Obituaries
05/09/2024
Charles "Charlie" Townsend Frame gained his angel wings on May 6, 2024 wrapped in his mama’s arms. Although he’s gone from this life, he will live on in the hearts of many others he left behind.
Charlie was born in Tyler, Tx on November 13, 2022. After a long hospital stay, he was finally able to come home on April 6, 2023. He was the last little puzzle piece that the Frames needed to complete their growing family. He loved smiling, and would laugh at his brothers and sisters while they wrestled in the floor. His contagious grin and mischievous facial expressions kept everyone wrapped around his finger. He was Ms. Rachel’s biggest fan, and was even able to have a Ms. Rachel themed 1st birthday party, complete with a life-size cardboard cutout of her! He would listen and watch Ms. Rachel all day if you’d let him. He enjoyed the outdoors and getting to experience new things. He fought from day 1 of his entire life, but it never dulled his shine. Every challenge he faced, his family and nurses were right behind him supporting him every step of the way. Anyone who met him instantly fell in love with him. Knowing him was a treasure many will always cherish.
Charlie is survived by:
Father and mother, John and Shelley Frame of Center
Siblings: Bella, John Jr, Travion, Jace, and Camryn
His nurses, family and friends.
We all find peace in our hearts knowing Charlie is now free from all sickness, playing in heaven with our Lord and savior, and watching over all of his loved ones.
Visitation will be held from 5pm to 7pm, Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2pm, Sunday, May 12, 2024, at Watson & Sons Chapel. Bro. Ruston Bush and Bro. Matthew Frame will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
05/09/2024
Wilbur Murray Borders, 89, of Center, Texas, passed away on May 5, 2024, in Center, Texas. He was born on July 16, 1934, in Milledgeville, Georgia, to the late Jack Borders and Pearl (Lingold) Borders.
Funeral service will be held at 11AM on Friday, May 10, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home, with Bro. Porter Brewer officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.
Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 10AM on Friday, May 10, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home.
The Jack Borders family moved from Georgia to Bordersville, Texas, north of Houston on February 8, 1938, and later permanently settled nearby in Humble, Texas, where Murray spent most of his early years. Murray joined First Baptist Church, Humble, Texas, as a teenager and as most Baptists, he was “once a Baptist always a Baptist”. He married Dorris Denise Serres, and they had two children, a son, Jeffrey Wayne Borders and a daughter, Karen Lynette Borders.
In the mid 50’s, Murray started his 6-year obligation to the United States Army, spending 2 years active duty with basic training at Ft. Carson, Colorado, and the remaining active duty at the former Presidio US Army post, at the northern tip of the San Fransisco peninsula, the base of the Golden Gate Bridge. His remaining years were served in the Reserves. He served his entire active service as a The Company Clerk because he was the only one in the company who raised his hand when the company was asked, “Can anyone use a typewriter?” This turned out to be a very serious experience for Murray, as the responsibility of clerical detail required extreme accuracy. This was during the onset of the “ballistic missile” era. “Top Clearance” and “Secrecy” were Standard Operating Procedures. Murray worked well under the stress and rigid requirements; he greatly loved his country and immensely enjoyed his time in the United States Military. He liked driving top level commanders, including generals, to various locations and meetings and was fascinated by their brain power and their personalities.
Murray then returned to civilian life in the Houston area and worked for Baker Oil Tools for over 25 years, first domestically, then residing and working internationally, in Venezuela, Indonesia, and Australia. Murray and Quincy were married in 1965 and the two have spent over 58 years together. They traveled extensively during their time together, while Murray was working on various jobs. After retirement, they moved back to the states and went to work for the Jaffa Company in Waxahachie for his brother-in-law, Sam Jaffa and his sister, Geneva, in their crystal and glass etching business. Later he and Quincy settled in Center, Texas, where Quincy’s mother was, and he worked many years at Walmart just for fun.
He is survived by his spouse, Quincy Borders, Center
Son, Jeffrey Wayne Borders, Groveton
Daughter, Karen (Borders) Washington and husband, Robert Washington, of Yoakum
Sister, Geneva (Borders) Jaffa, of Red Oak
Brother, Carl Thomas Borders, Mountainair, New Mexico
Grandchildren:
Courtney Washington, Texas
Brittany Washington, Texas
Carson Everett Washington, Louisiana
Pseudo-Grandchildren, Taylor Blankenstein, and twins, Ray and Ethan Blankenstein, Wyoming
Great-Grandchildren:
Everett Paul Washington, Louisiana
Declan Henry Washington, Louisiana
Sloane Nicole Washington, Louisiana
Elijah Anthony De La Rosa, Texas
Nephew, Rick Jaffa, Pacific Palisades, California
Niece, Jennifer Borders, New Jersey
Murray is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Pearl Borders; brother, Jack Matthew Borders; nephews, Gary Jaffa and Kevin Borders.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements
05/08/2024
Rayford Earl Danley of Joaquin, Devoted Husband, Loving Father, Beloved Grandfather and Great-Grandfather, passed from this Earth to his Heavenly Home on May 6th, 2024, in Shreveport, LA. He was born in Aiken, TX on June 9th, 1941.
Funeral service will be held at 2pm, Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Logansport Missionary Baptist Church with visitation beginning at Noon. Bro. Joe Walker will officiate.
Earl spent his life with his first wife, Melba Faye Danley of 40 years, in Baytown, TX. He retired from Merichem after spending 27 years of hard work and dedication. During his tenure, he invented a ‘black box’ that was proven to save the company a lot of money. Earl was known as ‘Mr. Fixit.’ He loved to deer hunt and fish every spare moment. He also had a passion for woodworking. After the death of Melba, Earl retired and moved to his property in Joaquin, TX. After some time, he met Lula Belle Jansen and they chose to wed and spent the next 20 years together enjoying life.
Earl was a devoted member and deacon at Logansport Missionary Baptist church. He was known for always bringing chicken and dumplings for the church gatherings and taking care of anything that broke.
Left to cherish his memory:
Two daughters and a son:
Debbie Medows of Baytown, TX
Donna Boutin (Lonnie) of Highlands, TX
Tommy Danley (Paula) of Baytown, TX
Stepdaughters:
Tina Mattingly of Bullard, TX
Renee Hagler (Ronny) of Shelbyville, TX
Brothers and Sisters:
Allan Danley of Porter, TX
Cathy Adams of Center, TX
Janet Watson of Center, TX
Grandchildren:
Rex Medows (Kristine)
Ashley Huntley (Ray)
Crystal Lemus (Ricky)
Heather Reed (Bruce)
Wren Galloway (Hillary)
Brent Moore
Madison Danley
Malorie Danley
Ainsley Mattingly (Colton)
Jansen Mattingly
Angela Thornton (Daniel)
Ronna McSwain (Roscoe)
Candace Wheeler (Brett)
Skylar Ashe (Thomas)
17 Great-Grandchildren
Nieces and nephews and a host of Family and Friends.
A special thanks to the doctors and nurses at Christus Highland Hospital.
Pallbearers will be Rex Medows, Ricky Lemus, Ray Huntley, Bruce Reed, Wren Galloway, and Jansen Mattingly. Honorary pallbearer will be Blake Ainsworth.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
05/08/2024
Willa Dean Bohannon, 92, of Center, passed away Monday, April 29, 2024, in Nacogdoches. She was born October 21, 1931, in Oologah, Oklahoma.
Memorial service will be held at 6pm, Friday, May 10, 2024, at Chireno Baptist Church in Chireno.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
05/08/2024
Billie Oice (Johnson) Hoyt, 96, of San Augustine passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
She was born in Center on July 12, 1927, to Lena Anthony Johnson and Edward Phillip Johnson. She graduated from Center High School in 1944, and then attended Stephen F. Austin Teachers College, where she was a member of the women’s basketball and track teams (competing as a pole vaulter).
Billie went on to marry John M. Hoyt in 1946, and together they would move all around the state while he pursued a long career in law enforcement. Over the years she resided in Center, Houston, Longview, Beaumont, Tyler, and Wichita Falls before finally moving to San Augustine in 1964. And while Billie enjoyed traveling--those piney woods of East Texas were embedded deep in her soul, and she was never more content than when she was amongst the tall pines.
Ms. Billie was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of San Augustine, as her faith was extremely important to her. Like her mother, she was also an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Billie served in various leadership roles during the 55+ years she was a member, and she treasured sharing that sisterhood with so many of her special friends.
Billie is survived by:
Sons:
Wesley (Donna) Hoyt of Huntington
John (Dana) Hoyt of Waco
Grandchildren:
Misty Hoyt Marek
Jody Goodwin
Emily Hoyt Crew
Matthew Hoyt
John Wesley Hoyt
Eric Hoyt
Jacob Hoyt
9 Great-Grandchildren
Nieces:
Linda Winder
Karen Bittick
Angela Lawson
Nephew, Royce Lynn Johnson
She is preceded in death by her parents, Lena and Edward Johnson; her husband, John M. Hoyt; her brother, Royce Johnson; and daughter-in-law, Nancy Hoyt.
Visitation will be held from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 9, 2024, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine.
Graveside services will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Mount Herman Cemetery, located on Hwy 7 West in Shelby County.
Visit www.WymanRobertsFuneralHome.com for memories and condolences. Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine.
05/05/2024
Mary Janell (Jill) Franks, 77 of Bay City, Texas went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born February 3, 1947, in Nacogdoches, Texas to Henry Ferman and Edna Lee Franks.
Janell graduated from Bay City High School in the class of 1965 with a Bachelor of Arts & Education from Stephen F. Austin State University. She married Wayne Stephens of Bay City, Texas on December 22, 1967, and they had two children, Rachel, and Ryan. Upon graduating from college, Ms. Franks taught Art, ESL, and English in Bay City for over many years. Janell later ran two businesses: real estate rentals and the Golden ‘T’ bar in Bay City until 1989 when she returned to East Texas to help care for her parents and teach at Timpson ISD. In 2018 she moved to Elkhart, Texas where she created “an ancestral “home (so designated by her grandson) where she enjoyed sharing life with her two dogs, Jake and Peaches, and her children and grandchildren.
Ms. Franks was a woman of many talents: creating and gifting beautiful works of art; giving of herself when family or friends needed help, her passionate love of family, and devotion to her students.
Janell was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend.
She is survived by:
Daughter, Rachel Lynn Francois and husband Chad of Jarrell
Son, Ryan Dow Stephens and wife, Tracy of Seguin
Brother, K. Edward Franks and wife, Francesca of Cleveland
Sister, Kathy Sue (Franks) Cannon and husband, Lawson McElvy (Mackie) Cannon of Seabrook
Grandchildren:
Connor Stephens
Collin Stephens
Teagan Francois
Along with numerous nieces, nephews and a circle of dear lifelong friends.
There will be a memorial for Janell on Saturday, May 18th, 2024 from 11am-1pm at First Methodist Church, 2300 Ave H, Bay City TX 77414. If you would like to send flowers, please let the florist know the church is closed on Fridays so to coordinate delivery with the church, (979) 245-4627.
Alternatively if you’d like to make a donation to one of Janell’s favorite organizations, you can donate to the following: Anderson County Humane Society, Becky’s Hope Horse Rescue, Dove Creek Equine Rescue, or My Pegasus Project Horse Rehab and Rescue.
Services under the direction of Boren-Conner Funeral Home, Bullard, Texas.
05/03/2024
Lewis Weldon Baker, Born August 20th, 1960, a veteran of the United States Air Force, crane operator, construction worker, truck driver, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, passed away on April 28, 2024.
Visitation from 10am until 11am Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Tennessee Presbyterian Church, FM 947, Timpson, Texas. Funeral service at 11am Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Tennessee Presbyterian Church with graveside service to follow at Tennessee Cemetery.
Lewis enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, and family. His adventurous spirit made him a lover of the great outdoors, but his passions were hunting and fishing. Lewis’s greatest passion was kite boarding off the beaches of Corpus Christi, Texas, and he loved the beach lifestyle.
He spent the last portion of his life dedicated to taking care of his elderly parents and was always willing to help others in need. He had a big heart and enjoyed sitting on the porch and having a really joyful, funny and outrageous conversation. Lewis was one of a kind and we were blessed to have him as a father, grandfather, brother, and uncle.
Lewis is survived:
Daughters:
Nicole Baker
Kayli Baker Mathews, and husband, Randy
Brother, Richard Baker and wife, Brenda
Sisters:
Yvette Baker Bowen
Tanya Baker
Four grandchildren:
Steven Fuss
Jazmin Fuss
Emerald Heil
Rylen Mathews
Nieces and nephews:
Kenneth Bowen
Billie Myrick
James Baker
Ashley Basco
Jame Bearb
Anthony Baker
Great-nieces and great-nephews:
Brendan Myrick
Valyn Myrick
Kylie Boudreaux
Cannon Myrick
Corey Basco
Aiden Basco
Cole Basco
He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth Lewis Bakerand Bonnie E. Baker (Knowles), nephew, Ryan Baker and brother-in-law Bill Bowen.
Pallbearers include Randy Mathews, Steven Fuss, Riley Rodrigues, Robert Myrick, Brendan Myrick and James Baker.
Services under the direction of Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
05/02/2024
Arma Arnold Bolton, (98) of Center, Texas, died at her residence surrounded by her family May 1, 2024. She was born to the late Jim Arnold and Willie Lovell Arnold in Shelbyville, Texas.
Funeral service will be held at St. John Baptist Church at 11am on Saturday, May 4, 2024, (2308 CR 2050 Center, Texas). Rev. Alvin J. Davis, Sr. will do the eulogist.
Visitation is Saturday, May 4, 2024, from the hours of 10am to 11am at St. John Baptist Church. Committal is at St. John Baptist Africa Community. Repass is at St. John Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.
She is survived by:
Son, Eddie (Genera) Bolton of Center
Daughters:
Peggy Johnson of Center
Shirley Watts of Center
Rhonda (Chris) Cartwright of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Courtney Johnson of Center
Adric Watts (Kelly) of Center
Justin Watts (Jessica) of Ft. Worth
Kia Ross (Darius) of Arlington
Derrick Bolton (Mary) of Mansfield, Louisiana
VaTera Barnes (Brandon) of Center
Chandler Cartwright of Arlington
Katelyn Bolton of Houston
Kentrell Bolton of Mansfield, Louisiana
Great-grandchildren that kept her young:
Ashley Johnson of Houston
Jay'lah Brinson of Center
Ja'Kadric and Ja'Kedric Watts of Dallas
Adrian Johnson of Center
Jaxon Watts of Ft. Worth
Brandon Barnes of Center
Braylon and Brooklyn Roland of Center
Da Maya Collins of Nacogdoches
My'Laya and My'Kymzie Collins of Timpson
Heaven, Keelan, Maisyn, and Leilani Bolton
2 great-great-grandchildren
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.
05/02/2024
James “Mule” Howard, 88, formerly of Shelbyville and Orange, Texas, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024 at home in Center, Texas.
Visitation is 12 noon until 5pm on Friday, May 3, 2024 at Community Funeral Home Chapel, Center, Texas. Funeral service is 3pm Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Triumph First Pentecostal Church of Shelbyville, Texas. Interment is at Bennett Chapel Cemetery, Shelbyville, Texas with Pastor Roosevelt Swindle officiating.
He is survived by:
A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
04/25/2024
Gretchen Sampson McNealy, 88, beloved educator, graceful mentor, and cherished member of the community, passed away on April 22, 2024. Born on February 14, 1936, in Commerce, Texas, Gretchen dedicated her life to shaping young minds through her passion for education.
Gretchen's impact extended far beyond the classroom; her warmth and kindness touched the hearts of all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Her gentle spirit and unwavering dedication to her students left an indelible mark on generations of learners.
In addition to her successful career as an educator, Gretchen was known for her radiant personality. She had a remarkable ability to make everyone feel welcomed and loved. People would travel from near and far just to bask in the light of her presence.
Gretchen will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her loving family and friends, who will carry forward her legacy of compassion and generosity.
Visitation services will be held at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 617 Hopkins Street, Center, Texas, on May 4, 2024, starting at 11am until 1pm. A Celebration of Life ceremony will follow at the same location at 1pm. Interment is at Rosemound Cemetery in Commerce, Texas.
Gretchen Sampson McNealy will forever hold a special place in the hearts of those she inspired and nurtured. May her soul rest in eternal peace.
Services are under the direction of Golden Gate Funeral Home, Dallas, Texas. To leave online condolences, https://www.goldengatefuneralhome.com
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04/23/2024
Marvin Ray Thompson (78) of Shelbyville, Texas, died on April 17, 2024, at Nacogdoches Medical Center in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born on May 19, 1945, in San Augustine, Texas to the late Tennessee Thompson and Jennie V. Davis Thompson of Center, Texas.
Service will be held at 11am Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Triumph the Church and Kingdom of God in Christ located at 908 Daniels Street Center, Texas 75,935. Pastor Richard McCowin of Long Star Baptist Church will be the eulogist.
He is survived by:
Son, Shadrick Thompson
Daughter, Shemedria Jones and husband Kevin Jones
Grandchildren:
Christian Thompson
JaKourtey Thompson
Jeremiah Calhoun
Javis Thompson
Shakevia Jones
Kevin Jones Jr.
Great-Grandchildren:
Cattleya Thompson
India Cartwright
Ja’Hiri Cartwright
Ja’Zariah Polley
Amiri Jones
Brothers:
Twin Brother, Melton Thompson
Archie Thompson
Leonard Thompson
Stephen Thompson
Sisters:
Clara Dergin
Ruthie Thomspon
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.
04/20/2024
Jorge Hernandez Trejo, 43, of Center, passed away Friday, April 19, 2024, in Tyler.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, April 21, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 22, 2024, at St. Therese Catholic Church in Center. A cremation will follow.
Born May 17, 1980, in Mexico City, Mexico, Jorge is the son of Arcadio Hernandez and Esperanza Trejo. He was a devoted father, uncle, and husband. He loved playing with his kids, playing and watching late night soccer, and pan dulce and the Pumas soccer team. Jorge was willing to put others needs before his own. He was quiet, reserved, and patient.
He is survived by:
Wife, Nelly Hernandez
Children:
Adrian
Jocelyn
Allyson
His brothers and sisters
He is preceded in death by his parents, Arcadio Hernandez and Esperanza Trejo.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
04/19/2024
Garrett Hale, 18, of Carthage, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2024, in Panola County, Texas.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m., Sunday, April 21, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at Noon. A cremation will follow.
Born November 10, 2005, Garrett is the son of Christopher Hale and Laura Sullivan.
He is survived by:
Mother, Laura, and husband, Dennis Sullivan of North Carolina
Brother, Christopher Wolfe of Texas
Sister, Jessica Tarver of Iowa
Grandparents:
Troy Massey, and wife, Betty of Center
Daniel Sullivan, and wife, Dorothea of New Jersey
Aunts and uncles:
Emilie, and husband, Joel Webster of Joaquin
Troy Massey, and wife, Abbey of Texas
Cathy, and husband, Jay Vastola of North Carolina
Daniel and Janet Sullivan of New Jersey
Cousin, Evan O’Rear of Joaquin
Nephew, Neo Tarver; numerous other family members and friends.
Preceded in death by father, Christopher Hale.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
04/18/2024
Towanda Pearl Lathan, 63 of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and formerly of Center, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at her home in Baton Rouge.
Visitation is 10am until 7pm on Friday, April 19, 2024 at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center. Services are at 11:30am Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Abundant Love Ministries, Center, Texas with Pastor Marlin Cloudy Sr. officiating. Interment is at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Center.
A beautiful Mother, daughter, and friend will be dearly missed. She was loved by many and will forever be remembered for her joy and beautiful spirit.
She is survived by:
Daughter, Brytanni Blanchard (Justin)
Son, Deondrick Williams
Brother, Aubrey Cooks
Special Nieces
Princess Bell, Vatera Barnes (Brandon)
Aunts:
Claudia Laverne Goodwin
Lula Mae Cooks
Patsy Ann Goodwin
Uncles:
Romie Lee Goodwin
Larry Wayne Goodwin
Grandchildren:
Jaden Williams
Emory Blanchard
Breeze Blanchard
Special Cousins:
Demetrius Goodwin
CaSedrick Patton
Nieces and Nephews:
Brooklyn Roland
Braylon Roland
Brandon Barnes Jr.
De'Myah Collins
Mykimzie Collins
MyLayah Collins
Marquis Bull
Krystle Cooks
Preceded in death by mother, Betty Jo Cooks; father, Roy Lee Choice; siblings, Tony Lee Cooks, Doyla Joe Tarver, and James Antoine Cooks; niece, Rashaunda Collins; aunt, Juanita Roland; uncles, Juanita Roland, Asie B. Goodwin, and Charles Goodwin; maternal grandparents, Ho Williams and Sara Goodwin; and paternal grandparents, Alwade Choice, Sr. and Myrtle Choice.
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
04/17/2024
Rev. R. L. Cotton, age 94, was born January 10, 1930 in Geneva, Texas to the late Johnny Cotton and Lula Mae Johnson Cotton. He passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024 in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Service is scheduled for Saturday, April 20th, 2024 at 11am at Nacogdoches Bible Fellowship, 2220 East Main, Nacogdoches, Texas with Bishop Bennie L. Oliphant, Eulogist Rev. Kenneth L. Cotton, Officiating.
Visitations will begin on Friday, April 19, 2024 at Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 2pm until 6pm Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Dr. Nacogdoches, Texas. Wake will be Friday, April 19, 2024 at Sid Roberts Funeral Home from 7pm until 8pm.
Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Nacogdoches, TX, under the direction of Sid Roberts Funeral Home, Nacogdoches.
He is preceded in death by spouse, Frances Louise Garner Cotton; and sons, Robert Lee Cotton Sr. and John Cotton.
He leaves to cherish his memories:
Children:
Daughter, Joyce (John) Taylor of Jasper
Son, Bishop Bennie Lee (Peggy) Oliphant of Inkster, Michigan
Daughter, Lois (James) Davis of Houston
Evangelist Marilyn Cotton of Nacogdoches
Son, Reggie Lamar (Deborah) Cotton of Nacogdoches
Son, Claude (Tonnia) Cotton of Houston
Son, Rev. Kenneth Levon (Marlene) Cotton of Rosharon
Son, Noel D. Cotton of Nacogdoches
Brother, L. E. Cotton (Cindy) of Duson, Louisiana
Sisters:
Katherine Neal of Baytown
Betty Richardson of Dallas
A host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Services are under the direction of Sid Roberts Funeral Home, 3535 S.E. Stallings Drive, Nacogdoches, Texas 75961.
04/16/2024
Marcia Lamkin Eberenz, 92, of Center, Texas, passed away peacefully, April 14, 2024, San Augustine, Texas. She was born on April 3, 1932, in Center, Texas, to the late Wilbur Cade Lamkin and Lucille (Samford) Lamkin.
Funeral service will be held at 1PM on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Mangum Funeral Home, with Bro. Ozay Ford officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 19, 2024, prior to the service beginning at 12PM at Mangum Funeral Home.
Marcia was born and raised in Shelby County. She married the love of her life, Willie Eberenz, in 1957 and the two spent over 65 years together before his passing in 2022. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved her family dearly. Marcia worked for Center Motor Company in the accounting department for over 67 years before retiring. She was a member of Saint Marks Methodist Church in Center.
She is survived by:
Sons:
Willie Charles Eberenz Jr. and wife Ronda
Bradley Thomas Eberenz
Grandchildren:
Landon Vidrine and wife Amber
Cade Eberenz and wife Jessica
Colton Ebertz and wife Emily
Zoie Eberenz
Zane Eberenz
Great-Grandchildren:
Ali Vidrine
Gage Vidrine
Bryce Eberenz
Brennen Eberenz
Luxe Eberenz
Ashtin Eberenz
Jaxx Fisher
Numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of family that will miss her dearly.
Pallbearers serving will be Landon Vidrine, Cade Eberenz, Colton Eberenz, Gage Vidrine, Zane Eberenz, and Ward Herndon.
Marcia is preceded in death by her husband, Willie Charles “Bill” Eberenz; parents, Wilbur and Lucille Lamkin; brother, Rayford Lamkin; and sisters, Glenda Faye Brown and Neva Partridge.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
04/15/2024
Nancy Alexander, 77, of Carthage, Texas, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2024, in Carthage.
Nancy Lynn Tucker was born on September 10, 1946, in Silsbee, Texas to the late Earnest Albert and Florence Faye Stone Tucker. She graduated with the Carthage High School Class of 1965, and then attended Business College in Henderson, Texas. Nancy was a member of the Church of Christ in Wildwood. She married Lynn Ellender Alexander on July 12, 2003, in Carthage.
Nancy was a newspaper editor and publisher and owned the Timpson and Tenaha News, and the Logansport and Joaquin Tribune until her retirement. She enjoyed playing the harmonica, was an avid gamer, and loved spending time with her family.
Nancy is survived by:
Husband, Lynn Alexander
Daughter, Lee Anne Sharpe, and husband, Patrick
Son, Charlie Taylor
Brother, Benny Tucker, and wife, Cindy
Grandchildren:
Taylor Harris, and husband, Will
Kelsey Pauler, and husband, Chris
Kolbey Sharpe
Canon Taylor
Cailyn Tayler
Great-grandchildren:
Clint Harris
Cole Pauler
Special niece and nephew, Ben and Amber Tucker and their children, Kylee and Cason
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home. A service will be held at a later date in Silsbee, Texas and her ashes will be interred at that time at Knupple Cemetery in Silsbee.
A guestbook may be signed online at www.jimerson-lipsey.com
04/15/2024
Jena (Candy) Kirkley Stennett Engle, 71, of Jefferson, Texas, passed away on March 15, 2024, in Jefferson, Texas, after complications of long-term health issues. Preceded in death by husband of 35 years, Steve Engle, 63, who died on February 5, 2024, after a year-long battle with cancer.
She was born November 5, 1952, in Center, Texas, to Joyce Ham Kirkley and Eugene Kirkley. She attended school in Center and graduated from high school in 1971. She later graduated from LSU-Shreveport.
They attended First Baptist Church in Jefferson.
Also preceded in death by father, Eugene Kirkley, and infant sister, Colleen, and grandparents Pleas and Buna Ham, and Rex and Anna Kirkley.
She is survived by:
Mother, Joyce Ham Kirkley of Center, TX
Daughter, Renee Swain of Littleton, CO
Son, Shelby W. Stennett of Arvada, CO
Granddaughter, Shyanne Swain of Littleton, CO
Great-granddaughter, Brielle Jackson of Littleton, CO
Brother, Richard Kirkley of Kerrville, TX
Nephews:
Rex Kirkley of Center, TX
Rick Kirkley of Center, TX
A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
A private burial has been performed by Mangum Funeral Home at Clever Creek Cemetery.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
04/12/2024
Joyce Ann Walker Reaves, age 89, of Center, Texas entered intorest on April 6, 2024.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Earthman Resthaven Funeral Home, Houston, Texas. Officiating the services will be Bro. Don Chumley of Spring Hill Baptist Church. Interment will follow the service at Brookside Memorial Park in Houston.
A visitation for family and friends will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
Joyce was born in Sherman, Texas, on July 25, 1934, to Joseph Eugene Walker and Sybil Clark Walker. She attended schools in San Antonio and Houston. She married Fred Reaves at the age of 17 years and dedicated her life to their two daughters, Linda Joyce Reaves and JoAnna Reaves. She was a resident of Houston, Texas for many years as well as Marble Falls, Texas. Joyce loved being with her family more than anything, and in later years she enjoyed her life on the farm in Center. Joyce always had compassion for the less fortunate and a heart for animals. She and Fred shared a passion for the great outdoors with adventures in traveling, camping, and boating. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Hempstead, Texas. Following her move to Center, she faithfully attended Spring Hill Baptist Church, Martinsville, Texas.
Left to cherish her memories are:
Daughter, Linda Joyce Gilliam
Daughter and son-in-law, JoAnna and David Martin
Grandchildren:
Christopher Phipps, and wife, Shanna
John Marcus Gilliam, and wife, Sara
Johna Childress Underwood, and husband, Joe
Lindsay Kae Gilliam
Great-grandchildren:
Austin Phipps
Daniel Phipps
Baili Proffit
Jace Gilliam
Lilly Gilliam
Andrew Underwood
Sarah Underwood
Jordan Underwood
A host of family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Fred Maxwell Reaves; parents, Joseph and Sybil Walker; brother, Joe Rogers Walker; sister and brother-in-law, Patricia and Kelly Richardson; and nephew, Steven Richardson.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.earthmanresthavenfuneralhome.com
04/11/2024
Patricia Ann McCoy, 85, of Logansport, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 12, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at Jackson Cemetery in Joaquin.
Born August 6, 1938, in Logansport, Louisiana, Patricia is the daughter of the late Calvin Joe Madden and Mary Elizabeth O’Rear Madden. She enjoyed word search puzzles, sewing, and crocheting. Patricia always loved cutting up with the grandkids, and was more like a mom than a grandmother. She was the glue that held her family together.
She is survived by:
Children:
James McCoy, and wife, Lisa
Barbara, and husband, Harold Elliott
Debra, and husband, Jeffery McLeroy
Wanda, and husband, Skipper Hagler
Grandchildren:
Jennifer, and husband, David Cheatwood
Lonni, and husband, Jason Bowers
Matt McCoy, and spouse, Bill McDaniel
J.T. Wilkinson, and ,Dylan
Heather, and husband, Lee Stevens
Dewayne Thomas, and wife, Jesse
Brandon Thomas, and wife, Sheree
Erica, and husband, Daniel Parks
Daniel Thomas, and wife, Hannah
Travis Elliott, and wife, Samantha
Brian Elliott
Amanda Shadix
Justin Hagler
Brittany, and husband, Jeff Alexander
Harlie, and husband, Garrett Brown
Rachel Hagler
Dakota Moody
Great-grandchildren:
Maddisyn Cheatwood
Ryleigh Cheatwood
Tanner Cheatwood
Alexis Horton
Zoe Horton
Alyssa Bowers
Lakynn Bowers
Levi Stevens
Kiefer Stevens
Kynslee Stevens
Hurley Thomas
Roman Thomas
Makayla Thomas
Clayton Thomas
Kyler Thomas
Chestin Thomas
Kirstie Parks
Trevor Parks
Ellie Parks
August Thomas
Kara Elliott
Casey Elliott
Kenner Elliott
Bailey Shadix
Cadence Shadix
Dakota Horne
Braylon Kyle
Dawson Kyle
Braxlee Alexander
Byler Brown
Gunner Brown
Garrison Brown
Byron Moody
Brother, Joe Madden, and wife, Kathy
Numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins
Preceded in death by husband, Howard C. McCoy; grandchildren, Preston Elliott and Matthew Hagler; great grandchildren, Landon Parks and Gracelynn Brown; parents, Calvin Joe Madden and Mary Elizabeth O’Rear Madden.
Pallbearers will be Dewayne Thomas, Brandon Thomas, Daniel Thomas, Dakota Horne, David Cheatwood, Jason Bowers, Daniel Parks, and Brian Elliott. Honorary pallbearers will be Ronnie B. Stone and Justin Hagler.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
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