Obituaries
Kimlyn White Young
Aug 22, 2022
Kimlyn White Young passed away at home on Monday, August 22, 2022, surrounded by family at the age of 69. She was born on September 5th, 1952, in Gilmer, Texas to Fred James White, Sr. and Bernice Knight White. She graduated from Gilmer High School in 1971. She attended Kilgore College receiving an Associates Degree. She worked as a substitute...
Dolores Jean Moore
Aug 20, 2022
Cremation arrangements for Dolores Jean Moore, 94, of Hawkins are under the direction of Croley Funeral Home in Hawkins. No further services are scheduled at this time. Mrs. Moore passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2022, in Hawkins.
John Donald Weeks
Aug 19, 2022
John Donald Weeks, known as “Bud” passed away Friday Aug. 19th at Christus Good Shepherd in Longview, TX. He was born May 2, 1943 in St. Augistine, MO, to Howard & Cora Mae Weeks. John married Saundra P. Weeks on May 3, 1964 in Woodlawn, TX. He proudly served in the US Army and the 49th Armored Division of the...
Durene Sanders
Aug 17, 2022
Ms. Durene Sanders, age 85, passed away on August 17, 2022 in Longview, TX. Durene was born in Gilmer, TX to the late Marvin and Leona Skinner Davis. Durene is survived by her son, Bueford Dopson; brother, Gary Wayne Davis; and sister Janice Marie Longston. She was preceded in death by her husband, Van Sanders, and parents Marvin and Leona...
Ronald Lee Turner
Aug 16, 2022
In loving memory of Ronald Turner. Born 12/17/1963 in Eloy, Arizona & passed away 8/16/2022 in Longview, Tx. Ronnie was proceeded in death by his parents, Clarence & Kathern Turner. Ronnie was a Christian & loved attending church & going fishing whenever he could. He was loved by his family & friends & will be greatly missed.
Joy Marie Tredway
Aug 16, 2022
Joy Marie Tredway was born June 5, 1959 in Odessa, Texas. Joy passed to heaven unexpectedly on August 16, 2022 in Longview, Texas. She is preceded in death by her father, Loyd “Boose” Tredway; mother, Mattie Lee Parrish Tredway Barker; husband Bobby Knoten; husband James Stewart. She is survived by her daughters, Amy Knoten of Gilmer, Texas and Amber Stewart...
Kenneth LaNeal Holland
Aug 15, 2022
Kenneth LaNeal Holland, 63, of Gilmer was taken from this life on August 15, 2022. His loss was completely unexpected, and the family is shocked and deeply saddened.
Ken was born on February 1, 1959, to the late Kenneth Edward & Dion Holland. After graduating from Star Spencer High School in 1977, he worked in the oil field for many years...
Mary Jane Strickland
Aug 14, 2022
Mary Jane Strickland, 76, of Irving, Texas passed away on August 14, 2022. Mary was born May 10, 1946 to Clarence and Velma Henderson. Mary’s passion was her family. Mary’s caring heart always helped anyone in need. She loved her family dearly and treasured time with them. Mary was known to sing and dance doing the two step. Her passion...
Janice Kay Spills
Aug 10, 2022
Janice Kay Spills, 70, passed away in Longview on August 10, 2022. She was born in Lamar County, Texas on September 20, 1951, to the late Joe and Mary Alice (McDaniel) Spills. For over twenty years Janice was a resident at the Bradford House in Gilmer. She loved the color pink and was always looking forward to celebrating her next...
Lynn "Mike" Ray
Aug 9, 2022
Lynn "Mike" Ray, 74, passed away on August 9, 2022, in Gilmer, TX. Lynn Ray was born on July 31, 1948 in Texas City, Texas, where he was welcomed by William and Patsy Ray. After graduating Gilmer High School in 1967, Lynn initially pursued a degree as a Music Major but promptly joined the Navy and proudly served his country...
James Michael Pullen
Aug 8, 2022
James was born August 11, 1953 in Gladewater to the late William Stanley and Hazel Wanell Smith Pullen. James was better known as “Buffalo” by all his family and friends. He was a master carpenter and enjoyed wood working. When he wasn’t working Buffalo liked fishing or having a drink and visiting with his family and friends. James was always...
Robert William Willeford, Jr.
Aug 8, 2022
Service for Robert “Bobby” Willeford, 86, of Jefferson, is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Saturday, August 13, 2022 at Graceton Church of Christ in Diana, with Doyle Bruce officiating. Burial will be at Mattox Cemetery in Diana. Arrangements are under the direction of Grubbs-Loyd Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors on Friday, August 12, 2022, 5 – 7 PM at...
Larry E. Xanders
Aug 6, 2022
Larry E. Xanders, 68, went home to be with the Lord and family that preceded him on Saturday, August 6, 2022, in Longview, Texas. Larry was born September 19, 1953, in Mt. Carmel, IL to Harry & Eleanor Xanders. He married his childhood sweetheart, Debra Lynch Xanders, August 8, 2003. He devoted his life to his wife and family. He...
Billie Jo Whittle
Aug 5, 2022
Billie Jo Whittle, 95, went home to be with her Lord and family that preceded her on Friday, August 5, 2022, in Longview, Texas. Mrs. Whittle was born May 27, 1927, in Pampa, Texas, to Claude and Johnnie Sheppard. She devoted her life to her family and service to others. She worked at Honey Togs in Gladewater for many years...
Nelda "Sue" Gage Martin
Aug 3, 2022
Nelda "Sue" Gage Martin, age 77, of Gilmer passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2022. Sue was born in Winnsboro, Texas, to the late Clester “Bus” Gage and Edna Hall Gage. She married William Larry Martin of Gilmer, Texas, on July 24, 1965, in Upshur County. After graduating from Gladewater High School, Sue attended Kilgore College. She was faithful in...
Cleve Sexton
Aug 1, 2022
Cleve Sexton, 30, of Dallas, Texas, passed away on Monday, August 1, 2022, at his residence. The family will receive visitors on Sunday, August 7, 2022, 6-8 PM, at Grubbs-Loyd Funeral Home in Diana. A private family service will be held at a later date. Cleve was born on February 16, 1992, in Longview, Texas to Shane and Kelly Sexton....
James Richard Dent
Aug 1, 2022
Service for Ricky “Shug” Dent, 69, of Marshall is scheduled for 11:00 AM, Thursday, August 4, 2022 at Grubbs-Loyd Chapel in Diana, with Brother Sellers officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Grubbs-Loyd Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors at 10:00 AM at Grubbs-Loyd. Burial will be at Walnut Creek Cemetery in Diana. He passed away on Monday, August...
Mikal Hollis-Wayne Tennison
Jul 30, 2022
Mikal Tennison, passed away on July 30, 2022, in Longview Texas. Mikal is survived by his parents, Hollis Jr. and Sheldreika Tennison; sisters, Aniaja Barnes and Taryn Tennison; his grandparents, Hollis and Marie Tennison, Michael Orange and wife, Yolanda, and Sandra Owens; niece, Aliyah Fite; nephew, Zayden Christopher; uncles, Dustin Tennison, Anthony Orange, Michael Orange, and Nicholas Orange; aunts, Kristin...
Charles "Chuck" Dale Bennett
Jul 30, 2022
Charles "Chuck" Dale Bennett made his flight to heaven Saturday July 29th at 2:40pm. He is now with those that proceeded him, his father Charles M Bennett and his brother Thomas E Bennett Sr. Charles was born on May 21, 1959. He served 4 yrs in the US Army in both Germany and Oklahoma. He also was a carpenter for...
Gaylon Scott
Jul 28, 2022
Gaylon Vaughn Scott, 81, of Gilmer passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022. He was born on February 13, 1941 in Mt. Pleasant, TX to the late Grover and Novice Kidwell Scott. Mr. Scott was an industrial truckdriver for many years and will be missed by the loving friends and family he leaves behind. Gaylon is survived by his sons,...
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