Obituaries Archives for 2019-01

Marie (Tomblin) Smith

 

NAME:       Marie (Tomblin) Smith           AGE:     83

 

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas     

 

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH:   Wednesday, January 30, 2019, San Augustine, Texas

  

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH :      February 15, 1935, Logan County, West Virginia

 

 DATE / TIME OF SERVICE:    Sunday, February 3, 2019, 2:00 pm 

 

PLACE OF SERVICE:     Wyman Roberts Funeral Home 

 

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION:     Sunday, February 3, 2019, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm

 

PLACE OF VISITATION:      Wyman Roberts Funeral Home

  

OFFICIATING:   Bro. Randy Mills

 

BURIAL:   Thomas Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas

 

FATHER: Willie Tomblin      MOTHER  Goldie (Bryant) Tomblin

                                                                                                                     

OCCUPATION:    Retail  

 

 

SURVIVED BY:   

 

Husband – Lester Smith of San Augustine

 

Daughters: Sharon McElhaney and husband Robert Walthall of Cibola, Novis Harrell and husband Michael of Dallas

  

Step-sons: Ricky Smith and wife Carolyn of San Augustine, Lee Smith and wife Sissy of Nacogdoches

 

Sisters: Bessie Bostic, Geraldine Dingess, Essie Kinser, Margaret Ann Thompson, Joyce Hensley, Thelma Beckett

                                 

Grandchildren: Kristen McElhaney, Stuart McElhaney, 3 step-grandchildren

                                 

Great Grandchildren: Connor McElhaney, Kyndall McElhaney

                                 

**Preceded in death by parents Willie and Goldie Tomlin 

 

 

 

 

 

Merrill Stearns

 

Merrill Stearns, 92, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on January 21, 2019 in Albuquerque. She was born on February 19, 1926 in Tenaha, Texas to Hermann Parrish and Hazel Pickford Parrish. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha, Texas. 


A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, February 1, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home. 


Merrill is survived by her husband, Charles Stearns of Albuquerque, New Mexico; son, Jason Stearns and Erika Thomenius of Albequerque, New Mexico; daughter, Penny Casteel and husband, Danny of Houston, Texas; and sister, Jeanne Miller of Center, Texas.


She is preceded in death by her brother, Buford Parrish; sister, May Alice Burns; sons, Johnny Osborn and David Osborn; daughter, Peggy Bean; and granddaughter, Megan Mayes.


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

 

 

 

 

 

 Kimberly Ann (Woods) Tarver 

 

 

NAME:     Kimberly Ann (Woods) Tarver             AGE:     50

 

ADDRESS:      San Augustine, Texas

 

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH:   Tuesday, January 29, 2019, Nacogdoches County, Texas

  

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH :     May 11, 1968,  Nacogdoches, Texas

 

 DATE / TIME OF SERVICE:     Friday, February 1, 2019, 2:00 pm

 

PLACE OF SERVICE:      Wyman Roberts Funeral Home

 

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION:     Thursday, January 31, 2019, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

 

PLACE OF VISITATION:      Wyman Roberts Funeral Home

  

OFFICIATING:   Bro. Jim Moss

 

BURIAL:   Liberty Hill Memorial Garden

 

FATHER:    Jimmy Woods   MOTHER  Mary Ann Hill

                                                                                                                     

OCCUPATION:  Child Advocate – Child Social Services   

 

SURVIVED BY:   Son: Matthew Tarver and wife Brandee of Etoile

                                Daughters: Kady Hanzel and husband Bo of Chireno

                                                     Allie Jo Tarver of Chireno

                                 Mother: Mary Ann Hill and husband Paul

                                 Sisters: Anna Sharp and husband John; Susie Woods

                                 Stepchildren: Tom Tarver, Joe Tarver 

                                 **Preceded in death by father Jimmy Woods 

 

 

T.C. "Jack" Cartwright Jr.

 

 

Mr. T.C. "Jack" Cartwright Jr. of Shelbyville passed away on Thursday 24th at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Saturday Feburary 2nd at 1 p.m. at Triumph 1st Pentecostal Church in Shelbyville with Bishop Roosevelt Swindle officiationg. Burial will follow in the Bennett Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be all day on Friday Feburary 1st.

He is survived by:

 

Wife - Creola Cartwright of Shelbyville

 

3 Daughters - Denise & David Cartwright of Shelbyville, Anita & Vernell Moody and Felicia Holmes all of Center

 

3 Sons - Charles & Remonia Sheppard of Tyler, James A. Cartwright and Iva Lee Cartwright all of Shelbyville

 

21 Grandchildren, 57 Great-Grandchildren

 

1 Sister - Margie Garrett of Shelbyville

 

1 Brother - Earl & Vivian Cartwright of Tenaha

 

 

 

 

Francis Hammers Livingston

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Francis Hammers Livingston, 78, of Shreveport, Louisiana, formerly of Timpson, passed away on January 27, 2019 in Shreveport. She was born on August 27, 1940 in Timpson, Texas to Fred Hammers and Ruby Wiley Hammers. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 PM on Friday, February 1, 2019 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Timpson. A visitation will be held from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Friday, February 1, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home prior to service time. 


Francis grew up in Timpson and attended Timpson High School. She met Ben Frank McCauley, and they were married on October 13, 1964 in Orange, Texas. The two spent a wonderful 11 years together in DeQuincy, Louisiana before Ben passed away in January of 1973. Almost 11 years later, Francis married James Elmer Livingston and the two would reside in Center for five years until James’ passing in 1989. Francis was full of life and laughter. Her comical demeanor was sure to brighten a room. She loved doing crafts and crochet. She also enjoyed keeping her mind active by working crossword puzzles and writing letters. She was a homemaker for most of her life; a selfless and caring woman who put the needs of her family before her own. Francis was a member of First Baptist Church in Blanchard. 


Francis is survived by her brother, Donald Hammers of Shreveport, Louisiana; sister, Bessie Nix of Shreveport, Louisiana; and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her first husband, Ben McCauley; second husband, James Livingston; parents, Fred and Ruby Hammers; brother and sister-in-law, Frank and Joyce Hammers; sister and brother-in-law, Ann and Ben Freibaurer; nephew, Rodney Hammers; niece, Theresa Johnson and twin infant sons. 


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

Patricia Lawrence

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Patricia Kay Stanley Lawrence passed away January 28, 2019, at age 68, in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born July 18, 1950 in Center, Texas, to the late Audrie Baker Stanley and Dayton Bruce Stanley. She was the youngest of three sisters, Sarah Ruth Stanley Helms, who preceded her in death, and Jeanette Stanley Tinkle of Tyler, Texas. She was married to the late Freddy Charles Lawrence, Sr in 1979. Mrs. Lawrence attended and was a dedicated member of New Hope Congregational Methodist Church in Center. 

 

Patricia grew up in Center and lived there for her entire 68 years of life. From her youngest days, she always wanted to be a teacher. She would line her dolls up against the wall and teach them Reading, Writing and Arithmetic; and then drill them again the following day to make sure they remembered! She attended Center schools all 12 years and graduated from Center High School in 1968. Patricia went on to attend Panola College and then earn her Bachelors’ and Masters’ Degrees from Stephen F. Austin State University. After graduating from SFA, she began her teaching career at Center Junior High and then Center Elementary School. She devoted 41 years of her life to the teaching profession all at CISD. Patricia considered herself blessed to have been a teacher and missed teaching every day following her retirement. She was and still is loved by so many of her previous students. She was born to be a teacher and has led many to join this profession! 

 

Patricia’s children were the loves of her life. Her grandchildren were their “Momom’s” pride and joy. Aunt “Tricia” will forever be loved and missed by her entire family. 

Survivors include:


Sons: 
David Lawrence of Center
Charles Lawrence of Texarkana

Daughter:
Melissa Munoz and husband, Alex of Center

Sister:
Jeanette Tinkle and husband, Pat of Tyler

Grandchildren:
Alexis Barlow
Avery Lawrence
Mia Munoz
Jeremy, Tara and John Lawrence
Elizabeth Hendrix
Justin Stapleton
Desiree Munoz
Victoria Barker
Jonathan Lawrence
Jeffery Lawrence

Nephew:
Todd Thompson

Nieces:
Pete Helms
Jodi Ellis
Jill Lupton

 

Numerous great-grandchildren, other family and friends.

 

She is preceded in death by her husband, Freddy Charles Lawrence, Sr.; parents, Dayton Bruce and Audrie Stanley; sister, Sarah Ruth Stanley Helms; sons, Alan Lawrence and Greg Lawrence; father-in-law, Fred C. Lawrence; and mother-in-law, Ruth Watson Lawrence.

 

Because of Patricia’s passion for learning and education, the family requests that memorial donations be made to a scholarship fund account ending in 6501 that has been set up at Farmers State Bank in memory of Patricia Lawrence. The money will be used for educational purposes such as scholarships and providing classrooms with needed school supplies.

 

Pallbearers are Todd Thompson, Robert Ellis, Patrick Lupton, Jeremy Smith, Collin McElroy and Sean Crouch.

 

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

 

 

Margaret S. Beadle

 

Graveside Services for Margaret S. Beadle, age 75, of Lufkin, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 31, 2019, in the Chinquapin Cemetery in San Augustine County.  Visitation will be from the hours of 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Chinquapin Cemetery.

 

Margaret was born to the late Lucy (Van Schoubroek) Lewis and Clyde Lewis on September 1, 1943, in Center, Texas, and passed from this life on Sunday evening, January 27, 2019, in Hemphill, Texas.  She was a 1961 graduate from San Augustine High School, and had worked as a secretary for many years.  Her love of her life, her husband, Dalton Beadle predeaceased her, and she was of the Baptist faith.

 

Those who are left to cherish her memory include, daughter, Traci Perryman and her husband, Brad of Nederland; Son, Jerry Smith and his wife, Son Hui of Lufkin; sister, Sissy Fults and her husband, Wayne of Bronson; her beloved grandchildren, Trevor Smith, Brooke Perryman, Hunter Smith and his wife, Alice, Bailey Perryman and Brice Perryman.


online obituary and condolences may be posted at http://www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com
 

 

 

 

Marilyn Taylor

 

 

Marilyn Taylor, 84, of Houston, Texas, formerly of Center, Texas, passed away on January 26, 2019 in Houston. She was born on October 19, 1934. Services are pending at this time with Mangum Funeral Home.

 

Francis Livingston, 78, of Shreveport, Louisiana, formerly of Timpson, passed away on January 27, 2019 in Shreveport. She was born on August 27, 1940 in Timpson, Texas to Fred Hammers and Ruby Wiley Hammers. Services are pending at this time with Mangum Funeral Home.

 

 

 

 

Danny Paul Bush

 

 

 

Danny Paul Bush, 65, of Center, Texas, passed away on January 27, 2019 in Bossier City, Louisiana. He was born on October 28, 1953 in Shelby County to Alfred Henry Bush and Mary Dave Bush. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at Mt. Herman Cemetery with Bro. Andy Wilson officiating. A visitation will be held from 12:00 to 1:30 PM on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home. 


Danny Paul is survived by his beloved wife, Brenda Bush of Center; daughter, Wendy Castleberry and husband, Andy of Longview; brother and sister-in-law, Michael Henry and Joyce Bush of Center; sister-in-law, Sheila Clark of Center; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Steve and Margie Stephens of Center; grandchildren, Cameron, Collin and Caden Castleberry all of Longview; nieces and nephews, Randi Kay and Grant Menzies, Lindsey and Jacob Smith, Dustin Clark, Michael and Nicole Bush and Lindsey Bush; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews; numerous other cousins, family and friends. 


He is preceded in death by his parents, Alfred Henry and Mary Bush and son, Cody Daniel Bush.
Pallbearers will be Wayne “Spud” Fausett, Robbie Williams, Michael Bush, Kyle Bush, Bubba Bush, Dewayne Bush, Don Bush, Tommy “DZ” Johnson, Jacob Smith and Johnny Porter.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the scholarship in memory of their son, Cody Daniel Bush. 


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

John Wesley Riley

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

John Wesley Riley, age 69, of  San Augustine County, passed from this life on Friday, January 25, 2019, at his beloved home surrounded by his family.

 

John Wesley was born to Ruby Lee (King) Riley and Floyd Alton Riley on June 7, 1949, in Port Arthur.  He served in the United States Air Force, and worked for as a Plant Supervisor for Exxon in Port Arthur, and was of the Baptist faith.

 

Those he leaves to cherish his memory include, daughters, Anesia Lynn Jaramillo and husband,  Leroy of West Columbia and Jessica Dawn Riley of Stafford; his beloved grandchildren, Lauren McKnight and husband, Chris of Bay City; Julie O'Bryan of West Columbia and Russell O'Bryan of West Columbia and his great-grandchildren, Alyson Ebert and Changler Ebert.

 

He is preceded in death by his beloved parents, Ruby and Floyd Riley; and his beloved wife, Cindy Riley.

 

The family will hold Memorial Services at a later day.

 

online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com 

 

 

 

Ann Hawkins

 

 

Ann Hawkins, 81, of Center, passed away Sunday, January 27, 2019, in Center.


Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 30, 2019, at Watson & Sons Chapel.  Interment will follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha.
Mrs. Hawkins was born August 26, 1937, in Tenaha, to Harold Gary and Alma Parrish Gary. She was a self-employed beautician for 54 years.  Her hobbies included spending time with family and friends, flower gardening and traveling.  She was a member of First Baptist Church in Center, where she was involved in the Dorcus Sunday School Class.


She is survived by her children, Sheryl Graves and husband Randy of Gary, Joanne Shillings of Center; special friend, Randolph Lout of Center; grandchildren, Eric Graves of The Woodlands, Todd Graves and wife Soni of The Woodlands, Shanna Carlton of Center, Chad Carlton and fiancé Tracy Parker of Center; great grandchildren, Zac Carlton of Center, Triston Carlton of Center, Jaxon Graves, Ashton Graves, Baylor Graves, Katie Bell Graves all of The Woodlands, Bella Carlton of Center; a host of nieces and nephews; sister, Cora Jean Canipe of Garland; fur baby, Sophie.
Preceded in death by husband of 52 years, Jack Hawkins; parents, Harold Gary and Alma Parrish Gary; brother and sister-in-law, Clifford and Margie Gary; sister, Bonita Goolsby.


Pallbearers will be Eric Graves, Todd Graves, Chad Carlton, Zac Carlton, Mark Gary, and Craig Gary.  Honorary pallbearers will be Gene Walker, McNeil Moore, and Steve Jeans.


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

 

Danny Paul Bush

 

 

 

 

Danny Paul Bush, 65, of Center, Texas, passed away on January 27, 2019 in Bossier City, Louisiana. He was born on October 28, 1953 in Shelby County to Alfred Henry Bush and Mary Dave Bush. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at Mt. Herman Cemetery with Bro. Andy Wilson officiating. A visitation will be held from 12:00 to 1:30 PM on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home. 


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

 

 

 

 

Thomas Francis

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thomas J. Francis, 91, of Joaquin, Texas, passed away on January 27, 2019 at Pine Grove Nursing Home in Center, Texas. He was born in Goreville, Illinois on March 10, 1927 to Thomas Jefferson Francis, Sr. and Afton Marie Sullivan. A private burial will be held at a later date. 


He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Francis of Joaquin, Texas. They met while Thomas was working in the oil fields in West Texas and were married a few months later. They had a lovely 42 years together. They moved back to Shelby County where they resided for 35 years. Thomas loved to fish, doing wood work and building furniture. He is also survived by his brothers-in-law, John P. Mays of North West Arkansas, Jimmy Mays and wife, Geneva of Shreveport, Louisiana, James Mays of Marianna, Florida, Alvin Mays and wife, Susie of North West Arkansas; sisters-in-law, Delores Morris of California, Carolyn Brocato of Las Vegas, Nevada, Linda Mays of North West Arkansas and Eloise Mays of North West Arkansas; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. 


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

 

Ruth Mae Page Osby

 


Ruth Mae Page Osby 67 of Timpson passed away on Sunday, January 20th. Services January 26th at 2 p.m. at First Smyrna Baptist Church. Interment will follow at the Smyrna Cemetery. Pastor Cedric Grace will be officiating.

 

 

 

 

Fay Dell (Baldree) Winningham

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Funeral Services for Fay Dell (Baldree) Winningham, age 92, of San Augustine, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at the First Baptist Church of San Augustine, with Bro. Jim Moss and Whit Michalec officiating. Burial will follow in the Rosevine Cemetery, in Sabine County, Texas.  Visitation will be Monday evening, January 28, 2019, from the hours of 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home.


Fay Dell was born September 30, 1926, in San Augustine, Texas to the late Tom and Ethel (Elwood) Baldree. After graduating high school she worked for Rushing Drug Store and later at Southwestern Bell as an operator and in the business office.  She retired in 1985. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in San Augustine and enjoyed spending time with her family.
Those left to cherish her memory include daughters Becky Michalec and husband Randy of Rosevine, Mary Patterson and husband Dwayne of Brock; Grandchildren Randa Smith and husband Nay of San Augustine, Whit Michalec and wife Kristy of Rosevine, Kaitlyn Warren and husband Paul of Huntsville, Shayna Thacker and husband Trea of San Augustine, Zach Crocker and wife Brittany of Rosevine; Great Grandchildren Skylar, Cannon, Gracie, Raelyn, Kennedi, Breanna.


She was preceded in death by parents Tom and Ethel Baldree; husband Cecil Winningham; great grandchild Kylee.


Pallbearers will include Randy Michalec, Whit Michalec, Zack Crocker, Cannon Smith, Paul Warren, Trea Thacker, George Andrews. Honorary Pallbearers are deacons of First Baptist Church.


In lieu of flowers please make donations to First Baptist Church of San Augustine

 

Estella Montgomery Scott

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Funeral Services for Estella Montgomery Scott, age 99, will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, February 2, 2019, in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with Pastor Jeffrey Robinson officiating.  Burial will be in the Roberts Community Cemetery in San Augustine.

 

Estella Montgomery Scott was born to the late Frank and Virgie (Cartwright) Scott in San Augustine, Texas, on December 7, 1919.  She confessed Christ at an early age and became a member of Bethel CME Church (Maxey Town Community) in San Augustine, Texas, and was an active and faithful member until her health began to fail.  She was a member of the choir, served as Deaconess, Sunday school superintendent and several other areas within the church.

During the latter years, she enjoyed the living accommodations of the Colonial Pines Nursing Home in San Augustine, Texas and Laurenwood Nursing Home in Dallas, Texas where she received the best care.  The family would like to thank Dr. John Oglesbee, and his wife, Sharon for their excellent care of our mother.

 

Estella Scott was married to the late John Coleman Scott, Jr. and to this union three children was born.  She was preceded in death by three sisters, Fannie Hoyt, Thelma McCoy, Lillan (Macy) Cooper, three brothers, Elton Montgomery, Connell Montgomery, and Collis Montogomery.

She departed this life on January 24, 2019, at Laurenwood Nusing Home in Dalls, Texas. 

Estella Scott is survived by two sons, Larry Scott (Rosetta Vernestine) of Dallas, Texas, and  Jimmy Scott (Gloria Jean) of San Augustine, Texas; one daughter, Ellen Long (Dale) of Garland, Texas; two sisters, Margaret Fisher of El Paso, Texas and Madlyn Ellis of Dallas, Texas,; seven grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, seven great great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends.

 

online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com

 

Vicki Cooper

 

 

Vicki Cooper, 59, of Huxley, Texas, passed away on January 24, 2019 in Wells, Texas. She was born on December 16, 1959, in Pasadena, Texas, to the late L C and Wanda (Rivers) Furlow.  Graveside service is being held on Monday, January 28, 2019 at 1PM at Strong Cemetery, Huxley, Texas, with Bro. Rusty Hall officiating. 


Vicki was born and raised in Pasadena, Texas.  She graduated from Sam Rayburn High School.  After graduation she went to work for Pasadena Police Department serving more than 10 years as dispatcher.  She also worked for Center Police Department as dispatcher when she moved to Huxley.   


She is survived by her loving husband, Curtis Cooper of Huxley; brother, Kenneth Furlow and wife Cindy of Huxley; nephew, Lance Furlow of Huxley.


Vicki is preceded in death by her parents, L C and Wanda Furlow; and brother, Chris Furlow.
The family is being served by Mangum Funeral Home. 


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

 

 

Doris Porter

 

 

Doris Porter, 89, of Center, passed away Thursday, January 24, 2019, in Center.


Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, January 25, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 26, 2019, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. M.D. Lamon and Sister Melba Rodgers officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Shelby County.


Mrs. Porter was born March 7, 1929, in Shelby County, to Ross Elliott and Azlee Furlow Elliott.  She was a member of First Pentecostal Church of Jesus Christ.


She is survived by her daughter, Janice Porter; sons, Michael Porter and wife Sharon Porter, Mark Porter-Rodriguez and husband Pedro Porter Rodriguez; grandchildren, Stacia Barbe, James Gregory Barbe and wife Cristina, Monica Zimmerman and husband Scott, Justin Porter and wife Carissa, Matt Porter and wife Cassie, Jon Porter, Samuel Porter; great grandchildren, T.J. Magness, Henry Barbe, Blake Barbe, Kalyn Gilchrist, Jacob Zimmerman, Hadley Porter, Harper Porter, Hollynn Porter, Emmett Elton Porter, Zoie Porter, Gage Porter; brother, Mac Elliott.
Preceded in death by husband of 64 years, Arlie Elton Porter; son, Randall Porter; grandson, Michael Shane Porter.


Pallbearers will be Greg Barbe, Matt Porter, Sam Porter, T.J. Magness, Justin Porter, Jon Porter and Mac Elliott.


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

Jack Brown 

 

 

 

NAME:  Jack Brown                AGE:     89

 

ADDRESS:   San Augustine, Texas   

 

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH:   Thursday, January 24, 2019, San Augustine, Texas

  

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH :      November 16, 1929, San Augustine County, Texas

 

 DATE / TIME OF SERVICE:     Saturday, January 26, 2019, 2:00 pm

 

PLACE OF SERVICE:      Little Flock Baptist Church

 

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION:     Friday, January 25, 2019, 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm

 

PLACE OF VISITATION:    Wyman Roberts Funeral Home  

  

OFFICIATING:   Bro. Leo Wright

 

BURIAL:   Little Flock Cemetery

 

FATHER:    Robert Thurston (R. T.) Brown   MOTHER   Armatha Brown

                                                                                                                     

OCCUPATION:   Equip Operator – Deep East Texas Elec Coop  

 

SURVIVED BY:   Sons: Raymond Earl Brown and wife Frances of San Augustine; Donald Ray Brown And wife Ginger of Lufkin; William Thurston Brown and wife Christina of San Augustine

 

Daughter: Carrie Yocom and husband Phil of Hemphill

 

Aunt: Virgie Lack

 

Numerous Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, Great-Great-Grandchildren,

Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends 

 

 **Preceded in death by Parents R. T. and Armatha Brown; Wife of more than 50 years Lucille (Craig) Brown; Daughter Onie Bell Brown;

 

Brothers Jimmy Brown, Clyde Brown, Roy Brown; Sisters Essie Mae Clark, Lorine Brown

 

 

                                     

                                         

 

 

Elton Stinson Jr.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Elton Stinson, Jr., 72, of Center, Texas passed away on January 23, 2019 in Center. He was born on November 17, 1946 in Austin, Texas to Elton M. Stinson, Sr. and Elizabeth Mary Stinson. A private family memorial will be held at a later date. 


Elton grew up in Waco, Texas before enlisting in the United States Marine Corps following graduation. After returning home, Elton moved to Center where he met Edith Crouch. On July 31, 1976, the two were joined in marriage. Elton was a lover of the outdoors, and he enjoyed fishing very much. He also liked building model planes, extending his knowledge through watching documentaries and was an avid reader. One of Elton’s great passions were classic cars. When he and Edith met, he owned a 1967 GTO that he cared for like his own child. A devoted husband and father, Elton treasured each and every second spent with his wife and children. 


Elton is survived by his beloved wife, Edith Stinson; son, Elton Stinson, III; daughter, Michelle Herrington; brothers, David Stinson and Douglas Stinson; grandchildren, Eric Ard and Ashley Ard; and two great-grandchildren.


He is preceded in death by his parents, Elton and Elizabeth Stinson and sister, Margaret Holquin.


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

 

 

 

 

Wanda Jean Brinson

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hicks Mortuary is announcing funeral service for Mrs. Wanda Jean Brinson (63) of Center, Texas.  Mrs. Kindle passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2019 at her residence.  She was born on February 28, 1956.  Funeral service will be Saturday, January 26, 2019 at Abundant Love Ministries (1426 Shelbyville Street Center, Texas 75935) at 2:00pm.  Pastor Marlin Cloudy will officiate.   

 

Mrs. Brinson is survived by:


Husband:  Curvie Brinson of Center, Texas
Children:  LaKeoka (Marcus) Yarbrough, Tracie (Ron) Landon; Lashalla (Jason) McCollister; Romeka Johnson; Rakiffney Barnes; and LaDerrika Barnes
Grandchildren:  Jatiea Yarbrough and TraMarcus Yarbrough 
Sisters:  Audrey (Randy) Sutton of Nacogdoches, Texas; De Nell Kindle of San Augustine, Texas; and Vivian (Bobby) Watts of Nacogdoches, Texas.
Nieces:  Syretta (Walter) Barnes and Talsa Kindle


Visitation:  Friday, January 25, 2019 at Hicks Chapel at 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Committal:  Westview Cemetery Center, Texas 


Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas 75935

 

Louise Wagstaff

 

 

Louise Wagstaff, 84, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, January 21, 2019, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, January 24, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 25, 2019, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Andy Wilson officiating.  Interment will follow at Reynolds Cemetery in Shelbyville.


Mrs. Wagstaff was born February 13, 1934, in Shelby County, to Walter Wilburn and Cynthia Payne Wilburn.  She loved taking care of her family and traveling.  Mrs. Wagstaff was a member of Center First United Pentecostal Church.  


She is survived by her children, Roger Wagstaff and wife Linda of the Dreka Community of Shelby County, Debbie Wagstaff Lansford and husband Mark of Lufkin; grandchildren, Justin Wagstaff and wife Scharla of Shelbyville, Jada Jones and husband Jay of Shelbyville, Joseph Lansford of Lufkin, Mike Wagstaff and wife Christy of Shelbyville, Chris Wagstaff of Orange; great grandchildren, Jake Wagstaff, Bryar Wagstaff, Myla Wagstaff, Cole Jones, Kelsey Jones, Kara Jones, Jayleigh Jones, Rhett Jones, Ashlyn Wagstaff, Hailey Wagstaff, Jedd Wagstaff, Riley Wagstaff, Bailey Wagstaff, Chris Wagstaff Jr.; great great grandchild, Gracelyn Leader; brothers, Bobby Wilburn and wife Cora of Joaquin, Price Wilburn of Center; sister, Judy Scarbrough and husband Danny of Huxley; sister-in-law, Barbara Wilburn of Orange; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. 


Preceded in death by husband, Earl Wagstaff; son, Robert Wagstaff; parents, Walter Wilburn and Cynthia Payne Wilburn; brothers, Elmer Ray Wilburn, Gerald Wilburn, Gary Wilburn.


Pallbearers will be Joseph Lunsford, Jake Wagstaff, Cole Jones, Bryar Wagstaff, Jedd Wagstaff and Mike Wagstaff.  Honorary pallbearers will be Rhett Jones and Riley Wagstaff.


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

 

 

 

Leon Pleasant

 

 

Leon Pleasant, 56, of Center, passed away Saturday, January 19, 2019, in Nacogdoches.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 23, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 24, 2019, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Keith Keele officiating.  Interment will follow at Newburn Cemetery in Center.


Mr. Pleasant was born November 6, 1962, in Center, to Lamar M. Pleasant and Maxine Belsher Pleasant.  His hobby was fishing.  Mr. Pleasant was of the Christian faith.  As a child, he attended Center Christian Church.


He is survived by his brother, Otis Pleasant and wife Maria of Center; sister, Cecil Fletcher of Appleby; niece, Heather Hallmark; nephews, Adam Pleasant, Chris Pleasant, Matthew Brittain; great nephew, Dustin Hearne of Center; great niece, Emily Jackson; a host of friends.
Preceded in death by parents, Lamar M. Pleasant and Maxine Belsher Pleasant; brothers, Bobby Lee Pleasant, Thomas Wayne Thacker.


Pallbearers will be Troy Keele, Mitchell Hollaway, James Thompson, Robert Sanford, Adam Pleasant and Rob Sanford. Honorary pallbearers will be Glenn Hutto, Tommy McMahon, Bubba McMahon, Stacey Sanford, Rusty Perry.


In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the family to assist with final expenses.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

 

 

 

 

Obituary of Bobbie and Ronnie Otis

 

 

 

 

 

 


Memorial Services for Bobbie Marie Otis, age 79, and her beloved husband, Ronnie Lee Otis, both age 79, of Broaddus, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, January 24, 2019, in the First Baptist Church in Broaddus.  Officiating will be Dr. W. Wayne Barth, their pastor of Broaddus First Baptist Church.

 

Bobbie was born February 8, 1939, in Muskogee, Oklahoma to the late Edythe Marie (Berry) Browning and Bernice Byron Browning.  She along with her beloved husband, Ronnie passed from this life into the arms of Jesus, on Friday, January 18, 2019, in San Augustine County, Texas.  She was a bookkeeper for many years working for the Sam Jacinto Bookkeeping Service.  She, along with her late husband, Ronnie retired to Broaddus Lake area where she enjoyed doing arts and crafts, and attending her beloved First Baptist Church family in Broaddus.

Ronnie was born October 23, 1939, in Goose Creek, Texas, (Baytown) to the late Loretta Elise (Lenoir) Otis and Cecil Edwin Otis.  He along with his beloved wife, Bobbie, passed from this life into the arms of Jesus, on Friday, January 18, 2019, in San Augustine County, Texas.  He worked for Clark Fire Equipment in sales and service for many years.  Retiring afterwards to the Broaddus Lake area with the love of his life, his wife, Bobbie.  He was an avid outdoorsman, where he enjoyed fishing, and hunting.  He was known as always lending a hand to those in need. He attended the First Baptist Church in Broaddus with his beloved church family.

Those left to cherish their memory include, beloved daughters, Deborah Bailey Horton and her husband, Greg, of Pasadena; Marilyn Jordan Douget and her husband, Steve of Anahuac; Carolyn Otis Finlo and husband, David of Needville and Tina Wilson and her husband, Bryant of Pasadena, beloved grandchildren, Michael Bletch and his wife, Callie of Richmond; Jessica Swearingen of Austin; Jason Jordan of Charleston, S.C.; Dustin Temple and his wife, Jessica of Richmond; Lindsey Byrum and her husband, Kevin of Austin; Brandon Lee Wilson of Pasadena; Candice Nicole Wilson of Pasadena and Justin Wilson and his wife, Raven of Pasadena; Kayla Marie Fink and Nicole Lynn Fink; her beloved sister, Jane Anderson of Cold Springs, his beloved brothers, Roland Otis of Pasadena and Paul Otis of Crosby  and 4 great-grandchildren

She is preceded in death by her parents, Edythe Marie and Bernice Byron Browning; along side with her beloved husband, Ronnie; their daughter, Brenda Swearingen in 2004; brother, Gary Browning, and sister, Shirlene Dresser.  He is preceded in death by his beloved parents, Loretta Elise (Lenoir) Otis and Cecil Edwin Otis; His beloved wife along side him, Bobbie and his sister, Madilaine Vessels.

 

online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com

 

 

 

Glenn Kerr

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Glenn Kerr, 72, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on January 20, 2019 in Center, Texas. He was born on November 3, 1946 in Center, Texas to Troy Kerr and Bennie Sumner McNease. A graveside service will be at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 24, 2019 at Oaklawn Memorial Park with Bro. Terry Goodnight officiating. 


A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home. 


Glenn grew up in Cypress, Texas. At the age of 14, Glenn’s mother remarried C.L. McNease who grew to love him as his own. C.L. became more than a step-father to Glenn. He was his dad. After graduating from Cy-Fair High School Glenn remained in the Houston area to continue his education. He met the love of his life, Robbie Kemp in Houston in 1970. They were married on July 3, 1971 and started a beautiful family together. In 1978, they decided to move back to Center. Glenn was a proud and devoted member of Lone Star Baptist Church where he took on many roles including Sunday School teacher and served as a deacon. Glenn was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to hunt and fish any chance he could. He also had a passion for flying airplanes and even tried his hand at golf. A quiet and humble man, Glenn was deeply loved by his family who he treasured beyond words. 


Glenn is survived by his beloved wife, Robbie; sons, Kevin Lee Kerr and Christopher Jason Kerr and wife, Dayna; father, C.L. McNease; cousin, Carolyn Field; grandchildren, Gabriel Jacob Kerr and Abigail Morgan Kerr.


He is preceded in death by his biological father, Troy Kerr and his mother, Bennie McNease. 
Pallbearers will be Joe Yarborough, Glenn Wilburn, Barry Doggett, Enrique Rodriguez, Danny Bailey and Matt Allen. 


Honorary pallbearers will be Gabriel Jacob Kerr, Stephen Andrusick, Burton Brown, Steven Savage, William Morris and Hugh Halstead. 


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

 

 

 

Kenneth Robinson

 

 

Kenneth Robinson, 58, of Center, passed away Friday, January 18, 2019, in Louisiana.
Visitation will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 23, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will follow at 2:30 p.m. with Bro. Joe Wright officiating.  Interment will be held at Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville.


Mr. Robinson was born October 30, 1960, in Mississippi, to David Robinson Sr. and Yvonne Plant Robinson.  He loved playing his guitar.


He is survived by his children, Emily Hughes, Rachel Robinson, Kennodie Robinson; grandchildren, Brittanie Smoot, Madeline Morales; brothers, Billy Doggett, Franklin Doggett.


Preceded in death by mother, Yvonne Doggett; stepfather, Billy Ray Doggett; father, David Robinson Sr.; brothers, David Robinson Jr., Curtis Robinson; nephew, Scotty Doggett.


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

 

 

John Matthew Cartwright 

 

 

NAME:        John Matthew Cartwright          AGE:     88

 

ADDRESS:    San Augustine, Texas  

 

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH:   Saturday, January 19, 2019, San Augustine, Texas

  

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH:      July 22, 1930, San Augustine, Texas

 

 DATE / TIME OF SERVICE:     Tuesday, January 22, 2019, 10:00 am

 

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

 

DATE / TIME OF VISITATION:     Monday, January 21, 2019, 5:00pm – 8:00 pm

 

PLACE OF VISITATION:      Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas

  

OFFICIATING:   Charles Sharp

 

BURIAL:   San  Augustine City Cemetery

 

FATHER: Baxter Cartwright      MOTHER Anna (Thomas) Cartwright

                                                                                                                     

OCCUPATION:     Law Enforcement

 

SURVIVED BY:  Sons: John Mathew Cartwright Jr. & wife Milia of Dallas; Mark Cartwright & wife

                               Melissa of Midland; Robert Cartwright & wife Laurie of San Augustine; Michael

                               Cartwright & wife Jonie of San Augustine.

                               Daughter: Sylvia Ann “Sissy” Cartwright Harris & husband Rob of Nacogdoches

                               8 Grandchildren; 6 Great-Grandchildren

                               **Preceded in death by Parents Baxter & Anna Cartwright; Wife BarbaraAnn

                               (Perry) Cartwright   

 

 

Bobbie Marie Otis 

 

 

 

NAME:        Bobbie Marie Otis          AGE:     79

 

ADDRESS:     Broaddus, Texas 

 

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH:   Friday, January 18, 2019, San Augustine County, Texas

  

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH: February 8, 1939, Muskogee, OK 

 

 DATE / TIME OF MEMORIAL SERVICE:     Thursday, January 24, 2019, 11:00 am

 

PLACE OF SERVICE:     First Baptist Church, Broaddus, Texas 

 

     

 

OFFICIATING:  Dr. Wayne Barth 

 

  

 

FATHER:  Bernice Byron Browning     MOTHER  Edythe Marie (Berry) Browning

                                                                                                                     

OCCUPATION:     Bookkeeper

 

SURVIVED BY:     4 Daughters: Deborah Bailey Horton & husband Greg of Pasadena; Marilyn

                                  Jordan Douget & husband Steve of Anahuac; Carolyn Otis Finlo & husband

                                  David of Needville; Tina Wilson & husband Bryant of Pasadena.

                                  8 Grandchildren; 4 Great- Grandchildren; Sister Jane Anderson

                                  **Preceded in death by Parents; Daughter Brenda Swearingen; Brother Gary

                                      Browning; Sister Shirlene Dresser

 

 

Ronald Lee Otis

 

 

NAME:      Ronald Lee Otis            AGE:     79

 

ADDRESS:      Broaddus, Texas

 

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH:   Friday, January 18, 2019, San Augustine County, Texas

  

DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH :     October 23, 1939, Goose Creek (Baytown), Texas 

 

 DATE / TIME OF SERVICE:     Thursday, January 24, 2019, 11:00 am

 

PLACE OF SERVICE:      First Baptist Church, Broaddus, Texas

 

OFFICIATING:   Dr. Wayne Barth

 

 

FATHER:  Cecil Edwin Otis     MOTHER   Loretta Elise (Lenoir) Otis

                                                                                                                     

OCCUPATION:     Fire Equipment-Sales and Service

 

SURVIVED BY:     Brothers: Roland Otis and Paul Otis

 

 **Preceded in death by Parents; Daughter Brenda Swearingen; Sister Madiline Vessels

 

 

 

 

John Matthew Cartwright

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Funeral Services for John Matthew Cartwright, age 88, longtime resident and former sheriff of San Augustine, will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 22, 2019, in the San Augustine County Cowboy Church, with Chris Burris and Charles Sharp officiating.  Burial will follow in the San Augustine City Cemetery.  Visitation will be Monday evening, January 21, 2019, from the hours of 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Wyman Roberts.

 

John Matthew was born July 22, 1930, in San Augustine, Texas to the late Anna V. (Thomas) Cartwright and Baxter Cartwright.  A graduate of San Augustine High School, he proudly served his country in the United States Navy.  He married the love his life, Barbara Ann, and was an devoted husband until her death on April 1, 2013.  As an civic leader, he served on the San Augustine City Council, owned and operated a dry cleaning buiness in his beloved hometown. During his distinguished career of law enforcement, he proudly served in several counties and his beloved hometown of San Augustine as the former Police Chief, afterwards being elected as a "write-in" as Sherriff of San Augustine County where he continued to serve and protect the citizens of San Augustine County. He was of the Episcopal faith.

 

Those left to cherish his memory include, his beloved sons, John Matthew Cartwright, Jr., and his wife, Milia of Dallas; Mark Cartwright and his wife, Melissa of Midland; Robert Cartwright and his wife, Laurie of San Augustine and Michael Cartwright and his wife, Joni of San Augustine; his beloved daughter, Sylvia Ann "Sissy" (Cartwright) Harris and her husband, Rob of Nacogdoches.  His beloved grandchildren, Clint Cartwright of San Augustine; Veronica Lyn Tobas of Arizona; Camie Clement and her husband, Luke of Winnie; Chelsi Cartwright of San Augustine; MacKenzie Cartwright of San Augustine; Garrett Cartwright of San Augustine; Sydney Cartwright  and Riley Cartwright both of Midland; his great-granchildren, Wylie Laney Haygen; Tiden,  Maso,  Emeri,  Malcolm, Emeri, Cetche, Malcolm, and Rhett; Sisters-in-law, Betty Jean Cartwright of San Augustine, and Sue Perry of Breham; along with numerous cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his beloved parents, Anna and Baxter Cartwright; his beloved wife, Barbara Ann; his beloved brother, Baxter Polk Cartwright, Jr. and a brother-in-law, Bobby Perry.

Pallbearers will include, John Welch; Shannon Brazeal; Joey Watson; Walter Scofner, Steven Hayes and Gary Fountain; Honorary pallbearers will include, Cleo Hines; Jason Hines; Dan Fussell; Phil Sublett and Wesley Hoyt.


Online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com

 

 

Tony Harland Barclay

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tony Harland Barclay, 79, of Frisco, passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2019, in Frisco.
Visitation will be held from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 19, 2019, at Grace Avenue United Methodist Church in Frisco. 

 

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 21, 2019, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Joyce Cravens officiating.  Interment will follow at Woods Post Office Cemetery in Panola County.


Tony was born February 19, 1939, in Tonkawa, Oklahoma, to Ernest J. Barclay and Alma L. Stone Barclay.  He served in the US Navy, was a firefighter in Carlsbad, New Mexico, and worked in Saudi Arabia in the 60’s. Tony later joined Anixter Cable Company and worked there for 30 years before retiring.  He loved Dallas Cowboy football and was one of their biggest fans.  Tony was a member of Grace Avenue United Methodist Church in Frisco, where he was involved in the Providence Sunday School Class. He was also a lifetime member of B.P.O.E. Carlsbad #1558.
He is survived by daughter, Penny Budai of Redding, California; grandchildren, Angelina and Tony Budai of Redding, California; great grandchildren, Paloma and Perlina Budai; brother, Heath J. Barclay and wife Alice of San Antonio; brothers-in-law, Mike Baldwin and wife Joan of Center, Sam Baldwin and wife Shree of Tenaha; sisters-in-law, Helen Baldwin Pleasant and husband Otis of Center; Jana Baldwin of Conroe, Patricia Baldwin Edmondson and husband Bill of Waskom; special cousin, Tom Barclay.


Preceded in death by wife, Sandra Jo Barclay; parents, Ernest J. Barclay and Alma L. Stone Barclay; brothers-in-law, Jacky Lynn Baldwin, James “Jimmy” Edmond Baldwin; mother and father-in-law, Jessie Lee Hartt Baldwin and James Edmond Baldwin; niece, Pam Baldwin.
Pallbearers will be Mr. Barclay’s nephews.  Honorary pallbearers will be Ernie Massei, John Egan, Wayne Williams, Ed Shaw, Tom Barclay, Bruce Martin, David VanHouten.


Memorial donations can be made to Sandra Baldwin Barclay Scholarship Fund at Tenaha High School or Wounded Warrior Project (https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/programs).


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

 

 

 

Vernon Ray Poindexter

 

 

Funeral Services for Vernon Ray Poindexter, age 83, of Jasper, will be Sunday, January 20, 2019 at 2 p.m. in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel with burial following in the Attoyac Cemetery in San Augustine County.  Officiating will be Ray McKee.  Visitation will be held Saturday evening, January 19, 2019 at Wyman Roberts from the hours of 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

 

Vernon Ray was born February 1, 1935, in San Augustine, Texas to the late Netti (Neeley) Poindexter and Morris Poindexter, and passed from this life on Monday, January 14, 2019, in Bloomburg, Texas.  He was employed by the City of Jasper, and as a groundskeeper for the Brookside Cemetery, and was of the Baptist faith.

 

Those who are left to cherish his memory include, son, Daniel Poindexter of Bloomburg, and daughter, Nancy Poindexter of Bloomburg; his beloved seven grandchildren; sisters, Nelda Poindexter of Jasper and a brother, Herbert Poindexter of Katy.

 

He is preceded in death by his beloved parents, Netti and Morris Poindexter; brother, Novel Poindexter and sister, Betty Bryant.


online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com

 

 

 

Timmy Michael Foret

 

 

Mr. Timmy Michael Foret, age 60, of San Augustine, Texas.  Mr. Foret passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2019, at CHI- St. Luke – Baylor Hospital in Houston, Texas. He was a native of Homer, LA and was the son of the late Antoine Delma Foret and Rose Mae Dion Foret. Mr. Foret also served as a Merchant Marin and was a Master Boat Captain. Per his wishes, cremation arrangements are under the direction of Percy Garner and Son Mortuary.

  

Survivors 

 

Wife: Virginia Ann Bunting of San Augustine, Texas

 

Son Alexander Foret of La Place, LA

 

Daughter Tiffany Heller of San Augustine, Texas        Correction 

 

 

6 Grandchildren   Correction

 

5 Brothers Antoine Foret

John Foret

Joseph Foret }All of Louisiana

Gary Foret   

Joe Foret of Florida

 

2  Sisters Velma Landry

             Hazel Pier         } all of Louisiana 

 

As well as a host of other relatives and friends.

 

 

 

Karen Beasley

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Funeral Services for Karen Denise (Williford) Beasley, age 63, of San Augustine County, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 19, 2019, in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with Rev. Martin Doran officiating.  Burial will be in the Macune Cemetery in San Augustine County. 

 

Visitation will be from the 11 a.m. to  2 p.m Saturday in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel.

Karen Denise was born April 27, 1955, in Houston, Texas, to the late Wennie and Harvey L. Williford.  She obtained her Masters in Education and taught as a Special Education Teacher and was an art instructor for several years. She was a member of the State Board of Texas children with disablities from the years of 1998 till presently, and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in San Augustine. 

 

Those who are left to cherish her memory include, her loving husband, Larry Beasley of Bronson; son, Brett Allan Beasley of San Augustine and daughter, Emily Melissa Beasley and husband, Victor Simmons, Jr. of San Augustine, her sister, Deborah Hanson and her husband, David of Friendswood and brother, Ronnie Williford and his wife, Pat of San Antonio, along with numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. 

 

She is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Wennie and Harvey Williford, daughter, Elyse Beasley and a brother, Kenneth Williford

 

Online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com

 

 

 

Edith Warren Franks

 

 

Edith Warren Franks, 102, of Center, passed away Thursday, January 17, 2019, in Garrison.  
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 21, 2019, at Cold Springs Cemetery in Garrison with Rev. Rick Anderson officiating.  Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday, January 20, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.


Mrs. Franks was born January 1, 1917, in Shelby County, to Ed Warren and Harriett Crump Warren.  She was a secretary for a cotton gin for several years and later was employed with Cotton Belt State Bank in Timpson and First National Bank.  Mrs. Franks was also a bookkeeper for Dr. Lester Warren.  She was of the Church of Christ faith and was a 50 year member of Order of the Eastern Star Timpson Chapter #396.


She is survived by her daughter, Martha Muckelroy of Garrison, Texas, son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Lynn Franks of Seabrook, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Carlos Gray of Center, Texas; grandchildren, Pam and Jay Loving of Coppell, Texas, Kenneth and Crystal Franks of Houston, Texas, Lea Franks of Houston, Texas, Gina and Ski Betanski of Austin, Texas, Sam Beasley of Wuxi, China; great grandchildren, Troy D. Franks, Hazel Betanski, Warren D. Franks.
She is preceded in death by husband, Troy Franks; son, James Troy Franks; parents, Ed Warren and Harriett Crump Warren; brothers, Samuel Warren and Jack Warren; sisters, Ruby Jones, Sallie Adams, Dessie Mae Tyson, Helen Muckelroy.


Pallbearers will be Kenneth Franks, Ski Betanski, Danny Jones, Dean Lester, Tom Franks and Carlos Gray.  Honorary pallbearers will be Sam Beasley and Steve Franks.
Memorial donations can be made to a charity your choice.


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

 

 

 

William Edward Prentice, Jr.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On Wednesday, January 9, 2019, William Edward Prentice, Jr., a loving husband and kind father of six children, passed away in Bangkok, Thailand.

 

Also known as “Bill” and “Dad” to his loved ones, William was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was a great man of many contraries. With a love for the earth and nurturing all that grows on it and in it, he graduated from LSU with a degree in International Agriculture. That passion took him to diverse places and a variety of jobs that included cultivating native fruit, building schools, teaching lepers to farm, cattle ranching, and more. He worked for a time with the Peace Corps and the National Council of Churches and later went into business on his own. These many ventures took him for a short time to Jamaica and across South America, particularly Ecuador, for nearly two decades.

 

With high regard for all people and a deep respect for plants and animals alike, William left an impact everywhere he went and on everyone whom he met. Comfortable speaking English and Spanish, he treated everyone as an equal regardless of background. He was calm and gentle in demeanor but also quite the talker. He could find a friend in anyone. But he was also so easy to talk to about anything. A hard worker, William believed in honesty and giving your best. He loved to get his hands dirty outside planting endless rows of fruit trees, muscadine vines, and vegetable plots and taking care of the fish, the dogs, the chickens, the guineas, the turkeys, the donkeys, the duck, the goat, and the mule. If he’d had it his way, he’d spend his days outside, perhaps riding in his buggy with Kassie, his beloved mule. But he was also perfectly content indoors drinking a good cup of coffee with chicory and reading whatever he could get his hands on.

 

Yes, while he was a farmer at heart, William was also an avid reader and known to many for his intellectual nature. Well-read and cultured, he was more likely to listen to NPR than music, but he could also turn around and recommend a musical or book of poetry to you. Because of the value he placed on learning, he moved his family from Ecuador back to his home country the U.S. in the hopes of ensuring a better education for his children.

 

After a few moves across the southern states, William established his life and family in Center, Texas. He started his work in the poultry industry, with stints for Green Acres and later Pilgrims. Later, he made the jump to the water well business with the opening of Pixie Water Wells, a business he started as a joint venture with his sons. Named in honor of his mother Celia, whose starting investment launched the company, Pixie became so associated with William that he was often even called “Mr. Pixie.” A good neighbor to all, William was well known in the Center community and believed in supporting local business and local people.

 

Above all, William had an insatiable appetite for truth, specifically Bible truth. Throughout his life, he read and investigated the Bible often, but the turning point in his life came when he became one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. The knowledge he acquired and his subsequent dedication to God brought on changes to the way he thought, spoke and acted and gave him the greatest joy and satisfaction in his life. Because of the sense of purpose it gave him and the powerful effect it had on him, William loved to share Bible truths with everyone. He believed in choosing to be happy and maintained a positive attitude throughout life. If there’s one thing we all remember of him, it’s his wonderful smile.

 

William was preceded in death by his father, William Edward Prentice, Sr. He is survived by his wife Ines, his six children, Daniel, Paul, Rebeca, William, Hannah, and Stephanie, his mother Celia, his brother David, six grandchildren, Elizabeth, Katherine, Melaina, Ruben, Celia, and Olive, several cousins, nieces and nephews, and a large, extended family in Ecuador.

 

A visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Friday, January 18, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home. 


A memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 20, 2019, at the John D. Windham Civic Center in Center at 3 P.M. Flowers can be sent to the Mangum Funeral Home.

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

 

Barbara Maxine Youngblood

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Barbara Maxine Youngblood, 77, of Center, passed away Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, January 14, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 15, 2019, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Clifton Hughes officiating.  Interment will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center.


Mrs. Youngblood was born March 30, 1941, in Shelby County, to Alvin Johnson and Addie Gillis Johnson.  Barbara was a loving, devoted, exceptional wife, mother and nanny.  She and her husband, Jimmy, were married on November 10, 1961, and enjoyed 57 years together.  Their union brought forth 2 children, 3 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, with another due in July 2019.


Barbara spent her life taking care of her family and making absolutely sure everyone around her was comfortable and certainly well-fed.  She and Jimmy loved camping and took Ronnie and Becky all over the United States on vacations.  Her favorite place was the mountains of Colorado.  She worked for many years at Center ISD and loved all the students and her coworkers.  She and Sandy Hudspeth formed a special bond that would last forever.  
Barbara’s family had game nights regularly, and her favorite game was UNO.  However, nobody wanted to sit next to her because she became a woman possessed.  Her favorite target was her daughter-in-law, Margaret.


Barbara leaves behind family and friends who love her dearly and will miss her tremendously.  But, she is now smiling down on everyone as she walks with her Lord and Savior.
She is survived by her husband, Jimmy Youngblood of Center; children, Ronnie Youngblood and wife Margaret of Center, Beck Elliott and husband Puncho of Huxley; grandchildren, Joni Youngblood of Shelbyville, Koby Youngblood and wife Alyssa of Shelbyville, Michael Elliott of Huxley and girlfriend Julie Spivey of Warren; great grandchildren, Sabryn, Cade, Kambry, Izzy, Guner, Deacon, and #7 due in July; sister, Sandra Harkness and husband Billy of Center.
Preceded in death by her parents, Alvin Johnson and Addie Gillis Johnson.


Pallbearers will be Michael Elliott, Roby Youngblood, Guner Youngblood, Cade Collins, Tyler Windham, Brian Harkness, Benny Baugh, and Stan Jones.  Honorary pallbearers will be Scooter Hughes, Shane Hughes, Lee Hughes, Tommy Henry, and Terry Henry.


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

 

 

Elma Christine Pitts-Freundrich

 


McCoy and Harrison Funeral Home and Hicks Mortuary are announcing funeral service for Mrs. Elma Christine Pitts- Freundrich of the Houston, Texas.  Mrs. Freundrich passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2019 in Houston, Texas.  Mrs. Freundrich was born October 29, 1937 in Center, Texas.  Graveside service will be Monday, January 14, 2019, at St. John Cemetery in the Africa Community at 12:00 noon.   

 

Mrs. Freundrich’s local survivors are: 
Cassandra Pitts
LaTonya Pitts
Sophia Pitts-Warren
Kelly (Adric) Watts
Jackie Pitts
James (Ann) Pitts
Lester Pitts 

 

 

 

LaVelle Leach Watlington

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LaVelle Leach Watlington, 94, of Center, passed away Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Center.


Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 14, 2019, at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley with Bro. Gordon Vaughn and Bro. Michael McArthur officiating. 

 

Family visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Public visitation will begin at 12:00 noon.


Mrs. Watlington was born September 13, 1924, in San Augustine, to Clarence Leach and Emmer Lynch Leach.  She loved fishing and spending time with family and friends.  Mrs. Watlington was a member of Lydia Missionary Baptist Church in Huxley.


She is survived by her daughters, Zonia Corbell and husband Shane of Shelbyville, Texas, Tonja Bordelon and husband Ray of Frierson, Louisiana; grandchildren, Shanell Ruiz and husband Jesse of Center, Texas, Jasper Corbell and wife Caroline of Center, Texas, Payton Bordelon of Frierson, Louisiana; great grandchildren, Cash Ruiz of Center, Texas, Cyrus Ruiz of Center, Texas; special nieces and nephews, Rodney and Debbie Warren and their children Michael Vincent Warren, Sarah Scott and Adam Scott and their daughter Aubrey, Sheila Hudson and son Warren Hudson; sister-in-law, Thelma Leach; a number of nieces and nephews; a host of friends.


Preceded in death by husband, Kenneth Watlington; sister, Ann Warren; brothers, “Dick” Leach, “Shot” Leach, “Bear” Leach, “Sid” Leach, Ferrel Leach.


In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Lydia Missionary Baptist Church, 14998 FM 139, Shelbyville, Texas 75973.


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

 

 

 

 

Billy Ray Magness

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Billy Ray Magness, 82, of Timpson, Texas passed away Friday, January 11, 2019, surrounded by loved ones.  Born March 25, 1936, in Clute, Texas to the late William Horace and Ludie Mae (Bass) Magness.


Funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Monday, January 14, 2019, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church, with Bro. Charles Williams and Bro. Levi Cohorst officiating.  Interment will follow in Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Timpson, Texas.  

 

Visitation will be held Sunday January 13, 2019 from 3 – 5 PM at Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, Texas.

 

To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.taylorfh.net. 

Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, is in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

Steven "Steve" Edward Hampton

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Steven "Steve" Edward Hampton, 76, of Center, Texas, passed away on January 10, 2019 in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born on September 7, 1942 in Henderson, Texas to C.B. Hampton and Mable Inez Owens Hampton. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM on Sunday, January 13, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. 
A visitation will be held from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. 


Steve graduated from Sam Houston High School in Houston, Texas and shortly after started building and inspecting radio and microwave towers. He moved back to Shelby County in 1967 where he received a position building cooling towers. While there, he met Ann Parker and the two were married on March 1, 1969. Steve had a desire to take a new route professionally and began driving trucks cross-country for Melton Truck Lines. In 1970, he transferred to Vernon Sawyer Truck Lines in Bastrop, Louisiana and four years later, in 1974 became the owner and operator. He successfully built his business into a strong and long-lasting company that he loved for 22 years. In 1996, Steve made the decision to uproot from his life-long career and move to Dallas to try his hand at something new. He went to work for R-COM Construction Company installing underground copper and fiber optic cables. He remained there until his retirement in 2011 when he moved back to Center. 


Steve is survived by his son, Ronnie Hampton and wife, Lisa of Farmerville, Louisiana; sister, Sharon Porter and husband, Michael of Center, Texas; granddaughters, Hailey Kenly and husband, Zach of West Monroe, Louisiana and Faithe Ann Brown and husband, David of  West Monroe, Louisiana; great-granddaughter, Madalyn Kenly of West Monroe, Louisiana; great-grandson, Brandon Kenly of West Monroe, Louisiana; niece, Monica Zimmerman and husband, Scott of Katy, Texas; Nephew, Justin Porter and wife, Carissa of Tenaha, Texas; great-nieces, Kalyn Gilchrist and Matt Strickland of St. Petersburg, Florida, Hadley, Harper and Hollynn Porter all of Tenaha, Texas; great-nephew, Jacob Zimmerman of Katy, Texas. 


He is preceded in death by his wife, Ann Parker Hampton; parents, C.B. and Inez Hampton; and brother, Michael Lee Hampton. 


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

 

 

 

E.H. Marshall, Jr.

 

 

E.H. Marshall, Jr., age 84, of San Augustine, passed from this life in early morning hours of Thursday, January 10, 2019, in San Augustine. 

 

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 12, 2019, in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel in San Augustine, Texas, with Bro. Leo Wright officiating.  Burial will follow in the Magnoila Springs Cemtery in San Augustine County.  Visitation will be Saturday morning, January 12, 2019, from the hours of 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  at Wyman Roberts.

 

E.H. was born February 14, 1934, in San Augustine County, Texas to the late Edna (Robinson) Marshall and Elvin Marshall, Sr.  He was a 1956 graduate of Lamar University, and was a member of the Model A & T Old Ford Club of Houston.  He proudly served his country in the United States Army.  He served as Executive Vice-President of the Village National Bank in Houston. 

He is survived by his numerous friends and cousins.

 

He is preceded in death by his parents, E. H. and Edna Marshall, along with a sister, Doris.

 

Jo Ethel Garrett

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Hicks Mortuary is announcing funeral service for Mrs. Jo Ethel Garrett (76) of the East Liberty Community.  Mrs. Garrett passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2019 in Lufkin, Texas.  She was born on March 22, 1942.  Funeral service will be Saturday, January 12, 2019 at East Liberty Baptist Church at 12 noon in the East Liberty Community.  Rev. Michael Mitchell will officiate.     

Mrs. Garrett is survived by:


Sons:  Gregory Garrett Sr. (Lisa) of Waco, Texas and Donald Garrett Sr. (Angela) of Mansfield, Texas


Daughters:  Tammy Marshall (Brian) of Beaumont, Texas and Tracy Chancey (Larry) of Nacogdoches, Texas


Sisters:  Linnie Millie (Frank) of Palm Springs California; Joyce Smith of Longview, Texas; Jimmie Johnson of Palm Springs, California; and Billie Pollard (John) of Marshall, Texas 


Visitation:  Friday, January 11, 2019 at Hicks Chapel at 12:00 noon. 
Committal:  Thompson Cemetery Shelbyville, Texas 


Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas 75935

 

 

 

 

Maria Perez Jaimes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maria Perez Jaimes, 56, of Center, passed away Saturday, January 5, 2019, in New Mexico.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, January 12, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, January 13, 2019, at St. Therese Catholic Church in Center.  Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.


Mrs. Jaimes was born April 3, 1962, in Coroneo, Guanajuato, Mexico, to Maria Concepcion Perez Saavedra and Cesario Perez Cano.


She is survived by her husband, Florencio Jaimes of Center; daughters, Selena Jaimes of Center, Esmerelda Jaimes of Center; father, Cesario Perez Cano of Mexico; brothers and sisters, Fausto Perez Saavedra, Francisco Perez Saavedra, Josefina Perez Saavedra, Juan Perez Saavedra, Claudia Perez Saavedra, Cerano Perez Saavedra, Jesus Perez Saavedra, Atilano Perez Saavedra, Concepcion Perez Saavedra all of Mexico; stepchildren, Marquez Taylor Jaimes, Keshia Taylor Jaimes both of Globster, Louisiana; cousins, Nathlia Reyes, Edey Jaimes, Efriain and Maria James all of Center; niece, Yolanda Alcudia of Center; nephew, Christian Perez of Center.
She is preceded in death by mother, Maria Concepcion Perez Saavedra.


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

 

 

 

 

 

Steve Franks

 

 

 

 

Steve Franks, 47, of Timpson, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2019, in Panola County.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, January 12, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Interment will follow at Elderville Cemetery in Lakeport.  Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m.

 

Mr. Franks was born January 31, 1971, in Lamar County, to Travis Wayne Franks and Shirley Lee Carrell Franks.  He is survived by his wife, Barbara Franks of Timpson; children, Stephen Douglas Franks and wife Brittnee of Spring, Katrina Yvonne Franks of LaPorte, Michael Anthony Franks of LaPorte, Chelsey Nicole Franks of Timpson, Mackenzie Smith Franks of Timpson, Kylie Smith Franks of Timpson, Kaleb Cole Smith Franks of Timpson; stepchildren, Megan Jackson and husband C.J. of Hallsville, Tyler Jackson of Timpson; grandchildren, Quinn, Hunter, Zayden, Nicholas, Dagon, Pierson, Asher, Arie, Dallas; brothers and sisters, Ronnie and Vickie Franks, Connie Frugia, John and Mary Franks, Lynette and Rodney Durbin, Teresa and Earl Graham, Claude and Reina Franks, Tim and Melissa Franks.

 

Preceded in death by parents, Travis Wayne Franks and Shirley Lee Carrell Franks; best friend, Terry Deyoung.

 

Pallbearers will be Dustin Bailey, Ryan Mackey, Larry McDonald, Shane Martin, Buddy Jones, Bobby Smith, Shannon Loyd, Earnest Gomez, Stephen Franks, Michael Franks, Stephen Gumby, Tyler Jackson, Kaleb Franks, Ronnie Franks, John Franks, Rodney Durbin, Earl Graham, Claude Franks, and Tim Franks.

 

Honorary pallbearers will be High Roller Family, Jason McDonald, Archie Cooley, Luke Garrett, Tony Willoughby, Michael Henry, Bob Jones, and Sean Casse.

 

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

 

 

Arona Ann Rambin

 

 

Arona Ann Rambin, 76, of Nacogdoches, passed away Monday, January 7, 2019, in Nacogdoches.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 12, 2019, at Bethel Cemetery in Appleby with Bro. Darrell Pollard officiating.


Mrs. Rambin was born April 1, 1942, in Cortez, Colorado, to Aaron Baker and Eula Mae Lancaster Baker.


She is survived by her children, Suzanne Lummus of Santa Fe, Texas, Mark Allemand of California; stepson, Sidney Rambin II; sisters, Margaret DeSha and husband David of Shreveport, Louisiana, Linda Love of California; 3 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren.


She is preceded in death by husband, Sidney Rambin; parents, Aaron Baker and Eula Mae Lancaster Baker; brother, Tommy Baker.


Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison, Texas.

 

 

 

Wanda Jean Smith

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wanda Jean Smith, 91, of Center, Texas, passed away on January 8, 2019 in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was born on July 23, 1927 in Maud, Texas to Travis Banks and Iva Lewis Banks. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, January 10, 2019 at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Wanda married William Ernest Smith in 1941, and he preceded her in death on December 25, 1973. She served Shelby County as County Auditor for 28 years and was a member of the Eastern Star for 58 years.

 

Wanda was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Smith; her parents, Travis and Iva Banks; and her infant brother, Emanual Banks.

 

She is survived by her son, Lynn Smith and wife, Sherry of Nacogdoches; granddaughter, Stacey Lynn Smith of Temple; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

 

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

 

 

 

Martha Ann Manasco

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Martha Ann Manasco, 71, of Timpson, passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2019, in Timpson, Texas.  Born July 10, 1947, in Paxton Community, Shelby County, Texas to the late Andrew Ollis Sholar and Ethel Lee (Lewis) Munn.   Memorial service will be held at 1:00pm on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at Stanley Church of Christ, Stanley, Louisiana.  

 

Martha was raised in Joaquin, Texas.  She attended Joaquin High School and completed her GED.  She met and married the love of her life, Roy Hershal, and the two spent over 45 years together before his passing.  Her favorite past times are those spent serving the lord and spending time with her family.  She enjoyed drinking coffee each day and watching Fox News.  Martha spent time reading and enjoyed playing cards.  She was a member of Stanley Church of Christ and loved her church and Lord dearly.  

 

Martha is survived by her children, Patricia Manasco, Cynthia Short and husband James Henry Short Jr., Roy Hershal Manasco Jr.; brothers, Andrew Ollis Sholar Jr. and wife Jenny, John Edward Sholar, Richard Wayne Sholar and wife Scottie; sister, Laura Lynn Rushing and husband Bill; sister-in-law, Mae Sholar; grandchildren, Mable Lee-Ann Cook, Maria Delsocorro Palacios, Zachary James Short; and a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.  

 

She is preceded in death by her husband, Roy Hershal Manasco; parents, Ollis Sholar and Ethel Lee Munn; brother, Robert Sholar.

 

To send condolences and sign the online guest book please visit www.taylorfh.net.

Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr, Timpson, Texas, is in charge of arrangements.

 

 

Glenda Harper Haggerty Mosby

 

 

Mrs. Glenda Harper Haggerty Mosby, age 70, of San Augustine, Texas.  Mrs. Mosby passed away Friday, January 4, 2019, at CHI- St. Luke Hospital in San Augustine, Texas.

  

 

FUNERAL SERVICE 

 

Saturday, January 12, 2019

2:00 p.m.

True Vine Baptist Church

Interment: St. Luke Cemetery

Rev. Orvin Garrett, Officiating

 

VISITATION & Wake

 

Friday, January 11, 2019

12:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

Garner & Son Chapel

 

SURVIVORS 

 

Husband Lister Mosby of San Augustine, Texas

 

Son Anthony Robertson of Dallas, Texas

 

2 Daughters Cassandra Haggerty of San Augustine, Texas

Jennifer Haggerty of Dallas, Texas

 

Grandchildren:  2 Great-Grandchildren: 9

 

3 Brothers George Hicks (Lori) of Lancaster, CA

Jewel Hicks (Dori) of San Augustine, Texas

Terry Hicks of San Augustine, Texas

 

4 Sisters Debra Sterns (George) of San Augustine, Texas

Loria Scott (Carl) of Florine, LA

Brenda Hicks of San Augustine, Texas

Wanda Horn of Houston, Texas

 

A host of  Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends.

 

 

 

 

George Burns

 

 

George Burns, 89, of Tenaha, passed away Friday, January 4, 2019, in Center.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday, January 6, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 7, 2019, at Morgan Mill Cemetery in Morgan Mill, Texas.

 

Mr. Burns was born August 4, 1929, in Graham, to Earl Burns Sr. and Rena Ragland Burns.

He is survived by his wife, Geneva Burns; daughter, Paula Askew; grandchildren, Gina Ann Furra and husband James, Clara Michelle Bragg and husband Douglas; great-grandson, Jesse Thomas Gay; sister-in-law, Verbie Burns; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

He is preceded in death by parents, Earl Burns Sr. and Rena Ragland Burns; brothers, El Burns Jr., Walter Burns, Robert Burns.

 

 

 

Timmy Michael Foret

 

 

Mr. Timmy Michael Foret, age 60, of San Augustine, Texas.  Mr. Foret passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2019, at CHI- St. Luke – Baylor Hospital in Houston, Texas.
  

 

 

 

Willie Everett "Snuffy" Windham

 

 

Willie Everett “Snuffy” Windham, 93, of Center, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2019, in Center.


Graveside service will be held at 12:30 p.m., Friday, January 11, 2019, at Reynolds Cemetery in Shelby County with Bro. Don Windham officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center, beginning at 11 a.m.


Mr. Windham was born July 22, 1925, in Shelby County, to Thomas Windham and Ardie Risinger Windham.  He served in the United States Navy during World War II, where he saw action in the South West Pacific Theatre. Mr. Windham was a saved Christian and was of the Christian faith.
He is survived by his children, Kay Lawson and husband Garry of Center, Donald Everett Windham and wife Sherree of Dayton; grandchildren, Stefanie Wagstaff and husband Jimmy of Joaquin, Jeffrey Lawson and Shannon Stewart of Center, William Lawson and Cristy Cooper of Center, Stacey Pauwels and husband Nathan of League City, Jennifer Wenderburg and husband Josh of Deer Park, David Hendricks and wife Shelby of DeBerry, Katie Watson and husband William of Nacogdoches; 16 great-grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; sisters, Margie Weaver of Nacogdoches, Bobbie Sue Nichols and husband John Henry of Center; brothers, Max Windham of Shelbyville, Leon Windham and wife Cathy of Timpson; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and a host of friends.


Preceded in death by wife, Jennie Marie Reynolds Windham; sons, Michael Windham, Randy Windham; parents, Thomas Windham and Ardie Risinger Windham; brothers, Dan Windham, Elvin Windham, Jack Windham, Tom Windham.


Pallbearers will be Mr. Windham’s grandchildren.


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

 

Rhonda Sibley Hudspeth

 

 

Rhonda Sibley Hudspeth, 55, of Center, passed from this life to the next, Friday, January 4, 2019, at Christus Highland Medical Clinic with her hand held tight to her husband Ryan’s and her eyes fixed wide on the Glory of her Lord.


Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, January 7, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 8, 2019, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Moore officiating.  Interment will follow at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Stanley, Louisiana.


Rhonda was born May 25, 1963, in Mansfield, Louisiana, to James Benton Sibley and Susan Bland Sibley.  She grew up in the bustling city of Stanley, Louisiana.  If you don’t know where that is, it’s just up the way from the Roberts Road past Stanley High School, where she graduated in the top 17 in her class, which included about 17.
She was one of six siblings who grew up learning the value of hard work and love for others from both of their parents.  Values that were evident by her and Ryan’s ability to help see their 3 children all the way through college and into the careers that will no doubt help shape and save lives for years to come in the fields of education and medicine.  


She married the love of her life, Ryan, on March 31, 1991. They had 28 wonderful years together.  In that time, she had many wonderful experiences, adventures, and joys in her life.  The greatest possibly being time spent at home with her granddaughters, Lively, Ariella, and Selah.


Time was cut short by her battle with cancer, or as she called it, Bacteria, but for those here who are left for the moment with those fond memories know that time will be restored when we see her again on the shores of Glory.


She is survived by her husband, Ryan Glenn Hudspeth of Center, Texas; daughters, Shelby Wheeler and husband, Nic of Center, Texas, Darby Hudspeth of Center, Texas, Rylee Hudspeth of Center, Texas; granddaughters, Lively Hope Wheeler, Ariella Faith Wheeler, Selah Grace Wheeler; mother, Susan Bland Sibley of Stanley, Louisiana; brother, James Benton Sibley Jr. and wife Jessie of Dubach, Louisiana; sisters, Jackie Sevulvado and husband Dago of Joaquin, Texas, Penny Shepard of Mt. Pleasant, Texas, Anita Dockens and husband Kevin of Center, Texas; Billie Jo Timmons and husband Eugene of Longstreet, Louisiana; Granny Loyce; father and mother-in-law, Jessie and Sandy Hudspeth of Center, Texas; brother-in-law, Robbie Hudspeth and wife Sheri of Milam, Texas; sisters-in-law, Jessica Cordray and husband Glenn of Center, Texas, Starla Hall and husband Dale of Center, Texas, Ona Hudspeth of Center, Texas; numerous nieces and nephews; a host of many more family and friends.


Preceded in death by her father, James Benton Sibley Sr.


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

 

 

Jerry Glynn Lynch

 

Jerry Glynn Lynch, 66, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, January 4, 2019, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 8, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at Mt. Herman Cemetery with Bro. Larry Trekell officiating.  


Mr. Lynch was born January 13, 1952, in Center, to S.J. Lynch and Callye Vaughn Lynch.  He retired from the U.S. Forest Service.  His hobbies included working with cows, playing 42, making fudge and traveling.  He was a member of Providence Missionary Baptist Church in Center.


He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Donna Lynch of Shelbyville; sons, Jeremy Lynch and wife Ashley of San Augustine, Ryan Lynch and wife Eryn of Austin; sisters, Doris Broussard and husband Darrell of Houston, Carolyn Grimes and husband Bobby of Clear Lake; brother, O.B. “Pete” Lynch and wife Kathy of Pearland; mother-in-law, Adell Livingston of Center; brothers-in-law, James Livingston and wife Catherine of Center, Richard Livingston and wife Dianne of Center, Chuck Livingston and wife Heather of Lufkin; sister-in-law, Debbie Samford of Center; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


He is preceded in death by his parents, S.J. Lynch and Callye Vaughn Lynch; sister, Diann Lynch; father-in-law, James “Jim” Livingston.


Pallbearers will be Boo Klein, Jack Vaughn, Sammy O’Rear, Danny Scarber, Bro. Don Moore and Bro. Charles Williams.  Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Hughes and James Rudd.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

 

 

 

 

Johnnie Evelyn Sanford

 

 

Johnnie Evelyn Sanford, 83, of Center, passed away Friday, January 4, 2019, in Center.

 

Visitation will be held at 12:00 p.m., Sunday, January 6, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. Interment will be held at Union Cemetery in Shelby County.

 

Mrs. Sanford was born July 13, 1935, in Shelbyville, to William Henry (Willie) Clark and Annie Love Enmon Clark.  She graduated from Shelbyville High School and was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church in Center.

 

She is survived by children, Jo Ann Dodson and husband JD, Charles Crowley, Mary Byrnes, Jo Beth Kimbro and husband Tom, Dennis Crowley and wife Staci; grandchildren, Angela Cruse, Keith Askew, Faitha Mayfield, Jennifer Fountain, Tammy Jo Wiggins, Jonathan Byrnes, Joseph Byrnes, Adam Kimbro, Stephen Kimbro, Kathleen Gilbert, Amanda Crowley, John-Kerry Snyder, Jared-Lane Snyder, Keely Snyder; great grandchildren, Brittany Burch, Macey Burch, Jared Cook, Peyton Askew, Trista Sikes, Xander Fountain, Payden Fountain, Bradley Fountain, Ethan Wiggins, Jacob Wiggins, Chloe Kimbro, Naomi Kimbro, Timothy Kimbro, Sterling Kimbro, Guvie Kimbro, Easton Kimbro, Colton Gilbert, Jakson Gilbert, Mikayla Snyder, Malakie Snyder, Moira Snyder, Miki Snyder, Brody Snyder; lifelong friend, Ann Furlow; Harbor Hospice caregiver, Amy Allen RN.

 

She is preceded in death by her son, Danny Crowley; son-in-law, Larry Bubba Byrnes; grandson, Danny Clint Fenton; parents, William Henry (Willie) Clark and Annie Love Enmon Clark; brothers, Maxie Clark, Derwood Clark, Burk Clark.

 

Pallbearers will be Keith Askew, Jared Cook, Jonathan Byrnes, Joseph Byrnes, Adam Kimbro and Stephen Kimbro.

 

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

 

Aaron Robinson Sr.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hicks Mortuary is announcing funeral service for Mr. Aaron Robinson Sr., (69) of Las Cruz, New Mexico.  Mr. Robinson passed away on Wednesday, December 26, 2018 in Las Cruz New Mexico.  He was born on June 5, 1949.  Funeral service will be Saturday, January 5, 2019 at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church 617 Hopkins Street in Center, Texas. 

 

  

 

Mr. Robinson is survived by:


Children:  Rufus Robinson (Kami) of Tacoma, Washington; Aaron Robinson Jr. (Rochelle) of Center, Texas; Tashana Robinson of Dallas, Texas; Tarhonda Williams (Robert) of Logansport, Louisiana; Ingrid Reed (Antonia) of Shreveport, Louisiana; and Cory Robinson of Shreveport, Louisiana
Siblings:  James Robinson (Veronica) of Houston, Texas; Valarie Williams of Logansport, Louisiana; Venita Colbert of Logansport, Louisiana; Avery Carl Robinson of Gloster, Louisiana; Ronnie Keith Robinson (Terrie) of Shreveport, Louisiana; Delwin Russell (Rufus) of Logansport, Louisiana; Delton Robinson of Alexandia and Merle Robinson of Nashville, Arkansas.


Committal:  Northwest Louisiana Veteran Cemetery on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at 1:00pm
Repass: St. Paul Baptist Church 


Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas 75935

 

James Worthy Edge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

James Worthy Edge (Jim, Jimmy, J.W., Peter, Dad, Papa), 89, of Lake Jackson, passed away Sunday, December 30, 2018, at his home in Lake Jackson, surrounded by his loving family and a room full of angels.


Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, January 4, 2019, at Center United Pentecostal Church in Center.  Funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m.  Interment will be held at Folsom Chapel Cemetery in Center.


Mr. Edge was born August 13, 1929, in Shelby County, to Henry Wesley Edge and Mattie Lou Smith Edge.  He served in the United States Army.


Left with wonderful memories are his wife, Lanelle Edge; son, James Keith Edge and wife Teresa and their children and grandchildren; daughter, Tina Marshall and husband Bryant Torbet and their children and grandchildren; grandson, Micah James Marshall.  He is survived by his brothers, Lyndon Edge and wife Vicki, Paul Edge, Dale Edge; sisters-in-law, Velma Edge, Mary Stacy, Elizabeth Edge.


He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry Wesley Edge and Mattie Lou Smith Edge; siblings, Maxine Miller, John Edge, Joyce Adams, Jackie Miller, H.W. Edge Jr.


Pallbearers will be Jack Quinn, Travis Quinn, Johnny Miller, Danny Edge, Larry Edge, and Nathan Edge.  Honorary pallbearers will be Waylon Quinn and Clint Quinn.


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

 

 

 

 

James "Jamie" Wooten, Jr.

 

James “Jamie” Wooten, Jr., 70, of Orange, passed away at his residence, Tuesday, December 25, 2018. He was born on February 16, 1948, to Mildred Strong Wooten and James S. Wooten, Sr., in Orange. A memorial graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at Strong Cemetery in Shelbyville, Texas. A family committal was held at Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont.

 

Jamie was a Little Cypress-Mauriceville graduate. After graduating high school, he worked for Firestone and international paper in the electrical department. Jamie was a member of the Masonic lodge and loved spending time hunting and fishing. He was known for his welding and craftsmanship fabricating furniture from horseshoes. 

 

Survivors include his son, Tom Wooten and his wife, Miranda; daughter, Kim Lawrence; mother of his children, Sandra Tucker; granddaughter, Hannah Suitts; grandson, Tyler Wooten; sister, Charlotte Wooten, brother, Edgar Wooten; and his four-legged companion, Gizmo.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

 

Memorial contributions to assist the family with expenses may be made to Sabine Federal Credit Union, account number 1903571.

 

The family is being served by Broussard’s Crematorium in Beaumont and Mangum Funeral Home in Center. To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.broussards1889.com or www.mangumfh.net.

 

 

Eva Lois Crockett

 

 


Eva Lois Crockett 80 of Tenaha passed away Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, at Pine Grove Nursing Center. Lay-in-state will be held on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019, from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. at the Friendship Baptist Church in Tenaha, Texas. Services will be held Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019, at 11 a.m. at the Friendship Baptist Church in Tenaha, Texas. Interment will follow at the Friendship Cemetery in Tenaha, Texas. Pastor Jeremy Moor will be officiating for her services.

 

She is survived by:

Her cousin Carrie Wiley of Houston, Texas.

 

 

 

James Paul "Squirrely" Wilson

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

James Paul “Squirrelly” Wilson, 81, of Center, went to be with Lola on January 1, 2019.
Visitation will be begin at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 4, 2019, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will follow at 3:00 p.m. with Bro. Fred Wilcox officiating.  Interment will be held at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center.


James Paul Wilson -Squirrelly- was born on Snow Hill in Shelby County to Buford and Ethel Beasley Wilson on January 13, 1937. After growing up and attending Center High School, where he met the love of his life Lola, they attended Stephen F. Austin State University, got married, and started a career of traveling and making music with The Four Mints. The Four Mints played night clubs and other venues from coast to coast preforming doo-wop music, Christian music, and even a little rock and roll.


After James and Lola had their family, James ran Medical Arts Pharmacy and the Lake Country Inn for several years while starting to travel and sing with the Governor of Louisiana, Jimmy Davis. James Paul would play the guitar and sing backup with Jimmy's wife Anna. They traveled throughout Louisiana and the South singing Christian music and drawing very large crowds.
Some of you may remember the rooster crowing each morning on KDET as James Paul opened up the radio stations morning show. He also presented the Swap Shop and occasionally the General Store. He loved to introduce Mattie Dellinger every day for her afternoon spot, "Here's Mattie" would become a familiar battle cry that the community became accustom to daily. Come rain, sleet, snow, or shine, James would be there by 6am every morning to ensure the community stayed on top of the daily events.


James was also an avid golfer and truly loved the sport. He was a member of the Center Country Club for many years and you could see the bright yellow golf cart zipping around the course several times a week. James was also instrumental in the Darren Wilson Scholarship Fund which raises money for high school students who want the further their education. The money raised helps students with their tuition, room and board, and purchasing books.


James was so blessed having an amazing wife, three incredible children, three marvelous grandchildren, and four beautiful great grandchildren with two more on the way. He was a wonderful Daddy and Papa. We will miss him very much.


He is survived by his daughters, Tana Hairgrove and husband Tom, Traci Morris and husband Tommy; grandchildren, Brent Gregston and wife Jennifer, Tyler Patterson and wife Amanda, Briana Goodrum and husband E.J.; greatgrandchildren, Noah Gregston, Jonah Gregston, Sadie Patterson, Taegan Goodrum, Baby Ezra Gregston due January 2019, Baby Goodrum due July 2019; brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Rosie Wilson.


Preceded in death by his wife, Lola Wilson; son, James Darren Wilson; father and mother, Buford and Ethel Beasley Wilson; father-in-law, Mac Houston; mother-in-law, Kate Houston.
Pallbearers will be Rick Campbell, Stephen Gamble, Glenn Cordray, Neal Stevenson, David Jacobs and Jody Cooper. Honorary pallbearers will be Brent Gregston, Tyler Patterson, E.J. Goodrum, Tommy Morris and Tom Hairgrove.


In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Darren Wilson Scholarship Fund, PO Box 1091, Center, Texas 75935.


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

 

Elenor Joseph Horton

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hicks Mortuary is announcing funeral service for Mr. Elenor Joseph Horton (64) of Center, Texas.  Mr. Horton was born October 4, 1954.    Mr. Horton died Tuesday, January 1, 2019.  Funeral service is Sunday, January 6, 2019 at Mt. Gillion Baptist Church (Highway 87 West), Center, Texas at 3:00pm.  Rev. Gary Suell will be officiating. 

 

Mr. Elenor Joseph Horton is survived by:
Son and Daughter:  Joseph Shame (Ruth) Horton and Tominika Horton of Houston, Texas
Mother:  Josie Horton of Spring, Texas
Brothers:  Edward Earl Horton of Center, Texas; Anthony (Virginia) of Center, Texas; Eric (Shelia) Horton of Houston, Texas; and Larry Charles Harris of El Paso, Texas
Sisters:  Pamula Joyce Jones of Houston, Texas; Josie Harper of Spring, Texas; and Sharon (Curtis) Hamilton of Center, Texas


Visitation:  Hicks Chapel from the hours of 6:00pm to 7:00pm on Saturday, January 5, 2019.
Committal:  Mt Gillion Cemetery 


Repass:  Mt Gillion Church Fellowship Hall 

 

Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas 75935

 

Dorothy Lee Woodruff

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dorothy Lee Woodruff, age 66, passed from this life on earth on Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas surrounded by several members of her immediate family.

 

Dorothy was born on August 19, 1952 in San Augustine, Texas to Ira B. (Jr.) Drawhorn and Audrey Lee (Birdwell) Drawhorn. Dorothy was a loving and supportive wife, daughter, sister and aunt.

 

Dorothy attended San Augustine public schools and was a 1972 graduate. She went on to attend Massey Business College in Nacogdoches.

 

Dorothy married the love of her life, John Stephen Woodruff and lived in Houston, Texas from 1977 until her death. John and Dorothy were married 41 years on December 10, 2018.

 

She enjoyed gardening, sewing, and loved to be out in nature observing God’s creation. She attended the Living Church of God in Cypress, Texas and loved her church family.  Nobody had to ask Dorothy about her walk with God – it was evident in the way she lived her life.

 

An elder sister, Rosa Louise; a niece, Priscilla Sharpton, and her parents, “Jr” and Audrey Drawhorn, preceded her in death.

 

Dorothy is survived by her husband, John; sister Naomi, Sharpton, sister Glenda Walker, sister Gail Edgar and husband Raymond, sister Eva Weeks and husband James; sister Juanita Ward and Ronnie; several nieces and nephews; beloved aunts and uncles, and cousins.

 

Her church family held a memorial service on December 15, 2018 in Houston, Texas.  A private memorial for family and close friends will be held in the spring with burial of the cremains in the family cemetery.

 

Crematory services are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, and Memorial Services will be held at a later date.

 

A special thank you for all the prayers and to Dr. Kanaan (oncologist) and his staff; Cathryn Brown, PA; Dr. Lilit Sargsyan, Dr. Jung, nurse Neal,  and other medical staff of Memorial Hermann and St. Lukes Hospitals as well as the team of Harbor Hospice  (namely Chioma) who provided excellent care for our sister,  friend, neighbor and wife.

 

Donations can be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society @ LLS.org or to a charity of your choosing in Dorothy’s honor. Dorothy loved nature so Sierra Club, Texas Conservation Alliance, Audubon Society are certainly worthy causes and she would be appreciative.  


Online obituary and condolences may be posted at www,wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com

 

 

 

 

 

Joel Dale Snelson

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Joel Dale Snelson, 72, of Garrison, passed away on Sunday, December 30, 2018, in Garrison, Texas.  Born March 22, 1946, in Timpson, Texas to the late Everett and Doris (Stokes) Snelson.   Funeral service will be held at 2:00pm on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at Taylor Funeral Home.  Interment will follow at Cold Springs Cemetery in Garrison. Visitation will be held from 5:00pm – 7:00pm on Tuesday, January 1, 2019 at Taylor Funeral Home.  Visitation will be held from 5:00pm – 7:00pm on Tuesday, January 1, 2019 at Taylor Funeral Home.

 

Joel Dale was raised in Garrison, Texas.  He was a proud graduate of Garrison High School and joined the United States Army in 1965 proudly serving his great country for over four years.  Joel Dale enjoyed fishing.  His greatest moments were the times he spent attending events the grandkids had going on.  He was an avid football fan, especially a fan of the Garrison Bulldogs, in which he proudly supported.  You could frequently find Joel Dale riding the backroads with his best friend-brother, Herb Chatman.  They spent lots of time together always enjoying each other’s company.  Joel Dale enjoyed scratching lottery tickets.  There was something about possibly winning that kept him interested.  He was a loving father, brother, friend.  Joel Dale was a member of Harvest Point Baptist Church in Nacogdoches, Texas.

 

Joel Dale is survived by his daughter, Cammy Knight and husband Randy; lifelong friend, Herb Chatman; sisters, Donna Boyett and husband Kenneth, Debbie Snelson; grandchildren, Paytin Dillon, Kalee Sadberry and husband Chris, Karsen Knight, Kollier Knight; great grandchildren, Rylan Knight, Piper Payne, Maddyn Sadberry, and Oaklee Payne; and a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.

 

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Tara Snelson Dillon; and parents, Everett and Doris Snelson.

 

Pallbearers serving are Jim Chatman, Rusty Cook, Kenneth Boyett, Randy Knight, Mark McFadden, and Johnny Edwards.

 

Honorary pallbearer serving is Herb Chatman.

 

To send condolences and sign the online guest book please visit www.taylorfh.net.

 

Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr, Timpson, Texas, is in charge of arrangements.

 

Rose Mary Andrews Brittain

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rose Mary Andrews Brittain, 89, of Bossier City, Louisiana, formerly of Norfolk, England, passed away on December 28, 2018 in The Woodlands. She was born on September 5, 1929 in England to Arthur Andrews and Audrey Fenn Andrews. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM on Friday, January 4, 2019 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Wayne Anderson officiating. Interment will follow at Folsom Chapel Cemetery. 


A visitation will be from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM prior to the service on Friday, January 4, 2019.
Rose met Hillard Brittain in 1953 when he was in the military and stationed in England. They began a journey that could be called a true love story, were married in June of 1954 and built an amazing and beautiful life together. Rose was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her most treasured moments were spent with her family. To Momo, as her grandkids would call her, family was everything. Rose loved animals, tending to her roses and traveling. She also enjoyed cooking, crossword puzzles and reading. The light and love that she brought to her family and friends will be dearly missed. 


Rose is survived by her son, Johnny J. Brittain and wife, Linda of Shreveport, Louisiana; daughters, Sandra Landrum of Spring, Texas, Jan Ayres of England, Norma Terry of Walkersville, Maryland and Sherry Thompson and husband, Robert of Seabrook, Texas; brother, Norman Andrews of England; sister, Violet Nancy Miller of Indianapolis, Indiana; grandchildren, Darlene, Lisa, Jennie, Melissa, Robert, Jennifer, Brandy, Joshua and Johnny; three step-grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; nine step-great-grandchildren; five step-great-great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, family and friends. 


She is preceded in death by her husband, Hillard F. Brittain; parents, Arthur and Audrey Andrews; and brother, George Andrews.


Pallbearers will be Robert E. Thompson, IV, Johnny Brittain, Dale Guara, Ronnie Stegall and Johnny Frederick.


In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to a charity of your choice. 


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

 

 

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