03/31/09

Reece V. Casey, 73, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, March 30, 2009 at Shelby Regional Medical Center in Center. He was born May 14, 1935 in Oklahoma. Mr. Casey was of the Baptist faith.

At the family's request, Mr. Casey has been cremated, and a private memorial will be held at a later date.

He is survived by:
Sons:
Ricky Casey & wife Cindy of Shelbyville
James R. Casey of Shelbyville
Jerry Casey & wife Joann of South Carolina

Daughters:
Shirley Casey of Hot Springs, Arkansas
Penny Bonnerville of Hot Springs, Arkansas
Georgia Alderman & husband Daniel of Mountain Pine, Arkansas

Nineteen Grandchildren and Twelve Great Grandchildren.

Funeral for Steve Eric Scott, 51, of Nacogdoches will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at Grace Bible Church with the Rev. Justin Beadles and the Rev. Jorge Dinguis officiating. Burial will be at Simpson Campground Cemetery.

Mr. Scott died Sunday, March 29, 2009, in Nacogdoches. Born August 5, 1957, in Port Arthur, he was the son of Jimmie Sue Collier and Wallace E. Scott. He was employed with Center ISD as a behavior management specialist. He was affiliated with Grace Bible Church in Nacogdoches, but had served as pastor of Simpson Campground and Melrose Methodist Churches and First Christian Churches of Nacogdoches and Center.

Survivors include his father, Wallace E. Scott of Port Neches; wife, Peggy Dow Scott of Nacogdoches; daughter, Jennifer N. Scott of Nacogdoches; son, Nathaniel E. Scott of Nacogdoches; brothers, John E. Scott of Nederland and Lee K. Scott of Frisco.

Visitation will be from 5 until 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2009, at Laird Funeral Home. At 6:30 p.m. the Tejas Lodge of the Order of the Arrow, Boy Scouts of America, will conduct the ceremony of the Broken Arrow. Rosary will follow at 7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the East Texas Area Council, or Tejas Lodge, 1331 E. 5th St., Tyler, Texas 75701, or Troop or Pack 100, c/o Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 2508 Appleby Sand Road, Nacogdoches, Texas, 75965, or Hospice of Deep East Texas, 907 Mound St., Nacogdoches, Texas 75961. Laird Funeral Home.

Vivian D. Roberts, 74, of Shelbyville passed away Monday March 30, 2009 at Nacogdoches Medical Center.

Services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday April 3, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Sonny Scarborough and Bro. James Lindley officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.
Visitation will be Thursday April 2, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born January 23, 1935 to Coy and Ella (Finch) Blondell. She was a member of the White Rock Baptist Church in San Augustine. She worked as a nurses assistant for many years.

She is preceded in death her Parents, Coy and Ella Blondell, Husband, Curtis Roberts, and infant Son, Curtis Roberts.

She is survived by:
Daughters and Sons-in-law:
Sandra & James Lindley of Shelbyville
Ramona and Rusty Mason of Indiana
Rhonda and Rick Wagner of Indiana

Grandchildren:
Jamie and Amy Lindley of Huxley
Robert and Jennifer Lindley of Shelbyville
Eric Wagner of San Diego, CA
Ariel Wagner of Indiana

Great Granddaughter:
Madalyn Lindley

3 Brothers:
Don Blondell & wife Kay of Indiana
Darrell Blondell & wife Betty of Tennessee
David Blondell & wife Donna of Indiana

Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Pallbearers:
Jennifer Lindley, Amy Lindley, Robert Lindley, Jamie Lindley,
James Lindley, Sean Martin, Sheldon Hardy and Toby Reeves

In lieu of flowers family requests that donations be made to the White Rock Baptist Church in San Augustine, Texas (3280 FM 2785, San Augustine, Texas 75972,Phone:(936)275-3887

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

03/26/09

John Charles "Johnny" Stockman, 49, of Timpson, passed away March 25, 2009 in Timpson. Funeral services for Mr. Stockman will be at 2 PM, Monday, March 30, 2009, at First United Methodist Church Timpson, with Bro. John Richerson, Pastor Jean Ferraro and Bro. Douglas McDonald officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson.

Born in Houston, Texas, on November 21, 1959, Johnny was the son of the late Emmitt Marvin and Sophia Jean (Kurowski) Stockman. He was a graduate of Timpson High School and had worked as an electrician. Johnny was a member of First United Methodist Church, Timpson.

Survivors include a son, Kristopher Stockman of Sugar Grove, West Virginia; a daughter, Cassie Stockman of Garrison, Texas and a brother, James "Jimmy" Stockman of Lake Dallas, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be 6-8 PM, Sunday, March 29, 2009 at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson.

Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, is in charge of arrangements.

Mary June “Pat” Lunsford, age 73 of Center, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at Shelby Regional Medical Center Hospital after a brief illness.

Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, March 28, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Al Hancock officiating, burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Friday evening from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born June 29, 1935 in Gladewater, Texas to parents Blackie Capps and Lola Redding Amsden. She is preceded in death by her parents, and her husband of 54 years, Porter Lunsford and Brother, Bob Capps. She was of the Baptist faith and she was a homemaker.

She is survived by:
Daughter & Son-in-law: Lisa & Randy Hughes of Center
Son & Daughter-in-law: Mike & Debby Lunsford of Center
2 Grandsons:
Danny Bailey, Jr. of Center
Luke Lunsford of Oklahoma
Step-Grandchildren: Kelly & Steven Berry of Shelbyville
Wendy & Lucas Robbins of Center
Brother, Earl Capps of Henderson
Mother-in-law, Jewel Reid of Longview
3 Sisters-in-law: Helen Capps of Henderson
Jewelene Hendrix & husband, Billy of Heath, Texas
Judy Russell of Longview
Best Friend, Nancy Swanger of Seguin, Texas
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
Pallbearers: J.R. Redding, Billy Capps, Tim Capps, Richard Hughes, Robbie Williams & Lucas Robbins
Honorary Pallbearers: Jody Jernigan & Steven Berry

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

Betty Delores Ross Posey, 75, of Logansport, formerly of Joaquin, passed away March 26, 2009 at her home, surrounded by her family.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday, March 27 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, March 28 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Sam Glover officiating. Interment to follow at Truitt Cemetery in Joaquin.

Pallbearers will be Bubba Lewis, Robbie Woodfin, Bobby Walker, Joe Walker, Gene Dickerson, Joey Burns, Rushing Lambert and Jim Allison. Honorary pallbearers will be Bo Posey, Gordon Martin & Dewey Bradley.

She was born February 15, 1934 in Houston to Oran O’Neil and Willie Mae Mosley Ross. Moma married Daddy, Nathan F. Posey, on September 11, 1948, when she was only 14 years old. To this marriage, four children were born. They shared 61 years together. She was a great help to N.F. during the time they owned and operated Joaquin Construction Company. Moma was the one always running to pick up building supplies, as well as keeping the books. She drove a school bus for Joaquin ISD for a short time. Among her favorite pastimes, were dominos, camping, being on the houseboat fishing and her flowers. But her greatest joy was being with her family. Moma was a very strong person, going through and surviving cancer. She always put her illness second, so that she could be there when we needed her. Moma instilled this in all of us.

Left to cherish her memories & values:

Husband, N.F. Posey of Logansport

Children:
Betty Ann Posey of Galloway
Bo Posey & wife Sheila of Joaquin
Debra Kay Reeves of Galloway

Grandchildren:
Becky, Jaime, Jason, Thomas, Jessie, Kevin, Michael, Karen & their spouses

Great Grandchildren:
Allen, Mathew, Dean, Haley, Taylor, Zach & Gabriel

Sisters:
Diann Williford & husband Robert of Stonewall
Tina Bridwell & husband Buddy of Center

Preceded in death by:
Parents, Oran O’Neil & Willie Mae Mosley Ross
Son, Frank Posey

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

Ruben Goatcher, 63, of Center, passed away March 25, 2009 at Pine Grove Nursing Center. He was born August 3, 1945 in Denton Island, east of Tuckerman, Arkansas, to Luther Goatcher and Velvie Reed Brown Goatcher. As a music minister, Ruben was involved in all aspects of Southern Baptist services. During his time as a nursing home administrator, he gave special attention to the residents with personal care. He was a member of the Lion’s Club, and will be fondly remembered for his smile.

Mr. Goatcher has been cremated. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 pm, Tuesday, March 31 at the First Baptist Church in Haslam with Bro. Jody Hooper, Bro. Jerry Jones & Bob Argent officiating.

He is survived by:

Wife, Heverin A. Goatcher of Center

Son, Reuben Grant Goatcher of Carthage

Sister, Geneva Argent & husband Bob of DeSoto, Missouri

Nephews:
Nathan Argent & wife Teresa of Salisbury, Missouri
Andrew Kelly Argent of Amarillo

Great nieces & nephews:
Christopher, Patrick & his wife Christina, and Alisa Argent

Brother, Jerry Eugene Jernigan of Jacksonville

Aunt, Dorthy Wells

Cousins:
Bernice Guffey of Cash, Arkansas
Ruby Richardson & husband Albert of Jonesboro, Arkansas

Brother-in-Law:
Paul William Kipp & wife Karen of St. Louis, Missouri

Nephew, Jason Kipp of St. Louis, Missouri

Niece, Erin Kipp of Illinois

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

03/23/09

Kristi Menefee, 47, passed away March 21, 2009. She was born December 16, 1961 in Port Arthur, Texas.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm, Wednesday, March 25th at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will follow at 3:30 pm at White Rock Cemetery.

She is survived by:
Her husband, Mark Menefee

Sons, Chris and Patrick Menefee

Daughter, Kalee Menefee

Parents, Luke and Pat Papania

Sisters:
Vicki Greenslade and husband, Mike
Karen Hall and husband, Steve

Brothers:
Ray Papania and wife, Debbie
Paul Papania
Mark Papania

Mother and Father-in-Law, Curtis and Pat Menefee

Brother-in-law, Mitch Menefee and wife, Letty

Also many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends

03/22/09

Gilbert Wheeler, 75 of Center, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2009 at his home with his family by his side.

Graveside Services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Center with Bro. Bruce James officiating. Visitation will be all day Monday, March 23, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home.

Gilbert Wheeler was born in Center at 203 Pearl St. on February 6, 1934 to Don Wheeler and Barksdale Tyre Wheeler. Gilbert graduated from Center High School and received a master’s degree from SFA.

Gilbert married Kathryn Monk Wheeler, his beloved wife of 53 years. They have been long time members of the Center Christian Church, where Gilbert served as an elder.

The Wheelers moved to Lufkin where Gilbert taught Agriculture in Redland, Texas. After a year of teaching, the Wheelers returned to Center where Gilbert worked for Ralston Purina as a Productive Manager.

Gilbert bought Lewis Brown’s feed store in East Center when Lewis bought Tuck Griffin’s Furniture store. He also bought Drury McCauley’s feed inventory to supplement his store. The business was called Farmer’s Feed Supply. Later, Gilbert moved his business across the street to the old Magnolia Building. He and Kathryn stayed in the feed business for 18 years. They also raised chickens for 50 years and continue to raise cattle. For over 40 years, Gilbert owned and operated Farmer Fertilizer Company in Center and continued working even with his illness. With his courageous wife Kathryn, by his side, Gilbert fought a brave 12 year battle with Prostate Cancer. He was a great Storyteller! One of his favorite sayings about everything was “It builds Character”.

He is preceded in death by his Father, Don Wheeler, Mother, Barksdale Crenshaw, Step-Father, Bryan Crenshaw, Son-in-law, Marty Ray Brittain, Jr. and Sister-in-law, Barbara Wheeler.

He is survived by:
Wife of 53 years, Kathryn Wheeler of Center
Daughter and Son-in-law, Pam & Wallace Hibbard of Tyler
Daughter, Kathy Brittain of Center
Son and Daughter-in-law, Don and Cheri Wheeler of Center
Grandchildren: Christie Gray and husband Chad, Craig Hibbard, Johnathan Brittain and Ashley Brittain, Brett Wheeler, Luc Allen, Ben Wheeler, Whitnee Allen, Sydnee Allen and Zane Allen
Great Grandchildren: Collin, Callie & Camdyn Gray
Sister: & Brother-in-law: Juanice Powell & husband James of Shelbyville
Brother, Richard Wheeler of Ojai, CA

Pallbearers: Dock Watson, Chuck Lunsford, Dr. Steve Oates, Michael Smith,
Gilbert Link, Bo Barbe, G.W. Strong, P.O. Sample, Billy Bowen, Kenneth Hardy, O.D. Hughes, Sam Wheeler, W.I. Davis and Michael Partin.

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

03/19/09

Bro. Henry Ralph Wells, age 78, of Broaddus, Texas, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2009.

Bro. Wells was born Nov. 4, 1930, in Broaddus as a son of the late Lucius "Bunch" Wells and Viola (Ponder) Wells. He was a longtime Baptist minister and also retired from Combined America Insurance Company as a sales agent. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a member of Greenwood Baptist Church.

Survivors: wife, Mae Etta Wells, to whom he was married June 8, 1955; children, Shirley Ward and husband Buddy of Highlands, Texas, Wanda Fann and husband Bryan of Corrigan, Texas, Ray Wells and wife Cynthia of Timpson, Texas, Fay Hudson and husband Bill of Alto, Texas, Cathy Wells of Zavalla, Texas, and Amy Land and husband Ted of Bronson, Texas; brothers, Odell Wells of Baytown, Texas, and Dewey Wells and James Wells, both of Broaddus, Texas; a sister, Alene Lofton of Broaddus, Texas; 16 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Leroy Wells.

Funeral services are set for 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 22, at Trinity Baptist Church on Hwy. 83 in Broaddus, Texas, with Bro. Glenn Middleton and Bro. J.R. "Bob" Gwin officiating. Interment will follow at Broaddus Cemetery with veterans honors.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Saturday, March 21, at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home at 316 W. Columbia Street in San Augustine.

Pallbearers: B.J. Fann, Josh Hudson, Trey Crosby, Desmond Smith, Buddy Ward, Bryan Fann, and Bill Hudson.

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

03/18/09

OB Hughes, 78, of Center, died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born October 12, 1930 in the Short Community of Shelby County to Druie Hughes and Myrtie Monroe Hughes. OB served in the US Army, followed by a 37 year career with Mobil Pipeline. After retiring to his family place in Center, he worked for Martin Resources until the time of his death.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Thursday, March 19th at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, March 20th at the First Baptist Church in Center, with Rev. Robert Morris and Rev. Michael Hale officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

He is survived by:

Wife of 57 years, Janice Smith Hughes of Center

Sons:
Billy Hughes & wife, Terri of Winnsboro
Danny Hughes & wife, Kim of Houston

Daughter:
Penny Vincent & husband, Jody of Groves

Grandchildren:
Erika Cowser & husband, Craig of Longview
Grady Hughes of Abilene
Reece Vincent & Wesli Vincent of Groves
Mason Hughes of Houston

Great Grandchildren:
C.J. Cowser, Caden Cowser, Lexi Cowser, Skyler Cowser, and Kennedi Cowser of Longview

Twin brother, OD Hughes & wife, LaRea of Longview

Sisters-in-Law:
June Hughes of Longview
Edna Hughes of Keller

Father-in-Law, Reece Smith of Milam

OB also leaves a host of extended family and friends.

Preceded in death by:

Parents, Druie Hughes & Myrtie Monroe Hughes

Brothers:
Weldon Hughes
Grady Hughes
Billy Ray Hughes & his wife, Melba
Donald Hughes & his wife, Paulette

Mother-in-Law, Ida Smith

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the following:
Hospice in the Pines, The Joe Elliott House, 116 Raguet, Lufkin, TX 75902
The First Baptist Church Memorial Fund, 117 Cora Street, Center, TX 75935
Short Cemetery Fund, c/o John Monk, 531 Walker Street, Center, TX 75935

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

Baby Wesley Gage Stanley - Graveside services for Baby Wesley Gage Stanley will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2009 at Six Mile Cemetery with Bro. Bobby Peek officiating. Baby Stanley was born and passed away on Tuesday afternoon, March 17, 2009 in Henderson.
Baby Wesley is survived by his parents, Mark and Brittany Stanley of Gary; maternal grandparents, Lori and Steve Brown of Gary; paternal grandparents, Vonda and Bill Black of Carthage and Norman Stanley of Jonesboro, Arkansas; maternal great-grandparents, Kathy Brown of Carthage, Carol Brewer and Santos Hernandez of Gary, and W.C. and Frances Jones of Carthage; paternal great-grandparents, Sue and Marshall Dover of Center; uncles and aunts, Danielle Stanley, G.R. Stanley, Marty and Cindy Black, Lori and Donnie Shaddix, Tony and Sandra Black, Melissa and Jason Jones, Matthew Stanley, Tiffany Brewer and fiancé Josh Godwin, Justin Brown and Lora Smith, and Rheamie Brown. Numerous other relatives also survive Baby Stanley.
A guestbook may be signed online at www.jimerson-lipsey.com.

03/17/09

Deborah Jean Tuscana, age 58, of Brazoria, Texas funeral services will be 1 PM, Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at First Baptist Church, Timpson, with Rev. Josh Walters officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Timpson. Mrs. Tuscana passed away Monday, March 16, 2009 in Nassau Bay, Texas.

Born February 18, 1951, in Freeport, Texas, Deborah Jean Tuscana was the daughter of the late James Bradberry and Norma Jean Epps. She was employed in the Data Entry Department of Shell Oil Company.

Survivors include her husband Jodie Tuscana of Brazoria; son Troy Tuscana and wife Brooke of Dickinson; daughter Angelina Shaddock and husband Joe of Brazoria; 2 brothers: James Paul Bradberry of Pasadena and Jimmy Bradberry of Reno, Nevada; 3 sisters: Anna Lou Carson of Lake Jackson, Annette Williams of McAllen, and Shanna Schoening of Pearland, Texas; 5 grandchildren: Joseph Tuscana and Elisha, Alanna, Emma, and Journey Shaddock; special friends Bill and JoAnn Cowley. In addition to her parents, Debroah was preceded in death by her brother Don Bradberry.

Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson is in charge of arrangements.

03/16/09

Funeral services for Annie Elizabeth DeEtte (Briery) Harvey, age 84, of Gary, Texas wil be at 10 AM, Wednesday, March 18, 2009 in Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, Timpson, with Bro. Thad Mills officiating. Interment will follow in Corinth Cemetery, Timpson. Mrs. Harvey passed away Sunday, March 15, 2009 in Nacogdoches, Texas.

Born July 2, 1924, in Gary, Texas, Annie Harvey was the daughter of the late William Bryan and Lottie Mae (Wiltcher) Briery. She was a graduate of Gary High School. On May 5, 1946, she and Burtis Owen Harvey were married, and they celebrated 51 plus years of marriage befoe his death in 1998.

Survivors include two sons Charles Wayne Harvey and wife Yvonne of Herber Springs, AR, and William Owen Harvey of Buna, Texas; daughter Martha Boren and husband Wesley of Carthage, Texas; grandchildren: Jackie Harvey and Missie Harvey, Lesley Boren and Christopher Harvey; two great grandchildren; Tyler and Kylee Harvey; two sisters: Norma Jean Watson of CA and Gay Carrell and husband T.A. of Pottsboro, Texas; two brother-in-laws: Veston "Teeny" Harvey and wife Ester and Elton "Shorty" Harvey and wife SueAnn; special friends: Glen and Bobbie Williams and their children, Dinna Haltom and friend and caregiver, Emelia Lewis. In addition to her parents and husband Burtis, she was preceded in death by brother Ervin "Mike" Briery and sister Geneva Barnhart.

Visitation will be 5-8 PM, Tuesday, March 17, at Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson

Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson is in charge of arrangements.

03/15/09

Eddie W. Mahan went to join his Lord and Savior, March 13, 2009 in a Nacogdoches hospital. He was born March 17, 1922 in Nacogdoches County to Samuel T. Mahan and Eliza Jane Oliver Mahan. Mr. Mahan was a minister, insurance adjuster, carpenter and had worked in mobile home sales. He served his country in the U.S. Army where he was an Army Ranger with the Second Indian Head Division. Eddie was a survivor of the Omaha Beach Campaign at the Normandy Invasion. He was awarded the EAME Campaign Medal with three Bronze Stars, a Purple Heart with one Bronze Cluster, and a Bronze Star Medal. Mr. Mahan was a lifetime member of Disabled American Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Second Infantry (Indian Head) Division. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Center and had taught Sunday School at Pine Grove Nursing Center.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Sunday, March 15, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Monday, March 16, 2009 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Eddie Lee Mahan and Rev. Carl Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Old Salem Cemetery in Center.

Pallbearers will be Zack Mahan, Willie Mahan, Jason Stringer, Jesse Mahan, Robert Stanfield and Jason Evans.

Survivors include:

Wife, Christine McSwain Mahan of Center

Sons;
Eddie Lee Mahan and wife Letetia of Burleson
Sammy J. Mahan of Baytown
Jerry D. Mahan of Center

Grandchildren;
Mandy L. Evans Matthew J. Mahan Jesse D. Mahan
Zack N. Mahan Will H. Mahan Christy L. Mahan

Eight Great Grandchildren

Daughters-in-law;
Sandy Mahan of Center
Pam Mahan of Center

Sisters-in-law;
Janie Johnson of Cleveland
Maxine Jernigan of Center

Brothers-in-law;
Earl McSwain of Center
Bobbie McSwain and wife Connie of Irving

Preceded in death by;
Parents, Samuel T. and Eliza Jane Oliver Mahan
Three Brothers; Clarence Mahan, Ernest Mahan and Nathan Mahan

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

Addie Johnson, 94, of Center, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2009 in a local nursing center. She was born December 2, 1914 in Center to Mack Gillis and Anzania Strahan Gillis. Ms. Johnson was a homemaker, mother and grandmother. She was a member of Spann’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services were held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Leonard Milford officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Center.

Pallbearers will be Ms. Johnson’s grandsons; Ronnie Youngblood, Puncho Elliott, Carlton Harkness, Steven Harkness, Brian Harkness, Koby Youngblood, Justin Harkness and Michael Elliott.

She is survived by:

Daughters;
Barbara Youngblood and husband Jimmy of Center
Sandra Harkness and husband Billy of Center

Grandchildren;
Ronnie Youngblood and wife Margaret of Center
Becky Elliott and husband Puncho of Huxley
Chronda Williams of Center
Carlton Harkness of Center
Steven Harkness and wife Maria of Huxley
Brian Harkness and wife Becky of Center

Ten Great Grandchildren
Three Great Great Grandchildren

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

Preceded in death by:
Husband, Alvin D. Johnson
Two Brothers
Seven Sisters

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

Boyce “Sonny” Campbell, 76, of Logansport, Louisiana, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2009 in a Shreveport hospital. She was born December 27, 1932 in Joaquin to Joel Pugh and Adell Campbell. Mr. Campbell worked for Texas Instruments in Dallas and then retired from the U. S. Postal Service.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Sunday, March 15, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services were held at 4:00 pm, Monday, March 16, 2009 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Joe Walker officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Pallbearers will be Ike Cummins, Rocky Curry, Kenneth Campbell, Brian Lancaster, Kyle Flournoy and James Walker. Honorary pallbearers will be LaDean Campbell and Shane Curry.

He is survived by:

Sisters;
Carolyn Foshee and husband Robert of Logansport, Louisiana
Mary Saunders and husband Tom of Wimberley

Nieces;
Rebecca Flournoy and husband Kyle of Austin
Carey Sonnier of Logansport, Louisiana
Heather Lancaster and husband Brian of San Antonio

Great niece, Bella Lancaster

Great nephews;
Hunter Sonnier
Raiden Sonnier
Thomas Lancaster

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

Alliwese Oliver, 87, of Center, passed away March 15, 2009 at her residence.

Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday March 17, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Carl Smith and Doyce Whitton officiating. Eulogy by Chris Chisum. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Monday March 16, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born August 21, 1921 to Eugene Emerson and Lela Euelena (Baker) Pugh. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Center. She worked as an LVN at Shelby General Hospital.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Eugene and Lela Pugh, Husband, Euell Fields Oliver, 2 Brothers, Lawrence “Buck” Pugh and Rudolph Pugh and Sister, Doris Fulgham.

She is survived by:
5 Daughters:
Linda Roe and husband, George of Center
Lois Oliver of Springdale, Ark
Sharan Soltau and husband, Ron of Houston
Frances Cole and husband, Tom of Village Mills
Marcie Chisum and husband, James of Houston
8 Grandchildren
20 Great Grandchildren
Sisters:
Jimmye Peterson of El Paso
Clara Bell Johnson & husband, Willie of Gatesville
Angie Tims & husband, Vertie of Mansfield, LA

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

Laura Peddy Bowers, 78, of Tenaha, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2009 at her residence in Tenaha. She was born February 13, 1931 in Tenaha to J. B. Peddy and Pearl Agnew Peddy. Mrs. Bowers was a homemaker, mother and grandmother and had owned and operated “The Mercantile” in Tenaha for a number of years. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Tenaha.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Monday, March 16, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, March 17, 2008 at First United Methodist Church in Tenaha with Rev. Jim Brady and Rev. Russ Atwood officiating. Interment will follow at Restland Cemetery in Tenaha.

Pallbearers will be Dr. William Ginn, David Christensen, John Scull, Charles Weeks, Julian Peddy, Jerry Agnew, Bob Parker and Brack Harrison. Honorary pallbearers will be Albert Burns, Walter Peddy, Dick Parker, Bob Davis, Chris Christensen and Gene Casto.

Survivors include:

Husband, George Bowers of Tenaha

Son, Naylor Bowers of Tenaha

Daughter, Theresa Latham and husband Troy of Tenaha

Grandchildren;
Michael Bowers of Huntsville
Timothy Bowers of Dallas
Tiffanie Andrews and husband Shane of Carthage
Tracie Cain of Tenaha
Adam Cain and wife Heather of Plano

Great Grandchildren;
Ashley Andrews, Grace Andrews,, Emma Samford and Blaine Tomlin

Preceded in death by;
Three Sisters & Two Bothers

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

Wilma Laverne Parker, 82, of Shelbyville, died Monday, March 9, 2009.

Graveside services were held at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Rev. Gordon Vaughn officiating.

She is preceded in death by her parents Mr. Burnard Zelbern Parker and Mattie Borders Parker; a brother, Neelan Parker; and a sister, Mary Parker Van Pelt.

Wilma was born April 6, 1926 in Shelby County. She graduated from Shelbyville High School, was a homemaker, and owned a beauty salon for many years. Wilma was well-known as an excellent cook, a hard worker, and famous for ability to take care of other people. She possessed the beauty, strength and endurance reminiscent of the women who settled this land many years ago.

Survivors are one daughter, Gay Maria Carter Ali of Shelbyville; three sons, Kit Carter, Bob Carter and Mac Carter all of Shelbyville; four sisters, Jean Permenter of Jacksonville, Zelma Dearing and Alene Carriker of Center, and Judy Brown of Shelbyville; one brother Lewis Parker of Center; and six grandchildren.

Honorary pallbearers were Kris Carter Ali, Kevin Carter Ali, Vic Carter and Mikel Carter.

03/14/09

Donell Parker, 78, of Center, passed away Saturday March 14, 2009 at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.

Services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 16, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Steve Evenson and Bro. Pat Windham officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Sunday March 15, 2009 at Mangum Funeral Home from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

He was born March 2, 1931 in Shelby County to parents, Clint and Bertha (Corbell) Parker. He served in US Marines during the Korean War. He was a member of the Shreveport First Seventh Day Adventist Church. He was a faithful member of the Shelby County Singing Convention. He worked for Woody’s Welding Works in Center for 20 years and he retired from Center Plywood where he worked for over 20 years. He was currently employed at Mangum Funeral Home.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, Clint and Bertha Parker and Brother, Orell Parker and infant Brother, Glenn Parker.

He is survived:
Wife:
Betty Parker of Center
2 Sons:
Donald Parker & wife Kelly of Shelbyville
Michael Parker & wife Monica of Sulphur, LA
5 Grandchildren:
Timothy Parker & wife Emily of Minden, LA
Cole Parker of Shelbyville
Alex Parker of Springfield, LA
Laeken Parker and Mackenzie Parker of Sour Lake
Great Grandson, Carson Parker of Minden, LA
2 Sisters:
Noveline Parker Sanford of Houston
Shirley Parker Chambers of Houston
Brother:
Van Parker & wife Cherry of Hallsville
Sister-in-law:
Dorothy Parker of Center

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

Mike O'Donnell, 64 and Beth O'Donnell, 56 of Center passed away Friday, March 13, 2009 as a result of an automobile accident. Mike was born October 19, 1944 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Guy O'Donnell and Nellie O'Donnell. Beth was born November 27, 1952 in Center to Arthur P. Waller and Jimmie Louise Yarborough. Mike served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War. They were the owners and operators of B & M Landscaping in Center.

Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 8 pm, Monday, March 16 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 10 am, Tuesday, March 17 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Charles Hall and Rev. Edward McRae officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park.

Pallbearers will be David Brittain, Heath Hagler, Glynn Hagler, Warrant Officer Josh Waller, Joel Waller, Ricky Marr, and Jordan Downs.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Jimmy McCauley and David Swanzy.

Survivors include:
Beth's mother, Louise Waller of Center
Children:
Debbie Lucas of Nacogdoches
Michael O'Donnell and wife Piper of Louisville, Kentucky
Brian Adams and Maegan of Logansport, Louisiana
Christopher Adams and wife Nikki of Logansport, Louisiana
Eight grandchildren; Alaina, Haleigh, Alexis, Kaitlynne, Jennifer, Alicia, Dallas and Ariel
Great Grandchild, Hunter

Beth is also survived by
Sisters
Anne Fisher and husband Dean of Hot Springs, Arkansas
Kathy Hagler and husband Jimmy of Center
Brothers
Melvin Waller of Center
Thomas Waller and wife Brenda of Center

Both are survived by a number of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by
Beth's father, Arthur P. Waller
Mike's parents, Guy and Nellie O'Donnell

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

Benny Bradshaw, 67, of Center passed away Friday, March 13, 2009 at his residence in Center. He was born July 14, 1941 in Center to John Bradshaw and Essie Gunnel Bradshaw. Mr. Bradshaw was a member of the Neuville Baptist Church.

Visitation will be held from 4 pm to 8 pm, Sunday, March 15, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Monday, March 16, 2008 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Don Nobles officiating. Interment will follow at Short Cemetery in Center.

Pallbearers will be Justin Cawthorn, Jordan Mora, Kelly Bradshaw, Ronnie Mora, Mark Cawthorn and Terry Hutchinson.

Survivors include:
Son:
Kelly Bradshaw of Clute
Daughters;
Melanie Gamble and husband Arian of Converse, Louisiana
Mona Mora and husband Ronnie of Nacogdoches
Shree Cawthorn and husband Mark of Stanley, Louisiana
Katha Hutchinson and husband Terry of Timpson
Eleven Grandchildren and Four Great Grandchildren
Brother, Jimmy Bradshaw and wife Betty of Center
Sisters:
Johnnie Sue Frame of Shelbyville
IIa Ray Williams of Lake Jackson
Billie Jean Henry and husband D.E. of Longview
Special friend, Julienne Hughes of Center

Preceded in death by;
Parents, John Bradshaw and Essie Gunnel Bradshaw
Son, Jeff Daughtery
Grandson, Jarrod Wayne Mora
Brother, Doyle Bradshaw

Online condolences can be sent at www. watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

03/13/09

Mrs. Rubye Mae Lister Biggers, 84, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2009. Services will be held Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 1:00 pm at the Bright Morning Star Baptist Church, MLK Drive, Center, Texas. Services are under the direction of Hicks Mortuary, Center, Texas.

Mrs. Rubye Mae Lister Biggers was the first of six children born to the late Mr. Willie E. Lister, Sr. and Mrs. Dolena Chumley Lister on February 11, 1925, in the Todd Spring Community of Shelby County. She attended and graduated from C. H. Daniels High School in Center. She furthered her education at Butler College in Tyler, Texas and later at Prairie View A&M University, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Education in 1951 and a Master of Education in 1957.

She united with the Todd Spring Baptist Church at an early age. Upon moving to Center in the late 1940s, she united with Bright Morning Star Baptist Church. She was a loyal an active member, serving as church secretary, chairperson of the program committee, Sunday school teacher and president of the deaconess board.

Upon completing her sophomore year in college, she began her teaching career with Center Independent School District as second grade teacher. She was only 20 years old. She taught for Center Schools for forty years, retiring in 1985. During her tenure, she taught throughout the grades, including twenty years at the high school level as an English teacher. At the time of her retirement, she had returned to the campus from which she graduated and at which she began her career, teaching language arts in the intermediate grades. In her forty years of service she taught her brothers, nieces, nephews, the children of those she'd taught in years before and even her own son. Upon retirement, she continued as a substitute teacher for another ten years until 1995, giving fifty years of uninterrupted service to Center ISD.

She was also actively engaged in her community. In 1991, she was elected to the Center City Council, serving until her death. Additionally, she was a member of the Shelby County Historical Society and Toledo Bend Retired Teachers.

She received numerous honors and awards. Most notably, in 1996, the State of Texas recognized her for 50 years of service to education. Additionally in 1999 she received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Shelby County Heritage Foundation, becoming the first recipient of this award.

She was married to Mr. Cator Biggers on March 29, 1952. They had one son, Karl. They remained married for over twenty-nine years until his death on May 3, 1981. She was also predeceased by her parents and her brothers, James O. Lister and Willie E. Lister, Jr.

She leaves to cherish her memory, one son: Karl, a sister: Mrs. Odelle L. Coleman, two brothers: Mr. Vinnie S. Lister and Mr. Clyde H. Lister, Sr., three sisters-in-law: Mrs. Norma L. Lister, Mrs. Limmie N. Lister and Mrs. Joy L. Lister; one brother-in-law: Mr. Booker G. Coleman and countless nieces, nephews, cousins and former students.

03/12/09

Helen Ruth Morciglio, 64, of Port Arthur, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2009.

Graveside Service will be 12:00 p.m. Friday, March 13, 2009 at White Rock Cemetery with Bro. John Bender officiating. Visitation will be Friday, March 13, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born April 4, 1944 in Shelby County to Jack Fulsom and Nora (Carpenter) Jordan.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Jack Fulsom and Nora Jordan, Daughter, Nora Ann Morciglio, 2 Sisters, Louise Hanks Meschelle and Bernice

She is survived by:
Daughter:
Anita Garcia and husband Oscar of Port Arthur
2 Sons:
Robert Morciglio of Port Arthur
Juan Morciglio & Melanie of Port Arthur
Grandchildren:
Marisol Watler and husband Navael
Victoria Carcamo & husband Carlos
Jerald Childress
John Morciglio
Juan Morciglio
Dominick Morciglio
Nora Ann Morciglio
6 Great Grandchildren
2 Sisters:
Margie Norden of Center
Barbara Jones of Orange
You may sign the online guestbook at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas

03/11/09

Jimmy Carlton Hutto, 76, of Joaquin, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2009 in Shreveport. He was born June 21, 1932 in Paxton to George Solomon Hutto and Rosa Bates Hutto. Jim was the Joaquin Fire Marshall, and a member of Joaquin Masonic Lodge #856. He was also a member of the First Baptist Church in Joaquin.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Thursday, March 12th, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm, Friday, March 13th at Watson & Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Paul Silvey and Rev. Elmer Mathews officiating. Interment will follow at Sholar Cemetery in Joaquin.

Jim is survived by:

Wife, Mary Hutto of Joaquin

Daughters:
Ann Boyett & husband Tommy of Joaquin
Kay Cunningham & husband David of Logansport, Louisiana

Grandchildren:
Jeremy Boyett & wife Sue Sue of Logansport
Justin Boyett of Joaquin
Alicia Cunningham of Joaquin
Savanna Paige Cunningham of Logansport

Great Grandchildren:
Lisa Garret of Logansport
Levi Manalli of Logansport

Sister, Mary Helen Carter of Paxton

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

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

03/08/09

Sandra Yvonne Ross, 60, of Joaquin, passed away Saturday, March 7 in Center. She was born February 16, 1949 in Center to Author Lee Ross and Mary Graves Ross. Sandra was a homemaker, mother and grandmother.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Monday, March 9th at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, March 10th at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Gordon Vaughn officiating. Interment will follow at Truitt Cemetery in Joaquin.

Pallbearers will be Colby Landers, Chris Adams, Rick Kirby, Bo Posey, Chad Warner and Randy Woodcox. Honorary pallbearers will be Chip Lovell and Ricky Raimond.

Survivors include:

Daughters;
Candy Cox and husband Roy D. of Joaquin
Sherri R. Lewis of Joaquin

Sons:
Harold E. Lewis and wife Celeste J. of Joaquin
Jerry L. Lewis of Joaquin

Grandchildren;
Jamie Baskin, Bradley (BJ) Lewis, Brandi Harris and husband Brian, Amanda Lewis, Benjamin Baskin, Justin Lewis and Jamie Raimond

Four Great Grandchildren and Three on the way

Brother, Eugene Ross of Houston

Numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins

Special friends;
Chad Christian Candy Walker Nikki Adams

Best friends;
Jackie Cheatwood Janet Dyess Donna Dean

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

03/05/09

David Franklin Bates, 29, of Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2009. He was born January 8, 1980 in Carthage to Robert Milton Bates and Mary Kay Glaze Bates. David loved to hunt, ride his four-wheeler, and spend time with his family and friends. He was a loving father and husband. He will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday, March 6th at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, March 7th at Watson & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at Brookland Cemetery in Joaquin.

Pallbearers will be Toby Broadus, David Cheatwood, Stevie Holloway, Gary Shahan, Richard Sharp, Zach Cheatwood, Jaime Carroll and Stoney Foshee.

He is survived by:

Wife, Christy Bates of Joaquin

Sons:
David Lane Bates of Joaquin
Robert Kane Bates of Joaquin
Matthew Dylan Bates of Joaquin

Parents, Milton & Kay Bates of Joaquin

Sister, Amanda Kay Hall & husband Daniel of Joaquin

Grandmother, Eula Merle Bates of Joaquin

Grandfather, James Franklin Glaze & wife Betty of Joaquin

Also numerous other relatives and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:
Grandmother, Louise Paxton

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com. David's memorial video can be viewed at http://videos.lifetributes.com/57002

The United Pentecostal Church of Center, and the Bates Family and their friends have set up a fund to help Christy and her boys. Donations can be left with Linda Jacobs at The Balcony.

03/04/09

Chester Harper, 61, of Joaquin, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2009 after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born April 21, 1947 in Dewitt, Arkansas to Willard L. Harper, Sr. and Catherine Denise Connor Harper. Chester loved his family. He also loved to hunt and fish.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday, March 6th at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, March 7th at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Luke Garrett officiating. Interment will follow at Harper Hill Cemetery in Joaquin.

Pallbearers will be Chris Giddens, Johnny Henley, Chris Henley, Michael Paul Kay, Chad Smith, Anthony Whittaker, Quinton Thompson, Tracy Henley and Dennis Henley.

He leaves to cherish his memory:

Wife, Shirley Henley Harper

Daughter, Lisa Harper Thompson & husband Lance of Simpson, Louisiana

Sons:
Heith Harper & wife Crystal of Joaquin
Rodney Harper & wife Dawn of Joaquin

Adopted Daughter, Carmen Hearon of Joaquin

Grandchildren:
Hunter Harper, Logan Harper, Colton Harper, Ryan Harper, Alli Beth Harper, and Clay Fleming, all of Joaquin

Alexis Thompson & Alyssa Thompson of Simpson, Louisiana

Sisters:
Kathy Basnett of Charleston, South Carolina
Deanna Lamb & husband Dennis of Scottsdale, Arizona

Brothers:
Jimmy Harper of Charleston, South Carolina
Gene Harper & wife Judy of Conway, Arkansas

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

Bobby Sheldon Fowler, 53, of Skidmore, passed away Thursday, February 19, 2009 in Skidmore. He was born December 2, 1954 in Red Bay, Alabama to Jewel Nolan Fowler and James De Moble Fowler. He served in the US Marine Corps and was a member of First Baptist Church in Skidmore.

Funeral services were held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, February 25th at the First Baptist Church in Skidmore. Interment followed at Evergreen Cemetery in Skidmore.

He is survived by:

Daughter, Jennifer Rose Lara & husband Victor of Skidmore

Son, Sheldon Richard Fowler of North Carolina

Sister, Vickie Andrews of Memphis, Tennessee

Brothers:
Mike Fowler & wife Pat of Floresville
Ricky Fowler & wife Loyce of Center
David Fowler & wife Lisa of Orange Grove, Alabama
Aaron Fowler of Olive Branch, Mississippi

Granddaughter, Alexandria Lara

Also numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by:
Daughter, Christina Marie Fowler
Nephew, Joshua Grant Fowler

Edith Shepherd, 99, of Shelbyville, formerly of Woodville, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2009 at her home. She was born September 23, 1909 in Woodville to mark & Cora Weeks Fortenberry. She was a longtime resident of Woodville, but had lived in Shelbyville for the past eight years. She had worked years ago for Southwestern Bell as a telephone operator and many years as a volunteer "Pink Lady" for the Tyler County Hospital Auxiliary.

Funeral services were held at 1 PM, Friday, February 27th at Stringer & Griffin Funeral Home Chapel in Woodville. Interment followed at Magnolia Cemetery in Woodville.

She is survived by:
Son, Dr. James Shepherd & wife Judy of Georgetown

Daughter, Margaret McBride & husband Ronald of Shelbyville

Brother, Ernest Fortenberry & wife Barbara of Woodville

Sister, Creasy Hamilton of Orange

Seven Grandchildren

Nineteen Great Grandchildren

Ten Great Great Grandchildren

Special Caregivers, Kaye Coker, Donna Hayden, and Janice Vazquez, all of Logansport

Stella Faye Williams, age 58 passed away Monday, March 2, 2009. Stella was born September 16, 1950 to the late R.T. and Mae Bell Jones Williams.

Viewing will begin at 11AM and Services will be held at 1PM, Saturday, March 7, 2009 at Triumph the Church and Kingdom of God in Christ, Center, Texas. Prince Howard Cloudy Sr. officiating, interment will follow at Westview Cemetery, Center, Texas.
Her family and friends will miss her, but rejoice that she is now in the presence of our Lord, and Savior, Jesus Christ

Survivors include:
Sons: Michael (LaWanda) Williams of Beaumont, Texas; and Marcus (Priscilla) Williams of Center, Texas
3 Grandchildren: Kiounis, NyColby, and NyCochia Williams all of Center, Texas
Brothers: Sammy Lee (Imogean) Williams of Tenaha, Texas; and John L (Anca Jean) of Beaumont, Texas.
Sisters: Della Mae (Jerry) Gardner, Shirley Faye Williams Hewitt (faithful brother-in-law: L.H. Hewitt), and Sharon Dian Williams all of Center, Texas; special brother-in-law: Jackie Williams; sister-in-law: LaSandra Williams of Sour Lake, Texas; special god sister: Joyce Lynn Johnson of Center, Texas; and a host of nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

Stella is preceded in death by 3 brothers: R.T. Williams Jr., Tommy Lee (Barbara Jean) Williams and James L Williams.

Bernice Brittain, 79, of Center, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at her home. She was born July 14, 1929 in the East Hamilton Community of Shelby County to Sam Coleman Nichols and Della Gotchie Nichols. Ms. Brittain was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church.

Visitation will be held from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Wednesday, March 4 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, March 5 at East Hamilton Cemetery in Shelbyville with Bro. Ron Luman officiating.

Pallbearers will be Gene Gray, John Drennon Yarborough, Scott Yarborough, Andy Castleberry, Shad Lout, Nicky Wiggins, Joe Yarborough and David Spratley. Honorary pallbearer will be Jack Lout.

Survivors include:

Husband, Gerald S. Brittain of Center

Son:
Johnny Davenport of Palestine

Daughters:
Jackie Yarborough & husband Joe of Center
Vickie Hagler of Longview
Juanice Smith & husband Darren of Colorado

Grandchildren:
Wendy Castleberry & husband Andy
Tara Williams
Scott Yarborough & wife Kelly
Marissa Wiggins & husband Nicky
John Drennon Yarborough & wife Kela
Nikki Gossage

Eleven Great Grandchildren

Beloved Sister, Vera Wilson of Center

Best Friend, Martha Nell Lout of Center

Also numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends

Preceded in death by:
Parents, Sam Coleman Nichols & Della Gotchie Nichols
Three Brothers and Three Sisters
Son, L.A. Davenport

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, or Fellowship Baptist Church, in Mrs. Brittain’s name.

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

03/02/09

Wynell Peacock, age 83, passed away Saturday, February 28, 2009 in Houston. Wynell was born March 20, 1925 to Autsin Wheeler and Vera Kimbro Wheeler.

Services will be held at 1 PM, Monday, March 2, 2009 at Mt. Pleasant Church of Christ with Rev. Ronnie Wheeler officiating, interment will follow at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

Survivors include:
Sons: John Peacock and wife Karen of Spring and Terry Dry and wife Kelli of League City.
Daughter: Connie Peacock of Houston
4 Grandchildren: Chase Peacock, Hanna Peacock, Darla Faith Stewart and Courtland Peacock.
Sister: Betty Easom and husband John of Shreveport, La
Brother: Joe Wheeler of Va.

Mrs. Peacock was preceded in death by, Husband, Donese Peacock, Daughter, Donnell Peacock Dry and 2 Sons; Robbie Peacock and Jerry Peacock.

Visitation will be 4 pm to 6 pm on Sunday, March 1, 2009 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home.