Obituaries
09/20/2017
Minister Prentice Sanders, 58, of Center passed away Saturday in Houston.
A wake will be held Friday, September 22, 2017 from 6pm-8pm at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center, Tx.
Services will be held 11am Saturday, September 23, 2017 at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center, Tx.
Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Timpson, Tx. with Bishop Zep Swindle officiating.
Minister Prentice Sanders is survived by:
Wife: Alice Faye Garrett Sanders of Center, Tx.
Father: Bluford Telfire of Shelbyville, Tx.
Son: Samuel Sanders of Center, Tx.
Brother: Sam Sanders of Center, Tx.
Sisters:
Dorothy Mae Horton of Center, Tx.
Marie (Otis) Rebencil of Dallas, Tx.
Aunt: Pauline Cartwright of Shelbyville, Tx.
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
09/17/2017
Larry D. “Bubba” Byrnes, 64, of Center, passed away Sunday, September 17, 2017, at his residence.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 19, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 20, 2017, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Chuck Horton and Tim Roberts officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
His survivors include
Wife of 43 years: Mary Byrnes of Center
Sons:
Jonathan Byrnes of Center
Larry Joseph Byrnes of Center
Brother: Chris Byrnes and wife, Tina, of Center
Sister:
Pam Porter and husband, Russell, of Gary
Mother-in-law: Evelyn Sanford of Center
Brothers-in-law:
Dennis Crowley and wife, Stacie, of Huntsville
Charles Crowley of Center
Sisters-in-law:
JoBeth Kimbro and husband, Tom, of Center
JoAnn Dodson and husband, J.D., of Center
Aunts:
Loyce Watson of Center
Allorah Jo Byrnes of Denver, Colorado
Numerous cousins, friends and relatives
Special Friend: Amy Allen of Harbor Hospice
Sister: Scheli Holloway
Preceded in death by
Parents: C. M. “Larry” and Billye J. Watson Byrnes
Grandparents: Thomas D. and Minnie Watson, Clarence and Annie Faye Byrnes
Brother-in-law: Larry Danny Crowley
Sister-in-law: Lisa Scott Byrnes
Nephew: Clint Fenton
On November 4, 1952, Larry Douglas “Bubba” Byrnes started his life’s journey in Center, Texas. At 18 months of age, he contracted polio and was paralyzed from the waist down. His parents never allowed him to think of himself as disabled. With hard work and perseverance, he accomplished his goals of swimming, horseback riding, motorcycling, snow skiing, baseball and whatever he set his mind to do.
Bubba was a 1972 graduate of Center High School. He started Byrnes Dental Lab in Center after completing dental school. In 1974, he was accepted into the MD Anderson Maxillofacial Prosthetics. After completing, he went into the field of orthotics at Medical Center Brace in Houston. Bubba moved back to Center in 1981, where he became partners with his family in ventures such as owning and operating assisted living facilities and the JOI Ranch until his retirement.
For the past five years, Bubba, “Cowboy” as he was known, was a dedicated volunteer with the East Texas Motorcycles Enthusiasts Inc. in Chireno to contribute to Make A Wish Foundation. Cowboy loved this foundation because he always said, “It’s all about the kids.” He dearly loved his extended family and friends of ETME.
Pallbearers will be Trey Byrnes, Beau Buster Byrnes, Morgan Bailey, Stephen Kimbro, Adam Kimbro, Russ Porter, Patrick Porter, Keith Askew and Brian Smith.
A special thank you to Dr. Joseph Scarmado and his staff. Also, a very special thank you to Harbor Hospice.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/14/2017
Johnny Ray Shumway, 65, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on September 13, 2017 in Joaquin. He was born on March 16, 1952 in Houston, Texas to Emmitt Johnny Shumway and Francis Louise Pate Shumway. A private memorial will be held at a later date.
Johnny grew up in Conroe, Texas where he graduated from Conroe High School. After graduation, he moved to Florida where he remained for over twenty years working as a truck driver. Later, he moved back to Joaquin to be closer to family and friends in the area. Johnny’s favorite thing of all was spending time with his son. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching football. He also treasured the moments spent with his family.
Johnny is survived by his son, Johnny Ray Shumway, Jr. of Joaquin and his brother, Guy Shumway and wife, Debbie of Joaquin.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Emmitt Johnny Shumway and Francis Pate Shumway; brother, Lionel Shumway; and sisters LaQuida Shumway and Belinda Day.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
09/14/2017
Memorial services for Jeffrey Ryan Cosby will be held on September 16, 2017 at Carroway Funeral Home located at 2704 South John Redditt Drive in Lufkin. Family and friends will be accepted from 2pm until 4pm with services beginning at 4pm.
Jeffrey died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident which occurred on September 8, 2017 in Frisco, Texas where he resided.
Jeffrey is survived by:
Father: Larry W. Cosby of Center
Mother: Melissa Tyer of Frisco
Sister:
Heather Cosby and fiance Clayton of Arlington, TX.
Amy Cosby from Los Angeles, CA.
Jeffrey was a computer engineer after graduating from the University of Texas at Arlington.
Funeral services are under the direction of Carroway Funeral Home in Lufkin.
09/13/2017
Tucker David Dawson, infant son of Cody and Jessica Dawson, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2017, in Dallas.
Graveside service will be held at 2pm, Friday, September 15, 2017, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Bro. Ron Luman officiating.
Tucker was born September 11, 2017, in Nacogdoches.
He is survived by
Parents: Cody and Jessica Dawson of Center
Sister: Taegan Dawson of Center
Grandparents:
Charles and Jeanie “KoKo” Bridges of Center
Chester and Linda Dawson of Center
Great-Grandparents:
Linda Bridges of Tenaha
Donald Hataway of Tenaha
Karen Beard of Center
Tim and Mary Anderson of Center
Aunt: Lindsay Smith and husband, Eric, of Conroe
Preceded in death by
Great-Grandparents: Leon and Billie Livingston, J.W. Dawson, David Bridges
Great-Great-Grandparents: Billie and Rudy Youngblood, Willard Robison, James Bridges
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Tucker Dawson’s Medical Expenses Account at Shelby Savings Bank in Center.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/13/2017
Bertis Wells, 77 of San Augustine, passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2017 in San Augustine, Texas. He was born March 7, 1940 in Nacogdoches to Opal L. Wells and Lotis E. Marshall.
Funeral service is 11am Friday, September 15, 2017 at San Augustine County Cowboy Church with interment at Liberty Hill Cemetery, San Augustine County with Bro. Jim Moss officiating. Visitation is from 4pm until 7pm Thursday, September 14, 2017 at San Augustine County Cowboy Church.
He was a banker and business manager for investment properties.
He is survived by:
Wife, Joann Wells of San Augustine
Son, Jason Wells of Center
Daughters:
Jenna Wells Penick and husband, Martin of Nacogdoches
Paula Wells of Nacogdoches
Sister, Bonnie Wells Cruze of Nacogdoches
Stepdaughter, Joy Fox of Longview
Grandchildren: Brady Wells, Brandt Wells, Casey McDonald, Laura Bell, Leslie Van Dyke
Numerous other cousins, friends, and relatives
Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com. Arrangements under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas.
09/13/2017
Ms. Anita Darcell Reed, age 53, of San Augustine, Texas. Ms. Reed passed away on September 09, 2017 due to injuries received in a two vehicle accident on Highway 96 North of San Augustine, Texas.
Graveside service will be Saturday, September 16, 2017 2pm at Roberts Cemetery with Rev. Ardis Mosby officiating.
Survivors are:
Husband: Alvin Potak of San Augustine, TX
Mother: Evelyn Jones of Center, Texas
Brother: Bryant Jones of Center, Texas
Host of Aunts, Uncles, other relatives and friends.
09/12/2017
Lula Belle Nutter, 87, of Shelbyville, Texas passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2017 in Center, Texas. She was born on June 20, 1930 in Hico, West Virginia to Walter Lee Norman and Minnie Belle Carte Norman. Visitation will be held from 6pm to 8pm on Friday, September 15, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Lula was born and raised in Hico, West Virginia where she graduated from Hico High School. After graduation, Lula married Lyle Clifford “Buck” Nutter on February 24, 1950 and she made a life as a homemaker. Lula enjoyed leading a simple life, but one full of laughter and love. She knew her way around the kitchen and loved cooking. She also had a great time on trips to the casino. Most of all, Lula treasured the moments spent with her children and grandchildren.
Lula is survived by:
Sons:
Clifford Nutter and wife, Denise
Rick Nutter and wife, Jan
Daughters:
Cindy Tate and husband, Don
Bonnie Hawver and husband, Ken
Grandchildren:
David Ford and wife, Lien
Jeremy Ford and wife, Myra
Chane Stanley and wife, Janet
Janan Kent and husband, Eric
John Nutter and wife, Shareal
Brad Nutter and wife, Lori
Josh Hawver and wife, Katie
Brittany Bland and husband, Matt
Fifteen great-grandchildren
One great-great-grandchild.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Lyle Clifford “Buck” Nutter; her parents, Walter and Minnie Belle Norman; one son, Teddy Nutter; brothers, JC Norman, Lee “Shorty” Norman, Leonard Norman, Odie Norman, and Clinton “CC” Norman; and sisters Blaine Norman and Rachel Norman.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
09/12/2017
Myra Jean Smith, 68, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on September 5, 2017 in Center, Texas. She was born on July 26, 1949 in Kansas to George W. Brooks and Mildred Juanita Shawn Brooks. A private family memorial will be held at a later date.
Myra is survived by:
Husband, James Smith
Son, Michael Bryan
Daughter, Michelle Schumtz and husband, Rodney
Brother, George Brooks and wife, Wanda
Grandchildren: Patrick Schmutz and wife, Faith; Sarah Schmutz; Kayden Wilder; and Kamden Wilder.
She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Mildred Brooks and her brother, Larry Brooks.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
09/10/2017
Mozelle Lee Belsha Akins, 62, of Center, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2017, in Nacogdoches.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 13, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at New Hope Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 noon.
Mrs. Akins was born November 12, 1954, in Center, to Earl Erwin Belsha and Ruby Christine Pate Belsha. She was a member of Central Baptist Church in Center.
She is survived by
Children:
Michelle Lee and Anthony Parish of Center
Jerry Wayne Akins II of Center
Jeffery Michael Akins of Center
Jennifer Marie Akins and fiancé, John Willoughby, of Center
Grandchildren:
Enedina Akins
Maria Tavera
Jose Tavera
Haley Parish
Hannah Parish
Jerry Wayne Akins III
Bentley Stephen Akins
Timberly Faith Akins
Isabella Grace Akins
Chasity Cheshire
Colton Cheshire
Gracelyn Cheshire
Medilynn Cheshire
Brantlee Akins
Grayson Wayne Akins
Kylie Williams
Sisters and Brother:
Carolyn Moore of Waco
Vera Mae Nimitz and husband, Joe, of Hillister
Dianne Freeman of Mansfield, Louisiana
Nelda McCawley of Center
Charles Belsha of Center
Special Nieces:
Melinda Hughes
Angela Cuello
Special Nephew: Kenneth Wayne Hayes
Special Cousin: Ann Walker
Preceded in death by
Husband: Jerry Wayne Akins Sr.
Parents: Earl Erwin Belsha and Ruby Christine Pate Belsha
Brothers: Tommy Ray Belsha, Johnny Earl Belsha, Robert Adams
Pallbearers will be Jack Hughes Jr., Joseph Bartlett, Charles Belsha, Anthony Parish, William Jacobs, Kenneth Hayes and Billy Adams.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/07/2017
Juanita Faye Smith, 76, of Lone Oak, Texas, formerly a long-time resident of Huxley Bay, passed away on September 7, 2017 in McKinney. She was born on April 16, 1941 in Honolulu, Hawaii to James Alexander Burgess and Francis Maria Decoster Burgess. Funeral Services for Mrs. Smith will be at 1:00 PM on Monday, September 11, 2017 at Toledo Bend Cowboy Church in Huxley, Texas with Bro. Jeff Spring officiating. Interment will follow at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home in Center, Texas.
Juanita was born in Hawaii, but she also lived in Malvern, Arkansas and Lufkin, Texas growing up. She attended high school in Lufkin. One unforgettable day at the dry cleaners in Lufkin, Juanita met a gentleman named Ira Smith. As fate would have it, the two would fall in love and be joined together in marriage on December 19, 1958. They had a beautiful and lifelong marriage of forty-two years until Ira’s passing. She was currently residing in Lone Oak, Texas with her sister-in-law, Brenda Lindsey.
Juanita was known by many names: Mom, Aunt Nita, Mamma Juanita, and Momma Cita. Whatever the title, she always answered as she loved her family and friends. She enjoyed many activities and hobbies. She liked to crochet, watching hummingbirds, listening to good ole classic country music, crappie fishing, taking walks, playing Bingo, dancing, and loved working with her plants. When she was indoors, you’d find Juanita watching game shows which was one of her favorite types of entertainment. She especially liked Let’s Make a Deal, The Price is Right, and Family Feud. Juanita was also very active in volunteering and helping with the Huxley Bay Kids Fishing Tournament. She was a member of the Toledo Bend Cowboy Church.
Juanita is survived by:
Her children:
Doug Smith and wife, Debra of Willis, Texas
Ronnie Lynn Smith of Huxley, Texas
Judy Ann Curtis and husband, David of Canton, Texas
John Edward Smith and wife, Donna of Elysian Fields, Texas
Brother, Robert Burgess of Benton, Arkansas
Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren
She is preceded in death by her husband, Ira Smith; parents, James and Francis Burgess; and granddaughter, Theresa Smith.
Pallbearers for Mrs. Smith’s service will be Ronnie Smith, Jr., James Lungren, Christopher Smith, Colin Smith, Justin Smith, and Russell Lindsey. Honorary Pallbearers are Marcus Lindsey, David Curtis, Morgan Rawlinson, and Patrick Dickey.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Wimberly Cemetery, 11466 FM 2694, Shelbyville, Texas 75973.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
09/05/2017
Alfredia Cartwright, age 57, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday at Nacogdoches Medical Center.
Funeral service will be held at 1pm Saturday, September 9, 2017 at Triumph First Pentecostal Church of Shelbyville. Interment is at Bennett Chapel Cemetery Shelbyville with Bishop Zep Swindle officiating.
She is survived by:
Daughters:
Angela (Kendrick) Cartwright of Shelbyville
Cindy (Bryan) Cartwright of Shelbyville
5 Grandchildren
Sisters:
Gloria (James) Hewitt of Shelbyville
Esther Lynn Cartwright of Shelbyville
Alvina Cartwright of Shelbyville
Brothers:
Eddie Lee (Alisia) Robertson of Center
Michael (Tanya) Cartwright of Shelbyville
James Robert (Peggy) Cartwright of Shelbyville
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
09/05/2017
Lola Jackson Chumbley, 91, passed away August 16, 2017. She was born on April 6, 1926 to Webb and Lucille Kindle Jackson in the East Hamilton Community in Shelby County, Texas.
Services were scheduled for August 26, 2017, however, due to Hurricane Harvey funeral service was held September 2, 2017 at Abiding Faith Baptist Church, Missouri City, Texas. Interment was at Houston Memorial Gardens, Pearland, Texas with Pastor Bobby Morgan officiating.
She united with the East Hamilton Baptist Church at an early age and served faithfully in the choir, Sunday school, and as church secretary for many years until she relocated to Houston, Texas in 1989.
After searching for a church home, she found her church family at Abiding Faith Baptist under the leadership of Pastor Bobby Morgan . There she served faithfully in the gospel choir, Women of Faith, Young at Heart, Prayer Ministry and the Fitness Group until her health failed.
On December 18, 1948, she was united in Holy Matrimony to Mose Chumbley. To this union six children were born. She also raised Marvin and Charlie Chumbley as her sons.
She enjoyed being with family and friends and serving the Lord. She was always glad to be in the House of the Lord.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Mose Chumbley; both of her parents, Webb and Lucille Johnson; five brothers, Cleveland, Henderson, Sylvester, and Leo Jackson, and C.B. Polley; three sisters, Ollie Haley, Minnie B. Martin, and Revetta Sanders as well as her two step-sons, Marvin and Charlie Chumbley.
She leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Ella Johnson of Houston, Texas and Gloria Thompson (Walter) of Garland, Texas; four sons, Kenneth Chumbley (Pam) of Shelbyville, Texas, Elton Chumbley (Patricia) of Shelbyville, Davey Chumbley (Joyce) of Houston, and L.T. Chumbley (Betty) of Houston; grandchildren, Kendon Chumbley, Allison Davis (Lawrence), Laura Ross, Timothy Chumbley (Vida), Tiffany Thompson, Stephanie Garrett, Milton Garrett, Lance Chumbley, Lester Chumbley, Astria Simmons, Anthony Johnson, Gerald Johnson (Sophia), Rushie Johnson and others; a host of nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren, cousins, and friends; special friends, Queen Brinson of Shelbyville, Vernell Hicks of Center, Lou Ester Byndom of Center, and Eunice Johnson of Houston. She will be remembered for her love of God and her church family who always make sure she had a ride.
Pallbearers: Anthony Johnson, Gerald Johnson, Kendon Chumbley, Tim Chumbley, Marq Thompson, and Lawrence Davis
Final arrangements were entrusted to Grimes Funeral Home, 3900 Holmes, Houston, Texas.
09/05/2017
Jean “Myra” Smith, 68, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 in Center, Texas. She was born on July 26, 1949. Services are pending at this time with Mangum Funeral Home.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
09/05/2017
Danny Patterson Tomlin, 70, of Center, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2017, at his residence.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 7, 2017, at Providence Missionary Baptist Church in Center with Bro. Charles Williams officiating. Interment will follow at Forbis Cemetery in Shelby County. Visitation will be held prior to the service at Providence Missionary Baptist Church, beginning at 11:00 a.m.
Mr. Tomlin was born February 24, 1947, in Center, to E. A. “Nig” Tomlin and Maxine Anthony Tomlin. He graduated from Center High School. Mr. Tomlin served in the United States Marine Corps and later became a self-employed carpenter. One of his proudest accomplishments was being involved in the construction of Providence Missionary Baptist Church in Center, which he was a member for many years. Mr. Tomlin enjoyed hunting and making trips to Colorado. Above all, he cherished the moments he spent being “Poppa” to his grandchildren.
He is survived by
Wife of 51 years: Barbara Graves Tomlin of Center
Sons:
Anthony Lee Tomlin and wife, Cindy, of Center
David Joshua Tomlin of Center
Grandchildren:
Alex Tomlin
Blaine Tomlin
Wil Tomlin
Taylor Tomlin
Sisters:
Dianne Tomlin of Nacogdoches
Kathy Tomlin Hagen of Nacogdoches
Jeannette Tomlin Bonner and husband, Randy, of Joaquin
Paula Tomlin Spann and husband, Chuck, of Center
Brother, Jim Tomlin and wife, Cathy, of Center
Preceded in death by
Parents: E. A. “Nig” Tomlin and Maxine Anthony Tomlin
Pallbearers will be James Lynn Livingston, Ronny Rudd, Pete Andrews, Ricky Cockrell, Brad Cockrell and David Wheeler.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Wounded Warrior Project by mail (PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517), phone (877.832.6997), or online (www.woundedwarriorproject.org). Also, donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital by mail (501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105), phone (800.805.5856) or online (www.stjude.org).
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/05/2017
Mr. Rolland Glen Hall, age 61, of Houston, Texas. Mr. Hall passed away on August 30, 2017 at Memorial Herman Southwest Hospital in Houston, Texas.
Funeral service will be Saturday, September 9, 2017 at 1pm at County Line Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Gasby New Zion Cemetery with Rev. Gaylon Taylor, Officiating.
Wake and visitation will be held Friday, September 8, 2017 from 6pm until 9pm at Ross Mortuary Chapel, Houston, Texas.
Survivors include:
Wife: Mary Hawkins Hall of Houston, Texas
Children:
Jaron Bowens of Houston Texas
Curtis Hawkins of Houston, Texas
Delvin Hawkins and Natasha Hawkins of Mississippi
15 grandchildren
6 great grandchildren
Brothers:
James H. Moore(Karen) of Simi Valley, California
Johnny Moore (Myrtle) of Houston Texas
James Lane Jr, of Geneva, Texas
Sisters:
Mary Dodd of Nacogdoches, Texas
Jeanette Stevens of Houston Texas
A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
09/04/2017
Mary Barton Carter, 87, of the Paxton Community of Shelby County, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2017, in Center.
Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 6, 2017, at Old Home Cemetery in Shelby County with Bro. Hollis Bass officiating.
Mrs. Carter was born March 18, 1930, in the Paxton Community of Shelby County, to George Hutto and Rosie Head Hutto. She was a member of Old Home Missionary Baptist Church in Shelby County.
She is survived by
Children:
Polley Eddins and husband, Benny, of Center
George Elton Barton and wife, Lisa, of Joaquin
Danny Wayne Barton of the Paxton Community of Shelby County
Jimmy Barton of the Paxton Community of Shelby County
Numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren
Preceded in death by
Husband: Dewey E. Barton
Husband: Charlie Carter
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/03/2017
Alvin Willoughby, 78, passed away on September 1, 2017 in Humble, Texas. He was born in Center, Texas on April 28, 1939 to John Elvin Willoughby and Gertrude Broadway Willoughby. Funeral services for Mr. Willoughby will be at 2pm, Monday, September 4, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel in Center, Texas with Rev. Andy Wilson officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery. A visitation will be held prior to the service from 12pm to 2pm on Monday, September 4, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home.
Alvin was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who thoroughly enjoyed every second spent with his family and friends. “Dood,” as he was often called, could be found on the open road riding his motorcycle whenever he had the chance.
Alvin is survived by:
His sons,:
Tony Willoughby and wife, Traci of Center, Texas
Shane Willoughby and wife, Maria of Cleveland, Texas
Step-daughters:
Carol Morgan of Cleveland, Texas
Leigh Crouch of Cleveland, Texas
Grandchildren:
Angel Minter
Carlos Lecksma
Waylon Willoughby
Wyatt Willoughby
Heavenlee Willoughby
Britlee Sullivan
Levi Willoughby
Lincoln Willoughby
Austin Craig
Hagan Craig
Dusti Willoughby
Terri Marshal
John Willoughby
Eight great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his wife and the mother of his children, Elsie Willoughby; parents, John Elvin and Gertrude Willoughby; one son, Rodney Willoughby; Janice Willoughby and Jean Willoughby.
Pallbearers for Mr. Willoughby’s service will be Billy Bob McAdams, Lonnie Dodd, Dick Gee, Josh McAdams, Raymond Singltary and Roe Belrose.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
09/03/2017
Zelna Hughes Belsha, 82, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, September 1, 2017, at her residence.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, September 4, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 5, 2017, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Bill Sheffield officiating. Interment will follow at Jackson Cemetery in Shelby County.
Mrs. Belsha was born April 29, 1935, in Joaquin, to Leon G. Hughes and Nellie Lucille Jackson Hughes. She enjoyed gardening and was known for her beautiful flower beds. Mrs. Belsha loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by
Daughter: Reené Hooper and husband, Duane, of Houston, Texas
Grandchildren:
Timothy D. Hooper of Los Angeles, California
Robert Brian Hooper and wife, Rachael, of Shreveport, Louisiana
Alicia Diane Hamilton and husband, Jeff, of Joaquin, Texas
William Preston Hooper of Austin, Texas
Callie Reené Briggs and husband, Jackie, of Logansport, Louisiana
Amy Diane Fonseca and husband, Rafael, of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, Burlington County, New Jersey
Alex Hooper and wife, Evette, of Houston, Texas
14 Great Grandchildren
7 Great Great Grandchildren
Sister: Sue Weaver and husband, Buford, of Center, Texas
Sisters-in-law:
Bonnie Baggett
Nelwyn Ables
Brother-in-law: Howard Belsha
Numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends
Preceded in death by
Husband: Lamar Belsha
Parents: Leon G. Hughes and Nellie Lucille Jackson Hughes
Brother: Bo Hughes
Pallbearers will be Alex Hooper, Jackie Briggs, Will Hooper, Chad Hughes, Rob Hooper and Pete Owens. Honorary pallbearers will be Jake Chapman, Tye Chapman and Rafael Fonseca.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/02/2017
Jeff Parker, 54, of Center, passed away Friday, September 1, 2017, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 2p.m., Sunday, September 3, 2017, at Sardis Church in Shelby County with Bro. Carlos Martinez officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12-noon.
Mr. Parker was born June 1, 1963, in Shelby County, to Tommy Wayne Parker and Louise Chambliss Parker. He was a devoted Christian, a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. Mr. Parker loved spending time with his family. He was of the Pentecostal faith.
He is survived by
Wife of 32 years: Betty Parker
Children:
Laurie Perez and husband, Antonio
Chris Scott and Preslie Nichols
Jason Parker and wife, Jody
Grandchildren:
Courtney Bass
Brittany Bass
Logan Scott
Jalynn Durbin
Lynsie Durbin
Jaycee Parker
Colton Parker
Joshua Parker
Father: Tommy Parker
Sisters:
Rebecca Jean Parker Stokes
Mary Evelyn Glaze
Brothers:
Kenneth “Bo” Parker and wife, Tina
Edwin Parker and Brandy McCulloch
Steve Parker and wife, Jill
Aunts:
Charlsie Packwood and Ora Bell Sullivan
Barbie Chambliss and husband, Robert
Sharon Chambliss
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Mother: Louise Glaze
Niece: Franshaire
Grandparents: Thomas A. and Mandy L. Chambliss, Clarence A. and Viola E. Parker
Pallbearers will be Jay Robertson, Buddy McGown, Chad Martinez, Richard Dyson Sr., Joel Olivarez, Richard Dyson Jr.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
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