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05/31/15
Loyce Marie Fowler, 62, of Center, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2015 in Tyler.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday, June 1, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Steve Noble officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mrs. Fowler was born March 1, 1953 in Center to Leroy Bowlin and Margie McCauley Bowlin. She enjoyed reading and was a great 42 player. Mrs. Fowler dearly loved her church family at Assembly of God New Life Church in Center.
She is survived by
Husband: Ricky Fowler of Center
Daughter: Misti Kaceen Phillips of Center
Grandchildren:
Destini Kaceen Phillips
Raimi Marie Philips
Lera Abigail Watson
Makenzi Grace Alford
Mother: Margie McCauley Bowlin
Brothers & Sisters:
Preston McCauley and wife, Annette, of Decatur
Joyce Elliott and husband, Tommy, of Bedford
Linda UpChurch and the late, Jesse UpChurch, of Center
James Bowlin and wife, Marty, of Louisville
Brenda Shofner and fiancé, James Miller, of Center
Doug Bowlin and wife, Misty, of Nacogdoches
Preceded in death by
Son: Joshua Fowler
Brother-in-law: Jesse UpChurch
Father: Leroy Bowlin
Pallbearers will be Ricky Fowler, Justin Jefferson, Jeremy Frederick, James Tyre Jr., Jason Birch, Scott Adair, Phil Hennigan and Deyan Bomar. Honorary pallbearer will be Brannon Denby.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/28/2015
Walter Ralph Bosman, Jr. 59, of Humble, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2015 at Memorial Herman Hospital in Houston.
Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 30, 2015 at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday starting at 12 noon until 1:30 p.m.at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born May 3, 1956 in Houston, Texas to Walter Ralph Bosman, Sr. and Maycel ImoJean (Taylor) Bosman. He worked for Briggs Equipment in Houston for many years.
He is preceded in death by Mother, Maycel ImoJean Bosman, Father, Walter R. Bosman, Sr. & Brother, Gary Bosman.
He is survived by:
Wife:
Lynnette Stoll Bosman of Houston
Children:
Christie Behrens of Cypress, Walter R. Bosman, III & wife, Alyssa of Katy
Granddaughter:
Meagan Behrens
05/27/2015
John Patrick Dominy, 64, of Center, formerly of Houston, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at his residence.
Memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 30, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Mr. Dominy was born November 8, 1950 in Houston to Marvin Dominy and Margaret Powers Dominy. He served in the United States National Guard and was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church in Houston. Mr. Dominy was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan.
He is survived by
Wife: Ivy Ray Dominy of Center
Daughters:
Jennifer Beattie and husband, Matt, of LaPorte
Jill Willey and husband, Chris, of Pearland
Grandchildren:
Nathan
Brianna
Noah
Brother: Marvin Dominy of Pearland
Sisters:
Cora Sue Mach of Houston
Cheri Chevalier of Hallettsville
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Thomas Carroll Stack, 80, of Center, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015 in Nacogdoches.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 28, 2015 at Oaklawn Memorial Park with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating.
Mr. Stack was born October 1, 1934 in Center to Thomas Carroll Stack Sr. and Thelma Pearl Reaves Stack. He retired from the United States Army.
He is survived by
Sister: Judy Hughes and husband, Fred, of Lufkin
Favorite Companion: Bandit
Lots of wonderful friends, especially: Mike & Julie Wulf, Doyle & Billie Luman, Yogi
Preceded in death by
Parents: Thomas Carroll Stack Sr. and Thelma Pearl Reaves Stack
Funeral services are under the direction of Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
05/26/2015
Vera Lee Jones Bluford, age 96, of San Augustine, Texas. Mrs. Bluford passed away Tuesday Morning, May 19, 2015 at her residence in San Augustine, Texas.
Funeral Service
Friday, May 29, 2015 at 1 p.m. at Reed Chapel Baptist Church with interment in Thompson Cemetery
Visitation
Will be held the day of the service from:
8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Garner & Son Chapel
11:50 a.m. until Service Time at Reed Chapel
Survivors
Sons
RC Bluford (Gloria) of Beaumont, Texas, Acey Bluford Jr. (Margorie) of Houston, Texas, Dennis Bluford of San Augustine, Texas
Daughters
Exie Suvlett of Beaumont, Texas, Shirley Balloon (Walter) of Forney, Texas, Betty Bluford of San Augustine, Texas, Ernestine Hicks of Sacramento, California, Eunice Sigler of Center, Texas, Jewel Rashall (Marion) of Davenport, Iowa, Joyce Windson (Denny) of Litoria, Georgia
50 Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren
As well as a host of other relatives and friends.
Percy Garner and Son Mortuary will be handling services
05/22/2015
James Irl Powell, 94, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, May 22, 2015 at his residence.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 25, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Ronnie Wheeler officiating. A military honors graveside service will follow at Shelbyville Cemetery in Shelbyville under the direction of VFW Post 8904.
James was born December 4, 1920 to Irl H. and Oma Tillman Powell, the second of four children. He grew up on a farm near Shelbyville, where he learned his work ethic and values at an early age.rn Powell,
James was christened in the Shelbyville Methodist Church, reaffirming his faith in 1936. As an adult, he served this church in many capacities - Sunday school teacher, Chairman of the Administrative Board of Trustees, delegate to annual conference and history finance, and records committees. He was a fifth generation member of this church.
James attended Shelbyville Schools, graduating in 1938. He participated in basketball, baseball and track. He enrolled in Stephen F. Austin State Teacher College, leaving after three years to work in the building of Fort Polk, Louisiana and to build airplanes for Rohr aircraft in San Diego, California, before joining the Army Air Corps. James trained as a radio operator/gunner in Chicago, Illinois and Fort Meyers, Florida, before being assigned to a B-17 crew which trained 300 crews for combat, before being stationed in Nuthampstead, England. He participated in 29 air combat missions that included the Rhineland, Central Europe and France. His military decorations include the Distinguished Flying Cross. He enjoyed his 398th Bomb Group Reunions and staying in contact with the 2 remaining members of his crew. He often referred to a list of his missions as he grew older.
James returned to earn his degree, as well as play basketball, at Stephen F. Austin and taught for seven years in the Shelby County Vocational Agriculture Program for veterans. He was then employed by Shelbyville ISD as a coach and teacher. He was the basketball coach, assistant football and baseball coach and taught Science, Biology, Math and Chemistry. He then served as High School principal for 16 years. He retired in 1980, having spent 37 years as a coach, teacher and administrator.
James was a life member of the 398th Bomb Group Memorial Association and VFW Post 8904. He was also a member of the SFA Alumni Association, founding member of the Nuthampstead Airfield Museum and the Shelbyville Cemetery Committee. He felt that one of his highest honors was being presented the Community Builder award by Sam Houston Masonic Lodge #32.
James loved God, America, the Methodist Church, his family, sports and ice cream – not necessarily in that order!
He is survived by:
Sons:
James Gregory Powell of Shelbyville
Timothy Irl Powell and wife, Donna of Odessa
Grandson: Joshua Irl Powell and wife, Ashlee of Odessa
Great-Granddaughter: Charlotte Avery Powell of Odessa
Sister: Shirley Powell Head of Tyler
Brother-in-law: Richard Wheeler of Ojai, California
Numerous nephews, former students and camp friends
Special Caretakers:
Sonya McBride and Travis
Ricky Cartwright
Sue Hagler
Helen Reynolds
Preceded in death by
Wife: Juanice Wheeler Powell
Daughter: Sheila Powell
Parents: Irl H. and Oma Tillman Powell
Brothers: Joe Frank Powell, Jack T. Powell
Brothers-in-law: Gilbert Wheeler, John Head
Pallbearers will be Joshua Powell, Don Wheeler, Brett Wheeler, Doug Wheeler, Marcy Bradberry and Ricky Cartwright. Honorary pallbearers will be Lewis Runnels, Jack Bradberry, Bobby Collins, Doyle Carter, Henry Whittlesey, Lamar Smith, and Lewis Harbison.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Shelbyville Cemetery, c/o Jack Bradberry, PO Box 453, Shelbyville, Texas 75973, c/o Greg Powell, PO Box 335, Shelbyville, Texas 75973.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/21/2015
Ms. Demetra Teel, age 43, of Houston, Texas. Ms. Teel passed away Thursday, May 21, 2015 at Houston Northwest Hospital in Houston, Texas.
Funeral Service
Saturday, May 30, 2015 starting at 12 noon at County Line Baptist Church with interment County Line Cemetery.
Visitation
Will be held the day of the service from 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.at Garner & Son and 11:00 a.m. until Service time at County Line Baptist Church
Survivors:
Daughter
Lottie D. Teel of Houston, Texas
Brothers
Larry Teel of Houston, Texas, Stephen Teel (Emily) of San Augustine, Texas
Sisters
Shelia Teel of Houston, Texas, Demetria Teel of Houston, Texas, Brenda Crain of San Augustine, Texas
Foster Brother
Milargo E. of Houston, Texas
As well as a host of other relatives and friends.
Percy Garner and Son Mortuary is directiong the services and arrangements.
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05/20/2015
Ruth Reeve, 86, of Alvin formerly of Tenaha, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2015 in Alvin, Texas.
Graveside Service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 23, 2015 at New Prospect Cemetery in Timpson.
She was born September 6, 1928 in Tenaha to Joseph Artist and Mattie (Cochran) Deaton.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph & Mattie Deaton and her Husband, Robert Charlie Reeve, Jr.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Joseph Reeve & wife, Susan of Amarillo
Kenneth Reeve & wife, Jeanette of Alvin
Van Reeve & wife, Anita of Houston
5 Grandchildren and 5 Great-Grandchildren
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
05/19/2015
Billy Joe “B.J.” Wright, age 80 of the Woods community, passed away, Tuesday, May 19, 2015.
His wishes were to be cremated and no services are planned at this time.
He was born November 14, 1934 in Wills Point, Texas to parents, Maxie & Alice Cristine (Carpenter) Wright. He owned and operated B.J Wright Plumbing Services since 1978. He is preceded in death by his parents, Maxie & Alice Wright, his wife, Genevieve Nevels Wright and 2 sisters, Betty Jane Whisenhunt and Barbara June Brichetto.
He is survived by:
Son: Billy Jay Wright & wife, Muriel of the Woods community
Daughters:
Kimberley Jan Marshall & husband, Mike of College Station
Jodi Alyson Fountain& husband, Raymond of Center
Shelley Munsterman & husband, Gary of Highlands Ranch, CO
Grandchildren:
Christopher Marshall, Laura Newman, Jayson Wright, Josh Munsterman, Erin Lahey, Matthew Munsterman, Bryan Zulko & Amy Borja, Daylon Fountain, Tyler Fountain & Bryce Fountain
6 Great-Grandchildren and one on the way.
Brothers:
Bobby Jack Wright and wife Carolyn
Buck Jim Wright and wife Pat
Donald Gene Wright and wife Tommie
As well as several nieces and nephews
Services under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
05/18/2015
Ricky Earnest Johnson, 52, of Tenaha, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2015 at his home.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Windham and Bro. Billy Windham officiating. Interment will follow at North Jericho Cemetery in Center.
Mr. Johnson was born November 27, 1962 in Center to J.T. Johnson and Nora Evelyn Finklea Johnson. He worked construction – building houses, sheet rocking, chicken houses and took pride in refinishing furniture at home. His best piece was redoing his Grandmother Tennie’s old dresser.
Ricky leaves behind his extended family, Laurie Lynn Partlow – who he said “I wouldn’t be anyone without you.” Laurie’s children who called him “Pops” – John Smith and wife Tammy of Center, Stacey Smith of Dreka, Eric Partlow of Center, and Amy Lindley and husband, Jamie, of Huxley; the “boys” – six grandsons who he was “Paw Paw” to – Justin Smith and wife, Krystal, Matthew and Logan Smith of Center, Zachery Hass and Cody Holt of Lufkin, and Dakota Hass of Dreka and “Baby Girl” Evelynn Elizabeth Lindley; brother Johnny Johnson and Nadoona; sisters, Sue Ann Chisenhall and husband, Eddie Joe, Kathy Mora and Peggy Moore.
He is preceded in death by parents, J.T. & Nora Johnson; brothers, Jerry Thomas Johnson, Jackie Lee Johnson; nephews, Michael Etheridge, Rueben Olivas; nieces, Christy and Misty Olivas.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Lloyd Wayne Dodson, age 90, of Bonham, Texas passed away peacefully at home on May 17, 2015.
Lloyd was born to Albert and Christine (Graves) Dodson in the Elwood community (Route 1, Ivanhoe) on September 1, 1924. He went to school through the 8th grade in the Tulip School and grew up with a love of hunting and fishing. He then attended Bonham High School, graduating in 1942. After graduation, he worked for the railroad for a short time. In June 1943, Lloyd enlisted in the Army and served in the Pacific Theater for the remainder of World War II. In August 1945, Lloyd was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with “V” (for Valor) for heroic action against the enemy vicinity San Jose, Luzon, Philippines Islands.
After the war, he settled in the Bonham area and married Doris Grey Stimpson on March 29, 1947. They raised four children in the White Shed community before moving to Bonham in 1959. Lloyd was actively involved in his community and never found a sport he didn’t like. He was a farmer and builder of custom homes while simultaneously serving in the National Guard and the U. S. Army Reserves. He eventually became a full time recruiter for the Texas Army National Guard and continued to serve until he retired in 1984 with 36 years of service.
Lloyd was an active member of the Wesley United Methodist Church and helped build the current church building. He was a leader in Boy Scout Troop 260 and coached the Southwest Pump Cardinals in Little League. Lloyd was very proud of his children and grandchildren and all of their accomplishments. He loved fishing, hunting and sharing those passions with family and friends. He was justifiably famous for his fish fry dinners.
Service to veterans was Lloyd’s life. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. Since 1967 when VFW Post 4852 re-organized, Lloyd was a strong and active supporter. When the old VFW building on Main Street in Bonham no longer met their needs, Lloyd was instrumental in getting a lot at Lake Bonham and helping build the new home for the Post. That building burned in November 1994, and Lloyd couldn’t wait to get started on a new one. In June 1995, the new building was opened. He was committed to the Post for 47 years, serving as Post Commander for 33 of those years.
As a father and a community leader, he always set the example. He didn’t tell you the right thing to do, he just did it. He saw things that needed to be done, and did them.
Lloyd was preceded in death by wife Doris Grey (Stimpson) Dodson; son Jerry Wayne Dodson; his parents Albert and Christine; brothers Dennis, Vertis, Tobe, Ward, and Stanley; and sister, Nadine. He is survived by his brother Clifford (Kathryn) of Mineola; son Danny (Debra) of Center; Son Ricky (Rumiko) of Lansing, KS; daughter Judy of Denison; eight grandchildren (Clint, Scott, Brandy, Tara, Raymond, Misty, Michael, Christopher); and six great grandchildren (Dexter Yi; Nicholas and Brandon Dodson; and Wade, Wyatt, and Charlotte Robinson).
Funeral services for Lloyd will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Cooper Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham. Brother Ricky Robbins will officiate with Brother Danny Dodson assisting. Interment will follow at Willow Wild Cemetery with military honors. Pallbearers will be Wade Robinson, Steve Hopkins, Alan Dodson, Larry Dodson, Joe Dodson, and Margo Stimpson. Honorary pallbearers will be Dexter Yi, Wyatt Robinson, and Tom Ceglia.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Wesley United Methodist Church 1580 CR 273 Bonham, TX 75418 or VFW Post 4852, 1610 Mitchell Dr. Bonham, TX 75418
The Dodson family would like to thank the wonderful staffs at Bonham VA Center, the Cosper Veterans Home, and Always Better Care Hospice. The family knows that Lloyd would want to acknowledge the years of friendship and support from Tom, Paul, Kathy, and the rest of his VFW comrades and families.
Family visitation will be on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 from 6-8 pm at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home.
To convey condolences or sign an online registry, please visit www.coopersorrells.com
Services for Martha Price of Nacogdoches, Texas and a native of San Augustine Texas are scheduled for Saturday May 23, 2015 at 2pm at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in San Augustine Texas with burial to follow in the Mt. Zion cemetery. A private family visitation will be held on Friday May 22, 2015 at 3pm at the CJ Davis Memorial Funeral Chapel located at 453 McLaughlin Street in Timpson Texas.
Mrs. Price is survived by
Son:
Orlando Cepado Price (Sharon) of Big Sandy Texas and Michael Bland (Christina) of Houston Texas.
Daughter: Vivian Price of Nacogdoches Texas.
Sisters:
Vickie Lane (Joe) of Nacogdoches Texas and Debra Goodwin of Ft. Worth Texas.
Brothers:
Albert Goodwin, Jr. (Elma) of Desoto Texas and Alfred Goodwin (Lishea) of Nacogdoches, Texas.
7 Grandchildren
13 Great-grandchildren
A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Rev. K. Brian Davis, officiating and Rev. Scotty D. Bland, Eulogist.
Arrangements entrusted to the professionals of CJ Davis Memorial Funeral Services of Timpson Texas and Hicks Mortuary of Center, Texas
Brenda “BB” Cook Hennigan, 70, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, May 15, 2015 in Dallas.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Randy Smith and Bro. Robert Ortigo officiating. Interment will be held at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Beaumont.
Mrs. Hennigan was born April 5, 1945 in Beaumont to John Earnest Cook and Nelwyn Earle Bowers Cook. She loved cooking, rodeoing, coffee time and spending time with family. She was a member of First Methodist Church in Joaquin.
She is survived by
Husband: Larry Hennigan of Joaquin
Children:
Shanna Verret and husband, Hoss, of Hamshire
Shawn Morgan and wife, Kelli, of Fannett
Larry “Bosco” Hennigan of Stillwater, Oklahoma
Anthony Hennigan and wife, Candace, of Joaquin
Sister: Carolyn Wilson of Sulphur, Louisiana
Mother: Nelwyn Earle Cook of Center
Grandchildren:
Justin Morgan of Hamshire
Caleb Verret of Hamshire
Keli Morgan of Fannett
Kassi Morgan of Fannett
Kailea Hennigan of Timpson
Austin Hennigan of Stillwater
Steadman, Haley and Layla of Joaquin
Preceded in death by
Father: John Earnest Cook
Pallbearers will be Mark Ward, Caleb Verret, Justin Morgan, Newton Johnson, Jack Canton and James "Top" Sholar.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department, Desoto Fire District 1 and Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/15/2015
Paul Pleasant Burgess, 91, of Avon Lake, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2015 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was born May 24, 1923 in Joaquin, Texas to the late Edmond and Anne Burgess. In 1945 he permanently moved to Ohio where he met his late wife of 47 years, Harriet Beard.
He served his country at Oak Ridge, Tennessee working in the construction of facilities for the Manhattan Project . Paul became a boilermaker in 1943 in Houston, TX and in 1945 joined the Boilermakers' Local 744 in Cleveland, Ohio. Paul retired in 1985. He passed his strong work ethic down to his children, grand and great-grandchildren.
Paul loved traveling to various states and countries participating in his family's celebrations from sporting events to Morgan County Fair 4-H shows, graduations and weddings. He loved genealogy and spent countless hours in various states tracing his family tree. He was an avid fisherman and taught all his descendants how to bait a hook, skin a catfish and passed on his love of Lake Erie walleye and perch. Many summers were spent in Northern Ohio with his family picking and preserving fruits with his children, grand and great-grandchildren. He had a great respect for nature and God's creatures. Every November he looked forward to driving to Texas for a family reunion at the "Farm" where his family farm is still maintained and kept alive by family members.
Paul was a man admired for his hard work, love of family, and overall goodness, a legacy he passed on to his family. He always had great stories to tell about growing up on an East Texas farm, working at construction sites, and living in old Avon Lake. Stories always included a colorful cast of characters that seemed to cross his path. His compassion, patience, love of God, and long life perspective endeared him to his family and friends.
In addition to his parents and loving wife, Paul was preceded in death by eleven brothers and sisters.
He is survived by sons, Terry (Angela) Burgess of Plantation, FL and David (Christine) Burgess of Chandler, AZ and daughter Cindy (Jack) McGuire of Avon Lake, OH; Grandchildren Jason (Leigh) Burgess and daughter Mayah of Carrboro, NC, Ryan (Veronica) Burgess and sons Liam and Luke of Brasilia, Brasil, Michelle (Jay) Greer and sons Jordan and Justin of McConnelsville, OH, Kraig (Jamie) Burgess and children Navi and Lex of Peoria, AZ, Laura (David) Bares and children Charlie, Evan and Sarah of Northville, MI, Susie (Saro) Sabunciyan and daughter Pippa of Seattle, WA, Thomas (Maggie) Fanslow of Farmington Hills, MI. And many other loved family members and friends.
Friends may call at the Busch Funeral Home, 163 Avon-Belden Rd., Avon Lake from 6-9 pm Friday, May 15, and 10:30-Noon Saturday May 16. The Funeral Service will be at the funeral home at Noon on Saturday. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens, Avon.
Memorial donations may be made to "Neighbors in Need" at United Church of Christ in Avon Lake. To send a note of condolence to the family, go to www.buschcares.com.
Louann Hurst Leach, aged 59, of Pineland, Texas passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2015 in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 18, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at First United Methodist Church in Center with Rev. Carl Smith, Rev. Rob Merriman, and Rev. Karen Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Center.
Mrs. Leach was born November 2, 1955 in Center, Texas to Jerry Waters and Marie Hurst Waters. Mrs. Leach enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved attending her grandchildren’s sporting events and other activities. She looked forward to their annual summer vacations where the entire family could be together, as family was so important to her. She particularly loved Christmas and watching her grandchildren’s faces as they opened their gifts. Whenever she was close to her grandchildren, she would devote time reading to them, playing with them, and holding them. Mrs. Leach also enjoyed spending time at Hawkeye, the family’s hunting club, shopping with her friends, and going out to dinner with her husband, Mick Leach. Whenever the family was happy, she was happy. She truly dedicated her entire life to make sure everyone had what they needed.
Mrs. Leach was an active member of Gideons International. She was involved in several women’s groups. Mrs. Leach was strong in her faith in God and blessed in her life. She believed in God and wanted all her children and grandchildren to have God in their lives. We know she is now watching over all of us and will always be with us wherever we go and in all that we do in life.
Mrs. Leach is survived by:
Husband, Mick Leach of Pineland
Two sons:
Mark Leach and wife, Jennifer, of Shelbyville, Texas
Tim Leach and wife, Courtney, of Penn Laird, Virginia
Five grandchildren: Colt, Gracie, Chloe, Reese, and Sydney Leach
Sisters:
Mary Lynn Tinkle and husband, Steve, of Center, Texas
Amy Philips and husband, Mark, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Brother, Nick Waters and wife, Misti, of Magnolia, Texas
Special Niece, Wendi Summers; and numerous other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Jerry Waters and Marie Hurst Waters; and grandparents, Dr. T.L. and Lilly Hurst.
Pallbearers will be Todd Clark, Nathan Phelps, Donnie Moody, Jon Schillings, Tim Hopkins and Ray Griffin. Honorary pallbearers will be Ben Wulf, Deuce Wulf, Vic Cooper, J.B. Raymond, Joez Jones, Justin Wagstaff, Heath Hagler, Randy Tomlin and Brady Scarber.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Gideons International, PO Box 756, Hemphill, Texas 75948.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/14/2015
Rozelle Edna Dowden Murray, 99, of Woden, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2015 in Garrison.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, May 16, 2015 at Garrison Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, May 17, 2015 at Bellwood Baptist Church in Bellwood, Louisiana with Bro. Billy Shugart officiating. Interment will follow at Bellwood Baptist Cemetery in Bellwood, Louisiana.
Ms. Murray was born March 29, 1916 in Kisatchie, Louisiana to Stephen Willis Dowden and Ada Belle Rhodes Carter Dowden. She loved quilting, crocheting, reading and making jewelry.
She is survived by
Sons:
James Melvin Murray and wife, Lori, of California
Hubert Whitman and wife, Euna, of Nacogdoches
Sheryl Elmer Murray and wife, Deborah, of Timpson
Michael Elmo Murray and wife, Carolyn, of Woden
Daughter: Charlotte Edna Murray Hamilton and husband, Tommy, of Nacogdoches
20 Grandchildren
33 Great-Grandchildren
10 Great-Great-Grandchildren
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Husband: Melvin Elmore Murray
Daughter: Madeline Carrol
Sons: Reginald Earl Murray, Ronald Stephen Murray
Granddaughter: Sabrina Fahey
Great-Grandchildren: Coby Murray, Aarron Michael Murray, Sidney Rene Murray, Cameron Elizabeth Murray, Baby Murray
Parents: Stephen Willis Dowden and Ada Belle Rhodes Carter Dowden
Brothers: Martin Carter, Newton Carter, Nathan Amos Dowden, Dave Dowden, Stephen Grant “SG” Dowden
Sisters: Maude Rector, Agnes Chance, Amanda Betts
Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison, Texas.
Mrs. Doris Mae Bussey, 94, formerly of Timpson passed away Sunday, May 3, 2015 in Washington State.
Service will be held Sturday, May 16, 2015 at Smyrna Church in Timpson, Texas starting at 1pm. Interment will follow at St. John Cemetery in Tenaha, Texas. Rev. James Mosley will be officating the services.
Mr. Bussey is survived by:
Sons:
Andrew Bussey Jr. of Washinton
Terry Bussey of Washington
Daughter:
Jennifer Bussey of Houston , Texas
4 grandchildren and 12 great- grandchildren
Services under the care and direction of Community Funeral Home of Timpson, Texas.
Richard Lee Sharp, Sr., 59, of Joaquin, passed away Monday, May 12, 2015 in Joaquin.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, May 17, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 18, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Jeff Spring officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Mr. Sharp was born November 2, 1955 in Center to Charlie Sharp and Georgia Evans Sharp. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by
Daughter: Kasey Hargrove and Robbie Chambliss of Tenaha
Sons:
Richard “Little Man” Sharp of Joaquin
Jamie Carroll of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Klayton Lewis
Christian “EZ” Lewis
Paislee Sharp
Wesley Chambliss
Brothers:
Charlie Sharp and wife, Charlotte, of Michigan
Donald Harris of Denver, Colorado
Sister: Annie Sharp of Orange
Nephews:
Bimbo Sharp and wife, Debra, of Joaquin
Jeff Sharp and wife, Cindy, of Joaquin
Charlie Sharp and wife, Ashley, of Stonewall, Louisiana
Nieces:
Danyel Sledge and husband, J.P., of Joaquin
Deena Lum and husband, Casey, of Converse
Crissy Downing and husband, Rodney, of Deadwood
A host of other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Wife: Cindy Hargrove Sharp
Parents: Charlie Sharp and Georgia Evans Sharp
Brother: Jimmy Sharp
Pallbearers will be Jeff Sharp, Bimbo Sharp, Lil Charlie Sharp, Wade Alvis, Robbie Chambliss and Brad Stanley. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Head and Elzie Ray Estes.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/12/2015
Leonard Sanford, 71, of Pearland, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at Tusany Village Nursing Home in Pearland.
Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at Borders Cemetery with Bro. John Bender officiating.
He was born October 23, 1943 in Casa Grande, New Mexico to Loniel Clayton and Juanita (Weir) Sanford. He worked as an environmental cleanup for Garner Environmental.
He is survived by:
Wife:
Diana Sanford of Pearland
Children:
Catherine
Leonard Sanford, Jr.
Loniel Sanford
Joann Sanford
Sister:
Lisa Martinez
Brothers:
Russell Sanford
Douglas Sanford
Daniel Sanford
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
05/11/2015
Vircle McSwain, 93, of Zwolle, La formerly of Center, passed away Monday, May 11, 2015 in Lufkin.
Services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 16, 2015 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jim Manning and Bro. Aubie McSwain officiating. Burial will follow at White Rock Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, May 15, 2015 from 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born August 26, 1921 in Shelby County to Samuel and Leta (Johnson) Lucas.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Tuck and Leta Lucas, Husband, Clarence McSwain, 3 Brothers, Floyd Lucas, Ennis Lucas & Dennis Lucas.
She is survived by:
Son:
CV McSwain & wife, Cathy and Corpus Christi
Daughter:
Sulane Mayer & husband, Gene of Zwolle, LA
Grandchildren:
Marc McSwain of San Jose, CA
Larissa McSwain of Corpus Christi
Great-Granddaughters:
Elysia & Estia
Sister:
Lillie Mae Williamson of Livingston formerly of Shelby County
Numerous Nieces & Nephews
Pallbearers:
Travis “Tappy” Wilburn, Bradley Wilburn, William Lucas,
Kerry Lucas, Royce Lynn Johnson & Joe Dykes
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com. Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Velma Wheeler McLeroy, 93, of Center, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2015 in Plano.
Visitation will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Bro. Carl Smith officiating.
Ms. McLeroy was born September 25, 1921 in Garrison to Weldon S. Wheeler and Della Nelson Wheeler. She was a homemaker and later worked alongside her husband, Chester, at the Center and Iola School Systems. Ms. McLeroy was a member of First Baptist Church in Center.
She is survived by:
Son: Dan McLeroy of Plano
Daughter: Janet Townsend and husband, Don, Bowling Green, Kentucky
Grandchildren:
Lori Gilbert of Lufkin
Joel McLeroy and wife, Trisha, of Lufkin
Rustin McLeroy of Houston
Ben Townsend of Bowling Green, Kentucky
Jeffrey Townsend and wife, Ali, of Bowling Green, Kentucky
Luke Townsend and wife, Crystal of Bowling Green, Kentucky
Shaina Townsend of Bowling Green, Kentucky
Great-Grandchildren:
Miranda Smith and husband, Ryan, of Honolulu, Hawaii
Hannah Gilbert of New York
Abby Gilbert of New York
Luke Gilbert of New York
Amelia Townsend of Bowling Green, Kentucky
Great Great-Grandchild: Maddi Smith of Honolulu, Hawaii
Sisters-in-law:
Gladys Davis of Austin
Charlsie Wheeler of Center
Preceded in death by
Husband: Chester McLeroy
Son: John Allen McLeroy
Parents: Weldon S. Wheeler and Della Nelson Wheeler
Brother: Hubert Wheeler, Oran Wheeler, Eula Wheeler, James Wheeler
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/10/2015
Jerry Donald Rudd, 66, of Center passed away Saturday May 9, 2015 in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, May 11, 2015 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel with Center Church of Christ minister Tim Perkins officiating and Rodney Golden leading congregational singing. Interment will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.
Jerry was born in the sand hills of South Jericho, Texas in 1948 to Pershing and Alene Cook Rudd. He lived in Center, Texas most of his life and was a loyal employee of Tyson Foods for more than 30 years in their hatchery and food processing facilities. Jerry was a diligent and hard worker, earning him the nickname “Speedy." He was a devoted Christian and a faithful member of Center Church of Christ. He loved his church family and the Holy Scriptures, studying the bible weekly. He was a familiar face in the Center, Texas community serving as Chaplain of the Capt. Jesse Amason Camp #282 Sons of Confederate Veterans.
Jerry, a devoted father and doting grandfather, especially loved spending time with his family and friends, where he was known for his big bear hugs. He married Flora Coyle and was the proud father of two daughters and grandfather to three grandchildren. Jerry possessed boundless energy, an indomitable spirit and an ever optimistic outlook on life. He will be dearly missed.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and brother Frank Davis Rudd. He is survived by his wife, two daughters Donna Rudd Anderson and husband David and Dana Rudd Richardson and husband Paul and three grandchildren Christina Patterson, Emily Richardson and Kathryn Anderson.
William Rudd, Barry Rudd, Matthew Rudd, Carl Rudd, Ray Smiley, David Anderson, Gene Bradshaw and Rodney Golden will serve as pall bearers.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/08/2015
Bell Nash, age 90, of Center, Texas passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at Nacogdoches Medical Center in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was a native of Broaddus, Texas.
Funeral Service will be held Monday, May 11, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at True Vine Baptist Church with interment at St. Peter Cemetery, Broaddus, Texas, Rev. Orvin Garrett Officiating. Visitation will be held Sunday, May 10, 2015
1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Garner & Son Chapel.
Survivors include:
Grandson, Scotty Nash
Niece, Margie Johnson
Nephew, Lincoln Nash
Special Cousins: Tommy Garrett and Peggy Garrett Bray
And a host of other relatives and friends including the staff and residents of Green Acres Nursing Facility
Services are under the direction of Percy Garner and Son Mortuary, San Augustine, Texas.
05/06/2015
Jerry Dwight Willey, 67, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2015 in Lufkin.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, May 8, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 9, 2015 at Dunnigan Church in the Patroon Community of Shelby County with Bro. Pat Windham and Bro. B.A. Morris officiating. Interment will follow at Dunnigan Cemetery in the Patroon Community of Shelby County.
Mr. Willey was born August 1, 1947 in Silsbee to David Crockett Willey and Anna Mahaffey Willey. He was a member of Sam Houston Masonic Lodge #32 and Order of the Eastern Star #903. Mr. Willey was a longtime employee of L&R Timber in San Augustine and later was owner and operator of Patroon Store.
He is survived by
Wife: Debbie Willey of Shelbyville
Children:
Amanda Willey of Shelbyville
Gary Willey of Plantation, Florida
Arthur Willey and wife, Samantha, of Buckatunna, Mississippi
Special Children:
Ellen Lout of Center
Barry Lout of Patroon
Grandson: Austin Craig Willey of Buckatunna, Mississippi
Special Granddaughter: Samantha Bridges of Center
Brother: Nat Willey and wife, Charlene, of Pineland
Sisters:
Viola McKinney of Colmesneil
Grace Simmons of Milam
Mary Sullivan of Broaddus
Carolina Elliott and husband, Latrent, of Milam
Mother-in-law: Ruby Risinger of Goober Hill
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: David Crockett Willey and Anna Mahaffey Willey
Brother: Emory D. “Bill” Willey
Sisters: Cynthia A. West, Johnnie Faye Willey
Pallbearers will be Mike Lout, Ricky Lout, Jay Wilson, Chad Norton, Greg McDonald and Jeffery Ross. Honorary pallbearers will be members of Sam Houston Masonic Lodge #32.
Mr. Joe Bell, 60, of Tenaha, Texas passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at Holiday Nursing Home in Center, Texas.
Services for Mr. Bell will be Saturday, May 9, 2015 starting at 11am at Benford Chapel Baptist Church in Tenaha, Texas with interment to follow at St. John Cemetery in Tenaha.
Reverand Cedric Grace will be officating the services.
Mr. Bell is survived by:
Sons
Kendricks McClure of Tenaha, Texas
Korey McClure of Tenaha, Texas
Daughter
Greta Robertson of Houston, Texas
Sisters
Shirley Joffrion of Alexander, Louisiana
Linda Bell of Houston, Texas
Dorothy Smith of Houston, Texas
8 grandchildren
Community Funeral Home is in care of the funeral and arrangements
.05/05/2015
Jimmy Michael Cosby Sr., 75, of Nacogdoches, passed away Monday, May 4, 2015 at his residence.
Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 9, 2015 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mr. Cosby was born January 26, 1940 in Center to Thomas Cosby and Helen Passmor Cosby. He served in the United States Army. Mr. Cosby loved to cook and play music. He was the owner and operator of the Country Kitchen for 20 years.
He is survived by
Children:
David Day of Silsbee
Scarlett Schweim of Douglass
Wesley Cosby of Douglass
Kevin Cosby of Douglass
Patricia Cox of Nacogdoches
Thomas Cosby of Midland
Austin Cosby of Connecticut
Linda Weatherly of Garrison
Sisters:
Mary Walker of Center
Linda Hightower of Longview
Kathy Reed of Shreveport, Louisiana
Brother: Larry Cosby of Nacogdoches
Numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Son: Mike Cosby
Parents: Thomas Cosby and Helen Passmor Cosby
Brothers: Guy Cosby, Thomas Cosby Jr.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/04/2015
Mr. Lucious Lee Rector , 51, of Center passed away Wednesday morning, April 29, 2015 at his residence in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Services for Mr. Rector will be Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at Abundant Love Ministries in Center at 2pm, interment will follow at WestView Cemetery in Center with Reverand Steve Standley to officate the service.
Mr Rector is survived by:
Wife
Winnie Rector of Nacogdoches, Texas
Sister
Teresia (Tim) Rector of Nacogdoches, Texas
Brothers
Johnny (Barbara) Rector of Center, Texas
Jimmy (Ella) Rector of Nacogdoches, Texas
Special Uncle
Grant Rector of Center, Texas
Special Aunt
Queen Standley of Center, Texas
Services under the direction of Cummunity Funeral Home of Center , Texas.
05/03/2015
Charlie Helms, 74, of Center, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2015 in Tyler.
Graveside service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at New Hope Cemetery in Center with Bro. Ozay Ford and Bro. Ed McRae officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Mr. Helms was born December 21, 1940 in Oak Grove, Louisiana to Marvin H. Helms and Virginia Lovett Helms. He loved gardening, riding horses, fishing, woodworking and going to church. He was a member of Saint Mark’s United Methodist Church.
He is survived by
Daughter: Patricia Helms of Center
Brother: Kenny Helms and wife, Laurie, of Shreveport
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Wife: Sarah Helms
Parents: Marvin H. Helms and Virginia Lovett Helms
Pallbearers will be Todd Thompson, David Lawrence, Alex Munoz, Robert Ellis, Pat Tinkle and Patrick Lupton. Honorary pallbearers will be Duke Ellis and Shane Corbell, Billy Thompson.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Saint Mark’s United Methodist Church, 208 CR 2622, Center, Texas 75935, Hospice of East Texas Homeplace, 4111 University Boulevard, Tyler, Texas 75701 and New Hope Cemetery, 1721 FM 138, Center, Texas 75935.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Danny Ray Allison was born February 20, 1950 in Center, Texas to William Allison, Jr. and Wanda (Sanders) Allison. He entered into rest on May 3, 2015 in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Graveside service will be at Cold Springs Cemetery, Garrison, Texas, Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at 2:00 PM. Bro. Brent Crosswhite will be the minister.
He is survived by:
Wife: Donna Allison of Garrison, Texas
Son: Kelvin T. (KT) and wife Tracy Allison of Timpson, Texas
Grandson: Kelvin T. Allison II of Timpson, Texas
Sister: Sandra Allen of Garrison, Texas
Niece: Deborah Edwards of Garrison, Texas
Pamela Pollard of Garrison, Texas
Host of other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by parents: William Allison Jr. and Wanda (Sanders) Allison and a great niece: Abby Gayle Edwards.
05/01/2015
Mark Thomas “Monkey” Moore, 59, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, May 1, 2015 at his residence.
Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, May 3, 2015 at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center with Rev. Karen Jones officiating. A visitation will be held one hour prior to service time at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Mr. Moore was born April 19, 1956 in Center to Austin R. Moore and Maxine Thomason. He was of the Church of Christ faith.
He is survived by
Daughter: Kristy Dunn of Charleston, Arkansas
Grandchildren:
Morgan Prescott of Charleston, Arkansas
Destiny Dunn of Charleston, Arkansas
Mother: Maxine Thomason Keiling of Mineola, Texas
Sisters:
Tresa Ross Pearce of Joaquin, Texas
Debbie Childs of Mineola, Texas
Brothers:
Lynn Moore of Port Arthur, Texas
Johnnie Moore of Mount Ida, Arkansas
Nieces:
Stephanie Whittington of Hays, Kansas
Stacy David of Santa Fe, Texas
Jamie Lindsey of Bronson, Texas
Courtney Moore of Joaquin, Texas
Nephew: Steven Howard of Wichita, Kansas
Uncles:
Dale Moore of McAlester, Oklahoma
Don Moore of Tulsa, Oklahoma
Special friend: Jackie Boyette of Joaquin, Texas
Preceded in death by
Father: Austin Moore
Grandparents: Marshall C. Thomason, Zora Thomason, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Moore
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Francis Louise Todd, 80, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2015 in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born on August 10, 1934 in Caledonia, Texas, the daughter of Walter P. Stone and Frankie Crump Stone. The family will have a Graveside Service at Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson, Texas at 2 PM on May 1, 2015.
Louise and her husband Sam K. Todd were married for 62 years. She enjoyed crocheting and making dolls. She loved having family gatherings.
No matter what you had done in your life Gan-Gan loved all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren with all of her heart. She found joy in “spoiling” every child she met and also made sure to tell their parents to do the same.
She is survived by:
Children:
Daughter, Betty Caldwell and husband Dan of Timpson, Texas
Son, John Todd and wife Patricia of Timpson, Texas
Daughter, Nell Yates of Channelview, Texas
Son, Sammy “Bo” Todd of Timpson, Texas
Daughter, Frankie Parkman and husband Kim of Marshall, Texas
Son, Buster Todd and fiancé Mandy Mayes of Nacogdoches, Texas
Son, Joe Todd and wife Linda of Timpson, Texas
18 grandchildren
28 great-grandchildren
2 great-great grandkids
And a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly.
Ms. Todd was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Sam K. Todd; two brothers, Boug Stone and Howard Stone; two sisters, Jeanette Burger and Katie Herndon; one grandson, John E. Todd Jr., and son-in-law, Glen Yates.
To convey condolences online, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, is in charge of arrangements.
