Helen Tyler McSwain, 80, of Joaquin, formerly of Logansport, Louisiana, passed away Monday, March 20, 2023, in Mont Belvieu TX. Funeral service will be held at Noon, Thursday, March 23, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation at 11:00 a.m. Bro. Charles Hall will officiate. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Born February 16, 1943, in Norfork, Virginia, Helen is the daughter of William Herman Tyler and Jennie Wimberly O’Riley. Helen married her husband, Billy, and together they raised two sons – John Paul and Tim McSwain. While her boys and later her grandkids were young, Helen enjoyed spending time with them during athletic events and outdoor activities. Billy and Helen also enjoyed family RV trips. A devoted Christian with a strong faith, Helen laid a foundation for her children by reading Bible stories to them each morning before school. During their childhood, Helen worked in the family business – Mac’s Frosty Shop in Logansport and later, she drove a school bus for DeSoto Parish. After her children were grown, Helen pursued her passion as a caregiver by earning a degree in Nursing. As an LPN, she worked for Willis Knighton Hospital. She later retired to stay home and care for her grandson, Tyler. In retirement, she enjoyed traveling to local churches to hear Gospel music bands. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Logansport for over 20 years and was most recently a member of Jackson Missionary Baptist Church.

She is survived by her son, Tim McSwain and wife Paula of Mont Belvieu; grandchildren, Daniel McSwain of Anahuac, Tyler McSwain and wife Peyton of Joaquin, Logan McSwain and wife Kara of Anahuac, and Bailee Smith and husband Cole of Joaquin; great grandchildren, Landry, John Tyler, and Paxton McSwain, Mikelyn Smith, and Harper McSwain; daughter-in-law, Joel McSwain Bumback of Joaquin; brother, Willie Tyler of Huxley; and sister, Grace McMahan of Austin.

Preceded in death by husband of 60 years, Billy McSwain; son, John Paul McSwain; father, William Herman Tyler and wife, Ollie; and mother, Jennie Wimberly O’Riley and husband Pat.

Pallbearers will be Daniel McSwain, Tyler McSwain, Logan McSwain, Cole Smith, Jimmy McSwain, and Stephen Ford.

Honorary pallbearer will be John Tyler McSwain.

Memorial donations can be made in Helen’s name to Jackson Baptist Church Building Fund PO Box 1047 / Physical address is - 11620 State Highway 7E,Joaquin, Texas 75954. Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

NAME: Linda Faye Long                          AGE: 69

ADDRESS: Huntington, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Friday, March 17, 2023, Lufkin, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : April 20, 1953, Center, TX DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Sunday, March 19, 2023, 2:00pm

PLACE OF SERVICE: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine, Texas DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Saturday, March 18, 2023, 5:00pm-8:00pm

PLACE OF VISITATION: Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas OFFICATING: BURIAL: Hebron Cemetery, Broaddus, Texas 

FATHER: Cecil Wagstaff              MOTHER: Vina (Dailey)

OCCUPATION: Retail SURVIVED BY: Son: Paul Allen and wife Julie of Bullard Sisters: Syble Williams of Broaddus Betty Sue Parker of Apple Springs Nancy Phillips of Huntington Brother: Jay Wagstaff of Jewett

**Preceded in death by parents Cecil and Vina Wagstaff; husband Ernest Long; Son David Allen; sisters Malene Hickman, Frances Williams, Patsy Ruth West; Brothers Ray Wagstaff, G. C. Wagstaff, Eldon Wagstaff, Herman Wagstaff, Weldon Wagstaff 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

Billy Wayne Gilcrease January 13, 1957 - March 16, 2023

Billy Gilcrease, age 66, of Center, Texas passed away on March 16, 2023 in Dallas, Texas after a brief illness. Billy was born January 13, 1957 in Lufkin, Texas. He started working at a young age at Moore Brothers Construction Company and later working for East Texas Asphalt at which he retired. He was married to his wife, Cheryl Gilcrease, for 29 years. Billy enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing and hunting. His passion was fishing, but always looked forward to, and loved, spending opening day of dove season with his son, Billy Jr., every year.

He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Gilcrease, of Center; son, Billy Gilcrease Jr. and fiancé Hannah of Center; step-daughter, Sally Murphree and husband Justin of Center; step-son Jonathan Eshliman and wife Chelsea of Center. Grandchildren, Greyson Wayne Gilcrease, Hallie Emerson, Brittany LeValley, Kambree Murphree, Kye Murphree, and Wesley Murphree all of Center, Texas; Tessa Eshliman, Johnny Eshliman, and Harley Eshliman, of Shelbyville, Texas. Brother, Roy Gilcrease and wife Judy of Pollok; sister Linda Sue Gates and husband William of Lufkin. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Ethel Gilcrease; brothers, David Gilcrease, and Lynn Gilcrease; sisters, Bennie Phillips, Jo Pigg, and Jane Simmons. Please join us to celebrate the amazing life of Billy. We will gather to share some of our favorite memories and favorite stories and remember the wonderful husband, dad, brother, uncle and friend who will be greatly missed, Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 2 p.m., at 578 County Road 1443 in Center, Texas. Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

NAME: Larry Jeanes                          AGE: 76

ADDRESS: Broaddus, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Sunday, March 19, 2023, San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : November 27, 1946, San Augustine County, TX

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Wednesday, March 22, 2023, 1:00pm

PLACE OF SERVICE: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine, Texas DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Wednesday, March 22, 2023, 11:00am-1:00pm PLACE OF VISITATION: Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas OFFICATING: Bro. Frank Holrath    BURIAL: Thomas Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

FATHER: K. P. Jeanes           MOTHER: Louise (Dickerson) Jeanes

OCCUPATION: Machinist

SURVIVED BY: Daughter: Anissa Smith and husband Scott of Chireno Granddaughter: Erica Adams of Chireno Great-granddaughter: Amelia Campos of Chireno Sisters: Bonita Donner of Rapid City, South Dakota; Renita Jeanes of Nacogdoches; Cheena’ Runnels of Broaddus Brother: K. P. Jeanes and wife Cindy of Broaddus Sisters-in-law: Sharon Mathews and husband John, Beth Boudion and husband Myron, Linda Jeanes

**Preceded in death by parents K. P. and Louise Jeanes; wife Amelia Jeanes 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

NAME: Larry Jeanes                          AGE: 76

ADDRESS: Broaddus, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Sunday, March 19, 2023, San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : November 27, 1946, San Augustine County, TX

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Wednesday, March 22, 2023, 1:00pm

PLACE OF SERVICE: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine, Texas DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Wednesday, March 22, 2023, 11:00am-1:00pm PLACE OF VISITATION: Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas OFFICATING: Bro. Frank Holrath    BURIAL: Thomas Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

FATHER: K. P. Jeanes           MOTHER: Louise (Dickerson) Jeanes

OCCUPATION: Machinist

SURVIVED BY: Daughter: Anissa Smith and husband Scott of Chireno Granddaughter: Erica Adams of Chireno Great-granddaughter: Amelia Campos of Chireno Sisters: Bonita Donner of Rapid City, South Dakota; Renita Jeanes of Nacogdoches; Cheena’ Runnels of Broaddus Brother: K. P. Jeanes and wife Cindy of Broaddus Sisters-in-law: Sharon Mathews and husband John, Beth Boudion and husband Myron, Linda Jeanes

**Preceded in death by parents K. P. and Louise Jeanes; wife Amelia Jeanes 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

Patrick Henry Barton, 31, of Center, passed away Sunday, March 19, 2023, in Center. Graveside service will be held at Noon, Thursday, March 23, 2023, at Oaklawn Memorial Park with visitation at 11:00 a.m. at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Born April 16, 1991, in Center, Patrick is the son of Larry Barton and Libby Smith Barton. He served in the National Guard. His hobbies included fishing and playing chess.

He is survived by his mother, Libby Barton of Center; brother, Larry G. Barton and wife Sarah of Iowa; sister, Carlee Renee Barton of Timpson; and nephews, Christian, Jason, and Chase Barton.

Preceded in death by dad, Larry Barton; grandparents, Jessie Barton, John Henry Smith, and Peggy Jean Smith. Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

NAME: Joyce Bryant                      AGE: 91

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas 

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Wednesday, March 15, 2023, San Augustine County, Texas DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : April 18, 1931, San Augustine, TX

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Saturday, March 18, 2023, 2:00pm

PLACE OF SERVICE: Broaddus Pentecostal Church, Broaddus, Texas

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Friday, March 17, 2023, 5:00pm-8:00pm

PLACE OF VISITATION: Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas OFFICATING: Bro. Mark Green BURIAL: Attoyac Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

FATHER: John H. Higginbotham           MOTHER: Linnie C. (Peavy)

OCCUPATION: Self-Employed – Farm and Tractor Co. (Bryant Equip.)

SURVIVED BY: Son: Ray Bryant of San Augustine Grandson: Allen Bryant and fiance’ Tanya Bosley of Hudson Granddaughter: Angie McGown and husband Todd of Hudson Great-grandsons: Nick Bryant, Kolby Bryant Great-granddaughter: Ashton Bryant, Taylor McGown, Kyndel Bryant, Kendall Bosley, Bailey Bosley Great-great-granddaughter: Londyn Bryant Sister: Dell Arnold **Preceded in death by parents John and Linnie Higginbotham; husband of 63 years Freeman Bryant; Brothers Earl Higginbotham, John Hampton Higginbotham, Don (Hick) Higginbotham, Joe Davis Sister: Louise Barnes Daughter-in-law: Carolyn Bryant Grandson-in-law: Michael Wilson 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

NAME: Alberta Buroker              AGE: 86

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Thursday, March 9, 2023, San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : October 25, 1936, Fairfax, Vermont

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: N/A PLACE OF SERVICE: N/A

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: N/A

PLACE OF VISITATION: N/A OFFICATING: N/A           BURIAL: N/A (Cremation) FATHER: Gerald Flanders               MOTHER: Helen Agnes (Archambault) OCCUPATION: Homemaker

SURVIVED BY:

**Preceded in death by parents Gerald and Helen Agnes Flanders; husband Francis Buroker Sr. 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

Judy Vanell Salas, 68, of Center, Texas, passed away on March 9, 2023, in
Center, Texas, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on January 1, 1955,
in Center, Texas, to the late William Fred Lawhorn and Beatrice (Hall)
Lawhorn.
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 10, 2023, from 6PM-8PM at
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas. Funeral service will be held at
Mangum Funeral Home, on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 2PM with Bro.
David Paul Lawhorn officiating. Interment will follow at Old Center
Cemetery, Center, Texas.
Judy was born and raised in Shelby County. She attended Center High
School. Judy met the love of her life at the young age of 16 years old,
Fidencio “Pete” Salas, through mutual friends. The two courted for just a
short time before they were married. They raised 4 children together.
Times weren’t always the best however, they vowed to love each other
forever. She and Pete spent over 51 years together before her passing. She
enjoyed going to the casino, playing cards, and going to the beach often.
Judy was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great
grandmother. She enjoyed spending precious time with her family and
friends, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her laughter
and contagious smile will be missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her loving husband, Pete Salas; daughters, Regina Tovar,
Judith Olalde and husband Jorge, Elizabeth Salas; son, Christopher Salas and
wife Mayra; grandchildren, Jeremy Tovar, Courtney Campos and husband
Jose, Pablo Barcenas, Alexis Salas and husband Billy Miller, Monica Olalde,
Mateo Barcenas, Jorge Olalde, Anthony Salas, Omar Olalde, Jonathan Salas,
Troy Salas; great grandchildren, Benjamin Campos, Aziel Miller; brother,
Jerry Lawhorn and wife Nancy; sister, Patricia Lawhorn; nephews, Daniel
Lawhorn, David Lawhorn; and a host of family and friends that will miss her
dearly.
Judy is preceded in death by her parents, William and Beatrice Lawhorn,
and great-great granddaughter, Jaxie Campos.
Pallbearers serving will be Jeremy Tovar, Pablo Barcenas, Mateo Barcenas, JorgeOlalde, Anthony Salas, Omar Olalde, and Johnathan Salas.
Honorary pallbearers will be Troy Salas, Benjamin Campos, and Aziel Miller.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net .Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.

NAME: Charles William Rodgers                      AGE: 74

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Tuesday, March 7, 2023, San Augustine County, Texas DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : April 9, 1948, Houston, TX

DATE / TIME OF GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Friday, March 10, 2023, 2:00pm

PLACE OF SERVICE: Oak Grove Cemetery, Broaddus, Texas

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: N/A PLACE OF VISITATION: N/A OFFICATING: BURIAL: Oak Grove Cemetery, Broaddus, Texas

FATHER: Walter J. Rodgers                 MOTHER: Oma Jane (Martindale) OCCUPATION: Military Defense          MILITARY: Marines

SURVIVED BY: Daughters: Linda Sullivan and husband Christopher of Cherokee Lisa Gustofson and husband David of Shepherd Kimberly Rodgers of Liberty Sons: Russell Rodgers and wife of Liberty Step-sons: Walter Langley of San Augustine Justin Langley of San Augustine Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, cousins and friends

**Preceded in death by parents Walter and Oma Jane Rodgers; Wife Jodine Rodgers; Son Vernon Rodgers; sisters Jean Barrington, Cathy Hoffard 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

NAME: Clydie Mae Holt                       AGE: 95

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Monday, March 6, 2023, San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : September 27, 1927, Norton, TX

DATE / TIME OF GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Saturday, March 11, 2023, 11:00am

PLACE OF SERVICE: Holt Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Saturday, March 11, 2023, 10:00am-10:45am

PLACE OF VISITATION: Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas OFFICATING: Dan Fussell BURIAL: Holt Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas FATHER: Jessie Jones                         MOTHER: Fannie (Boyd)

OCCUPATION: Feed Store/farmer-rancher

SURVIVED BY: Daughters: Sharon Taylor of Huntington Glenda Swor of Huntsville Daughter-in-law: Sandy Holt of San Augustine Grandchildren: Jennifer Truss of Huntington Lora Holt of Livingston Chad Swor of New Waverley Emily Holt of Lufkin Brian Holt of Groveton Lee Anne Jones of Huntsville TeWayne Holt of Center 13 Great-grandchildren; 3 Great-great-grandchildren

**Preceded in death by parents Jessie and Fannie Jones; husband Burval Holt; Son Wayne Holt 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

NAME: Norman Leon McMurry                      AGE: 96

ADDRESS: Riverwoods, Illinois

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Tuesday, Feb 21, 2023, Chicago, Illinois

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : March 7, 1926, Roganville, TX

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Friday, March 10, 2023, 11:30am

PLACE OF GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Chinquapin Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Friday, March 10, 2023, 10:00am-11:00am

PLACE OF VISITATION: Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas OFFICATING: Bro. Burl McBride     BURIAL: Chinquapin Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

FATHER: Samuel McMurry                      MOTHER: Beatrice (Phelps)

OCCUPATION: Engineer - Pipeline SURVIVED BY: Sons: Dr. Ronald McMurry, MD David McMurry Daughters: Judy Hutchinson Sue Davenport Debra Zugaro Dr. Sarah mcMurry-Hogue MD Dr. Amy Taylor DVM

**Preceded in death by parents Samuel and Beatrice McMurry; wives Amanda McMurry, Bobbie Jo Williams; Son Terry McMurry; grandson Chad McMurry; 4 brothers; 5 sisters 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

Sadie Adams Jacobs, 67, of Sour Lake, Texas, passed away on February 24,
2023, in Sour Lake, Texas. She was born on October 25, 1955, in East Lynn,
West Virginia, to the late Auda Adams and Louisa Adams.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2023, from 6:00PM-9:00PM at
Mangum Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at Mangum Funeral
Home, on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at 10:00AM with Bro. Coy Hicks
officiating. Interment will follow at West Hamilton Cemetery.
Sadie was born and raised in East Lynn, West Virginia. She graduated from
high school. Sadie met the love of her life, Troy Jacobs, through mutual
friends. The two were married in 1986 and spent over 29 years together
before his passing in 2015. She had two wonderful sons, Delano and
Jeremy, whom she loved so much. Sadie was a loving mother,
grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her
sons, and grandchildren. She enjoyed crocheting, reading a good book, and
watching TV shows on television.
She is survived by her sons, Delano Dale Nelson, Jeremy Wayne Nelson and
wife Cara Loftin; brothers, Orville Adams and wife Shirley, Omer Adams and
wife Connie; sisters, Minnie Cochran and husband George, Rhoda Morton
and husband Edward, Teresa Clay and husband Robert; sister in law, Doris
Adams; 9 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and
nephews; and a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Sadie is preceded in death by her loving husband, Troy Jacobs; parents,
Auda and Louisa Adams; brothers, Jack Adams, Norman Adams, Virgil
Adams, Robert Adams, Boyd Adams, John Adams, Lucian Adams, Audie
Adams Jr., Sammy Adams, Sampie Adams; sisters, Della Isaacs, Erie Frazier,
and Ines Adkins.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net .Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.

Shane Hooker, 56, of Shelbyville, Texas, passed away on March 1, 2023, in Shelbyville, Texas. He was born on June 18, 1966, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Son Hooker and Vikki (Chambers) Hooker Fisher.

Graveside service will be held at 11AM on Monday, March 6, 2023, at Rather Cemetery, Shelbyville, with Bro. Kevin Windham officiating. Shane “Cowboy” as all his friends called him, spent most of his life logging in the woods of Shelby County and surrounding areas.  He spent the last few years in the rock hauling business and working for the county.  He also found a calling in rescuing animals that had been injured or abandoned and loved every minute shared with his dogs, squirrels, rabbits or any other critters that were lucky enough to find Shane.”

Shane is survived by his mother and stepfather, Vikki and David Fisher of Shelbyville, Texas; brother, Jonathan Fisher of Nashville, Tennessee; cousin, Mitch Norton of Beckville, Texas; and numerous friends that will miss him dearly.

He is preceded in death by his father, Son Hooker; aunt (best friend), Jana Fulgham; grandmothers, Nell Hooker Buchanan, Adelle Lout Chambers; great-grand parents, Julius and Vercie Lout; step-grandparents, Donald and Patricia Fisher.

Pallbearers serving will be Darrell McDaniel, Cole McDaniel, Michael Hooks, Hunter Hooks, Keith Windham, Keith Fincher, Ron Hendricks, Shannon Metcalf, Shad Lout, Charlie Raymond, and Shannon Shofner. Mangum Funeral Home Laird Funeral Home, Inc. Honorary pallbearers will be Kenneth Hardy, Jimmy Lout, and Maxie Eaves. If you would like to make a donation, please do so to any Animal Rescue of your choice in memory of Shane.

To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net . Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.

Doyce Ann (Morris) Bailey, 86, of Tenaha, Texas, passed away on
February 26, 2023, in Center, Texas. She was born on December 20,
1936, in Center, Texas, to the late Clifford Doyce Morris and
Mavouryne (Grace) Morris.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, March 1,
2023, at Tennessee Cemetery, 5765 FM 947, Timpson, Texas, with
Bro. Timothy Roberson, officiating.
Born and raised in Shelby County, Doyce Ann attended and
graduated from Tenaha, Class of 1954. She met the love of her life,
Edwin R. Bailey, in April 1957 and the two were married three short
months later, June 20, 1957. Their marriage spanned over 63 years,
included 28 years of service the United States Air Force and raising
one daughter, LaRaye Ann Bailey.
Doyce Ann served as the City Secretary for Tenaha over 34 years
before retiring in 2015. She also served her community by
volunteering her time and resources to the Tennessee Rural Water
Board, Tenaha Business Men’s Club and the Child Welfare Board of
Shelby County. She was an active and faithful member of Tenaha
First Baptist Church where she enjoyed service to her Savior and
fellowship.
She is survived by her daughter, LaRaye Ann Bailey; loved as a daughter, Erin
Johnson; one sister, Karen Cruse and husband Glenn of St. Louis, Missiouri;
loved as grandchildren, Justin and Sarah Simons of Tenaha, Texas;
innumberable friends and loved ones.
Doyce Ann is preceded in death by her loving husband, Edwin R. Bailey;
parents, Clifford Doyce and Mavouryne Morris; brothers, William “Bo” Morris,
and Robert “Bo Jack” Morris.
Pallbearers serving will be Johnny Harrington, Tyler Reeves, David Horton,
Aaron Roland, Justin Simons, and Taylor Fanguy.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the administration,
nurses, aids, therapist and support staff of Pine Grove Nursing Home. Their
excellent care, love and support was invaluable and will not be forgotten.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to either Pine Grove Nursing Home orAlzhiemer’s Association at alz.org.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit
www.mangumfh.net. The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

NAME: Willma Irene Smith             AGE: 99

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Sunday, Feb 26, 2023, San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : February 26, 1924, San Augustine, TX

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Friday, March 3, 2023, 11:00am

PLACE OF SERVICE: Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, San Augustine, Texas DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Friday, March 3, 2023, 10:00am-11:00am

PLACE OF VISITATION: Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, San Augustine County, Texas

OFFICATING: Bro. Randy Mills      BURIAL: Shiloh Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

FATHER: Charlie Elvin Mitchell                MOTHER: Ollie (Wyatt) Mitchell OCCUPATION: Homemaker

SURVIVED BY: Daughter: Paula Miller of San Augustine Son: Tim Smith and wife Pam of Henderson Grandsons: Benny Miller, Gil Miller, Kyle Smith Sisters: Edilee Moody, Alma Johnson

**Preceded in death by parents Charlie Elvin Mitchell and Ollie Wyatt Mitchell; Husband Marion Edward “Sonny” Smith; Brother Carlis Ray Mitchell

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

Ernest Loyd Irwin, 71, of Center, Texas, passed away on February 23, 2023, in Center, Texas. He was born on November 16, 1951, in Longview, Texas, to the late Prentis Loyd Irwin and Reba Faye (McCasland) Irwin.

Loyd’s wishes are being honored through cremation.

Loyd moved to Henderson, Texas at the age of 11 years old. He graduated from Henderson High School. He followed his father’s footsteps and got a job with the United States Postal Service. He attended a Postmaster’s Convention in San Antonio in 1984, there he met the love of his life, Debra Cantrell, and the two were married on November 16, 1985. They spent over 38 years together. He was a loving husband, father, great grandfather, great great-grandfather, and brother. Loyd served many capacities throughout his employment through the postal service. He retired as Postmaster in Plymouth, Wisconsin. After retirement he moved back to Henderson, Texas to be closer to his parents who needed help with care. Loyd and Debra returned home to Shelby County in 2021 and built their home. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. His love for gardening was the greatest. Loyd enjoyed NASCAR, even attending the Daytona 500. He loved watching sports on television, Fox News, and was a conservative man.

He is survived by his loving wife, Debra; son, Wayne Irwin; daughter, Amanda Gardiner and husband Chris; brother, Danny Irwin; 4 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.

To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net . Mangum Funeral Home Laird Funeral Home, Inc. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.

NAME: Deolan Steptoe                       AGE: 79

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Saturday, Feb 25, 2023, San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : March 25, 1945, San Augustine County, Texas

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Sunday, Feb 26, 2023, 2:30pm

PLACE OF SERVICE: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine, Texas DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Sunday, Feb 26, 2023, 1:00pm-2:30pm

PLACE OF VISITATION: Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas OFFICATING: Bro. Don Lofton BURIAL: Sowell Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

FATHER: R. D. Steptoe                      MOTHER: Era Inez (Wall) Steptoe OCCUPATION: Utility Construction

SURVIVED BY: Wife: Marilyn Steptoe of San Augustine Daughters: Mary Lynn Renfroe and husband Leon of Whitehouse Jena Boyette and husband Chad of San Augustine Son: Michael Steptoe of San Augustine Grandchildren: Dustin Renfroe, Emily Hesterley, Camden Boyette Great-grandchildren: Koleman Hesterley, Kade Hesterley, Kynleigh Renfroe Siblings: Doyline Bennefield, Tomme Joe “T. J.” Steptoe and wife Nina, Margaret Chambless, Linda Runnels and husband Jimmy Sisters-in-law: Muriel Jean Hines, Donnie Hornsby, Cindy Holmes. Linda Earnest

**Preceded in death by parents R. D. Steptoe and Ira Inez Steptoe; brother Manuel Ray Steptoe And wife Marlene; brothers-in-law: Jimmy Clyde and wife Chris Morris; Cleo Hines, Butch Earnest

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

Maria DeJesus Escobedo, 76, of Center, Texas, passed away on February 21, 2023, in Nacogdoches, Texas, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on November 3, 1946, in Coahuila, Mexico to the late Arnulfo Guardiola Duarte and María de Los Ángeles Adame Serrano.

Maria Escobedo was born in 1946 in Coahuila, MX she believed in hard work to achieve goals to better yourself. She came to U.S.A in the early 90s and although she never took English classes she worked hard to learning the language, to where eventually she became a U.S citizen. She was a supportive wife and mother who always wanted the best for her family.

She is survived by, Her loving husband, Manuel Escobedo Sons, Manuel Escobedo Arnulfo Escobedo Armando Escobedo Jose Fidencio Escobedo Victor Martin Escobedo Juan Alberto Escobedo Daughter in laws, Maria de Lourdes Escobedo Blanca Escobedo Grandchildren, Victor Arnulfo Escobedo, Eulalia J. solis, San Juana Verenice Escobedo, Angela Escobedo, Diana Escobedo, Mario Escobedo, Arlette Alejandra Escobedo, José Manual Escobedo, Irma Lizeth Reséndiz, Myriam Mancera, Andrea Escobedo, Armando Jr. Escobedo, Sandy Sanchez, Juan Alberto Jr. Escobedo, and Luis Escobedo. Numerous Great Grandchildren

Mangum Funeral Home Laird Funeral Home, Inc.

To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net . Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.

Ollie Mae Ontiveros, 93, of Center, Texas, passed away on February 22, 2023, in Nacogdoches, Texas, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on November 21, 1929, in Center, Texas, to the late Audrey Scott and Zina (Fountain) Scott. Funeral service will be held at 2PM on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at Mangum Funeral Home.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2023, from 4-6PM at Mangum Funeral Home.

Ollie was born and raised in Shelby County. She attended Campsworth School and graduated from Center High School. She moved to San Antonio where she spent many years.She later returned to Shelby County to assist her parents as their health needed her close. She was a devoted daughter and took great care of them until their passing. Ollie loved to dance and sing. She had a passion for gardening, and many would drive by and stop and look at the things in her yard. Ollie found joy in always having a remodel project going in her home. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Ollie enjoyed spending time with her kids and especially her grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. They would always bring a smile to her face. She attended Old Salem Baptist Church when her health permitted.

She is survived by her daughter, Elane Stifflemire; sons, Damon Leon Ontiveros, Sammy Ontiveros; grandchildren, Eddie Stifflemire Jr. and wife Sheree, Enale Stifflemire, Deena Sanchez and husband Joe, Eva Boylen and MangumFuneral Home Laird Funeral Home, Inc. husband Chris, Austin Boylen and wife Alexis; Stevie Harris, Andrew Jaramillo; 17 great grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.

Ollie is preceded in death by her husband, Leon Ontiveros Jr.; parents, Audrey and Zina Scott; and son-in-law, Eddie Stifflemire.

To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangement

Evelyn Jones Stickle, 78, of Center, Texas, passed away on February 21, 2023, in Tyler, Texas, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on October 17, 1944, in Clarksville, Texas, to the late Cecil O. Jones and Mae Dunlap Jones.

Evelyn was raised in Perryton, Texas. She met the love of her life, Dorn Stickle, in Perryton and the two were joined by marriage on November 16, 1967. They had two children, Samyul and David whom she loved dearly. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed sewing and crocheting. She loved the outdoors especially fishing. Evelyn loved the Lord and was of Pentecostal faith.

She is survived by her loving husband, Dorn Stickle; sons, Samyul Stickle and wife Danna, David Stickle; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.

Evelyn is preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Mae Jones.

To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net . Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements. Mangum Funeral Home Laird Funeral Home, Inc.

Hicks Mortuary is announcing, funeral service for Mrs. Belva Godwin Hartsfield (72) of Lufkin, Texas. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at 11:00 AM. Service will be held at First Missionary Baptist Church (410 Scarborough St. Lufkin, Texas 75904). Rev. W.R. Ricks will be officiating.

Belva Godwin Hartsfield was born on June 17, 1950, in San Augustine, Texas to the late E.C. & Lera Taylor Godwin. She attended school at Norwood High School, graduating from Broaddus High School in 1968; after High School she attended Stephen F Austin (SFA), Nacogdoches, Texas.

She began her career at Lufkin State Supportive System with a tenure of 20 years. Belva retired from theLufkin State Supportive System to pursue her life dream as a Nurse. She followed her dream and enrolled in the Tyler County Hospital School of Vocational Nursing and received her degree as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). Belva accepted Christ early in life and was a member of Pisgah Baptist Church. After many years of living in Lufkin, she joined First Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. W.R. Ricks where you would find her singing in the Choir. Belva also served her community as a board member for the Angelina and Neches River Authority. She met and married Willie R. Hartsfield on April 17, 1971, and to this union three beautiful children wereborn. She dedicated her time and love to her family as well as friends. One of her greatest joys was being “Bob the Builder”. Belva departed this life on February 14, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her parents E.C. and Lera T. Godwin and brother: Euell Godwin.

Belva Godwin Hartsfield is survived by: Husband: Willie Hartsfield of Lufkin, Texas Daughters: Rebecca Hartsfield, Lufkin, TX, Donya (Don) Jefferson, Lufkin, TX Son: Michael (Michele) Hartsfield, Kentucky Sisters: Nelva Godwin, Houston, TX, Carolyn (Daren) Woods, Riverdale, GA, Terry Godwin-Pierce, Garland, TX, Brother: Allen J. Godwin, Lufkin, TX Aunt: Mrs. Leona Shaw, Houston, TX, Brother and Sister- in-laws: Marilyn (Joe) Daniel, Lufkin, TX, Betty McKenzie, Houston, TX, Glenda (Jeff) Taylor, Lufkin, TX, Cathy Kegler, Houston, TX, Lewis Hartsfield, Huntington, TX, Glenn (Regina) Watts, Lufkin, TX, Bobby (Vivian) Watts, Nacogdoches, TX, Perry Watts, Houston, TX, Charles (Mona) Watts, Lufkin, TX Grandchildren: Tyesherea, Tyrell, Tyrique, Tydreque, William, Jackson and Declan, great-grandchildren: Kinsley, Keilani, Jaevon, Amanee. Bonus daughters: Youlanda Houston, Tina Miller and Erica Parker-Horace, Special friend/sister: Shenet Smith

Visiting: Friday, February 24, 2023, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Dimensions of Faith Apostolic Ministries (424 E. Lufkin Ave, Lufkin, Texas 75901

Repass: Food will be service

“To Go” immediately after service.

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

Penny Ann Folsom, 64, of Huxley, Texas, passed away on February 16, 2023, in Houston, Texas, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on July 15, 1958, in Martinez, California, to the late Paul Defrates and Margaret Cox Defrates. Celebration of life will be held on March 4, 2023, at 11:00AM at Mt Union Freewill Baptist Church, 7509 Camp Tonkawa Rd., Garrison, Texas, with Bro. Kenneth Rector and Bro. Ronnie Luman officiating.

Penny was born and raised in Martinez, California. She and her son, David, moved to Texas in 1982. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. Penny enjoyed sewing, spending time in the kitchen cooking and baking and bird watching. She enjoyed watching The Wizard of Oz, Disney movies and old black and white movies as well. She was known for her amazing cookies. Her contagious smile and nurturing kindness were things that made her who she was. Penny was a member of Mt. Union Freewill Baptist Church in Garrison. She is survived by her son, David Rohrenback and wife Kenna; daughter, Jenifer Williams and husband Gary “Sterlin”; ex-husband, Gene Folsom; special friend, John Wright; grandchildren, Sadie, Otto, Dyani Rohrenback; Hailley Williams Byrd, Tyler Williams, Austin Williams, Savana Williams, Gracie Dean; great grandchildren, Dhalton Byrd, Aubrie Byrd, Tinsley Byrd; numerous nieces, nephews; and a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly. Mangum Funeral Home Laird Funeral Home, Inc.

Penny is preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Margaret Defrates; and daughter, Katie Folsom Dean.

To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net .

Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.

Hicks Mortuary is announcing, funeral service for Mr. Willis Leron Henson (50) of Arlington, Texas. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2023; at 1:00 PM. Service will be held at New Macedonia Baptist Church FM RD. 83 in Hemphill, Texas Rev. Joe Gilbert will be officiating. Willis was born May 7, 1972, to Willie Henson and Evelyn Jenkins Henson in Jasper, Texas. They named this blessed gift Willis Leron Henson. In total awe of the faithfulness of God in the giving of his best to use, his parents did their best to guide and protect this precious gift from God to the best of their parental ability. Ron, as he was affectionally called, attended church at an early age at Macedonia Baptist Church and was a current member of Friendship West Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas. To know Ron would be to know of his gentle and kind nature. Ron was not only gifted to us as a precious form of love from God but was the epitome of the word itself. His kind heart gave him the ability to make friends, but most of all, he gave others a refuge in love through him when they had no one else. The love and life in Ron made him stand out among others. He was a shining light who had his own special way of adding life, laughter, and love, to any situation and any person he came across. Ron was vibrant, which is defined as full of energy and spirit; lively. Whether he was spending time with his family and friends, working on his old school car collection, watching sporting events in-person or on TV, decorating the yard (so the family could win Yard of the Month), coming home to East Texas and helping his dad with bushhogging (he would ride on the tractor with a smile) or even serving patients at the hospitals he worked, he did it all with grace and kindness. Education was always important to his parents; therefore, he accepted and completed the challenge. He attended school at Hemphill ISD, graduating in 1990. While in school and even after graduation, he worked in the construction field with his dad, working side by side with his brother and uncles. He realized that he had a different calling, and so he decided to continue his education at Angelina College, earning his Associates of Science in Radiologic Technology and thus became a Radiology Technician. He was first employed at Woodland Heights Medical Center in Lufkin, Texas. It was here that he earned a certification in Computed Tomography. He was then employed at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, Texas. His last place of employment of was Methodist Hospital in Mansfield, Texas, where he served as Lead Computed Tomography Technician. He received many prestigious awards, including Employee of the Month. Love was shown throughout Ron’s life. In 1993, on Valentine’s Day, Cupid came and shot an arrow straight through to his heart. This arrow was not like your ordinary arrow; this arrow came in the form of a beautiful young lady named Catina. Ron and Catina dated for many years, and on November 7, 1998, in front of family and friends, love united them in holy matrimony. Together, they welcomed two beautiful children, who were the vibrant stars in Ron’s life, their daughter Alexia “Lexi” and their son Jordan “JoJo”. Ron was a family man and would go above and beyond to the moon and back, for his family. Ron’s legacy is filled with love of family, friends, and the beautiful things in life. He lived life on his own terms and by his own rules. We celebrate life in the same spirit by which he lived life…energetic, upbeat, lively. He taught us all how to live life, even amid obstacles. His life’s message to all was: Let nothing or no one keep you from living your best life. No matter how life makes you feel, get up and try it again. On February 14, 2023, Ron hopped into his Heavenly Mustang, revved up the engine, and took his final ride to be with our Heavenly Father. He left to carry on his dreams, legacy, and love: his loving wife, Catina Henson, his daughter Alexia Henson, his son Jordan Henson, his mother and father Willie Ray and Evelyn Henson, his siblings Tracie Davis, Reginald Henson Sr. (Michelle), and Stacie Henson, his loving in-laws who loved him like their own son Greg and Hattie Horton, loving and caring nieces and nephews (whom he loved like his own), and a host of family, friends, colleagues to whom he loved them and they loved him back.

Visiting: Friday, February 24, 2023, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Triumph the Church of God and Kingdom (908 Daniels Street Center, Texas 75935) Committal: Macedonia Cemetery Hemphill, Texas 75948

Visitation: Friday, February 24, 2023, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Triumph the Church of God
and Kingdom (908 Daniels Street Center, Texas 75935)

Saturday, February 25, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at New Macedonia

Baptist Church FM RD. 83 Hemphill, Texas 75948

Repass: Macedonia Church 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

NAME: Bobby Wayne Weatherford             AGE: 81

ADDRESS: Broaddus, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Monday, Feb 20, 2023, San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : July 26, 1941, Hebron Community, San Augustine County, TX DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2023, 10:00am

PLACE OF SERVICE: Crossroads Church, San Augustine County, Texas

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Tuesday, Feb 21, 2022, 5:00pm

PLACE OF VISITATION: Crossroads Church, San Augustine County, Texas OFFICATING: Bro. Tim Swanson        BURIAL: Hebron Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

FATHER: Enoch Daniel Weatherford              MOTHER: Ollie Mae (Williams) OCCUPATION: Truck Driver 

SURVIVED BY: Sons: Brock Weatherford and wife Joann Brent Weatherford and wife Christi Grandchildren: Brandon Weatherford and wife Shelly, Jordan Weatherford and Wife Candice, Kacy Garrett and husband C. J., Kady Wall and husband Sterlin, Weston Davis and wife Sydney, Bryson Davis and Alyssa White Great-grandchildren: Skyler, Gracie, Rynlie, Jensen, Cinch, Axel, Braysher, Westlynn, Kayte Brother: Barney Weatherford and wife Jonie Numerous nieces and nephews

**Preceded in death by parents Enoch Daniel Weatherford and Ollie Mae Weatherford; wife Betty Weatherford; brothers Billy Ray Weatherford, Enoch Daneil Weatherford Jr; sisters Doris Warren, Pauline Baldwin

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