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06/30/2010
Nancy Peterson, 65, of Tunica, Mississippi, passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2010.
Graveside will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday July 3, 2010 at Spann’s Chapel Cemetery with Bro. Kenneth McCauley officiating. Visitation will be Friday, July 2, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born March 1, 1945 in Shelby County to Buck E. and Nancy E. (Baggett) Spann. She had lots of friends who loved her and she never meet a stranger. She was a patient at Fredsenius Medical Care Dialysis Clinic in Tunica, Mississippi.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Buck and Nancy Spann and Sister, Roby E. Roberts.
She is survived by:
4 Children:
Gordon T. Peterson III
Nancy Angel Lee & husband, Bill
John J. Peterson & wife, Stacy Hartman
Carl E. Peterson
Grandchildren:
Larissa A. Peterson
Kayla S. Peterson
McKay E. Peterson
Keaton A. Lee
William K. Lee
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
06/29/2010
Carlie Lowe, 70, of Center, passed away Sunday, June 27, 2010 at her home. She was born August 9, 1939 in Spencer Bridge, Kentucky to Sam Reece and Lou Emma Burton Reece. Ms. Lowe was a member of Center Bible Fellowship Church.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Ron Luman and Bro. Don Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Robert Wright & wife Liza of Timpson
Jeff Wright & wife Jana of Center
John Wright of Shreveport, Louisiana
Jack Wright & wife Chevy of Center
Grandchildren:
Aubrey, Robert, Chance, Dean, Eric, Amanda, Dakota, Sterlin, Christine and husband Joe, and Scott
Great Grandchildren:
Rosalyn, Hailley, Austin, Savana, Tyler, Zoe, Acesa and Bailey
Brothers:
Robert Reece of South Carolina
Thurman Reece of Florida
Jewell Reece of South Carolina
Sisters:
Sylvie Floyd of Richmon, Indiana
Also a number of other relatives and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by:
Son, James Wright
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
Funeral service for Mr. Thomas Earl Bennett, 61, of Center, Tx. will be Thursday, July 1, 2010 at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church, at 1:00pm. Rev. Charles Pier, Officiating, Burial at Westview Cemetery.
Mr. Thomas Earl Bennett died Thursday, June 24, 2010.
Survivors:
Wife, Shelia Lathan Bennett
Daughters:
Tyronda Sharp
Shelitra Ware
Shaquanna Lathan of Center
Brothers:
Ervin Lee Bennett of Center
Sisters:
Lylia Ann Pennington
Hattie Mae Taylor
Ella Bennett
Cheanette (James) Lowe
Frances Mae Pilot (Chris)
06/28/2010
James R. Dickerson, 74, of Joaquin, passed away Monday, June 28, 2010 at a Shreveport hospital. He was born March 15, 1936 in Shelby County to Ray A. Dickerson, Sr. and Era Dell Glaze Dickerson. Mr. Dickerson was a Deacon at Fellowship Baptist Church in Joaquin. He was also a member of Joaquin Masonic Lodge #856.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 pm, Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Mike Fodge and Bro. Rodger Cole officiating. Interment will follow at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin.
He is survived by: Wife, Joan Leggett Dickerson of Joaquin
Son, Bob Dickerson & wife Cathy of Joaquin; Daughter, Sandra Dickerson Bentley & husband Waynn of Lufkin
Grandchildren:
Callie, Amy, Jessica, and twins Taylor and Tyler
Step Grandchildren: Denny, Dayna, David, Jennifer, Rey
Twelve Great Grandchildren
Brothers:
Kenneth & wife Loyce; Gene & wife Cathy; Mike & wife Barbara
Sisters:
Virginia, Carolyn, Newlyn & husband Sam, Kay & husband Brady
Sisters-in-Law:
Rita, Teresa, Imogene
Also a number of nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Ray A. Dickerson Sr. and Era Dell Glaze Dickerson
Brothers-in-Law, Pat Ewing and Raymond Biehle
Brothers, Ray Dickerson Jr. and Jackie Dickerson
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
06/28/2010
Audrey Taylor, 100, of Seabrook, passed away Sunday, June 27, 2010 at Harborview Nursing Home in League City.
Graveside Service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at Mt. Herman Cemetery with Tim Perkins officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 29, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born March 22, 1910 to Frank and Ellie (Koonce) Head.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Frank and Ellie Head, Husband, William Myles Taylor, Son, Jimmy B. Taylor, Sisters, LaVada Head Fudge and Vertie Head Crow and Brothers,
Erwin Head, Stanley Head and Rusten Head.
She is survived by:
Daughter:
Jackie Hardgrave & husband, Ken of Seabrook
Son:
Rex P. Taylor & wife, Mary Ann of Lumberton
Daughter-in-law:
Billie Taylor of Sabine Pass
6 Grandchildren
10 Great Grandchildren
1 Great Great Grandchild
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Memorial Services for Mr. M. R. “Doc” Sims, 80 of Beckville, Texas will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at the Northside Christian Center with Rev. Aaron Bequette and Rev. Billy Shoffner officiating. Burial will take place that morning at 9:30 a.m. in the Sardis Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas under the direction of Hawthorn Funeral Home. Family visitation will be Tuesday, June 29, 2010 from 6–8:00 p.m. at the Northside Christian Center. Mr. Sims died Sunday, June 27, 2010 in Longview, Texas.
Mr. Merrell Rogers “Doc” Sims was born February 21, 1930 in Shelby County, Texas. He was the youngest of twelve children born to the marriage of Jesse James and Cynthia Byrd Sims. Doc attended rural Shelby County schools. He married Mrs. Patricia Gwendolyn Sanders on December 22, 1950 and celebrated 59 years of marriage until she preceded him in death on January, 24, 2010. As a lover of cattle and everything outdoors, Mr. Sims made his living as a Farmer, owning the 4S Farm. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time on the Sabine River bottom. He found joy in sharing the Gospel through his testimony and was a proud member of the Northside Christian Center. Mr. Sims is preceded in death by his parents, six brothers and five sisters.
Mr. Sims is survived by his son, Larry Sims and wife Connie of Union Grove; daughter, Karen Norman and husband, David of Garrison; grandchildren, Elizabeth Sims, Kailee Densman, Kristen Densman; Special niece, Helen Rodgers and husband Billy of Center numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Serving as pallbearers are George Van DeCarr, Ray Conaster, Bobby Crow, Bobby Wiggins, Doss Miller, Mickey Browning and Clayton Eubanks.
The family request memorial be made to the Northside Christian Center.
06/27/2010
Graveside service for Margie Louise Youngblood, 80, of Fort Worth, TX, will be held at 3:00 PM, Tuesday, June 29, 2010, at Tennessee Cemetery, Timpson, with Rev. Gene Krieg officating. Mrs. Youngblood passed away June 26, 2010, in Fort Worth.
Margie Louise Youngblood was born November 08, 1929, in De Berry, TX. She was married to Jack R.
Youngblood, who preceded her in death on May 7, 1994. She was a nurse from 1963 until her
retirement in 1985. Mrs. Youngblood was a member of Kings Highway Baptist Church in Fort Worth.
Survivors include 2 daughters: Susan Watkins of Fort Worth and Mary Berg of Denver, Colorado;
5 grandchildren: Greta Braun, Jared Braun, Amanda Berg, Brittany Berg, and Kimberley Baldwin;
6 great grandchildren; nieces Everlee Lykes and Betty Jo Dickey of Georgia; and numerous other relatives. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by son Jacky Youngblood and 2 brothers.
Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson. To convey condolences or to register online, please visit www.taylorfh.net.
Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX, is in charge of arrangements.
06/27/2010
Lucy Hutto, 85, of Center, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2010 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.
Graveside Service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 28, 2010 at New Hope Cemetery with Bro. Kenneth Verner officiating. Visitation will be Monday, June 28, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born October 22, 1924 to Luther Ross and Lucille “Lue” (Emanis) Graves. She was a member of New Hope Congregational Methodist Church.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Luther Ross and Lucille “Lue” Graves, Husband, Joe Hutto, Step-Son, Billy Joe Hutto, Brothers, Larry Graves and Ross Junior Graves, Sisters, Iva Dell Eddins, Ann Sherman and Willie Mae Fincher, Half- Brother, Mayon Graves and Half Sisters, Katie Bell Rudd, Vada Emanis.
She is survived by:
Son:
Mike Hutto of Carthage
Granddaughters:
Amy Street of League City
Brandy Hutto of Carthage
Alicia Hutto of Carthage
Katie Hutto of Carthage
Step- Daughter-in-law:
Sue Hutto of Center
6 Great Grandchildren
3 Step Grandchildren:
Hunter, Heath and Holly Hutto
Brother & Sister-in-law:
Fairy & Geneva Graves of Center
2 Sisters-in-law:
Faye Graves of Center
Frances Graves of Timpson
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
06/26/2010
Dorothy "Dot" Imogene Cummings, 87, passed away on June 22, 2010 at Lafayette General Medical Center.
Graveside Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at Tennessee Cemetery in Tenaha, Texas.
Mrs. Cummings, a resident of Lafayette, LA, was the daughter of the late Oatha Allen Ramsey and the former Era Lane.
She will be greatly missed by her son, grandchildren & great grandchildren who loved her dearly.
She is survived by one son, Raymond L. Hammons of Lafayette, La; two grandchildren, Laurie Hammons Romero and husband John Romero of Broussard, La and Heather Hammons and Sidney Syon of Broussard, La; two great grandchildren, Brennan Romero and Molly Romero.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Jack Hammons.
Personal condolences may be sent to the Cummings family at www.delhommefuneralhome.com.
Delhomme Funeral Home of Lafayette, La, is in charge of funeral arrangements. Graveside services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home.
06/25/2010
Bobby Lee Clifton, 25, of Tenaha, passed away Friday, June 25, 2010 at Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview as a result of an automobile accident.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 27, 2010 at First Methodist Church in Tenaha with Bro. Jim Bradley officiating. Burial will follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha. Visitation will be Saturday, June 26, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born April 14, 1985 to Leon and Deborah (May) Clifton. He graduated from Tenaha High School. He served in the US Army for 3 ½ years.
He is preceded in death by his Grandparents, Glen Leon Clifton and Bessie Ree Clifton.
He is survived by:
Parents:
Leon and Deborah Clifton of Tenaha
Daughter:
Jasmine Marie Clifton of Tenaha
Grandmother:
Emelda May of Center
Fiancé’:
Angel Reynolds of Beckville
Numerous Cousins & Friends
Pallbearers:
David Lee Clifton, Joe Kenneth Clifton, Russell Shane Clifton,
David Ray Clifton, Leon Clifton and Ron Bradley
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
06/24/2010
Infant Angelita Rose Galvan, of Center, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2010 at East Texas Medical Center in Carthage. She was born Thursday, June 24, 2010 in Carthage to Eric Galvan and Rosalba Musico.
Graveside services will be held 11:00 am, Saturday June 26, 2010 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
She is survived by:
Father, Eric Galvan of Center
Mother, Rosalba Musico of Center
Grandparents;
Martin and Maria Galvan
Alfonso and Alicia Musico
Aunts and Uncles:
Norberto Musico and wife Deanna
Berenice Musico and Fernando Aguero
Ivan Musico
Grisel Musico
Alfonso Musico
Jimmy Musico
Martin Galvan
Jair Galvan
Oscar Galvan
Laribell Galvan
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
06/23/2010
Mrs. Idell Langford Johnson, age 92, of Nacogdoches, Texas, passed away Wednesday, June 23, 2010, at a Nacogdoches hospital.
Mrs. Johnson was born May 30, 1918, in Shelby County as a daughter of the late Mary (Watson) Langford and Clarence Bert Langford. She was a member of First Pentecostal Church and a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother to her family.
Survivors include her son, Ronald Martin Johnson and wife, Mary, of Nacogdoches; a sister, Mozell Mahoney of Arizona; two granddaughters, Lori Smith and husband, Chris, and Allison Barnhill and husband Luke, all of Nacogdoches; and seven great-grandchildren, Austin Smith, Hunter Smith, Amber Smith, Jacob Smith, Trenton Channel, Triston Channel, and Easton Barnhill, all of Nacogdoches.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Martin Johnson.
Services are set for 10 a.m. Saturday, June 26, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel, Nacogdoches, with Bro. Burton Holt officiating. Interment will follow at Simpson Campground Cemetery in Woden.
Visitation will be Friday, June 25, 5 to 7 p.m., at Cason Monk-Metcalf.
Services are under the direction of Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors of Nacogdoches. Online guestbook posted at www.casonmonk-metcalf.com.
Mark McKinzie, 46, of Carthage, passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2010. He was born August 15, 1963 in Center to Lee McKinzie and Hazel Snider McKinzie. Mark was currently employed by Strong Service where he was a wireline operator. He had formerly served in law enforcement in Shelby County for sixteen years and had served as Joaquin City Marshall. Mark was a member of Southside Baptist Church in Carthage.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Thursday, June 24, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, June 25, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Elmer Mathews, Bro. Kirby Hill and Bro Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Tommy Pierce, Chris Taylor, Landon McDonald, Lane McDonald, Buddy Moss, Craig Moss, Luke Elliott and Ike Cummings. Honorary pallbearers will be Kurtis Cougler, Luke Cougler, Everett Cougler, Glenn Johnson, Billy Hearnsberger and all the staff of Strong Service.
He is survived by:
Wife, Ginger Moss McKinzie of Carthage
Daughter, Allison McKinzie of Carthage
Step-sons;
Lane McDonald of Nederland
Landon McDonald of Nederland
Mother, Hazel Snider McKinzie of Center
Brother in law, Everett Cougler and wife Linda of Center
Nephews;
Kurtis Cougler of Center
Lucas Cougler and wife Sherry of Center
Nieces;
Amber Barbee of Center
Leah Moss of Bridge City
Great-nephew, Phoenix Cougler of Center
Father-in-law and Mother–in-law, Barney and Avis Moss of Joaquin
Brothers-in-law;
Craig Moss of Joaquin
Buddy Moss and wife Patti of Bridge City
Aunt, Sylvia Snider of Center
Special friends; Sam Strong and Matt Allison
Also a number of other relatives and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by:
Father, Lee McKinzie
Sister, Earnestine McKinzie Cougler
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/22/2010
James Elighie McDaniel, age 93, entered into rest on June 21, 2010, at a hospital in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born April 21, 1917, in San Augustine County, Texas, to the late Elias Jasper McDaniel and Josie Horton McDaniel.
He was a member of the Harvey Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Broaddus. During WWII he worked in the shipyards in Orange. After returning to East Texas, he went to work in the logging business.
He is survived by his daughters Avor Nell Abbott and husband Mack of Broaddus and Margie Ann Morton of Broaddus; sons Marty Darrell McDaniel of Broaddus and James McDaniel and wife Sandra of Broaddus; brother Lawrence McDaniel of Center; sister Lena Phillips of Broaddus; step-son Robert Johnson of Houston; step-daughter Kandi McWhorter and husband Rocky of Friendswood; 14 grandchildren, 28 Great-Grandchildren and 8 Great-Great-Grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents Elias and Josie McDaniel; wives Ethel McDaniel and Irene McDaniel; and brother Bartley McDaniel.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, 2010, at the Harvey Creek Missionary Baptist Church, in Broaddus, Texas, with Bro. Jesse Moore and Bro. Don Lofton officiating. Visitation will be at the Harvey Creek Missionary Baptist Church beginning at 4:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Macedonia Cemetery in San Augustine County.
Online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
Roy Lee Spruiell, 81 of Joaquin, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, June 22, 2010.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at Mangum Funeral Home with Bro. Mike Fodge officiating. Burial will follow at Johnson Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 23, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born March 6, 1929 to Matt and Kate (Jacobs) Spruiell.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Matt and Kate Spruiell, Son, Norman Spruiell and Daughter, Penny Perrin.
He is survived by:
Wife:
Lillie Mae Spruiell of Joaquin
Children:
Joyce Spruiell of Arizona
Roger Spruiell & wife, Ray Jean of Winnsboro
Donnie Spruiell & wife, Stephanie of Winnsboro
Danny Spruiell &wife, D.J. of Pittsburg
Karen Sue Nomack & husband, Michael of Sulphur Springs
Linda Kay Bryant & husband, Benny of Sulphur Springs
19 Grandchildren
Numerous Great Grandchildren
Sister:
Virgie Bruce of California
Pallbearers:
Danny Spruiell, Roger Spruiell, Donnie Spruiell,
Bryan Scott, Butch Brown & Benny Bryant
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
06/21/2010
Janie Lee Jackson, 63, of Center, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010 at Green Acres Nursing Home.
A Memorial Graveside services will be 12:00 p.m. Friday, June 25, 2010 at Asbury Chapel Cemetery.
She was born October 2, 1946 to Weldon and Margaret (Bowlin) Samford. She worked as Medication Aide at Green Acres Nursing Home.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Weldon & Margaret Samford.
She survived by:
Daughter:
Michele Redmon & Husband, Kenneth Wayne of Center
Son:
Phillip O’Neal Jackson of Center
Grandchildren:
Brant Wayne Redmon & Brianna Rene’ Redmon
Sister: Debbie Warren & Husband, Rodney of Nacogdoches
Brother: Robert Samford of Nacogdoches
Special Cousin: Kay Langley of Hallsville
Numerous Nieces & Nephews
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Laura Jean Morriss, 43, went to be with the Lord, June 19, 2010. Born on March 21, 1967 to Edward Morriss and Bobbie Jean Thacker Morriss.
She is survived by:
Son, Dylan Wayne Morriss
Brother, Byron and wife Michelle
Step-mom, Mary Ann Morriss
Uncles, John and James Thacker and wife Clara Judy Vader
and numerous cousins and friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June23, 2010 from 6-8 pm at Heights Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held in the Chapel Heights Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 24, 2010 at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Bradley Spring Cemetery at 3 pm. The family wishes to thank Woodland Park Nursing Center and Odyssey Hospice for their care and support.
06/20/2010
Johnnie Wilkins, 82, of Center, passed away Sunday, June 20, 2010 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.
Services will be 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. John Bender officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Monday, June 21, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born May 29, 1928 to James Arthur and Audrey (Johnson) Carter. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Center.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, James and Audrey Carter and Husband, Felton Wilkins.
She is survived by:
3 Sons:
Ronnie Wilkins & wife, Serica of Center
Dan Wilkins & wife, Noel of Center
Bob Wilkins & wife, Denise of Carthage
Grandchildren:
Chris & Julie Wilkins of Center
Farrah Wilkins Massey of Bastrop
Hannah, Teal & Raleigh of Center
Karen & Jim Nix of Nacogdoches
Amanda Wilkins of Round Rock
Chontae Bardwell of Austin
Will Bardwell of Carthage
Great Grandchildren:
Harrison Massey of Bastrop
David Hawthron of Round Rock
Brother & Sister-in-law:
Doyle & Sue Carter of Shelbyville
Nephews:
Matt Carter
Jay Carter
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Service Information and Additional Survivors will be given at a later time. Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Page Clark, 16, of the East Hamilton Community, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2010.
Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Welton Blackmon and Bro. Buddy Gray officiating. Burial will follow at Dunnigan Cemetery in the East Hamilton Community. Visitation will be Monday, June 21, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born July 17, 1993 to John and Charlsie (Cassell) Clark. She was a member of Patroon Baptist Church. Page was a student at Shelbyville High School.
She is preceded in death by her Grandparents, Maxie & Chizuko Clark.
She is survived by:
Parents:
John & Charlsie Clark of the East Hamilton Community
Sisters & Brother:
Brandi McGraw of Alabama
Bridgett Jackson & Hugo Molina of Center
Randa Faust & husband, Bill of Huxley
Chris Askew of the East Hamilton Community
Chasity Clark of the East Hamilton Community
Grandparents:
W.C .“Dub” & Bobbie Cassell of the East Hamilton Community
Numerous Aunts, Uncles & Cousins
Nieces & Nephews:
Colin McGraw
Jacob, Breanna, Trace & Trevor Jackson
Tori, Sierra & Cade Faust
Brayden Askew
Pallbearers:
Luke Clark, Larry Smith, Rodney Bragg,
Ryan Bennefield, Jamie Casey & Bill Faust
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
06/19/2010
Harold Glyn Hughes, age 85 of Timpson, passed away Friday evening June 18, 2010 at a Garrison Nursing Home. He was born February 2, 1925 in Shelby County to Vesper Hughes and Oma Chapman Hughes. Mr. Hughes was a member of The Newburn Masonic Lodge and also a member of the El Karuba Shriners of Shreveport La.. Harold was a member of the First Christian Church of Timpson.
Services will be held at 2:00 pm Monday, June 21, 2010 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home Chapel in Center, with Rev. Rex Humphries officiating, interment will be in Oaklawn Memorial Park.
Survivors Include:
Wife: Mavis Shofner Hughes of Timpson
Daughter: Margaret Hughes Boutte of Bossier City, La.
Granddaughter: Margaret Michelle Boutte of Waco
Sister: Maebelle Yarbrough of GArrison
Nephew: Darrell Glyn Yarbrough of Nacogdoches
Niece: Suzy Galanis and husband George of Dallas
Great Niece: Kathryn Galanis of Dallas
Visitation will be held from 1:00 pm to Service Time on Monday, June 21, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
06/18/2010
Margie Barnett Beckham age 88 of Nacogdoches formally of Joaquin was born December 10, 1921 to LaBorn Augustus Barnett, Jr. and Ida Ora Greer Barnett. Services will be held 10:00am Monday, June 21, 2010 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro Charles Hall and Rev. Danny Simmons officiating, interment will be in Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center, Texas. Ms. Beckham was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 348. She was also a member of Jackson Missionary Baptist Church of Joaquin. Margie retired from Farmers State Bank in Center, Texas.
Survivors Include:
Sons:
Aubry Lloyd Beckham and wife Dana Luse of Monroe, La.
Edward Lynn Beckham of Nacogdoches
Daughters:
Elizabeth Ann Beckham Hurst and husband Ronald of Nacogdoches
Janet Alice Beckham Stewart and husband Dave of Pineville, La.
5 Grandchildren, 9 Great Grandchildren,
Nephews:
Robert Barnett and wife Zettie of Center
Jerry Barnett and wife Ruth of Judson
Preceded in death by: Parents, LaBorn Augustus Barnett, Jr. and Ida Ora Greet Barnett; Husbands, Winfred Farlen (Fred) Vines, Floyd L. Higgins, and Aubrey M. Beckham; and 3 Brother.
Pallbearers: Wayne Swan, Bobbie Garrett, Tommy Lilly, Buren Lowe, Harold Irish, Tom Permenter
Honorary Pallbearers: David Chadwick and Willie Edwards
Visitation will be from 3:00pm to 6:00pm Sunday, June 20, 2010 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas.
Services are under the direction of Watson & Sons Funeral Home.
Edna George, 94, of Center, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2010 at Pine Grove Nursing Home.
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 19, 2010 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Tim Perkins officiating. Burial will follow at Biggar Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, June 18, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born November 27, 1915 to B.W. Hagler and Maggie (Askew) Hagler.
She is preceded in death by her Husband, Ben George, Parents, B.W. and Maggie Hagler, Brother, Leon Hagler, Sister, LaMerle Collins and Infant Daughter, Gloria Faye George.
She is survived by:
6 Daughters:
LaJuan Baugh of Center
Betty McLeod & husband, Glynn of Longview
Linda George of Beaumont
Joyce Meeks & husband, Michael of Center
Sheri Burgay & husband, Johnny of Shelbyville
Patricia Lout & husband, Mike of Shelbyville
Granddaughters:
Llea Scott & husband, Roger of Nacogdoches
Tiffanne Klein & husband, Justin of Shelbyville
Whitney Burgay of Center
Sydnee Adams & husband, Jamey of Atlanta, GA
Kim Mock of Garrison
Grandsons:
Benny Baugh & wife, Tammie of Center
Kevin Baugh of Center
Mike McLeod & wife, Kim of Longview
Mitch McLeod of Beaumont
Juston Lout & wife, Krystina of Shelbyville
Ben Meeks & wife, Vanessa of Arlington, VA
Jeff Burgay of Shreveport
Great Grandchildren:
Kristen Baugh, Cody Baugh, Ryan Scott, Rustin Scott, Jennifer Scott, Josh Scott,
Sean McLeod, Katie McLeod, Lieza Klein, Liela Klein, Maggie McLeod and Mollie McLeod
Brother:
Hurst Hagler of Stonewall, LA
Pallbearers:
Benny Baugh, Mike McLeod, Kevin Baugh,
Roger Scott, Ryan Scott and Rustin Scott
Honorary Pallbearers:
Glynn McLeod, Michael Meeks, Johnny Burgay, Mike Lout, Mitch McLeod,
Juston Lout, Justin Klein, Ben Meeks, Cody Baugh, Sean McLeod and Jamey Adams
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Arnold Hooper, 99, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, June 18, 2010 at Holiday Nursing Home.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 20, 2010 at First Baptist Church Haslam. Burial will be at Wimberly Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday, June 19, 2010 at from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born March 9, 1911 to Arthur and Bertha (Golding) Hooper.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Arthur & Bertha Hooper, Sisters, Joy Hooper Jackson and Vivian Hooper.
He is survived by:
Wife:
Annie Sue Hooper of Joaquin
2 Sons:
Jim Hooper & wife, June of Joaquin
Joe Hooper of Joaquin
3 Grandsons:
Wade Hooper of Logansport
Jody Hooper & wife, Whitney of Joaquin
Josh Hooper & wife, Laura of Tyler
Great Grandchildren:
Justin Hooper of Joaquin
Cole Hooper of Shreveport
Abigail Hooper of Joaquin
Jacob Hooper of Tyler
Lillie Hooper of Tyler
Twin Brothers:
Edward Bud Hooper of Magnolia
Aaron Bud Hooper of Magnolia
In lieu of flowers, Family request donations can be made to the Arnold Hooper Scholarship Fund Joaquin Alumni Association, deposits can be made at Texas State Bank.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
06/17/2010
James Stephen (Steve) Adams passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at Clairmont Skilled Nursing Home in Longview, Texas after a two week battle with cancer. He was born January 25, 1942 in Center, Texas. Steve was preceded in death by his father, Robert Calvin Adams, Jr., Mother, Marie Harris Paul Johnson, Brother, R.C. (Bob) Adams III, and sister-in-law, Melanie Tucker McNiel. Steve grew up in Center and was Quarterback for Center High School and was an outstanding member of the golf team. He was a graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University with a B.S. in Business. He was employed by E. F. Hutton in Longview after completing his stockbroker studies in New York City. Steve is survived by his wife of 44 years, Nancy Tucker Adams, their daughter, Monica Adams Robinson and husband, Trey and three grandsons, Robbie, Reid, and Rhett Robinson of Austin, Texas. A sister, Teresa Paul Tebow, and her daughter, Celeste Tebow, both of Longview, Texas. A nephew, Larry Adams and wife, Connie, and their son, Justin of Kilgore, Texas.
Services for Steve Adams are at Rader Funeral Home in Longview, Texas. Visitation will be Friday, June 18 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A graveside service will be held Saturday, June 19 at Rosewood Park in Longview at 4:00 PM.
06/14/2010
Dollie Mae Cox McElroy, 90, of Port Arthur, passed away Monday, June 14, 2010. She was born October 10, 1919 in Shelby County to James E. Cox and Rhoda Kyle Cox.
Visitation will be held from12:00 pm to 3:00 pm, Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm, Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Marty Campbell officiating.
She is survived by:
Brothers:
Jerry Cox & wife Emma Jane of Groves
Billy Cox & wife Virginia of Bridge City
Also a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by:
Husband, Lonnie McElroy
Son, Larry D. McElroy
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
Tommy Moss, 55, of Center, passed away Saturday, June 12, 2010 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.
Services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Charles Williams and Bro. Ed Whittley officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 15, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born November 5, 1954 to Tommie Herman and Mary Robert Moss of Megargel, Texas. The third of five children, Tommy was raised in Megargel. In 1977, he married Anita Fenley of Center, where they have resided since 1988. Tommy loved to fish and enjoyed spending time with his grandson.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Tommie & Mary Moss.
He is survived by:
Wife:
Anita Moss of Center
3 Sons:
Eric Moss & wife, Karen of Center
Barrett Moss of Center
Justin Moss of Center
Grandson:
Kale Anthony Moss
Brother:
Danny Moss of Dallas
3 Sisters:
Paula Smith of Olney
Pam Moss of Olney
Tina Wardrip of Dallas
Numerous Nephews & Nieces
Pallbearers:
Bill Whittley, Truit Whittley, Carl Fenley,
Klein Landers, Noah Fenley and Stevie Keller
Honorary Pallbearers:
Kale Anthony Moss, Christopher Whittley and Taylor Whittley
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Janie Lee Jackson, 63, of Center, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010 at Green Acres Nursing Home. A Memorial Service will be held at a later time.
She was born October 2, 1946 to Weldon and Margaret (Bowlin) Samford. She worked as Medication Aide at Green Acres Nursing Home.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Weldon & Margaret Samford.
She survived by:
Daughter:
Michele Redmon & Husband, Kenneth Wayne of Center
Son:
Phillip O’Neal Jackson of Center
Grandchildren:
Brant Wayne Redmon & Brianna Rene’ Redmon
Sister: Debbie Warren & Husband, Rodney of Nacogdoches
Brother: Robert Samford of Nacogdoches
Special Cousin: Kay Langley of Hallsville
Numerous Nieces & Nephews
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Rodney Willoughby, 49, of Center, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010 at Green Acres Nursing Home.
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Pat Windham officiating. Burial will follow at Sardis Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday, June 14, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born August 28, 1960 to Alvin O. and Elsie Lee (Whitton) Willoughby. He served in the United States Marines.
He is preceded in death by his Mother, Elsie Willoughby.
He is survived by:
Son:
Dusti Willoughby of Bossier City
Daughter:
Teri Marshall & husband, Mike of Tenaha
Son:
John Willoughby of Tenaha
Father:
Alvin O. Willoughby of Houston
2 Brothers:
Tony Willoughby & wife, Traci of Center
Shane Willoughby of Cleveland
3 Grandchildren
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Relatives & Friends
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
06/13/2010
Gary Randall “Randy” Clark, 52, of Center, passed away Saturday, June 12, 2010 at Shelby Regional Medical Center. He was born December 14, 1957 in Center to Charlie Elton Clark and Mozelle M. Colwell Clark. Randy was a member of the Shelby County Football League. He served on the Sardis Cemetery Association Board and attended the Sardis Missionary Baptist Church.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Sunday, June 13, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 pm, Monday, June 14, 2010 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Pat Windham officiating.
Pallbearers will be Dustin Clark, Luke Clark, Anthony Clark, Todd Clark, Cade Clark, Bradley Baldwin, Darrell McDaniel. Honorary pallbearers will be Larry Smith, Johnny Dodson and Ronnie Dickerson.
He is survived by:
Daughters;
Randi Kay Menzies and husband Grant of Nacogdoches
Lindsey Brooke Smith and husband Jacob of Carthage
Son, Dustin Colt Clark of Center
Grandchildren;
Jordan Menzies, Kingston Menzies, Tucker Smith, Tyler Smith and Dayton (Clark) White
Brother, David Clark and wife Cindy of Center
Sister, Debbie Golden of Center
Niece, Brandy Ellis and husband Shawn
Nephews;
Bradley Baldwin and wife Melissa
Cade Clark
Clint McDonald and wife Blanca
Special cousin, Anthony “Bubba” Clark and wife Angie of Center
Numerous other relatives and a host of friends
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Charlie Elton and Mozelle M. Colwell Clark
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
Donald Stewart, 68, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, June 12, 2010 at his residence. Memorial Service will be 2:00 pm Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at Mangum Funeral Home with Brother Wayne Bickley officiating.
Donald was born in Shelby County on September 29, 1941 to Roy Stewart and Minnie Wilburn. Donald grew up in Shelby County but settled in at Tenaha where he attended school. Donald proudly served his country in the United States Navy for nearly six years. After his service in the military, Donald worked as a police officer in Galveston for four years. Upon Donald’s return to Shelby County, he began work as an electrician. Donald opened Center Muffler Shop where he would own, operate, and manage for twenty years.
Donald retired in 2000 and soon thereafter, relocated to Pretty Point in Huxley. Donald enjoyed the outdoors and living on the lake. Donald loved the Huxley community and his dear friends and neighbors there. In retirement, Donald had become an industrious community member by helping in several community projects there in Huxley. The community is dedicating a boat dock and ramp in his honor for his service and contributions. In particular, the family would like to thank Bobbie Jennings for her friendship to Donald in his time of need.
Donald is survived by:
daughter Donith Malone and husband Allan of Bossier City,
daughter Mary Katherine Reebe,
son Scott Ponder and wife Leslee of Wichita Falls,
mother, Minnie Myers of Tenaha
brother A.L. ‘Skeeter’ Stewart and wife Barbara of Tenaha,
sister Pat Crump and husband Randall of Joaquin,
sister Peggy Langsdon and husband Richard of DeQuincy, La,
and brother-in-law C.L. Ballard and wife Sharman of Gary.
Donald is survived by eight grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by father, Roy Stewart and stepfather Tom Myers.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations or contributions to the Center VFW Post 8904.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Mr. Frank Ponder, 88, longtime resident of San Augustine County, Texas, passed away late Friday evening, June 11, 2010, at Twin Lakes Care Center in San Augustine.
Frank was born to the late Lillie (Eppes) Ponder and Berry Ponder on August 28, 1921, in Bland Lake Community, in San Augustine County, Texas. He was a retied mechanic and served in the U.S. Air Force during World War II, He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9313 in San Augustine, and a member of the Antioch Church of Christ.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 14th, at 10:00 a.m. at the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel in San Augustine, interment will follow in the Antioch Cemetery in San Augustine County. Officiating will be Alton Shaw. Visitation will be Sunday evening, June 13th, from the hours of 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home.
His Survivors include, Brother: Charles Ponder of San Augustine; Sisters: Winnie Nance of San Augustine, and Opal Thompson of San Augustine, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Serving as Pallbearers will be Dean Thompson, George Thompson, Frank Nance, Kenneth Nance, Ken Kinney and Johnny Nance
Online obituary and condolences may be continually posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
Ms. Shalee Diane Samples, 30, of San Augustine County, passed from this life on Thursday, June 10, 2010, at a Lufkin Hospital.
Shalee was born to Linda (Tuttle) Samples and Frank Samples on February 8, 1980, in Baytown, Texas. She was currently a student attending College and was a member of the Trinity Baptist Church in Broaddus.
Her survivors include: Children: Kristen Madison of Lufkin, Jeannie Torbert of Etoile, James Madison of Zavalla; Parents: Linda and Franklin Samples of San Augustine County; Sisters: Shawn Benesh and husband Brad of Dayton and Shannon Samples of Pasadena; Brother: Shane Samples and wife Dorrace of Baytown; and Aunt: Marylyn Franklin and husband, Leon of Beverly Hills, Florida; special friends Rhonda, Sandy and Jennifer; several nieces and nephews. Shalee was loved by many friends.
Memorial Services will be Saturday, June 26, 2010 in Broaddus at Trinity Baptist Church at 1:00 P.M.. Bro. Don Lofton will be officiating.
Memorial Contributions are to be made to Shalee D. Samples, acct # 8162590, First Bank & Trust, P.O. Box 693, San Augustine, Texas
Online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
06/12/2010
Robert L. (Bob) Parker, 87, of Center, passed away Friday, June 11, 2010 in Nacogdoches. He was born September 4, 1922 in Shelby County to E. E. Parker, Sr. and Annie Maud Sholmire Parker. Mr. Parker was a member of First Pentecostal Church of Jesus Christ.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Sunday, June 13, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 am, Monday, June 14, 2010 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. M. D. Lamon and Bro. Richard Goodwin officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be B. J. Saunders, Bobby Gene Parker Jr., Michael W. Parker, John LeBlanc, Eric C. Parker, Ryan H. Parker, Clifton D. Parker and Christopher J. Parker. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Baldwin, Joe Biggar and Luis Barrientos.
He is survived by:
Wife, Dot Parker of Center
Sons;
Bobby Gene Parker and wife Lynda of Vidor
R. L. Parker, Jr. and wife Laura of The Colony
Donald Wayne Parker and wife Floye of Center
Step Sons;
Donny Parker and wife Patsy of Korea
Robert A. Parker and wife Pam of Center
Wesley Parker of Austin
John David Parker and wife Sonya of Carthage
Eight Grandchildren
Fourteen Great Grandchildren
Two Great-Great Grandchildren
Eight Step Grandchildren
Eleven Step Great Grandchildren
Brother, D. H. Parker and wife Raylene of Center
Sister-in-law, Iva B. Parker of Shelbyville
A number of nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Wives, Rubye Parker and Lois Parker
Brothers; E. E. Parker Jr., W. D. Parker, and L. L. Parker
Grandson, Keith Kendall Parker
Great Grandson, Bobby G. Parker III
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
Sandra Kay Porter, 66, of Orange, passed away Friday, June 11, 2010 in Houston. She was born February 4, 1944 in Miami, Oklahoma to Woodrow Woodall and Mamie Coleman Woodall. Mrs Porter was a homemaker, mother and grandmother. She was of the Baptist faith.
Visitation will be held from 6-8 pm, Saturday, June 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Sunday, June 13, 2010 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Windham officiating. Interment will follow in the Sardis Cemetery in Shelby County.
Pallbearers will be Estefano Cardenas, Scott Bailey, James Bailey, Derik Lanicek, Kent Jowell and Josh Bailey.
She is survived by:
Husband, Sam "Bo" Porter of Orange
Daughter, Bambi Bailey and husband Tommy of Orange
Son, Darryl Porter adn wife Helen of North Carolina
Sisters:
Sue Buchanan adn husband Ken of Houston
Trish Jowell and husband Kent of Orange
Nancy Hill of Oklahoma
Deanie Johnson and husband Gary of Oklahoma
Brother, Robert Woodall and wife Barbara of California
Sisters-in-law;
Mary Woodall fo Deweyville
Edna Porter of Burke
Cossette Martin of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Samantha Cardenas and husband Estefano
Joshua Bailey and wife Megan
James Bailey and wife Charmea
Rusty Lanicek and wife Laila
Derik Lanicek and wife Nikki
Scott Bailey and wife Tina
Terry Bailey and wife Lindsey
Twelve Great Grandchildren and one on the way
Also a number of nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Woodrow and Mamie Woodall
Sister, Mickey Hankins
Brother, Gary Woodall
Great Granddaughter, Hailey Kitsmiller
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/11/2010
Fred E. “Botchy” Baugh, Jr., 80, of Center, passed away Thursday, June 10, 2010 at his home. He was born October 27, 1929 in Center to Fredrick Everett Baugh and Mollie Verna Ballard Baugh. Mr. Baugh was a member of Hurst Street Church of Christ. He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Baugh had previous served as a member of Center Volunteer Fire Department.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday, June 11, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, June 12, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Tim Perkins and Foy Forehand officiating.
Pallbearers will be Jack Lout, Shad Lout, Larry Warren, Tommy Cox, Bob Pate and John Henry Cagle.
Honorary pallbearers will be Fred McDaniel and Glynn McLeod.
He is survived by:
Sons:
Benny Baugh & wife Tamie of Center
Kevin Baugh of Center
Daughter, Llea Baugh Scott & husband Roger of Nacogdoches
Grandchildren:
Kristen Baugh
Cody Baugh
Ryan Scott
Rustin Scott
Jennifer Scott
Josh Scott
Great Grandchildren:
Gavin, Connor and Averie
Sisters:
Dorothy Baines & husband David of Center
Barbara Fischer of Center
Connie Lucas of Center
Bonnie Bagwell of Ft. Worth
Also a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Fred. E. Baugh, Sr. and Mollie Ballard Baugh
Granddaughter, Christian Suzanne Baugh
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
06/09/2010
Katy Byrd Frette, age 90, of Burke, Texas, passed away Wednesday, June 9, 2010, at Memorial Medical Center in Lufkin, Texas.
She was born May 3, 1920, in Cushing, Texas, as a daughter of the late Pete and Nettie Reagan. Mrs. Frette was a retired beautician.
She is survived by her son, Larry W. Byrd, pastor of Neuville Baptist Church, and a daughter, Joan Buchanan.
Memorial services are set for 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 11, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel at 5400 North Street in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors of Nacogdoches, Texas. Online condolences accepted at www.casonmonk-metcalf.com.
Eva Dell (Roberts) Paramore, 88, of Tomball, TX, passed away June 9, 2010, in Tomball. Born November 9, 1921, in the Tennessee Community of Shelby County, TX, she was the daughter of the late James and Myrtle (Bowlin) Roberts. Eva was known to many as “MeMe”, a name given to her by her granddaughter Karen.
In addition to her parents, Eva Paramore was preceded in death by her husband Afton Paramore and sister Freda Bowlin.
Survivors include her son Ron Paramore and wife Angie of Cypress, TX; granddaughter Karen Paramore of Seguin, TX; grandsons David Content and wife Katy of Spring, TX and Russell Content and wife Pamela of Houston, TX; great grandsons Alex and Ben Content; sister Helen Corbitt of Refugio, TX; and numerous loving nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Eva Paramore will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, June 11, 2010, at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, TX, with Rev. Kenneth Verner officiating. Interment will follow in Tennessee Cemetery, Timpson. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Thursday, June 10, 2010, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson.
To send condolences or to register online, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home,
511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
06/08/2010
Tommie Lee Cotton, passed away June 4, 2010. Services will be Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at 11 A.M. at East Legion CME Church in Timpson, with Elder Johnny Wilson officiating, Rev. W.G. Morris of New Hope CME Pastor.
Tommy Lee was an only child born to the union of Lee and Martha Bell of Timpson, on December 24, 1917. She joined East Legion CME Church at a very early age, had a very strict upbringing in it and she loved her church.
She married to Howard Mays and from this marriage she raised his daughter Lunita May Polly. She later married Mr. Cotton who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her mother and father. Howard Mays and daughter Lunita May Polley. She departed this life June 4, 2010 at Pine Grove Nursing Home.
She leaves to morn her passing; grandchildren, Joyce Dawson of Ft Worth, Reneate barnes of Dallas, Texas Keneth Barnes of Dallas, Texas, Rosalyn Polly of Ft. Worth,Paul Barnes of Timpson, Arlinda Richardson, April and Ashley Johnson whom she called her children; four close cousins, Glenda Johnson Brown of Dallas, Thelma Ray Johnson Green of Los Angeles, Michael R Driver and Luedene Driver of Timpson, a special brother-in-law Sonny Mays of Los Angeles, other cousins and friends.
06/07/2010
Timothy Brian Spruiell, 39, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2010 in Dallas. He was born November 3, 1970 in Levelland to J.C. Spruiell and Carol McCrary Spruiell. Mr. Spruiell was a member of Temple Baptist Church in Odessa.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm, Thursday, June 10, 2010 at Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Shelby County with Bro. Bobby Warr officiating. Interment to follow at Strong Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Jesse Spruiell, Randall Spruiell, Justin Spruiell, Christopher Spruiell, Corky Spruiell and Allan Sruiell.
He is survived by:
Mother, Carol Spruiell of Shelbyville
Brother, Jesse Spruiell & wife Shelli of Marble Falls
Sister, Jan Currington & husband Ted of Shallowater
Fiance, Donna Duke of Timpson
Also several nephews and great nieces.
Preceded in death by:
Father, J.C. Spruiell
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
Letha Mae Hale, 92, of Patroon, passed away Monday, June 7, 2010 at Colonial Pines Nursing Center in San Augustine. She was born November 9, 1917 in Marshall, Arkansas to Walter Foshee and Susie E. Kyle Foshee. Ms. Hale was a member of New Caney Assembly of God.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at Dunnigan Missionary Baptist Church in Shelby County with Rev. Calvin Hancock and Rev. Jeff Headrick officiating. Interment to follow at Dunnigan Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Ms. Hale’s grandsons and great grandsons.
She is survived by:
Daughters:
Betty Risinger and husband Robert of Patroon
Charlene Sue Hale of Splendora
Donna Riley & husband Jerry of Cleveland
Sons:
James Hale & wife Barbara of Patroon
Bobby Hale of Splendora
Fourteen Grandchildren
Also a number of Great Grandchildren and Great Great Grandchildren
Brother-in-Law, Preston Garrison of Harrison, Arkansas
Preceded in death by:
Husband, Claude M. Hale
Daughter, Diana Mae Hale
Grandson, James Royce Risinger
Great Granddaughter, Sarah Emmaline Adame
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
06/07/2010
Graveside services for Syble Bittick Bradshaw, 88, will be held Saturday, June 12 at Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County. She was one of Jehovah's Witnesses and a retired nurse.
Preceded in death by her husband, L.B. Bradshaw.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law Linda Bea and Ottis Clifton Hutto, Sr. of Kilgore, Texas
Her grandchildren:
Cliff, Jr and Teffany Hutto
Bart and Stacy Hutto
Rusty and Brandi Hutto
Her great grandchildren:
Michael Hutto
Madison Hutto
Dylan Hutto
Services are under the direction of Cottle-Pearson Funeral Home, Overton, Texas.
06/06/2010
James Thomas (Tommy) Rogers, age 87, entered into rest at his residence in San Augustine County, Saturday, June 5, 2010. He was born September 17, 1922, in San Augustine County to the late William Madison Rogers and Minnie (Wall) Rogers.
Tommy was a member of the Macune Missionary Baptist Church for 50+ years and taught Adult Sunday School classes there for 35 years. During WWII he served his country as a U.S. Marine. He was a member of the Broaddus Masonc Lodge for more than 60 years. He worked for Diamond Alkali as a Warehouse Manager for 22 years and then as a Purchasing Agent for Holly Farms for 16 years.
He is survived by his wife Patsy Griffin Rogers of San Augustine; daughters Cheryl Rogers Cook and husband Bill of Austin, Deborah Rogers Woods and husband Donald of San Augustine; grandson Joey Woods and wife Heather of San Augustine; great-grandchildren Jesse Logan Woods and Case Aaron Woods, both of San Augustine; and brother Billy Rogers and wife Maxine of San Augustine.
Services will be Monday, June 7, 2010, 2:00 P.M., at the Macune Missionary Baptist Church, San Augustine County, with Bro. Burl McBride and Bro. Travis Kitchens officiating. Burial will follow in the Macune Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, June 6, 2010, 5:00 till 8:00 P.M. in Wyman Roberts Funeral Home.
Pallbearers: Dennis Eakin, Kenneth Eakin, Donald Woods, Bill Cook, Rodney Fox and Larry Epps Honorary Pallbearers: Orville Fonville, Charles Fonville, Jerry Fonville, Thomas Fonville, Jerry Fonville, Bill Goyens, Jesse Woods and Case Woods
Online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
06/03/2010
Solomon Zane Allen, 13, of Center, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2010.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 6, 2010 at First Baptist Church in Center with Bro. Bruce James officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday, June 5, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born May 29, 1997 to Matt Allen and Cheri (Lucas) Wheeler. He was a member of Center Christian Church. Zane just completed the 6th grade at Center Middle School. He was a member of the school band where he played the drums and he was also on the 6th grade tennis team. Zane truly was an outdoorsman. He loved to hunt, fish, riding 4-wheelers, swimming and he also loved riding his horse, named “Pinky”. He loved playing outside with his cousins and friends where he definately was “ ALL BOY”! Zane was a member of the Shelby County Roughrider mounted drill team. He was also a member of the Shelby County 4-H where he showed goats in the Shelby County Livestock Show.
He is preceded in death by his Grandfather, Gilbert Wheeler and Brother, Cory Bertrand.
He is survived by:
Parents:
Don & Cheri Wheeler of Center
Matt & Charlotte Allen of Center
Brothers & Sisters:
Brett Wheeler of Center
Luc Allen of Center
Ben Wheeler of California
Whitnee Allen Lee & husband, Ricky of Center
Sydnee Allen of Center
Grandparents:
Bonnie & Claude Lucas of Center
Johnny & Lillian Allen of Center
Kathryn Wheeler of Center
Aunts & Uncles:
Austin Lucas, Will and Kelly Lucas,
Pam & Wallace Hibbard, Kathy Brittain,
Becky & Bill House, Debbie & Lacy Andrews,
David & Dana Allen, Steve & Kristi Allen,
Lynn & Christine Raymond and Lucy & Enrique Rodriguez
Numerous Cousins & Friends
Pallbearers:
Brett Wheeler, Ben Wheeler, Luc Allen, Austin Lucas, Will Lucas, David Allen, Jonathan Brittain, Kenton Collins and Ricky Lee
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
06/01/2010
Era “Pud” Sanders, 76, of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.
Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 3, 2010 at Brookland Cemetery in Joaquin with Bro. Jody Hooper officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 2, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born April 20, 1934 to John Preston May and Ola Dorothy (Lowe) Jensen.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, John May and Ola Dorothy Jensen, Brother, Orval May and Sisters, Vera Moore and Sue.
She is survived by:
3 Daughters:
Barbara Johnson & husband, Chris of Pagosa Springs, CO
Shirley Nilsen & husband, German of Houston
Tammy Sanders of Joaquin
Granddaughter:
Summer Lindsey & husband, Chad of Houston
Great Grandson:
Emerson Lindsey
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
