12/31/09

Ruben Smith, 90, of the Arcadia Community, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2009, at Holiday Nursing Center. He was born November 20, 1919 in Arcadia to J.F. Smith and Josephine King Smith. For 60 years Mr. Smith had been a member of the Arcadia Church of Christ.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday, January 1, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, January 2, 2010 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Mr. Tom Barthel and Mr. Bo Stephens officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Shelby County.

Pallbearers will be James Sigler, Aaron Golden, Calvin Ruben Smith, Jr. Michael Adolph Smith, Mike Hanson and Timothy Lynn Smith..

He is survived by:

Daughter, Miriam Joyce Fontenot of Center

Son, Calvin Ruben Smith, Sr. & wife Barbara of Center

Grandchildren:
Chester Rodney Broadway & wife Jacqueline of Center
Evelyn Debra Broadway Pate & husband Jerry of Center
Calvin Ruben Smith, Jr. & wife Christi of Timpson
Michael Adolph Smith & wife Danielle of Center
Tammy Lucille Smith Hanson & husband Mike of Timpson
Timothy Lynn Smith & wife Karyn of Fruita, Colorado

Eleven Great Grandchildren

Sister, Nellie Smith Frazier of Groves

Preceded in death by:
Parents, J.F. Smith and Josephine King Smith
Wife of 66 years, Evelyn Powdrill Smith
Brothers, John Smith and Ray Smith
Sisters, Cora Lee Smith Kjarstead and Nora Bell Smith Burwick
Grandson, Otey Randy Broadway

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

Mr. Allie Adams, 94, of Houston, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at
St. Luke’s Hospital in Sugarland.

Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 2, 2010 at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

He was born February 6, 1915 in Shelby County to Joseph and Duetta (Jones) Adams. He served in the US AirForce.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, Joseph and Duetta Adams, 2 Sisters, Mildred Martin and Macil Ahern, Brothers, Clifford, Hugh & Murvel Adams.

He is survived by:
Wife:
Jane (Lacy) Adams of Houston
Daughter:
Alda Dede & husband Christopher of Dedham, MA
Son:
John Adams & wife Malou of Danville, CA
Son:
David Adams of Houston
Grandchildren:
Adrian, Alexander & Arielle Dede
Aaron & Andria Adams

You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

12/30/09

Mrs. Louann Harris Parrish, 76, of Tenaha passed away Tuesday, December 29, 2009 in Carthage, Texas.

Mrs. Louann Harris Parrish was born November 12, 1933 in Panola County, Texas to the marriage of Joe Bailey and Clovis Parker Harris. As the youngest of two children, Louann attended Carthage Schools and worked as a Nurse at Panola General Hospital. Mrs. Parrish loved being outdoors, fishing, and tending to her flowers. She was a long time member of First Baptist Church of Tenaha. Mrs. Parrish is preceded in death by her parents, son, James Harris Jackson, and brother, Joe Parker Harris.

Survivors include:
Sons: Rhett Parrish and wife Patti of Shreveport, Louisiana
Joe Parrish and wife Marilee of Tenaha
Daughter: Susan Jones and husband Larry of Tenaha
Grandchildren: Arin, Austin, Crystal, Justin, Bailey, Brandy, Brandon, Austin, Alana, Britni, Jennifer and Scotty
Great Grandchildren: Camden and Jake

Visitation will be 6-8 PM, Thursday, December 31, 2009 at Hawthorn Funeral Home.

Services will be at 10 AM, Friday, January 1, 2010 at Hawthorn Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bobby Blaylock officiating. Burial to follow at Harris Cemetery

Pallbearers will be Brandon Parrish, Tommy Harris, Justin Jones, Bailey Jones, Coby Barbee, Mickey Wilson and Reney Eaves.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Austin Parrish, Jake Barbee, Camden Barbee

Services are under the direction of Hawthorn Funeral Home.

12/29/09

William “Dwight” Biggar, 48, of Lusby, MD formerly of Ferndale, MI and Center, Texas, passed away December 26, 2009 at his residence in Lusby, Maryland. He was born February 11, 1961 in Center to Hubert Earl Biggar and Blanch Marie Campbell Biggar. He was the husband of Judith Ann Biggar whom he married on December 19, 1992 in Ferndale, Michigan. Dwight graduated from Center High School in 1979; and went on to attend college at Stephen F. Austin State University where he graduated in 1985 with a Bachelor’s degree. He worked for the U. S. Census Bureau as a statistician for twenty-two years until his retirement on January 16, 2009. Dwight was a member of Southern Calvert Baptist Church in Lusby. He enjoyed woodworking, building models and the Dallas Cowboys.

Local visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, January 2, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Local funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, January 3, 2010 at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at Sand Hill Cemetery.

Survivors include:

Wife of seventeen years, Judith Ann Biggar of Lusby, Maryland

Daughters;
Lila Catherine-Huai Biggar
Carolyn Elizabeth-Jie Biggar

Mother, Blanch Biggar of Center

Sister, Shirley Luna of Nacogdoches

Brother, James Biggar of Center

Preceded in death by:

Father, Hubert Earl Biggar

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made in memory of Dwight to his children’s education. Checks may be made payable to Lila Biggar of Carolyn Biggar in care of PNC Bank, P.O. Box 655, Leonardtown, MD 20650, Attn: Solomon’s Office.

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

12/28/09

Tammy Williford Woodfin, 39, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, December 25, 2009, in Silverton, Colorado. She was born December 27, 1969 in Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas to Robert J. Williford and Diann Ross Williford. Tammy was a 1988 graduate of Joaquin High School, and was a director of nursing at Willis Knighton Hospital in Shreveport. She was a member of the Joaquin Church of Christ.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, January 1, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 2, 2010 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Luke Garrett and Bro. D.J. Dickerson officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be Rocky Curry, Chris Dockens, Cain Divens, Ryan Curry, John Gray and Bo Posey.

She is survived by:

Husband, Robbie Woodfin of Joaquin

Daughter, Harley Smith Eaves & husband Brandon of Joaquin

Son, Allen Woodfin of Joaquin

Grandson, Trenton Eaves of Joaquin

Mother, Diann Williford of Joaquin

Mother-in-Law, Pat Woodfin of Joaquin

Also a number of aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:
Father, Robert J. Williford
Brothers, Dewayne Edward Williford, Robert J. “Robbie” Williford, and Dwain Williford
Father-in-Law, Robert Woodfin

Memorials can be made in Tammy’s name to the Shelby County Children’s Advocacy Center, 220 Field Street, Center, Texas 75935.

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

12/27/09

Eva Dell Jacobs, 71, of Center, passed away Sunday, December 27, 2009 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.

Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Earl Chesser officiating. Burial will follow at Powdrill Cemetery. Visitation will be
Tuesday, December 29, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born May 17, 1938 in Shelby County to John and Leatha (Scarborough) Fults. She was a member of First Assembly of God. She worked for Brookshires Brothers in the bakery for many years.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, John and Leatha Fults, Grandparents, Sally and Eli Fults, Husband, James Jacobs, 2 Brothers, Albert Fults and Sammy Fults, Half Sister, Mary Ann Fults and Special Friend, Jack McLendon.

She is survived by:
Son:
David Jacobs of Center
Grandsons:
William Jacobs of Center
Jessie Jacobs of Nacogdoches
Aunt:
Avis Elliott of Garrison
Sisters-in-law:
Delores Fults of Houston
Lola Fults of Arkansas

Pallbearers:
Ernie Young, Cory Young, Brandon Young,
Gilbert Elliott, Mitchell Midkiff, Jesse Elliott
Randy Simmons

You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

12/26/09

Jo Ann Estes, 62, of Joaquin, passed away, Saturday, December 26, 2009 in a local nursing center. She was born November 12, 1947 in Vidor to James K. Clevenger and Opal Smith Clevenger. She was a homemaker, mother and grandmother.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, December 28, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center. Interment will follow in the Lone Cedar Cemetery in Shelby County.

Ms. Estes is survived by:

Sons:
Byron Kenneth Brucia and wife Melissa of Vidor
David Brucia and wife Evette of Vidor

Daughter, Kimberly Chantel Walker of Dallas

Grandchildren:
Brandie Brucia, Megan Walker, Dylan Gene Walker, Shanna Lynn Brucia and Chason Cade Brucia

Sisters:
Debbie Parker of Joaquin
Bobbie Floyd and Steve Russell of Joaquin
Jeannie Bronson of Dallas
Patricia Green and husband Daniel of Joaquin

Brother, Rex Allen Clevenger of Pasadena

Sister-in-law, Francis Clevenger of Joaquin

Also numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:
Grandparents:
Oris and O. L. Smith
Nannie and Joe T. Clevenger

Father, James K. Clevenger

Mother, Opal Daniels

Step-Father, James Glenn Daniels

Brother, Kenneth Clevenger

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

12/24/09

Eunice Warr, 83, of Center, passed away Thursday, December 24, 2009 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.

Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 26, 2009 at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Nacogdoches County with Tim Perkins officiating. Visitation will be Saturday, December 26, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born September 6, 1926 to Venice and Lois Rector. She was a member of Hurst Street Church of Christ.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Venice and Lois Rector,
Husband, Elroy “Kilroy” Warr and Son, William Michael DuBose.

She is survived by:
2 Grandchildren:
Dawn Pickerel & husband David of Keithville
Michael DuBose & wife D.D. of Paxton
4 Great Granchildren:
Melissa McLeod & husband Jonathan
Michaela Pickerel
David DuBose
Zakkery DuBose
2 Great Great Granchildren:
A.J. McLeod
Chase DuBose

You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

12/23/09

Jack Hagler, 73, passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2009, at Shelby Regional Medical Center. He was born July 26, 1936 in Shelby County to Olliver Hagler and Emmer Askew Hagler. Mr. Hagler was a member of the Assembly of God.

Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December 24, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December 24, 2009 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Mr. Hagler is survived by:

Wife, Ann Hagler of Center

Daughter, Rene’ McDaniel of Center

Son, Stephen Hagler of Center

Grandchildren:
Corey Hagler
Samantha Hagler
Chelsea McDaniel

Sister, Bunchie Ross of Center

Also numerous other relatives and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:
Parents, Joe Olliver Hagler & Emmer Mae Askew Hagler
Brother, Flip Hagler & Buddy Hagler
Sister, Bernice Eubanks

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

12/22/09

William Morris, 78, of Center, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at Pine Grove Nursing Home.

No services are planned at this time.

He was born August 19, 1931 to Harmon and Loretta (Bressler) Morris.

He is survived by:
Wife:
Rose Mary Morris of Center
4 Daughters:
Mary Walker of Berwick, ME
Eve Durham of Center
Enid Durham of Center
Charlotte Rivera of Santé Fa, NM
3 Sons:
John Morris of Round Rock
Matthew Morris of Annan Dale, VA
Francis Morris of Middletown, DE
Sister:
Eileen Esterkin of Paoli, PA

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

12/21/09

Mr. Henry Leon Wallace, 62, of Tenaha, Texas passed away Friday at his residence.

Services will be Wednesday at 11:00 A.M. at Benford Chapel Baptist Church in Tenaha. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Tenaha with Rev. Joseph Hall Sr. officiating.

Mr. Wallace is survived by:
Mother, Margie Simmons of Florida
Daughters, Angelia Wallace and Teresa Wallace of Florida
Son, Terrance Williams of Florida
Sister, Betty Jones of Florida
2 Aunts and 3 Uncles and a host of relatives and friends.

Jarvis Anthony Jr., age 2 months, of Center passed away Sunday morning at Shelby Regional Medical Center.

Services will be Wednesday at 2:00 P.M. at Triumph Church in Center. Interment will follow at Thompson Cemetery in Shelbyville with Rev. Marilon Cloudy to officiate.

Jarvis Anthony Jr. is survived by
Mother, Christina Horton of Center
Father, Jarvis Anthony Sr. of Nacogdoches
Sisters, La'Riah Horton of Center and Ri'ttanna Anthony of Center
Grandmother, Becky Cartwright of Center
Grandmother, Shy'Anne Anthony of San Augustine
Grandfather, L C Johnson of San Augustine
Grandfather, James Wade of Houston

12/18/09

Services for Mary “Jane” Metz, 91, of Kilgore will be twelve noon, Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at the Kilgore Bible Church in Kilgore with hers sons, Barry and Dick Metz officiating. Burial will be three p.m., Wednesday at the Fairview Cemetery in Center, Texas.

Mrs. Metz was born on December 25, 1917 in San Augustine to the late Carl Elmo and Mary Collins Slaughter Hall. She was a graduate of Center High School and Texas Women’s University in Denton, Texas. Jane married Thomas (“Tom”) Wesley Metz on July 26, 1942. Tom and Jane, as part of Tom’s Allis Chalmers career, lived in Center, Dallas, Indianapolis, Philadelphia, New Orleans, and then after retiring, in Hideaway Lake near Lindale. They were active
Methodists in each of these communities. During her long and purposeful life, Mrs. Metz taught in various secondary schools, was an avid bridge player and enthusiastic golfer, loved puzzles and games, and volunteered generously for many organizations including We Care and Meals on Wheels. She was known especially for her magnanimity and graciousness, with family and church her paramount interests.

She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Tom and Pat Metz of Boulder, Colorado, Dick and Jackay Metz of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Barry and Julia Metz of Kilgore; sister, Jean Nelson of Houston; grandchildren, Ryan Metz and his wife Dana of Lafayette, Louisiana, Jill and her husband, Demian Pavlicek of Dallas, Tom Metz, III of Los Angeles, California, Julie Johnston and her husband, Mike of Baton Rouge, Jonathan Metz of Baton Rouge, Austin, Jane, Anne and Lauren Metz of Kilgore; two great-grandchildren, Cole and Kate Metz of Lafayette, Louisiana; several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Metz was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years and a brother Carl Hall of Harlingen, Texas.

The family will receive friends at Rader Funeral Home Tuesday evening between six and seven-thirty p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Building Fund at Kilgore Bible Church, 3810 County Line Road, Kilgore, Texas 75662.

Please leave online condolences at www.Raderfuneralhome.com

12/17/09

Mrs. Ladonia Mosby, age 77, of San Augustine, Texas passed away Thursday morning at Twin Lakes Care Center.

Services will be Saturday, 12 Noon at Roberts Baptist Church, San Augustine, Texas with interment at Roberts Cemetery. Officiating will be Pastor Artis Mosby.

Mrs. Mosby is survived by two brothers, Tommy J. Standsberry Sr., of Center and Raymond J Standsberry of Opelika, Alabama. Two sisters, Yvonne Tate of Colorado Springs and Mary Jean Thompson of Tucson, Arizonia. Along with a Host of nieces and nephews.

Mr. Paul Seay September 27, 1925 – December 15, 2009

Graveside services for Mr. Paul Seay, age 84, of Yoakum, TX, formerly of Tenaha, TX, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 19, 2009, at Restland Cemetery in Tenaha with Dr. Lee Evans officiating. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 12 Noon on Saturday at the funeral home prior to the service. Mr. Seay passed away on Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 15, 2009, in Bonham, TX.

Paul Seay was born on September 27, 1925, n Spartanburg, SC to Paul and Annie Belle Belcher Seay. He graduated from Spartanburg High School. Mr. Seay married Lois Jean Pruett on Dec. 20, 1957, in San Francisco. Mr. Seay served his county in the U.S. Navy, retiring after 20 years. He later worked for Daniels Construction in Greenville, SC as safety engineer for over 20 years. Mr. Seay moved to Tenaha in 1985, from South Carolina. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Tenaha.

Mr. Seay is survived by two sons, Dr. Michael Seay and wife Belinda of Yoakum, and David Seay and wife Doris of Waldron, Arkansas; two grandchildren, Dusty Seay of Longview and George Seay of Yoakum; and three step-grandchildren, Maranda Hammons of Longview, Erin Nahgahnub and husband Joe of Barksdale A.F.B., and Holly Hammons of Tulsa.

If desired, memorials may be made to Restland Cemetery Assn., C/o Mr. Jerry Smith, 8195 SH 96 N., Tenaha, TX 75974.

A guestbook may be signed online at www.jimerson-lipsey.com.

12/16/09

Funeral services for Ruth Porterfield, 93, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, December 18, 2009, in Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson with Rev. Josh Walters officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson.

Born December 26, 1915, in Timpson, Ruth Porterfield was the daughter of the late John Henon and Annas (Biering) Porterfield. She passed away December 15, 2009, in Timpson.

Survivors include her brother Henry Porterfield of Timpson and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

In addition to her parents, Ruth Porterfield was preceded in death by brothers Aubrey, Marvin, Herbert, Emory, Gaston, Melvin, and Daniel Porterfield and sisters Mary Hammers, Lizzie Porterfield, and Jewel Ford.

Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Thursday, December 17, 2009, at Taylor Funeral Home. To convey condolences or to register online, please visit www.taylorfh.net. The family is being served by Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975

12/14/09

Mr. Eugene Jones, age 90, of Center passed away Sunday morning at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital. Mr. Jones will lay-in-state from 1-2 pm followed by services Wednesday, at 2 pm at Triumph Church in Center, Texas with interment at Westview Cemetery in Center, Texas.

Prince Howard Cloudy Sr. to officiate.

Mr. Jones is survived by:
Son, Billy and Gloria Jones of Houston
Step-Son James and Lola B. Phillips of Center
Step-Daughters, Eldrid and J T Clark of Center and Ruby Wilson of Center
10 Grandchildren, 23 Great grandchildren
A Special Niece, Lucille Cloudy of Center.

Funeral services for Hollis E. “Gene” Bogue, Jr., 83, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, December 15, 2009, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Rex Humphreys officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery, Timpson. Mr. Bogue passed away December 13, 2009, in Nacogdoches, TX.

Born September 16, 1926, in Timpson, Gene Bogue was the son of the late Hollis E. and Mary Estella (Crump) Bogue. He was a graduate of Timpson High School and a veteran of the U. S. Navy. Gene was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, a member of Timpson American Legion Post #90 and Timpson Missionary Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife Dorothy Bogue of Nacogdoches, TX; son Rick Bogue and wife Chris of Tomball, TX; daughters Gayle Mathews of Houston, and Sandy Galloway of Humble; stepsons Johnny Blankenship and wife Tamye of Garrison, and James Blankenship and wife Patti of Tyler; stepdaughters Janice Gatliff and husband Gary of Nacogdoches, and Doris Sowell and husband Roger of Center; sister Frances Graves of Timpson; 5 grandchildren; 6 step grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; 4 step great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews and many friends. In addition to his parents, Mr. Bogue was preceded in death by brother James Bogue.

Visitation will be from 10:00 AM, Tuesday, December 15, until service time at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church. Memorial may be made to the Ladies’ Sunday School Class or Ladies’ Auxiliary of Timpson Missionary Baptist Church, P. O. Box 805, Timpson, TX 75975. To convey condolences or to register online, please visit www.taylorfh.net. The family is being served by Taylor Funeral Home 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975.

12/13/09

Robert D. Rushing, 73, passed away Saturday, December 12, 2009, at his home in Center. He was born March 30, 1936 in Center to Robert D. Rushing, Sr. and Maude Clark Rushing. Mr. Rushing was a 32nd Degree Mason and a member of Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149. He was also a member of the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society and the James Church of Christ.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, December 14, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00, Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Jimmy Clark officiating. Interment will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be Roger Justus, Colton Rhame, Richard Benavides, Chris Davis, Bubba Shofner, Billy Bob Warr and Bobby Warr. Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Chandler, R. O. Warr, Lowman Russell and Melvin Tomlin.

Mr. Rushing is survived by:

Daughters:
Rhonda Rushing Davis-Benavides and husband Richard Benavides of Nacogdoches
Cindy Rushing Shofner of Center

Son-inLaw, Prentice Shofner, Jr. of Center

Grandson, Christopher Robin Davis and wife Jennifer of Nacogdoches

Granddaughters:
Kara Davis Justus and husband Roger of Nacogdoches
Brittany Suzanne Shofner of Center
Mallory Megan Shofner of Center
Kristen Gayle Shofner of Center

Great Grandchildren:
Hannah Justus, Kaitlyn Justus, Hunter Davis, Raylee Askew and J. J. Reed.

Sister: Carolyn Rushing Chandler and husband Charles of Center

Nieces:
Michelle Chandler Covington of Center
Danielle Chandler Rhame of Center

Best Friend and Companion, Rodeo

Preceded by
Parents, Robert D. Rushing, Sr. and Maude Clark Rushing
Wife, Judy Bridges Rushing
Son, Robert Darwin Rushing, III

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

Funeral services for Mr. James Allen Jones, age 71, of Beckville, Texas, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 15, 2009, at Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve Jackson and Pastor John Ulrich officiating. Interment will follow in Oddfellows Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Mr. Jones passed away on Saturday morning, December 12, 2009, in Longview, after a lengthy illness.

James Allen Jones was born on February 8, 1938, in the Arcadia Community of Shelby County, Texas to Walter Scott and Thelma Lilly Jones. He married Kay Berry Green on November 8, 1963, in Dallas. Mr. Jones worked for C.I.S.D for many years. He was a member of the Oddfellows and Masonic Lodges. Mr. Jones moved to Panola County in 1982, from Gordonville, Texas. He was a member of Central Baptist Church in Carthage. Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his parents; a half-sister, Ann; one grandson, Eric McDaniel; and one grandchild, Baby Molpus.

Mr. Jones is survived by his wife of 46 years, Kay Jones of Beckville; two daughters, Renee Molpus and husband Jason of Longview and Cheryl Denson and husband Dewey of Harleton; one sister, Barbara Keene and husband Floyd of Pasadena; six grandchildren, Chase Allee and fiancé Cierra Cato of Harleton, Megan Davis and husband Dustin of Gary, Ricky Allee of Henderson, Callie Allee of Harleton, and Ashley and Gabrielle Denson of Sims.

If desired, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.
A guestbook may be signed online at www.jimerson-lipsey.com.

Gertie J. Whitten Johnson, 97, of Logansport, Louisiana passed away December 11, 2009.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, December 14, 2009 at Rose-Neathe Funeral Home in Logansport, Louisiana with Dr. Charles Hall officiating. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery in Logansport. Visitation will be Sunday, December 13, 2009 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home

She is preceded in death by husband, Johnny Johnson and son Billy Don Johnson.
She is survived by:
Son, Darrell Johnson and wife Debbie of Center.
Daughter, Carolyn Magee and husband Henry of Shreveport, Louisiana.
Grandsons, Rex Johnson and wife Allison of Center and Mike Magee and wife Deanna of Bennett, Colorado.
Granddaughter, Nikki Johnson Butler and husband David of Lufkin.
Great Grandchildren, Katie and Callie Johnson of Center and Rhett Butler of Lufkin.

12/11/09

Jessie Russell Menefee, 100, of Beaumont, passed away December 9, 2009.

Services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home with Steve Russell officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Saturday, December 12, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born October 30, 1909 in Shelby County to Crawford and Susie (Jernigan) Russell.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Crawford and Susie Russell, Daughter, Janet Gregg, Granddaughter, Cassandra Fincher, Brothers, Bueford Russell, Roy Russell, Simon Russell and Harvey Russell and Sisters, Ira Hairston, Ruby Strahan, Jewell Sheffield and Thelma Fults.

She is survived by:
2 Daughters:
Jean Sheridan & husband Hans of Beaumont
Linda Fincher of Kileen
Grandchildren:
Andrea Sheridan
Neal Fincher
Mark Fincher
Caralee Fincher
Sister:
Rossie Russell of Nacogdoches

You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

12/10/09

Louis Cooper, Jr., 35, of Center, passed away December 10, 2009. He was born November 3, 1974 in Center to Louis Cooper, Sr. and Hazel Haessly Cooper. He was a construction supervisor.

Visitation will begin at 6:00 p.m. Friday December 11, 2009 and continue until 8:00 pm, Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, December 13, 2009 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center. Interment will follow in the Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

He is survived by:

Wife, Cristy Glaze Cooper of Center

Daughters;
Lainee Cooper of Center
Macayla Williford of Center

Father, Louis Cooper, Sr. and wife Suella of Stanley, Louisiana

Mother, Hazel Cooper of Timpson

Sisters;
April Whittington of Timpson
Ashley Whittington of Timpson

Brothers;
Marty Cooper of Port Arthur
John David Cooper of Stanley, Louisiana

Numerous Aunts, Uncles and other relatives.

Preceded by
Daughter, Lacie Cooper
Grandparents, Mag & Earl Cooper
Grandmother, Jackie Sanford
Step-father, Billy Whittington
Aunt, Kay Haessly
Uncle, Sam Cooper
Cousin, Chad Sims

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

Eleanor Kozette Oates, 74, passed away December 9, 2009, in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was born February 1, 1935 in Joaquin to Frank Reynolds and Betty Cox Reynolds. She was a homemaker, mother and grandmother. She was a member of the James Church of Christ.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, December 11, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Watson & Sons Chapel in Center with Mickey Chandler officiating. Interment will follow in the Antioch Cemetery in Shelby County.

Pallbearers will be Josh Cherry, Michael Lovejoy, Tim Newcomb, Herman Snider, Chris Snider and James Foshee. Honorary pallbearers will be Huey Green and Dale Jones.

Mrs. Oates is survived by:
Sons:
Michael Oates of Shreveport, Louisiana
Dean Oates and wife Vickie of Shreveport, Louisiana
Roy Oates and wife Regina of Marshall
Robert Oates and wife Colleen of Center
Stacy Oates and wife Samantha of Center

Grandchildren:
Ashley Oates, James Oates, Michael Lovejoy, Lisa Lovejoy and Krystal Lovejoy

Great Grandchildren:
Brittany Lovejoy, Tyler McDuff and Emmalee Cherry

Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Preceded by
Husband, Doyce Oates
Sons, David Oates and Rodney Oates
Great Grandson, Noah Allen Cherry

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

12/09/09

Mary Lucille Denby, 88, of Center, passed away Wednesday 9, 2009 at her residence.

Service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 11, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Lamar Denby and Bro. Jack Forbis officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Thursday, December 10, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born January 6, 1921 to Walter and Virgie (Strong) Miller.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, Walter and Virgie Miller, Husband, Earl Denby, Sister, Opal Cummings, and Brother, Waymon Miller.

She is survived by:
Son:
Leon Denby & wife, Nita of Waskom
2 Daughters:
Sheila Windham & husband, Keith of Shelbyville
Sue Parker & husband, Jerry of Center
Grandchildren:
Ricky Denby & Dana Denby
Michael Hughes & wife, Denise
Tracy Dixon & husband, Larry, Kristy Windham and Kandace Windham
Jeremy Parker & wife, Dana and Danny Parker
Great Grandchildren:
Jaycee Denby, Trace Denby, Michelle Hughes, Justin Hughes,
Jon & Jacob Samford, McKenzie Smith,
Hayley, Matt, & Colby Parker
Sister:
Wayne Baggett & husband, Buddy of Center
Brother:
Buster Miller of Shreveport
Pallbearers:
Michael Hughes, Jerry Parker, Keith Windham,
Jeremy Parker, Danny Parker and Justin Hughes

You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

12/08/09

Funeral services for Shirley Ann (Vaught) Fancher, age 74, of Timpson, TX, will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, December 10, 2009, in Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Timpson, with Bro. Cliff Hughes officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery. Mrs. Fancher passed away December 08, 2009, in Timpson.

Born January 15, 1935, in the Stockman Community of Shelby County, TX, Shirley Ann Fancher was the daughter of the late James Oscar and Lena (Francis) Vaught. She and Billy Fancher were married in her home in the Stockman Community in 1952. Shirley lovingly cared for Billy, until his death in 2004, and son Randy. She was a faithful member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church and enjoyed the hours spent quilting with the ladies of Mt. Olive.

Survivors include son Randy Fancher of Timpson; 2 brothers: Maxwell Vaught of Humble, TX and Loral Vaught of Silsbee, TX; 3 sisters: Vernell McKinney of Center, TX, Mae Minton of Center, TX, and Faye Bolton of Timpson; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, Shirley was preceded in death by 4 brothers: Shorty, Waide,
J. E., and Johnny Vaught and 2 sisters: Rachel Samford and Gwendolyn Vaught.

Visitation for family and friends will be 5:00 – 7:00 PM, Wednesday, December 09, 2009, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson. To convey condolences or to register online, please visit www.taylorfh.net. The family is being served by Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975.

12/05/09

Bob Lacey McAdams, age 81 of Leona, Texas passed away Friday evening, December 4, 2009 in Nacogdoches Medical Center. Bob Lacey McAdams was born September 2, 1928 in Leona, Texas to H.D. McAdams Sr. and Jessie Raye Gunn McAdams. Bob Lacey McAdams was retired from Southwestern Bell and was a self-employed rancher, he was of the Methodist Faith.

Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Leona Methodist Church in Leona, Texas.

Survivors include:
Son: Billy Bob McAdams and wife Lisa of Center, Texas
3 Grandsons: Josh McAdams and wife Micah of Center, Texas, Cole McAdams and fiance' Dana Artherholt of Huntsville, Texas and Ben Blount of San Augustine, Texas
2 Granddaughters: Jane Blount of Dallas and Lara Blount of San Augustine, Texas
2 Daughter-in-law's: Claudine McAdams of Huntsville, Texas and Suzanne McAdams of Center, Texas
Special Friend, Betty Coleman and her family Dennis and Jo Beth Coleman, Daniel and Katie Coleman and Paul Coleman

Bob Lacey McAdams was preceded in death by, 2 Sons, Kenny McAdams and Randy McAdams. 4 Brothers and 1 Sister.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Mr. McAdams name to the Sardis Cemetery Fund or the American Heart Association.

Mae Gaspard Hutto, age 68, of Shelbyville passed away Friday evening, December 5, 2009 in Lufkin Memorial Hospital in Lufkin. Mae Gaspard Hutto was born March 19, 1941 in Kaplan, La to John Gaspard and Margaret Lemaire Gaspard, she was a former resident of Bridge City, Texas. Mrs Hutto was a member of the Lydia Missionary Baptist Church in Huxley and was retired from Bridge City Independent School District.

Services will be held at 2:00 pm, Monday, December 7, 2009 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Rev. Gordon Vaughn, Rev. Luke Garrett and Rev Wes Hall oficiating. Interment will follow at the Carroll Cemetery.

Survivors include:
Husband: Billy Hutto of Shelbyville, Texas
4 Daughters: Debbie and Richard Norris of Pensacola, Fl, Sandy and Gary Haynes of Orangefield, Texas, Karen and Brent Morse of Orangefield, Texas and Christie and Jesse Mitchell of Orange, Texas.
10 Grandchildren
10 Great Grandchildren
One Brother: Johnny and Pam Gaspard of Bridge City, Texas
One nephew: Ryan Gaspard

Mae Gaspard Hutto was preceded in death by, Parents and Granddaughter Ashley Haynes

Visitation will be 5 pm to pm on Sunday, December 6, 2009 at Waston and Sons Funeral Home in Center

12/02/09

Mr. Louis Rashad Edwards, 28 of Center passed away Sunday morning, November 29th in Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital. Services will be held Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church in Center. Interment will be a Westview Cemetery in Center with Rev. Jeff Yarbrough officiating.

Mr. Edwards is survived by:
Daughter, A'Raiya Nikohi Edwards of Nacogdoches
Friend, Shalanda Walker of Nacogdoches
Mother, Joyce Edwards of Center
Father, Louis G Edwards Jr of Center
Sister, Nicole Ellington of Center
Brothers, Germaine Edwards and Jamarcus Patton both of Center.