Obituaries
04/10/2018
Bryant Haden Birdwell, 75, passed away Monday, April 9, 2018, in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born to Lawrence Birdwell and Wanda Fountain Birdwell on June 29, 1942, at home on Flower Mountain, Nacogdoches County, Texas. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, better known as Pappy. He was an active member of Trawick Presbyterian Church, and enjoyed visiting Center First United Pentecostal Church with his son, Del, and his family.
Visitation is Thursday, April 12, 2018 from 5pm until 7pm and funeral service is Friday, April 13th at 10am with Rev Andy Wilson and Rev David O’Neal officiating. Visitation and funeral are at Dickie Allen Funeral Home in Cushing.
Bryant was the owner/operator of Lindy’s Grocery in Nacogdoches in the 70’s, then a salesman, and later manager of Crim Tobacco Company in Nacogdoches. He worked the last several years of his life for Tejas Paper and Chemical until he retired in 2016. Bryant was a true salesman and never met a stranger.
He grew up working hard, had an “old-time” work ethic, whether on the job or at home, and his word was his bond. He passed all the things he learned or taught himself to his son, Del, and his grandkids. It has been said many times that Bryant could truly “live off the land.” One of his very favorite things to do besides being with his family, was gardening, and did he ever know how to grow a bountiful garden! Summer after Summer, he and Edna spent countless hours putting up fresh produce, which they shared with many.
He had such a love for his family, and left his grandkids with wonderful memories such as, making up songs and singing and dancing with them before bed, riding them on his big, red tractor, teaching them his amazing cooking skills and secret recipes, and always reminding them to work hard and do well in whatever they did. He kept friends and family entertained with his story telling and super sense of humor, always had a joke to tell, enjoyed drinking coffee at the Country Kitchen with his lifelong friends, faithfully studied his Bible, and loved going to church.
He is survived by:
Wife of 54 years, Edna Shofner Birdwell, of Nacogdoches
Son, Del Birdwell and wife, Joanna Lout Birdwell, of Center
3 Grandchildren: Bethany Lee Birdwell, Brynna Jo Birdwell and Levi Martin Birdwell, all of Center
2 Brothers, Jack Birdwell and wife Joyce of Nacogdoches and Lamar Birdwell and wife Judy of Conroe
3 Sisters, Beth Rogers and husband, Jerry of Athens; Barbara Hicks and husband, David of Dallas and Linda Wade and husband, Stanley of Sacul.
Numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Lawrence Birdwell and Wanda Fountain Birdwell
Brothers and Sister: Joe Birdwell, Bobby Birdwell, Jimmie Birdwell and Betty Birdwell
Pallbearers: Joe Henderson, Marty Cox, Billy Birdwell, Steve White, Brad Rogers, and Blane Wade
Honorary pallbearers: James Shofner, Conrad Corley, Mike Russell, Ron Tooley, Wayne Hare, Jim Howell, and Gary Morse.
Services are under the direction of Dickie Allen Funeral Home in Cushing, Texas.
04/10/2018
Stephens "Steve" B. Campbell, 78, of Nacogdoches, Texas, passed away on March 21, 2018 in Nacogdoches. He was born on March 26, 1939 in Houston, Texas to Cyril Henry Campbell and Mary Inez Stephens Campbell. A private family memorial will be held at a later date.
Steve, as most knew him, loved to deep sea fish. There was nothing like being out on the open water and casting a line out for those hidden treasures of the deep. He also liked collecting stamps; a passion he had pursued since the age of 12. Steve had an array of other hobbies and activities that he enjoyed like watching wrestling, playing pool and even trying his luck at gambling every once in a while. You also might have found him perusing the aisles of flea markets, garage sales, estate sales and auctions. Steve had a knack for old things and enjoyed shuffling through the antique items being sold at different places. He was of the Presbyterian faith.
Steve is survived by:
Wife, Bessie Annette (Kim) Campbell
Son, Stephens Brady "Skip" Campbell, Jr. and wife, Cherri of Longview
Daughter, Shelley Porter and husband, Jody of Center
Grandchildren:
Brian Campbell and wife, Jessica
Brieanna Campbell
Sabrina Campbell
Brittany Campbell
Kristy Campbell
Ashley Chandler and husband, Ryan
Colton Thompson and wife, Briana
Sarah Barbee and husband, Clay
Great-grandchildren: Beaux Campbell, Drake Lutz, Racyn Chandler, Jace Thompson, Hallie Barbee and Chayton Barbee
And a host of nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Cyril and Mary Campbell; mother of his children, Bonnie Windham; and brother, Bobby Ray Campbell.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home in Center, Texas. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
04/10/2018
Lorelei Sample, 76, of Center, Texas, passed away on April 10, 2018 in Center. She was born on January 16, 1942 in Center to Willie Sample and Alma Mae Metcalf Sample. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at Oaklawn Memorial Park with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. A visitation will be held from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM on Thursday April 12, 2018 at Mangum Funeral Home.
Lorelei grew up in the Dreka Community in Shelbyville, Texas. She loved the Lord and her family and chose to serve both for her entire life. Never having children of her own, Lorelei enjoyed spending time with and caring for her nieces and nephews. She made a living at home selling shoes throughout the area. Lorelei loved good food, her favorite being buttermilk and cornbread. If anyone was in need, she was quick to extend a helping hand, especially when it came to meals. It was no secret that Lorelei’s freezer was open to share with others. In her free time, she very much enjoyed coloring and working through puzzle books. Lorelei was of the Pentecostal faith.
Lorelei is survived by her brothers, Ronnie Sample and wife, Deborah of Jasper, Donald Sample and wife, Deloris of Quitman and Douglas Sample and wife, Myrtle of Pittsburg; numerous nieces, nephews and other family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Alma Sample; brother and sister-in-law, P.O. and Odelle Sample; and sister, Mildred Sample.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home in Center. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
04/09/2018
James Lee Diamond, infant son to Erika Diamond, passed away on March 30, 2018 in Nacogdoches. A private family graveside was held on Sunday, April 8, 2018 at Folsom Chapel Cemetery with Bro. Jerrod Nutt officiating.
James is survived by:
Mother, Erika Diamond
Brother, Michael Allen Nichols, Jr.
Grandmother, Suzy Diamond
Great-grandmother, Imogene Grantom
Aunts:
Anita Cooper
LaTonya Risinger
Uncles:
David Diamond and wife, Alaine
Wesley Diamond
Great-aunts:
Manuela Shoemaker
Cindy Wilkinson Sanders
Shirley Amburn
Great-uncles:
Kenneth Wilkinson
Tommy Wilkinson
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bubba and Kathy Diamond and Billy Diamond.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home in Center. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net
04/08/2018
David Whitton, 66, of Joaquin, passed away Saturday, April 7, 2018, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 12, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Sister Melba Rodgers officiating. Interment will follow at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin.
Mr. Whitton was born August 21, 1951, in Center, to T.J. Whitton and Lexa Willoughby Whitton. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking and building just about anything. He was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by
Children:
Rhonda Villarreal and husband, Luis, of DeBerry
Kimberly Griffin and husband, Billy, of San Augustine
Angela Whitman and husband, Goldman, of Joaquin
Crystal Berg and husband, Lydell, of Center
Michael Whitton of Huntsville
Grandchildren:
Vickie Espinoza
Dawntee Olalde and husband, Boti
Miguel Espinoza and wife, Julie
Justin Griffin and wife, Catherine
Wesley Griffin
Tyler Griffin and wife, Carolyn
Austin Griffin and wife, Destiny
Kellie Griffin
Catilyn Daniels
Conner Whitton
Blayne Whitton
Cody Berg
Breia Lout
Britni Davis and husband, Eric
13 Great-Grandchildren
Sisters and Brothers:
Annette Bradshaw of Timpson
Joyce Wolfe and husband, Ronnie, of Timpson
Francis Miller and husband, Rick, of Orange
Cecil Whitton and wife, Kay, of Timpson
Zaundra Whitton of Joaquin
Special Friend: Ricky Tindol of Shelbyville
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Wife: Peggy Whitton
Granddaughter: Maranda Whitton
Great Grandson: Ryder Griffin
Parents: T.J. Whitton and Lexa Willoughby Whitton
Brothers: John Whitton, Roger Whitton
Sister-in-law: Edith Whitton
Brother-in-law: Dale Bradshaw
Pallbearers will be Mr. Whitton’s grandchildren and nephews.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
04/06/2018
Eula Annice Richardson Hughes, 86, of Nacogdoches, Texas passed away on April 5, 2018 in Nacogdoches, Texas. Born September 26, 1931 in Center, Texas, Eula Annice is the daughter of the late Donley S. and Ruby (Waits) Richardson. Graveside service will be held at 2PM, Saturday, April 7, 2018 at Cedar Yard Cemetery, CR 4356, Tenaha, Texas with Bro. Walter Pickens officiating. Visitation will be held from 10AM – 12PM, Saturday, April 7, 2018 at Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, Texas, 75975.
Eula was born and raised in Shelby County. She married the love of her life, Howard Lynn Hughes, in September 1951 and spent over 53 years with him before his passing in 2005. Together they raised three wonderful children whom Eula enjoyed spending much time with. Eula enjoyed fishing and camping on the Sabine River and Murvaul Creek early in life. She enjoyed the outdoors, watching the birds, gardening, and working the flowers. She also loved doing crafts, sewing, crocheting, and listening to country music. Eula treasured the moments she spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She loved each one of them immensely.
She is survived by:
Her sons:
Michael Hughes and wife Marie of Nacogdoches, Texas
Thomas Hughes and wife Angela of Garrison, Texas
Daughter: Deborah Moore and husband David of Palestine, Texas
Special family member: Tracy Marshall and husband Ed of Nacogdoches, Texas
Grandchildren:
Stacy Hughes and wife Kayla
Karen Payne and husband Eddy
April Moore
Austin Moore and wife Jennifer
Tommy Hughes
Christina Thompson and husband Wes
Richard Hughes
Great-grandchildren:
Jessy Reeves and husband Justin
Branden Hughes
Haley Casey and husband Colton
Kelsey Payne
Mackenzie Payne
Aliya Guster
Jayla Guster
A.J. Moore
Levi Moore
Jaxson Moore
Great-great-grandchildren:
Presleigh Casey
Conley Casey
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
She is preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Howard Lynn Hughes; and brother, Harold Richardson.
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.
04/06/2018
Anna Mae Marcotte Grayson passed away on March 22, 2018 in Nacogdoches, Texas with her husband of 65 years, Paul, by her side. Many other family members were there to comfort her during her final days as well. Anna was born in Charenton, Louisiana on February 21, 1934. She is preceded in death by her parents, Emma and Emile, her brothers, Emile Jr., Roland, Raleigh, and Bernice Marcotte, and her sons, Grant Timothy and Todd Corey Grayson.
She is survived by her beloved baby sister, Marjorie Mae, her devoted husband, Paul, sons, Paul Jr., Mark Randall and her daughters-in-law, Marjorie and Sally. She is also survived by daughter, Janelle Ellen, granddaughters, Emma Graciela, Nadia Lucia Torres and their father, Juan Torres. Many members of her extended family were always in her heart as well. Among them were her sisters-in-law, Susan Kawaja, Alene Whiddon, Betsy Chambliss, her brothers-in-law, as well as several beloved nieces and nephews.
Anna symbolized her dedication to Jehovah by water baptism on September 9, 1961. She never wavered in the hope of a resurrection when she will be able to see her loved ones again. She volunteered her time as an auxiliary pioneer when her health allowed and was happiest when she was in the company of her brothers and sisters in the congregations she attended over the years.
Anna was a talented artist and loved any painting by the French Impressionist, Claude Monet, but especially The Japanese Footbridge, which appears on the program cover. Her granddaughters, Emma and Nadia, brought much joy into her life especially when her health began to falter. Her infectious laughter and sassy sense of humor will not soon be forgotten. She adored the food of her Cajun heritage; especially gumbo. She enjoyed traveling with her family when her children were young, and in later life, with her constant companion, Paul. Sanibel Island and Fort Myers were among her favorite spots to visit.
04/06/2018
Albert Lee Barnfield, 57, of Center, passed away Friday, March 30, 2018, in Tyler.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, April 8, 2018, at Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County.
Mr. Barnfield was born February 27, 1961, in Dallas, to Lee James Barnfield and Juanita Sampson Barnfield. He loved his job and his family.
He is survived by
Wife: Alice Kay Welch
Parents: Lee James Barnfield and Juanita Sampson Barnfield
Children:
Clayton Patrick Barnfield
Jennifer Lee Barnfield
Priscilla Hudson
Shawn Canales
Summer Sims
Tracy Hewitt
Tia Kae Knoll
Steven Ray Knoll
Grandchildren:
Katy Sims
William Smith
Steven Smith
Michael Anthony Rosas II
Brianna Rosas
Frank Rosas
Jacqueiline Canales
Jayleen Canales
Jonatan Canales
Pharoh Canales
Aniyah Canales
Honesty Nicole Barnfield
Clayton Edward Barnfield
Santana Marie Barnfield
Matthew Lynn Barnfield
Raylee Maye Barnfield
Rylee Faye Barnfield
Anthony James Walsh
Katie Lee Hinton
Kevin Maurice Hilton
Kylee Nicole Wiliston
Great-Grandchild: Maddison Lee Rosas
Sisters:
Elaine Williams Belanger
Helen Barnfield Ratcliff
Glenda Kay Williams
Mary Jane Marty Boren
Best Friends:
Michael Jordan and Stacey Roth
Preceded in death by
Brothers: Oliver G. Williams, G.B. Williams Jr., Buster Bob Barnfield, Joel. E. Mary
Sisters: Linda Fay Williams Cashion Livingston
Best Friend: Stanley James Knoll
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/05/2018
Johnnie W. Booth, 86, of Bayfield, Colorado, formerly of Shelby County, passed away Monday, April 2, 2018, at his residence in Bayfield.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, April 8, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at noon.
Mr. Booth was born December 5, 1931, in Sweeney, Texas, to John Booth and Nellie Maude Drace Booth.
He is survived by
Children:
Cherri Dodd and husband, Roger, of Bayfield, Colorado
Frank Booth and wife, Candie, of Newton, Texas
Grandchildren:
Heather Sturzenacker and husband, Scott, of Canoga Park, California
Shannon Booth of Newton, Texas
Justin Booth of Newton, Texas
Great-Grandson: Jackson Tyler Sturzenacker of Canoga Park, California
Preceded in death by
Wife: Marian Frances Booth
Parents: John Booth and Nellie Maude Drace Booth
Brother: Joe Booth
Sisters: Leona Amburn, Violet Bonnett
Half Sister: Elsie Poole
Pallbearers will be Frank Booth, Justin Booth, Herbie Kelly, Troy Godeaux, John Oilfield and Dustin Poplin.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/05/2018
Harold Edward Bloodgood, 70, of Center, passed away Tuesday, April 3, 2018, at his residence.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, April 5, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 6, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Ozay Ford and Thomas Fields officiating. Interment will follow at Campti Methodist Cemetery in Shelby County.
Mr. Bloodgood was born September 23, 1947, in Houston, to Charles Bloodgood and Sarah Lorene Cox Bloodgood. He was of the Methodist faith.
He is survived by
Wife: Georgia Bloodgood of Center
Children:
Charles Bloodgood and wife, Denise, of Center
James Bloodgood and wife, Jill, of Center
Steve Bloodgood and wife, Lisa, of Center
Sheila Fountain and husband, Stephen, of Center
Grandchildren:
Sharon Anderson
Dustin Bloodgood
Austin Bloodgood
Justin Bloodgood
Will Blackwell
Jennifer Green
Lucas Blackwell
Brittany Bloodgood
Naythen Bloodgood
Garrett Bloodgood
Bryce Bloodgood
Jacob Lang
Great-Grandchildren:
Mason Bloodgood
Kyla Bloodgood
Levi Livingston
Eli Livingston
Lyla Blackwell
Beau Blackwell
Sisters and Brother:
Bennie Sue Goss of Humble
Mary Lou Erwin of Humble
James White of Humble
Special Nephew: Mike Speedy of Center
Preceded in death by
Father: Charles Bloodgood
Mother: Sarah Lorene Cox White
Grandparents: Buddy and Susie Cox
Pallbearers will be Dustin Bloodgood, Austin Bloodgood, Justin Bloodgood, Will Blackwell, Michael Speedy, Jacob Lang, Naythen Bloodgood and Logan Speedy.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/05/2018
A.J. Runnels Jr., 75, of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday, April 3, 2018, in Shreveport, Louisiana, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 6, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 7, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mr. Runnels was born January 22, 1943, in Logan, to A.J. Runnels and Charlie Fate Briggs Runnels. His hobbies included fishing and strolling in his El Caminos. He loved spending time with his family. Mr. Runnels was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by
Children:
Alan J. Runnels of Joaquin
Donald R. Runnels of Joaquin
Kevin D. Runnels of Joaquin
Melinda Harvey and husband, Jason, of Joaquin
Brittany Whitton and husband, Gary, of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Stoney Runnels and wife, Jessica
Justin Runnels
Shelby Runnels
Heaven Umbrell and husband, Wesley
Nathan Runnels
Cody Runnels and wife, Vanessa
Anna Runnels
Ashlyn Wiggins and husband, Jared
Kristen Harvey
Addisyn Harvey
Camryn Runnels
Kolton Whitton
Landen Whitton
Harley Runnels
Great-Grandchildren:
Stormy Runnels
Trenton Runnels
Braylin Umbrell
Korbin Jackson
William Runnels
Matthew Runnels
Wrigley Umbrell
Zayne Klaire Wiggins
Numerous nieces, nephews and other family
A host of friends
Brother: Charles Runnels and wife, Marsha
Sisters:
Glenda
Rita Morris and husband, Donnie
Gail Fountain
Melissa Runnels
Preceded in death by
Loving wife of 51 years: Trudy Runnels
Parents: A.J. Runnels and Charlie Fate Briggs Runnels
Brother-in-law: Bryan Fountain
Pallbearers will be Stoney Runnels, Cody Runnels, Nathan Runnels, Ricky Pierce, “Bubba” Walters, Shelby Runnels, Justin Runnels and Tommy Bissell. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Compton, Gary Whitton, Travis Reneau, Joe Thomas and John Derek Adams.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/05/2018
Barbara Bussey Windham passed away at her home in Bossier City, LA, April 3, 2018. A private family memorial service will be held.
Barbara was a graduate of Center High School and Massey Business College. An astute business woman, she began her career working for her father in the family business, Bu-Pane Gas and Appliance.
Barbara married her high school sweetheart, John Dean Windham, and they would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this past December.
In 1970, Barbara and John opened Windham Home Furnishings and worked side by side until 1996 when the business was sold to Ivan Smith Furniture.
Barbara was an active leader in Beta Sigma Phi sororities, Center Reading Club, and many others. She was also a loyal supporter of John Dean when he served as Mayor of Center for over 20 years.
Barbara was a voracious reader of many genres and loved to travel. She also enjoyed caring for her plants and working in her yard. The consummate hostess, one of her favorite times was getting together with her group of life-long girl friends. Barbara was known for her quick wit and infectious laugh.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Dean; her parents, Mac and Mattie Lou Bussey; her brother, Charlie Mac Bussey; and her sister-in-law, Lucretia Liem Bussey.
Barbara is survived by:
Her sons:
Brad Windham of Center
John Phillip and her beloved daughter-in-law, Chana, of Bossier City, LA
Michael Windham of Bossier City
Granddaughters:
Colleen Windham
Sarah Windham
Jessica Windham
Rebecca Windham
Sister: Mary Lou Lout and husband, Howard, of Center
A host of other family and friends
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, The American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.
04/05/2018
Jake Paul Porter, 82, of Center, Texas, passed away on April 1, 2018 in Center. He was born on June 7, 1935 in Center to Bud and Lula Mae Porter. A graveside service will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at Sardis Cemetery. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Sardis Methodist Church.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home in Center. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
04/03/2018
Kathy Himes, 64, of Nacogdoches, passed away on Monday, April 2, 2018 in Nacogdoches. Mrs. Himes was born on August 9, 1953 in Center, Texas. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
04/03/2018
Mary Ruth Shewmaker Tyre, 75, of Center, passed away Monday, April 2, 2018, in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 5, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mary was born September 26, 1942, in Dallas, to Markus Shewmaker and Dolly Mae McKnight Shewmaker. She was married to her forever sweetheart, Charles, for forty-eight years, until his passing on July 3, 2007. In her younger days, she enjoyed driving across the country in Charles’ big truck and seeing the world, particularly the mountains. She enjoyed cooking, reading, watching her soaps, and being with her family. Mary was the glue that made her family stick. She always went above and beyond for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was their rock! Seeing them is what she looked forward to the most. Her heart was full when they were around. She also loved her church family and was proud to say she loved the Lord. Her family will miss her greatly, but is comforted by knowing she is rejoicing with Charles, and will be a guardian angel watching over them.
She is survived by:
Children:
Chuck Tyre and wife, Mandy
Sandy Sanford
Chris Tyre
Grandchildren:
Kristy Horton and husband, Josh
Jennifer Gillespie and husband, Josh
Jessica Ross and husband, Jeff
Colton Tyre
Deeane Hughes
Ryleigh Hughes
Ethan Tyre
Bradley Richards and wife, Rose
Dustin Sanford and wife, Lisa
Christina Tyre
Scotty Tyre
Cash Tyre - Special Grandchild
Great-Grandchildren:
Taylor Horton
Logan Horton
Jaylee Gillespie
Jase Gillespie
Levi Ross
Harper Ross
Kiersten Richards
Connor Richards
Natalie Peace
Gracie Sanford
Kagen Barbee
Kenley Samford
Creek Boswell
Brothers:
James Marcus Shewmaker and wife, Helen
Mike Shewmaker and wife, Ethel
Special Friends: Virgil Duke and wife, Ruth
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Loving Husband of 48 Years: Charles Tyre
Parents: Markus Shewmaker and Dolly Mae McKnight Shewmaker
Grandson: Patrick Dustin Tyre
Great Grandson: Bradley Kent Richards
A special thank you to friends and loving staff at Pine Grove Nursing Home.
Pallbearers will be Josh Horton, Josh Shewmaker, Josh Gillespie, Jeff Ross, Billy White and Robert Samford. Honorary pallbearer will be J.C. Cagle.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/02/2018
Maynard Wilson, age 93, of Toledo Bend died March 26, 2018, at his residence.
Mr. Wilson was born February 11, 1925, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and spent many of his early years in Ohio. He was a graduate of Struthers High School in Struthers, Ohio, as well as the University of Southern California. He proudly served his country during World War II, entering service in the U.S. Army and later serving with the U.S. Army Air Corps.
He dedicated a great part of his life to the education of others. In addition to being a teacher, Mr. Wilson coached football and tennis along with being a yearbook and school newspaper sponsor. He was a drummer and and an outstanding vaudeville performer. Mr. Wilson had enjoyed success and author and playwright resulting in great performances and pleasurable reading.
Mr. Wilson was a world traveler, finding great joy in his many visits through the years. He enjoyed living the latter years of life at Toledo Bend.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara. They were married October 31, 1949, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
His survivors include his sons, Laurie Wilson and his wife Margaret of Toledo Bend, Texas, and Rick Wilson and his wife Traci of Elk Grove, California; and his grandchildren, Melayna and Matthew.
A life honoring service for Mr. Wilson is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 7, 2018, at Hemphill's First United Methodist Church, located at 181 Milam Street in Hemphill, Texas. Officiating will be Pastor Paula Copty-Duplant.
Visit www.ForestOaksFuneralHome.com to offer memories and condolences.
Arrangements are under the direction of T.A. Lane & Forest Oaks Funeral Home, located at 601 W. Gibson Street (Hwy. 190) in Jasper, Texas.
04/02/2018
Albert Lee Barnfield, 57, of Center, passed away Friday, March 30, 2018, in Tyler.
Mr. Barnfield was born February 27, 1961, in Dallas, to Lee James Barnfield and Juanita Sampson Barnfield. He loved his job and his family.
He is survived by
Wife: Alice Kay Welch
Parents: Lee James Barnfield and Juanita Sampson Barnfield
Children:
Clayton Patrick Barnfield
Jennifer Lee Barnfield
Priscilla Hudson
Shawn Canales
Summer Sims
Tracy Hewitt
Tia Kae Knoll
Steven Ray Knoll
Grandchildren:
Katy Sims
William Smith
Steven Smith
Michael Anthony Rosas II
Brianna Rosas
Frank Rosas
Jacqueiline Canales
Jayleen Canales
Jonatan Canales
Pharoh Canales
Aniyah Canales
Honesty Nicole Barnfield
Clayton Edward Barnfield
Santana Marie Barnfield
Matthew Lynn Barnfield
Raylee Maye Barnfield
Rylee Faye Barnfield
Anthony James Walsh
Katie Lee Hinton
Kevin Maurice Hilton
Kylee Nicole Wiliston
Great-Grandchild: Maddison Lee Rosas
Sisters:
Elaine Williams Belanger
Helen Barnfield Ratcliff
Glenda Kay Williams
Mary Jane Marty Boren
Best Friends:
Michael Jordan and Stacey Roth
Preceded in death by
Brothers: Oliver G. Williams, G.B. Williams Jr., Buster Bob Barnfield, Joel. E. Mary
Sisters: Linda Fay Williams Cashion Livingston
Best Friend: Stanley James Knoll
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/02/2018
Memorial service for Rosa Pena, 45, of Nacogdoches, Texas will be Saturday, April 7, 2018 at 11:00am at Todd Springs Baptist Church in (Old San Augustine Hwy) Shelbyville, Texas. Pena was born April 4, 1972 in Houston, Texas and raised in Shelbyville, Texas. Rosa died at her residence in Nacogdoches, Texas on March 28, 2018.
Rosa Pena is survived by:
Grandmother: Margureite King of Center, Texas
Daughter: Deundra Gray of Brookshire, Texas
Brother: Bridigo Pena (Michelle) of Joaquin, Texas
Sister: Dr. Margie Blount of Brookshire, Texas
Father: Bridigo Pena Sr (Olga) of Houston, Texas
Uncle: Roosevelt King Jr. of Shelbyville, Texas
Aunt: Dr. Jacqueline Pierre of Manama, Bahrain & Rosa Pena of Houston, Texas
Special Friend: Christopher Hart of Nacogdoches, Texas
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas
04/02/2018
Raquel Leon Garcia, 29, of Center, passed away Saturday, March 31, 2018, in Dallas.
Visitation will be held from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 3, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Mass will begin at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 4, 2018, with service following at 3:00 p.m., at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Father Juan Garcia officiating. Interment will be held at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mrs. Garcia was born September 6, 1988, in Center, to Nicolas Leon-Moreno and Maria D. Garcia de Leon.
She is survived by:
Husband: Salomon Sandoval
Son: Wylmer A. Fuentes
Mother: Maria D. Garcia de Leon
Stepfather: Juan Carlos Perez Lopez
Sister: Natalia Leon Garcia
Brother-in-law: Jesus Jimenez Salazar
Brother: Emmanuel Leon
Niece: Alejandra G. Jimenez
Aunt: Brenda Perez
Grandfather: Crecenciano Almaguer
Uncles:
Jose Martin Garcia Alvarez and wife, Delfina Lopez Velasquez
Milwaukee Garcia
Godfather: Jose Antonio Garcia
Numerous other aunts, uncles, cousins, a host of other friends and family
Preceded in death by
Grandfather: Jose Garcia Velazquez
Grandmothers: Raquel Alvarez Hernandez, Consuelo Moreno De Almaguer
Uncle: Alvaro Elias Garcia Alvarez
Pallbearers will be Jose Antonio Garcia, Salomon Sandoval, Milwaukee Garcia, Jesus Jimenez Salazar, Emmanuel Leon and Juan Carlos Perez. Honorary pallbearer will be Wylmer A. Fuentes.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/28/2018
Dr. William V. “Bill” Ginn, Jr., 87, of Center, passed away March 8, 2018, in Center.
Memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, April 7, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Karen Jones officiating.
Bill was born February 7, 1931, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Marie and William V. Ginn. The Ginns moved to Memphis, Tennessee, when Bill was a young child. Bill graduated from Memphis State University, where he majored in Pre-pharmacy. He then graduated from the University Of Tennessee School Of Pharmacy, where he was a member of Rho Chi, the National Honor Society of Pharmacy. Following graduation, he went to Miami, Florida to do pharmacy internship. It was there that he met the future Mrs. Ginn. He was invited to join the Army as a 2nd Lieutenant, and was sent to Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio. It was there that Eleanor and Bill were married in the Post Chapel. After their honeymoon, the Ginns were sent to Fort Sill Oklahoma in Lawton, Oklahoma. It was there that Bill became a helicopter pilot, and then a helicopter pilot instructor. This promotion meant another move to Ozark, Alabama, the Home of Fort Rucker, the Helicopter Training Base. After two years, he was granted an early release, and he entered the University Of Tennessee School Of Medicine in Memphis, Tennessee. He graduated from the School of Medicine as a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, the National Honor Society of Medicine.
After graduation, he did an internship and surgery residency at Methodist Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Bill practiced in Memphis with a surgical group, until he was asked to join a medical group in Union City, Tennessee. In 1977, he moved to Center, Texas, to join the Memorial Clinic with Doctors Hunter Mallory and Joe B. Hooker. In 1992, he was asked to head the Tenaha Clinic. He was there until he retired in 1992. Bill was a man of integrity with a great compassion for his patients. His greatest gift was what he gave to his patients, a caring reassurance that their doctor had cared for them as he sat at the end of the hospital bed and did what no x-ray, scan or lab could do. Bill was a member of First United Methodist Church in Center.
Bill was a golfer, duck hunter, fisherman, wood carver of caricatures, carpenter, artist, banjo player, avid reader, bluegrass music fan and jazz fan. He was always interested in furthering his knowledge of many subjects. The family enjoyed camping and travelling. Travelling to bluegrass festivals in “Little Darlin” was a favorite weekend adventure for Bill and Eleanor. Thursday was a special day for Bill. That’s the day the “Lunch Brunch” met to eat and ponder the great problems of our world.
Bill is survived by
Wife of 64 years and best friend: Eleanor of Center, Texas
Sons:
David Ginn of Center, Texas
Andy Ginn and wife, Jennifer, of Frisco, Texas
Granddaughter: Janie of Frisco, Texas
Grandson: Max of Frisco, Texas
Nieces and Nephew:
Elaine Pacello and husband, Tom, of Memphis, Tennessee
Ellen Porter and husband, Joe, of North Carolina
Bob and wife, Carol, of Olive Branch, Mississippi
Cousins:
Ana Marie Williamson and husband, Stephen, of Dallas, Texas
Ralph Riddle and wife, Jodi, of Rotan, Texas
His shadow and friend: Mollie
Preceded in death by
Parents: Marie and William Ginn
Brother: Dr. Bob Ginn
Niece: Elizabeth Fleming
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, Fannie Brown Booth Memorial Library, or the charity of your choice.
The family extends their special thanks to Accolade Hospice Staff Kerry, Jessica and Rita for their loving care for Dr. Ginn. Special thanks also to Vondell Sanders for his loving care for Dr. Ginn.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
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