08/31/07

Robert D. Scarber, 79, of Huxley, passed away Thursday, August 30, 2007. He was born June 4, 1928 in Dreka, Texas to Daniel James Scarber and Bessie Ann Shue Scarber. Robert was a retired business owner, having previously owned Scarber’s store in Huxley. He served in the US Army and was a member of Sam Houston Masonic Lodge and the Huxley Volunteer Fire Department.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 1, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Wayne Bickley officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday, August 31, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Sammy Furlow, Danny Scarborough, Johnny Mathews, Joe Morris, Billy Smith, Troy Shofner, Randy Smotherman and Shad Sparks.

Honorary pallbearers will be Don Schmutz, Marlie Vaughn, Felix McDaniel, Burt Furlow, Ben Felts, Billy Hutto, David Griffin, Robert Griffin.

Survivors include:

Wife, Ann Campbell Scarber of Huxley

Sons:

Bobby Scarber of Shelbyville

Mike Scarber & wife Tammie of Center

Marty Scarber & wife Tammy of Rowlett

Granddaughters:

Tamra Flores & husband Danny of Dallas

Allyson Scarber of Dallas

Kristine Barton of Center

Grandsons:

Brady Scarber & wife Whitney of Center

Brett Scarber of Center

Great Grandsons:

Tucker Scarber of Center

Jaxson Flores of Dallas

Tyce Scarber of Center

Also numerous other relatives and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:

Parents, Daniel James Scarber and Bessie Ann Shue Scarber

Brother, David Scarber

Granddaughter, Misty & husband Jon Bush

Great Granddaughter, Macy Bush

Stepmother, Iva Payne Scarber

08/30/07

Beth Ann Jarvis, age 59, of Center, passed away Thursday, August 30, 2007 at Memorial Health Systems of East Texas in Lufkin.

Services will be 10 am Saturday, September 1, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jerry Gary officiating. Burial will follow at Old Home Cemetery.

Visitation will be Friday, August 31, 2007, 5 pm until 9 pm at Mangum Funeral Home

She was born November 22, 1947 to Freddy and Ruby (Davis) Shelton.

She is pereced in death by her parents, Freddy and Ruby Shelton and 2 sons Freddy Jarvis and Edward Wayne Jarvis.

She was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith.

She is survived by:
Husband, John Jarvis of Center
2 Sons, Matthews Jarvis of Center and John Jarvis Jr. and wife Dawn of Houston
2 Grandchildren, John Jarvis III and Rayann Jarvis
2 Great Grandchildren, Tiffany and Michael John Jarvis
2 Brothers, Donald Shelton and wife Mary of Pasadena and James Shelton of Center
2 Sisters, Frances Walker of Arizona and Ruby Porter of Porter

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

08/29/07

Hilton M. Taylor, was born in Center, Texas, June 29, 1924 and was a graduate of Center High School. He passed away August 29, 2007, in Dallas, at the age of 83. Mr. Taylor was an Air Force Veteran, serving during WWII. He was retired from the Dallas County Sheriff's Department where he worked as a DSO. Hilton is predeceased by his loving wife of 52 years, Margie Helen "Totsie" Lawson Taylor in 2002. He is survived by his children, Karen Ann Conley, marcy Lea Selby, Tina Bragg and Michael Taylor, 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, sister, Evelyn Coats and brother, Marvin M. Taylor. Funeral services are 9 am Saturday, September 1, 2007 at Jaynes Memorial Chapel in Duncanville, Texas. Burial will follow in Center, Texas at 2 pm, at the Oaklawn Cemetery. Visitation with the family is 5-7 pm, Friday, at Jaynes. Memorial may be made to the American Heart Association. Submitted by Watson & Sons Funeral Home

08/24/07

Bobbi Carver, 60, of Huxley, passed away Thursday August 23, 2007 at Willis Knighton Hospital, Shreveport, LA.

Services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday August 28, 2007 at Strong Church in Huxley with Bro. Jack Forbis officiating. Burial will follow at Strong Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday evening, August 27, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born August 15, 1947 in Eunice, Louisiana to parents, O.J and Beatrice (Douga) Tate. She was a member of Toledo Bend Baptist Church in Huxley. She was the cook at Dairy Queen and Shady Oaks for many years.

She is preceded in death by her Father; O.J. Tate, Sister; Wanda Carter and
Brother; Wayne Tate.

She is survived by:
Husband of 42 years:

Lee Carver of Huxley

2 Sons:

Tracy Carver & wife Leann of Center

Todd Carver of Center

2 Daughters:

Katrina Carver Kirlin & husband Rich of Bellevue, Nebraska

Kathy Carver Bryan & husband Matthew of Killeen, TX

Mother:

Beatrice Tate of Shreveport, LA

8 Grandchildren:

Brandon Carver

Tori Carver

Kory & Kim Kirlin

Ashley & Chris Kelley, Joniee & Dakota Bryan

Sister:

Helen Rasmussen & husband Bill of Shreveport, LA

2 Sisters-in-law:

Lynne Henderson & husband Ronnie of Shreveport, LA

Mari Lou Tate of Chicago, IL

Pallbearers: Larry Rash, Derrick Rash, Ken Cooper, Bobby Leonard, Randy Ransom & Charlie Patton

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home

08/23/07

Mary Frances Garlington, 90, of Center, passed away Thursday, August 23, 2007 at a Center nursing home. She was born January 11, 1917 in Warrensburg, Missouri to Bert Lester Raynor and Juanita Lea Campbell Raynor. Ms. Garlington was a member of First Assembly of God. She was a minister and homemaker.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, August 26, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Tracy Wright and Bro. Larry Maddux officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Saturday, August 25, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Survivors include:

Daughter, Juanita Lea Campbell of Center

Son, Billie Moore Garlington & wife Linda of Wautoma, Wisconsin

Son, Philip David Garlington & wife Vicki of Lufkin

Grandchildren: Dawayne Garlington, Larenda Haywood, Sheila Tieaskie, Marla Glass, Timothy Campbell, Thomas Campbell, Dale Campbell, Scott Garlington, Orvil Garlington, Sheri Garlington, Lisa Garlington

Great Grandchildren:, Stacey Garlington, Katrina Garlington, Elizabeth Garlington, Dawayne Garlington, Jr., Sierra Garlington, Asure Hughes, Dakota Haywood, Keri Hawood, Tanner Rosin, Hannah Rosin, Tad Tieaskie, Jonhathon Tieaskie, Kevin Tieaskie, Austin Glass, Kendra Glass, Devin Glass, Bryan Campbell, Erik Campbell, Amberly Campbell, Alex Campbell, Harley Campbell, Bud Campbell, Dyna Campbell, Kristy Garlington, Tyler Garlington

Preceded in death by:

Husband Merriam Moore Garlington

08/22/07

Patsy Ann Whitton, 73, of Center, passed away Wednesday, August 22, 2007 at her home. She was born September 22, 1933 in Newton, Texas to Joe Preznik and Ollie Mae Garlington Preznik. Ms. Whitton was a member of Sardis Pentecostal Church.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, August 25, 2007 at Brandon Memorial Cemetery in the Sardis Community with Bro. Lamar Rash and Bro. Basel Slater officiating.

Survivors include:

Sons:

Dan Denney of Dallas

Jerry Denney of Alabama

David Denney of Pasadena

Roy Denney of Galveston

Terry Denney of Nacogdoches

Daughter, Patricia Kimberly of New Mexico

12 Grandchildren, 16 Great Grandchildren

08/20/07

Grace Stephens Reno, 95, of Center, passed away Sunday, August 19, 2007 at her home. She was born April 7, 1912 in Timpson to Dr. A.D. Nail and Mary Emma Nutt Nail. Ms. Reno was a 1929 graduate of Center High School, and was the last charter member of the First Assembly of God Church in Center.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, August 21, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Tracy Wright and Rev. Darwin Parrott officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Monday, August 20, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Pallbearers will be Kyle Ivey, Marcelle Montferrand, Eric Singh, Joe Mitchell, Allen Parrott and Jake Levene. Honorary pallbearers will be George Allen Parrott, D.H. Parrott and Leonard Parrott.

Survivors include:

Her niece that she raised as her daughter, Mary Louise Ivey of Center.

Great Nephews:

Mark & Janet Ivey of Center

Scott & Crystal Ivey of Fred

Great Niece, Jere & Joe Mitchell of Grapeland

Great Great Nieces and Nephews:

Ashely Ivey Singh, Kyle Ivey, Joel Mitchell, Cassie Mitchell, Vail Ivey

Great Great Great Niece:

Mallory Mitchell

Preceded in death by:

Husband, Wade Reno

Husband, M.L. Stephens

08/16/07

Cecil E. Massey, 81, of Center, passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at his home. He was born June 3, 1926 in Center to Johnnie T. Massey and Lola Hunter Massey. Mr. Massey owned and operated Massey Feed in Center for over 40 years. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Center.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, August 18, 2007 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Charles Boster officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Friday, August 18, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Guy Griffin, Rick Campbell, Burton Brown, Mike Walker, Don Walker and Ken Boles.

Honorary pallbearers will be James Campbell, Malcolm Weaver, Kenneth Sanders and W.I. Davis.

Survivors include:

Sister, Doris Massey Parker of Center

Sons:

C. Scott Massey & wife Aimee of Shreveport

Randall W. Massey of Houston

John H. Massey & wife Lisa of Kerrville

Mark Massey & wife Kimberly of Houston

Grandchildren:

Philip Massey, Katherine Grace Massey, Alison Mary Eldred Massey, Genevieve Elise Massey, Jones Thomas Massey, Eric H. Massey, Kristen Massey, Harrison Massey, Hunter Massey, Savannah Massey and Colton Massey.

Brother-in-Law & Sister-in-Law:

James & Mona Campbell of Center

Preceded in death by:

Wife, Mary Eldred Jones Massey

Sister, Johnnie Ruth Massey Brown

Brothers-in-Law, F.E. Parker & Lewis Brown

The Reverend Carolyn Leigh Davis, 71, of Aurora, Colorado, passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2007. She was born on March 18, 1936 in Houston, Texas to William Harvey Speight and Veral Audra Nunn Speight Poole. She was preceded in death by her father, Harvey Speight , mother Audra Poole, her husband, L.B. Davis and sister, Neline Poole Wagonhauser. She is survived by daughters, Leigh Porterfield and husband, Clint of Center, Texas, Rena Rogers of Colorado Springs, Roberta Albi of Denver, son, John C. Rogers, Jr. and wife, Julie of The Colony, Texas and five grand children, Peyton Porterfield, Phillip Porterfield, Rachel Rogers, Mark Rogers and Chandler Stephan.

She received degrees in RN, Counseling, Master of Social Work and Master of Divinity. She served as Rector at a number of Episcopal Churches in Texas and Colorado, all of which she loved dearly.

Services will be held Saturday, August 18, 2007 at Noon at St. John’s Cathedral, Denver, Colorado with The Right Reverend Jerry Winterrowd officiating. Visitation will follow in the Parish Hall with interment to follow at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Lakewood, Colorado

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Hope Clinic, 157 Wall Street, Tenaha, Texas 75974 or The Church of the Acension, 600 Gilpin Street, Denver, CO 80906

James R. Taylor, 87 of Greenville passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2007 in Presbyterian Hospital of Greenville. Services will be at 10:00 am, Saturday, August 18, 2007 at Peters Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Robert Cook and Rev. Elmer Matthews officiating. Burial will follow at 4:00 pm at Fairview Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be from 7:00 to 8:00 pm, Friday, August 17, 2007 at Peters Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Steven Taylor, John Vermie, Jerry Murphree, Bob Wells, Ray Taylor, Joe Cade, Jr., O’dell Birmingham.

Mr. Taylor was born April 18, 1920 in Center to Duke and Evelana Taylor. He married Ida Raymond on June 19, 1941 in Mississippi. He was a retired Title Examiner, and served his country in the Army during WWII. He was of the Baptist faith.

Mr. Taylor is survived by:

Wife, Ida Taylor of Greenville

Daughters:

Tommie Hodges and husband Paul of Bakersfield, California

Pat Wells and husband Bob of Atlanta, Georgia

Granddaughters:

Julie Murphree and husband Jerry of Tyler

Jenney Folsom and husband Royce of Tyler

Great Grandchildren:

Cpl. Ricky Combs, USMC and wife Kelly of San Diego

Halley Cade of Austin

Mackenzie Murphree of Tyler

Also numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by:

Parents, Duke and Evelana Taylor

Son, James Duke Taylor

Four Brothers

Memorials may be made to American Lung and Cancer Society, PO Box 9048, Greenville, Texas 75404.

Jeanell Smith Shofner, passed away peacefully August 14, 2007 after a lengthy illness. Jeanell was born in Sabine County, TX on December 18, 1936 to Ida and Reece Smith. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ida and two sisters. She is survived by her father Reece Smith of Milam, husband of 54 years Morris Shofner, daughters Wanda Naumann and Juanice West of Houston and grandchildren Jarod West and wife Jennifer of Austin, Ashley Naumann of Houston, Julie West of Houston and Heather Naumann of Houston. Jeanell is also survived by brothers Millard Smith of Milam, Lamar Smith of Patroon, Tommy Smith of Brookland and sisters Janice Hughes of Center, Brenda Elliott of Lufkin, extended family and friends. She graduated Shelbyville High School in 1953. Jeanell was a long time resident of Houston living in Spring Branch.

Visitation and viewing will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. with services following in the chapel at 3:00 p.m. at Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery, 12800 Westheimer, Houston Texas.

08/15/07

Dorothy B. Collier Eddins, 87, of Bronson, passed away Tuesday, August 14, 2007 at her home. She was born April 16, 1920 in Mooringsport, Louisiana to George Augustus Collier and Gladys Mavor Winn Collier.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, August 17, 2007 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Bro. Royce Robb officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Thursday, August 16, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Jerry Lyle Huffman, Jr., John Lance Huffman, Scott Gilchrist, Lark Gilchrist, Robbie Eddins, Adam Eddins, Alan Eddins, Randy Smith, Kevin Eddins and David Allen Eddins.

Survivors include:

Children:

Dorothy Marie Whiteman of Bronson

Carolyn Faye Smith & husband Randall of Bronson

Nancy Drew of Pineland

Bobbie Eddins & wife Sandra of Center

Granddaughters:

Tina Roddy & husband Richard of Center

Kim Whiteman of Marshall

Stacy Whiteman of Marshall

Joy Reavis & husband Philip of Osawatomie, Kansas

Grandsons:

Jerry Lyle Huffman, Jr of Houston

John Lance Huffman of Houston

Scott Gilchrist & wife Debbie of Center

Lark Gilchrist & wife Brandi of Center

Robbie Eddins & wife Nita of Center

Adam Eddins of Center

Alan Eddins of Center

David Allen Eddins of Logansport

Randy Smith & wife Mary of Houston

Kevin Eddins of Tyler

Sisters-in-Law:

Buncy McDonald of the East Hamilton Community, Shelby County, Texas

Opal Hammock of Florida

19 Great Grandchildren

2 Great Great Grandchildren

Special Niece, Melva Dickerson

Special Friends:

Sally Bujnoch, Don Phillips, Shon Cooper

Also other nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:

Parents, George Augustus Collier & Gladys Mavor Winn Collier

Husband, L.C. Eddins

Son, Billy Ray Eddins

Brother, G.A. Collier

Sister, Nell Chance

Son-in-law, Billy Drew

08/14/07

Mary Angela Daw, 44, of Virginia, passed away Monday, August 13, 2007 in Center. She was born November 9, 1962 in Thibodeaux, Louisiana to Samuel R. Daw and Carolyn Cockrell Daw. Angela was a graduate of Texas A & M University, but she received her Masters Degree at Regent University in Virginia. She was a member of Kempsville Presbyterian Church in Virginia Beach, Virginia and was Director of Education at churches in both Texas and Virginia.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, August 17, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Truitt Cockrell, Jr. and Rev. Paul Silvey officiating. Interment will follow at Joaquin Cemetery in Joaquin. Visitation will begin at 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Thursday, August 16, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Mitchell Hughes, Paul Hughes, Cade Yarbrough, Spencer Matthews, Bob Gordon, Shing Gordon, Bruce Yarbrough and Charles Barr.

Survivors include:

Mother, Carolyn Cockrell Daw of Conroe

Sister, Suzanne Hunt & husband Eric of Coppell

Nephews:

Austin Cariker of Coppell

Jackson Hunt of Coppell

Grandmother, Oleta Cockrell of Joaquin

Aunt, Marianne Gordon of Portland, Oregon

Uncles:

Truitt Cockrell & wife Barbara of Aspermont

Steve Cockrell & wife Joyce of Joaquin

Also a number of other relatives and friends.

Preceded in death by:

Father, Sammy Daw

Grandparents, M.D. and Perdita Daw

Grandfather, Bud Cockrell

Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718, Hospice in the Pines, 116 S. Raguet, Lufkin, TX 75904 or Habitat for Humanity, 121 Habitat Street, Americus, GA 31709-3498.

08/13/07

Lucille McSwain, 85, of Center passed away Sunday, August 12, 2007 at Shelby Regional Medical Center. She was born August 28, 1921 in Oil City, Louisiana to John Henry Allen and Nonnie Squires Allen. Mrs. McSwain was a homemaker and mother and grandmother.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center with Rev. Pat Windham and Rev. Eddie Mahan officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm, Tuesday, August 14, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Pallbearers will be Scotty Baldwin, Derek Barbee, Landon Vidrine, Johnny Lynn Allen, Barry Samford, Wayne Welch, Jim Dennard, and Roy Bailey. Honorary pallbearer will be Jerry Allen

Survivors Include:
Husband, D.C. McSwain of Center
Daughters, Judy Sammons of Center, Joan Baldwin and husband MIke of Center and Shelby Ross of Center. Joyce Moore and husband James of Timpson, Jenan Ross of Shreveport, La.
Granddaughters, Angie Barbee and husband Derek of Center and Samantha Vidrine and husband Landon of Center and Savannah Green.
Grandson, Scotty Baldwin of Center
Great Grandson, Jamie Moore of Timpson
Great Granddaugthers, Alli Jo Baldwin of Center and Ali Vidrine of Center.
Sister, Nelva Bowers of Lubbock
Brothers, Evin Allen and wife Belva of Pasadena and Arlon Allen of Lufkin.

Preceded in death by Daughter, Jo Gail McSwain, Son, Lonnie Carl McSwain, Daughter, Joyce Carol McSwain, Grandson, Joseph Carl Baldwin, Sisters, Mozell Anthony and Frances Howard, Evie Alicia and Maxine Samford.
Brothers, James Allen, Johnny Allen and Ernest Allen
Son in law, George Sammons
Granddaughter in law, Pam Baldwin

James Edward Stewart, 77, of Center, passed away Thursday, August 8, 2007 at his home. Mr. Stewart was born December 27, 1929 in Nacogdoches to Perry Stewart and Ada Pearline Waggoner Stewart.

At his family’s request, Mr. Stewart has been cremated. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Mr. Stewarts survivors include:

Wife, Judy Robinson Stewart of Center

Children:

James Orr Stewart, Bobbie Workley, Martie Stewart, Todd Stewart, Tonya Gardner and Stepson, Robert Robinson

15 Grandchildren

19 Great Grandchildren

Special Loves:

Granddaughter, Natasha Blaum

Great Granddaughter, Madison Blaum

Great Great Nephew, Trey Michel

Great Great Niece, Robyn Garrison

Great Nephew, Eugene Michel

Best Friend, Richard Turner

Sister, Odessa Ellisor

Brother, Troy Stewart

Also numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:

Son, Terry Stewart

Father, Perry Stewart

Mother, Ada Stewart

Brother, Homer Stewart

Sisters, Louise Diaz, Betty Jo Michel and Beatrice Bailey

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A.C. Goodson - Memorial services for A.C. Goodson will be held at 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church Christian Life Center in Garrison, Texas on Friday, August 17, 2007.

Mr. Goodson passed away on Saturday, August 11, 2007 in Nacogdoches at the age of 91.

Born on August 9, 1916 in Texas City, Galveston County, Texas to James Robert and Minerva Dickenson Goodson as one of 11 siblings. Mr. Goodson loved the Deep East Texas area and has lived in Garrison since 1970.

Mr. Goodson was a graduate of the Rice Institute (now Rice University) and received a Law Degree from the University of Texas Law School in Austin. Mr. Goodson served as a Special Agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigation for five years before joining the Navy following Pearl Harbor. Mr. Goodson served in the Pacific Theater until the war ended, then returned to Houston to set up a Law practice. Mr. Goodson practiced Law for 64 years, served as Justice of the Peace, Garrison City Attorney, a Director at the Commercial State Bank in Garrison and was a quiet contributor to the Garrison community.

Mr. Goodson was an avid reader and forever a student of Texas history. He also loved roaming flea markets and junk shops collecting Texana, primitive tools and furniture.

Mr. Goodson is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Johnnie Leslie Goodson of Garrison; Son, Alfred Clement Goodson, Jr. and wife Judith of Lansing, Michigan; Son, James Colt Goodson and wife Susan of Houston; Son, Jeffrey Wiley Goodson of Wimberly; Son, Pat Goodson and wife Jill of Dripping Springs; Granddaughter, Anna Elizabeth Goodson of Lansing, Michigan; Stepdaughter, Sheila Bishop and husband Lynn of Humble; Step-grandchildren, Charles Slaughter and Stephanie Neal; Sister, Meredith Strouhal and husband Rudy of Washington State; Sister, Jane and Bob Lawes of Washington State; Sister, Suzanne and Frost Fulle of Washington State; as well as a host of other friends and relatives.

Mr. Goodson was preceded in death by his parents, 1 sister and 6 brothers.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorials be made to Garrison Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 207, Garrison, Texas 75946.

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Funeral services for Lois Rhodes, 66, of Timpson will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 14 at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church, Timpson with the Rev. Sammy Eldredge and Joe Walker officiating. Burial will follow in the Timpson Missionary Baptist Church Cemetary, Timpson. Rhodes was born June 16, 1941 in Waterman and died Saturday, Aug. 11 in Houston. Survivors include her husband, Charles S. Rhodes of Timpson; sons, Marvin Earl Biggar of Center and Chris Rhodes of Timpson; daughter, Deborah Jordan of Spring, and Becky Wallker; brother, James Weldon Burkhalter of Texas City; five grandchildren Grover, Krystal, Keni Jo, Apriland Colt along with one great-grandson Gatlin. And several nephews and nieces. Preceding Rhodes in death were her parents, W.G. Burkhalter and Lula (Edwards) Burkhalter; brothers, Joe Hurston Burkhalter and Delton Burkalter; and sisters Bobbie Lou Holub and Wilma Adams.

08/11/07

Christine Bush Fults Sears, 91, of Nederland passed away Saturday, August 11, 2007. Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 14, 2007 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Visitation will be held Monday, August 13, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born in Center on November 30, 1915 to W.O. and Beulah Bush. She was a resident of Nederland, Texas for over 65 years. Christine was a member of First United Methodist Church of Nederland, and a 50 year member of Nederland Chapter 1079 of the Order of Easter Star. She was also a member of the Business and Professional Women's organization. She worked in the cosmetic counter at Nederland Pharmacy on Boston Ave. for 23 years from 1940 to 1963 and made many lifelong friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents W.O. and Beulah Bush and her husbands Arlon Fults, and N.E. (Sebo) Sears and her only son, James Harold Fults.

She and her husband Sebo, who worked with Halliburton, traveled extensively and lived in many foreign countries including Spain, Cairo, Egypt; South Africa, Bogota, Columbia, South America and London, England.

She is survived by:
Daughter-in-law, Betty Jo Collins Fults of Nederland

Granddaughter, Jodie Fults Bass and husband Chad of Nederland

Three Grandsons:
Ret. Lt. Col. William W. Fults and wife Casey of San Antonio
Michael Fults and wife Cindy of Nederland
James (Jim) Fults and wife Robin of Magnolia

Eight Grandsons:
Jordan Fults, Justin Fults and wife Kyndall, and Joel Fults of San Antonio;
Dr. Will Fults of Round Rock, TX, Brandon Fults and wife Mandy of Magnolia;
Zachary Bass, Cameron Bass, and Alex Bass of Nederland

Three Great Granddaughters:
Caleigh, Courtney and Candace Fults of Magnolia

Sister, Murel Bush Stephens Thomason of Center

Stepson, Ronnie Sears and wife Pat of Fort Worth

Stepdaughter, Judy Keys of Houston

Numerous Nieces and Nephews

In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First United Methodist Church of Nederland on Nederland Ave.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

08/10/07

John “Talmadge” Hickman, 80, of Baytown formerly of Tenaha, passed away Friday August 10, 2007.
Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday August 14, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Mervin Scott and Bro. Mark E. Broussard officiating. Burial will follow at Old Home Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday evening, August 13, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born October 17, 1926 in Panola County to John Terry and Dena Mae Ramsey Hickman. He graduated from Tenaha High School. He was a member of Cedar Bayou Baptist Church in Baytown. He worked for Shell oil where he was an electrician for 35 years before his retirement in 1987.
He is preceded in death by his parents John Terry and Dena Mae Hickman, wife Sue Hickman, sister Emogene Ward, and Brother-in-law Carl Ward.
He is survived by:

Son & Daughter-in-law:

John Gilbert “Gil” Hickman & wife Twyla of Baytown

3 Grandchildren:

Dayla Smith & husband Kim of Eunie, La

Ariane Savoy of Baytown

David Michael Savoy, III of Baytown

2 Great Grandchildren:
Abigail Smith of Eunie, LA

Jude Savoy of Baytown

3 Brothers:

Preston Hickman & wife Ann of Carthage, TX

Charles Hickman & wife Marie of Zavala, Tx

Eldredge Hickman & wife Nina of Magnolia, AR

Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins & Friends
Services were under the direction of

Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

Pallbearers:

Keith Hickman Terry Hickman Terry Creech

David Savoy Joe Sorola Gene Adams & Tommy Overstreet

08/09/07

Leon Monroe "Bo" Wagstaff, age 70, of Center passed away Wednesday, August 8, 2007 at his residence in Center. Mr. Wagstaff was born January 10, 1937 in White City San Augustine, Texas to Clarence Wagstaff and Oletta Tidwell. Mr. Wagstaff served his country in the United States Navy. He was a member of the Boilermakers Local #587 in Orange and a member of the Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149 in Center. Mr. Wagstaff was of the Pentecostal faith.

Visitation will be held from 6 pm to 8 pm, Friday, August 10, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 10 am, Saturday, August 11, 2007 at Watson and Sons Chapel in Center with Rev. Edward McRae officiating. Interment will follow in the Reynolds Cemetery in Shelby County.

Pallbearers will be Keith Harris, Matthew Shelton, William Ford, James Eddings, Bill Schrom, and Kyle Windham.

Survivors include;
Wife of 51 years: Barbara Jean Wagstaff of Center
Daughters: Mary Jane Bolton and husband Bruce of Center and Lisa Jean Harris and husband Kenny of Center.
Son: Jimmy Lee Wagstaff of Center.
Grandchildren: Gina Seymore and husband Richard, Tina Grubbs, Sandi Shahan, Amy Wagstaff, Keith Harris, Kimberly Shelton and husband Matthew.
Great Grandchildren: Kendall Smith, Shalee Seymore, Ashlyn Creech, Nathan Creech, Hailey Shahan, Dakota Wagstaff, Breanna Windham and Peyton Windham.
Mother: Joy Aline Wagstaff
Sisters: Garvis Powell, Jeanette Farris, Charlene Sanders and husband Richard, and Gloria Wagstaff.
Brother: James "Troopy" Wagstaff and wife Glenda
Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by: Father, Clarence Wagstaff, Birth Mother, Oletta Tidwell, Brothers, Daniel Wagstaff, Timothy Wagstaff and Inlow Lane Jr.
Sister: Lula Wagstaff.

08/08/07

James Edward Stewart, 77, of Center passed away August 8, 2007 at his residence. He was born December 27, 1929 in Nacogdoches to Perry Stewart and Ada Pearline Waggoner Stewart.

Per Mr. Stewart's request, he was cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Survivors include: Wife, Judy Robinson Stewart of Center.

Janet Sue Willoughby, 66, passed away August 6, 2007. She was born August 3, 1941.

Visitation will be held at Meiendez Shermon Funeral Home in Humble, Texas on Wednesday, August 8, 2007. Burial will be at Pope Hall Cemetery in Grayson, Kentucky on Friday, August 10, 2007

Survivors Include:
Husband: Alvin "Dood" Willoughby
Daughters: Carol Morgan and Leigh Ann Cantrell
Sons: John Hundley, Mark Hundley and David Hall

Step-sons:
Tony Willoughby and wife Traci of Center.
Rodney Willoughby of Tenaha
Shane Willoughby of Livingston.

08/07/07

LaVerna Jamison Krueger of Princeton, Texas formerly of the Patroon Community passed away, Tuesday, August 07, 2007 in Princeton, Texas.

Graveside services will be 9:00 am Friday, August 10, 2007 at Patroon Cemetery in Shelbyville.

Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6:00 pm until 7:30 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

Among her survivors include:

Daughter, Kathryn Palmer Williams and husband, Ray of Quitman, Texas

2 Grandchildren: Tammy Bennecke & husband, Mark of Sulphur Springs, Texas

Todd Williams & wife, Teresa of Alba, Texas

5 Great Grandchildren:

Derek, Beau, Monica, Todd Jr. & Wendy

1 Sister, Mildred Jamison Burney of Fulshear, Texas

She is preceded in death by her parents, C.T. & Nannie (Gann) Jamison, Brother, Teral Jamison, 2 Sisters, Lurena Jacobs and Dell Jarvis.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

08/06/07

James Neal Campbell, joined our heavenly father on Monday, August 6, 2007. Graveside service will be 3 pm, Wednesday, August 8, 2007 at Oaklawn memorial Park in Center, Texas.

The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 PM Tuesday at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange and 1 - 2:45 PM Wednesday at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Born May 3, 1932, James grew up in Shelbyville, where he attended high school and met wife of 51 years, Mary Helen Boles Campbell.

An outstanding athlete in high school he later attended Stephen F. Austin University. Upon graduation from SFA, James was commissioned an officer in the U S Marine Corps. Following his military discharge, he and his wife Mary Helen, moved to Orange, where they raised their beloved daughter Renee. James taught and coached at Bridge City High School before joining Goodrich/Bayer Corporation where he retired in 1995. A longtime member of Sunset Grove Country Club, he leaves many lifelong friends and golf partners and will continue to watch the "Raiders" from above during their weekly game.

An avid gardener, James was a kind and generous man. His strength of character and respect for all people is the legacy he leaves for his family to carry forward. A loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed every day and never forgotten.

His is survived by his wife, Mary Helen, Father, R.W. Campbell of Shelbyville, Sister, and brother in law, Marjorie and Trevor Doggett of Shelbyville, Daughter and Son in law, Renee and ALan Colyer of Houston, and many more relatives and friends in Center, Shelbyville and Orange.

Alpha Oates Holcomb, passed away at her residence Monday, August 6, in Joaquin. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Wednesday, August 8, 2007 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Jody Hooper officiating. Burial to follow at Oaklawn Memorial park. Ms. Holcomb was a loving mother and homemaker.

Survivors Include:
Daughters:
Barbara Dickerson and Mike of Joaquin
Pat Crump and Randall of Joaquin
Peggy Langley and Richard of DeQuincy, La.

Grandchildren: Kathy Bunch, Debbie Clotiaux, Steve Davis, Karen Strickland and Lisa Langley of DeQuincy, La.
Lori and Marvin May of Joaquin

10 Great Grandchildren

Sister: Doris Gunter of Joaquin

Also a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by: Parents, E C and Geneva Oats, Husband, Lloyd Holcomb and Grandson, Randy Crump.

08/04/07

Albert Raymond Sallee, Jr

The visitation for Albert Raymond Sallee, Jr, (Al) will be at Laird Funeral Home in Nacogdoches, Sunday August 5, from 5 pm to 7 pm. The funeral will be Monday August 6, at 10 am at Lairds with burial to follow in Old Prospect Cemetery in Rusk County. Al died Friday, August 3 at approximately 5:15pm from injuries he received in a farm tractor -18-wheeler accident on Hwy 259 near the family's home in Mt. Enterprise.

Survivors include: Sister, Karen Sallee Jackson and husband, Mack, of Buffalo, Tx.; Brothers, Dalton Sallee and wife, Paulette of Mt. Enterprise and Bobby Steve Sallee and wife Tammy of Mt. Enterprise. Grandmother, Mattie Matlock, of Mt. Enterprise.

Other local survivors include Aunt and Uncle, Rita and Richard Hughes of Center.

Preceded in death by parents: Albert Raymond Sallee, Sr, and Betty Matlock Sallee.

08/03/07

Hughy Gene Bailey, age 64, of Center passed away August 3, 2007 at Pine Grove Nursing Home in Center. Mr. Bailey was born March 11, 1943 in Victoria, Texas to J. Hugh Bailey and Emma-Lee Clark Bailey. Mr Bailey was a farmer and a member of the Neuville Baptist Church.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm, Monday, August 6, 2007 at the Neuville Cemetery in the Neuville Community with Bro. Jack Forbis officiating.

Survivors include: Son, Jimmy Dale Bailey of Houston. Father, J. Hugh Bailey and wife Johnnie of Center. Step Brothers: Jarry Barlow and wife, Rhonda of Center and Bobby Barlow and wife Betty of Center. Step Sister, Lillian Williams of Dallas.

A number of cousins and friends.

Preceded in death by: Wife, Nancy Bailey and Mother, Emma-Lee Clark Bailey.

Daliah Brown Sanders, “Dee Dee” age: 89, of Center, TX was tragically murdered in Center on Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2007.

Services will be 2:00 p.m. ~ Saturday, August 4, 2007 in the First United Methodist Church in Center, Texas with Rev. Greg Megill officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center, Texas. Visitation will be Friday evening from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

She was born July 23, 1918 and was preceded in death by her Parents, Robert & Minnie Pearl (Litton) Brown, Husband, Chester Prentice Sanders, 1- Sister, Louetta Brown, 2- Brothers, Max Brown & Jake Brown and Daughter-In-Law- Dian Sanders (Dallas).

Her life was a wonderful example for everyone who knew her. She will be missed by sons, Chet P. Sanders and his wife Betty and Mike Sanders, both of Dallas. Grandchildren, Todd Sanders and his wife Joy, Michael Sanders, Jr., Darren Blanton and his wife Julie, Brett Blanton and his wife Cheryl, and 8 cherished great grandchildren. Three surviving sisters are Hazel Brown, and her husband Dan of Mansfield, LA, Dorothy Menefee , Hot Springs AR “Maggie” Prothro of Baton Rouge , LA, and many beloved nephews and nieces. She had a wonderful sense of humor, boundless energy, a deep faith and inner strength that radiated to all who knew her.

Pallbearers:

Chuck Lunsford Billy Bob Thomason Luke Motley

James Campbell Rick Campbell Dr. Joe Hooker

Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church , Center, TX, 211 Porter St., Center, Texas, Kathryn Pinkston Roughrider Scholarship Fund or the charity of your choice.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

Barney Darrell Brawley, 51, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday August 2, 2007.

Graveside Services will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday August 6, 2007 at Neuville Cemetery with Bro. Pat Windham officiating. Visitation will be Sunday August 5, 2007 at Mangum Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

He was born August 4, 1955 to LeRoy and Maureen Fountain Brawley. He served in the US Army.

He is preceded in death by his father LeRoy Brawley.

He is survived by:
2 Sons:

Jason Brawley of San Augustine

Shane Brawley & wife Deleasha Brawley of Tyler

2 Grandchildren:

Macy Brawley and Zachary Brawley

Mother:

Maureen Brawley of Joaquin

Sister:

Debra Spurlock of Tenaha

Nephew:

Matt Sims of Joaquin

Pallbearers:

James Holloway Kirk Holloway Robert Holloway

Jason Brawley Shane Brawley Matt Sims

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

08/02/07

Danny Carroll Rowe, 62, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, August 1, 2007 at his home in Joaquin.

He requested that his body be cremated.

Memorial Services will be held Saturday, August 11, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel.

Mr. Rowe was born October 21, 1944 to Carroll and Clara Turner Rowe Rockett.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Edwin Carroll Rowe and Clara Rowe Rockett

He is survived by:

His Loving Wife:

Mary Ann Rowe of Joaquin

4 Sons:

Daniel Rowe & wife Stephanie of Plano

James Rowe & wife Christine of Shreveport, LA

Michael Rowe of Shreveport, LA

Nathan Wedgeworth of Center

3 Daughters:
Tere’ Phillips of Bryan, TX

Cheryl Stewart of San Antonio

Amanda Chapman of Nacogdoches

14 Grandchildren

1 Great Granddaughter

2 Sisters:

Loraine Pickard & husband Kenneth of White Oak, TX

Carolyn Benskin & husband Jim of Pleasanton, TX

Numerous Extended Family Members and Friends

Danny is loved and cherished and will be missed by all that knew him.

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

Billy Joe Hutto, 69, of Center, passed away Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at his home. He was born June 19, 1938 in Shelbyville to Joe Hutto and Marverine Strickland White Hutto. Mr. Hutto was a member and deacon at Central Baptist Church in Center.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, August 4, 2007 at Central Baptist Church in Center with Rev. Danny Dodson, Rev. Nile Bulkley, Rev. Roy Wallace and Rev. Wiley Bennett officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday, August 3, 2007 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Memorials may be made to Central Baptist Church Building Fund.

Pallbearers will be F.A. “Dock” Watson, Joe Shofner, Eddie Grimes, Preston Moore, Roger Steortz and David Spratley. Honorary pallbearers will be Mark Bonner, David Jones, Price Wilburn, Henry Sandifer and Dan Wicks.

Survivors include:

Wife, Sue Shillings Hutto of Center

Sons:

Joe Hunter Hutto, Sr. & wife Jennifer of Princeton

Justin Heath Hutto & wife Kristy of Springfield, Missouri

Daughter, Susan Holly Hutto of Weatherford

Grandsons:

Joe Hunter Hutto, Jr., Holton James Hutto, Aidan Jay Hernandez and Wyatt Horace Hutto

Sister-in-Law & Brother-in-Law, Bryan & Judy LaFitte of Houston

Niece, Phoebe Gilchrist & husband Scott of Houston

Great Nephews, Tyler & Jordan Gilchrist

Sister, Nancy Perry

Brothers, Donny Daw & Michael Hutto

Step-Mom, Lucy Hutto

Preceded in death by:

Parents, Joe Hutto & Marverine Strickland White Hutto

Parents-in-Law, J.C. & Mozell Shillings

08/01/07

H. C. Wallis “Bud” Holt age, 91 lifelong resident of Center, Texas passed away, Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at Greenbriar Nursing Home in Tyler.

Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 4, 2007 at Oaklawn Memorial Park with Bro. Billy Freeman officiating, no visitation is planned.

He was born May 14, 1916 in Shelby County to parents, H. C. Holt & Lilly Belle Wallis Holt. He graduated from Center High School in 1934. He married Jessie Syble Adams Holt in 1938. He attended Shipfitter National Defense Training School in Nacogdoches in 1942. He was attached to the 4th Army Headquarters and served in the Tactical Reconnisance 5th Army Air Base in Itami, Japan as a Staff Sgt. He Retired from REA, Deep East Texas Electric Co-op in San Augustine, Texas. He was a member of St. Marks United Methodist Church here in Center and served on the Administrative Board when he was active and in good health. He was kind and caring and helped those who needed it without making it known.

He is preceded in death by his parents, H. C. & Belle Holt , Wife, Syble Holt , 2 Brothers, William Henry “Bill” Samford and Ray Holt.

He is survived by:

Son & Daughter-in-law:

William “Bill” & Priscilla Holt of Tyler

2 Granddaughters:

Christine Holt of Tyler

Heather Bush & husband, Jud of Lindale

1 Great Granddaughter, Mollie Bush

1 Step Great Grandson, Justin Bush

Family requests that Memorial Contributions be made to the Shriners Hospital, Shreveport, La and St. Marks United Methodist Church, Center, Texas.

Services were under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

Clyde Eugene (Gene) Watson, Jr., 61 departed this Earth on Monday July 30, 2007 in Dallas, Texas following post-surgical complications. A Native of Center, Texas he had been a longtime resident of Dallas and owner of Ginger's Petals and Bows flower shop in Mesquite, Texas. He was a graduate of Center High School Class of 1964. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree from Stephen F. Austin State College in 1968 and attended Baylor University School of Law until returning to Center to work in the family business, Watson and Watson Furniture Store. Gene was an active member and officer of the Center Jaycees for several years and served as a director, Judge and board member of numerous Miss Texas state and local beauty pageants. He was the owner of Ebbies Oddities in Center prior to moving to Dallas.
Gene was the youngest son of Clyde and Elizabeth Watson, grandson of Tom and Minnie Watson and Joe and Lillian Hays, all of whom preceded him in death. He is survived by one brother Dr. Thomas J. Watson of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, one sister Cathryn Hall and husband Floyd of Brazoria, Texas, aunts Mrs. Ruth Smith of Center and Mrs. Joyce Thom of Houston, numerous cousins, step nieces and nephews, a host of friends and his loving pets, Princess, Ginger, Daphine and George. Gene had a passionate love for his friends, relatives, and every aspect of life. He traveled extensively throughout the world and had a deep appreciation of the quality of his life. His creative skills were in fact, a gift from God. Visitation will be Sunday, August 5th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Watson and Sons Funeral Home, in Center. Funeral Services will be held the following day at 3:00 PM officiated by his cousin, Rev. Robert B. Hays assisted by Bro. Mike Scrimpshire, and music provided by life long friend, Janis Lacy Compton. Pallbearers will be his cousins, Dr. Thomas D. Watson, III, William F. Harrison, Jr., Chris Byrnes, C.M. (Bub) Byrnes, Jerry Williams, Russell Porter, Bryan Harrison, James Holloway and Russ Porter.
Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.
The family expresses appreciation for the loving care provided by the medical staff at Baylor University Medical Center Dallas. For those desiring, in lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to a charity of your choice in Gene's memory.