Shelby County Today

07/30/07

Elsie Scott, 77, of Center, passed away Monday, July 30, 2007 at her home.

At her request she has been cremated.

A Memorial Service will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 3, 2007 at the First United Methodist Church in Center with Rev. Greg McGill officiating. Cremains to be interred at Memorial Gardens in St. Charles, Missouri at a later date.

Mrs. Scott was born in Oakville, Iowa on June 5, 1930 to Charles and Ola Scale Scott. She was a member of the First Methodist Church and was a homemaker.

Among her survivors include

Husband:

Claude Scott of Center

Children:

Joann Horstrneir of St. Louis, MO., William Scott of Flordia and Larry Scott of Idaho.

2 Daughter in laws, 5 Grandchildren, 3 Step Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandsons and 5 Great Granddaughters

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children Hospital.

Services were under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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Kathryn Elizabeth Prince, age 94 of Center, passed away, Sunday July 29, 2007 at Lufkin Memorial Hospital.

Services will be 2:00 pm Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Greg Megill officiating, burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Visitation will be Monday evening from 5 until 7 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born February 3,1913 in Shelby County to parents, Wiley and Pearl (Lawrence) Watts. She graduated from Center High School in 1929 and she received her degree from Texas Womens College in Fort Worth and Stephen F. Austin State University. She was a member of First United Methodist Church. She and her husband Virgil owned and operated Prince Building Material here in Center for many years. She was active in many organizations including the Center Music Study Club, Center Woman Reading Club, United Methodist Womens Group and she was one of the Charter members of Beta Sigma Phi Soroity . She also served on the Board of Directors for Fannie Brown Booth Library and she was a graduate of the Cloud Croft New Mexico Art Academy. She had a lifelong love of painting and she taught private lessons in Center and San Augustine. Many people in Center have paintings by Kathryn Prince.

She is preceded in death by her parents Wiley & Pearl Watts, Husband Virgil Prince, Brother , Wiley Watts Jr., and 2 Sisters, Madeline Nix and Marian Purdy.

Among her survivors include:

2 Sons & Daughters-in-law:

Richard & Barbara Prince of Center

David & Marilyn Prince of Nacogdoches

5 Grandchildren:

Brandi Ruffalo & husband Michael of Palatine, Illinois

Cary Bolduc & husband Demian of Wichita, Kansas

Julia Prince of Austin

Scott Prince & wife Heidi of Houston

Kimberly Schmitt & husband Brian of West Bloomfield, Michigan

9 Great Grandchildren:

Adelaide, Roscoe, & Daisy Prince

Jacob & Brendan Schmitt

Rebecca & David Ruffalo

Dylan & Taylor Bolduc

Pallbearers:

Charles Rushing, Buddy Hancock, Miller Thomas, Luke Motley, Buster Bounds, Wayne Prince

The family requests that donations be made to:

LAAL- Lakes Area Art League or Fannie Brown Booth Library, Center, Texas

Services were under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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Jody Nichols, 20, of Center, passed away Sunday, July 29, 2007 at his home. He was born November 3, 1986 in Nacogdoches. Jody loved to fish and hunt. He played in the Center Little League from 1995 until 1998 and played football at Shelbyville High School. He was of the Baptist faith.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Don Windham officiating. Interment will follow at East Hamilton Cemetery in Shelbyville. Visitation will begin at 11:00 am to 8:00 pm, Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be John Derr, Stephen Watson, Travis Lutz, Jessie Vaughn, Landon Rash, John Hargrove and Chad Chessher.

Survivors include:

Father, Pat Nichols of Center

Grandmother, Josephine Nichols of Center

Great Grandmother, Westerfield Nichols of Center

Also a number of cousins and a host of friends.

Uncles:
Robert Nichols & wife Sandra of Center
W.A. Nichols & wife Brenda of Center
William Nichols & wife Kandy of Center

Aunt:
Joy Bradshaw & husband Tommy of Nacogdoches

Preceded in death by:
Grandfather, Alton “Buddy” Nichols
Uncles, J.C. Nichols & Herbert Nichols

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Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 46 year old, Robert Gene Harris, of Tenaha. Services are Thursday afternoon at one o’clock at Mount Gillian Baptist Church. Interment will be in Mount Gillian Cemetery.

Among Mr. Harris’ survivors are his father, Robert Harris, of Tenaha, two sisters, Jo Ann Harris, of Tyler, and Alice Russell, of Tenaha, and one brother, L. D. Harris, of White House.

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We’ve received notice of pending services at Laird Funeral Home for John Thompson, of Shelbyville.

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07/29/07

Betty Lou Livingston Fountain, 64, of San Augustine, passed away Sunday, July 29, 2007 at a Center nursing home. She was born May 21, 1943 in Center to Audrey Livingston and Pauline Hendricks Livingston. Ms. Fountain was of the Baptist faith.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Chet Brake and Bro. R.B. Elmbaugh officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Monday, July 30, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Pallbearers will be Ronnie Adams, Donnie Adams, Michael Adams, Scott Fausett, Brett Livingston, Brad Livingston, Christian Livingston, James Livingston and Mark Livingston.

Survivors include:

Sons:

Bert Fountain & wife Dana of San Augustine

Ricky Glenn Fountain of San Augustine

Grandsons:

Bryan Sumstine & wife Tabitha of Center

Billy Fountain of Dallas

Cord Fountain of San Augustine

Granddaughter:

Hanna Fountain of Nacogdoches

Great Granddaughters:

Cynthia Sumstine of Center

Katy Sumstine of Center

Great Grandsons:

Joe Sumstine of Center

Mason Sumstine of Center

Sisters:

Mary Ann Adams & husband Jack of Center

Sue Stockle & husband Mark of Simsboro, Louisiana

Mary Lou Ford & husband Jack of Lufkin

Brothers:

Lyndon Earl Livingston & wife Paula of Kender, Louisiana

Clinton Livingston & wife Mary of Tyler

Sister-in-Law, Maureen Brawley of Joaquin

Preceded in death by:

Husband, Lubbert Earl Fountain

Daughters, Gwen Sumstine, Angie Fausett & Tina Fountain

Brother, Paschal Livingston

Sister, Patsy Livingston

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7/28/07

Kimberly J. Porras, 48, of Tenaha passed away Friday, July 27, 2007 in Center. She was born June 26, 1959 in Amarillo to Bill D. King and Barbara Johnson King. Kimberly was a very artistic person who loved gardening and animals. She had been a resident of Tenaha for the past twelve years.

Per her request, Kimberly was cremated.

Survivors include:
Mother and Step Father, Barbara and Jim Haren of Fritch.
Father, Bill D. King of Tenaha
Son, Abrin Peiham of Tenaha
Daughter, Clayiynn Ryszkowski of Harstel, Colorado

Brothers, Sammy King of Fritch, Larry King of Snyder, and Gilbert of Fairplay, Colorado.

Companion and Friend, Roger Mitchell of Tenaha.
Stepdaughter, Tash Leon of Tenaha
Numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family.

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7/27/07

Johnny Ford, 55, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, July 27, 2007 at a Center nursing home. Mr. Ford was born July 17, 1952 in Houston to Thomas Ford and Elna Parker Ford. He was of the Baptist faith.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, July 29, 2007 at Union Cemetery in Tenaha with Bro. Jim Jacobs officiating. Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Saturday, July 28, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Honorary pallbearers will be Scott Jacobs, Craig Borders, Robert Ruddell, Larry Cox and John Snider.

Survivors include:

Wife, Alice Ford of Shelbyville

Sons:
Jeremy Ford & wife Belinda of Center
John Steven Ford & Traci Hanson of Round Rock

Daughters:
Jennifer Ford of Nacogdoches
J.J. Ford of Shelbyville

Granddaughters:
Olivia Ford of Center
Cheyenne Ford of Shelbyville
Victoria Ford of Shelbyville

Grandson, John Austin Ford of Shelbyville

Brothers:
Larry Ford & wife Maline of China
Thomas Wayne Ford & wife Gloria of Houston

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7/26/07

Clarence D. McSwain 84, of the Aiken Community, passed away Wednesday July 25, 2007.
Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday July 28, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Gene Mayer officiating. Burial will follow at White Rock Cemetery.
Visitation will be Friday July 27, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

Mr. McSwain was born June 23, 1923 to Colon and Minnie Clark McSwain. He was of the Pentecostal faith. He was a farmer.

He is preceded in death by his parents Colon and Minnie McSwain, 2 brothers Leon McSwain and Elton McSwain, and infant Granddaughter Dibri McSwain.

He is survived by:
Wife:
Vircle McSwain of the Aiken Community
Son and Daughter-in-law:
C.V. and Cathryn McSwain of Corpus Christi
Daughter and Son-in-law:
Sulane & Gene Mayer of Zwolle, LA
Grandchildren:
Marc McSwain of San Jose, CA
Larissa McSwain & husband Ben Jacoel of Corpus Christi
Great Granddaughter:
Elysia McSwain of Corpus Christi
Brother:
Warren McSwain & wife Lillian of Center
Sister:
Agnes Barber of Marshall
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends
Pallbearers:
Bill Weeks, William Lucas, Royce Lynn Johnson, Kelly McSwain, Ted Bright and Bradley Wilburn

Services were under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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7/25/2007

Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 62 year old, Howard Stephen Teer, Junior, of Gary. Services are Friday afternoon at two o’clock at Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson. Interment will be Saturday morning at 10 o’clock at Liberty Cemetery in Coushatta, Louisiana. The family will receive friends tomorrow (Thursday) evening from five until seven o’clock at Taylor Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 212 Gene Samford Drive, Lufkin, Texas 75904.

Among Mr. Teer’s survivors are his wife, Mary Teer, of Gary, two sons, Anthony Joe Teer, of Florida, and Howard S. Teer, of Alabama, two brothers, Michael Graves, of Chapel Hill, and James Graves, of Baytown, two sisters, Deborah A. Downs, of Baytown, and Patricia G. Conley, of Baytown, and two stepsons, Randy Garrett, of Joaquin, and Henry Garrett, of Eunice, Louisiana.

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7/24/2007

Stringer Funeral Home in Kirbyville announces services for 76 year old, Bobbie Jean Sanford, of Buna. Graveside services are this (Tuesday) morning at 10:30 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Among Ms. Sanford’s survivors are three sisters, Mary Simmons, of Buna, Helen Cook, of Grand Prairie, and Betty Adams, of Center

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Seborn William Greer, Jr. was born in Appleby, Texas September 26, 1942, to the late Seborn William Greer, Sr. and Gertrude Kilgore Greer. At 64 years of age, he went to be with his Lord and Savior July 21, 2007. Soon after graduating from Nacogdoches High School in 1962, Seborn joined the U.S. Army and was stationed at Fort MacArthur in Los Angeles, California. Upon his discharge from the army in 1965, he joined the Dallas Police Department where he served the public for 12 years while simultaneously furthering his education. After receiving a scholarship through the Dallas Police Department, he graduated from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin in 1974 with a Bachelor of Arts degree. In 1977, having achieved the highest rank of sergeant, he retired from the police department to start a career offshore in the Gulf of Mexico as an oil and gas production lease operator and continued in this field until his death. He is survived by his wife of 44 years Grace McNeil Greer; son Seborn William Greer III, daughter-in-law Susan, and children Megan and Micah; son Brent Allen Greer, daughter-in-law Glenna, and children Myla, Male¹na, and Ryland.He is also survived by his siblings, sisters, Helen Calame of Wortham, Texas and Peggy Beck of Cushing, Texas, brothers, Tommy Greer of Round Rock, Texas, and Jerry "Tony" Greer of Nacogdoches, Texas, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.He was preceded in death by sisters Kathleen Greer Nottingham and Lynn Eva Nation, and brothers, Garland Greer and Jack Greer.Pallbearers will be Mark Greer, Bill Beck, Jr., Chuck Calame, Steve Lawrence, Bryan Best and Darryl Rose.Honorary pallbearers are James Barnwell, Dale Baker, Mike Knous, Clifton Layton, Benny Nottingham, Donny Nottingham, Gary Nottingham, Lee Nation, Biff Calame, Charles Kilgore, Ray Kilgore and James McGown.Services will be held at Dickie Allen Funeral Home in Cushing, Texas, with the Rev. Jim Miller officiating on Tuesday, July 24 at 11 a.m. with a visitation today from 5 to 8 p.m.
Published in The Daily Sentinel on 7/23/2007.

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07/20/07

Wilbur Lee Taylor, 68, of Brenham, passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at a Temple hospital. He was born May 14, 1939 in Bedias, Texas to Carl Edwin Taylor and Melissa Ione Taylor.

At the family’s request, Mr. Taylor is being cremated and a private memorial service will be held at some time in the future.

Survivors include:

Daughters:

Leann Tussing & husband Ron of Rusk

Teresa Boswell & husband Vernon on Channelview

Susan Taylor of Duncanville

Stepdaughter, Dana Parker & husband Jeremy of Center

Son, Lynn Taylor of Center

Stepson, Lance Strain of DeSoto

Sisters:

Wanda Blystone & husband Robert of Washington, Texas

Beverly Daughtrey & husband Popeye of Needville

Carol Worley & husband Andy of Hot Springs, Arkansas

Mother, Melissa Ione Taylor of Brenham

21 Grandchildren, 16 Great Grandchildren

Also numerous nieces, nephews & many friends.

Preceded in death by:

Son, David Lee Taylor

Grandson, Michael Taylor

Father, Carl Edwin Taylor

Sister, Vivian Nelline Hamby

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07/19/07

Hollis Jeans, 79, of Center, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2007 at a Shreveport hospital. He was born January 17, 1928 in Center to Hessie “Monk” Jeans and Lillie Mae English Jeans. Mr. Jeans was a retired barber, an avid fisherman, and served his country in both the Army & Navy. He was a member of the Shelbyville Masonic Lodge #32, Order of the Eastern Star and The First Baptist Church in Center.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, July 22, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Carl Smith & Rev. Michael Hale. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Saturday, July 21, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center

Pallbearers will be Clarence Denby, John Yarborough, Gene Kennon, Billy Mac Walton, Wade Anderson & Clyde Samford. Honorary pallbearers will be F.L. Moffet Sunday School Class.

Survivors include:

Son, Steve Jeans & wife Becky of Center

Daughters:

Sandra Gray & husband Scooter of Joaquin

Frances Ann Jeans of Center

Grandchildren:

Melinda Ray & husband Mickey of Kingwood

Suzanne Elliott & husband Aaron of Nacogdoches

David Jeans of Nacogdoches

Great Grandchildren:

Morgan Ray & Meghan Ray

Sister, Hazel Jones of Center

Brother, Bill Jeans & wife Laverne of Center

Sister-in-Law, Billie Ford & husband Pete of Dallas

Special Friend, Marceline Crenshaw of Center

Also a number of nieces, nephews, cousins & a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:

Wife, Melva Jo Jeans

Memorials can be made in Mr. Jeans name to the charity of your choice.

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07/18/07

Iva Belle Lowrance, Died: July 11th 2007, at Pipestone Place Assisted Living in San Antonio TX. Cared for by a loving staff and Vitas Hospice. Born: 10/19/18 Birthplace: Timpson-Shelby County, TX

Parents: George Washington Lowrance and Mary Jane Oxsheer
Preceded in Death by
Sisters: May and Ann Lowrance, Lou Engle, Joy Fugate
Brothers: Tom and Oxsheer Lowrance
Survived by: Brother: Robert Lowrance of Hawkins, TX
Sister: Sophie Hancock of Lufkin, TX
Sister: Grace Pickens of Pleasanton, TX
17 nephews and nieces

After a career as a teacher in Michigan, Iva moved back to Timpson, TX in 1976 until her move to San Antonio in 2004. Attended High School: Timpson, TX. Graduated College: 1940 Stephen F. Austin State University with a BA in Education. And received her Masters in Education in 1944 Career as a teacher Walled Lake Consolidated School District in Michigan, Glengary Elementary 4th grade teacher

Athlete: Key presented by Piney Woods Sports Association as a 5 sport college athlete Coached High School Basketball in Carnack, TX
Won a 12 mile marathon at the age of 70
Loved her Dominoes and Crossword puzzles and quilting

Church Activities
Sunday School Teacher
Trinity Baptist Church in Timpson

Graveside service at Greenwood Cemetery in Garrison, TX , Saturday, July 21st at 1:00 PM

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

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07/17/07

Beverly Ann Walker, 61, of Garrison passed away Monday, July 16, 2007 at her residence. Ms. Walker was born June 30, 1946 in Shelby County, Texas to Archie Barbee and Faye Holland Deason Barbee. She was employed by Nacogdoches Medical Center Hospital and was a member of Holly Springs Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, July 19, 2007 at Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison with Bro. Homer Murray and Bro. Travis Lunsford officiating. Visitation will be held from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm, Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at Garrison Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Adam Barbee, Jeremy Snider, Dusty Barbee, Anthony Harkness, Colby Barbee, Justin Barbee, Gayle McDonald and Dereck Barbee.

Honorary pallbearers will be Jeffery Barbee, Clay Barbee, Bill Faust, Rocky Fountain, Larry McDonald, Lonnie Larson, Joel Barton, Bob Barton, Tommy Hughes, Brandon Barbee, Corey Holloway and Robert Holloway.

Survivors include:

Son, Doug Walker, Jr. & wife Carla “CJ” of Garrison

Sisters:

Barbara McDonald of Garrison

JoAnn Rushing & husband Bill of Center

Vickie Snider & husband James of Huxley

Linda Faye Cougler & husband Everett of Center

Rhonda Holloway

Brothers:

John Barbee & wife Ginnie of Center

“Bo” Archie Barbee & wife Cindy of Center

Ricky Barbee & wife Tammy of Center

Donald Barbee & wife Julie of Logansport

Denel Ray Barbee & wife Rosy of Center

Grandchildren:

Nathan Wade, Ryan Michael, Aaron Mitchel and Megan Danielle

Sister-in-Law, Sharon Barbee of Center

Also a host of other friends & relatives.

Preceded in death by:

Husband, Mack Walker

Parents, Archie Barbee & Faye Deason Barbee

Brothers, William Marshall Barbee & Bobby Patrick Barbee

Brother-in-Law, Norman McDonald

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07/16/07

Waylon Boles, 81, of Center passed away Sunday, July 15, 2007 at a Bossier hospital. Mr. Boles was born August 9, 1925 in Center to Aaron Boles and Mary Barbee Boles. He was a former member of the Center Noon Lion’s Club, CEO and co-founder of Right Step Adult Day Care Center and a member of the First Baptist Church. Mr. Boles served in the US Navy.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Gene Kirkley officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Tuesday, July 17, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Pallbearers will be Stephen Boles, Weldon Boles, Chase Boles, Waylon Boles III, Waylon Boles, Jr., John Barbee, Billy Bob McAdams, Craig Von Sternberg and Randy Lemmond.

Survivors include:

Wife, Thelma Boles of Center

Sons:

Waylon Boles, Jr. of Houston

Stephen Boles & Terri Lynn of Houston

Grandsons:

Waylon Boles, III & wife Mallory of Fort Worth

Chase Boles of Houston

Brother, Weldon Boles & wife Sandra of Center

Sister, Mary Helen Campbell & husband James Neal of Orange

Also numerous nieces, other relatives and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by Parents, Aaron Boles & Mary Barbee Boles
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07/10/07

Sanders, Diana Booth Blanton - Dian was born March 1, 1943, in Dallas, Texas to Adele Henry Booth and James Randolph Booth, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2007, after a nine month battle with cancer. Dian was preceded in death by her parents and beloved grandmother Nannie (Della Rice Henry). Dian graduated from Highland Park High School in 1960 and attended Texas Tech University, where she pledged Kappa Alpha Theta. She later studied art history, photography and psychology at S.M.U. and Eastfield College. After careers in modeling, banking, and retail, Dian and her husband Mike founded and operated Sanders & Associates. Throughout her life, she was a committed volunteer with the Junior League of Dallas, Dallas Museum of Art, Dallas Opera, Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Salvation Army, Pastoral Counseling and Education Center Ambassadors, and most importantly the Presbyterian Women at Highland Park Presbyterian Church. Survived by her husband, Mike A. Sanders; her two precious sons, Darren Blanton and wife Julie and Brett Blanton and wife Cheryl; cherished grandchildren, Eva, Luke, Mia, Jack, Claire, and Samantha Blanton; former husband, Barry Blanton; stepsons, Mike Sanders, Jr. and Todd Sanders and wife Joy; step-grandchildren, Colton and Chloe; brother, Pat Henry Booth and wife Amy; mother-in-law, Daliah Sanders of Center, TX; brother-in-law, Chet Sanders and wife Betty. She was dearly loved by cousins and devoted friends. Visitation will be held from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Friday, July 6, 2007, at Sparkman/Hillcrest Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 7, 2007, at Highland Park Presbyterian Church, Main Sanctuary. Honorary Pallbearers will be Julian Buenger, Tom Deakins, Louis Francis, Sandy Henry, David Taylor, Jim Vandermeer, and Paul Willey. Memorials may be made in memory of Dian to the Salvation Army, 6500 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75235, Highland Park Presbyterian Church, 3821 University Blvd, Dallas, TX 75205 or Pastoral Counseling and Education Center, 4525 Lemmon Avenue, Ste. 200, Dallas, TX 75219.

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Vallie Bell Harbison, 91, of Center, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2007 at a San Augustine hospital. She was born November 29, 1915 in Shelby County to Duke Samford and Maggie Hughes Samford.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, July 12, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Kenneth Verner officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Wednesday, July 11, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Pallbearers will be John Harbison, Lewis Harbison, Robert John Beck, Mark Permenter, Tommy Henry and Terry Henry.

Survivors include:

Daughter, Lynn Shofner & husband Carl of Center

Son, Everett Harbison & wife Shirlynn of Center

Grandchildren:

Derek Shofner & wife Theresa

Marty Shofner & wife Ruth

Ricky Harbison

Velinda Garrett

Stephanie Cox & husband Jim

Great Grandchildren:

Darby, Madison, Morgan & Dylan Shofner

Erin Howell

Meagan Clark

Jeff Samford

Josh Worsham

Kristen Cox

Loren Cox

Brittany Kimbro

Great Great Grandchildren:

Ally & Baylor Kimbro

Viva Ann Howell

Nieces & Nephews:

Margaret Henry & husband Freddy of Center

Dallon Permenter & wife Kathryn

Barbara Robinson & husband Cecil of Shreveport

Preceded in death by:

Husband, Leon Harbison

Sisters, Bonnie Taylor & Brooksie Harrison

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Mrs. Edith Hulse - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 99 year old, Mrs. Edith Hulse, of Rooston. Services are this (Tuesday) morning at 10 o’clock at Taylor Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Brookside Memorial Park.

Among Mrs. Hulse’s survivors are her daughters, Charlene Fountain, of Timpson, Gaylene Epperson, of Bryan, step daughter, Phyllis Taylor, of Corpus Christi, step son, Ira Hulse, Junior, of Colorado, and her sister, Fay Glisson, of California.

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07/09/07

Maureen Hayes, age 94, lifelong resident of Center, passed away, Monday, July 09, 2007 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.

Services will be, 2:00 pm, Saturday, July 14, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Greg Megill officiating and music by the Sunday Singers, burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Visitation will be Friday evening from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born June 26, 1913 in Center, Texas to Parents, J.O. Ceal and Nancy Jane Edwards Ceal. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Center.

She worked as a bookkeeper for Payne & Paynes Hardware Store for many years and she was a homemaker in her later years.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, J.O. & Nancy Jane Ceal, Husband, Fairish Hayes, Sr., Son, Fairish Hayes, Jr. and 8 Brothers, Willie Bryce, Amos Bryce, Emory Bryce, Lonnie Bryce, Marvin Bryce, Homer Lee Bryce, Elmo Ceal and Jewel Ceal.

She is survived by,

Son, Zane Hayes and wife, Dimpsye of Tyler

Daughter-in-law, Peggy Hayes of Center

7 Grandchildren:

Aubyn McClanahan & husband, Thomas of Tyler

Grayson Hayes & wife, Jennifer of Flint

Brandon Hayes of Tyler

Bryce Hayes & wife, Beth of Flint

J. Howard Hayes & wife, Joan of Center

Debbie Brittain & husband, Charlie of Center

Jimmy Hayes & wife, Dawn of Copperas Cove

17 Great Grandchildren
2 Great Great Grandchildren

Numerous Nieces, Nephews and a Host of Friends

Pallbearers will be her Great Grandsons, Zane Howard Hayes, Patrick Brittain, Nathan Brittain, Josh Hayes, Cory Hayes, Cody Hayes, Ryan Kiefer & Hunter Kiefer.

Services were under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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07/05/07

Garner and Sons Funeral home announces service for 84 year old, Ms. Lee Ella Jackson, of Shelby County. Services are Saturday morning at 11 o’clock at Mount Horeb Baptist Church in Bland Lake. Interment will be in Haley Bush Cemetery. Visitation is Friday from 12:30 until nine in the evening at Garner and Son Chapel.

Among Ms. Jackson’s survivors are three sons, Lee Edward Ligon and Horace Jackson, both of San Augustine, and Morris Jackson, of Shelby County, three daughters, Lois Ray Jones and Beulah Mae Jackson, both of San Augustine, and Josephine Ratcliff, of Center, and two sisters, Lizzie Ligon and Maggie Jones, both of Dallas

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Clinton Randall Crawford, 66, of Tenaha, was found deceased at his home on Wednesday July 4, 2007, after a lengthy illness. Memorial Services will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday July 8, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be Sunday July 8, 2007 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. At the family’s request Mr. Crawford was cremated and his cremains will be interred at the Tennessee Presbyterian Church Cemetery.

Mr. Crawford was born January 4, 1941 in Shelby County to Curtis and Juanita (Roberts) Crawford. He was a machine operator and a member of the United States National Guard.

He is preceded in death by his parents Curtis and Juanita Crawford.
He is survived by
Wife: Rose Myers Crawford of Tenaha
Son: Spencer Randall Crawford and wife Sarah of Carthage
Daughter: Tammy Marie Mitchum and husband Ray of Nacogdoches
Grandchildren: Chase Franklin Randall Crawford and Hannah Marie Crawford of Carthage.
Brother: Donny Crawford and wife Vickie of New London, Tx.
Sister: Tanya Johnson and husband Newton of Joaquin.
Nephews: Donald Wayne Crawford of Waskom and Joey Clinton Latham and fiance Sheerin of Nashville, TN
Niece: Meredith Lynn Johnston and husband Daniel of Lubbock, Tx.
Great Niece: Elizabeth Latham
Great Nephew: Evan Latham
Special Friends: "Chuck" Horton, "Dude" and Susan Jones, Neil Ferris and all his "Domino Gang"
Number of Cousins and Many Friends.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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Charles E. Tyre, 66 of Huxley, went to see the Lord on July 3, 2007. He was born on February 20, 1941. Mr. Tyre was a very devoted family man. He loved having all his children, grandchildren, family and friends around. Before he got sick years ago, he was in the construction business. After his children got older, he and his wife loved driving across country in his 18-wheeler. Mr. Tyre also enjoyed riding Harleys, hunting and fishing. He was the best husband, dad, grandfather, and great grandfather a family could ask for. He was a member of the Mt. calvary Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held at 4 PM, Thursday, July 5, 2007 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro Don Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be Bill White, Maury Miller, Josh Horton, Josh Gilliespie, Brian Bishop and Ricky McFadden. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dusty Barbee, Jack Tyre, James Tyre and Ray Stroope.

Survivors include: Wife of 48 years, Mary Tyre of Huxley
Sons: Chuck Tyre and wife Mandy of Huxley
Chris Tyre of Shelbyville
Daughter: Sandy Sanford of Center
Godson: Billy White of Shelbyville
Grandchildren: Kristy Horton and husband Josh, Jennifer Tyre and fiance Josh Gilliespie, Bradley Richards and wife Lauren, Christina Barbee and husband Dusty, Scotty Tyre, Jessica Tyre, Dustin Sanford, Colton Tyre, Deanne Hughes adn Ryleigh Hughes.
Great Grandchildren: Taylor Horton, Logan Horton, Kiersten Richards and one expected great grandchild.

Sisters: Peggy Choate and husband Richard of Quitman and Linda Stroope and husband Ray of Huxley
Sister in law: Linday Tyre of Center
Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins

Preceded in death by: Parents, Edgar and Bessie Tyre, Brother, James Tyre and Grandson Patrick Dustin Tyre

Visitation will be held from 6 PM to 8 PM on Wednesday, July 4, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Homer J. Potter, 83, of Tenaha, passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at Shelby Regional Medical Center, after a lengthy illness. Services will be held at 2 PM, Saturday, July 7, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Oaklawn memorial Park with Masonic Graveside Services. Visitation will be held Friday, July 6, 2007 from 2 PM until 4 PM and from 6 PM until 8 PM at Mangum Funeral Home.

Mr. Potter was born June 20, 1924 in Fort Summer, New Mexico to Henry and Sadie Julian Potter. He was the owner and operator of a Natural Gas Company in Tenaha for many years. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the United States Air Force. Mr. Potter was also a member of the Tenaha Masonic Lodge #737 for 40 years.

Mr. Potter is preceded in death by his wife, Mozelle Black Potter, parents Henry and Sadie Potter, brother Norman and 2 sisters, Elsie and Evelyn.

Mr. Potter is survived by:
Son: Tony Potter and wife Sandi of Timpson
2 Grandsons: T.J. and Michael Potter of Timpson
Granddaughter: Toni Jeannette Potter of Nacogdoches
3 Stepsons: Ray Weaver and wife Kay of Irving, Texas, Jimmie Winfree and wife Terry of Mineola, Texas and Gary Winfree and wife Terry of Mineola, Texas.
Stepdaughter: J.J. and husband Robin of Clermont, FL.
Brother: Ed Potter of Des Moines, Iowa
Sister: Jaukana Hargis and husband Leo of Wichita Falls, Texas
6 Great Grandchildren, Several Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Many friends.

Pallbearers will be members of the Tenaha Masonic Lodge #737

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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Maxine Bennett - Hicks Mortuary announces services for 82 year old, Mrs. Maxine Bennett. Services are Saturday afternoon at two o’clock at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church. Burial will be in Westview Cemetery.

Among Mrs. Bennett’s survivors are two sons, Thomas Earl Bennett and Ervie Lee Bennett, both of Center, five daughters, Lydia Ann Bennett, Hattie Mae Taylor, Francis Ann Pilot, Cheanette Lowe, and Ella Donere Bennett, all five of Center, and two sisters, Margie Bennett and Gloria Lee Pettigrew, both of Center.

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Mrs. Eula Sparks - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 74 year old, Mrs. Eula Sparks, of Shelbyville. Services are Saturday morning at 11 o’clock at Triumph Center. The body will lay-in-state from 10 to 11 Saturday morning. Interment will be in Bennett Chapel Cemetery.

Among Mrs. Sparks’ survivors are her husband, Billie Jean Sparks, of Houston, four daughters, Georgia K. York, of Houston, Evelyn Joyce Sparks, of Shelbyville, Barbara Cartwright, of Shelbyville, and Gwendolyn Singh, of Center, and three sons, Andrew “Chuck” Kauffman, Donald Kauffman, and Michael Grisby, all three of Houston.

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07/02/07

Herbert Ziesemer, age 84 of Houston, TX passed away Sunday, June 30, 2007 at Benner Healthcare Center (under the care of hospice) after a lengthy illness.
Graveside Services will be 1:00 pm, Monday, July 2, 2007 at Short Cemetery with Rev. John Bender, assistant pastor of the First Baptist Church of Center officiating. No Visitation is planned.

Mr. Ziesemer was born July 18, 1922 in Brenham,TX to Herman Ziesemer & Martha Franke Ziesemer.

He was a U.S Army Veteran of World War II. Mr. Ziesemer was awarded the EAME Campaign Medal with 2 bronze stars, the Good Conduct Medal and Victory Medal. Mr. Ziesemer was a member of the Plumbers Local Union #68 in Houston and was an Lutheran.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Herman & Martha Ziesemer; Son, Tony Lee Ziesemer & 2 brothers, Walter & Charlie Ziesemer

He is survived by :

His Loving Wife: Maxie Lee Hughes Ziesemer of Houston,TX

Granddaughter: Yvette Ziesemer-Girouard of League City,TX

Special Friend: June Girouard of League City, TX
And A Number of Nieces, Nephews, & a Host of Friends

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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07/01/07

Lillie Mae Rash, 86, of Center passed away Saturday, June 30, 2007 in Center. She was born April 21, 1920 in Shelby County to Space Taylor and Mammie McCarty Taylor. Mrs. Rash was a homemaker, mother and grandmother. She was a member of the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church.

Graveside services will be held at 10 AM on Monday, July 2, 2007 at Rather Cemetery in Shelby County with Bro. Charles Williams, Bro. Don Windham, Bro. Harold Collins and Bro. Lamar Rash officiating.

Pallbearers will be Mrs. Rash's grandson: Wes Rhame, Kris Rhame, Michael Miller, Mark Miller, Matthew Miller, Mickey Miller, Kevin Rash, Lamar Rash, Beau Dennis, Robert Price, Harold Collins Jr. and G.B. Eaves.

Survivors include:
Sons: Bobby Glen Rash and wife LaNeil of Center
Kenneth Rash and wife Martha of Center

Daughters: Mammie Ener and husband Winfred of Hemphill
Iva Nell Miller and husband Gene of Center
Wanda Price and husband Kenneth of San Augustine
Martha Ann "Coonie" Dennis of Huntington
Betty Rhame and husband Jimmy of Center

Son in law: Harold Collins of Huntington

Numerous Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and Great Great Grandchildren
A Host of other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by: Husband, A.M. "Meck" Rash
Parents, Space Taylor and Mammie McCarty Taylor
Daughter, Francis Collis
Grandson, Terry Rash
Granddaughter, Tommie Horne
Great Granddaughter, Kara Miller
One Brother and One Sister

Visitation will be held from 6 PM to 9 PM, Sunday, July 1, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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05/31/07

Gene Hoyt Bittick, 72 of Center, TX died May 30, 2007 at his home in Houston, TX surrounded by his loving children, after a courageous 3 year battle with cancer. Gene was born March 5, 1935 to Albert Elijah Bittick and Elizabeth Bertha Leah Waller in Camp Worth, TX. He was a 1955 graduate of Pearland High School. He served in the U.S. Army. On Dec 5, 1959, he married Vanda Sue Scott in San Augusting, TX. Gene was an Industrial Engineer at Cameron Iron Works in Houston for over 30 years until he started Gene Bittick Signs in which he provided unsurpassed quality until the age of 71 years old! He enjoyed his children and was loved by all that had the luck to meet him. He loved being with his large family and fishing.

Proceeded in death by father and mother, brother Garland, father-in-law Morris E Scott of Jasper, TX.

Survivors: Son Scott, granddaughters Cameron and Stephanie of Ridgefield, CT.
Daughter Sherry, son-in-law Ed Maloy, grandchildren Steven, Meagan, Erica, Heather and Makaylee of New Braunfels, TX.
Son Brad, daughter-in-law Janie, and grandchildren Bradley, Scott and Stacy of Marshall, TX.
Brothers and Sisters-in-laws, Guy and Nancy of Humble, TX, Maudell of Groveton, TX, Dwight and Cecelia, Richard, Sammy all of Pearland, TX.
Mother-in-law Hazel Scott of Jasper, TX.
Great grandchildren, numerous cousins, nephews, nieces and his Sweetheart Fleta Hill and her family.

Visitation: Thursday May 31st from 7 - 9 PM at Waltrip Funeral Home.
Funeral Services: 11:00 AM Friday June 1st at Waltrip Funeral Home, 1415 Campbell Road, Houston, TX 77055 (713-465-25825). Followed by Graveside service at Oaklawn Memorial Park Hwy 7 E, Center, TX 75935 (936-598-4331). In lieu of flowers please send contributions in the name of Gene H. Bittick to MD Anderson Hospital, Attn: Thoracic Unit, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX 77210-4486 (713-792-3450).

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Joel Marty, 41, of Center, passed away Tuesday, May 29, 2007. He was born October 25, 1965 in Dallas to Charles Eugene Marty and Lola Mae Robins Barnfield Marty. Mr. Marty was of the Baptist faith.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, June 2, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Jason Hebert officiating. Interment will follow at Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County.

Pallbearers will be Russell Matlock, Chris Simmons, Michael Simmons, Albert Barnfield, Leland Edward Cashion, Robert Boren, Joey Belanger and Zachary Boren.

Survivors include:

Wife, Debbie Marty of Center

Father, Lee James Barnfield of Center

Brothers:

G.B. Williams, Jr. of San Augustine

Albert Lee Barnfield & wife Alice of Center

Alvis Marty & wife Penny of Kemp

Aldon Marty of Hawkins

Pete Marty of Texas

Jaimie Marty of Ohio

Danny Marty of Hawkins

Jess Marty of Dallas

Wayne Marty of Ohio

Sisters:

Elaine Bellanger & husband Ron of Center

Kay Ray of Center

Mary Boren & husband Robert of Dallas

Helen Ratcliff & husband Davis of Ft. Worth

Krissy Marty of Hawkins

Visitation will be held Friday, June 1, 2007 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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05/25/07

Cody Josiah West, 21, of Center, passed away Friday, May 25, 2007 in an automobile accident. He was born July 10, 1985 in Longview to Troy Curtis West and Kimberly Kay Webb West. Cody was a member of the First Baptist Church in Center.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, May 27, 2007 at the First Baptist Church in Center with Rev. Carl Smith and Rev. Michael Hale officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

His survivors include:

Parents, Troy & Kim West of Center

Brothers:

Josh West of Center

Shane West of Center

Chase West of Center

Sister, Hope West of Center

Grandparents, Tommy & Alice West of Center

Grandparents, Nell & Ed Strickland of Center

Uncles:

Ronny West & wife Connie of Atlanta, Georgia

Danny West & wife Susan of Center

Kerry West & wife Florence of Center

Kerry Webb & wife Lisa of Highland Village

Also a number of cousins and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Saturday, May 26, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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05/24/07

Jimmy Ray Stanley, 69, of Tenaha, passed away Thursday, May 24, 2007 in Houston. Mr. Stanley was born June 6, 1937 in Groveton to Benjamin Stanley and Irene Webb Stanley. He was the owner and operator of Stanley's Wood Shop in Tenaha and he served in the National Guard for a number of years.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, May 26, 2007 at the First Baptist Church in Tenaha with Bro. Russ Atwood officiating. Interment will follow at Ramah Cemetary in Tenaha.

Mr. Stanley's survivors include:

Wife, Edith Stanley of Tenaha

Sons:
Johnny Stanley & wife Christine of Houston
Donny Stanley of Baytown
Reggie Stanley of Baytown

Daughters:
Kimberly Smith of Tenaha
Valerie Stanley of Baytown

Stepsons:
Shannon Trammell of Tenaha
Sheldon Trammell of Carthage

Grandchildren:
Allen Stanley, Andrea Stanley, Ashley Stanley, Amy Stanley, Kristen Smith, Spencer Smith, Cory Stanley and Derrick Stanley

Three Step Grandchildren

Two Great Grandchildren

Brothers:
Bobby Stanley of Highlands
Jerry Stanley of Baytown

Also a number of other relatives and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:
Wife, Sandra K. Stanley
Brother, Ed Stanley
Sister, Margie Stanley

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00, Friday, May 25, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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05/23/07

Ruth Lee Collum Hinton, 71, of Deer Park passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at her home. She was born November 4, 1935 in Shelbyville to Jim and Lela Collum. Ruthie was married to Gaylon Hinton for 42 years before he passed away in 1996. She was a dedicated wife, mother, maw maw, aunt and friend to all who knew her. Ruthie loved her children and grandchildren and was happiest when she was with her family. She was a life long member of Thomas Avenue Baptist Church in Pasadena and a member of Sardis Baptist Church when she moved back to Center.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, May 25, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center with

Bro. Luke Garrett officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Shelby County.

Pallbearers will be Richard Furlow, Jimmy Sledge, Andrew Marshall, Timmy Marshall, Trey Searcy, Keith Windham and Kevin Windham.

Ruthie is survived by:

Daughter, Dianne Reat & husband Mark

Sons:

Michael Hinton & wife Renee

Rick Hinton & wife Tammie

Jimmy Hinton

Grandchildren:

Johanna & Jocelynn Hinton

Rachel & Katie Reat

Matthew, Chelsea & Benjamin Hinton

Daughter-in-Law, Terry Hinton

Sister, Mae Furlow & husband Clovis

Brother, Lee Collum

Sisters-in-Law:

Francis Farr & Joyce Gillies

She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and close friends.

A special thank you to niece, Fran Sledge for her extra love, unconditional help and support with mom!

Ruthie was preceded in death by:

Husband, William Gaylon Hinton

Parents, Jim & Lela Collum

Brothers, J.W. Collum, J.L. Collum, & Paul Collum

Sister, Irene Barton

In lieu of usual remembrances, donations may be made to The American Diabetes Foundation or donate a book to your local school library in her name.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Thursday, May 24, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas.

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Lillie Young, Hicks Mortuary announces pending services for 86 year old, Lillie Young.

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05/21/07

Harold Bennett, 84, of Center passed away Monday, May 20, 2007. He was born December 15, 1922 in Illinois.

At the family’s request, Mr. Bennett has been cremated. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Honorary pallbearers will be Harold Heady, Adam Heady, Danielle, Buck Williams, Joe McKee and Lucy Hutto.

Survivors include:

Daughter, Rose Mangrum & husband Mike of Center

Grandson, Harold Heady of Center

Grandson, Adam Heady of Center

Granddaughter, Danielle Heady of Center

Brother, Dean Bennett of Laharpe, Illinois

Sister, Lorain Griffith of Illinois

Bobbie Markey of Laharpe, Illinois

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Marinette “Mary” Okun, 80, of Lumberton died Saturday, May 19, 2007 at Christus Hospital St. Elizabeth.

A native of Marseilles, France and a resident of the area since 1960, Mary was a retired production assistant at Helena Labs.

She is survived by her daughter, Curtis Ann Okun of Lumberton; sons, Michael Henry Bush and his wife Joyce, and Danny Paul Bush and his wife Brenda all of Center, Texas; four grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. Mary was preceded in death by her husband August “Sidney” Okun.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. Graveside service will be 12:30 p.m. at Hopewell Cemetery in Woodville. A gathering of family and friends will be from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Monday, May 21, 2007 at the mortuary.

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Edgar Bryan Rushing - Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 81 year old, Edgar Bryan Rushing, Junior, of Pasadena and formerly of Joaquin. Services are tomorrow (Tuesday) afternoon at one o’clock at Mangum Chapel. Burial will follow at Joaquin Cemetery. Visitation is this (Monday) evening from five until nine o’clock at Mangum Funeral Home.

Among Mr. Rushing’s survivors are his wife, Grace Hutto Rushing and three daughters, Susan Krueger, of Dallas, Mary McManis and Pattie Sepulvado and one son, Bill Rushing, of Center, and two sisters, Mary Jane Grant, of Nacogdoches, and Joyce Anson, of Dallas..

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05/20/07

Hairloyd Emanis, 81, of Center passed away Saturday, May 19, 2007 in Tyler. He was born April 21, 1926 in Shelby County to Will Emanis and Vada Graves Emanis. Mr. Emanis was retired from the oilfield business.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, May 21, 2007 at New Hope Cemetery in Shelby County with Bro. Henry Hughes and Bro. Roger Purdy officiating.

Honorary pallbearers will be Mr. Emanis' nieces and nephews.

Survivors include: Sister, Patsy Helpenstell of Henderson. Brother, Billy Emanis and wife Janet of Lafayette, Louisiana.

Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: Parents, Will and Vada Emanis, Brothers, Adron Emanis and Winton Emanis, Sister, Dixie Adams, Nephew, Tommy Gene Emanis.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8: 00 pm, Sunday, May 20, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas.

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05/17/07

J.D. Snelson, 86, of Garrison, passed away Thursday, May 17, 2007 at a Nacogdoches hospital. He was born November 30, 1920 in Garrisonto Will Allie Snelson and Erma Stephenson Snelson. Mr. Snelson was a self-employed plumber and electrician. He attended Garrison Church of Christ and served in the US Army.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, May 19, 2007 at Garrison Funeral Home Chapel with Aaron Golden officiating. Interment will follow at Shady Grove Cemetery in Shelby County.

Survivors include:

Wife, Joyce Snelson of Garrison

Daughter, Kay Jackson & husband David of Shreveport

Grandchildren:

David Jackson & wife Lori

Greg Jackson & wife Christy

Sister, Pauline Williams of Kountze

Four Great Grandchildren

Also a host of other relatives and friends.

Preceded in death by:

Parents, Will Allen Snelson and Erma Stephenson Snelson

Three Sisters & Four Brothers

Memorials can be made to the Garrison Fire Department, P.O. Box 351, Garrison, Texas 75946

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Friday, May 18, 2007 at Garrison Funeral Home.

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05/16/07

Mary Berwald, 83, of Center, passed away May 13, 2007 at a local nursing home. She was born June 15, 1924 in St. Louis, Missouri to John Nelson Warlick and Helen Chitty Warlick.

At the family’s request Ms. Berwald has been cremated and there will be a private ceremony for her in St. Louis, Missouri at a later date.

Her survivors include:

Nephew, Mike Bird & wife Donna of Center

Niece, Robin Beckerze & husband Paul of St. Louis, Missouri

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Doborah K. Ruddell Jones, 48, of Center, passed away Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at a friend’s home in Marshall. She was born June 19, 1958 in Carthage to Johnnie Ruddell and Marjorie Humphries Ruddell. Mrs. Jones attended the First Assembly of God in Center.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, May 18, 2007 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Tracy Wright officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Center.

Pallbearers will be Michael Lovejoy, Dean Oates, Robert Oates, Craig Borders, Tim Newcomb and Herman Snider.

Honorary pallbearers will be Roy Oates & Shay Williams.

Survivors include:

Husband, Donald Jones of Center

Daughter, Pamela Williams of Harlingen

Grandson, Tristan Williams of Harlingen

Granddaughter, Trinity Williams of Harlingen

Mother, Marjorie Ruddell of Center

Brother, Robert Ruddell of Center

Special Friends:

Regina Oates & husband Roy of Marshall

Michael Lovejoy of Huntsville

Lisa Lovejoy-Cherry of Marshall

Krystal Lovejoy of Marshall

Brittany Lovejoy of Porter

Tyler MacDuff of Marshall

Also numerous other relatives and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:

Father, Johnnie Ruddell

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday, May 17, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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05/14/07

Olevia Giddings - Hicks Mortuary announces services for 80 year old, Ms. Olevia Giddings, of Center. Services will be Wednesday afternoon at one o’clock Triumph Church. Burial will be in the Saint John Cemetery.
Among Ms. Giddings’ survivors are: one son, Eltroy McCowin, Senior, of center, three daughters, Edith Jackson, of Center, Mable Thompson, of Shelbyville, and Patricia Ellington, of Houston, and one sister, Joyce Ann Cartwright, of Shelbyville.

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05/11/07

Ruth Haire, age 98 of Tyler passed away Thursday, May 10, 2007 in Tyler, Texas.

Graveside services will be 3:00 pm Saturday, May 12, 2007 at the Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville.

She was born October 7, 1908 in Mossville, Mississippi. She was a school teacher for Arp I.S.D. for 43 years where she taught primary grades. She was a member of the Arp First Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Wiley W. Haire who passed away in 1939 and Minnie Lee Meadow who passed away in 1958 and Brother, W.S. Haire.

She is survived by: Sister in law, Bobbie Haire of Dallas. Nieces and Nephews and Great Nieces and Nephews.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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John Roy Hetherington, 55, of Logansport, passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2007. He was born February 29, 1952 in Bossier City, Louisiana to John Roy Hetherington, Sr. and Dorothy Mae Moore Hetherington. Mr. Hetherington had been a technician for Bell South for 34 years. He was of the Methodist Faith.

At the family’s request, Mr. Hetherington will be cremated. Memorial services will be held at 3:00 pm, Sunday, May 13, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Visitation will be held from 2:00 pm until service time on Sunday.

Mr. Hetherington’s survivors include:

Wife, Colleen Hetherington of Logansport

Daughters:

DeeDee Hetherington of Dallas

Emily Ann Hetherington of Logansport

Son, John R. Hetherington, III of Logansport

Sister, Dottie Bringle of Joplin, Mississippi

Brothers:

Lane Hetherington of Panama, Oklahoma

Michael Hetherington of Kalskag, Alaska

Johnny Hetherington of Guthrie, Oklahoma

Father & Stepmother, John R. Hetherington, Sr. and Dorotha Hetherington of Cameron, Oklahoma

Mother-in-Law, Margaret Hathorn of Center

Sister-in-Law, Suzanne Hathorn of Albuquerque, New Mexico

Brother-in-Law, Kevin Hathorn of Dallas

Three grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and uncles.

Ms. Olevia Giddings - Hicks Mortuary announces pending services for Ms. Olevia Giddings, of Center

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05/10/07

Robert E. Price, age 53 of Center passed away Thursday, May 10, 2007 at his home here in Center.

Services will be:

11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 12, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Dathan Triplett officiating. Burial will follow at Huntington Cemetery in Huntington.

Visitation will be Friday at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born April 5, 1954 in Lufkin, Texas. He worked as a press operator at Southwest Color Graphic in Lufkin for many years. He was of the Baptist faith.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Arlice & Maxine (Bryan) Price.

He is survived by:

Brothers & Sisters-in-law:

Kenneth & Billie Ruth Price of Center

James & Brenda Price of Lufkin

George Price of Center

Sisters & Brothers-in-law;

Helen & Hubert Shoffitt of Lufkin

Lillie & Don Davidson of Lufkin

Services were under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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Gerald Don Hooper, 69, of Arlington passed away Thursday, May 9, 2007 at his residence. He was born November 28, 1937 in Longview to WIlliam Forest Hooper and Odell English Hooper. Mr. Hooper was a 1956 Graduate of Pine Tree High School and a 1966 graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington. He served his country in the Air Force.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday May 12, 2007 at Watons and Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Mike Cross officiating. Interment will follow in the Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin.

The family will recieve friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday May 11, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Pallbears will be Anthony Mora, Andrew Mora, Adrian Mora, David Davis, Robert Davis and Lance Davis.

Survivors incude:
Daughter: Veneica Kay Mora and husband, Frank of Arlington.
Sons: Randall Lee Hooper and wife, Misty of Euless and John Jefferson Hooper and wife Adela of Euless.
Ten Grandchildren: Anthony, Andrew, Adrian, William, Raechel, Daniel, Justin, Jacob, Sarah and Jennifer.
Sisters: Fern Davis and husband J.R. of Linden, Dessie Lee Meadows and husband Mickey of Longview and Virginia Ann Reeves and husband Jerry of Longview.
Aunt: Ann Hooper of Center.
A number of nieces, nephews and other family.
And a host of friends.

Services are under the direction of Watson and Sons Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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Mrs. Mildred Baldwin Woods - Jimerson Lipsey Funeral Home of Carthage announces services for 93 year old, Mrs. Mildred Baldwin Woods, of Tenaha. Services are this (Thursday) afternoon at two o’clock at First Baptist Church of Tenaha. Interment will follow at Restland Cemetery in Tenaha.

Among Mrs. Woods’ survivors is her husband, J. Lloyd Woods, of Tenaha.

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05/08/09

John Henry Lynch, 78, of Huntington , was born August 23, 1928, in San Augustine County, Texas, the son of the late Lula Mae (Cooper) Lynch and Roy (Dick) Lynch. He passed away on Friday, April 20, 2007, in Hospice in the Pines in Lufkin , Texas .

Services were held Monday, April 23, 2007, in Gipson Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend, Don Chumley and Tim Lynch, officiating. Interment was in Garden of Memories , Memorial Park in Lufkin .

Mr. Lynch was retired from Texas Foundry in Lufkin . He served his country in the United States Army during WWII. Mr. Lynch was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother. He was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include:

Wife of 33 years: Florence Lynch of Huntington
Daughters and son-in-laws: Dianne Lynch Livingston and Ricky Livingston of Center, Brinda Sue Lynch of Ft. Worth and Bonnie J. and Michael Baiamonte of Houston
Son: Richard A. Butler of Lukin
Bother and sister-in-laws: James R. and Ogeda Lynch of Nacogdoches ; William Hughie (Bill) and Helen Lynch of San Antonio
Sisters and brother-in-laws: Lillian Mildred Johnson of Houston ; Ira Lee Holt of Corsiana; Ila Mae and Jim Wheatly of Shelbyville
Seven Grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives

Preceded in death by:

Parents
Son: John Lynch Jr.
Great-grandson: Gregory Scott Livingston
Brother: Guy Lynch.

Pallbearers were Wesley Livingston, Bryan Livingston, Jason Justin, Joseph Cochran and Richard Butler.

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James Robert Allen was born on August 12, 1937 to James Thomas Allen and Kathleen Watson Allen in Jacksonville, Texas and passed away on May 4, 2007 in Huntsville, Texas.

Mr. Allen is survived by Melissa and Mark Hayhurst, daughter and son-in-law, of Humble; Thomas Stefan Allen, son, of Nacogdoches; Hayden Allen and Mason Allen grandsons; and Carolyn Sharon Allen, sister, of Huntsville and was preceded in death by his parents.

He graduated from Sam Houston State University, lived in Center, Texas over twenty years where he taught a business class in the local high school and was a principal at C.H. Daniels Intermediate School. He was a workaholic and a collector who had a love for history and genealogy. He also enjoyed many hours traveling and staying in his RV.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, May 8 at 11:00am at the Oakwood Cemetery. He will lie in state on Monday, May 7 from Noon to 7:30pm at the Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home.

Memorial condolences may be made online at www.shmfh.com

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Reggie Paul Fountain - Hicks Mortuary announces services for 51 year old, Reggie Paul Fountain, of Center. Services are Thursday afternoon at two o’clock at Mount Zion C-M-E Church. Burial will be in Westview Cemetery.

Among Mr. Fountain’s survivors are: his wife, Gloria Faye Bennett Fountain, of Center, his mother, Sarah Lynn Fountain, of Center, three daughters, LaToia Jackson Fountain, of Center, Shannon Bennett, of Center, LaTisa Bennett, of Houston, one son, Byron Bennett, of Houston, one brother, David Lynn Fountain, of Center, and three sisters, Wanda Fountain Hill, Rose Patton, and Anita Williams, all three of Center.

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05/07/07

Dee Rankin, 68, of Timpson, passed away Monday May 7, 2007. The family has requested that she be cremated. A memorial service will be held Saturday May 12, 2007 in the home of her daughter, Theresa Anderson in Timpson from 2 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.

She was born January 15,1939 to Clarence Evans and Rolfernene Harris Freeman. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church. She was a homemaker.

She is survived by:

Mother: Rolferene Freeman of Nashville, Ark

Husband: Larry K. Rankin of Timpson

Daughter: Theresa Anderson & husband Steve of Timpson

Son: Greg Stringfellow of Palastine

4 Grandchildren: DeLinda McDonald & husband James of Timpson, Aaron Whitehead of Tyler, Adam Whitehead of Timpson, Mark Anderson of Center

4 Great Grandchildren: Kylie Sigler, Kaitlyn Sigler, Corey Sigler, Emily McDonald

3 Sisters:Trella Bea Howell & husband Bud of North Carolina, Rita Treece & husband James of Nashville, Ark, Ann McQuire & husband Don of Georgia

1 Brother: John Evans of Alaska

Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Services under the directions of Mangum Funeral Home

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05/02/07

Rose Mae Willoughby Jordan King Sepulvado, 78, of Hallsville, passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at a Longview nursing center. She was born June 2, 1929 in Shelby County to Henry Clayton Willoughby and Tressie A. Bryd Willoughby. Ms Sepulvado was retired from Libbey Glass Company in Shreveport. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Hallsville and the Kay Hilburn Sunday School class.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 pm, Friday, May 4, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Pat Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Shelby County.

Pallbearers will be Anthony Paddie, Cody Bartlett, Charles Chambliss, Wayne Willoughtby, Robert Jordan, Toby Jordan, Rhett Treche and Shane Willoughby.

Honorary pallbearer will be Alvis "Buddy" Willoughby.

Survivors include:

Sons:
Robert Earl Jordan & wife JoAnn of Reserve, Louisana
James "Koonie" Jordan of Waskom

Daughter, Yelinda Rose Bartlett & husband Bruce of Hallsville

Brother:
Buddy Willoughby of Center
Wayne Willoughby & wife Rose of San Augustine

Sisters:
Maxine Oswalt of Lufkin
Betty Chambliss & husband Charles of Lufkin

8 Granddaughters, 7 Grandsons

16 Great Granddaughters, 9 Great Grandsons

Double first cousin, Lea Willoughby Whitton of Timpson

Preceded in death by:
Parents, Henry Clayton Willoughby and Tressie A. Byrd Willoughby
Husbands, Jewel Jordan & Vernon King
Daughter, Ethelder Jordan Mitchell Worthington

Visitation will be held Friday, May 4, 2007 from 3:00pm to 4:00 pm at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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05/01/07

Anna Mae Day Shillings, 97, of Center, passed away Monday, April 30, 2007. She was born November 4, 1909 in Shelby County to Monroe Day and Lela Coston Day. Mrs. Shillings was a member of the First Baptist Church of Center. She was a homemaker and had lived in Center most of her life.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Thursday, May 3, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Carl Smith, Rev. Mike Shillings and Rev. Michael Hale officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be Patrick Nethery, Michael Nethery, Mark Shillings, Larry Shillings, Jeff Shillings and Rev. Michael Shillings.

Survivors include:

Daughter, Betty Jo Shillings Williams of Houston

Son, Gene W. Shillings & wife Martha of Bryan

Grandchildren:

Michael Jon Shillings

Mark Allen Shillings

Larry Brian Shillings

Steven Wayne Shillings

Jeffrey Andrew Shillings

Stacie LeAnn Williams Schulz

13 Great Grandchildren

1 Great Great Grandchild

Preceded in death by:

Husband, Johnnie Shillings

Son, Johnny Mac Shillings

Daughter-in-Law, Betty Lou Shillings

Grandson, Douglas Marion Williams

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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03/30/07

Garry Stephen Walker, 68, of Onalaska, passed away Wednesday, March 28, 2007. Graveside services will be 2:00 pm Saturday March 31, 2007 at Pine Ridge Cemetery with Bro. Mark Woolf officiating.

He was born August 30, 1938 to Ray G. and Viola Walker.

He is preceded in death by his parents Ray and Viola Walker.

He is survived by: 2 Children, Kelli martinez and husband Frank of Clear Lake, Texas, and John Melcher of Clear Lake, Texas. 4 Grandchildren: Austin, Samantha, Jennifer & Gabriella. 1 Great Granddaughter: Brooklyn and Uncle: Jess Coleman and wife Enola.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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Reverend W.R. Gardner - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for Reverend W. R. Gardner, of Carthage. Services are tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 11 o’clock at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Carthage. His body will lie in state from 10 until 11 in the morning tomorrow (Saturday) at the church. Reverend Gardner was the pastor of Gates Chapel Baptist Church in Shelbyville for 25 years.

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Leon McCollister - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 72 year old, Mr. Leon McCollister, of Tenaha. Services are tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 11 o’clock at Saint John Baptist Church in Tenaha. Interment will be in Saint John Cemetery.

Among Mr. McCollister’s survivors are four sisters, Betty Tutt and LuCrecia Henderson, both of Tenaha, Doris Bussey, of Seattle, Washington, and Mary Ann Christopher, of Mansfield, Louisiana.

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Flowler Tot Green - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 90 year old, Fowler Tot Green, of Lake Jackson, and formerly of Bobo. Services are tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at two o’clock at Taylor Chapel. Interment will be in Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.

Among Mr. Green’s survivors are his wife, Anna Belle Screws-Green, of Lake Jackson, and his daughter, Trina Green Taylor, of Lake Jackson.

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03/29/07

Sallie Young Parker, 95, of Center, passed away Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at Shelby Regional Medical Center. Sallie Garrett Young was born on November 11, 1911 in Marshall, the daughter of Robert Hall Young and Bertha Love Heartstill Young.

Mrs. Parker was the widow of Heber C. Parker who owned and operated Parker Brothers Motor Company for many years. She moved to San Augustine when she was four years old and graduated from San Augustine High School in 1928. She attended T.W.U., then Texas Wesleyan College in Fort Worth for one year and was on the tennis team. Mrs. Parker worked nine years for R.C. Downs of San Augustine, cotton buyer and president of First National Bank. On April 9, 1939 she married Heber C. Parked and moved to Center. Sallie & Heber were the parents of two children, Nancy Lynn, born in 1942, and James Perry “Jimmy”, born in 1944. Sallie was a member of First United Methodist Church; a member of United Methodist Women; past treasurer, member and past president of the Women’s Reading Club and a former member and president of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 pm, Monday, April 2, 2007 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Rev. Greg Megill officiating.

Survivors include:

Daughter, Nancy Pederson & husband Paul of Waco

Son, Jimmy Parker & wife Anne of Center

Granddaughters:
Ashley Parker of Seattle, Washington
Lisa Parker of Center

Grandson, Brandt Parker & wife Lisa of Austin

Sister, Ellen Love Burrows of Austin

Brother, Heartsill Young of Mason

Also numerous nephews and nieces.

Special friends are Fannie Jackson, Lola B. Phillips, Pearl Burgay.

Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church of Center.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Sunday, April 1, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Hicks Mortuary announces services for 69 year old, Wilbert Ira “Wildcat” McClelland. Services are Friday afternoon at two o’clock at Mount Zion C-M-E Church. Burial will be in Westview Cemetery.

Among Mr. McClelland’s survivors are his wife, Myrtis M. McClelland, one daughter, Kristi R. McClelland, one son, Anthony McClelland, and two brothers, Doctor Charles Tatum, of Houston, and Willard McClelland, of Center.

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03/25/07

Bruce Wagnon, 63, of Center, passed away Saturday, March 24, 2007 as the result of an automobile accident. He was born March 28, 1943 in Warren, Arkansas to Floyd A. Wagnon and Georgia Berryman Wagnon. Mr. Wagnon served in the US Army during Vietnam, where he received a Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars, a Purple Heart, a Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation Badge, and a Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Center and was a member of the Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149. Mr. Wagnon retired from SWB and was a member of the SWB Pioneers.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, March 29, 2007 at Watson and Sons Chapel in Center with Rev. Michael Hale, Rev. Carl Smith and Steve Wagnon officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be John Doggett, Barry Doggett, Clay Wagnon, Tracy Collins, Bob Covington, Ken Ramsey, Harold Osborne and Todd Baldwin.

Honorary Pallbearers will Joe Ellis, Hal Wyatt, Franky Adams and Claude Lucas.

Survivors include:

Wife, Elaine Wagnon of Center

Sons:

Brett Wagnon of Center

Daniel Wagnon & wife Sheila of Lewisville

Joel Wagnon of Center

Grandchildren:

Grace Wagnon of Center

Luke Wagnon of Lewisville

Brothers:

George Wagnon & wife Laura of Warren, Arkansas

Keith Wagnon & wife Amanda of Center

Mother-in-Law, Barbara Bittick of Center

Brother-in-Law, Bruce Bittick of Center

Sister-in-Law, Marlene Doggett & husband John of Center

Also a number of nieces, cousins, aunts, uncles and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:

Parents, Floyd A. Wagnon & Georgia Berryman Wagnon

Brother, Bobby Wagnon

Father-in-Law, J.C. Bittick

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center

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Harold Edwar Lewis Sr.63, of Joaquin passed away Saturday, March 24, 2007 in Shreveport, Louisiana. Mr. Lewis was born August 8, 1943 in Houston to Harold Garner Lewis and Lela Winifred Perry Lewis. He served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War. Mr. Lewis was an electrician. He was a member of the NRA, enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved to watch his grandchildren play sports.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Thad Mills officiating. Interment will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be Randy Woodcox, Rick Kirby, Jason Harvey, Timothy Wilkerson, Michael Joe Byrd, Bo Posey, Justin Runnels and Timothy Mills. Honorary pallbearers will be Don Tomlinson, Thomas Harvey, Glenn Byrd and Orville Davis.

Survivors include:
Sons: Harold Edward "Bubba" Lewis Jr. and wife Celeste of Joaquin. and Jerry Lewis of Joaquin.
Daughters: Candy Cox and husband Roy of Joaquin and Sheri Lewis of Joaquin.
Seven Grandchildren: Jameie Baskin, Bradley Lewis, Brandi Lewis, Benjamin Baskin Jr, Amanda Lewis, Justin Lewis and Jamie Raimond.
Three Great Grandchildren:
Host of nieces, nephews and family and friends.

Preceded in death by:
Parents, Harold Garner Lewis and Lela Winifred Perry Lewis

Visitation will be held from 6 pm to 8 pm, Monday, March 26, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home.

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03/24/07

Iris Wooley, 80, of Tenaha passed away Friday, March 23, 2007 in Longview. She was born May 30, 1926 in Tenaha to James Arthur Erwin and Ruby Emma Goolsby Erwin. Ms. Wooley retired from Superior Oil Company where she was employed as an accounting clerk. She was a member of the Tuesday Night Painting Group, The Do Dat Graft Group and the Methodist Women's Crafting Group.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center, Texas with Rev. Jim Bradley officiating.

Memorials may be made to ASPCA Tributes, 110 Fifth Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10011.

Survivors Include:
Daughter; Joann Ballou and husband Jeffrey Scott of North Troy, Vernont

Brothers;
Paul Erwin and wife Frances of Texarkana, Arkansas
Jack V. Erwin and wife Alma of Liberty, Texas

Sister; Betty Jean Childress of Joaquin

Nieces and Nephews:
Linda Jane Weaver, Diane Roquemore, Artie Erwin, Don Erwin, Carter Erwin, Brad Erwin and Cindy Childress

Preceded in death by:
Husband; Denson Sapho Wooley
Parents; James Arthur Erwin and Ruby Emma Goolsby Erwin
Brother and sister-in-law; James Carter Erwin and Pauline

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas.

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03/23/07

Jessie Mae Bolton - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 61 year old, Jessie Mae Bolton, of Shelbyville and formerly of Palestine. Services are Sunday afternoon at Triumph First Pentecostal Church in Shelbyville. Interment will be in Westview Cemetery.

Among Mrs. Bolton’s survivors are her husband, L. B. Bolton, Senior, of Center, one son, Kenneth Bolton, of Center, one daughter, Gloria Nays, of Palestine, three sisters, Lola Phillips, and Gwendolyn Singh, both of Center, and Vera Brown, of Nacogdoches, and one brother, Billy Cartwright, of Center.

Services are under the direction of Community Funeral Home.

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03/20/07

Sarah Emmaline Adame, 17, of the Patroon Community in Shelby County, Texas passed away Friday, March 16, 2007. She was born November 3, 1989 in Sarasota, Florida to James Adame and Pamela Hale Adame. Sarah was a student at Hemphill High School where she participated in UIL, drill team, the drama club, varsity soccer, the gourmet club and was president of the Robotics Club. She had been a resident of Patroon for the past six months, having previously lived in Birmingham, Pennsylvania and Seattle, Washington.

At the family’s request, Sarah has been cremated. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, March 23, 2007 at First Assembly of God Church in San Augustine, Texas with Rev. Jeff Headrick officiating.

Survivors include:

Mother, Pamela Hale of Seattle, Washington

Father, James Adame & wife Katherine of Birmingham, Pennsylvania

Sister, Eve Marie Adame of Birmingham, Pennsylvania

Brother, James Adame of Birmingham, Pennsylvania

Grandparents, James & Barbara Hale of the Patroon Community, Shelby County, Texas

Grandmother, Margaret Trott of Tyler, Texas

Grandfather, Fred Adame of Viera, Florida

Great Grandfather, Rev. Harry S. Coons, Jr. of Seminole, Texas

Great Grandmother, Letha Mae Hale of San Augustine, Texas

Also numerous aunts, uncles, cousins & a host of friends.

Memorials can be made to the Fred Hutchison Cancer Research Center, 1100 Fairview Avenue East, Seattle, Washington, 98109.

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Ellie Wilson-Quinn - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 89 year old, Ellie Wilson-Quinn, of Timpson. Services are tomorrow (Wednesday) afternoon at two o’clock at Corinth Missionary Baptist Church in Timpson. Interment will be in Corinth Cemetery. Visitation is this (Tuesday) evening from six until eight o’clock.

Among Ms. Quinn’s survivors is one daughter, Iris Bailey, of Timpson, and special friend and caregiver, Frankie Mae Newcomer, of Timpson.

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James Alford, 72, of Center, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2007. He was born October 6, 1934 in Tenaha to Noble L. Alford and Clotile Brown Alford. Mr. Alford attended Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Timpson.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, March 22, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Kenneth Verner officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be Michael Decker, Joseph Graves, Joseph Arnold, Edward McEachern, Clint McEachern and David Wayne Alford.

Survivors include:

Wife, Jerry Alford of Center

Daughters:

Mary Graves & husband Junior of Tenaha

Penny Barchett & husband Bill of Colorado Springs, Colorado

Royalene McEachern & husband Edward of San Augustine

Kay Nichols of Huntington

Sons:

Noble Alford & wife Pam of Center

James Alford of Plano

David Alford & wife Terri of Timpson

Nicky Nichols & wife Kelly of Smithville

Granchildren:

Kendra Arnold & husband Joseph, James Michael Decker, Joseph Michael Graves, Amber Alford, Khristina Snider & husband Josh, David Wayne Alford & wife Mary, Kellie Walker & husband Noah, Joe McCallum & wife Jennifer, John McCallum, Nicki Lee Nichols, Scott Nichols, Seth Nichols, Ashley McEachern, Clint McEachern.

Great Grandchildren:

Mackenzi Alford, Jesse Snider, Blake Walker, Bella Kate Alford, Reece McCallum, Tatum McCallum

Sisters:

Tulia Browning of Aqua Dulce

Lenora Hughes of Tenaha

Christeria Holloway of Center

Betty Adams of Moores Hill, Indiana

Alice Deloney of Garrison

Jackie Allen of Henderson

Brother, William Dee Alford & wife Ann of Moores Hill, Indiana

Brother-in-Law, Billie Sam Donnell & wife Alice of Melrose

Sister-in-Law, Marie Shannon of Chireno

Mother-in-Law, Connie Donnell of Nacogdoches

Preceded in death by:

Grandsons, Cody Wayne Alford & Bryan Lee McEachern

Granddaughter, Susie Elizabeth Decker

Brother, John Alford

Father-in-Law, Sam Donnell

Daughter-in-Law, Toni Shofner Alford

Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 21, 2007 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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03/19/07

Kenneth Paul Billingsley - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 54 year old, Kenneth Paul Billingsley, of Center and formerly of Timpson. Services are tomorrow (Tuesday) morning at 10 o’clock at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in Shady Grove Cemetery. Visitation is this (Monday) evening from five until eight o’clock at Taylor Funeral Home.

Among Mr. Billingsley’s survivors are his brother, Byron Billingsley, of Timpson, and his sister, Nina Hughes, of Center.

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03/18/07

Blanche Duncan Wilburn, 89, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2007. She was born August 14, 1917 in Shelbyville to Albert Volner Duncan and Ada Blackstock Duncan. Ms. Wilburn was a member of First Baptist Church in Shelbyville.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm Monday, March 19, 2007 at West Hamilton Cemetery in Shelby County with Bro. Billy Windham officiating.

Pallbearers will be Billy Clyde Duncan, Spencer Fenton, Lewis Harbison & Johnny Hargrove.

Survivors include:

Son, Charles E. “Scotty” Wilburn & wife Jimmye of Lake Deerwood

Grandchildren:

Angie Wilburn of Katy

Tonya Fenton & husband Spencer of Shelbyville

Ginger Bekker of Carthage

Great Grandchildren:

Hannah Fenton

Max Fenton

Also numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Preceded in death by:

Parents, Albert Volner Duncan & Ada Blackstock Duncan

Husband, Eric Wilburn

Daughter, Gail Williamson

Brother, Cleo Duncan

Sister, Lois Boyett

Visitation will be held from 11:00 am 12:30 pm, Monday, March 19, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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03/16/07

Lenora G. Prothro, 80 of Joaquin passed away Friday, March 16, 2007 at the home of her daughter in Joaquin.
Services will be 2pm Monday, March 19, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel, her body will be cremated after the services and her cremains will be buried at Jackson Cemetery beside her husband at a later date.

Visitation will be Monday morning beginning at 10am and continue until service time at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born January 9, 1927 in Natchitoches, LA to parents, Benjamin & Mae Thomason Garcia. She was a homemaker and she was of the Baptist Faith.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Bennie & Mae Garcia.

She is survived by:

Daughter & Son-in-law: Brenda & Paul Grant of Joaquin

Son & Daughter-in-law: Stanley & Carol Prothro of Newalla, OK

Grandchildren:

Shanna & Michael Murphey of Joaquin

Brian Grant of Galveston

Shelia & Michael Hale of Edmond, OK

Great Grandchilden:

Caleb & Raelyn Hill

Ellieana Hale

2 Sisters:

Bennie Mae Johnson of Lake Charles, LA

Bobbie Gray of Natchitoches, LA

Services were under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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Yvain Rushing - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 46 year old, Mr. Yvain Rushing, of Center. Services are tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at 2:30 at Triumph Center. Interment will be in Westview Cemetery.

Among Mr. Rushing’s survivors are one son, Yvinski Rushing, of Nacogdoches, two brothers, Jimmy Rushing, of Center, and Darry Lynn Rushing, of Beaumont, and three sisters, Cynthia Hooks, of San Angelo, Benita Lynn Washington, of Center, and LaMikah Latrese Rushing, of San Antonio.

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03/14/07

Billy Isbell, age70, of Shelbyville (the Patroon Community) passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2007 at his home.
Services will be 2:00 pm Saturday, March 17, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Henry Hughes Officiating, burial will follow at West Hamilton Cemetery in Shelbyville.

Visitation will be Friday starting at 6:00 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born October 16, 1936 in Runnels County, Texas to parents, James & Carrie (Taylor) Isbell. He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Robert Isbell.

He worked for Champion Paper Company in Pasadena for many years. He was a member of the Neuville Baptist Church.

He is survived by:

Wife, Jerry Nell (Berry) Isbell of Patroon

Children:

Josh Isbell of Sweetwater

Jace Isbell of Danbury

Jeree Bunch of Pearland

Mark Foster of Sugarland

Lisa Martinez of Deer Park

Brother, Donald Isbell of Brownwood

Sister, Jolaine Watson of Beaumont

Sister, Verlaine Lafferty of Leander

Pallbearers will be, Jordan Bunch, Blake Isbell, Eric Isbell, Steven Berry, Michael Morehouse, Matthew Morehouse, Robert Berry and Michael Martinez

Honorary Pallbearers will be, Charlie Smith, Charles Hall, Marshall Windham, Joe Ellis and Jacob Bunch

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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Peggy Boles Verbosky, 77, of Houston, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2007 in Houston. She was born April 18, 1929 in Lufkin to Vessie Victor Boles and Gladys Florence Warren Boles. Ms. Boles was a member of Mt. Olive Lutheran Church.

Graveside services will be held at 4:00 pm, Sunday, March 18, 2007 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Rev. Randy Ledbetter officiating.

Survivors include:

Daughter, Vikki Carpenter & husband Wayne of Bayou Vista

Daughter, April Box & husband Randy of Spring

Son, Norman “Chip” Verbosky & wife Christina of The Woodlands

Grandchildren:

Kimberly Martin & husband Tom

Larry Wunderlich & wife Myla

Christina Verbosky

Crystal Verbosky

Megan Verbosky

Great Grandchildren:

Brock Martin

Kynan Wunderlich

Bella Wunderlich

Sister-in-Law:

Mary Boles of Center

Also numerous nieces, nephews & other relatives.

Preceded in death by:

Parents, Vessie Victor Boles and Gladys Florence Warren Boles

Siblings; Kenneth LaMerle McCulley, May Katherine Street and Billy Bruce Boles

Memorials can be made to Rainbow Connection at UTMB Galveston, 301 University Blvd., Galveston, Texas 77555-0361.

Visitation will be held from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Sunday, March 18, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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W. J. Starr - Services for Reverend W. J. Starr, Pastor of the Bright Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church will be held tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon at one o’clock at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church on M-L-K in Center. Visitation is this (Wednesday) evening from six until eight p.m. at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church. Interment will be in Nacogdoches.

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Mary Liza Price - Hicks’ Mortuary announces services for 86 year old, Mary Liza Price. Services are this (Wednesday) afternoon at one o’clock at Lily of the Valley Church of God in Christ. Burial will be in Westview Cemetery.

Among Mrs. Price’s survivors are three sons, Willie Price, of Hawkins, Claudell Price, of Georgia, and Freddie Price, of San Antonio, two daughters, Jessie Mae Price, of Center, Margie Nell Jackson, of Colorado, and one sister, Bertha Hill-Bryant, of Houston.

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Minnie Mae Luman - Hawthorn Funeral Home in Carthage announces services for 77 year old, Mrs. Minnie Mae Luman, of Tenaha. Services are tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon at two o’clock at Hawthorn Chapel. Interment will be in Mount Herman Cemetery in Center. The family will receive friends this (Wednesday) evening from six until eight o’clock at Hawthorn Funeral Home.

Among Mrs. Luman’s survivors are one son, Dale Luman, of Jasper, one sister, Geraldine Smith, of Tenaha, and one brother, Carl Smith, of Gary.

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Ervin DeWayne Williams - Hicks’ Mortuary announces services for 25 year old, Ervin DeWayne Williams, of Center. Services are Saturday, March 17th, at 11 o’clock in the morning at East Liberty Baptist Church. Burial will be in Rather Cemetery.

Among Mr. Williams’ survivors are his father and step mother, Johnny E. Williams and Beverly, of Center, his wife, Collette Swindle, of Center, one daughter, Taigan Williams, one son, Khyle Daniels, two brothers, Gary Williams, of Tyler, and Nakyu Williams, of Center, and one sister, Renaudi Handy, of San Augustine.

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03/12/07

Annie Bernice Towns, 96, of Center, passed away Monday, March 12, 2007. She was born August 23, 1910 in Tenaha to Aullen Andrew Robertson and Annie Belle Cook Robertson. Ms. Towns was a member of First Baptist Church in Timpson. She was also a member of Telephone Pioneers of America, having retired from Southwestern Bell.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, March 14, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Sammy Eldridge and Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery in Timpson.

Pallbearers will be Charles Hooker, Bobby Watson, Micky Ray, Misty Ray, Kevin McLawchlin, Kevin Michael McLawchlin, Woody Jernigan & Jerry Hammers. Honorary pallbearers will be the Deacons of Hillcrest Baptist Church & Charles Towns.

Survivors include:

Son, Mike Towns & wife Becky of Center

Granddaughters:

Lisa McLawchlin & husband Kevin of Timpson

Misty Ray of Center

Grandson:

Micky Ray & wife Melinda of Houston

Great Granddaughters:

Michelle McLawchlin of Timpson

Marissa McLawchhlin of Timpson

Morgan Ray of Houston

Meghan Ray of Houston

Great Grandson:

Kevin Michael McLawchlin of Timpson

Special friend, Miriam Jernigan of Center

Also numerous nieces, nephews & a host of friends.

Preceded by:

Husband, Ebben Towns

Sisters: Gladys Barnes, Sallie Hooker, Eddie Templin

******Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home********

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Harry Williams - Watson and Sons Funeral Home announces services for 81 year old, Harry Williams, of Center. Mr. Williams passed away Friday, March 9, 2007 in Nacogdoches. He was born August 14, 1925 in Marion, North Carolina to Grover Williams and Mary Polberg Williams. Mr. Williams served his country in the Navy during World War II. He was a lineman with Southwestern Bell until 1985 when he retired with 33 years of service. Mr. Williams was a member of the Sardis Methodist Church.

Graveside services are tomorrow (Tuesday) afternoon at one o’clock at Sardis Cemetery. Visitation is this (Monday) evening from six until eight o’clock at Watson and Sons Funeral Home.

Among Mr. Williams’ survivors are his daughter, Sherry Bishop, of Colorado, and four brothers, Talley Williams, Jack Williams, Fred Williams, and Frank Williams, all of North Carolina.

Preceded in death by Wife, Erma Smith Williams.

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03/08/07

Hazel Lee Edwards, 89, of Center, passed away Monday, March 5, 2007 at Shelby Regional Medical Center. She was born June 27, 1917 in Alto, Texas to Aldredge Eugene Lawrence and Harriet Sharlotte Lewis Lawrence.

Graveside services were held at 10:00 am, Thursday, March 8, 2007 at Weches Cemetery in Houston County with Rev. Gordon Vaughn officiating.

Survivors include:

Sister, Edna Marie Billman of Mission

Nephews:

Albert W. Billman of Mission

Laurence B. Billman of Edinburg

Danny Ray Lawrence of Center

Aldredge Eugene Lawrence of Weslaco

Jon Dee Lawrence of Laredo

Timothy Lawrence of Houston

Nieces:

Brenda K. Lawrence of Center

Alma Lee Lawrence of Houston

Preceded in death by Husband, Bennett Edwards

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03/06/07

Irene Oliver Bailey, 93, of Center, passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at a Nacogdoches hospital. She was born September 8, 1913 in Livingston, Texas to John O. Oliver and Addie Richards Oliver. Irene was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother and friend. Her Christian example of her life touched not only her family but all who knew her. She was a member of Neuville Baptist Church for over 50 years where she was also a Sunday school teacher.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, March 8, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Marion Huckaby and Bro. Clifton Hughes officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center

Pallbearers will be Charles Conway, Wendy Whitlock, Billy Don Ross, Jerry Conway, Randy Robertson and Ronnie Perry. Honorary pallbearers will be John Paul Samford and Lonnie Traxler.

Survivors include:

Son, Doug Bridwell of Center

Step Daughters:

Wanda Bailey Fleming & husband Scotty of Center

Bobbie Sue Bailey Smith & husband Miles of Mineola

Grandchildren:

Pam Alford & husband Noble of Center

Jeff Bridwell & wife Cindy of Center

Great Grandchildren:

Cherry, Michelle, Justin

Great Great Grandchild:

Dustin

Sister-in-Law: Ollie Oliver of Texas City

Special Niece & Nephew: Peggy & Will Haden of Texas City

Daughter-in-Law: Sue Bailey Monsour & husband Billy of Logansport

Step Grandchildren:

Shea Fleming Swindler & husband Clay, LaTonya Bailey Clark & husband Cody, Myla Putt & Mark Smith

Step Great Grandchildren:

Bailey, Robin Glenn, Clayton, Caroline, Terren, Kyle & Lindsey

Step Great Great Grandson, Lucas Dalton

Former Daughter-in-law, Sue Nell Bridwell Jackson & husband Jim of Nacogdoches

Also numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:

Husband, J.D. Bailey

Parents, John O. Oliver and Addie Richards Oliver

Four Brothers & One Sister

Step-Sons, Jerry Bob Bailey & Glenn Bailey

Step Grandsons, Scott & Shannon Fleming & Steven Glenn Bailey

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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03/03/07

Ruby Walker Weldon, 92, of Huxley, passed away Friday, March 2, 2007 in San Augustine. She was born October 14, 1914 in Newton, Mississippi to Joseph A. Walker and Laura Lovett Walker. Ms. Weldon was a member of Dantzler Memorial Methodist Church in Moss Point, Mississippi, but she most recently attended Toledo Bend Baptist Church in Huxley. She was a past member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Monday, March 5, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Jack Forbis and Rev. Carla Reed officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Shelby County.

Survivors include:

Daughters:

Louise Felts & husband Ben of Huxley

Bobbie L. Mitchell & husband Robert of Gautier, Mississippi

Sons:

J.D. Weldon & wife Ailene of Huxley

Dr. Mike Weldon & wife Marie of Madison, Mississippi

Ronnie Weldon & wife Cindy of Cannon Falls, Minnesota

12 Grandchildren

17 Great Grandchildren

12 Great Great Grandchildren

Sister, Mary Francis Lewis & husband Preston of Rose Hill, Mississippi

Also a number of nieces, nephews, cousins & a host of friends.

Preceded in death by husband, Robert E. Weldon.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Sunday, March 4, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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03/02/07

Robert Vance Payne, 65, of Center, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2007 at a Nacogdoches hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, March 4, 2007 at First United Methodist Church in Center with Rev. Greg Megill, Rev. Robert Montgomery and Rev. Carl Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be Charles Rushing, Richard Prince, Jerry Phelps, Luke Motley, III, Jim Sawyer, Chuck Lunsford, Roy Blackshear, Billy Ihlo, Charlie Lunsford, Monty Lunsford, Joey Guedea and Robbie Thompson.

Honorary Pallbearers will be the members of the Center Noon Lions Club and members of the Center High School Class of 1959.

He was born August 13, 1941 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Rex Gayle Payne & Phabrice Montgomery Payne. Vance was a 1959 graduate of Center High School and a 1963 graduate of SFA. He and his family owned and operated Payne-Payne Hardware ‘n Suchlike in downtown Center from 1915 to 1996. Payne’s Community News was started in 1949 by Vance’s parents and he continued the broadcast after his mother’s death in 1982.

As a staunch supporter of Center and Shelby County, he served the community in many different ways. Vance was a past president of the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce, a member of the Center Noon Lions Club and a member of the 2007 class of Leadership Shelby County. He was also the home stadium voice of the Center Roughrider football team for many years.

Vance was a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church of Center. He was active as a youth in MYF, had served in the Chancel Choir since 1963 and served his church in many leadership capacities.

Vance was also a past president of the Southwest Hardware & Implement Association.

Survivors include:

Wife, Billie Sue Payne of Center

Daughter, Angela Walker & husband Kevin of Nacogdoches

Son, Rob Payne & wife Kim of Center

Son, Joshua Vance Payne of Dallas

Grandchildren, Jennifer, Hannah & Hunter Walker of Nacogdoches

Sister, Lee Gayle Lunsford & husband Chuck of Center

Mother-in-Law, Gwendolyn Crawford of Timpson

Brother-in-Law, Michael Crawford & wife Glenda of Carthage

Brother-in-Law, Jim Crawford and wife Annette of Kilgore

Vance is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorials be made to the First United Methodist Church, 211 Porter Street, Center, Texas 75935, the Roughrider Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 152, Center, Texas 75935, or the charity of your choice, in Vance’s name.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Saturday, March 3, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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William L. "Bill" Beasley, 59, of Humble, passed away Friday, March 2, 2007. Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at Forest Park, Woodlands, with 4 p. m. Full Military Graveside RItes in Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Preceded in death by wife, Virginia Lynn Taylor and parents James and Margaret Beasley, Grandparents Judge John W. Creech, Judge Dora Adams Creech and Jimand Lena Beasley.

Survived by: Wife, Terri Beasley of Conroe, Children, Donna and Bill Rayburn of Oxford, MS., Scott and Emma Beasley, Travis AFB, Ca. , Doug and Rebecca Beasley of Denton, Texas, Dan Beasley and fiancee Katie Eddington, Knoxville, TN., Step children, Deidra and Roger Bussell of Conroe., Derik and Maxine Lewis of San Diego, Ca., Grandchildren, Sarah and William Beasley, Julia Rayburn, Step-grandchildren, Keaton, Laudon and Brayson Bussell and Jaden Lewis and siblings, Jim and Beth Beasley of Garland, Nancy and Jim Powell of Beaumont, and Terry Beasley of Carthage, 3 nephews and a niece, Sandra Aycock, Brandon and Jared Powell and Sam Beasley.

Also survived by aunts and uncles, Dr. Roy and Irma Creech, Starksville, MS, Mildred and Eugene Webb of Center, Marcelle and Paul Geudner, of Littleton, CO., and Jerry and Elaine Creech of Port Arthur, La Verne Creech of Nacogdoches, Bernerdine Creech of Center and Marie Creech of Port Neches, Texas..

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Hazel L. Borders age, 91 of Center, Texas passed away Thursday, March 1, 2007 at Tomball Regional Hospital.
Services will be:

4:00 p.m. Sunday, March 4, 2007, Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Billy Freeman officiating, burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Visitation will be Saturday, March 3, 2007 from 7 pm until 9 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born June 24, 1915 in Shelby County, Texas to parents, James Ruben & Teresa (Crenshaw) Lemons who precede her in death. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Marlin E. Borders.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Center, Texas and she was a homemaker.

She is survived by:

3 Sons:

Robert Borders and wife, Dorothy of Magnolia
Joe Borders and wife, Cecilia of Carrollton

John Borders of Rosenburg

2 Grandchildren: Susan Evans and husband, Wade of Rosenburg

Sarah Borders of Tomball

1 Sister, Gladys Jones of Brownwood

Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Services were under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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03/01/07

Imogene Williams - Hicks Mortuary announces services for 87 year old, Ms. Imogene Williams, known as “Ms. Pete,” of the Saint Johns Community in Center. Services are Saturday morning at 11 o’clock at Saint John Baptist Church. Burial will be at Saint John Baptist Church Cemetery.

Among Ms. Williams’ survivors are one son, Timothy Harris, of Center, two daughters, Esterlene Byndom, of Center, and Barbara Lister, of Colony, and three sisters, Charlie Mae Goodwin, of Center, and Ruth Goodwin and Addie Mae Brown, both of Orange.

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01/31/07

Billy Edwards, 87, of Huxley, passed away Sunday, January 28, 2007 in Turlock, California. He was born July 15, 1919 in Tindall, Missouri to Alta Wesley Edwards and Grace Lee Foland Edwards. Mr. Edwards was a civil service flight instructor and served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. He was a member of Smyrna Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am, Monday, February 5, 2007 at Watson and Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Wayne Bickley officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Center.

Survivors include:

Daughter, Janice DeWitt of Turlock, California

Son, Bill Carl Edwards of Turlock, California

Son, Larry Edwards of Turlock, California

7 Grandchildren, 10 Great Grandchildren

Preceded in death by:
Mother, Grace Lee Edwards
Father, Alta Wesley Edwards
Infant Daughters, Mary Lee & Virginia Lynn Edwards
Two Brothers

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Sunday, February 4, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Verna Bohannon Jones, age 86 of San Augustine, Texas formerly of the Dreka Community passed away Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2007 at Twin Lakes Care Center in San Augustine, Texas.
Services will be:
2:00 pm, Friday, February 2, 2007
Mangum Funeral Home Chapel
With Bro. Bishop officiating
Burial will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Huxley

Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born November 15, 1920 in Shelby County to Parents, John & Isabell (Eddings) Wilburn.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Clifford Bohannon, 3 Sisters; Lee Ella Metcalf, Vaudine Snider & Ada Nichols, also 3 Brothers; Clayton Wilburn, Pete Wilburn & Cliff Wilburn.

She is survived by:
3 Children:
Martha Taylor & husband, Arthur of San Augustine
Tony Bohannon & wife, Alma of Vidor
Kenneth Bohannon & wife, Barbara of San Augustine

5 Grandchildren:
Ray Taylor, Howard Taylor, Randy Bohannon, Misti Bohannon, & Paula Thrift

3 Great Grandchildren:
Brandy & Cory Taylor and Brooke Byers

1 Great Great Grandson:
Trenton Taylor
Sister, Sarah Jo Palmer of Deweyville
Services were under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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01/30/07

Clifford Lowe, 71, of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at a Center nursing home. He was born April 15, 1935 in Joaquin to Sylvester Lowe and Thelma Walker Lowe. Mr. Lowe was a member of Jackson Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin.

Survivors include:

Brother and faithful caregiver, Douglas Kenneth Lowe of Joaquin

Brother, Richard Lowe and wife, Adeane of Joaquin

Sister, Mary Dunn of Burleson

Brother, Edward Lowe and wife, Glenda

Brother, Jerry Lowe and wife of Margaret of Logansport

Sister, Merle Howard and husband John of Center

11 Nieces, 4 Nephews

Visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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01/27/07

Huey P. Barton, 71, of Winnsboro, passed away Friday, January 26, 2007 at his home in Winnsboro. Mr. Barton was born on April 3, 1935 in the Patroon Community to Shafter Barton and Clara Roe Barton. He served his country in the U S Marine Corps during the Korean War. Mr. Barton was a member of the Winnsboro Mansonic Lodge. He was of the Baptist Faith.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 29, 2007 at Old Home Baptist Church with Bro. Sam Roe officiating. Interment will follow at the Old Home Cemetery.

Survivors include:
Wife, Shirley Barton of Winnsboro. Sons, Mike Barton and wife, Misty of Winnsboro and Gregg Barton of Winnsboro.
Grandchildren: Bart Barton, Joshua Barton, Maria Barton, Kendell Hill and Keaton Hargett all of Winnsboro.
Great Grandchild: Angel Michelle Barton of Winnsboro.
Brother-in-law: Harvey Bryan of Center.
Numerous other relatives and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by: Partents, Shafter and Clara Barton, Brothers, Bud Barton and Elzie Barton and Sister, Estelle Bryant.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday, January 28, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home.

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01/25/07

Richard Allen Fancher, 53, of Center, passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2007. He was born February 8, 1953 in Houston to Allen Earl and Jackie McSwain Fancher. Mr. Fancher was a member of McClelland Baptist Church and was in the US Navy.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, 2:00 P.M., January 28, 2007 at Watson and Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Chris Collins and Bro. Chris Welch officiating. Interment will follow at Antioch Cemetery in Shelby County.

Survivors include:

Wife, Jenny Lawson Fancher of Center

Daughters:

Sunshine Kibbe & husband J.P. of Nederland

Brandy Ray Fortney & husband Eric of Taylor

Son:

Glenn Allen Ray of Center

Grandchildren:

Kane Kibbe, Michael Ray, Kendal Ray, Kyle Smith and Cameron Fortney

Mother, Jackie Fancher of Timpson

Brothers:

Tim Fancher & wife Radonna of Lufkin

Scott Fancher & wife Nancy of Terrell

Sisters:

Sandra Maloy & husband Tim of Joaquin

Katherine Carrington & husband Bubba of Timpson

Mother-in-Law, Wynnell Lawson of Center

Brother-in-Law, Jerry Lawson of Center

Sister-in-Law, Janet Wilson & husband Red of Center

Special Uncle, Joe McSwain

Also a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Preceded in death by:

Father, Allen Earl Fancher

Father-in-Law, Glenn Hobson Lawson

Grandmother, Cora McSwain

Visitation will be held from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm, Saturday, January 27, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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01/23/07

Ann Samford, 80, of Center, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at Green Acres Nursing Home.

Graveside Services will be 12:30 p.m. Thursday January 25, 2007 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Bro. Greg Megill.

Visitation will be Wednesday January 24, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born November 28, 1926 to John and Gladys Mitchell Mooseberg. She worked for Farmers State Bank in the bookkeeping dept. for 35 years and she owned and operated Samford's Grocery on Nacogdoches St. here in Center with her husband Clarence Ford Samford for many years. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Center.

She is preceded in death by her parents John & Gladys Mooseberg, her husband Clarence Ford Samford and her brother, Berry Mooseberg

She is survived by:

One Sister:

Jean Alexander & husband Al of Dallas, TX

Nieces & Nephews:

Barbara & Jerry Pinkston of Center

C.A. & Connie Samford of Denton, TX

Brothers-in-law and Sisters-in-law:

Ben & Bette Samford of Center

William & Janell Samford of Center

Great Nephews:

Ryan & Jordan Pinkston of Center

Benjamin Samford of Denton

Numerous other Nieces, Nephews, Relatives & Friends
In Lieu of Flower the family has requested that donations be made to the First United Methodist Church for the Methodist Childrens Home.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

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Alma McSwain - 95, of Center, passed away Monday January 22, 2007 at Holiday Nursing Home. Services will be 1 pm, Thursday January 25, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Carl Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Thursday January 25, 2007 from 11 am until services time.

She was born on January 15, 1912 to Henry and Virginia White.

She is preceded in death by partents Henry and Virginia White, husband Samuel leon McSwain, 4 Brothers, hendricks White, A.V. White, E.C. White and Bill White. Sister- Emily Burns, 2 Great Grandchildren Kalika and Lalana Beth.

Her survivors include:

Son: Aubie Jean McSwain and wife Joyce of Center.
Daughter: Jacqulyn Powdrill and late husband L.V. "Pete" Powdrill of Mooringsport, La.
Daughter: Bedy Jo Williams and husband Dan of Woodville
Daughter: LaNell Dykes and husband Joe of Center.

Grandchildren:
Toby McSwain and wife Lisa of Houston, Tx.
Nevett Henry McSwain of Tyler
Laura Hill and husband Johnny of Fenton, Missouri
Daryl McSwain and wife Shannon of Center
Brenda Ward and husband Ronnie of Billings, Montana
Toni Jean Andrews and husband Milt of Ruston, La.
Joni Jean Stuart of Bossier City, La.
Kim Kelly Powdrill of Doyline, La.
Marilyn Creamer and husband Greg of Beaumont, Tx.
Pam Beard and husband Danny of Beaumont, Tx.
Robbie Molandes and wife Laurie of Vidor, Tx.
Jad Dykes of ALbuqerque, NM
Leon Dykes and wife Jennifer of Center
Sister- Eola Allen of Cushing, Tx.
22 Great Grandchildren
7 Great Great Grandchildren

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas.

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01/22/07

Wayne Smith - Mangum Funeral Home announces pending services for 61 year old, Wayne Smith, of Pflugerville.
Among Mr. Smith’s survivors are his wife, Mollie Spears, of Pflugerville, and one son, Colby Smith, of Pflugerville.

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Mary O' Ross - Watson and Sons Funeral Home announces pending services for 95 year old, Mary O’ Ross, of Center.

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01/21/07

John William Moore, 88, passed away January 21, 2007 at his home in Shelbyville.

Services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday January 23, 2007 at Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Shelbyville with Bro. Ray Eastridge officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

Visitation will be Monday January 22, 2007 from 5:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home

He was born May 13, 1918 in Noble, Louisiana to Bill and Pearl Anderson Moore. He worked for Tyson Foods for many years. He was a member of Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his parents Bill & Pearl Moore, brother Allen Moore, 4-sisters Dorothy Parker, Maxine Douzat, Claudia Miller, and Jeanette Raimond

He is survived by:

Wife of 62 years:

Fronie Moore of Shelbyville

Daughter and Son-in-law:

Shirley & Ski Koltonski of Shelbyville

4 Grandsons
John Koltonski & wife Summer of Shelbyville

Matt Koltonski & wife Crystal of Center

Chris Koltonski of Shelbyville

Cade Koltonski of Shelbyville

Brother
Waymon Moore of Shelbyville

2 Sisters:

Verna Snider of Center

Syble Jernigan of Shelbyville

Sister-in-law:

Gloria Moore of Shelbyville

Numerous Nieces & Nephews
Pallbearers:

George Warren, Tommy Cox, Howard Davis, Lynn Davis, Jerry Raymond, Lynn Raymond

Honorary Pallbearers: Prentice Hendricks, Jerry Lynch, James Shofner

Services were under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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Ms. Floreed Brittain, age, 100 of Center, Texas. She passed away Saturday,Jan. 20, 2007 at Green Acres Nursing Home.

Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday January 23,2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Sam Wheeler officiating. Burial will follow at Folsom Chapel Cemetery.

Visitation will be Monday January 22, 2007 from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was a charter member of the Folsom Chapel Baptist Church and was

Sisters-in-law:

Virginia Brittain of Center

Rose Brittain of Bossier City, LA

Nephews:

T.W. (Theron) Brittain of Ben Wheeler, TX

Henry Miller of Center

G.E. (Corky) Brittain of Lake Charles, LA

Marty Ray Brittain Jr. of Center

Johnny Brittain of Bossier City, LA

Melvin Emmon

Nieces:

Ola Belle Metcalf of Port Neches, TX

Brooksie Miller Lipscomb of Center

Vera Mae Miller of Center

Bernice Brittain Brown of Kinder, LA

Mavis Brittain Peyton of Rosharon, TX

Kathy Brittain Canady of Carmel, Indiana

Donna Brittain Fisher of Pueblo, Colorado

Janet Brittain Holloway of Center

Sandra Brittain Landrum of Spring, TX

Norma Brittain Terry of Baltimore, Maryland

Sherry Brittain Thompson

Sharon Brittain

As well as numerous great nieces and nephews from the east to the west coasts of the United States and very special friends

Jean and Robert Reeves of Center

Wanzi and Sam Wheeler of Center

Predeceased by:

Father and mother, James Brittain and Nancy Buckley Brittain

Brothers:

Tyre H. Brittain and wife Vera Green Brittain

Jack Brittain and wife Rachel Childs Brittain

A. H. (Tooch) Brittain and wife Lillie Brittain

Marty Ray (Gabe) Brittain, Sr.

Raymond Brittain and Hilliard Brittain

Weaver Brittain and wife Nina Brittain

Alford Brittain and wife Ola Brittain

Sisters:

Margaret Metcalf and husband Hartley Metcalf

Nancy Enmon and husband Beaurette Enmon

Willie Miller and husband Carrol Miller

Beulah Dockens and husband

Martha McDonald and husband

Nephews:

O'Bryane Brittain Calvin Miller Monroe Brittain Thurman Brittain Travis Metcalf

James Arnold Metcalf Clyde Enmon A. Darrell Brittain

Nieces: Nona Metcalf Beatrice Ward Ginger Brittain Duncan

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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Rosine Melton Pinkston - (Submitted by Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas) Graveside service for Rosine Melton Pinkston, 83, of Rosenberg, will be held at 1 p m Sunday, January 21, 2007 at Bethel Cemetery in Appleby.

Rosine Melton Pinkston was born September 11, 1923 in Appleby, Texas and died as a result of complications of a stroke which occurred January 13th,. She was the daughter of William B. Melton and Rosa Belle Blacksher Melton and grew up on their farm north of Appleby. Rosine completed high school in Appleby and late graduated from Stephen F. Austin University in 1944 with a degree in Home Economics. She taught school briefly in Shelbyville and married William R. Pinkston of Center upon his return from service in World War II. He preceded her in death March 30, 1999. She is survived by a daughter Martha Kilpatrick and son in law Gary Kilpatrick, sons, John Pinkston, Tom Pinkston and daughter in law Maria Pinkston, 3 grandchildren and many loving relatives.

Rosine and Bill built their lives together in the Houston area after the war, living there for nearly forty years. They retired in 1989 and lived the remainder of their years together in Rosenberg, Texas. Rosine was an accomplished homemaker. She was an excellent cook and loved to sew. She took great interest in coin collecting, bird watching and genealogy. In her latter years she remained interested in all of these things and became an avid sports fan. Her children and friends were continually amazed by her generous and kind heart and the loving attention and thoughtfulness she brought to life. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, James Vard, Joe, George Travis, Rosser and Kenner Melton: Sisters, Laura Melton Trawick and Fannie Lucille Melton.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 pm Saturday at the funeral home.

Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors

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Billy McCurry, 73, passed away in La Porte, Texas.

Graveside services will be held 3 p m Monday, January 22, 2007 at Sand Hill Cemetery.

Preceded in death by his parents Chessie and Susie McCurry.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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Winnie Raymond, 87 of Orange, Texas passed away Friday January 19, 2007 at Canton Health Care Center in Canton (where she had moved due to Hurricane Rita evacuation).

Services will be 2 p m Tuesday January 23, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Mike Rodgers officiating. Burial will follow at Pine Ridge Cemetery in Joaquin. Visitation will be Monday, January 22, 2007 from 5 pm until 9 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born February 3, 1919 to John and Mattie Lee Rogers Hutto. She was retired from Southland Corporation where she managed Seven Eleven Stores. She was an avid 42 domino player and she enjoyed old classic country music. She was a member of McDonald Memorial Baptist Church in Orange, Texas. She was a wonderful cook.

She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Mattie Hutto, 2 brothers, Walter Hutto and Edward Hutto, 3 sisters, Etoile Trout, Annie Johnson and Addie Mae Johnson.

She is survived by: 5 Children: Joan Dean and husband Orville of Springtown, Tx., Wayne Johnson and wife Lois of Bridge City, Tx. , Virginia Williams and husband, Harold of Orange, Tx., Norma Benuit and husband, Michael of Canton, Tx., John C. Raymond and wife Joy of Brandon Manitaba, Canada.

Grandchildren: Mona Lindsey and husband Craig, Jeffrey Johnson, Russell Dean and wife, Robin, Gina McCoy and husband Jon, Kenneth Gage and wife Lindsey, Leigh Ann O'Brien and husband Tim.

Great Grandchildren: Ross Lindsey, Ryan Dean, Joshua Johnson, Alecia, J.C., and Kaitlyn McCoy.

Sister: Lois Penny and husband Del of Hooks, Tx. Brother: Don Hutto and wife Kathy of Hallsville.

Pallbearers: Kenneth Gage, Russell Dean, Ross Lindsey, J.C. McCoy, Craig Lindsey, Joshua Johnson, Jeffrey Johnson and Ryan Dean.

Honorary Pallbearer: Grady McKorcle.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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01/19/07

Faye Peddy, of Tenaha, passed away January 19, 2007 in Tyler. She is survided by her husband, Julian Peddy, of Tenaha. Additional survivors and service information to follow.

Under the direction of Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas.

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01/18/07

LaJuan Still Kay, 70 of Huxley, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2007, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. LaJuan was born April 16, 1936, in Huxley, Texas, the daughter of Harry and Lucille Still. She is preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Lisa, her parents, and bothers Jack and Michael Still.

She is survived by her soul mate, best friend, and the love of her life through 50 years of marriage, husband Bill. Bill and Lajuan were high school sweethearts and the love they shared was an inspiration to all their family and friends. She leaves behind her son Marty and his wife Renee'. The overwhelming mother's love she carried in her heart for Marty was evident in her eyes and her voice each time she spoke of him. She was extremely proud of the man and father he had become. LaJuan is also survived by three beloved and adored grandchildren, Sarah, Mason and Mathew. Each phone call or visit, each smile and hug by them was priceless gift to her by her very own angels.Friends and family were familiar with LaJuan's angel collection, but now she has been called home to join God's angels and one very special angel, her daughter Lisa, to be ever present with the Lord.

LaJuan is also survived by her brother Jerry and his wife Sandy of Houston, her sister, Judy Partin of Nacogdoches, Sister in law, Deanna Still of Nacogdoches and Sue Still of Center, as well as several nieces, nephews, and countless friends.

LaJuan worked for the Federal Reserve Bank in Houston for 26 years before retirement. She was a member of Lydia Baptist Church in Huxley. One of the hardest things LaJuan dealt with throughout her illness was her inablility to atten church every Sunday to hear Brother Luke Garrett preach God's Word and to see her church family.

The family will recieve friends beginning at 5 pm until 7 pm on Saturday, January 20, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Sunday, January 21, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home with Brother Luke Garrett and Bro. W.W. Permenter officiating. burial will be at Resthaven Cemetery in Houston, Texas at 1 pm Monday, January 22, 2007. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be sent to LifeCare Hospice, 320 North Street, Suite 301, Nacogdoches, Texas 75961, or a charity of your choice, in honor of LaJuan.

Your soul has left us but your spirit will live on. You are resting now, fully healed and that alone will give us comfort. We will never forget your love, your humor or the sparkle in your blue eyes.

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01/17/07

Elmira Williams - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 83 year old, Elmira Williams, of Joaquin. Services are Saturday morning at 11 o'clock at Community Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in Shady Grove Cemetery in Gary.

Among Mrs. Williams' survivors is a nephew, Frankie Cooper, of Joaquin.

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Mary Jean Shepherd - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 52 year old, Mrs. Mary Jean Shepherd, of Nacogdoches and formerly of Tenaha. Services are Saturday afternoon at two o'clock at Benford Chapel Baptist Church, in Tenaha. Interment will be in Saint John Cemetery. Visitation is Friday night from seven until nine o'clock at Benford Chapel Baptist Church.

Among Mrs. Shepherd's survivors are her husband, Emerson Shepherd, of Nacogdoches, four daughters, Lar Zandra Matlock, of Carthage, Nicole Perry, of Tenaha, Sharee Goodwin, of Tenaha, and Valeria Brooks, of Shreveport, one son, Derrick Brooks, of Karnack, and one brother, Reverend Leroy Moore, of Tenaha.

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Richard Lee Adams - Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 50 year old, Richard Lee Rhoden Adams, of Timpson. No services are planned at this time. Family has requested that his body be sent for cremation, a private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Among Mr. Adams' survivors are his mother, Dana Reed Rhoden Adams, of Timpson, his father, Roland Rhoden, of Willis, brother, James Allen Rhoden, of League City, and one sister, Sherry Rhoden Ragsdale, of Timpson.

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Maurene Applebury, age 101, of Center (formerly of the McClelland Community) passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2007 at Pine Grove Nursing Home.

Services will be:

2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 20, 2007 at McClelland Church with Bro. Chris Collins officiating, burial will follow in McClelland Cemetery.

Visitation will be Friday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born May 10, 1905 in Joaquin, Texas to parents, William Frank & Lavada Walker Talley. She is preceded in death by her parents, 2 husbands, Thomas H. Killen & Henry Appleberry and son, Earl L. Killen. She is also preceded in death by 11 Siblings.

She is survived by a special Brother-in-law & Sister-in-law: Bert & Dr. Mary Appleberry of Nacogdoches.

Many Nieces and Nephews

The family wishes to thank the staff of Pine Grove Nursing Home for their care during her residency and illness.

Services were under the direction of

Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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01/13/07

Wayne Samford, 65, of Center, passed away Friday January 12, 2007 at his home after a sudden illness.

Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday January 17, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Pat Windham officiating, burial will follow at Newburn Cemetery.

Visitation will be Tuesday January 16, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

He was born March 30, 1941 to Kelton H. and Addie Mae Pleasant Samford. He owned and operated Samford's Texaco Station here in Center for a number of years.

He is preceded in death by his parents Kelton and Addie Mae Samford

He is survived by:
Son, Robert Samford of Center

Daughter, Kristy Consford of Shelbyville

Daughter, Jennifer Raymond & husband J.B. of Center

Son, Stacey Samford & wife Teresa of Center

Son, Pete Owens & wife Denise of Center

Grandchildren
Tristan & Emma Samford

Blayne, Macee & Madison Consford,

McKynzie Bush & Justin Raymond

Kolby, Kelsey, Karson, & Kamdon Owens

Sister:
Peggy Midkiff & husband Spencer of Center

2 Nieces, Tammy Wells and Kerri Bonner

Nephew, Mitchell Midkiff

Numerous Cousins & Friends
Pallbearers:
Joe Jackson, Chris Pleasant,Adam Pleasant, Otis Pleasant,Tommy McMachon, Leon Pleasant

Honorary Pallbearers:

James Pratt, Robert Samford, Jerald Hughes

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

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Douglas James Westerfield, 57 of Joaquin died Friday, January 12, 2007 at his residence. He was born March 16, 1949 in Galena park to James Edwin Westerfield and Mertie Mae Bonner Westerfield. Mr. Westerfield was a former employee of Center I.D.S. and Fred Hudson KC True Value Hardware. He was a member of the Lone Cedar Missionary Baptist Church in Joaquin. Mr. Westerfield served his country in the U.S. Air Force.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 am Monday, January 15, 2007 at Lone Cedar Missionary Baptist Church in Joaquin with Bro. Lawrence Thompson and Bro. Sam Glover officiating. Interment will follow in the Lone Cedar Cemetery in Joaquin.

Surviving include: Wife, Cindy Westerfield of Joaquin. Daughter, LeeAnn Hightower of Joaquin.

Grandchildren: Crystal Westerfield of Joaquin, Aaron Gordon of Shephard and Courtney Gordon of Shephard.
Parents, Mert and James Westerfield of Joaquin. Sister, Margaret and Don Quartel of Plano, Sister in law, Betty Kucera of Brazoria, Three Nieces and One Nephew.

Numerous Other Relatives and a Host of Friends.

Visitation will be held from 2 pm to 5 pm, Sunday, January 14, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas.

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Mike Marshall - Mangum Funeral Home reports that funeral services for Mike Marshall, 47 of Jasper, will be at 2 pm Sunday, January 14, 2007 at Stringer and Griffin Funeral Home, with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 to 8 pm. Saturday, January 13, 2007. He died January 11, 2007 at palestine Regional Medical Center in Palestine.

A native and longtime Jasper resident, he was a former resident of Tenaha, Texas where he was a member of Ramah Baptist Church and the Tenaha Masonic Lodge. A truck driver, he worked with Bobby Biscamp and Whitton Trucking for many years. A former bull rider, he enjoyed rodeo, especially the bull riding. He like to ride 4-wheelers in the mud and watch wrestling.

Survivors include his parents Link and Geneva Marshall of Jasper, on son Michael Lane Marshall of Tenaha, two daughters, Angel DuCroz and Jessica Marshall White, both of Tenaha, brother Kenneth marshall of Elkhart, Texas, sister in law Dianne Cansler of Jasper, three grandchildren. Jaden Washinton, Jordon Marshall and Joshua White, Jr. He is also survived by his fiancee Rhonda Miller of Newton. He was preceded in death by a brother, Clayborn W. Marshall.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 212 Gene Stamford Dr., Lufkin, Texas 75904

Services are under the direction of Stringer and Griffin Funeral Home in Jasper.

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01/12/07

Frances Holland Moore age 87 of San Augustine formerly of Midlothian, Texas passed away Thursday, January 11, 2007 at Shelby Regional Hospital.

Graveside Service will be 2:00 pm Sunday, January 14, 2007 at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin with Bro. Dock Lazarine officiating and burial will follow at Jackson Cemetery.

Visitation will be Saturday January 13, 2007 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm. At Mangum Funeral Home.

Mrs. Moore was born September 16, 1919 in Midlothian, Texas to Parents, Emory Issac & Mary Kate (Jones) Holland. She was a homemaker and housewife.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Charles Ray Moore.

She is survived by: Daughter, Mary Kathryn Abernathy of San Augustine

Granddaughters: Edie & Larry Miller of Center

Jackie Hill of Midlothian

Grandson:

Ethan Abernathy of Midlothian

6 Great Grandchildren:

Jennafer Porter, Ryan Miller and Parrish Miller of Center

Stan Abernathy of Glenrose, Texas

Joe Kliment and Elisabeth Hill of Midlothian

Brother, Bryant Holland of Colorado Springs, CO

Services were under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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01/11/07

Etta Ruth Sneed, Community Funeral Home announces services for 54 year old, Etta Ruth Sneed, of Center. Services are Saturday morning at 11 o'clock at Saint Paul Baptist Church. Interment will be in Westview Cemetery.

Among Ms. Sneed's survivors are one daughter, Lonzetta Sneed, of Center, one sister, Polly Ann Patton, of Center, and four brothers, Darryl, Willie, Leroy and James Sneed, all four of Houston.

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01/10/07

Hugh O. Gamble - 73, of Center, passed away January 10, 2007. He was born January 29, 1933 in San Augustine to Sam Houston Gamble and Jackie Estes Gamble. Mr. Gamble was a Sergeant in the U S Army and a member or Hillcrest Baptist Church. He was a retired local manager from Entex Gas.

Funeral services will be held at 11 am Friday, January 12, 2007 at Watson and Sons Chapel in Center with Rev. Henry Hughes and Rev. Gordon Vaughn officiating.

Survivors include:
Wife, Louise Gamble of Center, Son, Stephen Gamble and wife Cindy of Shelbyville. Grandchildren, Cameron McElroy, Colin McElroy, Kristen Fitzgerald and Matthew gamble. Great Grandson, Ethan McElroy.
Sisters: Verline Stewart and husband Gerald of San Augustine and Merline Boozer and husband Johnny "Red" of Orange.

Also a number of special nieces, special nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm, Thursday, January 11, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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01/09/07

Angelo Mulla, 80, of Shelbyville, passed away January 9, 2007 at Shelby Regional Medical Center. He was born July 18, 1926 in Houston to Angelo Joseph Mulla and Katherine Lima Mulla. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the St. Theresa Choir and St. Theresa Catholic Church. Mr. Mulla was retired from the Navy after 25 years of service.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, January 12, 2007 at the St. Theresa Catholic Church in Center. Interment will follow at Mulla Cemetery in Joaquin.

Pallbearers will be the Knights of Columbus.

Honorary pallbearers will be Vincent DiVerdi, Ski Koltonski, Jeremy Bittick, Glynn Bittick, Bill Moler and Richard Clinton.

Survivors include:

Wife, Janie Bittick Mulla of Shelbyville

Sons:

David Mulla & wife Donna of Vancouver, Washington, Raymond Mulla & wife Jody of Houston

Daughters:

Margaret "Maggie" Bowden & husband Tim of Joaquin, Terri Gray & husband Jason of Joaquin

Stepsons:

Quintin Smith of Michigan, Shaun Smith of Kansas, Justin Smith of Austin

Stepdaughters:

Marla Ogden of Center, Elizabeth Kilpatrick of Spring

Sisters:

Johanna Smith of Lake Jackson, Saveria Partain of Houston, Patricia Stegent of Houston, Theresa Semilion of Houston, Rosemary Sydlick of Houston and Elizabeth Mulla of Houston

Brothers:

Vincent Mulla of Houston and Joseph Mulla of Gary

Grandchildren:

Jason Mulla & wife Patty of Honduras, Cody Mulla & wife Hannah of Houston, Angela Bowden of Joaquin, Tim Bowden, II of Irvine, California, Kristi Mulla of Vancouver, Washington and Kerri Hersel and husband Tyler of Mollola, Oregon.

Great Grandchildren: Ian Bowden, Jadon Hersel and Hailey March

Preceded in death by:
Parents, Angelo Joseph Mulla and Katherine Rose Lima Mulla

First Wife, Margie Walker Mulla
Great Granddaughter, Sophia Mulla

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Thursday, January 11, 2007, with Rosary beginning at 7:00 pm at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Nancy Jane Mancil "Flup" Bailey, 71, of Center, went to be with the Lord on January 8, 2007. She was born September 28, 1935 to Noel Mancil and Josie Renfro Mancil. Nancy was a Christian homemaker. She loved her music and playing the French harp on Ms. Mattie Dellinger's party line. She was a member of Neuville Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, January 11, 2007 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Jack Forbis officiating. Interment will follow at Neuville Cemetery in Shelby County.

Pallbearers will be John Mancil, Cody Brown, John Parks, Jody Windham, Herman Ramirez and Scott Watson. Honorary pallbearer will be Regie Brown.

Survivors include:

Husband of 31 years, Hughy Gene Bailey of Center

Son, Jimmy Dale Bailey of Nacogdoches

Sisters:

Earline Mancil of Bronson

Merline Byley of Breckinridge

Mother-in-Law & Father-in-Law, J. Hugh & Johnny Bailey

Special Friends:

Julienne Hughes, Stephanie Hutto, Daisey Mae and Bo Jones, Jeanie Amburn, Barbara and Billy Amburn the Jimmy Parks Family, Charles Bagget and Ronnie and Burrell Williams.

Also a host of other friends and relatives.

Preceded in death by:

Parents, Noel Mancil and Josie Renfro Mancil

Brothers, William Mancil, Rod Mancil and Johnny James Mancil

Visitation will begin at 11:00 am, Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Samuel James Allen, 58, of Nacogdoches, passed away January 6, 2007 at his home. He was born April 7, 1948 in San Francisco, California to James Sydney Allen and Mary Frances Edwards Allen. Sam loved music, children, and played the guitar and piano. He was of the Baptist Faith and served in the U.S. Coast Guard.

Graveside services will be held at 3:00 pm, Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at Saint's Rest Cemetery in Nacogdoches. Honorary pallbearers will be James Colwell, Sr., Douglas Windham, Clarence Stockton, Rayford Fountain and James Colwell, Jr.

Survivors include:

Sisters:

Jane L. Allen of Nacogdoches

Cindy Lynch of Galveston

Also numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Preceded in death by:

Parents, James Sydney Allen and Mary Frances Edwards Allen

Brother, Harry Allen

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01/08/07

Patsy Treanor, 73, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2007 at her home in Joaquin, Texas.

Services will be 10 am Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at First Baptist Church Haslam with Bro. Jody Hooper officiating, burial to follow at Haven of Memories Cemetery in Canton, Texas.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 9, 2007 from 3 pm until 8 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She won many awards across the state, raising and breeding exotic birds.

She was born January 23, 1933 to Harry and Bernice Hughes Mosley.

She is survived by Daughter: Rhonda Moore and husband J. D. of Joaquin., Son, Lawrence Bass of Gloster, La. , Sister, Judy Koch of Burnet, Texas and Ginger Sellers and husband Ben of Missouri City, Texas.

In lieu of flowers donations maybe made to the American Diabetes Association or American Heart Association.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas.

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01/07/07

Ruth Earlene "Patty" Jernigan, 76, of Center, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2007 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness. One of four children, she was born September 26, 1930 in Houston to E. B. and Minnie Inez Taylor Samford. She and her husband, Joe, moved to Center in 1970 with their five children. Patty was a devoted christian, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a member of McClelland Community Church.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at Watson and Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Arvie Jernigan and Bro. Chris Collins officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Center.

Pallbearers will be Gene Akridge, Ronnie Gragg, Justin Spraggins, David Sigler, Bryan Slcum, Jimbo Akridge, Tim Hopkins, Cory Collins, Blaine Tapley and C.P. Griffith.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Brian Chase, Jimmy Faulkner, Jeff Bridwell and Billy Don Hughes.

Survivors include:
Husband of 53 years, Joe Neal Jernigan of Center
Daughters:
Zandra Akridge & husband Gene of Nacogdoches
Debbi Gragg & husband Ronnie of Center
Sons:
Jody Jernigan & wife Annette of Huxley
John Jernigan & wife Cassie of Huxley
James Jernigan & wife Melissa of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Amy Spraggins & husband Justin of Nacogdoches, Shioh Slocum and husband Bryan of Center, Leah Chase and husband Brian of Center, Ashley Akridge of Nacogdoches, Jessica Hopkins and husband Tim of Dallas, Samantha Yates of Huxley Jimbo Akridge of Nacogdoches, Hannah Jernigan of Center, Jeremy Yates of Huxley, Taylor Jernigan of Huxley, Michael Jernigan of Center, Morgan Jernigan of Huxley
Great Grandchildren:
Cole Mooney of Center, Skylar Sigler of Center, Jayda Hopkins of Dallas, Abigail Spraggins of Nacogdoches, Gracie Slocum of Center and Parker Rayne Chase of Center
Brother, Elvin Samford and wife LaVerne of California
Sisters:
Dolly Brewer of Houston
Faye Bryce & husband Dillard of Houston
Special childhood friend, Joyce Senior of Sugarland
A host of other friends and extended family.
Preceded in death by:
Parents, E. B. Samford and Minnie Inez Taylor Samford

***Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Monday, January 8, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home****

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01/06/07

Ethel C. Owens, age 84 of Center, passed away Friday, January 5, 2007 at Holiday Nursing Home in Center.

Graveside services will be 11 am, Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at Old Tennessee Cemetery in Tenaha with Bro. James T. Hall officiating. No visitation is planned.

She was born March 18, 1922 in Garrison to parents, J. G. "Jack" Clifton and Ira Hayes Clifton. She was a homemaker.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Owens, Daughter, Sarah May King, 2 Sisters, Essie McBride and Betty Louise Ferguson and 2 Brothers, Glenn Clifton and J.E. Clifton.

She is survived by: 2 Sons, Barney Thomas King of Corsicana and James Edward King of Waco. 1 Daughter and Son in law, Lena and A.J. "Jack" Liles of Tenaha., 9 Grandchildren, 8 Great Grandchildren and 1 Sister, Maggie Evelyn Schafer of Waco.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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Mildred Bonner Ramsey, age 79 passed away, Saturday, January 6, 2007 at her home in Joaquin.

Services will be 10 am Monday, January 8, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Lawrence Thompson and Bro. Sam Glover officiating, burial will follow at Lone Cedar Cemetery in Joaquin.

Visitation will be Sunday, from 3 pm till 8 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born March 6, 1927 in Joaquin to parents, Rufus and Alma(Cox)Bonner. She was a homemaker and she was a member of the Lone Cedar Baptist Church in Joaquin.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Rufus and Alma Bonner, Husband, Billy Gene Ramsey, 2 Sisters, Gertude Adams and Rose Gray and Sister in law, Cleo Bonner.

She is survived by: 3 Children, Almagene Sheffield and Husband, John R. of Porter, Texas, Rodney Ramsey and wife, Regina of Old River, Texas and Billy Paul Ramsey and wife Elaine of Alvin, Texas.

Grandchildren: Janie Lanham, John Salter, Mindy Salter, Alesia Ramsey, Dustin Ramsey, Kolton Ramsey, Justin Ramsey, Amber Goodwin and Kelly Ramsey.

Great Granddaughter, Olivia Lanham.

Brother: James F. Bonner of Shreveport, La., Sister, Mertie Mae Westerfield and husband, James of Joaquin, Brother, Haward Bonner and wife Dorothy of Joaquin, Brother in law, Auburn Gray of Joaquin.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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01/05/07

Shirley Brown - 72, of Center, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2007 at a Nacogdoches hospital. She was born February 15, 1934 in the Aiken community of Shelby County, Texas to Alva and Beulah Dean Head. Mrs. Brown was a member of White Rock Missionary Baptist Church and was a retired school teacher. She loved to paint and write poetry.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, January 7, 2007 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Jason Hebert and Bro. Lawrence Thompson officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas.

Survivors include:

Husband, Charles D. Brown of Center

Daughter, Dr. Debrah Worsham & husband Phil of Joaquin

Son, Richard Brown & wife Tina of Aiken

Daughter, Karen Goeke of The Woodlands

Son, Randy Brown of Tyler

Son, Keith Brown & wife Beth of Center

Son, Bradley Brown of Katy

Doug, Jr. of Springhill

Grandchildren:

Chad Brown, Eric Brown, Kristen Goeke, Sarah Worsham, Kaitlyn Goeke, Travis Worsham, Loren Brown, Luke Brown, Chelsey Brown, Olivia Worsham, Chloe Brown, Chas Brown, Colton Goeke

Brother, Billy Head and wife Helen of Port Neches

Also numerous other relatives and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:

Parents, Alva Head and Beulah Dean Head

Brothers, Lloyd Head & Rex Earl Head

Sister, Lorean Kendrick

Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Saturday, January 6, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas

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Barbara Janelle Tyer- Edwards - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 83 year old, Barbara Janelle Tyer-Edwards, of Timpson. Services are tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 11 o'clock at First Baptist Church of Timpson. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Among Ms. Edwards' survivors are one son, William Melvin Edwards, of Timpson, two daughters, Barbara Crawford, of Nacogdoches, and Belinda Solomon, of Timpson. and one sister, Pauline Hayes, of Houston.

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01/04/07

James "Parker" White, 90, of Center passed away Thursday, January 4, 2007 at Pine Grove Nursing Home.

Services will be 2 pm Monday, January 8, 2007 at Tenaha First United Methodist Church with Bro. Jim Bradley officiating. Burial will follow at Restland Cemetery with VFW Post 8904 in charge.

Visitation will be held Sunday, January 7, 2007 from 3 pm until 6 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born October 1, 1916 to James and LeNora Parker White. He served in WWII Coast Guard.

He is preceded in death by his parents James and LeNora White.

He is survived by: Nephew, Leo H. White Jr. of San Antonio and Cousins, Dick Parker of Tenaha, and Roselyn Parker Bagwell of Carthage, Peggy Rader of Auburn, CA., Charlsie Menefee of Tenaha, Betty Robertson of Center, Dan Parker of Center, Chharlie Bill Parker of San Antonio and Billy Parker of New Mexico..

Services are under the directions of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas.

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P. L. Lout, 82, of Nederland, Texas died Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Tx.

P. L. was born on August 26, 1924 in Norflett, Arkansas to Paddie Lee Lout, Sr. and Leona Fleming Lout. He retired from the Security Department at Texaco and was resident of Nederland for 38 years.

He was a member of Stonegate Missionary Baptist Church, Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149 of Center, Texas and also Bridge City Masonic Lodge #1345 and Port Arthur Cosmopolitan Lodge #872.

Funeral services will be at 2 pm Saturday, January 6, 2007 at Levingston Funeral Home in Groves, Texas. Masonic Graveside services conducted by Bridge City Lodge #1345 will follow at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches, Texas. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 5, 2006 from 4 pm to 7 pm at the funeral home.

Survivors include
Wife, Barbara Lout of Nederland, Tx.
Daughters, Diana Bellard of Port Neches, Tx., Cathy Swearingen of Bridge City, Tx., and Jimmie Durham and husband James of Center, Tx.
Son, David L. Lout of La Porte, Tx.
Sisters, Birdie Crocker of Center,Tx., Johnnie Hutto and husband, Jake of Waskom, Tx., Laverne Smith of Port Arthur, Tx., Jean Jackson of Benton, La., Tommie Rohrer and husband Jim of Orangevale, Ca.
Brothers Maurice Lout of Center, Tx. and James Lout and wife Ann of Conroe, Tx.
Grandchildren, Christopher Lout, Heather Davis, Melanie Laughlin, Shawn Laughlin, Tiffany Laughlin, and Chelsea Swearingen.
Great Grandchildren, Gracie Lout, Abigail Lout, Austen O'Day, Lyndsee O'Day, Hailey Alston, Mariah Davis, Savannah Davis, Jackson Davis and Lily Davis.

Shirley Kerr Bowden, 70, of Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2007. She was born September 9, 1936 in Haslam, Texas to Frank and Mary lucille Bolin Kerr.

Graveside services will be held at 2 pm, Friday, January 5, 2007 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center, Texas with Rev. Al Turner officiating.

Survivors Include: Son, Tim Bowden and wife Maggie of Joaquin.
Grandchildren: Angela Bowden of Joaquin and Tim "Bubba" Bowden II of Irvine California.
Great Grandchild, Ian Bowden of Joaquin.
Sister, Tommie J. Kerr of Center.
Nephews, Roland Taylor of Logansport and DeWayne Whitaker of Waskom.

Visitation will be held from 6 pm to 8 pm, Thursday, January 4, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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01/03/07

James Everett Figley - Hawthorn Funeral Home in Carthage announces services for 80 year old, Mr. James Everett 'Eb' Figley, of Tenaha. Services are tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon at two o'clock at First Baptist Church of Tenaha. Interment will be in Mount Bethel Cemetery. The body will lie in state this (Wednesday) evening at six o'clock at Hawthorn Funeral Home and the family will receive friends from six until eight o'clock this evening.

Among Mr. Figley's survivors are his wife, Rece Figley, of Tenaha, two daughters, Janis Urban and Connie Johnson, both of Tenaha, and one brother, Clifford Figley, of Carthage.

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Jamarcus Markeith McCollister - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 21 year old, Jamarcus Markeith McCollister, of Center. Services are tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon at two o"clock at Center Triumph. Interment will be in Westview Cemetery.

Among Mr. McCollister's survivors are his mother, Yvonne McCollister, his father, Allen Suell, his wife, Shineice Smith, and two sons, Jamarcus Markeith McCollister, Junior, and Wyatt McCollister, all of Center.

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01/02/07

Patsy Bittick Rice, 68, of Center, passed away Monday, January 1, 2007 at her home. She was born June 15, 1938 in Center to Wylie and Iola Samford Bittick. She was a retired Real Estate Escrow Officer.

Visitation will be Wednesday, January 3rd at Advantage Funeral Home in Belaire, Texas from 5 -8pm. On Thursday, services will be held at New Hope Church in Manville, Tx.

In Center, visitation will be on Thursday evening, January 4th, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home from 6 - 8 pm. On Friday, January 5th, graveside services will be held at Short Cemetery at 10:00 am.

Survivors Include:

Sons: Shannon Rice and wife Lisa of Alvin and Mike Rice and wife Cecelia of Center.

Grandsons: Kenny Rice and wife Maritere of Friendswood and Garrett Rice of Alvin.

Granddaughter: Madison Rice of Alvin.

Great Grandson: David Rice of Friendswood.

Brothers: Jasper Bittick and wife Maureen of Keller, Ernest Wayne Bittick and wife, Karen, of Center. and Mike Konzack and wife Nina of Spring.

Sister: Sandy Bittick Mead and husband Ron of Pasadena.

Preceded in death by: Parents, Wylie Bittick and Iola Samford Bittick. Brothers, Eugene Bittick and Edward Ray Bittick and Sister, JoAnn Bittick Daniel.

Irene McCauley, 93, of Center, passed away January 1, 2007. She was born March 14, 1913 in Weaver, Texas to George Chaney and Mary Cranford Chaney.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, January 5, 2007 at New Hope Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas with Rev. Kenneth Verner officiating.

Survivors include:

Son, Jimmy McCauley and wife Teresa of Center

Grandchildren:

Donna Graves and husband Travis

Gail Risse and husband George

Ricky McCauley

Kevin McCauley and wife Schelli

Also a number of great grandchildren and great great grandchildren

Daughter-in-Law, Mavis McCauley of Orange

Preceded in death by:

Husband, Henry McCauley

Sons, Kenneth McCauley and Charles McCauley

Visitation will begin at 10:00 am on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Arthur Johnson - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 48 year old, Arthur Johnson, of Timpson. Services are Thursday morning at 11 o'clock at Friendship Baptist Church in Bobo. Interment will be in Friendship Cemetery.

Among Mr. Johnson's survivors are his wife, Teresa Tutt Johnson, of Tenaha, one son, Arthur Johnson, Junior, of Tenaha, one daughter, Erica Simmons, of Timpson, his father, Bobby Johnson, of Tenaha, his step-father, Billy Glazier, of Timpson, four brothers, Robert Glazier, Joe Mack Johnson, and Billy Joe Glazier, all three of Timpson, and Bobby Glenn Johnson, of Center, and two sisters, Linda Johnson, of Center, and Billie Ann Glazier, of Houston.

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1/1/07

Mertis Lout Ervin, 84, of Center, passed away Monday, January 1, 2007. She was born in Center on November 17, 1922 to Jewel Lout and Minnie Grider Lout. Ms. Ervin was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Ervin, in 1965.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Rev. Horace Fletcher officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

She is survived by:

Son, Charles R. Ervin and wife Marietta of Kingwood

Sister, Ruby Smith of San Augustine

Grandchildren:

Carrie Marie Hearnsberger of Huntington

Mark Charles Ervin of Lufkin

Great Grandchildren:

Matthew, Tyler & Zachery

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Greater East Texas Chapter, PO Box 630636, Nacogdoches, Texas 75963 or Hospice in the Pines, 116 S. Raguet, Lufkin, Texas 75904.

****Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center****

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11/30/06

Winfrey Dee Lout - age 88 lifelong resident of Shelby County, passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at the home of her daughter where she had made her home for several years.

Services will be 2:00 pm Friday, December 1, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Michael Hale and Bro. John Bender officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born July 22, 1918 in Shelby County to Parents: Ira and Mildred Kimbro Hughes. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Center. She was retired from Holly Farms, Center.

She is preceded in death by: husband, J.C. Lout, Sister, Marie Hughes Croft, Parents, Ira & Mildred Hughes, Sister-in-law, Tommie Jane Bradshaw Hughes and Brothers-in-law, Leonard Favale and Dalton Croft.

She is survived by:

Daughter, Shelby Jean Anderson and husband, Wade of Center
Grandson, Steve Anderson & wife, Theresa of Timpson

Granddaughter, Mitzi Lengl & husband, Mike of Center

Great Grandchildren:

Mark Shannon Anderson

Luke, Lauren & Faith Lengl
Delinda McDonald

Aaron & Adam Whitehead

Great Great Grandchildren:

Kylie, Kaitlyn & Corey Sigler and Emily McDonald

Sister, Lottie Hughes Favale of San Francisco, California

Brother, Tommy Hughes of Arlington

Nieces and Nephews: Pat & Sandy Favale, Billy and Randy Huhges, Pam Buller and Kim Cramer

Pallbearers: Leonard Eaves, Vance Green, David Bain, Kenneth Hughes, Clyde Samford, and Joe Anderson

Mangum Funeral Home, Center, TX

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Delano Warr - 63, of Center, passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at Shelby Regional Medical Center. Service will be 10 am Saturday, December 2, 2006 at mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Bobby Warr officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery.

Visitation will be held Friday, December 1, 2006, from 5 pm until 9 pm.

He was born January 30, 1943 to Lofton and Donna Koonce Warr. He was a dispatcher for the Sheriff's Department in Shelby and Nacogdoches County. He was a member of the Mt. Herman Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Lofton and Donna Warr, brother, James Warr, sister, Infant baby.

He is survived by Wife, Sandra Warr of Center, Niece, Kerri Wiggins and husband, Darren of Center, Nephew, Matt Warr and wife, Elizabeth of Flagstaff, Arizonia, Step children, Sharla Cedilla of Pasadena, CA. , Nathan Thompson of Phoenix, AR., John Thompson of Pasadena, TX., Wesley Thompson, of West Virginia.

Mother in law, Gladys Yeary Reeves of Pasadena, CA., Sister in laws, Dianne Cothran of Pasadena, CA., Diane Yeary of Pasadena, CA., Jeanette Carter of Carthage.

Grandchildren: Jaeson Turner, Jax Turner, Rachel Smith-Thompson, Anthony Thompson, Danny Thompson, Jeremy Thompson.

Great Nephews: Jesse and Jared Wiggins of Center.

Extra Special Friends: Jeff and Shelia Espinosa of Center and Pamela Whitton of Center.

Aunt: Eldora Holt of Center.

Numerous Cousins and Friends.

Services under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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11/27/06

Lela Fay Wilson, age, 75, after a lengthy illness Mrs. Wilson passed away peacefully on November 24, 2006.

She is survived by her three loving children. Gilbert R. Wilson, of Manor Tx. Bruna J. Hubbard of Garland, Tx. and Joanne K. Gamini and her husband, Max of Huntsville, Tx. Other survivors include her four grandchildren, Nathanial Wilson, Mauri Hubbard-Harrison, Tania and Shari Hall. Her loving brother Commie Smith and his wife Betty, Brother in Laws Carl Wilson and his wife Shirley, and Thad Leslie Sewell and his wife Donna of Amarillo, Tx. Many dear and wonderful niece and nephews.

Mrs. Wilson will be laid to rest by her loving husband Billy J. Wilson at Wimberly cemetery in Shelbyville, Tx. Bill and Lela Wilson were the former owners of Bill's Landing (previously know as Bailey's Landing) in Shelbyville, Tx. which is now owned and by Charlie and Rhonda Shiverly who are very dear and close friends as would be with any child-parent relationship.

Lela is preceded in death by her husband, Billy J. Wilson, her twin sister, Willie Jones, her sister Eva and one granddaughter, Lindsey Hubbard.

Visitation on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 7 pm at Mangum Funeral home, 420 San Augustine Street, Center Tx. 936-598-3341.

Grave side services at Wimberly Cemetery on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 11 am in Shelbyville, Tx. Funeral Services provided by Mangum Funeral Home.

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Kathryn Joyce Shouse, age 49, of Timpson formerly of Dallas passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at her residence.

There will be no services, family requested that her body be cremated.

Kathryn Joyce Shouse was born, November 23, 1956 in Pasadena, Tx. to James Augustus MCBroom and Marion Cargill McBroom Mitchell.

She is survived by Her Mother, Marion Mitchell of Appleby, 4 Sisters, Chris Lee and husband Cleave of Timpson, Gail Estes of Nacogdoches, Sharon Branstein of Richards, and Kathy McBroom of Lake Worth.

Numberous Nieces and Nephews.

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11/24/06

Effie Mae Fenley Sharpton, 91, of Center, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2006 at a Nacogdoches hospital. She was born October 6, 1915 in San Augustine, Texas to John and Pearl Battles Ware. She was a member of the Newburn Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. Ms. Sharpton was also a member of White Rock Missionary Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Jason Hebert and Rev. Pat Windham officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Center.

Pallbearers will be Don Bush, Jeff Lucas, Calvin Lynn Jernigan, Mike Fenley, Tommy Fenley and Glenn Fenley.

She is survived by:

Daughters:

Mae Stotts & husband Doniece of Center

Joyce Lucas & husband J.C. of New Caney

JoEllen Bush & husband Charles of Marshall, Arkansas

Sons:

I.W. “Dub” Fenley & wife Carolyn of Center

Dewey “Gene” Eugene Fenley & wife Dorothy of Center

Half Brothers:

William “Bill” Ware & wife Ruth of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

John Ware & wife Mary of Eufaula, Oklahoma

Robert Milton Ware of Eufaula, Oklahoma

17 Grandchildren

26 Great Grandchildren

9 Great Great Grandchildren

Preceded by:

Husband, Ira “Big Bud” Fenley, Father of her children

Husband, Cletus Sharpton

Granddaughter, Krystal Fenley

Brothers, Carl Ware & Dewey Ware

Memorials can be made to the White Rock Cemetery Fund & Gideons Memorial Bible Fund.

****Visitation will be from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center****

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11/22/06

John Paul McSwain - 42, of Joaquin, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2006. He was born September 25, 1964 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Billy and Helen Tyler McSwain. He was a member of the Jackson Baptist Church. Mr. McSwain was a lineman for Swepco and a farmer.

Funeral services will be held at 10 AM on Friday, November 24, 2006 at Watson and Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Mike Cross, Bro. Dock Lazarine, and Tommy Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

He is survived by:
Wife, Joel McSwain of Joaquin, Son, Tyler Dean McSwain of Joaquin, Daughter, Bailee Dawn McSwain of Joaquin, Parents, Billy & Helen McSwain of Joaquin, Grandmother, Ollie Tyler of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Brother, Tim McSwain & wife Paula of Bayton.

Nephews: John Daniel McSwain of Baytown, Joshua Logan McSwain of Baytown. Father in law Hugh Daw of Joaquin, Mother in law, Joyce Noble & husband Roy of Joaquin, Sister in law, Dawn Kay & husband Michael of Huxley.

Nephews: Dawson Atwood Kay of Huxley, Deakon Duvall Kay of Huxley, Aunt, Jackie Adams of Nacogdoches, Uncle, Willie Tyler of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Aunt, Grace McMehan of Austin. Also numerous relatives and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by 4 Grandparents and 1 Uncle.

Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 9 pm, Thursday, November 23, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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11/20/06

Irene Philip Campbell -65, of Center, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2006. She was born October 10, 1941 in Connellsville, Pennsylvania to John Philip, Sr. and Margaret Warnick Philip of Unionstown, Pennsylvania.

Irene was in the Women’s Army Corp from 1959 to 1961. She attended Albright College in Reading, Pennsylvania, El Centro College in Dallas and SFA in Nacogdoches. She was a registered nurse for 40 years and was a certified RN for cardiac care, advanced life support, and closed head and spinal cord injuries. She was invited to Who’s Who of Professional Nurses.

Pallbearers will be Mark Riggan, Steve Campbell, Odell Wiggins, Dusty Davis, Ty Wilson & Ronnie Campbell.

Honorary pallbearers will be all of Mrs. Campbell’s other nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Dr. Jack Smith and Jerry Campbell officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

She is survived by:

Husband: Coy Campbell of Center

Son: Franco Campbell of Jacksboro

Grandson: Coy Allen Campbell and wife Anna of Tampa, Florida

Great Grandson: Frankie Campbell of Tampa, Florida

Brother: Robert Philip of Uniontown, Pennsylvania

Sister: Florence Keifer of Uniontown, Pennsylvania

Brothers-in-Law:

John Campbell & wife Ginny

Glenn Campbell & wife Inez

Jerry Campbell & wife Melody

Ken Campbell & wife Molly

Sisters-in-Law:

Eula Worsham, Billye Cather, Sue Davis, Earline Austin, Rosemary Campbell, Joy Campbell, Jo Campbell, Elsie Philip & Beatrice Philip.

Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and a host of friends .

Preceded in death by:

Parents; John Philip, Sr. and Margaret Warnick Philip

Brothers; John Philip and Mike Philip

****Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at Watson & Son Funeral Home in Center****

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Henry B. Turner - Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 73 year old, Henry Blaine Turner, of Angleton. Graveside services are today (Tuesday) at 12 noon at Sand Hill Cemetery. Those who wish may donate to Habitat for Humanity or Volunteer Christian Builders Association in Mr. Turner’s name.

Among Mr. Turner’s survivors are his wife, Della Woodall Turner, of Angleton, two daughters, Julie Fischer, of Lake Jackson, and Janet Capuzzi, of Corpus Christi, two brothers, Tal Turner, of Clute, and Lynn Turner, of Center, and two sisters, Flo Wilburn, of Center, and Belle Turner, of Florida.

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Verna Mills - age 100, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2006 at Pine Grove Nursing Home.

Services are set for, 2 pm Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Tim Perkins officiating, burial will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery.

Visitation will be Monday evening from 5 pm until 8:30 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born January 24, 1906 to James (Noon) and Ella Pacadavore Wilson. She was a member of the Mt. Herman Church of Christ.

She is preceded in death by her parents James & Ella Wilson, 2 brothers, Buford Wilson adn Buren Wilson, 4 sisters, Earlena Murray, Eva Dale Wilson, Mae Choate, Bernice Danley.

She is survived by : Daughter, Juanita Spears of Center, Daughter & Son in law Geneva & Fairy Graves of Center, Son & Daughter in law, James Ray & Ann Mills of Wichita Falls, Tx. Son and Daughter in law, Carrol Dale & Rena Mills of Mountain Home, Idaho.

10 Grandchildren: Barbara Surette, Micheal Graves, Patricia Graves Orsak, Vernon Mills, Rockie Washburn, Alice Washburn Combs, Linda Mills Kennedy, Mark Mills, Paul Mills and John Mills.

12 Great Grandchildren; Jason Orsak, Kelli Orsak, Kipp Kennedy, Jeffery Spears, Travis Spears, Alexandra Graves, Forrest Graves, John Robert Mills, James William Mills, Devon Ray Mills, Angie Washburn French, Allison Hawkenberry.

Great Great Grandchildren: Zachary Spears, Justin Spears, Alicia French, Kristen Orsak, Justin Lee Hawkenberry.

Pallbearers will be: Micheal Graves, Mark Mills, Paul Mills, John Mills, Vernon Ray Mills, Jason Orsak.

Honorary Pallbearers: Persy Fuller, James Tomlinson, L.D. Eddins, E.J. Bridwell and Larry Choate.

Under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas.

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Zeno Fenley - age 76, of Center, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2006 at Nacogdoches Medical Center Hospital.

Services will be 11 am Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel, burial to follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery.

Visitation will be Tuesday, evening from 6 pm until 8 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born January 12, 1931 in San Augustine County. He is preceded in death by his Father, E.N. Fenley and Mother, Viola Bates and Sister, Thelma Hastings and Brother, B.J. Fenley.

He is survived by : Special Friend, Vastine Folsom & family of Center. Son, David Matthews of Centerville, Missouri, Daughter, Carolyn Trocko & husband, Mike of Conroe, Son, Eddie Lee Fenley & wife, Theresa of Conroe, Son, Lonnie Fenley & wife, Anita of Double Springs, Alabama, Daughter, Theresa Treece of Double Springs, Alabama, Daughter, Zona Jones & husband, Bobby of Conroe and Daughter, City Treece & husband Wayne of Logan, Alabama.

20 Grandchildren and 20 Great Grandchildren

3 Brothers: Elton & Ruth Fenley of Center, Johnny & Nelva Fenley of megargel, Texas, and Lamar & Francis Fenley of Gorman, Texas.

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John Thomas Brinson - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 78 year old, John Thomas Brinson, of Timpson. Services are tomorrow (Wednesday) afternoon at two o’clock at Taylor Funerals Home Chapel. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation is this (Tuesday) evening from six until eight o’clock.

Among Mr. Brinson’s survivors are his wife, Bobbie Anderson Brinson, of Timpson, son, Frank Brinson, of Timpson, and daughters, Pam Franklin, Cindy Brinson, and Carol Brinson, all three of Timpson.

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Bennie Dell Bell - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 72 year old, Mister Bennie Dell Bell, of Oregon, and formerly of Center. Services are this (Monday) morning at 11 o’clock at Community Funeral Home Chapel. Interment is in Mount Gillian Cemetery.

Among Mr. Bell’s survivors are two daughters, Sherry Shambry and Benita Andrews, both of Oregon, two sons, Larry Bell, Senior, and Dorian Dell, both of Oregon, one brother, Earsey Chester, of California, one sister, Talma Gormon, of California, and a local survivor, sister-in-law, Joyce McCoy, of Center.

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11/19/06

Kathryn Garrison McIver, 84, of Center, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2006. She was born January 10, 1922 in Garrison to S.F. Garrison and Verna Moore Garrison. Ms McIver was a member of the First Baptist Church in Center and a member of the Rachel Sunday School Class. She was a homemaker, mother and grandmother. Ms. McIver was a volunteer at the Shelby County Museum.

Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at Watson and Sons Chapel in Center with Rev. Carl Smith and Rev. Michael Hale officiating. Interment will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery in Garrison.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Alzhelmer's Association.

Pallbearers will be Brad Rushing, Kyle Bush, Kevin Bush, Neil King, David McIver III, Trey Garrison and Allen Garrison.

She is survived by:
Daughters: Martha McIver Rushing and husband Charles of Center.
Nancy McIver Bush and husband Bubba of Timpson.

Sons: David S. McIver Jr. and wife Mary Beth of Spring.
Garrison M. McIver and wife Sharon of St. Thomas, Virgin Islands

Grandchildren: Brad Rushing and wife Danielle of Houston, Kyle Bush and wife Carla of Center, Shanna Rushing King and husband Neil of Katy, Kevin Bush of Elkhart, Lauren McIver of Spring and David McIver III of Spring.

Great Grandchildren: Keaton, Kaylie, Morgan, Hunter, Riley, Holden and Daylan.

Sister in law: Jeanette Garrison of Garrison and Ada Garrison of Garrison.

Numerous other relatives. A host of friends.

Preceded in death by Husband, D.S. McIver, Brothers, Flem Garrison, Pat Garrison and Bill Garrison, Great Granddaughter, Kylie Bush.

Visitation will be held from 6 pm to 8 pm Monday, November 20, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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11/17/06

Sheldon Jay Sullivan, 46, of Center, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2006.

At the family's request, Mr. Sullivan will be cremated with a private burial to follow at Cedar Yard Cemetery.

Survivors Include: Daughter, Shellie Stickle & husband Samuel of Center. Father, Shirley Sullivan of Hemphill, Brother Shirley Jim Sullivan of Houston.
Preceded in death by mother, Johnnie Mae Folsom Sullivan.

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Alvie "Red" McDonald -86, of Shelbyville, passed away at his home on Friday, November 17, 2006. He was born July 13, 1920 in Grand Saline to Acie and Nellie Lee McDonald. Mr. McDonald was a member of East Hamilton Missionary Baptist Church. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge and served in the US Army Infantry Division during WWII.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Kenneth McCauley and Bro. Billy Windham officiating. Interment will follow at East Hamilton Cemetery in Shelby County.

He is survived by:

Wife, Bernice McDonald of Shelbyville

Daughters:

Ann Foster & husband Don of Ft. Worth

Shirley Tobey & husband Richard of Ft. Worth

6 Grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren, 2 Great Great Grandchildren

Brother, Raymond McDonald & wife July of Boyd, Texas

Sisters:

Nema Davis of Center

Dorthy Pipin of Center

Sisters-in-Law:

Laura McDonald of Center

Vi McDonald of Ft. Worth

Also of host of friends and relatives.

Preceded in death by:

Parents, Acie McDonald & Nellie Lee McDonald

Granddaughter, Carey Tobey

4 Brothers

****Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday, November 18, 2006 at Watson & Son Funeral Home in Center****

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11/16/06

Joe Ramar Carroll - 77, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, November 16, at a Nacogdoches hospital. He was born April 21, 1929 in Joaquin in Joaquin to Mack and Ethel Chldress Carroll. Mr. Carroll. Mr Carroll was a retired, self employed electican.

Graveside services will be held at 10 am, Friday, November 17, 2006 at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin with Bro. larry Harville officating.

He is survived by Brother, Doyle Carroll of Joaquin, Special Friend, Faye Ashley of Joaquin. Also numerous nieces & nephews.

Preceded in death by: Brother, Doyle Carroll of Joaquin, Parents, Mack Carroll and Ethel Childress Carroll and Brother, Felix Carroll.

Visitation will be held from 6 - 8 pm Thursday, November 16, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Harvey Thomas Curry - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 73 year old, Harvey Thomas Curry, of Timpson. Graveside services will be tomorrow (Friday) morning at 10 o’clock at Caledonia Cemetery in Rusk County.

Among Mr. Curry’s survivors are his wife, Ludy Curry, of Timpson, son, Mike Curry, of Bremond, and five sisters, Elsie Adams, of Houston, Doris Barrett, Ruby Henderson, and Georgia Beard, all three of Garrison, and Joyce Tidwell, of Henderson.

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Faye Randall Larry - McDuffie’s Mortuary announces services for Mrs. Faye Randall Larry. Services will be Saturday morning at 11 o’clock at Emanuel Church of God In Christ on Lockwood Drive in Houston. Interment will be Monday at Houston National Cemetery. A wake will be held tomorrow (Friday) evening from six until nine o’clock at Willie C. McDuffie Memorial Chapel in Houston.

Among Mrs. Larry’s survivors are her sister, La Vern Stotts, of Joaquin, and her brother, Junior Lee Williams, of Joaquin.

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Nicole Michele Bluford - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 21 year old, Nicole Michele Bluford, of Center. Services will be Saturday afternoon at one o’clock at Triumph Church in Center. Interment will be in Thompson Cemetery in Shelbyville.

Among Ms. Bluford’s survivors are her mother, Mamie Bluford, her biological mother, LaWanda Polley, her father, Willie Bluford, Junior, one son, Jamori Gardner, her sister, Tomeka Jones… all of Center, two brothers, Lakendrick Bluford, of Center, and ElTarus Bluford, of North Carolina, grandmother, Jennie V. Thompson, of Shelbyville, and grandfather, Curtis Polley, of Joaquin.

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11/14/06

Doris Ruth Ramsey, 86, of Stonewall, Louisiana, passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at her home. She was born March 8, 1920 in Center to Benjamin Franklin & Fannie Humphries Cox. Ms. Ramsey was a member of the Salem Baptist Church in Stonewall.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Stan McGee and Bro. Charles Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Antioch Cemetery in Center.

Pallbearers will be James Humphries, Chuck Rigby, Doug Blizard, Bobby Pugh, Bruce Koonce and Sammie Arnold.

Survivors include:

Son, Mart F. Thomas & wife Carolyn of Stonewall, Louisiana

Daughter, Sharon Blackmon & husband Randy of Athens

Granddaughters:
Tammy Wheless of Logansport
Sandy Reis of Austin
Sally Nowlin of Nacogdoches

Grandson:
Travis Thomas of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

4 Great Grandchildren

Also a host of friends.

Preceded in death by
Husband, James Martell Thomas
Husband, Claude Rushing Ramsey

****Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center****

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Lee Andrew Swindle - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 85 year old, Lee Andrew Swindle, of the New Harmony Community. Services will be Thursday afternoon at one o’clock at Triumph Strong. Interment will be in Bennett Chapel Cemetery.
Among Mr. Swindle’s survivors are two daughters, Earsie B. Cooper, of Tyler, and Lula Mae Swindle, of Shelbyville, two sons, Arthur and Luther Swindle, both of Tenaha, three brothers, Ranzie and Willie Swindle, both of Shelbyville, and W. M. Swindle, of Houston, and two sisters, Pinkie Akinson and Jane Ann Land, both of Shelbyville.

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Rosa Mildred Roberson, age 78 years, of Tenaha passed away Monday, November 13, 2006 in Carthage. She was born January 21, 1928 in Tenaha to Marvin Newton and Rosa Lee McDaniel Womack. Mrs. Roberson retired from Tenaha ISD as the elementary secretary. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Tenaha and the Ladies' Five Sunday School class. Mrs. Roberson was also a member of the Ladies' Sewing Group and Son Shiners Singing Group.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Thursday, November 16, 2006 at First Baptist Church in Tenaha with Rev. Russ Atwood and Billy McDaniel officiating. Interment will follow at Old Union Cemetery in Tenaha.

Pallbearers will be Lee Baker, Phil Walker, Ben Dial, Billy McDaniel, Timothy Roberson and Tracy Collins.

Survivors include:
Husband, C.M. "Chuck" Roberson of Tenaha
Daughter, Jan Dial and husband Don of Tenaha
Daughter, Cristie Baker and husband Tommy of Tenaha
Son, Charles "Chip" Roberson and wife Kelly of Tenaha
Grandchildren, Beth McDaniel & husband Billy, Jamie Walker & husband Phil, Ben Dial & wife Kelly, Adrean Roberson, timothy Roberson & fiance Nicole.
Great Grandchildren, Ashlee Ray, Hunter Collins, Gracie Baker, Chesney Baker, John Mark McDaniel and Ford McDaniel.

Preceded in death by: Parents, Marvin Newton Womack & Rosa Lee McDaniel Womack, 2 Brothers,Byron Womack & Joe Dan Womack. 2 Sisters, Marie Harrison & Ruby Sue Womack.

Visitation will be held from 5 pm to * pm on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Ruie Owen - age 77, of Jefferson, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2006 at Pine Grove Nursing Home in Center. She was born January 28, 1929 in Cass County and was a member of the Shiloh Methodist Church.

Services will be 2 pm Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at Shiloh Methodist Church in Jefferson, Texas with Bro James Knight officiating with burial to follow at Shiloh Cemetery in Jefferson.

Visitation will be 6 pm to 8 pm Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home.

Survivors include: Husband, George Owen of Jefferson. 3 Daughters and 2 Son in laws, Annie and Billy Pilley of Logansport, Georgia Pate of Jefferson, Lou and Frank Magana of Jefferson. Sister, Merle Smith of Jefferson.

8 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a son, George "Hot Rod" Owen.

Submitted by Watson & Sons Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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Ronnie Jackson, age 48, of Orange passed away Mondy, November 13, 2006 in Orange. He was born January 29, 1958 in Center, Texas to Belton Jackson and Clarice Risinger Jackson. Mr. Jackson was a pipefitter forefor MEI Construction. He loved to hunt and fish.

Funeral services will be held at 10 am Thursday, November 16, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center. Interment to follow in the Patroon Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Bill Windham, Harley Brown, Donnie Parker, Bubba Meaux, and Daniel Aytes.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Randall Reese and Bobby Burns.

Survivors Include: Wife, Lisa Jackson of Orange

Sons, Dusty Jackson and wife Macey of Orange, Blake Jackson of Orange, and Jody Jackson of Orange.

Granddaughter, Lilly Jackson of Orange. Grandson- in- heart, Caleb Pickering.

Mother, Clarice Jackson of Center.

Brothers, Richard Jackson, Larry Jackson, Ray Jackson, Glenn Jackson, Johnny Stanley Jackson all of Center and Jeffery Jackson of Beeville.

Sister, Mariena Hannah of Center.

Preceded in death by father, Belton Jackson.

Visitation will be held fro 6 pm to 8 pm Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at Waton & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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11/13/06

Barbara Bates Henry, 66, of Center, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2006 at a Nacogdoches hospital. She was born November 17, 1939 in Portales, New Mexico to Jesse Ray and Eula Pearl Bethel. Ms. Henry was a personnel & insurance clerk for Tyson & Holly Farms for over 20 years.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Pat Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Center.

Pallbearers will be David Adams, E.J. Whitton, James Whitton, Douglas Jackson, Tony Willoughby & Tony Powdrill.

Survivors include:

Son, David Whitton of Center

Grandson, Jesse Whitton of Center

Stepdaughter, Barbara Ceal & husband Kenneth of Center

Niece, Pat Self of Cement, Oklahoma

****Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center****

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Iva Mae Andrews - 91 of Center, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2006 at a Nacogdoches hospital. She was born November 8, 1915 in Center to Arnett and Jessie Reynolds Ogden. Ms. Andrews was retired from the Center ISD school cafeteria and a member of the First Baptist Church of Center.

Funeral services be held at 2 pm on Tuesday, November 13, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Michael hale officiating. Interment will follow at North Jericho Cemetery in Center.

Pallbearers will be Cade Yarbrough, Nathan Yarbrough, Charles Barr,. Blake Barr and Joseph Andres.

She is survived by: Daughter: Jean Lawson & husband Billy of Center. Son: Randy Andrews of Center.

Granddaughters: Debra Yarbrough and husband Bruce of Center, Luciana Barr and husband Charles of Center and Sherry Lawson of Nacogdoches.

Grandson: Joseph Andrews of Center.

Great Grandchildren: Cade Yarbrough & wife Traci, Nathan Yarbrough and Blake Barr.

Great Great Grandchildren: Cole Yarbrough, and Mallory Yarbrough.

Preceded in death by: Husband, James J. Andrews, Son, James"Bud" Andrews, Great Grandson, Brent Barr, 3 Sisters and 2 Brothers.

Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm Monday, November 13, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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11/12/06

David Sims, 55, of Center, passed away Saturday, November 11, 2006 at a Nacogdoches hospital. He was born April 20, 1951 in Center to Travis Lamar and Clara Odell Meyers Sims.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Pat Windham and Rev. Chuck Norton officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Center.

Pallbearers will be Jeb Shofner, Duane Lout, Roger Sowell, K.C. Metcalf, Charles Ray Metcalf & Tim Murphy.

Honorary pallbearer will be Harold Bloodgood.

He is survived by:

Wife, Lisa Sims of Center

Daughters:

Valerie Robertson of Shreveport

Christy Lunsford & husband E.J. of Center

Son:

Kevin Sims & wife Rhonda of Center

Grandchildren:

Payton, Dawson, Marshall, Skylar, Sierra & Savannah

Mother, Odell Sims of Shelbyville

Brothers:

Rickey Sims & & wife Bonnie of Shelbyville

Danny Sims & wife Chris of Nacogdoches

Jeffery Sims & wife Yvette of Shelbyville

Sister, Laurie Sepulvado of Carthage

Preceded in death by father, Travis Lamar Sims

****Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Monday, November 13, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center****

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11/11/06

Georgia “Pauline” Hopkins Jacobs 79, of Waskom, passed away Friday November 10, 2006 in Shreveport, LA at Heritage Manor South Nursing Home.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday November 13, 2006 at First Baptist Church Waskom with Pastor Leland Crawford officiating. Burial will follow at Old Union Cemetery in Tenaha.

Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Sunday November 12, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Center, TX.

She was born October 5, 1927 in Center, TX to George and Ruby Counts Hopkins. She was member of First Baptist Church Waskom.

She is preceded in death by:

Her parents George and Ruby Hopkins, husband James W. Jacobs and one sister Mildred Bolden

She is survived by:
3 sons:
William Ray Jacobs of Huntsville
Stephen Edward Jacobs & wife Deborah of Shreveport, LA
George H. Jacobs & wife Lorna of Shreveport, LA
Daughter:
Sylvie Ouida Williams & husband Mike of Waskom
Grandchildren:
Paula Josette Hays, Michele Lynn King & husband Todd, Michael Shane Williams, Stephanie Jeanne Jordan & husband Craig, Sara Jane Jacobs, Deanna Joy Barnes & husband Chris, Lindsey K. Jacobs, April Jacobs, Colton Jacobs
2 Great Grandchildren:
Tucker Joy King and Joseph Hays
Brother:
Wayne Hopkins & wife Wanda of Center

Pallbearers: William Hopkins, Jim Jacobs Jr., Tim Jacobs, Dewayne Jacobs, Edgar Wilson, and Billy Mac Wilson

****Special Thank you to the Staff of Heritage Manor South Nursing Home & a special thank you to Diane “Mama” Parker, also thank you to Life Path Hospice and her Sunday School Class at First Baptist Church of Waskom. If you would like to make a donation please do so to First Baptist Church of Waskom Building Fund, 185 Colquitt St., Waskom, Tx 75692

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

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Alfred Harold Doster - Harold Doster 81, of Nacogdoches formerly of Center, passed away Thursday November 9, 2006 at Nacogdoches Medical Center.

Services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday November 12, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Eldon Doster officiating, burial will follow at Newburn Cemetery.

Visitation will be Saturday November 11, 2006 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Tx

He was born December 28, 1924 in Shelby County to Obie and Ethel Wicker Doster. He graduated from Center High School. He served in the US Airforce during WWII. He worked for Southwestern Bell clearing right of ways. He was an Accountant in Houston and in Nacogdoches for many years. He also taught at the business college in Nacogdoches.

He is preceded in death by:
His parents, Obie and Ethel Doster and one brother, Herschel Doster

He is survived by:

2 Sons:
Randy Doster & wife Anita of Nacogdoches
Alan Doster of Spring

2 Daughters:

Jan Krenek & husband Jack of Nacogdoches
Lisa Sands & Sheldon Blanton of Nacogdoches

5 Grandchildren:

James Krenek, Tonya Harrison, Shae Sands, Haley Sands, & Joseph Doster

2 Great Grandchildren:

Kyle Krenek and Maegan Harrison

2 Brothers:
Elmon Doster of Houston
Eldon Doster & wife Brenda of Center

Numerous Nieces & Nephews
Pallbearers: Chris Harrison, Sheldon Blanton, Gilbert Hafercamp, Johnny Shivers, Randy Doster and Alan Doster

Mangum Funeral Home Center, TX

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11/10/06

Donald G. Bryant - Watson and Sons Funeral Home announces pending services for 49 year old, Donald G. Bryant, of Center.

Among Mr. Bryant’s survivors is a brother, Kenneth Bryant, of Bonham.

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Ralph Buckner - 80, of Joaquin, passed away November 9, 2006. He was born December 3, 1925 in Haslam, Texas to WIll and Dosia Buckner. Mr. Buckner was a member of the Joaquin Masonic Lodge 856 and was a past Worshipful Master. He was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Joaquin and served in the US Army during World War II. Mr. Buckner was a retired operator for Duke Energy.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Sunday, November 12, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas with Rev. Elmer Mathews officiating. Interment will follow at Johnson Cemetery in Joaquin.

Pallbearers will be the Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department and the Joaquin Masonic Lodge 856.

Survivors include: Wife, Avis Buckner of Joaquin. Daughter, Martha Buckner of Houston.

The family wants to give special thanks to Kay, Connie and the other carrying staff at Pine Grove Nursing Center.

Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Nancy Kay Craig - of Mesquite, born in Dallas, Texas, January 1, 1943 passed away November 9, 2006. Nancy loved planting and working in her flower beds. She also loved tracing back ancestors of her family. She loved family get-togethers and planning family reunions.

Preceded in death by Parents, Robert & Oleta Brick.

Survived by Husband, Wayne Craig, Son, Scott Craig & wife, Karen, Daughter, Sheryl Basco & husband Paul, Daughter Sharla Craig.
Grandchildren, Ashley Brown, Audrey Brown, Stephanie Basco, Cameron Basco, Amanda Craig, Tanner Knight,
Brother, Bobby & wife, Blanche.

Service will be 2 pm Monday, November 13, 2006 at New Hope Funeral Home Chapel.

Family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday afternoon from 4 pm - 6 pm

For more information go to www.newhopefh.com

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11/06/06

Melvie Ballard - Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 64 year old, Melvie Ballard, of Nacogdoches formerly of Tenaha. Services will be this (Monday) morning at 11 o’clock at First Baptist Church of Tenaha. Burial will follow at Restland Cemetery in Tenaha.

Among Ms. Ballard’s survivors are her son, Craig Ballard, of Kentucky, three daughters, Deanna Lazarine, LaDonna Ballard, and Kelly Ballard, all three of Nacogdoches, and six sisters, Faye McCormick, of Carthage, Margaret Keener, of Rodessa, Louisiana, Viola Martinez, of Bonwier, Opal Hunt of Carthage, Maxine Strickland, of Lockney, and Dorothy Neff, of Floydada.

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11/05/06

Ronnie Wagstaff, age 56, of Elkhart formerly of Center passed away Sunday, November 5, 2006. Military Graveside services with the National Honor Guard from Ft. Hood will be Thursday, November 9, 2006, at 11 o’clock at Oaklawn Memorial Park with Bro. Lee Powers officiating. Visitation will be tomorrow (Wednesday) evening from six until eight o’clock at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born September 9, 1950 in Center, Texas to parents Austin Oran Wagstaff and Melva Jean Sanders Wagstaff. He served during the Vietnam War. He was of the Church of Christ faith. He was preceded in death by his father, Austin Wagstaff.

Amoung his survivors are: are his wife, Janet Wagstaff, of Elkhart, two sons, Jay Austin Wagstaff, of Elkhart, and Ronnie Oran Wagstaff, Junior, and wife Judy of Lake Charles, one daughter, Cheryl Darden, of Elkhart, his mother, Jean Wagstaff, of Center, and his sister, Peggy Dowdy and husband, Ernie of Tyler. Grandchildren: Austin Wagstaff, Colton Darden, Lauren Darden, Meaghan Warren, David Lee Warren, Jon Jarod Hunt and Hillary Anne Weech.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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Mattie Mae (Pat) Richardson, 72, of Joaquin passed away November 3, 2006 at her residence. She was born December 2, 1933 in Hampton, Arkansas to Johnny Neal Smalley and Daisey Maud Allen Smalley. Mrs. Richardson was a retired beautician, a homemaker, mother and grandmother. She was of the Baptist faith. A Memorial service will be held at 11 am on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro. Rev. Gordon Vaughn officiating.

Memorials may be made to Texas Hospice in Longview.

Survivors include:
Husband of 36 years, Johnny Ray Richardson of Joaquin. Daughters, Vickie Faulkner of Camden, Arkansas, Johnnie Virginia Sharp of Joaquin, Theresa Gail Beard of Camden, Arkansas. Brother, Jack Smalley of Ingleside. Sister, Charlotte Bramblett of Vicksburg, Mississippi.

Seven Grandchildren, Thirteen Great Grandchildren.

One Canine Companion, "Bubba".

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June Price, age 66, of Center passed away Friday, November 3, 2006 in a Dallas hospital.

Visitation will be Monday evening from 5 pm until 7 pm at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas then her body will be transferred to Meridian. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6 pm until 8 pm at Lawson Funeral Home in Meridian, Texas.

Funeral Services will be 10 am, Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel in Meridian, Texas. Burial will follow at Morgan Cemetery in Morgan, Texas. She was born May 31, 1940 in Bosque County to Parents, Leslie T. and Zola Mae McKown Webb who have preceded in her in death. She is also preceded in death by her daughter Lisa Mitchell.

She is survived by: Husband, James Ray Price of Center, Texas, Son, Leslie Ratliff of Clifton, Texas. 2 Granddaughters, Megan and Tara Mitchell, Brothers and Sisters, Billy Webb and wife Velma of Morgan, Johnny Webb and wife Nancy of Utopia, Jeanie Davidson of Irving, Thermon Webb and wife Lela of Morgan. Numerous Nieces and Nephews, 2 Step Daughters, Tina Fregia and husband, James of LaPorte, Donna McOmber of La Porte.

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Donald McGuffin Sr., 79, of Center passed away Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Shelby Regional Medical Center. Military Graveside Service will be held Monday, November 6, 2006 at 4 pm under the directions of VFW Post #8904 at Woods Post Office Cemetery, Tenaha with Bro. Jody Hooper officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, November 5, 2006 from 4 pm until 6 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born January 12, 1927 to Martin Luther and Lottie Burris McGuffin. He worked for Houston Electric Power Co. as an Electrical Design Consultant. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946.

He is preceded in death by parents Martin and Lottie McGuffin and wife, Joyce McGuffin.

He is survived by: Son, Don McGuffin and wife, Tina of Carthage, Brother, Lyle McGuffin and wife Colleen of Kerrville. Numerous Nieces and Nephews.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas .

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11/04/06

Tolbert Foster - Tolbert Foster, longtime Center resident, passed away Friday, November 3rd after a short battle with cancer.

Funeral services will be held at 2 PM, Sunday, November 5, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Greg Megill officiating. Interment will follow in the Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Scott Massey, Mike Walker, Bubba Parker, John Lee Pigg, John Black, and Neilson Davis. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bill Boyd, F.E. Parker, W.I. Davis, Gail Cuculic, James Campbell, John Mobley, Dr. Earl Grant, Billy Bob Thomason, Rhett Stone and Billy Bob McAdams.

Born May 30, 1929 of Tom Foster and Ruth Smith Kindle, he is survived by his mother, Ruth Smith Kindle of Austin, wife Betty of Center, daughter and son in law Bonnie and Bob Walker of Austin, sons, Tolbert L. "Buster" of Arlington, James Robert of Corpus Christi and grandsons Clayton Foster Walker of Chicago, Illinois and Mason David Walker of Austin.

With his father, Tom, Foster headed Center Broadcasting Company, which operated KDET AM and KLCR FM radio and later built the existing cable television system in Center.

Beyond operating radio stations in East Texas, Foster operated radio and television stations in California, Arizona, New Mexico, and all parts of Texas including the franchising and management of the KVUE Channel 24 TV in Austin, Texas.

In Addition to his communication and broadcast experience, Foster was involved in ranching, auto dealerships, on the board of directors of several financial institutions and most recently, very active in the local real estate and timber production industry.

One of his legacies to the town of Center is being a co-founder and co-designer of the golf course and the Center Country Club.

He served his country as a member of the United States Naval Reserves and was also a proud member of the Shreveport Club, the Headliners and the Ex Student's Association of the University of Texas.

He traveled extensively. Most notably three African safaris and the many trips to major golf championships including several to the Masters in Augusta, Georgia.

The family wishes that memorial gifts be made to the Life Care Hospice, 320 North Street, Nacogdoches, Texas 75961 or in the name of Tolbert Foster to any charity of choice.

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11/01/06

Nera Elda (Nelda) Blankenship/Williams - was born Jan. 27, 1912 in the Joaquin Community. She attended Joaquin School, graduating in 1929. Graveside services will be held at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin at 2:00 pm on Friday, November 3, 2006 with Bro. Mike Cross officiating. Services will be under the direction of Charles W. Smith & Sons Funeral Home in Sachse, Texas.
She married C.H. (Harvey) Williams Mar. 1, 1930 and they had one son, Johnny Glynn, and one baby daughter, Mona Jean, who died shortly after birth. In the 40’s they moved to Houston, Texas where he found employment with Humble Oil and Refining and sub-sequent moved to Baytown, Tx., where they resided until his death, Dec. 20, 1990. In 1991, she moved to Crowley, Tx. to be near her son and daughter-in-law. She was a resident there until her son passed away Mar. 6, 2004. She then moved to Sachse, Tx. to live with her grandson, Danny and his wife Billie living there until her death.

Her family will always remember her as “Mom” who loved to cook, go camping, fishing, as well as loving to sew and crochet and knit. She especially liked to travel in their travel trailer with their friends as well as family visiting Colorado and Utah most every summer. She loved gardening and planting flowers telling everyone, she “liked playing in the dirt.”

She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Madge, of Sachse, Tx., 3 grandsons, David and he wife, Debbie of Austin, Tx., Danny and his wife, Billie of Sachse, Tx., Dwight and his wife, Arleen of West Valley City, Ut. And 1 grand-daughter, D’Ann Johnson and her husband, Chris of West Valley City, Ut. 7 great-grand-daughters, 2 great-grandsons and 2 great-great grandsons, and 1 great-great grand-daughter.

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Ida Mae Dixon - Hicks Mortuary announces pending services for 72 year old, Mrs. Ida Mae Dixon, of Center

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09/30/06

Joy Hooper Jackson, age 85, of Joaquin passed away Friday, September 29, 2006 at Nacogdoches Medical Center Hospital.

Graveside Service will be 2 pm Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin with Bro. Benny Chambless officiating.
Visitation will be Tuesday from Noon until 9 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born December 14, 1920 in Shelby County, Texas to parents Arthur & Bertha Golding Hooper. She was a homemaker and she was a member of the Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall in Joaquin.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Julius Jackson, son, Bruce Jackson, sister, Vivian Eakin Phillips.

She is survived by
Daughter, Julie Jackson Lusby & husband Morgan of Houston.

Sons: Ronnie Jackson & wife Barbara of Gladewater, Roland Jackson & wife Wendy of Conroe.

Brothers: Arnold Hooper & wife Sue of Joaquin, Edward Hooper & wife Mildred of Montgomery, Arron Hooper of Montgomery.

Grandchildren: Joy Holland of Houston, Julie Holland of San Fancisco, Ca., Arthur Lusby, IV of Houston, Veressa Joy Jackson of Joaquin, Ronny Jackson of Gladewater, Karina Engert of New Orleans, La., Anna Sides of Virginia, Bill Jackson of Conroe and Becky Jackson of Houston.

3 Great Grandchildren: Jordon Baker, Tori Baker and Ashley Engert.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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09/28/06

Anna Lea Johnson, age 88 of Center passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2006 at her home in Center.

Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, September 30, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Randy Smith and Rev. Greg Magil officiating, burial will follow at Short Cemetery here in Center.

Visitation will be on Thursday, from 5 pm until 8 pm and again on Friday, the family will be here at 6 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born June 24, 1918 in Port Arthur, Texas to parents Mr. & Mrs. Dallas Paul Oliver, Sr. She and her husband owned and operated Johnson's Radio and Electric and Radio Shack here in Center for 50 years. She was a member of the Short Methodist Church where she was the Secretary and Treasurer for 31 years. She was a 30 year member of the Center Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 348.

She is survived by: Daughter and Son-in-law: Alda Faye & Daniel Yarbrough of Center. Son & Daughter-in-law: Shelby County Sheriff Newton Johnson Jr. & wife Tanya of Joaquin. Grandchildren: Darla Breaux of Nashville, TN., Janet Hughes & husband Edward of Idaho Fall, Idaho. Steven Carter of Hoxie, Kansas, Dawn Barnes & husband, Trey of Carthage, Amy Williams of Center. Meredith Johnston & husband, Daniel of Lubbock, Joey Latham of Nashville, TN. Wendy Grafton of Joaquin, Marc Johnson of Port Arthur.

10 Great Grandchildren:
Brothers & Sisters: Dallas Paul Oliver Jr. & wife, Amy of Port Arthur, Marion Oliver & wife, Audrey of Pineland, Vernon S. Oliver & wife Eugenia of Port Arthur,Marie Woods & husband, Earl of Pineland, Lilly Ledford & husband, Jim R. of Port Arthur,Shirley Wallace & husband, Eugene of Illinois.
Brother-in-law, Drew Johnson of Austin.

Pallbearers: Rocky Curry, Daniel Yarbrough, James Hagler, Mark Tidwell, Jerry Green, John Green.

Honorary Pallbearers: Paul Ross, Odis Tidwell, J.W. Braden, Tommy Murphy, Wayne "Hickey Christian & Jimmy Hughes.

Pallbearers: Rocky Curry, Daniel Yarbrough, James Hagler, Mark Tidwell, Jerry Green, John Green.

Honorary Pallbearers: Paul Ross, Odis Tidwell, J.W. Braden, Tommy Murphy, Wayne "Hickey Christian & Jimmy Hughes.

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09/24/06

Billy Michael "Bill" Watson, age 61, owner of Mangum Funeral Home, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2006 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.

Services will be 2 pm, Tuesday, September 26, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Carl Smith & Bro. Ronnie Wheeler officiating, Eulogy by Niece, Brandi McDonald Sikes. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Visitation will be Monday evening after 4 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

Bill was born December 23, 1944 in Center, Texas to Parents, Robert Earl & Mittie B. Cassell Watson. He graduated from Center High School in 1963. He obtained his Professional Funeral Director & Embalming License in 1965 from The Commonwealth College of Sciences in Houston, Texas. He worked at Mangum Funeral Home for his father Robert Earl Watson and Mr. Gene "Pete" Haley for many years. He became sole owner of Mangum Funeral Home, the "family business" in 1997, which he currently owned and operated with his daughters.

He married Katha Stephens, his high school "Sweetheart" on June 5, 1965. They had 36 wonderful years together. They had two daughters, Yondi & Yanci.

He leaves a rich heritage of family who will continue the family business. "Mangum Funeral Home", and will miss their "Daddy" and "Papaw". They can only hope that they can partially "fill his shoes" in making Shelby County a better place in which to live.

Bill devoted 41 years to serving the needs of bereaved families in Shelby County. He was a deacon in the First Baptist Church, a mason and a shriner. He was a licensed pilot and loved flying. He loved antiques and old cars. He loved garage sales and flea markets and believed that if WD-40 couldn't fix it, nothing could.

He is survived by a loving family:

Daughter, Yondi Watson of Center
Daughter & Son-in-law, Yanci & Ron Hendricks of Huxley.
5 Grandchildren: Jade, Jordon & Jerrod Nutt of Center and Sarah & Hunter Hendricks of Huxley.
Brother & Sister-in-law: Bobby & Kay Watson of Center.
Uncle & Aunts: Floyd A. "Dock" & Fannie Watson of Tenaha and Jo Ed Watson of Center.
Mother in-law: Murel Thomason of Center.
Sister-in-law & Brother -in-law: Betsy & Dan McDonald of Sugarland.

7 Nieces and 1 Nephew, Angela McDonald, Barbara Walton, Scott Watson, Rose Fuller, Carol Frame, Mary Kenderdine, Brandi Sikes and Ashley McDonald.

Numerous Cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert Earl & Mittie B. Cassell Watson, Wife of 36 years Katha Stephens Watson, Sister and Brother-in-law, Anita Watson Nichols and W.H. "Hookey" Nichols.

Pallbearers: Ron Hendricks, Dan McDonald, Larry Bourg, Floyd A. "Dock" Watson, Roy Edward Noble, Johnny Porter, Terry Walton, Claud Lucas, Joe Anderson, Tom Reader & Pat Cameron.

Honorary Pallbearers: Wayne Mays, Scotty Fleming, Jack Yates, Donell Parker, Carlos Menodza, Don Lipsey, Cody Walker, Dr. Joe B. Hooker, Morgan Harris and Jerrod Holloway.

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Lola Bell Choate - A graveside service for Lola Bell Choate, 102, of Dickerson will be 2 pm Sunday at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center with Bro. Billy Freeman officiating, under the direction of Farmer Funeral Home of Silsbee. Visitation will begin at 5 pm Saturday at Farmer Funeral Home.

Mrs. Choate died September 20, 2006 at Mainland Medical Center in Texas City.

Mrs. Choate was a native of Center and a longtime resident of Silsbee before moving to Dickerson several years ago. She retired from Silsbee ISD where she worked in the cafeteria for many years.

Survivors include her son Rufus Choate and wife Alma of Alvin, daughter Pauline Alexander of Dickerson, grandchildren, Tim and Lisa Alexander, David and Yasmin Choate, Robert and Janet Choate, Wade Choate and Susan and Phillip Russell. Great Grandchildren, Sndy and Rene Bryson, Kimberly and Donnie Jacobs, Brady and Dylan Alexander, Geneva, Danielle, Samantha, McKenzie, Amanda, Cassandra, Daniel and Redd Choate. Chaz Clemmons, Andrew, Daisy and Yasmin Russell, Great Grandchildren, Chris and Kyle Bryson and Alexis and Natalie Jacobs and Great, Great, Great Grandchild Shariyana Bryson.

Rev. Eddie Land, pastor of St. John Baptist Church Center, TX passed on September 20th, 2006 Memorial Services will be held Sunday, September 24, 2006 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm At Bethlehem Baptist Church Hwy 777 Jasper, TX Funeral Services will be held Monday, September 25, 2006 at 11:00 am Lone Star District Association Hwy 190 West Jasper, TX

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09/20/06

John Lawson, 81, of Shelbyville, passed away September 19, 2006 at San Augustine Medical Center. Services will be held Friday, September 22, 2006 at Patroon Baptist Church at 11 am with Bro. Welton Blackmon officiating. Burial will follow at Liberty Hill Gardens. Visitation will be Thursday, September 21, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home from 4 until 6 pm.

He was born on April 20, 1925 to John Mitchell Lawson Sr. and Rosa Lee Jeter Lawson. He was a Engineer for KCS Railroad for many years. He was a member of Patroon Baptist Church.

He is preceded indeath by his mother Rosa Lee Mason & spouse Carl James Mason, father, John Mitchell Lawson Sr. and spouse Momma Rosa, on brother Elmo Young Lawson, one half brother George H. Lawson and one half sister Betty Clark.

He is survived by: Wife of 24 years, Peggy McShan Lawson, 3 Daughters, Susan Page and husband Ronald of Nederland, Tx. Elizabeth Oliver and husband Jerry of Beasley, Tx. Patricia Swaby and husband Richard of Deer Park, Tx. Grandchildren: Tabitha Mowies and husband Kevin of Spring, Tx. Shawna Page and Stefanie Page of Nederland, Tx. Charli Lachney of La Porte, Tx. Meagan and Chase Oliver of Beasley, Tx. Great Grandchildren: Jared and Jacoby Mowies of Spring, Tx. Kalie Lachney of La Porte, Tx. Sisters Naomi (Bobbie) Perry and Sadie Natusch of Houston, Tx. Numerous Niece and Nephews and In Laws from England. Church Family and a host of other friends.

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Maudine Hughes Hopkins, 78, of Center, passed away Monday, September 18, 2006. She was born February 5, 1928 in Shelby County to Thomas Clinton Hughes and Ellie Irene Carter Hughes. Ms. Hopkins was a member of the First Baptist Church and also a 50 year member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am on Thursday, September 21, 2006 at the First Baptist Church in Center with Rev. Michael Hale, Rev. Carl Smith and Bro. Henry Hughes officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Pallbearers will be Jonathan Hopkins, Timothy Hopkins, Benjamin Hopkins, Keith McSwain, Charles Paul Hughes & Larry Ballard.

Honorary Pallbearers will be the Deacons of the First Baptist Church and J.W. Adams.

Survivors include:

Husband of 60 years, James Granvel Hopkins of Center

Sons:

Guy Hopkins & wife Linda of Morrow, Georgia

Teddy Hopkins & wife Becky of Center

Grandchildren:

Jonathon Hopkins of Dallas

Timothy Hopkins & wife Jessica of Dallas

Benjamin Hopkins of Morrow, Georgia

Rachael Hopkins of Morrow, Georgia

Rebekah Frederick & wife Mike of Jonesboro, Georgia

Great Grandchildren:

Jayda Hopkins of Dallas

Genevieve Hopkins of Jonesboro, Georgia

Brothers:

Tom Hughes of Monahans

Henry Hughes & wife Peggy of Center

David Hughes & wife Cathy of Center

Preceded in death by:

Parents, Thomas & Ellie Hughes

Brothers, Orland, Ted, John, Bill, Jack & Carter

Memorials can be made to the Carroll Cemetery Fund.

****Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas

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James Henry Pate -89 year old, of Center passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Services will be Saturday morning September 23, 2006 at 11 o’clock at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Carl Smith officiating, burial will follow at Mount Olive Cemetery. Visitation will be tomorrow (Friday) from noon until nine p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born on August 5, 1917 in Sealy , Texas to parents, James H. Pate Sr. & Vallie Bell Webb Pate. He is retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. He was a member of First Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by: His parents James H Pate Sr. & Vallie Bell Webb Pate. Wife of 51 years and Mother of his children, Mildred Berwick Pate. And wife of 18 years, Zelma Palmer Lacy Pate, 2 Sons, L. Bruce Pate & William E. Pate. Brother, Preston H. Pate.

His surviving relatives include: 1 Daughter, Sheron Outlaw & husband David of Spring Branch, Tx. 3 Step Daughters, Nancy Warr & husband, Bobby of Center, Linda Reinhart & husband, David of Columbus, Ohio.and Janis Compton & husband, Jeep of Lufkin. 1 Step son, Dr. Joe Neal Lacy & wife, Jane Ann of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. 7 Grandchildren, Lee Pate Fischer & husband, Bill of Sna Antonio, Jeremy B. Pate & wife Phyllis of Austin, Blake Outlaw & wife Audra of Austin. Carter Outlaw of San Antonio, Joseph Outlaw of Spring Branch, Molly Outlaw of Austin and Whit Outlaw of Austin. 3 Great Grandchildren, Megan & Trey Fischer of San Antonio and Gage Outlaw of Austin. 9 Step Grandchildren, Tracy & Reese Doggett of Houston, Wesley Allen Warr & wife Lisa of Santa Fe, Angie & Scott Shoemaker of Columbus, OH., Alan St. Clair of Chattanooga, TN., Brad & Melanie Hughes of Joaquin, Brent Hughes of Houston, Wilke, Grey, & Anna Lacy of Chapel Hill, NC. 10 Step Great Grandchildren, Justin & Erin Doggett, Jacob, Joshua & Jordan Shoemaker, Haley & Amber Warr, Brock & Mason Hughes, Grant Hughes. 1 Brother in law, Delbert Palmer & wife Dorothy of Center,

Pallbearers: Blake Outlaw, Carter Outlaw, Joey Outlaw, Whit Outlaw, Jeremy Pate, Brad Hughes, & Brent Hughes.

Visitation from 12 Noon Friday to 9 ppm Family will be at funeral home from 5 pm until 9 pm

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas.

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09/19/06

Jane Pridgen, 74, of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2006. She was born December 30, 1931 in Joaquin to E.C. Oates and Geneva Spurlock Oates. Mrs. Pridgen was a member of the First Baptist Church in Joaquin.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Paul Silvey officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Survivors include:

Husband, Bill Pridgen of Joaquin

Daughters:

Cathy Jordan & husband Vance of Joaquin

Donna Hudson & husband Doug of Nacogdoches

Bet Kirkland & husband Don of Ovilla

Grandchildren:

Kim Holt & husband Kevin of Glendive, Montana

Jason Jordan of Ft. Worth

Shelly Jordan of Whitehouse

Jana Nicole Kirkland of Ovilla

Troy Hudson of Nacogdoches

4 Great Grandchildren

Sisters:

Alpha Holcomb of Joaquin

Doris Gunter of Tenaha

Preceded in death by:

Parents, E.C. Oates and Geneva Spurlock Oates

Sisters, Euthalia McCann, Etheline McMahon, Monie Martin & Melba Henderson

****Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, September 19, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center****

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Grover M. Russell, Sr., of Center, passed away Monday, September 19, 2006. He was born October 28, 1924 in Texarkana, Arkansas to John Russell and Pearl Russell. Mr. Russell enjoyed fishing & his grandchildren. He was of the Baptist faith.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, September 21, 2006 at The Garden of Memories in Minden, Louisiana.

Survivors include:

Wife, Lorene Russell of Minden

Son, Grover Russell, Jr. & wife Sue of Center

Granddaughter, Meredith Russell Bright & husband Sean of Austin

Grandson, Matthew Stephen Russell of Austin

****Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center****

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Claudia Cordray, 93, of Port Arthur, passed away Monday, September 18, 2006. She was born November 26, 1912 in San Augustine County, the youngest of seven children, to William P. Harkness and Mary Anna Askew Harkness. Ms. Cordray graduated in May 1931 in the first class of Shelbyville High School. In 1933 she married Willie Cordray, who preceded her in death. Claudia was a member of the First Methodist Church of Shelbyville where she taught Sunday school and sang in the church choir. During WWII she worked in the Shelbyville cafeteria/candy shop where she loved the interaction with the students. She later worked at John. C. Rogers Drug Store and Sears, from which she retired as a manager. Ms. Cordray and her late husband were pioneers in the broiler industry. Upon his death, she moved to Port Arthur to be near her children. She joined the First Baptist Church of Nederland where she made many friends, and she loved having the young people visit her.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, September 21, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Vance Green officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be Ms. Cordray’s Grandsons and Great Grandsons.

Survivors include:

Daughter, JoAn Byrd & husband James of Port Arthur

Son, Aubrey Cordray & wife Pam of Newton

Grandchildren:

James & Linda Byrd

Sherle & Jay Ward

Richard Cordray

Rachel Slaughter

Great Grandchildren:

Will, Sarah & Daniel Byrd

Tobin & Aubrey D. Ward

Memorials can be made to the restoration fund of the First Baptist Church of Nederland or to Shelbyville Cemetery in care of the First Methodist Church of Shelbyville.

****Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center****

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09/18/06

Mary Florence Pratt Davis Harris - 92, of Center, passed away Monday, September 18, 2006. She was born February 21, 1914 in the Alto Community of Shelby County, Texas to Monroe Pratt and Belie Bush Pratt. Her parents passed away when she was five and she was raised by her Grandmother in the Alto Community of Shelby County. As an adult she worked as a nurse for Dr. Hurst, Dr. Walter Warren, Dr. Henry Warren & Dr. Spencer Warren in Center. Ms Harris was also a nurse during WWII where she cared for German POW's. She lived a while in Virginia with her niece, Hilda Samford Pina, while caring for her sister. She then moved to Louisiana near her son and his family, but returned to Shelby County where she lived on her own for 12 years. At the age of 92, she started residing at Pine Grove Nursing Center.

Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro. Jim Jacobs officiating. Interment will follow at Asbury Chapel Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas.

Pallbearers will be VFW Post 8904.

She is survived by: Son, Larner "Buddy" Davis & wife Lela of Timpson.

Grandchildren: Kathy Brunch of Louisiana, Steve Davis of Louisiana, Debbie Claudio of Shelby County, Donnie Davis of Duson, Louisiana, Rhonda Babineax of Duson, Louisiana, Tonya Romero of Duson, Louisiana, Monica Richards of Duson, Louisiana.

22 Great Grandchildren, 5 Great Great Grandchildren. Also numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her granson, Ronnie Davis

Visitation will be held from 3:30 pm to 8 pm on Tuesday, September 19, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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09/12/06

Mrs. Edna E. McClelland Garrett - Hicks Mortuary announces services for 87 year old, Mrs. Edna E. McClelland Garrett, of Shelbyville. Services will be this Saturday afternoon at one o’clock at Todd Springs Baptist Church. Burial will be in Rather Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday afternoon from three until five o’clock at Hicks Chapel and on Saturday from noon to one o’clock at Todd Springs Church.

Among Mrs. Garrett’s survivors are two daughters, Stephania Garrett Preston and Agnes Jean Garrett Johnson, both of Center, two sisters, Billie Provost, of Milam, and Eula Metcalf, of Nacogdoches.

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09/08/06

Desmond Eugene Williams - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 35 year old, Desmond Eugene Williams, of Center. Memorial services will be tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at two o’clock at Kingdom Hall in Center.

Among Mr. Williams’ survivors is his mother, Vera Baxley, his father, John Baxley, one brother, Anthony Williams, and two sisters, Shaunda Nobles and Tameka Landon, all of Center.

Charlie Polk Smith, age 80 of Pearland formerly of Center passed away Thursday, September 7, 2006 at Baywind Village in League City, Texas.

Services will be 2 pm Saturday, September 9, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Fairview Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be Friday evening after 4 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born October 26, 1925 in Center to Parents, Charles Polk Smith and Margaret (Price) Smith. She attended Baylor College of Medicine, she was a Medical Technician. She was of the Methodist faith.

She is preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Gwendoly Corene Carlton.

She is survived by:
Sister: Martha Frances "Fannie" Hagler of Center.
Nephew: Nik Hagler of Pearland.
Nephew: Lon Carlton of San Leon.
Great Niece: Kim Lovelace of Sugarland.
Nephew: Keith Hagler of Center.
Nephew: Curt Carlton of North Richland Hills.
Nephew: Cwen Parker of Arlington.

Special Friend: Vivienne McCoullough of Pearland.

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09/07/06

Eloise McMeans, age 92, of Center, passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2006 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.

Services will be 10 am, Friday, September 8, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel in Center with Bro. John Bender officiating, burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Visitation will be Thursday evening from 3 pm until 5 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born on March 20, 1914 to Eddie E. Keasler and Bessie Mae Crawford Keasler. She was an active member of First Baptist Church in Center were she attends the Conway Bible Class. She was a hairdresser for many years.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband J.G. McMeans and son Michael McMeans.

Her survivors include: One Brother, Earl Keasler and wife Maxine of Atlanta, Texas. Sister in law, Erna Gurley of New Orleans, La. Nieces and Nephews, Numerous Friends and Family.

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

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09/05/06

Bernice Fults Bradshaw, 88, of Center passed away Monday, September 4, 2006 in Nacogdoches. She was born October 17, 1917 in Center, Texas to John Wesley Fults and Minnie Pearl Webb Fults. Ms. Bradshaw was a homemaker, mother and grandmother. She was a member of the Mt. Pleasant Church of Christ.

Graveside services will be held at 10 am Wednesday, September 6, 2006 at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Shelby County.

Survivors include: Sons, Pat Morrison Bradshaw and wife Sharon of Center and Donny Ray Bradshaw and wife Connie of Center.
Grandchildren: Todd Bradshaw and wife Theresa of Houston, Kerry Bradshaw of Houston, Shonda Clifton and husband Michael of Center, Chad Bradshaw of Center, Shane Wesley Bradshaw and wife Rachel of Center, Misty McCracken of Timpson and Heath Woodrome of Arkansas. Twelve Great Grandchildren.

Brother: Billy Ray Fults and wife Nora Bell of Center. Sister: Juanita Harkness of Nacogdoches. Preceded in death by Husband, Morris Grover Bradshaw, Parents, John Wesley Fults and Minnie Pearl Webb Fults, Brothers, Raymond Fults and Buster Fults. Grandson, Kurt Woodrome.

Visitation will be held from 6 pm to 8 pm, Tuesday, September 5, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Sadie Greer - Hicks Mortuary and Golden Gate Funeral Home of Dallas announces services for Sadie Greer, formerly of Center. Services will be this (Tuesday) morning at 11 o’clock in Dallas. Interment will be this (Tuesday) afternoon at four o’clock, at Saint John Cemetery in Center.

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Ben Barnes - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 91 year old, Ben Barnes, of Nacogdoches and formerly of Timpson. Services will be tomorrow (Wednesday) morning at 11 o’clock, at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in Timpson Missionary Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will begin this (Tuesday) evening at five o’clock.

Among Mr. Barnes’ survivors is a sister, Vance Garrard, of Nacogdoches.

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Curtis Tarver - Mangum Funeral Home and Mountain Valley Funeral Home in Burleson, announce the passing of 60 year old, Curtis Tarver. Services were held yesterday in Burleson.

Among Mr. Tarver’s survivors is his mother, Mary Lou Ramsey Tarver, who is a 1945 graduate of Center High School and lived here for many years before moving to Burleson.

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09/04/06

Betty L. Warren, age 80 of Center, Texas passed away Monday, September 4, 2006 at her home in Center.
Her Body was cremated and a memorial will be held at a later date. She was born August 15, 1926 in Illnois to Parents, Henry & Lueilla Sargent. Amoung her survivors include: Sons, Donald R. Warren Sr. of San Augustine, David R. Warren Jr. of LaProyor, Texas. Brothers, Jim Sargent of Spear, Ill. and Bill Sargent of Clinton, Ill.
Grandchildren, Rebecca Warren, Donald Warren Jr., Michael Warren, Suzanne Warren, Ava Pelc, Monia Pelc, Stephanie Warren, Charlie Warren, and David Warren III.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

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09/03/06

M.A. Whittlesey, Jr., age 49, of Ponder, Texas passed away Friday, September 1, 2006 at Denton Regional Medical Center.

Services will be: 11am Tuesday, September 5, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Gene Kirkley officiating. No burial, Cremation after service. Visitation will be Monday evening from 5 pm until 9 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born November 5, 1956 in Center, Texas to Parents, M.A. and Dorothy (Tidwell) Whittlesey. He was a construction worker.

He is preceded in death by his parents, M. A. and Dorothy Whittlesey, Brother, Ricky Whittlesey, and Sister, Marjorie Cunningham.

Amoung his survivors include: Wife, Dianne Couturier of Keller, Son, Skyler Whittlesey of Seguine, 3 Grandchildren, Brothers & Sisters, Grady Whittlesey and wife Ginger of Humble, Barbara Norton of Warren, Judy Whittlesey of Houston, Julia Mae Bienek and husband Lloyd of Spring and Robert Whittlesey and wife, Beatrix of Winnie. Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas.

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09/02/06

Homer E. "Jack" Smith - age 88 years, of Center passed away Saturday, September 2, 2006 at a Nacogdoches hospital. He was born January 27, 1918 in Angelina County, Texas to Rand Smith and Henrietta Phillips Smith. Mr. Smith was a member and deacon of Providence Missionary Baptist Church.
Services will be held at 10 am, Monday, September 4, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Donald Moore and Rev. Mervin Scott to officiate. Burial will follow in Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County.
Pallbearers will be Mr. Smith's grandsons.

Survivors: Wife, Velma Smith of Center. Daughter, Betty Sue Graves of Deadwood. Daughter, Jeanene Porter and husband Danny of Deadwood. Daughter, Linda Scottt and Mervin of Deadwood. Son, Gene Edward Smith and Mila of Center. Son, Douglas W. Smith of Springfield, Va. 12 Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren. Sisters, Fannie Choate of Center adn Addie Mae.
Preceded in death by daughter, Kathy Smith. Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 8pm on Sunday, September 3, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home.

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07/30/06

Ina Mae Andrusick, age 68, of Center, passed away Sunday, July 30, 2006 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.
Services will be 2 pm, Tuesday, August 1, 2006 at First Baptist Church in Center with Rev. Carl Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Blair Cemetery in Timpson.

Visitation will be Monday evening from 4 pm until 9 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born February 17, 1938, she was a homemaker.

Her survivors include: 6 Children.
Vickie Andrusick of Huxley, Hank Andrusick of Lewisville, Richard Andrusick and wife, Cathy of Houston. David Andrusick and wife, Feather of Center, James Andrusick of Lewisville and Steven Andrusick of Beaumont.

Grandchildren.

Mother, Verna Lunsford of Huxley.

2 Brothers:
Jerry Whitman and wife, Phyllis of Liverpool
Bob Merill and wife, Jeanette of Houston.

She is preceded in death by Her husband, Henry Andrusick, her Step Father, Langston Lunsford, 2 Sisters, Virginia Merill and Mary Dean.

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07/29/06

Jimmy Edward King, 72, of Tenaha passed away Friday, July 28, 2006 after the results of a car accident.
Services for Mr. King will be Monday, July 31, 2006 at 2 pm at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. R.B. Elumbaugh officiating, Military Graveside Services will follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha.

Visitation will be Sunday evening from 6 pm until 9 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born November 4, 1933 in Shelby County to Parents, Spivey & Ella (Wood)King.

He was a machinest, a barber in Tenaha for many years as well as a farmer. He served in the U.S. Airforce during the Korean Conflict.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Spivey & Ella King

He is survived by :

Son, Winn King & wife, Laina of Gladewater, Daughter, Emily King Williams of Nacogdoches. Grandchildren, Christopher, James Carl, Jared, Kyle & Kathryn Ann King, Kayli & Wendy Williams. 1 Sister, Mary Beth Melton & husband Hiram of Tenaha, Niece, Brenda Farmer & husband, Steve of Tenaha, Nephew, Randy Melton & wife, Tamara of Haltom City.

Pallbearers: Wayne Oliver, Eldridge Hickman, Andy Williams, Kirk Hamilton, Alan Farmer, John Watson, Joe Umbrell & Jason Farmer.

Honorary Pallbearers: Grandsons, Christopher King, James Carl King, Jared King and Kyle King.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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Jim Henry Barnett, 93, of Longview, passed away Friday, July 28, 2006 in Longview. He was born May 20, 1913 in Center, Texas to Laborn Augusta Barnett and Ora Ida Greer Barnett. He retired from Mobil Pipeline Company in 1975 with 39 years of service. Mr. Barnett accepted the Lord as his Savior as a young man and was a member of the Baptist Tabernacle in Longview, Texas. He was also a member of Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149 for 63 years.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Sunday, July 30, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Jay McCasland, of North Longview Baptist Church in Longview, Texas, officiating. Masonic graveside services will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be members of the Sam Samford Lodge #149 in Center.

Survivors Include: Son, Jerry Barnett and wife Ruth of Longview, Daughter in law, Nelwyn Barnett of Avin, Granddaughters, Lisa Hall and husband Bobby of Liano and Laurie DeClaire and husband Chris of Friendswood. Six Great Grandchildren, Christopher Sloan, Heather Sloan, Connor Hall, Cameron Hall, Lauryn Emmitte and Andrew Emmitte. Two Step Grandchildren, Griffin DeClaire and Alexander DeClaire. Sister, Margie Beckham and husband Aubrey of Joaquin. Nephews, Robert Barnett and wife Zettie and Donald Barnett. A number of great nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by, Wife, Willie Lee Sanford Barnett, Son, James Henry Barnett Jr., An infant son, Parents, Laborn Augusta Barnett and Ora Ida Greer Barnett, Brothers, Herman Barnett and Bernard Barnett.

Visitation will be held from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm, Sunday, July 30, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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07/28/06

Allice Fuller, 72, passed away Friday, July 28, 2006 at her home here in Center. Services will be held Sunday, July 30, 2006 at 2 pm at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Tracy Wright and Bro. Henry Hughes officiating. Burial will follow at Sardis Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday, July 29, 2006 starting at 4 pm until 9 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born August 29, 1933 in Lufkin, Texas to Dudley and Mattie Graham. She is a member of the First Assembly of God Church here in Center.

She is preced in death by her parents Dudley and Mattie Graham. 1 Sister and several Brothers.

Her surviving Relatives included: Husband, Raymond Jack Fuller of Center, Texas. Sons, Johnny Fuller and wife Rose of Center, Texas and Jimmy "Ray" Nash and wife Donna of Timpson. Daughters, Darlene Porter and husband Joe of Center, Texas and Charlene Channel and husband Steve of Center, Texas. Grandchildren, Johnny Jr., Josh, Christina and Justin Fuller. Joseph, Kevin, Stephanie, Crystal and Marissa Nash. Clifton Porter and wife Kristie and Shane and Stevie Channel. Jody Porter. 9 Great Grandchildren.

Pallbearers: Johnny Fuller Jr. Josh Fuller, Justin Fuller, Jody Porter, Clifton Porter, Shane Channel, Joseph Nash, Kevin Nash and Stevie Channel.

Honorary Pallbearers: Steve Channel, Joe Porter.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home.

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07/28/06

EVANSTON -- Memorial services for Joe Errol Loftin Sr., 72, will be held Saturday, July 29, 2006 at 10 a.m. at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Joaquin, Texas.

He died July 16, 2006 at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah.

He was born Dec. 27, 1933 in Kilgore, Texas to Grady and Ruby (Isabel) Loftin.

He was a member of the Bethlehem Baptist Baptist Church and he enjoyed working and spending time with his friends.

He is survived by his children, Cathy Sharp and her husband; Darlene Loftin, Cindy Joe Quebedeaux, all of Abbeville, La.; Joe Loftin Jr. and his wife of Spanish Fork, Utah; Teddie Loftin of White Oaks, Texas; John Paul Loftin of Abbeville, La.; Mary Loftin of Abbeville, La.; sister, Mary Burns and her husband of Tyler, Texas; a brother, Ricky Loftin and his wife of Stanley, La.; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Griffin, Curtis, and Jerry Loftin.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Foundation.
Published in the Shreveport Times on 7/27/2006.

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07/27/06

Steve H. Tompson, 75, of Center, passed away July 27, 2006 in Center. He was born April 21, 1931 in Shelby County to Johnny Ragen Thompson and Dorenda Priester Thompson. Mr. Thompson was retired from Bruce Hardwood. He was of the Baptist faith.

Graveside services will be held at 3 pm on Friday, July 28, 2006 at Sholar Cemetery with Bro. Pat Windham officiating.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Taylor Bryce, Nicholas Hayden, Jacob Gingles, Zachary Gingles and Bobby Penny.

Survivors include: Children, Marcus Steve Thompson of Center, Martin Thompson of Center, Mary Ann Thompson of Timpson, Louis Hamilton and husband Ronnie of Garland, Gail Null and Husband Jackie of Garland and Rodney Thompson and wife April of Forney.

Sixteen Grandchildren, Nine Great Grandchildren

Sister, Willard Roland Thompson of Center, Sister in law, Etoile Thompson of Carthage.

Preceded in death by Parents, Mr. & Mrs. Johnny Regen Thompson, Brothers, Adron Thompson, Hoye Thompson, and John Thompson. Brother in law Orran Lilly, Daughter, Iva Irene Kleser, and Grandson, Dakota Ray Thompson.

Visitation will be held from 6 pm to 8 pm on Thursday, July 27, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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07/26/06

J.D. Williams, 78 of Lufkin, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2006 in Lufkin. He was born January 31, 1928 in Martinsville, Texas to Jim Williams and Cordia Hodges Williams. Mr. Williams was retired from the poultry industry where he worked as a farm manager. He served in the United States Army during World War II and was a member of the Northside Church in Center.

Funeral services will be held at 11 am Friday, July 28, 2006 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Windham officiating. Interment will follow in the West Hamilton Cemetery in Shelby County.

Pallbearers will be Mr. Williams' grandchildren.

Survivors include: Wife, Mergie Williams of Lufkin. Sons, Jimmy Williams and wife Rosalie of Palestine and Keith Williams and wife Ema of Lufkin. Daughter, Pam Williams and husband Gary of Lufkin. Five Grandchildren, Chris, Jeremy, Tim, Brandon and Tanner. Two Granddaughters, Michelle and Lauren. Six Great Grandchildren. Sister, Ruby Fulson of Tyler.

Visitation will be held from 6 pm to 8 pm, Thursday, July 27, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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07/25/06

Peggy June Linton - Watson and Sons Funeral Home announces pending services for Peggy June Linton, age 62, of Center. Mrs. Linton died at her home in Center. Survivors include, husband Robbin Linton of Center.

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07/24/06

Jayson Leon Anderson, 35, of Center, passed away July 24, 2006 in Center. He was born October 6, 1970 in Center to William Leon Anderson and Regina Windham Anderson. Mr. Anderson worked in retail sales. He attended Providence Missionary Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Wednesday, July 26, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County.

Survivors include: Mother and Step Father, Regina and Kerry McSwain of Center. Step Brother, Thomas McSwain of Center. Step Sisters, Amanda McSwain of Center and Crystal Gail Koltonski of Center. Maternal Grandparents, Tom and Jean Windham of Center. Paternal Grandmother, Sally Anderson of Center. Aunt and Uncle, Pat and Tom Wedgeworth of Timpson. A number of cousins. Visitation will begin at 5 ppm on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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07/23/06

Ruby Thompson, 84, of Center passed away Sunday, July 23, 2006 in Center. She was born September 5, 1921 in Center to Allen Joplin and Ethel Butler Joplin. Ms Thompson was a homemaker. She was of the Baptist faith. Graveside services will be held at 11 am, Tuesday, July 25, 2006 in Sholar Cemetery in Joaquin with Bro. Pat Windham officiating. . Visitation will be 6pm untill 8pm, Monday, July 24, 2006 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Survivors include: Sister, Lois Thompson of Center, a number of nieces, nephews, sisters in law, brothers in law and other relatives. Preceded in death by: Husband, Hoy Thompson

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Henrie Fae Elliott - age 68, of Center, passed away Saturday, July 22, 2006 in Nacogdoches. She was born September 22, 1937 in Center to Elbert Johnson and Julia Oates Johnson. Mrs. Elliott was of the Baptist faith.

Funeral services will be held at 1pm Tuesday, July 25, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Henry officiating. Interment will follow in Old Home Cemetery in Center.

Pallbearers will be Michael Hooks, Scott Emanis, Tiquan Dixon, Stacey Mikesh, Johnny Courmier, Spencer Fenton.

Survivors Include: Son, Billy Hooks and wife Debbie of Center. Daughters, Shelia Dixon of Center, Julie Preston and husband Ronald of Lufkin and Iva Mikesh and Bubba of Center. 10 Grandchildren: Michael Hooks, Caitlin Hooks, Emmie Bailey, Scotty Emanis, Leslie Courmier, Tiquin Dixon, Stacey Mikesh and Chadd Mikesh all of Center. Dustin Preston of California and Mikeela Preston of Lufkin. and 10 Great Grandchildren.

Also a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by: Parents, Elbert Johnson and Julia Oates Johnson, Granddaughter: Tawsha Mikesh, Great Grandson, Coby Emanis and Son in law, Sanders Dixon.

Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm, Monday, July 24, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home.

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07/21/06

Virgie Sherrouse - 87, of Shepherd, Texas, passed away on July 20, 2006 at Shepherd Nursing Home in Shepherd, Texas.

Funeral services for Virgie Sherrouse are Monday, July 24, 2006 at 11 am at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Johnson Cemetery at Joaquin, Texas. Visitation will be held Sunday, July 23, 2006 from 4pm until 8pm.

She was born on April 7, 1919 to Ike Emmons and Ella Bussey Emmons. She was a homemaker.

She is preceded in death by her parents Ike and Ella Emmons, husband Roy Sherrouse and one son Ike Sherrouse.

Surviving Relatives: 2 Daughters, Virginia Matthews & husband Robert of Cleveland, Texas and Loretta Sherrouse of Norwood, La., 3 Sons, Bob Sherrouse & wife Maxie of Porter, Texas, Clifford Sherrouse & wife Patsy of Cleveland, Texas and Carl Sherrouse & wife Judith of Cancon, Texas. 32 Grandchildren.

Pallbearers: Steve Sherrouse, Mark Sherrouse, William Matthews, Sean Sherrouse and Michael Carnline.

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Arthur Cooper - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 87 year old, Arthur Cooper, of Center. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at one o’clock, at Blount Chapel Baptist Church. Interment will be in Pleasant Grove Cemetery.

Among Mr. Cooper’s survivors are two sons, Robert and Roger Cooper, both of Center.

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Troy Bell - Garner and Son Mortuary announces services for 57 year old, Troy Bell, of San Augustine. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at one o’clock, at True Vine Baptist Church. Interment will be in New Jerusalem Cemetery. Visitation will be today (Friday) from one until 6:30 p.m. at Garner and Son Chapel.

Among Mr. Bell’s survivors are his parent, Masseline Bell, of San Augustine, two sons, Jimmy Bell, of Houston, and Thomas Singleton, of Jasper, one daughter, Vernell Holman, of Hemphill, one brother, Navis Bell, of Center, and one sister, Cora Howard, of Nacogdoches.

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07/19/06

Essie R. Watson, age 96, passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2006 in Moulton, Al. at Lawrence Medical Center.

Funeral Services will be 2 pm Saturday, July 22, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Dan George officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park, Center, Texas. Visitation for family and friends will be Saturday from 12pm until 2pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born November 21, 1909 in Ballinger, Texas to William Felix Rhame an Nancy Carline Buckner. She owned and operated her own hairdressing salon in Pasadena, Texas for many years. She was a member of Six Mile Baptist Church in Hemphill, Texas.

She is preceded in death by her parents William and Nancy Rhame and her husband Eugene Thomas Watson and 6 siblings, 2 brothers and 4 sisters.

Her surviving relatives include: One son, Bill Watson and wife Juanita of Moulton, Al. 4 Grandchildren, Paul Watson of Houston, Burke Watson of Houston, Alan Watson of Decatur, Texas, Martha Hamilton of Decatur, Texas. 8 Great Grandchildren, 2 Brothers, Joe Rhame and wife Polly of Highland Village, Texas and Ray Rhame and wife JoDane of Maysville, OK. One sister, Myrtle Slade of Hemphill, Texas.

Pallbearers are: Paul Watson, Burke Watson, Alan Watson, Mark Watson, Larry Hyden, and Ken Beamesderfer.

Family has requested that in lieu of flowers memorial gifts be made to In Alabama, Hospice of the Valley and in Texas to the Six Mile Baptist Church building fund in Hemphill, Texas.

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07/17/06

Virginia Joy Matlock - 79, of Baytown, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2006. She was born August 27, 1936 in Crowley, Louisiana to Vic Navarre & Mildred Faulk Navarre.

Graveside services will be held at 10 am, Saturday, July 22, 2006 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center, Texas.

Survivors include, Sons, Keith Matlock of Baytown, John Matlock of Baytown, and Stanley Matlock & wife Beth of Pryor, Oklahoma. Granddaughters, Liz Carmen & husband robert of Pryor, Oklahoma, Becky Gipson & husband Don of Pryor, Oklahoma, and Suzie Stimson & husband Paul of Pryor, Oklahoma. Grandson, Mike Matlock & wife Casey of Pryor, Oklahoma. 9 Great Grandchildren. Brother, Otis Navarre of Baytown. Preceded in death by Husband, Jewel Matlock and Son, Dewight Matlock.

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Sharon Ann Weeks - Mangum Funeral Home announces services for Sharon Ann Weeks. Sharon Ann Weeks, age 59, of Joaquin passed away, Saturday, July 15, 2006 in Orange, Texas after a courageous battle with cancer.

Memorial services will be 10 am Wednesday, July 19, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Paul Silvey officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be Tuesday from 6 pm until 9 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born October 27, 1946 in Orange, Texas (Orange County) the daughter of the late Alfred J. Truitt Jr. and Joy Dale Baker Truitt of Joaquin.

She worked at Wal-Mart as the manager in the garden department for a number of years.

She is survived by: Son, Daniel C. Weeks of Orange, Texas. Son, Mark R. Weeks & wife, Janet of Mauriceville, Texas. Daughter, Shannon A. Scott & husband, John or Orange, Texas. 6 Grandchildren, Jessica, Joshua, jade, Justin, Jewell & Julian.

Mother, Jay Truitt of Joaquin. Brother, Don Truitt & wife, Gwen of Logansport, Louisiana. 2 Nephews, Allen & Andrew Truitt. 1 Niece, Kelly Boyett.

Services are under the directions of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

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Forrest Lawson - Watson and Sons Funeral Home announces services for 73 year old, Forrest Lawson, of Center. Mr. Lawson, passed away Monday, July 17, 2006. He was born December 23, 1932 in Center, Texas to Hobson Lawson & Lela Jones Lawson. He was the retired owner of East Texas Truck & Tractor. He was a member of Antioch Baptist Church and served in the US Army from 1953-1955.

Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, July 19, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Buddy Gray & Bro. Gene KIrkley officiating. Interment to follow at Antioch Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Richard Brown, Michael Sizemore, Jeffrey Lawson, Chad Brown, Eric Brown, William Lawson, Aaron Lawson & Brody Sizemore.

Survivors include: Wife, Nadine Lawson of Center. Sons, Royce Lawson & wife Angela of Center, Garry Lawson & wife Kay of Center. Daughters, Tina Brown & husband Richard of Center, Ann Sizemore & husband Mike of Palestine. Grandchildren, Stefanie Wagstaff, Jeffery Lawson, Chad Brown, Eric Brown, William Lawson, Loren Brown, Aaron Lawson, Brody Sizemore, Brice Sizemore and Adam Lawson. 7 Great Grandchildren.

Brothers, Billy Lawson & wife Jean of Center, Tommy Lawson & wife Clydie of Joaquin. Sisters, Oleta Cockrell of Joaquin, Ruby Hughes & husband Charles Paul of Center, Judy Carrington of Center. Sister in law, Wyneil Lawson, Leona Lawson.

Brother in law, Darrell Partlow. Preceded in death by, Parents, Hobson Lawson and Lela Jones Lawson. Brothers, Joel, Happy & Glenn. Sister, Mildred Partlow. Brother in law, Bud Cockrell & Ernest Carrington.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to Hospice of Deep East Texas.

Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 9 pm on Tuesday, July 18, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Booker T. Lister - Hicks Mortuary announces services for 92 year old, Booker T. Lister, of Houston and formerly of Center. Graveside services will be this (Monday) afternoon at one o’clock, at Saint John Baptist Church Cemetery.

Among Mr. Lister’s survivors are two sons, Booker T. Lister, Junior and David Lee Lister, three daughters, Priscilla Lavergne, Shirley Evans, and Lola Wesley, all five of Houston, one sister Alorene Jones, of Timpson, and Center survivors are Margie Bennett and Maxine Bennett.

Garner and Son Mortuary announces pending services for 84 year old, T. J. Douglass, of Nacogdoches.

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07/15/06

Hubert Eugene Sowell, 74, of Center, passed away Friday, July 14, 2006 at a Nacogdoches hospital. He was born March 23, 1932 in Arcadia, Texas to Kelly & Ruby Sowell. He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 pm on Sunday, July 16, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment to follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Survivors include: Wife, Martha Sowell of Center. Son, Van Sowell of Center. Grandsons: Jason Sowell of San Augustine. Casey Sowell of San Augustine. Joey Sowell of Hemphill. Granddaughter: Vanessa Sowell of Many, LA. Stepson, Steve Stewart of Center. Brother, Jerry Sowell of Joaquin. Brother-in-Law, Mr. & Mrs. Charles Arnold of Dallas

****Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Saturday, July 15, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center****

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07/14/06

David Wayne Whitton - Watson & Sons Funeral home announces services for David Wayne Whitton, 26, of Center who passed away Thursday, July 13, 2006 in Many, Louisiana. He was born April, 21, 1980 in McAllen, Texas to Grady Whitton & Catherine Foley Whitton. Mr. Whitton was a farmer and roughneck.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm on Sunday, July 16, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Henry Hughes officiating. Interment to follow at Sardis Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Adam Hamstra, Jimmy Smith, Bub Bloodgood, Evan Luiz, James David Whitton, Chad Metcalf, Shane Metcalf, Chris Eaves.

Honorary pallbearers will be Roy Sicko and Ray Smith.

He is survived by Parents: Grady & Catherine Whitton of Center. Also a number of aunts, uncles, cousins & a host of friends.

Visitation will be held from 6 pm to 8 pm on Saturday, July 15, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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James Henry Trent - Watson & Sons Funeral home announces services for James Henry Trent, 72, of Center, passed away Thursday, July 13, 2006. He was born October 18, 1928 in Hammon, Oklahoma to James Harrison Trent & Annie Green Trent.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, July 15, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Mike Rodgers officiating. Interment will follow at Spann's Chapel Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas.

Pallbearers will be Neilson Davis, Ronnie Gragg, Spencer Fenton & Mike Gee.

He is survived by : Son, James Ray Trent of Center, Daughters, Mary Jane Trent of Center, and Judy Fenton & husband Bill of Center.

Grandchildren, Kasi Trent, Brian Fenton, Kevin Fenton, Amanda Trent & Stefani Trent.

Daughter in Law, Amy Trent of Center.

Preceded in death by Wife, LaMerle Trent, Son, Johnny Trent, and daughter, Angela Trent.

Visitation will be held from 6 pm to 8 pm on Friday, July 14, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Charles Nikitta Suell - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 44 year old, Charles Nikitta Suell, of San Augustine. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 10:30 at Triumph Center. Interment will be in Westview Cemetery.

Among Mr. Suell’s survivors are his mother, Catherine Edmond, of Tenaha, his father William Edmond, of Tenaha, Joe Jones, of Houston, and Gladys Jones, of Houston, two sons, Tony Reed, of California, and C. J. Suell, Junior, of San Augustine, and three daughters, AnQuitha Reed and Samantha Reed, both of Center, and Chazpyn Suell, of San Augustine.

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Leonetta Nicole "Netta" Adams Suell- Garner and Son Mortuary announces services for 32 year old, Mrs. Leonetta Nicole “Netta” Adams Suell, of San Augustine. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at one o’clock, at Reed Chapel Baptist Church. Interment will be in Saint Luke Cemetery.

Among Mrs. Suell’s survivors are her parents, Mary Delois Adams Watts and husband Maurice, of San Augustine, and Fredrick Scott, Senior and wife Linda, of Beaumont, grandparents, Mary Jane Payne, of San Augustine, Betty Marie Bobb, of Beaumont, Lula Lacy, of San Augustine, and Doris Bobb, of Beaumont, one son, Charles N. Suell, Junior, of San Augustine, one daughter, Chaztyn A. Suell, of San Augustine, three brothers, Tren Stidam, of Houston, Maurice Watts, Junior, of San Augustine, and Fredrick Scott, Junior, of Beaumont, and three sisters, Schronda Hawkins, of Beaumont, LaShandra Barnes, of San Augustine, and Miranda Johnson, of San Augustine.

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James Wendell Hutto - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 79 year old, James Wendell Hutto, of Center. Graveside services will be this (Saturday) afternoon at two o’clock at Mount Olive Cemetery in Timpson. The Joaquin Masonic Lodge will officiate and Military Funeral Honors will be done by the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Among Mr. Hutto’s survivors are three brothers, Morris Hutto, of Garrison, Royce Hutto, of Longview, and Floyd Hutto, Junior, of Nacogdoches.

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07/13/06

Harvey Lee Cook - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 59 year old, Harvey Lee Cook, of Tenaha. Services will be Saturday afternoon at one o’clock, at Saint John Baptist Church in Tenaha. Interment will be in Saint John Cemetery.

Among Mr. Cook’s survivors are four daughters, Ann Bell, of Houston, and Latrice Tarver, Mischa Cook, and Mita Thompson, all three of Tenaha, one sister, Pearlie B. Boykin, of Logansport, and three brothers, C. L. Cook, of Houston, W. T. Cook, of Logansport, and John R. Cook, of Tenaha.

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07/11/06

Elizabeth M. Wright - Mangum Funeral Home announces the passing of Elizabeth M. Wright of Center, and for the past year of Austin, died peacefully on Sunday, July 9, 2006. She was 96. She was the wife of Frederick H. Wright of Center who died in 2003. Previously she was the wife of Hershal C. McDaniel of Center and Timpson, who died in 1957. She is survived by her son, Samuel D. McDaniel of Austin, Texas and by four granddaughters, Katherine Abbott and Constance Wyman both of Austin, Texas, Mary Goff of Caldwell, Texas and Susan Bravenec of Seattle, Washington and three great grandchildren. She is also survived by her aunt, Mrs. Vivian Menefee of Center, Texas.

Elizabeth M. Wright, was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence D. McElfatrick and Eula Pearl McElfatrick, by her sister, Doris Harbuck of Monroe, Louisiana and her brother, Clarence D. McElfatrick, Jr. of Tyler, Texas.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm on Tuesday, July 11, 2006 at the Mangum Funeral Home in Center, Texas, 420 San Augustine Street. Funeral Services will be held at 2 pm on Wednesday, July 12, 2006 at the First United Methodist Church in Center, Texas.

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07/10/06

Billy Clyde Adams - 59, of Center, passed away, Monday, July 10, 2006. He was born August 21, 1946 in Center, Texas. Mr. Adams was the retired owner of A-H Wrecker and Auto Repair. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam and was a member of the VFW.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, July 12, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Charles Boster & Mike Rodgers officiating. Interment to follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Pallbearers will be Danny Long, James Grant, Robbie WIlliams, Taylor Bush, Gene Vail & Ross Ochoa.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Gerald Stamps, Verlon Hooper, Joe Jolley, Billy Williams, Georger Burns, Blake Nail, John Holt, Jack Adams, & Denny Adams.

Survivors Include:Wife, Sharon Adams of Center. Sons, Jason Adams of Galena Park and Justin Adams and wife Michelle of San Antonio. Mother, Billie Moore of Center. Stepdaughters, Kristina Long & husband Danny of Center, Krystal Easley of Center, and Keilie Puckett of Center. Also a number of step grandchildren. Sister, Eleanor Adams of Center. Brother, Franky Adams and wife Jerilyn of Center. Niece, Jennifer Adams of Center. and Nephew Jeffery Adams of Center.

Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm on Tuesday, July 11, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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O'Bryan Nail - Kingsville Memorial Funeral Home announced the passing of O'Bryan Nail, of Riviera, Texas. Mr. Nail passed away July 7, 2006. He was 80. He was born June 18, 1926 in Timpson, Texas to Bryant A. Nail and Hattie Dena Wedgeworth Nail.

He was a member of the Corinth Missionary Baptist Church and was affiliated with the Community Baptist Church in Riviera, Texas.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his son, David Nail.

Survivors include: His loving wife, Zelda F. Nail of Riviera, Texas, son Mark S. Nail of Riviera, Texas, daughters, Brenda S. Culpepper (Ron) of Dickinson, Texas, Sandra M. Strubbart (Bud) of Alvin, Texas and Deborah L. Simburger of Riviera, Texas. Sister-in-law, Martha Nail of Mt. Enterprise, Texas and Alice nail-DeLoney of Garrison, Texas. Other survivors include five grandsons, 2 granddaughters and ten great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held Monday, July 10, 2006 from 1 pm to 7 pm at Kingsville Memorial Funeral Home with family present from 6 pm to 7 pm.

Graveside service will be at Corinth Cemetery in Timpson, Texas, Thursday, July 13, 2006 at 2 pm.

In Lieu of flowers family wishes to have donations made to the Community Baptist Church in Riviera, Texas.

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07/08/06

Esserine P. “Mimp” Jackson -Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 70 year old, Esserine P. “Mimp” Jackson. Services will be Tuesday afternoon at two o’clock, at Westview Cemetery.

Among Mrs. Jackson’s survivors are her husband Y. D. Jackson, of Center, two daughters, Pearlie Ann Polley, of Nacogdoches, and Glenda Faye Nash, of Center, four sisters and one brother.

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07/07/06

Pearlie B. Smith - Garner and Son Mortuary announces services for 67 year old, Pearlie B. Smith, of San Augustine. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at one o’clock, at Reed Chapel Baptist Church. Visitation will be this (Friday) afternoon from one o’clock until 6:30 p.m. at Garner and Son Mortuary Chapel.

Among Ms. Smith’s survivors are three sons, Johnny Smith, of San Augustine, Terry Smith, of Center, and Marty Smith, of Houston, and three daughters, Rachel Smith, of Center, and Linda Polley and Chris Garrett, both of San Augustine.

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07/05/06

Larry K. Hagler - Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces services for Larry K. Hagler, 57, of Center, passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2006. He was born August 16, 1948 in Center, Texas to Nevis Hagler & Martha F. Smith Hagler. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm on Friday, July 7, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Charles Williams officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Center. Pallbearers will be Pete Cordray, Robert Cousins, James Clark, Nolan Cooper, John Paul Lawson & Floyd A. "Dock" Watson.

He is survived by: Wife, Susan Hagler of Center. Son, David Keith Hagler of Center. Mother, Martha "Fanny" Hagler of Center. Brother, Mr.& Mrs. Nik Hagler of Pearland. Niece, Kim Lovelace of Sugarland. Aunt, Polk Smith of Pearland. Also survived by nieces, nephews, & a host of friends. Preceded in death by: Father, Nevis Hagler and Niece, Lisa McGee.

Visitation will be held from 6 pm to 7 pm Thursday, July 6, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Pauline Howard - 89, of Center, passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2006. She was born August 30, 1916 in Center, Texas to Lon McSwain and Della Anthony McSwain. She was a member Mt. Pleasant Church of Christ.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, July 7, 2006 at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery with Bro. Tim Perkins officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Gaylon Howard, Braydon Howard, Randall Bohannon, Steven Howard, Nathan Jones & Wayne Jones.

She is survived by: Son: Rex Howard & wife Linda of Deer Park. Daughters: LaVerne Jeans & husband Billy of Center and Betty Sue Howard of Lufkin.

Daughter-in-Law: Patricia Howard of Texas City. Grandchildren: Peggy Watlington, Gaylon Howard, Penny Jones, Stephanie Whittington, Steven Howard, Stacy David, Randall Bohannon, Paula Thrift & Misti Bohannon.

20 Great Grandchildren, 3 Great Great Grandchildren

Sisters: Avis Lee of Houston. Lois Kauffman of Montgomery

Brothers: Oren McSwain & wife Betty of North Little Rock and James Ray McSwain of West Monroe, Louisiana

Also a number of nieces, nephews, cousins & a host of friends.

Preceded in death by: Husband, Lewis Howard. Son, Bobby Howard. Great Granddaughter, Dayna Howard. Brother, Lester McSwain. Sister, Lorene Kirkley

***Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday, July 6, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home.

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07/01/06

Shelda Lynn Greer - Hicks Mortuary announces services for 45 year old, Shelda Lynn Greer. Services will be this (Saturday) afternoon at one o’clock, at East Liberty Baptist Church. Burial will be in East Liberty Cemetery.

Among Ms. Greer’s survivors are her father, Weldon Greer, Senior, her mother, Ruby Nell Greer, one son, Michael Greer, of Center, one daughter, LaTonya Greer, of New Orleans, and two brothers, Gustarvus Neatherly, of Center, and Weldon Greer, Junior, of Houston

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05/01/06

Tommy Ray Byrd - Tommy Ray Byrd, 47, of Joaquin passed away Monday, May 01, 2006 at his home. Services will be 11 am Wednesday, May 3, 2006, Mangum Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Sam Glover officiating, burial will follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha.

Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 5 pm until 9 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born July 23, 1958 in Dallas, Texas to birth parents Ernest & Maudine (Moore) Byrd, Adoptive parents, William Henry & Jessie Lorene (Settles)Byrd.

He was a member of Logansport Missionary Baptist Church.

He is survived by: Wife, Patricia Byrd of Joaquin, Daughter, Crystal Alexander & husband, Jonathan of Stephenville and Daughter, Jessica Byrd of Joaquin. Mother in law, Frances Byrd of Joaquin, Numerous Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Friends.

Pallbearers: Brandon Byrd, Dustin Byrd, Chester Byrd, Roy Byrd Jr, Cory Byrd & Ray Wright.

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05/02/06

Jack Benny Jackson - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 68 year old, Jack Benny Jackson, of Center. Services will be Saturday afternoon at two o’clock, at Mount Zion C-M-E. Interment will be in Westview Cemetery.

Among Mr. Jackson’s survivors are his mother, Elsie Jackson, of Galveston, one son, Craig Garrett, of Center, three sisters, Gail Senegal, of Houston, and Cynthia Hughes and Ann Jackson, both of Galveston, and two brothers, Weston Jackson, Junior, of Galveston, and Johnny Jackson, of Humble

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05/03/06

Ima Jean Parks - Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 68 year old, Ima Jean Parks, of Center. Graveside services will be tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon at four o’clock, at Spann’s Chapel. Visitation will be this (Wednesday) evening from five until nine o’clock, at Mangum Funeral Home.

Among Ms. Parks’ survivors are her husband, Jimmie Parks, of Center, five children, Charles Parks, Shelby Tyre, Susan Windham, Rose Ramirez, and Lance Parks, all of Center, and one brother, Joe Spann, of Cleveland.

Burnard Watson - Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces pending services for 92 year old, Burnard Watson, of San Augustine.

Among Mr. Watson’s survivors are two sons, Elwin Watson, of Jasper, and Johnny Watson, of San Augustine.

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05/05/06

Gladys Schillings - 86, of Center, passed away Friday, May 5, 2006. Ms. Schillings was born March 24, 1920 in Hemphill, Texas to Vestal Metcalf and Mertie Burgess Metcalf. She was a member of Sardis Pentecostal Church.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, May 7, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. James Goodwin officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Springs Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas.

Pallbearers will be Phillip Scarborough, Danny Scarborough, Michael Warren, Larry Warren, Larry Chandler, Mark Kenderdine, Tommy Alford and M.C. Metcalf.

She is survived by: Son: Roy Weeks & wife Faye of Center. Daughter: Carolyn Jackson & husband O’Neal of Shelbyville. Stepdaughter: Frances Fountain of Lufkin.

Grandchildren: Joseph Schillings of Center, Anthony Schillings of Shelbyville, Raul Schillings of Center, Dena Weeks of Lufkin, Jason Weeks of Clear Lake, Tammy Weeks of Lufkin, Lisa Weeks of Lufkin, William Weeks of Center, Emral Weeks of Center.

Seven Great Grandchildren

Sister: Ruth Scarborough and husband Jeff of Huxley

Preceded in death by Parents & Brother, Clarence Metcalf

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday, May 6, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center

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05/08/06

Dean New - Mangum Funeral Home announces graveside services for Dean New, of Crosby. Services will be this (Monday) afternoon at three o’clock, at Border’s Cemetery. Among Mr. New’s survivors is his wife, Sherell Sanford New.

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George Lee "Nick" Ratcliff - McCoy Funeral Home in Houston announces services for 67 year old, George Lee “Nick” Ratcliff, formerly of Center. Services will be this Saturday in Houston, and interment will be in Houston. Among Mr. Ratcliff’s local survivors are Mary Lister and Frances Netherly

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05/09/06

Shirley Ann Nethery - Services for Shirley Ann Nethery, age 61, of Center will be held 11 am Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Gordon Vaughn, Bro. Kenneth West & Bob McDonald officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

She died Monday, May 8, 2006. She was born August 7, 1944 in Shelby County, Texas to Ernest Warr and Liddle Luman Warr.

Survivors include: Husband, Dr. J.N. Nethery of Center, Sons, Michael Neal Nethery of Center & Patrick Neal Nethery of Center. Sister, Ruby Smith & husband Ray of Center. Special Nephew, Rodger McLane & wife Brenda of Carthage. Special Great Nieces, Brandi, Kelly & husband Shane of Carthage & Laci Fenson & husband Brent of Carthage. Special Great Nephew, Rodger Glen McLane of Carthage. Special Great Great Niece, Alyssa Fenson of Carthage. Special Cousin, Kendra Warr Hilton. Also a host of loving friends.

Preceded in death by: Partents, Ernest Warr & Liddie Luman Warr & 5 brothers, Velt Warr, E.C. Warr, L.C. Warr, Bobby Ray Warr & Freddie Warr.

She was a Charter Member of Hillcrest Baptist Church in Center.

Pallbearers will be Bobby McCauley, Delton Pate, Matt Nethery, Bill Hughes, Gary McDonald, Bobby Watson, Royce Warr & Jerryl Adams.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Malcom Weaver, Billy McClelland, Rudy Robancho, Eddie Toole, Oran Warr, Dale Warr, Doyle Luman, Earl McSwain, Paul Ross, Kenneth Hughes, Billy Don Hughes, Maxie Eaves, Curtis Eaves, Tom Kimbro, Charlie Perry, Ric Lee, Bill Fenton, Billy Rodgers, K.P. Bradshaw & Noah Gene Warr.

Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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05/10/06

Temple Williams - Radar Funeral Home in Longview announces services for 78 year old, Temple Williams, of Longview and formerly of Center. Services will be this (Wednesday) afternoon at two o’clock, at Radar Funeral Home in Longview.

Among Mr. Williams’ survivors are his wife, Betty, of Longview, two sons, Greg and Bob-Walter Williams, both of Longview, three brothers, Buck Williams, of Center, Banks Williams, of the Woodlands, and Lowell Williams, of Longview, and two sisters, Bobbie, of Missouri, and Navesti, of Logansport.

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Lou Ellen Allen
Lou Ella "Lulu" Allen - Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 48 year old, Lou Ellen Allen, of Center. Services will be this Saturday morning at 11 o’clock at Triumph the Church and Kingdom of God in Christ. Interment will be in Westview Cemetery.

Among Ms. Allen’s survivors are four brothers, Raymond Allen, Junior, of Missouri City, Carlos and Kenneth Allen, of Center, and Johnny Allen, of Minnesota, and three sisters, Gwendolyn Allen and Delores Johnson, of Center, and Brenda Allen, of Grand Prairie.

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05/11/06

Evelia McSwain - 78, passed away May 11, 2006 at her home in Center. She was born July 4, 1927 in Center, Texas to Willie Johnson & Mary Brown Johnson. Mrs. McSwain loved nature and the outdoors, with a special fondness for birds, animals and plants. She and her husband operated Earl's Nursery for 18 years. She loved to travel and spent many hours on the road. Mrs. McSwain cared deeply for her family.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm on Sunday, May 14, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Rev. Eddie Mahan officiating. Interment will follow at Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas.

Pallbearers will be Sam Mahan, K.P. William, Royce Lynn Johnson, Robert McSwain, Glynn McSwain and Bryan McSwain.

Honorary pallbearers will be Hunter Bradshaw, Wayne Bittick, Bobby Holloway & Mike Walker.

She is survived by her loving husband, Earl McSwain. They would have celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on October 27th. Other survivors are her devoted granddaughters Betty Jo Inman of Arizona and Dawna Jo Inman of Dallas, Brother Leroy Johnson and wife Betty of Kansas, sister Odell Strahan of Center and special niece Bonnie Nash of Center.

She also leaves behind numerous extended family members and acquaintances with fond memories of her hospitality and generosity.

She was preceded in death by her parents Willie Johnson & Mary Brown Johnson, her son Bobby Joe Inman and brothers Weizie, Eldridge and James Ray Johnson.

Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm Saturday, May 13, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Bruce Earl Edwards - Hick’s Mortuary announces services for 43 year old, Bruce Earl Edwards, of Center. Services will be Saturday afternoon at three o’clock, at Greer Street Church of Christ. Burial will be in Westview Cemetery. Visitation will be tomorrow (Friday) evening from 7:30 until 8:30 at Hick’s Chapel.

Among Mr. Edwards’ survivors are his parents, Ester Earl “Q.T.” and Pauline Edwards, one son, Anthony Edwards, of Center, one daughter, Tasha Edwards, of Mansfield Louisiana, and three sisters, Pamalyine Young, of Houston, Brenda Woodard, of Dallas, and Nicole Akil, of Houston

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05/12/06

Mr. E. Robert Whitt, Jr.
Mr. E. Robert Whitt, Jr., 63, passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at his residence in Joaquin, TX. He was born November 16, 1942 in Shreveport, LA to the late Ellis Robert Whitt, Sr. and Florence Ellen (Osborne) Whitt.

Funeral services celebrating his life will be held at Kilpatrick's Rose-Neath Southside Chapel, Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. with Masonic Rites. Officiating will be E. Ky Faciane of First Baptist Church of Bossier. Interment will follow in Forest Park West Cemetery, Meriwether Road.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home, Friday, May 12, 2006 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Mr. Whitt proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. He was a member of Masonic Lodge #362.

He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Chuck Williams and his niece, Kari Powell.

Mr. Whitt is survived by his wife of 42 years, Judy Williams Whitt; his son, Jeffrey Robert Whitt; his daughter, Kimberly Elaine Sherwood and husband, John; his sisters, Eleanor Jean Miguez, and Janet Carol Timmons; his grandchildren, Michelle and Haley Whitt, and Jennifer Sherwood; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.Rose-Neath Funeral Home

Southside Chapel, 687-1256

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Teresa Louise Scott Perry - Jenkins Funeral Home, in Mansfield, Louisiana, announces services for 28 year old, Teresa Louise Scott Perry, of Center. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 11 o’clock, at Old Mary Magdalene Baptist Church, in Harmon, Louisiana. Interment will be in Old Mary Magdalene Cemetery.

Ms. Perry is the sister of Amanda Benton.

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05/17/06

Joyce Ann Cunningham - Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 63 year old, Joyce Ann Cunningham, of Huxley. Services will be tomorrow (Thursday) morning at 10 o’clock, at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside service will be held tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon at three o’clock, at Brookside Cemetery, in Houston. Visitation will be this (Wednesday) evening from six until eight o’clock, at Mangum’s. The family requests that donations be made to the Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer Research Foundation get further details on making a donation by calling 1-888-888-3317.

Among Mrs. Cunningham’s survivors are her husband, Jim Cunningham, of Huxley, one daughter, Brenda Alford, of Center, her mother, Inez Scott, of Humble, one sister, Louise Gage, of Humble, and one brother, James Scott, of Humble.

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Shawna Pierce - Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces services for 33 year old, Shawna Pierce, of Palestine and formerly of San Augustine. Services will be tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon at two o’clock, at Grapevine Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in Lowe Cemetery.

Among Mrs. Pierce’s survivors are her husband, Russell Pierce, of Jewett, one daughter, Candy Lowe, of Broaddus, one son, Conner Pierce, of Jewett, her father, Vernon Ray Hightower, of Broaddus, her mother and step-father, Becky Hightower Whaley and husband Dan, of Tyler, one sister, Sherry Terry, of Marque, and one brother, James Ray Hightower, of Tyler.

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05/18/06

Skylar Shea Williams - Watson and Sons Funeral Home announces services for Skylar Shea Williams, infant daughter of Stephen & Tanya Williams of Center, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2006.

Graveside services will be held at 10 am on Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Powdrill Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas with Tim Perkins officiating.

She is survived by Parents: Stephen & Tanya Williams of Center, Maternal Grandmother, Jane Cooper of Center, Paternal Grandparents, Jay & Daree Williams of San Benitia, Paternal Great Grandmother Norvell Holt of Center. Also numerous aunts, uncles and other relatives.

Preceded in death by: Maternal Grandfather, Bill Cooper. Paternal Great Grandfather, Ira Holt, Paternal Great Grandfather, A.J. Williams.

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Vance Alvin “Brother Boy” Curtis - Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 85 year old, Vance Alvin “Brother Boy” Curtis, of Center. Graveside services will be tomorrow (Friday) morning at 10 o’clock, at West Hamilton Cemetery, in Shelbyville. Visitation is ongoing at Mangum Funeral Home.

Among Mr. Curtis’ survivors are his wife, Roxie Ann Curtis, of Center, three daughters, Freda Gandy and Rose Blackmond, both of Houston, and Tenia Stanford, of Center, and two step-sons, Edward Moorman and Jimmy Smith, both of Center.

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05/20/06

Charles Eric Jones - Charles Eric Jones, age 29, of Center, passed away Friday, May 19, 2006. He was born June 27, 1976 in Carthage to C.W. Jones and Kathryn Louise Clark Jones. Mr. Jones worked as a security guard for the Sand Hill Foundation.

Funeral services will be held at 10 am Monday, May 22, 2006 at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be Alfredo Villarreal, Gary Sparrow, Alton Clark, Chad Adams, Douglas Bragg and Bruce Windham. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Clark.

Survivors Include: Wife, Dianna Jones of Center. Daughter, Adreana Jones of Center. Mother, Louise Clark of Carthage. Father, C.W. Jones and wife Wanda of Beckville. Sister, Kelly Jones of Carthage. Preceded in death by Grandmother, Grace Biggers.

Visitation will be held from 6 pm to 8 pm, Sunday, May 21, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas.

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Lewis Bowden Hughes - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 80 year old, Lewis Bowden Hughes, of Timpson. Graveside services will be this (Saturday) afternoon at two o’clock, at Woodlawn Cemetery, in Timpson.

Among Mr. Hughes’ survivors are one son, Edgar Ell Hughes, of Carthage, one daughter, Ann Akers, of Houston, one brother, Charles Hughes, of Center, and one sister, Margie Baker, of Houston.

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Anita Kay Riddle Garrison - Taylor Funeral Home announces the passing of 59 year old, Anita Kay Riddle Garrison, of Timpson. Funeral services will be held a later date in Waynesboro, Virginia.

Among Mrs. Garrison’s survivors are her husband, Roy Garrison, Junior, of Timpson, her parents, Harold and Dorothy Riddle, and two stepsons, David Garrison, of Timpson, and Wayne Garrison, of Houston.

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Bill G. Ramsey - Billy G. Ramsey, age 79, passed away Friday, May 19, 2006 at Green Acres Nursing Home in Center.

Funeral services will be 10 am Monday, May 22, 2006, at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Lawrence Thompson & Bro. Sam Glover officiating and burial will follow at Lone Cedar Cemetery in Joaquin.

Visitation will be Sunday evening from 2 pm until 9 pm at Mangum Funeral Home. He was born September 13, 1926 in Joaquin to parents, Edward Lewis Ramsey & Euna Finklea Ramsey. He is preceded in death by his, Parents: Edward & Euna Ramsey, Brothers: Edward Lewis Ramsey II & William Alan Ramsey, Sisters: Pauline Gibbs, Jeanette Carriker & Mary Martin.

He is survived by Wife: Mildred Ramsey of Joaquin. Children: Almagene Sheffield of Porter, Rodney Ramsey of Old River, Billy Ramsey of Alvin. Grandchildren: Janie Lanham, John Salter, Mindy Salter, Alesia Ramsey, Dustin Ramsey, Colton Ramsey, Justin Ramsey, Amber Goodwin & Kelly Ramsey. Great Grandchild: Olivia Ramsey.

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05/22/06

Irene Dearing - Mangum Funeral Home announces services for Irene Dearing, of Webster. Graveside services will be tomorrow (Tuesday) morning at 11 o’clock, New Prospect Cemetery. Visitation will be this (Monday) evening at Mangum Funeral Home.

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Iva Dell Eddins - Watson and Sons Funeral Home announces services for 87 year old, Iva Dell Eddins, of Center. Iva Dell Eddins passed away Sunday, May 21, 2006 in Nacogdoches. She was born March 8, 1919 in Center to Ross Graves and Lou Emanis Graves. Ms. Eddins was a homemaker, mother and grandmother. She was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. Services will be Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock, at Watson and Sons Chapel in Center with Dr. Jack Smith officiating. Interment will follow at the New Hope Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Heath Harbison, Glenn Johnson, Danny Lawerence, Mike Nichols, Glen Cordray, Johny Covington, Jason Covington and Jason Smith.

Visitation will be today (Monday) and tomorrow (Tuesday) at Watson and Sons Funeral Home.

Among Ms. Eddins’ survivors are her son, Mike Hughes and wife Amanda, of Center. Grandson: Nick Hughes, of Center. Grandson: Kenneth Eddins & wife Amy of Carthage, Missouri. Granddaughter: Ally Hughes of Center. Great Grandchildren: Livi Eddins & Amanda Eddins of Carthage, Missouri. Brother, Fairy Graves and wife Geneva of Center. Sister, Lucy Hutton, of Center. Sister in law: Faye Graves of Center & Frances Graves of Timpson. Special Friend: Robert Creech of Center.

Preceded in death by: Husband Reggie Eddins, Children: Ronald Wayne Eddins, R.L. Eddins and Irene Nichols. Brothers: Ross Graves Jr., Larry Graves and Mahon Graves. Sisters: Ann Sherman, Willie Mae Fancher and Katie Bell Bridges.

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Vernon Jacobs - Mangum Funeral Home announces pending services for 66 year old, Vernon Jacobs, of Odessa

Among Mr. Jacobs’ survivors are his wife, Mary Jacobs, eight children, and his brother, Roy Jacobs, of Center.

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Antonio Woodrow Homan - Percy Garner and Son Mortuary announce pending services for 31 year old, Antonio Woodrow Holman, of Houston

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05/25/06

Erica Pearl Roberts - Community Funeral Home of Timpson announces services for 89 year old, Erica Pearl Roberts, of Timpson. Services will be Saturday morning at 11 o’clock, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, in Timpson. Interment will be in Antioch Cemetery. The body will lie in state Saturday morning from 10 until 11 o’clock. Among Ms. Roberts survivors are one brother, Henry Lee Roberts, of Houston.

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05/26/06

Charles Yarbrough - Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 73 year old, Charles Yarbrough, of Timpson. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 10 o’clock, at First Baptist Church in Timpson. Military graveside services will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be this (Friday) evening from six until nine o’clock, at Mangum Funeral Home.

Among Mr. Yarbrough’s survivors are his wife, Peggy Yarbrough, of Timpson, one daughter, Teresa Brown, of Rowlett, one sister, Retha Mize, of Tenaha, and three brothers, Drennon Yarbrough, of Hemphill, and Rogers and Joe Yarbrough, both of Center.

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Charles Richard "Bub" McLeroy - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 80 year old, Charles Richard “Bub” McLeroy, of Center and formerly of Gary. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 11 o’clock, at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in Corinth Cemetery. Visitation will be tomorrow (Saturday) morning from nine until 11 o’clock.

Among Mr. McLeroy’s survivors are two brothers-in-law, W. C. Brister, of Deer Park, and J. L. Crain, of Gary.

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05/31/06

Wylma Maurine Franks-Lilly - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 94 year old, Wylma Maurine Franks-Lilly, of the Stockman Community. Services will be Saturday afternoon at two o’clock, at Stockman United Methodist Church. Interment will be in Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday evening from six until eight o’clock.

Among Mrs. Lilly’s survivors are her daughter, Glenda Beth Lester, of Scottsville, and her daughter-in-law, Wanda Lilly, of Alabama.

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03/02/06

Velma Lee
Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 86 year old, Velma Lee, of Center. Services will be tomorrow (Friday) morning at 11 o’clock, at Mangum’s Chapel. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be this (Thursday) evening from five until eight o’clock. Among Ms. Lee’s Survivors are one son, Lawrence Edward Gandy, of Arizona, and two daughters, Barbara Tabaka, and Sandi Sample, both of Center.

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Alton L. Lee
Garrison Funeral Home announces services for 71 year old, Alton L. Lee, of Garrison. Services will be tomorrow (Friday) afternoon at two o’clock, at Garrison Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in Bethel Cemetery, in the Appleby Community. Visitation will be this (Thursday) evening from six until eight o’clock. Among Mr. Lee’s survivors are his wife, Loretta Lee, of Garrison, one son, Kenneth Lee, of Garrison, one daughter, Kathy Kortz, of Seguin, and three sisters, Mildred Watson, of Nacogdoches, and Johnnie Ruth Jopling, and LaMerle Bashinski, both of Garrison.

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03/03/06

Mildred Wigley Dean Langford
Funeral services for Mildred Wigley Dean Langford, 92. of Lufkin will be held Monday, March 6, 2006 at 1 pm in the First Assembly of God Family Church with Reverend Elbert Smart and Reverend Charles Wigley officiating. Graveside services will be held at 4 pm in the Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Mrs. Langford was born October 18, 1913 in Louisiana, to the late Winifred (Robinette) and Ed Carney , and died Thursday, March 2, 2006 in a local hospital. Mrs. Langford had resided in Lufkin since 2002. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Family Church. Survivors include her sons and daughter in law. Rev. Charles and Faye Wigley and Michael and Ginger Wigley, all of Conroe, daughter and son in law, Ann and Pastor Bob Lewis of Lufkin, stepdaughter, Joyce Dean of Nacogdoches, stepdaughter and son in law Carolyn and Ellis "Buddy" Patterson of Nacogdoches, stepson and daughter in law, Robert Earl and Janie Dean of Nacogdoches, 16 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 12 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Jasper Wigley, L.D. Dean and Larry Langford, and daughter Verna Putman. Pallbearers will be Mrs. Langford's grandsons: Mark Lewis, Dennis Lewis, Charlie Wigley, Dr. Larry Putman, David Putman and Daron Wigley. The family extends special thanks to the wonderful nursing staff at Pinecrest Methodist Retirement Community, Dr. Kyle Krohn and the nursing staff of Woodland Heights Step Down. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Sunday evening at the funeral home.
Carroway Claybar Funeral Home, Lufkin, directors.

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Lela Parker
Graveside services for 97 year old, Lela Parker, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, will be held Monday morning at 11 o’clock, at Oaklawn Memorial Park Cemetery, in Center. Among Ms. Parker’s survivors are a daughter, Marjorie Culver, of Oklahoma, a son, Billy Rae Parker, of Georgia, and a brother, Hoy McMahon, of Center.

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Freddy V. Cook
Garrison Funeral Home announces services for 69 year old, Freddy V. Cook, of Garrison. Military graveside services will be Monday Morning at 10 o’clock, at Greenwood Cemetery, in Garrison. Visitation will be tomorrow (Sunday) afternoon from two until four o’clock, at Garrison funeral Home. Among Mr. Cook’s survivors are two son, Rodger Cook, of Buffalo, and Robert Cook, of Nacogdoches, two daughters, Margaret “Missy” Williams, of Garrison, and Bonnie Risinger, of Mount Enterprise, two brothers, Johnny Cook, of Garrison, and Jack Cook, of Henderson, and three sisters, Lily Lou Adams, of Center, Jane Jordan, of California, and Frances Cook, of Dallas.

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03/04/06

Mirther "Pat" Picolla Patrick
Mithe Picolla Patrick, know to many as Pat Patrick, passed away March 4, 2006 at her home in Savoy, Texas at the age of 81. Ms. Patrick was born July 13, 1924 in Hall Summit, Louisiana to parents Dewey and Susie Smith who preceded her in death. She married Thomas Alton Patrick on September 17, 1940 in Coushatta, Louisiana and moved to West Carroll Parish Louisiana soon afterward, living there for many years while farming and raising a family. She later moved to Kilgore, Texas before finally moving to Savoy, Texas in her job as a USDA inspector, where she resided for over 20 years. She loved gardening and being outdoors. She also spent many hours playing dominos and cards with her friends. Funeral services will be held at 1 pm on Monday, March 6, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Carl Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center, Texas.

Survived by : Children, Tom Patrick and wife Sachiko, Joyce Kane and husband Jack, Jinx Preble, Barbara Kelly and husband Paul, Ron Patrick and wife Linda. Grandchildren, Chuck Kane, Lisa Patrick, Michelle Preble, Stephen Cole, Pam Rachal, Erin Patrick, Donnie Preble and Megan Patrick. Sister, Myrtis Holloway. Also a number of nieces, nephews, a host of extended family and long time friends who will all remember her with love. She is preceded by an infant son, Dewey Lynn Patrick. Visitation will be held from 5:30 pm to 7 pm Sunday, March 5, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Dessie Jones
Graveside services for Bessie Jones, 92, of Center, formerly of Joinersville, will be held at 2 pm, Sunday March 5, 2006 at Mount Hope Cemetery with Rev. John Cheney officiating. Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery under the direction of Crawford Crim Bryan Funeral Home in Henderson.

Mrs. Jones died March 3, in Center. She was born on Feb. 5, 1914, in Point, Texas. She was a member of West Main Baptist Church in Henderson and was employed as a cook with Gaston Schools.

Family will recieve friends from 5-7 pm Saturday, March 4, 2006 at the funeral home.

Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by her husband, George W. Jones and on granddaughter. Survivors include: Three sons and daughters in law, Jimmy and Pat Jones of Carrollton, George W. and Ruth Jones of Center and Billy Joe and Linda Jones of Longview. Five grandchildren and Seven great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Mount Hope Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 68, Joinerville, Tx. 75658. Online tributes and condolences may be made to www.mem.com

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JoAnn O'Rear Lanigan
JoAnn Lanigan, 74, of Shreveport, passed away Friday, March 3, 2006. She was born November 24, 1931 in Shelby County, Texas to Joe O'Rear and Hilda Wych O'Rear. Mrs. Lanigan was a 1949 graduate of Shelbyville High School and was Catholic faith.

Graveside services will be held at 2 pm Sunday, March 5, 2006 at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley, Texas with Bro. Luke Garrett officiating

Survivors include: Husband, Kenneth Lanigan of Shreveport, La. and Daughter, Pat Lanigan and Roger Clark of Shreveport, La.

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03/05/06

Samuel R. (Sammy) Daw
Sammy Daw, age, 68 of Willis, Texas, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2006. He was born November 30, 1937 in Vivian La. to M. D. (Sarks) Daw and Pardita Miller Daw. Mr. Daw was a 1956 graduate of Joaquin High School and a 1961 graduate of Texas A&M. Funeral services will be held at 11 am Wednesday, March 8, 2006 at the First Baptist Church in Joaquin, Texas with Rev. John Davis and Rev. Charles Freeman officiating. Interment will be in the Joaquin Cemetery. Survivors Include: Wife, Carolyn Cockrell Daw of Willis, Daughters, Mary Angela Daw of Virginia Beach Va., Suzannne Huntand husband Eric of Coppell, Grandson, Thomas Austin Carriker of Coppell, Sister, Marlanne Gordon of Portland, Oregon, Mother in law, Oleta Cockrell of Joaquin. Visitation will begin at 11 am Tuesday, March 7, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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03/06/06

William "Bill" Smith
William "Bill" Smith, 71, died Saturday, March 4, 2006 at his home in Livingston, Tx. He was born September 23, 1934 in Houston, Tx. Bill was Police Chief in Livingston from 1976 to 1983. He also worked as Chief Deputy in Walker County and for the Houston Metro Police. He retired from the Navy having attained the rank of SMC. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 7, 2006 at 10 am at Trinity Lutheran Church with Pastor Herb Graf officiating. Burial will be held in Strong Cemetery in Center, Texas at 3 pm. He is survived by Wife Sally Joneil Smith of Livingston, Son, Tim Smith & wife Debbie of Livingston, Daughter, Mary Beth Terry of San Saba, 6 Grandchildren, Brother, Jerry Smith & wife Angle of Austin, Brother, Jack Smith of Montgomery. He was preceded in death by his father Carl Smith and his mother Syble Harrison Smith.

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03/07/06

Jakendrick Maurice Roland
Community Funeral Home, of Center announces memorial services for infant, Jakendrick Maurice Roland, of New Harmony. Memorial services will be this (Tuesday) morning at 11 o’clock, at Bennet Chapel Cemetery. Infant Jakendrick Roland is the son of Angela Cartwright and Lakendrick Roland.

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Richard Stanley Ballard
Stephenville Funeral Home announces services for 70 year old, Richard Stanley Ballard, of Dublin. Services will be Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock, at Stephenville Funeral Home. Graveside services will be Thursday morning at 10 o’clock, at Oaklawn Memorial Park, in Center. Memorials may be made to the Leukemia Society. On-line condolences may be made to www.funeralhmtx.com. Among Mr. Ballard’s survivors are his wife, Rebekah, three daughters, Egypt Morgan, of Granbury, Deanna Quirl, of Little Elm, and Rachel Bretthorst, of Mississippi, Mother, Peggy Dee Ballard, of Carthage, and one sister, Nancy Mills, of Carthage.

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Zelma Brewer
Sid Roberts Funeral Home announces services for Zelma Brewer, of Nacogdoches. Services will be Thursday morning at 11 o’clock, at Zion Hill First Baptist Church, in Nacogdoches. Interment will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery. Visitation will begin tomorrow (Wednesday) morning at 10 o’clock, and will continue until five p.m. at Sid Roberts Funeral Home; a pre-celebration of her life will be held tomorrow (Wednesday) evening from six until eight o’clock at Bethel Temple Church of God in Christ, in Nacogdoches.

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03/08/06

Shirley Tippit
Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 76 year old, Shirley Tippit, of Center. Services will be this (Wednesday) afternoon at one o’clock, at White Rock Cemetery. Visitation will be this (Wednesday) morning from eight until noon at Mangum Funeral Home. Among Ms. Tippit’s survivors are one son, Louis Ciccone, of Colorado, one daughter, Virginia Self, of Oklahoma, and two brothers, Jimmy Corder, of California, and Bobby Corder, of Crosby.

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Sanders Dixon
Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 67 year old, Sanders Dixon, of the Mount Gillion Community. Servcies will be Friday morning at 11 o’clock, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Interment will be in Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Among Mr. Dixon’s survivors are his wife, Sheila Dixon, of Center, two sons, Tiquan Dixon and Scotty Emanis, both of Center, two daughters, Leslie Courmier, of Center, and Emmie Bailey, of Shelbyville, three brothers, Robert Dixon, of Houston, L. B. Brown, of Nacogdoches, and Ray Dixon, of Louisiana, and two sisters, Velma Brown, of center, and Chanie Grubbs, of Silsbee.

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Ethridge Ford "Sam" Cobb
Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces services for 64 year old, Ethridge Ford “Sam” Cobb, formerly of San Augustine County. Services will be Friday afternoon at one o’clock, at McMahon Chapel. Burial will be in Tebo Ranch Cemetery. Among Mr. Cobb’s survivors are his wife, Judith, one daughter, Heidi Cobb, of Fort Worth, and two sons, Tyler Cobb, of Fort Worth, and Trey Cobb, of Weatherford.

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Johnny Ray Cartwright
Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 49 year old, Johnny Ray Cartwright, of the New Harmony Community. Services will be Saturday morning at 11 o’clock, at Triumph First Pentecostal Church. Interment will be in Bennett Chapel Cemetery. Among Mr. Cartwright’s survivors are his mother, Velma Cartwright, of Shelbyville, his wife, Linda Sue Cartwright, of San Augustine, one son, Vincent Cartwright, of Shelbyville, three brothers, T. C. Cartwright, Junior, of Shelbyville, Clifton Earl Cartwright, of Tenaha, and Tommy Charles Cartwright, of Orange, and three sisters, Margie Faye Garrett, Emma Jean Cartwright, and Mary Thompson, all three of Shelbyville.

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03/09/06

Sanders Dixon
Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 67 year old, Sanders Dixon, of the Mount Gillion Community. Services will be tomorrow (Friday) morning at 11 o’clock, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Interment will be in Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Among Mr. Dixon’s survivors are his wife, Sheila Dixon, of Center, two sons, Tiquan Dixon and Scotty Emanis, both of Center, two daughters, Leslie Courmier, of Center, and Emmie Bailey, of Shelbyville, three brothers, Robert Dixon, of Houston, L. B. Brown, of Nacogdoches, and Ray Dixon, of Louisiana, and two sisters, Velma Brown, of Center, and Chanie Grubbs, of Silsbee.

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James Carroll Oliver
Taylor Funeral Home announces the passing of 80 year old, James Carroll Oliver, of Timpson. A memorial service will be held at a later date. His body has been cremated. Among Mr. Oliver’s survivors are his wife, Georgette Pauwles Oliver, of Timpson, one son, Jimmy Carroll Oliver, of Mineola, three brothers, Gordon Oliver, of Houston, Dr. Byron Oliver, of the Virgin Islands, and Cecil Oliver, of Timpson, and two sisters, Bess Reeves, of Center, and Caroline Elliott, of Houston

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Mark Tracy Allen
Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces pending services for 35 year old, Mark Tracy Allen, of San Augustine. Among Mr. Allen’s survivors are his wife, Starla Allen, of San Augustine, three daughters, Sierra Allen and Cheyenne Allen, both of San Augustine, and Krystine Allen, of Hudson, one son, John Allen, of Hudson, his parents, Roy Roscoe Allen, Senior, and Rachel, of Chireno, three brothers, Michael and Roy Roscoe Allen, Junior, both of Chireno, and Wayne, and one sister, Jeannie.

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03/12/06

Ruth Haley Bridwell
Ruth Haley Bridwell, age 88, of Center, passed away Saturday, March 11, 2006. She was born May 21, 1917 in Mineola to Benjamin Denton Haley and Daisy Mae Haley. Mrs Bridwell was a member of the First Baptist Church in Center. She taught the third and fourth grade Sunday school class at First Baptist for over 38 years. Mrs. Bridwell was a homemaker, mother and grandmother. She had been a resident of Shelby County for most of her life. Funeral services will be held at 11 am Monday, March 13, 2006 at Waston & Sons Chapel with Rev. Carl Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. In lieu of flowers. Memorial donations may be made to the Lottie Moon Mission Fund at the First Baptist Church in Center. Pallbearers will be Randy McLeroy, Wade Anderson, Charlie Barr, Johnny Barr, Danny West and Delbert Beckham. Honorary pallbearer will be Joe Anderson. Survivors Include: Sons, James H. Bridwell of Austin, L.E. "Buddy" Bridwell and wife Tina of Center. Son in law, R.W. White of Santa Fe, Brother, James W. Haley and wife Frances of Mineola, Sister in laws, Blanche Haley of Center and Mary E. Haley of Center. Numerous Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and Great Great Grandchildren. Also a number of nieces, nephews & a host of friend. Preceded in Death by Parents, Benjamin Denton Haley and Daisy Mae Holmes Haley, Husband, L.H. Bridwell, Daughters, Bobbie Jane White and Daisy Mae Bridwell, Brothers, Eugene "Pete" Haley, Edwin Haley and Denton Haley. Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm Sunday, March 12, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas.

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Maria Hernandez
Maria Hernandez, age 51, of Center, passed away Saturday, March 11, 2006 at Memorial Health System of East Texas in Lufkin. Services will be 2 pm Monday, March 13, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center, Texas. Visitation will be Sunday, March 12, 2006 at Noon until 9 pm and Monday starting at 8 am and untill service time. She was born July 18, 1954 in Tamazunchale S.L.P, Mexico to Reyes Martinez & Marelane Hernandez. Surviving Relatives: Husband, Erasto Hernandez Sr. of Center. Children: Valdemar & Marua Hernandez of Center, Edith & Abraham Chavira of Center, Gustaro Hernandez of Center, Erasto Jr. & Guadalupe Hernandez of Center and Mayte & Jose Rios of Martinville. 9 Grandchildren: Almerleyder, Gabriel, Yarasella, Ivan, Rosio, Veronica, David, Cinthia Itzel, & Yareli. Services under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home.

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03/13/06

Lutishia B. Hatton
Lutishia B. Hatton, 79, of Center, passed away March 12, 2006 in Nacogdoches. Ms. Hatton was born August 4, 1926 in the Patroon Community of Shelby County to Ebb W. and Mary Dwire Campbell. She was a member of Hurst Street Church of Christ. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, March 15, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home, with Kyle Campbell & Jeremy Ferguson officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas. Pallbearers will be Dan Eddins, Mark Price, Ted Eddins, Cliff Sedtal, Mike Eddins & Brett Hatton. She is survived by: Son: Lynn Hatton & wife Linda of Rye, Daughters: Sue Eddins & husband Ted of Lufkin, Diann Price & husband Teague of Logansport. 6 Grandchildren & 1 Step Grandchild, 5 Great Grandchildren. Sister,Patsy Jones & Charlie of Patroon. Brownie Jo Minton & husband Marlon, Jr. of Mauriceville. Sister-in-Law: Wilma Campbell of Center. Preceded by: husband, Lem Hatton. Grandson, David Price. Brother, Elmo Campbell.

* Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tuesday, March 14, 2006 at Watson & Son Funeral Home in Center.

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J.C. Spruiell
J.C. “Jake” Spruiell, of Shelbyville, devoted husband, father, and grandfather peacefully departed this life on Sunday, March 12, 2006 in Tyler at the age of 68. J.C. was born March 9, 1938 in Tahoka to Fred and Noveta Pauline Spruiell. He moved to Shelbyville from Marble Falls, Texas in 1996. J.C. attended South Plains College in Levelland. He married Carol Ann McCrary on March 3, 1967 in Brownwood. J.C. was employed as a supervisor by Amoco Production for 45 years and retired in 1998. He served in the U.S. Air Force, was a Worshipful Master for Shelbyville Masonic Lodge, and was a member of Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church. He was a devoted husband and enjoyed his children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Pauline Spruiell and a sister, Linda Hoyt. Those left to mourn his passing include his wife, Carol; one daughter, Jan and husband Ted Currington of Levelland; two sons: Jesse and wife Shelli Spruiell of Marble Falls, and Tim Spruiell of Nacogdoches; six grandchildren: Christi and husband Matt Reed, Chad and wife Ann Currington, and Justin, Corky, Randy, and Landon Spruiell; three great grandchildren: Layton and Kyler Reed, and Brylee Currington; Five brothers; Bill Spruiell of Joaquin, Howard Spruiell of Center, Bobby Spruiell of Austin, Freddy Spruiell and Ronnie Spruiell of Levelland; four sisters; Juanita Leonard of Denison, Trudy McArthur of Spur, Jan Blankenship of Granite Shoals, and Shelly Kelsay of Ariel Wash.; and several nieces and nephews. Celebration of life services will be held at 2 pm on Wednesday March 15, 2006 at the Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Bobby Warr and Bro. Wilton Blackmon officiating. Graveside services officiated by Robert Risinger and fellow lodge brothers will follow at Strong Cemetery. The family will greet friends on Tuesday, March 14, 2006 from 6 – 8 pm at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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03/14/06

Thelma Bush Langley
Thelma Bush Langley, age, 94, of Center, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2006 at Pine Grove Nursing Home in Center. Services will be 10 am Thursday, March 16, 2006 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Tim Perkins officating, burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Visitation will be Wednesday from 10 am until 8 pm at Mangum Funeral Home. She was born May 21, 1911 in Shelby County to Jess & I.T. Bush. She was member of the Hurst Street Church of Christ. Preceded in death by Parents: Jess & I.T. Bush, Husband: Ray Langley, Brother: Ray Bush, Nephew: David McSwain, & Great Nephew: Mitchell McSwain. Surviving Relatives: Brother & Sister in law: Ozroe & Juanita Bush of Center. Sister & Brother in law: Fay McSwain Allen & husband Bill of Bradley, Ark. Nieces: Carolyn Golden of Center, Connie Stewart & Husband, Ronnie of Mt. Pleasant. Nephews: Larry McSwain & wife Rose of Center, Kelly Ray Bush of Pasadena. Services under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home.

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Wayne Boyett
Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 51 year old, Wayne Boyett, of Joaquin. Services will be tomorrow (Wednesday) afternoon at two o’clock, at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Brookland Cemetery, in Joaquin. Brother Wayne Jones and Brother Ron McClelland will officiate. Visitation is this (Tuesday) evening from four until eight o’clock, at Mangum Funeral Home. Among Mr. Boyett’s survivors are his mother, Bernice Boyett, of Joaquin, two brothers, Johnnie Joe Boyette, of Newton, and Jackie Boyett, of Joaquin, and one sister, Mary Stanley and husband Gary, of Joaquin.

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03/15/06

Laura Lynn Tremaine
Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 41 year old, Laura Lynn Tremaine, of Timpson. Services will be tomorrow (Thursday) morning at 10 o’clock, at First Baptist Church in Garrison. Interment will be in Mount Olive Cemetery. Among Ms. Tremaine’s survivors are her mother, Judy Crump, of Timpson, maternal grandmother, Gordon Freund, of Shreveport, paternal grandmother, Margaret Gayeski, of Florida, husband, Scott Tremaine, of Highlands, son, Scotty Tremaine, of Timpson, daughter, Tabitha Rawlinson, of Timpson, one brother, Avery Wedding, of Timpson, and one sister, Terri Strahan, of Timpson.

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Robert Wilson
Percy Garner and son Mortuary announces services for 81 year old, Robert Wilson, of San Augustine. Services will be tomorrow (Thursday) morning at 11 o’clock, at China Chapel Baptist Church, in San Augustine. Interment will be in Redland Cemetery. Visitation is today (Wednesday) from noon until seven p.m. at Garner Chapel. Among Mr. Wilson’s survivors are his wife, Bessie Wilson, of San Augustine, one daughter, Ellen Joy Mosby, of San Augustine, five sons, Benny J., Thomas and James Lynn Wilson, all three of San Augustine, and Robert Junior and Allen Wilson, both of Houston, and one brother, Eddie Wilson, of San Augustine.

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Jean Williams Bird Turpin
Garrison Funeral Home announces services for 83 year old, Jean Williams Bird Turpin, of Garrison. Services will be Friday afternoon at one o’clock, at Garrison Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, in Timpson. Visitation will be tomorrow (Thursday) evening from six until eight o’clock. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Garrison First Baptist Church or to the Alzheimer’s Association. Among Ms. Turpin’s survivors are two daughters, Kathryn Gardner, of Ore City, and Sue Grimes, of Cedar Park, three sons, John Bird, of Trinity, James Turpin, of Tomball, and Dan Turpin, of Houston, one brother, Bill Williams, of Holly Springs, and one sister, Mrs. Novis Moore, of Dallas.

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Mark "Tuck" Singleton
Percy Garner and Son Mortuary announces services for 98 year old, Mark “Tuck” Singleton, of Geneva. Services will be Saturday morning at 11 o’clock, at Countyline Baptist Church in Geneva. Interment will be in Countyline Cemetery. Visitation is Friday from noon until seven p.m. at Garner Chapel. Among Mr. Singleton’s survivors are three sons, Calvin Singleton, of Fort Worth, Jerry Wayne Singleton, of Center, and Lester Earl Singleton, of Newton, and five daughters, Florine Barnes, of Mesquite, Eartha Wynell Singleton, of Geneva, Jeanette Singleton, of Geneva, Caroly Jean Young, of Newton, and Jannie Latham, of Hemphill.

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Eddie Arthur Cross Junior
Community Funeral Home of Timpson announces services for 28 year old, Eddie Arthur Cross Junior, of Timpson. Services will be Saturday afternoon at one o’clock, at First Assembly of God in Timpson. Interment will be in Smyrna Cemetery.

Among Mr. Cross’s survivors are his mother, Rubsy Ann Furch, of Fort Worth, and his father, Eddie Arthur Cross Senior, of Timpson.

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03/16/06

Johnny "Jack" Vaught
Services for Johnny “Jack” Vaught, of Orange and formerly of Stockman, will be held this (Thursday) afternoon at four o’clock, at Mount Olive Cemetery, in the Silas Community. Among Mr. Vaught’s survivors are his wife, Arlene, four sisters, Shirley Fancher, Vernell Malone, Fay Bolton, and Mae Minton, and two brothers, Laurel Vaught, and Max Vaught.

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Oren Booth
Hick’s Mortuary announces pending services for Oren Booth, of Center.

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03/17/06

Mozelle Bright
Mozelle Bright, 82, of Center, passed away Friday, March 17, 2006. Ms. Bright was born January 14, 1924 in Shelby County, Texas to George L. Williams & Vena Bailey Williams. She was of Pentecostal faith. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm on Sunday, March 19, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. M.D. Lamon officiating. Interment will follow at White Roch Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas.

Pallbearers will be Johnny Mac Windham, Buck Green, Joey Spinks, Edward Williams, Brian Bright and Robert Bright Jr.

She is survived by: Son, Robert Bright & wife Kathy of Nacogdoches. 10 Grandchildren & a number of Great Grandchildren. Sisters: Mary Swagger & husband Joe of Vidor, Jean Windham & husband Tom of Center, Pauline Garrison of Dallas. Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm Saturday, March 18, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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Fernella Eddins
Fernella Russell Eddins, 94, of Center, passed away Thursday, March 16, 2006. Ms.Eddins was born January 21, 1912 in Shelby County, Texas to David A. Russell & Elizabeth A. Jarry Russell. She was a retired teacher and member of Mt. Herman Church of Christ. Funeral services will be held at 4 pm on Sunday, March 19, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Kyle Campbell officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas. She is survived by: Sons, Ted Eddins & wife Sue of Lufkin, L.D. Eddins of Center. Grandchildren, Dan Eddins & wife Karen of Lufkin, Ted Eddins Jr. & wife Loretta of Lufkin, Mike Eddins of Lufkin. Great Grandchildren: Daniel Eddins, Ashley Eddins, John David Eddins, Abby Eddins, & Justin Steptoe. Preceded in death by husband, Lomer D. Eddins. Visitation will be held from 6 pm to 8 pm Saturday, March 18, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

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03/20/06

Mable Edith Fuller Allbritton
Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces services for 99 year old, Mable Edith Fuller Allbritton, of Broaddus. Services will be this (Monday) afternoon at two o’clock, at Wyman Roberts Chapel. Interment will be in Broaddus Cemetery.

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Roy H. Ramsey
Taylor Funeral Home announces pending services for 92 year old, Roy H. Ramsey, of Lufkin, and formerly of Timpson.

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Annie Mae O'Neal
Community Funeral Home of Center announces pending services for 69 year old, Annie Mae O’Neal, of Center.

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03/22/06

Frances V. Keener
Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 61 year old, Frances V. Keener, of Keithville, Louisiana. Services will be tomorrow (Thursday) morning at 11 o’clock, at Mangum’s Chapel. Burial will follow at Jackson Cemetery, in Joaquin.

Among Mrs. Keener’s survivors are her husband, Terry Keener, of Keithville, two daughters, Donna Holmes, of Shangaloo, Louisiana, and Dolly Procell, of Keithville, one son, Tommy Green, of Bossier City, Louisiana, one sister, Mary Smith, of Shreveport, one brother, Sonny Voight, of Longview, and two stepdaughters, Terry Mayberry, of Blanchard, Louisiana, and Jennifer Bassco, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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03/23/06

Charlcie Faye Keaster
Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces services for 66 year old, Charlcie Faye Keaster, of San Augustine. Services will be tomorrow (Friday) morning at 11 o’clock, at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Sowell Cemetery. Mrs. Keaster will lie in state at Bethel Missionary Church beginning at noon today (Thursday) and continuing until service time. Among Mrs. Keaster’s survivors are her husband, Lawson Keaster, of San Augustine, four sons, Paul, Roy, Darron and Arron Proctor, one daughter, Linda Eddings, and two stepsons, Jerry and Boyce Keaster.

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Annie Mae O'Neal
Community Funeral Home of Center announces services for 69 year old, Annie Mae O’Neal, of Center. Services will be Saturday at noon at Saint Paul Baptist Church, in Center. Interment will be in Westview Cemetery. Among Ms. O’Neal’s survivors are one sister, Bobbie O’Neal, of Dallas, and two brothers, Willie O’Neal, of Houston, and Charles O’Neal, of Center.

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Norean Evans
Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces services for 81 year old, Norean Evans, of San Augustine. Services will be Saturday afternoon at two o’clock, at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel. Burial will be in Dickerson Cemetery. Among Mrs. Evans’ survivors are her husband, James M. Evans, of San Augustine, two daughters, Pat Adkins, and Maxine Rogers, both of San Augustine, three sons, Elton and Charles Evans, both of San Augustine, and Calvin Evans, of Nacogdoches, one brother, Vernon Hightower, of San Augustine, and three sisters, /Frankie Davis, of Clyde, Katie Willey, of Nederland, and Lola Runnels, of Nacogdoches.

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03/24/06

Geraldine "Sissy" Sanford - Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 63 year old, Geraldine “Sissy” Sanford, of Mexia. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at one o’clock at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Border’s Cemetery. Among Ms. Sanford’s survivors are her sister, Joyce Mayo, of Lufkin, and her stepfather, Aaron Mayo and wife, Velma, of Lufkin.

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Shirley Simon Ford - Memorial services have been announced for 92 year old, Shirley Simon Ford, of San Augustine. Services will be held Saturday afternoon at two o’clock, at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

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03/27/06

Bernice Pate - Bernice Tamplin Pate, 80, of Huxley, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2006. She was born March 23, 1926 in Shelbyville to Levi Tamplin & Veriel Bailey Tamplin. Ms. Pate was a member of Lydia Missionary Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, March 29, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley, Texas. Pallbearers will be Donald Wayne Pate, Gary Boese, Ben Pate, Chuck Tamplin, Brodie Tamplin & Phillip Pedigo. She is survived by: Son: Donald Wayne Pate & wife Carolyn of Orange Daughter: Julie Boese & husband Gary of Magnolia Granddaughter:Lauren Pate of Orange Grandsons: Ben Pate of Houston Phillip Pedigo of Rio Rancho, New Mexico Great Granddaughter: Taylor Andrew of Orange Preceded in death by husband, J.E. Pate. ****Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Tuesday, March 28, 2006 at Watson & Son Funeral Home in Center****

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Eva Coyle - Watson and Sons Funeral Home announces pending services for 82 year old, Eva Coyle, of Center..

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Burce D. Martin - Services were held yesterday at Wyman Roberts Chapel for 77 year old, Bruce D. Martin, of Larue, and formerly of San Augustine County. Interment was in Lowes Chapel Cemetery.

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Lisa Rushing - Services were held yesterday at Wyman Roberts Chapel for 36 year old, Lisa Rushing, of Broaddus. Interment was in Broaddus Cemetery.

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Hooker Warr - Laird Funeral Home announces services for 95 year old, Hooker Warr, formerly of the Old Salem Community. Services will be this (Monday) afternoon at Laird Funeral Home in Nacogdoches. Interment will be in Mount Herman Cemetery.

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Debra Roberts Taylor - Garner and Son Mortuary announces pending services for 49 year old, Debra Roberts Taylor, of San Augustine.

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Mrs. Dilcy Borders - Garner and Son Mortuary announces pending services for 99 year old, Mrs. Dilcy Borders, of San Augustine.

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03/28/06

Modena Parker Manshack - 87, of Center, passed away Monday, March 27, 2006 in a Houston hospital. She was born September 22, 1918 in Shelby County to Chester Parker & Winnie Faulk Parker. She was a member of Campti Methodist Church.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, March 30, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Jimmy Steele & Bro. Ozay Ford officiating. Interment will follow at New Hope Cemetery in Shelby County, Texas.
Pallbearers will be Philip Jones, Bradley Odom, Ed Garcia, Kevin Denby, W.J. Goings, Brian Borders & Bill Collum.
She is survived by: Son: James Manshack & wife Ella of Center. Daughters: Helen Wilson & husband Maurice Huxley. Cherry Jones & husband Mike. Grandchildren: Carolyn Odom of Huxley, Catherine Garcia & husband Ed of Ft. Worth, Philip Jones & wife Amanda of Center, Susan Denby & husband Ken of Hallsville, Randy Hughes & wife Kathy of Nacogdoches. Great Grandchildren: Bradley Odom & wife Aleena of Tenaha, Ethan Garcia of Ft. Worth, Will Garcia of Ft. Worth, Ally Jones of Center, Chandler Jones of Center. Great Great Grandchild: Allison Odom of Tenaha Sister-in-Law: Gladys Hardy Preceded in death by: Husband, Melvin Manshack Parents, Chester & Winnie Faulk Parker Brother, Ellsworth Parker Sisters, Gladys Parker & Odell Whitley
****Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday, March 29, 2006 at Watson & Son Funeral Home in Center****

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Eva Coyle - 82, of Center, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2006 in a Shreveport hospital. She was born November 20, 1923 in Haskell, Texas to Henry Melvin Veach & Cora Ann Roman Veach. Ms. Pate was a member of White Rock Missionary Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be held at 4:00 pm on Thursday, March 30, 2006 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Jason Herbert officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center, Texas.
Pallbearers will be Stephen Shires, Cody Coyle, Steven Choat, Chris Spruiell, Allen Spruiell & Daniel Jacobs. She is survived by: Husband: W.R. (Dub) Coyle of Center. Daughter: Ann Calzada of Poplarville, Mississippi. Sons: J.B. (Ben) Coyle of Center. Keith Coyle & wife Renee of Gillette, Wyoming. Sister:Ruby Pate of Center. 12 Grandchildren: Wanda, Steve, Valorie, Cindy, Luisa, Felipe, Misty Skip, Cody, Cassie, Angela & Stephanie. 20 Great Grandchildren: Sasha, Michael, Nathan, Vance, Trenton, Kyle, Brooklyn, Rachael, Jaret, Ronnie, Scott, Jr., Tr?, TJ, Tamara, Tristen, Alexis, Kylie, Courtney, Javon & Trevon. 1 Great Great Grandchild: Mary Jane
Preceded in death by:Parents. Son, Kelly L. Coyle. Brothers, John Veach, Troy Veach, Osker Veach, Gene Veach. Sister, Pauline Spruiell .
****Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday, March 29, 2006 at Watson & Son Funeral Home in Center****

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Eugene Kelly Jefferson - Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces services for 85 year old, Eugene Kelly Jefferson, of Chireno. Services will be this (Tuesday) morning at 11 o’clock, at Shiloh Baptist Church. Interment in Shiloh Cemetery.

Among Mr. Jefferson’s survivors are his wife, Lela Jefferson, of Chireno, two daughters, Betty Collins, of Center, and Mary Ann Lock, of Center, two sons, Gary Jefferson, of Bossier City, and Tommy Jefferson, of Center, and one stepson, Neal John Shelton, of San Augustine.

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Angelia Diane Ballard - Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces services for 41 year old, Angelia Diane Ballard, of Nacogdoches. Services will be tomorrow (Wednesday) morning at Crossroads Christian Center, in San Augustine. Interment in Corinth Cemetery.

Among Ms. Ballard’s survivors are her husband, Timothy Ballard, of Bronson, two daughters, Klancie Bailey, of McKinney, and Laura Ashley, of Nacogdoches, two stepdaughters, Laurelyn Ward, of Weatherford, and Elizabeth Ballard, of Weatherford, a stepson, Timothy Ballard II, of Weatherford, her parents, Gene and Becky Barlow, of San Augustine, and one sister, Ondrea Fournier, of Canada

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William Burt - Laird Funeral Home of Nacogdoches announces services for 80 year old, William Burt, of Nacogdoches. Graveside services will be tomorrow afternoon at two o’clock, at Sunset Cemetery, in Nacogdoches. Visitation is this (Tuesday) evening from five until seven o’clock, at Laird Funeral Home.

Among Mr. Burt’s survivors are his wife, Syble, one daughter, Tona, both of Nacogdoches, and three brothers, Brother Vernon Burt, of Brookland, Don Burt, of Center, and Billy Burt, of Jasper.

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Olivia Cartwright - Percy Garner and Son Mortuary announces pending services for 84 year old, Olivia Cartwright-Wade, of Houston, and formerly of the East Liberty Community.

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Modena Parker Manchack - Watson and Sons Funeral Home announces pending services for Modena Parker Manchack, of Center. She passed away in Houston and services are pending.

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03/29/06

James Walter Verner - James Walter Verner, 95, passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2006 in Bryan. He was born March 8, 1911, 1.5 miles South East of Peacock, Texas in Stonewall County. He was the tenth child out of twelve born to John Wesley Verner and Myrtie Beatrice Moore Verner.
He was married to Velma Vallie Davis on April 29, 1939 in Commerce by Clyde McCurdy. From that union came three sons and four daughters. He was a retired Congregational Methodist Church pastor. Rev. Verner was a bi-vocational pastor and was active in much of North and East Texas. For five years he pastored in West Texas. His other profession was carpentry and he was proud to receive the 65 year carpenter’s pin.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, March 31, 2006 at New Hope Congregational Methodist Church with Rev. Raymond Robbins & Rev. Ned Chipley officiating. Interment to follow at New Hope Cemetery. He is survived by: Son:James Kenneth Verner & wife Evelyn Lawson Verner of Center. Daughters: Mary Frances Verner Mitchell & husband Roy of Nacogdoches. Naomi Verner Brimhall & husband Ron of Bryan. Martha Jane Verner Anderton & husband Merrell of Sheffield, Alabama. Carolyn Verner Wines & husband Darren of Lake Jackson, Texas. Daughter-in-Law: Betty Verner of Lufkin. Grandchildren: Craig Verner & wife Shannon of Quinlan. Timothy Verner of Center. Wanda Edwards & husband Paul of Lufkin. Sharon Maddox & husband Vance of Lufkin. June Merritt & husband Glen of Maryland. David Verner & wife Suzie of Virginia. Jason Verner & wife Ashley of Lufkin. Matthew Verner & wife Sarah of Bossier City, Louisiana. Cindy Pounds & husband Will of Lufkin. Stephen Mitchell & wife Jennifer of Dallas. 16 Great Grandchildren, 1 Great Great Grandchild. 3 Step Daughters. Preceded in death by:Wife, Velma whom died in March 1976. Wife of 22 years, Millie McDonald. Sons, Johnathan Verner & Gerald Verner. Daughter-in-Law, Laura B. Lee Verner.
****Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday, March 30, 2006 at Watson & Son Funeral Home in Center****

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Margie Jane Gipson-Deason - Garrison Funeral Home announces services for 66 year old, Margie Jane Gipson-Deason, of Garrison. Services will be tomorrow (Thursday) morning at 11 o’clock, at Cold Springs Cemetery, with interment to follow. Visitation is today (Wednesday) evening from five until seven o’clock, at Garrison Funeral Home.

Among Mrs. Deason’s survivors are her husband, James Deason, of Garrison, five sons, James Deason, of garrison, Jerry Deason, of Nacogdoches, Mark Deason, of Dallas, John Deason, of Arizona, and Billy Deason, of Appleby, three daughters, Liz Cox, of Nacogdoches, Felicia Long, of Houston, and Lisa Mings, of Austin, and two sisters, Betty Paenitz, of Nacogdoches, and Dorothy Farmacka, of Lufkin.

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Danielle Gipson - Community Funeral Home of Timpson announces services for 32 year old, Danielle Gipson, of Garrison. Services will be Saturday afternoon at two o’clock, at Mount Olive C-M-E Church. Interment in Mount Mariah Cemetery.

Among Miss Gipson’s survivors are her mother, Linda Gipson, her father, Roberts Gipson, six sisters, Darlene, Pamela, Katherine KaRentha, Sultana, and Donna Gipson, and three brothers, Bobby, Demarcus, and Timothy Gipson, all of Garrison.

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03/31/06

Mrs. Dilcy Borders - Garner and Son Mortuary announces services for 99 year old, Mrs. Dilcy Borders, of San Augustine. Services will be this (Friday) afternoon at one o’clock, at Saint Luke Baptist Church. Interment will be in Saint Luke Cemetery. A final viewing will be held one hour prior to the services today (Friday).

Among Mrs. Borders’ survivors are two sons, Edward Borders, of Houston, and Jesse Borders, of San Augustine, four daughters, Gracie Edwards, of San Augustine, Betty Holman, Pearline Tate and Joy Jean Borders, all of Houston, one brother, Clyde Matthews, of San Francisco, California, and one sister, Bertha Jordan, of Houston.

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Nancy Phillip Rhodes - Taylor Funeral Home announces services for 67 year old, Nancy Phillip Rhodes, of Tenaha. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 10 o’clock, at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in Old Home Cemetery. Visitation will be this (Friday) evening from five until eight o’clock, at Taylor Funeral Home.

Among Mrs. Rhodes’ survivors are her husband, Jerry Rhodes, of Tenaha, one daughter, Betty Cook, of Center, two brothers, Hollis and Delbert Phillips, of Louisiana, and one sister, Flora Rudd, of Joaquin.

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Olivia Cartwright-Wade - Percy Garner and Son Mortuary announces services for 84 year old, Olivia Cartwright-Wade, of Houston, and formerly of the East Liberty Community. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 11 o’clock, at Mount Horeb Baptist Church. Interment will be in Haley Bush Cemetery. Visitation is today (Friday) from noon until seven p.m. at Garner Mortuary Chapel. There will be a final viewing tomorrow (Saturday) one hour prior to service time.

Among Mrs. Wade’s survivors are three brothers, Reverend George Cartwright, Wesley Cartwright, and Robert Cartwright, all three of Houston, and four sisters, Dorothy Cartwright and Ovada Wade, both of Houston, and Mary F. Allen and Maggie Lawton, both of Waco.

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Johnnie Thompson - Community Funeral Home of Timpson announces services for 53 year old, Mrs. Johnnie Thompson, of Timpson. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 11 o’clock, at Greesly C-M-E Church, in the Concord Community. Interment will be in Greesly Cemetery.

Among Mrs. Thompson’s survivors are three daughters, Johnnie Elaine Thompson, of Center, Nicole Thompson, of Mount Enterprise, and Sonia R. Bruton, of Garrison, one son, Johnny Ray Thompson, of Garrison, and one sister, Ann Johnson, of Garrison.

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Debra Roberts Taylor - Garner and Son Mortuary announces services for 49 year old, Debra Roberts Taylor, of San Augustine. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at one o’clock, at True Vine Baptist Church. Interment will be in Haley Bush Cemetery. A wake will be held this (Friday) evening from seven until nine o’clock, at Garner Mortuary Chapel

Among Mrs. Taylor’s survivors are her husband, Aaron Louis Taylor, of San Augustine, her parents, Vera Joyce and Maurice Jones, of San Augustine, and Lonnie B. and Mary Roberts, of Houston, two sons, Remond Priestell Roberts, of Tyler, and Jewell Priestell Roberts, of San Augustine, one daughter, Taricka Shavon Taylor, of Fort Polk, Louisiana, one brother, Maverick Charles Roberts, of San Augustine, and one sister, Vera Lee McKenzie, of Georgia.

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Danielle Gipson - Community Funeral Home of Timpson announces services for 32 year old, Danielle Gipson, of Garrison. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at two o’clock, at Mount Olive C-M-E Church. Interment will be in Mount Mariah Cemetery.

Among Miss Gipson’s survivors are her mother, Linda Gipson, her father, Roberts Gipson, six sisters, Darlene, Pamela, Katherine KaRentha, Sultana, and Donna Gipson, and three brothers, Bobby, Demarcus, and Timothy Gipson, all of Garrison.

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Herman Alexander "Hap" McCall Junior - Mangum Funeral Home announces services for 72 year old, Herman Alexander “Hap” McCall, Junior, of Tenaha. Services will be tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at two o’clock, at First Baptist Church in Tenaha. Burial will follow at Old Union Cemetery. Visitation will be this (Friday) evening from six until eight o’clock, at Mangum Funeral Home.

Among Mr. McCall’s survivors are his wife, Lorraine McCall, of Tenaha, three sons, Howard McCall, of Lockhart, Walter McCall, of Big Spring, and Herman McCall, the Third, of Hallsville, and one daughter, Lorraine Roark, of Midland.