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Edna Zerlene (Barnes) Healey
Apr 4, 1923 - Dec 7, 2009
 
Mother of David, Alan and Gregory Healey
Cremation-12/8/2009 in Tyler, Smith, Texas.
Burial of cremated remains-6/27/2021 at Brushie Prairie Cemetery in Brushie Prairie, Navarro, Texas.
Mrs. Healey died Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at Park Place Center in Tyler. She was born April 4, 1923, in Navarro Mills Community, near Corsicana.
She lived in Dallas for 35 years before moving to Hideaway in February 1977. She retired from Bank of America in Tyler in 1994. She was a member of Hideaway Lake Community Church, Daughter's of the American Revolution and the Salvation Army Auxiliary. Her hobby was playing bridge with her friends at Hideaway.

Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, David and Jane Healey of Houston, Alan and Patty Healey of Hideaway, and Gregory and Ilene Healey of Hideaway; five grandchildren, Jonathan Healey and wife, Paige of Spring, Jason Healey of Hideaway, Erin Ledford and husband, Donovan of South Carolina, Steven Healey of Denver, Colo. and Angela Healey of Dover, Del.; four great-grandchildren, Baila Ruth Healey, Alexander Texas Healey, Vaughn Ledford and Liam Ledford; two sisters, Cecil Ruth Parsons of Plano and Margie Ruth of El Paso; two brothers-in-law, Wade Brooks of Longview and Bill Healey of Brockton, Mass.; sister-in-law, Peggy Mennenno of Avon, Mass.; and many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceding her in death were her parents, William J. and Willie Lena Reeves Barnes; sisters, Carl Lee Thomas, Annie L. Brooks, Frances Manley and Karen Barnes; and brothers, W. J. Barnes, Jr. and Bennie J. Barnes.
Gravesite Details
Ashes buried in the Barnes Family plot

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Sarah Jo (Johnson) Garvin
Jul 10, 1922 - Jan 16, 2013
Mena, Arkansas

Mrs. Sara Jo Garvin, age 90, of Mena, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2013 in Mena. She was born July 10, 1922 in Purdon, Texas to the late Robert Johnson and the late Nancy Elizabeth Griffin Johnson. She was united in marriage to John Thomas Garvin. She was an Insurance Margin Clerk and was of the Baptist faith. Mrs. Garvin was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend and will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her. She is survived by: Son: John Michael Garvin and wife Vera Elaine of Ft. Worth, Texas Daughter: Kaye Heath and husband Sam of Mena, Arkansas Grandchildren: John Michael, Jr., Amy Janine, Tabby Elaine, Marci Lynn, Jennifer McCauley, Michelle Schnell and Kacey Schnell 11 great-grandchildren She was preceded in death by her husband, John Garvin, her parents Robert and Nancy Johnson, 3 brothers, Jack, Thurman, and Bill Johnson, and a sister, Mildred McElroy. Funeral services will be Friday, January 18, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Dallas Avenue Baptist Church with Brother Justin Leonard officiating. Interment follows in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home. Visitation for family and friends will be Thursday evening, January 17th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be John Garvin, Jr., Drake McCauley, Eric Schnell, Heath Schnell, Jake McCauley and Buddy Bean. Honorary pallbearers are Andrew Schnell and Brody McCauley.

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Robert Carl Bray
Jan 2, 1940 - Dec 2, 2023

Robert C. Bray

Robert Carl Bray, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home on December 2, 2023, at the age of 83.

Born on January 2, 1940, in Dallas, Texas, Robert was the son of the late Carl Bray and Margaret Golden. He grew up in Oak Cliff, Texas, where he attended Sunset High School. He then furthered his education by attending El Centro Junior College and then to North Texas University where he received his bachelor's degree. Robert proudly served in the Air Force, dedicating his time and efforts to the defense of his country.

Robert had a zest for life and pursued many hobbies and interests. He enjoyed riding his golf cart, camping in his travel trailer, and exploring National Parks across the country. However, his greatest joy came from spending quality time with his cherished grand kids. His love for them was immeasurable and brought him immense happiness.

On his journey called life, Robert found a lifelong partner in his beloved wife, Linda Gale Bray. Together, they created a beautiful life and lasting memories. His wife, Linda of Blooming Grove survives him, along with their children: daughter Patti Pitts and husband Jim Pitts of Blooming Grove, daughter Kimberly Laywell and husband Hank Laywell of Cameron, and son Robert Bray and wife Steely Bray of Blooming Grove. His legacy continues through his adored grandchildren: Whitney Brown, Brint Bray and fiance Maggie Dragoo, Devan Bray, Landry Laywell, Corben Bray, Elli Bray, and several nieces and nephews.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents father Carl Bray, mother Margaret Chapman, stepfather Morris Chapman, his brother Bill Bray, and his grandparents.

A visitation will be held at Corley Funeral Home on Thursday, December 7, from 11am to 1pm, allowing family and friends to pay their respects. Following the visitation, graveside services will take place at 2pm at Rosehill Cemetery in Blooming Grove with Bro. Grady Cashion and Bro. Bryan Connally officiating.

Robert Carl Bray will forever be remembered for his kindness, love, and unwavering dedication to his family. He has left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew him and will be deeply missed. May his soul rest in eternal peace.

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28

To share a memory or send a condolence gift, please visit the Official Obituary of Robert C. Bray hosted by Corley and Corley Porter Funeral Homes and Chapel.

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David Otho Tucker
Feb 6, 1923 - Mar 26, 2002

D.O. Tucker, 79, of Fort Smith died Tuesday, March 26, 2002, in Fort Smith. He was a veteran of World War II, serving the Army Air Force with 47 flying missions as a tail gunner over Italy, a retired employee of Swift Inc. and a member of Grand Avenue Baptist Church. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday in Edwards Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Smith with burial at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Fort Smith. He is survived by his wife, Jo; a daughter, Sandra Jo Chaddock of Fort Smith; a sister, Polly Griffin of Oakdale, Calif.; a brother, Ross Tucker of Houston; one grandchild, Melissa Chaddock; and three stepgranchildren, Dawn, Matt and David Chaddock. Pallbearers will be Don Saffel, L.V. Hayes, L.V. Jones, Doyle Odom, James Goddard and Joe Coward. Honorary pallbearers will be members of Otha Law Sunday school class of Grand Avenue Baptist Church.
The family will visit with friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

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Joe Thomas Carroll
Jul 9, 1928 - Jan 8, 2006

Joe Thomas Carroll, "Papa Joe," was born July 9, 1928, in Blooming Grove, Texas and passed away on January 8, 2006, in Dallas, Texas. He is the son of Thomas Edward Carroll (b.1895-d.1954) and Willie Lee (Womack) Carroll (Edwards) (b.1901 -d.1980) He was preceded in death by his son, Tommy Joe Carroll (b.1948-d.1993) step-daughter, Patricia Ann McAlpine (b1945-d.2002)and two brothers Gerald Dee Carroll (b.1925-d.1989) and James Henry Carroll (b.1924-d.2005). He is survived by his wife, Hazel Pearl (Murphy) Carroll; son and daughter-n-law, Jimmy Earl Carroll and Cola (Neiman) Carroll, daughters, Mary Kay (Carroll) Hodges and Rhonda Marie (Carroll) Wrye; grandchildren, Amber Renee McAlpine and Michael Aaron McAlpine. Major Chad Gabriel Carroll, Joe Thomas Carroll II, Mac Lee Carroll, and Blake Carroll. James "Rocky" Carter, Rusty Joe Carter and Carla Kay Carter. Stephanie Marie Wrye and Jesse Thomas Wrye. Four great grandchildren Lexi and Cole Carroll. Riley Joe Carter and Tanner Joe Stamper. Brother and sister-n-law, Franklin and Mildred Carroll and sister Peggy Marie (Carroll) Woods.

Pallbearers:
Major Chad Carroll
Joe Carroll
Mac Carroll
Blake Carroll
Rocky Carter
Rusty Carter
Jesse Wrye

Joe was a longtime member of New Heights Baptist Church (formerly Central Baptist Church) of Garland. For forty years, Joe worked for Johnson Control (Globe Union Battery Company) and retired from there. He continued and enjoyed doing woodworking and mowing lawns until he got sick and could not do it anymore. He was a member of the Friends of Wylie Opry in Wylie, Texas and for one year in the early seventies he was the president of the Garland Opry in Garland, Texas. He and his wife Hazel along with close friend, Ivene Arivett were known around Garland, Wylie and other towns close by as "The Garland Trio" during the 1970's and then he and Hazel were known as "The Country Chapeltones". Playing the guitar and singing was his favorite thing to do. He was a friendly, people person, he never met a stranger and everybody loved him.

God saw you getting tired
and a cure was not to be,
So He put His arms around you
and whispered, "Come with Me."
With tearful eyes we
watched you slowly fade away.
Although we loved you dearly,
we would not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
your hard-working hands put to rest,
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best.

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  • Restland Memorial Park, Dallas, Dallas County, Texas - Plot: Compassion
  • h/o Hazel Pearl (Murphy) Carroll; s/o Thoams Edward "Red" Carroll & Willie Lee (Edwards) Carroll
  • Listed in the 6th Grade Class of the 1941Blooming Grove Yearbook

Annie Marie (Hayes) Wilder
Dec 4, 1909 - Apr 19, 1973

Mrs. Wilder

Funeral services are pending at Corley Funeral Home for Mrs. S. B. Wilder of Bryan who died Thursday in Wharton. She was a native of Navarro County and had lived in Bryan for four years.

Survivors include her husband of Bryan; a daughter, Mrs. Gene Steinmeyer of Deer Park; two grandchildren; two brothers, Roy Hayes of Mexia and Aubrey Hayes of Corsicana; and a sister, Mrs. Grace Duncan of Dallas.

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Mrs. Wilder

Funeral services were at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. S. B. Wilder of Bryan who died Thursday in Wharton. Rev. David Hale officiated and burial was at Oakwood Cemetery.

Survivors include her husband, a daughter, two grandchildren, two brothers and a sister.

Pallbearers included Lew Grayson, J. T. Goulding, Jack Abbie, Douglas Singleton, Jerry Cagle and Jim Schultz.

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Sidney Bates Wilder
Jan 10, 1907 - Jan 6, 1977

Sidney Wilder

Services will be 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the Corley Funeral Chapel for former Navarro County resident Sidney B. Wilder, 70, of Bryan, who died Friday in Bryan.

Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

He had lived in Bryan for eight years. He was a retired tool pusher for Sun Oil Co.

Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Gene Steinmeyer of Deer Park, two grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. Mary Wilson of Fritch, and several nieces and nephews.

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James Earl "Jim" Williams
Oct 22, 1936 - Jul 4, 1973

J. E. Williams

Services were held Friday at 2 p.m. at a local funeral home for James Earl (Jim) Williams, 36, formerly of Corsicana, who died Wednesday in Houston. Burial followed in the Oakwood Cemetery.

Survivors include his widow, Cathy Williams of Temple; five sons, Johnny Jackson of Temple and Robert, Douglas, Jerry and Jay Pat Williams, all of Plano; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Pat Williams of Corsicana; four brothers, Bob and Don Williams of Corsicana, Billy Williams of Andrews and Kenneth Williams of Midland; and four sisters, Mrs. Laverne Stewart of San Antonio and Mrs. Christine Watkins, Mrs. Carolyn Nash and Mrs. Delores Ewing, all of Corsicana.

Pallbearers were Davis Combs, A. E. Grimes, Bill Baldwin, Hudine Sykes, Bob Wetzel, Harold Steen, Billy Blissette and Elton Skinner. Honorary pallbearers will be the employes of Central Freight Line.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Fri., Jul 6, 1973
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • 1st wife Beverly Joyce (Wadkins) Williams married Oct. 29, 1955 2nd wife Mary Katherine "Cathy" (Atnip) Jackson-Watkins married Jul 19, 1968 s/o Robert Lee "Pat" Williams & Bonnie Avis Caroline (Ellis) Williams (James Earl "Jim" Williams could also be James Early)

Howard William Regester, Sr.
Jan 30, 1896 - Jun 21, 1973

Register, Sr.

Funeral services were at 11 a.m. Saturday at Corley Funeral Chapel for Howard Register, Sr., 77, Corsicana public accountant, who died Thursday in Dallas. The Rev. Dennis Smart of Arlington, former pastor of St. John's Episcopal Church of which he was a member, officiated. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery.

Surviving are his widow of Corsicana; one son, Howard W. Register, Jr., of Corsicana; a daughter, Mrs. Jack W. Westbrook of Dallas; and two grandchildren.

Pallbearers were Tom Puckett, Roy Love, J. E. Davant, Louis Shwarts, Ed M. Polk, John R. Corley, W. W. Langham and Dudley George.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sun., Jun 24, 1973
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • h/o Katharine Douglass (Benners) Regester married Apr 14, 1920; s/o William George Regester & Alice Maude (Tew) register

Wade Coleman, Jr.
Apr 8, 1904 - Mar 25, 1973

Wade Coleman

Funeral services are set for 11 a.m. Thursday at the Warren Chapel Church in Dallas for Wade Coleman, of Dallas and former resident of Corsicana who died Sunday morning at a Dallas hospital.

Rev. O. J. Spurrlls will officiate, and burial will be at Birdston Valley Cemetery near Streetman. He was a member of Warren Chapel Church in Dallas.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Rosie Lee Coleman from Dallas; two sons, two sisters, Mrs. Ida Johnson of Corsicana, and Mrs. Retha Lee Mullins of Dallas; and a host of nieces and nephews.

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Edward Barree, Sr.
Aug 20, 1901 - Mar 7, 1973

E. Barree

Funeral services are set for 2 p.m. Monday at the Goodwill Baptist Church in Birdston Valley Community for Edward Barree, 72, native of Streetman, who died Wednesday at a Dallas hospital. Rev. L. L. Sheffield will officiate, and burial will be at Birdston Valley Community Cemetery. Calhoun Funeral Home in Corsicana will direct.

Survivors include two sons, William Barree of Lubbock, and W. Edward Barree, Jr. of Hubbard; two daughters, Mrs. Cristell Kynard of Lubbock and Mrs. Pauline Minor of Dallas; two brothers, Hubbard Carter of Streetman and Ira Barree of Streetman; five sisters, Mrs. Henrietta Jackson, Mrs. Annie Mae Evans, both of Dallas; Mrs. Lesie Evans of Fairfield, Mrs. Mattie Dancer of Streetman, and Mrs. Delia Jessie of Richland, Tex.; 18 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

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E. Barree

Funeral services were to be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Goodwill Baptist Church in Birdston Valley Community for Edward Barree, 73, native of Streetman who died Wednesday at a Dallas hospital.

Rev. L. L. Sheffield was to officiate, and burial was to be at Birdston Valley Community Cemetery.

Survivors include two sons, two daughters, two brothers, five sisters, 10 grandchildren, and eight great-great-grandchildren.

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Marvin Wayne Brown
Aug 23, 1967 - Mar 10, 1973

Marvin Brown

Funeral services are set for 2 p.m. Saturday at the Goodwill Baptist Church in Birdston Valley Community for Marvin Wayne Brown, 6 who fell into the water of a drainage ditch and drowned in the 2400 block of Bickers St., in Dallas.

He resided at 3730 Bickers ST. Born August 23, 1966 , in Dallas, he was a first grader at Amelia Earhart Elementary School.

Rev. L. L. Sheffield will officiate, and burial will be at Birdston Valley Community Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are with Calhoun Funeral Home in Corsicana.

Survivors all from Dallas include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Brown, Sr.; four brothers, Kenneth, Lawrence, Jr., Andrew and James; six sisters, Mrs. Irene Edwards, Miss Eula Hodge, Gwendolyn, Jacquline, Vickie, and Cynthia Brown; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Hodge, and paternal grandmother, Mrs. Ida Brown of Jefferson, Tex.; and other relatives.

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Marvin Brown

Funeral services are set for 2 p.m. Saturday at the Goodwill Baptist Church in Birdston Valley Community for Marvin Wayne Brown, 6, who drowned in Dallas. Rev. L. L. Sheffield will officiate, and burial will be at Birdston Valley Community Cemetery. Calhoun Funeral Home in Corsicana will direct.

Survivors include his parents, four brothers, six sisters, maternal grandparents, paternal grandparents and other relatives.

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Roberta (Williams) Houston
Nov. 1, 1897 - Feb. 20, 1973

Mrs. Houston

Funeral services are set for 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Goodwill Baptist Church in Birdston Valley Community for Mrs. Roberta Houston, 72, native of Streetman, who died Tuesday at Mel Haven Convalescent Home. Rev. R. L. Lewis, Pastor will officiate, and burial will be at Birdston Valley Cemetery. Calhoun Funeral Home in Corsicana will direct.

Survivors include two sons, O. C. Houston of Fort Worth, and Robert Houston of Las Vegas, Nevada; a daughter, Mrs. Rilla May Youmons of Havanna, Fla.; a sister, Mrs. Anna Bolden of Fort Worth; 11 grandchildren; a nephew, Charles Bolden; and a niece, Mrs. Luciel Kirvin of Corsicana.

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Mrs. Houston

Funeral services were at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Goodwill Baptist Church in Birdston Valley Community for Mrs. Roberta Houston, 72, native of Streetman, who died Tuesday at Mel Haven Convalescent Home. Rev. P. L. Lewis, pastor, officiated, and burial was at Birdston Valley Cemetery.

Survivors include two sons, a daughter, a sister, 11 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, a nephew, and a niece.

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Short Arch Clark, Sr.
Sep 7, 1904 - Apr 22, 1973

S. A. Clark

Funeral services are set for 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Lucas Funeral Home in Fort Worth for Short A. Clark, formerly of Streetman and resident of Fort Worth since 1925, who died Sunday at St. Joseph Hospital in Fort Worth.

Graveside services are set for 3:30 p.m. at the Birdston Cemetery in Streetman.

Survivors include his widow, two sons, three grandchildren, a brother, June M. Clark of Corsicana; and four sisters, Mrs. Ruth Steele and Mrs. Ealon Coleman both of Streetman, Mrs. Kate McConnico of Kingsville, and Mrs. Delia Cole of Fairfield.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Mon., Apr 23, 1973
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • (some sources say Arch Carlyle Clark-death certificate says Short Arch Clark); h/o Bessye Lois (McDaniel Clark; s/o James Short Clark and Annie Estelle "Essie" (McKissack) Clark

William George Johnson
Sep 1, 1893 - May 19, 1973

W. G. Johnson

W. G. Johnson, 79, of Rt. 1, Streetman, died Saturday morning in the Wortham Hospital.

Services are set for 5 p.m. Sunday at the Griffin Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Tom Roebuck, pastor of Streetman Baptist Church and Rev. Leonard Lee, officiating. Burial will be in Birdston Cemetery.

He was a member of First Baptist Church of Streetman. He was born in Freestone County and was a veteran of WWI.

Survivors include three sisters, Evelyn Johnson of Streetman, Corrie J. Clark of Streetman, and Ada Bennight of Purdon; one brother, Ralph Johnson of Winkler; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers include Willie D. Pillans, Jack Pillans, Billy McConnico, Grady Turner, Hally Rash, and Dillard Burleson.

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W. G. Johnson

STREETMAN - Funeral services were at 5 p.m. Sunday at a local funeral chapel for W. G. Johnson, 79, of Rt. 1, Streetman, who died Saturday morning in Wortham Hospital.

Rev. Tom Roebuck, Streetman Baptist Church pastor, and Rev. Leonard Lee officiated, and burial was in Birdston Cemetery.

Survivors include three sisters, a brother, and several nieces and nephews.

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Jerry Gene Burleson
Oct 19, 1970 - Jan 28, 1973

Burleson Family

MEXIA - Joint funeral rites for Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Burleson of Mexia and their three-year-old son, Jerry Gene Burleson, were to be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Blair-Stubbs Funeral Chapel here, with burial at Streetman.

The Burlesons were killed Sunday in an auto accident near Mexia which left their other son, Thomas, 14 months old, and Leslie Steen of Teague, driver of the other vehicle, in critical condition in the Teague General Hospital.

Born in Corsicana in 1945, Burleson was a construction worker who had resided in Mexia for several years. His wife was a native of Houston.

Surviving Burleson are his son, his mother, Mrs. Vera Burleson of Mexia; three sisters, Mrs. Barbara Kennedy, Miss Kathy Burleson and Miss Margie Burleson, and two brothers, Mack and Jeffry Burleson, all of Mexia.

Mrs. Burleson is survived by her son; her mother, Mrs. Sybil Hill of Waco; her father, Robert Vinson of Houston; a sister, Mrs. Sandra Smith of Waco four half-sisters, Misses Namie, Gail, Diane and Camille Hill, all of Waco; a half-brother, Jame3s Hill of Waco; and her step-father, R. A. Hill of Waco.

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Jerry Thomas Burleson
May 31, 1945 - Jan 28, 1973

Burleson Family

MEXIA - Joint funeral rites for Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Burleson of Mexia and their three-year-old son, Jerry Gene Burleson, were to be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Blair-Stubbs Funeral Chapel here, with burial at Streetman.

The Burlesons were killed Sunday in an auto accident near Mexia which left their other son, Thomas, 14 months old, and Leslie Steen of Teague, driver of the other vehicle, in critical condition in the Teague General Hospital.

Born in Corsicana in 1945, Burleson was a construction worker who had resided in Mexia for several years. His wife was a native of Houston.

Surviving Burleson are his son, his mother, Mrs. Vera Burleson of Mexia; three sisters, Mrs. Barbara Kennedy, Miss Kathy Burleson and Miss Margie Burleson, and two brothers, Mack and Jeffry Burleson, all of Mexia.

Mrs. Burleson is survived by her son; her mother, Mrs. Sybil Hill of Waco; her father, Robert Vinson of Houston; a sister, Mrs. Sandra Smith of Waco four half-sisters, Misses Namie, Gail, Diane and Camille Hill, all of Waco; a half-brother, Jame3s Hill of Waco; and her step-father, R. A. Hill of Waco.

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Dorothy Gene (Vinson) Burleson
Aug 12, 1954 - Jan 28, 1973

Burleson Family

MEXIA - Joint funeral rites for Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Burleson of Mexia and their three-year-old son, Jerry Gene Burleson, were to be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Blair-Stubbs Funeral Chapel here, with burial at Streetman.

The Burlesons were killed Sunday in an auto accident near Mexia which left their other son, Thomas, 14 months old, and Leslie Steen of Teague, driver of the other vehicle, in critical condition in the Teague General Hospital.

Born in Corsicana in 1945, Burleson was a construction worker who had resided in Mexia for several years. His wife was a native of Houston.

Surviving Burleson are his son, his mother, Mrs. Vera Burleson of Mexia; three sisters, Mrs. Barbara Kennedy, Miss Kathy Burleson and Miss Margie Burleson, and two brothers, Mack and Jeffry Burleson, all of Mexia.

Mrs. Burleson is survived by her son; her mother, Mrs. Sybil Hill of Waco; her father, Robert Vinson of Houston; a sister, Mrs. Sandra Smith of Waco four half-sisters, Misses Namie, Gail, Diane and Camille Hill, all of Waco; a half-brother, Jame3s Hill of Waco; and her step-father, R. A. Hill of Waco.

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Cora Katherine (Dool) Allen
Feb 7, 1889 - Dec 14, 1982

Fort Bend Mirror, December 22, 1982:

Funeral services for Cora Katherine Allen, 93, of Sugar Land, were held Thursday, Dec. 16, at Birdston Cemetery in Streetman. Mrs. Allen died Tuesday, Dec. 14, in a Houston hospital.

Survivors include two daughters, Roberta Barnett of Memphis, Texas and Bonita Pursley of Sugar Land; three sons, Alvin N. Mitchell of Sugar Land, George C. Allen of Humble, and Gerwood H. Allen of Grapeland; 13 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Garmany and Carden Funeral Directors of Rosenberg.

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Jon Edward Allmon
Jun 25, 1942 - Sep 29, 2020

Jon Edward Allmon, 78, a resident of Dothan, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 surrounded by his loving family after a long struggle with Parkinson's disease. He was born on June 25, 1942 in Dallas, Texas to the late Leonard Allmon and June (Sloan) Allmon.

Upon graduating high school in 1960, he served his country in the United States Navy and became a Hurricane Hunter. After flying through the eye of hurricanes, he began his 50 year career as an Air Traffic Controller. His passion for aviation led him to get his private pilot's license. He enjoyed music, watching the sunset on the beach, and dancing with his wife. He was a Chicago Cubs fan.

Jon will be fondly remembered by family and friends as a loving husband and father with a calm and quiet disposition and a penchant for putting everyone else first. He was a man of integrity and had a good sense of humor.

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Shirline (Johnson) Garland
Jan 25, 1955 - Feb 25, 2015

Argie Shirline Garland, age 60, entered into eternal peace on Wednesday, February 25, 2015.

She was born in Mexia, Texas on January 25, 1955 daughter of Hattie Mae Judy Johnson and Argie AJ Johnson.

Shirline was a what you see is what you get kind of person. She never sugar coated much; so if she called you a friend you were truly a friend.
She was very talented. She played the piano, organ and accordion beautifully. She loved working crossword puzzles and drinking Dr. Pepper. When the electronic age came into play Facebook was her favorite place to go because she loved all the games it had to offer, 42 Dominoes being one of her favorites. You had to be good to beat her. Shirline was a very intelligent person, reading from a Sixth grade geography book when she was only four years old. She even helped her older sister with homework! She loved her family; she was generous and would give of herself, time and money even when she had very little herself.

She was a typical big sister also. She took great pleasure in aggravating her little sister over the years, telling her that she had a crooked face and that she was adopted . She still needed her Mama, calling her for advice or when she was sick and from time to time just to pray with her. Shirline loved the Lord. She adored her children and grandchildren; she cared for them and did for them unconditionally. Her grandchildren called her Nana and loved being with her.

Along with her sister, Gail, she was an unfinished life - Gone too Soon - and we will miss her terribly. She was preceded in death by her father. She is survived by her husband, Sidney Garland of Corsicana; daughters, Ondrea Northern and husband Lance of Wortham and Tonya Doyle of Corsicana; son, Kinon Prewitt of Corsicana; mother, Hattie Mae Judy Johnson of Corsicana; sisters, Frances Richardson of Goldthwaite and Kim Vasquez of Corsicana; her stepchildren, Tracy Garland of Hillsboro, Stacy Miller and husband Clifton of Blooming Grove, and Chris Garland of Corsicana; her grandchildren, Warren, Kelsie, Jarod, Brandon, Tatum, Cadence, Jonathon, Jacob, Joshua Joseph, Taylor Kylie, Destiny, Erin and Amber; five great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and a close friend, Cathy Mighton of Corsicana.

Visitation with the family will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, February 27, 2015 at Corley Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Gary W. Johnson and the Rev. Anthony Pennington officiating. Interment will follow in the Oakwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to any Suicide Prevention Organization of your choice.

Notes:

  • Corley Funeral Home
  • Ssubmitted by Diane Richards
  • 1st husband Logan Thyruss Cobb 2nd husband Kenneth Alvin Prewitt 3rd husband Hugh Sidney Garland; d/o Argie James Johnson & Hattie Mae Judy (Pennington) Johnson

Bertha Evelyn "Bobbie" (Meador) Ruston
Jul. 2, 1917 - Apr. 28, 1975

Mrs. Ruston

Services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Heights Funeral Home in Houston for Mrs. Bobbie Evelyn Ruston, resident of Houston, who died Tuesday in Houston.

Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. at Oakwood Cemetery. Local arrangements are with Corley Funeral Home. Rev. Kenneth Haley will officiate.

Survivors include her husband, John Ruston of Houston and her mother Mrs. Blanche Meador of Oregon.

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Charles Houston Bunch
Mar 31, 1916 - Jul 7, 1974

C. H. Bunch

ENNIS - Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the West Side Church of Christ in Corsicana for Charles Houston Bunch, 58, Dickinson, who died Sunday at his home. A native of Corsicana, he had lived in Fort Worth before moving to Dickinson in 1971. Claude Parish, Church of Christ minister, will officiate. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery under the direction of Bunch Funeral Home in Ennis.

He was a building contractor, a veteran of World War II and a member of the Church of Christ.

Surviving are one son, Michael Bunch of Oxnard, Calif.; one daughter, Mrs. Bobby Allen, Colorado Springs, Colo.; three grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. John Steger of Chicago; and four brothers, Lloyd Bunch of Gatesville, Clyde Bunch of Whitney and C. L. Bunch of Glendale, Calif.

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Deborah "Debbie" (Helms) Coffey
Aug 6, 1953 - Jul 6, 1974

Mrs. Coffey

Graveside services for the immediate family were held Sunday at 3 p.m. at Oakwood Cemetery for Mrs. Deborah Helms Coffey, 20, who died Saturday in Dallas after a long illness. The Rev. Kenneth Haley officiated and services were under the direction of Corley Funeral Home.

She was graduated from Corsicana High School and attended East Texas State University, where was a member of Alpha Delta Phi sorority.

She is survived by her husband, Michael C. Coffey of Mesquite; her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Harvey T. Helms of Corsicana; one brother, Harvey Helms, Jr.; two sisters, Daphne Helms and Deah Helms; and grandparents Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Edens, Jr. of Corsicana and Mr. and Mrs. Herman H, Helms of Port Aransas.

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Herbert Gorman, Sr.
Feb 14, 1886 - Mar 3, 1974

H. Gorman

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Griffin Funeral Home Chapel for Herbert Gorman, 88 former Corsicana resident and grocery owner, who died Sunday at Kaufman Hospital following a lengthy illness. He was a resident of Route 2, Mabank. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Romie B. Gorman of Mabank; two sons, J. H. Gorman of Austin and Herbert Gorman, Jr. of Atlanta, Ga.; two daughters, Mrs. Lometa May of Mabank and Mrs. Billie Neatherlin of Houston; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, two sisters, Effie Gorman of Dallas and Ruby Tankersley of Albany, Tex.; and a number of nieces and nephews.

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Bessie Bell (Hellner) Spicer-Huggins
Oct 2, 1906 - Mar 1, 1974

Mrs. Huggins

Funeral services will be at 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. Bessie Huggins, 67, of Kemp, who died Friday in Dallas. Rev. J. T. Davis will officiate, and burial will be at Hamilton Cemetery.

She was a native of Whitewright, Tex., and member of the Baptist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Robert O. Huggins of Kemp; two sons, Vernon Spicer and Gene Spicer, both of Corsicana; a daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Waller of Seven Points; 12 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; and three brothers, E. P. Hellner, Jr. of Dallas and R. J. Hellner and E. M. Hellner, both of Corsicana.

Pallbearers include Jerry Reeder, H. G. Henson, J. R. Easley, Garland Woods, Don Reed and Robert Nelson.

Notes:

  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sun., Mar. 3, 1974
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • 1st husband Henry Leamon Spicer married Sep 6, 1924 2nd husband Robert Odie Huggins; d/o Eddie Paul Hellner, Sr. & Lula Guzzelle (Fenimore) McGowan-Hellner

Kurtis Lee "Kurt" Meyer
Dec 18, 2024 - Jun 7, 2024

Kurtis Lee Meyer, 61 of Kerens, TX, passed away at home on Friday, June 7th.

Kurt was born to Carvel & Joan (Gerry) Meyer in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The family moved to Lewisville, TX where Kurt grew up and attended Lewisville High School. Kurt was instrumental in the opening and serving as the Manager at Wilhoite's, a landmark establishment in downtown Grapevine, TX for over 20 years. After leaving Wilhoite's he became a plumber for many years before he moved out to the country to Kerens in 2012. Kurt assimilated to the country life with ease by working at the local feed store where he enjoyed helping and getting to know the local townspeople. He loved spending time with his family, the outdoors, raising his goats, dogs, fishing, hunting, camping, he was a grill master with a generous spirit that could make people laugh.

Kurt is survived by his wife of 20 years, Shelly Meyer of Kerens, TX, children: Kurt Meyer II of Colleyville, TX wife Kelly, son Trey, Dwight Meyer of Hurst, TX wife Monica, daughter Macy, sisters: Judith Heil of Stoughton, Wisconsin, Kimberly Gibson of Paragould, Arkansas, brother: Larry Meyer of Paragould, Arkansas and many other nieces, nephews, friends and loved ones.

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John Edmond McClung III
Dec 13, 1943 - Jul 4, 2024

John Edmond McClung lll, born on December 13, 1943, in Ft. Worth, Texas, and adopted by the late Gerald O. and Elizabeth Park McClung, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2024, in Corsicana, Texas.
John was raised on a farm in Retreat, Texas, his father an engineer and his mother a teacher. In school, he was known as a jokester and prankster. John was involved in The Boy Scouts, 4H, and school activities. He graduated from Corsicana High School in 1962. He went on to attend Texas A&M University, where he was a proud member of the Aggie band, playing the trumpet. He loved Aggie sports, especially football. As an adult, he played soccer and was a coach and a referee.
A man of many talents, John was an accomplished songwriter, grillmaster, storyteller, and salesman. His professional career was diverse and impactful. He joined Revere Copper and Brass in 1969 as a copper tube salesman in Tulsa, OK. In 1974 he began with Vestal Laboratories, selling industrial cleaning supplies to Northeast Oklahoma, where he honed his sales skills. John's career flourished at Hasty Bake, when he joined in 1993 as the National Sales Manager. He traveled around the country and not only sold grills to several notable celebrities, but also appeared on the Today Show, QVC, and hosted multiple charity events. He retired from Hasty Bake in 2014.
John had a connection to so many people and gave so much time and effort to helping others. He was a part of countless organizations and touched many lives. He was a devoted member of St. John's Episcopal Church in Tulsa, serving as Junior Warden and leading a project to build a columbarium. Returning to Corsicana in 2003, he dedicated his efforts to his church and his hometown, volunteering with Habit for Humanity, and serving on city council from 2011 to 2019.
John is survived by his loving family: his son, Chris McClung, his daughter, Carin Palmer, and her husband, Jason; and his three cherished grandchildren, Jake McClung Palmer, Jordan Palmer, and Andrew Palmer.
Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at St. John's Episcopal Church in Corsicana.
John will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. His legacy of kindness, humor, hard work and dedication will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

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Elton Christie
Oct 2, 1938 - Jul 13, 2024

Elton Christie, beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2024, at home with his family by his side.
Elton was born on October 2, 1938 in Retreat, Texas. He graduated from Corsicana High School in 1957. In 1961 he married the one true love of his life, Barbara Jean Penney. They were blessed with 63 years of marriage and raised two sons, Grady and Darin. Elton had a wonderful ability to tell stories and jokes one after another. He could keep you entertained and laughing for hours.
Elton was a hard worker his entire life and faced adversity head on. He retired from AT&T after 30 years of dedicated service. During his spare time, Elton enjoyed hunting, fishing and just about every kind of outdoor activity. His absence leaves a void that can never be filled and will always be missed.
He was preceded in death by his father, Grady Christie; mother, Flora Donaho; and son, Darin Christie. He is survived by wife, Barbara Christie; son, Grady Christie; daughter-in-law, Karen Christie; and a long list of family and friends. The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to the staff of Ascension Providence Hospital, Caring Senior Service, and to caregiver Cynthia Welch for their exemplary care and support.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at OakCrest Funeral Home, 4520 Bosque Boulevard Waco, TX 76710, on Saturday July 20, 2024 from 1-5 pm.

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Carolyn Sue (Roberts) Brown
Oct 4, 1943 - Jun 21, 2024

Carolyn Sue Brown, 80, of Rice, Texas, was born on October 4, 1943, in Gatesville, Texas, to Everett and Evelyn Marie (Sheridan) Roberts. She passed away on June 21, 2024, in Corsicana, Texas.
Sue was a devoted member of the Chatfield United Methodist Church and cherished her time gardening, working on her flower beds, and reading. She found great joy in spending time at her lake house on Richland Chambers and treasured the moments spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Sue dedicated 21 years to Collin Street Bakery, where she worked as a cake decorator and later as a manager. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Royce Eugene Brown, whom she married in 1960 in Neosho, Missouri.
She is survived by her son, Kevin Brown and spouse Dana; daughter, Shelly Henderson; son, Keith Brown and spouse Stacy; grandchildren, Caleb Brown and spouse Kayla, Tyler Brown and spouse Bethany, Adam Zientek, Trae Henderson, Morgan Henderson and spouse Elizabeth, Zane Brown, and Ryan Jones; great-grandchildren, Jeremiah, Joshua, Jacob, Nora, Naomi, John Mark, Kase, Kreece, and Lori Jo; aunt and uncle, Nita and Cleddy Baize; cousins, Bill Weber and Sharon Clark; and many other family members, church friends, and coworkers at Collin Street Bakery.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday at Corley Funeral Home. Graveside services will be at 11:30 AM on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at DFW National Cemetery in Grand Prairie, Texas.
Sue's warm heart and loving spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Corley Funeral Home

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Ronald Earl McKnight
Jul 7, 1953 - Jun 19, 2024

Ronald Earl McKnight, 70, of Corsicana, passed away on June 19, 2024, in Corsicana. He was born on July 7, 1953, in Abilene, Texas, to the late Edward Earl and Layola Faye (Hansen) McKnight. Leola Fay (Hanson) McKnight.
Ronald had a passion for fishing, hunting, and crafting in his shop. He cherished spending time with his family and engaging in spirited debates. Ronald dedicated his time to serving as fire chief in Emhouse and worked for many years at Corsicana Air.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Jesse Madlock.
Ronald is survived by his loving wife, Linda McKnight; his daughter, Amy Raabe; his son, Justin McKnight and spouse Justin Pink; his daughter, Melissa Hernandez and spouse Kolten; his grandchildren, Kayleigh Berlin, Brianna Templet, Nathan Templet, and Wyatt Hernandez; his great-grandson, Chase Wout; his sisters, Donna Paul, Nancy Praytor, Gracie Trent, and Janet Cook; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
The family will hold a celebration of Ronald's life at a later date.
Corley Funeral Home

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Charles Arthur Posey
Oct 19, 1941 - Jul 19, 2024

Charles Arthur Posey, 82, of Dallas, passed away on July 19, 2024, in Corsicana. Born on October 19, 1941, in Barry, Texas, to Roy A. and Macle (Williams) Posey, Charles lived a life filled with love and passion for the arts.

He attended Barry schools before moving to Emhouse, where he graduated in 1959. Charles had a deep appreciation for theater and movies, often attending plays. He dedicated many years of his professional life to Classic Caps and Embroidery in Dallas, retiring in 2012.

A devout member of both Grace Methodist Church in Dallas and Emhouse United Methodist Church, Charles was known for his kindness and dedication to his faith. He leaves behind his close friend, Charles Barnes, along with numerous cousins and friends who will remember him fondly.

A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at Corley Funeral Home. Graveside services will take place at 10:00 AM on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at the Dresden Cemetery. Charles will be dearly missed by all who knew him.


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Freda Mae (Houston) Hampton
Dec 18, 1933 - Jun 24, 2024

Freda Mae Houston Hampton, age 90, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, went to be with her heavenly father on June 24, 2024 in Mesquite, Dallas County, Texas. She was born December 18, 1933 in Martins Mill, Van Zandt County, Texas to Ira Leslie Houston and Robbie Edna Lackey. She graduated from Forest Avenue High School, class of 1952, in Dallas, TX. She married Carl Dean Hampton on the June 4, 1955 in Balch Springs, TX. She was a life long member of the Church by Christ Jesus.

Freda was a stereotypical 1950's-60's housewife, who kept a clean house and a neat yard. Her interests were watching birds and butterflies, growing pansies, collecting rocks for her garden, camping in Colorado, and quilting with the Mesquite Quilt Guild. Nearly everyone in her immediately family has a quilt that was hand quilted by her. She learned to sing in the choir in school and even attended Stamps Singing School in the 1940's. She used her vocal skills to sing Soprano in church. She was very close to her church family and rarely missed a chance to gather with them. She was gifted at making pies and often had 2 to 3 choices for everyone at Thanksgiving.

Freda was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Carl Dean Hampton, her parents, Ira and Robbie Houston, brothers Winfred and Billy Waid Houston, sister Clydean Houston Manes, and son, Gary Dean Hampton.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Sharron and John Gibson, son David Hampton, granddaughter and her husband, Penny and John Lanham, and youngest granddaughter Sandy Gibson and Jeffrey Thompson.

We wish to thank the staff of Cambridge Court and Hospice Plus for their loving care in the late years of her life.

Corley Funeral Home
 

Notes:

  • Submitted by Karen Rost
  • w/o Carl Dean Hampton; d/o Ira Leslie Houston & Robbie Edna (Lackey) Hampton

Alva Joy "A.J." Poe
Oct 16, 1981 - Jun 9, 2024

Alva Joy "A.J." Poe went to her Heavenly home on Sunday, June 9, 2024.

A.J. was born on October 16, 1981 to Loyal Jr. and Florence Poe in Bridgeport, Texas.

She loved going on walks with her mother to the park where she would swing on the swings and spin on the merry-go-round for hours. A.J. also loved music and singing.

A.J. was preceded in death by her father, Loyal Edwin Poe, Jr.

She is survived by her loving Mother, Florence Poe; sister, Angela Christine Myers and husband, Curt; and niece, Anora Myers

Visitation will be Thursday, June 13, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Corley Funeral Home in The Magnolia Chapel. Graveside service will be Friday, June 14, 2024, at 10:00 am at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery.

Corley Funeral Home

Notes:

  • Submitted by Karen Rost
  • d/o Loyal Edwin Poe, Jr. & Florence Mae (Freeman) Poe

Betty Jean (DeChaume) Grace-Rousey
May 21, 1940 - May 12, 2024

Betty Jean (Grace) Rousey, 83, of Corsicana, Texas, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Betty was born on May 21, 1940, in Corsicana to Eugene and Nora Mae DeChaume in Corsicana, Texas.

Betty was known for her cooking, fundraising, and helping many people in need. Betty worked for Guardian Glass and retired after 30 plus years of service.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Tuffy Grace, as well as her second husband, Gene Rousey; son, Danny Grace; brothers, Billy Ray and Hooter DeChaume; and her parents.

Betty is survived by her sons, Gene Grace, Jackie Grace and Nancy Anderson, Donny Grace and wife, Debbie, and Kenny Grace and wife, Mona all of Corsicana, Texas; 12 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; her cat, Garfield; her grand dog, Bo Bo; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Special thanks to Kenny and Mona Grace, Nancy Anderson, Tammy Watson, and Angie Grace for all their help with her health care. The family would also like to thank New Century Hospice for the love, care and compassion that was shown to Betty during this difficult time as well as the Medical Staff at U.T. of Athens.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 in The Magnolia Chapel at Corley Funeral Home from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 in The Magnolia Chapel at Corley Funeral Home at 2:00 pm and interment will follow immediately at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery in Retreat, Texas. Tony Stephens and Lloyd Ross will be officiating the service.

Serving as pallbearers are Tom Eaton, Robert Newland, Rob Colbert, Dino Bland, Jason Wyatt, and Paul Flanagan.

Corley Funeral Home

Notes:

  • Submitted by Karen Rost
  • w/o Buel Vester "Tuffy" Grace & Marion Gene Rousey;d/o Eugene DeChaume & Nora Mae DeChaume

Joyce Doylene (Ragan) Nevill
Oct. 26, 1933 - May 9, 2024
 

Joyce Doylene Nevill, 90, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 9, 2024, in Corsicana, Texas.

Doylene was born on October 26, 1933, to Willie Doyle and Mamie Ragan in Chatfield, Texas. She attended school in the Chatfield area. On July 21, 1951, she married Lee Edwin Nevill. They loved each other and built a good life � a life centered on Christ, family, and friends. Their union lasted until Ed's death in 2019.

During her earthly time, she was employed at the Glove Factory, Adams Hat Factory, and Haggar Slacks.

Doylene was a longtime member of the Church of Christ. She was a congregational member of West Tenth Avenue Church of Christ in Corsicana, the Trinidad Church of Christ, and the North Beaton Church of Christ. She was a very giving and faithful woman. She and Ed would often invite visiting preachers over to their home after Sunday service and enjoy conversation and fellowship with a good meal. Doylene sat by the bedside of church members when they fell ill. She was not just a hearer of the Word. She was a doer.

Doylene took pride in her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. From taking camping trips with her young kids, entertaining a house full of grandchildren on their weekend visits to Granny and Papa's, celebrating the holidays and birthdays, or taking family vacations, Doylene always showed her love and devotion to family.
If needed, she was only a phone call away.

Doylene enjoyed when company came over to the house. There was no formal invitation needed. Looking out the window to see who was pulling up in the driveway was part of her and Ed's daily life. If people stopped by and a visitor was already there, that was okay - the more the merrier.
Fellowshipping with others was important to Doylene. She was always prepared to offer a cup of coffee and a sweet treat anytime company arrived.

Doylene loved to cook, crochet, garden, and quilt. In fact, each of her grandchildren were gifted a quilt upon high school graduation. Doylene enjoyed sitting around her kitchen table, talking and playing card games with ladies from church and her grandchildren. She enjoyed the outdoors.
When younger, she and Ed took their family camping. Later on in life, they spent a lot of time traveling the country in an RV, making stops at different places to fish and enjoy nature.

The Lord has called His good and faithful servant Home. Even though Doylene's family and friends will truly miss her, they are grateful to the Lord and His promise that they will get to see her again one day soon.

Psalms 23:6

Surely your goodness and love will follow me

all the days of my life,

and I will dwell in the house of the Lord

forever.

She was preceded in death by parents, Willie Doyle and Mamie Ragan; loving husband, Lee Edwin Nevill; son-in-law, Larry Wayne Heathcote; grandson, Matthew Edward Thomas; grandson-in-law, Shawn Paul Skaggs; and brother, Donald Keefer Ragan.

Doylene is survived by her children, Beverly Kay Heathcote, Sharon Thomas and husband, Daniel E., Pamela Diane Thomas and husband, Daniel G., Judy Elaine Smith and husband, Curtis D., and Steven Wayne Nevill and wife, Pamela; grandchildren, Barry Lynn Heathcote, Christina Michelle Skaggs, Emily Rebecca Thomas, Stephanie Renee Helms and husband, Thomas Wayne, Melanie Elizabeth Johnston and husband, James, Randal Eric Singleton and wife, Kasey, Rowdy Carpenter and wife, Amanda, and Ashley Thomas (wid. Matthew Thomas); great-grandchildren, Laura Briceno, Haydin Thomas, Holdin Thomas, Bailey Watson, Collin Watson, Will Thedford, Peytan Johnston, Connor Johnston, Katelyn Helms, Paislee Rashael Singleton, Corbin Randal Singleton, and Rowdy Lee Carpenter; sister, Billie Jo Giles Fluker; sister-in-law, Billie Lois Nevill; brother-in-law, Al "Buck" Bentley; her two precious fur babies, Sally and Blondie; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Visitation with the family will be held Thursday, May 16, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Corley Funeral Home. The funeral service is Friday, May 17, 2024, at 10:00 am in The Magnolia Chapel at Corley Funeral Home with Brother Solon Bailey Jr. officiating. Interment to follow funeral service at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Barry Heathcote, Eric Singleton, Thomas Helms, James Johnston, Collin Watson, and Rowdy Carpenter.

Honorary Pallbearers are Haydin Thomas, Holdin Thomas, Connor Johnston, Corbin Singleton, and Will Thedford.

The Nevill family would like to express their gratitude for the nurses and staff at Twilight Home and Traditions Health for the care and compassion they showed to Doylene.

Corley Funeral Home

Notes:

  • Submitted by Karen Rost
  • w/o Lee Edwin Nevill; d/o Willie Doyle Ragan & Mamie (Smith) Ragan

Wallace Thurman Cobb
June 4, 1926 - July 6, 2023

Wallace T. Cobb, 97, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, July 6, 2023.

Visitation will be held on Friday, July 7, 2023, at Corley Funeral Home from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Graveside service will be on Saturday, July 8, 2023, at 10:00 am at Younger Cemetery in Silver City, Texas.

Wallace was born on June 4, 1926, to Joe Bailey and Jewel Follis Cobb in Corsicana, Texas. Wallace grew up in Corsicana and graduated from Corsicana High School Class of 1943. After graduating high school, Wallace joined the military and served his country. After he was honorably discharged, Wallace began working in the Heating and Air Conditioning department at The University of Texas at Dallas. He worked there until his retirement.

Wallace met the love of his life, Betty L. Napier, at Fair Park in Dallas in 1945. On October 4, 1946, Wallace and Betty married and started their new life. From this union, they had two children, Joe David (J.D.) Cobb and Carolyn Cobb Martin.

Wallace was an easy-going man who enjoyed life. He loved his family, old cars, big band music, old country music and western swing music. His passion was collecting antique clocks and restoring them to their greatness and beauty. He also loved to travel the world and has been to Hawaii, Sweden, Denmark and the Bahamas.

Wallace was a Mason and a member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC).

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Wallace T. Cobb

We are sad to announce that on July 6, 2023 we had to say goodbye to Wallace T. Cobb (Corsicana, Texas). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joe Bailey and Jewel Follis Cobb. He is survived by: his wife Betty L. Cobb; his children, Carolyn Cobb Martin and Joe David Cobb (Lisa); his granddaughter Kristen Hale; his great grandchildren, Sydney and Skyler Lohkamp; and his close friend Minnie Pearl.

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  • Purdon, Navarro County, Texas
  • h/o Betty L. (Napier) Cobb; s/o Joe Bailey Cobb & Jewell Edna (Follis) Cobb

Johnny Lee Woods
Jan 24, 1959 - June 26, 2024
 

Johnny Lee Woods was born January 24, 1959 in Vernon, AL and passed away June 26, 2024 in Dallas, TX.

Johnny loved to hunt and fish.

He was preceded in death by his father, James Woods and his sister, Leann Osborn.

Johnny is survived by his daughter, Mistiann Woods; his son, Hayden Woods and wife Brittany; his mother, Odean Woods; his sister, Judy Kiggins and husband Dennis; multiple grandchildren and nieces.

A memorial will be held at a later date.

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Charlie Williams
Sep 15, 1884 - Aug 2, 1976

Charlie Williams

Wake services will be at 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Charlie Williams, 82, resident of 807 N. Eighth St., who died Monday at Mel-Haven Convalescent Home.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel.

Elder Bobby Williams will officiate, and burial will be at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Pearl Williams of Corsicana; five sisters, Mrs. Ura Richardson, Mrs. Ivory Walker, Mrs. Lillie Stewart, Mrs. Ola Mae Harper, and Mrs. Odell Hurd; and other relatives.

Pallbearers will be Willie Jones Jr.. James Jackson, Curtis Ashley, and Charles Bradley.

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Netter (McGinnis) Wright
Dec 8, 1904 - Dec 10, 1976

Mrs. Wright

Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Griffin Chapel Church of God in Christ for Mrs. Netter Wright, a resident of Corsicana for 43 years, who died Friday at her home. Elder C. M. Bennett will officiate, and burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Scott Funeral Home.

Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Mae Jessie Williams of Fresno, Calif. and Mrs. Eliza Miller of Corsicana; four sons, Lessie Miller and Willie B. Lee both of Corsicana, Willie C. Lee and William J. Lee both of Dallas; four sisters, Mrs. Annie Mae Anderson of Fort Worth, Mrs. Mayetta French of Dallas, Mrs. Roxie Wooten of Tyler and Mrs. Willie Mae Williams of Dallas; three brothers, William McGinnis and Carl McGinnis both of Gladewater and Hardy McGinnis of Dallas; 21 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren, 14 great-great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Pallbearers are David Lee Wilkins, Paul Moore, J. B. Sanders, Robert Jones, R. L. Griffin and Clarence Waters.

Honorary pallbearers are the Rev. Horace Henderson, the Rev. James Lee, the Rev. John Brooks, and the Rev. Richard Henderson.

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L. B. Sutton, Sr.
Jul 12, 1913 - Dec 13, 1976

L. B. Sutton

Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday at the Calhoun Funeral Home Chapel in Corsicana for L. B. Sutton, 63, former resident of Corsicana, who died at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Dallas Monday.

The Rev. T. A. Turner, Love Chapel Baptist Church pastor, will officiate, with burial following at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Jessie Sutton of Dallas; four sons, John Earl Sutton and L. B. Sutton both of Oakland, Calif., Wayne Sutton of Waxahachie and Jessie Sutton of Dallas; two daughters, Mrs. Margaret Johnson and Mrs. Ethel May Walton both of Dallas; three grandchildren, mother, Mrs. Zelphia Sutton of Corsicana: six brothers, Marshall Sutton of Corsicana, Eliga Sutton of Waco, Paul Sutton of Dallas, Willie Gene Sutton of Amarillo, the Rev. Willie E. Sutton of Baltimore, Md., and Harold Sutton of San Antonio; and several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be brothers.

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Delrisco Johnson
May 8, 1906 - Feb 12, 1976

D. Johnson

Services are pending at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel for Delrisco Johnson, 68, resident of Houston, who died in Houston Thursday.

Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Mary Clayborn and Mrs. Christine Taylor, both of Houston; a son, several grandchildren, three sisters, Mrs. Genell Woodruff of Corsicana, Mrs. Florine Lynch of Austin, and Mrs. Glodine Smith of Los Angeles, Calif.; four brothers, Claude Johnson of Thedallas, Ore., Walter Day of Fort Worth, George Day of Corsicana and Dernie Day Sr. of Dallas; two aunts, Mrs. Marguerite Anderson of Corsicana and Mrs. Ima Love of San Diego, Calif. and other relatives.

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D. Johnson

Wake services will be at 8 p.m. tonight at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel for Delrisco Johnson, 68, resident of Houston, who died in Houston Thursday.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Bethel A.M.E. Church with the Rev. William Vaughn officiating. Burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include two daughters, a son, three sisters, four brothers, 15 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and other relatives.

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Craig Allen Moore
Sep 28, 1975 - Feb 13, 1976

Craig Moore

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Renfro Chapel Church of God in Christ for Craig Moore, four month old son of Shirley Moore.

He died this morning at Dallas Children's Medical Center. Bishop T. D. Daniels will officiate and burial will be at Woodland Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Ross and Johnson Mortuary in Corsicana.

Survivors include his mother and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Tilmon Moore of Corsicana and other relatives.

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Sylvia (Scurry) Johnson
Jun 5, 1900 - Mar 8, 1976

Mrs. Johnson

Services were held at 1 p.m. today at the First Independent Baptist Church here for Mrs. Sylvia Johnson of Chicago, Ill., who died Friday in Chicago.

She was a native of Corsicana and a Chicago resident 29 years.

The Rev. Campbell, Shile Baptist Church pastor of Bryan officiated, and burial was at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include her husband, Lee Johnson of Chicago and a brother, Claude Scurry of Bryan and other relatives.

Arrangements were with Ross and Johnson Mortuary here.

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Vernie Quincy Day, Sr.
Mar 17, 1921 - Sep 16, 1976

V. Q. Day

Services were held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Scott Funeral Home Chapel for Vernie Quincy Day, 55, native of Corsicana, who died Thursday at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Dallas.

The Rev. E. C. Reynolds officiated and burial was at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Alma Day; two daughters, Mrs. Earnestine Nichols and Mrs. Vera Parham; three sons, Vernie Quincy Day, Jr., Anthony Day and Robert Day; three sisters, Mrs. Genell Woodruff, Mrs. Glodine Smith, and Mrs. Florine Lynch; three brothers, Walter Day, George Day, and Claude Johnson, seven grandchildren, five nieces and three nephews.

Pallbearers were Charles Nelson, George Marshall Jr., Anthony Day, Robert Beans, Allison Smart Jr. and Willie A. Jones. Honorary pallbearers were Henry Crawford, James Edward Graves, Leonard Wigfall and Maurice Mosley.

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Cassie (Miller) Carroll
Oct 2, 1903 - Jun 25, 1976

Cassie Carroll

Services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Grace Temple A.M.E. Church for Cassie Carroll who died Friday at Mel-Haven Convalescent Nursing Home.

Rev. O. S. Spears will officiate with burial in Woodland Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Calhoun Funeral Home.

Survivors include one step-son, Johnny Lee Carroll of Streetman; one step-daughter, Mrs. Maggie Roberson of Phoenix, Ariz.; one brother, Billy B. Miller of Corsicana; one sister, Mrs. Carrie McHamett; and other relatives and friends.

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Laura Mae (Nelson) Hall-Moore
Dec 25, 1893 - Mar 16, 1976

Mrs. Moore

Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Scott Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. Laura Ann Moore, 87, resident of 1406 E. Fifth Ave., who died Tuesday.

Bishop C. H. Hunter will officiate, and burial will be at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Georgia Mae Nealy of Corsicana; a foster daughter, Mrs. Linda White; a foster son, Harry McCarter, Jr.; a nephew, James Earl Polk of Corsicana; 10 foster grandchildren, and eight foster great-grandchildren.

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Fred Meadows
Nov 28, 1890 - Jul 31, 1976

Fred Meadows

Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Calhoun Funeral Home Chapel for Fred Meadows, 90, resident of 700 E. 15th Ave., who was pronounced dead on arrival to Memorial Hospital Saturday morning.

The Rec. A. L. Patrick M. Olive Baptist Church pastor will officiate with burial following at Woodland Cemetery.

His wife Mrs. Jimmie Meadows, preceded him in death March 29, 1976.

Survivors include a son, Joe Wheeler of Corsicana, 19 grandchildren, a brother, Willie Meadows of Corsicana; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Cora Glenn and Mrs. Rosetta Meadows both of Corsicana.

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Jimmie (Calhoun) Wheeler-Meadows
Jan 28, 1902 - Mar 29, 1976

Mrs. Meadows

Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Calhoun Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. Jimmie Meadows, 74, resident of Corsicana, who died Monday at Navarro County Memorial Hospital.

The Rev. R. L. Jones, Bethlehem Baptist church pastor, will officiate, and burial will be at Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include her husband, Fred Meadows of Corsicana; two sons, Joe C. Wheeler of Corsicana and Raymon Wheeler of New York, N.Y.; 19 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Cora Glenn of Corsicana and Mrs. Rose Gunter of Fairfield, nephews, nieces and other relatives.

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William Theodore Purdy
Aug 13, 1907 - Oct 1, 1976

W. T. Purdy

Services are pending at the Calhoun Funeral Home for William T. Purdy, 69, resident of 905 East Sixth Ave., who died early Friday morning at Mel-Haven Convalescent Home.

He was a World War II veteran serving 26 years in the United States Army.

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W. T. Purdy

Services will be Monday at 4 p.m. at Bethel A.M.E. Church for William T. (Rose) Purdy, 69. He died Friday at Melhaven Convalescent Home.

Rev. Wm. Vaughn will officiate. Burial is at Woodland Cemetery. Services are under direction of Calhoun Funeral Home.

He was a resident of Corsicana for 65 years. Member of Bethel A.M.E. Church where he served on the trustee board. He was a veteran of World War II and employed by the Corsicana Country Club for 25 years.

Survivors include his wife Velma K. Purdy, Corsicana; his mother, Mrs. Velma Johnson, Corsicana; a brother, Eldridge Purdy, Los Angeles, Calif.; and other relatives.

Pallbearers will be Wilber Calhoun, R. W. (Red) Smith, J. E. Butler Jr., Alvernon Purdy, Nelson Ross and Robert Bean.

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Michael Dean Purdy
Jun 11, 1956 -Nov 30, 2010

Michael Purdy

Corsicana - Michael Purdy, 54, of Corsicana passed away Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at Twilight Home. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, at Sixth Avenue Baptist Church with Bishop K.D. Davis officiating. Interment will be at Woodland Cemetery.

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Charlotte (Key) Crawford
Aug 12, 1886 - Oct 22, 1976

Mrs. Crawford

Services for Mrs. Charlotte K. Crawford, 90, resident of 1617 East Collin, were to be held at 4 p.m. Friday at the First Independent Baptist Church.

The Rev. Larry L. Polk was to officiate with burial following at Woodland Cemetery.

Arrangements are with the Ross and Johnson Mortuary.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Louise Douglas of Corsicana, two grand-daughters, Mrs. Alice Venters of Corsicana and Mrs. Charlotte Lemmons of San Francisco, Calif.; two grandsons, George Douglas of Corsicana and Frank Douglas of Washington, D.C.; 12 great-grandchildren and other relatives.

Pallbearers will be Arthur Collins, Bobby R. Sparks, Vernett Hicks, Freddie Gardner, Tommie Martin and Charlie Ross.

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Mary Ann (Lowe) Gilbert
Sep 21, 1882 - Aug 25, 1976

Mrs. Gilbert

Services for Mrs. Mary Ann Gilbert, 93, resident of Dallas, were to be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel in Corsicana.

She died Wednesday in the Forest Manor Nursing. Burial was to be at Woodland Cemetery.

Mrs. Gilbert was a member of the Walker Court No. 105 Heronies of Jericho.

Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Mary Stallworth of Dallas, a niece, Mrs. Hetty Faye Long of Dallas, and other relatives.

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Doris Willie Mae Mitchell
Sep 18, 1927 - Feb 11, 1976

Mrs. Mitchell

Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Baptist Church for Mrs. Doris (Willie Mae) Mitchell, 49, native of Corsicana, who died at a nursing home in Houston.

The Rev. Donnie Renfro will officiate, and burial will be at Woodland Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Calhoun Funeral Home.

Survivors are a daughter, Eva G. Mitchell of Houston; four brothers, Hervey Mitchell of Los Angeles, Calif., C. B. Mitchell of San Francisco, Calif., Henry Mitchell of Palmer, and Fred Mitchell of Los Angeles; three sisters, Mrs. Ivory Evans of Houston, Mrs. Oliva Willis of Los Angeles and Mrs. Thelma Blair of Dallas; a step-brother, Melvin Goes of Corsicana and other relatives.

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Savara (Richardson) Quarles
Jan 4, 1908 - Apr 28, 1976

Mrs. Quarrels

Services are pending at Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Opal Henry Marsh, 53, of Corsicana who died Thursday morning in Parkland Hospital in Dallas.

Survivors include five daughters; one son; 14 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Nellie Fitzgerald of Corsicana; one brother, Tommy Laller and step-brother, Tommie Parks, both of Corsicana; and other relatives.

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Opal (Henry) Marsh
Nov 29, 1922 - Apr 28, 1976

Mrs. Marsh

Services are pending at Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Opel Henry Marsh, 53, of Corsicana who died Thursday at Memorial Hospital. A native of Oakwood and a Corsicana resident for 18 years she is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Ida Pearl Reynolds of Corsicana; two granddaughters; 10 sisters; two brothers; and other relatives.

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Mrs. Marsh

Wake services will be held at 6:30 p.m. tonight in the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Mrs. Opal Henry Marsh, 307 N. Frey, who died Wednesday at Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Eastside Church of Christ. Bro Willie Wilmore will officiate and burial will be in Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Mrs. Ida Pearl Reynolds and Robert Earl Reynolds of Corsicana; two granddaughters, Debbie and Shelia; 10 sisters, Mrs. Winnie Henry of Corsicana, Mrs. Oressie Younger of Ennis, Mrs. Mable Davis and Mrs. Verna Adams, both of Ferris; Mrs. Delilah Washington of Brownfield; Mrs. Bruce Davis, Mrs. Abra Bowman, Mrs. Yvonne Winston, all of Dallas, Mrs. Joanna Thomas and Mrs. Margie Dell Smith, both of Lovington, N.M.; two brothers, Earl Ray Henry of San Diego, Cal. And Wyatt Henry, Jr, of Dallas; and her stepmother, Mrs. Hortense Edwards of Dallas and other relatives.

Nephews will be pallbearers.

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Gary Lee Bell
Jan 9, 1960 - Apr 24, 1976

Gary Bell

Wake services will be held Friday evening at 8 p.m. at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary Chapel for Gary Lee Bell, 16, resident of Corsicana who died Saturday following an automobile accident.

Services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. in the Pilgrim Rest Primitive Baptist Church with Rev. W. L. Milars, officiating. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery.

Survivors include his parents, Mrs. Helen Bell and L. J. Bell Sr. of Corsicana; three brothers, L. J. Bell., Jr., Kenneth Bell and Derrick Bell all of Corsicana; five sisters, Mrs. Jerry Gibson of Dallas, Mrs. Joyce Clayvon of Los Angeles, Calif., Miss Alberta Bell, Miss Loretta bell and Miss Annette Bell, all of Corsicana; his grandmother, Mrs. Estella Ellison of Corsicana; and other relatives.

Casketbearers will be Malcon Kennard, Charles Kennard, R. C. Govan, Sammy J. Jones, Jessie Herbert and Charles Bryant.

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Ruddy Dean Piper Young
Oct 27, 1954 - Sep 12, 1976

R. D. Young

Military funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Scott Funeral Home Chapel for Pfc. Ruddy D. Young, 21, who died Sunday at the Veteran Administration Hospital in Bonham.

A military chaplain will officiate with burial following at Woodland Cemetery with military honors.

He was a native of Corsicana.

Survivors include his guardians, Wilburn Young, Jr. and Joan Young; six brothers, Roosevelt Busby, Raymond Busby, Billy Joe Young, Pepper Ray Young, and Otha Marion Young, all of Dallas; four sisters, Mrs. Jo Ann Green and Doris Faye Young both of Dallas, Mrs. Peggy Jean Senter of Germany and Mrs. Diane Kemp of Fort Lewis, Wash. And other relatives.

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Jessie lee (Bolt) Young
Dec 17, 1924 - Jun 28, 1993

Jessie Lee Young, 68, of Dallas, died June 28, 1993, at St. Paul Hospital in Dallas.

Funeral services will be Friday at Calvary Baptist Church, with the Rev. Paul Curry officiating. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home.

She was a member of South Central Baptist Church of Dallas where she served as Sunday school teacher and Mission Society president.

Father:
Lidge Bolts
Mother:
Leila E Washington

Survivors include two daughters, Barbara Young Chatman of Corsicana and Edna Young of Dallas; three sons, the Rev. Clifford Young of Corsicana, Billy Young of Waco and Earl Young of Dallas; 11 grandchildren; 13 grandchildren; one sister, Irene Batts of Waco; one brother, Charles Bolts; and one aunt, Alverse Bluitt of Dallas.

Billye Jean (Peace) Hicks
Jul 26, 1933 - Jan 13, 2021

Billye Jean Hicks, 87, of Corsicana, passed away on January 13, 2021, at Legacy West Nursing. Burial will be at Resthaven Memorial Park.

On July 26, 1933, Billye Jane Peace entered the world and
the arms of her parents, Lena and Will Peace of Dallas, TX. Being more mature in age, they were ecstatic upon her birth and fondly called her by her middle name. Though Jane was the only child of their marriage, she became the younger sibling to 2 half-sisters and an aunt to a beloved nephew. Jane grew up to be a lively and bright student involved in a host of school activities. She was most proud of becoming her high school's majorette, a huge honor (something her children heard about often!).

Jane attended Texas College in Tyler, TX after graduating from high school, and there she met the love of her life, Louis David Hicks. Both were very committed to each other, their studies, their respective sorority/fraternity, becoming teachers and creating a family.

Billye Jane, a loving mother, was supportive, kind and never minced words. Her sense of humor was witty and quick. Those strong maternal skills and savviness for teaching made her stellar in the classroom while teaching reading and later, American History. Billye Jean was passionate and fiercely committed to the students she served through her spirited and engaging teaching style for more than 40 years. She wasn't simply a great teacher, but a mentor and advocate for her students.

At home, Billye Jane adored entertaining. One would find a host of guests surrounding her from friends from around the world to the high school football team. She was known for serving the latest and most popular food novelties and drinks. Billye Jane made life fun. B1

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  • w/o Louis D. Hicks, Sr.

Stuart James "Big Daddy" Beebe, III
Apr 13, 1941 - Jul 13, 2024

Stuart James Beebe III, 83, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2024, in Grapevine, TX.

Stuart was born in Richmond, IN on April 13, 1941, to Stuart J. Beebe Jr. and Elizabeth Jane (Scott) Beebe. He was raised in Corsicana, TX where he met the love of his life Loanna Gaines from nearby Chatfield, TX. They were married on August 9, 1958, and quickly started a family including two sons Stuart and Scott and one daughter Angie.

Stuart was a standout right tackle for the Corsicana High School Tigers football team and upon his graduation in 1959, he was recruited to play football for the Texas A&M Aggies. He later transferred to Howard Payne University in Brownwood, TX where he lettered three years playing for the Yellowjackets.

After college, Stuart partnered up with several of his Howard Payne teammates to focus on turning around south Texas high school football programs, including success stints in Goliad, Floresville, and Mathis, TX. During this time, he served as a positive role model and mentor for the students and athletes he taught and coached.

After retiring from teaching and coaching, Stuart and Loanna moved their family to Victoria, TX, where he worked for his father's Tex-Sun Glove Company until its closure. Subsequent endeavors led Stuart to Granbury, TX, where he was hired by the Pecan Plantation Country Club to oversee and manage the club's marina and grill located on Lake Granbury. Members and visitors to the marina were likely to experience Stuart's gregarious nature, his unreserved chatter, and perhaps enjoy one of his famous hamburgers fresh off the backdoor grill. It was also in Granbury that Stuart met and married his second wife Cassie Beebe and third wife Donna Kay "DK" Beebe.

Stuart was a dedicated Texan and hard-working man with a servant's heart. He had a commanding presence, yet a gentle soul and easy demeanor. He enjoyed reading Louis L'Amour novels, watching all sports, and faithfully following his Dallas Cowboys through thick and thin.

Known as "Big Daddy" or "Big Stu," Stuart's presence and influence touched the lives of multiple generations of his large extended family. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and wives Loanna Gaines Beebe, Cassie L. Bannister Beebe and Donna Kay Cornish Beebe.

Stuart is survived by his children Stuart J. Beebe IV of Winter Park, FL, Michael Scott Beebe of Sacramento, CA, and Angie Beebe Cutting of Grapevine, TX.

Stuart is also survived by his sister Barbara Burke and her husband James Burke and his nieces and nephew Jennie Burke, Jason Burke and Rachel Burke Cocquyt.s

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Anita Jo (Neill) Bailey
Apr 23, 1933 - Sep 12, 1974

Mrs. Bailey

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church for Mrs. Anita Jo Bailey, 41, resident of Rt. 2 Corsicana, who died at Dallas Baylor Hospital Thursday night.

Rev. Harold Lansford, pastor, will officiate, and burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Griffin Funeral Home.

She was the wife of Jimmy Bailey of Rex Bailey and Son.

Survivors include her husband of Corsicana; her father, Walter Neill of Howe, Tex.; two sisters, Mrs. C. C. Jones of Howe and Mrs. A. F. Dodson of Fort Worth; a brother, Alton Neill of Dallas and a number of nieces and nephews.

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Paul Edward Johnson
Dec 29, 1916 - Dec 27, 1974

Paul E. Johnson

Paul E. Johnson, 57, 617 South 18th St., was dead on arrival at Memorial Hospital of apparent heart attack at 5:30 a.m. Friday after becoming ill at his home.

Justice of the Peace G. W. O'Neal returned an inquest verdict of death from natural causes. An employe of Oil City Iron Works, he was under the care of a doctor for a cardiac condition, investigating police reported.

Funeral arrangements are pending at Griffin Funeral Home.

He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Jewel Johnson; two sons, Edward and Ricky Johnson, both of Corsicana; a daughter, Mrs. Jean Shadix of McKinney; and five grandchildren.

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William Benjamin "Bennie" Martin
Nov 23, 1973 - Jun 24, 1974

W. B. Martin

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for William Benjamin Martin, 8 month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Truman Martin of Corsicana. He died Monday at Memorial Hospital.

Rev. J. T. Davis will officiate.

Survivors include his parents, two brothers, Christopher Martin and Richard Martin both of Corsicana; a sister, Amy Martin of Corsicana; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Martin of Kerens, and Mrs. Will Harris of Tennessee.

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W. B. Martin

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for William Benjamin (Bennie) Martin, eight month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Truman Martin of Corsicana. He died at Memorial Hospital.

Rev. J. T. Davis was to officiate, with burial to be at Oakwood Cemetery.

Survivors include his parents, two brothers, a sister, and grandparents.

Pallbearers include Tommie Davis, Ray Unger, Joe Martin, and William Martin.

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Leroy McMichael
Jan 31, 1911 - Nov 2, 1974

L. McMichael

Graveside services were to be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Oakwood Cemetery for Leroy McMichael, 63, resident of Dallas, who died in Dallas Saturday. He was a member of the Baptist Church. Rev. Mack Cole was to officiate.

Arrangements are with Corley Funeral Home.

Survivors include three sisters, Mrs. Ray Lawler of Gordonville, Mrs. Allie Terry of Gunter, and Mrs. Agnes Crumbley of Hillsboro.

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Charles Oander Ward
Dec. 22, 1900 - Feb. 13, 1974

C. O. Ward

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday for Charles O. Ward, 73, who died Wednesday in Mel-Haven Convalescent Home. Services will be held in the Corley Funeral Home Chapel, and burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

Ward was a real estate agent and had lived in Corsicana for about 30 years.

He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Charles Ward; two daughters, Mrs. W. E. Beamon of Pasadena and Mrs. J. B. Archer of Houston; one brother, Buck Ward of Stamford; and several grandchildren.

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C. O. Ward

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for C. O. Ward, 73, who died Wednesday in Mel-Haven Convalescent Home. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery with Rev. Charles Pringle officiating. Survivors include his widow, two daughters, a brother, and several grandchildren.

Pallbearers include Frank Warfield, Glen Stewart, Bud Borden, Robert Jackson, W. C. Morris and Julius Jacobs.

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Peggy Ruth (Kuykendall) Fraley-Graves
Jan 12, 1950 - Apr 22, 1974

Mrs. Graves

Funeral services are pending at Corley Funeral Home for Mrs. Peggy (Lucy) Graves, 24, who was found dead in her home Monday. She was a native of Corsicana and a member of the Baptist church.

Survivors include her husband, Michael Graves of Corsicana; three sons, Tracy Dean Fraley, Stacy Jean Fraley, and Anthony Kelly all of Corsicana; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Kuykendall of Corsicana; four brothers, Jack Kuykendall of Fort Gordon, Ga., Sammy Joe Kuykendall and Roger Dale Kuykendall both of Corsicana; two sisters, Mrs. Bonnie Fulton and Miss Susie Kuykendall both of Corsicana; grandparents, Mrs. Faye Kuykendall, Mrs. Gertrude Cranford, Mrs. Julia Johnson and Bill Mitchell all of Corsicana.

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Mrs. Graves

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. Peggy (Lucy) Graves, 24, who was found dead at her home Monday.

Rev. Bill Grimes will officiate and burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

Survivors include her husband; two sons, Anthony Kelly and Tracy Dean Fraley; a daughter, Stacy Jean Fraley; her parents four brothers, two sisters, and her grandparents.

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Undine Elizabeth (Wood) Smith
Aug 23, 1902 - Dec 21, 1974

Mrs. Smith

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. Undine Smith, resident of Corsicana who died Saturday at Memorial Hospital.

Rev. Eugene Wood will officiate, and burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

She was a secretary and member of the Presbyterian Church.

Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Bell White Jr. of Corsicana; a nephew, Bell White III of San Antonio; and a niece, Mrs. C. B. Williams of Houston.

Pallbearers include Bell White III, C. B. Williams, James Williams, Weldon Jarrett, Eugene Stewart, R. L. Thigpen and D. D. Eakman.

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Willie Mae (Hoffman) Bostwick
Dec 19, 1892 - Jan. 23, 1974

Mrs. Bostwick

Funeral services are set for 2 p.m. Friday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. Willie Mae Bostwick, 81, of Arlington, who died Wednesday in Corpus Christi. Rev. Jack Goff will officiate, and burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

Her husband H. H. Bostwick died in 1967.

She was a native of Midlothian and had lived in Arlington for 13 years. She was a member of the Baptist Church.

Survivors include a son, Howard E. Bostwick of Poteet; three daughters, Mar. Gladys Barnes of Arlington, Mrs. Louise Petty of Corpus Christi and Mrs. Josephine Sherman of Vancouver, Washington; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Mrs. Augusta J. Sheehan of Richmond, Calif., Mrs. Bertha Greene of Irving, and Mrs. Katie Phelps of Converse, La.

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  • The Corsicana Daily Sun- Thurs., Jan 24, 1974
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • w/o Howard Holliman Bostwick married Nov 29, 1919; d/o John Frederick "Fred" Hoffman & Melvina Agnes Josephine "Josie" (King) Hoffman

Arthur West "Dutch" Upton
Mar 24, 1912 - Nov 26, 1974

A. W. Upton

A. W. (Dutch) Upton, 62, Corsicana painter, died Tuesday in Baylor Hospital in Dallas. A native of New Mexico had lived in Corsicana since 1951.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel wi9th the Rev. Kenneth Haley officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Elizabeth Upton of Corsicana; two daughters, Mrs. Lesley J. Miller of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Mrs. Billy Knott of Stamford; three grandchildren; two brothers, Robert Upton of Pasadena and Mead Upton of Refugio; and one sister, Mrs. Rosalie McGuill of Beeville.

Pallbearers will be Emmett Dosser, Raymond Anderson, Cecil Vickers, Chester O. Sprinkle, Wesley Edens and Hylan Davis.

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Hazel Carolyn "Nan" (Fuller) Parish
Dec 16, 1939 - Jul 10, 2024

Hazel Carolyn 'Nan' Parish (Fuller), 84, of Red Oak, Texas passed peacefully in her sleep on July 10, 2024. Carolyn was born in Blooming Grove, Texas on December 16, 1939, to William Travis and Edith Hazel Fuller (Staggs). Carolyn enjoyed spending time with her family growing up. Carolyn spent her younger years in Blooming Grove and Wilmer, Texas helping care for her siblings until she was old enough to work in a restaurant.

After working in the restaurant, Carolyn went on to work at Sears & Roebuck Company for over 25-years holding various clerical positions including, payroll, secretary, and a supervisor. Carolyn retired in the mid-1980's from Sears & Roebuck Company. Carolyn dedicated her time to her family and being a home-maker after retirement.

Carolyn met the love of her life in 1958, Joy Lee Parish, at a local Baptist church where Joy was a Deacon and Carolyn sang in the choir. Joy and Carolyn were married on January 31, 1959. Joy had a son from a previous marriage, Tommy Parish, whom Carolyn and Joy enjoyed raising together and attending his sporting events. In 1968, Carolyn and Joy adopted an 18-month old girl, Dana Parish. Joy and Carolyn were members of the Cowboy Church of Ellis County.

In 1983, Joy and Carolyn opened a music store, which Carolyn assisted Joy by handling all the clerical duties.

Carolyn will always be remembered for her love of cooking and taking care of children. Carolyn and Joy opened their home to others and brought family and friends together for various gatherings throughout the year. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all those who loved her.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Joy Parish, step-son, Tommy Parish, her parents, William and Edith Fuller; two brothers, William Travis Fuller Jr. and Eddie Gene Fuller. Carolyn is survived by her daughter Dana Parish; her granddaughters, Fawn Trotter (Justin Trotter), Snowy Joiner (Jesse Joiner), along with Kristi Lasher (Jason Lasher); her great-grandchildren, Levi Trotter and Faithlyn Joiner, along with Dixie, Maddie and Jace Lasher; and siblings Mildred Anglin, Sue Hardin, and Marion 'Bud' Fuller, along with numerous friends.

The family will receive friends from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Byrum Funeral Home Chapel in Lancaster with the celebration of Carolyn's life to be held immediately following visitation at 1:00 pm. Burial will be at Red Oak Cemetery following the service.

Joseph Douglas Fincher
Sep 8, 1933 - Jul 31, 2021

Blooming Grove
Joseph Douglas Fincher, 87, of Blooming Grove, Texas passed away on July 31, 2021. He was born in Waxahachie, Texas on September 8, 1933 to Joseph & Gladys Fincher. Joe graduated from North Texas State University in 1963 and attended Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary from 1963 - 1965. Joe was in the United States Air Force, serving in the Korean War. He received the National Defense Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and Korean Service Medal.

On August 11, 1957 Joe married the love of his life, Shirley Frances Higginbotham at Water Street Baptist Church in Waxahachie, Texas. The couple had three children, Joe Dwain, Tina and Kristi. They had been married almost 62 years at her passing in April 2019.

Joe's lifetime career was spent ministering in Christian based Children's Homes in Texas and Oklahoma. He was a Deacon at Central Baptist Church in Blooming Grove, Texas, and enjoyed teaching a Sunday School class with many cherished friendships.

He always puts others before himself and shared the joy of Christ with everyone around him. Even in his final days, his prayers were full of thankfulness and praise.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley and his mother and father.

He is survived by his brothers, Edwin (Bettie) Fincher and James (Debbie) Fincher; his children Joe Dwain (Berna) Fincher; Tina (Stacey) Chambers; Kristi (Gary) Dollar; 10 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren and his faithful dog, Daisy.

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Danny Ray Miles
June 10, 1947 - Feb 6, 2024

Danny Ray Miles, lovingly nicknamed "Quimby", passed from this life on February 6th, 2024, at the age of 76. He is preceded in death by his loving parents, Earl and Elnora Miles, and his younger brother, Randy. He is survived by his beautiful sister, Beverly Taylor and her husband Jeff; and by his three children, Kevin and his wife Krysti, John and his wife Brandee and Janis and her husband Ed, as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He leaves behind an immeasurable void.
Quim was born on June 10, 1947, in Galveston, Texas, sparking an odd, lifelong affection for the beach that manifested itself in his home and office decor. He was a son, a brother, a cousin, a father, a grandfather, a great-grandfather, a minister, a teacher, a mentor, a counselor, a friend, a co-worker, a community leader, and in his later years, he was also the old man in the red truck that drove 50 on the highway. But he was first and foremost a child and servant of God, and this is what he is most remembered as. Quimby dedicated roughly 50 years of his adult life to youth ministry before officially "retiring" and continuing to serve as a Sunday School teacher and music leader at Central Baptist Church and a substitute teacher in the Blooming Grove ISD, as well as heading up the local Lion's Club. The impact God made through him isn't quantifiable. He was a part of so many people's lives in so many different ways, humbly putting them above himself. The body of Christ was his passion, and he poured himself into the church. If he was given a chance to say some final words, I'm confident it would be this: the Good News of Christ is that the almighty Creator of the universe entered into His own creation at a specific place and time in the person of Jesus Christ, in order that He might live the perfectly righteous and obedient life that was no longer attainable by man, and then sacrifice Himself in death to satisfy the wrath of God's perfect justice, so that we, hopeless in our flawed and sinful nature, could be reconciled back to the holy and righteous God that created us. And because of this, we now have hope. Salvation is offered to us freely by the amazing grace of God, through the gift of faith.
He will be missed here, but Danny Ray is alive and well today with his savior and redeemer, Jesus Christ, and all the saints that have gone before him. As the apostle Paul wrote to Timothy, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved his appearing." 2 Timothy 4:7-8
"I thank my God in all my remembrance of you." Philippians 1:3
Visitation will be Sunday, February 18th from 1pm-2pm at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be 2:00pm Sunday, February 18th in the Chapel at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery.
The family will have a reception at The Lion's Den in Blooming Grove.

Peggy Jane (Putman) Cannon
Jan 15, 1945 - Apr 16, 2024

Midlothian

On April 16, 2024, Peggy Jane Putman Cannon of Midlothian, Texas went to be with her Lord & Savior. Born on January 15, 1945, in Blooming Grove, Texas to Cecil and Virgie Rene Putman (nee Raley), Peggy was the youngest of their two children. Growing up in Frost, Texas, Peggy played basketball in school and played in the school band. A proud Frost Polar Bear, Peggy maintained lifelong friendships with several members of her graduating class.

Soon after graduation, Peggy married J R Cannon of Italy, Texas on August 23, 1963, in Frost, Texas. She and J R would later have two sons: Michael Jay Cannon (of Midlothian, Texas) and Jason Bradley Cannon (of Houston, Texas). After moving around Texas for a few years, the couple soon settled their family in De Soto, Texas in 1978.

Peggy worked as an executive secretary for several defense contractors and government agencies during her working career. However, she found the most joy in raising a family, being an amazing wife, mother, sister and daughter and perhaps most importantly, being a steadfast follower of Christ. Peggy's capacity for faith set her apart from most people (although she would dispute this).

Perhaps the most distinguishing feature of her faith was how it manifested in her actions. During the construction of her church home during the 1980s, Peggy and her family hosted church services in their living room. Later, Peggy would be a staunch ally of Meals on Wheels, delivering meals to those in need for over a decade. And she was a fixture in Sunday services, Sunday school, and various bible studies over the years. She loved to share the word of God with others.

Peggy was passionate about genealogy. She left no stone unturned in her quest to document her family's lineage. From spending hours on the phone talking to like-minded individuals to scouring the countryside visiting old gravestones and pouring over dusty documents, the woman enjoyed learning about her past.

Peggy Cannon is survived by her two sons, Michael Jay Cannon (wife Starla) and Jason Bradley Cannon (wife Jennifer), four granddaughters, Haley Oxford (husband Tyler), Hanna Cannon, Hope Cannon and Hollie Cannon, all of the Midlothian area, and one great-granddaughter Ava Oxford.

Peggy was preceded in death by husband J R Cannon, her parents Cecil and Virgie Rene Putnam, and her sister Patsy Carolyn Mahone.

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Kenny Wade Bason
Feb 2, 1963 - Jul 3, 2024

Valley Mills
Kenny Wade Bason, 61, of Valley Mills passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2024 in Waco. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 9 at Pecan Grove Funeral Home with Pastor David Cozart officiating. There will be a private burial at Frost Cemetery. Kenny will be in state for viewing on Monday 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. if you wish to come by and pay respects.

Kenny was born February 2, 1963 in Houston, Texas. He is the son of Billy Bason. Kenny was a long-time resident of the Waco and Valley Mills areas. He worked for Time Warner Cable/Charter/Spectrum for 37 years, most recently as an ISP Engineer before retiring earlier this year.

He is preceded in death by his dad Billy Bason.

Kenny is survived by his children, Amber Gates, Josh Bason, Rebecca Womack, Amanda Thompson, Shawn Holland, and Justin Holland and their spouses and partners; seven grandchildren, Katlyn, Marcos Jr., Makenzie, Madi, Carter, CJ, and Abby; along with nieces, Beth, Alex, and Avery Zimmerman.

Kenny's heart was as big as his smile - kind, compassionate, and full of love for all living beings, especially his furry friends Lucky and Nova. His warm presence could light up a room and lift even the heaviest of spirits. He was a true treasure to all who knew him.

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  • Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams
  • h/o Gina Kay (Mullins) Bason m. Jan 19, 1994 div Nov 27,f 2005 & Lynda Kay (Sorrells) Basson m. Jun 2, 1984; s/o Billy Wayne Bason & Linda Fay (Sutton) Bason

Sandra (Dotson) Wickware
May 3, 1961 - Jul 2, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra Dotson Wickware, who went peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones on july 2, 2024.

Sandra was born on May 3, 1961, in Dallas, Texas to Juanita (Jenny) and Murle Don Dotson. She lived most of her life in Frost, Texas, alongside her siblings. She attended Frost High School where she graduated in 1980.

Sandra was a loving mother, daughter, sister, "G-mama", and friend, always putting others' needs before her own. Her warm personality, infectious smile, and generous heart made her an instant favorite among all who knew her.

Despite facing many challenges in her life, Sandra remained resilient and persevered through it all with that smile we all know and love. She was a fighter till the end, and her unwavering faith in her family and God was an inspiration to us all.

She is preceded in death by the love of her life, Jerry (Jay) Wickware; daughter, Amy Crayton; father, Don Dotson; father-in-law, Jerry Wickware; and mother-in-law, Rebecca Griffin.

Sandra is survived by her mother, Juanita Dotson; son, Jeffrey Wickware and wife, Summer; sisters, Norma Welborn and husband, Roy, Nina Dotson, Barbra Kelley and husband, Kevin, Mary Lee Lyle, Donna Smith and husband, Scott; brother, Don Dotson and wife, Tammy; grandchildren, Alexandra and Tyler Crayton, Tanner Bentley and Savannah Wickware, and Lexi and Carlee Baldree; numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and close friends.

Her life will be celebrated on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at 3:00 pm at Corley Funeral Home in The Magnolia Chapel with burial following at Frost Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Corley Funeral Home in The Magnolia Chapel from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

We will miss her dearly but take comfort in the fact that she is now in a better place, free from pain and heartache. She is now reunited with the many she has loved and lost.

May her soul rest in eternal peace.

We love you more.

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Charles Henderson Joiner, Sr.
Feb 5, 1888 - Apr 10, 1973

C. H. Joiner

Funeral services are set for 1 p.m. Saturday at the Chatfield Baptist Church in Chatfield for Charles Henderson Joiner, Sr., 85, native of Navarro County and Chatfield, and resident of Rice who died Thursday at Memorial Hospital. Sister L. B. Wales, Goins Chapter A. M. E. Church will officiate, and burial will be at the New Chatfield Cemetery. Calhoun Funeral Home in Corsicana will direct.

He was a member of Goins Chapel A. M. E. Church and attended Chatfield Public School and married the former Mollie Herron, Dec. 24, 1922.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Mollie Joiner of Rice; a son, Charles H. Joiner, Jr. of Rice; a daughter, Mrs. Queen Ester Coleman of Ennis; a brother, Harry Joiner of Chatfield; five sisters. Mrs. Addie Clay and Mrs. Sarah McDonald, both of Fort Worth, Mrs. Emma Watts and Mrs. Florida Springfield, both of Corsicana, and Mrs. Fennie Jackson of Chatfield; and three grandchildren. Pallbearers will be nephews and cousins.

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Estella Agnes (Crockett) Thomas
Sep 19, 1907 - Aug 6, 1973

Mr. Thomas

Funeral services are set for 2 p. m. Sunday at Chatfield Baptist Church in Chatfield for Mrs. Estella Agnes Thomas, native of Chatfield who died Monday in Los Angeles.

Rev. L. C. Rose, pastor, will officiate, and burial will follow at Chatfield Community Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Scott Funeral Home in Corsicana.

Survivors include her husband, Joseph Thomas of Los Angeles; four sisters, Mrs. Mable James of Pauls Valley, Okla., Mrs. Rosie L. Robinson and Mrs. Elizabeth Donaldson, both of Dallas and Mrs. Iona Rollen of Ennis; and two brothers, William Crockett and Ernest Crockett, both of Dallas.

Nephews will be pallbearers.

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Truscott Joiner
May 28, 1895 - Jan 16, 1973

T. Joiner

CHATFIELD - Truscott Joiner, a native of Chatfield, died Wednesday in Los Angeles, Calif.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Chatfield Baptist Church with the Rev. C. L. Boyd officiating. Burial will be in Chatfield Cemetery under direction of Calhoun Funeral Home.

Survivors include one son, the Rev. W. J. Joiner of Los Angeles; two brothers, Henry Joiner of Chatfield and Henderson Joiner of Rice; five sisters, Mrs. Emma Watts and Mrs. Florida Springfield, both of Corsicana, Mrs. Addie Clay and Mrs. Sarah McDonald, both of Fort Worth, and Mrs. Fennie Jackson of Chatfield; and several nieces and nephews.

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Lula Mae Johnson
Feb 8, 1918 - Jan 16, 1973

Mrs. Johnson

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Chatfield Baptist Church for Mrs. Lula Mae Johnson, Corsicana native who died Jan. 15 in Los Angeles, Calif. the Rev. L. C. Rose will officiate. Burial will be in the Chatfield Cemetery under the direction of Scott Funeral Home.

Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Hallie Mae King of Los Angeles; a niece, Christene Woolen of Fort Worth; six aunts, one uncle and other relatives.

Pallbearers will be Vernon Johnson, Tracy James, Rufus Garrett and Charles Ross.

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Alma Irene (Smith) Frederick
Mar 25, 1898 - Mar 29, 1974

Mrs. Frederick

Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. O. C. Frederick Sr., 76, who died at her home Friday.

Rev. Ken James will officiate, and burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

She was a former resident of Blooming Grove and Ennis and a native of Loganville, Ga.

Survivors include two sons, T. M. Frederick of Palos Verdes, Calif., and Otho Frederick Jr. of Lewisville, Tex., five grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Louis Townzen of Waco; and two brothers, Ernest Smith of Harbor City, Calif. and James G. Smith of Los Angeles, Calif.

Nephews will be pallbearers.

The Fredericks were managers of the San Motel in Ennis.

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Herbert Boyd Bush
Jan 5, 1899 - Jan 18, 1974

H. B. Bush

Funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Herbert Boyd Bush, 75, of Corsicana, who died Friday at Memorial Hospital.

Rev. Leroy Reaves and Rev. Harry Nobles officiate, and burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

He was a native of Mildred and former resident of Barry. He was a retired farmer and rancher.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. H. B. Bush of Corsicana; a daughter, Mrs. M. N. Reed of Bullard; a grandson, Larry Reed of Sulphur Springs; a granddaughter, Miss Lynda Reed of Bullard; four sisters, Mrs. W. L. Wilkinson, Miss Linnie Bush, and Mrs. W. T. Hill, all of Corsicana, and Mrs. L. E. Knotts of Roane; and a brother, R. E. Bush of Powell.

Pallbearers include Guy Henry, Authur Henderson, James Edwin Watson, Byron Perry, George Downs, and Richard Holloway.

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William Cecil Humphries
Aug 1, 1903 - Aug 11, 1974

C. Humphries

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Cecil Humphries, 71, resident of Mildred, who died Sunday at Memorial Hospital.

Rev. Eugene E. Wood will officiate, and burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

He was a na�ve of Richland, had lived in Mildred all his life, and was a retired rancher.

Survivors include four brothers, Ray Humphries of Dallas; Sam Humphries, Homer Humphries, and Joe Humphries all of Corsicana; three sisters, Mrs. Douglas Beauchamp, Mrs. Willard Summerall, and Mrs. James H. Parks all of Corsicana; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers include William L. Humphries, Sam Humphries, Jr., Homer Dee Humphries, James H. Parks, II, Gary Summerall, and Ole Olesen.

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Sarah Margaret (McGary/McCleary) Barber
Jan 20, 1881 - Nov 30, 1974

Mrs. Sara M. Barber

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. Sara Margaret Barber, 93, 806 South 15th St., who died early Saturday at her home. The Rev. Charles Pringle will officiate. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery with grandsons serving as pallbearers.

A native of Point Enterprise near Mexia, she had been a life long Corsicana area resident.

Surviving are four sons, Earl Barber of Corsicana, Boyd Barber of Dallas, A. L. Barber of Lancaster and Leroy Barber of Eastland; two daughters, Mrs. Juanita Isbell and Mrs. Grace Steele, both of Corsicana; 24 grandchildren and 42, great-grandchildren.

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  • The Corsicana Daily Sun - Sun., Dec 1, 1974
  • Submitted by Diane Richards
  • w/o James Albert Barber; d/o Unknown McGary & Unknown (Claunch) McGary per death certificate (other sources say McCleary)

Henry Edward "Jack" Jackson
Feb 25, 1920 - Jul 30, 1974

H. E. Jackson

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Henry E. (Jack) Jackson, 54, resident of Cedar Creek who died Tuesday in Memorial Hospital. Rev. Leroy Reaves and Rev. Peyton Goodman will officiate, and burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

He was a native of Navarro County, a plant electrician for Weben Industries, a member of the Methodist Church, and a veteran of World War II.

Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Inez Jackson of Cedar Creek Lake, two sons, Charles Jackson of Little Rock, Ark., and Clayton Jackson of U. S. Marines Okinawa; a daughter, Mrs. Patricia Bower of Corsicana; eight grandchildren, four brothers, Gilbert Clyde Jackson and Bobby Ray Jackson both of Dallas, T. E. Jackson of Kirbyville, and Jimmie C. Jackson of Corsicana; two sisters, Mrs. Lola Mary DeMoss of Corsicana and Mrs. Barbara Bowen of Dallas.

Pallbearers include C. A. Watson, L. L. Johnston, Carl Ashworth, Walter Sparks, Edward Eaton, Ralph White, Doyle Jones, Jimmy Morris and Tom Murphy.

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Lloyd Allen Hammer, Sr.
Jan 20, 1890 - Jul 2, 1974

L. A. Hammer Sr.

Funeral arrangements are pending at Griffin Funeral Home for L. A. Hammer Sr., 84, father of Mrs. C. David Campbell, who died early Tuesday a Memorial Hospital. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Mr. and Mrs. Hammer moved to Corsicana from Houston within the past week.

He is survived by his widow; his daughter, Mrs. Campbell; one son, L. A. Hammer, Jr. of Arlington, Va.; four grandchildren; and two sisters.

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John Wiley Moore
Mar 8, 1909 - Jun 2, 1974

J. W. Moore

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for John W. Moore, 65, resident of Corsicana, who died Sunday in Fort Worth.

Rev. V. C. Troutman will officiate, and burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

He was a native of Crockett, had lived in Corsicana 18 years, was a retired farmer, and a veteran of World War II.

Survivors include his widow, three sons, Thomas Wylie Moore and James Wylie Moore both of Corsicana and John O'Marion Moore of Fort Worth; four daughters, Mrs. Rosie Lee Gomez and Mrs. Patricia Ann Nelson both of Corsicana, Mrs. Mary Bell Crowley of Belton, and Mrs. Clara Virginia Applegate of Fort Worth; 14 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, two brothers, James Moore of Cleburne and W. W. Moore of Abilene; three sisters, Mrs. Delle Berry of Abilene, Mrs. Blanch Hatcher of California, and Mrs. Eunice Morgan of Corpus Christi.

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Dora Sarah (Shelton) Elkins
Nov 16, 1897 - Apr 16, 1974

Mrs. Elkins

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Mrs. Van J. Elkins Sr., 76, resident of Corsicana, who died at her residence Tuesday.

C. B. Holcomb, Church of Christ minister, will officiate and burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

She was a native of Richland and had lived in Corsicana 32 years.

Survivors include her husband of Corsicana; a son, Van. J. Elkins Jr. of Amarillo; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers include O. L. Slaughter, C. L. Norris, Roy Miller, Willie Winters, Robert E. Harper, Sydney Moore, Paul Loosier and Harold Borg.

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Noble Holland Davis
Oct 5, 1895 - Mar 21, 1974

N. H. Davis

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for Noble H. Davis, 78, who died in Dallas Thursday. He was a resident of Corsicana. Rev. Peyton Goodman will officiate, and burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery. He was a native of Kerens and a veteran of World War I.

Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. J. A. Pugh of Corsicana and Mrs. Ora Lee Adams of San Antonio; and several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers include George McClure, Walter Ingram, Gary Pugh, James W. Lorimer, Robert Pugh, Bill R. Pugh, R. D. Adams, and Keith Adams.

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Malcolm Johnson
Jan 4, 1911 - Jan 26, 1974

M. Johnson

Graveside services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Oakwood Cemetery for Malcolm (Mack) Johnson, 62, of Fort Worth, who died Saturday at Tyler. Howard White, Church of Christ minister, officiated.

He was a native of Broken Bow, Okla.

Corley Funeral Home directed.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Lawson Mayo of Jackson, Wyo.

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Lena Mae (Whitley) Sheats
Mar 1, 1908 - Sep 19, 1974

Mrs. Sheats

Graveside services were to be at 2:30 p.m. Friday at the Oakwood Cemetery for Mrs. Lena Mae Sheats, 66, resident of Corsicana, who died Thursday in Memorial Hospital.

Rev. Maurice McLeroy was to officiate.

She was a native of Froza in Limestone County and had lived in Corsicana a year.

Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Omie Watson of Corsicana; four nieces and six nephews.

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Patsy Ruth (Melton) Watts
Feb 17, 1945 - Aug 3, 2024
 

Hannah Ruth Terry, 79, previously of Barry, Texas, died Saturday, August 3, 2024, peacefully at the home of her son on Bonaire, Georgia. Hannah was born Patsy Ruth Melton on February 17, 1945, in Blooming Grove, Texas, the only child of Johnnie Dathen and Ruth "Warine" Cagle Melton. Patsy graduated from Corsicana High School, Corsicana, Texas, and married Victor "Loyd" Watts on February 6, 1963. They were blessed with two sons, Johnny Lynn and Bobby Wayne. Loyd died from a fall on July 11, 1977. Patsy went to work to support her family at Texas Instruments and later in life worked at Russell Stover Candy Factory in Corsicana, Texas, and was a homa care giver, she was a generous, caring woman well suited for the work.

Patsy changed her name to Hannah Ruth Watts in her 50's, naming herself after an ancestor. She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband, and her son Bobby Wayne. Hannah is survived by her son Johnny (Dena Sue) and fourteen grandchildren. Services were entrusted to Corley Funeral Home in Corsicana, Texas, with a visitation Friday August 9, 2024, starting at 9:00 am with a funeral service starting at 11:00 am at Corley Funeral Home. Burial to follow at 1:00 pm with Hannah being laid to rest beside her beloved husband in Dresden Cemetery in Dresden, Texas.

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Katherine Ann "Kathy"  (Grothe) Glidewell
Mar 6, 1944 - Jul 13, 2024

Katherine Ann Glidewell, age 80, of Barry, Texas, passed away on July 13, 2024, at her residence. Katherine was born on March 6, 1944, in Sweetwater, Texas, to Elie Grothe and Joyce Johnston.

Katherine, fondly known as Kathy, is survived by her husband of 62 years, Johnny Glidewell; her sons, Melvin Glidewell and his wife Paula, and Jerry Glidewell and his wife Amy; her daughter, Alice Tacker and her husband Keith; her grandchildren, Jeff Glidewell, Amanda Heaslet and her husband Eric, Joshua Glidewell and his wife Veronica, and Lauren Glidewell; and 12 great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews. Kathy is preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Brenda Hattox; and her grandson, Matthew Glidewell.

Kathy was a dedicated hairdresser for over 50 years and the proud owner of the Hair Bender Beauty Shop in Corsicana, Texas. Her clients were more than customers; they became like family, a testament to Kathy's warm and caring nature.

In her earlier years, Kathy took great joy in hosting holiday gatherings, where she lovingly prepared meals for her family and friends. She was a cherished member of Pettys Chapel Church and enjoyed a variety of hobbies, including camping, gardening, and canning the food they grew in her garden. Kathy also loved a good game of dominoes, sharing many memorable moments with her loved ones.

A visitation will be held on Monday, July 15, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. A graveside service will take place on Tuesday, July 16, at 10:00 AM at Dresden Cemetery, with Elvin Sykes officiating.

Kathy's legacy of love, kindness, and dedication to her family and community will be remembered and cherished by all who knew her. She will be deeply missed.

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  • w/o Johnny Glidewell; d/o Elie Louis Grothe & Joyce A. (Johnston) Grothe (bur at Elmwood Memorial Park, Abilene, TX)
  • Submitted by Polly Winn

Scott Weldon Hellums
Feb 27, 1907 - Jun 12, 1977

Scott Hellums

Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Corley Funeral Chapel for Scott W. Hellums, 70, of Barry.

He died Sunday in Memorial Hospital.

Dennis Crecelius, Church of Christ minister from Italy, will officiate. Burial will be in the Chatfield Cemetery.

He was a member of the Church of Christ.

Survivors include his wife: Mrs. Scott Hellums of Barry; one brother, W. H. Hellums of Corpus Christi; two sisters, Mrs. Mildred Robinson and Mrs. Dora Griswold, both of Mexia; and a number of nieces and nephews.

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S. W. Hellums

Services were to be at 2 p.m. today at the Corley Funeral Chapel for Scott W. Hellums, 70, of Barry, who died Sunday in Memorial Hospital.

Officiating were Dennis Crecelius, Church of Christ minister from Italy, and burial was in Chatfield Cemetery.

He is survived by his widow, a brother, two sisters and a number of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Dale Glenn, Ronnie Garner, Baze Watkins, George Mitchell, Wayne Burkhalter, and Johnny Bates.

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George Allen Kelt
Jan 22, 1911 - Apr 18, 1977

G. A. Kelt

Services will be 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Corley Funeral Chapel for George Allen Kelt, 65, of Chatfield, who died Monday at Memorial Hospital. The Rev. Pat Wilmore will officiate with burial at the Chatfield Cemetery.

He was a retired district sales manager for Olin Chemical Co., a member of the Chatfield Methodist Church, a veteran of World War II and a native of New Mexico.

Survivors include his widow of Chatfield; one son, George A. Kelt, Jr. of Houston; three daughters, Mrs. Donald Rosenfeld of Houston and Mrs. Walter Fairfield and Mrs. Bobby Nelson, both of Pasadena; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two sisters, Mrs. Joe Phillips of Chandler and Mrs. Wendall Whitfield of Dallas; and one brother, J. J. Kelt Jr. of Huntsville, Ala.

Pallbearers will be Gerald Wakefield, Archie Pittman, Fred N. Stewart, Marion Bozarth, John Andrew Gaines and Wayne Burkhalter.

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George Mason
Feb 7, 1911 - Apr 30, 1977

George Mason

Wake services will be held at 8 p.m. tonight in the Ross & Johnson Mortuary for George Masson, 66, a Corsicana resident, who died Friday at Memorial Hospital.

Funeral will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the Church of the Living God C.W. F.F.. Elder Alex Rainey will officiate, with burial in the Silent Grove Cemetery in Cheneyboro.

Mason is survived by his wife, Earline Mason of Corsicana; two sons, Leon Mason of Corsicana and J. M. Mason of Stockton, California; by two daughters, Mrs. Florine Hubbard of Corsicana; Mrs. Laverne Mason of Los Angeles, California; by several grandchildren; by one brother, Emmett Mason of Denton; and by other relatives.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

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William Robert Davis
Sep 6, 1907 - Jan 1, 1977

William Davis

Wake services will be held tonight at 7 p.m. in the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for William Davis, 69, resident of Malakoff who died last Saturday.

Services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in the First Baptist Church in Malakoff. Rev. Walter S. Mitchell will officiate and burial will follow in the Silent Grove Cemetery in Cheneyboro.

Survivors include a son, S-Sgt. Buford D. Davis of Caldwell AFB, Fort Worth; seven daughters, including Mrs. Cynthia Slay of Mart, Mrs. Jackie N. Williams of Corsicana, Miss Darlene Davis and Miss Arletha Davis of Malakoff, and Mrs. A. Jackson, of Stamford; several grandchildren; two brothers, Johnny Davis and Richard Davis, both of Stamford; one sister, Mrs. Lena M. Reed of Dallas; and other relatives.

Casket bearers will be Herbert Perkins, Robert Reed, Grover Jackson, Johnny Davis, Enos Wiley, and Joe Thomas, Jr.

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Demetra Daniels
Died Aug 13, 1977

Demetra Daniels

Services were to be at 1 p.m. today at Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Demetra Daniels, resident of Fort Worth and former resident of Corsicana, who died Saturday in Fort Worth. Burial was to be at Silent Grove Cemetery in Cheneyboro.

Survivors include her mother, Sharon Ann Daniels of Fort Worth; a grandmother, Johnnie Mae Blair of Fort Worth; and an aunt, Verna Phillips of Corsicana.

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Sarah (McCarther) Hughes
May 17, 1899 - Dec 17, 1977

Mrs. Hughes

Funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Taylor Memorial Church of God in Christ for Mrs. Sarah Hughes, 85, who died Saturday in a local nursing home. Elder Floyd Taylor will officiate, with burial in Cheneyboro Cemetery. Services are under direction of Calhoun Funeral Home.

Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Mattie Barnes of Amarillo; Mrs. Annie Mae Nickels of Ferris; Mrs. Irene Ellis of Corsicana; Mrs. Maude Young of Bakersfield, Calif.; Mrs. Pearl Taylor of Dallas; four sons, Ike Hughes Jr. of Amarillo; Billy Hughes and Curtis Hughes both of Childress; James Earl Hughes of Dallas; 85 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Hattie Newels of Waco.

Grandson will serve as pallbearers.

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Willie Hugh Washington, Sr.
Mar. 8, 1927 - Aug. 29, 1977

W. H. Washington

Services are pending at Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Willie H. Washington, Sr., 50, resident of Kerens, who was killed in an auto accident Monday.

Among the list of survivors include a son, Willie H. Washington Jr. of Kerens and other relatives.

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W. H. Washington

Wake services will be held Friday at 8 p.m. in the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Willie H. Washington, 50, resident of Kerens who was pronounced dead on arrival Monday evening at Memorial Hospital following an auto accident in Kerens.

Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Kerens. Rev. W. T. Broadous will officiate and burial will be in the Goodlow Park Cemetery in Kerens.

He is survived by two sons, Willie H. Washington, Jr. of Kerens and Allen Washington of Rosebud; four daughters, Mrs. Eddie Ferrell of Fort Worth, Mrs. Connie Mason of Kerens, Mrs. Karen Bailey of Rosebud and Miss Annette Washington of Rosebud; eight grandchildren; his mother, Mrs. Lillian Stewart of Kerens; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Lessie Stewart of Kerens; one brother, Roy L. Washington of Richardson; and other relatives.

Casket bearers will be Thurman Chandler, Robert Smith, Ernest Betts Jr., James Martin, William Bryant, and Andrew Bradford.

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Luedenure "Ludenia" (Clay) Brown-Carroll
Jan 1, 1888 - Sep 30, 1977

Mrs. Carroll

Funeral for Mrs. Ludenia Carroll of Dallas, who died Sunday, will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Dallas with burial in Goodlow Park Cemetery in Kerens.

A native of Navarro county, Mrs. Carroll had lived in Dallas for about 15 years.

Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Vera Mae Brown and Mrs. Rosie Bell, both of Dallas.

Local arrangements are with Ross & Johnson Mortuary.

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Asbie Selmon
Jan 5, 1901 - Nov 16, 1977

Asbie Selmon

Wake services will be at 7 p.m. Friday at the Ross and Johnson Mortuary for Asbie Selmon, 78, resident of Kerens, who died Wednesday at Maywood Mannor Nursing Home in Kerens.

Services will be at noon Saturday at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Kerens.

The Rev. A. H. Henderson will officiate, with burial following at Goodlow Park Cemetery. He was a member of Lodge No. 168 of Kerens.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Freddie Selmon of Kerens; two sons, Robert Selmon of Dallas and Clifton Selmon of Arlington; four daughters, Mrs. Ethel Allen of Copperas Cove; Mrs. Thelma Garnerway, Mrs. Lola Whitehead, and Mrs. Carol Littleton, all of Kerens; 13 grandchildren, two brothers, Sam Selmon and Otis Selmon, both of Dallas; four sisters, Mrs. Arthur Lee Jones of Mineral Wells, Mrs. Tommy King of Tyler, Mrs. Gracie Armstrong of Kerens, and Mrs. Arnetta Wilson of Corsicana and other relatives.

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