05/19/2013

Prentice Shofner, Sr., 85 of Center, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2013 at his residence.

Graveside Service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 20, 2013 at Latham Cemetery, Shelbyville, Texas in the Dreka Community with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, May 19, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born January 28, 1928 Shelbyville, Texas in the Dreka Community to Marvin and Ezella (Litton) Shofner. He was a member of the West Hamilton Missionary Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, Marvin and Ezella Shofner, Mother of his children, Bobbie Ann (Harrison) Shofner, Wife, Jenell Shofner, Daughter, Toni Alford, Grandson, Cody Alford and 2 Sisters, Lamerle Fleming and JaNell Samford.

He is survived by:

Daughter: Penny Todd & husband, Ricky of Center

Daughter: Mary Sims & husband, Rickie of Shelbyville

Son: Prentice “Bubba” Shofner, Jr. of Center

Son: John Shofner & wife, Wantia of Center

Daughter: Jennifer Holt & husband, Ben of Center

Step-Children:
Tina McGuffin & husband, Don of Henderson
Jeff Burris & Gena of Carthage

15 Grandchildren
9 Great Grandchildren

2 Brothers:
Jarrell Shofner & wife, Tommie of Jasper
Darrell Shofner of Shelbyville

2 Brothers-in-law:
Hugh Fleming of Center
William Samford of Center

Numerous Nieces & Nephews

Pallbearers: Jeb Shofner, Nathan Shofner, Brad Hinton, Jordan Pinkston, Ryan Pinkston, Charlie Mitchell

Honorary Pallbearers: Charles Henry Hinton and Paul Ross

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

05/17/2013

Mr. Thomas "Tom" Edwards, age 69, longtime resident of San Augustine, and owner of San Augustine Gun Shop passed from this life on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 in Lufkin.

Tom was born to Hattie (Palmer) Edwards and Arthur Edwards on April 10, 1944, in Minneapolis, MN. Over the years, Tom felt strongly about giving back to the community which he was proud to call home. He contributed in different ways through community service. He served as a hunter education instructor in the State of Texas since 1979. In the early 1980's, he was a charter member and willing volunteer in the Redlands Gun Club. He held National Rife Association credentials as an NRA instructor in Certified Home Firearms Safety, Certified Pistol and Certified Rifle. He also held a TECLOSE Peace Officers and TECLOSE Instructor License, proudly serving as a unpaid deputy for the County of San Augustine and donating his time for firearms training for the county and the city of San Augustine, as well as surrounding counties and cities.

In 1995, be became a Concealed Handgun Instructor for the State of Texas and was still actively instructing up to the time of his death.

In honor of Tom's memory, we encourage donations of time to the organizations in your community.

"Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened." Dr. Seuss

Memorial Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 18, 2013, in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel. Cremation was chosen by the family, and visitation will be prior to Memorial Service at the Funeral Home.

Survivors include: His wife: Kristi Edwards of San Augustine; Daughters: Francine Edwards-Overbo and her husband, Gerald, along with their children Rachel, Neal and their son, Logan; Geraldo, Isaac and Hannah of Minneapolis, MN; Jessica Edwards-Smith and her husband, John-Paul, along with their children, Sara and Clare of Minneapolis, MN; Son: Michael Edwards of Santa Fe, New Mexico and his son, Mitchell; Sisters: Audrey Weida and her children, John, Paul, Gary, and Robert, all of Kansas City, MO; Jackie Sellman and her husband, Terry along with their children, Theresa and her husband, Heith, and their 4 girls; Christina and her husband, Mike and their 3 boys, all of Chisago City, MN; along with a beloved deceased sister: Audrey Christianson, and her surviving children, Jason Christianson and his wife, Stephanie, along with their 2 sons, and 1 daughter.

Online obituary and online condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts

Melba Corder Gann, 78, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, May 17, 2013 at Pine Grove Nursing Home in Center. She was born November 25, 1934 in Ravenna to Cleland Corder and Mary Gibbons Corder. Ms. Gann was a Teacher’s Aide at Shelbyville ISD for many years and was a member of McClelland Community Church in Shelbyville.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, May 18, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Chris Collins, Sister Melba Rodgers officiating. Interment will follow at McClelland Cemetery in Shelbyville with Bro. Arvis Moore presiding.

Pallbearers will be Jason Burch, Daniel Holloway, Michael Lee, Ryan Arwine, Jimmy Deal, Donald Hale, Colt Bush, Chad Haley, and Dustin Parker. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandsons; Jessie Vaughn, Craig Lewis, Jack Armstreet and J.L. Berel.

She is survived by
Children:
Gary Price and wife, Jenny of Tyler
Karla Gann Vaughn of Shelbyville
Mary Beth Bearden and husband, Gilbert of Shelbyville

Grandchildren:
Mindy & Scott Moore
Andy Baggett
Javey & Jamie Jamison
Lance & Callie Jamison
Caitlyn Cooper
Haleigh Cooper
Colton Bearden
Corey Bearden

Great Grandchildren:
Alana Jamison
Jackson Lafield
Hannah Jamison
Bradley Jamison
Caleb Jamison

Special Cousins:
Sue & Bobby Rattan
Doug & Joann Large
Craig & Ruby Eaton
Ted & Sue Palmore

Sister-in-law: Mary Jean Haley & Family

Preceded in death by
Parents: Cleland Corder and Mary Gibbons Corder
Husband: Douglas Gann
Daughter: Tonya Baggett
Siblings: Paxton Corder, Shirley Corder

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

05/13/2013

Mrs. Wilma "Dean" (Taylor) Chance, age 70, of the Norwood Community in San Augustine County, Texas, passed from this life on Sunday, May 12, 2013, in Nacogdoches, Texas, as a result of a automobile accident that occurred on State Highway 147-South in San Augustine County.

Dean was born to Verna (Smith) Taylor and Bill Taylor on February 4, 1943, in San Augustine County, Texas. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and a beloved wife. She was a homemaker, and a retired small business owner having owned a mobile home park, and was a member of the Baptist Church.

Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, 2013, in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with Bro. Larry Chandler officiating. Burial will be in the Antioch Cemetery in San Augustine County, Texas. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from the hours of 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, 316 West Columbia Street, San Augustine, TX 75972.

Those who are left to cherish her memory include: Her husband, Hewlyn "Wallace" Chance, Sr., of the Norwood Community in San Augustine County; Her son and daughter-in-law, JR and Marie Chance of Lumberton; Grandchildren, Zachary and Raymond Chance; Dorian Jolyn Chapman and Garrett; great-grandchildren, Madalyn Michelle Chance and Payton Chance; Brothers, Joe Taylor, Paul Taylor, and Monte Taylor, all from Shelby County, Texas; Sisters, Linda Taylor Wagstaff, Billie Taylor King, and Connie Taylor Hargrove, all from Shelby County, Texas. Special friends, Kenneth and Wanda Price, along with a host of other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers will include, Vandy Sowell, Justin Wagstaff, Jay Jones, Jerrod Hargrove, Doug Johnson and Jody Hancock. Honorary Pallbearers will include, Michael Bill Taylor, Wilburn Mixon, and Carlos Taylor.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Verna and Bill Taylor, Brother, Tommy Taylor and a nephew, John Hargrove.

Online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts.

05/12/2013

Nellie Smith, 75, of Tenaha, passed away Saturday, May 11, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.

Services will be 10:00 am, Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Keith Keele officitating. Burial will follow at Restland Cemetery in Tenaha. Visitation will be Monday evening from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born December 17, 1937 in Shelby County to Tom and Reba (Spurlock) Conway. She was a member of Ramah Baptist Church, Tenaha, Texas.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Tom and Reba Conway, her Husband, John Paul Smith, Son, Bobby Lynn Smith and Daughter, Linda Kay Casper.

She is survived by:
Daughter:
Barbara Gierman & husband, Ron of Coldsprings

Son:
Paul Smith of Tennessee Colony

Son-in-law:
Dennis Casper of Tenaha

2 Grandsons:
John Coker & Michelle of Coldsprings
Ronnie Coker & wife, Brenda of Longview

2 Great Grandchildren:
Brittany Benvenutti & husband, Richard of Waco
Drew Coker of Jefferson

1 Great Great Granddaughter, Kylie Benvenutti

2 Sisters:
Mary Kyle & husband, Bob of Tenaha
Janice Wilson & husband, Billy Mack of Tenaha

Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and friends

Pallbearers:
Douglas Eaves, Sr., Douglas Eaves, Jr., Billy Mack Wilson,
Rusty Wilson, Cecil Chesser & Clarence Casper

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

05/10/2013

Mac T. Carter, 59, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, May 10, 2013 at his residence. He was born October 1, 1953 in Port Arthur to Smith Lamar Carter and Wilma Parker Carter. Mr. Carter was a teacher at Nacogdoches ISD and Shelbyville ISD, where he taught math for 29 years. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing and hunting. Mr. Carter was a member of Campti Pentecostal Church in the Campti Community of Shelby County. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Sunday, May 12, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will immediately follow at Carroll Cemetery in Shelbyville with Bro. James Goodwyn and Sister Melba Rodgers officiating.

Pallbearers will be Michael Warren, T.J. Goodwyn, Brad Goodwyn, Kevin Carter Ali, Kris Carter Ali, Vic Carter, Mikel Carter, Larry Warren, Jim Culver, Terry Allen, Mark Collins and Michael Collins.

He is survived by
Wife of 37 years: Mavis Carter of Shelbyville

Daughter: Candace Carter of Denton

Mother and Father-in-law: Evelyn & Travis Hughes

Brothers:
Kit Carter of Shelbyville
Bob Carter of Milam

Sister: Gay Carter Ali of Shelbyville

Sisters-in-law and Brothers-in-law:
Mary & Jim Culver
Martha & James Goodwyn

Nieces and Nephews:
Kris Carter Ali and wife, Kristen
Kevin Carter Ali and wife, Liz
Vic Carter
Gabrielle West and husband, Chase
Mikel Carter
Michael Warren and wife, Krista
T.J. Goodwyn
Brad Goodwyn and wife, Sherry

Numerous other relatives

A host of friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: Smith Lamar “Dugie” Carter and Wilma Parker Carter

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

Mrs. Ether Lee Williams, 58 of Tenaha passed away Friday morning, May 3, 2013 at her residence.

Services will be held Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 2pm at First Baptist Church, Tenaha, Texas with Rev. Chandler Pettis to officiate. Interment will follow at Social Point Cemetery, Tenaha, Texas. Visitation for Mrs. Williams will be held Friday, May 10, 2013 from 6pm to 8pm at Community Funeral Home Chapel, Center, Texas.

She is survived by

Husband: Huey P. Williams of Tenaha

Daughters:
Annie (Cenlinto) Williams of Seguin, Texas
Tammie (Victor) Williams of Frisco, Texas

Sons:
Howard Lee (Veronica) Williams of Longview, Texas
Bobby (Anitrish) Willisams of Timpson
Devonta Williams of Tenaha
Denzelle Williams of Tenaha

12 Grandchildren

Sister: Maxcine Woolen of Mansfield, LA

Brother: Elzie Jenkins of Jena LA.

Host of other family and friends

Services under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

05/09/2013

Rebecca Adams Webb, 88, of Center, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013 at Holiday Nursing Home.

A Private Family Burial will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 10, 2013 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Timpson.

She was born September 5, 1924 in Shelby County to Eugene Robert Adams and Elizabeth Noble Reeves.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Eugene Robert Adams and Elizabeth Noble Reeves and Husband, Joe H. Webb.

She is survived by:
Daughter:
JoBeth Daw of Nacogdoches
Granddaughter:
Tina Dee Robinson and son, Cason of Center

In lieu of flowers, family requests donations can be made to Woodlawn Cemetery, c/o Timpson City Hall, P.O. Box 369, Timpson, Texas 75975.

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

Danny Cecil Belrose, 58, of Center, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2013 in Shreveport, Louisiana. He was born September 8, 1954 in Center to Forest Dale Belrose and Bonnie Ann Davis Belrose. Mr. Belrose was a United States Army Veteran and was a member of Sardis Missionary Baptist Church in the Sardis Community of Shelby County.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 11, 2013 at Sardis Cemetery with Sister Melba Rodgers officiating.

Pallbearers will be Clifton Porter, Brandon Bradshaw, Bubba Lee, Cecil Jackson, Jose Acuna and Michael Sims.

He is survived by Mother: Bonnie Ann Belrose of Sardis

Brother: Jerry Belrose of Beaumont

Sister: Beth Wall and husband, Drew of Red Oak

Nephew: Corey Belrose of Seminole, Oklahoma

Niece: Sissy Belrose of Seminole, Oklahoma

Great Nephew: Cason Belrose of Center

Great Nieces:
Caley Belrose of Center
Carissa Belrose of Center
Kendall Rae Perkins of Seminole, Oklahoma

Uncles:
Jim Belrose and wife, Linda of Center
A.B. Belrose of Port Neches
Robert Belrose of Center
Buck Davis and wife, Mae of Center

Numerous cousins and friends

Preceded in death by
Father: Forest Dale Belrose
Great Niece: Zoie Prislac

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

Dorothy Davis Bowles, 91, passed away on May 8, 2013, at Cypress Glen Nursing Facility in Port Arthur, Texas. She was born in Shelby County on August 15, 1921, to Abner and Mary Brittain Doggett.

Mrs. Bowles is preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, Vance Davis, her second husband, Wesley Bowles, her brother, Prentice Doggett, her sister, Sybil Doggett Alford and her son, Donald Davis. She is survived by her son Rusty Davis and wife, Pat, of Port Neches, Texas, her grandchildren, John Davis and wife, Kim, of Center; Audra Davis of Port Arthur, Texas, Donna Davis Hall and husband, Lee, of League City, Texas, Thad Davis and partner Danna Elder of Vidor, Texas, Sean Davis of Joaquin, Vance Davis and wife Anna of Mauriceville, Texas and Brittainy Davis of Key West, Florida, eleven great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

A visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 11, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. A graveside service will be held at Rather Cemetery in Hurstown, Texas, at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 11, 2013 with Rev. Joel McMahon of First United Methodist Church officiating.

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

05/07/2013

Katie Lee (Stone) Herndon, 76, of Timpson, TX, passed away at her home on Monday, May 06, 2013. She was born October 14, 1936, in the Caledonia Community of Rusk County, Texas, to parents Walter P. and Priscilla (Crump) Stone. Katie had been a truck driver and drove a school bus for Gary ISD.

Survivors include her husband Charles Herndon of Timpson; daughter Katie Yvonne Camello and husband Bobby, grandson Robbie Camello, granddaughter Courtney Camello, and great grandson Nicholas Camello, all of Wichita Falls, TX; sisters Frances Louise Todd of Timpson and Jeanette Burger of Blackburn, OK; sister-in-law Ann Livingstone Stone of Center, TX; stepson Charles Herndon of Waco, TX; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Katie Herndon was preceded in death by brother Walter “Boog” Stone and Howard Stone.

There are no services scheduled at this time. To convey condolences online, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.

05/06/2013

James B. “Jim” Patterson, 84, of Timpson, passed away May 4, 2013 in Longview. He was born July 17, 1928 in Nacogdoches County to B.A. Patterson and Jodie Chandler Patterson. He was of the Methodist faith.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at Garrison Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Sara Curley officiating. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Garrison.

Pallbearers will be Nicholas Mucci, James Gossett, Jason Green, Lee Stapleton, Dudley Mosele, Jeff Register and Marvin Martin. Honorary pallbearers will be Pat Mucci and James Blackshear.

He is survived by
Wife: Nora Patterson of Timpson

Daughters:
Teresa Blackshear and husband, James of Gallup, New Mexico
Juliette Mucci and husband, Pat of Houston, Texas

Grandchildren:
James Blackshear IV
Nicholas Mucci
Savannah Mucci

Brother: Bob Patterson of Garrison

Services under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.

Sisters:
Dr. Bonita Ann Lowrie of Garrison
Allene Kelly Bacon of Covington, Louisiana
Billy Jo Shuey and husband, Dave of Woodland Park, Colorado

A host of nieces, nephews and friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: B.A. & Jodie Patterson
Brother: Norman Patterson
Sister: Martha Mosele

Services under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.

Mr. James Robert “Jake” Pitts (79) of Center died at his residence on Monday, April 29, 2013. Mr. Pitts’ services were held Saturday, May 4, 2013, at St. John Baptist Church in Center. Bro. George Grace will be officiating.

Mr. Pitts is survived by:
Brother: Travis Pitts of Oakland California
Sister: Elma Christine Freuendlich of Houston Texas

Interment will be at St John Cemetery.

Helon Marie Baldwin Harwell, 92, of Tyler, Texas passed away on May 2, 2013 after a lengthy illness.

A grave side service will be held on Sunday, May 5, 2013 at 4:00pm at Oaklawn Memorial Cemetery, Center Texas. Her nephew, Jeff C. Caid will speak at the graveside service. Arrangements are being handled by Watson & Sons Funeral Home of Center Texas.

Helon was born in Center, Texas, on January 6, 1921. She graduated from Center High School and continued on to receive the following degrees: a Bachelor of Science in 1948 from Stephen F. Austin University, Nacogdoches, Texas, Master of Religious Education in 1949 and Doctor of Religious Education in 1955 from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Ft. Worth, Texas, Master of Arts in 1962 from Northeast Missouri State Teachers College, Kirksville, Missouri, Doctor of Education in 1967 from the East Texas State University, Commerce, Texas.

Helon was married to John Earl Harwell on August 23, 1953. They were married for 59 years.

She retired from Nicholls State University, Thibodaux Louisiana, in 1990, after 23 years as a Professor and Head of the Department of Special Education.

Dr. Harwell is preceded in death by her husband, John Earl Harwell, her parents Aaron F. Baldwin and Bernice Baldwin.

Dr. Harwell is survived by her sister, Fannie B. Caid, nieces and nephews: Lanelle and Joseph Picarella of Tyler, TX, Jeff and Cindy Caid of Tyler, TX, Jean and Bill Cole of Lawrenceville, GA, Chauncey Young, Jr. of Lawrenceville GA, J.D. and Linda Smith of Slidell LA, Terry Harwell, Kerry Earl Harwell, Cheryl Ann Harwell; and many great nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express their deepest appreciation for the loving care provided “Miss Helon” by our friends at Hamptons Plus Care.

Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Blvd., Tyler, TX 75701.

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

Funeral service for Mr. Lowery Daniel Collins, 67, of Mineola, TX, (formerly of Timpson, TX) will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, May 6, 2013, at First Baptist Church, Timpson, TX, with Bro. Wayne Wolfe officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson. Visitation for family and friends will be from 1:00 PM until service time at 2:00 PM, Monday, at First Baptist Church, Timpson. Mr. Collins passed away Friday, May 3, 2013, in Quitman, TX.

Born September 26, 1945, in Nacogdoches, Texas, Lowery D. Collins was the son of the late L. M. Collins and Mary Magdalene Britton Collins. He was a 1964 graduate of Nacogdoches High School. After serving a short stint in the U. S. Air Force, he and Linda Lucille London were married on October 29, 1966, in Carthage, Texas. In 1968, Christopher, their only child, was born.

Lowery was proud of Chris and Lucille as they used their musical talents to sing for the Lord all across the South. Lowery enjoyed eating, watching western movies on television, and piddling with his tools in the backyard. He was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church in Emory, TX.

Survivors include his wife Lucille Collins of Mineola, TX; son Christopher Collins, also of Mineola; aunts Nellie Porter of Gary, TX, and Bertie Britton of Timpson; brother-in-law Dwayne London and wife Peggy of Carthage, TX; sister-in-law Glenda Langley and husband Chris of Timpson; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives.

Condolences may be shared online at www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr.,
Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.

05/02/2013

Mayeli Dayana Reyes, infant child of Ismael Reyes and Rosa Comacho of Center, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital in Nacogdoches. She was born April 30, 2013.

Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, May 3, 2013 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

She is survived by
Father: Ismael Reyes

Mother: Rosa Camacho

Sister: Nelly Dianntte Reyes

Grandparents:
Jose & Aurora Camacho
Ismael & Reyna Reyes

Uncles:
Jesus E. Camacho
Hector Reyes
Adolfo Reyes
Marco Reyes

Aunts:
Ana Camacho
Aurora Camacho
Ana Cristina Camacho
Andrea M. Camacho
Adela Reyes
Lety Reyes

Cousins:
Hanna Camacho
Isabella Reyes

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

Carmen Ercell (Snider) Cammack, 95, of Joaquin, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2013 at Shelby Regional Medical Center in Center.  She was born April 13, 1918 in San Augustine County to Rennie Clement Snider and Bernice Holt Snider.  She was a member of Willow Grove Community Church. 

Visitation will be held at 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.  Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, May 5, 2013 at Word of Faith Outreach Center in Joaquin with Pastor Melba Rodgers, Rev. Rennie Baker, Pastor Chris Welch and Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating.  Interment will follow at Willow Grove Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Forest Crawford, Jonathan Neal, Brandon Neal, Craig O’Rear, Brent Andres, Charles Rutherford, Kevin Yates, Nathan Anglin, Ronnie Belrose, Gordon Vaughn, Wayne Cammack Jr., David Cammack, Scott Cammack, and Jamie Bergeron.  Honorary pallbearers will be Justin Crawford, Blayne Rutherford, Chris Rutherford, Trevor Lawrence, Micah Andres, Kain Yates, Kase Yates, Bennett Anglin, Khoen Baker, Will Vaughn, Gage Belrose, Nate Belrose, Ty Neal, Jake Neal, Logan Cammack, Colten Cammack, Tate Johnson, Charles Brent Barr, Blake Barr, Parker Cammack, Steven Walker and Ed Johnson.

She is survived by
Daughters:
Connie Harvey and husband, Rodney of Joaquin
Loyce Dickerson and husband, Kenneth of Joaquin
Joyce Neal of Joaquin

Son: Rennie Cammack and wife, Jan of Joaquin

Daughter-in-law: Ann Cammack of Minden, Louisiana

Sisters:
Bernie Beth Blount and husband, Eugene of Joaquin
Jimmie Baker of Waxahachie
Lyndal Gunter and husband, Perry of Houston

Grandchildren:
Sherry Crawford and husband, Forest of Center
Wayne Cammack Jr. and wife, Tammy of Haughton, Louisiana
David Cammack and wife, Shannon of Blanchard, Louisiana
Scott Cammack of Joaquin
Caryn Bergeron and husband, Jamie of Carthage
Jannine Andres and husband, Brent of Joaquin
Traci Rutherford and husband, Charles of Joaquin
Ronna Yates and husband, Kevin of Joaquin
Courtney Anglin and husband, Nathan of Joaquin
Carmen Belrose and husband, Ronnie of Joaquin
Shelli Vaughn and husband, Gordon of Joaquin
Jonathan Neal and wife, Leah of Joaquin
Brandon Neal and wife, Rondalyn of Joaquin
Suzanne O’Rear and husband Craig of Joaquin

40 Great Grandchildren

7 Great Great Grandchildren

A number of nieces and nephews

A host of friends

Preceded in death by
Husband: Weldon H. Cammack
Parents: Rennie Clement Snider and Bernice Holt Snider
Sons: Wayne H. Cammack, Dale (Dakie) Cammack
Grandson: Rodney Dale Harvey
Brother: R. C. Snider
Sister: Billie McCray Baker
Brothers-in-law: Rev. Comer Baker, Lloyd McCray

A special thank you to Pat Crump, Green Acres Nursing Home Staff and Shelby Regional Medical Center Staff for the unconditional love and care that was provided to Ms. Cammack.

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

05/01/2013

Gay Bass Crawford, 74, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at her residence.  She was born March 5, 1939 to George Bass and Meddie Chambliss Bass. She was a member of Mt. Calvary Full Gospel Church in Shelbyville.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday May 3, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Don Windham and Rev. Billy Windham officiating.  Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Shelbyville.

Pallbearers will be Brad Bass, Chad Bass, Danny Bass, Joe Crawford, Keith Windham and Kevin Windham.

She is survived by
Husband: Alton Crawford of Shelbyville

Daughters:
Gena Williams and husband, John of Arlington
Sue Dendy and Kathryn Kennedy of Tyler

Stepdaughter: Becky Maris and husband, Dewey of Mont Belvieu

Grandchildren:
Angie Klutts and husband, Ben
Traci Forbes
Kimberly Williams
Jennifer Sproat and husband, Mickey
Chris Maris

Great Grandchildren:
Emily, Kaylee, Marcus, Micah

Brother: Kester Bass of Shelbyville

Sister: Myrtie Williams of Humble

Special Niece: Brenda Bass and husband, Danny

Special Friend: Mona Newman

Preceded in death by
Parents: George & Meddie Bass
Brothers: G.W. Bass & Jock Bass
Sisters: Daphine Moody, Gladys Chandler, Annie Scott and Inez Bass
Step Daughter: Sandy Forbes

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

04/30/2013

Edward “Ed” M. Knapp, 59, of Cameron, OK, formerly of Center, Texas, passed away Monday, April 15, 2013 in Cameron, OK. Ed was born October 12, 1953 in Poughkeepsie, NY to Ethel & Elmer Knapp. Ed was a very dedicated father, husband, and carpenter. His entire life revolved around his family and carpentry work.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Knapp; sons, Travis Knapp and Chris French; daughters, Susan Knapp, Tonja Cox, Jennifer Robinson, Susan & Jennifer of NY; grandchildren, Amber, Krissy, Little Joe, Sidney, Dustin, Trevor French & Trevor Robinson; great grandchildren, Aidin and Lilly; brothers, Elmer Knapp Jr. of Clinton Corners, NY, Mike Knapp of Stanfordville, NY; sisters, Carol Knapp of Poughkeepsie, NY, Barbara Powell of Pine Plains, NY, Joyce Jeffords of Tampa, FL, Lisa Elem of Poughkeepsie, NY other relatives & loved ones.

Memorial services will be held 2 pm, Friday, May 3, 2013 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating.

He will be carried in our hearts and loved forever.

Memorial donations may be made to: Mary Knapp c/o Evans & Miller Funeral Home, P.O. Box 897, Poteau, OK 74953.

Mr. Clyde H. Lister, Sr., 81, a long-time partner/owner of Hicks Mortuary and former owner along with his brothers of Lister Brothers Pulpwood Contractors died on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.

Visitation for Mr. Lister will be Friday, May 3, 2013 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. at Hicks Chapel. Funeral services for will be held Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Todd Spring Baptist Church. Reverend Wilbert Simmons, Jr., will officiate. Interment will follow at Rather Cemetery.

Mr. Lister’s survivors include:

Wife: Mrs. Joy L. Lister of Center

Son: Clyde, Jr. and his wife, Barbara, of the The Colony, Texas

Grandchildren: LaKeisha Lister Henry and Clyde, III “Trae” of the The Colony, Texas

Great-grandson: Byron of The Colony, Texas

Sister: Mrs. Odelle L. Coleman of Lawton, Oklahoma

Sisters-in-law: Mrs. Norma A. Lister of Center and Mrs. Robbie L. Clay of Dallas, Texas

Brother-in-law: Booker G. Coleman of Lawton, Oklahoma.

Tommye Ann Morris passed away April 26, 2013 in Lakewood CO at Hospice of St. John. She was born January 26, 1936 in Center, Texas to Weldon Rudd and Johnnie Hammers.

Preceded in death by her mother Johnnie Golden and father Floyd Golden. She is survived by her son Ben Morris of Littleton CO and daughter-in-law Kim and three grandchildren Joshua, Dakota and Savvy Morris; cousins Dan Fleming of Shelbyville, Amy Berry in Austin Tx and Angie Berry of Queens NY.

She was a member of the Roughrider Class of 1953 and she taught for 33 years in the Texas school system, from Ingleside TX to a brief assignment in Louisiana. She has touched many friends and family members’ lives. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Hospice of St. John 1320 Everett Ct. Lakewood, Co. 80215 or www.hospiceofsaintjohn.org in memory of Tommye Morris.

For Memorial Information contact imotgmorris@gmail.com.

Cremation services are being handled by Gordon Funeral and Cremation Services Littleton, CO.

04/26/2013

Johnny Pipes Jr., 71, of Center, passed away Friday, April 26, 2013 at his residence. He was born January 30, 1942 in Center to Johnny Pipes Sr. and Ruby Mae Rains Pipes.

Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, April 28, 2013 at White Rock Cemetery in Center with Bro. Harlan Sparks officiating. A visitation will be held at White Rock Cemetery one hour prior to service time.

He is survived by:

Wife: Annie Pipes of Center

Sons:
Jimmy Pipes and wife, Belinda of Martinsville
Jesse Pipes and wife, Priscilla of Timpson

Daughter: Janie Hoffman of San Augustine

Grandchildren: Jesse Pipes, Jacob Pipes, Jimmy Pipes Jr., Julie Ann Pipes, Joel Pipes, Jennifer Kellum, Josh Kellum, Ricky Burns, Abbigale Burns, Christina Stotts, Jamie Stotts, Zachary Stotts, Dakota Burch, Cali Burch, Casey Burch and Jayden Linder

Numerous great grandchildren

Preceded in death by
Parents: Johnny Pipes Sr. and Ruby Mae Rains Pipes

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

Barbara Janet (Reneau) Stokes, 83 of Nacogdoches, Texas passed away Thursday, April 25, 2013 in Nacogdoches, Texas. she was born February 17, 1930 in Buna, Texas to William L. Reneau and Thena Shoemake Reneau. She was a memeber of Appleby Baptist Church and attended Garrison School.

Visitation will be held at Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas Sunday, April 28, 2013 from 5pm to 8pm. Funeral services will be held at Bethel Baptist Church in Appleby, Texas, Monday, April 29, 2013 at 1pm with Bro. Dennis Anderson to officiate. Internment will follow at Bethel Cemetery, Appleby, Texas.

She is survived by:

Husband: Howard Stokes of Nacogdoches, Texas

Daughter: Marilyn Swick and husband Michael of Garrison, Texas

Grandchildren:
Robby Porter, Marlin Porter and wife Sandra of Nacogdoches, Texas

Step-Daughter: Sandra McMichael of Houston, Texas

Great Grandchildren:
Trenton Porter of Spring
Marla Porter, Britney Porter and Matthew Porter of Nacogdoches, Texas
Alisen Lawrence of Hudson, Texas
Cheyanne Porter of Carthage, Texas

Great-great Grandsons: Kelby and Cole of Nacogdoches, Texas

Brothers:
J.W. Reneau and wife Nola of the Woodlands
Buddy Reneau and wife Marie of Garrison, Texas

Sisters:
Margie Gray of Spring, Texas
Colleen Polk of Nacogdoches, Texas

Sister-in-Laws:
Sue Reneau of Woodlands, Texas
Pat Stokes and husband Charles of Nacogdoches, Texas
Linda Stokes of Tennessee

Many nieces, nephews and a host of friends

Preceded in death by parents, brothers: Billy, Robbie (Duck) and B.J. (Jack) Reneau

Pallbearers: Danny Reneau, Mike Reneau, William Reneau, Bart Reneau, Rockey Reneau, Tim Reneau, Patton Reneau, Larry Reneau, Mark Reneau, Kyle Reneau, and Glen Kirk

In lieu of flowers make donations to Hospice or Lexington Place in Nacogdoches, Texas.

Funeral services under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.

04/25/2013

Billy Joe Nixon, age 75 of Center passed away Saturday morning, April 20, 2013, at Shelby Regional Medical Center.

Family and friends visitation will be held at Community funeral home Chapel from 6pm to 9pm Friday, April 26, 2013. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 27, 2013 at 1pm at Center Triumph Church in Center, Texas with Pastor Marlin Cloudy to officiate. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Center, Texas.

He is survived:

Daughter: Ruby Gaddis, Center

Granddaughter: Cassandra Nixon, Center

Great-Grandsons:
Kamydric Glenn of Center
Zymarion Glenn of Center

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

04/24/2013

Funeral services for Mr. Johnny R. McCoy (89) of Center will be Saturday, April 27, 2013, at St Paul Baptist Church in Center, Texas at 2pm. John died April 20, 2013 at Medical Center Hospital in Nacogdoches, Texas. Bro. Freddie Wilson will be officiating.

Survivors:

Daughter: Shalley (Charles) Standley of Center, Texas.

Grandchildren, Charles D. Standley and Jayaveon J Standley

Visitation will be at Hicks Chapel, Friday, April 26, 2013, from 7p-8p.

Burial will be at West View Cemetery in Center, Texas

Hicks Mortuary and Geter Funeral Home of Orange, Texas announce funeral services for Mrs. Gertha Goodwin (86) of Orange, Texas. Mrs. Goodwin passed away Thursday, April 18, 2013, at The Meadows Nursing Facility in Orange, Texas. Funeral Services will be at St Paul Baptist Church in Center, Texas on April 27, 2013 at 11:00am. Bro. Edward Hill will be officiating. Interment will be at St. John Cemetery

Survivors:

5 Sons, Robert (Hattie) Goodwin of Houston, Texas; Donnie Goodwin of Beaumont, Texas; Wayne (Anitrea) Goodwin of Orange, Texas; Willie Goodwin Jr. of Orange, Texas; and Michael Goodwin of Houston, Texas

Daughter, Janice Goodwin of Orange, Texas

Step Daughter, Barbara Jacobs of Orange, Texas

Sister, Hazel Brown of Longview, Texas

Visitation will be at St. Paul Baptist Church from 9am-11am, Saturday

Lee Edward Waller Sr., 78, of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at his residence. He was born December 31, 1934 in Center to Marvin Waller and Melinda Whiteside Waller. He served in the United States Air Force and was member of Primitive Baptist Church.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 25, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Wayne Painter officiating. Interment will follow at Duncan Cemetery in Shelby County.

Pallbearers will be Michael Cash, Sterling Williams, Dalton Williams, Jason Fletcher, Jimmy McGowen and Lane Pridgen. Honorary pallbearers will be John Walker, Buster Bounds, Weldon Boles, Taylor Fletcher, Gage Cash and Haley Cash.

He is survived by
Wife: Debra Waller of Joaquin

Daughters:
Stephanie Pridgen of Joaquin
Sheena Cash and husband, Michael of Joaquin

Son: Jason Fletcher and wife, Deidra of Mesquite

Grandchildren:
Sterling Williams
Dalton Williams
Taylor Fletcher
Gage Cash
Haley Cash

Numerous other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: Marvin Waller and Melinda Whiteside Waller
Daughter: Cathy Goodwin

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

04/23/2013

We mourn the death and celebrate the life of Charlie Earl Lloyd.

Charlie “Bubba”Lloyd was born December 12, 1949, To Mr. James Henry Lloyd and Mrs. Oreatha Lloyd in Tenaha, Texas. His family later moved to Nacogdoches, TX where he attended Emiline F. Carpenter and E. J. Campbell High School.

In 1971 Charlie moved to Houston, TX, where he was hired at the City of Houston for many years until his health started to fail. Charlie retired from the City of Houston.

Charlie accepted Christ at an early age. In 1975 Charlie met the love of his life, Ms. Patricia Ann Roberts, to this union there was (1) child: Lakindolyn Nicole Lloyd.

Charlie leaves to cherish his memories: His wife Patricia Lloyd, His daughter: Lakindolyn Lloyd and Grandchildren: Shavaria Lloyd and Robert Stewart. (8) Sisters: Janice Lloyd Jacquot (Michael), Carolyn Adams, Cynthia Sharp Jones, Cynthia Newsome (Eddie), Rose Lloyd White, Meldenise Lloyd, Phyllis Field and Freda Williams (Elvin) (9)Brothers: William Lloyd, Willie Lloyd (Larnita), Cliff Lloyd, Royce Lloyd(Diane), John H. Lloyd, Billy Robertson(Carrie), Bruce Lloyd, Chris Goss(Tracy), Farrin Field, (3 )Aunts: Melanise Alexander, Posey Smith and Bennie Smith A host of Nieces, Great-Nieces, Nephews, Great Nephews, Cousin and, other relative, family and friends.

“Charlie is preceded in death with his father: James H. Lloyd His mother: Mrs. Oreatha Lloyd and brother: James A. Lloyd.

Visitation: April 25,2013 6-8 Allen Dave Funeral Home 2103 Cypress Landing Houston, Texas 77090.

Funeral services will be held Saturday April 27, 2013 11:00am at Benford Chapel Baptist Church 126 Martin L King Tenaha,Texas with interment to follow at St.John Cemetery Tenaha,Texas.

Wanda Inez Bando, 65, of West Orange passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at her residence.

She was a native and lifelong resident of Orange; born on August 15, 1947 to parents Ruth Loraine (Armstreet) and Liugh David Risinger. Wanda was a member of First Baptist Church of West Orange. She enjoyed playing cards and she loved spending time with her family. Wanda was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend who will be missed dearly.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sons, Errol Paul Bando Jr., Louis David Bando; sister, Macie Perry.

Wanda is survived by her husband of 45 years, E. Paul Bando Sr. of West Orange; sister, Mavis Elliott of Huxley, TX, Mary Barker of Seagoville, TX; brother, Bacil Risinger and wife, Louise of Mauriceville, TX. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 from 5 pm until 9 pm. at Dorman Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 10 am at the funeral home.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday at 4 pm at Strong Cemetery in Huxley, TX under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Dorman Funeral Home to help the family with funeral expenses. Condolences may be sent for the family at www.dormanfuneralhome.com.

04/22/2013

Randy Lee Hughes, 61, of Center, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2013 at his residence after a courageous battle with cancer.

Graveside Service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at Oaklawn Memorial Park with Bro. Don Murphree officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 23, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born October 12, 1951 in Center, Texas to J.T. and Dolores (Clark) Hughes. He was a plumber in the Center area for many years.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, J.T. and Dolores Hughes and an infant Son, Randy Lee Hughes, Jr.

He is survived by wife: Lisa Lunsford Hughes of Center

Step-son: Danny Bailey, Jr. of Center

Brother & Sister-in-law:
Ronny & Brenda Hughes of Houston
Brother-in-law & Sister-in-law:
Mike & Debby Lunsford of Center

Uncles:
Richard Hughes & wife, Rita of Center
Billy Don Hughes & wife, Janice of Center
Johnny Hughes & wife, Jimmie of Jasper

Aunt:
Marie Humphries of Center

Nephews & Nieces:
Brad Hughes & wife, Melanie of Joaquin
Brent Hughes & wife, Darla of Houston
Carson Hughes of Houston
Paige Hughes of Houston
Kelly Berry & husband, Steven of Shelbyville
Wendy Justus & husband, Levi of Shelbyville
Luke Lunsford of Oklahoma

Numerous Great Nieces, Nephews, Cousins & Friends

Pallbearers: Brad Hughes, Brent Hughes, Carson Hughes, Bob Mooney, Sr., Bob Mooney, Jr. and Danny Paul Bush

Honorary Pallbearers: Brian Mooney, Jody Jernigan, Freddie Watlington & Jason Burch

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

Stephen M. Carroll, 55, of Joaquin, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Shelby Regional Medical Center in Center. He was born September 28, 1957 in Center to Felix Carroll and Oralea Chambliss Carroll. He was of the Baptist faith.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 26, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating.

He is survived by wife: Connie Carroll of Joaquin

Sisters:
Laura Shortell and husband, Mike of Bossier City, Louisiana
Linda Carroll of Logansport, Louisiana
Jakie Keith and husband, Jimmy of Alto

Daughter: Brandi Atkinson and husband, Mike of Joaquin

Grandchildren:
Mikah Atkinson
Gracie Atkinson
Cayden Atkinson

Mother-in-law: Gracie Jean Fancher of Joaquin

A number of nieces, nephews and a host of friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: Felix Carroll and Oralea Chambliss Carroll
Brother: Danny Joe Carroll and Johnny Carroll

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

Jimmy Warr, 64, of Center, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Nacogdoches Medical Center in Nacogdoches. He was born May 9, 1948 in Shelby County to Noah Velt and Nelta Joyce Hooper Warr. He was of the Baptist faith.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, April 22, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Bobby Warr and Bro. Gene Haley officiating. Interment will follow at Old Salem Cemetery in Shelby County.

Pallbearers will be Larry Weaver, Lynn Sowell, Gene Haley, Randall Gilchrist, Brent Windham and Alan Hooper. Honorary pallbearers will be Weston Sowell, Clint Davis, Noah Haley, Jeff Wilburn, Kenneth Hooper and a grandson, who is once again enjoying his Paw-paw’s company, Clint Weaver.

He is survived by
Wife: Elizabeth Warr of Center

Daughters:
Pamela Weaver and husband, Larry of Center
Penny Sowell and husband, Lynn of Center
Paula Haley and husband, Gene of Center

Sister: Helen Windham of Center

Grandchildren:
Lindsey Jenkins and husband, Tommy of Lufkin
Lainey Sowell of Center
Weston Sowell of Center
Gema Haley of Center
Noah Haley of Center

Great Grandchildren:
Clint Davis of Lufkin
Chesney Davis of Lufkin
Paisley Ford of Center

Step Great Grandchildren:
Ashley, Allie and Logan Jenkins

Nephew: Brent Windham of Center

Preceded in death by
Parents: Noah Velt and Nelta Joyce Hooper Warr
Grandson: Clint Weaver

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

04/20/2013

Alicia Deanne Dillard, age 35 of Marietta, Georgia, formerly of Center, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Services will be 10:00 am, Tuesday, April 23, 2013, Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Keith Rose officiating, burial will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Center. Visitation will be Monday evening from 5:00pm until 7:00pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born September 28, 1977 in Center, Texas to parents, Ronnie Dillard& Pamela (Lankford) Dillard. She was a member of White Rock Missionary Baptist Church. Alicia graduated from Center High School in 1996 and she served in the US Air Force.

She is preceded in death by her Mother, Pamela Lankford Wiseman and her Grandfather, Mack Dillard.

She is survived by:

Father & Step-Mother: Ronnie & Linda Dillard of Center

Brother & sister-in-law: Bryan & Jessica Dillard of Center

Sister: Kristen Seale & Jarod Bentley of Center

Brother: Bradley Ballard of Jefferson, Georgia

Sister & Brother-in-law: Leslie & Brandon Griggs of Center

Grandmother: Mildred Dillard of Center

Grandparents: Bob & Elsie Ballard of Conyers, Georgia

Special Friend: Kim Popow of Marietta, Georgia

Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and friends

Pallbearers: Matt Warr, Daryl Bailey, Jody Dillard, John Wesley Dillard, Keith Harris and Doye Cantrell
Honorary Pallbearers: Jarod Bentley & Brandon Griggs

In Lieu of flowers, Family request donations made to American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73123-1718.

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

04/19/2013

Ann Daw, 65, of Center, passed away Friday, April 19, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.

Services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kenneth Verner officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Saturday, April 20, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born February 22, 1948. She was a homemaker and of the Methodist faith.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Douglas & Doris Bush, Brother, Brad Bush, Nephew, Joseph Bush, Nephew, Jon Bush and Great Niece, Macey Bush.

She is survived by:
Husband of 44 years:
Herbert Daw of Center

Brother and Sister-in-law:
Taylor Bush & wife, Joann of Joaquin

Niece:
Jennifer Nichole Strauss of Maryland

Great Nieces:
Jona Taylor Strauss of Maryland
Megan Marie Strauss of Maryland

Best Friend:
Cathy Mills of Broaddus

Numerous Uncles, Aunts, Cousins and Friends
Pallbearers:
Ronnie Borders, Darren Borders, Keith Brown, Bobby McCauley,
Bo Williamson, Lonnie Traxler, Eric Moss and Donnie Borders

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

Kenneth Taylor Sowell, 54, of Center, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at his residence. He was born March 21, 1959 in San Augustine to Ray Sowell and Novis Steptoe Sowell.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 19, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Ronny Luman officiating. Interment will follow at Sowell Cemetery.

He is survived by
Wife: Dorothy Latham Sowell of Center

Daughters:
Rachel Sowell of Center
Ruby Latham Emanis of Rock Island, Tennessee
Christina Clark of Center

Sons:
Keith Clark of Shelbyville
Michael Clark of Joaquin

Grandchildren:
Cheyenne, Justin and Zack Clark
Daniel, Bryan and Dillon Clark
Peyton and Devan Scruggs
Dalton and Hunter Emanis

Mother: Novis Sowell

Sister: Gayle Clark of Wortham

Brothers:
Randy Sowell of Crockett
Chris Sowell of Crockett
Joe Sowell of Austin
Bryan Mahan of Wortham

Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives

Preceded in death by
Father: Ray Sowell
Sister: Shirley Davis
Great Nephew: Joseph Bush

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

I.D. Patton passed away Sunday, April 14, 2013. I.D. know to family and friends as "Nookie" was born July 23, 1933 in Shelby County, Texas to Wyatt and Jennie V. Patton. Both preceded him in death.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Triumph The Church and Kingdom of God in Christ located at 908 Daniels Street, Center with Minister Howard D. Patton officiating. Interment will follow at Thompson Cemetery, Shelbyville, Texas.

He leaves to cherish his memories three daughters, Johnnie (Gerald), Saundra and Sheretta; three sons, Reginald (Meria), Ken (Patsy) and David (Linda); six sisters, Katherine (James) Joyce, Jennie Grisby and children, Hazel (Wyman) Bolton, Mary Jane (Leo) Johnson, Verlene Moore and children and Ernestine (Vinnie) Evans; three brothers, John D (Melva) Patton, Y.T. (Ruth) Patton, J.B. Patton and children; "special" sons, Johnny (Nancy) Gray and Darryl Gray; and "special" daughter, Brandi Bell; and a host of family and friends.

Preceding him in death are his wife, Asie Lee Patton; children Kevin, Donald, Bernitha and Raymond; siblings Elma Richards, Wyatt, Jr., Charlene, Christobel, and Carlton; a very special nephew and best friend Elfinis (Bubba) McClure.

Active Pallbearers will be Friends of the family; Honorary Pallbearers are brothers and nephews; and Flower Bearers are friends of the family.

Arrangements by Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.

04/18/2013

Juanita Rhodes Green of Timpson, TX, was born on August 5, 1921 in the Buena Vista community to William Thomas and Lydia (Bowlin) Rhodes. She departed to her Heavenly Home on April 17, 2013, at 91 years of age after a brief illness. Visitation will be at Taylor Funeral Home in Timpson on Friday, April 19, 2013, 6:00 – 8:00 PM. The funeral will be officiated by grandson Kyle Green and Bro. Roy Platt at the Tennessee Presbyterian Church on Saturday, April 20, 2013, at 11:00 AM. Interment will be in Tennessee Cemetery. Juanita’s grandsons will be pallbearers.

Juanita was reared and attended school in Timpson and Mexia, graduating from Mexia High School in 1939. She married her childhood sweetheart, John Perry Green on December 27, 1939. Their holy union produced four children. They were helpmates to one another for 54 years until his death on April 4, 1994. Together they ran a dairy, poultry farm, tomato farm, raised cattle and horses, and pursued other various agricultural endeavors. The love of the land and anything agriculturally based continues with their descendants.

Juanita and John Perry lived a Christian life as an example for their children. Among the numerous examples, they opened their home to friends and family from the Timpson area who came to Houston to help in the war effort during World War II.

Juanita loved family history and was instrumental in establishing the Timpson Area Genealogical and Heritage Society, of which she was a charter member. She was member of the Tennessee Presbyterian Church, and a member of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas. She was an active mother in all of her children’s interests and activities. The 4-H organization recognized her as an outstanding leader.

After John Perry’s death, she enjoyed traveling the United States. Even when physically unable to travel, Juanita continued to learn about new places through her “talking books.” Juanita had an amazing memory, and would entertain her family with stories of her ancestors and childhood. She was known for her “snake” stories. Juanita was an excellent cook and her family has fond memories of her fried chicken and yeast rolls.

She is welcomed Home by her parents Tom and Lydia Rhodes; her husband, John Perry Green and his parents Nubern and Pearl Green; stepfather Bolen Riley; brother and sister-in-law, Preston and Yvonne Rhodes; brother-in-law, George Thomas Green; sister-in-law, Katherine Cassidy; daughter-in-law, Virginia Green; granddaughter-in-law, Connie Brunson; nephew Paul Wayne Rhodes; and three great-grandsons.

Juanita leaves behind her children: Tempie Pike and husband David of Timpson; Jerry Green of Timpson; Jeanie Rhodes and husband J.T. of Timpson; Mike Green and wife Barbara of Timpson. Her grandchildren: Tara Rogers and husband Gene of Columbus, Ohio; Rusty Brunson and wife Jackie of New Braunfels, TX; Shane Green and wife Ashley of Dacula, GA; Cade Green and wife Jana of Logansport, LA; Cole Green and wife Tiffany of Pendergrass, GA; Rowdy Green of Timpson; Robbie Rhodes of Timpson; Jason Rhodes and wife Shadow of Timpson; Treva Rhodes of Timpson; Craig Green and wife Gracie of Timpson; Kerry Costello and husband Bob of Ft. Mead, MD; Misty Hudspeth and husband Jerry of Timpson; Kyle Green and wife Amanda of Princeton, TX and 24 Great-Grandchildren.

Juanita’s final words in this world…..”We were so blessed to have each other for so long.”

To convey condolences on line, please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.

04/17/2013

Johnnie English Wilburn, 68, of Orange, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at Woodland Heights Medical Center in Lufkin. She was born March 3, 1945 in Shelby County to Lynn English and Bernice Payne English. Ms. Wilburn retired from Little Cypress ISD after 32 years of service. She was a member of Dreka Pentecostal Church.

Visitation will held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 19, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Kerry Green officiating. Interment will follow at Duncan Cemetery in Shelbyville.

Pallbearers will be Keith Wilburn, Ronald Wilburn, Timbo Wilburn, Jimbo Campbell, Lloyd Campbell and Pete Campbell. Honorary pallbearers will be Phillip Scarborough, Pat Scarborough, Frankie Anthony, Mitchell Anthony, Mark Anthony, Robert Wagstaff, Greg Wilburn, Roger Wagstaff, Brad Wilburn and John Wilburn.

She is survived by
Husband of 50 years: Elmer Ray Wilburn of Orange

Son: Jeffery Wilburn and wife, Karen of Shelbyville

Daughters:
Loretta Daniels and husband, Chad of Orange
Sandy Robinson of Nacogdoches

Grandchildren:
Aaron Wilburn
Daron Wilburn
Skylar Daniels
Dylan Daniels

Great Grandchild:
Kylie Wilburn

Sisters:
Vernell English of Orange
Ara Belle Anthony of Center
Bobbie Campbell and husband, Crit of Shelbyville
Judy English of Orange

Brothers-in-law and Sisters-in-law:
Judy and Danny Scarborough of Huxley
Bobby and Cora Wilburn of Joaquin
Gerald and Jeff Wilburn of Orange
Price and Donna Wilburn of Center
Earl and Louise Wagstaff of Dreka

A number of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends

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

04/16/2013

Jim Hohimer, 71, of Huxley, passed away Monday, April 15, 2013 at his residence. He was born June 15, 1941 in Springfield, Illinois to Fieldon Hohimer and Cecil Michaelson Hohimer.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Interment will be held at a later date at Rose Hill Cemetery in Petersburg, Illinois.

He is survived by
Mother of his children, Jeannie Hohimer

Sons:
Jimmy Hohimer of Huxley
Kirk Hohimer and wife, Sherry of Franklin, Tennessee
Bobby Hohimer and wife, Amy of Lebanon, Tennessee

Grandchildren:
Elizabeth
Allison
Breann
Carlos
Kalei

Brothers:
David Hohimer and wife, Margaret
Mark Hohimer and wife, Kathy
Keith Hohimer and wife, Pat

Numerous nieces and nephews

Preceded in death by
Parents: Fieldon Hohimer and Cecil Michaelson Hohimer
Brother: Doug Hohimer
Sister: Pat Lasko

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

04/15/2013

George Kevin Hathorn, age 56, passed away peacefully in his home in Garland, TX, Wednesday, April 10, 2013. Kevin was born to Margaret Smith Hathorn and the late Carl M. Hathorn, Jr. He was the grandson of the late Opal and Hubern Smith, and Dale and Carl M. Hathorn, Sr. of Center. He was preceded in death by his brother, Carl Marcus Hathorn. He is survived by his mother, Margaret Hathorn of Center, two sisters, Suzanne Hathorn and Colleen Hathorn Hetherington of Garland, TX, a brother, Wallis L. Hathorn and his two daughters, Michaela and Mariska Hathorn of Bedford, Texas, and a number of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Kevin was born in Center, Texas on March 6, 1957. He attended Center schools through the 4th grade and graduated high school at Seoul American High School, Seoul, Korea, in June 1975. He attended the University of Texas-Austin and Texas State Technical College in Waco, where he received an Associate’s degree in Computer Science. He was a computer programmer with AT&T in Dallas. Kevin was honored by AT&T for a computer program he created saving AT&T millions of dollars.

Kevin enjoyed a lifelong passion for music. He played bass guitar with a small band in Dallas as well as acoustic guitar, violin and had recently begun the study of the Harpejji.

Kevin maintained lifelong friendships with classmates. One friend from his high school days described him “as a kind and gentle person, quiet and thoughtful”and another as “the most honorable man I’ve ever known.”

A memorial honoring Kevin was held by his co-workers at AT&T. A private graveside service will be scheduled at a later date.

Friends who wish to remember Kevin are asked to do so by supporting the American Heart Association. Kevin’s family wishes to thank you for the many calls and emails that have been so kind and supportive.

A funeral service for Mrs. Florence “Noogen” Reeh, age 88, of Carthage, TX, will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, at Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Don Sides of Wildwood Church of Christ officiating. A graveside service will follow at 3 p.m. at Turner Branch Cemetery in Spurger, TX. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Mrs. Reeh passed away on Sunday morning, April 14, 2013, at Carthage Healthcare Center in Carthage.

Florence Faye Stone Reeh, nicknamed “Noogen”, was born on Apr. 27, 1924, in Kirbyville, TX to James Eli and Nancy Phillips Stone. She lived in Silsbee, TX for many years and she and her family were members of the Church of Christ. Her education includes high school, OJT accounting, in Orange, TX, journalism courses, and radio and communications courses at Port Arthur College and Lamar University. She received secretarial training at Henderson Business College, several earned certificates in finance and accounting. During WWII, she worked in Orange in the shipyard in the personnel office. At the end of the war, she married Earnest Tucker and the two resided in Silsbee until his death in 1961. After remarriage, she worked at the various radio stations along side her husband Douglas assisting with advertising sales and in the office. During the 80’s, she worked at South Hampton Refinery in Silsbee. She then worked at the Overton Press for several years as the editor and in the composing department. She and her husband purchased the Timpson & Tenaha News in 1993 and worked as co-publishers and she as the editor. Three years later, in 1996, they purchased a second paper in Logansport and Joaquin and ran both papers until September 2000 when the Logansport Joaquin Tribune was sold. She enjoyed attending many events in Timpson and Tenaha at the civic arenas and the schools. The Reeh’s were grateful for the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people in Shelby County with whom they formed a warm friendship and bond. She retired only after selling the paper in 2010.

Florence and Doug were members of the Timpson and Shelby County Chambers of Commerce and the Tenaha Businessmen’s Club. Her favorite articles to write in the newspaper were “Tales of Two Cities” and “Just Curious”. She was also very active for many years in the Rusk County Poetry Society, having served throughout the years as President and as secretary. Through the society, she had several poems published. She had many short stories and news articles published in several Texas and Louisiana newspapers. After retirement, she was even more active in church activities and classes and truly enjoyed the fellowship with her friends and members of the Church of Christ in Carthage.

Mrs. Reeh was preceded in death by her husband, Earnest Tucker who passed away in 1961; her husband Douglas Reeh who passed away in 2008; her parents; brothers, Ben Jack Kelley and Claude Stone; and sisters, Frances Kelley Reeves and Essie Stone Hicks.

Mrs. Reeh is survived by her children, Nancy Alexander and husband Lynn of Carthage, TX and Ben Tucker and wife Cindy of Haslet, TX; step-children, Kathy Dodson and husband Bobby of Port Lavaca, TX, Daryl Reeh of Port Lavaca, TX, and Galen Reeh and wife Derelyn of Round Rock, TX; grandchildren, Lee Anne Sharpe and husband Patrick of Carthage, Charlie Taylor of Carthage, Ben Tucker, Jr. and wife Amber of Carthage, and Amanda Riley and husband Jeremy of Breckenridge, TX; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Kelsey, and Kolbey Sharpe, Kylee, Cason, and Knox Tucker, Canon and Cailyn Taylor, and Azure Riley; step-grandchildren, Justin and Craig Reeh of Round Rock and Kyle Russell of Port Lavaca. Many special nieces and nephews, Ashley, Regan, and Kennedy Stanley, who have given special care and love to Florence’s beloved pet, “Honey”. She is also survived by her treasured friends and loving nurses and staff at Carthage Health Care Center and Heart’s Way Hospice. Special thanks to each of them from the family. She is also survived by so many who were faithful to visit, call, and send cards while she was in the nursing center.

Serving as pallbearers are Patrick Sharpe, Kolbey Sharpe, Charlie Taylor, Ben Tucker, Jr., Dennis Wolf, and Tom Bales. Serving as an honorary pallbearer is Ronnie Taylor.

If desired, memorials may be made to the Carthage Church of Christ, 1309 W. Panola, Carthage, TX 75633, Timpson Volunteer Ambulance Service, or Timpson Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 492, Timpson, TX 75975.

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

04/14/2013

Jimmy Renfro, 69, of Center, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2013 at his residence.

Services will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Bruce Kunkle officiating. Burial will follow at White Rock Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday, April 15, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born February 20, 1944 in Shelby County to Jody Lee Renfro and Aleta (Williams) Renfro. He was a member of the First Pentecostal Church of Joaquin. He was a truck driver and he also owned and operated Renfro Floor Cleaning & Janitorial Services.

He is preceded in death by his Father, Jody Renfro, Mother, Aleta Livingston, Son, James Lee Renfro, Brother, James “Bubba” Livingston, Brother, James Donice Livingston, Brother-in-law, Jerry Hendricks, Brother-in-law, Stanley Hendricks, Sister-in-law, Joy Bailey, Sister-in-law, Patsy Adams and Special Friend and Brother-in-law, Herman Bailey.

He is survived by:

Wife of 47 years: Barbara (Hendricks) Renfro of Center

Son: Vernon Renfro & wife, Diantha of Center
Son: Lonnie Cockrell & wife, Lesley of Center

Grandchildren: Jessica Renfro, Jennifer Lea Renfro, Christopher Renfro, Justin Renfro & Joshua Renfro, Bryce Cockrell & Reese Cockrell

Brother: Richard “Buddy” Livingston of Center

4 Sisters:
Doris Martin of Center
Charlsey Emanis & husband, Ronnie of Center
Sharon Damaio & husband, Roger of Floral City, FL
Linda Bridges of Tenaha

Brothers-in-law & Sisters-in-law:
LaWayne Hendricks & wife, Beverly of Center
James “Bud” Hendricks of Center
Larry Hendricks & wife, Beverly of Center
Sheila Eubank of Shelbyville
Rebecca Windham & husband, David of Center
James Adams of Joaquin
Barbara Livingston of Center
Rita Hendricks of Center
Linda Hendricks

Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins & Friends

Pallbearers: Matt Williams, Wayne Hendricks, David Eubank, Jon Sims, J.T. Moon & Glen Hutto

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

Mrs. Westerfield Nichols, of Center, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2013 at her home. She was born on October 13, 1924 in Lufkin to Lonzy and Gabiel Wright. She was a member of Mt. Calvary Full Gospel Church of Shelbyville.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Windham and Bro. Lamar Denby officiating. Interment will follow at East Hamilton Cemetery in East Hamilton.

Pallbearers will be Samuel Coleman Nichols, Curtis Nichols, Jessie Carl Nichols, Danny Nichols, Christopher Dale Nichols, Michael Nichols and Judd Nichols. Honorary pallbearers will be David Whiteside II and Luther Bradshaw.

She is survived by
Daughters:
Josephine Nichols “Sissie” of Center
Joy Bradshaw and husband, Tommy of Nacogdoches

Sons:
Robert Nichols and wife, Sandra of Center
W.A. Nichols and wife, Brenda of Center
William Allen Nichols of Center
Pat Nichols of Center

Special Sister: Vera Nichols Wilson of Marshall

Grandsons:
Samuel Coleman Nichols and wife, Becky of Center
Christopher Dale Nichols and wife, Angel of Houston
Robert Allen Nichols and wife, Peggy of Center
Curtis Nichols and wife, Karissa of Krosby
Jessie Carl Nichols of Houston
Danny Nichols and wife, Dotty of Houston
Tony Gibbs of El-Campo
Pat Nichols and ex-wife, Lisa Kettler of Center

Granddaughters:
Alice Joy Risinger “Polly” of Nacogdoches
Laurie Jean Sutherland “Lolly” of Nacogdoches
Lavina Kay Whiteside “Pee Wee” of Nacogdoches
Patsy Baty of Houston
Melissia Gale Nichols of Center
Lisa Kettler of Center
Penny Scarbrough and husband, Andy of Conroe
Sherry Duval and husband, James of Marion, Iowa

Forty-nine Great Grandchildren; Nineteen Great Great Grandchildren

Brothers:
Harold Wright and wife, Gene of Houston
Vice Gene Wright and wife, Earlene of Conroe

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends

Special friends:
Troy Risinger
Becky Nichols
Charla Foster
Sue Pardon
Margie Doggett
Betty Mae and Jimmy Rhame
Brenda Hogue

Preceded in death by
Husband: Alton “Buddy” Nichols
Sons: Herbert Laird Nichols “Bubba”, J.C. Nichols
Sister: Emma Lena Carpenter
Brothers: Roy Buvis Wright, L.B. Wright, Chester Wright
Sister-in-law: Allie Mae Wright, Bernice Brittain, Velma Gray Nichols, Myrtle Stephens
Brother-in-law: Jimmy Wayne Nichols, Carl Stephens
Granddaughter: Tabitha Risinger
Grandsons: Jody Ivan Nichols, Tommy Jean Nichols and Casey Whiteside
Nephew: David Wright
Parents: Lonzy and Gabiel Wright

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

04/13/2013

Frances Kathleen (Sparks) Maxwell, age 94, longtime resident of San Augustine, passed from this life on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, in San Augustine.

Frances was born to Audra (Ford) Sparks and Ernest Sparks on March 5, 1919, in San Augustine, Texas. She graduated from San Augustine High School in 1937. Thereafter attending Business School. She served as President of the Home Life Insurance Company in San Augustine for many years. She was a member of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, past member of the Eastern Star Chapter, Past City Council Person, was Mayor Pro tem for the City of San Augustine, Past member of the Chamber of Commerce, and Past Member of the Deep East Texas Council of Governments, and Past Board Member of Directors for First National Bank in Center. She was a member of the Christian Science.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, April 12, 2013, in the Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with interment following in the Liberty Hill Cemetery in San Augustine. Visitation will be Thursday, April 11, 2013 from the hours of 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Wyman Roberts.

Those left to cherish her memory include, Grandson: Jason Wells and his wife Shelly of San Augustine; Granddaughters: Jeanna Wells Penick and her husband, Martin of Nacogdoches and Paula Wells of Nacogdoches; Great-grandchildren: Brady Wells, Casey Wells, Brandt Wells, Laura Penick, and Leslie Penick; Sisters: Betty Jean Cartwright of San Augustine and Claudine Selden of San Augustine; Sister-in-law: Agnes Sparks of San Augustine; along with numerous nieces and nephews, along with a special care-taker and friend; Rachel Renfroe of San Augustine.

She is preceded in death by her husband, David Maxwell; daughter, Ernestine Weaver Wells; her parents; Audra (Ford) Sparks and Ernest Sparks; Sister, Marie Roberts Lawrence; brothers, Beeman Sparks; Hugh Sparks, and LeRoy Sparks.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Daughters of the Republic of Texas or to the Christian Science Church.

Online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts

04/12/2013

Gene Deal, 77, of Del Norte, Colorado and longtime resident of Center, Texas, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2013 at the Rio Grande Hospital in Del Norte, Colorado. For the past 15 months, Gene had several strokes. Gene was a pharmacist for over 50 years and was loved by many friends.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

He is survived by
Wife, Marsha Deal of Del Norte, Colorado

Son, Warren Deal of Del Norte, Colorado

Daughter, Stephanie Jonker and husband Mark of Shreveport, Louisiana

Seven Grandchildren

Exie Lou Waterhouse, 74 of Center passed away Wednesday evening, April 10, 2013 at Herman Memorial Hospital in Houston, Texas. Visitation will be held noon to 1pm Saturday, April 13, 2013 at St. Paul Baptist Church, Center, Texas. Interment will be at St. John Cemetery, Center, Texas with Pastor Freddie Wilson officiating.

She is survived by:

Husband, Joe Willie Waterhouse of Center

Sisters: Iva Lou Aldridge and Gretude Bouiser, both of Austin, Texas

Brothers: L.B. Suell and wife Mary of Center and Oddie B. Suell of Phoenix, Arizona

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

C.B. Clark, 79 of Center formerly of Tyler, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2013 in Tyler. Services will be held at 2pm Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Center Triumph, Center, Texas. Interment will be at Westview Cemetery, Center with Prince Howard Cloudy officiating.

He is survived by:

Wife, Mae Bell Clark of Dallas, Texas

Daughters:
Pamela Garrett of Dallas, Texas
Jennifer Ann Clark of Dallas, Texas
Shonda Clark of Tyler, Texas

Sons:
Billy Edwards of Dallas, Texas
Cacedric Ross of Center, Texas

Brothers:
Cleveland Clark of Houston, Texas
J.T. Clark and wife Mollie of Center, Texas

11 Grand Children

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

04/11/2013

Cody Lane Herrin, 28, of Longview, passed away April 2nd, 2013. He was born September 22, 1994 to Tammy Hudson Marlowe. Services were held at Rader Funeral Home Thursday, April 4th, 2013 and he was laid to rest in Rosewood Park.

Cody is survived by:
Wife: Ciara Herrin and sons, Trip and Cason of Longview

Mother: Tammy Hudson Marlowe of Timpson

Brothers: Christopher "Cribby" Herrin and wife Cynthia, David Williams and wife Katie, and Doug Williams all of Longview

Grandmother: Linda Askins and husband Charles of Timpson

Grandfather: Glen Hudson of Timpson

Uncles: Marty Hudson of Gladewater and Jeffery Glen Hudson of Logansport, La.

Great Aunts: Gwen Billingsley, Cindy Summers and Judy Ramsey all of Timpson and a host of cousins and friends

Special friends: Carla and Kenny

He is preceded in death by great grandparents: Jack and Minnie Lee Hudson and Arthur and Emma Milford

Services under the directions of Rader Funeral Home of Longview.

Lessie Lorene Belrose, 84, of the Sardis Community of Shelby County, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at Pine Grove Nursing Home in Center. She was born May 22, 1928 in Shelby County to Lloyd Carlton Belrose and Cecil Willoughby Belrose. Mrs. Belrose was a member of Sardis Pentecostal Church in the Sardis Community of Shelby County.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 12, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Sardis Cemetery with Bro. Todd Jenkins officiating.

She is survived by
Brothers:
J.E. Belrose and wife, Karen of Huxley
Roe Belrose of Joaquin

Special Sister-in-law: Zannie Gay Belrose of Sardis

A number of nieces, nephews and cousins

A host of friends

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

Funeral service for Barbara Brossette Gibson, 84, of Timpson, TX, will be at 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 13, 2013, at First Baptist Church, Timpson, with Dr. Josh Walters officiating. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM, Saturday, also at First Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson. Mrs. Gibson passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2013, in McComb, Mississippi.

Born January 28, 1929, in Garrison, TX, Barbara Brossette Gibson was the daughter of the late Archie Benton Brossette and Sarah Billingsly Brossette. She spent her early childhood in Logansport, LA, and then the family moved to South Louisiana – Ville Platte, Port Barre, and New Iberia. They returned to Logansport where Barbara graduated from high school in 1946. She then attended beauty school in Shreveport, LA, and worked as a hairdresser for a short time and as a waitress at the White Way Cafe. It was while working at the cafe that she met an electrical highline man, E. H. “Bink” Gibson, and they were married October 5, 1947.

Barbara and Bink lived on a dairy where they enjoyed raising their three kids. After rearing three successful and productive children, they moved to Timpson, TX, where Barbara lived for the past 33 years. She was very involved at First Baptist Church, Timpson, and served on many committees. She also volunteered with the RSVP program. Even though she was busy, she always had time to be a loving grandmother and great grandmother. For the last 17 months, Barbara had lived in McComb, MS.

Survivors include her son Benton Gibson and wife Jane of McComb, MS; daughters Hope Gibson of St. Croix, USVI, and Robin Crawford and Duncan Connell of Timpson; granddaughters: Monica Kirchmer, and Amy Allen; grandsons: Russ Gibson, Patrick Gibson, Greg Gibson, Neel Gibson, Kyle Allen, and Jordan Jones; and great grandchildren: Ann Elise and Jax Kirchmer; Trace, Jillian, and Lylah Gibson; and Taylor, Tyler, and Taran Morris.

In addition to her parents, Barbara Brossette Gibson was preceded in death by husband E. H. “Bink” Gibson and sister Gloria B. Rogers.

Memorial donations may be made to Timpson Volunteer Fire Department of Timpson Volunteer Ambulance Service. To convey condolences online please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangements.

T. Deloyd Livingston, 88, of Center, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at Shelby Regional Medical Center in Center. He was born September 9, 1924 in Waterman to Willis Livingston and Lois Iva Samford Livingston. Mr. Livingston retired from AEP/SWEPCO. He was a member of Kiwanis Club of Center and SWEPCO Union. He held various roles within the First Assembly of God Church in Center and was a member of Central Baptist Church in Center for the past ten years.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 12, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Danny Dodson, Bro. Charles Wigley and Bro. Carl Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be Gary Mize, Billy Bob McAdams, Michael Tinison Livingston, Jimmy Livingston, Jerry Livingston, Randolph Lout and Ricky Livingston. Honorary pallbearers will be Buck Williams, Kenneth Allen, Scott Watson, George Jones, Phillip McCarty and the Men of Central Baptist Church.

He is survived by
Wife: Joy Livingston of Center

Daughters:
Joyce Putnam and husband, Larry of Dallas
Dana June Fuller of Nacogdoches

Step Daughter: Jennifer Golden and husband, Larry of Houston

Step Sons:
Johny Covington and wife, Tammie of Center
Jason Covington and wife, Michelle of Center

Grandchildren:
Celeste Putnam of Dallas
Crystal Fuller of Nacogdoches

Step Grandchildren:
Jacob Covington
Jaxon Covington
Jace Covington
Justin Golden
Joanna Golden
Jana Keele and husband, Ryan
Joel Covington

Sister: Anna Rose Cox of Orange

Brother: Michael Livingston and wife, Sharon of Sour Lake

Sister-in-law: Jean Livingston of Jasper

Numerous nieces, nephews and other family

Preceded in death by
Parents: Willis Tinison Livingston and Iva Lois Samford Livingston
Wife: Margie Livingston, Mother of his children
Brothers: Ben Livingston, Leon Livingston and Thurman Livingston
Sister: Delorice Hughes

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

04/09/2013

Kenneth Joe Ferguson, 63, of Center, passed away Tuesday, April 09, 2013 at his residence after a sudden illness.

Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. James Higginbotham officiating. Burial will follow at Sholar Cemetery in Joaquin. Visitation will be Friday, April 12, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born October 30, 1949 in Shelby County to Kenneth Elbert and Dorothy Lee (Reho) Ferguson.
He served in the US Army during Vietnam. He was a member of the Nazarene Church, Center, Texas.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, Elbert & Dot Ferguson, Daughter, Melissa Ferguson, Infant Son, Kenneth Joe Ferguson, Jr., Infant Son, Michael Dean Ferguson, Sister, Judy Pollock & Sister, Nancy Bass.

He is survived by:
Wife:
Ann Ferguson of Center
Son:
Kenneth Jay Ferguson of Center
Grandson:
Logan Duke of Center
Sisters:
Margie Coleman & husband, Marshall of Kirbyville
Debbie Jones & husband, Tom of Orangeville
Brother:
Royce Ferguson & wife, Polly of Henderson
Brothers-in-law:
Elmer Gilley of Jasper
Johnny Gilley & wife, Wanda of Jasper
Marvin Gilley of Kirbyville
Everett Gilley & wife, Jimmie of Kirbyville
Sister-in-law:
Yvonne Cole of Beaumont
Numerous Nieces & Nephews

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

David Lindley, 68, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.

Memorial Service will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, April 11, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Billy Windham and Bro. B.J. Windham officiating. Memorial Visitation will be Wednesday, April 10, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born January 23, 1945 in San Antonio, Texas to Clinton Albert and Ruby Lee (Bruner) Lindley. He worked for Baker Marine as a supervisor and he also worked as a watch repairmen for many years. He was a member of the New Harmony Missionary Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, Clinton and Ruby Lindley, Sister, Valda Aline Young, Sister, Erma Ruth Hawkins & Sister, Dortha Lois Fraizer.

He is survived by:
Wife:
Barbara Sample Lindley of Shelbyville
3 Sons:
James Lindley & wife, Sandra of Center
Clint Lindley & wife, Michelle of Grand Cane, LA
Travis Lindley & wife, Felicia of Henderson, Nevada

Grandchildren:
Jamie Lindley & wife, Amy
Robert Lindley & wife, Jennifer
Christian Fayeth Lindley
David Allen Lindley

Great Grandchildren:
Madalyn & Robert V. “Beaux” Lindley, Jr.
Baby Lindley (expected arrival, October 2013)

Sister:
Mildred Moretti of San Antonio

Twin Sister:
Dianna K. Foster

Brother-in-law & Sisters-in-law:
Vickie Sample Martin of Shelbyville
David & Sandi Sample of Center

Numerous Nieces & Nephews

In lieu of flowers, Please make donations to New Harmony Missionary Baptist Church, C/O Carol Windham, 390 CR 2816, Shelbyville, Texas 75973

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

James Leon Foster, 91, of Center, passed away Monday, April 8, 2013 at Green Acres Nursing Home in Center.  He was born October 10, 1921 in Belmont, Louisiana to Earnest Foster and Blanche Davis Jones. 

Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating.  Interment will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery in Center.

Pallbearers will be Roger Clifton, Dexter Vaughn, Danny Windham, Brett Sims, Ruston Bush and Wayne Jones.

He is survived by
Sister: Elaine Yarbrough of Tenaha

Brother: Harden Jones of Center

Grandchildren:
Regina Heiman
Jonathan Brimer
Sheila Stotts

A number of nieces and nephews

A host of friends

Preceded in death by
Children: Anthony Ray Foster, Tony Foster and James Lee Foster
Parents: Earnest Foster and Blanche Davis Jones
Sister: Marie Coombs
Brothers: Lavell Jones, Elbert Jones and R.H. Jones

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

04/08/2013

Yvonne Baker was born in Timpson, Texas on July 26, 1926. She was 86 years old when she passed away in Center, Texas on April 6, 2013.

She grew up in Timpson, Texas and graduated from Timpson High School. She worked as a teller at Cotton Belt State Bank and later as an insurance agent with the Morrison Insurance Agency managing their Timpson office until retirement. She was a member of Timpson Missionary Baptist Church in Timpson.

Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Shady Grove Cemetery in Timpson with Bro. Jack Smith officiating.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Harold L. Baker; parents, William Thomas “Tom” Baker and Arie Richards Baker; sisters, Erel Baker Laake, Uradee Baker Dockrell, and Thelma Baker Moore; brother, Walter Thomas “Jack” Baker and one niece, Shelba Rhodes.

She leaves behind her son, Phillip H. Baker and his wife, Janell Baker of Timpson; three grandchildren, Phyllis Goodwin, Janet Welch and Cole Baker; two great-grandchildren, Kearsten Clark and Geoffrey Dubea; sister, Katie Baker; nephews, Tommy Moore and Ronnie Cole; niece, Avie Rhodes; nine great nieces and nephews and six great-great nieces and nephews.

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

Linda Kay Brittain, 52, of Center, passed away Monday, April 8, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with her Son, Aaron Williams officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 9, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born April 27, 1960 in Shelby County, Texas to John Franklin Brittain, Sr. and Ethel Mae (Langston) Brittain.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, John & Ethel Brittain, Brother, Robert Allen Brittain & Brother, James William Brittain.

She is survived by:

Special Friend & Fiancé: Robert Cooper of Center

Son: Aaron Wayne Williams & wife, Nichole of Beckville

Step-Daughter: Michelle Price & husband, Chris of Beckville

4 Grandchildren:
Nevaeh Lea Williams
Aaron Wayne Williams, Jr.
Ayden Wesley Williams
Natalie Jordan

Step-Grandson: Mason Price

Brother: John Franklin Brittain, Jr. & wife, Jeanette of Lufkin

Brother: Gary Lee Brittain & wife, Diana of Nacogdoches

Brother: Jack Bruce Brittain of Center

Sister: Brenda Fay Sowell & husband, Marvin of Center

Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins & Friends

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

Walter James “Bud” Hitt of Houston, Texas passed away Sunday, April 7, 2013 after a year-long battle with cancer. He often described a vision he had of a golden chariot with fancy wheels flying him to heaven at the speed of light. Undoubtedly, Walter boarded that chariot on Sunday morning.

Born in December 19, 1927 in Shelbyville, Texas, Walter was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Addie Hitt, his wife Lorene Lear Hitt, his brother Charles “Slick” Hitt, and sisters Era Jo Birdwell, Bernice Cassell, Verna “Honey” Mott, and Claudia Sims. Surviving Bud are son Stephen and wife Mary Margaret Hitt, daughter Sherri Diane Stamper, grandchildren Tera and husband Patrick Theriot, Annie Hitt and husband Alex Mesa, and Mitchell Hitt. Also surviving him is wife Mamie Hitt and three great grandchildren Kameron Mesa, Nathan Mesa, and Garrett Theriot, and sister Norma Lout. Walter has numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Mr. Hitt proudly served in the United States Army following World War II in Tokyo, Japan, and after the war, he worked and a retired from Armco Steel as a millwright. Bud was a wonderful handyman particularly with his carpentry skills making many pieces of furniture for family and friends. In addition, he was a member of Irvington Pentecostal Church in Houston. He was raised in and often attended the First United Pentecostal Church of Center. Walter loved his Lord and proudly witnessed to anyone whom he met including the staff and fellow patients at Windsong Village Convalescent Home in Pearland, Texas.

The family appreciates the loving care extended to him over the last year by the staff of Windsong Village.

Visitation will be 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center, Texas. The celebration of Walter’s life will be on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at Watson & Sons Funeral Home, 1554 State Highway 7 East, Center, Texas 75935, 936-598-4331.

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

Crystallyn Brandi Edwards, 42 of Garrison, Texas passed away Sunday, April 7, 2013 in Garrison, Texas. She was born November 29, 1970 in Carthage, Texas to Mac Samford and Sharon Hudson Samford. She received her teaching certification from Stephen F. Austin State Univeristy and taught school at Garrison ISD.

Visitation for family and friends will be held at Garrison Funeral Home Monday, April 8, 2013 from 5pm to 7pm. Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at 11am at Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Timpson, Texas with Bro. Cliff Hughes to officiate. Burial will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery in Timpson, Texas.

She is survived by husband: Johnny Edwards of Garrison, Texas

Son: Turner Edwards of Garrison, Texas

Daugther: Caroline Edwards of Garrison, Texas

Parents: Mac and Sharon Samford of Timpson, Texas

Brother: Jason Samford and wife Christine of Porter, Texas

Grandmother: Tommie Jean Bass of Garrison, Texas

Mother-in-Law: Shirlene Edwards of Garrison, Texas

Brother-in-Law: Andy Edwards of Garrison, Texas

Niece: Camron Samford of Porter, Texas

Nephew: Wesley Samford of Porter, Texas

Host of other aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends

Pallbearers: Joe Hudson, Andrew Worsham, Steve Kimbrough, Clint Ramsey, Jared Kimbrough, and Jeremy Kimbrough.

Preceded in death by: father-in-law Steve Edwards, Grandfather Lem Hudson, and grandparents: W.J. and Rachel Samford.

Funeral services are under the directionof Garrison Funeral Home, Garrison, Texas.

Buddy Fountain, 44, of Center, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2013 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.

Services will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Old Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 9, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born November 18, 1968 in Orange, Texas to Billy Wayne and Carmel (Stanley) Fountain.

He is preceded in death by Father, Billy Wayne Fountain, Grandparents, Bill & Lessie Fountain & Doyle & Marie Stanley.

He is survived by:
4 Children:
Raeny Rodgers of Houston
Jonathan Fountain of Minnesota
Samantha Fountain of Center
Matthew Fountain of Center
Mother:
Carmel Fountain of Center
Sister:
Shannon Gibbs of Center
Twin Brother:
Billy Fountain of Center
Ramona Coleman & husband, Eddie of Virginia
Nieces & Nephews:
Justin & Kelsey Gibbs
Billy Jr. & Charles Fountain
Chris Coleman
Numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins & Friends

Donations can be at Mangum Funeral Home, 420 San Augustine St., Center, Texas, 936-598-3341 or an account in Buddy Fountain’s name has been setup at Shelby Saving Bank 111 Selma St. Center, Texas 75935, 936-598-5688, to help funeral cost.

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

Funeral service for Carlos Jerry Adams, 83, of Timpson, TX, will be at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, April 9, 2013, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Justin Coburn officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson, with Masonic gravside rites. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, Tuesday, at Timpson Missionary Baptist Church preceding the service. Mr. Adams passed away Sunday, April 7, 2013, in Garrison, TX.

Born May 8, 1929, in Ardmore, OK, Carlos Jerry Adams was the son of the late Frank Lemon Adams and Velma Cheeves Adams. Jerry was reared on a farm in Oklahoma, owned his own air conditioner and television service, and was a member of Masonic Lodge #437 in Timpson.

Survivors include his wife Leatha Moore Adams of Timpson; daughter Wanda Hibbler and husband James; stepdaughter Paula Jean Davis; sons Gary Lee Adams, Jerry David Adams and wife Laura, and Rodney Adams and wife Dianna; stepson Micheal Grooms; 16 grandchildren; and 6 great grandchildren. Jerry was preceded in death by parents Frank and Velma Adams and brother Carl Adams.

To convey condolences online please visit www.taylorfh.net. Taylor Funeral Home, 511 Ross Graves Dr., Timpson, TX 75975, is in charge of arrangments.

04/06/2013

Billy W. Cunningham, 68, of Victoria, passed away April 5, 2013. He was born June 25, 1944, in DeKalb, Texas to the late Billie Crew and Joyce Smith Cunningham. Bill was in sales with Nueces Power and Equipment for the past 17 years. He was a veteran of the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.

Bill also served as the past president of the Port Lavaca Rotary Club and past director of the Port Lavaca Chamber of Commerce and past president of the Fortuna Bay HOA of Corpus Christi, TX and was currently serving as the treasurer of the Board.

Bill lived his life to the fullest always enjoying his family and friends. He was a great sportsman at heart and always enjoyed fishing, hunting and car races with his sons and friends. Bill lived his life as a Christian; always there to help whomever needed help. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Bill is survived by his wife of 40 years, Dorothy Wiggins Cunningham, sons, Bennie W. Cunningham and wife, Diane of Tulsa, OK., Billy Don Cunningham and wife, Nikki of Ft. Mead, Maryland; brother, Bruce Cunningham and wife, Debbie of Pasadena, brother-in-law James Wiggins and wife, Jeannine; niece Jennifer Gonzales of Pasadena; nephews Paul Wiggins and Jody Wiggins both of Snook, TX., and Darren Wiggins of Center, TX. He also leaves behind 4 grandchildren, Nicole, Rachelle, Joseph and Brandon and 5 great-grandchildren, Bailey, Hunter, Kendall, Lane and Anna to cherish his memory.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Barry Cunningham.

A visitation will be held Sunday, April 7, 2013, from 5-7 PM, at Rosewood Funeral Chapels. A funeral service will be Monday, April 8, 2013, at 2 PM, at Rosewood Funeral Chapels with Rev. R.J. Wooten officiating.

A graveside service will be Tuesday, April 9, 2013, at 2 PM, at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Center, Texas. Pallbearers will be his grandsons and nephews.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4401 Lilac, Victoria, Texas, 77901.
Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.rosewoodfuneralchapel.com.

Van N. Hairgrove, 85, of Center, passed away Friday, April 5, 2013 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital in Nacogdoches. He was born February 9, 1928 in Shelby County to Wilburn Hairgrove and Pearl Burns Hairgrove. Mr. Hairgrove was a successful business owner for over 38 years. He was of the Baptist faith.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday, April 7, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, April 8, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Randy Sceroler officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be Mr. Hairgrove’s grandsons, Kenneth Jordan, Brandon Jordan, Solomon Cassell, Gabe Gassell, Ethan Hairgrove, Matthew Hairgrove, Jonathan Hairgrove, Chris Hairgrove, Conner Hairgrove and Donnie Adams.

He is survived by
Daughters:
Becky Jordan and Ron Cook of Center
Beth Cassell and husband, David of Center

Sons:
Billy Hairgrove and wife, Janet of Center
Bobby Hairgrove and wife, Carol of Henderson

Grandsons:
Kenneth Jordan and wife, Cassondra of Huxley
Brandon Jordan and wife, Tara of Center
Solomon Cassell and wife, Jenny of Center
Gabe Cassell and Promise of Center
Ethan Hairgrove of Center
Matthew Hairgrove and Heather of Henderson
Jonathan Hairgrove and Jessica of Henderson
Chris Hairgrove of Henderson
Connor Hairgrove of Henderson

Granddaughter: Megan Hairgrove of Henderson

Great Grandchildren:
Jake, Kolby, Kason and Bo Jordan of Center
Savannah and Madeline Cassell of Center
Madeline and Macen Hairgrove of Henderson

Special Friend: Lois Woodfin of Tenaha

Brothers:
James E. Hairgrove of Pearland
Franklin Hairgrove of Timpson
Bill Hairgrove and wife, Rita of Timpson

Sisters:
JoNell Young of Marshall
Frances McIntyre and husband, Dudley of Timpson
Wilma Culp and husband, Paul of Lampasas

A number of nieces and nephews

He is preceded in death by
Wife: Patsy Lilly Hairgrove
Grandson: Chad Jordan
Parents: Wilburn and Pearl Hairgrove

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

04/05/2013

Teresa Ann Evans, 46, of Center, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2013 at Shelby Regional Medical Center in Center. She was born July 1, 1966 in Long Beach, California to Morris D. Todd and Hazel Hill Dunn Todd.

At the request of her family, Ms. Evans has been cremated and no services are planned at this time.

She is survived by
Son: Zachary Evans of Center

Daughter: Trish Scott of Nebraska

Grandson: Jeremy Scott of Nebraska

Mother: Hazel Dunn of Center

Sister: Paula Todd of Center

Brothers:
Michael Todd of Center
Eric Todd of Missouri

Father of Zachary: Chris Bolton of Center

A number of cousins and friends

Preceded in death by
Father: Morris D. Todd
Son: Denver Hickman

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

04/04/2013

Ben Hooker, 76, of Tenaha, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at his residence. He was born April 19, 1936 in Tenaha to Marvin Hooker and Dixie Ruth Parker Hooker. Mr. Hooker retired to ranching from Huntsville ISD, where he served as football coach and school administrator. He was a member of the Sam Houston State University Letterman’s Club, the Tenaha Businessmen’s Club and the National Rifle Association. Mr. Hooker was also part of the Sam Houston State University Hall of Honor and Tenaha High School Hall of Honor. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Tenaha.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 5, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 6, 2013 at First Baptist Church in Tenaha with Bro. Russ Atwood officiating. Interment will follow at Woods Cemetery in Panola County.

Pallbearers will be Brack Harrison, Johnny Harrington, Mitch Norton, Mitch Menefee, Drew Scull, David Smith, Ben Dial, Keith Martin and Jeff Weisner.

Honorary pallbearers will be the Sam Houston State University 1956 Football Team, Dave Harrell, Bill Willis, Joe Hollis, Royce Perry, John Harrington, Johnny Marvin Walker, Weldon Duncan, John Scull, Chuck Roberson and Keith Wieneke.

He is survived by
Wife: Carolyn Hooker of Tenaha

Daughters:
Sharon Macioce and husband, Rob of The Woodlands
Shanon Sowell and husband, Johnny of Huntsville

Grandchildren:
Cody Barton and Amber of Tenaha
Jake Killingsworth of Fort Worth
Matthew Macioce of The Woodlands
Sarah Sowell of Huntsville

Preceded in death by
Parents: Marvin Hooker and Dixie Ruth Parker Hooker

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Rifle Association.

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

Connie Lynn Johnson, 67, of Dallas, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2013 in Dallas. She was born December 15, 1945 in Dallas to John C. Bush and Lyndell Parkman Bush. Mrs. Johnson retired from Equitable Mortgage and Real Estate after 35 years of service. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Dallas.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 8, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 11:30 p.m., Monday, April 8, 2013 at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha with Bro. Russ Attwood officiating.

She is survived by
Husband: James Richard Johnson of Dallas

Brother: John H. Bush and wife, Vivian of Ovilla

Niece: Amy Bush of Dallas

Aunt: Margaret Parkman of Tenaha

A number of cousins and a host of friends

She is preceded in death by her parents, John C. Bush and Lyndell Parkman Bush.

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

04/03/2013

Lieselotte (Lotte) Spurlock, 82, of Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at Shelby Regional Medical Center in Center. She was born January 14, 1931 in Germany to Johann L. Zink and Anna Wesch. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary Club. She attended First Baptist Church in Joaquin.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2013 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 5, 2013 at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at Antioch Cemetery in the James Community of Shelby County.

Pallbearers will be Terry Nowlin, Steve Lawrence, Clint Rogers, Trevor Lawrence, Daniel Hudspeth, Matt Nowlin and Kaleb Nowlin.

She is survived by

Daughters:
Liesa Nowlin and husband, Terry of Gorman
Mary Lawrence and husband, Steve of Logansport

Grandchildren:
Clint Rogers
Trevor Lawrence and wife, Jessica
Britney Hudspeth and husband, Daniel
Matt Nowlin
Kaleb Nowlin

Great Granddaughter: Ava Hudspeth

Step Great Grandchildren:
Khoen Baker
Kaleigh Baker

Preceded in death by
Husband: Kenneth Spurlock
Parents: Johann L. Zink and Anna Wesch

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

Margaret Henry, 86, of Nacogdoches died Monday, April 1, 2013. Mrs. Henry was born June 15, 1926, in Haslam to parents Cecil Bryan Ramsey and Bertha Mae Leggett Ramsey.

Margaret was a graduate of Massey Business College. She worked at Commercial National Bank until she married Charles. They moved to Gladewater where they opened the first Dairy Queen. Margaret worked there for 11 years. Together they moved back to Nacogdoches and opened another "DQ." Most people in Nacogdoches will remember meeting her at Schmidt's where she worked 23 years.

Her survivors include her son, Gary Henry and wife Connie; daughters, Debbie Oltmann and husband Steve and Tanni Kirkland and husband Rickey; step-daughter, Charlotte Hartt and husband Wayne; eight grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Charles S. Henry; and brothers, James A. Ramsey, Robert L Ramsey, and C.L. Ramsey.

Graveside rites are set for 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 4, 2013, at Sunset Memorial Park, located at 5127 North St. in Nacogdoches.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 3, 2013, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Cason Monk-Metcalf.

Arrangements are under the direction of T.A. Lane & Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, located at 5400 North St. in Nacogdoches. Online memories and condolences may be offered at http://www.casonmonk-metcalf.com/.