Obituaries
09/19/2023
Joe H. Hancock, 88, of Henderson, passed on this life on September 17, 2023, at his residence in Henderson.
Funeral service will be held at 11am on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at Crawford-A. Crim Funeral Home in Henderson with Rev. Toby Tipps officiating. Interment will follow at Short Cemetery in Shelby County near Center, Texas, at 3:30pm with Rev. Toby Tipps officiating.
The Family will receive friends from 10am until service time on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at Crawford-A. Crim Funeral Home.
Joe Harrison Hancock, born in Jasper, TX May 23, 1935 to Jim Martin Hancock and Ruby Faulkner Hancock. At the age of two years, Joe suffered with polio which affected his left leg. At that time his family moved to Henderson, TX and resided in the Church Hill area. He learned very early how to cope with his disability. He was a typical boy, riding horses, bicycles, rough housing with his many cousins. He was on crutches and wore a brace all his life. When he was 15 years old, his uncle Dewey Faulkner, who was a Mason, suggested he might qualify for a new surgery procedure at Scottish-Rite Hospital in Dallas. The Mason’s helped him to get in for evaluation. Joe was ready to try and his parents agreed to the surgery. The hospital only took children until they were 17, so Joe was one of their older patients.
There were multiple surgeries to be performed. They stopped the growth in his “good leg”, the right one. Then they had to stabilize his left side that was affected by the polio. They made his left hip stationary, his left knee where it would only bend so far, and his left foot stable. He stayed in the hospital during all of this time. After all the surgeries he was allowed to come home in a full body cast. He always told about riding home in the freezing cold and laying down in the back of Uncle Morgan’s pick up truck all the way from Dallas. I think he stayed in the body cast for six months and then went back to the hospital for the final time. He was almost 17 when he was released. This surgery was so new for polio victims and it was not always successful. Fortunately for Joe his worked and he was able to stand with a brace and use crutches. He could also wear a built up boot or shoe.
He graduated from Henderson High School, attended A&M for two years and returned to Henderson to work part time at a full service station. He was hired as a purchasing agent for Eastex Telephone Coop and was employed there for 12 years. He then worked in Dallas for Texas Power & Tel for a number of years. In 1967 he returned to Henderson, and on May 13, 1967 he married his life long partner, Sara Beth Foster, from Center, TX. Joe was not idle, he purchased a full service Texaco station and operated that for a number of years, then moved on to operate the Exxon station. Joe did not take a back seat in running these businesses, he serviced cars, pumped gas, fixed flats, did it all without crutches. His disability was never an issue. In approximately 1978 he was offered a partnership with his cousin, Euel Faulkner, to operate Highway Building Materials and Supply on Highway 79 S. He stayed there until the business sold around 1983.
In 1984, Joe welcomed his first child, Amber Joanna, and in 1986 along came a son, Seth Foster. These two were his greatest joy. During this time he was working with his brother, Jimmy Hancock, clearing land with heavy machinery. He had a passion for dozers and tractors, the bigger the better, which he has passed on to his son. In 1987 he retired and became a full time home care giver. He and Sara built their dream home in 1991 near his parents home.
Joe enjoyed life. He loved to go to the casinos and horse races. He liked baseball and was very involved with his sons ball games. He loved fishing and going with family on river fishing trips. The first date he and Sara ever had, he carried her fishing at a local pond. He was always the chauffeur wherever he went either with friends or family. He was a self taught carpenter and a self taught mechanic. It might not be perfect but it worked.
After his dad passed away in 1989 he was a care giver to his mother until her death. He devoted most of his time to family . In his later years he enjoyed reading and watching TV from his easy recliner and taking many long naps.
Joe did not like controversy and would ignore it or walk away rather than face it. He was kind to a fault, he would give you anything if it was within his power. He was considerate of other people. He loved his parents deeply, he was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
He was a fighter in the since that he wanted to live a normal healthy life and he accomplished that three-fold. Joe will be missed. His presence will be felt in so many places by his family. He will not be forgotten.
The family wishes to thank his long time friends and comfort givers, Rose Sparks and Carolyn Miller. They made his last years so much easier and always brought laughs and raised his spirits no matter his mood. Thanks to the nurses with Assist-Care for all the care provided.
Special thanks to dear friend Jan Tipps for the continuous stream of cards and calls.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Jim Martin and Ruby Faulkner Hancock of Henderson, TX, mother in-law and father in-law, Woodrow and Lorene Foster of Center, TX, brother-in-law, Gary Gullard from Minnesota, and sister, Ann Rives of Henderson, TX.
Survivors Include:
Wife of 56 years, Sara Foster Hancock of Henderson, Texas
Daughter, Amber Hancock and Tyler Speck of Tyler
Son, Seth Hancock and wife, Emily of Henderson
Brother, Jimmy Hancock and wife, Barbara of Henderson
Sisters:
Gay Nell Hilbert and husband, Charles of Pottsboro, Texas
Betty Gullard of Minnesota
Grandchildren:
Stella Speck
Samuel Speck
Beau Hancock
A host of nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers are Chance Griffith, Clint Partin, Reyburn Hilbert, Shannon Young, Seth Hancock, and Justin Pierce. Honorary Pallbearers will be Don Bassett, Kenny Bromley, Dean Hancock, Gene Hancock, Jimmy Hancock, and Joe Lee Powell.
Memorials may be made to the Scottish Rite for Children Hospital to: Development Department, Scottish Rite for Children, 2222 Welborn Street, Dallas, TX 75219 or at https://scottishriteforchildren.org/
Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.crawfordacrim.com.
09/19/2023
George Bertrum Lathom, 71 of Houston, Texas, died Friday, September 15, 2023 at Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas.
Mr. Latham was born to the late Johnny Bert Lathom and Lucy V. Cotton Lathom on October 15, 1952.
Visitation is Saturday, September 23, 2023, from the hours of 10am to 11am at Willing Workers Baptist Church 6900 Weaver Road Houston, Texas 77028.
Services are scheduled for Saturday, September 23, 2023, at 11am at Willing Workers Baptist Church 6900 Weaver Road Houston, Texas 77028.
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary and Troy B. Smith Professional Services of Houston.
09/18/2023
L. B. Penson, 90 of Lufkin, Texas, died on Monday, September 11, 2023, at his residence. He was born to the late Albert Penson and Linny Long Penson on May 29, 1933, in Wells, Texas.
Funeral service will be on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at 1pm at Ligon Chapel CME Church at 565 Deason LP, Apple Springs, Texas 75926 (Nigton Community) with Pastor Larry Wolfe. Visitation is Friday, September 15, 2023, at 212 Garvan Street, Lufkin, Texas from the hours of 6pm to 8pm. Burial is at Nigton Cemetery.
Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary, 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Center, Texas 75935. Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net.
9/18/2023
Laura Belle Ratchford, age 81, passed away on August 19, 2023.
She was born on October 10, 1941, at 4:40 AM, in Alvarado, Texas, to parents Perry Lee Leftwich Ratchford and Miriam Ruth Martin Ratchford. She graduated from Burleson High School and went to college at Tarleton State University. She worked various jobs including health care and executive administration, and retired from Baylor Methodist. She was also a Christian life coach.
Laura was a spiritually active person, who was deeply involved in Christian ministries, and member of Family Church of Houston. She supported and was involved in programs that supports breast cancer patients. She also loved the Astros and watched every game. She enjoyed crocheting and painting and loved to visit the Museum of Natural History, and the Houston Zoo. Her family and friends will always remember her as a wise, caring, and beautiful person.
Laura was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.
She is survived by:
Son, Rex Winfrey
Son, Eric Harding and wife Brandy
Daughter, Tara Bellini
Grandchildren:
Shea Winfrey
Gregory Winfrey
Danielle Winfrey
Mary Winfrey Carrothers
Erica Harding Zahopolous
Thomas E. Harding, Jr.
Sheldon Scroggins
Kayleigh Scroggins Greer
Kallie Delacruz Johnson
Kaden Delacruz
10 Great-grandchildren
Sister, Dorothy “Aunt Weezer” Jones and her children: Pete Reyes, Jenny Reyes, Miriam Montiel, and Kelly Goldman
Sister, Ester Tamaya and her children: Many Tamaya and Tammy Moreno
Laura is preceded in death by her oldest son Jerry Guy “John” Winfrey, and her parents Perry Lee and Miriam Ruth Ratchford.
A graveside memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, 11 AM, October 7, 2023, at Pilot Point Cemetery.
In leu of Flowers, please donate to Laura’s favorite charity - Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital at their website https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
09/18/2023
Sandra Carlene Watson Corbell passed away peacefully September 15, 2023, at Woodland Heights Medical Center in Lufkin, Texas.
Service will be held at Gipson Funeral Home in Lufkin at 10am Thursday, September 21, with visitation preceding at 9am. Graveside service at Strong Cemetery, Huxley, Texas at 1pm.
Sandra was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Harold and Melba Watson. She attended Byrd High School. In 1960, Sandy met a young airman stationed at Barksdale Air Force in Bossier City. On January 5, 1961, Sandy and Perry (Pedro) Corbell were united in marriage by Rev. J. Carroll Chadwick at his home in Center. After Perry retired from the Air Force having been stationed in Alaska, Hawaii, Thailand, Wichita Falls, Austin and Fort Worth, they made their home in Lufkin.
Sandy endured heartbreak as she attended to Perry's needs when he struggled with ALS (Lou Gehrig's) until his death in 1998. She was a faithful wife, loving mother and grandmother and much beloved sister and aunt. She was also "the life of the party" with her infectious laugh and silly songs. She will be greatly missed.
Survived by:
Daughter and son-in-law, Beth and Keith Parrott
Daughter, Beckie Corbell Brown
Son, Cody Corbell
Grandsons:
Travis Parrot
Daniel Stokes
Brothers:
Jimmy Watson
Frank Watson
Tommy Watson
Sisters-in-law:
Montez and Joe McNaughten
Jerry Sue Williams
Betty and Gene Blount
Charlotte Ingle
Numerous nieces, nephews and friends
Preceded in death by husband, Perry (Pedro) Corbell; father, Harold Watson; mother, Melba Watson; father and mother-in-law, PC and Lovetta Corbell; brothers, Joe Watson and Bob Watson; sister, Beth Watson; sister and brother-in-law, Sally and Dale Vincent; and niece, Kathi Goodwyn.
Services under the direction of Gipson Funeral Home, 1515 South Chestnut, Lufkin, Texas 75901.
09/17/2023
Douglas Windham, 72, of Timpson, passed away Friday, September 15, 2023, in Houston.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, September 18, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at Folsom Chapel Baptist Church in Center with Pastor Harold Dement officiating. Interment will follow at Folsom Chapel Cemetery in Center.
Born November 26, 1950, Douglas is the son of Lonnie Windham and Mildred Whisenhunt Windham. His hobbies included gardening and working on his tractor. Douglas was an active member of Folsom Chapel Baptist Church.
He is survived by:
Daughters:
Angela Windham of College Station
Tammy Windham of Houston
Grandchildren:
Seymore Hunt of Houston
Michael Ochoa of Houston
Locklin Ochoa of Houston
Sean Windham of Houston
Great-grandson, Michael Ochoa III
Sisters and brothers:
Patricia Traxler and husband Lonnie of Center
Kay Johnson of Center
Richard Windham of Center
Earl Windham and wife Patsy of Center
Robert Windham of Abilene
Lonnie Windham of Lufkin
Gerald Windham
Also, numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by wife, Sheila Windham; son, Casey Dee Whiteside Windham; grandson, Ryan Jones; parents, Lonnie Windham and Mildred Whisenhunt Windham; sisters, Ruth Samford, Wilma Jean Loutt, Jeannette Windham, and Bearnice Alwalk; and brothers, Charlie Windham, Jimmy Doyle Socia, and Floyd Socia.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
09/16/2023
Yondell Charles Barr, 67 of Center, Texas, went to be with his Savior Saturday, September 2, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 22, 1955 in Center, Tx to the late Yondell Barr and Billie Doggett Barr.
Visitation will be held prior to memorial service at First Baptist Church, Center, Texas on Wednesday, September 20th, 2023 from 9am-11am with the memorial service following visitation at 11am. Brother Mike Belgard will be officiating.
Charles made his home in Center, Tx his whole life. He was a 1974 graduate of Center High School and was chosen as Mr. CHS by his fellow classmates. He was active in sports and was a captain of his football team.
Charles married his high school sweetheart Luciana Lawson Barr. They celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary in June. They had two boys Charles Brent Barr and Blake Lawson Barr.
Charles worked as a young man in the forest industry. He later decided to finish his college degree and graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University with a degree in education following in his dad’s footsteps. Charles taught and coached at Center ISD and Joaquin ISD. He decided to change occupations after the tragic death of his son Brent in 2000. Charles and his brother Steve began Barr Logging. They then sold the business but continued working in the logging industry. He was then encouraged to run for public office as Shelby County Commissioner of precinct 3. He was elected and served a term of 4 years and did not seek another term. Charles was instrumental in acquiring grants and improving the infrastructure of Shelby County. After retiring, he continued working in forestry until his illness prevented him from doing so.
Charles enjoyed hunting, raising cattle, spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren, and his faithful dog Doobie. He was a devout Christian and felt a strong urgency in witnessing to others about Christ. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Center, Tx his whole life and the Barnabas Sunday school class there. Charles taught 4th grade boys Sunday school for many years and helped with youth events and also taught senior youth. He was in the Christmas and Easter pageants held at First Baptist Church as well. Charles had the opportunity to help reopen the North Jericho Baptist Church in Center, Tx that had not been having service for twenty-five years. This little church was such a blessing to him as his illness progressed.
Charles had an infectious smile and was a friend to many. Attributes that described him from those who knew and loved him said he was loyal, had integrity, great sense of humor, compassionate, a gentleman, best teacher ever, great guy, kind, role model, respected, blessing to others, nicest guy ever, amazing mentor and one of the good ones.
His life was a testimony of his love for others and his Lord. Romans 8:18 reads, “For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed to us.” That morning surrounded by his family when his Lord called him home, he was healed of all his ailments and he was walking in heaven with his Lord.
Charles is survived by:
Wife, Luciana Lawson Barr
Son, Blake Lawson Barr and wife Alix
Grandchildren:
Charles Brent Barr
Kennedi Barr
Braylon Barr
Sister, Gayla Horn and husband Larry
Brothers:
Johnny Barr and wife Debbie
Steve Barr and wife Tracy
Sister-in-laws:
Debra Yarbrough
Sherry Lawson
Nieces:
Ashley Wulf and husband Ben
Amber Dubea and husband Robby
Nephews:
Brandon Barr and wife Stacie
Justin Barr
Jordan Horn
Chad Barr and wife Darby
Cade Yarbrough and wife Traci
Nathan Yarbrough
A number of great nephews and nieces and a host of other family and friends.
Preceded in death by his parents, Yondell and Billie Barr, Son, Charles Brent Barr, and father and mother-in-law Billy and Jean Lawson.
The family would like to thank Elara Caring and Affinity Hospice for their care during Charles’ illness.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a Catherine Pinkston Scholarship Fund setup at Farmers State Bank in memory of Yondell Charles Barr. Donations may also be made to North Jericho Cemetery, c/o Johnny Barr, 954 FM 3082, Joaquin, Texas 75954 or Antioch Cemetery, c/o Terry Walton, 237 CR 3129, Center, Texas 75935.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
09/15/2023
Durwood Hooper, 78, entered into rest on September 13, 2023. He was born in Shelby County, Texas, on February 23, 1945, to Charlie and Ethel (Rollins) Hooper.
Funeral services will be held at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home Chapel at 2pm Sunday, September 17, 2023, officiated by Pastor Michael Dickerson of First United Pentecostal Church of San Augustine, assisted by Bro. Burton Holt. Interment will follow at Old Sardis Cemetery in San Augustine County. Visitation will be held at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, September 16, 2023.
He attended Center High School and was a resident of San Augustine for 60 years. Durwood was a 32nd degree Mason and past Master of Redland Lodge No. 3, San Augustine.
Durwood delivered Propane gas in San Augustine County for over 45 years, first for Richey Gas and later for Shelby LP Gas. He served two consecutive terms as Constable in San Augustine County. Durwood was a member and officer of San Augustine Volunteer Fire Department; he also served for a period as Fire Marshal. Durwood served on the board of directors of the Old Sardis Cemetery Association of San Augustine County for many years.
Durwood married Martha Ann Keller of San Augustine in Hemphill in 1964. A few years later they welcomed their son Jeff into their lives. Sadly, they lost Martha in a tragic accident in 1996.
In November 2002, Durwood married the former Shirley Ann Howell McCarty of Huntsville, Texas. He and Shirley continued to live in San Augustine, serving their community through their church where Durwood served as trustee.
He is survived by:
Loving and devoted wife, Shirley
Son, Jeffrey Morgan Hooper and wife Janet of Lake Charles, Louisiana
Grandson, Brian Hooper of Center
Great-grandson, Brian Hooper Jr.
Step-daughter, Carrie Julene Delussey of Dodge, Texas
Step-son, Sandon Adamson
Step-grandsons:
Ethan Humble
Jacob Humble
Brother, Hoyt Hooper and wife Jane of Doyline, Louisiana
Sisters:
Charlene Pigg and husband Jackey of Lufkin
Georgie Marshburn of Pollok
Delorse Martinez and husband Dave of Diboll
Wanda Curbow and husband David of Lufkin
Zelma Litzmann and husband James of Huntsville, Texas
Brother-in-law, Grady Keller and wife Sherri of Broaddus
Sister-in-law, Janice Sahr and husband Kevin of Baytown
Sister-in-law, Wanda Giffin and husband Rod of Bossier City, Louisiana
Brother-in-law, Larry Lawson of Lufkin
Numerous nieces and nephews, who highly loved and respected their Uncle Durwood.
Besides his parents, Durwood was preceded in death by his first wife, Martha; brothers, Doyle Ray Hooper and Tim Boyd Hooper; sisters, Maurene Hooper Broadway and Bonnie Sue Free; brothers-in-law, Jimmy Marshburn and J.W. Free.
Pallbearers are Bryan Broadway, Jonathan Curbow, Stacy Hooper, Ethan Humble, Shaune Martinez, Marty Pigg, Corey Pigg, Jared Pigg.
Honorary pallbearers are Dan Fussell, Carroll Wilburn, Floyd Butler, Ray Neil, T L Ponder.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Building Fund of the First United Pentecostal Church of San Augustine or Old Sardis Cemetery of San Augustine County.
Visit www.WymanRobertsFuneralHome.com for memories and condolences. Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine.
09/15/2023
Evett Tutt Williams, 58 of Timpson, passed away Monday, September 11, 2023. She was born June 22, 1965, to the late Eathen Tutt, Sr. and the late Marie Ratcliff Tutt in Timpson, Texas.
Funeral service is 1pm Saturday, September 16, 2023 at Wallace Chapel Baptist Church, 108 Marcus Street, Timpson, Texas 75975 with Rev. Derrick Rhodes officiating and Rev. George Grace as eulogist. Interment is at Friendship Bobo Cemetery in Tenaha. Visitation is 10am until 7pm Friday, September 15, 2023 at Community Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, Texas.
She accepted Christ during her early years at Wallace Chapel Baptist Church, where she remained as a faithful member. She loved visiting all the churches in the community. She attended Timpson ISD, Timpson, Texas.
Later years she met and married Johnny Williams.
She is preceded in death by father, Eathen Tutt, Sr.; mother, Marie Ratcliff Tutt; and sisters, Janice Tutt and Cynthia Reed.
She is survived by:
Husband, Johnny Williams
Sister, Shavon McLendon (Larry)
Brother, Eathen Tutt, Jr.
She is also survived by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
09/14/2023
George N. Shull, Jr., 79, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023, in Nacogdoches.
Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at Strong Cemetery in Huxley with Bro. Billy Windham officiating.
George was born April 11, 1944, in Shelby County, to George Nolan Shull and Lillian Guidry Shull. He worked in the oilfield for several years. As a hobby he enjoyed deer hunting and running his dogs. George was an involved member of New Harmony Missionary Baptist Church.
He is survived by:
Wife, Betty Shull of Shelbyville
Children:
Brenda Crabtree of Vidor
Kathy Dennis of Shelbyville
James Shull and wife Tiffany of San Augustine
Grandchildren:
Anna Sandifer
Kourtney Shull
Brayden Shull
Rhaegyn Shull
Shaelyn Begley
One great-grandson on the way.
Preceded in death by his parents, George Nolan Shull and Lillian Guidry Shull; brother, Eugene Shull; and sister, Jo Ann Shofner.
Honorary pallbearers will be Bubba Shofner, Troy Shofner, and Robert Shull.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
09/12/2023
Mary Elizabeth Renfro, 56, of Lufkin, died Monday, September 11, 2023 in Lufkin. Mary was born November 7, 1966 in Center, Texas to Mary (Carroll) and the late Morgan Harris, Jr..
A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Saturday at Mangum Funeral Home, 420 San Augustine, Center, Texas 75935.
The family will welcome friends and loved ones from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon prior to the service at the Carroway Funeral Home in Lufkin.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, September 17, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the Carroway Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Levi Willoughby and Pastor Ronnie Frankens officiating. Interment will follow in the Whitehouse Cemetery.
Mary was a teacher at Central ISD and primarily taught 3rd and 4th graders. She loved her students and retired in 2022, after 27 years of teaching. Mary was such a loving wife, Momma, and “Shugi”. She adored her granddaughters and loved time spent with her family. Mary was a member of Greater Love Tabernacle. Mary was loved by all who knew her and she will be dearly missed.
Survivored by:
Husband, Joe Renfro of Lufkin
Son and daughter-in-law, Levi and Chasity Willoughby of Center
Daughter and son-in-law, Britlee and Charlie Adkins of Center
Stepson, Kyle Wayne Renfro of Denton
Granddaughters:
Fallon Sullivan
Elly Willoughby
Tillie Willoughby
Mother, Mary Harris of Center
Sister and brother-in-law, Alyson and Chance Porter of Center
Mother-in-law, Glenda Oliver of Pollok
Sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Tonja and Keith Pigg of Lufkin
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives
Preceded in death by her father, Morgan Harris, Jr.
Pallbearers will be Jerrod Nutt, Jerrod Holloway, Jeremy “Pig” Brinson, Bradley Odom, Terry Wheeler, and Mike Sullivan.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jack Carroll and Roy Westbrook.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Saturday at Mangum Funeral Home, 420 San Augustine, Center, Texas 75935.
The family will welcome friends and loved ones from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon prior to the service at the Carroway Funeral Home in Lufkin.
Memories and condolences may be added, and live webcasting of the services may be viewed, at www.carrowayfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Smyrna Kids, 177 CR 2450, Shelbyville, Texas 75973. There is an account set up at Farmers State Bank.
Carroway Funeral Home, Lufkin, directors.
09/13/2023
Sylvia Ann East Upton 83, passed away of natural causes on Sept 10, 2023 at her home in Henderson, Texas. Born Oct. 10, 1939, in Timpson, Texas to Aubrey and Edith Horton East. She was an only child.
Viewing will be on Wednesday Sept. 13th, all day at Rader Funeral Home at 800 Kilgore Dr., Henderson, Texas. Please sign the guest book. Family may not be present.
Services will be held Thursday Sept. 14, 2023 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints at 1700 Elm St. Henderson, Texas. Viewing from 10 am to 10:45 am. Service from 11:00 to 12:00. Interment will be at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Timpson, Texas at 1:00.
Her mother passed away when she was 12. She was raised between her father, both sets of grandparents and her maternal uncle. She attended school in Timpson, Henderson, Houston and graduated from Hudson High School in 1957.
She attended SFA for a year and then married Jon Ben Hooper who was active-duty Air Force. They had three sons.
Jon Franklin, Joseph Lynn and Aubrey Gene.
She later married Harry Liedtke. They had a son and daughter. Harry Jr. and Katreena Anasthasia.
Sylvia and Jon Ben later remarried and were together until his death in 1995.
In 1997 Sylvia met and married Donold Leroy Upton, adding his daughter DeeDee Cook and her family to the mix. Don passed away in 2018.
Sylvia served as the Women's Auxiliary President of the VFW Post #4002 in Longview, Texas and loved her opportunity to serve.
She worked hard and loved her children and shared that motherly love with their friends for many years.
She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and served in the young women’s organization.
Survived by all 5 of her children, 12 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. That made 5 living generations. Also survived by current and ex in-laws whom she loved as her own.
09/13/2023
Betty Joy Adams, 90, of Nacogdoches, Texas, passed away on September 11, 2023, peacefully in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born on February 05, 1933, in Shelbyville, Texas, to the late Billy Marvin Lovell and Virgie Mariah (Oswalt) Lovell.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 15, 2023, at 2PM at Mangum Funeral Home, 420 San Augustine St., Center, Texas 75935.
A visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 1PM at Mangum Funeral Home.
She is survived by:
Husband, Rolan Simmons of Nacogdoches
Daughter, Neva Dawson of Brookeland
Bonus daughter, Bobbie Sue Scates and husband Michael
Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren
A host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Betty is preceded in death by her late husband, John R. Adams; sons, J.T. Adams, David Adams; parents, Billy and Virgie Lovell; siblings and other family members.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for the care from nurses and staff at Stallings Court and Hospice of East Texas.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
09/13/2023
Kenneth Goodwin, 69 of Timpson, Texas, died on September 8, 2023, at Nacogdoches Medical Center in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born to the late Freddy Banks and Alma Ray Goodwin in Center, Texas on January 23, 1954.
Funeral service will be on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Friendship Bobo with Rev Jeremy Moore officiating and Rev. David Mitchell is the eulogist. Visitation is Friday, September 15, 2023, at Hicks Chapel from the hours of 12 noon to 6pm.
He is survived by:
Son, Timmy Johnson of Center
Wife, Deborah Goodwin of Center
Grandchildren:
Ki-yah Johnson
Keith Goodwin
Quorron Goodwin
Brothers:
Keith Riggans of Timpson
Roy Riggans (Linda) of Carthage
Sisters:
Theresa Pitts of Timpson
Romona Taylor (Carl) of Houston
Lisa McClure (Aubrey) of Timpson
Stepbrother, Horace Grace
Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935. Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net.
09/12/2023
Theresa Jean Miles, 54, of Nacogdoches, Texas, passed away on September 6, 2023, surrounded by loved ones in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born on April 3, 1969, in Carthage, Texas, to the late James Daugherty and Virginia Lee Jones.
Funeral service will be held at Mangum Funeral Home, on Sunday September 17, 2023, at 2pm with Bro. Sonny Scarborough officiating. Interment will follow Jackson Cemetery, Joaquin, Texas.
Theresa graduated from Woden High School. She met the love of her life, Timothey Miles, through a family member. She and Tim welcomed their only daughter, Elizabeth. She was loved immensely. Theresa and Tim have shared more than 37 years together. She enjoyed collecting various things throughout the years. Most enjoyable was her collection of frogs and how she loved frogs. She enjoyed the outdoors, camping and fishing. She also found great joy growing flowers and tending to her plants. Theresa loved her family and enjoyed every moment spent with her family.
She is survived by:
Husband, Tim Miles
Daughter, Elizabeth Miles McBride and husband Justin
Brothers:
Dennis Daugherty and wife Melissa
Joe Daugherty and wife Melanie
Sister, Lisa Shepherd
Numerous nieces and nephews
Host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Theresa is preceded in death by her parents, James and Virginia Daugherty; and her brother, James “Bubba” Daugherty.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
09/12/2023
Sandra H. Mahan, 74, of Center, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023, in Center.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, September 18, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Born November 7, 1948, in Beaumont, Sandra is the daughter of Willie Hanley and Ora Guin Hanley. Sandra enjoyed cooking, watching crime shows, and cheering for Abbi on the softball field. A caretaker, she moved in with her mother-in-law and father-in-law to assist them with their daily activities until she moved into a retirement community. Even there, she loved helping and caring for her neighbors.
She is survived by:
Daughter, Christie Stringer and husband Jason of Center
Grandchildren:
Abbi Stringer of Center
J.J. Stringer of Center
Mother-in-law, Christine Mahan of Center
Sister, Terry Blake of Center
Numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by parents, Willie Hanley and Ora Guin Hanley; sister, Vonnie V. Adams; brothers, Billy Ray Hanley and Jerry “Butch” Hanley; and father-in-law, E.W. Mahan.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
09/11/2023
Daisy Mae Jones, 74, of Center, Texas, passed away on September 9, 2023, in Center, Texas. She was born on May 5, 1949, in Center, Texas, to the late Eugene Jones and Lela (Askew) Jones.
Funeral service will be held at 10AM on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at Mangum Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Warr officiating. Interment will follow at Buckner Cemetery.
Daisy was born and raised in Shelby County. She graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1969. Daisy had a kind and compassionate heart. Her contagious smile brightened the room. She enjoyed gardening, taking care of her pets, and caring for others.
She is survived by:
Sister, Lou Ann Peeler and husband Richard of Silsbee
Brothers:
Elbert Jones and wife Patsy of Carthage
Jimmy Jones of Center
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Daisy is preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Lela Jones; sister, Virginia Daugherty, brother-in-law, James Daugherty, nephew, Michael Daugherty, and niece, Theresa Miles.
The family would like to especially thank, Billie Bailey, for the exceptional care given to Daisy throughout the years. Also, a huge thank you to Focused Care of Center for your excellent care provided in the past few years she has been in your care.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
09/09/2023
Eddie Dalton Smith Jr., 74, of Huntsville, Texas, passed away on September 6, 2023, in Huntsville. He was born on July 22, 1949, in Pasadena, Texas, to the late Eddie Dalton Smith Sr. and Edith Murl Hammer.
Funeral service will be held at Pine Ridge Missionary Baptist Church, on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at 2pm with Bro. Eugene Bowden officiating. Interment will be held at Pine Ridge Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.
Visitation will begin at 1:30PM at Pine Ridge Missionary Baptist Church prior to the service.
Dalton married the love of his life, Diann Smoak, on December 6, 1969. They have spent over 54 years together. They raised three boys.
Dalton proudly served his country through the United States Army. His wife and children supported his journey in the military through the years before he retired. Dalton was a great person. He loved his wife, children, and country. He enjoyed the new gadgets. He would love to have the newest tech objects released and couldn’t wait to purchase them.
Dalton loved his grandchildren. He enjoyed spending time with them.
He is survived by his loving wife Diann Smith; sons, Corey Wayne Smith, Dalton Lee Smith, James Michael Smith and wife Andrea; brother, James Smith; sisters, Linda Parr, Marie Perry, Denice Dement, Penny Smith; grandchildren, Cheyenne Renee Smith and Dylan Pederson, Jasten Smith, Davin Smith, James Fletcher Smoak II; great grandchildren, Gracelynn Smith, Rylan Pederson; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends that will miss him dearly.
Dalton is preceded in death by his parents, Eddie and Edith Smith; brothers, Ricky Smith, Rocky Smith; and sister, Donnie Rowan and Brenda York.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net (http://www.mangumfh.net/).
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
09/08/2023
Barbara Ann Eppes Dean, 84, of Mont Belvieu, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023, in Liberty.
Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville with visitation beginning at 9am to 10am., at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate.
Born June 21, 1939, in San Augustine County, Barbara is the daughter of Leo Eppes and Lillie Mae McCarter Eppes. She was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by:
Children:
Bobby Dean and wife Brenda of Center
Tommy Dean and wife Zettie of Center
Vickie Smith and husband Sammy of Liberty
Grandchildren:
Bobby Hunter Dean
Brandy Gebala
Carmon Roberts and husband Darren
Jeff Smith and wife Ashley
Kristi Mullins and husband Jake
Great-grandchildren:
Lukas Gebala
Case Roberts
Landon Smith
Justin Smith
David Warthen and wife Marissa
Cheyenne Mullins
Brantley Mullins
Three great-great-grandchildren
Sisters-in-law:
Barbara Jean Ross of Center
Laretta Dean of Goober Hill
Also, numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by husband, Bob Dean; parents, Leo Eppes and Lillie Mae McCarter Eppes; and siblings, Willie Bue Byley, Louise Moore, and Wilma Byley.
Pallbearers will be Bobby Hunter Dean, Jeff Smith, Landon Smith, Jake Mullins, and Gary Helton. Honorary pallbearers will be Randy Hughes, Keith Devers, Randy Joe Dean, and Sammy Furlow.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
09/07/2023
William “Bill” “Papa” Dean McHenry Sr, 78, of Lufkin, TX was healed on September 3, 2023, surrounded by his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Celebration of life will be held at 1:30PM on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at Timber Creek Chapel, 2021 S. John Redditt Dr., Lufkin, Texas 75904. Reception to follow.
Visitation will be prior to the service on Sunday, September 10, 2023, beginning at 12:30PM at Timber Creek Chapel, Lufkin, Texas.
Bill was born on March 18, 1945, to Nilah Fuchs and Garland McHenry in Lakeville, Indiana. After graduating from Lakeville High School he proudly joined the United States Air Force where he served four years as a jet aircraft mechanic and received multiple awards and medals.
He met and married the love of his life, Sandy, and was blessed with four loving children. After moving to Texas in 1975, they finally found their home in Lufkin, Texas.
Bill loved well and was well loved. He lived a life full of hunting, fishing, fixing, tinkering, beach combing, and supporting grandkids. He was a hard-working man with many trades and passed those trades to his children and grandchildren.
Bill is survived by:
Wife of 55 years, Sandy McHenry
Sister, Sharon McHenry
Daughter Tammy Jo and husband Royce Willmon
Daughter Jennifer and husband John May
Son, William “Billy” Dean McHenry Jr and wife Rique
Son, Kristopher McHenry and Rebekah Cheatham
Grandchildren:
Jennah Pryzbiski and Tyler Reddin
Haley and Seth Thompson
Marisa and Rodney Nash
Tyler McHenry and Jacee Berry
Karley McHenry
Cassidy Willmon
Charlize McHenry
Alaina Willmon
Kylee Wallace
Grace Athanas
Jace McHenry
Journey Weeks
Great-grandchildren:
Remy Przybiski
Stoke Thompson
Ronnie Reddin
Olivia McHenry
Kollyns Thompson
Wyatt Nash
Many nieces and nephews.
He was proceeded in death by his mother, Nilah Fuchs; father, Garland McHenry; step father, Charles Fritz Fuchs; and sister, LuAnna Reed.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Fisher House Foundation, Wounded Warrior Project, or St. Jude’s Children's Hospital in honor of Bill McHenry.
Note: Dress will be casual. In honor of Bill’s (Papa’s) memory, feel free to join the family by wearing a colorful shirt (like a fishing, Hawaiian, or USA shirt etc..)
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
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