Obituaries
09/15/2020
Nelwyn Faye Samford found her peace in the early morning hours of Friday, September 11, 2020, at HomePlace, The Hospice of East Texas. She was the daughter of the late Samuel Berton Samford and Lurline Lemons Samford and was born in Center, Texas, October 9, 1930.
Graveside service will be held at 11 am, Wednesday, September 23, 2020, at New Hope Cemetery in Center with Rev. Stephen Rhoads of Pollard United Methodist Church of Tyler officiating.
Nell graduated with degrees from Stephen F. Austin State College in Nacogdoches and Colorado State College of Education, Greeley, Colorado. Through her teaching career, she taught in Livingston, Humble, Beaumont, Henderson, and the balance of her career at Moore Middle School, Tyler. She and Jan traveled together throughout the States and Europe but the mountains of Colorado called to them most powerfully, and Estes Park became like a second home. She was a member of Pollard United Methodist Church, Tyler. Although she never married and had children of her own, she treasured her part in the lives of her sister’s children, Don and Julie, Julie’s daughter, Erica and Erica’s son, Nathaniel. Aunt Nell couldn’t have loved them more if they had been her own. This woman with a keen wit and love of life fought against the ravages of Alzheimer’s Disease during the last years of her life. Her dear friend, Jan, was her rock, always there with words to soothe and the unimaginable strength to care for her at home. The family will be forever grateful.
Nell was preceded in death by her mother and father, brother James Berton Samford, sister Muriel Samford Thames, nephew Don Thames, and Jim Hicks, husband of Erica.
She is survived by:
Life-long friend, traveling partner and caregiver, Janice Tuomi
Niece, Julie Thames Muller and husband, Charles
Grandniece, Erica Lynn Hicks
Great-grandnephew, Nathaniel Walker Hicks and wife, Chelsea
Numerous other relatives.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests any memorial gifts be made in Nell’s name to Pollard United Methodist Church, 3030 New Copeland Rd., Tyler, Texas 75701, or HomePlace at The Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Blvd., Tyler, Texas 75701.
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:13)
Services are under the direction of Hilliard Funeral Home, Van, Texas.
09/15/2020
Mary Permenter Jarrell, 86, of Lufkin, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2020, in Lufkin.
Graveside service will be held at Noon, Friday, September 18, 2020, at Strong Cemetery in Huxley with visitation from 10:00 a.m. to Noon, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Born April 1, 1934, Mary is the daughter of the late Bryant Permenter and Nellie Taylor Permenter. Her hobbies included quilting and sewing. Mary was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by:
Her children:
Carolyn McClean of Delaware
Bobby Jarrell and wife Julie of Northford, Virginia
Sherree SoRelle and husband Robert of Conroe
Michael C. Jarrell and wife Janna of Lufkin
Grandchildren:
Roxy Slayton of Washington
Amanda Mayer of San Antonio
Susan Dawson of Washington
Brian Jarrell of Little Rock Arkansas
Great-grandchildren:
Jackie Jarrell
Tyler Mayer
Madlyn Dawson
Sydney Mayer
Preceded in death by her husband, Willie Jarrell; parents, Bryant Permenter and Nellie Taylor Permenter; brothers, Sam and Roy Permenter; sisters, Daisy and Janice; and son-in-law, Chuck McClean.
A special thanks to The Joseph House and staff for their compassionate care.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/15/2020
Minister Mike Sparks was born in Diboll, TX, on June 7, 1954, to the late Reverend Jesse James Sparks and Lillie Mae Mitchell being the 10th and a twin of 14 children.
In 1995, after a long chase, he captured the heart of his beautiful wife, Kimberly, whom he loved more than life itself. They became a union before God in 2016 which was the happiest day of his life. He was a dedicated and hardworking man in the logging industry for 50 years as a loader operator.
Having a pastor as a father, Brother Sparks was raised in church and continued through his adult life. He made Abundant Love Ministries his church home where for the past 3 years he served as a minister. He was a phenomenal man of many words, hats, and suits, who enjoyed spending time with his family, estate sales, yardwork, working on vehicles, and winding down his day watching the news while enjoying a large bowl of Bluebell’s Homemade Vanilla Ice cream.
Minister Mike Sparks is preceded in death by his mother and father, Lillie Mae Mitchel and Reverend Jesse James Sparks; 2 sisters, Ethel Mae Smith and Jane Helen Washington; 2 brothers, Charles Barnett and Travis Sparks.
He leaves to cherish:
His lovely wife, Kimberly Sparks
Daughters:
Shanta (Desmond) Ferguson of Lufkin
Americus Sparks of Center
Dametria Cartwright of Shelbyville
Mukinsely Barnes of Lufkin
LaKendra Barnes of Center
Shakeria Barnes of Center
Sons:
Jordan Robinson of Logansport
JaKyrie Driver of Center
Grandkids:
TaNiya Barnes
Savannah Ferguson
Jikei Cartwright
Jayceon Harris
Mikevius Lane
Amida Hill
Micahel (Mikee) Hill 3rd
Au’Breyah Lacy
Sisters:
Penney Sparks of Orange
Linda Alford of Portland, OR
Merlene (Jamie) Carter of Monroe,
Pauline (Billy) Hewitt of Shelbyville
Lizzie Faye (Kenneth) Allen of Shelbyville
Brothers:
Andy (Margie) Marbett of Oklahoma
George (Angie Mae) Barnett of Longview
Mickey Sparks (twin) of Houston
Rasheed El-Amin of Houston
Bobby (Brenna Sparks) of Center
Half-sisters:
Pauline Johnson of Center
Earlene McCowin of Tyler
Special grandson, Jayceon Harris
Special friends:
Calvin Gaddis
Cameron Cloudy
A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends
In lieu of flowers, the family ask deliveries be made to Watson and Sons Funeral Home, 1554 TX-7, Center, TX 75935 or Abundant Love Ministries, 1426 Shelbyville Street, Center, TX 75935.
The family would like to thank Abundant Love Ministries, HLH Timber Company LLC, and Watson and Sons Funeral Home.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, September 18, 2020, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with funeral service being held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Abundant Love Ministries. Marlin Cloudy will officiate. Interment will follow at McWilliams Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Pallbearers will be Ricky McCollister, Michael Cloudy, Cameron Cloudy, Earl Cartwright, Riley Reed, and Bobby Watts. Honorary pallbearers Jacky Williams, Bryan Gillespie, Fredrick Yarborough, and Melvin Calhoun.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/15/2020
Carmelo Dominguez, 63, of Tenaha, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2020, in The Woodlands.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, September 19, 2020, at Iglesia Bautista Nueva Esperanza in Tenaha. Interment will follow at Restland Cemetery in Tenaha.
Born November 21, 1956, in Mexico, Carmelo is the son of the late Francisco Dominguez and Soledad Chavez Dominguez. He worked as a truck driver for Scull Timber. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, and volleyball. Carmelo was a member of Iglesia Bautista Nueva Esperanza, which he loved.
He is survived by:
Wife, Elva Mireles Dominguez
Children:
Monica Dominguez
Lorena Dominguez
Dina Garcia and husband, Michael
Josh Dominguez and wife, Carmen
Grandchildren:
Mia Villalobos
Colt Garcia
Daylon McClure
Emily Villalobos
Mikayla Garcia
Kamille Garcia
Brothers and sisters:
Ignacio Dominguez
Romelo Dominguez
Pablo Dominguez
Durijen Dominguez
Erminia Dominguez
Juana Dominguez
Martha Dominguez.
Preceded in death by parents, Francisco Dominguez and Soledad Chavez Dominguez; and sister, Inez Dominguez.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Carmelo Domínguez, de 63 años, de Tenaha, falleció el Domingo 13 de Septiembre de 2020 en The Woodlands.
El servicio funerario se llevará a cabo a la 1:00 p.m., Sábado, 19 de Septiembre de 2020, en la Iglesia Bautista Nueva Esperanza en Tenaha con visita a partir de las 10:00 a.m. El entierro seguirá en el Cementerio Restland en Tenaha.
Nacido el 21 de Noviembre de 1956, en México, Carmelo es hijo de los difuntos Francisco Domínguez y Soledad Chávez Domínguez. Trabajó como camionero para Scull Timber.
Sus pasatiempos incluían la caza, la pesca y el voleibol. Carmelo era miembro de la Iglesia Bautista Nueva Esperanza, a la que amaba.
Le sobrevive su esposa, Elva Mireles Domínguez; Mónica Domínguez, Lorena Domínguez, Dina García y su esposo Michael, y Josh Domínguez y su esposa Carmen; nietos, Mia Villalobos, Colt Garcia, Daylon McClure, Emily Villalobos, Mikayla García y Kamille Garcia; hermanos y hermanas, Ignacio Domínguez, Romelo Domínguez, Pablo Domínguez, Durijen Domínguez, Erminia Domínguez, Juana Domínguez y Martha Domínguez.
Precedido en la muerte por sus padres, Francisco Domínguez y Soledad Chávez Domínguez; y hermana, Inez Domínguez.
Las condolencias y homenajes en línea se pueden enviar en www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/14/2020
Robert Reed, 79, passed away September 12th 2020. He was born on August 18th 1941 to the late Robert and Clare Reed.
Graveside services will be held Wednesday the 16th 12:00PM at Enterprise Cemetery.
Reed is survived by:
Wife Barbara Reed of 40 years
Children:
Michael Reed
Melony Reed Halford
Linda Plumb
David Mitchell
Angelina Grey
Jenny Mitchell
Sister, Linda Kay
Grand-Children 15, numerous nieces, nephews and a host of family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Reed and Clara Reed.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book, you may go to www.mangumfh.net.
09/14/2020
Donna Moore McSwain, 59, of Center, passed away Saturday, September 12, 2020, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, September 14, 2020, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Rusty Hall and Bro. Kevin Windham officiating. Interment will follow at Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born November 16, 1960, Donna is the daughter of the late Waymon Moore and Janette Colvin Moore Byrd.
She is survived by:
Husband, Ronnie McSwain
Children:
Justin McSwain and wife Amanda
Jacob McSwain and wife Kyrsten
Jennifer Watson and husband Sean
Julie McSwain and James Holt
Jessi McSwain
Grandchildren: Jeffrey, Caleb, Jasper, Kason, Clayton, Laina, Noah, Emerson, and Audrey
Mother-in-law, Mildred McSwain
Brothers and sisters:
Charles Moore
David Moore and wife Deborah
Martha Smith and husband Bob
Carl Moore
Debra Sowell and husband Glenn
Donald Moore and wife Beth
Barbara Harding
Preceded in death by her parents, Waymon Moore and Janette Colvin Moore Byrd; father-in-law, James Lee McSwain; grandparents, William Bryce Moore and Pearl Anderson Moore and Raymond T. Colvin and Angie Spencer Colvin.
Pallbearers will be Donna’s nephews.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/12/2020
Joanne Anderson, 78, of Center, passed away Friday, September 11, 2020, in Tyler.
Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at Smith Cemetery in Shelby County with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate.
Born July 1, 1942, in Lake Providence, Louisiana, Joanne is the daughter of the late Harlon E. Wrider and Hazel Juanita Wrider.
She is survived by:
Husband, Kenneth Wayne Anderson
Son, Michael Wayne Anderson and wife Robi
Daughter, Vicki Anderson
Grandchildren: Bryan, Brooke, and Brandon
Brothers:
Jerry Wayne Wrider
Kenneth Wrider
Preceded in death by her parents; and her sister, Pat Eaton.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
09/11/2020
Prentice Edward Hendricks, 78, was born on March 16, 1942 to the late Bowser and Connie (Elliott) Hendricks and passed away September 10, 2020. Graveside services will be held Saturday, September 12, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. at Strong Cemetery in Huxley, TX with Bro. Kevin Windham officiating.
Mr. Hendricks was a member of Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church and served on Huxley City Council for many years. Prentice also served as the mayor pro tem for the City of Huxley. He retired from Center Plywood/Hallmark, as Plant Manager, after 32 years of service.
Mr. Hendricks is survived by:
Loving wife of 58 years, Thelma (Parker) Hendricks, of Huxley
Sons:
Craig Hendricks and wife, Patti, of Huxley
Ron Hendricks and wife, Yanci, of Huxley
Four Grandchildren:
Sarah Hendricks Ryder and husband, Ashton, of Huxley
Hunter Hendricks and wife, Chelsea, of Huxley
Seth Hendricks and Sawyer Hendricks, of Huxley
Two Great-Grandchildren, Caul and Cord Ryder, of Huxley
Brother, Verbon Hendricks and wife, Joyce, of Huxley
Numerous nieces, nephews and a host of family and friends.
Mr. Hendricks is preceded in death by his parents, Bowser and Connie (Elliott) Hendricks; his brother and sister-in-law, L.E. and Ima Hendricks.
Serving as pallbearers will be Craig Hendricks, Ron Hendricks, Hunter Hendricks, Seth Hendricks, Sawyer Hendricks, Puncho Elliott and Luke Hendricks.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Strong Cemetery in honor of Mr. Hendricks, P.O. Box 1383 Center, TX 75935.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book, you may go to www.mangumfh.net.
09/11/2020
Tommie LaMerle McCarty Cox, 79, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2020, in Nacogdoches.
A memorial service will be held later at San Augustine Church of Christ (105 W. Market St., San Augustine, Texas 75972) with Steven Wiggins officiating. Interment will be at East Hamilton Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born December 27, 1940, in Center, Tommie is the daughter of the late Marvin J. McCarty and Ora V. Powers McCarty. She worked as a secretary for Shelby L.P. Gas for many years. Tommie enjoyed cooking and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a member of San Augustine Church of Christ.
She is survived by:
Her husband, Tommy L. Cox, Sr. of Shelbyville
Children:
Kevin and Trish Cox of Nacogdoches
Tommy and Christi Cox of Carthage
Sherry and Tony Wingate of Bullard
Patty Cox of Kilgore
11 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren
Sisters:
Marcelle Wiggins of Carthage
Frances Crump of Carthage
She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Mark Allen Cox; and brother, Kenneth McCarty.
Memorial donations can be made to organizations researching cancers of brain, lung, bone, and breast.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Olva Gloy "Ivy" Mason, Ivy Mason, as everyone knew her, 86, entered her enternal rest September 9, 2020.
Ivy was born on August 11, 1934, to Novel & Henrietta Pigg in Center, Tx. She moved to LaPorte, Tx at an early age, where she attended grammer & high school. Ivy moved to Galveston, Tx in 1956.
Ivy worked as a waitress all her life. She loved her job as she was always meeting new customers and loved her loyal regular customers. Ivy was a dependable & faithful employee working at Carnell's Restaurant for 10 years and at Christie's Beachcomber for 16 years, where she met so many wonderful people, locals & from all over the world.
She was preceded in death by her Mother & Step-father, Owen & Henrietta Young of LaPorte, Tx. Her grandparents, Lee & Sallie Lowe, Joaquin, Tx, Son, Rodney Mason, daughter, Vicki Mason, Aunt Olivia Quick, Center, Tx & cousin Zack Baggett of Dallas, Tx
Ivy is survived by:
Son, Cecil Wayne Hammers, of Hemphill
Daughter and son-in-law: Retta Ann & Alfred Lopez, of Santa Fe
Daughter, Nina Mason, of Houston
Grandchildren:
Ivan Wayne Lopez, of Houston
Danielle Hammers, Tiffany Hammers, of Lufkin
Robert Sanders
Amber Phfund
Ashley Fenn
Great-Grandchildren:
Braeden Lopez
Hailey Pounds
Mason Pounds
Alasia Argumon and Owen
Luke and Liam Fenn
Cousin, David Baggett, of Spring
A host of family & friends, from near and far
Ivy was baptized at an early age into the Baptist faith at Jackson Church, Joaquin, Tx.
At Ivy's request, there will be no services.
09/11/2020
Charlie A. Stevenson of Timpson passed away September 8, 2020, in Nacogdoches at the age of 84. He was born March 7, 1936, in Groesbeck to parents Robert James Stevenson and Corene (Jackson) Stevenson.
Charlie enjoyed photography, camping, and traveling with his wife, Lavenia. They married on May 1, 1953, when they were both 17. Their travels took them all around the United States to Canada including the Grand Canyon, national parks, and Silver Dollar City, Missouri. He loved listening to Elvis gospel music and attending “all-night sings” with Lavenia.
Mr. Stevenson was a private man who liked everything in perfect order. He was a self-taught perfectionist who built his own house. He worked hard to provide for his family as an offshore driller. He would work 7 days on, and 7 days off without complaint. His family would describe him as easy going, calm, and level headed. He never raised his voice. He loved his grandchildren, and they loved him back.
Charlie was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, James Edward Stevenson.
He is survived by:
Wife of 67 years, Lavenia Stevenson
Daughter, Rhonda “Jeannie” Warr and husband Ronnie
Sons:
Michael Stevenson
Robert Stevenson and wife Helen
Daughter, Leslie Stevenson
8 grandchildren
Several great-grandchildren.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2020, at Cason Monk-Metcalf. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2020, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel officiated by Celebrant Constance Engelking. Interment will follow at Cold Springs Cemetery in Garrison.
Please visit www.CasonMonk-Metcalf.com to leave your online condolences and memories.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, Nacogdoches.
09/11/2020
Carolyn June Lay Jackson, 81, of Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2020, in Longview.
Graveside service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, at Willow Grove Cemetery in Shelby County with visitation beginning at 2:00 p.m., at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Sister Melba Rodgers will officiate.
Born February 14, 1939, in Santa Ana, California, to the late Ira Clinton Lay and Gladys Isabel Teague Tillet. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and spending time with family. She was of the Methodist faith.
She is survived by:
Her children:
David Jackson and spouse Glen of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Vicki Goings of Andersonville, North Carolina
Patti Soto of Andersonville, North Carolina
Terri Nugent and husband Robert of Joaquin
Grandchildren:
Kerri Allen
Jayme Durham and husband Dexter
Michelle Essex and husband Christian
Lauren Gaddy
Ryan Hanks and Hannah
Great-grandchildren:
Alandria Gentry
Amiyah Soto
Trey Davis
Tyler Lane
Kiersten Richards
Scarlett Sumstine
Kohen Ross
Destinee Morris
Kadence Morris
Sophia Fearnow
Isabel Soto
Baby Carolyn due in October
Nieces and nephew:
Diana Thomas of Idaho
Lori Tennison of New Mexico
Richard Lay of New Mexico
Sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law:
Sheila Wiggins and husband Chuck of Shreveport
Judith Adams of Tenaha
Sylvia Jackson of Tenaha
Mary Jo Tennison of New Mexico
Jimmy Jackson of Tenaha
Numerous other relatives; and special friend, Gail Allen of Joaquin.
Preceded in death by her husband, Paul Jackson Jr.; grandchildren; Shane Essex, Jeremy Essex, Daryl Essex, Randy Essex, Ramon Soto; great grandchildren, Ramon Soto Jr., Bradley Kent Richards, and Addison Perez; and brothers, Bill Lay, Charles Lay, and Glenn Lay.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/10/2020
Paula J. Black, 85, of Palestine, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2020, in Palestine.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, September 14, 2020, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 12:00 Noon. Interment will follow at Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born November 1, 1934, in Center, Ms. Black is the daughter of the late Hubert Kimbro and Thelma Scott Kimbro. She was a secretary at a doctor’s office for many years and also worked at a telephone company in Palestine for 10+ years.
She is survived by:
Daughter, Cindy Tindol of Houston
Grandchildren:
Tommy Black of Midland
Stephanie Stephenson
4 Great-grandchildren
2 Great-great-grandchildren
Brother, Clyde Kimbro of Bandera
Cousins:
Marilyn Scott Hogue and husband Randy of Center
J.B. Scott of Center
Travis Brown of Center
Special friends:
Eraina Smith of Tomball
Becky Urbina of Palestine
Many other friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, James Black; and parents, Hubert Kimbro and Thelma Scott Kimbro.
A special thank you to Angels in Palestine along with the many nurses and doctors who assisted her.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/09/2020
Jerry Wayne Samford, 89, of Center, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2020, in Nacogdoches.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, September 13, 2020, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m., at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Rev. Malcolm Monroe will officiate.
Born November 22, 1930, in Center, Mr. Samford is the son of the late Jeff E. Samford and Corine Hughes Samford. He served in the United States Air Force, where he attained the rank of Major. After his military service, he went to work with the Texas Department of Corrections in Huntsville. He began as Assistant Director of the Bureau of Classification. Soon, he was promoted to a Counselor within the department and then later promoted to Assistant Warden. During this time, he developed the Pre-Release Program, which was the first of its kind. After he and his lovely wife Wanda had their four children, they made the decision to move back to Center where he became Manager of the Center Chamber of Commerce. Here, he developed the Tri-County Community Action Program for Shelby, Sabine, and San Augustine Counties. As Director, he started Head Start, Community Centers and Summer Youth Employment programs. Head Start grew to cover 12 counties. State Farm came to him requesting that he become the first State Farm Insurance agent in Center. He flourished in his successful career with State Farm, retiring after 35 years. Mr. Samford was a member of Center Flying Club, Center Noon Lions Club, and First United Methodist Church in Center. He was most proud of his family accomplishments - his 65 year marriage to Wanda, raising his four children who all received college degrees, teaching his sons and grandsons to fly, and being Pa to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who he loved dearly.
He is survived by:
Children:
Jeff E. Samford and wife Joanna of Georgia
Sharon Samford Wilson and husband Rick of Hallsville
Terry W. Samford and wife Penny of Austin
Sandy Samford Wheeler of Center
Grandchildren:
Jeffery Samford
Dawn White
Jeremy Lansford
Elizabeth Houston
Angie Tyler
Ashley Jane Samford
Chris Wheeler
Nic Wheeler
Whitney Wheeler
Great-grandchildren:
Devon Tucker
Natalie Woodell
Maggie Samford
Everett Samford
Jayden Lansford
Owen Tyler
Brody Tyler
Canaan Houston
Lively Wheeler
Ariella Wheeler
Selah Wheeler
Lilah Wheeler
Rhett Wheeler
Cecil Wheeler
Josie Wheeler
Also, numerous other relatives
He is preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Raymond Samford; parents, Jeff E. Samford and Corine Hughes Samford; brother, Jeff E. Samford Jr.; and grandson, Matthew Lansford.
Pallbearers will be Nic Wheeler, Jeffery Samford, Jeremy Lansford, Rick Wilson, Jeff Samford, Chris Wheeler, Terry Samford, and Chris Houston.
Memorial donations may be made to organizations dear to his heart - Methodist Children's Home, 1111 Herring Ave., Waco, Texas 76708 and American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Ave, Dallas, Texas 75231, www.heart.ora.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/09/2020
Sandy Michelle Broyles, 46, of Tenaha, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2020, in Tenaha.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, September 11, 2020, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 12, 2020, at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating.
Born January 29, 1974, Sandy is the daughter of the late Tommy Broyles and Floyie Patricia Johnson Broyles. She was a member of Ramah Baptist Church.
She is survived by:
Her children:
Breanna Bunting
Colby Bunting
Grandson, Colson Bunting
Mother, Floyie Broyles of Tenaha
Sister, Alleena Odom and husband Bradley of Shelbyville
Nieces and nephews:
Amber O’Rear of Shelbyville
Austin Evans and wife Toni of Shelbyville
Andrew Evans and wife Amanda of Tenaha
Allison Odom of Shelbyville
She is preceded in death by her dad, Tommy Broyles; grandparents, Floyie and Dorothy Johnson and J.C. and Laverne Broyles.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/09/2020
Vanard “Mac - Bear” Vernon McDaniel, 79, passed away Sunday, August 23rd, 2020 in Center, Texas.
Van was born on September 1st, 1940, in Timpson, Texas to Fred Jackson McDaniel and Dovie Keath McDaniel.
Van enlisted in the United States Marine Corps out of high school and was stationed in Southern California. He served his country proudly, had seven children and enjoyed most of his life in Los Angeles. He coached his sons in Football, Basketball and Baseball and was a die hard Cowboys fan. He enjoyed music, chess and playing poker with friends. But he always had a special passion for gardening.
Van had a dynamic personality, infectious smile and was always the life of the party. He loved an excuse to celebrate and was known for entertaining friends and throwing large Christmas parties.
He was forever a proud Texan and returned to Center to live out his golden years close to his brother, Fred.
Van is survived by all seven of his children, Cary McDaniel, Michael McDaniel, Mark McDaniel, Christopher McDaniel, Kelly McDaniel-Mielke, Matthew McDaniel and Heather McDaniel; Sister-in-law, Mary McDaniel; grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Dovie McDaniel; siblings, Ruby Nichols, Lois Amburn, Thelma Delaney, Fred McDaniel and Azell Caldwell.
There will be a celebration of life at a later date.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
09/09/2020
David Dewayne Fountain born April 17,1967 passed away August 15, 2020 at 7:22pm at UT Health Tyler, Texas
David was dedicated to his work having spent 18 years at Tidewater Industries out of Morgan City LA. He then spent the last 13 years in his work career close to home with General Shelters in Center Tx.
His main love outside of his family was fishing wherever his travels took him and then bringing his stories of his adventures back to his family. Not having children of his own, he found happiness with his nieces and nephews. His honest smile and his genuine love always left everyone with memories that only David Fountain could do in his own unique way.
Parents:
Evangelina Fountain Jeffress
The late Bryant Bryon Lee Fountain
Brother & Sister:
Bryant E. Fountain and Wife Patricia of Tenaha, Texas
Angie J. Spurlock of Springfield, MO
John G. Fountain and Wife Brandy of Henderson
Raymond L. Fountain and Wife Jodi of Center
Laurence G. Fountain of Tenaha Tx
Serita M Porter and Husband George of Corpus Christi Tx
Nieces and Nephew:
Crystal Barlee
Brandie Parrish McGee
Starlla Cooper
Austin Fountain
Joshua Fountain
Brandon Fountain
Daylon Fountain
J. Bryce Fountain
Issac Fountain
Angel Fountain
Many great-nieces and nephews he loved as his own
Preceded in death by-
His Father, Bryant Bryon Lei Fountain
Brother, Mark Anthony Fountain
Sister, Darlene Fountain
09/09/2020
Tommy Lee Lout, formerly of Center, passed away August 26, 2020, in Houston at the age of 68. He was the son of Maxie and Ruby Lee Lout.
Tommy was born August 9, 1952, in Dreka, Texas. He was a 1970 graduate of Center High School and attended Kilgore College and a member of Center United Pentecostal Church.
He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy. He was a very gifted guitarist.
Tommy is survived by:
Sister and her husband, Linda and Frank Dryer
Sister-in-law, Mary Lou Lout
Special niece and nephew, Amanda Jones and Josh Hendricks
A host of other nieces, nephews and friends.
Tommy is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Bruce Lout, Billy Mack Lout and Howard Lout.
A private family service will be held at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, September 10, 2020, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/09/2020
Shauna “Mimi” Kyle, 75, of Bullard, passed away Monday, September 7, 2020, in Tyler.
Before Alzheimer’s took Mimi’s memory she made it clear she wanted her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ glorified in her death as she desired to glorify Him in her life. Mimi loved Jesus and looked forward to the day her faith would be made sight. That day has come. Since coming to faith in Jesus in the late ‘70’s Mimi earnestly prayed for family and friends to have the peace Jesus had given to her, a peace that comes only from knowing their creator on His terms, according to His revealed will in the Holy Scriptures, and no longer having to fear the coming judgment. Micah 6:8 says, “Mankind, He has told you what is good and what it is the Lord requires of you; to act justly, to love faithfulness, and to walk humbly with your God.”
Mimi strove to walk obedient to these commands and to be like Jesus; thoughtful, kind, generous, true, dependent entirely upon God’s help, seeking to be the kind of woman He desired her to be; seeking in all things to do His Will and to please Him. She has now heard her Master say ‘well done good and faithful servant…come and enter into my rest.’
Mimi was born June 26, 1945, in Dallas. She was the oldest of three children born to the late Bascom P. Smith and Aileen Smith. Mimi’s love of, and devotion to, family was evident to all who knew her and her history. As a young, single mother of three boys she endured incredible hardships to provide for her children. Her marriage to Jim Kyle in 1976 was blessed by the arrival of two daughters.
Before being widowed in 2004 Mimi, ever the caretaker, assumed caregiver role to her mother, who was also afflicted with Alzheimer’s Disease. Mimi saw people as being image bearers of their creator, and as such she was never reluctant to sacrificially assume childrearing/caretaking responsibilities whenever and wherever the opportunity arose, as many in her life can attest.
She is survived by her children:
Ronald DeChamplain and wife Sylvia
Robert DeChamplain
Rodney DeChamplain and wife Debbie
April Kyle
Grandchildren:
Destiny
Brittany
Abigale
Jessica
Jordyn
Annalyn
Dylan
Sydney
Christopher
Brother, Robert Smith and wife Christine
Sister, Shay Smith
Numerous, nieces and nephews and a couple of great grandkids.
She is preceded in death by her husband, James F. Kyle; her youngest daughter, Jamie Kyle Hope; and her parents, Bascom P. Smith and Aileen Smith.
The family will be holding a private graveside internment ceremony at a later date, TBD.
The family asks that donations to Alzheimer’s Alliance of Smith County (http://www.alzalliance.org/) and/or Samaritan’s Purse (https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/nam/) emergency relief for hurricane survivors be made in lieu of flowers.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
09/09/2020
John Talmage Barbee passed away September 7, 2020, in Tyler. Mr. Barbee was born January 12, 1949, in Center, TX, to the late Archie Barbee and Faye Deason Barbee.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, September 10, 2020, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 11, 2020, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Larry Lampley officiating. Interment will follow at Short Cemetery in Shelby County.
John was always a family man. He quit school at age 16 to go pipeline to help take care of his brothers and sisters. In 1970, he married Gloria Watson and had a family of his own. He had a cousin, Weldon Boles, ask if he wanted to drive a truck for him and that started what became a 40 year career in the propane business. Later on, when the company sold, he went to work for Smith Energy as a dispatcher in the oilfield industry, where he worked until his accident in March 2020.
You could always count on John for a quick comeback, a corny joke, produce out of his garden, some sage advice, a smile, or a handshake. He never met a stranger and could start a conversation with anyone.
Most of all, he loved his grandkids, where he got them 4 wheelers when they were little, taught them to shoot when they got older, made sure they had a car when they got old enough to drive, and provided a way for whatever kind of education they wanted.
He is survived by:
His wife of 50 years, Gloria Barbee
Son, Rocky Fountain
Daughter, Holli Barbee
Grandkids:
Kelsey Haffelder and husband Tyler
Tory Davis
Colton Davis and fiancé Carissa Tyler
One precious great-grandson, Bryson Lee Haffelder, that he called “Little John”
Sisters:
Barbara McDonald
JoAnn Rushing and husband Bill
Ronda Holloway and husband Robert
Vicky Snider
Carolyn Harkness and husband Ricky
Brothers:
Denel Ray Barbee and wife Rosa
Donald Barbee and wife Julie
Ricky Barbee
A host of nieces, nephews, family and friends who will all miss him greatly.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Archie and Faye Barbee; sisters, Beverly Walker and Linda Cougler; brothers, William Marshall Barbee, Bobby Barbee, and Archie T “Bo” Barbee Jr.; also, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Carrol and Elaine Watson.
Pallbearers will be Billy Bob McAdams, Wayne Harkness, Josh McAdams, Bubba Peavy, David Griffin, and Jimmy Wood.
Honorary pallbearers will be Weldon Boles, Smokey Smith, Bob Tennant, Larry Watson, Carlton Watson, and James Fountain.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
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