Obituaries
03/11/2021
Vernon "Skeeter" Dixon, age 67, a longtime resident of the Broaddus, Texas, area, passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at Hospice in the Pines in Lufkin, Texas.
Skeeter was born Aug. 7, 1953, in Silsbee, Texas, to parents R.E. "Bronk" Dixon and Mary Ellen (Hickman) Dixon and had been a lifelong resident of the Broaddus area. He was a 1971 graduate of Broaddus High School and a self-employed water well driller, having been the youngest registered driller in the State of Texas. He was a member of Harvey Creek Missionary Baptist Church.
His survivors include his wife, Wanda Vann Dixon of Broaddus, Texas; children, Cecilia Dixon of Lufkin, Texas, Laura Dixon of Montgomery, Texas, Jeffery Dixon of Crockett, Texas, Jimi Davis of Katy, Texas, and Maria Bush of Patroon, Texas; brother, Joe Dixon of San Augustine, Texas; a sister, Elizabeth Dixon of Lufkin, Texas; and his grandchildren, Bryce Davis, Addison Sabari, Aidan Wood, McKayla McCoy, and Madylon McCoy.
He was preceded in death by his parents, R.E. "Bronk" and Mary Ellen Dixon.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, March 12, 2021, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, located at 316 W. Columbia Street in San Augustine, Texas.
Funeral services are set for 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 13, 2021, at the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel with Bro. Hugh Mixon officiating. Interment will follow at Runnels Cemetery near Broaddus, Texas.
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Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas.
03/10/2021
Raymond L. Graves, Jr, 29, was born on June 21, 1991 and he passed away on March 6, 2021 in Orchard, Texas in a car accident. Ray Jr. was born and raised in Houston, Texas. Raymond graduated from Tenaha High school in May 2009.
He was everybody’s friend, made us laugh, smile and cry. He worked for his Uncle Ray’s construction company and was very dependable, smart and loyal.
He was always so polite, considerate of others and he never met a stranger he wouldn’t help.
He is survived by:
Father, Raymond L. Graves, Sr.
Stepmother, Clara Graves
Brothers:
Austin E. Bollinger
Sam Snyder wife Misti
Zach Snyder and wife Latasha
Grandparents:
Patricia Nitsche
Gary Bollinger, Sr.
Patricia Perkins
Charles and Tina Graves
Uncles:
Ray Bollinger and wife Linda
Donald Graves and wife Felicia
Kelly Stump and wife Lacy
Shane Graves
Danny Graves
Mark Alexander and wife, Rhonda
Aunts:
Lea Stump
Jodie Bradford and husband Chris
MaChelle Byrnes and husband Johnie
Michelle and Allison
Along with a host of extended relatives, cousins, friends and to many to name that will miss him dearly.
He is also survived by his special friend, Monica Reyes and special pet, Orion.
Raymond is preceded in death by his mother, Jeanie Graves; Uncle Gary Bollinger, Jr.; and great grandparents, Walter and Juanita Richardson.
Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until service time at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 15, 2021 in the Chapel of Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Home in Rosenberg. The service will be live streamed. Burial to follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Rosenberg.
Words of condolence may be left for the family at www.davisgreenlawnfh.com
Arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Home, 3900 B.F. Terry Blvd., Rosenberg, Texas 77471, Phone: 281-341-8800.
03/10/2021
Kimberly Tillotson Sanders, 49, of Nacogdoches, passed away Monday, March 8, 2021, in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, March 12, 2021, at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro. Wes Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Rosevine Cemetery in Sabine County.
Born May 18, 1971, in Houston, Kimberly is the daughter of Sandra Tillotson. She loved spending time with her grandkids.
She is survived by:
Husband, John “Rusty” Sanders of Nacogdoches
Children:
Morgan Sanders of Nacogdoches
Maegan Sanders of Carthage
Grandchildren:
Aiden Sanders
Allie Sanders
Hallie Sanders
Jackson Phillips
Brothers:
Timothy Jackson of Houston
David Tillotson of Nacogdoches
Michael Howard of Nacogdoches
Numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Preceded in death by grandson, Wyatt Hopkins; mother, Sandra Tillotson; and her grandmother.
Pallbearers will be Michael Stringer, Jason Stringer, Dustin Adams, Richard Phillips, Matthew Howard, and Dusty Sanders. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Howard, Jack Wright, Jay Thompson, and Caesy Sanders.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/09/2021
Tilodina Morales-Ramirez, 51, of Center, passed away Monday, March 8, 2021, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Thursday, March 11, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 12, 2021, at St. Therese Catholic Church in Center with interment following at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Father Nelson Muñoz will officiate.
Born October 9, 1969, in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, Tilodina is the daughter of Agustin Morales Castillo and Maria Ramirez Briones.
She is survived by:
Husband, Jesus Espino Diaz
Children:
Jairo Jesus Espino
Yenifer Itzbel Espino
Jahir Espino
Grandchild, Elian Noel Escobedo
Stepson, Yancarlo Espino
Step-grandchildren:
Jennifer Espino
John Espino
Logan Espino
Father, Agustin Morales Castillo
Mother, Maria Ramirez Briones
Sisters and brothers:
Maria Inez Morales Ramirez
Rosa Morales Ramirez
Agustin Morales Ramirez
Javier Morales Ramirez
Maria Elena Morales Ramirez.
Preceded in death by her grandmother, Maria Ines Castillo Cortez; and grandfather, Quirino Morales Soto.
Pallbearers will be Jairo Espino, Janir Espino, Efren Espinoso, Jesus Espinoso, Juan Escobedo, and Hector Gallardo.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Tilodina Morales Ramírez, 51, de Center, falleció el lunes 8 de Marzo de 2021 en Center.
La visitación será de las 4:00 p.m. a las 10:00 p.m. del Jueves, 11 de Marzo de 2021 en Watson & Sons Funeral Home en Center. El funeral se llevará a cabo a las 2:00 p.m., el Viernes, 12 de Marzo de 2021, en la Iglesia Católica St. Therese en Center y el entierro en Oaklawn Memorial Park en Center. Nelson Muñoz oficiará.
Nacida el 9 de Octubre de 1969 en Monterrey, Nuevo León, México, Tilodina es hija de Agostin Morales Castillo y María Ramírez Briones.
Le sobreviven su esposo, Jesús Espino Díaz; los hijos, Jairo Jesus Espino, Yenifer Itzbel Espino y Jahir Espino; nietos, Elian Noel Escobedo; hijastro, Yancarlo Espino; nietos, Jennifer Espino, John Espino y Logan Espino; padre, Agustín Morales Castillo; madre, María Ramírez Briones; hermanas y hermanos, María Inés Morales Ramírez, Rosa Morales Ramírez, Agustín Morales Ramírez, Javier Morales Ramírez y María Elena Morales Ramírez.
Precedida en muerte por su abuela, María Inés Castillo Cortez; y abuelo, Quirino Morales Soto.
Los portadores del féretro serán Jairo Espino, Janir Espino, Efren Espinoso, Jesús Espinoso, Juan Escobedo y Hector Gallardo.
Las condolencias y homenajes en línea se pueden enviar a www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com.
03/09/2021
Cristie Susan Baker, 67, of Tenaha, passed away Monday, March 8, 2021, in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 11, 2021, at First Baptist Church in Tenaha with Billy McDaniel and Timothy Roberson officiating. Interment will follow at Old Union Cemetery in Tenaha.
Born August 22, 1953, in Carthage, Cristie is the daughter of the late Clyde Murray Roberson and Rosa Mildred Womack Roberson. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Tenaha, where she sang in the choir and taught two and three year olds.
She is survived by:
Husband, Tommy Baker of Tenaha
Children:
Amy Collins and husband Tracy of Tenaha
Lee Baker and wife Kelly of Carthage
Grandchildren:
Ashlee Ray of Lufkin
Grace Baker Stockwell and husband Collin of Carthage
Chesney Baker of Carthage
Hunter Collins of Tenaha
Sister, Jan Dial and husband Don of Tenaha
Brother, Chip Roberson and wife Kelley of Tenaha
Numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her parents, Clyde Murray Roberson and Rosa Mildred Womack Roberson.
Pallbearers will be Keith Mayfield, Kevin Mayfield, Timothy Roberson, Ben Dial, Miles Seaborn, and Phil Walker.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Old Union Cemetery Fund, c/o John Griffin, 122 John C Rogers Drive, Center, Texas 75935.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/08/2021
Conway Hunter “Bubba” Mallory III, 61, of Center, Texas, passed away on November 23, 2020 in Center, Texas. He was born September 12, 1959, in Memphis, Tennessee and is the son of the late Dr. Conway Hunter Mallory Jr. and Joann Howell Mallory.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1pm, Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Bubba attended and graduated Center High School. After graduation he attended Tyler Junior College. He worked for Dunhal Pharmaceutical Dental Division for several years in East Texas and western Louisiana. He worked in Houston before moving back to work for George Ihlo as a brick laborer, worked for his brother-in-law hanging wall paper, electrical work for East Texas Poultry Supply, and worked for Midwest Fiberoptics and also in the natural gas field. For the past few years he has been self-employed. Bubba thought he could fix anything, but it didn’t always work out. Bubba was a big hearted and very generous man when he could be. His health has taken a toll on him the last few years.
The family would like to give a heartfelt thank you to Billy Ihlo and Mark Twain Livingston for being his best friends through it all.
Bubba is survived by:
Daughter, Courtney Foster
Son Ethan Foster
Grandson, Ethan McCracken
Brother, William “Bill” Howell Mallory and wife, Anne
Sister, Connie Wilkinson and husband Cliff
Nephews and Nieces:
Sean Wright of Friendswood and children, Hayley Potter, Taylor and Ashton Wright
Gavin Wright and wife Jennifer of Pearland and children, Gage and Jake Wright
Catherine Mallory of Houston, and son David Vasquez
Howell Mallory and wife Becky of Houston, children Parker and Levi Mallory
Elizabeth Wilkinson of Houston
Julie Wilkinson of Center
Lisa Parker of Houston
Great-nephews and Great-nieces:
William Jaxon and London Anne Parker
Mason and Maverick Potter
Brooke Wright
He loved his family and friends and they will miss him dearly.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Conway Hunter Jr. and Joann Howell Mallory; sister, Ginny Mallory Wright; grandparents, Conway Hunter Mallory Sr. and Virginia, and Greshen and Lucille Howell.
Services are under the direction of Watson and Sons Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
03/08/2021
Susan Diane (Savitsky) McCann, 72, of Joaquin, Texas passed away on March 6, 2021, in Houston, Texas. She was born on February 28, 1949 in Houston, Texas to William Kazimir Savitsky and Willie Mae (Ray) Savitsky.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 11, 2021 at 10:00 AM at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel in Center, TX with Bro. Jody Hooper and Bro. Eugene Bowden officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park, Center, Texas. A visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00PM on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at Mangum Funeral Home.
Susan was born and raised in Houston, Texas. Her father served in the military which allowed her to travel frequently. She spoke highly of the time she spent in Guam and on the island of Truk. She graduated from Sam Houston High School. Susan was a black belt Jiu Jitsu member. She obtained this while overseas. Susan met the love of her life, James Dale McCann, while attending a dance hall competition. The two fell in love and continued entering dance competitions bringing home numerous awards throughout the years. She also enjoyed bowling with Dale. They were part of a bowling league and met many friends throughout the years. Susan’s pride and joy were her children and grandchildren. She attended every activity her grandchildren participated in. From ballgames to cheer, and theatre to rodeo, no matter what it was she was their greatest supporter. In her spare time, she enjoyed going to the casino. She attended Pine Ridge Missionary Baptist Church.
She is survived by:
Children:
Trina McCann Hughes and husband Wayne
Steven Douglas McCann and wife Jennifer
Marcus David McCann
Grandchildren:
Darby Dale Hughes
Mazzy Malice McCann
Cralon Wayne Hughes
Ebbie Kate McCann
Duncan Bain McCann
Keaton McCann Hughes
Adderson Kazimir “Kaz” McCann
Brothers:
Larry Savitsky and wife Pat
Dennis Savitsky
Ronald Savitsky and wife Ruby
Also, a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Susan is preceded in death by her husband, James Dale McCann; parents, William Savitsky and Mae Woodard; and son, Roger Dale McCann.
Pallbearers will be Steve Permenter, Brandon Neal, Rodney Prnka, Adrian Harris, Cralon Hughes, Duncan McCann, and Kaz McCann.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, 420 San Augustine St., Center, Texas, is in charge of arrangements.
03/08/2021
Renná Hubbard, 61 of Center, passed away Friday, February 12, 2021 in Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital, Nacogdoches, Tx. She was born March 10, 1959 in Shelbyville, Tx.
Graveside services will be March 12, 2021 at Carroll Cemetery in Shelbyville, Tx at 1pm.
She is survived by:
Son, Quinton Hubbard of Lufkin, Tx
Sister, Renell Reed (Arthur) of Center, Tx
Brother, Rex White of Portland, Oregon
Uncle, Jimmy Brock of Center, Tx
A host of relatives and friends.
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
01/14/2021
Lennon Danel Edwards, 63 of Center, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021 at his residence in Center. He was born November 5, 1957 to the late Macel Lee Brock and Calvin Edwards in Shelbyville.
Graveside services will be held at 1pm on March 12, 2021 at Carroll Cemetery in Shelbyville.
He is survived by:
Sisters:
Renna Hubbard of Center
Renell Reed (Arthur) of Center
Brother, Rex White of Portland, OR
Uncle, Jimmy Brock of Center
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
01/14/2021
Faye Edwards, 57 of Center, passed away Thursday, January 14, 2021 at UT Health in Carthage, Texas.She was born August 12, 1963 to the late Macel Lee Brock and Calvin Edwards.
Graveside services will be held Friday, March 12, 2021 at 1pm at Carroll Cemetery, Shelbyville.
She is survived by:
Daughter, Jessica Faye Edwards of Center
Sisters:
Renna Hubbard of Center
Renell Reed (Arthur) of Center
Brother, Rex White of Portland, OR
Uncle, Jimmy Brock of Center
Services are entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
03/07/2021
Loretta McGuirt, 89, of Logansport, Louisiana, passed away Saturday, March 6, 2021, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, March 8, 2021, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Bro. Joe Walker will officiate. Interment will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery in Joaquin.
Born November 26, 1931, in Center, Loretta is the daughter of the late Howard Joe Taylor and Eva S Stanley Taylor. Her hobbies included reading, gardening, and flowers. Loretta was a member of Logansport Missionary Baptist Church in Logansport, Louisiana.
She is survived by:
Children:
Karen Fancher and husband Rodger of Huxley
Beverly Gibbs and husband James of Logansport, Louisiana
Guelda Samford of Center
Jimmy Strong of Center
Sheila Walker and husband Joe of Joaquin
Mike Strong of Center
Annette Bounds and husband Alan of Logansport, Louisiana
Mary May of Joaquin
Tommie Deaton and husband Paul of Nacogdoches
LaJuan Hallo and husband Mike of Nacogdoches
Grandchildren:
Scott Still
Todd Tillman
Gregg Tillman
Dale Fancher
Angie Jones
Bryan Gibbs
Lisa Sanford
Chelle Mooney
Tony Walker
Michael Strong
April Knight
Hunter Bounds
Josh Hankins
Micah Hankins
20 great-grandchildren
3 great-great-grandchildren
Sister-in-law, Dixie Barnes
Longtime friends, Wayne Mancil and Lillian Windham.
Preceded in death by her parents, Howard Joe Taylor and Eva S Stanley Taylor; brother, Joe Taylor; and granddaughter, Sherri Daniels.
Pallbearers will be Hunter Bounds, Bryan Gibbs, Tony Walker, Josh Hankins, Micah Hankins, Dale Fancher, and Michael Strong. Honorary pallbearers will be Jace Bagwell, Bo Mooney, Luke Mooney, Zachary Sanford, Al Yelverton, Gage Deason, and Jake Deason.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/05/2021
Kathryn Adele Hall, 70, of Huxley, passed away Monday, February 22, 2021, in Nacogdoches.
Services will be private.
Born June 28, 1950, in Lincoln, Illinois, Kathryn is the daughter of the late Frank Loveridge and Jane O’Connell Loveridge. She worked as an RN and was of the Lutheran faith.
She is survived by:
Husband, Robert Hall of Shelbyville
Sons:
Robert Hall Jr. and wife Karen of Center
Joseph Hall and wife Nathan Erwin of Dallas
Philip Hall of Denver, CO
Grandchildren:
James and Samantha Baum of IN
Brandon Baum of TX
Ashley and Jennifer Baum of WA
Karissa Hall of IL
Jarad Hall of IL
Kim and Jack Brittain of TX
Katrina and Matt Monk of TX
Noah Turner of CO
Olivia Turner of CO
16 great-grandchildren
Sister, Ellen Jollff and husband Bob of CO.
Preceded in death by her parents, Frank Loveridge and Jane O’Connell Loveridge; brother, Frank Loveridge; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert and Ruth Hall.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/04/2021
Charles Russell “Rusty” Perry Jr., 64, of Center, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021, in Nacogdoches.
Memorial service will be held at a later date.
Born August 14, 1956, in Birmingham, Alabama, Rusty is the son of the late Charles Russell Perry Sr. and Mildred Sue Horseley Perry.
He is survived by:
Sons:
John Perry
Steven Perry
Brother, Jim and wife Nancy Perry
Granddaughter, Bridgette Perry
Many nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by his father, Charles Perry; mother, Mildred Perry; and brother, Pastor Bill Perry.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/04/2021
Jimmie Faye Thompson Haight, 87, of Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, March 3, 2021, in Center.
Private services will be held.
Born May 13, 1933, in Shelby County, Jimmie is the daughter of the late Alvin George Thompson and Bertha May Coyle Thompson. She attended Bethlehem Baptist Church in Joaquin.
She is survived by:
Her sisters:
Clydia Lawson
Dianne and Jerry Smith
Numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/04/2021
Donald John Hofmann, 69, of Magnolia, passed away Wednesday, March 3, 2021, in Houston.
Graveside service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, March 6, 2021, at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley with visitation at 11:30 a.m., at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Donald J. Hofmann III will officiate.
Born February 22, 1952, in Fulton, New York, Donald is the son of the late Donald John Hofmann and Charlotte Spicer Connelly. He was an avid hunter and also loved to quilt.
He is survived by:
His wife, Belva McDonald Hofmann
Children:
Stephanie Hofmann
Donald J. Hofmann III
Amanda Garrett
Chris Conway
Cassie Conway
Michael Conway
Grandchildren:
Brittany Campbell
Hannah Al-Natoor
Brandon Annecharico
Zach Al-Natoor
Tanner Thomas
Moses Hofmann
Jones Hofmann
Henry Hofmann
Great-grandchildren:
Elena Campbell
Brother: Jeff Hofmann
Longtime friend, Ken Hajduk
Preceded in death by his father, Donald John Hofmann; mother, Charlotte Spicer Connelly; and stepfather, Willard “Bill” Connelly.
Honorary pallbearers will be Chris Conway and Michael Conway.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/04/2021
Marlon Clay Odom, 66, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, March 1, 2021, in Dallas.
His wishes were to be cremated and no service are planned.
Born November 26, 1954, Marlon is the son of the late Stevenson Gilmer Odom and Charlsie Stewart. He loved fishing and hunting and at one time had prize coon dogs.
He is survived by:
Son, Jeffrey Michael Smith of Shelbyville, Texas
Grandchildren, Spencer and Kristian Smith
Sisters:
Sara Anita Adams of Bossier City, Louisiana
Alisa Inette Mayson of Anna, Texas
Jamie Fay Clark of Shreveport, Louisiana
A host of nieces and nephews:
Angela Watson
William Watson Jr.
Shawn Mayson
Steven Mayson
Alana Fernandez
Gary Odom
Miranda Wells
Jordan Elledge
Austin Elledge
And other relatives.
Preceded in death by his parents, Stevenson Gilmer Odom and Charlsie Stewart; and brothers, Steve Dalon Odom and Mark Warren.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/03/2021
Rhonda Renee Rogers, 59, of Timpson, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2021 in Timpson, Texas. She was born on June 9, 1961 in Palacios, Texas, to the late Earl Rogers and Hazel (Kingsley) Phillips. Upon Rhonda’s request a memorial service will be planned at a later date.
Rhonda grew up in Palacios, Texas. She enjoyed being a ranch hand working with cattle. She moved to Timpson to work cattle on a ranch locally. Rhonda never had any children of her own but has assisted in raising many. Many knew her as the “cool” aunt. She loved spending time with family and friends. Those that knew Rhonda knew she brought light in the atmosphere. Her smiling face, upbeat personality, and caring heart is just a few attributes. She never met a stranger, always wanting to brighten someone’s day. Rhonda loved her nieces and nephews and enjoyed spending time with them as well. She always welcomed friends and family and the opportunity to spend time outdoors and BBQ.
She is survived by:
Her sister, Rechelle Owens and husband Mike
Nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews; and a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Rhonda is preceded in death by her parents, Earl Rogers, Hazel Phillips; brothers, Ricky Rogers, and Robert Rogers.
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.
03/03/2021
George Allen Parrott, 94, of Cypress, formerly of the Folsom Chapel Community, passed away Saturday, February 27, 2021, in Cypress.
Graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, March 6, 2021, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Rev. Darwin Parrott officiating. Visitation will be held prior, beginning at Noon.
Born August 27, 1926, in Wells, George is the son of the late Leonard Darwin (LD) Parrott and Nora Diamond Nail Parrott of Center. Immediately upon graduation from Center High School Class of 1944, George voluntarily enlisted for service to his country, serving in the United States Navy during WWII in the Philippines, Iwo Jima and Okinawa stationed aboard USS LSM327. Honorably discharged at the rank of Yeoman 3rd Class he was awarded the American Defense and Pacific Theater ribbons. George went on to make a 40-year career at Shell Chemical in Deer Park while raising a family in Pasadena. Following retirement he moved to the Folsom Chapel Community, where he and his beloved wife Christene lived for 25 years. His last 10 years were spent with his son and family in Cypress.
Preceded in death by parents, Leonard Darwin Parrott and Nora Diamond Parrott; brother, James Leonard Parrott; and wife, Christene Parker Parrott.
He is survived by:
Brother, Darwin Henry (DH) Parrott and family
Sister-in-law, Betty Parrott and family
Son, Allen Parrott, wife Michele of Cypress
Grandchildren, Travis and Lauren Parrott.
Daughter, Pamela Montferrand, husband Marcel of Sugarland
Grandchild, Mark Harden, wife Kayla
Great-grandchildren, Matthew Harden and Alice Harden.
Pallbearers will be Barry Brunson, Gregg Parker, Mark Ivey, Scott Ivey, Travis Parrott and Allen Parrott. Honorary pallbearers will be and Marcel Montferrand and Mark Harden.
Memorial donations can be made to DePelchin Children’s Center at https://www.depelchin.org
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
03/02/2021
Cynthia Ann (Ramsey) Hutchins, 74, of Timpson, Texas, passed away peacefully into the hands of her Lord on Friday, February 26, 2021 in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Cynthia was born in Nacogdoches, Texas on October 16, 1946 to the late Arron Ramsey and Eugenia (Malcolm) Ramsey. She moved to Conroe, Texas when she was 13 where she attended Conroe High School and met and married her high school sweetheart, Robert Hutchins. The two remained faithfully by each other’s side for over 55 years before her passing. Cynthia enjoyed cooking, gardening, and most of all spending time with her family.
Left behind to cherish her memory:
Loving husband, Robert
Son, Ty Hutchins and wife Kim
Granddaughter, Karley of Conroe, Texas
Son, Clay Hutchins of Timpson, Texas
Grandsons, Hunter and Austin Hutchins
Great-granddaughter, June Emery Hutchins
A host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Cynthia is preceded in death by her parents, Arron and Eugenia Ramsey; grandparents; and a brother.
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.
03/01/2021
James Allen Hammer, of Garrison, Texas passed away Sunday, February 28, 2021, surrounded by loved ones in Garrison, Texas. He was born on January 23, 1941, in Houston , Texas to the late Calvin Hammer and Nellie Mozelle (Thornton) Hammer. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at Holly Springs Baptist Church, Garrison, Texas with Bro. Clint Williams and Bro. Bobby Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Blair Cemetery, Fm 2667, Timpson, Texas.
Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 10 AM at Holly Springs Baptist Church, Garrison.
James was born in Houston, Texas. He graduated Smiley High School, Houston, Texas. He went to police cadet school following graduation. James joined the Houston Police Department and spent over 20 years with them before retiring. He met the love of his life, Helen Hancock, thorough Helen’s cousin, Darrell Lunsford, and the two were married on April 11, 1964. The two have spent over 57 wonderful years together before his passing.
As James protected the citizens in Houston he had multiple opportunities to work security at the Astrodome and escort prominent people such as, Elvis Presley, and numerous important officials from other countries as well as the United States. James was a hard working individual. Those that knew James knew he could serve as an electrician, plumber, and fix just about anything. He enjoyed working on his tractor and spending time outdoors.
James immensely loved watching his children and grandchildren play sports, cheering them on every opportunity he could. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He loved the Lord and served him through throughout his life. James was a member of Holly Springs Baptist Church, Garrison, Texas.
He is survived by:
His loving wife, Helen (Hancock) Hammer
Daughter, Michelle (Hammer) Rodriguez
Sons:
Michael Hammer and wife Sheryl
Mark Hammer and wife Tracy
Grandchildren:
Micah West and husband Shane
Kade Hammer and wife Kim
Ashley O’Connell
Makenzi Hammer
Noah Hammer
Cameron Rodriguez and wife Kaily
Carson Rodriguez
Chace Rodriguez
Great-grandchildren:
Mason Hammer
Emmalyn West
Gemma O’Connell
A host of family and friends that will miss him dearly
James is preceded in death by his parents, Calvin and Nellie Hammer; brothers, Douglas Hammer and LaRoy Hammer.
Pallbearers serving will be Cade Hammer, Noah Hammer, Cameron Rodriguez, Carson Rodriguez, Chace Rodriguez, and Byron Hancock.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.garrisonfh.net
Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, is in charge of arrangements.
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