Obituaries
10/22/2024
Shirley Jean Rowland, 88, of Bryan, Texas, passed away on October 18, 2024, surrounded by loved ones in Bryan, Texas. She was born on December 26, 1935, in Marshall, Texas, to the late Thomas Smith and Eunice (Lawerence) Smith.
Funeral service will be held at 2PM on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Duncan Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 1PM on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home.
Shirley was born and raised in Marshall, Texas. She graduated from Marshall High School. She met and married the love of her life, Duncan Rowland, in a few short months. The two were widows at the time. Although, little time passed before they were married, the two have spent over 47 years by each other’s side. She retired from Mellon Mortgage Company after thirty years and her and Duncan enjoyed traveling together. Shirley loved to travel in their RV as well as their private plane they owned to explore the countryside of the great USA. She enjoyed clogging, playing dominoes, bowling, and corn hole. She and Duncan volunteered many hours for Hilltop EMS. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. One of her favorite times of the year was the holidays. She loved dressing up for each holiday celebrated. Shirley loved the Lord and attended Hilltop Lake Chapel.
She is survived by:
Husband, Duncan Rowland
Sons:
Darrell Benoit and wife Cindy
Randy Rowland and wife Debbie
Daughters:
Janice Gomez and husband Ray
Cynthia Rowland
Rhonda Livingston and husband Eddie
Sister, Martha Dawson
13 Grandchildren,
16 Great-Grandchildren
Shirley is preceded in death by her son Rodney Rowland; parents, Thomas and Eunice Smith; and sisters, Naomi McCloud, Anna Kate Scott, Bessie Moore; and brother, Calvin Smith.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
10/22/2024
Louise Wilburn Tompkins, 84, of San Augustine, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024, in San Augustine.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate. Interment will follow at Patroon Cemetery in the Patroon Community of Shelby County.
Born May 12, 1940, in Shelby County, Louise is the daughter of Horace E. Wilburn and Bernice Elliott Wilburn. Louise was raised in Shelby County. She was one of five children. Louise married the love of her life, Wyman Earl Tompkins, and the two had three children. They devoted over 64 years to each other before Wyman passed away in 2021. She worked for Deep East Texas Electric Company for over 32 years. Louise was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed loving her family, reading, and cooking. Louise was a fantastic cook. She was a member of White Rock Baptist Church in San Augustine.
She is survived by:
Children:
Peggy Tompkins Collins, and husband, Michael of Shelbyville
Michael Tompkins, and wife Paula, of San Augustine
Keith Tompkins of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Christopher Winfield, and wife Adriane
Luke Winfield, and wife, Brittany
Jon Michael Tompkins, and wife, Jessica
Lynsie Watson, and husband, Stephen
Winston Tompkins, and wife, Ashlyn
Great-grandchildren:
Avery
Peyton
Jacob
Harleigh
Madi
Declan
Reece
Mason
Asher
Wylden
Lachlyn
Baby in February 2025
Brothers:
Travis (Tappy) Wilburn, and wife, Delma of Shelby County
Carroll Wilburn, and wife, Virginia of Shelby County
A host of nieces and nephews, family and friends who will miss her dearly.
Preceded in death by husband, Wyman Earl Tompkins; parents, Horace and Bernice Wilburn; daughter-in-law, Terri Smith Tompkins; brother, Larry Wilburn; and sister, Joyce Smith. Pallbearers will be Robert Wilburn, Scott Wilburn, Bradley Wilburn, Joe Williams, Lynn Williams, and Tim Hardy.
The family would like to thank Dr. John Oglesbee, Colonial Pines Nursing Home, and Affinity Hospice for their kind and loving care. Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/22/2024
Vivian “Nell” Smothermon Patterson, 91, of Keithville, Louisiana, passed away Monday, October 21, 2024, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Grawood Baptist Church in Keithville, Louisiana. Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 25, 2024, at Old Home Cemetery in Shelby County. Bro. Chris Wilcutt will officiate.
Born May 23, 1933, in Shelby County, Vivian is the daughter of Arden Desma Smothermon and Allie Carpenter Smothermon. She owned and operated her own beauty salon for more than 15 years. Vivian enjoyed girl trips to the mountains. She loved spending time with her family and often cooked delicious meals for them. At the age of 12, she accepted the Lord as her Savior. Vivian was a member of Grawood Baptist Church in Keithville, Louisiana.
She is survived by:
Children:
Beverly Falkenberry, and husband, Frank
Rhonda Laird, and husband, Glenn Brad Patterson, and wife, Cheryl
Gail Screws, and husband, Aaron
Grandchildren:
Jason Falkenberry
Jennifer Whitfield
Laura Buivides
Suzanne Murphy
Greg Patterson
Cody Patterson
Brandon Screws
Allie Howe
12 great grandchildren
Brothers:
Glendon Smothermon
Doug Smothermon
Preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Patterson; and parents, Arden Desma Smothermon and Allie Carpenter Smothermon.
Pallbearers will be Jason Falkenberry, Michael Falkenberry, Greg Patterson, Kris Murphy, Cody Patterson, Gabe Buivides, and Josh Howe.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/21/2024
Diane Carol Wiggins Sample, 83, of Houston, Texas passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024. She was born in Houston, Texas on March 3,1941 to parents, Carolyn G. (Wiggins) Espinosa and Sheldon T. Wiggins.
Diane was a devoted wife of 63 years. She will be fondly remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend. Diane loved and prayed for her family without ceasing. Some of her many passions included spending quality time with her family and friends.
Before retirement Diane had a career in education. She was a Teacher for over 50 years. Her joy for teaching didn't end there. Diane also taught Sunday school. She was a prayer partner and a devout member of Day Spring Church. She touched lives of many around the world through missions. She was a woman of great faith and made the decision to become an Ordained Minister. Some of Diane's greatest pastimes included, attending the friendship center twice a week for fellowship and playing bingo with her friends. She greatly impacted every person she encountered until her final days on this earth. Diane will be greatly missed by all who came to know her.
Diane is preceded in death by her parents, Carolyn G. (Wiggins) Espinosa and Sheldon T. Wiggins and Son in law Del.
She is survived by:
Loving husband of 63 years, Talmadge Wane Sample
Children:
Talmadge Sample Jr. (Janice)
Mike Sample (Nancy)
Carolyn Felice (Gene)
Kelly Butler (Del)
Casey Sample (Monica)
19 grandchildren
13 great-grandchildren
Siblings:
Sheldon Tom Wiggins (Irene)
Robert Espinosa (Janie)
Denise Espinosa Loyd
Beloved dog, Woody
As well as a host of other family and friends.
A visitation for Diane will be held Friday, October 25, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Brookside Funeral Home, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, TX 77039. A funeral service is scheduled to follow at 12:00 PM. Burial will be at Sample Cemetery in Center TX on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 1:00 PM.
The service will be live streamed on Brookside Memorial Funeral Home Facebook page, you may click on the following link https://www.facebook.com/BrooksideLauder.
10/21/2024
Jimmy Lynn Rhame, 74, of Center, passed away Monday, October 21, 2024, in Nacogdoches.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at Sardis Cemetery in Center with visitation beginning at Noon. Matt Miller will officiate, assisted by Bro. Don Windham and Bro. Dan Fleming.
Born August 6, 1950, in Shelby County, Jimmy is the son of Lee Esco Rhame and Sallie Adams Rhame Brittain. He spent many years in construction and most recently worked for Center ISD as a custodian. His hobbies included playing bingo and watching westerns. Jimmy was a member of Mt. Calvary Full Gospel Church, where he served as song leader.
He is survived by:
Wife, Betty Rhame of Center
Sons:
Wesley Rhame and wife Savannah of Center
Kris Rhame and wife Charla of Center;
Grandchildren:
Colton Rhame and wife Michelle
Jaden Rhame
Jake Lynn Rhame
Calob Chisenhall
Matthew Chase Rhame
Caden Sowell
Zachary Retherford and wife Alaina
Great-grandchildren:
Cailyn Rhame
Cole Rhame
Raelyn Retherford
Fisher Retherford
Sisters:
Sue Jansen of Center
Tammy Lewis of Center
Numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives; and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by his granddaughter, Alyssa Retherford; parents, Lee Esco Rhame and Sallie Adams Rhame Brittain; sister, Cathy Lee Hamlin; sister-in-law, Iva Nell Miller; and brothers-in-law, Gene Miller and David Jansen.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/14/2024
Dallas Joseph Berry, 79, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on October 13, 2024, in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born on April 1, 1945.
A Celebration of Life visitation will be held from 5:00 – 6:00PM on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
A full obituary will be published soon.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
10/14/2024
Patricia “Nikki” Diaz, 41, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on October 12, 2024, surrounded by loved ones in Tyler, Texas, after a brief illness. She was born on October 18, 1982, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Charles Brown and Mary (Evans) Brown.
Funeral service will be held at 2PM on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home, with Bro. Tommy Cunningham officiating. Interment will follow at Jackson Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 6-8PM on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
Nikki attended Joaquin High School. Her favorite hobbies were coloring, doing yard work, and spending time with family and friends. The family will miss having her at holiday gatherings. Her brother, JR, loved to see how mad he could make her. Regardless of how mad he made her, she always let it be known she loved her “baby brother” very dearly.
She is survived by:
Son, Dustyn Raymond and wife Haley
Parents:
Butch and Mary Brown
Johnny and Karen Parker
Grandmother, Janie Thornton
Sister, April Childress and husband Brandon
Brothers:
JR Brown and wife Katie
Tyler Parker and wife Hannah
A host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Special friend, “Mama Jackie”
Best friend and special cousin, MT Amox
Nikki is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Helen Jane and Wayne Evans; paternal grandparents, Hugh and Sue Brown; grandparents, John and Betty Cunningham; aunt, Sherry Shaw; uncles, Marion Cunningham and Morris Wayne Brown.
The family would like to send a special thanks to the ICU staff at UT Health Tyler for the compassionate care shown during Nickki’s stay.
Pallbearers serving will be M.T. Amox, Johnathon Amox Sr., Johnathon Amox Jr., Tommy Amox, J.D. Glaze, and Jimmy Wayne Evans.
Honorary pallbearers serving will be Charles Carroll, Hunter Carroll, Lane Glaze, Justyn Brown, Jadyn Brown, Benson Brown, Devon Lee, Degan Lee, and Levi Childress.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
10/14/2024
Deborah Lynette Sellman, 65, of Center, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Ephesus Baptist Church in Shelbyville with visitation beginning at 1pm. Bro. Ronnie Wheeler will officiate. Interment will follow at Sellman Family Cemetery.
Born October 1, 1959, in Beaumont, Deborah is the daughter of Eugene Gum and Patsy Hale Gum. She loved reading, camping, boating, and SFA Basketball. Deborah was a member of Gideon’s International, Women’s Service League, and Ephesus Baptist Church.
She is survived by:
Husband of 33 years, Henry Ennis Sellman Jr. of Center
Daughters:
Amanda and husband Kaleb Castor of Waxahachie
Ashley Sellman of Plano
Stepson, Henry Ennis Sellman III and wife Kayla of Coleman, Alabama
Granddaughter, Colbie Lynn Castor
Brothers and sister:
Craig Gum and wife, Luann of Ft. Pierce, Florida
Kevin Gum of Stillwater, Oklahoma
Tracey and husband, Mike Robinson of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
Preceded in death by parents, Eugene Gum and Patsy Hale Gum; and brother, Brian Gum.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
10/11/2024
Lawrence E. “Sonny” Gardner Sr., 89 of Ypsilanti, Michigan, died on September 23, 2024, in Michigan. He was born to the parent of Mr. Louis “Harry” Gardner on March 10, 1935, in Center, Texas.
Memorial Service for Mr. Lawarence E Gardner Sr. will be held Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Metropolitan Memorial Baptist Church, 431 Hawkins St., Ypsilanti, MI 48197 at 11am.
“Sonny” is survived by:
Wife, Caroline Gardner of Michigan
Son, Ed Malloy & wife Alicia of Michigan
Brother, Larry Gardner of Michigan
Daughters:
Karen & husband Maurice Glenn of Michigan
Shirley & husband Rex Carter of Michigan
Sisters:
Barbara Shepard of Mobil Alabama
Lois Williams of Mobil Alabama
Uncle: Lucky & Wilda Gardner of Center, Texas
Special 1st Cousin, Levady and C.W. Gillaspie of Center, Texas
Host of additional 1st cousins.
Services announced by Hicks Mortuary, Center, Texas.
10/08/2024
Janice Marie Stough Harrold 12/30/1954 - 10/08/2024. Janice was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. Janice passed away in Spring Texas after a courageous battle with cancer. Janice was born in Ypsilanti Michigan to parents Garlton Mozell Stough and Glenda Aline Stough.
She is survived by:
Children:
Kristy Arndt (with daughter-in-law Amanda Arndt)
Randy Thomas Arndt (with daughter-in-law Gabriell Arndt)
Grandchildren:
Hailey McLemore
Derek Arndt
Reanna Morris
Ryan Arndt
Great-grandchildren:
Preston McLemore and Mason McLemore
Erick Harrold (with daughter-in-law Stephanie Council
Grandchildren:
Jasmine Harrold
Anthony Harrold
Skylar Harrold
EmmaLee Harrold
Brothers: Bill, Tom and Bob Stough and their families.
Janice also leaves behind many loving friends. Janice lived in several different places but always wanted to be near her children and grandchildren. She loved fishing, singing karaoke to motown hits, playing cards but most of all she loved spending time with her family. She loved the Detroit Tigers and Lions! Her laughter and smile could light up a room and brighten the darkest of days. She was loved by many and will be missed by all.
10/10/2024
Sister Shirley McRae, 80, of Center, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024, in Center, surrounded by loved ones.
A private family graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Strong Cemetery in Huxley with a public visitation from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Bro. Coy Hicks will officiate, assisted by Bro. Eric Bolebaucher.
Born February 27, 1944, in Center, Sister Shirley is the daughter of Melvin Mayfield and Irene Strong Mayfield. She was a former Pastor’s wife at Sardis Pentecostal Church in Sardis and was most recently a member of Center First United Pentecostal Church in Center.
She is survived by:
Children:
Keith McRae and wife Sami Jo
Sheri Martin and husband Andy
Grandchildren:
Jennifer Ray and husband Stevie
Alicia Gierak and husband Matt
Chris McRae
Nicole Neal
Blaine McRae and wife Emily
Great-grandchildren:
Hunter and Ryder Davis
Luke, Reese, and Chase Gierak
Kohen McRae
Brother, Larry Mayfield and wife Lynda
She is preceded in death by husband, Edward McRae; parents, Melvin Mayfield and Irene Strong Mayfield; and sister, Mavis McCauley.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/10/2024
Lannie C. McDonald III, 50, of Huxley, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024, in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 11, 2024, at Lydia Baptist Church in Huxley with visitation beginning at 9:30 a.m. Bro. Michael McArthur will officiate. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Born August 30, 1974, in Center, Lannie is the son of Lannie C. McDonald Jr. and Sheila Ann Hutto McDonald. His hobbies included watching wrestling, listening to country music and collecting sports cards. He loved visiting his friends and keeping up with the community. Lannie was a member of Lydia Baptist Church all his life. It was there he dedicated his life to Christ 37 years ago.
Lannie was full of life and loved BIG.
He was loved and protected by all his classmates. If you couldn’t be nice to him or say nice things about him, you couldn’t be their friend. They all went crazy cheering him on the day he was awarded a full college scholarship.
Lannie graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1993 and was a BIG supporter of the Dragons. Still to this day, everybody remembers how loud and proud he was of his school and his football team. You could always count on him to be at every pep rally and every football and basketball game cheering on his Dragons. He was awarded Most School Spirited by his classmates and was presented the Top Dragon Award his senior year by the Principal, Burley Lamb.
Lannie would often run and bump into other kids at school and say he was a football player. Everybody was concerned he would hurt himself when he would randomly run into a brick wall and bounce off, but he said, “No, I’m not…I’m just practicing football.” He was very proud of the football presented to him by Rusty Hall signed by all the football players… to be displayed in the center of his casket spray. Till his last breath, he would still express his love for the “Mighty Dragons.”
He also loved the Dallas Cowboys and was able to attend several games at the Dallas Cowboy Stadium with Burley Lamb. He could tell you all the stats from previous games from memory. He proudly wore his Dallas Cowboy’s jacket anytime it was cold enough. His love for football was remarkable!
He loved sports, but he loved his Jesus even more. His senior quote was, “The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want. I know He will be with me whatever I do.”
Lannie now has a front row seat to all the ballgames with the best view ever. I bet Burley Lamb met him at the gates and said, “I’ve been waiting on you to talk about football.”
What a day that will be when we reunite with Lannie. He was so loved and will never be forgotten.
He is survived by:
Parents, Lannie C. McDonald Jr. and Sheila Ann Hutto McDonald
Cousins:
Chastity Wilkins
Jagger Hudman
Chesney Wilkins
Cutter Bradshaw
Chyler Bradshaw
R.W. McDonald
Kayla Jingles
Debbie R.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Foster and Grace Hutto and Lannie McDonald Sr. and Willie Mae McDonald; aunt, Judy Wilkins; uncles, W.T. McDonald and J.E. McDonald; and cousin, John McDonald.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/09/2024
Bennie Evelyn Alford, 99, of Tenaha, Texas, passed away on October 8, 2024, Center, Texas. She was born on July 9, 1925, in Shelby County, Texas, to the late Andy Bryant Cobb and Essie (Smith) Cobb.
Graveside service will be held at 10AM on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at Enterprise Cemetery, County Road 4323, Tenaha, Texas, with Bro. Wayne Butler officiating.
Bennie was raised in Shelby County. She was raised one of six children. Bennie married the love of her life, John Bail Alford, at the early age of fourteen. The two had seven children. They devoted over 60 years to each other before John passed away in 1999. She worked for Robbie’s Supermarket for over 30 years. Bennie was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother. She enjoyed painting, crocheting, and quilting. Bennie was a fantastic cook. She had savory biscuits and chicken-n-dumplings, among many other dishes. She enjoyed the outdoors and loved growing flowers. Bennie loved the Lord and served through United Methodist Church, Tenaha, for many years.
She is survived by:
Daughters:
Joyce Marie Sloan and husband Mike
Nancy Donahoe
Sons:
Johnny Randall Alford and wife Ione
John Bell Alford and wife Lori
Grandchildren:
Tammy Evelyn Winn
Mark Randall Alford and wife Sylvia
Kimberly Ann Kirkland and husband Kevin
Johnny Spurlock and wife April
Mike Smith and wife Robyn
Ronnie Smith and wife Joann
Terry Smith and wife Mona
Jenny LaBay and husband Daniel
Emily Alford-Hemus and husband Cody
Zachary Alford
Numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren
Son-in-law, Jerry Smith
Host of nieces and nephews, family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Bennie is preceded in death by her husband, J.B. “Jake” Alford; son, Larry Hoyt Alford; daughters, Barbara Ann Smith, Brenda Daniels; parents, Andy and Essie Cobb; grandsons, Donnie Spurlock and Timmy Spurlock; son-in-law, Kenny Donahoe; one sister and four brothers.
The family would like to thank Pine Grove Nursing Home and everyone that contributed to the kind and compassionate care given to Bennie over the last five years.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
10/09/2024
Patricia Green Wright, 51, of Center, passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2024, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, October 11, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Watson & Sons Chapel with James Tyre officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Center.
Born September 26, 1973, in Center, Patricia is the daughter of Jerry Green and Evon Green. Her hobbies included fishing, hunting, and taking photos. She had a strong belief in God. Patricia was a member of Order of Eastern Star Center Chapter.
She is survived by:
Husband, Buddy Wright of Center
Children:
Victoria Clifton of Center
Kristi and Jarid Barton of Timpson
Owen Clifton of Center
Ashley Wright of Nacogdoches
Breanna and Josh Fuller of Center
Kyle Wright of Center
Grandchildren:
Mason Fuller
Jesse Fuller
Jaycee Fuller
Jordyn Fuller
Madyson Fuller
Melony Fuller
Olivia Barton
Alyssa Barton
Mother, Evon Green of Center
Sisters:
Peggy Shrestha of Center
Tina Smith and husband Josh of Hemphill
Brother, John Green of Center
Numerous nieces and nephews
A host of cousins
Special friend, Paula Haley
She is preceded in death by her father, Jerry Green; and mother-in-law, Mickie Wright.
Pallbearers will be Matt Sneed, Derek Hughes, Dustin King, Michael Nichols, Eric Williams, and Kyle Wright.
A special thanks to her family at T&R Steaks & More.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/09/2024
Daniel Arthur Olson Jr., age 53, of San Augustine, Texas, passed away suddenly Sunday, October 6, 2024, in San Augustine County.
"Danny" was born September 21, 1971, in San Augustine, Texas, to parent Betty Louise (Mosley) and Daniel Arthur Olson Sr. and was a lifelong area resident. He had worked as a mechanic and truck driver. Danny was also a whiz working with computers, repairing as well as programming and operation. He loved outdoor activities with fishing being his passion. Danny never met a stranger and was always ready to help or give in any way to benefit others.
His survivors include:
Wife, Amanda Clopton Olson
Children:
Jacob Olson of Shelbyville, Texas
Tabatha Olson McMillian and husband Loyce of Tyler, Texas
Brooke Cotton of Galveston, Texas
Jacob Johnson of Galveston, Texas
Grandchildren: Niya, Serenity, Skylar, Kobe, and Rayne McMillian, all of Tyler, Texas
Sister, Elizabeth "Lisa" McCary of Huntington, Texas
Half-brother, John Hogg of Land O'Lakes, Florida
Uncle, Arthur James "AJ" Mosley of San Augustine, Texas
Step-dad, Ronald "Pop' Sullivan of Powder Springs, Georgia
Nephew, Mike McCary of Pollok, Texas
Niece, Tiffany White of Tyler, Texas
Along with a host of other relatives.
He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel Arthur Olson Sr.; and his mother, Betty Louise Mosley; daughter, Star Danielle Olson; maternal grandparents, AJ and Annie Maurine Mosley; paternal grandparents, Daniel K. Olson and Donna M. Haviland; and uncles, Donald Ray Mosley and Robert Earl Mosley.
A Celebration of Life memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 10, 2024, at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, located at 316 W. Columbia Street in San Augustine, Texas.
Visit www.WymanRobertsFH.com for memories and condolences. Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas.
10/07/2024
Bro. Billy Windham, 81, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024, in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5pm to 7pm, Monday, October 7, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10am, Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Kevin Windham and Bro. B.J. Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Patroon Cemtery in Patroon.
Born October 19, 1942, in Patroon, Bro. Billy is the son of Earl Windham and Nellie Risinger Windham. He served as Pastor of New Harmony Missionary Baptist Church in Shelbyville for 48 years. His hobbies included hunting with his brother, Don, and watching football. Bro. Billy loved spending time with his family, especially his children and grandchildren. He loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and he loved his church family.
He is survived by:
Wife, Carol Windham
Children:
B.J. Windham
Rachel Crawford and husband Josh
Sandra Parker and husband Danny
Granddaughters:
Jaelyn, Jenna, and Julie Crawford
Samantha, Alex, and Brianna Black
Brother, Don Windham and wife Linda
Sister, Betty Denby
Mother-in-law, Patricia Dean
Sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law:
Marla and Tony Denby
Leanne and Philip Chambliss
Holly and Robert Amburn
Brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Junior and Joyce Dean
Numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by parents, Earl and Nellie Windham; brother, James Wyatt Windham; brother-in-law, Bill Denby; sister-in-law, Nettie Windham; and father-in-law, Clint Dean.
Pallbearers will be Junior Dean, Jeff Windham, Philip Chambliss, Tony Denby, Robert Amburn, Keith Windham, Nolan Chambliss, and Jarrod Denby. Honorary pallbearer will be Timmy Denby.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
10/05/2024
Beatrice Parks, 91, of Carthage, Texas, passed away Friday morning, October 4, 2024, in Carthage.
A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Patroon Cemetery in Shelby County under the direction of Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home. A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home.
Mary Beatrice Goodwyn was born to the late Jimmy Hogg and Mary Gladys Risinger Goodwyn on July 25, 1933, in Shelby County, Texas. She graduated from Shelbyville High School. Beatrice married Carson Newman Parks on February 1, 1952, in Liberty County, Texas, and he preceded her in death on October 14, 2006. She worked for many years at Sears in Port Arthur before moving to Vidor and later to Carthage where she worked for Paul Carter at Panola Furniture. Beatrice was also preceded in death by her sisters, Evelyn Wagstaff and Alice Joy Cooper; brother, Thomas Allen Goodwyn; and 2 great-great grandchildren.
Survivors include:
Sons:
Edward “Tex” Parks and wife Donnette of Clayton
Wade “Little Tex” Parks
Grandchildren:
Chad Parks and wife Kim
Sunny Britt and husband Jamie
Jesse Parks and wife Carman
Jimmy Parks and wife Courtney
Samantha Jeans and husband Morgan
14 great-grandchildren
12 great-great grandchildren with one on the way.
A guestbook may be signed at www.jimerson-lipsey.com.
10/03/2024
Rosh Deon Rushing, 45 passed away on September 25, 2024. Rosh Deon Rushing was born December 13, 1979, in Center, Texas to Linda Gale Rushing and Darry Lynn Rushing.
Visitation Friday October 4, 2024 at 10am till 6pm at Community Funeral home Chapel 157 Neville Rd, Center TX 75935. Interment at Thompson Cemetery in Shelbyville, TX.
Celebrating the Life of Roshea Deon Rushing service will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 11am located ad Triumph The Church and Kingdom of God and Christ, 906 Daniel Street, Center, TX 75935.
Officiating Bishop Howard Cloudy Sr.
Rosh Deon Rushing was raised in a small community outside of Center, Texas called Jamestown Community, where he grew up with close family and friends. Rosh worked in general labor and attended Center Schools.
His favorite hobby was drawing unique pictures of beautiful images that made him smile.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents Nobel and Pauline Johnson and J Royce and Bennie Rushing, two uncles Yvain and Jimmy Rushing one Big Brother Eric Johnson, and one Nephew Brodrick Hubbard.
Rosh leaves to Cherish his memories and legacy:
Mother, Linda Gale Rushing
Father, Darry Lynn Rushing
Son, Austin Rushing
Sisters:
ShyKeitha Rushing
Kalishia Horton Calhoun
Brother, Hose Singleton
Nieces:
Eshia Hubbard
Keasmine Johnson
Nephews:
Derrick Johnson
Jaquadrick Johnson
Demashae Patton
Uncles:
Charles (Era) Johnson Sr.
Willie (Rachel) Johnson,
Noble Johnson Jr.,
Dan (Tammy) Johnson
Aunts:
Patricia Johnson Moore
Cynthia (Tony) Hooks
Benita Washington
Lamikah Rushing
Best Friend, Makeshia Berry
A host of great nephew, nieces, cousins and friends who were charged to keep striving for greatness!
Services under the direction of Community Funeral Home, 157 Neville Rd, Center TX 75935. 936-598-9000
10/03/2024
Curtis Rashad Harris, 37, passed away September 25, 2024 in his hometown San Augustine, TX.
Curtis Rashad Harris was born on December 19, 1986, in Lufkin, TX to parents; Jimmy Swindle & Bonita Harris Swindle.
Funeral service Saturday, October 5, 2024-11:00 am at Mt. Olive Baptist Church 631 Columbia St. San Augustine, TX 75972. Visitations on Friday, October 4, 2024 at 2:00p.m. until 6:00 p.m at Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Dr. Nacogdoches, TX 75961. Burial at Mosiac Cemetery, San Augustine, TX 75972
Curtis' career trajectory was defined by an unrelenting pursuit of excellence and fervor, yielding a lasting impression as a loyal and devoted truck driver. His dreams and aspirations to get back into the business and own his own truck were cut short due to his declining health.
He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends for his exceptional wit, charismatic presence,
and radiant smile.
He is survied by:
Parents; Jimmy & Bonita Swindle.
(5) lovely children; Sariah, Jeremiah, Ciara, J'Kamryn, and Krissyana.
Maternal grandmother; Margaret Brown
(4) Siblings; Ashely Campbell, Brittney Johnson, Za'Gloria Garrett, and Justin Garrett and his son (DJ)
(2) special nephews; Christian Campbell, and Courtney Davis.
A special neice Amayah (Niecey Pooh).
(3) Special Cousins; Reagan, Maliah, and Raelynn.
Special God-Parents; Mr. & Mrs. Benny J. Wilson
Numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends.
Curtis is preceeded in death by paternal grandparents; Dennis & Mae Helen Swindle, and maternal grandfather; Foster Harris Jr.
Services Entrusted To His Family of Professionals: Sid Roberts Funeral Home 3535 S.E. Stallings Dr. Nacogdoches, TX 75961. (936) 564-4351 or Fax (936) 564-4933
“Where The Family Comes First”
10/03/2024
Bonnie Stanford, 91, of Center, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, October 7, 2024, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Pastor Steve Noble officiating. Interment will follow at Shilo Cemetery in Mt. Enterprise, Texas.
Born July 26, 1933, in Center, Bonnie is the daughter of Ralph Myrick and Lessie Chandler Dearing. She loved quilting, gardening, and tending to her roses, irises, and lilies. She was a member of New Life Church in Center.
She is survived by:
Children:
Greg Stanford and wife Shannon
Linda Puckett
Marshall Dover
Pauline Mauhar
Numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren
Special friends, Charles and Sara Abbott
Caretakers: Shannon Stanford, Sheila Bates, Teri Goforth, and Jennifer Matthews
Preceded in death by her husband, Omer Stanford; father, Ralph Myrick; mother, Lessie Dearing; stepfather, Phillip Dearing; brothers, J.C. Myrick and Hayward Myrick; sisters, Grace Burns and Dixie Merritt; and sons-in-law, Billy J. Puckett Sr. and Ron Mauher.
Pallbearers will be Greg Stanford, Billy J. Puckett Jr., Haley Stanford, Charles Abbott, Gregory E. Stanford, David Bates, and Colten Stewart.
A special thanks to Pastor Steve and Terre Noble and New Life Church, P.A. April Gaddy and all of Cline Family Practice in Center, and Affinity Hospice in Center for their love and compassionate care.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
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