Obituaries
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
07/26/2021
Ricky Lynn Allen, 68, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, July 13 in Rusk, Texas. He was born on April 3, 1953 in Center, Texas to L.G. Allen, Jr and Billie Joy Allen.
A memorial service will be at First Baptist Church in Timpson tomorrow, July 27. Visitation will be from 1-2 and the service will start at 2pm with Bro. Tim Lovelady officiating.
Ricky grew up in Timpson, and spent most of his life in the area. He dedicated twenty-eight years of his life serving the State of Texas as a DPS officer and retired as a Lieutenant. He then went on to serve as Captain of the Deep East Texas Narcotics Task Force. After retiring from the state, Ricky served his local community as a Deputy, Lieutenant, and Captain for the Shelby County Sheriff Department, and most currently as Special Investigator for the Shelby County DA’s office.
Ricky enjoyed being outdoors, spending his days fishing, hunting, or playing golf. He had a contagious laugh and loved telling jokes. He was an attentive son, protective big brother, a fierce friend, and a loving father.
The most important thing to Ricky was his family, and he was surrounded by ones that loved him dearly.
He is survived by:
Mother: Billie Joy
Brother: Bradley Allen
Children:
Michael Allen
Jacob Allen
Katie Norman and Husband Clayton
Grandchildren:
Jordan Allen
Nicholas Allen
Marina Allen
Alanna Allen
Emery Norman
Ellison Norman
He is preceded in death by his beloved father, L.G. Allen.
07/26/2021
Dennis Ray Casper, 71, of Nacogdoches, Tx passed away on July 22, 2021. Born on June 1, 1950, in Nacogdoches, Texas to the late Thomas Jefferson and Barbara Jean (Lavender) Casper.
Funeral Service will be Friday, July 30, 2021, at 10:00AM at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas. Interment will follow at Restland Cemetery, Tenaha, Texas.
Dennis grew up and attended Nacogdoches High School and moved to Teneha Tx, in the 90s. He met his beloved wife in Nacogdoches and married October 22, 1982, his family knew him as “Bubba.” Dennis was a simple guy who was very friendly and loved talking to folks, he joined the Christian Motorcycle Association in 2010 and was also involved in the Piney Woods Peace Makers in Lufkin TX.
Survived by:
Brothers:
John Casper and wife Pat
Frank Casper and wife Tina
Sisters:
Linda Dasher
Geneva Reppond
Lillian Jones
Alma Butcher and husband Ricky
Numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by Parents: Thomas and Barbara Casper; Wife: Linda Casper; Brothers: Jack Casper and Clarence Casper.
Pall Bearers: Doug Casper, Jeff Casper, Ricky Butcher, James Smith, Wade Holland, David Shipman.
Honorary Pallbearers: Christian Motorcycle Association.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/24/2021
Prentice Ray "Ray Boy" Greer, 58 of Center, passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at a Dallas Hospital. He was born to Shirley Ruth Rushing and the late Prentice Greer.
Funeral service is at 1pm on Monday, July 26, 2021 at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center with Rev. Arthur Young officiating. Interment is at Westview Cemetery in Center.
He leaves to cherish his memories:
Mother, Shirley Ruth Rushing
Step-dad, Milton Fields
Brothers:
Donald Rushing of Houston
Quincy Thompson of Austin
Ronnie Greer of Milwaukee
Sisters:
Vickie Rushing of Center
Shirley Rucker of Center
Pearly Harris of Center
Lisa Carpenter (Eric) of Center
Alisson Young (Arthur) of Yazoo, Mississippi
Terri Capiti (Tommy) of Nacogdoches
A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
07/23/2021
Thomas Collins, Jr., 88, of Garrison, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2021, in Garrison, Texas. He was born on December 23, 1932, in Nacogdoches, Texas to the late Thomas, Sr. and Ruth (Thornton) Collins. Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM on Monday, July 26, 2021, at First Baptist Church, Garrison, Tx with Bro. Ben Richardson officiating. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Garrison.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM till 7:00 PM on Sunday, July 25, 2021, at Garrison Funeral Home.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.garrisonfh.net. Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, is in charge of arrangements.
07/23/2021
Rose Ann Rideout, 67, was born July 29, 1953 to Arlie and Eva (Hutto) Thompson in the Paxton Community of Shelby County. She passed away on July 17, 2021 at Ochsner LSU in Shreveport after a short illness. She went to school in Tenaha, graduating in the class of 1971.
Her wishes were to be cremated and a service is planned for Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. at Union Cross Missionary Baptist Church in Nacogdoches, TX, located at the intersection of CR 1638 (Old Tyler Road) and Loop 224 (Stallings Drive).
Rose Ann met and married her husband David while he was stationed at Barksdale AFB. After his discharge, the couple moved to Nacogdoches, TX. They would spend 49 years together.
Rose Ann was a dedicated wife and mother, raising her children in a Christian home. She was an accomplished seamstress and amazing quilter. She was a long-time member of the Nat Quilting Club. Her greatest joy was the time she spent with her two grandchildren. She will truly be missed by all her family and friends.
Rose Ann is survived by:
Husband, David Rideout of Nacogdoches. TX
Children:
Emily Rideout of Bossier City
Daniel Rideout of Shreveport
Grandchildren:
Ava Muslow
Aiden Rideout
Sisters:
Peggy Maxey of Zwolle, LA
Jo Warr of Center, TX
Winona Preston and John of Center, TX
Trudie Willis and Thomas of Diana, TX
Nora Robinson and Wade of Joaquin, TX
Ruby Everitt of Joaquin, TX
Sisters in law:
Linda Rideout of Henderson, KY
Debbie Carol and Larry of Henderson, KY
Brother-in-law:
Eli Rideout and Jane of Henderson, KY
A host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends
Preceded in death by her parents, in laws Earl and June Rideout, brothers Arlie Gene Thompson and Charlie B. Thompson.
07/22/2021
Audrey B Barbe, 79, of Center, Tx passed away on July 17 ,2021. Born on May 10, 1942, to Tom David Perritt and Lillie Mae Perritt in Tallulah LA.
She is survived by:
Husband, R E Barbe, Jr.
Stepdaughters:
Shirley Wiley
Peggy Kemp
Mary Way
Stacia Smith
Stepson, James Gregory Barbe
Brother, Earl Perritt
Special niece, Joy Parker
18 Grandchildren, 41 Great Grandchildren and 3 Great-Great Grandchildren.
Preceded in death by: Daughter, Glenda Sue Davidson; 2 Brother, Clarence Rogers and Jimmy Rogers; Grandson, Roy Wyatt Kemp.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/21/2021
Rick Lane Campbell passed away July 19, 2021. Born in Center to James and Mona Campbell on April 5, 1959, he attended school in Center, Texas and graduated from Center High School in 1977. Rick then attended Tyler Junior College and University of Texas, and graduated in 1981. He was on the Tyler Junior College tennis team, and was a member of Delta Upsilon Fraternity.
Visitation will be held at 1:30pm, Friday, July 23, 2021, at First Baptist Church in Center with funeral service starting at 3:00pm. Bro. Rick Gage, Bro. Marlin Cloudy, and Bro. Rusty Hall will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery in Center.
Rick was involved in many organizations, including: Shelby Savings Bank, where he served as a director, and later a Chairman of the Board of Directors; Trustee for Center ISD; Shelby County Beef committee; Director for the Shelby County Appraisal District; Chairman of the Bonehill Foundation; District Chairman and State Delegate for Ducks Unlimited; President of the Board of Directors of Shelby County Chamber of Commerce; Multiple leadership roles including Vice Chairman of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Area Go Texan Committee; President of Center Rotary Club; Director of Sheriff’s Posse; Life member of the University of Texas; Member of the Poultry Festival Steering Committee; Member of the Shelby County Delegation for Shelby County Day in Austin; Member of Sharon Temple of Tyler; Member of Sam Samford Lodge #149 in Center; Member of First Baptist Church of Center; attended First United Methodist Church of Center; Steward Committee; and 27 years as a Center Volunteer Firefighter.
Rick received numerous honors and awards, including: Alumni of the Year of Tyler Junior College; Conservation Service Award for Ducks Unlimited; Rotarian of the Year; Friend of 4-H Award; Honorary Chapter FFA Degree; Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Young Citizen of the Year and the Distinguished Service Award
Rick owned the Center Livestock Company with his father, and owned and worked cattle his entire life. He was the founder of Portacool and was quoted as saying, “I never dreamed I would get to do the things I’ve done because of Portacool. I’m a seventh generation Center kid. I wouldn’t imagine living anywhere but right here. Because of this company, I got to drive an Indy car, and dance with Ashley Judd. It was stressful at times, but a totally unbelievable ride.” After selling Portacool, Rick was honored to serve as the Shelby County Judge.
He devoted his life to helping those in need and providing encouragement to the brokenhearted. He generously donated to many charities and organizations, even building several new churches in the East Texas area. While he is known for many things, he is best known for always being willing to help people. Rick loved to duck hunt, deer hunt, golf, spend time with his friends, and he loved Shelby County, Texas. Most of all, however, Rick loved and adored his family. He cherished every member of his family, and extended family. The names he treasured the most were Dad and Papaw. He will be missed greatly by his family, and his numerous friends.
He is survived by:
Wife, Katrina Campbell
Children:
Brooke Lane and husband Brad
Ashton Campbell
Grandchildren:
Vivienne Lane and Evangeline Lane
Step-children:
Emily Still and husband Casey
Ellie Walker
Dean Walker
Dane Walker
Father, James Campbell
Sister, Angela Koonce and husband David
Brother-in-law, Stephen Gamble
Niece, Michelle Permenter and friend Julianne Horst
Nephews:
Cameron McElroy
Collin McElroy and wife Hillary
Great-nephews:
Ethan McElroy
Campbell Beck
Connor McElroy
Tucker McElroy
Great-niece, Olivia Jamie McElroy
Preceded in death by his mother, Mona Jones Campbell, and his sister, Jamie Campbell Gamble.
Pallbearers will be Miguel Casteneda, Nick Waters, Randy Floyd, Roy Blackshear, Rick Shires, Robert Poffinbarger, Bill Lloyd, and Clint Tanner. Honorary pallbearers will be Ashton Campbell, Brad Lane, Cameron McElroy, Collin McElroy, Yazoo Thomas, the Board of Directors of Shelby Savings Bank, the Shelby County Cookers, and the Function Boys.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to a church or charity of choice.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/20/2021
Brenda Joyce York, 65 of Center, passed away Sunday, July 4, 2021, in Center.
Brenda’s wishes were to be cremated, and a memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 24, 2021, at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha..
Born October 26, 1955, in Center, Brenda is the daughter of the late Eddie Dalton Smith, Sr. and Edith Hammer Smith. She worked as a cashier. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Port Neches.
She is survived by:
Husband, Robert York of Center
Daughters:
Candy Rhodes of Center
Connie Bowman and husband Bryan of Virginia
Katelyn York of Center
Sons:
Corey York and wife Laela of Center
Charles Allan Railey of Center
Sisters:
Marie Perry and husband Harry of Joaquin
Denice Dement and husband Ray of Crosby
Linda Parr of Bastrop
Penny Smith of Center
Brothers:
Jimmy Smith of Oklahoma
Dalton Smith and wife Diane of Center
She is preceded in death by her parents, Eddie Dalton Smith, Sr. and Edith Hammer Smith; brothers, Ricky Smith and Rocky Smith; and sister, Donnie Rowan.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
07/20/2021
Yvonne "Jerri" Banister Lafitte, 82, of Joaquin, Texas departed this life July 18, 2021 after a two year battle with cancer. She was born in Joaquin, Texas in 1939 on the Segler Family Farm. She was raised by her grandparents, James "Jim" Wiley Segler and Bettie Ferdie Segler after losing her mother, Yvonne Segler Banister just weeks after her birth. Though she did not live with her father, John Terrell Banister, he remained a part of her life up until his death in 1988.
She attended Jackson school and missed it greatly after it closed because the students were merged with Joaquin school. She had fond memories of growing up on the Segler farm and studied the genealogy of its ancestors and their trip by oxen and wagon to start a life in East Texas.
She was preceded in death by her dear husband, Albert Henry Lafitte of Logansport, La. She first met her husband at a Logansport football game and they talked at a football after party. He left Logansport the next day to serve in the Korean War but wrote often and visited her while on leave. Later they both married and had three children together.
Yvonne enjoyed being a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, a charitable fraternity, for over 30 years. She was proud to have served at Victory Chapter 130 in Shreveport, La., Joaquin Chapter 903 in Joaquin, Tx and Center Chapter 348 in Center, Tx. Of many things she enjoyed about Eastern Star she enjoyed the fellowship with others in the organization the most.
She enjoyed motherhood and being there for her children - often remembering how her own mother was unable to be there for her growing up. Her children have many fond memories of her and of her fun loving ways. She will be sorely missed.
Yvonne was preceded in death by her husband Albert Henry Lafitte, parents John T. Banister, Sr. and Yvonne Segler Banister. Grandparents James "Jim" Wiley Segler and Bettie Ferdie Duke Segler. Infant son John Clinton Lafitte and Sister Gloria Jean Banister Davis Shumway.
She is survived by:
Children:
James "Jim" H. Lafitte and wife Linda of Bossier City, La.
Susan Lafitte Watkins and husband Michael of Joaquin, Tx.
Grandchildren:
James Albert Lafitte of Shreveport, La.
Brian Litton of Bossier City, La.
Brothers:
John Terrell Banister, Jr. and wife Mary of Delta, Pa.
Jack Boyd Banister of Houston, Tx.
As well as two nieces:
Janet Davis Lopez of Oktaha, Ok.
Jill Davis of Tahlequah, Ok.
Visitation will be at Watson and Sons funeral home in Center, TX from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Friday, July 23. Following visitation will be a graveside service at Pineridge Cemetery on County Road 3000 in Joaquin. Elder James Travis Rodgers will officiate.
A special thank you to Katherine Brame of Logansport Clinic and Dr. Gary Burton, Dr. Ramadas Poornima and the loving personnel of the Desoto Regional Cancer Center and hospital staff. As well as the Willis Knighton North team that helped us through this journey. Also, Affinity Hospice and their wonderful staff.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/19/2021
Betty Jo Groom, age 92, of San Augustine passed away Saturday, July 17, 2021, at Colonial Pines Healthcare Center in San Augustine.
Mrs. Groom was born December 30, 1928, in Pt. Arthur, Texas to parents Minnie (Henry) and Hilton Briggs. She was a longtime resident of Pt. Neches before moving to San Augustine County several years ago. She retired from Bruce Hardwood Company and had also worked as a waitress and laundromat attendant. She was a member of the Methodist church and enjoyed taking care of her cats and animals.Survivors by:
Step-daughter Elsie Romero and her husband James Richard of Orange, Texas
Granddaughters:
Julie Fuller of Orange, Texas
Leigh Ann Romero of Austin, Texas
Great-grandson:
Tristan Fuller of Orange, Texas
Great-granddaughter:
Riley Fuller of Orange, Texas.
In addition to her parents, Minnie (Henry) and Hilton Briggs, she was preceded in death by her husband, Eric J. "E.J." Groom, in 2010.
Visitation will be held from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home.
Graveside services are set for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at Thomas Cemetery, located on County Road 274, off Hwy. 21 west of San Augustine. with Rev. Tim Turner officiating.
Visit www.WymanRobertsFuneralHome.com for memories and condolences.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine.
07/19/2021
Walter Chambers Peddy Jr. of Tenaha, Tx. passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2021, at the age of 95.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at Watson and Sons Funeral Home from 5:00 to 6:00 for the family, and 6:00 – 8:00 for public viewing by friends and neighbors.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 am on Thursday, July 22, 2021, at the United Methodist Church of Tenaha. Burial will follow in Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha.
Walter was born on July 26, 1925, in Ralls, Tx. He was the son of Walter C Peddy Sr and Ollie Lee Pou Peddy. He grew up in the Methodist church of Tenaha and raised his own family in the same church that he attended his whole life.
In January of 1943, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served in four naval campaigns during World War II. He was very proud of his service to his country and was honorably discharged in April of 1946.
He came home from his service to his country, and married the love of his life, Dorothy Jean Chambers, on September 29, 1947, and they enjoyed a long marriage of 73 years.
During his life time, he owned and operated Peddy’s Tailor Shop in the mid 1940’s and also tried his hand at operating the picture show theatre in Joaquin, TX. He became a telephone lineman for the local telephone exchange and found his calling. He did this for several years and then bought and operated Tri-County Telephone Company in Garrison, Texas, until he retired.
Walter was very active in his community and served as a Tenaha ISD Board of Trustee for several years. He supported his Tenaha Tigers and was an active member of the Tenaha Quarterback Club. He was also a member of the VFW, Post 5620, of Carthage, TX. Walter was also a very active supporter of his church.
After retirement, he was very blessed to be able to travel extensively and to enjoy his hobbies of RV’ing and fishing. In his later years, he loved to read and took great enjoyment in watching his grandchildren and great grandchildren as they participated in different activities.
He is survived by:
Wife of 73 years, Dorothy Jean Chambers Peddy of Tenaha, TX.
Children:
Cynthia Adkins of Clear Lake, Tx.
Cathy Moore of Tenaha, TX.
George Peddy (wife Karen) of Garrison, TX.
Karen Peddy of Kingwood, TX.
Grandchildren:
Scott Moore and wife, Deanna, of Longview, TX
Dr. Walter Jarmon Peddy and wife, Amanda, of Garrison, TX.
Kim Morris and husband, Mike, of Corinth, TX.
Amanda Alba of Friendswood, TX.
Joshua Adkins and wife, Gurjeet, of Friendswood, TX.
Megan Broussard and husband, Nick, of Friendswood, TX.
15 great-grandchildren along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Walter C. Peddy Sr and Ollie Lee Pou Peddy
Brothers: Jennings and wife, Helen, Peddy; Julian Lee and wife, Faye Peddy
Sisters: Inez and husband, Lewis Pool; Agnes and husband, Ben, Parker
Daughter-in-Law: Pam Peddy
Son-in-Law: John Moore
Grandson: Bradley Morris
Pallbearers will be Scott Moore, Dr. Walter J Peddy, Joshua Adkins, Robert W. Peddy, Talmadge Hargraves, Carl A. Hargraves, Landon Peddy, and Hayden Peddy.
The family would like to thank Jo Ann Dodson for the wonderful and loving care she provided for our Dad during his last years.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/19/2021
Carmen Johnson, age 56, of San Antonio, Texas passed away on Thursday, July 08, 2021 at Northeast Methodist Hospital in Live Oak, Texas. DOB: 12/31/1964 - DOD: 07/08/ 2021
Funeral Service
Saturday, July 24, 2021
1:00 p.m.
Roberts Baptist Church
Interment: Mt. Zion Cemetery
Rev. Orvin Garrett, Officiating
Visitation
Survivors:
Husband:
James Johnson of San Antonio, Texas
Brother:
Kenneth Moore of Houston, Texas
As well as a host of other relatives and friends.
07/19/2021
Jewel Pier, age 67, of San Augustine, Texas passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2021 at UT Tyler Hospital in Tyler, Texas.
DOB: 1/28/1954 - DOD: 07/17/ 2021
Funeral Service
Are pending at this time.
07/16/2021
Keith Socia - On Tuesday, July 13, 2021 East Texas lost a good man. Keith Socia, 59, passed peacefully at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Keith was born November 29, 1961 in Center, Texas to Jimmy and Faye (Ramsey) Socia.
He grew up one of five children and stories of their childhood always bring on the kind of laughter that makes your belly hurt. Keith met Vicki when he was 33 and told her he would never forget the day he saw her singing in church wearing “that” red dress knowing then he had to get to know her. Keith and Vicki spent the next 25 years growing a business, raising a family, and always looking for ways to positively impact their community through ministry and outreach. Keith especially loved his horses and the years he and Nathan spent riding, roping, and rodeoing.
Keith was the kind of guy you wanted in your corner and knew you could depend on. He was selfless and put others first, both in business and in his personal life. He would share his personal testimony of redemption and how the Lord completely turned his life around with anyone who would listen (plenty who didn’t want to listen, too) and because of this led many to Christ while serving as an inspiration to the miracles of which the Lord is capable. Keith’s battle with cancer began in 2016, but the diagnosis did not slow him down. He took every opportunity he could to allow God to work a miracle in his life and trusted God’s plan every step of the way. When he realized recently the miracle wouldn’t be his own gift of life, he told Vicki “there is still a miracle that will happen because of this, you wait and see”.
Survivors by:
Wife of 25 years, Vicki Burns Socia of Nacogdoches
Children and their spouses:
Vanessa and David Whitehead of Nacogdoches
Marcus and Lauren Williams of North Carolina
Shea Williams of Spring
Nathan and Abram Socia of Lufkin
Grandchildren:
Dillon Roe
Trevor Whitehead
Gracie Whitehead
Savannah Whitehead
Caitlyn Whitehead
Remington Whitehead
Andrew Williams
Naomi William
Parents:
Jimmy and Faye Socia of Nacogdoches
Siblings:
Ricky Socia of Nacogdoches
Penny and Paul Cain of Carthage
Donna and Mark Seegers of Dallas
Rodney and Brandy Socia of Carthage
And numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers will be Ricky Socia, Rodney Socia, Paul Cain, Blake Socia, Chance Socia, and David Whitehead.
The Memorial Celebration for Keith will be held Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Timber Creek Church in Lufkin with Chet Strain officiating. Interment will follow in the Harmony Cemetery in Nacogdoches.
The family will welcome friends and loved ones from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday evening at Carroway Funeral Home.
Memories and condolences may be added at www.carrowayfuneralhome.com.
Carroway Funeral Home, Lufkin, directors.
07/16/2021
Anthony O'Neal Jones, Sr., 54 of Center passed away Friday, July 9, 2021 at a Dallas hospital.
Visitation will be Friday, July 16, 2021 from 6pm until 8pm.
Services are Saturday, July 17, 2021 11am at Center Triumph Church. Interment will follow at Thompson Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Bishop Howard Cloudy, Sr. will be officiating.
Anthony attended school in Center. He worked at Holly Farms for a period of time, as well as Fuller Construction. Anthony had great skills as a carpenter - remodeling homes and plumbing. He loved his family with all his heart. Anthony's famous words were "God got me."
He leaves to cherish his memories:
Mother, Earlene McDaniel of Center
Step-mom, Lucille Jones of Garrison
Children and grandchildren:
Jeffery Ware (Tommy III, Gabriella, Emerii) of Ft. Worth
Antwon Davis and wife Jaleesa (Jaquan, Antwon Jr., Amarian) of San Augustine
Jamont Collins (Kaleb) of of Center
Mekaylen Jones (LaRodney)
Anthony Jones Jr. of Nacogdoches
Siblings:
Elizabeth Valentine (Robert) of Shreveport
Roy Andrews (Cynthia) of San Antonio
Earnestine Patton (Elton) of The Colony
Onetta Eaden of Lewisville
Essie Daniel
Twyiana Davis of Nacogdoches
Ernest Bailey (Dorothy) of Nacogdoches
Calvin Calhoun (Rachel) of Nacogdoches
Danny Brown (Vernice) of Center
Sandra Dee Richards (Robert Sr.) of Center
Sandra Dean Chumbley (Anthony) of Center
Mary Barnes of Center
O'Neal Jones Jr,. of Center
Shya Stansberry of Center
Deloris Johnson of Center
Jerry Bell of Center
Jimmy Watts of Center
Damien Jones (Neisha) of Conroe
Aunt, Geraldine Watts of Houston
Very Special friend, Ladetria Caldwell (Anthony, Laquita) of Dallas
He was preceded in death by: his father, O'Neal Jones Sr.; sisters, Tammy Jones and Mary Alice Moore; brothers, Larry Wayne Jones and Rodney O'Neal Jones; son, LaRondy Jones.
07/15/2021
James Ray Grimsley, 78, of Tenaha, passed away Wednesday, July 14, 2021, in Kaufman.
Graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 23, 2021, at Old Tennessee Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born February 24, 1943, James is the son of A.D. Grimsley and Camilla Hall Grimsley. He served in the United States Marine Corps and later became a maintenance supervisor for Tenaha Housing Authority. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, and golfing. James was a lifetime member of Tenaha Athletic Boosters.
Survived by:
Children:
Anthony Grimsley (Diana)
Brenda Thompson
Nancy Grimsley
Dawn Faust (Charles)
Michelle Grimsley
Grandchildren:
Karol Ann
Andrea (Kyle)
Michael (Melissa)
David Thompson
Josh
Shawna
Jeramy
Kathryn Noe (Chris)
Elizabeth, Randell
Terell
Alyssa
Great-grandchildren:
Perri
Levi
Luke
Jacey
Christopher
Rayleigh
Viktor
Maya
Charles
Siblings:
Margaret Bowlin
Nancy Keller
Sissy Vanover (Jim)
Forest Crawford (Sherry)
Preceded in death by great-granddaughter, Ava; parents, A.D. Grimsley and Camilla Hall Crawford; siblings, Mary Hansen, J.L. Grimsley, Francis McDaniel, and Bill Grimsley.
The family requests donations be made to Local Veterans Organizations.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
July 15, 2021
Sue Daugherty, 71, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, July 15, 2021, in Monroe, Louisiana.
A graveside service will be held Noon, Monday, July 19, 2021, at Northwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Keithville, Louisiana. Visitation will be held 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, July 18, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Born August 10, 1949, in Logansport, Louisiana, Sue is the daughter of Edith and Joseph Alford.
Survived by:
Husband, Pat Daugherty
Sons:
Richard Daugherty
Russell Daugherty
Grandchildren:
Rudy
Madilyn
Reddix Daugherty
Sisters:
Kay Harvey
Sherry Holmes
Brother: Johnny Alford
Preceded in death by her parents, Edith and Joseph Alford.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/15/2021
Terry Lynn Rice, 75, of Longview, TX passed away Tuesday, the 13th in Longview. She was born May 28th, 1946, in Center, TX to the late Hunter and Clara (Warren) Bradshaw.
She was a member of Alpine Church of Christ for numerous years. Terry graduated from Center High School in 1964 and for the last 36 years has owned and managed The Flower Peddler Florist in Longview.
Survived by:
Daughter: Tammy Rice and her husband Danny of Longview
Stepdaughter: Susan Jenkins and her husband LeRoy of Clinton, TN
Sister: Brenda Dean and her husband Bobby of Center, TX
Grandchildren:
Amber Barber and her husband Jeremy of Longview
Ashley Bridwell of Longview, TX
Alicia LaCoste and her husband Craig of Gray, LA
Michelle Thompson of Clinton, TN
Great-Grandchildren:
Lauren LaCoste and her fiancée Ryan of Monroe, LA
Desiree Thompson of Clinton, TN
Alyvia Barber of Longview, TX
Aubrey Barber of Longview, TX
Terry was preceded in death by her husband, Loyd Rice and parents, Hunter, and Clara Bradshaw.
Funeral services will be 10am, Friday, July 16, 2021, at Alpine Church of Christ in Longview with visitation starting at 9am to service time at the church. Burial will follow in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Center, TX at 2pm. Arrangements are under the care of Rader Funeral Home of Longview. An online memorial book may be signed at www.raderfh.com
07/15/2021
James Rogers Yarborough, 75, of Center, passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2021, in Longview.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, July 15, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Per his wishes, he will be cremated.
Born October 9, 1945, in Center, Rogers is the son of William Alexander Yarborough and T9C Prince Yarborough. He worked as a crane operator for Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad for 35 years. His hobbies included tinkering with lawnmowers and spending time with his grandchildren. Rogers was a member of Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149 and First Baptist Church in Center.
He is survived by:
Wife of 56 years, Sandra Yarborough of Center
Daughters:
Vanessa Caudle and husband Terry of Carthage
Denise McCauley of Dallas
Feather Andrusick and husband David of Center
Grandchildren:
Jeff Massey and Ryli
Kindle Parrish and Will
Jack Massey and Katie
Holden Massey
Jessye Massey
Chris Massey
Devin McCauley
Autum Andrusick
Aubre Andrusick
6 Great-grandchildren
Sister, Retha Mize of Tenaha
Brothers:
Drennon Yarborough and wife Betty of Arizona
Joe Yarborough and wife Jackie of Center
Sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law:
Ann Yarborough
Gayle and Emmett Harvey
Billy Ballard
Also, numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Preceded in death by parents, William Alexander Yarborough and T9C Prince Yarborough; brothers, Waymon, Pug, Charles, Alvin, and Billy; sisters-in-law, Virginia Yarborough, Lenora Yarborough, Peggy Yarborough, and Debbie Ballard; brother-in-law, James Mize, Ronnie Ballard; and father-in-law, Billy Ballard.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
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