Born in Honey Island July 19, 1925 she was an homemaker and was Pentecostal by faith. She loved Church singing, sewing and her roses. She was preceded in death by her parents Gordy Bailey and Omie Broom Bailey, her loving husband whom she married June 19, 1942 Lester Woodral Sr, who left her in 1986. Son; Lester Woodral Jr, and two brothers; Jerry and Paul Bailey. Survivors are daughters; Georgia Nell Thompson of Cleveland, Mary Ann Raley and husband Glen of Anahuac, and Marilyn Linton of Hardin. Brothers; Travis Bailey, George “Ray Buck” Bailey both of Votaw. Fifteen Grandchildren, and numerous Great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends. A service of remembrance will be held Saturday September 4, 2010 at 10:00A.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. with Reverend Bobby Crawford officiating. Interment will follow at Guedry cemetery in Batson. The family will be receiving friends Friday September 3, 2010 from 5:00P.M. until 9:00P.M. at the Chapel of Faith & Family. Arrangements for Ruth Woodral are under the direction of Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, TX. Sanders Donna Sanders 56, of Beaumont died Monday August 30, 2010 in Beaumont. She was born August 20, 1955 in Pasadena, Texas to Edseil Thomason and Pauline Johnson. She had lived in Beaumont and was a Homemaker. She is survived by her husband; Steve Sanders of Beaumont, TX., Sons; Joys Shelburne of Beaumont, TX., and Thomas Butler Jr. of Deweyville TX. Daughter; Dewanna Eagleton of Beaumont, TX. and Brother; Charles Shelton of Bastrop, TX. She had 13 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Saturday September 4, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services Chapel. Cremation handled under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, TX.
She was born October 21, 2010 to her parents Robert and Bessie Chandler. She was a member of the Ladies Garden Club of Anahuac. She was a 68 year member of the First Baptist Church of Anahuac, where she was very active. She was preceded in death by her husband Leroy Fancher, and her son, Jerry Fancher. Her family will receive friends at Sterling Funeral Home in Anahuac Thurday September 2, from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. The funeral service is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Friday September 3, at The First Baptist Church of Anahuac, located at 405 S. Magnolia, Anahuac, officiated by Rev. Gary Hillyard, Rev. Albert Billingsley and Bobby Scherer. Arrangements are under the direction of Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main, Anahuac, TX 77514,
She was born November 11, 1916 in East Bernard, TX to her parents Joseph and Caroline Lesikar. She was a member of Crosby Brethren Church. She loved to bake, quilt, and tend her flower garden. She loved tend to her dogs, Nicky, Sandy and Shelby. She is preceded in death by her husband, Milo Psencik; great granddaughter, Faith Psencik; Son-in-law, Henry Lyrock, and all of her siblings. She is survived by her children, Louise Lyrock, Edwin Psencik and wife Eva Mae, Martha Jones and husband Lawrence, Walter Psencik and wife Joanie; ten grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren. Her family will receive friends at Sterling Funeral Home on Thursday from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. The funeral service is scheduled for Friday 10:00 A.M. at Sterling Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Larry Koslousky. Burial will follow at Palms Memorial Park. Serving as pallbearers will be Lawrence Jones Jr., Robert Jones, Travis Psencik, Glenn Psencik, James Psencik and Rusty Stephens. Honorary pallbearers are Bo Price, Wesley Hawkins, Brandon Myers and Colton Psencik. Arrangements are under the direction of Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main, Dayton, TX, 77535.
Visitation will be Tuesday, August 31, 2010, from 5pm until 8pm at Allison Funeral Service, Liberty, Texas. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, September 1, 2010, at 2pm, at Allison Funeral Service with Reverend Charles Pierce officiating. Cremation will follow the service. Homer was born on December 17, 1937 to parents, Homer Huey McDonald Sr. and Essie Williams McDonald. Homer was a retired Building Superintendant with Liberty County. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Liberty. He enjoyed hunting and spending time at the deer camp with family and friends. Mr. McDonald is preceded in death by his parents, and his wife Vallie McDonald. He is survived by one daughter, Virginia Jean McDonald, two sons, Jerry L. McDonald and Terry S. McDonald, two brothers, Bobby McDonald and Donald McDonald, six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis St., Liberty, Texas 77575.
A visitation will be held Tuesday, August 31, 2010, from 5pm until 8pm at the Allison Funeral Service Chapel. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at 10:00am in Guedry Cemetery, Batson, Texas with Reverend Wm. “Bill” Mosley officiating. Mr. Gilfillian was born on December 29, 1927 in Daisetta, Texas to parents William Henry Gilfillian and Jean Wallace Gilfillian. He graduated from Hull-Daisetta High School in 1945 He was preceded in death by his parents, and three sisters; Bernice LeNormand, Betty Jo Shelburne and Juanita Smith. Mr. Gilfillian is survived by his wife, Carolyn Gilfillian, one son, Henry J. Gilfillian Jr. and wife Cindy, three grandsons, Henry J. Gilfillian III and his wife, Brandi, Harrison Gilfillian and Hunter Gilfillian, sister, Rosa Lee Landry and husband Allen, Elmo Arceneaux was a lifelong friend and employee for 62 years. In lieu of flowers, the family asked that contributions be made to the Alzhiemers Association, 2242 W. Holcombe Blvd, Houston, Texas 77030. Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis St., Liberty, Texas 77575.
He attended George Washington Carver in Anahuac, where he graduated in Class of 1956. He played Basketball. (center guard) He was a licensed chemical mach. Employed at Keating Chev. For numerous years. He was also employed at American Rice Growers, Raywood TX. He loved to do various odd jobs and hobbies. Such as Rodeoing, welding, working cows along with his close friend J.V. Speighs.
Herbert was proceed in death by his parents, George and Mallissa; three brothers, George Jr., Robert Vern(R.V.) and Monty Humphrey; three sisters, Clora Meekins, Elvira Humphrey and Corrie McNeal; one grandson, Brodrick James Daniels. He leaves to cherish all his loving memories of his life: wife, Ellen Carrington; sisters, Marie Charles of Anahuac and Mary Gonzales of Kerrville, TX; three children, Sandra (Etus) Speights Jr. and Camilla (Walter) Raymond Jr. ; one son, Keith Moore; two stepdaughters, Erica (Rayfield) Johnson and Alicia (Micheal) Townsend; one stepson, Avery (Rhonda) Lewis; five grandsons:, Lamasio Daniels, Rickey Coates Jr., David Coates, Cody Johnson and Wyatt Raymond; one granddaughter, Mary Ann Childress; step grandchildren, Kieth, Eric, Brushaun, Brittany, Torey, Jasmine, Treston, Marqurta, Michelle, Micheal, Tefone, Jada, Avery Jr., Cameron, Dejia, Imoni; one great grandson, Jahzara and a host of nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Special love for Shirleen Wilson and Vannessa Shields Clora Humphrey, Betty Humphrey, Louetta Culpeper, Joesphene McNeil, Clifton Leda and George and Pam. All caregivers at Anahuac Heath Care Center and Laporte Nursing Home. Final arrangements for Herbert have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main, Anahuac, Texas 77514. Spencer Barbara Ruth “ Bobby ” Spencer 76, of Baytown died Monday August 30, 2010 at Kingwood Medical Center in Humble. Born June 20, 1934 in Port Arthur Texas to Clovis Boutin and Georgia Sellers she was a homemaker and had lived in Baytown many years. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Spencer. Bobby is survived by her Son; Charles Spencer of Rose Sharon Texas, Carlton Spencer of Point Blank Texas. Brother; J.D. Boutin of Dayton. Cremation service handled under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services. Besch
She was born October 28, 1956 in San Luis Potosi, Mexico to parents Urbano and Rafaela Mejia Rodriguez. She had been a resident of the Huffman area for the past 30 years, was a member of the St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Houston, and attended ESL Classes at IT May Center in Huffman and Atascocita Library. Mrs. Rico enjoyed walking, dancing, taking care of her plants, but most of all loving and taking care of her family. Interment will follow at Huffman Cemetery, 26315 FM 2100, Huffman, Texas 77336. Visitation will be 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., Sunday evening at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Dayton with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m.
Preceding him in death were his parents; sister, Nelda E. Wilkey; brothers, Silas M. and Lester V. McGowan; and Aunt Leverne Nelson. Left behind to cherish his memory are sisters; Carolyn Elliott of Jupiter, Fl. And Nancy Gay of Conroe, TX; nephews, William N. Wilkey of Hardin, TX and Tom McGowan of Dayton, TX; nieces Linda Williams of Georgetown, TX, Diane McGowan of Dayton, TX, Janie Wilkey May of Grand junction, CO; grandniece, Elaine Williams of Georgetown, TX; and cousin, Sue Pass more of Broaddus, TX. Graveside services will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at Linney Cemetery in Dayton, TX. Glenn was a Decorated Veteran of World War II. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and all around outdoorsman. The family is sincerely grateful for the tender attention Glenn received at Virginia’s Lakeview Home Facility. Final arrangements for Glenn have been entrusted Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N Main, Dayton, Texas.
He was born August 13, 1941 in Orange, Texas to parents W.W.”Son” Mitchell and Pearl Mitchell. Mitch had a passion for music and acting. He loved to play the guitar and was a song writer. After graduating from Liberty High School he went on to work as a disc jockey for KNUZ, KILT and KIKK. He was a long time resident of the Nashville, Tennessee area where he worked for many years as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor for Cumberland Heights. He returned to Liberty in 2007. He is predeceased by his parents, wife, Evelyn Holliday Mitchell and infant daughter, Dawn Bernadette Mitchell. He leaves behind one son, Mark Mitchell of Nashville, Tennessee, two daughters, Michelle Moyer and husband Robert Moyer, Christi Johnson and husband Stacy Johnson, both of Liberty, a sister, June Damek and husband Paul Damek of Liberty, four grandchildren, Nikki Moyer, Mitchell Moyer, Mason Johnson and Rylie Johnson, nephew Mitch Damek and great nephews, Austin and Parker Damek, long time friend Bill W. and many other close friends and relatives. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Gulf Coast Hospice or Magnolia Place Healthcare or to the charity of your choice.
A native of Barnet Vermont She had lived in Conneticut eighty five years before moving to Beaumont. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Fenoff, Son, Richard Fenoff, Daughter, Betty Adams. Survivors are Daughter Bernice Plourdes of St. Agatha Maine, Lorraine Hersey of Beaumont. Sister and identical twin Leona Bijolle of Chester New Hampshire. Grandchildren; fifteen, Great Grandchildren; twenty three,, and fourteen; Great-Great Grandchildren. Iona was alway eager to help others even in her elder years. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother who was loved very much and will be greatly missed. Cremation handled under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services.
He graduated from Liberty High School in 1952, attended Texas A&M University, served in the United States Army, and traveled the world with a very long and productive career. He was a very active and beloved member of Middleton Memorial United Methodist Church in Wallisville, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents Clarence William Lamb and Marguerite Splane Lamb; mother-in-law, Lela Mae LaFour Crain; father-in-law, Howard Edward Crain; brother, Clarence William Lamb, Jr., and brothers-in-law, Jerry Alden Jenkins, Durwood Wayne LaFour. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sylvia Ann Crain Lamb; daughters, Marla Ann Lamb and Lisa Kathleen Peters; son-in-law, Mark David Peters; two granddaughters, Marisa Kathleen Peters and Emily Ann Peters; two sisters, Mary Susan Lamb Jenkins and Martha Patricia Lamb Griffin and husband Oscar O'Neal Griffin, numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, and a host of family and friends. Funeral arrangements are being made through Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main, Anahuac, Texas, 409-267-3456. To view the online obituary, or to post a tribute for the family, please visit, www.sterlingfuneralhome.com. Davis Grady Glen Davis 69, of Votaw died Sunday August 22, 2010 at his residence in Votaw. A native of Cleveland he had lived in Votaw for fifteen; years and had worked for Dow Chemical and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Grady had proudly served his country as a U.S. Navy veteran. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of many years Opal Allemang Davis, brother; John Leon Davis, and his parents; Curtis Johnny Davis and Gladys Havard Davis. He is survived by his son Curtis Davis and wife Cindy of Saratoga, daughter; Theresa Childers and husband Phillip of Livingston. Grandchildren; eight, and one Greatgrandchild. A service of remembrance will be held Wednesday August 25, 2010 at 10:00A.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. with interment to follow at the Votaw cemetery in Votaw. The Family will be receiving friends on Tuesday August 24, 2010 from 5:00P.M. until 9:00P.M. at Faith & Family Chapel. Final arrangements for Grady Davis are by Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, Tx.
Norman was born in Hardin, September 10, 1923 the son of the late George Washington Tanner and Ina Lou LeNormand Tanner. Norman enjoyed dancing, fishing, and gardening especially growing his prized tomatoes and peppers. A US Army Air Corp Veteran of WWII, he was a life member of the Liberty VFW Post #5621. Norman was also a Loyal Order of Moose member of Pasadena with Moose Lodge #1721 and Moose Legion #68. Upon graduation from Hardin High School in 1941, he went to welding school, and worked as a welder for over thirty years for Texas Gulf Supher. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Josie Tanner, son Bruce Lindsey Tanner, brother Richard J. Tanner and his sisters, Lillie Tanner and Myrtle Karkowski. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, daughters Charlene V. Tanner of Houston, Diana Cunningham of Webster, Peggy Hickman of Liberty, Virginia Bean and husband Larry of Batson, sisters Valentine Killion of Dallas and Evelyn McGehee of Harper. In addition he leaves nine grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, six great-great grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews and close friends. Norman will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation will be held Monday August 23, 2010 from five o’clock in the afternoon till eight in the evening at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas. Funeral services for Norman will be held Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at two o’clock in the afternoon at the funeral home, burial to follow the service in Guedry Cemetery, with full military honors.
He was born at Camp Ruby, Texas on July 10, 1931 to Leon M. Mills “Little Paw” and Corine Zettie Mills “Little Granny” along with his brother, Glendon Mills and sister, Janice Ray Mills. Survivors include his brother, Larry Lee Mills; sister, Sue Carol Rivera; children, Raymond Boyd Mills, Jr., Thomas Glen Mills and wife, Pat, Bobby Joe Mills Sr., grandchildren, Annette Raye Mills, Bobby Joe Mills Jr. and wife, Michelle, Melissa Ann Mills Lacey Rae Mills-Page and husband, Dan, Zaina Rayne Mills; great-grandchildren, Peyton Rock Page, Justin, Mellanie, Jacob, and Josh Grider, Riley Ray Davis; numerous other cherished family members and treasured friends throughout the years. Memorial service were held Friday, August 20, 2010, 2:00 p.m. at Pace-Stancil Chapel, Cleveland, Texas; Dr. Byron Reeves presided over services. McCall Homer McCall, 78, of Old River, died on Friday, Aug. 13, 2010. He was a member of Old River Assembly of God. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and gardener. His sense of humor was unmatched. He was born in LaPanto, Ar., on July 13, 1932, to Hallie Warner. He was a longtime employee of Payne & Keller Construction, and later, Certified Technical Services. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Mary Alice McCall; children, Harold McCall (Pam), Sandra Campbell (Kenny), Charles McCall, Sharon Hargraves, Kathy Price (Mike), Karl McCall, Ruth McIntosh (Charles). He is also survived by 17 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren, and many relatives and cherished friends. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010, at 2 p.m., at Old River Assembly of God, 40 County Road 401, Dayton, TX 77535, with Rev. James Mills, Rev. Gene Summers and Rev. Dave McLennan officiating. Flowers may be sent to the church beginning on Friday, Aug. 20, 2010, at 10 a.m., until 3 pm, and until 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010. Arrangements have been entrusted to Earthman Baytown Funeral Home, 3919 Garth Rd., Baytown, TX 77521. Riley Arthur Gilbert Riley, was born July 21, 1921 in Humble, Texas to the late Gilbert Arthur and Edna Holmes-Riley and died August 19, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Juanita Riley-Littleton, brothers Virgil Norvil (Pete) Riley and Howard E. Riley, grandson, Edward Tyrolt Riley and a daughter-in-law, Kathy Riley. He is survived by his wife, Johnnie Mae Riley, son Arthur Winston Riley of Daisetta, daughter Amy Sullivan and husband Richard of Carthage, grandchildren Carmen Riley-Ashe and husband John, Blake Riley, Richard Sullivan and wife Christy, and his great-grandchildren Ryan and Caitlan Ashe. Arthur moved to Hull, TX for one year and Daisetta, TX in 1924. He lived three years in Dayton, TX then settled in Daisetta until October, 2007 at which time he moved to Carthage, TX. On February 2, 1942 he married Johnnie Mae Hickman, and in Sept. 1942 enlisted and proudly served in the US Navy Seabees. His service included 2 ½ years in Southwest Pacific Area and Okinawa in the 46th NCB and 24th NCB and was honorably discharged on Nov. 26, 1945. After his military service he worked in the oil industry and retired from Bethlehem Steel in Beaumont, TX as a pipefitter in March, 1984. He was a member of Central Baptist Church – Daisetta, graduated from Hull-Daisetta High School in 1940, has been a member of Hull Masonic Lodge #1193 since 1958 and received his fifty year award in January, 2009. He served as Worshipful Master in 1978 – 1979, and as a member and past patron of the Order of the Eastern Star. A funeral service will be held eleven o’clock in the morning, Mondy, August 23, 2010 at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial to take place in Guedry Cemetery.
Beth was born in Shreveport, LA August 12, 1921 the daughter of the late John Frederick Doerge and Nina Lee Warner Doerge. Beth moved to Liberty in 1945 and later founded and co owned, Allison Funeral Service, Inc. with her late husband Reuben A. Allison. Beth remained a licensed funeral director for over fifty years. She leaves behind her beloved family, a son Michael A. Allison and wife Susan of Liberty, daughter Scherry A. Allison of Liberty, sister Elinor Mae Lindsey of Kingwood, and a granddaughter Ashley Burton and husband Casey of Dallas. Beth was preceded in death by her husband, parents and a granddaughter Lisa Allison. Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 18, 2010 from five till eight o’clock in the evening at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis, Liberty, Texas. Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 19, 2010 at ten o’clock in the morning at First United Methodist Church, Liberty, Texas. Burial to immediately follow the service in Liberty City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Magnolia Healthcare Center Activity Fund, 1620 Magnolia, Liberty, Texas.
She was born May 16, 1931 to Buddy and Addie Jorden who preceded her in death as well as her beloved husband of thirty-eight years, Arthur Brummett and her sister and brother-in-law Rose Mary and Jesse Taylor. Jo Ann was a longtime valued employee of Exxon-Mobil in Houston. Upon retiring she enjoyed spending her time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include her son Ernie Arrington and wife Peggy; daughter Donna Rives and husband Jack; grandchildren; Kara Ann Schulte and husband Josh; Chad Arrington and wife Ashley; great-grandchildren Kendall Schulte and Layton Arrington. Serving as pallbearers, Oran Meacham, R.B. McDonald, Josh Schulte, Jack Rives, Chad Arrington, and David Leonard, honorary pallbearers will be the First United Methodist Church Women’s Bible Class. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at ten o’clock in the morning at First United Methodist Church, with visitation to be held one hour prior. Burial will take place in Cooke Cemetery. Allison Funeral Service has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Jamie or “J” by her family and friends, has been a lifelong resident of the Dayton area; attending and graduating from MacArthur High School. In her free time she enjoyed fishing, camping and especially cooking for her family and friends; as many of her loved ones knew her best as a water baby always wanting to be on river and spending those times with her children. One of her greatest known hobbies was her passion to save mementos and memories from every occasion; from every touching moment shared with her beloved husband and her dearly loved children. Jamie will be deeply missed by all who had the gift of having their life’s touched by her. She is preceded in death by her two aunts, Mavis Wood & JoAnn Lambert and her sister, Susie Cooley. She is survived by her loving husband of fifteen years, Michael Burton Jr.; children, Breanna & Blake Burton; mother, Margie Hogan & husband, Alvey; father, Joe Dusak; siblings, Cynthia Deluna, Joseph Dusak and James Lewis and numerous other beloved family and friends. A visitation will be held from 5-8pm Monday, August 16, 2010 with a celebration of life being held at 7:00pm at Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main Street, Dayton, Texas 77535.
Mrs. Polasek was preceded in death by her husband, Stephen John Polasek and her parents, Ruby Kay and Earl Burton Martin. Mary Frances is survived by her only child, Kay Frances Polasek-Joyce and son-in-law, Rene’ Ronald Joyce and two step-grandchildren, James and Jessica Joyce, of New Orleans; first cousins, Dolly Annette Herndon and her husband John, of Humble, TX, Marlene Bacon, of Beaumont, TX, Joe Jones and Vannie Jones, of Beaumont, TX, Thelma Lee Camp, of Tyler, TX, her special pal, David Parker. She and David saw every movie that came out. Mary Frances was a life-long member of First Baptist Church of Liberty. She was a member of the WMU and taught Sunday School as well as Vacation Bible School. Mary Frances was a loving wife, mother, and friend. She was included in every activity of her daughters’ life from childhood to the present. We will all miss her positive out-going personality and her beautiful smile. Mary Frances was a very unique “Southern Belle”. She was a second generation “Hat Lady”. Her precious mother, Ruby Kay Martin, taught her to be true to herself and to her family. Mary Frances always lived life to the fullest and always did it “Her Way”. Mary Frances loved and appreciated all your prayers, flowers and cards. Arrangements are under the direction of Allison Funeral Home, 1101 N. Travis Street, Liberty, TX, 77575, 936-336-6418.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Catherine Catchings; Children, Robin Watson and husband Clyde of Hardin, Ricky Wayne Catchings and wife Mary of Hardin, Kimberly Ann Melancon of Hardin; grandchildren, Sarah Watson, Pamela Morgan and husband Eric, Dana Brashier and husband Matt, Amy Catchings, Corey Kinnamon, Michael Kinnamon; great grandchildren, Avery Montgomery, Marley Montgomery, Kinley Brashier, Brady Morgan, Ethan Morgan, and Kaden Brashier. Family will receive friends at Allison Funeral Home on Monday August 16, 2010 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. A funeral service is scheduled for Tuesday 10:00 A.M. at Hardin Baptist Church officiated by Tony Hines. Burial will follow at Hardin Chapel Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the directions of Allison Funeral Home, 1101 N. Travis, Liberty, TX, 77575, 936-336-6418. Curry Jimmy D. Curry, 64, of Dayton, died Friday, August 13, 2010, at his residence.
A native of Bunkie, Louisiana, Mrs. Walker moved with parents and six siblings to Texas, where she spent all of her adult life. Her long life enabled her to experience history from the days of horse and buggy transportation right through the Space Age. She married and raised seven children. Later, as a single mother, she provided for them through the Great Depression and World War II. She also witnessed the country at war in World War I, the Korean Conflict, the Viet Nam War, the Gulf War and our current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. She saw scientists come up with the cures for polio, tuberculosis, and a host of other deadly and debilitating diseases. Remarkably, other than an occasional head cold, she was never ill a day in her life. She even managed to escape the usual childhood illnesses of mumps, measles, and chickenpox! Although her life was difficult in many ways, she was equally blessed in still other ways. She passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2010. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 A.M. until time of service.
He was born October 9, 1957 in Long Beach, California to parents Jack and Charlene Cannaberry Roach. He was a lifetime resident of this area and graduated from Dayton High School in 1977 continuing his education at Lee College. Rip enjoyed taking care of his yard and landscaping, playing checkers and hunting. He was a member of Our Father’s House Church. Interment will follow at Magnolia Park Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., Sunday, August 15, 2010 at the funeral home.
She was born in Liberty, Texas on January 6, 1930. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, William Parker; grandson, Charles Vandver; sisters, Dorothy Moffett, Carrie Parker, Estelle Collins and Claudia Sumrall. Survivors include her son, Leonard Parker and wife, Paula; daughters, Linda Vandver and husband, Roy, Jeanell Mulkey and husband, Bruce and Trudy Roberts; two granddaughters, two grandsons, eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Darlene Crawford of Silsbee, Texas, Ruby Clark of Devers, Texas; brother, Gilbert Collins of Lockhart, Texas; numerous nieces, nephews and other cherished family members and treasured friends throughout the years. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 6:00-9:00 p.m. and Thursday, August 12, 2010, 8:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Cleveland, Texas. Bro. Larry Jones will preside over funeral services held 3:00 p.m., Friday, August 13, 2010 at Pace-Stancil Chapel, Cleveland, Texas. Interment will follow at Blue Water Cemetery, Segno, Texas. Pallbearers include Corbett Clark, James Clark Jr., Shane Parker, Dale Parker, Eric McGibney, Cory Parker, Delbert Moffett.
He was born August 16, 1939 in Vidor, Texas. He proudly served his country by serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. After a career of over 30 years, he retired from Champion Paper Mill in Sheldon. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He enjoyed football, fishing and family outings. Mostly, he was a family man who believed in the bond and strength of family. He loved his children, adored his grandchildren, and especially loved his “Little” dog Cheyenne. He is preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Nestoria Ramirez; siblings, Rosa Lee Ramirez, Catrino Ramirez, and infant son, Juan Andre Ramirez. He is survived by his loving wife, Martha Ann (Webb) Ramirez; sons, Augustine Samuel (Tino) Ramirez, Jr. and partner Gilbert Johnson, Mario Alberto Ramirez, Aaron Morris Ramirez, James Barron Ramirez and wife Julia; daughter, Monica Ann Ramirez-Butler and husband Joseph; grandchildren, Frank Ramirez, Joshua Ramirez, Samantha Ramirez, Brice Ramirez, Joseph Kenzie Beasley, Nicholas Samuel Beasley, Trey Miguel Ramirez, Jaymason Paul Ramirez, Jessica Ann Ramirez, Jules Audrey Ramirez; great grandchildren, Leah Mckayla Ramirez and Aaidyn Cash Ramirez; sister, Beatrice Lopez and husband John; brothers, Luis Ramirez and wife Lois, Tony Ramirez and wife Frances and sister-in-law, Rosa Ramirez. The Ramirez family will receive friends at Sterling Funeral Home on Friday August 13, 2010 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. with a Rosary being recited at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service is scheduled for Saturday August 14, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. at Sterling Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Linney Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be, Andy West, Bobby Manning, Jake Burr, Joe Butler, Michael B. Webb and Ernest Mike Webb. Arrangements are under the direction Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main, Dayton, Texas, 77535, 936-258-2678.
He was born February 17, 1942 in Liberty County to parents Robert Lee and Rosalee Tanner Jones. A lifetime resident of this area, Jerry was currently working for Austin Industrial at Equistar in Mont Belvieu. He was a member of the Assembly of God Church, enjoyed working in the yard, his garden and doing special woodworking projects. He was always known for helping others and being a kind, wonderful sweet person that loved his family.
He was born July 11, 1965 in Beaumont, Texas to parents: Alonzo Allen, Jr. and Louise Margaret Mueller Allen. He graduated in 1983 from Liberty High School, lived for many in years in Lumberton before moving to the Arlington area where he was employed by Clifford Wofford Farmers Insurance and was a member of the Celebration Community Church in Fort Worth. Bryan taught and performed ballroom dancing and he enjoyed gardening.
Lillian was born in Raywood, September 15, 1919 the daughter of the late Peter Verrette and Alida Fontenot Verette. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, and working in her garden. Lillian was also a faithful servant to her Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Raywood where she served on the Altar Society. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Lewis Vales Jr. and a brother Leo Verrette. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, daughters Virginia Benoit husband Alphonse of San Antonio, Earline Valdez husband Enrique of San Antonio, Cynthia Wong husband Johnny of League City, son Elliott Vales wife Yolanda of Saratoga, CA., and a sister Mary Medina of Raywood. In addition she leaves her beloved grandchildren, Christopher Buitte, Katherine Sanchez, Ivy Vales, and Louie Vales, as well as her adored great-grandchildren, Chris Vales, Lauren Buitte, Chris Elliott Buitte, Ashley Buitte, Aaron Buitte, and Evan Lewis Sanchez. Lillian will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. A funeral mass will be celebrated at ten o’clock in the morning, Saturday, August 14, 2010 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 3370 FM 160 N. Raywood, Texas, with burial to immediately follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will begin at eight-thirty in the morning Saturday, with a nine o’clock Rosary service. Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis Liberty has been entrusted with the arrangements. Crouthers Katherine Zelma Crouthers, 85, of Hardin, died on Monday August 9, 2010. She was a very Loving mother and a hard worker. She took extra care of her children. She loved to cook for her family and friends. She enjoyed the outdoors with such activities as fishing and hunting. She also loved to make quilts. She was a fine person who will be greatly missed. She is preceded in death by her first husband, Hansen Nugent; second husband, Edward Devick Crouthers; sons, Charles Lee Nugent and Hanson Nugent; brothers, Harlon Dowdell, Romaine Dowdell; sister, Bessie Vater; half brother, William Albert Dowdell. She is survived by her daughters, Margaret Nugent, Sandra Ribble; brother, Joe Dowdell; and numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services are scheduled for Thursday 2:00 p.m. August 12, 2010, at the Apostolic Tabernacle of Batson, officiated by Tolbert Hudspeth. Burial will follow at Guedry Cemetery.
Donny was born May 24, 1950 in Liberty the son of the late John Batiste Darbonne Jr. and Bernice Tanner Darbonne. Donny loved to fish and hunt, and basically anything involving his son. He enjoyed making those around him happy. He was active supporter of his church, and could be found cooking or lending a hand in many organizations for the betterment of the community including the TVE and the Liberty Athletic Boosters. Donny worked in the oil and gas field for many years, as well as was the owner/operator of Enviro Source. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Johnny Darbonne. He leaves behind his beloved wife of twenty-eight years, Marilyn Darbonne of Liberty, son Chad Darbonne of Liberty and his loyal lab Max. In addition he leaves many nieces, nephews, close friends and other relatives. Donny will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. A memorial service will be celebrated at eleven o’clock in the morning, Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at First United Methodist Church of Liberty with Pastor Jay Barnes to officiate. In lieu of flowers the family requests donation be made to the First United Methodist Church. Allison Funeral Services has been entrusted with the arrangements. Bridges Thomas Jefferson Bridges II age 67 of Liberty, died Saturday August 7, 2010 in Houston. Thomas was born in Port Arthur, November 16, 1942 the son of the late William Thomas Bridges and Edrie Smith Bridges. Thomas joined the Navy immediately after high school, his wish was to travel and see the world. He was a gifted artist and decorated war veteran who devoted his life to his family and to his art. A caretaker to his father and mother and only asked to be left with his art. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, sister Edrie Bridges of Liberty, brother Kirk Bridges of Houston, niece Lisa Cromwell of Houston, nephew Benjamin Cromwell of Austin and niece Holly Nunez of Houston. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. A graveside service will be held at 10:30AM Wednesday August 11, 2010 at Houston National Cemetery. Allison Funeral Services, 1101 N. Travis Liberty, Texas have been entrusted with the arrangements.
Ranny was an instrument electrical technician for Reichhold Inc. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved to cook and his specialty was barbeque, he often would take part in cooking for charity and cook-offs. He was a family man who loved spending time with his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his son Jody Alexander Goss. He is survived by his wife, Tammy Wakeland; father, Ray Wakeland and his wife, Shirley; mother, Julie Robinson; grandchildren, Destiny Marie Goss, Jody Alexander Goss, Jr., ; daughter-in-law, Christy Goss; siblings, James Wakeland, Kenny Wakeland, Jennifer Lindsey, Cynthia Young; step-brothers, Randall Davis and wife Amy, David Davis, Leslie Davis; numerous family and friends, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Arrangements are under the direction of Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main St, Anahuac, TX, 409-267-3456.
Gene was the owner and operator of Bracewell Electric and Air Conditioning Service in Liberty for the past 38 years. Gene was an active member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Liberty, and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Gene was also a member of the Liberty Elks Lodge BPOE 2019. He held the office of Exaulted Ruler in 1978 and 1980. He also held the office of secretary for eight years. Gene held many state offices with the Elks, to include Chairman of the Elks Hospital Board, Vice President and State Trustee. He also held the office of National Office of District Deputy Grand Exaulted Ruler. He was involved in many charitable fund raisers for the Texas Elks Childrens Services, where they provide services for children with special needs. Gene was preceded in death by his grandsons, Todd and David Bracewell, his father, Carl V. Bracewell Sr., his mother Elora Bracewell, his brothers David, Vernon and Leroy Bracewell, sister Maxine Smith, father-in-law Edmond Manuel Sr., and mother-in-law Martha Manuel. Visitation will be Sunday, August 8, 2010 from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at Allison’s Funeral Service, with a Rosary at 7:00pm. His funeral service will be held Monday, August 9, 2010 at 10:00am, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Liberty with burial following at the Catholic Cemetery in Liberty. Services are under the direction of Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis St., Liberty, Texas 77575. Karl Dickerson Karl Dickerson age 52, of Hull died Wednesday August 4, 2010 in Liberty. Born in Liberty Texas December 8, 1957 to Leonard Dickerson and Hattie Bolton. He was a Construction Worker for Brown- Root. He is survived by his Wife Yvonne Dickerson of Hull, Sons; Marvin Leonard Dickerson of Hull, and Alvin Franklin Dickerson of Hull, Brother; Raymond Franklin Dickerson of Hull. A gathering will be held Saturday August 7, 2010 at 9:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services Chapel. Following a Graveside Service at Centerview Cemetery in Bronson Texas at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Gerald Cole officiating. Final arrangements for Karl Dickerson are cared for by Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, TX.
Lawrence was born in Crosby (Barrett Settlement), Texas on June 7, 1925 to Dave and Julia Clark Eagleton, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Lillie Mae Eagleton in 1995, and a son, Lawrence, Jr. (who died at birth), as well as his sister, Ora Mae Jeffrey, and brother, Sydney Eagleton. He is survived by three brothers, Ezell, Robert, and Raymond Eagleton, as well his son and daughter-in-law, Walter and Kim Eagleton, of Denton, along with two grandsons, Lucas and Spencer, also of Denton. Lawrence worked as a machinist for Exxon Corporation for 30 years, where he retired in 1973. He moved to Denton to reside with his son and family in 2005, where he remained until his death. Visitation will be at Green Chapel Baptist Church in Romayor, Texas on Friday, August 6 from 7 pm to 9 pm. His funeral will be held at Trinity Valley Baptist Church in Liberty, Texas on Saturday, August 7, at 3 pm. He will be interned to join his wife, Lillie Mae, at Wells Cemetery in Liberty, Texas. The family of Lawrence would like to extend their deepest appreciation for all the prayers and words of encouragement during this time. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Alzheimers Foundation at www.alz.org. Colvin Bobby Ray Colvin 69, of Batson died Monday August 2, 2010 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. A native of Port Neches h had lived in Batson 10 years and was a Army National Guard Veteran. He is survived by his sons; Wayne Colvin ad wife Debra of Evadale, Patrick Colvin and wife Eva of Evadale. Daughter; Lorna Fest and husband Greg of San Antonio, Sarah Jones of Silsbee, Sister; Sandy Sandell of Belton Tx. Grandchildren: seven and five great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Thursday August 5, 2010 at 11:00A.M. at Saratoga City Cemetery with Reverend Bill Campbell officiating. Final arrangements for Bobby Colvin are being cared for by Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, TX.
He was born August 3, 1953 in LaMarque, Texas to parents: James C. and Ruby Jo Reed. Rickey was a lifetime resident of Dayton where he graduated from Dayton High School in 1972. He worked as a heavy equipment operator, enjoyed hunting, visiting with his friends, riding motorcycles and working on them.
She was born June 2, 1947 in Hemphill, Texas to parents George Hershal & Abbietine McGowan Lawrence. She had lived in Crosby for the past 20 years and was a member of the Christian Tabernacle in Houston where she enjoyed participating in their activities. She kept her spirits high through her long battle with cancer. Lynda enjoyed traveling and antiques but will most be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Ventura Catherine Anne Ventura 43, of Sour Lake died Monday July 26, 2010 in Sour Lake. Born in Vidor Texas January 30, 1967 to John Otis Paul and Mary Moore she was a Waitress for Waffle House and was loved by her Co – Workers and her family and friends and will be greatly missed. She is survived by her Son; Grant Fults of Sour Lake, Daughters; Bonnie Byrd of Sour Lake and Ventura of Beaumont. A service of remembrance will be held Sunday August 1, 2010 at 2:00P.M. at Maple Crest Baptist Church of Vidor. Cremation services handled under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. Batson.
He was born August 5, 1937 in Rochester, New York to parents: Victor Omen and Fannie Crow Lewis. He had live in Liberty for the past 5 years, previously of Florida and New York where he worked as a boat captain in his own fishing and charter business. Vic was a member of the American Legion Post 393 in Cleveland, the Loyal Order of Eagle and the Moose Lodge. He enjoyed gardening, Nascar, fishing, hunting and carpentry and he was always willing to teach others. He served in the Coast Guard.
Adam was an outdoorsman to be sure. He grew up riding horses, roping, and working the farm in Whitesboro, Oklahoma alongside his grandpa. Adam learned to play the trumpet and played three years in the jr. high band. He also loved to hunt, fish, ride four wheelers and camp. He enjoyed sports and followed them, be it basketball, baseball and or football. Although country music is what hit him in the heart, Adam also liked to listen to rock and even rap. He was a hard worker who sealed leaks for Team Industrial going on three years. His daughter was the light of his life. Adam will live on in the hearts and lives of all who knew and loved him, and be greatly missed. Preceding him in death was his uncle, Joey Owens. Left behind to cherish his memory are his parents, Frances (Carr) Carkhuff and John Carkhuff of Kenefick; 3 ½ year old son, Evan Musser of Bolivia; 13 month old daughter, Kinsley Musser and her mother, Michelle Palmer of Humble; maternal grandparents, Donald and Karen Morris of Whitesboro, OK; grandmother, Margaret Carkhuff of Humble; uncles, David Carr of Dallas, Randy Carr of Houston and Judd Carkhuff and wife, Tammy of Spring; aunts, Melissa and husband, Mike Dadich of Lockport, IL, and Stephanie Penix and husband, Ed of New Braunfels; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Adam’s family will receive friends 6:00 to 9 p.m., Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at Sterling Funeral Home. A second visitation will be in Whitesboro, OK Wednesday afternoon with funeral services held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 29, at the Methodist Church in Talahina, Oklahoma. Burial will follow at Whitesboro Cemetery. Pallbearers will be John Abner, Josh Abner, Brady Brewer, Jimmy Morris, Mike Morris and Justin Peugh. Final arrangements for Adam have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main, Dayton, TX 77535
Jerri was born in Chanute, KS, January 8, 1919 the daughter of the late James Rhodes and Gracie Gochenour Rhodes. A homemaker the majority of her life, she enjoyed writing poetry and was an avid reader. During WWII she worked for a short period for Todd Shipyard, and later worked at La Petite Academy as a Pre-kindergarten teacher. Jerri and her predeceased husband C.W. Spence were charter members of the Dayton Church of Christ and was a past secretary for the Dayton P.T.A. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a brother Billy James Moody. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, Sheryl Stegall and husband Ben of Dayton, son Clyde Dennis “Buddy” Spence of Huntsville, sister Virginia Guild of Georgetown, and her seven grandchildren, Lisa Leger, Byron Webb, Derrill Webb, Todd Webb, Jerre Delaney, Chris Spence, and Chelli Spence. In addition she leaves numerous nieces and nephews, she will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at ten o’clock in the morning at Linney Cemetery in Dayton.
Nola was born April 22, 1926 in Livingston Texas to K.T. Parker and Viola Taylor; she was a homemaker and a member of Hardin Baptist church. Nola loved to socialize with her many friends and was an avid dominoe player loving to play forty two. She was preceded in death by her husband; Frank E. Snell, sisters; Alma Mae Bradford, Emily Henson, Ernie B. Oliver, and Edna Rae Fields. Those surviving her are her Sons; James Snell and wife Aneece of Hardin, and Thomas E. Snell and wife Mary of Moss Hill. Sister; Lolene Hitchcock of Livingston, three grandchildren and seven; great grandchildren. A service of remembrance will be held Tuesday July 27, 2010 at 3:00P.M. At Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. with Reverend Gideon Watson officiating, interment will follow at Concord cemetery in Rye. The family will be receiving friends also on Tuesday July 27, 2010 from 1:00P.M. Until time of service at Faith & Family. Serving as pallbearers are; Doug McDaniel, Charles Land, Walt Saucier, Harvey Finley, Alan Tidwell, Olan Tommie. Honorary pallbearers were; Randy Snell, Jim Snell, Ryan Snell, Kenneth Taylor, Harvey Finley Jr. Arrangements for Nola Snell by Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, TX. Strother Jerry Lynn Strother age 68, died Thursday July 22, 2010 in Anahuac. Jerry was born in Urania, La October 1, 1941 the son of the late Ira Strother and Doris Carter Strother. Jerry was energetic, and always moving, a devoted Christian, and always on the move. There was nothing he couldn’t fix. A true patriot he had deep love for his country. Upon graduation from high school, Jerry volunteered to serve in the US Army. He was self employed, owning and operating Royal Refrigeration in Anahuac for over twenty-five years. He leaves behind his devoted wife Gale Strother of Anahuac, daughters, Stacy Peacock of Lubbock, Katie Strother of Anahuac, Karen Scott of Austin and a son Lynn McLemore of Arlington, brothers, Ira Gene Strother of Gonzales, Ronnie Strother of Port Allen, La, Charles Strother of Baton Rouge, La, and a sister Myrtis Kitchens of Albany, La. In addition he leaves his grandchildren, Cecelia Peacock, Zoey McLemore, Kyle McLemore, Tiffany and Kevin Scott as well as three great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at eleven o’clock Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at Calvary Baptist Church, 15 CR 129 off FM 563 in Liberty, Texas. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service. A graveside service will be held at 1:30PM at Houston National Cemetery.
Cleo was born in Hull, Texas November, 16, 1922, the daughter of the late Perlie Richard Taylor and Hester A. “Aunt Bob” Canter Taylor. She was a homemaker, who was very active in her church, Assembly of God; she deeply enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Cleo was preceded in death by her beloved husband of sixty-seven years, John Harley Carouthers, sister Mozelle Carouthers, brothers Albert E. Taylor and Redick Taylor as well as her parents. She leaves behind her devoted daughter Harlene Curry of Daisetta, granddaughters, Stephanie Murdoch husband Chris of Cypress, Melody Caldwell husband Shawn of Hardin, sisters Pauline Mangum of Raywood and Mattie Lou Halbison of Van Vleck, In addition she leaves her great-grandchildren, Hunter, Brayden, Cameron, Aubrey and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Saturday, July 24, 2010 from five till eight o’clock in the evening at Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis, Liberty, Texas. Funeral Services will be held two o’clock in the afternoon Sunday, July 25, 2010 at the funeral home. Burial will follow immediately after the service in Guedry Cemetery in Batson.
He was born August 30, 1922 in Cache, Oklahoma to parents: Houston and Alma Green White. He was a lifelong resident of Kenefick where he worked for Croft Logging as a truck driver and was known as Paw-Paw Pat to the community. He is a member of the Assembly of God Church, enjoys barbequing, gardening, and his chickens. Winters Sergeant Leston Michael “Tony” Winters, 30, of Palmyra, Tennessee and formerly of Sour Lake, died July 15, 2010, while serving his country in Afghanistan. Tony was born August 21, 1979, in Okeechobee, Florida. He was a 1998 graduate of Hardin-Jefferson High School and a member of First Baptist Church in Sour Lake. Survivors include his wife, Beth Winters of Palmyra, Tennessee; children, Jonathan Thomas Winters, Remington James Winters, and Emma Elizabeth Winters; parents, Carl and Cheryl Spivey of Sour Lake; grandparents, Leston and Lanita Luke of Springport, Michigan and Gerald and Betty Jo Spivey of Sour Lake; sister, Alisha Elaine Martin of LaBelle; brothers, Terry John Spivey of Southport, Florida and Corbin Wayne Hunt of Sour Lake; and nephews, Terry John Spivey, Jr. and Cannon Gage Martin. Memorial service will be 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at First Baptist Church of Sour Lake, 765 6th Street, Sour Lake under the direction of Broussard's in Kountze. Additional services will be at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia. Memorial contributions may be made in Tony’s memory to U.S. Wounded Soldiers Foundation, 11700 Preston Road, Suite 66-135, Dallas, Texas 75230.
A native of Moss Bluff, Mrs. Jones was a dedicated mother who raised four sons, one daughter who preceded her in death, and several other relatives. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 A.M. until time of service. She leaves to mourn her four sons: Phillip Wayne and Cheryl Tiggs of Tacoma, Washington, Henry Clay Tiggs of Norfolk, Virginia, Herbert Charles and Patrice Tiggs, of Liberty, Texas, and Sylvester Tiggs of Baytown, Texas; five siblings, Nelson Redmon of Dayton; Roland and July Redmon of Chester, Virginia. Tollie Ray and Sharon Redmon of Jacksonville, Florida, Geraldine Halton of Jacksonville, North Carolina, and Bertha Orville of Liberty, Texas; ten grandchildren and twenty-one great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
She was a member of both Old River Baptist Church and their Senior Group. She loved everything to do with the outdoors including camping, gardening and bird watching. Lutie was a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Arthur Williams. Left behind to cherish her memory are her children, Eva Sue Robertson and James L. Williams and his wife Gloria; grandchildren, Brandi Bradford and husband Jerome, Amanda Williams, Sy Williams and Zachary Williams; great grandkids, Brittany Kindle, Tyler Williams and Coltan Case; step-grandchildren, Peyan and Taizya Bradford and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday, July 19, 2010, at Sterling Funeral Home. Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at Sterling Funeral Home with the Rev. Danny Biddy officiating. Burial will follow at McGinnis Cemetery in Tarkington Serving as pallbearers will be Melvin Doucet, Chuck Harmon, Wesley Pentecost, Stanley Pentecost, Virgil Hudgins and Jerome Bradford. Final arrangements for Lutie have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main, Dayton, TX 77535.
David married his sweetheart, Katie Bessie Kahla, on April 5, 1958 then went off to serve our country in the Army until 1964. David started out working as a commercial fisherman, and then worked for Brown and Root for 20 years, where he worked as a welder, fitter, tow boat driver, boss and mentor to young men, and then later returned to fishing. He was a Christian who loved God, his family and church (longtime member of Oak Island Baptist Church). David was a friend, soul mate to Bessie, loving, generous man who would adopt every child (not on paper) who would come to the house. He grew a bigger garden than met their needs so he could share with other family and friends. David also enjoyed hunting and because he cared so about his family, would travel anywhere to any event if invited because he knew it was important to that family member. Preceding him in death were his parents; brother, Donald R. Gau; and sisters, Barbara and Ruth Gau. Left behind to cherish his memory are his loving and devoted wife of 52 years, Bessie Gau of Smith Point; son, Charles Henry Gau of Smith Point; sisters, Mary Boyte and husband, Tom of Brookhaven, Mississippi, Nelda Douglas, of Brookhaven, Mississippi and Betty Nettles of Smith Point; and numerous nieces, nephews and many children who knew him as “Uncle Dave”. The family will receive friends 5 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, July 20, at Sterling Funeral Home. Services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at Oak Island Baptist Church with Bro. Eddie Shauberger officiating and burial to follow at Jackson Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Sam Glass, Charles Johnson, Monroe Kreuzer, Bob McClelland, E. J. Manuel, Elmo Peddy and Bobby Scherer. Honorary pallbearers are all of his nephews. Final arrangements for David have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main, Anahuac, Texas 77514.
God came first in Ethel’s life, and making sure her children attended church was very important to her. When health permitted, she was actively involved in her Pentecostal church. Traveling brought great enjoyment to her as well as doing things at the senior citizen center. Ethel never met a stranger, and her friendliness caused her to in turn have many friends. A wonderful Mom and grandmother, she will be greatly missed. Preceding her in death were her husband, Numa Fregia; parents; and son, David Fregia. Left behind to cherish her memory are her children, Florence Perry of Leesville, Marie Taylor of Daisetta, Preston Fregia, Nathan Fregia and Ida Fregia, all of Liberty; 18 grandchildren; 24 great- grandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; nieces, Mary Fregia, Norma Maxine Williams and Alma Volgel; and nephews, Vernon Fregia, R.W. Fregia and Franklin Fregia. Ethel’s service will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 17, 2010, at Sterling Funeral Home with the Pastor Richard Watson officiating and burial to follow at Monroe Fregia Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Nathan Fregia, Preston Fregia, Bobby Fregia Jr., Johnny Earl Fregia, Terry Don Fregia and Alvin Dwayne Taylor. Honorary pallbearers will be Dustin Fregia, Caleb West and Adam Wienke. Final arrangements for Ethel have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main, Dayton, TX 77535, (936)258-2678. Murphy Clayton Murphy, 78, of Anahuac, was born in Shepherd, Texas on May 10, 1932 to Ruby Edna (Kimball) Murphy and Harvey Clayton Murphy. He died on July 11, 2010, at a Galveston hospital after fighting pancreatic cancer. Clayton served our country in the Air Force, really enjoyed his time there and spoke of it often. Martha Ellen Williamson became his bride on June 27, 1959. He made friends everywhere he went. He would go in the store and be sure when he came out Clayton would have met someone new and be able to tell a story of their life! It was nothing for him to stand in a crowd and begin introducing strangers to other strangers because he had talked to and gotten to know each one. Besides staying current with what was going on in our world politically, Clayton liked to go to movies, take his wife to play the slots at the casino, tend his vegetable or flower garden because he had the greenest thumb, or enjoy a good fresh cup of coffee, but it had to be fresh. Because he had such a love for jewelry, Clayton enjoyed owning and operating Clayton’s Jewelers for 20 years, and had 20,000 customers who most times would ask for him specifically by name. He and his wife owned a house on Sam Rayburn Lake, and although just a part-time fisherman, he set the unofficial record by catching a 3.1 lb. white perch. If only he’d known to turn it in to the record keepers after they weighed it, he could be in the history books. He was a member of Conroe Masonic Lodge #748 and will have Masonic Rites at his funeral. Preceding him in death were his parents. Left behind to cherish his memory are his wife of 51 years, Martha Murphy of Anahuac; son, Jeffery Clayton Murphy and wife Ellie Mae (Appleby) Murphy of Beuna; daughter, Jody Ellen Murphy and husband, Howard L. Hilborn of Seabrook; grandchildren, Leslie Michelle Murphy, Heidi Ellen Kluber, Christina Ann Murphy; great-grandchild, Collin Lee Courts; step-grandchildren, Haley Rebecca Appleby and Johnathan David Appleby; siblings, Avil Murphy and wife, Joy, Francis (Murphy) McGilvray, Edna Lee (Murphy) Strobush and Robert Murphy and wife, Marsha. Services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July 15, 2010 at Sterling Funeral Home with the Rev. Richard Hensley officiating and burial to follow at Anahuac Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eddie Bonnette, Howard Hilborn, Jeffery Clayton Murphy, Marty Murphy, Robert Murphy and Michael Repp. Honorary pallbearers are Avil Murphy and James D.Williamson. Final arrangements for Clayton have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home, 1201 S. Main, Anahuac, Texas 77514, (409) 267-3456.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July 15, 2010, at the Pace-Stancil Funeral Home Chapel with burial following at a later date. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesday, at the funeral home. Services are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.
While in Afghanistan, SSG Ainsworth was a team leader for a personal security detachment. SSG Ainsworth was an infantry solider assigned to the C Troop, 1st Squadron, 71st Cavalry, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division at Fort Drum, NY. He is preceded in death by his father, Donald Ainsworth. Survived by his mother, Margie Hutchins and step-father Gene Hutchins of Dayton, Texas; Father in law, Gary Ciman and wife Debra Ciman of Philadelphia, New York; Sisters, Shane Parsons and husband Ryan Parsons of The Woodlands, Texas, Rebecca Smith and husband Eric Smith of Richmond, TX; Grandma, Imogene Ewton; Great aunt, Wanda Collins; Brother in law, Sergeant First Class Robert Ciman and wife Alexis Ciman of Fort Lewis, Washington; Sister in laws, Laura Garcia and husband Airman First Class Chris Garcia of Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota, Stephanie Smith and husband Private First Class Ethan Smith of Fort Drum, NY; Step-brother: Kevin Hutchins of Dayton; Nephews, Brendan and Maddux; Nieces, Kylie, Cameron, Kinnah, Kira, and Kena; and countless aunts, uncles, cousins, and relatives.
Don was born December 5, 1974 to Dennis Ray Doucette and Ronda Jenkins in Kirbyville Texas, Don had lived in Saratoga most of his life and was a Machine Operator for Lindsey Enviromental Management of Houston. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Daniel W."Brookie" Jenkins, Herman Doucette and grandmother; Sarah Lee Doucette. He is survived by his Mother; Ronda Jenkins Brown and Stepfather; Roy D. Brown Sr. of Saratoga, Father; Dennis Doucette of Saratoga. Daughter; Kensie Allyn Doucette of Winnie. Grandmother; Francis Ann Jenkins of Silsbee. Stepbrother; Roy D. Brown Jr. and wife Chalana of Saratoga, Sisters; Ramona L. Payne and husband Justin of China, Leona R. Lindsey and husband Mark of Thicket, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. A service of remembrance will be held Friday July 16, 2010 at 2:00P.M. at New Life Assembly of God church of Batson with Reverend Tolbert Hudspeth officiating, interment will follow at Felps cemetery in Thicket. The family will be recieving friends Thursday July 15, 2010 from 5:00P.M. until 9:00P.M. also at the church. Pallbearers are Justin Payne, Brent Campbell, Chris Jeanes, Thad LeNormand, Jake Hudspeth and Bill Grimes. Honorary pallbearers are Roy D, Brown Jr, Snapper Castilaw, and Brandon Campbell.
Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 14, 2010, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church with burial following at Palms Memorial Park Cemetery in Dayton. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday; with rosary services at 7 p.m., at the funeral home. Services are under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Dayton.
She was born September 28, 1940 in Sinton, Texas to Epsie Mitchell Aiken and Alda Pierce Aiken. She was married in 1959 to Howard “Scrap” Croft. They resided in Tarkington, TX where they built a family, home and a business. Wanda was an active member of Simmons Bottom Assembly of God Church where she loved teaching a Sunday school class. She was preceded in death by her son, Daryl Croft; her parents; sister, Joyce Morse and brother, James Aiken. She is survived by husband, Howard “Scrap” Croft; 2 daughters, Rhonda Croft Rayburn & husband, Robert, Debbie Croft Heath & husband, Randy; 5 grandchildren, Stacey Rayburn Ramos & husband, Joe, Rachel Rayburn Sackett & husband, Steven, Lisa Rayburn, Ross Heath, and Kristin Heath; great grandson, Jake Sackett and soon to arrive great granddaughter, Emma Sackett. Services will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at Sterling Funeral Home in Dayton, Texas. Rev. Lyndol Kinser and Associate Pastor, Kristal Alldredge officiating. Burial will follow at Ryan Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Delbert Croft, Glen Croft, Edward Hannah, Randy Heath, Ross Heath and Steven Sackett. Honorary pallbearers will be Roy Croft, William Croft and Robert Rayburn. Final arrangements for Wanda have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main, Dayton, TX 77535. McCarthy Sarah McCarthy, 72, formerly of Liberty, died Monday, July 5, 2010, in Houston, Texas. Graveside services will be Monday, July 12, 2010, 10:00am, at South Park Cemetery, 1310 North Main St., Pearland, Texas. Reverend Lynn Huff, of the Buckshot Lane Church of Christ will officiate. Sarah was born October 29, 1937 in Houston, Texas, to parents, Clyde Y. Rabun Sr. and Nell Jordan Rabun. She was a 1955 graduate of Pasadena High School. She was a longtime employee of the Hull State Bank. Sarah was a member of the Liberty Church of Christ. She enjoyed arts and crafts. Mrs. McCarthy was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, George McCarthy and a brother, Clyde Y. Rabun Jr. She is survived by nieces, Laura Corzine and husband Robert and Liz Belinoski and husband Mike, great niece, Sarah Corzine and great nephew David Belinoski. Services for Sarah McCarthy are under the direction of Allison Funeral Service, 1101 N. Travis St., Liberty, Texas.
Francois Ahmed Wycliff was born in Dayton, Texas, on March 24, 1943, the first of nine children born to Wilbert and Emily Wycliff. Francois attended Colbert Elementary School in Dayton and Holy Family School in Ashland, Kentucky, before graduating from Cathedral High School in Denver, Colorado, in 1961. After high school, he entered the Brothers of the Poor of St. Francis at Mt. Alverno Monastery in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he took the name Brother Thaddeus, reflecting his mother’s deep devotion to Saint Jude Thaddeus. While in the monastery, he attended Xavier University in Cincinnati and the University of Notre Dame, from which he graduated in 1971 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music. As a brother he taught at schools for at-risk youths in Ohio, Arkansas, and New Jersey. In addition to his classroom duties his responsibilities included custodial care and assistant administration of a boarding school. He also assisted in Provincial Administration, including a stint as Novice Master and travel to Aachen, Germany, to the general council of Franciscan Brothers. In 1976, Francois left the Brothers and moved to Dallas, Texas, where he taught music, French and English as a Second Language in both private and public elementary and middle schools. He also held administrative positions, serving as principal of St. Anthony School for several years. He retired from the Dallas Independent School District in 2002. Francois was a gifted musician, playing piano and organ beautifully until arthritis robbed him of this ability. He served as an organist and lector at St. Elizabeth Church in Dallas and Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Duncanville, Texas. He was a member of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians and the National Education Association. After retirement, Francois lived the remainder of his years in Dayton, where he volunteered his time to several causes, including Magnolia Place Nursing Center. He was a member of the parish council at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, where he also taught religious education classes, and served as a lector. Francois will be remembered for his dedication to family, his love of music and his devotion to the Catholic Church. Francois is survived by his parents, Wilbert and Emily; by eight brothers and sisters, Don (Pamela) Wycliff, Karen Robinson, Chris (Patricia) Wycliff, Ida Wycliff, Joy (Bill) Warren, Judith (Paul) Geller, Jean Wycliff, and Brian Wycliff; by 22 nieces and nephews, and by many great nieces and nephews.
Born in Baytown she had lived in Batson thirty years and was a homemaker. She is survived by her daughters; Loretta Cleveland and husband Doug of Batson, Dana Neenan and friend Richard Patton of Batson, Heather Patton and friend Gene Jannise of Beaumont, Sister; Madolyn Hendricks of Batson, and life long friend Mary Hertter of Baytown and Grandchildren are Ashley Cleveland, Charlie Cleveland, Austin Neenan, Haylee Patton, Eric Patton, Cyndi Neenan, Anthony Neenan, Randal Neenan, Ashleigh Jannise, Dale Jannise. Nieces and nephew Krissy and John Patton, Timmie and Suzy Hendricks. Great nieces and nephews; Zachery Walters, Lauren Hendricks, Christian Hendricks. A service of remembrance will be held Saturday July 10, 2010 at New Life Assembly of God church of Batson with interment to follow at Oman cemetery in Batson. The family will be receiving friends Friday July 9, 2010 from 5:00P.M. until 9:00P.M. also at the church. Pallbearers are Timmie Hendricks, Anthony Neenan, Randal Neenan, Austin Neenan, Eric Patton, Joseph Juneau, Brandon Dutton and Taylor Coursey. Honorary pallbearers; are Dewey Riggins, Dennis Bays, Zachery Walters. Arrangements for Darnell Oman were entrusted to Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, TX.
She was born July 12, 1928 in Sheldon, Texas to parents: Frank Bobalik, Jr. and Elizabeth Antoinette Vrana Bobalik. She was a longtime resident of Highlands and worked for Southwestern Bell as a supervivor for over 40 years. Miss Bobalik enjoyed gardening, traveling and making videos of her trips. She moved to Etoile after retiring and had lived in Dayton for the past 5 years.
Born November 13, 1926 in Liberty Texas, to Roy Taylor and Effie Booth he had lived in Sour Lake and was a retired Minister affiliated with World Ministry Fellowship and was member of Praise Chapel of Sour, Lake. He is survived by his loving wife; Elva "Bobbie" Taylor of Sour Lake, Son; Reverend James H. Taylor Jr. and wife Brenda of Houston, daughter; Pat " Sissie" Thibodeaux and husband Phil of Sour Lake. Brother; Edmond Taylor of Moss Hill, sister; Rita Fern Wells of Batson. Grandchildren; four and Great grandchildren; eight. A service of remembrance will be held Friday July 9, 2010 at 2:00P.M. at Praise Chapel of Sour Lake with Reverend Cody Morgan officiating. Interment will follow at Guedry cemetery in Batson. The family will be receiving Thursday July 8, 2010 from 6:00P.M. until 9:00P.M.also at Praise Chapel in Sour Lake. Pallbearers were Jason Thibodeaux, Kevin Davis, Byron Davis, Jason Pearce, Phil Thibodeaux and Jimmy Storey. Final arrangements for James Taylor by Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, TX.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M., on Thursday, July 8, 2010 at the First United Methodist Church, 539 Main Street, Liberty, Texas 77575, with Reverend Jay Barnes officiating. Burial will follow in the Cooke Memorial Cemetery, Liberty, Texas. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at Allison Funeral Service Chapel at 1101 N. Travis St., Liberty, TX., from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Mr. Sanders was born on July 14, 1929 in Childress, Texas, to parents, Elbert Earl Sanders and Sallie Rae White Sanders. He attended school at Edinburg, Texas, and later attended the University of Texas in Austin. He was married to Lora Nell Lott for fifty-five years until her death in January of this year. During the time Mr. Sanders resided in Liberty, he was very active in the community. He was the manager of the Liberty Chamber of Commerce for many years, and active in the Port of Liberty. He was the manager of the First Federal Savings & Loan of Beaumont, Liberty branch. Mr. Sanders was the manager of KPXE radio station and was the voice of the Liberty Panther football games at that time. Mr. Sanders was a member of the First United Methodist Church. He was an avid golfer. Mr. Sanders enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Mr. Sanders is preceded in death by his parents, and his wife, Lora Nell Lott Sanders. He is survived by his daughters; Karen Jacobs and husband John and Melissa Ramsey and husband David, sister, Mitzi Wilkinson and husband Fred, five grandchildren; Gillian Carr and husband Jason, Cody Weston Burns and wife Jennifer, Callie Rae Campbell and husband Shaine, Stacie Ramsey Babin and husband Brian and Lisa Ramsey, eight great-grandchildren; Ella Rose Carr, Ava Carr, Elizabeth Carr, Dub Burns, Maximus Burns, Dylan Ramsey, Hailey Ramsey, Wyatt Mills and many other relatives and friends. Arrangements were under the direction of Allison Funeral Service 1101 North Travis Street, Liberty, Texas 77575 936-336-6418. Campbell Roy Clyde Campbell 55, of Liberty died Sunday July 4, 2010 in Liberty. A native of Monahans Ward Texas he had lived in Liberty most of his life and was a Truck Driver for Drum Equipment of Liberty and Dayton Vaccum service, and was also a U.S. Marine Corp veteran where he fought on Koh Tong Island where he received the Navy Cross Medal and The Presidential Citation for bravery for the saving of fellow marines lives on the Island. Roy was preceded in death by his parents; R.C. Campbell and Myrtle Inez Lewis Campbell, Greatniece; Nocona Cheyenne Hanks, Greatnephew; Zachary David Marti and Stepdaughter; April Smith. He is survived by his Mother-in-law; Mary Smith of Liberty, Son; Rory Cordell Campbell of Liberty, daughters; Chellsey Campbell of Houston, Melissa Fontnow of Votaw. Cousin and caregiver; Darlene Davis of Liberty. Sisters; Cynthia Pavliska of Liberty, Becky Lewis of Hardin, Brenda Cain of Moss Hill, Angie Abshier of Dayton and Chris Martin of Carthage. Grandchildren; eight. Cremation service handled under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson. Final arrangements for Roy Campbell have been entrusted to Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, TX.
He was born in Milvid Tx February 13, 1923 to J.R. Tomlinson and Mattie Biddle. He had lived in Saratoga most of his life and was Founder and President of Basil Oilfield Services of Saratoga, he was also on the board of director of Peoples State Bank and First City Bank of Kountze. Basil was also Founder and President of Hardin County Game Preserve Association, and a 65 year Mason with The Masonic Lodge #914 of Saratoga. He was preceded in death by his brother; J.R. Tomlinson Jr. He is survived by his wife of 65 years Ruth Tomlinson of Saratoga, Son; Billy Tomlinson and wife Lisa and family Jamie, Kayla, and Lucy. Brothers; Reverend Alvin Tomlinson and wife Lou of Saratoga and Calvin Tomlinson and wife Billie Jean of Saratoga. Sister; Geraldine Peco of Saratoga. Grandson; Matt Tomlinson and wife Kelli of Saratoga and Great-Grandchildren; Hart and Lyndon Tomlinson of Saratoga. A service of remembrance and also a Masonic service will be held Wednesday July 7, 2010 at 10:00A.M. at Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. with Reverend Frank Aragon officiating. Interment will follow at Guedry cemetery in Batson. The family will be recieving friends Tuesday July 6, 2010 fron 5:00P.M. until 8:00P.M. at Faith & Family. Final arrangements for Basil Tomlinson have been entrusted to Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, TX. Ripkowski Richard Stash Ripkowski, better known as “Bubba Rip”, 63, died Tuesday, June 29, 2010 in Beaverton, Oregon. He was born October 3, 1946 in Liberty, Texas to parents: Bernie I. and Olivia Eaton Ripkowski. Bernie was the eldest of 12 brothers and 4 sisters born to Mattie and Stash Ripkowski. Rick attended Dayton schools, graduated in Victoria in 1965, and received his BA in business from Western Kentucky University in 1973. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1966, serving in Korea, returning as a Captain in the Artillery. He served until 1971 when he honorably accepted inactive status. He had worked for Mercer Transportation as general manager in Louisville, Kentucky and freight agent in Portland, Oregon until 2007. Rick was a member of St. Cecilia Parish in Beaverton, Oregon.
At 17 years of age, Vivian caught a train to Washington D. C., without a job to go to, but once there, found one working for the government. She shared a room with her sister, who was already there. Although she was a woman with a loud, commanding voice who spoke her mind, Vivian was a devoted wife of 59 years and a mother of three. She was a Catholic who volunteered for Churches United, gardened, cooked yummy Cajun dishes, knitted and crocheted. She was a wonderful homemaker! Preceding her in death were her parents; husband of 59 years, Neal Walker; daughter, Denise Walker; and infant son, Joseph Michael Walker. Left behind to cherish her memory are her daughter, Debra Garcia and husband, Abel Garcia of Dayton; grandson, Michael Joseph Varela of Atascocita; sister, Myrtle Rowell and husband, Charley of Houston; sisters-in-law, Nettie Robinson of Houston and Barbara Walker of Dayton; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 6, 2010, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with the Rev. Jim McClintock as Celebrant. Private family burial will follow at Forest Park Lawndale in Houston. Pallbearers will be Abel Garcia, Abel Garcia II, Brandy King, Nick Martin, Sean Martin, and Michael Varela. Final arrangements for Vivian have been entrusted to Sterling Funeral Home, 602 N. Main, Dayton, TX 77535, (936)258-2678. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Liberty Health Care or St. Joseph Catholic Church. Morse Joe Ann Morse 65 of Saratoga, died Saturday July 3, 2010. Born in Galveston Tx, to Chester Toiley Crawford and Ethel Mary Coker on December 3, 1944, she had lived in Saratoga most of her life and was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband Gene Morse of Saratoga, daughters; Melba Lee Morse and husband Timothy of Saratoga, Ethel Marie Ridgeway and husband Robert of Saratoga, Barbara Ann Morse of Warrensburg MO. and Step-daughter; Patricia Evelyn Iott and husband David also of Warrensburg MO. Sisters; Emma Kay Walshak of Houston, Wanda Louise Robbins of Daisetta, and Sherry Farr of Saratoga. Grandchildren; seven and Great grandchildren; three. A service of remembrance will be held Tuesday July 6, 2010 at 11:00A.M. At Faith & Family Funeral Services 40847 Hwy 105 E. with Reverend Nathan Hendrix and Tolbert Hudspeth officiating, interment will follow at Crawford cemetery in Saratoga. The family will be receiving friends Monday July 5, 2010 from 5:00P.M. until 9:00P.M. at Faith & Family. Pallbearers were Chester Caskey, Randy Rose, Thomas Wood, Kevin Walshak,and Kelley Walshak. Services for Joe Morse have been entrusted to Faith & Family Funeral Services of Batson, TX. Roberts Mary Lou Chapman Roberts, 71 of Dayton died Thursday, July 1, 2010 at Triumph East Hospital in Channelview. She was born December 30, 1938 in Plaisance, Louisiana to parents: Earlist Chapman, Sr. and Agnes Sam Chapman. She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church and worked for many years at Heritage Manor. Services for Mrs. Roberts will be 12 noon, Monday, July 5, 2010 at the Mt. Olive Baptist Church with her son, Rev. Keith Mitchell and Rev. Revels officiating. Interment will follow at Wells Cemetery in Liberty under the direction of Pace-Stancil Funeral Home, Dayton. Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. until 12 noon prior to service time at Mt. Olive Baptist Church. Mrs. Roberts was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Roosevelt Roberts, four sisters and six brothers. She is survived by her children: Judy Jack of Eunice, Louisiana; Earnest Jack, Jr. of Dayton; Delwyn Mitchell of Dayton, Patricia Mitchell Etienne of Dayton, Laura Garza of Dayton, Mark D. Mitchell of Houston; Stacey James Mitchell of Liberty, and Rev. Keith Mitchell of Houston; twenty three grandchildren; twenty five great-grandchildren and one brother: Calvin Chapman of Dayton.
A native of Cross Plains TX he had lived in Liberty since 1966 and was Owner and Operator of Inflanta Test of Liberty and also an Oilfield worker and Rancher. He was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist church – Marysee, where he served a Deacon. He was preceded in death by his son; Lefty David Simons, Grandson; Lefty Donovan Simons, Brother; Dewitt Simons. Sisters Cleta Jackson and Grace Carpenter. Survivors are his wife; Margie Simons of Liberty, daughters; Levhone Rhodes and husband Norris of Moss Hill, Dianna Bailey and husband Reverend Carlton Bailey of Moss Hill, Deanna Brownlee and husband Dwight of Moss Hill and Brenda Bracewell and husband Mike of Liberty. Brothers; Homer Simons and wife Fay of Cross Plains TX, and Clovis Simons also of Cross Plains Tx. Sisters; Wanema Akins and husband Herman of Abilene, Vaga Sallee and husband Terry of Corbon Tx. Grandchildren: eleven and Ten Great-grandchildren. A service of remembrance will be held Saturday July 3, 2010 at 11:00A.M At Mt. Calvary Baptist Church-Marysee with Reverend Bill Fabriguze and Reverend Ronnie Brigman officiating. Interment will follow at Hardin Chapel cemetery in Hardin. The family will be receiving friends Friday July 2, 2010 from 5:00P.M. Until 9:00P.M. At Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. Pallbearers were, David Edmonds, Steven Brownlee, Daniel Bailey, Michael Bracewell, Christopher Bracewell and Joshua Rhodes. Services have been entrusted to Faith & Family Funeral Service of Batson, TX.
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