Obituaries
01/25/2017
Freeman Fuller, 83, of Center, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2017, at his residence.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, January 29, 2017, at Shady Grove Cemetery in Carthage.
Mr. Fuller was born August 14, 1933, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to ELB Fuller and Odessa Lee Gates Fuller. He was a member of First Baptist Church.
Family members include
Son: Steven Fuller
Daughters:
Cindy Southern
Melody Richie
Grandchildren:
John Daniels
Lauren Rohr
Taylor Fuller
Jesse Fuller
Lilah Fuller
Brothers & Sisters:
L.D. Fuller
Guy Fuller
Margarit Brown
Faye Poole
AllieRue Bounds
Jackie Ramsey
Gerald Fuller
Mary Ann Dosier
Jeanette Lee
Mother: Odessa Lee Gates
Father: ELB Fuller
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
01/25/2017
Robert Earl Wagstaff, 65, of Orange, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2017, in Orange.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 27, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Andy Wilson officiating. Interment will follow at Reynolds Cemetery in Shelby County. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 noon.
Mr. Wagstaff was born January 18, 1952, in Shelby County, to Earl Wagstaff and Louise Wilburn Wagstaff. He was a member of American Legion Post #7.
He is survived by
Mother: Louise Wagstaff of Shelbyville
Sons:
Michael Wagstaff and wife, Christy, of Shelbyville
David Wagstaff and wife, Shawnie, of Orange
Grandchildren:
Ashlyn
Sean
Hailey
Makayla
Jedd
Emily
Trent
Riley
Maria
Diana
Benita
Emily
Bailey
Christopher Jr.
Great-Grandchild:
Lilly
One on the way
Brother: Roger Wagstaff and wife, Linda, of Shelbyville
Sister: Debbie Lansford and husband, Mark, of Lufkin
Preceded in death by
Father: Earl Wagstaff
Pallbearers will be Justin Wagstaff, Jake Wagstaff, Cole Jones, Joseph Lansford, Patrick Scarborough and Spud Brown.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
01/25/2017
Dorothy Mae Hollis Boyd, age 90, of San Augustine, Texas passed away on Friday, January 20, 2017 at her home in San Augustine, Texas.
Funeral service will be held at 11am Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at Roberts Baptist Church. Interment in Roberts Cemetery with Rev. Ardis Mosby officiating.
Visitation Will be on the day of the service.
She is survived by:
Son, Robert White, Sr (Josie) of Houston, Texas
Daughters:
Francis Mae Singleton of San Augustine, Texas
Commeletta Taylor (Albert) of Dallas, Texas
3 Grandchildren
4 Great-Grandchildren
Sister-in-Law, Dora Mae Hollis of San Augustine, Texas
As well as a host of other relatives and friends.
Services are entrusted to Percy Garner & Son Mortuary, San Augustine, Texas.
01/25/2017
Funeral services for Mrs. Joann Thomas Matthews Castille, (58) of Huntsville formerly of Center, Texas will be Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 11:00am at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church (623 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas 75935). Mrs. Castille made her Earthly walk on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at Legend Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Paris, Texas. Rev. Charlvin Doty will be officiating.
Mrs. Castille is survived by:
Husband: Joseph Castille of Huntsville, Texas
Daughter: Shinnette Mathews of Paris, Texas
Brother: Sam Thomas, Jr. of Center, Texas
Sister: Joyce Thomas Jackson of Center, Texas
Nephew: Jonathan Thomas of Center, Texas
Nieces: Michelle Frazier of Houston, Texas & Destini Jackson of Nacogdoches, Texas
Preceded in Death: Parents, Sam Thomas, Sr. and Durusha Thomas
Joann was a graduate of the 1976 Class of Center High School.
Visitation: Friday, January 27, 2017 at Hicks Chapel from the hours of 6:00pm-8:00pm.
Committal: Westview Cemetery in Center, Texas
Repass: Pineywoods Outreach Center (255 Haley Drive, Center, Texas 75935)
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas
01/25/2017
Funeral services for Mrs. Earlene Thompson (77) of Lufkin, Texas are pending. Mrs. Thompson died CHI St Luke Hospital in Lufkin, Texas. On Tuesday, January 24, 2017.
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas.
01/23/2017
Cody Quincy May, age 31, formerly of Center, passed away Friday, January 20, 2017 in Travis County, Texas.
A memorial service will be held at 2pm Tuesday, January 24, 2014 at Center Christian Fellowship Church.
Services are pending at Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Austin, Texas.
01/23/2017
Elizabeth Vaudine Adams, 93, of Center, entered into Heaven on Saturday, January 21, 2017, at Pine Grove Nursing Home in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 24, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 25, 2017, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Joel Jackson officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center.
Mrs. Adams was born December 2, 1923, in Shelby County, to Selmer Luman and Eunice Anderson Luman. She loved gardening, working puzzles and spending time with her family. Mrs. Adams was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by:
Children:
Glenn Williams and wife, Martha Raye, of Johnson City, Tennessee
Billy Williams of Center
Barbara Scates and husband, Jerry, of Center
Gay Adams and Steve Salmon of San Angelo
Grandchildren:
Jennifer Street
Ron Williams
Deana Jackson
Randy Fountain
Sheila Cosby
Jill Parker
Angie Simmons
Michael Scates
Lloyd Scates
Pam Marshall
27 Great-Grandchildren
Several Great-Great-Grandchildren
Sister: Vastine Folsom
Brother: Verlon Luman
Preceded in death by
Parents: Selmer Luman and Eunice Anderson Luman
Daughter: Wanda Coats
Son-in-law: Jeff Coats
Daughter-in-law: Nancy Williams, Jackie Williams
Grandson: Bob Adams
Sisters: Velma Smith, Vernice Holt
Pallbearers will be Michael Scates, Dale Scates, Lloyd Scates, Brandon Simmons, Randy Simmons and Steve Parker.
Thank you to Pine Grove Nursing Home and Hospice of East Texas. A special thanks to Dr. Ted Ledet for her many years of medical care and Dr. Dixon Golden and his staff for the persistent and dedicated eye care and the love and kindness shown to our mother and family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to West Shelby Fire Department. Donations can be mailed to West Shelby County Fire Dept., 670 CR 1190, Center, TX 75935
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
01/20/2017
Patricia Ann Bradshaw, 84, of Center, passed away Friday, January 20, 2017 in Center.
Services will be 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Carl Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born April 11, 1932 in Amarillo to Lowell and Joanna (Anderson) VanCleave. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Center.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Lowell & Joanna VanCleave, her husband, Doyle Bradshaw, sisters, Betty Creech and Helen and nephew, Danny Creech.
She is survived by:
Daughter:
Deanna Graves & husband, Joel of Center
Son:
Freddie Watlington of Center
Special Granddaughter:
Morgan Porter of Center
Sister:
Frances Hutto of Colorado
Nephews & Nieces:
Billy Creech, Sam Creech, Karen Thompson,
Sharon McClure, Van Hutto, John Hutto & Danny McClure
Pallbearers:
Blake Ritter, Joel Graves,
Matthew Chandler & Billy Creech
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
01/20/2017
Ka Yee, 20, of Center formerly of Burma, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2017 as a result of a murder in Center.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.
He is survived by:
Parents: Pah Ka Tee and Pu Bye of Chicago, IL
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
01/19/2017
Rayford Kelle Lamkin, 85, of Center, passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at Colonial Pines Nursing Home in San Augustine.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 22, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro.Gordon Vaughn officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be prior to the service starting at noon Sunday, January 22, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born March 19, 1931 in Center to W.C. “Cade” and Lucille (Sanford) Lamkin. He graduated from Center High School in 1949. He served in the US Army from 1954 to 1956. He worked as a service and repair manager for Dr. Pepper/ Coca-Cola Bottling Company in Center for 40 years and he also worked as the night manager at Shelby General Hospital for 20 years. He was a member of St. Marks Methodist Church.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Cade & Lucille Lamkin, sister, Neva Partridge and Mother-in-law, Mary Haycock.
He is survived by:
Wife: Anne Lamkin of Center
Son & Daughter-in-law: Keith & Kim Lamkin of Friendswood
Son & Daughter-in-law: Ken & Peggy Sue Lamkin of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Kelle Lamkin
Blake Lee Lamkin
Casey Flanagan
Julie Flanagan
Angel Flanagan
10 Great-Grandchildren
Sisters & Brothers-in-law:
Marcia & Bill Eberenz of Center
Glenda Faye & Alfred Brown of Houston
Pallbearers: Charles Eberenz, Brad Eberenz, Gary Helton, Tommy Dean, Rex Hutto & Read Langford
Honorary Pallbearers: Weldon Boles, John Black, R.G. “Monk” Peace & John Ed Giles
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
01/18/2017
Maurine Barton Prince, 90, of Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2017, at her residence.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, January 20, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, January 21, 2017, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Pastor Sam Roe officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mrs. Prince was born March 28, 1926, in Center, to Joe Shelton and Naomi Forsythe Shelton. She was a hard worker and loved flowers, gardening, singing and going to Old Home Church. Mrs. Prince was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by
Son: James Wayne Barton and wife, Lena, of Joaquin
Son-in-law: Dan Husband of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Anthony Barton and wife, Vonda, of Joaquin
Rachel Moorman of Joaquin
Chris Barton of Joaquin
Michelle Barton of California
5 Great-Grandchildren
Preceded in death by
Daughter: Shirley Barton
Husband: James A Barton
Husband: Glenn Prince
Sister: Bernice Grimes
Brother: Johnny Shelton
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
01/19/2017
Funeral service for David Earl “Pete” Pike will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, January 21, 2017, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson with Kyle Green officiating. Interment will follow in Tennessee Community Cemetery, Timpson. Visitation for family and friends will be 5:00 – 6:30 PM, Friday, January 20, 2017, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson.
David Earl "Pete" Pike, 77, of Timpson, Texas passed away at his home on January 17, 2017 of COPD and complications. Born July 6, 1939, in Gary, Panola County, Texas, he is the son of the late Elbert and Artie (Birdwell) Pike. His grandmother called him “Pete” and it stuck. He was a loving son, brother, husband, father and grandfather.
His family had moved to Timpson by mid-1940. David and his siblings grew up around the Timpson area, mostly farming and raising chickens. All six children attended Timpson Public Schools. David made the All-District Football Team in 1956/57 and was honorably mentioned for All-State that year as well. He graduated in 1958.
After graduation he entered the Army, serving in Japan, Germany, Korea and Vietnam. In Vietnam he was assigned to “D” Co. 198 LIB, Americal Division, operating out of Fire Base Dottie, conducting search and destroy missions in the theater of operations. Wounded by a ChiCom grenade on 18 August 1970 near My Lai, he was medivaced to Chu Lai, Da Nang, Japan, Brooke Army Medical Center. For combat service he was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge, Bronze Star (3) with “V” Device, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service and others. He retired from the Army after 20 years in 1984.
David then became accredited by the National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) in 1986. He worked as an anti-corrosion specialist and inspector throughout the United States and overseas until 2000. He established Texas Independent Coatings Inspectors, Inc. in 1986.
David married Tempie Ann Green in 1998, after they had both reared a family, lived a full life, and had successful careers. They have lived in Timpson since 1999. David is a lifetime member of the VFW and the American Legion, and a contributing member of the Timpson Area Genealogical and Heritage Society.
David is survived by his loving wife Tempie Green Pike; daughter, Christina Rena Pike of New Orleans, Louisiana; stepdaughter, Tara Rogers and husband Gene of Columbus, Ohio; stepson, Rusty Brunson and wife Jacqueline of New Braunfels, Texas; sister, Patsy Rogers of Conroe, Texas; grandson, Stephen Mitchell Pike-Kirsch of New Orleans, Louisiana; step-grandchildren, Jordan, Kelsey, Merin and Daylon Rogers and Arabella Ames; and a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.
David was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Joe and Carol Lynn “Cotton” Pike; sisters, Jimmie Lou Curbow and Peggy Ruth Hudges.
A special thank you is extended to Bethany Hospice, and most recently HeartsWay Hospice for their support and care.
To convey condolences online, please visit www.taylor.net. Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, TX, is in charge of arrangements.
01/16/2017
Clyde Enmon, Jr., age 75 of Center, formerly of St Bernard, Louisiana, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2017 at his home.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Frank Holrath officiating. A memorial visitation for friends and family will begin prior to the service at 10 am at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel.
He was born January 6, 1942 in Pasadena, Texas. He spent most of his adult life in St. Bernard, Louisiana. He worked at Union Texas Petroleum for 30 years and retired and moved back to Center, Texas in 2005. He enjoyed farming, deer hunting and fishing.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde H Enmon and W. Eldean Brawley, first wife & mother of his children, Linda Francioni Enmon and second wife, Peggy Carithers Enmon and his brother, James Enmon.
He is survived by:
Children:
Wendy LeBlanc & husband, Michael
Susan Poincot & husband, Lloyd
Mel Enmon & wife, Kirby
Lisa Enmon
Grandchildren: Cory LeBlanc & wife, Kathleen, Gabbie Poincot, Trey Poincot, Halie Enmon, Chelsie Enmon, Hannah Nicosia, Emily Nicosia & Jake Nicosia
Great-Grandchildren: Violet LeBlanc & Genevieve Morrow
Brother: Richard Enmon & wife, Judy
Sisters-in-law: Jeanette Enmon, Carol Cagney & husband, Bill & Fay Chaplain
Thanks to all of the family & friends who provided love, support,
great food & prayers. Special thanks also to Kellie Baty whose friendship & love for Clyde was a great support to him and our family during his final days.
The family would like to thank LifeCare Hospice, especially Stephanie and Daisy for providing excellent care for our daddy.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
01/13/2017
Funeral services for Mrs. Doris Lee Mosley (90) of Tenaha will be Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 11:30am at St John Baptist Church in Tenaha, Texas. Mrs. Mosley died Thursday, January 12, 2017 at Carthage Healthcare Center in Carthage, Texas. Bro. Chandler Pettis will be officiating.
Mrs. Mosley’s is survived by:
Sons:
N.J. (Gwen) Mosley of Beaumont, Texas
John W. Mosley of Tenaha, Texas
Daughters:
Helen R Mosley of Tenaha, Texas
Shirley (Roosevelt) Walton of Carthage, Texas
Doris R. Mosley of Longview, Texas
Brothers:
William H. King of Killeen, Texas
Robert (Jan) King of Hayville, VA
Sisters:
Ola Mae Evans
O. D. Bolton
Visitation: Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at St. John Baptist Church from the hours of 10:00am to 11:30am.
Committal: St John Cemetery, Tenaha, Texas
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas
01/13/2017
Mrs. Linda Jeannine (Fancher) Pierce of Martinsville, Texas, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2017, at the age of 68 years, 1 month, and 25 days.
She was born November 17, 1948, in Shelby County, Texas. Mrs. Pierce had been a longtime resident of Martinsville, Texas. She and Ivan A. Pierce were married on June 4, 1972.
Her survivors include:
Her husband of 44 years, Ivan A. Pierce of Martinsville, Texas
Son and daughter-in-law, Casey and Jenni Pierce of Livingston, Texas
Daughter, Katie Pierce of Martinsville, Texas
Grandsons, Caseon Pierce and Kaleb Pierce
Granddaughter, Lillie Pierce
Sister and brother-in-law, Sheila and Robert Cousins
Brother and sister-in-law, Randy and Sherry Fancher
Sister, Jan Fancher.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert T. "Bud" Fancher and Jean Linthicum Fancher.
Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Martinsville Cemetery, located at 10892 FM 95 South in Martinsville, Texas. Officiating will be Bro. Michael Henson.
Offer your online memories and condolences at www.CasonMonk-Metcalf.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of T.A. Lane & Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, located at 5400 North Street in Nacogdoches, Texas.
01/12/2017
Anne Alice Moss, 70, of Center, passed away Monday, January 9, 2017, at her residence.
Her wishes were to be cremated and a memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 21, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Mrs. Moss was born October 26, 1946, in Greenville, South Carolina.
She is survived by
Sons:
Donald Allen Truitt, Jr. and wife, Dianne, of Center
Dale Andrew Truitt and wife, Cheryl, of Dallas
Grandchildren:
Cody Evans and wife, Katlynn
Ashley Alexander
Patrick Mills and fiancé, Mikaela Stone
Lanie Truitt
Lexie Truitt
Averie Truitt
5 Great-Grandchildren
Sister: Cathy Cornwell and husband, Greg, of Dallas
Brother: Danny Clark of San Antonio
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Husband: Larry Michael Moss
Parents: Earnest Hilton and Alice Anne Powers Clark
Stepfather: Sydney Gordon Clark
Brother: Ernie Clark
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
01/10/2017
Rev. Dr. Clois Rodgers, 80, passed away January 7, 2017, at his residence in San Augustine, TX. He was born January 17, 1936 in Chireno, TX to parents Chester Rodgers and Roxie Garrett.
Funeral Service is scheduled for Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 11:00 am At Reed Chapel Baptist Church, San Augustine, TX with Rev. James A. Ervin as Eulogist, and Rev. Cedrick Grace Sr., Officiating. Interment will follow at St. Luke’s Cemetery in San Augustine TX.
Visitations will be held on Friday, January 13, 2017 from 12 Noon until 4:00 p.m. at Sid Roberts Funeral Home, Nacogdoches and later he will be viewed at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, San Augustine, TX from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
He is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, two children, one grandchild, and one great-grandchild.
He leaves to cherish his memory:
Wife of 60 years, Siscile Handy Rodgers
Children:
John L. Handy (Rosie) of Houston, TX
Robert L. Rodgers of San Augustine, TX
Lola Rodgers Miller (Ira) of San Augustine, TX
Dorothy Rodgers Nobles (Floyd) of San Augustine, TX
Joyce Rodgers of San Augustine, TX
Judie Rodgers Caraway (Rev. Rayford) of San Augustine, TX
Linda Rodgers Wilson (Clinton) of San Augustine, TX
Paul Rodgers Sr. (Kimberly) of Nacogdoches, TX
Extended children:
W.M. Holman of San Augustine, TX
Ella Holman of San Augustine, TX
Angie K. Holman of San Augustine, TX
Vernon Holman of San Augustine, TX
Sister, Neva Rodgers of Garrison, TX
Aunts:
Clara Cartwright of San Augustine, TX
Mildred Burrell of San Augustine, TX
Annie Mae Holman of San Augustine, TX
Lula Lacy of Angleton, TX
Nephew, Jerry Handy of Center, TX
24 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, co-laborers, cousins, and friends.
Services entrusted to the professionals of Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Drive, Nacogdoches, TX 75961.
01/10/2017
Bobby G. Ross, 72, of Gilmer, passed away Monday, January 9, 2017, in Gladewater.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 12, 2017, at Brookland Cemetery in Joaquin with Bro. Kenneth Cook officiating.
Mr. Ross was born January 9, 1945, in Joaquin, to Roy O. Ross and Myrtie Mae Whitehead Ross. He loved to collect model cars. Mr. Ross was a member of Caney Creek Baptist Church.
He is survived by
Sisters:
Barbara Lively and husband, Leamon, of Gilmer
Doris Sharp and husband, Lee, of Big Sandy
Brothers:
Robert Ross and wife, Karen, of Dennison, Ohio
Roger Ross of Kilgore
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Roy O. Ross and Myrtie Mae Whitehead Ross
Nephew: Eddie Woods
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
01/09/2017
Ruth Palmer Davis passed away in Fredericksburg, Texas in the care of Hospice on Sunday, January 8th, 2017 at the age of 86 years.
Ruth was born in Oakland, California on August 21, 1930 to William Samuel and Della Irene Sherburne Palmer. She grew up in Walnut Creek, California. She married Jack Everett McLendon on August 29, 1952 in Honolulu, Hawaii. She later married Calvin Ray Davis on October 7, 1977 in Center, Texas.
Ruth is survived by children Clifton Palmer McLendon and wife Marlene of Gilmer, Texas and Elizabeth McLendon Welch and husband Paul G. Welch of Shepherdstown, West Virginia. She is also survived by step-children Calvin Ray Davis II of San Antonio, Texas, Joel Craig Davis and wife Carmella of San Diego, California and John Patton Davis and wife Mary of Sweetwater, Texas. Ruth is also survived by her daughter-in-law Patricia Armata of San Antonio, her sister Rosemary McDaniel of Borrego Springs, California, her brother-in-law Adrian F. Mendes of Danville, California, her son-in-law Charles B. Suehs and wife Barbara of San Antonio, 11 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, one son Douglas Stuart McLendon, one step-daughter Connye Sue Suehs, and her beloved husband Calvin Ray Davis.
Ruth was a church pianist over the span of 65 years. She dearly loved to play for the Lord. She and Calvin moved to Fredericksburg in 1979.
The cremains are to be interred next to her son in Center at a later date.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, January 14 at Stonewall Baptist Church in Stonewall, Texas with Rev. Bob Welch officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to TEAMability, Inc., a learning center for children with severe multiple disabilities that Ruth has supported: 1711 N. Trinity, San Antonio, TX 78201, www.teamability.org.
Arrangements are by the Schaetter Funeral Home.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent at www.schaetter.com.
01/08/2017
Clifford J. Brock, 80, passed away January 5, 2017, at Nacogdoches Medical Center. He was born February 8, 1936 in Nacogdoches, Texas to parents L. M. and Alice Brock.
Funeral Service is scheduled for Sunday, January 8, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors with Bro. Tommy Corley and Bro. Benny Lewis officiating. Pallbearers will be the members of the Northwood Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Bethel Cemetery in Appleby, Texas.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2017 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Cason Monk-Metcalf funeral home in Nacogdoches.
When you think of Clifford you can't help but think what a generous man he was. Always willing to help someone out with his skills and talent. He was born in Nacogdoches and before High School graduation he answered the draft call to serve the United States Army. His training in the Army and graduation of Elkins Institute allowed him to become a good provider for his family. Clifford trained in the Army in the United States and also served in Germany. He was a communication technician by trade and worked for different companies in the industry including Western Union, World Com and Stewart and Stevenson.
Clifford was an honest man, true and faithful to his wife and family. He was a wonderful Christian and had a love for the Lord. It seemed like he never met a stranger and could always use a new friend. When he had free time you might have found him watching T.V. shows like "Hee-Haw", "Grand Ole Opry", and of course rooting for his favorite sports teams the "Cowboys" and "Rangers"! His favorite place to fellowship with friends and family was Golden Corral. His family, grandchildren and friends will miss him, his sense of humor and appreciate him for the way he loved life and will look forward to seeing him again.
Clifford is preceded in death by his parents, L. M. and Alice Brock; daughter, Susan J. Brock; and brother, James Norman Brock.
He is lovingly survived by his wife of 50 years, Peggy Taylor Brock; son, John Brock and wife Anne; grandchildren, Alex and Sarah Brock; uncle, Glen Mora and wife Aline and family; aunt, Eddie Houston and family, many cousins and friends, nieces and nephew; special cousins, Joye Hodges and family, Judy Hilton and family and special canine friend, "Tucker".
Many thanks to the medical staff who assisted in his time of need.
Services under the direction of Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, Nacogdoches, Texas.
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