NAME: Gus Lynn Moore                     AGE: 82
ADDRESS: Chireno, Texas
DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Friday, Sept 27, 2024, Chireno, Texas
DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : May 1, 1942, Chireno, TX
DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Monday, Sept 30, 2024, 2:00pm
PLACE OF SERVICE: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine, Texas
DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Sunday, Sept 29, 2024, 5-7pm
PLACE OF VISITATION: Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas
OFFICATING: Bro. Michael Dickerson
BURIAL: Lower Chireno Cemetery, Chireno, Texas
FATHER: Lee Monroe Moore MOTHER: Emma Lee (Shaw)
OCCUPATION: Delivery Driver Propane
SURVIVED BY: Wife: Virginia Moore of Chireno
Sons: Raymond Moore (Opal) of Chireno
Gus Moore Jr. (Amanda) of Chireno
Daughters: Mary West (Ed) of Nacogdoches
Sheila Spencer (Ronnie) of Chireno
Sister: Barbara Thacker of Nacogdoches
11 Grandchilren, 16 Great-grandchildren, 1 Great-great-grandchild

**Preceded in death by parents Lee and Emma Moore; granddaughter Randa Moore;
Brothers Charlie Lee Moore, Franklin Moore;
Sisters Bessie Mae Shaw, Lessie Sowell, Verna Sargent, Louise Fussell, Bobbie Sargent

Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com

Arrangements under the direction of
WYMAN ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME

316 W.COLUMBIA SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS PHONE #936-275-2311

FAX # 936-275-0034

James Allen King, 86, of Center, passed away Thursday, September 26, 2024, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, September 28, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral
Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, September 29, 2024, at Watson & Sons
Chapel with Bro. Ronnie Wheeler officiating. Interment will follow at Antioch Cemtery in San Augustine.
Born November 10, 1937, in Pineland, James is the son of James E. King and Arminda Trower King. He
graduated from Pineland High School in 1955 and went on to further his education at Texas A&M University. He
graduated from there in 1959. James retired as an Assistant Deputy Commissioner from Texas MHMR after 29
years. He was a member of Texas Baptist Men’s Group, with whom he traveled as a volunteer builder across the
United States and Canada building churches. James was also a member of a Masonic Lodge in Austin and
Northwest Baptist Church in Austin, where he served as a deacon. He was most recently a member of Ephesus
Baptist Church, where he taught Sunday school. His hobbies included travelling, playing 42, watching Texas A&M
football, and spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his daughter, Pam and husband Mike Furlow of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Taylor and husband
Tony McGee of Shelbyville, Allen Weeks and Christian Clark of Shelbyville, and Logan Furlow of Nacogdoches;
great grandchildren, Bella McGee and Ava McGee both of Shelbyville; brothers-in-law, Joe Taylor and wife Jeane
of Shelbyville, Paul Taylor and wife Cathy of Shelbyville, Monte Taylor and wife Donna of San Augustine, Roger
Wagstaff of Shelbyville, and Wallace Chance of San Augustine; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Billie Taylor King; parents, James E. King and Arminda Trower King; great
grandchild, William Rhett McGee; and sisters, Bobbie Rugg, Lois Burleson, and Marilyn King.
Pallbearers will be Jared Hargrove, Michael Bill Taylor, Justin Wagstaff, Jake Wagstaff, Bryar Wagstaff, Blake
Deal, and Blane Deal.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Blandell DaRooster Suell, age 65, was born to mother, Polley Harris, and father, Willie James Redmond, on January 15, 1959 and made his transitioned on Saturday, September 14, 2024.

Visitation is from 10am until 8pm with wake from 6pm until 8pm on Friday, September 20, 2024 at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center. Funeral service is at 1pm Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Abundant Love Ministries, 1426 Shelbyville Street, Center, Texas 75935 with Rev. Marlin Cloudy, Sr. Pastor and Minister Ruby Nixon, Eulogist. Interment is at Westview Cemetery in Center.

Blane is preceded in death by father, Willie James Redmond; mother, Polley Harris; three sisters, Joann Locket Suell, Lisa Suell, and Syble Redmond.

He leaves to cherish is memories:

Sisters and Brothers:
Centia Suell (Lonne Hightower) of Center, Texas
Elizabeth Suell of Center, Texas
Alex Suell (Nickie) of Center, Texas
Henry Suell(Linda) of Center, Texas
Bobby Suell of Center, Texas
Willie Suell of Tyler, Texas
Barbara Calhoun of Center, Texas
Donell Redmond (Linda) of Nacogdoches, Texas
Red Redmond of Houston, Texas
Rickey Redmond of Houston, Texas
Robert Redmond (Tracy) of Houston, Texas
Rochell Redmond of Houston, Texas
Sherly Johnson (Tommy) of Houston, Texas
Jackie Redmond (Virginia) of Center, Texas

In loving memories of Blandell DaRooster Suell to all who knew Blane, they knew he didn't let anything get him down, some legacy facts about him was that he loved to watch westerns, and he was a certified sharp shoota (smile). He worked for Tyson Foods for many years until he retired, then you would find him enjoying the company of friends on the porch talking about the old days. He would always say, you know "oh rooster ain’t got long." I never knew what you meant until the day God called you home, may you walk to the sunset like the Da Black Cowboy whom we all have known you to be. In life I can say he never rushed a thing, not even walking my cousin Hezeki down with a switch (smile) not even in his transitioning he sit there and waited on God to come get him.

In memories, he leaves all of his family and friends, nieces, great nieces, nephews, sister n laws and brother n laws. We all got hang with Blane and he was for sure gone give you a laugh so family lets celebrate uncle on today, hold your heads up high because to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Services entrusted to Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

 

It is with loving tribute that the family announces the death of beloved wife and mother Sharon Davis of
Shelbyville, Texas. Sharon was born October 28, 1941, in Ludlow, Massachusetts. She peacefully passed away on
Friday, September 20 th , at her home in Shelby County, Texas, surrounded by loved ones.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 29 years, John Davis. Her daughter, Elizabeth Zimmerman; son-in-law,
Doug Zimmerman; grandchildren, Reagan Zimmerman, Cameron Zimmerman, Annalisa Zimmerman; great
grandsons, Kainen Roe, Vinny Divas-Zimmerman. She also is survived by son, James Withers and daughter-in-
law, Donna Hughes; grandson, Major Nathan Blair; granddaughter-in-law, Rachel Blair, and their children Josie,
Jaxon, and Lexie. Sharon is also survived by her stepchildren and families that loved her immensely, John Davis,
Dale Wade Davis, and Debbie Davis. Additionally, Sharon is survived by brothers, Marshal Coulter and wife Ellen
and brother, Robert Coulter of Fort Worth. Sharon loved and adored her best friend, Debra Belgard, and dear
friend, Euvonne Cooper.
Sharon is preceded in passing by her mother, Adele Musinski.
Sharon was a woman of faith and always inspired others by her selfless actions. She studied biblical doctrine daily
under the guidance of Berachah Church in Houston, Texas and Pastor RB Thieme Jr.
After graduating nursing school in 1962, she went into the Army Nurse Corps where she served her country in
Vietnam. She was a dedicated nurse for over 50 years and was passionate about helping others.
Sharon loved her family and faced death with bravery and courage inspired by her faith and love for Jesus Christ.
Services will be 10am on Saturday 9/28 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

NAME: Sylvia Ovis (Sullivan) Wallace                  AGE: 77
ADDRESS: Broaddus, Texas
DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Friday, Sept 20, 2024, Lufkin, Texas
DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : Sept 28, 1946, Sabine County, TX
DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Tuesday, Sept 24, 2024, 2:00pm
PLACE OF SERVICE: Trinity Baptist Church, Broaddus, Texas
DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Monday, Sept 23, 2024, 5:00-8:00pm
PLACE OF VISITATION: Trinity Baptist Church, Broaddus, Texas
OFFICATING: Bro. Don Lofton
BURIAL: Hebron Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas
FATHER: Robert Sullivan MOTHER: Flossie (Ponder)
OCCUPATION: Homemaker
SURVIVED BY: Son: Thomas Wallace of Broaddus
Granddaughters: Meagan Wallace, Lauren Wallace, Sarah Wallace all of Broaddus
Great-grandchildren: Maddox Wallace, Madden Landry, Ledger Wallace
Sisters: Evelyn (Doyle) Davis of Broaddus, Hazel Lewis (Tom) of Tyler,
Helen Wallace of Junction, Opal Thacker of Norwood,
Brenda Riggs of Toledo Town, La.
Brothers: Don Sullivan (Tina) of Hebron, Roger Sullivan of Houston
A host of nieces and nephews
**Preceded in death by parents; husband Thomas Wallace

Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com

Arrangements under the direction of
WYMAN ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME

316 W.COLUMBIA SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS PHONE #936-275-2311

FAX # 936-275-0034

Edwin Earl Parker Jr., 44, of Lufkin, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2024, in Lufkin.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in
Center with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born September 12, 1980, in Carthage, Edwin is the son of Edwin Parker Sr. and Nelda Lout Turner. After high
school, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Edwin enjoyed building, computers, and helping others
with electronics. He loved spending time with his nephews and his dog, Ace.
He is survived by his father, Edwin Parker Sr; mother, Nelda Lout Turner; brothers, Mickey Parker and Colton
Parker; and nephews, Charlie and Caleb Parker.
Preceded in death by his grandparents, Sam and Norma L. Lout, Tommy Wayne Parker, and Louise Glaze; and
his uncle, Jeff Parker.
Pallbearers will be Mickey Parker, Kenneth Parker, Edwin Parker Sr., Steve Parker, Caleb Parker, Mitch Ragsdale,
and Jayden Mathis.
A special thank you to Affinity Hospice, specifically nurse aide, Patricia, and nurse, Melanie, for their
compassionate care.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Henry Douglas Fincher, 91, of San Augustine, went home to heaven on September 14, 2024. He was born
August 1, 1933 to John Henry and Mary Edith Richards Fincher in Center, Texas. He was a graduate of Shelbyville
High School and East Texas Baptist College in Marshall. He was an Army Veteran. 
 
God called him to preach as a teenager and he preached the gospel for most of his life, pastoring churches in
Texas, Louisiana, and Oregon. He was interested in souls being saved and lives being changed. He made lasting
friendships in each church, becoming a part of the lives of the congregation. He would soon discover the hunters
and fishermen in order to plan outdoor activities with them. 
 
God gifted him with tremendous talent as a master gunsmith and photographer. He built beautiful, one-of-a-kind
rifles and took stunning pictures of birds, wildlife, landscapes, and people to share with family and friends. 
 
He was a storyteller and could remember family details as well as events in each church he pastored. He shared
these in person, in his book, in newspapers, and on Facebook. He took many pictures throughout the years and
always seemed to have one to illustrate his stories. 
 
He loved his kids and grandkids and counted them as precious blessings. He and his wife, Pam, shared over 34
years of life and love. She was faithful to care for him until God took him home. 
 
When someone died, Doug always said they'd crossed the Jordan. Now he has crossed the Jordan and is safe
with Jesus and family. 
 
He is survived by:
 
Wife, Pam LeDoux Fincher of San Augustine 
 
Sons:
Mark Douglas Fincher and wife, Janice of Gary
Jonathan Neal Fincher of New York, NY
Brandon Wade Martin and wife, Christy of Muskogee, OK
 
Daughters:
Linda Caralee Fincher of East Meredith, NY
Amber Allison Smith and husband, Russell of Copperas Cove, TX
 
Brothers:
John Fincher and wife, Shirley of Shelbyville 
Joe Fincher and wife, Melody of Orange 
Rick Fincher and wife, Pam of Parsons, KS
 
Sisters:
June Oswalt and husband, Danny of Henderson 
Donna Fontenot and husband, Micah of Henderson 
 
Brother-in-law:
Brian LeDoux and wife, Nichol of Vinton, LA

 
Sister-in-law:
Brenda McClain and husband, Robert of Brookeland
 
Numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a host of friends. 
 
Preceded in death by parents, Henry and Edith Fincher, daughter, Cassandra Lynn Fincher, father-in-law and
mother-in-law, Oley and Gloria LeDoux, brother, Bill Fincher, sisters, Jeri Bridges, Meri Duggan, and Pat
Pettigrew. 
 
A private graveside service was held September 19 at Oaklawn Memorial Cemetery in Center, Rev. Micah
Fontenot officiating. 
 
Arrangements under the direction of Watson and Sons Funeral Home. 
 
In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local church. 
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Charles Raymond Hickman, 92, of Zavalla, Texas, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024, in Zavalla.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, September 20, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home
in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Lone Cedar Missionary
Baptist Church with Bro. Wes Wright officiating. Interment will follow at Lone Cedar Cemetery in Joaquin.
Born June 18, 1932, in Shelby County, Charles is the son of John Terry Hickman and Dena Mae Ramsey Hickman.
His hobbies included hunting, fishing, watching the Astros, and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his sons, Keith Hickman and wife Tammy of Huntington and Terry Hickman and wife Jill of
Kingwood; grandchildren, Dan Hickman and wife Kim of Huntington, Ben Hickman and wife Vita of Deer Park,
and Cara Hickman Woolet and husband Keyl of Kingwood; great grandchildren, Colton Hickman and wife Torri,
Kylee Hickman, Kaya Hickman, Leo Hickman, Archie Woolet, and Hayes Woolet; great great grandchildren, Dylan
Zoe, and Hayden Hickman; brother, Eldridge Hickman of Arkansas; sister-in-law, Doris Gordon Pierce and
husband Leon of Pasadena; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his wife, Marie Gordon Hickman; and parents, John Terry Hickman and Dena Mae Ramsey
Hickman.
Pallbearers will be Dan Hickman, Leo Hickman, Ben Hickman, David Pierce, Colton Hickman, and Keyl Woolet.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Gary Rholes, age 68, of Crystal Beach, Texas and formerly of Center, Texas, passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at his beloved beach house in Crystal Beach.

Mr. Rholes was a graduate of Center High School, class of 1974, the University of Texas and also the UT School of Law. He served as Shelby County Attorney for many years, and he was known for his kindness and particularly for his passion for the protection of Shelby County children. He and his staff headed a large Christmas toy drive for many years and enjoyed the multiple generous contributions from the county that enabled these events.

Gary loved music and had the privilege of playing drums in Dr. Danny Paul Windham’s band for many years. To quote a dear friend, he was a smart, witty and brutally honest man. He was a hardcore longhorn fan and a lifelong democrat, as well.

Gary attended St. John’s Episcopal Church in Center, and more recently, Grace Episcopal Church in Galveston, Texas.  

Gary is survived by:

Wife, Julie

His daughter, Kelly Rholes Bara and her husband Troy, and their daughters, Finley and Blake

His son, Ryan Rholes and his wife, Irina, and their daughter, Sofia

Stepson, Justin Peterson

Stepdaughter, Alyssa Peterson Ray, her husband Nathan, and their daughter, Stevie June

Brother, Steven Rholes and his wife, Ramona

Sister and brother-in-law, Susan and Harry Stephens

Mother-in-law, Marilyn Otto

As well as, a number of other family members and many, many dear friends too numerous to mention.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Wilma Rholes.

Gary’s wishes were to be cremated and to have no formal service. A memorial will be held later in the month.

NAME: Michael “Brad” Allen AGE: 55
ADDRESS: Chireno, Texas
DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Monday, September 16, 2024, Chireno, Texas
DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : June 3, 1969, Center, TX
DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Friday, September 20, 2024, 11:00am
PLACE OF SERVICE: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine, Texas
DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Thursday, September 19, 2024, 5-8pm
PLACE OF VISITATION: Wyman Roberts Funeral Home
OFFICATING: Charles Sharp, Dakota Allen
BURIAL: Attoyac Cemetery, San Augustine County, Texas
FATHER: Roy Roscoe Allen Sr. MOTHER: Rachel (Dennis)
OCCUPATION: Trucking
SURVIVED BY: Wife: Sheila Allen of Chireno
Mother: Rachel Allen of Chireno
Son: Tony Perez Jr. and wife mina of Hudson
Daughters: Ginger Fowler (Daniel) of Colmesneil, Candice Price (Jeff) of Conroe,
Constance “Fat Butt” Benedetti of Rosevine
Grandchildren: Austin, Taya, Keeley, Dylan, Raeleigh, Aja, Dominik, Dagan, Tucker,
Colt, Asher, Allana, Nick, Allen, Jeff, Abby, Bam, Trey, Myles, Isai
Great-grandchildren: Coen, Seger, Deacon, Greenly, Ezra (arriving soon)
Brother: Roy Roscoe “Booger Red” Allen Jr. of Chireno
Nieces: Krystine Caldwell, Sierra Grace, Cheyenne Allen
A host of other family members, friends and neighbors
**Preceded in death by father Roscoe Allen Sr.; brother Mark Tracy Allen; granddaughter Leigh Ann
Perez; great-granddaughter Baby B.; niece Haley Cooper

Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com

Arrangements under the direction of
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316 W.COLUMBIA SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS PHONE #936-275-2311

FAX # 936-275-0034

Funeral services for Angie I. Snow, 48, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Good Hope Baptist Church with Bro. John Raines and Bro. Eric Pledger officiating. Visitation will be held immediately prior to funeral services beginning at 1:00.

Ms. Snow passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024 in Nacogdoches, TX. She was born April 21, 1976 in Carthage, TX.

A full obituary will be posted when available.

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Services

Visitation

Saturday
September 21, 2024
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Good Hope Baptist Church (TX)

 

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Funeral Service

Saturday
September 21, 2024
2:00 PM
Good Hope Baptist Church (TX)

Donald Dean Cooper, 88 years old, of Huxley, TX, died on September 11,2024. Born on June 2, 1936, in
Montgomery County, Kansas, he was the son of the late Charles E. and Edna L. (Harmon) Cooper.
Donald's life was marked by a spirit of adventure and a dedication to service. He spent 40 years as a truck driver,
logging 4 million miles without a chargeable accident, a testament to his professionalism and dedication to safety.
He and his wife had a farm in Missouri and raised alfafa, cattle, feeder pigs and sheep. He was transferred to KC
KS and moved to Independence, Mo., then moved to Calico Rock, AR and raised ostriches, where he became an
avid fisherman.  After moving to Huxley area, he turned to welding and building their home and helping those
around him when needed.
Donald's zest for life was evident in his diverse hobbies and interests. He was a pilot, a parachute instructor and
jumpmaster in the KC, MO. area, a scuba diver involved in water rescue unit and volunteer fireman in Missouri.
His love for the outdoors extended to water skiing, snow skiing, hunting and fishing. In his later years, he
particularly enjoyed fishing.  He was raised in the masonic lodge in October, 1960, he was a member of Warren
Lodge No. 74, Keytesville, MO. and Sam Houston No. 32, Shelbyville, TX.
He is survived by his wife, Virginia J Bettes Cooper; children: William L, Cooper, Gate City, VA; Philip B. Pixler of
Salina, KS; Tina D. and husband Sean Brandt of Lee's Summit, MO and Theresa Bowlin of Independence, MO.
Sister-in-law, Darlene Cooper; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, as well as
long-time friends and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Carlos and Robert, sister, Betty
Cooper McCampbell, step-daughter, Nina L. Pixler Ferestad and niece, Cheryl McCampbell Bangs.
Donald requested to be cremated with no service, a life celebration is planned for the future. The family suggests
that contributions in Donalds memory be made to Shriners Children’s Hospital of Shreveport, LA. Watson and
Sons of Center, TX are assisting the family with arrangements. 
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

 

NAME: Verlon Don Askew                     AGE: 76
ADDRESS: Lufkin, Texas – formerly of Broaddus
DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Saturday, September 7, 2024, Lufkin, Texas
DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : December 26, 1947, Broaddus, TX
DATE / TIME OF SERVICE: Wednesday, September 11, 2024, 2:00pm
PLACE OF SERVICE: Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, San Augustine, Texas
DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Tuesday, September 10, 2024, 5-8pm
PLACE OF VISITATION: Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, Texas
OFFICATING: ?
BURIAL: Broaddus Cemetery, Broaddus, Texas
FATHER: C. E. Askew MOTHER: Leeodis (Dickerson)
OCCUPATION: Welder
SURVIVED BY: Daughter: Heather Dawn Butler and husband Shaun Michael Butler of Lufkin
Granddaughter: Hayden Jeanette Butler of Lufkin
Grandson: Shaun Michael Butler II
Brother: Ray Askey and wife Mary of Texas City
Sister: Sue Smith and husband Nolan of Broaddus
**Preceded in death by parents C. E. Askew and Leeodis Askew; Wife Jean Askew;
Daughter Kara Jeanette Askew

Online Obituary and Condolences Posted at www.wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com

Arrangements under the direction of
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316 W.COLUMBIA SAN AUGUSTINE, TEXAS PHONE #936-275-2311

FAX # 936-275-0034

Viva Mae Cox, 84, of Shelbyville, Texas, passed away peacefully on
September 6, 2024. She was born on January 21, 1940, in Orange, Texas, to
the late Clinton Franklin and Sarah (Guillory) Franklin.
Graveside service will be held at 10:30AM on Tuesday, September 10, 2024,
at East Hamilton Cemetery with Bro. Don Richey officiating.
Visitation will be prior to the graveside service beginning at 10AM at the
East Hamilton Cemtery pavilion.
Viva “Nanny” was the beloved wife of Dudley Cox, with whom she shared
48 wonderful years of marriage. She was a devoted mother to five children:
Bruce, Carole, Patty, Melinda, and Brenda, a cherished grandmother to nine
grandchildren, and a great-grandmother to ten great-grandchildren, with
more on the way.
Viva’s life was filled with love, creativity, and care. She had a passion for
crafts—sewing, quilting—along with cooking and gardening. She also had a
special fondness for hummingbirds—the little things that make life
beautiful. Her home was always filled with warmth, laughter, and the
inviting smell of her famous biscuits, for which everyone sought the recipe.
When busy with her crafts, one had to be cautious when sitting in her
favorite chair, as it often resembled a pin cushion, scattered with tools of her
trade.
For many years, Viva worked as a seamstress at Franklin's Sporting Goods,
where she artfully stitched the names and numbers of athletes onto jerseys.
One of her proudest moments was being entrusted with creating new
uniforms for the Houston Astros after theirs were lost—an accomplishment
she treasured, feeling she had contributed to her community in a special way.
Viva is survived by her loving husband, Dudley Cox of Shelbyville; her
brother, Virgil Franklin of Huxley; her daughter, Patty Cox of Kilgore; her
daughter, Melinda Mannino, and husband Bob of Lumberton; and her
daughter, Brenda Reinhardt, and husband Randy of Mauriceville. She also
leaves behind her nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren, all of
whom brought her immense joy.
She is preceded in death by her father, Clinton Franklin; her mother, Sarah
Franklin; her sister, Patricia Yaw; her son, Bruce Rodriguez; her daughter,
Carole Buell; and her son-in-law, Mark Cox.
Pallbearers will be Brad Rodriguez, Cris Miller, Jason Cox, Michael Buell,
Bryce Miller, and Landon Miller. Honorary pallbearers include Virgil
Franklin, Randy Franklin, Robert Franklin, Bob Mannino, Randy Reinhardt,
Jeff Buell, Caleb Smith, Brad Morgan, Doyle Miller, and Robert Risinger.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net .
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.

Hettie Analea Rawson, known as Analea to her friends and family, passed away peacefully at the age of 85 in
Carthage, Texas on September 6, 2024.
Analea was born in Logan, Texas to Guy Wimberly McFadden and Ellen Leona Wimberly. She was married to
Gwen Thomas “Skeet” Rawson of Tenaha, Texas.
She is survived by three children, Renee Phillips and her husband Kirk, Amanda Jackson and her husband John,
and Matt Rawson. She has three grandchildren, Jeremy Phillips, Tabby Phillips and Nate Jackson.
She attended high school in Logansport, Louisiana and attended Panola College and Stephen F. Austin State
University while raising her children. She earned a Masters Degree in Social Work at Stephen F. Austin State
University. In addition she attended the Unity School of Christianity and obtained an advanced degree in Religious
Studies and Theology. She was a licensed minister. Her career and interests were varied. She served as a
Director of the Tri-County Headstart Program and in addition obtained federal funding for a 12 county East Texas
Childhood Development Program during her tenure there. She was the Director of a medical and dental facility
which was built with federal funding in Logansport, Louisiana which was designed to provide services to residents
of rural East Texas and Louisiana. She resigned from the position to attend seminary school and became a
licensed minister. She served as an Ambassador for the Unity School of Christianity and traveled extensively for
several years. She later became the head minister of churches located in Denver, Colorado, Fort Worth, Texas
and Austin, Texas. She retired in 2015 and resided in New Mexico, Tenaha, and Carthage, Texas. Her interests
also included collecting antiques and remodeling old houses.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Ellen McFadden; her husband, Gwen Thomas “Skeet” Rawson;
her brother, Jimmy Larry McFadden; and her sisters, Vida Duke and Tony Lambert.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

 

Amanda Nicole Oates Weaver, 49, of Timpson, passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2024, in Timpson.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, September 6, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center
with visitation beginning at 11:00 a.m. Bro. Clark Bynum and Jim Jacobs officiating. Interment will follow at
Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Born September 11, 1974, in Center, Amanda is the daughter of Larry Oates and Kathryn Oates. She taught
kindergarten for 24 years at Center Christian Academy and worked at the Century Shoppe for 20 years. Amanda
loved cooking, shopping, and spending time with her family. She was a member of Revival Tabernacle in Center.
She is survived by her husband, Randy Weaver of Timpson; son, Trey Weaver of Timpson; parents, Larry and
Kathryn Oates of Shelbyville; and numerous aunts, uncles, and other relatives.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Jeff and Edna Lightfoot and Jessie and Vashti Oates.
Pallbearers will be Juston Barbee, Derek Barbee, Clay Barbee, George Welch, Levi Birdwell, and Aaron Triplett.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

 

Funeral services for James Delbert "Bubba" Timmons, 80, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 5:00 PM on Sunday, September 1, 2024 at Corinth Baptist Church with Bro. Carroll Jones officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 4:00 PM.

James “Bubba” Delbert Timmons, 80, passed away peacefully at his home on August 30th in Timpson, TX.

Son of Lily Pearl (Rice) and Delbert Riley Timmons, he was born May 18, 1944, in Navasota, TX. He entered the Navy after leaving high school, serving proudly during Vietnam. He worked many years on shrimp boats in Galveston Bay, but the majority of his career was working as a pipefitter for Brown & Root and later Halliburton. He received extensive on-the-job safety training and served as a paramedic at the paper plant. He also had a plumbing license for many years and used his skills to help anyone who needed help with a plumbing job.  

After retirement in 2006, he dedicated most of his time to fishing.  His family joked about him being a “crappie whisperer” because he could catch fish when no one else could find them. As much as he loved to fish, he didn’t like to eat it; so, it became a personal challenge for him to keep friends’ and family’s freezers stocked with fish.

He later moved to Timpson to be closer to his grandkids who were truly the light of his life. If the kids were involved in a school or sporting event, you were sure to find him there. He was a loyal friend and loved by many including “the girls at the office (Texas Quick Care)” and his buddies at the auto store he would visit every day.

Bubba was also a faithful member of Corinth Missionary Baptist Church in Timpson, TX. He had accepted Jesus as his Savior and was secure in his faith. There weren’t many Sunday mornings he wasn’t standing at the front door serving as security for the church.

He was preceded in death by his mother and father, a sister (Connie Cade), and brother (Danny Wayne Timmons). He is survived by his daughter, Brandi Timmons, of Houston, his son and daughter-in-law, Justin and Katy Timmons, of Timpson, TX; his most adored grandchildren – Connor, Kaleigh, Quinn, and Caroline Timmons; sister Jeniece Miles; sister Billy Overturf; and sister and brother-in-law Joyce and Charlie McLawchlin; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews; along with special friends - Cade, Tracie, Cole and Mallory Yarbrough; Katy McKee and Kimmy Leal.

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Services

Visitation

Sunday
September 1, 2024
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Corinth Baptist Church
FM 1970
Timpson, TX 75975

 

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Funeral Service

Sunday
September 1, 2024
5:00 PM
Corinth Baptist Church
FM 1970
Timpson, TX 75975

 

 

 

Alma Lettie Furlow, 98, of Logansport, passed away Friday, August 30, 2024, in Joaquin.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, September 2, 2024, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in
Center with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Sister Melba Rodgers will officiate. Interment will follow at Bethel
Cemetery in Logansport, Louisiana.
Born March 13, 1926, in Logansport, Louisiana, Alma is the daughter of Augustus Loran Strong and Ada Clara
Atwood Strong. She was a member of Mims Springs Baptist Church in Logansport, Louisiana.
She is survived by children, Larry and Brenda Furlow, Harry Furlow and Sandra David, Lennis Holt and Rebecca
Crawford; grandchildren, Donnie and Jami Furlow, Darren and Sharon Furlow, Holli and Terry Taylor, Tara
McArthur, Cherry Holt Pringle, Bambie Holt, Kevin and Teresa Holt, and A’Dana and Dwayne Bernard; great
grandchildren, Hannah and Randy Baldazo, Chelsea and James Pharis, Zachery and Torie McCormick, Lyndsi and
Jake Clark, Haley and Cody Nichols, Coy Taylor, Vernonica Crawford, Ayevah Kendrick, Alayna Haley, Vayah
McArthur, Caleb and Kandace Metcalf, Lani and Chris Kendrick, Jacy Williams, Boone and Sheena Davis, Jonathan
and Ashlie Cheshire, Haley Holt, Hunter and Brittany Holt, Haven Price, Autumn and Cory Livingston, Kelli and
Jacob Buttler, James and Alexis Falcon, Hannah Holt, Joseph Falcon, Amber and Jeremy Oliver, Courtney and OC
Stroud, Katy and Henry McKinney, Becca May and Dylan Adams, Seth Crawford, and Daniel Crawford; great great
grandchildren, Camryn, Kreed, Sawyer, Addy, Ethan, Wesley, Dante, Gideon, Kaylee, Rynlee, Cooper, Taighen,
James Lee, Khloe, Chance, Serenity, Faith, Ashlynn, Logan James, Zayden, Huxlynn, Conway, Benjy, Lynda Rose,
Levi, Ryleigh, Rhett, Kennli, KK (Kayden), and Lily.
Preceded in death by her husband, Harold Furlow; daughter, Linda Holt; parents; sisters, Mittie Lee Burket and
Hazel Boyd; and brother, Lester Strong.
Pallbearers will be Donnie Furlow, Jonathon Cheshire, Darren Furlow, Hunter Holt, Dwayne Bernard, and Boone
Davis. Honorary pallbearers will be Dale Arbuckle, Ricky Arbuckle, David Graves, Wayne Taylor, and Kevin Holt.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

 

Carole Ann Buell, 62, of Gladewater, Texas, passed away on August 28,
2024, surrounded by loved ones in Tyler, Texas. She was born on
December 31, 1962, in Orange, Texas.
Funeral service will be held at 2PM on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at
Mangum Funeral Home, 420 San Augustine St., Center, Texas. Interment
will follow at East Hamilton Cemetery.
A visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 1PM at Mangum
Funeral Home.
Carole was raised in Orangefield. She attended Bridge City High School and
Lamar University. She met the love of her life, Jeffrey Buell, in Port Arthur,
Texas, while he was making a delivery at her place of employment one day.
He gave her a spontaneous goodbye kiss and from there they enjoyed 31
years of marriage. She later became a security business owner. Carole also
known as “Gigi” loved her family. Gigi enjoyed precious time spent with her
family and BBQing. She had two children, Michael and Andrea whom she
adored. Gigi loved crafting, cooking, and sewing. Her kind, gentle heart was
one that was a mother to many. Gigi was the life of the party. She enjoyed
having fun with those around. Gigi was super proud to be the mother of US
Marine Sgt. Michael Buell. She loved the Lord and served through her
church, New Covenant Church, Longview.
She is survived by her husband,
Jeffrey Buell
Mangum
Funeral Home
Laird
Funeral Home, Inc.

Son,
Michael Buell and wife Amber
Daughter,
Andrea Brown and husband Jason
Grandson,
Oliver Buell
Mother and Father,
Viva and Dudley Cox
Sisters,
Patty Cox
Melinda Mannino
Brenda Reinhardt
Brother-in-laws,
Mike Buell
Chris Buell and wife Deanna
Carole is preceded in death by Buel Rodriguez and brother, Bruce
Rodriguez.
Pallbearers serving will be Michael Buell, Jason Brown, Brad Rodriguez, Cris
Miller, Bryce Miller, Landon Miller, Michael Ragusa, Charlie Ragusa.
Honorary pallbearers serving will be Dudley Cox, Doyle Miller, Jason Cox,
Mike Buell, Chris Buell, and members of Sam Houston Lodge No.32.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net .
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.