Obituaries
07/25/2018
Jane Cooper, 77, of Center, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2018, in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, July 26, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 27, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Nathan Cox and Bro. Gene Walker officiating. Interment will follow at Powdrill Cemetery in Shelby County.
Mrs. Cooper was born November 18, 1940, in Center, to Bob Powdrill and Laura Ballard Powdrill. She enjoyed her work at Center ISD and also enjoyed spending time with family. Mrs. Cooper was a member of Northside Church of Christ.
She is survived by
Children:
Robert Cooper of Center
Tanya Williams and husband, Stephen, of Center
Brenda Acuna
Grandchildren:
Shane Cooper and wife, Chasity, of Center
Shannon Cooper and wife, Christee, of Joaquin
Ryley Cooper of Junction
Hannah Cooper of Junction
Sawyer Williams of Center
Sydney Williams of Center
Kevin Acuna and wife, Sarah, of Garrison
Tabitha Cooper and husband, Vic, of Shelbyville
Great-Grandchildren:
Laney Cooper
Kaden Nance
Lexi Cooper
Mason Acuna
A host of other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Husband: Billy Cooper
Parents: Bob Powdrill and Laura Ballard Powdrill
Sisters: Billie Tillotson, Marie Smith, Robbie Hart, Francis LeGrone, Johnnie Weeks, Martha Crippen
Brothers: Howell Powdrill, Robert Powdrill
Grandchild: Skylar Williams
Daughter-in-law: Linda Brittan
Pallbearers will be Kevin Acuna, Jack Nichols, Mike Baldwin, Chester Dawson, Cecil Chessher and Laura Walker. Honorary pallbearers will be Scotty Baldwin, Gene Walker, Alan Penick, Tedd Holt and Rick Foehner.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Catherine Pinkston Scholarship Fund in Mrs. Cooper’s honor.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/25/2018
Juanita Norris, 91, of Joaquin, entered into rest Tuesday, July 24, 2018.
Visitation will be held 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, July 27, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 28, 2018, at First Baptist Church in Tenaha with Bro. Timothy Roberson officiating. Interment will follow at Tetter Cemetery at 3:00 p.m., in Humble.
Mrs. Norris was born October 7, 1926, in the Tennessee Community of Shelby County, to Walter B. Thompson and Audrey Spurlock Thompson. She enjoyed spending time with and taking care of her family. She was a member of Grace Baldwin Sunday School Class at First Baptist Church in Tenaha, the ladies sewing ministry and also involved with meals of love. She always looked forward to spending time with her girls packing boxes for Operation Christmas Child and making memories with her family at the Party Barn.
She is survived by
Children:
Dolores Walker and husband, Lynn
Debbie Spurlock and husband, David
Kelley Roberson and husband, Chip
Judy Bardwell and husband, L.W.
Grandchildren:
Chris Norris and wife, Heather
Rocky Norris
Phil Walker and wife, Jamie
Pam Walker
Patrick Walker
Jaime Krametbauer and husband, Joseph
Erin Torres and husband, Luis
Adrean Seaborn and husband, Miles, IV
Timothy Roberson and wife, Nicole
Will Bardwell and wife, Chelsea
Anna Bardwell
Great-Grandchildren:
Brittany Bourn and husband, Jacoby
Alyssa Norris
Samantha Trammell
Nicholas Norris
Sadie Walker
Tripp Walker
Jaxon Krametbauer
Madix Krametbauer
Dax Krametbauer
Rhett Torres
Audrey Seaborn
Miles Seaborn, V
Ava Seaborn
Julia Roberson
Cline Roberson
Ella Rose Roberson
Great-Granddaughter: Preslee Bourn
Sister: JoNell Barnes
Sisters-in-law:
Faye Thompson
Lillie Thompson Townsend
Nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Preceded in death by
Husband: William Raymond Norris, Sr.
Sons: William Raymond Norris, Jr., Wayne Robert Norris
Great Grandson: William Zachary Norris
Parents: Walter B. Thompson and Audrey Spurlock Thompson
Brothers: Cline Thompson, Harold Thompson
Pallbearers will be Chris Norris, Rocky Norris, Phil Walker, Patrick Walker, Timothy Roberson and Will Bardwell. Honorary pallbearers will be her great grandsons.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First Baptist Church Operation Christmas Child, PO Box 159, Tenaha, Texas 75974.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
07/25/2018
Benny Ray Bragg, Sr., 82, of Shelbyville, Texas passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at his residence.
Benny Ray was born May 1, 1936 in Hemphill, Texas to Chester Lee Bragg and Addie Byrl White Bragg. He was a lifetime resident of Sabine County and a member of Rosevine Church of God. He was a fishing guide on Toledo Bend Lake mainly out of Holly Park Marina. He liked carpentry and building and he loved to deer hunt.
Benny is survived by:
His wife: Barbara Bragg of Shelbyville, Texas
Sons:
Benny Ray Bragg, Jr. and wife, Patricia, of Many, Louisiana
Marcus Paul Bragg and wife, Mary, of Mesa, Arizona
Daughters:
Shelia Gail Hall and husband, Gary, of Shelbyville, Texas
Sherri Jo Dover and husband, Dennis, also of Shelbyville
Shirley Ann Cahanin of Many, Louisiana
Trina Carol Banaszak and husband, Augustus, of Little Rock, Arkansas
Sisters:
Paula June Britt and Julie Ann Huff and husband, Dale, all of Milam, Texas
Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at Starr Funeral Home, 510 Starr Street, Hemphill, Texas.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 26, 2018 in Meador Cemetery, Milam, Texas with Bro. Floyd Wright officiating.
Serving as pallbearers are Dennis Dover, Gary Hall, Augustus Banaszak, Daniel Hall, Jason Williams, Kaleb Campbell, and Jordon Williams.
Online book signing and condolences can be made at starrfuneralhome.com.
07/24/2018
Dorothy Jane Lee was born on March 2, 1930 in Wells, Texas, the daughter of Authur and Ruthie McKinnon Wesley. She was raised in East Texas where she learned valuable lessons and life skills from hardworking family members.
Dorothy lost her parents at an early age, therefore, had extended family that raised her and loved her throughout her life. She learned to be an independent and loving lady who always put family first. Her time as a child was spent in the cotton field and surrounded by those whom she loved. She learned to sew, quilt, and cook. Her skills at all of these only advanced with time. She loved to cook and was best known for her chocolate pie (of which she never shared her secrets) and her old fashioned tea cakes and syrup cookies.
She married a fine gentleman, F.G. Lee and the two made wonderful memories together until his passing in 1982. They raised their children with the same great values that she was taught. Dorothy honed in on her sewing skills when she became a mother, as she made beautiful clothes for all her children and grandchildren.
The kids’ favorite memories of their Mamma include playing “Red Rover Ball” and watching their mamma jump rope, along with playing other childhood games. She had a great passion for dancing and country music. She was dancing up until her last days here, as she two-stepped with her grandsons as often as she was able. She was a very devoted, kind, and loving lady and will be missed by everyone who knew and loved her.
Dorothy is survived by:
Her sons:
Ellis W. Lee of Lufkin
Royce Lee of Shelbyville
Daughters:
Barbara Hill of Huntington
Virginia Davis & husband, Richard of Shelbyville
11 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren; and a host of other family members and loving friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, F.G. Lee; parents, Authur and Ruthie McKinnon; son, Joe Lee; brothers, Shirley Wesley, James Wesley, and Charles Wesley; grandchildren, Jonathan Luce, Damon Scott Luce, and Jonathan James Morales.
Pallbearers will be Ellis Lee, Royce Lee, Michael “Mike” Reese, Steven Winski, Jim Sumrall, and Nunley “Bubba” Russell.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home. To convey condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net
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
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