Obituaries
Philip (Greg) Kendall
Sep 24, 2024
Philip (Greg) Gregory Kendall was born in Seattle, Washington on May 29, 1953, and was adopted at 3 months by Major Jimmie Kendall and Mary Phillips Kendall. When Maj. Kendall died on duty, Mary and Greg moved back to her hometown, Gilmer, TX. In 1956, Mary married James Dallas Wright and Greg gained a big sister, Nancy.
Greg graduated from Gilmer...
Gerald Rohus
Sep 24, 2024
Services for Gerald A. Rohus, 80, of Ore City, Texas, will be held 2:00PM Monday, September 30, 2024, at Croley Funeral Home in Gilmer, Texas, with Reverend Craig Evers officiating. Interment will follow at Kelsey Cemetery.
Gerald Allison Rohus was born October 2, 1943, in Edgewood, Texas, to Dwain M. and Dovie Welch Rohus. He worked for many years at LeBus...
Percy Ray Gray
Sep 23, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Percy Ray Gray on September 23, 2024. Born on November 6, 1946, in McAllen, Texas, Percy was a dedicated family man who cherished spending time with his loved ones. He was a hardworking individual who always put his family first.
Percy is survived by his loving wife, Leta Gray; his...
Donald Lloyd Hanchey
Sep 21, 2024
In memory of a cherished husband, Donald Lloyd Hanchey, who passed away on September 21, 2024, at the age of 74 in Henderson, TX. Born on September 9, 1950, to Merl and Pauline Hanchey in Liberty, TX, he spent his days as a dedicated oilfield consultant, eventually retiring from Baker Hughes.
Donald, known for his unwavering faith, was an active member...
Sharon Stroman
Sep 21, 2024
Sharon Elaine (Hubbard) Stroman, 77, of Ore City, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at home with her family by her side. She was born on March 21, 1947, in Gilmer, TX to the late Doyle Hubbard and Ozell (Ellison) Hubbard. The day after she graduated from New Diana High School, Sharon married Billy Stroman in Linden, TX on...
Edith McCoy Gandy
Sep 19, 2024
Edith McCoy Gandy, 84, of Gladewater, Texas passed away at home on September 19, 2024. Edith was born on June 20th in Marlin, Texas to James and Annie McCoy and leaves behind several family and friends who will dearly miss her.
There will be no scheduled services per Mrs. Edith's wishes.
Clifford Walter Wright
Sep 16, 2024
Clifford Walter Wright, born on June 19, 1939, in Tyler, Texas, peacefully passed away on September 16, 2024 in his home in Winona, Texas. He leaves behind a legacy of warmth and laughter to all who knew him.
Clifford, known as "Kingpin" on the road, dedicated his life to truck driving, retiring from Southland. He reveled in the joy of cooking,...
Thea LuciSue Williams
Sep 13, 2024
Thea LuciSue Williams passed away Friday September 13, 2024 in Longview. Thea was born to Anthony and Victoria Williams on June 23, 2024 at Longview Regional with her best friend Callan. She was the literal sunshine of our lives and had the sweetest smile and biggest, brightest blue eyes. She was loved by all her family and will forever be...
Mary Louise Kirkland
Sep 10, 2024
Mary Louise Rester Kirkland, 89, of White Oak passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Kirkland was born February 6, 1935 in Picayune, Mississippi to the late Roscoe Rester and Easter Odom Rester. She was a licensed Cosmetologist and Beautician and owned her own shop for many years in Gladewater. Mrs. Kirkland...
Albert James Hilton
Sep 10, 2024
Albert James Hilton was born on March 7, 1967, to his loving parents Homer and Bobbie Hilton in San Antonio de las Alazanas, Coahuila, Mexico. A master mechanic by trade, Albert spent his days tirelessly working on all kinds of motors, using his skilled hands to bring life back to the machines that crossed his path.
Beyond his work, Albert found...
Kevin Francis
Sep 9, 2024
Kevin Francis, 53, of Harleton, went home to his Lord on Monday, September 9, 2024.
Kevin Shane Francis was born May 26, 1971, in Gladewater, Texas, to Keith and Judy Brown Francis. He worked as a heavy-haul driver, and enjoyed life to the fullest. Kevin loved his family and getting together with everyone. In his spare time, he hunted, attended and...
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...
Stephen Ray "Stevie" Scurlock
Aug 31, 2024
On Saturday, August 31, 2024, Stevie Scurlock ended a spectacular 74 year run on this planet and went home to his heavenly Father.
He was born January 30, 1950 in Gladewater, Texas to Ray and Kathlyn Scurlock. Steve attended Gladewater public Schools and graduated from Gladewater High School. He attended Kilgore College, then transferred to Stephen F. Austin State University and...
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...
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