2/21/09

David Edward Wharton was born Feb. 10, 1950 in Timpson, Texas died Feb. 16, 2009 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Tx. David is preceded in death by his parents Cecil Wharton and Merrian Wharton of Timpson, TX. And brother J.C. Wharton.

David is survived by his wife Carla Wharton and son Blake Morrison of Sam Rayburn, TX. Sisters; Cecilia Erland of Moody, TX., and Merrie Norris of Longview, TX. And one brother Fred Wharton of Timpson, TX.

David graduated from high school in Timpson and went on to further his education at Stephen F. Austin University in Nacogdoches, Texas where he earned his degree in education. In 1974 David started his career as a professional bass fisherman and successfully earned his place in the fishing world. David was a loving husband, father and great friend to all. He will be greatly missed. WE LOVE YOU.

Memorial services will be held at Lake Rayburn United Methodist Church, Feb. 22, 2009 at 2:00 p.m.

Editor's Note: Taken from the Timpson & Tenaha News dated 2/19/09

2/20/09

John Wayne Schulz, age 63, of Timpson passed away Friday, February 20, 2009 at his home in the Silas Community, Timpson. Funeral services will be held at 2 PM, Sunday, February 22, 2009 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Timpson with Bro. Cliff Hughes officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery.

Born October 30, 1945, in New Braunfels, Texas, John was the son of the laste Raymond Henry and Ester (Seekatz) Schulz. During his childhood his family lived in Seguin, Texas and he graduated from LaMarque High School in LaMarque, Texas. He and Sue Lynn Brittain were married March 16, 1966 and moved to Timpson in 1970. John was an installer for Southwestern Bell Telephone for 32 yers until his retirement. He was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Timpson where he served as church clerk, sunday school teacher and leader of the Children's Bible Storytime.

Survivors include his wife, Sue Schulz of Timpson, son Travis Schulz adn wife Leslie of Center, Texas, daughters Terri Alford and husband David of Timpson, Janice Hughes and husband Rodney of Carthage and Rebecca Oliver and husband Justin of Timpson, sister Diana Davenport and husband Paul of Greenville, NC, 7 grandchildren, Wayne Alford and wife Mary, Kellie Walker and husband Noah, Megan Anthony and husbnd James, Ashley Schulz, Michaela Schulz, Granger Hugehes, and Gretta Oliver and 2 great grandchildren, Blake Walker and Bella ALford. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by brother Raymond Schutz.

Visitation will be 5-7 PM, Sunday, February 21, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson.

Taylor Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

02/19/09

Birdie Cocker: On Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009, Birdie Crocker age 86 left this life and walked into the arms of Jesus.

Birdie Crocker was born in Center, TX, March10, 1922 to Lee and Leona Lout. Birdie was a devoted Christian and lived her life according to her beliefs in the Word of God.

Family visitation will be 6PM to 8PM Thursday, February 19, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home.

Services will be in the Mangum Funeral Home Chapel, Friday, Feb. 20 at 2PM conducted by pastors Dathan Triplett and Kerry Green and Special tribute by Eric Bartley. Burial to follow at New Hope Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Luther Conway, Robert Parker, Bobby Lout, Alton Lout, Roger Reneau, and James Reneau.

Birdie leaves behind one daughter, Betty Chilton of Waco, TX and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Birdie is also survived by four sisters Johnnie Hutto, Waskom, TX, La Verne Smith, Port Arthur, TX, Jean Jackson, Benton, LA, Tommie Rohrer, Sacramento, CA, and one brother James Paul Lout, Conroe, TX.

Birdie was preceded in death by her Parents, Lee and Leona Lout, Husband Leo Crocker, Son, Wayne Crocker, and Daughter Joy Crocker, 3 Brothers, Maurice Lout, P.L. Lout, Walter Earl Wilburn and 2 Sisters Lucille Wilburn and Willie Ruth Rouvaldt.

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

Roy Lee Hall Sr., services will be held at 10 AM, Saturday, February 21, 2009 at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, Texas, with Bro. Joey Cranford officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow in Corinth Cemetery, Timpson. Mr. Hall passed away February 17, 2009, at his home in Gary, Texas.

Born September 24, 1931, in Oswego, Kansas, Roy Lee Hall, Sr. was the son of the late J.B. Estler and Myrtle (White) Estler Blane. He entered the U.S. Army in 1949 and retired after twenty years of service. He was happily married for 40 years to Katherine Ann (Ingalls) Hall until her death in 1998.

Survivors include
5 sons: Ricky L. Hall of Kansas City, MO, Kenneth W. Shaffer, Jr. of Sealy, Texas, Randy L. Hall of Springfield, MO., Roy L. Hall Jr. of Pearland, Texas and Rocky L. Hall of Sealy, Texas.
4 daughters: Betty Lathrom of Missouri, Denise Moon of Angleton, Kimberly Evans of Spring and Terri Jo Miller of Angleton.
35 Grandchildren and 26 Great grandchildren. Mr. Hall was pereced in death by his parents, wife Katherine Hall, son, Rex Hall, daughter Aline Branham and brother Joseph Hall

Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson is in charge of arrangements.

Barbara Lout, 70, of Center, passed away Wednesday February 18, 2009 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.

Services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday February 21, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Charles Wigley and Rev. Darryl Harless officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Friday February 20, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born November 20, 1938 in Rusk County to Jessie and Lily May (Warren) McCune. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church. She was in the insurance business for over 30 years.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Jessie and May McCune.

She is survived by:
Husband:
Randolph "Pud" Lout of Center
2 Sons:
Larry Windham of Lufkin
Randall Lout of Center
Grandchildren:
Lori Windham of Austin
Joey & Jenna Windham of Lufkin
Savannah Lout of Hemphill
Great Grandson:
Nick Windham

Pallbearers:
Wade Anderson, Fred Johnson, Dickie Gilchrist, Truman Hyden
Benny Baugh and Gerald Corbell

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

Linda Mathews, 60, of Carthage passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at East Texas Medical Center in Carthage.

Graveside Service will be 4:00 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Bro. Kirby Hill officiating. Visitation will be Saturday, February 21, 2009 from 12:00 p.m. until 3:30 at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born October 20, 1948 to Jim and Allowee (Graydon) Manstine. She was member of Southside Baptist Church in Carthage.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Jim Manstine and Allowee Kelley and Grandson, Gabriel Fountain.

She is survived by:
Husband:
Larry Matthews of Carthage
2 Sons:
Clint Matthews of Houston
Matt Matthews of Carthage
Daughter:
Joy Matthews of Tyler
4 Grandchildren:
Abbigail Fountain
Aundriea Matthews
Memphis Arbuckle
Madison Breedlove
Sister:
Marcia Pruett of Carthage
Brother:
Lloyd Kelley of Houston
Sister:
Marie Danza of Idaho

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

02/18/09

William “Bill” Fowler, Jr., 78, of Center, formerly of Shreveport, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at Green Acres Nursing Center. He was born April 23, 1930 in Shreveport, Louisiana to William James Fowler, Sr. and Ann Fletcher Fowler. Mr. Fowler was a devout Christian. He had worked as a furniture salesman his entire life and had won many, many awards. Mr. Fowler was a Korean Veteran, having served in both the Army and Air Force.

At Mr. Fowler’s request, his body has been donated to science, and there will be no services.

He is survived by:

Twin Daughters:
Charlotte Fowler of Center, formerly of Shreveport
Elizabeth Fowler of Shreveport

He was preceded in death in 2000 by his beloved wife of 48 years, Erin Kathleen Fowler.

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

02/16/09

L.C. “Huff” Hufferd, 95, of Center, passed away Monday, February 16, 2009 at Green Acres Nursing Center.

Visitation will be Tuesday, February 17th from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, February 18th at the First United Methodist Church in Center with Rev. Greg Megill officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

He was born February 19, 1913, in Iola, Kansas, the third child of Frank Elmer Hufferd and Lillie Mae Vancil Hufferd. When Lillie Mae died in 1916, Frank left Lowell, Francis and Farrell with Lillie’s sister, Coca, and her husband Jesse Howard. Lowell grew up in Iola in the Howards’ home.

When he was 17 he moved to Dallas to join his brother and began working as an apprentice butcher. He met his future bride, Ople, in the fall of 1931 on a double date at the Texas State Fair. They enjoyed a roller coaster ride together that lasted 70-plus years. Huff and Cordious Ople Verner married September 17, 1933.

Huff worked as a butcher, a grocery wholesale deliverer, a restaurant owner and operator and a grocery store manager, among other occupations. He joined the army in 1943 and attained the rank of Master Sergeant. He returned home from England in 1945 on the Queen Elizabeth with 14,000 other troops, and was honorably discharged. He enlisted in the Army Ready Reserve in 1952 and was discharged in 1955.

Huff and Ople lived in various places besides Dallas and several army camp towns, including Brownsville, where their son Lowell Clifton Hufferd, Jr. “Top” was born, and Greenville, where their daughter, Nancy, was born.

In 1954, the Hufferds moved to Center where Huff managed the Piggly Wiggly grocery store and was involved with the Lions Club, the Chamber of Commerce, DECA, the Lake Country Inn development, and the First United Methodist Church as a board member, trustee, and Sally Burns Sunday School Class president. He and Ople also enjoyed golf, fishing, boating, traveling with friends, and Huff was a member of the Center Hunt Club.

His family and friends will miss him, but rejoice that he is now in the presence of his Lord, and Savior, Jesus Christ.

He is survived by:

Wife, Ople Hufferd of Center

Son, Lowell “Top” Hufferd, Jr. & wife Evelyn of Center

Daughter, Nancy Hufferd Holmes & husband Stephen of Bailey, Colorado

Grandchildren:
Lowell “Ted” Hufferd & wife Holly of Keller
Rebekah Durham & husband Mark of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Sarah Roslund & husband Gavin of Littleton, Colorado

Great Grandchildren:
Kennedy Logan Hufferd
Kenneth Reuben Durham, III
Joel Holmes Durham
Luke Paxton Durham
Sarah Naomi Durham

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 or First United Methodist Church, 211 N. Porter, Center, TX 75935.

Carl W. Kirkpatrick, (Kirk), 75, a former longtime employee of the Nacogdoches Police Department, passed away Saturday afternoon at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital. Mr. Kirkpatrick was born May 4, 1933 in Madsonville, TX. He was the second of eight children born to Steve and Ida Gustavus Kirkpatrick. Mr. Kirkpatrick served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951 to 1955, serving in the Korean Conflict and stationed in Alaska before being honorably discharged. On Feb. 4, 1956 Mr. Kirkpatrick married Martha Lavenia King. After taking up residence in Nacogdoches in 1957, Mr. Kirkpatrick attended Stephen F. Austin State University and Kilgore Jr. College, studying Criminal Justice, receiving over 4000 credit hours in his ongoing studies in law enforcement. Mr. Kirkpatrick also attended Texas A & M where he studied to become a polygraph examiner, with 2 years of internship in Houston, after which he became a polygraph examiner. In 1962 he was hired by Nacogdoches Police Department as a police officer. During his time with the department he served under 5 different police chiefs including M.C. Robuck. Mr Kirkpatrick is also remembered as being one of the "Robuck¹s Raiders." Over the years he advanced from patrolman to Lieutenant. He retired from the police force in 1995 but continued doing polygraph examinations for several more years. Carl loved God, his country and family. He taught his children these same values. He and his family were members of the Nacogdoches Missionary Baptist Church for several years. He loved to go fishing, which he did every chance he got over the years. When he wasn¹t working or fishing you could find him working on or riding his vintage Indian Motorcycle. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Martha Kirkpatrick of Nacogdoches; daughters, Donna Kirkpatrick of Nacogdoches, Danita Miles and her fiance Randy Sherrer of Nacogdoches, granddaughter Kathrine (Katie) Boles and husband Nolan of Nacogdoches; and one great-granddaughter, Gracie Boles of Nacogdoches. He has three sisters, Mozelle Anderson and husband Charlie of Dodge, Texas, Edith Henry of Brazoria, Texas, and Tommie Case and husband Gene of Brazoria, Texas. He also has two brothers, Clyde Kirkpatrick and wife Lewanna of Lufkin, Texas, and Herbert Kirkpatrick and wife Pat of Jasper, Texas, along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, Steve and Ida Kirkpatrick; one brother, Robert Kirkpatrick; and one sister, Vivian Frankum.. Visitation for Lt. Kirkpatrick will be from 5 until 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb.. 16, 2009 at Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Home with services also to be held at Cason Monk-Metcalf at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009. Graveside will be at Sunset Memorial Park following the services. Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, Wade Alexander, director

02/15/09

Ms. Lerlene Spells, 91, of Center, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2009 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.

Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home with Bro. Dave Wood and Bro. Danny Buckley. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Monday February 16, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born April 28, 1917 to Dick and Jennie (Dalby) Fausett. She was a member of The Messiah Baptist Church in Timpson, Texas. She worked for Red Ball Motor Freight for many years.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Dick and Jeannie Fausett, Husband, James Spells, Son, Joe Lynn Spells and Sister-in-law, Cora McSwain.

She is survived by:
Son: Bobby Spells & wife Sharon of Diboll
Daughter: Patsy Johnson & husband Joe of Lufkin
Son: James Paul Spells of Baton Rouge, LA
Son: Michael Spells & wife Tami of Center
Daughter-in-lawr: Mimsy Spells of Shreveport
8 Grandchildren:
Joanna Mancini & husband Jimmy of Buda, TX
Paula Cantwell & husband Jim of Houston
Kevin Spells of Houston
Cathy Fertitta & husband Tony of Shreveport
Kimberly Ward & husband Shannon of Dallas
Andrea Zuelsdorf & husband Jeff of Belton
LaJeana Hardig & husband Chris of Houston
Jaimi Spells King & husband Anthony of Nacogdoches
6 Great Grandchildren:
Mary Catherine & Evan Feritta, Luke James Mancini,
Anna Hardig, Zachary Zuelsdorf and Devon Ward
Sisters:
Zettie Barnett of Center
Lee Ola Eaves of Center
Norvell Holt of Center
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
Pallbearers:
Steve Webb, Barry Webb, Darren Webb,
Raymond Jamison, Larry Russell and Dr. Dixon Golden
You may sign the online guestbook at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home

Charles W. Parker, 86, died February 12, 2009 and is now at peace with the Lord. He was born December 26, 1922 in Ft. Worth and grew up in Tenaha, TX. Charlie joined the Army Air Corps in 1943 and earned his wings January 7, 1944. He flew his beloved P-51 Mustang during World War II and went on to serve as an Air Force officer for 28 years flying B-52 bombers out of Westover, AFB, MA and also was stationed in Hawaii, Viet Nam and SAC HQS in Nebraska. His last assignment was Chief of the Emergency Ops Center, Ft. Ritchie, Maryland, where he retired from active duty in 1976. His love of flying airplanes continued throughout his life. Several years ago at the Randolph Air Show he 'held court' as dozens of young men gathered around a P-51 on display while he painstakingly explained every detail of the plane, drawing rousing applause at the end of his impromptu presentation. Charlie loved to tell jokes and laugh, believing worrying wouldn't 'change a thing.' He had a great smile and sense of humor and lived to play golf. His two passions-golf and the military will live on in his grandsons-Michael, now a golf pro, and Steven who plans to serve in the United States Air Force. During his last years as his health declined, Charlie was warmly embraced by his caretakers at Stone Oak Care Center, especially John in therapy and the wonderful nursing staff in the 400 hall. His family thanks all of you. Charlie was preceded in death by his wife, Charlie B. O'Brien Parker and is survived by three children: Bill Parker of Franklin, TN and wife Linda; Susan Parker Rodriguez of San Antonio; and Donna Parker Bannwolf and husband, Kevin; grandsons, Michael Rodriguez and wife Abbie of WI, and Steven Bannwolf, who misses his Pop-Pop. We remember his dear friend Homero Rodriguez, as well as Leloise Ponce. Charlie's kids thank him for the opportunity to see the world and for taking us to Mountain Park to ride the coaster. Perhaps the best was peacefully watching TV westerns and old movies with few words, but great comfort. We wish our dad eternal peace with our Lord and Savior. SERVICE Graveside Service will begin at 2:00 PM on Thursday, February 19, 2009 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation. You may sign the online guestbook at www.missionparks.com, under the obituary section.

02/14/09

Harold Edward Peek, age 53, of Carthage passed away Thursday, February 12, 2009 in Carthage. Harold was born October 22, 1955 in Joliet, Illinois to Hobart Harold Peek and Dorothy Dale Estes Peek. Mr. Peek was a logger and foundry worker.

Graveside services will be held at 2 PM, Sunday, February 15, 2009 at the Strong Cemetery in Huxley with family members officiating, interment will follow.

Survivors include:
Mother: Dorthy Dale Estes Barnett and husband Hugh of Carthage
Daughters: Loretta Wagner and husband Jason of Weatherford and Melissa Peek of Shreveport
Son: Thomas Peek and wife Cassondra of Shreveport
Stepson: Charles Sandlin of Gilmer
Sister: Teresa Powell and husband Marvin of Zwolle, La.
Brothers: John Thomas Peek of Haslam, James Davis of Ft. Worth and Jimmy Davis of Farmerville

12 Grandchildren

Pallbearers:
John Peek, Jeremy Peek, Rafe Eubanks, Bobby Gene Peek, Timothy Freeman, Tommy Freeman and Clinton Holmes.

Mr. Peek was preceded in death by his father: Hobart Harold Peek and Daughter: Peggy Sue Peek.

Visitation will start at noon on Sunday, February 15, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home.

02/13/09

Charles Henry age 76 of Tenaha, passed away Friday, February 13, 2009 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.

Graveside Services will be 2pm ~ Sunday, Feb. 15, 2009 at Sardis Cemetery with Bro. M.D. Lamon officiating.

Visitation is Saturday, February 14, 2009 from 5pm until 9pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born June 13, 1932 in Timpson to parents, James Wylie & Doris Esther (Whinsenhunt) Henry. He was of the Baptist Faith. He retired from Center Plywood after 31 years.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Wylie & Esther Henry, Sister, Jean Barton and 2 Brothers, Howard Henry & Richard Henry and Niece, Edith Whitton.

He is survived by His wife, Yvonne Henry of Tenaha

4 Nieces: Barbara Yates of Center, Elaine Bradshaw of Center, Mary Sue Layton of Center and Linda Daniels of Timpson

1 Nephew: James “Butch” Henry of Center

Brother-in-law & Sister-in-law: Melvin & Pat Broadway of Huxley

3 Special Girl Friends: Megan Broadway, Autumn Lawhorn & Lexi Dupree

Special Nieces: Nancy Lawhorn, Teresa Ford, Lisa Dupree & Tammy Howard

Special Nephews: Melvin “Bubba” Broadway & Michael Broadway

Pallbearers: Bradley Ford, Jordan Ford, Melvin “Bubba” Broadway, Michael Broadway, Monte Dale Griffith & Daniel Lawhorn

Honorary Pallbearers: Waylon Griffith, Jr., Waylon Griffith & Rex Bradshaw

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

02/12/09

Charles Edward Hughes, 80, of Timpson, Texas, services will be at 2 PM, Sunday, February 15, 2009, at First Baptist Church, Timpson, with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson. Officiating will be Rev. Josh Walters, pastor of First Baptist Church, Timpson. Mr. Hughes passed away February 11, 2009, in Green Acres Nursing Center, Center, Texas.

Born April 5, 1928, in Timpson, Charles Hughes was the son of the late Edgar Lewis and Peggy (Sapp) Hughes. He was a graduate of Timpson High School, U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War, and member of First Baptist Church, Timpson. He owned Hughes Boot and Saddle Shop in Timpson for 50+ years. Charles was married to Thelma (Oates) Hughes, who preceded him in death.

Survivors include step son Roger Martin of Pine Grove, LA, step daughter Jo Ann Cameron of Port Lavacca, Tx. sister Margie Baker of Conroe, Tx. 2 step grandchildren, 1 step great grandchild, nieces, nephews, and other relatives. In addition to his parents and wife Thema, Mr. Hughes was preceded in death by his brother Bowden Hughes.

Visitation will be 6-8 PM, Saturday, February 14, 2009, at Taylor Funeral Home.

Taylor Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Willa D. Coe, 80, of Kountze, died Tuesday, February 10, 2009 in Beaumont, Tx. She was born July 27, 1928 in Martinsville, Tx. A graduate of Martinsville High School and Stephen F. Austin University in Nacogdoches, she was a teacher and principal for forty years.

Mrs. Coe is survived by her husband of fifty three years, H. A. Coe Jr.; daughters Bebe Coe Bertino of Nome and Laura Lea Coe of Pinehurst; son Henry A. Coe III of Kountze; grandchildren Kelli K. Daniel of Huntsville, Kitty D. Coe and Cooper A. Coe of Kountze; brother Charles Brown of Center and numerous nieces, nephews and dear friend Ethyl Warren.

She was preceded in death by her father Dee Brown and mother Elma Hudson, both of Martinsville.

Willa was a wife, mother, grandmother and great-aunt, teacher, coach, counselor, mentor and great friend. She will be missed by many whose lives she touched and helped out.

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 13, 2009 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 PM at Farmer Funeral Home in Silsbee. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2009 at 12:00 noon at the First United Methodist Church in Kountze, TX, with Rev. Bill Jobe officiating. Burial will follow at Hooks Cemetery in Kountze.

Pallbearers are Richard Brown, Randy Brown, Keith Brown, Bradley Brown, Phil Worsham and Robbie Teel.

02/11/09

Jesse Waymon Brown, 86, of Center, passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2009 in Pine Grove Nursing Center. He was born February 16, 1922 in Shelby County, Texas to Allen Headrick Brown and Alice Pearl Wilburn Brown. Mr. Brown was a lifetime resident of Shelby County. He served in the United States Naval Service, the Civilian Conservation Corps, and was retired from Holly Farms. He was a member of Trinity Missionary Baptist Church.

The family will welcome friends and loved ones from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday, February 13th at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, February 14th at Watson & Sons Chapel with Reverend Charles Williams officiating. Interment will follow in the West Hamilton Cemetery.

Mr. Brown is survived by:

Sons:
Danny Joe Brown & wife Darlene of Center
John Waymon Brown & wife Mary Elizabeth of The Woodlands
Billy Rayford Williams of Center
Rev. Charles Ronny Williams & wife Betty of Whitehouse
Larry Steve Williams & wife Janice of Tenaha
Jimmy Dale Williams & wife Connie of Van Alstyne

Daughter, Judy Williams Winger of Lufkin

Brothers:
Joe Brown & wife Billie of Tenaha
Bill Brown & wife Ada of Waco

Sister:
Neva Fields & husband Joe of Center

Sisters-in-Law:
Robbie Jean Waldon of Overton
Allie Rea Hughes of Center

He is also survived
by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by:
His first wife, Louise Haley Brown, in 1959, as well as their infant sons, Jerry Wayne & James Allen
His second wife, Opal W. Brown, in 2007
Brother, Alvin Brown
Sisters, Margie Vaughn, Catherine Lynch and Bernice Brown

Mr. Joyce Warren, 89, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, February 9, 2009 at Shelby Regional Medical Center.

Services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 13, 2009 at Ephesus Baptist Church in Shelbyville with Bro. Ronnie Wheeler and Bro. Rob Merriman officiating. A Masonic Graveside will be held at Rather Cemetery in Shelbyville. Visitation will be Thursday, February 12, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born September 21, 1919 to Clyde and Inez (Lout) Warren. He was member of Ephesus Baptist Church where he taught the Men’s Sunday School Class for many years. He was a mechanic and retired from Shelbyville ISD where he worked as a supervisor over transportation for 20 years. He was a member of the Sam Houston Masonic Lodge #32 in Shelbyville.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, Clyde Warren and Inez Warren Story, Wife, Margaret Elizabeth Warren, Daughter-in-law, Vonda Warren and Great Grandson, Derek Hebert

Pallbearers: Shad Lout, Duane Lout, Jimmy Lout, James Goodwyn, Mike Lout, Rickey Lout, Al Lout and Michael Warren
Honorary Pallbearers: The Men’s Sunday School Class of Ephesus Baptist Church

He is survived by:
4 Sons and Daughter-in-laws:
George & Vicky Warren of Shelbyville
J.C. Jr. & Kathy Warren of Welsh, LA
Mac & Valerie Warren of Center
Larry & Tamie Warren of Center

Grandchildren:
Jennifer Gregston of Conroe
Ron Warren of Welsh, LA
Rachelle Warren of Welsh, LA
Renee Warren of Welsh, LA
Melissa & Jesse Casey of Hallsvile
Denise & Rob Merriman of Shelbyville
Michael Warren of Center
Dena & Brad Hinton of Shelbyville

Great Grandchildren:
Jace Warren,
Kai Lognion, Jillian Richard and Ian Richard
Chloe Warren
Luke, Carly & Jacob Casey
Ty & Hallie Merriman
Harley & Clayton Hinton

Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends

In Lieu of flowers Donations can be made to Ephesus Baptist Church Building Fund, Shelbyville, Texas

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

02/10/09

Funeral service for Angie Loraine Jones were held at 10 a.m. Friday, February 6, 2009, at Laird Funeral Home with Dr. Allen Reed officiating. Burial followed in Berry Cemetery in Lufkin, Texas. Mrs. Angie Loraine Jones, age 77, of Nacogdoches passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2009, in Nacogdoches.

She was born November 2, 1931, in Center, Texas, the daughter of the late Sam and Lossie Fowler Davis. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Nacogdoches and a homemaker.

Mrs. Jones is survived by her two sons and daughter-in-law, Eddie Williford of Nacogdoches, Curtis and Sue Kirkland)Williford of Bastrop, Texas; and one daughter and son-in-law, Sue Williford and Calvin Evans of Temple, formerly from Nacogdoches; and a sister, Colemae Schoubroek of Joaquin, Texas.

She is also survived by four grandchildren, Nicholas Shoalmire, Wade Williford, Aaron Williford and LeeAnna Farmer; and seven great-grandchildren.

Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Angela Robin Shoalmire.

She was married to Billy F. Jones who also preceded her in death.

Active pallbearers were Art Wheeless, Doyle Alexander, Paul Cook, Bennat Mullen, Gene Graves and Mike Liebrum. Family received friends from 5 until 8 p.m. Thursday, February 5, 2009 at Laird Funeral Home.

The family requested donations to be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 2425 Fountainview Suite 280, Houston, Texas 77057. Laird Funeral Home.
Published in The Daily Sentinel on 2/5/2009

02/09/09

John T. Baggett, 77, of Center passed away February 8, 2009 at nacogdoches Memorial Hospital. He was born July 29, 1931 in Carthage to Rufus Baggett and Zelma Spratley Baggett. Mr. Baggett served in the Army and was an avid hunter and fisherman.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Tuesday, February 10th at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, February 11th at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Bob Baggett officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Jeff Spratley, Larry Spratley, Ronald Pugh, Perry Pugh, Tommy McMellon, Tony Pugh, Mickey Pugh and Max Pugh.

Honorary pallbearers will be Mark Anderson, Barry Irish, James Irish and George Wilkerson.

He is survived by:
Wife, Bonnie Belsha Baggett of Center

Sons:
Curtis Ray Baggett & wife Sherry of Center
Kenneth Earl Baggett of Center

Grandchildren:
Delainey Baggett, Desirae Perry, Brandon Childs and Cody Baggett.

Great Grandchildren:
Kalie, Alexis, Kelra, Skyler and Bronson

Brothers:
Arvil Baggett of El Cajon, California
Glenn Baggett of Elk Washington
Benny Baggett of Phoenix, Arizona

Sisters:
Laverne Bell of ElCajon, California
Myrle King of Tyler
Jane Rohde of Benson, Arizona

Preceded by:
Parents, Rufus Baggett and Zelma Spratley Baggett.

02/08/09

Billy Lynn Wilson, 45, of Panola County, formerly of Joaquin passed away Sunday, February 8, 2009.

Services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday February 12, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Olan Rivers and Bro. Paul Silvey officiating. Burial to follow at Lone Cedar Cemetery in Joaquin. Visitation will be Wednesday February11, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born July 2, 1963 in Carthage to Billy Mack and Janice (Conway) Wilson. He graduated from Joaquin High School in 1981.He loved the Lord and he was a member of the First Baptist Church in Old Center. He was a member of the Joaquin and Logansport Fire Department. He was active in the Search and Rescue in Desoto Parish and he worked for the Desoto Parish Sheriff’s Department as a Narcotic Agent. He loved his dog Cuddles. He was an outdoorsman and he loved to hunt, fish, rope and golf. He was a member of the Old Spanish Trial Ride.

He is preceded in death by his Grandparents, Reba and Tom Conway of Tenaha and Lillian “Dutch” and Gene Wilson of Joaquin and
Uncle, James Conway.

He is survived by:
2 Sons:
Trey Wilson of Branson, Missouri
Ty Wilson of Logansport
Parents:
Billy Mack & Janice Wilson of Converse, La. formerly of Joaquin
Brother:
Rusty Wilson & wife, Marleena of Joaquin
Uncles and Aunts:
Edgar & Rachel Wilson of Grand Cane, LA
Mary & Bob Kyle of Tenaha
Adell & Jackie Eaves of Tenaha
Nellie Smith of Longview
Numerous Other Relatives and Friends
Pallbearers:
Doug Shook, Ricky Wiggins, Roy Cheatwood, Mac McPhearson,
Kenneth Conway, George Jacobs, Chris Adams and Johnny Paxton
Honorary Pallbearers:
Morris Wayne Brown, Rodney Arbuckle, Glen McGee
and Josh McPhearson
You may sign the online register at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

Mike Rodgers, 58, of Joaquin, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2009 at his residence. He was born September 22, 1950 in the Pine Ridge Community of Shelby County to Jesse James Rodgers and Modra Lucas Rodgers. Mike was the pastor of Willow Grove Community Church in Joaquin.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Monday, February 9, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Sis. Melba Rodgers officiating. Interment will follow at the Expecting to Fly Cemetery in Joaquin.

Survivors include:

Wife, Melba Rodgers of Joaquin

Sons:
Doug Rodgers of Bossier City, Louisiana
David Rodgers and wife Leslie of Monroe, Louisiana
Todd Clark and wife Darlene of Center

Daughter, Heather Moody and husband Donnie of Center

Grandchildren:
Jacob Rodgers, Taylor Clark, Dylan Rodgers, Lexi Moody, Trace Clark, Christian Rodgers, Ryker Rodgers, Tucker Clark and Ashlyn Rodgers

Brothers:
Travis Rodgers and wife Joan of Joaquin
Billy Rodgers and wife Helen of Center

Sister, Betty Evans and husband John of Shreveport, Louisiana

Numerous other relatives
A host of friends

Preceded in death by:
Parents, Jesse James Rodgers and Modra Lucas Rodgers
Grandson, Jesse Don Moody

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

02/06/09

Mr. Earl Hardy, age 81 of San Augustine, Texas, passed away Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009.

Mr. Hardy was born Dec. 22, 1927, as a son of Edna Cox Hardy and Curtis Johnson Hardy and was a longtime area resident. He was a retired pipeliner, having worked with Local #450, and U.S. Army veteran. He was a member of San Augustine Missionary Baptist Church.

Survivors: wife, Eveline Hardy of San Augustine; son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Mary Kay Hardy of San Augustine; sisters and brothers-in-law, Doris Loggins of San Augustine, Elaine Patterson of Center, Texas, Opal and Truman Hyden of Center, Texas, Josephine "Jo" and Johnny Trahan of Lafayette, Louisiana, Diane and Clivey Sullivan of Center, Texas; brothers and sisters-in-law, Marlin and Lanell Hardy of Center, Jimmy and Peggy Hardy of San Augustine, Marvin and Mary Hardy of henderson, Texas, and Paul "Coonie" and Linda Hardy of Bunkie, Louisiana; grandsons, Landon Hardy of San Augustine and Dustin Hardy of Garland, Texas; and a great-granddaughter, Kyla Presley Hardy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Curtis and Edna Hardy; a son, Gary Hardy; and a sister, Bobbie Jean Engelman.

Funeral services have been set for 2:00 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, at the First Baptist Church of San Augustine with Bro. C.G. "Chet" Hensley and Bro. Hiram Helton officiating. Interment will follow at Liberty Hill Memorial Garden in San Augustine.

Pallbearers: Landon Hardy, Dustin Hardy, Marlin Hardy, Jimmy Hardy, Marvin Hardy, and Paul "Coonie" Hardy.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home at 316 W. Columbia Street in San Augustine, Texas.

Services are under the direction of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine. Online obituary and condolences accepted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts.

Melvin Clinton Sears, Jr., 82, of Dayton died Sunday, February 1, 2009 at the Hearn Health Care Center in Bryan.

Memorial Service for Mr. Sears will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 7, 2009 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel, Dayton, Texas.

He is survived by his daughters: Vickey Dudley and husband Steve of Center, Linda Remedies and husband Robert of Pasadena; his sons: Ronnie W. Sears of Houston and John L. Sears of Tenaha; his 12 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Miriam Ann Capps was born at home in the Pleasant Hill Community June 25, 1933. She passed from this life to her eternal home on February 4, 2009. She was a lifelong, faithful member of the Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church.

Mrs. Capps was a former member of the Henderson Art League winning several awards for her landscape paintings. She also loved to sing and began her music career in the church choir. Later, she was offered a contract with Capitol Records, which she turned down due to family devotion. During this time, she released several records that were well received. Throughout her life, she touched many people through music whether in the church choir or performing in benefits for various causes. Although she loved performing, the greatest loves of her life were her Heavenly Father and her family. She taught by example illustrating the importance of having faith in God and nurturing a loving family.

Funeral Services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, February 7, 2009 at the Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Overton, Texas with Reverend Dean Grigsby officiating assisted by Reverend Pete Thompson. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery under the direction of Rader Funeral Home of Henderson. Visitation will be held Friday, February 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Rader Funeral Home in Henderson, Texas. Pallbearers include Tim Capps, Mike Lunsford, Gary Redding, Newborn Redding, Jr., Gay Taylor, and Douglas York,

She was preceded in death by her parents Joseph Douglas and Florine McClelland Richardson. Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 58 years, Earl Capps; her son Billy Capps and wife Sharon of Henderson; two daughters and sons-in-law, Patti and Mike Bryan of Henderson, and Jeri and Jon Marc Coke of Bullard; three grandchildren, Seth Capps and wife Joanne of Carthage, Grey Bryan of Henderson, and Kellen Coke of Bullard;sister, Betty McCoy of Beaumont; step-grandchildren, Bret Mitchell of Fairfield and Joshua Smithers of Fair Play; half-sister, Connie Sue Richardson.

Local survivors include: sister-in-law, Pat Lunsford; nephew, Mike Lunsford and wife Debby; niece, Lisa Hughes and husband Randy; great nephew, Danny Bailey all of Center.

02/04/09

Joy Truitt, 85, of Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, February 04, 2009.

Services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 6, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Paul Silvey officiating. Burial will follow at Truitt Cemetery in Joaquin. Visitation will be Thursday February 5, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born February 16, 1923 to Carl Henry and Mimma (Pence) Baker. Mrs. Truitt was employed as the head bookkeeper of Gateway Lincoln Mercury in Orange for many years. She was a housewife and loving mother. After retirement she and her husband, A.J. relocated to his homeplace of Joaquin, there they enjoyed many years of travel, site seeing, fishing and many church and community activities. She was a member of Eastern Star and a member of First Baptist Church in Joaquin. She was a devoted Dallas Cowboy Fan for many many years.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Carl and Mimma Baker, Husband, Alfred Joshua “A.J.” Truitt, Jr., Daughter, Sharon Weeks and 2 Sisters, Rayoma Presley and Leona Gramer.

Pallbearers: Dan Weeks, Mark Weeks, Allen Truitt, Andy Truitt, Josh Weeks and John Stott

She is survived by:
Son:
Don Truitt and wife Gwen of Logansport, LA
6 Grandchildren:
Dan Weeks of Mauriceville
Mark Weeks and wife Janet of Mauriceville
Allen Truitt of Center
Andy Truitt of Dallas
Shannon Weeks Stott and husband John of Orange
Kelly Truitt Boyett and Buddy of Logansport, LA
8 Great Grandchildren:
Jessica, Joshua, Jade and Jewell Weeks
Justin and Julian Whitton
Lexie and Lanie Truitt
2 Great Great Grandchildren:
A.J. and Gracie Hayes
2 Brothers:
Paul Baker and Bruce Baker of Ft. Worth
Numerous Nieces and Nephews

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

02/02/09

Felton Wilkins, 89, lifelong resident of Center, passed away Monday February 2, 2009.
Services will be 3:00 p.m. Tuesday February 3, 2009 at First Baptist Church in Center with Bro. Michael Hale and Bro. Carl Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park with Military Rights under the direction of VFW Post #8904. Visitation will be Monday February 2, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born on June 3, 1919 in Center to George Hardy and Eula Francis (Sanford) Wilkins. He served in the United States Army during WWII. He owned and operated Wilkins Cleaners in Center for many years also he was a member of the Center Noon Lions Club. He was a member of First Baptist Church were he served as a deacon for 50 years.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, George and Eula Wilkins, 2 Sisters, Grace Morgan and Miram Eubanks and Brother, Weldon Wilkins.

He is survived by:
Wife of 63 years, Johnnie Wilkins of Center
3 Sons and Daughters-in-law:
Ronnie & Serica Wilkins of Center
Dan & Noel Wilkins of Center
Bob & Denise Wilkins of Center
Grandchildren:
Chris and Julie Wilkins of Center
Farrah Wilkins of Austin
Hannah, Teal and Raleigh Wilkins of Center
Karen & Jim Nix of Nacogdoches
Amanda Wilkins of San Marcus
Chontae Bardwell of Austin
Will Bardwell of Center
Great Grandchildren:
Harrison Massey of Austin
David Hawthorn of San Marcus
Brother-in-law and Sister-in-law:
Doyle and Sue Carter of Shelbyville

Pallbearers:
Clint Porterfield, Rayford Copelin, Jason Locke, James Greer, Joe Anderson and Delbert Beckhem

In lieu of flower, donations may be made to First Baptist Church in Center or Grace Manor
You may sign the online register at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas