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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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:
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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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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:
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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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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. |
Notes:
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.
Published online by
Owens & Brumley Funeral Home & Cremation Center
Burkburnett Funeral Home
Burkburnett, Texas 76354 |
Notes:
-
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. |
Notes:
- 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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
---------
Harris Rites Planned Here
Mrs. A. J. (Allie) Harris, 82, resident of Wortham Rt. 2 the
past 46 years and native of Burns, Miss., died early
Wednesday in Memorial Hospital.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at the
Corley Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Robert Gaines
officiating. Burial will be in the
Cade Cemetery. Grandsons
will be pallbearers.
She is survived by fours sons, Homer Harris, Corsicana;
Martin Harris, Houston; J. D. Harris, Fairfield and Reggie
Harris, Pasadena; two daughters, Mrs. Clyta Dewberry,
Hubbard, and Mrs. Ione Jeffcoat, Houston; 10 grandchildren
and 6 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Elnora Knapp,
Mobile, Ala.; and two brothers, Oscar Bancroft, Powell, and
Allen Bancroft, Eureka.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
-----
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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:
-------------
 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.
Notes:
-----
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.
Notes:
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:
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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
-----
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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:
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:
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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.
Notes:
-----
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.
Notes:
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:
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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. |
Notes:
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 |
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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. |
Notes:
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 |
Notes:
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. |
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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. |
Notes:
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. |
Notes:
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 |
Notes:
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 |
Notes:
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. |
Notes:
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 |
Notes:
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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
Notes:
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. |
Notes:
- 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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
--------
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
-----
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
-
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
-
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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