Shelby County Today

01/14/2022

Billy Peveto, 68, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on January 12, 2022, in Timpson, Texas. He was born on July 6, 1953, in Center, Texas, to the late Billy Don and Tommie (Chambers) Peveto. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, January 17, 2022 at First Baptist Church in Timpson, Texas, officiated by Bro. Dee Daniels. Interment will follow at Patroon Cemetery, Shelby County, Texas.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 pm till 7:00 pm on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.

Billy was just a toddler when he moved to Timpson with his grandparents Willie and Gertrude Chambers while his mother attended nursing school in Houston. He attended Timpson Schools starting in 1st grade and graduated from Timpson High school in 1971.

Being a lifelong resident of Timpson Billy made lifelong friends and was loved by all who knew him.

Billy loved the outdoors whether it was hunting, fishing, football, or baseball. He enjoyed coaching his son. grandson and nephew’s teams in both baseball and football, this was over 40 years of being devoted to helping with the youth programs in Timpson. He was truly a Bear fan as well as an Astros fan. Fishing was one of his favorite past times. Whether he was hitting the local lakes or ponds he took the opportunity every chance he got. Family vacations with his son and grandchildren often included fishing in the Gulf of Mexico.

Hunting was time well spent with family. Billy and his younger brother David took many hunting trips together over the years hunting deer in the Piney Woods in their younger days then going for the big bucks in South Texas and Elk and Rams in Colorado. These trips were often shared with his son Jason, nephews Seth and Josh and niece Lauren. A couple of times momma even went.

Billy loved antique cars and motorcycles as well. He was a member of the Shelby County Cruisers until his health declined. He attended many bike rallies over the years with family and close friends, even going to Sturgis several times.

Billy was part of the Timpson Volunteer Fire Dept for many years serving as Assistant Fire Chief and Captain.

Of his many talents Billy enjoyed playing the bass guitar and was pretty good at it. He enjoyed woodworking and building things as well.

Billy was involved in the family business Timpson Tamco even before finishing high school. He worked in every capacity there was to do in the shop. Learning the business from start to finish. Throughout the years he travelled out of state making deliveries to customers all over the US. Most memorable road trips were the ones spent going to Indiana Illinois and Ohio delivering products to the Amish or attending Conventions in all parts of the USA. Billy and his younger sister Teri continued the business after the loss of their parents and brother. Many memories and friendships were made over the last 60 years inside the gates at Tamco.

Billy attended First Baptist Church in Timpson as his health allowed. He truly loved the Lord and couldn’t wait to be with Him in Heaven.

Billy is preceded in death by his parents, Tommie and Charles Alexander, Billy Don and Sylvia Peveto; son, Christopher S Peveto; and brother, Charles David Alexander.

Billy leaves behind to cherish his memory:

Son, Jason Peveto

Grandson, Shane Peveto (Heather)

Granddaughters:
Virginia Sky Peveto
Brittany Nicole Peveto
Ashley Leann Peveto

Great-granddaughter, Peyton Deann Peveto

Sister, Teri Lea Alexander

Stepsister, Debra Anne Alexander

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A host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends

Serving as pallbearers are nephews: Seth Alexander, Collin Alexander, Joshua Alexander, Ashton Pierce, Dimas Coleman, and Chris Jones.

Honorary pallbearers are Omar Gonzales, Kenny Walker, Larry Moreland, Paul Smith, William Edwards, Don Pledger, and Tye Angelo.

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.

01/13/2022

Ada Louise Essery, 89, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on January 11, 2022, in Garland, Texas. She was born on June 13, 1932, in Center, Texas, to the late George Elzie and Susie Anna (Cotton) Hendricks.

A graveside service will be held at 3:00 pm on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Corinth Cemetery in Timpson, Texas, officiated by Bro. Carroll Jones.

Ada was the sweetest most generous and loving wife, mother, and granny and was loved by all that knew her. Ada was married to Billy Joe Essery on July 18, 1953.  She was a good Christian woman and was a member of Corinth Baptist Church.

Ada is survived by:

Son, David W. Essery and wife, Sherry

Daughter, Diana J. Essery

Grandchildren:
J.C. Creel and wife, Emily
Kristin McAdams
Joshua D. Essery and wife, Lindsay

Great-grandchildren:
Shay Lynn Creel
Noah Benjamin Essery
Ethan Isaiah Essery
Emma Jean Essery

She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Susie Hendricks; her loving husband, B.J. Essery; and daughter, Donna L. McAdams.

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.

01/11/2022

Mrs. Fannie Clifton Carter, age 58, of San Augustine, Texas passed away Sunday, January 9, 2022, at her residence in San Augustine, TX.

Funeral Service will be held January 15, 2022, at 12-noon at True Vine Baptist Church with interment to follow at New Hope Cemetery with Rev. S. J. Clark, Officiating and Rev. Orvin Garrett, Eulogist.

Visitation will be Friday, January 14, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Garner & Son Chapel.

Survivors include:

Sons:
Marcus Clifton of San Augustine
Christopher Malone of San Augustine

Daughters:
Valarie Clifton of San Augustine
Nakendra Clifton of San Augustine

9 Grandchildren

5 Great-Grandchildren

Sisters:
Mary Mosby of Beaumont
Elizabeth Dupree of San Augustine

Brothers:
Robert Clifton of Center
Walace “Bo” Clifton of Center
James Clifton of Port Author
Larry Clifton of Nacogdoches
Steven Edwards of San Augustine
Michael Edwards of Alabama

Aunts:
Edna Blake of Fort Worth
Joann Clifton Barber of Phoenix, Az

As well as a host of Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends.

01/11/2022

Larry Crawford, 79, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on January 9, 2022, in Lufkin, Texas. He was born on January 3, 1943, in Carthage, Texas, to the late Royce and Joella (Hull) Crawford. Graveside service will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Timpson, Texas with Orval Miller officiating.

Larry was the unofficial “Mayor” of the Stockman Community. He loved his community and all who resided there. Larry worked as a lineman for SouthWestern Bell for 31 years before retirement. He loved his wife and sons and spent his life making sure they were taken care of. Larry was happy to spend his days outside riding around on his John Deere tractor and taking care of his garden. Larry would watch the same old Western movies over and over again. He also loved to ride the backroads with his friends and just live the country life. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Larry is survived by:

Loving wife, Pat Crawford

Sons:
Christopher Lee Crawford
William Zachary Crawford and wife, Pamela

Brother, John Alan Crawford

Grandchildren: Graycie, Carrington, Stella, and Willow Crawford.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Royce and Joella (Hull) Crawford.

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.

01/10/2022

Leonard Darnell “L.D.” Eaves, 85, of Center, passed away Sunday, January 9, 2022, in Houston.

Visitation will be held from 6pm to 8pm, Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held 10am, Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro. Mike Belgard and Dr. Jack Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Born January 20, 1936, L.D. is the son of Hugh Artist Eaves and Edith Elmira Sigler Eaves.  His hobbies included fishing and hunting. L.D. also loved to fly. He was a member of Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149 in Center and First Baptist Church in Center.

He is survived by:

Wife of 62 years, Melba Lyles Eaves of Center

Daughters:
Rhonda Fausett and Glenn of Center
Shelly Hudspeth and Henry of Center

Grandchildren:
Adam Fausett and Emily of Shreveport, Louisiana
Jacob Hudspeth of Seguin
Sheri Fausett of Ft. Worth
Kalob Hudspeth of Center
Kade Hudspeth of Center

Sisters:
Sylvia Snider of Center
Leola Brittain of Arkansas
Gwen Cravey and Billy of Center
Lisa Bingenheimer and Bill of Center

Numerous nieces and nephews

Special friends: 
Pat and Charles Hall
Jim Kasper
Latresser and Ortega Cartwright
Malcolm Weston
Carol and Mike Skinner
Charles Spann

A host of other friends

Preceded in death by parents, Hugh Artist Eaves and Edith Elmira Sigler Eaves; and granddaughter, Amber Fausett.

Pallbearers will be Adam Fausett, Jacob Hudspeth, Kalob Hudspeth, Kade Hudspeth, Glenn Fausett, and Henry Hudspeth.Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Hall, Jim Kasper, Ortega Cartwright, Malcolm Weston, Mike Skinner, Charles Spann, and Maxie Eaves.

A special thanks to DCI Center nurses, Center ER staff, and a special thank you to the staff of MD Anderson ICU.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.

01/08/2022

Jason Maurice Fulbright, 50, of Center, passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022, in Center.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, January 10, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at New Life Church in Center. Bro. Steve Noble and Landon Oliver will officiate. Interment will follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha.

Born August 17, 1971, in Haywood County, Waynesville, North Carolina, Jason is the son of the late Danny Coleman Fulbright and Bunita Fulbright Nicolau of Clever, MO. For 13 years, Jason owned J&B Donut Factory in Center and and later founded Intelligent Concepts which later became Intelligent Computer Concepts. His hobbies included fishing, playing guitar, learning new music, and spending time with his family. Jason was a member of New Life Church in Center, where he was Praise and Worship Leader.

Left to cherish his memory:

Wife, Barbara Simmons Fulbright of Center

Daughters:
Destini and Taylor Jones of Springfield, MO
Mariah and Devin Dowling of Center
Ashley and Taylor Hudspeth of Center

Grandchildren:
Bentyn and Mikki Jones
Alli and Asher Dowling

Mother, Bunita Fulbright Nicolau and Erwin of Clever, MO

Brothers:
Jeremiah Fulbright of Longview, TX
Bradford Fulbright of Longview, TX

Aunts:
Marlene and Bob Ashton of Weeki Wachee, FL
Diana and Bob Berg of Campobello, SC

Fathers-in-law:
Joe Simmons of Springfield, MO
Dennis Jennings and wife Patti of Tyler, TX

Preceded in death by grandparents, Maurice and Juanita Trull and Jack Fulbright and Willie Perez; mother-in-law, Sandra Davis.

Pallbearers will be Ron Belanger, Phil Hennigan, Dwayne Bomar, Jeremy Evans, Tom Dramburger, and Eric Partlow. Honorary pallbearers will be Brad Fulbright, Jeremiah Fulbright, Taylor Jones, Devin Dowling, Taylor Hudspeth, and Mike Belgard.

Memorial donations can be made to the music ministry at New Life Church in Center.

Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.

01/06/2022

Geraldine “Jeri” Dean, 81, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on January 5, 2022, in Garrison, Texas. She was born on February 27, 1940, in Nacogdoches, Texas, to the late Matt and Vera (Kerr) Mercer.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am Friday, January 7, 2022, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas with Orval Miller officiating. Interment will follow at Bethel Cemetery, Appleby, Tx.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 pm till 7:00 pm Thursday, January 6, 2022, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.

Jeri was born and raised in East Texas. She owned a café in Timpson for a time.  Jeri was also an EMT for 28 years. She worked for many years until her retirement as a phlebotomist for local nursing homes. Jeri loved to watch the hummingbirds as they fought over the nectar. She was happy outdoors. Jeri enjoyed working in her flower beds and prided herself on how beautiful she kept them. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Jeri is survived by:

Sons:
Robbie Lee Strahan and wife, Jerrie
Don Wayne Strahan and wife, Sherri
Kevin Lynn Strahan and wife, Terri

Grandchilren: Jessica, Mallory, Karlie, Krissie, and Dustin

Great-grandchildren: Averie, Emma, Landrie, Noah, Shyanne, Beckham, Sage, and Marley.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Matt and Vera Mercer; husband, Cecil Dean, Sr.; brother, JT Mercer; and sister, Margaret Hornbuckle.

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.

01/05/2022

Wyman Earl Tompkins, age 84, of San Augustine, Texas, passed away Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at his residence.

Mr. Tompkins was born August 19, 1937, in Sabine County, Texas, to parents Hamp and Abbie (Harville) Tompkins. He grew up in the Geneva area and attended school in Hemphill. He was a longtime resident of San Augustine and worked a number of years at Noble & Company as marine mechanic. He was also a U.S. Army veteran.

Wyman had enjoyed fishing throughout his life. He served with the San Augustine Volunteer Fire Department and was a member of White Rock Baptist Church and Redland Masonic Lodge #3 in San Augustine.

He and Louise Wilburn, a Shelby County native, were married on May 12, 1957, and they enjoyed 64 years of marriage.

His survivors include:

Wife, Louise Wilburn Tompkins of San Augustine

Daughter, Peggy Tompkins Collins and husband Michael of Shelbyville

Sons:
Michael Tompkins and wife Paula of San Augustine
Keith Tompkins of Shelbyville

Sister, Helen Williams of Pineland

Brothers:
Jimmy Tompkins and wife Mary Ann of Hemphill
Tommy Tompkins and wife Barbara of Longview
Larry Tompkins and wife Annette of Lufkin
Jerry Tompkins and wife Ruby Jo of Geneva

Grandchildren:
Christopher Winfield and Adriane
Luke Winfield and Brittany
Jon Michael Tompkins and Jessica
Lynsie Watson and Stephen
Winston Tompkins and Ashlyn

Great-grandchildren: Avery, Peyton, Jacob, Harleigh, Madi, Declan, Reece, Mason, Wylden, Lachlyn, and Asher.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hamp and Abbie Tompkins; a daughter-in-law, Terri Smith Tompkins; a brother, L.H. Tompkins; a sister, Juanell Beckham; and his parents-in-law, Horace and Bernice Wilburn.

Visitation was held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, located at 316 W. Columbia Street in San Augustine.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel with Bro. Mike Belgard and Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment followed at the Patroon Cemetery, located in Shelby County's Patroon community.

Pallbearers: Robert Wilburn, Scott Wilburn, Bradley Wilburn, Morris Tompkins, Lynn Williams, and Tim Hardy. Honorary pallbearers: David Noble and Ray Hardy.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Patroon Cemetery Fund are suggested.

Visit www.WymanRobertsFuneralHome.com for memories and condolences. Services were under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas.

01/03/2022

Kenneth Lee Campbell Sr., 80, of Timpson, passed away Sunday January 2, 2022, in Timpson.

Graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 6, 2021, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with eulogy by his valued friend and classmate, Jack Harris. Music will be led by longtime friend and neighbor, Rodney Golden.

Born March 1, 1941, Kenneth is the son of R.L. Campbell and Alma Harris Campbell. He was proud of the fact that he was born and raised in Center, a member of Center High School Class of 1959. On November 23, 1961, Kenneth married Jerri Lynn Hendricks.  She preceded him in death December 26, 2011. Kenneth was a man of “many hats.” He started a trucking company with one truck and grew to several. Wanting to spend more time at home, he played a game of dominos with a friend. The winner made the choice to keep all trucks of both parties or sell out. He won and sold out. 

In 1976, he started a lumber yard and became a builder. Today, there are many commercial properties and residential homes in the county which he built, financed, and/or owns.

He is currently married to Londa. They have been so blessed to enjoy the life and friends they hold so dear.

His final years have been devoted to raising cattle, hunting hogs, and watching the beautiful sunrises on the land he loved.

Kenneth is survived by: 
His wife, Londa

Son, Kenneth Campbell Jr.

Stepson, Ralph Godsey

Grandchildren:
Kenneth Campbell III
Jessie Campbell
Reagan Godsey

Brother, Robert Ladean Campbell

Niece, Michelle Renfro

Preceded in death by wife, Jerri Lynn Hendricks Campbell; parents, R.L. Campbell and Alma Harris Campbell; and brother, Richard Campbell.

Pallbearers will be Kenneth Hardy, Kenneth Boles, Tommy Alfred, Jimmy Rhoden, Doug Fuller, and Ronnie Bush.

Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N Michigan Ave, 17th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601-633 (www.alz.org) or Center High School Class of 1959.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com