Barbara June "Babs"
(Stevenson) Dyer

Oct 8, 1945 - May 10, 2025
Barbara
Stevenson Dyer went home to Jesus on May 10, 2025,
surrounded by her family. Babs, as those she loved
knew her, was born on October 8, 1945 in Blooming
Grove, Texas to Fannie Lee and Malcolm "Mac"
Stevenson. Her early years were filled with trips
around the country while her father worked on the
pipeline. Her cousins and her sister were her best
friends. Although terribly shy, Babs enjoyed
cheerleading, dancing, singing, and acting in her
younger days. She graduated from Frost High and
married her high school sweetheart Billy Gene Dyer
in 1964. Together, they built a beautiful family
with their daughter, Brook, and son, Brandon. They
were members of Midlothian Bible Church where Babs
donated innumerable Wednesday nights listening to
memory verses and passing out AWANA awards alongside
her husband. Babs was also a talented artist and
enjoyed sewing, painting, coloring, and making her
own greeting cards. She loved her family, traveling
around the state to watch band contests, listen to
concerts, and watch soccer games for her children
and, later, her grandchildren. In retirement, Babs
enjoyed family, lunches with friends, and a lifelong
dream trip to Israel.
Babs will be greatly missed by her daughter Brook
Campbell and her husband Clay of Fort Worth; son
Brandon Dyer and his wife Jennifer of Mansfield.
"Mimi" is survived by her grandchildren Cody
Campbell and his wife Rachel of Midlothian; Luke
Campbell and wife Ana of Galveston; Samuel Campbell
of Wichita Falls; Lauren Dyer Conroy and her husband
Joel of Kennedale; Rachel Dyer of Mansfield; and
great-grandchildren, Adelyn and Atlas. Barbara is
also survived by her brothers Jim Dugan and his wife
Julie of Corpus Christi, Mike Dugan and his wife
Sherry of Maypearl, and brother-in-law Buddy Dyer of
Fort Worth. Babs was the true example of a Proverbs
woman. She loved God's people well.
Pallbearers are her grandsons Cody Campbell, Luke
Campbell, Sam Campbell, Joel Conroy and her nephews
Kalen Hargrove and Cory Dugan. |
Notes:
Jose Luis Saldana
Mosqueda
September 1, 1962 - May 3, 2025
Jose
Luis Saldana Mosqueda, age 62, of San Antonio,
Texas, passed away in Corsicana, Texas on May 3,
2025. He was born on September 1, 1962, in
Guanajuato, Mexico to Jesus Saldana and Domitila
Mosqueda.
Jose is survived by his beloved wife of four years,
Virginia Hernandez Campos; five brothers and four
sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is
preceded in death by his parents.
Jose was a joyful soul who loved dancing and
listening to music. He had a gift for building and
creating, always working on new projects. One of his
favorite pastimes was planting orchards with his
wife, accompanied by his favorite oldies playing in
the background. His hands were always busy, and his
heart full of love and laughter.
Visitation with the family will be held on
Wednesday, May 14, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at
Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Funeral services will
follow at 4:00 p.m. in the chapel.
Jose's spirit of joy, his love for life, and the
happiness he brought to others will never be
forgotten. |
Duane Kent Evans II
July 26, 1967 - May 7, 2025
With
heavy hearts we announce the passing of Duane Kent
Evans II, "Bubba", a loving husband, daddy and papa.
Bubba was born in Corsicana, Texas to Duane Kent and
Brenda Hollingsworth Evans on July 26, 1967. He
passed away peacefully at home in Blooming Grove at
the age of 57 on May 7, 2025. Bubba grew up in
Mertens and Frost and then later moved to
Blooming Grove and was part of the 1985 graduating
class.
He is preceded in death by his father, Duane Kent
Evans and mother Brenda Elaine Hollingsworth Evans.
He is survived by his loving wife, Paulette Evans,
their children Shae Evans-Clark (AJ), Dustin
"Buster" Evans and Daniel Dobbs (Marissa). Seven
grandchildren, Braxton and Brynlee Evans, Raelynn
and Kentlee Clark, Dane, Jane and Kane Dobbs. He is
also survived by his siblings Glisa DeFrance (Mark),
Lisa Stout, Rory Evans (Ramona) as well as many
nieces, a nephew, aunts, uncles, cousins and many
friends.
He was a machine maintenance at
Williamhouse/National Envelope for many years and
made many friends along the way with his
larger-than-life personality. He could fix anything
he put hands on and always had the best advice. He
took so much pride in the "farm" that he has made a
home for his family. Always building and fixing
something up. He was such a hardworking man and made
sure to instill that in his kids.
He was a very loving, caring and generous man. We
will forever cherish the memories of Bubba's
laughter, his wisdom, and his unwavering love. He
will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Visitation will be 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Tuesday, May
13, 2025, at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home with
funeral service beginning at 2:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First
Baptist Church Blooming Grove. |
Madilyn Blaire Thomas
April 30, 2025 - April 30, 2025
With broken
hearts and deep love, we share the passing of our
beloved daughter, Madilyn Blaire Thomas, who was
born into the arms of Jesus on April 30, 2025.
Though she never took a breath on this earth,
Madilyn's life left a lasting imprint on our hearts.
She was longed for, prayed over, and deeply loved.
Her sweet little face, tiny kicks, heartbeat, and
presence brought joy and anticipation that will
never be forgotten.
Madilyn is the cherished daughter of Hayden and
Alyssa Thomas, and the little sister to Cannan and
Emmett. She is also deeply mourned by her
grandparents, Steven and Suzanne Nutt, David Thomas,
Bruce and Michelle Smith; great grandparents, Butch
and Hilda Nutt, Thomas and Dianna Hester, Bruce
Smith Sr. along with many aunts, uncles, cousins,
and friends who looked forward to meeting her.
Madilyn is preceded in death and welcomed into
heaven by great grandparents, Lee and Lynn Hodge,
Sam and Hazel Thomas, and Linda Smith.
We rest in the comfort that Madilyn now knows only
peace and love in the arms of our Heavenly Father.
Though our time with her was far too short, we will
carry her with us always.
A graveside service will be held at
Eureka
Cemetary on Wednesday, May 7 at 11:00 am. In
lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hope
Center Corsicana in Madilyn's name.
"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before
you were born, I set you apart." � Jeremiah 1:5 |
Dolores Lawanta Hall
Jan 30, 1950 - May 2, 2025
With
heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dolores L.
Hall, who departed this life on May 2, 2025. She was
born on January 30, 1950, in Fort Worth, Texas, to
Maurice and Helen Hall.
Dolores was preceded in death by her parents and her
beloved son, Taggart Cole Hollingsworth.
A woman of many talents and a generous heart,
Dolores found joy in life's simple
pleasures-fishing, cooking, gardening, and curling
up with a good book. She had a gift for restoring
old furniture, bringing new life and beauty to
forgotten pieces. In her younger years, she shared
her love of music by singing in prison ministries,
using her voice to bring comfort and hope to others.
She dedicated 20 years of service to Freestone
Medical Center in Fairfield, where she touched many
lives through her care and compassion.
A graveside service to honor her life will be held
at Oakwood
Cemetery in Corsicana, Texas at 3:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, May 7, 2025, with Tim Cooke officiating.
Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who
knew and loved her. |
Jerry Lynn Stitz
Sep 28, 1948 - May 2, 2025
Jerry
Lynn Stitz, age 76 of Dawson, Texas, passed away
peacefully at his residence on May 2, 2025. He was
born on September 28, 1948, in Waco, Texas to
parents Albert Leo Stitz and Winnie Lee Nichols.
Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 24 years,
Patsy Stitz; his daughter, Karen Stitz; sisters
Susan Smith and husband Ricky, Dianne White and
husband Brayton, and Janice Goebel. He also leaves
behind several nieces, nephews, cousins, and an
extended family who will miss him dearly.
Jerry had a passion for the open road and loved
riding his Harley. He enjoyed traveling and sharing
adventures with his wife, especially trips to
casinos where he liked to try his luck. He also
found great joy in playing guitars and spending time
with loved ones.
Cremation arrangements are under the direction of
Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. A memorial service
will be held at a later date to celebrate his life. |
Ryan Jackson LaRue
Dec 29, 1990 - May 2, 2025
With
heavy hearts, we honor the life of Ryan Jackson
LaRue, age 34, of Frost, Texas, who passed away on
May 2, 2025. Born on December 29, 1990 in Corsicana,
Texas, Ryan was the beloved son of Donnie and Tammie
LaRue.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 11 years,
Camryn LaRue, and their children, Jackson LaRue and
Emma LaRue. He also leaves behind his parents,
Donnie and Tammie LaRue; his siblings, Rachel
Jeremiah, Crystal Perry, and Donnie LaRue, Jr.; his
grandparents, Dan and Voi Dunston, Linda and Bob
Busby; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and
close friends-especially his lifelong friend, JJ
Hanna.
Ryan was a family man through and through. He loved
fishing, gaming, and spending time with his kids. He
enjoyed working on his property and took pride in
improving his home. Known for his sense of humor and
love of a good story, Ryan always kept those around
him smiling. His passion for law enforcement was
evident, and he served with dedication and heart.
Visitation with the family will take place on
Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Funeral services
will be held on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.,
also at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, with Brother
Grady Cashion officiating.
Ryan's memory will forever be treasured by those who
knew and loved him. |
Notes:
Cammy Gail (Lynch)
Stephens
Sep 28,1968 - Apr 29, 2025
Cammy
Gail Stephens, age 56 of Corsicana, Texas, passed
away on April 29, 2025, at Navarro Regional
Hospital. She was born on September 28, 1968, in
Mesquite, Texas, to parents Linda Jackson and George
Lynch.
Cammy was a devoted wife, mother, granny, sister,
and friend. She is survived by her loving husband of
41 years, James Stephens; her mother, Linda;
children Aaron Stephens and wife Heather, and
Preston Stephens and wife Kandice; sisters Linda,
Peggy, and Darlene Beldin and husband Cam Arteaga;
brother Doyle Lynch; brother-in-law Tony Stephens
and wife Janie; and beloved friend Dino Peluso. She
is also survived by her cherished grandchildren:
Kylie Stephens, Mackenzie Stephens, Logan Stephens,
Landyn Stephens, and Liam Stephens, as well as
numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, George
Lynch; her sister, Janie; and her brother, Clifford
Beldin.
Cammy had a love for life's simple pleasures. She
adored her grandchildren and treasured every moment
spent with them. She loved to fish, enjoyed music,
camping, swimming, and could always be found out
looking for a good deal at garage sales. One of her
favorite pastimes was watching her beloved TV show,
Survivor.
Visitation with the family will be held at
Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home on Saturday, May 3,
from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Funeral services will
begin immediately following at 10:00 a.m., with
Pastor Tony Stephens officiating. Burial will follow
at
Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Cam Arteaga, Daniel Arteaga,
Antonio Arteaga, Preston Stephens, Aaron Stephens,
and Ricky Atkeisson. Honorary pallbearer will be
Dino Peluso. |
Hazel Ruth (Wheat)
Jayroe
abt 1938 - Apr 29, 2025
Hazel
Ruth Jayroe, age 87, of Garland, Texas, passed away
peacefully on April 29, 2025. Born in Corsicana,
Texas, Hazel was a beloved daughter, sister, mother,
grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Her
warmth, resilience, and unwavering love left an
indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know
her.
Hazel is survived by her loving family: her children
Terry Jayroe, Shelia Valverde, and Danny Jayroe; her
grandchildren Morgan Tyson, Ross Jayroe, Chuck
Schuerer, John Childress, Phillip Gonzalez, Danny
Jayroe II, Blane Jayroe, Raylee Chandler; and her
great-grandchildren Madi, Jace, Clara, Charlie,
Nathan, Jarrod, Cason, Connor, Kelly, Jaxton, Kye,
Skylar, Evie, Lainey, and Grayson.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Linzie B.
Wheat and Johnnie Mae Carroll Wheat; her husband,
Johnnie Ray Jayroe; her siblings Glen, L.B., Virgil,
Walter, Marvin, Vera, Mae Evelyn, Martha, and
Geneva.
Hazel's life was a testament to strength, faith, and
devotion to family. She will be deeply missed and
fondly remembered by all who knew her.
A memorial service will be held in her honor on
Saturday, May 3rd. Visitation 1:00-2:00 p.m. and
services at 2:00 p.m. at Griffin-Roughton Funeral
Home in Corsicana, Texas. Followed by graveside
service at
Younger Cemetery in Purdon, TX. |
James Todd Morris
Jun 15, 1965 - Apr 26, 2025
James
Todd Morris, age 59, of Corsicana, Texas, passed
away peacefully at his home on Saturday, April 26,
2025. Born on June 15, 1965, in Greenville, Texas,
Todd was the beloved son of J.D. and Merry "Su"
Morris. He was a devoted husband, father, and
friend, whose life was marked by service, love, and
a deep commitment to his community.
Todd's educational journey began in Corsicana, where
he graduated from high school in 1983. A proud
moment in his life was playing as the starting
All-State Center and starting Defensive Tackle under
Coach Don Denbow in the 1982 State Championship
football game-a testament to his dedication and
teamwork.
In 1986, Todd began his law enforcement career with
the Navarro County Sheriff's Department as a
Detention Officer. His passion for serving others
led him to the Corsicana Police Department in 1990,
where he dedicated 35 years of his life to
protecting and serving the community. Over the
years, Todd held various positions within the
department, ultimately serving as Lieutenant since
2017. His commitment to duty and integrity left a
lasting impact on those he worked with and the
community he loved.
Outside of his professional life, Todd was known for
his adventurous spirit. He enjoyed crafting homemade
moonshine and flying drones. In January of 1993, he
met his soulmate, Candace "Candy" Morris, and they
began a beautiful journey together. They were
married in 2002 and built a loving home in
Corsicana, where they shared countless cherished
memories.
Todd had a profound love for animals, and his dogs
held a special place in his heart. He was a gentle
and caring soul, always ready to lend a helping hand
or share a laugh with those around him.
Todd is preceded in death by his father, J.D.
Morris, his grandparents Dale Morris and wife
Willie, Arval Smart and wife Tommie, his "favorite"
aunt Sara Hart, her husband Jerry and cousin Chris.
He is survived by his loving wife, Candy; his
mother, Merry "Su" Morris; and his sons, Timothy
Morris and wife Cynthia, along with their children
Rodney Snodgrass-Morris, Aiden Juarez, Anthony
Juarez, and Albert Juarez; and Brett Stoner and wife
Amber, along with their children Braxton and Asher
Stoner. Todd's legacy of love and service will
continue to live on through his family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 4th, from
4:00 to 6:00 PM at Griffin Roughton Funeral Home
Chapel. Funeral services will take place on Monday,
May 5th, at 11:00 AM at Northside Baptist Church,
with Daniel Harper officiating. Interment will
follow at
Oakwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will include
Michael Dockery, Eric Frank, Robert Johnson, Trent
Parker, Kelly Paul, Braxton Stoner, and Darrell
Waller, with Asher Stoner
and Rusty McMahon serving as the honorary
pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that
donations be made to the Brent Thompson Fallen
Officer Memorial Fund or the Humane Society of
Navarro County. |
Notes:
Janette (Little) Blue
d. Apr 26, 2025
Janette
Blue passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26,
2025, at the age of 71. Born in Corsicana, Texas,
Janette was the daughter of Edgar and Martha Little.
She was the granddaughter of Willis and Mary Bruce,
and Ruben Little and Pattie Taylor DuCort. She
graduated from
Corsicana High School in 1973 and later earned
her nursing degree from Navarro College in 1978,
where she was also a cheerleader. Janette dedicated
her life to her patients at the Family Clinic, where
she worked as a nurse for twenty-seven years before
retiring.
Janette was a member of Trinity Baptist Church. She
was a devoted wife, mother, Deeda, and friend. She
found great joy in spending time with her husband
and grandchildren. She will be remembered for her
servant's heart.
Janette was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar
and Martha Little, and her sister, Deborah (Little)
Fenlason. She is survived by her loving husband of
fifty-one years, Randy Blue; her children, Shannon
Dunn and husband Lawson Dunn, and their children,
Shelton, Blair, and Rylee; Megan Allred and husband
Steve Allred, and their son, Sylas; and son Dusty
Blue and wife Kensley Blue, and their children,
Ethan and Braden. She is also survived by her
brothers, Gideon Little and wife Cathy of Cypress,
Texas, and Jim Little and wife Stacey of Dawson,
Texas, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Janette will be deeply missed by all who knew and
loved her. A Celebration of Life will be held at
2:00 PM on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at
Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, with Bro. Floyd
Peterson officiating. Burial will follow at
Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Lawson Dunn, Steve Allred, Sylas
Allred, Ethan Blue, Braden Blue, and Shelton Dunn. |
Marlene (Weathers)
Parrish
Oct 9, 1935 - Apr 25, 2025
Marlene
Parrish, age 89 of Corsicana, Texas, passed away
peacefully on April 25, 2025. She was born on
October 9, 1935, in Kerens, Texas, to Ola Mae and
Jester Weathers.
Marlene was a proud graduate of
Kerens High School, Class of 1953, where she
played basketball, was a member of the drill team,
and married her high school sweetheart, Jerry
Shelton. Though their paths later parted, she went
on to build a strong and inspiring life devoted to
her children and family.
She spent her entire life in Navarro County and
worked tirelessly to support her family. Over the
years, Marlene held many roles-working for the Adams
Hat Factory, in advertising for Woolworth and the
newspaper, and eventually owning and operating
Shelton's of London Square Men's Wear Store. In
1980, she married Don Parrish, and together they
embraced a life in the country, where she became a
homemaker.
Marlene loved her family deeply. She enjoyed raising
racehorses, spending time with her grandchildren,
and especially cherished Christmas and large family
gatherings. She was a fantastic cook, known for her
ability to make just about anything-and for teaching
her family to do the same.
She is survived by her sons, Lynn Shelton and wife
Jamie, James Shelton, and Darrell Shelton and wife
Cindy; grandchildren Courtney Jenkins and husband
David, Jacob Shelton, Jerod Shelton and wife Hayley,
John Shelton and wife Mary, Whitney Hill and husband
John, Sarah Moore and husband Ethan, Zachery Shelton
and wife Alison, and Wilson Shelton; and 11
great-grandchildren and a host of other friends and
family members.
She was preceded in death by her husband Don
Parrish, her parents, and her sister Chris
Westbrook.
Visitation with the family will be held on Sunday,
April 27, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at
Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Graveside services
will follow at 3:15 p.m. at
Oakwood
Cemetery.
with Pastor Derek Rogers officiating.
Pallbearers will be Jacob Shelton, Jerod Shelton,
Zack Shelton, John Shelton, Wilson Shelton, and
Garrett Shelton.
Marlene will be remembered for her strength,
devotion, and the love she shared so freely with her
family and all who knew her. The family would like
to extend their heartfelt thanks to The Village at
Heritage Oaks for their compassion and care, and to
the caretakers Erica Simms, Debbie Anderson, and
Debora Porch who lovingly took care of Marlene. Your
kindness and support meant the world during this
time. |
Austin Ernest Nixon
Mar 5, 1939 - Apr 24, 2024
Austin
Ernest Nixon, 86, passed away peacefully on
Thursday, April 24, 2025 at home with his family by
his side. A celebration of life service will take
place at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home on Monday,
April 28, 2025 at 1 p.m. Austin was born on March 5,
1939 in Ochlocknee, Georgia to Charlie Dawson Nixon
and Estelle Gertrude Owens. He started his career
with Frosty Morn Meats in Panama City, FL where he
climbed the ladder taking him to Quincy, FL and
Clarksville, TN. Austin decided to change from the
meat industry to the pecan industry in 1972. He
spent over 40 years in the pecan industry
and was known for his dedication to clients,
co-workers and community. Austin was a former
vice-president of Young Pecan Shelling Company and
retired general manager from Navarro
Pecan Company. He enjoyed spending time with his
family, working in the yard, family vacations, and
volunteering at his church. Austin was longtime
member of St. John's Episcopal Church.
He is survived by
his loving wife of 46 years, JoAnne J. Nixon;
daughters, Karen McLeod (Hendley) of Perry, GA;
Allie Riley (Chris) of Corsicana, TX; Emily Dever
(Dan) of Corsicana, TX; Susan Southerland of
Corsicana, TX; sons, Joe Southerland (Kimberly) of
Canton, GA; John Southerland (Michelle) of
Gainesville, FL; Brandon Johnson of Tulsa, OK;
grandchildren, Erin McLeod, Megan Southerland,
Kaylee Southerland, Morrigan Lucas, Jake
Southerland, Kylie Southerland, Joey Dever, Wes
Weger, Ella Dever, Sam Dever, Bryson Nixon, and Emma
Jo Riley; great-grandchild, Hadrian Jempson;
brothers, Dawson Nixon (Barbara) of Woodstock, GA;
Glynn Nixon of Cairo, GA; sister Charlie Finney of
Albany, GA. He was preceded in death by his parents,
Charlie Dawson Nixon and Estelle Gertrude Owens;
brothers, Clifton "Brother" Nixon; Edwin E. "Buster'
Nixon; sisters, Dora Belle Howell; Opal Grooms;
Sarah Fletcher; son, Richard Ernest Nixon;
daughters, Jennifer Lorraine Nixon; Mary Christa
Southerland; and grand-daughter, Julie Anna Weger.
Austin wore many hats and went by many names. He was
often called Buddy as much if not more than being
called Dad. Austin will be remembered for his
kindness, unwavering integrity, and love for his
family. His "little sayings" and his smile were
gifts to everyone who knew him. In lieu of flowers,
the family requests donations to St. Jude's
Hospital. Friends and family are invited to
Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home on Monday, April 28,
2025 at 1 p.m. Graveside service will follow at
Oakwood Cemetery. |
Rita Jane Edens
Mar 23, 1935 - Apr 22, 2025
Rita
was born in Corsicana, Texas on March 23, 1935. She
recently celebrated her 90th birthday. Rita passed
away peacefully in her home on April 22, 2025.
She had a blessed and joyous life! Rita graduated
from Corsicana High School and attended SMU. At SMU
she graduated with degrees in government, history
and secondary education. As an educator she taught
classes in the Dallas Independent School District,
Highland Park Independent School District, and spent
28 years teaching abroad. She taught in Tokyo,
Japan; Ankara, Turkey; and in England for 25 years
at Lakenheath in Suffolk County. She concluded her
teaching career upon returning home in Corsicana
where she taught government at Corsicana High School
for years.
Rita was a world traveler. Her journeys included all
of Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Far East, South
America, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and all around
the United States. In addition, her hobbies were
collecting British antiques from the 16th and 17th
centuries. She enjoyed her collection of paintings,
furniture and oriental rugs. She was an avid
gardener, excellent bridge player and was an
accomplished electronic organ player. Rita won
several major awards in organ competitions in
England. She was an avid reader. She also took up
oil painting later in life.
Always adventurous, Rita completed a Freefall
Skydive to celebrate her 74th birthday.
Perhaps Rita's greatest interest was in historic
preservation. She purchased a 450-year-old manor
house in Suffolk, England and spent 25 years
joyfully restoring all 23 rooms. She also cultivated
the acre and a half property with immaculate gardens
and landscaping.
When Rita returned to Corsicana, she purchased the
Tudor style Wortham home. She lovingly restored the
house and completely relandscaped the grounds. She
took great pride in her home and gardens.
Rita's most valued treasures were her Christian
faith, her family, her family's heritage (original
land grant settlers), her friends, and her Siamese
and Burmese cats through the years. She loved the
comradery of her Mills Place neighborhood and
consider them wonderful friends.
Rita was preceded in death by her parents Irene Kent
Edens and Joseph Wesley Edens, Jr.; sister JoRene
Helms. Deborah Helms, Harvey Helms II, and Daphne
Helms Kennemore her nieces and nephew. Rita is
survived by one niece Deah McCoy and husband Byron,
Joe Kennemore; and great nieces and nephews Wesley
Helms, Ashley Garcini and husband Carlos, Colin Dowd
and wife Sarah, Kent McCoy and wife Carly, Caleb
McCoy and wife Katherine and Katherine McCoy. Rita
is also survived by great- great nephews Brooks
McCoy, Brady McCoy, Miller McCoy, Warren Dowd, Gavin
Helms, and great great niece Hadley Helms.
A graveside service will be held at
Oakwood
Cemetery.
on Saturday April 26th at 2:00 p.m. Memorials may be
made to Preservation Corsicana or to the Kinsloe
House. Rita lived a wonderful life and will be
greatly missed by those that knew her. |
Notes:
Joanes Suwain
Jul 31, 1964 - Apr 21, 2025
Joanes
Suwain, age 60, of Corsicana, Texas, passed away
peacefully on April 21, 2025, at Navarro Regional
Hospital. He was born on July 31, 1964, in Chuuk,
Micronesia, to parents Yukie Attek and Yosuo Suwain.
Joanes is survived by his siblings: Jimmy Suwain,
Maria Suwain Middleton, John Suwain, Cecilia Suwain,
and Bridget Suwain. He also leaves behind numerous
nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews who
will deeply miss his kind and generous spirit.
He is preceded in death by his siblings: Fumiko
Suwain Chaniel, Inamwo Suwain, Rosina Suwain
Pagaduan, Paul Suwain, and James Suwain.
Joanes was a man of strong Christian faith, known
for his quiet strength and kind heart. He found joy
in hard work, loved visiting his family, and always
brought warmth and laughter wherever he went. He
made it a point to check on loved ones and was
happiest when surrounded by others.
Joanes had a peaceful and humble nature. He never
sought conflict, choosing instead to live with
compassion and care for those around him. He had a
unique ability to ease tensions and promote unity,
and his love for others was evident in every aspect
of his life.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date
to honor the memory of Joanes and the many lives he
touched with his grace and kindness. |
Julio Angel Fontao
Apr 15, 2025 - Apr 15, 2025
Julio
Angel Fontao was born and passed away on April 15,
2025. In his brief moments with us, he brought
immeasurable love to his parents, Julio Fontao and
Noami Marie Arriaga, and to all who awaited his
arrival. Though his time was short, his memory will
be cherished forever.
Julio Angel Fontao is survived by his parents, Julio
Fontao and Noami Arriaga; his sister, Araceli Marie
Fontao; his paternal grandparents, Julio and Cathy
Fontao; and his maternal grandparents, Brian and
Amanda Ayala. He is also lovingly remembered by his
aunts Erika K. Coronado, Jasmin Fontao, Esabella A.
Ayala, Neena B. Herrera, Elena Gonzalez and Alondra
Gonzalez; his uncles Cesar Fontao, Richard Herrera
Jr., Christopher Adam Moreno, Julius R. Salas,
Julian R. Salas, and Joshua L. Coronado; along with
numerous cousins, dear family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather Jose
Angel Arriaga and his great grandfather Miguel Angel
Fontao.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Cesar Fontao, Josh
Coronado, Richard Herrera Jr., Christopher Adam
Moreno, Julius Salas, and Julian Salas.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on
Friday, April 25, 2025, at
Calvary
Catholic Cemetery, with Father Juan Carlos Marin
officiating.
Julio Angel Fontao will remain forever in the hearts
of those who love him. |
Rexie Lee Folmar
Jan 10, 1935 - Jun 11, 2025
Rexie
Lee Folmar age 90 was born on January 10, 1935, to
Rex and Bernice (Burleson) Folmar in Winkler, TX. He
went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 11,
2025, in Corsicana. He married the love of his life
Mona Jo Rash on October 2, 1953. Together they
shared 59 years of love before her death in 2012.
Rex graduated from
Mildred High School in 1953. He began his work
career in the oil field and later became a farmer.
Rex and Mona raised produce for Corsicana Farmer's
Market for many years. Rex was also a gifted
woodworker.
Survivors include his son Kenny (Ginny) Folmar,
daughter Rhonda Gardner, daughter in law Tracy
Folmar.
He is preceded in death by his wife Mona Jo, son
Brent Folmar and his parents Rex and Bernice.
He is also survived by 8 grandchildren, Laura
(Stuart) Smith, Bethany (Josh) Martin, Emily (Nolan)
Nahidi, Lance (Michelle) Gardner, Megan (Justin)
Jennings, Logan (Brittnie) Gardner, Hunter (Chelsea)
Folmar, Houston Folmar (Sheldon Stewart).
Rex was also blessed with 21 great grandchildren.
Services are June 17 at Corley's Funeral Home with
visitation at 10:00 followed by celebration of life
at 11:00.
Burial will be at
Eureka
cemetery. Services will be conducted by Jonathan
Cobb.
Serving as pallbearers are grandsons and grandsons
in law, Stuart Smith, Josh Martin, Nolan Nahidi,
Lance Gardner, Justin Jennings, Logan Gardner,
Hunter Folmar, Sheldon Stewart.
Serving as honorary pallbearers are great grandsons,
Gabriel Gardner, Brady Martin, Walker Smith, Slade
Martin, Lawson Jennings, Hudson Gardner, Texas
Gardner, Finley Gardner, Knox Jennings, and Beckett
Gardner. |
Betty Louise Cobb
Sep 27, 1926 - Jun 6, 2025
Betty
Louise Cobb, a cherished soul known affectionately
as Betty by her loved ones, passed away on June 6,
2025, at the age of 98 in Corsicana, Texas. Born on
September 27, 1926, in Mexia, Texas, Betty's life
was marked by her loving nature, creative spirit,
and unwavering kindness.
Betty was the heart of her family, a beacon of light
and warmth to all who knew her. She was predeceased
by her devoted husband, Wallace Thurman Cobb, and
her respected son-in-law, Randall Aston Martin. Her
legacy continues through her son, JD Cobb, and his
wife, Lisa Diane Cobb; her daughter, Carolyn Cobb
Martin; her adored granddaughter, Kristen Martin;
and her treasured great-granddaughters, Sydney and
Skylar Lohkamp. Betty also leaves behind Minnie
Pearl, the family dog and loyal companion, who
brought her immense joy and comfort in her later
years.
Before retiring, Betty dedicated many years of
service to Johnson Controls in the Globe Battery
Division located in Garland, Texas. Her colleagues
remember her as a steadfast and reliable presence,
always ready with a helping hand or a word of
encouragement. Betty's interests were a reflection
of her vibrant character. She loved square dancing
in her younger years with Thurman, her life partner
in every sense. Her hands were rarely still, as she
found joy in sewing and cooking, collecting
antiques, and creating a home filled with love and
the aroma of delicious meals. Betty's love for
travel took her on many adventures, but she was
always happiest cheering on her beloved Texas
Rangers, a passion she held close to her heart.
Those who knew Betty will recall a woman of
remarkable creativity, always finding new ways to
express her love and care. She was the embodiment of
kindness, touching the lives of everyone around her
with her gentle demeanor and generous spirit. Her
love extended beyond her family and friends, as she
was a friend to all, always willing to lend an ear
or share a smile. As we bid farewell to Betty Louise
Cobb, we celebrate the profound impact she had on
our lives. Her memory will be cherished and kept
alive in the stories we share and the love we
continue to carry in our hearts. Betty's journey on
this earth may have come to an end, but the legacy
of her love will resonate for generations to come. |
Gretchen (Bruins) London
Feb 1, 1927 - Jun 2, 2025
Gretchen
London, 98, was called home to be with our Lord, on
June 2, 2025. She was born on February 1, 1927, in
Alto, Wisconsin, the third of four children born to
John and Henrietta Bruins.
Gretchen was raised on the floor above Alto's
general store that her father owned. One of her
daily chores when she got home from school was to
run downstairs to wait on customers when the store's
doorbell rang, often greeting school children coming
in to buy penny candy from their large candy
counter. She attended a one-room schoolhouse in Alto
for grades 1 � 8, always believing she was given the
epitome of "personalized learning." She then
attended Waupun High School, seven miles away.
Driving the carpool for all the Alto students (known
collectively to the other high school students as
the "Dutchmen from Alto"), she charged each rider $1
a week, thinking of herself as an "opportunist." In
high school she excelled in Debate, debating her
senior year in the Capitol Building in Madison, and
graduated as salutatorian in May 1944.
After high school Gretchen attended Hope College in
Holland, Michigan, for one year. Then, her sister
Cathie, seven years older, enticed her to join her
in the "south" for her next year of college. Always
a self-described "wanderlust" at heart, Gretchen
jumped at the chance and transferred to LSU. After
another year she transferred to Baylor School of
Nursing in Dallas, where she served as President of
her freshman class. While there, in addition to
learning hard subjects like Anatomy and Physiology,
she remembers learning the skill of making beds and
being tested on how tight she could make the sheets!
She met her husband, Jack London, in February 1948 -
he was visiting his Uncle Chris in the hospital in
Dallas, and Gretchen was his uncle's (student)
nurse. Jack had an immediate interest in Gretchen,
asking her out for that night; she said she would be
going to Lakewood Baptist Church, and he was welcome
to join her, so he did! The rest is history � she
graduated from Baylor in May 1949; they married in
Beaumont, Texas in December 1949; and Jack graduated
from Texas A&M University/College Station in January
1950. They travelled to Wisconsin for their
honeymoon so Jack could get Gretchen's dad's
approval for their marriage that had already taken
place!
Gretchen and Jack began married life in Karnes City,
then moved to Rockdale, then Kaufman, and finally
settled in Corsicana, Texas, beginning in 1958. Jack
died in May 2008 and Gretchen moved to Katy in 2012
to be closer to her children.
Living in Corsicana for 50-plus years, Gretchen
worked as an RN in the pediatricians' office at
Medical Arts Clinic, seeing multiple generations
grow up in Corsicana. She ended her nursing career
working in the Navarro County Health Department,
giving immunizations to more generations of
Corsicana children.
Gretchen has been an avid baker, bridge-player,
walker, and Texas A&M supporter. She was an active
member of First United Methodist Church in
Corsicana, serving in many ministries, such as
chancel choir, UMW, Meals on Wheels, Bazaar, and
Sunday School teacher. Upon moving to Katy, she
transferred her membership to Grace Fellowship
Methodist Church.
Gretchen is survived by her three children, Cheryl
and husband Greg Skinner, Stephen and wife Jann
London, and Melanie and husband Mike Fossum;
grandchildren, Brittney (and Casey) Campbell, Paige
Skinner, Mylea (and Noah) Johnson, Bryce (and
Rachel) London, Carrie (and Jonathan) Braun,
Mitchell (and Emily) Fossum, John Fossum and Amy
Sproul, and Kenny Fossum; her 15
great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and
their spouses; and friends too numerous to count.
Gretchen is preceded in death by her husband, Jack
London, a sister, Catherine Williams, and her
husband, Lee A. Williams; a brother, Delton Bruins;
a brother Lowell Bruins, and his wife Marge; and her
parents, John H. and Henrietta Bruins.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks
to the staff of Atria Cinco Ranch Katy, Light Heart
Memory Care-Clear Lake, and Spectrum Hospice for
their compassionate care and support.
There will be a graveside service in
Oakwood
Cemetery.
in Corsicana at 11:00 on Saturday, June 7. A
luncheon will follow in Martin Hall at First
Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions
in her memory may be made to First Methodist Church
Corsicana. |
Mary Diane Barbee
Aug 15, 1950 - May 21, 2025
With
hearts full of love & sorrow, We announce the
passing of Mary Diane Barbee. A beloved Mother and
Nanny whose life was a testament of love, family &
nurturing.
Mary Diane Barbee, 74 was born on August 15th, 1950,
on a warm summer day in Corsicana, Texas. She took
her last breath & gained her angel wings in the
early hours of May 21st, 2025, while surrounded by
her loved ones at home.
Adulting came early, in her life, all she knew was
work & taking care of her family. She spent her
younger years working at Haggard Slacks & Adams Hat
Factory.
She then embraced a life of caring for lots of
children. Her in home daycare was a place where
little ones were comforted, given gentle kisses for
their booboos & had full bellies, every day before
they went home.
She married the love of her life, Roger 48 years ago
in Hugo, Oklahoma. Together they raised 3 beautiful
daughters: Brandi, Brooke, & Buffie. She had 6
grandchildren who she loved dearly- Brianna,
Steelee, Colten, Jayse Brooklyn & Madison. And one
great granddaughter, Tinslee, who she absolutely
adored.
Diane, most knew her as Di or Nanny. Known for her
Sunday meals. Spent the majority of her life taking
care of her family. She dedicated her life to
loving, raising & caring for her family, making that
her greatest legacy.
Diane will always be lovingly remembered by her
daughters: Brandi Laudon of Corsicana, Brooke Barbee
of Corsicana, & Buffie Barbee of Corsicana. Her Son
in Law Charles Lewis of Corsicana. Granddaughter
Brianna Benner & Fianc� Ryan Moran of Corsicana.
Granddaughters Steelee Benner, Brooklyn Sanchez &
Madison Lewis of Corsicana. Grandsons Colten Lewis &
Jayse O'Pry of Corsicana. Great Granddaughter
Tinslee Grace of Corsicana.
Diane is preceded in death by her beloved husband
Roger Barbee. Her father Hubert Ray Terrell & her
Mother Marjorie (Margie) Terrell. Her Brother Dennis
Ray Terrell. & Son in Law Christopher Laudon.
"..Nanny, your life was a blessing & your memory a
treasure. You are loved beyond words & missed beyond
measure" |
Billy Jonathan Batton
Dec 14, 1967 - May 6, 2025
Billy
Jonathan Batton, known affectionately to all as
Jonathan, was born on December 14, 1967, in the
small town of Corsicana, Texas. On the 6th of May,
2025, Jonathan was unexpectedly called home to be
with the Lord in the very town where his earthly
journey began. Jonathan was a man of deep faith,
whose kind and friendly nature was a testament to
the love he carried in his heart. A true son of
Corsicana, he walked among us always ready with a
quick smile and a "how's it going?" Jonathan's
outgoing, talkative nature meant no dull moment in
any conversation.
Jonathan was preceded in death by his immediate
family�his father and mother, Bill and Jane, and his
sister, Lisa. He is survived by his former wife,
Amanda Padgett; children Harper and Brooks; his aunt
Barbara Cartwright; his aunt and uncle, Nancy and
Phil Hawk; and a host of cousins and special friends
whose lives he touched in countless ways.
Jonathan's education began at Corsicana schools,
where he attended from kindergarten through
graduation. After some time at Navarro College,
Jonathan lent his skills to Exxon-Mobil, where many
lasting friendships were formed over 15 years. He
later served as an internet/fleet manager for Ford
Motor Company for many years, where his passion for
super duty trucks was not just part of his job, but
a personal joy. He had a little boy-like enthusiasm
for big trucks and heavy duty equipment.
Jonathan was a very talented professional drummer,
first rock then becoming a country drummer. He
played with many local DFW bands and loved playing
his drums. He had an encyclopedic knowledge of music
and musicians. But above all, Jonathan LOVED dogs,
especially his beloved Max and Charley. His face
would light up at the sight of any canine companion,
and his gentle way with animals was a true
reflection of his soul. He often said if he had the
money, he would open up a dog rescue. Max and
Charley were surely eagerly awaiting Jonathan at the
Rainbow Bridge!
Jonathan had a lot of problems and endured much
suffering in the last years of his life. Multiple
medical conditions, including severe diabetes,
alcoholism and mental health issues tormented
Jonathan. As a man of prayer, Jonathan found comfort
in the Lord. As we say farewell to Jonathan, let us
remember the good times of his life, his laughter,
the beat of his drum and his smile. Jonathan's
journey on this earth has come to an end, but his
spirit lives on. Let us give thanks for the time we
were blessed to share with him, and let us rejoice
in the knowledge that he is whole and healthy again,
no longer suffering and has found peace in the arms
of our Heavenly Father.
We will miss you, Jonathan...and until we meet
again, rest in eternal peace. See you on the other
side, brother.
Memorial service for Jonathan will be at First
Methodist Church in Corsicana on May 22, 2025 at
2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please take a bag of
dog food or toys to your local animal rescue. |
Susan Jeanene (Neal) Wisdom
Sep 7, 1955 - May 5, 2025
Mrs.
Susan Neal Wisdom, age 69, of Eureka, passed away
unexpectedly Sunday night, May 4, 2025, at her
residence. She was born September 7, 1955, in Smith
County, daughter of the late Gene and Reba Neal.
She was born in Tyler and grew up in Mount Pleasant.
Later, she graduated from Marshall Senior High
School where she met her husband before moving to
Navarro County to start a family of her own. She got
her bachelors of business administration from Sam
Houston St University in 1977. She was a member and
Treasurer of Eureka United Methodist Church and
Secretary of the Eureka City Council. She was also a
former paraprofessional at Mildred ISD, room mother,
4-H club manager, Sunday School and Vacation Bible
School teacher, Mildred PTO member, and election
judge and clerk. She enjoyed puzzles, birdwatching,
and spending time with her children and
grandchildren. She was a godly woman who was
generous with her time and energy through serving
the community.
Susan is survived by her husband, Michael; two sons
and a daughter-in-law, David and Tara of Hutto and
Robert of Frisco; three grandchildren, Charlotte,
Claire, and Nolan of Hutto. She also leaves many
other family members and friends who will sadly miss
her.
Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday,
May 10, 2025, at Corley Funeral Home in Corsicana,
with Pastor Miller officiating. Burial will follow
in the
Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery in Corsicana.
Visitation is from 5 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, May
9, 2025, at the funeral home.
Susan's family will serve as pallbearers.
Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.corleyfuneralhome.com. |
Notes:
Genevieve K. Weston
Sep 12, 1924 - May 4, 2025
Genevieve
K. Weston, affectionately known as Ginny to her
friends and family, passed away peacefully of
natural causes on May 4, 2025, in Corsicana, Texas.
Born on September 12, 1924, in Cleveland,
Mississippi, Ginny's life was a rich tapestry of
joy, love, and cherished moments that spanned over a
century.
Ginny's early years in Mississippi laid the
foundation for a life full of adventure and
close-knit family ties. It was in Mesa, Arizona that
she met and married the love of her life, Phil
Weston, who preceded her in death. Together, they
built a life filled with laughter and mutual
respect. The loss of her daughter Debbie Hoggatt
LeGodais and son-in-law Tom LeGodais was a profound
sadness in her life, yet Ginny's strength and
resilience were an inspiration to those around her.
A devoted mother, Ginny is survived by her son,
Willis "Billy" Hoggatt, and his wife, Laurie. Her
legacy continues through her four granddaughters,
Jenna Bradley and her husband Joe, DeVon Ellis and
her husband Reid, Lauren White and her husband Carl,
and Leanne Lloyd and her husband Jarrod , as well as
8 great grandchildren. In addition, Ginny had very
close ties with her cousins and many nieces and
nephews.
Ginny's interests were as diverse as they were
passionate. She was an avid golfer and loved playing
bridge, a game that allowed her to engage with
friends for social enjoyment. Ginny lived her last
10 years at Heritage Oaks in Corsicana, Texas where
she made so many friends. She was referred to as
generous, kind hearted woman who gave everyone she
met her enduring friendship. |
Deborah Kay (Lindsey)
Melton
Nov 17, 1950 - June 21, 2025
Temple,
Texas - Deborah Kay Lindsey Melton, wife, mother,
homemaker, prayer warrior and friend, passed away on
June 21, 2025. Debbie was born on November 17, 1950,
in San Antonio, Texas, to Mr. and Mrs. James "Jim"
Lindsey. After graduating as the A&M Consolidated
High School in College Station in 1969, she attended
Texas A&M University, graduating with a bachelor's
degree in elementary education in 1973. During her
time at Texas A&M University she met Charles Thomas
Melton from Sallisaw, Oklahoma, who she married on
May 27, 1972.
For 53 years she followed Charles all over Texas
from the Red River to the Rio Grande Valley to the
Texas Panhandle and even up to Salina, Kansas in
1989. After more than 10 years away from Texas,
Charles and Debbie moved to Temple, Texas in 2000,
where they sank roots in the community they call
home. Along the way and over the thousands of miles,
she helped raise two sets of twin boys.
Debbie devoted her life to making a home for her
sons and her husband through serving others and
seldom asking for anything or doing anything for
herself. She was a friend to everyone who met her,
and a true prayer warrior, who devoted herself to
praying for others and writing cards and letters to
friends, relatives, and other loved ones each
morning before she went about the rest of her day.
Even as her health began failing Debbie Melton made
home a safe place of refuge for her husband and her
sons when they returned home to visit. Homecooked
meals were always on the table, and when her boys
were away, she sent them care packages filled with
cookies and other baked goodies.
Debbie loved her many colorful hats, which she
proudly wore as she hugged everyone she met, friend
and stranger alike. She never met a stranger, and
anyone who had the privilege of meeting her knew she
had a heart of gold and loved them just as they
were. Even with her last breath on Earth, her family
and loved ones knew she was praying for them,
because that's just who she was.
Debbie Melton passed away on June 21, 2025, at 74
years of age. She was preceded by her parents, a
sister, Sherry Lindsey, and a grandson, Timothy
Aaron Melton. Debbie is survived by her husband of
53 years, Charles Thomas Melton, and four sons,
Charles Howard of Silver Springs, Md., Paul David of
New York City, N.Y,, James Andrew of Benbrook, Texas
and his wife, Melissa, and John Mark of Dallas,
Texas and his wife, Amanda, and four grandchildren,
CJ Melton of Port Orchard, Washington, Mark and
Hannah Melton of Dallas, Texas, and Ethan Melton of
Benbrook, Texas. She is also survived by her
sisters, Pam Bonner and Lorinda Hughes, and numerous
cousins.
Visitation will be on Thursday, June 26, 2025, from
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home,
3110 Airport Road, Temple, Texas. Funeral service
will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 27, 2025, at the
3C Cowboy Fellowship Church, 16258 Gooseneck Road,
Salado, Texas, and burial will be at 3:00 p.m.,
Friday, June 27 at the
Pattison
Cemetery near Emhouse, Texas. In lieu of
flowers, the family asks that donations in her
memory be made to 3C Cowboy Fellowship Church, 16258
Gooseneck Road, Salado, TX 76571. |
Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun
- Sat., June 28, 2025
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
- w/o Charles Thomas
Melton - d/o James Luther "Jim" Lindsey and Frances
Lillian (Davenport) Lindsey
Ila "Sue (Cansler) Adams
June 24, 1944 - May 10, 2025
Corsicana
- Ila "Sue" Cansler Adams, 80, of Austin, Texas
passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025, of complications
associated with Parkinson's disease. Sue grew up in
Corsicana, TX and was a member of the Class of 1962
of Corsicana High School. She later attended the
University of North Texas. She was a lifelong
resident of Texas, spending most of her life in
Corsicana, Dallas and ultimately Austin.
Sue was a devoted Christian and loved the community
at Saint John's United Methodist Church. She loved
to travel and was always exploring new recipes and
cuisine. She had a passion for cinema, which she
passed on to her two sons. She was known for her
gentle spirit and endless amount of patience with
children. She spent a considerable amount of her
working life caring for children. She loved the
children she cared for like her own and they in turn
loved her. She was a friend to many, hard-working
and self-reliant. Her latter years were spent at
Buckner Villas, where she made new friends.
Sue is survived by her brother Larry Lee Cansler and
her two sons Glenn Wayne Adams and Tobin Lee Adams.
She follows her father Alvin Hines Cansler, mother
Ila Inez Cansler, and half-brother Robert Hines
Cansler in death.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday, May 24, 2025
at Saint John's United Methodist Church in Austin at
10:00 AM. Funeral services will be held at
Oakwood
Cemetery in Corsicana the following afternoon. |
Notes:
Gerald Wayne Tuley
May 12, 1943 - Jun 13, 2025
Gerald
Wayne Tuley was born at St. Medical Center in Dallas
on May 12, 1943 and passed from this life June 13,
2025 in Italy, Texas. Gerald Wayne grew up in
Lancaster, Texas. Throughout his youth, he was an
avid sportsman playing basketball, football,
baseball, and softball. On August 31, 1962, he
married his high school sweetheart, Ruth Ann Green,
in Frost, Texas.
Gerald Wayne and Ruth Ann made their home in
Lancaster. In 1965, they welcomed their first son,
Scott, and in 1972, they welcomed their second son,
Kelly, into the world. After moving to Mineola in
1982 for a year, they returned to their hometown of
Lancaster where they lived until 1984 when they
moved to Red Oak where they currently live. Once
they moved back to the area from Mineola, Gerald
Wayne became a district manager for the Dallas
Morning News. He retired from the paper with over 50
years of service.
Gerald Wayne was a lover of life, his family, and
his friends. He was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather. He and Ruth Ann shared 62 years of
marriage and were inseparable. Most of all, Gerald
Wayne loved his grandkids and great-grandkids. Their
Pops never missed one of their events. He was always
there to cheer them on.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and
Stella Tuley.
Gerald Wayne is survived by his beloved wife of 62
years, Ruth Ann Tuley; his son, Kelly Tuley and wife
Monica; his son, Scott Tuley and wife Angie; his
grandchildren, Justin Tuley and wife Mary, Austin
Tuley, Raegan Morris, Bradyn Morris, Alisha Tuley,
and Jason Moore; his great-grandchildren, Aubrey
Moore, Wyatt Tuley, Thomas Moore, and Ryder Moore;
his sister, Evelyn Smith and her husband Ken; and
numerous extended family and friends.
The family will receive friends from 5:30pm to
7:30pm on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at Byrum Funeral
Home in Lancaster. A celebration of Gerald Wayne's
life will be at 10:00am on Thursday, June 19, 2025
at the Cowboy Church of Ellis County in Waxahachie,
TX. |
Notes:
Shivaun Lynn (Mims) Kent
Jan 17, 1957 - Feb 19, 2025
Shivaun
Lynn Kent went to be with her beloved Lord and
Savior on February 19, 2025 after a decade long
battle with cancer. She lived her life devoted to
Christ, and lived as an awesome example of a Godly
woman, always pointing people to Jesus, especially
her family. We can have peace in the knowledge that
upon her arrival in Heaven she heard "Well done,
good and faithful servant."
Shivaun was born to Bob and Lee Ann Mims on January
17, 1957 in New Iberia, LA. In her early years she
would call Buffalo, TX home, and attended Buffalo
schools before completing a bachelor's degree in
education from the University of Texas at Tyler. She
taught school for thirty-four years, the majority of
which with Kerens ISD, where she enriched the lives
of many children and made many lifelong friendships.
Her greatest joy, though, was being a mom and a
nana. She never missed any of her children's or
grandchildren's activities and was their biggest
supporter. You could always count on her for a hug
or chocolate chip cookie from her kitchen. She was
her daughter's best friend and would chat with her
every morning like they were just down the road from
one another and not thousands of miles apart. As her
son would always say, "If I needed a pencil while I
was in college, my mom would've driven from Kerens
to College Station to give me one", and he wasn't
wrong. That was the kind of person she was and she
will be greatly missed.
She is preceded in death by her father, Robert A.
Mims, and is survived by her husband of forty years,
Will Kent of Kerens, TX, and their two children: son
Andrew Kent and his wife Mary of Mildred, TX, and
daughter Adlee Winkelman and her husband Curtis of
Keizer, OR. She was the proudest Nana of six
grandchildren whom she adored with every heartbeat:
Kinsley, McCoy, Taytum, Hayden, Jack, and Quinn. She
is also survived by her mother, Lee Ann Mims of
Buffalo,
TX, and her sisters: Dixie Brewer, Rhonda Bangs, and
Hanida Oliver, all of Buffalo, TX, and many nieces
and nephews.
The family thanks everyone for their prayers and
well-wishes during this temporary time of loss, but
as 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 says, "But we do not want
you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are
asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who
have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died
and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will
bring with him those who have fallen asleep."
There will be a visitation Sunday, February 23, 2025
at Paschal Funeral Home in Kerens, TX from 6:00 -
8:00 PM. The funeral service will be Monday,
February 24, 2025 at First Baptist Church of Kerens
at 2:00 PM, with a graveside to follow at
Kerens
Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a
donation be made to First Baptist Church of Kerens,
or the charity of your choice.
The Corsicana Daily Sun - Fri., Feb. 21, 2025
|
Notes:
- w/o Will Loyd Kent;
d/o Robert A. "Bob" Mims and Lee Ann Mims
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
Alta Marie
"Bobbie" (West) Summers
Jan 30, 1928 - Feb 16, 2025
Alta
Marie Summers, 97, of Temple and formerly of Dawson,
passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025, in Temple.
Funeral services are 2:00 p.m. Monday, February 24
Saturday at Wade Funeral Chapel in Hubbard with Rev.
Brad Brittain officiating. Interment will follow in
Dawson Cemetery. Visitation will be 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
on Monday prior to the services at the funeral home.
Alta was born in Post, Texas and was nicknamed
Bobbie by her grandpa. She spent her childhood on a
dairy farm in Hale Center, before attending nursing
school at SMU in Dallas as part of the last US Army
Cadet nurses' program. She graduated as a Registered
Nurse in 1948 and married Norman Ray Summers the
same year. They relocated from Dallas to Dawson in
1960. Bobbie worked at a labor and delivery nurse at
Navarro Regional Hospital for several years before
becoming a school nurse at several rural communities
including Hubbard, before finishing her career at
Dawson ISD.
She was a life-long Methodist and an active member
of First United Methodist Church in Dawson, serving
as a Sunday school teacher, assisting with the
Lord's Acre and women's ministries. She was an
active member of the Dawson Lion's Club, Dawson
Bulldog Booster Club and Garden Club.
Bobbie was proceeded in death by her husband of 73
years, Norman in 2019 and her son, Ray in 2005.
She is survived by her daughter Kay Langford and
husband, Walter of Temple, two grandsons, Micah
Langford of Temple and Aaron Langford and wife,
Lindsay of Georgetown, great-grandson, Tyler
Langford and wife, Emily of Georgetown.
Memorials may be made to Dawson First United
Methodist Church.
|
Notes:
Anita L. (Thomas) Hughes
Oct 21, 1940 - Feb 1, 2024 (83 years old)
Frost, Texas
Anita L. Hughes Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Anita
L. Hughes of Frost, Texas, born in Anderson, Indiana, who
passed away on February 1, 2024, at the age of 83, leaving
to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the
family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Anita L.
Hughes to show support.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her
parents, Lorena Isabel Heath Thomas and Emil Emerson Thomas;
and her husband Michael Leaming Hughes.
She was particularly devoted to the Alzheimer's foundation,
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Leukemia &
Lymphoma Society.
Lavera Genell
(Rhodes) Ponder
Aug 31, 1934 - Apr 14, 2025
Genell
Rhodes Ponder entered Heaven on Monday, April 14,
2025. She was a beautiful, loving lady known for her
gorgeous smile and wonderful laugh. She was born
August 31, 1934, to C.L. and Lillian (Henderson)
Rhodes of Cryer Creek. The second-born of 10 (eight
surviving) children, she adored her siblings.
Genell and H.R. Ponder enjoyed 64 years of marriage.
The couple welcomed and loved daughters, Cynthia
Cain (Monte) and Cathy Brooks (Steve), and
grandchildren Chad Pope, Brent Pope, Kyle Pope
(Celeste), Lee Brooks (Olivia), and Maddie Elemento
(Sean), who further blessed Genell with
great-grands: Ashlyn Pope, Haley Pope, Dalila Pope,
Maddax Pope, Caitlyn Pope, Chloe Pope, Henry Brooks,
and soon-to-arrive Baby Elemento. Genell cherished
each family member and held special affection for
Jessica Hanson Shaver.
A long-time member of First Baptist Church
Corsicana, her love for the Lord and her friends was
well-known. She enjoyed working and was employed for
27 years by Corsicana's Community National Bank and
Trust of Texas.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Heritage
Oaks, Hand in Hand Hospice, Twilight Home, and
special family and friends who were so faithful to
visit.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 17th from
6-8pm at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Funeral
Service will be 11am Friday, April 18th at
Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First
Baptist Church, Corsicana. |
Notes:
Richard Lewis Barnett
1840 - 1920
DIED SUDDENLY IN COKE CO.
Deceased Was Well Known
In this County.
News reached here
yesterday that Capt. R. L. Barnett, a Confederate Veteran,
who was near eighty years of age, had died suddenly at his
home at Robert Lee, Coke county. The deceased was the father
of Mr. J. A. Bonner of Eureka, and before moving to West
Texas was for many years a resident of Freestone county.
Notes:
Irene
Elizabeth (Crabtree) Yarbrough
Sep 30, 1900 - Jan 17, 1997
Irene Elizabeth Yarbrough
of Waco, 96, passed away Friday, January 17, at a local
nursing home. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at
Rosemound Cemetery.
Mrs. Yarbrough was born September 30, 1900 in Blooming
Grove, Texas. She was a member of Cogdell Memorial Methodist
church.
She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Dorothy and
Layton Wilson of Waco; and several nieces and nephews.
Notes:
- Waco Tribune-Herald,
Mon Jan 20, 1997, page 10
- Rosemound Cemetery,
Waco, McLennan Co., TX; Section P
- w/o Benjamin Monrie
"Ben" Yarbrough; d/o Marion Lafayette "Fate" Crabtree &
Eva Rebecca "Sheppard" Crabtree
Jackie Ann (Phillips)
Owen
Jul 22, 1960 - Jul 11, 2025
Jackie
A Owen Obituary
Jackie Ann Phillips Owen, age 64, of Blooming Grove,
passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, after a
courageous battle with leukemia.
Born on July 22, 1960, in Corsicana, Texas, to Jack
and Evelyn Phillips, Jackie spent her childhood and
attended school in Blooming Grove, graduating in
1978. She dedicated many years of her career to
Medical Arts Clinic Corsicana and the Navarro County
Tax Assessor's Office. Jackie loved Elvis and
enjoyed attending tribute artist concerts.
In 1976, Jackie married Dwayne Owen, and together
they welcomed their beloved son, Christopher.
Jackie is survived by her son and daughter-in-law,
Chris and Stacy Owen; grandsons Hunter (Pardner) and
Reagon Owen, and Conner Owen (Littleman); precious
great-granddaughter Chaney Shae Owen (Puddin);
sisters Sue (Roy) Mershawn, Barbara Phillips, and
LeeAnn (Jack) Herod; sisters-in-law Janet (Mike)
Allred, Daun (Jerry) Lambert, and Debbie (William)
Armstrong; special cousin Boot Braden; numerous
nieces, nephews, close friends, and the staff at
Baylor Scott & White Dallas Pickens Hospital 5th
floor.
She is preceded in death by husband Dwayne, parents
Jack and Evelyn Phillips, brother John Phillips,
sister Donna Phillips, and parent's in-law Ray and
Billie Ann Owen.
Serving as pallbearers are Christian Rowland, Jordan
Lee, Michael Leggett, Terry Barr, Timmy Barr, and
Trevor Boyde.
In lieu of flowers, the
family asks that a memorial donation be made to the
Jackie Phillips Owen account at Prosperity Bank
where all the proceeds will be given to the Baylor
Scott & White Dallas Foundation with a special
designation for Pickens 5th floor. |
James Atma Breithaupt,
III
Aug 14, 1952 - Jul 3, 2025
James
Atma Breithaupt III, affectionately known as Jim to
his friends and family, lived a life marked by love,
dedication, and a deep connection to his roots and
the land. Born on August 14, 1952, in Corsicana,
Texas, Jim embraced the world with a warm and
generous spirit. His meaningful life came to a
peaceful close on July 3, 2025, in Cheneyboro,
Texas, where he passed away due to natural causes.
Jim's life was one of purpose and joy, a testament
to the values instilled in him by his late parents,
James A. Breithaupt, Jr. (Sonny) and Frances
Davidson Breithaupt (Granny). Their legacy of
strength and compassion was evident in every aspect
of Jim's life. He was a devoted husband to his
loving wife of 54 years, Betty Bennett Breithaupt,
and together they built a family that was their
pride and joy. His daughters, Karrie Breithaupt
Stapp and Mary Breithaupt Southard, along with her
husband James Southard, were the light of his life.
He cherished his role as a grandfather to Katlin
Stapp and Cheney Southard with every fiber of his
being. Jim is also survived by his sister-in-law
Clara Bennett, numerous nieces and nephews, grand
nieces and nephews, cousins, and loving friends from
around the world.
Jim graduated from San Marcos Baptist Academy in San
Marcos, Texas, where he met his wife Betty and many
lifelong friends. Jim's education at Navarro
College, where he earned an Associate's Degree, laid
the foundation for a successful career as a rancher
and oil producer in Navarro County.
A man of principle, Jim's Christian beliefs guided
him through life's challenges and triumphs. Jim's
interests reflected a man who valued the simple
pleasures in life. He enjoyed being with family,
traveling to new places, hunting, fishing,
woodworking, and indulging in his love for history.
Those who knew Jim would describe him as handy,
intelligent, and resourceful. He was always ready to
lend a helping hand, and his ingenuity was a gift he
generously shared with others. His intelligent
approach to problem-solving was admired by many, and
his unwavering determination will bless the
generations to come.
As we humbly bid farewell to James Atma Breithaupt
III, we celebrate a life well-lived, a man
well-loved, and a legacy that will continue to
inspire. His memory will be etched in the hearts of
those who were fortunate enough to know him. Jim's
chapter on earth may have ended, but his legacy will
live on. |
Marishima John
Santos Aldrich
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2025
We
come together today to honor and celebrate the life
of Marishima John Santos Aldrich, a bright and
joyous spirit taken from us too soon. Marishima was
born on September 1, 2020, in the beautiful island
of Guam, bringing light and happiness into the lives
of his loving parents, Steve Aldrich and Joncy
Santos. His journey on this earth came to a
premature end on July 1, 2025, in Corsicana, Texas.
Marishima's life, although brief, was marked by a
radiant and infectious enthusiasm that touched all
who knew him. He was the cherished younger brother
of Aidriean Santos Aldrich and Angel Santos Aldrich,
and the adored grandson of John and Urusula Santos.
His presence was a gift, and his absence will be
deeply felt by his family and all who had the
pleasure of being part of his world.
From his earliest days, Marishima was a bundle of
energy and joy. He found his greatest pleasures in
the simplest of activities, such as swimming, where
he felt at home in the water, and playing outside
with his siblings and cousins. His laughter was
contagious, and his ability to tell stories, despite
his young age, captivated the hearts of those around
him. Marishima's singing voice, pure and full of
innocence, was a testament to his vibrant spirit.
Marishima's loving nature made him a beacon of
kindness in his community. His family fondly
remembers how he would greet friends and strangers
alike with a warm smile that seemed to brighten even
the cloudiest of days. His funny antics and cheerful
demeanor were like rays of sunshine, bringing
laughter and lightness wherever he went.
In his spiritual journey, Marishima embraced a sense
of wonder and connection to the world around him. He
approached life with an open heart, embodying the
essence of love and compassion that is at the core
of all spiritual teachings. His legacy is one of
kindness, a reminder to all of us to cherish every
moment and to spread love unconditionally.
Today, as we reflect on Marishima's life, we
celebrate the indelible impact he made in his short
time with us. He taught us the power of joy, the
importance of family, and the enduring strength of
love. Marishima John Santos Aldrich will be forever
remembered as a beloved son, brother, grandson, and
friend. His light, though extinguished far too soon,
will continue to shine brightly in the memories of
those who loved him.
In the hearts of his family, Marishima will always
remain the loving, kind, and funny boy who brought
so much happiness into their lives. He will be
deeply missed, but the love he shared will endure, a
beautiful legacy of a life lived fully, though far
too briefly. As we say goodbye to Marishima, we hold
him close in our thoughts, knowing that his spirit
will forever be a guiding light for all who were
blessed to know him. |
Robert Duane Johnson
Jun 13, 1949 - May 19, 2024
Northfield
� Robert D. Johnson, age 74, of Northfield, passed
away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday morning, May
19, 2024.
Robert Duane Johnson was born June 13, 1949, in Blue
Earth, to Stanley E. and Gladys (Sandness) Johnson.
He was raised in Frost and graduated from Frost
High School in 1967. On March 19, 1969, Bob was
inducted into the US Army. He served in
Vietnam and
received his Honorable Discharge on Feb. 22, 1971.
He returned to the Frost area and worked for Bartel
Construction.
On Aug. 28, 1982, Bob married Jolene Kay Dearing at
the United Lutheran Church in Frost. After marriage
they made their home in Rake and Bob worked as a
carpenter. In 1986, they moved to Northfield. Over
the years Bob worked for Northfield Construction and
Steve Schmidt Construction. Bob retired in 2018,
although he continued to work sparingly.
Bob was a life member of the Northfield VFW. He was
a hardworking, loving, caring man with a
one-of-a-kind personality. Besides being a devoted
father, he loved spending time with family and
friends. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and
meeting with friends for coffee.
Survivors include his sons, Scott (Joy), of
Northfield, and Chad (Katie), of Lakeville; six
grandchildren, Tyler (Maggie) Johnson, Aaron
(Bryanna) Jencson, Brian Kelly, Austyn Wunderlich,
Abraham Wunderlich, Jack Johnson; one
great-grandson, Noah Jencson; three sisters,
Virginia Johnson, of Blue Earth, Betty Trytten (Tom
Miller), of Blue Earth, Carol (Mark) Winter, of
Rake, Iowa; his brother-in-law, Roland "Butch" Erichsrud of Blue Earth; numerous nieces and
nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Jolene
in 2009, his sister Sharon Erichsrud and his
parents.
Visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m., Sunday, June
2, 2024, at Oakcrest Funeral Services in Buffalo
Center, Iowa. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m.,
Monday, June 3, 2024, at the United Methodist Church
in Buffalo Center with visitation one hour prior.
Military honors will be conducted by the American
Legion Post #21. A reception will follow the
service. Interment will be in Graceland Cemetery,
Buffalo Center.
To leave an online tribute, please visit
www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com. |
Fannie Elmia
(Williams) Owen
Sep 8, 1886 - Mar 20, 1961
OWEN, MRS. FANNIE E., 74,
residence 3133 Purrington. Survivors, husband A. G. Owen,
Fort Worth; son, Lowell Thompson, Houston; stepson, W. R.
Owen, Fort Worth; stepdaughter, Mrs. Dick Pack, Abilene;
sister, Mrs. Mat Roger, Amarillo; seven grandchildren,
Services 1:30 P.M. Tuesday, Moore Funeral Chapel, 4912 E.
Lancaster, Rev. W. H. Hoover officiating. Graveside services
and interment, 4:30 p.m.
Frost Cemetery,
Frost, Texas. Arrangements, Hugh M. Moore & Sons, 4912 E.
Lancaster. Howard W. Moore Directing.
Notes:
Mary Jane (Smith) Page
Sep 5, 1860 - Aug 18, 1945
AGED LADY DIES AT HOME OF
DAUGHTER IN PATTISON
Mrs. Mary Jane Page, 84, of Blooming Grove, died at the home
of her daughter, Mrs. Wes Buller, in Pattison at 10 p.m.
Saturday. The body was taken overland by Muske & Son Sunday
for services in the Blooming Grove Baptist church at 3 p.m.
Monday with Rev. Chumly officiating. Burial was in the
Blooming Grove
cemetery.
Notes:
John L. Prater
Mar 14, 1912 - Jun 15, 1961
JOHN L PRATER, 49, of 934
West Gardner Ave, died Thursday. Member Third Baptist
church. Survivors: Wife Mrs. Ruby Prater; son, John R.
Prater; sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Collum all of Houston, Mrs
Juanita Northrup, Southgate, Calif; brothers, R. V. Prater,
Docus, Wilson, Prater, Corsicana, Leon Prater, Buras, La,
Doyce Prater, Abilene, Wesley and Cecil Prater, Houston;
number of nieces and nephews. Services 2:30 PM Saturday
Heights Chapel, Rev R. L. Hollems, Burial Forest Park
Cemetery, Heights Funeral Home, Underwood 2-8844
Notes:
Lilly Ruby
(North) Pullin-Ballard
Nov 18, 1916 - Feb 4, 1973
Mrs. Ballard Funeral Set
Tomorow
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. tomorrow at Dudley
M. Hughes Funeral Home in Dallas for Mrs. Lillian Ballard of
Dallas. Mrs. Ballard died Sunday after a long illness.
Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m. tomorrow in
Blooming Grove.
Mrs. ballard was the sister of Mrs. C. J. Bleming of Fort
Worth.
Other survivors are a daugher, Mrs. Betty Jane Cashion of
Dallas; a brother, E. S. North of Houston; sisters, Mr.
Hazel Wilson of Pasco Wash., and Mrs. Ett Batson of
Oakridge, Ore.; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Notes:
William Henry Thomason
May 1, 1869 - Dec 27, 1930
William Henry Thomason,
son of G. W. and Samantha Thomason, was born May 1, 1869, at
Ozark, Arkansas, and departed this life at his home near
Elmwood, Dec. 27, 1930. Age 61 years, seven months and 26
Days.
When he was but a few years of age, Mr. Thomason moved with
his parents to Blooming Grove, Texas, where he spent his
childhood and early manhood.
He was united in marriage to Mrs. Willie Tipton. To this
union three children were born, Jewell, who died at the age
of four years; Chester Thomason and Wilbur Thomason, both of
Elmwood, Okl.
In 1914, he with his family moved to his farm near Elmwood,
where he since resided most of the time until his death.
Besides his wife and sons, he leaves to mourn his departure,
two grandchildren, Madeline and Marie Thomason; four sisters
and one brother; Mrs. Mattie Truelove of Blooming Grove,
Texas; Mrs. Fleta Bidelman of Crowell, Texas; Mrs. Susie
Pigg of Thalia, Texas; Joshua Thomason of Powell, Texas; and
Mrs. Lottie York of Corsicana, Texas; also Mrs. Mary
Jackson, his wife's mother, who has made her home with the
family for many years, besides other relatives and a host of
friends.
Mr. Thomason united with the Baptist church at the age of 20
years and lived a Christian life to the end and always
declared he believed in teh Golden Rule religion. He was
willing to go to meet his God.
Notes:
Walter H. Clark
Nov 29, 1889 - May 1959
WALTER H. CLARK
Funeral services for Walter H. Clark, 69, a resident of
Muskogee since 1929, will be Thursday at 2 p.m. in
Petering's Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Hugh Jeffers,
First Presbyterian associate pastor, officiating.
Master Masons are to meet at 1 p.m. in Masonic Temple to
attend the services and conduct rites at the National
Cemetery graveside.
Clark, a retired cotton gin mechanic, died Monday night at
his home 4107 robb, after a lingering illness.
Born November 29, 1889, in Blooming Grove, Texas. Clark
belonged to the Presbyterian Church, Oriental Lodge 430
AF&AM. Muskogee Chapter No. 3 Royal Arch Masons, Hope
Chapter 401 Order of Eastern Star, Louis L. Anthis Disabled
American Veterans and James L. Smith Post of American
Legion.
Survivors include his wife, Beatrice B.; a step-son, James
A. King, Washington, D.C.; four sisters, Mrs. Lena Grand,
Blooming Grove, texas. Mrs. Ada Terrill Newgulf, Texas. Mrs.
Earl Davis, Austin, Texas and Mrs. Dorothy Ford, El Paso,
Texas and one grandson.
Notes:
- Muskogee Daily
Phoenix and Times-Democrat; Wed May 20, 1959; Page 2
- Submitted by
Edward Lynn Williams
Mary England
(Chriesman) Dunagan
Oct 23, 1902 - Nov 5, 1988
Mary E. Dunagan
Mary E. Dunagan, age 86, of Round Rock, the widow of Alva L.
Dunagan, died Saturday.
She was a member of the Baptist faith and a homemaker.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Earl and Joce
Dunagan of Pflugerville; four grandchildren, three
great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Tuesday at
the Emmett Community Church of Emmett, Texas with Reverend
Mark Slepicka officiating. Interment will be in the
Emmett
Cemetery.
Pallbearers are David Dunagan, Cecil Dunagan, Ed Gattis, Ira
Skaggs, L.C. Halbert, Larry Sullivan.
Arrangements by Hyltin Manor Funeral Chapel, 3000 N. IH35 at
30th St., 576-5387.
Notes:
-----
DUNAGAN, Mary E., 86, of
Round Rock died Saturday, Services 11 a.m. today at Emmett
Community Church in Emmett. Burial Emmett Cemetery
(Hyltin-Manor)
Notes:
Arlis Rankin French
Apr 15, 1910 - Nov 18, 1979
A.R. French
Services were 10:30 a.m. today at the Corley Funeral Chapel
for A.R. (Rankin) French, 69, of Corsicana. He died Sunday
in Dallas.
The Rev Weldon Barnard Officiated. Burial was in
Resthaven Memorial
Park.
He was born April 15, 1910, in Navarro Mills, Mr. French was
the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Gardner French. He was a
retired employee of the Corsicana State Home.
He is survived by his wife, Clara; three daughters; 11
grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two sisters; and
two brothers. Grandsons were pallbearers.
Notes:
Marlene J. Harris
Apr 9, 1930 - Nov 17, 1979
Services were 10 a.m.
today at the Anderson-Clayton Funeral Home, Kaufman, for
Marlene Harris, 49, of Kaufman and former Corsicana
resident. Mrs. Harris died Saturday in Kaufman.
The Rev. Jacky Newton officiated. Graveside services were
held at noon at the
Hamilton-beeman Cemetery. The Corley Funeral Home was in
charge of local arrangements.
She is survived by her husband, Robert Harris, of Kaufman;
two daughters, Bobbye Luttrell, of Kaufman, Mesquite, and
Mattie Harris, Kaufman; one son, Bruce Harris, Gun Barrel
City, mother, Mary Belsky, Water Valet, N.Y.; two sisters;
and three brothers.
Notes:
Price Selmon
Sep 16, 1898 - Nov 22, 1979
Price Selmon
Wake services were at 6:30 p.m. Friday at the Ross and
johnson Mortuary for Price Selmon, 83, resident of
corsicana, who died Thursday morning at Mel-Haven
Convalescent Center.
Services were at 3 p.m. Saturday at Mt. B. Zion Baptist
chruch in Goodlow Park with the Rev. A.H. Henderson
officiating.
Burial was at
Goodlow Cemetery.
He was a veteran of
World War I.
Survivors include a step-daughter, Mrs. Jessie M. Barbee of
Dallas; a stop-son, Charles H. Payne of Houston; a grandson,
Willie J. Horton of Dallas; and other relatives.
Notes:
William Naz Slone
Sep 12, 1890 - Nov 1979
Services were at 3 p.m.
friday at the Corley Funeral Home Chapel for William N.
Clone, 89, resident of Rt. 3, Corsicana, who died Tuesday at
Memorial Hospital.
The Rev. Harold Nichols officiated, with burial following at
Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery.
He was born Sept. 12, 1890 in Navarro County. He was the son
of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Slone.
He was a farmer, a rancher, and employed by Navarro County
40 years as a road grader operator and a member of
Missionary Baptist church at Corbet.
Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mary Cate Slone of
Corsicana, and several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers were Bryant Slone, Ronnie Slone, David Slone,
Curtis Williams, Grand Lake, Rudolph Lake, John Handcock and
Tillman Rodgers.
Notes:
Madge Thelma
(Pennington) Jones-Perry
abt 1919 - Nov 20, 1979
Mrs. Perry
Services were at 2:30 p.m. Friday at Griffin Funeral Home
Chapel for Mrs. Madge Perry, 60, resident of Houston and
formerly of Corsicana, who died Tuesday in Houston.
J. T. Davis officiated, with burial following at
Rice Cemetery.
She was charge nurse at Twilight Home for three years.
Survivors include two sons, j. C. Perry, of Bedford, and
Clemons Perry, of Corsicana; two daughters, Mrs. Pam Vinson,
of Corsicana, and Mrs. Wanda byrd, of Hartsville, S. C.;
three brothers, Harold Pennington, of Pasadena, Dan
Pennington, of Garland, Paul Pennington, of Marshall; three
sisters, Mrs. Bgerta Hopkins and Mrs. Grace Rhyne, both of
Marshall, and Mrs. mary Ross, of Missouri; her mothers, Mrs.
Mamie Pennington, of Marshall and nine grandchildren
Notes:
James Robert "Charlie"
Jones
Nov 6, 1979 - Nov 21, 1979
Infant Jones
Services are pending at Griffin Funeral Home for James
Robert "Charlie" Jones, 15 days old, who died this morning.
Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Jones, of
Navarro mills; a brother, Shawn at home; parental
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Jones, of Navarro Mills;
maternal grandparents, Mr. and mrs. Bennie Waters, of
Corsicana; and a great-grandmother, Mrs. Irene Hunsacher, of
Itasca.
Notes:
Hazel Laura
(Donohoe) Kingcaid
Jun 4, 1914 - Nov 21, 1979
Mrs. Kingcaid
Services were at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Corley funeral Home
Chapel for Mrs. Hazel Kingcaid, 65, resident of Houston who
died Wednesday in Houston.
Burial was at Dresden Cemetery. She was born June 4, 1914 in
Corsicana. She was the daughter of mr. and Mrs. Mildon
Young.
Survivors include one sister, Mrs. Ludell Grounds of
Houston; and three brothers, Edwin E. Young and Jackie R.
Young, both of Houston and James C. Young of Texas City
Notes:
Mattie (Smith) Burrows
Niece of Texas President
Dies; Once Lived Here
Mrs Mattie Smith Burrows, who lived in El Paso several years
after coming here in 1904, died in San Francisco. She was
73.
Five daughters survive. they are Mrs. William B. Day, Mrs.
P.V. Ostrom and Mrs. E. E. Odell of El Paso; Mrs. Earl
Andrews of Hollywood and Mrs. A. E. Billings of Oakland.
Funeral services were held at Glendale.
Mrs. Burrows was born at Dresden, Texas. Her father came to
Texas as a member of the Stephen F. Austin colony at
Gonzales.
She was a niece of Anson Jones, last President of the
Republica of Texas. Her father served in the Revolution
against Mexico and in the Civil War.
Notes:
Forest Neal Pierce
Oct 6, 1925 - Mar 10, 1998
ARLINGTON - Forest "Red"
Neal Pierce, 72, went to be with his Lord and Savior on
Tuesday, March 10, 1998,
Funeral: 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Moore Funeral Home on North
Davis in Arlington. Burial:
Dresden Cemetery
in Dresden.
Red was born Oct 6, 1925, in Corsicana. He was a World War
II Navy veteran. He moved his family to Arlington in 1955
and retired from General Motors after 36 years. He was a
charter member of Meadow Lane Baptist Church.
Survivors: Wife of 49 years, Earlene Adkins Pierce; sons,
Larry Neal, Jerry Eugene and his wife, Vicky, and Kenneth
Wayne; six grandchildren; two great0grandchildren; brother,
Jack Pierce and his wife, Louise; and brother-in-law, Homer
Edgar Adkins.
Corley Funeral Home, Corsicana, (903) 874-3755
Notes:
Billie Dee "Bud" Carroll
Nov 9, 1922 - Oct 14, 2004
"Bud" Carroll
PALESTINE - Graveside services with full military honors for
B.D. "Bud" Carroll, 81, Palestine, are scheduled for 3 p.m.
Sunday at Dresden
Cemetery with the Rev. Rick Dees officiating under
direction of Herrington/Land of Memory Funeral Home,
Palestine.
Mr. Carroll died Oct. 14 at his residence.
He was born Nov 9, 1922, in blooming Grove to Benjamin F.
and Myrtle Shipley Carroll. He had lived in Palestine since
1968 and was a member of Westwood Baptist church. He was a
retired noncommissioned officer from the Army, having served
in World War II and the Korean war. He also retired from
Texas Department of Criminal Justice at the Coffield Unit as
Laundry manager, He was a master mason and member of Masonic
Lodge, Blooming Grove.
Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Bertha Carroll,
Palestine; sons, Ben Carrol, San Antonio, and Mike Carroll,
Austin; six grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Notes:
Boyd Gordon Elliott, Jr.
Jan 27, 1948 - Jul 1, 1994
Boyd G. Elliott
PALESTINE - Graveside services for Boyd Gordon Elliott, 46,
Palestine, are scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday at
Dresden Cemetery
in Blooming Grove with the Rev. Don Wilson officiating.
Arrangements are under direction of Foster & Brown funeral
Home of Athens.
Mr. Elliott died Sunday afternoon at his residence.
He was born Jan 27, 1948, in Pampa to B.G. and Altha Boyd
Elliott and was employed as an iron worker.
Survivors include one sister and brother-in-law, Bobette and
robert Bandy, Athens; one half-brother and sister-in-law,
Gordon Eugene and Terry Elliott, Wisconsin; two nieces Diana
Elliott, Wisconsin, and Christina Lorell McGuffey, Austin;
and one nephew, Chance Elliott McGuffey, Athens.
Notes:
Lucille (Johnson) Walsh
Nov 26, 1932 - May 22, 1992
Lucille Walsh
Services for Lucille Walsh, 59, Tyler, are scheduled for
3:30 p.m. Sunday at Corley Funeral Home chapel in Corsicana
with the Rev. Burl Johnson officiating.
Burial will be in
Dresden Cemetery in Dresden.
Mrs. Walsh died friday in Tyler.
She was born Nov 26, 1932, in Ferris and resided in Tyler
more than 30 years. She was preceded in death by two
brothers, Allen Johnson and Walter O. Johnson, and one
sister, Jo Ann Sherman.
Survivors include her husband, thomas Walsh, Tyler; one son,
Jerry Don Walsh, Tyler; three sisters, Dorothy Thompson,
Tyler, Faye boyd, Odessa, and Margie mcCarter, Kerens; one
brother, Argie Johnson, Angus; three grandchildren; one
great0grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Notes:
Altha Verna (Boyd)
Elliott
Jul 26, 1921 - Mar 12, 1991
ATHENS - Services for
Mrs. Altha Verna Elliott, 69, Athens, are scheduled for 10
a.m. Thursday at Foster & brown Funeral Home chapel in
Athens with the Revs. Charles Grasty, David hill and Don
Wilson officiating.
Burial will be in
Dresden Cemetery in Navarro County.
Mrs. Elliott died Tuesday in an Athens hospital after a
lengthy illness.
She was born July 26, 1921, in Mexia, to Ervin and Lucy
Boyd, and was employed as a registered nurse with Nipak Inc.
She graduated from Athens High School and St. Anthony School
of Nursing, Amariool.
Mrs. Elliott had lived in Athens since 1964 and was a member
of Willow Springs baptist church, the Ladies Oriental Shrine
of North America, El Mesiya Court No 46, Order of Eastern
Star, and American Red Cross Nursing Service.
Survivors include a son, Boyd Gordon Elliott, Palestine; a
daughter, Bobette Gwen McGuffey, San Marcos; a stopson and
stepdaughter-in-law, Gordon and Terry Elliott, Dallas; two
brothers, the Rev. Lindsey Boyd, Brandenton, Fla., and Bill
R. Boyd, Orleans, Ind.; a sister, Drusilla Young, Fort
Worth; three grand-children, Lorell mcGuffey, Chance Elliott
McGuffey and Diana Elliott; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers include Jack Young Jr., Dan Chaney, Leo Barton,
Eddie Brown, James Fryer and Lionel Price.
Nephews will serve as honorary pallbearers.
If desired, donatioons may be made to the American Cancer
Society.
Notes:
Cecil Ray Brown
Mar 29, 1935 - May 6, 1992
Cecil Ray Brown, 57,
Corsicana, brother of a Tyler resident, are scheduled for 2
p.m. Thursday at Griffin Roughton Funeral Home chapel in
Corsicana with Dale Rose officiating.
Burial will be in
Dresden Cemetery
in blooming Grove.
Mr. Brown died early Wednesday in a Corsicana hospital.
He was born March 29, 1935, in Tursley.
He was preceded in death by a grandson, Nash Brown, on March
20, 1992.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and
Patricia Brown, Corsicana; a daughter and son-in-law, Suelyn
and Tim Perryman, Navarro Mills; two brothers, Wayne Brown,
Tyler and Percy Brown, fort Worth; two sisters, Virginia
Nicholas, New Mexico; one grandson, Noah Whistler,
Corsicana; and nieces and nephews.
Notes:
Roy E. DeLafosse
Mar 20, 1900 - Feb 20, 1992
Roy E. DeLafosse, 91,
Palestine, died Thursday; services 5 p.m. at Herrington Land
of Memory Funeral Home chapel, Palestine; graveside services
2 p.m. at
Dresden Cemetery
near Corsicana under direction of Herrington Land of memory,
Palestine.
Notes:
Undean (Woodland) Reeves
Sep 6, 1908 - Oct 19, 1968
Undean Reeves
Services for Mrs. Undean Reeves, 60, of 304 W. Meredith,
will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday from Sullivan's colonial
Chapel with the Rev. J. A. Chapman of the frost Methodist
Church officiating.
Services will also be held at 3:30 p.m. Monday from the
Blooming Grove First methodist church with burial in
Dresden Cemetery.
Mrs. Reeves died at 4:15 p.m. Saturday in Memorial Hospital
after an illness of several days.
She was a native of Blooming Grove, born Sept 6, 1908. Mrs.
Reeves was the daughter of John Walton Woodland, a native of
Mississippi, and the former Etta Sumner, a naive of Dresden.
She attended public schools in Blooming Grove and North
texas State University. Mrs. Reeves married Henry Grady
Reeves on June 2, 1940 in Texarkana. She was a teacher for
32 years at South Marshall Elementary School and was an
agent for Mutual of Omaha Insurance Co. Mrs. Reeves was a
member of the Firt Methodist Church.
Surviving other than her husband are three brothers, Lloyd
Woodland, John L. Woodland and Billy Woodland, all of
Blooming Grove; two sisters, mrs. J. C. (Lena Mae)
Richardson and Mrs. Winona Moore, both of Dresden and a
number of nieces and nephews.
Notes:
Lillian Sue (Clark)
Pequignot
Jul 4, 1945 - Jun 22, 1994
Lillian Sue Pequignot,
48, barry, Texas, formerly of Sidney, died Wednesday, June
22, 1994, at the M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston, Texaas.
She had been ill four years with leukemia.
She was born July 4, 1945, in Stanton, Tenn., daughter of
Theodore Clark.
Survivors include her husband, Norbert "Andy" Pequignot; two
stepsons, John Pequignot of Aurora, Ill., and Andy Pequignot
Jr. of Barry, Texas; three stepdaughters, Rebecca Dahl of
Alaska, Kathy Neves and Julie Pequignot, both of Sidney; 10
step grandchildren; two brothers, James Clark and Harry
Clark, both of Sidney; four sisters, Dorothy Cook of Sidney,
Jo Ann Lyme of Jackson Center, Martha Cotterman of Seville,
Fla., and Sarah Pequignot of Barry Texas; two half brothers,
Henry Bynum and George Bynum, both of Sidney.
Graveside services will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the
Dresden Cemetery
in Dresden, Texas
Notes:
Thomas Grayson Walsh Jr.
Sept 22, 1925 - Feb 25, 1996
OVERTON - Thomas G. Walsh
Jr., 70, of Overton, died at 5:05 p.m. Sunday at Henderson
Memorial Hospital.
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at
Dresden Cemetery
in Dresden, Texas. The Rev. S. G. Hancock will officiate.
Burrows' Overton Funeral Home is in charge of arrangementts.
Mr. Walsh was born Sept 22, 1925, in Alvarado, Texas, to
Thomas Grayson Walsh and Beulah Sims Walsh. He served aboard
the USS Albemarle during Navy service in World War II. He
was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and retired as
a truck driver for Loggins meat Co., Tyler, in 1985.
Surviving are a son, Jerry Walsh, Overton; a sister, Myrtle
Tyler, Palmer; three grandchildren, four
great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Notes:
Mildred Kathryn (Holt) Greene
Jan 8, 1913 - Oct 6, 2004
Greene, Mildred Kathryn,
91, retired teacher, died Wednesday. Service 2 p.m.
Thursday. Moore's Southlawn Funeral Home Chapel and
graveside service 2 p.m. Friday,
Dresden Cemetery,
Corsicana, Texas.
Notes:
George Leroy Hester
Dec 14, 1931 - Mar 13, 1973
George L. Hester
Funeral services were held Thursday for George L. hester,
41, at Sparkman-Hillcrest Chapel with Rev. James Newman
officiating. Interment was in
Dresden Cemetery,
Frost, Texas.
He died March 13th in Baylor Hospital. Born in Waxahachie,
he was a truck driver and had lived in Dallas for 20 years.
Survivors are daughters, Vickie Gresham, Plano, Deborah
Hester, Mesquite, Margaret Hester and barbara Hester, both
of Arlington; mother, Mrs. Ina A. Hester, Dallas; one
brother; four sisters; one grandchildren.
Notes:
Julia Maud Sparkman,
Miss
Nov 30, 1885 - Nov 4, 1966
Miss Sparkman, 80, Dies
Here; Services Today.
Funeral services will be held for Miss Julia Maud Sparkman
80, of 2806 Windsor at 11:30 a.m. today in the Wilkinson and
Hatch Chapel with Dr. L. L. McCutchen officiating and burial
in
Dresden Cemetery
at Blooming Grove.
Miss Sparkman died at 8:30 a.m. Friday in a Waco hospital.
She had lived in Waco 10 years. She was born in Nashville,
Tenn.., and lived there most of her life.
Survivors are three sisters, Mrs. S. F. Call, Mrs. John
Milton, both of 2806 Windsor, Mrs. Homer Hawley of New York
City; a brother, James W. Sparkman of Detroit, Mich.; three
nieces, Mrs. Marjorie White of Detroit, Mich., Mrs. Cherry
Blaylock of Dallas, Mrs. Virginia Hawley of New York City;a
nephew, Dr. Charles A. Call of 2509 Lake Oaks Drive.
Notes:
Alta G. (Roy)
Dobson-Willingham
Nov 30, 1886 - Oct 15, 1970
WILLINGHAM
ALTA G. WILLINGHAM, 82, Keene, Texas passed away Thursday,
Survivors; Stepsons, Howard, Hurst; Earl, Burleson, Woodrow
and D. E., Gilmer; stepdaughters, Mrs. Ruth Nelson, Fort
Worth; Mrs. Ruby Conner, Haltom City; sister, Mrs. L. C.
McClellan, Booneville, Missouri, Graveide services 11 a.m.
Friday,
Dresden Cemetery,
Blooming Grove, Texas. Arrangements Crosier-Pearson Funeral
Home, Cleburne 295-2322
Notes:
John Lil Meador
August 13, 1913 - May 8, 1991
John L. Meador, 77, of Frost, died May 8, 1991, at Navarro
Regional Hospital.
Services will be 3 p.m. Friday at Griffin-Roughton Funeral
Home in Blooming Grove, with Owen Cosgrove officiating.
Burial will be in
Frost Cemetery.
Survivors include his wife, Retha Meador of Frost; five
daughters, Retha Lyman of Waxahachie, Sandra Orr of The
Colony, Allie Dowdle of Frost, Vernita Sage of Corsicana,
and marla Meskimen of Frost; two sisters, Faye Watts of
Frost and Jimmie Lou Dickson of San angelo; and 10
grandchildren, Kenneth Reed, Charles Dortch, David Haden,
Jim Meador and Wallace Wilbanks.
Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Watts, James Benton,
Clovis Haden and J.L. Watts.
Notes:
Edna Mae
(Unknown) Petty-Stephens
1902 - May 7, 1991
Mrs. Edna Petty Stephens, 88, of Athens, died May 7, 1991,
in Athens.
Services will be 1 p.m. Friday at the West Athens Baptist
Church in Athens, with the Rev. Kelly Warren and the Rev.
Karl Doerner officiating. Graveside services will be at 3
p.m. in Resthaven
Memorial Park. Corley Funeral Home is in charge of
arrangements.
She was a member of the West Athens Baptist Church in
Athens.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Tom Petty,
and her second husband, Jewell Stephens.
She is survived by one daughter, Anne Thornsberry of Athens;
her late husband's children, Billy Stephens and Jay
Stephens, both of Arlington; Glen Slaughter of Dallas,
Dionne McRae of Mesquite, Violet Attaway of Pittsburgh,
Texas, and Virginia Palmer of Overton; many grandchildren
and great-grandchildren; and one sister, Marie Cowand of
Duncanville.
Pallbearers will be Billy Stephens, Jay Stephens, Charles
McRae, Dudley Attaway, Kincaid Keys, Jimmy Hope, Floyd
Thornsberry and Cloyd Thornsberry.
Honorary pallbearers will be Gordon Merritt, C.C. Chadwick,
Dewey Neufeld, Bob Pennington and Richard Thornsberry.
Notes:
Lawrence McKinley
Fauber, Sr.
June 10, 1904 - May 2, 1991
Lawrence M. Fauber, 86, of Fort Worth, died May 2, 1991, in
Dallas.
Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at University Christian Church
in Fort Worth. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Saturday at
Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery in Corsicana. Shannon Funeral
Home is in charge of arrangements, and Corley Funeral Home
is in charge of local arrangements.
He was born in Corsicana, and moved to Fort Worth in 1951.
He was band director at Corsicana High School in 1945 and
1946. He also conducted the orchestra of First Baptist
Church from 1926-1929.
Survivors include one son, Larry Fauber of Arlington; one
daughter, June Hunter of Dallas; one sister, Eleanor Tipton
of Garland; five grandchildren; and five
great-grandchildren.
Notes:
Vera Vista (Guinn)
Woodard
Aug. 31, 1908 - May 2, 1991
Vera V. Woodard, 82, of Eastland, died May 2, 1991, at
Eastland Memorial Hospital.
Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Bakker Funeral Home Chapel
in Eastland, with the Rev. Dewey Lamb officiating. Graveside
services are 4 p.m. at
Hamilton-Beeman
Cemetery in Corsicana. Corley Funeral Home is in charge
of local arrangements.
She was born Aug. 31, 1908, in Roane. She was a member of
Bethel Baptist Church in Eastland.
She was preceded in death by her husbanad, B.B. Woodard, in
1971, and a son, Eugene Woodard, in 1976.
Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Mabel Lee Woodard of
Hurst; one sister, Thelma Andrews Watson of Corsicana; and
several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Notes:
William Wesley Vaughan
Aug 16, 1898 - May 17, 1991
W.W. Vaughan, 92, of Corsicana, died May 17, 1991, at
Navarro Regional Hospital.
Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Corley Funeral Chapel, with
the Rev.
Wayne Mahoney and Karl Ogdie Jr. officiating. Burial will be
in Hamilton-Beeman
Cemetery.
He was born Aug. 16, 1898, in Cook County, and lived in
Navarro County most of his life. He was a retired farmer and
a member of Bethel Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Sarlina L. Vaughan of Corsicana;
four daughters, Mary Vinson of Seven Points, Irene Tate of
Corsicana, Margie Gaston of Edgewood and Lorine Gaston of
Dallas; three sons, Wesley Vaughan of Duncanville, Wiley
Wesley Vaughan of Dallas and William Douglas Vaughan of
Bloooming Grove; two sisters, Hattie Armstrong and Helen
Robinson, both of Corsicana; one brother, Johnnie Vaughan of
Corsicana; 29 grandchildren; 64 great-grandchildren; 14
great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
Notes:
Odean (McNeece) Woods
Jun 19, 1936 - Jul 4, 2025
Kaufman, TX
Odean
Woods
Odean Woods, 89, of Kaufman, TX passed away on July
4, 2025. Odean was born on June 19, 1936, to James
and Jane McNeece in Carolina, MS. She was a
seamstress and worked at several different places
sewing all kinds of different clothing. Odean was
married to James woods for over 50 loving years. She
enjoyed sewing, working in her vegetable garden and
cooking and canning out of her garden, and doing
word puzzle games. Odean was a beloved Mother,
Grandmother, and Sister. Her parents, James and
Jane, husband James, children: Johnny Lee Woods and
Leann Denise Osborne; siblings: Buck McNeece, Robert
McNeece, Sunny McNeece and Dorothy Kipton preceded
her in death. Those left to cherish her memory are
daughter Judy Kiggins and husband Dennis,
grandchildren: Shana, Amber and husband Bill,
Kristy, Misty Ann and Cody; great grandchildren:
Dylan, Daylan, Jaylon, Braylon, Zaylon, Austin,
Justin, Dustin, Kloey, Bryson, Quintan, Gabriel,
Waverly, Lainey and Ryder; great-great
grandchildren: Leighton, Hudson, Harper, Luke,
Gracie and Fletcher, Greyson and Karter; siblings:
Betty Easter and husband Jr., Linda Devaughn and
Jackie McNeece and wife Liz; numerous nieces,
nephews, extended family and friends who will miss
her dearly. |
Notes:
Orpha Alene (Whitley)
King
Jan 10, 1944 - May 5, 2025
Orpha
Alene Whitley King went home to be with the Lord on
May 5, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was 81 years old, and she left behind a legacy
of faith, family, and a whole lot of love.
Born January 10, 1944, in Fort Worth, Texas, Orpha
was the daughter of Wilson Thomas �W.T.� Whitley and
Margaret Edna Blake Whitley. She was a proud Texan
through and through, and anyone who knew her knew
you might take the girl out of Texas, but you sure
couldn't take Texas out of the girl.
She's preceded in death by her parents, her
sister-in-law, Shirley Whitley; her great-grandson,
Joshua Price; and her great-granddaughter Olivia
Lewis.
Orpha is survived by her brother, James Thomas
Whitley of Haltom City, TX; her children, Emily
(Daniel) Copeland of Pollock, LA, Sharon (Rodney)
Jock of Corsicana, TX, Daniel (Jenphur) King of
Sarepta, LA, and Wilson Thomas �Dub� (Charity) King
of Pineville, LA. She was lovingly known as
"Granny-O" to 13 grandchildren, 20
great-grandchildren, and 4
great-great-grandchildren, whom she absolutely
adored.
Orpha was a lifelong member of the Church of Christ
and lived her faith quietly but faithfully. Since
moving back to the CenLA area in 1979, she has been
an active member at Alexandria and Lecompte Churches
of Christ. She spent many summers volunteering at
Christian Youth Encampment, where she made an impact
on young hearts just by being herself.
She worked hard all her life, mostly in retail,
doing what it took to provide for her family. She
eventually retired from Wal-Mart, where she was
known for her dependability, her strong work ethic,
and her friendly smile.
But beyond her faith and her work, what folks
remember most about Orpha is her spirit. She was the
"cool" mom-the one whose house was always full of
kids, laughter, and snacks. Her grandkids say she
was the "cool" grandma too, and they weren't wrong.
She was wise, but she didn't push it on you-you had
to ask for it. And when you did, her advice always
hit home.
She loved her people with her whole heart, didn't
need fancy things, and lived a life full of quiet
strength, deep kindness, and that sweet Texas grit.
She will be missed more than words can say-but her
love lives on in all of us who were lucky enough to
call her ours.
The family requests donations to Christian Youth
Encampment in DeRidder in lieu of flowers. Mail to
CYE, PO Box 411, Glenmora, LA 71433 or donate online
at CYEonline.com/donation.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Alexandria
Church of Christ, 43 MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA,
on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., with
visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m. Interment services
will take place at
Dresden
Cemetery, 13000 W FM 744, Barry, TX 75102, on
Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. |
Notes:
Marilyn Joyce
(Morgan) Geeslin
Dec 22, 1950 - May 7, 2024
Marilyn
Joyce Geeslin, passed away on May 7, 2024, in
Dallas, Texas, at the age of 73. Born on December
22, 1950, in Corsicana, Texas, Marilyn was the
daughter of J.P. and Nadine Virginia (McElroy)
Morgan.
Marilyn enjoyed the simple pleasures in life known
to her family as the "Lottery Queen,". She loved
scratching off her lottery tickets and indulging in
her favorite soda, Dr. Pepper. Facebook and watching
episodes of "NCIS" brought her joy, but her greatest
happiness came from spending time with her children
and grandchildren. Marilyn worked for many years at
the H.E.B. in Corsicana and was a member of the
Roane Baptist Church.
Marilyn is preceded in death by her parents, J.P.
and Nadine Morgan. She is survived by her loving
husband, R.D. Geeslin; her children, Garry Morgan
and his wife Heather, Misty Foley, Kathy Markum,
Danny Geeslin, and Monica Richardson; 15
grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren and her
brother, Robert Morgan and his wife Diane. Marilyn
also leaves behind numerous other family members and
friends who will miss her dearly.
A service to celebrate Marilyn's life will be held
at 1:00 PM on Monday, May 13, 2024, in the Corley
Magnolia Chapel, with interment to follow at
Hamilton Beeman Cemetery in Retreat. Family
visitation will take place from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM,
just before the service. Pallbearers will be Garry
Morgan, Amedus Chandler, Garry Morgan, Jr., Greg
Riley, Danny Geeslin, Waylon Foley, and Stoney
Morgan.
Marilyn's warm spirit and loving presence will be
remembered by all who knew her. She will be dearly
missed but never forgotten.
Corley Funeral Home |
Notes:
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
- w/o R.D. Geeslin;
d/o J.P Morgan & Virginia Nadine (McElroy) Morgan
Ethel Lucille (Wells)
Long
Aug 31, 1926 - May 1, 2024
Ethel
Lucille Long, age 97, of Corsicana, passed away
peacefully on May 1, 2024, in Corsicana, Texas. Born
on August 31, 1926, in Grandview, Texas, she was the
daughter of Grady and Gertrude (Mattox) Wells.
Lucille was a beloved mother, grandmother, and
great-grandmother, known for her strength, kindness,
and love for animals�especially her dogs and cats.
Lucille was raised at the Corsicana Children�s Home
and had a zest for life and enjoyed fishing, reading
her Bible, and spending time with her family. She
was a talented cook who delighted in preparing meals
for her loved ones. Despite her years, Lucille was
known for her strong will and work ethic, often
outworking the men around her. She dedicated many
years of her career as a hairdresser in El Paso,
Houston, and Spring, TX and later worked at Wal-Mart
after her retirement where she made many friends,
both co-workers and customers. Lucille loved the
Lord and practiced her faith through her generosity
and her many acts of kindness and helpfulness to
others. She was a strong and determined woman.
Lucille is preceded in death by her parents, Grady
and Gertrude Wells; her husband, Bill Watson Long;
her daughter, Hope Long; and her brothers, Billy Bob
Wells, Jimmy Wells, and Joe Dan Wells. She is
survived by her children: Billy Dwaine Long and his
wife Dai, Nick Lee Long and his wife Jan, and Jodie
Long; as well as 6 grandchildren: Billy Dwaine Long,
Jr. and wife Debbie, Jacob Long and wife Shonda,
Kristi Beck, Dustin Beck and wife Melissa, Wayne
Cisco, Jr. and wife Kayleigh, and Lindsey Brown, 15
great-grandchildren, and 5
great-great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May
8, 2024, at Corely Funeral Home Magnolia Chapel,
with Rev. Charky Marquis officiating.
Interment will follow in the
Hamilton Beeman Cemetery in Retreat, Texas.
Family and friends are invited to visit and share
memories during the visitation, which will be held
from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at
Corley Funeral Home in Corsicana.
Lucille requested that, in lieu of flowers,
donations be made to the church of your choice. She
will be deeply missed by all who knew her, but her
legacy of love, faith, and resilience will live on
in the hearts of her family and friends.
Corley Funeral Home |
Notes:
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
- w/o Bill Watson
Long; d/o Grady Wells & Gertrude (Mattox) Wells
Barbara Ruth
(Griffith) Hardin
Dec 22, 1952 - Apr 28, 2024
Barbara
Ruth Hardin, 71, of Groesbeck, Texas, passed away on
April 28, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Barbara was born on December 22, 1952, in Corsicana,
Texas, to Robert Henry and Margie Ruth (Klutts)
Griffith.
Barbara had a deep love for the outdoors and enjoyed
fishing, camping, and taking care of her yard. She
took pride in her lawn-mowing skills.
Her sense of humor and warm personality made
everyone feel welcome�she never met a stranger. She
also loved cooking, and her hamburgers were
legendary among family and friends. Her fried potato
sandwiches were a unique favorite. She could be
particular about her hair but her afternoon naps
were always taken seriously.
Barbara cherished her family and enjoyed attending
family reunions. She was a talented crocheter and
quilter, creating beautiful quilts for all her
grandchildren. She had a special fondness for
animals, especially her beloved Ethel the Pig.
Barbara worked for many years in the cafeteria at
Corsicana ISD, where she found joy in serving
others. She attended Central Thornton Baptist
Church.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; her
brother, Jimmy Glenn Griffith; and her husband,
Billy James Hardin.
She is survived by her children, James Wesley Hardin
and his wife Renee, Christina McManus and her
husband Scott, and Barbara Jean Mullins and her
husband Thomas. She also leaves behind her beloved
grandchildren, Bailey McCain and her husband Lee,
Blair Hardin Carsey, Nina Perry and husband Josh,
Holly Diaz and husband Ennis, Mac Huffman and wife
Autumn, Raven Huffman and fianc�e Samantha Mata,
Billy Grant McManus and fianc�e Kally Dupree, Coy
Ryan McManus, Cole Mullins, Hanna Mullins, and Asher
Mullins, along with 12 great-grandchildren: Nash,
Conner, Lawson, Ellie James, Tatum, Bryson, Braden
Lee, Cannon, Isabell, J.B., Keegan, and Caleb; and
her brothers, Robert Lee Griffith and David Ross
Griffith and his wife Patricia.
Barbara will be remembered for her kindness, her
laughter, and her devotion to her family and
friends. Her legacy of love will continue to touch
all who knew her.
Graveside services will be held at 4:00 PM on
Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at the
Hamilton Beeman Cemetery, officiated by Rev.
Tracey Sims. Family and friends are invited to a
visitation on Tuesday, April 30, from 6:00 to
8:00 PM at Corley Funeral Home in Corsicana.
Following interment, the family would like to invite
everyone to join them at the Retreat City Hall for a
reception and meal in honor of Barbara.
Barbara will be deeply missed, but her memory will
live on in the hearts of her loved ones.
Corley Funeral Home |
Notes:
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
- w/o Billy James
Hardin; d/o Robert Henry Griffith & Margie Ruth (Klutts)
Griffith
Jerrell Dean "Jerry"
(Blackmon) Gregory
Mar 1, 1942 - May 7, 2024
Mrs.
Jerrell Dean "Jerry" Gregory, age 82, of Corsicana,
Texas passed away on May 7, 2024, in Dallas, Texas.
She was born on March 1, 1942, in Corsicana, Texas
to William B. and Vella V. (Boyd) Blackmon. She
graduated from
Mildred High School in 1960. Jerry
married W.T. Gregory on September 12, 1961. They
lived in Arlington then moved to Duncanville to
raise their children. In 1983 they moved back to
Mildred to her families land.
Jerry was a very talented seamstress. She sewed
cheerleading uniforms, dance costumes, prom dresses,
wedding party and wedding dresses. She loved to be
outside working in her greenhouse, garden,
flowerbeds and raising Polled Herford Cattle. W.T.
and Jerry loved traveling in their RV. They traveled
around doing Genealogy and with the National
Methodist Campers Chapter 18 enjoying fellowship.
She was very active in First United Methodist
Church. She served with various groups cooking,
helped build the church garden and delivered Meals
on Wheels, recruiting any grandchild willing to
help. Jerry took painting classes and learned how to
paint; their house was decorated with a lot of her
beautiful paintings. She also loved following her
grandchildren around playing sports and various
other activities.
Jerry was preceded in death by her parents, William
B. and Vella V. Blackmon, and her daughter-in-law
Barbara Ann Gregory.
Jerry is survived by her loving husband of 62 years,
William T. "W.T." Gregory; her children, William
Timothy "Bill" Gregory of Mildred, Texas, Kimberly
Steele and her husband Dale of Andrews, Texas, Ray
Adams and his wife Tonya of Midlothian, Texas. Her
Grandchildren, Ashley Taylor and husband Joey,
Allison Gregory, Matthew Steele and his wife
Cassandra, Kaitlin Brinkley and her husband Ethan,
and Austin Adams: and her Great-Grandchildren, Bryan Hargrave, Hattie Taylor, Seth Wilbanks, Lane Steele,
Tenley Steele, Landry Brinkley and Kase Brinkley,
who all called her Meme, and her Brother-In-Law Elic
Gregory and wife Carol. She also leaves behind
numerous other family members and friends.
Celebration of Life will be held at 12:00 PM on
Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Corley Magnolia Chapel in
Corsicana, Texas. A visitation will be held from
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on the same day. Interment will
follow in the Eureka Cemetery. The pallbearers will
be Austin Adams, Ethan Brinkley, Joey Taylor, Bryan Hargrave and Matthew Steele. Elic Gregory will serve
as honorary pallbearer.
Jerry will be dearly missed by all who knew her, and
her legacy of love, dedication, and family will
continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough
to have her in their lives.
In lieu of flowers family ask you to make memorials
to Eureka Cemetery Association at P.O. Box 34,
Corsicana, Texas 75151.
Corley Funeral Home |
Notes:
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
- w/o William T. "W.T."
Gregory; d/o William Bluford Blackmon & Vella Vernell
(Boyd) Blackmon
Karee Joyce "Kay"
(Lansford) Ray
Nov 3, 1934 - Apr 13, 2024
Kay
Lansford Ray, 89, past away in her home on April 13,
2024 with her family by her side.
Kay was born on November 3, 1934 to doting parents,
Guy & Johnnie Lansford.
To those who loved her most, she was Mom, Grandmam�,
Grandmother, Kate, or simply Kay.
She loved her family and had a way of making each
one feel as though they were her favorite. Kay had a
wonderful sense of humor, at times only understood
by those closest to her.
She hated balloons, loved a good margarita and
always lived with style, beauty, strength and grace.
"Pretty is as pretty does", she would say.
Kay goes on to join her parents, Guy & Johnnie
Lansford; husband, Charles Ray; sister, Zoe Cofer;
grandson, Grant Rash.
She leaves behind her daughters, Terri Ray & Jill
Rash; grandchildren, Nicole Hughes, Marlon Cockerell,
Lauren Hable, Paige Tallon, Keaton Ray, and Zoey
Ray; great grandchildren, Olivia Carlisle, Avi Grace
Hughes, Cameron, Landon & Faith Cockerell, Elle
Hable and Jayce Tallon; niece Jann London; nephew,
Kelly Cofer; and son-in-law, Gene Rash.
A private service was held at
Richland
Cemetery on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
Corley Funeral Home
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Notes:
- w/o Charles David
Ray; d/o Guy Lansford & Johnnie Lansford
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
Wanda Maxine
(Pierce) Henderson
Feb. 7, 1947 - Jan. 20, 2025
Wanda
Maxine Henderson, "Grandma", peacefully entered into
eternal life from her home at Wheelock, TX,
surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, January
20, 2025.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on
Saturday, January 25, 2025, in the Groesbeck Funeral
Home Chapel, with Brother Richard Williams and Lew
Stewart of the Church of Christ of Groesbeck
officiating. Burial will follow in the Old Union
Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Brandon Slater, Carson Slater,
Carter Kuizinas, Troy Thompson, Clyde Thompson, and
Lew Stewart.
Honorary pallbearers will be Pete Chasteen, Tommy
Morgan, Keith Brown, Colin Lenamond, Bud Renfro,
Darren Renfro, and in memory of those who have
preceded her in death, Kenneth Thompson, Brandon
Brown, Steve Brown, and Norman Jones.
Wanda was born in Navarro County on February 7,
1947, to Clyde Pierce and Eva Mae Thompson Pierce.
She grew up in Dawson and graduated from Dawson High
School, and then attended Navarro Junior College.
Wanda worked as a legal assistant for Attorney Harry
Fender in Mexia, and then for Star Petroleum in
Corsicana where she handled all administrative
matters. She was a member of the Dawson Order of the
Eastern Star.
Wanda was united in marriage with Cameron "Cammie"
Deen Henderson in 1994, and they made their home in
both Old Union and Wheelock communities. Wanda had
been raised in a cotton-farm family and became an
active cattle rancher with Cammie. She loved to work
- all day - every day.
Wanda loved spending time creating lasting memories
with her children and grandchildren, whether
fishing, hunting, gardening, working cattle, or
enjoying the serenity of the beach (and the hotter
the better for her.)
She was a faithful member of the Church of Christ,
earlier in Dawson, then attending at Franklin and at
Old Union. Her warmth and passion for life touched
everyone she met, leaving a legacy of love and joy.
The last five years of her life and especially the
last three years became a terrific struggle with a
rare and debilitating illness, which resulted in her
inability to speak, and for which the doctors found
no treatment and no cure. She was lovingly cared for
in her home by her husband and her family who would
have done anything possible to provide for her
needs.
Wanda was preceded in death by her parents.
She was a devoted wife to Cammie Henderson and a
proud mother to her children, Brad and wife Erica
Slater, Stacey and wife Nicole Slater, Taylor
Henderson, Courtland Kuizinas, and Clay Henderson.
She cherished her role as grandmother to Brandon
Slater, Carson Slater, Matt Slater, Carter Kuizinas,
McKenzie Conner, Alex Munk, Ian Munk, Grant Munk,
Zach Munk, and Zane Henderson.
In her honor, the family requests donations in
support of Dr. Belen Pascual's Frontotemporal
Dementia (FTD) research at Houston Methodist
Hospital's Nantz National Alzheimer Center.
Donations can be made here: https://givingforms.houstonmethodist.org/NantzGivingForm
or you may mail a check to: Nantz National Alzheimer
Center c/o Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation,
P.O. Box 4384, Houston, TX 77210-4384.
Wanda will be deeply missed by her family and
friends, but her spirit and love will live on in the
hearts of all who knew her. |
Notes:
Frank G. Phillips, Jr.
Jul 11, 1940 - May 6, 2025
On
May 6, 2025, Frank G. Phillips, Jr., beloved
husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and
friend passed peacefully on to Glory at the age of
84 years. He was surrounded by his family.
Frank was born in Groesbeck, Texas on July 11, 1940,
the son of Frank and Nina Phillips. He was welcomed
by six sisters.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May
10 at 11:00 a.m. at Wade Funeral Home Chapel in
Hubbard, Texas with Rev. Ricky Woodall and Steve
Putman officiating. Visitation will be prior to the
service at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in
Liberty
Hill Cemetery near Dawson.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patricia, a
son, Lane Phillips and wife Audra, a daughter, Lori
Clemons, two grandsons, Dave Clemons and Casey
Phillips, two granddaughters, Lauren Farmer and
husband Lee, and Emily Taylor, five
great-grandchildren, Easton, Riley, Jace, Paxtyn,
and Elowyne, nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.
Preceding Frank in death were his parents, his
sisters and husbands, Thelma, Estelle, Ruby, Margie,
Doris and Minnie, his son in law, Jerry Clemons, and
many nieces and nephews.
Frank accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior as a
young teenager and was baptized at Memorial Baptist
Church in Waco by Rev, A. Myers who also officiated
at his marriage. He and Pat are longtime members of
First Baptist Church in Hubbard.
Frank began work at an early age. His first job was
as a door to door donut salesman. Next he had a
daily newspaper route. At age 14 he was hired as a
sack boy at HEB in Waco. Over the years he worked
his way up to Store Director. After 25 years, he
left HEB to own a small chain of Jiffy Mart
Convenience Stores with the help of Pat, Lori and
Lane. During this same period he was the owner and
operator of Phillips Fixture Company, designing and
building grocery and convenience stores.
He sold his stores and retired in 2005.
For 20 years Frank enjoyed his retirement with Pat
by raising cattle, showing their 1957 Chevy, driving
his tractor, traveling in their RV, spending time
with and loving their Grands and Great-Grands,
always trying to keep their yard, pasture and
buildings neat and clean.
Pallbearers will be Bill Chapman, James Eakins, Reid
Gentry, Brian Maddox, Paul Morris and John Remonte.
Honorary Pallbearers are Bill Brown, Joe Carpenter,
Ray Dobbs, Wayne Kilgo, Lyle Scholten and Glenn
Wallace.
If you should choose to do so, memorials may be made
to FBC Building Fund, P.O. Box 176, Hubbard, TX
76648 or the American Cancer Society,
1-800-227-2345.
Arrangements by Wade Funeral Home.
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Notes:
George Ann (Watkins)
O'Bannon
Feb 24, 1949 - Jul 9, 2025
Corsicana
- Services for George Ann O'Bannon, 76, of Tyler,
were held on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.
at First Baptist Church in Downtown Tyler, with Rev.
Pike Wisner officiating. Burial followed at 1:30
p.m. in Resthaven Memorial Park in Corsicana, under
the direction of Stewart Family Funeral Home.
Mrs. O'Bannon passed away on Wednesday, July 9,
2025, in Tyler. She was born February 24, 1949, in
Corsicana to George and Kay Reames Watkins.
George Ann was a proud graduate of
Corsicana High
School, Class of 1967. She went on to attend Baylor
University, where she earned her degree in just
three years. She began her career as an English
teacher and drill team sponsor at Corsicana High
School. Over the next four decades, she dedicated
herself to education - first as a teacher and then
receiving her master's as a school counselor,
serving students in several school districts, with
the majority of her career spent as a beloved
counselor at Whitehouse High School.
In addition to her lifelong work in education,
George Ann was also a trailblazer in the world of
sports officiating. She umpired little league, high
school, and college baseball for more than 30 years
� many of those alongside her husband. She was proud
to be the first female umpire in her area, and her
love for the game was matched only by her commitment
to fairness and mentorship on the field.
George Ann was preceded in death by her parents. She
is survived by her husband of 30 years, Jim
O'Bannon; her children, Meredith Dosser, Andrew
Dosser and Ashley Oravetz; her grandkids, Grayson
Dosser, Braeden O'Bannon, and Grace O'Bannon; and
many extended family members and friends who will
deeply miss her strength, spirit, and devotion to
others. |
Notes:
- w/o Ronald Charles
Dosser, Jules Ashton OravetazIII & Jim O'Bannon; d/o
George Alvin Watkins and Kathryn May "Kay" (Reames)
Watkins
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun - Fri., July 11, 2025
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
Darla
Yvonne (Combs) Cline
Apr. 24, 1961 - Apr. 30, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Darla
Yvonne Cline, who left us peacefully on April 30,
2025. Born on April 24, 1961 in Dallas Tx to Bobby
and Yvonne Combs. She was proceeded in death by her
parents and her son Bobby Gene Dunn II aka Scooter.
She is survived by her husband Sammy Cline,
daughters Derinda Scott, Ginger Downey, Lauren
Cline, and Julie Gordon, sons TJ Stamey and Justin
Cline. Grandchildren left to cherish her memory are
Bobby Gene III, Kayenne and Sage Dunn, Evan and Luke
Scott, Eric and Tiffany Stamey, and Bryce, Blanche,
Caisyn, Cameron, Adeline, Catherine, Millie and
Rosie Cline.
Darla was a familiar face in the community, working
at the Kerens Quik Stop from 1989 to 2007, where she
became a cherished part of the daily routine for
many. Her warmth, work ethic, and genuine care for
others made her a beloved figure to all who knew
her.
Above all, Darla was a devoted mother and
grandmother. Her family was her world, and her love
for her children and grandchildren knew no bounds.
She will be remembered for her unconditional love,
her ability to listen with an open heart, and her
ability to always put others before herself.
She leaves behind a family who will continue to
carry forward the love, wisdom, and strength she
instilled in them.
Visitation will be held at Paschal's Funeral Home in
Kerens on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 4-6pm. Funeral
services will be held at Paschal's Sunday, May 4,
2025 at 2pm with graveside to follow at
Kerens
Cemetery. Gary Combs will be officiating.
Pallbearers will be Bobby Gene Dunn III, Evan Scott,
Luke Scott, Eric Stamey, Dustin Allred, and Milam
Allred.
Rest in peace, Darla. You will be deeply missed but
never forgotten.
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Notes:
-
The Corsicana Daily Sun - Fri, May 2, 2025
- Submitted by
Karen Rost
- w/o Bobby Gene Dunn, Earnest C. Stamey
& Sammy
Cline; d/o Bobby Joe Combs & Ethel Yvonne (Pannell)
Combs
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