F. M. Edwards,
Rev.
abt 1879 - Dec
11, 1924
TEXAS MISSIONARY DIED SUDDENLY IN
SAO PAULO,
BRAZIL
REF. F. M.
EDWARDS, NATIVE
OF DAWSON,
NAVARRO COUNTY,
DIES
Dawson, Texas,
Dec. 15.- Ollie
Edwards, banker
of this city,
late Saturday
received a
cablegram
announcing the
death of his
brother, Rev. F.
M. Edwards, a
missionary in
Sao Paulo,
Brazil, last
Thursday, the
11th instant.
His death came
very suddenly,
resulting from a
stroke of
paralysis. The
remains will be
brought to the
United States
for interment at
his old home at
Dawson.
Rev. F. M.
Edwards was
reared at
Dawson, Navarro
county, Texas,
where his
mother, a
brother,
sisters, and
other relatives
still reside. He
was educated at
Baylor
University,
graduating with
the class of
1906. He also
attended the
Southern Baptist
Theological
Seminary at
Louisville,
Kentucky. He was
about forty-five
years of age,
was married, and
had been a
missionary in
Brazil for ten
or more years.
At a meeting of
the Baptist
World Alliance
held in
Stockholm,
Sweden, in 1923,
Missionary
Edwards was
appointed a
member of the
executive of
committee of
that body to
represent
Brazil.
Notes:
William F.
�Uncle Billy�
Bellows
1854 - Oct 4,
1924
DAWSON MAN WAS
MANGLED BY TRAIN
SATURDAY NIGHT
BILLY BELLOWS,
AGED 65, FOUND
BESIDE COTTON
BELT TRACKS
Special to the
Sun.
Dawson, Texas,
Oct. 6.�Billy
Dellows, age
about 85 years,
was found dead
on the Cotton
Belt right of
way between here
and Purdon early
this morning. It
is thought that
he was killed by
a train some
time Saturday
night as he got
on a train here
Saturday night
and got off at
Purdon. It is
thought that he
had started back
down the track
after getting
off at Purdon
and was run
over. His body
was badly
mangled.
He is a bachelor
and lives near
here. He has no
known relatives
in this
community and
familiarly known
as �Uncle
Billy.�
Funeral services
will probably be
held this
afternoon with
burial in the
Dawson Cemetery.
Notes:
Marietta E.
(Gill) Garner
Jul 30, 1854 -
Feb 1922
Stricken With
Paralysis.
Mrs. E. P.
Garner suffered
a stroke of
paralysis Friday
and has been in
a serious
condition since.
She has not been
able to talk,
and has been in
a semi-conscious
condition. For
several days it
was thought she
might not
survive the
attack, but was
reported better
Wednesday
afternoon. The
many friends of
the family
sincerely hope
she may recover.
Notes:
----
PROMINENT
LADY DEAD.
Died in Dawson
After a Brief
Illness of
Paralysis.
Mrs. E. P.
Garner, aged 67
years, died at
the family home
in Dawson
yesterday
morning at 9:40
after a brief
illness
following a
stroke of
paralysis. The
deceased was a
daughter of the
late Capt. Gill,
who was for many
years one of the
county's best
known citizens.
She is survived
by her husband,
and five
children, James
Garner, Mrs. Lee
Holliday, Mrs.
Vick Lawrence
and Miss Carrie
Garner of
Dawson, and Ed
Garner of
Ringling, Okla.,
and by two
sisters, Mrs.
Joe Woodard of
Jester and Mrs.
J. L. Cox of
Corsicana, and
one brother, J.
l. Gill of
Dallas. The
funeral took
place this
afternoon at 2
o'clock and was
largely
attended.
Notes:
---
DAWSON NEWS.
(The Dawson
Herald.)
Mrs. E. P.
Garner Dead.
Mrs. Marietta
Garner, wife of
E. P. Garner
passed away at
her home in
Dawson Monday
morning at 9:40
o'clock, after
having had an
attack of
paralysis some
ten days before.
During the time
since the attack
she was in a
very serious
condition and
semi-consciousness
most of the
time. However
she was thought
to be improving
until Friday. We
understand she
had several
strokes of
paralysis-----January
12th, which was
----------.
Mrs. Garner had
reached the age
of 67 years, 6
months and 20
days, having
been born July
30, 1954. She
came to Texas
with her parents
from-----when
she was four
years of age on
August 21, 1873.
She was married
to E. P. Garner.
To this union
----children
were born, five
of which
survive, as
follows: J. G.
Garner, Mrs.
Laura Holiday,
Miss Carrie
Garner, Minnie
Lawrence of this
place, and E. C.
Garner of
Ringling,
Oklahoma. All of
the children
were present at
the time of her
death except E.
C., who arrived
in time for the
funeral. Mrs.
Garner was a
member of the
Cumberland
Presbyterian
church, she
having been
---in childhood.
She was a
faithful
follower of her
Master----unassuming
and admired by
all who knew
her.
Funeral service
was held at the
Cumberland
church Tuesday
afternoon
at----conducted
by Rev. A. A.
-----assisted by
Rev. J. T.
Mc----which a
large number
followed her to
the Dawson
cemetery where
it was laid to
rest to wait
resurrection.
Notes:
Henderson
Washington
"Uncle Pat"
Patterson
Feb 4, 1842 -
Sep 25, 1922
DAWSON NEWS.
(The Dawson
Herald.)
H. W. Patterson
Passes Away
Our town was
sadden Monday
morning when the
report gained
circulation that
one of our
oldest and most
highly esteemed
citizens, H. W.
Patterson, had
died at his home
that morning at
12:30 o'clock,
after having
been confined to
his bed only a
few days. Uncle
Pat (as he was
familiarly
known) had been
in feeble health
for some two
years, but was
able to visit
among his
neighbors, in
which he took a
great pleasure,
and walk around
in his immediate
vicinity up
until a few days
before his
death.
Mr. Patterson ws
born in Alabama,
and had reached
the ripe old age
of 80 years, 7
months and 21
days. He came to
Texas in 1877,
settling at
Prairie Lee, in
Caldwell county,
thence to Dawson
in 1900. He was
married to Miss
Margaret Ann
Norman in
Alabama on Jan.
13, 1869, and to
the union six
children were
born, four of
whom are living,
as follows: W.
M. Patterson,
Mrs. R. P.
Morter and Miss
Lillie
Patterson, of
Dawson, and T.
E. Patterson, of
Hillsboro, all
of whom,
together with
his wife, were
present at the
time of his
death. Uncle Pat
was a member of
the Methodist
church, he
having been
converted and
joined that
church some 22
years ago. He
spent four years
in the
Confederate army
fighting for his
Southland.
The funeral
service was held
at the Methodist
church Monday
afternoon at 4
o'clock,
conducted by
Rev. A. E.
Carraway, of
Corsicana,
assisted by
Revs. Clark,
Young and
McKeown, of this
city, and Rev.
Foster of
Hillsboro, after
which the
remains were
laid to rest in
the
Dawson cemetery.
Notes:
Margaret Ann
(Norman)
Patterson
Nov 19, 1849 -
May 19, 1931
Aged Resident of
Dawson Community
Buried
Wednesday.
DAWSON, May
22.�Mrs. M. A.
Patterson, aged
81 years, native
of Mississippi,
and resident of
this community
for the past 31
years, died
Tuesday after an
extended illness
and the funeral
was held
Wednesday with
interment in the
Dawson cemetery.
Surviving are
two sons, W. M.
Patterson,
Dawson, and T.
F. Patterson,
Hillsboro; two
daughters, Mrs.
R. P. Morter and
Miss Lillie
Patterson, both
of Dawson; one
brother, Z. P.
Norman, San
Antonio; and one
sister, Mrs. W.
H. Young,
Hillsboro.
Notes:
Margaret (Lewis)
Roberts
Dec 11, 1919 -
Oct 15, 2016
Margaret
Lewis Roberts died peacefully at
her daughter's home on Saturday,
Oct. 15, 2016, in Woodway. She
was born Dec. 11, 1919, to Ann
Word Lewis and Harry Fairchild
Lewis of Waco.
She graduated from Waco High
School and attended Baylor
University and Texas University,
where she was a member of Delta
Delta Delta sorority.
In 1941 Margaret married Jerry
Bing Roberts of Port Arthur,
where they resided until Jerry
joined the Armed Forces. When he
returned after several years in
the South Pacific, they settled
in Waco and built their home on
Arroyo Rd., which was in those
days ranch land.
Gulf Oil Corp., his employer,
transferred the family to
various cities in Texas,
Arkansas and Oklahoma, where she
enjoyed each new home and became
involved in church, civic, and
political activities. Retirement
brought them back to Corsicana
where the Rotary Club named
Margaret a Paul Harris Fellow in
Jerry's memory because of his
accomplishments.
Margaret had a passion for
travel which took her all over
the world. In 2003 she returned
to live in Waco to be near her
daughter, Lucinda Peeples, and
her grandson, Chip. She was able
to return to her childhood
church of St. Paul's Episcopal
Church and once again became
active in Waco activities.
She is survived by her daughter
and grandson; a niece in Toluca
Lake, California and four
nephews in Georgetown, South
Carolina.
Services will be held at 2 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 29, at Christ
Church Waco, held in the Eagle
Academy School Chapel, 6125
Bosque Blvd., Waco.
The family wishes to thank Kim
with Home Instead Senior Care
and Southern Care Hospice for
their loving care and Al Joslin
for his gift of music, both
singing and playing the piano,
and special friendship. The
family also wishes to thank the
priests of Christ Church Waco
and St. Alban's for their time
in prayer and ministry. Also,
for the many friends who
visited. We will all miss her
energy, good spirit and
optimism.
In lieu of flowers, the family
requests donations be made to
Shriners Children's Hospital or
the charity of your choice.
Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey |
Notes:
Leonard Ray
Sanders
Jul 24, 1942 -
Oct 20, 2016
Leonard Ray
Sanders, 74, of
Frost, Texas
went home to the
Lord on
Thursday, Oct.
20, 2016 with
family by his
side.
He was born on
July 24, 1942 in
Pine Bluff,
Arkansas;
parents Ray and
Doris Sanders.
He married
Sandra Shear
Sanders on June
18, 1977.
He was preceded
in death by
father, Ray
Sanders and
sister, GayLynn
Eubanks.
Leonard is
survived by his
wife Sandi
Sanders; his
mother, Doris
Sanders; his
children, Brent
Sanders and wife
Paula, Dan
Whisenand, Paul
Whisenand and
wife Darla, and
Wendy Whisenand;
eight
grandchildren;
three
great-grandchildren.
He served in the
Texas Army
National Guard.
He was retired
and an active
member of Emmett
Church and his
community.
Leonard was
known by all to
be friendly,
unselfish, and a
good neighbor,
always there to
help and
encourage anyone
and everyone. He
loved the Lord,
his family and
his church
family.
The Celebration
of Life will be
held at Emmett
Church at 11
a.m. Saturday,
Oct. 29, 2016.
In lieu of
flowers,
contributions
may be made to
"Operation
Christmas Child
Fund" Emmett
Church, c/o Reva
Moore, 3339 NW
CR 4300, Frost,
Texas 76641, or
a favorite
charity.
Leonard touched
many lives and
will be missed
by loved ones,
friends and his
many four-legged
companions.
------
Leonard Ray
Sanders, 74, of
Frost, Texas
went home to the
Lord on
Thursday, Oct.
20, 2016 with
family by his
side.
He was born on
July 24, 1942 in
Pine Bluff,
Arkansas;
parents Ray and
Doris Sanders.
He married
Sandra Shear
Sanders on June
18, 1977.
He was preceded
in death by
father, Ray
Sanders and
sister, GayLynn
Eubanks.
Leonard is
survived by his
wife Sandi
Sanders; his
mother, Doris
Sanders; his
children, Brent
Sanders and wife
Paula, Dan
Whisenand, Paul
Whisenand and
wife Darla, and
Wendy Whisenand;
eight
grandchildren;
three
great-grandchildren.
He served in the
Texas Army
National Guard.
He was retired
and an active
member of Emmett
Church and his
community.
Leonard was
known by all to
be friendly,
unselfish, and a
good neighbor,
always there to
help and
encourage anyone
and everyone. He
loved the Lord,
his family and
his church
family.
The Celebration
of Life will be
held at Emmett
Church at 11
a.m. Saturday,
Oct. 29, 2016.
In lieu of
flowers,
contributions
may be made to
"Operation
Christmas Child
Fund" Emmett
Church, c/o Reva
Moore, 3339 NW
CR 4300, Frost,
Texas 76641, or
a favorite
charity.
Leonard touched
many lives and
will be missed
by loved ones,
friends and his
many four-legged
companions.
Notes:
Linda Jean
(Hutson)
Meredith
Jun 11, 1940 -
Sep 27, 2016
Linda
Jean Meredith was called
home to the Lord on
Sept. 27, 2016.
Beloved wife of Dale D.
Meredith; dear mother to
daughters Sarah E.
Meredith and Laura
(Brian) Geiger, and son
Timothy J. (Sophie)
Neal; doting grandmother
to Abigail, Augustus and
Isaac Geiger and Emily
Neal.
Jean, of Corsicana, and
Dale, of Odin, Illinois
made their home in
Amherst, New York, where
he is emeritus professor
at the State University
of New York at Buffalo
and pastor of University
Baptist Church of
Getzville, New York.
She graduated from
Mildred High School, Sam
Huston State University,
and Iowa State
University. Jean was
vital to the University
Baptist Church of
Getzville, New York, and
its ministries where she
was a founding member.
Her devotion to the
Christmas and Easter
plays and Vacation Bible
School over the past 28
years was well known,
and those special
activities touched the
lives of hundreds of
children.
In addition, Jean spent
countless hours helping
international students
as Baptist Campus
Minister at University
of Buffalo, as well as
helping refugee families
that came to Buffalo.
She welcomed everyone
into her home and her
life, and her greatest
honor was to be known as
"Grandma Jean" to all
those whose lives she
had touched.
Jean was preceded in
death by her parents
Enos and Opal Hutson.
She is survived by
brothers David
(Virginia) and Earle
(Amy), a sister Susan
(John) Bell, nieces,
nephews, and many
friends around the
world.
Family and friends are
invited to attend a
celebration of Jean's
life at Mildred Baptist
Church, 5502 S Hwy 287,
Corsicana, TX, Saturday,
November 12 at 11am with
lunch and visiting time
immediately following.
In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to
the University Baptist
Church, 790 Dodge Road,
Getzville, NY 14068 for
Grandma Jean Scholarship
fund for refugees.
|
Notes:
Charlton "Chuck"
Terry Warren
July 13, 1962 -
Nov 1, 2016
Charlton
"Chuck" Terry
Warren, 53, was born
July 13, 1962 and
passed away Nov. 1,
2016.
Chuck went to be
with his Lord and
Savior after a long
and courageous
battle with cancer.
He leaves behind his
parents, Pat and
Larry Warren;
sister, Tina
Traylor; brother,
Brian Warren and
grandfather, Square
Warren.
Private services
will be held on Nov.
6, 2016.
Many thanks to those
who provided the
family with
transportation and
support for the last
two years.
"God is real, Jesus
is risen; Give all
the glory and praise
to God."
These were Chucks
favorite words on a
daily basis. |
Notes:
Willie Mae Curry
abt 1935 - Oct
31, 2016
Willie Mae
Curry, 81, of
Corsicana passed
away on Monday,
Oct. 31, 2016 at
Trisun Care
Center.
Visitation will
be held from
noon to 7 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 4,
2016 at Scott
Funeral Home.
Funeral services
are set to begin
at 11 a.m.
Saturday, Nov.
5, 2016 at
Second Mission
Baptist Church
where Paul Redic
serves as
pastor. Pastor
Samson Wilson
officiating and
Rev. L.L. Polk,
Sr., eulogist.
Arrangements
made by Scott
Funeral Home.
Notes:
----
Margaret Lewis
Roberts died
peacefully at
her daughter's
home on
Saturday, Oct.
15, 2016, in
Woodway. She was
born Dec. 11,
1919, to Ann
Word Lewis and
Harry Fairchild
Lewis of Waco.
She graduated
from Waco High
School and
attended Baylor
University and
Texas
University,
where she was a
member of Delta
Delta Delta
sorority.
In 1941 Margaret
married Jerry
Bing Roberts of
Port Arthur,
where they
resided until
Jerry joined the
Armed Forces.
When he returned
after several
years in the
South Pacific,
they settled in
Waco and built
their home on
Arroyo Rd.,
which was in
those days ranch
land.
Gulf Oil Corp.,
his employer,
transferred the
family to
various cities
in Texas,
Arkansas and
Oklahoma, where
she enjoyed each
new home and
became involved
in church,
civic, and
political
activities.
Retirement
brought them
back to
Corsicana where
the Rotary Club
named Margaret a
Paul Harris
Fellow in
Jerry's memory
because of his
accomplishments.
Margaret had a
passion for
travel which
took her all
over the world.
In 2003 she
returned to live
in Waco to be
near her
daughter,
Lucinda Peeples,
and her
grandson, Chip.
She was able to
return to her
childhood church
of St. Paul's
Episcopal Church
and once again
became active in
Waco activities.
She is survived
by her daughter
and grandson; a
niece in Toluca
Lake, California
and four nephews
in Georgetown,
South Carolina.
Services will be
held at 2 p.m.
Saturday, Oct.
29, at Christ
Church Waco,
held in the
Eagle Academy
School Chapel,
6125 Bosque
Blvd., Waco.
The family
wishes to thank
Kim with Home
Instead Senior
Care and
Southern Care
Hospice for
their loving
care and Al
Joslin for his
gift of music,
both singing and
playing the
piano, and
special
friendship. The
family also
wishes to thank
the priests of
Christ Church
Waco and St.
Alban's for
their time in
prayer and
ministry. Also,
for the many
friends who
visited. We will
all miss her
energy, good
spirit and
optimism.
In lieu of
flowers, the
family requests
donations be
made to Shriners
Children's
Hospital or the
charity of your
choice.
Notes:
Emily Kay
(Beavers)
McMullen
Feb 27, 1958 -
Oct 8, 2016
Emily
B. McMullen, 58, of Blooming Grove passed away Tuesday, Oct.
8, 2016, at her residence. Born Feb. 27, 1958 in Houston,
Emily was the daughter of Jack Dudley and Dorothy Mae
(Hamilton) Beavers.
After graduating from Tomball High School in 1976, she went
on to receive her Masters degree in Management Information
Systems from Texas Tech in 1982. From there, Emily built a
successful career as an IT programmer at AT&T and later
AAFES.
On April 10, 1994, Emily was united in marriage with Bert
McMullen and resided in Carrollton. For the last eight
years, the couple has lived in Blooming Grove.
Preceding her in death were her parents, Jack and Dorothy
Beavers.
Survivors include her loving husband of 22 years, Bert
McMullen; two children, Sean McMullen and wife, Amber, and
Jen McMullen, both of Austin; two grandchildren, Katie and
Maddie and all her four legged family.
Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25,
at Marshall & Marshall Funeral Directors Chapel in Hillsboro
with Rev. Amy Anderson of Line Street United Methodist
Church officiating.
In lieu of flowers, Emily requested that donations be made
to Hill County Paw Pals, P. O. Box 1533, Hillsboro, TX
76645. |
Notes:
Beverly Ann
(Rockett) Smith
Jan 20, 1943 -
Oct 18, 2016
Beverly
Ann Smith, born Jan. 20, 1943 in Corcoran, California as
Beverly Ann Rockett, she was called to her Heavenly Father
on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016. The town of Rockett in Ellis
County, was named after Beverly's great grandfather.
As a child of a military father, Beverly traveled and lived
in various places. She came to Corsicana as a teenager and
met Johnny Smith and married at 16. Beverly and Johnny lived
in Corsicana for the first few years of their marriage until
Johnny got a job at The Dallas Morning News. They made
Dallas their home until 1985.
From 1985 to 2016, they returned back to Corsicana and made
it their retirement home. They were married for 56 years.
Beverly thoroughly enjoyed cooking and had a deep passion
for china painting and arts and crafts. People that knew
Beverly knew she could paint or make anything. She was also
an excellent Sunday School Teacher and Substitute Teacher
with Lancaster ISD.
She could grow anything from a glorious Snowball bush to an
Apricot tree as she had a deep passion for gardening. Her
yard was always immaculate. Before Beverly became bed-bound,
she swam daily at the Corsicana YMCA.
Beverly was preceded in death by her parents Mac and Alice
Rockett and her husband Johnny Mac Smith.
Beverly is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Smith of
Irving and Matthew Smith of Corsicana.
No services are scheduled.
Arrangements By Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home |
Notes:
Thad Ozell
Watts, Jr.
Nov 28, 1955 -
Oct 5, 2016
Thad Ozell
Watts, Jr., 60,
of Corsicana
passed away on
Wednesday, Oct.
5, 2016 at
Baylor
University
Medical Center
in Dallas.
A memorial
service will be
held at 10 a.m.
Saturday, Oct.
15, 2016 at the
Salvation Army
church with Dr.
Mark Luera
officiating.
Corley Funeral
Home.
Notes:
David
Wayne Bird, Sr.
Feb 28, 1940 - Oct 13, 2016
David
Wayne Bird Sr. Passed away Thursday October 13, 2016 at his
home in Barry , Texas. He was a
Vietnam Veteran who serviced
in the U.S. Army for 10 years. While serving in the military
he received his diesel mechanic certification. He was a
diesel mechanic for 42 years.
He loved to fish and enjoyed fishing with Grandkids .
He is survived by his wife, Virginia Marlene Bird, Son David
Wayne Bird Jr., wife, Leticia Bird, daughters, Ruby Jean
Smith, Glenda Kay Hyde, husband Edward Hyde, Norma Bridget
Woodall, husband Brandon Woodall.
He has Eight Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren.
Papa is loved by his family . Rest in Peace Pops.
Corley Funeral Home. |
Notes:
----
Mr. David Wayne Bird, Sr., 76, of Barry passed away on
Thursday, October 13, 2016 at Navarro Regional Hospital in
Corsicana. He was born on February 28, 1940 in Houston, Texas to
Mervin and Sybil Dalton Bird.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Carol Foxworth and
brothers, Mervin and Curtis Bird.
He is survived by his wife, Virginia Bird of Barry; daughters,
Bridget Anderson Woodall and husband Mark of Barry, Jean Smith of
Clute, and Glenda Hyde and husband Dino of Freeport; son, David
Bird, Jr. and wife Letty of Marble Falls; grandchildren, Ginger
Dahse and husband John of Lake Jackson, Shane Vandergrifft and wife
Shelly of Freeport, Jesse Dyson and husband Derek of Clute, Lawrence
Vandergrifft and wife Miriam of Clute, Angela LaFevor and husband
Brian of Nashville, TN, Edward Hyde, Jr. of Freeport, Christopher
Bird and wife Whitney Carver of Barry, and Stephanie Cheshier and
husband Kevin of Palestine; fifteen great grandchildren, and one
great-great grandchild on the way.
Mr. Bird was cremated at his wish, and no public services are
planned at this time.
Notes:
Charles B.
Barlow
May 5, 1853 - Mar 21, 1943
FUNERAL SERVICES FOR C. B. BARLOW WERE HELD MONDAY
Funeral services for C. B. Barlow, age 87 years, who died at his
home on North Highway 75 Sunday night, were held Monday afternoon
from the chapel of the Corley Funeral Home. Rev. C. W. Pittman
conducted the rites. Burial was in
Oakwood cemetery.
Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. M. E. Sikes, Corsicana; Mrs.
Nettie Robison, Dallas; Mrs. Price Pate, Emhouse; Mrs. William
Robinson, Powell; Mrs. J. C. Marr, Corsicana; six sons, T. C.
Barlow, C. T. Barlow, D. H. Barlow, M. B. Barlow, Leroy Barlow, and
Barlow, Corsicana; a step-brother, Tom Vyers, Emhouse and other
relatives.
Mrs. Barlow preceded him in death just two weeks ago.
A resident of Navarro county practically all of his life, he was
well known.
Notes:
Mary M. (Jones)
Browning-Wooten
Nov 4, 1847 - Jan 23, 1923
Died Here Yesterday.
Mrs. Mary Wooten, widow of the late W. R. Wooten, died yesterday
afternoon at 6:30 at the home of John F. Byrd, her son-in-law, 1205
West Eleventh avenue, aged 78 years, and the remains were interred
in the Eureka Cemetery
this afternoon.
Notes:
Tiny B. Petty
May 9, 1919 - Sep 10, 1924
FUNERAL SERVICES FOR TINY B. PETTY THIS AFTERNOON
LITTLE CHILD ALMOST INSTANTLY KILLED WHEN HIT BY AUTOMOBILE
Funeral services for Tiny B. Petty, 5 years old, daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. Clarence Petty, of Mildred, who was accidently killed by a
moving automobile late Wednesday, were held at the home of the
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Petty, 316 West Seventh avenue, at
1:30 o'clock Thursday afternoon. The body was taken to Eureka where
it was interred in the cemetery there following a brief service at
the grave.
Beside her parents, Tiny B., is survived by one sister, Marion, 10;
three brothers, Johnnie, 9; Chester, 8; and Warren 6. She is also
survived by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Petty, Corsicana;
Mr. and Mrs. John Grace, of Chatfield, and several aunt, uncles and
cousins.
The accident occurred when the child was crossing the street. It had
followed the older children to the Navarro Ice company's plant on
South Twelfth who had gone to purchase ice and was returning to the
grandparents home on the other side of the avenue.
Claud Brewer, negro, driver of the car, was proceeding westward on
Seventh avenue, when according to eye witnesses the child slowed its
steps as a big truck dashed ahead, and walked towards the curb and
was hit. After the car passed over its body and was brought to a
stop the injured child got up and walked to the north curb and fell.
People from nearby porches hurriedly gathered to the scene. When
assistance arrived the negro was picking the child up. It was placed
in the car and the negro drove to a downtown doctor's office where
medical aid was given. Death came about 45 minutes later. The body
was badly crushed by the heavy wheels, and injuries were sustained
about the neck and shoulders.
Brewer later surrendered to officers and spend the night in jail.
Formal charges of murder were lodged against him early today. He
made bond in the sum of $2,000.
The negro appeared almost prostrated with grief as he left the jail,
his features were worn and haggard, his hair disheveled, and he was
busy wiping away the tears that flowed constantly down his cheeks.
Petty for the past five years has been employed as a pumper for the
Magnolia Petroleum company. The family had driven in to town to have
supper with the grandparents, visit the show and return home last
night. The fatal accident took place in plain view of the mother,
grandmother and other members of the family within thirty minutes
after their arrival.
Notes:
Henry
Dewilder Mahoney
Aug 1, 1841 - Sep 16, 1924
H. D. Mahoney Died in Houston County
H. D. Mahoney, age 83, died suddenly last night at the home of his
son, G. M. Mahoney in Ratcliff, Houston county.
The remains will arrive here Wednesday morning at 7 o'clock over the
Cotton Belt and will be taken to the home of his daughter, Mrs. J.
W. Greenlee, 1525 West Collin street.
Burial will be in the Eureka
cemetery and the remains will be taken
from the home of Mrs. Greenlee at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon.
The deceased is survived by four daughters, Mrs. J. W. Greenlee of
Corsicana, Mrs. Sallie P. Manning of Waco, Mrs. B. F. Stroder of
Fort Worth, Mrs. W. T. Stockton of Kerens and two sons, G. M. of
Ratcliff and S. C. Mahoney of Erath county.
Notes:
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Remains Interred At Eureka Today
The remains of Capt. H. D. Mahony, who died in Houston county Monday
night, reached here this morning and were taken to the home of his
daughter, Mrs. J. W. Greenlee on West Collin street. The funeral
services were held there by Rev. E. P. Kennedy, after which the
Masons took remains to Eureka, where interment took place beside
those of his wife who was buried there a number of years ago.
The deceased lived in that community for many years, and was greatly
esteemed by all who knew him. The deceased was a Confederate
veteran, and a Virginia gentleman of the old school. He had a kind
heart, bright mind and polished manners, and was at all times a most
agreeable companion, and all who knew him will cherish memories of
their association with him.
Notes:
Mary
C. (Johnson) Owens
Apr 11, 1850 - Jul 21, 1924
Died Yesterday Afternoon.
Mrs. Mary Owens, aged 74 years, died at her home 317 South Fourth
street at 5 p.m. yesterday, and the remains were interred at
Eureka this afternoon at
4 o'clock.
Notes:
Robert
Hildrus Petty
Jan 11, 1920 - Jan 13, 1924
Remains Interred at Eureka.
Robert H. Petty, 4-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Petty, died at
the family home, 1413 Summit avenue, Saturday night, and the remains
were interred in the Eureka
cemetery Sunday afternoon, with many friends here and of Eureka
attending.
Notes:
Robert Roy
Petty
Feb 27, 1900 - May 10, 1931
EUREKA
EUREKA, March 19.�(Spl)�Roy Petty was buried here last week.
Notes:
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NATIVE OF COUNTY DIED TUESDAY IN
LOCAL HOSPITAL
Robert Roy Petty, aged 31,
native of Navarro county, and
resident of Navarro, died in the
Physicians and Surgeons hospital
about 6:45 Tuesday morning after
an illness of about a week with
pneumonia.
Funeral services will be held
from the Eureka Methodist church
Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock
with Rev. I. R. Durwood
conducting the services.
The deceased is survived by his
wife, and five children; his
mother and father, Mr. and Mrs.
J. S. Petty, and four sisters,
three brothers, four
half-sisters and one
half-brother.
His father, more than 80 years
old, is reported to be the first
white child born in Navarro
county.
Sutherland Funeral Home will
direct the funeral.
Notes:
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FUNERAL SERVICES HELD WEDNESDAY
FOR ROBERT ROY PETTY
Funeral services were held
Wednesday afternoon from the
Eureka Methodist Church at 2
o'clock for Robert Petty, 31,
native of Navarro county, who
died Tuesday morning in the P.
and S. hospital at 6:15 after a
week's illness with pneumonia.
Interment was made in the Eureka cemetery. The services were
conducted by Rev. I. R. Darwood
of Eureka.
Surviving are his wife, five
children, parents, Mr. and Mrs.
J. S. Petty, Eureka; four
sisters, three brothers, and
four half-sisters and one
half-brother.
His father, more than 80 years
old, is reported to be the first
white child born in Navarro
county.
The funeral was directed by the
Sutherland Funeral Home.
Notes:
William Cecil �Bill�
Clements, Jr.
Jun 20, 1878 - Oct 3, 1958
W. C. Clements Fatally Hurt Late Friday
William Cecil (Bill) Clements, 80, retired ginner, of Eureka was
fatally injured Friday at 6:45 p.m. when his automobile was involved
in a collision with another vehicle nine miles southeast of
Corsicana on U. S. Highway 287. Joe Lord, 38, of 1615 Magnolia ave.,
is in the Navarro Clinic but his injuries are not regarded as
critical.
Funeral services will be held from the McCammon Chapel Sunday at
2:30 p.m. with burial in the Eureka cemetery.
The rites will be conducted by Rev. Jimmy Mobley, pastor of the
Eureka Methodist church, assisted by Rev. Ted Spencer, associate
pastor of the First Methodist church here, formerly pastor of the
Eureka church.
Pallbearers will be J. R. Hagler, W. M. Montgomery, Billy David
Denbow, Bobby Denbow, Deanie Montgomery and Johnny Clements, all
grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be friends of the family.
Clements' death is the fourteenth fatality in Navarro county for
1958.
Marshall Couch, highway patrolman, investigated. Clements, operating
a 1952 Chevrolet, was reported traveling in an easterly direction
and his car apparently slipped off the pavement which was wet and
slippery, turned sideways and skidded into the 1955 Ford traveling
in a westerly direction, driven by Lord. Both motorists were alone.
The Chevrolet was demolished and the Ford was damaged an estimated
$800.
Surviving are his wife of Eureka; a son, Herbert Clements, Longview;
seven daughters, Mrs. Buck Montgomery and Mrs. Don Chandler, both of
Eureka; Mrs. Dean Redfern, Mt. Pleasant; Mrs. John Grammer, Dallas;
Mrs. O. D. Montgomery and Mrs. R. M. Hagler, both of Corsicana, and
Mrs. E. C. Denbow, Ennis; mother, Mrs. Lizzie Clements, Longview; 12
grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; eight brothers, Homer
Clements, California; Roy, Charlie, Louis, Pellum, and Soland
Clements all of Plainview; Melvin Clements, Montgomery, Ala., and
Jubert Clements, Lubbock; two sisters, Miss Bettie Clements,
Plainview and Mrs. Hattie Sparks, and other relatives.
Clements was pronounced dead on arrival in a Corley ambulance at the
Navarro clinic.
Clements was a native of Grape Creek, Navarro county.
He was residing in Texas City several years ago and narrowly escaped
death in the explosions and fires there. The family returned to
Eureka to reside.
Notes:
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W. C. Clements Rites Sunday
Funeral rites for William Cecil (Bill) Clements, 80, retired Eureka
ginner, victim of a traffic mishap, who was dead on arrival at
Navarro Clinic Friday night, were held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. from the
McCammon Chapel. Burial was in the
Eureka cemetery.
The services were conducted by Rev. Jimmy Mobley, pastor of the
Eureka Methodist church, assisted by Rev. Ted Spencer, associate
pastor of the First Methodist church, formerly pastor of the Eureka
congregation.
A native of Grape Creek Community near Navarro, Clements moved to
Texas City after his retirement several years ago, later returning
to Eureka following the Texas City explosions and fires.
Clements was driving a 1952 Chevrolet in an easterly direction on U.
S. Highway 287 when it apparently skidded off the wet pavement and
then struck sideways a 1955 Ford traveling in a westerly direction
and driven by Joe Lord of Corsicana, Marshall Couch, patrolman,
reported.
Clements and Lord were rushed to the Navarro Clinic where Clements
was pronounced dead on arrival. Lord was still a patient at the
clinic Monday and his condition is not regarded as critical.
The death of Clements is the fourteenth traffic fatality in Navarro
county in 1958.
The Chevrolet driven by the victim was demolished and the Ford was
damaged $800.
Surviving are his wife of Eureka; a son, Herbert Clements, Longview;
seven daughters, Mrs. Buck Montgomery and Mrs. Don Chandler, both of
Eureka; Mrs. Dean Radfern, Mt. Pleasant; Mrs. John Grammer, Dallas;
Mrs. O. D. Montgomery and Mrs. R. M. Hagler both of Corsicana, and
Mrs. C. A. Denbow, Ennis; 12 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren,
mother, Mrs. Lizzie Clements, Plainview; eight brothers, Homer
Clements, California; Charlie, Roy, Louis, Pellum and Solan
Clements, all of Plainview; Melvin Clements, Montgomery, Ala., and
Jubert Clements, Lubbock; two sisters, Miss Bettie Clements,
Lubbock; and Mrs. Hattie Sparks, and other relatives.
Pallbearers were J. R. Hagler, W. M. Montgomery, Billy David Denbow,
Bobbie Denbow, Deanie Montgomery and Johnny Clements, all grandsons.
Honorary pallbearers were friends of the family.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun
- Monday, Oct 6, 1958
- Submitted by
Diane Richards
- 1st wife Florence (McCallum) Clements married Oct. 31,
1897 buried in Providence cemetery 2nd wife Harriet Ophelia
�Hattie� (Peacock) Wilkinson-Clements s/o William Cecil
Clements, Sr. & Elizabeth B. �Lizzie� (Weaver) Clements
Harriet Ophelia �Hattie� (Peacock) Wilkinson-Clements
Nov 30, 1883 - Oct 11, 1961
Mrs. Clements Rites Friday
Funeral services for Mrs. Hattie O. Clements, who died in Dallas
Wednesday, will be held from the McCammon Chapel Friday at 2 p.m.
with burial in the Eureka cemetery.
The rites will be conducted by Rev. A. J. Wormwood, pastor of the
Eureka Methodist church.
Mrs. Clements was the widow of the late W. C. Clements and resided
in the Eureka community prior to moving to Dallas three years ago.
Surviving are three sons, Dayton, Robbie and Trig Wilkinson, all of
Dallas; a brother, Will Peacock, Corsicana, and other relatives.
Pallbearers will be Aubrey Hinshaw, Aaron Montgomery, Edgar Frame,
Roy Southard, Vivian Bell, Olen Castles and Lloyd Land.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thursday, Oct 12, 1951
- Submitted by
Diane Richards
- 1st husband Robert M. Wilkinson married Aug. 16, 1903 2nd
husband William Cecil �Bill� Clements, Jr. d/o Alexander
Franklin �Alex� Peacock & Mary Adeline (Hill) Peacock
---
Hold Services Mrs. Clements
Final rites for Mrs. Hattie Clements, 78, long-time resident and
native of Eureka, who died in
Dallas Wednesday, were held Friday at 2 p.m. from the McCammon
Chapel. She was the widow of the late W. C. Clements.
The services were conducted by Rev. A. J. Wormwood, pastor of the
Eureka Methodist church. Burial was in the Eureka cemetery. She was
a Methodist.
Mrs. Clements had been ill for some time.
Surviving are three sons, Trigg N., Robert A. and Dayton C.
Wilkinson, all of Dallas; a brother, Will Peacock, Corsicana; two
grandchildren and other relatives.
Pallbearers were Aubrey Hinshaw, Aaron Montgomery, Edgar Frame, Roy
Southard, Vivian Bell, Olen Castles and Lloyd Land.
Notes:
Mary
Bell (Tanner) Easley
May 12, 1854 - Jul 19, 1920
In Loving Memory of Mrs. Mary Belle Easley.
On the morning of July 19th, 1920, the Death Angel knocked at the
door of F. W. Easley and took from them a loving wife and mother.
All was done that loving hands could do. Oh, it was a pleasure to be
with her for she was always cheerful and trying to make everyone
happy around her. She suffered for five long years. Weep not, dear
husband and children for she is at rest now. God saw fit to come and
take her where she would not suffer any more. Oh, it seemed so hard
to give her up, but God know best. The dear home will be so lonely
without her. We must all be prepared to meet her in that sweet home
above. She was sixty-four old when God saw fit to relieve her from
her suffering and pain.
She was laid to rest in the
Eureka cemetery. She has left behind her a husband and eight
grown children and lots of relatives and friends to mourn her death,
the children are: Mr. Jim and Mr. Willie Easley, Mrs. Jim Moore,
Mrs. Charley Finley, Mrs. Frank Stokes, Mrs. Jim Visey, Mrs. Mattie
Walker, Mrs. Charley Mock.
The funeral service was held at the Eureka cemetery, conducted by
Rev. Phillips of Mildred. A large procession paid their last sad
regrets and many beautiful flowers covered her resting place. Weep
not dear children. Walk the path your mother did and some day you
will meet her in that bright and beautiful home where there will be
no more sad partings.
Written by her granddaughters:
MRS. MATTIE SMITH,
MRS. ESTILL CREASY,
MRS. KATIE THOMAS.
Notes:
INFANT DAUGHTER Watkins
abt. Jan 1917 - Mar 16, 1917
infant Died This Morning.
The two-months-old infant of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Watkins, who
live three miles east of here, died last night and the remains
were interred at Eureka this afternoon.
Notes:
Hubert C. Wilson
Aug 20, 1887 - Apr 5, 1915
In Memoriam.
On Monday night, April 5th, 1915, the Death Angel descended
from heaven and took for his victim Hubert C. Wilson. Weep
not, dear father, brothers and sister, we know it was hard
to give him up and that your burdens seem greater than you
can bear your burden. Let us all try to live to meet Hubert
in the sweet bye-and-bye where there will be no more
heartaches, tears and sad good-byes.
Just pause for one moment, draw back the veil of obscurity
and behold a beautiful garden of lily white roses,
intermingled with innocent budding in all its purity and
loveliness; this is the garden whose gardener is God and
where full blown and budding roses are transplanted by his
own hands, here it is that sadness was brought into the home
of hearts by the transplanting of a precious bloom into the
garden of love. All was done that loving hands could do, but
alas, it was in vain, for God thought best to take him home.
His remains were laid to rest in the
Eureka cemetery
amid the tears of friends and loved ones. Funeral services
were conducted by Rev. W. L. Patterson of Eureka.
Thou art gone, my precious Hubert,
Nevermore will I see thy face,
But I'll join thee o'er the river,
In that happy dwelling place.
Long, long will we miss thee, Hubert,
Long, long days for thee we'll weep,
And through many nights of sorrow
Memory will his vigils keep.
One Who Loved Him.
Eureka, Texas, April 8, 1915.
Notes:
SHOOTING AT MILDRED
Hube Wilson Shot in the Neck by Lewis Bonner
Lewis Bonner, the merchant at Mildred, and Hube Wilson, a farmer of
the same community, had a personal difficulty in Bonner's store late
Saturday evening which resulted in Bonner shooting Wilson in the
neck with a small caliber revolver. The ball entered near the front
of the neck and ranged around and was cut out just under the ear.
The wound is not considered serious and the parient is reported to
be doing well today.
Bonner gave bond in the sum of $1000.
Both men were in Corsicana Saturday afternoon and it is said they
had some hot words over the settlement of an account and late that
afternoon, Wilson went to Bonner's store, where the trouble was
renewed, with the result as given above.
Notes:
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HUBE WILSON DEAD
Man Shot at Mildred Saturday Died Last Night
Hube Wilson, the man shot at Mildred late Saturday afternoon by
Lewis Bonner, the merchant at Mildred, died last night at 10:30 as a
result of his wounds and the remains were interred at Eureka this
afternoon at 3:30.
The deceased was 28 years of age and is survived by his wife and one
child.
In yesterday's issue of the Sun it was stated that Bonner and the
deceased had had some angry words in thwn Saturday afternoon. This
was a mistake, as Mr. Bonner was not in Corsicana at all on that
day. Since the death of Wilson, Bonner's bond has been increased
from $1000 to $3500. The last named bond is signed by L.B. Bonner,
J.A. Bonner, W.C. Clements, J.B. Sims, J.H. Walker, W.M. Wilson,
S.A. Pace, J.A. Thompson, C.M. Hornbeak, J.M. Blackburn, C.H.
DeLafosse and E. O. Call.
Notes:
Narcissa
Carolyn (Hardman) Megarity
Mar 4, 1844 - Nov 11, 1913
Died.
Mrs. Narcissus Megairty, widow of Mr. J. A. Megarity,
died this afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. T.
P. Little, at Pleasant Grove, three miles west of
Corsicana. Mrs. Megarity suffered a stroke of paralysis
about three months ago and has been in feeble health
since. Her husband died some two years ago and one
daughter, Mrs. T. P. Little, is the only surviving
member of the family. The remains will be laid to rest
tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock in the
Hamilton
cemetery. Rev. M. K. Little, presiding elder of the
Dublin district, will conduct the funeral.
Notes:
James Archabald Megarity
Jun 22, 1839 - Sep 22, 1911
More Serious Than Anticipated.
The injuries received by Mr. J. A. Megarity in the runaway
accident yesterday, mention of which was made in these columns,
proved to be more serious than were at first anticipated. In
addition to the scalp wounds and bruises the unfortunate man
sustained a fracture of a vertebra of the spinal column and the
attending physicians entertain no hope of his recovery, and
express the fear that he will not live more than twenty-four
hours at most. He was taken to his home in the Pleasant Grove
community late yesterday afternoon and has been in the constant
care of physicians and a nurse since the accident.
Mr. Megarity is an old and highly esteemed citizen, and
expressions of regret at the misfortune that has befallen him
are to be heard on every hand.
Notes:
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Died This Morning.
After lingering since just after noon Wednesday last, Mr. J.
A. Megarity died this morning at 8 o'clock as a result of
the injuries sustained in the runaway accident heretofore
mentioned in these columns, death occurring at his home in
the Pleasant Grove community, two miles southwest of this
city. Interment will take place in the
Hamilton
cemetery tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock.
The deceased came to Texas from Georgia in 1872 and has been
a resident here continuously since that time. He was a quiet
and unobtrusive, but most excellent citizen, and by good
management and industry had accumulated a nice competency.
He is survived by his wife and one child, Mrs. T. P. Little,
and four grandchildren and one great-grandchild, as well as
other relatives.
The county has lost a most excellent citizen, the community
a good neighbor and the sad accident that cost his life is
greatly deplored on every hand.
Notes:
Henrietta
(Megarity) Little
Nov 29, 1866 - Jul 11, 1953
Mrs. T. P. Little Is Buried Monday
Mrs. T. P. Little, 86, pioneer Corsicana resident died
in a Fort Worth hospital Saturday night following an
extended illness.
Funeral services were held from the McCammon Chapel
Monday at 10 a.m. with burial in the Hamilton cemetery.
The rites were conducted by Rev. J. W. Ford, pastor of
the First Methodist church.
Mrs. Little was a native of Marietta, Ga., but had
resided in Navarro county since childhood. She was a
life-long Methodist.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Frank Dunton, Corsicana;
a son, John R. Little, Iola; seven grandchildren, nine
great-grandchildren and other relatives.
She was the mother of the late D. Alva Little of Dallas,
one-time president of the Magnolia Petroleum Company.
Pallbearers were Archie Little, Arthur Little, James
Alva Little, Bill Barbeck, Earl Allen and Pete Hook.
Notes:
Clara Mae Starks
Jan 5, 1912 - Oct 11, 1913
Angus News.
The death angel visited the home of my brother and
took from them their little daughter, Clara Mae. It
was hard to give her up, but God saw best to take
her to an eternal home above where all sorrows and
distress are no more. The darling baby was laid to
rest in the
Hamilton cemetery.
BOY SCOUT
Notes:
Martha
Elizabeth (DeWitt) Norwood
Oct 2, 1851 - Jan 21, 1916
Died Near Angus.
Mrs. T. D. Norwood, aged 64 years, died at the family
home near Angus last night and the remains were interred
in the
Hamilton cemetery this afternoon at 3 o'clock.
The deceased is survived by her husband and eight grown
children, six sons and two daughters.
Notes:
----
In Memoriam.
On January 21, 1916 the death angel visited
the home of Mr. T. D. Norwood and took from
them their darling wife and mother. Weep not
dear husband and children, she is dead, but
she is asleep with Jesus. She can not come
back to us, but we can go to her. We ought
to all be prepared to meet her in that Great
Beyond. The remains were laid to rest at the
Hamilton cemetery. There was a large
crowd to follow the body to the last resting
place.
As we gather around the fire side,
And watch each smiling face;
Our hearts fill with emotion,
To see the vacant place.
We may strive to hide our longing,
In the midst of mirth and fun;
But we can't help thinking,
Of the loved and absent one.
The darling one has left us,
The one we loved so well;
There's a place in our home,
That never can be filled.
Written by one who loved her.
Notes:
Theodore Dubose Norwood
Feb 23, 1847 - Dec 3, 1924
Retreat Man Called By Death Last Night.
T. D. Norwood, aged 77 years, and for
many years a highly esteemed citizen of
Navarro county, died last night at the
home of his son-in-law, R. M. Holly, in
the Retreat community, and the remains
were interred in the
Hamilton cemetery this afternoon in
the presence of a large attendance.
Surviving the deceased are a number of
grown children.
The funeral services at the home were
conducted by Rev. H. B. Carraway of
Blooming Grove, and members of the
Masonic lodge of Rice conducted the
services at the grave.
The children surviving the deceased are
Mrs.
R. M. Holly, Mrs. G. E. Pryor, S. A.
Norwood, J. E. Norwood and C. T. Norwood
of Retreat, G. W. Norwood of Humble and
R. Ce. Norwood of Ennis.
Notes:
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In Memory of T. D. Norwood.
Bro. T. D. Norwood, the subject of
this sketch, was born in
Thomasville, Ala., Feb. 23, 1847. He
died Dec. 3, 1924, at the home of
his daughter, Mrs. R. M. Holly in
the Retreat community, Corsicana,
Texas.
He was married about 57 years ago to
Miss Martha Dewitt. To this union
eight children were born. One child
and one companion had preceded
father and husband into eternity.
Bro. Norwood came to Texas in 1895
with his family, and lived in the
community in which he died
principally until his death.
About 55 years ago he professed
faith in Christ and identified
himself with the Baptist church.
Later he was ordained a deacon. He
was a faithful member of Cedar Creek
church when the end came.
Seven children survive the deceased
as follows: Five sons�S. A. Norwood,
J. E. Norwood and C. T. Norwood of
Retreat; G. W. Norwood, Humble,
Texas; R. C. Norwood, Ennis, Texas,
and two daughters, Mrs. R. M. Holly,
Retreat, and Mrs. G. E. Pryor,
Purdon, Texas. Also 28 grandchildren
and a host of other relatives and
friends.
Bro. Norwood was loved by all who
knew him, and highly esteemed as a
Christian gentleman and loyal
citizen.
He was devoted to his duty. To his
children, he was a loving father; to
his Lord an obedient servant; his
church, a faithful member, and to
his country, a noble countryman.
Funeral services were conducted at
the home of Mrs. R. M. Holly, a
daughter.
In addition to the church, the
deceased was a member of the Masonic
order and the
Ku Klux Klan. Both orders
conducted impressive services at the
grave.
The lifeless body of this old
veteran of the civil war, and of the
Cross of Jesus, was laid to rest
beneath a beautiful flower covered
mound in the
Hamilton cemetery to await the
resurrection of the body when Jesus
shall come to claim His own.
To the bereaved ones we admonish you
to �let not your hearts be
troubled,� neither let them be
afraid for the Lord, your Saviour
has promised not to leave you
comfortless, neither does He leave
nor forsake those that trust Him.
Bro. Norwood gave to the world a
splendid contribution in the
personel of his family of children.
May they and their descendants be a
blessing to the world, hence a
reflection of credit and honor to a
worthy father.
H. B. CARRAWAY, Pastor.
Notes:
Walker
Green
Apr 17, 1913 - Jul 9, 1915
In Memoriam.
Little Walker was born April 17,
1913 and departed this life July
9, 1915, being 2 years, 2 months
and 22 days old.
Death has come and cast its
shadow of gloom over the family
and bore the innocent spirit of
little Walker to a better world
than this.
He was a sweet little
curly-headed boy. He was
stricken with congestion and
only lived five days. He bore
his suffering with patience,
never murmuring. All was done
that loving hands and skilled
physicians could do but all in
vain.
There is a vacant chair around
the fireside and a broken link
in the family circle, but loved
ones, let us remember God sees
best at all times. And as he had
him a place prepared, he has
been called home.
We heartily sympathize with the
heartbroken parents. May God
bless them in their hour of
loneliness. Let the bereaved
family and friends remember that
he is at rest.
The remains were laid to rest in
the
Hamilton cemetery July 10th.
�His life was like a flower
That budded in the garden of
love,
Transplanted to a place in
Heaven
To greet his loved ones above.
God help the heartbroken
parents,
As they travel a world of care,
Lighten the heavy burden
Which seems too hard to bear.
Help them to realize, dear
Father,
In their grief-stricken hearts
today
That thou was good in giving,
And just in taking away.
Written by his aunt,
MRS. ADDIE GREEN.
Notes:
Lucy Olyve (Lawler) Green
Mar 6, 1882 - Sep 5, 1955
Mrs. Lucy Green Services
Tuesday
Mrs. Lucy Green, 73, widow
of the late E. L. Green,
died at the home of her
daughter, Mrs. R. E. Ingham,
Route 3, early Monday
morning.
Surviving are her daughter,
Mrs. Ingham; three sons,
Kenneth Green, Corsicana;
Hickman Green, Deer Park,
and Forrest Green, Wichita
Falls; a brother, Horace
Lawler, Paris, Ill.; three
sisters, Mrs. Walter North
and Mrs. Rose Vance, both of
Paris, Ill., and Mrs. Cecil
Kuykendall, Detroit, Mich.,
and other relatives.
Funeral services will be
held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from
the McCammon Chapel. Burial
will be in the
Hamilton cemetery.
Notes:
---
Tuesday Services For
Mrs. Green
Funeral services for
Mrs. Lucy Olyve Green,
73, widow of the late E.
L. Green, were held
Tuesday at 2 p.m. from
the McCammon Chapel.
Burial was in the
Hamilton cemetery.
The rites were conducted
by Rev. R. E. Dale,
pastor of the Missionary
Baptist church; Rev. W.
T. Allmon, pastor of the
Cedar Creek Baptist
Church, and Rev. R. N.
Parrish of Houston.
Mrs. Green died early
Monday morning at the
home of her daughter,
Mrs. R. E. Ingham, Route
3 Corsicana.
Surviving are her
daughter, Mrs. Ingham;
three sons, Kenneth
Green, Corsicana;
Hickman Green, Deer
Park, and Forrest Green,
Wichita Falls; a
brother, Horace Lawler,
Paris, Ill.; three
sisters, Mrs. Walter
North and Mrs. Rose
Vance, both of Paris,
Ill., and Mrs. Cecil
Kuykendall, Detroit,
Mich., and other
relatives.
Pallbearers were Jack
Megarity, J. D. Ingham,
Lloyd Cox, A. C. Cox,
Alva Cook and Tom
Martin.
Notes:
Edgar Lee "Ed" Green
Feb 21, 1866 - Feb
28, 1936
EDGAR GREEN WAS
BURIED SATURDAY
HAMILTON CEMETERY
Funeral services for
Edgar Green, aged 70
years, who died at
his home in the
Drane community
Friday night at 10
o'clock, were held
Saturday afternoon
at 3:30 o'clock at
Hamilton cemetery
where interment was
made. The rites were
conducted by Rev. E.
L. Jones, Baptist
minister of
Streetman.
Surviving are his
wife, three sons,
Kenneth Green,
Hickman Green,
Forrest Green, all
of Corsicana; a
daughter, Mrs.
Elizabeth Ingham,
Corsicana; two
grandchildren, two
brothers, George
Green, Coolidge, and
Guy Green, Lyle,
Texas, and three
sisters, Mrs. Emma
Blair, Paris, Ill.;
Mrs. Nettie Barr,
Isabell, Ill., and
Mrs. Callie Graham,
New Brunswick, N. J.
The funeral
arrangements were
directed by the
Sutherland McCammon
Funeral Home.
Notes:
Amanda �Mandy/Manda�
(Bray) Pearson
Aug 19, 1870 -
Dec 30, 1915
Obituary.
Mrs. Amanda
Pearson, beloved
wife of Mr. M.
K. Pearson,
formerly of the
Retreat
community, but
recently of
Dallas, departed
this life late
Thursday
afternoon, Dec.
30, 1915.
For months she
had been a
sufferer of
Brights Disease
and other
complications.
The skill of
learned
physicians was
employed that
she might be
cured, but they
could only bring
her temporary
relief.
The tender and
watchful care of
her loved ones
and of faithful
friends brought
to her bright
and alert mind a
peace and joy
beyond
comprehension
and to her
weakened body a
comfort and rest
that only loving
hands could
bestow.
For weeks her
physical pain
and unrest were
such that the
hearts of her
dear ones and
her friends who
could be with
her were torn
with anguish.
Yet she bore it
all so bravely
and as death
drew near her
sufferings grew
less and at last
she fell
peacefully
asleep in the
arms of her
loving Savior,
whom she had
worshipped for
years, and to
whom she went
gladly when the
call came,
leaving her
loved ones to
His care, thus
was the parting
robbed of its
awful sting.
Born August
19th, 1870 in
Henderson
county,
Tennessee,
youngest
daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. Matt
Bray. Her youth
was spent there.
At the age of 17
years she was
converted and
joined the
Missionary
Baptist church,
to which she
remained a
faithful member
until her death.
She was married
August 10th 1890
to Mr. M. K.
Pearson of
Tennessee. A few
years later they
moved to Texas,
where they
continued to
reside.
To this union
five children
were born, three
died in infancy.
She is survived
by her husband,
a married
daughter, Mrs.
Ethel Lybrand
and her youngest
daughter, little
Louise Pearson,
aged 6 years.
She also leaves
an aged mother,
Mrs. Lovey Bray
of Lexington,
Tenn., one
sister, Mrs. G.
W. Havner of
Angus, and two
brothers, D. C.
Bray of Angus
and Zeke Bray of
Lexington,
Tenn., besides
other relatives
and a host of
friends. Her
father and five
brothers and
sisters are
deceased.
She was a
faithful and
loving wife, a
devoted mother,
an affectionate
relative and a
true and
cheerful friend.
She is gone but
not forgotten.
Her many deeds
of kindness, her
cheerful and
loving ways will
long be
remembered.
Nobly lived and
peacefully died,
yet deep and
poignant sorrow
reigns in our
hearts for while
we expect to
meet her in the
Great Beyond, we
cannot but miss
one whose life
so closely
mingled with our
lives.
On Friday
afternoon, Dec.
31, 1915, her
body was laid to
rest in the
Hamilton
cemetery, in
the presence of
friends and
loved ones.
Funeral services
were conducted
by Rev. R. C. A.
Ashcraft of
Corsicana.
Beautiful floral
offerings were
placed on the
new-made grave.
The bereaved
ones have the
heartfelt
sympathy of a
host of friends
in their deep
grief.
The memory of
her will live
long in our
hearts. We will
yet look up and
smile for we
know that God is
good.
Jan. 5, 1916
VIOLET.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun
- Saturday,
Jan 8,
1916
-
Submitted by
Diane Richards
- (Some
sources say
Pierson) w/o
Martin Kibb
Pierson/Pearson
assumed d/o
Madison
Mathias
"Mat" Bray
and Laura Lavinsy
"Lovie" (Mozey
?) Bray
Laura
Lavinsy "Lovie" (Mozey?)
Bray
Dec 18, 1835
- Jul 29,
1923
Old Angus
Resident
Dead.
Mrs. Lovie
Bray, aged
87 years,
six months
and eleven
days, died
at 12
o'clock
Saturday
night at the
home of her
son-in-law,
G. W. Havner,
on North
Beaton
street,
north of
Post Oak
creek, and
the remains
were
interred in
the
Hamilton
cemetery
yesterday
afternoon at
5 o'clock.
Rev. H. L.
Tubb
officiated,
and John D.
Story, an
old neighbor
at Angus,
delivered a
short and
appropriate
funeral
oration.
There was a
large
attendance
and many
flowers. The
deceased
left two
children, D.
C. Bray of
Angus, and
Mrs. G. W.
Havner of
Corsicana.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun
-
Monday,
July 30,
1923
-
Submitted
by
Diane Richards
-
(Not
sure
about
her
name)
Assumed
w/o
Madison
Mathias
"Mat"
Bray; d/o
Alex Mozey &
Nancy (Crovens)
Mozey
per
Death
certificate
David
Crockett
Bray
Sep 5,
1875 -
Jun 18,
1956
D. C.
Bray
Dies
Monday
Evening
D. C.
Bray,
81,
Angus
farmer
died at
his home
Monday
evening.
A native
of
Ashville,
Tenn.,
he had
resided
at Angus
55
years.
Funeral
services
will be
held
from the
Corley
Chapel
Wednesday
at 3
p.m.
with
burial
in the
Hamilton
cemetery.
The
rites
will be
conducted
by
Claude
B.
Holcomb,
minister
of the
Fifth
Avenue,
Church
of
Christ
and Earl
Craig,
minister
of the
West
Side
Church
of
Christ.
Bray
formerly
was an
election
judge in
the
Angus
precinct
and was
well-known
in
political
circles.
Surviving
are a
son, T.
M. Bray,
Angus, a
daughter,
Mrs. O.
L.
Pitts,
Corsicana;
two
grandchildren
and
three
great-grandchildren
and
other
relatives.
Pallbearers
were
Oscar
Caffy,
Walter
Stewart,
Fred
Ware,
Lowell
Bonner,
Otha
Vaughn
and
Judge A.
P. Mays.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun
-
Tuesday,
June
19,
1956
-
Submitted
by
Diane Richards
-
1st
wife
Ida
(Moffitt)
Bray
married
Dec
12,
1897
2nd
wife Nannie
Lulu
(Soape)
Bray
married
Dec.
23,
1914
assumed
s/o
Madison
Madison
�Mat�
Bray
and
Laura
Lavinsy
�Lovie�
(Mozey
?)
Bray
---
Wednesday
Rites
For
D.
C.
Bray
Funeral
services
for
D.
C.
Bray,
81,
Angus,
who
died
Monday
evening,
were
held
Wednesday
at 3
p.m.
from
the
Corley
Chapel
with
burial
in
the
Hamilton
cemetery.
The
rites
were
conducted
by
Claude
B.
Holcomb,
minister
of
the
Fifth
Avenue
Church
of
Christ,
and
Earl
Craig,
minister
of
the
West
Side
Church
of
Christ.
A
native
of
Asheville,
Tenn.,
Bray
had
resided
at
Angus
for
55
years.
Surviving
are
a
son,
T.
M.
Bray,
Angus,
a
daughter,
Mrs.
O.
L.
Pitts,
Corsicana;
two
grandchildren
and
three
great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers
were
Oscar
Caffy,
Walter
Stewart,
Fred
Ware,
Lowell
Bonner,
Otha
Vaughn
and
Judge
A.
P.
Mays.
Notes:
Rebecca L. (Bray) Havner
Oct 10, 1870 - Dec 9, 1934
MRS. G. W. HAVNER BURIED HAMILTON CEMETERY SUNDAY
Mrs. Rebecca L. Havner, aged 64 years, wife of G. W. Havner, North Beaton street, died at the family home at 2 o'clock Sunday morning after a short illness. The funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the Hamilton cemetery where interment was made. Rev. Prince conducted the rites.
The family has resided in Corsicana the past 20 years.
Surviving are her husband and a brother, G. C. Bray Angus.
The funeral was directed by the Corley Funeral Home.
Notes:
- The Corsicana Daily Sun - Monday, December 10, 1934
- Submitted by Diane Richards
- w/o George William Havner assumed d/o Madison Madison �Mat� Bray & Laura Lavinsy �Lovie� (Mozey ?) Bray
Buna (Dunn) Havner
Dec 27, 1887 - Apr 25, 1977
Mrs. Havner
Services are pending at Corley Funeral Home for Mrs. Buna Havner, 81, resident of Corsicana, who died Monday in Athens Memorial Hospital.
Survivors include a nephew, B. D. Watson of Athens and other relatives.
Notes:
---
Mrs. Havner
Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Corley Funeral Chapel for Mrs. G. W. Havner, 89, of Corsicana, who died Monday in the Athens Memorial Hospital. Rev. Wesley A. Howard will officiate with burial in the Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery.
She was a native of Cooper and is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Hugh Fullerton, Verdell Dockery, Jim Foster, Jim Gunn, Larry Watson, B. D. Watson, Jim Hamilton and Odel Price.
Notes:
Claude Frazier
abt 1900 - Jul 3, 1917
In Memory.
On Thursday, July 3, 1917, at the sad hour of 1 o'clock the death angel visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Fraizer and claimed their only boy, Claud. Claud was 18 years of age, just blooming out in the life of manhood. He was a bright and cheerful boy and was loved by all who knew him. He leaves a mother and father and two sisters and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his loss. Weep not dear parents and sisters, Claude is not dead but is asleep in Jesus and awaiting and watching for you. He has gone to prepare you a home.
He was laid to rest at the Hamilton cemetery Wednesday, the 14th. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. E. O. Williams.
As we gather around the fireside
And watch each smiling face,
Our heart fills with emotion
To see that vacant place.
Dear Claude has gone from us,
The one we loved so well;
There is a vacant place in our home
Which never can be filled.
We have lost our darling boy.
He has gone to live with Jesus
And his face is lost from view.
The one we loved so well,
But he is safe with the angels.
There to forever dwell.
No more we will hear his laughter
Or those smiles so bright to see
But without our boy, we will forever be.
Yet again we hope to meet him
On that bright eternal shore
When the cup of death and sorrow
Shall be drunk no more.
Now, he is asleep with Jesus
So we hear the angels say
Now we have his example
To lead us to him so far away.
Written by his cousin,
LULA FRAZIER.
Notes:
Effie Telitha (Menasco) Frazier
Dec 18, 1879 - Jul 21, 1957
Mrs. E. C. Frazier Services Monday
Mrs. E. C. Frazier, 77, of Mildred, died in Memorial hospital Sunday morning at 2 p.m. from the Corley Chapel with burial in the Hamilton cemetery. The rites were conducted by Rev. C. O. Gunter, Methodist minister.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. J. L. Wilcox, Navarro, and Mrs. A. A. Melton, Midland; a sister, Mrs. Sophia Herrington, Meeker, Okla.; three grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and other relatives.
Pallbearers were W. D. Burnett, Clarence Gillen, Andy Walker, V. C. Bailey, Roy Jones and Cecil Blue.
Notes:
Elige Cotton Frazier
Dec 15, 1872 - Apr 7, 1944
PIONEER RESIDENT PICKETT COMMUNITY DIED SUDDENLY
Funeral services for E. C. Frazier, age 72 years, who was found dead at his home in the Pickett community Thursday, were held from the Corley Chapel Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Rev. Vernon White conducted the rites and interment was in Hamilton cemetery.
Frazier had been a resident of the Pickett community 42 years.
Surviving are his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Ione Melton and Mrs. Thelma Wilcox both of Navarro; seven grandchildren, one great grandchild and other relatives.
Notes:
- The Corsicana Daily Sun - Friday, April 7, 1944
- Submitted by Diane Richards
- h/o Effie Telitha (Menasco) Frazier; s/o Isaac Thomas "Ike"fFrazier & Mary E. (Smith) Frazier per death certificate
Billy Manesco
1835 - Feb 7, 1917
Pickett News.
Well, Chats, Wednesday afternoon was quite a sad one at Pickett as one of its most faithful citizens was buried, Mr. Manesco, better known as "Uncle Billy." The farming people have lost their best friend and the Sunday school and church a most faithful worker. He loved the young people and was willing to help them in any way he could.
He was laid to rest in the Hamilton cemetery Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Rev. E. O. Williams officiated the services.
Notes:
Frank Beene
Apr 19, 1893 - Nov 27, 1920
In Memory of Frank Beene.
On Saturday morning, Nov. 27, at 6 a.m. the Death Angel visited the home of Mrs. J. V. Dawson of Wilson Oklahoma, and took from them her brother Frank, age 27 years. Frank was a kind, generous hearted boy, loved by all who knew him. He leaves a sister, two brothers and a host of other relatives to mourn his loss. He had served over year in the army and was wounded while in France. Weep not, loved ones, Frank is not dead, only transplanted in heaven where some day we can all meet him.
He was laid to rest in the Hamilton cemetery beside his mother and father.
We have lost our brother Frank,
He has bid us adieu;
He has gone to live with Jesus
And his face is lost from view.
He has gone from us to heaven
And the voice we love is still�
A place is vacant in the home
Which never can be filled.
He has gone to dwell with Jesus
On that bright and shining shore;
We will meet you some day, Frank,
Where we will never part no more.
Written by one who knew him.
Taft, California.
Notes:
---
Frank Bean, a former resident near here, aged twenty-seven
years, died in Wilson, Okla., Saturday morning and the
remains were brought here and buried in the
Hamilton
cemetery today.
Notes:
Walter LeRoy/James Rogers
Apr 15, 1918 - Aug 16, 1918
DEATH OF BABY
Funeral Took Place On Friday Afternoon.
Walter LeRoy Rodgers, the 5-months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Dudley Rogers died at their home in the Thorpe Addition on Thursday afternoon at 6 p.m. His brief life was spent in much suffering and all that loving hands and medical skill offered could not cause the little one to stay longer.
The funeral services were held at the residence Friday afternoon conducted by Rev. T. M. Estes after which the body was laid to rest in the Hamilton grave yard west of town.
Notes:
- The Corsicana Daily Sun - Saturday, Aug 17, 1918
- Submitted by Diane Richards
- s/o William Dudley Rogers and Frances Elizabeth "Frankie" (Womack) Rogers
- (Death certificate says James Rogers obit says Walter LeRoy Rogers)
Anna Belle (Lackey) Followwell
1896 - Mar 7, 1917
In Memoriam.
The Death Angel visited the home of Mr. Jim Followwell and took from him his loving wife, Anna Belle Followwell, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Lackey, near Retreat community.
She was ill only a short time, her death being due to a severe case of measles.
It was hard to give her up but God saw fit to take her. She suffered, oh so much but she will never suffer on this sinful earth again.
Weep not, dear husband and parents, for she has gone to rest with God and his angels. Remember, dear parents, the Holy Book is a good guide. You will have to wait and prepare to meet her in the other world. Just think how happy you will be when each face you see.
She was laid to rest in the Hamilton Cemetery and a large crown was present.
Brother Gunter and Brother Louis held the funeral services.
Darling Anna Belle has left us,
Left us, yes, for evermore.
But we hope to meet our loved one
On that bright and happy shore.
Thy gentle voice now is hushed,
Thy warm, true heart is still
And on thy young and innocent brow
Is resting Death's cold chill.
Thy hands are clasped upon thy breast,
We have kissed thy lovely brow,
And in our aching hearts we know
We have our darling.
�Tis hard to break the tender cord,
When love has bound the heart.
�Tis hard, so hard, to speak the words,
"We must forever part."
Dearest loved one, we must lay thee
In the peaceful grave's embrace,
But thy memory will be cherished
Till we see thy heavenly face.
We had a little treasure once,
She was our joy and pride.
We loved her, perhaps too well,
For soon she slept and died.
All is dark within our dwelling,
Lonely are our hearts today.
For the one we loved so dearly
Has passed away.
�Tis sad that one we cherish
Should be taken from our home.
But the joys do not perish,
They live in memory alone.
All the years we've spent together,
All the happy, golden hours,
Shall be cherished in rememberence,
Fragrant sweets from memory's flowers.
A precious one from us has gone.
A voice we loved is stilled,
A place is vacant in our home,
Which can never be filled.
--Written by her cousin, Nettie.
Notes:
Joe Bailey Middleton
Jan 14, 1920 - Feb 8, 1946
FUNERAL SERVICES TO BE ON SUNDAY
Joe B. Middleton, aged 26 years, died in Eagle Lake Friday from injuries received in an oil field accident. Funeral services will be held from the Corley Chapel Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock with interment in the Hamilton cemetery. The rites will be conducted by James A. Johnson, minister of the West Side Church of Christ.
Middleton served five years in the 36th division, U. S. Army, including three years spent overseas.
Surviving are his mother, Mrs. J. C. Middleton, Corsicana; six brothers, W. R. Middleton, Austin; J. N. Middleton, Houston; H. O. Middleton, Fort Worth; C. A., John C. and Sherman Middleton all of Corsicana; a sister Ann Middleton, Fort Worth.
Notes:
---
FUNERAL HELD FOR OIL FIELD MISHAP VICTIM ON SUNDAY
Funeral services for Joe B. Middleton, age 26 years, veteran of World War 11, who died at Eagle Lake Friday night from injuries sustained in an oil field accident, were held from the Corley Chapel Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Burial was in the Hamilton cemetery. The rites were conducted by James A. Johnson, minister of the West End Church of Christ.
Middleton served five years in the Thirty-Sixth division in the U. S. Army, including three years overseas duty.
Surviving are his mother, Mrs. J. C. Middleton, Corsicana; six brothers, W. R. Middleton, Austin; J. N. Middleton, Fort Worth, C. A., John C. and Sherman Middleton, all of Corsicana; and a sister Ann Middleton Fort Worth.
Pallbearers were Russell Odom, Tony Odom, Curtis Wood, Lee Lambert, J. B. French and E. P. French.
Notes:
Freddie Lee Wiley
Jun 25, 1940 - Feb 2, 2007
Mr. Freddie Lee Wiley, age 66, of Corsicana, Texas, died Friday, February 2, 2007, in Tyler, Texas.
He is survived by his brother & sister-in-law, Joe & Renee Wiley of Corsicana, Texas.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Saturday, February 10, 2007 at Corley Funeral Home. Graveside service will be at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery at 3:00 PM Sunday, February 11, 2007, Bro Bill Honea officiating. Interment will be at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery in Retreat, Texas.
Notes:
- Corley Funeral Home
- Submitted by Diane Richards
- BGHS 1958
- s/o George Bragg Wiley buried in Brandon cemetery, Brandon, Texas and Adele (Bell) Wiley
Elmer James Webb
Aug 17, 1895 - Jun 6, 1921
Died Near Here This Morning.
Elmer Webb, aged twenty-six years, died a mile south of town at 9 o'clock this morning after an illness of five months, and the remains were interred in the Hamilton cemetery this afternoon at 5 o'clock. The deceased was the son of Wesley Webb of the Pickett community, and besides his parents, is survived by his wife.
Notes:
- The Corsicana Daily Sun - Monday, June 6, 1921
- Submitted by Diane Richards
- US Army WWI
- h/o Nina (Cardwell) Webb married May 20, 1917 s/o James Wesley "Wess" Webb & Willie (Alsebrook) Webb per death certificate (Wesley and Willie are buried in Oakwood cemetery)
----
Resolution of Respect.
Whereas, God has seen fit to call from this life into a better one, our beloved brother, Elmer Webb. Bro Webb was born at Hubbard, Texas, August 17, 1895. Died June 6, 1921. He was married to Miss Nina Cardwell, May 20, 1917. He served in the Unites States army from September 6, 1918 until January 11, 1919. He united with Cedar Creek Baptist church in September 1919 and remained one of the most faithful members until death. During his Christian life he developed into one of the strongest soldiers of the cross. He was a man of high thoughts, clean life and strong character was found on the right side of every undertaking for his Master. His life was an inspiration to his pastor and others. It can be truly said, "A prince in Israel has fallen."
He leaves to mourn his death a young wife, father, mother, other friends. "Let us not weep as those who have no hope," but as the Psalmist said, "Passing through the valley of weeping we make it a place of springs."
After funeral services by Bro. L. C. Howell his remains were laid to rest in the Hamilton cemetery to await the resurrection of the righteous dead.
Be it resolved, 1. That Cedar Creek Baptist Sunday school and church has lost one of her most faithful members.
2. That we extend to the bereaved our heartfelt sympathy in the hour of sadness.
3. That a copy of this be placed on our minutes, a copy be sent to the wife, a copy be sent to the Baptist Progress and Corsicana Light for publications.
Committee - H. L. McKissack, Calvin White, N. D. Johnston.
Notes:
Samuel C. "Sam" Pritchett, Rev.
Jul 14, 1879 - Sep 18, 1924
Remains Interred In Hamilton.
The remains of the late Rev. S. C. Pritchett, 45 years old, who died suddenly near noon yesterday at the home of his brother-in-law, Millard Wilson in the Retreat community, were interred in the Hamilton cemetery this afternoon at 3 o'clock. Rev. W. A. Sanders officiated and there was a large attendance and many beautiful floral offerings.
Notes:
Thomas �Tom� McElroy
Jun 15, 1877 - Jun 21, 1924
TOM M'ELROY DIED HERE SATURDAY P.M. FUNERAL SUNDAY
Tom McElroy, 46, who lived with his mother, Mrs. Martha McElroy, 1505 West Sixth avenue, died at the home Saturday afternoon, and the remains were interred in the Hamilton cemetery near noon yesterday, Rev. E. P. Kennedy officiating. The deceased had lived here many years and had many friends who are pained by his death.
Notes:
William Oliver "Billy" Patrick
Apr 14, 1883 - Nov 6, 1924
Died Near Here This morning.
William Oliver Patrick, aged 41, died near the Texas Pumping Station, one mile south of town this morning, and the remains will be interred in the Hamilton cemetery tomorrow, the hour not yet named. The deceased is survived by his mother, Mrs. P. J. Patrick.
Notes:
Edward W. �Eddie� Middleton
1909 - Jan 7, 1924
Died Near Corbet.
Eddie Middleton, aged 14 years, son of J. C. Middleton, died near Corbet last night of measles, and the remains were interred in the Hamilton cemetery this afternoon. Several other children of the family are sick with the same disease.
Notes:
Sammie P. Shaw
Jun 16, 1920 - Jul 22, 1923
Little Girl Died Yesterday.
The three-year-old daughter of Sam T. Shaw died at the family home, 807 South Tenth street, at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon, and the remains were interred in the Hamilton cemetery near noon today.
Notes:
INFANT SON Pharis
Nov 13, 1924 - Nov 14, 1924
The infant son of W. P. Pharris died last night on North Thirteenth Street north of Post Oak creek and the remains were interred in the Hamilton cemetery this afternoon.
Notes:
Virgil Carver
Jul 31, 1902 - Aug 21, 1953
Virgil Carver Dies Thursday
Virgil Carver, 51, died at the family residence in the Pickett community Thursday night following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be held from the Corley Chapel Saturday at 2 p.m. Burial will be in the Hamilton cemetery. The rites will be conducted by Rev. H. M. Nichols Missionary Baptist minister.
Surviving are a son, Richard Carver, and parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elisha (Doc) Carver, all of Corsicana; five brothers, Roscoe Carver, Louisville, Ky.; Jesse Carver, West Liberty, Ky.; L. C., E. C. and James Carver, all of Corsicana; and three sisters, Mrs. Jewell Snowgren, Temple; Mrs. Elizabeth Hines, Louisville, Ky., and Miss Nellie Carver, Muchel, Ky., and other relatives.
Notes:
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Virgil Carver Rites Saturday
Funeral services for Virgil Carver, 51, who died at the family residence southwest of Corsicana Thursday night following an extended illness, were held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Corley Chapel at 2 p.m. from the Corley Chapel.
The rites were conducted by Rev. H. M. Nichols, Missionary Baptist minister. Burial was in the Hamilton Cemetery.
Surviving are a son, Richard Carver, and parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elisha (Doc) Carver, all of Corsicana; five brothers, Roscoe cArver, Louisville, Ky.; Jesse Carver, West Liberty, Ky.; L. C., E. C. and James Carver, all of Corsicana, three sisters, Mrs. Jewel Snowgren, Temple; Mrs. Elizabeth Hines, Louisville, Ky., and Miss Nellie Carver, Muchel, Ky., and other relatives.
Pallbearers were Rufus Pevehouse, Jack Hagler, A. B. Paschal, Jeff Harwell, Lonnie Coker and George Bush.
Notes:
Martha E. (Petty) McElroy
Dec 12, 1850 - Jun 8, 1927
NATIVE OF NAVARRO COUNTY DIED HERE; BURIAL; THURSDAY
MRS. MARTHA E. M'ELROY HAD LIVED IN COUNTY SEVENTY-SEVEN YEARS
Mrs. Martha E. McElroy, aged 77 years, died at her residence, 1505 West Sixth Avenue Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock and the remains were interred in the Hamilton cemetery Thursday noon. Mrs. McElroy was a native of Navarro county. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. H. A. Conway, pastor of the Hope Baptist church.
Surviving are two brothers, Joe and John Petty, both of Corsicana; one half-brother, Bob Petty, Corsicana; two half-sisters.
Four children had preceded her in death.
Notes:
Ovie
(Burns) Ballew Mahoney
Feb 18, 1913 - Sept 12, 2016
Ovie
Burns Mahoney, 103 passed away Monday, Sept. 12, 2016 in
Waco.
She was born in Corsicana on Feb. 18, 1913, to Willie M.
Burns and Clara West Burns.
She was a long time member of Westhill Church of Christ. She
was also employed with Texas Miller Hat Factory for a number
of years and retired from the State of Texas.
She was preceded in death by four brothers, Joe, John, Carl
and Willie Burns Jr.; two sons, Eddie Joe and Richard Gene
Mahoney.
Ovie is survived by two daughters, Rita B Loucks of Little
Rock, Arkansas and Myra Ferrill of Waco; one granddaughter,
Vicky L Pavelka of Axtell; five grandsons, Ricky W. Moore of
Waco, Jeffrey D Laux of Little Rock, Arkansas, Chadley D
Loucks of Austin, Richard G Mahoney, Jr. of Clifton and John
W Mahoney of Tyler; four great grandchildren, five
great-great grandchildren, a sister, Fran Reynolds of
Corsicana and several nieces, nephews and friends.
Memorials may be sent to Westhill Church of Christ
Benevolent Fund 3400 west HWY 22 Corsicana, Texas 75110 or
Providence Hospice 6700 Sanger Ave Waco, Texas 76710.
Visitation was held from 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 14,
2016 at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home Chapel with funeral
services to follow at 10 a.m.
Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home |
Notes:
Troy Doebler
Oct 12, 1970 - Sept 7, 2016
Troy Arnold Doebler, 45 of Kerens, passed away Wednesday, Sept.
7, 2016 at East Texas Medical Center Hospital in Tyler.
He was born Monday, Oct. 12, 1970 in Mesa, Arizona to Arnold
Norman Doebler and Sandra Kay Carter Doebler
Troy is survived by his mother, Sandra Kay Martin of Kerens;
sister, Tammie Kay Davenport of Kerens; grandmother, Bobbie Fern
Gilbert of Kerens and great aunt, Lou Vaughn Johnson of Kerens.
The family will receive visitors from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday,
Sept. 24, 2016 at the residence of Lou Vaughn Johnson, 17021 SE
CR 4210 Kerens, Texas 75144
Troy's family requested direct cremation.
Arrangements by Paschal Funeral Home
Notes:
Patsy Ruth Gorden
Oct 15, 1943 - June 9, 2016
Patsy
Ruth Gorden went to be with our Lord on Thursday, June 9,
2016 at Heritage Oaks West Retirement Village.
She was born on Oct. 15, 1943 to John and Bertha Gorden in
Roscoe.
Patsy worked as a waitress at Navarro Mills Cafe where she
made friends with all she met.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, David
Murrell, Sr.; brothers, J. H. Gorden, Robert Gorden, Herman
Gorden, Donald Gorden and sister, Sue Melton.
She is survived by her sons, Dan David Murrell, Jr., Ricky
Lee Murrell and Carl Ray Murrell; daughter, Mary Nadine
Burrell; grand daughters, Olivia, Kelsey and Lisa Murrell;
two great-grandchildren; sister, Peggy Kindrick; brother and
sister-in-law, Tommy and Patsy Ann Gorden and numerous
nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June
25, 2016 at Navarro Mills Baptist Church.
A special thank you to all the wonderful staff at Heritage
Oaks West and Hand-in-Hand Hospice. |
Notes:
Gary Michael "Mike" Norris
Nov 25, 1942 - June 12, 2016
Gary Michael "Mike" Norris, 72 passed away on Sunday, June 12,
2016 at the V.A. Hospital in Houston.
He was born on Nov. 25, 1942 in Corsicana.
He graduated from
Corsicana
High School in 1960 and at the
University of Texas, Austin in 1965, majoring in finance.
After serving in the United States Army, his professional career
was devoted to banking and the computer technology industry in
Houston and Dallas.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Winnette
Norris of Corsicana and a brother, Tony.
He is survived by a brother, Ron Norris and wife Wanda of
Arlington; niece Becky Hayslip and husband Danny of Arlington,
their children, Garrett and Alyssa; nephew John of Dallas along
with other family members.
Mike is also survived by close companions and caregivers, Janie
Mullins and Dianne Yeomens.
Visitation will be held from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 18,
2016 at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home in Corsicana with a
private service to follow.
The family request donations to a favorite charity in lieu of
flowers.
Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home
Notes:
Gertrude (Watkins) Walker
Mar 1, 1912 - Apr 24, 2016
Gertrude W. Walker passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2016.
She was born to parents Elihu Paige (Boss) Watkins and Etta
Lou Sullivan Watkins on March 1, 1912 in Eureka.
Living there until 1924, she moved to Corsicana where she
lived until her death.
Her grandparents were Dr. William Bejamin Worth Watkins and
Adelaide Forsyth (Paternal) Watkins of Eureka, Judge John
James Sullivan and Rebecca Castles Sullivan also of Eureka.
Gertrude married Robert C. Walker on Feb. 11, 1933.
They shared 75 years of the perfect life together. They were
members of the Westhill Church of Christ in Corsicana and
were regular attendees of the same congregation for more
than 75 years.
She worked as a pink lady at the Old Memorial Hospital for
many years, often delivering "food for fitness" and worked
with the ladies in the church for over 75 years.
Gertrude was preceded in death by her beloved husband Robert
C. Walker, 101; sisters, Verna Mae Watkins Bell and husband
James Rupert Bell, Sr., and Clara Rebecca Watkins Waters and
husband Richard David Waters II; brother Elihu Paige
Watkins, Jr., and wife Jesse Ruth Buchanan Watkins; nephews
James Rupert Bell, Jr., Barry Paige Watkins and niece
Phyllis Faye Bell.
She is survived by niece Beverly Jean Watkins of Austin;
nephews Larry P. Bell and wife Dana of Benton, Arkansas,
Charles T. Bell and wife Sheila of Dallas, Richard Waters,
III and wife Graciela of Austin, Fred Waters of Bulverde,
Ilse Tavernier Bell of Colorado Springs, Colorado, widow of
James Bell, Jr., and many great nieces and nephews.
Being the very caring and giving person she was all of her
life, Gertrude willed her body to UT Southwestern Medical
Center as a final act of service to others.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
The family wishes to thank Ella Humphries and Bridget
Anderson for their years of care and comfort.
It is requested that any memorial donations in her memory be
made to Arms of Hope, 21300 State Hwy. 16 N. Medina, TX
78055, or to a charity of your choice. |
Notes:
Maude Christine (Rash) Miller
Aug 7, 1930 - July 4, 2016
Christine
Miller, 85, passed away on July 4, 2016 in Corsicana.
She was born on Aug. 7, 1930 in Eureka to Georgia and Emmett
Rash.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, sister and was a faithful member of
Northside Baptist Church of Corsicana for
60 years.
She had a lifelong passion for interior design through her
business, Creative Interiors, where she decorated the homes
of many in Corsicana.
She was preceded in death by siblings Vermell Rash, Billy
("Buddy") Rash, Marie Rash Daniels and Charlie ("CG") Rash.
She is survived by her husband, Cecil Gaither Miller whom
she was married to for 67 wonderful years.
She is also survived by her sons, Gary Miller and wife
Ginger, Kim Miller and wife Mylea; her grandchildren,
Christopher Miller, Brandy Harrison, Timothy Miller, Tracy
Petty, Allison Gillentine, Haeley Atkeisson, Hannah Braun
and Cole Miller; 10 great-grandchildren.
She is also survived by siblings Volu Rash Slate, Richard
Rash and Curtis Rash.
Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 6,
2016 at Corley Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 7,
2016 at Northside Baptist Church with Pastor Rick Lamb
officiating.
Interment will follow at
Providence Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Christopher Miller, Timothy Miller, Cole
Miller, Bill Harrison, Kevin Petty, Mark Rash, Rick Rash,
Jimmy Rash and Dwayne Slate.
Memorial contributions may be made to Northside Baptist
Church, 2800 N.
Beaton, Corsicana, Texas 75110. |
Notes:
Myrtle I. Fleming
abt 1951 - July 4, 2016
Myrtle I. Fleming, 65 of Corsicana passed away on Monday, July
4,2016 at Renfro Healthcare Center in Waxahachie.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 9, 2016 at
First Independent Baptist Church located at 701 G. W. Jackson
Avenue.
Interment will follow at Woodland Memorial Park.
Arrangements by Ross and Johnson Mortuary.
Notes:
Shirley G. Martin
abt 1946 - June 26, 2016
Shirley G. Martin, 70, of Kerens passed away on Sunday, June 26,
2016 at Navarro Regional Hospital.
Visitation will be held from noon to 7 p.m. Friday, July 1, 2016 at
M.
R. Smith Parlor for Funerals.
Funeral services are set to begin at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 2, 2016
at Church on the Rock in Rice with pastor Cedrick Langley
officiating.
Interment to follow at Woodland Memorial Park Cemetery.
Arrangements made by M. R. Smith Parlor for Funerals.
Notes:
Robert Roy Elliott
Oct 25, 1945 - Jun 28, 2016
Robert
Roy Elliott, 70, of Corsicana passed away on Tuesday, June
28,
2016 at Navarro Regional Hospital.
Visitation will be held from noon to 7 p.m. Friday, July 1,
2016 at M.R.
Smith Parlor for Funerals.
Funeral services are set to begin at 2 p.m. Saturday, July
2, 2016 at Bethel A.M.E. Church with pastor W. Green
officiating.
Interment to follow at
Woodland Memorial Park Cemetery.
Arrangements made by M.R. Smith Parlor for Funerals.
|
Notes:
Robert
Lyndell Chapman
Sep 5, 1937 - Jun 21, 2016
Mr.
Robert Lyndell Chapman was born in Hubbard on Sept. 5, 1937
and went to his eternal home on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at
the age of 78 years old.
He graduated from
Corsicana High School in 1957.
In his early 20's he served on the Hamlin Police department
and the Texas National Guard until joining the United States
Army for 27 years.
He received many Medals of Commendation, and a purple heart
for a non-combat accident while on active duty. During his
service for the Army he was stationed in Ft. Benning,
Georgia, Aschaffenburg, Germany, Pirmasens, Germany and Ft.
Huachuca, Arizona.
After retirement from the Army he moved back to Corsicana
where he served as a Navarro County Deputy Sheriff for 10
years.
He was a member of the Corsicana Masonic Lodge No. 174.
His passion was working in the yard and being Opa to his
grandkids and his precious Iulia.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank V. Chapman,
Sr. and Katherine Duke Chapman; siblings, Frank Chapman,
Jr., Katherine Inez Smith, Alvin Earl Chapman, and Sharon
Threet; his late wife, Maria Elizabeth Chapman and a
step-son, Tracy Johnson.
He is survived by his wife, Bobette Chapman of Malakoff;
son, John A.
Chapman and wife Shelly of Corsicana; daughter, Helen B.
Jordan and husband Robert Earl of Corsicana; step-daughter,
Rita Ferguson of Malakoff; grandchildren, Katie and Kyle
Weatherwax of Corsicana, Zach and Alena Chapman of
Waxahachie, Tisha and Ryan Scott of Rockett and Danielle
Jordan of Corsicana; great granddaughter, Iulia Scott;
brother, Rev. Howard Chapman and wife, Darkus of Wichita
Falls; sister, Helen Ruth Wilcox and husband Herbert of
Corsicana; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation with the family will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on
Friday, June 24, 2016 at Corley Funeral Home.
Funeral services will held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 25,
2016 at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Howard
Chapman and Rev. James Huffstetler officiating.
Interment with military honors will follow in
Oakwood Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be friends of the family. |
Notes:
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The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thursday, June 23, 2016
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
- h/o Maria Elisabeth (Shuppert) Chapman & Bobette Chapman;
s/o Frank V. Chapman, Sr. and Katherine (Duke) Chapman
Sandy Denise Johnson
Jun 24, 1962 - Jun 20, 2016
Sandy
Denise Johnson, 53 of Corsicana, passed away on Monday, June
20,
2016 at Navarro Regional Hospital.
Funeral services are set to begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, June
25, 2016 at Kelly's Temple Church of God In Christ, 501 N.
3rd Street. Interment will follow at
Woodland Memorial Park.
Arrangements by Ross and Johnson Mortuary. |
Notes:
Korin Scott "Kody" Kitchen
Sep 4, 1973 - Jul 15, 2016
Korin
"Kody" Scott Kitchen, 42, of Corsicana passed away on
Friday, July 15, 2016 at Kindred Hospital in Mansfield.
He was born on Sept. 4, 1973 in Corsicana.
Korin was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church under the
leadership of Pastor A. Smith.
He graduated with the
class of 1992 at Corsicana High
School.
Korin also worked for years at Green Oak Medical Facility as
an evaluating clerk.
He was preceded in death by his father, James Kitchen;
brother, Taurus Kitchen; "Daddy" S.A. Oston, Ben Kitchen and
Uncles, Stu, Bill and Jackie.
Korin was survived by his son, Kameion Scott Kitchen;
mother, Virginia Oston Kitchen; grandmothers, Mayola Oston
and Janie Perry; aunts, Lucille Cole, Joyce Watts, Postell
Holman, Margaret Butler, Linda Brown, Cora L. Thomas;
uncles, Rev. George Kitchen, Morris Johnson, Charles C.
Johnson, Jessie W. Johnson; devoted sister-in-law, Catrice
Kitchen and a host of special cousins, family members and
dear friends.
Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July
23, 2016 at Woodland
Cemetery with Bishop K.D. Davis
officiating.
Interment to follow with Kevin C. Cole, Melvin C. Cole,
Chris Austin, Myron (John) Glover, Mike Nickerson and
Jeffery Thomas serving as pallbearers.
Arrangements by Scott Funeral Home. |
Notes:
Annie Doris (Spence) Solomon
abt 1941 - Jul 17, 2016
Annie Doris Spence Solomon, 75 of Corsicana passed away on Sunday,
July 17, 2016 at Navarro Regional Hospital.
She married Willie Solomon, Jr., on March 5, 1956.
Annie retired from Heritage Oaks Retirement Village as a CNA.
Visitation will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, July 22, 2016 at
Ross and Johnson Mortuary followed by a Wake service from 7 to 8
p.m. at Harmony Baptist Church.
Funeral services are set to begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 23, 2016
at Second Mission Baptist Church with Pastor Michael Williams and
Bishop John Baker officiating.
Interment will follow at Woodland
Memorial Park.
Arrangements by Ross and Johnson Mortuary.
Notes:
Mary Juanita
"Nita" (Miley) Conn
Nov 17, 1924 - Oct 18, 2016
Mary
Juanita (Nita) Conn went home Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016. She
fought a good fight against numerous health battles and is
now freed from the struggles and pains of this Life. She was
Born in Port Arthur.
Juanita grew up in rural Emhouse. A child of the Great
Depression, she always told people we didn't know they were
poor because Momma and Daddy shared so much love and
provided so well the basics of life.
In 1942, she married J.W. and they moved to Corsicana. In
her 20's, and before raising two children, Juanita worked
for the Singer Sewing Company where she taught many women
older than her to sew. When J.W. died in 1968, she worked
for American National Insurance Co., retiring from there
after 20 years.
She was preceded in death by her Mother and Father, Clarence
Lafayette and Mary Clemie Miley; four sisters, Kathryn Conn,
Dorothy Russell, Hilda Hardin and Bobbie Greer and her
husband, J.W. Conn.
Surviving all their husbands, the sisters, Juanita, Dorothy
and Bobbie lived together in Corsicana for over 20 years.
Known about town as "The Golden Girls," they made beautiful
Christmas stockings together and took food to countless
families when their loved ones were sick. Now, Juanita is an
angel in heaven, once again in the embrace of her God, her
mother and father, her sisters and her loving husband.
She was preceded in death by her Mother and Father, Clarence
Lafayette and Mary Clemie Miley; four sisters, Kathryn Conn,
Dorothy Russell, Hilda Hardin and Bobbie Greer and her
husband, J.W. Conn.
She is survived by her brother, Charles Miley; children, Pam
and Billy Conn; god-daughter, JoLynn Mixon Fisher; best
friend of 60+ years, Billie Jean Mixon; grandchildren,
Alisha Massey, Andrew and Katelyn Conn; a great-grandson,
Gavin Fox Massey; daughters-in-law, Carolyn Conn and Patty
Lane; grandson-in-law Bret Massey, granddaughter in law,
Claire Becker and numerous nieces and nephews.
We grieve because our world is without a sweet and special
soul, yet her memory will live strong within us brought to
life by a Christmas stocking hung at the holidays, the touch
of a piece of fabric sewn by her hand, one of her recipes
made, or a story of long ago told.
Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21,
2016 at Oakwood
Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, family request donations be made in her
name to Hospice of East Texas Foundation 4111 University
Blvd. Tyler, Texas 76701. Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton
Funeral Home, Corsicana. |
Notes:
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Mary Juanita "Nita" Conn
Mary Juanita "Nita" Conn, 91, passed away Tuesday, October 18,
2016. She fought a good fight against numerous health battles and is
now freed from the struggles and pains of this Life. Graveside
service will be at 1 p.m., Friday, October 21, 2016, at Oakwood
Cemetery.
Nita was born in Port Arthur, Texas, to the late Clarence Lafayete
Miley and Mary Clemie Miley. She grew up in rural Emhouse, Texas. A
child of the Great Depression, she always told people, "We didn't
know they were poor because Momma and Daddy shared so much love and
provided so well the basics of life." In 1942, she married John W. "J.W."
Conn and they moved to Corsicana.
In her twenties, and before raising two children, Juanita worked for
the Singer Sewing Company where she taught many women older than
herself, to sew. When J.W. died in 1968, she worked for American
National Insurance Co., retiring from there after 20 years.
Surviving all their husbands, the sisters, Juanita, Dorothy, and
Bobbie lived together in Corsicana for over 20 years. Known about
town as "The Golden Girls," they made beautiful Christmas stockings
together and took food to countless families when their loved ones
were sick.
She was preceded in death by her her husband, J.W. Conn; and
sisters: Kathryn Conn, Dorothy Russell, Hilda Hardin, and Bobbie
Greer.
Survivors include her children, Pam and Billy Conn; god-daughter,
JoLynn Mixon Fisher; grandchildren: Alisha Massey, Andrew, and
Katelyn Conn; great-grandson, Gavin Fox Massey; daughters-in-law,
Carolyn Conn and Patty Lane; her brother, Charles Miley; her best
friend of 60+ years, Billie Jean Mixon; other relatives and numerous
nieces and nephews.
Emmett Edgar
Rash
Oct 6, 1900 - Jun 12, 1953
E.E. RASH SERVICE IS HELD SATURDAY
Funeral rites were held from the Providence Baptist Church Saturday
for E. E. Rash, 52-year-old resident of Eureka, who died of a heart
attack Friday.
Services were conducted by Rev. Lee Peakell, and Rev. L. J. Ware.
Burial was in the Eureka
cemetery.
Rash is survived by his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Marie Rash
Daniels, Fort Worth; Mrs. Christine Miller, Mildred; and Volu Rash,
Eureka; four sons, Billy B. Rash, Houston; C. G. Rash, Mildred;
Richard and Curtis Rash, both of Eureka, and other relatives.
Pallbearers were Don Chandler, Buck Frame, Douglas Hodge, Buck
Montgomery, Bob Martin and Floyd Farmer.
McCammon Funeral Home directed.
Notes:
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E. E. Rash Dies Of Heart Attack
E. E. Rash, 52-year-old resident of Eureka, died at his home at 2:45
a.m. Friday of a heart attack.
Funeral services will be held from the Providence Baptist Church
Saturday at 3 p.m., with Rev. Lee Peakell and Rev. L. J. Ware
conducting. Burial will be in the Eureka
cemetery.
Rash is survived by his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Marie Rash
Daniels, Fort Worth; Mrs. Christine Miller, Mildred; and Volu Rash,
Eureka; four sons, Billy B. Rash, Houston; C. G. Rash, Mildred;
Richard and Curtis Rash, both of Eureka; and other relatives.
Pallbearers will be Don Chandler, Buck Frame, Douglas Hodge, Buck
Montgomery, Bob Martin and Floyd Farmer.
McCammon Funeral Home will direct.
Notes:
Willie Dean (Price) Burrow-West
Feb 23, 1915 - Oct 23, 2016
Willie
Dean West, 101 of Kerens, passed away Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016
at the Heritage Oaks Retirement Village.
She was born Feb. 23, 1915 in Emmett to J.C. and Mary Bailey
Price.
Mrs. West worked for many years at the Gibson Discount
Center and was a life-long member of the First Baptist
Church in Kerens.
She is preceded in death by her parents, J.C. and Mary
Bailey Price; husband, Paul West; two daughters, Brenda
Renfro and Ketty Lois Marshall; one grandchild, Paula
Renfro.
She is survived by her daughter, Betty McCain of Angus;
stepdaughter, Paula Brenneman of Rockville, Maryland;
stepson, Sammy West of Kerens; grandchildren, Anna Dell
Shelby of Mt. Enterprize; Christi Krauch of Ft. Worth;
Cheryl Allen and husband Rob of Tyler; Roy Lynn McCain of
Angus; Randy McCain and wife Bettie of Mildred; Buddy
Marshall and wife Kristen of Mt. Pleasant; step
grandchildren; Laura Brenneman of Maryland; DeAnna Jackson
and husband Johnny of Kerens; David West of Ft. Worth;
numerous great grandchildren, great great grandchildren,
nieces and nephews and her Heritage Oaks Retirement Village
friends.
A visitation will be held from noon to 2 p.m. at First
Baptist Church Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2016. Funeral service is
scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2016 at the First
Baptist Church in Kerens with Bro. David LeFlore
officiating. Burial to follow in the
Prairie Point
Cemetery.
Arrangements by Paschal Funeral Home 903-396-2371 |
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tuesday, October 25, 2016
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
- w/o Paul Elihu West; d/o Joseph Copeland Price & Mary
Morris (Bailey)
Price [bur at Prairie Grove Cemetery, Emmett, Navarro Co., TX]
------
Willie Dean West, 101 of Kerens, passed away Sunday, Oct. 23,
2016 at the Heritage Oaks Retirement Village.
She was born Feb. 23, 1915 in Emmett to J.C. and Mary Bailey Price.
Mrs. West worked for many years at the Gibson Discount Center and
was a life-long member of the First Baptist Church in Kerens.
She is preceded in death by her parents, J.C. and Mary Bailey Price;
husband, Paul West; two daughters, Brenda Renfro and Ketty Lois
Marshall; one grandchild, Paula Renfro.
She is survived by her daughter, Betty McCain of Angus;
stepdaughter, Paula Brenneman of Rockville, Maryland; stepson, Sammy
West of Kerens; grandchildren, Anna Dell Shelby of Mt. Enterprize;
Christi Krauch of Ft. Worth; Cheryl Allen and husband Rob of Tyler;
Roy Lynn McCain of Angus; Randy McCain and wife Bettie of Mildred;
Buddy Marshall and wife Kristen of Mt. Pleasant; step grandchildren;
Laura Brenneman of Maryland; DeAnna Jackson and husband Johnny of
Kerens; David West of Ft. Worth; numerous great grandchildren, great
great grandchildren, nieces and nephews and her Heritage Oaks
Retirement Village friends.
A visitation will be held from noon to 2 p.m. at First Baptist
Church Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2016. Funeral service is scheduled for 2
p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2016 at the First Baptist Church in Kerens
with Bro. David LeFlore officiating. Burial to follow in the
Prairie Point Cemetery.
Lloyd Gerald Simpson
Nov. 14, 1930 � Sep. 12, 2015
1st
wife Emma Dorcas (Ragan) Simpson-Isom 2nd wife Billy Fern
(Mull) Smith-Simpson Married April 21, 1971 s/o Lloyd Evans
Simpson and Edna Irene (Bourland) Simpson buried in Rose
Hill Cemetery, Blooming Grove, Texas
Lloyd Gerald Simpson of Idalou passed away on Saturday,
September 12, 2015 at the age of 84. He was born November
14, 1930 in Barry, Texas to Lloyd Evans and Edna Irene (Bourland)
Simpson. Lloyd served in the U.S. Air Force in the
Korean war prior to his
graduation from Texas Tech University in 1956 with his
education and mechanical engineering degree. He taught and
coached prior to working for several mechanical engineering
firms. He then went into business for himself as Simpson
Technical Sales. He was a member of Idalou United Methodist
Church and former member of the Lions Club.
Lloyd married Billy Fern Smith on April 25, 1971 in Idalou.
They loved to travel in their RV and made numerous friends
across the United States. After Lloyd's retirement, the
couple moved to Lake Brownwood, affectionately called
"granddaddy's lake", and spent 13 wonderful years. In 2004
they returned back to Idalou.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Billy;
children, Rhonda Pruitt and Randye McKee, both of Lubbock,
Suzette Watts and husband Steve of Houston, Jo Ed Smith and
Debbie of Austin, and Eddy Smith of Denver, Colorado; seven
grandchildren, Michael Pruitt of Lubbock, Bode McKee and
wife Gaelan of Gunnison, Colorado, Cherie Smith of Lubbock,
Kristin de Meo and husband Paul of Houston, Tamara Cowen and
husband Patrick of Abilene, Brian Watts and wife Allison of
College Station, and Trevor Watts and wife Deborah of
Anaheim, California; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Edna
Earl Landrum; and daughter, Sue Smith.
Memorial services are scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Tuesday,
September 15, 2015 at Idalou United Methodist Church. The
family will have a time of fellowship for those in
attendance to follow. Memorial donations can be made to your
charity of choice.
The family would like to thank Gracie with Gentevia Hospice,
Dr. Radhi at UMC, and Library of Legacies for the care given
to Lloyd. They would also like to thank their many friends
for their love and support.
Combest Family Funeral Home - Idalou, Texas |
Notes:
- Submitted by
Diane Richards
-
Blooming Grove High School Class of 1948
-
U. S. Air Force Korea Conflict
- 1st wife Emma Dorcas (Ragan) Simpson-Isom 2nd wife Billy
Fern (Mull) Smith-Simpson Married April 21, 1971; s/o Lloyd
Evans Simpson & Edna Irene (Bourland) Simpson buried in Rose
Hill Cemetery, Blooming Grove, Texas
- Idalou Cemetery, Idalou, Lubbock Co., TX
Dorothy Virginia (Hollaman) Ovalle
June 16, 1931 - Oct 3, 2016
Dorothy
Ovalle, 85, of Corsicana passed away peacefully at her home
Monday, Oct. 3, 2016. Dorothy was born June 16, 1931 in
Kerens to Jack and Lela (Snowden) Hollaman.
She was a devoted wife, loving and caring mother. She was a
homemaker, loved to sew and take care of her roses in her
yard. She loved having her birds and tropical fish that she
took care of in her home.
Dorothy met the love of her life Mr. M. G. Ovalle in 1948,
she is now going to meet him in Heaven to be with him after
65 years of marriage.
She will be missed very much.
She is survived by her daughters Julia Nelson and Tim Malone
of Angus, Mary Long and late husband Jerry Long of Barry,
Lela Gilmore and husband Buddy of Weatherford and Virginia
Reese and husband Curtis of Purdon; her grandchildren,
Timothy Nelson of Mildred, Susan DeMoss of Corsicana, Scotty
Long of Fairfield, Chasity Long of Barry, John Durr of Azel,
Daniel Gilmore of Weatherford, Jessica Green of Corsicana,
Donnie Trull of Purdon, Denise Kelly of Kerens and 17 great
grandchildren.
She is also preceded in death by her parents and a daughter,
Johnnie Ovalle.
A time of visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 5,
2016 in the Corley Funeral Home Chapel.
A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 6,
2016 in the Corley Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Mark Luera
officiating.
Interment will follow in the
Calvary Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be her grandsons and great grandsons,
Timothy Nelson, Preston Mosley, Scott Long, John Durr,
Daniel Gilmore and Donnie Trull. |
Notes:
Delois Jean (Tanner) Lane
Jan 28, 1923 - Sep 27, 2016
DeLois [sic] Jean Lane was born Jan. 28, 1933. She passed away
from this life on Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2016. She was the fifth
daughter of Louis and Ola Tanner. She lived and worked in
Navarro County. She was born in Pursley Community and attended
school in Dawson, Pursley and Union High.
She worked for the Sun Glove Factory and Haggar Slacks till she
had to quit because of poor health in the early 70's. She
attended Shady Grove Baptist Church.
DeLois was preceded in death by her husband Bobby Lane; her
parents; her oldest son Thurman Thornton, Jr.; step-daughter
Karen Flanery; granddaughter Tabitha; three brothers, J.W., Rex
and Billy Benton and sisters Evie Nunn, Bessie Burleson, Jaunita
Dyer and Miriam Praytor.
She is survived by her son Doyce Thornton and wife Barbara;
brother Lewis Tanner and wife Pam; sisters, Reba Gullett and
Faye Dick; grandchildren, Thurman Thornton III, and wife Celia,
Paul Thornton and wife Crystal, Catherine, (DeDe) Smith and
husband James; Christy Jones; numerous great grandchildren and
one great-great grandchild, Along with numerous nieces, nephews
and extended family members.
Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016
at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home.
Graveside services will begin at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2, 2016 at
New Pursley Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Eddie Lamb, Jeff Lamb, Jeff Clifton, Jody
Pitts and Dean Simpson. Honorary pallbearers will be Vincent
Thornton and Ben Thornton.
Arrangements By Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun - Saturday, Oct 1, 2016
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
- Name is Delois on birth certificate and other records.
- w/o Bobby Lane; d/o Louis Whitfield Tanner & Ola Mable
(Cox) Tanner
Birtha Jane
"Janie" (Roberts) Johnson
Sep 30, 1932 - Sep 4, 2016
Birtha
J. Roberts Johnson, affectionately known as "Miss Talk Time"
passed away on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2016 at her residence in
Corsicana. She was born on Sept. 30, 1932 to Bailey and
Sarah Roberts in Hester Grove, Navarro County. She was the
13th child and the baby of the bunch.
Birtha began her education in Hester Grove and completed her
schooling in Wortham. She moved to Corsicana where she
worked at Loneols Cafe. She met and married Arlington
Johnson. She then went on to work at the Medical Arts Clinic
where she retired in 1985. Lastly she worked for Robbie
Griffin.
Birtha accepted Jesus Christ as her personal savior at an
early age and she gave God her all. She was a member of
Bethlehem Baptist Church where she served as a Sunday school
teacher and a choir member. She was also a member of the New
Rising Star District Association and the NAACP. The word of
God was her first priority. She enjoyed talking about the
goodness of the Lord.
Birtha enjoyed life to the fullest, especially talking with
people. She would drink coffee in the mornings while talking
with the squirrels.
Talk time was the highlight of her day and was her favorite
thing to do.
Reaching out to people in the community was the joy of her
life. She could remember loved ones and friends birthdays,
church annual programs, holidays and anniversaries. People
often asked her, "Mrs. Janie, how do you know my birthday?"
She would reply, "Baby I have my ways of knowing." She was
compassionate about the city of Corsicana and loved everyone
in the community.
She loved all of her grandchildren with her whole heart and
she would tell them the truth off the top and they had
better listen. She was very proud of her children and the
joy they brought to her life.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Bailey and Sarah
Roberts; husband, Arlington; six brothers, James Jessie, Ben
Roberts, Clyde Roberts, Flonzell Roberts and William Earl
Roberts; three sisters, Shelia Roberts, Charletta Roberts
and Mary Ella Roberts; one grandchild, Dikiti Deshaye
Johnson and one great grandchild.
Left to reflect and cherish her memory is a daughter, Linda
D. Green of Phoenix, Arizona; three sons, James G. Roberts,
Sr., (Elaine), Pastor, Dairy G Johnson, Sr., (Ellender) and
Ricky W. Roberts, Sr., (Lorena) of Corsicana; three sisters,
Sarah Lee Roberts of Seagoville; Annie Laura Fortune of
Corsicana and Eva Mae Roberts of Dallas; 17 grandchildren;
37 great grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; a
host of nieces, nephews and Christian friends.
Birtha will lie at state from noon to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept.
9, 2016 at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 409 N. Third St.,
Corsicana.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10,
2016 at Second Mission Baptist Church, 909 S. Fifth St.,
Corsicana with Ernest Betts, pastor of New Bethel Baptist
Church in Goodlow. Officiator and Dr. Preston Malone, pastor
of Higher Calling Fellowship Baptist Church in Duncanville
Eulogist.
Interment to follow at
Woodland Memorial Park.
Arrangements by Ross and Johnson Mortuary. |
Notes:
Robert "Bob" Shaw O'Dell
Jun 11, 1938 - Jul 8, 2016
Bob,
a long-time resident of Greenville, Conroe, and Corsicana,
was first and foremost a husband and father.
His love of his wife of 55 years, Betty O'Dell, was evident
in all that he did.
His family and friends often commented that Bob wouldn't
care and any choice should be left to Betty. As long as she
was happy, he was happy.
His children depended on him for his level headed approach
to any situation. He was the foundation of the family that
included not only his natural children but several from the
community that found themselves in need of a loving home.
Bob's love of all children was apparent everywhere he went.
He could charm babies into smiling and laughing. Many were
happy to spend time in his arms even though he was a new
face. His smile and happy nature were absolutely contagious.
Bob had two careers: as an educator in Dawson and as an
engineering assistant for Hughes Tool Company in Houston and
Corsicana.
He was well-liked, deeply respected, and an inspiration to
the people that worked with him.
Although his first degree was earned later in life, many of
the more credentialed engineers at Hughes Tool Company would
consult with him before making tough design decisions. As an
educator, he was responsible for bringing advanced
technology including networking and distance learning into
small schools in North Texas.
He always had time to help students with their computer
problems, or any problems really.
Throughout life, Bob's leadership, ability to solve problems
and love of life infected those around him. While few would
remember his early careers as a floor guard at a local
skating rink or delivering newspapers for the Greenville
Morning Herald, they were early indicators of a life of
energy, industry and responsibility.
Bob was always busy whether it was working, fixing things
around the house or taking care of his family. He had a long
life full of love and he will be deeply missed.
He was preceded in death by Brother Billy Don ODell, Son
Stephen Matthew, Granddaughter Ashley Greenup
Survivors:
Brothers: Jimmy, John;
Wife: Betty ODell;
Daughters: Sharon ODell & Shawn Greenup;
Son: Robert Shannon ODell;
Grandsons: Christopher Greenup, Sherman Greenup, Stephen
Kantor, Samuel Marsh, Keith ODell,
and 6 Great Grandchildren
Donnelly's Colonial Funeral Home, Irving, TX
Corsicana Daily Sun - Thursday, July 14, 2016
Submitted by Karen Rost
Note: Burial in Old Saltillo Cemetery, Saltillo, Hopkins
Co., TX |
Leda Faye "Lee" (Scoggins)
Watson
Mar 25, 1932 - Aug 30, 2016
Leda
Faye "Lee" Scoggins Watson, 84, passed away on Tuesday
morning, Aug. 30, 2016 at Baylor Hospital in Dallas. She was
born in Corsicana on March 25, 1932, she graduated from
Corsicana High School in 1950 and married Billy Earl Watson
of Barry in January of 1951.
She spent most of her married life in Hillsboro where their
three sons were born. After her husband's retirement from
Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, they built their
retirement home on their farm in Cryer Creek where they
lived until her husband's death in 2001. She then moved to
Corsicana to be near her sisters. She was a member of Barry
Baptist Church in Barry.
In addition to being preceded in death by her husband, she
is also preceded by her parents, Henry and Eunice Scoggins;
brothers, Henry W. Scoggins and James M. Scoggins and
sisters, Inez Scoggins Hammonds and Marie Scoggins Dionisi.
Leda is survived by her sons, William Earl Watson II and
wife Cindy of Glen Rose, Timothy James Watson and wife, Lee
Ann of Coppell and Stephen Andrew Watson and wife, Elizabeth
of Scottsdale, Arizona; sister, Maurine S. Rhodes of
Corsicana, and Brother-in-law Matt Donnie Dionisi of Fort
Worth; grandchildren Tammie Lane, Bonnie Watson, Blake
Watson, Brandon Watson, Lance Watson, Bryce Watson and great
grandson, Brendon Lane, along with numerous loving nieces
and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 2 at
Corley Funeral Home.
Services will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, at Corley
Funeral Chapel with the Reverends Gene Gipson of Barry
Baptist Church and Dr. Rick Lamb of Northside Baptist Church
officiating. Interment will follow at
Oakwood Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be William E. Watson II, Timothy J. Watson,
Stephen A. Watson, T. Blake Watson, Brandon L. Watson, and
Ross Rhodes.
Memorials may be made to The American Heart Association or a
choice of your choice.
An online guest book is available at
www.corleyfuneralhome.com and selecting the Leda Faye "Lee"
Watson obituary. |
Notes:
Marylin (Baldwin) Elmore
Aug 28, 1943 - Sep 10, 2016
Marylin
Baldwin Elmore, 73 of Ennis passed away Saturday, Sept. 10,
2016. She was born Aug. 28, 1943 in Corsicana to James
Edward and Pauline Kohen Baldwin.
She had a bachelors degree from Dallas Baptist University
and a masters degree from Amber University in Psychology.
She also received a minor in Family Counseling. She moved to
Ellis County in 1999 from Corsicana.
She was a member of Faith Lutheran in Corsicana and Christ
the King Lutheran Church in Waxahachie. Marylin was a film
fanatic, she enjoyed classic movies, musicals and westerns.
She loved flipping houses and Real Estate. She also played
the piano and organ at Faith Lutheran and also at Pleasant
Grove Methodist.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Marylin is survived by her husband Harvey Elmore of Ennis;
children Laura Elmore Hamby and husband Larry of Corsicana,
Paula Elmore Owens and husband Chad of Corsicana, Jessica
Elmore Wilcoxson and husband Tommy of Midlothian and Kellye
DeLayne Elmore of Ennis; eight grandchildren, Valerie,
Melissa, Katie, Brittany, Emily, Chad Jr., Conner and Tyler.
She also leaves behind numerous extended family members and
friends. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday,
Sept. 12, 2016 at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home.
Funeral service will begin at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13,
2016 at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor
Chad Owens officiating.
Interment to follow at
Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery. Pallbearers will be pastor
Chad Owens, Tommy Wilcoxson, Larry Hamby, Chad Owens Jr.,
Stephens Elmore and Esteven Pulido.
Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home |
Notes:
Fayrene (Milne) Sorensen
Sep 16, 1943 - Sep 26, 2016
Fayrene
Milne Sorensen, 73, passed away on Monday, Sept. 26, 2016 in
Lafayette, Louisiana. She was born on Sept. 16, 1943 in
Corsicana to A.C. and Ruby Milne.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas C.
Sorensen, brother, Kenneth Milne and her parents, A.C. Milne
and Ruby Willard Morgan Milne.
She is survived by her son, Cory Sorensen; daughter, Hope
Supple and husband Brad; grandsons, Ryan and Michael Supple
and sisters-in-law, Martha Milne and Carol Sorensen.
Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 30,
2016 at Oakwood
Cemetery. Officiating the service will be Dr. Rick Lamb.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Friedreich's
Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) in hopes to find a cure for
her grandson Michael. Donations can be made online at
www.curefa.org/memorials or mail directly to ATTN:
Memorials, Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance
(FARA) 533 W. Uwchlan Ave., Downington, PA 19335. |
Notes:
Ellis
Wade Armstrong
Feb 25, 1932 - Jun 2, 2015
Ellis
W. Armstrong Obituary
Ellis W. Armstrong, 83, our beloved father, grandfather and
friend passed away on June 2, 2015. A memorial will be held
from 4-6 p.m. June 6 at Bible Baptist Church. A funeral will
be held at 3 p.m. June 7 at the church as well.
Memorial donations can be made to Annie Armstrong's account
at Alaska USA FCU. Cards can be mailed to 1023 Smyth St.,
Fairbanks, AK 99701. |
Notes:
- h/o Ann "Annie" (Nation) Armstrong s/o Floyd Eugene
Armstrong & Grace Trummer Isgett Armstrong
- Published in Daily News-Miner on June 4, 2015
- Submitted by
Diane Richards
- Resurrection Ground Cemetery, North Pole, Fairbanks North
Star Borough, Alaska
- US Air Force
Rodney John
Walter
Apr 11, 1951 - Sept 20, 2016
Rodney
John Walter, 65, went from labor to reward Tuesday, Sept.
20, 2016 at Baylor Scott and White Hospital in Frisco with
his family by his side. He was born April 11, 1951 in
Corsicana to Velma and Johnnie Walter. He excelled in both
academics and sports. He was the first African American to
attend Corsicana High School, where he was an honor student
and elected class secretary. Rodney was a track star and
starting running back for the Corsicana Tigers. He received
a full football scholarship to North Texas State University
(now University of North Texas). After college, he earned
his master's degree in accounting from NTSU and began
working at Rockwell International in Richardson. He worked
at Rockwell for 27 years in various financial positions,
rising to Director of Business Development in Seal Beach,
CA. He ended his career as Senior Vice President of Business
Development and Communications for Meritor Automotive in
Troy, MI.
Rodney married his beautiful wife Barbara in 1980. She also
worked at Rockwell. He became a loving step-father to Darius
and Shenikwa Stratford. In 1981, they welcomed their son
Rodney John Walter II.
Rodney Senior had three siblings. His older and and only
sister, Clara Pullen, proceeded him in death in 1994. His
younger brothers, Lynn and Ken Walter, said while they were
growing up, he was the "pacesetter" for the family. Lynn
said, he was a "mentor" - inspiring he and Ken to also
attend Corsicana High School and go on to college. Ken said
he was "a role mode, hero and best friend all in one." He
was a "trailblazer" and "simply the best". These are words
repeated over and over again by all who knew him.
Rodney enjoyed music, including Sam Cooke, Otis Redding,
Prince, Phil Collins, Toni Braxton and The Jacksons -
artists of his generation. He always had a fast car, though
he never received a speeding ticket. He loved travel, work
and helping others achieve their potential. He is survived
by his mother Velma Thomas, aunt Jean Black, aunt Gertrude
Walter, wife Barbara Walter, brothers Lynn and Ken Walter,
children, grandchildren and many cousins, nieces and
nephews.
The visitation is Sunday, Sept.25, 2016 from 6 pm to 8 pm at
Restland Funeral Home at 13005 Greenville Avenue in Dallas.
The funeral services are Monday, September 26, 2016 at 11 am
at Christian Chapel CME Church at 14120 Noel Road in Dallas. |
Notes:
Dora
Louise (Magee) Roell
Oct 7, 1917 - Sep 19, 2016
Dora
Louise Magee Roell was born in Magee, Mississippi to
Augustus Benton Magee and Hattie Virginia Donnell Ware Magee
on Oct. 7, 1917. Her father was the sheriff and her mother
ran a boarding house. Along with her older brother, J.L.;
three older sisters, Marie, Mary, Gussie; and her little
brother, A.B., they resided in Magee till around 1934.
They moved to the big city of Jackson. In the house right
across the street lived a handsome young man Dora's age
named Harry Herman Roell, who was a gentleman, a
businessman, and a scholar. Their neighborly friendship
blossomed into romance after they graduated from high school
in 1935.
Harry graduated from Spring Hill College in Mobile, Alabama,
and Dora finished Jackson Business College and was working
as a secretary at Standard Oil Company. They married in the
middle of World War II in 1942. Dora had their first child,
and Harry thought the best way to honor his wife was to name
their daughter after her mother's name, which was Dora
Louise. A few years later they welcomed their second child,
Mary Margaret (Marty). Together Dora, Harry, Dora Louise,
and Marty called Jackson home-- a home filled with tap
dancing, dress-up, ballet, music, and art.
As time passed, Dora Louise and Marty grew up and had
families and children of their own. The first grandchildren
were Dora Louise's children, Jay and Kathy, and then Marty's
son, Scott. The grandchildren affectionately named Dora and
Harry (Doe Doe and Granddaddy), and they became as much
theirs as they were Dora Louise's and Marty's--spending
summers, semesters, and countless holidays in their home, by
their side.
Dora was a talented pianist, a brilliant artist, a gifted
seamstress, and an exceptional cook, who was as wise as she
was beautiful. She was a charming Southern Belle, a
passionate advocate for the Lord, a fierce protector of her
family, and a devoted wife. Dora and Harry were married for
56 years when Harry passed away. She never remarried and
often reminisced of her fondness and love for Harry, and how
much they loved to dance.
Dora loved the Lord with all her heart. Her tremendous love
for her family and her home gave her peace and solitude. She
will be missed, but more than anything, her memory will be
sweetly cherished by her family for generations to come. The
stories and wisdom that her children, grandchildren, and
eight great grandchildren have inherited will keep her alive
in their hearts forever.
Dora was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution,
the Colonial Dames, the Pierian Federated Women's Club, and
the Mecca Luncheon Club. She was also a member of St.
Richard's, St. Peter's Catholic Church, and a lady of the
Holy Sepulchre.
She passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 98,
three weeks before her 99th birthday, surrounded by family
and friends. Memorials to honor her life can be made to:
Navarro County Ambulatory Care Association,
P.O. Box 518
Corsicana TX, 75110
Or
Children's Medical Center Foundation
2777 Stemmons Fwy, Ste. 700,
Dallas, Texas 75207.
Services will be a family burial on Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2016,
at 2 p.m. A family and friends memorial service celebrating
her life will follow at 3 p.m. both to be held at Lakewood
Funeral Home, 6011 Clinton Blvd, Jackson, Mississippi 39209.
|
Notes:
Billy Joe
Hodge
Jun 9, 1926 - Sep 11, 2016
Billy Joe Hodge, 90, of Arlington passed away Sunday, Sept. 11,
2016. He was born in Eureka on June 9, 1926 to Arthur H. Hodge and
Nellie Blissett Hodge.
Billy Joe served in the army in WWII after graduating from Mildred
High School. He attended Navarro College and SMU. He was the world's
biggest sports fan, whether it was coaching, refereeing or umpiring.
He worked to bring professional baseball to Arlington through his
friendships with major league players including his uncle, Fred "Firpo"
Marberry and city officials soliciting their support in moving the
Washington Senators to become the Texas Rangers in 1927.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Ann O'Neal Hodge in 1989
and sons, Joe Kenneth in 2012 and Roger Neal in 2015.
Billy Joe is survived by his son, Richard Hodge; daughter-in-law,
Mary Hodge; sister, Helen Hodge Lewis; brother, Arthur L. Hodge;
grandsons, Dallas Hodge and wife Lindsey, Robert Hodge and wife
Katherine; great grandchildren, Ava, Ellie, Jamie, Graham, Anya,
Aryan, Aliya and numerous nieces and nephews.
He elected to donate his body to UT Southwestern Medical Center for
research. A private memorial service will be held for the immediate
family at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the Texas Ranger Baseball Foundation or
charity of your choice.
"Play Ball: the slogan of the game for rank or wealth, for name or
fame. Where fate, the pitcher, speeds the ball until the final
shadows fall." - Grantland Rice
Notes:
Joseph Edward "Joe" Stroube
Feb 20, 1929 - Oct 7, 2016
Joseph
Edward Stroube, age 87, of Corsicana and Dallas was called
home to be with the Lord on Friday, Oct. 7, 2016 while
vacationing in Branson, Missouri. He was born on Feb. 20,
1929 and loved by his parents Bess and W.C. Stroube.
Joe graduated from
Corsicana High School
[1946] where he met the love of his life, Betty
Nell Crain. They were married on Feb. 21, 1948 and enjoyed
life together until she passed away in May of 2015.
After high school, he attended Menlo College and UCLA. He
and Betty Nell were blessed with a beautiful marriage of 67
years and had two devoted daughters, Elizabeth and Susan
Stroube.
He exemplified the love of the Father through his
unconditional love for his family and others. Everyone who
met him loved him. He had a zeal for life and adventure. He
loved to travel, fly airplanes, ride motorcycles and he even
took his family sky-diving.
He also played golf, rode horses, loved to fish and lived
life on a ranch.
His family and his faith meant everything to Joe. He is
greatly loved and will be missed, but we are thankful to
know that he is in the Father's arms.
"The righteous man walks in his integrity; His children are
blessed after him." Proverbs 20:7.
He is survived his two daughters and sons-in-law, Elizabeth
and Ron Johnson and Susan and Terry Moore. Joe was known as
"Poppy" by his six grandchildren and his nine great
grandchildren, Melissa Henson Sweeney and husband Ben,
Amanda Henson, Ryan Henson and wife Ann, Jordan Johnson,
David Moore and wife Christina and Meredith Moore Myrick and
husband Tate.
He loved and adored his great-grand children: Ella Henson
(13), Mary Kate Henson (11), Elizabeth Moore (10), Joan
Henson (10), Ethan Moore (8), William Henson (7), Catherine
Myrick (2), Brooklyn and Lauren Myrick (8 months).
Visitation with the family will be held at 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016 at Corley Funeral Home with the
funeral service immediately following at 10:30 a.m. with
Pastor Terry Moore officiating. |
Notes:
Ola Jewel (Tiner)
Cumbie-Sisson
Sep 23, 1919 - Oct 7, 2016
Ola
Jewel Cumbie Sisson, 97, passed away on Friday, Oct. 7, 2016
at Heritage Oaks Retirement Village. She was born on Sept.
23, 1919 in Henderson County to Lee and Estelle Tiner.
She was a sweet, kind, and caring soul who loved her family
more than anything. She was a hard worker and helped those
in need in any way she could. She enjoyed gardening and
spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her sons, Raymon Eugene Cumbie
and Brooks Cumbie; as well as her parents.
She is survived by her granddaughter, Lisa Knight;
great-granddaughter, Misty Cunningham and husband Derek;
great-grandsons, Cody Knight, and Justin Knight and Chelsea
Wofford; great-great grandchildren, Hunter Cunningham,
Trenton Cunninghma, Krystyn Knight, Addisyn Knight, Kynslee
Knight, and Jhaxsyn Knight, as well as her daughter-in-law,
Adene Cumbie.
Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13,
2016 at Corley Funeral Home.
Funeral Service will be held from 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 14,
2016 at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating the
service will be Dr. Mark Luera.
Interment to follow at
Oakwood Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Derek Cunningham, Hunter Cunningham,
Trenton Cunningham, Cody Knight, Justin Knight, and James
Knight. |
Notes:
Betty Lafern
"Peaches" (Gallagher) Murphey
Jul 17, 1925 - Oct 8, 2016
Mrs.
Betty L. "Peaches" Murphey, 91, passed away on Saturday,
Oct. 8, 2016 at Heritage Oaks Retirement Village. She was
born on July 17, 1925 in Corsicana to Bernhart and Ena
Gallagher.
She was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother.
She worked for 36 years at Green's Western Wear in
Corsicana. She loved and cared for all the people in her
life and will be greatly missed by all her family and
friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, Homer
S. Murphey as well as her parents, Bernhart and Ena
Gallagher.
She is survived by her daughter, Linda Powers and husband
James of Olney, Maryland; granddaughters, Kimberly
Blankenship and Michelle Taby of Olney, Maryland;
great-grandchildren, Jamie Blankenship, Krysten Blankenship,
Michael Taby, and Justin Taby; brother, Tom Gallagher and
wife Pat as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12,
2016 at Corley Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13,
2016 at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating the
service will be Dr. Mark Luera. Burial will follow at
Oakwood Cemetery.
The family requests that any condolences be sent to: Linda
Powers 16833 Cashell Rd, Olney,Md.20832. |
Notes:
Judy Ann
Jordan
Oct 24, 1951 -
Sep 23, 2016
Judy
Ann Jordan passed away on Sept. 23, 2016 at her residence.
Visitation Services will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday
Oct. 7, 2016 at Harmony Christian Ministries Church, 1816 W.
Second Ave., in Corsicana.
Funeral Services will be at the same location at 11 a.m.
Saturday, Oct.
8, 2016.
Interment services will be at
Hamilton
Beaman Cemetery.
Funeral Services are under the care of Luz Eterna Funeral
Home. |
Notes:
Linda Ruth (McNeel) Caton
Aug 17, 1937 - Oct 12, 2016
Linda
Caton, a woman of faith and the heart of the Caton family,
went to be with her Savior on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2016 at
her home surrounded by her family and loving friends.
Her strong will to live and unwavering faith in God and the
love and prayers of family, friends and many supporters
carried her through her long battle with cancer.
Linda retired in 2003 from Northside Baptist Church after 13
years.
She will be missed by her one true love and husband of sixty
years, Buddy Caton.
Her loving legacy lives on through her four daughters and
families, LaReese Arnold and husband John of Corsicana, Lisa
Caton of Bellville, Donna Powell and husband Keith of
Crawford and Janet Taylor and husband Dave of Keller; seven
grandchildren, John William Arnold, Rachel Washburn, Preston
Powell and wife Courtney, Katie and Grace Powell, Caton
Keinast, Beth Taylor, Brendan Taylor, David Taylor and
Shelby; two great grandchildren, Cade and Jack Banks along
with numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Edna
McNeel and three sisters, Kay Beth Andrews, Eva Bobalik and
Carole Mahon.
Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13,
2016 at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home.
Funeral Service will begin at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14, 2016
at Northside Baptist Church with Dr. Rick Lamb officiating.
Interment will follow at
Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery. Pallbearers will be John
Arnold, Dave Taylor, Preston Powell,Keith Powell, John
William Arnold and Caton Keinast.
Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home |
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thursday, Oct 13, 2016
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
- w/o Donald William "Buddy" Caton; d/o Arthur Howard
McNeel & Edna Ruth (Carroll) McNeel [buried at Oakwood
Cemetery, Corsicana, Navarro Co. TX]
Larry Wayne [McKinley] Thompsen
Sep 14, 1957 - Nov 24, 2016
Obituary for Larry Thompsen
Larry Thompsen of Corsicana passed away at his home on Thursday,
November 24, 2016 at the age of 59. A family committal service will
be held at Dresden Cemetery
on Saturday, November 26, 2016 at 10am.
Notes;
- This individual was adopted and his legal last name was:
Thompsen. However, the family made his marker with McKinley as
his last name.
Charles
Wesley Edgar
May 26, 1840 - Nov 12, 1921
Confederate Veteran Dead.
C. W. Edgar, aged 81, and for many years a resident of Navarro
county, died at the home of Lee Jones, his son-in-law near Mildred
Wednesday and the remains were interred in the Provident cemetery
yesterday. The deceased is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Lee
Jones, Mrs. James Bush, and Mrs. Amos Bush, and one son, Dr. J. H.
Edgar of Richland, and one step-son, Dr. N. N. Brown of Richland.
Notes:
William H.
Iverson
May 23, 1852 - Nov 10, 1924
Died in San Antonio Remains Brought Here.
W. H. Iverson, 72, an old-time resident of the Navarro community,
died in San Antonio Monday, where he had been for sometime for his
health, and the remains reached here this morning, accompanied by
Ben Smith, a nephew.
The deceased had never married, and is survived by his sister, Miss
Annie Iverson; and two nephews, Ben Smith and D. L. Henderson, the
latter of Corsicana, and the two former of Navarro.
The remains were interred in the
Hopewell cemetery near
Navarro this afternoon.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wednesday, Nov 12, 1924
- Submitted by
Diane Richards
- Single; s/o William B. Iverson, Jr. (killed in Civil War
in Richmond, Va. & Hannah Ann "Haney" (Dawkins) Iverson
Mary Jo Ford
Feb 6, 1924 - Nov 6, 1924
Died Here This Morning.
Mary Joe, the 11-months-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Ford,
died at the family home, 1512 West Twelfth avenue, this morning and
the remains will be interred in Oakwood tomorrow afternoon.
Notes:
Jennie (Goodin)
Ford
May 28, 1890 - Apr 30, 1975
Mrs. Ford
Services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Friday at the Corley Funeral Home
Chapel for Mrs. J. W. (Jennie) Ford, 84, resident of Corsicana, who
died Wednesday at her residence.
Rev. Frank Williams will officiate and burial will be at
Hopewell cemetery.
She was a native of Tennessee and resident of Corsicana 50 years.
Her husband preceded her in death March 17, 1968.
Survivors include a son, Bill G. Ford of Silver City; a daughter,
Mrs. B. F. Taylor of Manistee, Michigan; two grandsons, James F.
Taylor of Spring, and James W. Ford of Silver City; two brothers, G.
C. Goodin of Navarro and Bethel Gooden of Wortham; two sisters, Mrs.
Willie Thompson of Mildred and Mrs. Carrie Canady of Corsicana and a
number of nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers include Jack Spain, Norman Spain, Joe D. Goodin, Thomas
Gene Goodin, W. E. Percival, and W. D. Bennett.
Notes:
Eldred
Davis Conger
Apr 14, 1911 - Jan 2, 1944
Eldred Conger Was Buried Long Prairie Cemetery Wednesday
KERENS, Jan. 9. - (Special) - Funeral services were held Wednesday
afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Long Prairie church for Eldred D. Conger,
who died in Houston Jan. 2, with Rev. J. W. Ousley of Kerens
officiating and interment in the
Long Prairie cemetery.
Mr. Conger was born at Long Prairie Apr. 14, 1911, and at the age of
11 years united with the Baptist church. He was married July 22,
1931, to Miss Opal Bates and the father of one child, Eugene Henry,
age 3.
He was employed in an oil field at Columbia, Texas, where he was
injured Dec. 17, and carried to a Houston hospital where he died
Jan. 2.
Surviving are his wife and son of Houston; his parents, Mr. and Mrs.
Will Conger, and one brother Jack Conger, of Kerens; another
brother, Ernest, who is with the U. S. Armed forces in Australia and
one sister, Mrs. Florence Bates of Houston.
Stockton Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Notes:
Myrtle
(Andrews) Collum
Dec 7, 1892 - Jun 13, 1922
Died Tuesday.
Mrs. Sam Collum of the Rural Shade community died Tuesday after an
illness covering a period of only two weeks.
Mrs. Collum was the daughter of Mrs. R. W. Andrews.
Her remains were laid to rest Wednesday in
Long Prairie cemetery.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun
- Friday, June 23, 1922
- Submitted by Diane Richards
- w/o Samuel Wiley "Sam" Collum married Dec. 8, 1912; d/o
Riley W. Andrews & Alice Ellender (Peevey) Andrews buried in
Mankin cemetery, Trinidad, Tx.
George A.
McClung
Jun 8, 1883 - Dec 29, 1918
In Memoriam.
On the 29th day of December 1918, the Death Angel spread its icy
wings and made its flight in the home and heart of Mrs. Emma McClung
and took from her her last boy, George, although he was not at the
mother's home. He was in Fort Stockton, where he had gone only two
months ago for the benefit of his health, and where we had all hoped
he would get better, though all to no avail. God saw fit to call him
away from her on Sunday, just as the clock tolled 2:20 p.m. God sent
his angels to bear his soul back to him who giveth and taketh away.
George only bloomed a few short years here in this sinful old world.
He was 35 years, 6 months and 21 days old when his Heavenly Father
called him up there to dwell with Him. But weep not dear mother and
sisters, but look to God for help, for He can comfort and strengthen
you and make your burdens light and He alone. So put your faith in
Him.
George leaves a widowed mother and four sisters, Mrs. Belle Clayton,
Mrs. Knox Black, Mrs. Lena Crawford and Miss Lola McClung and a host
of relatives and friends to mourn his loss but our loss is heaven's
gain and he has paid that great debt that we all have to pay.
George's friends were numbered by the score as he was raised in
Kerens from a babe in his mother's arms and grew to be kind, good
and moral and was unusually kind son and brother. We can't see why
the Heavenly Father carried him away we loved him so well, but His
will must be done, not ours. All was done for him that loving hands
and physical aid could, but all in vain. He will be missed so much
in his home and community. Rev. Joiner conducted the services at the
home where he spoke tender words to console the bereaved ones. From
the home the procession went to
Long Prairie where
the body was laid to rest beside his father and three brothers.
There Bro. Frost spoke the last sad rites.
A loving one from them has gone,
A voice they loved is stilled,
A place is vacant in that home
Which never can be filled.
But God had a place in Heaven
That he wanted to complete;
So He took their dear George
To fill that vacant seat.
So He carried their loved one
Far across the deep blue tide,
There with his Heavenly Father
Forever to reside.
He's gone to dwell with the Angels,
On that bright and peaceful shore,
Where sorrow, pain nor sickness,
Will come never more.
So fare thee well, departed one,
So fare the well until bye and bye,
We will meet thee over yonder,
In that home beyond the sky.
A FRIEND.
Notes:
Belle Elizabeth
(McClung) Clayton
Aug 3, 1878 - Aug 5, 1960
Mrs. Clayton Services Held
KERENS, April 6 (Spl.)�Mrs. Belle Clayton, 81, life-long Navarro
county resident, died at her home here Tuesday afternoon following
an extended illness.
Funeral services were held from the Inmon Chapel Wednesday at 3 p.m.
with burial in the Long
Prairie cemetery.
The rites were conducted by Rev. Burt Gillis, pastor of the First
Methodist church, which she was a member, and Rev. Bill Foster,
pastor of the First Baptist church.
A native of Old Wadeville, her family moved to Kerens when Wadeville
moved to the railroad to establish Kerens.
Surviving are a son, Johnnie Clayton, Waco; three sisters, Miss Lola
McClung and Mrs. Morris Crawford, both of Kerens; and Mrs. Willie
Black, Brady; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Dwain Crawford, A. M. Crawford, Joe F. Bell, Wm. C.
Cole, Otis Ray Spurlock, Wm. C. Moore, Earl McClung and Andrew
McClung.
Notes:
Lola McClung
Feb 8, 1891 - Mar 15, 1977
Miss McClung
KERENS�Services will be at 11 a. m. Wednesday at the Paschal Funeral
Home Chapel in Kerens for Miss Lola McClung, 86, native of Kerens,
who died at Memorial Hospital this morning.
The Rev. Glen Jones will officiate, with burial following at
Long Prairie cemetery.
She was a member of the Kerens Methodist Church.
Survivors include a number of nieces and nephews.
Notes:
A. J. Hill
Died Dec. 23, 1923
Died Saturday.
The remains of A. J. Hill, who died at the County Hospital early
Saturday from pneumonia, are still being held at the Sutherland
Undertaking Parlors pending the location of relatives.
The deceased had been in the employee of Mayfield, a contractor in
the oil field.
Notes:
Premature
unk Baby
B & D Nov. 1924
FIND GRAVE BABE NEAR SECTION HOUSE NORTH OF CORSICANA
Parties found a premature white child buried on the hill near the H.
& T. C. R. R. section house north of Corsicana Friday afternoon.
Officers of the sheriff's department were summoned and the body was
brought to the sheriff's office.
The identity of the parents of the child are not known. The child
apparently had not been buried long.
The baby will be buried at the county farm.
Notes:
Unknown
girl child
Body found Dec. 10, 1924
The body of a small girl child which was found this morning by the
city police was turned over to the county officers and was buried
this afternoon on the county farm.
Notes:
Anna Lena �Annie�
(Newman) Crowley
Dec 2, 1876 - Mar 19, 1920
Died Here Today.
Mrs. Annie Crowley, aged forty-three years, and for twenty years a
resident of Corsicana, died at her home, 548 North Nineteenth
street, at 12:20 today after being in bad health for many months.
The deceased was a widow and is survived by five children. The
remains will be interred in the
Modrall Cemetery
tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. C. H. officiating.
Notes:
Reuben Newton �Newt� Peppers
May 1844 - May 26, 1924
Died at County Farm.
Newt Pepper, aged 75, and for seven years a ward of the charity
department of the county farm, died there yesterday afternoon, and
the remains were interred there this afternoon. A year ago the
deceased and a venerable woman who was also a charge of the county
at the farm, were married there and the deceased is survived by his
widow.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tuesday, May 27, 1924
- Submitted by Diane Richards
- Modrall Cemetery
- 1st wife E. Amanda America Sarah (Davis) Peppers married
Feb. 12, 1871 buried in White Church Cemetery, Blooming Grove,
Tx. 2nd wife Nancy Jane "Nannie" (Woods/Moody) Peppers married
Jun. 3, 1896 3rd wife Mary Jane (Howard) Peppers married Nov.
21, 1920 s/o Malachi Peppers and Susannah V. (Davis) Peppers
(Newt's death certificate says buried at County Farm)
Irvan Carroll
abt 1865 - Dec 12, 1919
Colored Man Buried Today.
Irvin Carroll, aged 60 years a colored man who ran a transfer wagon
her for many years died Friday night and the remains were interred
this afternoon at 4 o'clock.
Notes:
Martha Ann
Howard
abt 1837 - Apr 21, 1919
DIED SUDDENLY NEAR EUREKA
Venerable Lady Passed Away at the Breakfast Table.
Mrs. Martha Ann Howard, aged 82 years, died Monday morning near
Eureka while seated at the breakfast table at the home of her son,
J. J. Howard, with whom she made her home. Mrs. Howard took her seat
at the breakfast table she was apparently in her usual good health,
when suddenly her head fell forward and she was dead. The funeral
took place Tuesday morning at Eureka and was largely attended, the
funeral service being conducted by Rev. W. L. Patterson. The
deceased is survived by the following grown children: J. J. Howard,
Eureka; Mrs. J. E. Farmer of the Farmer's community; Mrs. W. C.
Taylor of Palmer; Mrs. G. W. Owen and H. L. Howard of Eureka.
Notes:
Mrs. C. P.
Clark/Clarke
Died abt. Jan. 15, 1920
Died in the Rodney Community.
Mrs. C. P. Clark died in the Rodney community Thursday last and the
remains were interred in the neighborhood cemetery on Friday
following. The deceased is survived by her husband and six grown
children. These are Elmer, Lee and Nathan Clarke of Beaumont, Mrs.
Cebe Grice of Western Texas and Mrs. C. H. Hardy and Miss Sue Clarke
of Rodney.
Notes:
Judge A.
Peacock
1848 - Oct 14, 1922
Was a Former Resident Here.
J. A. Peacock, aged 78 years, and for many years, a resident of the
Eureka community, died in Terrell Saturday night, and the remains
were interred here this afternoon at 4:30, Rev. D. K. Porter
officiating. The deceased is survived by three grown children, Mrs.
Bell Martin, Miss Clifford Peacock and O. L. Peacock, all of Dallas.
He was a brother of Capt. W. J. Peacock, a former citizen here, and
has a number of relatives here and in this county.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun - Monday, Oct 16, 1922
- Submitted by Diane Richards
- (No cemetery was named death certificate says
Corsicana�daughter, Clara Bell (Peacock) Martin is buried in
Oakwood) h/o Miranda (Stewart) Peacock
Fred Tuthler
Died Aug. 1924
Will Be Buried Here.
Fred Tuthler, the man who died suddenly in the oil field here, and
whose relatives living in Covington, Ky., were notified, will be
buried here, the relatives having wired to C. B. Sutherland to that
effect.
Notes:
Isiah Talbert
murdered about Oct. 1913
WILL CREMATE BODY
Remains of Negro Man Found Near Corbet Sunday Afternoon
The dead body of a negro man was found yesterday afternoon in the
vicinity of Corbet near the home of Mr. Nichols by Claude Pace, who
was hunting for a pair of mules. Officers were at once notified and
Justice of the Peace Z. R. Christian went and viewed the body, Dr.
Fountain, county health officer, going with him. The body was badly
decomposed, death having occurred, it is thought, about three weeks
ago and it was difficult to make an investigation or to arrive at a
definite conclusion as to the cause of death. However, Dr. Fountain
expressed the opinion that from indications the negro's throat might
have been cut and there were also some evidences of three knife or
gun-shot wounds in the back. It was learned that the negro's name
was Isaiah Talbert and it is said that he came from Montgomery
county. He had been working for Hugh Weaver who had given Talbert a
check for $6.50 on the 25th day of last month. This check had been
cashed on the day it was issued. This is the last trace that could
be found of the negro up to the time his badly decomposed body was
found in the brush Sunday afternoon. He was known to have had $50 on
his person when last seen and when the body was found there was only
85 cents in his pocket. The belief is quite strong that he was
murdered and robbed. This theory is strengthened by the fact that
buggy tracks were visible up to where the body was found and these
tracks turned and led back in the direction from whence the buggy
had come. The body was lying about fifty yards from the Cotton Belt
track and about 200 yards from the public road. Two negroes, Henry
Womack and Dock Palmer, are being held pending further inquiry into
the matter.
Owing to the fact the body was so badly decomposed as to make it
practically impossible to handle it orders were given by the
authorities to have it reduced to ashes where it was found.
Notes:
Wood Barton
Dec 25, 1891 - Nov 10, 1922
REARED IN NAVARRO COUNTY.
Man Shot In Cottie county Son-in-law of Noted Cattleman.
Word reached Blooming Grove last night that Wood Barton had been
shot and dangerously wounded at Peducah, Cottie county, his home.
A dispatch from that point to the Star-Telegram of today says:
�Wood Barton, son-in-law of J. Beal Sneed, was shot this afternoon
at 3:30 o'clock by C. B. Berry. Barton was shot twice. Berry
immediately surrendered to the sheriff. An examining trial has not
yet been held.
�Berry will make no statement, Barton is not expected to live.�
Wood Barton is the son of Henry Barton of Rodney, and was reared in
this county. He is a nephew of Pete and Sam Barton, well known
citizens of the Blooming Grove community, and is near 35 years old.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun - Saturday, Nov 11, 1922
- Submitted by Diane Richards
- h/o Georgie Beall (Sneed) Barton married Oct. 21, 1921;
s/o Henry Barton
- Grove Hill Memorial Park, Dallas, Texas
Emily Endora (Willis)
Johnson-Terry
Nov 3, 1877 - Jun 20, 1923
MRS. C. R. TERRY DIED FOLLOWING ILLNESS THIRTEEN MONTHS
HAS BEEN RESIDENT OF CORSICANA FOR THE PAST EIGHT YEARS
Mrs. Emily Terry, wife of C. R. Terry, died Wednesday afternoon at
about 1 o'clock at the Terry home 512 West Fifth avenue. Mrs. Terry
has been ill for an approximate period of thirteen months. Although
definite plans have not been made the funeral will probably be held
Thursday afternoon, members of the family stated Wednesday.
Albert Sydney Johnson, son of Mrs. Terry, who has been in El Paso
representing the law firm Gresham and Willis of Dallas has been
notified and is expected home Wednesday afternoon.
The deceased was forty-five years of age at her death. She was born
and reared in Waxahachie. She moved to Corsicana about eight years
previous to her death.
Mrs. Terry is survived by her mother, Mrs. A. T. Willis of
Waxahachie, her husband, C. R. Terry, her brother, P. C. Willis of
Houston, and two sons, Albert Sydney Johnson, one of the members of
the law firm of Gresham and Willis of Dallas, and Tillman Johnson,
who resided in Waxahachie.
From early girlhood the deceased was conspicuous among the people of
Waxahachie, her native town and was exceedingly popular with both
old and young. Her family was among the oldest in Ellis county, and
number among its members some of the county's most useful and best
citizens, and her own life, even in early womanhood was full of
usefulness and good deeds�just such deeds as go to make the world
better because their author has lived in it.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun
- Wednesday, June 20, 1923
- Submitted by Diane Richards
- 1st husband Thomas Johnson 2nd husband Charles R. Terry
d/o Robert D. Willis and Alta Taylor (Prince) Willis
- Buried in Waxahachie, Tx.
---
FUNERAL SERVICES IN CORSICANA; BURIAL IN WAXAHACHIE TODAY
Funeral services for the late Mrs. Emily Willis Terry, wife of C. R.
Terry, who passed away here yesterday, after a long and painful
illness, took place at the family home on West Fifth Avenue at 2
o'clock this afternoon, and interment followed on the family lot in
the cemetery at Waxahachie at 5:30, the funeral party going through
the country.
The last sad rites were conducted by Rev. Alonzo Monk Jr., and Loyd
Kerr, Mrs. N. T. Champion, Mrs. C. P. Townsend and Sidney Breitz
sang. A large concourse of friends attended the services at the
home, and many went with the funeral part to Waxahachie. There were
many beautiful floral offerings, a large number coming from
out-of-town friends.
The pall-bearers wer: Active: Hastings Harrison, Lawrence Treadwell,
W. P. McCammon, Dr. A. B. Horn and J. D. Cunningham.
Honorary: J. B. Fortson, A. G. Elliott, Dr. T. P. McLendon, W. W.
Tatum, W. E. Pugh, Capt. B. H. Jester and W. B. George fo Corsicana,
Hon. Jack Beall, T. D. Gresham, J. Hart Willis, Mr. Petfitt, N. W.
McAfee, A. H. Lane, O. B. Freeman, Herbert Whisenant and Paul
McNahon, of Dakllas; Robert Harrison, Brownwood; Norman Henry, Fort
Worth, Judge G. C. Grace, of Waxahachie and C. C. Huff of Dallas.
The services at the grave in Waxahachie were largely attended and
many beautiful flowers were there added to those that had been sent
to the home here.
All who knew the deceased realize that the light that adorned a
beautiful life on earth has gone out, but the memory of its luster
will last with those who felt the influence of its brightness during
the life of her who has now gone from them, and whose immortal
nature will shine through eternity with even greater beauty and
brightness.
The Corsicana National Bank closed this afternoon at 1:30 o'clock
for the funeral of Mrs. C. R. Terry. Mr. Terry is vice-president of
the bank.
Notes:
Mary Hester (Medaris) Graves
Jan 21, 1895 - Jan 18, 1970
Mrs. H. Graves Rites Tuesday
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. from the Dudley
Hughes Funeral Home in Dallas, 400 E. Jefferson, for Mrs. Hester
Medaris Graves, 75, who died Sunday morning in Dallas.
Mrs. Graves is a sister of Mrs. Dave Wylie of Corsicana. Interment
will be in the Rockett Cemetery near Waxahachie.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun
- Monday, Jan 19, 1970
- Submitted by Diane Richards
- w/o Royall Jesse Graves married Mar. 24, 1912 Navarro
county d/o William Loving Medaris and Isabelle Ester (Speed)
Medaris
- Graves cemetery, Rockett, Ellis County, Tx.
Charity Grace (Medaris)
Blasingame
Sep 17, 1905 - May 19, 1924
FORMER RESIDENT CORSICANA DIED SUDDENLY DALLAS
According to information received this afternoon by Mrs. R. J.
Graves, Mrs. W. E. Blasengame, formerly Miss Grace Medaris, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Medaris, for many years residents of Corsicana,
died very suddenly today in Dallas, where they have been residing
for the past few months. Details concerning the sudden death are
lacking and it is not known whether the body will be brought to
Corsicana for burial.
Mrs. Graves left immediately for Dallas upon receipt of the
information.
Mrs. Blasengame has many friends in Corsicana who will be genuinely
grieved to learn of her untimely death and who will join in
extending sincere sympathy to the bereaved family.
Notes:
----
The society columns of Friday's Dallas News contained the above
notice of the marriage of Miss Grace Medaris which will be of
interest to her Corsicana friends, this city having been the home of
Miss Medaris until a short while ago. She is the daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. Roy Medaris who are now making their home in Dallas.
Shower Given Miss Medaris.
On last Friday, April 25, the home of Dr. and Mrs. J. A. Jones was
the scene of a delightful miscellaneous shower given by Mrs. Barney
House for Miss Grace Medaris of Dallas who became the bride of Mr.
W. E. Blasingame Thursday, May 1, in Dallas.
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun
- Saturday, May 3, 1924
- Submitted by
Diane Richards
- w/o W. E. Blasingame married May 1, 1924; d/o William Roy Medaris and Lou Ella (Blackwell) Medaris
- Oakland cemetery, Dallas, Tx.
Abel
Thompson McBroom
Jul 18, 1853 - Mar 4, 1923
OLD CITIZEN PASSED AWAY
Remains Interred At Petty Chapel Today.
A. T. McBroom, aged 70 years died yesterday morning at 6:30 at his
home 400 South Fifth street, and the remains were interred in the
Petty Chapel cemetery
at noon today, Rev. A. E. Carraway officiating. The deceased is
survived by his wife, five sons, and four daughters. The sons are
Dennis, W. L. Tom, Abe and A. B. McBroom, and the daughters are Mrs.
R. F. Knott, Howett; Mrs. W. J. Bass of Barry; Mrs. L. F. Hartgraves
of Corsicana, and Mrs. N. H. Witherspoon of Burkburnett.
The deceased was a good citizen and many friends are pained by his
passing.
Notes:
Ora Chaffee
Feb 10, 1903 - Nov 17, 1923
In Memoriam.
In remembrance of our beloved daughter and sister, Miss Ora Chaffee,
died Nov. 17, 1923, after many years of illness, age 20 years and 10
months. She died at the home of her mother and stepfather, Mr. and
Mrs. R. M. martin, 714 North 10th street. The remains were interred
at Petty Chapel
cemetery, Sunday 3 p.m. Services conducted by Rev. Ingram.
Pallbearers were A. M. Donoho, J. E. Smalling, W. L. McBroom, D.
McBroom, B. B. Nowell and P. H. Franklin. She is survived by her
mother, Mrs. R. M. Martin; a brother, W. A. Chaffee, and four
sisters, Mrs. A. B. McBroom of this city; Mrs. D. E. Lane of Waco,
and two sisters living in Kentucky.
Oh, how we do miss her, though He who knows all things best,
Saw fit to take her from us and take her home to rest.
It filled our hearts with sadness to give up our darling one,
Though the Blessed Savior says, let thy will be done.
We hope one day to meet her in than home above,
Where it is to know no sorrow, where all is peace and love.
---Written by her stepfather, R. M. Martin.
Notes:
Joel M.
Holland
Jan 1840 - Jul 23, 1924
Holland Funeral Friday Morning
Funeral services for J. M. Holland who died in the County Hospital
Wednesday morning as a result of injuries received when hit by a
cotton Belt passenger train, will be held at the home of his
daughter Mrs. Joanna Campbell, 945 West Tenth avenue, at 9 o'clock
Friday morning. Burial will be in the
cemetery at Petty
Chapel. Rev. Mr. Sanders and Rev. L. C. Howell will conduct the
funeral services.
Notes:
Albert Lee
Page
1863 - May 25, 1924
Died Near Petty Chapel.
Albert Lee Page, aged 61 years died near Petty Chapel Saturday night
and the remains were interred in the
Petty Chapel cemetery
yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock, the last sad rites being largely
attended.
The deceased is survived by two daughters and two sons.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. H. B. Carraway of Roane.
Notes:
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