Obituaries
09/01/2016
Early Monday morning, August 29,2016, Ella McBride Williams received her eagle wings as stated in Isaiah 40:31. She was the 5th child born on February 23, 1933 to Thomas and Louella Williams in Center, Texas.
In 1951, she married Bennie McBride and moved to Dallas, Texas. They had four beautiful daughters before his untimely death in 1959, leaving her to raise them alone. Ella worked hard to support her girls as a maid in private homes. Around 1970, she began working for Mrs. Gloria Nelson as her housekeeper. Over the years, the relationship evolved into a friendship. When she went to clean her house each Saturday, she and Mrs. Nelson ate and talked, making cleaning the house secondary. Approximately two years ago, Ella could no longer work due to her declining health. Mrs. Nelson continued to pay until her death.
Ella accepted Christ at an early age while living in Center, Texas. After moving to Dallas, she joined New Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church in West Dallas where she and her girls served faithfully. Upon moving to Oak Cliff and later Duncanville, Ella joined Lighthouse Church Of God In Christ where she served for 36 years, until her transition. She served in many ministries; The Mother's Council, Golden Girls Choir, Children's Nursery, and Prayer Band.
All who knew Ella knew how much she loved the Lord and her family. When she was not at church, she spent her time working crossword puzzles while watching Wheel of Fortune and Jimmy Swaggart.
She was preceded in death by her youngest daughter, Deborah McBride, parents, Thomas & Louella Williams, two brothers, J.D. Lane and Prentice Williams. Six sisters preceded her in death; Mozell Suell, Odell Williams, Bertha Williams, Willie Palmer, Winnie Morris, and Ruby Suell.
She is survived by:
Sisters; Dee Rosenthal, Juanita McClelland, and Evelyn Jackson(Edward)
Brothers; Thomas Williams(Vera), Sammy Williams, James Williams(Bobbie), Riley Williams(Michelle), Robert Williams, and Kenneth Williams
Brother-in-law, Odie Suell
Daughters; Carolyn Stennett, Sandra McGuire (Sammy, Sr.) and Esther Armstead(Clifford).
Grandchildren; Shanterra McBride, Clifford Armstead II, Sametra McGuire, Sammy McGuire, Jr., Melsha Stennett, Jacoby Stennett, Kimberly Stennett, Shelton McGuire, Rashad Diggles, Bryan Diggles, and Jennifer Diggles.
10 great grandchildren
Additionally, she is survived by many nieces, nephews, and a faithful friend, Mable Moffett.
09/01/2016
Jerry M. Sowell, 77, of Logansport, passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2016, in Nacogdoches.
Mr. Sowell’s wishes were to be cremated and a family memorial will be held at a later date.
Mr. Sowell was born May 6, 1939, in San Augustine, to James Kelly Sowell and Ruby Sanford Sowell. He served in the United States Marine Corps and was a member of Campti Pentecostal Church.
He is survived by
Children:
Luanne Chandler of San Augustine
Valerie Kay Wilson of San Augustine
Michael Patrick Sowell of San Augustine
Jarrod Murl Sowell of Logansport, Louisiana
Jenifer Sowell Bonner and husband, Tim, of Joaquin
Jana Sowell Hicks of Logansport, Louisiana
Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Sons: Pruitt Forrest Sowell, Jerry Bradford Sowell
Parents: James Kelly Sowell and Ruby Sanford Sowell
8 Siblings
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/31/2016
Gladys Janette Moore, 78, of Stringtown, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, August 29, 2016, in Durant, Oklahoma.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, September 1, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Don Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Smith Cemetery in Shelby County. A visitation will be held prior to the funeral service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Mrs. Moore was born December 20, 1937, in Pelican, Louisiana, to Alfred Burns and Ola Matthews Burns. She enjoyed gardening, fishing, cooking and going to church. Mrs. Moore loved her family.
She is survived by
Daughter: Donna Selph of Stringtown, Oklahoma
Son: Tom Keggereis of Stockton, Missouri
Grandchildren:
Benjamin Keggereis
Carrie Keggereis
Jamie Tuttle
Jennifer Gallo
Christin “Vicky” Chaffin
Codi Burleson
Jana Lynn Keggereis
Rachel Brubaker
Terry Keggereis Jr.
Michael Keggereis
19 Great-Grandchildren
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Son: Terry Keggereis
Parents: Alfred Burns and Ola Matthews Burns
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/29/2016
Mary Doris Shofner Hall Burton, 97, of Center, passed away on August 27, 2016. She will be missed as a dear mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was born on October 3, 1918.
There will be no funeral, but a graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on August 30, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Doris was preceded in death by husbands Wayman Hall, Delbert Burton, and Bill Foil, and her sister Belva Allen. Doris was a well-known hairdresser in Center for 45 years. She was a long-time member of Beta Sigma Phi sorority and a former member of First Baptist Church in Center. For years, Doris loved to square dance and play bridge and dominoes.
Doris is survived by her sons Jim Hall and wife Bernie of Baytown, and Ron Hall and wife Peggy of Henderson; grandchildren Derek Hall and wife Alicia, Lee Hall, Jessica Chapman and husband Troy, Mendi Cooper and husband Richard; and great-grandchildren Lisette and Sofia Hall, Zoe Chapman, and Bryson Cooper.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/29/2016
Doyle Luman, 83, of Nacogdoches formerly of Center passed away Monday, August 29, 2016 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.
Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday August 31, 2016 at Mt. Herman Cemetery with Bro. Bobby Warr officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born October 10, 1932 in Shelby County to Jesse Lee and Frances (Warr) Luman. He served in the US Army during the Korean War and upon his return he went to work for Center Coca Cola. He started as a delivery person and worked his way up to manager and spent 50 happy years serving his customers in Center and the surrounding counties. He always believed he worked for the best company in the world and was known as Mr. Coca Cola in the area.
He is preceded in death by parents, his two sisters, Mozelle Smith and Becky McSwain and one brother, Redell Luman. He was also preceded in death by his dear son, Gregory Mack Luman.
He is survived by:
Wife of 59 years: Billie Frances Luman of Nacogdoches
Daughter: Selina Luman of Nacogdoches
Numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends
Special Friends: Fred & Judy Hughes of Lufkin
If you would like to make a memorial donation, please do so to the Center Roughrider scholarship in memory of his son, Greg Luman
Pallbearers: Bob Reeves, Frank Hoppe, Jesse Hughes, Mark Jenkins, John Dora & Jeff Warr
Honorary Pallbearers: Fred Hughes, Joe Shofner, Burley Lamb, Bill Holt & Dale Otto
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
08/27/2016
Lynda Jean Reneau was born November 11, 1949 in Nacogdoches, Texas she died August 27, 2016 in Nacogdoches, Texas
Services will be Monday, August 29, 2016 @ 10:00 am at Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas
Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00pm, Sunday, August 28, 2016 at Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas
Survivors:
Charlie Reneau: husband of Garrison, Texas
Sons:
Keith Hutto and wife Colette of Garrison, Texas
Keven Hutto and wife Carla of Garrison, Texas
Charlie Reneau and wife Monica of Garrison, Texas
Daughter: Kim Mullins and husband Jason
Brothers:
Dustin Lunsford of Garrison, Texas
Eddie Lunsford and wife Florance of Black Jack, Texas
Scott Lunsford of Garrison, Texas
Grandchildren:
Christopher Hutto
Megan Lindsey & husband Cody
Fischer Rothenberger
Morgan Hutto
Jacey Mullins
Lauren Hutto
Hunter Mullins
Caden Reneau
Cooper Reneau
Four great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by parents: Edgar and Tommy Lunsford
Brother: Ronnie Lunsford
Services under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home
08/27/2017
Ann Gregston Rash Reeves, 72, of Joaquin, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2016, at her residence.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, August 29, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 30, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Gordon Vaughn and Bro. Jeff Spring officiating. Interment will follow at Liberty Hill Cemetery in San Augustine.
Mrs. Reeves was born December 18, 1943, in Orange, to Luke Gregston and Bulah Truitt Gregston. He loved fishing and was a member of Lydia Baptist Church.
She is survived by
Sons:
Derrick Rash of Joaquin
Larry Rash of Etoile
Grandchildren:
Melisa Moore and husband, Danny, of Beaumont
Chris Rash and wife, Amanda, of Washington
Brandon Rash of Fresno, California
Chuck Rash and wife, Suzzette, of Fresno, California
Four Great-Grandchildren
Sisters:
Jean Rash of Jasper
Kathlenne Matthews of Center
Brother: Kenneth Gregston of Shelbyville
Preceded in death by
Husband: Charles A Rash Sr.
Husband: Gene Reeves
Son: Charles A Rash Jr.
Daughter: Tammy Rash Mikesh
Parents: Luke Gregston and Bulah Truitt Gregston
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/26/2016
Brian Neil Borders, 45, of Center, passed away Thursday, August 25, 2016, at his residence.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, August 27, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 28, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Sister Melba Rodgers and Bro. Ozay Ford officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mr. Borders was born December 24, 1970, in Lufkin, to Fred Borders and Linda Horn Borders. He served on the Shelbyville ISD School Board for six years. He enjoyed spending time on the river and was a member of Campti Pentecostal Church.
He is survived by
Son: Nolan Borders of Center
Daughter: Brianne Borders of Nacogdoches
Parents: Fred and Linda Borders of Center
Sisters:
Tammie Borders of Idaho
Kim Payne and husband, Rob, of Center
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
A host of friends
Pallbearers will be Brad Horn, Richard Horn, Jason Horn, Jason Rodgers, Michael Pollard, Luke Odom, Keith Belrose, Nowell Borders and Darin Borders. Honorary pallbearers will be Mack Borders, Ronnie Borders, Donnie Borders, Ronnie Horn, Lamar Horn, Newton Johnson and Dudley Craig.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/25/2016
Murray (Shoboo) Johnson, Jr., 65 of Center, passed away Tuesday morning, August 23, 2016 at Nacogdoches Medical Center, Nacogdoches, Texas.
Service will be held at 1pm Saturday, August 27, 2016 at Triumph Center Church, Center, Texas with interment at Westview Cemetery, Center, Texas with Bishop Howard Cloudy officiating.
He is survived by:
Wife, Delories Johnson of Center
Sons:
Murray Johnson III of Beeville, Texas
Murray Johnson IV of Beeville, Texas
Shevikski Johnson of Center
Daughter, Shalonda Wards of Beeville, Texas
Grandchildren, 3 Great-Grandchildren
Sister, Annie Watts of San Augustine
Brothers:
James Whitsey of Center
Junior C. Whitsey of Center
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
08/25/2016
Billy Ray Roberts, 72, recently of Shreveport, Louisiana, formerly of Joaquin, Texas, passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2016, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, August 26, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, August 27, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. David Long officiating. Interment will follow at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin.
Mr. Roberts was born February 17, 1944, in Nacogdoches, to Waymond Dail Roberts and Willie Gay Lewis Roberts. He graduated from Joaquin High School and was a proud member of the class of 1962. Mr. Roberts proudly served his country in the United States Army. On November 20, 1970, He married Sharon Brown Roberts of Pleasant Hill, Louisiana. They shared 46 wonderful years together. Mr. Roberts began his career primarily in sales, focusing on growing the family syrup business, which he did for many years. His occupation led him into industrial, pharmaceutical and oil field supplies sales for much of his life. Throughout his years of sales travel, he made many friendships that endured throughout time. Mr. Roberts loved and cherished his wife, children and grandchildren. As a loving husband and father, his life was centered around spending time with his family. He was a follower of Christ and member of First Baptist Church of Haslam.
He is survived by
Wife: Sharon Brown Roberts of Shreveport, Louisiana
Daughter: Melody Roberts Volentine of Jennings, Louisiana
Sons:
Blake Roberts and wife, Sherry, of Bullard, Texas
Cail Roberts and wife, Melissa, of Burleson, Texas
Grandchildren:
Josh Ogletree
Cory Ogletree
Bryce Roberts
Kenzi Roberts
Rylie Roberts
Ryan Roberts
Brother-in-law: Jerry Green of Timpson, Texas
Nephews:
Shane Green
Cade Green
Cole Green
Rowdy Green
Numerous other nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Waymond Dail Roberts and Willie Gay Lewis Roberts
Sister: Virginia Dail Roberts Green
The family appreciates the excellent care and compassion of LifeCare Hospital of Shreveport, Willis Knighton South Medical Center and Live Oak’s of Louisiana.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Jackson Baptist Church Building Fund, 11120 Highway 7 East, Joaquin, Texas 75954.
Pallbearers will be Jason Harvey, Jeremy Harvey, Matt Matthews, Clint Carroll, Tim Bowden and Brian Dean.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/24/2016
Denard Pinkney Ramsey, 86, of Timpson, Texas, passed away August 22, 2016, in Nacogdoches, TX. Graveside service for Denard Pinkney Ramsey, son of the late William Yancy and Ester Pennington Ramsey, will be at 10:00 AM, Friday, August 26, 2016, at Shady Grove Cemetery with Bro. Jimmy Nix officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM – 8 PM, Thursday, August 25, 2016 at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
Born May 15, 1930, in Shelby County, Texas, on the family farm. Denard Pinkney Ramsey was the son of the late William Yancy and Ester (Pennington) Ramsey. After graduating from Timpson High School in 1948, Denard enlisted in the United States Army and served during the Korean War. Following his time spent in the militatry, Denard was employed with Trailmobile as a painter, later learning to weld. He enjoyed keeping up with the weather. Denard found monitoring therometers and rain gages very interesting. He also enjoyed looking at the stars with his telescope. Denard enjoyed playing the steel guitar. He was a member of Highway Tabernacle and loved his church and church family.
Survivors include:
Son, Randy Ramsey, of Austin, Texas
Daughter, Kelly Plunkett and husband Jason of Lumberton, Texas
Nephews, Shannon Ramsey and wife Judy of Timpson, Texas, Benny Ramsey, of Amarillo, Texas, William H. Hughes and wife Gwen of Center, Texas
Niece, Evelyn Chapman Grace and husband Delbert of Rhome, Texas
3 grandchildren; Trevor Ramsey, Cameron Plunkett, and Caitlin Plunkett
A host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.
In addition to his parents, Denard Pinkney Ramsey was preceded in death by brothers, Ellis Ramsey, Leonard Ramsey; sisters, Dorothy Hughes, Emma Dean Chapman, and Lillie Earles.
To convey condolences online please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.
08/23/2016
Richard Wayne Sholar III, infant son of Richard Wayne Sholar and LaBresha McClelland, passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2016, in Angleton.
Funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Friday, August 26, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. James Eddie Risinger and Bro. Rodney Roberts officiating. Interment will follow at Corinth Cemetery.
He is survived by
Father: Richard Wayne Sholar Jr. of Center
Mother: LeBresha McClelland of Center
Sister: Rilee Sholar of Center
Grandparents:
Cindy Sholar of Patroon
Richard Sholar Sr. and wife of Joaquin
Brenda Hill of San Augustine
Great-Grandparents:
Patricia Williams of Logansport, Louisiana
Ella Ruth Garrett of Logansport, Louisiana
Uncles and Aunts:
Brandon Jackson of Center
Nikki Joubert of Center
Lacy Sholar of Shelbyville
Heather Glenn and husband of Shelbyville
Preston Sholar and wife of Shelbyville
Michael Hill Jr. and wife of Center
Walter Hill of Shelbyville
Markeisha Garrett of Logansport
Leonard Johnson and wife of Maywood, Illinois
Special Aunts:
Della Mosby and husband, of Romeoville, Illinois
Renita Gatlin of Logansport, Louisiana
Numerous other relatives
Preceded in death by
Great Grandparents:
Murl Jackson, Robbie Ash, Ollis Sholar, Ethel Munn, Walter and Rosie Lee McClelland, Willie Roy Williams
Great Aunt: Linda Faye Johnson
Pallbearers will be Chadly Fleming, Preston Sholar, Michael Hill Jr. and Walter Hill. Honorary pallbearer will be Brandon Jackson.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/23/2016
Sandra Jo Baldwin Barclay, 70, of Frisco, passed away Monday, August 22, 2016, in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, August 25, 2016, at First Baptist Church in Frisco. Funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, August 27, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Jimmy Bowlin officiating. A visitation will be held prior to the funeral service, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Woods Post Office Cemetery in Panola County.
Mrs. Barclay was born August 18, 1946, in Nacogdoches, to James Edmond Baldwin and Jessie Lee Hartt Baldwin. She was involved with the Neighborhood Nine Group. Mrs. Barclay was employed by Houston Lighting and Power, Dallas Power and Light, Antec (Arris) and lastly Anixter. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Frisco. Mrs. Barclay took care of all her family and friends and loved them dearly. She was “Aunt Sandy” to all her nieces and nephews and all their friends.
She is survived by
Husband: Tony Barclay of Frisco
Brothers:
Mike Baldwin and wife, Joan, of Center
Sam Baldwin and wife, Shree, of Tenaha
Sister: Patricia Baldwin Edmundson and husband, Bill, of Waskom
Sisters-in-law:
Helen Baldwin Pleasant and husband, Otis, of Center
Jana Baldwin of Conroe
Brother-in-law: Heath J. Barclay and wife, Alice, of San Antonio
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Step Daughter: Penny Budai of Redding, California
Step Grandchildren:
Angelina Budai of Redding, California
Tony Budai of Redding, California
Preceded in death by
Parents: James Edmond Baldwin and Jessie Lee Hartt Baldwin
Mother-in-law & Father-in-law: Ernest J. and Alma Barclay
Brothers: Jackie Lynn Baldwin, James “Jimmy” Edmond Baldwin
Nephew: Joseph Carl Baldwin
Niece: Pam Baldwin
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association (https://donatenow.heart.org/) and the American Cancer Society (https://donate2.cancer.org/).
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/21/2016
Clara Nell Warren Bradshaw, 90, of Center, passed away Sunday, August 21, 2016, in Longview.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 23, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 24, 2016, at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.
Mrs. Bradshaw was born February 24, 1926, in Leon County, to Reginald Vincent Warren and Winnie Kennedy Warren. She loved sewing and cooking for family and friends. Mrs. Bradshaw was known for her beautiful flowers.
She is survived by
Daughters:
Terry Rice and husband, Loyd, of Longview
Brenda Dean and husband, Bobby, of Center
Grandchildren:
Tammy Rice and husband, Danny, of Longview
Bobby Hunter Dean of Center
Brandy Dean and fiancé, Marc Gebala, of Fredrick, Colorado
Great-Grandchildren:
Amber Barber and husband, Jeremy, of Longview
Ashley Bridwell of Longview
Clara Grace Gebala of Fredrick, Colorado
Great-Great-Grandchild:
Alyvia Grace Barber of Longview
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Husband: Hunter Bradshaw
Parents: Reginald Vincent Warren and Winnie Kennedy Warren
Brothers: R.V. Warren, Billie Warren, Gene Warren, Wyndell Warren
Pallbearers will be Bobby Hunter Dean, Jeremy Barber, Jessie Wiggins, Marc Gebala, Jared Wiggins and Darren Wiggins. Honorary pallbearers will be Joe McSwain, Burke Bounds and Jackie Hilton.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/19/2016
Jane Dyett Collins, of Center, passed away on August 18, 2016, at her home.
Her wishes were to be cremated, and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
She was born on June 24, 1943, in Allegheny, Pennsylvania, to William Dyett, Jr. and O’Jean Crawford Dyett.
She was preceded in death by her parents, step-father, Rosamond G. Doiron, Sr., and husband, Major Harold E. Bethel.
She is survived by
Daughter, Pam Howard and dear son-in-law, Howell
Grandson, Payne Howard and wife, Mallory
Great-granddaughter, Makenzie
Great-grandson, Kase
Sisters:
Jean Hall of Sedona, Arizona
Robbie Hefflin-Thompson of Terrell
Debbie Dyett of Scurry
Junior Parker and husband, Chris, of Japan
Brother: Rosamond G. Doiron, II and wife, Victoria, of Allen
Many treasured nieces and nephews
Beloved pets, Buffy and Frannie
Special thanks to Sara, Evelyn, Tara, and the entire staff of Affinity Hospice for their loving care.
If desired, memorial gifts may be made to The American Cancer Society (cancer.org) or Affinity Hospice (2708 S. Medford Dr., Lufkin, Texas 75901).
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/18/2016
Mr. James Adolph Jones, age 78, of San Augustine, Texas. Mr. Jones passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2016 at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 20, 2016 at 12 noon at the Reed Chapel Baptist Church. Interment: Haley Bush Cemetery with Rev. George Cartwright, Officiating
Visitation & Wake will be Friday, August 19, 2016 from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Garner & Son Chapel
He is survived by:
wife: Mildred C. Jones of San Augustine, TX,
son: David C. Jones (Kathleen), of Houston, TX
daughter: Kimberly J. Sims (Kirby), of Houston, TX
daughter by marriage: Cynthia Nadine Weaver, of Houston, TX
son by marriage: Jeffrey Troy Weaver of Houston, TX.
two sisters: Vonzella Garner of San Augustine,TX, Marva Jean Roach of Tyler, TX
one brother: Johnny Davis Jones (Joyce) of Tyler, TX,
13 grandchildren
2 great grandchildren
A host of Nieces, Nephews, cousins, extended relatives and friends.
08/17/2016
Steve William Jameson, 65, of Center, passed away Tuesday, August 16, 2016, at his residence.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, August 19, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 20, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. James Goodwyn officiating. Interment will follow at Campti Cemetery in Center.
Mr. Jameson was born June 30, 1951, in Galveston, to L. W. B. Jameson and Doris Mae Bright Jameson. He served as a Peace Officer for the State of Texas for 27 years. He was a member of Campti Pentecostal Church.
He is survived by
Wife: JoAnn Jameson of Center
Children:
Christina Powell and husband, Thomas, of Center
Steve Jameson and wife, Deyonna, of Center
Dottie Jameson and fiancé, Doug, of Center
Grandchildren:
Rachel Powell of Center
Rebekah Powell of Center
Rileigh Powell of Center
Thomas Powell of Center
Will Montgomery of Mineral Wells
Sarah Montgomery of Mineral Wells
Ryan Jameson of Mineral Wells
Matthew Jameson of Mineral Wells
John Anthony Quintero of Center
Katelynn Pearl Willess of Center
Kimberlynn Snodgrass of Center
Sisters:
Serita Kennedy and husband, Randy, of Cypress
Judy Gerst and husband, Tom, of Katy
Aunt: Evelyn Hughes and husband, Travis, of Center
Pallbearers will be Donovan Palmerm, Will Montgomery, Anthony Quintero, Matthew Jameson, Eddie Palmer, Ryan Jameson, Tommy Powell, Thomas Powell and Doug Snodgrass.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
08/17/2016
Anne Conwell, 67 of Tenaha, passed away Tuesday, August 16, 2016 at Nacogdoches Memorial, Nacogdoches, Texas.
She was cremated and there will be no services held.
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
08/17/2016
Stephanie Mitchell, 49 of San Augustine, passed away Monday, August 15, 2016 at Tomball Regional Medical Center, Tomball, Texas.
Funeral service will be at 12 noon Monday, August 22, 2016 at Mt. Dena Baptist Church, San Augustine, Texas with interment at Mt. Dena Cemetery, San Augustine with Pastor Anthony Jackson officiating.
She is survived by:
Husband, Draon Mitchell of Houston, Texas
Mother, Beatrice Weathered of San Augustine
Father, Nelson Ray Weathered of San Augustine
Brothers:
James Weathered of Center
Marvin (Linda) Weathered of San Augustine
Calvin Weathered of San Augustine
Anthony (Latoya) Weathered of Mississippi
Alex (Sherena) Weathered of San Augustine
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
08/16/2016
Elma Swindall, 101, of Center passed away Sunday, August 14, 2016 at Lakeside Village Assisted Living Center on Loop 500.
Services will be 11am Saturday, August 20, 2016 at Triumph Church, Greer Street in Center, Texas with the Rev. Robert Gipson, officiating.
Ms. Swindall was born November 9, 1914 to the late Mahalia Swindall. Ms Elma was employed as a teacher for 42 years, beginning with the Webb Rural School and then later with C.H. Daniels and Center Elementary. She retired from teaching in 1975 and traveled with her sister extensively until 1998.
She was a devoted member of the Mt. Zion CME Church until her health failed her in recent years, however, she continued to support her church. She served the Lord and her church in many capacities, one being church treasurer for many years.
She was proceded in death by her mother, Mahalia Swindall and her sister Selma Swindall McClelland.
She leaves to cherish her memory a host of too many cousins to number, including Anita Lister Gipson-Williams (Jackie) and Doris Annette Harris of Center, Retha Swindle of Baytown and Annie Nell Crockett of Timpson. She leaves a goddaughter, Doris Denise Sampson-Patterson of California, a very special friend, Mrs. Johnnie Price of Lakeside Village Assisted Living Center, and a devoted caretaker, Mrs. Kaye Powell of Lakeside Village Assisted Living Center and host of friends to numerous to mention.
A memorial service will also be held in her honor Friday, August 19th beginning at 7pm hosted by Mt. Zion CME Church, 921 Martin Luther King Drive in Center, Texas.
Pallbearers are: Darryl Nolan Gipson, Ernest Darnell Swindle, Charles Benard Swindle, Mervin J. Moore, Waymond Malone and Terry Harris.
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home on the corner of Loop 500 and Neuville Street in Center.
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