Obituaries
06/16/2018
Carl “Old Timer” Emerson, 68, of Logansport, Louisiana, passed away Friday, June 15, 2018, in Logansport.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, June 18, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Jeff Spring officiating. Interment will follow at O.E. Price Cemetery in Logansport, Louisiana.
Mr. Emerson was born February 14, 1950, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Dudleigh Welton Emerson and Lois Clara Smith Emerson. He graduated high school in 1969. From May 18, 1970 until May 19, 1978, Mr. Emerson served in the United States Navy. He later joined the United States Army National Guard. Mr. Emerson was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing and camping. His favorite times were those spent with his family.
He is survived by:
Sons:
Vernon Emerson of Washington
William Emerson and wife, Darlene, of Center, Texas
Shelby Emerson and wife, Faith, of Stanley, Louisiana
Daughters:
Aletha Samson of Guam
Keisha Byrd and fiancé, Mike Stephens, of Joaquin, Texas
Shaunda Byrd and husband, Dusten, of Joaquin, Texas
Grandchildren:
Skylar Harvey
Mason Byrd
Lucas Byrd
Wrangler Emerson
Jessie Triana Emerson
Peyton Alford
Valerie Alford
Kamden Emerson
Rechelene Reyes
Reyenaldo Emerson
Kameron Emerson
Kayarra Emerson
Drayven Emerson
Waihett Emerson
Jarrett “JJ” Emerson
Jonavin Emerson
Bobbie Samson
AJ – Andrew Samson
Jake Dean Samson
Marina Davis
Kinder Nunley
Morgan Lovett
5 Great Grandchildren
Brother: Johnnie L. Emerson and wife, Ida Mae
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other family
Special Friend: Hugh Chapman and family
A host of other friends
Preceded in death by
Daughter-in-law: Bernice Emerson
Granddaughter: Annabella Byrd
Parents: Dudleigh Wilton Emerson and Lois Clara Smith Emerson
Sister: Johnnie Brown
Brother-in-law: O.J. Sonny Brown
Pallbearers will be Mike Stephens, Bryant Chapman, Cole Chapman, Brandon Byrd, Vernon Emerson and William Emerson. Honorary pallbearers will be Hugh Chapman, Shelby Emerson and Dusten Byrd.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/14/2018
Artist “Randy” Cogburn, 68, of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Center.
Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 17, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Sister Melba Rodgers officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Mr. Cogburn was born April 8, 1950, in Center, to Artist Ray Cogburn and Mable Rodgers Cogburn. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by
Wife: Barbara Cogburn of Joaquin, Texas
Children:
Clinton Cogburn and Laura Baker of Beaumont, Texas
Ashley Rambin and husband, Tyler, of Joaquin, Texas
Eric Cogburn and wife, Amber, of Edmond, Oklahoma
Grandchildren:
Emily Baker
Wyatt Baker
Eli Haynes
Sophia Rambin
Harrison Rambin
Jayden Ashlock
Kian Cogburn
Sisters and Brothers:
Jerry Cogburn Spitvnagle of Shreveport, Louisiana
Kenneth Cogburn and wife, Nancy, of Lafayette, Louisiana
Vicky Cogburn Ruthven and husband, John, of Zavala, Texas
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Artist Ray Cogburn and Mable Rodgers Cogburn
Brother: James Ray Cogburn
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/14/2018
James A. Moore, 73, of Timpson, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Timpson.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, June 15, 2018, at Windham Civic Center in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 16, 2018, at Windham Civic Center in Center with Bro. Ronnie Sowell officiating. Interment will follow at Blair Cemetery in Timpson.
Mr. Moore was born September 28, 1944, in Rusk County, to James “Pete” Carney Moore and Jessie Fryman Moore. He retired from The Texas Department of Public Safety. Mr. Moore was a member of the Texas State Trooper’s Association and Good Hope Baptist Church. His hobbies included fishing and hunting with family and being outdoors with his dogs.
He is survived by
Wife: Joyce Moore of Timpson
Children:
Christy Moore of Michigan
Jerrald Moore of Nacogdoches
Terrie Elliott and husband, James, of Center
Mary Moore and Blake Pritchard of Dallas
James M. Moore and wife, Stephanie, of Timpson
Grandchildren:
Christopher Wiggs
Kristin Moore
Hannah Hillier
Skye Hillier
Zachary Hutchins
Kailie Moore
Liza Kay
Kamryn Moore
Emilee Elliott
Great-Grandchildren:
Eli Hutchins
Piper Moore
Kase Kay
Maddix Wilson
Sillow Sadler
Sisters-in-law:
Samantha Sammons of Timpson
Janan Ross of Center
Aunt: Joan Baldwin and husband, Mike, of Center
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: James “Pete” Carney Moore and Jessie Fryman Moore
Brother: Charles Moore
Sister: Rosalee Dempsey
A special thank you to Cecilia Dolen, Keisha Curtis, Terry Mayberry and all other Heart to Heart Hospice Staff for their compassionate care.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to ALS Association Texas Chapter at www.alstexas.org
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/13/2018
Margie Faye Strong, 85, of Center, Texas passed away on June 12, 2018 in Center. She was born on October 27, 1932 in the Aiken Community in Center to George Holder and Clara Stewart Holder. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 15, 2018 at Mangum Funeral Home with Bro. Travis Lee and Bro. Robert Strong officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Thursday, June 14, 2018 at Mangum Funeral Home.
Margie grew up in the Waterman Community. While she was working at Old Hailey Motel, she met Billy Tom Strong. On October 21, 1958, the two were joined in marriage and spent the next 50 years by one another’s side until Billy’s passing in 2008. Margie was a devoted and caring wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed sewing, cooking and crafting. More than anything, Margie loved the time she got to spend with her children and grandchildren. She had a special friend in her canine companion, Peanut. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Center.
Margie is survived by her son, Bobby Strong and wife, Rebecca; daughters, Irene Vaughn and husband, Glynn and Billie Bright; grandchildren, Travis Lee, Michelle Clark, Thomas Lee, B.J. Bright, Frankie Bright, Bobby Tom “Buddy” Strong, Jr. and Robert Strong; twenty-two great-grandchildren and numerous other family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Billy Tom Strong; parents, George and Clara Holder and brother, James “Buck” Wiley Holder.
Pallbearers will be Travis Lee, Robert Strong, B.J. Bright, Frankie Bright, Thomas Lee, Buddy Strong and Keith Clark.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home of Center, Texas. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
06/11/2018
Mae Ella Moore, age 77 of East Liberty Community, passed away Friday evening, June 8, 2018 at the Center Emergency Room.
Visitation is Thursday, June 14, 2018 from 11am until 6pm at Community Funeral Home Chapel of Center, Texas. Funeral service is Friday, June 15th at 11am at East Liberty Baptist Church in the East Liberty Community.
Interment will follow at Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville, Texas with Pastor Steven G. Stanley officiating.
Mrs. Mae Ella Moore is survived by:
Son: Willie (Gloria) McCowin of Detroit, Michigan
Daughter: Sharon (Johnny) Anthony of Center, Texas
4 Grandchildren
8 great-grandchildren
Sisters:
Mae Alice (Charles) Walker of Center, Texas
Rose Ella (Jesse) McDaniel of Nacogdoches, Texas
Brother: Charles (Vinita) White of Center, Texas
Funeral services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas
06/11/2018
Louis Glenn Ballard, Sr., 67, of Center, Texas, passed away June 8, 2018.
Memorial services will be held Friday, June 15, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. in the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Steve Waldrep officiating.
Mr. Ballard was born November 25, 1950 in Center, Texas to parents, Lahamie and Lola (Lafitte) Ballard, and passed away June 8, 2018 in Houston, Texas. Louis proudly served his country in the United States Army. Later he worked for Union Pacific Railroad where retired after 38 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Larry Ballard and great-granddaughter, Emiyah.
He is survived by his daughter, Catherine Ballard of Houston, Texas; son, Louis Glenn Ballard, Jr. and daughter-in-law, Cheryl Ballard of Conroe, Texas; granddaughters, Kaitlynn, Tori-Lynn, Maci Ryan and Lea Ashton; great-grandchildren, Lola Grace, Farah Lynn, Cash Louis, Railynn, Olivia Katherine and Gavin along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com
06/11/2018
Jeff Burris, 53, of Carthage, formerly of Center, passed away Saturday, June 9, 2018, in Tyler.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, June 11, 2018, at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha with Bro. Wayne Jones officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center, beginning at 11:30 a.m.
Mr. Burris was born November 24, 1964, in Center, to Harley J. Burris and Jenell Peace Burris. His hobbies included gardening and making music. He loved his Carthage Bulldogs. Mr. Burris was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by
Wife: Gena Burris of Carthage
Son: Michael Burris of Deadwood
Sister: Tina McGuffin of Henderson
Stepson: Corey Bragg of Huxley
Niece: LaRee Rodriguez of College Station
Preceded in death by
Parents: Harley J. Burris and Jenell Peace Burris
Pallbearers will be Michael Burris, Billy Clendening, Sean Dupre, Pete Frediu, John Shofner and Mike Davis. Honorary pallbearers will be Cody Davis, Victor Shofner and Mike Floyd.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/08/2018
Lloyd Benjamin “Ben” Goolsby, 87, of Timpson, Texas entered into glory on June 8, 2018 at his home in the Tennessee Community surrounded by his loved ones. Ben was born on December 20, 1930, in Shelby County Texas to Lloyd Bertram Goolsby and Susie (Childs) Goolsby. Services will be held Monday, June 11, 2018 at 2pm at First Baptist Church, Timpson, Texas with Bro. William Dee Daniel, Bro. Richard Jones, and Dr. Russell Marshall officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service from noon until 2pm at First Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson, Texas.
Ben graduated from Timpson High School in 1949 and enrolled in Stephen F. Austin State College in the fall. While in Nacogdoches, he met Claudia and they were married July 14th, 1951. They moved to Lufkin where Ben began working for Lufkin Foundry. In 1952 he was drafted into the United States Army, serving 14 months in the Korean War. After serving his country Ben reenrolled at SFA, graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree and started teaching in Silsbee, Texas. In 1968 he earned his Master’s degree in Educational Administration and became principal in Hardin then Sulphur Springs before finishing a 36 year career in education as the elementary and junior high principal in Timpson. Other than his Lord and his family, Ben loved nothing more than his farm. An educator by profession, his true calling was that of a farmer and gardener. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend.
Ben was a member of the First Baptist Church of Timpson where he served as a deacon, taught Sunday School and held numerous leadership positions throughout the years. He was also chairman of the Tennessee Rural Water Supply for 30 years, served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Timpson Public Library, and volunteered as a bell ringer for the Salvation Army.
He is survived by:
His loving wife and best friend of 66 years, Claudia Goolsby of Timpson, Texas
Daughter: Tammye Marshall and husband Russell of Mabank, Texas
Son: Mark Goolsby of Timpson, Texas
Brother: J.B. Goolsby and wife Dixie of Bryan, Texas
Grandchildren:
Jordan Costlow and husband Zach of Ft. Worth, Texas
Griffin Marshall and Mitzi Pyle of Midland, Texas
Landon Marshall of Denver, Colorado
Alden Marshall of Mabank, Texas
Countless friends and loved ones that will miss him dearly
Ben is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Thelma Mathis, Selma Cowan, Nora Rice; and great-grand-daughter, Hannah Costlow.
In lieu of flowers, family requests that memorial donations be made to First Baptist Church, P O Box 488, Timpson, Texas 75975 or visit http://www.timpsonfbc.com/page/givingdonations
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.
06/08/2018
Susan Fountain, 65, of Center, Texas, passed away on June 8, 2018 in Nacogdoches. She was born on April 28, 1953 in Center to Granviille Waller and Luna Parker McSwain Waller. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 11, 2018 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Old Salem Cemetery.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday, June 10, 2018 at Mangum Funeral Home.
Susan grew up in Center and attended Center schools. She graduated from CHS as a part of the class of 1971. After high school, she attended Massey Business College in Nacogdoches where she earned a secretarial certificate and met the love of her life, Larry Fountain. Susan and Larry married on February 25, 1972 in Center and spent the next 46 years together. Susan was very committed to her husband and children. Later in life, she decided to pursue a lifelong dream of hers and returned to college to further her education. She attended Panola College and then moved onto Stephen F. Austin State University where she graduated in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. Susan retired from Center ISD in May 2017 after 27 years of service with the district. Susan touched the lives of many children. She treated all children equally and valued each one as a special individual. Susan enjoyed the fellowship with her church family at Old Salem Missionary Baptist Church until her health no longer allowed her to attend.
Susan is survived by her husband of 46 years, Larry Fountain; children, Lori Ford and husband, Phillip of Center, Nancy Hall and husband, Daniel of Timpson, Sarah Knowlton and husband, Ken of Blanchard, Idaho, and Stephen Fountain and wife, Sheila of Center; grandchildren, Delaina Truitt, Alexis Truitt, Jacob Lang, Kate Ford, James Larry Ford, Madison Hall and Cassie Hall; sisters, Carolyn Denby of Florida and Bert Amburn of Center; brothers, Jessie Waller of Center and Aaron Waller of Center; sisters-in-law, Glenda Waller of Center and Deborah Waller of Center; brothers-in law and sisters-in-law, Carol Cook and husband, Jerry of Conroe, Eddie Fountain and wife, Anna of Nacogdoches and Gary Fountain of Center.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Granville and Luna Waller; father in law and mother in law, Bill and Lessie Fountain; brothers, Jerry Waller, Earl Waller, Harvey Waller, Calvin Waller, Alton Waller and Bill Waller; and sister, Wanda Waller.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home in Center. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net
06/05/2018
Funeral services for Mr. Lynn Cooper, 65, of Lake Murvaul will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at the Hawthorn Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Matt Comer officiating. Burial will follow in the Odd Fellows Cemetery under the direction of Hawthorn Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will be 10-11:00 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.
Mr. Lynn Meredith Cooper was born September 16, 1952 in Longview, Texas to V.M. “Pete” and Billie Sue Ballenger Cooper and went to his heavenly home on June 2, 2018 in Carthage. Mr. Cooper was raised and schooled in Longview and graduated from Longview High School with the class of 1970. He then furthered his education at Stephen F. Austin State University and graduated in 1974 with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Music. Lynn married Kathy Price on August 14, 1999 and together they celebrated 18 years. Mr. Cooper worked for over 41 years as a band director in Sabine, Longview, Carthage, Center and Joaquin. He was a member of the Sounds of Swing where he played the saxophone. Lynn loved fishing, hunting, gardening and spending time with family and friends who were very important to him. Mr. Cooper was preceded in death by his father and his grandparents.
Lynn is survived by:
His loving wife: Kathy Cooper of Lake Murvaul
Mother: Billie Sue Cooper of Longview
Brother: Billy Ray Cooper and wife Terri of Garrison
Sister: Connie L. Cooper of Longview
Nephews:
Clayton Allen Cooper
Cody Dwight Cooper
Niece: Shelby Rae Fuller
Great-niece and nephew:
Emily Rae Fuller and Cayson Philip Cooper.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the charity of your choice.
An online guestbook may be signed at www.hawthornfuneralhome.com.
06/04/2018
Janie Sue (Anderson) Sonier, 73, of Spring, Texas, formerly of Timpson, Texas passed away on June 2, 2018 in Spring, Texas. She was born September 17, 1944 in Houston, Texas to William Turner and Pauline (Bennett) Anderson. Funeral service will be held Saturday June 9, 2018 at 1PM at Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, Texas. Interment will follow in Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Timpson, Texas
Granny passed away right before sunrise on June 2, 2018 after a hard fought battle with cancer. She loved her family and cherished every moment spent with them. She will be missed and was deeply loved by by anyone who met her beautiful warm loving heart.
She is survived by:
Daughter, Debra Glover Marek of Houston, Texas
Grandchildren:
Robyn Shuford and husband Troy of New Caney, Texas
Ryan Stavinoha and wife Crystal of Spring, Texas
Randy Stavinoha and wife Emily of Houston, Texas
Rebecca Stavinoha of Houston, Texas
Great-grandchildren: Alexis, Taylor, Trystan, TJ, Lindsey, Aubrey, Rylee, Landon, Scarlett, Savannah
Sister-in-law, Barbara Anderson
Nieces:
Jackie Anderson and husband Paul
Sherlyn Shotwell and husband Charles
Numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Janie is preceded in death by her husbands, Howard “Pete” Lee Glover, Alexander M. Sonier; and brother, Billy Joe Anderson.
In lieu of flowers, family requests that memorial donations be made to the Amercian Cancer Society, P O Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK, 73123. https://www.cancer.org/
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.
06/04/2018
Paul Jackson Jr., 81, of Joaquin, passed away Sunday, June 3, 2018, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, June 4, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Randall Smith of Paxton United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery in Joaquin.
Mr. Jackson was born May 22, 1937, in Shelbyville, to Paul Allan Jackson Sr. and Annie Ruth Stevens Jackson. He retired from the US Marine Corps and was a member of VFW Post 8904 for twenty years. His hobbies included hunting, travelling, and spending time with his family.
He is survived by
Wife: Carolyn Jackson of Joaquin, Texas
Children:
David Jackson and spouse, Glen, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Vicki Goings of Jacksonville, North Carolina
Patti Soto of Jasper, Indiana
Terri Nugent and husband, Robert, of Joaquin, Texas
Grandchildren:
Kerri Allan and Aaron Allen of Portland, Oregon
Jayme Durham and husband, Dexter, of Timpson, Texas
Michelle Essex of Ponca City, Oklahoma
Lauren Gaddy of Joaquin, Texas
Cpl. Ryan Hanks of Camp LeJeune, North Carolina
Great-Grandchildren:
Alandria Gentry
Trey Davis
Brianna Hickman
Santino Perez
Amiyah Soto
Tyler Lane
Destinee Morris
Kadence Morris
Sophia Fearnow
Isabel Soto
Kiersten Richards
Scarlett Sumstine
Great-Great-Granddaughter: Kourtlynn Gentry
Siblings:
Dan Jackson of Springhill, Louisiana
James Jackson of Tenaha, Texas
Judith Adams and husband, Hollie, of Tenaha
Sheila Wiggins and husband, Chuck, of Shreveport, Louisiana
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Grandchildren: Shane Essex, Jeremy Essex, Daryl Essex, Randy Essex, Ramon Soto, Addison Perez
Great Grandsons: Ramon Soto Jr., Bradley Kent Richards
Parents: Paul and Annie Ruth Jackson
Brother: Raymond Jackson
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 6675-8517, 877.832.6997, https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate, and Parkinson’s Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, Florida 33131, http://www.parkinson.org.
Pallbearers will be Erick Wiggins, Jonathan Eubanks, Joe Adams, Kevin Blackmon, Randy Jackson and Raymond Jackson.
The family would wish to thank The Veterans Administration, Nacogdoches Medical Center and Holiday Nursing Facility. They appreciate the staff and their invaluable assistance in our time of grief.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
06/04/2018
Ronnie Louis Mora, 53, of Nacogdoches, passed away Saturday, June 2, 2018, at his residence.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 6, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Dale Morton officiating. Interment will follow at Short Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Mr. Mora was born January 22, 1965, in Dallas, to Edward D. Mora and Marie Robinson Mora. He enjoyed working on his hot rods and spending time with his family. Mr. Mora was a member of New Life Christian Fellowship in Nacogdoches. He was a hardworking and devoted son, husband, father and pappy.
He is survived by
Wife: Mona Mora of Nacogdoches
Sons:
Jordan Louis Mora and wife, Mackenzie, of Nacogdoches
Jaron Kane Mora of Nacogdoches
Grandchildren:
Jaxson Louis Mora
Taylor Grace Mora
Parents: Edward D. Mora and Marie Robinson Mora
Brothers:
Jerry Mora of Pasadena
Gary Mora of Center
Mother-in-law: Pat Evans
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Son: Jarrod Wayne Mora
Brother: Greg Mora
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to New Life Christian Fellowship, 289 CR 2093, Nacogdoches, Texas 75965.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
06/04/2018
Billy Joe Richards, 88, of Tenaha, passed away Sunday, June 3, 2018, in Center.
Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at Enterprise Cemetery in Tenaha with Bro. Chuck Horton officiating.
Mr. Richards was born September 24, 1929, in Shelby County, to Martin L. Richards and Reable K. Richards. He proudly served in the United States Army.
He is survived by
Wife: Annie Ruth Richards of Tenaha
Children:
Edward Richards of Tenaha
Tracy Barr and husband, Steve, of Center
Martha Shelton of Joaquin
Billie Pritchett of Joaquin
Marty Pierce of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Michelle Whiteside and husband, Darrell, of Center
Randall Pritchett and wife, Heidi, of Joaquin
Matthew Shelton and wife, Kim, of Chireno
Chad Barr and wife, Darby, of Center
Osha Myers and husband, Danny, of Joaquin
Jared Richards of Tenaha
Ashely Weir and husband, John, of Joaquin
16 Great-Grandchildren
3 Great-Great-Grandchildren
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Daughter: Beverly Pierce
Great Granddaughter: Monica Shultice
Parents: Martin L. Richards and Reable K. Richards
Siblings: E.B. Richards, Jerry Richards, Helen Tyler, Bonnie Jean Richards
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
06/04/2018
Dana Ann Adams Fountain, 55, of Center, passed away Sunday, June 3, 2018, in Center, following a battle with cancer.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 6, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. R.B. Elumbaugh and Bro. Chet Brake officiating. Interment will follow at Spring Ridge Cemetery in San Augustine County, Texas. Visitation will be held prior to service time, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Dana was born February 11, 1963, in Center, to George Fane Adams and Effie Bernice Warr Adams. She was most known for her loving and giving heart as she ministered to her community by lending a helping hand to anyone she met. Her talents included mowing yards for the elderly, operating her bulldozer to assist neighbors with dirt work and tree removal, staying up and sitting nights with the sickly, cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping and delivery for her neighbors who were shut-ins. Dana was an avid gardener and followed the almanac to assure the most fruitful produce. She was an excellent hunter, loved fishing and spending time on the Attoyac. She processed her own sausage and wildlife meats. Nothing went to waste. Her little slice of peacefulness was her home place on Woodland Acres Lake. Near and dear to her heart was ministering and nurturing children, nieces, nephews and friend’s children. Gathering as many children as she could fit into a vehicle, she brought them to VBS to learn the love of Jesus. Her special bundle of joy was her daughter, Hanna Fountain, and her granddaughter, Kali Fountain. She will always hold a special place in our hearts. Dana was a member of VFW Post 8904 Ladies Auxiliary, West Shelby County VFD Ladies Auxiliary, and Mt. Herman Missionary Baptist Church.
She is survived by
Daughter: Hanna Fountain of Center and fiancé, Kurtis Cougler
Granddaughter: Kali Fountain of Center
Brothers:
Jerryl Adams and wife, Phyllis, of Center
Mike Adams and wife, Cathy, of Center
Steve Adams and wife, Jean, of Nacogdoches
Mark Adams of Center
Kip Adams and wife, Tracy, of Center
Sisters:
Wanda Noles and husband, Freddy, of Carthage
Jana Ivy and husband, Randy, of Nacogdoches
Sister-in-law: Jeanne Adams
Aunts and Uncles:
Jane Cupit and husband, Vernon, of Nacogdoches
Royce Warr and wife, Bonnie, of Pineland
Inez Davis of Lake Charles, Louisiana
Dale Warr and wife, Emily, of San Augustine
Special Friends:
Dr. Richard Baker and Ms. Connie
Bro. Chet Brake and wife, Sarah
Randy Givens
Ronnie and Tammy Davis
Shirley Gilliland
Rose Oliver
Dalene Swift
A host of other family and friends
Preceded in death by
Husband: Bert Fountain
Parents: George Fane Adams and Effie Bernice Warr Adams
Brothers: Randy Adams and Dean Adams
Grandparents: E.H. Warr and Nellie Mae Bridwell Warr, Dolphus Adams, Florence Smith Adams
Nephews: Timothy Fane Adams, Justin Mark Adams, Cord Fountain
Pallbearers will be Dean Adams, Jerryl Fane “Jr.” Adams, Michael Wayne Adams, Larry Berg, Heath Bragg, Ronnie Davis, Brent Ivy, Bryan Muckelroy and Marcus Steel. Honorary pallbearers will be Dale Warr, Dale Gene “Boudro” Warr and Royce Warr.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/31/2018
Robert E. Dixon, age 83 of Houston, passed away Sunday morning, May 27, 2018 in Houston.
Wake will be held Friday night from 6pm to 8m at Center Triumph Church, Center, Texas. Funeral service is Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 11am at Center Triumph Church. Interment is at Westview Cemetery in Center with Bishop Zep Swindle officiating.
State Presider Robert E. Dixon is survived by:
Wife, LaNor Dixon of Houston
Sons:
David E. Swindle Dixon of Nacogdoches
John Dixon of Lufkin
Roger D. Dixon of Dayton
Daughters:
Joyce Watkins of Nacogdoches
Mary Netherly of Center
9 Grandchildren, 24 Great-Grandchildren
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
05/31/2018
Dorothy Mae Polley, age 80 of the East Liberty Community, passed away Saturday, May 26, 2018 at her residence in East Liberty.
Wake is Friday, June 1 from 6pm until 8pm at Community Funeral Home Chapel, Center, Texas. Funeral service is Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 11am at Gates Chapel Baptist Church, Shelbyville, Texas. Interment is at Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville with Rev. Frankie Cooper officiating.
She is survived by:
Daughters:
Roberta Hoff of Dallas
Darlene Nana of Center
Regena Polley Egharevba of Dallas
Cynthia Kennedy of Dallas
Angelia Polley of Dallas
Son, Robert (Shelia) Polley of Texarkana, Texas
13 Grandchildren, 11 Great-Grandchildren
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
05/30/2018
Gae Heaberlin, age 88 of Longview, Texas died on May 28, 2018 in Longview Texas. Services will be held on June 2, 2018 at 10am in the Chapel of Rader Funeral Home in Longview. Burial will follow in Adams Cemetery in Shelbyville, Texas under the direction of Rader Funeral Home.
Gae was born on March 29, 1930 in Shelbyville, TX to the late Frank and Callie Goings. She retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. and was a member of Trinity Baptist Church of Lakeport.
Those left to cherish her memory are:
Daughter, Sandra Barnes and her partner Dennis Jakiela
Grandchildren: Ella Catherine Apgar and Jacob Daniel Apgar all residing in CT.
One sister and brother-in-law, Laverne and Butch Adams and niece Melba Lee all of Shelbyville, TX.
Numerous cousins and friends. She was dearly loved and will be missed by all who knew her.
She asked that memorial contributions be made to Trinity Baptist Church.
Services are under the direction of Rader Funeral Home of Longview.
05/28/2018
Bradley “P-Nut” Ard, 15, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, May 27, 2018, in Shelbyville.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, May 31, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 1, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Wes Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley.
Bradley was born December 19, 2002, in Center, to Tony Ard and Tonja Ard. He loved fishing and hunting.
He is survived by
Parents: Tony and Tonja Ard
Brothers:
Justin Inthavan and wife, Jennifer
Tyler Inthavan and Angela Liker
Eli Ard and Haley Risinger
Colton Spurlock
William Sox Stutts
William Christopher Stutts
Grandmothers:
Faye Ard
Faye Bridge
Numerous other relatives
Special Friend: Brittnie Risinger
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Grandfather: Thomas Ard
Brother: Michael Ard
Pallbearers will be William Christopher Stutts, William Sox Stutts, Trace Brittain, Jacob Jackson, David Amburn, Charlie Permenter, Shawn Cheshire and Devin Dade. Honorary pallbearers will be Dakota Bridge and Tori Babin.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/28/2018
Betty Jean “Erwin” Childress, 83, of Joaquin, passed away May 28, 2018, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 30, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Hiram Melton officiating. Interment will follow at Lone Cedar Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Mrs. Childress was born April 12, 1935, in Tenaha, to James Arthur Erwin and Ruby Emma Goolsby Erwin. She enjoyed reading, crafting, sewing, working in her flower beds, and operating HAM radios with her late husband. Mrs. Childress was a member of Lone Cedar Baptist Church.
She is survived by
Daughter: Cindy Jean Adams and husband, Robert, of Shreveport, Louisiana
Brother: Jack Erwin and wife, Alma, of Liberty, Texas
Sister-in-law: Irada Oates of Joaquin, Texas
Nieces and Nephews:
Glenn Oates of Joaquin
Nita and Ricky Lawrence
Sherry and Dennis Scruggs
Carter Erwin
Brad Erwin
Special friend and loving caregiver: Shirley Bledsoe of Joaquin, Texas
Numerous other cousins, great nieces and nephews, and other family members
Preceded in death by
Husband: James Emmett Childress
Parents: James Arthur Erwin and Ruby Emma Goolsby Erwin
Sister: Iris Woosley
Brothers: James Erwin, Paul Fredrick Erwin
Pallbearers will be Glenn Oates, Matthew Mettauer, Nathan Phelps, Dennis Scruggs, Mike Lawson, John Paul Lawson and Robert Adams.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lone Cedar Baptist Church or American Lung Association.
A special thank you to the staff of DeSoto Regional Family Medical Center of Logansport, Louisiana for their help and support to the family.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
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