Hatcher Leonard Harvey Hatcher 75, of Saratoga died Sunday January 4,2009 in Beaumont TX.

A native and life long residence of Saratoga Leonard was an Oilfield worker for Basil Oilfield Services.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Thomas and Virginia Hatcher, brother Raymond Hatcher.

Survivors are His wife; Deloris Hatcher of Saratoga, Sons; Bobby Hatcher and wife Candass of Woodville, Scott Hatcher and wife Susan of Amarillo TX. Daughter; Sharon Patton of Batson. Brothers; Jerald Hatcher of Buna, Bill Hatcher of Buffalo TX, Wayne Hatcher of Silsbee. Sisters; Mertie Duffee of Houston, Lenora “ Pee Wee” Wells of Saratoga. Grandchildren; 8 Great grandchildren; 5.

A service of remembrance will be held Wednesday January 7, 2009 at 2;00P.M. At West End Baptist church of Saratoga with Reverend Gary Criswell and Bill Fabriguze officiating interment will follow at Guedry cemetery of Batson. Visitation will be held Tuesday January 6, 2009 beginning at 5:00 P.M. at the church

Arrangements provided by Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, Tx.

Fregia

Jessie Fregia Jr, 82 of Hull died Monday January 5,2009 in Liberty TX.

A native of Daisetta he had lived in the area most of his life and was a Roughneck working in the Oilfield industry.

He was preceded in death by his wife: Evelyn Price Fregia, son, Glenn David Fregia and grandson Matthew David Fregia.

Survivors are Sons; Jerry Fregia and wife “Tiny” of Hardin, Alton Fregia and wife Tammy of Hardin, Milton Fregia and wife Tina of Hardin, James Poitevent and wife Virginia of Liberty. Half Brother; Aubrey Fregia of Raywood.Grandchildren; 10 and Great Grandchildren; 1.

Service of remembrance will be held Thursday January 8, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. at New Life Assembly of God Church of Batson with Reverend Bill Campbell and Reverend Bob Morgan officiating interment to follow at Guedry Cemetery in Batson. The family will be receiving friends Wednesday January 7,2009 from 5:00P.M. Until 9:00 P.M.also at the church.

Arrangements provided by Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, TX

	Parker Carol Joan Martin Parker, 77, of Houston died Thursday, January 1, 2009 after an extended illness.

She was born November 21, 1931 in Dayton to parents Leo and Clara Ashley Martin. She was a long time resident of Dayton and attended Dayton Schools. Mrs. Parker loved her family and enjoyed crocheting, as she made blankets for all the grandchildren and great-grandchildren. While in Dayton she was a member of the First Baptist Church.

A Memorial Service will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 10, 2009 at The First Baptist Church with Rev. Chris Trousdale officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home.

Mrs. Parker was preceded in death by her parents; her brother: Robert “Bob” Martin; her sister: Barbara Martin Brown; and her great-grandson: Tyler Schneiter. She is survived by her daughter: Cindy Cream of Onalaska; her sons: Terry Boyett and wife Renee of Dayton and Robbie Parker and wife Elizabeth of Kingwood; her brother: Will R. “Butch” Martin and wife Sherry of Dayton; and her sister: Lenitta Martin of Dayton; three grandchildren: Chris Cream, Angela Boyett Murphy and Ashley Boyett Schneiter; two great-grandchildren; also numerous other relatives and a host of friends.

	Warren Billy Dwayne Warren, 53, of Dayton died December 29, 2008 after an extended illness.

He was born July 21, 1955 in Mendenhall, Mississippi to parent Billy G. and Jane Wells Warren. He served in the United States Army. He had lived in the Dayton area since 1997 where he worked at J & L Auto, and attend Eastgate Church. Dwayne enjoyed fishing and music.

Memorial Service will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at Houston National Cemetery under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home.

Mr. Warren was preceded in death by his father; brother: Jeffery T. Warren and infant sister: Darlene Warren. He is survived by his wife of 11 years: Rose Mary Thompson Warren of Dayton; his son: Billy Dwayne Warren, Jr. and wife Amber of Bainbridge, Georgia; his mother: Jane Well Munday of Mississippi and three grandchildren.

	Arabie Joan G. Arabie, 76, of Moss Bluff, Texas passed away Friday, January 2, 2009 after a short, but peaceful battle with cancer.

She was born in San Diego, California to Joe P. and Patricia Patterson Foreman on April 12, 1932. She loved to fish, camp out, work in and talk to all of her flowers and garden, and play with her pets. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Liberty and also worked there as a bookkeeper for many years before retiring.

Joan was preceded in death by her parents and son, Roy Lee Garrett. She is survived by her loving husband Dallas R. Arabie, Sr. of Moss Bluff; sons, Keith A. Arabie and wife Samantha of Baytown, Gary W. Arabie of Baytown; daughters, Mollie Faye Daniels and husband Charles of Liberty, Maribeth Smith of Houston, Teresa Milleson and husband Mike of Houston, Diana Mates of Wisconsin, Barbara Gresham and Frances Jones both of Ohio, Susan Y’Barbo and family of Newton, and Sara Sheppard and family of Roman Forest; sister, Evelyn N. Foreman and best friend Sara Brown of Atlanta, Georgia; grandson, Michael Lee Garrett Poppe and family of Riverside, California; granddaughter, Brittney E. Garrett and family of Austin; and numerous more extended family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and close friends. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

A visitation for family and friends will be from five until eight o’clock in the evening with a rosary being recited at six o’clock Monday, January 5 at Allison Funeral Service. A service of remembrance will take place at ten o’clock in the morning, Tuesday, January 6 at Allison Funeral Service with a committal service to follow in the Liberty Catholic Cemetery.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service 1101 N Travis Liberty, Texas 77575. 936.336.6418 Condolences may be made online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com

Lovelle

Michael Ray Lovelle, age 62, died December 31, 2008 in Denton, Texas.

Michael was born July 31, 1946 in Bellville, Texas the son of the late Otis Henry Lovelle Sr. and Lillie Scholman. Michael was a graduate of Liberty High School and was a past member of First United Methodist Church of Liberty.

He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his brother Otis Henry Lovelle Jr.

He leaves behind his brother John Ira Lovelle, of Dayton, a sister-in-law Monte J. Bowles, and his beloved nieces and nephews Steve Lovelle, Leslie Lovelle, Andy Smith, Michelle Lay, and Mitzie Buss.

Visitation will be held Saturday January 3, 2009 from 12-2pm at the Allison Funeral Service. Funeral services to be held at 2pm at the funeral home with burial to follow in Fairlawn Cemetery.

	Linney Juanita Fregia Linney, 84, a resident of Weatherford, Texas died on December 31, 2008.

Mrs. Linney was a devoted wife and mother. She served beside her husband in the ministry for many years and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Mrs. Linney was born November 12, 1924 in Liberty County, Texas to parents Mr. and Mrs. Gene Fregia. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 63 years, Reverend Jack B. Linney and son Jack B. Linney, Jr.

Services for Mrs. Linney will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 5, 2009 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel in Dayton with Rev. Joseph P. Granberry officiating. Interment will follow at Linney Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., Sunday at the Funeral Home.

She is survived by her sons: Steve Linney and Paul Linney both of Weatherford, Mike Linney of Fort Worth and Tim Linney of Rosenberg, 13 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; brother: J.F. “Buddy” Fregia; sisters: Idora West, Hazel Fregia, Leona Mitchell, Beatrice Clements, Dorothy Ray, Patsy Ruth Hoffer, and Deloris Hardy;
also numerous other relatives and friends

Fredenburg

Lucky Eugene Fredenburg, 61, of Dayton, Texas died Wednesday, December 31, 2008. He was born November 1, 1941 to Jack and Arlene Fredenburg in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Gene loved being outdoors. He enjoyed fishing and swimming. Gene was a loving, helpful, wise and funny husband, father, and friend.

Gene is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Rocky Fredenburg. He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Angela Fredenburg; daughter, Kari Isom and husband Mark of Dallas; grandchildren, Ashley and Kristina Rocheford of St. Peter, Minnesota; and other relatives and close friends.

A memorial service will be held at God’s Word in Action Church in Dayton, Texas on Saturday, January 3rd at 3:00 PM.

Arrangements are under the direction Sterling Funeral Home 602 North Main Dayton, Texas 77535. 936.258.2678. Condolences may be online at www.sterlingfuneralhome.com.

Hamic

George Albert Hamic, age 67, of Anahuac, TX died, Friday, December 26, 2008 at his home. A graveside memorial service will be held on, January 2, 2009, 2PM at the Anahuac Cemetery.

George was born on October 19, 1941 in Kansas City, Missouri, to William Hamic and Ethel Ethridge Hamic. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran of 20 years and worked for the State Dept as a Communications Specialist.

George is preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Bill Hamic, two sisters, Katherine Lough and Beverly Brassfield. The survivors are his wife, Michiko Sakamota Hamic of Anahuac, two daughters, Tracy and husband Mitsuhiro Iwasaki and Christine Cormier and husband Gavin of Anahuac, five grandchildren, Justin Iwasaki, Joshua Cormier, Kevin Iwasaki, Tia Cormier and Chace Cormier, and a host of other family members and friends.

	Johnson Stephen Wayne Johnson, 55, of Plano, died Tuesday, December 30, 2008 in Temple, Texas.

He was born December 24, 1953 in Austin, Texas to parents: Ellis Ray Johnson and Vera Spencer Johnson. He served during the Vietnam era in the United States Marine Corp and the United States Navy where he trained for the Submarine Corps. Stephen was a very talented pencil artist and carpenter, and he also worked with leather. He brought laughter and joy to many people.

A Memorial Service will be during the noon hour on Saturday, January 3, 2009 at the Liberty Church of Christ. Arrangements are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home.

Stephen was preceded in death by his father: Ellis Ray Johnson; his step-fathers: Julius David Blaha and Hillary George Wiggins, all who he admired and respected. He is survived by his mother: Vera Blaha Wiggins of Liberty; his brothers: Micheal Ray Johnson of Plano and Jay Johnson of Austin; his sisters: Debbie Andree of Galveston, Tonya Johnson of Oregon and Renee Blaha of Austin; also special aunts, uncles, numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. He had a special relationship with his niece, Camilla Johnson and nephew, Adrian Ware.

	Jackson Funeral Service for Earl Raymond Jackson, 64, of Ames, Texas, will be held Saturday, January 3, 2009 at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church, Ames, at 11 A.M with Reverend Father Ikeokwu Nduh, M.S.P., Celebrant, with burial in Ames Catholic Cemetery.

A native of Liberty, he graduated West Liberty High School in 1964. He worked maintenance for The Brown and Root Corporation. He was a member of Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church, in Ames.

He died Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at Ben Taub Hospital in Houston, Texas.

Visitation will be held Saturday from 9AM until time of service at the church.

He is survived by his wife, June Jackson, three sons: Earl Raymond Jackson III, of Atascocita, Texas, Raymond Earl Jackson of The Woodlands, Texas and Earlvin Ramon Jackson of Houston, Texas, one sister Joyce Montgomery of Houston.

	Yates Emma Eaton Yates, 71, of Liberty diedd Tuesday, December 30, 2008 after a brave battle with cancer.

She was born August 8, 1937 in Dayton, Texas to parents: Richard and Susie Robinson Eaton. She attended Dayton Schools, worked for the prison system and as a nurses aide.

Service for Mrs. Yates will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 2, 2009 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Glazener officiating.

Interment will follow at Cooke Cemetery in Liberty. Visitation will be Thursday evening 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home.

Mrs. Yates was preceded in death by her parents, sisters: Olivia, Elzeda, and Evelyn, and brothers: Richard, Jr., James, David, and Steve. She is survived by sons: Gaylon Ferguson and wife Glenda of Batson, and Timothy Ferguson and wife Uli of Baytown; grandchildren: Christi, Clint, Niki, Sara, Trey, and Holly; great-grandchildren: Caleb, Tim, Nathan, and Judah; brother: Samuel Eaton of Liberty; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.

	Bowles Eolin Finklea Bowles, age 89, beloved mother, and grandmother died on Sunday, December 28, 2008.

She was born on June 17, 1919, in Shreveport, LA., to Frank Finklea and Alice Delhomme Finklea. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Ray Bowles, and her brother, Warren A. Finklea.

Eolin is survived by her son, Warren (Wes) Sterling and his wife Melanie, of Friendswood, TX., a brother, James R. Finklea of Orange, a sister Betty Reilly of Houston, and three grandchildren, five great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.

Eolin worked as an insurance clerk and under writer for over 40 years. She was a graduate of the Daisetta high school and the Elliott Business College, Houston, TX. In addition, she attended insurance school in Hartford, Connecticut. In 1950, Eolin married the love of her life, Ray Bowles. They remained happily together until his death in April 1992.

Among her many service-oriented affiliation, Eolin was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Liberty, the UMW, the ‘We Care’ group and the Liberty Trivium Club. She was also, along with her husband Ray, a charter member of The Valley Players Theatre group.

Visitation will be held at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, TX from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. on Friday, January 2, 2009. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2009 at 11:00 A. M., at the First United Methodist Church 539 Main Street Liberty, Texas 77575 with the Reverend Jay Barnes officiating. Burial will follow in the Fairlawn Cemetery.

Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service
1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 936-336-6418. To share condolences online visit www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

	Fregia John “ Pedo” Fregia 76, of Batson died Sunday December 28,2008 at his residence.

Funeral service will be held Wednesday December 31,2008 at 2:00P.M. At New Life Assembly of God church of Batson, with Reverend Sheri Dark and Darrell Brown officiating, interment will follow at Guedry cemetery in Batson.

The family will be receiving friends Tuesday December 30.2008 from 6:00P.M. Until 9:00P.M. At the church.

Pedo lived in Batson many years and had worked for Oilfield Production Co. of Daisetta and Enloe’s Memorial of Batson.

Survivors are his loving wife, Lorine “ Sissy” Fregia of Batson, daughter; Rose Bryant and husband Gary of Batson, Jackie Werner and husband Darrell of Batson. Sons; Roger Fregia and wife Diana of Sour, Lake, David Fregia and wife Michelle of Batson, Clayton Fregia of Baytown, and friend Billy Ore also of Baytown. Grandchildren 15. Great grandchildren; 22.

	Blanchard Anna “Violet” Hallstrom Blanchard, 96, of Grove, OK, died Tuesday, December 30, 2008, at the Integris Grove Hospital in Grove, OK.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 31, 2008, at the Grand Lake Funeral Home in Grove, OK.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 2, 2009, at the Oaklawn Memorial Gardens with burial following thereafter. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, Friday, at the funeral home. Services are under the direction of Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Home in Galesburg, IL.

Vi was born December 15, 1912 in Greenbush, IL to parents; Swan and Marie Johanson Hallstrom, was a former resident of Galesburg, IL and has resided in Grove, OK for the past six years. She was a graduate of the Alexis High School class of 1932, a nanny for Dr. Sullivan’s family during high school and for the Burch family of Chicago following her graduation, and former volunteer for St. Mary’s Hospital. She also enjoyed reading, genealogy, crafts, word seek puzzles, games, flowers, socializing at the Grove Senior Center, and corresponding with relatives in Sweden.

Mrs. Blanchard was preceded in death by her husband of 34 years: Leo E. Blanchard, her parents, brother: Rolland Hallstrom, and sister: Margaret Farm. She is survived by her daughters: Barbara A. Harrison of Grove, OK and Elise Blanchard of Galesburg, IL, grandsons: Brad J. Harrison and Michelle Sunderman of Forest City, NC and Brent M. Harrison of Dayton, TX, great-grandchildren: Ally K. and Trace M. Harrison of Dayton, TX, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

	LaBove Funeral Service for Lawrence “Chief” LaBove, 83, of Raywood, Texas, will be held Saturday, January 3, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Raywood, at 10 A.M with Reverend Father Charles Atuah, M.S.P., with burial in Sacred Heart Cemetery.

A native of Maurice, Louisiana he was a farmer and laborer for Brown and Root Corporation.

A member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, he diedWednesday, December 24, 2008 at Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas.

Visitation will be held Saturday from 8AM until time of service at the church.

He is survived by his wife, Ruby Mallett LaBove of Raywood, Texas, one son, grandchildren, great-grandchildren; two sisters, and a host of other relatives and friends.

	Barker James ‘Jim’ R. Barker Jr., age 79, of Moss Hill, died Saturday, December 27, 2008 in a Beaumont Hospice.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday December 30, 2008 at 2:00 P.M., at the First United Methodist Church 539 North Main Street, Liberty, TX, 77575 with the Reverend Jay Barnes officiating. Burial will follow in the Liberty City Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Monday, from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M, December 29, 2008 at the Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street., Liberty, TX.

Jim was born on March 17, 1929 in Houston, TX, to James R. Barker and Mary Lucille Christian Barker. He graduated from the Lamar High School in Houston in 1947 and graduated from the University of Texas, South Texas College of Law, and William Howard Taft University with degrees in Pharmacy, Law, and CPA. Jim was very active in the Democratic Party of South Texas and Liberty County. The majority of his professional life was spent as owner and pharmacist of retail pharmacies in Liberty and Houston. His love of education led him to become qualified as an attorney at law, certified public accountant and realtor.

Jim was a devoted member and supporter of many professional, social and charitable organizations, including Kappa Sigma Fraternity; Sons of the Republic of Texas and Sons of the American Revolution. At various times in his life, Jim was honored to fill leadership roles in many of these organizations; he was a Master Mason of the Masonic Lodge, vice-chair and chair elect of the Texas Pharmaceutical Association, a delegate of the American Pharmacists’ Association, and President of the Liberty Lions Club. Other organizations that contributed to the fullness of Jim’s life were the Rotary Club, First United Methodist Church of Liberty, and Boy Scouts of American. Jim was also a member of the Chancellor’s Council and Leadership Society of the University of Texas.

Jim is preceded in death by his parents and wife, Wanda Lou Penick Barker. He is survived by his son, James R. Barker III and his wife Lisa, three daughters, Cina Barker Guthrie and husband John, Gayla Barker Hayes and husband Mark, and Starla Barker, Grandaughters; Joan Guthrie Hawkes, Courtney Guthrie Boullion, Marla Hayes Schmitz, Kaylee Barker, Stephanie Barker, and Katelyn Barker, Grandsons; Christian Gordon, James Barker IV, and Evan Barker, and a host of other family members and friends.

Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 936-336-6418. To share condolences online visit www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

	Whitsell Hershel David Whitsell, Jr, 43, of Houston, Texas died Monday, December 22, 2008.

He was born on December 13, 1965 to Hershel David Whitsell, Sr. and Joan Yvonne Psencik in Channelview, Texas.

David is preceded in death by his brother, Dale Wayne Whitsell; grandparents; and aunt, Peggy Anderson. He is survived by his mother, Joan Psencik and husband Walter of Dayton; father, Hershel David Whitsell, Sr. of Cloverleaf; sisters, Darla Funderburk and husband Richard of Moss Hill Tammy Holloway and husband Carl of Baytown and Amanda Price and husband Bo of Atascocita; brothers, Danny Ray Whitsell of Beaumont and Travis Psencik and wife Jessie of Dayton; niece, Natalie Holloway; nephews, Jason Sanders, Richard Funderburk, Danny Holloway, Jonathan Whitsell, Dale Wayne Whitsell, Jr., Milo Psencik, and Parker Price; and numerous more relatives and close friends.

A visitation will be held Monday, December 29 from 12:00 until 2:00 PM at Sterling Funeral Home. A service of remembrance will be held at 2:00 PM with interment to follow in Magnolia Park Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Sterling Funeral Home 602 N Main St Dayton, Texas 77535. 936.258.2678. Condolences may be made online at www.sterlingfuneralhome.com

Hensley

Danny L. Hensley, 70 of Liberty, a retired high school and middle school choral music teacher for the Liberty ISD, died Saturday Dec. 27, 2008 in a Fort Worth hospital.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday January 10, 2009 at Heights Baptist Church in Liberty.

Mr. Hensley was born March 20, 1938 in Wichita, Kansas to Lee R. and Ruth Pack Hensley. He married Marilyn Martin on June 15, 1968 in Cleburne. He was a member of Heights Baptist Church in Liberty where he served as a deacon and sang in the choir. He also enjoyed traveling, music, and reading.

Dan is preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Juanita Myers.

Dan leaves behind his Wife, Marilyn Hensley of Liberty; daughters, Danna Hafner and husband, Brad of Palestine, Holli Hensley of Austin; brothers, Edward L. Hensley and wife, Arlene of Apopka, Florida, Bill Hensley of Lombard, Illinois; sister, Shirley Bradford and husband, Wendell of Harriman, Tennessee; brother-in law, Roy Myers of Bellavista, Arkansas; granddaughters, Jordan, Kelsey, and Megan Hafner and numerous nieces and nephews.

	Roach Eugenia Delzell Roach 63, of Daisetta died Tuesday December 23,2008 in Beaumont TX.

A native of Liberty she lived in Daisetta most of her life and was a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her granddaughter; Madison Roach.

Survivors include Mother; Julia Mae Delzell of Daisetta. Sons; John Vernon Lowe of Williamsburg Va., Joseph Andrew Roach Jr. wife Karen of Daisetta and James Allen Roach of Daisetta. Daughter; Elizabeth “Cissy” Villarreal , husband Henry of Daisetta. Grandchildren; Geovany Pescador, Nathan Lunday Jr. of Daisetta, Ashton Pescador and husband Jose, of Smith Point, Colton Roach of Daisetta and Alyssa Villarreal of Smith Point.

Funeral service was held Saturday December 27,2008 at 1:00P.M. At First Baptist Church in Daisetta with Reverend Larry Luster and Lonnie Jordan officiating, interment followed at Oakdale cemetery. Visitation was held Friday December 26,2008 from 4:00P.M. until 9:00P.M. at the church.

Arrangemenets by Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, Tx.

	Daniel Florence Jessie Daniel 94, of Batson died Monday December 22, 2008 in Beaumont.

Funeral service will be held Wednesday December 24,2008 at 2:00P.M. At Batson Prairie Baptist church with interment to follow at Guedry cemetery in Batson.

A gathering will begin at 10:00A.M. Also Wednesday at the church.

Born to Jesse and Mary Sarah Young in Daisetta, she was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years Esthel Tusan Daniel, daughter; Mary Josephine Daniel, brother; Carl Young, Cleve Young. Sisters; Ida McNeil, Margaret Goodrum, Bea McCreight, Jessie Lee Fregia, Audrey Fregia. Survivors are Son; Jesse Daniel Sr. of Batson. Grandchildren: Jesse Daniel Jr, and Jennifer Daniel. Great grandchildren; 3 and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends

Arrangements by Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, Tx.

	Zylks Melvin G. “Pete” Zylks, Sr., 76, of Dayton, died Wednesday, December 17, 2008, at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 23, 2008, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Ladder Day Saints in Liberty. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Monday, December 22, 2008, at the funeral home. Local arrangements are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. Services will also be held Wednesday, December 24, 2008, with Gorsulowsky Funeral Home in Vivian, LA, with burial following at the Slaughter Cemetery in Rodessa, LA.

Pete was born July 23, 1932, in Rodessa, LA, to parents; Samuel G., Sr. and Viola Shaw Zylks, a former resident of Hooks, and has resided in the Dayton area for the past 34 years. He was a graduate of the Rodessa High School class of 1950, a retired dairy, rice, and soy bean farmer, member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Ladder Day Saints, and enjoyed training Tennessee Walking Horses, golf, gardening, and raccoon hunting.

Mr. Zylks was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter: Makenna Jo Bales, two brothers, and four sisters. He is survived by his wife of 56 years: Bobbie Alford Zylks of Dayton, daughters: Patti Bales and husband Mark of Hawaii and Cathy Majors and husband Clint of Hamilton, MT, son: Melvin G. “Pepper” Zylks of Power, MT, son-in-law: Kenneth Lack of Hooks, brother: Roy Don Zylks of Zylks, LA, sisters: Faye Thompson of Zylks, LA and Dorothy Keener of Zylks, LA, 12 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Thain

Margaret Ann Stuckey Thain, 35, of Liberty, died Friday, December 19, 2008, in Liberty.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 23, 2008, at the Hill Side Cemetery on HWY 146 in Liberty. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, at the funeral home. Services are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.

Margaret was born January 28, 1973 in Anahuac, to parents; Jan Ray Stuckey, Sr. and Margie Vaughn, and has resided in the Liberty area throughout her life. She was a homemaker, member of the Open House Ministry, and enjoyed crafts and spending time with her family.

Mrs. Thain was preceded in death by her father: Jan Ray Stuckey, Sr. and mother: Margie Vaughn Nugent. She is survived by her husband of 19 years: Gilbert Thain, Sr. of Liberty, son: Gilbert Thain, Jr. of Liberty, daughter: Britteny Thain of Liberty, sisters: Sharon Sias and husband Brad of Moss Hill, Janet Havener and husband Harry of Liberty, and Melba Scott and husband Donald of Liberty, brothers: Jan Ray Stuckey, Jr. and wife Sam of Liberty and Gary Stuckey and wife Lisa of Hardin, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

LeNormand

Alberta Maxine LeNormand age 81 diedFriday at Faith Community Hospice in Baytown with her loving family by her side.

She was born in Shady Point, Texas June 25, 1927 the daughter of the late Glen Gartner and Ada Smith Gartner. She was a graduate of Hull-Daisetta High School, and was an avid volunteer for the elderly. She enjoyed fishing and crocheting and loved to spend time with her beloved family.

She was preceded in death by her husband Curtis LeNormand Sr. and her two brothers Glen Gartner Jr. and Larry David Gartner.

She leaves behind her son Curtis LeNormand Jr. and his wife Donna. Siblings, Veramaude Vessel, Howard Eugene Gartner, Darlene Teal, Anita Cook and Mary Coker. In addition she leaves two grandchildren, Christopher Dwayne and Clifford Allen LeNormand and a host of nieces, nephews and close friends.

Visitation will be held Monday from 5-8pm at the Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. Funeral Services to be held Tuesday 1pm at the funeral home, with burial to follow in Oakdale Cemetery, Daisetta.

	Martin Alice Lucille Martin, age 90, of Sour Lake, TX, died Thursday, December 18, 2008 in a Beaumont Hospital.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 22, 2008 at the Allison Funeral Service Chapel, 1101North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 at 2:00P. M. with the Rev. William Fabriguze officiating, with burial in the Guedry Cemetery Batson, TX. A visitation will be held on Monday at Allison Funeral Service at 12:00 P.M. until service time.

Alice was born on March 17, 1918 in Batson, TX., to Charlie Carouthers and Flossie Mae McClendon. Alice married Manuel Davis Martin on September 11, 1941 in Angleton, TX, and they made their home in southeast Texas. She was a member of the Pentecostal Church, and a homemaker.

Alice is preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son, Manuel Gene Martin, three brothers, Titus Carouthers, and John Ellis Carouthers, and Timothy Carouthers, and a sister, Raqchel Douglas. Survivors are a daughter and son-in-law, Aileen and Brian Kent Tanner of Sour Lake, TX., a brother, David Carouthers and wife Barbara of Pasadena, TX two grandchildren, Deborah Watson and husband Johnny, and Clifford Tanner and wife Michelle, five great grandchildren, Kari Leon and husband Sean, Courtney Hinson, Mandi Hinson, Whitney Tanner, and Truett Tanner, and numerous Nieces and Nephews and a host of other family members and friends.


Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service
1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 936-336-6418. To share condolences online visit www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

	Huff Lessie Beatrice Huff, age 88, of Hardin, TX died Thursday, at her home in Hardin, TX.

Funeral service will be held on Sunday, December 21, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. at the Hardin Baptist Church, 138 C.R. 2003 South, Hardin, TX., with the Rev. Tony Hines officiating, with burial in the Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Orange, TX. A visitation will be held on Friday, December 20, 2008 at the Allison Funeral Service, 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, TX from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.

Bea was born on October 27, 1920, to Elzy D. Marze and Hattie Teresa Claude Marze in Rockland, Texas. She was a member of the Hardin Baptist Church, the Dorcus Sunday School Class and a retired School Food Service Specialist with the West Orange – Cove ISD. She was a member of the West Orange-Cove Food Service Org. Bea enjoyed her church family, crocheting, needlepoint, camping, fishing, and plwaying forty two.

Bea is preceded in death by her parents, two husbands, Lloyd N. Weaver, and Allen F. Huff, two brothers, C.V. Marze and Moody Marze, and two sisters, Willie Mae Stewart and Hazel Atchison.

She is survived by her sons: Kenneth N. Weaver and wife Cindy, of Spurger, TX. and Grover Frank Huff and wife Diane of Hardin, TX; Three Step-sons; Loy G. Huff and wife Shirley, of Baytown, TX., Hollis P. Huff, of Orange, TX., and Milton P. Huff and wife Mary Lee, of Vidor, TX, grandchildren, Kenneth N. Weaver, Jr., Krissy Weaver Pickney, Kayla Weaver Blake, Joshua F. Huff, Jacob A. Huff. Step-Grandchildren: Vonda Mears, Darrell Huffman, and Frank Huffman, Connie Huff Ellis, Larry D. Huff, Terry L. Huff, Randall E. Huff, Carol Lynn Huff, Floyd K. Huff, Milton P. Huff, Jr., Michael D. Huff, Leigh Ann Huff, and Marion A. Huff, and numerous step great-great grandchildren, and a host of other family members and friends. The family has requested memorials in memory of Bea be made to the Hardin Baptist Church Mission Fund, P.O. Box 314, Hardin, TX 77561.

Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 936-336-6418. To share condolences online visit www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

	Walters Kenneth Alvin Walters Sr. 67, of Kountze died Wednesday December 17,2008 at his residence.

Funeral service will be held Saturday December 20,2008 at 11:00A.M. At Pine Ridge Baptist Church with interment to follow at Pine Ridge cemetery. Visitation will be held also Saturday beginning at 9:00A.M. Until time of service at the church.

A native of Baytown, Kenneth had lived in Kountze many years and was a retired Minister and also a U.S. Army veteran.

He is survived by his wife; Betty Walters of Kountze, Sons; Burl Walters and wife Crystal of Kountze, Kenneth Alvin Walters Jr and wife Kelley of Oklahoma City, OK. Daughters; Lettie Martin and husband Kenneth of Kountze, Jean Sims of Kountze, Sister; Betty Lou Carter of Centerville TX. Grandchildren; 10.

Arrangements by Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, Tx.

Rosser

ames A. “Dugan” Rosser, 84, of Kerrville, died Wednesday, December 17, 2008 in Fredericksburg, Texas.

Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, December 20, 2008, at the Linney Cemetery in Dayton with burial following thereafter. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, at the funeral home. Services are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.

Dugan was born June 24, 1924 in Shiloh, to parents; Robert Lewis and Lema Hicks Rosser, was a former resident of Timpson, long time resident of Dayton and had resided in the Kerrville area for the past 15 years. He was a veteran of the US Navy with service during World War II, and a retired brick layer for the Brick Layers Local #7 of Houston, and enjoyed building levels, reading, carpentry, the outdoors, and his walkabouts.

Mr. Rosser was preceded in death by his parents, wife: Lenora Faye Fries Rosser, sons: Robert Lewis Rosser III and James A. Rosser II, and brother: Dan Moody Rosser. He is survived by his son: Victor F. Rosser of Houston, sister: Marjorie Purcell of Adkins, four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Shirley

Goldie Hazel Shirley, age 93, of Liberty, Texas, died Tuesday, December 16, 2008. She was born on January 23, 1915 in Quinlan, Texas to Charlie and Mandy Jones.

Visitation will be Wednesday, 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland, Texas. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m., Thursday, December 18, 2008 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel, Cleveland, Texas with interment at Moss Hill Cemetery.

Survivors include her son, J.W. Shirley and wife, Mitzi; grandchildren, James “Bubba” Shirley and wife, Re; Mark Shirley and wife, Scarlett, Crystal Zoeller and husband, Shane, William Shirley and wife, Melissa; great-grandchildren, Jesse Shirley and wife, Natalie, Brittany Shirley, Faith Shirley, Candace Davis and husband, Kyle, Josh Shirley and wife, Kacie, Austin Shirley, Kaylee Shirley, Adam Willis and wife, Rachel, Kolby Wade, Amber Wade, Hunter Hutchins, Taylor Zoeller, Kyle Shirley, Mattie Shirley; great-great-grandchildren, Makensie Shirley, Konna Shirley, Logan Willis, Joseph Shirley, Landon Davis and so many other cherished family members and treasured friends throughout the years.

Coffin

Randy Perry Coffin Sr. age 46 died Sunday December 7, 2008.

He was born in Houston, Texas May 16, 1962 the son of Bruce and Virginia Coffin. Randy last worked as a Truck Driver for Action Trucking. He wed April 30, 1993 in Houston, Texas to his beloved wife Gretta Lynn Coffin.

He leaves behind his beloved wife and mother, his sons Randy Coffin Jr., Alexander Christian Coffin and Junior Lloyd Powell, and his daughters Christina Marie Coffin and Amy Luann Coffin. His brother s Bruce Daniel Coffin Jr. and Marshall Coffin in additional he leaves ten grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Randy will be remembered for his great sense of humor and his love for his family, he will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5-8pm at the Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main St. Dayton with a funeral service to be held 10AM Wednesday at the funeral home, burial will follow in Hardin Chapel Cemetery.

Friends and family may send online condolences to www.sterlingfuneralhome.com

	Hendricks Reverend James Olyn Hendricks, of Liberty, TX., age 87, died Saturday, December 13, 2008 in a Baytown Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M., on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at the Allison Funeral Service Chapel, 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575, with the Revs. Steve McQuiston, Jerry Arnold, Adolph Johnson and Phillip Holloway officiating. Burial will be in the Cooke Memorial Cemetery, Liberty, Texas. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at the Pentecostal Tabernacle Church on F. M. 2830, Liberty, TX., from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M.

Bro. James was born near Vernon, Texas on August 7, 1921 to William Thomas Hendricks and Martha Dee McKey Hendricks. He was one of eleven children. Bro Hendricks has been a pastor most of his life. He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing and the outdoors. Being a pastor of the church was his calling, he was at his best, visiting and having fellowship with his church family and with God’s people.

Brother James is preceded in death by his parents; two sons, James Roland Hendricks, and Derrick Eugene Hendricks; five brothers, E. W., Odell, Elmer, Dewey, and Odie Hendricks; six sisters, Lois Shraoder, Tinnie Powell, Minnie Casey, Velma Jordan, Clara Schrobaugh, and Mary Hendricks.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years: Carolyn Sue Saxton Hendricks of Liberty, TX.; son and daughter-in-law, Olyn Dwayne Hendricks and wife Ginger, of Liberty, TX.; three daughters and son-in-law, Shirley Barr and husband Wayne, of Cedar Hill, TX., Patty Gwen Rhoades of Liberty, TX., and Angela Marie of Baytown, TX.; eleven grandchildren: James Luther Fregia, Brian Keven Burress, Dustin Kyle Rhoades, Krista Michelle Burress, Keshia Nicole Hilton, Justin Dwayne Hendricks, Bradley Olyn Hendricks, Jordan Lane Hendricks, Zachary Austin Marie, Chris Spencer, and Melanie Bonann; eight great grandchildren: Landon James Nance, Ryan Bonann, Mckinzie Bonann, Carly Bonann, Summer Bonann, Krista Spencer, Kelsi Spencer and Kaylie Spencer, and a host of other family members and friends.

Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 936-336-6418. To share condolences online visit www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

Riley

Wilfred David “Man” Riley, of Alvin died Friday, December 12, 2008. He was born October 5, 1919 to parents: William Ervine and Ethyn Pearl Brandon Riley.

Services for Mr. Riley will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, December 15, 2008 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel in Cleveland. Visitation will be Sunday, December 14, 2008 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton.

Mr. Riley was predeceased by his parents; a daughter, Sandra Randazzo: sisters; Lillian Littlefield and Fanniie Elizabeth Redd: brothers; Audrey Ervine Riley and William Riley.

He is survived by his wife: Frances Viola Riley of Alvin, a daughter: Linda Holley of Pasadena, 4 grandsons: Michael Caudill, Elvis Duane Caudill both of Dayton, , Scott Pierce, David Pierce of Pasadena, 14 Great-grandchildren, 7 Great-great-grandchildren.

Crain

Michael Eugene Crain, 54, of Dayton died Monday, December 8, 2008 in Liberty. He was born March 31, 1954 in Kansas City, Missouri to parents: Leo Crain and Anna Taylor Crain. He had lived in the Dayton area for the past 6 years and was currently working at Wal Mart in Liberty. He enjoyed fishing, riding 4 wheelers and he liked to write books.

Memorial Service for Mr. Crain will be 3:00 p.m., Monday, December 15, 2008 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel .

He is survived by his friends: John Gallo of Dayton, James Gallo and wife Maria of Dayton; his niece: Kayla Gallo of Dayton and his nephew : Ashton Gallo of Dayton.

	Briggs Derrick Dewayne Briggs, 31. of Baytown, died Wednesday, December 10, 2008 after a tragic accident.

He was born December 10, 1977 in Big Spring, Texas to parents Rodis Briggs, Jr. and Geneva Detiege Briggs. He was a lifelong resident of Dayton where he graduated in 1996 from Dayton High School, ranking fifth in his class. While in high school he was a member of the Student Council, the National Honor Society, the Spanish Club, and the Debate Squad. He received the First Team All-District basketball award, the MVP Offense football award, the MVP Defense basketball award, the Second Team All-District baseball award, and the Newcomer of the Year in baseball award. He was a regional qualifier in the 4x400 relay and the 800 meter run. Derrick continued his education at Texas Tech where he majored in Political Science, graduating in 2000. He was currently employed by Jacob Field Services.

Mass of Christian Burial for Derrick will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 15, 2008 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Dayton with Father Jim McClintock officiating. Interment will follow at Ames Catholic Cemetery in Ames. Visitation for Derrick will be Monday morning 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home before his service at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.

He is survived by his fiancé, Tiffany Samuel of Baytown, his parents: Rodis and Geneva Briggs of Dayton; his daughter: Skylar Nicole Briggs of Baytown; his sister: Felicea Briggs of Dayton; his brother: Cedric Briggs and wife Brenda of Wallisville; his nieces and nephews: Damien Briggs, Karisa Briggs, Justin Artis, Kiara Johnson, Reagan Briggs, Kinnidi Briggs, Valentino Briggs and Alexia Briggs.

Messer

Elbert J. Messer 79, of Saratoga died Tuesday December 9,2008 at Harbor Hospice of Beaumont.

Funeral service will be Friday December 12,2008 at 2:00P.M. At First United Pentecostal Church of Saratoga. Interment will follow at Daniel cemetery of Kountze.

Visitation will be Thursday December 11,2008 at the church from 4:00P.M. Until 9:00P.M. Survivors are wife; Lillie Fay Messer of Batson, sons; James Messer of Moss Hill, Elbert G. Messer of Saratoga, Jack Messer of Longview TX. Daughters; Nelda Guidroz of Saratoga, Margie Martinez of Lufkin, Patricia Antilly of Pineland, Amanda Thompson of Batson.

Arrangements by Faith & Family Funeral Services, Batson, TX.

	Logan Wayne Logan, 55, of Dayton died Monday, December 08, 2008 in Baytown after a brief illness.

He was born April 12, 1953 in Monahans, Texas to parents: Clifford Wayne and Price Jean Thompson Logan. He was a longtime resident of Dayton and attended Dayton Schools. He was currently employed by Sempra Pipelines as a construction manager. He was always taking care of others by building or repairing items. He also loved to plan and host a fish fry or a bar-b-q to be with his family and friends.

Services for Mr. Logan will be 12 noon Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Blackburn and Rev. Charles Pierce officiating. Interment will follow on Thursday at Restland Cemetery in Gatesville, Texas.

The family will receive friends 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday evening at the funeral home.

He was preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his daughters: Tonya Michelle Sartin and husband Tim of Dayton, Sylvia Logan Trahan and husband Butch of Dayton, and Filena Resendez and husband Nickolas of Dayton; his grandchildren: Timothy, Jeana, Jonathan, Josh, Anna, Melanie, Ricky, Alyssa, Tiffany, and Logan; his sister: Karen Elizabeth Zernicek and husband Joe of Dayton; his brother: Jesse Lee Logan and wife Diana of Dayton; Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Theriot

Thomas Patrick “Tommy” Theriot age 51 died at his home Sunday December 7, 2008.

Tommy was born November 25, 1957 in Houston, Texas the son of Leroy J. Theriot and Evelyn Helen Maloney Theriot. Tommy last worked as a machine operator for National Pipe and Tube.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Lee, Mark and Johnny Theriot. He leaves behind his parents Leroy J. and Evelyn Helen Theriot. Brothers, Rusty Theriot and his wife Terry Lee, Terry Theriot and his wife Starla, Michael Theriot and his wife Caryl, and Paul Theriot. His sisters Angie Tanner and her husband David, Bonnie McKinney and her husband J.B., and Annette Simmons. In addition he leaves his godchildren, Jennifer McKinney Rash and Adrian Bowlen, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, friends and relatives.

Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5-8pm at the Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main St. Dayton, Texas with a Rosary service to be held at 7pm Tuesday. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 10:30am Wednesday at St. Anne’s Catholic Church, with burial to follow in St. Anne’s Catholic Cemetery, Dayton.

Friends and family may send online condolences to www.sterlingfuneralhome.com.

Caldera

Manuel Harley-Ray Caldera, 24, of Dayton, Texas died December 4, 2008.

He was born on May 25, 1984 to Mario and Cindy Caldera in Houston, Texas. Manuel loved to go to the beach, four-wheeling, fishing, and always had a campfire going. He was a generous, humorous, passionate person that would help anyone and gave wholeheartedly.

Manuel is preceded in death by his cousins, Jesse Caldera, Jr. and Anna Marie Dehart.

He is survived by his loving wife, Jessica Caldera; son, Auston Ray Caldera; daughter, Leann Marie Caldera; parents, Mario and Cindy Caldera; sisters, Amanda Elizabeth Caldera, Latisha Anne Marie Caldera, and Sabrena Renee Caldera; grandmothers, Maria Caldera and Shirley Ann Morrison; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and close friends.

A visitation for family and friends will be Wednesday December 10th from 12:00 until 2:00 PM with a rosary being recited at 1:30 PM at Allison Funeral Service. A service of remembrance will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday December 10th at Allison Funeral Service with committal to follow. Arrangements have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service 1101 N Travis Liberty, Texas 77575. 936.336.6418.

Condolences may be made online at www.allisonfuneralservices.com

	Shellhammer Dwayne Aron Shellhammer, 43, of Liberty, Texas died Tuesday, December 2, 2008.

He was born on January 15, 1965 in Port Arthur, Texas to Maynard Lynn Shellhammer and Winona Lynn Billiot. Dwayne was the most hard headed, stubborn, fearless, soft hearted, and most loving man all rolled into one. Being the oldest of 6 brothers and sisters and raised by a single mother, Lynn Billiot, Dwayne was his mother and siblings rock from the day he was born. He loved the outdoors more than anyone. Dwayne loved his grandbabies and family, and was always there to lend a helping hand. Dwayne was the heart of this family and will be dearly missed. He was all of our hero.

Dwayne is preceded in death by his grandparents, Emmett Adam and Winona Elaine Billiot; sister, Deidra Lynn Shellhammer; and nephew, Daniel Claude Shawn, Jr. He is survived by his loving wife Tammy Shellhammer; sons, Blaine Shellhammer and wife Jo-Lee of Liberty, Brandon Shellhammer and wife Tiffany of Fort Hood, and Jeremy Bishop of Liberty; daughter, Jessaca Bishop of Liberty; mother, Winona Lynn Billiot; sisters, D’Trese Hicks, D’Lynda Shawn, and Dustye Billiot; brother, Daniel Emmett Billiot and wife April; uncle, Sydney Michael Billiot; grandchildren, Aron Shellhammer, Layton Shellhammer, Mason Shellhammer, and Paige Shellhammer; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and close friends.

A visitation for family and friends will be held Monday, December 8 from 5:00 until 9:00 PM with an evening service at 7:00 PM. A service of remembrance will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, December 9 at Levingston Funeral Home in Port Neches with the committal service to follow in Greenlawn Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of Sterling Funeral Home 602 N Main St. Dayton, Texas 77535. 936.258.2678. Condolences may be made online at www.sterlingfuneralhome.com

	Lemelle Bertha Mae Lemelle, 66, died Wednesday, December 3, 2008, in Pearland, Texas.

She was born on September 19, 1942, in Moss Hill, Texas, to Nicholas and Hilda Albro. She was a long time resident of Ames, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joachim Lemelle, Sr.; brother, John Blaine Albro; and sister; Betty Durden.

She is survived by sons Joachim Lemelle, Jr. and wife Kimberly of Humble, and Dean Lemelle, and wife Sandra of Liberty; daughter, Daphne Lemelle of Pearland; sisters, Olivia Arceneaux of Raywood, and Vera Marshall of Buffalo, NY; brother, Nicholas Albro, Jr. of Houston; and grandchildren, Devon, Joachim III, Kendall and Robin Lemelle; and also numerous aunts, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Services for Mrs. Lemelle will be Tuesday, December 9, 2008, at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Ames; visitation beginning at 9 am and mass to be held at 11 am. Interment will follow at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Cemetery.

Ross

Bobbie Lynne Ross 58 of Hull, died Wednesday December 3,2008 at M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston.

Born in Liberty she was a homemaker and lived in the area most of her life.

She is survived by her Husband; Ron Ross of Hull, Mother; Shirley Morris of Liberty, Sons; Brick Coronis and wife Andrea of Hull, Chris Coronis and wife Christien of Mulberry FL. Daughter; Kelley White and husband Corey of Hull. Brother; Bruce Gordon of Flagstaff AZ, Brett Gordon of Mulberry FL. Grandchildren; Carly and Cauge Coronis, Candace Poole, and Kelsey Stoddard.

Funeral service will be held Saturday December 6,2008 at 2:30 P.M. at First Baptist Church of Hull with Reverend David Pursley and Cliff Gravitt officiating, Interment will follow at Guedry cemetery in Batson. Visitation will be held Friday December 5,2008 beginning at 5:00P.M. Until 9:00P.M.at the church.

Arrangements by Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, Tx.

Lee

Jesse Frank Lee, Jr., 22, of Dayton, died Wednesday, December 3, 2008, in Liberty.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 6, 2008, at the Pace-Stancil Funeral Home with burial following at Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday, at the funeral home. Services are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.

Jess was born February 9, 1986 in Baytown, to parents; Jesse Frank Lee, Sr. and Denise Griffin Lee, and has resided in the Dayton area throughout his life. He was a student at Lee College in Baytown, attended the New Life Church, and enjoyed fishing, computers, music, and electronics.

Mr. Lee was preceded in death by his father: Jesse Frank Lee, Sr., and grandparents: Frank and Mary Land Lee. He is survived by his mother: Denise Griffin Lee of Dayton, brothers: Jason Walters of Houston and Corey Walters of Dayton, sisters: Stephanie Green of Atascocita and Becky Tanton of Dayton, grandparents: Donald and Mary Griffin of Segno, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

	Coleman Gloria Coleman died Monday, December 1, 2008 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas after an illness.

Funeral Service for Gloria Coleman, 89, of Dayton, Texas, will be held Saturday, December 6, 2008 at St. Miles Baptist Church, Ames, Texas at 11 A.M with Reverend Earl Hardy, officiating and the Reverend Doctor Michael Landry, eulogist, with burial in Wells Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Wells Funeral Service, Liberty, Texas.

A native of Devers, Texas she was a domestic worker. She was a member of New Bethel Baptist Church in Raywood, Texas.

She died Monday, December 1, 2008 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas after an illness.

Visitation will be held Saturday, December 6, 2008 from 9 A.M. until time of service.

She is survived by two daughters: Mary Lois Landry of Raywood, Texas and Dian L. Hardy of Spring, Texas; two brothers: George Childress of Raywood, Texas and Alvin Childress of Orange, Texas; one sister: Bertha Durio of Dayton, Texas and a host of other relatives and friends.

Coleman

Vernice Fay Coleman 66 of Dayton, died Wednesday December 3,2008 at her residence.

Born to Robert Coleman and Sarah Foster in Orange, Texas on November 22,1942 she had lived in the Dayton area most of her life. She retired as a cook from Country Emporium of Liberty.

Survivors include, Sons: Paul McCraw and wife Jo of Lumberton, Tim Moody and wife Phyllis of Saratoga, Alvin Moody and wife Rocia of Houston, John Coleman and wife Kim of Dayton, Sam McCraw and wife Stacy of Grapeland. Daughter; Kathy Franks and husband Eddie of Monroe La. Brother; Bill Coleman of Lake Charles, Sisters; Grace Carol of Topsy La, Denise McGole of Leesville La, Shirley Bailey of Merryville La. Grandchildren; 18 Great Grandchildren; 10.

A service of remembrance will be held Saturday December 6,2008 at 10:00A.M. At New Life Assembly of God church in Batson with Reverend Lloyd Carroll officiating. Interment will follow at Guedry cemetery in Batson. Visitation will be held Friday December 5,2008 from 5:00P.M. until 10:00P.M. at the church.

Arrangements by Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson

Lee

Jesse Frank Lee, Jr., 22, of Dayton, died Wednesday, December 3, 2008, in Liberty.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 6, 2008, at the Pace-Stancil Funeral Home with burial following at Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday, at the funeral home. Services are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.

Jess was born February 9, 1986 in Baytown, to parents; Jesse Frank Lee, Sr. and Denise Griffin Lee, and has resided in the Dayton area throughout his life. He was a student at Lee College in Baytown, attended the New Life Church, and enjoyed fishing, computers, music, and electronics.

Mr. Lee was preceded in death by his father: Jesse Frank Lee, Sr., and grandparents: Frank and Mary Land Lee. He is survived by his mother: Denise Griffin Lee of Dayton, brothers: Jason Walters of Houston and Corey Walters of Dayton, sisters: Stephanie Green of Atascocita and Becky Tanton of Dayton, grandparents: Donald and Mary Griffin of Segno, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Eubanks

Lela Mae “Ma Banks” Eubanks age 90 died Tuesday December 2, 2008 in Trinity, Texas with her loving family by her side.

She was born in Saline Creek, LA. December 17, 1917 the daughter of the late Charlie Ansley Brantley and Hettie Frey Brantley. She was a graduate of Goldonna High School and attended North Western University. Ma Banks enjoyed sewing and cooking, and spending time with her beloved family.

Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Ted T. Eubanks and a great grandson Samuel Stephens. She leaves behind her son Ted C. Eubanks and his wife Margie of Groveton, and a daughter Sharon Roberts and her husband Lee of Dayton. In addition she leaves behind her five grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held 1pm Friday December 5, 2008 at Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main Dayton, Texas with Rev. Jeff Day officiating, visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will be private.

	Barry David John Barry age 71 died Friday November 28, 2008 in Baytown.

David was born July 24, 1937 in Pontiac, Michigan the son of the late William Thomas Barry and Aldis S. Asmundson.Barry. David last worked and retired from American Bureau of Shipping as a Marine Surveyor. He spent the majority of his life in the service both in the Navy and the Coast Guard. David was proud of being part of the first crew aboard the aircraft carrier the U.S.S. Ranger. Davis was a life member of the NCO & Warrant Officers Association as well as a member of the Nolan D. Pickett Post 5621.

He leaves his beloved wife of forty-six years Catherine Ann Mohardt Barry of Liberty; sons, Patrick, Ian, and Daniel Barry, daughters, Aldis Schaeffer, Elaine Barry, Colleen Barry-Goodman, and Catherine Barry; sisters Margaret and Patricia Barry. His twelve grandchildren, Anna Van Skike, Peter Schaeffer, Kevin, Sarah Carson Barry, Christopher, Kenny, Mary Catherine, Sean, Trevor, Colin, Aidan and Catherine Barry.

Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5-8pm at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty. Funeral Services to be held Wednesday 2pm at the Allison Funeral Home.

	Williams James Edward ”Jamie” Williams Jr 31, of Moss Hill, died Friday November 28,2008.

He was born May 11, 1977 in Silsbee TX and was a Driller for CC Forbes Company of Raywood. James was preceded in death by his son; Bryce Allen Williams.

Survivors are his beloved wife; Tiffany Williams of Moss Hill, Children; Tyler Austin Williams of Rye, Payton Shea Williams McClelland of TX, Kodie Madison Williams of Rye. Stepchildren; Cody Scott Makenzie Parrish of Moss Hill, Lance Brown of Moss Hill. Father; James Edward Williams Sr. and wife Susie of Saratoga, Mother; Gerry Nell Moss and husband Curtis of Kountze, Sisters; Jodie Rawson and husband Bobby of Saratoga, Stephanie Kirkland and husband Kevin of Votaw. Stepsisters; Shanna Zimmerman and husband Mark of Silsbee. Rachael Fregia and husband Gary of Saratoga, Susan Fregia and husband Scotty of Hardin, Jeana Renee Moss of Florida and a host of family and friends.

A service of remembrance will be held Tuesday December 2,2008 at 2:00 P.M. At The Worship Center in Votaw with Reverend Phil Love officiating.

The family will be receiving friends today Monday December 1,2008 beginning at 5:00P.M. Also at the church. Interment will follow at Hooks cemetery in Kountze.

Arrangements by Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, TX 936-262-2100.

	McCreight Jess Willard McCreight, 81, died on November 26, 2008 at the Liberty Health Care in Liberty, TX.

Services will be held Monday, December 1 at 10 A.M. at the Allison Funeral Services, 1101 North Travis. There will be a gathering of family and friend on Sunday, November 30 from 5-8 P.M. at the funeral home.

Jess was born in Daisetta, TX on December 21, 1926 to parents, Charlie Guy McCreight and Myrtle Beatrice Hickman McCreight. He graduated from Batson High School, worked in the oilfield for many years and was a member of the Baptist Church. He loved to cook for family and friends. He cooked on an offshore drilling rig for years.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Charles McCreight, Alf Weldon McCreight, and Wayne McCreight and sister, Barbara Jean Jordan.

He is survived by his sister, Joyce Ellen Deckert; brother, George Shane McCreight and many nephews and nieces.

Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 936-336-6418. To share condolences online visit www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

	Rawls Bettie Sue Rawls, 64, of Dayton, TX died, Thursday, November 27, 2008 in Houston, after a valiant fight with cancer.

She was born November 1, 1944, in Fred, Texas to parents: Branson Dale and Addy Bell Cravy. She was a long time resident of Dayton, Texas. For many, Mrs. Rawls worked as a beautician.

Services for Mrs. Rawls will be 2:00 pm, Sunday, November 30, 2008 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton, with interment following at Magnolia Cemetery. Visitation is Saturday, November 29, from 5:00 until 9:00 pm.

Bettie is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband Robert Donald Rawls; her daughter: Donna Jimenez; her sons: Thomas Rawls and Robert Rawls; her sister: Jo Ellen Currie; her brother: Dale Cravy; 6 grandchildren: Joanna Murphy, Crystina Nicholson, Tiffany Rawls, Hailee Rawls, Jas Jimenez, Kayla Rawls and Krysalynn Winters, also 5 nieces and nephews.

	Worthy Gene Odell Worthy, age 80, died at his home in Liberty, Tx, Wednesday, November 26, 2008.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 28, 2008 at 2:00 P.M., at the Allison Funeral service Chapel 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, TX. Burial will be in the Worthy Cemetery, with the Rev. V. R. Hylton officiating. A visitation will be held on Thursday, November 27, 2008 at Allison Funeral Service from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.

Gene was born on January 4, 1928 in Liberty, TX, to James Earl Worthy Sr. and Maudie Clarisy Moss Worthy. He attended schools in Liberty and was a member of the Baptist Church. Gene married Rosie Lee Davis on October 1, 1949 in Houston, TX. Gene was a maintenance supervisor for the Texas Gulf Sulphur Company and enjoyed hunting, gardening, and his family.

Gene is preceded in death by his parents, a brother: James Earl Worthy, Jr., two sisters: Estelle Rich and Maurice Land. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Rosie Lee Worthy,of Liberty, TX., a son: Gene O. Worthy, Jr. and wife Juanita, two daughters: Patty Fenner and husband Jack, Karen Tims and husband Paul, a sister: Iris Threlkeld, and six grandchildren: Anna Guidry and husband Jay, Aaron Worthy and wife Melanie, Candi Foreman and husband Neil, Kelli Tims, Ashley Worthy, and Courtney Tims, and a host of other family members and friends.

Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 936-336-6418. To share condolences online visit www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

	Williams Joann Baker Williams, 65, of Deer Park, Tx died, Monday, November 24, 2008 in Houston, after a brave fight with cancer.

She was born April 27, 1943 in Quitman, Mississippi to parents: Arthur Baker and Mildred Price Mason Baker She was a long time resident of Baytown, Texas where she graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1962, continuing her education in Mobile, Alabama where she attended beautician school. Joann enjoyed growing flowers, reading, and dancing. She loved her family and especially enjoyed camping and boating with them. She was a member of the 2nd Baptist Church in Pasadena, Tx.

Services for Mrs. Williams will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, December 1, 2008 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Gerald Hilley officiating. Interment will follow at Linney Cemetery.

Mrs. Williams was preceded in death by her grandparents: John and Missouri Baker, Otis and Pearl Cooper, Waldo and Virgie Mason; step-father: Charlie Ed Price and her great-nephew: Chase Siebert. She is survived by her husband Danny Williams of Deer Park, TX; her mother: Mildred Price of Baytown, TX; her father: Arthur Baker and wife Leatrice from Meridian, Mississippi; her sons: Ty Wotipka and wife Tracy of Deer Park, TX and Ryan Williams and wife Silver of Deer Park, TX; her granddaughter: Rylee Shea Williams of Deer Park, TX; her sisters: Linda McCafferty and husband Chris of Meridian, Mississippi, Janice Racca and husband Bob of Baytown, TX, Fain Addington and husband Gene of Dayton, TX and Renee Byrne of Spring, TX; her brothers: James Baker and wife Joyce of Jackson, Mississippi, Eddie Price and wife Christy of Pearland,TX, and Rodney Price and wife Kathy of Brenham, TX; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

	Riffle James Allen “Beaver” Riffle, 38 died at his home Tuesday, November 25, 2008.

He was born October 7, 1970 in Jamestown, New York to parents: Lloyd H. Riffle, Sr. and Rebecca M. Efaw Riffle. He had lived in this area for the past two years, previously living in West Virginia. He enjoyed the computer, building stereo speakers, and mechanics. He was a people person and loved being with his family.

Services are planned at Frey Home for Funerals in Fairmont West Virginia. Local arrangements are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Dayton,Texas.

Mr. Riffle was preceded in death by his grandparents: James and Betty Efaw, and Annie L. Hovatter. He is survived by his mother: Rebecca M. Efaw Riffle of Dayton; his father: Lloyd H. Riffle, Sr. of Jamestown, New York; his brother: Lloyd Henry Riffle, Jr. and wife Shannon of Silsbee; his sister: Betty Riffle Marler and husband John of Dayton; his niece: Heather M. Marler; his fiancé: Leah Edgell of Dayton; his nephews: Christopher A. Marler of Dayton and Dustin Smith of Silsbee and his great nephew: Zacharian Allen Marler.

Holland

James Holland, age 77, died Saturday at Liberty Healthcare Center.

James was born in Batson January 24, 1931 the son of the late Richard Holland and Edna Jordan Holland. He was veteran of the Korean War serving in the U. S. Army. He later went on to drive trucks.

James leaves behind his aunts Mary M. King and Clara Nightengale as well as a good friend Ben Stegall. A graveside service will be held Wednesday 11AM at Jordan Cemetery in Batson, TX.

Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis have been entrusted with the arrangements.

Mouton

Funeral Service for Ethel Mouton, 85, of Devers, Texas, will be held Monday, November 24, 2008 at Galilee Baptist Church, Devers, Texas at 11 A.M with Reverend Jethro Lee, officiating, with burial in Wells Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Wells Funeral Service, Liberty, Texas.

A native of Rayne, Louisiana, she was a domestic worker.

A member of Galilee Baptist Church, she died Thursday, November 20, 2008 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas, after a brief illness.

Visitation will be held from 9 A.M. until time of service at the church.

She is survived by five sons: Clyde Mouton, Houston, Texas, James Mouton, Frank Mouton, Sammy Mouton, all of Devers, Texas and Cliff Mouton, of Winnie, Texas; seven daughters: Lisa Mouton, Eva Mae Guillory, Brenda Swift, all of Devers, Texas, Laura Coleman, of Winnie, Texas, Ophelia Mouton of Sour Lake, Texas, Louvenia Williams of Liberty, Texas and Nina Lewis, of Hankamer, Texas; one brother: David Minkins of Beaumont, Texas and a host of other relatives and friends.

Cain

Doris Lee Kelley Cain, formerly of Liberty died at the Atria Senior Facility in Sugarland on Wednesday, November 19, 2008.

Funeral services will be Saturday, November 22 at 2 P.M. at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 North Travis, Liberty, TX. Rev. Richard Lintelman will officiate. Burial will be in the Fairlawn Cemetery in Liberty.

She was a homemaker.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Everett H. Cain, Sr., her parents and sister, Evelyn Winfield.

Doris is survived by her sons, Everett Harrison Cain Jr. of Austin and C.H. Cain of Hemphill and daughter, Doris Lee Rowell of Sugarland.

Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 936-336-6418. To share condolences online visit www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

	Fregia Bobby Lee Fregia Sr., age 58, of Liberty, TX died Wednesday, November 19, 2008 in Houston, TX.

Visitation will be Thursday, November 20, 2008, from 5pm until 8pm at Sterling Funeral Home, 602 North Main Street, Dayton, TX. Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 21, 2008, 2:00PM at Sterling Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Hardin Chapel Cemetery, Hardin, Texas.

Bobby was born on December 8, 1949 in Liberty, Texas to Wilson Fregia and Alva Beard Fregia. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps serving in the Vietnam War where he served two tours of duty. During his service to his country Mr. Fregia was wounded and left disabled. He will be remembered fondly for his love of barbecuing, country music, and scratch off tickets. He was a man with a good sense of humor that loved to tell stories. His greatest joy was his family and he loved to spend time with them, especially his grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Bobby is preceded in death by his parents and a half brother Travis Lindsey.

He is survived by his wife of 38 years: Ida Faye Fregia, daughters: Tonia Small, Cicely Fregia Allen, son: Bobby Lee Fregia Jr. and wife Lisa, brothers: Joe Fregia and wife Jane, Rocky Fregia and wife Roxie, Wilson Fregia Jr. and wife Barbara, Michael Fregia and wife Linda, sister: Lora Ellis, grandchildren: Dustin, Kaleb, Ashton, Erin, Sydnie, Kaylyn and Grace and several nephews and nieces and other family members, and a host of friends. Friends and family may send online condolences at www.sterlingfuneralhome.com

Services under direction of Sterling Funeral Home 602 N. Main, Dayton, Texas 77535, (936) 258-2678

	Babbs Tommie O’Neal Babbs, 39, of Liberty died Saturday, November 15, 2008.

He was born September 5, 1969 in Galveston, Texas to parents: Herbert Lee Babbs, Sr. and Erniter Britton Babbs-Lewis. He had lived in Liberty since 1982 and graduated from Liberty High School in 1989. He was currently working for Campbell Concrete in Texas City . He loved his family, his friends, enjoyed playing dominoes, listening to music, and cooking bar-b-q. Tommie also enjoyed working on cars.

Services for Mr. Babbs will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 22, 2008 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday before the service at the funeral home.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Herbert Lee Babbs, Sr. and Erniter Babbs-Lewis; his step-father: Taft Lewis; his brothers: Herbert Lee Babbs, Jr. and Nathan Babbs. He is survived by his daughters: Cortnee Smith of North Shore and Whitney Babbs of Dayton; his sons: Alexx Babbs of North Shore and Joshua Babbs of Beaumont; his brother: Jessie Babbs and wife Patricia of Texas City and Terrence Babbs and wife Shanda of Texas City; his sisters: Yolanda Moya and husband Charles of Liberty; Pamela Williams of Houston, and Juanita Nolley and husband Kevin of La Marque.

	Sherman Bernice Cross Sherman died on Monday, November 17, 2008.

She was born in Laurel, Mississippi, on November 11, 1922.

She is preceded in death by her husband Romaine Sherman; sister, Leah Baumann; and brother, A.B. Cross, Jr.

She is survived by her six children, Judy Sherman, Sibbie Lancon, Janet Waldie and husband David, J.R. “Chipper” Sherman and wife Martha, Karen Shepherd and husband David, and Leslie Nelson and husband Jim.

She is also survived by her grandchildren, Mike and Chris Lancon, Lance Waldie, Piper Joyce, Jessica Dorough, Josh and Kirk Sherman, Jess Delz, and Holly and Brice Nelson; 19 great-grandchildren; and numerous more relatives and close friends.

Bernice was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a friend to many and will be missed by all who loved her.

A visitation for family and friends will be from 1:00 until 3:00 PM on Thursday, November 20th at First Baptist Church in Anahuac. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM on Thursday, November 20th at First Baptist Church in Anahuac with interment to follow in Anahuac Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 1201 S Main St Anahuac, Texas 77514. 409.267.3456. Condolences can be made online at www.sterlingfuneralhome.com

	Hebert James Harrell Hebert, 60 of Liberty died at his home on Wednesday, November 12, 2008.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2008 at the Valley Community Bible Church, 1507 North San Jacinto, Liberty at 2 P.M. A gathering of family and friends will be held one hour prior to service at the church.

James was born on December 11, 1947 to parents, Ragis A. Fontenot Sr. and Annie Mae Hebert. He was retired from Lubrizol after many years and enjoyed cooking. He was a member of Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Ames.

James is preceded in death by his parents; twin brother, Joseph H. Hebert; brothers, Norris Melonson and Joseph Melonson. He is survived by his son, Kevin James Hebert; daughters, Nicole Booker and husband, Gusta, Rebecca Hebert and his husband, Gregory Winters and Devon Duran and husband, Edgar; sisters, Kay Tebo and Susie Waters; brothers, Ragis Fontenot Jr. and Marvin Searles. Five grandchildren also survive, Shannon Smith, Peyton Booker, Halye Winters, Jordyn Duran and Jacob Duran.

Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 936-336-6418. To share condolences online visit www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

	Dunagan Baxter Willis Dunagan of Liberty died Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston.

Funeral services will be Friday, November 14, 2008 at 2 P.M. at the First Methodist Church of Liberty with the Rev. Jay Barnes officiating. A gathering of family and friends will be on Thursday, November 13 from 5-8 P.M. at the Allison Funeral Service, 1101 North Travis, Liberty.

Baxter was born October 17, 1952 in Beaumont, TX. to parents, James “Jim” Abner and Sarah Grace Willis Dunagan. He was a 1970 graduate of Liberty High School and the Sam Houston State University Class of 1978. He married Susan Kaye Downs in 1982 and they had one son, B. W. Dunagan Jr. He was a rice farmer and rancher who loved to play golf, fish, and flag football. Baxter was a member of the Men’s Bible Class of the First Methodist Church of Liberty where he served on the administrative board.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Sandra Dunagan and father-in-law, B.L. “ Pee Wee” Downs.

Baxter is survived by his wife, Susan K. Dunagan; son, B. W. Dunagan Jr. and mother-in-law, Mae Joyce Downs; brother, Jimbo Dunagan and wife, Rebecca; sisters, Susan Gordy and husband, Marvin and Kathy Dunagan. Sisters and Brothers-in-laws; Brenda Taylor and husband, Garland Taylor, Peggy Downs, and Patti Russell; Nieces and nephews, Keili Paschael and husband, Shane Josh Dunagan and wife Jacqueline, Jennifer Swantner and husband, Justus, Johanna Brown and husband Matt, Sara Ferguson and husband, Robby, Bo Evans and wife Emily, Erik Evans, Zac Taylor, Keith Russell, and Kevin Russell; great nieces and nephews, Logan Paschal, Mckinlee Paschal, Preston Paschal, Hanna Day, Catherine Swantner, Reid Swantner, Harrison Brown, Margeaux Brown, Frances Brown, Blake Ferguson, Baxter Ferguson, Ellie Evans, Lucy Evans and Jonah Evans.
The family has requested donations be made in Baxter’s name to the M.D. Anderson Hospital, 1515 Holcombe, Houston, TX 77030.

Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 936-336-6418. To share condolences online visit www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

	Nichols Gordon Allen Nichols, 88, of Mt. Belvieu, Texas died Sunday, November 9, 2008.

He was born on December 7, 1919 to Dan Allen and Virgie (Gregory) Nichols in Gadsden, Alabama. Gordon was a member of First Baptist Church in Mt. Belvieu and was active in the Men’s Sunday school as well. Gordon enlisted into the United States Army in 1940 and served until 1945. He enjoyed golfing and oversaw the construction of Eagle Point Golf Course as a volunteer. He was such a good golfer that he hit 3 hole-in-ones in his lifetime. Gordon was great with his hands. He built and played dulcimers and carved many things out of wood. But above all else, Gordon loved spending time with his family.

Gordon is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Christine Chaney; and brother, James Nichols. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Helen Nichols; daughter, Sharon Barrow and husband Richard of Mt. Belvieu; sister, Velida Ozment of Vidor; two grandchildren, Richard Barrow and wife Terrie of Nashville, Tennessee and Brandi King and husband Kevin of Hockley; five great-grandchildren, Ethan and Noah Barrow, Kensington and Britain Williams, and Layne King; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

A visitation for family and friends will be from six until eight o’clock in the evening, Thursday, November 13 at Sterling Funeral Home. A service of remembrance will be held at Two o’clock in the afternoon, Friday, November 14 at Sterling Funeral Home with interment to follow in Guedry Cemetery in Batson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22718 Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 or National MS Society PO Box 4527 New York, NY 10163 in memory of Gordon.

Arrangements are under the direction of Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main St. Dayton, TX 77535. 936.258.2678. Condolences may be made online at www.sterlingfuneralhome.com

Coleman

Funeral Service for Helen Coleman., 90, of Devers, Texas, will be held Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Galilee Baptist Church, Devers, Texas at 11 A.M with Reverend Larkin, officiating, Doctor Reverend A. M. Landry, eulogist with burial in Wells Memorial Cemetery.

A native of Welch, Louisiana, she was a domestic worker.

She died Friday, November 7, 2008, at Memorial Herman Hospital in Houston, Texas.

Visitation will be held, Saturday 9 A.M. until time of service at the church.

She is survived by four sons: Isaac Coleman, Phillip Coleman, Wilton Bellard, all of Devers, Texas and Albert Coleman of Houston, Texas; one daughter: Bertha Victoria of Denver, Colorado: one brother: Willie Morris of Devers and a host of other relatives and friends.

David

Funeral Service for Shirley David, 60, of Liberty Texas will be held Saturday, November 15, 2008 at St. Miles Baptist Church, Ames, Texas at 11:00 A.M. with the Reverend Dwight Pruitt, officiating.

A native of Lafayette, Louisiana, a graduate of the West Liberty High School, Class of 1966, she was a custodian for the City of Liberty.

She died Sunday, November 9, 2008 at San Jacinto Methodist Regency Hospital in Baytown, Texas.

Visitation will be held Saturday from 9 A.M. until time of service at the church.

She is survived by her husband: Leonard David of Ames, Texas, her mother: Olena Semien of Ames, Texas; two sons: Christopher Ray Chatlin and Craig Allen David both of Ames, Texas; two sisters: Barbara Semien of Ames, Texas and Carolyn Winters of Liberty; five brothers: Eddie Semien, James Semien, Michael Semien, Stanley Semien, all of Ames and Roland Semien of Baytown, Texas; one grandson: Christian Christopher Jo Chatlin of Ames and a host of other relatives and friends.

Jackson

A Memorial Service for Arthur “Tickie” Jackson, Sr. 79, of Ames, Texas will be held Tuesday, November 18, 2008 in Wells Memorial Chapel at 11:00 A. M. with the Reverend Michael Booze, officiating.

A native of Rayne Louisiana, he was a former student of Liberty Training High School, a mechanic for the Liberty Independent School District and a veteran of the United States Army.

He died Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at Methodist Hospital, in Houston, Texas.

He is survived by his wife: Evelyn Trahan Jackson; two sons; Arthur Jackson, Jr. and Dean Jackson, both of Liberty; one daughter: Yolanda Yvette Jackson, of Liberty and a host of other relatives and friends.

	Chiquito Erick “Eddie” Chiquito, 19, of Dayton died Monday, November 10, 2008 at his home.

He was born December 24, 1988 to parents: Ignacio and Artemia Lara Chiquito, was a member of the Immaculate Concepcion Catholic Church and had attended Dayton High School, graduating in 2006. Eddie enjoyed dancing, hanging out with his friends, and most of all traveling to Mexico. He had worked at Dependable Field Service in Moss Hill.

Services for Eddie are pending in Mexico. Visitation will be 5-9 p.m., Wednesday, evening and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Dayton.

He is survived by his parents: Ignacio and Artemia Chiquito of Dayton; his brothers: Ignacio Chiquito of Dayton, Macario Chiquito of Garland, and Jose Angel Chiquito of Dayton; his sisters: Carolina Trejo of Dayton, and Patricia Chavez of Dayton; his grandparents: Manuel Lara and Alta Gracia Ramirez.

Campbell

Robert “Robby” Franklin Campbell, 59, of Rye, died Monday, November 10, 2008 in Baytown. He was born February 7, 1949 in Baytown to parents: Roy and Winnie Smith Campbell. He served in the US Army during Vietnam and had worked and a equipment operator. Robby enjoyed riding his motorcycle, listening to music and being with his family.

Service will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife: Betty Riggs Campbell of Rye; his mother: Winnie Smith Campbell of Baytown; sons: Bryan Shroades of Beaumont, Steven Shroades of Salineville, Ohio; daughters: Mandy Rose of Rye, Angela Shroades of Rye, and Gina Christine Craven of Florida; his brother: William Campbell of Baytown; ten grandchildren; also other relatives and a host of friends.

Guillory

Rev. Daniel J. Guillory, 81, a beloved husband, father of three daughters, father-in-law, grandfather, great grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle, pastor, and friend lost his fight with cancer on Monday, November 10, 2008.

He was born November 2, 1927 to Jesse D. Guillory and Betty Elizabeth Young in Sugartown, Louisiana. He attended Dayton schools and Southwestern Assemblies of God College in Waxahachie. He began his ministry over 50 years ago. He pioneered and pastured churches in Texas and Louisiana. These included Lancaster, Hardin, Liberty, Luling, Moss Hill, and Johnson City, Texas as well as Sulphur, Venice and Belle Chasse, Louisiana. He made several mission trips to Central America to assist in building churches there. He was given the privilege of being honorary president for a day of Southwestern Assemblies of God College.

Services for Rev. Guillory will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, November 14, 2008 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow at Palms Memorial Park Cemetery in Dayton. Visitation will be 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., Thursday evening at the funeral home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his daughter: Mary Jo Guillory. He is survived by: his wife of 59 years, Margaret “Squeakie” Guillory, his daughters: Margaret Evans and husband Paul of Temple and Danna Franks and husband Mark of Corsicana; his grandchildren: Paula Moore and husband Eric of Spring,, Amy Traynor and husband Jeremy of Temple; Dessa Evans of Fort Worth, Emily Franks of Dallas and Jonathan Franks of Corsicana; Great grandchildren: Bradon Moore of Spring and Rebecca Traynor.

Rogers

Alice Irene “Granny” Rogers, 92 died Sunday at Magnolia Place in Liberty.

She was born January 26, 1916 in Edna, Texas the daughter of the late William H. Phillips and Alice Velona McElroy Phillips. Ilene enjoyed cooking, gardening, family gatherings and her beloved Astros. She moved to Dayton in 1972 from Houston with her husband J.T. Rogers who preceded her in death in 1976. She volunteered for the Ladies Auxiliary at Liberty-Dayton Hospital and for the Dayton Youth Rodeo’s for numerous years.

Besides her husband and parents she was preceded in death by her daughter Wilma Kirkes, brothers Ernest and Pete Phillips, sisters Charlene Quinn and Inez Givens.

She leaves behind her beloved family daughter Tommie Buscemi and her husband Charlie of Kingwood; grandchildren, Jackie Ellis and her husband Jon; Ralene Curtis and her husband Randy, Jenna and Jared Buscemi. In addition she leaves two great grandchildren, Katie and Ashley Cooksey two step great grandchildren Amanda and Thomas Curtis and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held Tuesday from 6-8PM at the Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main Dayton, Texas. Funeral Services to be held 10AM Wednesday at the funeral home with Rev. Louis Ramirez to officiate. Burial will follow in Magnolia Park Cemetery, Dayton, Texas.

Friends and family may send online condolences to www.Sterlingfuneralhome.com

	Phillips Loyd Maurice Phillips 69 of Batson died Sunday November 9,2008 at his residence.

He was born in Dallas Texas on November 8, 1939. He lived in Hull and Batson area most of his life. A man of many talents he was a Drilling consultant, he love his many outdoor toys. He loved fishing and hunting with his children and grandchildren. He was a very dedicated father and grandfather.

Loyd is survived by his Wife; Mary Phillips of 38 years, Daughters; Melissa Myers and husband Rickey of Devers, Samantha Pickett and husband Ernie of Hardin. Son; Guy Phillips and wife Dolly of Hull, Sisters; Doris Tousha and husband Chester of Batson, Joan Reynolds and husband Joe of Ore City, Brother; Donald Phillips of Santa Fe. TX Sister-in-law; Linda Phillips of Batson, Brother in law; Jarvis Stovall of Batson. Grandchildren; 17, great-grand children; 10. And a host of many friends’ nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held today Monday November 10,2008 beginning at 5:00P.M. Until 9:00 P.M at New Life Assembly of God church of Batson. There will be a service of remembrance held also Monday November 10, 2008 beginning at 7:00P.M. At the church.

Memorial contributions maybe made to Habitat for hope 2041 Locke-Cuba Middleton TN. A private committal will take place Tuesday November 11,2008 at Guedry cemetery in Batson.

Arrangements by Faith and Family Funeral Services of Batson, Tx.

David

Funeral Services are pending for Shirley M. David, 60, of Ames, Texas. She died Sunday November 9, 2008 at San Jacinto Methodist Alexander Rehab Center in Baytown, Texas.

	Roberts Clarence Orval “Bobby” Roberts, 84, of Liberty died Wednesday, November 5, 2008 in Liberty.

He was born November 25, 1924 in Houston, Texas to parents: Clarence Orval and Eva L. Pace Roberts. He graduated from Central High School, Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1941, attended Purdue University and received his masters at Pepperdine University. Mr. Roberts had been a lifetime resident of this area, working in the banking and oilfield industry. He was a charter member of the Magnolia Ridge Country Club.

Services for Mr. Roberts will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 8, 2008 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel in Dayton. Visitation will be 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., Friday, November 7, 2008 at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Cooke Cemetery in Liberty.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife: Joe Muriel Roberts; daughter: Rebecca Jo Roberts. He is survived by his son: Michael G. Roberts and wife Barbara of Crosby; grandchildren: Christopher M. Roberts of Austin; Stefanie Taylor and husband Brandon Taylor of Crosby; and Kayla Roberts of Crosby; great-grandson of Colin Roberts of Crosby; also numerous other relatives and a host of friends.

Thrasher

Lewis Daniel Thrasher, 62, of Huffman, Texas died Monday, November 3, 2008. He was born on January 20, 1946 in Cleveland, Texas to Lewis Daniel and Minnie Sarah (Coyle) Thrasher. Lewis was an outdoorsman that enjoyed hunting and fishing. Lewis also loved spending time with his family.

Lewis is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Laura Thrasher; brothers, Daniel Woods, Elijah Thrasher, and Mack Thrasher; sisters, Judy Earlene Thrasher Moore, Ila Faye Woods Burkes, and Edith Thrasher. He is survived by his loving wife, Ottie Thrasher of Huffman; son, Steven Thrasher and wife Jeán of Crosby; daughter Lisa Rhea of Huffman; grandchildren, Clay and Colby Thrasher, Garrett Beadle, Samantha Gardner, Abigail Rhea and Nathan Rhea; sisters, Naomi Thrasher and Jenetha Thrasher; brothers, Billy Thrasher, Marvin Woods, Lawrence Woods, and Gene Woods; and numerous more nieces, nephews and close friends.

A service of remembrance will be held Friday, November 7 at 2:00 PM at Sterling Funeral Home with interment to follow in Magnolia Park Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 602 N Main St Dayton, Texas 77535. 936-258-2678. Condolences may be made online at www.sterlingfuneralhome.com

	Mason Funeral services for Fred R. Mason, 81, of Panorama Village will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, November 8, 2008 at Cashner Colonial Chapel in Conroe with Rev. Guy Pry and Rev. Vicki Bishop officiating.

Burial will be in Garden Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held Friday, November 7, 2008 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cashner Funeral Home.

Mr. Mason died November 5, 2008 at St. Lukes Episcopal Hospital in The Woodlands after a lengthy illness. He was born in Dayton, Texas, December 6, 1926 to George and Nina Mason. He graduated from Liberty High School in 1943 and attended Texas A&M. At that time, he proudly joined the U.S. Navy serving on the USS Rockingham and USS Dauphin Landing Craft in WWII. In 1950, he married his loving wife, Margaret McClurg Mason, and they moved to Newgulf, Texas. He worked for Texas Gulf Sulphur Company for 33 years in the warehouse and accounting departments. While in Newgulf he was very active in the Little League Program, a referee for Junior High and freshman football and a member of the Methodist Church. After retiring, he and his wife moved to Panorama Village in 1983.

He is preceded in death by his parents, son, Douglas Lynn Mason, brothers Leonard and Col. George Mason, Jr.

Survivors include his wife, Margaret Mason; brothers, Ray Mason and wife Vinnie and William “Bill” Mason and wife Linda; sisters-in-law, Lily Mason and Nelle Mason; daughters, Sheri Jackson and husband Jim, Beverly Wenzel, Rev. Vicki Bishop and husband Eric, and JoAnn Mason Placette and husband John; grandchildren, Cylinda White and fiancé Tommy Rolf, Kevin Smith, Brian Wenzel, Brent Wenzel and wife Kelly, Beau Bishop and wife Amy, Chase Bishop and wife Kayla, Jaclyn Lepien and husband Michael, Natalie Ford and husband Russ, Zachary Mason; great-grandsons, Blayne White, Brett White, Cooper Wenzel, Cadon Lepin; and great granddaughter, Brynn White. Numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends also survive.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association, 10060 Buffalo Speedway, Houston, Texas 77054.

	Mauboules Alice Kathryn Fruge Mauboules, age 103 died Tuesday November 4, 2008 in Beaumont.

She was born February 13, 1905 the daughter of the late Augustine Fruge and Clara Landry Fruge in South Crowley, LA. She wed December 4, 1921 to her beloved husband Alexander Peter “Big Jake” Mauboules who preceded her in 1961. A rice farmer in Winnie, Texas she enjoyed sewing her own dresses, tatting, embroidering linens and gardening.

Besides her parents and her husband she was preceded in death by her siblings, Andy, Harris, Anie, Allie, Lisa, Alice, Amy, Rose, Theresea, E.J.”Buddy,” and Andrus. In addition she was also preceded in death by a son Elvin James Mauboules and a grandson Milton Mauboules.

She leaves behind her; brother Lawrence Fruge; grandchildren Jacqueline Ann Golden; Marna Kay Roby; Elvin James Mauboules Jr.; and Mark S. Mauboules. Alice also leaves seven great-grandchildren, 14 great-great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and great-great-great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 6-8pm Friday at the Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main St. Dayton, Texas. Funeral Services to be held at the funeral home Saturday 11AM with entombment to follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Beaumont.

Friends and family may send on line condolences at www.sterlingfuneralhome.com.

	Stark Otis Stark, Jr., age 50, of Dayton, passed away Friday, October 31, 2008.

Mr. Stark was born February 4, 1958 to parents Otis and Magnolia H. Stark in Birmingham, Alabama.

Otis graduated from high school in St. Louis, Missouri. He was an assistant sales manager for Conn’s.

Services for Mr. Stark will be Monday, November 3, 2008 at 10:00 am at Pace Stancil Funeral Home chapel in Dayton. Visitation will be Sunday November 3, 2008 from 5:00 until 9:00 pm at pace Stancil Dayton.

Mr. Stark is survived by his wife Doris; daughter: Jennifer Davis and husband Darrell; son: Larry Nemy, Jr. and wife Cindy all of Dayton, his grandchildren Kaylee Nemy, Samantha, Sabrina and Austin Davis of Dayton and his sister Josephine Ruffin of Missouri.

Slankard

Cecil Elmo Slankard 87, of Batson died Friday October 31,2008 at his residence.

A native and life long residence of Batson, Cecil was a retired Oilfield pumper for Adabelle lease of Batson; he was also an ordained deacon with Mt. Calvary Baptist church where he received his ordination March 26, 1955.

He was preceded in death by his daughter; Lynda Slankard and brother; Ewell “ Duke” Slankard.

Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years Pauline Slankard of Batson, son; Cecil E. “ Buddy” Slankard Jr and wife Brenda of Moss Hill. Brother; Merl Slankard of Batson, Brother-in-law; W.G. “Bill” Barnhart of Dallas. Grandchildren are, Kevin Slankard and wife LeighAnn of Liberty, Keith Slankard and wife Lacey of Baytown. Great grandchildren; Kaleigh Williamson, Michael, Kaylen, and Kaden Slankard.

A service of remembrance will be held today Sunday November 2,2008 at 2:00P.M. At Mt. Calvary Baptist Church of Moss Hill, with Pastor Carlton Bailey officiating. Visitation was held Saturday November 1,2008 at the church. Interment followed at Guedry cemetery of Batson.

Arrangements by Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. of Batson, Tx.

Griffin

Sadie Griffin, age 78 of Liberty, TX., died Wednesday in a Baytown Hospital.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2008 at the Allison Funeral Service Chapel 1101 North Travis Street Liberty, TX., with the Reverend Fred L. Raney officiating. Burial will follow in the Cooke Memorial Cemetery 1910 Lakeland Drive Liberty, Texas. A visitation will be held on Friday, October 24, 2008 at Allison Funeral Service from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.

Sadie was born on February 3, 1930, in Alvin, TX., to Charles Troy Knight and Ruby Elizabeth Manuel Knight. She married Walter Griffin on July 11, 1948 Pearland, TX. and they made their home in southeast Texas. Sadie was a craft person, and enjoyed quilting. They owned and operated the Bar-B-Q- Barn for years. Sadie is preceded in death by her parents and husband, three sisters and three brothers. Her survivors are two daughters: Vicky Tyler and Shirley Fisher and husband John, two sons: Richard Griffin and wife Juanita, Allen Griffin and wife Melissa, eight grandchildren: Eric and Kerry Fisher, Patrick and Ashley Fisher, David and Missy Griffin, Ashley and Tae Park, Bradley Tyler and Eight great grandchildren and a host of other family members and friends.

Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 936-336-6418. To share condolences online visit www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

Lockett

Funeral Service for A,. J. “Costell” Lockett also known as “Poppa”, 76, of Dayton, Texas, will be held Saturday, November 1, 2008 at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Dayton, Texas at 11 A.M with Reverend V. R. Hylton, officiating with burial in Jones Cemetery under the direction of Wells Funeral Service, Liberty, Texas.

A native of Liberty, he was a former student of Liberty Training High School. He was employed with the Chevron Corp. where he retired in 1984 and he was dedicated rancher.

A member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church he died October 28, 2008 at San Jacinto Regency Hospice in Baytown after an illness.

Visitation will be held from 9 A.M. until time of service at the church.

He is survived by a very special friend: Carolyn Ann McClure of Dayton, Texas, his mother Easter Quillian of Beaumont, Texas; three daughters: Joyce Barnum, Keshia Cosey, and Tallony Dickey; two sons: Michael Spencer and Chris Spencer; one sister: Ether Mae Walker; three brothers: Lawrence Thompson of Raywood, Texas, John L. Burrell of California, and Isiah Quillian, Sr. of Beaumont, Texas and a host of other relatives and friends

Medders

A Memorial Service for James Leon Medders, 48, of Liberty Texas will be held Saturday, November 1, 2008 at Calvary Baptist Church, Liberty, Texas at 4:00 P.M. with the Reverend Paul Humber, officiating under the direction of Wells Funeral Service, Liberty, Texas.

A native of Birmingham, Alabama, he was a veteran of the United States Navy and a graduate of the 1976 class of Liberty High School.

He died October 22, 2008 at his residence.

He is survived by his mother: Barbara Medders, of Liberty, one sister: Jamelle Chavous of Pearland, Texas, one brother: James Stacey Medders of Anahuac, Texas; a very special friend: Mellissa Gray of Liberty, Texas and a host of other relatives and friends.

	Taylor James Henry Taylor, 65, of Dayton, died Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at home after an extended illness.

He was born June 9, 2008 in Grenada, Mississippi to parents, Ulysis and Cannie Bell Washington Taylor and graduated from Hayti Central High School in 1963. He had lived in this area since 1987, after moving from Houston and Michigan and was owner of Blackmon Trucking. He enjoyed fishing , hunting, gardening, and logging.

Visitation for Mr. Taylor will be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday, October 31, 2008 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home. Services are pending in Grenada, Mississippi.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother: Edward R. Taylor and sister: Louella Fisher. He is survived by his wife of 30 years: Patricia "Pat" Smith of Dayton; his daughters: Karen Taylor of Michigan, Candy Brown of Mississippi, Lyshaun Gladney of Mississippi, Sandy Calhoun of Michigan and Tracy Crowder of Michigan; 12 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; brother: Charles Taylor of Mississippi; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends

Acker

Bruno Acker, 69, of Liberty, died Friday, October 17, 2008 in Liberty. He was born November 18, 1938 in Karlsruhe, Germany to parents: Fritz and Kleopha Munch Acker. He moved from Germany to Canada in 1958 where he was a member of the Canadian Coast Guard and later moved to Liberty in 1969. Before his retirement he worked as a truck driver, worked in construction for Brown and Root in the oil fields, and was a mechanic specialist. Mr. Acker was a member of the American Motorcycle Association, enj