Obituaries
John Michael McWhorter Jr.
Nov 1, 2023
John Michael “Mikey” McWhorter Jr., age 41, formerly of Gladewater, passed away on November 1, 2023, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Mikey was born on July 18, 1982, to John McWhorter Sr. and Lynda Edwards.
Mikey graduated from Gladewater High School in 2000. He was a huge Gladewater Bears fan. He had a unique personality and never met a stranger.
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Velma Marie Wisdom
Oct 30, 2023
In Loving Memory of Velma Marie Wisdom
August 10, 1925 - October 30, 2023
Velma Marie Wisdom, a beloved mother, daughter, and skilled seamstress, peacefully passed away on October 30, 2023, in her home in Diana, TX, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. She was 98 years old.
Born on August 10, 1925, Velma Marie was...
John Henry Lee Mattingly II
Oct 28, 2023
John Mattingly II, 47, was born August 2, 1976 in Muskogee, Oklahoma to John and Regina Mattingly and passed away October 26, 2023 in White Oak, Texas.
John never met a stranger, and loved conversing. He was absolutely hilarious and enjoyed making a crowd of people laugh. He was great at being an Uncle. Lit up the room with his...
Sharon Lee Franklin
Oct 27, 2023
In Loving Memory:
Sharon Lee Franklin, 66, of Ore City passed away Friday October 27, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Sharon Franklin, was born on September 16, 1957 in Dearborn, MI, to Raymond Lee Koon and Orpha Lee McNew Williams
Sharon's journey began in Michigan, where she was raised by her loving mother, Opha Williams (McNew) and step father, Homer...
Lonnye Jean Ray
Oct 26, 2023
Lonnye Ray, 93, of Gladewater, Texas passed away on October 26, 2023. Lonnye was born on July 20, 1930 in Upshur County to Babel and Juanita Baird Painter.
Lonnye went to school in East Mountain, Texas where she graduated in 1947. She married the love of her life, Percy Ray on August 9, 1947. Percy preceded her in death in...
James David Robinson
Oct 24, 2023
James David Robinson, a dedicated Police Officer and a beloved member of the community, passed away on October 24, 2023. He was born on November 15, 1952, in Gadsden, Alabama to his parents James and Nodga Robinson.
From a young age, it was clear that James had a strong sense of duty. After completing high school, he joined the Army...
Sheila Ferguson
Oct 23, 2023
Sheila Ferguson, 71, of Longview, Texas passed away on October 23, 2023. Sheila was born in Edinbourgh, Scotland to William and Agnes Ferguson.
Sheila had a heart of gold. She enjoyed her family and friends to the fullest. She was straightforward and not afraid to give out a little tough love if it was needed. Sheila was hardworking and cared...
Frances Irene Varner
Oct 23, 2023
Frances Irene Varner, lovingly known as a devoted mother, cherished sister, and beloved grandmother, passed away on October 23, 2023, at the age of 85. She was born on April 12, 1938 to Robert and Myrtle Roberts in Gilmer.
She was preceded in death by her parents, sons, Cay and Ricky Varner, brother, Wayne Miller, sisters, Dorothy Scott, Shirley Seahorn...
Vera Louise Kruse
Oct 21, 2023
Vera Louise Kruse, age 84, of Gladewater, passed away on October 21, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born on February 18, 1939, in Arkansas to Verden and Edna Allison.
Lou was a loving Christian wife, momma, nanna, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. Lou’s children were the light of her life. She loved cooking for Jody and sewing for...
Frederick Claxton Randlof "Clay" Barker
Oct 20, 2023
Frederick Claxton Randolf "Clay" Barker, 5, was born May 25, 2018 and passed away on October 20, 2023 surrounded by loved ones.
Clay is survived by his parents, Micheal and Anna West of Hawkins, brothers, Micheal West Jr. and Matthew West, sisters, Joli Innerarity and June Luna, grandparents, James and Becky Barker of Gladewater, Shane and Beth West of Ben...
Shirley Darlene (Woods) Revill
Oct 20, 2023
Shirley Darlene (Woods) Revill, 72, of Hawkins, passed away on Friday, October 20, 2023, with her husband of 53 years by her side. She was born to Travis and Christine Woods on August 6, 1951, in Hawkins, Texas. Shirley was quick to remind people that she was born during a power outage in the heat of August. After graduating from...
Jimmie Frances McKinley
Oct 18, 2023
Jimmie Frances Warren McKinley, age 95, of Gladewater passed away peacefully on October 18, 2023, in Gladewater. Jimmie was born on March 26, 1928, in Winona to Jim T. Warren and Sarah Jewel Warren. Her father was a minister, and she spent her childhood traveling around the country ministering to those in need.
She was a longtime member of the...
Dr. Barbara Tillman Nau
Oct 16, 2023
Susan was born in Dallas, Texas on October 23, 1956, to Ralph and Fayrene Tillman. She graduated valedictorian from Kimball high school after serving as captain of the drill team and being elected homecoming queen.
After graduation she attended Baylor University for two years and then transferred to Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas where she graduated with a Bachelor...
Judith Carole Glendinning
Oct 15, 2023
Judith (Judy) Carole Glendinning, age 81, passed away on October 15, 2023. Judith was born on March, 9, 1942 in Gilmer, Tx to Leroy and Olna Dalrymple.
Judith was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Robert Glendinning, and her sister Lynda Spencer.
She is survived by her daughters Cathy Spencer and Paige Williams, both of Gilmer, her sister...
Betty Murrell
Oct 15, 2023
Memorial Services for Betty Ann Murrell, 72, of Ore City, Texas, will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Walnut Creek Baptist Church in Diana, Texas. Mrs. Murrell passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Sunday, October 15, 2023, at home.
Betty Ann Patrick Murrell was born February 22, 1951, in Gladewater, Texas, to Leon Boyd...
Martha Lucille Close
Oct 15, 2023
Martha Lucille Close, born on December 29, 1936 to Herman and Lucille Fulbright, in Olney, Texas and passed away on October 15, 2023. She was a beloved mother, sister, and friend to many. In addition to being a loving mother and sister, Martha was a cherished friend to many. Her warmth and compassion touched the lives of countless individuals who were...
Virginia Lee Hammond Sella
Oct 13, 2023
We are heartbroken to share that Virginia Hammond Sella, age 81, died in Gladewater, TX on October 13, 2023, in the company of loved ones.
A proud New Englander, she spent her childhood in East Greenwich, RI, daughter of Sanford and Frances Hammond. After graduating from Springfield College, she taught school in East Greenwich. In her mid-twenties, employed by International School Services, she went to...
Robert Leon Stockfeld
Oct 12, 2023
Robert Stockfeld, age 65, passed away on October 12, 2023. He was born in Santa Cruz, CA to Richard Stockfeld and Mary Airhart.
Robert is survived by his sister, Shawn Henning, 3 nieces, Sharla Erskine, Tasha Slaton, Rebecca Coffey, great nieces, Elizabeth Coffey, Averee Coffey, MaryJane Bowers, Kacelynn Price, one great nephew, Calvin Coffey and many other relatives.
He...
Donald Earl Van Houten
Oct 11, 2023
Donald Earl Van Houten, age 61, of Gladewater, passed away on October 11, 2023, in Gladewater. He was born on October 4, 1962, in Magnolia, Arkansas to Walter and Barbara Van Houten.
Donald was a 1981 graduate of Gladewater High School. After school, he soon followed in the footsteps of his father and his grandfather, working as a machinist for...
Marion Stephen "M.S." Gann
Oct 11, 2023
Marion Stephen Gann, lovingly known as M.S., was born December 13, 1944 to M.J. and Geraldine Gann. M.S. was called home to our lord on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 surrounded by family. He will be sorely missed by all those who had the privilege of crossing paths with him throughout his remarkable life. His profound impact on the community and...
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