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Hattie Jackson
Aug 25, 1882 - Oct 6, 1977

Mrs. Jackson

Wake services will be Friday at 8 p.m. at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Hattie Jackson, 86, a resident of Mel-Haven Convalescent Home, who died Thursday morning at Navarro County Memorial Hospital.

Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Harmony Baptist Church.

The Rev. Clem Jones will officiate and burial will follow in Woodland Cemetery.

She was a member of Magnolia Chapter No. 420 O.E.

Survivors include her nephew, Ernest Cotton of Long Beach, Calif.; two nieces, Mrs. Ida Perkins of Corsicana and Mrs. Winnie Discoe of Hobbs, N.M., and other relatives.

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Curtis M. Coleman, Mrs.
d. Feb 3, 1977

Mrs. Coleman

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Greater Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Waco for Mrs. Curtis M. Coleman, resident of Waco and daughter of Mrs. Berthina Govan of Corsicana.

Graveside services will be at 3:30 p.m. at Woodland Cemetery in Corsicana.

Survivors include her mother, five daughters, Bertha Carroll of Corsicana, Virginia McDonald of Gatesville, Mrs. Lucille Snow of Waco, Elizabeth Fowler of Ft. Benning, Ga., and Adrene Henderson of Waco; three sons, Louis Dixon Jr. of Los Angeles, Calif., Willie Dixon of Lubbock; and SS-G Freddie Dixon of Houston; a sister, Mrs. Bonnie Hines of Ferris; three brothers, William Curry and Rev. Paul Curry both of Corsicana and Joseph Curry of Fort Worth; 19 grandchildren and other relatives.

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Dollie Johnson
Nov 22, 1898 - Mar 18, 1977

Mrs. Johnson

Services are to be Monday at 3 p.m. at the 6th Avenue Baptist Church for Mrs. Dollie Johnson, 78, a resident of Corsicana, who was dead on arrival at Memorial Hospital Friday.

Rev. James Chaney, pastor is to officiate with burial in Woodland Cemetery under the direction of Calhoun Funeral Home.

She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Florida Dorham of Fort Worth, Mrs. Lola Caruth of Corsicana and Mrs. Inez Lewis of Dallas; a sister, Mrs. Mary Lee Buchanan of Vernon; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Deacons of the church will serve as pallbearers.

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John Lawson
Jul 20, 1908 - Jan 2, 1977

John Lawson

Wake services will be held tonight at 8 p.m. in the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for John Lawson, 68, resident of Corsicana who died Sunday at Memorial Hospital.

Services will be held Saturday at 4 p.m. in the Wilgo Baptist Church. Rev. J. D. Henderson will officiate and burial will follow in the Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include a sister and brother-in-law, Roger Mae and L. C. Wiley of Pontiac, Mich.; one nephew; two nieces; five great nieces and nephews; and other relatives.

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Raymond Odell Bell
Jul 26, 1950 - Sep 21, 1977

Man crushed under car

A 27-year-old Corsicana Man died Wednesday night after he was crushed by a car.

Raymond Bell, 1616 Powel Pike was reported dead on arrival at Memorial Hospital around 7:10 p.m. Bell had been attempting to remove a transmission from a car when the jack slipped pinning him under it for a period of time.

Neighbor's reportedly heard Bell's cries for help and several people helped jack the car back up and freed him. He was rushed to Memorial Hospital by Ross and Johnson ambulance.

Peace Justice Aubrey Smith ruled death by accident in the incident.

Bell was a 1970 graduate of G. W. Jackson High School.

Services are pending at Ross and Johnson Mortuary.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Brenda Bell of Corsicana; a daughter, Cassandra Lee; and son Tabrick Thompson; his mother, Mrs. Betty Miller of Corsicana; a brother, Leroy Bell of Corsicana; two sisters, Miss Bessie Bell and Mrs. Ruby Nell Robinson, both of Corsicana; two grandmothers, Mrs. Labertha Walker of Corsicana and Mrs. Loretta Merdie of Hillsboro and other relatives.

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Raymond Bell

Wake services will be at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Raymond Bell, 27, resident of Corsicana, who died Wednesday after he was pinned under a car.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Bethel AME Church with the Rev. Rev. L. C. Hammond officiating.

Burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include his widow, a daughter, a son, his mother, a brother, two sisters, two grandmother including Mrs. Lubertha Walker of Corsicana, and other relatives.

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Katherine (Russell) Lark
Jun 10, 1930 - Aug 29, 1877

Mrs. Lark

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in Dallas for Mrs. Kathleen Lark, 47, resident of 2803 Commodore, Dallas, and formerly of Corsicana, who died at St. Paul Hospital in Dallas Monday after a long illness.

Burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery in Corsicana. Local arrangements are with Ross and Johnson Mortuary. A list of survivors was unavailable at presstime.

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Garritty/Garity Jones
Nov 30, 1903 - Sep 19, 1977

Garrity Jones

Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel for Garritty Jones, 73, resident of Corsicana, who died Monday.

Brother Willie Wilmore, Church of Christ minister will officiate, with burial following at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include two daughters, Miss Renee Jones and Miss Thelma Lucille Jones both of Los Angeles, Calif.; two sisters, Miss Birdie Jones of Corsicana and Lillian Jordan of Dallas, four brothers, Willie Jones, Porter Jones, and Edgar Jones all of Corsicana and Marshall Jones of Kaufman County, and other relatives.

Wake services will be at 7 p.m. Friday at Ross and Johnson Mortuary.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Sep 22, 1977
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • 1st wife Sally (Fulcher) Jones married Sep 24, 1933 2nd wife Lucy Lynn (Fuller) Jones; s/o Alford Jones & Leatha (Watkins) Jones

Robert Copney
Apr 27, 1907 - Aug 17, 1977

Robert Copney

Wake services will be at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Robert Copney, 70, resident of Corsicana, who died Wednesday at Memorial Hospital. Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. Alvin J. Ragsby officiating and burial following at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include his widow Mrs. Merdia Copney of Corsicana; a brother, Richard Miller of Fort Worth and other relatives.

Nephews will be pallbearers.

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Arthur Chestnut
Nov 20, 1901 - Aug 17, 1977

Graveside services were at 11 a.m. Saturday at Woodland Cemetery in Corsicana for Arthur Chestnut, 75, resident of Corsicana, who died Wednesday at Mel-Haven Convalescent Home

The Rev. Abraham Henderson officiated.

Arrangements were with Calhoun Funeral Home.

Survivors include a stepson, Carroll J. Walker Sr. of Houston.

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Cleveland Smith
Apr 8, 1903 - Dec 10, 1977

Cleveland Smith

Wake services will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Cleveland Smith, 74, resident of Corsicana, who died Saturday morning at Mel-Haven Convalescent Center.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. J. R. Mosley officiating.

Burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Lillie Smith of Corsicana; four grandchildren, two nephews, Roy Hill and Robert Hill of Mt. Pleasant; two sisters, Mrs. Lillie Richardson and Mrs. L. D. Love, both of Corsicana and other relatives.

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  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mon., Dec 12, 1977
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • 1st wife Essie Smith married Mar 19, 1918 2nd wife Ruth (Owens) Smith Mar 10, 1929 3rd Lillie M. Nolley married Apr 5, 1976

Daisy (Williams) Kitchens
Jan 16, 1916 - May 30, 1977

Mrs. Kitchens

Services are pending at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Daisy Kitchens, 61, resident of Corsicana, who died Monday morning at Parkland Hospital in Dallas.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Mary Alice Jones of Dallas; four grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. Alice Williams of Corsicana; a brother, James A. Williams of Normangee and other relatives.

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Mrs. Kitchens

Wake services will be at 7 p.m. Friday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Daisy Kitchens, 61 resident of Corsicana, who died Monday at Parkland Hospital in Dallas.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Renfro Chapel Church of God in Christ. Bishop T. D. Daniels will officiate, with burial following at Woodland Cemetery.

She will lie in state at the church from noon until 2 p.m. Saturday.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Mary Alice Jones of Dallas; four grandchildren, sister, Mrs. Alice Williams of Corsicana; a brother, James A. Williams of Normangee; and other relatives.

Pallbearers will be William Lewis Sr., Joe Mackey, Kenneth Keith, Claude Waites Jr., Bobby Lee and Billy Joe Kelly.

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Earldean (Walker) Manning
Apr 30, 1941 - May 29, 1977

Mrs. Manning

Services are pending at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Earl Dean Manning, 36, resident of Salt Lake City, Utah and former resident of Corsicana, who died Sunday of a gunshot wound in Salt Lake City.

Survivors include her mother, Mrs. Beulah Walker of Corsicana; five sisters, Mrs. Bobbie Nell Ward, Mrs. Vera Davis, Mrs. Minnie Green, all of Corsicana, Miss Geneva Walker and Miss Julie Walker both of Fort Worth; four brothers, Elder Mack Walker of Corsicana, Joe Willard Walker, Eddie Walker, and Ernest Walker all of Fort Worth and other relatives.

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Mrs. Manning

Wake services will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday in the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Earldean Manning, 36, resident of Salt Lake City, Utah and former resident of Corsicana who died Sunday in Salt Lake City. Services will be held Sunday at 1 p.m. in the Griffin Chapel Church of God In Christ in Corsicana, Rev. Lonnie L. Johnson will officiate, and burial will follow in the Woodland Cemetery.

She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Beulah M. Walker of Corsicana; five sisters, Mrs. Vera M. Davis, Mrs. Bobbie N. Ward, and Mrs. Minnie P. Green all of Corsicana, Mrs. Geneva Walker Bell and Miss Julia A. Walker both of Fort Worth; four brothers, Elder Mack A. Walker of Corsicana, Eddie Walker, Earnest Walker and Joe Willard Walker all of Fort Worth and other relatives.

Pallbearers will be Willard Walker, Mack A. Walker, Boston Davis Jr., Cager Ward Jr., Romanuel Watson and William Lewis Jr.

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INFANT DAUGHTER Johnson
Died Jun 1, 1977

Graveside services are pending at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for infant girl Johnson, daughter of Fannie Johnson of Corsicana.

She died at Memorial Hospital Wednesday morning.

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Norman Spence
Aug 31, 1903 - May 31, 1977

Norman Spence

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Calhoun Funeral Home Chapel for Norman Spence, 76, resident of Dallas and native of Navarro County, who died Tuesday at Parkland Hospital, Dallas.

The Rev. R. L. Jones, Bethelehem Baptist Church pastor, will officiate, with burial following at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include several cousins, H. G. Peterson and George Peterson, both of Dallas, Aubrey Peterson of Corsicana and Mrs. Freddie Steward of Pittsburg, Calif., and other relatives.

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Baby Ruth (Mathis) Williams
abt. 1943 - Dec 25, 1977

Mrs. Williams

Services are pending at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Baby Ruth Williams, 43, resident of Corsicana, who was found dead Sunday.

Survivors include her husband, Albert Williams of Corsicana; a daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Bailey of Corsicana; three sons, Donald Williams, Charles Williams and Tyrone Williams all of Corsicana; her father, Jim Mathis of Corsicana; her mother, Mrs. Minnie Mathis of Corsicana; five brothers, Joe Mathis of Fort Worth, Billy Mathis and Willie Mathis both of Dallas, Charles Mathis of Albuquerque, N.M. and Jimmy Mathis of Corsicana; six sisters, Miss Evelyn Mathis, Miss Lee Bertha Mathis, Miss Ella Pearl Mathis, Mrs. Daisy Polk, Mrs. Lela Thomas and Mrs. Bobby Jean Alexander, all of Corsicana, and other relatives.

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Vivian Watts, Sr.
Nov 28, 1895 - Jan 13, 1977

Vivian Watts

Services will be Monday at 3:30 p.m. in the Bethel A.M.E. Church for Vivian Watts, Sr., 81, of 920 E. Collin, who died Thursday.

Rev. William Vaughn Sr. will officiate with burial at Woodland Cemetery.

He was a member of Jerusalem Lodge No. 63.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Thelma Watts; two sons, Andrew Watts of Los Angeles and Vivian Watts, Jr. of Corsicana; five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and other relatives.

Pallbearers were to be Charles Watts, Robert Campbell, Bill Watts and Wilford Holt.

Services were under the direction of Ross and Johnson Mortuary.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mon., Jan 17, 1977
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • 1st wife Carrie (Edwards) Watts married Aug 22, 1914 2nd wife Katherine (Polk) Watts married Mar 1, 1939 3rd wife Thelma (Littleton) Watts; s/o Biz Watts & Louisa (Polk) Watts

Odessa (Carroll) Clayton-Arrant
Feb 12, 1905 - Nov 29, 1977

Mrs. Arrant

Wake services will be at 7 p.m. Saturday in the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Odessa Arrant, 73, resident of Corsicana who was pronounced dead on arrival at Memorial Hospital Tuesday evening. Services will be Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Second Mission Baptist Church. Rev. Paul Curry will officiate and burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Gracie Devroe of Houston; two sons, Hewitt Clayton of Houston and Billy Arrant of Corsicana; three grandchildren, one great grandchild. Two sisters, Mrs. Anna Johnson and Mrs. Rosie McDonald both of Houston; two brothers, C. C. Carroll of Houston and T. C. Carroll of Dallas and other relatives.

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  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Fri., Dec 2, 1977
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • 1st husband Virge Clayton married Jun 3, 1924 2nd husband Will Arrant assumed; d/o Allen Carroll & Mary (Davis) Carroll

Oliver Ricard, Sr.
Dec 18, 1926 - Jan 15, 1977

Oliver Ricard Sr. killed as gunfire ends squabble

An argument involving a father, son and a neighbor ended Saturday evening with one man dead and two others in jail.

Oliver Ricard Sr., whose address is listed as 1307 S. 12th St. was dead on arrival at Memorial Hospital about 6:20 p.m. Saturday from two gunshot wounds to the chest.

Witnesses told Corsicana Police Detective Victor Freeze that Ricard's son and a neighbor were fighting at a residence at 117 E. 17th Ave. about 6 p.m. yesterday when the older Ricard intervened, pulling a pocket knife on the neighbor.

The neighbor then reportedly broke free from Ricard, pulling a .32 Caliber pistol from his pocket and shooting Ricard twice in the chest.

Police arrested the suspect and another man at the scene. The pair were being held in city jail Saturday night for public intoxication.

Freeze said voluntary manslaughter charges would be filed against the neighbor Sunday.

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Oliver Ricard

Services are pending at Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Oliver Ricard Sr., 50 of 154 Southpark Garden Apartments, who died Saturday following a gunshot wound.

Survivors include two sons, Oliver Ricard Jr. of Corsicana and Leslie Ricard of Terrell; three daughters, Mrs. Gloria Robinson, Mrs. Joyce Kennedy and Mrs. Linda Dunn, all of Terrell, seven grandchildren, three brothers, one sister and other relatives.

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No Charges filed in Ricard's death

Justice of the Peace G. W. O'Neal said no charges have been filed yet in Saturday's shooting death of Oliver Ricard Sr.

Ricard was dead on arrival at Memorial Hospital about 6:20 p.m. Saturday from two gunshot wounds to the chest received during an argument between himself, his son and a neighbor.

Neighbor reportedly shot Ricard with a .22 caliber pistol at a residence at 117 E. 17th Ave. about 6 p.m.

Police arrested the suspect and another man at the scene, and the pair were held in city jail for public intoxication.

Corsicana Police Detective Victor Freeze said voluntary manslaughter charges would probably be filed against the neighbor.

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Oliver Ricard

Wake services will be at 7 p.m. tonight at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Oliver Ricard Sr. 50, resident of 154 South Park Gardens Apts., who was shot and killed Saturday evening.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel. Elder Donnie Renfro will officiate, with burial following at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include two sons, Oliver Ricard Jr. of Corsicana and Leslie James Ricard of Terrell; three daughters, Mrs. Gloria Robinson, Mrs. Joyce Kennedy and Mrs. Linda Dunn all of Terrell; seven grandchildren, three brothers, Roger, Ricard, Johnny Ricard and Marless Ricard all of Morganza, La.; a sister, Mrs. Mary Davidson of Baton Rouge, La. and other relatives.

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Stanley A. Hardee
Oct 29, 1907 - Mar 13, 1977

Stanley Hardee

Wake services will be at 7 p.m. tonight at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel for Stanley A. Hardee, 69, resident of Corsicana, who died Sunday. Services will be p.m. Thursday at the First Independent Baptist Church with the Rev. L. L. Polk officiating. Burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery.

He was a retired professional musician and a local barber.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Elberta Hardee; a sister, Mrs. Rose V. Carter Berry of Tyler; five brothers, Donald Carter and Leslie Carter Jr. both Corsicana, Ashford Hardee Jr. of Waco, Nathaniel W. Carter of Fort Worth, and Walter H. Carter of Denver, Col. and other relatives.

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  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed., Mar 16, 1977
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • 1st wife Violet (Wilson) Hardee married Oct 5, 1927 2nd wife Elberta (Whitfield) Hardee; s/o Ashford Hardee Sr. & Lavada (Alexander) Carter-Hardee

Jefferson "Sinco" Davis, Sr.
Jul 7, 1912 - Jul 27, 1977

J. Davis

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Scott Funeral Home for Jefferson (Sinco) Davis, 65, former resident of Navarro County who died Thursday at Los Angeles, Calif. hospital.

The Rev. James Chaney will officiate, with burial following at Woodland Cemetery.

A list of survivors provided the Daily Sun without relative designations included: Mrs. Judy Davis of Los Angeles, Calif., Mrs. Betty Joyce White of Greece, Jefferson Davis Jr. of Fort Worth, Mrs. Patreicia Clark of Santa Barbara, Calif., Mrs. Anita Annette Botiste of Houston, Mrs. Comiller Page of Corsicana, Mrs. Anita Jones of Los Angeles, 11 grandchildren, a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives.

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Lura Mae (Cawthorn) Lewis
Aug 16, 1923 - Jul 1, 1977

Lura Mae Lewis

Wake services will be held tonight at 7:30 at Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Miss Lura Mae Lewis, 53, who died last Friday in Methodist Hospital in Dallas.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Calvary Baptist Church. Rev. J. R. Moseley will officiate and burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors are her widower Authur Lewis; two sons, Roosevelt Lawrence of California and James Lewis of Corsicana; three daughters, Mrs. Hazel Jackson of Saginaw, Mich., Wanda Lewis of Dallas, Odessa Lewis of Corsicana; seven grandchildren and other relatives.

Pallbearers will be Wardell Black, Johnnie Walters, James Polk, and Joe Ford.

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George Griffin
Jun 6, 1909 - Dec 1, 1977

George Griffin

Services were to be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Second Mission Baptist Church for George Griffin, 87, resident of 1610 East 30th St., who died Thursday at Navarro County Memorial Hospital.

The Rev. Paul Curry was to officiate, with burial following at Woodland Cemetery.

He was employed for 41 years with Continental Bus Co. and worked 35 years at the local Continental Bus Station.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Christine Griffin of Corsicana; three daughters, Mrs. Willie Jewel Johnson, Mrs. Georgia Forston, and Mrs. Betty Deed, all of Phoenix, Ariz.; a son, J. T. Williams; 18 grandchildren; 12, great-grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. Etta Smith, of Gladewater; and two brothers, Marvin Griffin and Bell Griffin, both of Kilgore.

Pallbearers are A. T. Williams, Mathew Whitfield, Willie Smith, Charles McHenry, M. J. Smith, Alverson Purdy, and James E. Fostger.

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Emmanuel Earl Guy
Oct 22, 1889 - Feb 8, 1977

E. E. Guy

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Second Mission Baptist Church for Emmanuel Earl Guy, 80, resident of Corsicana, who died Monday at Memorial Hospital.

The Rev. Paul Curry will officiate with burial to follow at the Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Mary L. Guy of Dallas, Mrs. Opal M. Driver of Waxahachie, and Mrs. Wilma Givens of Slaton; one son, Henry Robinson of Longview; two grandchildren and other relatives.

The pallbearers will be Bonner English, Jim Hudson, William McHamlett, Willie Davis, Emery Page and Freeman Robinson.

Calhoun Funeral Home will direct.

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Minnie Lee (Fields) Gowans
Sep 12, 1889 - Oct 25, 1977

Mrs. Gowan

Services are pending at Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Minnie Gowan, 88, of 1410 E. 5th, who died Tuesday morning at her home.

Survivors include two daughters, Miss Helen Gowan of Dallas and Dica Gowan of Corsicana, one grandson, Donnie O'Henry of Dallas, and one godchild, Tracy Gowan.

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Mrs. Gowan

Wake services will be at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel for Mrs. Minnie Gowan, 88, resident of Corsicana, who died Tuesday.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Mt. Olive Baptist Church.

The Rev. Mason Spriggs will officiate with burial following at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include two daughters, Miss Dica Gowan of Corsicana and Miss Helen Gowan of Dallas, a grandson, Bonnie O'Henry of Dallas, and other relatives.

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James Lee Brown
Dec 8, 1916 - Jul 11, 1977

James Brown

Wake services will be at 7:30 p. m. tonight at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for James Lee Brown, 61, resident of Corsicana who died Monday at Memorial Hospital.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Bethlehem Baptist Church with the Rev. R. L. Jones officiating. Burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery.

He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mozell Brown of Corsicana; two sons, Harold Brown of Ennis and James Brown Jr. of Los Angeles, Calif.; three daughters, Loretta Wright of Palo Alto, Calif., Mrs. Jacqueline Funchess of Montrovia, Calif., and Mrs. Robin Brown of Corsicana, two stepchildren, Lester Ray Richardson of Corsicana and Robert Charles Richardson of California; his father, Tom Brown of Fort Worth, seven sisters, four brothers, and other relatives.

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Rhodia (Johnson) Lindley
Aug 23, 1900 - Jul 15, 1977

Mrs. Lindley

Services are pending at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Rhoda Lindley of Corsicana who died Friday morning at Memorial Hospital.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Lorene Robinson of Corsicana and other relatives.

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Mrs. Lindley

Wake services will be held Sunday at 8 p.m. in the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Rhodia Lindley, 76, a resident of Corsicana, who died Friday morning at Memorial Hospital.

Services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at the St. John's Baptist Church. The Rev. L. L. Sheffield will officiate with burial at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include her daughter, Mrs. Lorene Robinson of Corsicana, nine grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild; one sister, Mrs. Eula Phillips of Fort Worth; two brothers, Fred and Odell Johnson both of Corsicana and other relatives.

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Harriett Josephine (Wilson) Rooks
Feb 17, 1935 - Dec 4, 1977

Mrs. Rooks

Wake services will be at 7 p.m. Friday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Harriett Josephine Rooks, 43, resident of 25-B Eastside Apartments, who died Sunday at her residence.

Service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Second Mission Baptist Church with the Rev. Paul Curry, pastor, officiating.

Burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include her husband, George Rooks of Corsicana; three sons, George Rooks, Jr., Christopher and Aldrich Rooks, all of Corsicana; four daughters, First Sgt. Denise Rooks of Fort Hood, Mia Rooks, Annison Rooks, and LaSandra Rooks, all of Corsicana; two step-children, Robert Rooks and Virginia Weaver, both of Houston; a brother, Harvey Leon Slaughter of Dallas, and other relatives.

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Mrs. Rooks

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Second Mission Baptist Church for Mrs. Harriett Josephine Rooks, 42, resident of 25-B Eastside Apartments, who died Sunday at her residence.

The Rev. Paul Curry, pastor will officiate, with burial following at Woodland Cemetery. Arrangements are with Ross and Johnson Mortuary.

Survivors include her husband, three sons, four daughters, two step-children, a brother, and other relatives.

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Jessie James Parham, Sr.
May 19, 1905 - Dec 1, 1977

Jessie Parham, Sr.

Wake services will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Jessie J. Parham Sr., resident of Corsicana, who died Thursday at Mel-Haven Convalescent Center.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel.

The Rev. Paul Curry will officiate, with burial following at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include two sons, Jessie Parham Jr. of Roswell, N.M. and Thomas Parham of Washington, D.C.; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Myrtle Goree of Dallas; and other relatives.

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Michael Jerome Winstead
Sep 5, 1946 - Jun 5, 2016
 
Michael Jerome Winstead, 69, of Corpus Christi, passed from his blessed life on Sunday, June 5, 2016. Michael was born in Corsicana Texas, on September 5, 1946 to Harold Jerome and Tommie Jean Winstead . He married his best friend and the love of his life Dian Y. Ortiz Winstead on July 27, 1974.

He is preceded in death by his parents and beloved wife.

Those left to honor and cherish his memories are his children, Amy Christy (James Keith) Tucker, Leticia Myra (Michael Dean) Bailey, Lucinda Robyn Winstead and Aaron Michael Jerome Winstead. Grandchildren Alaura Frances, Kyle Brandon Scott, David Jerome and Mikayla Myra and close family friend Mark Eric Perez.
Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be held 7:00 PM, Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 5620 Gollihar Road , Corpus Christi , Texas 78412.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 AM, Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Seaside Cemetery.

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Walter William Wiswell
Dec 28, 1925 - Nov 10, 2014

Walter W. Wiswell, 88, of Wichita Falls, died on Monday, November 10, 2014. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2014, in the chapel of Owens & Brumley Funeral Home with Pastor Eric Strauss officiating. Interment will follow at Crestview Memorial Park under the direction of Owens & Brumley Funeral Home of Wichita Falls. A son of the late Ellen R. (Baggett) and Walda W. Wiswell, Walter was born on December 28, 1925, in Dawson, Texas. He served his country proudly first in the United States Navy from 1943-1945. He then joined the United States Air Force where he worked as an aircraft supervisor for 28 years prior to his retirement from the service. Along with his parents, Walter was also preceded in death by his brothers, Ralph Wiswell and Otto Wiswell. He is survived by his loving wife, Odessa Wiswell of Wichita Falls; son, William Hurshel Wiswell and wife, Debra Kay, of Wichita Falls; and brother, Lonnie Wiswell, of Dallas. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11, 2014, at the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.owensandbrumley.com.
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Burkburnett, Texas 76354

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  • WWII Veteran
  • WWII Biography
  • Crestview Memorial Park, Wichita Falls, Wichita Co., TX
  • w/o Odessa May (Hunter) Wiswell; s/o Walda W. Wiswell & Ellen B. (Baggett) Wiswell

Odessa May (Hunter) Wiswell
Dec 12, 1929 - Feb 1, 2019

 
Odessa May Wiswell, 89, of Wichita Falls passed away on Friday, February 1, 2019.
Funeral services will be held 11:30 a.m. Monday, February 4, 2019 at Owens and Brumley Funeral Home in Wichita Falls with Pastor Eric Strauss, officiating. Interment will follow at Crestview Memorial Park under the direction of Owens and Brumley Funeral Home in Wichita Falls.
Odessa was born on December 12, 1929 to the late William and Bertha (Robinson) Hunter in Corsicana, Texas. She met and married a service man and the love of her life, Walter Wiswell, and the couple spent many years together before his passing in 2014. Odessa, lovingly known as "Snooks", a name given to her by her family, took great pride in being a military wife and taking care of her family in spite of her health struggles from her earlier years. She enjoyed visiting with her church family and admiring nature.
Along with her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters.
Odessa is survived by her son, Hershel Wiswell and wife Deborah; grandson, Eric Wood and wife Celena all of Wichita Falls; and two great-grandchildren, Cheyenne Wood and Sierra Wood of Waxahachie.

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  • w/o Walter William Wiswell; d/o William M. Hunter & Bertha (Robertson) Hunter
  • Crestview Memorial Park, Wichita Falls, Wichita Co., TX

Birdie Mae (Shaw) Sykes
Aug 8, 1903 - Oct 21, 1981

Mrs. Birdie Sykes, 78, of Corsicana died Wednesday at Memorial Hospital.
Service was Thursday, October 22, 3:30 p.m., Corley Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. David Williams officiating.
Burial was at Oakwood Cemetery.
She was a native of Dawson and had lived in Corsicana 15 years.
Survivors include five sons, James D. Sykes, Leo Sykes, Hudine Sykes, Bobby Lee Sykes and Ralph Glen Sykes, all of Corsicana; four daughters, Mrs. Cleo McGary, Mrs. Grace Hallmark, Mrs. Louise Webb and Mrs. Nelda Pendergraph, all of Corsicana; 20 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Charles Sykes, Troy Sykes, Steve Sykes, Ricky Rogers, Sonny Webb and Gregg Stellpflug.

Notes:

  • The Blooming Grove Times - Wed., Oct. 28, 1981
  • Submitted by Karen Rost
  • From the collection of the Blooming Grove Historical Society and Museum

Eula (Brown) Melton
Jul 1, 1899 - Oct 20, 1981

Eula B. Melton, of Plainview, died Tuesday morning, October 20, in Central Plains Regional Hospital in Plainview. She was 92.
Service ws 11 a.m., Friday, October 23, in the Family Life Chapel of the First Baptist Church in Plaiview with Dr. Carlos McLeod officiating. Burial in Plainview Memorial Park, Lemons Funeral Home handled the arrangements.
Mrs. Melton grew up in Navarro County and lived in Corsicana and Barry until she moved to Plainview in 1947.
She is survived by one daughter, one son, Leon Melton of Plainview; one brother, Ed Brown of Corsicana; three grandchildren; seven great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren.

Notes:

  • The Blooming Grove Times - Wed, Oct. 28, 1981
  • Submitted by Karen Rost
  • From the collection of the Blooming Grove Historical Society and Museum
  • w/o Knox Ernest Melton (buried in Dresden Cem, Navarro Co., TX)- d/o Hiran S. Brown and Mary Jane (Hasseltine) Brown

Cecil Strickland Beaird
Sep 19, 1913 - Oct 20, 1981

Cecil S. Beaird, 67, of Dawson, died Tuesday in Dallas.
Service was Thursday, October 22, 2 p.m., Corley Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Haldor Duncan officiating. Burial was at Dawson Cemetery.
He was a native of Malakoff, a retired oil field pumper and served in the Army during World War II. He served in the service 13 years.
Survivors include his widow; three sons, Cecil Glen Beaird and Kenneth J. Beaird, both of Corsicana and Charles Pullin, of Dawson; two daughters, Mrs. Mary Gregg, of Arlington and Mrs. Doris Ferguson of Waco; seven grandchildren; one brother, Bud Beaird of Dallas; and one sister, Mrs. Lillie Fuller of Arlington.
Pallbearers were Billy Beaird, T.L. Gragg, Jerry Beal, Ed Nevill, Wayne McElroy and Ellis Montgomery.

Notes:

  • The Blooming Grove Times - Wed., Oct. 28, 1981
  • Submitted by Karen Rost
  • From the collection of the Blooming Grove Historical Society and Museum

Leona Porter
Nov 15, 1880 - Oct 17, 1981

Mrs. Leona Porter, 101, of Corsicana, died at her residence Saturday, October. 17.
Service was Thursday, October, 22, 11 a.m., Dawson Church of God in Christ.
Burial was at the Dawson Cemetery.
Arrangements are with Ross and Johnson Mortuary in corsicana.
She was a member of Bethany Baptist Church in Corsicana.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Agnes Jones and Miss Ada Lee Porter, both of Corsicana; one son John Henry Porter, of Fort Worth; 22 grandchildren, 60 great grandchildren and 22 great,great grandchen.
Grandsons will be pallbearers.

Notes:

  • The Blooming Grove Times - Wed., Oct 28, 1981
  • Submitted by Karen Rost
  • From the collection of the Blooming Grove Historical Society and Museum
  • w/o John Porter

Velma Lorraine (Ray) Stewart
Oct 3, 1904 - Oct 23, 1981

Velma Stewart, 77, of Emhouse died Friday at Dallas Methodist Hospital.
Service was Sunday, October 25, 2 p.m., Corley Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Mickey Loftis officiating. Burial will be at Pattison Cemetery.
Survivors include one son, William royceStewart of Angus; three daughters, Mrs. R.M. Drain Jr., of Corsicana, Mrs. J.D. Chaney of Arp, and Mrs. Carole Weaver of Dallas; 11 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Jwel Wathall, of Lake Dallas and Mrs. Lillian Jackson of Corsicana.
Grandsons were pallbearers.
Notes:

  • The Blooming Grove Times - Wed., Oct 28, 1981
  • Submitted by Karen Rost
  • From the collection of the Blooming Grove Historical Society and Museum

Arthur Roy Harris
Sep 22, 1900 - Dec 18, 1961

A. R. Harris Rites At Cade

Funeral services for A. R. Harris were held Thursday at 10 a.m. from the Cade Chapel at Streetman with interment in the Cade Cemetery.

Officiating were Rev. H. L. McKissack and Rev. Clarence Yates.

A native of Streetman but resident of Brownsville, Mr. Harris, 61, died in a Lubbock hospital Monday.

Survivors include his widow of Brownsville; one son, Rayford Merle Harris, North Hollywood, Calif.; two grandchildren; two brothers, W. C. Harris, Montgomery, and S. T. Harris, Jr., Kansas City, Mo.; one sister, Mrs. Ruth Cherry, Streetman, and a number of other relatives.

Pallbearers were Alvin Neal, Murl Anderson, Clyde Walker, J. E. Sims, Bert Berry and Homer Bonner.

Griffin directed.

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Allie Carene (Bancroft) Harris
Aug 26, 1887 - Aug 12, 1970

Harris Rites

Funeral rites for Mrs. A. J. Harris, 82, Wortham, were held Thursday at 3:30 .m. at the Corley Funeral Home. Officiating were the Rev. Robert Gaines and Rev. Norman Burke. Burial was in the Cade Cemetery with grandsons as pallbearers.

She is survived by four sons, Marvin Harris, Houston; J. D. Harris, Fairfield; Reggie Harris, Pasadena and Homer Harris, Corsicana; two daughters, Mrs. Clyta Dewberry, Hubbard, and Mrs. Ione Jeffcoat, Houston; 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Elnora Knapp, Mobile, Ala.; and two brothers, Allen Bancroft, Eureka and Oscar Bancroft, Powell.

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John Cooper Harris
Oct 10, 1903 - Apr 27, 1971

Harris

John Cooper Harris, 67, Streetman rancher, died Tuesday night of injuries received in a car accident between Streetman and Fairfield about 6 p. m.

A native of Navarro county, he was a member of Streetman Baptist Church and Masonic Lodge No. 333 there.

Funeral services will be Thursday at 3 p.m. at the Streetman Baptist Church with Rev. Bob Gaines officiating. Burial will be in the Cade Cemetery with Griffin Funeral Home directing.

He is survived by his widow; two daughters, Mrs. T. E. Smith, Midlothian, and Mrs. Wayne Mayo, Dallas; one sister, Mrs. Ila Milner, Streetman; three granddaughters, one grandson and one great-grandson; and several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be George Sims, John Elmo Sims, L. T. McKissack, Sam Rollins, Lester Jones and Coleman Sawyer.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed., Apr 28, 1971
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • h/o Neoma/Oma Ethel (Craig) Harris Married Jun. 7, 1924; s/o Alexander Cooper Harris & Mary Alice (Cooper) Harris

L. Q. "Nappy" Lankford
Jul 28, 1902 - Nov 28, 1961

L. Q. Lankford Services Held

DAWSON, Nov. 29 (Sl.) - L. Q. Lankford, 59, who resided four miles southeast of Dawson, died of a heart attack Tuesday in his pasture where he had been looking after cattle. He had been in ill health for some time.

Funeral services were held Wednesday at 2:20 p. m. from the First Methodist church with burial in the Dawson cemetery. The rites were conducted by Rev. Robert Lindsey, pastor.

Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Marie Lankford; a daughter, Cynthia Ann, both of Dawson; two sisters, Mrs. J. H. Dickson, Waco, and Mrs. C. E. Goolsby, Detroit, Mich.; two brothers, Flake Lankford, Waco, and Herman Lankford, Athens, and other relatives.

Eubanks directed.

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Callie (Edwards) Carpenter
May 9, 1888 - Sep 6, 1961

Mrs. Carpenter Rites Friday

Mrs. Callie Carpenter, 79, of Garland, died Wednesday morning.

Funeral services will be held Friday at 10 a.m. from Williams Funeral Chapel in Garland with graveside rites at the Modrell cemetery here at noon.

The family resided in Corsicana prior to moving to Garland in 1950.

Surviving are her husband John Carpenter, Garland; a son, Albert Carpenter, McKinney; a daughter, Mrs. Jessie Pearl Martin, Archer City; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

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James B. Bell
May 1, 1888 - May 14, 1961

James B. Bell Dies Sunday

James B. Bell, 73, of 605 East Ninth avenue, died in Memorial Hospital Sunday.

Graveside services were planned for Monday at 3:30 p.m. at Oakwood cemetery.

No relatives survive.

Corley directs.

 Notes:

James Harvey Davis
Jun 11, 1907 - Jan 13, 1977

Harvey Davis

Services were Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Harvey "Dad" Davis, 69, resident of Corsicana who died Thursday.

The Rev. David Hale officiated and burial was in the Post Oak Cemetery.

Survivors include two sons, Ray Davis of Houston, Neal Davis of Waxahachie; one daughter, Mrs. Genell Fisher of Palmer; three grandchildren, one great-grandchild, four brothers, Roy Davis, Bill Davis and Dubart Davis all of Corsicana, and Carl Davis of Houston; four sisters, Mrs. Velma Runnels of Orange, Mrs. Wilma Starks of Houston, Mrs. Geneva Elmore of Houston, and Mrs. Eura Elmore of Corsicana and a number of nieces and nephews.

The pallbearers were Guy Poarch, Otis Atkiesin, Bob Turner, Clovis Stover, Clark Simons and Morris Pike.

Notes:

James Harrison �Harry� Bryant
Apr 14, 1914 - Mar 7, 1977

Harry Bryant

Services are pending at Corley Funeral Home for Harry Bryant, resident of Bedford and former resident of Corsicana, who died Monday in Hurst.

Survivors include his widow, a son Stephen Bryant of Bedford; two brothers, Allen Bryant of Roane and Neal Bryant of Newark; two sisters, Mrs. Moore Frederick of Fort Worth and Mrs. Kathryn Davis of Booneville, Ark.

Memorials may be made in the form of Contributions to the Vincent's Episcopal Church, 3201 West Pipeline, Euless, Tex. 76039.

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Harry Bryant

Services will be at Noon Wednesday at the St. John Episcopal Church for Harry Bryant, 62, of Bedford who died Monday in Hurst.

The Rev. William F. Forrest and Rev. James Sigler will officiate. Burial will be in the Post Oak Cemetery.

The pallbearers include Arthur Fekety, Dick Kelly, James Clutter, R. B. Allen, Joe Hashop and Will Hashop.

Corley Funeral Home will direct.

Notes:

Val H. Malchow
Jul. 15, 1953 - Jul. 27, 1977

HILLSBORO - Services are to be at 2 p.m. Friday at the Marshall and Marshall Funeral Chapel for Corsicana State Home ex-student, Val H. Malchow, 24, resident of Hillsboro, who was killed in an automobile accident Wednesday in Wisconsin
Officiating will Be Joseph E Paul, former chaplain of the Corsicana State Home.
Survivors include his mother, Fern Pitkin of Hillsboro, a sister Corinne Malchow Kerr of Hillsboro; two brothers Wayne Malchow of Arizona and Edward Malchow of San Diego, Calif; and a step-brother, Arthur-Pitkin of Austin.
Pallbearers will be State home ex-students including Buddy Kirk, Kenneth McAdery, Jerry Wheeler, James Wheeler, Larry Daniels and Harvey Elmore

Notes:

Rosie Bell (Johnson) Nichols
Nov 16, 1895 - Mar 14, 1977

Mrs. Nichols

Services will be at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. Arthur Nichols, 81, resident of Corsicana, who died Monday at Memorial Hospital.

The Revs. Peter Kach and Maurice McLeroy will officiate, with burial following at Eureka Cemetery. She was a native of Coryell County, and has lived in Corsicana 45 years.

Survivors include four sons, Loyd Nichols of Corsicana, Luther Nichols of Farmington, N.M., L. T. Nichols and Claudy Nichols both of Garland; four daughters, Mrs. Lois Coker, Mrs. Luta Andrews, and Mrs. Ruth Holloway, all of Corsicana and Mrs. Eula Petty of Mesquite; 23 grandchildren, a brother, John Johnson of Moody, and a sister, Mrs. Nancy Wilburn of Sherman.

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Wensel Fultun
Nov 23, 1903 - Sep 18, 1976

Wensel Fultun

Griffin Funeral Home will handle local arrangements for Wensel Fultun, 72, who died Saturday morning at his home. Full arrangements are still pending.

Fulton has donated his body for medical research and no funeral service is currently planned.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Wensel Fultun of Corsicana; and by one son, Roy Lee Fulton of Los Angeles, California.

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Edward Sandifer
Oct 31, 1912 - Feb 12, 1976

E. Sandifer

Services were held at 3 p.m. Saturday at Calhoun Funeral Home Chapel in Corsicana for Edward Sandifer, 65, resident of Frost, who died Thursday at a Dallas Nursing Home. The Rev. H. L. Hamilton of Dallas officiated and burial was at Frost Cemetery in Frost.

Survivors include two sons, Milton Ray Sandifer and Lim Alfred Sandifer both of Houston; three daughters, Mrs. Laurine Ray Sandifer of Dallas, Mrs. Lara Lee Herd and Miss Linda Ann Sandifer both of Houston; three grandchildren; three brothers, Ike Sandifer of Milford, L. D. Sandifer of Mertens and Sandy Sandifer of Fairfield; and a sister, Mrs. Ella Dinkins of Buffalo.

Pallbearers will be nephews and sons-in-law.

Notes:

Carolyn Ann (Armstrong) Turner
Oct 28, 1941 - Jan 11, 2023

Carolyn Ann Turner, 81 of Blooming Grove, passed away January 11, 2023. She was born October 28, 1941 in Blooming Grove to Burford and Mary Elizabeth Armstrong.

Visitation will be 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Monday, January 16, 2023 at Blooming Grove United Methodist Church. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm with Pastor Matt Bailey and Randy Jones officiating. Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be James Page, Brian Page, Chad Page, Kennith Dunagan, Jamey Sellers, Jake Adair, Jordan Golden, David McGee.

In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the Blooming Grove United Methodist Church or Rose Hill Cemetery Association.

Notes:

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Carolyn Ann Armstrong Turner

Carolyn Ann Armstrong Turner passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. She was born in Blooming Grove, Tx to Buford Armstrong and Mary Warren Armstrong on October 28, 1941.
She graduated from Blooming Grove High School in 1960 and then graduated from Navarro Jr College in 1962 and Stephen F Austin in 1964 with her Bachelors' Degree.
She taught for 35 years at Aldine ISD and Leggett ISD. Carolyn was a dedicated teacher for her children with learning disabilities. She was selected as Teach of the Year at Hidden Valley Elementary School in Aldine, Tx and she also won Teacher of the Year for the HOSTS reading program in Houston, Tx. She was the coordinator for the HOSTS program in her school. Carolyn was a member of the Blooming Grove Methodist Church. She was also on the executive board from the Blooming Grove Ex Student Association.
Visitation will be 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Monday, January 16, 2023, at Blooming Grove Methodist Church. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm with Pastor Matt Bailey and Randy Jones officiating. Pallbearers will be James Page, Brian Page, Chad Page, Kenneth Dunagan, Jamey Sellers, Jake Adair, Jordan Golden, David McGee. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Blooming Grove, Tx
Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents, William A Turner (Bill), and son William Turner IV.
She is survived by her sister Jane Armstrong, Granddaughter Valerie Bulthius and husband Tyler, Nikki Turner, Grandson William A. Turner, and Daughter-in-law Gayle Turner. She is also survived by a number of cousins and very dear friend and neighbors.
In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the Blooming Grove Methodist Church at Po Box 37 Blooming Grove, Tx or Rose Hill Cemetery at PO Box 413 Blooming Grove, Tx

Griffin Roughton Funeral Home

Notes:

Gertrude Jewell (Green) Ramsey
Nov 15, 1909 - Jan 2, 2005

Gertrude Jewell Green Ramsey passed away Sunday evening at Baylor Medical Center in Waxahachie. She was born at home in the Lone Cedar Community of Ellis County, Texas on November 15, 1909 to Gertrude and George Green. She attended grammar school in Lone Cedar and graduated from Blooming Grove High School, where she met George E. Ramsey, Jr. also of Blooming grove. Jewell attended Baylor University in Waco while George attended Baylor Pharmacy School in Dallas until 1931 when they married. They moved from Blooming Grove to Waxahachie in 1941.
Mrs. Ramsey is survived by: George E. Ramsey III of Waxahachie; sisters-in-law, Margaret Bacon Ramsey of Norman, OK; and a first cousin, Jimmie Green of Corsicana. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, George E. Ramsey in 1978 and an infant brother.
Interment will follow in the Hillcrest Burial Park.

Notes:

Sue Nell (Melton) Weatherby
May 28, 1911 - Nov 6, 2007

Sue Nell "Momma Sue" Weatherby, 96, of Stephenville, a homemaker, died Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2007, at her residence.
Funeral: 10 a.m. Friday at Lacy Funeral Home Chapel, Dr. Dan Murray officiating. Interment: Gardens of Memory Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Lacy Funeral Home.
Memorials: May be made to Life Vision at First Baptist Church, 334 W. Green, Stephenville, Texas 76401.
She was born May 28, 1911, to the late Ed and Sudie Massey Melton in Blooming Grove. She married Hurshel H. "Red" Weatherby on June 28, 1930, in Blooming Grove; he preceded her in death in 1974. She was a member of First Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by two sons, James H. "Jim" Weatherby in 2002 and Charles M. Weatherby in 1998.
Survivors: Sons and daughters-in-law, Jerry and Barbara Weatherby of Stephenville and H.R. "Butch" and Barbara Jean Weatherby of Cotter, Ark.; daughter, Betty Sue Pritchard of Granbury; eight grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.

Notes:

Jerry Richard Weatherby
Dec 4, 1934 - May 6, 2020
 
After a life of service to God, family, friends, and country, Jerry Weatherby, of Stephenville, TX was called home May 6, 2020 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Due to current restrictions, the family will hold a memorial ceremony at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery at a later date.

Born December 4, 1934 in Bloomingrove, Texas. Jerry was preceded in death by his wife Barbara E. Weatherby, his parents H. H. �Red� and Sue Nell Weatherby, his brothers James H. �Jim� and Charles M. Weatherby, and his sister Bettye Sue Pritchard.

After graduating from Texas A&M in 1957 Jerry joined the Air Force, becoming a pilot, serving in Korea and Vietnam, and retiring as a Lt. Col. in 1979. Having already moved his family, he joined them in Stephenville, Texas, where he became an active church member and deacon at First Baptist Church, spent the next several years working for his brother Jim as General Manager of Comanche Meats, then finishing his working years with another full career as a teacher in the English Department at Tarleton State University retiring in 2007. His retirement was spent fishing, gardening, and traveling back and forth between grandchildren. He spent his final days in Murfreesboro Tennessee, at Creekside Assisted Living, where he was treated with dignity and respect, quite loved and dotted on, and always made to feel like the favorite.

He is survived by his daughter Pamela Sue and son-in-law John Stallworth of Gallatin Tennessee, and daughter Jeni Lee and son-in-law Tommy McEwen of Montague Texas. Four grandchildren Shaun Stallworth, Lindsey LeMond, Courtney McEwen, and Nat McEwen, five great grandchildren, and brother Butch Weatherby of Arkansas.
 

Notes:

  • Lacy Funeral Home, Stephenville, Texas
  • h/o Barbara Ellen (Johnson) Weatherby; s/o Hurshel H. Weatherby & Sue Nell (Melton) Weatherby
  • Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams

Lucius C. Graves, Sr.
Apr 5, 1907 - Aug 10, 1977

L. C. Graves

Services are to be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Corley Funeral Chapel for L. C. Graves, 70, resident of Roane, who died Wednesday at Memorial Hospital. Rev. Gary Colburn and Rev. David Hale will officiate, and burial will be in Prairie Point Cemetery.

He was a native of Hammond, Okla., and had lived in Roane for 45 years. He was a farmer and a rancher.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. L. C. Graves of Roane; two sons, Henry Graves of Fort Worth and Billy Graves of Roane; five grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Nephews will serve as pallbearers.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Aug 11, 1977
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • 1st wife Hattie Mae (Holleman) Graves married Nov. 30, 1927 2nd wife Edna Lee (Roberson) Graves married Dec. 9, 1933 s/o James Edward Washington Graves & Sophronia Monia (Mixon) Graves

Frances Ann (Andrews) Walker
May 20, 1951 - Apr 28, 1977

Corsicana native shot to death

MEXIA---A 25-year old native Corsicana woman was shot and killed at 1:45 a.m. today following an argument with a man in Mexia. Mrs. Frances Ann Walker, 25, native of Corsicana and resident of Mexia, was shot with a 12-gauge shotgun in the left chest.

The Mexia Police Department reported that Otis Allen Smith, 25, resident of 203 West Hopkins, Mexia, is being held in the Mexia City Jail on charge of murder.

Bond was set at $10,000 by Judge Opaline Bonner, who ordered an autopsy. The man will be transported to the Limestone County Jail.

Police report that the shooting occurred during an argument at the home of Smith's mother.

Services for Mrs. Walker will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel in Corsicana. Burial will follow at Eureka Cemetery.

Survivors include her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Andrews of Corsicana; two brothers, Larry Andrews of Corsicana and Ronald Andrews of Forney; and her grandmother, Mrs. May Boyte of Irving.

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Mrs. Walker

Services will be Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Corley Funeral Chapel for Mrs. Frances Andrews Walker who died Friday in Mexia.

The Rev. R. L. Tomlinson and Rev. Mitchell Williams will officiate with burial to follow in the Eureka Cemetery.

The pallbearers will be Bradley Boyte, Tommy Coker, Joe Coker, Roger Coker, Raymond Rosas, Quindell Andrews, Gerald Andrews and Clyde Smith.

Notes:

Clarence Dwain Gunn
Oct 12, 1914 - Jul 11, 1977

C. D. Gunn

Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Griffin Funeral Home Chapel for Clarence Dwaine Gunn, 62, resident of Baytown and former resident of Navarro County, who died yesterday in Baytown. Burial will follow at Eureka Cemetery.

Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Edna T. Gunn of Corsicana; a son, Bobby Gunn of Baytown; two daughters, Mrs. Gurnice Strickland of Baytown and Mrs. Margie Estes of Corsicana; 10 grandchildren, a great-grandchild, a brother, W. C. Gunn Jr. of Pursley, six sisters, Mrs. Mayciel Cox and Mrs. Edna Earl Price, both of Pursley, Mrs. Eloice Bosley of Richland, Mrs. Myrtle Hairell of Houston, Mrs. Dorothy Scoggins of Nacogdoches and Mrs. Jude Rae of Freeport.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues., Jul 12, 1977
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • h/o Bessie Bernice (Avery) Gunn-Tisdale buried in Birdston Cemetery; s/o William Clarence Gunn. Sr. & Edna Tennessee (Ridle) Gunn buried in Resthaven Memorial Park, Corsicana, TX

Kenneth Wayne Perry
Jul 28, 1946 - Aug 25, 1977

K. C. Perry

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Griffin Funeral Home for Kenneth Wayne Perry, 31, a Dallas resident and former Corsicana resident who died in Dallas. Burial will be in Eureka Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Chris Perry of Dallas; five daughters, Kimberly Ann Perry of Athens, Dana Perry of Athens, Stacy Perry of Rowlett, Tabetha Perry of Dallas and Tina Perry of Dallas; by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Perry of Corsicana; by four brothers, Thomas W. Perry of Dallas, Herman Edward Perry of Dallas, Billy Ray Perry of Houston, and Jimmy Glenn Perry of Arkansas; and by one sister, Christina Lacy of Dallas.

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Dora Vernell (Petty) Brewer-Vinson-Groth
Jul 11, 1925 - Dec 15, 1977

Mrs. Groth

Services are pending at Griffin Funeral Home for Mrs. Dora Bernell Groth, 52, resident of Corsicana, who died Thursday morning at Memorial Hospital.

Burial will be at Eureka Cemetery. Survivors include her husband, E. W. Groth of Corsicana; two daughters, Mrs. James Miller of Waxahachie and Mrs. Harvey Robinson of Eureka; seven grandchildren, a great-grandchild, two brothers, Lloyd Petty of Dallas and E. E. Petty of Mildred; and two sisters, Mrs. L. H. Perry of Dallas and Mrs. Richard Perry of Eureka.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Thurs., Dec 15, 1977
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • Eureka Cemetery
  • 1st husband Samuel Hugh Brewer Aug. 26, 1939 2nd husband William Norton Vinson married Sep. 1947 buried at Oakwood cemetery, Corsicana, Tx. 3rd husband Ervin Wilhelm Groth married Nov. 1969; d/o Thomas May "Tom" Petty & Alice Elizabeth (Rash) Petty

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Mrs. Groth

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Griffin Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. Dora Varnell Groth, 52, who died Thursday at Memorial Hospital.

The Revs. L. H. Perry and T. W. Perry will officiate, with burial following at Eureka Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Richard Perry, George Voss, Danny Petty, Dale Perry, L. C. Smith, Gene Smith.

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Odie Springfield
Jul 9, 1915 - Oct 23, 1977

Oddie Springfield

Funeral arrangements are pending at the Calhoun Funeral Home for Oddie Springfield, resident of Dallas, and a native of Corsicana, who died Monday in Dallas.

He had lived in Dallas for 25 years.

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Odie Springfield

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Calhoun Funeral Home Chapel for Odie Springfield, 62, resident of Dallas who died Sunday in a Dallas hospital.

He was a native of Navarro County.

The Rev. Paul Curry, Second Mission Baptist Church pastor, will officiate, with burial following at Elm Flat Cemetery near Powell.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Lenora Springfield of Dallas; a step-son, Preston Carlock of Wichita Falls; his step-mother, Mrs. Florida Springfield of Corsicana; two sisters, Charisie Springfield of Dallas and Mrs. Birdia L. Harris of Los Angeles, Calif.; a brother, Melvin Springfield of Los Angeles and other relatives.

Pallbearers are Spencer Thomas, Lonnie Lawrence, Persie Davis, O. D. Harper, Roy Williams and Clemie Modester.

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Sarah Brown
Jul 15, 1880 - Nov 2, 1977

Mrs. Brown

Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at the Ebenezer Baptist Church for Mrs. Sarah S. Brown, 105-year-old native of the Elm Flat Community who died Wednesday in Memorial Hospital.

The Rev. Mason Spriggs will officiate with burial following at Elm Flat Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Scott Funeral Home in Corsicana.

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Lizzie (Springfield) Gray
Sep 13, 1899 - Mar 15, 1977

Mrs. Gray

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Wesley Chapel C.M.E. Church for Mrs. Lizzie Gray, 77, resident of Corsicana who died Tuesday at Memorial Hospital.

The Rev. I. C. Timberlake will officiate, with burial following at Elm Flat Cemetery Cemetery in Powell.

Her husband, Will Gray, preceded her in death in 1964.

Arrangements are with Scott Funeral Home in Corsicana.

Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Eva Wilson of Corsicana; a number of nieces including Mrs. Hattie Faye Mullens of Corsicana; nephews, and other relatives.

Pallbearers are O. D. Harper, Spencer Thomas, Lonnie Lawrence, P. J. Walker, Tillmon Brown, and Willie Ed Holmes.

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Augustus Coleman, Sr.
Jan 9, 1888 - Apr 14, 1977

A. Coleman

POWELL�Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday for Augustus Coleman Sr. 89, resident of Powell, at the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Powell. He died Wednesday in Dallas.

The Rev. Mason Spriggs will officiate, with burial following at Elm Flat Community Cemetery. Arrangements are with Scott Funeral Home in Corsicana.

Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Lois Williams and Mrs. Lorine Houston both of Dallas, Mrs. Velma Robinson and Mrs. Verna Mae Evans of Powell; two sons, Vernell Coleman of Powell and Larcell Coleman of Fort Worth; 25 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be grandsons.

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Sallie (unk) Ross
Jul 26, 1896 - Oct 8, 1964

Mrs. Ross Dies Here Thursday

Mrs. Sallie Ross, 68, Route 5, native of Mexico, died in Memorial Hospital Thursday morning.

Surviving are her husband, Idell Ross, and a granddaughter, Mrs. Tommy Zapta, Route 5, Corsicana.

Graveside services will be held at the Catholic cemetery Friday at 2 p.m. with Rev. August Merkel, pastor of the Church of the immaculate Conception in charge.

Corley directs.

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William M. Perteet
Oct 27, 1870 - Nov 12, 1964

Wm. Perteet Dies Thursday, Rites Saturday

DAWSON, Nov. 13 - (Spl) - Funeral services for William Perteet, 94, retired farmer, who died at his home here Thursday afternoon, will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the First Methodist church.

The rites will be conducted by Rev. Joe Worley, pastor of the church, and Rev. Dan Taylor, pastor of the First Baptist church. Burial will be in the Board Tree cemetery.

Native of Kentucky, Perteet came to the Rodney community south of Dawson, 88 years ago and resided in that area until he moved to Dawson several years ago.

Surviving are his wife, three daughters, Mrs. Maudie Sawyer, Mrs. Gussie Forsythe and Mrs. Lois Haley, all of Dawson; four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren and other relatives.

Pallbearers will be Dale Rowan, Oliver Owen, Cloyce Floyd, Neil Clark, Paul Sawyer and Melvin Jordan.

Eubanks directs.

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Sarah Elizabeth (Pearson) Perteet
Jun 19, 1871 - Jun 5, 1965

Mrs. Perteet Dies Saturday

DAWSON, June 5 - (Spl) - Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Perteet, 93, died Saturday morning at her home here.

Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. from the First Methodist church with burial in the Union High Cemetery. The rites will be conducted by Rev. Joe Worley, Waco, former pastor here.

Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Maudie Sawyer, Mrs. Gussie Forsythe and Mrs. Lois Haley, all of Dawson; four grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren and other relatives.

Mrs. Perteet resided in the Union High community many years before moving here.

Eubanks will direct.

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Teresa Marie (Blackwell) Low-Warren
Jan 8, 1957 - Jan 17, 2023
 
Teresa Marie Warren, 66 of Rice passed away on January 17, 2023. She was born January 8, 1957, in Enid, Oklahoma to Jimmy Wayne Blackwell and Martha Louella Partney.
Teresa loved the outdoors. She would take in any dog that would come to the house. She also worked for Sherman Williams in Ennis and at Payless Shoes for a number of years.
She was preceded in death by her son Shawn Low and father, Jimmy Blackwell. She is survived by her mother Martha Blackwell; sister Charlotte & husband Burlin; three grandchildren, Kortney Low, Sarah Low and Seth Low; niece Gale & husband Kerry and nephews Roy Jones & Gator Hardy.

Visitation will be Sunday, January 22, 2023, at Griffin - Roughton Funeral Home from 1 - 2pm. Graveside services will follow at 3pm at Dresden Cemetery with Bro. Floyd Petersen officiating.

Notes:

  • Submitted by Polly Winn
  • 1st husband Gary Eugene Low married Mar. 29, 1977 2nd husband Matthew Shane Warren married Apr. 1, 2001; d/o Jimmy Wayne Blackwell & Martha Louella (Partney) Blackwell

Jimi Ann (Jones) Hamilton
Oct 31, 1948  -  Jan 13, 2023

Jimi Ann Hamilton,74, of Lawton OK, passed away January 13, 2023 at Comanche County Memorial Hospital in Lawton OK.
Jimi was born October 31, 1948 in Henderson,TX to M.L. and Charity Jones. She was the second oldest of 5 children, 2 sisters and 2 brothers.
She married Bobby Don Hamilton December 10, 1966 in Cleburne TX. They raised 4 children of their own, plus two of their grandchildren. She worked many different jobs in her lifetime, including Cake decorator and homemaker. In her free time, she enjoyed sewing, crosswords, and reading books. She loved watching wrestling. In her later years, she enjoyed Bingo.

Jimi was preceded in death by her husband, both parents, 1 older sister and a younger brother. She is survived by six children. Elaine Hamilton, Barb (Lester) Dickinson, Bobby (Terri) Hamilton, Amy(Russell) Schmittler, Mekhial Hamilton and Sebastain Hamilton. Also ten grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, 1 sister, Judy Banks, 1 brother, Danny Crocker, and other family members.
Memorial service will be at a later date at Rosehill Cemetery in Blooming Grove TX. Arrangements made by Lawton Ritter Gray Funeral Home in Lawton OK. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to your favorite Charities
Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the Lord his God: Psalms 146:5

Notes:

  • Written by Barbara Dickinson
  • Submitted by Diane Richards

  • monument says Jimmie Frank Hamilton but she changed name to Jimi Ann

Joseph Robert Whiteley
Dec 28, 1875 - Feb 5, 1961

J. R. Whiteley Dies In Ennis

ENNIS, Feb. 6 - (Spl.) - Joseph Robert Whiteley, 85, retired farmer, former Fannin school custodian in Corsicana, died at the Ennis Municipal hospital Sunday night following a short illness.

Funeral services will be held from the Bunch Funeral Chapel here Tuesday at 2 p.m. with burial in the Chatfield cemetery.

The rites will be conducted by Sam Norton, Church of Christ minister, of Lancaster. Whiteley was a member of the Church of Christ.

A native of Little Rock, Ark., Whiteley came to Chatfield when six years old. He was married to Dora Bell Jackson of Navarro county in 1910. The couple resided in Navarro and Ellis counties since their marriage, the last six years in Ennis.

Surviving are his wife of Ennis; four sons, Johnny R. Whiteley, Ennis; Obie Whiteley, Spokane, Wash., and Ocie Whiteley, Dallas, twins, and Carl Joe Whiteley, Corsicana; two daughters, Mrs. Isaac Stewart, Ennis, and Mrs. L. D. Patterson, Corsicana; four brothers, John and Ed Whiteley, both of Ennis; Frank Whiteley, Kaufman, and Will Whiteley, San Jose, Calif.; a sister, Mrs. Bessie Burkelow, Kilgore; 26 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and other relatives.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mon., Feb. 6, 1961
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • h/o Eldora Rosetta "Dora" (Jackson) Whiteley; s/o James Edward Whiteley & Thomas Elizabeth "Lizzie" (Pendley) Whiteley

Eldora Rosetta "Dora" (Jackson) Whiteley
Aug 26, 1892 - Oct 28, 1970

Whitely Rites

Services for Mrs. Dora Whiteley, 78, were held today at 10 p.m. in Corley Funeral Chapel with burial in New Chatfield Cemetery. The Rev. Joe Hickson and the Rev. Sam Norton officiated at the services. Mrs. Whiteley died Thursday in Evergreen Nursing Home.

She is survived by four sons, two daughters, 28 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren.

Grandsons served as pallbearers.

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Mrs. Whiteley Rites Friday

Funeral services for Mrs. Dora Whiteley, 78, will be held Friday at 10 a.m. in Corley Funeral Chapel with burial in New Chatfield Cemetery. Mrs. Whiteley died Thursday in Evergreen Nursing Home.

A native of Chatfield, Mrs. Whiteley was a member of the Baptist Church.

She is survived by four sons, John R. Whiteley of Ennis, Ocie Whiteley of Lancaster, Ollie Whiteley of Spokane, Wash. And Carl Joe Whiteley of Dallas; two daughters, Mrs. Edna Stewart of Ennis and Mrs. L. D. Patterson of Corsicana; 28 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren.

Grandson will serve as pallbearers.

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Mattie Moore (Goodwin) Gatlin
Nov 16, 1884 - Oct 17, 1961

Mrs. Gatlin Services Held

Final rites for Mrs. Minnie W. Gatlin, 85, retired teacher, 406 West Second avenue, who died in Memorial Hospital Monday were held Wednesday at 10:30 from the McCammon Chapel.

The services were conducted by Rev. Floyd A. Boulware, pastor of the First Methodist church, of which she was an active member. Burial was in the Chatfield Cemetery.

Mrs. Gatlin, a native of Corsicana, taught 42 years, most of which were in the local school system.

She was active in the Belle Jester Guild and the WSCS of the First Methodist church and was a member of the James Blair Chapter DAR.

Surviving are the following cousins: Misses Lois and Jean Lovett and Mrs. W. R. Holsey, all of Corsicana; Mrs. C. E. Swope, Clarksdale, Miss; Misses Lottie and Lucy Warren, Wnion Church, Miss.; Miss Mary Norwood, Clinton, La., and Mrs. Edith Ware, Brookhaven, Miss.

Pallbearers were John H. Montfort, Persons, Hodge, Joe B. Fortson, Robert W. Miles, Paul M. Thorp and J. K. Bradley.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed., Aug. 2, 1961
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • w/o David Churchill Gatlin; d/o George Thomas Goodwin Sr & Joanna (Moore) Goodwin [bur in Oakwood Cemetery, Corsicana, TX]

Doretha Elizabeth (Lueck) Massey
Nov 22, 1922 - Jan 24, 1961

Mrs. Massey Of Kerens Expires

KERENS, Jan. 25 (Spl)�Mrs. Woodrow Massey, 38, longtime Kerens resident, died at her home Tuesday afternoon after an extended illness.

A native of Hill county, she had resided in Kerens about 20 years. She was a member of the Presbyterian church here.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Presbyterian church with the pastor, Rev. Ken Wood Bryant, officiating, assisted by Rev. Burt Gillis, Methodist minister and Rev. Bill Foster, Baptist minister. Burial will be in the Kerens cemetery.

She is survived by her husband; a daughter, Priscilla; her mother, Mrs. Minnie Lueck, Waco; two brothers, Fred and August Lueck, both of Waco; four sisters, Mrs. Harold Gortz, Bellflower, Calif., Mrs. Loren Nels, Petersburg, Texas, Mrs. B. M. Block, Waco, and Mrs. Lloyd Dessire, Texas City; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed., Jan. 25, 1961
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • w/o Woodrow Royce Massey married Jun. 16, 1938; d/o Fredrich William �Fred� Lueck, Sr. & Minnie Williamena (Schmidt) Lueck

Kathern Ann (Malone) Horton
Sep 20, 1923 - Jun 3, 2022
 
Kathern Ann Horton passed away June 3, 2022, at the age of 98.
Kathern was born September 20, 1923 to Willa and Victor Malone and grew up in Mertens and Frost with her siblings Laverne, Maureen, Victor Mills, Billy Earl, Jackie Lynn, Jerry Sue and Judy Sherron, as well as her half siblings Floren and Joy. She had strong memories of the day she survived the May 1930 Frost tornado. She was leaving school and was pulled into the Britton's store in downtown Frost with her two older sisters Laverne and Maureen. Attending school in Frost and Mertens, Kathern was a great basketball player and graduated from Mertens High School with the class of 1942.
Kathern met her husband Nick Horton near Mertens, and they were married on November 17, 1945 in Blooming Grove. Their daughter Nickie Ann, born February 21, 1948, was the apple of her eye. She was a wonderful mother and a devoted wife, struggling only when her husband Nick shot off the majority of his foot. She always wanted the best for her family and friends, and enjoyed many wonderful times with her granddaughter Anna, on sister gatherings, and visiting with her great grandchildren, including trips to Barbados, Hawaii, England, and a Caribbean cruise.
She turned down a trip to Ireland.
A hardworking woman, Kathern was a seamstress at the sewing factory in Italy, Texas for many years. She was a quiet woman of few words, honest to a fault, and attended church at Mertens Southern Baptist and Northside Baptist. Her family described her as easy-going and humble, a blessing to the family. They will fondly remember her saying, "Goodnight, don't let the bed bugs bite," especially to Jackson, and "I thought you died." She loved Nickie's steaks off the grill.
Kathern leaves behind her daughter Nickie Ann Lagomarsino; her beloved granddaughter Anna Katherine Volley and her husband Dale Volley; her great-grandchildren Jackson Farr, Fiona Farr, and Ren Volley; her surviving sisters Jackie Lynn Anderson (and Billy Ray) and Jerry Sue Malone; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Friends and family are welcome to pay their respects and share memories anytime on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 from 11:00 AM until 5:00 p.m.at Corley Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at Richland Cemetery in Mertens, Texas, with Dr. Darren W. Heil of Central Baptist Church in Blooming Grove officiating at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 8, 2022.

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Sue Frances (Wilks) Gray
Jan 27, 1938 - May 8, 2022

Sue Gray of Denton died May 8, 2022. She was born January 27, 1938 to Rowena Newman Wilks and Clint Wilks. Her brother, Bill, was 8 when she was born. Her hometowns were Athens, Denton, and Corsicana, TX. She graduated from Corsicana High School in 1956 and from North Texas in 1959.
In 1958 Sue was married to Ed Gray in Corsicana. They had two children, Beth and Guy, and their grandchildren were Clint and Sarah. Sue was an active member of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church. Her areas of service were in church and volunteer pursuits through the years, and her vocations were wife, mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, aunt, friend, teacher and service coordinator.
Preceded in death by Ed, her husband of 54 years in 2012, her parents and brother, Sue is survived by her children Beth Whipple (Randy) of Denton and Guy Gray (Tracey) of Bella Vista, Arkansas, grandchildren Clint Goocher of Houston and Sarah Goocher of Denton, sister-in-law Bunny Wilks Heroman and her children Bill Wilks (Cindy), Bob Wilks ( Sherrie), Betsy Wilks, Anne Heroman Jeanmard (Mark) all of south Louisiana, great nephews Ken and Joey Wilks, great nieces Ashley Wilks Eberle, Lainey Wilks, Mary Collier Wilks, great-great nieces Lydian and Rebekah Wilks, great-great nephews Nate Wilks, Henry and Johnathan Eberle; step grandchildren Ryan Whipple of San Antonio and Jessica Whipple of Denton, step great-grandson Brayden Whipple, and countless friends from all walks of life.
Donations may be made to Our Daily Bread, the Pastor's Discretionary Fund or Presbyterian Hunger Fund at St, Andrew Presbyterian Church marked with desired designation (300 West Oak, Denton, TX, 76201): or to a ministry or charity of the donor's choice. A memorial service will be at St, Andrew Presbyterian Church in Denton, TX on Friday, May 13, 2022 at 11 a.m. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Corsicana, TX on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at 11 a.m.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed., Jun 1, 2022
  • Submitted by Karen Rost
  • w/o Edgar Allen Gray, Jr.; d/o William Clint Wilks & Rowena (Newman) Wilks [buried in Roselawn Memorial Park, Denton, TX]

Robert Dwayne Lane
Sep 6, 1958 - Jun 2, 2022

Robert Dwayne Lane, 63, of Corsicana, Texas passed from this life at home with his family by his side on June 2, 2022. He was born in Beaumont, Texas on September 6, 1958, to Prentiss Lane and Dorothy Henry Lane. Robert was a carpenter by trade working in construction. He loved being with his family spending time with them fishing, having family get together with music and BBQ. Robert was a member of First Assembly of God in Mexia.
He is preceded in death by his mother Dorothy and sister-in-law Vickie Castillo. Robert is survived by his wife Helen Lane. Children; Mona West and Adrian, Chris Lane and Paula, David Kirk and Shelly Smith and Wayne Kirk. Grandchildren; Kalaya Evans and Jamariona Reese, Kevin Cade, Anthony Lane, Adrionna West, Jasmine Kirk and Keyonna Lane. Great grandchild Honesti Reese. He is also survived by a number of extended family members and friends.
Visitation with the family will be Tuesday, June 7, 2022, from 6 - 8 p.m. at Griffin - Roughton Funeral Home in Corsicana. Celebration of Life will be Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel at Griffin - Roughton Funeral Home in Corsicana with burial to follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chris Lane, Kevin Cade, Adrian West, David Kirk, Anthony Lane and Juaquin Castillo.
Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home

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Beverly (Griffith) Williamson
Sep 18, 1942 - Jun 5, 2022

On Sunday, June 5, 2022, loving mother and Granny to all, Beverly Griffith Williamson of Rice, TX, passed away at 79.
On September 18, 1942, Beverly was born in Corsicana, TX, to Juanitha Swink Griffith and Mr. H.L. Griffith. She met the love of her life, Leonard Francis Williamson, "Dugan," in Midway, TX, in 1952. The two married on September 13, 1958. They were married for 64 years and had three beautiful children. For many years, Beverly worked as a seamstress for companies Panhandle Slim, Haggar Slacks and Vanity Fair. She accepted the lord as her personal savior in Wilmer, TX in 1965.
At the age of 41, she became a Granny to amazing grandchildren and later even more amazingly beautiful great-grandchildren�all of which she loved unconditionally with all her heart.
Many of Beverly's favorite times were spent hosting Camp Granny's for her grandchildren and spending time with friends and family. Granny was an exceptional woman and accepting of all. If you knew her, she was Granny. If you were a stranger, she was Granny. She had only love in her heart. She will be deeply missed by all she touched.
Beverly is preceded in death by her mother, Juanitha Swink Griffith, brother Larry Griffith, her loving husband, Dugan Williamson, her son Terry G. Williamson, and grandson William O'Brien. She is survived by her son, Perry & Dawn Williamson of Temple, and Daughter, Belinda, and Danny Ferrer of Rice. Grandsons, David Lee & Whitney Williamson of Temple, Layton & Amanda Williamson of Corsicana, John & Abby O'Brien of Belton. Granddaughters Danielle & Ashley Ferrer of Mabank, and Deanna & Tank Ferrer of Rice.
Her most cherished great-grandchildren also survive her. Elijah Jordan Ferrer, Kenneth Lee, Kenlei, Kenzie, Benjamin, Fox, Lexi, Eli, Hannah, Adam, Noah Williamson, Avery & Murphy Claire O'Brien.
She also leaves behind numerous grandpups that she also loved dearly.
Visitation will be Saturday, June 11, 2022, at 9 a.m. at Griffin Roughton Funeral Home in Corsicana, TX. Graveside service will follow the same day at 11 a.m. at Dawson Cemetery.
Pallbearers: David Lee Williamson, Danielle Ferrer, John O'Brien, Deanna Ferrer, Layton Williamson, & Emmet Emerson. Honorary Pallbearers Elijah Ferrer, Kenneth Lee Williamson.

Notes:

  • w/o Leonard Francis "Dugan" Williamson; d/o Harry Lawrence Griffith & Juanitha "Nita" (Swink) Griffith
  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mon., June 6, 2022
  • Submitted by Karen Rost

Terry Gray "Zeke" Williamson
Feb 28, 1962 - May 30, 2019

Terry Gray Williamson "Zeke" was received by our Lord, Thursday, May 30, 2019 surrounded by his loving family and friends in Ft. Worth Texas.
At Terry's wishes, a Celebration of Life will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday, June 14, 2019 at the Chatfield Community Center in Chatfield, Texas. A private burial will be held at a later date.
An online guest book is available at www.griffin-roughton.com
Arrangements By Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home
Published on June 10, 2019

Emma Lee (Thompson) Tucker-Hill-Thompson
Oct 17, 1941 - Jan 26, 2023

Emma Lee Thompson Hill passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at The Village of Heritage Oaks where she had been a resident for just over four years. She was born to Lee and Lena Thompson on October 17, 1941. She is survived by her son Scott Tucker, son Monty Hill, daughter-in-law Heather Hill and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She lived most of her life in Blooming Grove and her BG Class of 1960 was always near and dear to her. Emma worked for Blooming Grove ISD in the tax department and later went to work for the Navarro County Appraisal District. After retirement, she enjoyed attending her grandchildren's events and until her health began to fail, she enjoyed the hobby of photography. Her feisty spirit will be missed by many, but she is able to rejoice free of pain with her Heavenly Father. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the nurses and staff at The Village of Heritage Oaks along with the care she received from CenterWell Home Health over the last several years. The extra care for Emma never went unnoticed and the family is grateful for everyone always going above and beyond for her. During her final transition, Bristol Hospice provided comforting support to Emma and her family.
Visitation will be 6-8pm, Monday, January 30, 2023, at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home.
The graveside service will be 12:00pm Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Rose Hill Cemetery in Blooming Grove, Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rose Hill Cemetery Association, PO Box 413, Blooming Grove, TX 76626.

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Candis "Candy" (Kenner) Wells
Jun 3, 1953 - Jul 15, 2022
 
Candis Kenner Wells, age 69, of Palestine, Texas, passed away into the loving arms of Jesus on Friday, the 15th day of July 2022, with her devoted husband by her side. "Candy" as she was affectionately known, was born in Bossier City, Louisiana, on the 3rd day of June 1953, to parents Gerry Kenner and Joan Kilcrease. Candy graduated from Kerens High School in 1971. After high school while attending T.V.C.C., Candy was awarded the President's Award for her outstanding educational growth, improvement, and her commitment to her academic studies. Upon graduating, Candy worked in the oil field most of her career as a bookkeeper at G & G Equipment and co-owner of Pumping Services. Candy had a genuine personality that people gravitated toward. She always had a warm smile and a kind word. Not only did she give of her time, but she was also generous with her finances. She never hesitated when she saw someone in need. Candy also had a passion for helping all kinds of animals. Rufus and Jethro, her beloved dogs, had a special place in her heart. Candy was an active member of the Palestine community. She dedicated much of her time in several clubs and organizations throughout her life including, Cars of Palestine, Commemorative Air Force, Altrusa International of Anderson County, Association of Desk and Derrick, XAGL-Beta Sigma Phi, and she was also a longtime member of Harvey Woman's Club. Candy is preceded in death by her mother, Joan Kilcrease, and parents, Gerry and Peggy Kenner. Even though she has departed to her heavenly home she will live forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her including her loving husband of 29 years, Jim Wells; son, Andrew Craig Sessions and wife Chris; parents, Kenneth and Patsy Kilcrease; sisters, Kathy Jo Commiato and husband Dave, Mary Kay Corman and husband Danny Ray, Kristi Archer and husband Ray; brothers, Chris Kenner and wife Glenna, Bobby Alexander and wife Francis, Bert Kilcrease and wife Carolyn, and Kenny Kilcrease and wife Natalie; sister-in-law, Linda Keeton and husband Stan; and her beloved dogs, Rufus and Jethro. Candy is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and a multitude of friends. Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from six o'clock until eight o'clock in the evening, on Monday, the 18th day of July 2022, at Rhone Funeral Home. Funeral services to celebrate Candy's life are to be conducted at two o'clock in the afternoon, on Tuesday, the 19th day of July 2022 at Evangelistic Temple, 3011 Loop 256, Palestine, Texas 75801, with Chris Kenner and Mike Johnston officiating the service. Interment will follow in Roselawn Park. Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Ted Manker, Steve Shook, Danny Ray Corman, Dave Commiato, Chad Thornton, and Ray Archer. In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests memorial contributions be made to BARC, The Humane Society, P.O. Box 63 Palestine, TX 75802. Funeral services for Candis Kenner Wells are in care of Rhone Funeral Home, 3900 S. State Highway 19, Palestine, Texas.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Tues., Jul 19, 2022
  • Submitted by Karen Rost
  • w/o Jim Wells; d/o Gerry Kenner & Joan (Kilcrease) Kenner
  • Burial in Roselawn Park, Hwy 84 E., Palestine, TX 75801

James "Jimmy" Hale
Aug 22, 1944 - Jul 14, 2022
 
James "Jimmy" Hale, 77 of Corsicana, went to be with his Lord and Savior with his loving wife by his side on July 14, 2022 in Dallas, Texas.
Jimmy was born on August 22, 1944 in Etta, Mississippi to Era Olera and Madison Doyle Hale. His parents were share-croppers and worked on the family farm in Northern Mississippi before moving to Memphis. Always the brother in charge, Jimmy was surrounded by his siblings Jan, Jack, John, Virginia Billy, Sherrie, Lillie Margaret and Martha Jane. Jimmy was very proud of his time working on the farm and loved sharing about the things he learned during that time.

Jimmy was drafted to the Army after high school, where he went to Panama for basic training. While in Panama he made the most of his time and learned Spanish that continued to benefit him throughout his life. He served two tours during the Vietnam War.
He and Mary Frances were married 40 years and raised their two children, Stephen and Susan Hale. He and Mary moved to Corsicana in 1998. Many years after Mary passed, Jimmy met Dustie. While they shared a bit of an age gap, they also shared many wonderful memories together over the last years of his life for too short of a time.
Jimmy worked for Orkin Pest Control in different capacities with the company and eventually purchased his own Orkin franchise in 1998.
Whether supporting local sporting teams, charities or national endeavors, Jimmy was always fully involved. As a member of First United Methodist Church of Corsicana he contributed to the Stained-Glass Window Restoration and Summer Vacation Bible School Series. He was politically active in promoting his industry (President of the Louisiana Pest Control Association) or political candidates the he thought were just and honest.
Jimmy was known for his sayings:
- You don't save for a rainy day; you save for an opportunity.
- You make all your money in buying.
- Think with the end in mind. Always get in the first hit.
In 2007 Jimmy purchased the Halbert House which started his legacy. Over the next 10 months he brought the house back to life, with the goal of restoring it to its original form, which created a lifelong love of restoring his adopted hometown. Over the past 15 years, Jimmy found the most joy out of restoring buildings in downtown. Jimmy is one of the forefathers of our award-winning downtown.
When Jimmy wasn't working or remodeling, he enjoyed playing poker with his friends and finding a casino to visit whenever he got a chance.
His favorite day had to be February 7, 2011, when Mary Sophia Bruce entered this world from who he had a tremendous love.
A caring, giving, visionary man, Jimmy leaves behind his loving wife Dustie Hale. Son Stephen Hale and wife Amy; Daughter Susan Hale Cooper; Grand-daughter Sophia Bruce; Sister Martha Jane Hale and Brother Billy and Newana Hale. He was preceded in death by his first wife Mary, brothers Jan Ledbetter, Jack Ledbetter and John Turner, Sisters Virginia Rose Sherrie Hale McCullar, Lillie Margaret Hale Haynes.
In Lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged in Jimmy's memory to the Corsicana Animal Shelter at 200 N. 12th St. Designated to the Animal Services Account Fund 294.
Friends and family are encouraged to gather for a time of visitation on Friday, July 22, 2022 from 4 to 6 in the evening at Corley Funeral Home. A service celebrating Jimmy's life will be held on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 11 o'clock in the morning in the Magnolia Chapel at Corley Funeral Home. Burial will follow at New Woodbury Cemetery in Hillsboro.

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Ted Alan Lockhart
Mar 29, 1961 - Jul 15, 2022
 
Ted Lockhart was born March 29, 1961 in Corsicana Texas to Marie and Wendell Lockhart.
Ted lived with his parents in Elm Flat in Kerens Texas. He passed away July 15, 2022 at Epic Nursing Home after a lengthy illness.
When he reached school age Ted was enrolled in Mexia State School.
Ted was born with Down's Syndrome, what some would call a disability. However, he possessed innate knowledge of the most important things in life. Ted was outgoing and never met a stranger. He was able to bestow unconditional love on all and gave the best hugs! He always wanted to be helpful and useful wherever he was. This was not for any reward or compensation for himself, but rather just because he cared. Also Ted was very resilient and resourceful. He had several different living arrangements throughout his lifetime from the Mexia State Home to group homes. Although he regularly spent time with his family , he had many adjustments in life and faced them all with a sweet steadfast spirit.  Ted was always fun to be around and, much like his mother, you never knew what he'd say in any situation, but you knew you'd come away with a good laugh! Ted loved all things Elvis, the Kerens Bobcats, sunglasses, cheeseburgers, fries, ice cream, apple pie and diet coke. He also loved the police force and was seldom seen without his badge on!
Ted was so fortunate to be welcomed into the host home of Rachel Jones and her family a few years ago. Rachel had been a part of Ted's care for more than 20 years in Corsicana. Ted's family will forever be grateful for her patience and loving care.
Ted is preceded in death by his parents, Wendell and Marie Lockhart and his beloved grandmother, Mama Johnson.
Ted is survived by his brother Kevin Lockhart and wife Kris; niece Lane Borrello and husband Kyle; nephew Todd Lockhart and great nieces and nephews Pierce Lockhart, Derek Lockhart, Evan Borrello and Leighton Borrello. Ted was also blessed with a special relationship with his sister-in-law (he called her his Girlfriend) Karla Macke, and cousins Gena Chandler and Darrell Meyer.
Corley's Funeral home will officiate graveside services Friday, July 22, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at Resthaven Cemetery in Corsicana.
Those wishing to remember Ted can make donations to:
The Special Olympics
Phone (800) 380-3071
1133 19th Street NW 12th Floor
Washington DC 20036-3604

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Elizabeth Ann (McCluney) Knight
Jun 13, 1941 - May 24, 2022

Elizabeth Ann Knight, 80, passed away on May 24, 2022 in Clarksville, Tn. She was a loving mother and a dedicated member of the community wherever she lived. She began teaching school in 1965 and taught at many different levels throughout her career. She was known by many names, Ann, Annie, Cluney, Mom, Mrs. E, Mrs. Ann, Mrs. Knight and a few others, but whoever called her name, she was always there to lend a helping hand or a supportive shoulder to lean on. She was preceded in death by her parents Allen and Evelyn McCluney, brother Cliff McCluney and sister Marilyn Bassinger. She is survived by her brother John McCluney, son, daughter, seven grandchildren and many nieces and nephews and extended family. To honor Ann's life, the family has planned a visitation and remembrance on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at Pascal's Funeral Home from 2 PM until 4 PM. Graveside services will follow at 4:30 PM at the Kerens Cemetery with Pastor Jimmy Glenn presiding. Memorial: Donations may be made to Friends of the Kerens Library by calling 903 396 2665 or mailing a check in her name to 121 S. Colket St., Kerens, TX 75144.

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Jo Ann (Shelton) Johnston
Feb 3, 1934 - Jun 23, 2022

Jo Ann Johnston, formerly of Kerens, passed away Thursday, June 23, 2022 at Flower Mound Assisted Living.
She was born February 3, 1934 in Kerens, Texas to Brackston & Dora Shelton.
Jo Ann is preceded in death by her husband, Winston Blair Johnston; grandson, Chad Winston Tinsley; sisters, Edna Reed, Katy Huggins, Laverne Clark and Virginia Shelton.
She is survived by her daughters, Jane Johnston of Seattle, WA and D'Juana Tinsley of Highland Village, Tx.; grandchildren, Amanda Loughmiller and Braxton Tinsley; great grandchildren, Tinsley Loughmiller, Chad Loughmiller, Landrey Loughmiller.
Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 9, 2022 at Paschal Funeral Home. Following the visitation, funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. with Dave Clark officiating. Private graveside service will follow. Pallbearers are Braxton Tinsley (grandson), Chad Loughmiller (great-grandson), Rhett Johnston (nephew), Ron Clark (nephew), Dave Clark (nephew) and Steve Clark (nephew). Honorary Pallbearer Bill Reed (nephew).
Arrangements by Paschal Funeral Home.

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Roy Talmage "Talmage" Upchurch
Aug 9, 1930 - Jun 8, 2022
 
Roy "Talmage" Upchurch joined his Savior peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday June 8, 2022. Talmage spent his life serving the Lord, family and his community. He is survived by his wife, Naomi Upchurch; daughter, Sheree Sutton (Gary) and son, Brent Upchurch (Shawnna); grandchildren Jordan Sutton, Chelsea Sutton, Tyler Sutton, Dalton Upchurch and Delaney Upchurch; great-grandchildren Grace, Eden, Judah and Bjorn; and brother Billy Upchurch (Lydia). Talmage was born in the small community of Bazette, Texas, south of Dallas, in 1930. Upon high school graduating as valedictorian of his high school, he moved to the big city of Dallas to pursue his education and a career in music. He was a member of the Dudley M. Hughes Quartet performing regularly on the radio and TV. His love for music led him to take organ lessons from Naomi Faust, a beautiful and accomplished young piano and organ teacher. The two quickly fell in love and began a fairy tale romance and marriage of love, family, music, ministry and worship for the next 68 years. He held down numerous jobs while working his way through an undergraduate degree in Music and Education at Southern Methodist University and subsequently received his Masters in Administration from the University of North Texas. Talmage was an educator, minister and entrepreneur simultaneously. He served as the Minister of Music at Oak Cliff Assembly of God for over 35 years, while also becoming a DISD school principal, as well as being involved in the real estate business. He was an extraordinarily hard-working man yet had time to show love to all of those who crossed his path. He was the first up from the table to do the dishes, the first to arrive at his school, and was always prepared on time and ready for worship services. As a school principal, his teachers would proclaim that they worked harder for Mr. Upchurch than "any other" because he worked directly beside them to accomplish any and every task. From cleaning the school grounds to being the first to arrive, he set an example to be followed. Directing the church choir and ministering at the church along with his beloved Naomi were the center of their lives together, second only to his family. In the 60's, 70's and 80's, his choir was one of the very largest in Dallas producing multiple record albums and performing many Christmas and Easter presentations. As a DISD teacher he directed a number of musicals including The Music Man and Carousell, two of his favorites. He loved yard work and maintained his own 1-acre yard with beautiful flowers up until 90 years old. He was always smiling and enjoyed spending time with people. He greatly enjoyed playing board games and loved outdoor activities. He could still best all the young people in the family in a game of croquet until his 90th birthday. Talmage spent enormous amounts of meaningful time with his children and grandchildren. He, Naomi, Sheree and Brent enjoyed many summers traveling the U.S. in their pop-up camper trailer sightseeing, laughing and loving each other. His grandchildren were the absolute joy of his life, and he had plenty of time and energy to spend with them having taken early retirement from DISD. He would indulge Jordan, Chelsea, Tyler, Dalton and Delaney with any and every kind of imaginary game, board game or simply throwing balls around. He was at virtually every grandchild's sporting events or recitals (and many events for his great-grandchildren). And he always had time to pray and share his love for God with each child. Talmage Upchurch carried the heart of a pastor in every sense of the word. He loved and cared for "all" in his life through his faithful presence and listening ear, whether ministering in the church, leading choir and worship, teaching school, working as a principal, or serving in the Adult Sunday School Class of Dallas. He truly cared for people and lovingly led them towards God. His thoughtfulness and considerate, humble approach to life blessed and impacted all those whom he came into contact with, His faith and love were an encouragement to his entire family and to all who knew him. Funeral Service is 3 p.m. Friday, June 17, 2022 at Jaynes Memorial Chapel in Duncanville, Texas. The family will receive friends from 2 p.m.-3 p.m., prior to the service. Graveside will follow at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Prairie Point Cemetery in Bazette, Texas.

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Alice Fern (Grounds) Bass
Sep 22, 1932 - Jun 6, 2022
 
Alice Fern Grounds Bass passed away June 6, 2022. She was born September 22, 1932, near Blooming Grove, Texas to Robert Martin Grounds and Leta Fern Shumate Grounds. She married Kenneth Edward Bass, a Methodist minister, in Dresden, Texas, on May 14, 1955. Over the years they served many communities in Central Texas. While in the Waco area,
Alice worked for radio station WACO-100 for over 15 years. She was a long-time member of the Corsicana Chapter of the Eastern Star. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, parents, brother James Grounds, and sister Nevada Hollifield. Alice is survived by two brothers, Bevie Ray Grounds and Gary Grounds and sister Barbara Frioni. She is also survived by three sons and their wives, Ken and Belinda, Conway and Peggy, and Robert and Beverly. She was a proud grandmother of Keith, Shannon, Samantha, Collin and Casey as well as a great-grandmother to seven and a great-great grandmother to two with another on the way. She greatly loved her many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, June 10, 2022, from 10 to 11 a.m., to be followed by a graveside service at Rose Hill Cemetery in Blooming Grove, Texas, at 11:30 a.m.
The family wants to express their gratitude to the wonderful care provided to our mother by both Brookdale Assisted Living and Twilight Home in Corsicana, Texas.

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Carol Louise (Kilman) Turnbo
Oct 16, 1949 - Jul 14, 2022
 
Carol Louise Turnbo, 72, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2022, at home with her family in Corsicana, Texas.
Carol was born October 16, 1949, in Columbia, South Carolina. She graduated from Belton High School in Belton, Texas in 1968. She served her country in the U.S. Army Reserves in the 1970's. Carol married Donnie "Pappy" Turnbo March 31, 1978. In the late 80's, she moved with her husband and daughter to Corsicana. She later took on the role of Supervisor of Medical Records at Medical Arts Clinic which became Medical Associates of Corsicana, from which she retired after 25 years of service as Supervisor of Transcription. After the passing of her husband, she moved to Hemet, California to be nearer her sister Shirley. This past year, Carol returned home to Corsicana to live with her daughter Melissa and her family.
Carol was reserved and quiet but had a surprising and hidden sense of adventure. She loved to try new things like square dancing, zip lining, and going on cruises and traveling to new places. Mah Jong became a staple in her life that she played with enthusiasm. It wasn't just about the game, but also the sense of community. It helped her grow her personal circle of friends, and she relished in teaching others. There wasn't a Mah Jong themed trinket, jewelry, or accessory that she saw that she didn't buy. She also enjoyed crafts which ranged from plastic canvas, macram�, cross stitch, and jewelry making. If you had the pleasure of knowing Carol, you had one of her handmade bracelets, earrings, or necklaces.
She was preceded in death by her father Leslie Vernon Kilman, Mother Lois Kathrine Kilman, brothers Michael Kilman and Leslie Kilman, sister Barbara Adsit, and husband Donnie "Pappy" Turnbo. May they welcome her in, ready to play the numerous card games as they did at every family gathering. She is survived by her children Stephanie Turnbo and Michael Cox of Los Angeles, California, Melissa Turnbo Fuller and Kevin Fuller of Corsicana, Texas; her grandchildren Sean Fuller, Emma Fuller and Sebastian Cox; her sister and brother-in-law Shirley and Jerry Etemadfar of Hemet, California, and her beloved dog Abby.
The family would like to thank Krystal and Amy with New Century Hospice for their care and compassion.
Memorial Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 10 at Lone Star Cowboy Church and officiated by Pastor Charky Marquis.
An online guest book is available at www.griffin-roughton.com
Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home

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Mary Juanita (Wylie) Brown
Sep 26, 1927 - Jun 12, 2022
 
Mary Juanita Wylie Brown, 94 of the Pursley Community passed away June 12, 2022, in Lubbock, Texas. Juanita was born September 26, 1927, to Ervin A. Wylie and Fannie B. Sawyer Wylie of Union High and later of Retreat, Texas. As a child during her school years, Juanita lived with her Uncle James and Aunt Maggie Sawyer Bruce and attended school in Hubbard. Juanita as she preferred to be called is a self-described tough ranch woman being married to Charles Wayne Brown who passed away January 15, 2010. Charles Wayne and Juanita raised 3 children working a family cattle ranch and running a custom hay baling business to make a good living for their family and develop strong work ethics for their children. They were both long-time members of the Disciples of Christ First Christian Church of Corsicana for over 36 years. After the church tragically burned down, the family was adopted by St. Luke United Methodist Church in Corsicana but always maintained their Disciples of Christ membership. Juanita was the school secretary for Drane Middle School in Corsicana for 19 years and loved teaching Sunday school classes for both children and adults at both church affiliations. Juanita had a strong faith and provided a firm foundation for her children and all who knew her. Her stature was small being only 4' 9" but her faith, dedication to family, and work ethic made her formidable.
Juanita is preceded in death by her parents, brother Corliss Wylie, husband Charles Wayne Brown, son Donald Wayne Brown, and daughter Suzanne Brown Bardwell of East Mountain.
Juanita is survived by her son's family Philip & Julia Brown, grandchildren Kathrine Suzanne, and Charles Wesley Brown of Lubbock, son-in-law's family Jim Bardwell of East Mountain, grandchild's family Joshua Ray & Jennifer Bull Bardwell of Gilmer, nephews Billy Wayne Steele of Pursley, and Ricky Steele of Corsicana, first cousins Dannie and Billy Ed Bruce of Weatherford.
Juanita will be laid to rest at Hamilton Beeman Cemetery in Retreat with her parents, brother, beloved husband and two of her children. While our family has dwindled on this earth, we will all one day be reunited in heaven and celebrate with our Lord and savior Jesus Christ!
Memorials may be made to the Suzanne Brown Bardwell memorial Scholarship fund at City National Bank in Gladewater.

Minister: David Farmer, First Christian Church Longview
Pall Bearers (6): Jimmy Bardwell, Billy Wayne Steele, Ricky Gene Steele, Dannie James Bruce, Billy Ed Bruce, Josh Bardwell,
Honorary: Wesley Brown, Brad Steele, Brent Steele, Danny Bruce Jr., Roger Cooper, Wayne Brooks
Burial: Hamilton Beeman Cemetery, Retreat Texas

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Jerry D. Turner
Feb 14, 1942 - Jul 23, 2022
 
Jerry D. Turner lived eighty good years, ending on July 23, 2022. He was born in Ohio on February 14, 1942, to William Raymond Turner and Nellie Naomi Lanning, who preceded him in death. The family included two older brothers, James R. Turner and Larry R. Turner, and a younger sister, Jeanne Turner Earley. Jim, the eldest, died in 2009. The remaining siblings have remained close to one another.

The Turner family moved to Grove City, Pennsylvania, when Jerry was only three and the family home was there for many years. After Jerry began his university years in Pittsburgh, he met his future wife Gay Gardner on a blind date which led to their marriage on July 23, 1962, and the beginning of a wonderful family. Jerry's academic life continued in Pennsylvania for several years as he earned his MA at the University of Pittsburgh and taught English both there and at Behrend College in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Life in Texas began in 1968, as Jerry went to the University of Texas in Austin to receive his PhD. He continued teaching college English classes, mostly in literature, while there and later at Navarro College. The family, with sons David and Christopher, moved to Corsicana in 1974. It was several years later, while Jerry was teaching at Navarro College, that their daughter Jennifer was born.

Jerry often referred to the years of his birth and his rebirth, as he experienced a major shift in his life through a remarkable experience with God in Austin. That salvation experience changed his outlook on life and began his love for the Bible and for his savior Jesus Christ. From that point on, his main goal in life was to serve and please God. This is how most people who have known Jerry in these last fifty years will remember him. He had such love for God, for family and for friends!

In 1984, after training at Christ for the Nations in Dallas, Jerry was ordained as a minister of the gospel. He and Gay returned to Corsicana and continued the ministry at The Ark bookstore begun by John and Violet Dickson, who established the store's presence downtown. Jerry loved the opportunity to meet so many brothers and sisters in Christ and to help people select Bibles and Bible helps.

In addition to church ministry and The Ark, Jerry became involved with Christian education at Corsicana Christian Academy, serving on the board for several years. He also served several years on the board of the Hope Center, formerly Pro Life of Navarro County, another ministry that was extremely important to him. Jerry taught Bible classes for decades. People will remember him for these and many other reasons.

In addition to his two remaining siblings, Jerry is survived by his wife Gay. He was a loving father to son David and his wife Susan Turner; son Christopher and his wife Marsha Turner; and daughter Jennifer Turner and her partner Dan Luddy. Beloved grandchildren include Chris's children, Katie Turner and Michael Turner (wife Rose); Jennifer's children Bobby and Charlie Luddy; and several past and present step-grandchildren.

The family would like to express much gratitude for caregiving help toward the end of Jerry's life. We do appreciate the compassionate, excellent care provided by Home Helpers (Shepherd's Touch), The Village at Heritage Oaks, and New Century Hospice.

The funeral service for Jerry will be held at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home at 11:00 on Saturday, July 30th, officiated by his pastor Byron Ayers, Max Rash assisting. Visitation will be there from 6:00 to 8:00 on Friday evening, July 29th.

Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home.

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Shirley Ann (Fuller) Barnes
Sep 1, 1936 - Jul 21, 2022
 
Shirley Barnes, 86, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2022, with her children by her side. Shirley was born September 1,1936 in Corsicana, Texas to Troy and Lake Fuller.
A service to celebrate her life will be Tuesday July 26, 2022, at 11am in the Chapel at Griffin - Roughton Funeral Home with Pastor Daniel Harper officiating. Visitation will be held from 10-11am prior to the service.
There will be a private burial for family later in the day.
Arrangements by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home

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Shirley Barnes, 86, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2022, with her children by her side. Shirley was born September 1,1936 in Corsicana, Texas to Troy and Lake Fuller.

Shirley devoted her life to caring for others. She was a strong and faithful Christian, serving her church and community in various volunteer roles. She loved to spend time cooking, traveling and taking early morning walks to the park. Family gatherings and holidays were her favorite time of the year, and she always made them memorable for her loved ones.

She worked many years for Liberty Mutual Insurance Company. After retiring, she spent her time volunteering countless hours for many organizations. She served as a "Pink Lady" with the Navarro Regional Hospital Auxiliary as well as several committees at the Kinsloe House. Her weekly highlight was giving back to the Good News Cafe at First Baptist Church in Corsicana. Her church held a special place in her heart.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, Elwood Barnes, her parents Troy and Lake Fuller, and siblings Pat Reed, Verda Waggoner, Nettie Adkins, and Sonny Fuller.

She is survived her brother Donald Fuller and wife Darlene; children Danny Barnes and wife Linda, Brenda Farmer and husband Phil; grandchildren, Brandy Harrison and husband Bill, Corey Barnes and wife Angie, Amber Stoner and husband Brett, Amy Johnson and husband JP; great-grandchildren Grant Harrison, Jackson McMath, Braxton Stoner, Waylon Barnes, Brody Barnes, Asher Stoner, Anje Stevens & husband James, Claire Johnson, and Cade Johnson. She is also survived by great-great-grandson Beckett Stevens.

Pallbearers will be Danny Barnes, Corey Barnes, Bill Harrison, Brett Stoner, JP Johnson, and Grant Harrison. A service to celebrate her life will be Tuesday July 26, 2022, at 11am in the Chapel at Griffin - Roughton Funeral Home with Pastor Daniel Harper officiating. Visitation will be held from 10-11am prior to the service. There will be a private burial for family later in the day.

Memorials can be made to the Ladies Auxiliary at Navarro Regional Hospital where she volunteered for three decades helping those in need. Any donations should be mailed to NRH Auxiliary, 3013 Lafayette St., Corsicana, TX 75110.
Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home

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Charles Calvin "Bill" Reeves
Dec 6, 1946 - Apr 18, 2015

Bill Calvin Reeves, 68, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2015, in Rice, Texas. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, April 22, 2015, in the J.E. Keever Mortuary of Ennis. A Celebration of his life will take place at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 23, 2015, in Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery.

Bill was born in Corsicana, Texas, to the late George and Francis Mae Reeves. He grew up in Mildred, Texas. On July 2, 1982, he married Gwendolyn "Gwen" Wagner and they made their home in Navarro Mills. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy from 1965 until 1971.

Bill was the owner of Manchester Lock and Key for 13 years and for the Lock and Key for two years where he was a locksmith. Bill was also the manager and locksmith for 22 years of the First Quality Lock.

Survivors include his wife, Gwen Reeves; son, Marc Reeves and fianc�e, Claudia; daughters: Renee Reeves, Candi McCormick, Ashley Sanchez, Janie Bernal, and Monica Russell; 17 grandchildren: three great-grandchildren; brothers, Mike Reeves and Jerry Reeves; sisters, Donnie Killingsworth and Vickie Reeves; other relatives and many friends.

 

Maggie Eloise "Weeser" (Wood) Tickle
Sep 3, 1926 - Aug 11, 2013

Eloise Wood Tickle, 86, of Bellmead, passed away Sunday, August 11 at a local nursing home. Services will be 10 am Thursday, August 15 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Barry Camp officiating. Burial will follow at 12:30 pm at Younger Cemetery in Purdon, Texas with Rev. Harrell Braddock officiating. Visitation will be 6 to 8 pm Wednesday, August 14 at the funeral home. Eloise was born September 3, 1926 in Purdon, Texas to Willie and Fannie (Farmer) Wood. She retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and was a lifetime member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. She was an active member of Highland Baptist Church, a Sunday School Teacher and a Brownie Leader. Eloise enjoyed crocheting, crafting Christmas stockings, traveling and especially reading and studying her Bible. She was an avid Bridge and 42 player, who loved the Texas Rangers and Dallas Cowboys. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grams who will be missed dearly Eloise was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John Morris Tickle in 1977; and her sisters, Edna Dempsey and Eva Wallace. Survivors include her daughters, Deborah Conrad and husband, James of Robinson and Jan Laney and husband, Billy of Hewitt; her grandchildren, Jonathan Conrad, Jeffrey Conrad and wife, Lauren, Ryan Laney and wife, Keri and Ashley Laney; and great grandson, Grayson James Conrad. Pallbearers will be, Jonathan Conrad, Jeffrey Conrad, Ryan Laney, Bill Wallace, Tom Grisham and Steven Byers.

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  • Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams
  • w/o John Morris Tickle; d/o Willie Ada Wood & Fannie Dell (Farmer) Wood

James Ray "Jim" Tickle
Oct 1852 - Jun 6, 1912

CARD OF THANKS
We want to express our thanks and appreciation to our friends for the many acts of kindness shown us during the sickness and death of our loved one, Jim Tickle, and for the many beautiful flowers and the nice food.  Especially do we thank Dr. Logsdon, the nurses at the P. and S. Hospital, and Dock Boldin. You were real friends to us and our prayer is that each of you will have just such friends, should sorrow come your way. - His Daughters, Mrs. Francis Mayberry, Mrs. Katherine Hoppens; His Brother, Huse Tickle; His Sisters, Mrs. Ressie Howard, Mrs. Willie Ellis, Mrs Ida Crawford, Mrs. Mattie Cook, Narlen R. Evans and Mrs. Eva Green.

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Sarah Joesphine "Joe" (Tickel) Davis
Sep 28, 1886 - Aug 8, 1979

Mrs. Davis
Services were at 3:30 p.m. Friday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. Sarah Joe Davis, 92, resident of Cayuga and native of Purdon who died Wednesday at Paulyne's Convalescent Home..
The Rev. B. W. Johnson officiated, with burial following at Oakwood Cemetery.
She was born Sept 28 1886 in Purdon. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Tickle and a member of Purdon Baptist Church.
Her husband, Burt davis, preceded her in death Oct. 4, 1948.
Survivors include a son, Harold Davis of Corsicana; a daughter, Mrs. Helen Kirk of Cayuga; seven grandsons, one granddaughter, 13 great grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Evie McGehee of Corsicana and Mrs. Cora Rogers of Purdon.
Pallbearers were Wesley Davis, James L. Kirk, Jacky Bill Davis, Elbert L. Kirk, Jackie D. Davis and Bruce Davis.

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Ora Mae (Clark) Webb
Oct 31, 1909 - Aug 1, 1975

Mrs. Webb

STREETMAN - Mrs. Ora Mae Webb of Streetman died Saturday while visiting in New Mexico.

Funeral arrangements at Griffin Funeral Home are incomplete, but services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday at the First Baptist Church in Streetman. Burial will be in Streetman.

Surviving are sons, Maxwell Webb of Worthington, Ohio, and Jerry Webb of Charleston, S.C.: her mother, Mrs. C. L. Clark of Streetman; two sisters, Mrs. Harold Lee of Corsicana and Mrs. Ralph Howell of Streetman; a grandson, Jerry Webb and granddaughter, Kim Webb.

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Mrs. Webb

STREETMAN - Services were held at 2 p.m. Monday at the First Baptist Church in Streetman for Mrs. Ora Mae Webb, who died Saturday in New Mexico.

Rev. Bob Gaines and Rev. Don Tredwell officiated with burial following at Birdston Cemetery.

Survivors include two sons, her mother, two sisters, a grandson and a granddaughter.

Nephews were pallbearers.

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Dannie Hodges (McDaniel) Hawthorn
Jan 28, 1882 - Oct 7, 1975

Mrs. Hawthorne

Services are pending at Griffin Funeral Home for Mrs. C. K. Hawthorne, 93, resident of Streetman, who died at Memorial Hospital Tuesday morning.

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Mrs. Hawthorne

Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Griffin Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. C. K. Hawthorne, 93, resident of Streetman, who died Tuesday morning at Memorial Hospital.

Rev. Don Treadwell will officiate, and burial will be at Birdston Cemetery in Streetman.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Robert A. Clark of Bryan and five grandchildren.

Pallbearers include Harris Wilson Milner, Billy C. Easterly, Louis Rawlings, Jim Pillans, John Sims, and Jimmy Young.

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Eddie Rogers
Aug 3, 1912 - Jan 30, 1975

Eddie Rogers

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Griffin Funeral Home Chapel for Eddie Rogers, 62, resident of Rt. 1, Wortham, who died Thursday in the Mexia Hospital.

Rev. Jerry Spencer will officiate and burial will be at Birdston Cemetery near Streetman.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Opal Rogers of Wortham; four daughters, Mrs. Mablene Young of Mexia, Mrs. Jean Jackson of Corsicana, Mrs. Peggy Huckabee of Mesquite, and Mrs. Vickie L. Beard of Mexia; five grandsons, a granddaughter, a brother, Jack Rogers of Wortham, four sisters, Mrs. Jewel McDowell of Gladewater, Mrs. Bertha Griffin of Mexia, Mrs. Ella Dunson of Pasadena, and Mrs. Elexene Divzmond of Fort Worth, and a number of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers include Billy Rogers, Albert Rogers, John L. Harris, John F. Henderson, Jerry Rogers, and Bobby Rogers.

He was a native of Navarro County and a retired farmer.

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Walter Clyde Ellis
Mar 10, 1899 - Dec 9, 1975

W. C. Ellis

Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Birdston Cemetery in Streetman for W. C. Ellis, 76, resident of Sweeney, who died yesterday at Sweeney.

The Rev. James A. Cook will officiate. Masons will conduct the graveside services.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Annette Ellis of Sweeney; two sons, Ernie E. Ellis of Friendswood and Dan T. Ellis of Sweeney; a brother, Oscar Ellis of Waco; a sister, Lillian Millner of Wortham; and five grandchildren.

Family members will be at Griffin Funeral Home from 8-10 p.m. tonight.

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Elizabeth E. Johnson
Jul 20, 1909 - Sep 17, 1975

Miss Johnson

Services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at the Griffin Funeral Home Chapel for Miss Elizabeth Johnson, 66, resident of Streetman, who died yesterday at Memorial Hospital.

Rev. Don Treadwell and Rev. Bob Gaines will officiate, with burial following at Birdston Cemetery in Streetman.

Survivors include three sisters, Mrs. Corrie Clark of Streetman, Mrs. Ada Bennight of Purdon and Mrs. Lurline Carter of Tennessee; a brother, Ralph Johnson of Winkler, and a number of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers include Grady Turner, Leonnard Ward, Robert Hull, W. D. Pillans, Hallie Rash and Billy McConnico.

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Jessie Woodard, Sr.
Sep 4, 1894 - Feb 2, 1975

J. Woodard

WINKLER COMMUNITY�Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the Thomas A.M.E. Church in the Winkler Community near Streetman for Jessie Woodard, 81, who died Sunday at John Peters Smith Hospital in Fort Worth.

Rev. W. M. Davis, pastor, will officiate and burial will be at Greenbriar Cemetery in the Winkler Community.

Arrangements are with Calhoun Funeral Home in Corsicana. He was a longtime resident of the Winkler Community. He was also a veteran of World War I, member of the Thomas Chapel A.M.E. Church and the F & A.M. Masonic Goodwill Lodge No. 266 of Streetman.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Lennie Woodard of Streetman; six sons, Thurkeld Hamilton of Fairfield, Napoleon Woodard, Cletha Woodard, Roger Woodard and Oscar Woodard all of Fort Worth and Earlee Woodard of Greenville; four daughters, Mrs. Jessie Gardner, Mrs. Lee Ester Haley, Mrs. Lucille Bradford and Mrs. Ruth Green all of Fort Worth; 33 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, a brother, Oscar Woodard of Oakland, Calif., and other relatives.

Pallbearers will be Joseph Packer, Detroit Packer, Daniel Packer, Alvin Packer, Ezel Packer and Ezel Packer.

Honorary pallbearers will be members of Goodwill Lodge No. 266.

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  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Wed., Feb 5, 1975
  • h/o Lennie (Hampton) Woodard married Feb 15, 1922; s/o Frank Woodard & Julia (Jackson) Woodard

Clark Earl Butler
Nov 20, 1902 - May 22, 1976

Clark Butler dies

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the First Baptist Church sanctuary for Clark E. Butler, 73, resident of Corsicana and native of Roane, who died at 2:30 a.m. Saturday at Memorial Hospital.

The Revs. Harold Lansford, pastor and Eugene Wood, Westminister Presbyterian Church pastor, will officiate, with burial following at Oakwood Cemetery.

He was in the insurance and real estate business most of his life and was a member of the First Baptist Church. He was a 32nd degree Mason.

Survivors include his widow of Corsicana; a son and daughter-in-law of Houston, Mr. and Mrs. Jack B. Butler; three grandsons, Brian, Kevin and Daren Butler of Houston; a brother, Curry S. Butler of Corsicana; and a sister, Mrs. Hermon Roberts of Corsicana.

Pallbearers will be Dick Irvin, Danny Jones, Brantley Humbert, Dave Kelton, Miller Reid, Travis Knight, Bill McLauchlin and K. E. Butler, Jr.

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Arthur L. White, Jr.
Oct 4, 1927 - Aug 20, 1975

A. L. White

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Harmony Baptist Church for Arthur L. White, Jr., 37, resident of Fort Worth the past 20 years and native of Angus, who died Wednesday in the Dallas Veterans Administration Hospital.

Rev. Clem Jones will officiate, and burial will be in Cheneyboro Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Scott Funeral Home in Corsicana.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Mary L. White of Fort Worth; a son, Ronald Edward White of Fort Worth; a step-son, Arthur L. Royal of Fort Worth, two step-daughters, Wilmetra Collins and Carolyn Bell of Fort Worth; four sisters, Mrs. Gladys Coy, Mrs. Lola Carter, Mrs. Ida Dirks, and Mrs. Emma Baker; and a brother, Ed N. Williams.

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America/Marica Caroline "Carrie" (Jagjears) Shaw
Feb 18, 1887 - Jan 31, 1975

Mrs. Shaw

ENNIS�Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Bunch Funeral Chapel in Ennis for Mrs. Carrie Shaw, 87, resident of Avalon, who died Friday at W. C. Tinery Community Hospital in Waxahachie.

Rev. Joe C. Hixon, resident of Ennis and Rev. L. H. Raney will officiate, and burial will be at Spring Hill Cemetery in Dawson.

She moved to Spring Hill in 1892 and married Thomas Cecil Shaw of Dawson Jan. 14, 1904. He preceded her in death February 1914. A son, Charles O. Shaw of Ennis also preceded her in death December 26, 1971.

She had lived in the Avalon area 32 years and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Avalon.

Survivors include two sons, James Thomas Shaw of Avalon and Morris P. Shaw of Midlothian; nine grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

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  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Fri., Jan 31, 1975
    Submitted by Diane Richards
  • w/o Thomas Cecil Shaw married Jan 14, 1904; d/o John Arron Jagjears & Mary Etta �Mollie� (Cottongame) Jagjears buried in Dawson Cemetery, Dawson, TX.

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