Shelby County Today

12/14/2016

Mr. Elton Woodrow Holman, age 69, of Lufkin, Texas.  Mr. Holman passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at his home in Lufkin, Texas.  Funeral Services will be held at Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at the Reed Chapel Baptist Church with Interment at St. Luke Cemetery with Rev. Fred Dade, Officiating.

Visitation & Wake will be held Friday, December 16, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Garner & Son Chapel.

He is survived by 

2 sons: Anthony Lane (Bridgett) of Lufkin, Texas
Elton A. Holman of Lufkin, Texas

3 Daughters: Toashanda Holman Sanchez of Lufkin, Texas
Yulanda Holman Weeks of Lufkin, Texas
Demetria Holman Skipper (Damond) of Spring, Texas

16 Grandchildren    
19 Great Grand Children

4 Brothers: W C Holman of Beaumont, Texas
Alfred Dale Holman of Houston, Texas
Wayne Holman of Houston, Texas
Thomas Holman of Houston, Texas

1 Sister: Judy Holman of Houston, Texas

As well as a host of other relatives and friends.
 
Funeral services are under the direction of Percy Garner and Son Mortuary

12/13/2016

Susie Donelda Walker, 71, of Bossier City, LA formerly of Joaquin, passed away Friday, December 9, 2016 at her home.

Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at Pine Ridge Cemetery with Ms. Melba Rodgers officiating.
                             
She was born December 11, 1944 to J.C. and Agnes (Davenport) Kendrick. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, J.C. and Agnes Kendrick,
Husband, Luther Jerrell Walker, Daughter, Kem Walker and 
Great Grandchild, Cy Williams.

She is survived by:
Son: David Walker & wife, Candy of Bossier City, LA
Grandchildren:
Kerri Jenkins
Amanda Dewolf
Sarah Powers
Troy Walker 
Jordan Walker
Lacy Danley
Erica Womack
Colton Davis
Great Grandchildren:
Brandon, Noah & Alex Jenkins
Aubrie Dewolf
Alanna & Bradley Powers
Pacer Williams & Harper Danley 
Brantley & Bailey Freeman
  
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

12/13/2016

Jerry Van Rhodes, 83, of Tenaha, Texas, passed away December 12, 2016, in Center, Texas.  Visitation will be held from 12:30 PM until service time on Wednesday December 14, 2016 at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church, Timpson, Texas.  Services wil begin at 2PM with Bro. Levi Cohorst officiating.  Interment to follow at Old Home Cemetery, Shelby County, Texas.

Born June 11, 1933, in Shelby County, Texas, on the family farm.  Jerry Van Rhodes  was the son of the late Ben Sam  and Hettie Obera (Hall) Rhodes.  After graduating from Timpson High School, he continued to work until he enlisted into the United States Army in September of 1953. He spent most of his military days cooking in San Antonio, Texas. 

Following his time spent in the military, Jerry was employed with Trailmobile as a pipe fitter. Jerry then met the love of his life, the late Nancy Faye Rhodes, whom he spent over 43 years with until her passing.  Jerry retired from Trailmobile and began his second of many careers at Tyson Foods.  He decided to retire and rehire at Tyson Foods and finally retired at the age of 72. 

Jerry could fix anything. He was able to tear apart anything then put it back together again. He was considered by his family a very resourceful man.  Jerry found great joy in travelling to Center every Friday for his McDouble and soda for a whopping $1.47. Everyday he travelled to Center at least once, never missing the opportunity to see his daughter, Betty, who also worked in Center. Jerry had a special pommeranian pet friend, Rascal who will definitely miss him. He was a member of Timpson Missionary Baptist Church and loved his church and church family.

Survivors include his daughter, Betty Cook and fiance Kenneth Hart of Center, Texas; brothers, John Wallace Rhodes and wife Mary Lou of Dayton, Texas, Ben Sam Rhodes Jr. and wife Linda Sue of DeQueen Arkansas; sister, Faylene Rhodes Connell of Galena Park, Texas; sister-in-law, Flora Rudd; nieces, Donna Anderson and husband David of Marshall, Texas, Dana Richardson and husband Paul of Tenaha, Texas; great nieces, Christina Patterson, Emily Richardson, Katherine Anderson;  and a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.

In addition to his parents, Jerry Van Rhodes was preceded in death by is wife, Nancy Faye Rhodes, and sister Martha Jo Rhodes.

To convey condolences online please visit www.taylorfh.net.  Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.

12/10/2016

Christopher Arthur McDaniel, 61, of Brownwood, TX. He went by Dad, Chris, Grandy & Pop. He was born to Oscar and Alyne McDaniel in Center, Texas on December 18, 1954 and went to his home in heaven on December 9, 2016.

 Chris graduated from Tenaha High School in 1973 and received a pastoral and evangelism degree from Christ for the Nations in 1976. He married Deborah Lynn Ford on October 25, 1980. His death brought on as a result of prostate cancer had no sting because his victory is in Jesus.

He lived a full life fulfilling the calling to preach the gospel of Christ that he received at age 13. Due to his obedience to Christ thousands of lives were changed forever across this nation and in many other nations. He ministered as a pastor and evangelist for 25 years. During those years many experienced salvation, physical miracles, restored marriages, restored families and deliverance from bondage and addiction. He also was an entrepreneur and started his own business at age 47 and continued until he was no longer physically able. His success in ministry and business was unmatched in comparison to his success in his family.

His legacy continues through the love and devotion he gave to his family. This legacy continues in his wife, Deborah; children, Darren Krieghauser, Dana Irwin, Christian McDaniel, Christiana Elmer and Cara McDaniel. Also 12 grandchildren: Madelyn, Savannah, Ryder, Elijah, Emery, Eden, Titus, Avery, Belle, Madi, Sami and Sawyer will continue his legacy of power, love and devotion.
 
His wonderful life will be celebrated on Tuesday at 6pm at Victory Life Church in Brownwood. There will also be a celebration service on Saturday at 1 pm at Ramah Baptist Church in Tenaha. Arrangements are under the direction of Blaylock Funeral Home.

Online condolences for the family are welcome at www.blaylockfuneralhome.com.

12/09/2016

Ms. Willa Dean Bennett Garrett, age 64, of Hemphill, Texas.  Ms. Garrett passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2016 at her home in Hemphill, Texas.  

Funeral service will be Saturday, December 10, 2016 2:00 p.m. at Knox Chapel in Hemphill, Texas with interment to follow at Union Grove Cemetery in San Augustine, Texas with Rev. James Jenkins, officiating.

Visitation and wake is Friday, December 9, 2016 1 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Garner & Son Chapel.

Survivors are:
Son: Thomas Bennett (Sheila) of Hemphill, Texas

Daughter: Kathy Bennett of Hemphill, Texas

6 Grandchildren        

6 Great-Grandchildren

Sisters:
Rose Kendell of Hemphill, Texas
Morvell Hamilton (Elgin) of Dallas, Texas

Sister-in-Law    Dessie Bennett of Houston, Texas

As well as a host of other relatives and friends.

Services are under the direction of Percy Garner & Son Mortuary

12/07/2016

Wayne Eugene Krieg, 75, of Huxley passed away Saturday, December 3, 2016 at his home.

No services are planned at this time. His wishes were to be cremated.

He was born December 30, 1940 in Fulton County, Indiana. He moved to Florida and worked as a professional baker. He was a loving father, husband and a great person.

He is survived by:
Wife of 56 years:
Laura Krieg of Huxley

Children:
Christopher Robert Krieg of Huxley
Ty Allen Krieg of Huxley
LaMona Kae Niver of Florida
Kathi Morey of Huxley

Grandchildren:
Caleb Krieg of Florida
Loriann Landsperger of Nebraska
Davey Niver of Florida

Great-Grandchildren:
Leah Sky Landsperger of Nebraska
Lena Kae Landsperger of Nebraska

Sister:
Marilyn Jones of Kansas
Brother of the heart:
James Cory of Florida

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

12/5/2016

Melissa Powdrill Bailey, 51, of Center, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2016, in Nacogdoches.

Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 10, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Bobby Bressman officiating.

Mrs. Bailey was born February 12, 1965, to Charles Powdrill and Ruth Mitchell Powdrill.  She was assistant manager of HEB, in Center, for over fourteen years. Mrs. Bailey was adventurous and fearless.  She enjoyed scuba diving, zip lining and riding jet skis on the ocean. She also enjoyed cooking and caring for her family.  Mrs. Bailey was a member of First Baptist Church in Center.

She is survived by
Husband: John Bailey of Center

Step Son: Tyler Bailey of Center

Sister: Peggy Woodfin and husband, Neil, of Center

Brother: Mike Powdrill and wife, Sheila, of Joaquin

Father-in-law: John Bailey and wife, Linda, of Venus

Mother-in-law: Christene Morrison and husband, Harold, of Greenville, Mississippi

Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives

A host of church and community friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: Charles Powdrill and Ruth Mitchell Powdrill
Brother: Alan Powdrill
Aunt: Glenda Wallace

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church, 117 Cora Street, Center, Texas 75935.

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

12/03/2016

Christopher Ryan Curry, 7, of Logansport, Louisiana, passed away Friday, December 2, 2016, in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 6, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Frankie Mathis and Sister Melba Rodgers officiating.  Interment will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery in Shelby County.

Christopher was born July 27, 2009, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Ryan Curry and Michelle Garcia Curry.  He loved his trucks, wagons and “Hound”.

He is survived by
Parents: Ryan and Michelle Curry of Logansport, Louisiana

Grandparents:
Adonna and Jay McClain of Logansport, Louisiana
Moses and Stephanie Garcia of Houston, Texas
Denise Curry of Logansport, Louisiana
Rocky Curry and wife, Kerin, of Logansport, Louisiana

Great Grandparents:
Carol and Iven Moore of Mt. Enterprise, Texas
Connie and Johnny Garcia of Houston, Texas
Sharon Holt of Joaquin, Texas
Robbie Huffman and husband, Jerry, of Broaddus, Texas

Uncles and Aunts:
Michael Curry and wife, Kaycee Deas, of Joaquin, Texas
Moses Garcia Jr. and wife, Tu, of Harker Heights, Texas
Fabian Garcia of Kemah, Texas
Jessica Migues and husband, Ryan, of Mansfield, Louisiana
Jimmy McClain and wife, Sabrina, of Sicily, Italy
Tommy McClain of Logansport, Louisiana
Katy Doleman of Kemah, Texas
Brad Doleman of Cypress, Texas

Numerous cousins, great aunts and great uncles, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Uncle: Christopher Curry
Great Grandparents: Gunter Holt, Jay W. Curry, Billy Joe McGee

Pallbearers will be Michael Curry, Cody Holt, Matt Smith and Ryan Migues, Allen Woodfin and Brian Daniels.

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

12/2/2016

Iris McCauley Jones, 93, of Carthage formerly of Center, passed away on Friday morning, Dec. 2, 2016, in Carthage. She was born on May 31, 1923, in San Augustine to the late James Noah and Ida Doris Borders McCauley. She graduated from Shelbyville High School with the class of 1940.

Mrs. Jones married Melvin Jones on Oct. 25, 1941, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 7, 1996. She was a lifetime member of Beta Sigma Phi, the Order of the Eastern Star, Garden and Book Clubs, and enjoyed cooking, sewing, needlework, and decorating. Mrs. Jones was a member of the First Baptist Church in Center and she was a member of the Rachel Sunday School Class. She was also preceded in death by daughter, Linda Jones Meeks and sisters, Edith Matthews and Mary Lenoir Woods.

Survivors include:
Daughter: Wanda Hanszen and husband Jerry of Carthage

Son: Dr. Tom Jones and wife Vicki of Carthage

Brother: Dale McCauley of Groves

Grandchildren:
Kent Hanszen and wife Theresa
Brooke Hanszen Paddie and husband Chris
Lee Jones and wife Leslie
Jessica Page and husband Cory

Great-grandchildren:
Iris
Sam
Elizabeth
Emily
Christopher
Noah
Lee Andrew, III
Linda
Dawson
Lois

A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and many friends also survive Mrs. Jones.

A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 5, 2016, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Cory Page officiating under the direction of Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home. The family will receive friends for a visitation from 5-7 p.m. on Sunday at Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home.

If desired, memorial donations may be made in Mrs. Jones’ memory to Shriners Hospital for Children, 6977 Main St. Houston, TX 77030.

A guestbook may be signed online at www.jimerson-lipsey.com.