Obituaries
03/11/2016
Wade Anderson, 81, of Center, passed away Friday, March 11, 2016, in Lufkin.
Funeral services are pending at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
03/11/2016
Martha “Marty” Berry, 67, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, March 10, 2016 as a result of an automobile accident.
A Memorial Visitation will be Saturday, March 12, 2016 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born October 10, 1948 in Houston to Oliver V. and Doris “Jerry” (Hibler) Gerland. Her greatest joy was being “Nana” to her grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her Son, Michael George Blackwood, Mother, Jerry Gerland & Sister, Deborah White True.
She is survived by:
Husband: Dallas Berry of Joaquin
Daughter: Michelle Booker & husband, Ronny of Longview
Daughter: Penny Mills & husband, Matt of Gary
Grandchildren:
Michael Blackwood, III
Corban Obregon
Cortni Obregon
Mersades Blackwood
Jasper Mills
Great-Grandson: Carter Blackwood
Twin Great-Grandchildren on the way
Father: Oliver V. Gerland of Somerville
Brother: Bill K. Gerland & wife, Barbara of Lufkin
Sister: Pam Stewart & husband, Ronnie of Magnolia
Special Memories, Kade Cockrell & family
In lieu of flowers, family request donations can be made to St. Judes Children Hospital
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
03/09/2016
Marie Gordon Hickman, 84, of Zavalla, passed away Monday, March 7, 2016, at her residence.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, March 10, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 11, 2016, at Lone Cedar Missionary Baptist Church in Joaquin with Bro. Zinc Hamm and Bro. Hiram Melton officiating. Interment will follow at Lone Cedar Cemetery in Joaquin.
Mrs. Hickman was born September 28, 1931, in the Lone Cedar Community of Shelby County, to E. L. Gordon and Vergie Peace Gordon. She was an avid outdoorswoman, who loved camping and fishing. Her hobbies also included needlepointing and crocheting. Mrs. Hickman was a loving mother and grandmother. She was a member of Concord Baptist Church in Zavalla.
She is survived by
Husband: Charles Hickman of Zavalla
Sons:
Keith Hickman and wife, Tammy, of Huntington
Terry Hickman and wife, Jill, of Kingwood
Grandchildren:
Dan Hickman and wife, Kim, of Huntington
Ben Hickman and wife, Vita, of Deer Park
Cara Hickman Woolet and husband, Keyl, of Kingwood
Great Grandchildren:
Colton Hickman
Kylee Hickman
Kaya Hickman
Leo Hickman
Brother: James Gordon and wife, Sue, of Tenaha
Sister: Doris Gordon Pierce and husband, Leon, of Pasadena
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: E. L. Gordon and Vergie Peace Gordon
Sister: Joy Gordon
A special thanks to Kim Manon for all of her loving care.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/08/2016
Marie Hickman, of Zavalla, passed away Monday, March 7, 2016, at her residence.
Services are pending at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
03/08/2016
Services to honor Auvy Nell Hooper, 80, will be held at 10 A.M. on Friday, March 11, 2016 at Centuries Memorial Funeral Home in Shreveport, LA. Rev. Crawford Williams will officiate along with Rev. Wayne DesLattes. The family will receive visitors on Thursday, March 10, from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. at the funeral home.
Nell was born Auvy Nell Madden on Sunday, May 26, 1935 in Shelbyville, TX. She was a devoted follower of Christ and a servant of Him and others. She loved and gave care to all of her family and friends and lived out a passion for teaching children at Ingleside and Calvary Baptist Churches for 48 years. She honored God throughout her entire life.
Mrs. Hooper was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Vergie Madden, and her sister Marie Waggoner. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Glynn Hooper, son Larry Hooper (fiancé Cookie), daughter Glynda Wood (husband Joe), grandchildren Brad Reeves, Allison Kain (husband Jason), Kara Burch (husband Joshua), Kaley Sanders (husband Colton), great grandchildren Madison and Mackenzie Reeves, Knox Burch, Caroline Sanders and other extended family and friends.
Donations in her memory can be made to Shriners Hospital or St. Jude's Hospital.
03/07/2016
Mr. Cleveland “Bo Bo” Payne, age 47, of San Augustine, Texas. Mr. Payne passed away Friday, March 4, 2016 at Sabine County Hospital in Hemphill, Texas.
Funeral service is currently pending at this time.
03/06/2016
Daniel Forest Yarbrough, 81, of Center, passed away Saturday, March 5, 2016, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, March 7, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 8, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Tim Perkins officiating. Interment will follow at Short Cemetery in Shelby County.
Mr. Yarbrough was born May 20, 1934, in Oklahoma. He was raised in Eunice, New Mexico and attended Abilene Christian College. He served in the Navy during the Korean Conflict. He worked and retired from Citgo Oil Company management. He met and married his wife, Alda, while working for Citgo in Center. From 2001 to 2013, he was the Shelby County Santa Claus. He enjoyed this role immensely and it was a role he was born to play. He served as Sunday School Teacher for the Runnels Chapel Sunday School Class. He was a member of the Hurst Street Church of Christ. Nothing made him happier than being surrounded by his family and friends.
Survived by:
Wife: Alda (Johnson) Yarbrough of Center, Texas
Children:
Steven Carter and wife Tiffni of Hoxie, Kansas
Darla (Windham) Smith and husband Carey of Lebanon, Tennessee
Janet (Windham) Hughes and husband Edward of Carthage, Texas
Grandchildren:
Phillip Joshua Carter of Hoxie, Kansas
Erin Carter of Hoxie, Kansas
Kaden Carter of Hoxie, Kansas
Brittany Breaux of Lebanon, TN
Pallbearers will be Phillip Carter, Edward Hughes, Carey Smith, Terry Walton, Kerry Lucas and Wyatt Windham. Honorary Pallbearers will be Newton Johnson, Jr. and Edgar Felder.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/05/2016
William “Bill” Skinner, 76, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, March 4, 2016 in Joaquin.
The Family is holding a memorial service at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, March 6, 2016 at United Methodist Church of Joaquin with Bro. Randy Smith and Bro. Robert Ortigo officiating.
Mr. Skinner was born June 1, 1939 in Ringold, Louisiana to James Edward Skinner and Janie Ruth Skinner. He retired from Dispatcher for Shelby County Sheriff Office. He loved working in his yard and racing. Mr. Skinner was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Joaquin.
He is survived by
Wife: Mary Ann Skinner
Sons:
William Edward Skinner Jr., and wife, Kimberly
Robert Glenn Skinner
Grandchildren:
Keri Leann Skinner
Bobbi Fay Cotton McDonald
Bailey Morgan Skinner
Reagan Brooke Skinner
Great Grandchildren:
Natalie Nicole McDonald
Jack Robert McDonald
Sister:
Dorothy Louise Skinner Hogue, and husband, Donald
Brother:
James Robert Skinner
Numerous nephews, Great nephews, cousins, and a host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: James Edward Skinner and Janie Ruth Skinner
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/03/2016
Sister Eva M. Preston, 84, a long time resident of Center, Texas passed away on February 28, 2016 in Houston, Texas.
Services are scheduled for Saturday, March 5, 2016 at 11am at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 607 Hopkins, Center, Texas with Rev. Jeremy Moore as the eulogist and Pastor Dr. Freddie Wilson officiating.
Visitation will begin on Friday, March 4, 2016 at 1pm until 3:30pm at Sid Roberts Funeral Home, Nacogdoches, Texas.
Wake will begin on Friday, March 4, 2016 at 5pm until 8pm at St. Paul Baptist Church, Center, Texas.
Burial will be at Westview Cemetery, Center, Texas under the leadership of Sid Roberts Funeral Home, Nacogdoches, Texas.
Sister Eva M. Preston was born February 27, 1932 to George Cotton and Laura (Waterhouse) Cotton both deceased. She was also married to Dwight P. Preston, Jr., also deceased.
Survivors include:
Sons:
Dwight Preston III (Stephenia) of Center, Texas
John F. Preston (Normanique) of Missouri City, Texas
Ronald R. Preston (Lisa) of Houston, Texas
Stephon C. Preston (Cynthia) of Houston, Texas
Sister-in-law, Ruth Cotton of Houston, Texas
God-daughter, Bonita Creag (Alexander) of Seagoville, Texas
God-sons: Willie Lathan and Michael Lathan (Debbie) of Bossier City, Louisiana
A host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.
03/04/2016
Mary Kathleen Hayes, 95, of Tomball, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2016 at The Heights Tomball in Tomball.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 5, 2016 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Karen Jones officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Saturday starting at noon until service time.
She was born May 1, 1920 in Nacogdoches County to Ellis and Florence (Blanton) Kingham. She graduated from Stephen F. Austin.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Ellis & Florence Kingham, Husband, Jack Quinton Hayes and Brother, James Kingham.
She is survived by:
Son: Lynn Hayes & wife, Margaret of Tomball
2 Granddaughters:
Stephanie Rodriguez & husband, Victor
Heather Hayes
4 Great-Grandchildren:
Nathan Caleb Hayes
Rebecca Ann Hoffman
Amber Rodriguez
Matthew Rodriguez
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
March 2, 2016
Barkley Ben Bowlin, 77, of Tenaha, Texas was called home on March 1, 2016 in Carthage, Texas.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 AM, Saturday, March 5, 2016, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church, Timpson, Texas. Burial will follow in Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Timpson, Texas. Visitation will be from 6-8 PM, Friday, March 4, 2016 at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
Barkley was born March 18, 1938 to the late Jodie and Freda Roberts Bowlin. He graduated from Timpson High school in 1956. There, he was a proud football player for the Bears. He also ran high school track and went to state four years in a row for the 100 yard dash. For 39 years he was a route salesman for Sunbeam Bread Company and subsequently a supervisor for Wholesome Bread Company. He was a member of the Shelby County singers where he was a leader for many years. He loved to sing. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman. Barkley was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was a devout member of Timpson Missionary Baptist Church.
Barkley is survived by:
Wife, Rose Bowlin of Center, Texas
Son, Michael Ray Bowlin and wife Mona of Tenaha, Texas
Daughter, Dawn Ritter and husband Emmit of Carthage, Texas
Sisters:
Gloria Fiedler, and husband Joe of Timpson, Texas
Kathy Birdwell and husband Jimmy of Kennedale, Texas
Grandchildren, Amber Mangrum and husband Michael, Brooke Morrow, Jameson Ritter and wife Brin, Eric Perry and wife Mandy, Vicky Sneed, Jamie Perry, and Meagan Baldobino; great grandchildren, Brylee Barbee, Dayton Mangrum, Devon Morrow, Caleb Morrow, Landry Bowlin, Callen Ritter, and Jace Ritter; and a host of friends and family that will miss him dearly.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jodie and Freda Roberts Bowlin.
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.
03/01/2016
Bobby “Wendy” Hicks, 50, of Tenaha, passed away Monday, February 29, 2016, in Bay City, Texas.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, March 4, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 5, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Windham and Bro. Cecil Chessher officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Shelby County.
Mrs. Hicks was born November 24, 1965, in Dallas, to Bobby Jones and Shirlene Moore Jones. She loved going to the beach and riding motorcycles. Mrs. Hicks was a loving mother and grandmother. She was a member of Mt. Calvary Full Gospel Church in Shelbyville.
She is survived by
Husband: Donald Hicks, Jr. of Tenaha
Children:
David Yates and wife, Terra, of Timpson
Tabitha Clifton of Center
Christi Richardson of Center
Matthew Hicks of Clayton
Donald Hicks III of Paxton
Melony Anderson of Bay City
Grandchildren:
Bryleigh Yates
Easton Yates
Zoe Yates
Davin Yates
Justin Jackson
Skyler Nash
Tristan Nash
Gracie Hicks
Emerson Hicks
Mother: Shirlene Jones and husband, Bobby, of Center
Father-in-law and Mother-in-law: Donald Hicks Sr. and Elaine Hicks of Tenaha
Preceded in death by
Brother: Kenneth Jones
Sisters: Beverly Campbell, Pamela White, Terry Jones
Pallbearers will be Donald Hicks III, Matthew Hicks, Leslie Hicks, Josh White, Joey White and Kevin Nash.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Memorial services for Ervin A. Osby (73) will be Saturday, March 5, 2016 at 11:00am at Mt. Zion CME Church 921 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas 75935. Mr. Osby died Saturday, February 26, 2016 at Overton Brooks VA Medical Hospital in Shreveport Louisiana. Rev. Robert Gipson will be officiating.
Mr. Osby’s survivors are:
Sons:
Mervin (Loraine) Osby of Center, Texas
Tracey (Jessica) Osby of Tenaha, Texas
Kenyatta Osby of Houston, Texas
Brother:
Floyd Osby, Jr. of Nacogdoches, Texas
Sister:
Dorothy Bonaparte of Center, Texas
Sister-In-Law:
Evelyn Osby of Center, Texas
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary located at 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas 75935
02/29/2016
Funeral services for Christopher Hornback of Center, Texas formerly of Oklahoma will be Saturday, March 5, 2016 at 1pm. Services will be held at the Abundant Love Ministries located at 1218 Shelbyville Street, Center, Texas 75935. Christopher died Thursday, February 25, 2016. Pastor Marlin Cloudy will be officiating.
Mr. Hornbacks survivors are:
Daughter: Serenity Hornback of Center, Texas
Mother: Mary Hornback
Brothers:
Michael Hornback
Jimmy Hornback
Ronnie Hornback
Eltron Hornback
Sisters:
Susan Mcnees
Gwen Christin
Rohnda Hornback
Elecia Handy
Visitation: Friday, March 4, 2016 at Hicks Chapel from the hours of 6pm-8pm (804 Martin Luther King Drive)
Committal: Carroll Cemetry Shelbyville, Texas
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas
02/29/2016
Kenneth Williams, 59, of Gladewater, passed away Saturday, February 27, 2016 at his residence.
Graveside Service will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at Fairview Cemetery in Nacogdoches with Bro. Danny Dodson officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday morning from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born December 30, 1956 in Center to R.B. and Louise (Dent) Williams.
He is preceded in death by his Father, R.B. Williams, 2 Brothers, Tommy Williams and R.W. Williams and Sister, Faye Clark and an infant Sister.
He is survived by:
Mother:
Louise Dent of Center
Wife:
Annette Williams of Gladewater
Sons:
Jimmy Williams of Nacogdoches
Keith Williams & wife, Lyndy of Gladewater
Grandchildren:
Codee Flanagan
Emma Mings
Christopher Williams
Sisters:
Lois Chandler of Center
Shirley Kitty of Center
Numerous Nieces & Nephews
Pallbearers:
Tommy Clark, Kirk Heaslet, Elzie Raymond, Jr.,
Donald Raymond, Cody Jarett & Wesley Gipson
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
02/29/2016
Iva Dell Tyler, 77, of Nacogdoches formerly of Center, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2016 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.
Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 3, 2016 at Old Center Cemetery in Tenaha with Bro. Jeremiah Moss officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, March 3, 2016 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born June 1, 1938 in the Paxton Community to Minor and Eva (Lord) Harris.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Minor & Eva Harris, Grandson, Joshua Colton Hooper, Brother, Milton Harris, Brother, Billy Harris & Sister, Marie Harris.
She is survived by:
Husband:
Cecil Tyler of Nacogdoches
Children:
Vicky Pratt & husband, Buddy of Center
James Bolton & wife, Margie of Center
Bruce Bolton & wife, Mary of Joaquin
Pat Morrow & husband, Gabriel of Portales, NM
Doug Tyler of Paxton
Brian Tyler & wife, Anna of San Antonio
Tina Dowden & husband, Villis, Jr. of Many, LA
Grandchildren:
Eric Pratt & wife, Allison, Dache Sneath & husband, Michael,
Derek Bolton & Gayle, Tamara Bolton, Chelsea Bolton & Nate Hicks,
Hayden Bolton, Nicky Berrarez, Steven Berrarez, Stephanie Berrarez,
Jessica Marie Berrarez, Lakien Gill, Erin Young, Kyle Tyler & Cassi,
Carissa Tyler, Britian Tyler, Braiden Tyler, Brandon Tyler,
Chase Hooper & Alyssa Hooper
Numerous Great-Grandchildren
Sister:
Johnnie Bell Blount of Baker, LA
Brother:
Red Odom of Tenaha
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Relatives & Friends
Pallbearers:
Villis Dowden, Jr., Kenneth Harris, Eric Pratt,
David Blount, Kyle Tyler & Billy Tyler
Honorary Pallbearers:
Buddy Pratt, Brandon Tyler, Chase Hooper & Hayden Bolton
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
02/29/2016
Heather Lianne Caughman Hudman, 39, of Carthage, passed away Saturday, February 27, 2016, in Bossier City, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 2, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Michael Fleming and Bro. Mike Brister officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Heather was born August 16, 1976, in Baytown, Texas. She was a loving mother and grandmother.
She is survived by
Children:
Jade Kirkland and husband, Seth
Mika Hudman
Devan Hudman
Lanie Hudman
Grandchildren:
Liam Rowlett
Ainsley Kirkland
Parents: Lance and Pat Locke
Siblings:
Jason Locke and wife, Shelley
Heidi Cox and husband, Samuel
Kyle Locke and wife, Kellie
Kathryn Hudman and husband, Dewayne
Andrea Locke
Paul Caughman
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Father: Gene Caughman
Grandparents: Marion Caughman, Pat Caughman, Johnnie Mize
Pallbearers will be Clint Caughman, Jeffrey Caughman, Jason Caughman, Paul Caughman, Jon Caughman, Seth Kirkland, Jacob Boniol and Garrett Hochmuth.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
02/27/16
Trudy Price Runnels, 70, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, February 26, 2016, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, February 28, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, February 29, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Mrs. Runnels was born March 29, 1945, in Converse, Louisiana to L.Z. Price and Normal Shoalmire Price. She was a loving mother and grandmother.
She is survived by
Husband: A.J. Runnels Jr. of Joaquin
Sons:
Alan J. Runnels
Donald R. Runnels
Kevin D. Runnels
Daughters:
Melinda Harvey and husband, Jason
Brittany Whitton and husband, Gary
Pamela Whitton
Grandchildren:
Stoney Runnels and wife, Jessica
Justin Runnels
Shelby Runnels
Heaven Umbrell and husband, Wesley
Nathan Runnles
Cody Runnels and wife, Vanessa
Anna Runnels
Ashlyn Harvey
Kristen Harvey
Addisyn Harvey
Camryn Runnels
Kolton Whitton
Landen Whitton
Harley Runnels
Great Grandchildren:
Stormy Runnels
Trenton Runnels
Braylin Umbrell
Korbin Jackson
William Runnels
Sister: Jean Ellis and husband, Joel
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Special Caregiver/Adopted Daughter: Pamela Whitton
Preceded in death by
Parents: L.Z. Price and Normal Shoalmire Price
Brother: Billy Price
Pallbearers will be Stoney Runnels, Shelby Runnels, Nathan Runnels, Justin Runnels, Cody Runnels, “Bubba” Walters, Ricky Pierce and David Pierce. Honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Bissell, Mike Compton and Curtis Rohman.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
02/27/16
Funeral services for L.M. “Red” Ward, Jr., 94, will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday March 1, 2016, in the Taylor Funeral Home Chapel with Reverends Justin Coburn and Darrell Owens officiating. Interment will follow in the Corinth Cemetery.
Mr. Ward was born July 15, 1921 to Larkin M. Ward, Sr. and Lillie Mae Cook Ward. He was a lifelong resident of Timpson having lived on the same land where he was born and went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior on February 26, 2016. Mr. Ward was a hard worker. He worked in the logging industry for many years before going to work for Trailmobile in Longview from which he retired. Upon retiring, he built birdhouses and swings, sawed trees that needed to be cut and hauled them to the sawmill with his old Ford truck. He enjoyed the outdoors and working in the woods. Until he could no longer walk, he took care of mowing his yard, and taking care of things around his home.
Mr. Ward was a faithful Christian and attended church regularly never missing many services even when his health was failing. He was a member of Timpson Missionary Baptist Church and for many years was a member of Corinth Missionary Baptist Church where he served as church clerk, church treasurer, song leader, and deacon. He also served as trustee on the Timpson School Board.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Ward was preceded in death by his wife of almost 70 years, Lucille, in 2009; sister Estelle Porterfield; a number of half brothers and sisters; and son-in-law, John Garcia.
Survivors are his daughters, Carolyn Garcia of Lufkin, Judy Rice and husband Wiley of Center, and Glynis Ritter and husband Johnny of Carthage; grandsons, John K. Garcia of Nacogdoches, Mark Herndon and wife Leslie of Liberty, Ward Herndon and wife Sommer of Center, William Ritter and wife Calley of Tyler, and Larkin Ritter of Colorado Springs, CO; five great grand children, John Mark Herndon of Waco, Laura Beth Herndon of Clemson, SC, Tyler Herndon and Hollie Herndon of Center, and Evan Ritter of Tyler.
Pallbearers will be his grandsons, John K. Garcia, Mark Herndon, Ward Herndon, William Ritter, Larkin Ritter; great grandsons, John Mark Herndon, and Tyler Herndon.
Honorary pallbearers are Paul Bailey, Ronnie Peace, Steve Ramsey, Charlie Rhodes, James “Dickie“ Lewis, Randy Askins, Brian Yoder, Randy Graves, and Bobby Hudson.
The family will receive friends and loved ones from 6:00 – 8:00 PM on Monday evening February 29, 2016 at Taylor Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials in Mr. Ward’s memory to be given to Timpson Volunteer Fire Department, 306 Jacob St, Timpson, TX 75975 or to Corinth Cemetery Association, PO Box 507, Timpson, TX 75975.
02/27/2016
Beverly D. Morris, 75, of Houma, Louisiana, passed away Thursday, February 25, 2016, at her residence.
Graveside service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, February 27, 2016, at McRae Cemetery in San Augustine County, Texas with Bro. Jim Moss officiating.
Ms. Morris was born August 5, 1940, in Memphis, Tennessee, to N. A. Gullidge Tyler and Geraldine Cooper Tyler.
She is survived by
Sons:
Robby Morris and wife, Jovi
Tim Morris and wife, Phyllis
Daughter:
Shannon Davis and husband, Austin
Grandchildren:
Drew Morris
Adrianna Morris
Mikayla Morris
Sophia Morris
Amanda Morris
Tyler Morris
Andi Davis
Laura Davis
Brother: Thomas Tyler
Preceded in death by
Husband: Charles Morris
Son: John William Morris
Parents: N. A. Gullidge Tyler and Geraldine Cooper Tyler
Brother: Kenneth Tyler
Pallbearers will be Tom Tyler, Robby Morris, Tim Morris, Austin Davis and Tyler Morris.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com