Obituaries
Samuel Wayne Hill
Jan 13, 2025
Sam (Wayne) was born in Dallas, Texas to Gertie Mae and Samuel Eldred Hill. He was a 25-year resident of Holly Lake Ranch serving the community with Kiwanis. He also was an avid player in the Pickle Ball club, Dart Club, HLR Fire Department Bingo, and a member of Liberty Methodist Church.
Sam (Wayne) married the love of his life, Clarece...
Roger Dean Berry
Jan 13, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Roger Dean Berry, who left us on January 13, 2025, in White Oak, Texas. Born on March 25, 1940, to James and Sarah Berry, Roger lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. He was also a proud member of the United States Marines,...
Ivan Darrell Berry
Jan 12, 2025
Ivan Darrell Berry, 84, passed away on January 12, 2025, in Gilmer.
Ivan was born on November 20, 1940, to Ernest Berry and Jewell Johnson Berry. He grew up in Sand Hill and graduated from East Mountain High School in 1959 with the love of his life, Linda Stracener Berry. They first walked "down the aisle" together when they were 14...
Laura Powers Severn
Jan 11, 2025
It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of Laura Jean Severn, 72, of Gladewater, Texas, on January 11, 2025. Laura was born on March 15, 1952, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the oldest of four children to the late Clarence Joseph Powers and Ruth Jean Taylor. She moved to Gladewater in 1966 and graduated from Gladewater High School in...
Opal Marie Freeman
Jan 10, 2025
Opal Marie Freeman was born into this world February 10, 1926, in Daingerfield, Texas and passed way in her home in Ore City Texas with her loving family at her side on January 10, 2025, at the age of 98 years. (1 month from 99 years). She was a devoted housewife and mother, and a long-term member of First Baptist...
Mary Ellen Harris
Jan 10, 2025
Mary Ellen Harris, 94, returned to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 10, 2025 in Joaquin, TX. She was born on July 26, 1930 in Tehana, TX to the late Elton Anderson and Rachel (Oliver) Anderson.
Mary was first and foremost an amazing mother and grandmother. Sweet, gentle and easy going was how she was described. When not...
Robert Lynn Gage
Jan 9, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Lynn Gage, age 77, who left us on January 9, 2025, in Gladewater, Texas. Born on September 18, 1947, in Spanish Fort, Texas, to William and Dixie Gage.
Robert was a devoted member of Calvary Baptist Church, where he spent many joyful hours sharing his love for the Lord....
Rick Lynn McKee
Jan 9, 2025
Rickey Lynn McKee left this world on Thursday, January 9th, 2025 in Gladewater Texas. Rick was born on August 29th, 1953. He was known for his pickup truck with Rodeo plates and his cowboy hat. He was a true cowboy. He loved his kids, but his Grandsons were the light of his life. He loved being their Pop.He is preceded...
Bobby Watts
Jan 8, 2025
Bobby Gene Watts passed from this life on earth to his heavenly home on 1-8-2025. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.
Bobby was born 3-25-1939 in Greggton Texas. The fifth of nine children born to William E. Watts and Violet C. Easley.
He attended school at Mings Chapel through sixth grade and graduated Gladewater High School. He then served...
Leveda Stevenson Blalock
Jan 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leveda Stevenson Blalock, who left us on January 6, 2025. Born on January 22, 1944, to Oscar and Francis Stevenson, Leveda lived a full life marked by love, laughter, and a passion for the simple joys in life.Leveda made her mark in our community as the hardworking office manager...
Elva Louise Norris
Jan 5, 2025
Some 82 years ago, Elva Louise Norris was the third child born to Douglas Foster and Billie (Allen) Foster of Baytown, Texas. Growing up she had a close relationship with her siblings Frances, David and Billy James who all lovingly referred to her as “Tiny.”
Louise always had a gift for taking care of others and a nurturing nature. She followed...
Jimmie "Dee" Colvin
Jan 5, 2025
Jimmie "Dee" Colvin, 89, of Gladewater, TX passed away on January 5, 2025. Dee loved the Lord, loved her family and, cherished her home town of Gladewater, Texas. She found joy in the small things of life and had a contagious smile. She loved creative writing, painting and spending time with friends and family.
Dee is survived by her daughters, Sabrina...
Cynthia "Cindy" Gail Valdez
Jan 5, 2025
Cynthia "Cindy" Gail Valdez, age 62, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, in Longview, Texas. Cindy was raised in Pine Tree and was a 1980 Pirate alumna. She was a longtime resident of Union Grove and proud of the community she lived in.
Cindy devoted her life to serving others as a "professional volunteer." She was deeply involved in church...
Jerry Lane Askew
Jan 5, 2025
Jerry Lane Askew was born November 15, 1962 in Pasadena, TX and passed away on the morning of Sunday, January 5, 2025 in Fort Worth, TX, where he had lived for many years, with multiple health issues, thanks to the caring teams at Arbor Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation, Harris Methodist Hospital and John Peter Smith Hospital.
He was preceded in death...
Vicki Lee Rushing
Jan 3, 2025
Vicki Lee Rushing was born on August 26, 1949 to Marie Rushing. Vicki passed away after a brief illness on Friday, January 3, 2025 in Longview, TX.
Vicki was preceded in death by her grandmother, "Mable," her mother, dad and her sister, Toni.
Vicki is survived by two brothers, Tommy Rushing, of Henderson and Jerry Don Rushing and wife Sherri, of Hawkins;...
Ineta Archer
Jan 2, 2025
Ineta (Puckett) Archer, 89, of Gilmer, passed away on January 2, 2025. She was born on December 30, 1935, in Gilmer, TX to the late William "Bill" E. Puckett and Bessie (Ellis) Puckett. Ineta married Lloyd H. Archer in Dallas on June 1, 1952.
Ineta worked as an executive secretary for Home Exteriors in Dallas where she helped many professionals and...
Sara Ailene Dumas
Jan 1, 2025
Sara Ailene Dumas passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at the age of 91 in Nacogdoches, TX. Born on March 4, 1933, in Gilmer, TX to Matt Davis and Eddie Mae (Capps) Davis.
"It all started in Indian Rock, I came right outta the dirt, I grew up like a weed, and now it's all coming to a close here...
Sarah Elizabeth Tunnell
Jan 1, 2025
Sarah Elizabeth Tunnell was born in Tyler, Texas, on November 2, 1977, to Ed and Trina Tunnell. Sarah passed away after a brief battle with an aggressive cancer on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. Sarah accomplished much in her 47 years, having attained multiple degrees, worked in several career fields, and traveled the world. Her most important decision...
Mark Joseph Hall
Dec 31, 2024
Mark Joseph Hall passed away on December 31, 2024, in Gilmer, Texas. He was born on November 13, 1957, in Longview, Texas to Eugene and Peggy (Knight) Hall.
Mark has been a member of First Baptist Church in Gilmer for several years. He worked in auto sales for many years before retiring. Mark enjoyed many pastimes, particularly fishing and hunting, which...
Donald Lee Mathews, Sr
Dec 28, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donald Lee Mathews Sr. on December 28, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on December 16, 1942, Mr. Mathews was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who called Gladewater, Texas, his home. He was known by all as a hardworking selfless man.
He is survived by his cherished spouse, Mary Mathews; his...
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