Obituaries
Carolyn Sue Atkinson
Nov 12, 2024
Carolyn Sue Atkinson, passed away on November 12, 2024 in Gilmer, Texas at the age of 77. She was born on May 15, 1947 in Bixby, OK to Daniel Clinton and Stella (Hollenback) Atkinson.
Carolyn's warmth and kindness touched the hearts of many. She will be remembered for her generous and the profound impact she had on those around.
She is survived...
Jerry Dean Miller
Nov 11, 2024
Jerry Dean Miller passed away November 11, 2024, in Big Sandy, Texas at the age of 71. He was born on July 10, 1953, in Dayton, Ohio to Arthur and Janice (Frowine) Miller. Jerry never met a stranger and always considered everyone he encountered as a friend.
As a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Jerry's love for his family was evident...
Norma Jean Aga
Nov 9, 2024
Norma Jean Talley Aga passed away peacefully on November 9, 2024, at the age of 94. She was born May 30, 1930, in Dallas, TX. Norma Jean is survived by her five children, Loyd T. Aga, Jr. (Roberta), Lillian Trimble (Bobby), Grace Bales, Joseph Aga (Sherryl), Ingrid Aga, many grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Norma Jean was preceded in death by her...
Joyce Dickson
Nov 7, 2024
Joyce Dickson, precious mom and grandmother, age 75, went home to be with her Lord on November 7,2024 at her daughter’s home in Jacksonville, Texas.
Eva Joyce McLaughlin was born in Mineral Wells, Texas on July 26, 1949, to Calvin and Mae McLaughlin as the little sister to her brothers, John and Bill. She attended Elementary through High School in Nashville,...
Charli Jo (Ormes) Jones
Nov 6, 2024
It is with a very heavy heart that we announce that Charli Jo Jones left her earthly life behind on November 6, 2024, at her home in Hawkins, Texas at the age of 54.
Charli was born September 2, 1970, in Ft. Worth, Texas to Ronnie Dale Ormes and Sharon (Ormes) Coleman. She was raised in Harleton with her two sisters...
Merkel "Merk" Frederick Fatherree
Nov 6, 2024
Merkel "Merk" Frederick Fatherree passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family as they were singing worship songs, on November 6, 2024, in Gilmer, Texas. He was born on February 23, 1931, in Spencerville, Oklahoma to Clarence Frederick and Thelma Ann (Adcock) Fatherree. Merk was a man of many trades throughout his life, including being a truck driver, prison guard, farming...
Robert Alexander
Nov 5, 2024
Robert Lee Alexander was born February 11, 1927, in Upshur County to M.C. Alexander and Pellie Alexander. He passed from this life on November 5, 2024, in Longview, Texas at the age of 97.
Robert served in the United States Army from April 1945 to December 1946. He was stationed in South Korea where he evacuated patients to the 29th General...
Eddie Stephenson
Nov 5, 2024
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Eddie Stephenson on November 5, 2024, at the age of 65. His passion for his family was immeasurable, and he treasured every moment spent with them.
A man of unwavering faith, Eddie was an esteemed member of Longview First Church, finding solace and happiness among his church family. His love for gospel...
Mattie Finley Gondran
Oct 31, 2024
On October 31, 2024, at the age of 90, Mattie Hall Finley Gondran, passed from this earthly life. While we feel sadness in our loss, we also rejoice knowing she is now with her Lord and Savior.
Mattie was born in Kopperl, Texas to Jim and Willie Mae Hall on July 1, 1934. Mattie completed her high school requirements and graduated...
Yvonne Duckworth
Oct 31, 2024
Yvonne Duckworth, born December 20, 1943 entered into the arms of her Lord and Savior on October 31, 2024. Born in Homer, LA to the late Elmer and Eva Hardy.
Left to cherish her memories, Son Michael Duckworth and wife Cindy, Daughter Renee Sims and husband Richard. Sisters, Inez Sanders and Sandra Talley, Grandsons Joshua Sims and wife Nikki, Lance Sims...
Paulette Elaine Kerr
Oct 30, 2024
Paulette Elaine (Pendarvis) Kerr passed away on October 30, 2024, in Pearland, Texas at the age of 76. She was born on September 25, 1948, in Gilmer, Texas.
Her career as a nurse's aide was marked by an extraordinary commitment to helping others. Paulette's gentle touch and warm smile brought comfort to many, and her presence lit up the lives of...
Thomas Milton Ray
Oct 29, 2024
Thomas Milton "Tommy" Ray, of Pritchett, passed away on October 29, 2024. He was born on December 30, 1939, in Gladewater to Roy and Lola (Armstrong) Ray.
Throughout his life, he made many friends and cherished the moments shared with them. Tommy was a sheet metal fabricator, worked at Continental Can and Lonestar Steel, and retired as an agent for Reliable...
Marilyn Jordan Gorman
Oct 28, 2024
Marilyn Jordan Gorman, 95, of Gilmer passed away on October 28, 2024, in Longview. She was born May 3, 1929, in Gilmer to Benjamin and Mabel (Palmer) Jordan.
Marilyn was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Gilmer and a member of the Garden Club which she enjoyed participating in. Working in her yard was her passion, you could...
Ruth Ellen Fishburn
Oct 26, 2024
Ruth Ellen Fishburn (nee Leier)Aged 95 years passed away peacefully on October 26, 2024.
Daughter of the late Walter Leier and Grace Markstahler she is survived by her sons Bill (Debra) Fishburn and John (Christine) Fishburn. Her grandchildren Olivia, Dan, Kathleen Smith, Stormy, Anthony, Kendall, Shianne McDaniel, Shane Kirouac and a number of great grand children. She was predeceased by her...
Judith "Judy" Anna Strand Jewkes
Oct 26, 2024
Judy was born on December 10, 1940, in Evanston, IL to Oscar and Judith (Sallquist) Strand. She passed away on October 26, 2024. On November 23, 1957, she married the love of her life, Dale Jewkes, who lovingly called her “Weebles.”
After graduating from Palm Beach High School in 1958 and having her son, Kent, in 1959, she moved to Las...
Ronald Sandlin
Oct 25, 2024
Ronald Coleman Sandlin, 81, passed away on October 25, 2024 in Diana, Tx. Ronald was born in Cooper, TX to Coleman and Mattie (Crouch) Sandlin.
Ronald worked many years in the oil and gas industry as Operations Manager for Haliburton Industries.
Ronald is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Sandlin; son, Scott Sandlin; daughter, Sherry Chaney; brother, Wayne Sandlin; sister, Melinda McLemore;...
Aubrey Gail Stanley
Oct 25, 2024
Aubrey Gail Leverett Stanley passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024, in Gilmer, TX at the age of 73. She was born October 20, 1951 in Gladewater, TX and was a lifelong resident of East Texas. Aubrey is survived by two daughters; Poppy Kennimer and Jennifer Kennimer both of Gilmer, grandchildren: Jericha Dethlefs (Eric) of Philadelphia, PA, Max Elwell of...
Sherryl Ann Carey
Oct 25, 2024
Sherryl Ann Carey, known as NuNu to many, born on January 28, 1947 in Dallas, TX passed away peacefully at home on October 25, 2024 in Hawkins, TX at the young age of 77. A beloved mother, grandmother and friend, she filled the lives of those around her with laughter, love, and a dash of the devil.
She met the love...
Barbara Frances Baker
Oct 24, 2024
Barbara Frances Baker passed away on October 24, 2024, in Gladewater, Texas, at the age of 88. Barbara had a green thumb and could often be found tending to her garden, delighting in the sight of hummingbirds fluttering nearby.
Looking back, one can recall the joy Barbara found in the simple pleasures of life: the colorful blooms in her garden, the...
Pete Adams
Oct 22, 2024
Peter Adams passed away on October 22, 2024. Born in Marshall, Texas on February 23, 1945, Pete was the son of Paul and Jacqueline (Meyers) Adams.
In the late 1960s, Pete left TCU to serve in the United States Navy in the Vietnam War. When he returned, he continued his education at Sam Houston State University and South Texas College of...
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