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11/30/2013
Lillie Jewel Whitton, 93, of Center, passed away Friday, November 29, 2013 at Green Acres Nursing Home.
Graveside Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 30, 2013 at Mt. Herman Cemetery with Bro. Don Moore officiating.
She was born December 18, 1919 in Shelby County, Texas to Joe and Emma (Dickinson) Luman.
She is preceded in death by Parents, Joe & Emma Luman, Husband, Jesse Adkison, Son, J.W. Adkison and Husband, James Elton Whitton.
She is survived by:
Grandson:
Jason Adkison of Center
Great Grandson:
Jesse Adkison of Center
Step-Son:
E.J. Whitton & wife, Johnnie of Longview
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
Mrs. Jo Vere Steadman Enmon, 95, of Center, passed away Friday, November 29, 2013 at Green Acres Nursing Home.
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, December 2, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Clever Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday, December 2, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born May 25, 1918 in Powhatan, LA to Jeff and Edna (Bass) Steadman.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Jeff & Edna Steadman, Husband, Clyde H. Enmon & Son, James Enmon.
She is survived by:
Children:
Clyde Enmon, Jr. of Center
Richard Enmon of Ponchatoula, LA
Daughter-in-law:
Jeanette Enmon of Slidell, LA
Grandchildren:
Wendy LeBlanc & husband, Michael of Chalmette, LA
Susan Poincot & husband, Llyod of Houma, LA
Mel Enmon of Metarie, LA
Lisa Enmon of Center
Richard Enmon, Jr. of Germany
Jennifer Enmon of Germany
Heather Enmon Gallagher & husband, Jeremy of Missouri
Derek Enmon & wife, Laurie of Slidell, LA
Numerous Great Grandchildren
Great Great Granddaughter:
Violet LeBlanc
Numerous Nieces & Nephew
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
11/27/2013
E.J. Bridwell, 93 , of the Aiken Community, Center, passed away, Wednesday November 27, 2013 at Knopp Nursing Home in Fredericksburg, Texas.
Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 30, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Jim McDonald and L.D. Eddins officiating. Burial will follow at White Rock Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, November 29, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born February 17, 1920 in the Aiken Community to Jacob Monroe and Era (Bush) Bridwell. He retired from Olan Mathison Chemical Co. He attended Mt. Herman Church of Christ.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Jake & Era Bridwell, Wife, Edna Bridwell, 3 Sisters, Cleo Russell, Letha Mae Bush & Jane Carr.
He is survived by:
Daughter & Son-in-law:
Jackie & Doug Bashrum of Fredericksburg, Texas
Grandchildren:
Scott Bashrum & wife, Donna
Mark Bashrum & wife, Vivian
Nieces & Nephews:
Linda Castilaw & husband, Charles
Ann Bloodworth & husband, Bill
Benny Russell & wife, Thelma
Jean Adams & husband, Steve
Ed Bush & wife, Diane
Mike Bush & wife, Sheila
Numerous Other Relatives & Friends
Pallbearers:
Charles Castilaw, Ed Bush, Benny Russell, Steve Adams, Mike Bush & Chris Castilaw
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
11/26/2013
Nellie Webb, 83, of the McClellan Community of Shelby County, passed away Monday, November 25, 2013 at Green Acres Nursing Home in Center. She was born August 6, 1930 in Shelby County to Robert L. Cummings and Adell Goings Cummings. She was a member of New Harmony Missionary Baptist Church.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Billy Windham and Bro. B. J. Windham officiating. Interment will follow at McClelland Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Pallbearers will be Kevin Mayfield, Lee Baker, Keith Mayfield, Tracy Collins, Jack Armstreet and Bernard Metcalf.
She is survived by
Daughters:
Sharon Baker of Shelbyville
Margaret Mayfield and husband, Ken of Houston
Son: Tommy Baker and wife, Cristie of Tenaha
Grandchildren:
Amy Collins and husband, Tracy of Tenaha
Keith Mayfield and wife, Jeanie of Maxwell
Lee Baker and wife, Kelly of Carthage
Kevin Mayfield and wife, Diana of Porter
Great Grandchildren:
Ashlee, Gracie, Chesney, Hunter, Christian, Emma, Ryan Elizabeth, Jordon, Mackenzie, Braxton, Lindley
Brother: George Cummings and wife, Rachel of Cushing
Preceded in death by
Husband: Alto Baker
Husband: Douglas Webb
Parents: Robert L. Cummings and Adell Goings Cummings
Sisters: Ima Dean, Dorothy Windham
Brother: Bob Cummings
Nephews: J.E. Dean, Clinton Dean, Jimmy Cummings
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
11/25/2013
Margie Evelyn Ray Gay, 66, of Joaquin, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2013 at ETMC Tyler. She was born April 23, 1947 in Monroe, Louisiana to Ezra Jewel Ray and Ethel Eskew Ray. Ms. Gay loved working with plants and animals. She was a loving Mom and Grandma and will be dearly missed by all. She was of the Church of Christ faith.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at First Baptist Church of Haslam with Bro. Jody Hooper officiating. Interment will follow at Joaquin Cemetery in Joaquin.
She is survived by
Sons:
Ronnie Lane Gay of Center
Kennie Wayne Gay of Timpson
John Paul Gay of Joaquin
Donny Ray Gay of Joaquin
Daughter: Cristy Lyee Thomas of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Randy Raybun Gay
Troy Wayne Gay
Nicholas Lane Gay
Hannah Rose Gay
Jessie Gay
Mackenzie Cheyenne Thomas
Olivia Madison Gay
Madilynn Grace Gay
Katlin Page Thomas
Lilly Kate Gay
Zachary Carlton Thomas
Sisters:
Bobby Ray
Helen Ogle
Dorothy Overfelt
Brenda Lewis
Brother: Jerry Ray
Cousin: Thomas Ray
Preceded in death by
Parents: Ezra Jewel Ray and Ethel Eskew Ray
Husband: Jerry Gay
Sister-in-law: Wanda Gay Harris
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Jose Luis Tovar, 50, of Tenaha, passed away, Sunday, November 24, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Carlos Rangel officiating. Burial will follow at Restland Cemetery in Tenaha. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 26, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel.
He was born January 19, 1963 in Moncloa, Mexico to Vicente Tovar and Delfina Guzman. He was a member of the St. Mary of Epiphany Catholic Church in Timpson.
He is preceded in death by his Father, Vicente Tovar.
He is survived by:
Mother:
Delfina Tovar of Tenaha
Brothers &Sisters:
Jose Joel Tovar & wife, Maria of Tenaha
Maria E. Tovar & husband, Jose of Tenaha
Jose Refujio Tovar of Tenaha
Ramiro Tovar of Tenaha
Jose Guztavo Tovar & wife, Maria of Tenaha
Maria Rico & husband, Jose Rico of Tenaha
Angelica Sandoval & husband, Ciro of Tenaha
Vicente Tovar & wife, Yesenia Mejia of Tenaha
Jose Guadalupe & wife, Erika Tovar of Tenaha
Israel Tovar of Tenaha
Delfina Rico & husband, Arturo of Tenaha
Maria Perales & husband, Orlando of Tenaha
Isidro Martinez of Tenaha
Numerous Nieces & Nephews & Great Nieces & Nephews & Cousins
Uncle:
Manuel Guzman of Tenaha
Pallbearers:
Ramiro Tovar, Jose Refujio Tovar, Ciro Sandoval,
Pablo Sandoval, Jose Gustavo Tovar, Jose Guadalupe,
Vicente Tovar, Josue Sandoval & Salmon Sandoval
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
11/24/2013
Amanda Leigh Pierce, 31, of Joaquin, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2013 in Tyler. She was born May 26, 1982 in Salem, Arkansas to David M. Pierce and Tammy S. Taylor Pierce.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Karl Moore and Bro. Robert Remedies officiating.
She is survived by
Daughter: Whitney Pierce of Austin
Mother: Tammy S. Pierce of Joaquin
Sisters:
Misty Remedies and husband, Robert of Joaquin
Crystal Norris of Lufkin
Niece: Autumn Remedies of Joaquin
Nephews:
Robbie Remedies of Joaquin
Caleb Remedies of Joaquin
Grandfather: Doyle Taylor of Salem, Arkansas
Numerous cousins
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Father: David M. Pierce
Uncle: Barry Pierce
2 Grandmothers
1 Grandfather
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Oscar McDaniel Jr., 83, of Tenaha, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2013 at his residence. He was born March 23, 1930 in the Woods Community of Panola County to Oscar McDaniel Sr. and Thelma Bowden McDaniel. Mr. McDaniel served in the United States Army and was a member Ramah Baptist Church in Tenaha, where he served as an usher.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, November 25, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at Ramah Baptist Church in Tenaha with Bro. Keith Keele officiating. Interment will follow at Ramah Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Josh Ramsey, David Lea, Frank Shafer, Cary McDaniel, Phillip Shafer, Ronny Lea, Craig Gray and Terry Brown. Honorary pallbearers will be Chris McDaniel and the deacons and members of Mr. McDaniel’s Sunday School Class.
He is survived by
Wife of 59 years and 8 months: Norma Alyne Ramsey McDaniel of Tenaha
Sons:
Chris McDaniel and wife, Debi of Tenaha
Cary McDaniel and wife, Susie of Coushatta, Louisiana
Daughters:
Cheryl Brown and husband, Terry of Longview
Caren Gray and husband, Craig of Tenaha
Grandchildren:
Darren Krieghauser, Pepper Lea, Dana Irwin, LaRae Carter, Christian McDaniel, Christiana Elmer, Cari Ann Ramsey, Traci McDaniel, Cara McDaniel, Lauren Brown
Great Grandchildren:
Brittney, Elijah, Emory, Eden, Titus, Avery, Belle, Greg, Lucky, Syerra, Madelyn, Savannah, Ryder
Sisters:
Opal Shafer and husband, Watson of Franklyn
Frances Lee and husband, Ronny of Jacksonville
Preceded in death by
Parents: Oscar McDaniel Sr. and Thelma Bowden McDaniel
Brothers: James McDaniel, Jasper McDaniel
Sister: Ruth Chambers
A special thanks to Josh Ramsey, Bro. Keith Keele, Craig Gray, HeartsWay Hospice and Members of Ramah Baptist Church for your kindness and compassionate care for Mr. McDaniel.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
11/22/2013
Kenneth Mettauer passed on away Wednesday, November 20, 2013 peacefully of natural causes in his home at the age of 72. He was born March 2, 1941, to parents Douglas and Sue Seale Mettauer, who preceded him in death. Kenneth was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army.
Memorial services for Kenneth Mettauer will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 23, 2013, at Melrose United Methodist Church on Texas Hwy. 21 in Melrose with CLM Carol Postell officiating. Private burial was at Lower Melrose Cemetery.
He leaves a brother, John Mettauer, and many cousins and friends in the Nacogdoches, Shelby, and San Augustine Counties area.
Donations to the Melrose Cemetery Fund (2264 County Road 338, Nacogdoches, TX 75961-0777) would be greatly appreciated. He worked tirelessly for many years to help maintain the cemetery.
Services are under the direction of T.A. Lane & Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, located at 5400 North Street in Nacogdoches. Online memories and condolences may be offered at www.CasonMonk-Metcalf.com.
Paul Whitton, 86, of Cleveland, formerly of Center, passed away Friday, November 22, 2013 at his residence. He was born April 15, 1927 in Shelby County to Eli Whitton and Gertie Patterson Whitton. Mr. Whitton was stationed in Japan during his time of service in the United States Army. He later was employed with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, where he retired after several years of service. Mr. Whitton attended Sardis Pentecostal Church until he moved to Cleveland and attended Christian Cowboy Fellowship.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 2:30 p.m., Sunday, November 24, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Sardis Cemetery in Shelby County with Mr. Whitton’s son, Bro. Bo Whitton, officiating.
He is survived by
Sons:
Bo Whitton and wife, Carolyn of Cleveland
Mike Whitton and wife, Maggie of Naples
Ronald Paul Whitton of California
Grandchildren:
Casey Whitton
Jay Whitton and wife, Misty
Lacey Whitton
Deborah Carter
Ryan Paul Whitton
Sarah Whitton
Rachael Whitton
Great Grandchildren:
Hunter, Heath, Kylee, Hayden, Ava
Next of Kin:
E.J. Whitton
Ray Smith
J.R. & Virginia Lamoine
Odessa Smith
Frances Smith
Numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by
Parents: Eli Whitton and Gertie Patterson Whitton
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
11/21/2013
Muriel Wiltshire, 81, of Center, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2013 at her residence.
Her wishes were to be cremated and a memorial service may be held at a later time.
She was born August 12, 1932 in Sabine Pass, Texas to George and Nola (Vice) Huffman. She was of the Pentecostal faith and attend Center United Pentecostal Church. She was a housewife.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, George & Nola Huffman, Husband, Gerald Wiltshire, Nephew, Robert Flanigan, 6 Brothers & Sisters, George Huffman, Jr., Robert Huffman, Frank Huffman, Linda Flanigan, Mae Surette & Katie Golden.
She is survived by:
Daughter:
Wanda Brown & husband, James of Center
Nicol Shedd & husband, John of Center
5 Grandchildren:
Gary Spradlin & wife, Linda
Gerald Spradlin
Brennan, Darren & Paige Shedd
Ricky Broussard
4 Great Grandchildren:
William, Braydyn & Jared Spradlin
Helana Spradlin
Kacey Lane Broussard
Niece:
Tammy Flanigan of Center
Robin Flanigan
Nephew: Ronald Flanigan of Jasper
2 Great Nieces: Amanda & Elizabeth Flanigan
Great Nephew: Joshua Crowe
Numerous Other Nieces & Nephews & Great Nieces & Great Nephews
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
11/20/2013
Ruth Smith, 96, of Center, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at Whispering Pines Lodge in Longview.
Services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 22, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Mike Scrimpshire and Cecil Jones officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Thursday, November 21, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born June 10, 1917 in Shelby County, Texas to Thomas Douglas and Minnie Ima (Shillings) Watson. She was a longtime member of Hurst Street Church of Christ and currently a member of Northside Church of Christ.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Tom & Minnie Watson, Husband, George R. “Jiggs” Smith, Grandson, Michael Craig Smith, Brothers & Sisters, Seldon Hampton, Clyde E. Watson, Eleanor Harrison, Dr. Tom Watson & Billye Byrnes.
She is survived by:
Daughter & Son-in-law: Sue & Jerry Williams of Longview
Son & Daughter-in-law: George “Ray” & Melinda Smith of Longview
Grandchildren:
Jerry Williams
Angelia Scrimpshire & husband, Mike
Meshelle DeHart & husband, Brian
Kristy Snider & husband, Terry
Stephanie Martin
Brian Smith
15 Great Grandchildren: Mallory Williams & husband, Dean, Alyssa & Michaela Scrimpshire, Michael Smith, Justin DeHart, Chloe DeHart & Victoria DeHart, Brittany Snider & Alicia Snider, Chelsi Martin, Mary Amanda Martin & Casey Jean Martin, Bo Patrick Smith, Daxton Conner Smith & Gray Smith
Numerous Great Great Grandchildren
Numerous Nieces & Nephews & a host of friends
Pallbearers: Jerry Smith Stewart, Jerry Williams, Jr., Brain Patrick Smith, Rex Richards, Allen Pennick & Dean Williams
Honorary Pallbearers: Dave Jackson & Clovis Furlow
The Family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to Nell McGenney and Debbie Pickett for the special care they have shown to their family over the past several years.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Tommye Ann Rudd Morris was born January 26, 1936 and passed away April 26, 2013. She was a 1953 graduate of Center High School.
There will be a ceremony of love for her -- symbolized by the scattering of her cremains -- on Sunday, November 24, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. at Fairview Cemetery in Center, Texas.
To read her obituary, click here.
Irene Dock (75), of Center died November 15, 2013 at Memorial Hospital in San Augustine, Texas. Funeral services for Mrs. Dock will be Saturday, November 23, 2013 at 11:00am at Triumph The Kingdom Church of God In Christ in Center, Texas. Rev. Billy Earl Gardner will officiate.
Mrs. Dock is survived by her son Dwynne Gray of Center, Texas and daughter Ramona (Arnet) Boyd of Center, Texas.
Grandchildren: Datron Dock (Audrea) of Prosper, Texas; Crystal Boyd, Trese Boyd, Courtney Dock, and Michael Todd Dock Jr. of Center, Texas. Ashley Gray of Dallas, Texas and Steven Gray of Midland, Texas.
Visitation will be Friday, November 22, 2013 from 6-8pm
Burial will be at Westview Cemetery.
Services will be entrusted to Hicks Mortuary.
11/18/2013
Allie Rea Brown Hughes, 90, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, November 18, 2013 in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was born April 13, 1923 in Shelby County to John Allen Sample and Sallie Latham Sample. In 1962, Allie Rea and her husband, Alvin Brown, moved to Houston, where they resided for 10 years. They owned and operated several service stations in the Houston area. After returning to Shelby County, she was employed with Bruce Hardwood Flooring, where she later retired after several years of service. Ms. Hughes was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church, where she was involved in a singing group. She had a beautiful voice and enjoyed ministering through music to three local nursing homes each week.
Visitation will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 21, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Gordon Vaughn and Bro. Larry Chandler officiating. Interment will follow at West Hamilton Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Pallbearers will be Craig Estes, Michael Smith, James Gazaway, Danny Gazaway, Danny Joe Brown and Benjamin Gazaway. Honorary pallbearers will be Tom Dean and Gary Lightfoot.
She is survived by
Daughters:
Donna Nordin and husband, Ted of Fort Worth
Barbara Kirsch and husband, Tom of Shelbyville
Paula Delores Psihudakis and husband, Nikolas of Houston
Granddaughter:
Sherry Howard and husband, Jeremy
Grandsons:
Michael Smith and wife, Brenda
James Gazaway and wife, Stephanie
Danny Gazaway
Ben Gazaway
9 Great Grandchildren
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Daughter: Sandra Gail Brown
Husband, of 57 years: Alvin Brown
Husband: Samuel Hughes
Parents: John Allen Sample and Sallie Latham Sample Alexander
3 Sisters
4 Brothers
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Shelia Ann Espinosa, 52, of Center, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2013 at Memorial Hospital in San Augustine. She was born November 17, 1960 in Center to Lamerla Ayres. She was a member of New Life Church in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 20, 2013 and from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 21, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 21, 2013 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Bro. Steve Noble officiating.
She is survived by
Husband: Jeff Espinosa of Center
Mother: Lamerla Ayres of Center
Brother: Ralph Ayres & wife, Jacquelin of Center
Mother-in-Law: Celia Cornelison of San Augustine
Sister-in-Law: Tracy Seal of Center
Aunt: Betty Travis of Bossier City, Louisiana
Preceded in death by
Grandparents: Bertha and George Dickinson
Uncle: Gene Dickinson
Stepfather: Ronald Ayers
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Roma Jolley, 78, of Longview, passed away, Saturday, November 16, 2013 at Clairmont Nursing Home in Longview.
Graveside Service will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at New Hope Cemetery in Center.
She was born February 22, 1935 in Sherman, Texas to George and Lorena (Berry) Gable. She worked as a jailor for Travis County.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, George & Lorena Gable; Husband, Junior Lee Jolly, Sr.; Son, Junior Lee Jolley, Jr. ; and 5 Sisters and 1 Brother.
She is survived by:
Children:
Ralph Jolley & wife, Berlinda of Austin
Norma Marie Alonso & husband, Juan of Longview
Kenneth Jolley, Jr. & wife, Cindy of Longview
A Host of Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren & Great Great Grandchildren
Numerous Nieces, Nephews & Cousins & Friends
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
11/15/2013
Lucresia Henderson, 84, of Tenaha passed away Sunday, November 10, 2013 at her residence in Tenaha, Texas.
A wake will be held Friday, November 15, 2013 from 6 - 8pm at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center, Texas and funeral services will be Saturday, November 16, 2013 1pm at St. John Baptist Church in Tenaha, Texas with pastor Chandler Pettis to officiate. Interment will follow at St. John Cemetery in Tenaha.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Amos (Mary) Henderson of Houston, Texas
Alvin (Pamela) Henderson of Center, Texas
Jessie (Vivian) Henderson of Kirbyville, Texas
Curtis (Malinda) Henderson of Timpson, Texas
Daughters:
Claudia (Roosevelt) Bell of Tenaha, Texas
Diane Henderson of Longview, Texas
Jo Ann (Troy) Shephard of Nacogdoches, Texas
Marache Floyd of Tenaha, Texas
32 Grandchildren, 69 Great Grandchildren, and 2 Great Great Grandchildren
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
Marilyn Ann Fields, 58 of Center, Texas passed away Monday, November 11, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Memorial services will be held Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 1pm at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church in Center, Texas with Rev. Daniel Holman, Sr. to officiate.
She is survived by:
Husband: Stephen Fields of Shelbyville, Texas
Son: Ellis Ray Hoyt of Center, Texas
Daughters:
Arnita Faye McKever of Kentucky
Beatrice Lutrice Pittman of Center, Texas
Mother: Beatrice Bratchett of San Augustine, Texas
Father: J.T. Bratchett of San Augustine, Texas
Sisters:
Minister Glenda (Jerry) Whitaker of San Augustine, Texas
Mary (David) Parks of San Augustine, Texas
Brothers:
James Hoyt of San Augustine, Texas
Otis (Paula) Hoyt of San Augustine, Texas
18 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren
Services under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
11/12/2013
Paula Vanette Todd, 41, of Center, passed away Friday, November 8, 2013 in San Augustine. She was born August 2, 1972 in Long Beach, California to Morris D. Todd and Hazel Hill Todd.
At the request of her family, Ms. Todd has been cremated and no services are planned at this time.
She is survived by
Sons:
Johnathon Dale Owen of Garrison
Caleb B. Graves of Center
Mother: Hazel Dunn of Center
One Brother
One Half Brother
Three Step Sisters
One Step Brother
Step Mother: Judith Todd of Missouri
Preceded in death by
Father: Morris D. Todd
Sister: Teresa Evans
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
11/11/2013
Betty Lavada Scates, 68, of Center and longtime resident of Pine Grove Nursing Center, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital in Nacogdoches. She was born November 30, 1944 in Center to Elmo Rains and Annie Chandler Rains. She was a member of White Rock Missionary Baptist Church in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Ed McRae and Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Center.
She is survived by
Husband, of 51 years: James D. Scates of Center
Son: Randy Scates and wife, Tammy of Martinsville
Daughter: Cindy Barrett and fiancée, David Eubank of Center
Grandchildren:
Cassidy Scates
Ryan Scates
J.T. Scates
Michelle Scates
Jonathan Burris
Kristy Barrett
Sara Duvall
J.W. Barrett
Great Grandchildren:
Jailei, Gavin, Ashton, William, Abbie, Joshawa, Emily, Aiden, Mackenzie
Sister: Sally Bunce of Arizona
Brothers:
Gilbert Rains of Aiken
Rex Rains of Waterman
Special Family: Wayne Houghton
Preceded by
Parents: Elmo Rains and Annie Chandler Rains
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Julienne Hughes, 73, of Center, passed away, Friday, November 8, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.
Memorial Graveside will be 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at Sardis Cemetery with Bro. Jack Forbis officiating.
She was born March 21, 1940 in Liberty, Texas to James Ozroe and Evelyn (Grubbs) Hughes.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, James & Evelyn Hughes.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Allan Rivers & wife, Mary of Palestine
James Ozroe Rivers & wife, Susan of Urbana, Ohio
Jay Rivers & wife, Julie of Gladewater
7 Grandchildren
13 Great Grandchildren
3 Sisters
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins & Friends
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Doris Alford, 77, of Joaquin, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2013 at Cornerstone Hospital in Bossier City, Louisiana. She was born May 22, 1936 in Nacogdoches County to Tommie Ritnour and Almeda Sholar Ritnour. She was a member of Jackson Missionary Baptist Church in Joaquin.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, November 11, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Johnny Lewis, Bro. Fred Alford and Bro. Sam Alford officiating. Interment will follow at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin.
Pallbearers will be Kenny Michael Alford, Daniel Ryan Alford, Ron Miller Jr., Trey Addison, Colton Risinger, Ruston Miller and David Carroll.
She is survived by
Sons:
Darrell Alford and wife, Gay of Joaquin
Tommy Alford of Center
Daughters:
Joyce Miller and husband, Ronald of Joaquin
Brenda Risinger and husband, Clinton of Huxley
Grandchildren:
Kenny Michael Alford
Daniel Ryan Alford
Ron Miller Jr.
Christa Watson
Erica Addison
Jessica Addison
Trey Addison
Colton Risinger
16 Great Grandchildren
Brothers:
Melvin Ritnour of Conroe
Donald Ritnour of Dayton
Sisters:
Shirley Cockrell of Arizona
Lois Glaze of Pearland
Numerous other relatives
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Tommie Ritnour and Almeda Sholar Ritnour
Husband: Freddie Joe Alford
Daughter-in-law: Verna Alford
Brothers: Pete Ritnour, Earl Ritnour
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
11/08/2013
Madison Ramblin Niemtschk, 17, of Garrison, Texas passed away November 6, 2013 in Shreveport, LA. She was born September 3, 1996 in Nacogdoches to Bryan Niemtschk and Shawn Rambin. She was a student and of the Baptist faith.
A memorial service will be held Monday, November 18, 2013 2pm at Arlam Baptist Church with Bro. Darrell Pollard to officiate.
She is survived by:
Mother, Shawn Rambin of Garrison, Texas
Father, Bryan Niemtschk and wife Pansy of Carthage, Texas
Grandparents:
Floyd "Buddy" and Donna Rambin of Garrison, Texas
Darlene Shepherd and Sonny of Shepherd, Texas
Uncle: Floyd Rambin II and wife Tracey of Garrison, Texas
Great Grandmother: Mary Ellen Rambin of Garrison, Texas
Brother: Michael Fountain of Carthage, Texas
Sisters:
Sylvia Hodge of Gary, Texas
Kacey Hodge of Carthage, Texas
Anjelica Mattinel of Gary, Texas
Aunt: Jennifer Johnson of Crosby, Texas
Host of other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by boyfriend: Collin Williams of Carthage, Texas
11/07/2013
Rev. Robert Drew Warr Jr., 72, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital in Nacogdoches. He was born January 10, 1941 in Nacogdoches to Robert Drew Warr Sr. and Addie Viola Kelley Warr. Robert grew up in Nacogdoches and graduated from Nacogdoches High School. He went on to receive a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Stephen F. Austin University and later earned a Masters of Theology from Jacksonville Baptist Seminary in Jacksonville, Texas. Robert was a retired Baptist minister and pastored five churches during the years of his ministry. He most recently attended First United Methodist Church in Joaquin, where he held the title Pastor Emeritus. Robert had a wonderful sense of humor. He loved reading and he read a variety of subjects, especially Biblical history and theology. He also enjoyed painting, drawing and other artwork. He is best remembered for chalk talks, which were very inspiring.
Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, November 10, 2013 at First United Methodist Church in Joaquin with Rev. Randy Smith and Rev. Dock Lazarine officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center. A visitation will be held two hours prior to service time at First United Methodist Church in Joaquin.
He is survived by
Daughter: Karen Kay Evans of Joaquin
Grandson: Steven Robert John Evans of College Station
Sister-in-law: Shirley Burnaman McKinney of Etoile
Brother-in-law: Doyle M. Burnaman and wife, Emmline of Etoile
Special Friend: Patricia Suhr of Joaquin
Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Robert Drew Warr Sr. and Addie Viola Kelley Warr
Brother: Robert Milton Warr
Sister: Cecile Jeannine Warr Smith
Wife: Glendan Marie Burnaman Warr
Son-in-law: John Lawrence Evans
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Mrs. Lorene Sanders Adams, 99, of Timpson, Texas, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2013 at her home in Shelby County, Texas. Mrs. Adams was born February 6, 1914 in the Harris Community of Claiborne Parish, Louisiana to Goode and Onie Sanders. She was one of six children. Mrs. Adams and her husband were lifelong members of the Baptist Church and lived most of their lives in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, November 9, 2013 at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Minden, Louisiana.
Mrs. Adams was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 56 years, Gordon E. Adams; two brothers; two sisters; and two children, James E. Adams and Mrs. Jacquelyn Shipp.
She is survived by her daughter, Jean McMullen and husband, Bill; her brother, Glen Sanders and wife, Mary of Shreveport, Louisiana; 8 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.
Arrangements are under the direction of Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
11/06/2013
Funeral services for Mrs. Becky Gooch Long, 48, of Henderson, will be held at 10 am on Friday, November 8, 2013 in the chapel of Crawford-A. Crim Funeral Home with Rev. Joseph Pemberton and Jason Zedlitz officiating. Interment will take place at 1 pm on Friday at Strong Cemetery in Huxley, under the direction of Crawford-A. Crim Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 pm Thursday, November 7, 2013 at the funeral home.
Mrs. Long passed from this life on November 5, 2013 at her residence. She was born February 1, 1965 to the late Dal Gooch and Carolyn Linton Gooch and has been a lifelong resident of Henderson. Becky was a cosmetologist and a member of Smyrna Missionary Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by: father, Dal Gooch.
Survivors include: mother, Carolyn Sellers of Henderson; children, Billy Tyler Jr. and wife Megan of Rogers, Ark., Christina Tyler of San Augustine, and Travis Long Jr. and wife Hanna of Center; sister, Kim Zedlitz and husband Mike of Tyler; step-brother, Dean Gooch of Henderson; grandchildren, Libe and Travis Tyler; and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
Pallbearers will be Johnathan Zedlitz, Jason Zedlitz, A.J. Marcil, Johnny Clinton, Dwanye Miley, and D.J. Ihlenfeldt. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Zedlitz, Travis Long Sr., Kevin Clinton, Dean Gooch, and Danny Ihlenfeldt.
Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.crawfordacrim.com.
11/05/2013
Funeral services for Mr. Carlos Garcia, 55, of Timpson, TX, will be held on Friday, November 8, 2013, at 3:00 PM at St. Mary of the Epiphany Catholic Mission in Timpson with Father Jose Luis officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson. Visitation will be held at the family residence.
Laird Funeral Home, Nacogdoches, is in charge of arrangements.
11/04/2013
Mrs. Elsie Vonciel Ward, age 86, of Nacogdoches, Texas, went to be with her Lord and Savior Friday, Nov. 1, 2013.
She was born Aug. 10, 1927, in Shelby County, Texas, to parents Robert and Lillie Lee Ward.
Elsie was preceded in death by her parents; husband, J.B. Ward; sons, Raymond and Melvin Ward; daughter-in-law, Glenda Ward; granddaughter, Dana; two brothers; and one sister.
She is survived by her sons, Nathan Ward and wife, Connie, of Tyler, Bill Ward and wife, Frances Ward-Rogers, of Nacogdoches, Dwayne Ward and wife, Sandy, of Wilson, N.C., Randy Ward and wife, Kimberly, of Nacogdoches, Gary Ward and wife, Charlene, of Diboll; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; sisters, LaVerne Ward of Diboll, Faye Jones and husband, Dean, of Lufkin; many beloved family members and friends.
Elsie was devoted to her family and church family. She was active in the VFW and DAV of Nacogdoches, Texas. She loved cooking and was well known for her tea cakes, cakes, and biscuits that were enjoyed by many in the community.
Services for Elsie Ward will take place at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2013, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel, located at 5400 North St. in Nacogdoches, with the Rev. Jubal Cannon of Greater Faith Tabernacle and the Rev. Gary Ward officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park.
Family and friends are invited to visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors.
Pallbearers are grandsons Kevin Ward, Tim Ward, Darren Ward, Randall Ward, Justin Ward, and Brandon Ward.
Online condolences may be offered at www.casonmonk-metcalf.com.
Arrangements are entrusted to Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, located at 5400 North St. in Nacogdoches.
Funeral service for Lynda Kay Hughes Post, 68, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, November 7, 2013, at Good Hope Baptist Church, Timpson, with Bro. Ronnie Sowell officiating. Interment will follow in Blair Cemetery, Timpson. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Wednesday, November 6, 2013, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson. Mrs. Post passed away Sunday, November 3, 2013, in Nacogdoches, TX.
Born September 30, 1945, in Nacogdoches, TX, Lynda Kay Hughes Post was the daughter of the late William Otis “Slim” Hughes and Mary Evelyn Powell Hughes Bradshaw. Lynda was a graduate of Longview High School and had worked as a sales manager for Alfred Conhagen in LaMarque, TX. She returned to family roots in Timpson where she built a home on her grandparents’ property. She was a member of Good Hope Baptist Church, Timpson.
Lynda was blessed with an artistic, creative talent. This talent allowed her to gift family and friends with beautiful paintings and jewelry. She was a true “rock hound” and spent many happy hours hunting for and collecting rocks. Lynda’s wanderlust was fulfilled as she and husband Ron not only traveled in the U.S. but also lived in South America and Europe. She was able to visit many countries while in Europe, enjoying the art and beautiful country. Her love of flowers was continued at her home in Timpson with beautiful vines surrounding her porch.
Lynda’s time spent with family and friends brought her the most happiness, especially the time spent with her grandchildren. Whether at her home, at the lake, or on the river, her grandkids had a great time with Grandmere. Her dogs Mister and Max also brought her much comfort during the last few months.
Survivors include husband Ronald G. Post of Timpson; children: William Todd Pitman of Palestine, Robin Lynn Cantrell and husband Doye of Timpson, Jill Suzanne Serralde and husband Armando of Palestine, and Jesse and Misty Post of Scottdale, PA; grandchildren: Alfred Layne Cantrell, Whitley Elizabeth Cantrell, Jasmine Nicole Serralde, Armando Manuel Serralde II, and Kylie Post; brother Joe Hughes and wife Nell of Timpson; uncle Pate Hughes and wife Shirley of Pasadena, TX; aunt Betty Carter of Cleveland, TX, and the Brat Pack: Anne, Cyndi, Janis, and Susan.
In addition to her parents, Lynda Hughes Post was preceded in death by grandparents L. A. and Maudie Hughes, stepfather Ancell Bradshaw, daughter Angela Pitman, and nephew Robert William Hughes.
To convey condolences on line, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
11/01/2013
Wanda Smithhart, 75, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, November 1, 2013 in San Augustine. She was born February 8, 1938 to John T. Harvey and Myrtle Watson Harvey. She was a member of Jackson Baptist Church in Joaquin.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin.
She is survived by
Sons:
James Patrick Smithhart of Joaquin
Michael Smithhart and wife, April of Joaquin
Daughter: Renee Blackwell of Timpson
Grandchildren:
Denise Blackwell
April, Michael and Brent Bridges
Kenneth Earl Blackwell, Jr.
Ty Smithhart
Michael Douglas Smithhart, Jr.
Benjamin Smithhart
Allison Smithhart
6 Great Grandchildren
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: John T. Harvey and Myrtle Watson Harvey
Sons: Joseph Smithhart and Mark Smithhart
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
