Shelby County Today

09/07/2016

Maurice Scott, 81, of Center, passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2016, in Nacogdoches.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, September 9, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 10, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Levard Swindle officiating. Interment will follow at Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County.

Mr. Scott was born August 18, 1935, in Shelby County, to Austin Tracy Scott and Florene Bittick Scott.  He was an avid horse lover and an accomplished guitar player.  He was of the Jehovah’s Witness Faith.

He is survived by
Wife: Daphine Scott of Center

Daughters: 
Jolene Scott Busby and husband, Howard, of Center
Melanie Annette Scott of Center

Grandchildren:
Jennifer Windham and husband, Jonathan, of Many, Louisiana
Richard Howard Busby III and Kayla Garrett of Coppell 
Austin James Johnson and Krystin Pennington of Huxley
Anthony Scott Johnson, US Navy of San Diego, California

Great Grandchildren:
Nicholas Windham
Rhiannon Windham
Nicole Grace Johnson
Braylynn Garcia

Brothers-in-law: 
Clayton Warren and wife, Margaret, of Center
Roddy Barr and wife, Fran, of Weimar

Special Friend: Mattie Martin of Center

Numerous other relatives

A host of friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: Austin Tracy Scott and Florene Bittick Parker

Pallbearers will be Austin Johnson, Jonathan Windham, Anthony Johnson, Howard Busby, Richard Howard Busby III, Clayton Warren, Mike Johnson and Jerry Lynch.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association (http://www.alz.org/join_the_cause_donate.asp) or National Parkinson Foundation (200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131).

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

09/07/2016

Graveside service for Barbara Ann Youngblood, 57, of Houston, Texas will be Friday, September 9, 2016 at Corinth Cemetery, Timpson, Texas at 12:00 pm with Bro. Levi Cohorst officiating.  

Barbara Ann went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ due to a long illness while residing at Spring Branch Transitional Care Center in Houston, Texas on September 4, 2016. She was born in Houston, Texas on November 4, 1958 to Charles P. Youngblood and Lola Pearl Youngblood who both preceded her in death. She had seven siblings who also preceded her in death.

She is survived by one brother Charles O. Youngblood of Houston, along with many nephews and nieces. Even though born in Houston she lived most of her life in Timpson, Texas. She was a loving caring person she enjoyed life and her family very much we will miss her dearly.

The family is being served by Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson, Texas. To send condolences or to sign an online register, visit www.taylorfh.net.

09/05/2016

Bobbie Floyd Russell, 58, of Joaquin, passed away Sunday, September 4, 2016, at her residence.

Graveside service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 7, 2016, at Lone Cedar Cemetery in Joaquin.

Mrs. Russell was born July 11, 1958, in Houston, to James Daniels and Opal Smith Daniels.  She loved fishing and spending time with her family.

She is survived by
Husband: Steve Russell of Joaquin

Daughter: Tonya Wagstaff and husband, John, of Joaquin

Son: Robert Floyd and wife, Brandi, of Joaquin

Grandchildren:
J.R. Wagstaff
Hunter Wagstaff
Urijah Floyd
Perry Floyd

Sister: Debbie Parker of Joaquin

Brother: Rex Clevenger of Beaumont

Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Grandson: Grayson Floyd
Step-son: Michael Joseph Russell
Parents: James Daniels and Opal Smith Daniels
Brother: Kenneth Clevenger
Sisters: JoAnn Clevenger, Patricia Green

Pallbearers will be Rodney Rodgers, Jeff Rodgers, Steve Rodgers, Don Russell and Kenny Eslick.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to assist with funeral expenses.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

09/05/2016

Robert W. Aylor, 58, of Joaquin, passed away Sunday, September 4, 2016, in Center.

Services are pending at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Mr. Aylor was born June 19, 1958, in Houston, to Fred Aylor and Cindy Lucille Smith Aylor.  He enjoyed guns, fishing and mechanic work.

He is survived by
Sisters:
Renee Kelley
Diane LaCombe

Brothers:
Alfred LaCombe
Sidney LaCombe
Joey LaCombe

Aunt: Janie M. Smith

Stepsons: 
Daniel Anding
Josh Anding

Numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: Fred Aylor and Cindy Lucille Smith Aylor Workman
Brothers: Ronnie Aylor

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to assist with funeral expenses.
 
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

09/01/2016

Early Monday morning, August 29,2016, Ella McBride Williams received her eagle wings as stated in Isaiah 40:31. She was the 5th child born on February 23, 1933 to Thomas and Louella Williams in Center, Texas. 

In 1951, she married Bennie McBride and moved to Dallas, Texas. They had four beautiful daughters before his untimely death in 1959, leaving her to raise them alone. Ella worked hard to support her girls as a maid in private homes. Around 1970, she began working for Mrs. Gloria Nelson as her housekeeper. Over the years, the relationship evolved into a friendship. When she went to clean her house each Saturday, she and Mrs. Nelson ate and talked, making cleaning the house secondary. Approximately two years ago, Ella could no longer work due to her declining health. Mrs. Nelson continued to pay until her death. 

Ella accepted Christ at an early age while living in Center, Texas. After moving to Dallas, she joined New Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church in West Dallas where she and her girls served faithfully. Upon moving to Oak Cliff and later Duncanville, Ella joined Lighthouse Church Of God In Christ where she served for 36 years, until her transition. She served in many ministries; The Mother's Council, Golden Girls Choir, Children's Nursery, and Prayer Band. 

All who knew Ella knew how much she loved the Lord and her family. When she was not at church, she spent her time working crossword puzzles while watching Wheel of Fortune and Jimmy Swaggart. 

She was preceded in death by her youngest daughter, Deborah McBride, parents, Thomas & Louella Williams, two brothers, J.D. Lane and Prentice Williams. Six sisters preceded her in death; Mozell Suell, Odell Williams, Bertha Williams, Willie Palmer, Winnie Morris, and Ruby Suell. 

She is survived by: 
Sisters; Dee Rosenthal, Juanita McClelland, and Evelyn Jackson(Edward) 
Brothers; Thomas Williams(Vera), Sammy Williams, James Williams(Bobbie), Riley Williams(Michelle), Robert Williams, and Kenneth Williams 
Brother-in-law, Odie Suell
Daughters; Carolyn Stennett, Sandra McGuire (Sammy, Sr.) and Esther Armstead(Clifford). 
Grandchildren; Shanterra McBride, Clifford Armstead II, Sametra McGuire, Sammy McGuire, Jr., Melsha Stennett, Jacoby Stennett, Kimberly Stennett, Shelton McGuire, Rashad Diggles, Bryan Diggles, and Jennifer Diggles. 
10 great grandchildren
Additionally, she is survived by many nieces, nephews, and a faithful friend, Mable Moffett.

08/31/2016

Gladys Janette Moore, 78, of Stringtown, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, August 29, 2016, in Durant, Oklahoma.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, September 1, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Don Windham officiating.  Interment will follow at Smith Cemetery in Shelby County.  A visitation will be held prior to the funeral service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Mrs. Moore was born December 20, 1937, in Pelican, Louisiana, to Alfred Burns and Ola Matthews Burns.  She enjoyed gardening, fishing, cooking and going to church. Mrs. Moore loved her family.

She is survived by

Daughter: Donna Selph of Stringtown, Oklahoma

Son: Tom Keggereis of Stockton, Missouri

Grandchildren:
Benjamin Keggereis
Carrie Keggereis
Jamie Tuttle
Jennifer Gallo
Christin “Vicky” Chaffin
Codi Burleson
Jana Lynn Keggereis
Rachel Brubaker
Terry Keggereis Jr.
Michael Keggereis

19 Great-Grandchildren

Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Son: Terry Keggereis
Parents: Alfred Burns and Ola Matthews Burns

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

08/29/2016

Doyle Luman, 83, of Nacogdoches formerly of Center passed away Monday, August 29, 2016 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.

Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday August 31, 2016 at Mt. Herman Cemetery with Bro. Bobby Warr officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born October 10, 1932 in Shelby County to Jesse Lee and Frances (Warr) Luman. He served in the US Army during the Korean War and upon his return he went to work for Center Coca Cola. He started as a delivery person and worked his way up to manager and spent 50 happy years serving his customers in Center and the surrounding counties. He always believed he worked for the best company in the world and was known as Mr. Coca Cola in the area.

He is preceded in death by parents, his two sisters, Mozelle Smith and Becky McSwain and one brother, Redell Luman. He was also preceded in death by his dear son, Gregory Mack Luman.

He is survived by:

Wife of 59 years: Billie Frances Luman of Nacogdoches

Daughter: Selina Luman of Nacogdoches

Numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends

Special Friends: Fred & Judy Hughes of Lufkin

If you would like to make a memorial donation, please do so to the Center Roughrider scholarship in memory of his son, Greg Luman

Pallbearers: Bob Reeves, Frank Hoppe, Jesse Hughes, Mark Jenkins, John Dora & Jeff Warr
Honorary Pallbearers: Fred Hughes, Joe Shofner, Burley Lamb, Bill Holt & Dale Otto

You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

08/27/2017

Ann Gregston Rash Reeves, 72, of Joaquin, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2016, at her residence.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, August 29, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 30, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Gordon Vaughn and Bro. Jeff Spring officiating.  Interment will follow at Liberty Hill Cemetery in San Augustine.

Mrs. Reeves was born December 18, 1943, in Orange, to Luke Gregston and Bulah Truitt Gregston.  He loved fishing and was a member of Lydia Baptist Church.  

She is survived by
Sons:
Derrick Rash of Joaquin
Larry Rash of Etoile

Grandchildren:
Melisa Moore and husband, Danny, of Beaumont
Chris Rash and wife, Amanda, of Washington
Brandon Rash of Fresno, California
Chuck Rash and wife, Suzzette, of Fresno, California

Four Great-Grandchildren

Sisters:
Jean Rash of Jasper
Kathlenne Matthews of Center

Brother: Kenneth Gregston of Shelbyville

Preceded in death by
Husband: Charles A Rash Sr.
Husband: Gene Reeves
Son: Charles A Rash Jr.
Daughter: Tammy Rash Mikesh
Parents: Luke Gregston and Bulah Truitt Gregston

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

08/25/2016

Murray (Shoboo) Johnson, Jr., 65 of Center, passed away Tuesday morning, August 23, 2016 at Nacogdoches Medical Center, Nacogdoches, Texas.

Service will be held at 1pm Saturday, August 27, 2016 at Triumph Center Church, Center, Texas with interment at Westview Cemetery, Center, Texas with Bishop Howard Cloudy officiating.

He is survived by:

Wife, Delories Johnson of Center

Sons:
Murray Johnson III of Beeville, Texas
Murray Johnson IV of Beeville, Texas
Shevikski Johnson of Center

Daughter, Shalonda Wards of Beeville, Texas

Grandchildren, 3 Great-Grandchildren

Sister, Annie Watts of San Augustine

Brothers:
James Whitsey of Center
Junior C. Whitsey of Center

Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.