Shelby County Today

01/06/2024

Mrs. Myrtle Lee Randle Garrett, 84, of Center passed away Monday night, January 1, 2024 at CHI St. Luke Health in Lufkin.

Myrile Lee Randle Moore Garrett was born on June 02. 1939 to the late Jeff Jr. and Eula Randie. She was a member of Triumph the Church and Kingdom of God in Christ. She worked for East Texas Poultry.

Visitation will be held Sunday, January 7, 2024, 10am at Community Funeral Hone in Center. Services will be held Monday, January 8, 2024, at 12-noon at Center Triumph Church with interment to follow at Westview Cemetery in Center with Bishop Howard Cloudy, Sr. officiating.

She is survived by:
Special-friend, Levon Andrews

Daughters: 
Roslyn Moore (Land)
Robin Moore (Ronnie)

Sons:
Larry Moore (Iva)
Tony Moore

Sisters: 
Essit Gibbs
Mary Randle
Twanna (Charles) Kirkling
Giselt Randle

Brothers: 
Jet Randle, Jr. (Jessie)
James Randle (Jen)

Grandchildren: 
Micheal (Nethra) Moore
Jozlun Moore
Jakera Land
Zackery Moore
Dewayne Morgan
Laquanna Davis
Andrea Morgan
Lean Moore
Lindsey Moore
LaJerrical Jackson
Tonisha Moore (Sy Morgan)
JaGerrick Moore (Jakayla)
Taiya Moore
Tzarvian Moore
LaBrodrick Smith

A host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family and friends

Myrtle was preceded in death by her sons: Gregory and David Moore; Parents: Jeff Jr. and Bula Randle: sisters: Ruthie Hill and Dorothy Randle; husbands: Robert Moore and Minon Garrett. Jr.

1/5/2024

Ryan Keith Felder, 31, of Center, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2024, in Center.

Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Cool Springs Cemetery in Logansport, Louisiana.

Born July 6, 1992, in Nacogdoches, Ryan is the son of Keith Felder and Loretta Adams Felder. He loved hog hunting and saltwater fishing.

He is survived by:

Parents, Keith Felder and Loretta Adams Felder

Sister, April Alexander and husband Jeff

Nephews:
Caleb Alexander
Matthew Alexander

Grandparents:
Edgar Felder
James Adams and wife Phyllis

Special friends:
Robert Bloys and wife Annika
Travis Crozier and his family

Uncles:
Mark Felder and wife Sherri
William Adams and wife Kim

Aunt, Veronica Lawson and husband Joey

Father-in-law and mother-in-law, Michael and Julie Bates

Brother-in-law, Zachary Bates

Numerous cousins and other relatives

Preceded in death by wife, Kara Felder; daughter, Danica Felder; grandmothers, Patsy Adams and Elaine Felder.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made toward funeral expenses.

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

01/04/2024

Robbie Gwyn Beavers Baggett, age 88, of Rogers passed away Sunday December 31, 2023, in Rogers. She was born February 22, 1935, in Center, Texas, the daughter of Henry Harvey and Ethel Ruhl Woods Beavers.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Reba Beavers Watlington.

Robbie worked for First Methodist Church, Center, TX in the 1950s as secretary to the pastor. She later worked at Ava’s Flowers in Center, TX as manager and designer. The family moved to Northwest Arkansas in 1972. Robbie worked with Matkins Flowers in Bentonville before founding Touch of Class gift and silk flower shop in downtown Rogers. Robbie was a talented artist and had a passion for painting landscapes, birds, flowers, and nature scenes. She was a deeply devoted member of PEO and was awarded a lifetime membership in the Bentonville/Rogers Junior Auxiliary.

She is survived by:

Husband, Carl Baggett

Son, Barry Baggett and his wife Patricia of Rogers

Daughter, Regina Bures and her husband Terry of St. Germain, WI

Grandchildren:
Brad Arnold
Wes Arnold
Kiley Arnold
Gwyneth Baggett

Great-grandchildren:
Aaron Arnold
Ben Arnold
Kaylin Arnold
Abram Arnold
Colin Arnold
John Luke Arnold

Visitation will be held 10:00 am – 11:00 am Friday, January 5, 2023, at Central United Methodist Church in Rogers with Funeral Service beginning at 11:00 am. A private family committal will be held at Bentonville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Central United Methodist Church in Rogers 2535 W New Hope Road, Rogers, Arkansas 72758 or https://centralrogers.com/giving

To leave an online condolence please visit www.bernafuneralhomes.com

01/02/2024

Funeral services for Robert "Bob" Crump, 87, of Timpson, Texas, will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Fred Wilcox officiating. A visitation will be held prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00 pm on Thursday, January, 4, 2024, at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Olive Cemetery.

Bob Crump was born at home in the Silas community on Feb. 8, 1936. His dad, Joe, told me that it was the coldest day he could ever remember. Back in those days, electricity wasn't available. The light was provided by lamps and heat came from the fireplaces and the wood stove in the kitchen. The Crump household was always busy, because everyone worked on the farm to provide for the family. Bob has said there wasn't any money, but they didn't need any. He has said many times that they ate like kings!  

Bob was always working. He worked at gas stations, picked cotton, worked in the fields, cleaned out chicken houses, drove the school bus while he was in high school, cleaned out wells, painted houses, hauled gasoline and oil, raised cows, anything that needed doing, he would do. He found a way to rise to the top, no matter what the challenge, and he was always available to help anyone in need.

He used his earnings to pay for his education. He worked in the cafeteria at SFA to pay for his room and board. He wasn't afraid to tackle any kind of job. After his graduation, he had to follow the job market, so he moved to Houston where he began his teaching career.

Of all the things in his life that meant the most to him was teaching. He loved all of his students and found joy in teaching the school courses, but he also felt a call to teach life lessons. He also shared his faith in God and kept a Bible on his desk. The little sayings that he shared like "That dog won't hunt” and "Sure is a pretty day" were imbedded in their memory and came to mind when they were making decisions long after they left his classroom. He loved to see his former students succeeding in life. He truly cared for them all. It really gave him pleasure when they came to him as adults and thanked him for the things that he shared with them.

When a teaching job became available in Garrison, he came home. This was truly where his heart was. He was able to care for his father as he got older and be around the friends he grew up with. He bought property and settled back into the Silas Community.

Bob was set on doing the right thing. Always and no matter how hard it was. He lived his life serving his Lord and was always trying to keep on the straight road. For years he worked at Mt. Olive Baptist Church replacing light bulbs, working on the plumbing, counting the offerings, turning off the lights and locking doors after each service, and helping people in need. He didn't do these things for recognition, he did them because he was doing what God wanted him to do. Most people were completely unaware of his service, and that was fine with him.

It was very important to him to live his life as a good citizen. He was a Mason for over 50 years serving as Masonic Chaplain for 44 years and had a great love of Masonry. It was another way for him to serve his fellow man. He enjoyed being around people of like mind. He was also a Gideon, and he gave bibles to anyone who would take one. Sharing his faith was very important to him.

He loved his family, his church, and his friends. He made the world a better place wherever he went, and anyone who had Bob Crump for a friend had a rare find.

Bob is survived by:

Wife, Judy Crump

Children: 
Lisa Garrett, and husband, Brad
Mark Crump, and wife, Karen
Terri Strahan, and husband, Kevin
Avery Wedding

Grandchildren: 
Karlie Anders, and husband, Nate
Krissie Shull, and husband, Justin
Dustin Strahan, and wife, Maci
Tabitha Skinner
Michael Scott Tremaine
Jenny Gibson, and husband, Dallas
Andy Garrett, and wife, Hang
Cody Garrett, and wife, Breann
Kaley Thompson, and husband, Garrett
Mason Crump
Jessica Ta, and husband, Shane
Emiley Davis, and husband, Justin

12 great-grandchildren

Brother. Billy Joe Crump, and wife, Linnie

He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Minnie Anderson Crump, daughter, Laura Tremaine and 6 siblings

Services under the direction of Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.

12/30/2023

Beverly A. Garrett, 69, passed away December 22, 2023 in Palestine, Texas. She was born June 5, 1954 to mother Lucille Garrett and father Does James Garrett.

A homecoming celebration in loving memory will be held at 2pm Sunday, December 31, 2023 at Community Funeral Home Chapel, 157 CR 2230, Center, Texas 75935 with Bishop Zephaniah Swindle officiating.

She is preceded in death by parents, Lucille and Doise James Garrett; sister, Doris Ann Garrett; and brother, Robert Garrett.

She leaves to cherish her memory:

Children:
LaShalla Garrett
Mark A. Cartwright (Erika)

Grandchildren:
Mikela Cartwright
Ke'Shaun Cartwright
Felix Garrett J (Katelynn)
Christian Russell
Jerica Cartwright (Edward)
Janesha Kenney

Special Nieces and Nephews:
Anniha McFadden
Marcus Williams
Robert Dickson
Jocelyn Garrett
Edgar Maiden
Alicia Dixon (Harold)
Bobby Moore

Special Godson, Jamarcus Patton

Special Friend, James Charles Pitts

The family of Beverly A. Garrett is sincerely grateful and humbled by all the many expressions of sympathy in our time of bereavement.

Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

12/29/2023

Spencer Lloyd Yarbrough, 83, of Wills Point, Texas, passed away on December 24, 2023. Born on May 11, 1940, in Center, Texas, to the late Eugene Yarbrough and Lucille Christopher. Spencer was known for his selfless nature, handy skills, and strong work ethic.

Spencer dedicated his career to heavy civil construction, working for JD Abrams in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. He was highly respected for his expertise in the field. Outside of work, Spencer had a passion for ranching, carpentry, and spending time with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed visiting vineyards and was a proud member of the American Quarter Horse Association and the Texas Cattle Raisers Association.

Spencer is survived by:

Loving son, Chris Yarbrough, and wife Mary

Devoted daughter, Sonya Duffer, and husband Taylor

Brother, Bruce Yarbrough

Sister, Lagene Smoak, and husband Jerry

Cherished grandchildren: Harley, Carson, Nick, Noah, and Nate

Adored great-grandchildren: Wesley, Libi, Wyatt, and Peyton

He was preceded in death by his mother and father; his brothers, Troy, Kenneth, and Joseph; and his grandson, Nolan Spencer.

Spencer graduated from Center High School in 1958 and furthered his education at East Field College and Stephen F Austin. He was a lifelong learner and valued the pursuit of knowledge.

Friends and family are invited to attend the visitation and funeral on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. with funeral following at 11:00 a.m. at Mullin-Fuller Funeral Home, located at 205 Corky Boyd Ave., Wills Point, Texas. Interment will follow at White Rose Cemetery in Wills Point.

12/28/2023

Steve E. Jackson, 60 of Tenaha, passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at his home in Tenaha.

Funeral service is 1pm Saturday, December 30, 2023 at St. John Baptist Church in Tenaha, Texas. Interment is at Friendship BoBo Cemetery in Tenaha. Visitation is from 10am until 6pm at Community Funeral Home Chapel, Center, Texas.

He is preceded in death by his father, the late Tommie Lee (Jack) Jackson; grandmothers, Ida D. Giles, Ada Giles Horton, and Effie Jackson; grandfathers, Dave Jackson and Oris Thompson; and little brother, Brandon Horton.

He leaves to mourn and cherish his memories:

Wife, Tina Jackson of Houston

Loving mother, Ima Faye Jackson of Tenaha

Brother, Larry Jackson of Houston

Loving cousin, Cederic Mosley of Tenaha

A host of cousins and friends

Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

12/28/2023

James Travis Adams, 92 of Wolfe City passed away at his home on December 21, 2023. He was born on July 23, 1931 in Center, Texas to William Walter and Linda Louise (Humphries) Adams. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.

A great man passed from our lives last Thursday, December 21st. He was my Dad.

He went by many names. Son, to William Walter and Linda Louise Humphries Adams. He was fiercely proud of his father, whose military career paved the way for my dad’s military service in the Air Force. He loved and respected his mother, who raised he and his older brother Walter by herself for long stretches when military obligations necessitated. When my grandmother was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, my dad made regular trips to Center, Texas to see to her care until her death.

Grandson, to his Humphries grandparents with whom he spent so many summers, riding his bicycle out of Center, Texas the 8ish miles out to the old home place to help with farming, in the orchards, and when the rare opportunity arose for one on one time to go hunting or trapping with Papa.

Husband, to my mother for nearly 40 years before they separated and divorced. My mother had a stroke and was left paralyzed shortly after they married. I never once heard my dad complain about the cards he was dealt; he took responsibility to care for my mother. And when I was born, he was more than the casual dad of the era, stepping in to help care for a baby throughout my mother’s limitations.

Husband, for a 2nd time, to the kindest woman who treated him with love and compassion and who I’ve had the joy to look upon for advice and reassurance for more than 25 years; you’re very special, Betty.

Friend, or J.T., to many who he worked with at Delta Airlines upon completing his military service. A few special friends at Delta, who helped build the house where ultimately he died, helped cut hay, haul hay, who joined in a number of hunting trips, and who had tireless conversations with my dad on all things cattle.

Friend and Neighbor, to many in the Greenville & Wolfe City areas, church friend, and advocate for so many improvements over the years to roads, utilities and so much more.  My dad could speak on most any subject related to the area or farming in it.

Grampa, to 2 granddaughters and 1 grandson, who he spoke of with such pride; it shows in his expression in every picture of birthdays and Christmases.

And, Dad, to one very fortunate daughter who never once questioned if she was loved, or respected, who relied on her Dad for advice on nearly every aspect of her life. There were special times, accomplishments, a few setbacks and disappointments, but throughout there was always encouragement. Now there’s a void.

You were so loved and respected, and you will be so missed. I love you.

Funeral Service will be at 10:30 AM  on Thursday, January 4, 2023 in the Lynch Funeral Service Chapel in Greenville. Visitation will begin one hour prior at 9:30 AM. James will be laid to rest at DFW National Cemetery in Dallas at 2:00 PM later the same day.

Services are under the direction of Lynch Funeral Homes and Memorial Park in Greenville, Texas.

12/28/2023

Edna Gay Kennon, 90, of Center, Texas, passed away on December 26, 2023, surrounded by loved ones in Tyler, Texas. She was born on November 11, 1933, in Center, Texas, to the late Norman Nathaniel Sigler and Ola Gay (Howard) Sigler.  

Funeral service will be held at 11AM on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Clever Creek Baptist Church, with Bro. Bobby Warr officiating. 

Visitation will be held from 5-7PM on Friday, December 29, 2023, at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

Edna entered this world on November 11, 1933, the eldest of fourteen children born to Norman and Ola Sigler of the Clever Creek community. She graduated from Shelbyville High School and subsequently found employment at the KB Café in Center. It was there that she met Drue Kennon, who had returned home after serving in the U.S. Navy. They were married in December of 1953, then settled in Center to start their family.

Edna was a homemaker, and she loved her family with her heart and her hands. She enjoyed baking sourdough rolls and bread, and she was also talented at making and decorating cakes for birthdays and other special occasions. She used her sewing talents to create articles of clothing for the whole family.

Edna was a member of Clever Creek Baptist Church, where she served in various capacities over the years, from cleaning the church weekly in preparation for Sunday services to teaching a ladies' Sunday School class to keeping minutes and handling clerical duties as church clerk. She loved reading and studying the Bible and was a true partner in ministry during the brief years away from Clever Creek when Drue pastored two local churches before his death in 1984.

At the time of her death, Edna was a resident of Pine Grove Nursing Home in Center, where she still enjoyed gospel music and fellowship provided by visiting groups and individuals.

She is survived by sons:
Drue Edwin Kennon Jr. and wife Maureen
Garland Eugene Kennon
Robert Emanuel Kennon

Daughter, Deborah Elaine Welch 

Grandchildren:
Kelly Berry and husband Steven
Wendy Justus and husband Levi
William Kennon and wife Crystal
Christy Curtis and husband William
John Kennon and wife Lindsey
Lanie Fitzgerald and husband Ryan
Avery Liker

14 Great-Grandchildren

4 Great-Great Grandchildren

Brothers:
Billy Sigler and wife Geri
Jeff Sigler

Sisters:
Frances Nettles and husband Tommy
Joann Andrews

Daughter-in-law, Judy Kennon

Brother-in-law, E.J. Whitton

Sisters-in-law:
Faye Sigler
Barbara Cruse

Numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.

Edna is preceded in death by her husband, Drue Edwin Kennon Sr.; son, Richard Kennon; parents, Norman and Ola Gay Sigler; son-in-law, Gordon Welch; brothers, Charles Sigler, Robert Sigler, Larry Sigler, James Sigler, Jerry Sigler, Kenneth Sigler; sisters, Johnnie Whitton, Elaine Franke, Wanda Rychlik; brothers-in-law, Freddie Franke, Joe Rychlik; and sister-in-law, Doris Sigler.

Pallbearers serving will be William Kennon, John Kennon, Avery Liker, Wesley Berry, Hunter Berry, and William Curtis Jr.

Honorary pallbearers serving will be Dylan Robbins, Kade Justus, Christian Kennon, and Keegan Curtis. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you give to the Gideons International or other organization that promotes the distribution, reading, and study of God's Word.

To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.

Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.