Obituaries
08/04/2022
Willie Price was born on October 9, 1937, in Shelby County (Center), Texas, to the union of Mary Liza (Hill) Price and Purvis Price. He passed away July 20, 2022 at the age of 84.
Visitation is from 4pm until 8pm on Friday, August 5, 2022 at Eastside Church of Christ, 9023 US-80, Hawkins, TX 75765. A celebration of life is at 11am on Saturday, August 6, 2022 at Jarvis Christian University, 80 Pr 7631, Hawkins, TX 75765. Interment is at Jarvis Christian University Cemetery, Hwy 80, Hawkins.
He was the second of 11 children, having six brothers and five sisters. Willie accepted Christ at an early age (12 years old). He was a member of the Church of Christ for over 73 years. He later became a member at East Side Church of Christ in Hawkins, Texas, where he also served as an Elder, deacon, and assistant minister. He was a son of God, a joint heir with Jesus Christ.
Willie attended elementary and high school at C. H. Daniels High School in Center, Texas. He participated in many activities during his attendance in this school, which included music, debate, and sports. He held several offices while in school. He also won many awards in singing and in inter-scholastic league activities.
The Price’s son had a lot of friends. Many people liked to be in his presence. He was the type of person who believed in the Golden Rule: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Their son was dutiful about helping out where he could be of good service to someone. Willie had a lot of hobbies. He liked to bowl, fish, ride horses, attend movies, do woodwork, sing, read, and play. He believed that if anything was of real value in life, it would require hard work and sacrifice before it could become one’s own.
After graduation, Willie attended Jarvis Christian College, located in Hawkins, Texas. He majored in Business Education and minored in Social Science. He was interested in the fields of music and religion. He attended college for four years, graduating in 1962. He was a good student, earning 75% of his financial aid by working as a farm hand, machine operator, foreman, manager of poultry, dairyman, chauffeur, college bookstore manager, and mail/inventory clerk. He worked for Jarvis Christian College bookstore for over 17 years.
While attending Jarvis, he became a member of several organizations and clubs, which included The Future Business Leaders Club, Student National Education Association, Deacon Club, Young Men Christian Association, and Full-Time Christian Service. He also held several offices, including treasurer of the senior class, president and vice president of the business club, business manager of the junior class, and chaplain of the student council.
Willie was inducted into the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity in November of 1971 and has been a member of the Marshall, Texas, Alumni chapter for over 50 years. He furthered his education at the Institute of Biblical Studies of Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. He also had conferred on him the 33rd Degree of Sovereign Grand Inspector General, an honor bestowed for outstanding service to the Mason brotherhood.
Willie married Karen Jean Cartwright in February of 1962. The couple was blessed with three sons, Victor, Walter, and Kirk. Willie also had one daughter, Selena. Willie was an entrepreneur and led his family into several business operations. Among their many business ventures were Price’s Rental Bike Service (sales and repair shop), Price’s Psychedelic Shack, Price’s Rental Houses, Price’s House Rental Service (cars and trucks), Price Cleaning Service, and Price Savage Business. In 1997, Willie came out of retirement for a short time to work at a private company, Siebur Lumber
The company, as cashier/sales clerk. He continued to run Price Cleaning Service and Price Savage Business on the side. Willie was a strong advocate for Christian education and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). He worked at and financially supported Jarvis Christian University in Hawkins, Texas, and financially supported Southwestern Christian College in Terrell, Texas.
Left to cherish Willie’s memory are:
His two sons:
Dr. Walter Price of Terrell
Kirk Lamar Price of Hawkins
Daughter, Selena Price of Tyler
Sisters:
Iva Nell “Cookie” (James) Kindle of Dallas
Manetta “Nita” Miller of Mesquite
Elizabeth “Kay” (Thomas) Gulley of Cedar Hill
Margie Nell (Jackson) Jackson of Denver, Colorado
Brothers:
Curtis A. (Geraldine) Price of Center
Claudell Price of Stockbridge, Georgia
Freddie Price of Panama City Beach, Florida
Grandchildren:
Jazmine Price
Jamaal Price
Jada Price
George Price
Justice Price
Great-grandchildren:
George Abdul-Lamar Price, Jr.
Aniyah Price
Seyanna Michelle Price
Jahlil Prince Lynden Price
Lilyanna Lynee’
Francis Price
A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and friend
Willie is preceded in death by his parents: Purvis Price, Mary Liza Price, and Johnnie Price; son Victor Arnez Price; sister Jessie Mae Price; and brothers Ralph Earl Price and Anthony Lee Price.
Services are under the direction of Bigham Mortuary, Longview, Texas.
08/03/2022
Don Spincer Jackson, 75, of Shelbyville, Texas, passed away on August 2, 2022, in Shelbyville, Texas. He was born on September 9, 1946, in Center, Texas, to the late William Henry Jackson and Viola Deason Jackson.
Funeral service will be held at East Hamilton Missionary Baptist Church, 7347 FM 2261, Shelbyville, Texas, on Saturday, August 6, 2022, at 3:00PM with Bro. Lamar Denby and Bro. Steven Berry officiating. Interment will follow at Dunnigan Cemetery, Shelbyville, Texas. Visitation will be held on Friday, August 5, 2022, at East Hamilton Missionary Baptist Church, Shelbyville, Texas from 6:00-8:00PM.
Don was born and raised in Shelby County. He was the last of twelve children. He attended Shelbyville schools. Don married Barbara McCary and they spent over 46 years together. They raised two wonderful sons, Mark and David. Life happened and the Lord had greater plans. He married Kathryn Higginbotham McCauley and the two were enjoying life together. Don was a logger and carpenter before retiring. Once retiring you could find him spending lots of time outdoors. You could find him gardening. He enjoyed raising, training, and hunting dogs. He liked to hunt coons, hogs, and used his trained dogs to do so. Don never met a stranger. His loving, compassionate, kind heart set him apart. He loved the Lord and served him at East Hamilton Baptist Church. He served as a deacon of the church for many years. Don’s favorite times were those spent with his boys, grandchildren, and great-grandson. He loved watching the western channels on television, football, and enjoyed attending sporting events that included his grandchildren. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends.
He is survived by:
His loving wife, Kathryn
Sons:
Mark Jackson and wife Jennifer
David Jackson and wife Christy
Their children’s mother, Barbara Risinger
Brothers:
Douglas Jackson and wife Marcel
Jimmy Jackson and wife Patricia
Grandchildren:
Lane Jackson
Madison Jackson
Dawson Jackson
Ethan Jackson
Beaux Lindley
Madalyn Lindley
Sarah Lindley
Victoria Lindsey
Cody Lindsey
Kenny Price
Great-grandchildren:
Kaine Jackson
Zachary Lindsey
Cale Lindsey
Guinevere Patterson
A host of family and friends that will miss him dearly
Don is preceded in death by his parents, William Henry and Viola Jackson; brothers, WH Jackson, Beck Jackson, Eugene Jackson, Tommy Jackson, Lavon Jackson, Billy Joe Jackson, Bobby Jackson, Murl Jackson; and sister, Gracie Wilson.
Pallbearers serving will be Mark Jackson, David Jackson, Lane Jackson, Dawson Jackson, Ethan Jackson, Michael Andrews, Cole Cooper, and Jake Wagstaff.
Honorary pallbearers will be Douglas Jackson, Jimmy Jackson, Tommy Cox, Dudley Cox, Brad Morgan, Pete Whitton, Larry Jackson, Roger Jackson, Jerry Deason, Justin O’Rear, Cody Folsom, and Roscoe McSwain Jr.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
08/03/2022
Sidney Van Lane, 79, formerly of Tenaha, Texas, passed away on August 1, 2022, in Spring Brach, Texas, surrounded by his loving family.
Funeral service will be held at Tennessee Presbyterian Church, FM 947, Timpson, Texas, on Saturday, August 6, 2022, at 10am. Interment will follow at Tennessee Cemetery, Timpson, Texas. Visitation will be held from 4-6PM on Friday, August 5, 2022, at Mangum Funeral Home.
Sidney Van Lane was a common man born on April 26, 1943. Raised by Emmett and Yvonne Lane outside of Tenaha, Texas in the Tennessee community. A football, basketball and track star at Tenaha High School, he could always be seen in one Ford truck or another later in life. His uniform was the original shrink to fit Levi 501s and “snap shirts” from Walmart as he called them. The only time he left Shelby County was during his service in the US army first at Fort Polk then at Fort Hood from 1964 to 1966. He returned to Tenaha where he married and had one daughter, Stephanie Ann. Looking for a new direction, he started working with his best friend Skeet Rawson down at the mill. Most of you know him as a constant fixture at Tenaha milling where he loaded feed, put out fertilizer, and caught up with the local news and gossip in the community. When he wasn’t at the mill, he was feeding cows or baling hay. He was a creature of habit and had coffee and breakfast at the Tiger Stop every morning. Van was hard working and prided himself on never letting a day go to waste without getting something done.
A simple hardworking man that loved his daughter Stephanie, her husband Todd, and their kids Carly and Clay. He was meticulous about his one drawer in the desk at the mill with Tylenol, Tums and Neosporin (The cure all for any ailments according to Van.) His house was immaculate, and he was frustrated when we put trash in the “wrong hole” or turned on too many lights. Although he came from humble beginnings, Van was successful with his cattle and land but still lived a very simple life. A son, brother, father and grandfather, Van Lane was my Deddy. I will miss him and his steady unwavering support throughout my life. He always gave me sound advice like “you can’t be worried about that little stuff.” Words that most of us could live by in this crazy world.
Van passed away on August 1st at home with his family at his side.
He was preceded in death by his parents Yvonne and Emmett Lane, and brother Douglas Lane.
Van is survived by:
Daughter, Stephanie Lane Hankins and son-in-law Todd Hankins
Grandchildren:
Carly and Blake Klumpp
Clayton Hankins
Brooke Hanson
Nieces:
Patty Hensel, husband Steve Hensel
Debbie Lane
I hope he’s up there riding in a cab tractor with the A/C on high and the country top 40 count down playing on the radio. Love you with all my heart Deddy!
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
08/01/2022
Ruby Brown Ricketson, 91, of Center, passed away Monday, July 25, 2022, in Center.
Born August 7, 1930, Ruby is the daughter of Bridgie Hilliard and Nicholas Brown. She worked in healthcare, where she retired a nurse. Ruby was a member of Order of Eastern Star and Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.
Survivors include:
Son, Alan Ricketson and Becky of Center
Daughter, Sandra and Wayne King of Laurel, Delaware
Grandchildren:
Lance Ricketson
Travis Ricketson
Krista and Scott Barber
Melody Timmons
Great-grandchildren:
Kaycee Ricketson
Shyla Timmons
Haley Timmons
Keaton Ricketson
Triston Ricketson
Craig Barber
Erin Barber
Owen Barber
Sisters:
Barbara Brown Smith of Little Rock, Arkansas
Christine and John Kelly of Orange Beach, Alabama
Longtime companion, Wesley Van Matre
Also a number of nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by husband, Dale D. Ricketson; parents, Bridgie Hilliard and Nicholas Brown; siblings, Gerald Brown, Irene Jones Fuller, Elwanda Merriman, Jerry Brown, Virgil Brown, and Kathryn Power.
A special thanks to Tammy Jacobs and Kaye Powell and staff for their loving care.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/01/2022
Barbara Jean Smith, 78, of Center, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2022, in Center.
Graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at Smith Cemetery in Shelby County with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating.
Born January 8, 1944, Barbara is the daughter of Opal Dunham and Joe Baker.
Survivors include:
Husband, Clyde Smith
Children:
Michael Mayo (Patsy) of Trinity
Diana Burress of Center
Laurie Miller of Shelbyville
Joe Smith of Center
Michael Smith (Shiloh) of Center
Daughter-in-law, Tammie Smith of Center
Special daughter, Susan Samford
Grandchildren:
Paul Benson Burress
Patricia Lynn Burress
Mark Burress
Justin Mayo
Matthew Miller (Nikki) of Sulphur, Louisiana
Jeremy Smith
Laurel Smith
Tristan Smith
Nickolas Smith
Numerous great-grands, nieces, and nephews
Special son-in-law, Curtis Fountain of Shelbyville
Stepdaughter, Lisa Kay Miller
Sister, Frances Hayworth of Trinity
Preceded in death by parents, Opal Dunham and Joe Baker; son, David Smith; grandchildren, Emily Smith and JoJo Smith; great grandson, Logan Miller; and brother, Charlie Baker.
Pallbearers will be Jared Smith, Matthew Miller, Tristan Smith, Michael Smith, Nickolas Smith, and Ronnie Ard. Honorary pallbearer will be Curtis Fountain.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
08/01/2022
Benita Kay (Rhodes) Whitton, 69, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on July 30, 2022, in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born on October 28, 1952, in Center, Texas, to the late Julius Elvis and Nelva Beatrice (McFadden) Rhodes.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 am Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church, Timpson, Texas, officiated by Michael Raines, John Elvis Raines, and Jarrod Brown. Interment will follow at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson, Texas.
Kay grew up in Shelby County. She was a teacher at Timpson Elementary School for 29 years. Kay loved to cook and could often be found in the kitchen cooking for her family. She enjoyed watching Food Network and football games. Kay and Cecil enjoyed spending time with friends and going out to eat with them. They also loved to travel and took many long trips together. She was a caring soul and was faithful to check up on her friends and family. That caring spirit carried over into the ministry that she did by sending cards to church members. Kay was an active member of Timpson Missionary Baptist Church for 60 years and then at Hope Well Missionary Baptist for the last 10 years of her life. She was very active in Sunday school classes and the Ladies Auxiliary. Kay loved the Lord with all that she had. And she loved her family with that same fierce heart. The highlight of her life was when her grandchildren came for a visit. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Kay is survived by:
Her loving husband of 47 years, Cecil Whitton
Daughter, Zoie Elizabeth Whitton
Son, Joshua Ray Whitton and wife, Angela
Sister, Judy Raines and husband, Buck
Grandchildren:
Wyatt Whitton
Aiden Whitton
Emma Whitton
She is preceded in death by her parents, Elvis and Nelva Rhodes.
Serving as pallbearers will be Marc Raines, Andy Raines, Michael Raines, John Elvis Raines, Aiden Whitton, and Steve Langford. Honorary pallbearers are Wyatt Whitton, James Mason, and Kyle Weatherford.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net.
07/29/2022
Margaret June Gordon Armstreet, 87, of Houston passed away Thursday, July 28, 2022, in Houston.
Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation one hour prior. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Margaret June Gordon Armstreet was born November 8, 1934, in Joaquin, Texas, to John E. Gordon and Gladys Lurlene Swan Gordon. She was a member of Melrose Baptist Church. June loved being a Mother to her only son, John Wayne Armstreet, and she loved playing the piano throughout her life. She obtained a Master’s Degree in Education Administration from Stephen F. Austin University, worked as a principal in the Klein School District for years, then went on to work for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, retiring as a teacher in the prison system.
She is survived by numerous cousins and loving friends.
Preceded in death by her parents, John E. Gordon and Gladys Lurlene Swan Gordon; and son, John Wayne Armstreet, 56.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
07/28/2022
Mary B. Rather Horn, of Little Rock, Arkansas and formally of Center, Texas, transitioned to her heavenly home on Saturday, July 23, 2022.
Visitation will be Thursday, July 28, 2022, from 1pm to 5pm at Faithful Funeral Home, 7727 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock AR 72204. Funeral services will be Friday, July 29, 2022, 11am at Longley Baptist Church, 9900 Geyer Springs Road, Little Rock, AR, where she was a Faithful member for 25+ years.
She leaves to cherish her precious memories:
Daughter, Sharon Horton Dickey (Darryl)
"Bonus" daughter, Angela Turner (Anthony)
Granddaughters:
Fatinah Mary Epps (Keithan)
Dominique Parker (Jerry)
LaKayla McClinton
Great-grandson, Kavon Epps
Brothers:
Samuel Rather (Jean) of Garrison
Michael Rather of Nacogdoches
Clifford Lynn Rather of Lufkin
Sisters:
Linda Black of Nacogdoches
Doris Rather of Baton Rouge, LA
Alice Mosley of Tyler
Joyce Johnson of Center
Josie Rather of Houston
Birdie Kelley of Houston
Shelia Rather of Houston, TX
First cousins, like brothers:
William Mann Hunter of Corpus Christi
Felton Greer of Giddings, TX
A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Services entrusted to Hicks Mortuary of Center, Texas and Faithful Funeral Home of Little Rock, AR. Online condolences www.faithfulfuneralhome.com.
07/27/2022
Lola B. Phillips, 82, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2022 at Focused Care of Center.
She was born to the late CD Cartwright and Beulah Garrett on September 18, 1939, in Shelbyville, Texas.
Funeral service is 12 noon on Saturday, July 30, 2022 at Center Triumph Church in Center with Bishop Zep Swindle officiating. Visitation is from 10am until 6pm on Friday, July 29 at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center. Interment is at Westview Cemetery in Center, Texas.
She attended Strong School in the Strong Community. She and her husband James “Duchie” Phillips established Val’s Place in 1985; it is still family owned today.
Lola B. was known for her open heart, her love for many family members and friends that she encountered. She nurtured and cared for not only her own children but, many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was also known for her good cooking. Each of us had our own favorites but her most requested items was chicken and dumplings. She shared her recipe with many but none compared to hers.
She was a member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church for many years where she proudly served on the usher board in early years and later jointed the choir. She remained a faithful member until the illness of her husband and then herself.
Those who preceded her in death were her parents, CD and Beulah; her husband, James Phillips; one son, Willie James Phillips; one daughter, Angie Osby; one brother, Henry Cartwright; three sisters, Maxcine Swindle, Jessie Bolton, and Gwendolyn Sparks-Singh.
She leaves to celebrate her memory:
Daughters:
Brenda (Louis) Jackson of Center
Connie Phillips of Center
Valeria (Glenn) Phillips-Hearne of Center
Ilene Eaden of Nacogdoches
Brother, B.E. (Katherine) Cartwright Sr. of Center
Sister, Vera Brown of Dallas
Sisters-in-law:
Patricia Phillips-Matthews of Lufkin
Molly Clark of Center
Ruby Wilson of Center
Brothers-in-law:
Charles Ray Phillips of El Paso
Richard Phillips of Center
9 Grandchildren, numerous Great-Grandchildren
Many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center.
07/27/2022
Elizabeth J. (Betty) Hill, of Logansport, passed away Wednesday July 6, 2022, in Shreveport, Louisiana. Betty Hill was born April 3, 1928 in Shreveport, Louisiana to James Paul “Jack” Jones of Tipton, Iowa and Ruby Lucille Williams of Kosciusko, Mississippi.
A celebration of life will be held at The First United Methodist Church of Logansport, La on July 30, 2022. Lunch for the family will be held in the Fellowship Hall at 11am. Visitation will be held from 12:00 noon to 1pm and the Celebration of Life will begin at 1pm.
Interment will follow, at O.E. Price Cemetery in Logansport, Louisiana. Family only.
She is survived by:
Daughters:
Deborah McCune and husband Cecil
Kathleen Stoll and husband Brian
Lisa Hitt and husband David
Suzanne Tewalt and husband Charlie
Kelly Darden and husband Tim
Grandchildren:
Jennifer Graham
Amy Burford
Kimberlee Perry
Jim Cooke
Katie Hitt
Matthew Hitt
Shelley Modisette
Lauren Patton
Joshua Darden
Jackson Darden
Christian Darden
19 Great-Grandchildren
2 nieces and a nephew
A host of friends.
She was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church of Logansport, La.
Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Dwight M. Hill; parents, “Jack” and Ruby Jones; brother, James Paul Jones, Jr.; and great-granddaughter, Ashley Faith Modisette.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First United Methodist Church P.O. Box 177 Logansport, LA 71049.
The family extends a very special thank you to Christus Schumpert's 3rd floor nurses and doctors who took such amazing care, attention and love of Betty. Also they would like to thank the Hospice staff, Wendi and Jami, of Christus Hospice and Pallative Care and Dr. Massengill for the kindness that was shown to all of us at this difficult time. They all deserve to be recognized for their compassion, love and dedication to their patients.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/25/2022
Janet Turner Capuzzi, 59, of Bryan passed away peacefully with her family by her side, Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Methodist Hospital in Katy Texas after a long but courageous battle. Janet was born on January 31, 1963, at Dow Hospital in Freeport, Texas, to Henry and Della Turner.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2022, at 10 am at Sand Hill Cemetery in Center, Texas.
Visitation will be held Friday, July 29, 2022, from 5-7 pm at Mangum Funeral Home in Center, Texas.
She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Janet had a prosperous career and worked at DNOW for the last 25 years where she absolutely loved what she did and the people she worked with. She was loved by all who knew her and her smile could light up a room. She never met a stranger and loved to tell stories and jokes to make people laugh.
Janet is preceded in death by her father, Henry Turner, brother-in-law, Timothy Fischer, father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Joan Capuzzi, and sister-in-law, Pat Capuzzi.
She is survived by:
Loving husband of 30 years Kevin Capuzzi of Bryan, Texas
Daughters:
Sarah O’Leary of College Station, Texas
Cady (Paul) Lanfear of Brazoria, Texas
Rachele (Steven II) Schroeter of Sweeny, Texas
Grandchildren: Wyatt, Walker, and Weston Lanfear and Steven III and Isabella Schroeter
Mother, Della Turner of Angleton, Texas
Sister, Julie Fischer of Lake Jackson, Texas
Uncle, Steve (Kandy) Woodall of Bedias, Texas
Sister-in-law, Jo (Bernard) Capuzzi of Sanford, FL
Brother-in-laws:
Darrell (PJ) Capuzzi of Geniva, FL
Randy (Linda) Capuzzi of Longwood, FL
Numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Kevin Capuzzi, Paul Lanfear, Steven Schroeter II, Steven Schroeter III, Steve Woodall, and Roscoe McSwain.
Honorary pallbearers will be Wyatt, Walker, and Weston Lanfear and Isabella Schroeter.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/25/2022
Klayton Lewis Chambliss, 14, of Tenaha, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2022, in Tenaha.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Sister Melba Rodgers officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Born November 27, 2007, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Klayton is the son of Kasey Hargrove Chambliss and Robbie Chambliss. His hobbies included football, fishing, and riding 4-wheelers. Klayton loved home, his siblings, and Tenaha ISD. He attended Ramah Baptist Church.
Left to cherish his memory are:
His parents, Kasey Hargrove Chambliss and Robbie Chambliss of Tenaha
Brothers:
Preston Chambliss of Tenaha
Christian Lewis Chambliss of Tenaha
Wesley Chambliss of Tenaha
Sister, Emily Chambliss of Tenaha
Great-grandfather, Johnny Hargrove of Shelbyville
Uncle, Richard Sharp Jr. of Joaquin
Cousin, Paislee Sharp of Joaquin
Grandfather, John David Adams of Center
Great-aunts:
Kim Hargrove Bridges of Center
Jessica Hargrove of Shelbyville
Bonus family:
Abigale Chambliss
Deanna Jackson
Anngelicia Luce
Robert and Barbara Chambliss
Julie Luce
Also a host of extended family and friends
Preceded in death by grandparents, Richard Sharp and Cindy Hargrove Sharp.
Pallbearers will be Jared Hargrove, Jeff Sharp, Brad Stanley, Jessie Griffith, Jamie Carroll, and Lynn Rogers. Honorary pallbearers will be Woodie Jernigan, Troy Shofner, Cody Miller, Jerrick Hargrove, and Jon Wittenburg.
A special thank you to Affinity Hospice for their compassionate care.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/25/2022
Mary Elizabeth Williams Parker, 88, of Center, Texas, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2022, surrounded by loved ones in her home. She was born on August 17, 1933 in Mansfield, Louisiana to the late Emmett Claude Williams Sr. and Reba Moorman Williams. Funeral service will be on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 2PM at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas, with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park, Center, Texas.
Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 1PM at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
From childhood, Betty was a faithful member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. She went on to play the piano and become a choir member. She was the wife of the late Donell Parker. Together, they shared 68 years of marriage and a treasure trove of memories.
Betty loved gospel music and also sang in The Gospel Airs Quartet. She, along with many cherished friends, dedicated their time and talents to the Shelby County Singing Convention. Betty worked at several dress shops and a local bookstore. Most important of all, she raised her family to the best of her ability with a heart filled with prayer in hopes that her family would remember to put God first.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Donald Parker and wife, Kelly
Michael Parker and wife, Monica
Daughter-in-law, Darlene Brymer
Sister, Yvonne Jackson
Nine grandchildren:
Andrew Brymer (Amber)
Cole Parker (Brittany)
Timothy Parker (Emily)
Whitney Rice (Matt)
Alex Parker (Lyssa)
Laeken Parker
Mackenzie Parker
Kristi Thibodeaux (Scott)
Derrick Suarez (Theresa)
Great-grandchildren: Logan, Bronson, Ethan, Abel, soon to be born, Kovy, Carson, Case, Mason, Colin, Sophie, Mila, Beckham, Connor, Adrienne, Eleanor, Liliana
Betty is preceded in death by her husband, Donell Parker, parents Emmett Claude Williams, Sr. and Reba Moorman Williams, a sister, Christine Williams Stumpf, a brother, Emmett Claude Williams, Jr., a son, David Brymer, and a grandson, Jacob Brymer.
Pallbearers serving will be Timothy Parker, Carson Parker, Cole Parker, Derrick Suarez, Scott Thibodeaux, and Connor Thibodeaux.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Cindy Webb, devoted caregiver and friend, for the excellent care she provided our mama, our Granny, Betty.
In lieu of flowers family requests donations be made to your favorite charitable or religious organization.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/25/2022
Bonnie Estelle (Knowles) Baker, age 87, who passed away on Tuesday afternoon, July 19 at her residence in Timpson, Texas.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 30 at 1:00pm at Tennessee Community Presbyterian Church, Timpson. Burial will be at the Tennessee Community Presbyterian Church Cemetery (5231 Fm 947, Timpson, TX 75975). Funeral services will be conducted by Chaplain Anthony Baker.
The family requests that visitation be observed in the Tennessee Community Presbyterian Church, located at 5231 Fm 947, Timpson, TX 75975 on Saturday from 10:00AM until time of service.
Survivors include:
Beloved husband of over 65 years, Kenneth Lewis Baker
Sons:
Richard Baker (his wife Brenda Baker)
Lewis Baker
Daughters:
Yvette (Baker) Bowen
Tanya Baker
Sister, Sharon Paulson (her husband Steve Paulson)
8 grandchildren:
Kenneth Joe Bowen (his wife Cheryl)
Billie Myrick (her husband Robert)
James Bearb, Jr.
Nicole Baker
Ashley (Baker) Basco (her husband Michael)
Jame’ Bearb
Anthony Baker
Kayli (Baker) Mathews (her husband Randy)
11 great-grandchildren: Brendan, Steven, Valyn, Jazmin, Kylie, Emerald, Cannon, Korie, Aiden, Cole, and Rylen
She also leaves behind many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents Frank Knowles and Alberta May (Hudson) Knowles, one grandchild Ryan Baker, son-in-law Bill Bowen and siblings L.D Knowles, Cecil Knowles, Carlton Knowles and Mary Anne Knowles.
Bonnie, a native of Mobile, Alabama, who later called Louisiana and Texas home, spent most of her life as a military spouse and has been a member of the Tennessee Community Presbyterian Church for the past 18 years. She worked in the past as a nursing assistant, substitute teacher, attendant, and school bus driver. Mrs. Baker, affectionately known as "Nannie," was a devoted wife, friend, sister, daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt. She was a true Florence Nightingale, traveling to take care of so many in their time of need and referred to these trips as mercy trips. She cherished spending time with her family and friends, enjoyed traveling and loved the great outdoors.
Pallbearers will be James Bearb, Jr., Brendan Myrick, Steven Fuss, Robert Myrick, Randy Mathews, and Michael Basco.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Richard Baker, Lewis Baker, Kenneth Joe Bowen, Cannon Myrick, Rylen Mathews, Aiden Basco and Cole Basco.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, is in charge of arrangements.
07/22/2022
Larry Hendricks, 69, of Center was born on July 29, 1952, to the late Arvel and Beatrice (Livingston) Hendricks. He passed from this life on July 14, 2022.
The family will receive friends and loved ones for a come-and-go visitation on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, from 1:00 – 3:00 pm in the McNutt Funeral Home Chapel.
Larry was a loving brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Larry spent most of his years as a carpenter/upholsterer and worked hard to provide for his family. In his spare time, Larry could be found in front of the TV watching “his shows”- classics like Bonanza and Mash. He loved and adored his grandchildren, and they certainly loved their Poppy. Larry found joy in the mundane and was known to be very quiet and keep to himself; his home was his favorite place to be. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Larry leaves behind:
Wife of 49+ years, Beverly Hendricks
Children:
Gwen and Roberto Rodriguez
Kevin and Charlotte Hendricks
Eight grandchildren: Coleman, Chase, Bailey, Kathy, Emily, Tristan, Mikah, and Avery
Sisters:
Barbara Renfro
Sheila Eubank
Becky Windham and spouse, David
Sisters-in-law:
Beverly Hendricks
Rita Hendricks
As well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and countless friends.
Larry is preceded in death by his daughter, Lesa Davis, his parents; two sisters: Patsy Adams, and Joy Fay Bailey, and four brothers: LaWayne, Jerry, Stanley, and James “Bud” Hendricks; and two brothers-in-law, Herman Bailey, and Jimmy Renfro.
Services are under the direction of McNutt Funeral Home, Lufkin, Texas.
07/20/2022
John “Ski” Koltonski, 68, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, July 16, 2022, in Shelbyville.
Visitation will start at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, July 21, 2022 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 22, 2022, at St. Therese Catholic Church in Center with Father Nelson officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Born March 14, 1954, John is the son of Edward Koltonski and Ann Andres. He was a veteran and served in the United States Air Force. John was a talker with a big personality. He loved cars, old movies, vintage radio programs, and playing solitaire. He was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church in Center.
Survivors include:
Sons:
John Koltonski and wife Summer of Shelbyville
Matt Koltonski and wife Crystal of Shelbyville
Chris Koltonski and wife Whitney of Shelbyville
Cade Koltonski and wife Ashley of Midland
Grandchildren: Jayden, Brayden, Payton, Kashton, Blake and Hunter, Lila Ann and Caleb, and Kendall
Brothers:
Tony Koltonski and wife Deborah of South Carolina
Frank Koltonski and wife Joan of South Carolina
Ed Koltonski and wife Marcy of Ohio
Preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Koltonski; parents, Edward Koltonski and Ann Andres Koltonski.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Pleasant Hill Cemetery, P.O. Box 91, Shelbyville, TX 75973.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/19/2022
Becky “Jane” Hudnall, 71, of Nacogdoches, passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at her home.
Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday July 22, 2022 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Stephen Hudnall and Felix Hudnall officiating. Interment will follow West Hamilton Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday July 21, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born April 9, 1951 to Allen Nichols, Jr. and Ada (Wilburn) Nichols in Honey Island, Tx. She loved spending time with her family.
She is preceded by her parents, Allen and Ada Nichols, husband, Joe Hudnall, and Brothers, George Nichols and Rex Nichols.
She is survived by:
Son, Joey Hudnall and wife, Tina
Daughter, Marcy Anthony
Grandchildren:
Stephanie Moore
Kyla Ramsey and husband, Colton
Morgan Cooper and husband, Colin
Bobby Hudnall and fiancé Madison Davis
Brianna Little
Tee Eberlan
David Anthony
Jacy Anthony
Great-Great-Grandchildren:
Addi Ramsey
Bryleigh Ramsey
Trent Ramsey
Harper Ramsey
Delta Cooper
Son-in-law, Tommy Anthony
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Friends and other Family
Pallbearers:
Dwayne Hudnall, Chris Hudnall, Bobby Hudnall, David Anthony, Colton Ramsey and Colin Cooper
Honorary Pallbearer, Weston Sowell
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
07/19/2022
Funeral services will be held for Florine Wall, 73, of Timpson, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at Taylor Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 pm on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at Taylor Funeral Home.
Mrs. Florine Wall was born on December 7, 1948 in Garrison, Texas. She passed on July 16, 2022 in Tyler, Texas.
Mrs. Florine Wall was born in the small town of Garrison, to the parents Bennie H. Airrington and Estelle “Spurlock” McNutt on December 7th, 1948 as a twin to her sister Maurine “Arrington” Richards. Soon after her birth, they moved to Center, Texas and made many lasting friends and wonderful memories there. Later, Florine attended Furr Junior and Senior High School where she would obtain her GED.
For most of Florine’s life she had an obsession with M&Ms and its memorabilia. In her adult years, she collected it all from the largest of signs and boxes to the smallest of trinkets. If it could be moved and had the M&M logo on it, she would find a way to collect and display it.
M&M’s weren’t the only thing she collected though. She was also very fond of purses and shoes, of which she had a vast collection of both. She had an exquisite feminine touch and had a shoe and a purse to match any outfit. If she didn’t have a match, it wouldn’t be long before she made one. Her drive to collect made her an amazing person to shop with. She had a purpose to stop at every store along her route, especially when it came to vacations. She loved to go out in the town with her sisters and would never come back empty handed.
Although she collected many things during her life, the most priceless possession Florine had was her loving family. She would give everything she had to be there for them and protect them. She didn’t have a need to be involved in local clubs or organizations because her family was the only support group she needed.
Florine is survived by:
Her husband, Richard E. Wall
Sons:
Allen Kimbro
Aaron Kimbro and wife, Jenny
Richard D. Wall and fiancé Misty Exnicious
Daughters:
Janera Wall
Liz Wall
Angie Green and husband, Johnnie
Janie Chasten and husband Jimmy
Sisters:
Merle Thompson
Sue Cook
Mary Hood
Maurine Richards
Grandchildren:
Chris Oliver
Dillon Kimbro
Ally Kimbro
Baylor Kimbro
Brecken Kimbro
Jason Hogard
Lacie Chasten
Connor Wall
Rick Oliver, and wife Rachelle
Jessica Oliver and husband Dexter Durham
Tara McCurley and husband Daniel
Zac Hogard and wife Eveylynn
Shay Chasten and husband Sean Lowe
Crystal Silva and husband Richard
Taylor McRight and husband Grant
Kourtney Wall and husband David Brunet
Kaitlyn McHenry and husband Travis
Along with 15 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews
Florine is preceded by her mother, Estelle McNutt; father, Bennie H. Airrington; brothers, Calvin Fulsum, Bennie R. Airrington, and Joe Airrington; daughter, Donna Graham; and grandson, Jonathan Graham.
Serving as pallbearers are Henry Denton, Connor Wall, Brian Sigler, Donald Sigler, Aaron Beall, and Oddie Mickelboro.
Services are under the direction of Taylor Funeral Home - https://www.taylorfh.net/
07/19/2022
José Leonardo Rodríguez Camarillo, 38, of Center, passed away Thursday, July 14, 2022, in San Augustine.
Visitation will be from 9am to 9pm, Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held 11am, Thursday, July 21, 2022, at St. Therese Catholic Church in Center. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born February 29, 1984, Jose is the son of Cleotilde Camarillo Herrera and Jose Ascencio Rodriguez Lara.
He is survived by:
Wife, Maria Veronica Moreno
Son, Edwin Rodriguez
Daughter, Sofia Rodriguez
Father, Jose Asencion Rodriguez Lara
Mother, Cleotilde Camarillo Herrera
Sisters:
Mayra Rodriguez and husband Julio Luna
Yuliana Rodriguez and husband Mario Valdez
Lizeth Rodriguez and husband Aldo Mendoza
Grandparents, Guillermo Camarillo and Isidra Herrera
Nieces and nephews:
Mayra Luna and husband Bryan Gallegos
Julio Luna
Regina Luna
Nicolas Valdez
Rodrigo Valdez
Aldo Mendoza
Leonardo Gallegos
Proceded in death by Leonardo Rodriguez Robles and Mercedes Lara Gaytan.
Pallbearers will be Edwin Rodriguez, Jose Asencian Rodriguez, Julio Luna, Flocelo Landin, Ignacia Gonzalez, and Jaime Mendoza.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
07/18/2022
John Bryant Chapman, 28, of Logansport, Louisiana, passed away Monday, July 18, 2022, in Nacogdoches.
Born January 1, 1994, John is the son of Judy Richard and Hugh Chapman. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, and spending all the time he could with his kids.
Survivors include:
Parents, Judy and Hugh Chapman of Logansport, Louisiana
Children:
Hayven Chapman
Carleigh Chapman
Baylor Chapman
Brother, J.D. Glaze
Sisters:
Felicia Louis
Lacey Mustin
Jessica McCoid
also, numerous nieces and nephews
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
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