a stranger and loved to tell stories and jokes to make people laugh.
Janet is preceded in death by her father, Henry Turner, brother-in-law, Timothy Fischer, father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Joan Capuzzi, and sister-in-law, Pat Capuzzi.
She is survived by:
Loving husband of 30 years Kevin Capuzzi of Bryan, Texas
Daughters:
Sarah O’Leary of College Station, Texas
Cady (Paul) Lanfear of Brazoria, Texas
Rachele (Steven II) Schroeter of Sweeny, Texas
Grandchildren: Wyatt, Walker, and Weston Lanfear and Steven III and Isabella Schroeter
Mother, Della Turner of Angleton, Texas
Sister, Julie Fischer of Lake Jackson, Texas
Uncle, Steve (Kandy) Woodall of Bedias, Texas
Sister-in-law, Jo (Bernard) Capuzzi of Sanford, FL
Brother-in-laws:
Darrell (PJ) Capuzzi of Geniva, FL
Randy (Linda) Capuzzi of Longwood, FL
Numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Kevin Capuzzi, Paul Lanfear, Steven Schroeter II, Steven Schroeter III, Steve Woodall, and Roscoe McSwain.
Honorary pallbearers will be Wyatt, Walker, and Weston Lanfear and Isabella Schroeter.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/25/2022
Klayton Lewis Chambliss, 14, of Tenaha, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2022, in Tenaha.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Sister Melba Rodgers officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Born November 27, 2007, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Klayton is the son of Kasey Hargrove Chambliss and Robbie Chambliss. His hobbies included football, fishing, and riding 4-wheelers. Klayton loved home, his siblings, and Tenaha ISD. He attended Ramah Baptist Church.
Left to cherish his memory are:
His parents, Kasey Hargrove Chambliss and Robbie Chambliss of Tenaha
Brothers:
Preston Chambliss of Tenaha
Christian Lewis Chambliss of Tenaha
Wesley Chambliss of Tenaha
Sister, Emily Chambliss of Tenaha
Great-grandfather, Johnny Hargrove of Shelbyville
Uncle, Richard Sharp Jr. of Joaquin
Cousin, Paislee Sharp of Joaquin
Grandfather, John David Adams of Center
Great-aunts:
Kim Hargrove Bridges of Center
Jessica Hargrove of Shelbyville
Bonus family:
Abigale Chambliss
Deanna Jackson
Anngelicia Luce
Robert and Barbara Chambliss
Julie Luce
Also a host of extended family and friends
Preceded in death by grandparents, Richard Sharp and Cindy Hargrove Sharp.
Pallbearers will be Jared Hargrove, Jeff Sharp, Brad Stanley, Jessie Griffith, Jamie Carroll, and Lynn Rogers. Honorary pallbearers will be Woodie Jernigan, Troy Shofner, Cody Miller, Jerrick Hargrove, and Jon Wittenburg.
A special thank you to Affinity Hospice for their compassionate care.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/25/2022
Mary Elizabeth Williams Parker, 88, of Center, Texas, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2022, surrounded by loved ones in her home. She was born on August 17, 1933 in Mansfield, Louisiana to the late Emmett Claude Williams Sr. and Reba Moorman Williams. Funeral service will be on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 2PM at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas, with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park, Center, Texas.
Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 1PM at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
From childhood, Betty was a faithful member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. She went on to play the piano and become a choir member. She was the wife of the late Donell Parker. Together, they shared 68 years of marriage and a treasure trove of memories.
Betty loved gospel music and also sang in The Gospel Airs Quartet. She, along with many cherished friends, dedicated their time and talents to the Shelby County Singing Convention. Betty worked at several dress shops and a local bookstore. Most important of all, she raised her family to the best of her ability with a heart filled with prayer in hopes that her family would remember to put God first.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Donald Parker and wife, Kelly
Michael Parker and wife, Monica
Daughter-in-law, Darlene Brymer
Sister, Yvonne Jackson
Nine grandchildren:
Andrew Brymer (Amber)
Cole Parker (Brittany)
Timothy Parker (Emily)
Whitney Rice (Matt)
Alex Parker (Lyssa)
Laeken Parker
Mackenzie Parker
Kristi Thibodeaux (Scott)
Derrick Suarez (Theresa)
Great-grandchildren: Logan, Bronson, Ethan, Abel, soon to be born, Kovy, Carson, Case, Mason, Colin, Sophie, Mila, Beckham, Connor, Adrienne, Eleanor, Liliana
Betty is preceded in death by her husband, Donell Parker, parents Emmett Claude Williams, Sr. and Reba Moorman Williams, a sister, Christine Williams Stumpf, a brother, Emmett Claude Williams, Jr., a son, David Brymer, and a grandson, Jacob Brymer.
Pallbearers serving will be Timothy Parker, Carson Parker, Cole Parker, Derrick Suarez, Scott Thibodeaux, and Connor Thibodeaux.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Cindy Webb, devoted caregiver and friend, for the excellent care she provided our mama, our Granny, Betty.
In lieu of flowers family requests donations be made to your favorite charitable or religious organization.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/25/2022
Bonnie Estelle (Knowles) Baker, age 87, who passed away on Tuesday afternoon, July 19 at her residence in Timpson, Texas.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 30 at 1:00pm at Tennessee Community Presbyterian Church, Timpson. Burial will be at the Tennessee Community Presbyterian Church Cemetery (5231 Fm 947, Timpson, TX 75975). Funeral services will be conducted by Chaplain Anthony Baker.
The family requests that visitation be observed in the Tennessee Community Presbyterian Church, located at 5231 Fm 947, Timpson, TX 75975 on Saturday from 10:00AM until time of service.
Survivors include:
Beloved husband of over 65 years, Kenneth Lewis Baker
Sons:
Richard Baker (his wife Brenda Baker)
Lewis Baker
Daughters:
Yvette (Baker) Bowen
Tanya Baker
Sister, Sharon Paulson (her husband Steve Paulson)
8 grandchildren:
Kenneth Joe Bowen (his wife Cheryl)
Billie Myrick (her husband Robert)
James Bearb, Jr.
Nicole Baker
Ashley (Baker) Basco (her husband Michael)
Jame’ Bearb
Anthony Baker
Kayli (Baker) Mathews (her husband Randy)
11 great-grandchildren: Brendan, Steven, Valyn, Jazmin, Kylie, Emerald, Cannon, Korie, Aiden, Cole, and Rylen
She also leaves behind many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents Frank Knowles and Alberta May (Hudson) Knowles, one grandchild Ryan Baker, son-in-law Bill Bowen and siblings L.D Knowles, Cecil Knowles, Carlton Knowles and Mary Anne Knowles.
Bonnie, a native of Mobile, Alabama, who later called Louisiana and Texas home, spent most of her life as a military spouse and has been a member of the Tennessee Community Presbyterian Church for the past 18 years. She worked in the past as a nursing assistant, substitute teacher, attendant, and school bus driver. Mrs. Baker, affectionately known as "Nannie," was a devoted wife, friend, sister, daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt. She was a true Florence Nightingale, traveling to take care of so many in their time of need and referred to these trips as mercy trips. She cherished spending time with her family and friends, enjoyed traveling and loved the great outdoors.
Pallbearers will be James Bearb, Jr., Brendan Myrick, Steven Fuss, Robert Myrick, Randy Mathews, and Michael Basco.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Richard Baker, Lewis Baker, Kenneth Joe Bowen, Cannon Myrick, Rylen Mathews, Aiden Basco and Cole Basco.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, is in charge of arrangements.
07/22/2022
Larry Hendricks, 69, of Center was born on July 29, 1952, to the late Arvel and Beatrice (Livingston) Hendricks. He passed from this life on July 14, 2022.
The family will receive friends and loved ones for a come-and-go visitation on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, from 1:00 – 3:00 pm in the McNutt Funeral Home Chapel.
Larry was a loving brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Larry spent most of his years as a carpenter/upholsterer and worked hard to provide for his family. In his spare time, Larry could be found in front of the TV watching “his shows”- classics like Bonanza and Mash. He loved and adored his grandchildren, and they certainly loved their Poppy. Larry found joy in the mundane and was known to be very quiet and keep to himself; his home was his favorite place to be. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Larry leaves behind:
Wife of 49+ years, Beverly Hendricks
Children:
Gwen and Roberto Rodriguez
Kevin and Charlotte Hendricks
Eight grandchildren: Coleman, Chase, Bailey, Kathy, Emily, Tristan, Mikah, and Avery
Sisters:
Barbara Renfro
Sheila Eubank
Becky Windham and spouse, David
Sisters-in-law:
Beverly Hendricks
Rita Hendricks
As well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and countless friends.
Larry is preceded in death by his daughter, Lesa Davis, his parents; two sisters: Patsy Adams, and Joy Fay Bailey, and four brothers: LaWayne, Jerry, Stanley, and James “Bud” Hendricks; and two brothers-in-law, Herman Bailey, and Jimmy Renfro.
Services are under the direction of McNutt Funeral Home, Lufkin, Texas.
07/20/2022
John “Ski” Koltonski, 68, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, July 16, 2022, in Shelbyville.
Visitation will start at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, July 21, 2022 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 22, 2022, at St. Therese Catholic Church in Center with Father Nelson officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Born March 14, 1954, John is the son of Edward Koltonski and Ann Andres. He was a veteran and served in the United States Air Force. John was a talker with a big personality. He loved cars, old movies, vintage radio programs, and playing solitaire. He was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church in Center.
Survivors include:
Sons:
John Koltonski and wife Summer of Shelbyville
Matt Koltonski and wife Crystal of Shelbyville
Chris Koltonski and wife Whitney of Shelbyville
Cade Koltonski and wife Ashley of Midland
Grandchildren: Jayden, Brayden, Payton, Kashton, Blake and Hunter, Lila Ann and Caleb, and Kendall
Brothers:
Tony Koltonski and wife Deborah of South Carolina
Frank Koltonski and wife Joan of South Carolina
Ed Koltonski and wife Marcy of Ohio
Preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Koltonski; parents, Edward Koltonski and Ann Andres Koltonski.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Pleasant Hill Cemetery, P.O. Box 91, Shelbyville, TX 75973.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/19/2022
Becky “Jane” Hudnall, 71, of Nacogdoches, passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at her home.
Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday July 22, 2022 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Stephen Hudnall and Felix Hudnall officiating. Interment will follow West Hamilton Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday July 21, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born April 9, 1951 to Allen Nichols, Jr. and Ada (Wilburn) Nichols in Honey Island, Tx. She loved spending time with her family.
She is preceded by her parents, Allen and Ada Nichols, husband, Joe Hudnall, and Brothers, George Nichols and Rex Nichols.
She is survived by:
Son, Joey Hudnall and wife, Tina
Daughter, Marcy Anthony
Grandchildren:
Stephanie Moore
Kyla Ramsey and husband, Colton
Morgan Cooper and husband, Colin
Bobby Hudnall and fiancé Madison Davis
Brianna Little
Tee Eberlan
David Anthony
Jacy Anthony
Great-Great-Grandchildren:
Addi Ramsey
Bryleigh Ramsey
Trent Ramsey
Harper Ramsey
Delta Cooper
Son-in-law, Tommy Anthony
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Friends and other Family
Pallbearers:
Dwayne Hudnall, Chris Hudnall, Bobby Hudnall, David Anthony, Colton Ramsey and Colin Cooper
Honorary Pallbearer, Weston Sowell
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/19/2022
Funeral services will be held for Florine Wall, 73, of Timpson, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at Taylor Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 pm on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at Taylor Funeral Home.
Mrs. Florine Wall was born on December 7, 1948 in Garrison, Texas. She passed on July 16, 2022 in Tyler, Texas.
Mrs. Florine Wall was born in the small town of Garrison, to the parents Bennie H. Airrington and Estelle “Spurlock” McNutt on December 7th, 1948 as a twin to her sister Maurine “Arrington” Richards. Soon after her birth, they moved to Center, Texas and made many lasting friends and wonderful memories there. Later, Florine attended Furr Junior and Senior High School where she would obtain her GED.
For most of Florine’s life she had an obsession with M&Ms and its memorabilia. In her adult years, she collected it all from the largest of signs and boxes to the smallest of trinkets. If it could be moved and had the M&M logo on it, she would find a way to collect and display it.
M&M’s weren’t the only thing she collected though. She was also very fond of purses and shoes, of which she had a vast collection of both. She had an exquisite feminine touch and had a shoe and a purse to match any outfit. If she didn’t have a match, it wouldn’t be long before she made one. Her drive to collect made her an amazing person to shop with. She had a purpose to stop at every store along her route, especially when it came to vacations. She loved to go out in the town with her sisters and would never come back empty handed.
Although she collected many things during her life, the most priceless possession Florine had was her loving family. She would give everything she had to be there for them and protect them. She didn’t have a need to be involved in local clubs or organizations because her family was the only support group she needed.
Florine is survived by:
Her husband, Richard E. Wall
Sons:
Allen Kimbro
Aaron Kimbro and wife, Jenny
Richard D. Wall and fiancé Misty Exnicious
Daughters:
Janera Wall
Liz Wall
Angie Green and husband, Johnnie
Janie Chasten and husband Jimmy
Sisters:
Merle Thompson
Sue Cook
Mary Hood
Maurine Richards
Grandchildren:
Chris Oliver
Dillon Kimbro
Ally Kimbro
Baylor Kimbro
Brecken Kimbro
Jason Hogard
Lacie Chasten
Connor Wall
Rick Oliver, and wife Rachelle
Jessica Oliver and husband Dexter Durham
Tara McCurley and husband Daniel
Zac Hogard and wife Eveylynn
Shay Chasten and husband Sean Lowe
Crystal Silva and husband Richard
Taylor McRight and husband Grant
Kourtney Wall and husband David Brunet
Kaitlyn McHenry and husband Travis
Along with 15 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews
Florine is preceded by her mother, Estelle McNutt; father, Bennie H. Airrington; brothers, Calvin Fulsum, Bennie R. Airrington, and Joe Airrington; daughter, Donna Graham; and grandson, Jonathan Graham.
Serving as pallbearers are Henry Denton, Connor Wall, Brian Sigler, Donald Sigler, Aaron Beall, and Oddie Mickelboro.
Services are under the direction of Taylor Funeral Home - https://www.taylorfh.net/
07/19/2022
José Leonardo Rodríguez Camarillo, 38, of Center, passed away Thursday, July 14, 2022, in San Augustine.
Visitation will be from 9am to 9pm, Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held 11am, Thursday, July 21, 2022, at St. Therese Catholic Church in Center. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born February 29, 1984, Jose is the son of Cleotilde Camarillo Herrera and Jose Ascencio Rodriguez Lara.
He is survived by:
Wife, Maria Veronica Moreno
Son, Edwin Rodriguez
Daughter, Sofia Rodriguez
Father, Jose Asencion Rodriguez Lara
Mother, Cleotilde Camarillo Herrera
Sisters:
Mayra Rodriguez and husband Julio Luna
Yuliana Rodriguez and husband Mario Valdez
Lizeth Rodriguez and husband Aldo Mendoza
Grandparents, Guillermo Camarillo and Isidra Herrera
Nieces and nephews:
Mayra Luna and husband Bryan Gallegos
Julio Luna
Regina Luna
Nicolas Valdez
Rodrigo Valdez
Aldo Mendoza
Leonardo Gallegos
Proceded in death by Leonardo Rodriguez Robles and Mercedes Lara Gaytan.
Pallbearers will be Edwin Rodriguez, Jose Asencian Rodriguez, Julio Luna, Flocelo Landin, Ignacia Gonzalez, and Jaime Mendoza.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/18/2022
John Bryant Chapman, 28, of Logansport, Louisiana, passed away Monday, July 18, 2022, in Nacogdoches.
Born January 1, 1994, John is the son of Judy Richard and Hugh Chapman. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, and spending all the time he could with his kids.
Survivors include:
Parents, Judy and Hugh Chapman of Logansport, Louisiana
Children:
Hayven Chapman
Carleigh Chapman
Baylor Chapman
Brother, J.D. Glaze
Sisters:
Felicia Louis
Lacey Mustin
Jessica McCoid
also, numerous nieces and nephews
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/18/22
Huey Glen (HG) Hughes passed away peacefully on July 15, 2022, at his home with his family by his side. He was born on February 19, 1936, in Shelby County, Texas to parents, Tracy and Opal Hughes.
Huey loved working on his home which included taking diligent care of his vegetable garden. He enjoyed fishing and loved to weld. Huey always made sure to travel back to his hometown in East Texas at least once a month. Above all, Huey will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend.
Left to cherish his memory is:
The love of his life and loving wife of 66 years, Iris Virginia (Jen) Hughes
Sons:
Marshall Glen Hughes and wife Sheila
Grady Wayne Hughes
Daughter, Sherrie McGee
Bonus daughter, Stacy Blanton
Granddaughters:
Jenna Braddy and husband Chad
Tammy Miller
Stephanie Reeder and husband Chris
Grandsons:
Daniel Perry
William McGee and wife Anabella
Great-granddaughters:
Rylee
MaKenna
Taylor
Kinley
Charlotte
Great-grandson on the way, yet to be named, but known as Lucky Boy McGee
Sisters:
Carrie Bailey
Virginia Campbell
as well as numerous other grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends who will all miss Huey greatly.
Huey is preceded in death by his father, Tracy Hughes; mother, Opal (Bradshaw) Hughes; sister, Melba Battles; brother, Spencer Hughes; brother, Jerry Hughes; sister, Cheryl McCauley; and son-in-law, Bill McGee.
Services are under the direction of Brown’s Memorial Funeral Home in Irving, TX.
07/18/2022
Billy Everett Akridge, 75, of Center, passed away Monday, July 18, 2022 in Nacogdoches, Tx.
Funeral Service will be 10:00 am Wednesday July 20, 2022 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jon Sherrill officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery. Visitation will be an hour prior to the service at Mangum Chapel.
Billy was born November 14, 1946 to Luther and Edna Avis (Adkison) Akridge.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Jan Akridge, parents, Luther and Edna Akridge, sisters, Carolyn Fenley, Joyce Chandler and Susan Toomer and brothers, Jimbo Akridge, Benny Joe Akridge, Danny Akridge and Gene Akridge.
He is survived by:
Children:
Tara Jordan and Brandon of Center
Chad Akridge and Leslie of Center
J.C. Akridge and Amanda of Center
Grandchildren:
Jake Jordan and Sarah
Kolby and Kamryn Jordan
Kason Jordan
Bo Jordan
Austin and Shelby Akridge
Isabella Akridge
Raylee Akridge
Lauren Akridge
Wyatt Akridge
Jaidyn Akridge
Great-Grandsons:
Easton Lee Akridge
Carson Akridge
Special Nephew, Junior Miller
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
Pallbearers will be his grandsons Jake Jordan, Kolby Jordan, Kason Jordan, Bo Jordan, Austin Akridge and Wyatt Akridge
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/18/22
Alfred Edward Barnett, 92, of Conroe, Texas, passed away on July 16, 2022, in Conroe, Texas.
Graveside service will be held at Union Cemetery, US 96 N Tenaha, Tx at 11:30 am on Tuesday July 19, 2022
Alfred Edward McDaniel was born July 28, 1928 to Clarence Edward and Ella Louella (Lindley) Barnett in Vernon, Tx.
He is survived by:
His daughter, Pamela Daniel and husband, Bill
Grandchildren:
Jason Daniel and wife, Vikki
Brittney Sparacino and husband, Bardi
Tara Levin and husband, Lucas
Great-grandchildren:
Jack Daniel
Scarlett Isabella
Magnus
Albert is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Ella Barnett, his wife, JoAnn Batez Barnett, son, Rickey Barnett and Sister, Bertha Shifflet
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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