Obituaries
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.
01/05/2017
Laverne Pate Pope, 87, of Wimberley, Texas, passed away on January 3, 2017 in Wimberley, Texas. She was born on August 27, 1929 in the Waterman Community, Shelby County, Texas, to Willie Bruce and Ida (Powdrell) Pate. Visitation will be on Friday, January 6, 2017 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson, Texas. Funeral service for Laverne will be on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas, with Bro. Blackie Cranford and Brandon Adkison officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Timpson, Texas.
Laverne was born and raised one of ten children in the Waterman Community in Shelby County. She graduated Timpson High School. Her hobbies included cooking, cleaning, and watching the Houston Oilers play football. She also enjoyed shopping, dancing, listening to music, and above all spending time with her family. Laverne found joy in baking pies anytime of the year. She especially enjoyed the fall of each year and getting dressed up especially at Halloween.
Laverne is survived by:
Her children:
La Ouida Faye Mora
Janis Mora
Randy Paul Mora and wife Lisa
Rhonda Michelle Hughes Compton and husband Thomas Jr.
Sister: Orine Ingram
Grandchildren:
La Nita Box Adkison and husband Gary
Robbie Box
Tonya Burkhalter
Yvonne Dee Birdwell Long and husband Yancey
Layla Denise Mora Wood
Lewis Paul Mora and wife Amanda
Mason David Mora
Douglas Paul Owen Jr.
Ashley Michelle Compton Warren and husband Andy
Thomas Cordell Compton
Great-grandchildren:
Brandon Adkison and wife Alicia
Brittany and the late Ryan King
Holly and the late Bryson Adkison
Rachelle Box Oliver and husband Rick
Logan Box
Valerie Hedrick
Tanis Scott
Katelynn Scott Ortiz and husband Omar
Shiloh Lemons and wife Alexia
Grason Long
Rhonya Long
Kai Wood
Lexy Wood
Kinley Mora
Lathan Mora
Rayce Owen
James Ryder Owen
Nathaniel Warren
Joselynn Warren
Great-great-grandchildren:
Presley Adkison
Brooks Adkison
Ford Adkison
Beckham King
Britton King
Paige Hedrick
Kennedy Adkison
Reese Oliver
A host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
She is preceded in death by her spouses, Pete Mora, Robert Ray Hughes, Larry Pope; sisters, LaMerle Cockerham, Oleta Darnell, Willie Day Green; brothers, Arvel Pate, RC Pate, William Pate, Pershing Pate, and Dalton Pate; and great-grandson, Bryson Adkison.
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.
01/05/2017
Jimmie McNeil Lawrence, 78, of Logansport, Louisiana, passed away January 4, 2017, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 7, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Freddie Bird officiating. Interment will follow at Pine Ridge Cemetery in Joaquin. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 noon.
Jimmie was born October 5, 1938, in San Augustine, to William Lawrence McNeil and Gladys Poindexter McNeil. She married John “Tiny” Lawrence on September 14, 1956, and the two were inseparable until his death on April 14, 2000.
She is survived by
Daughter: Sheila Posey and husband, Bo
Son: Steve Lawrence and wife, Mary
Sister: Dicie McGown
Grandchildren:
Trevor Lawrence and wife, Jessica
Britney Hudspeth and husband, Daniel
Great-Grandchildren:
Khoen
Kaleigh
Kyndall
Ava
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Husband: John “Tiny” Lawrence
Parents: William Lawrence McNeil and Gladys Poindexter McNeil
Sisters: Carmel “Daisy” Murray, Grace Greer
Brothers: Marcus McNeil, Arnold McNeil
Pallbearers will be Brent Greer, Seborn Greer, Buddy McGown, Clinton Layton, Donnie Belrose and Ronnie Belrose.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
01/04/2017
Ms. Rose B. Benton Kendall, age 79, of Hemphill, Texas. Ms. Kendall passed away on Friday, December 29, 2016 at Shady Shores Nursing Home in Hemphill, Texas.
Funeral service will be Saturday, January 7, 2017 11:00 a.m. Knox Chapel Baptist Church.
Interment will be at Union Grove Cemetery San Augustine, Texas with Rev. James Jenkins, Officiating.
Visitation & Wake
Friday, January 6, 2017 12:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Garner & Son Chapel
Survivors
Daughter: Idean Spriggs of Hemphill, Texas
6 Grandchildren
23 Great-grandchildren
14 Great-Great Grandchildren
Sister: Marvell Bennett Hamilton (Elgin) of Dallas, Texas
Sister-in-Law: Dessie Bennett of Houston, Texas
Aunts:
Arline Brooks of Nacogdoches, Texas
Emma Brooks of Venton, LA
As well as a host of other relatives and friends.
Services are under the direction of Percy Garner & Son Mortuary.
12/31/2016
Amanda Beene Matthews, 32, of Center, passed away Friday, December 30, 2016, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, January 2, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 3, 2017, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Mike Belgard officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Amanda was born March 26, 1984, in Suffolk, Virginia, to Ricky Beene and Vivian Ann Barnhill Beene. Her hobbies included crafting and photography. Amanda was a loving mother and wife. She attended First Baptist Church in Center.
She is survived by
Husband: Jud Matthews of Center
Children:
Wesley Matthews of Center
Annigail Matthews of Center
Cameron Matthews of Center
Parents: Ricky Beene and Vivian Ann Barnhill Beene of Center
Sister: Kim Pearce of Atlanta, Texas
Brother: James Lowe and wife, Lucy, of Suffolk, Virginia
Grandmother: Joyce Taylor of San Augustine
Father-in-law: Jimmy Matthews of Center
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Grandparents: Earl and Ruth Holland
Sister: Ashley Beene
Grandfather: Billy Taylor
Pallbearers will be Shelby County Sheriff’s Department.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/29/2016
Walter Harry Starr, Jr. was born March 12, 1937 in Crosby, Texas to Walter H. Starr Sr. and Mary Bearse Starr. He entered into rest on December 28, 2016 in Garrison, Texas.
Mr. Starr wishes was to be cremated with no service.
He is survived by:
Wife: Linda Starr of Garrison, Texas
Son: Michael Starr of Livingston, Texas
Daughters:
Christie Gilmore of Livingston, Texas
Sherrie Rouse of Brenham, Texas
7 Grandchildren
8 Great-Grandchildren
Sister: Maurene Starr of Huntsville, Texas
3 first cousins
Preceded in death by Parents: Harry and Mary Starr
The family is being served by Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas
12/28/2016
Lawrence D. “PawPaw” McDaniel, 97, of Broaddus, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2016, in San Augustine.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 30, 2016, at Macedonia Cemetery in Broaddus. Visitation will be held prior to the service at Macedonia Cemetery, beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Mr. McDaniel was born April 6, 1919, in Broaddus, to Elias Jasper McDaniel and Josie Horton McDaniel. He loved gardening, fishing and hunting. Mr. McDaniel was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by
Daughters:
Mary Broomfield and husband, Cecil, of Center
Bettye Lawson and husband, David, of Lufkin
Margaret Bates of Lufkin
Numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren
Sister: Lena Phillips of Broaddus
Daughters-in-law:
Louise McDaniel of Athens
Barbara McDaniel of Woden
Debra McDaniel of Rosevine
Carolyn McDaniel of Nacogdoches
Preceded in death by
Parents: Elias Jasper McDaniel and Josie Horton McDaniel
Wife: Margaret McDaniel
Sons: Lawrence McDaniel, Gladwyn McDaniel, Paul McDaniel, Robert McDaniel, Thomas McDaniel, John McDaniel
Grandchildren: Wesley Andrews, Tracy Guin, Roger McDaniel,
Great Grandchild: Roger Thomas McDaniel
Brothers: Bartley McDaniel, Elighie McDaniel
Sister: Bertha McDaniel Buryon
Pallbearers will be Mr. McDaniel’s grandsons.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/28/2016
William Roy O’Pry (Bopa),
78, of Center, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2016, at his residence.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, December 29, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 30, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Gaylord Hayes officiating. A military honors graveside service will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center under the direction of VFW Post 8904.
Mr. O’Pry was born January 29, 1938, in Groveton, to William Harper O’Pry and Ola Mae Nichols O’Pry. He served in the United States Airforce and later became a truck driver, from which he retired after forty years.
He is survived by
Wife: Jacqualine Delores Green O’Pry (Nana) of Center, Texas
Son: Gary Lynn O’Pry, Sr. and wife, Sheree, of Kemp, Texas
Daughters:
Debbie Gayle Hudspeth and husband, Frank, of Center, Texas
Vickie Jean Campbell and Juan Cuevas of Center, Texas
Grandchildren:
Brandy Ann Adkison and husband, Terry, of Center, Texas
Gary Lynn O’Pry, Jr. and wife, Sandra, of Forney, Texas
Brian Scott Murray and wife, Heather, of Dover, Ohio
James Hamilton Lang of Colorado
William Warren Campbell of Texas
Mindi Morie Chavez of Shreveport, Louisiana
Samuell Arron Murray and wife, Natasha, of Rockwood, Tennessee
Glenn Lee Lang and wife, Pamela, of Royse City, Texas
Timothy Joseph Murray and wife, Sondra, of Lewisville, Texas
Julia Lace Short and husband, Monty, of Athens
Numerous Great Grandchildren
Brothers:
Aurthur Floyd O’Pry and wife, Joy, of Nacogdoches, Texas
Norman Earl O’Pry and wife, Susan, of Center, Texas
Sister: Joyce Elizabeth Flud of Texas
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: William Harper O’Pry and Ola Mae Nichols O’Pry
Daughter: Peggy Dianne Lang
Grandchildren: Jerry Lynn O’Pry, Jennifer Dianne Lang, Miracle Starr Lewis
Pallbearers will be Glenn Lang, Gary O’Pry Jr., Terry Adkison, William Campbell, Hayden O’Pry and Monty Short. Honorary pallbearers will be Timothy Murray, Ethan Adkison and Juan Cuevas.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/28/2016
Curtis Vernon Murray Mathews, 55, of Center, passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2016, in Center.
His wishes were to be cremated and a private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Mr. Mathews was born April 20, 1961, in San Augustine, to Victor Murray Mathews and Wava Claire Votrout Mathews. He graduated from Center High School in 1979 and went on to earn a Business Degree from Lamar University in 1986. He was a member of Shelby County Cookers, Center Rotary and Sons of Republic of Texas. Mr. Mathews enjoyed hunting, fishing, working and spending time at the beach. Above all, he loved his family and friends.
He is survived by:
Son: Collin Miller Murray Mathews of Center
Daughter: Taighen Michelle Mathews of Center
Wife: Kelli Eileen Mathews of Center
Sisters:
Victoria Mary Mathews Henly and husband, John Frank, of San Augustine
Cecelia Monette Mathews Grafke and husband, Ernest Reed, of Kansas City, Kansas
Mary Jean Mathews Weaver and husband, Mark, of Woodland Park, Colorado
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by:
Parents: Victor Murray Mathews and Wava Claire Votrout Mathews
Memorial donations can be made in Mr. Mathews name to a church of your choice or Children’s Advocacy Center in Center.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/27/2016
Charlsie Kathryn Wheeler, 90, of Center, passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2016, at her residence.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December 29, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Moore and William Eddins officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center.
Mrs. Wheeler was born February 15, 1926, in the Aiken Community of Shelby County, to Euel Loel Hopkins and Viola Cornelia Burns Hopkins.
She is survived by
Children:
Jamie Parmer and husband, Don, of Chireno
Charles Wesley Wheeler of Aiken
Laura Harris and husband, Tommy, of Center
Susan Bush and husband, Don, of Timpson
Grandchildren:
Clay Parmer and wife, Kristi
Chance Parmer
Cole Parmer and wife, Lacey
Sky Parmer
Carey Agnew and husband, Scott
Heather Walker
Eric Paxon and wife, Barbara
Michelle Jay and husband, Kevin
Kathryn Shofner and husband, Vic
Lesley Cockrell
Great Grandchildren:
Rann Parmer, Rhett Parmer, Lauren Parmer, Callie Parmer, Case Parmer, Chandler Parmer, Cy Parmer, Madison Agnew, Blane Agnew, Maci Walker, Emma Walker, Presley Walker, T.J. Paxon, Sean Paxon, Elizabeth Paxon, John David Jay, Rylee Jay, Taylor Amburn, Cam Amburn, Bryce Cockrell, Reese Cockrell
Great Great Granddaughter: Rainee Parmer
Sisters-in-law:
Gladys Wheeler Davis of Austin
Aunt: Vivian Jernigan of Center
Preceded in death by
Husband: James Wheeler
Son-in-law: John H. King
Daughters-in-law: Nelda Wheeler, Darlie Wheeler
Parents: Euel Loel Hopkins and Viola Cornelia Burns
Sisters: Cornelia Lawson, Jean Burns
Sisters-in-law: Velma McLeroy, Helen Wheeler, Billie Wheeler
Nephew: Richard Loel Burns
Pallbearers will be Mrs. Wheeler’s Grandchildren. Honorary pallbearers will be Don Parmer, Tommy Harris and Don Bush.
The family wishes to express deep appreciation to their “extended family” who loved and cared for Mama in her final days: Brittany Dupree, Shauna Samford, Jennifer Stewart and Vicky Sneed.
In lieu of flowers, you may contribute to the Old Sardis Cemetery Historical Marker Fund, c/o Susan Bush, 7264 FM 1645, Timpson, Texas 75975 or Excelsior School Historical Marker Fund at Excelsior School, 11270 Hwy 7 W, Center, Texas 75935.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/27/2016
Nancy Martin, 76, of Nacogdoches, passed away Monday, December 26, 2016 at Nacogdoches Medical Center.
Memorial service 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 30, 2016 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. David Coleman officiating.
She was born May 19, 1940 in Albany, NY to John and Lillian (Patterson) Starker.
She is preceded in death by her parents, John & Lillian Starker, husband, Charles “Scooter” Martin, son, James Altimari and brother, Charles “Chuck” Starker.
She is survived by:
Daughter & Son-in-law:
Laura & David Sage of Nacogdoches
Son & Daughter-in-law:
Charles “Red” & Aileen Martin of Nacogdoches
Daughter-in-law:
Kim Altimari of Nacogdoches
Grandchildren:
Matthew Altimari of San Antonio
Ashley Martin of Nacogdoches
Sister:
Charla Horan & husband, Marty of Altamont, NY
Numerous other family & friends
In Lieu of flowers make donations to St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital & the American Lung Association
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
12/26/2016
Funeral services for Mr. Anthony Mitchell White (55) of East Liberty will be Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at East Liberty Baptist Church in the East Liberty Community. Mr. White died Friday, December 23, 2016 at Holiday Nursing Facility in Center, Texas. The services will be 1pm. Bro. Curtis Archie will be officiating
Mr. Anthony Mitchell White is survived by:
Parents: Linson and Cora Pearl White of the East Liberty Community
Brother: Joe White of Lancaster, Texas
Visitation: Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at Hicks Chapel from the hours of 6pm-8pm. A second visitation will be on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at East Liberty Church at 12 noon.
Committal: Thompson Cemetery in Shelbyville, Texas
Repass: East Liberty Baptist Church
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas
12/23/2016
Maggie ("Mag") Mae Bryant, 71, of Center was born in Shelby County on June 6, 1945 to the late Claude Edwards and Olivia Cartwright. She departed her life on December 21, 2016 in Round Rock, Texas.
Services will be held 1pm on Monday, December 26, 2016 at Triumph First Pentecostal Church.
Bryant graduated from C.H. Daniels High School in Center, Texas in 1962 at the age of 17. Mag moved to Houston, Texas with her Aunt Iva Sanders (Aunt Sug).
She attended the University of Houston and Houston Community College in Houston, Texas, worked for over 30 years for Southwestern Bell, Houston, Texas and earned her Real Estate License.
Mag was married to the late Rudolph Bryant, from their union: Kelvin Bryant and Shelton Bryant.
She attended Missouri City Baptist Church. Mag really enjoyed spending time with her family, listening to music, traveling and fine clothes.
Mag was preceded by her father: Claude Edwards, Mother: Olivia Cartwright and Son: Shelton Bryant.
She leaves to cherish her memories:
Son: Kelvin Bryant (Zena)
Grandchildren:
Jazzmyn
Lil Kelvin
Dominic
Barrington (Bear) Bryant
Great-grandchild: Triniti
Brothers:
Claudie Edwards (Buck)
Joseph Edwards (Bubba)
Sisters:
Mary A. Owens
Lula M. Evans
Dorothy F. Bailey
Ladale Toombs
Beulah A. Hamilton
Margarett Baker (Chock)
Very special niece: Claudia Robinson (Danny Boo) who holds a special place in her heart, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends.
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home in Center.
12/23/2016
Nettie Brittain Windham, 73, of Shelbyville, passed away December 22, 2016, in Nacogdoches.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, December 26, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. D. J. Dickerson officiating. Interment will follow at Patroon Cemetery in Shelby County. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 noon.
Mrs. Windham was born May 11, 1943, in Shelby County, to Gene Brittain and Rosie Scarber Brittain. She loved spending time with her family, cooking and taking care of other people.
She is survived by:
Children:
Keith Windham of Shelbyville
Kevin Windham and wife, Brenda, of Shelbyville
Kyle Windham and wife, Jan, of Shelbyville
Kenny Windham of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Kristy Gillaspie and husband, Walter, of Shelbyville
Kandace Metcalf and husband, Caleb, of Paxton
Traci Samford of Mansfield, Louisiana
Michael Hughes and wife, Denise, of Blanchard, Louisiana
Josh Windham and wife, Joni, of Pearland
Jennifer Sims and husband, Nick, of Shelbyville
Konner Windham of Shelbyville
Tyler Windham of Shelbyville
Dawson Windham of Shelbyville
Great-Grandchildren:
McKenzie Gillaspie of Shelbyville
Jon Samford of Shreveport, Louisiana
Jacob Samford of Mansfield, Louisiana
Justin Hughes of Blanchard, Louisiana
Michelle Hughes of Blanchard, Louisiana
Christina Hughes of Blanchard, Louisiana
Avery Windham of Pearland
Tyson Windham of Pearland
Molly Windham of Pearland
Chadly Fleming of Shelbyville
Kaden Sims of Shelbyville
Preslee Sims of Shelbyville
Special Friends:
Mae Furlow
Betty Denby
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
A host of friends
Preceded in death by:
Husband: James Wyatt Windham
Daughter: Kathy Windham
Daughter-in-law: Sheila Windham
Great-Granddaughter: McKayla Gillaspie
Parents: Gene Brittain and Rosie Scarber Brittain
Brothers: Buddy Brittain, J.C. Brittain, Joe Boy Brittain
Sisters: Ada Pearl Rogers, Bennie Ann Cox
Pallbearers: Boby Brittain, Josh Windham, Nick Sims, Lynn Raymond, Adam Renfro, Chad Bass and Walter Gillaspie. Honorary pallbearers will be Tyler Windham and Dawson Windham.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/22/2016
Maxine L. Kinnamon, 86, of Garrison, passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2016, in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, December 22, 2016, at Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison. Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 23, 2016, at Caledonia Cemetery in Rusk County with Bro. Don Windham officiating.
Mrs. Kinnamon was born October 15, 1930, in Edinburg, to Thomas Denman Smith and Beverly Smith. She enjoyed going to church, sewing, working crossword puzzles, shopping and going to garage sales.
She is survived by
Son: Shelton Casey of Garrison
Daughter: Leona Cordova of Lufkin
A number of grandchildren and other relatives
Preceded in death by:
Husband, Ken Kinnemon
3 Sons
1 Granddaughter
Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison, Texas.
12/21/2016
Janette Windham, 68, of the McClelland Community of Shelby County, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2016, at her residence.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, December 22, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 23, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Chris Collins and Bro. Billy Windham officiating.
Mrs. Windham was born November 10, 1948, in Shelby County, to Carl Laborn Smith and Nina Bell Campbell Smith. She enjoyed reading, going to the movies, spending time with grandchildren and walking. Mrs. Windham was a member of McClelland Community Church.
She is survived by
Husband: Max A. Windham, Sr. of Center
Son: Max A. Windham, Jr. and wife, Robin, of The Woodlands
Daughter: Kande Powell and husband, James, of Center
Grandchildren:
Kelby Windham of Kingwood
Reid Windham of Kingwood
Nicklaus Powell of Center
Clayton Powell of Center
Briana Windham of Kingwood
Max Kitzmiller of The Woodlands
Abby Kitzmiller of The Woodlands
Brothers:
Billie G. Smith of Center
Gordon Smith and wife, Jeanette, of Center
Carl Davis Smith and wife, Jan, of Center
Robert Smith and wife, LaDonna, of Center
Sister: Carolyn Landry and husband, Tommy, of Garland
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Carl Laborn Smith and Nina Bell Campbell Smith
Brother: Fred “Scooter” Smith
Sister: Lisa G. Smith
Pallbearers will be Kelby Windham, Reid Windham, Nicklaus Powell, Clayton Powell, Briana Windham, Jonathan Smith and Keith Smith.
A special thanks to Mrs. Ruth Jones, Charlie and Jackie Haley, Dorothy Hess and Heart to Heart Hospice, especially Brenda and Sophie, for their compassionate care.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/18/2016
Samuel L Montgomery Jr. passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at the age of 78.
Beloved husband of Mamie "Jerrie" Montgomery for over 56 years.
Father of Sharon Winstine (Dennis), Nathan Montgomery (Elizabeth), Shannon Ferrebee (Earl), as well as the late James Montgomery.
Grandfather of Dennis Winstine Jr., Devin Delaney, Daniel Delaney, Quentin Winstine, Ryan Montgomery, Brittany Fenasci, Victoria Montgomery, Erica Denoux, Zachary Ferrebee, Hunter Ferrebee, Wyatt Ferrebee, and Samantha Ferrebee, as well as the late Nicholas Winstine.
Great grandfather of six.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel L. Montgomery Sr. and Martha Hammack, as well as his step father James Hammack Sr.
He was the brother of Peggy Ball (Don), Paula Jones, Daphne McLaurin (Bert), James Hammack Jr (Carol), Lisa Osipowicz (Jim), and the late Marc Hammack.
He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
He was a deacon at Bridge City Baptist Church, past master of the Masonic Lodge, a Shriner, and a member of the Knights Templar. He was a teamster (Local 270) and drove a truck with Canal Villere Supermarkets. He was a veteran of the US Army Airborne. His passions were his faith, his family, hunting and fishing, listening to music, and watching sports.
A Memorial Service will be held at Bridge City Baptist Church on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 4:00 PM. Memorial visitation will begin at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Shriner's Hospital for Children. (Shrinershospitals.org) Express condolences at www.westsideleitzeagan.com.
Services are under the direction of Westside/Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, Marrero, LA.
12/15/2016
Maurey W. Miller, 55, of Center, passed away Thursday, December 15, 2016, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, December 17, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, December 18, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mr. Miller was born June 9, 1961, in California, to Marvin Miller and Ima Jean Lewis Miller. He loved animals and enjoyed fishing and riding his motorcycle. Above all, Mr. Miller loved God.
He is survived by
Wife: Kathy Miller of Center
Son: Mitchell Miller of Dallas
Honorary Son: Jack Tyre, Jr.
Honorary Daughter: Tamara Boyer
Grandchildren:
Garrett Miller of Birmingham, Alabama
Everett Miller of Birmingham, Alabama
Father: Marvin Miller of Dallas
Mother: Ima Jean Holmes and husband, James, of McAllister, Oklahoma
Brothers-in-law:
Jack Tyre, Sr. of Center
James D. Tyre, Sr. of Center
Sister: Monique Miller of Dallas
Brother: James Holmes, Jr. of Tennessee
Numerous aunts, uncles and other relatives
Preceded in death by
Son: Maurey Wayne Miller II
Sister: Leora “Sissy” Grubbs
Pallbearers will be James Tyre Sr., Jack Tyre, James Tyre Jr., Jack Tyre Jr., Kirk Nelson and Hunter Joseph. Honorary pallbearers will be Dirk Palmer, Corey Littles and Charles Tyre.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
12/15/2016
Cynthia Diane Garrett, 50 of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday evening, December 11, 2016 in Houston.
Wake will be held Friday, December 16, 2016 from 7pm to 8pm at Community Funeral Home Chapel, Center, Texas. She will lay-in-state from 12noon until 1pm Saturday at Triumph First Pentecostal Church in Shelbyville, Texas. Funeral service will be held Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 1pm at Triumph First Pentecostal Church, Shelbyville, Texas. Interment will be at Bennett Chapel Cemetery, Shelbyville with Bishop Zep Swindle officiating.
She is survived by:
Mother, Margie Garrett of Shelbyville
Daughter, Shanika Morris of Shelbyville
Grandson, DeMarjia Bolden of Shelbyville
Sister, Dorothy Brooks of Shelbyville
Brothers:
N.L. (JaVita) Garrett of Houston, Texas
Rev. Eric (Ida) Garrett of Newton, Texas
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
12/15/2016
Harriet Sue Kiker Carter, 72, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, December 15, 2016, in Shreveport.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 17, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Wes Hall and Bro. Michael McArthur officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 11:00 a.m.
Mrs. Carter was born March 5, 1944, to John Pickens Kiker and Dorthea Earp Kiker. She taught at F.L. Moffett Primary School in Center for twenty-two years. Mrs. Carter was a member of Lydia Missionary Baptist Church for over twenty-five years. There, she served as a Women’s Sunday School Teacher, organist, treasurer and leader of the Girls Auxiliary Group. She had a lifetime of devotion to her church.
She is survived by
Husband: Doyle Carter of Shelbyville
Sons:
Matt Arthur Carter of Shelbyville
Jay Pickens Carter and wife, Courtney, of Nacogdoches
Brothers:
Ben Kiker and wife, Connie, of Winnie
Dale Kiker and wife, Paula, of Winnie
Sister: Sandra Sherman of China
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: John Pickens Kiker and Dorthea Earp Kiker
Sister-in-law: Johnnie Wilkins
Brother-in-law: Jess Sherman
Pallbearers will be Michael Paul Kay, Alan Ray, Sammy O’Rear, Buddy Kay, Jerry Thorton, Jimmy Samaha, Jim Lawson and Robert Cox. Honorary pallbearer will be Luke Garrett.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
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