Joe Bill Reed AGE: 73
ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas
DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Saturday, Oct 31, 2026, San Augustine, Texas
DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : Sept 26, 1947, Jasper, TX
DATE / TIME OF GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Saturday, Nov 7, 2026, 11:30am
PLACE OF SERVICE: Liberty Hill Memorial Garden, San Augustine, Texas
DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: Friday, Nov 6, 2026, 10:00am- 5:00pm
PLACE OF VISITATION: Residence
OFFICATING: Bro. Chris Burris
BURIAL: Liberty Hill Memorial Garden, San Augustine County, Texas
FATHER: Cleo Reed MOTHER: Estine (Hennigan)
OCCUPATION: Pipefitter
SURVIVED BY: Wife: Wendy Reed of San Augustine
Sons: Joseph Reed and wife Jennier of Pt. Neches
Jason Lee Reed and wife Vicki of Fredericksburg
Roy Brandon Meek and wife Shaun of Nederland
**Preceded in death by parents Cleo and Estine Reed; wife Ruth Elaine Reed,
brothers David Reed, Jack Reed, Chris Reed

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

Sandra Jain Coyne, 78, of Center, passed away Sunday, November 1, 2026, in Center.

Her wishes were to be cremated, and a memorial service will be held later in Illinois.

Born April 10, 1948, in Center, Sandra is the daughter of Darrell Partlow and Mildred Lawson Partlow. She loved her pets, nature, the outdoors, and collecting rocks.

She is survived by her daughters, Traci and husband Tim Carothers and Bambi and husband Timbo Wilburn; grandchildren, Tanner Carothers and wife Amanda, Ty Carothers, Bailee and husband Daniel Rash, and Sawyer Wilburn and wife Kelsi; grandchildren, Stetson Rash, Raegan Wilburn, Carter Rash, Emmie Wilburn, and Colbie Wilburn; and brothers, Robert Partlow and wife Donna and Ric Partlow.

Preceded in death by husband, Martin Coyne; and parents, Darrell Partlow and Mildred Lawson Partlow.

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Graveside services for Thomas Paul Wedgeworth, 79, of Timpson, will be held at 1:00 PM, on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Corinth Cemetery, with Bro. Levi Cohorst officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the graveside service beginning at 12:00 at Corinth Baptist Church.

A true country boy at heart, Thomas Paul Wedgeworth spent his lifetime working on the farm and carrying on the legacy of his parents.  He was raised in Timpson, where he made his home and raised his family.  Tom Paul had a knack for livestock and enjoyed nothing more than working his cattle.  He was the first in his family to graduate from college when he earned a bachelor’s degree in agriculture and forestry at Stephen F. Austin State University.  He then began his career in the forestry industry where he remained until his retirement.  He also had quite a garden and grew some of the best tomatoes around.  When he wasn’t working or farming, he could be found in the woods hunting, yet another reason for him to spend time outside in the beautiful lands that God provides and that he so dearly loved.

In the early 70’s he met and married the love of his life, Pat Anderson and together, they raised their daughters with the same morals that were taught to them.  Pat and Tom Paul were active in the community and school.  He spent over 20 years on the Timpson ISD School Board, was a former deacon at Corinth Baptist Church and then at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church.  He was also a member of the Corinth Cemetery Committee.

However, all his accomplishments could never add up to the joy he found when he became “Bops”.  He loved his grandchildren with complete dedication.  He made all the football games, band concerts and competitions and never failed to show them how much they meant to him.  He also enjoyed the family trips they took to Colorado, the national parks and Branson, Missouri. 

Tom Paul is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Pat Wedgeworth; children, Randi Brady & husband Ray and Jennifer Wedgeworth and grandchildren, Tyler Brady and Addison Brady.  

He was preceded in death by his parents, Horace & Gladys Wedgeworth, and very special cousins, Margie Bunch, Clara Pitts, Jeanette Hodges, Marie Mercer, Geneava Ann Harrison, James Edward Wedgeworth and Bob Wedgeworth. These cousins were the siblings Tom Paul did not have and they shared many wonderful times together making lifelong memories.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Corinth Cemetery Association, Hospice of East TX, or Timpson Missionary Baptist Church.

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Services

Visitation

Saturday
October 31, 2026
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Corinth Baptist Church (Timpson, TX)

Timpson, TX

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Graveside Services

Saturday
October 31, 2026
1:00 PM
Corinth Cemetery (Timpson, TX)

Timpson, TX

Services

Visitation

Sunday
November 1, 2026
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Mangum Funeral Home
420 San Augustine St
Center, Texas 75935

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Funeral Service

Sunday
November 1, 2026
2:00 PM
Mangum Funeral Home
420 San Augustine St
Center, Texas 75935

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Interment

Asbury Cemetery
Center
Center, TX 75935

Rosie Marie (Bolton) Hopson, age 63, a lifelong resident of San Augustine County, passed from this life on Friday, October 23, 2026, at her residence.  

She was born October 15, 1963, to the late Bonnie Sue (Womack) Bolton and the late William Alton Bolton. She was a dedicated worker and faithfully served area businesses. Rosie was a Christian and most recently a member of Macune Missionary Baptist Church.

Her survivors include her son, Alton Hightower and Shelly Stafford of San Augustine; daughter, Rachel Hightower of San Augustine; step-daughter, Kaitlyn and Chris Byley of San Augustine; step-son, Brent Hopson of San Augustine; grandchildren, Bradlee Byley, Dawsyn Byley, Lidabelle Stafford, and Azariah Stafford, all of San Augustine County; brother, Larry and Diane Bolton of San Augustine; sisters, Tessie and Ralph Hightower of San Augustine and Emily and Dallas Bjork of Central; and nieces and nephews, Bryan and Aubry Brookshire, Bonnie, Emery, and Amber Denby, Tommy Wood, Merle Bolton, Clint Bolton, and Sarah and Eric Bjork.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William Alton and Bonnie Sue Bolton; and sisters, Sue Ann Wood and Carolyn Denby.

Private arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine. Visit www.WymanRobertsFH.com for memories and condolences.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Rosie Marie (Bolton) Hopson, please visit our floral store.

Flora Ailene Hays Weldon, 92, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, October 26, 2026, in Shelbyville.

Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Shelbyville Methodist Church in Shelbyville with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. Rev. Sherry Harding will officiate. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.

Born in Lexington, Mississippi, Ailene is the daughter of Edward Doyle Hays and Minnie Ailene Hedrick Hays. She was a high school and college basketball player and cheerleader. She attended Millsaps college, majoring in English and Theology. Ailene was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, sister and grandmother. The devoted wife of a Naval Officer, she served in the Naval Officer wives club for twenty-one years. She loved singing, flowers, sewing, and quilting. Most of all, Ailene loved Jesus. She was an active member in United Methodist Women’s group for over fifty years. She proudly served as a choir director until the age of 91.

She is survived by her sweetheart of 72 years and husband of over 70 years, Commander Joseph “J.D.” Weldon; daughters, Elizabeth Joye (Tim) LaBruyere and Dorris Lynne (Larry) LeBleu; son, Jody (Pat) Weldon; bonus daughter, Jeannette (Chad) Simon; grandchildren: Heidi (Darin) Brenchley, Matthew (Sarah) Frederick, Colton (Saralynn) LaBruyere, Cary Sonnier, Stephenie and Daniel Weldon, Abby (Grant) Trahan, and Mia Simon; great-grandchildren, Emma LaBruyere, Henri Frederick, Anthony and Hays Weldon, and Phoebe Simon; sisters, Kathaleen Bradshaw and Marianne (Randy) Cooper; brother, Edward (Melanie) Hays; nieces and nephews, Ronald (Guillermo) Bradshaw, Scott (Shawn) Bradshaw, Katie (Dustin) Gant, Courtney (Battle) Hamrick, Travis (Rochelle) Hays, Chris (Zan) Mahalitc, Leeanne (Hunter) Beasley, and Jonathan (Brittany) Chandler; a host of great-nieces, nephews, and in-laws; and her beloved grandkitty, Fancy.

Preceded in death by parents, Edward Doyle and Minnie Ailene Hays; brother, William (Buddy) Hays; nephew, Michael Bradshaw; and loving in-laws, R.E. and Ruby Weldon.

The family offers heartfelt gratitude to her loving caregivers, Jimmy, Cindy, Becky, and Charlotte.

Pallbearers will be Darin Brenchley, Larry LeBleu, Matthew Frederick, Colton LaBruyere, Cary Sonnier, and Henri Frederick.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Shelbyville Methodist Church, or Shelby County Outreach in her memory.

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Mike Price, a captain with the San Augustine County Sheriff's Office, passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at his residence at the age of 46. He was born February 6, 1980, in Baytown, Texas.

Michael's life was full of the little moments. His world became all about the grandbabies and the joy they gave him. Singing the Night Night Song at bedtime, even over FaceTime in the middle of a shift or mowing the lawn with someone on his lap.

Sharing his own childhood hunting stories with his son, Jake, while they hunted together. Teasing back and forth with his daughter, Lexy, who never let an "ok, Lex-Luther" go by without an "ok, Daddy RayRay" right back. Riding his bike every chance he got, including one last ride with his daughter, Kyla, just days before he passed. Fending off his wife's rooster, William, with the horses' stall shovel every time he helped her in the yard. Sneaking to clean up his own messes, while watching his wife from the corner of his eye, smirking, and waiting for her to say, “Yes, I see you,” before he'd start giggling. He encouraged those he mentored to bring themselves and their children closer to God.

Before he wore a badge, Michael spent 16 years in the United States Air Force as a propulsion mechanic. Service never stopped being who he was. His devotion to law enforcement was born from a need to help others: to be the one people could rely on, the one they could look up to, the one who stood in the face of adversity knowing what he did kept others safe. He rose from deputy to Captain with the San Augustine County Sheriff's Office. Along the way he worked alongside his K-9 partner, Army, the two of them sharing the same attitude and personality.

He often expressed that the Sheriff's Office wasn't just where he worked. It was his family, one that surrounded them and their children with love and support. He frequently told his wife, “The Sheriff’s Office is our family. They will always be here for us if we need them.” He was all of that, but most importantly he was Husband, Dad, and Pawpaw. 

His survivors include his wife, Jessica Bryan Price; parents, Nancy Louise Price-Lehman and Michael Raymond Price Sr.; children and spouses, Jacob and Claudia Price, Lexy and Cade Ryan, and Kyla and Chavis Holman; grandchildren, Wyatt, Paisley, Kaleigh, Eleanor, and Elijah; sisters and husbands, Bethany and John Asher and Melinda and Tyler Willis; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service for Capt. Price will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 31, 2026, at San Augustine County Cowboy Church, located on FM 711, with Bro. Wade Bryan officiating. Committal service and interment will follow at the Dickerson Cemetery in San Augustine County. 

Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 31, 2026, at the church.

Pallbearers: Jake Price, Tyler Willis, Brad Turner, David Haley, Mike Williams, and Lynnzee Byley.

Visit www.WymanRobertsFH.com for memories and condolences.

Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine, Texas.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mike Price, please visit our floral store.

Angel Guadalupe Moncayo-Sandoval, infant son of Josue Moncayo and Merlid Sandoval-Moncayo passed away in Houston, Texas. He was born on September 27, 2026, in Houston, Texas, to Josue Moncayo and Merlid Sandoval-Moncayo. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 3pm on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at St. Therese Catholic Church, Center, Texas, officiated by Fr. Luis Pena. Interment will follow at Restland Cemetery, Tenaha.   

A visitation will be held prior to the service from 12PM – 2:30PM at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.  

Though his time here on earth was brief, our precious little boy filled our hearts with a love beyond words. In his short month of life, he brought a light into our world that will never fade and gave us memories we will hold close to our hearts forever. 

Our sweet boy, you were loved from the very beginning and will be loved for all eternity. You may have only spent a short time in our arms, but you will remain in our hearts forever. 

He is survived by his parents, 

Josue Moncayo and wife Merlid Sandoval-Moncayo 

 

Brother, 

Josue Zabdiel Moncayo-Sandoval 

 

Grandparents,  

Angelica Tovar and husband Ciro Sandoval 

Martin Moncayo and wife Trischel Moncayo 

 

Great-grandparents, 

Elena Mendoza and husband Tobias Sandoval 

 

Cousins, 

Leylah Leon 

Luca Leon 

Karter Castillo

Kinsley Castillo

 

Aunts & Uncles, 

Guadalupe Sandoval-Leon and husband Jorge 

Angelica Sandoval 

Clarissa Sandoval 

Ciro Sandoval 

Cade Castillo and wife Mary Burrow 

 

He is preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Vicente Tovar and Delfina Guzman; uncle, Benjamin Louis Tovar.  

Hicks Mortuary is announcing funeral services for Mr. Claud Walter “CW” Gillaspie (85) of Center, Texas. C.W., as he was commonly called. was born to the late Claudie Gillaspie and Lillie Riggins Gillaspie in Carthage, Texas on August 11, 1941. Mr. Gillaspie died at his residence on October 21, 2026. Funeral service for Mr. Gillaspie is scheduled for Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 12:00 Noon, at Triumph the Church and Kingdom of God in Christ located 908 Daniels Street, Center, Texas 75935. Bishop Howard Cloudy Sr. will be the eulogist.

CW was a hardworking man with a wonderful sense of humor and a gift for storytelling. He had a way of bringing laughter to any gathering, and his stories could entertain family and friends for hours. Whether sharing memories from years gone by or simply enjoying a good conversation, CW had a special way of making ordinary moments unforgettable.

Throughout his life, CW believed in the value of hard work. He dedicated many years of service to Holly Farms, which later became Tyson Foods. His strong work ethic and dedication served as an example to those around him.

Mr. Claud Walter “CW” Gillaspie is survived by:

Devoted Wife of 62 years: Levady Gillaspie

Sons: Walter Gillaspie (Kristy) and Brian Gillapie (LaTresha)

Daughter: Belinda Gillaspie

Brother: Tommy Lathan and Sugarman Gardner (Debra)

Sisters: Helen McCowin (Howard), Stella Garder (Fredrick), and Della Johnson (Bobby)

Special Son: Ortega Cartwright

Special Daughters: Felicia Garrett (Kim), Machelle Holman, and Sharon Statndey

and 14 grandchildren, a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family members, and special friends.

Visitation: Friday, October 30, 2026, at Hicks Chapel from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Extended Visitation will be on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Triumph the Church and Kingdom of God in Christ from the hours of 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon; per family request a Partin-view will not be available on Saturday.

Committal: Westview Cemetery Center, Texas

Repass: Pineywoods Outreach Center 255 Haley Drive Center, Texas

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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 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

 

Michael "Mike" Wade Hughes, age 68, of Livinston, Tx passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025. He was born March 24, 1957 to Franklin Wade Hughes and Betty Jean Crump Hughes. 

 

Mike grew up and went to school in Joaquin, Tx. He later moved to Livingston, Tx. He worked as an auto mechanic throughout his life and made many friends. 

 

Mike is survived by:

Son: Michael Lloma Hughes of Livingston, Tx

Daughter: Mysti Nicole Hughes of Rye, Tx

Grandchildren: McKenzie Jean Hughes, Aiden Wade Hughes and step grandchildren Ean Wayne and Lillian Rose Whitemire along with their mother Christina Ann Cangemi, all of Livingston, Tx. 

Sisters: Vicky and husband, Larry Askew of Center, Tx

Brenda Ford and husband, Tommy of Spurger, Tx

Patricia Hughes of Cleveland, Tx

Martha Weaver of Center, Tx

Kathy Abbott and husband, Bill of Azle, Tx

Robby Fry and husband, Randy of Joaquin, Tx

Sister-in-Law: Teresa Hughes of Joaquin, Tx

Brother-in-Laws: Bobbie Eddins of Center, Tx 

John 'Red' Wheless of Joaquin, Tx

And Special Friend who was like a brother: Doug Shook of Joaquin, Tx

 

Michael is preceded in death by: Mother, Betty and step father, Charles Rippy, Father, Franklin Wade Hughes. Brother: Steve Hughes, and Sisters: Janie Wheless, Pam Cunningham, and Sandra Eddins.

 

A memorial service will be held at a later date. 

NAME : Melanie Jean Trammel

AGE: 62

ADDRESS: San Augustine, Texas

DATE / PLACE OF DEATH: Wednesday, April 23, 2025, San Augustine, Texas DATE / PLACE OF BIRTH : June 1, 1962, Norfolk, VA

DATE / TIME OF PLACE SERVICE: N/A OF SERVICE: N/A DATE / TIME OF VISITATION: N/A PLACE OF VISITATION : N/A OFFICATING: N/A BURIAL: FATHER: Dean Willis Eighme MOTHER : Mary Lou ( Milks ) OCCUPATION: Nurse SURVIVED BY: Husband: Gary W. Trammel of San Augustine Sons: Mark Waid Trammel of San Augustine John William Trammel of Danbury Matthew Trammell of San Augustine Luke James Trammel of San Augustine Daughter: Rachel Elizabeth Gardner of San Augustine Brother: Rick Eighme of Angleton **Preceded in death by sister Sharon 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

Due To Weather Conditions. Services Have Changed From Graveside to

Funeral at Mt. Zion CME

Hicks Mortuary is announcing funeral service for Mrs. Helen Joyce Goodwin of Center, Texas. Helen
was born in Center, Texas to the late Ralph Mann and Christine Norris Mann on March 4, 1939. Helen
Goodwin departed her life in Center, Texas on April 17, 2025. Funeral services for will be Friday, April
25, 2025, at Mt. Zion CME Church located at 921 Martin Luther King Drive, Center, Texas 75395. at
11:30 AM. Rev. Richard Earl Edwards Sr. will be the Eulogist.
She was a person devoted to her family and to all that knew her. Helen was a member of Mt Zion CME
Church where she served faith. Helen retired at EL Bruce Hardwood. She worked there for many years.
Helen Joyce Goodwin is survived by:
Son: Lester Mann of Center, Texas
3 Grandchildren: Evette (Michael) Netherly of Center, Tx; Torrance (Shaneria) Patton of Houston, Tx; and
Latiqua Mann of Lufkin, Texas
Great-grandchildren: Great Grandchildren Ryan and Myles Netherly, Ava and Mia Williams, Addie, Zyla
and Jazmine Patton
Great-Great Grandchildren; Micah, Kash and Navy Netherly
Special “adopted” great granddaughter Jocelyn Berry of Houston, Texas
1 Brother: Charles Mann of San Diego, CA,
and an abondance of nieces and nephews that really loved her.
Visitation: Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Hicks Chapel from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Committal: Westview Cemetery Center, Texas

Service entrusted to Hicks Mortuary 804 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Center, Texas 75935
Please visit our website for online condolences at www.hicksmortuary.net

Mr. Bobby Wayne Runnels, age 64, a longtime San Augustine County resident, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Nacogdoches Medical Center.

Mr. Runnels was born September 16, 1960, in Hemphill to parents Herman and Eunice (Kendrick) Runnels. He was a retired parts manager and longtime area resident.

His survivors include his wife, Greta Runnels of Nacogdoches; a son, Derek Runnels of Tyler; daughter, Cheyenne Runnels and Jessica of Nacogdoches; grandson, Wyatt Runnels of Tyler; and a brother, Calvin Runnels and Evelyn of San Augustine County.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Eunice Runnels; grandson, Parker Wayne Runnels; his sister, Lassie Dean Hyden; and a brother, Bo Runnels.

Private arrangements are being handled by Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine. Visit www.wymanrobertsfh.com for memories and condolences.

Judy Lynn Tolar, a longtime resident of Sabine County, Texas, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Mill Creek Nursing Home in Silsbee, Texas, at the age of 68 years, 10 months.

Judy was born June 13, 1956, in Beaumont, Texas, to parents George and Bettie Tolar.

She is survived by her son, Jason McCray; brothers, Ronnie Harris and Judson Tolar; nieces, Keri Green, Danielle Wilkerson, Michelle Ferguson, and Rachel Ferguson; and nephews, Steve Thomas, Brett Thomas, and Chevy Faught.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Yellowpine Baptist Church, located at the Hwy. 87/FM 2343 intersection in the Yellowpine Community of Sabine County. (125 Scrappin Valley Road, Hemphill, TX 75948)

Visit www.WymanRobertsFH.com for memories and condolences.

Arrangements are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Judy Lynn Tolar, please visit our floral store.

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Services

Celebration of Life

Saturday
May 3, 2025
11:00 AM
Yellowpine Baptist Church
125 Scrappin Valley Rd | Hwy 87 at FM 2343 | Yellowpine Community
Sabine County, TX 75948

Troy Lee Risinger, 71, of Shelbyville, Texas, passed away on April 18, 2025, in Nacogdoches, Texas.  He was born on August 6, 1953, in Center, Texas, to James David Risinger and Ruby (Denby) Risinger.  

Funeral service will be held at 10AM on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Mangum Funeral Home with Bro. Lamar Denby officiating. Interment will follow at West Hamilton Cemetery. 

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 5-7PM at Mangum Funeral Home.  

Troy was born and raised in Shelby County. He graduated from Shelbyville High School and joined the United States Marines. Troy Proudly served in the Marines for 9 years. He loved his children. He enjoyed the outdoors while riding his 4-wheeler being chased by his dog, Joe, checking cattle, and fishing. 

He is survived by his daughter,
Kimberly Kay Risinger

Brothers,
James Risinger
Donald Risinger
Bobby Risinger

Sisters,
Debbie Willey
Betty Jones and husband Jack
Ronda Moore and husband John

Grandchildren, 
Cody Lane Cooper
Kelley Ann Amburn
Katie Lynn Amburn
Andrew Lee Risinger
Natalea Joy Smith
Kyle Smith
Alesha Joy Broadway
Cameron Lee Pate

Great-grandchildren, 
Cameron Lee Fields
Kohan Fields
Graceland Smith

Numerous nieces and nephews.

Troy is preceded in death by his daughters, Rebecca Lee Eddins, Tabatha Joy Risinger; and father, James David Risinger.

Pallbearers serving will be Billy Risinger, Brent Risinger, Andrew Risinger, Jeremy Moore, Matthew Watson, and Jonathan Thompson. 

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Services

Visitation

Tuesday
April 22, 2025
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Mangum Funeral Home
420 San Augustine St
Center, Texas 75935

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Funeral Service

Wednesday
April 23, 2025
11:00 AM
Mangum Funeral Home
420 San Augustine St
Center, Texas 75935

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Interment

West Hamilton Cemetery
CR 1036
Shelbyville, TX 75973

Brenda Kaye Nixon Standley, born November 13, 1952, in Center, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 20,
2025, after spending 14 days in ICU. She was the daughter of Melvin Eugene Nixon and Mary Joy Ryans Nixon.
Brenda lived a life devoted to her family and loved watching her grand babies grow up. She was the most
generous, caring, kindest person you would have ever met; she would give, give, and give and would rather do
without to give more. If ever a person deserves to have a golden ticket to heaven, she would definitely have one.
Brenda’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Brenda grew up in the Devils Pocket area and attended Deweyville High School. Married her high school
sweetheart for 53 years; whom she had met at the phone booth at (use to be) Nick’s Cafe there in Deweyville.
They had one son, Jeff, who gave her 4 sweet grand babies and a special nephew that she took custody of when
he was 15 whom she considered as her second son whom provided her with two more sweet grand babies.
Brenda was a hard working individual. She worked at the frosty in Deweyville earning $.75 an hour to be able to
buy furnishings for her nursery of soon to be son. Her first home was a new two bedroom mobile home 53 foot
long where she lived with her husband in Starks, Louisiana. They moved the mobile home to a lot they bought in
Orangefield where they lived for a few years and later sold it and bought a two bedroom brick home in Bridge
City. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bridge City where she talked pre-kindergarten and Sunday
school. She went to Lamar University in Beaumont. She later moved with her family to Parachute, Colorado,
where she live for 10 years. There she worked at a convenience store and later a bank in Glenwood Springs and
then the property manager over battlement Mesa modular homes and apartments. She then moved with her
family back to Louisiana in Sulphur. There she worked for Westlake Polymer group. She later moved with her
husband to Saudi Arabia, where she worked at an expat school. After about 10 years, she moved with her
husband, back to Sulphur Louisiana; there she went to work for Sweet Lake Land and Oil company. She moved
again with her husband to Pasadena, Texas and went to work for Chevron downtown Houston. She retired from
Chevron 2016 and her husband retired a few months later where they lived a comfortable and relaxing retirement
in Deer Park Texas.
Brenda vacationed abroad in Hawaii, Dubai, Amsterdam, but mostly in the United States. She enjoyed multiple
cruises to the Caribbean. She enjoyed renting homes in Galveston and Crystal beaches and having the kids and
grandkids come. In her younger years she enjoyed going camping (in a tent) in local areas such as lake Rayburn,
Dam-B, and numerous beaches. She owned a dirt bike; her and her husband and son would take adventures into
the unknown. She took a couple of vacation trips traveling through Colorado. Her favorite memories probably
came from the lake house they had purchased at Bailey Bluff on Toledo Bend where the kids and grandkids
would come and visit.
Brenda was preceded in death by her brother, Johnny Nixon, twin sister, Linda Nixon, and parents, Melvin and
Mary Joy Nixon.
Brenda is survived by her husband Herbert Standley and her sweet Bella (Yorkie), son Jeffrey Standley and his
wife Denise and grandchildren Seth, Isaac, Noah, Cecilia; son Jeremy Ashcraft and his wife, Ginger, and two
grandchildren, Evia & Eloise; sisters, Mary Jane and husband Morris Sanders, and Sandria Whitten, and five
nephews and their families.

A graveside service honoring Brenda will be held at Jackson Cemetery near Joaquin, Texas, Tuesday at 1 PM April
22, 2025.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Kay Watson, 80, of Center, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, April 21, 2025, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with
visitation beginning at Noon. Bro. Gordon Vaughn will officiate, assisted by Bro. Danny Dodson. Interment will
follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.
Born September 24, 1944, in Center, Kay is the daughter of Robert Shadrick Pate and Faye Elizabeth Schillings
Pate. She graduated from Timpson ISD. Kay loved her family.
She is survived by her husband, Bobby Watson of Center; daughter, Angela McDonald and husband Gary of
Center; grandchildren, Greg and Stefanie McDonald of Shelbyville, Grant and Heather McDonald of Shelbyville,
Stephen and Lynsie Watson of Shelbyville, Stephanie Watson and Paul Hagler of Shelbyville, and Sean Watson of
Center; great grandchildren, Sydney McDonald, Gavin McDonald, Gace McDonald, Shade McDonald, Levi
McDonald, Walker McDonald, Reece Watson, Mason Watson, Carson Copelin, Camille Copelin, Noah Watson,
Emerson Watson, Audrey Watson, and Zane Watson; sister, Alice Pate of Shelbyville; brother, Barry Pate and wife
Linda of Center; and daughter-in-law, Selena Watson of Center.
Preceded in death by her son, Scott Watson; parents, Shade and Faye Pate; and a host of aunts and uncles.
Pallbearers will be Greg McDonald, Grant McDonald, Stephen Watson, Stephanie Watson, Sean Watson, and
Carson Copelin. Honorary pallbearers will be great grandchildren.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

W.A. Moore, 91, of Joaquin, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, in Nacogdoches.
Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center
with visitation beginning at 2:00 p.m. Bro. Steven Hill will officiate. Interment will follow at Joaquin Cemetery in
Joaquin.
Born April 25, 1933, in Logansport, Louisiana, W.A. is the son of William Ivory Moore and Wilma Douglas Moore.
He was a member of Pipeliners Union for 50 years, the Masonic Lodge, and First Baptist Church in Center.
He is survived by his sons, Michael Moore and wife Diane of Carthage, Lenney Moore and wife Cindy of Franklin,
Tommy Moore and wife Lisa of Henderson, and Steven Moore and wife Betty of Carthage; grandchildren, Emily
Dunn, Daniel Moore, Heather Moore, Kaycee Sims, Chelsea McIntosh, Tucker Moore, Janson Moore, Madison
Burns, Coleman Bartlett, Rowdy Moore, and Sage Moore; 9 great grandchildren; sister, Linda Hunt of Arkansas; a
host of nieces and nephews; mother of his children, Shirley Estes of Carthage.
Preceded in death by his wives, Nancy Moore and Mary Ann Moore; parents, William Ivory Moore and Wilma
Douglas Moore; brothers, Verlin Moore and Marlis Moore; sisters, Dorothy Bonner and Sherry Moore; and special
friend, Coy Reed.
Pallbearers will be Daniel Moore, Janson Moore, Rowdy Moore, Zay Dunn, Evan Dunn, Tucker Moore, and
Coleman Bartlett. Honorary pallbearer will be Randy Bonner.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Barbara Ann Whitaker Holloway of Etoile, Texas, was called to her heavenly home on April 16, 2025, in Lufkin, Texas. She was born September 1, 1945, at Fort Crockett on Galveston Island, Texas, to Oscar William Whitaker and Clara Etta Pyle. She was raised in Apple Springs, Texas, by her great-grandparents, Malrey and Nora Pyle, where she attended the Baptist church and graduated high school.

Visitation will be held Monday, April 21, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, 316 W. Columbia in San Augustine, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home Chapel, followed by graveside services at Blue Springs Cemetery in Etoile, Texas.

She was a strict but fair mother and spoiling grandmother with a beautiful smile and a tender loving heart. She was an excellent cook and never knew how to cook for just two people. Her chicken and dumplings, old school venison and gravy, chocolate cake, and coconut cake were legendary. She loved her Dr Pepper and Coke. She had a work ethic second to none and in her later years, a passion for reading.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Elma D. "Bill" Holloway of Etoile, Texas; daughters, Rusti Allen (Micky Sr.) of Black Jack, Texas, Penny Whisenant (Bobby) of Etoile, Texas, Sherri Harrison of Nacogdoches, Texas, Lora Turner (Tom) of Etoile, Texas, Deanna Sheffield (Melvin) of Oakwood, Texas, and Robbie Jo Pinkston (Michael Sr.) of Black Jack, Texas; son, Billy Holloway of Nacogdoches, Texas; sisters, Linda Whisenant of Etoile, Texas, Sue Pillows of Lufkin, Texas, Brenda Whitton of Etoile, Texas, Gwenda Britt (Roy) of Etoile, Texas, Jean Chambers of Chireno, Texas, Julia Henson (Kent) of Lufkin, Texas, and Rhonda Griffin of Woden, Texas; brother, Elvin Cook of Nacogdoches, Texas; sister-in-law, Sherron Cook of Lufkin, Texas; and her aunt, Stella Anzo Richardson (Kent) of Lufkin, Texas. She is survived by 16 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents; brother, Robert Cook; son-in-law, Tim Dudley; brothers-in-law, Gerald Whisenant, Herman Pillows, Billy Whitton, Scotlin Chambers, Wayne Griffin; grandson, Tommy Allen; and great-granddaughter, Alauna Martin.

Special thanks goes to the nurses and caregivers of Hospice in the Pines and Parkwood in the Pines Nursing Home for their love and care for our mother. We could not have asked for better.

Visit www.wymanrobertsfh.com for memories and condolences.

 

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Services

Visitation

Monday
April 21, 2025
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Wyman Roberts Funeral Home
316 West Columbia
San Augustine, TX 75972

 

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Funeral Service

Tuesday
April 22, 2025
10:00 AM
Wyman Roberts Funeral Home
316 West Columbia
San Augustine, TX 75972

 

 

Committal Service & Interment

Tuesday
April 22, 2025
Blue Springs Cemetery
19270 FM 226
Etoile, TX 75944

Services for Tammy "Faye" Christine McDonald (Holloway), 55, of Timpson, will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, April 21, 2025, at Timpson First Assembly of God Church, with Bro. Justin Timmons officiating. Graveside services will follow at Woodlawn cemetery. Visitation will be held the prior evening, Sunday, April 20, 2025, from 6:00 PM til 8:00 PM at Taylor Funeral Home.

Tammy was born on June 3, 1969, in Nacogdoches, TX to Robert Leonard and Beverly Mae Norwood Holloway. She passed away April 15, 2025 in Tyler, TX.

The family requests that attendees to the celebration of Tammy's life wear your boots as well as bright and/or colorful attire. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been started in Tammy's name to fund the purchase of a tablet or laptop computer to help further the education of a young student in need at Timpson ISD and Nacogdoches ISD. Donations can be made at any Austin Bank location, questions about the account referred to the Timpson branch, as well as the GoFundMe link below.

A full obituary will be posted when available.

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Services

Visitation

Sunday
April 20, 2025
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Taylor Funeral Home
511 Ross Graves Dr.
Timpson, TX 75975

 

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Funeral Service

Monday
April 21, 2025
2:00 PM
First Assembly of God
652 Houston Street
Timpson, TX 75975

 

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Graveside Service

Monday
April 21, 2025
3:00 PM
Woodlawn Cemetery - Timpson
Garrison St
Timpson, TX 75975

 

Donations

Tammy McDonald Memorial Fund
Timpson TX 75975
Web: https://gofund.me/15f56fa3

Avis Geraldine Tomlin passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025.
A graveside service only will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 11 th  at New Hope Cemetery, 1957 FM 2974,
Center, Texas 75935. Please consider a donation to the New Hope Cemetery committee in place of flowers.
Family and friends are invited to the Center Community Center for lunch and visitation located at 425 San
Augustine St. in Center.
She is preceded in death by her husband, J.R. Tomlin; daughter, Pamela Jean Tomlin Pickett Burnett; father, Roy
Leon Noble; mother, Fleta L. Noble; sisters, Sybil Noble Adkinson, Vivian Lamerle Noble Rozelle; brothers, Roy
Edward Noble, Roger Hammond Noble, Jerry Leon Noble; and grandson, Bryan Jacob Tomlin.
She is survived by her children - sons, J.L. Tomlin and wife Susan, Jimmy Darrell Tomlin and wife D’Juana, Jeffery
Glenn Tomlin and wife Elizabeth; daughters, Vicky Lynn Tomlin Lawrence and husband Roy, Lisa Janelle Tomlin
Adams and husband Bob.
She had 16 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild.

Don’t cry for me now I have died, 
for I’m still here I’m by your side,
My body’s gone but my soul is here,
please don’t shed another tear, 
I am still here I’m all around, 
only my body lies in the ground. 
I am the snowflake that kisses your nose, 
I am the frost, that nips your toes. 
I am the sun, bringing you light,
I am the star, shining so bright. 
I am the rain, refreshing the earth, 
I am the laughter, I am the mirth. 
I am the bird, up in the sky, 
I am the cloud, that’s drifting by. 
I am the thoughts, inside your head, 
While I’m still there, I can’t be dead.

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

Jay Dee Cockrell, 64, of Joaquin, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, April 8, 2025.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, April 11, 2025, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in
Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro.
Jody Hooper officiating. Interment will follow at Sholar Cemetery in Joaquin.
Jay Dee was born on July 10, 1960, in Logansport, Louisiana, to James Horace Cockrell and Jo Dell Edburg
Cockrell. He was an Eagle Scout and a 1978 graduate of Joaquin High School. He spent his life working hard,
taking care of his family, and showing up for his community.
He started out in the oilfield before settling into poultry farming, raising broilers for 40 years. He also raised cattle
and took pride in everything he did.
Over the years, Jay Dee served on the Huxley City Council, coached little league teams, and held positions on the
Joaquin ISD School Board, the Shelby County Tax Appraisal Board, and the Joaquin Fire District Board. He was
proud to serve as President of the Sholar Cemetery Association and was a steady supporter of the Shelby County
Livestock Show. He was awarded the Honorary Lone Star Degree from the Texas FFA Association. Jay Dee was a
member of the Shelby County Cookers and a lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Go
Texan Committee.
In 1981, he married his best friend and the love of his life, Selisha Kay Cockrell. They shared 43 years together,
built on love, loyalty, and a whole lot of grit. She was his rock — the one who stood by his side through every
season of life. Jay Dee was never prouder than when it came to his kids. Supporting them and watching them
grow into who they are today brought him more joy than anything. He loved being with family and friends —
always ready to lend a hand, tell a story, or share a laugh.
Jay Dee always had a way of figuring things out — a true problem solver. He could fix or figure out just about
anything and always had something to say. He was a straight shooter, and yes, a certified bullshitter — always
with a good heart.
Jay Dee will be remembered for his grit, generosity, and the deep love he had for his family, his work, and his
community. His legacy will live on in the lives he touched and the example he set.
He is survived by:
His wife:
Selisha Kay Cockrell of Joaquin, TX
Children:
Kade Cockrell of Joaquin, TX
Jodi Cockrell of Joaquin, TX
Uncle and Aunt:
Jerry and Margaret Cockrell of Joaquin, TX
Mother-in-law:
Betty Burgay of Timpson, TX
Brother:

John Cockrell and wife, Karen, of Prosper, TX
Brothers-in-law:
Chuck Kay of Shelbyville, TX
Stephen Burgay of Timpson, TX
Numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends whom he loved deeply.
He was preceded in death by:
His parents: James Horace Cockrell and Jo Dell Edburg Cockrell
Fathers-in-law: Tom Kay and Stanley Burgay
Brothers: James Allen Cockrell and Joe Cockrell
Sister-in-law: Cynthia Cockrell
Pallbearers will be Derek Cockrell, Ricky Cockrell, Brad Cockrell, Brandon Cockrell, Jace Gurley, Robby Woodfin,
Skipper Hendricks, and Kenny Weeks.
Honorary pallbearers will be John Paul Lawson, Rodney Dean, Rich Cockrell, John Cockrell, Scooter Gray, and
Jesus Gomez.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Sholar Cemetery, 8334 US Hwy 84 E, Joaquin, TX 75954.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com