Shelby County Today

06/17/2020

Lula B. Lacy, age 103, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2020. She was born September 19, 1916.

Graveside service is scheduled for Friday, June 19, 2020, at 11am at St. Luke’s Cemetery, San Augustine, TX with Pastor Herman Scott, as Eulogist. Visitation will begin on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 3pm until 7pm at Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Drive, Nacogdoches, TX. Burial will be in St. Luke’s Cemetery, San Augustine, TX.

She leaves to cherish her memories:

Sons: W.C., Willie Jr., James (Glenda) all of Beaumont, and Joe of Tyler

Daughters: Mary, Margret, and Georgia of San Augustine, TX

Sisters:
Mildred Burrell of San Augustine
Clara Cartwright of Maryland

She also leaves to cherish five generations.

Service are entrusted to Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Drive, Nacogdoches, TX 75961. (936) 564-4351.

06/16/2020

Billy Ray Collum, 79, of Joaquin, TX passed away on June 6, 2020 in a Nacogdoches hospital. He was born August 29, 1940 in Center, TX to P. A. Collum and Vertie Holt Collum. His wishes were to be cremated and graveside services will be held at 4:00 Saturday June 20, 2020 at Campti Methodist Cemetery with Robert Ortigo, Sr. officiating. 

He is survived by: 
His loving wife of almost 60 years, Deanna Collum 

Son: Donnie Collum of Shelbyville

Daughter: Donna Jamison & husband Todd Jamison of Center

Grandchildren: 
Danbert Collum and Kelsey Owens of Joaquin
Krista Collum Warren and husband, Michael of Center
Leigh Martin and wife Whitney of Houston
Javey Jamison and wife, Jamie, of Center
Lance Jamison and wife, Tiffany, of Center

Numerous great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter

Brother: Jack Collum and wife, Frances, of Shreveport, LA 

Billy was preceded in death by a son, Robert Collum, brother Jerry Collum, sister, Vernell Goings and husband W. J. Goings, parents P. A. Collum and Vertie Collum, and in-laws Elmo and Marie Cross. Memorials may be made to Campti Methodist Cemetery Fund and mailed to 579 CR 2010, Center, TX. 

06/16/2020

Jerry Polk of Center, TX, age 65 passed away on June 14, 2020 at Hospice of East Texas in Tyler, TX 

Survivors include:
Mother: Annie Berry of Center, Step-Father John Berry of Pineland

Children: 
Son: Lee Polk of Nacogdoches

Daughters: 
Rosundra Polk of Nacogdoches
Tashekiah Polk of Nacogdoches

12 grandchildren

6 great-grandchildren

Sisters:
Linda Black (Melvin) of Center
Fannie Smith (Michael) of Center
Rita Williams (Dion) of Center
Pamela Suell (Marion) of Shelbyville

Brothers: Gene Polk (Valerie) of Pineland
Jeremy Berry of Pineland, TX

He is preceded in death by Benita Ratcliff, Janice Polk, and John Alton Polk.

Service entrusted to his family of professionals at Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Drive, Nacogdoches, TX 75961. (936) 564-4351

06/14/2020

William Morris Jeffress, 90, of Gary, Texas passed away on June 13, 2020, surrounded by loved ones at his home.  He was born on January 18, 1930, in the Murvaul Community, Panola County, to the late William Jewel “Buddy” Jeffress and Naomi Haynes Jeffress. Morris was a” jack of all trades”, he was a truck driver, welder, diesel mechanic and above all a servant of the Lord. He was a deacon of the Antelope Valley Baptist Church in Gillette, Wyoming until he moved back home to Texas, where he became a member of the First Baptist Church of Tenaha. He loved to hunt, fish and witness to others of God’s love.

He is survived by:

His loving wife, Angie Jeffress, who never left his side 

Son, Larry Jeffress and wife Judy of Ariel, Washington

Daughter, Deborah Jackson of Tenaha, Texas

Grandchildren:
Sara Saxton and husband Gage of Palmer, Alaska
Kayla Jeffres of Ellensburg, Washington
David Fenton and wife Carrie of Milsboro, Virgina
Arin Fenton of Tenaha, Texas
Serena Jeffress of Gillette, Wyoming
William “Buddy” Jeffress of Gillette, Wyoming

Numerous Great-Grandchildren

Stepdaughters:
Willma Rae Elder of Nacogdoches, Texas
Angie Spurlock of Springfield, Missouri
Serita Porter and husband George of Corpus Christi, Texas

Stepsons:
David Fountain of Joaquin, Texas
Bryant Fountain and wife Patricia of Tenaha, Texas
Johnny Fountain and wife Brandy of Henderson, Texas
Raymond Fountain and wife Jody of Center, Texas
Lawrence Fountain of Tenaha, Texas

Brother, Ted Jeffress and wife Teri of Gillette, Wyoming

Sisters:
Yvonne Pierce of Gary, Texas
Gladys Essery of Carthage, Texas
Norma Jean “Jeannie” Sims and husband James of Hughes Springs

Special friend Larry Terry and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Troy is preceded in death by his wife, Wilma Jeffress; Parents, Son Gary Lynn Jeffress; Brothers: Wink Jeffress, Ronald Jeffress and Donald Jeffress; Sister: Marry Ann Gooch: Son-in-law: James “Bulldog” Jackson.

Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements and there will be a celebration of his life at a later date. 

The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff of Pine Grove Nursing Home and Affinity Hospice for their devoted and loving care.

To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.mangumfh.net.

06/10/2020

W.N. Bill Hairgrove, 75, of Timpson, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020, in Timpson.

Visitation will be held from 5pm to 7pm, Thursday, June 11, 2020, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10am, Friday, June 12, 2020, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Dock Lazarine officiating. Interment will follow at Buena Vista Cemetery in Timpson.

Mr. Hairgrove was born December 14, 1944, in Center, to W.N. Hairgrove and Pearl Burns Hairgrove. He was a member of the PRCA from 1979 to 1983, LRA from 1964 to 1979, and USTRC from 1999 to present. Mr. Hairgrove was also a member of Timpson Masonic Lodge #437 and Buena Vista Missionary Baptist Church in Timpson.

He is survived by:

Wife, Rita Peace Metcalf Hairgrove of Timpson

Sons:
Tom Hairgrove and wife Paige of Center
Burt Hairgrove and wife Melissa of Nacogdoches
Kaleb Metcalf and wife Melissa of Frederick, Colorado

Grandchildren:
Tyler Petry and wife Nicole of Center
Aaron Hairgrove of Nacogdoches
Lexie, Cameron, and Cason Metcalf all of Frederick, Colorado

Great-grandson, Andy Petry

Sister, Frances McIntyre and husband Dudley of Timpson

Mother-in-law, Pat Peace

Sisters-in-laws:
Glenda Ray and husband Alan
Jan Allen and husband Terry

Brother-in-law, Roy Peace and wife Sharon

Numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his wife of 35 years, Gail Hairgrove; parents, W.N. Hairgrove and Pearl Burns Hairgrove; brothers, James Edward Hairgrove, Van Hairgrove, and Franklin Hairgrove; sisters, Wilma Culp and Jo Nell Young; nephews, Ron Hairgrove, Billy Van Hairgrove, and Randy Hairgrove; father-in-law, Monk Peace.

Pallbearers will be Vaughn Turner, Brian Stephenson, Roy Peace, Boo Klein, J.D. Barkley, and Tyler Petry. Honorary pallbearers will be Caddell Stephenson, Alan Johnson, J.T. Rhodes, and Brian Sample.

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

06/09/2020

Ethel Elaine Billingsley Amos, 87, of Timpson, Texas entered Heaven’s Gates on Sunday, June 7, 2020. We imagine her running through those gates without her wheelchair and with both arms raised high. She was born in Timpson, Texas on December 27, 1932, and graduated from Timpson High School in 1950. Elaine married her high school sweetheart, Donald Amos, on June 25, 1950, and will celebrate their 70th year of marriage together. They will have never missed an anniversary apart.
 
Whether it was the family run grocery store, Amos Foods, or the Ace Hardware store they opened in Timpson, Elaine loved to help run all the business adventures in their lifetime. She loved opening “her side of the store” filling it with unique gifts for any occasion. After selling their hardware store, she continued working at Bussey Drug until her retirement. Her pastimes were painting, playing the piano, traveling, and the love for her family. She had a matter of fact approach and honesty that everyone loved and admired. Her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren were her pride and joy, telling about their accomplishments to anyone who would listen.

A Lifetime member of Woodland Christian Church, on Sundays past, you could find her at the piano while her love Don led the song service. 

Elaine was proceeded in this life by her loving husband, Donald E. Amos. Her parents, Travis and Oris Billingsley; a beloved Grandson, Don Travis Harris; Sister, Edith Cross and Brother, Edgar Billingsley.

She is survived by:

Daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Rick Harris of Highlands Ranch, Colorado

Son and daughter-in-law, David and Patricia Amos of Nacogdoches, Texas

Son and daughter-in-law, Dan and Julie Amos of Roanoke, Texas

Daughter and son-in-law, Dari and Drew Pierce of Lufkin, Texas

Brother-in-law, Tom Amos and wife, Betty of Timpson, Texas

Sister-in-laws:
Lou Nell Billingsley of Timpson, Texas
Iris Amos of Timpson, Texas

Grandchildren:
Ryan Harris and wife Micheala
Lindsey Amos
Melissa Harris
Davis Pierce
Dayli Pierce

Great-grandchildren: William, Lydia, Micah and River Harris

A multitude of nephews and nieces who she held dear to her heart.

Pallbearers include Stanley Amos, Stephen Amos, Tim Amos, Terry Amos, Ryan Harris, Drew Pierce, and Davis Pierce.

The family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Cengiz Satir for his years of caring for her, always being so supportive. The entire staff of Garrison Nursing Home, for showing love to our mom that was evident in every way. From those who cared for her physically and those who cared for her from their offices, which she rolled herself into for visits. She loved so many of you, and we know you loved her. Ebony Wallace, for always being willing to help us care for mom both inside and outside the Nursing Home. She attended many events because of your help. Accolade Hospice, thank you for caring for her over the past years in such a loving way. Your team made a difference, and she loved seeing each of your faces when you came to her room.

Services for Mrs. Amos will be held Thursday, June 11th @ 2pm at Laird Funeral Home in Nacogdoches with graveside to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery in Timpson. Due to the current COVID situation, social distancing will be observed and governmental guidelines followed. The family would like to convey full understanding to our friends and family that may feel they cannot or should not attend. We welcome and appreciate your thoughts and prayers during this time.

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.

06/04/2020

Terry Lynn Adkison, Sr., 65, of Center, Texas passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2020.

Terry was born in Big Spring, Texas on June 9, 1954 to Hollis Adkison and Myrtle Minyard Adkison. He worked as a truck driver in the logging industry.

He is survived by:

Wife, Jeannie Adkison of Center

Sons:
Terry Adkison, Jr. and wife, Brandy, of Center
Colby Adkison and wife, Brandi, of Center
Jeff Hopson of Scrappin Valley
Richard Hopson and wife, Amanda, of Georgia
Scottie Moore of Beaumont

Daughters
Taja Harvey and husband, Kenneth of Huxley
Bridgette Hopson and fiancé, Rick McWilliams, of Center
Heather Perez and husband, Pedro, of Beaumont

Brother, Howell Adkison and wife, Pam, of Center

Sister, Shirley DiVerdi and husband, Vince, of Center

Grandchildren:
Ethan Adkison and fiancé, Carly, of Joaquin of Center
Courtney Adkison of Center
Chase Adkison of Center
Paige Adkison of Center
Brandon Hopson of Florida
Hope Hopson of Scrappin’ Valley
Jacob Hopson of Scrappin’ Valley
Ryan Hopson of Scrappin’ Valley
Logan Hopson of Scrappin’ Valley
Peyton Sanford of Georgia
Kynley Stone of Georgia
Tasia Stone of Georgia
Cory Moore of Martinsville
Ashton Moore of Joaquin
Dillon Moore of Joaquin
Blake Harvey of Huxley
Justin Harvey of Huxley
Kenley Harvey of Huxley
Eric Rogers and wife, Tyler, of Joaquin
Shaun Rogers and wife, Mallory, of Joaquin
Arianna Rogers of Center

Great-grandchildren: Baby Adkison due December 2020, Karter Turner, S. J. Turner of Center, Baby Sanford due December 2020, Brylee Rogers of Joaquin, Diesel Rogers due July 2020, and Kutter, Kallan, and Karter Rogers of Joaquin.

Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Hollis and Myrtle Adkison; sister, Sharon Adkison; and brothers, Stevie Adkison and James Adkison.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Friday, June 5, 2020 at Starr Funeral Home, 510 Starr Street, Hemphill, Texas.

Funeral services will begin at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 6, 2020 at Starr Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Pat Jacks and Bro. Danny Bentsen officiating.

Burial will follow services in Springhill Cemetery with grandsons, Eric Rogers, Shaun Rogers, Chase Adkison, Ethan Adkison, Blake Harvey and Jacob Hopson serving as pallbearers.

Condolences can be made and guest book can be signed at starrfuneralhome.com.

05/29/2020

Robert Wayne Belrose Sr., 89, of Center, TX passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 28, 2020. 

Robert was born in Center, TX on May 22, 1931 to Cecil Emmitt Belrose and Vena Mae (Willoughby) Belrose. 

One of four sons, Robert grew up a true Texan with a deep appreciation for family, good southern values, and God. Robert was lucky enough to have spent 60 years married to the love of his life, Martha Ruth (Green) Belrose, whom he loved until the day he joined her in heaven. Robert proudly retired from Texaco after a fulfilling career to return to school to be a gunsmith in his later years. His love of fabrication and collecting all types of firearms was something he often talked about; Robert even taught his grandkids about his love of guns, spending time with each of them teaching them to shoot. Over the course of his 89 years, Robert spent many days and weekends hunting for treasures and searching flea markets for everything from costume jewelry for Martha to older firearms in need of his loving attention. As it might be expected, Robert also loved hunting and spending time outdoors. Pine Grove Nursing Home was Robert’s home in his last few years, and the nurses and residents loved Robert for all his good humor and funny antics. As he got older, a deep love for gardening and flower gardens developed and he spent many happy hours working in the yard and flower boxes with his favorite great-niece Amy. During his time at Pine Grove, Robert looked forward to the visits he got from family; Jimmy, Kim and Amy especially were frequent and welcome visitors. A loving husband, proud father and devoted grandfather, Robert filled many roles over the course of his life; it didn’t matter if you called him Dad, Grandpa, Uncle Robert, or just Robert- he treated everyone he met as an equal and with love and respect. While many will miss Robert, all those who knew him well know that he is truly at peace having joined his family waiting for him in heaven. It would seem Robert has managed to find his 5 gallons of gas to get home at last.

Left to remember Robert are:

Brothers:
A.B. Belrose of Port Neches
Jimmy Lee Belrose and wife Linda of Center

Daughter-in-law, Charlotte Belrose of Lumberton

Grandchildren:
Stoney Foux of Lumberton
Shonneeke Duhon and husband David of Lumberton
Jaime Barton and husband Chris of Lumberton

Great-grandchildren:
Jolie Foux
Elijah Foux
Hannah Bryan
Brennen Duhon
Breeah Duhon
Lillie Mae Duhon
Taylor Barton

Favorite niece, Kimberly Acuna and husband Jose of Center

Great-niece Amy Acuna

Special friends: Bobby Chandler and Melvin Tomlin

Numerous other nieces, nephews, and friends.

Preceding Robert in death are his parents, Cecil Emmitt Belrose and Vena Mae Belrose; his beloved wife, Martha Ruth Belrose; his sons: Robert “Bobby” Wayne Belrose Jr. and Donald Ray Belrose; and his brother Forest Dale Belrose.
To honor Robert Wayne Belrose Sr., the family will have a time of visitation on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM at Sardis Cemetery, FM 414 Center, TX 75935. Immediately following the visitation, a graveside service will be held on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at 11:00AM at Sardis Cemetery, FM 414 Center, TX 75935.

The family wishes to thank the staff of Pine Grove Nursing Home for their loving and devoted care to Robert who truly lived a happy life while in their care.

Services are under the direction of Lumberton Family Funeral Home, Lumberton, Texas.

05/29/2020

Helen Mosley of Tenaha, Texas died, May 28, 2020 in a local nursing facility in Carthage, Texas.

Private funeral service will be Sunday, May 31, 2020 at St John Baptist Church in Tenaha, Texas at 1pm Rev. Chandler Pettis will be officiating.

Mrs. Mosley is survived by:

Sons:
Andre (Potesa) Mosley of Center
Cedrexic (Grace) Mosley of Euless

Daughter, DeShannona Anderson of Richardson

Grandchildren:
Caleb Mosley
De Andre Horton
LaKasta Bell
Charkilya Mosley
Le Micah Anderson
Jacdo Mosley
Aalijah Mosley
Amelia Mosley

4 Great-grandchildren

Brothers:
Nelvin James Mosley Jr.
John Wayne Mosley

Sisters:
Shirley Joyce Walton
Doris Rena Mosley

There will be a public viewing on Saturday, May 30, 2020 from 4 – 6pm in Center, TX at Hicks Mortuary. However, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the service will be private and not open to the public. Committal is at St. John Cemetery in Tenaha, Texas.

Service entrust to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935. Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net.