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Linda Reather Smalley

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson & Sons FH

Linda Reather Smalley, 78, of Coldwater, Mississippi, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2017, in Southaven, Mississippi.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, September 29, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 30, 2017, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Sister Jena Harrison officiating. Interment will follow at Neuville Cemetery in Shelby County.

Mrs. Smalley was born May 17, 1939, in Tenaha, to Leonard Elton Anderson and Katherine Rachel Oliver Anderson. She was one of seven siblings, having four brothers and two sisters. She was a member of Colonial Hills Church of God in Southaven, Mississippi.

She is survived by

Children:

John and Chrisandra Bruton

Ed and Mary Bruton

Dennis Bruton

Several Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren

Brothers and Sisters:

Mary Harris and husband, Drew

Wilbert Bruton and wife, Arlene

Hubert Anderson

Charles Anderson and wife, Margaret

Numerous nieces, nephews and friends who are like family

Preceded in death by

Daughter: Kerin Lynette Jordan

Parents: Leonard Elton Anderson and Katherine Rachel Oliver Anderson

Brothers: Leonard Anderson, Lamar Anderson

Honorary pallbearers will be Christian Pfohl, James Lunsford, Austin Ricker, Carl Bruton, Randy Mathews, Donald Bruton, Spencer Bruton, Bill Dunahoe, Jim Dunahoe and Jack Dunahoe.

Indya Lea Evans

Posted About Six Years Ago by Wyman Roberts FH

NAME: MRS. INDYA LEA EVANS AGE: 45

ADDRESS: NORWOOD COMMUNITY, SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: 09/27/2017, SAN AUGUSTINE

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : 12/26/1971, JASPER, TEXAS

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE; SATURDAY, 09/30/2017, 2:00 P.M.

PLACE OF SERVICE: GRAPEVINE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH, SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: SATURDAY, 09/30/2017, 10:00 A.M. TIL SERVICE TIME

PLACE OF VISITATION: GRAPEVINE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH, SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY

OFFICIATING: BRO. GERALD SOWELL, BRO. CALVIN EVANS, BRO. WELTON BLACKMON

BURIAL: DICKERSON CEMETERY, SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY

FATHER: ROBERT COBB MOTHER: IRALENE RICHARDSON

OCCUPATION: HOMEMAKER

CHURCH AFFILIATION: GRAPEVINE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

SURVIVED BY:

HUSBAND: CHARLES EVANS OF SAN AUGUSTINE

MOTHER: IRALENE RICHARDSON & HUSBAND ROBERT OF SAN AUGUSTINE

SONS: JASON COLE, HUNTER EVANS & CALEB WALL - ALL OF SAN AUGUSTINE

DAUGHTER: KAILEA EVANS OF SAN AUGUSUSTINE

FATHER & MOTHER-IN-LAW: CHARLES & BARBARA EVANS OF SAN AUGUSTINE

SISTERS: TERRY ALLEN OF LONGVIEW; FARAH COUCH & HUSBAND MARTY OF SAN AUGUSTINE

BROTHERS: LANCE ALLEN OF LONGVIEW; GENE COBB & WIFE, REBA OF SAN AUGUSTINE; & RICHARD HERRINGTON & WIFE TAMMY OF HUNTINGTON

GRANDMOTHER: HELEN FULLER OF LONGVIEW

SHE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HER FATHER, ROBERT EARL COBB; STEPMOM & STEPDAD,

HUEY & ANN LONG; GRANDMOTHER, GLADYS HENLEY; GRANDMOTHER, NOTIE COBB

Ann Boatman

Posted About Six Years Ago by Garrison FH

Ann Boatman, 73, of Jacksonville, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2017, in Tyler.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 28, 2017, at Garrison Funeral Home with Bro. Dillon and Bro. Darrell Pollard officiating. Interment will follow at Prospect Cemetery in Rusk County.

Mrs. Boatman was born November 22, 1943, in Minden, to Marvin Kelly and Berta Lee Moon Kelly.

She is survived by:

Sons:

Glenn Boatman and wife, Wendy

Keith Boatman and wife, Jennifer

Grandchildren:

Joshua Boatman

Paige Boatman

Bradley Boatman

Jacie Boatman

Great Grandchild: Kelleigh Johnson

Sister: Jean Sanders

Special Aunt: Avis Moon

Numerous nieces and nephews

Preceded in death by

Husband: Edward Boatman

Parents: Marvin Kelly and Berta Lee Moon Kelly

Sisters: Vonice Patton, Shirley Patton

Brother: Glenn Kelly

Pallbearers will be Wayland Sanders, Louis Sanders, Donald Sanders, Chris Jones, Lil’ Wayland Sanders and Steven Sanders.

Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home.

Mary Peggy Smith

Posted About Six Years Ago by Wyman Roberts FH

NAME: MRS. MARY PEGGY SMITH AGE: 84

ADDRESS: NACOGDOCHES (FORMERLY OF THE DENNING COMMUNITY)

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: 09/25/2017, NACOGDOCHES, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : 07/10/1933, SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE; A PRIVATE MEMORIAL SERVICE WILL BE HELD BY THE FAMILY

AT A LATER DATE

PLACE OF SERVICE:

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION:

PLACE OF VISITATION:

OFFICIATING:

BURIAL:

FATHER: OTIS LEE SANDERS MOTHER: ANNIE (JAMISON) SANDERS

OCCUPATION: CASHIER

SURVIVED BY:

CHILDREN:

ANNETTE CROCKER & HUSBAND BILL OF SAN AUGUSTINE

OSWELL (BUBBA) SMITH, JR. & WIFE DAWN OF CHIRENO

KAY MONTE OF SAN AUGUSTINE

MARY PATE & HUSBAND WESLEY OF CHIRENO

GRANDCHILDREN:

BILL CROCKER & WIFE RUBY OF BRONSON; CHERYL EBERLAN & HUSBAND

ALLEN OF SAN AUGUSTINE; JAMES MONTE & WIFE RACHEL OF SAN AUGUSTINE; MATTHEW SMITH & WIFE RACHEL OF CHIRENO; JOEY SMITH & WIFE TASHA OF CHIRENO; RONNIE PERRY, JR. OF NACOGDOCHES; CHRISTINA PERRY-SEAGO & HUSBAND LAMAR OF MIDLOTHIAN

NUMEROUS GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN & GREAT-GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN

SHE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HER HUSBAND, OSWELL MARVIN (PAT) SMITH; SON, JAMES WESLEY SMITH; & GRANDSON, BEN CROCKER

Bobbie Long Woodfin

Posted About Six Years Ago by Mangum Funeral Home

Bobbie Long Woodfin, 83, of Gary, Texas, passed away on September 26, 2017 in Garrison, Texas. She was born in Gary on April 21, 1934 to J.C. Long and Sybil LaRue Terry Long. Funeral services for Bobbie will be at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 28, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Dale Walker officiating. Interment will follow at Corinth Cemetery in Timpson, Texas. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home.

AnchorBobbie grew up in East Texas, a resident of Gary her entire life. She graduated from Gary High School in 1951. She married the love of her life, Jerry Woodfin, Sr. on October 28, 1952 and the two raised a beautifully family together. Bobbie enjoyed life and family very much. She was very involved with Gary Schools while her boys were young. She also enjoyed every second spent with her grandchildren. She loved to quilt, crochet and needle point. When the weather was right, Bobbie also liked to garden and work in her flower beds. A simple pleasure, but one she very much enjoyed was sweets and ice cream. She was an active member of Tennessee Presbyterian Church. She was also a Past Worth Matron of the Eastern Star.

Bobbie is survived by her loving husband, Jerry Woodfin, Sr.; sons, Jerry Woodfin, Jr. and wife, Pam of Gary, James Woodfin of Gary, and John Woodfin and wife, Sherry, of Gary; grandchildren, Jason Woodfin and wife, Amanda of Gary, Samantha Kennedy and husband, Brad of Clayton, Shane Woodfin and wife, Liza of Gary, Derek Woodfin and wife, Minday of Big Springs, Ryan Woodfin and wife, Quimbly of Big Springs, and Krista Foster and husband, J.W. of New Diana; great grandchildren, Landon, Makayla, Kohl, Aubry, Cheyenne, Cierra, Jace, Kyleigh, Reese, Korbin, Talon, Tripp, and Tucker.

She is preceded in death by her parents, J.C. and Sybil Long, son, Jimmy Woodfin, and an infant brother who passed at birth.

Pallbearers for Bobbie’s service are Jason Woodfin, Derek Woodfin, Ryan Woodfin, Brad Kennedy, Shane Woodfin and J.W. Foster. Honorary pallbearers are all of her great-grandsons.

Shelton "Ronnie" Dickerson

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson & Sons FH

“Ronnie” Dickerson, 66, of Center, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2017, in Center.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 28, 2017, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Karen Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Shelbyville Cemetery in Shelbyville.

Mr. Dickerson was born March 26, 1951, in Jasper, to Jesse James Dickerson and Ruby Kathryn Bailey Dickerson. He served in the United States Army and was a member of First United Methodist Church in Center. Mr. Dickerson was employed as a concrete contractor and builder for many years.

He is survived by

Wife: Nancy Dickerson of Center

Children:

William Dickerson and wife, Linda, of Charleston, South Carolina

Bob Dickerson of Center

Daryn Speed and husband, Michael, of Beckville

Grandchildren:

Kylie Wilburn

John Michael Speed

Brothers and Sister:

Jesse Dickerson and wife, Joyce, of Jasper

Fern Baggett of Hockley

Jim Dickerson and wife, Glenda Sue, of Jasper

Brother-in-law: Guy Harrison of Jasper

Numerous nieces and nephews

Preceded in death by

Parents: Jesse James Dickerson and Ruby Kathryn Bailey Dickerson

Sister: Ruby Harrison

Lynda Sue Curtis

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson & Sons FH

Lynda Sue Curtis, 68, of Shelbyville, passed away from this life peacefully with Doug by her side on Sunday morning, September 24, 2017.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 26, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Pastor Lynn Hitt officiating. Interment will follow at Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville.

Lynda S. Curtis was born March 27, 1949, to Tom and Thelma Swanzy of Shelbyville. She and her husband of 40 years were faithful members of Mission Bend Baptist Church for 39 years, where Lynda served as pianist. She was a CPA for almost 40 years at Melton and Melton CPA’s of Houston. One of Lynda’s favorite things to do in the fall was to travel to Colorado every year with Doug and their dear friends, Bro. and Mrs. Francis Crocker.

She is survived by

Husband: Doug Curtis

Mother-in-law: Bronice Curtis

Sisters-in-law:

Glenda Durdin and husband, Dennis

Ann Gordon and husband, Kenneth

Numerous other family members

A host of friends

Lolly Lynda was a special grandmother to:

Evalyn Grace “Evy” Davis

Preceded in death by

Parents: Thomas Swanzy and Thelma Doggett Swanzy

Pallbearers will be Ron Crocker, Chris Koltonski, Sidney Burns, Ricky Davis, Cody Davis and Dana Weldon. Honorary pallbearers will be Clifford Hamilton, Tommy Gray, John Smith, Keith Risinger, Gary McDonald and Larry McDonald.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Rather Cemetery by mail (11883 Highway 87 South, Shelbyville, Texas 75973) or Alzheimer’s Association by mail (PO Box 96011, Washington, D.C. 20090-6011), phone (800.272.3900) or online (www.alz.org).

The family wants to send a very special thank you to Affinity Hospice and their wonderful staff for the special and loving care during this time. Words cannot express the appreciation to all the private caregivers. Your love and kindness and exceptional care will always be remembered.

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

Billy Lee Brasfield, Jr.

Posted About Six Years Ago by Taylor Funeral Home

Billy Lee Brasfield Jr, 56, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on September 21, 2017 surrounded by loved ones in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born on April 30, 1961 in Columbus, Mississippi to Billy Lee Brasfield Sr. and wife Judy, and the late Patricia Hudson Hamby. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Billy grew up in Millport, Alabama where he attended Millport High School. He met the love of his life, Charlotte, later in life and they were married on February 4, 1995. They cherished over 22 years together. Billy was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Billy was an avid NASCAR racing fan, and spent lots of time watching NHRA drag racing. He also enjoyed spending time outdoors fishing. Billy loved to get in the vehicle and just ride. He loved sightseeing. Billy was a member of Good Hope Baptist Church in Timpson, Texas.

Billy is survived by his loving wife, Charlotte; daughters, Amanda Brownlee and husband Robert Dale, Charolotte Wilbanks and husband Toby Gooch, Tabitha Hammond, Danielle Dailie; sister, Christine Estes; brother, William “Huggie” Brasfield; 15 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; and a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Hudson Hamby; and brother, Joe Bob Brasfield.

To send condolences or sign the online register, please visit www.taylorfh.net.

The family is being served by Taylor Funeral Home

Marshall "Dale" Bradshaw

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson and Sons FH

Marshall “Dale” Bradshaw, 69, of Timpson, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2017, in Nacogdoches.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, September 22, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 23, 2017, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Kim Squiers officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Center.

Mr. Bradshaw was born February 19, 1948, in Atlanta, to Drewie Marshall Bradshaw and Olean Cross Bradshaw. He served in the United States Air Force. Mr. Bradshaw was a member of Appleby Church of Christ.

He is survived by

Wife: Annette Bradshaw of Timpson

Children:

Jennie Alvis and husband, John, of Timpson

Marsha Bradshaw of Center

Joseph Bradshaw and wife, Michelle, of Plano

Grandchildren:

Cody Lampley and wife, Lacey, of Panama City, Florida

Ryan Alvis of Timpson

Great Grandchildren:

Kinley Lampley

Sister: Faye Sigler and husband, James, of Center

Mother: Olean Cross Bradshaw of Timpson

Preceded in death by

Father: Drewie Marshall Bradshaw

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

Annie Laura Jones

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson and Sons FH

Annie Laura Jones, 80, of Center, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2017, at her residence.

Graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, September 23, 2017, at North Jericho Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be held prior to the service at Watson & Sons Funeral Home, beginning at 2:00 p.m.

Mrs. Jones was born May 8, 1937, in Shelby County, to James Otis Christopher and Mary Golden Christopher. She loved quilting, sewing, gardening and cooking. Mrs. Jones was of the Baptist faith.

She is survived by

Husband: Paul Jones of Center

Children:

Mark Jones and wife, Shana, of White Oak

Terry Jones Aldridge and husband, Leon, of Center

Grandchildren:

Tucker Jones

Karen Nix

Shawn Hagler

Great Grandchildren:

Harper Nix

Ellery Nix

Tatum Nix

Sister: Mary Boyd of Livingston

Preceded in death by

Granddaughter: Caitlyn Jones

Pallbearers will be Jim Nix, Shawn Hagler, Mark Jones, Tucker Jones, Leon Aldridge and Ralph Boyd.

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

Kimberly Rickett Burkhalter

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson & Sons Funeral Home

Kimberly Rickett Burkhalter, 44, of Garrison, passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2017, in Nacogdoches.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, September 23, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 11:00 a.m.

Mrs. Burkhalter was born March 3, 1973, in Portsmouth, Ohio, to Henry and Amanda Rickett. She enjoyed spending time with her daughter, gardening, cooking, crocheting and taking care of animals.

She is survived by

Husband: Chris Burkhalter of Garrison

Daughter: Abigail Burkhalter of Garrison

Brother-in-law: Jason Burkhalter of Plano

Mother-in-law: Jane Burkhalter of Houston

Father-in-law: Darrell Burkhalter of The Woodlands

Sisters:

Melissa Lambordo of Seattle, Washington

Brandi Perdue of Portsmouth, Ohio

Sara Cooley of Kentucky

Brother: Christopher Rickett of Ohio

Nieces and Nephews:

Mikayla Poole of Portsmouth, Ohio

Stephanie Cooley of Kentucky

Christina Clark of Ohio

Timothy Hartley of Portsmouth, Ohio

Benjamin Adkins of Portsmouth, Ohio

Waylon Cooley of Kentucky

Jarrod Cooley of New York

Preceded in death by

Sons: Charles Michael Rickett and Christopher Wade Rickett

Parents: Henry and Amanda Rickett

Grandparents: Mitchell and Viola Lykins, Shelby and Hatie Rickett

Nephew: Nathan Adkins

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

Mr. David Earl Dixon

Posted About Six Years Ago by Community Funeral Home

Community Funeral Home announces services for 64 year old Mr. David Earl Dixon of Tenaha. Mr. Dixon passed away Saturday morning at Green Acres Nursing Home. His wake will be held Friday 6p-8p at Benford Chapel Baptist Church in Tenaha, TX. Services will be held Saturday at 2pm at Benford Chapel Baptist Church in Tenaha. Interment to follow at the Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Center, TX with Pastor Joseph Hall Sr. officiating.

Mr. David Earl Dixon is Survived by:

1 Daughter: Sinda Landon of Houston, TX

3 Sons: Darrion (Tameka) Landon of Center, TX

Ron (Tracy) Landon of Tenaha, TX

David Dewayne (Tameka) Landon of Henderson, TX

6 Grandchildren

Minister Prentice Sanders

Posted About Six Years Ago by Community Funeral Home

Community Funeral Home announces services for 58 year old Minister Prentice Sanders of Center. Mr. Sanders passed away Saturday in Houston. His wake will be held Friday 6p-8p at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center. Services will be held Saturday at 11am at Community Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow at the Mt. Zion Cemetery in Timpson, TX with Bishop Zep Swindle officiating.

Minister Prentice Sanders is Survived by:

Wife: Alice Faye Garrett Sanders of Center, TX

Father: Bluford Telfire of Shelbyville, TX

1 Son: Samual Sanders of Center, TX

1 Brother: Sam Sanders of Center, TX

2 Sisters: Dorothy Mae Horton of Center, TX

Marie (Otis) Rabenell of Dallas, TX

1 Aunt: Pauline Cartwright of Shelbyville, TX

Julie Marie Craig

Posted About Six Years Ago by Wyman Roberts FH

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces services for Julie Marie Craig, age 53, of Lufkin, TX.

Date / place of death: 09/17/2017, Lufkin, TX

Date / place of birth: 10/21/1963, San Augustine, TX

Date / time of service: Saturday, 09/23/2017, 1:00 p.m.

Place of service: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine

Date / time of visitation: Friday, 09/22/2017, 5-8 p.m.

Place of visitation: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine

Officiating: Randall Craig

Burial: Macune Cemetery, San Augustine county, TX

Father: Marvin Craig Mother: Dorothy Hanzel

Occupation: Homemaker

Church affiliation: Macune Baptist church, San Augustine County

Survived by:

Fiance': Ron Reynolds of Lufkin

Daughter: Chesnee Raymond of Shelbyville

Brothers: Steven Curtis Craig & wife Patricia of Houston

Dalton Lee Craig of San Augustine

4 nieces & 4 nephews

19 great nieces & nephews: 4 great-great-nieces & nephews

She was preceded in death by her parents, Marvin & Dorothy Craig; son, Colton Chase Raymond; sister, Kathy Capes; brother, Alan Craig; nephew, James Capes

Mrs. Lula Belle Bailey

Posted About Six Years Ago by Wyman Roberts FH

NAME: MRS. LULA BELLE BAILEY AGE: 84

ADDRESS: SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: 09/18/2017, RESIDENCE, SAN AUGUSTINE

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : 10/19/1932, SAN AUGUSTINE

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE; THURSDAY, 09/21/2017, 11:00 A.M.

PLACE OF SERVICE: WYMAN ROBERTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, SAN AUGUSTINE

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: WEDNESDAY, 09/20/2017, 5-8 P.M.

PLACE OF VISITATION: WYMAN ROBERTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, SAN AUGUSTINE

OFFICIATING: ROBERT EASTERLING

BURIAL: MT. PLEASANT CEMETERY, SHELBY COUNTY, TEXAS

FATHER: FRANK WHITE MOTHER: ALMA HOLT

OCCUPATION: SOUTHWESTERN BELL TELEPHONE (32 YEARS)

CHURCH AFFILIATION: BAPTIST

SURVIVED BY:

SONS: ROBERT "BOB" MARSHALL & WIFE KAT OF CLEVELAND, TEXAS

STANLEY BAILEY & WIFE KAYLA OF NACOGDOCHES, TEXAS

GRANDCHILDREN: BRYCE & BRET BAILEY; CHRISTIAN MARSHALL

SISTER: LAVERNE BARFIELD OFLAROSE, LA.

SHE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HER PARENTS; HUSBAND, ALBERT BAILEY; SISTER,

MARIE THORNTON; AND BROTHERS, T.H. AND JAMES ALBERT WHITE.

Cecil Murray

Posted About Six Years Ago by Wyman Roberts FH

NAME: MR. CECIL MURRAY AGE: 92

ADDRESS: PRINCETON, TEXAS (FORMERLY OF SAN AUGUSTINE)

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: 09/16/2017, MCKINNEY, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : 01/13/1925, SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY, TEXAS

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE; TUESDAY, 09/19/2017, 1:00 P.M.

PLACE OF SERVICE: WYMAN ROBERTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, SAN AUGUSTINE

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: MONDAY, 09/18/2017, 5 TIL 8 P.M.

PLACE OF VISITATION: WYMAN ROBERTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, SAN AUGUSTINE

OFFICIATING: BRO. STEVEN WARREN

BURIAL: MACUNE CEMETERY, SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY

FATHER: THOMAS ALBERT MURRAY MOTHER: EMMA BELLE QUINN

OCCUPATION: RETTIRED - PARTS MANAGER AT SAN AUGUSTINE FORD MOTOR COMPANY/

PART TIME (ALONG WITH HIS WIFE) MOTEL BUSINESS MANAGER; & PART TIME CHURCH CUSTODIAN.

MILITARY: U.S. ARMY

CHURCH AFFILIATION: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, SAN AUGUSTINE

ORGANIZATIONS: VFW POST #9313, SAN AUGUSTINE

SURVIVED BY:

DAUGHTER: LAQUINTA DIERCKS & HUSBAND JACK OF BRANCH, TEXAS

GRANDSON: TONY DIERCKS & WIFE MANDY OF LUCAS, TEXAS

GRANDDAUGHTER: NIKKI DUNCAN & HUSBAND JASON OF BRANCH, TEXAS

GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN: LANDRY, MEGAN, CLAY, JACK & NORA

SISTER: GRACE PRICE & HUSBAND DONALD OF RICHARDSON, TEXAS

BROTHERS: HERBERT MURRAY & WIFE DARLENE OF IRVING, TEXAS

DONESE MURRAY & WIFE DOLORES OF MESQUITE, TEXAS

HE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HIS WIFE, BETTY MURRAY; AND SISTER, MARTHA MURRAY.

Larry D. "Bubba" Byrnes

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson & Sons FH

Larry D. “Bubba” Byrnes, 64, of Center, passed away Sunday, September 17, 2017, at his residence.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 19, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 20, 2017, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Chuck Horton and Tim Roberts officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

His survivors include

Wife of 43 years: Mary Byrnes of Center

Sons:

Jonathan Byrnes of Center

Larry Joseph Byrnes of Center

Brother: Chris Byrnes and wife, Tina, of Center

Sister:

Pam Porter and husband, Russell, of Gary

Mother-in-law: Evelyn Sanford of Center

Brothers-in-law:

Dennis Crowley and wife, Stacie, of Huntsville

Charles Crowley of Center

Sisters-in-law:

JoBeth Kimbro and husband, Tom, of Center

JoAnn Dodson and husband, J.D., of Center

Aunts:

Loyce Watson of Center

Allorah Jo Byrnes of Denver, Colorado

Numerous cousins, friends and relatives

Special Friend: Amy Allen of Harbor Hospice

Sister: Scheli Holloway

Preceded in death by

Parents: C. M. “Larry” and Billye J. Watson Byrnes

Grandparents: Thomas D. and Minnie Watson, Clarence and Annie Faye Byrnes

Brother-in-law: Larry Danny Crowley

Sister-in-law: Lisa Scott Byrnes

Nephew: Clint Fenton

On November 4, 1952, Larry Douglas “Bubba” Byrnes started his life’s journey in Center, Texas. At 18 months of age, he contracted polio and was paralyzed from the waist down. His parents never allowed him to think of himself as disabled. With hard work and perseverance, he accomplished his goals of swimming, horseback riding, motorcycling, snow skiing, baseball and whatever he set his mind to do.

Bubba was a 1972 graduate of Center High School. He started Byrnes Dental Lab in Center after completing dental school. In 1974, he was accepted into the MD Anderson Maxillofacial Prosthetics. After completing, he went into the field of orthotics at Medical Center Brace in Houston. Bubba moved back to Center in 1981, where he became partners with his family in ventures such as owning and operating assisted living facilities and the JOI Ranch until his retirement.

For the past five years, Bubba, “Cowboy” as he was known, was a dedicated volunteer with the East Texas Motorcycles Enthusiasts Inc. in Chireno to contribute to Make A Wish Foundation. Cowboy loved this foundation because he always said, “It’s all about the kids.” He dearly loved his extended family and friends of ETME.

Pallbearers will be Trey Byrnes, Beau Buster Byrnes, Morgan Bailey, Stephen Kimbro, Adam Kimbro, Russ Porter, Patrick Porter, Keith Askew and Brian Smith.

A special thank you to Dr. Joseph Scarmado and his staff. Also, a very special thank you to Harbor Hospice.

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

Aline Gage

Posted About Six Years Ago by Wyman Roberts FH

NAME: MRS. ALINE GAGE AGE: 78

ADDRESS: SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: 09/13/2017, SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : 04/03/1939, ZWOLLE, LOUISIANA

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE; SATURDAY, 09/16/2017, 1:00 P.M. (ROSARY 10 AM TIL 11 AM)

PLACE OF SERVICE: WYMAN ROBERTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, SAN AUGUSTINE

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: SATURDAY, 09/16/2017, 11 AM TIL 1 PM

PLACE OF VISITATION: WYMAN ROBERTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, SAN AUGUSTINE

OFFICIATING: FATHER SAISA AVULA

BURIAL: SAN AUGUSTINE CITY CEMETERY, SAN AUGUSTINE

FATHER: HENRY EBARB MOTHER: FRANCES SEPULVADO

OCCUPATION: HEADSTART TEACHER; HOMEMAKER

CHURCH AFFILIATION: ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH

SURVIVED BY:

DAUGHTER: JANE ELLA WILLIAMS & HUSBAND BILL OF BRONSON

SONS: ROGER LEE GAGE & WIFE ANN OF CONROE, TX

DENNIS GAGE & WIFE BLAIRE OF BUFFALO, TX.

SISTERS: NELL "TOOTSIE" LEONE OF ZWOLLE, LA.

FRANCES SHIRLEY RICHARDS OF HOUSTON, TX.

8 GRANDCHILDREN; 9 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN;

1 GREAT-GREAT-GRANDCHILD

SHE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HER PARENTS; HUSBANDM BILL GAGE; DAUGHTER,

LORETTA FRANCES GAGE; BROTHERS, JOHNNY, J.W., TONY, & JESSIE EBARD; SISTER,

MINNIE KNIGHT; AND GRANDCHILD, GINA FRANCINE SNIDER

Johnny Ray Shumway

Posted About Six Years Ago by Mangum Funeral Home

Johnny Ray Shumway, 65, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on September 13, 2017 in Joaquin. He was born on March 16, 1952 in Houston, Texas to Emmitt Johnny Shumway and Francis Louise Pate Shumway. A private memorial will be held at a later date.

Johnny grew up in Conroe, Texas where he graduated from Conroe High School. After graduation, he moved to Florida where he remained for over twenty years working as a truck driver. Later, he moved back to Joaquin to be closer to family and friends in the area. Johnny's favorite thing of all was spending time with his son. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching football. He also treasured the moments spent with his family.

Johnny is survived by his son, Johnny Ray Shumway, Jr. of Joaquin and his brother, Guy Shumway and wife, Debbie of Joaquin.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Emmitt Johnny Shumway and Francis Pate Shumway; brother, Lionel Shumway; and sisters LaQuida Shumway and Belinda Day.

The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.

Tucker David Dawson

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson & Sons FH

Tucker David Dawson, infant son of Cody and Jessica Dawson, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2017, in Dallas.

Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 15, 2017, at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Bro. Ron Luman officiating.

Tucker was born September 11, 2017, in Nacogdoches.

He is survived by

Parents: Cody and Jessica Dawson of Center

Sister: Taegan Dawson of Center

Grandparents:

Charles and Jeanie “KoKo” Bridges of Center

Chester and Linda Dawson of Center

Great Grandparents:

Linda Bridges of Tenaha

Donald Hataway of Tenaha

Karen Beard of Center

Tim and Mary Anderson of Center

Aunt: Lindsay Smith and husband, Eric, of Conroe

Preceded in death by

Great Grandparents: Leon and Billie Livingston, J.W. Dawson, David Bridges

Great Great Grandparents: Billie and Rudy Youngblood, Willard Robison, James Bridges

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Tucker Dawson’s Medical Expenses Account at Shelby Savings Bank in Center.

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

Bertis Wells

Posted About Six Years Ago by Wyman Roberts FH

NAME: MR. BERTIS WELLS AGE: 77

ADDRESS: SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: 09/13/2017, SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : 03/07/1940, NACOGDOCHES, TEXAS

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE; FRIDAY, 09/15/2017, 11:00 A.M.

PLACE OF SERVICE: SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY COWBOY CHURCH, SAN AUGUSTINE

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: THURSDAY, 09/14/2017, 4 TIL 7 P.M.

PLACE OF VISITATION: SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY COWBOY CHURCH, SAN AUGUSTINE

OFFICIATING: BRO. JIM MOSS

BURIAL: LIBERTY HILL CEMETERY, SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY, TEXAS

FATHER: OPAL L. WELLS MOTHER: LOTIS E. MARSHALL

OCCUPATION: BANKER/BUSINESS MANAGER, INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

SURVIVED BY:

WIFE: JOANN WELLS OF SAN AUGUSTINE

SON: JASON WELLS OF CENTER

DAUGHTERS: JENNA WELLS PENICK & HUSBAND MARTIN OF NACOGDOCHES PAULA WELLS OF NACOGDOCHES

SISTER: BONNIE WELLS CRUZE OF NACOGDOCHES

STEPDAUGHTER: JOY FOX OF LONGVIEW, TEXAS

GRANDCHILDREN: BRADY WELLS, BRANDT WELLS, CASEY MCDONALD, LAURA BELL, LESLIE VAN DYKE NUMEROUS OTHER COUSINS, FRIENDS AND RELATIVES

Alice Hancock

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Mrs. Alice Hancock, age 59, of Hemphill, Texas. Mrs. Hancock passed away on September 10, 2017 at her home in Hemphill, Texas.

FUNERAL SERVICE

Saturday, September 16, 2017

11 a.m.

Macedonia Baptist Church

Interment in Macedonia Cemetery

Rev. Darrlye Holmes, officiating minister

Visitation

Friday, September 15, 2017

1:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.

Garner & Son Chapel

SURVIVORS

Husband Rev. George Hancock of Hemphill, Texas

Son Desmond Hancock of Baumhulder, Germany

Kenneth Hancock of Quitman, Texas

5 Grandchildren 2 great grandchildren

Brother James Singletary of Houston, Texas

Sister Ginger Grace (Sherman) of Floriene, LA

Special Niece Vernessa Grace

As well as a host of other relatives and friends

Robert Williams

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Mr. Robert Williams, age 57, of Houston, Texas. Mr. Williams passed away on September 09, 2017 in Houston, Texas. he is a native of the Pisgha Community of San Augustine, Texas.

FUNERAL SERVICE

Saturday, September 16, 2017

11 a.m.

Pisgha Baptist Church

Interment in Pisgha Cemetery

Rev. Anthony Quin Brooks

Visitation

Friday, September 15, 2017

1:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.

Garner & Son Chapel

SURVIVORS

7 sisters Sandra Williams of Houston, Texas

Bobbie Williams of Houston, Texas

Sharon Williams of Houston, Texas

Christian Williams of Houston, Texas

Carolyn Jones of Houston, Texas

Laura Johnson of Houston, Texas

Arzella Freeman of Broaddus, Texas

And a host of other relatives and friends

Anita Darcell Reed

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Ms. Anita Darcell Reed, age 53, of San Augustine, Texas. Ms. Reed passed away on September 09, 2017 due to injuries received in a two vehicle accident on Highway 96 North of San Augustine, Texas.

Graveside SERVICE

Saturday, September 16, 2017

2:00 p.m.

Roberts Cemetery

Rev. Ardis Mosby officiating

SURVIVORS

Husband Alvin Potak of San Augustine, TX

Mother Evelyn Jones of Center, Texas

Brother Bryant Jones of Center, Texas

Host of Aunts, Uncles, other relatives and friends.

Myra Jean Smith

Posted About Six Years Ago by Mangum Funeral Home

Myra Jean Smith, 68, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on September 5, 2017 in Center, Texas. She was born on July 26, 1949 in Kansas to George W. Brooks and Mildred Juanita Shawn Brooks. A private family memorial will be held at a later date.

Myra is survived by her husband, James Smith; son, Michael Bryan; daughter, Michelle Schumtz and husband, Rodney; brother, George Brooks and wife, Wanda; grandchildren, Patrick Schmutz and wife, Faith, Sarah Schmutz, Kayden Wilder, and Kamden Wilder.

She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Mildred Brooks and her brother, Larry Brooks.

The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net.

Mozelle Lee Belsha Akins

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson & Sons FH

Mozelle Lee Belsha Akins, 62, of Center, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2017, in Nacogdoches.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 13, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will follow at New Hope Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 noon.

Mrs. Akins was born November 12, 1954, in Center, to Earl Erwin Belsha and Ruby Christine Pate Belsha. She was a member of Central Baptist Church in Center.

She is survived by

Children:

Michelle Lee and Anthony Parish of Center

Jerry Wayne Akins II of Center

Jeffery Michael Akins of Center

Jennifer Marie Akins and fiancé, John Willoughby, of Center

Grandchildren:

Enedina Akins

Maria Tavera

Jose Tavera

Haley Parish

Hannah Parish

Jerry Wayne Akins III

Bentley Stephen Akins

Timberly Faith Akins

Isabella Grace Akins

Chasity Cheshire

Colton Cheshire

Gracelyn Cheshire

Medilynn Cheshire

Brantlee Akins

Grayson Wayne Akins

Kylie Williams

Sisters and Brother:

Carolyn Moore of Waco

Vera Mae Nimitz and husband, Joe, of Hillister

Dianne Freeman of Mansfield, Louisiana

Nelda McCawley of Center

Charles Belsha of Center

Special Nieces:

Melinda Hughes

Angela Cuello

Special Nephew: Kenneth Wayne Hayes

Special Cousin: Ann Walker

Preceded in death by

Husband: Jerry Wayne Akins Sr.

Parents: Earl Erwin Belsha and Ruby Christine Pate Belsha

Brothers: Tommy Ray Belsha, Johnny Earl Belsha, Robert Adams

Pallbearers will be Jack Hughes Jr., Joseph Bartlett, Charles Belsha, Anthony Parish, William Jacobs, Kenneth Hayes and Billy Adams.

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

Lula Belle Nutter

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Lula Belle Nutter, 87, of Shelbyville, Texas passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2017 in Center, Texas. She was born on June 20, 1930 in Hico, West Virginia to Walter Lee Norman and Minnie Belle Carte Norman. Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, September 15, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home.

Lula was born and raised in Hico, West Virginia where she graduated from Hico High School. After graduation, Lula married Lyle Clifford “Buck” Nutter on February 24, 1950 and she made a life as a homemaker. Lula enjoyed leading a simple life, but one full of laughter and love. She knew her way around the kitchen and loved cooking. She also had a great time on trips to the casino. Most of all, Lula treasured the moments spent with her children and grandchildren.

Lula is survived by sons, Clifford Nutter and wife, Denise and Rick Nutter and wife, Jan; daughters, Cindy Tate and husband, Don, and Bonnie Hawver and husband, Ken; grandchildren, David Ford and wife, Lien, Jeremy Ford and wife, Myra, Chane Stanley and wife, Janet, Janan Kent and husband, Eric, John Nutter and wife, Shareal, Brad Nutter and wife, Lori, Josh Hawver and wife, Katie, and Brittany Bland and husband, Matt; fifteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Lyle Clifford “Buck” Nutter; her parents, Walter and Minnie Belle Norman; one son, Teddy Nutter; brothers, JC Norman, Lee “Shorty” Norman, Leonard Norman, Odie Norman, and Clinton “CC” Norman; and sisters Blaine Norman and Rachel Norman.

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

Dalton "Mo" Butler

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NAME: Dalton "Mo" Butler AGE: 63

ADDRESS: San Augustine

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: 09/09/2017 San Augustine, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : 10/20/1953 Nacogdoches, TEXAS

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE; Monday, 09/11/2017 AT 10 A.M.

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

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Sunday, 09/10/2017, 5 P.M. TO 8 P.M.

PLACE OF VISITATION: Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church

OFFICIATING: Bro. Randy Mills

BURIAL: SHILOH CEMETERY, SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY, TEXAS

FATHER: Brice Butler MOTHER: Freddie Merle (Knous) Butler

OCCUPATION: Carpenter, Construction, Handyman

CHURCH AFFILIATION: CHURCH OF CHRIST

SURVIVED BY:

Wife Sena Butler of Huntington; Mother Freddie Butler; 2 Brothers Kyle Butler and wife Mary & Harold Butler and Anita White both of San Augustine; Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends

Preceded in death by Father Brice Butler

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

Mozelle Lee Belsha Akins

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson & Sons FH

Mozelle Lee Belsha Akins, 62, of Center, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2017, in Nacogdoches.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 13, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Danny Dodson officiating. Interment will follow at New Hope Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 noon.

Mrs. Akins was born November 12, 1954, in Center, to Earl Erwin Belsha and Ruby Christine Pate Belsha. She was a member of Central Baptist Church in Center.

She is survived by:

Children:

Michelle Lee and Anthony Parish of Center

Jerry Wayne Akins II of Center

Jeffery Michael Akins of Center

Jennifer Marie Akins and fiancé, John Willoughby, of Center

Grandchildren:

Enedina Akins

Maria Tavera

Jose Tavera

Haley Parish

Hannah Parish

Jerry Wayne Akins III

Bentley Stephen Akins

Timberly Faith Akins

Isabella Grace Akins

Chasity Cheshire

Colton Cheshire

Gracelyn Cheshire

Medilynn Cheshire

Brantlee Akins

Sisters and Brother:

Carolyn Moore of Waco

Vera Mae Nimitz and husband, Joe, of Hillister

Dianne Freeman of Mansfield, Louisiana

Nelda McCawley of Center

Charles Belsha of Center

Special Nieces:

Melinda Hughes

Angela Cuello

Special Nephew: Kenneth Wayne Hayes

Special Cousin: Ann Walker

Preceded in death by

Husband: Jerry Wayne Akins Sr.

Parents: Earl Erwin Belsha and Ruby Christine Pate Belsha

Brothers: Tommy Ray Belsha, Johnny Earl Belsha, Robert Adams

Pallbearers will be Jack Hughes Jr., Joseph Bartlett, Charles Belsha, Anthony Parish, William Jacobs, Kenneth Hayes and Billy Adams.

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

Juanita Faye Smith

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Juanita Faye Smith, 76, of Lone Oak, Texas, formerly a long time resident of Huxley Bay, passed away on September 7, 2017 in McKinney.

She was born on April 16, 1941 in Honolulu, Hawaii to James Alexander Burgess and Francis Maria Decoster Burgess. Funeral Services for Mrs. Smith will be at 1:00 PM on Monday, September 11, 2017 at Toledo Bend Cowboy Church in Huxley, Texas with Bro. Jeff Spring officiating. Interment will follow at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley.

Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home in Center, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Wimberly Cemetery, 11466 FM 2694, Shelbyville, Texas 75973.

Hannah Abel

Posted About Six Years Ago by Wyman Roberts FH

NAME: HANNAH ABEL AGE: 18

ADDRESS: CHIRENO, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: 09/05/2017 CHIRENO, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : 01/30/1999 LUFKIN, TEXAS

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE; SAT., 9/09/2017 AT 11 A.M.

PLACE OF SERVICE: WYMAN ROBERTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: FRI, 09/08/2017, 5 P.M. TO 8 P.M.

PLACE OF VISITATION: WYMAN ROBERTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL

BURIAL: BROADDUS CEMETERY

FATHER: BUCK ABEL MOTHER: CAROL BARNETT

CHURCH AFFILIATION: CHURCH OF CHRIST

SURVIVED BY:

MOTHER AND STEP-DAD, CAROL AND TERRY BARNETT OF CHIRENO,

SISTERS, SHELBY TREADAWAY AND HER HUSBAND, DUSTIN OF BROADDUS,

NIKKIE MORRISON AND HER HUSBAND, KIRK OF LIVINGSTON;

GRANDFATHER, SIM ABEL OF BROADDUS,

NIECE, ALLYSON MORRISON OF LIVINGSTON, ALONG WITH NUMEROUS AUNTS,

COUSINS, AND FRIENDS.

SHE IS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY FATHER, BUCK ABEL; HER MEMAW, MARY ABEL;

GRANDPA, RONALD ROSSON; GRANDMAS, JOHNIE FAYE ROSSON AND JEANNINE BARNETT.

Jean Smith - Pending

Posted About Six Years Ago by Mangum Funeral Home

Jean "Myra" Smith, 68, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 in Center, Texas. She was born on July 26, 1949. Services are pending at this time with Mangum Funeral Home.

Danny Patterson Tomlin

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson & Sons FH

Danny Patterson Tomlin, 70, of Center, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2017, at his residence.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 7, 2017, at Providence Missionary Baptist Church in Center with Bro. Charles Williams officiating. Interment will follow at Forbis Cemetery in Shelby County. Visitation will be held prior to the service at Providence Missionary Baptist Church, beginning at 11:00 a.m.

Mr. Tomlin was born February 24, 1947, in Center, to E. A. “Nig” Tomlin and Maxine Anthony Tomlin. He graduated from Center High School. Mr. Tomlin served in the United States Marine Corps and later became a self-employed carpenter. One of his proudest accomplishments was being involved in the construction of Providence Missionary Baptist Church in Center, which he was a member for many years. Mr. Tomlin enjoyed hunting and making trips to Colorado. Above all, he cherished the moments he spent being “Poppa” to his grandchildren.

He is survived by

Wife of 51 years: Barbara Graves Tomlin of Center

Sons:

Anthony Lee Tomlin and wife, Cindy, of Center

David Joshua Tomlin of Center

Grandchildren:

Alex Tomlin

Blaine Tomlin

Wil Tomlin

Taylor Tomlin

Sisters:

Dianne Tomlin of Nacogdoches

Kathy Tomlin Hagen of Nacogdoches

Jeannette Tomlin Bonner and husband, Randy, of Joaquin

Paula Tomlin Spann and husband, Chuck, of Center

Brother: Jim Tomlin and wife, Cathy, of Center

Preceded in death by

Parents: E. A. “Nig” Tomlin and Maxine Anthony Tomlin

Pallbearers will be James Lynn Livingston, Ronny Rudd, Pete Andrews, Ricky Cockrell, Brad Cockrell and David Wheeler.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Wounded Warrior Project by mail (PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517), phone (877.832.6997), or online (www.woundedwarriorproject.org). Also, donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital by mail (501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105), phone (800.805.5856) or online (www.stjude.org).

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

Jessie "Muriel" Nicholson

Posted About Six Years Ago by Wyman Roberts FH

NAME: MRS. JESSIE "MURIEL" NICHOLSON AGE: 85

ADDRESS: BEAUMONT, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: 09/03/2017 BAYTOWN, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : 05/26/1932, ZAVALLA, TEXAS

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE; FRI., 9/08/2017 AT 2 P.M.

PLACE OF SERVICE: WYMAN ROBERTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: FRI, 09/08/2017, 1 P.M. TO 2 P.M.

PLACE OF VISITATION: WYMAN ROBERTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL

OFFICIATING: RALPH THOMPSON

BURIAL: LIBERTY HILL MEMORIAL GARDEN

FATHER: MAXIE H. NICHOLSON MOTHER: FANNIE LOU SMITHART

OCCUPATION: BOOKKEEPER (FUELING INDUSTRY)

CHURCH AFFILIATION: AMELIA BAPTIST CHURCH

SURVIVED BY:

HER CHILDREN, DON NICHOLSON AND HIS WIFE, KATE OF WILLIS,

MAXINE NICHOLSON OF CYPRESS,

PAUL NICHOLSON AND HIS WIFE, DENISE OF BAYTOWN,

MARK NICHOLSON AND HIS WIFE, ANN OF CABOT, ARKANSAS

10 GRANDCHILDREN AND 12 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN.

Mary Barton Carter

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson & Sons FH

Mary Barton Carter, 87, of the Paxton Community of Shelby County, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2017, in Center.

Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 6, 2017, at Old Home Cemetery in Shelby County with Bro. Hollis Bass officiating.

Mrs. Carter was born March 18, 1930, in the Paxton Community of Shelby County, to George Hutto and Rosie Head Hutto. She was a member of Old Home Missionary Baptist Church in Shelby County.

She is survived by

Children:

Polley Eddins and husband, Benny, of Center

George Elton Barton and wife, Lisa, of Joaquin

Danny Wayne Barton of the Paxton Community of Shelby County

Jimmy Barton of the Paxton Community of Shelby County

Numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren

Preceded in death by

Husband: Dewey E. Barton

Husband: Charlie Carter

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

Rolland Glen Hall

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Mr. Rolland Glen Hall, age 61, of Houston, Texas. Mr. Hall passed away on August 30, 2017 at Memorial Herman Southwest Hospital in Houston, Texas.

FUNERAL SERVICE

Saturday, September 9, 2017

1:00 p.m.

County Line Baptist Church

Interment Gasby New Zion Cemetery

Rev. Gaylon Taylor, Officiating

Wake and Visitation

Friday, September 8, 2017

6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

Ross Mortuary Chapel, Houston, Texas

SURVIVORS

Wife: Mary Hawkins Hall of Houston, Texas

Children Jaron Bowens of Houston Texas

Curtis Hawkins of Houston, Texas

Delvin Hawkins and Natasha Hawkins of Mississippi

15 grandchildren 6 great grandchildren

Brothers: James H. Moore(Karen) of Simi Valley, California

Johnny Moore (Myrtle) of Houston Texas

James Lane Jr, of Geneva, Texas

Sisters: Mary Dodd of Nacogdoches, Texas

Jeanette Stevens of Houston Texas

A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Zelna Hughes Belsha

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson & Sons FH

Zelna Hughes Belsha, 82, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, September 1, 2017, at her residence.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, September 4, 2017, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 5, 2017, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Bill Sheffield officiating. Interment will follow at Jackson Cemetery in Shelby County.

Mrs. Belsha was born April 29, 1935, in Joaquin, to Leon G. Hughes and Nellie Lucille Jackson Hughes. She enjoyed gardening and was known for her beautiful flower beds. Mrs. Belsha loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She was of the Baptist faith.

She is survived by

Daughter: Reené Hooper and husband, Duane, of Houston, Texas

Grandchildren:

Timothy D. Hooper of Los Angeles, California

Robert Brian Hooper and wife, Rachael, of Shreveport, Louisiana

Alicia Diane Hamilton and husband, Jeff, of Joaquin, Texas

William Preston Hooper of Austin, Texas

Callie Reené Briggs and husband, Jackie, of Logansport, Louisiana

Amy Diane Fonseca and husband, Rafael, of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, Burlington County, New Jersey

Alex Hooper and wife, Evette, of Houston, Texas

14 Great Grandchildren

7 Great Great Grandchildren

Sister: Sue Weaver and husband, Buford, of Center, Texas

Sisters-in-law:

Bonnie Baggett

Nelwyn Ables

Brother-in-law: Howard Belsha

Numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends

Preceded in death by

Husband: Lamar Belsha

Parents: Leon G. Hughes and Nellie Lucille Jackson Hughes

Brother: Bo Hughes

Pallbearers will be Alex Hooper, Jackie Briggs, Will Hooper, Chad Hughes, Rob Hooper and Pete Owens. Honorary pallbearers will be Jake Chapman, Tye Chapman and Rafael Fonseca.

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

Jeff Parker

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Jeff Parker, 54, of Center, passed away Friday, September 1, 2017, in Center.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, September 3, 2017, at Sardis Church in Shelby County with Bro. Carlos Martinez officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 noon.

Mr. Parker was born June 1, 1963, in Shelby County, to Tommy Wayne Parker and Louise Chambliss Parker. He was a devoted Christian, a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. Mr. Parker loved spending time with his family. He was of the Pentecostal faith.

He is survived by

Wife of 32 years: Betty Parker

Children:

Laurie Perez and husband, Antonio

Chris Scott and Preslie Nichols

Jason Parker and wife, Jody

Grandchildren:

Courtney Bass

Brittany Bass

Logan Scott

Jalynn Durbin

Lynsie Durbin

Jaycee Parker

Colton Parker

Joshua Parker

Father: Tommy Parker

Sisters:

Rebecca Jean Parker Stokes

Mary Evelyn Glaze

Brothers:

Kenneth “Bo” Parker and wife, Tina

Edwin Parker and Brandy McCulloch

Steve Parker and wife, Jill

Aunts:

Charlsie Packwood and Ora Bell Sullivan

Barbie Chambliss and husband, Robert

Sharon Chambliss

Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by

Mother: Louise Glaze

Niece: Franshaire

Grandparents: Thomas A. and Mandy L. Chambliss, Clarence A. and Viola E. Parker

Pallbearers will be Jay Robertson, Buddy McGown, Chad Martinez, Richard Dyson Sr., Joel Olivarez, Richard Dyson Jr.

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

Alvin Willoughby

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Alvin Willoughby, 78, passed away on September 1, 2017 in Humble, Texas. He was born in Center, Texas on April 28, 1939 to John Elvin Willoughby and Gertrude Broadway Willoughby. Funeral services for Mr. Willoughby will be at 2:00 PM, Monday, September 4, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel in Center, Texas with Rev. Andy Wilson officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery. A visitation will be held prior to the service from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Monday, September 4, 2017 at Mangum Funeral Home.

Alvin was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who thoroughly enjoyed every second spent with his family and friends. “Dood,” as he was often called, could be found on the open road riding his motorcycle whenever he had the chance.

Alvin is survived by his sons, Tony Willoughby and wife, Traci of Center, Texas and Shane Willoughby and wife, Maria of Cleveland, Texas; step-daughters, Carol Morgan of Cleveland, Texas and Leigh Crouch of Cleveland, Texas; thirteen grandchildren, Angel Minter, Carlos Lecksma, Waylon Willoughby, Wyatt Willoughby, Heavenlee Willoughby, Britlee Sullivan, Levi Willoughby, Lincoln Willoughby, Austin Craig, Hagan Craig, Dusti Willoughby, Terri Marshal, and John Willoughby; and eight great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his wife and the mother of his children, Elsie Willoughby; parents, John Elvin and Gertrude Willoughby; one son, Rodney Willoughby; Janice Willoughby and Jean Willoughby.

Pallbearers for Mr. Willoughby’s service will be Billy Bob McAdams, Lonnie Dodd, Dick Gee, Josh McAdams, Raymond Singltary and Roe Belrose.

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

Carla Wynette Johnson

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NAME: CARLA WYNETTE JOHNSON

AGE: 34

ADDRESS: BROADDUS

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: 08/31/2017, BROADDUS, TEXAS

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : 05/02/1983, TYLER, TEXAS

DATE / TIME OF SERVICE; MONDAY, SEPT. 4, 2017, AT 2 P.M.

PLACE OF SERVICE: SAN AUGUSTINE COWBOY CHURCH SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: SUN., 9/3/2017 5 P.M. TO 8 P.M.

PLACE OF VISITATION: SAN AUGUSTINE COWBOY CHURCH

OFFICIATING: CHRIS BURRIS

BURIAL: DICKERSON CEMETERY, SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY, TEXAS

OCCUPATION: HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR, AND AVID OUTSDOORLADY. HUNTING AND FISHING WERE VERY DEAR TO HER.

CHURCH AFFILIATION: SAN AUGUSTINE COWBOY CHURCH, SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS

SURVIVED BY:

HER PARENTS, WAYNE AND BRENDA HIGHTOWER OF SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY,

SONS, CODY AND CALEB JOHNSON OF HUNTINGTON,

BROTHERS, STACY HIGHTOWER AND HIS WIFE, LAILLE OF LUFKIN AND SCOTT HIGHTOWER

AND HIS WIFE, CHRIS OF LUFKIN,

SISTERS, TRACY SCHUTTS AND HER HUSBAND, LANCE OF SAN ANTONIO AND PAULA PORTER

AND HER HUSBAND ROGER OF CENTER, ALONG WITH A HOST OF NUMEROUS

NIECES, NEPHEWS, COUSINS AND DEAR FREINDS.

SHE IS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HER SISTER, JESSCIA HIGHTOWER.

Billie R. "Reggie" Warren

Posted About Six Years Ago by Watson & Sons FH

Billie R. “Reggie” Warren, 67, of Queen City, Texas, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2017, in Queen City, Texas.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 2, 2017, at Old Home Church in Shelby County with Bro. Hollis Bass officiating. Interment will follow at Old Home Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 noon.

Mr. Warren was born December 25, 1949, in Mexia, Texas, to Billie L. Warren and June M. Little Warren. He was a member of Open Door Baptist Church in Queen City, Texas.

He is survived by

Wife: Debora A. Warren of Queen City, Texas

Children:

Marty Warren and wife, Lori, of Brazoria, Texas

Ginna Stivers and husband, William, of Queen City, Texas

Grandchildren:

Whittney Johnson

Katylynn “Bug” Letterman

Gage Stivers

Alyssa “Pumpkin” Warren

Isabella “Bellaboo” Warren

Gracelyn “Little Bit” Stivers

Great Grandson: Brynden Johnson

Nephew: Jody Warren and family

Sister-in-law: Lona Lee and husband, Kevin

Numerous “adopted” kids

Preceded in death by

Parents: Billie L. Warren and June M. Little Warren

Brother: Ricky Warren

Pallbearers will be Josh Fletcher, Bobby Hunter Dean, Marty Warren, Jody Warren, George Fletcher and Kevin Lee. Honorary pallbearers will be Alvin “Bubba” Lum, Norris Taylor, Webb Bates, Tad Camathan, Bobby Dean and Bryan Fairchild.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to an organization of your choice to assist with flood victims.

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

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