Michael "Mike" Wade Hughes, age 68, of Livinston, Tx passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025. He was born March 24, 1957 to Franklin Wade Hughes and Betty Jean Crump Hughes. 

 

Mike grew up and went to school in Joaquin, Tx. He later moved to Livingston, Tx. He worked as an auto mechanic throughout his life and made many friends. 

 

Mike is survived by:

Son: Michael Lloma Hughes of Livingston, Tx

Daughter: Mysti Nicole Hughes of Rye, Tx

Grandchildren: McKenzie Jean Hughes, Aiden Wade Hughes and step grandchildren Ean Wayne and Lillian Rose Whitemire along with their mother Christina Ann Cangemi, all of Livingston, Tx. 

Sisters: Vicky and husband, Larry Askew of Center, Tx

Brenda Ford and husband, Tommy of Spurger, Tx

Patricia Hughes of Cleveland, Tx

Martha Weaver of Center, Tx

Kathy Abbott and husband, Bill of Azle, Tx

Robby Fry and husband, Randy of Joaquin, Tx

Sister-in-Law: Teresa Hughes of Joaquin, Tx

Brother-in-Laws: Bobbie Eddins of Center, Tx 

John 'Red' Wheless of Joaquin, Tx

And Special Friend who was like a brother: Doug Shook of Joaquin, Tx

 

Michael is preceded in death by: Mother, Betty and step father, Charles Rippy, Father, Franklin Wade Hughes. Brother: Steve Hughes, and Sisters: Janie Wheless, Pam Cunningham, and Sandra Eddins.

 

A memorial service will be held at a later date. 

NAME : Melanie Jean Trammel

AGE: 62

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Wednesday, April 23, 2025, San Augustine, Texas DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : June 1, 1962, Norfolk, VA

DATE / TIME OF PLACE SERVICE: N/A OF SERVICE: N/A DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: N/A PLACE OF VISITATION : N/A OFFICATING: N/A BURIAL: FATHER: Dean Willis Eighme MOTHER : Mary Lou ( Milks ) OCCUPATION: Nurse SURVIVED BY: Husband: Gary W. Trammel of San Augustine Sons: Mark Waid Trammel of San Augustine John William Trammel of Danbury Matthew Trammell of San Augustine Luke James Trammel of San Augustine Daughter: Rachel Elizabeth Gardner of San Augustine Brother: Rick Eighme of Angleton **Preceded in death by sister Sharon Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com

Arrangements under the direction of WYMAN ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME 316 W.COLUMBIA SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS PHONE #936-275-2311 FAX # 936-275-0034

Due To Weather Conditions. Services Have Changed From Graveside to

Funeral at Mt. Zion CME

Hicks Mortuary is announcing funeral service for Mrs. Helen Joyce Goodwin of Center, Texas. Helen
was born in Center, Texas to the late Ralph Mann and Christine Norris Mann on March 4, 1939. Helen
Goodwin departed her life in Center, Texas on April 17, 2025. Funeral services for will be Friday, April
25, 2025, at Mt. Zion CME Church located at 921 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas 75395. at
11:30 AM. Rev. Richard Earl Edwards Sr. will be the Eulogist.
She was a person devoted to her family and to all that knew her. Helen was a member of Mt Zion CME
Church where she served faith. Helen retired at EL Bruce Hardwood. She worked there for many years.
Helen Joyce Goodwin is survived by:
Son: Lester Mann of Center, Texas
3 Grandchildren: Evette (Michael) Netherly of Center, Tx; Torrance (Shaneria) Patton of Houston, Tx; and
Latiqua Mann of Lufkin, Texas
Great-grandchildren: Great Grandchildren Ryan and Myles Netherly, Ava and Mia Williams, Addie, Zyla
and Jazmine Patton
Great-Great Grandchildren; Micah, Kash and Navy Netherly
Special “adopted” great granddaughter Jocelyn Berry of Houston, Texas
1 Brother: Charles Mann of San Diego, CA,
and an abondance of nieces and nephews that really loved her.
Visitation: Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Hicks Chapel from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Committal: Westview Cemetery Center, Texas

Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935
Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net

Mr. Bobby Wayne Runnels, age 64, a longtime San Augustine County resident, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Nacogdoches Medical Center.

Mr. Runnels was born September 16, 1960, in Hemphill to parents Herman and Eunice (Kendrick) Runnels. He was a retired parts manager and longtime area resident.

His survivors include his wife, Greta Runnels of Nacogdoches; a son, Derek Runnels of Tyler; daughter, Cheyenne Runnels and Jessica of Nacogdoches; grandson, Wyatt Runnels of Tyler; and a brother, Calvin Runnels and Evelyn of San Augustine County.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Eunice Runnels; grandson, Parker Wayne Runnels; his sister, Lassie Dean Hyden; and a brother, Bo Runnels.

Private arrangements are being handled by Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine. Visit www.wymanrobertsfh.com for memories and condolences.

Judy Lynn Tolar, a longtime resident of Sabine County, Texas, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Mill Creek Nursing Home in Silsbee, Texas, at the age of 68 years, 10 months.

Judy was born June 13, 1956, in Beaumont, Texas, to parents George and Bettie Tolar.

She is survived by her son, Jason McCray; brothers, Ronnie Harris and Judson Tolar; nieces, Keri Green, Danielle Wilkerson, Michelle Ferguson, and Rachel Ferguson; and nephews, Steve Thomas, Brett Thomas, and Chevy Faught.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Yellowpine Baptist Church, located at the Hwy. 87/FM 2343 intersection in the Yellowpine Community of Sabine County. (125 Scrappin Valley Road, Hemphill, TX 75948)

Visit www.WymanRobertsFH.com for memories and condolences.

Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Judy Lynn Tolar, please visit our floral store.

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Services

Celebration of Life

Saturday
May 3, 2025
11:00 AM
Yellowpine Baptist Church
125 Scrappin Valley Rd | Hwy 87 at FM 2343 | Yellowpine Community
Sabine County, TX 75948

Troy Lee Risinger, 71, of Shelbyville, Texas, passed away on April 18, 2025, in Nacogdoches, Texas.  He was born on August 6, 1953, in Center, Texas, to James David Risinger and Ruby (Denby) Risinger.  

Funeral service will be held at 10AM on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Mangum Funeral Home with Bro. Lamar Denby officiating. Interment will follow at West Hamilton Cemetery. 

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 5-7PM at Mangum Funeral Home.  

Troy was born and raised in Shelby County. He graduated from Shelbyville High School and joined the United States Marines. Troy Proudly served in the Marines for 9 years. He loved his children. He enjoyed the outdoors while riding his 4-wheeler being chased by his dog, Joe, checking cattle, and fishing. 

He is survived by his daughter,
Kimberly Kay Risinger

Brothers,
James Risinger
Donald Risinger
Bobby Risinger

Sisters,
Debbie Willey
Betty Jones and husband Jack
Ronda Moore and husband John

Grandchildren, 
Cody Lane Cooper
Kelley Ann Amburn
Katie Lynn Amburn
Andrew Lee Risinger
Natalea Joy Smith
Kyle Smith
Alesha Joy Broadway
Cameron Lee Pate

Great-grandchildren, 
Cameron Lee Fields
Kohan Fields
Graceland Smith

Numerous nieces and nephews.

Troy is preceded in death by his daughters, Rebecca Lee Eddins, Tabatha Joy Risinger; and father, James David Risinger.

Pallbearers serving will be Billy Risinger, Brent Risinger, Andrew Risinger, Jeremy Moore, Matthew Watson, and Jonathan Thompson. 

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Services

Visitation

Tuesday
April 22, 2025
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Mangum Funeral Home
420 San Augustine St
Center, Texas 75935

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Funeral Service

Wednesday
April 23, 2025
11:00 AM
Mangum Funeral Home
420 San Augustine St
Center, Texas 75935

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Interment

West Hamilton Cemetery
CR 1036
Shelbyville, TX 75973

Brenda Kaye Nixon Standley, born November 13, 1952, in Center, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 20,
2025, after spending 14 days in ICU. She was the daughter of Melvin Eugene Nixon and Mary Joy Ryans Nixon.
Brenda lived a life devoted to her family and loved watching her grand babies grow up. She was the most
generous, caring, kindest person you would have ever met; she would give, give, and give and would rather do
without to give more. If ever a person deserves to have a golden ticket to heaven, she would definitely have one.
Brenda’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Brenda grew up in the Devils Pocket area and attended Deweyville High School. Married her high school
sweetheart for 53 years; whom she had met at the phone booth at (use to be) Nick’s Cafe there in Deweyville.
They had one son, Jeff, who gave her 4 sweet grand babies and a special nephew that she took custody of when
he was 15 whom she considered as her second son whom provided her with two more sweet grand babies.
Brenda was a hard working individual. She worked at the frosty in Deweyville earning $.75 an hour to be able to
buy furnishings for her nursery of soon to be son. Her first home was a new two bedroom mobile home 53 foot
long where she lived with her husband in Starks, Louisiana. They moved the mobile home to a lot they bought in
Orangefield where they lived for a few years and later sold it and bought a two bedroom brick home in Bridge
City. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bridge City where she talked pre-kindergarten and Sunday
school. She went to Lamar University in Beaumont. She later moved with her family to Parachute, Colorado,
where she live for 10 years. There she worked at a convenience store and later a bank in Glenwood Springs and
then the property manager over battlement Mesa modular homes and apartments. She then moved with her
family back to Louisiana in Sulphur. There she worked for Westlake Polymer group. She later moved with her
husband to Saudi Arabia, where she worked at an expat school. After about 10 years, she moved with her
husband, back to Sulphur Louisiana; there she went to work for Sweet Lake Land and Oil company. She moved
again with her husband to Pasadena, Texas and went to work for Chevron downtown Houston. She retired from
Chevron 2016 and her husband retired a few months later where they lived a comfortable and relaxing retirement
in Deer Park Texas.
Brenda vacationed abroad in Hawaii, Dubai, Amsterdam, but mostly in the United States. She enjoyed multiple
cruises to the Caribbean. She enjoyed renting homes in Galveston and Crystal beaches and having the kids and
grandkids come. In her younger years she enjoyed going camping (in a tent) in local areas such as lake Rayburn,
Dam-B, and numerous beaches. She owned a dirt bike; her and her husband and son would take adventures into
the unknown. She took a couple of vacation trips traveling through Colorado. Her favorite memories probably
came from the lake house they had purchased at Bailey Bluff on Toledo Bend where the kids and grandkids
would come and visit.
Brenda was preceded in death by her brother, Johnny Nixon, twin sister, Linda Nixon, and parents, Melvin and
Mary Joy Nixon.
Brenda is survived by her husband Herbert Standley and her sweet Bella (Yorkie), son Jeffrey Standley and his
wife Denise and grandchildren Seth, Isaac, Noah, Cecilia; son Jeremy Ashcraft and his wife, Ginger, and two
grandchildren, Evia & Eloise; sisters, Mary Jane and husband Morris Sanders, and Sandria Whitten, and five
nephews and their families.

A graveside service honoring Brenda will be held at Jackson Cemetery near Joaquin, Texas, Tuesday at 1 PM April
22, 2025.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Kay Watson, 80, of Center, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, April 21, 2025, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with
visitation beginning at Noon. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate, assisted by Bro. Danny Dodson. Interment will
follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born September 24, 1944, in Center, Kay is the daughter of Robert Shadrick Pate and Faye Elizabeth Schillings
Pate. She graduated from Timpson ISD. Kay loved her family.
She is survived by her husband, Bobby Watson of Center; daughter, Angela McDonald and husband Gary of
Center; grandchildren, Greg and Stefanie McDonald of Shelbyville, Grant and Heather McDonald of Shelbyville,
Stephen and Lynsie Watson of Shelbyville, Stephanie Watson and Paul Hagler of Shelbyville, and Sean Watson of
Center; great grandchildren, Sydney McDonald, Gavin McDonald, Gace McDonald, Shade McDonald, Levi
McDonald, Walker McDonald, Reece Watson, Mason Watson, Carson Copelin, Camille Copelin, Noah Watson,
Emerson Watson, Audrey Watson, and Zane Watson; sister, Alice Pate of Shelbyville; brother, Barry Pate and wife
Linda of Center; and daughter-in-law, Selena Watson of Center.
Preceded in death by her son, Scott Watson; parents, Shade and Faye Pate; and a host of aunts and uncles.
Pallbearers will be Greg McDonald, Grant McDonald, Stephen Watson, Stephanie Watson, Sean Watson, and
Carson Copelin. Honorary pallbearers will be great grandchildren.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

W.A. Moore, 91, of Joaquin, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, in Nacogdoches.
Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center
with visitation beginning at 2:00 p.m. Bro. Steven Hill will officiate. Interment will follow at Joaquin Cemetery in
Joaquin.
Born April 25, 1933, in Logansport, Louisiana, W.A. is the son of William Ivory Moore and Wilma Douglas Moore.
He was a member of Pipeliners Union for 50 years, the Masonic Lodge, and First Baptist Church in Center.
He is survived by his sons, Michael Moore and wife Diane of Carthage, Lenney Moore and wife Cindy of Franklin,
Tommy Moore and wife Lisa of Henderson, and Steven Moore and wife Betty of Carthage; grandchildren, Emily
Dunn, Daniel Moore, Heather Moore, Kaycee Sims, Chelsea McIntosh, Tucker Moore, Janson Moore, Madison
Burns, Coleman Bartlett, Rowdy Moore, and Sage Moore; 9 great grandchildren; sister, Linda Hunt of Arkansas; a
host of nieces and nephews; mother of his children, Shirley Estes of Carthage.
Preceded in death by his wives, Nancy Moore and Mary Ann Moore; parents, William Ivory Moore and Wilma
Douglas Moore; brothers, Verlin Moore and Marlis Moore; sisters, Dorothy Bonner and Sherry Moore; and special
friend, Coy Reed.
Pallbearers will be Daniel Moore, Janson Moore, Rowdy Moore, Zay Dunn, Evan Dunn, Tucker Moore, and
Coleman Bartlett. Honorary pallbearer will be Randy Bonner.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Barbara Ann Whitaker Holloway of Etoile, Texas, was called to her heavenly home on April 16, 2025, in Lufkin, Texas. She was born September 1, 1945, at Fort Crockett on Galveston Island, Texas, to Oscar William Whitaker and Clara Etta Pyle. She was raised in Apple Springs, Texas, by her great-grandparents, Malrey and Nora Pyle, where she attended the Baptist church and graduated high school.

Visitation will be held Monday, April 21, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, 316 W. Columbia in San Augustine, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home Chapel, followed by graveside services at Blue Springs Cemetery in Etoile, Texas.

She was a strict but fair mother and spoiling grandmother with a beautiful smile and a tender loving heart. She was an excellent cook and never knew how to cook for just two people. Her chicken and dumplings, old school venison and gravy, chocolate cake, and coconut cake were legendary. She loved her Dr Pepper and Coke. She had a work ethic second to none and in her later years, a passion for reading.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Elma D. "Bill" Holloway of Etoile, Texas; daughters, Rusti Allen (Micky Sr.) of Black Jack, Texas, Penny Whisenant (Bobby) of Etoile, Texas, Sherri Harrison of Nacogdoches, Texas, Lora Turner (Tom) of Etoile, Texas, Deanna Sheffield (Melvin) of Oakwood, Texas, and Robbie Jo Pinkston (Michael Sr.) of Black Jack, Texas; son, Billy Holloway of Nacogdoches, Texas; sisters, Linda Whisenant of Etoile, Texas, Sue Pillows of Lufkin, Texas, Brenda Whitton of Etoile, Texas, Gwenda Britt (Roy) of Etoile, Texas, Jean Chambers of Chireno, Texas, Julia Henson (Kent) of Lufkin, Texas, and Rhonda Griffin of Woden, Texas; brother, Elvin Cook of Nacogdoches, Texas; sister-in-law, Sherron Cook of Lufkin, Texas; and her aunt, Stella Anzo Richardson (Kent) of Lufkin, Texas. She is survived by 16 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents; brother, Robert Cook; son-in-law, Tim Dudley; brothers-in-law, Gerald Whisenant, Herman Pillows, Billy Whitton, Scotlin Chambers, Wayne Griffin; grandson, Tommy Allen; and great-granddaughter, Alauna Martin.

Special thanks goes to the nurses and caregivers of Hospice in the Pines and Parkwood in the Pines Nursing Home for their love and care for our mother. We could not have asked for better.

Visit www.wymanrobertsfh.com for memories and condolences.

 

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Services

Visitation

Monday
April 21, 2025
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Wyman Roberts Funeral Home
316 West Columbia
San Augustine, TX 75972

 

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Funeral Service

Tuesday
April 22, 2025
10:00 AM
Wyman Roberts Funeral Home
316 West Columbia
San Augustine, TX 75972

 

 

Committal Service & Interment

Tuesday
April 22, 2025
Blue Springs Cemetery
19270 FM 226
Etoile, TX 75944

Services for Tammy "Faye" Christine McDonald (Holloway), 55, of Timpson, will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, April 21, 2025, at Timpson First Assembly of God Church, with Bro. Justin Timmons officiating. Graveside services will follow at Woodlawn cemetery. Visitation will be held the prior evening, Sunday, April 20, 2025, from 6:00 PM til 8:00 PM at Taylor Funeral Home.

Tammy was born on June 3, 1969, in Nacogdoches, TX to Robert Leonard and Beverly Mae Norwood Holloway. She passed away April 15, 2025 in Tyler, TX.

The family requests that attendees to the celebration of Tammy's life wear your boots as well as bright and/or colorful attire. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been started in Tammy's name to fund the purchase of a tablet or laptop computer to help further the education of a young student in need at Timpson ISD and Nacogdoches ISD. Donations can be made at any Austin Bank location, questions about the account referred to the Timpson branch, as well as the GoFundMe link below.

A full obituary will be posted when available.

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Services

Visitation

Sunday
April 20, 2025
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Taylor Funeral Home
511 Ross Graves Dr.
Timpson, TX 75975

 

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Funeral Service

Monday
April 21, 2025
2:00 PM
First Assembly of God
652 Houston Street
Timpson, TX 75975

 

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Graveside Service

Monday
April 21, 2025
3:00 PM
Woodlawn Cemetery - Timpson
Garrison St
Timpson, TX 75975

 

Donations

Tammy McDonald Memorial Fund
Timpson TX 75975
Web: https://gofund.me/15f56fa3

Avis Geraldine Tomlin passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025.
A graveside service only will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 11 th  at New Hope Cemetery, 1957 FM 2974,
Center, Texas 75935. Please consider a donation to the New Hope Cemetery committee in place of flowers.
Family and friends are invited to the Center Community Center for lunch and visitation located at 425 San
Augustine St. in Center.
She is preceded in death by her husband, J.R. Tomlin; daughter, Pamela Jean Tomlin Pickett Burnett; father, Roy
Leon Noble; mother, Fleta L. Noble; sisters, Sybil Noble Adkinson, Vivian Lamerle Noble Rozelle; brothers, Roy
Edward Noble, Roger Hammond Noble, Jerry Leon Noble; and grandson, Bryan Jacob Tomlin.
She is survived by her children - sons, J.L. Tomlin and wife Susan, Jimmy Darrell Tomlin and wife D’Juana, Jeffery
Glenn Tomlin and wife Elizabeth; daughters, Vicky Lynn Tomlin Lawrence and husband Roy, Lisa Janelle Tomlin
Adams and husband Bob.
She had 16 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild.

Don’t cry for me now I have died, 
for I’m still here I’m by your side,
My body’s gone but my soul is here,
please don’t shed another tear, 
I am still here I’m all around, 
only my body lies in the ground. 
I am the snowflake that kisses your nose, 
I am the frost, that nips your toes. 
I am the sun, bringing you light,
I am the star, shining so bright. 
I am the rain, refreshing the earth, 
I am the laughter, I am the mirth. 
I am the bird, up in the sky, 
I am the cloud, that’s drifting by. 
I am the thoughts, inside your head, 
While I’m still there, I can’t be dead.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Jay Dee Cockrell, 64, of Joaquin, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, April 8, 2025.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, April 11, 2025, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in
Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro.
Jody Hooper officiating. Interment will follow at Sholar Cemetery in Joaquin.
Jay Dee was born on July 10, 1960, in Logansport, Louisiana, to James Horace Cockrell and Jo Dell Edburg
Cockrell. He was an Eagle Scout and a 1978 graduate of Joaquin High School. He spent his life working hard,
taking care of his family, and showing up for his community.
He started out in the oilfield before settling into poultry farming, raising broilers for 40 years. He also raised cattle
and took pride in everything he did.
Over the years, Jay Dee served on the Huxley City Council, coached little league teams, and held positions on the
Joaquin ISD School Board, the Shelby County Tax Appraisal Board, and the Joaquin Fire District Board. He was
proud to serve as President of the Sholar Cemetery Association and was a steady supporter of the Shelby County
Livestock Show. He was awarded the Honorary Lone Star Degree from the Texas FFA Association. Jay Dee was a
member of the Shelby County Cookers and a lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Go
Texan Committee.
In 1981, he married his best friend and the love of his life, Selisha Kay Cockrell. They shared 43 years together,
built on love, loyalty, and a whole lot of grit. She was his rock — the one who stood by his side through every
season of life. Jay Dee was never prouder than when it came to his kids. Supporting them and watching them
grow into who they are today brought him more joy than anything. He loved being with family and friends —
always ready to lend a hand, tell a story, or share a laugh.
Jay Dee always had a way of figuring things out — a true problem solver. He could fix or figure out just about
anything and always had something to say. He was a straight shooter, and yes, a certified bullshitter — always
with a good heart.
Jay Dee will be remembered for his grit, generosity, and the deep love he had for his family, his work, and his
community. His legacy will live on in the lives he touched and the example he set.
He is survived by:
His wife:
Selisha Kay Cockrell of Joaquin, TX
Children:
Kade Cockrell of Joaquin, TX
Jodi Cockrell of Joaquin, TX
Uncle and Aunt:
Jerry and Margaret Cockrell of Joaquin, TX
Mother-in-law:
Betty Burgay of Timpson, TX
Brother:

John Cockrell and wife, Karen, of Prosper, TX
Brothers-in-law:
Chuck Kay of Shelbyville, TX
Stephen Burgay of Timpson, TX
Numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends whom he loved deeply.
He was preceded in death by:
His parents: James Horace Cockrell and Jo Dell Edburg Cockrell
Fathers-in-law: Tom Kay and Stanley Burgay
Brothers: James Allen Cockrell and Joe Cockrell
Sister-in-law: Cynthia Cockrell
Pallbearers will be Derek Cockrell, Ricky Cockrell, Brad Cockrell, Brandon Cockrell, Jace Gurley, Robby Woodfin,
Skipper Hendricks, and Kenny Weeks.
Honorary pallbearers will be John Paul Lawson, Rodney Dean, Rich Cockrell, John Cockrell, Scooter Gray, and
Jesus Gomez.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Sholar Cemetery, 8334 US Hwy 84 E, Joaquin, TX 75954.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Betty V. Massey, 76, of Tenaha, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Center.
Her wishes were to be cremated.
Born March 28, 1949, Betty is the daughter of Floyd Parker and Virginia Rich Parker. She spent her time
gardening and taking care of her flowers. Betty loved gambling and used her wins to support her jewelry
shopping addiction.
She is survived by her daughter, Naomi Stiles and husband John Jr. of Tenaha; son, James V. Massey III and
wife Kathy of Center; grandchildren, Melanie Farmer and husband Jason, Stephanie Stiles, Stacie Greear and
husband Hayden, Jessica Massey, and Zackary Massey; great grandchildren, John Paul Farmer, Daisy Farmer,
Gunner Greear, Emily Greear, and James Rhett Jaudon; sisters, Elaine Stanley, Sue Parker, Cathy Butler, and
Connie Harroff; and brother, Richard Parker.
Preceded in death by her husband, James V. Massey Jr.; granddaughter, Emily Stiles; parents, Floyd Parker and
Virginia Rich Parker; siblings, Curtis Parker, Margie Anderson, Judy Bailey, and Edward Parker.
Memorial donations may be made to Noble Children’s Services Christmas Fund, 1306 Louisiana St., Center, TX
75935.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Jackie Charles Boyett, 68, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025, in Tyler.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center
with visitation beginning at Noon. Bro. Joe Walker will officiate. Interment will follow at Brookland Cemetery in
Joaquin.
Born July 13, 1956, in Center, Jackie is the son of Johnnie Boyett and Bernice Evans Boyett. He enjoyed hunting
and taking care of his dogs and horses. Jackie loved spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his daughters, Sherry Roberts and husband Blake of Bullard and Gabrielle Woodward and
husband Lott of Gloster, Louisiana; grandchildren, Kenzi, Bryce, Hudson, and Kross; sister, Mary Stanley and
husband Gary of Joaquin; and brother, Johnnie Joe Boyett of Gladewater.
Preceded in death by his son, Buddy Boyett; parents, Johnnie Boyett and Bernice Evans Boyett; sister, Donna Sue
Bell; and brother, Wayne Boyett.
Pallbearers will be Blake Roberts, Brad Stanley, Jeff Sharp, Gary Evans, Willie Strawther, and Dub Alford.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Mary Nell Walton Willis, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, at the Joseph House in Lufkin, Texas, surrounded by her devoted family.

Born on January 10, 1945, in Orange, Texas, to John Preston Walton and Eliza Fox Walton, Mary Nell was raised on a family farm in San Augustine County, with her siblings, Donald, Byron, Hubert, and Gail. Mary Nell attended Broaddus schools and she and her family were active members of Attoyac Baptist Church.

Her lifelong love story with John Willis began in childhood and blossomed into a beautiful marriage on July 16, 1962. Together, they raised their children—Prudence, Sean, and Angela—with love and dedication.

A passionate educator, Mary Nell earned bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in education, touching countless students’ lives throughout her teaching career. She found joy in traveling, family time, and cherished memories in Galveston. Her warmth, humor, and selfless love made her a treasured presence in the lives of many.

Mary Nell is survived by her husband, John Willis; children, Prudence, Sean and his wife, Angeline, and Angela and her husband, Billy Phillips; grandchildren, John Wesley, Shane Henry, Taylor Mary, Clayton Charles, Brad Richard, Brooke Lee, and Troy Drayton; and great-grandchildren, Jack Snead, Harper Rose, and Drayton John.

Mary Nell was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Donald Walton.

A funeral mass will be held for Mary Nell at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Saint Augustine Catholic Church in San Augustine, Texas. Pallbearers will be John Willis, Shane Willis, Clay Willis, Troy Willis, Brad Phillips, and Pearson Randel.

Mary Nell is finally going home and her love, kindness, and dedication to family will forever be cherished.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Joseph House in Lufkin Texas.

Visit www.WymanRobertsFH.com for memories and condolences.

Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas.

Funeral Mass

Wednesday
April 9, 2025
1:00 PM
St. Augustine Catholic Church
621 State Hwy. 21 West
San Augustine, Texas 75972

Mr. Leonard Autry Evett, age 82, of San Augustine County, Texas, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Stone Creek Nursing Home in San Augustine.

Mr. Evett was born May 16, 1942, in San Augustine County's Goodwin Community to parents Kirby C. and Era (Holloway) Evett and was a lifelong area resident. He was a member of Attoyac Baptist Church. Leonard was a lifelong mechanic and retired from owning his own shop after 55 years. He loved circle track and drag racing.

His survivors include his son, John Evett of Nogalus Prairie, Texas; a daughter, Sondra Prothro and her husband, Michael, of Apple Springs, Texas; granddaughters, Krystal Innerarity and husband, Garrett, and Mika McMullen and her husband, Brad; grandson, Myles Prothro; and great-grandchildren, Leighton Lofton, Connor Kaufman, and Bradyn Kaufman.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Bernice Evett; parents, Kirby C. and Era Evett; and sisters, Ima Kirby and Wanda Johnson.

Private arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine. Visit www.WymanRobertsFH.com for memories and condolences.

Marvin Lloyd Hedrick, 73, of Broaddus, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, in Lufkin.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with
visitation beginning at Noon. Bro. Ruston Bush will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in
Center.
Born November 21, 1951, in Kilgore, Marvin is the son of Boyd Hedrick and Edith Jones Hedrick. His hobbies
included fishing, boating, and yardwork. Marvin loved spending time traveling with his wife.
He is survived by his children, Loretta Smith of Pasadena, Patricia Figueroa of Goodyear, Arizona, Samantha
Hedrick of Pasadena, Robert Bush of Center, Melody Griffin and husband Robert of Center, and Steven Bush and
wife Renee of Tenaha; a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and
sister, Louise Compton and husband Carroll of Republic, Missouri.
Preceded in death by wife, Louise Hedrick; parents, Boyd Hedrick and Edith Jones Hedrick; sisters, Brenda Smith,
Elaine Bynum, Mary Behrends, Paula McGuire, Lavon Drake; and brother, Sam Hedrick.
Pallbearers will be Bill Shahan, Keith Futch, Robert Harper, Blake Griffin, Colton Bush, and Derek Boone.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

James Allen Price, 38, of Joaquin, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, in Joaquin.
His wishes were to be cremated.
Born March 29, 1987, in Center, James is the son of A.J. Price, Jr. and Polly Ann Phillips Price. His hobbies
included hunting, fishing, and gardening.
He is survived by his parents, A.J. Price, Jr. and Polly Ann Phillips Price of Tenaha; brother, Allen Price of Joaquin;
sister, Christy Barber and husband Earl of Logansport; nieces and nephews, Emberly Price, April Price, Michael
Price, Matthew Price, and Ariel Price; special friends, Bradley Estes of Tenaha, John Estes of Tenaha, and Coreyel
Beard of Logansport.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

The passing of Elizabeth Ann (Liz) Wright Emmons of San Augustine, Texas, leaves a deep void in the hearts of many. She departed this life on March 30, 2025, at the age of 85. 

Born Elizabeth Ann Fry (Annie) to Otherine and Oliver Fry on September 23, 1939, on a farm in San Saba, Texas, she spent her childhood playing alongside her siblings and helping her parents with farm work. A true outdoorswoman from a young age, she developed a passion for hunting and fishing that stayed with her throughout her life.

Over the years, she explored various careers, working as a waitress, hairstylist, driver’s education teacher, and a top real estate sales agent.  However, her greatest joy came from working with special education children, ensuring their safe transport to and from school. She was deeply honored to serve in this role and retired proudly from Klein Transportation in Spring, Texas. 

Her faith was the cornerstone of her life, and she was a devoted lover of God. She had a tender heart for animals, especially dogs and stray cats. In her free time, she enjoyed gardening, birdwatching, sewing, cooking, dancing, and caring for and riding horses.

With a vibrant spirit, she lit up every room she entered and was always the life of the party. A gracious hostess, she took great pride in bringing people together. Her most cherished memories were those spent cooking for and being surrounded by her family. Above all, she was proud to have raised her children with a strong, faith-based foundation.

Regardless of how you knew her — as Liz, Annie, MeMe, or Cookie — her generosity and kindness left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Her memory will forever be cherished by those who loved her.

Elizabeth is survived by her sister Olline Fry Ray; daughter Belinda Bufkin and her husband Stephen, grandchildren Sharon Elizabeth Wells Chase, and her husband Joshua Chase, great-grandson Hayes Waylon Chase, grandson Marti Lynn Wells and his wife Tara Wells, and great-granddaughter Hallie Wells Phillips; son Gerald Lilly and his wife Tammy and grandsons Nicholas Lilly and Clayton Truesdell, great-grandchildren Camden Truesdell and Cate Truesdell; daughter Susie Wright Jimenez and her husband Ildefonso, granddaughter Savannah Elizabeth Mannari and husband Alex Mannari, and great-grandsons Maxwell Wright Mannari and Murphy William Mannari, granddaughter Christanna and her husband Ankit Bhardwaj and great-granddaughters Hadleigh and Penelope, granddaughter Arabella and husband Casey Gross, grandson Santiago Jimenez; daughter Traci Wright Robb and her husband Ron, granddaughter Tiffany Kurowski and great-grandchildren Thomas Joseph Kurowski Jr.; Taylor Jordan Kurowski, and Tatum Joyce Kurowski; and grandson Evan Terway. 

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Jack Leo Wright and Weldon Emmons; her brother, Tommy Fry; her parents, Otherine Nixon and Oliver Fry; and her daughter, Leslie Ann Brawner Terway.

She was deeply loved and will be dearly missed by her immediate family, nieces, nephews, and friends.

A visitation will be held from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, located at 316 W. Columbia St. in San Augustine. 

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, April 7, 2025, at Forest Park Cemetery, located at 18000 Interstate 45 South in The Woodlands, Texas. 

The family would like to express their gratitude and appreciation to the staff at Long Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care in Sunnyvale, Texas. “You were amazing to our mother, “Cookie,” and we will always be grateful for your care.” 

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Ultimate Caring Hospice of Dallas, Texas, for their unwavering compassion and empathy during her final days. Their kindness brought comfort and peace, and their support will always be remembered.

In lieu of flowers we would love for donations to be made in memory of Elizabeth Wright Emmons to the Alzheimer’s Association of Dallas. www.alz.org.

Visit www.WymanRobertsFH.com for memories and condolences.

Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine.

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Services

Visitation

Sunday
April 6, 2025
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Wyman Roberts Funeral Home
316 West Columbia
San Augustine, TX 75972

 

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Graveside Service

Monday
April 7, 2025
1:00 PM
Forest Park The Woodlands
18000 Interstate 45 South
The Woodlands, TX 77384

Mr. Greg "Hatchet" Hinson, age 65, of Bronson, Texas, passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025.

Greg was born October 27, 1959, in Beaumont, Texas, to parents Jack and Wilma (Baldree) Hinson. In early life, he lived with his family in Egypt and Venezuela, before they moved to Rosevine, Texas, and he graduated from West Sabine High School. "Hatchet" had lived in Bronson, Texas, for the past several years. He had worked as a millwright in the refineries as well as a truck driver, and a carpenter.

His survivors include his son, Nick Hinson of Lufkin, Texas; daughter, Whitney Troy and husband Troy Troy of Huntington, Texas; daughter, Randi Hinson of Orange, Texas; wife, Debbie Tarver of Bronson, Texas; step-daughter, Brandy Strickland of Hemphill, Texas; sister, Melanie Morris of Lafayette, Louisiana; granddaughters, Alivia Hinson-Payne, Chelsea Troy, Dakoda Hinson-Payne, all of Huntington, Texas, and Lilly Hinson of Lufkin, Texas; grandsons, Sawyer Troy of Huntington, Texas, Noah Hinson of Boulder, Colorado, Colt Cothran of Orange, Texas, and Timber Strickland of Hemphill, Texas; and lifelong friends, Steve Fuller, Rusty Ford, and Rusty Ferguson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Wilma Hinson.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, located at 316 W. Columbia Street in San Augustine, Texas.

A Celebration of Life memorial service is set for 6:00 p.m. Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel with Bro. Floyd Wright officiating.

Visit www.WymanRobertsFH.com for memories and condolences.

Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas.

 

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Services

Visitation

Thursday
April 3, 2025
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Wyman Roberts Funeral Home
316 West Columbia
San Augustine, TX 75972

 

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Celebration of Life

Thursday
April 3, 2025
6:00 PM
Wyman Roberts Funeral Home
316 West Columbia
San Augustine, TX 75972

Hicks Mortuary is announcing funeral service for Mr. Johnny Earl “JE” Pettigrew Jr. of Center, Texas.
JE was born in Tyler, Texas to the late Johnny Earl Pettigrew Sr and Gloria Lee Smith Pettigrew on August
8, 2025. JE departed his life on March 9, 2025, in Hemphill, Texas. Funeral service for JE Pettigrew will
be Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church 623 Martin Luther King Center,
Texas 75935 at 1:00 PM. Rev. Luke Hamilton Jr. will be the Eulogist.
Mr. JE Pettigrew is survived by:
2 Sisters: Ernestine Pinson and Ann Marie Pettigrew
Aunt: Mozelle Smith
Uncle: Jim Yarborough
and numerous family and friends
Visitation: Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Bright Morning Star Church from the hours of 11:00AM to
1:00PM

Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935
Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net

 

Mary Charlotte Boles Broadway, 89 of Timpson, passed away peacefully, March 26, 2025 in Nacogdoches after a wonderful life as a loving and caring daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, and dedicated servant to her beloved Timpson.

Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, March 31, 2025 at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, with Rev. Ozay Ford officiating. Eulogy by Mayor Debra Smith. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson.

Family visitation with friends will take place, 5 to 7 p m., Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Taylor Funeral Home.

Charlotte was born to Clarence and Nannie Mary Strong Boles on August 12, 1935 in the Rusk County community of Concord. 

She attended school in Concord and Mt Enterprise, and was crowned homecoming queen at Mt Enterprise High in 1950.

Two days after turning 16, she and the love-of-her life, Forest Broadway were united in marriage, August 14, 1951, and spent 56 years together before his passing in April 2008. In 1962 they welcomed their son, Tracy Allen, and in 1968, a daughter, Mary Christi. 

Along the way, she supported Forest from the sideline, as “un-official owner” in his business endeavors. Including: Quik-Clean Laundry, Tracy's Malt Shop, Tracy's Coffee Shop, and Broadway Fireworks.

Charlotte's greatest joy was seeing her children and grandchildren happy, provided for, and knowing she cared and loved them, regardless. Her favorite past-time was enjoying the company of those grand-children, Seeing their smiles, and the sound of their laughter.

Forest & Charlotte provided a loving Christian home, and instilled in their children life values, including respect, honesty, and a dedicated work ethic.

Not long after marriage, Charlotte began a 69 year working career that saw her have only two jobs, both in Timpson.

She went to work for Frank Bussey at Bussey Drug Store, where she spent 32 years waiting on customers, to assisting the pharmacist in filling prescriptions. One day in 1983, late mayor, Ross Graves, Jr. placed a phone call telling Charlotte a clerk was needed at city hall. She accepted, and spent the next 36 years until retirement in 2019. 

Along the way she developed friendships with customers and citizens, that lasted a lifetime.

Being a pride-filled lady, she never left  home unless she was “properly dressed”, including make-up and hair, “just right”, and those manicured red nails.

Faith was important to her, as a life-time Methodist, serving as a Sunday School teacher of 5th & 6th graders at First United Methodist Church, Timpson. She enjoyed attending worship service so much.

In addition, her love of youngsters led to her serving as a Cub Scout Den Mother, and a Bear Band Booster parent.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers John, C.M. (Marion), and Jim Boles, and husband Forest.

Survivors include: 

Son, Tracy Broadway & wife Tammy; and daughter, Christi Smith & husband, Calvin, Jr., all of Timpson.

Grandchildren;

Brandon Broadway & Nami

Allyson Pinkston & Jordan

Mary Kathryn (Amy) Cagle & Joshua

Ashlyn Broadway

Caitlyn Cochran & Andrew

Hunter Smith & Lauren

Hayden Smith & Amanda

Great-grandchildren:

Kazuma Broadway

Brighton Cochran

Briggs Cochran

Rowan Smith

Beau Smith

and soon-to-be, Charlotte “Charley” Howard

Sister-in-law, Annette Boles of Forney

In addition to nephews, nieces, and former co-workers

Special friends, Paula Mullins & Scotty Rhodes

Pallbearers are; Brandon Broadway, Jordan Pinkston, Joshua Cagle, Andrew Cochran, Hayden Smith and Hunter Smith.

Honorary pallbearers will be: Kazuma Broadway, Tommy Sparks, Larry Burns, Tony Boles, Scott Boles, James Cope and Scotty Rhodes.

The family extends heartfelt appreciation to the staff at Nacogdoches Medical Center and Affinity Hospice. In addition to friends for their prayers and condolences.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Charlotte Broadway's memory, to the Shelby County Children's Advocacy Center, 131 Tenaha St., Center, TX 75935.

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Services

Visitation

Sunday
March 30, 2025
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Taylor Funeral Home
511 Ross Graves Dr.
Timpson, TX 75975

 

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Funeral Service

Monday
March 31, 2025
11:00 AM
Taylor Funeral Home
511 Ross Graves Dr.
Timpson, TX 75975

 

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Interment

Woodlawn Cemetery, Texas, Timpson
Garrison St
Timpson, TX 75975

Brenda Ann Smith LeBlanc, age 54, of Woden, Texas, passed away March 23, 2025, at her residence.

Brenda was born July 9, 1970, in Nacogdoches, Texas. She worked as a secretary for Mercantile Properties and was a longtime resident of Nacogdoches County.

Her survivors include her children, Trent Von Lowery of Lake Jackson, Texas, Kimberly Ann Garsee and husband Derek of Covington, Louisiana, Chalon Wayne McDaniel of Nacogdoches, Texas, and Ethan Lynn McDaniel of Woden, Texas; and four grandchildren, Alex Leland Garsee, Nathan James Garsee, Kadie LeAnn Garsee, and Riley Jo Garsee, all of Covington, Louisiana.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Buel Ray and Barbara Ann Smith.

Private arrangements are being handled by Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas. Visit www.WymanRobertsFH.com for memories and condolences.

Sam W. Lane, Jr., age 89, died Saturday, March 22, 2025, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Friday, March 28, 2025, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in
Center. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in
Center.
Sam was born February 26, 1936, in Austin, Texas, to Sam W. Lane, Sr. and Irene Childs Lane, who predeceased
him. He spent his early years in Center, Texas, with his aunt and uncle, Judge Wardlow Lane and Lois Lane and
was devoted to both them and his parents. Sam graduated from the University of Texas School of Business and
later joined the United States Army in 1960. He earned his Juris Doctor in 1965 from the University of Texas at
Austin School of Law, admitted to Texas Bar in 1966, and went on to open a private law practice in Dallas, Texas.
Sam enjoyed listening to music, reading, and watching football, especially the Texas Longhorns. He loved his
afternoon naps, jogging, skiing, and spending time in Pagosa Springs.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Sam W. Lane, Sr. and Irene Childs Lane; and brother, Wardlow Lane II.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Frances; sister-in-law, Linda; nieces, Lauren Lane and Aleshia Fife and
husband Keith; nephews, Wardlow Lane III and wife Catherine and Mark Massey and wife Wendy; and many
great nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Wardlow Lane III, Michael Soto, Kristopher Dufrene, Frank Lane M.D., Donald Monroe, and
Howard Busby.
Thank you to the ladies of HeartsWay Hospice for their great care and compassion. Special thanks to nieces,
Lauren and Aleshia, and nephew, Wardlow III and wife Catherine, for their help to Frances in caring for Sam at
home during his illness.
Memorial donations may be made to Fannie Brown Booth Memorial Library, 619 Tenaha Street, Center, Texas
75935.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com