08/31/2011
Ramon D. Jamison, 72, of Center, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at his residence. He was born on November 17, 1938 in San Augustine County to Marvin Jamison and Velma Walters Jamison. Mr. Jamison was a deacon at The Called Out Church in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Friday, September 2, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, September 3, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Waller and Bro. Cecil Chessher officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Pallbearers will be Brad Jernigan, Matthew Jamison, Randy Strickland, Andy Bailey, Michael Spells and Johnny Rodriguez. Honorary pallbearer will be Casey Grabbs.
Mr. Jamison is survived by:
Wife, of 54 years, Rani Fleming Jamison of Center
Daughters:
Kim Jamison and Kayla Hester of Waco
Dyan Grabbs and husband, Michael of Winona
Son, Al Jamison and wife, Debbie of Powaway, California
Nine Grandchildren
Twelve Great-grandchildren and one on the way
Special Friends:
Andy and Lette Bailey
Michael Spells
And numerous others
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Marvin Jamison and Velma Walters Jamison
Kim, Dyan and Al would like to offer our most heartfelt appreciation for all the cards, visits, care and concern that has been shown not just recently, but through the years.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Derek Mark Moore, 23, of Huxley, passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2011 in Bismarck, North Dakota as a result of an automobile accident.
Service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 5, 2011 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Billy Windham and Bro. BJ Windham officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, September 4, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born October 29, 1987 in Longview to Nathan Moore and Kim (Wilson) Moore. He attended New Harmony Missionary Baptist Church. He was currently employed by Great White Pressure Control as a Snubbing Supervisor. Derek loved hunting & the outdoors. He will be greatly missed.
He is preceded in death by his Grandmother, Anita Faye (Pinell) Wilson.
Among his survivors include:
Wife:
Sheri Denby Moore of Huxley
3 Sons:
Braylen Moore, Ryan Moore & Dallas Derek Moore
Mother:
Kim Moore of Center
Father:
Nathan Moore of Huxley
Grandparents:
Charles & Bille Sue Moore of Deberry
Mark & Mary Lou Wilson of Tenaha
2 Brothers:
Joseph & Jonathan Moore of Shreveport, LA
Father-in-law:
Timmy Denby of Shelbyville
Mother-in-law:
Janice Denby of Lufkin
Numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins & Friends
Pallbearers:
Nathan Moore, Jody Kindred, Dillan Kinkaid, Jarrod Denby,
Jaime Martinez, Shane Cuff, Jeremy Davis and Buddy Jones
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
08/26/2011
Funeral service for Mr. Chad David Clifton, 32, of Nacogdoches, Texas will be held on Sunday, August 28, 2011, at 2:00 pm at Holly Springs Baptist Church with Pastor Homer Murray officiating. Burial will follow at Holly Springs Cemetery with full Military Honors.
Chad was born on December 25, 1978, in Fort Worth, Texas. He passed away on August 24, 2011, in Nacogdoches, Texas. Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2011, from 6-8 pm at Laird Funeral Home.
Chad grew up in Nacogodches. He graduated from Garrison High School and attended Angelina College. He served his country in the US Marine Corps in the reserves in Galveston and serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was honorably discharged as a Corporal E-4 after six years of service.
Chad loved to hunt, fish and garden, anything that had to do with the outdoors. He loved to tinker with things and had a knack for fixing anything. He was a self employed logger and loved to cook for his family. Chad was a wonderful son, husband, father, brother and uncle and all who knew and loved Chad will miss his tremendous spirit.
Chad is survived by his loving wife of six years, Amanda Heflin Clifton of Nacogdoches; a son, Lane Clifton; daughter, Bailey Heflin; parents, Sammy and Linda Clifton, all of Nacogdoches; one sister, Cheri Reneau and husband, Bart of Garrison; paternal grandmother, Ada Weatherly of Nacogdoches; father and mother-in-law, Wayne and Patty Heflin of Nacogdoches; sister-in-law, Gena Vaughn and Casey of Houston; brother-in-laws, Jeff Heflin and wife, Becky, of Katy, Jason Hattermann and wife, Debbie of Nacogdoches, and Greg and wife, Stephanie of Nacogdoches; nieces and nephews, Cadie and Chloe of Garrison, Jacob, Reagan, and Reese of Katy, and Madison, Emma, and Kelsi of Nacogdoches; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and other extended family and great friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Louis and Della Livingston and grandfather, Gordon Weatherly.
Pallbearers will be Corey Lunsford, Chris Lunsford, Ryan Clifton, Jamey Clifton, Michael Clifton, Jason Rhame, Jeff Rhame, Johnny Cook, Anthony Clifton, Chad Nelson, Stephen Johnson, Caleb Mills, Justin Hancock, Kent Curbow, Shannon Lloyd and Christopher Stanaland.
Roy L. Permenter, 66, of Shelbyville passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2011 at Life Care Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana. He was born in Shelby County on August 7, 1945 to Thomas Bryant Permenter and Nellie Taylor Permenter. Mr. Permenter was a member of Pipefitters Local #195. He attended Mt. Calvary Full Gospel Church.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Friday, August 26, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Billy Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Pallbearers will be Ron Permenter, Dennis Permenter, Michael Jarrell, Buck E. Furlow, Huie Permenter and Wesley Permenter. Honorary pallbearers will be Phillip Chambliss and Ricky Plunkett.
Mr. Permenter is survived by:
Wife, Patricia Permenter of Shelbyville
Son, Wesley Permenter and wife, Lynette of Shelbyville
Daughter, Denisa Plunkett and husband, Ricky of Joaquin
Stepdaughters:
Carol Windham and husband, Billy of Shelbyville
Marla Denby and husband, Tony of Shelbyville
LeAnne and husband, Phillip Chambliss of Shelbyville
Holly Amburn and husband, Robert of Shelbyville
Stepsons:
Junior Dean and wife, Joyce of Shelbyville
Granddaughter, Amy Permenter of Shelbyville
Grandsons:
Charles Roy Permenter of Shelbyville
Cody Greer of Joaquin
Michael Lilly of Logansport, Louisiana
8 Step Grandchildren
9 Step Great Grandchildren
Brothers:
W.T. Permenter of Belton
Gus Permenter of Joaquin
Sam Permenter of Lufkin
Huie Permenter of Logansport, Louisiana
Sisters:
Mary Jarrell of Lufkin
Mag Jarrell of Huxley
Jo Beth Dubois of Bridge City
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
A Host of Friends
Preceded in death by: Parents, Thomas Bryant and Nellie Taylor Permenter; Wife, Lawana Permenter; Sisters, Daisy Permenter and Janice Spruell
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/25/2011
Wesley Blake Jones passed away August 6, 2011, in Cartagena, Columbia. He was 34 years old.
Blake was a 1994 graduate of Nacogdoches High School. He attended Texas A & M before going into the offshore oil industry. He worked as an Assistant Driller, traveling throughout the world. Blake loved sporting events, a passion he enjoyed sharing with his beloved brother, Jeffrey. He delighted in showering his mother and brother with gifts sent from around the world. He will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.
Blake is preceded in death by his father, Charles Wesley Jones. He leaves behind his mother, Patricia Jones; one brother, Jeffrey Wade Jones; and sister-in-law, Kellie Buth Jones.
Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, August 27, 2011, in Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, with Dr. Josh Walters officiating. Interment will follow in Corinth Cemetery, Timpson.
To convey 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.
Mr. James Elmer McBride, 89, lifelong resident of of San Augustine County, Texas, passed from this life on Wednesday, August 24, 2011, in Lufkin, Texas.
A native of San Augustine County, Texas, he was born to Joseph E. and Robi (Fitzgerald) McBride on April 22, 1922. He was a WWII Veteran. He answered the call to serve his country in the Army on November 28, 1942, in Camp Walters, Texas. He served in France, Holland, Belguim, and Germany, with the 413th Infantry Regiment, Company K. He achieved the rank of Technical Sargent. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal along with other medals. He was discharged with honors on November 8, 1945.
He married the love of his life, Betty Caldwell of San Augustine on November 27th, 1955. They were married 50 years until her death in 2006. They had two children Larry and Linda. He was a farmer, truck driver, and carpenter. He was a beloved father, brother, son and husband. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 27, 2011, in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with interment following in the McRae Cemetery in San Augustine County, Texas. Officiating will be Rick Russell. Visitation will be Friday evening, August 26, 2011, at Wyman Roberts.
He is survived by his children: Son, Larry McBride and his wife, Debbie of San Augustine; Daughter, Linda Hill and her husband, Frank of San Augustine; 7 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. Brothers, Preston McBride and his wife, Maree of Texas City, Texas; Dexter McBride and his wife, JoAnn of San Augustine; Sisters: Pearl McBride Price of Lufkin, Texas, Mildred McBride Tannery of Nacogdoches, Opal McBride Pike of San Augustine; along with other numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty, his parents, Joseph and Robi Fitgerald McBride, Brothers: Doss and Authur McBride.
Pallbearers will be Billy Woods, Christopher Woods, Keith McBride, Ed Pike, and Case Hill.
Online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
08/24/2011
Joann Atherton, 75 of Garrison, Texas passed away on August 23, 2011 in Garrison, Texas.
A memorial service will be held at Holly Springs Baptist Church in Garrison, Texas on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at 2:00pm.
Atherton was born to Rufus Beavers and Alma (Wheeler) Beavers.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Richard Atherton & wife Debbie of Garrison, TX
Steve Atherton of Houston, TX
Kevin Atherton of Garrison, TX
Seven Grandchildren
Three Great Grandchildren
Brothers: Byron Beavers of Center, Tx.
Billy Beavers of Splendora, Tx.
Sister: Lenda Rathwell of League City, Tx.
Funeral Services under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.
Alma Reynolds, 83, of Carthage, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2011 at East Texas Medical Center in Carthage.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 27, 2011 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Reynolds Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, August 26, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born March 7, 1928 to Middelton Jr Cooley and Ivory Jane (Smith) Cooley. She was a member of the Logan Full Gospel Church.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, M.J. and Ivory Cooley, Husband, V.A. “Buck” Reynolds, Children, Virgle Reynolds, Jerald Reynolds and Stacy Reynolds.
She is survived by:
Son: Albert Reynolds & wife Judy of Carthage
Daughter-in-law: Betty Reynolds
Grandchildren: Theresa Jones, Albert Reynolds, Jr.,Cheryl Foley, Angel Reynolds, Raven Whittock, Terry Gene Reynolds, Kevin Haley, David Haley, Joey Haley, Jeffery Haley, Corey Hagler, And Tyler Reynolds
Sisters: Sue Cooley & Dorothy Wright
Numerous Great Grandchildren, 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
Katie Newton Laffety, (95) of Center, passed away at Holiday Nursing Center on Friday, August, 19, 2011. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 27, 2011, at St. Paul Baptist Church, Hopkins St., Center, Texas, at 11:00am. Bro. Freddie D. Wilson will be officiating. Mrs. Laffety will be buried at New Morning Glory Cemetery in Mansfield, Louisiana.
Visitation will be at Hicks Mortuary Chapel on August 26, 2011, from 4-8pm.
Mrs. Laffety local survivals are nephew, James “Studebaker” Newton of Center, special friends Mary & L.B. Suell, and Agnes Jean & Wendell Johnson of Center.
Hicks Mortuary is in charge of services.
Maxine Stark, 92, of Center, passed away Thursday, August 11, 2011 at Home Sweet Home Residential Care in Houston, Texas.
She was born on May 1, 1919 to Flaudia Rachel and Robert Lee Williford of the Antioch community near Center. Maxine was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas of San Augustine, her sister, Syble Williford Rudd, and her brothers, Clifton and Dolf all of Center.
She is survived by two sons, Reggie and Stan of Houston; a daughter, Pamela of Dallas; five grandchildren, Stanley, Jr., Stephen, Scotti, Jeff and Christi; as well as five great grandchildren; Stephen II, Mason, Angeliea, Marissa and Kai all living in the Houston area.
She was a lifelong dedicated Christian who loved the Lord and served as an organist at the Lone Star Baptist Church on Shelbyville Highway for several years. Prior to moving back to Center with her husband, Douglas Stark, who worked for the Light Champion Newspaper, Maxine lived in Houston and attended Thornton St. Baptist, Garden Oaks Baptist and Oak Forest Baptist churches where she played the organ and sang in the choirs.
Maxine and Douglas loved to work in the garden and for a time sold tomato plants and flowers from their home on the Shelbyville Highway.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Bro. Carl Smith presiding.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Ranson Cleve “R.C.” McGee, 80, of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2011 at his residence.
Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 25, 2011 at Strong Cemetery with Bro. Wes Hall officiating.
He was born November 14, 1930 to Allen Taylor “Buck” McGee and Mae Pauline (Moore) McGee.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Allen Taylor “Buck” McGee and Mae Pauline (Moore) McGee, Wife, Lucy Mae McGee and Son, Donald Keith McGee.
He is survived by:
2 Granddaughters:
Stephanie McGee of Canada
Laura Ann McGee of Center
Son: Ronald Eugene “Gene” McGee of Colorado City, Texas
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
08/23/2011
Charles E. Pou, 92, of Orange, died Monday, August 22, 2011, in Orange.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 25, 2011, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend John W. Warren of First United Methodist Church. A graveside service will be at 3:00 p.m., Thursday at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home.
Mr. Pou was born in Tenaha to Nathaniel Allen and Frances (Coussons) Pou on January 12, 1919. He was a graduate of Stephen F. Austin, served as a 1st Lieutenant in the 2nd Armored Division in the North Africa, Sicily and European theatres of WWII and was an accountant for the Lutcher and Moore Lumber Company, American Bridge Division of US Steel and the Orange County Tax Assessor Office. He was also a member of the First United Methodist Church for over 60 years and a member of the Orange Lions Club.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife of 54 years, Sybie Jean (Schrieber) Pou; brother, William T. Pou and sister, Mildred Pou Wisenbaker.
Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Charles E. Pou, Jr. of Washington, D.C.; daughter, Carolyn Jean Pou of Austin; sister, Grace Pou McLaughlin of the Woodlands and numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First United Methodist Church, 502 N 6th St, Orange, TX 77630.
Avis (Duncan) German, 97, of Colmesneil formerly of Lonestar, passed away Monday, August 22, 2011 at her residence.
Graveside Service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 27, 2011 at Duncan Cemetery with Danny Lewis officiating.
She was born June 27, 1914 in Shelby County to William H. and Sally M. (McMahon) Duncan. She worked for the City of Lonestar as the Tax Assessor Collector in Lonestar, Texas.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, William and Sally Duncan, Husband, Ed German, Husband, Willis T. Chapman, Siblings, Syble Shue, Edna Golden, Edelvis Duncan, Ruth Minshue, Freddy Lee Nowell, Arlene Smith and Carlton Duncan.
She is survived by:
3 Brothers:
William “Bill” H. Duncan Jr. of Conroe
Ernest Duncan of Houston
James Duncan & wife, Lois of Jasper
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
Kain Asa Gage May, 3 months, of Joaquin, passed away on August 21, 2011 in Ringgold, Louisiana. He was born on June 4, 2011 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Jimmy May, Jr. and Kendra Tucker Loftin.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am on Wednesday, August 24, 2011 at Joaquin Cemetery with Bro. Luke Garrett officiating.
Pallbearers will be Ronald Loftin, Danny Foshee, Christopher Cassel, and Kenneth Bohannon.
He is survived by:
Father, Jimmy May, Jr. of Joaquin
Mother, Kendra Tucker Loftin of Joaquin
Brother, Sage Davis
Sisters:
Kensleah Loftin
Khloe May
Grandparents, Randy and Margie Garrett of Joaquin
Grandmother, Margaret Tucker of Shreveport, Louisiana
Aunts & Uncles:
Bruce and Teresa Cassel of Ringgold, Louisiana
Maranda Knox of Eddy
Summer Covington of Joaquin
Kourtney Tucker of Shreveport, Louisiana
Janet Tucker of Shreveport, Louisiana
Richard Jones of Joaquin
Great Uncle, Harold Dockens and wife, Janet of Joaquin
Preceded in death by:
Grandfathers:
Jimmy May
Kenneth Tucker
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/22/2011
Graveside services for Jarvis T. Ammons, former Nacogdoches City Manager, will be held at the Martinsville Cemetery, located on FM 95 in Martinsville, Texas, at 10:00 a.m. Monday, Aug. 22, 2011, with Reverend Allen Reed officiating.
Mr. Ammons passed away Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011, at his home surrounded by his family. He has born on June 12, 1926, in Nacogoches and was a resident of the area for most of his life.
Ammons graduated from Texas A&M University in 1949 and held at lifelong allegiance to Aggie tradition. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II on vessels in the Pacific theatre.
Survivors include his sons, Mark Ammons of Nacogdoches and Michael Ammons of Houston, daughter Rose Stanaland and husband Alvin Stanaland of Nacogdoches. He is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces and nephews, and lifelong friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Helen Rose Fuller Ammons, and by his parents, Jim Ammons and Velma Sitton Ammons.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Love, INC.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, located at 5400 North Street in Nacogdoches, Texas. Online guestbook available at www.casonmonk-metcalf.com.
Louise Gipson Burrows, 89 of Garrison, passed away Friday, August 19, 2011 in Garrison, Texas. She was born November 10, 1921 in Garrison, Texas to Jim Henry Williams and Shellie Cook.
Visitation was held Sunday, August 21, 2011 from 2pm - 3pm at Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison. Funeral services were held Sunday, August 21, 2011 at 3pm in Garrison Funeral Home Chapel, Garrison, Texas with Bro. John McGuire officiating. Interment followed at Greenwood Cemetery, Garrison, Texas. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Garrison and was a retired secretary of Garrison ISD.
She is survived by:
Son: Dr. Vance Gipson and wife Marilyn of Lubbock, Texas
Daughters:
Betty Pledger and husband Roy of Garrison, Texas
Faye Frasier and husband Pat of Corpus Christi, Texas
Step-daughter: Jane Weems of Tyler, TX
Step-son: Marvin Burrows of Carrollton, TX
Grandchildren: Karen, Blake, Denise, Jeffrey, Lynn, Shellie, Berri, and Causby
8 Step grandchildren
17 Great grandchildren
Preceded in death by parents; husbands: O.H. Gipson and Billy Burrows, 1 brother and 1 stepson
Pallbearers:
Bob Barton, Pete Stokes, Rusty Cook, Joe Pledger, Jessie Stokes, Elmer Edgmon, Kyle Lee
Funeral services under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas
Graveside services for Mrs. Nelda Jean Clark, age 73, of Longview, TX formerly of Carthage, TX, will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 22, 2011, at Mt. Bethel Cemetery near Gary, TX with Pastor David Proctor officiating under the direction of Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home. Mrs. Clark passed away on Saturday night, Aug. 20, 2011, in Kilgore, TX.
Nelda Jean Graves Clark was born on May 1, 1938, in Carthage, TX to Deward Lee and Nancy Nello Ritter Graves. She graduated from Carthage High School with the class of 1955, and attended Tyler Business College. Mrs. Clark married Leo Willis Clark on Nov. 30, 1957, in Carthage and he preceded her in death on Oct. 4, 2008. She worked as a bank teller at First National Bank in Carthage for many years and was the first person to operate a bank computer in Carthage. Mrs. Clark loved planting flowers, shopping, and helping others. She loved her family dearly, was a wonderful Christian mother, and dear friend. Mrs. Clark was of the Baptist faith and was a member of the Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church. She moved to Longview in 2006. She was also preceded in death by her parents and a son-in-law, David Wayne Youngblood who passed away on Dec. 19, 1990.
Mrs. Clark is survived by one daughter, Stephanie Clark of Longview; one son, Leo Anthony Clark and wife Angela of Center; three brothers, Rex Graves and wife Beverly of Carthage, Lynn Graves and wife Darline of Carthage, and Johnny Earl Graves and wife Patsy of Denver; three grandchildren, Jessica and LeAnn Clark of Center and Ryan Youngblood of Nacogdoches. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and many friends also survive Mrs. Clark.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the staff and nurses of Margaret’s House/Beacon Hospice of Longview for the loving care shown to Mrs. Clark.
If desired, memorials may be made to Margaret’s House/Beacon Hospice, 5016 Gilmer Rd., Longview TX 75604.
A guestbook may be signed online at www.jimerson-lipsey.com.
08/18/2011
Funeral service for Mr. Willie Adams (76) of Lufkin, Texas will be Saturday, August 20, 2011, at 11:00am. The funeral will be at First Baptist Church, Lufkin,Texas, Rev. W.R. Ricks, officiating.
Burial will be at New Center Prospect Cemetery in Pollock, Texas. Mr. Adams died at Willowbrook Nursing Center in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Mr. Adams is survived by his wife Mrs. Sharon Adams.
Hicks Mortuary in charge of services.
08/15/2011
Jonathan "Jon" Blake Dane, age 28 of Kingwood, Texas passed away Saturday, August 13, 2011. He was born March 13, 1983 in Tyler, Texas to Louis E. Dane, Sr. and Debbie Ballard Dane.
He was Gymnastics Coach. He was of the Baptist faith.
Visitation will be held from 5pm - 8pm Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine. Funeral services will be held at 11am Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at First Baptist Church in San Augustine with Bro. Joe Ballard, Bro. Dave Ballard, Matt Earnest and Adam Edgar officiating. Interment will follow at Liberty Hill Memorial Garden, San Augustine, Texas.
He is survived by:
Mother: Debbie Ballard Dane of San Augustine
Father: Lou Dane of Tulsa, Oklahoma
Sister: Christy Drinkard and husband Todd of Palestine
Brother: Louis "JR" Dane, Jr. and wife Anna of Snead Ferry, NC
Grandparents: Jim and Glenda Ballard of Palestine
Grandmother: Martha Dane of Missouri
Nieces and nephews: Karley, Brianna, Kathryn and Darnell, Thomas, Mason, Luke, Emmalee and Jai
Great-niece: Brooklynn
Preceded in death by his grandfather Evert Leo Dane
Pallbearers will be J.R. Dane, Todd Drinkard, Adam Edgar, Sam McGee, Jared Spraggins, Kevin Reiland, Brian Jarrell, Matt Earnest.
In Lieu of Flowers you may contribute to Jonathan Blake Dane Athletic/ Gymnastics Scholarship acct. at First Bank & Trust of East Texas acct #8411710
Online obituary and condolences posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
Arrangements under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas
Funeral services for Wilma J. Wallace, formerly Wilma J. Rholes, age 82, of Sulphur Springs will be conducted at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at West Oaks Funeral Home Chapel with Jim Thompson officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Mineola with Ryan Rholes, Edward Rholes, Eric Rholes, Eric Walden II, Jordan Walden and Micah Walden serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at West Oaks Funeral Home.
Mrs. Wallace passed away Saturday, August 13, 2011 at Trinity Mother Frances Hospital. Mrs. Wallace was born on June 11, 1929 in Morris County, the daughter of Austin and Edith Marie Parham. She married Frank W. Rholes III in 1950 and he preceded her in death in 1990. She married M. E. Wallace in 1998 and he preceded her in death in 2010. Mrs. Wallace was a Teacher for over 30 years and she retired from the Sulphur Springs Independent School District. She was a member of the League Street Church of Christ and the Retired Teachers Association.
She is survived by two sons, Steve Rholes and wife Ramona Paetzold of College Station, Gary Rholes and wife Julie of Center, step-children, David Wallace and wife Carolyn of Sunnyvale, W. E. “Paul” Wallace and wife Linda of Sulphur Springs, Mathew Wallace of Alto, Mark Wallace of Rockwall, Jeff Sterling of Rockwall, Lydia Walden and husband Eric of Commerce, brother, Glen Parham and wife Jeanette of Mt. Pleasant, sisters, Christine Ballew of Lakeway, Lonita Thompson of Daingerfield, grandchildren, Ryan Rholes, Kelly Rholes Bara and husband Troy, Edward Rholes and Eric Rholes, step-grandchildren, Dr. Brian Wallace, Melissa Gastineau, Jonathan Wallace, Benjamin Wallace, Eric Walden II, Jordan Walden, Micah Walden, Chesley Powell, Justin Peterson, Alyssa Peterson and seven step-great grandchildren.
In addition to her husbands she was preceded in death by her parents. Memorials may be made to the League Street Church of Christ, 1100 South League Street, Sulphur Springs, Texas 75482 or to the Special Olympics with Como-Pickton ISD or to a Charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of West Oaks Funeral Home. www.westoaksfuneralhome.com
Dorothy Bonner, 75, of Joaquin, passed away Sunday, August 14, 2011 at her home. She was born on August 17, 1935 in Joaquin, Texas to William Moore and Wilma Douglas Moore. Ms. Bonner was a member of the First Baptist Church in Joaquin.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 pm, Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro. Paul Silvey and Bro. Rex Gray officiating. Interment will follow at Lone Cedar Cemetery in Joaquin.
Pallbearers will be Jacob Metcalf, Wade Bonner, Justin Bell, Justin Bonner, Zack Bonner and David Bonner.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Randy Bonner and wife, Jeanette of Joaquin
Mark Bonner of Joaquin
Tim Bonner and wife, Jenifer of Joaquin
Daughter, Janet Metcalf and husband, Bubba of Tenaha
Grandchildren:
Amanda Bell and husband, Justin of Center
Zachary Bonner and wife, Laurie of Willis
David Bonner and wife, Holly of Joaquin
Wade Bonner of Joaquin
Hana Bonner of Joaquin
Rana Metcalf of Dallas
Jacob Metcalf of Tenaha
Kyla Metcalf of Tenaha
Kaylee Metcalf of Tenaha
Justin Wilburn of Joaquin
Five Great Grandchildren:
Chloe, Brantley and Ramsey Bonner
Halle Bonner
Carter Bell
Sister, Linda Hunt and husband, Ken of Jacksonville, Arkansas
Brother, W.A. Moore and wife, Mary Ann of Joaquin
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/12/2011
Al Villarreal, 15, of San Augustine, passed from this life on Wednesday, August 10, 2011, in San Augustine, after an extended braved fought illness.
Al was a native of Brazoria County, Texas, and was born to Heather Kathlene Bragg on July 14, 1996. He was a very special and much loved young man. The family would like to express "special thanks" to Tisha Malone (Lisha), Crystal Hawkins, and Shante Williams, Barbara Jackson, and Barbara Jackson, Edie Miller, Ashley Traylor, and Kim Hagler, for being Moms to him.
Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, August 15, 2011, in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with Father Steven Secaur officiating. Interment will follow in the New Hope Cemetery in Sabine County. Visitation will be Sunday evening, August 14, 2011, from the hours of 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, 316 Columbia Street, San Augustine, Texas.
Survivors include: His Mother: Heather Bragg of Odgen, Utah; Brothers: Romeo, Sebastain and Koston of Utah; Grandmother: Patricia (Lele) of San Augustine; Great-Grandmother: Haldai (Nanny) Compton of San Augustine; Aunt: Morgan (Nonnie) Bragg; Uncles: Jeren (Jay) Davis; Sherman Bragg; Great Aunt: Debbie (Doo-Doo) Horne, along with a lot of other family members, great aunts, great uncles, and cousins, and the extended family at Colonial Pines Nursing and Rebab. in San Augustine.
Pallbearers will be Tim Malone, Scott Carmichael, Billy Horne and Burl Tarver.
Online condolences and obituary may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
08/11/2011
Graveside services for James F. Glaze, 82, will be held Friday, August 12, 2011, 5:00 pm, at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley, TX, Officiating will be Bro. Joe Walkerv. Visitation will be Thursday, August 11, 2011, 6:00 - 8:00 pm at the Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Logansport, LA
James was born Shelby County, TX, November 5, 1928 to John Henry and Clare Wilburn Glaze. He passed away Wednesday, August 10, 2011, at his residence in Tenaha, Texas.
Preceding Mr. Glaze in death were his parents and son, James Edward Glaze.
He is survived by his loving wife, Betty; daughters, Diane Wilderson, Kay Bates amd Mary Jacobs; sons, Johnny Wayne and Glenn Glaze; step-daughter, Gina Greer; 18 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 4 step-grandchildren.
Pallbearers are Roy Cheatwood, David Cheatwood, Shelby Thompson, Rickey Daw, Earl McGee and Travis Rogers.
James will be dearly missed by all who new and loved him.
In lieu of flowers, you are encouraged to send memorials to the American Heart Association or to the American Lung Association.
08/10/2011
James E. Westerfield, 89, of Plano formerly of Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at his residence.
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 13, 2011 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rex Gray officiating and Masonic Rights Service under the direction of Joaquin Masonic Lodge # 856. Burial will follow at Lone Cedar Cemetery with military honors under the direction of the Local VFW Post #8904. Visitation will be Friday, August 12, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
Mr. Westerfield was born on Jan. 15, 1922 in McGregor, Texas in McLennan County to Parents, Charley Brown Westerfield and Janetta Katherine (Walter) Westerfield. He served in the US Army and is a veteran of World War II, Battle of the Bulge. He was a member of the Joaquin Masonic Lodge # 856. He was a supervisor for Armco Steel for many years. He was a longtime member of the Lone Cedar Missionary Baptist Church in Joaquin and currently a member of the First Baptist Church of Richardson, TX.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Charles & Janetta Westerfield, Son; Doug Westerfield, and Siblings; Nelo Gean Baggett, Ruth Shumate, Lorraine Smith, Lindy Westerfield, Frank Westerfield, Joe Bob Westerfield,
Among his survivors include:
Wife: Mertie Mae (Bonner) Westerfield of Plano
Daughter: Margaret Quartel & husband, Don of Plano
Daughter-in-law: Cindy Westerfield
Grandchildren: Scott Quartel and wife, Sarah, Carrie Canaday & husband, Jason, LeeAnn Hightower
Great Grandchildren: Crystal Westerfield and Aaron & Courtney Gordon, Bradley & Zoe Quartel, Ava Canaday
Great Great Grandchild: Trinity Westerfield
Siblings: Roy Westerfield & wife, Louise, Cleta Smith, Claude Westerfield & wife, Cathy
Pallbearers will be his Grandsons; Scott Quartel and Jason Canaday, and Nephews, Gene Adams, Jim Bonner, Wayne Gray and Randy Bonner.
Additional Information will be given at a later time.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Nolan Holloway, 74 of San Augustine, passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at his residence in San Augustine. He was born May 24, 1937 in San Augustine to Vera Clifton Holloway and Cornelia Sowell Holloway. He served in the US Army during the Korean War.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at Attoyac Baptist Church, San Augustine, Texas starting at 6pm. Funeral service will be held at 10am Thursday, August 11, 2011 at Attoyac Baptist Church with Bro. Skipper Eberian officiating. Interment will follow at Attoyac Cemetery in San Augustine County.
He is survived by wife of 50 years: Helen Holloway of San Augustine
Sons: Vance Holloway of San Augustine; Danny Holloway and Christine of San Augustine
Daughters: Tammy Sowell of San Augustine; Ava Fountain and Kenneth of San Augustine
15 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren
Sisters: Marita Norton and James of San Augustine; Janice Morton and Gary of San Augustine
Brother: Clifton Dean Holloway and Helen of San Augustine
Sister-in-law: Faye Holloway, Kay Pike both of San Augustine
Brother-in-law: David Jansen and Sue of Shelby County
Preceded in death by parents, Clifton Holloway and Cornelia Sowell Holloway; brothers Joe Vance Holloway and Larry Holloway.
Online obituary and condolences posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
Services under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home San Augustine, Texas
08/09/2011
Funeral services for Warren Corder Brown, 86, of Tyler, TX, will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, August 12, 2011, at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, with Dr. Josh Walters officiating. Interment will follow in Dixon Cemetery, Timpson. Visitation will be from 12 noon until service time at 2:00 PM on Friday. Mr. Brown passed away Monday, August 8, 2011, in Tyler, TX.
Born June 14, 1925, in Timpson, TX, Warren C. Brown was the son of the late John Allen and Lorena “Renie” (Corder) Brown. He was a graduate of Timpson High School, Kilgore College, and the University of Texas. He was a pharmacist for over 50 years. Mr. Brown grew up a Baptist and also attended the Presbyterian church. Warren Brown was a member of the Masonic Lodge and served as Chief Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy on an aircraft carrier in the South Pacific during World War II.
Survivors include son Robert C. Brown of Shelbyville, TX; daughters: Suzanne Baldon and husband Paul of Waco, Marilou Smith of Nacogdoches, Lori Brown and husband Bobby Stevens of Atlanta, GA, Katherine Brown of Tyler, and Cynthia Pumphrey and husband Jay of Georgetown, TX; grandchildren: Jennifer Holm, Jessica Fenton, Robbie Brown, Thomas Brown, John Phillip Mahfood, Sebastian Mahfood, Vincent Mahfood, Valerie Mahfood, Amber Smith, Riley Pumphrey, and Payton Pumphrey; and 12 great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Warren C. Brown was preceded in death by his brother John A. Brown, Jr.
To convey 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.
08/08/2011
Funeral services for Mrs. Lorine Gaddis (96) will be Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at 11:00am, at Loop 500 Church of Christ in Center,Texas. Brother Brandon Robinson and Bro. Kidd will be officiating. Burial will be at St. John Cemetery in Center, Texas. Mrs. Lorine Gaddis died Friday, August 5, 2011. Her survivors are: (4) sons Weldon Greer Sr. (Patsy) of Center, Texas, James Greer of Center, Texas, Felton Greer of Giddings, Texas, and Valton Greer of Giddings, Texas.
Mr. Robert V. Page, 70, of Houston, passed away Sunday, August 8, 2011, in Houston.
A native of Kirbyville, Texas, he was born to Lonie (Clark) Page, and Sam Page on June 25, 1941. He had lived in the Houston area for a number of years, and was employed as a Carpenter working in the construction business.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 10, 2011, at the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel with interment following in the Attoyac Cemetery in San Augustine County. Visitation will be Tuesday evening, August 9, 2011, from the hours of 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Wyman Roberts Funeral Home.
His survivors include: His wife, of 51 years, Nancy Page of Houston; Sons: Jason Page and Amanda of Kingwood; Eric Page and Kay of Spring; Grandchildren: Robert Page and Eric Page, Jr.;Great-Grandchildren: Seth Page, and Kyla Page; Nephew: Randal Ward; Nieces: Dana Ancel, Lanonie Boyd, and Charlotte Hancock; Unofficial Adopted Son: Jorge Martinez and James Gregory and Sister-in-law: LaMyrle Thomas
Pallbearers will be James Gregory, Jorge Martinez, Charlie Berryman, Randal Ward, Brad Chance, and Kerry Miller.
Online condolences and obituary may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
Carol Lewis Stevens, of the Tennessee Community, passed away yesterday, August 7, 2011 at E.T.M.C. in Tyler, after a short illness. Carol was born August 31st, 1956 in Hornell, New York.
She is survived by her loving family, her husband of 34 years, Andy. Her daughter Rachel Stevens of Nacogdoches, her grandson Phoenix Conditt of Nacogdoches, Her Son Jeremy Stevens, his wife Christina and their son, Joshua of Ft.Carson Colorado. Her Mother, Louella Vincent of Canandaigua N.Y. Brother, Robert Lewis of Alfred Station, N.Y. Her sister, Alyce Carpenter of Wellsville, N.Y. and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A memorial service will be held to honor her at Garrison Funeral Home, Thursday August 11, at 7pm. Pastor David Woodard will be officiating.
Billy Bob Thomason, 75, of Center, passed away at his residence on Monday, August 08, 2011. He was born on March 5, 1936, in Shelby County, to Allen R. Thomason and Fleta Potts Thomason. Billy Bob was a life-long member of the First Methodist Church in Center. He was the owner and operator of Johnny’s Package Store for over 35 years.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Rev. Joel D. McMahon III officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Bill Holt, Steve Tinkle, Mike Jones, James Paul Wilson, John Lee Pigg, L.H. Hewitt, Bobby Wilson and Chris Goodwin. Honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Matthews, Henry Whittlesey, Gary Carroll, John Dean Windham, Pat Buddin and Jimmy Jack Beale.
He is survived by:
Wife, of 29 years, Donna Schillings Thomason of Center
Daughter, Dawn Barnes and husband, Trey of Gary
Grandsons:
Tate Barnes of Gary
Brant Barnes of Gary
Sister-in-law, Ann Bowen and husband, Billy of Center
Brother-in-law, Joe Tom Schillings and wife, Kathryn of Shelbyville
Cousins:
Ruby Gunnels of Center
Betty Willis of Center
Virginia Stone of Garland
Nieces:
Shana Brittain and husband, Boby
Jennifer Leach and husband, Mark
Nephew, Jon Schillings and wife, Joanna
Great nieces and nephews:
Seth and Jaxon Brittain
Colt and Gracie Leach
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Allen “Cheese” Thomason and Fleta Potts Thomason
Cousin, James Buckner
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Center or the Methodist Children’s Home in Waco.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Kathleen Hudson, 83, of Center, passed away Monday, August 8, 2011 at her residence under the care of LifeCare Hospice.
A Memorial Visitation will be Saturday, August 13, 2011 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born November 24, 1927 to Alonzo and Vera (Floyd) Covington. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Alonzo and Vera Covington, Husband, Fred Hudson, Jr.,
Son, Paul Hudson, Daughter, Donna Stewart, Sisters, Becky Stewart and Alonzola Studdard.
She survived by:
Son: Fred Hudson, III of Center
Son: Willie Hudson & wife, Cindy of Mineral Wells
Daughter-in-law: Vicky Hudson of Center
Daughter-in-law: Sherrie Hudson of Dallas
Son-in-law: Don Stewart of Nacogdoches
Daughter-in-law: Belinda Cordova of McAllen
5 Grandchildren: Warren C. Hudson, Lauren Cofino, Paula Hudson, Jill Parker, Leah Collette
Great Grandson: Santiago Cofino, Cooper Collette
Sisters-in-law: Charlene Kramer, Robbie Still, Dorothy Lynch
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
08/05/2011
Funeral services for Joe Emmett Nelson, 89, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, August 7, 2011, at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, with Rev. Cliff Hughes officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery, Timpson. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time. Mr. Nelson passed away August 5, 2011, in Center, TX.
Born November 28, 1921, in Timpson, TX, Joe Emmett Nelson was the son of the late Charlie S. and Hettie (Graves) Nelson. He was a graduate of Timpson High School and a U. S. Army veteran of World War II. He and Christine Franks were married in Tyler, TX, on April 30, 1945. Mr. Nelson was a lab technician for Neches Butane for 33 years in Port Neches, TX. In 1981 he and Christine moved back to his homeplace in the Silas Community near Timpson.
Having grown up on a farm, he always appreciated his rural heritage. Hunting, fishing, and shrimping while living on the coast, brought him much pleasure. After his retirement, he continued to enjoy outside work, such as mowing and gardening.
Survivors include his wife Christine of Timpson; sons Charles Nelson and wife Brenda of Moss Bluff, LA, and Neal Nelson and wife Valerie of Nederland; daughters Janis Nelson of Houston and Jackie Cravey and husband Michael of Spring; brothers Gordon Nelson and Elzie Nelson, both of Timpson; grandchildren David and Meagan Nelson and Kevin and Kelli Cravey; and great grandchildren Zac and Maddox Nelson.
In addition to his parents, Joe E. Nelson was preceded in death by his son Carl Nelson.
To convey condolences online, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
Gregory Dean Mora, 52, of Lufkin, passed away on August 5, 2011 at Memorial Medical Center in Lufkin. Mr. Mora was born on April 22, 1959, in Center, to Edward Mora and Marie Robinson Mora. He was a member of Heritage Baptist Church. Mr. Mora was retired from Lufkin Industries with over 20 years of service and had most recently been employed by Hudson ISD.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Sunday, August 7, 2011 at Watson & sons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Monday, August 8, 2011 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Dennis Rushing officiating Interment will be at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Jerry Denney, Larry Russell, Johnny Grayson, Ronnie Mora, Jerry Mora and Gary Mora.
He is survived by:
Wife, Connie Barlow Mora of Lufkin
Son, Chris Mora and wife, Courtney of Lubbock
Parents, Edward and Marie Mora of Center
Brothers:
Jerry Mora and wife, Kathy of Center
Ronnie Mora and wife, Mona of Nacogdoches
Gary Mora of Center
In-laws, Mr. & Mrs. Ray Barlow of Center
Sisters-in-law:
Cheryl Denny and husband, Jerry of Alabama
JoAnne Russell and husband, Larry of Huntington
Kathy Grayson and husband, Johnny of Center
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Priscilla Louise Sharpton, age 29, of San Augustine, passed from this life on Thursday, August 4, 2011, in Shelby County, Texas, as a result of a automobile accident.
Priscilla was born to Naomi (Drawhorn) Sharpton and Tommy Sharpton on November 15, 1981, in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was known by her sweet smile on her face, having previously worked for Brookshire Brothers in San Augustine, and presently, she was employed by Walmart in Center, as a Photo Lab Technician. She was a member of the First Baptist Church.
Memorial Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, August 8, 2011, at the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel in San Augustine with Bro. Rick Russell officiating.
Her survivors include: Her Husband: Chris Terrell of San Augustine; Mother: Naomi Sharpton of San Augustine, along with numerous Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins, and many friends.
She is preceded in death by her father, Tommy Sharpton
Online Obituary and Condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
08/04/2011
Funeral service for Mrs. Flora Elizabeth Davis Fancher, 96, will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2011, at 11:00 am at Laird Funeral Home with James Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at White Rock Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service starting at 10:00 am at Laird Funeral Home.
Mrs. Fancher was born on April 24, 1915, in Center, Texas to the late Charles Thomas and Dolly Danley Davis. She passed away on August 3, 2011, in Nacogdoches. Flora lived her entire life in the Grigsby Community in Shelby County until 1990 when she moved to Nacogdoches to be closer to her daughter.
She is survived by her children, Joe Fancher and wife, Alma of Dallas, Allen Fancher of Lufkin and Barbara Clifton and husband, Hollis of Nacogdoches; granddaughters, Sonja Rouse and husband, Stewart of Boerne, Texas, Carrie Fry and husband, Darryl of Baytown, Sherrie Sikes of Midland, Michele Coats and husband, Michael of Nacogdoches and Kelly Fancher of Dallas; six great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by five siblings and her husband, Samuel Thomas Fancher.
Pallbearers will be Daryl Fry, Rex Davis, Stewart Rouse, Haron Russell, Beeman Johnson and Michael Coats.
Honorary pallbearers will be Ray Byars and Roger Hillyer.
To offer condolence or to sign an online register book please log onto www.lairdfh.net
08/02/2011
Funeral service for Mr. Veston Monroe "Tenny" Harvey, 86, of Gary, Texas will be held on Thursday, August 4, 2011, at 10:00 am at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Roy Platt officiating. Burial will be at Corinth Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, August 3, 2011, from 6-8 pm at Taylor Funeral Home.
Mr. Harvey was born on April 9, 1925, in the Wilder Community, Texas to the late Jones Jefferson and Sallie Anderson Harvey. Veston was a long time member of Corinth Cemetery Board. He farmed most of his life but worked for Texaco for 20 years before retiring and was a member of the Garrett Springs Christian Church and currently was attending Woodland Christian Church in Timpson.
Being a farmer, he spent a lot of time outdoors, doing this he gained a love of fishing and gardening through out his life. Being civic minded he served his community on the Gary School Board.
Veston is survived by his wife of 59 years, Esther Marie Harvey of Gary, Texas; a son, Emmett Harvey and wife, Gayle of Gary, Texas; a daughter, Sandra Abernathy and husband, Gene of Carthage, Texas; four grandchildren, Kathryn Stamps and husband, Ryan, Karyn Smith and husband, Tim, Tammy McFarlin and husband, Michael and Timothy McKnight; and six great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Elton E. "Short" Harvey and his wife Sue of Longview. In addition to his family he is survived by a host of other extended family and close friends.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers, Donnie Lee, Ralph and Burtis Harvey; two sisters, Vera and Bonnie.
Pallbearers will be Wayne Harvey, Owen Harvey, Wesley Boren, Burke Moreland, Michael Johnson, Tommy McKnight. Honorary pallbearers will be Garland Downing, Johnny Woodfin, Jerry Woodfin, Jr., Butch Trala, Tom Amos and Don Amos.
To offer condolence or to sign an online register book please log onto www.taylorfh.net.
08/01/2011
Edward Eugene Webb, 82, of Center, passed away on August 1, 2011 at his residence. Mr. Webb was born on February 5, 1929 in Shelby County to Lomax Webb and Vesie Isabelle Pate Webb. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Center, where he was a Deacon and also taught a boy’s class for many years.
Mr. Webb grew up on his father’s dairy farm, Magnolia Dairy, in center and continued delivering milk to his father’s customers after the dairy closed. He was an independent distributor of dairy products in Shelby County for a total of fifty eight years and three months, delivering Land O’ Pines and then Foremost, until retiring at age 78.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, August 4, 2011 at First Baptist Church in Center with Rev. Michael Hale, Rev. Carl Smith and Rev. Harold Hanson officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Clint Porterfield, Barry Webb, Darren Webb, Steven Neuville, Peyton Porterfield, Ed McRae, Michael Spells, Glen Campbell and Johnny Barr. Honorary pallbearers will be the First Baptist Church Deacons, Bennie Boles, Paul Ross, Jessie Covington, S.W. Carter, Joe Shofner, Bob Walker, Phillip Porterfield, Jimmy and Wayne Hagler.
He is survived by:
Wife, of 56 years, Mildred Celeste Creech Webb of Center
Son, Keith Eugene Webb of Arcadia
Grandson, Lomax Eugene Webb of Center
Brother, Stevie Webb and wife, Betty of Center
Brothers-in-law:
Dr. Roy G. Creech and wife, Irma of Starkville, Mississippi
Jerry Creech and wife, Elaine of Port Arthur, Texas
Sister-in-law, Marcy Geudner and husband, Paul of Denver, Colorado
Nephews:
Barry Webb and wife, Michelle of Garrison
Darren Webb and wife, Wendy of Garrison
Great Nieces:
Taylor Webb, Mallory Webb, Emily Webb and Tatum Greer.
Great Nephew, Trace Greer
Loyal friend and employee, Ervin Lee Bennett
Other Nieces and Nephews, Cousins and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by
Parents, Lomax Webb and Vesie Isabelle Pate Webb
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
