Obituaries
06/14/2024
Judy Goodrum, 80, of Timpson will have graveside service at 2pm on Sunday, June 16, 2024 at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery with Bro. John Raines officiating.
Mrs. Goodrum passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2024 in Nacogdoches. She was born on October 12, 1943 in Houston, Texas.
Judy was a woman with a heart of gold. She was kind, giving and enjoyed being surrounded by those she loved the most. On May 11, 1963, she married the love of her life, Leon Goodrum. They spent 60 wonderful years together until his passing this past January. Judy and Leon were both very dedicated employees of Timpson ISD and the friendships they made lasted a lifetime. Judy was a member of Timpson Missionary Baptist Church where she was a longtime Sunday School teacher. She also enjoyed reading and watching westerns. She will forever be remembered as the sweet lady at the school who was always ready to help others and never faltered in being a proud Timpson Bear. She would help in the office, cafeteria or in the classrooms and enjoyed every minute spent with the employees and children. Her smile and the way she treated others will certainly serve as wonderful memories to those who loved her.
Judy is survived by:
Daughter, Trisha Goodrum
Sisters-in-law:
Mattie Goodrum
Alice Harmon
She also leaves behind Janel Baker and her family, whom Judy loved very dearly.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Winston Leon Goodrum and her brothers, Henry Harmon and Gene Harmon.
Serving as pallbearers will be Rick Goodrum, Roy Goodrum, Casey Stanford, Ronnie Wolfe, Bobby Rhodes and Geoffrey Dubea.
06/14/2024
Kenneth Dale Strickland (Stick) of Crosby and Joaquin, Texas, left this world on June 12, 2024, to be with our Heavenly Father.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, June 17, 2024, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Bro. Paul Silvey will officiate.
Kenny was born on October 16, 1953, to A.D. and Hazel Strickland in Beaumont, Texas. After graduating from Forest Park High, Kenny followed in his father’s footsteps and was hired on with the railroad. After more than 40 years as a conductor with Union Pacific, Kenny retired and moved to Joaquin after the passing of his mother to be with his daughter, Kristi and granddaughter, Aimee.
Kenny enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, cooking, watching westerns, making people laugh and of course, watching his favorite football team, the Texans; however, the outcome of the games were not his favorite. He also enjoyed reading the Bible, three times to be exact!
Life gave him a few lemons, but he always seemed to turn it into lemonade.
Kenny enjoyed the simple life of living in Joaquin and spending time with his friends at the local tire shop or at his friends’ houses. His last few years, he was fortunate enough to spend time with Kristi, Ricky, Aimee and, Michelle while they took care of him as he battled cancer.
Survivors include:
Son, Ricky Strickland of Beaumont
Daughters:
Kristi Strickland of Joaquin
Michelle Rollocks, and husband, Felix of Crosby
Grandchildren:
Aimee Jergins, and her husband, Hayden of Joaquin
Alexis Morales of Crosby
Jaden Smith of Crosby
Chauncey Dior Smith of Crosby
Great-grandchildren:
Jaxton Dale Jergins
Addisyn Mae Jergins of Joaquin
Alexander Morales
Hailee Morales of Crosby
Brother, Larry Strickland, and his wife, Mary Beth of Vidor
Aunt and uncle, Ann and Wayne Barber of Jasper; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Linda Strickland; father, A.D. Strickland; and mother, Hazel Strickland.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/13/2024
Leta Fae “Teny” Rector was born the late John and Ruby Gibbs on November 4th, 1954. She was called home by her Lord on June 10th, 2024.
Visitation will be 10am Monday, June 17, 2024 at Mt. Union Freewill Baptist Church in Garrison. Service will follow at 11am Monday June 17, 2020 at Mt. Union Freewill Baptist Church with interment at Concord Cemetery.
She enjoyed many things in life including, singing with her family, fishing, cooking, sewing, and gathering with family and friends. She married Kenneth Rector on October 23, 1989. They shared almost 35 years of marriage together. She was a valued member of Mount Union Free Will Baptist church in Garrison, TX. She was the piano player, special music singer, deacon wife, dumpling maker, and recently the pastor’s wife. She loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and especially loved singing about Him. She spent 29 years as a mail carrier for the Garrison Post Office.
Son, Wade Rector, and wife, Heather Rector
Sisters:
Debra Hall, and husband, James “Buddy” Hall
Peggy Eddins
Brothers:
Johnnie Gibbs, and wife, Mary Gibbs
Duane Gibbs, and wife, Jean Gibbs
Granddaughters:
Adalee Rector
Abby Rector
A host of Nieces and nephews who she loved very much
She is preceded in death by her mother and father, John and Ruby Gibbs, and her daughter Shelby Rector. She is survived by her husband Kenneth Rector of Carthage, TX.
Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home.
06/13/2024
Alice Faye Hughes Weeks, 72, of Center, passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2024, in Tyler.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at Noon. Bro. Steve Noble will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born January 10, 1952, in Aimwell, Louisiana, Alice is the daughter of A.J. Poole and Eerie Poole.
She is survived by:
Special friend, Bobby Holloway of Center
Daughters:
Cindy Furlow, and husband Kenneth, of Huxley
Jennifer Hughes of Center
Grandchildren:
Lance Furlow, and wife, Haley of Huxley
Brook Sturgis, and husband Hayden, of Center
Shelby Sturgis of Nacogdoches
Great-grandchildren:
Karson McCracken of Center
Brooks Buchannon of Center
Sister, Gwen Hyatt and husband James of Gary
Preceded in death by husband, Robert Hughes; parents, A.J. Poole and Eerie Poole; and sisters, Sherrie Vasquez, Nadie Morgan, and Diane Poole.
Pallbearers will be Herman Vasquez, Eddie Sturgis, Melvin Broadway, Michael Hughes, Tyler Hughes, and Chad Hughes.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/12/2024
Harold James Randle was born on November 26, 1967, to Verdell Adams Randle of Center, Shelby County, Texas. Above all, Harold James’s life was defined by sharing knowledge through candid conversations about work, life and love.
Funeral Service is at 2pm Saturday, June 15th, 2024 at Abundant Life Ministries, 1426 Shelbyville Street, Center, Texas 75935 with Rev. Marlin Cloudy, Pastor, Eulogist. Burial is at Westview Cemetery, Center, Texas. No visitations on Friday, June 14, 2024.
Harold James always inspired others with his constant drive to be a better man. He loved to challenge himself, never settling for anything less than his absolute best. His sense of humor was unmatched, often leaving people in stitches, providing much-needed humor in their lives. It's not every day you come across someone who is both respected and admired but Harold James was all that and so much more.
Harold James went on to have (his children Marshavius, Hilton Rashad, Makias, Devin, Kailan, and Ambria. Harold was an absolutely loving father, husband, brother and son. His love and care were the greatest gifts his entire family could ask for. He filled the lives of his family, friends and colleagues with endless moments of laughter and deep, meaningful connections. Losing him feels like losing a part of their souls. Words can't adequately express the depth of their pain or the magnitude of their loss. He will forever be missed—the laughter, the wisdom, and the simple, everyday moments shared.
In his life, Harold James taught countless lessons. His drive, confidence, and loving encouragement will continue on through all who knew him. The love for this incredible young man runs deeper than words can ever express.
On Saturday, June 8, 2024, Harold James departed this life in Houston.
He is survived by:
Wife of 30 years, Leticia Randle of Center
Aunt/Mother, Mary Linda Rico (Adams)
Children:
Marshavius Randle Sr. of Houston
Hilton Rashad Randle of Geneva
Makias Norris (“Randle”) of Tenaha
Devin Randle (‘Desiree’) of Kileen
Kailan Randle of Huntsville
Ambria Randle of Center
Siblings:
Brother, Harold Glenn of Center
Sister, Davetta Glenn of Beaumont
Sister, Anne Glenn of Center
Brother, Terrance Randle of Center
Brother, Renord Gardner of Center
Brother, Artis Hunter of Beaumont
Sister, Teresa Hunter of Beaumont
Sister, Yolanda Michelle Owens of Dallas
Sister, Millie Dale Williams (Darron) of Lufkin
Grandchildren:
Gracelynn
Morgan
Kaydence
MaKinnley
Marshavius Jr.
A host of nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.
Harold James was preceded in death by brothers Fitzgerald Adams, Charles Randle and sister Veronica Randle.
Services are under the direction of Sid Roberts Funeral Home, Nacogdoches.
06/12/2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved, Casey Gale Foley Albers, age 38, of Center, Texas on June 8, 2024.
Casey was born December 16, 1985, in Houston, Texas to Corlis Gale Foley and Lisa Elizabeth Albers. She graduated from Brazos High School, class of 2004, where she was class president and homecoming queen. She studied at Texas State University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts and Major in Mass Communication – Public Relations degree in 2008. She was also a member of the sorority Chi Beta Delta. Casey later worked at Gucci and took great pride in her work, meeting wonderful people and establishing lifelong friendships.
Casey was a loving daughter, granddaughter, sister, cousin, aunt and friend. Some of her favorite titles included: dog mom, Aunt Casey Gale, and godmother. She was the kindest, most loving and genuine person that could make you laugh with her quick-witted sense of humor. She loved playing softball, participating in pageants, traveling and shopping, but most of all, she loved spending time with the people that she loved. Despite facing many health challenges in her life, Casey remained resilient and persevered through it all. She was a fighter until the end, and she was an inspiration to us all.
Casey is survived by:
Grandparents, Charles and Mona Huff of Chickasaw, OK
Parents:
Jim and Lisa Albers of Center
Corlis Gale and Karen Foley of Wentzville, MO
Siblings:
Aric and Laura Albers
Jeremy Albers
Chad Humphreys
Nathan and Jeanette Humphreys
Blake Foley
Ryan Foley
Ethan Foley
A host of uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
She was proceeded in Death by her grandparents, Corlis and Hazel Foley, Lanell Huff and Louise Huff; and her brother, Cody Albers.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 13, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Starr Funeral Home located at 510 Starr Street, Hemphill, Texas
Funeral services will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 14, 2024, in Starr Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Brad Langford officiating.
Burial will follow at McMahan Chapel Cemetery, 2240 McMahan's Chapel Rd Spur 35, San Augustine, Texas. Serving as pallbearers will be Aric Albers, Jeremy Albers, Chad Humphreys, Nathan Humphreys, Blake Foley, Ryan Foley, Ethan Foley and Jeremy Albers Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Bradley Huff and Casey Huff II.
We will miss her dearly but take comfort that she is now in a better place, free from pain and suffering. May her soul rest in eternal peace.
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3
Memories and condolences may be shared at starrfuneralhome.com.
06/10/2024
Luis Alberto Gonzalez-Ozorio, 42, of Center, Texas, passed away on June 8, 2024, in Houston, Texas. He was born on September 4, 1981, in Cerco de Piedra, Puebla, Mexico, to Eutimio Gonzalez and Gilberta Osorio.
Funeral service will be held at 4PM on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home, with Pastor Lester Corrales and Bro. Michael Belgard officiating. Mr. Gonzalez will be returning home in Mexico for burial.
Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 3pm on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home.
Luis made his home in Center, Texas. He married the love of his life, Lilia Parra, on December 28, 2008. They have four children. Luis was a beloved husband, father, brother, and son. He lived life to the fullest, enjoying every moment spent with his family. Luis loved the Lord and served through his church. He will be remembered by his big smile and good spirit. He was a hard worker. Luis worked for Crossfire for over 6 years in the oil field industry. He will be greatly missed by those that knew him.
He is survived by wife, Lilia Parra-Gonzalez
Children:
Breydi Gonzalez
Naomi Gonzalez
Elisa Gonzalez
Caleb Gonzalez
Parents, Eutimio Gonzalez and Gilberta Osorio
Brother, Abel Gonzalez
Sisters:
Amelia Gonzalez
Lorena Gonzalez
Carina Gonzalez
Sandy Gonzalez
Luis is preceded in death by his grandparents, Valerio Osorio, Antonio Gonzalez, Ignacia Hernandez and Margarita Tellez.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
06/09/2024
Nancy Pauline Kellar, 76, of Tenaha, passed away Friday, June 7, 2024, in Tenaha.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, June 9, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 10, 2024, at Ramah Baptist Church in Tenaha with Bro. Keith Keele and Bro. Andrew McDaniel officiating. Interment will follow at Tennessee Cemetery in Tenaha.
Born September 1, 1947, in Logansport, Louisiana, Nancy is the daughter of A.D. Grimsley and Camilla Hall Grimsley Crawford. She loved gardening, caring for her many animals, attending church, and spending time with her precious family and friends. A Christian and woman of faith, Nancy was a member of Ramah Baptist Church.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Danny Kellar and wife Cathy of Tenaha
Ronny and wife Tammi of Tenaha
Grandchildren:
John Glenn Kellar and fiancé Jennifer Kellar of Austin
Tristen Kellar of Marshall
Faith Marie Kellar of Fort Worth and fiancé Foster Stimpson
Katelyn Kellar of Tenaha
Michael Kellar of Tenaha
Joshua Cassidy Kellar of San Diego, California
Great-grandchildren:
Phoebe Kellar
Aiden Kellar
Isaac Kellar
Kinsley Kellar
Sister, Mamie Vanover and husband Jim of Carthage
Brother, Forest Crawford Jr. and wife Sherry of Chireno
Numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by husband, Arthur Eugene Kellar; father, A.D. Grimsley; mother, Camilla Hall Grimsley Crawford; stepfather, Forest Crawford; sisters, Mary Hansson, Frances McDaniel, and Margaret Bowlin; and brothers, John Grimsley, Bill Grimsley, and James Grimsley.
Pallbearers will be John Kellar, Michael Kellar, Danny Kellar, Ronny Kellar, Jake Vanover, and Tristen Kellar. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Ramah Baptist Church Adult Sunday School Class.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Ramah Baptist Church Building Fund.
The family would like to thank her doctors and staff at The Hope Center in Tyler, as well as her church family and friends for the love, prayers, and support this past year.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/07/2024
Dorothy Collins Hess (Doy) (Mama Hess) (GrannyPa), 93, of Center, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2024, in Nacogdoches.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 8, 2024, at McClelland Community Church in Shelbyville with visitation beginning at Noon. Bro. Chris Collins and Bro. Jon Collins will officiate. Interment will follow at McClelland Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Born February 15, 1931, in Center, Dorothy is the daughter of Edmond Frank Collins and Stella Mae Graves Collins. She had a passion for songwriting, and music was a part of who she was. Her fondest memories were when she lived in Nashville working with many country music stars.
Her hobbies included reading, collecting and documenting family history, writing letters to family and pen pals from high school, gardening, and estate sales. She had a servant’s heart, always wanting to help her family and friends. She had a quote, “It will never be too early in the morning, or too late at night – all you have to do is give me a call and I will be there.” Dorothy was a member of McClelland Community Church in Shelbyville, where she was affectionately known as Aunt Doy to many.
She is survived by:
Children:
Roger Hess (Jackie) of Round Top
Troy Hess of Center
Colleen Carls of Tomball
Janalyn (Jan) Parent of Katy
Myra Lamb of San Jacinto
Darlene Peek of Caldwell
Grandchildren:
Roger Hess Jr. (Jennifer) of Spring
Nikki Sarvis (Brian) of Tomball
Jennifer Fairchild (Billy) of Lubbock
Chris Sullivan of Round Top
Mindy Sturrock (Dylan) of Bullard
Tyler Geer (Kait) of Round Top
Zane Geer of Fairbanks, Alaska
Derek Ferrell
LaDawn Rhodes (Tanner) of Fort Worth
Heath Carls of Webster
Austin Hess of Houston
Matthew Hess of Houston
Ronnie Lamb
Mark Lamb
Keith Lamb
Becky Wilson
Darla Preston
Tammy Lamb
Norris and Nadine McManus of Caldwell
Great-grandchildren:
Hunter
Chance
Lane
Brooklyn
Rylan
Bostyn
Elliott
Kamryn
Conor
Sutton
Kohen
Steeley
Sutherland
Briar
Braelyn
Brady
Sarah
Numerous other great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by husband, Bennie Hess; daughter, Margie McDonald; parents, Edmond Frank Collins and Stella Mae Graves Collins; brother, Lonnie Collins; sister, Marcia Wood; sister-in-law, Linda Collins; and brother-in-law, Don Wood.
Pallbearers will be James Alvis, Jon Collins, Cory Collins, Bradley Jamison, Mac Collins, Ed Prislac, and Brian Collins. Honorary pallbearer will be Ronnie Gregg.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/07/2024
Edd Marlin Kyle, 84, of Center, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2024, in Nacogdoches.
Graveside service will be held at 10am, Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Old Center Cemetery in Panola County.
Marlin was born to Frank and Willie Kyle on June 4, 1940. Marlin was a caregiver to his parents and also worked with his Dad in the chicken business. As his mother declined in health and was older, he took care of her. He was a very good man, the youngest of six children, leaving two sisters who loved him very much. Marlin was a very good man who loved God.
He is survived by his sisters, Bobbye Savoy and Zola Meche.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/06/2024
Kayden Lee Windham, 6, of Gary, Texas, passed away on June 2, 2024, in Galveston, Texas. He was born on July 10, 2017, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to Kenneth Earl Windham Jr. and Silvia Parra.
Funeral service will be held at 1PM on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home, with Bro. Steve Noble officiating. Private interment will follow.
Visitation will be held on Monday, June 10, 2024, from 5-7PM at Mangum Funeral Home.
Kayden was a young little boy that was full of life. He loved to the fullest. He enjoyed spending time outdoors. He had a special bond with his older brother, K3. Aunt Ashley said it best, “he had so much spunk and filled us with so much laughter when he was around”. Kayden loved to help those around and his heart was so big!
He is survived by:
Parents, Kenneth Earl Windham Jr. and Silvia Parra
Big Brother, Kenneth Earl Windham III
Grandparents:
Connie Smith
Kenneth Earl Windham
Kathy Parra
Numerous aunts and uncles
Numerous cousins
Kayden is preceded in death by his Papaw, Shannon Spruiell; and uncle, Joseph Windham.
Pallbearers serving will be Rodney Foster, Austin Johnson, Devon Dade, and Bo Kunkel.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to cover the funeral expenses.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
06/05/2024
Jacqueline (Jackie) Robinson, 65 of Timpson, passed away May 23, 2024 in Nacogdoches. She was the 3rd born child of Dorzer Lee and Joe Nathan Robinson Sr. and born July 21, 1958 at Lackland Air Base in San Antonio, Texas.
Graveside service is 12 noon Saturday, June 8, 2024 at Timpson Smyrna Cemetery, 753-755 Railroad Ave., Timpson, Texas 75975 with Bishop Cedrick Grace Sr., Eulogist.
Jackie attended Kindergarten at the Colored School, then attended the New Timpson School System that exists today.
Jackie was preceded in death by her sister, Mary, while they shared their time together this side of heaven, they were as close as sisters could be. When her big sister moved, she moved, on occasions they lived together along with their children. In her later years, she became best buddies with her Mom. They put miles on her car going here and there because Jackie Robinson loved to be out and about.
To know Jacqueline was to know she loved the Lord. Within five minutes of speaking with her, she was going to share the word with you and pray for you. She was never without her bible and a scripture. She was a member of Bibleway Church of Holiness, (Jimmy Lee Park, Pastor) in Houston, Texas, until she moved to Nacogdoches, Texas. She worked in many ministries; she studied the Word and new the Word and shared the Word. I believe the Lord was pleased.
Jackie was also preceded in death by her father, Joe Nathan Robinson, Sr.; son, Deundra Demond Bryant; sister, Mary Ethel Robinson; and grandparents, L.C. and Ethel Lee Cozart.
She leaves to cherish her memory:
Mother, Dorzer Lee Robinson of Timpson
Grandkids:
Robert Bryant of Garrison
Deundra Bryant of Garrison
Jeremy Cotton of Garrison
Jermonica of Killeen
Ni'Kiyan Jontay Davis of Baytown
Great-Grandkids:
Kamar Bryant
Scarlett Bryant
Kamon' Bryant
Robert Bryant Jr.
Brothers:
Starling Robinson (Paula) of Houston
Joe Nathan Robinson Jr. (Celeste) of Houston
A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Services entrusted by Community Funeral Home in Timpson, Texas.
06/04/2024
Ivan Jeral Van Der Schaaf, 83, passed away June 4, 2024, at his home in Center, Texas. He was born February 2, 1941, in Maurice, Iowa, to John I. and Louise Van Der Schaaf. He attended school in a one-room school in Sioux County, Iowa. He then graduated high school from Sioux Center, Iowa, class of 1959.
Funeral service will be held at 2pm, Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Central Baptist Church in Center with visitation beginning at 1pm. Bro. Danny Dodson will officiate, assisted by Bro. Stephen Hinton and Bro. Eddie Grimes. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Pallbearers will be Jeryl Wheeler, Jason Wheeler, Jacob Wheeler, Isaac Shofner, Matthew Chandler, and Mitchell Fountain.
He is survived by:
Wife of 62 years, Wanda
Their 4 daughters and their husbands:
Ila and Don Wheeler of Center, TX
Wynae and Stephen Hinton of Gresham, Oregon
Wanita and John Shofner of Center, TX
Iletha and Bobby Joe Jr. (Joey) Fountain of Center, TX
Grandchildren:
Jeryl Wheeler
John Wesley Wheeler
Jason and Stephanie Wheeler
Jenna (Wheeler) Andres and Micah
Jacob and Kandace Wheeler
Stephen Brent and Melissa Hinton
Wynette (Hinton) Francis and Luke
Isaac and Erica Shofner
Auna (Shofner) Chandler and Matthew
Mitchell Fountain
Leah Fountain
Great-Grandchildren:
Amryn Wheeler
Adhyx Wheeler
Bleu Wheeler
Kaz Wheeler
Elizabeth Andres
Emery Andres
Barrett Andres
Hudson Wheeler
Heidilynn Hinton
Rhys Francis
Westyn Francis
Braxton Shofner
Kenneth Shofner
Lilian Hinton
Otto Hinton
Sister, Jean Van Meekeren
Brother and sister-in-law, Merril and Marilyn Van Der Schaaf
He was preceded in death by his parents, John I. and Louise Van Der Schaaf; and brother-in-law, Clarence Van Meekeren.
A host of nephews, nieces, and friends.
Ivan was a man of strong faith and Godly character which was exemplified in every area of his life. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior when he was 16 years of age and served the Lord faithfully for the remainder of his life. Ivan was raised in a home with strong Christian values that he passed on to his four girls. He had a servant’s heart and was willing to give what he had to help others in need. Ivan was a member of Central Baptist Church in Center, Texas.
Proverbs 20:7, “The just man walketh in his integrity; his children are blessed after him”.
Ivan was a farmer. Whether it was soy beans, corn, cattle, chickens, or his immaculate vegetable garden, he loved to work the land, see his crops grow, and harvest what he tended. He was always willing to share what he grew with others. No one could out work him! You could often ride by Highway 7 West and see him on his lawnmower. He was outside busy doing something from early morning until the sun went down.
Ivan retired from Louisiana Pacific where he sharpened knives for 20 years while at the same time owning and operating a chicken and cattle farm. He also helped his son-in-law, Joey Fountain, with his logging operation for several years driving the truck or skidder. Whenever any of his daughters needed a hand, he was there.
He will be greatly missed, but the life he lived left an example for others to follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Central Baptist Church Missions Program, 909 Cora Street, Center, Texas 75935.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/03/2024
Etta Jane (Adkinson) Ferguson was born August 11, 1960 in Chillicothe, Texas to Willie K. Adkinson and Velma Lorene (McIntyre) Adkinson. She passed from this life on May 31, 2024 in Nacogdoches and had attained the age of 63 years.
Ms. Etta was united in marriage with Billy Joe Ferguson and precedes her in death. She was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith. When she was able, she attended the First Baptist Church of Center for many years. Since 2011, as she struggled with health issues, she resided in several different nursing homes, the most recent one being Westward Trails in Nacogdoches.
Etta Jane was the most loving, happy person that anyone could meet. She loved “everyone” and had an infectious smile. She especially loved her family and her close friends, using all of her minutes up on her phone with daily phone calls. It brightened her life. She loved to sing and it had delighted her heart that she was able to help raise her great nieces and nephews. Her little baby dolls were also an expression of her loving spirit, as she loved on them and dressed them each and every day.
She is survived by:
Sister, Betty Joyce Ferguson and husband Willis of Garrison
Brother, Willie Lee Adkinson of Center and her sister-in-law, Cissy Adkinson, also of Center
Numerous nieces and nephews
She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie K. Adkinson and Velma Lorene (McIntyre) Adkinson; husband, Billy Joe Ferguson; 2 children, Vanessa and Billy Joseph Ferguson; and a brother, Kent Adkinson.
Graveside funeral services will be held on Monday, June 3rd, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. in the Walnut Grove Cemetery in Nacogdoches County, Texas. Bro. Cookie & Sis. Fran Fitzgerald will officiate.
The following will be pallbearers: Willis Leon Ferguson, Jr., Marcus Adkinson, Kolton Adkinson, Cody Adkinson, Brandon Lawson, Robbie Guider, Justin Adkinson and Johnny McCarty. Honorary pallbearers will be Jack Brittain and Johnny Brittain.
Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors will be in charge of arrangements.
05/31/2024
Lela Mae Jenkins of Center passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024 at Focused Care of Center. She was born March 12, 1965.
Funeral service is 1pm Saturday, June 1, 2024 at Abundant Love Ministries, 1426 Shelbyville Street, Center, Texas with Rev. Alvin Davis officiating. Interment is at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Center.
Visitation is from 10am until 6pm with wake from 6pm until 8pm on Friday, May 31, 2024.
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
05/29/2024
Barbara Ann Allen Jacobs (83) of Orange, Texas died at the local emergency in Beaumont, Texas on May 27, 2024. She was born to the late Willie Goodwin and Christine Allen Jones in Center, Texas.
Funeral service will be held at Hicks Chapel at 11:00 AM on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Bishop Howard Cloudy, Sr. will conduct the eulogy. Committal is at Westview Cemetery Center, Texas.
Visitation is Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Hicks Chapel.
Barbara Ann Jacobs is survived by:
Brothers:
Robert Goodwin and Hattie of Houston, Texas
Donnie of Beaumont, Texas
Wayne and Anitrea of Orange, Texas
Willie of Orange, Texas
Mike of Houston, Texas
Sister, Janice and Jay Adams of Orange, Texas
Niece, Kalishea Moore and Demus of Beaumont
Cousins:
Laverne Johnson of Orange, Texas
Beverly Sims of Houston, Texas
Nephew, Darryl Gardner of Huntsville, Texas
Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935. Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net.
05/29/2024
Sterling Keith McCoy, age 57, of Houston, Texas departed this physical life on May 18, 2024, at Memorial Herman Northeast Hospital in Houston, Texas.
Funeral service is at 1pm on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at Reed Chapel Baptist Church of San Augustine, Texas. Interment is at Greer Cemetery in San Augustine.
Visitation is Friday, May 31, 2024 from 3pm until 6:30pm at Garner & Son Chapel, 304 Ironosa Road, San Augustine, Texas 75972.
Survivors:
Brothers:
Brian McCoy (Kathy) of Center, Texas
Alan McCoy of Houston, Texas
Sisters:
Mechelle McCoy of Houston, Texas
Melissa Grayson (Gerald) of Houston, Texas
As well as a host of Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends.
Services are under the direction of Percy Garner and Son Mortuary, San Augustine, Texas.
05/28/2024
Blake Lynn Choate, infant daughter of Christopher Wayne Choate and Shelby Lynn Choate,
passed away Monday, May 27, 2024, in Nacogdoches.
Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, May 30, 2024, at White Rock Cemetery in
Center with Randy Harshberger o+ciating.
She is survived by:
Parents, Christopher Wayne Choate and Shelby Lynn Choate
Brother, Casper Choate
Many other family and friends who loved her.
Preceded in death by grandfather, Larry Choate.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
05/28/2024
Willard Ira McClelland (88) of Center, Texas died at the local emergency on May 25, 2024. He was born to the late Melvin and Christine Osby McClelland.
Funeral service will be held at Mt. Zion CME Church at 11am on Thursday, May 30, 2024, (921 Martin Luther King Blvd., Center, Texas. Rev. Richard Edwards will be the eulogist.
Visitation is Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at Hicks Chapel from the hours of 2pm to 6pm. Committal is at Westview Cemetery Center, Texas.
Mr. McClelland owned and operated McClelland Barbershop. He worked In the industry for over 60 years.
He is survived by:
Nephews:
C. Anthony McClelland of Center, Texas
Yoshida Charles Tatum (Sandra) of Virginia
Niece, Kristi R. McClelland of Center, Texas
Sister-in-law: Myrtis M. McClelland of Center, Texas
Special 1st Cousin, Oscar Bell
Special Cousins:
C.W. and Gwendolyn Garrett of Center
Lynett Cartwright of Shelbyville
Great Friends, Sam and Frances Lane
In lieu of flowers please donate in memory of Willard Ira McClelland to Mt. Zion CME Church Center, Texas mailing address: P.O Box 1504 Center, Texas 75935.
Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935. Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net.
05/25/2024
Willie Ray Horne of San Augustine passed away Friday, May 24, 2024, in San Augustine at the age of 95 years, 2 months, and 1 day.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine.
Funeral services are set for 3:00 p.m. Sunday, May 26, 2024, at the San Augustine County Cowboy Church, located on FM 711. Committal service and interment with a military flag presentation will follow at Liberty Hill Memorial Garden.
He was born March 23, 1929, in Sabine County to parents Margarette Thanie "Dink" (Jones) and Willie Vessie Horne. He was a longtime San Augustine resident and retired from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) in 1993 with 42 years of service. Willie Ray proudly served his country and was a veteran of the U.S. Army.
Horne had a great passion for hunting and fishing, as well as sports. He loved his family and was the greatest fan and supporter of them in their games. He usually had the best seat in the house, often working the chain at the football game, or coaching or umpiring.
Those left to cherish his memory include:
Children:
Jimmy Ray and Amy Horne of San Augustine
Billy Wayne and Debbie Horne of San Augustine
Alan and Sandra Horne of Center
Venita and David Horton of Tenaha
Pearl and Scott Sowell of Lumberton
Grandchildren:
Crystal and Steven Sowell
Jacob and Stacy Horne
Beth and Scott Carmichael
Bethanie Horne
Jeremy and Niki Smith
Brandie Fussell
Josh and Maranda Blue
Candace and Patrick Hendrick
Regina and Chris Bennett
Thomas and Amanda Horne
Timmy and Regina Sowell
Great-grandchildren:
Levi and Janna Rae Sowell
Will, Dakota, and Harper Horne
Jason, Kirsten, and Jacob Carmichael
Jubilie Horne
Daylon Smith
Brittany and Brianna Fussell
Hunter, Madalynn, Presley, and Hagen Blue
Mason and Adalynn Hendrick
Ryan Mutters
Joshua and Jaycob Blue
Kristen Box
Christina Embry
Elizabeth Franco and husband Aaron
Emily Embry
Maci Lutz
Rebecca, Hannah, and Brantley Bennett
Carson Mattox
Paisley Sowell
Great-great-grandchildren:
Kinsley and Brookelyn Carmichael
Morrigan Embry
Saylor Rosa
Siblings:
Joyce Ener
Lillie Faye Bennefield
Gaylon and Critt Horne
Doris and Donald Midkiff
Sister-in-law, Carolyn Horne.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Helen Horne; grandson, Bryan Blue; son-in-law, Bill Blue; parents, Margarette Thanie and Willie Vessie Horne; and brothers, Carl Horne and Rodney Horne.
Pallbearers will be grandsons and great-grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be sons; sons-in-law; and Charles Horne and Carl Horne.
Visit www.WymanRobertsFuneralHome.com for memories and condolences. Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine.
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