Obituaries
06/10/2021
Oliver W. Barnett, 85, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, June 9, 2021, in Nacogdoches.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 12, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation at 9:30 a.m. Bro. Rusty Hall will officiate. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Born March 3, 1936, Oliver is the son of Merl Barnett and Lois Whitton Barnett. He served in the United States Army. Later, Oliver was employed with Louisiana State Department of Agriculture. He was a member of both Texas Agriculture and Timber Association and Texas Cattle Association. When time allowed, Oliver loved to travel.
He is survived by:
Wife, Rodean Metcalf Barnett of Shelbyville
Daughter, LaVaunda Adams and husband Donnie of Shelbyville
Grandchildren:
Wade Adams and wife Haley
Chase Barnett
Amanda Hassfurther and husband Eric
Great-grandchildren:
Emma Grace Adams
Lily Jane Adams
Eli Hassfurther
Charlotte Hassfurther
Sister Peggy Mitchell of Logansport, Louisiana.
Preceded in death by his son, Leland Barnett; and parents, Merl Barnett and Lois Whitton Barnett.
Pallbearers will be Wade Adams, Chase Barnett, Eric Hassfurther, Jason Lily, and Donnie Adams.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/10/2021
Cleveburn Cameron, 63, of Timpson, Texas passed away June 8, 2021 in Center, Texas. Born October 24, 1957, in Shreveport, Louisiana. Cleveburn is the son of Leslie Cameron and Addie Carter.
Visitation will be held Monday June 14, 2021 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at Mangum Funeral home Center, Texas.
Funeral Service will be at 2:00PM Tuesday June 15, 2021 at Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas. Interment to follow will be at Deadwood Cemetery Panola County.
Survived by:
Brother, Denis Cameron
Sister, Gaynell Wescoat
Preceded in death Parents: Leslie Cameron and Addie Carter; Sister: Pearl Pierce.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements
06/09/2021
Herman Leroy Cummings, Jr., 70, of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2021, in Joaquin.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, June 10, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 11, 2021, at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro. Joe Innerarity and Bro. Mike Oliver officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born May 15, 1951, in Joaquin, Herman is the son of Herman Leroy Cummings Sr. and Lillie Belle Murray Cummings. He retired from a career as a truck driver. Herman loved time spent with his grandkids. He was a member of Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church.
He is survived by:
Wife, Lucy Cummings of Joaquin
Children:
Scotty Cummings and wife Kristie of Joaquin
Angie Stephens and husband Lynn of Logansport, Louisiana
Lance Cummings and wife Renee of Joaquin
Bobo Cummings and wife Anna of Joaquin
Grandkids:
Holden Cummings and wife Brandi of Joaquin
Emily Stephens and fiancé Davy of Logansport, Louisiana
Blane Cummings and wife Shawna of Center
Skyllar Cummings and Zachary Moore of Maybank, Texas
Hailey Cummings and boyfriend Badie of Bossier City, Louisiana
Lindsey Walker and husband Kaleb of Grand Cane, Louisiana
Hunner Cummings of Joaquin
Blake Cummings of Joaquin
Blaine Ramsey of Joaquin
Brayden Cummings of Joaquin
Brody Cummings of Joaquin
Brystal Cummings of Joaquin
Brent Cummings of Joaquin
Addison Cummings of Joaquin
Great-grandchildren:
Kohen Cummings
Isabella Walker
Luke Moore
Sisters-in-law:
Joyce Berry of Converse, Louisiana
Rosie Myers of Joaquin
Brothers:
Kenneth Cummings and wife Mary
Ike Cummings and wife Lisa
Sisters:
Patricia Gray and husband Richard
Linda Broadus and husband Roy
Sue Raybon
Numerous special nieces and nephews whom he loved so much!
He is preceded in death by his parents, Herman Leroy Cummings Sr. and Lillie Belle Murray Cummings; infant sister; and brother, Mike Cummings Sr.; grandparents, Jeff and Resa Murray and Henry and Hattie Cummings.
Pallbearers will be Holden Cummings, Blaine Ramsey, Blane Cummings, Blake Cummings, Brayden Cummings, Brody Cummings, and Brent Cummings. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Walters and Max Pugh.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/09/2021
Charlie Lee Walling, 73, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2021, in Tyler.
Memorial service will be held at 2pm on Saturday, June 19, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Mike Oliver officiating.
Born February 29, 1948, in Crockett, Charlie is the son of Edwin Walling and Betty Joe Frizzell. He served in the United States Marine Corps and later worked as a carpenter.
He is survived by:
Wife, Resa Jane Walling
Sons:
Jeffery Walling and wife Angela
Charlie Lee Walling Jr
Grandchildren:
Samantha Jade Murphey
Trevor Dale Raybon
Cameron Kyle Carroll
Sister, Geneva Walling
Brothers:
Lee Walling
Dewayne Walling
Preceded in death by his parents, Edwin Walling and Betty Joe Frizzell; and brothers and sisters, Richard Walling, James Walling, Diane Frizzell, and Billy Frizzell.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/09/2021
Josie Harris Horton (90) of Houston, Texas died Wednesday, June 2, 2021, in Houston, Texas. Mrs. Horton was married to the late Elnoris Horton. Mrs. Horton was born February 7, 1931.
Funeral service will be Thursday, June 10, 2021, at 12:00 noon at the Mt. Gillion Baptist Church (5920 State Highway 87 North Center, Texas 75935). Rev. Gary Suell will be officiation.
Mrs. Horton is survived by:
Children:
Sharon Hamilton (Curtis) of Timpson
Pamela Joyce Jones of Houston
Josie Harper of Spring
Edward Horton (Sharon) of Center
Eric Horton (Shelia) of Humble
Larry Charles Horton of El Paso
Anthony Horton (Virginia) of Center
14 Grandchildren
16 Great-grandchildren
5 Great-great grandchildren
Special Godchildren, Robert and Charlene Cooper of Center, Texas
Special Great-grandkids, Tristan Tapley and Trinitee Tapley of Balch Spring, Texas
As well as a host of amazing relatives and friends.
Visitations will be Thursday, June 10, 2021, at 10:00 AM-12:00 Noon at Mt. Gillion Baptist Church.
Due to COVID 19, masks are required during visitation and funeral services. All safety procedures are strictly enforced.
Services are entrusted to Hicks Mortuary of Center, Texas and Skipper Lee and Sons Eternal Rest Funeral Home of Houston, Texas.
06/08/2021
SGM Archie Willie (Pete) Hartsfield, 85, was born on March 31, 1936 in Garrison, Texas to the late Cleo Patra Hartsfield Patton King. He departed this life on Tuesday, June 1, 2021. His youth was spent in Garrison, Texas where he was raised by his grandparents John and Rebecca Hartsfield.
He attended school in Garrison, enlisting in the U.S. Army immediately following graduation. He married his childhood sweetheart, Bobbie Sue (Phillips) Hartsfield on June 7, 1954, and together they raised 3 children while traveling throughout the United States and Europe. Archie was a dedicated family man who took pride in providing for those he loved.
While serving in the military, he received many awards and accolades including the Legion of Merit, the highest peacetime medal awarded by the U.S. Army. During his years of service, Archie had various overseas assignments including Korea, Greenland, Germany, and Vietnam. His stateside assignments include Aiken, South Carolina, Homestead, Florida, San Francisco, California, and Ft. Bliss, Texas. He moved up the ranks over the years, eventually earning the Senior Non-Commissioned Rank of E-9 Sergeant Major before retiring from the military on March 30, 1984 after 30 years of service. After his enlistment, Archie continued to dedicate his life to serving his country by working in the civil service until his retirement after 15 years of dedication. He was also an active member of the Umpires Association for many years, which gave him the opportunity to take part in his passion for sports.
For 49 years, he and Bobbie made a life for their family in El Paso and Nacogdoches, Texas until her passing in 2003. He then met and married Pamela Hartsfield, who cared for him in El Paso, Texas until his death. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends here on Earth, but his spirit will live on through us all.
Archie was preceded in death by his wife Bobbie S. Hartsfield; son Stanley Hartsfield; granddaughter Shalonda Thomas; great-grandson D’ante Thomas; mother Cleo Patra Hartsfield Patton King; sister Georgia Matthews; brothers Taylor Patton, Jr., Maurell Patton, and Floyd Patton.
He leaves to cherish his memory:
His wife, Pamela Hartsfield of El Paso
Son, Larry Hartsfield of Nacogdoches
Daughter, Retena Hartsfield-Harrison and her husband Hiram of Center
Granddaughters:
Terena Wyrick and her husband LaDarrell of Center
Alisha Alexis and her husband Leford of Jacksonville, Florida
Grandsons:
Michael Harrison of Center
John Hartsfield of San Antonio
Michael Rector and his wife Jessica of El Paso
Great-grandsons:
Dante Thomas, Jr. of Woodbridge, Virginia
Kameryn Henry and Malcom-Malik Harrison both of Center
Preston Hartsfield of San Antonio, Texas
Michael Rector, Jr. of El Paso
Great-granddaughters:
Arianna Rector of El Paso
Alyana Rector of El Paso
Sisters:
Shirley Watts of Nacogdoches
Francell Horace and her husband Mike of Nacogdoches
Mary Alice Holmes and husband James of Dallas
Joan Dennis and husband Donald of Dallas
Brothers:
Adothus McClendon and wife Margaret of Plano
LaVance McClendon and wife Etois of Irving
Along with a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved him dearly
Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, June 11, 2021 at Sid Roberts Funeral Home in Nacogdoches. There will be a Graveside Funeral service on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at 2:00 p.m at Pine Grove Cemetery in Nacogdoches, Texas with Pastor Shirley Watts officiating. Internment will follow immediately after. Arrangements Entrusted to Sid Roberts Funeral Home in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Services Entrusted to His Family of Professionals at Sid Roberts Funeral Home
06/07/2021
Kathy Kay Waldon passed away in Houston, Texas on May 28, 2021.
Memorial graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 12, 2021, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born August 13, 1953 in Baytown, Texas to LD Hibbard, Sr. and Josephine “Mollie” Hibbard Barton. Kathy was raised in Shelby County. She attended school at Shelbyville and Center High School.
Kathy was an outgoing, fun loving, and witty person. She loved her children beyond measure. She had a talent for writing poetry and a love for music. She was a devoted Christian and enjoyed attending church regularly.
Kathy is survived by:
Children:
Justin Waldon of Overton
Eric Waldon of Overton
Elizabeth Kay Evans of Houston
Siblings:
John Russell Hibbard of Nacogdoches
Joe Cecil Hibbard and Wendy of Nacogdoches
Debra Ann Hibbard of the Woodlands
LD Hibbard, Jr. and wife Carmen of Center
Wallace Lee Hibbard and wife Pam of Bullard
Victor Allen Hibbard of Bullard
Judy Lyn Monroe and husband Donald of Center
Letitia Poindexter of Center
Gregory Thomas Hibbard and wife Haven of Conroe
She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives.
Preceded in death by parents LD Hibbard Sr, William and Josephine Mollie Barton, grandparents Theodore Schrakamp and Josephine Schrakamp Willis, Joseph and Dorothy Hibbard, brother-in-law Billy L. Poindexter, nephew Ronnie Morgan, nephew Matthew Hibbard, and niece Christy Mae Taylor.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at http://www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/07/2021
Carol Daniels Cook, 88, of Grand Cane, Louisiana, passed away Friday, June 4, 2021, in Grand Cane, Louisiana.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation an hour prior. Bro. Ron McLellan will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born April 23, 1933, in Ferriday, Louisiana, Carol is the daughter of Henry Daniels and Ruby Stevens Daniels. She earned her BA in nursing and became an RN. Carol was a dedicate wife and mother. She enjoyed cooking and cherished the time spent with her children and grandchildren. Her hobbies included coloring and gardening. A dedicated Christian, Carol was active in her church and other Christian organizations. She was a member of Gloster Baptist Church, where she taught the 4 and 5 year old children’s classes with Hall Burford for many years. After retirement, Mr. & Mrs. Cook traveled the country doing missionary work.
She is survived by:
Children:
Cherrie Cook-Flores of Grand Cane, Louisiana
Christian Cook of Keatchie, Louisiana
Grandchildren:
Derek Deas of Stonewall, Louisiana
Brittany Miller of Keatchie, Louisiana
Numerous nieces and nephews; other family; and a host of friends.
Preceded in death by her husband, Charles Cook; parents, Henry Daniels and Ruby Stevens Daniels; daughter-in-law, Debrah Miller; son-in-law, Robert Flores; sister, Frances Lewis and husband Joe; brother, Ted Daniels and wife Gloria.
Pallbearers will be Taylor Burford, Bobby (Hootie) Henderson, Dwayne Restivo, Barry Rambin, Tommy Niten, and Tyler Adams. Honorary pallbearers will be Dave Means, Hall Burford, Dean Graner, and Dan McBride Sr.
A special thanks to Life Path Hospice and also to Kathy Thomas, Kim Thorton, Paula Pouncey, Amanda Reed, Eileen Lewis, and Pauline Douglas for their compassionate care.
Memorial donations can be made to Clara Springs Baptist Encampment, 4420 Highway 177, Pelican, Louisiana, 71063 or by phone, 318.796.3875.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/04/2021
Charles “Chuck” Eshliman, 69, of Center, passed away Friday, June 4, 2021, in Center.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 6, 2021, at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at Noon. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate. Interment will follow at Newburn Cemetery in Center.
Born July 21, 1951, in Michigan, Chuck is the son of Shirley Haacke. He worked as a warehouse manager at East Texas Poultry Supply for 23 years. Chuck loved spending time with his grandkids.
He is survived by:
Children:
Sally Murphree (Justin) of Center
Jonathon Eshliman of Center
Grandkids:
Brittany LeValley
Harley Eshliman
Johnny Eshliman
Tessa Eshliman
Wesley, Kye, and Kambree Murphree
Brother, Victor Haacke of Pasadena
Sisters:
Janet Fuchs (Ted) of Cypress
Karen Looman of Clear Lake
Sister-in-law, Judy Eshliman of Porter
Numerous nieces and nephews
He is preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Haacke; sisters, Barbara Crews and Roxanne Eshliman; brother, George Eshliman; and nephews, Ronnie Eshliman and James Michael Crews.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/02/2021
Charles W. Smith, 62, of Center, passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2021, in Nacogdoches.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 4, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at Noon. Bro. Eric Garrett and Bro. Andy Wilson will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born November 18, 1958, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Charles is the son of Melvin Smith and Janie L. Morrell Smith. He loved classic cars and traveling. Charles was a member of Center First United Pentecostal Church in Center.
He is survived by:
Wife, Holly Evans Smith of Center
Children:
Blake Smith of Lewisville
Brianna Evans of Center
Mother, Janie M. Ward of Center
Sisters:
Mary Smith and husband Dwain of Beckville
Melba Rasmussen and husband Chris of Longstreet, Louisiana
Elizabeth Rowe and husband Bryan of Tenaha
Brothers:
Robert Smith and wife Eva of Shiloh, Louisiana
Tommy Smith and wife Pam of Anacoco, Louisiana
Numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Pamela Cheree Borders Smith; father, Melvin Smith; and brothers, James Smith and Chester Smith.
Pallbearers will be George Booker, Jacob Smith, Patrick Smith, Joshua Smith, Ricky Smith, Melvin Booker, Richard Farrington, and Charles Smith.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
06/01/2021
Morris Donal Shofner, 86, passed away on May 27, 2021 in Houston, Texas.
Morris was born December 20, 1934 to World War I Army veteran Franklin Martin Shofner and Nettie Adell (Oates) Shofner in Dreka, the third of nine children. He graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1951 and married Ella Jeanell Smith in 1953. After the birth of their children, Wanda and Juanice, they relocated to Houston. He was a Scottish Rite Mason. Morris spent six years working for Houston Lighting Power and then joined the Houston Police Department in 1961 Class 24, retiring in 1989. He and Jeanell spent their golden years gardening and playing with their four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by Jeanell, his wife of 54 years; his parents, Frank and Adell; siblings: Hazel Shofner, Billy Sam Shofner, Peggy (Shofner) Jordy, Martin Quincy Shofner.
Left to cherish his memory are:
Daughters:
Wanda Naumann of Houston
Juanice and Jay West of Dayton
Grandson, Jarod West and wife Jennifer of Austin
Granddaughters:
Ashley Naumann of Houston
Julie West and Ricardo Guerra of Houston
Dr. Heather Naumann and husband Nathan Sechrist of Houston
Great-granddaughter, Atlas West of Austin
Brother, Carl Shofner and wife Lynn
Sisters:
Clevie Cook and husband Larry
Sonya Keeling and husband Garley
Linda Campbell
Numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends
Visitation (12 pm) and funeral services (2 pm) will be on June 4 at Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home and Cemetery located at 12800 Westheimer Road Houston, Texas 77077.
Pallbearers will be Jarod West, Nathan Sechrist, Ricardo Guerra, Derek Shofner, Marty Shofner, and Dylan Shofner.
Donations can be made to Assist The Officer, Houston which is a non-profit organization providing short-term, immediate need financial assistance for Houston police officers critically injured or disabled in the line of duty via check, made payable to ATO, note Shofner in the memo line, and mail to ATO, ATTN: Gabriela, 1600 State St., Houston, TX 77007 or at https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=7B6KANZ9D5RSS
05/31/2021
Sharon Gail Noble Dramberger of Center Texas, passed away Thursday May 27, UT Tyler.
Her wishes were to be cremated. With no services following.
She was known as “Memaw” by her family. She was a strong woman of faith.
Born June 25, 1939, on a farm in Marble Falls Texas to Father Ari James Noble and Mother Hazel Noble.
She is survived by:
Husband Phillip C. Dramberger
Children:
Michael Lohman, wife Lisa
Sissy Hicks, husband Edward Hicks
Scott Lohman – Preceeded His mother in death
Aaron Kahn, husband Gary
Tom Dramberger, wife Julia
Tim Dramberger
Ted Dramberger, wife Kelly
Grandchildren:
Brittany Lohman
Lindsey Eller, husband Chad; Cortney Hicks
Chris Lohman
Jordan Kahn, Rachael Kahn
Zachary Dramberger, Hanna Thornburgh, Levi Dramberger
Grayson Dramberger, Bryce Dramberger, wife Astrid; Sage Dramberger
Great-Grandchildren:
Olivia Eller, George Eller
Josiah Lohman, preceeded his Greatgrandmother in death: Hunter Lohman, Bella Lohman
Lia Thornburgh, Kimber Thornburgh
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/31/2021
Morgan Leon Baker, 32, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on May 30, 2021, in Carthage, Texas. He was born on September 2, 1988, in Nacogdoches, Texas, to Frankie Baker and Christy (Brown) Bass.
Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, June 3, 2021, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas, 75975, with Bro. Eric Pledger officiating.
Visitation service will be held at 1:00 PM at Taylor Funeral Home, prior to the Funeral service.
Morgan grew up in Blair community in Timpson, where he was surrounded by a magnitude of loving friends and family. He attended Timpson ISD from kindergarten up until 12th grade where he graduated with the senior class of 2007.
He never met a stranger and welcomed everyone with a smile and a big heart. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with his children, whether it be throwing the baseball, spending the day fishing, or floating the river. He found comfort around his friends and family, and always found a way to the domino table or to the washer boards. Singing with good friends was always a special time that he cherished so immensely. Visiting with friends and family at various gatherings was a major part of who he was, as time spent with others for him was time well spent.
His favorite bible scripture was Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” This scripture has grown with him from his childhood while he attended various churches with family and friends.
Morgan is survived by:
Parents, Frankie Baker and Christy Bass
Grandparents:
Linda Brown
Paul Brown and wife, Lori
Janis Bass and husband, Glyn
Children:
Kane Baker
Kase Baker
Kamryn Baker
Brother, Ryan Paul Baker
Sisters:
Raina Baker
Makayla LeBlanc
Ashley Jernigan
Allison Adomcryk
Nephews, Ryder Eugene and Ryker Paul
Nieces, Ryleigh Nikol and Tenley Brooke
He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Nikki Baker; great-grandmothers, Geneva Hutto and Maxie Parker.
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.
05/28/2021
Taylor Bryce, 25, of Center, passed away Thursday, May 27, 2021, near Lamesa, Texas.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, May 30, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 31, 2021, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Steve Noble officiating. Interment will follow at County Line Cemetery in the Caledonia Community of Panola County.
Born April 30, 1996, in Nacogdoches, Taylor is the son of Donald Ray Bryce and Shonda Thompson Bryce. In 2014, he graduated from Marshall High School. Taylor was currently working as a floorhand in the oilfield. A father of two, he loved his family and raising his kids. When time allowed, Taylor enjoyed working out at the gym.
He is survived by:
Wife, Schree Bryce of Center
Children:
Paislee and Kason Bryce of Center
Sister, Amber Salinas and husband Martin of San Antonio
Brother, Shane Parker of Baytown
Mother, Shonda Bryce of San Antonio
Grandparents:
Sue Battles of San Antonio
Marcus Thompson of San Antonio
In-laws, Steven and Jill Parker of Center
Numerous aunts and uncles; and special friends, Spencer Blackwell and Cody Bryce.
Preceded in death by his father, Donald Bryce; grandparents, Pallie Ross Bryce, James Hall, Maxine Hall, and Spencer Battles.
Pallbearers will be Cody Bryce, Spencer Blackwell, Joseph Caldwell, Jarrett Smith, Devin Dade, Shane Blackwell, Dillon Blackwell, and Colton Thompson. Honorary pallbearers will be Martin Salinas, Bennie Bryce, Nick Hayden, Cameron Agnew, Drake Lutz, and Michael Bryce.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/28/2021
Oswell Samford, 94, of Center, passed away Thursday, May 27, 2021, in Center.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m., Sunday, May 30, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Smith Cemetery in Shelby County.
Oswell was born April 29, 1927, in Shelby County. He worked as a custom homebuilder and was of Church of Christ faith.
He is survived by:
Wife, Helen Jones Samford
Son, Kenneth Adamek
Grandson, Jerry Glover
Sisters-in-law:
Pat Peace
Linda Foreman and husband Bobby
Marry Walker
Rose Jones
Brothers-in-law:
Sammy Jones and wife Joy
David Jones
Preceded in death by his daughter, Denise Glover; parents; 3 sisters; and one brother.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/27/2021
Preston Steptoe, age 91, of San Augustine County, Texas, passed away Monday, May 24, 2021, at the Summit Health Care Center in San Augustine.
Mr. Steptoe was born February 17, 1930, and was a longtime area resident. He was a member of the Baptist church and spent his life working as a farmer/rancher.
His survivors include:
Daughters:
Brenda Cox of Marshall, Texas
Debbie Wilson and husband Jimmie of Broaddus, Texas
Evelyn Runnels and husband Calvin of San Augustine, Texas
Step-son, Van Sowell and wife Sabrina of San Augustine, Texas
Brothers:
B.P. Steptoe and wife Maribel of San Augustine, Texas
Wyman Steptoe and wife Joy of Pittsburg, Texas
Grandchildren:
Casey Sowell and Angela
Jason Sowell and Jessica
Wendy Barton and Bo
Becky Collins and Brian
Mindi Cox and Len
Jess Casey
Great-grandchildren:
Chase Ferris and Brittany
Colby Ferris
Chloe Sessums
Casey Mae Barton and Marshall
Cody Barton
Kaitlyn Woodman
Layton Casey
Makenzi Casey
Dalton Sowell
Kayla Sowell
Melody Sowell
Great-great-grandauhter on the way
Number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He was preceded in death by Lillie Steptoe and Johnnie Pike Parrill; his parents, R.V. and Annie Steptoe; son-in-law, Sonny Cox; a brother, Eddie Dale Steptoe; and sister, Christine Goyens.
Funeral services are set for 2pm Thursday, May 27, 2021 at the Wyman Roberts Funeral Home Chapel in San Augustine with Bro. Cliff Durham officiating. Interment will follow at Sowell Cemetery.
His family wishes to offer a special thank you to each and every staff member of Summit Health Care Center and Affinity Hospice for their care and compassion.
Memorial gifts may be offered to the Activity Fund at Summit Health Care Center, 902 E. Main St., San Augustine, TX 75972.
Visit www.WymanRobertsFuneralHome.com for memories and condolences. Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas.
05/27/2021
Regina Ann Oates, loving wife, mom, and NaNa passed away at age 58 on Friday, May 21, 2021
Regina was born on Monday August 13, 1962 to Dub and JoAnn Newcomb. She spent her life taking care of her family and helping anyone in need. She was the true meaning of a momma and not only raised her 3 children, Michael, Lisa and Krystal but had many more that adopted her as their momma too. Her world revolved around her 4 grand babies and she was their biggest cheerleader. One of her most favorite things to do was have sleepovers with all of them and sing and dance or just do whatever they wanted. She was always up for any adventure, she would be the first one in the car ready to go.
If you were lucky enough to be loved by her, then you always know you had someone in you corner. Regina had a passion for saving animals.
Regina is survived by:
Husband, of 29 years, Roy Oates of Marshall Texas
Children:
Michael Lovejoy, and Jennifer, of New Caney Texas
Lisa Cherry and husband Josh, of Jefferson Texas
Krystal Lovejoy, of Marshall Texas
Grandchildren:
Brittany Lovejoy
Tyler Cherry
Emmalee Cherry
Bentley Folmar
Brothers:
Duke McCord and wife Glenda, Lake Kiowa Texas
Mickey Newcomb, Delodge Missouri
Rickey Newcomb and wife Kim, Beebe Arkansas
Tim Newcomb and wife Pam, Linden Texas
Numerous nieces, nephews and bonus kids and grandkids.
Preceded in death by her mom, JoAnn Harrell. Her dad, Dub Newcomb. Grandson, Noah Allen Cherry. Mother in law, Kozette Oates. Sister in laws, Janet Newcomb, Vickie Oates and Kathleen Oates. Brother in laws, David Oates and Bruce Oates.
Memorial arrangements are pending.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to you local animal shelter, in her name.
Services are under the direction of East Texas Funeral Home in Longview, Texas.
05/26/2021
R.C. Harper, 74 of Center, passed away Tuesday night, May 18, 2021 at his residence in Center, Texas.
Services are at 2pm Saturday, May 29, 2021 at Triumph Church of Center. Interment is at Westview Cemetery with Bishop Howard Cloudy Sr. officiating.
He is survived by:
Wife, Diane Harper of Center
Sons:
Robert Cooper (Charlene) of Timpson
Reginald Harper of Center
Gustarvis Johnson of Center
Rodriquez Harper of Nacogdoches
Greggory Harper of Nacogdoches
Anthony Harper (LaKendra) of Tyler
Daughter, Exie Nash of Nacogdoches
16 Grandchildren, 23 Great-Grandchildren
Sisters:
Shirley Slaughter Rushing of Center
Velma Harper of Houston
Linda Sue Harper of Center
Funeral services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
05/25/2021
Joseph Wesley Daniels, 69, of Joaquin, passed away Monday, May 24, 2021, in Joaquin.
His wishes were to be cremated and a private inurnment will be held at a later date.
Born September 4, 1951, in Lima, Ohio, Joseph is the son of John Wesley Daniels and Mary Thelma Punches Daniels. In 1989, he married Donna Daniels, who passed away in 2015. Joseph worked as a truck driver and retired after 40 years. His hobbies included watching wrestling, meeting old wrestlers, knives, pictures of family, and just making peace with everyone.
He is survived by:
Children:
Jeremy Copas (Angela) of Glasgow, Kentucky
Jason Copas of Tompkinsville, Kentucky
Joseph Daniels II of Gardner, Kansas
Paul Daniels of Marysville, Washington
Amy Daniels of Pierre, South Dakota
Elizabeth Copas of Kenton, Ohio
Grandchildren:
Levi Daniels
Derrik Daniels
Luke Barnett
Gavin Daniels
Noah Copas
Andrea Mutter
Ariel Cotton
Allison Cotton
Great-grandchild, Tamen Caffey
Siblings:
Jack Daniels (Cotta) of Ada, Ohio
Mike Daniels of Alger
Kenny Daniels (Michele) of Kenton, Ohio
Cheryl Daniels of Kenton, Ohio
Sister-in-law, Mary Daniels
Little buddy, Carter Luster
Brother from another mother, Billy Luster
Adopted son, Corey Brown
He is preceded in death by his parents, John Wesley Daniels and Mary Thelma Punches Daniels; John Daniels Jr., Mark Daniels, and Jeff Daniels; and sisters-in-law, Teresa Daniels and Nancy.
A special thanks to his cousin, Cora Renee McInnis, who cared for him during the last five years of his life. Also, a special thanks to Affinity Hospice for their kind, compassionate care.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to assist with final expenses.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
05/25/2021
Rachael Gabrielle Hopkins, 46, of Morrow, Georgia died in her home on March 19, 2021 at 3:19 pm. She lost her fight with renal cell carcinoma only three weeks after her diagnosis. Rachael was born on February 5, 1975 in Carthage, Texas to Roger Guyton “Guy” Hopkins and Linda Gail Thompson Hopkins.
Professionally, Rachael worked over 15 years for the State of Georgia and spent the past three years working for Brighter Tomorrows Consulting in Griffin, Georgia. Over her career, Rachael served in many professional organizations and achieved many credentials and certificates including LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), CPCS (Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor), CAADC (Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor), CCDP-D (Certified Co-occurring Disorder Professional-Diplomate), RPT (Registered Play Therapist). She had completed the coursework for Marriage and Family Therapy but had not received her documentation. She loved seeing her name in print with all her ‘letters’ after it.
Rachael was referred to by her mother as ‘most nearly perfect.’ She always strived for academic and professional excellence. She graduated from Tenaha High School in 1993 as Salutatorian while also completing classes at Panola Junior College graduating with her associate degree the following year in 1994. She graduated Stephen F. Austin State University with a double major bachelor’s degree in Biology and Psychology in 1997. Her Masters at Georgia School of Professional Psychology was completed in 2000. Rachael had completed her coursework and was ‘All but Dissertation’ on a Doctorate Degree. She was a member of the Chi Sigma Iota (Counseling Honor Society).
Rachael is survived by:
Mother, Linda Gail Thompson Hopkins
Sister, Rebekah Michelle Hopkins Frederick (spouse Michael)
Brother, Benjamin Raphael Hopkins (spouse Paige Burleigh)
Niece, Genevieve
Nephews, Jacob and Sebastian
Uncle, Ted Hopkins (spouse Becky)
Aunt, Elizabeth Thompson Jones (spouse Randy)
Many cousins and other family members.
Preceded in death by her father Roger Guyton ‘Guy’ Hopkins and both sets of grandparents, James Granvel Hopkins and Maudine Hughes Hopkins, Elbert Ray Thompson and Eula Gail Grubbs Thompson and her Uncle Ray ‘Bubba’ Thompson Jr.
Rachael loved people, travel, genealogy, celebrating and spending time with friends and family. She had a million-dollar smile and gave the warmest hugs! She was a shooting star and left an indelible mark on everyone she knew. Rachael described herself as having a great sense of caring and compassion. All her knowledge and skill she had so diligently worked on throughout the years were dedicated to helping others find their best selves so they could, in turn, help others. She believed in paying it forward and making the world a better place.
Her family will bring her ashes to be buried in Oaklawn Cemetery in Center, Texas with her father and grandparents on June 12, 2021 at 10:30 am.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Sacred Journey Hospice, 138 Peach Drive, McDonough, Georgia, 30252, 678-583-0717, www.sacredjourneyhospice.com
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