Lois Inez Scroggins Bell, 87, passed away November 16, 2010 at Navarro Regional Hospital in Corsicana. She was born April 5, 1923 to William Jasper Scroggins and Addie Lee Hosea in Waller, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughters; Glenda Sanders and Brenda Hamlin; grandsons; Kevin Lee Williams, Cody Hardcastle, and Micheal Martin; and great-granddaughter April Bryant. She is survived by daughters; Wanda Hudson and husband Troy, Debra Holloway and husband, Gary, all of Corsicana; son Tommy DeWayne Hardcastle of Willis, Texas; sisters; Verna Gyger of Prairie Lee, Texas, Edith Shipley of Hempstead, Texas , and Annie Ruth Merlo of Austin, Texas; brother, Charles Scroggins of Waller, Texas. and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great- grandchildren. She attended First Baptist Church in Mildred and later after moving to Heritage Oaks Retirement Village she attended Grace Community Church. Mrs. Bell was a homemaker most of her life and worked as a seamstress for many years. Visitation will be on Wednesday, November 17, 2010 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Corley Funeral Home and a graveside service will be held at Oakwood Cemetery on Thursday, November 18, 2010 at 2:00pm with Pastor Steve Hayes officiating. Memorials may be made to the general fund at Grace Community Church, 227 N. Beaton, Corsciana, Texas 75110.

Marvin Eugene McGahan
Mar 17, 1985 - Nov 15, 2010

Mr. Marvin Eugene McGahan, 25, of Corsicana passed away on Monday, November 15, 2010 in Corsicana. He was born on March 17, 1985 in Corsicana to Marvin Lee McGahan and Leslie Jean Henderson McGahan. He was a member of Northside Assembly of God church. He worked as a general laborer on various types of jobs. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather; Doyle McGahan, and maternal grandmother; Sue Henderson. He is survived by his father; Marvin Lee McGahan of Corsicana, mother ; Leslie Jean Tillett and husband Craig of Wachese, NC., sisters; Michelle Anderson of Trinidad and Ashley Bell and husband Joey of Corsicana, paternal grandmother; Bobbie Rolfe and husband Harry of Spring, maternal grandmother; Doris Henderson of Trinidad, maternal grandfather; Ronnie Henderson of Mabank, nephews; Payton Anderson, Kaden Anderson, and David Bell of Corsicana, nieces; Jael Anderson, Lexi Bell, Joley Bell, and Emma Bell of Corsicana, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and a special friend; Heather Smith of Corsicana. Visitation will be held from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at Corley Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 18, 2010 at Northside Assembly of God with the Rev. James Williams officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Rick Hocker, Wesley McDonald, Joey Bell, Ronnie Patterson, Leslie Patterson, Carl Mishler, Doyle McGahan, and Nathan Henderson. Memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation at 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016 or by going to www.kidney.org.

Bessie Viola (Thompson) Whitener
Mar 23, 1920 - Nov 15, 2010

Vera Mae (McAdams) Scoggins-Dixon
Dec 4, 1915 - Nov 14, 2010

Mrs. Vera Mae Dixon, 94, of Corsicana, passed away Sunday, November 14, 2010 at Navarro Regional Hospital. She was born December 4, 1915 in Emhouse, Texas to Hugh Samuel and Mattie Lee McAdams. She spent most of her years around Navarro County. She was a wonderful mother to her nine children and a loving grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a baby-sitter to many children over the years who also called her "Grandma". She loved being surrounded by people, especially her family. She was a Baptist and a long-time member of a local church. She married Ira Russell Scoggins, father of her children, on August 27, 1932 and remarried B. F. "Pete" Dixon on August 28, 1961. She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands; children, Ora Lee Boren, James Russell, Troy Wayne Scoggins, Shirley Ann Scoggins and Roy Lee Scoggins; grandsons, Keith Dawson and Christopher Scoggins; great-grandson, Cody Becker; and four sisters and two brothers. She is survived by children, Glen Scoggins of Corsicana, Billie Grounds and husband James of Bellville, Texas, Betty Morton and husband Gerald of Dresden and Connie Morton and husband Percy of Dresden; 14 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and brother, Harvey McAdams of Corsicana. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at Corley Funeral Home. Graveside services will be at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at Dresden Cemetery with Bro. Lain Teel Officiating. Burial will follow at Dresden Cemetery.

Alma Laura (Bradshaw) Ward
Oct 15, 1967 - Nov 10, 2010

Mary Lou (Hughes) Matlock
Sept 21, 1913 - Oct 29, 2010

Mary Lou Hughes Matlock was born September 21, 1913 in Marshall, Texas to Idella Jones and Frances Asbury Hughes. She died on October 29, 2010 in Austin, Texas. Mary Lou had two older brothers and one younger sister, Carrie Hughes Puckett. She learned to sew, garden, cook, can, preserve, make jelly, jams and dry fruits. She joined the 4-H Club where she won many cash prizes including one of only 25 state Gold Star awards. She graduated as valedictorian at Harlton High School. Using prize money she had saved, she paid for her first semester of college at East Texas Baptist College and graduated valedictorian in August 1932. She entered SMU and graduated in August 1934, with a Bachelor of Arts and Science, a complete business course, requirements for pre-law and pre-med, permanent high school and elementary school certifications and five M awards in women's intramurals. She was given a contract for one-year cadet teaching with pay $40 per month the first semester and $50 the second. At the end of the year, she became a full time teacher for $100 per month. She continued her education earning a master's degree from SMU with her thesis on Dr. George Washington Carver, whom she personally interviewed. On November 10, 1943, in Dallas, Mary Lou married Joseph Dixon Matlock. They settled in Newport News, Virginia, where Dixon served in the army's embarkation center. As a WWII army wife, Mary Lou called on families of wounded or dead soldiers to explain the services provided by the army, joined the Grey Ladies to help serve coffee and doughnuts to debarking and returning soldiers, rolled bandages five days a week and knitted scarves and mittens for soldiers. Mary Lou helped many Texans coming through feel welcome. In 1947, the Matlocks came back to Texas where Dixon had a job teaching history at UT. Mary Lou substituted as substitute teachers were scarce. Dr. I. I. Nelson offered her a job teaching science at University Junior High. She requested math classes. During 12 years at UJH and 14 at Martin Junior High, Mary Lou mentored numerous student and young teachers including Penny Burleson Miller, Janie Maldonado, Glenda Hunt Black, Becky Maxey Shelton, Mary Louise Schawe, Ann Fallin Rogers and Marcia Hearon Lind. She also supervised graduate students and wrote "Classroom Control" to help student teachers with discipline. Mary Lou was active with professional development. She attended local workshops, for three years was chairman of Texas Council of Teachers of Mathematics, attended National Council of Teachers of Mathematics meetings and was on programs of both. She presented to UT classes in person and on tape. Dr. Irby Carruth named her to his first Superintendent's Council and she served many years leading to passing social security, negotiating salaries and getting paychecks before holidays. She spent many years on various legislative committees. As one of ten founders of the Austin Area Federal Teachers Credit Union, she proudly held passbook #3. Mary Lou received lifetime memberships in PTA's of four schools where she taught. She was a 50-year member of Alpha Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International and received the Chapter Achievement Award. She was a longtime member of Austin Retired Teachers Association and Texas Retired Teachers Association, the University Ladies Club and its travel and stitchery groups, the Optimistic Garden Club, and the American Association of University Women. She received her first camera in 1933 and presented hundreds of slide shows for Austin groups. She served on the board of the Senior Citizens Center and organized the Arm Chair Travel Group. She was awarded the Senior Working for Seniors Award. Mary Lou touched many lives in a positive way. She thoroughly enjoyed her 90th birthday party attended by 200 friends. Mary Lou is survived by nieces and nephews; Jane Gore (Don), Walter Saunders, Jr. (Mary Lelia), Ouida Smith, Steve Smith (Alice), Stan Smith, Mike Gregory (Delaney), Phillip Mitchell (Diane) and Marcella Houston (Ken) and numerous great nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dr. Laura Guerrero and to longtime friends Tom & Marie Brown, Julie & Eric Pastor, Glenda & Joe Black and Margaret Jensen. A private family burial in Frost, Texas is planned. Memorials may be made to the Austin Retired Teachers Association Scholarship Foundation; Linda Harvey; 5602 Westminster Drive; Austin, TX 78723.

Notes:

• Frost Cemetery, Frost, Navarro Co., TX [assumed]
• Austin American-Statesman - Nov 3, 2010

Rufus Loyd Davidson
May 11, 1927 - Oct 8, 2010

Jerry Dwight "Jay" Wickware
Mar 18, 1960 - Oct 9, 2010

Mr. J. D. "Jay" Wickware, 50, of Frost, passed away Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. He was born March 18, 1960, in Amarillo to Rebecca and Jerry Wickware. Mr. Wickware was a long-time resident of the community, living in Frost for 25 years. In 1986, he met his future wife, Sandra Dotson, in Corsicana. They married in 1989 and started their business, Corsicana Tees, in Corsicana in 1991. He was devoted to his family and dedicated to his business. In his spare time, he was an avid golfer. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Sandra Wickware of Frost; sons, Brandon Neasby and wife Jenny of Springfield, Mo., Blaine Neasby and wife Candice of Springfield, Mo., and Jeffrey Wickware and wife Aubree of Frost; daughter, Amy Crayton and husband Sherman of Frost; parents, Rebecca Griffin of Frost, and Jerry Wickware of Springfield, Mo.; brother, Jeffrey W. Wickware of Springfield, Mo.; sister, Hellen Miller of Minneapolis, Minn.; six granddaughters and three grandsons. Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, at Frost Baptist Church with Bro. Grady Cashion officiating. Interment will follow at Frost Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Timmy Drago, Joe Longo, Mark Wood, Brandon Neasby, Jeffrey D. Wickware, and Sherman Crayton. Honorary Pallbearers are Jeffrey W. Wickware and Bill Yoho. Arrangements by Corley Funeral Home, Corsicana.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun Mon Oct 11, 2010, 09:47 PM CDT

Jennifer Nicole Wright
June 19, 1989 - April 5, 2010

James Edward Woolley
July 30, 1923 - Aug 27, 2010

Notes:

• Published in Austin American-Statesman on August 28, 2010
• Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, Killeen, Bell Co., TX

Lee Roy Johnson
June 12, 1922 - Oct 24, 2010

Lee Roy Johnson, 88, passed away Oct. 24, 2010. Mr. Johnson was born June 12, 1922, to the late Alonzo and Lillie Johnson. He confessed Christ at an early age, and was educated in the Round Rock Independent School District. He united in holy matrimony to Emma Mae Johnson on June 12, 1948. To that union a son, Adrain, was born. He was a faithful member of the Saints Delight United Methodist Church where he taught Sunday School for 55 years. He was also a district delegate at numerous annual conferences of the United Methodist Church, where he also served as District Director of Lay Speaking, and Chairperson of Religion and Race. Mr. Johnson left an indelible mark on his family, friends and community. He worked for the Frost Independent School District as a custodian, bus driver and maintenance employee for more than 40 years until his retirement in 1989. He was also a long time volunteer scoreboard operator at Frost High School, where he never missed a single home game in 50 years. He was featured in a 2005 Corsicana Daily Sun article for his volunteer efforts. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Abraham and Alonzo, Jr.; and four sisters, Gertrude Haywood, Ruby Melrose, Fannie Hill, and Marjorie Johnson. Survivors include his wife, Emma Mae; Son, Adrain and his wife Versie; Grandson, Jonathon; Great-grandchildren, Kaniyah and Jayveon; he is also survived by a sister, Sarah Shaw. Visitation will be 5 to 6 p.m., and the wake will follow at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, at Marshall and Marshall, Hillsboro Chapel; There will be an additional visitation from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, at Frost ISD Performing Arts Center. Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, at the Frost Independent School District Performing Arts Center, with Pastor Roderick Miles officiating. Interment will follow at Ridge Park Cemetery in Hillsboro. In lieu of flowers memorials in honor of the life and legacy of Lee Roy Johnson should be donated to the Sheppard Foundation/Lee Roy Johnson, Attn.: Joe Brooks, 616 Mills Place, Corsicana, Texas 75110; or the Education Foundation for the North Forest Independent School District, Attn.: Nakisha Myles, 6010 Little York Road, Houston, Texas 77016. Arrangements by Marshall & Marshall Funeral Directors.

Doris Jean (Crook) Tarkington
Oct 9, 1938 - Nov 3, 2010

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun, Corsicana, Texas Nov 4, 2010

Ruby Faye Rhynes Evans
d. Nov 11, 2010

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun, Corsicana, Texas - Nov 18, 2010

Elton Mosley
d. Nov 14, 2010

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun, Corsicana, Texas - Nov 18, 2010

Mary Ella (Franks) Railey-Phillips
Oct 6, 1928 - Nov 18, 2010

Mrs. Mary Railey Phillips, 82, of Corsicana, passed away Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010, at Scott & White Rehab Center in Waco. She was born Oct. 6, 1928, in Corsicana to Clara and Thomas Franks. Mrs. Phillips was a member of Eastern Star, VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Fannin PTA, and a supporter of 4H, the Baseball Youth League, and Campfire Youth. She was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church of Corsicana. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edmund Railey in 1970; and husband, Raymond Phillips in 1987; brothers, Clifton Franks, Jasper Franks and Ershel T. Franks. Survivors include her son, Eddie Railey of Corsicana; daughter, Melanie Hyder and husband Bill of Kerens; grandson, Blake Hyder of Denver, Colo.; step-grandchild, Bobbie Hyder of Waco; great-grandchildren, James Hyder of Kerens, and Justin Cooper of Fairfield; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, at Corley Funeral Home. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21, 2010, at Corley Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Gary Colburn officiating. Interment will follow at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery. Pallbearers are James Hyder, Blake Hyder, Neal Williams, Jackie Farmer, Billy Richards, and Jay Payne. Memorial contributions may be made to Texas Scottish Rite Hospital at 2222 Welborn St., Dallas, Texas 75219. Arrangements by Corley Funeral Home, Corsicana.

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun, Corsicana, Texas - Nov 18, 2010

Tommie Lee (Calvert) Bryant
Feb 28, 1944 - Sep 20, 2010

Tommie Lee Bryant "MaMaw" Corsicana - Tommie Lee Bryant "MaMaw", 66, of Corsicana, passed away Sept. 20, 2010, in Corsicana. She was born Feb. 28, 1944, in Dallas to William A. and Laura Lou Calvert. She was known as "MaMaw" to everyone. She was a member of That Church and took orders for Angel Food Ministries. She enjoyed listening to Southern Joy. She was loved and will be missed for ever. She is preceded in death by her parents, William A. "Buddy" Calvert and Laura "Lou" Powell Calvert; daughter, Tina Ann; two great grandchildren, Hunter and Kyle; and five brothers and sisters. Survivors include her husband Bobby Bryant of Corsicana; children, Suzie McGee and husband Doyle of Corsicana, Laura Young and husband Alex of Red Oak, Patty Fosnight and husband James of Shamrock; sister, Bobbie Travis of Dallas; seven grandchildren, Jennifer and Tony Moreau, Tammie and Stephen Ammons, Sandra and Josh Blakeslee, and Robin and Andrew Perdue, Amy Young, Elizabeth Fosnight, Kaylee Fosnight; she is also survived by five great grandchildren Peyton, Conner, Abigale, Rebekah, and Kylee Camaro. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home with Mike Howell officiating. Interment will follow at Dresden Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Timmy Calvert, and members of That Church. There will be one honorary pallbearer, Peyton McGee. Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home.

Sep 21, 2010

Joe Glen Venable Sr.
Mar 15, 1945 - Mar 24, 2010

Joe Glen Venable Sr., 65, of Navarro Mills passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2010, at his home. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 26, at Wade Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Saturday, March 27, at Wade Funeral Chapel in Hubbard with the Rev. Troy Sykes officiating. Masonic graveside services will follow at Dresden Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Justin Venable, Drew Wheeler, Wade Venable, Glen Fuller, Ken Haws and Dennis Shifflett. Honorary pallbearers will be Don Perry and Dugan Williamson. Joe was born March 15, 1945, in Hillsboro to Ewell Glenn and Allie Jean (Smith) Venable. He was a graduate of Avalon High School and worked in A/C refrigeration the majority of his life. Joe also had roofed homes, worked at the Navarro Pecan Company in Corsicana and was the current owner of the Frog Branch Saloon in Malone. He was a Methodist and a Mason. Joe was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife, Christene Venable of Navarro Mills; son, Joe Glen Venable Jr. and wife Rhonda of Scurry; daughter, Michelle Thomas and husband Jeff of Palmer; daughter, Stephanie Wheeler and husband Chris of Krum; stepson, Daniel Keele and wife Amber of Azle; stepdaughter, Amanda Murrell and husband Kenneth of Huntington; and grandchildren, Justin Venable and wife Lana, Meagan Venable, Wade Venable, Drew Wheeler, Raylee Thomas, Danny and Ivie Keele, and Savannah, Bradley and Christopher Murrell. Memorials may be made to Methodist Children's Home, 1111 Herring Ave., Waco, TX 76708; Masonic Children and Family Services, 338 Grapevine Highway, Hurst, TX 76054; or American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Arrangements by Wade Funeral Home, Hubbard.

Doris Alford Lewis
d. Mar 12, 2008

Doris Alford Lewis, 77, of Corsicana passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2008, at her residence. Services will be 2 p.m. today at Mount Olive Baptist Church with the Rev. Alfred Cox officiating. Interment will follow at Woodland Cemetery. Arrangements by Scott Funeral Home.

Evelyn “Tootsie” Cooper
d. Mar 10, 2008

Evelyn "Tootsie" Cooper, 81, of Corsicana passed away Monday, March 10, 2008 at Navarro Regional Hospital. Services will be 11 a.m. today at Lifeline Fellowship Church, 5301 West Highway 31, with Pastor Charles Washington officiating. Interment will follow at Woodland Memorial Park. Arrangements by Ross and Johnson Mortuary.

Nathaniel Kelly Jr.
Aug 14, 1928 - Mar 10, 2008

Nathaniel Kelly Jr., 79, of Corsicana passed away Monday, March 10, 2008 at his residence. Services will be 2 p.m. today at Kelly Temple COGIC. Interment will follow at Timothy Cemetery in Timothy. Arrangements by Ross and Johnson Mortuary.

Hazel Andrews McNeeley
Mar 23, 1926 - Apr 30, 2010

Hazel Andrews McNeeley, age 84, passed away Friday, April 30. She was born March 23, 1926 in Elm Flat, Texas. Hazel was a graduate of Kerens High School. She married Robert (Bob) McNeeley in 1946 and chose to devote herself to her family as a homemaker; a decision for which her two sons will be forever grateful. She was a wonderful cook and found much joy in hosting family and friends in her home and making sure no one left hungry or empty-handed. Hazel was a long-time member of First Baptist Church in Kerens and was also a member of the Athens Chapter #177, Order of Eastern Star. Hazel is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Larry and Elaine McNeeley of Granbury, and Bobby and Bonnie McNeeley of Eureka; granddaughters Dr. Wendy McNeeley of Brownwood, and Regina Rogers and husband William of Tehuacana; grandson Terry McNeeley and wife Marie of McKinney; great-granddaughters, Alex Garcia of Tehuacana and Chloe McNeeley of McKinney; sister, Barbara Dannelley and husband Rod of Ontario, California; brother-in-law, Ted McNeeley and wife Kaye of Corvallis, Oregon; sister-in-law Emilie McNeeley of Roseburg, Oregon; and numerous nieces and nephews. Hazel was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Bob McNeeley; granddaughter, Tammy McNeeley; parents, Clyde, Sr. and Gertha Andrews; brother, Clyde Andrews, Jr.; and sister-in-law Darlene Andrews. The family requests that memorials be made to The Tammy McNeeley Memorial Scholarship at Texas Tech University, Box 42073, Lubbock, TX 79409, the Kerens First Baptist Church Building Fund, or charity of your choice. Family visitation will be held Sunday, May 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Paschal Funeral Home, Kerens. Services will be 1 p.m. Monday, May 3, at Paschal Funeral Home, Kerens with Rev. Wes Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Long Prairie Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dwain Andrews, Shane Gormly, Chad Gormly, Norton Conner, Eddie McNeese and Derek Kamp. Arrangements by Paschal Funeral Home, Kerens, Texas

Ethel "Mae" (Lively) Reed
Mar 8, 1950 - June 15, 2010

Services for Ethel "Mae" Lively Reed, 60, of Tyler, will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, June 18, at Christ Episcopal Church, 118 S. Bois d'Arc Ave., Tyler, with the Rev. Kirkland Knight and the Rev. Dr. Stephen Stine officiating. Ethel went to the Lord on Tuesday, June 15, 2010. She was born March 8, 1950, in Elmwood to Robert Bee Lively and Lady Bell Ward Lively. Ethel is survived by her husband Toby Reed of Tyler; sons, David Eastman of Seagoville, Christopher Eastman of Columbus, Ohio, Benjamin Reed and wife Julia and Stephen Reed and wife Stephanie, all of Tyler; daughter, Angel Sironen and husband Louis of Arlington; Katherine Eastman of Columbus, Ohio; Opal Mae and Lena Jewel Roberts, her great-nieces; six grandchildren, Zeke, Blake, Emma Kate, Stephen "Scooter," Austin and Stormy; and several nieces and nephews; sister, Lavenda Macias of Palestine; William Lively Jr. and wife Violet and Robert D. Lively and wife Margaret, all of Houston. She is also survived by her aunt, Vera Green of Palestine. She was preceded in death by her sister, Valda Phillips. Ethel worked for many years with her husband, Toby, in his professional practice. She was a member of Christ Episcopal Church. She cherished her children and family and tirelessly, in all her efforts in life, tried to show this love for them all. Pallbearers will be Allen Friberg, Shelly Smyth, Pete Mendolia, Robert Reed, Benjamin Reed and Stephen Reed. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 17, at Stewart Family Funeral Home, 7525 Old Jacksonville Highway, Tyler. Interment will be at Younger Cemetery in Silver City. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ethel's behalf to the Christ Church Building Fund or the Audubon Society. Arrangements by Stewart Family Funeral Home, Tyler

Barbara Jo (Patrick) Whisnant
Aug 18, 1956 - Oct 7, 2010

Cora L. "Bill" (Parker) Berry
Feb 22, 1906 - Apr 10, 1989

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• View Obituary Clipping

Monte Sedgeley
Feb 14 - March 27, 1916

Notes:

• Submitted by James H. Douglas, Michigan

Ethel (Douglas) Whiddon
abt 1885 - Oct 6, 1974

Notes:

• Submitted by James H. Douglas, Michigan

Robert Emmett Douglas
Jun 12, 1895 - Mar 14, 1970

• Submitted by James H. Douglas, Michigan

James Huey Douglas
Jan 5, 1855 - Aug 23, 1936

Notes:

• Submitted by James H. Douglas, Michigan
• Oakwood cemetery

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J. H. DOUGLAS WAS BURIED SUNDAY FROM METHODIST CHURCH

PIONEER CORSICANA RESIDENT PASSED AWAY AT AN EARLY HOUR SUNDAY

Funeral services for J. H. Douglas, aged 80 years, native Texan and long-time resident of Corsicana and Navarro county, who died Sunday morning at 2 o'clock, were held from the First Methodist church Sunday afternoon at 5:30 o'clock with interment in Oakwood cemetery. The rites were conducted by Rev. T. Edgar Neal, pastor of the church. Sons and sons-in-law were pallbearers. Songs were rendered by the church.

Mr. Douglas was born in Smith county, Texas, near Tyler, Jan. 5, 1855 and spent his early life in that area. His parents moved to New Orleans for several years. Mr. Douglas attended school at Tehuacana.

He was married to Fannie McAfee, Sept. 5, 1878, and to this union twelve children were born. Mrs. Douglas and one child died a number of years ago.

Surviving are eleven children, Mrs. W. M. Wilson, Corsicana; W. J> Douglas, Corsicana, Miss Emorene Douglas, Corsicana, Robert E. Douglas, Corsicana; J. H. Douglas, Jr., St. Louis; Mrs. R. C. Whiddon, Gainesville; A. C. Douglas, Dallas; Mrs. Marcia Brown, Dallas; H. H. Douglas, Fort Worth; Roy Douglas, Anahuac, and Mrs. T. J. Jackson, Kilgore, and a number of grandchildren and other relatives.

Mr. Douglas joined the Methodist church when a young man and had been a faithful member through the years.

Sutherland – McCammon Funeral Home directed the services.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Monday, August 24, 1936
• Submitted by Diane Richards
• h/o Fannie M. (McAfee) Douglas; s/o John Monroe Douglas & Julia Emily (Kennedy) Douglas

Columbus Brown
d. 1900

Notes:

• The Dallas Morning News - Aug 1, 1900

Lavenia F. (Laverty) Watkins
abt 1855 - Jul 28, 1900

Notes:

• The Dallas Morning News - Aug 1, 1900

Lillie Geraldean (Minefee) Putman
Mar 15, 1931 - Nov 13, 2010

Lillie Geraldean Putman, 79, passed away Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at her home surrounded by family and friends. She was born March 15, 1931, in Barry. She was the daughter of Joe and Lillie Minefee. Geraldean was very active at First Baptist Church of Blooming Grove, where she served on various committees throughout her lifetime. She adored her husband Ralph, was an exceptional mother to her children and a cherished "MeMa" to her grandchildren. Geraldean was preceded in death by her father, Joe Minefee; mother, Lillie Minefee; stepmother, Emma Lee Minefee; brother, Junior Minefee; and granddaughter Jennifer Gibson. Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Ralph; daughters, Doris Lynch and husband Ron of Corsicana, Pam Gibson and husband Mike of Corsicana, Diane Gibson and husband Jim of Red Oak; son, Jimmy Putman and wife Jayme of Navarro Mills; grandchildren, Kerri Lynch Barham and husband Scott of Corsicana, Matt Lynch and wife Kristen of Blooming Grove, Michael Gibson and wife Natalie of Houston, Amye Putman DeChaume and husband Hubert of Dawson, Rusty Putman of Corsicana, Shane Gibson and wife Melissa of Red Oak, Christy Gibson Praytor and husband Eddie of Fairfield; fourteen great grandchildren; sisters, Laverne "Sis" Fullerton of Corsicana, and Oda Lee Nutt and husband Ray of Athens; she is also survived by her brother, James Minefee and wife Karri of Teague. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home in Corsicana. A celebration of Geraldean's life will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010, at the First Baptist Church, 205 E. Second St., Blooming Grove. Interment will follow at Dresden Cemetery. Pallbearers will be the Deacons of First Baptist Church of Blooming Grove, Ricki Crenshaw, Don McGraw, Jake Melton, Larry Farish, Roland Southard, Boyd Bryant, Roy Harris, Billy Nelson, Ricky McGraw and Bubba Fitzgerald. The family wishes to express their love and gratitude to Nancy Melton who so faithfully loved, cherished and cared for our wonderful wife and mother. Heartfelt love and gratitude to Sarah Keele and Shawnda Witherspoon with Hospice of Cedar Lake for their patience and loving care given to our wife and mother. "You can't lose someone if you know where they are going." Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Blooming Grove, or to Texas Alzheimer's Association, 7610 N. Stemmons, Ste. 600, Dallas TX 75207, or Hospice of Cedar Lake, 625 N. Main St., Corsicana, TX 75110. Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, Corsicana. ∞

Thomas Michael Ferguson
July 18, 1977 - Nov 25, 2010

Roy Reese Hines, Sr.
Feb 23, 1916 - Nov 29, 2010

Roy Hines Sr., resident of Corsicana, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Nov. 29, 2010, in Corsicana at the age of 94. He was born in Gallatin, Tenn., on Feb. 23, 1916, to Oliver and Isabell Hines. He served his country during World War II in the Army Air Corp. Roy was dedicated and loved his wife, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Survivors include his wife of 71 years, Lona Hines of Corsicana; children, Mary Stout and husband Dan, Ann Riddle and husband Larry, and Roy Hines Jr., and wife Chris; he was blessed with seven grandchildren, Tammy Thomas, Reese Hines and wife Lori, Brandy Thompson and husband Lowell, John Riddle and wife Stephanie, Kirt Stout and wife Tori, Scott Riddle and wife Dana, and Greg Riddle and wife Mandy; he was also blessed with ten great grandchildren, Angel, Cassie, Emily, Sara, Lauren, Kieley Eli, Kirt Jr., Garrett, and Harley; and he is also survived by his step great grandchildren, Aly, Alex, Chance, Mason, Gregory, Grace, Trinaty, and Chace. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010, at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010, in the Chapel at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home with Bro. Bill Honea officiating. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery with Military Honors. Serving as pallbearers will be Reese Hines, Kirt Stout Jr., John James, K.C. Johnson, Lowell Thompson, and Scott Riddle. Honorary pallbearers will be Jeff Lovelace and Justin Koym. Arrangements by Griffin - Roughton Funeral Home, Corsicana.

Notes:

• Submitted by Karen Rost

Ronny “Curly” Wayne Ross
Mar 11, 1943 - Nov 27, 2010

Ronny “Curly” Wayne Ross, 67, passed away Nov. 27, 2010, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 11, 1943, to William McClain and Pauline Liza Ross in Dublin. Mr. Ross served on the Dallas Police Department for 30 years and retired at the rank of Sergeant. He was a helicopter pilot in the Vietnam War, and received a Bronze Star for his service in the Army. After retiring in 2002, he moved to Blooming Grove with his wife Barbara. He became a very active member in First Baptist Church of Blooming Grove, and was loved and admired by all who knew him. He gave of himself to everyone in need and was known as a very selfless individual. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife, Barbara; his son, Randy Ross; daughter, Rhonda and husband Matt Welch; grandsons, Will and Cade Welch; sister, Yvonne Maynard; niece, Debbie Slaton; mother-in-law, Mildred Kribbs; Curly is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews and a host of friends. The family is having a private graveside service at Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery with a police escort and military honors. A celebration service of the life of Ronny Wayne Ross will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010, at the First Baptist Church in Blooming Grove, with Bro. Grady Cashion officiating. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, Navarro Unit Memorials, 1000 W. Second Ave., Corsicana, TX 75110. Arrangements by Corley Funeral Home, Corsicana.

Arthur Nan Susan Patrick Jr.
Jan 20, 1920 - Nov 26, 2010

Arthur N.S. Patrick, Jr., passed away on Nov. 26, 2010, at Providence Hospital in Waco. He was born Jan. 20, 1920, in Waco to Arthur N.S. Patrick and Effie Middleton Patrick. Mr. Patrick's father was a telegrapher for the Southern Pacific Railroad, which caused the family to be transferred from Texas to Louisiana, and then back to Texas. His summers were spent near Richland working for his grandfather. Mr. Patrick graduated from Brownsville High School and Brownsville Junior College. He attended the University of Texas in Austin. While at UT he won the prestigious Loving Cup of College for debate. Mr. Patrick was then called to service by our nation during World War II, in which he served four years in the U.S. Army Air Force. He served in the Mediterranean, North Africa and Middle East theaters. He set into operation the Allies Meteorological Weather Station in North Africa, for which he received the prestigious award of The Legion of Merit. His other awards included the Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign medal with two Bronze Service Stars, World War II Victory Medal, and Honorable Service Lapel Button W.W.II. After the war he lived in Wyoming until the request came from family members to return to Richland to help with the family business. Mr. Patrick served as a director for the First National Bank in Richland in 1959. The bank moved to Corsicana in 1964 and became the Corsicana National Bank. Over the years he served in some capacity in Corsicana National Bank and Trust, First National Bank of Wortham, Powell Bank, First National Bank of Fairfield and Bank of Eustace. Arthur Patrick spent many years as an active participant in the Navarro County Historical Society. He served as president for two terms. He was named Historian of the Year in 1982. He also served on the Navarro County Historical Commission. He was a active longtime member of the Richland Methodist Church serving as treasurer and chairman of the board. Mr. Patrick also served as Mayor of Richland and was on the City Council for several years. In his later years he enjoyed ranching and wildlife. He won the Outstanding Wildlife Conservation Award for Freestone County and Leon County in 1987. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Doris Fay Ivy Patrick of Richland; son, Stephen Patrick of Santa Fe, N.M.; daughter, Ann Littrell and husband Lee Edward Littrell, Sr., of Corsicana; grandchildren, Selena Mathis and husband Marshall Mathis, Jr., of Richland, and Lee-Edward Littrell, Jr., of Corsicana; great grandchildren, Makenzia Mathis and Marshall Mathis III of Richland. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010, at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Nancy Schusler, Bruce Thomas, and the Rev. Charles Kelly officiating. Pallbearers will be Phillip Ivy, Jay Tidwell, Troy Hudson Jr., Robert New, Jessie Jones, Gary Summeral and Kyle Ward. Honorary pallbearers are Tim Stites, Lyle Red, Warren Awalt, Tim Cooper, Sydney Ivy and Mackie Ivy. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Richland Methodist Church. Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home.

Notes:

• WWII Biography
• Submitted by Karen Rost
• Richland Cemetery, Richland, Navarro Co., TX

Mary Margaret (Nail) Dunagan
Aug 10, 1920 - Nov 27, 2010

Mary M. Dunagan, 90, passed away Nov. 27, 2010. Survived by her son, Dana (Judy) Dunagan of Pueblo; brother, Jimmy (Elaine) Nail of Lubbock, Texas; grandchildren, Nathan L. Dunagan and Danell A. Dunagan-Valdez; great-grandchildren, Mathias Valdez and Jade C. Valdez; great-great grandchildren, Mario Valdez, Sophia Valdez and Zulema Valdez; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by her husband, Truitt L. Dunagan. Mary was born Aug. 10, 1920, in Wichita Falls, Texas to Clovis and Estella Nail. She retired from Tandy Corporation as an inspector. Viewing from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel, in Pueblo, Colo. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, at Emmett Baptist Church, 744 Farm to Market Road, in Emmett, Texas. Interment, Emmett Cemetery.

Notes:

• Pueblo Chieftain Tuesday Nov 30 2010 
• Submitted by Edward L. Williams

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Mary M. Dunagan, 90, passed away Nov. 27, 2010, in Pueblo, Colo.

Mary was born Aug. 10, 1920, in Wichita Falls to Clovis and Estella Nail. She retired from Tandy Corporation as an inspector.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Truitt L. Dunagan.

Survivors include her son, Dana Dunagan and wife Judy of Pueblo Colo.; brother, Jimmy Nail and wife Elaine of Lubbock; grandchildren, Nathan L. Dunagan and Danell A. Dunagan-Valdez; great grandchildren, Mathias Valdez and Jade C. Valdez; great great grandchildren, Mario Valdez, Sophia Valdez and Zulema Valdez; she is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, at Emmett Baptist Church with the Rev. Floyd Petersen officiating. Interment will be at Emmett Cemetery, in Emmett.

Arrangements by Montgomery & Steward Funeral Directors, Pueblo, Colo.

Local arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, Corsicana.

Notes:

• Submitted by Edward L. Williams

Lolene (Edmonds) Young
Oct 12, 1922 - Nov 28, 2010

John Albert Kamp
Dec 7, 1922 - Nov 26, 2010

John Albert Kamp, 87, passed away November 26, 2010 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 7, 1922 to Edward Albert and Freader Kamp in San Antonio, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents; E.A. and Freader Kamp; his wife, Valleen Kamp; and his grandson, Steve Maxwell. He is survived by his son; Roy Kamp and wife Freida of Kerens, Texas, daughter, Joan Maxwell and husband, Marc of Kerens, Texas; son; Phil Kamp and wife, Sandy of Rockwall, Texas and daughter Adalia (Dee Dee) Ward of Red Oak, Texas; granddaughter Deena Davis and husband, Braz of Kerens, Texas; grandson, Derek Kamp and wife, Carol of Kerens, Texas; grandson, Lance Kamp and wife Shalocka of Kerens, Texas grandson, Jim Maxwell of Wimberly, Texas; granddaughter, Jennifer Farmer and husband, Stan; grandson, Brandon Simmons and wife, Liz of Roundrock, Texas, granddaughter, Emily Kamp of Rockwall, Texas and grandson, Andy Ward of Red Oak, Texas. Mr. Kamp is survived by 12 great-grandchildren. Mr. Kamp worked most of his life for the City of Corsicana. He loved working in the yard and mowing the pastures, which he did up until the last few years. He spent many hours sitting on his porch visiting with his family and friends. He was a self educated, hard working man and he loved his family above all else. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 28, 2010 at Corley Funeral Home Chapel from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Funeral service will be on Monday, November 29, 2010 at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel at 10:00am. Pastor Rick Lamb will be officiating. Pallbearers are Derek Kamp, Lance Kamp, Jim Maxwell, Braz Davis, Stan Farmer, Brandon Simmons and honorary pallbearer is Andy Ward. Notes: Oakwood Cemetery, Corsicana, Navarro Co., Texas

Vestal (Cagle) Harris
May 29, 1923 - Nov 24, 2010

Mrs. Vestal Harris, 87, retired real estate broker, passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at Heritage Oaks Retirement Village. The sixth of eight daughters, Vestal was born on May 29, 1923 to Wesley and Paul Cagle in Blooming Grove, Texas. She was a member of Westside Baptist Church in Corsicana. Growing up in a large family, Vestal became an excellent cook. She enjoyed cooking until poor health prevented her from continuing to do so. She also enjoyed her real estate business and playing golf. Vestal was married to Johnny Harris for fifty-four years. He preceded her in death on April 30, 1997. She was also preceded in death by her son, Raymond on November 16, 1999, her parents, and five sisters. She is survived by her two daughters; Wanda Norris and husband Ron of Arlington, Betty Nell Gorman and husband A.R. (Bud) of Corsicana, grandchildren; Becky Hayslip, John Norris, Chuck Gorman, and Jeff Gorman, six great grandchildren, sisters; Billie Ruth Eaton and Doris Christian. Private services were held and interment was in Resthaven Memorial Park in Corsicana.

Deborah Dell (Harris) Slate
July 30, 1947 - Nov 30, 2010

Mrs. Deborah Harris Slate, age 63, passed away with her family at her side on November 30, 2010 in Lake Worth, Texas. She was born to Lyle Carlton Harris and Wilma Allein Mitchell on July 30, 1947 in Corsicana, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carlton and Allein Harris. She is survived by her son, Anthony Slate and wife Kristy of Keller, Texas; daughter, Stephanie Slate of Allen, Texas; grandchildren, Tristen Slate, Jeven Slate, Josh Selman of Keller, Texas; and Landon Parrish and Seth Parrish of Allen, Texas. Mrs. Slate was a member of the Custer Road United Methodist Church in Plano, Texas for 15 years. She was a very independent woman and her greatest love was her family. With her infectious laugh and witty humor, she could put a smile on anyone's face. She hardly ever missed an event in which any of her children participated. She had a hard seven month fight with Pancreatic cancer. Her family is deeply grateful to Brenda Campbell, her caregiver over the last few weeks of her life. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Services for Mrs. Slate will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, December 4, 2010 at Corley Funeral Home Chapel in Corsicana, Texas with Rev. Steve Moss officiating. Burial will follow at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery in Retreat, Texas. Pallbearers will be Shane Smith, Marc Berry, Trent Gibbs, Scott Gibbs, Shawn Harrison, and Clay Harrison. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lustgarten Foundation, at 1111 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage, NY 11714.

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Corsicana - Deborah Harris Slate, 63, passed away on Nov. 30, 2010, in Lake Worth with her family at her side. She was born to Lyle Carlton Harris and Wilma Allein Mitchell on July 30, 1947, in Corsicana. Services for Mrs. Slate will be held at noon on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, at Corley Funeral Home Chapel in Corsicana with the Rev. Steve Moss officiating. Interment will follow at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery in Retreat.

Sharon (Putman) Boofer
Aug 24, 1944 - Nov 30, 2010

Sharon Boofer, 66, resident of Corsicana, was escorted by angels to Heaven on Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, after a long battle with breathing problems. Sharon was born in Celeste on Aug. 24, 1944, to Lonnie Esamuel Putman and Willie Jewel Howell Putman. She worked as a seamstress for Hagger Slacks in Corsicana and as a waitress at Roy's Cafe, the Holiday Inn, and the Hickory House. She enjoyed making children's books and blankets. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Barbara Wyman; the father of her children, Claude Boofer; and a grandson, Benny Ray Huffman. Survivors include her children, Donna Huffman and her husband Johnny of Valley Mills, Claudia Huffman and husband Forrest of Corsicana, and C.J. Boofer also of Corsicana; grandchildren, Holly Huffman, McKenzie Huffman, Raven Huffman, Johnathan Huffman; great granddaughter, Tatum Renea Rojas; sister, Bonnie Martinez and husband Marty of Fort Worth; she is also survived by a brother Dwayne Putman of Wolfe City. Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010, at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, at Rice Cemetery in Rice, with Pastor Brian Upchurch officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be McKenzie Huffman, Raven Huffman, Johnathan Huffman, Jonathan Rojas, Benny Huffman and Dennis Albert. Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, Corsicana

W Odell Kelley
June 27, 1913 - Dec 3, 2010

W. Odell Kelley, 97, of Italy, passed away Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, at Trinity Mission Health and Rehab. He was born June 27, 1913, in Birome, to W.O. and Etta McCrakken Kelley. Odell was a lifetime member of the Italy Church of Christ. Odell was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Alice Vestal Kelley in 2004. He was also preceded in death by nine siblings. Survivors include two sons, James Kelley and wife Patsy of Kerens, and Garlan Kelley of Italy; one daughter, Sheron Ward and husband Jerry of Waxahachie; grandchildren, Scott Kelley and wife Dana of The Woodlands, Jana Thompson and husband Jeffrey of Southlake, Randy Ward and wife Kristin of Midlothian, Jerry Dan Ward and wife Tami of Conroe, and Gena Spurlock of Spring; nine great grandchildren; two sisters, Dorothy Ragland and husband Grady of Los Angeles, Calif., and Betty Ruth McGar and husband Harley of Fort Worth; two sisters-in-law, Faye Kelley of Rendon and Betty Thompson of Italy; he is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010, at the Boze-Mitchell-McKibbin Chapel in Italy. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at the Boze-Mitchell-McKibbin Chapel in Italy, with Mr. Walter Buchanan and Mr. Scott Kelley officiating. Interment will follow at the Dresden Cemetery. Arrangements by Boze-Mitchell-McKibbin Funeral Home in Waxahachie.

Notes:

• First Name is only inital "W" per his son, James Alton Kelley

James W. Powers
abt  1894 - Dec 1975

J. W. Powers
Funeral arrangements are pending at Calhoun Funeral Home for James W. Powers Sr., 81, 906 East Seventh Ave., who was dead on arrival at Memorial Hospital early Sunday.
Survivors include one son, James Powers Jr., San Antonio.

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun, Monday, December 22, 1975

James Elmer Shelton
Oct 4, 1882 - Jun 7, 1957

Retired Farmer Dies At Frost
James E. Shelton, 74, retired farmer, native of Nacona, Texas, died at his home in Frost Friday following an extended illness. Funeral services will be held from the First Methodist church in Frost Sunday at 2 p.m. with burial in the Frost Cemetery. The rites will be conducted by Rev. Earl G. Harper pastor.
Shelton had resided in the Frost community since 1904.
Surviving are his wife of Frost; six sons, D. M. Shelton, bowie; W. T. and Rev. W. J. Shelton, both of Waco; C. K. Shelton, Fort Worth; H. R. Shelton, Winnipeg, Canada; and Billy Joe Shelton, Frost: a daughter, Mrs. D. E. Bryant, Garland; seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, a half-sister, Mrs. Nora Goodman, Mertens; a half-brother, Claude Shelton, and other relatives.
McCormick Funeral service will direct.

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun - June 8, 1957
• View Obituary Clipping
• Husband of Charles Etta (McAfee) Shelton

Willie Hall "Bill" Steely. Sr.
d. Sept 1976

Services were at 10 a.m.
Monday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for W. H. (Bill) Steely, 65, resident of Corsicana, who died Sunday at Memorial Hospital.
The Rev. Kenneth Haley officiated, and burial was at Oakwood Cemetery.
He was a native of Corsicana, a member of the First Christian Church, and a retired employee of the Bethlehem Supply Company.
Survivors include a son, Willie Hall (Billy) Steely Jr. of Dallas; a daughter, Mrs. James (Alice) Landrum of Irving; four grandchildren, three greatgrandchildren, five brothers, Ernest Steely of Corsicana, Henry P. Steely, Orus Steely and Beauford Steely all of Dallas, and a brother-in-law, Barton Otis Bradley of Bay town; three sisters, Miss Margaret Steely of Tyler, Mrs.
Robert H. Colburn and Mrs. Louis Cole both of Dallas; stepmother, Mrs. C.R. Steely of Dallas.
Pallbearers were Marshall Weems, Travis Knight, Albert Fullerton, Hylan Davis, Francis Puckett, and Cecil Vickers.

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun - Monday, Sep 27, 1976

Margaret E. Rochelle
d. Sept 26, 1976

Mrs. Rochelle
Graveside services will be at 4 p.m. today at Oakwood Cemetery for Mrs. Margaret E. Rochelle, resident of Dallas, who died Sunday in Dallas.
The Rev. Fred Thompson of Kaufman will officiate. Services were at 2 p.m. today at St. Matthews Cathedral in Dallas.
Survivors include a son, William J. Rochelle Jr. of Dallas; two grandsons, William J. Rochelle III of New York City, N.Y. and Michael Richard Rochelle of Dallas.
Arrangements are with Corley Funeral Home.

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun - Monday, Sep 27, 1976

Harroll V. Gill
1900 - Nov 1971

H. V. Gill
Funeral services for Harroll V. Gill, 71, who died Sunday in Beaumont, were to be Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Corley Chapel, with
the Rev. Mickey Loftis officiating and bural in Oak Grove Cemetery at Kerens. A native of Kerens, he was a retired carpenter.
Surviving are one son, V.L. Gill of Vidor; two daughters, Mrs. lona Doby of Huntsville and Mrs. Floy Phillips of Vidor; 17 grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; four sisters, Mrs. Wilma Whitley and Mrs. Ruby Slina of Houston, Mrs. Dolly Rogers of Danbury and Mrs. Bessie Harrison of Roscoe; and two brothers, J.C. Gill of Houston and V.L. Gill of Louisiana.

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun - Monday, Nov 23, 1971

Mattie Eugenia (Bills) Coxsey
Oct 2, 1889 - Feb 22, 1938

NATIVE OF NAVARRO COUNTY BE BURIED EMMETT WEDNESDAY
Mrs. Mattie Coxsey. aged 49 years, of Timpson, died in the Methodist Hospital at Houston Tuesday morning at 8:20 o'clock.
Funeral services will be held at the- Emmett church Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock with Interment In the Emmett cemetery.
Mrs. Coxsey was a native of Navarro county and resided at Emmett for a number of years.
Surviving are her husband, Clarence Coxsey, Timpson; two daughters, Misses Essie Gene and Catherine Coxsey, both of Houston;
a son, Raymond Coxsey, Tlmpson; three brothers, G. A. Bills, J. R. Bills and L. G. Bills, all of Loving. Young county; and four sisters. Mrs. Hallie Ledford, Hubbard; Mrs. W. P. Moore, Emmett, and Mrs. Ed Moore and Mrs. I. L. Moore, both of Mustang, Denton county, and a number of other relatives, including a nephew and niece, Paul Moore and Miss Mayme Moore, both of Corsicana. Sutherland-McCamnion
Funeral Home will direct local arrangements.

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun - Feb 22, 1938

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FUNERAL SERVICES FOR MRS. COXSEY AT EMMETT WEDNESDAY
Funeral services for Mrs. Mattie Coxsey, aged 48 years, of Timpson, who died in the Methodist Hospital at Houston early Tuesday morning, were held Wednesday afternoon at the Emmett church with interment in the Emmett cemetery. Mrs. Coxsey was a native of Navarro county and resided here for a number of years.
Surviving are her husband, Clarence Coxsey, Timpson; two daughters, Misses Esse Gene and Catherine Coxsey, both of Houston; a son, Raymond Coxsey, Timpson; three brothers, G. A. Bills, J. R. Bills and L. G. Bills, all of Loving, Young county; four sisters, Mrs. Hallie Ledford, Hubbard; Mrs. W. P. Moore, Emmett; Mrs. Ed Moore and Mrs. I. L. Moore, both of Mustang, Denton county, and a number of other relatives including a nephew and niece, Paul Moore and Miss Mayme Moore, both of Corsicana.
Sutherland-McCammon Funeral Home directed the arrangements.

Notes:

• Corsicana Semi-Weekly Light - Feb 25, 1938

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IN MEMORY OF MRS. C. R. COXSEY
I desire, in my feeble way, to pay tribute to the memory of a very dear friend and neighbor of mine, Mrs. C. R. Coxsey, who departed this life February 22, 1938, at the Methodist Memorial Hospital in Houston, Texas.
Mrs. Coxsey and I have been intimately associated ever since she and her family moved into our midst thirteen years ago. She possessed a quiet, gentle, sweet and retiring personality and a character beyond reproach. As a Christian she went about doing good at every opportunity. Her kind deeds and gentle words, so touchingly spoken, have eased the heartaches of many as well as to have lifted their crushed hopes back into the light of another day. As a mother, Mrs. Coxsey stood out as one nearing the ideal. The ambitions, high ideals, and the desire to be of service to humanity; of her children are living examples of the ponderings of Mrs. Coxsey's heart. As a wife she fulfilled her every duty. She and her husband seemed to have been one of those perfectly mated couples whose lives blended in splended harmony.
So to the family, relatives and friends of this beautiful and lovable personality and soul I would say as did James Whitcomb Riley in his poem:

AWAY
I can not say, and I will not say
That she is dead. - She is just away !
With a cherry smile, and a wave of the hand,
She has wandered into an unknown land.
And left us dreaming how very fair
It needs must be, since she lingers there.
And you - O you, who the wildest yearn
For the old-time step and the glad return ----
THink of her still as the same, I say:
She is not dead - she is just away!

Mrs. Coxsey was 48 years of age.  She united with the Methodist church at the age of elven years at Emmett, Texas.  Taught school at Jones Ranch, Navarro county, several years. She and her husband had been married 25 years.  She was laid to rest in the family cemetery at Emmett Texas.
She is survived by her husband, Clarence R. Coxsey, and three children, Miss Essle Gene, a graduate nurse employed at the new Jefferson Davis Hospital, Houston; Katherine, doing second year work in nursing at the Jefferson Davis Hospital, and Raymond, a senior in Center high school. Brothers and sisters surviving are: G. A> J. R., and I. G. Bills, all of Loving, Tex.; Mrs. G. I. Ledford, Hubbard City, Tex.; Mrs. W. P. Moore, Emmett, Tex.; Mrs. Edd Moore and Mrs. I. L. Moore, Pilot Point. Tex.  -  A Friend

Notes:

• Timpson Daily Times (Timpson, Tex) Vol 37, No. 52, Ed. 1 Monday, March 14, 1938
• View Newspaper Clipping
• Submitted by Edward L. Williams

Essie Gene Coxsey
Aug 25, 1913 - June 14, 1973

Mrs. Coxsey
Graveside servies are set for 4 p.m. Sunday at the Emmett cemetery in Navarro County for Mrs. Essie Coxsey, 59, of Castroville, Calif., who died Thursday in Metairie, La. She was a retired nurse.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Dieu-Donne Joseph Guidry of Metairie, La.; a brother, Clarence Coxsey of Spring, Tex.; and a cousin, Paul Moore of Corsicana, Corley Funeral Home in Corsicana will direct.

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun - June 15, 1973, Page 3

Ellen Lee Patterson
d. June 14, 1973

Funeral services are set for 10 a.m. Saturday at the Lucas Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Worth for Mrs. Ellen Lee Patterson, of Fort Worth, who died Thursday in Fort Worth.
Graveside services are set for 3p.m. Saturday at Prairie Point Cemetery near Bazette in Navarro County.
Local arrangements are with Griffin Funeral Home. Survivors include a brother-in-law, C. A. Patterson of Corsicana.

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun - June 15, 1973

Daisy Bell (Anderson) Mc Neill-Ellington
Feb 15, 1884 - Jun 13, 1973

Mrs. Ellington
Funeral services were to be at 3:30 p.m. Friday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. Daisy Bell Ellington, 89, of
Corsicana who died Wednesday at Memorial Hospital.
The Rev. Gene Gardner was to officiate, with burial to follow in the Providence Cemetery.
Survivors include two sons, two daughters, 12 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun - June 15, 1973

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Mrs. Ellington

Services will be held Friday at 3:30 p.m. in the Corley Chapel for Mrs. Daisy Bell Ellington, 89, of Corsicana who died Wednesday at Memorial Hospital. The Rev. Gene Gardner will officiate, with burial to follow in the Providence Cemetery.

Mrs. Ellington was a native of Georgia and had lived in Corsicana for 23 years. Prior to this she had been a resident of the Providence community for many years.

A member of the Baptist Church, Mrs. Ellington is survived by two sons, Charlie M. Ellington of Corsicana and the Rev. M. G. McNeill of Haworth, Oklahoma; two daughters, Mrs. Aggie Burns and Mrs. B. E. Singleton, both of Corsicana; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thursday, June 14, 1973
• Submitted by Diane Richards
• 1st husband Willis Griffis McNeill married Dec. 17, 1905 2nd husband Charles Hill Ellington married Sep. 12, 1919; d/o Ocie Wylie Anderson & Janie Brooks (Land) Anderson

Virgie Mae Walker
Sep 27, 1912 - Jun 13, 1973

Mrs. Walker
Funeral services are set for 3 p.m. Saturday at the Wesley Chapel C. M. E. Church for Mrs. Virgie M. Walker, 60, of Corsicana,
who died Wednesday afternoon at Memorial Hospital.

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun - Jun 15, 1973

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Mrs. Walker

Funeral services are set for 3 p.m. Saturday at Wesley Chapel C.M.E. Church for Mrs. Virgie M. Walker, 60, of Corsicana, who died Wednesday afternoon at Memorial Hospital.

Rev. I. C. Timberlake, pastor, will officiate, and burial will be at Woodland Cemetery. Scott Funeral Home will direct.

She was a member of Wesley Chapel C.M.E. Church.

Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Frances Warrick, Miss Linda Walker and Mrs. Carmen Tariton; three sons, Robert Griffin, Martin Walker, and Melvin Walker; her mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Price J. Griffin; a brother, Price L. Griffin; a grandson and a granddaughter.

Notes:

• The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Jun 14, 1973
• Submitted by Diane Richards
• w/o Frank Walker; d/o Price B. Griffin & Dorothy (Brown) Griffin

She had been a resident of Emmett since 1906 and was a member of the Frost Baptist Church. Her husband, Tipton Dunagan, preceded her in death in 1965, and one son, L. V. Dunagan, preceded her in death in 1956.

Mrs. Dunagan
FROST—Funeral services were to be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Frost Baptist Church for Mrs. Mattie Dunagan, 81, of Emmett, who died Monday in a Corsicana nursing home. Burial was to be in the Emmett Cemetery.

Survivors include two sons, a daughter, a brother, E.E. Omberg of Frost, eight grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, three great-great- grandchildren, and three sisters.

Pallbearers were to be Clayton Smith, Lloyd Allison, Harold Pitts, Harry Rogers, Jerry Shelton, and Truitt Green.

Notes:

• Corsicana Daily Sun - Wednesday, Dec 13, 1972
  Submitted by Diane Richards