Obituaries
Minerva "Ann" Shaw
Dec 19, 2023
Minerva "Ann" Shaw was born September 23, 1944, in Lubbock, Texas, to Armond Sydney Hooks and Maggie Rosellen Wilkinson Hooks and went to her Heavenly home on December 19, 2023, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Graveside Service will be held on Friday, December 22, 2023, at 4:00pm at Cherokee Cemetery with Brother Paul Chandler and Brother Madison...
Dortha Lavetta Wallace
Dec 18, 2023
Dortha Lavetta Wallace, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on December 18, 2023, in Kilgore, Texas. She was born January 27, 1929, to Lee Andrew and Ruby Kathrine Wallace in Upshur County.Dortha was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Audis LeDon Wallace. Although she dearly missed them all, their memories lived on in...
Lester Eugene White, SR.
Dec 16, 2023
Lester Eugene White, Sr.
Lester Eugene White, 81, of Ore City, TX passed away at home on December 16, 2023. He was born on April 18, 1942, in Stockton, CA to the late Sanford White and Birdie (Gillespie) White.
Lester worked as a Master Electrician as a professional career. He was a dedicated, hard worker, running electrical for many...
Sherian Simpson
Dec 15, 2023
Our loving Mother, Sherian Lindsey Simpson, 82, passed away in Tyler, Texas on Friday, December 15th, 2023, after a prolonged illness.
She was born December 5th, 1941 in Gilmer, Texas to the late Raymond and Kathleen (Myers) Lindsey. She graduated from Gilmer High School in 1959 and worked most of her adult life as an executive secretary to the President...
Martin "Marty" Moore
Dec 14, 2023
Martin Lee Moore was born September 26, 1967, to John M. and Jane Moore. He passed away December 14, 2023, at the age of 56.
He married his devoted, loving wife of 25 years, Kelly Tolleson Moore, on December 19, 1998. They have 3 beautiful children, Emily, Blake and Drew. These children were Marty’s pride and joy.
Marty was a...
Laura Ann Cline
Dec 11, 2023
Laura Ann Cline, 66, of Gilmer, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2023, in Longview, Texas. She was born November 19, 1957, in Lake Forest, Illinois, to Raymond James Geraci and Ruth Ann Smith Geraci. She attended college and received a degree in education, and then followed her passion for photography. Laura enjoyed spending time with her family, riding horses,...
Sarah Lou Gunn
Dec 11, 2023
Graveside services for Sarah Lou Gunn,78, of Shady Grove, Texas will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at Sunset Memorial Park in Gilmer, Texas. Jeff Regian will be officiating. Sarah passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, Monday, December 11, 2023 at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler, Texas. Sarah has made her home...
Alan Robert Jones
Dec 9, 2023
Alan Robert Jones, 62, of Hawkins, Texas died on Saturday, December 9, 2023. Alan was born on November 10, 1961 in Opa-Locka, Florida to Bobby Joe Jones and Donna Akins Jones.
Alan, as a family man, was known for spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren whom he adored. Alan was an awesome cook and great woodworker....
Bobbie Buck
Dec 8, 2023
Bobbie Lou Martin Byrd Buck went to her Heavenly home on Friday, December 8, 2023. A celebration of her beautiful life will be Saturday, December 16, 2023, at First Baptist Church Diana, Texas at 12:00 pm. She will be buried at Mattox Cemetery in Diana, Texas assisted by Croley Funeral Home in Gilmer, TX. Bobbie was born on February 4, 1935,...
Jason Todd Underhill
Dec 8, 2023
Jason Todd Underhill, 48, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2023, in Gilmer, Texas. He was born December 7, 1975, in Dallas, Texas.
Jason was known for his strong work ethic and amazing problem-solving skills. He was known for his infectious humor and could make anyone laugh until they cried. When not at work he was always at home, teaching...
Donna Stafford
Dec 6, 2023
Donna Stafford passed away December 6, 2023. Born on June 28, 1944, Donna was an extraordinary woman who touched the lives of those around her warm heart and gentle spirit.As a homemaker, Donna poured her love into creating a nurturing and welcoming home for her family. In addition to caring for her family, Donna had a passion for books and reading....
John Henry Morrow
Dec 5, 2023
John Morrow, 47, of Diana, passed away on December 5, 2023, in Longview, Texas . John was born on February 11, 1976 in Galveston, Texas to Billy and Shirley Morrow. He was a diesel mechanic , loved fishing, hunting and cooking. John loved his family and adored his grandchildren.
John was a compassionate and kind-hearted individual. His gentle...
Kim Randall Childress
Dec 5, 2023
Kim Randall Childress, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on December 5th, 2023, in Longview, Texas. He was born on February 1st, 1960, Taylor, Texas to William and Betty Childress.Kim was a hard worker, he retired from Sabine Mining Co. after 35 years. He loved his family very much and was always there when they needed him. His...
Hazel Shaw
Dec 4, 2023
Hazel Shaw, 82,of Diana, passed away on December 4, 2023 surrounded by her loving daughters, family and friends. She is now in the arms of her heavenly father, at peace and surrounded by those that went before her. Hazel Shaw was born on September 18, 1941 in Carlton, TX, to Willie (W. C.) Cassady and Janie Squires Cassady. Hazel was best...
Tavian LaVaur Shawn Wilcox
Dec 3, 2023
Tavian LaVaur Shawn Wilcox, 16, was born on May 10, 2007, to Shawn Timothy Wilcox and Michelle Grindstaff Wilcox (Chelle). Tavian returned to his Heavenly Father on December 3, 2023. Tavian is the 8th child of 11.
Tavian is survived by 4 brothers (Jonathon, Timothy, Levi, and Zane), 6 sisters (BreeAwnnah, Alanna, Amymarie, Ashley, Heidi, and Sadie Mae), 3 brothers-in-law (Walter,...
Rhaunal Carl Williams
Nov 29, 2023
Rhaunal Carl Williams, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away on November 29, 2023, in Longview, Texas. He was born on March 27, 1944, in Gilmer, Texas to Herman and Nora Juanita Williams. Rhaunal was well-known for his kind heart and friendly nature.Rhaunal served his country with honor and dedication as a member of the 212th K-9 unit...
Pam Vinson
Nov 28, 2023
Born on August 3, 1956, in Anaheim, California, parents Delma Jane Vinson (Nelms) and Herman Edward Vinson. Pam was called home on November 28, 2023, and was survived by one sibling Greg Vinson and loved by many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
In 1962 Pam’s family moved to Gladewater, TX after the death of her father Herman Vinson...
Beverly Ann Cook
Nov 28, 2023
Beverly Cook was born September 16, 1938, to Marie and T.J. Shannon in Sherman, Texas, where she was raised by her beloved grandparents, Moss, and Lila Bishop. In 1958, she married her high school sweetheart, Bill Cook, and they raised their family in Dallas, Texas. She settled happily into her role as homemaker, wife, and mother, and poured her life...
Steven Curtis Whitaker
Nov 28, 2023
Steven Curtis Whitaker, 59, of Ore City, TX passed away on November 28, 2023 unexpectedly in Wichita Falls, TX. Steve was born on May 6, 1964 in West Bend, WI to Leroy and Helen Whitaker.
Steve was a graduate of Ore City High School. He loved the Green Bay Packers football team. Steve had an infectious laugh that when you...
Naomi Ruth Lucas
Nov 28, 2023
Naomi Ruth Snider Lucas, was born on November 4, 1940 to Lewis and Emma Snider in Hawkins, Texas, peacefully passed away on November 28, 2023, in Tyler, Texas. Naomi lived a profoundly fulfilling life and leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication. She was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of those around her with her kind heart and...
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