07/23/2018

Funeral services for Carrie Mae Barr Chaney. 87, of Timpson, Texas, will be held at 11am, Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas, with Bro. Ozay Ford and Bro. Clyde Hess officiating. Interment to follow in the Walnut Grove Cemetery in Garrison, Texas.  Visitation for family and friends will be 5pm – 8pm, Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas. 

Ms. Chaney was born July 15, 1931, in Timpson, Texas to the late Ernest Rastus and Mary Etta (Stone) Barr.  Carrie married the love of her life, George Willis Chaney, on November 14, 1950 where the two spent over 64 years together before his passing in 2015.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  She took pride in raising her six children and  loving them unconditionally.  Carrie enjoyed reading Guidepost, watching western shows, and cooking for her family.  She also enjoyed working on the farm with her late husband, George.  

She is survived by sons: 
Edgar Chaney and Denise of Timpson, Texas
Larry Chaney and wife Tresia of Huffman, Texas

Daughters: 
Gina Diane Broussard and husband Billy of Center, Texas
Rachael Mabe and husband Mike of Manassas, Virginia

Grandchildren: 
Jason Button
Sarah Coppock and husband Billy
Dennis Broussard

Great-grandchildren:
Richard
Kason
Makinlie Broussard

Sisters: 
Louise Nolan of Talco, Texas
Bertie Hess of Poteau, Oklahoma

Brother: 
Carlos Mack Barr and Louella of Woodville, Texas

Brother-in-law: Charles Birdwell

A host of family and friends who will miss her greatly. 

Ms. Chaney was preceded in death by her husband, George Willis Chaney; parents, Ernest and Mary Etta Barr; sons, Donald Wayne Chaney and George W. Chaney, JR; brothers, James Daniel Barr, Ollie Ray Barr; sisters, Billie Birdwell, Linda Morrison; and brother in law, Wilson Morrison.

Pallbearers are Charles Barr, Ray Morrison, Orville Hess, Ricky Nolan, Randy Nolan and Greg Haymon.

To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may to go www.taylorfh.net.  

Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Drive, Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.

07/19/2018

Funeral for Edward Glen Gray, 73 of Garrison, will be at 11am, Friday, July 20, 2018 at Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery.

Gray died, Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at his residence in Garrison, Texas.

Visition will be from 10am to 11am before service time at the funeral home.

Survivors:

Wife, Wanda Hendricks Gray of Garrison

Son, Jeremy Glenn Gray of Garrison

Daughters:
Sheila Jolene Joslin and husband Aaron Lee of Lexington, OK
Gina Janelle Wilson and husband Raymond III of Wanette, OK
Lisa Womack of Augusta, Georgia

Step-daughters:
Teresa Westmoreland of Nacogdoches
Rhonda Burkhalter and husband Mike of Garrison
Brenda Sue Pate and husband Danny of Timpson

19 Grandchildren and 19 Great-Grandchildren

Family being served by Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.

07/18/2018

Joseph “J.B.” Dorsey, 83, of Shelbyville, passed away July 18, 2018, in Center.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, July 20, 2018, at Wimberly Chapel in Huxley. Interment will follow at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service.

Mr. Dorsey was born May 13, 1935, in Rusk County, to Ruben Dorsey and Denver Thorton Dorsey. He enjoyed working, fishing, and spending time with his family. He was a member of Lydia Missionary Baptist Church in Huxley. Mr. Dorsey worked as a door greeter at Wal-Mart for thirteen years, a job which he loved. He also loved his customers.

He is survived by
Daughters:
Jeanie Matheny of Huxley
Renee Dorsey of Center

Grandchildren:
Bridgett Gooch of Henderson
Gina Jones and husband, Aaron, of Huxley
Brooke Dorsey of Huxley
Skyler Gilpatrick of Longview
Conner Gilpatrick of Center

Great-Grandchildren:
Lee Howell of Henderson
Cheyenne Wyatt of New London
B.J. Wyatt of Jacksonville
Amelia Jones of Huxley

3 Great-Great-Grandchildren

Numerous nieces, nephews and friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: Ruben Dorsey and Denver Thorton Dorsey
Brothers: Buck Dorsey, Jerry Dorsey, Glenn Dorsey
Sisters: Viola Moore, Mary Opal Goodwin, Ruby Stewart, Libby Blalock, Betty Still
Mother of his children and special friend: Mary Mixon

Pallbearers will be Richard Dorsey, Bubba Dorsey, Fred Goodgin, Dale LaGrone, Randy LaGrone, George Matheny, Aaron Jones and Lee Howell. Honorary pallbearers will be Jeremy Dorsey and Adrian Allen.

Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

07/18/2018

Randall Jack Crump, 74, of Joaquin, Texas, went to be with the Lord on July 17, 2018, while surrounded by loved ones.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, July 19, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 20, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Chris Welch and Bro. Jody Hooper officiating.  Doug Smith will be speaking up for Randall.  Interment will follow at Sholar Cemetery in Joaquin.

Mr. Crump was born August 10, 1943, in Joaquin, Texas, to Robert M. Crump and Myrtis Lilly Crump.  He worked in steel fabricating all of his life.  He loved spending time with his family and enjoyed being with his grandchildren.  Mr. Crump was a kind and gentle man who was loved by all who knew him.

He is survived by
Wife of 55 years: Patsy Myers Crump

Daughter: Lori May and husband, Marvin, of Joaquin

Grandchildren:
Morgan Blair May
Trevor Blain May and special friend, Kenslee Maines

Sister-in-law and Brother-in-law: Barbara and Mike Dickerson of Joaquin

A host of nieces and nephews

He was preceded in death by
Parents: Robert M. Crump and Myrtis Lilly Crump
Son: Randy Crump
Brothers: Robert B. Crump, Roy M. Crump
Sisters: Ruth Wilkins, Melba Plagens, Betty Rippy, Linda Sue Crump

Pallbearers will be Gary Henderson, Dwanye Pinkston, Roy Manning Crump, Jinx Hutchins, Ricky Cockrell and Brad Cockrell.  Honorary pallbearers will be Doug Smith and Bill Pridgen.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Sholar Cemetery, c/o Jerry Cockrell, 190 CR 3798, Joaquin, Texas 75954.

Online condolences and tributes can be made to www.watsonandsonsfh.com

07/18/2018

Jack David Burson, 82, of Shelbyville, passed away July 17, 2018, in The Woodlands.  

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, July 21, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, July 22, 2018, at Center Church of Christ.  Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.  

Mr. Burson was born June 20, 1936, in Sentinel, Oklahoma, to Isaac Burson and Annice Hill Burson.  He served in the United State Navy.  Prior to retirement, Mr. Burson was a professor at McNeese State University and Oklahoma State University, where he taught Electronic Technology for 40 years.  Mr. Burson was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed watching movies and airplanes and collecting things and visiting.  He was a member of Center Church of Christ.  

He is survived by
Wife: Annabell Burson of Shelbyville, Texas

Brother: Byron Burson and wife, Sharon, of College Station, Texas

Sisters-in-law:
Betty Miller of Amarillo, Texas
Rosalee Cartwright of Morris, Illinois

Numerous nieces and nephews

Brother-in-law: Oliver Earl Russell of Washington State

Preceded in death by
Parents: Isaac Burson and Annice Hill Burson
Son: David Burson
Brother-in-law: Leonard Russell

Pallbearers will be Evan Burson, Chuck Raymond, Cade Burson, Andrea Cuzzupe, J.D. Weldon and Byron Burson II.

07/18/2018

Traci Michelle Smith, 44, of Rosenberg, Texas, passed away on July 13, 2018 in Rosenberg. She was born on August 27, 1973 in Houston, Texas to Lenard (Jonni) Wood II and Avis Smith. A private burial will be held at McClelland Cemetery.

Traci is survived by her children, Maximus and Greenli Lavesphere of Rosenberg, Texas, their father, Michael Lavesphere of Rosenberg, Texas; brothers, Bryan Aaron Wood and wife Melissa of Deerpark, Texas, Jerami Wood and Deedee Thompson of Conroe, Texas; sister, Lisa Bloodgood and husband Steve of Center, Texas; uncle, Robert Smith of Cummings, Georgia; cousin, Leslie Smith of Spring, Texas; Maximus and Greenli’s aunt, Sherry Ledbetter and a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Avis Smith; grandparents, Clarence and Frances Smith, Lenard and Adele Wood; sister, Rachael Nycole Wood; uncle, Charles Smith and aunt, Trudi Polk.

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.

07/15/2018

Jereldine Pitts, 84, of Center, passed away Friday, July 13, 2018, in Center.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, July 20, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 21, 2018, at Abundant Love Ministries, 1426 Shelbyville Street, Center, Texas 75935, with Pastor Karl Moore officiating. Interment will follow at Carroll Chapel Cemetery in Shelbyville.

Ms. Pitts was born April 16, 1934, in Shelby County, to Aaron Pitts and Rossie Roberts Pitts. She retired from Tyson after twenty-three years of service. Ms. Pitts was faithful and devoted to her church and family. She was a member of Carroll Chapel CME in Shelbyville, where she served as usher, choir member and Sunday school secretary.

She is survived by
Children:
Loraine Osby and husband, Mervin, of Center, Texas
Linda Lewis Patt of Center, Texas
Lolita Hall and husband, Pastor Everette, of Keatchie, Louisiana
Charles Lathan of Center, Texas
James Pitts of Center, Texas

Grandchildren:
Marcus Roberts and wife, Jackie, of Center, Texas
Candel Cloudy and husband, Michael, of Center, Texas
Jacqueline Johnson and husband, Everette, of Houston, Texas
Petrina Andrews and husband, Herschell, of Houston, Texas
Kiff Jones and wife, Bridgette, of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana
Jade Cloudy and husband, Marlin, of Conroe, Texas
Chris Pitts of Tenaha, Texas
Elisha Richardson and husband, D’Unte, of Diboll, Texas
Keverett Hall of Keatchie, Louisiana
Jata Hall of Keatchie, Louisiana
Takeisha Lathan of Center, Texas

A number of great grandchildren

Sisters:
Linda C. Edwards and husband, Larry, of Killeen, Texas
Mary Hornback and late husband, Jimmy, of Center, Texas
Emma Jean Johnson and husband, Robert, of Center, Texas

Aunts: 
Joyce Kindle of Dallas, Texas
Vernell Sebron of Longview, Texas

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends

Loyal companion: Her dog, Lexie

Preceded in death by
Parents: Aaron Pitts and Rossie Roberts Pitts
Sisters: Billie Ann Gardner, Billie Louise Hill
Brother: James Edwards
Sister-in-law: Mary Jane Edwards

Pallbearers will be Kiff Jones, Michael Cloudy Jr., Chris Pitts, Keverett Hall, Marlin Cloudy Jr. and Everett Johnson. Honorary pallbearers will be Marcus Roberts, Brandon Roberts, James Pitts, Larry Edwards, Michael Cloudy Sr. and Charles Lathan.

Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

 

07/17/2018

John Weatherly, 93, of Mesquite, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2018, at his home.  

Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 19, 2018, at Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison with Chaplain Bill Wright officiating.  Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Garrison.

Mr. Weatherly was born March 1, 1925, in Garrison, to Cecil Weatherly and Sue Little Weatherly.

He is survived by
Son: John Weatherly Jr. and wife, Cindy

Daughter: Hope Goree

Granddaughter: Amanda Goree

Sister:
Bobby Simmons

A host of nieces, nephews and friends

Preceded in death by
Wife: Dorleene Weatherly
Granddaughter: Sarah Goree

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Texas Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital, 2222 Welborn St., Dallas, Texas 75219.

Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison, Texas.

07/16/2018

Traci Michelle Smith, 44, of Rosenberg, Texas, passed away on July 13, 2018 in Richmond, Texas. She was born on August 27, 1973 in Houston, Texas to Lenard Wood II and Avis Smith. A private burial will be held at McClelland Cemetery.

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.

07/16/2018

Fern Hooper Davis, 89, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2018, in Mt. Pleasant.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, July 19, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Pastor James Hensley officiating. Interment will follow at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m.

Mrs. Davis was born September 9, 1928, in Joaquin, to William Forrest Hooper and Vergie Odell English Hooper. She lived in Longview until she retired and relocated to Linden and then to Mt. Pleasant for the last five years. 

She is survived by:

Sons:
James David Davis
Robert Wayne Davis

Daughter: Vicki Jeanene Davis

Grandchildren:
David L. Davis
Shay Davis
Scott Davis
Clint Davis
Shawn Montalvo
Ami Hinds 
Allison Weddle

A number of great grandchildren

Daughters-in-law:
Deborah Davis
Patricia Davis

Sister: Dessie Hooper Meadows

Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Husband: John R. Davis
Son: William “Rick” Davis
Parents: William Forrest Hooper and Vergie Odell English Hooper
Step Mother: Ila May Hussey Hooper
Brother: Gerald Don Hooper
Sister: Virginia Ann Hooper Reeves

Pallbearers will be David L. Davis, Shay Davis, Scott Davis, Clint Davis, Shawn Montalvo, Anthony Alicea and Justin Davis.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

07/15/2018

Larry D. Morrison, 75, of Nacogdoches, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2018, in Nacogdoches.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, July 15, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 16, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Paul Sevar officiating.  Interment will follow at East Hamilton Cemetery in Shelby County.

Mr. Morrison was born November 22, 1942, in Pasadena, Texas, to Forest Bloomer Morrison and Edith Jetton Morrison.  After graduating from Stephen F. Austin State University, he made Nacogdoches, Texas, his home for more than fifty years.  Larry was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed RVing, kayaking, hiking, fishing, walking the Lanana Creek Trail, and his beloved cats.  He was a past member of the Lions Club and Volunteer Fire Department, a member of Nacogdoches Senior Center, the Grief Support System of the First United Methodist Church, the Rice Belt RV Club and Calvary Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by
Loving wife of 37 years: Evelina Wright Morrison
Parents: Forest Bloomer Morrison and Edith Jetton Morrison

He is survived by
Children:
Cindy Christie and husband, Mark, of Lufkin
Cathy Richards and husband, Kerry, of Sealy
Suzy Childers and husband, Jeff, of Lufkin
Karen Mata and husband, Manolo, of Houston

Step-Children:
Carie Watts and husband, Joey, of Henderson
Waylon “Bubba” Griffith Jr. and wife, Margo, of Center
Monte Dale Griffith of Center
Micah Z. Griffith and wife, Tammy, of Center

Grandchildren:
Alexandra Burch
Dalton Burch
Nolan Childers
Graham Childers
Emily Martinez
Abbie Richards
Louisa Mata
Chris Albury
Brittney Griffith
Lauren Griffith
Amber Griffith
Zane Griffith
Jared Richards

Great-Grandchild: Alaina Hill

Sister: Judy Krohn

Niece: Lena Russell

Numerous other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Pallbearers will be Dalton Burch, Graham Childers, Chris Albury, Mark Christie, Kerry Richards, Jeff Childers, Manolo Mata and Steve Albury.  Honorary pallbearer will be Nolan Childers.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Nacogdoches Senior Center, 621 Harris Street, Nacogdoches, Texas 75964.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

07/12/2018

Joyce Elaine Felder, 70, of Center, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2018, in Center.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, July 13, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, July 14, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel.  Interment will follow at Antioch Cemetery in Center.

Mrs. Felder was born January 12, 1948, in Houston, to Bill Reynolds and Fairris Adams Reynolds.  On January 18, 1962, she married the love of her life, Edgar Edward Felder.  In 1979, the two moved to Center, where Mrs. Felder was a homemaker and loyal assistant at Felder’s Repair Shop.  She attended Antioch Baptist Church in Center.

She is survived by
Husband: Edgar Edward Felder of Center

Sons: 
Keith Felder and wife, Loretta
Mark Felder and wife, Sherri

Grandchildren:
April Alexander and husband, Jeff
Lindsey Felder and fiancé, Cole Anderson
Lacey Felder 
Ryan Felder and wife, Kara

Great Grandchildren:
Caleb Alexander
Matthew Alexander

Brothers:
Billy Reynolds and wife, Donna
Jim Reynolds and wife, Sue

Sisters-in-law: 
Patricia Reynolds
Kathy Witt
Margaret Smith
Mary Watkins
Bertha Vincent and husband, Chuck

Brother-in-law: Harry Felder and wife, Betty

Preceded in death by
Parents: Bill Reynolds and Fairris Adams Reynolds
Great Grandchild: Danica Felder
Brothers: Steve Reynolds, Jerry Reynolds
Sister: Annie Manning
Brother-in-law: Paul Felder

Pallbearers will be Bill Eberenz, Tommy Morris, Billy Reynolds, Dewayne Reynolds, Matt Hill and Bill Stegall.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

07/09/2018

Myrtie Lanell Flournoy Huff, age 79, of Spring, Texas, formally Hemphill, passed away Friday, July 6, 2018 in Houston, Texas.

Lanell was born September 5, 1938 in the Norwood Community of San Augustine County, Texas to Luther Dewey Flournoy and Gladys Evelyn Smith Flournoy. She graduated from Hemphill High School, Class of 1956. She retired from Walmart and moved to Spring to be closer to her family. She loved spending time with her family, crocheting, and playing bingo.

Lanell is survived by her Children Charles Jr. (Chuck) and Patti Ann Huff, Carl Huff, Casey and Beth Huff, and Lisa and Jim Albers; grandchildren, Jamie and Blake Kerman, Bradley and Ashley Huff, Cambri and Aaron Harris, Casey Huff II, Carli Huff, Caylin Huff, Casey Foley, Blake Foley, Aric and Laura Albers, Jeremy Albers, Cody Albers; 17 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Luther Dewey Flournoy; mother, Gladys Evelyn Smith Flournoy; brothers, Dewey Flournoy and Curtis Flournoy; sister Wilma Parker

Pallbearers will be Bradley Huff, Casey Huff II, Blake Foley, Aaron Harris, Blake Kerman, and Logan Harris.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday July10, 2018 at Starr Funeral Home, 510 Starr St., Hemphill, Texas.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, July11, 2018 in Starr Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery, San Augustine, Texas.

Online book signing and condolences can be made at starrfuneralhome.com.

07/09/2018

Brakia Rashad Roland, 27, of Center passed away Thursday, July 5, 2018 at his residence in Center.

Services will be held Wednesday, July 11, 2018 12-noon at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church in Center. No wake or visitation are scheduled.

Interment will follow at Westview Cemetery in Center, Texas with Rev. Dexter Yarbrough officiating.

Brakia Rashad Roland is survived by: 
Mother: Nicole Ellington of Center, Texas

Daughters:
Brakeria Roland of Center, Texas
Brakiyah Roland of Tallahassee, Florida

Grandmother: Joyce Edwards of Center, Texas

Brothers:
Barrett Roland of Waco, Texas
Tahja Teel of Houston, Texas
Brandon Rushing of Center, Texas

Sisters:
Keisha Roland of Longview, Texas
Bria Roland of Houston, Texas
B'ShaNee Garner of Nacogdoches, Texas

Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas

07/09/2018

Blanche Eloise Jackson, 97, of Center, passed away Friday, July 6, 2018, in Nacogdoches.
 
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, July 8, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating.  Interment will follow at Carroll Cemetery in Shelby County.  Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 12:00 noon.
 
Mrs. Jackson was born January 12, 1921, in Trinity County, to Jack and Sally Adams.  She enjoyed crocheting, reading and playing 42.  Mrs. Jackson was an active member of Clever Creek Baptist Church.
 
She is survived by
Daughter: Dana Jackson of Center
 
Special Friends:
Tanya Williams of Center
LaDonna Bradley of Nacogdoches
Kellie Baty of Shelbyville
 
Family Friends:
Mae Furlow of Shelbyville
Gordon Vaughn of Shelbyville
 
Preceded in death by
Husband: Dave Jackson
Daughter: Norma Herrod
Parents: Jack and Sally Adams
 
Pallbearers will be Brad Hinton, Shane Cooper, Stephen Williams, Keith Hampton, Vic Cooper, Matt Hill and Robert Cooper.
 
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to American Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org.
 
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

07/04/2018

Gerald David Estes, 71, of Center, Texas, joined his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, July 3, 2018, in Center, Texas.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, July 5, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. A funeral service honoring David will be held at 3:00 p.m., Friday, July 6, 2018, at New Life Church in Center with Bro. Steve Noble, Bro. Mike Miller, Sister Melba Rodgers, and Bro. Terry Goodnight officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.

Gerald David Estes was born October 28, 1946, in Lafayette, Louisiana, to Frazar Estes and Ruth Burkett Estes. David graduated from Gladewater High School in Gladewater, Texas, and continued his education at Kilgore College, eventually graduating from Lamar University with a degree in business. David began his career as a Texas Department of Public Safety Highway Patrolman in Orange County, Texas. While serving his state, David was drafted into the United Stated Armed Services and was deployed as a medic in the military. David was honorably discharged and returned to his job as a State Highway Patrolman.

After moving to Shelby County, David owned and operated the popular Shady Oaks Grocery and Feed for nearly twenty years. Each weekday Shady Oaks was full of hungry patrons ordering the delicious, home-cooked lunches and famous cheeseburgers. David filled the store with pictures proudly showing off his family and friends. Dave, as he was affectionately known, always greeted customers and employees with a smile and lovingly described the stories the pictures told.

Dave and his beloved wife Gina operated poultry farms in Shelby County for twenty years. After retiring, Dave and Gina planned their lives around their children and grandchildren and traveled throughout the country on hunting and fishing trips and attending golf tournaments, horse shows, baseball games, and family vacations. Amongst Dave’s most prized trips are those hunting in Africa with his sons.

Shelby County residents often would see David and Gina enjoying date nights. David began each morning reading his Bible with a cup of coffee. Dave loved working on his farm and watching his deer.

Dave did not meet a stranger. His warm smile and gentle hug made those who met him immediately feel loved. Within five minutes of speaking to Dave, his dedication to Christ became apparent. Dave devoted his life to the Lord, leading a Christian life by example. He was a hard working and humble servant to his Lord. Dave regularly attended Church and enjoyed bible studies each week.

Knowing Dave, there is no doubt in anyone’s heart that his most wonderful moment was hearing those words from his Lord on Tuesday morning, “Well done my good and faithful servant.”

Survivors include the following:
Wife: Gina Estes, Center, Texas

Children:
Mike Estes and wife Tanya of Shelbyville, Texas
Chris Estes and wife Melissa of Kingwood, Texas
Brent Estes of Montgomery, Texas
Heather Rollins and husband John of Flower Mound, Texas
Bonus son, J. Chris Hubert of Tyler, Texas

Grandchildren:
Jeff Estes and wife Mandy of Shelbyville, Texas
Brad Estes and wife Whitnee of Shelbyville, Texas
Brandon Estes of Kingwood, Texas
Matthew Estes of Kingwood, Texas
Cullen Estes of Montgomery, Texas
Isabella Rollins of Dunedin, Florida
Georgia Rollins of Flower Mound, Texas
Jennifer Estes of Montgomery, Texas

Great-Grandchildren:
Lyla Estes of Shelbyville, Texas
Lynlee Estes of Shelbyville, Texas
Sweet Baby Girl Estes, coming in December

Brothers:
Frazar (Bubba) Estes and wife Eleanor of Lufkin, Texas
John Estes of Lufkin, Texas

Brother-in-law:
Rex Thompson and wife Carol of Tyler, Texas

Mother-in-law:
Gloria Jean Thompson of Gilmer, Texas

Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins

Preceded in death by
Parents: Frazar Estes and Ruth Burkett Estes

David Koonce, Brad Estes, Dewayne Bomar, Jeff Estes, Brandon Estes, Cullen Estes, Matthew Estes and Agustin Camacho will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Isidro Escanuelas, Dewayne Lout, Larry Horn, Todd Baldwin, and Jennifer Estes.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

07/03/2018

Service in Celebration of the Life of Roy Edward Masterson (October 5th, 1927 - June 30th, 2018)

Unforgettable.
Roy Edward Masterson was born in Louisville, Kentucky; his father a cobbler, his mother a lady of royal French Heritage. He grew up in a neighborhood that required him to defend himself going to and from school, but you wouldn’t have been able to tell that at first glance due in major part to his handsome smile and gentlemanly swagger. Roy was the walking definition of grit.  He worked through the Great Depression rebuilding automobiles, purchasing them for nothing and reselling them for pure profit until he turned 16. Roy’s patriotism ran deep as he lied about his age and joined the US Navy in 1945 so that he could serve his county and in 1946 received an honorable discharge.

Intentional.
Roy met Doris Cobb on a blind double date.  He was supposed to take her friend out, but after one look at Doris, there was no turning back – he knew she was everything.  Shortly thereafter they married on January 8th, 1946.

Devoted.
While in Kentucky, he built numerous projects for his children, including a lawn mower powered go cart. He was active as a Scoutmaster and helped his boys learn how to play ball in the Little League. You should have seen his underhand softball pitch!.

Driven.
Roy worked as a mechanic, owned a vending machine company, built and sold houses in Kentucky, raised tobacco, became an accountant and started a family - the accomplishment he held highest. At an early age, Roy was active in several charitable causes through the Masonic Lodge. After acquiring a position with Cumberland Case Company, he moved his family from Kentucky to Dallas in 1962.  He became a pilot and loved it for numerous reasons, impressing Doris to be at the top of that list. As well as traveling all over the US, he used his plane to become more efficient in sales with Cumberland as he serviced six states and Mexico.  In 1968, he purchased a poultry farm in Center and started Poultry Products Company on the farm before he formed Local Chapter 311 of Germania Insurance, to help families afford insurance coverage. He served as a director on the Germania Farm Mutual Board of directors and helped many families when tragedy occurred and became a staple man in the community.
 
Faithful.
He was active in Middletown Methodist Church and raised his family in the faith. Roy and Doris joined First United Methodist Church of Center in 1968 where they were active with the Runnels Chapel Sunday school Class for nearly 40 years, chairing many committees and volunteering countless hours 

Adventurous.
Roy loved to fly and share his passion with friends and family.  He spent many hours at the Center Airport and formed Center Airomotive to help grow and transform the airport to be what it is today.  Roy flew many hours, but his best memories were when Doris and his sons and grandchildren were with him.

Hopeful.
Eight years after Doris passed away, Roy met Lyn Logan. Their relationship was blessed by the Lord and they shared their lives together, loving and giving comfort to each other. Lyn was at his side when he passed. 

Loved.
Roy was incredibly loved by so many and survived by
Lyn Logan of Center, Texas
Ron Masterson and his wife Linda of Shreveport, La
Garry Masterson and his wife Cindy of Bryan, Texas
Riley Masterson and Pam Longton of Austin, Texas
David Masterson and his wife Mary of Center, Texas

Nine grandchildren:
Brett Masterson of San Francisco, California
Shannon Young and her husband Tony of St Louis, Missouri
RJ Masterson and his wife LeAnn of Center, Texas
Josh Masterson and his wife Jamie of College Station, Texas
Sam Masterson and his wife Sarah of College Station, Texas
Chris Masterson and his wife to be, Shannon of Austin, Texas
Melody Masterson-Benavides and her husband, Carlos of Austin, Texas
Michelle Masterson of Dallas, Texas
Michael Masterson and his wife Lauren of Center, Texas

Sixteen great-grandchildren with two more joining his family in September.

Roy was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Doris Cobb Masterson, mother of his children who passed away March 22, 2008, parents Earl Edward Masterson and Louise Z. Stubblefield Masterson, brother Louie Masterson and sister Alberta.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, July 8, 2018 at 1:30 pm in the sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church in Center, Texas.  In lieu of flowers, please make any contributions to the First United Methodist Church of Center Memorial Fund. 

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.

07/02/2018

Tonya Joann Simmons Bailey, 47, of Center, Texas, passed away on July 1, 2018 in Center. She was born on January 29, 1971 in Baytown, Texas to Odis Eugene Simmons and Lila Smith Simmons. A memorial celebration of life will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at First Baptist Church in Center with Bro. J.C. Lewis and Bro. Grant Murphree officiating. There will be a reception immediately following the service at First Baptist Church. All are welcome to attend. 

Tonya moved to Center when she was in 7th grade and graduated with the Center High School class of 1989. Tonya met Todd Bailey for the first time at Solley’s Club and then fate happened to bring them together once again in Benton, Louisiana at the Longhorn Club. They both realized it was meant to be and formed an unexplainable bond that would last 26 years. Todd and Tonya were married on October 24, 1992 at Center First Baptist Church and they cherished every second spent with one another over the next few decades. 

Tonya was always driven and business minded. She began her career at Center Autoplex as a sales representative and finance manager. After a few years, another opportunity opened up for her, and she began working for M&M Insurance where she remained the rest of her career. She loved working with people and doing business. A piece of advice that she lived by and shared with fellow sales associates she was training was, “Don’t every speak first, because if you speak first, you lose.”

Tonya was a pillar in the community and devoted so much of her time to serving those around her. Her most notable accomplishment was building the legacy that is Bailey’s Pageants. She was even featured on TLC’s “Toddlers and Tiaras” multiple times during her career. She also was responsible for the production of local pageants such as Miss Shelby County, Watermelon Festival, Big Bass Splash, and the Little Miss Merry Christmas and Mr. Happy Holidays. She, along with her family, has been involved in pageants all her life. This was a way that Tonya enjoyed helping others find their inner and outer beauty and confidence. Lighting up the stage was fun but seeing a light shine bright within her pageant contestants was most rewarding for Tonya. She always went above and beyond what was expected of her in everything she set forth to do. 

Tonya treasured each and every moment spent working with and directing the pageants, but the most precious moment of her life was the day her granddaughter, Landree Grace was born. Tonya loved spending as much time with Landree as she could and wanted to make sure she had the best of everything. In her free time, Tonya found time to read, shop with her nieces and travel. Her favorite places to visit were the beach and most especially, New Orleans. 

Tonya radiated life everywhere she went. Her smile, her laugh and her love would brighten a room. She made a point to lift others up and to help them see their true value and worth. Her joy and passion for life overflowed onto all who were blessed to know her. Tonya was an inspiration to so many, especially during her battle with cancer. She fought valiantly every day with a smile. No matter how much pain she was in, she chose to live that day to its fullest. Tonya will be dearly missed, but her beautiful legacy will live on in the innumerable lives she has positively impacted over the years. 

Tonya is survived by:
Her beloved husband of 25 years, Todd Bailey of Center

Son: James Tyler Bailey of Center

Granddaughter: Landree Grace Hagler of Center

Mother: Lila Akin and husband, Ron Skidmore of Center

Sisters:
Shelia Burch Kerns and husband, Jeff of Bowie, Maryland
Tammy Williams and husband, Jimbo of Hemphill

Mother-in-law: Yvonne Hull and husband, Gerald of Bridge City

Father-in-law: James A Bailey of Port Arthur

Sisters-in-law: 
Sharene Bailey of Port Neches
Krista Bailey Clark of Lafayette, Louisiana

Brother-in-law: Vance Lachausse of Nederland

Grandfather-in-law: Jesse Howard Johnson of Jasper

Nieces and Nephews:
Kristie Hooks and husband, Michael
Anthony Burch and fiancé, Samantha
Ashley Simmons Newton and fiancé, Nick Hughes 
Mikeal Titman
Michelle Miller and husband, Joe
Jeremy Williams and wife, Brittany
Joshua Scully and wife, Courtney
Justin Scully and fiancé, Cara
Jacob Scully and wife, Lauren
Kaleb Clark and fiancé, Mackenzie
Kendall Clark

Great Nieces and Great Nephews:
Jacee, Lanie, Haley and Hunter Hooks
Bryson Burch
Mackenzie Simmons and Fisher Bright
Gabe and Scarlett Titman
Hannah, Piper and Eli Miller
Jediah Williams
Kane Clark

Numerous other cousins, relatives and friends. 

She is preceded in death by her fathers, Gene Simmons and Harry Akin; brother, Daniel Eugene Simmons; and her grandparents.

If you would like to make a donation in memory of Tonya, she requested they benefit her granddaughter, Landree Grace Hagler’s, future college education. There is a trust fund at Shelby Savings Bank where donations can be made. 

Donations can also be made toward a scholarship being established at Center High School in memory of Tonya. For more information, you may contact Shelia Burch Kerns.

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.

06/30/2018

Glenn E. Brittain, 67, of Carthage, Texas passed away on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 in Houston, Texas.  He was born July 1, 1950 in Timpson, Texas to Paul and Mary Brittain.

Glenn was a resident of Carthage since 2011and was formerly from Timpson, Hitchcock, Mesquite, Santa Fe and La Marque.  He was a graduate from La Marque High School Class of 1969.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Kim, grandson Michael Gage, mother and father-in-law Sylvia and Jerry Stevens. 

Glenn is survived by:
His wife of 22 years, Judy S. Brittain

Son: Burt

Grands:
Jessica
Calton

Daughter: Laurie Brittain

Grands:
Trace
Hailey Hemphill

Estranged son: Jake Brittain

Grands:
Cole
Emmi

Two great-grands:
Gage
Michael

Two sisters: 
Sue Schultz
Robin Reed and husband Jimmy and his brother Joe Brittain and wife Tracye

Sister-in-law: Susie Brittain

Many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Glenn loved family, fishing, and turning Red Neck Jokes into East Texas Jokes.  In Santa Fe he was active in girls softball, and was affectionately referred to as “Mr. Mom.” His best summers were spent with grands during summer break in Timpson, where they fished, gardened, learned to care for chickens, rabbits, make pickles, pick peaches, make cobblers, make homemade ice cream and how to make some of Grandma Brittain’s recipes.

Glenn’s wishes are to be cremated and ashes “sprinkled in places that were precious to him. He asked that you remember him smiling, happy and in good health. A Remembrance of Life Evening will be held at a later date.

Services are under the directions of James Crowder Funeral Home, La Marque, Texas.

06/29/2018

People Funeral Home and Hicks Mortuary are announcing funeral service for Ms. Lauren Garrett (34) of Ft. Worth.  Funeral services are Saturday, June 30, 2018 at Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Denton, Texas at 11:00am.  Pastor Curtis Himes will be officiating.  
Lauren was preceded in death by one daughter, Rylee Pegross.
 
Lauren’s survivors are:

1 Daughter:  Sky Johnson of Ft. Worth, Texas

Mother:  Feleshia Hines Cochran of Ft. Worth, Texas  

Father:  Lawrence Cochran of The Colony, Texas  

Sister:  Shanna Cochran of Arlington, Texas
 
Services are under the direction of Peoples Funeral Home in Denton, Texas.

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