Obituaries
1/22/2018
William Travis Risinger, 87, of Shelbyville, Texas passed away on January 22, 2018 in Shelbyville. He was born on May 7, 1930 in Dunnigan to Grover Cleveland Risinger and Roxy Cox Risinger. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM on January 25, 2018 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jason Ballard officiating. A military graveside will follow at East Hamilton Cemetery.
A visitation will be held prior to service time from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on January 25, 2018 at Mangum Funeral Home.
Travis grew up in the East Hamilton community and made his home there throughout his life. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and earned the rank of Staff Sergeant. He spent four years in the military before settling back into Shelby County. Simply put, Travis was a hard worker. He was not afraid of getting his hands dirty and made sure to put full effort in to every task he was presented with. Family was also important to Travis, and he took great care of them and their needs. While he did spend lots of time working, he always made a point to take a step back and enjoy life. He loved to fish. Those peaceful moments on the water were opportunities to catch up with God and with family who joined him. Travis really liked to talk, and it was guaranteed he would never meet a stranger. He had a kind soul that drew others to him and people found peace in his presence. His laughter, conversation, and love will be missed dearly by those who knew him. Travis was a member of Dunnigan Missionary Baptist Church.
Survived by:
Grandson, Lee Risinger of Shelbyville
Nieces:
Debbie Cooper McHugh and husband, Timmy of Highlands
Becky Byley and husband, Roy of Woodville
Pam Cooper Toney and husband, Rorey of Orange
Nephews:
Doyle Miller and wife, Annie of Shelbyville
James Ray Risinger and wife, Mary Kay of Shelbyville
Paul Gene Risinger and wife, Sandra of Shelbyville
Numerous great nieces, great nephews, great-great nieces, great-great nephews and a host of other family and friends; and special friend, Nell Polley.
He is preceded in death by:
Wife, Clara Mae Stanley Risinger
Parents, Grover and Roxy Risinger
Son, Ricky Lynn Risinger
Brother and sister- in-law, Nathan and Winnie Risinger
Sister, Evie Lou Miller
Brother-in-law and sister-in law, Earl and Ruth Cooper
Brother-in-law, Robert L. Stanley
Pallbearers will be James “Tater” Cox, Dudley Cox, James Ray Risinger, Doyle Miller, Timmy McHugh, Jimmy McHugh, Rory Risinger and Daniel McLemore.
Honorary pallbearers are Tommy Cox and Robert Risinger.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
01/23/2018
James H. (Jim) Neel, Sr., age 86, died peacefully at his Houston home on January 17, 2018. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Jim leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Marion Sowell Neel, a graduate from Palestine High 1953.
Jim was a 1949 graduate of Timpson High School. He served in the U.S. Air Force as a Sergeant during the Korean War and was a member of the Strategic Air Command (SAC) Select Crew from 1950-54 flying 210 missions. He was a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a Mechanical Engineering degree. He built rice mills in Latin America and after was acting assistant manager of Uncle Ben’s and Blue Ribbon Rice Mills in Houston. He held parboiled patents. The largest mill was in Guatemala City and is still operating today. Jim was also involved in the construction and design of oil and gas rigs worldwide for 46 years.
Graveside services will be held on Saturday, January 27, 2018, at Palestine City Cemetery under the direction of Herrington / Land of Memory Funeral Home in Palestine (903)731-4444. Memorial services in Houston to be announced at a later date.
Please send condolences to richandmarianeel@yahoo.com or by phone (713)774-0377.
Memorials may be made to James H. Neel (Jim) and Marion Sowell Neel (UT Bachelor of Music 1956) UT Scholarship Fund, mailed to The University of Texas, PO Box 7458, Austin, TX 78713-7438 or go to online giving.UTexas.edu. and click on make a gift to U.T.
1/21/2018
Mr. William “W M” Lane, age 98, of San Augustine, Texas. Mr. Lane passed away on January 20, 2018 at CHI St. Luke Hospital in Lufkin, Texas.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 24, 2018, 11:00 a.m. at Reed Chapel Baptist Church with interment to follow at Lane Town Cemetery with Rev. Amos Horton, Officiating.
Visitation will be Tuesday, January 23, 2018, 1:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at Garner & Son Mortuary Chapel.
Survivors are:
Wife: Gertrude Lane of San Augustine, Texas
Son: Alfred Ray Lane of Houston, Texas
5 Grand Children and 8 Great-Grandchildren
Sister-in-law: Myrtle Harris of Houston, Texas
Cousins:
Lela Mae Teel of San Augustine, Texas
Ozell Garrett of Shelbyville, Texas
As well as a host of Nieces, Nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
1/21/2018
Linda Barbee Bell Cougler, 63, of Center, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2018, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 23, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Gordon Vaughn, Bro. Ronnie Luman and Bro. Son Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Short Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 noon.
Mrs. Cougler was born March 13, 1954, in Center, to Archie T. Barbee and Faye Holland Deason Barbee. She was a member of the William Carroll Crawford Chapter of Daughters of the Republic of Texas. Mrs. Cougler was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by
Husband: Everett Cougler of Center, Texas
Children:
Brandon Barbee and wife, Lisa, of Center, Texas
Amber Barbee and fiancé, Angela Redfern, of Lufkin, Texas
Step Children:
Kurtis Cougler and fiancé, Hannah Fountain, of Center, Texas
Lucas Cougler and wife, Sherry, of Center, Texas
Grandchildren:
Connor Lovell Barbee
Phoenix Cougler
Brothers and Sisters:
John T. Barbee and wife, Geenie, of Center, Texas
Denel Ray Barbee and wife, Rosie, of Center, Texas
Donald Bryant Barbee and wife, Julie, of Logansport, Louisiana
Ricky Lynn “Chicken” Barbee of Center, Texas
Barbara Fay McDonald of Garrison, Texas
JoAnn Rushing and husband, Bill, of Center, Texas
Ronda Sue Holloway and husband, Robert, of Center, Texas
Vicky Lynn Snider of Center, Texas
Carolyn Inez Harkness and husband, Ricky, of Center, Texas
Special Friend: Hazel McKenzie
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Archie T. Barbee and Faye Holland Deason Barbee
Brothers: William Marshall Barbee, Bobby Patrick Barbee, Archie T. “Bo” Barbee Jr.
Sister: Beverly Ann Walker
Pallbearers will be Jeremy Snider, Anthony Harkness, Derek Barbee, Coby Barbee, Adam Barbee, Josh Barbee, Colton Davis and Corbyn Olivas. Honorary pallbearers will be Antonio Olivas, Justin Barbee, Clay Barbee and Corey Holloway.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
1/20/2018
Don Hooper, 80, of Center, passed away Friday, January 19, 2018, at his residence.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, January 21, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Monday, January 22, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Mardy Guidry officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Center.
Mr. Hooper was born December 15, 1937, in Shelby County, to Willie Hooper and Perline Parrish Hooper. Some of the many things he enjoyed doing with his family were fishing, gardening and raising all types of animals with the grandchildren where they learned so many valuable lessons about life they will pass on, as his grandchildren were his greatest blessings. Mr. Hooper was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by
Children:
Anjanette Dunn and husband, David, of Center, Texas
Darrell Fanguy and wife, Toshana, of Pensacola, Florida
Connie Lengl of Gary, Texas
Mike Lengl and wife, Mitzi, of Center, Texas
Jeff Lengl of Nacogdoches, Texas
J. J. Fanguy and wife, Michelle, of Timpson, Texas
Joe Hooper of Longview, Texas
Grandchildren:
Crystal Lengl Landon
Fallon Lengl
Nic Lengl
Luke Lengl
Lauren Lengl Young
Faith Lengl
Christopher Lengl
Lee Austin Fitzgerald
Zach Fitzgerald
Tori Fanguy
Taylor Fanguy
Dustin Fanguy
Shyanna Fanguy
Alyssa Fanguy
Darrell Jon Fanguy
Hayleigh Caston
Daylon Dunn
Delaney Dunn
Great-Grandchildren:
Alexis Lengl
Kenna Landon
Bentley Fanguy
Ethan Fitzgerald
Weston Fanguy
Brothers and Sisters:
Paul Hooper and wife, Henry Faye, of Martinsville, Texas
Fred Hooper and wife, Kay, of Nacogdoches, Texas
Pat Newman of Nacogdoches, Texas
Phyllis Powdrill of Nacogdoches, Texas
Kathryn Davis and husband, Dexter, of Center, Texas
Bency Hooper and wife, Connie, of Center, Texas
Becky Goodwin of Moody, Texas
Sisters-in-law:
Ann Hooper of Center, Texas
Kay Hooper of Cushing, Texas
Preceded in death by
Wife: Reba Hooper
Parents: Willie Hooper and Perline Parrish Hooper
Brothers: Billy Hooper, Jerry Hooper, Larry Hooper
Pallbearers will be Buddy Jones, Javey Jamison, Nathan Shofner, Junior Dean, Todd Clark, Charles Bloodgood.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
01/20/2018
Eddie Don Duke, 81, of Carthage, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2018, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 23, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 24, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Pastor Benny Anglin officiating. A military honors service will also be held under the direction of VFW Post 8904. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mr. Duke was born December 29, 1936, in Franklin, to Tommie Edward Duke and Imo Aline Reeves Duke. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a member of Word of Life Church in Carthage.
He is survived by:
Wife: Ruth Duke of Carthage, Texas
Children:
Gwendolyn Stewart of Laytonville, California
Patricia Whittington of Greenwood, Louisiana
Gail Patterson of Fort Worth, Texas
Crystal Duke of Tenaha, Texas
Allen Duke of Tenaha, Texas
Arty Schultz of Tomball, Texas
Grandchildren:
Angela Patterson
Delmar Aguilar
Kynadee Duke
Dallas Duke
Emily Stewart
Konner Barber
Kamran Barber
Christopher Schultz
10 Great Grandchildren
Sister: Sonya Suggs of Jewett, Texas
Brothers:
Jerry Duke of Jewett, Texas
Tommie Duke of Nacogdoches, Texas
Larry Duke of Groesbeck, Texas
Preceded in death by
Parents: Tommie Edward Duke and Imo Aline Reeves Duke
Sister: Jackie King
Pallbearers will be Lee Hoell, Jonathan Martin, Ray Brown, Michael Patterson, Terry Scull and Drew Scull.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Salvation Army (www.salvationarmyusa.org) or Mission Carthage (PO Box 1208, Carthage, Texas 75633).
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Agnes Peddy Parker, 100, of Lufkin, passed away Friday, January 19, 2018, in Lufkin.Her daughter: Sandra Gardner and husband, Frank Gardner of Katy, Texas
Son-in-law: Bob Almand of Lufkin, Texas
Scott Almand of Lufkin, Texas
Tim Almand and wife, Tammy, of Lufkin, Texas
Angela Gardner Mills and husband, Mark, of Katy, Texas
Ted Gardner and wife, Marianne, of Houston, Texas
Casi Almand Burchinal and husband, Skyler, of Paris, Texas
Cody Almand and wife, Mary, of Lufkin, Texas
Micah Mills and Emily Mills, of Katy, Texas
Ben Gardner
Luke Gardner and Kate Gardner, of Houston, Texas
Addisyn Burchinal of Paris, Texas
Alyvia Burchinal of Paris, Texas
Avery Burchinal of Paris, Texas
Julian Peddy, and wife Elaine, of Tenaha, Texas
1/20/2018
James Richard Hale, 74, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, January 19, 2018, in Shelbyville.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, January 26, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 27, 2018, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Pastor Jeff Headrick and Bro. Dennis Owens officiating. Interment will follow at Dunnigan Cemetery in Shelby County.
Mr. Hale was born February 16, 1943, in Marshall, Arkansas, to Claude Milton Hale and Letha Mae Foshee Hale. He served in the United States Army National Guard, reaching the rank of 2nd Lieutenant. Mr. Hale later became a teacher, where he taught 8th grade English at Hemphill Middle School. During his free time, Mr. Hale enjoyed golfing and watching Dallas Cowboy football. He was member of Faith Alive Church in San Augustine, where he enjoyed sharing his Bible knowledge through various Bible study classes.
He is survived by
Wife: Barbara Coons Hale of Patroon, Texas
Daughters:
Pamela Hale and husband, Dan Sabath, of Seattle, Washington
Beverly Carter of Katy, Texas
Melody Bierwirth and husband, Rich, of Brighton, Tennessee
Grandchildren:
Britney Van Antwerp of Holland, Michigan
Muriel Albright of Brighton, Tennessee
Michael Carter of Houston, Texas
Taylor Eilers of Sydney, Australia
Zachary Carter of Katy, Texas
Ryan Bierwirth of Brighton, Tennessee
Callie Sabath of Seattle, Washington
Great-Grandson: John Thomas Albright of Brighton, Tennessee
Sister: Donna Riley of Cleveland, Texas
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
A host of golfing buddies and friends
Preceded in death by
Granddaughter: Sarah Emmaline Adame
Parents: Claude Milton Hale and Letha Mae Foshee Hale
Sisters: Betty Risinger, Sue Hale
Brother: Bobby Hale
Mother-in-law: Virgie Coons
Pallbearers will be Jerry Price, Larry Ferguson, John Underwood, Michael Carter, Zachary Carter and Mike Carter. Honorary pallbearer will be Jonathan Van Antwerp and Ryan Bierwirth.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Faith Alive Church Building Fund, 1013 FM 1277, San Augustine, Texas 75972.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
01/19/2018
A D Whittington, 64, of Timpson, Texas passed away on January 18, 2018 in Timpson, Texas. Born March 20, 1953, A D is the son of the late Robert and Hazel (Miller) Whittington. Visitation will be held 10AM – 12PM, Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, Texas. Graveside service will be held at 2PM, Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Mt. Olive Cemetery, 4417 CR 4054, Timpson, Texas.
A D was a friend of many in Timpson. You could always find him socializing at Timpson Quick Stop. He enjoyed life and spending time with family and friends.
Mr. Whittington is survived by:
Daughters:
Gena Littlejohn
Christy Whittington
Brother, Tony Whittington and wife Pat
Sisters:
Martha Gilbert and husband Richard
Maxine Whittington
Robbie Whittington
Delmar Wallace
7 grandchildren
And a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net.
Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, is in charge of arrangements.
1/19/2018
Bobbie Rhea Clark Mayes was born February 27, 1929 in Beaumont, Texas to Herbert Rhea Clark ad Nancy Barbara Hatchell Clark. She entered into rest on January 18, 2018 in Garrison, Texas
Funeral Service will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at the Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas. Visitation will be 12:00 to 1:00 before service, Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.
Survivors:
Daughters:
Diane Lawrence of Garrison, Texas
Louise Whitesell & husband Alan of Maricopa, AZ.
7 Grandchildren
23 Great-Grandchildren
1 Great-Great-Grandchild
Sister-In-Law: Sissy C lark of Lumberton, Texas
Numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Parents: Herbert Rhea Clark and Nancy Barbara Hatchell
Sister: Barbara Falke
Brother: Herbert Clark
Husband: Thomas A Mayes
1/19/18
Mavis Elliott, 88, of Huxley, Texas, passed away on January 17, 2018 in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was born on January 30, 1929 in Shelby County to L.D. “Huey” Risinger and Ruth Armstreet Risinger. Funeral services for Mavis will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kevin Windham, Bro. Bobby Warr, and Lynn Raymond officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. A visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, January 19, 2018 in the Mangum Funeral Home Stateroom.
Mavis grew up in the Dunnigan Community. She worked as a poultry inspector for USDA, but spent her most valuable hours loving and caring for her family. Mavis loved to quilt and crochet whenever she was able. She was a member of Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church.
Survived by:
Son - Willis “Puncho” Elliott and wife, Becky of Huxley
Grandchild - Michael Pate Elliott of Huxley
Sister - Mary Barker of Dallas
Sisters-in-law - Louise Risinger of Mauriceville; Willie B. Elliott of Shelbyville
Brother-in-law - Paul Bando of West Orange
Special caregivers - Lacy Sholar and Lucille Smith
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Preceded in death by:
Husband - Willis Harlon “Pate” Elliott
Parents - L.D. “Huey” and Ruth Risinger
Sisters - Macy Perry and Wanda Bando
Brother - Bacil Risinger, Sr.
Brothers-in-law - Douglas Perry, Marvin Barker, Bowser Hendricks, and Herbert Elliott
Sister-in-law - Connie Hendricks
Pallbearers are Craig Hendricks, Ron Hendricks, Seth Hendricks, Hunter Hendricks, Jon Jones and Jared Jones.
Honorary pallbearers are Prentice Hendricks, Verbon Hendricks, Craig Jones, Aubrey Gene Elliott, Luke Hendricks, Sawyer Hendricks, Bacil Risinger, Jr., Matt Risinger and Ronnie Youngblood.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
1/18/18
Paul Fredrick Erwin, of Texarkana, passed from this life on Tuesday, January 16, 2018. Born September 6, 1923, he was the second of five children born to James Arthur and Ruby Emma Erwin of Tenaha, Texas.
Paul was a 1942 graduate of Tenaha High School and a proud member of the undefeated Tenaha Tigers football bi-district championship team his senior year. After being honorably discharged from the U.S. Army in 1943, he moved to Houston where he met his future bride while attending the University of Houston.
Paul married Frances Florrow in May 1945 and eventually moved to Fort Worth where they reared their two sons. Paul owned and operated a successful automotive repair business. He and Frances moved to Texarkana, Arkansas, in 1979 where he worked for Orr Chevrolet until his retirement.
Paul was a master gardener who loved sharing gardening tips with friends and family. He was a voracious reader with a near-photographic memory and could speak intelligently on just about any subject. He was an avid sports fan who could quote player and team histories and stats like a pro. His quick wit and mischievous sense of humor kept family and friends laughing - and sometimes groaning - and his stories were legend.
Paul is survived by his sons, Don Erwin (Jacqueline) of Russellville, AR and Artie Erwin (Yvonne) of Texarkana; grandchildren Andrew Erwin (Betsy) of Jersey City, NJ; Micah Erwin (Michelle) of Elgin, TX; Susanna Aich (Rick) of Little Rock, AR; Mason Erwin (Kim) of Chambersburg, PA; Keri Warren (Brad) and Stacy Powell (Kim) of Texarkana; 12 great-grandchildren; brother Jack Erwin (Alma) of Liberty, TX; sister Betty Jean Childress of Joaquin, TX; and a host of other family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Frances Florrow Erwin, brother James Erwin, and sister, Iris Woosley,
Funeral service will be 2 P.M. Saturday, January 20, 2018 at East Funeral Home-Moores Lane with Mr. Patrick Cannon officiating. Private burial to follow at Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Family will receive friends from 1 to 2 P.M. Saturday prior to the funeral service.
Condolences may be left at www.eastfuneralhomes.com
01/18/2018
Robert Olen Hensarling, 81, of San Augustine, Texas, passed away on January 17, 2018 in San Augustine. He was born on October 11, 1936 in San Augustine to Joseph Ralph Hensarling and Versie Ellen Hook Hensarling. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Attoyac Baptist Church in San Augustine.
Robert was raised in the Goodwin Community. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the United States Army and served two years before returning home. Robert treasured his precious moments spent with his grandsons. He also loved playing dominoes or just sitting around and talking with friends and family.
Robert is survived by his sons, Kevin Hensarling and wife, Debra Ann of Palestine and Craig Hensarling of Houston; brothers, Kenneth Bryan Hensarling and wife, Janice of Blackjack and Vernon Ralph Hensarling and wife, Joyce of Sugarland; and grandchildren, Charles Joseph Hensarling, James Robert Hensarling, Joshua Hensarling, and Greg Hall.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Versie Hensarling; daughter, Susan Renee Hensarling; and four sisters.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
1/18/18
Gordon William Nelson, 98, died Sunday, January 14th, 2018.
He was born in the Silas Community on September 23rd, 1919 to Charlie and Hettie Nelson. He graduated from SFA and taught high school for several years in Newton and Port Neches. He lived in the Beaumont area for many years, married Dorothy Dougharty, and raised a family. Mr. Nelson worked in the lab at a refinery that became Union 76 and eventually Chevron. After retirement from the oil industry, he moved back to the Silas Community. Gordon liked to raise animals, drink coffee, eat pie, and visit with people. The folks at the Quick Stop were like family to him.
Gordon is survived by:
Son: Don and Sharon Nelson of Center
Daughter: Nancy Stockman of Temple
Grandchildren:
Jeremy and Brandis Stockman of Salt Lake City, Utah
Amy Smith of Belton
Ben and Casey Nelson of Waco
Son-in-law: O.K. Smith of Belton
sister-in-law: Christene Nelson of Spring
Mr. Nelson is also survived by a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He was preceded in death by:
Parents: Charlie and Hettie Nelson
Brothers:
Elzie Nelson and wife June
Joe Emmitt Nelson
Daughter: Karen Smith
Mother of his children, Dorothy LaHaye
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 27th, 2018, at the Mt. Olive Baptist church in Silas, where he has been a member since a young age. There will be visitation time immediately after the service, then a private interment in the Mt. Olive Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
1/18/2018
Billie Jean Wall, 87, of Center, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2018, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, January 20, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at Bethel Cemetery in Shelby County. Visitation will be held prior to the service at Watson & Sons Funeral Home, beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Mrs. Wall was born September 22, 1930, in Shelby County, to Marvin Jones and Iz Hughes Jones. For several years, she was the owner and operator of a little café. She enjoyed meeting and getting to know the different people she was able to serve. Her hobbies included photography, gardening, working with flowers and listening to country music. Mrs. Wall was a member of James Church of Christ.
She is survived by
Son: Tony Wall and wife, Louise, of Center
Granddaughter: Leslie Wall of Center
Brothers:
David Jones of Center
Sammy Jones and wife, Joy, of McClelland
Sisters:
Helen Sanford and husband, Ozwalt, of Center
Pat Peace and husband, Monk, of Center
Jo Norris of Center
Linda Foreman and husband, Bobby, of Houston
Rose Jones of Center
Mary Walker of Center
Sisters-in-law:
Reneta Jones of Huxley
Karen Jones of Center
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends
Honorary Grandchildren:
Carlee Linebarger
Colin Linebarger
Preceded in death by
Husband: Lester B. Wall
Parents: Marvin Jones and Iz Hughes Jones
Sister: Barbara Waller
Brothers: Donald Jones, Bob Jones
A special thanks to Affinity Hospice and her caretaker, Reba Daniels, for their compassionate care.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
1/18/2018
Mavis Elliott, 88, of Huxley, Texas, passed away on January 17, 2018 in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was born on January 30, 1929 in Shelby County to L.D. “Huey” Risinger and Ruth Armstreet Risinger. Funeral services for Mavis will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kevin Windham, Bro. Bobby Warr, and Lynn Raymond officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. A visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, January 19, 2018 in the Mangum Funeral Home Stateroom.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
1/17/2018
Mrs. Ella Mae Polley, 83, of Center passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at Nacogdoches Medical Center.
Services will be held 2pm Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center, Texas. Interment will follow at Carroll Cemetery in Shelbyville, Texas with Bishop Roosevelt Swindle officiating.
Mrs. Polley is survived by:
Son: Larry (Lois) Polley of Center, Texas
Five Grandchildren
Four Great-Grandshildren
01/16/2018
J. Frank “Jaybird” Edge, 93, of Lufkin, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2018, at his residence.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 19, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. David Hunt, Rev. Ronald Evans, Rev. Jeffery Smith and Rev. Conlen Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Folsom Chapel Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Mr. Edge was born December 6, 1924, in Center to Henry Edge and Mattie Lou Smith Edge. He served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II. He mentored all of his brothers and made sure they always had employment. Mr. Edge retired from Pipefitter Local Union #211. As a hobby, he enjoyed metal detecting and fishing. Mr. Edge was a member of Eastview United Pentecostal Church in Lufkin.
He is survived by
Wife: Velma Edge of Lufkin
Daughter: Patricia Jones and husband, Glen, of Lufkin
Grandchildren:
Conlen Jones and wife, Jennifer
Monica Speed and husband, Rodger
Christy Riddick and husband, Danny
Naomi Evans and husband, Brandon
Great-Grandchildren:
Linsie Jones
Ethan Jones
Noah Jones
Moriah Marks and husband, Kenneth
Sarah Whatley and husband, Cody
Nick Speed and wife, Cristina
Justin Speed
Matthew Edge
Parker Evans
Owen Evans
Nathan Riddick
Nichole Riddick
Mikele Riddick
Avery Riddick
Great-Great-Grandchildren:
Braygen Marks
Kaislee Marks
Jayden Whatley
Ryleigh Whatley
Christian Speed
Nichole Speed
Brothers:
James Edge and wife, LaNell, of Lake Jackson
Lyndon Edge and wife, Vicki, of Rogers, Arkansas
Paul Edge of Desert Hot Springs, California
Dale Edge of Crockett
Sister-in-law: Mary Edge Stacy of Angleton
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives
Preceded in death by
Son: Rev. Michael J. Edge
Daughter-in-law: Marilyn Edge
Sisters: Maxine Miller, Joyce Adams, Jackie Miller
Brother: Henry Wesley Edge
Pallbearers will be Travis Quinn, John Miller, Danny Edge, Keith Edge, Larry Edge and Steve Miller. Honorary pallbearers will be Benny Bright, Roy Bright, Ted Bright, Randy Bright and Jack Quinn.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Folsom Chapel Cemetery Fund.
A special thanks to Heart to Heart Hospice, Veterans Association, Salvation Army Daycare and Texas Home Health for their compassionate care. Also, a very special thanks to his special nephew, Benny Bright, for his care and assistance through the years.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
01/15/2018
Clarence Weaver, 87, of Timpson, passed away Monday, January 15, 2018, in Nacogdoches.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 18, 2018, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Mike Oliver and Bro. Son Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Attoyac Cemetery in San Augustine County. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 noon.
Mr. Weaver was born July 19, 1930, in Broaddus, to James Weaver and Mattie Hines Weaver. He enjoyed working as a mechanic, farming and spending time with his family. He was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Weaver was a past member of Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149.
He is survived by
Wife: Margie Windham Weaver of Timpson
Daughter: Tammy Shofner and husband, Johnny, of Center
Step-Children:
Jimmy Williams and wife, Rosalie, of Palestine
Keith Williams and wife, Erna, of Lufkin
Pam Williams and husband, Gary, of Lufkin
Grandchildren:
Clarence Randy Weaver, Jr. and wife, Amanda, of Shelbyville
Derek Barbee and wife, Megan, of Center
Juston Barbee and wife, Jolie, of Center
Clayton Barbee and wife, Sarah, of Center
7 Step-Grandchildren
8 Great-Grandchildren
14 Step-Great-Grandchildren
Nieces:
Cathey Monk and husband, Sam, of Center
Nelda Cook of Etoile
Host of other family and friends
Preceded in death by
Wife: Julie Rushing Weaver
Son: Clarence Randy Weaver, Sr.
Parents: James and Mattie Weaver
Numerous brothers and sisters
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
1/11/2018
Winfred "Spike" Harner, age 87, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2018, in Kerrville. He was born on April 13, 1930, in Red Knob, West Virginia, to Fred and Belva Hopkins Harner. He married Jean Marie Helmick in Flint, Michigan more than 40 years ago, was an active choir member, retired Postal Carrier of 36 years and served in the Air Force during the Korean War.
He is survived by:
His wife: Jean Harner of Kerrville
Daughters:
Sherilyn Lorkowski of New Hampshire
Kathy Quigley of Michigan
Laural Salazar of San Antonio
Sons:
Jerry Harner of Michigan
David Stevens of Colorado
Thomas Stevens of Wisconsin
Younger sister: Jane Shoemaker of Michigan
Elder brother: Bruce Harner of Florida
12 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Karen Harner.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, January 16, 2018, at 12 PM at First United Methodist Church in Kerrville.
The family invites you to send condolences at www.grimesfuneralchapels.com by selecting the “Send Condolences” link.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Grimes Funeral Chapels of Kerrville.
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