Obituaries
Betty Lea Chronister
Sep 6, 2024
Mrs. Betty Lea Chronister, daughter of the late Henry Sanford Brookshier and Gladys “MeMe” Brookshier was born November 7, 1932 in Big Woods, Texas. At the early age of 13 years old, she professed her faith to Jesus Christ and joined White Oak Baptist Church. Betty was the longest standing member of her church at the time of her passing...
Karson Blaine Wilhite
Sep 5, 2024
Karson Blaine Wilhite, 24, of Gilmer left this world on September 5, 2024. He was born on September 13, 1999 in Longview, Texas to Kenton and D'Anne Wilhite.
Karson will be lovingly remembered by his parents; his siblings Karter Lyle (Haleigh Wilhite) and Kenidee Klaire Wilhite; his grandparents Tommie and Larry Henson and Carol and Kenny Wilhite, numerous other family members,...
Peggy Jean Bostick
Sep 5, 2024
Peggy Jean Bostick passed away with family by her side on Thursday, September 5, 2024 in Longview, TX. A graveside services, officiated by Wayne Norvell, will be held Sunday, September 8 at 2:00 pm, at West Mountain Cemetery, under the direction of Croley Funeral Home in Gladewater.
Peggy was born in Gladewater, TX on March 29, 1941, the first of five...
Merritt "Buddy" Thomas Berryman
Sep 5, 2024
Merritt Thomas Berryman, lovingly known as "Buddy," born on June 26, 1943, at home in Matador, Texas, to Hardy Washington Berryman and Melba Pauline Faulkner Berryman, went to be with his Savior on September 5, 2024 surrounded by his family.
Born while his father was away working, his mother delayed naming him until his return. Waiting for him to be named,...
Katherine Elizabeth Puckett
Sep 3, 2024
Katherine Elizabeth Puckett, 72, of East Mountain took her last breath here on earth and her first breath in Heaven on September 3, 2024. Katherine was born on June 14, 1952 in Winnfield, Louisiana.
She graduated from Nursing School in 1984 and spent most of her career as a Registered Nurse at Longview Regional Hospital. She loved working in the Emergency...
Michael David Bell
Sep 2, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Michael David “Mike” Bell, 81, who died peacefully at The Hospice Homeplace surrounded by love in Tyler on September 2, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on October 25, 1942, in Gilmer, Mike was a devoted husband, father, and Papa. He was a cherished friend to many. He...
Dorothy Elaine McCellon
Aug 29, 2024
Dorothy Elaine McCellon, 64 or Gilmer, TX, passed away on August 29, 2024 in Longview, Texas. She was born on December 23, 1959 to Runal and Dorothy (Ingram) Brown in Pike, MS.
Dorothy is survived by her loving husband, Keith Cannon. She was a proud mother to her children, Heather Mizer, Logan Huffman, Sara Craft, and Aaron Huffman. Dorothy also cherished...
Thelma "Sissie" Bible
Aug 28, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thelma "Sissie" Bible, who was born on August 2, 1977, in Longview, Texas. A cherished wife, daughter, and a loving mother, grandmother, and sister, Sissie touched the lives of all who knew her with her kind and generous spirit. She will always be remembered for her unwavering devotion to...
Katherine Faye Davis
Aug 28, 2024
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Katherine Faye Davis, she left this world on August 28, 2024. She passed away peacefully in Tyler, TX.
Katherine was born in Paris, Texas on June 21, 1929. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Clinton Davis, her parents, 2 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and her son-in-law, Jim Morehouse.
Katherine is...
Virginia Evelee Fry Alford
Aug 27, 2024
Virginia Evelee Fry Alford, 56, of Harleton, Texas went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 27, 2024. Born on November 12, 1967 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to David and Josephine Fry.
Virginia spent her early childhood years in Bismarck, Arkansas and later came to Ore City where she lived and attended Ore City High School. After meeting Matt, they...
Donald Elvin Breeding
Aug 26, 2024
Donald Elvin Breeding was born on October 5, 1947, to Troyce M. and Edith A. Breeding in Lamesa, Texas, and passed away on August 26, 2024, in Hallsville, Texas, in a boating accident with his identical twin brother Ronald.
Don’s childhood was full of adventure. He and his brother spent their days shining shoes, rallying the neighborhood boys to swim in...
Ronald Melvin Breeding
Aug 26, 2024
Ronald Melvin Breeding born October 5, 1947 died alongside his twin brother Donald Elvin Breeding on August 26, 2024. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Troyce & Edith Breeding. He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Judy & Ronnie Watson, son: Royce Melvin Breeding and son: Lonnie Elvin Breeding and wife Jessica Breeding, grandchildren: Cammi Breeding, Cody...
Jeffrey Scott Clemens
Aug 26, 2024
Jeffrey Scott Clemens passed away peacefully on August 26, 2024, at the age of 67, in Gilmer, Texas. He was born on June 11, 1957, in Fallon, Nevada, to Dorthy and Wayne Clemens.
Jeff graduated from Marshall High School in 1975 and joined the U.S. Navy, serving from June 1975 to June 1979. During his service, he attended Boot Camp at...
Robert Eugene McWhorter
Aug 25, 2024
Robert Eugene McWhorter was born on August 19, 1942. He passed away peacefully on August 25, 2024, near Hawkins, Texas.
Robert was the youngest of 5 children. He was born in Dallas, Texas to Henry and Mary McWhorter. Robert worked at Deerborn for many years as an Inspector and met the love of his life during his employment there. He then...
Bonnie Ruth Gage
Aug 23, 2024
Bonnie Ruth (Stegall) Gage, a lifelong resident of Upshur County, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2024, at the age of 98, in Gilmer, Texas. Bonnie was born on March 10, 1926, to William Harvey Stegall and Iva Myrtie (Creamer) Stegall in Big Sandy, Texas.
For many years, Bonnie owned her own beauty shop, where she not only showcased her skills...
Janice Earline Vines
Aug 22, 2024
Janice Earline Vines, 81, of Diana, TX went to be with our Lord and Savior on August 22, 2024, at home with her family by her side. She was born on November 21, 1942, in Corpus Christi, TX to Johnny Dwight and Essie Mae (Meador) Martin.
She was a devoted wife, mother, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother. Janice treasured her family...
John Franklin Phillips Jr.
Aug 21, 2024
It is with a sad heart that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, John Franklin Phillips, Jr., on the evening of August 21, 2024.
John was born on March 4, 1936, the second child of eight born to John F (Frank) and Mary Mackey Phillips, Gladewater, Texas. He graduated Gladewater High School in 1954 and attended Kilgore College before...
Tamara Sherrell Baird
Aug 20, 2024
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Tamara Sherrell Baird, who was born on April 22, 2002, in Kilgore, Texas. She left this world on August 20, 2024, leaving behind her daughter, Fallen Baird, mother Carolyn Baird and her siblings; Clifford & Sissie Bible, Lee & Kandie Baird, Bobby Baird, Maleisha Ramirez, Kristina Hancock, Kayla Baird,...
Helene Kaczowka
Aug 20, 2024
Helene Kaczowka, 95, was called home to our Lord on August 10, 2024. She was born in Springfield, Massachusetts on June 17, 1929, beloved daughter of Hermengilde and Leda Labrecque. Helene spent most of her life as a homemaker in Massachusetts while raising her children before moving to Texas.She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Lucien; her...
Charles "Chuck" Randal Low
Aug 16, 2024
Charles “Chuck” Randal Low, the second of three children of Charlotte Gardner Low and Marlin Low, was born in Dallas, TX, on June 23, 1950. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on August 16, 2024.
Charles graduated from high school in 1968, enlisted in the Air Force in 1969, and married Linda Campbell in 1970. He was deployed to...
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