Obituaries
12/06/2022
Curtis Ray Hooper (Bo), 67 of Tenaha, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at Nacogdoches Medical Center in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Funeral service is 1pm Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Community Chapel in Center, Texas with Pastor Frankie Cooper officiating.
He is survived by:
Sister, Catherine Polley of Center
Dear friend, Marine Solom of Tenaha
Sons:
Curtis Dewayne Hooper of Center
Kelvin Hooper of Center
Friend, Kurt Borens of Tenaha
Nieces, Nephews, and Cousins
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, 157 CR 2230, Center, Texas.
12/06/2022
David “Little Man” Nathan Lewis, Jr., 43, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on December 4, 2022, in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born on October 26, 1979, in Dallas, Texas, to David Nathan and Eva (Hutto) Lewis, Sr. Funeral services will be at 1:00 pm Saturday, December 10, 2022, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas. Interment will follow at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Timpson.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday, December 9, 2022, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
David “Little Man” Lewis, Jr. given to us on October 26, 1979.
He filled our hearts with love and joy. Then he chose to share that love with everyone he met. His lifelong dream was to fix every vehicle that he touched. At the age of 11, he overhauled his first engine and started driving his own vehicle to school. With that start, he began to work on every vehicle that needed to be fixed. Whether he charged for his labor or not made no difference as long as your vehicle was fixed. He went on to become a Master Mechanic. He fixed vehicles that no one else seemed to be able to fix. He was like Wal-Mart; he could do everything. His side hobby was building crosses out of cedar, including the ones in front of Shelby County jail. He also loved painting pictures. One joy of his life was to repair and ride motorcycles. He never met a challenge that he didn’t take on. Even though he made mistakes in his life, it was outweighed by the good he did for others. He will be greatly missed by everyone that knew and loved him.
Son, Mama and Daddy always loved you no matter what and we will miss your joy, smile, and laughter more than anyone will know or understand. We know you have moved on and you still have our love. –Mama and Daddy
David “Little Man” is survived by:
His parents, David and Eva Lewis
Grandmother, Charlene Lewis
His children
Numerous other family and friends
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Freddie and Marie Hutto, and Rev. Gene Lewis; and uncles, Johnny Lewis and Roy Hutto.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net.
12/05/2022
Donny Parker, 70, passed away December 2, 2022, in Joaquin, Texas.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 8, 2022 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Richard Goodwin and Bro. Joe Stanley officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to service time. Interment will follow at Duncan Cemetery in Shelbyville.
My son, Donald Lynn Parker…
Donny was born November 26, 1952, in Mineral Wells, Texas - a peace maker, loving, generous. He always got all of us family together whenever he would come home from Korea. He worked for Lockheed Missiles and Space Company, teaching computer science to the military troops. He always wanted a country home with cattle, farm animals, and live the life of a country boy. He retired several years ago and bought his place. Cattle, goats chickens, and a great big Pyrenees dog name Mouchet. He had jersey cattle, made a great showing of the of the place that he purchased; shared with his family and friends and neighbors. Love the Lord and devoted his life to the Word of God. He always had a way of getting all the family together and one last time he has drawn us all together say goodbye until we meet again, Donny.
He is survived by:
His mother, Dot Parker Grant
Step-father, Noel Grant
Son, Joshua Parker of Oregon
Daughter, Sara Lynn Watt of Maine
Grandchildren:
Nathan Parker
Matthew Parker
Jadlynn Watt
Anna Smith
Brothers:
Robby Parker and wife Pam
Wesley Parker
John Parker
Preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Parker; and father, Lavon Parker.
Pallbearers will be Joey Parker, C. J. Parker, Chad Nations, Rogelio Reyes, Clay Parker, and Mike Metcalf.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
12/05/2022
Johnny H. Harvey, 84, of Logansport, Louisiana, passed away Saturday, December 3, 2022, in Mansfield, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday, December 5, 2022, at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro. Gordon Vaughn and Bro. Michael McArthur officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Born August 17, 1938, in Huxley, Johnny is the oldest son of Edna Jane Cassell Harvey and John Eddie Harvey. Johnny attended school at Strong High School graduating with the class of 1956. He was a genealogical history buff and was always happy to answer any questions about the family or history of the Huxley area. Johnny loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Working with cattle, following Dodger baseball and watching rodeo were among his other lifelong hobbies. Johnny was extremely proud of his career serving in the energy industry, having worked as Superintendent running large pipeline projects with major pipeline construction companies. It gave him great pleasure that both his sons followed in his footsteps in the industry.
He is survived by:
Sons:
Anthony Harvey and wife, Judy, of Carthage
Mike Harvey and wife, Cheryl, of Huxley
Grandchildren:
Johnathan Harvey and wife, Kristine
Jerred Harvey and wife, Kensi
Trey Harvey
Great-grandchildren: Axxel and Stella Harvey
Brother-in-law, Jerry Burkett
Sisters-in-law:
Kay Harvey
Connie Harvey
Numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Lucille Harvey; parents, Edna Jane Cassell Harvey and John Eddie Harvey; brothers, Rodney Harvey and Thomas Harvey; and sister, Syble Shoalmire.
Pallbearers will be Clifford Eubanks, Joe Fontento, Dennis Harvey, Jason Harvey, Jeremy Harvey, and Blake Gamble.
The family would like to extend our deepest gratitude to Mrs. Kathy Thomas, who took such good care of our beloved Patriarch.
All are invited to attend a luncheon at Lydia Missionary Baptist Church in Shelbyville, celebrating the life of Johnny, following the burial.
Memorial donations may be made to Strong Cemetery in Huxley.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
12/02/2022
Deantre “Tre” Burns, 22 of Joaquin, Texas passed away on November 30, 2022.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, December 3, 2022, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, December 4, 2022, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Jody Hooper officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Shelby County.
Tre was born on August 29, 2000, in Center, to Angela Marie Haessly. He worked as a truck driver. He enjoyed riding horses, riding motorcycles, fishing, and spending time with friends and family.
Tre is survived by:
Mother, Angela Haessly Fisher and stepfather, Kadeem Fisher
Brothers:
Jayden Burse
Jordan Burse
Grandparents:
Johnny Haessly
Dana Renfroe
Great-Grandparents, Jim and Sue Finch
Uncles:
Justin Haessly
Dustin Finch
Aunts:
Savana Dockens
Stormy Giddings
Special cousins, Kayden and Zoe
A host of other cousins, family members, and friends.
Preceded in death by his mawmaw, Kay Haessly.
Pallbearers will be L.L. Lane, James Ross, Wade Lawson, Chrisco Bragg, J.P. Sledge, and Jason Watts.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
12/01/22
Paula Jeanne Phillips, 75, of Center, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022, in Center.
Born December 28, 1946, Paula is the daughter of Edna Marcotte Phillips and Charles Paul Bonds Jr.
She is survived by:
Granddaughter, Valerie Brown and Zachary Whitten of Stanley, Louisiana
Great-grandchild, Laylah Whitten of Stanley, Louisiana
Sister, Ann Bordelon of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Preceded in death by parents, Edna Marcotte Phillips and Charles Paul Bonds Jr.; and husband, John Stanfield.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
11/30/2022
Mattie Pearl Cranford, 69 of Center, passed away Friday, November 25, 2022 at Nacogdoches Medical Center. She was born on August 11, 1953 in Center, Texas to the late Mr. John Henry Yarbrough and Mrs. Equator Yarbrough.
Funeral service is 11am on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Triumph Church, 908 Daniel Street, Center, Texas 75935. Interment is at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Center with Rev. Byron Coutee, Jr. officiating.
Visitation is Friday, December 2, 2022 from 10am until 6pm at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center.
Mattie attended Center High School and graduated in 1971. She was a faithful member of the Blount Chapel Baptist Church where she attended for years.
Mattie had been employed by E.L. Bruces for 30 plus years until retirement. She was living life after retirement until she became ill. Mattie was a very hardworking, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and member of the church. Mattie was well known in her community for her loving, caring, kind, generous, and sweet spirit. Mattie had a heart of gold always willing to help others in need.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Cranford; father, John Henry Yarbrough; mother, Equator Yarbrough; and brother, John Wayne Yarbrough.
She left to cherish her memories:
Children:
Ashley Cranford (Javier)
Valree Johnson (Michael)
Joseph Cranford
Michael Cranford (Samantha)
Ami Cranford
Octivan Cranford
James Cranford
Mattie raised two other:
Skyla Richardson
Denise Jones
Brother, Anthony Yarbrough
Sisters:
Jeanie Tutt
Brenda Talbert
Edna Antwine
12 Grandchildren
3 Great-Grandchildren
Wealth of Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and Friends.
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center, Texas.
11/30/2022
Ruth Ann Suell Soria, 68 of Shelbyville, peacefully transitioned to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 26, 2022 in Center at the emergency room. She was born on January 24, 1954 to the late Matthew Lee and Emma Lee Suell. She was the fourth of nine children.
Funeral service is 2pm on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Center Triumph Church, 908 Daniels Street, Center, Texas. Interment is at Thompson Cemetery in Shelbyville with Rev. Deshmond Johnson officiating. Visitation is Friday, December 2 from 10am until 6pm at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center.
Ruth attended school in Shelbyville ISD and later graduated from Job Corp in McKinney, Texas. She was a devoted employee of Tyson Foods for over 40 years and supervised many employees during her time there. After retirement, she served as a substitute teacher at Center ISD.
Ruth accepted Christ at a young age at Triumph the Church and Kingdom of God in Christ. She served as a member, teacher, County Mother of Todd Springs, and servant of God. She would always begin her testimonials with ‘Dear Saints and Dear Ones.” Some of her favorite spirituals were ‘Walk Around Heaven,’ ‘Another Blessing,’ ‘Little Wooden Church,’ ‘Heavenly Choir,’ and ‘It Could Have Been Me.’
She leaves to cherish her loving memories:
Sons:
Christopher Suell of Shelbyville
Manuel R. Soria of Lufkin
Daughter, Natalie (Corey) Robertson of Center
Brothers:
James (June) Suell of the Colony, Texas
Melvin (Sissy) Suell of Center
Elzie (Mary) Suell of Shelbyville
Marion (Pam) of Shelbyville
Ray Suell of Shelbyville
Sister, Patsy Hall of Shelbyville
Sister-in-law, Brenda Suell Berry of Shelbyville
10 Grandchildren, 2 Great-grandchildren
Aunts:
Pauline Johnson of Center
Johnnie Rushing of Center
Oscarine Edwards of Houston
Uncles:
William Edwards of Tenaha
Jimmy Netherly of Center
Host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Manuel Soria; and her brother, Matthew lee and Lee Edward Suell.
Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home of Center, Texas.
11/29/2022
Juan Solis Jr., 33, of Nacogdoches, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022.
Visitation will start at 12:00 noon on Friday, December 2, 2022 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas. Funeral Service will be held 12:00 noon Saturday, December 3, 2022 at St. Therese Catholic Church in Center, Texas. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center, Texas.
Born July 13, 1989, Juan or Johnny is the son of Juan Solis and Maria Servin. He worked as a truck driver. Johnny loved spending time with his nieces and nephews, known to them as “Uncle Johnny,” and to most of his friends and coworkers as “Little Johnny or LJ.” He especially enjoyed fishing with his brothers and nephews. His hobby was wood working, where he made many things by hand. Johnny had a love for motorcycles and was often riding his own.
Survivors include:
Parents, Juan and Maria Solis
Siblings:
Maria and Jose Arriola
Blanca and Hector Romero
Maria De los Angeles Solis
Obed and Anita Solis
Mike Solis and Mayra Mendoza
Rene Solis
Adan Solis
Denise Solis
Aunts and uncles:
Jose R. and Filomena Servin
Antonia and Isidro Gracia
Reyna Servin
Teresa and Raul Arriola
Magdalena and Saul Luna
Elvia Rosa Servin
Audelia Solis
Sara Solis
Ines and Petra Solis
Magdaleno and Francisca Solis
Arnulfo Solis
Nieces and nephews:
Gisell Arriola
Athziry Arriola
Josue Arriola
Abby McDonald
Sophie McDonald
Mauncio Rojas
Erick Rojas
Angie Rojas
Alyssa Solis
Obed Ethan Solis
Seth Solis
Nathan Solis
Aidan Lane Solis
Alba Solis
Santiago Solis
Penelope Solis
Lucas Solis
Camilla Causey
Grandparent, Lucia Lopez Garcia
Numerous family from Mexico, Chicago, Dallas, Phoenix, New Jersey, Florida, and California
Preceded in death by his grandparents, Jose and Maria Solis, and Miguel Servin; brother, Juan Jose Solis.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
11/29/2022
Helen Johnette (Childress) Kaluza, 97, of Tatum, Texas, passed away on November 27, 2022, in Tatum, Texas. She was born on October 6, 1925, in Comanche, Texas, to the late James Oliver and Iva Kathlene (Burt) Childress. A Celebration of Life will be at 2:00 pm Saturday, December 3, 2022, at Tennessee Community Presbyterian Church, Timpson, Texas, officiated by Robert Adamson.
Helen grew up in Hico, Texas. She graduated from Ball High School in Galveston, Texas. Helen then went on to St. Mary’s School of Nursing in Galveston. She graduated from nursing school on August 31, 1947. While in nursing school she was introduced to Arnold Kaluza by one of her friends and went dancing on their first date. They had a whirlwind romance and were married on July 19, 1947. They were married for 57 years at the time of his passing in 2004. Helen and Arnold raised a beautiful family and were blessed with 3 children, 4 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren along the way. Her grandchildren all say Helen was known for making sure everyone was safe and had good posture. She had a true care-giving spirit.
Helen just wanted to make the world a better place and to leave a lasting legacy for her family. She was a true conservationist. She stayed active by taking care of the world around her. This included natural gardening and recycling and sometimes just making good use of some old bricks. Helen enjoyed thrift shopping with friends and family. She was known as Grandma Kaluza to many. Helen loved deeply, spoke her mind, and was known to be lovingly bossy.
Helen loved the Lord and passed down that love to her family. She taught all the grandchildren and great-grandchildren “This Little Light of Mine”. She was an Elder of Tennessee Community Presbyterian Church. Helen’s greatest accomplishment was being an RN for 64 years, until the age of 86. Helen has fought the good fight, she has finished the race, and she has kept the faith. There is laid up for her the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, has given to her on that Day, and not to her only but also to all who have loved His appearing.
Helen is survived by:
Her daughter, Joanne Cooper and husband, Richard
Grandchildren:
Jessica Vestal
Saige Starnes and husband, Hadden
Nathan Kaluza and wife, Lynn
Arnold Kaluza III and wife, Heather
Great-grandchildren:
Cooper Vestal
Georgia Starnes
West Starnes
Brazos Starnes
Bethany Kaluza
Emma Kaluza
Alexander Kaluza
Allison Stewart
William Kaluza
Along with numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends
She has joined in heaven her husband, Arnold F. Kaluza, Sr.; parents, James and Iva Childress; son, Arnold F. Kaluza, Jr.; and daughter, Jenetta Kaluza.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net.
11/28/2022
Lula Pearl Bean-Bowlin left this world a much better place than she found it on November 26, 2022. She was born on June 13th, 1919, in Kinder, Louisiana, to Arthur Hardy and Eunice Bean on the farm of her grandparents, Elizabeth Savant and John Gaynor. She was the apple of their eye and pampered by her older siblings. Lula lived to be more than 103 years and lived every day to the fullest.
Lula grew up in Beaumont, Texas, during the depression. She was the baby of her family. Her brothers and sisters adored their baby sister and so did everyone she met. She was a stay-at-home-mother until the last of her children graduated high school, at which time she started her own insurance agency and various other pursuits to keep her busy.
She is the widow of William Rhea “Bill” Bowlin. The two raised five beautiful daughters together, all graduates of college. Lula always loved to say, “I raised five fine citizens.” Lula and Bill were active members of their community of Center, Texas. Later in life, they could often be found chatting for hours on the back patio or dancing to the radio for no reason in particular. Bill left this world in 1996 and Lula would often say how she missed him every day. She was a faithful member of the Center, Texas, United Methodist Church (UMC) and later transferred her membership to Shreveport UMC in downtown Shreveport, Louisiana, when she moved to Shreveport in 2008.
Lula leaves behind:
Daughters:
Barbara Sanderson and husband, Dr. Terry Sanderson, of Richmond, Texas
Susan Tapley and husband Tim of Richmond, Texas
Karen Ogletree and husband Barry of Lufkin, Texas
Kathryn Thomas and husband Miller of Shreveport, Louisiana
and Jane Bowlin-Burt of Dallas, Texas
Grandchildren:
Andy (Amanda) Walsh
Jay (Holly) Walsh
Jennifer (Alan) Padgett
J.W. (Krissy) Ashby
Max Thomas
Sarah (Jonathan) Drouin
Michael Burt
And two grandchildren — Russell Smith and April Gentry — will be meeting her in Heaven
Great-grandchildren: Shelby, Connor, Kenzie, Leah, Emily, Sam, Wes, Elodié, and Olivier
Great-great-grandchild: Nova Pearl
Many, many, many nieces, nephews, friends, and family members who will miss her greatly.
She leaves a Lula-sized hole in our lives that will be impossible to fill.
Mother’s favorite parting words were, “Now, go do something fun.” She definitely practiced what she preached. In her memory, we should all try and do just that.
There will be a family graveside service at the Magnolia Springs Cemetery, which was donated by her family, in Kirbyville, Texas. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.
11/26/2022
Michael Wayne Kindred, 70, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on October 29, 2022, in Center, Texas. He was born on November 25, 1951, in Davenport, Iowa, to the late Earl Raymond Kindred and Edna Bel Wright.
Graveside service will be held at 1:30PM on November 27, 2022 at Fairview Cemetery, Nacogdoches, Texas.
Michael graduated high school and joined the United States Army. He served his great nation during Vietnam. He met the love of his life, Patsy Miller, and the two were joined in marriage July 31, 1980. They spent over 42 years together before his passing. Michaels favorite place of employment was working for a motorcycle shop. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and taking the kids and grandkids riding as well. He made sure his kids and grands had things to ride and enjoy while at home. Michael loved time spent with his wife, kids, and grandkids. They were his pride and joy.
Michael is survived by:
His loving wife Patsy
Sons:
Michael Wayne Kindred II
Lance Burns
Daughters:
Heather Marie Plunkett and husband Hoyt
Misty Brooks and Sam Snyder
Kelly Davis
Jodi Miller
Wendy Goolsby and husband Willie
Daughter-in-law, Tonya Kindred
Brother, Mark Kindred
Sister, Marsha Winton
Grandchildren:
Draven
Raven
Britney
Carlee
Madeline
Sydnie
Courtney
Brittany
Daniel
Luke
Mikey
Benjamin
Jonathon
Austin
Matthew
Ben
Seven great-grandchildren
Special friend, Rex Hass
Numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Edna Kindred; grandson, Dre; and sister Faye Owen.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
11/26/2022
Vince Bauwens, 82, husband of Delores Halliburton Bauwens, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2022 in Shreveport, Louisiana. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home Chapel.
Vince was born February 5, 1940 in Des Moines, Iowa to Rudolph Bauwens and Ellen McNeeley Bauwens. He retired from the United States Navy after 20 years of service, during which he received three Purple Hearts. He was an avid reader and loved NASCAR and football.
Vince is survived by:
His wife, Delores Halliburton Bauwens of Center
Daughter, Shawn Lowater and family of Center
Sons:
Scott Bauwens of Montana
Pat Bauwens of California
Sister, Debra McQuarrie of Nevada
Sisters-in-law:
Linda Walden of Center
Anitra Harris and husband Terry of Carthage
Peggy Smith of Center
Grandson, William Walden of Center
Other special family:
Ricky and Carolyn Harkness
Wayne and Shirley Harkness
Joe And Ricky Kay Harkness
Numerous nieces, nephews, and other family
Vince was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie Bauwens; parents, Rudolph Bauwens and Ellen McNeeley Bauwens.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Fannie Brown Booth Memorial Library, The Wounded Warrior Project or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
11/25/2022
Thelma Maudine Leach, 88, of Center, Texas, passed away on November 25, 2022, in Center, Texas. She was born on April 26, 1934, in Center, Texas, to the late Alton Murphy Sigler and Narnie Lee Byford Sigler.
Graveside service will be held at Antioch Cemetery, San Augustine County, on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at 2pm with Bro. Don Noble officiating.
Visitation will be held prior to the service on Sunday, November 27, 2022, beginning at 1PM at Antioch Cemetery.
Thelma was born in Shelby County. Her birth was a surprise. She was born just minutes after her twin sister, Velma.
She lived most of her life in the Harmony Community in San Augustine, Texas. Thelma was a very gifted individual. She loved sewing, quilting, painting, and wood crafts. She used to say, “if she could draw it, she could build it”. She also enjoyed gardening. She loved the Lord and was a longtime, faithful member of Harmony Baptist Church.
She is survived by:
Her daughters:
Mary Ann Rushing of Deridder, Louisiana
Rhonda Barlow and husband Jerry of Center
Twin sister, Velma Woodle of Bogota
Grandchildren:
Shelia Rushing Burk and husband Jessie of Deridder Louisiana
Sabrina Causey and husband Cliff of Joaquin
Serina Rushing of Deridder, Louisiana
Marc Leach of San Augustine
Great-grandchildren:
Alex Goodman
Treasure Chase and husband Earnest
Morgan Rodigue and husband Kurt
Cody Causey
Victoria Rushing
Kylie Rushing
Jazlynn Babin and Travis Hinkle
Victorian Jackson and husband Jacob
Sidney Leach
Great-great-grandchildren:
Haylie Goodman
Amora Ozsoy
Abby Chase
Adley Jackson
Kaston Jackson
Levvie Jackson
Anna Hinkle
Special friend, Kayla Gunderman
Numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly
Thelma is preceded in death by her husbands, Clarence "Sid” Leach, RC Scott; parents, Alton and Narnie (Byford) Sigler; son, Clarence Elvin Leach; brothers, Otis Norfleet Sigler, William Henry Sigler; sisters, Wilda Marie Leach Porter, and Mary Helen Blackburn
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
11/25/2022
Bette Ann Samford, 85, of Center, Texas, passed away on November 24, 2022, in San Augustine, Texas. She was born on October 16, 1937, in Center, Texas, to the late Alex Merrill Lucas and Linnie Mittie Stephens Lucas.
A memorial service will be held at 2PM at Short Methodist Church, on Sunday, December 4, 2022, with Rev. Sherry Harding officiating.
Bette was born and raised in Shelby County. She graduated Center High School. She met the love of her life, Ben Samford, and the two were married in 1957. They spent many wonderful years together before his passing in 2017. Bette worked for Southwestern Bell/ AT&T for over 30 years before retiring. She was also a dedicated mother, grandmother, and housewife. Bette found great joy in taking care of family. She enjoyed traveling and seeing the beauty all around. Bette was a worthy matron and member of the Order of Eastern Star Chapter 348. She loved the Lord and was a lifelong member of the First Methodist and Short Methodist Church.
She is survived by:
Son, C.A. Samford and wife Connie of Denton, Texas
Grandson, Benjamin Virgil Samford of Denton
Brother, Claude Austin Lucas and wife Bonnie of Center
Nieces:
Barbara Samford Pinkston
Cheri Lucas Wheeler
Nephews:
Austin Lucas
Will Lucas
Numerous great-nieces and great-nephews
A host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Bette is preceded in death by her loving husband, Ben Samford; parents, Alex and Linnie Lucas; and sister, Carrie Alice Lucas; brother and sister in laws, Clarence Ford Samford and Ann Samford, William Samford and Janell Samford.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Methodist Children’s Home Waco, Texas https://www.mch.org/donate/ or Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle, San Juan, Texas https://www.olsjbasilica.org/give.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
11/25/2022
Earline "Bill" Butler Cleveland of San Augustine County, Texas, passed away Monday, November 21, 2022, at her residence at the age of 89 years, 3 months, 28 days.
Mrs. Cleveland was born July 24, 1933, in San Augustine County to parents W.W. "Zack" Butler and Nellie Leola (Phillips) Butler and attended Chireno Schools in her youth. She was a former longtime resident of the Conroe, Texas, area before moving back to her hometown. Mrs. Cleveland enjoyed fishing and gardening and had retired from Stitt Spark Plug Company.
Her survivors include:
Sons:
Dwight Cleveland and his wife, Cheryl of San Augustine County
Dewayne Cleveland of San Augustine County
Daughter, Darnell Parrish of San Augustine County
Grandchildren:
Jeffrey David Cleveland
Jaclynn Cleveland Mauldin and husband Travis
Jeffrey Parrish and wife Lisa
Stacey Parrish Collins
James Cleveland and wife Angela
Justin Cleveland
Adam Cleveland and wife Robyn
Host of great-grandchildren
Brothers:
Charles Butler and wife Connie
Floyd Butler and wife Mary Ann
Gerald Butler and wife Georgia
Sister-in-law, Elaine Butler
She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin M. Cleveland, in 1998; parents, W.W. "Zack" and Nellie Leola Butler; sister, Geraldine Butler Monday; and brothers, S.J. Butler and Hollis Butler.
Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 26, 2022, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 26, 2022, at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Committal service and interment will follow at Attoyac Cemetery.
Pallbearers: Jeffrey Cleveland, Jeffrey Parrish, Levi Mauldin, Travis Mauldin, James Cleveland, and Craig Butler.
Visit www.WymanRobertsFuneralHome.com for memories and condolences. Arrangements are under the direction of T.A. Lane and Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, located at 316 W. Columbia Street in San Augustine, Texas.
11/23/2022
Michael Wayne Howard Sr., 55, of Shelbyville, passed away November 23, 2022.
Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center with internment following at Sardis Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 30, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Bro. Todd Jenkins will be officiating.
Born February 1, 1967, in Houston, Texas, Michael is the son of Robert Robertson and Sandra Roach.
He is survived by:
His children:
Shannon Lee
Michael Howard Jr. and wife Karly
Matthew Howard and wife Kendall
Mallory Howard and Trevor Howard
Grandchildren:
Madisen Howard
Mattilyn Howard
Clay Howard
Conway Howard
Mila Howard
Marlie Howard
Bobby Hendricks III
Nevaeh Lee
Colton Lee
Brothers:
David Tillotson
Timothy Jackson and wife Jennifer Ronzellow
Sisters, Rebecca Robertson, and Michelle Cullen
Preceded in death by his mother Sandra Tillotson; sister, Kim Sanders; grandparents, Marie Howard and George Howard.
Pallbearers will be Timothy Jackson, David Tillotson, Morgan Sanders, Jerry Mark Sanford, Trevor Howard, and Michael Broadway.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
11/23/2022
Randy Lynn Andrews, 71, of Center, Texas, passed away on November 22, 2022, peacefully at his residence in Center, Texas. He was born on January 20, 1951, in Center, Texas, to the late James Joseph Benjamin Andrews and Iva Mae Ogden Andrews.
Memorial service will be held at 3pm on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at North Jericho Baptist Church, CR 3129 off of FM 699, Center, Texas, with Bro. Mike Belgard officiating.
Randy was born and raised in Shelby County. He graduated from Center High School Class of 1969. He loved his son, Joseph, and found joy in spending time with him. Randy was an avid collector of things. He collected coins, hot wheels, monopoly sets, among various other things. Randy loved doing yard work and spending time outdoors. He enjoyed listening to gospel music, especially that of Alan Jackson.
He retired from Brookshire Brothers in Center on his birthday in 2017 after working many years for the company in various locations. Randy was a long time member of First Baptist Church, Center.
He is survived by:
His son, Joseph Andrews and wife Holly
Former wife, Robin Folsom Andrews
Nieces:
Debra Lawson Yarbrough and family
Luciana Lawson Barr and husband Charles and family
Sherry Lawson
A host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.
Randy is preceded in death by his parents, James and Iva Mae Andrews; brother, James “Bud” Mancel Andrews; and sister, Jean Lawson and husband Billy.
In lieu of flowers the family requests a donation be made to a charity of your choice.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
11/23/2022
Sherry Lynn Caudle, 60, of Nacogdoches, Texas passed away on November 19, 2022, in Dallas.
A visitation will be held at Watson & Sons Funeral Home on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Watson & Sons Funeral Home, with Brother Tim Watson officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center, Texas.
Sherry was born November 2, 1962, in Memphis, Tennessee. Words that describe Sherry are simple. She was a very devoted wife, loving mother, and doting Meme for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. To be honest, she loved all children and would tell them to call her Meme. Her world revolved around her family. She particularly loved those grands and great grands! If anyone needed her time or efforts, she was sure to give all she could.
She spent 25 years working at Nacogdoches Medical Center. She told herself that she was going to be there for her family and move mountains for them. So that day she started studying and studying and secured her license to be an Echo Cardiogram Technician. Sherry never met a stranger. She would go out of her way to help the patients and their supporting families to be as comfortable as she could. As well as being attentive to surviving relatives to those who lost loved ones.
In her free time, she enjoyed camping at the lake and relaxing by the water. She loved to take in the sights and sounds of whatever area they were staying. Sitting by the campfire was her favorite place to be even if it was 105 degrees outside.
Steve was the love of her life. She fell head over heels in love with him the first time she laid eyes on him. He was her hero and her knight in shining armor. She thanked God every day for bringing him into her life.
Sherry is survived by:
Husband, Steve Caudle
Daughter, Monique Tibbits and husband Justin Carroll of Nacogdoches
Son, Rickie Gorum and wife Susan of Nacogdoches
Brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Terry Caudle and wife Vanessa of Carthage
Grandchildren:
James Rogers
Samantha Duval and husband Scottland
David Morgan
Joslyn Shewmaker
Anthony Shewmaker
Hazel Gorum
Destiny Knott and husband Justin
Shara Sturtz and husband Shaun
Great-grandchildren:
Kayden Duval
Ryver Duval
Ryker Duval
Westin Knott
Banks Knott
Saige Sturtz
Sisters:
Leslie Smith Thompson
Kathy Smith Dyson
Minette Fontenot
Brothers:
Danny Smith
Ross Smith
Host of nieces, nephews, and other family.
Sherry was preceded in death by her mother, Carolyn Sullivan; stepfather, Roy Smith; and brother, Tony Smith.
Pallbearers will be Terry Caudle, Monique Tibbits, James Rogers, Rickie Gorum, Scottland Duval, and Justin Carroll.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
11/23/2022
Lewis Darrell Jones, 85, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on November 21, 2022, in Joaquin, Texas. He was born on May 20, 1937, in Antioch Community, Shelby County, Texas, to the late Charles Alfred Jones and Ollie “Janie” Rebecca Aiken Jones.
Memorial service will be held at Mangum Funeral Home, on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at 2pm. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service beginning at 1PM on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at Mangum Funeral Home.
Darrell was born and raised in the Antioch Community, Shelby County, Texas. He graduated from Joaquin High School. He married his high school sweetheart, the love of his life, Garvis Childress, on December 20, 1957. The two had two wonderful boys, Darrell Dean and Michael Craig, whom they raised in Shelby County. They shared over 60 years together before Garvis’s passing in 2018. Darrell was an avid collector of antiques. He enjoyed hunting and acquiring old knives and Indian artifacts. Darrell was a skilled welder and carpenter and could make or build anything. One of his greatest hobbies was working and landscaping his beautiful flowersbeds. He loved his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. More than anything he treasured time spent with family, friends, and loved ones. His heart was full when he was surrounded by family enjoying laughter and making memories. He was a member of Jackson Missionary Baptist Church.
Survived by:
Son, Darrell Dean Jones and wife Gina
Daughter in law, Teresa Jones
Grandchildren:
Ashley Balkcom and husband Jason
Jonathan Jones and wife Kinsey
Jared Jones and wife Madison
Samantha Jones
Sarah Jones Lavergne and husband Jacob
Great grandchildren:
Landry Balkcom
Bowen Balkcom
Ellie Jones
Judson Jones
Jhett Jones
Brother and sister in laws:
Doug and Jan Childress
Lynn and Emily Childress
Kay Childress
Jim Lassiter
God Child, Drake Jansen
Numerous nieces and nephews and a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Garvis Jones; son, Michael Craig Jones; parents, Charles and Ollie “Janie” Jones; brothers, Nolan Jones, Pete Jones, Wayne Jones, and Leroy Jones.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit HYPERLINK "http://www.mangumfh.net" www.mangumfh.net.
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.
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