Obituaries
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
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
Juanita Riley, 86, of Mineola, passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at Wood Memorial Nursing Home in Mineola.
Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 15, 2016 at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha with Pastor Sam Roe officiating.
She was born February 23, 1930 in Denton County to Charles Chester and Mary (McNeese) Dawson.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles & Mary Dawson, husband, Jack Riley, sister, Mary Lou Timmons, brothers, Charles Dawson, J.W. Dawson & Bro. J.P. Dawson
She is survived by:
Son:
James Riley & wife, Cindy of Dayton
Son:
Danny Riley & wife, Patsy of Mineola
Daughter:
Linda Terry & husband, Larry of Tenaha
9 Grandchildren
17 Great Grandchildren
2 Great Great Grandchildren
Sister:
Dorothy Roe & husband, Sam of Mauriceville
Sister:
Beatrice Stewart of Eldorado, Ark
Brother:
J.C. Dawson & wife, Neva Joyce
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
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
Dorlene Crump Gibbons, 93, of Timpson, passed away Monday, December 12, 2016, in Center.
Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, December 15, 2016, at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Timpson.
Mrs. Gibbons was born December 17, 1922, in Timpson, to Newtie A. Crump and Sally Brookshire Crump. She loved caring for her family. She was a member of Stockman Methodist Church.
She is survived by
Children:
Don Gibbons and wife, Reba, of Timpson
Carolyn Renick and husband, Ronald, of Timpson
Grandchildren:
George-Anna McCabe and husband, Shawn
Scott Gibbons and Julie
Lisa Averitt
Roger Gibbons
Jeff Renick
Eric Renick and wife, Amber
Justin Gibbons
9 Great-Grandchildren
Nieces:
Kathy Newman and husband, Henry
Susan Percival and husband, Robert
Preceded in death by
Parents: Newtie A. Crump and Sally Brookshire Crump
Husband: Ralph Gibbons
Sisters: Mozelle Francois, Maxine Metcalf
Pallbearers will be Scott Gibbons, Roger Gibbons, Jeff Renick, Eric Renick, Justin Gibbons, Shawn McCabe, Christopher Crawford and Zachary Crawford. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Beasley and Bob Crump.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter, 8430 W. Bryn Mawr, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60631 or a charity of your choice.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
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.
12/13/2016
Mr. Elton Holman, age 69, of Lufkin, Texas. Mr. Holman passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at his home in Lufkin, Texas. Services under the direction of Percy Garner and Son Mortuary
Services are still pending
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
Evelyn Baggett Vance, 84, of Orange passed away Friday, December 9, 2016 at her home.
Service will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 15, 2016 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with her brother, Robert Baggett officiating. Burial will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley. Visitation will be one hour prior to service in Mangum Funeral Home Chapel.
She was born October 17, 1932 in Houston, Texas to Otis and Grace (Spratley) Baggett. She was an housewife and homemaker, an artist, real estate agent, gallery owner & riveter during WWII and she worked for Boeing during the Apollo space program
She is preceded in the death by her parents, Otis and Grace Baggett, husband, Donald Earl Vance, brother, Albert Baggett and sister, Yvonne Grey.
She is survived by:
4 Children:
David Lee Vance of Beaumont
Theresa Lou Smith of Orange
Judy Lynn Nichols & husband, Michael of Nederland
Douglas Edward Vance of Orange
Grandchildren:
David Vance
Karl Vance
Burkley Smith
Alleah Nichols
Great Grandchildren:
Christopher & Allexis
Phoenix
Brothers:
Herbert Baggett & wife, Jan of Prescott, AZ
Robert Baggett & wife, Connie of Lufkin
Ollie Baggett & wife, Gloria of San Diego, CA
Aunt:
Audrey White of Phoenix, AZ
Uncle:
Huey & wife, Nancy of San Diego, CA
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
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
12/08/2016
Gay Nell Gunnels, 84, of Center, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2016, in Houston.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 10, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Jim Moss and Bro. Larry Byrd officiating. Interment will follow at Spann’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Center. Visitation will be held prior to the service at Watson & Sons Funeral Home, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Ms. Gunnels was born June 13, 1932, in Center, to Ira Jones and Isabelle Waller Jones. After 20 years of service, she retired from Center ISD, where she worked as a Teacher’s Aide. Ms. Gunnels loved flower gardening. She was a charter member and was the oldest living member of Neuville Baptist Church in the Neuville Community.
She is survived by
Daughters:
Patty Eddins and husband, Dub, of Shelbyville
Sue Ann Noble and husband, Don, of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Jeffrey Noble and wife, Tyna, of College Station
Kelli Hernandez and husband, Ed, of Calgary, Canada
Joshua Noble and wife, Tamae, of Camp Zama, Japan
Melissa Parsons and husband, Mark, of Spring
Daniel Holloway and wife, Kelli, of Timpson
12 Great-Grandchildren
Sister: Viva Lee Eaves and husband, Maxie, of Center
Sister-in-law: Claudine Buckner of Center
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Ira Jones and Isabelle Waller Jones
Husband: R. E. (Mutt) Gunnels
Brothers: Bill Jones, James Jones, Johnny Jones
Pallbearers will be Ronnie Perry, Charles Conway, Lonnie Traxler, Ronnie Hagler, Marshall Windham and Hopper Waller.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
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
12/06/2016
Gordon L. Martin, 79, of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2016, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, December 8, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 9, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Joe Walker officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mr. Martin was born December 18, 1936, in Joaquin, to W.B. Martin and Annie Belle English Martin. He served in the United States Air Force. In 1972, Mr. Martin founded Industrial Instrument Company in Baytown, which his family continues to operate. He was an avid farmer and enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time with his family and friends and serving the Lord. Mr. Martin was a member of Joaquin Masonic Lodge #856. He was also a member of Logansport Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon and song leader.
He is survived by
Wife of 59 years: JoAnn Martin of Joaquin
Children:
Ricky L. Martin and wife, Brenda, of Baytown
Rebecca “Becki” Thomas and husband, Harold, of Mont Belvieu
Russell Martin and wife, Tammy, of Ringgold, Georgia
Grandchildren:
Chase Martin and fiancé, Kellie Frazer, of Baytown
Courtney Martin of Baytown
Tyler Thomas of Mont Belvieu
Fallon Thomas of Mont Belvieu
Jackson Martin of Ringgold, Georgia
Claire Martin of Ringgold, Georgia
Great-Grandchildren:
Lily Frazer
Paisley Frazer
Special Caretakers:
John “Buddy” Martin of Joaquin
Lydell Berg of Joaquin
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: W.B. Martin and Annie Belle English Martin
Brother: Garland Martin, D.W. “Shorty” Martin, John Bruce Martin
Pallbearers will be Donnie Martin, Bruce Hughes, Ronny Martin, Tommy Danley, Bruce Martin and Patrick Yarbrough. Honorary pallbearers will be John “Buddy” Martin, Lydell Berg, Joey Masterson, Doug Going, Earl Danley, Rushing Lambert and Billy Hughes.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Logansport Missionary Baptist Church Building Fund, PO Box 10, Logansport, Louisiana 71049 or Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter, 8430 W. Bryn Mawr, Suite 800, Chicago, Illinois 60631.
A special thanks to the staff at Green Acres Nursing Home, in Center, for their compassionate care.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
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
12/05/2016
Wanda (January) Ramsey, 94, of Orange formally of Center passed away Saturday, December 3, 2016 in Orange.
Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at Oaklawn Memorial Park with Tim Perkins officiating.
She was born April 10, 1922 in Mt. Pleasant community of Shelby County, Texas to Condy Buford and Maude Eva (Ellington) January. She became a member of the Church of Christ as a teenager and in her words, “I can truly say it has been a guide, comfort and joy to me through the years.” She was a member of Eastern Star - 1948-1950, Beta Sigma Phi since 1951, member of Daughters of American Revolution since 1989, member of Daughters of Republic of Texas since 1990 and she was honored to be among those listed in “Notable Women of Texas” copyright 1984.
She was preceded in death by her husband Henry Grady (Bud) Ramsey, a brother Doyle Wayne January, and a sister Reba Maxine (January) James.
She is survived by:
Two sons:
Donald Reagan Ramsey & wife, Molly of Conroe
Mark Henry Ramsey & wife, Sharon of Orange
Two grandchildren:
Catherine Belle Ramsey
Claire Elizabeth Ramsey
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
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
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