Obituaries
04/21/2016
Bobbie Tom (Davis) Tamplin, 90, of Houston, TX (formerly of Huxley, TX) passed away peacefully on April 13, 2016 with loved ones at her side.
A memorial service will be held at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center, TX on Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 11 a.m. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. (1 hour prior to the memorial service). Interment will follow the memorial service at Strong Cemetery in Huxley, TX.
Bobbie was born in Shelby County in East Texas on September 12, 1925 to Roy and Beatrice “Bea” Davis. She graduated from Stephen F. Austin University and later continued her education earning a Masters of Education from University of Houston in 1955.
On June 2, 1951 she was united in marriage to Otis Brodie Tamplin. They were married a month and a half shy of 65 years.
After marriage, Bobbie and Brodie moved to Port Neches, TX to raise a family, with son, Michael “Mike” and daughter, Jane Ann.
Bobbie was an active member and Sunday School leader at First Baptist Church in Port Neches for many years.
She made a career as a teacher for 39 years; teaching at Strong, Huxley, and Ballard in East Texas, and Bridge City, Port Neches Elementary and Port Neches-Groves High School.
After retirement she and Brodie moved back to East Texas to live in the piney woods near Toledo Bend. They were active members at Lydia Baptist Church while in East Texas. In 2008 they moved to Houston to be closer to their daughter.
She is survived by husband, Brodie Tamplin; daughter, Jane Ann Burnap and son-in-law, Walt Burnap; grand-daughter, Brooke Ainsworth and her husband, Ron Ainsworth; many nieces and nephews; and many cousins, all very dear. She is pre-deceased by son, Mike Tamplin.
The family wishes to thank her doctors and caregivers for their excellent medical care and compassion. They also wish to thank the kind staff at The Forum Healthcare Center, and the staff and friends at The Village of Tanglewood where they resided for over 6 years. We are also thankful for the many friends and family that have visited over the years.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the charity of your choice.
Condolences and remembrances for Bobbie Tamplin may be made online at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/20/2016
Wilma Ruth Hutto, 82, entered into rest on April 19, 2016, in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born January 10, 1934, in Powderly, Texas.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 22, 2016, at the Garrison Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, April 21, 2016, at the Garrison Funeral Home. Burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Garrison, Texas.
Surviving Family:
Daughter: Jeanne Hutto Herron and husband, Daniel
Son: Timothy Ray Hutto
Brother: E L Smith
Numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Family being served by Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas
04/19/2016
Nellie Smith Frasier, 81, of Groves, died Tuesday, April 19, 2016. She was born on June 3, 1934, in Arcadia, to Josephine King Smith and John Fears Smith.
Nellie enjoyed gardening, fishing, and being a mother to all.
Survivors include her daughters, Sandra Breaux Chapman of Groves; Sharon Frasier Lilly and her husband, Danny, of Timpson; and Cynthia Frasier Montana of Groves; sixteen grandchildren; thirty-eight great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends. She will be especially missed by her faithful Chihuahua, Friday.
She was preceded in death by first husband, James Ray Breaux; husband of fifty years, Captain Ted Frasier; parents, Doc and Edie Smith; sons, Farrell, Doug, and Larry Frasier; three brothers; and two sisters.
A gathering of Mrs. Frasier’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 21, 2016, at Broussard’s, 505 North 12th Street, Nederland. Her graveside service will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 22, 2016, at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, County Road 1470, Center.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Frasier’s memory to American Cancer Society, #4 Bayou Brandt, Suite B, Beaumont, Texas 77706.
Complete and updated information may be found at: broussards1889.com.
04/19/2016
Earl Wagstaff, 89, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2016, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 21, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 22, 2016, at Center United Pentecostal Church with Bro. Andy Wilson officiating. Interment will follow at Reynolds Cemetery in Shelby County.
Mr. Wagstaff was born March 30, 1927, in Shelby County, to Claude Bert Wagstaff and Lula Ogden Wagstaff. He served in the United States Army & the United States Navy. Mr. Wagstaff loved fishing, hunting and travelling.
He is survived by
Wife: Louise Wagstaff of Shelbyville
Children:
Roger Wagstaff and wife, Linda, of Shelbyville
Robert Wagstaff of Orange
Debbie Lansford and husband, Mark, of Lufkin
Grandchildren:
Justin Wagstaff and wife, Scharla
Jada Wagstaff Jones and husband, Jay
Mike Wagstaff and wife, Kristy
Chris Wagstaff and wife, Shawnee
Joseph Lansford
22 Great Grandchildren
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: Claude Bert Wagstaff and Lula Ogden Wagstaff
Brothers: Jewel Wagstaff, Elzie Wagstaff, Clarence Wagstaff, Homer Wagstaff
Sisters: Janie Reynolds, Charlcie Reynolds, June Siegler
Pallbearers will be Justin Wagstaff, Mike Wagstaff, Chris Wagstaff, Joseph Lansford, Jake Wagstaff, Cole Jones. Honorary pallbearers will be Bryar Wagstaff and Rhett Jones.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/15/2016
Kenneth Earl Biggers, 61, of Center, passed away April 14, 2016 in Mexico.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 20, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Thursday, April 21, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Karen Jones and Father Jose Luis Vidarte officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Ken Biggers was born July 15, 1954, in Center, Texas, to Earl S. Biggers and LaVerne Lee Biggers. He and his parents lived in East Texas until moving to England in 1962. In England, he attended USAF - DOD schools at RAF Woodbridge and then graduated from RAF Lakenheath in 1972. During his high school career, he participated and excelled in all sports, and developed lifelong friendships, which he maintained until his death. He attended Panola Junior College and then began his oilfield career, spending most of it outside the USA, most recently in Mexico.
Family:
He is survived by:
Sister: Mickey Wulf and husband, Fred, of Center
Nephews:
Deuce Wulf and wife, Kim, of Center
Ben Wulf and wife, Ashley, of Center
Great Nieces and Nephews:
Easton Wulf
Hudsyn Wulf
Emerson Wulf
Westin Wulf
Evyn Wulf
Step-mother:
Elizabeth Wallace Biggers
Step-brother:
Stephen Wallace and wife, Kathy
Step-Sisters:
Susan Castille and husband, Sonny
Sharon Touchette and husband, Henry
Very Special Friends:
Rosa Garcia and son, Martin
Tim and Jennifer Wulf
Preceded in death by
Parents: Earl S. Biggers and LaVerne Lee Biggers
Pallbearers will be Mike Wulf, Neilson Davis, Jack Jones, Victor Crawford, Joe Whittlesey, Brent Dance, Chance Shoop and Steve Tinkle. Honorary pallbearers will be Wayne Hagler, Rick Campbell, and Jay Watlington.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Roughrider Scholarship Fund, PO Box 152, Center, Texas 75935 and St. Therese Catholic Church Building Fund, 717 FM 2974, Center, Texas 75935.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/18/2016
Jimmy Lee Crump, 73, passed away Friday, April 15, 2016 in Carthage, Texas. He was born February 17, 1943 in Shelby County to Sam and Essie (Griffin) Crump.
Graveside service will be10:00 am, Saturday, April 23, 2016 at Blair Cemetery, Timpson, Texas. Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 pm Friday, April 22, 2016 at the Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.
Survived by:
Wife, Martha (Hudman) Crump of Timpson, Texas
Sons:
Christopher Crump of Bartlet, TN
Chad Crump & wife Amanda of Garrison, Texas
Daughters:
Sherry Crump of Arkansas
Tammy Crump of Timpson, Texas
Sister, Gay Nell Burrows of Houston, Texas
Sister-In-Law, Betty Crump of Timpson, Texas
17 Grandchildren
2 Great-grandchildren
Numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other family and friends
Preceded in death by:
Parents: Sam and Essie Crump
Brother: Norris Crump and Grandson Joshua Crump
Family is being served by Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.
04/16/2016
Ernest F. Cox, 83 of Lafayette, Louisiana, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2016, in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Monday, April 18, 2016 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Service will be held at 12:00 p.m., Monday, June 18, 2015 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Hiram Melton officiating.
He was born November 14, 1932 in Joaquin, Texas to Bud Cox and Lottie Weaver Cox. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Lafayette, Louisiana.
He is survived by:
Sons:
Buddy Cox and wife, Connie
Philip Cox and wife, Vickie
3 Grandchildren
2 Great-Grandchildren
Preceded in death by
Parents: Bud and Lottie Cox
Wife: Bettye Cox
Sisters: Frankie McDaniel, Bonnie Lindeman Royal
Special thanks to Hospice of Acadiana for special care given.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Acadiana.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/14/2016
Tommy Ray Hallmark, 42, of Center, passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2016, at his residence.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday, April 16, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, April 17, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Rob Merriman officiating. Interment will follow at North Jericho Cemetery in Shelby County.
Mr. Hallmark was born August 6, 1973, in Center, to Elbert Ray Hallmark and Eva Belrose Hallmark. He was raised by Herman H. Grice and Holly Fuller. Mr. Hallmark loved hunting, fishing and working on cars.
He is survived by
Parents: Eva Belrose Fuller and husband, Holly
Daughters:
Christy Nicole Hallmark
Destiny Raye Hallmark
Lexi Grace Hallmark
Brothers:
Michael Anderson
Brothers by marriage:
Joseph Fuller
Lynn Fuller
A host of uncles, aunts, cousins, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Father: Elbert Ray Hallmark
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/14/2016
Cordero Dove, (26) of Huntington, Texas passed away Friday, April 8, 2016 at his residence. Funeral services for Mr. Dove will be Saturday, April 16, 2016 at Sandridge Baptist Church in Nacogdoches, Texas, at 1:00pm. Rev. Scotty D. Bland, Eulogist.
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas
04/13/2016
Cleveland Bobbie (C.B.) Redmon, 82 of Center, passed away April 1, 2016. Funeral service will be held at 11am Saturday, April 16, 2016 at Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas. Repass will be held at Val's Place, 149 C.R. 2235, Center, Texas. Interment will be at Bush/Haley Cemetery (Bland Lake) San Augustine, Texas with Rev. Jackie Garrett officiating.
On June 19, 1933 Cleveland Bobbie (CB) Redmon was born to the late Leo Redmon and Gladys Stansberry Redmon. He resided in Center, Texas for over 60 years. CB attended Prairie View College and served in the United States Army. He Married Polley Marie Suell on August 28, 1960, who preceded him in death July 2, 1978. To this union was born six children, four sons and two daughters.
Also preceded in death by his Mother (Gladys Redmon), Father (Leo Redmon), Sister (Lola Mae McClelland), Brother (Raymond Redmon), Son (Bobbie Redmon) and a lifelong special friend Johnny Morris Byrd.
C.B. was a devoted father, grandfather, brother and friend. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting and most of all playing dominoes. He was an avid sports fan and a respected softball coach within the community.
He is survived by:
Sons:
Cedric B. Redmon (Lisa)
Kenneth C. Redmon (Pamela) of Woodbridge VA
Roderick Tyrone Redmon of Tyler, TX
Daugthers:
Vickie R. May (Tony)
Charlotte A. Robinson (Patrick) of Fredericksburg, VA
Aunt, Lurlene Wade of Tyler, TX
A special Godson, Sam Sanders Jr. of Center, TX
Twelve grandchildren: Brithani Lassiter, Ricky Brown, Jeremy Redmon, Christopher Redmon, Tony May Jr., Patrick Robinson Jr., Darien May, Ashley Robinson, Autumn Redmon, Keyana Redmon, Christopher May and Serenity Redmon
Three great-grandchildren
Nephews, Keith and Dewayne McClelland both of Lufkin, TX
A host of relatives and friends who love him.
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, 157 County Road 2230, Center, Texas 75935.
04/13/2016
Thelma Bailey Windham, 86, of Bossier City, Louisiana, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2016, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, April 16, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Pat Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Antioch Cemetery in Center. A visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Mrs. Windham was born December 25, 1929, in Joaquin, to Walter Scott Bailey and Oda Matilda Walker Bailey. Her hobbies included genealogy, gardening and traveling. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren. Mrs. Windham was involved in the Caddo-Bossier Computer Club.
She is survived by:
Husband: Julious Ellis Windham of Bossier City, Louisiana
Daughter: Linda Windham Nein of Brentwood, Tennessee
Dr. Alexander G. Nein of Brentwood, Tennessee
Grandchildren:
Erika Windham Farris and husband, Kennie
Matthew Alexander Nein
Nicholas Alexander Nein
Great-Grandchildren:
Ayame Michelle Farris
Kylie Rei Farris
Brother: Robert Bailey and wife, Justina
Sister: Vera Bailey DuBose and husband, Donald
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by:
Parents: Walter Scott Bailey and Oda Matilda Walker Bailey
Son: Glynn Edward Windham
Pallbearers will be Matthew Nein, Nicholas Nein, Timothy Stone, Barry Rhoads, Jonathan Rhoads and Kenneth Farris. Honorary pallbearers will be Randy Stone and Lewis Suggs.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/12/2016
Dorline Box was born April 19, 1924 in Roscoe, Texas to Virgil and Orbin Cranford. She entered into peace on April 12, 2016 in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Services will be Friday, April 15, 2016, 2:00 o’clock at the Cold Springs Baptist Church in Garrison, Texas burial following at Cold Springs Cemetery. Bro. Blackie Cranford, Bro. Brandon Adkison and Bro. Ryan King will officiate. Visitation will be Thursday, April 14, 2016 at the Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas 5:00 to 7:00 pm.
Survivors are:
Sons:
Billy Ray Box & wife LaEdna of Nacogdoches, Texas
James B. Box & wife Elaine of Timpson, Texas
Son-In-Law: Bill Rhodes of Nacogdoches, Texas
Grandchildren:
LaNita Adkison & husband Gary
Lindy Hailey & wife Kailie
Robbie Box
Chris Box & wife Denise
Brian Box & wife Stacy
Kerri Martin & husband Josh
17 Great-Grandchildren and 8 Great-Great-Grandchildren
Brothers:
Bill Cranford & friend Dorothy Straine, of Garrison,Texas
Blackie Cranford & wife Ima Lee of Lufkin, Texas
Sister: Ima Jean Harris & husband Charles of Garrison, Texas
Preceded in death by:
Husband: Mike Box
Daughter: Louise Rhodes
Great-Grandchild; Megan Hailey
Family is being served by Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas
04/11/2016
Bobby Allen Scott, 77, of Joaquin, passed away Sunday, April 10, 2016 at his residence.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Pat Windham officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be prior to the service on Tuesday starting at 1:00 p.m. until service time at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born September 8, 1938 in Shelby County, Texas to George Allen and Annie (Bass) Scott. He owned & operated a gas station in Joaquin for many years.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Allen & Annie Scott
He is survived by:
Wife of 50 years:
Barbara (Bowlin) Scott of Joaquin
Daughter:
Terri Foley of Logansport
Step-son:
Donny Campbell of Dallas
Grandchildren: Samantha, Fallon & Merit
Several Great Grandchildren
Sisters:
Grace Wilburn of Lufkin
Murlene McMahon of Center
Edith Hughes of Center
Cathy Holt of Center
Pallbearers: Michael Holt, Art Smith, Eugene McMahon,
Alton Steptoe, Bill Green & Ricky Smith
04/10/2016
Kenneth Edgar “Sonny” Walker, 83, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 10, 2016.
Funeral service will be at 10am Tuesday, April 12, 2016 in the Chapel of Mangum Funeral Home in Center with Pastor Eugene Cox officiating. Interment will follow in Sholar Cemetery in Joaquin. Family will receive friends from 6:00pm until 8:00pm Monday evening, April 11, 2016 at the funeral home.
Sonny was born March 24, 1933 to Kinley Walker and Vernice Dawson Walker in Durant, Oklahoma. The family later moved to Texas where Sonny became a truck driver. At the age of 19, he met and married his beloved wife Laverne. Together, they had two sons and a daughter. Sonny loved being out on the river, fishing and running trot lines, playing his guitar and writing songs, and barbecuing and perfecting his BBQ sauce recipe.
Sonny was preceded in death by his parents Kinley and Vernice Walker, wife, Laverne Hutto Walker; brothers, Marvin and Ray Kenneth Walker; and sister Geneva Horn.
He is survived by:
Sons:
Joe Walker and wife Shelia of Joaquin
James Walker and wife Beth of Logansport
Daughter, Jan Richardson and husband Evan of Brookeland
Grandchildren:
Tony Walker and wife Becky
Cody Walker and wife Jamie
Victoria Simmons and husband Jake
Savannah, Storm, Noah, Dessie, Ella, and Miah Richardson
Miranda Farmer and husband Jeremy
Ali Fields and Paden
Ami Wiggins
Great-grandchildren: Rylin and Griffin Walker, Aiden and Lincoln Walker, Ezra Simmons, and Eli, Abi, and Mac Fields, Kevin Farmer
Sisters:
Connie Straus
Mary Hutto
A host of nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family members.
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
04/08/2016
Dewey Glen Luman, November 27, 1930 - April 6, 2016
Visitation will be held from 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m., Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Pace Stancil Chapel, Cleveland, Texas. Services will follow starting at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Pace Stancil Chapel, Cleveland, Texas. Interment will follow at Pace Stancil Memorial Rest Gardens, Cleveland, Texas.
He is survived by his sisters Adell Luman Livingston of Center & Sue Luman. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Patsy, his sons Larry Luman, Bobby Luman & Stephen Luman & daughters, Sharon Smith, & Nancy Keen & by a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews & firends.
He was preceded in death by his parents Elmer Luman & Irene Isbell of Center, daughter, Glenda Luman Seibert, sister Odell Luman Samford, brothers Rex Luman, Ray Luman, Royce Luman (of Center), Joe Luman, James Luman & Ken Luman.
Dewey was the owner/operator of Dewey's Feed & Farm Supplies in Cleveland, TX. He grew up in Center & attended Mt. Herman community & served in the military.
04/05/2016
William Wayne Hopkins, 83, of Center, passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2016, in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2016, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 9, 2016, at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Center.
Mr. Hopkins was born February 20, 1933, in Shelby County, to George Hopkins and Ruby Lois Counts Hopkins. He had great interest in genealogy. Mr. Hopkins and Wanda was actively involved in White Rock Church, serving as song leader, adult leader and numerous other jobs.
He is survived by
Wife of 34 years: Wanda Hopkins
Children:
Lois Hopkins Robbins
William Hopkins Jr. and wife, Samira
Julie Boland Hopkins and husband, Donnie
Stephen Hopkins
Synthia Bailey and husband, Weldon
Grandchildren:
Lisa and Joey Rand
Heather and Marc Gula
Paige Angelle
Derrick Hopkins
John Hopkins
William Hopkins
Nicole Hopkins
Christina and Brandon Wood
Tamara Hebert
Justin Whitker and Christina
Holly Ann Hopkins
Dakota Lavon Bailey
11 Great Grandchildren
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by
Parents: George Hopkins and Ruby Lois Counts Hopkins
Sisters: Ruth Hopkins, Mildred Hopkins Bolden, Georgia Pauline Hopkins Jacobs
Brother-in-law: Paul Bolden, Billy Ray Jacobs
Nephews: James Curtis Tidwell
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
04/05/2016
Kenneth Harden, age 74, of San Augustine, Texas. Mr. Harden passed away Friday, April 1, 2015 at Hospice in the Pines in Lufkin, Texas.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, April 9, 2016 at 11 a.m. at St. Matthew Baptist Church. Internment at Greer Cemetery with Rev. David Mosby officiating. Visitation will be Friday, April 8, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at Garner & Son Mortuary Chapel.
He is survived by:
Sons
Kenneth Harden Jr. of San Augustine, Texas
Marvis Kennyon Harden of San Augustine, Texas
Daughters
Remonica Wilson of San Augustine, Texas
Shaqueena Hardin of San Augustine, Texas
3 Grandchildren
4 Great-Grandchildren
Brother, Bobby Harden of Killea, Alabama
Sisters
Mary Jollinette of Houston, Texas
Cora Coleman of Killea, Alabama
Edith Roach of Killea, Alabama
Elouise Harden of Killea, Alabama
As well as a Host of other relatives and Friends.
Services are under the direction of Garner & Son Mortuary, San Augustine, Texas.
04/05/2016
Mrs. Lois Griffin, age 101 went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 4, 2016 at Garrison Nursing Home, Garrison, Texas. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, April 7, 2016 at Garrison Funeral Home with Rev. Shak Arrington officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be from 1:00pm to 2:00 pm before service. Burial will be in Libby Cemetery.
Born December 19, 1914 in Rusk County. Lois was the daughter of Alvin and Dossie (Fancher) King, who was a hard working farm family. She and Cal (Tobe) Griffin were married May 13, 1933 and enjoyed 67 years together until his death on May 10, 2000. They lived their entire life in Garrison and Libby area.
In addition to her parents, Alvin and Dosie King she was preceded in death by brothers, Julius Moore King and twin brother Lovis King. Three sons, Charles Ray Griffin (infant), Don Griffin, Harrell Griffin and wife Brenda and a very special grandson, Josh Griffin.
Surviving are:
Son: Jack Griffin and wife Delores of Garrison, Texas
Daughter-in-law: Sue Daughtery and husband Ronnie of Garrison, Texas
Grandchildren:
Kent Griffin
Kim Avery and husband Ben
Randall Griffin and wife Gayla
Michael Griffin and wife Anna Marie
Allison Griffin
Ricky Don Griffin
Angie Key and husband Jason
Great-Grandchildren:
Isaac and Savannah Avery
Rachel Griffin
Emily Griffin
Hannah Griffin
Jake Griffin
Wade Griffin
Kamryn Griffin
Cutter Griffin
Hunter and Kane Key
Tyler and Cami Griffin.
Lois’s great joy was her family, whom she loved very much. She enjoyed time spent on her farm in the Libby Community. Good times were also enjoyed at Christmas, Griffin Reunion and Libby Homecomings. If Lois had a hobby I guess it was cooking. She was a wonderful cook and enjoyed sharing her baked goods with friends and family. She gave of herself and her love all the days of her life. I think it would be safe to say she left this world loved by all who knew her. Lois was member of Garrison Church of Christ. She loved her church family and appreciated each and every one of you.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Libby Cemetery.
Family served by Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.
04/04/2016
Clovis Gene “Hammer” Adams, Sr. (80) of Tenaha, Texas died Sunday, April 3, 2016 at Pine Grove Nursing Center of Center, Texas.
Funeral services will be Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 11:00am at St. John Baptist Church, Tenaha, Texas. Rev. Joseph Hall, Sr. will be officiating.
Mr. Adams was born March 16, 1936 in Tenaha, Texas to Rev. John Henry Adams and Louisa Bussey Adams.
He is survived by:
Daughter and Son-in-law, Cristy and Keith Byndom of Center, Texas
Daughter and Son-in-law, Vee and Mitchell Allsbrooks of Rusk, Texas
Son and Daughter-in-law, Clovis Gene Adams, Jr. and Leslie of Rusk, Texas
Five Grandchildren
Four Great-Grandchildren
Seven Sisters
Three Brothers
Visitation will be Wednesday, April 6, 2016 from the hours of 1:00pm to 7:00pm at Hicks Chapel. Committal is at St. John Cemetery in Tenaha, Texas. Repass is at Benford Chapel Fellowship Hall in Tenaha, Texas.
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas
04/04/2016
Ebenzie Randle, 79 of Center, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2016 at Green Acres Nursing Center.
Visitation will be from 11am until 1pm at Revival Tabernacle, Center, Texas on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 with funeral service to follow at 1pm. Interment is at McWilliams Cemetery, Shelbyville, Texas with Rev. Triplett officiating.
He is survived by:
Wife, Margie Randle of Center
Daughters:
Linda (Mike) Granger of Houston
Amona (Charles) Nash of Shelbyville
Vanessa (Claude) Randle of Shelbyville
Sons:
Lester Lewis of Tyler
Rodney (Tonda) Randle of Katy
6 Step-Children, 6 Grandchildren
Brother, Terry (Sharon) Randle of El Paso
Sisters:
Janice Carr of California
Marlena (Jerry) Johnson of California
Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
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