Obituaries
07/31/2019
Christina L. Hill, 34 of Fort Worth, passed away July 24, 2019 at Woodridge Health of Grapevine, Texas.
Funeral service is at 2pm Saturday, August 3, 2019 at Center Triumph Church in Center. Interment at Westview Cemetery in Center with Bishop Zep Swindle officiating.
She is survived by:
Mother, Ruthie R. Hill of Ft. Worth
Sons:
Aaron Anthony Hill Smith of Ft. Worth
Christopher Alexander Prince of Ft. Worth
Fiance, Jonathan Roby of Goodman, MS
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
07/31/2019
Charles Lynn Edwards, 57 of Center, passed away Sunday morning, July 28, 2019 at Nacogdoches Medical Center. Memorial service is at 1pm Saturday, August 3, 2019 at Carroll Chapel C.M.E. Church with Rev. Lamar Jackson officiating.
He is survived by:
Wife, Tammy Edwards of Odessa
Daughters:
Tamika Pride of Nacogdoches
Lamitra Rochelle Edwards of Odessa
Demitra Michelle Edwards of Odessa
Sons:
L.C. Edwards of Odessa
Charles Edwards, Jr. of Huntsville
Sisters:
Renna' Hubbard of Center
Renell Reed of Center
Faye Edwards of Center
Brothers:
Rex Edwards of Portland, Oregan
Lennon Edwards of Center
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center, Texas.
07/30/2019
Jessica Creech, 38, of Carthage, Texas, passed this life July 26, 2019 in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 29, 2019 at the Hawthorn Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mary Smith and Rev. Andy Jenkins officiating. Burial followed in Adams Cemetery under the direction of Hawthorn Funeral Home. Visitation was Sunday, July 28, 2019 from 6 – 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Jessica Lynne Creech was born March 10, 1981 in Shreveport, Louisiana to the marriage of Stanley Mark and Gloria June Lackey Creech.
Jessica was raised in Galloway and schooled in Carthage graduating with the class of 1999. She attended Panola College and Tyler Junior College. She was raised in the Galloway U.M.C. Jessica loved crafting, movies, and spending time with her children and family. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Charles Lackey and Quinton Creech, Sr. and Vesta Mae Creech.
Jessica is survived by:
Father, Stanley Creech and wife Shelly of Carthage
Mother, Gloria June Cubstead and husband Steve of Grapeland
Daughters:
Avery Clark of Lindale
Londyn Creech of Carthage
Grandmother, Wanda Lackey of Center
Sisters:
Susan Green of Crockett
Amanda Green of Grapeland
Numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.
An online guestbook may be signed at www.hawthornfuneralhome.com
07/29/2019
Jim Bennett, 72, of Center, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2019, in Center.
Mr. Bennett was born February 20, 1947, in Texas, to Zeke Bennett and Dollie Bennett. He worked as a national tour bus driver, having visited forty-nine states. He loved God, Texas, and his family; in that order. Mr. Bennett attended a local Pentecostal church.
He is survived by:
His son, Joseph Bennett and wife Bryn of San Diego, California
Granddaughter, Maisie Bennett of San Diego, California
Sister, Cheryl Ramirez and husband Roy of Houston, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Zeke Bennett and Dollie Bennett.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
07/29/2019
Martha Dianne Cothren, 73, of Tenaha, went home to be with our Lord Sunday, July 28, 2019, in Tenaha.
Memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 31, 2019, at First Assembly of God in Timpson with Bro. Adams officiating.
Ms. Cothren was born January 29, 1946, in Orange, to John Morris Yeary and Gladys Opal Reeves.
She is survived by:
Her children:
Kelli Eaves and husband Douglas of Tenaha
Mike Cothren of Houston
Grandchildren:
Johnathon Cothren of Tenaha
Katlyn Cothren of Houston
Amber Eaves of Tenaha
Great-grandson, Dakota Hurley Cothren of Carthage
Sister, Sandra Rowell of Tenaha
Niece and Nephews:
Sharla Holley and husband Roger of Tenaha
Jack Thompson and wife Lezlie of Mesa, Arizona
John Thompson of Tenaha
And her cat, Morris.
She is preceded in death by her parents, John Morris Yeary and Gladys Opal Reeves; brother, Bill Yeary; sister-in-law, Diane Yeary; and step sister, Jeannette Carter.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
07/26/2019
Dorthey Elaine Blount Davis, 72, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2019, in Joaquin.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, July 27, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, July 28, 2019, at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery in Joaquin.
Mrs. Davis was born May 1, 1947, in Logansport, Louisiana, to William Alonzo Blount and Dorthey Christine McKnight Blount. She worked at Walmart and also drove a school bus for Joaquin ISD. Her hobbies included sewing, painting, and genealogy.
She is survived by:
Her husband, Mike Davis of Joaquin
Daughters:
Tina Mazie and husband Myron of Joaquin
Rachel Everett and husband Bubba of Tenaha
Shannon Davis of Loveland, Colorado
Grandchildren:
Heaven Umbrell and husband Wesley
Whitney Witt and husband Trinity
Coby Davis
Dean Parker
Alisa Mazie
Skylar Herbison
Tesla Mazie
Trystan Herbison
Aiden Davis
Great-grandchildren:
Braylin Umbrell
Wrigley Umbrell
Kalen Umbrell
Sister, Julie Moton of Joaquin
Brother, Larmie Blount of Joaquin
And numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her son, Dane Parker; parents, William Alonzo Blount and Dorthey Christine McKnight Blount; and sisters, Carolyn Ruth Blount and Margaret Ann Blount; and niece Rachael Moton.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
07/25/2019
Johnnie Kay Cassell, 95, of Center, Texas passed away on July 25, 2019 in Center, Texas. She was born on July 13, 1924 in Shelby County, Texas to Homer Kay and Ruby Bounds Kay. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery.
A visitation will be held on Friday, July 26, 2019 from 6-8PM at Mangum Funeral Home.
Johnnie was born and raised in the Huxley community in Shelby County, Texas. She attended Ballard School. Johnnie was a devoted wife, mother, and sister. She married the love of her life, Howell Cassell, at a young age, spending many years together until his passing. Johnnie enjoyed cooking, sewing clothes, and especially telling stories of old times. She loved the outdoors, whether it was spent fishing with the grandchildren, taking them to the lake, or playing some basketball.
She is survived by:
Her son, Bobby Howell Cassell
Daughters:
Johnnie Howell Cook
Judy Marie Goings
Glenis Tom Carroll
Joy Lynn Redmon
Brother, Charles “Bill” D. Kay
Sisters:
Epsie Fernandez
Evelyn Kay Miley
12 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren; and 21 great-great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Johnnie is preceded in death by her loving husband, Howell Cassell; son, Bobby Joe Cassell; grandchildren, Jason Eli Redmon, Kenneth Leon Carroll, Flint Goings, Penny Hughes, Ricky Leon Goings; great grandchildren, Austin Underbrink, Antonio Aguilar, Michael Powdrill; sisters, Elaine Glenn, Else “Happy” Clark, Bertha Lee Davidson; brother, Louis Kay.
Pallbearers serving will be James David Carroll, Robbey Dutton, Jamie Carroll, Jack Tyre, Cody Price, and Dusty Lout.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home in Center, Texas.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
07/25/2019
Shirley Lamerle Denby, 80, of Tenaha, Texas passed away on July 24, 2019 in Center, Texas. She was born on October 13, 1938 in Buna, Texas to Conway Latham and Vivian McGowan Latham. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, July 29, 2019 at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.
Shirley was born and raised in Buna, Texas. She graduated Buna High School. Later, Shirley was living in Beaumont, Texas, working as a restaurant manager, when she met the love of her life, Jack Denby, whom she married and spent over 30 years with until her passing. She enjoyed cooking for her family. Shirley especially loved her fur babies, her two dogs. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall in Center, Texas.
She is survived by:
Her loving husband, Jack Denby
Sons:
Cregg Johnson
Quinn Johnson
Jerry Johnson
Bubba Johnson
David Denby
Daughter, Darlene Denby
Grandchildren:
Lauren Johnson
Kelly Johnson
Brothers:
Jimmy Latham
Buddy Latham and wife, Cecile
Sisters:
Betty Cooling
Ginger Wells and husband, Donnie
Brother-in-law, Bruce Denby and wife, Carolyn; and a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Shirley is preceded in death by her parents, Conway Latham and Vivian McGowan Latham; sons, Jackie Wayne Denby, Steve Denby; father in law, C.R. Denby and wife, Versie; brother in laws, Weldon Denby and wife, Ruth, Cliff Denby Jr.; and sister in law, Beatrice Denby.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Mangum Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home in Center, Texas.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
07/25/2019
Marie Thompson, 96, of Tenaha passed away Friday, July 19, 2019 at Senior Care of Stallings Court in Nacogdoches. She was born on February 5, 1923 in Tenaha, Texas.
Visitation will be Friday, July 26, 2019 at Hicks Chapel at 12:00pm. An additional visitation will be held Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Friendship Baptist Church from 10:00am-10:50am. Funeral services will be on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Friendship Baptist Church at 11:00am in the Bo Bo Community with Rev. Chandler Pettis officiating.
She is survived by:
Her nephew, Ethell Thompson of DeSoto, Texas and her niece, Morvita Branch of Dallas, Texas.
Committal will be at Bo Bo Cemetery in Tenaha, Texas.
Services entrust to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935.
Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net.
07/22/2019
Pauline Cartwright, 84 of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday morning, July 20, 2019 at Pine Grove Nursing Home, Center.
Funeral service is Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at 11am at Carroll Chapel C.M.E., Shelbyville. Interment is at Bennett Chapel Cemetery in Shelbyville with Rev. Jamar Jackson officiating.
She is survived by:
Daughters:
Mae Lue Johnson of Center
Ruth Cartwright of Shelbyville
Jeannette (Elroy) Casey of Center
Jonnie (Bernard) McClelland of Shelbyville
Sons:
Billie Cartwright of Shelbyville
Jimmy Cartwright of Shelbyville
Lee Cartwright, Jr. of Killen
Ben (Lacey) Cartwright of Shelbyville
11 Grandchildren, 11 Great-Grandchildren, 1 Great Great-Grandchild
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center.
07/21/2019
Michael Craig “Burrhead” Jones, 59, of Huxley, Texas, passed away on July 20, 2019 in Houston, Texas after a long battle with cancer. He was born on February 18, 1960 in Mansfield, Louisiana to Darrell Jones and Garvis Childress Jones. Funeral services will be at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jeremy Blackburn, Bro. Larry Chandler and Bro. Rusty Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, July 22, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home.
Craig was a graduate of Joaquin High School with the Class of 1978. He was a member of the Ram Football and Basketball teams. An overall outdoorsman, Craig was an avid hunter and fisherman. He especially loved to watch Ram football, softball and track. He also loved to watch his boys coach and did his own backstage coaching. Craig was a member of Smyrna Missionary Baptist Church.
Craig was a devoted family man. He worked many careers from oilfield to logging and even carpentry to provide for his family. He was a man of many talents. He could work on everything from equipment, appliances, plumbing to electrical and cows. He also had a love for music and could play both guitar and piano by ear, a gift that not many possess.
Craig’s greatest joy were his children and grandchildren. He would often be found swinging in his porch swing as his grandchildren played around him. Drake, Landry, Judson, Bowen, Ellie and Jhett were the light of his world and he will be an irreplaceable presence in theirs.
Craig is survived by:
Wife: Teresa Hendricks Jones of Shelbyville
Children:
Ashley Jones Balkcom and husband, Jason of Huxley
Jon Jones and wife, Kinsey of Timpson
Jared Jones and wife, Madison of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Landry and Bowen Balkcom
Judson and Jhett Jones
Ellie Jones
Father: Darrell Jones of Joaquin
Brother: Dean Jones and wife, Gina of Sulphur, Louisiana
Sister-in-Law: Linda Jansen and friend, David Griffin of Huxley
Special Nephew: Drake Jansen
Nieces:
Samantha Jones
Sarah Lavergne
Numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, other family and friends
He is preceded in death by his mother, Garvis Jones; father-in-law and mother-in-law, L.E. “Sambo” and Ima Hendricks; uncle, Buddy Childress; and aunt, Dianne Lassiter.
Pallbearers will be George Andrews, Lynn Raymond, Larry O’Rear, Steve Lawrence, J.D. Cockrell, Mark Bohannon, Ronnie Adams and Skipper Hendricks.
Honorary pallbearers will be Craig Hendricks, Ron Hendricks, Luke Hendricks, Jeff Cater, Puncho Elliott and members of the JHS Class of 1978.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
07/18/2019
Marie Anabelle Clark Humphries, 100, of Center passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2019, in Nacogdoches. She was born on April 19, 1919, in Huber Community in Shelby County, the daughter of Cossie Lee Clark and Cynthia Della “Ramsey” Clark.
Graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM, on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at New Prospect Cemetery in Timpson with Bro. Carl Smith officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the graveside service from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the cemetery.
“We lost our Aunt Marie yesterday evening at the age of 100 Years and a few weeks. Aunt Marie was born April 19, 1919 to Coss Clark and Della Ramsey Clark. She had eight brothers and sisters, all of whom preceded her in death. She graduated from Timpson High School in 1939.
Not long after graduation, she left East Texas and found the job she loved for so many years with Southwestern Bell. Aunt Marie was instrumental in finding jobs for the young East Texas men who came for a good job. She married Loy Jones, and they lived and worked in Houston for many years.
Aunt Marie never forgot her East Texas roots and made many trips to her home place. After retirement, they moved to the Clark home place and built them a new home. She continued to work for the phone company for a few more years.
Uncle Loy passed away, and Aunt Marie married Uncle James Humphries. They loved to travel and see the country. They fished in Alaska and caught a lot of delicious fish. Uncle James passed away after quite a few years of marriage. Aunt Marie has lived at Lake Side Village since then.
Aunt Marie is a unique lady who is loved by so many, she has always been available to help her family and friends when they needed it.
To her nieces and nephews, she was more than an aunt. She was also a loving sister to her 8 siblings.
To my sisters and me, she was more like a mother than an aunt. She was a fantastic cook who was patient and kind with three little girls.
When we had activities at school, she always drove from Houston to be there for us. All of her nieces and nephews could tell stories of how’s he helped them grow and shape their lives. After Aunt Marie and Uncle James married, she became the proud mother of Jay and the grandmother of his daughters. One of Aunt Marie's favorite activities was the Shelby County Singers and their gospel singing. She would also lead the great old songs.
We love Aunt Marie so much and can only imagine what a grand reunion day she, her family, and friends are having!
The family would like to say a heartfelt thank you to Kay Childress and the staff of Lakeside Village for taking such good care of our Aunt Marie.”
She is survived by:
Her step-son, Jay Humphries and wife, Mikki of San Antonio
Step-Granddaughters:
Sherry Humphries of San Antonio
Susie Humphries of San Antonio
Step-Great-Granddaughters: Ruby, Maudie, and Julia of San Antonio
Numerous nieces, nephews, close family friends Bill and Judy Stegall
And a host of other family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Coss and Della Clark, two husbands and nine siblings.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home in Center, Texas. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
07/18/2019
Peggy Jo Wood Lakey, age 82, of Center, Texas, passed away Monday, July 15, 2019 at Pine Grove Nursing, Center, Texas. Peggy was born November 12, 1937 in Honey Grove, Texas to Henry Woodrow Wood and Valeta Gilbert Wood.
Peggy grew up in Honey Grove and graduated from Honey Grove High School in 1956. Some of her many accomplishments included being part of the Choral Club, member of FHA, was Social Chairman, Drum Major, and several other organizations. During her last semester of High School, Peggy married the love of her life, Bill Lakey, and they had 3 children, Elizabeth, Kimberley, and Philip. The family enjoyed a wonderful life together until his passing in 1996.
Peggy served as a medical laboratory technician until she retired from a lengthy career. She is of Baptist faith and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed traveling, cooking, playing dominoes, crossword puzzles, and bowling. Peggy was known as a caretaker to all that know her. She is known as Mimi to her grandchildren and treasured her moments spent with family and friends.
Peggy was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Lakey, in 1996; her parents; one daughter, Elizabeth Wommack, two brothers, Jack Wood and Phil Wood; and one sister, Beverly Wrenn.
Survivors include:
Daughter and son-in-law: Kim and Steve Waters of Center, Texas
Son and daughter-in-law: Philip and Aimee Lakey of Buda, Texas
Eight grandchildren:
Jennifer Mathews
Christopher Wesp
Michael Wesp
Kaitlyn Wommack
Mikayla Wommack
Phoebe Lakey
Great-grandchildren:
Braiden Miller
Kendall Miller
Evelyn Wesp
Catherine Wesp
Atalee Wesp
Ryleigh Wesp
Numerous other relatives and friends
Funeral services will be Saturday, July 20, 2019 at Harrison Funeral Home in Naples, Texas with Bro. Keith Lauter officiating. Interment will follow at Omaha Cemetery in Omaha, Texas. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home, prior to funeral services.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Organization of choice.
Online condolences may be offered at www.harrisonfuneralhome.com.
07/17/2019
Donald Edward Amos, 88 of Timpson Texas, met with his heavenly father on Sunday July 14, 2019. He was born in Houston Texas on July 10, 1931; moving to Timpson during his youth where he graduated from Timpson High School in 1950. Don married his high school sweetheart, Elaine Billingsley on June 25, 1950 and they had recently celebrated 69 years together as husband and wife.
Visitation services will be on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 from 5 pm to 7pm at Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson, TX. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 11 am at Taylor Funeral Home. Interment will be on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Timpson, TX.
During this life on earth he accomplished many things and was a successful businessman in so many avenues. Many people have said they never knew one man to retire from so many different careers. After marriage, Don and Elaine began their journey in Pasadena, Texas. He was a skilled electrician and after years there, retired from Diamond Alkaline. They decided to move their family back to Timpson where he opened Amos Foods, the local grocery store. Don owned, managed, and would even make home deliveries of food to those unable to travel or shop for themselves. When he felt the grocery days were done, he opened and ran Ace Hardware, and he was definitely everyone's "helpful hardware man. "Moving on from this business he helped in the planning and arrival of a new business to his town, Avian Farms. He ran the hatchery in his hometown which created a multitude of job opportunities for the community.He was committed to the betterment of anything he was involved in. It was with this drive and commitment that he was honored to be the Mayor of Timpson.He loved his town and anyone that knew him was aware of that fact.
He played an instrumental role in the beginning days of Woodland Christian Church. He served as an elder and his love for Jesus was evident and never doubted. On Sundays past, you could find him leading the song service with his deep bass voice while his devoted wife played the piano.
During all his life adventures he kept a love for farming and working his cattle, John Deere and of course John Wayne.
He is survived by:
His wife, Elaine Amos
Children:
Daughter and son in law, Donna and Rick Harris of Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Son and daughter in law, David and Patricia Amos of Nacogdoches Texas
Son and daughter in law Dan and Julie Amos of Roanoke, Texas
Daughter and son in law, Dari and Drew Pierce of Nacogdoches, Texas
His brother, Tom Amos and wife Betty
Sister in Law, Iris Amos
Brother in Law, Edgar Billingsley and wife Lou Nell all of Timpson, Texas
Grandchildren:
Ryan Harris and wife Micheala
Lindsey Amos
Melissa Harris
Davis Pierce
Dayli Pierce
Great-Grandchildren:
William Harris
Lydia Harris
Micah Harris
River Harris
A multitude of Nephews and Nieces who he held dear to his heart.
Don was proceeded in this earthly life by his parents, Virgil and Faye (Eaves) Amos; his namesake and beloved grandson, Don Travis Harris; and his elder brother John Amos.
Pallbearers include Stanley Amos, Stephen Amos, Tim Amos, Terry Amos, Mike Billingsley, Michael Johnson, Tommy Sparks, Larry Burns, Ryan Harris and Davis Pierce
The family would like to thank Garrison Nursing Home and Accolade Hospice for the care and support they have given to their Mom, with special thanks to Sara Moore and Amanda O’Steen. This brought such comfort to their Dad, knowing she was taken care of; also Ebony Wallace, Dr. Cengiz Satir, Dr. Pokala, Dr. Whitley and the numerous nurses and patient care techs who went above and beyond caring for their father while at Nacogdoches Medical Center.
The family is being served by Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson, Texas. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.taylorfh.net.
07/16/2019
Gordon Sanford McDonald, 82, of Carthage, passed away Monday, July 15, 2019, in Carthage.
Graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Thursday, July 18, 2019, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Bro. David Holder officiating. Visitation will be held at Watson & Sons Funeral Home one hour prior to service time.
Mr. McDonald was born May 18, 1937, in Shelby County, to Luther James McDonald and Cassie Corene Snyder McDonald. He was the owner and operator of a machine shop. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, traveling, and playing dominoes. Mr. McDonald was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by:
His wife, Patricia McDonald of Carthage
Son, Darren McDonald of Dallas
Grandchildren:
Katy McDonald of Austin
Eilish McDonald of Dallas
Brother and Sisters:
Howard McDonald of Houston
Gloria Jean Risinger of the Dunnigan Community of Shelby County
Belva Hoffman of Magnolia
Garvis Rayborn of Houston
Numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
He is preceded in death by his daughter, Alicia McDonald; parents, Luther James McDonald and Cassie Corene Snyder McDonald; brothers, Marlon McDonald and Nolan McDonald; and sister, Bronice Curtis.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/15/2019
Charles Paul Hughes, 83, of Center, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2019, in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, July 19, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 20, 2019, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Moore and Bro. Hayden Wilkes officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mr. Hughes was born April 29, 1936, in Center, to Paul Hughes and Addie B. Ford Hughes. He retired as an accountant. He loved geocaching, listening to gospel music, attending concerts, and spending time with his grandchildren, great grandchildren, and his church. He was a member of Providence Missionary Baptist Church in Center, where he served as a deacon for fifty years.
He is survived by:
His wife: Ruby Hughes of Center
Children:
Mitchell Hughes and wife Deidra of Center
Charles Leslie Hughes and wife Susan of Nacogdoches
Paul Dane Hughes of Nacogdoches
Grandchildren:
Angela Campbell and husband Guy
Ginny Bailey and husband Dustin
Aron Hughes and wife Jessi
Dustin Hughes and wife Sara
Austin Hughes
Thomas Hughes and wife Emma
Grace Hughes
Great-grandchildren:
Adelyn Campbell
Jack Campbell
Emmy Campbell
Trevor Bailey
Taygan Bailey
Hanson Hughes
Charlsie Hughes
Joanna Hughes
Henry Hughes
Phoebe Hughes
Lydia Hughes
Sister: Sally Stewart and husband David of Grants, New Mexico
Preceded in death by parents, Paul Hughes and Addie B. Ford Hughes and daughter-in-law, Janet Hughes.
Pallbearers will be Aron Hughes, Dustin Hughes, Austin Hughes, Thomas Hughes, Dustin Bailey, and Guy Campbell. Honorary pallbearers will be the Deacons of Providence Missionary Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Providence Missionary Baptist Church Missionary Fund, PO Box 751, Center, Texas 75935.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/13/2019
Doris Strahan Tomlin, 94, of Center, Texas, passed away surrounded by her family on July 13, 2019 in Center. She was born on November 5, 1924 in Nacogdoches, Texas to Harvey B. Strahan and Nancy Emiline Chandler Strahan. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home with Rev. Andy Wilson officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, July 15, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home.
Doris grew up in Nacogdoches and graduated from Nacogdoches High School in 1942. On August 29, 1942, she married the love of her life, Orvil J.J. Tomlin and they had three children, Tommy, Sue and Richard. The family enjoyed a wonderful life together until his passing in 1984. She served as a dental assistant for Dr. Matthews and eventually retired from his office after her lengthy career. In her spare time, she absolutely loved to read, along with gardening, working puzzles, painting and quilting. She treasured the moments she was able to spend with her family and friends. During the past few years, she has enjoyed having her iPad. This gave her the chance to join Facebook and have the opportunity to see all of her grandchildren from different cities grow up. Doris spent many hours reading her Bible and in prayer. She was a devoted member of Providence Missionary Baptist Church. In her early years, she served as a Sunday School teacher and Vacation Bible School Volunteer.
Doris is survived by:
Son: Richard Tomlin and wife, Vicki of Center, Texas
Daughter: Sue Lovell and Darcy Charbonneau of Forsyth, Georgia
Grandchildren:
Martie Brown and husband, Cary of Forsyth, Georgia
Canton Lovell of Juliette, Georgia
Tommy Tomlin, Jr. and wife, Shay of Butler, Texas
Rory Tomlin and husband, Sonny of Houston, Texas
Ludy Tomlin of Mt. Enterprise, Texas
Rique McHenry and husband, Billy of Lufkin, Texas
Traci Willoughby and husband, Tony of Center, Texas
Randy Tomlin and wife, Jennifer of Center, Texas
Thirteen Great-Grandchildren
Eight Great-Great Grandchildren
She is preceded in death by her husband, Orvill J.J. Tomlin; parents, Harvey and Nannie Strahan; son, Thomas Tomlin; and sister, Nina Martin.
Pallbearers will be Randy Tomlin, Rory Tomlin, Tommy Tomlin, Jr., Tyler McHenry, Austin Craig, Hagan Craig, Wesley Tomlin and Randy Lee Tomlin.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
07/12/2019
James Darrell “Bud” Hendricks, 72, of Center, Texas, passed away on July 10, 2019 in Center, Texas. He was born on February 15, 1947 in Shelby County, Texas to Arvel Hendricks and Beatrice Livingston Hendricks. Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home with Bro. Dathan Triplett officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, July 12, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home.
Bud was at peace sitting and rocking in his rocking chair. He enjoyed watching tv, especially gospel singing. He had such a kind heart. Those that knew him were truly blessed by his presence.
He is survived by:
His brother: Arvel Larry Hendricks and wife Beverly of Center, Texas
Sisters:
Barbara Renfro of Center, Texas
Becky Windham and husband David of Center, Texas
Sisters-in-law:
Rita Hendricks of Center, Texas
Linda Hendricks Dryer of Center, Texas
Beverly Hendricks of Center, Texas
Brothers-in-law: David Eubank of Center, Texas
James Adams of Center, Texas.
James “Bud” is preceded in death by his parents, Arvel Hendricks and Beatrice Livingston Hendricks; brothers, Wayne Hendricks, Jerry Hendricks, Stanley Hendricks; sister and brother-in-law, Joy and Herman Bailey; sister, Patsy Adams; brother-in-law, Jimmy Renfro.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home in Center.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
07/12/2019
Carol Jean Hataway, 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family Thursday, July 11, 2019.
Memorial: 3:30 p.m. Thursday in Mount Olivet Chapel. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Mount Olivet.
Carol was born July 3, 1941 in Baytown, Texas. She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Baytown, before going on to graduate with a Bachelors in Education from Baylor University in 1965. Carol started her teaching career in La Porte, Texas before she moved and spent the rest of her teaching career with HEB ISD. On May 31, 1968, Carol married the love of her life, Bob Hataway, and the two raised three children together. Carol worked diligently with her husband in a Chaplaincy ministry for transportation for 45 years.
Carol will always be remembered as a sweet, Christian lady who inspired many people in their spiritual path. Her grandchildren were the highlight of her life. Her dedication and hard work while raising her family inspired any who met her. Her generous heart will always be missed.
Preceded by: Son, Mark Hataway; parents, Bill and Nita Engelhardt.
Survived by:
Husband: Bob Hataway of Haltom City
Children:
Cathy Goodman and husband, John, of Paradise
Rob Hataway and wife, Julie, of Southlake
Daughter-in-law: Liz Hataway of Fort Worth
Sister: Sue Moore of Dayton
Grandchildren:
Megan Horton and husband, Tagus
Travis Goodman and wife, Kristen
Casey Goodman
Ashlynn Hataway
Cameron Hataway
Autumn Hataway
Jude Hataway
Isabela Hataway
Great-grandchildren:
Kase Horton
Harper Horton
Avery Goodman
Countless friends
07/12/2019
Lesie Mae Suell, 57, of Center passed away July 3, 2019 at Center ER.
Wake will be held Friday, July 12, 2019 from 7-8 pm at Community Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at 2:00pm at Abundant Love Ministries, Center, TX. Interment will be at West View Cemetery, Center, TX will Pastor Marlon Cloudy officiating.
She is survived by:
Sisters:
Cynthia (Lonnie) Portion of Center, TX
Elizebeth Suell (Trans.) of Center, TX
Barbra Calhoun of Center, TX
Brothers:
Joe Suell of Center, TX
Blandell Suell of Center, TX
Alex Suell of Center, TX
Randy (Linda) Suell of Center, TX
Willie Suell of Center, TX
Bobby Dell Suell of Center, TX
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center
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