He was born on November 4th 1930 to Omer Franklin and Dorothy (Finley) Campbell in Nacogdoches, Texas. Omer enjoyed hunting and fishing, and above all spending time with friends and family. He was a loyal follower of God and a long-time devoted member and caretaker of North Main Baptist Church. He never met a stranger and shared the Word of God with anyone who would listen. Omer is preceded in death by the love of his life, Margaret “Tootsie” Campbell; parents, Omer F. and Dorothy Campbell; daughter, Cathy Campbell; and sister, Dorothy Ann Campbell. He is survived by his son, Omer Howard Campbell, Jr. and wife Christie of Baytown; daughter, Bobbie Hargraves and husband Dale of Liberty; brothers, Nolan Campbell of Newport News, VA and Alton Campbell of Alexandria, LA; grandchildren, Julie Harrison and husband David, Mark Campbell and wife Ashley, Lyndi Furlow and husband D.J., Tammi VanLandingham and husband Andrew, and Shelbie Campbell; great-grandchildren, Kyle and Kolton Harrison, MaKenna, Laythe and Brooklynn Furlow, and Caden Alexander Campbell; many other family members, close friends, and his new best buddy Skippi Lou. A visitation for family and friends will be from five until nine o’clock in the evening, Friday November 6th at North Main Baptist Church in Liberty. A service of remembrance will be held at one o’clock in the afternoon Saturday November 7th at North Main Baptist Church with interment to follow at Cooke Memorial Cemetery. Final arrangements for Omer have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service 1101 N Travis Liberty, Texas 77575. Gooden Michael Lee Gooden, 32, of Dayton, died Wednesday, November 4, 2009, at his residence. Smith Rowanda McCullough Smith, 70, of Bossier City, LA died Wednesday, November 4th 2009. She was born September 16, 1939 to Thomas and Charlcie McCullough in Centralia, IL. Funeral services for Mrs. Rowanda McCullough Smith were held Sunday at 2:00pm at Sterling Funeral Home in Anahuac, TX with visitation from noon – 2:00 p.m. Interment followed in Anahuac Cemetery in Anahuac, TX. Local arrangements for Rowanda have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 1201 S Main St Anahuac, Texas 77514.
Memorial services are pending for a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. Dorothy was born August 19, 1930 in Fairplay, to parents; Albert J. and Annie M. Baker Gorman, a former resident of Deer Park, and has resided in the Dayton area for the past 27 years. She was a homemaker and enjoyed sewing, gardening, fishing, hunting, camping, and shopping. Mrs. Pearce was preceded in death by her parents, father of her children: Clifford O. Grant, sisters: Hazel Belew, Bessie Jones, and Mollie Hardin, and brother: Jesse Gorman. She is survived by her husband of 34 years: Harold Pearce, daughters: Linda Skaggs and husband Larry of Dayton, Gail Love and husband Dan of Marshall, Windy Savering of Lindale, Cindy Guettler and husband Dennis of Dayton, and Donna Fuller of Longview, 11 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
A native of Opelousas, Louisiana, a Mass will also be held at Holy Ghost Catholic Church on Monday, with burial in St. Landry Cemetery, Opelousas, Louisiana under the direction of Ford & Joseph Funeral Service. She was a generous, prayerful and very devoted member of Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church. She died November 1, 2009 at San Jacinto Methodist Hospital, Baytown, Texas after an illness. Visitation will be held 8:00 A.M. until time of service at the church. She is survived by her husband: Henry D. Winters, Sr.: two step-daughters: Diane Donatto, of Ames and Jeanette Comeaux, of San Diego, California; two step-sons: Phillip C. Winters, of Ames and Henry D. Winters, Jr. of Dayton, Texas; one God-child: Denise Robinson of Opelousas, Louisiana and a host of other relatives and friends.
He was born in Batson to Grady and Ethel Barnhart. He was a retired teacher who had earned his doctorate in education. He has left behind his sister Pauline Slankard of Batson, a nephew, Buddy Slankard and wife Brenda of Moss Hill, great nephews Kevin Slankard and wife Leigh Ann of Liberty, Keith Slankard and wife Lacey of Baytown, great-great nieces Kaylen Slankard of Baytown and Kaleigh Williamson of Liberty, great-great nephews Michael Slankard of Liberty and Kaden Slankard of Baytown. A graveside service was held Friday November 6, 2009 at 11:00 AM at Guedry Cemetery in Batson with Reverend Bill Campbell officiating. Arrangements for Mr. Barnhart are by Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, Tx.
She was born August 17, 1947 to E.J. and Virginia Rawlinson of Hardin, Texas. Linda grew up in Hardin, where she graduated from Hardin High School in 1965. Linda was a 20 year employee of the Hardin School District, and a member of the Mount Calvary Baptist Church. She had an unwavering devotion to her family’s well-being and happiness, and a tremendous compassion for others who needed help. Left to cherish her memory is her mother Virginia Rawlinson of Hardin, husband of 41 years Bobby Bardwell of Hardin, son John Bardwell of Hardin, son Steve and wife Catherine Bardwell of Sealy, her grandchildren Bo, Lexie, and Jake. She is preceded in death by her father E.J. Rawlinson, and brothers Larry and Ronald Rawlinson. A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Thursday November 4, 2009 at Faith & Family Funeral Services in Batson, followed by interment at the Moss Hill Cemetery Arrangements for Linda Bardwell are by Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, TX.
He was born in Mount Enterprise, Texas, January 25, 1925 the son of the late William and Artie Bell (Birdwell) Mayfield. Gene was born on a farm and left for the U.S. Navy at sixteen, a veteran of WWII; he served aboard the U.S.S. Osborne. He married March 1, 1946 to his adoring wife Mirion Ruth Dunnivan Mayfield. Gene worked for many years at various chemical companies as an operator until he retired to Moss Hill. Gene was a life member of the C.A. Fortner Masonic Lodge, where he served as past Worshipable Master. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Jake, Kelsey, John, Harold, and Searcy Mayfield, as well as a son Darrell Mayfield. He leaves his loving wife, Mirion Ruth Mayfield of Mont Belvieu, daughter Glenda Mosley and her husband Charles and their children, Regina and Charlene all of Mont Belvieu, son Larry Mayfied and his wife Faye of Little Rock, Miss. and their children, Jason, Charity and Hope, a brothers Rex Mayfield of Longview, TX, Ken Mayfield of Bryan, TX, Bob Mayfield of Dallas, TX, and a sister Wanda Opersteny of Bryan, TX. In addition he leaves two great grandchildren, Carter and Chad Goodman, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held 11AM Thursday Oct. 5, 2009 at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis, Liberty, Texas. Burial to follow in Liberty Catholic Cemetery.
Emily was born on September 28, 1984, to parents, TracyWayne Sears and Rebecca Fussell Sears. Visitation will be Thursday, November 5, 2009 from 5p-8p at Allison Funeral Service in Liberty, Texas. Funeral services will be Friday, November 6, 2009, at 2PM at Allison Funeral Service with Reverend Warren Wargo officiating. Burial will follow in Palms Memorial Park Cemetery in Dayton, Texas. Emily graduated from West Brook High School in Beaumont. She wasn’t afraid to try anything. She loved to fish, enjoyed photography and anything crafty. She like to crochet and knit. Emily was preceded in death by her daughter, Olivia Catherine Elizabeth Whitten. Arrangements are under the direction of Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas Whitten Olivia Catherine Elizabeth Whitten went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 20th 2009. She is survived by her parents, Emily Sears and Clay Whitten of Beaumont; grandparents, Tracy Sears and wife Cyndy of Liberty, Becky Gibaszewski and husband Mark of California, and Beth Whitten of Florida; great-grandparents, Wayne and Catherine Sears of Beaumont and Judy of Beaumont; and numerous more relatives. A graveside service was held at three o’clock in the afternoon, Tuesday October 27th in Palms Memorial Park. Arrangements for Olivia have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service 1101 N Travis St Liberty Texas 77575. Kent Gerald Randy Kent age 49 died Monday Nov. 2, 2009 at Houston VA Hospital. Randy was born in Liberty, Texas May 3, 1960 the son of Ray H. Ferguson and Lillie Ruth Barnhart Ferguson. Randy enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as spending time with his family. He attended Liberty Schools and later joined the U.S. Army serving for four years. After the his service, he worked in the Oilfields and later worked construction as a Heavy Equipment Operator. He leaves behind his wife Melinda Kent of Liberty, his parents Ray and Ruth Ferguson of Liberty, son Gerald Randy Kent II of Dayton, daughters Brandi Crocker and Savannah Holman and her husband Albert all of Dayton, brother Joe Lynn Kent and his wife Linda of Liberty, sisters Elaine Touchet and her husband Billy of Lake Jackson, Tx and Kelli Baucum and her husband Daniel of Abilene, Texas. In addition he leaves his seven grandchildren, Drake, Cameron, Alannah, Kenzie, Landen, Ashia, and Deven. Visitation will be held Tuesday Oct. 3, 2009 from 5-8PM at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty. A graveside service will be held Wednesday Oct. 4, 2009 at 2:30PM in Houston National VA Cemetery. Smith Bossier City - Funeral services for Mr. Bennett Taylor Smith, Jr. will be held Monday at 2:00pm at Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main St. Anahuac, Tx with visitation from noon – 2:00 p.m with Chaplain Skip Noble officiating. Visitation will also be held Sunday evening from 4-7pm at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Anahuac Cemetery in Anahuac, TX. The family will receive friends at Louisiana Funeral and Cremation Care on Friday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m with service at 5:30pm. Mr. Smith is preceded in death by his children, Jacqueline Louise Smith, Boice Carson Smith, and Thomas Carswell Smith; parents, Bennett Taylor Smith, Sr. and Willie Morene Hulan, and sister, Carrie Maxine Baker. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife of 54 years, Rowanda Lee McCullough Smith; son, Bennett Taylor Smith, III; grandchildren, Amy Leeannn Smith Ryan, Michelle Suzanne Smith Karstan, and Jeffery Dale Moulder; great-grandchildren, Travis Ryan Smith, Catheryn Karstan, Alissa Moulder, and Isabell Moulder; sister, Melva Linville, Ann Rothkamm, Jimmie Lea Storey; brother, Albert Wade Smith; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He will also be truly missed by his “Children”, Mr. Ragsdale (Rags) and Sassy. Pallbearers will be John Terry Parish, Thomas Randall Parish, Kenneth Cogburn, Kenneth Michael Rothkamm, Steven Edward Rothkamm, Judd Calvin Storey. Honorary pallbearers are LtCol. Christian Wendler, Dallas A. Burgess, Donald Spencer, and Jimmy Watts. The family offers special thanks to LSU Medical Center and VA Medical Center for their wonderful care. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to LSU Medical Center or Overton Brooks VA Medical Center.
A native of Nome, Texas she was a 1948 graduate of Liberty Training High School. She was Liberty Training’s first Drum Major. A devoted wife and mother she was a member of St. Miles Missionary Baptist Church, serving in the choir and missionary society. She died, Saturday, October 24, 2009 at her residence. Visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. until time of service at the church. She is survived by her two sons: Robert Jackson, of Nome and David Jackson, of Ames; two daughters: Shirley Terrell-Jordan of Omaha, Nebraska and Helen Siner of Liberty, Texas; ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Zone Funeral Service for James Zone, 81, of Liberty, Texas, will be held on Monday, November 2, 2009 at 11:00 A. M., at Trinity Valley Missionary Baptist Church, with the Reverend Gregory Bellard, officiating, Rev. Marvin Etheridge, pastor, with burial in Wells Memorial Cemetery, Liberty, Texas. A native of Cheneyville, Louisiana, he was a construction worker. He attended public school in Louisiana. He died, Monday, October 25, 2009 at Memorial Hermann Southwest in Houston. Visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. until time of service at the church. He is survived by six sons: James Zone Jr. of Dallas, Bruce Zone, Kelvin Zone and Alvin Zone, all of Houston, Rev. Gregory Bellard and Jeffrey Bellard both of Raywood, Texas; four daughters: Bernetha Gail Williams, Vivian Zone, Doris Parker, all of Houston, TX and Pamela Zone of Bunkie, Louisiana; one brother; Henry Zone, Jr. of California; twenty-five grandchildren, twenty-nine great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; and a host of other relatives and friends Pate Thelma Laird Pate, 81, of Oak Island, Texas died Monday, October 26th 2009. She was born on August 22nd 1928 to James Stephen and Bernice Wheeler Laird in Sour Lake, Texas. Thelma was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband of over 58 years, James Vernon Pate; brothers, James Nelson, Elmer Laird, Michael Laird, William Laird, and Johnny Laird; sister, Patsy; and son-in-law, Albert E. Jackson. She is survived by her sons, James V. Pate Jr. of Baytown and James Richard Pate and wife Linda of Anahuac; daughters, Shirley Ann Russell of Baytown and Betty J. Jackson and husband Tommy of Oak Island; sisters, Eva Parrott of Baytown and Mary Loller of Silsbee; brother, Herman Laird of Evadale; 5 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and close friends. A visitation for family and friends will be from 5:00 until 8:00 PM Wednesday October 28th at Sterling Funeral Home in Anahuac. A service of remembrance will be held at 10:30 AM Thursday October 29th at Sterling Funeral Home with a graveside service at 1:00 PM in Palms Memorial Park in Dayton. Final arrangements for Thelma have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 1201 S Main St Anahuac, Texas 77514. Lockhart Sammie L. Mosley Lockhart, 90, of Dayton, died Sunday, October 25, 2009, at her daughter’s residence in Houston, MO.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, October 26, 2009, at the Resthaven Memorial Park in Midland, under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Sunday evening at the Ellis Funeral Home in Midland. Local arrangements are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. William was born November 17, 1919 in Pottertown, KY, to parents; Rudy C. and Joanna Hargis Russell, a former resident of Midland, and has resided in the Liberty area for the past two years. He was a veteran of the US Army with service during WW II, a retired welder for the Pipefitter’s Local #629, member of the Central Baptist Church, a former ordained deacon for the Travis Baptist Church of Midland, and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and small engine repair. Mr. Russell was preceded in death by his parents, son: William “Billy Ted” Russell, Jr., and three brothers. He is survived by his wife of 67 years: Margie Sledge Russell of Liberty, brothers: Joe Russell and wife Barbara of Jonesboro, AR and Tilman Russell of Swifton, AR, sisters: LaRue Wilson of Highland Village and Eva Metts of Decatur, AL, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Havenar Richard Timothy Havenar, 48 of Liberty died on October 21, 2009 in Spring, TX. Services will be held at the Allison Funeral Service on Saturday, October 24 at 2:30 P.M. Burial will follow the service at the Norris Cemetery on Hwy. 563 in Liberty. Richard was born in Lake Charles, LA to parents, Harold Havenar and Loraine Rial Havenar. Richard was a Gulf War veteran serving in the U.S. Army as a Scout with the First 72nd ACR. He last worked for Kirby Inland Marine and was a member of the American Legion Post. Richard is survived by his parents, three daughters; Candace Taylor and husband, Ed, Hannah Havenar, and Madeline Havenar, one son; Jared Havenar and wife Michelle; three brothers; Sam Havenar, John Havenar and wife, Denise and Robert Havnar and wife Rhonda and two sisters; Kimberly Gowdey and husband Raymond and Vickie Havenar. He is also survived by grandchildren, Dylon Taylor, Kyler Reed, Shelby Reed, Dalton Taylor, and Cameron Havenar as well as many nephews and nieces. The family has requested donations in Richard’s memory to First Baptist Church of Anahuac’s P.I.N. Fund, P. O. Box 456, Anahuac, TX 77514. Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 Gibson Sharon Anne Locke Gibson age 62, died Friday October 23, 2009 with her loving family by her side in Wimberley, Texas. Sharon was born December 31, 1947 the daughter of the late Delton Harris Locke and Kathryn Virginia Locke of Liberty. She enjoyed traveling, spending time with her friends and family, as well as primitive rug hooking. She was preceded in death by her husband Carl Henry Gibson and her father Delton. Sharon leaves behind her daughter Jennifer Hargraves and her husband Richard, brothers Mark Locke and Lee Locke, as well as five nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Monday October 26, 2009 from 5 to 9 P.M. at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. Funeral services will be held Tuesday October 27, 2009 at 10 A.M. at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Liberty. Burial will follow the service at Cooke Memorial Cemetery. Carr Bobbie Elizabeth Carr 83, of Hull TX died Thursday October 23,2009 at Jefferson Nursing and Rehabilitation center in Beaumont. A native of DeRidder Louisiana she lived in Hull many years and was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by husband; Levi L. Carr, Daughter, Cheryl Pickett, Brothers, Lindy Carroll, Henry Carroll, Paul Carroll. Sisters, Ruth Chafin and Ima George. She is survived by her Son; Levi Carr of Hull, Bonita Poole of Daisetta. Sisters; Aviline Smith and Iline Bonura. Grandchildren, lance Carr and wife Brenda, Lori Wright and husband Gary, Lana Pickett and husband Jeffery, Eric Poole, Anya Barger and husband Jason. Great grandchildren, Chelsey Carr, Bailie Carr, Jacob Carr, Caiden Pickett, Madalyne Pickett, Weston Barger and Brandon Wright. Graveside service will be Friday October 23, 2009 at 10:00A.M. At Oakdale cemetery in Daisetta with Reverend Rocky Guerrero officiating. Final arrangements by Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, Tx. Cline Floyd Edward “Red” Cline, Sr. 78, of Dayton, Texas died Wednesday, October 21st 2009. He was born on March 5th 1931 to Ernest and Madie Cline in Hankamer, Texas. Floyd enjoyed fishing and hunting. He retired from Exxon as a field superintendant after 35 years. During his time with Exxon he invented the Skimmer Barge and he also was a member of Exxon’s Disaster Relief Team. Floyd was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Cynthia Ann Cline, Yvonne Broussard, and Lena King; and brothers, Bubba Cline and Robert Cline. He is survived by his sons, Floyd Cline Jr. and wife Beverly of Hankamer and Steve Cline and wife Bonnie of Hankamer; granddaughters, Casey Williams and Shanna Manders and husband Michael; great-grandson, Garrett Nelson; and numerous nieces, nephews and close friends. A visitation for family and friends will be from six until eight o’clock in the evening Friday, October 23rd at Sterling Funeral Home in Anahuac. A service of remembrance will be held at ten o’clock in the morning Saturday, October 22nd at Sterling Funeral Home in Anahuac with interment to follow in Abshier Cemetery. Final arrangements for Floyd have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 1201 S Main St Anahuac, Texas 77514.
A native of Liberty, he was a graduate of Liberty High School and a veteran of the United States Marines. He was a member of Trinity Valley Missionary Baptist Church. He died on Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at his residence. Visitation will be held Saturday for 11:00 A.M. until time of service at the church. He is survived by his wife Dorothy Edwards Haley, Liberty; two sons: Joshua Haley of Liberty and Joseph Alridge of Palastine; four brothers; Charles Haley of Dayton, Michael S. Haley and Bobby J. Haley, both of Ames, and Terry Haley of Liberty; four sisters: Ruthie Minix and Opal Jordan, both of Ames, and Jewel R. Haley and Tina Semien, both of Raywood and a host of other relatives and friends.
A native of Anahuac, Texas she was a retired school teacher and a member of the First Missionary Baptist Church. She died Wednesday, October 14, 2009, at Kingwood Hospital, Houston, Texas. Visitation will be held Friday 9 A.M. until time of service at the church. She is survived by one son: LE Mark Johnson of Anahuac and a host of other relatives and friends. Bean Virginia Palmer McConnell Bean, age 88 passed away Tuesday October 20, 2009 in Bryan, Texas. Virginia was born in Electra, Texas September 16, 1921 to the late Wardie Walter Palmer and Selma Marie Taylor Palmer. Virginia was a member of DAR Libertad Chapter, DRT Franklin Hardin Chapter, Order of Eastern Star, Burkburnett Texas Chapter, Beta Sigma Phi, and Liberty Art League. She was a member of the North Main Baptist Church and was a member of Faithful Worker Sunday School Class. She was predeceased by her first husband Richard Kriner McConnell who died during World War II, she remarried December 1, 1946 to her husband of 42 years Frank Morris (Bud) Bean who passed away April 30, 1989. Besides her parents, and her husbands, Virginia was preceded in death by a daughter Wardie Miller and a great-grandchild Gabriel Messenger. She leaves behind her two daughters, Donna Kay Maxwell and her husband David of Devers, Texas, and Beckie Stover and her husband Stan of College Station, Texas. Her grandchildren, Melissa Hofer and her husband John of Roanoke, Tx, Melanie Hoover and her husband Mark of Arlington, Tx, Melinda Chase and her husband Kurt of Keller, TX, Molly Brunson and her husband John of Baytown, TX, Michael Maxwell of Galveston, TX, Robin Griffin and her husband Sven of Cedar Park, TX, Randy Stover and his wife Courtney of San Antonio, TX, Rick Stover and his wife Lindsey of San Antonio, TX. Her great-grandchildren, Josh Hofer, Matthew Hofer, Julie Arguello, Colton Chase, Zachary Chase, Ty Chase, Blake Brunson, Lilly Stover, and Bradley Ireland. In addition she leaves great-great-grandchild Landon Hofer. Visitation will be held Sunday, October, 24, 2009 from 5-8 P.M. at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. A graveside service will be held 10A.M. at Cooke Memorial Cemetery Monday, October 25, 2009.
He was born March 7, 1925 in Beaumont, Texas to parents Dewey and Ollie Ulmer LaCour. He was a long time resident of Dayton where he graduated from Dayton High School in 1943. He received his teaching degree from Sam Houston State, served during WWII in the Navy, taught school in Devers, worked for Dow Chemical as a chemist in Freeport for over 27 years and had a watermelon farm in Alto. Since his retirement he had enjoyed traveling and fishing and was the former caretaker of Magnolia Park Cemetery. Mr. LaCour was a member of the First Baptist Church. Services for Mr. LaCour will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 23, 2009 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery. 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 is survived by daughters: Jean Marshal of Houston and Jan Johnson of Houston; cousins: Linda Swearingen and husband Jerry of Liberty and Lorna Lacy of Liberty; a special family friend: Raye Taylor of Liberty; numerous grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
A native of Liberty, James lived in Hull and was a self-employed welder. He is survived by his mother, Janell Storey Raimer of Hull, son, Landon Storey of Hardin, daughters Misty Storey of Batson and Shelby Storey of Hardin, his Uncle Jim & Aunt Leta Storey of Hull, Grandmother Seawillow Storey of Hull, Cousins James “Jimbo” Storey and Chare’ Storey Drake of Hull. The Family will be receiving friends Tuesday, October 20, 2009 from 5:00PM until 9:00PM at New Life Assembly Of God Church in Batson. A service of remembrance will be held Wednesday October 21, 2009 at 10:00AM at New Life Assembly Of God Church with Reverend Bill Campbell and Harvey Drake Sr officiating. interment to follow at Guedry Cemetery of Batson. Arrangements are under the direction of Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, Tx.
A native of Pasadena she was a homemaker. She is survived by her parents; Noel and Marie Johnson of Pasadena, Fiancee’; Mark Spence of Houston. Daughter; Kimberly Michelle Hill and husband Brian of Coldsprings, brothers; William Russell Johnson and wife Sharon of Pasadena, Kevin DeWayne Johnson and wife Patty of LaPorte. Grandchildren; Bryan Jr, Patrick, Donny, Madison, and Tracy Lynn. Graveside service will be held Saturday October 17,2009 at 2:00P.M.at Moss Hill cemetery in Moss Hill with Reverend Allen Owens officiating. Arrangements under the direction of Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, Tx.
He was born June 23, 1932 in Longview, TX to Katy Camella Ray and William Warren ”Bill” Duty. Harley was married to Evelyn Joyce Hobbs with whom he shared 55 wonderful years. He proudly served his country in the 1st Armored Division of the United States Army ranked as CPL. He worked for Exxon for 35 years. After retiring from Exxon he worked 8 years as a Field Superintendent for Osborne Oil and Gas. He served a Pastor of the Evening Light Tabernacle for 17 years where he enjoyed helping and fellowshipping with church friends. He enjoyed studying his Bible and gardening in his spare time. As a proud father he enjoyed family gatherings. Harley is survived by his wife and five children. Wanda Joyce Duty Kelley of Silsbee, Harley Jr of Hardin, Coy Dale of Batson, Mark David of Liberty and Samuel Aaron of Mont Belvieu. He has 13 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren with two on the way. He is also survived by two brothers; Harvey Duty of Liberty TX, and Donald Duty, of Sugarland TX. He is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers; James “Chuffy” William “Billy” and Kenneth Ray, and one sister Patsy Ruth Duty Suttle. The family will receive friends Saturday October 17,2009 from 5:00P.M. Until 9:00P.M. At Faith & Family Funeral Services. Funeral service will be Sunday October 18,2009 at 2:00P.M. At Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. Batson with interment to follow at Guedry cemetery in Batson. Services are under direction of Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, Tx. Golden Velma Jean Golden, age 83, of Crystal Beach, Texas died Sunday, October 11, 2009 at The Arboretum in Winnie, Texas. Mrs. Golden was born August 10, 1926 in Galveston, Texas. She is survived by one son James Golden of Anahuac, Texas. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main St. Anahuac, Texas.
Danny was born February 2, 1942 in DuQuoin, Illinois the son of the late Joseph O’Neil Tomlinson and Mary Alice Jordan Tomlinson. Danny loved to watch golf, cook brisket, spend time with his family, or play scrabble with his wife. Danny also enjoyed playing video games, gardening and used to be an avid hunter and fisherman. He last worked as a construction painter having once worked on the George R. Brown Convention Center as well as Capital Building in Austin. Danny traveled throughout all the lower forty-eight even spending some time in Cuba as well as Peru. He leaves behind his beloved wife Carol Tomlinson of Hardin, his daughter, Tere Campbell and her husband Connan of Hide-a-way Lake, TX, son Chris Tomlinson and his wife Sherie of Houston, brother Tommy Tomlinson and his wife Frances of Bakersfield, CA. His two sister-in-laws Shirley Severns and her husband Tom of Paducah, KY and Pat Yeomans and her husband Skip of Jackson, Mi., his two granddaughters Staci and Natalee Campbell. In addition he leaves his friend and companion Boji, his Jack Russell. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5-8pm at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. Funeral services will be at 2pm Friday at Hardin Baptist Church, Hardin with burial to follow in Hardin Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests that all donations be made to the Hardin ISD or to the Hardin Library for books.
He was a 5th generation Texan who was born in Luling, TX on May 22, 1932. He grew up in Luling, but lived most of his adult life in Liberty. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Clyde is survived by his daughter Debbie Conrad and her husband, Dan, of The Woodlands, TX, his daughter Mitze Eason and her husband, Harvey, of Cedaredge, CO, his son Wes Robbins and his wife, Pam, of Liberty, TX and his daughter Memorie Meche and her husband, Randy, of Liberty, TX. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. His grandchildren are Kimberly Jones and her husband, Dorsey of Newark, AR, Tyler Robbins and his wife, Ashley, of Liberty, TX, Katie Eason-Roletto and her husband, Aaron of Grand Junction, CO, Travis Eason of Cedaredge, CO, Becca Conrad of The Woodlands, TX, and Ryan, Ross and Allison Meche of Liberty, TX. His great-grandchildren are Garrett and John Thomas Jones of Newark, AR and Brayton Roletto of Grand Junction, CO. Clyde started his career with Magnolia Pipeline in 1953 in Luling, TX and retired in 1994 from ExxonMobil in Beaumont, TX after 40 years of employment. Clyde enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. In recent years, Clyde enjoyed solving the world’s problems with his “coffee crew” at McDonald’s. The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 15th from 5-8 pm. at North Main Baptist Church in Liberty, TX. Graveside services will be held on Friday, October 16th at 10 am at the Cooke Memorial Cemetery in Liberty, TX with Pastor Dick Lintelman officiating. Honoring the family as pallbearers will be Tyler Robbins, Travis Eason, Ryan Meche, Ross Meche, Garrett Jones, John Thomas Jones, and Brayton Roletto. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Allison Funeral Service in Liberty, TX.
He was born July 16, 1990 in Houston, Texas to parents, Jose and Mary Cortez Martinez. He had lived the past ten years in Dayton, graduating from Dayton High School in 2008. Miguel was currently working for the Apache Construction Company. He enjoyed playing basketball and drawing. Services for Miguel will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 17, 2009 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jaime Valdez officiating. Interment will follow at Palms Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., Friday evening at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home. Miguel is survived by his parents: Jose & Mary Cortez Martinez; his daughter: Jaslynn Nevaeh Martinez of Highlands; sister: Monica Rodriguez of Dayton; brothers: Jose Rodriguez of Dayton and Jesus Martinez of Dayton; grandparents: Augustine Martinez, Brigido Cortez, and Lola Cisnero; great-grandparents: Ted Cisnero and Josefa Cisnero; his girlfriend: Jessica Hernandez of Highlands; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
He was born June 17, 1952 in Paris, Arkansas to parents, Charles William and Mary Sue Cowan Derrington. He has lived in this area for the past 35 years after moving from Grapeland. Chuck retired from Brown & Root and enjoys hunting and fishing.
A native of Opelousas, Louisiana, she was a housewife. A member of Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church, she died Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at her residence after an illness. Visitation was held on Tuesday at 8:30 A.M. until time of service at the church. She is survived by one son: Raymond James Charles of Liberty; two brothers: Leroy Rubit of Liberty and Daniel Rubit of Houston; four sisters: Hazel Broussard of Houston, Bertha Broussard of Cleveland, Mable Stevenson of Dallas, Texas, and Odelia Jackson of Washington; one granddaughter: Tonya Julius; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Born in Denver Colorado she was a pre-k student at West Hardin School. Hailey is survived by her Mother; Charnea Kitsmiller and stepfather; James Bailey of Batson, Father; David Hacker. Brothers; Damion Kitsmiller of Batson and Tommy Bailey of Batson. Grandparents; Martha Kitsmiller of Batson, Robert Kitsmiller of Denver CO., Tommy and Bambi Bailey of Orange TX. Jimmy and Michelle Fisher of Silsbee. The family will be receiving friend Sunday October 11, 2009 from 2:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M at Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. Batson, TX. Cremation to follow under direction of Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, TX. Chadwick Delores Ann (Hopkins) Chadwick, 71, of Dayton died Wednesday October 7, 2009 with family by her side at M.D. Anderson in Houston, TX. She was born November 3, 1937 to James Ben and Lillian Hopkins. Delores is survived by her loving husband of nearly 54 years, Philip Chadwick; daughters, Charlotte Hiers and husband Jackie, Lori Hayes, Rosa Ward and husband Tommy and Ruby Tollett and husband Luke; son, Dale Chadwick and wife Patty; sisters, Mary Lois Rosenblad, Deanna Longino (her twin) and Wanda Anglin; brothers, Buddy “James” Hopkins and Douglas Hopkins; grandchildren, John and Derick Hiers, Aaron Chadwick, Tyra Burleson, Tabitha Jackson, Kenny and Brady Brown and Joe Carmel; great- grandchildren, Jacob, Shawn, Kailee, Derick Jr, Colten, Connor, Camryn, Braden, Makinah, Jacoby, Stephanie and Austin; and numerous more relatives and friends. A visitation for family and friends will be from one until three o’clock in the afternoon Monday, October 12th at Sterling Funeral Home. A service of remembrance will be held at three o’clock in the afternoon Monday, October 12th at Sterling Funeral Home with interment to follow in Hardin Chapel Cemetery Funeral services have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Homes, 602 N. Main Dayton, TX 77535.
A Galveston native Boomer had lived in Hardin many years and was an Oilfield worker for Byars Oilfield Services. He is survived by his wife; Adrean Messer of Hardin, his parents; James Sr. and Rosemarie Messer of Hardin. Sons; Joseph Messer of Hardin, daughter Ava Messer of Hardin, Brothers; James “J.T.” Messer of Hardin and Edward J.R. Messer of Hardin. Grandparents; Lillith Messer of Batson, Mary Lou Messer of Saratoga. The family will be receiving friends Friday October 9,2009 from 5:00P.M. Until 9:00P.M. At New Life Assembly of God church in Batson. Cremation to follow.
Johnnie was born April 29, 1937 to Ofield and Aledia Ozan. He grew up in the farming Community of Ames, Texas. As a young man he worked as a cook at the original Layls Diner for many years. Johnnie worked for ARCO in the oilfields of Hull Daisetta for over twenty years. He served as municipal court judge for his city of Ames for many years. He was acting president of the Ames Water Corp, where he has been an active member for the past thirty years. Johnnie was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed numerous hunting and fishing trips with a host of friends and family throughout the years. He will be greatly remembered for his love of cooking and feeding friends and family. Johnnie also loved gardening and taking care of his livestock he so dearly loved. He is preceded in death by his parents, a sister Bertina Perry and special friends Sonny Loftin, Ram Durgoposol, and Rick Humber. He leaves behind his beloved wife Catherine Ozan, son Steve Ozan and his wife Jackie, a daughter Charlotte Ozan, son Earl Levine, brothers, Fabian Trahan, Oneal Ozan, Woodrow Ozan and his wife Yolanda, Michael Ozan, Frederick Ozan and his wife Jean, a sister Lucille Ozan as well as his grandchildren Elizabeth Ozan, Mariah Ozan, Kristen Ozan, Twinkie and Trouble. Visitation will be held Saturday from 8am-11am at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Ames. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11AM with burial to follow in Ames Catholic Cemetery. Roy Funeral Service will be held for Albert Joseph Roy, Sr, 74, of Baytown, Texas on Saturday, October 10, 2009, at 11:00 A.M. at Lily of the Valley Church of God in Christ, Anahuac, Texas, with Reverend L. A. Walters, officiating, with burial in Rivon Cemetery, Anahuac. A native of Rayne, Louisiana, he was a Harris County deputy sheriff and a veteran of the United States Army. He died on September 29, 2009 at San Jacinto Methodist Hospital after an illness. Visitation will be held Saturday from 9:00 A.M. until time of service at the church. He is survived by six sons: Michael Roy and Albert J. Roy, Jr., both of Baytown, Allen Roy of Hankamer, Albert J. Roy, III, and Winston Roy both of Houston, and O. C, Roy of Huntsville; two daughters: Mable Roy and Lisa Braithwaite, both of Houston; one brother: Winston Roy of Anahuac and a host of other relatives and friends.
A native of Rayne, Louisiana, she was a graduate of Woodson High School, Raywood, Texas and a member of Galilee Baptist Church. She died October 4, 2009 at Memorial Hermann Baptist Hospital-Beaumont after an illness. Visitation will be held Saturday from 9:00 A.M. until time of service at the church. She is survived by her husband, Phillip Coleman, Sr.; five sons: Frank Mouton of Cleveland, Phillip Coleman, Jr., of Tomball, Calvin Coleman, Terry Coleman, and Nicholas Minix of Winnie; two daughters: Alberta Thibodeaux and Helen Coleman, both of Winnie, Texas, six sisters: Ophelia Mouton of Sour Lake, Eva Mae Guillory, Lisa Mouton, Lulu Williams all of Ames, Brenda Mouton of Devers, and Nina Lewis of Hankamer; five brothers: Clyde Mouton of Houston, Cliff Mouton of Winnie, James Allen Mouton of Beaumont, Franklin Mouton and Sammy Mouton both of Devers, and a host of other relatives and friends.
He was born August 12, 1937 in Houston, Texas to parents Bob and Chloe Worthy Cox and graduated from Jeff Davis High School. A resident of Kenefick for 27 years after moving from Northshore, retired from I.L.A. where he worked as a longshoreman at the Port of Houston for 42 years and was a member of the Masonic Lodge #1299. He enjoyed raising cattle, farming and most of all loved his family and grandchildren.
He was born in Liberty, Texas December 19, 1958 the son of J.D. Humber and Elaine West Humber. A graduate of Liberty High School, he worked for the past nineteen years as a foreman for Liberty County. Ricky was also a member of the Elks Lodge #2019 in Liberty. Ricky enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, gardening and farming. He leaves behind his beloved wife Leah Humber of Liberty, a daughter Miranda Hulvey and her husband David of Liberty. His mother Elaine Humber of Liberty, brothers Paul Humber and his wife Candy, Randy Humber and his wife Karen, as well as a sister Rhonda Humber. In addition he leaves his grandchildren, Kelsey and Colton Alford, and his nieces and nephews Haley and Madison Regian, Will and D Humber. Visitation will be held from 5-8pm Monday, at Allison Funeral Services 1101 N. Travis, Liberty, Texas. Funeral services to be held 10 AM Tuesday at the funeral home with burial to follow in Worthy Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Ricky’s name to a charity of your choice.
Roland was born May 23, 1925 to Albert T. and Julia Samantha Gresham of Wallisville, TX. Roland was a lifelong resident of Anahuac. He retired from Mundy Ind. After 24 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, working in his yard, gardening, and his dog. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Charlotte Ann Gresham. He is survived by a brother, Forrest Land of Tarkington Prairie, TX; sister Ada Harrell of Wallisville, TX; daughter Cindy Holder and husband Ken of Hutto, TX; son Roland T. Gresham Jr. and wife Kitty of Alexandria, LA; son, Ronnie Gresham and wife Pam of Anahuac, TX; son Terry Gresham and wife Sherri of Cove, TX; 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 2 great great-grandchildren and friends. Visitation will be held Monday afternoon from 5-8pm at the Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main Anahuac, Texas. Services are to be held 2pm Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at the funeral home with Rev. Richard Hensley with burial following at Anahuac Cemetery. Earls Ricky Lynn Earls, age 56, died Saturday Oct 3, 2009 at Memorial Herman Hospital in Houston. He was born in Hico, Texas December 27, 1952 the son of Willie Frank Earls and Margaret Marie Gregory Earls. Ricky loved his family and will be remembered as a wheeler and dealer who loved to trade and sell. He had a passion for antique cars as well as motorcycles. Ricky had an infectious personality who was always willing to share in a joke. He leaves behind his daughter Valerie Smith and her husband Billy Jack Smith Jr, his mother Margaret Marie Earls, a sister Brenda Ann Haley and her husband Sid, nieces Ashley Fore, Alicia Faerber, Mirinda Haley, and Danielle Frederick. His beloved grandchildren, Taylor Smith, Billy Jack Smith III, Dylan Smith, Kaitlin Smith, and Tylor Smith. In addition he leaves his great nephews and nieces, Cole Faerber, Noah Candelier, Ethan Fore, Colin Bellard, Wesley Frederick, and Jillian Frederick. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5-8pm at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday 10am at the funeral home with Rev. Tony Hines to officiate, burial to follow in Cooke Memorial Cemetery. Reddick Cecelia Moore Reddick, 54, of Huffman, Texas died on her 21st wedding anniversary Thursday, October 1, 2009. She was born April 9, 1955 to Dannie L. Gossett and John James Moore in Liberty, Texas. Cecelia enjoyed gardening and yard work. She had a green thumb for all types of flowers and vegetables. She also liked to woodwork and was becoming an avid quilter. She enjoyed spending time and taking care of her animals. Above all, she loved her family. Cecelia was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Raymond Reddick; and father, John James Moore. She is survived by her mother, Dannie L. Gossett and stepfather James of Huffman; son, Charles Thomas Baulch, Jr. and wife Jessica of New Braunfels; daughter, Shea Lynn Baulch of Huffman; step-son, Charles Raymond Reddick, Jr. and wife Nina of Ferris; step-daughter, Chris Shipp and husband Kevin of Tyler and Celeste McGee and husband Tony of Tyler; grandson, Matthew Robert Baulch; 6 step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; sisters, Harlana Knight of Pasadena and Sabrina Moore of Leander; niece, Saybra Moore; nephews, Bruce Knight, Jeremy Young, and Garrett Harrup; and numerous more relatives and friends. Services for Cecelia will be held privately. Final arrangements are under the direction of Sterling Funeral Home 602 N Main St Dayton, Texas 77535. Surovik-Hutchins Carol Sue Surovik-Hutchins, 73, of Liberty, Texas died Wednesday, September 30th 2009. She was born on January 1st 1936 to Lawrence and Treva Nash in Mishawaka, Indiana. Carol enjoyed vegetable gardening, crocheting, and crafts. She loved spending time and camping with her family. Carol was an ICU nurse for many years. Carol was preceded in death by her parents; former husbands, Johnnie Surovik and William Stephen Kotlarich; son, Jerry DeWayne Surovik; sister, Patricia Kovar; and brother, Jack Nash. She is survived by her husband, Charles Hutchins; daughter, Linda Robbins and husband Rick of Dayton; son, Johnnie Surovik Jr. and wife Kim of Kerrville; brother, Bob Nash of California; sisters, Barbara Gould and husband Roy of La Marque, Nancy Waggoner of Richmond, and Phyllis Gray and husband Jerry of Bullard; sister-in-law, Virginia Nash of La Marque; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and numerous more relatives and friends. A visitation for family and friends will be from five until eight o’clock in the evening Sunday, October 4th at Sterling Funeral Home. A service of remembrance will be held at eleven o’clock in the morning Monday, October 5th at Trinity Baptist Church in Dayton. Final arrangements for Carol have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 602 N Main St Dayton, Texas 77535. Bryant Earl Frances Bryant II 39, of Cleveland, died Tuesday September 29, 2009 in Cleveland. Earl is survived by his Parents: Earl Sr and Lupita Bryant of Cleveland, Wife: Jami Nelson Bryant of Cleveland, Son: Collin Bryant of Cleveland, Daughter: Makenzi Bryant of Cleveland, Brother: James Bryant and wife Tara of Dayton, Sisters: Mary Sahr and husband Kevin of Porter, Tessy Hall and husband Lonny of Cleveland. Father & Mother in-law Reverend John and Kathy Nelson of Mt. Belvieu. Grandmother; Rosenda Herrera of Mt Belvieu. Sister-in-law Teri Coots and husband Andy of Dayton. Numerous nieces’ nephews, friends. A service of remembrance will be held Saturday October 3,2009 at 2:00 P.M. At Christian Life Center of Cleveland with Reverend John Bernardini, Reverend Ron Baker and Franklin Howard officiating, interment to follow at Guedry cemetery in Batson. The family will be receiving friends Friday October 2,2009 from 5:00P.M. Until 9:00P.M. At Christian Life Center Church. Arrangements for Mr. Bryant by Faith and Family Funeral Services of Batson, Tx.
He was preceded in death by his Grandparents; Bob and J.D. Carouthers, Henderson and Mildred Gandy. Rob is survived by his parents Barney and Joan Gandy of Batson, Sister’ Melanie Slankard and husband Brandon of Batson. Nieces; Jaycie and Kayla Slankard, and fiancé Denita Hayes of Saratoga. Numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and friends. A Pipefitter by trade and a native of Batson he lived in Saratoga for the last 12 years. Rob enjoyed Hog hunting, playing the guitar, cooking, and watching the Dallas Cowboys, L.S.U. Tigers and the San Antonio Spurs. A service of remembrance will be held Saturday October 3,2009 at 10:00A.M. at First Baptist Church of Batson with Reverend Tolbert Hudspeth and Kevin Inman officiating. Rites of Masonic graveside service will follow at Guedry cemetery in Batson. The family will be receiving friends Friday October 2,2009 from 5:00P.M. Until 9:00P.M. Also at First Baptist Church of Batson. Arrangements for Mr. Gandy by Faith and Family Funeral Services of Batson, Tx. Kornegay Trudie C. Kornegay, a long time resident of Dayton, Texas, died on Sept. 29, 2009, after a short illness at her oldest child’s residence in Shiner. Survivors: three siblings; four children; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Kornegay was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, George A. Kornegay and one grandchild. Graveside services and burial were held at Big Sandy Cemetery, Dallard, Texas at 2 p.m. on Wed., Sept. 30. Instead of flowers, donate to your favorite charity. Chance Jeanette Robbins Chance, 72, of Liberty, Texas died Tuesday, September 29th 2009. She was born on August 14th 1937 to J.W. and Mary Lou (Flournoy) Robbins in Liberty, Texas. Jeanette was an excellent pianist. She could be listening to something one minute and the next she would be playing it. Jeanette was preceded in death by her parents and twin-sister, Annette Robbins. She is survived by her son, Kelly Scott and wife Melissa of Cypress; grandchildren, Joshua Parsons, Brooklyn Scott, Joseph Parsons, and Alexander Scott; and numerous more relatives and friends. A visitation for family and friends will be held Monday, October 5th from one until two o’clock in the afternoon at Allison Funeral Service. A graveside service will be held at three o’clock in the afternoon Monday, October 5th at Fairlawn Cemetery in Liberty, Texas. Final arrangements for Jeanette have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service 1101 N. Travis St. Liberty, Texas 77575. Dodd H.V. “ Vernon” Dodd, 85 of Durant, Oklahoma. Formerly of Batson Texas Died Monday September 28, 2009 at Four Season Nursing Home in Durant, Ok. Born in Durant Oklahoma, He had lived in Batson for over 30 years before moving to Durant. He was a U.S. Navy WWII Veteran and was retired as a Plasterer. He is survived by his wife; Eva Dodd of Durant , Sons; Wesley Dodd and wife Melissa of Daisetta, Bruce Dodd of Batson, Step-sons; Jack Davis and wife Sandra of Mounds OK, Michael Davis and wife Debra of Mesa AZ. Six; grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Thursday October 1,2009 at 2:00P.M. at Guedry Cemetery with Reverend Bill Campbell of New Life Assembly of God Church of Batson officiating. Arrangements for Mr. Dodd by Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, TX. Hatcher Jerald Jefferson Hatcher 80 of Buna, formerly of Raywood died Sunday September 27,2009 at his residence. Born in Saratoga, he was a U.S. Army veteran and an Oilfield worker, and was also owner and operator of Raywood Well Services. He was survived by his wife; Vera Hatcher of Buna, Step-son; Joe Jones and wife Judy of Buna, daughters; Patricia Gail LaChapelle of Pinehurst, Paula Jean Wynn of Baytown, Elizabeth Geraldine George of Batson, and Step-daughter; Tinsey Jones of Liberty. Brothers; Wayne Hatcher of Silsbee, Bill Hatcher and wife Polly of Buffalo. Sisters; Myrtie Duffee and husband Johnny of Houston, Pee Wee Wells and husband Leroy of Saratoga. Sister-in-laws; Delores Hatcher of Saratoga, Bernice Carroll of Segno, and numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren. A service of remembrance will be held Wednesday September 30,2009 at 10:00A.M. At Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. Interment will follow at Hardin cemetery in Hardin. The family will be receiving friends Tuesday September 29,2009 from 5:00P.M. Until 8:00P.M. At Faith & Family. Services are under the direction of Faith & Familly Funeral Services of Batson, Tx. Graves Oliver W. Graves, 78, of Huffman, died Sunday, September 27, 2009, at the VA Medical Center in Houston. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 30, 2009, at the Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton with burial following at the Huffman Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home. Services are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. Oliver was born February 17, 1931 in Carthage, to parents; Hiram A. and Maude Crowder Graves, a former resident of Houston, and has resided in the Huffman area for the past 40 years. He was a graduate of the Carthage High School class of 1950, had attended Panola Junior College, a veteran of the US Air Force, a retired self-employed diesel mechanic, and member of the Lions Club and the American Legion. He also enjoyed mechanics, gardening, fishing, and having coffee with friends. Mr. Graves was preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Raymond and Curt Graves, and sisters: Mattie Mae Briery and Gertrude Ritter. He is survived by his wife of 56 years: Sue Dorman Graves of Huffman, sons: Windell Graves of Huffman and Keith Graves of Huffman, daughter: Suzan Gray and husband Eddie of New Caney, grandchildren: Desiree, Natalie, Tiffany, Jessica, and Eddie, Jr., great-grandchildren: Kaelynd, Kyleigh, and Sebastian, and numerous other relatives, and friends. Arceneaux Kermit James Arceneaux, 56, of Liberty, Texas died Friday, September 25th 2009. He was born on February 4th 1953 to Andrus and Odile Marie Arceneaux in Rayne Louisiana. Kermit was in the National Guard for six years, where he worked as a generator technician. He was a great carpenter and mechanic. Kermit is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Andrus Arceneaux, Jr; and sisters, Debbie and Laura Arceneaux. He is survived by his children, Jody Arceneaux and wife Karrie of Lafayette, Louisiana, Karen Morgan and husband Matthew of Sneads Ferry North Carolina, and Justin Arceneaux and wife Tonya of Liberty; sisters, Barbara Duhon and husband Kenneth of Abbeville, Louisiana and Edna Stelly of Lafayette, Louisiana; grandchildren, Brendon, Taylor, Summer, Brooks, Wade, Makenzie, and Alexa; and numerous more relatives and close friends. A visitation for family and friends will be from six until nine o’clock in the evening Saturday September 26th and two until four o’clock in the afternoon Sunday September 27th at Allison Funeral Service. A graveside service will be held at four o’clock in the afternoon Sunday September 27th in Liberty Catholic Cemetery. Final arrangements for Kermit have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service 1101 N Travis St Liberty, Texas 77575. Hallman Leon Hallman, 76, of Pasadena, Texas died Tuesday, September 22, 2009. He was born on October 29, 1932 to Lonnie and Betsy Hallman in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Leon enjoyed spending time at the lake house. He was a hard worker that loved to “tinker” with things. Leon was preceded in death by his parents; loving wife of nearly 50 years, Bobbie Hallman; brothers, Junior Hallman and Houston Hallman; and sisters, Lois Ford. He is survived by his daughter, Sherry Bryson and husband David of Pasadena; sons, Thomas Hollman and wife Zoya of Deer Park and Ricky Hallman and wife Pam of Pasadena; grandchildren, Kristina, Meagan, James, Joshua, Amy, Natasha and Chelsea; great-grandchildren, Preslee, Gabriel, Celeste, Leah, Daven, and Devin; sisters, Ann Spangler of Mobile, Alabama and Louise Wedgeworth and husband Tommy of Dayton; a beloved poodle, Sweetie; and numerous more relatives and friends. A visitation for family and friends will be from ten until eleven o’clock in the morning, Saturday, September 26th at Sterling Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held at eleven o’clock in the morning Saturday, September 26th at Sterling Funeral Home with interment to follow in Magnolia Cemetery. Final arrangements for Leon have been entrusted to Sterling Fuenral Home 602 N Main St Dayton, Texas 77535.
He was born in Houston, Texas on March 21, 1971 to Kenneth Wayne and Mary Ann Ishmael. Survivors include his loving wife, Kelly Ishmael; daughter, Karly Ishmael of Shepherd, Tx.; parents, Kenneth and Mary Ann Ishmael; mother and father-in-law, Lola and Herman Rhodes of Shepherd, Tx.; brothers, Bubba Ishmael of Channelview, Tx.; Kenny Glenn Ishmael and wife Theresa of Manuel, Tx.; sisters, Kristy Ishmael of Livingston, Tx.; Kelly Smith and husband Howard of Kingwood, Tx.; Cathy Calloway and husband Dale of Deer Park, Tx.; brother in law, Russell Rhodes and wife Heather of Tarkington, Tx.; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and other cherished family members and treasured friends. Visitation was held Monday, September 14, 2009, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Probst Chapel, 103 E. Crockett, Cleveland, Texas. Funeral services will be held at Pace-Stancil Chapel on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 10:00 a.m. with interment at Holly Grove Cemetery.
A native of Dayton, Texas he was a graduate of Colbert High School, Class of 1946. He was President and Chairman of the Board for Mo-To-Go Armadillo Educational Foundation, a member of the Board of Directors for the Liberty County Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Committee and owner of the Mo-To-Go Grocery Store. He was a member of Mt. Rose Baptist Church. He died on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 at San Jacinto Methodist Hospital, Alexander Campus after an illness. Visitation will be held at 10:00 A.M. until time of service at the church. He is survived by his wife, Henry Mae Moore; three sons: Ivory Moore and Ronald Moore, both of Denver, Colorado and Robert Ford of Liberty; a special niece: Vella Bradley of Liberty; and a host of other relatives and friends.
She was born on February 27, 1943 to Clarence Earl and Zelma L. Zickefoose in Beaumont, Texas. Joyce loved spending time with her family but especially loved to cook for them. She was affectionately known by all as “Ma”. She was very generous and loving to everyone. If there was someone in need, she was the first one there to help. Above all she loved the Lord. She will be deeply missed by all that knew and loved her. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Milton O. Parmer; and brother, Wilbur Zickefoose. She is survived by her daughter, Cyndy Tidwell Glasgow and husband Randy of Huffman; granddaughters, Candyce Glasgow of Huffman and Cassity Glasgow of Huffman; niece, Anita Glasgow of Kingwood; great-niece, Kimberly Glasgow of Huffman; brother, Earl Zickefoose of Hardin; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and close friends. Visitation for family and friends will be from six until eight o’clock in the evening Wednesday, September 23rd at Allison Funeral Service. A service of remembrance will be held at two o’clock in the afternoon Thursday, September 24th in the Chapel of Allison Funeral Service with interment to follow in Hardin Chapel Cemetery. Final arrangements for Joyce have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service 1101 N Travis St Liberty, Texas 77575. May Cheryl Ann Bridgman May, 51, of Hardin, died Monday, September 21, 2009 at home after an extended illness. She was born August 16, 1958 in West Covina, California to parents Roy and LaVina Bowen Bridgman, graduating from Perris High School and attending the local Community College. She had lived in the area for the past 15 years after moving from El Toro, CA. Cheryl worked at Magnolia Ridge Country Club during the past five years. She enjoyed scrapbooking, gardening, doing cross stitch and crochet. Graveside services for Mrs. May will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 26, 2009 at the East Sandy Cemetery in New Waverly, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Dayton. Mrs. May was preceded in death by her father and is survived by her husband of 26 years: Ricky May of Hardin; her sons: Jeff Frost and wife Rachel of Huntsville, AL; and Rick May of Miramar, CA; her daughters: Melissa May of Dallas and Heather May of Hardin; grandchildren: Gage, Layla, and Jeneca; her mother: Lavina Bowen of Hickory, NC; brothers: Roy Bridgman of CA, David Bridgman of OR, Lloyd Bridgman of CA, Jim Bridgman of NC, and Jeff Bridgman of NC; sister: Sheila Hines of CA; also numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Marcille was born and raised and had lived most of her life in Dayton, Texas, where until her last few years she was an active and devoted member of the First Baptist Church. Her Bible was always nearby and well read until her eyesight became so impaired that she could no longer read. However, it remained at her bedside on the day of her death. Marcille was a loving mother, grandmother and friend, as well as a person with many interests. An avid reader, she was active not only in her church and Sunday school, but was also a past Worthy Matron of the Dayton Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, a charter member of a social sewing club which lasted over 50 years, and served in numerous charitable community organizations through the years. An avid reader, she was a great story teller with a passion for family history. She related many tales handed down from her parents and grandparents about their lives and migrations to Texas. The closeness of her extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins, whom she loved dearly, is evident from the stories of her early life and schooling on the prairie west of Dayton. She attended high school in Dayton and was a member of the Dayton Pioneer Students’ Association. As a member of this country’s “Greatest Generation,” during World War II, she worked as a spotter near the Texas coastline for the Civilian Air Patrol. After the war, she worked for many years at Bell’s Department Store in Dayton as a buyer and head salesperson. Upon her retirement, she was active with Senior Citizens groups, Helping Hands, and enjoyed playing Chickenfoot and socializing with her friends. Marcille is survived by one sister, Caleista Lyne, of Tyler, Texas, a daughter, Pat Landwehr, and her husband Mac, of Missouri City, a son Mark Broussard, and his wife Ruby, Cypress, one granddaughter, Susan Bentley, of Dallas, five grandsons: Mark Broussard, Jr., Charles Broussard, Adam Broussard, Craig Landwehr, all from the Houston area, and Kyle Landwehr of Lafayette, Louisiana, thirteen great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of sixty-three years, Archie Daniel Broussard, her little son, Archie Benton Broussard, a great-great grandson, Ethan Conner Shields, her parents, Angus Thomas and Wessie Goodrum Benton, and brothers Elbert Bruce, Roger Wayne, and A. T. Benton, Jr. Visitation for family and friends will be from six until eight o’clock in the evening Thursday, September 24th at Sterling Funeral Home. A service of remembrance will be held on Friday, September 25th at ten o’clock in the morning in the Chapel of Sterling Funeral Home with interment to follow in Magnolia Park Cemetery. Final arrangements for Marcille have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 602 N Main St. Dayton, Texas 77535.
Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 23, 2009, at the Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel. Services are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home n Dayton.
Wes was born in Trenton, New Jersey, March 31, 1964, the son of Les Dorsey Sr. and Jane Mosley Dossey. Wes was a graduate of Liberty High School class of 1982. He worked for Barrett’s Upholstery for the past thirty years, however owned the business for the past fourteen years. He enjoyed attending bike rallies, Liberty youth baseball and football association, he loved to ride jet skies, playing football with his son, watching all sports, going to games, playing with his “baby girl”, doing upholstery, volleyball, or riding his Harley with his best friends Randy and Matt. He especially enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, wife, friends, family and his Harley. He was preceded in death by his sister Colleen Dossey. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Kathleen A. (Hagan) Dossey of Liberty, parents Les Dossey Sr. and Jane Dossey of Nashville, TN., Sons Michael Templeton and his wife Tiffany of Hardin, Kyle Dossey and his fiancée Ashely Rhine of Liberty, daughter Amanda Dossey of Liberty, Granddaughters Kimberlyn, Kylie, and Kalynn. Wes also leaves his nephews and niece, Donnie Dossey, Micah Messer, and Jessica Dossey. Wes leaves a host of other relatives and close friends. Visitation will be held Monday from 5-8pm at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. A funeral service will be held Tuesday 2pm at First United Methodist Church in Liberty. For those wishing to assist this family an Educational Fund has been setup at First Liberty National Bank for Amanda Dossey.
Born on March 7, 1986 in Baytown, Texas Jason is the beloved son of Robert Lewis Scott and Brenda Lee (Hopkins). Jason was a lifelong resident of the Dayton community and 2003 graduate of the Northwest Academy of Private Schools. Jason was an avid hunter, fisherman, and outdoorsman. Jason was preceded in death by his grandparents R.B. and Ladeen Hopkins, and Virginia and Robert Scott. Jason is survived by his parents Robert and Brenda Scott of Dayton, two sisters, Connie Scott of Friendswood and Terrie Walsh and husband John of Grapevine, nieces and nephews, Christopher Money, Kalynn Torres, and Megan and Lauren Walsh. Jason is also survived by his cousin Richard Bergeron and wife Annette, and their two children Hunter and Ty of Anahuac, as well as numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Extended Family and Friends. A visitation for Jason will be held on Monday, September 21, 2009 from 5-9PM at Sterling-White Funeral Home 11011 Crosby-Lynchburg Rd. Highlands, TX 77562. Funeral Services are Tuesday, September 22, 2009 at 10AM at Sterling-White Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Sterling-White Cemetery. Elmore Nevaeh Lee Ann Elmore died Thursday, September 17, 2009 in Houston, Texas. She was the infant daughter of William Leroy Elmore, Jr. and Jennifer Renea Griffis Elmore of Dayton. She was born on September 6, 2009. Graveside services for little Nevaeh will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 19, 2009 at Ryan Cemetery in Tarkington. The family will receive friends Friday evening, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Dayton. Nevaeh is survived by her parents: Lee and Jennifer Elmore of Dayton; her grandparents: Lettie & Ronnie Griffis of Dayton; William & Beverly Elmore of Livingston; great-grandparents: Penny O’Fallon of Denham Springs, LA., Carrol Griffis of Eudora, AK, and Martha Burns of Livingston; aunt: Kristy & Kamerson Mulkey of Cypress; uncles: Jeff & Haylea Griffis of Baytown, Shawn & Andi Elmore of Houston, and Joseph & Valarie Elmore of Livingston; also numerous other relatives & family friends.
Born in Liberty Texas, Chrisco lived in Thicket most of his life and was a self employed Welder. He is survived by his parents; Walter and Laura Hughes of Thicket, Brother; Scotty Hughes and wife Amy of Votaw, Sister; Missy Hampton and husband Duane of Thicket, six; nieces and three; nephews. A service of remembrance will be held Saturday September 19, 2009 at 2:00P.M. At The Votaw Worship Center with Reverend Jason Berry and Reverend Kent Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Felps cemetery in Thicket. The family will be receiving friends Friday September 18, 2009 beginning at 5:00P.M. At Votaw Worship Center. Services entrusted to Faith & Family Funeral Services, Batson, Tx.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 18, 2009, at the First Baptist Church of Dayton with burial following at the Rosewood Cemetery in Humble. Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, at the funeral home. Services are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.
He was born February 22, 1917 in Sour Lake to parents Leonard Lee and Beulah Morse Waldrop. A lifelong resident of Liberty, he graduated from Liberty High School in 1937 and was a member of the First United Methodist Church. Raymond served as chief deputy under the late Sheriff, W.P. “Red” Rose and as precinct one county commissioner for 10 years. He also worked for Sun Oil Company and Conoco Pipeline for many years. Raymond enjoyed his family, fishing and especially loved his grandchildren. Services for Mr. Waldrop will be 10: 00 a.m., Wednesday, September 15, 2009 at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ken Davis officiating. Interment will follow at Fairlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends 5 to 9 p.m., Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Mr. Waldrop was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Frances D. Waldrop and his brothers Claude, Ernest, and Nelson Waldrop. He is survived by his daughters: Jane Elise Mussey and husband Bruce of Liberty, Martha Jolly of Liberty, and Rae Arden Smathers of Liberty; his son: Lee Waldrop of Channelview; seven grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; sisters-in-laws: Kathleen Waldrop of Liberty, Anne Waldrop of Houston, and Evelyn Waldrop of Madisonville; six nephews; three nieces, numerous other relatives and a host of friends. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that memorials be made to The Liberty Pound, 1916 Lakeland Drive, Liberty, Texas 77575. Cantrell Nelda Ruth Cantrell, 77, died Saturday, September 12th 2009. She was born on June 4th 1931 to Bill and Inez Cantrell in Sweeny, Texas. Nelda enjoyed painting. She started a career in nursing until a tragic car accident paralyzed the right side of her body. Nelda was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Evelyn Williams. She is survived by brother-in-law, J.P. Williams of Liberty; nieces, Barbara Cantu and husband Oscar of Liberty and Paula Arnold and husband Brian of Houston; nephew, Claude William and wife Karen of Decatur, Arkansas; aunt, Pat Kamman of Houston and numerous more relatives and friends. A visitation for family and friends will be from six until eight o’clock in the evening Monday, September 14th at Allison Funeral Service. A graveside service will be held at eleven o’clock in the morning Tuesday, September 15th in Sweeny Cemetery in Sweeny, Texas. Final arrangements for Nelda have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service 1101 N Travis St Liberty, Texas 77575. Leopard Johnnie Dean Leopard 59, of Hull, Texas died Wednesday September 9th, 2009 at Heritage Villa Nursing & Rehab Center in Dayton. Born in Liberty Texas to John Willis Leopard and LeMoyne Pittman, he had lived in Hull and was a U.S. Army veteran and a Heavy Equipment Operator for McCreight & McCreight Construction in Beaumont. He is survived by his Sisters; Nancy Deckert of Hull and Joyce E. Collins of Hardin, Brother; William Franklin Leopard of Moss Hill and numerous nieces and nephews. A service of remembrance will be held Sunday September 13th 2009 at 2:00P.M. At Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. Batson with Reverend Allen Owens officiating. Interment will follow at Hardin Chapel cemetery in Hardin. The family will be receiving friends Saturday September 12th, 2009 from 5:00P.M. Until 9:00P.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, TX.
He was born on December 25, 1924 to James Thomas and Birgie (Pepper) McClung in Floydada, Texas. Billy was a true American. He loved and served his country. In 1942 he enlisted in the US Navy. During active duty, he received a Purple Heart from an injury that occurred during a torpedo attack. Billy was a Past Commander of the Freeman Spath Post 104. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Anahuac and enjoyed working at the bazaars. He also was a woodworker. Billy carved the wood and his beloved wife Jo Ann would paint it. Billy was preceded in death by his parents; son, Guy Lyn McClung; brother, Joe Dick McClung and his wife Bettye Jo; sisters, Virginia Thomas and Dorothy Martin; and half-brother, Guy McClung. Billy is survived by his loving wife of over 57 years, Jo Ann McClung; sons, Billy Mark McClung of Anahuac and Robert Kevin McClung and wife Marilyn Diane of Anahuac; 4 grandchildren, Hollis Reeves, Shelly Harris, B.J. Garcia, and Tanner McClung; daughter-in-law, Denise McClung of Nederland; mother-in-law, Bernice Gray; 7 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Final arrangements for Billy have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 1201 S Main St Anahuac, Texas 77514.
She was born in Hemphill, Texas February 17, 1922 the daughter of the late Adam Huffman and Viola McGee Huffman. Hazel enjoyed quilting and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband Dick Retherford, her second husband J.C. Thomas, sons Lane Guy and Calvin Retherford, three grandchildren and her brothers Paul, Hal, Clint, John Henry, Chuck, Marcus, and Lewis Huffman. She leaves behind her beloved children, daughters Linda Funk of Hemphill, Melba Rixe of Milam, Jo Ann Modisette and her husband Robert of Hardin, Sharon Krajewski and her husband Mike of Henderson, Judy Rouse and her husband David of Hot Springs, and her son Terry Retherford and his wife Becky of Odessa, Brothers Jerry Huffman and his wife Robbie of Bronson , Jimmy Huffman and his wife June of Hemphill, and Bruce Huffman of Milam. In addition she leaves seventeen grandchildren, twenty-seven great-grandchildren, and ten great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and close friends. Arrangements are private and under the direction of Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas.
“Gary” Gene was born October 18, 1951 in Frostburg, MD. He was the middle of three children. He graduated with a Technical Degree from the Computer Learning Center. Mr. Anderson started his career in the Washinton, DC Metro area. He worked as the Director of Engineering for McDonnell Douglas in Mclean, VA. In 1991, Mr. Anderson moved to Kingwood, TX with his wife and daughter. While living in Texas, he had a succesful career with the Chrysler Corporation in Kingwood TX, Madisonville TX, and Liberty TX. Gary was a member of the Elks Lodge in Liberty. Gary is survived by his daugher, Samantha of College Station, TX., her mother, Kimberly Snodgrass, brother Dale Anderson, and his wife Laura, both of Centreville, MD., and sister-in-law Barbara Anderson, of Davidsonville MD. He is also survived by niece, nephew, other relatives, and many kind friends. In addition to his parents,Thelma and Norman Anderson, he was preceded in death by his brother Norman “Tommy” Anderson. His memorial service will be held Sunday, September 13, 2009 at 2:00 PM at Allison Funeral Service 1101 N Travis Liberty TX 77575. The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made for a Scholarship Fund for Samantha Anderson at Pearland Main Bank 2301 N Main Pearland TX 77581. “Gary” Gene filled all of our lives with honesty, kindness, and humor.
He was born August 2, 1926 in Lytton Springs, Texas the son of the late Isham Younger Herndon and Mable Matthews Herndon. Wally was a hard working, go getter, a “real handyman.” He loved to fish and camp and spend time with his family. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII aboard the U.S.S. Houston, as a Seamen First Class. He retired after 35 years of service from Schlumberger as an operator. He attended Liberty Schools, Port Arthur College and was a member of North Main Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Jack Herndon, sister Barbara Lambert, five grandchildren and a special friend Lucky. He leaves behind his beloved wife of fifty-nine years Uarda (Coe) Herndon of Liberty. His daughter, Holly Hargis and her husband David of Liberty, Son Wes Herndon of Liberty, sisters Jean Baughman and Martha Dillard both of Liberty, his four grandchildren Reese, Bailee, Savannah, and Ethan as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. The family would like to extend a very special thank you to the dedicated healthcare professionals at Odyssey Hospice especially, James, Pam, Sandy, Marcie, Ricky, Alma, and Christy. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 6-8pm at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday 2pm in Allison Funeral Service Chapel, burial to follow in Fairlawn Cemetery, Liberty.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 10, 2009, at the Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with burial following at Magnolia Park cemetery in Dayton. Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesday, at the funeral home. Services are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton. Hollingsworth Frances Claudine Hollingsworth 54, of Liberty, died Friday September 4, 2009 in Liberty, Tx. Born in Liberty Tx, She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by Husband Albert “Jack” Hollingsworth. Survivors are sons; Terry Wayne Hollingsworth of Liberty, Robert Wayne Hollingsworth and wife Tonya of Liberty, Larry Allen Hollingsworth of Houston, Albert Jackson Hollingsworth Jr.and wife Tonya, of Cleveland. Brother; Harry Dean Havener Jr of Daisetta, and Sister Marsha Kline of Liberty. Grandchildren Riley Anthony Hollingsworth and Alyssa Landry of Dayton. The family received friends Sunday September 6, 2009 at 5:00-9:00 p.m. at Faith & Family Chapel. A service of remembrance will be held Monday September 7, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy. 105 East. Batson. Interment will follow at Oakdale Cemetery in Daisetta. Arrangements for Frances Hollingsworth are by Faith and Family Funeral Services of Batson, Tx.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 10 A.M. at the Allison Funeral Service Chapel 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, TX., with Bro. Kevin Basham officiating, burial in the V. R. Fregia Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Monday, September 7, 2009 at Allison Funeral Service from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Edmon was born on September 11, 1929 in Liberty, Texas, to Velia Robert Fregia and Elizabeth Fregia. He went to work on the Rice Farm, and was a rancher and oil field worker, and a member of the Baptist Church. He married Martrell Carrico on October 28, 1955, and lived in Liberty all of his life. He loved his animals, Longhorns, dogs and cats. Edmon is preceded in death by his parents, V. R. and Elizabeth Fregia, a brother, Richard Fregia, a sister, Idell Moorman, two sons, Douglas Wallace, Vernon Wallace, two grandsons, Scotty Wallace and Rocky Vaughn, and a great Niece, Amy Brittin. His survivors are, wife, D. Martrell Carrico Fregia of Liberty, TX., daughters, Audra and her husband Gayle Vaughn of Raywood, TX., Brenda Wallace Woods of Liberty, TX., a son, Leslie Wallave and his wife Melissa of Liberty, TX. Final arrangements for Edmon have been entrusted to Allison Funeral Service 1101 N Travis St Liberty, Texas 77575.
Tommy was born in Hitchcock, Texas August 11, 1921 the son of the late William Basil Waring and Mary Emmerline Tacquard Waring. Tommy spent nineteen years as a Liberty County Sheriff Deputy before “Chief” joined the Dayton Police Department where he spent an additional nineteen years as chief. For twenty-four years, “Coach” led the Braves Little-League baseball team. However, for over fifty active years, “Fat Tom,” was a member of Dayton Volunteer Fire Department. Tommy collected pocket knifes as well as antique glass bottles and was a past member of the First United Methodist Church in Dayton. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Francis Sisk, brother William Waring, daughter Emily Ann Waring, and his beloved wife of fifty four years Hettie Sue (Renfro) Waring. He leaves behind his son George T. Waring Jr and his wife Marilyn of Friendswood, grandchildren, Jessica S. Power of St. John’s, Newfoundland, John W. Waring of Houston, Angela Noack of Dayton, and Michael Thomson of Crosby. In addition he leaves his great-grandchildren Kendra, Jesi, and Kirstie Noack, Christopher Thomson, Talen S. Waring and a great-great grandchild Kylie Noack. Visitation will be held Monday from 5-8pm at Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main St. Dayton, Texas with funeral services to be held 2pm Tuesday at First United Methodist Church, with Rev. John Stouffer to officiate, burial to follow the service in Magnolia Park Cemetery. Huddleston Larry Edward Huddleston, 65, of Humble died unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 1, 2009, at his home.
A native Dayton, Texas, he was a graduate of Dayton High School and a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. He died on Friday, September 4, 2009, Hermann Memorial Hospital in Houston. Visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M. until time of service at the church. He is survived by his wife: Courtney Payne; four daughters: Jaide Payne, Adreea Payne, Courtlynn Payne and E’Leila Payne; his parents: Thomas and Jacqueline Payne; two sisters: Marcella Payne and Marvella Payne-Brady; his grandmother: Beatrice Payne, and a host of other relatives and friends. Bellard Brennon “Duke” Bellard, 46, of Athens, Texas died Monday, August 31st 2009. He was born on December 27, 1962 to Renise and Doris Ruth Bellard in Lafayette, Louisiana. Brennon was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his son, Brennon Bellard, Jr. of Oklahoma; daughter, Shawna Bellard Hatch and husband Brandon of Denham Springs, LA; sister, Rita Pafford and husband Charles Ray of Dayton; brothers, Nathan Bellard and wife Judy B. of Kaplan, LA, Bobby Bellard of Lafayette, LA, Paul Bellard of Eunice, LA and John Bellard of Crowley, LA; four grandchildren; and numerous more relatives and friends. A graveside service will be held at eleven o’clock in the morning on Friday, September 4th in Magnolia Park Cemetery in Dayton. Final arrangements for Brennon have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home 602 N Main St. Dayton, Texas 77535.
A native of Grand Coteau, Louisiana, she was a housewife. A member of Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church, she died Sunday, August 26, 2009 at Herman Memorial Hospital in Houston, Texas after an illness. Visitation was held on Tuesday at 8:00 A.M. until time of service at the church. She is survived by three sons: Leo Sterling, Jr. of Raywood, Louis Sterling of Yarba Linda, CA., and Lawrence Sterling of Richmond, Texas; three daughters: Magdaline Gradney and Pauline Caballero of Raywood and Evageline Bell of Houston, Texas and a host of other relatives and friends.
A native of Baytown, she was a graduate of Dayton High School and a member of Maranatha Church. She died on August 25, 2009 at her residence. She is survived by her mother, Sarah F. Boudreaux, seven sisters: Alida Howard of Dayton, Alexanderia Boudreaux of Fort Worth, Edith Thomas of Silsbee, Diana Vickers of Bakerfield, CA., Patsy Semien and Dorothy Green both of Houston, and Jo Ann Beaudreaux of Beaumont; one brother Anthony Gold of Baytown and a host of other relatives and friends.
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