Tuer Charles Richard Tuer age 82 died Tuesday March 16, 2010 at his home.

Charles was born in Liberty, November 30, 1927 the son of the late Gladstone Tuer and Myrtle Walker Tuer. Charles was active in numerous civic organizations, as a member of the Liberty Masonic Lodge and the Liberty Elks Lodge, serving as chaplain and treasurer. Charles was also very committed to his church, First United Methodist of Liberty, serving on the finance committee and treasurer of the Sunday School Class. He was also very charitable to children’s charities. A graduate of San Angelo Business College, Charles inherited the family bottling business and ran it till its closing; he then entered into a partnership with Charles Fisher II, to start Charles Tuer Corporation. He was also an investor, farmer, rancher, and owned numerous properties.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Marjorie Ellen Burns, Gladys Lawler and Laura Tuer as well as a brother William James Tuer.

He leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be held Friday March 19, 2010 at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis, Liberty, Texas from five till eight in the evening. A funeral service will be held Saturday, March 20, 2010 at the First United Methodist Church of Liberty at two o’clock in the afternoon, the Rev. Jay Barnes to officiate. Burial will follow the services in Fairlawn Cemetery.

Surdukan Alexia “Alex” Paige Surdukan, 5, of Huffman went home peacefully Thursday, March 18, 2010 surrounded by her family.

She was born December 28, 2004 in Humble to parents Justin L. and Lisa M. Simpson Surdukan. Alex was a little princess in pink and purple. She enjoyed dancing, singing, swimming and playing at the park with her cousins and friends.

A Celebration of Alex’s Life will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 19, 2010 at the First Assembly of God, 1915 FM 1960 Bypass East, Humble, Texas 77338. In lieu of flowers the family has requested memorial donations be made to Texas Children’s Pediatric Brain Cancer Research.

Alex is survived by her parents: Justin & Lisa Surdukan of Huffman; her grandparents: Thomas & Monica Simpson of Gary, Jessie & Sharon Ybarra of Atascocita; her aunts & uncles: Derek & Heather Simpson, Wade Simpson, Penny & Joshua MacCormack, Micah & Joshua Price and the multitude of family friends that surrounded her with love and support

Arrangements for Alexia have been entrusted to Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, 1304 North Cleveland, Dayton, Texas.

Rollins Funeral Service for Roy Edward Rollins, 58, of Liberty, Texas will be held on Friday, March19, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. at Valley Community Bible Church in Liberty, with the Reverend Keith L. Turner, Sr., Pastor, Officiating, with burial in Bingham Cemetery, Hardin, Texas.

A native of Liberty, he was a graduate of Liberty High School and Prairie View A. & M. University where he received his Master’s Degree in Education. Former Mayor of the City of Ames, Texas, he was an instructor with the Liberty Independent School District and a member of Valley Community Bible Church.

He died on Friday, March 12, 2010 at Icon Hospital-Humble after an illness.

A wake service will be held Thursday, March 18, from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

He is survived by his daughter: Dr. Dahl Rollins-Stelly (Mark) of Houston; his mother: Veola Rollins, of Liberty; one brother: Artie Rollins, Jr. of Houston; two sisters: Eloise Ballard of Liberty and Vivian Gloria Green of Texarkana; one grandchild: Mark Edward Stelly, of Houston, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Wallace Patsy P. Hodges Wallace, 68, of Dayton, died Monday, March 15, 2010, at her daughter’s residence in Dayton.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 19, 2010, at the Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with burial following at Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.

Patsy was born July 13, 1941 in Doddridge, AR, to parents; Jesse and Era Westbrook Hodges, a former resident of Baytown, and has resided in the Dayton area for the past 25 years. She was a retired LVN, a nursing graduate of Lee College, member of the First Baptist Church of Dayton, and enjoyed cross stitch, needlepoint, bowling, gardening, and reading.

Mrs. Wallace was preceded in death by her father: Jesse Hodges and brother: J. C. Hodges. She is survived by her husband of 47 years: Scott E. Wallace, Jr. of Dayton, daughters: Rhonda Campbell and husband Roger Dale of Dayton, Amber Boyd of Dayton, and Rebecca Wallace of Humble, mother: Era Westbrook Hodges of Quanah, sisters: Peggy Pruitt and husband Tommy of Quanah and Barbara Davenport and husband Chester of Pflugerville, grandchildren: Lindsay Campbell, Cameron Boyd, and Shelby Boyd, great-grandchildren: Cadence Campbell and Brayden Boyd, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Key

John Henry “Nubbin” Key, Jr. 69, of Hardin, Texas died Monday, March 15, 2010.

He was born on October 30, 1940 to John Henry Key and Iris Elaine (Sandefer) Key in Beaumont, Texas.

John was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents, Ike and Gertrude Sandefer; and infant son, James Isaac Key.

He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 50 years, LaNelle “Nell” (Cunningham) Key; daughter, Debbie Key Mahon and husband Pete of Hamshire; son, Rusty Key of Spring; brothers, Ronnie Key and wife Kitty of Sabine Pass and Mike Key of Hardin; six grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; and numerous more relatives and friends.

A visitation for family and friends will be from six until eight o’clock in the evening Thursday, March 18th at Allison Funeral Service.

A service of remembrance will be held at ten o’clock in the morning Friday, March 19th at Hardin United Methodist Church with burial to follow in Hardin Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hardin United Methodist Church, Faith United Methodist Church in Fannett, Texas or the Hardin Ex-Students Scholarship Fund.

Final arrangements have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service 1101 N Travis St, Liberty, Texas 77575.

Dagle Brandon Wade Dagle 26, of Batson died Friday March 12, 2010.

Brandon was a Pipefitter and Boilermaker. He was a graduate of West Hardin High School and was a lifetime resident of Batson.

Brandon is survived by his “MawMaw”, Nadine Dagle of Batson; Father, Randle LeNormand of Batson; Mother, Gwen LeNormand of Batson; Wife, Misty Hendrix of Saratoga; Daughter, Kymber Nadine Dagle of Saratoga; Brother, Lance LeNormand of Moss Hill; Step-sister, Brittnee Gibbs of Missouri; Uncle Gene and wife Sheila Dagle of Batson; Uncle Glenn Dagle and Daughters Tara and Amber of Batson; Uncle Bull, wife April and sons Dustin Dagle and Zak Mills; Aunt Gayle and husband Tim Harch of Terrell, Texas; Cousin Donnie and wife Gretchen Dagle of Hardin; Cousin Brian and wife Brittany Harch of Terrell; Cousin Chase Harch of Terrel and many more family and friends. Brandon is Preceded in death by his PawPaw Charles Dagle and friend Little Micheal.

A service of remembrance will be held on Tuesday March 16, 2010 at 2 P.M. at the First Baptist Church of Batson with Reverend Tolbert Hudspeth officiating.

interment to follow at Guedry Cemetery in Batson. The family will receive friends on Monday March 15, 2010 from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at First Baptist Church of Batson.

Final arrangements are under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, TX.

Scott Retired minister, Lawrence David Scott, 79, of Liberty, died on Friday, March 12, 2010.

He was born to the late George and Flora (Chapman) Scott on August 27, 1930 in Worcester, Massachusetts. David served our country in the Korean Conflict before being hurt. He worked in the oilfield for years until he fell out of a derrick. His membership was at Church of God of Prophecy. Perhaps fishing for men caused David’s love of fishing for the catfish, trout and any other variety God created, or maybe it was the other way around . . . Either way, he reveled in the friendly competition he and daughter, Mary Ann enjoyed countless hours of, while each on the other end of a fishing pole. He also had a love for music, was a part of ‘Soul Seekers’, the families amateur singing group and even as he lay dying, God gave him several songs. David was a Bible reading, believing, Christian servant who prayed as a warrior. He was a very mission-minded, giving individual who shared his table with numerous families over his lifetime. This delightful family man had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed ‘picking on people’ and telling jokes. As one very comfortable in the outdoors, David always made sure the hummingbirds and squirrels always had food. He was a good chess player and in more recent years enjoyed Pac Man, or computer games such as hearts and solitaire. Even while David’s health was declining due to the cancer overtaking his body, he still had an incredible work ethic. Many would never have guessed he was sick by the way he would work.

Also preceding him in death were his brothers, Earl, Walter, Calvin and Nelson Scott; and sisters, Dorothy Lamson and Helen Meyers.

Left behind to cherish his memory are his three children; daughter, Mary Ann Scott, son, Jerry Lawrence Scott and wife, Laura, and daughter, Connie Sue Craig and husband, grandchildren, Brian and Heather Scott, Jonathan Craig and wife, Jennifer and Cassandra Craig; great-grandchildren, Jonathan Craig Jr and Kaylee Craig; Larry; brother, Robert Scott; sister, Ruby Scott; and Liz Burlin, whom he considered a daughter.

Visitation with family and friends will be four o’clock in the afternoon until six o’clock in the evening, on Sunday, March 14, at Sterling Funeral Home. His funeral service will be ten o’clock in the morning, Monday, March 15, at Sterling Funeral Home chapel with burial to follow at Fairlawn Cemetery. The minister officiating will be Bishop Robert Brantley with Pastor Kevin Kleinhenz assisting. Pallbearers will be Jonathan and Ronnie Casey, Jonathan Craig, Brian Scott, and Karl and Shayne Smith. Honorary pallbearers are Robert Anderson and David Wallace.

Final arrangements for David have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main, Dayton, Texas 77535.

Smith Chasity R. Smith, 18, of Hardin, died Friday March 12, 2010 at Herman Memorial Hospital in Houston.

Chasity was a homeschooled senior and lived in Hardin for 12 years.

She is survived by her Mother, Tina Smith of Hardin; Brother, Cleveland Smith Jr. of Hardin; Sister, Nadia Stephens of Nacogdoches; Grandfather, Robert Jones Sr.; and numerous Aunts, Uncles and Friends.

A service of remembrance will be held Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. at Hardin Methodist Church with Reverend Gideon Watson officiating. Interment to follow at Hardin Cemetery.

The family will be recieving friends Tuesday, March 16, 2010 from 5:00P.M. until 9: 00 P.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. Batson Texas.

Final arrangements for Chasity Smith are under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, TX.

Mayfield Mirion Ruth Mayfield died Thursday, March 11, 2010 at her home in Baytown with her loving family by her side.

She was born in Dallas, Texas, December 15, 1928 the daughter of the late Clyde Dunivan and Rosetta Fisk. She was a homemaker and enjoyed to sew, collect antiques, and canning her fresh vegetables.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Billy “Gene” Mayfield and a son Darrell Mayfield.

She leaves behind her daughter Glenda Mosley and her husband Charles and a son Larry Mayfield and his wife Faye of Little Rock, Mississippi. In addition she leaves her grandchildren, Regina Rogers, Charlene Strickland, Jason Mayfield, Charity Powell, and Hope Mayfield as well as her great grandchildren Carter Strickland, Chad Goodman, Courtney Powell and Cameron Powell.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, March 13, 2010 at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis, Liberty, Texas. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service. Burial to follow the service in Liberty Catholic Cemetery.

Nevels

Funeral Service for Andrew Leroy Nevels, 90, of Liberty, Texas will be held on Saturday, March13, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. in Wells Memorial Chapel in Liberty, with Brother David LaFleur, Officiating, with burial in Wells Memorial Cemetery, Liberty.

A native of Schulenburg, Texas he was a member of Mt. Rose Baptist Church where he served on the Usher Board.

He was a veteran of the United States Army and worked construction.

He died Tuesday, March 9, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. until time of service in the chapel.

He is survived by one daughter: Nancy Gants; one son-in-law: Otis Gants of Liberty, TX; one sister: Octavia Nevels of Dallas, Texas and a host of other relatives and friends.

Hart

Gwendolyn Hart, age 88, died Sunday March 7, 2010 in Liberty, Texas.

Gwen was born in Pineland, Texas January 14, 1922 the daughter of the late John A. Fults and Mamie McSwain Fults Massingill. Gwen was a homemaker, who loved to play the piano. She enjoyed fishing, pick pecans, and canning. She was once voted most beautiful in her graduating class from Hull-Daisetta High School. She was an active member of First Baptist Church of Hull, attending Sunday school regularly.

She was preceded in death by her sisters, Essie Alford and Berval Boyd.

She leaves her beloved husband of fifty-five years, Dale Lee Hart Sr. of Hull, sons Dale Lee Hart Jr. of Houston, Gregory Bennis Hart of Hull, daughters, Vickie Lynn Hougesen of Sour Lake, Rebecca Jane Knight of Draper, UT, Carolyn Jean Hart of Sour Lake, and a sister Ella Mae Singleton of Thicket. In addition she leave eleven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from five o’clock in the evening till eight o’clock, Thursday March 11, 2010 at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. A funeral service will be held ten o’clock in the morning, Friday, March 12, 2010 at First Baptist Church, 1 FM 834 Hull, Texas. Burial will be held in Magnolia Cemetery, two o’clock in the afternoon at Magnolia Cemetery in Woodville, Texas.

Nau

Lois Marie Nau, age 83, died March 8, 2010 in Houston.

Lois was born October 6, 1926 in Beaumont, Texas the daughter of the late John Heiman William Lloyd and Ione Cooley Lloyd. Lois was an avid reader who enjoyed working on her crossword puzzles. When younger she loved to ride her horses, dance, and sew clothing. Lois worked as a secretary for Kirby Lumber Co. as well as for Lamb Printing Company.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two great-grandchildren, Cain Anthony LaFauci and Jacob William Nolan, as well as a son-in-law Rick Humber.

She leaves her beloved children, Larey Nau of Crosby, Lloyd Nau and wife Sadie of Vidor, Leah Humber of Liberty, and Lisa Cloud and husband Scott of Orange. In addition she leaves six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas.

Mooney Dale Lynn Mooney, 51, of Crosby died peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, March 5, 2010 in Dayton after an extended illness.

He was born May 14, 1958 in Baytown, Texas to parents Charles S. and Imogene Chrisman Mooney. Dale graduated in 1976 from Channelview High School and served in the Naval Reserve for six years. He had been a member of Second Baptist Church in Channelview and had worked for many years as an operator at petroleum plants. Dale loved his family and enjoyed motorcycles. He was a member of the Soul Sinners Motorcycle Club.

Services for Dale will be 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel in Dayton with Rev. Danny Biddy officiating. The family will receive friends 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., Monday evening at the funeral home.

He was preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his sons: Nick Mooney, Sr. & wife Candace of Crosby and Clayton Mooney & wife Marsha of Crosby; his sisters: Kay Stratman and husband Gerry of Dayton, and Gale Stuckey and husband Steve of Dayton; grandchildren: Nick Mooney, Jr., Clarissa Mooney, Kaylie Hall, & Alissa Mooney; the mother of his children: Cynthia Nail of Crosby; also numerous other relatives and friends.

Speights Funeral Services for Deacon Calvin Speights 77, of Hankamer will be held Monday, March 8, 2010 at 11:00 p.m. at the Sun Light Baptist Church in hankamer with the Reverend Donald Speights officiating with burial in Richardson Cemetery.

A native of hankamer, he was a barber, a member of the Sun Light Baptist Church, a veteran of the U.S. Army and attended public school and graduated Charlton-Pollard High School in Beaumont, TX.

He died Tuesday March 2, 2010 at Clear Lake Hospital in Webster, TX from an illness.

Visitations will be held on Monday 8, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. until time of service at the church.

Deacon Calvin Speights leave to cherish his precious memories. Brother R.C. Speights, Sister Camilla Carrington, Madie O. Speights. Children Debra Speights, Mae Boykin of Baytown, Calvin Speights, Jr., Pamela Speights, Danny Speights, and Jackie Speights all of Los Angeles, California. One Aunt Nettie O. Rice of Richmond, TX. Ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Taylor Frank Edward “Ed” Taylor, 82, of Daisetta, Texas died Friday, March 5, 2010.

He was born on September 2, 1927 to Robert and Ferlie (Nugent) Taylor in Beaumont, Texas. Ed was a life long resident of Liberty County. For many years he worked in the renovation, roofing, and remodeling business. Before he became ill, Ed enjoyed hunting, fishing, and enjoying the sights and sounds of the beach.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Clarence Taylor; sisters, Una Mae Taylor and Lily Welch; and wife of 20 years, Mary Taylor. He is survived by his daughter, Glenda Vines of Hull; grandchildren, Josh Young, Kelley Taylor, Josh Nugent, Johnny Fregia, Terry Fregia, Patricia Elliott, Timmy Fregia, Randy Nugent, Justin Nugent, Lewis Marcantel and Tony Marcantel; great-grandchildren, Quincey and Kane Bott and Caleb Downs; special friend and partner, Nan Taylor; his dog “Sissy”; step-sons, Clayton Nugent and wife Judy, Kenny Nugent, and Elbert Fregia and their children and grandchildren all of Daisetta; sister, Tiny Tousha of Liberty; adopted son, Leroy “Bo” Welch of Dayton; and numerous other relatives and friends.

A visitation for family and friends will be from five until eight o’clock in the evening Monday, March 8th at Sterling Funeral Home. A service of remembrance will be held at two o’clock in the afternoon Tuesday, March 9th at Sterling Funeral Home with interment to follow in Monroe Fregia Cemetery. Final arrangements for Ed have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 602 N Main St Dayton, Texas 77535.

Hanks Richard L. Hanks, 41, died unexpectedly on Saturday, February 27, 2010 in Phoenix, AZ.

Richard Lynn Hanks was born on May 17, 1968 in Livingston, Texas to George and Caren (Graves) Hanks. To know Richard was to love him. He was fun, always happy, on the go, loved life, was a good pool player, was the one who cheered everyone else up, liked bragging about his good looks, had fun singing karaoke and being the life of the party. Richard was an outdoorsman who absolutely loved to hunt and fish and was a member of the North American Hunter’s Association and the North American Fisherman’s Association. He liked football and was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan. A trusted and valuable employee of both Overland, and most recently, USA Marble Liquidators, Richard enjoyed his work for both companies the past 20 years.

Preceding him in death were his parents.

Left behind to cherish his memory are his brother, Thomas Dewayne Hanks of Cleveland, TX, sister, Kimberly Ann Taylor and husband, Dan of Henderson, NV, brother, George Wesley Hanks and sister, Mitzi Cassandra Johnson, both of Dayton, TX, and step-sister, Katy Faye Hanks of Bryan, TX; and 13 nieces and nephews.

Visitation with family and friends will be six to eight o’clock Friday evening, March 5, at Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main, Dayton, TX 77535, (936)258-2678. A celebration of Richard’s life will be two o’clock in the afternoon on Saturday, March 6, at Sterling Funeral Home with Wayne Johnson officiating.

Pallbearers will be Chris Cole, Raymond Lee, Scooter Moffett, Nick Bernard, Evan Hooker, Brian Johnson, Bobby Davis and Tommy Hanks.

Cato Karen D. (Campbell) Cato, 57, of Dayton, Texas died Monday, March 1, 2010.

She was born on October 30, 1952 in Minden, Louisiana to John and Bonnie Campbell. Karen was a devoted and beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister. She touched the lives of many people during her time here. Karen prepared many delicious meals for family and friends because she so enjoyed cooking and baking. She also had a creative flair with making jewelry and was just an artistic person in general. Her real passion was for music as she loved anything from the Beatles or Janis Joplin all the way across the musical spectrum to numerous classical pieces as well.

Karen was preceded in death by her brother, Kevin Dale Campbell; sister, Amanda Kaye Campbell and grandparents, Woodward H. and Velma Sims.

She is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Michael Cato; daughter, Kelley Bird and husband, David of Liberty and their children, Devin, Tyler, Alyssa, and Cameron; son, Shawn Cato and wife, Erica of Fort Bend and their children Damian, Miguel, and Leah; son, Christopher Cato and the love of his life, Charlotte Koehler; parents, John and Bonnie Campbell; brother, Jayson Campbell and wife, Mary and their son; and numerous other relatives and friends.

A visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, March 5th from twelve noon until two o’clock in the afternoon at Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main, Dayton, Texas 77535, (936)258-2678. A celebration of Karen’s life will take place on Friday, March 5th at two o’clock in the afternoon, also at Sterling. A graveside service will be held at Old Minden Cemetery in Minden, Louisiana at three o’clock in the afternoon on Saturday, March 6th.

Flewellen Esther Rae Tanner Flewellen 78, of Hardin died Wednesday March 3,2010 at her daughters residence in Hull.

A native of Mont. Belvieu she had lived in Hardin and Liberty most of her life. She was retired with 20 years of service from Continental Telephones as an operator and also was retired from First Liberty National Bank of Liberty as a Bank Teller.

Esther was preceded in death by her husband Junius Coleman Flewellen.

She is survived by her daughter; Glenda Ullery and husband Harry of Hardin, brother; Larry Armstrong and wife Irene of Prosper TX, sisters; Edith Townsend and husband Danny of Big Sandy, Janey Scott and husband Donald of Lampasas TX. Granddaughter; Heather Posinski and husband Troy of Tomball, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

A graveside service will be held Friday March 5,2010 at 12:00 noon at Guedry cemetery in Batson with Reverend Gideon Watson officiating.

Arrangements are under the care Faith & Family Funeral Services, Batson, TX.

Spradley Lillian Spradley, 73, of Moss Bluff die Tuesday, March 2, 2010 in Liberty after an extended illness.

She was born March 23, 1936 in Sterling, Kansas to parents Claude and Clarice Willers Phillips. Mrs. Spradley had been a resident of Moss Bluff since 1978 and was previously of Baytown. She was well known for her love of music as she often played for everyone at the nursing home in Liberty. Music was her passion as she played the piano, organ, and many other musical instruments entertaining all. She was previously owner of an antique business.

Services for Mrs. Spradley will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 4, 2010 at Pace Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Charles Pierce officiating. Interment will follow at Fairlawn Cemetery in Liberty. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. until service time on Thursday at the funeral home.

Mrs. Spradley was preceded in death by her father, her son and daughter-in-law: Carl and Glenda Hart, brother: Vernon Phillips and sister: Mary Phillips. She is survived by her husband: Robert D. Spradley of Moss Bluff; her mother: Clarice Willers of Kansas; her daughter: Brenda Davis and husband Fred of Dickinson; her grandchildren: Tammy and Shannon Holmes of Allen, Texas, Shawn Clift of Moss Bluff, Jessica Holcomb of Chandler, Arizona, Cary Rouse & Lana of League City, and Frederick Davis, Jr. of San Diego, California; her great-grandchildren: Jonathan & Lilly Holmes of Allen, Texas, Morgan & Christopher Clift of Chandler, Arizona, Kelsey Rouse of League City and expecting soon Audrey Rouse; her sisters: Wanda Doran of Sterling, Kansas and Sara Seite and husband Myron of Branson, Missouri also numerous other relatives and a host of friends.

BAHAM

On Saturday, February 27, Gail was welcomed to heaven by her son, Dusty, her Mom and Dad, Grandpa and Grandma and all the many pets that had gone before her. Gail was not only a loving and kind person but an humble soul. She never placed priority on worldly possessions. Her sons, family and friends were of most importance to her. Gail felt most alive outdoors, in the sunshine, on the beach or riding her horse out in the meadow.

She will be greatly missed by her son, Travis Wadsworth, whom she dearly loved. Although distance sometimes separated them, Gail knew how much Travis loved her.

We love and will miss you. Until we meet again, Travis, John, Carol and Cheryl.

Final arrangements for Gail were entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main St., Anahuac, Texas 77514.

McMurtry

Homer Hugh McMurtry age 63 died Friday, February 25, 2010.

Homer was born in Liberty, Texas January 28, 1947 the son of the late Homer Hugh McMurtry SR. and Elizabeth Tillman McMurtry. Homer was a self-employed welder, a Navy Veteran of Vietnam and was incredibly talented at remodeling homes and cabinetry. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, or just playing “Tiger Woods” on the playstation.

He leaves behind his wife Audrey Lee McMurtry of Slidell, LA, son Robert McMurtry of New Orleans, sister Doretha and her husband Raymond Buteau Sr. of New Iberia, LA, an aunt Florence “Aunt Sis” Barrett of Liberty, and a longtime friend Tommey Simms of Liberty. In addition he leaves numerous nieces, nephews, and close friends.

He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 3, 2010 from 10A.M. till 12:00P.M. With a funeral service to be held at 12:00P.M. at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis. Liberty, Texas. Burial to follow the service in Hardin Chapel Cemetery.

Rushing Nicky Leon Rushing age 55, passed away Thursday, February 25, 2010 in Houston.

Nicky was born in Center, Texas February 19, 1955, the son of Albert and Dura Mae Wheeler Rushing. Nicky was a graduate of Center High School and went on to graduate from Stephen F. Austin. He taught school for over thirty-two years, spending the last twenty-eight of them at Hardin Middle School teaching science and computers. Nicky loved to ride motorcycles as well as work and repair computers.

He was preceded in death by his brother Albert Earl Rushing.

He leaves behind his devoted wife of twenty-seven years Donna L. Rushing of Hardin, his beloved son, Andrew Phillip Rushing of Hardin, parents Albert and Dura Mae Rushing, brother Bill and wife Joann Rushing, sisters Francine and husband Don Gardner, Jeannie Runnells, Anita and husband Larry Jackson, Sherry and husband Charles Parks all of Center. In addition he leaves numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation for Nicky will be held Sunday, February 28, 2010 from 5-8pm at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. A service will be held Monday, 4PM, March 1, 2010, at Hardin Baptist Church, Hardin, Texas. On Tuesday March 2, 2010 a funeral service will be held at 2PM, at Old Salem Missionay Baptist Church in Center, Texas with burial to follow in Old Mt. Olive Cemetery.

Bouton

Thomas E.”Tommy” Bouton, 23, of Liberty, died February 19, 2010 at his residence.

Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 6, 2010 at the Carrell Street Baptist Church at 819 Carrell St., Tomball, Texas. Local arrangements are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.

Tommy was born November 3, 1986 in Spring, to parents; Ralph Bouton and Roberta Quillen, was employed by the Tomball Moving Company, and was interested in pursuing a career in the oncology nursing field. He also enjoyed fishing, music, and video games.

Mr. Bouton is survived by his wife: Carla Tingel Bouton of MI, daughter: Annabelle Bouton of MI, mother: Roberta Quillen White and husband Hansell of Liberty, father: Ralph Bouton of Conroe, sisters: Laura Villarreal of Houston and Jennifer Bouton of Tyler, brother: Justin Bouton of Montgomery, grandparents: James and Roxie Quillen of OH and Granny White of Conroe, stepbrothers: Hansell White, Jr. of Conroe and Phillip White of Conroe, stepsisters: Krystal White of Conroe and Stephanie White of Cleveland, and numerous other relatives, and friends.

Webb Annie “Louise” Webb, 78, of Baytown, died Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at home, surrounded by her family.

She was born December 18, 1931 in Texas City to her late parents, Cullen F. Tennison and Bertha Beatrice Erckenbrack Tennison. She lived in Baytown since 1965, and retired as a clerk from the Lewis & Coker grocery store.

Louise was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Henry Weaver Webb; brother, James Cullen Tennison and a sister, Anna Hartman Wollitz.

Survivors include her sons, James Henry Webb and wife, Cindy, of Hardin; Ronnie Webb and wife, Susan, of Boerne; daughters, Connie Webb-Johnson and husband, Clint, and Janet Webb-Fletcher and husband, Kenny, all of Cove; brothers, “Chuck” Tennison and wife, Barbara, of Austin; Eddie Roberts and wife, “Charlie”, of California; sisters, Wilma High and husband, Johnnie High, Sr. of Yellville, Arkansas and Barbara Malone of Flower Mound; 7 grandchildren, Kimberly Ann Webb, Jamie Sue Webb-Burch, and husband, Shelton, Jeffrey Webb and wife, Hayley, Jason Webb, and wife, Julie, Chad Johnson, and wife, Christian, Candice Johnson-Stewart and husband, Danny, Fallon Fletcher; 9 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild and numerous nieces, nephews and many friends.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2010 at Navarre Funeral home. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at Navarre Funeral Home with David Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Linney Cemetery in Dayton.

Pallbearers will be Pete Webb, E. Mike Webb, Charles Webb, Augie Ramirez, Chuck Tennison, James Crawford and Robert Webb. Honorary pallbearers will be Fred Hood, Kennie Passmore, Jeff Webb, Jason Webb and Chad Johnson
The family would like to thank Louise’s nursing staff, Terri, Nancy, Kathy, Rocki, Carrie, Pat, Maggie, and the staff at San Jacinto Methodist Skilled Nursing for the wonderful love and care they provided to her. A special thank you to close friends Shirley Edwards and ‘Nick’ Nickerson for their abundant and endless help.

Arrangements are under the direction of Navarre Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 2444 Rollingbrook Drive, Baytown, Texas 77521

Landrum

Gary Lynn Landrum, 47, of Dayton, died Tuesday, February 23, 2010, at the San Jacinto Methodist Hospital in Baytown.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, at the Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel. 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.

Gary was born June 16, 1962 in Dayton, to parents; Earnest and Louise Croft Landrum and has resided in the Dayton area throughout his life. He was a graduate of the Dayton High School class of 1980, a truck driver for Wade Farms in Dayton, member of the Assembly of God Church, and enjoyed music, playing the guitar, fishing, auto racing, and especially his grandchildren.

Mr. Landrum was preceded in death by his grandparents: Pearl and Dorothy Croft and Sharp and Vickie Landrum. He is survived by his sons: Kristopher Landrum and wife Linda of Dayton and Eric Landrum of Dayton, daughter: Holly Landrum of Dayton, grandsons: Jacob Lee Landrum and Preston Michael Burns, parents: Earnest and Louise Landrum of Dayton, sister: Terry Baugh and husband Jimmy of Baytown, two nieces, two great-nieces, other relatives, and friends.

LeClerc Laura Yvette LeClerc, also known as Lee, 81, of Dayton, Texas died Tuesday, February 16, 2010.

She was born on November 20, 1928 in Manchester, NH to the late Herbey and Evelina ‘Alice’ (Lefevre) Douville. She was delivered by her grandmother at her grandmother’s home. Laura was a preemie weighing about 4 lbs. They wrapped her in a blanket, laid her in a roasting pan and placed it on the opened oven door to keep her warm.

Lee never met a stranger and loved studying human nature. She was a good roller skater and ice skater and broke her wrist doing a sit spin when in her 50’s. She had a green thumb and grew beautiful flowers, some of which drew the hummingbirds she enjoyed watching. When the children were little they would play a game of shooting their bottle rockets toward the porch so she would in turn chase them with her broom! When the kids were in High School she was an avid Dayton Band Booster and would travel on the bus with the band to the games. Lee liked going White Water River rafting and camping with the family. Her CB handle was ‘Grasshopper’ and she also acquired the nickname ‘Granny Brat’. She bowled on a team for years, liked to play the slot machines, collected rocks from every state she visited and picked up shells off the beach. She was a vendor who made afghans, dammit dolls, baby blankets and Clorox Bleach bottle hats. Later in life she followed NASCAR’s Kenny Schraeder, loved emailing jokes to everyone on her contact list and playing computer games.

Laura is also preceded in death by her brother, Robert Douville of Chicago, IL.

Left behind to cherish her memory are husband, Robert A LeClerc of Dayton, TX; daughters, Kathy Nugent of The Woodlands, TX, Christine LeClerc Prince and husband, Lee of Friendswood, TX, Theresa Marie LeClerc of Crosby, TX and LoriAnn Thomas and husband, Bill of House Springs, MO; grandchildren, Lynn Marie Masters and husband, Michael, Tyler Thomas, and Amber Michelle Prince; great-grandchildren, Julia Lauren Masters, Hayden Scott Masters and Brandon Robert Masters; brother, Richard Douville of Claremont, NH; and sister-in-law, Lilly Douville of Chicago, IL.

Her funeral service will be four o’clock in the afternoon on Monday February 22nd at Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N Main St. Dayton, Texas 77535, (936)258-2678.

Visitation with family and friends will be from one o’clock to three o’clock in the afternoon on Saturday, February 20th at the funeral home.

Final arrangements for Laura were entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home. For those desiring, the family would appreciate a memorial be made in Laura LeClerc’s name to M.D. Anderson in lieu of flowers. Online donations may be made to https://www3.mdanderson.org.

Gordon

Ray Melvin Gordon, 74, of Dayton, died Friday, February 19, 2010.

Ray was born on June 20, 1935 in McCollensburg, Pennsylvania to the late Melvin and Nettie (Ketzel) Gordon. Ray could be described as a loving and devoted Dad and Pappy who was a proud American, believing strongly in the red, white and blue. He loved working with wood and made various items over the years, some of which included hat racks, cannons, shelves and bird houses. Ray could also be known as a Willie Nelson fan who liked to ‘raise some hell’ from time to time. He will be missed by those who loved and knew him.

Also preceding Ray in death was his son, John Howard Gordon.

Left behind to cherish his memory are sons, Ray Gordon, Jr. of Dayton, Charlie Gordon and wife, Lynn of Livingston, Buck Gordon and wife, Charlotte of Dayton, and Robert Carbaugh and wife, Linda of Daisetta; 16 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; brothers, Charles, Glenn and George Gordon, all of Hagerstown, Maryland; sisters, Fannie Mae Rouzer and Helen Carpenter, both of Hagerstown, Maryland; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Final arrangements for Ray were entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N Main St. Dayton, Texas 77535.

Williams

Max Williams Sr. 86, of Kountze Texas, died Monday February 22, 2010 at Silsbee Oaks Health Care Center.

A native of Buna Texas Max had lived in Kountze and was a Car Salesman for David Self Ford of Winnie and A U.S. Navy veteran.

He is survived by his Sons; Max Terry Williams and wife Catherine of Kountze, Harold Joseph Williams and wife Glenda of Kountze. Sisters; Geraldine Williams of Lumberton, and Ruth Walton of Livingston. Grandchildren; five and Great grandchildren; one.

Cremation service handled under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. Batson, Texas.

Ferguson

Gordon Wayne Ferguson, 61, of Dayton died Friday, February 19, 2010 in Houston after an extended illness. He was born June 13, 1948 in Baytown, Texas to parents: Earnest and Laura Istre Ferguson. He had lived in Dayton for the past 11 years after moving from Pasadena where he worked for Marie’s Donut Shop. He was a graduate of Lee High School in Baytown.

Gordon was preceded in death by his parents and brother: James Ferguson. He is survived by his sisters: Ida Thornton of Dayton and Rosemary Hiceman of Houston; his brother Harold Thain of Georgia.

No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements for Mr. Ferguson have been entrusted to Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Dayton.

Taylor Vanton Taylor 85, of Daisetta, died Wednesday February 17, 2010 at The Beaumont & Rehabilitation Center in Beaumont.

Born in Village Mills Texas to Albert Taylor and Queen Victoria Tousha Vanton had lived in Daisetta and had worked in the Oilfield industry for 35 years, and was a contract pumper for 17 years. A U.S Army WWII veteran he was a P.O.W. for 3 years and 8 months in three different prison camps in Japan until he was liberated in 1945, he was a lifetime member of Disable American Veterans and member of American Rifle Association.

Vanton is survived by his wife; Dorothy Taylor of Daisetta, Son; Ramey Taylor and wife Peggy of Batson, Jake Taylor and wife Amanda of Daisetta, Daughter; Sissy Bonvillion and husband Steve of Livingston. Step-son; George Butcher and wife Connie of Dayton, Buster Lee of Daisetta. Step-daughters; Lydia Horn and husband Dennis of Batson, Lou Anna Lee of Lafayette La. Brother; Albert Leroy Taylor of Liberty. Grandchildren; fourteen; Great grandchildren; nine and numerous nieces and nephews.

A service of remembrance will be held Saturday February 20, 2010 at 2:00P.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E with interment with military honors to follow at Oak Dale cemetery in Daisetta.

The family will be receiving friends Friday February 19, 2010 from 4:00P.M. until 9:00P.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services.

Delaney

Eugene Delaney, 86, of Rye, died on Wednesday, February 17, 2010.

Eugene Delaney was born on September 28, 1923 in Baldknob, AR to the late Frank and Clara (Biraum) Delaney. He grew up during the great depression and was a talkative individual who loved to regale others with stories. Eugene was also a nice, cheerful, upbeat, generous individual who was good to everyone. If one was in need, all they had to do was ask and Eugene was there to help. Over his lifetime he worked in a lumber mill, was a logger, a mechanic, a wood carver and artist. He carved many life size statues people could buy. Eugene will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Also preceding him in death were his brother, Ralph Gallagher; and sister, Lucille Taylor.
Left behind to cherish his memory are his wife, Frances (Alsup) Delaney of Hoop n’ Holler; sons, Pat Delaney and wife, Karen of Hoop ‘n Holler Paul Delaney and wife, Cheryl of Cedar Park; grandchildren, Keith, Jennifer, Kathryn, Theresa and Patrick Delaney; eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Betty and Geraldine Delaney.

Graveside services were at two o’clock in the afternoon, Friday, February 19, 2010 at Magnolia Park Cemetery with Father Jim McClintock presiding. Services were handled by Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main St., Dayton, Texas 77535.

Peek Opal Peek, 84, of Crosby, Texas did on February 17, 2010.

Opal was born on April 28, 1925 in Crockett, Texas to Evan and Ella Minter. Opal was a God fearing, Bible believing woman who walked the talk. Her family came second after her relationship with Christ. She exercised tough love when rearing her boys, loved to fish, was a good cook and in years past, enjoyed working in the yard. She spent most of her life as a caretaker. In recent years, Opal become fond of angels and began collecting them, now she’s living among them.

Opal was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Collin (Lucky) Minter and Nathan Minter; sister, Joann Bailey; and granddaughter, Stacy Perritt.

Left behind to cherish her memory are sons, Johnny Peek of Moss Hill and Glen Peek and wife, Tammy of Crosby; brother W.E. Minter and wife, Lynda of Normangee; grandson, Jacob Peek of Crosby; granddaughter, Kimberly Garcia of Victoria; great-granddaughter, Ashley Reagan of Yolkum; niece, Shelia Mitchell of Conroe; and numerous great-nieces and nephews.

Her funeral service will be nine thirty Saturday morning, February 20th, 2010 at Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main St., Dayton, Texas 77535, (936) 258-2678 with Pastor A. G. Lestarjette officiating. Burial will follow at Bold Springs Cemetery near Livingston. Visitation with friends and family will be from six to eight in the evening Friday, February 19th at the funeral home.

Pallbearers will be Odis Divin, Tom Eaton, Kenneth Forrest, Dennis Guettler, Seth Hicks and Jesse Miller.

Sackett James “Ray” Sackett, 78, of Kenefick, died Wednesday, February 17, 2010 in Liberty, Texas.

He was born March 20, 1931 in Dayton, Texas to parents: Jake and Thelma Cherry Sackett and was a lifelong resident of this area. Ray was owner and operator of the Sackett Sand Pit serving all of Liberty County for over 30 years.

Services for Mr. Sackett will 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 20, 2010 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Lyndol Kinser officiating. Interment will follow at Greenville Cemetery. Pallbearers are Trent Weeks Alford, Jerry Sackett, Jeffrey Simms, Tony Whitley, Michael Arnold, & Horrace Moore. Honorary Pallbearers are Tyler Logan, Larry Don Thomas, & James “Buddy” Whitley. Visitation will be Friday evening, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home.

Ray was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 34 years: Mildred Sackett, his grandsons: Michael “Bubba” Gooden and Joseph Slater, III. He is survived by his daughters: Cheryl Gooden and husband Mike of Kenefick, Rayna Slater of Pasadena, & Gianna Birchfield of Beaumont, his granddaughters: Debra Ann Powell, Lynette Powell, Shenna Cherry, Dorothy Renee, and MyRanda Gooden; his grandsons: Truman Birchfield and Ricky Birchfield.

Moore Funeral Service for Marion Faye Moore, 81, of Dayton, Texas will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Dayton, with the Reverend Dwight Pruitt, Officiating, with burial in Acie Cemetery, Dayton.

A native of Dayton she was a graduate of Colbert High School Class of 1946, a Registered Nurse, and a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.

She died on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at her residence.

A wake service will be held Friday, February 19, 2010 at the church from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M.

She is survived by one son: Joseph Caesar of Baytown; four daughters: Sharon Francis and Lynn Mornay Doyle, both of Baytown, Patsy Mae Hill of Dickinson and Dorothy Marie Evans of Houston; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Trevathan Stella Trevathan, age 85, of Cleveland, Texas, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2010.

She was born January 10, 1925 in Dolen, Texas to Albert and Bessy Campbell who preceded her in death along with her loving husband of 63 years, J.C. “Bill” Trevathan.

Survivors include her daughter, Gay Jordan and husband, Troy; son, Billy W. Trevathan and wife, Ella; grandchildren, Wayne Trevathan, Derek Trevathan, Reneé Perez and husband, Cecelio, Troy W. Jordan, II and wife, Terri, Dr. April McMahon and husband, Richard; great-grandchildren, Nicole Trevathan, Jakki Trevathan, Troy W. Jordan, III, Colt Jordan, Lauren McMahon, Richard McMahon, II, and Jordan McMahon; sisters, Irene Beasley and Esther Knight; numerous other loving and caring family members and a host of treasured friends throughout the years.

Rev. Dennis Clark and Rev. Gregory Gerald presided over funeral services held Saturday, February 13, 2010, 3:00 p.m. at Pace-Stancil Chapel, Cleveland, Texas. Soloist include K.R. “Chubby” Morris, Troy Wayne Jordon, III, Wayne Thompson, April McMahon, and Dereck Trevathan; interment at Cleveland Memorial Park Cemetery.

Bishop Charles Radford Bishop 72, of Hardin died Wednesday February 10,2010 at Memorial Hermann City Hospital in Houston.

Charles was born March 24, 1937 in Saratoga Texas to Ed J. Bishop and Julia J. Jordan. He had lived in Liberty and Hardin area and was a Oilfield worker for Murphy Swabbing of Saratoga.

Charles is survived by his close friend and companion Pearl Johnson of Hardin, Son; Buddy Bishop and wife Stephanie of Tarkington, Daughters; Kathy King and husband Michael of Cleveland, Margaret Maddox and husband Jerry of Hardin, Julie Lowrie and husband Robert of Hardin. Brother; E.J. Bishop and wife Shirley of Kountze, Niece; Helen Holland of Central La. And other nieces, nephews, and a host of friends who will truly miss him. Grandchildren; Ten, Great Grandchildren; Eight.

A service of remembrance will be held Monday February 15,2010 at 2:00P.M. At Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. Cremation to follow.

A committal service will follow at a later date at Oilfield cemetery in Saratoga.

Arrangements for Mr. Bishop are by Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, TX.

Spiers Reginald Reed Spiers, age 25 died Monday February, 8, 2010 in Houston, Texas.

Reginald was born in Dallas, Texas, August 22, 1984 the son of Reginald Owen Spiers and Peggy Chambers. Reed had a passion for music of all types, and had many close relationships to his family. Reed will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his father, Regi Spiers, maternal grandparents Billie and Allan Chambers, and his paternal grandparents, Vera and Brown Spiers.

He leaves behind his loving mother, Peggy Chambers of Liberty, and his sisters Paige Spiers Gorman and husband Scott of San Antonio, and Salayna Graves Bartel of Springfield, Ill. In addition Reed leaves his beloved dog Maddie, numerous close friends, and other relatives.

A rosary service will be held seven o’clock in the evening Friday, February 12, 2010, at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis, Liberty, Texas. A funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday February 13, 2010 at eleven o’clock in the morning at Immaculate Conception Church, 311 Milam, Liberty, Texas.

Committal services will immediately follow the mass in Liberty Catholic Cemetery.

McGlory Frankie Lee Wade McGlory, 68, of Dayton, died Tuesday, February 9, 2010, at the Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 19, 2010 at the Liberty Church of Christ with burial following at the Acie Cemetery in Dayton. Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, at the church. Services are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.

Frankie was born January 17, 1941 in Santa Fe, NM, to parents; Willie Wade and Teresa Kendrick, was a former resident of Coleman, TX, and has resided in the Dayton area for the past 50 years. She was a graduate of Coleman High School, had attended Prairie View A&M, a retired custodial supervisor for the Dayton I.S.D., and member of the Liberty Church of Christ. She also enjoyed fishing, playing bingo, and church activities.

Mrs. McGlory was preceded in death by her parents, father of her children: Oscar Lee Simmons, Sr., and sister: Mary Payton. She is survived by her husband of 27 years: A. J. McGlory of Dayton, sons: Michael Simmons and wife Vanessa of Dayton and Oscar Lee Simmons, Jr. and wife Evelyn of Galena Park, daughter: Verretta Simmons of Dayton, goddaughter: Evina Wackoff of Liberty, brother: Sammie Wade of CA, sisters: Sersa Sims of HI, Rita Anderson of Brownwood, and Donna Mack of Arlington, sisters-in-law: Rita Cook of Houston and Betty Spencer of Ames, grandchildren: Oscar Lee Simmons, III, Phedra Simmons, Iris Simmons, Davin Simmons, Tarrance Simmons, and Kacie Simmons, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Coker

Charles Alton Coker age 69 died February 8, 2010 in Liberty.

Charlie was born in Daisetta Oct. 26, 1940 the son of the late Lawrence Alton Coker and Colon Renfro Coker. A graduate of Daisetta High School he went on to first work at Hull Telephone Company as a lineman and then onto Arco Oil, as a boilermaker. Charlie was a perfectionist in his craft. He also enjoyed being in nature, hunting, fishing or just being outdoors. Charlie also volunteered for the Daisetta Fire Department.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother James Coker and a sister Betty Coker Tantan. He leaves behind his beloved wife of forty-two years Mary (Gartner) Coker of Daisetta, his children, Charles Michael Coker and wife Teri Ann of Baytown, Pamela Dawn Cannon and husband Gordon of Rydal, GA, William David Gartner and wife Amy of Palestine, Allan Wayne Gartner and wife Lori of Daisetta, and James Curt Gartner and wife Cristal of Hardin, brother Donald Coker of Zapata, sister Dorothy Tantan of Liberty. In addition he leaves nineteen grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held Wednesday from five o’clock till eight o’clock in the evening at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. A funeral service will be held eleven o’clock in the morning Thursday February 11, 2010 with Bro. Lonnie Jordan to officiate, burial to follow in Oakdale Cemetery, Daisetta.

Armstrong Gladys Clayton Armstrong, 71, of Dayton, died Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at home after an extended illness.

She was born June 6, 1938 to parents Glen and Arzella Simons Clayton. She had lived in Dayton for the past 12 years, enjoyed fishing and playing bingo.

Visitation for Mrs. Armstrong will be 10:00 a.m. until service time at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home with interment to follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery.

Mrs. Armstrong was preceded in death by her parents, brother: Tracy Clayton and sister: Betty Cameron. She is survived by her husband of 30 years: Larry Armstrong of Dayton, her daughter: Linda Dooly & husband Robert of Dayton; her sons: Rodney Skuca of Dayton and Ray Armstrong and wife Sherri of Cleveland; step-sons: Johnny Armstrong of Dayton, Wayne Armstrong of Matagorda, Ken Armstrong & wife Kathleen of North Carolina, Martin Armstrong of North Carolina; step-daughter: Pearlie Armstrong of North Carolina and Angie Armstrong of North Carolina; 32 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren.

Fisher

Alvin Lee Fisher, 65, of Baytown, Texas died Friday February 5, 2010. He was born on November 20, 1944 in Chambers County, Texas to the late Everett and Ruby (Stubbs) Fisher.

Alvin’s children remember him taking them to the beach and fishing when they were younger. Paw Paw Fisher’s grandkids remember trips with him to the Keama Boardwalk and other amusement parks. Until the day she died, he was a Momma’s boy. He was a free willed individual who did pretty much what he wanted to do. He loved to talk and tell stories of his days as Tugboat Captain or many of his truck driving escapades. He was a NASCAR fan who followed Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Richard Petty.

Left behind to cherish his memory are daughter, Becky Johnson and husband, Chuck of Huffman; son, William Fisher and wife, Becky of Baytown; grandchildren, Richard DeLuna, Charles Johnson and wife, Tabitha, Robert DeLuna, Sasha Johnson, Amber Johnson, Aaron Waldroup, Ryan Padilla, Danny Young, Alanna Fisher; and 2 great-grandchildren, Charles Anthony Johnson Jr. and Taylor Renee Johnson.

A graveside service will be held at two o’clock in the afternoon on Thursday, February 11th in Amos Barber Cemetery in Mont Belvieu. Visitation with family and friends will be ten o’clock in the morning until noon on Thursday, at Sterling Funeral Home. Final arrangements for Alvin were entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 602 N Main St. Dayton, Texas 77535.

Cleveland Brent Otis Dale Cleveland, age 22, of Cleveland, Texas, died Sunday, February 7, 2010; born in Houston, Texas on December 22, 1987.

He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Harry Thompson. Survivors include his parents, Dennis Cleveland and wife, Jackie, and his mother, Donna Marie Thompson; sister Mandy Woodmansee and husband, Douglas; step-sisters, Courtney Davis, Emily Mare; grandparents, Roger Cleveland and wife, Glenda, Nancy Thompson, Shirley Robinette; great-grandfather, Bud Robinette; aunts, Terri Grasham, Pat Kay, Jodie Malnar and husband, Jason, Melissa Manderano and husband, James, Tanya Sandefur and husband, Gene; numerous cousins and other loving and caring family members and friends.

Memorial services will be held Thursday, February 11, 2010, 11:00 a.m. at the Hardin United Methodist Church, Hardin, Texas with Pastor Gidion Watson presiding.

Cooper

Billye Faye Cooper age 81 died February 8, 2010 at her home with her beloved family by her side.

Billye was born in San Angelo April 24, 1928 the daughter of the late J.T. Johnson and Rowena Russell Johnson. Billye and her late husband George Cooper were co-owners in multiple businesses, such as Cooper Boat Shop, Cooper Enterprise Trucking Company and Coastal Lease Services. In her younger years, Billye enjoyed gardening and her dogs.

Besides her parents and her husband she was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters, Gladys Jones, Oma Lee Richardson, J.T. Johnson Jr., and Hazel Steed.

She leaves behind her step-children, Cheryl Broom, Gayle McDaniel, and Carol Holder all of Daisetta, grandsons, Kameron Holder and wife Memori, and Brandon Broom, nieces, Donna McKinley of Liberty, Betty Collier of Livingston, a grandniece Donna Jean Cantrell as well as other great-nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held Friday, February 12, 2010 from five o’clock till eight o’clock in the evening at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. A funeral service will be held two o’clock in the afternoon Saturday, February 13, 2010, at the funeral home. Cremation services to follow.

Hickman Edith Johnston Hickman (Nannie Hick) was born April 14, 1919 in Montgomery County, Texas to John H. Johnston and Mamie Lee Jones Johnston.

She was the eldest of five children. She married Delmas Howard (Hick) Hickman on November 21, 1936 and has spent most of her life in Liberty.

She was very active in her church, the Home Demonstration Club and was a charter member of the Liberty Rebecca Lodge. She had a heart to help anyone in need. She volunteered many years at the Yettie Kersting Hospital (Liberty Hospital). She went to Lee College when she was in her fifties and earned her GED and received her LVN certificate. With her new found knowledge she worked at the Liberty Hospital and the and the Golden Charm Rest Home for many years. After her husband became ill she opened a registered home for children, this was her calling and she fell in love with every child that she kept. Since she opened her home in the early 1980’s she has helped raise several generations of children and still Nannie Hick to all of them.

Edith is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her eldest daughter, Valda Hickman Vanya, son-in-law Terrell Vanya, grandson James Howard Hampton. Sisters, Opal Murphy, Joyce Johnston, and brothers Malcomb (Mac) Johnston and John H. (Billy) Johnston, Jr. Step-great granddaughter Emily Sears and her baby Olivia.

She is survived by daughter Marie Hickman Talkington and husband Jim of Liberty, granddaughters, Cyndy Vanya Sears and husband Tracy of Liberty, Lee Ann Vanya Melancon and husband Tully of Moss Hill, grandsons Kevin Vanya and wife Leonie of Atlanta, Texas, John Hampton of Liberty, Jeffery Hampton of Kilgore, Kyle Hampton of wife Lisa of Longview. Granddaughter in law, Carolyn Hampton of Vidor and sister-in-law Marie Johnston of Liberty. Great-grandchildren, Mendy Johnson, Meridith Hampton Villegas and husband Gonzala, Sumer Peters, Kloie Melancon, Hannah Vanya, Mitch Vanya, Cole Vanya, Blaine Melacon, Ashlyn Lorio, and Brandon Sumrail. In addition she leaves her great-great grandchildren, Erynne Johnson, Tyler Johnson, Greyson Vanya, Calie Peters, Levie Lorio and TJ Lorio.

A funeral service will be held Wednesday February 10, 2010, two o’clock in the afternoon, at Allison Funeral Service Chapel, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas, burial to follow in Fairlawn Cemetery, Liberty.

Collins

Virgil Ray Collins Jr. 87, of Raywood died Saturday February 6,2010 at his residence.

Born in Raywood, he was a retired Carpenter and Millwright out of The Local Union of Houston. He was also a U.S. WWII Navy veteran and a Pearl Harbor survivor. Virgil was a member of the Nolan Pickett V.F.W. Post # 5621 of Liberty and was past Exhalted Ruler of The Elks Lodge # 2019 also of Liberty.

He is survived by his wife; Lardell Ledger Collins of Raywood, Son; James Robert Collins of Austin, Stepson; Elton Nugent and wife Delores of Winnie. Grandson; Virgil “ Tex “ Collins III of Conroe, Great grandchildren; Two.

A service of remembrance was held Tuesday February 9,2010 at 2:00P.M. At Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. with Reverend Chuck Fountain officiating. Interment followed at Worthy cemetery of Liberty with Military Honors

The family received friends Monday February 8, 2010 beginning at 5:00P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Faith & Family.

Arrangements are under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, TX.

Bratton Laurel Nell “Laura” Bratton, 64 of Dayton died Saturday February 6, 2010 in Houston.

She was born August 15, 1945 in Harlingen, Hidalgo County, Texas to parents: Charlie B. and Marjorie Miller Hendricks. Laura was a member of Eastgate Church. She enjoyed cooking, gardening and loved animals. She especially enjoyed her family.

Services for Mrs. Bratton will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at Pace-Stancil Chapel in Dayton, Reverend Gerald Hilley officiating. Interment will follow at Palms Memorial Park in Dayton. Visitation will be Monday evening, February 8, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00p.m. at Pace-Stancil in Dayton.

Laura was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband: Bruce Bratton of Dayton; Daughter: Debra Campbell and husband Chris of Dayton; Son: Beau Bratton and wife Jeanah ofChannelview; Granddaughter Jessica Howard and husband Ryan of Dayton; Nephew Don LaDuke and wife Peg of South Carolina. Other survivors include twelve grandchildren and one great granddaughter, also numerous other relatives and friends.

Fregia Esther Mae Fregia age 83, died February 2, 2010 in Houston.

Esther was born in Goose Greek, Texas February 17, 1927 the daughter of the late Elmer Bass and Gertie Jones Bass. Esther loved animals raising just about every animal there is. Esther loved to dance and was an avid people watcher. She will be remembered for her fun loving and witty personality. When she was younger she loved to hunt, fish, and horseback riding. Esther has been part owner of multiple grocery stores and bars.

She was preceded in death by her first husband Franklin Parker, second husband George Fregia, brother Alan Lee Bass, sister Doris Walker, and a great-granddaughter Hailey Litt.

She leaves behind her son John F. Parker of Wallisville, daughter Linda Robbins of Madisonville, and a son Jimmy Parker of Madisonville, in addition she leaves numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Esther will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 12-2PM Friday, February 5, 2010 at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas.

A funeral service will be held 2PM Friday at the funeral home with burial to follow in Hardin Chapel Cemetery.

Lockwood Wesley Dean Lockwood 53, of Sour Lake died Monday January 25, 2010 in Sour Lake.

A native of Edinburg TX, he had lived in Sour Lake and was a Heavy Equipment Mechanic for Beaumont Tractors.

He was survived by his wife; Jamie Lockwood of Sour Lake, Mother; Evelyn Bowen of Sour Lake, and Step - Father; Herman Howell of China. Sons: Wesley Lockwood of Kirbyville, Anthony Lockwood. Daughter: Jessica Lockwood of Beaumont, Brother; David Howell of Beaumont, Sister; Elaine Landry of Sour Lake. Grandchildren: six.

A service of remembrance was held Monday February 1, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. at Freedom Tabernacle Church in Kountze with Reverend Dalton Smith and Reverend James Cutee officiating.

Cremation handled under the direction of Faith and Family Funeral Services in Batson.

Cameron

Patrick Anthony Cameron, 45, of Dayton, Texas died Wednesday, January 20, 2010.

He was born March 20, 1964 to Donald Patrick and Florence Sue Cameron in Baytown, Texas. Patrick enjoyed fishing, camping, sing, and barbequing. He never met a stranger.

Patrick was preceded in death by his father and nephew, Dwayne Edward Cameron.

He is survived by his mother, Florence Cameron; brothers, Kelly Cameron and Marvin Cameron and wife Rhonda; special friends, Lilly Gore and Dale Rusty Stubblefield; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Cremation services have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 602 N Main St Dayton, Texas 77535.

Davis

Graveside Service for Gianna Rachelle Davis, infant daughter of Stephanie Davis of Liberty and Terrance Brown of San Marcus will be held on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. at Wells Memorial Cemetery.

She is also survived by grandparents: Eric and Jeanette Davis of Liberty, Darryl and Tori Brown of Liberty, great grandparents: Harvey & Faye Williams of Liberty, Laura Polk of Liberty, Sarah Davis of Baytown and Willie and Louise Hebert of Highlands; Uncles Marcus Scott and Dust Brown; Aunt Amber Scott and a host of other relatives and friends.

Colvin

Ricky Joe Colvin, 54, of Liberty, Texas died Sunday, January 31, 2010.

He was born on August 2, 1955 to James Lewis Colvin and June Reynolds in Vivian, Louisiana. Ricky was a hard working tug boat pilot and later crane operator. He enjoyed hunting and loved to fish. He loved spending time with family and will be deeply missed.

Ricky was preceded in death by his father and brother, Roger David Colvin.

He is survived by his daughter, Niki Colvin of San Jose, CA; sons, Troy Colvin of San Jose, CA, Michael Colvin of San Jose, CA, and Cody Patrick of Dayton; mother, June Reynolds of Lufkin; brothers, Robert Derrell Colvin of Hitchcock and James Harvey Colvin of Trinity; sister, Patricia Ann Lee of Livingston; and numerous nieces, nephews, and close friends. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to UTMB Liver Transplant Clinic at phone number 409.772.2618.

Cremation services for Ricky have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N Travis St Liberty, Texas 77575.

Crawford Darroll Franklin Crawford Jr. age 67 died Sunday January 31, 2010 at his home in Liberty with his beloved family by his side.

Darroll was born January 31, 1943 in Brenham, Texas the son of the late Darroll Franklin Crawford, Sr. and Frances Davis Crawford. Darroll was a graduate of Brenham High School and went on to receive his bachelors from the University of Texas in Industrial Management. He worked for many years in construction and real estate. He first made his way to Senior Vice President for U.S. Homes before beginning his own company building custom homes. When not working Darroll loved to fish, go to the family beach house, or spend some time with his family. He married in Liberty, May 20, 1967 to his beloved wife of forty-three years Donna Hightower Crawford of Liberty.

He is also survived by his children, Catherine Crawford Houthoofd and husband Jamee of Beach City, Lynne Crawford Ogden and husband Carl of Houston, and Donald Franklin Crawford and wife Laura of Woodlands, brothers Fred Crawford of Brenham and Wayne Crawford of Wimberly. In addition Darroll leaves behind his four grandchildren, Erin and Sara Houthoofd and Tyler and Alex Ogden.

A funeral service will be held Wednesday February 3, 2010 at two o’clock in the afternoon at First United Methodist Church, Liberty, visitation will be held one hour prior to service. Burial for Darroll will follow in Liberty Catholic Cemetery. The family requests in lieu of flowers donations are made to the American Heart Association.

Chapman Violet J. “Shoena” Guidry Chapman, 67, of Dayton, died Saturday, January 30, 2010, at the Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 6, 2010, at the Mount Olive Baptist Church in Dayton with burial following at the Wells Cemetery in Liberty. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the church. Services are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.

Violet was born August 30, 1942 in Rosedale, to parents; Joseph Wildon and Estreen Fontenot Guidry, a former resident of Louisiana, and has resided in Dayton for the past 45 years. She was a homemaker, member of the Mount Olive Baptist Church, participant in many youth and prayer groups, and enjoyed cooking, canning, gardening, collecting, and church activities.

Mrs. Chapman was preceded in death by her parents, husband: Earlist “BaBa” Chapman, Jr., and brothers: Anthony and William Guidry. She is survived by her sons: Steve Chapman and wife JoAnn of Baytown and Jimmy R. “Bobby” Chapman of Ville Platte, LA, daughter: Katherine Courtney and husband William, Jr. of Opelousas, LA, sisters: Rose Mary Cherry, Rosa Lee LeBlanc, Esther Guidry, and Georgia Hilts, grandchildren: Teala Chapman, Jerimey Chapman, Calindra Chapman, Carol Davon, Joseph Chapman, Felton Thomas, Jr., Michael Jackson, Tasha M. Green, Alonzo R. Green, Kevin J. Green, and Patrick J. Green, godson: Gilbert Daniels, and numerous great-grandchildren and great great-grandchidlren, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Cottrell

Jacquie Lynn (Kitchell) Cottrell, 76, of Liberty, Texas died Friday, January 29, 2010. She was born on February 19, 1933 in DeQuincy, Louisiana to Claude Lynnwood and Marjorie (Baggett) Kitchell. Jacquie was an outspoken woman that said what was on her mind and had wonderful zest for life. She enjoyed painting, gardening, especially geraniums and ferns. She loved spending time with her family.

Jacquie was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Thomas Lee Durham III; brother, Lynn Kitchell; grandson, Thomas Lee Durham V; daughter-in-law, Reba Durham; and her little Pomeranian, Candy. She is survived by her seven children, Nina Jennings and husband James Smith of Liberty, Thomas “Bo” Lee Durham IV of Liberty, Marjorie Lynn Hebert of Orange, Sharon Elise Mathis and husband Brian of Channelview, Robert Marce Durham and wife Tina of Riverside, Vaughn Ellis Durham of Liberty, and William Earl Durham of Liberty; sisters, Mary Jane Spraberry and husband Lonnie of Houston and Nancy Jo Stiefel of Seabrook; eleven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and close friends.

Final arrangements for Jacquie have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N Travis Liberty, Texas 77575.

Stinnett After 79 years, 50 occupations, 36 houses and five children, E.B. Stinnett has finally gone to a well earned rest.

Proud to call himself a jack-of-all-trades, Barnell was in his time a builder, carpenter, real estate agent, fish farmer, roughneck, hardware store owner, house painter, refinery worker, ranch foreman, owner of a oil well tube testing company, rice farmer, and vacuum cleaner salesman, among many other things. He believed that hard work made a man, andif that is true, then he was much of a man.

Emmett Barnell Stinnet is survived by his wife, Sammy, five children – Judy Webb and husband Roy, Stephen Stinnett and wife Sheri, Kay Stinnett and husband Mark, Dana Stinnett, and Casey Stinnett – Seven Grandchildren, and seven Great – Grandchildren. He is survived as well by a reputation for honesty and integrity that will keep him in good memory for as long as those who knew him continue to walk this earth.

A graveside service to honor him will be held Saturday January 30, 2010 at 2:00P.M at the Guedry cemetery in Batson.

Arrangements are under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, Tx.

Whittington Milton Scott Whittington, 47, of Liberty died Tuesday, January 26, 2010 in Houston.

He was born May 17, 1962 in Dayton, Texas, was a lifelong resident of this area attending and graduated from Liberty High School. Scott was a member of the First United Methodist Church, loved his family, enjoyed grilling outside, being a loyal Astros fan and traveling. He was known for his knowledge of electronics and was always helping others.

Services for Scott will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January30, 2010 at the First United Methodist Church in Dayton with Rev. Jon Stouffer officiating. The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Friday evening at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home.

He is survived by his loving parents: Bowen H. and Nell Norcross Whittington of Liberty; his brother: Michael Whittington of Dayton; his sister: Wendy Whittington of Alexandria, Virginia; niece: Amy Brook Whittington of Liberty; nephew: Shane Whittington of Dayton; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.

Coplin Bobby Coplin, 43, of Mont Belvieu, TX, died suddenly at work on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010.

He was a great husband and father who took great pride in his family, especially his girls. He was a hard-working and generous friend to many. Bobby was a dedicated employee of Ethyl Corp. for over 15 years. He served his country in the U.S. Army for over five years. Bobby was very proud of his accomplishment in becoming a Master Mason with Cedar Bayou Masonic Lodge #321.

He was preceded in death by his brother Franklin Tousha Jr.

He is survived by his wife of over 15 years, Marsheá; daughters, Shay Marie and Shelby Aléce Coplin; parents, Harry and Mary Coplin; sister, Susan English; mother and father-in-law, Bill and Jean Burgess; sister-in-law Tara and husband Joe Worthy, sister-in-law, Carrie and husband Johnny West; sister-in-law, Winky and husband Darrell Burge. Many nieces and nephews, as well as close family friend, Molly Johnson.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., on Friday, Jan. 29, 2010, at Earthman Funeral Home, 3919 Garth Rd., Baytown, TX 77521.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2010, at Cedar Bayou United Methodist Church, 2714 Ferry Rd., Baytown, TX, with Rev. Carol Turner officiating. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery.

If you would like to help the family, for their future needs, in lieu of flowers, you can make a check out to Marsheá Coplin, referencing account number 40355 and mail it to: Community Resource Credit Union, P.O. Box 3181; Baytown, TX 77522. If you would prefer to make a one-time direct deposit, contact Cheryl, 832-483-7027.

Sanders

Lora Nell (Lott) Sanders, 75, died Monday January 25, 2010.

Lora was born in Coy City, Texas November 27, 1934 the daughter of the late Joseph Milton Lott and Callie Elizabeth Ryan Lott. She was a master bridge player. Enjoyed cooking and collecting her over 300 cookbooks, she collected and sold antiques, and in High School went to a state tournament for typing. Lora worked for many years for FLNB as a receptionist, a bookkeeper for Dayton Pipe Service / Busby Construction and at the Credit Bureau for Steve Davis.

She leaves behind her husband of fifty-five years WC Sanders of Liberty, daughters, Karen Jacobs and husband John of Houston, Melissa Ramsey and husband David of Crosby, brother Bill Lott of Perkins, Oklahoma, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Fred and Mitzi Wilkinson of Tyler, Texas. Her beloved grandchildren Gillian Rose Carr, Cody Weston Burns, Callie Rae Campell, Stacie Babin, and Lisa Ramsey. Her great-grandchildren, Ella Carr, Ava Carr, Dub Burns, Maximus Burns, Dylan Ramsey, Hailey Ramsey, Wyatt Mills, and Gavin Jacobs. In addition she leaves a host of friends and other relatives.

Visitation will be held Wednesday January 27, 2010 from 5-7pm at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis, Liberty, Texas. A funeral Service will be held 11AM Thursday January 28, 2010, at First United Methodist Church of Liberty. Burial will be private.

Beene

Melvin Leon Beene, Sr., 79, of Crosby died Thursday, January 21, 2010 in Baytown after an extended illness. He was born November 20, 1930 in Wrightsboro, Texas to Barney John and Ozella Estell Clutter Beene. He had lived in Corpus Christi before moving to Crosby where he enjoyed fishing, playing dominos and being with his friends. He had worked for Dorsett Brothers in Pasadena as a truck driver.

A Memorial Service for Mr. Beene will be 12 noon, Thursday, January 28, 2010 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel in Dayton.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his siblings: Roy Beene, Coy Beene, Millard Beene, Denver Beene, Sylvester Beene, Butch Beene, Alive Beene, Barbara Be3ene, Dorothy Welch, & Merle Babington. He is survived by his son: Melvin Beene, Jr. & wife Vickie of Crosby; his grandchildren: Lauryn Beene of Crosby and Shae Beene of Crosby; his brothers: Cletus Ray Beene and wife Sherry of Dayton and Earl Beene and wife Judy of Benton, Arkansas; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Fowler Mary E. Parker Fowler 71, of Kountze died Sunday January 24, 2010 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.

A native of Moss Hill she had lived in Kountze 42, years and was a homemaker.

She is survived by her husband; Billy Fowler Sr. of Kountze, Sons; Billy Fowler Jr. of Livingston, James E. Fowler of Beaumont, Richard E. Fowler of Syracuse N.Y., Oscar W. Fowler of Kountze. Daughter; Patricia Schoonover and husband Donnie of Norman OK. Sisters; Alma Polley and Myrtie McCright both of Livingston. Grandchildren; Seventeen, Great- grandchildren; Twelve.

A service of remembrance will be held Wednesday January 27, 2010 at 1:00P.M. At Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. with interment following at Old Hardin cemetery in Kountze.

The family will be receiving friends Tuesday January 26, 2010 from 2:00P.M. Until 9:00P.M. at Faith & Family.

Arrangements are under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, TX.

Scott Ethel Deloris Scott age 68 died Saturday morning January 23, 2010 in Houston.

Ethel was born in Cleveland, Texas October 9, 1941 the daughter of the late Willie Blandon DeHart and Etta Rains DeHart. Ethel loved to spend time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, watching WWE and Wheel of Fortune. She enjoyed playing yahtzee and doing her crossword puzzles. Ethel worked for many years at Houston I.S.D. in the custodial services.

She was preceded in death by her parents, as well as her brothers Cotton Bennett, Elmer Bennett, and JD Bennett, Sister Fanny Gills, and her children Patricia Edwina Strokos, Robert Frank Strokos, Robert Strokos JR., and Joe Fisher. She leaves her husband of eight years James V. Scott of Liberty, Sons Willie D. Fisher of Orange, Frank B. Strokos and wife Carol of Orange, daughters Etta Fontenot and husband Brent Fregia of Dayton, Yvette Best and husband Paul of Liberty, and Robbie Best and her husband Jeff of Laporte, sister Barbara Cooper of Houston, brothers, Butch DeHart of Saxton, Missouri, and Willie DeHart of Willis, Texas. In addition she leaves nineteen grandchildren and thirty-three great grandchildren. Ethel will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be held Monday, January 25, 2010 from five in the afternoon till eight in the evening at Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main Dayton, Texas 77535, A funeral service will be celebrated at ten o’clock in the morning, Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at the funeral home with Rev. Joe Brown to officiate. Burial to follow in Phelps Cemetery, Thicket.

Hunt Frank Samuel Hunt age 68, lifelong resident of Liberty, died Thursday, January 21, 2010.

Sam was born in Dayton, Texas, on September 7, 1941. He was the son of the late Noah R. “Buddy” Hunt and Willie Mae Morse Jannise. Sam worked in the oilfield in his younger years and was a self-employed paint contractor who owned Hunt’s Painting and Construction for twenty-five years. He was the “undisputed” best painter in Liberty. He was well known as a contractor you could trust. Sam was a past member of Shiloh Christian Ministries and a present member of Cornerstone Church of Liberty. Sam loved to hunt, fish, and attend his grandchildren’s sporting events. He was an outspoken, great story teller, who never met a stranger.

He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his step-father Theobert Jannise, sons, Eric Hunt, Rocky Vaughn, and Frank R. Hunt, and a sister, Wilda Herndon.

He leaves his beloved wife of forty-one years Tommie Jean Hunt of Liberty, daughters Tonya Hunt Stelly of Hardin, Rhonda Porter and husband Curtis of Hardin, Laura Massingale of Katy, Dianne Sparks and husband Derek of Hardin, as well as a son John Massingale of Deer Park. In addition, he leaves his fourteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

A visitation will be held Monday, January 25, 2010 from five o’clock in the afternoon until eight in the evening at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis, Liberty, Texas 77575. A funeral Service will be held at eleven o’clock in the morning on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at Cornerstone Church, 1693 Hwy. 146 Bypass, Liberty, Texas, with burial to follow in Cooke Memorial Cemetery.

Warren

Funeral Service for Sidney Warren, 88, of Liberty, Texas will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. at Lily of the Valley Baptist Church in Liberty, with the Reverend Curley Hampton, Pastor, Officiating, with burial in Wells Memorial Cemetery, Liberty, under the direction on Wells Funeral Service, Liberty, Texas.

A native of Liberty, Sidney attended public school at Liberty Training and worked for Liberty County Pct. # 1. He was a member of Lily of the Valley Baptist Church.

He died, Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at Kindred Hospital-Houston.

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

He is survived by one son: Christopher Warren of Liberty and one brother: Peter Warren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Goodman

Andrew Jaymz Goodman, age 12, of Cleveland, Texas, died Wednesday, January 20, 2010. He was born in Pasadena, Texas on August 30, 1997.

Andrew leaves his memories behind to his mother and father, Jeanie and Joshua David Slaughter; grandmother, Jackie Freeman; grandparents, Stan and Cindy Slaughter; grandparents, Brenda and Chris Sanca; great-grandmother, Florene Slaughter; sisters, Rebecca Ann Slaughter, Morgan Nikole Slaughter; and many other loving and caring family members.

Visitation will be held Saturday, January 23, 2010 1:00-9:00 p.m. at Pace-Stancil Chapel, 303 E. Crockett, Cleveland, Texas. Funeral services will be held Sunday, January 24, 2010, 2:00 p.m. at Pace-Stancil Chapel; Pastor Jerry Matthews presiding.

Arnold

Robert Earl Arnold 54, of Liberty died Sunday January 17,2010 at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston.

Robert was born in Liberty Texas, January 2, 1955 to Robert George Arnold and LaVerne Kachel Arnold. He had lived in Liberty most of his life. He was preceded in death by his father George Arnold, he is survived by his mother; Laverne Bondor of Liberty, Brother; Lloyd Arnold and wife Pam of Liberty, Sisters; Marsha Rhoden of Liberty, Charlotte May of Batson. Nieces; LeeAnn Rhoden and Megan Post both of Bremerton Washington, Amber Arnold of Leesville Louisiana, Jamie May, Jessica May and Sarah May all of Batson. Nephew; Lloyd Arnold II of West Monroe Louisiana, Great Nephew; Adrian Arnold of Leesville Louisiana, and a host of family and friends.

The family recieved friends Thursday January 21, 2010 from 5:00P.M. Until 8:00P.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. A Graveside service will be held Friday January 22, 2010 at 2:00P.M. at The Moss Hill Cemetery of Moss Hill with Reverend Dale May officiating.

Service under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, TX.

"Buzz" Abshier

John Vickers Abshier, Jr. (Buzz), of Thicket, Texas, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2010. He was born May 8, 1940 at Hotel Dieu in Beaumont, Texas to John Vickers Abshier and Mary Annette Cain Abshier. Buzz grew up in Amelia, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Catherine Cain Abshier; his brother, Michael Hugh Abshier; and his nephew, Jim Edwin James. Buzz is survived by his wife of 45 years, Loy Annette James Abshier; his older sister, Ann Abshier; brothers-in-law, Jerome Blackstone and Larry James; many adoring nieces and nephews; as well as several "unofficially adopted" children and an impressive number of wonderful friends.

Buzz graduated from South Park High School, Beaumont, Texas in 1958. He then graduated from Lamar Tech, also in Beaumont, in 1964 with a degree in Management. Buzz was employed by International Trucks of Houston where he worked as a salesman for the next 21 years. After his retirement from International, Buzz established and became president and CEO of Abshier Construction Company, Inc., in Houston. He served in that capacity until the time of his death.

Buzz was very active in his community, with accomplishments including 1963 Pi Guy of the Year, Assistant Boy Scout leader at Boy's Haven in Beaumont, Texas, Coach of the Boozers girls' softball team, and crew chief for a NASCAR Winston Cup racing team. He was a 32nd Degree Mason, Director of the Houston Farm and Ranch Club, Vice Chairman of the Future Artists of America Program and founder of Nacho Momma's Cantina. At the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, he was a member of the Board of Directors, Corral Club Committee, School Art and School Art Auction committees. He was a judge of the HLS&R Barbecue Cook Off, founder of the Twenty Club, founder of the Oh Oh Award, founder of the Corral Club Cherubs buying team and a member of FUJIGIM. He was the long-time president of High Bidders, a buyers group at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. He was honored to be a member of Tejas Vaqueros.

Buzz's accomplishments during his life were large and numerous but in no way compared to the amount of love and affection he generated everywhere he went. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten. We look forward to someday sharing his adventures with him again.

A memorial service and celebration of Buzz's life will be held at eleven o'clock in the morning Monday, January 25th at Sugar Creek Baptist Church, 13333 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, TX. Bring your stories of life with Buzz to his memorial service. They will be shared with all those who gathered to celebrate Buzz's life. They will be read by another if you find you cannot do so. Graveside services will be held following the memorial service at approximately three o'clock in the afternoon in Liberty City Cemetery in Liberty, Texas. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Educational fund, attn: Candice Sigust, P.O. Box 20070, Houston, Texas 77225. Final arrangements for Buzz have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service 1101 N Travis St Liberty, Texas 77575.

Butler

Jennie Lynn Butler, age 66, of Livingston, Texas, died Wednesday, January 20, 2010. She was born in Taylor, Texas on February 9, 1943 to George Leonard and Johnnie Mae Bice.

She leaves behind her loving husband, Gary J. Butler; bother parents; daughter Ginger Lynn Butler; sons, Brian Keith Butler, Larry Jay Butler; sisters, Carole Merka, Kay Cottle, Florene DeJarnet; grandchildren, Chase Butler, Megan Partain, Michael Ray Partain, Larry Jay Butler Jr., Sarah Butler; numerous nieces, nephews and other cherished family members and treasured friends beyond measure.

Visitation will be held Friday, January 22, 2010, 5:00-9:00 p.m. at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, 103 E. Crockett, Cleveland, TX 77327. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 23, 2010 at Central Baptist Church, 503 N. East Ave., Livingston, TX 77351 with interment at Morgan Cemetery, Cleveland, TX.

Munoz

Amalia Sanchez Munoz, 89, of Dayton, Texas died Wednesday January 20, 2010.

She was born on August 5, 1920 in Rio Grande, Texas to Zaragosa and Guadalupe (Sosa) Sanchez. Amalia’s family came first in her life and she would want to be remembered for loving her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her family can attest to the fact that her tamales and enchiladas could rival anyone’s. She loved animals, especially cats and dogs. Some of her favorite places to visit were Rio Grande, Escobares and Corpus Christi where her brother lives. Back when her husband was alive, Amalia enjoyed going dancing with him. She was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church.

Amalia is preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Domingo Mu?oz; and two infant sons.

Left behind to cherish her memory are children, Artemio Mu?oz, Guadalupe Long, Maria Gregg, Hector Mu?oz, Filimon Mu?oz, Elda Trevizo, Fernando Mu?oz, Oralia Salinas, Lucila Trevizo and Sara Trevizo; 32 grandchildren; and 41 great-grandchildren; brother, Ruben Sanchez; and numerous friends.

A graveside service was held at ten o’clock in the morning on Thursday January 21st in Palms Memorial Park. Rosary was recited at six o’clock in the evening on Wednesday, January 20th at the funeral home with visitation following until nine o’clock.

Final arrangements for Amalia were entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 602 N Main St. Dayton, Texas 77535.

Young Funeral Service for Rickey Earl Young, 53, of Dayton, Texas will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2010, at 12:00 noon. at Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Dayton, Texas, with Reverend Dwight Pruitt, officiating, with burial in Acie Cemetery, Dayton.

A native of Dayton, and a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, he attended Colbert School and Dayton High School where he was exceptional in all sports.

Visitation will be held Saturday morning from 9:00 A. M. until 11:45 at the church.

He is survived by his wife Diane Bradford of Old River, three daughters: Keita Cadoree, Toni King, and Niki White, four sisters: Linda Young, Charlotte Butler, Consuela Jenkins and Shelitria Thompson; four brothers Larry D. Young, Richard L. Young, Christopher J Young, and Travis Young: two granddaughters: Riquee Cadoree and Kalee King and a host of other relatives and friends.

Butler

Jennie Lynn Butler, age 66, of Livingston, Texas, died Wednesday, January 20, 2009.

She was born in Taylor, Texas on February 9, 1943 to George Leonard and Johnnie Mae Bice.

She leaves behind her loving husband, Gary J. Butler; bother parents; daughter Ginger Lynn Butler; sons, Brian Keith Butler, Larry Jay Butler; sisters, Carole Merka, Kay Cottle, Florene DeJarnet; grandchildren, Chase Butler, Megan Partain, Michael Ray Partain, Larry Jay Butler Jr., Sarah Butler; numerous nieces, nephews and other cherished family members and treasured friends beyond measure.

Visitation will be held Friday, January 22, 2010, 5:00-9:00 p.m. at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, 103 E. Crockett, Cleveland, TX 77327. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 23, 2010 at Central Baptist Church, 503 N. East Ave., Livingston, TX 77351 with interment at Morgan Cemetery, Cleveland, TX.

Singletary

Jay Dean “J D” Singletary 67, of Livingston formerly of Saratoga died Monday January 18, 2010 at Memorial Medical Center in Lufkin.

A native of Beaumont, he had lived in Winnie many years and moved to Livingston where he had lived for 22 years and was a retired Oilfield worker for Greywolf Drilling Company of Houston.

He is survived by his wife; Shirley Lee Singletary of Livingston, Mother; Irene Singletary of Saratoga, Son; Kevin Dean Singletary of Livingston. Daughters; Diane LeNormand and husband David of Rio Frio TX, Sandra Cornwall and husband Steve of Humble, Rhonda Wright and husband Scott of Brighton TN. Brother; Neal Singletary and wife Lisa of Spring Branch. Grandchildren; eight, Great grandchildren; thirteen, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

A service of remembrance will be held Thursday January 21,2010 at 2:00p.m. at Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Highway 105 E. with Reverend Frank Aragon officiating, interment will follow at Guedry cemetery in Batson.

The family will be receiving friends Wednesday January 20,2010 from 2:00P.M. until 9:00P.M. at Faith & Family.

Arrangements are under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, Tx.