WATSON & SONS FUNERAL HOME
PO BOX 232/1554 SH 7 EAST
CENTER, TEXAS 75935

PHONE: 936-598-4331 FAX: 936-591-9944

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NEWS RELEASE: October 16, 2026
DECEASED NAME FOR NEWS: Sherry Rene Baggett
Sherry Rene Baggett, 69, of Center, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in Center.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, October 23, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in
Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Watson & Sons Chapel with
Bryan Tyre officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Cemetery in Nacogdoches.
Born September 1, 1957, in Mesa, Arizona, Sherry is the daughter of Tillman James Rackley and Ruth Marie
Huggins Moore. She was a great mother, grandmother, and great grandmother- the glue that held the family
together.
Sherry René Baggett was known by many names—sweetheart, Sugar, Momma, Mom, Grandma, and Aunt
Sherry—but no matter what you called her, you knew you were loved. Sherry had a love for life’s little joys. She
took great pride in her Native American heritage and enjoyed learning about her ancestry and the generations
that came before her. She loved getting her hair done, anything turquoise, hummingbirds, cardinals, dancing,
listening to Willie Nelson, and of course, a good trip to the casino. Above all, Sherry loved her family, especially
her two daughters, Desirae and Delainey, who held a special place in her heart. She cherished her sisters and
brother and loved bringing everyone together. She especially enjoyed hosting holidays and parties, filling her
home with family, laughter, dancing, and memories. She loved a good family game night, whether it was
checkers, Pictionary, Yahtzee, or everyone’s favorite, Kids Charades. There was never a shortage of laughter
when Sherry was around. Although she will be deeply missed, her family finds comfort in knowing she has been
reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband. Sherry will forever be remembered for her laughter, her love, her
pride in her roots, and the countless memories she leaves behind. Her spirit will live on in every family gathering,
every game night, every Willie Nelson song, every dance, and every hummingbird and cardinal that comes our
way. Forever loved and forever missed, our Momma, Mom, Grandma, and Aunt Sherry.
She is survived by her daughters, Delainey Baggett and husband LaMarcus of Center and Desirae Hart and
husband Thomas of Spring; grandchildren, Kailie Tate, Alexis Tate, Keira Tate, Skylar Perry, Bronson Perry, and
Brandt Perry; multiple great grandchildren; and sisters, Glenda Hanway of Nacogdoches and Emily Conrad and
husband Michael of Center.
Preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Baggett; parents, Tillman James Rackley and Ruth Marie Huggins
Moore; and brother, William Barker.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

WATSON & SONS FUNERAL HOME
PO BOX 232/1554 SH 7 EAST
CENTER, TEXAS 75935

PHONE: 936-598-4331 FAX: 936-591-9944

www.watsonandsonsfh.com

NEWS RELEASE: October 18, 2026
DECEASED NAME FOR NEWS: Patsy Jane Mikesh
In Loving Memory of Patsy Jane Mikesh
Patsy Jane Mikesh, of Loudon, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, in Lenoir, Tennessee.
Patsy was born on May 21, 1951, in Loudon, Tennessee, to Lester McDonald and Martha Isbell.
She is survived by her loving children, Joe Elliott, Bobby Elliott, Cissy Adkinson, and Mary Jane Presley. She also
leaves behind a host of cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren who will continue to carry her memory
in their hearts.
Mamaw Pat was as genuine and feisty as they come. She was never one to hold her tongue, and you never had
to wonder how she felt or where you stood with her. She spoke her mind, stood firm in her beliefs, and had a
personality that was truly one of a kind. She loved entertaining others and enjoyed the company of good people.
Mamaw Pat was the kind of grandma you knew would do just about anything for you. Her love for her family ran
deep, especially for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who held such a special place in her heart. She
was proud of her Cherokee heritage and often credited her fiery spirit and feistiness to her Cherokee roots. And if
you knew Mamaw Pat, you knew that fire was something special about her. She had a strength that couldn't
easily be shaken. Life brought her more than her fair share of hardships and heartbreak, but time and time again,
she found a way to get back up, keep going, and face another day. Through it all, she continued to be there for
the family she loved so dearly. That was Mamaw Pat. Strong, outspoken, resilient, and full of life. She was one of
a kind, and there will never be another quite like her. Her spirit, her stories, her love, and even her feisty ways
will live on in the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. She will be deeply missed, but the
memories she leaves behind will forever be a part of the family she loved so much.
A private graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at White Rock Cemetery in Center, Texas.
Pallbearers will be Marcus Adkinson, Justin Adkinson, Brian Horton, Jorge Martinez, Cody Adkinson, and Kolton
Adkinson.
Patsy will be remembered by her family and loved ones, and her memory will live on through the generations she
leaves behind.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com

William Thomas “Tommy” Smith, 45, of Logansport, Louisiana, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026, in
Joaquin, Texas.
He will be cremated and his family will hold a memorial service at a later date.
Born May 25, 1981, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Tommy is the son of James Douglas Smith and Benita Cliff Smith.
His hobbies included fishing, riding his motorcycle, taking care of his dog, and drawing- he was quite the artist.
Above all, Tommy loved spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his children, Alaina Jackson of Stanley, Louisiana, Jason Smith of Joaquin, and Mattalyn Smith
of Joaquin; grandchildren, Makenna Sue, Ava Smith, and Layla Smith; brothers and sister, Ricky Smith of
Logansport, Louisiana, David Smith of Joaquin, Texas, Angela and husband David Jordan of Longstreet,
Louisiana, Chris Cohoon and wife Kim of Logansport, Louisiana, and Bruce Cohoon of Center, Texas.
Preceded in death by his father, James Douglas Smith.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com