Shelby County Today

10/7/2016

Mr. Oliver Lewis Marshall, age 66, of San Augustine, Texas.  Mr. Marshall passed away on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at the V A Hospital in Shreveport, LA.

Visitation will be held Friday, October 14, 2016 from 12:30 until 6:30 p.m. at the True Vine Baptist Church. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, October 15, 2016 at 11 a.m. at the Reed Chapel Baptist Church. Interment: Lily Island Cemetery in Chester, Texas with Rev. Orvin Garrett, officiating and Rev. George Simon, Eulogist.

He is survived by:
Wife            Carolyn Taylor Marshall of San Augustine, Texas

2 Daughters    Tricia Marshall Wilridge of Kingwood, Texas
                        DeMeko Marshall of San Augustine, Texas

4 Grandchildren    

3 Great Grandchildren

Mother        Mozell Berry Marshall of Chester, Texas

4 Sisters        Rennie Chaney of Houston, Texas
                      Juanita Fisher (John) of Houston, Texas
                      Faye Marshall Bell (Michael) of Royse City, Texas
                      Anita Barlow (Eugene) of Leggett, Texas

2 Brothers    Mose Marshall of Chester, Texas
                     Aubrey Marshall of Chester, Texas

2 Aunts        Wilma Berry of Chester, Texas
                    Maude Marshall of Lufkin, Texas

Very Special Cousins    Ben Earl Berry of Chester, Texas
                                      Samuel L. Darden of Houston, Texas
                                      Betty Williams of Dallas, Texas
                                      LaVoy Darden, Jr. of Connecticut

As well as a host of Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends.

10/06/2016

Mary Carolyn Phillips, 79, of Waskom, Texas passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2016 in Marshall, Texas. She was born on July 4, 1937 in Timpson, Texas, the daughter of the late Lloyd and Mary (Bogue) Brannon. Graveside service was held on Friday, October 7, 2016 at 2PM at Woodlawn Cemetery with Dudley McIntyre officiating.
 
Carolyn was a very loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. She was a loving woman who enjoyed running the roads as she called it. Nothing brought her greater joy than rocking her grand children and watching them grow up. She was an excellent seamstress who loved to sew. Her smile was contagious and giving nature unforgettable. Carolyn was a great cook and teacher. Her life revolved around her grandchildren and she would drop everything to be with them.
 
Carolyn is survived by:

Her son: Thomas Mack “Rusty” Cranford and wife Shirley of Caledonia, Texas

Daughters:
Mechael Scott and husband Rex of Elysian Fields, Texas
Micah Nutt and husband Jody Grubbs of Timpson, Texas

Brother: Ronnie Brannon and wife Rachel of Hallsville, Texas

Sisters:
Rita Busby and husband Thomas of Waskom, Texas
Linda Stanaland and husband Edgar of Woden, Texas

Grandchildren:
Ashley Bueton and husband Adam of Midland, Texas
Jason Cranford of Nacogdoches, Texas
Mindi Ducharm of Timpson, Texas
Erika Scott and husband Brad of Elysian Fields, Texas
Josh Cranford of Nacogdoches, Texas
Emily Scott of Waskom, Texas
Markus Harber and wife Jenn of Marshall, Texas
Anna Cranford of Nacogdoches, Texas
Connie and husband Raymond Tinkle of Timpson, Texas
Kerri Kolb and husband Kevin of Gainesville, Texas

Great-grandchildren:
Brannon Brooks Bueton
Rex Bradlee Scott
Laurie Ellington Bueton
Erik Thomas Scott
Lucy Elizabeth Bueton
Kylee Rusk
Madison Harber
Jack Skinner
Allison Beard
Markus Harber
Gabriel Harber
Macy DeBarge
Kaden Cranford
Codie Cranford
Brent, Kylie
Katie Kolb

Great-great-grandson: Cayson DeBarge

A host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
 
She is preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Derrick Shaw “Ricky” Brannon.
 
To convey condolences or to sign an online register please visit www.taylorfh.net.
 
Family is being served by Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr, Timpson, Texas 75975.

10/05/16

Marvin Specter, age 93 of Missouri City Texas, passed away peacefully Tuesday October 4th, 2016 as his home.

Visitation will be Friday October 7th, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. at Miller Funeral Home in Houston Texas.  Mr. Specter wishes were to be cremated, so there will be no funeral service.

The eldest of 7 children, Marvin was born on September 21st, 1923 in Omaha Nebraska to Molly Rosensky and Barney Specter.  

He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Lee Specter.

Two sons:
Phillip Specter and wife Jacquiline of Goree, Texas
Tom Specter and wife Rose of Center, Texas

Grandchildren:
Tristan Specter and wife Nicole of Odessa, Texas
Alexandra Langohr and husband Jeremy of Lubbock, Texas
Heather Murphy and husband James of Center, Texas
Paul Specter and wife Corina of Hewitt, Texas

Sisters:
Birtie Susman of Longbeach, Florida
Sally Schwartzberg of Houston, Texas
Maxine Rapp and husband Don Rapp of Arlington, Texas

Brother:
Max Specter of Fort Worth, Texas

10 Great-Grandchildren and three Great-Great-Grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Molly and Barney Specter, two brothers Sonny Specter, Norman Specter and grandson David V. Specter.

Special Thank you to Silverado Hospice of Stafford, Texas and Crystal and Lorili.

In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to your local charities, or your local Hospice.

09/29/2016

Renney Clotte Barrett, 86, of Garrison, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at her residence.  

Graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, October 1, 2016, at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Garrison with Rev. A. H. (Blackie) Cranford and Bishop James Nicholus officiating.  Visitation will be held prior to the service at Garrison Funeral Home, beginning at 12:30.  

Ms. Barrett was born July 21, 1930, in Sulphur Springs, to Jefferson Eli Frederick and Renney Jane Frederick.

She is survived by
Children:
Rena Hughes and husband, Leonard
Patsy Cranford and husband, Buddy
Gordon Barrett and wife, Gina
Kathyleen Cranford and husband, Bobby Dale

Grandchildren:
Rodney Hughes and wife, Janice
Kimberly Griffith and husband, Todd
Torri McDaniel and husband, Bryan
Mindy Chadwick and husband, Bryan
Shane Cranford and wife, Amanda

Great-Grandchildren:
Baylee White and husband, Stephen
Madison McDaniel
Kylie Cranford
Jaden McDaniel
Kolin Cranford
Kaitlyn Chadwick
Brewster Griffith
Kade Chadwick
Granger Hughes
Kody Chadwick
Gunner McDaniel
Barrett Griffith

Sisters-in-law:
Barbara Frederick
Gloria Barrett

Numerous nieces and nephews

Preceded in death by
Husband: Gordon (Sie) Barrett
Parents: Jefferson Eli Frederick and Renney Jane Frederick
Sisters: Pauline Bowen, Margline Watson, Lorene Barrett
Brothers: William Thomas Frederick, E.J. Frederick, D.B. Frederick, Cleo Frederick, Troy Frederick

Pallbearers will be Rodney Hughes, Todd Griffith, Bryan McDaniel, Stephen White, Shane Cranford, Bryan Chadwick, Brewster Griffith and J.B. Bowen.  Honorary pallbearers will be Granger Hughes, Gunner McDaniel, Barrett Griffith, Kade Chadwick, Kolin Cranford and Kody Chadwick.

Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison, Texas.

09/28/2016

Bertha Lee (Vaughn) Raymond, 82, of Huxley, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, September 27, 2016.

Services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, September 30, 2016 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Gordon Vaughn and Bro. Kevin Windham officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Huxley. Visitation will be Thursday, September 29, 2016 starting at 2 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born November 26, 1933 in Shelby County to Henry and Ella Alice (Snider) Vaughn.

She put her heart and soul into being a faithful wife, loving mother, grandmother, sister, mentor, confidant and friend. In her daily life, she enjoyed taking care of household duties, but she also loved to work outside. She was always right beside Dean, and throughout the years, she helped him build their family homes and contributed greatly to the construction of their chicken houses and then worked in them daily. During hay season, you could find her on a tractor raking hay. There was never a job inside or out that intimidated her.

If she did find time to do something she enjoyed, she sewed. She was the truest form of unconditional love. She was completely selfless and always had her husband, children, grandchildren’s and great grandchildren’s needs taken care of before hers.

There was never a time when anyone questioned her confidence and loyalty. Her faith and belief in God was strong, and she lived according to that. She and Dean contributed many hours to the construction of Smyrna Missionary Baptist Church and was very dedicated to the upkeep of Pleasant Hill and Strong cemeteries.

She was a wonderful example of a God fearing mother and prefect example of true and honest morals and beliefs. She has left an honorable legacy and will be cherished in our hearts forever. She and Dean spent 63 years together on this earth and they will celebrate their 64th anniversary together in heaven.       

She is preceded in death by her husband, A.D. “Dean” Raymond,  Parents, Henry & Alice Vaughn, Son-in-law, Steve Hughes, Brother, Edward Vaughn, Sister & Brother-in-law, Agnes & Charles Bryan, Brother-in-law, Mack Dillard, Brother-in-law, Cindy O’Rear and  Father-in-law & Mother-in-law, Claimond & Ozella Raymond.

She is survived:
Children:
James & Regina Raymond of Shelbyville
Pat Lovell & Steve Lovell of Center
Teresa Hughes of Joaquin
Chuck Raymond of Huxley
Beloved Mimi to her grandchildren & great-grandchildren:
J.B. Raymond & wife, Jennifer of Center
Bradley Lovell & wife, Casey of Shelbyville
Jessica Bradford of Bullard
Michael Dean Presswood of Joaquin
Brent Hughes & wife, Sara of Richmond, VA
Tyler Hughes & wife, Erin of Joaquin
Brigitte Raymond  Eddins & husband, Ryan of Center
Katy McDaniel & Cole McDaniel of Center

Great-Grandchildren:
McKynize Bush, Justin & Jaxon Raymond, Delane & Carsey Lovell & Ella Bradford

Sisters:
Mildred Dillard of Center
Joann O’Rear of Huxley
Sisters-in-law & Brother-in-law:
Joan Vaughn of Nacogdoches
Lamerle Willey & husband, Henry Lee of Mauriceville
Vivian Raymond of Huxley

Special Family & Friends:
Jan Allen & husband, Terry of Center
Lona Dover Menefee of Shelbyville
Jesus “Chewy” Carrillo & Michael Carrillo
Megan McShane

Numerous Nieces & Nephews, Family & Friends

Pallbearers:
J.B. Raymond, Bradley Lovell, Michael Dean Presswood, Brent Hughes,
Tyler Hughes, Steve Lovell & Jesus “Chewy” Carrillo

Honorary Pallbearers:
Justin & Jaxon Raymond, Delane Lovell & Cole McDaniel

The family would like to extend a special heartfelt thanks to their caregivers & friends, Sandra Harper, Debra Jordan, Jennifer Stewart, Alayna Rash, Penny Trahan, Katy McDaniel & the Staff of Pine Grove Nursing Home.  

In Lieu of flowers family request donations can be made to Pleasant Hill Cemetery, PO Box 91, Shelbyville, Texas 75973 or Strong Cemetery Fund, PO BOX 1383, Center, Texas 75935

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

09/27/2016

Era Belle Bush, 95, of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday September 27, 2016 at Holiday Nursing Home.

Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 1, 2016 at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin with Bro. Charles Williams officiating. Visitation will be Friday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born September 24, 1921 in Joaquin, Texas to Daniel and Bessie (Wood) Blakenship. She was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Joaquin.   

She is preceded in death by her parents, Daniel and Bessie Blakenship, husband, Jesse Calvin Bush, Brother, Elige Blakenship and Sisters, Dorothy Plunkett, Mildred Williams and Maydell Childs and Nephews, Herbert C. Childs, Johnny Williams, Danny Plunkett, Eddie Plunkett, Billy Frank Williams & Gene Bowlin and Niece, Betty Plunkett

She is survived by:
Nephews:
Richard Plunkett & wife, Marie of Joaquin
Jerry Childs of Colorado
Merlin Bowlin of Merryville, LA
A number of great nieces, great nephews, cousins & friends  

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

09/27/2016

Lillian Ethel Galbreath Courtney, 91, of Timpson, Texas passed away on Monday, September 26, 2016 in Garrison, Texas.  She was born on September 23, 1925 in Blue Island, Illinois, the daughter of the late Ellis John and Anna (Morris) Greep.  Visitation will be from 11AM - 1 PM at Taylor Funeral Home on Thursday, September 29, 2016 followed by a graveside service at 2PM at Corinth Cemetery, Timpson, Texas with Bro. Ronnie Sowell officiating.  

Lillian married Theo Galbreath in 1945 and spent many years traveling with him during his time of serving our country in the Armed Forces. Lillian was a hard worker, spending many years working for the Housing Authority right here in Timpson, Texas.  She was a very loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  She enjoyed crocheting for her family and friends.  Making sure all received something made with love by her.  She loved playing cards, and definitely looked forward to playing bingo in the Garrison Nursing Home with her friends.   Family will treasure the precious memories of her sweet smile, her kindness, her warmth, her energy and her love for life, family and friends.   

Lillian is survived by her son, Jimmy Galbreath and wife Bernice of Tatum, Texas; grandchildren, Evelyn Stephens and husband Ernie of Dallas, Texas, Jennifer Davis and husband Bobby of Carrollton, Texas; great granddaughter, Wren Stephens; and numerous family and friends that will miss her dearly.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, Theo Galbreath, Gaylon Courtney; and brother, Willard Greep.

To convey condolences or to sign an online register please visit www.taylorfh.net.

Family is being served by Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr, Timpson, Texas 75975.

09/26/2016
 
Jimmie Ruth Sellman, 83, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday September 23, 2016 and was pronounced on Saturday, September 24, 2016 in Alvin, Texas after a long courageous battle with cancer.

Service will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jim Moss and Bro. Ronnie Wheeler officiating. Burial will follow at the Sellman Family Cemetery in Shelbyville. Visitation will be Tuesday starting at 10 am at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel.

She was born June 26, 1933 in Shelbyville, Shelby County, Texas to Thomas M. and Ethel Irene (Moore) Phillips. She graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1950. She was a member of Ephesus Baptist Church in Shelbyville. Jimmie's love for each and every one was truly larger than life itself and her love for God poured out through her generosity and her sweet smile and loving touch. She gave us all strength and courage to survive all of the roads through our lifes journeys to stand together and to be strong. She loved singing and humming songs and most importantly, reading the Bible, sitting on the front porch in the mornings drinking coffee and watching the animals. She also loved fishing and spending time with family and friends. She was the most loving, caring and selfless woman. So many speak of unconditional love, our mother showed it daily in her life. We remember her laughing many times when we were out as a family shrimping all the way down the pier and my dad would say the phone is ringing and mom would take off running half way up the pier before realizing there is no phone out here. She was a wonderful cook she made the best homemade biscuits of anyone. She loved the outdoors, her flowers and plants, and all her stray and wild cats. She enjoyed playing games and the company of her friends.

She is preceded in death by parents Tom and Ethel Phillips, husband Henry Ennis Sellman Sr. , daughter  Lois Turner, daughter Phyllis Reed ,  grandson Brent Thomas Sellman, sister Francis Eddins and brother Thomas Henry. 

She is survived by

Children:
Sharon Johnson and husband Gil of Dime Box
Henry Ennis Sellman Jr. and wife Debbie of Shelbyville
Bill Sellman and wife Kim of Azle
Betty Barnes and husband Tiny of Alvin
Patti Campise and husband James of Pearland
Dottie Rhoads and husband Steve of Alvin
Sister:
Doris Chandler of Shreveport, LA 

20 Grandchildren 29 Great Grandchildren 

Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Pallbearers:
J.R. Beaver, Neil Beaver, Henry Charanza, Tad Sellman, Billy Barnes
Justin Barnes, Michael Whitlow, Dustin Whitlow & Tucker Rhoads

Honorary Pallbearers:
Ennis Sellman, III, Dereck Campise, Ennis Sellman & Bill Sellman

09/22/2016

Manuel Soria-Lara, 66 of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday morning, September 20, 2016 at his residence.

Funeral service will be held at 11am Saturday, September 24, 2016, at Triumph Church in Center with interment at Thompson Cemetery, Shelbyville, Texas with Rev. Richard McCowin officiating. Wake will be held from 6pm to 8pm on Friday, September 23, 2016 at Community Funeral Home in Center.

He is survived by:

Wife, Ruth Soria of Shelbyville

Sons:
Christopher (Ruthie) Suell of Shelbyville
Manuel (Sheena) Soria of Shelbyville

Daughter, Natalie Polley of Shelbyville

10 Grandchildren

7 Sisters and 2 Brothers

Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.