Obituaries
11/9/2018
Funeral service for Mr. Larry Hopkins of Orange, Texas. Mr. Hopkins died Friday, November 2, 2018, at local hospital. Funeral service is Saturday, November 10, 2018, at 11:00am, at Mount Calvary Baptist Church located at 612 3rd Street, Orange, Texas 77630.
Local Cousins:
Norma Lister of Shelbyville, Texas
Myrtis McClelland of Center, Texas
Fredrick (Stella) Gardner of Center, Texas
Adrian (Faye) Allen of Shelbyville, Texas
Debra Eaden of Center, Texas
Danny Ray (Joyce) Allen of Center, Texas
Funeral services arre under the direction of Hicks Mortuary and Colonial Funeral Home of Orange, Texas
11/9/2018
Funeral service for Mrs. Hattie Ree McClelland, 88, of Center, Texas. Funeral service will be Monday, November 12, 2018 at Triumph Church, 908 Daniels Street, Center, Texas 75935. Mrs. McClelland was born January 11, 1930. Mrs. McClelland died Monday, November 5, 2018, at her Seven Acres Jewish Community Care Center in Houston, Texas. Pastor, Wilbert Simmons will be officiating.
Mrs. McClelland is survived by:
Sons:
Charles McClelland, Jr. of Houston, Texas
Daryl Wayne McClelland of Center, Texas
Daughter: Cassandra Miller of Missouri City, Texas
Brothers:
Willie (Clematine) Lathan and J.C. (Betty) Lathan all of Center, Texas
Jackie (Ruth Thelma) Lathan of Houston, Texas
James (Ethel) Lathan of Houston, Texas
A host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, and nieces
Visitations: Sunday, November 11, 2018, at McCoy and Harris Funeral Home 4918 MLK Blvd., Houston, Texas 77021, from the hours of 3:00pm -5:00pm and Monday, November 12, 2018 at Triumph Church from the hours 10:00am – 12:00 noon.
Committal: Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville, Texas
Funeral services arer under the direction of Hicks Mortuary and McCoy and Harris Funeral Home.
11/08/2018
Clemencia Perez, 61, of Center, Texas passed away on November 7, 2018 in Nacogdoches. She was born on March 2, 1957 in Epitacio Huerta Michoacan, Mexico to Benjamin Perez and Nabora Arcos. Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Andy Wilson officiating. Interment will follow at New Hope Cemetery.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, November 9, 2018 at Mangum Funeral Home.
Clemencia moved to Texas in 1997 and developed a love and pride for this country. Above all things, her faith in the Lord Jesus Christ was priority. Clemencia was a true prayer warrior and faced every battle in life on her knees. She found much joy and peace studying her Bible and strengthening her relationship with God every day. Her inner light shone so bright that when she was around others, life was breathed into a room. A homemaker by trade, Clemencia cared for and nurtured her family making sure they had everything they needed. Her children were one of her greatest joys and the time they spent together was filled with happiness and the warmest memories. She loved being in the kitchen and cooking for family and friends. You also could find her outdoors working in her garden and with her animals. Being in fellowship with her church family at Center First United Pentecostal Church was the highlight of her week. Clemencia was a genuine, Christian woman whose presence will be deeply missed.
Clemencia is survived by:
Her sons:
Homero Castro of Center
Juan Edgar Castro of Center
Mother: Nabora Perez
Sisters:
Juana Perez
Aurora Perez
Graciela Perez
Esperanza Perez
Brothers:
Benjamin Perez
David Perez
Jose Perez
Merejildo Perez
Fidencio Perez
Faustino Perez.
She is preceded in death by her father, Benjamin Perez and brother, Alberto Perez.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Clemencia Perez, edad 61, de Center, Texas falleció el 7 de noviembre del 2018 en Nacogdoches. Nacida el 2 Marzo de 1957 en Epitacio Huerta Michoacan, México, hija del señor Benjamín Perez y la señora Nabora Arcos. Servicios fúnebres serán a la 1:00 PM el Sábado, 10 de Noviembre de 2018 en la Funeraria Mangum con el Reverendo Andy Wilson oficiando. Entierro seguirá después del servicio al New Hope Cemetery.
La visitación seré de 6:00 a 8:00 PM el viernes, 9 de noviembre en la Funeraria Mangum.
Clemencia se mudo a Texas en 1997 y desarrollo amor y orgullo por este país. Sobre todas las cosas, su fe en Nuestro Señor Jesucristo era su prioridad. Clemencia fue una guerrera de oración, y enfrentaba cada batalla de rodillas, clamando a Dios. Encontraba gozo y paz al estudiar la Biblia y en fortalecer su relación con Dios cada día. Su luz interior brillaba tan fuerte que era como un aliento fresco a los que estaban a su alrededor. Ella fue una ama de casa, quien cuido de su familia asegurándose que siempre tuvieran lo que necesitaban. Sus hijos eran una de sus mayores alegrías, y los momentos que pasaban juntos fueron llenos de memorias felices y cálidas. Le encantaba pasar tiempo en la cocina y cocinar para sus familiares y amistades. Muchas de las veces se le podría encontrar afuera trabajando en su jardín y cuidando de sus animales. Su parte favorita de la semana era pasar tiempo en compañerismo con los miembros de su iglesia de Center First United Pentecostal. Clemencia era una genuina mujer cristiana al quien se le extrañara profundamente.
Clemencia es sobrevivida por sus hijos:
Homero Castro y Juan Edgar Castro de Center; su madre, Nabora Perez; hermanas: Juana Perez, Aurora Perez, Graciela Perez, y Esperanza Perez; hermanos: Benjamín Perez, David Perez, José Perez, Merejildo Perez, Fidencio Perez y Faustino Perez.
Es precedida en muerte por su padre, Benjamín Perez y su hermano, Alberto Perez.
11/08/2018
Funeral service for Mrs. Willie B. Allen, 92, of Center, Texas will be Saturday, November 10, 2018 at St John Baptist Church in the Africa Community at 11am. Mrs. Allen died Saturday November 3, 2018 at Pine Grove Nursing Center in Center, Texas. Mrs. Allen was born on December 29, 1925. Rev. C. R. Williams Sr. will be the Eulogist.
Mrs. Allen is survived by:
Son: Elvin Allen Jr (Edwina) of Duncanville, Texas
Daughter: Emelda Allen, Thomas (Michael) of Houston, Texas
Grandchildren: Christopher D. Roberts of Nacogdoches, Texas; Maraino F. Polley (Triquina) of Center, Texas; Amanda N. Lindsey of Carthage, Texas; and Andrew L. Lindsey II of Waco, Texas
Great-Grandchildren: Ce’Kyia Montgomery, Kadence Polley, and Madilyn Polley
Special Niece: Gaynell Holman of Pineland, Texas
Visitation: Friday, November 9, 2018, from the hours of 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Hicks Chapel (804 Martin Luther King Drive)
Committal: St. John Cemetery in Center, Texas
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas.
11/07/2018
Hicks Mortuary and McCoy and Colonial Funeral Home of Orange, Texas are announcing funeral service for Mr. Larry Hopkins of Orange, Texas. Mr. Hopkins died Friday, November 2, 2018, at local hospital. Funeral service is Saturday, November 10, 2018, at 11:00am, at Mount Calvary Baptist Church located at 612 3rd Street, Orange, Texas 77630.
Local Cousins:
Norma Lister of Shelbyville, Texas
Myrtis McClelland of Center, Texas
Fredrick (Stella) Gardner of Center, Texas
Adrian (Faye) Allen of Shelbyville, Texas
Debra Eaden of Center, Texas
Danny Ray (Joyce) Allen of Center, Texas
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary, Center, Texas.
11/07/2018
Clara Denby, 85, of Mt. Enterprise, Texas, formerly of Shelbyville, passed away on November 6, 2018 in Mt. Enterprise. She was born on November 27, 1932 in Zwolle, Louisiana to Lemmuel Gus West and Mary Molly Ezernack West. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, November 9, 2018 at Latham Cemetery in Shelbyville with Bro. Trey Thompson officiating.
A visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on Friday, November 9, 2018 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel.
Clara married Albert Denby, Sr. on March 16, 1950 in Vernon Parish, Louisiana. Together they raised a beautiful family together creating a life filled with love and laughter. She was a kind and caring woman that always found a way to meet the needs of others. She was a woman of few words, but her humility and generosity spoke volumes. If Clara went anywhere, you could guarantee that she would have a pocketful of butterscotch candy. Those welcomed into her home would also find a candy dish full when they entered. Clara was a talented seamstress and you would very often find her quilting and sewing. She also enjoyed her time in the kitchen whipping up something for family and friends when they would visit. If she wasn’t inside cooking or sewing, you could find Clara outdoors tinkering with flowers or her garden. More than anything, Clara treasured the moments surrounded by her family. Warmth and compassion filled the walls of her home when her family gathered there.
Clara is survived by:
Sons:
Jerry Wayne Denby and wife, Janice of Ludington, Michigan
Johnnie Ray Denby and wife, Hester of Good Springs
Albert Prentice Denby, Jr. and wife, Debbie of Lufkin
Billy Jack Denby and wife, Johnnie Kaye of Mt. Enterprise
Daughter:
Thelma Jean Pederzani of Huntington
Grandchildren:
J.W. Denby and wife, Carrie
Bobby, Michael & Thomas Pederzani
Debbie & Joshua Denby
Stephen Denby
LeAnna, Samantha, Jacob and Alana Denby
Great-grandchildren:
Amanda Denby
Sashia & Katarina Janisch
She is preceded in death by her husband, Albert Denby Sr.; parents, Lemmuel and Mary West; all of her siblings; son-in-law, Robert Pederzani; and granddaughters, Elizabeth Janisch and Johnnie Renee Denby.
Pallbearers will be Stephen Denby, Bobby Pederzani, Michael Pederzani, Jerry Denby, Albert Denby, Jr., Johnnie R. Denby and Billy Denby.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
11/06/2018
Eulalia Montgomery Hill Allen, 100, noted educator and community servant, passed on October 30, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia.
The funeral for Mrs. Hill Allen will be held at the Weldon Auditorium, 315 E. Saunders Street, Gladewater, Texas on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Viewing will begin at 9:30 a.m. followed by a service by the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Zeta Omega Chapter, Longview, Texas. Burial at the Mast Cemetery in Garrison, Texas.
Eulalia was born in Timpson, Texas on July 2, 1918, the first born of six children of Charles Henry Montgomery and Mary Steptoe Montgomery. She grew up in Shreveport, Louisiana and attended Louisiana Collegiate Institute where her father was principal. She attended Tuskegee University and received her Bachelor’s degree from Texas College, Tyler, Texas and a Master’s degree from Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, Texas.
She married Garfield Hill, principal of Marian Anderson School in Joaquin, Texas where she also taught. Three children were born to the Hills in Joaquin: Winston, Brenda and Sharon. Garfield became an ordained minister, and Eulalia played for and directed his church choirs.
In 1953, the Hills moved to Gladewater, Texas where Garfield served as principal of Weldon High School and pastored several churches. Their fourth child, Rhonda, was born in Gladewater. Eulalia was a gifted English teacher and coached the debate team first at Weldon and later at Gladewater High School until her retirement. She played for several church choirs, including Moses Chapel CME Church, where Rev. Hill pastored and New Mountain CME Church. They were both active in church, school and the community. Rev. Garfield Hill passed in 1988. After several years, Eulalia married Donald Allen, a retired principal from Nacogdoches, Texas, and they traveled and led an active life until his death in 2005.
Among her many civic and community activities, Eulalia served as president of the Gladewater Chamber of Commerce, member of the United Way Board of Directors, District President of the Stewardess Board of the Longview-Marshall District in the Christian Methodist Church and community representative of the District Wide Education Improvement Council, Gladewater Independent School District. She received many honors and awards for her service.
Eulalia is survived by her brother, Lorenzo Montgomery, Houston, Texas; daughters: Brenda Hill Cole (Thomas), Atlanta, Georgia, Sharon Hill Cranford, Wichita, Kansas and Rhonda Hill Saldivar (Ernest) of Houston, Texas; grandchildren: Charlton Cranford (Mysheu), Corey Cranford, Kelley Cole Graham (Romero), Thomas Cole III, Hovlyn Hill May (Dan), Heather Hill, Marc Arthur Hill and Mari-Eulalia Saldivar; great grandchildren: Grant May, Emerald May, Amelia May, Charlton Cranford, Jr. Caden Cranford, Christian Cranford, Richard Torres, III, Isabella Torres, Ava Graham and Samantha Graham. Also mourning her loss is a host of devoted nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and former students. Her son, Winston and wife, Carolyn, son-in-law, Evies Cranford, great grandson, Collin Cranford and four brothers predeceased her.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Weldon Alumni Association, 3944 W. Commerce, Gladewater, Texas 75647
Final arrangements entrusted to Sadler Funeral Home, 200 Shawnee Street, Nacogdoches, Texas 75961.
11/6/2018
Wardlow Woodrow Oliver, known to his family and friends as “Joe” was born to Austin Willis “A.W.” and Hazel Buckner Oliver on Friday, September 6, 1946 in Center, Shelby County, Texas. Joe passed away on Sunday, November 4, 2018 at his home after a brief illness at the age of 72.
Joe grew up in Center on a rural farm with his parents and five siblings where he learned the value of family and hard work. He met and married his wife of 53 years Linda Thomas on October 14, 1965. They lived in various cities and states until settling in Center to raise their own family.
Joe loved the outdoors, working on his farm, hunting, fishing and spending time with family and friends.
He is survived by:
His wife: Linda Frances Thomas Oliver
His three children:
Daughters:
Stephanie LeAnne, wife of Blake Eaton
Kristian Deon, wife of Jonathan Stone
Son: Thomas Austin Oliver
Grandchildren:
Bailey Hamblin Eaton
Logan Reese Eaton
Oliver Wyatt Stone
Kenneth Holden Stone
Karis Lindley Stone
Joe is also survived by:
An older brother: Marvin Willis Oliver
Younger sister: Linda Elizabeth, wife of William “Bill” Noble
Sisters-in-law:
Patricia Gill Thomas
Carla Anne, wife of Gregory Lee Walker
Nieces, nephews, family friend Michael Neal and many other friends and family.
Joe is preceded in death by his parents Austin Willis and Hazel Buckner Oliver, two younger brothers Thomas Harold and Johnny Wayne Oliver, and a brother-in-law, Walter Edward Thomas.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 1:00pm at the chapel of Watson and Sons Funeral Home, 1554 US Hwy 7 East, Center, Texas 75935; Pastor, Mike Oliver officiating.
Fellowship will be held at Spann’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, US Hwy 96 S, CR 1015, Center, Texas 75935 immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Buckner Cemetery, PO Box 544, San Augustine, Texas 75972.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
11/6/2018
Octavian Burrell, age 20, of San Augustine, Texas passed away on Sunday, November 4, 2018 due to an automobile accident. He was born November 28, 1997. Octavian graduated from Shelbyville High School in 2016 and played football for the Bethel University Wildcats, Tennessee from 2016-2018.
Funeral service is 1pm, Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Reed Chapel Baptist Church. Interment is at Lane Town Cemetery with Rev. Timothy Teel officiating.
Visitation will be announced at a later date.
He is survived by:
Parents:
Shelly Ann Haskins (Linnie) of San Augustine, Texas
J. R. Burrell of Lufkin, Texas
Brothers:
Steve Burrell of San Augustine, Texas
Tyrone Burrell of San Augustine, Texas
Sisters:
Paula Sandle (John) of Houston, Texas
Melissa Burrell of Lufkin, Texas
Ashlye Taylor (JaDarian) of San Augustine, Texas
A host of other relatives and friends.
Services entrusted to Percy Garner and Son Mortuary, San Augustine, Texas.
11/05/2018
Willie B. Allen (92) of Center, Texas died Saturday November 3, 2018 at Pine Grove Nursing Center in Center, Texas. Funeral service will be Saturday, November 10, 2018 at St John Baptist Church in the Africa Community at 11:00am. Mrs. Allen was born on December 29, 1925. Rev. C. R. Williams Sr. will be the Eulogist.
Mrs. Allen is survived by:
Son: Elvin Allen Jr (Edwena) of Ft. Worth, Texas
Daughter: Emelda Allen, Thomas (Michael) of Houston, Texas
Grandchildren: Christopher D. Roberts of Nacogdoches, Texas; Maraino F. Polley (Triquina) of Center, Texas; Amanda N. Lindsey of Carthage, Texas; and Andrew L. Lindsey II of Waco, Texas
Great-Grandchildren: Ce’Kyia Montgomery, Kadence Polley, and Madilyn Polley
Special Niece: Gaynell Holman of Pineland, Texas
Visitation: Friday, November 9, 2018, from the hours of 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Hicks Chapel (804 Martin Luther King Drive)
Committal: St. John Cemetery in Center, Texas
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas.
11/1/2018
Charles Morris Perkins, 91, of Timpson, Texas passed away Wednesday, October 31, 2018, in Nacogdoches, Texas. Born December 7, 1926, in Redland, Texas to the late John Lester and Irene Elizabeth (Burnett) Perkins. Funeral service will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at First United Methodist Church, Timpson, Texas, with Rev. Matt Cecil and Jean Ferrero officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson, Texas. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 2, 2018 from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM at First United Methodist Church, Timpson,Texas.
Morris was born and raised in Redland, Texas. After graduating from high school, he joined the United States Marines and served his country for several years. When he returned from service, Morris attended Stephen F. Austin State University, achieving a Masters Degree in History and Geography. He met the love of his life, Peggy Julian, and the two were married on February 23, 1951, spending more than 67 wonderful years together.
He spent over 37 years in the teaching and administrative role in the Port Neches Independent school system. Morris enjoyed spending time on the farm while his health would allow, geneology, church choir, poetry, and traveling whenever possible. He was a member of the PTA, NEA, Toastmaster, Fun Travelers, and Rotary Club. Morris was an active member of First United Methodist Church Timpson.
Morris is survived by his loving wife, Peggy Julian Perkins; sons, David Burnett Perkins and wife Michelle, James Calvin Perkins, William Hardin Perkins; grandchildren, Sarah Perkins, Johnathon Perkins, Hannah Perkins, Phillip Perkins; and a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John Lester and Irene Elizabeth (Burnett) Perkins; son, Phillip Julian Perkins; and seven siblings.
Memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society, https://donate3.cancer.org, Methodist Children’s Home, www.mch.org/donate/, or the Salvation Army, www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/.
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.
11/1/2018
Mr. Maurice Jackson, 80, of San Augustine, Texas. Mr. Jackson passed away on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at CHI St. Luke Hospital in Lufkin, Texas.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 3, 2018 2pm at Mt. Horeb Baptist Church with interment to follow at Haley Bush Cemetery with Rev. Bradley Hale, Officiating.
Visitation will be held the day of the service at Garner and Son Chapel from 8:30pm until 12:30pm at Mt. Horeb Baptist Church from 1pm until service time.
Survivors include:
Wife: Lois Ray Jones of San Augustine, Texas
Sons:
Lenard Jackson (Pamela) of San Augustine, Texas
Robert Jackson (Alice Holmes) of San Augustine, Texas
Mark Anthony Jones (KK Bates Jones) of Lufkin, Texas
Grandchildren: 4 Great-Grandchildren
Brother: Dennis “Nick” Jackson of San Augustine, Texas
Sister: Mozell Smith of Center, Texas
A host of Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends.
10/30/2018
James Saul Cunningham, 71, of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday, October 2, 2018, in Center.
Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 3, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Mr. Cunningham was born May 14, 1947, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, to James Joseph Cunningham and Nidia Wiscovich Cunningham. He served in the United States Army from 1965 to 1968. Mr. Cunningham was a member of VFW Post #8904, Texas A&M Century Club, and St. John Episcopal Church.
He is survived by
Wife: Pam Cunningham of Joaquin
Children:
Richard Shafer of Center
Christopher Shafer of Joaquin
Jon Cunningham of St. Paul, Minnesota
Joe Cunningham of St. Paul, Minnesota
Grandchildren:
Cameron Shafer
Cyler Shafer
Brother: Bruce Cunningham and wife, Peggy, of Friendswood
Sisters:
Sigrid Stubner and husband, David, of Houston
Dee Dee Cunningham of Baytown
Preceded in death by
Parents: James Joseph Cunningham and Nidia Wiscovich Cunningham
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Wounded Warrior Project online at www.woundedwarriorproject.org, by phone 855.448.3997, or by mail PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/30/2018
In loving memory of Dave Edward DuBose Sr.
It is with great sadness that the family of Dave Edward DuBose Sr. announces his passing after a brief illness, on October 28th, 2018 at the age of 85 years.
Dave was born March 6, 1933, in Panola County, to Jennings Osward DuBose and Reba Rae Ware DuBose. He served in the United States Army and was a member of Tacoma, Washington Masonic Lodge #350 and First Baptist Church, Jacinto City.
Dave will be lovingly remembered by his surviving family: wife of 65 years, Dorothy Jean Crow DuBose; 3 children, Dave Edward “Crockett” DuBose Jr., Darla DuBose Janik, Carla DuBose LeBlanc and their spouses, Tammy DuBose and John Janik; 7 Grandchildren, Carly, Drew, Beau, Connor, Shae, Dalton and Carson; 5 Great grandchildren, Mary Milum and Rush DuBose, Layne and Abygail, and Kaydence Dugan.
He will also be fondly remembered by his remaining 2 brothers, Ben and Ray DuBose; 1 sister, Martha Anthony Byrd (Sissy); Sisters-in-law, Helen and Virginia and numerous nieces and nephews; relatives and friends.
He was pre-deceased by his beloved Father, Jennings Osward DuBose; and Mother, Reba Rae Ware DuBose; brothers: Jennings, Bryan, Bill, and Baby J.O.; sisters: Claudia Harper, Jean Ballard, and Mary Sue Chereene; as well as their respective spouses and many other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held at 11:00 a.m. Nov. 2, 2018 at Woods United Methodist Church, 383 CR 425, Tenaha, TX 75974 in Woods Community, Panola County.
Graveside service in honor of Dave will follow at 12:00 noon at Woods Cemetery with Bro. Mac Anthony officiating the service.
Post reception, with lunch provided, to be held at the Woods United Methodist Church fellowship hall.
Pallbearers will be Mr. DuBose’s grandchildren. Honorary pallbearers will be Howard Ballard, Raymond Harper, Chuck DuBose, Dwayne Land and John Janik.
While flowers/plants are appreciated, those who desire may make memorial donations in memory of Dave to Woods Cemetery Fund or to Woods United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 218, Tenaha, Texas 75974-0258.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/30/2018
John H. Elms, 85, of Joaquin, passed away Sunday, October 28, 2018, in Nacogdoches.
Funeral service will be held at 2pm, Friday, November 2, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. A private family interment will follow. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 1pm.
He is survived by
Wife: Anna Ruth Elms of Joaquin
Children:
Judith Kull and husband, Roger, of Cave Creek, Arizona
Rick Elms and wife, Brenda, of Joaquin
6 Grandchildren
7 Great Grandchildren
Preceded in death by Son: Johnny Elms
Parents: Randol E. Elms and Virl M. Hulsey Elms Brother: Thomas Elms
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be sent to Alzheimer's Association at https://www.alz.org/
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/28/2018
David Larry Hodges, 63, of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Monday, October 29, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at Cannon Cemetery in Shelbyville. Visitation will begin at 2:00 p.m.
Mr. Hodges was born July 1, 1955, in Shelbyville, to Willie Hodges and Marie Cooper Hodges. His hobbies included hunting, fishing and archaeology. Mr. Hodges loved spending time with his family.
He is survived by
Wife: Joanne Hodges
Children:
Brandi Hodges
Stepchildren:
Jessica Choat and husband, Kerry
Michael Collins and wife, Jenny
Tiffany Thompson and husband, Brandon
Grandchildren:
Tre Sims
Trent Sims
Trace Sims
Trinity Sims
Taylor Balliett
Kaitlyn Balliett
Jesse McPherson
Hunter Collins
Aidan Thompson
Great-Granddaughter: Magnolia Balliett
Brothers:
Charles Hodges and wife, Judy
Robert “Sheep Dog” Smith
Preceded in death by
Parents: Willie Hodges and Marie Cooper Hodges
Brothers: Johnny Hodges, Waymon Hodges
Pallbearers will be Sheep Dog, Mark Hodges, Tre Sims, Michael Collins, Kerry Choat and Kerry Lucas. Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Hodges, Paul Wright, Jesse McPherson and Jessie Ramey.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Brandi Hodges for Project Cemetery, 1433 Holly Drive, Center, Texas 75935.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/25/2018
Belinda Rene Adams, 38 of Center, passed away Wednesday in Carthage, Texas.
Funeral service is at 2pm Saturday, October 27, 2018 at Abundant Love Ministries, Center, Texas. Interment is at St. John Cemetery in Tenaha, Texas with Pastor Marlon Cloudy, Sr. Officiating.
She is survived by:
Daughter: DoKawa Washington of Carthage
Father: Bryan Adams, Sr. of Floresville, TX
Mother: Linda Riggans of Carthage
Grandmother: Josephine Moore of Nacogdoches
Brother: Bryan Adams, Jr. of Tenaha
Services under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
10/24/2018
Kenneth Risinger, 71, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, October 23, 2018, in Benton, Arkansas.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 25, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 26, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Windham and Bro. Billy Windham officiating. Interment will follow at West Hamilton Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Mr. Risinger was born May 5, 1947, in Center, to Ross Risinger and Laverne Wilburn Risinger.
He is survived by
Children:
Dejuana Risinger and partner, Tiffany Zachary
Clinton Risinger and wife, Brenda
Stepchildren:
Brent Risinger and wife, Valerie
Chasity Beam and husband, Shawn
Grandchildren:
Colton Risinger
Heaven-Lei Herrera
Rachel Miller
Andrew Risinger
Trey Addison
Nicky Pugh
Jessica Vaughn
Matthew Risinger
8 Great Grandchildren
Sister: Evonne Smith and husband, Roy
Brother-in-law: Kester Bass
Sister-in-law: Hazel Risinger
Preceded in death by
Wife: Julie Risinger
Wife: June Dobos
Parents: Ross Risinger and Laverne Wilburn Risinger
Brother: Butch Risinger
Sister: Merle Bass
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/24/2018
Maryiln Lynn Ross Dickinson, 46, of Center, passed away Wednesday, October 24, 2018, in Longview.
Visitation will be held from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, October 25, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 26, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Larry Byrd and Bro. Rob Horn officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mrs. Dickinson was born October 29, 1971, in Carthage, to M.L. Ross and Orlene Selph Ross. She loved shopping and spending time with her nieces and nephews. She was a member of Neuville Baptist Church.
She is survived by
Husband: Billy Dickinson
Mother: Orlene Ross
Brothers:
Bobby Sides and wife, Kimberly
Mark Sides and wife, Jeri
Nieces and Nephews:
Leanna Sides
Ethan Sides
Kelly Sides
Uncles and Aunts:
Sonny and Carol Selph
Philip and Denise Ross
Sandra and Tommy Raska
Myrle and Tammy McCullough
Father-in-law and Mother-in-law: Glen and Linda Hutto
Numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, other relatives
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Father: M.L. Ross
Grandparents: Orda and Christine Selph, Minden and Laura Ross
Uncles: Chuck, Troy, Jimmy, and Joe Ross
Pallbearers will be David Head, Andrew Williams, John Sanchez, Adrian Allen, Jimmy Welch and Charles Adamcyrk.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/24/2018
Gene Hudman, 89, of Timpson, Texas passed away Tuesday, October 23, 2018, surrounded by loved ones. Born March 25, 1929, in Caledonia, Texas to the late Ernest and Ethel (Taylor) Hudman.
Funeral service will be held at 11AM on Friday, October 26, 2018 at Taylor Funeral Home, with Bro. Ronnie Sowell and Bro. Jimmy Nix officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 26, 2018 from 9AM – 11AM at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson,Texas. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson, Texas.
Gene was born and raised in Rusk County near Caledonia. After graduating from Mt. Enterprise High School, he entered the United States Armed Forces serving his great country. Gene met the love of his life, Eloise Mills, and the two were married in 1950, together spending more than 68 wonderful years together. Gene was a very kind, loving man. He devoted lots of his time to his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Whether it was watching them under the Friday night lights march or play football he was always present. He enjoyed spending time with his family.
He was a very kind, loving man, helping lots of folks throughout the years. If Gene told you something, it was going to be just that. His word was worth everything. He enjoyed the outdoors, whether he was fishing, or tending to his cows. One of his favorites was giving out Georges, $1 bills, to the children whom he thought so much of and loved dearly.
Gene is survived by his loving wife, Eloise Mills Hudman; daughters, Marianne Hancock and husband Huey, Melanie Rader and husband Jim; grandchildren, Philip Hudman, Stephen Hancock and wife Ginny, Justin Hancock and wife Laura, Jennifer Hudman, Adam Hudman, Kaylie Rader, Kaela Hudman, Kristyn Rader; great granchildren, Samuel Hancock, Dallas Messer, Madalyn Hancock, Abigail Hancock, Bryce Hancock; and a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Ethel Taylor Hudman; son, Donald Gene Hudman; grandson, Andrew Hancock; brothers, Harvey Hudman, Barna Hudman, Troy Hudman, Noble Hudman, Claude Hudman, Adrian Hudman, Billy Joe Hudman; sisters, Madge Acrey, and Marie Nix.
Memorial donations may be made to Good Hope Baptist Church, Building Fund, P. O. Box 839, Timpson, Texas, 75975.
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.
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