Shelby County Today

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

04/06/2018

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

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

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

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.

04/03/2018

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.

04/02/2018

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

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

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