Obituaries
09/03/2020
Lonny Raybon, 71, of Joaquin, passed away Saturday, August 22, 2020, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Mr. Raybon was born June 5, 1949, in Converse, Louisiana, to T.J. “Tig” Raybon and Margie McDonald Raybon. He worked in the oilfield. Mr. Raybon enjoyed drinking coffee, hunting, playing family games, and spending time with his grandbabies. He was a member of Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church.
He is survived by:
His wife, Sherrie Raybon of Joaquin
Children:
Joseph Raybon and wife Annaka of Joaquin
Angela Walling and husband Jeffrey of Joaquin
Lonny Raybon Jr. and wife Caitlyn of Joaquin
Adam Raybon and wife Krystal of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Samantha
Trevor
Cameron
Emma
JoJo
Ella
Anna Jo
Addison
Kinsley
Skylar
Finn
Mother, Margie McDonald Raybon Anderson and husband Alfred of Converse, Louisiana
Sister, Nancy Rigsby and husband Delmer of Converse, Louisiana
Brother, Rickey Raybon and wife Nita of Converse, Louisiana
Numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by his dad, T.J. “Tig” Raybon; and twin brother, Ronny Raybon.
09/02/2020
Elray Johnson, graduate of Center High School Class of 1971 departed his earthly life on August 22, 2020 in Missouri City, Texas.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at Fountain of Praise Baptist Church located at 14083 S. Main St in Houston TX on Saturday, September 5, 2020 at 10am. Interment will be at Red Land Cemetery located next to China Chapel Baptist Church in San Augustine, TX. The cemetery is at U.S. Highway 96 and TX 21. The family is expected to arrive at the cemetery around 3pm and will allow viewing between 3:00 and 3:30. The family is asking that you please follow social distancing policies and wear masks.
He leaves to cherish his memory:
Wife of 44 years, Clara Goodwin Johnson
Children, Leedra and Jamarque
Grandchilren: Michelle, Caleb and Jace
Sisters:
Opal Pipkins of Dallas
Betty Simon of Center
Host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Services entrusted to Eternal Rest Funeral Home located at 4610 S. Wayside Dr in Houston, TX 77087. Telephone number is (713)-644-1166
09/01/2020
Mangum Funeral Home announces services for Cassi Margaret Stump born in Dallas, Texas, December 28, 1945, and she departed this life on August 29, 2020 after a brief battle with the COVID-19 Virus.
At her birth, her parents were advised to give her up to a home because she was a Down Syndrome baby since she wouldn’t live long, a prediction she certainly proved untrue. Instead she was a precious, much loved, much valued part of her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Bobbie Jo Woodall Stump in 2005 and Charles William Stump in 2011.
During her lifetime, as the daughter of a career Air Force Chief Master Sergeant, she lived around the world. Her parents took her first to Panama, where her toddler brother Charlie helped teach her to walk and talk. The family then lived in Tennessee; Pottsboro, Texas; Sidi Slamen, Morocco; Felixstowe, England; Mountain Home, ID; South Carolina; Plano, Texas; Charleston, South Carolina; Sherman, Texas; and then settling in Center, Texas, in February 1972.
“The biggest thing she taught me is how to love unconditionally because she loved everybody unconditionally,” said her brother Charlie. Cassi enjoyed collecting memorabilia about singer Pat Boone and actor Michael Landon, watching television, and writing in her spiral notebooks.
She is survived by:
Her brothers:
Charlie Stump, Jr. and his wife, Linda, of Rowlett
Jeffrey Scott Stump, of Center
Step-nieces:
Kayla Turner and husband, Corey, and their children Keaton Dupree and Cambrie Turner
Amelia Nieves and husband, Alexis, and their children Abbey and Javon Landers and Yasiel Nieves
Naomi Murray.
She is also survived by:
Her aunt, Bernadine Pauley of Sulphur, La.
Special care givers:
Sandra McDaniel Harper
Nena Lopez and Pat Bush
Cousins in Texas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Virginia and California remember Cassi fondly and also mourn her death.
Visitation will be held Friday, September 4 at Mangum Funeral Home at 9:30am followed by a graveside service at Oak Lawn Memorial Cemetery at 11am.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to the East Texas Down Syndrome Group in honor of Cassi Stump. Donations can be made online at www.etdsg.org or mailed to:
East Texas Down Syndrome Group
PO Box 6604
Longview, TX 75608
08/31/2020
Joe Biggar, 82, was born November 21, 1937 in Clever Creek to Marvin and Evie Biggar. He was raised in a 3-room house which still stands today at what his family calls “The Old Place”. Funeral Services will be at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel Thursday September 3, 2020 at 10:00 A.M. with visitation beginning at 9:00 A.M. Internment will follow at New Hope Cemetery, Center, TX.
Joe graduated from Shelbyville schools in 1956. His early adult life was spent as a skilled mechanic for Lunsford Buick. Later in life, Joe and Ovia were chicken farmers and Joe would work as a carpenter. Joe then worked at East Lamar Water as a Water Operator for more than 20 years.
He and Ovia had a big garden, fruit trees and raised bees to share the harvest with the kids and grandkids. Joe loved to take the kids out for a fresh peach or to cut a melon or two. Never think you would take just one.
After Ovia passed away, Joe was heartbroken and concentrated on his grandkids and had an extra special relationship with Great-grandson Cody starting at his birth and lasted until his death. All who knew Joe knew of his quick wit and picking nature. He loved drinking coffee with his buddies and exchanging a bit of gossip.
Joe is survived by his son, Marvin Earl Biggar of Tatum
Daughter, Deborah Jordan and husband, Marvin of Tenaha
Stepdaughters:
Mona Bowlin and husband, Michael of Center
Tammy Stanaland of Nacogdoches
Grandchildren:
Keni Jo Biggar of Longview
April Campbell and husband, Justin of Center
Grover Anthony of Cushing
Krystal Sowell and husband, Russell of Spring
Colt Jordan of Timpson
Steven Stanaland and wife, Heather of Austin
Eric Perry and wife, Mandy of Timpson
Vicky Sneed of Timpson
Jamie Perry of Appleby
Great-Grandchildren:
Presley Campbell
Kross Campbell
Kwade Campbell
Kroix Campbell
Elana Anthony
Gatlin Anthony
Hunter Anthony
Julia Sowell
Jillian Sowell
Jack Sowell
Sadie Stanaland
Emma Stanaland
Macade Perry and wife Victoria
Mason Perry
Macayla Hill and husband Richard
Cody Sneed
Matt Sneed
Casey Sneed
Abby Sneed
Seth Sneed
Taylor Mueller and husband, Bobby
Kaitlyn Perry
Macayla Williford
Pierce Perry
Travis Perry
Trevor Perry
Great-Great-Grandchildren:
Paxton Mueller
Maddox Mueller
Anabelle Mueller
Denlee Lee Hill
Liam Barefield
Braxton Perry
Brother, Tommy Walker and wife, Vaneta
Sisters-in-law:
Ruby Eddins
Betty Anderson
He is preceded in death by his wife, Ovia Biggar; his parents; his brothers, Bo Biggar, Raymond Biggar, Hubert Earl Biggar and Willie Biggar and sister … “Sis” and beloved son-in-law Terry Stanaland.
Serving as Pallbearers will be Cody Sneed, Eric Perry, Grover Anthony, Russell Sowell, Matt Sneed, Jamie Perry, Steven Stanaland and Justin Campbell
Honorary Pallbearers will be Mike Baldwin, Douglas Jackson, Henry Hudspeth and Mitch Sneed.
08/31/2020
Minnie Dee Bowlin Smith, born July 13, 1918, took her last earthly breath on August 30, 2020, at the age of 102. Minnie was born during America’s first pandemic at the end of World War I and died during America’s next pandemic.
Those historical bookmarks to her time on Earth are fitting: life was not easy for Minnie. She grew up during the great depression. Her parents were sharecroppers in West Texas and Shelby County. She attended Buena Vista and Huber country schools and graduated from Timpson high school. After high school she continued the harsh work of many rural Texans; alongside her husband, Lovis Bowlin, she raised cotton, tomatoes, and watermelons. She ran a dairy farm. She did factory work, packing tomatoes, manufacturing plywood products, and making Hallmark card displays. After retiring from Hallmark, Minnie held many odd jobs working at Center ISD cafeteria, home health care, and her daughter’s dress shop.
Her life’s harsher beginning would surprise those who met her later in life because Minnie had so much joy in her soul and love in her heart. The reason: Jesus. Minnie loved the Lord dearly, often saying in her final years that she was “ready to be with Jesus.” She was a member of the Timpson Missionary Baptist Church since the 1950s, where she took her children and taught Sunday School to many youth. Members of the church were family. Minnie found purpose in taking care of them in times of crisis, and they, in turn, supported her in words and deeds.
Minnie said goodbye to her sweetheart Lovis too soon. He died in 1981, only 69 years old, after several years struggling with Alzheimer’s. She was blessed with a second life mate, Hershel (“Son”) Smith, who made her laugh with his good-natured teasing, kept her mind sharp with his love of card games and dominoes, and gave her a second family that she loved as her own. Minnie and Son enjoyed traveling together, visiting nearby states like Tennessee, Colorado, and Oklahoma.
Since Son’s death, Minnie has lived in Paxton, Texas—initially, independently and, later, with her son, Jimmy, and his wife, Jean. Until she was almost 100 years old, she drove to church every week and to visit with her church friend and longtime pastor’s wife, Betty, during her weekly appointment at Callie’s hair salon. She loved to water her plants in the morning hours, feed the horses, and visit her neighbor and dear friend, Ruby, almost every afternoon. She loved writing and receiving hand-written notes, enjoyed phone calls from the many who loved her, and even learned to FaceTime and Zoom to keep up with grandchildren and great grandchildren as often as she could.
Minnie sometimes lamented the number of funerals for loved ones she attended, as happens when you are strong enough to make it to 102. Most heartbreaking was the loss of her beloved daughter, JoAnn, in 2004. But she also was “so proud” to have lived long enough to love on and know her 9 great grandchildren (ages 9 to 26).
Minnie was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmie D. and Lula Mitchell Ramsey, brother, F. M. Ramsey, sister, Zera Harrison, husbands, Lovis Bowlin and Hershel Smith, and daughter Jo Ann Eaton.
Minnie is survived by:
Her son, Jimmy and wife Jean Bowlin
Grandchildren:
Sheila and husband Shannon Crawford
Leigh and husband David Davis
Lisa Hobbs and Jeff Hobbs
John Bowlin and wife Kim
Great-grandchildren:
Samantha Crawford
Alyssa Boser
Christian Boser
Andrew Davis
Kaytlin Davis
Matt Bowlin
Toby Bowlin
Lily Hobbs
Ellis Hobbs
Step-children:
Ron and wife Margaret Smith
Hershey and husband Bob Cox
Minnie’s long and well-lived life will be celebrated at a private family service in the cemetery behind her beloved church. Anyone wishing to honor Minnie may make a donation, in lieu of flowers, to Timpson Missionary Baptist Church’s Cemetery Fund. The Family is thankful for Cory Larson, from A Pineywoods Home Health, as well as the nurses and social-service providers at Affinity Hospice, who physically cared for Minnie and guided the Family in these last days.
One of Minnie’s favorite hymns was “Because He Lives,” which ends with these words:
And then one day I'll cross the river,
I'll fight life's final war with pain.
And then, as death gives way to vict'ry,
I'll see the lights of glory and I'll know he reigns.
Minnie has now seen the lights of glory and can claim victory over death through eternity in Christ.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net.
Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, is in charge of arrangements.
08/31/2020
Bobby H Wilburn, 84, of Joaquin, passed away Sunday, August 30, 2020, in Joaquin.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 1, 2020, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 2, 2020, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born May 15, 1936, in Nacogdoches, Bobby is the son of the late Walter Price Wilburn and Cynthia Payne Wilburn. His hobbies included taking care of his cows, seeing his grandchildren, and telling jokes. Bobby was a member of Cool Springs Primitive Baptist Church.
He is survived by:
Wife, Cora Nutt Wilburn of Joaquin
Children:
Yolanda Davis and husband Lynn of Center
David Nutt and wife Debbie of Prague, Oklahoma
Daughter-in-law, Janet Wilburn of Center
Brother, Price Wilburn of Center
Sister, Judy Scarborough
Grandchildren:
Elizabeth Nutt of Prague, Oklahoma
Misty Wilburn of Center
Cody Nutt and wife Britta of Prague, Oklahoma
Brittany Foster and husband Matt of Center
Wade Lawson and wife Kaitlin of Joaquin
Micah Youngblood of Center
Matt Lawson and wife Monica of Joaquin
Ryan Wilburn and wife Mallory of Center
Great-grandchildren: Victoria, Amelia, Colten, Lyla, Roman, Ivy, June Caroline, Guner, Rance, Lillie, Rylinn, and Nash
Sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law:
Barbara Wilburn of Orange
Barbara Tysar of Oakwood
Robin Crawford and husband Ben of Center
James Chandler of Center
Nancy Boyd of Logansport, Louisiana
Dencen Hall and wife Faye of Logansport, Louisiana
Tula Mae Hall of Shreveport, Louisiana
Preceded in death by his wife, Yvonne Holt Wilburn; children, Mike Wilburn, Steve Wilburn, and Cynthia Lawson; brothers, Gerald Wilburn, Gary Wilburn, Elmer Ray Wilburn and Elmer's wife Johnnie Wilburn; sister, Louise Wagstaff; brothers-in-law, Kenneth Holt, Dawson Hall, Leslie Hall, Alton Hall, D.W. Boyd, Lloyd Hall, Earl Wagstaff, Danny Scarborough, and David Tysar; sisters-in-law, Verna Mae Hall, Betty Lou Hall, Monteal Hall, Sally Chandler, and Donna Wilburn.
Pallbearers will be Robbie Williams, Ryan Wilburn, Wade Lawson, Matt Lawson, Matt Foster, J.D. Cockrell, Randy Bonner, and James Landua.
Special thank you to Brenda Herbert and Pat Woodfin for all the care they provided at the end of his life, also thanks to Affinity Hospice and Sarah Lloyd.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Shriner’s Children’s Hospital, 2900 N. Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, Florida 33607, donorrelations@shrinenet.org, www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org; Scottish Rite Hospital Luke Waites Center for Dyslexia and Learning, 2222 Welborn Street, Dallas, Texas 75219; and/or Duncan Cemetery Fund, 25514 Saddlebrook Way, Katy, Texas 77494.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
08/30/2020
Charlene Walker Moody, 73 of San Augustine, Texas passed away on Friday, August 21, 2020 at Nacogdoches Medical Center in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Funeral service is 1pm on Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Interment is at Mt. Zion Cemetery with Bishop Cedric Grace officiating. Visitation is 2pm until 6pm Friday, September 4, 2020 at Garner and Son Chapel in San Augustine, Texas.
She is survived by:
Son, Anthony Moody of San Augustine, Texas
Daughters:
Lisa J. Davenport (Edward) of San Augustine, Texas
Tammy Walker Johnson (Ronald) of Dallas, Texas
7 Grandchildren and 6 Great-Grandchildren
Brothers:
Charles Walker (Mary Alice) of Shelbyville, Texas
Bobbie Walker (Shelia) of Dallas, Texas
L. C. Walker (Marita) of Dallas, Texas
George Walker (Arcy) of Dallas, Texas
Royce Walker (Alma) of San Augustine, Texas
Jerry Walker (Oletha) of San Augustine, Texas
Lester Walker (Casandra) of San Augustine, Texas
Sister, Lucille Anthony (Bobbie) of Dallas, Texas
Host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Services entrusted to Percy Garner and Son Mortuary, San Augustine, Texas.
08/24/2020
Sandra Denise Parks, 60, of Center, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2020, in Center.
Funeral service has been scheduled for 10am, Monday, August 31, 2020, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at Folsom Chapel Cemetery in Center.
She was a member of Folsom Missionary Church. Sandy was passionate about playing the guitar, piano, writing and singing songs and hymns. She was gifted musical and used it to tell others of God’s love. She loved spending time with her Husband Joe at the beach and lake. She loved her family and never missed an opportunity to be with them. She worked hard at Pilgrim’s Pride for 30 years. She made an impact on so many people throughout her life by being the kind and caring person she was. She always saw the good in people and treated everyone like they were family. This world is a better place because of the life that she lived and the love that she gave.
Survived by:
Husband, Joe Parks Jr. of Tenaha
Sons:
Joe Parks III of Center
Will Parks and wife Haley of Huxley
Daughter, Sarah Dial and husband Frankie of Humble
Grandchildren:
Mason Parks
Easton Park
Rhett Parks
Bryce Parks
Hannah Dial
Nicholas Dial
Mother, Barbara Krauskopf of Nacogdoches
Brother, James Krauskopf and wife Micah of Nacogdoches
Sisters:
Kimberly Stovall of Conroe
Tammy Penhallegon and husband Curt of Marshall
Nieces and Nephews:
Melody and Chris Barnes of Conroe
Morgan Krauskopt
Kimber Hughes and fiancé Kyle Steptoe of Shelbyville
Trey Hughes of Nacogdoches
Dylan Whitllesey of Center
Preceded in death by:
Father, Willie Krauskopf
Sister, Tina Krauskopf
Infant Daughter, Jodi Parks
Granddaughter, Mackenzie Parks
Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, Joe Parks Sr. and Earnestine Parks
Pallbearers: Cecil Parks, Sam Parks, Curt Penhallegon, John Molandes, Joe Whittlesey, David Sample
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/24/2020
Mackenzie Leanne Parks, 15, of Center, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2020, in Center.
Funeral service has been scheduled for 10am, Monday, August 31, 2020, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at Folsom Chapel Cemetery in Center.
Mackenzie was born February 16, 2005, in Center, TX. She was a member of Folsom Missionary Baptist Church. She also attended Woodland Christian Church in Timpson and Lydia MBC in Huxley. Mackenzie enjoyed being a twirler and playing the flute. She was a member of the Timpson Bear Band. She loved spending time with her brother Mason and her many friends. She had a radiant personality that would bring a smile to anyone’s face.
Survived By:
Pawpaw, Joe Parks Jr.
Parents:
Joe Parks III of Longview, TX
Tristan Cravey of Center
Sibling:
Mason Parks
Jasen Bolar
Jaxson Cravey
Aubreigh Frame
Grandparents:
Wayne and Penny Cravey of Center, Tx
Bonnie Nowlin of Hitchcock, Tx
Aunts and Uncles:
Will and Haley Parks of Huxley, Tx
Shasta Miller of Huxley, TX
JT Cravey of Huxley, TX
Andy and Megan Minter of Hitchcock, TX
Amber Malone of Fred, TX
Aliceson Ritter of Sour Lake, TX
Sarah and Frankie Dial of Humble, TX
Cousins: Easton, Rhett, and Bryce Parks, Heidi and Price Stutts, G Minter, Hayden Prevost, Cicillia Means, John Michael Gordon, Payton Hildago, Hannah & Nikolas Dial
Preceded In Death By:
(Nauna) Sandra Parks
Ruby Cravey of Silsby, Tx
Pallbearers: Dylan Whittlesey, JT Cravey, Tray Hughes, Eli Ard, Bryan Green, Keith Frazier, Jason Samford, Kason Ostbloom
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/30/2020
Ronald Wayne Cole, 70, passed away on August 29, 2020.
Graveside service will be held at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, September 3, 2020, at Shady Grove Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas.
He was born September 9, 1949, to Hugh Mayfield Cole Jr. and Katie Baker Cole and was a long time resident of Pasadena, TX. He worked for Valero refining company as a welder for over 40 years. He loved riding his Harley and was an Licensed Amateur Radio Operator.
He is survived by:
Wife of 49 years, Frances Jones Cole of Pasadena TX
Daughter, Jennifer and spouse Jonathan Barney of Pasadena, TX
Two grandchildren, Lucas and Taryn of Pasadena TX
Cousin who was like a brother to him, Phillip Baker of Timpson, TX
Cousin, Tommy Moore of Conroe, TX
Many other cousins and extended family members who all loved and adored him.
He is preceded in death by his parents, H.M. and Katie Cole.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/29/2020
Ramiro “Bo” Soto, 61, of Timpson, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2020, in Nacogdoches.
Mass will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 2, 2020, at St. Therese Catholic Church in Center with visitation beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at Powdrill Cemetery in Center.
Mr. Soto was born October 5, 1958, in Mercedes, Texas, to Rafael and Ursula Soto. “Bo” had a magnetic personality and brought a smile to everyone he encountered. He loved spending time with his family, especially his nephews and nieces. He will be forever missed.
He is survived by:
Ralph Soto Sr. and wife Rhonda of Timpson
Vangie McGraw of Elkhart, Indiana
Jane Funk and husband Eddie of Ft. Wayne, Indiana
Roland Soto and wife Donna of Elkhart, Indiana
Raul Soto Sr. of Timpson
Ruben Soto Sr. of Timpson
Raymond Soto and wife Bonnie of San Antonio
Mary Walker and Allan Thompson of Center
Rose Mangrum and husband Mike of Center
Rudy Soto and wife Leslie of Shreveport, Louisiana
Jacke Soto and wife Kristle of Joaquin
Moses Soto and wife Alicia of Carthage
Preceded in death by his parents, Rafael and Ursula Soto; Herlinda Soto, Helen Simmons, and Roy Soto, Sr.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/28/2020
Mason Cole Masterson, 2, of Center, Tx, passed away August 16, 2020 in Center, Tx
Funeral service will be held this Saturday August 29th 2pm at the First Baptist Church 117 Cora St. Center, Tx 75935.
There will be a private graveside service for immediate family only.
Oh Bubby, mama’s sweet sweet Bubby! Our hearts ache as we try to put into words who you are a as a person. You where my baby, my bubby, mama’s boy. While shy, your true personality was brighter than any star. While Mason and Daddy were best buddies, he was a Momma’s boy and loved his cuddles just as much as he loved his pow-pow and truck trail time with daddy. He had the chunkiest feet, the biggest heart, cutest under bite smile, the sweetest bashful face, the smoothest lips, and he never met a meal he didn’t like.
If you left a drink around him, you would no longer have a drink. Our little sneaky snake! He loved our family nerf gun wars, riding his trike, or scooting on his sister pink scooter, he loved when the girls would build anything just so that he could knock it down! We called him our little Masonite! He recently became fearless in the pool, jumping in with every splash of water hitting him like another dream achieved. Mason could at times be a conundrum, because while he loved cuddles with Mama and playing with his sisters, he loved motors. I mean ALL motors if he even heard a loud truck passing by it would stop him in his tracks, he just started riding dirt bikes with daddy, he loved everything fast and loud, and he couldn’t wait to pow-pow his first deer with his Daddy.
Mason loved fishing and was beginning to bloom into his personality. The sweetest, most gentle soul, that was impossible not to love. Anyone who got the chance to be loved by Mason Cole, was a soul that was touched forever. Oh bubby, my baby boy I wish I could feel you sweet arms holding me again. Daddy and Mommy love you always and forever!
Mason is survived by:
Parents:
Michael and Lauren Masterson of Center, Tx
Grandparents:
David and Mary Masterson of Center, Tx
Douglas and Nancy Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Great-Grandparents:
Alice Smith of Sherman, Tx
Michelle Mitchell of Florida
Aunts:
Michelle Masterson “Auntie Chelly” of Dallas, Tx
Megan Mitchell “Aunt Mimi” of Waller, Tx
Rosa Lamas of Magnolia, Tx
Uncles:
Zachary Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Douglas Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Dalton Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Cousins:
Landen Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Drake Mitchell of Cypress, Tx
Mason is preceded in death by his Great-grandparents, Roy and Doris Masterson; Great-Grandma, Carmen Reina and Papa Frank Reina; Great-Grandfather, Big Daddy Dr. SE Smith and cousin Beckett Spencer.
08/28/2020
Ella Michelle Masterson, 4, of Center, Tx, passed away August 16, 2020 in Center, Tx
Funeral service will be held this Saturday August 29th 2pm at the First Baptist Church 117 Cora St. Center, Tx 75935.
There will be a private graveside service for immediate family only.
Our sweet, fearless, free spirit Ella - it was easy to get lost in her piercing blue eyes and wonder, what exactly is going on in that tiny, sweet head of hers? Well, the answer is likely pickles, dreams of dancing with Jesus, wondering where her little pillow was, what her brother or sister are doing, and what amazing 5th outfit she would put on for the next outfit change of the day. One thing Ella was not a fan of, was brushing her wild, beautiful curly hair unless it was her special brush.
No matter how much her mama tried to keep her hair up, she loved to let her crazy hair fly just as her crazy personality shined through her goofy, loving and beautiful soul. When her daddy would ask her, “How much do you love me?”, her answer remained steadfast... “It never stops.” Ella loved her mama with every ounce of her being, and anytime she needed comfort, she found it in her arms.
While Aunt Chelly and her were best friends, the truth is Jesus was her best friend. Never has there been a child to talk so deeply about her love for the Lord. Ella was protective over her brother and sister and loved any and every baby she ever met; she would have been the most perfect mommy. Ella loved special nights with Meme, Poppy and Aunt Chelly putting on makeup-up and no matter the day, time or season, you could find her in the hot tub or pool. Her most recent favorite adventure was spider hunting with her Mama, or of course taking pictures with her tongue out and making a “Peace Sign”. She loved her daddy something fierce, their bond was one that surpasses words or explanation.
Although tiny, her love came in the biggest package and you could always spot her at church swaying to the music with her eyes closed, hands in the air, and heart full of life, love and faith. We miss you so much my sweet, silly, barefoot baby girl! Daddy and I love you always and forever!
Ella is survived by:
Parents:
Michael and Lauren Masterson of Center, Tx
Grandparents:
David and Mary Masterson of Center, Tx
Douglas and Nancy Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Great-Grandparents:
Alice Smith of Sherman, Tx
Michelle Mitchell of Florida
Aunts:
Michelle Masterson “Auntie Chelly” of Dallas, Tx
Megan Mitchell “Aunt Mimi” of Waller, Tx
Rosa Lamas of Magnolia, Tx
Uncles:
Zachary Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Douglas Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Dalton Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Cousins:
Landen Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Drake Mitchell of Cypress, Tx
Ella is preceded in death by her Great-grandparents, Roy and Doris Masterson; Great-Grandma, Carmen Reina and Papa Frank Reina; Great-Grandfather, Big Daddy Dr. SE Smith and cousin Beckett Spencer.
08/28/2020
Victoria Christine Hogan 10, of Center, Tx, passed away August 16, 2020 in Center, Tx
Funeral service will be held this Saturday August 29th 2pm at the First Baptist Church 117 Cora St. Center, Tx 75935.
There will be a private graveside service for immediate family only.
Mama’s first baby girl! Oh my sweet baby girl. So many things I can share but I will try to make it brief. First if you knew Victoria was to know that she had a pure heart of gold! She cared so much about others and never wanted anyone left out. She was so kind and open hearted. We’ve always known her heart was too big for Center, Tx. Her pure kind heart was meant to be seen by the world! If you were lucky enough to know her than you know exactly what I am talking about.
Victoria was born to perform. She loved being on stage, singing, dancing, teaching anyone dance routines (many we couldn’t keep up with) but man, could she dance! Just as her voice carried with beauty and grace throughout the church, she could also belt out some of her favorite Justin Bieber, Lauren Daigle, Taylor Swift, and many TikTok songs. Some of the things she was very proud of. First, being able to sing her brother to sleep at any time. I mean any time with her calming songs! She loved fixing Ella’s hair, playing mama and baby with Ella and Mase, getting Mason dressed for church, finding new earrings that match her outfits, all of this and much more. She really loved visiting Poppy’s art gallery and painting everything that came into her immense imagination. She also really looked forward to her “special nights” at Meme and Poppy’s house, shopping with Meme, doing stunts with Aunt Chelly in the pool.
Any chance she got to be with her Meme she did! She loved putting on makeup, designing clothes, doing back flips on the trampoline, mastering her martial art stretches or kicks, family movie nights, building forts and slime upon slime upon slime! She also loved spending time with her father, going fishing (lipping her own fish), riding the lawn mower and oh her sweet scrunched nose belly laughs! We miss every single second of you my sweet baby! Daddy and I love you always and forever!
Victoria is survived by:
Parents:
Michael and Lauren Masterson of Center, Tx
David Hogan of Nacogdoches, Tx
Grandparents:
David and Mary Masterson of Center, Tx
Douglas and Nancy Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Great-Grandparents:
Alice Smith of Sherman, Tx
Michelle Mitchell of Florida
Aunts:
Michelle Masterson “Auntie Chelly” of Dallas, Tx
Megan Mitchell “Aunt Mimi” of Waller, Tx
Rosa Lamas of Magnolia, Tx
Uncles:
Michael Hogan “Uncle Mikey” of Dallas, Tx
Donald Morrison “Uncle Opie”
Zachary Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Douglas Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Chris Jackson
Justen Jackson
Andrew Jackson
Dalton Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Cousins:
Landen Mitchell of Magnolia, Tx
Drake Mitchell of Cypress, Tx
Ashten Baker
Jaylin Jackson Zayden Morrison
Victoria is preceded in death by her Grandmother, Evelyn Haris: Great-Grandma Carmen Reina and Papa Frank Reina; Great-Grandfather Big Daddy Dr. SE Smith; Great-grandparents, Roy and Doris Masterson; and cousin Alyssa Jackson and Beckett Spencer.
08/26/2020
Julian Lee Peddy, 91, of Tenaha, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2020, in Tenaha.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 28, 2020, at First United Methodist Church in Tenaha with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Bro. Rusty Kilpatrick will officiate. Interment will follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha.
Mr. Peddy was born May 6, 1929, in Tenaha, to Walter Chambers Peddy Sr. and Ollie Lee Pou Peddy. He retired from USPS as a mail carrier. Mr. Peddy enjoyed farming cattle and timber and in his younger years, he enjoyed square dancing and travel. He was a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church in Tenaha.
He is survived by:
Wife, Elaine McMahon Peddy of Tenaha
Children:
Patricia L. Hubbard of Lindale
Robert W. Peddy and wife Sharon of Tyler
Carol Ann Kilpatrick and husband Frank of Tenaha
Step-children:
Cindy Haltom and husband Craig of Tenaha
Tommy McMahon of Tenaha
Stephen McMahon and wife Shirley of Houston
Grandchildren:
Kelli Peddy Trent and husband Jason of Dallas
Amanda Peddy Weaver and husband Jared of Tyler
David M. Hubbard and wife Mary of Southlake
Joshua Hubbard and wife Melissa of Cornelius, North Carolina
Jeremy Hubbard and wife Dana of Colorado Springs, Colorado
Krissy Shaw and husband Will of Canton
Wes Kilpatrick and wife Laura of Gary
Rusty Kilpatrick of Tenaha
Step-grandchildren:
Mark Haltom and wife Stephanie of Whitehouse
Michelle Allensworth and husband Brandon of United States Air Force, Japan
Malissa Conner and husband Michael of Albuquerque, New Mexico
Thomas Nevin of Houston
Chris Cox of Houston
16 great-grandchildren
5 step-great-grandchildren
Brother, Walter C. Peddy Jr. and wife Dorothy Jean of Tenaha
Numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Faye Twomey Peddy; parents, Walter Chambers Peddy Sr. and Ollie Lee Pou Peddy; brother, Jennings Peddy; and sisters, Inez Pool and Agnes Parker.
Pallbearers will be David Hubbard, Joshua Hubbard, Jeremy Hubbard, Will Shaw, Wes Kilpatrick, Jason Trent, Jared Weaver.
A special thanks to Dr. Aaron Polk Jr., Dr. Arielle Lee, and the professionals of Affinity Hospice for their compassionate care.
Memorial donations can be made to First United Methodist Church in Tenaha.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
08/26/2020
Y.D. (Plum) Jackson, Jr., 84 of Center, passed away Thursday, July 20, 2020 at Lufkin Specialty Hospital.
Graveside service is 11am Saturday, August 29, 2020 at St. John Cemetery in Center. Visitation is from 5pm to 7pm on Friday, August 28 at Community Funeral Home in Center. Interment is at St. John Cemetery in Center with Rev. Winston Kibbles officiating.
He is survived by:
Wife, Sandrel Jackson of Center
Sons:
Willie D. Jackson (Sherian) of Center
Young D. Jackson of Center
Louis Jackson of Center
Michael Smith of Center
Jimmy Lee Smith (Mercedes) of Center
Daughters:
Tiffanie King (Robert) of Center
Demetra Slaughter (Desmond) of Center
10 Grandchildren
12 Great-grandchildren
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center, Texas.
08/26/2020
Dawn Bradshaw Collins, 61, of Center, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2020, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, August 28, 2020, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Following the visitation, Mrs. Collins will be cremated as per her wishes.
Mrs. Collins was born July 26, 1959, in Center, to Doyle Bradshaw and Bobbye Adams Bradshaw.
She is survived by:
Her husband, James Collins of Center
Children:
Ryan Barton of Dallas
Ashley Collins of Timpson
Autumn Collins of Timpson
Grandchildren:
Jayson Wilkerson of Timpson
Hannah Sigler of Timpson
Lane Sigler of Timpson
Waylon Sigler of Timpson
Gabriela Hughes of Timpson
Winter Hughes of Timpson
Lily Hughes of Timpson
Celeste Hughes of Timpson
Sister, Sheila Jones and husband Kevin of Center
Preceded in death by her parents, Doyle Bradshaw and Bobbye Adams Bradshaw; brother, Marty Doyle Bradshaw; and grandparents, Clayter and Fannie Adams and John and Essie Bradshaw.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/25/2020
Charles Baggett, 81, of Center, passed away Monday, August 24, 2020, in Nacogdoches.
Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, August 29, 2020, at White Rock Cemetery in Center.
Mr. Baggett was born May 24, 1939, in Center, to Curtis Lee Baggett and Loyce Louise Akin Baggett.
He is survived by:
Brothers:
Glenn Baggett and wife Joy of Douglass
Robert Lee Baggett and wife Linda of Nacogdoches
Numerous other relatives.
Preceded in death by his parents, Curtis Lee Baggett and Loyce Louise Akin Baggett; sister, Patricia Ann Fletcher; nephews, Mitchell Baggett and Christopher Fletcher; and niece, Amanda Baggett.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/25/2020
Ela Elaine Watson, 92, of Center, passed away Monday, August 24, 2020, in Groves.
Graveside service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Mrs. Watson was born October 6, 1927, in Shelby County to James Jewel Goings and Jettie Elsada Baker Goings. She was an avid quilter. She attended Assembly of God.
She is survived by:
Her son, Larry Watson of Center
Daughters:
Diane Fountain and husband James of Groves
Geenie Barbee and husband John of Center
Grandchildren:
Rocky Fountain
Cindy Fontenot and husband Jamie
Holli Barbee
Jason Fountain and wife Cathy
Tisha Watson
Brian Fountain
Great-grandchildren:
Olivia Lacroix Kirby and husband Alan
Timothy Simoneaux and wife Aubrey
Fred Robinson
Jonathan Robinson
Tory Davis
Colton Davis
Great-great-grandchildren:
A.J. Lacroix
Atticus Kirby
Numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Preceded in death by her husband, Carrol Conner Watson; parents, James Jewel Goings and Jettie Elsada Baker Goings; great granddaughter, Ashley Nicole Fountain; brothers, E.E. “Shorty” Goings, James Goings, and Maxie Goings.
Honorary pallbearers will be Mrs. Watson’s grandsons and nephews.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/24/2020
Kelly “Pops” Robertson, 84, of Tenaha passed away Thursday, August 20, 2020 in Longview.
He was born on July 18, 1936 in Dallas, Texas. Mr. Robertson was raised in Cyprus Bayou and loved to hunt and fish. Mr. Robertson moved to Tenaha in 1993 where he remained with his beautiful wife until she passed away in 2011. Mr. Robertson was a veteran, fisherman, and grandfather. Kelly was a longtime resident of Tenaha and proudly supported the Tenaha Tigers.
Graveside services were held on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Union Cemetery with Jeff Stewart officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to assist with funeral expense.
He is survived by:
Sons:
Jack Thompson and wife Leslie of Anthem, Arizona
James Watson of Tenaha
Michael Vaughn and wife Carrie of Kilgore
Johnny Vaughn and wife Consuella of Longview
Kenneth Robertson and wife Meagan of Hawkins
Daughters:
Renee Brittain of Tenaha
Michelle McDonald and husband Jason of Tenaha
Daughter-in-law, Pam Whitton of Joaquin
Eighteen Grandchildren
Three Great-Grandchildren
Preceded in death by wife, Audria Regina Robertson and grandson, Mitchell Brittain.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
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