Obituaries
08/09/2021
Leon Searcy, 89, of Pasadena, Texas passed away on August 5, 2021 in Pasadena Texas. He was born on October 14, 1931, in Geneva County Alabama to Isom Byrd Searcy and Rena Mae Mullen Searcy. A graveside service will be at 11:00 AM on Tuesday August 10,2021 at Fairview Cemetery in Center, Texas with Linda Searcy officiating.
While serving in the Navy during the Korean War, Leon married Giovanna Mooney of Center, Texas. After the war, they moved to Dallas, Texas where he attended electronics school while working for Red Ball Motor Freight. He transferred and became an agent for Red Ball Motor Freight in Center, Texas during the early to mid 1960’s. During this time, he was offered a Logistics Specialist position at NASA in Houston, Texas where he worked on Gemini, Apollo, and Skylab. After leaving NASA he entered the medical freight and transportation industry where he became Logistics Manager of several hospital systems.
Leon was elected City Councilman District G for the City of Pasadena and served multiple terms with a short stint as Mayor Pro-Tem. During his tenure as City Councilman, he was most noted for his representation in the “Sister Cities” program where he traveled to Hadono, Japan on numerous occasions and made many long-lasting friendships fostering a sense of partnership and community within Pasadena and abroad. In addition to traveling to Japan, he was most noted for securing the funds to build a new park in Pasadena “Crenshaw Park” where families were able to enjoy an environment that allowed them to fish and enjoy the outdoors in a brand new fully equipped park facility.
Leon had a passion for people and family. He was a humble man that was genuine, kind-hearted, and sincere and never met a stranger. Every person he encountered during his life’s journey can speak of the positive memories he left with them.
Leon is survived by:
Wife, Giovanna Mooney Searcy
Son, James L. Searcy, Jr.
Daughter-in-law, Linda Searcy
Grandsons:
Jason L. Searcy
Nathan M. Searcy
A host of other family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Isom Byrd Searcy, and Rena Mae Mullins Searcy, along with his brother and sisters.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home in Center, Texas. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit http://www.mangumfh.net.
08/06/2021
Velma Harper Jackson, 76 of Center, passed away July 30, 2021. On August 12, 1944, Velma Rae Harper was born to the union of WC and Earlie Harper.
Funeral service is 11am Saturday, August 7, 2021 at Abundant Love Ministries in Center. Interment is at Westview Cemetery with Pastor Arthur Young giving the eulogy.
She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at St. Paul Baptist Church in Center, Texas. She enjoyed being a Registered Nurse and she loved her family and having a good time. Velma graduated from Center High School.
She was preceded in death by her parents WC and Earlie Harper; her two sisters, Betty Ruth Lathan and Thelma Rae Ratcliff; and brother R.C. Harper.
She is survived by:
Sisters:
Shirley Rushing
Linda Harper
Children:
Bobby Harper
Sandra Wynn (James)
Victor Jordan (Christiana)
Shelly Washington Leonard
Tonja Gardner Singleton (Willie)
Kelby Gardner
16 Grandchildren
34 Great-Grandchildren
3 Great-Great-Grandchildren
A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends
Services are entrusted to McCoy and Harrison Funeral Home, Houston, Texas and Community Funeral Home in Center, Texas.
08/04/2021
Mrs. Jessie Mae Fountain, 91, of Center. Mrs. Fountain died on July 31, 2021, at her daughter’s residence in Houston.
Funeral service will be Saturday, August 7, 2021, at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church (623 Martin Luther King Drive Center, Texas) at 11:00 A.M. Rev. Anthony Jackson officiating and Arthur Cloudy the Eulogist.
Mrs. Fountain is survived by:
Son, Keith Fountain Sr. (Lisa) of Missouri City, Texas
Daughters:
Sharon (Eltroy) Ayers of Houston
LaJuanah Fountain of Houston
Jessica Fountain-Carter of Houston
Step-son, Leon Fountain of Dallas
Grandchildren:
Stacy Ayers of Houston
Kesha Fountain of Seattle, Washington
Keith Fountain Jr. of Missouri City
Kelon Fountain of Missouri City
Great-grandchild, Jamine Ayers of Houston
Visitation: On Saturday, August 7, 2021, at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church from the hours of 9am to 10:45am
Repass: Windham Civic Center (146 Express Blvd, Center, Texas)
Committal: Westview Cemetery in Center, Texas
Due to COVID 19, masks are required during visitation and funeral services. All safety procedures are strictly enforced.
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
08/04/2021
Lou Jane Womack, 65, of Tenaha, passed away Tuesday, August 3, 2021, in Tyler.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, August 5, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, August 6, 2021, at First Baptist Church in Tenaha with Bro. John Whitworth and Bro. Andrew King officiating. Interment will follow at Restland Cemetery in Tenaha.
Born September 5, 1955, in Carthage, Lou Jane is the daughter of Joe Dan Womack and Wandell Conner Womack. A member of Tenaha High School’s Class of 1974, she went on to earn a bachelor of fine arts degree from Stephen F. Austin University in 1979. Lou Jane later obtained her master’s degree in 1984. She also attended Panola College, where she was a member of the Panola Fillies. Lou Jane was an accomplished seamstress and artist. She loved her nieces and great nephews and sent cards for all occasions to her family. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Tenaha.
She is survived by:
Mother, Wandell Womack of Tenaha
Brother, Jerry Womack and Dina of Marshall
Brother-in-law, Joe King of Monroe, Louisiana
Nieces:
Katie Sanders and Bob of Las Vegas, Nevada
Jenni Pevoto and Sean of Las Vegas, Nevada
Megan Parks and Reginald of Marshall
Great-nephews, Ben Sanders and Joey Pevoto of Las Vegas, Nevada
Great-niece, Jenni Parks of Marshall
A number of cousins and other relatives.
She is preceded in death by her father, Joe Dan Womack; and sisters, Rebecca King and Terrie Womack.
Pallbearers will be Aaron King, Andrew King, Reginald Parks, Brack Harrison, Don Dial, Chip Roberson, and Tommy Baker. Honorary pallbearer will be Joe King.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/04/2021
Linda Jacque Downing Tyre, 82, of Center, passed away Tuesday, August 3, 2021, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, August 6, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 7, 2021, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Linda’s nephew, Ray Stroope Jr., officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born January 30, 1939, in Mabank, Linda is the daughter of Thomas “Jack” Downing and E. Cozette Reynolds Downing. She was a retired hairdresser.
She is survived by:
Daughter, Kathy Tyre Miller of Center
Son, Jack Tyre Sr. of Center
Grandchildren:
Shannon Tyre Denby and Brad of Center
James Tyre Jr. and Nina of Center
Miranda Tyre Gerardo and Daniel of Nacogdoches
Jack Tyre Jr. and Autumn of Timpson
Tamara Tyre Boyer and Michael of Garrison
Great-grandchildren:
Dylan, Zac, and Brannon Denby
Conner, Brently, and Deikon Tyre
Ty Ross
Makayla Tyre
Jaydon and Jarred Tyre
Jordan Anderson
Raylee and Kendall Boyer
Sister, Nan Downing Gulley of Seagoville
Numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by husband, James E. Tyre Jr.; son, James D. Tyre Sr.; brother, Jeffery R. Downing; parents, Thomas “Jack” Downing and E. Cozette Reynolds Downing; son-in-law, Maurey Miller.
Pallbearers will be Jack Tyre Sr., Jack Tyre Jr., Dylan Denby, Zac Denby, Brannon Denby, Jordan Anderson, and Jaydon Tyre.
Honorary pallbearers will be James Tyre Jr. and Brad Denby.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at http://www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/03/2021
Mae Helen Swindle, age 76, of San Augustine, Texas passed away on Sunday, August 1, 2021 at her residence in San Augustine, Texas.
Funeral Service is at 9am Saturday, August 7, 2021 at St. Luke BC. Interment is at St. Luke Cemetery with Rev. Arron Fenley officiating.
Visitation is from 1pm to 6pm Friday, August 6, 2021 at Garner and Son Chapel.
She is survived by:
Sons:
James Swindle (Stephanie)j of Center, Texas
Jimmy Swindle (Brenda Hicks) of San Augustine, Texas
Daughter, Marilyn Swindle of Houston, Texas
A host of Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, and Great-Great Grandchildren
Sisters:
Shirlean Anthony (John) of Sexton, Texas
Lori Dupree (Winfred) of Cypress, Texas
As well as a host of Nieces, Nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Services are under the direction of Percy Garner & Son Mortuary, 304 Ironosa Rd., San Augustine, Texas 75972.
08/03/2021
Mark Twain Livingston, 51, of Center, passed away Monday, July 26, 2021, in Center.
Memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 7, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Eugene Bowden officiating.
Born July 5, 1970, in Center, Mark is the son of Donice Livingston and Barbara Watson Livingston. He was employed with Frito Lay. His hobbies included fishing and football.
He is survived by:
His mother, Barbara Livingston
Sister, Donna Schoenewolf and husband Reggie
Aunts:
Beverly Hendricks
Pat Hilliard McDonald and husband David
Linda Bridges
Doris Martin
Charlce Emanis
Uncles:
Richard Livingston
Douglas Watson
Niece, Steely Lucas; numerous cousins, relatives, and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by his father, Donice Livingston.
Honorary pallbearers will be Sean Wright, Scott Rowold, Bob Mooney Jr., James Withers, Spence Dance, Brent Dance, Tristan Samford, Corby Howard, Mark Chandler, Dirk Parmer, Michael Hughes, Kyle Bush, and Mark Jones.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/03/2021
Tommy Glenn Land "Bubba", 58, of East Liberty Community passed away Thursday morning, July 29, 2021, in Ft. Worth.
Services will be at 11am Saturday, August 7, 2021, at Triumph Center in Center. Interment will follow at Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville with Bro. Desmond Johnson officiating.
Please wear a mask.
Tommy Glenn Land "Bubba" is survived by:
Wife, Rosalyn Land "Peaches" of Center
Son, Marshane (Felisa) Pitts of Spain
Daughters:
Jozlin Moore of Center
Jakera Land of Plano
Four grandchildren
Sisters:
Mary (Eliza) Suell of Center
Annette Land of Center
Mother-in-law, Myrtle Garrett of Center
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home of Center.
08/03/2021
Charlie James “Jack” Riggans, Jr., 91, of Tenaha, Texas passed away on July 30, 2021 in Nacogdoches, Texas. Charlie was born September 20, 1929 in Tenaha, Texas to the late Charlie James Riggans, Sr. and Georgia Orton Riggans.
Mr. Riggans was raised in Shelby County and graduated from the Timpson Colored High School. Charlie worked for many years for the Bruce Hardwood Floors Company. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Charlie married Addie Lee Mitchell on July 15, 1987 and together they celebrated 34 years. Mr. Riggans was a longtime member and deacon of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church and loved going to church and watching his daytime Soap Operas.
He is preceded in death by his parents; siblings, R.L. Riggans, Teroy Riggans, Octavia Ash, Joy Faye Henderson, James (Sambo) Riggans, Paulette Scott and Ozell Allen.
Those left to cherish his memory are:
Loving wife, Addie Riggans
Children:
Theresa Pitts
Remona Taylor and husband Carl
Charles Keith Riggans
Roy Riggans and wife Linda
Lisa McClure and husband Aubrey
Christy Dennis
Step-children:
Kenneth Goodwin
Adrienne Gail Mitchell
Tamy Howard
Kevin Mitchell and wife Fran
Sandra Mitchell
Sister, Johnnie Riggans
A host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends
Special nephews, Scotty Riggans and Alan Delany.
Funeral services will be at 12:00 noon on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at the Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Bobo. Interment will follow in the Friendship Bobo Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home, 1131 State Hwy 149, Carthage, Texas. Visitation will be on Friday evening from 6-8:00 p.m. at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church.
Serving as pallbearers will be Wallace Mitchell, Robert Glazier, Charleston Garner, Michael Garner, Terald Riggans and Tristan Evans. Honorary pallbearers will be the grandsons of the late Deacon Charlie “Jack” Riggans.
A guestbook may be signed online at www.jimerson-lipsey.com.
08/03/2021
Sarah J. Thomas Coats, of Mesquite, Texas, died July 25, 2021 at a local hospital in Dallas, Texas.
Funeral service will be 11am Friday, August 6, 2021, at Ceaugry & W.B. Houston Center (802 Cochran Street Tyler, Texas 75702). Committal is at Westview Cemetery in Center, Texas.
Mrs. Coats is survived by:
Son, Allen R. Coats Jr.
Special Daughter, Autumn McClelland
Siblings:
Evelyn Cooper of Tyler, Texas
John Bethel Thomas Jr. (deceased)
Dr. Clyde Thomas of Omaha, NE (deceased)
Geraldine Steel of Center, Texas
Joe Leonard Thomas (deceased)
Deloris Stripling (Verlon) of San Augustine Texas
William Thomas, Sr. (Maria) of Tyler, Texas
Joyce Mitchell (Joe) of Garland, Texas
David Thomas (Andrea) of Dallas, Texas
Eric Thomas of Amarillo, Texas (deceased) and one miscarriage.
Harmon Undertaking Company of Tyler, Texas and Hicks Mortuary of Center, Texas.
08/02/2021
Keith C. Tamplin, 70, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, August 1, 2021, in Center.
Graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at Carroll Cemetery in Shelby County with Bro. Rusty Hall officiating.
Born August 27, 1950, in Port Arthur, Keith is the son of Henry Tamplin and Louise Carter Tamplin. He was an insurance salesman and enjoyed hunting and fishing.
He is survived by:
Wife, Linda Marshall of Shelbyville
Sons:
Jeremiah Tamplin of Beckville
Andrew Marshall of Shelbyville
Timothy Marshall of Center
Grandson, Clovis Andrew Marshall of Center
Sister, Missy Martin (Tommy) of Houston
Niece, Lindsay Terry
Nephew, T.J. Martin
Special friend, Hal Ross of Port Arthur
Special cousin, Kit Carter
Preceded in death by parents, Henry Tamplin and Louise Carter Tamplin.
Pallbearers will be Jeremiah Tamplin, Del McCarver, Andrew Marshall, Lynn Beasley, Calvin Bartlet, and Hal Ross. Honorary pallbearers will be Kit Carter, Keith O’Rear, and Johnny Matthews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Carroll Cemetery Fund, c/o Serica Wilkins – Treasurer, 1348 FM 2468, Center, Texas 75935.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/30/2021
Margaret Louise (Grimsley) Bowlin, 83, of Shepherd, Texas, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2021, in Lufkin Texas.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Shepherd, Texas. Interment will be at Ramah Cemetery, Tenaha, Texas.
Born in Joaquin, Texas, on May 14, 1938, Margaret is the daughter of A.D. Grimsley and Camilla Hall Grimsley.
Margaret attended Tenaha High School and graduated in 1957. She resided in Texas most of her life, working as an administrative assistant in Cleveland ISD and administrative assistant to the Superintendent of Shepherd ISD, retiring in 1999. She lived in Idledale, Colorado from 1999 until 2006, providing invaluable assistance in the care of her granddaughters. Margaret served countless volunteer hours for the Shepherd Band Boosters during her tenure at SISD and chaperoned many school club trips. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Shepherd, Texas. Margaret was an avid gardener, loved to bake and cook for her friends and family, cherished the company of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, volunteered often for the Shepherd Community food pantry, and worked with fellow church members to sew items for children in various mission fields supported by the church.
Margaret is survived by:
Children:
Paul Wayne Bowlin and wife, Karen, of League City, Texas
Linda Gayle Bowlin Ferguson and husband, Tommy, of Shepherd, Texas
Lisa Anne Bowlin Kennedy and husband, Sean, of Etoile, Texas
Grandchildren:
Randall Wayne Benner of Deer Park, Texas
Matthew Wayne Bowlin and wife, Chelsey, of Woodbranch, Texas
Joseph William Bowlin of Dallas, Texas
Marin Ceili Kennedy of Durango, Colorado
Maisi Carlyn Kennedy of Fayetteville, Arkansas
Great-Grandchildren:
Chase Benner, Raeleigh Benner, Kendall Benner, Grant Benner, Abigail Benner
Mallory Bowlin, Camryn Bowlin
Siblings:
Nancy Kellar, Mamie Vanover (Jim), Forest Crawford (Sherry)
Preceded in death by:
Parents A.D. Grimsley and Camilla Hall Grimsley and siblings Mary Hansen, J.L. Grimsley, Frances McDaniel, Bill Grimsley and James Grimsley
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Hospice in the Pines (please designate inpatient unit) 1504 West Frank Avenue, Lufkin, Texas 75904
07/29/2021
Sheila Rae Windham, 56, of Timpson, passed away Thursday, July 29, 2021, in Timpson.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, July 31, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 1, 2021, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Howell Demint officiating. Interment will follow at Folsom Chapel Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born November 22, 1964, in Center, Sheila is the daughter of Charles Ray Crawford and Joyce E. Sanford Crawford. She was a 1983 graduate of Center High School. Sheila enjoyed crafts and woodworking. Her most favorite pastime was spending time with her grandkids. She was a member of Folsom Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Shelby County.
Survived by:
Husband of 33 years, Douglas Windham
Sons:
Casey Crawford (Christy) of Timpson
Lonnie Windham of Timpson
Grandsons:
Dylan Crawford of Timpson
Connor Crawford of Timpson
Mother, Joyce E. Hughes
Brother, James Earl Edison of Timpson
Sister, Sara Goldsberry of Huxley.
Preceded in death by her father, Charles Ray Crawford and sister, Sandra Edison.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/29/2021
Letitia “Tish” Page was born on February 24, 1965, to the late Margie Von Adams Matthews in Center, Texas. She departed this journey on July 27, 2021.
Memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 7, 2021, at Greater Elizabeth Church of God in Christ in Tenaha, Texas.
She confessed Christ at an early age and united with St. John Baptist Church in Tenaha, Texas, under the leadership of the late Rev. A.W. Wright. She later began to attend Greater Elizabeth Church of God in Christ in Tenaha, Texas, under the leadership of Elder Fremon Bryant.
She attended Tenaha ISD from elementary to graduation in May 1983. She participated in many activities (track, cheerleader, basketball, softball, etc.). She attended Panola College on a cheerleader scholarship. Upon finishing college she joined the United States Air Force stationed in Moore, Oklahoma. She earned numerous medal while serving her country like Air Force Good Conduct Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, MCO Professional Military Education ribbon, Combat Readiness medal, National Defense Service medal, Southwest Asia Service medal w/First Service Star, and Kuwait Liberation Medal – Saudi Arabia. Upon returning to Tenaha, she was employed at Tenaha ISD as a paraprofessional until her health began to fail in 2019.
She leaves to cherish fond memories of her:
Daughter, Brittany Page
Son, Kale Page
Granddaughter, Primula Page
Sisters:
Robin Beatriz (Isaac) of Tenaha, Texas
Phyllis Thompson of Tenaha, Texas
Brothers:
Dexter Adams of San Juan, Puerto Rico
Bryan Adams of Floresville, Texas
Jon Matthews (Tina) of San Antonio, Texas
Jason Matthews (Lana) of Nacogdoches, Texas
Aunt, Ima Faye McClure of Tenaha, Texas
Uncles:
Ollie Adams of Houston, Texas
Willie Roy Adams of Tenaha, Texas
A host of nieces and nephews.
She really loved her babysitting crew, KéMyson, Kamari, and Jaya.
Ms. Page requested in lieu of flowers please make donations to the Greater Elizabeth Church in Tenaha, Texas. The family would like to thank Tenaha ISD administration and staff along with Harbor Hospice of Lufkin, Texas.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/27/2021
John Edward Smith, 57, of Shelbyville, Tx passed away on July 24 ,2021. Born on November 22, 1963, to Ira L. Smith and Juanita Faye Burgess.
Visitation will be held Thursday July 29, 2021, from 5:00PM to 7:00PM at Mangum Funeral Home Center, TX. Funeral Service will be Friday July 30, 2021, at 3:00PM at Mangum Funeral Home Center, TX. Interment to fallow at Wimberly Cemetery Shelbyville, TX.
John grew up in Hughes Spring, TX and attended Carthage High School. He loved fishing, hunting, camping, karaoke and spending time with family friends and grandkids.
Survived by:
Sons:
John Kolyn Smith
Justin Edward Smith
Daughters:
Amberly Dawn Smith
Carey Marie Smith Harris and Husband Adren
Brothers:
Douglas Ray Smith and wife Debbie
Ronnie Lynn Smith
Sister:
Judy Ann Curtis and husband David
Grandchildren:
Kayla
Aiden
Carli
Haven
Kolyn
Anthony
Justin
Stepson:
Kevin Paul Green
Preceded in death by Parents: Ira L. Smith and Juanita Faye Burgess, Daughter: Taresa Rachel Smith.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/27/2021
James Thomas Bailey, 79, of Center, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2021, in Center.
Graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 30, 2021, at Neuville Cemetery in the Neuville Community of Shelby County. Bro. Don Noble will officiate. Visitation will be held prior at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center, beginning at 8:45am.
Born January 23, 1942, James is the son of Caywood Bailey and Lona Bailey Bailey. He retired from the logging industry and enjoyed word finds and reading. James was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by:
Children:
Angela Cuello of China
Jamie Powell of China
Thomas Bailey of China
Numerous grandkids and great grandkids
Sister, Ethel Gee of Center
Niece, Debbie Luman of Center
Great-nieces:
Lindsay Huskey of Center
Leslie McGuire of Center
Special nephews:
Ricky Andrews
Todd Gee
Numerous other nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his parents, Caywood Bailey and Lona Bailey Bailey; brothers, George Bailey, Billy Earl Bailey, Herman “Dick” Bailey, and Edward Bailey; sisters, Rosine Andrews, Christine Waller, and Jetty Pearl.
Pallbearers will be James’ nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to assist with final expenses or Neuville Community Cemetery, 854 FM 2140, Center, Texas 75935.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/27/2021
Lewis Bermon “Red” Odom, 92, of Tenaha, passed away Sunday, July 25, 2021, in Tenaha.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Thursday, July 29, 2021, at Ramah Missionary Baptist Church in Tenaha with Bro. Keith Keele officiating. Masonic graveside to follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha.
Born February 1, 1929, in the Paxton Community of Shelby County, Red is the son of Eva Odom Harris. His hobbies included fishing and running a wrecker. He was the last living charter member of Tenaha Volunteer Fire Department, a member of Order of Eastern Star, and Tenaha Masonic Lodge #737. Red served as a deacon at Ramah Missionary Baptist Church in Tenaha.
He was the best husband, father, and grandfather that anyone could ask for as well as a friend. He lived a life full of love and will be forever remembered as a man of God. Red will be surely missed by everyone who knew him. He truly was a blessing to his peers.
He is survived by:
Son, Mark Odom (Reeca) of Tenaha
Daughter, Debrah Coker (Randy) of Athens
Grandchildren:
Bradley Odom of Huxley
Rainey Posey (David) of Athens
Matthew Odom (Sarah) of Jacksonville
Great-grandchildren:
Allison Odom of Huxley
Pandora Smith of Athens
Walker Posey of Athens
Also, numerous nieces and nephews
And a multitude of friends that he loved so.
Preceded in death by wife, Alice Marie Odom; son, David Wayne Odom; parents, Eva Harris; sister, Iva Dell Tyler; and brother, Melton Harris.
Pallbearers will be Tenaha Masonic Lodge #737.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/27/2021
Rosa Luna, 76, of Center, passed away Thursday, July 22, 2021, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, July 24, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with rosary service at 6:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Sunday, July 25, 2021, at St. Therese Catholic Church in Center. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born August 30, 1944, in Villa de Arriaga, S.L.P. Mexico, Rosa is the daughter of Catarino Montejano and Donaciana Muñoz. She loved flowers and taking care of all her grandbabies. Rosa was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church in Center.
She is survived by:
Husband, Antonio Luna
Children:
Dolores and husband Jesus Romero
Honorio Luna and wife Adriana
Francisca Luna and husband Mario Garcia
Jose Antonio Luna and wife Cecilia
Rosa and husband Ray Barbee
Leticia and husband Jorge Cordoba
Gabriela and husband Jose Gonzalez
Laura and husband Ben Blount
Aurora and husband Luis Cortez
Grandchildren:
Laura and husband Alejandro Rodriguez
Jessica Romero
Jahir Garcia
Alex Romero and boyfriend Patrick Sample
Christopher Luna
Veronica and husband Donald Scrimsher
Ivan Luna
Axel Luna
Jodi Blount
Joshua Barbee
Kathy Luna
Jorge Cordoba
Yarib Luna
Karen Cordoba
Alan Cortez
Benji Blount
Fatima Cortez
Miley Barbee
Giovanni Cortez
Great-grandchildren:
Damian and Sebastian Rodriguez
Natalie and Mia Schrimsher
Parents, Catarino Montejano and Donaciana Muñoz
Numerous brothers and sisters.
Preceded in death by son, Ramiro Luna; grandchild, Karla Cordoba; and brother, Jesus Montejano.
Pallbearers will be Jahir Garcia, Josh Barbee, Ivan Luna, Christopher Luna, Axel Luna, Alan Cortez, Jorge Cordoba, and Benji Blount.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/27/2021
Nettie A. Swindell, 76, of Nacogdoches, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021, in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, July 24, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with funeral service at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, July 25, 2021, at Watson & Sons Chapel. Bro. Paul Sevar will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born February 25, 1945, in Haslam, Nettie is the daughter of Larry L. Parker and Geneva Lorene Rich Parker. She worked in the banking industry for over thirty-five years. Her hobbies included gardening, traveling, arts and crafts, and spending time with her grandchildren who knew her as “Gaga”. Nettie was a member of First United Methodist Church in Joaquin and had recently joined Calvary Baptist Church in Nacogdoches.
She is survived by:
Daughter, Kandi Thompson and husband Mark of Nacogdoches
Grandchildren: Landon, Jordan, and Jenna Thompson of Nacogdoches
Granddog, Bailey
Sisters:
Helen Johnson of Pearland
Mary Swan and husband Wayne of Joaquin
Linda Parker of Joaquin
Vicky Spradley of Joaquin
Sisters-in-law:
Bettie Watson of Temple, Georgia
Judy Holt of Winona
Also, numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Preceded in death by husband, Jim Swindell; parents, Larry L. Parker and Geneva Lorene Rich Parker; brother, Clifton Parker, J.W. Parker, Jimmy Parker; and sister, Geneva Whitten.
Pallbearers will be Mark Thompson, Landon Thompson, Jordan Thompson, Nathan Hartman, Tim Bonner, and Wayne Swan.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Nacogdoches Medical Center and Hospice of East Texas for the excellent care and support provided.
Memorial donations can be made to Calvary Baptist Church in Nacogdoches or Hospice of East Texas.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/27/2021
Charles William “Bill” Langenbacher, 89, of Kirbyville, formerly of Timpson, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021, in Kirbyville.
Memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., Sunday, July 25, 2021, at First Baptist Church in Timpson.
Born February 26, 1932, in Tyrone, Pennsylvania, Bill is the son of Edgar L. Langenbacher and Rose Anna Caswell Langenbacher. He retired from the United States Air Force and went on to work in security for Pantex Nuclear Weapons. Bill was a member of First Baptist Church in Timpson.
He is survived by:
Wife, Gloria June Langenbacher of Kirbyville
Daughters:
Ruby Mosser
Sylvia Crecilius and husband Gary
Stepdaughter, Gloria Salvagio and husband Joseph
Stepson, Dan Swift
18 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
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