Obituaries
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...
John Thomas McKeehan
Aug 16, 2024
John Thomas McKeehan, 77, of Diana, returned to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, August 16, 2024, while participating in one of his favorite pastimes – fishing on the lake. He was born on October 1, 1946, in Port Smith, Virginia to the late James E. McKeehan and Margaret (Lawrence) McKeehan. John married Audrey Broadus in 1968 and...
Kenneth Fielden
Aug 16, 2024
Kenneth Rochelle Fielden, the first son of Mildred Cox Fielden and Curtis Fielden was born in Gilmer, Tx on December 20, 1937, and lived a life full of love, laughter and adventure before passing away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on August 16, 2024.
With a heart full of joy, Ken cherished every moment spent with his family,...
Jimmie Ray Warren
Aug 15, 2024
Friends and loved ones, join us in celebrating the vibrant life of Jimmie Ray Warren, born on December 30, 1996 in Gladewater, Texas. Embracing every moment with a spirit of adventure, Jimmie relished his time in the mountains of Oregon, under the vast skies. He was a free-spirited soul, finding joy in the outdoors and skydiving, always seeking new thrills.
Known...
Jerry Leftwich
Aug 15, 2024
Jerry Bob Leftwich, a cherished resident of Diana, Texas, passed away on August 15, 2024, at the age of 83. Jerry was born on May 2, 1941, in Hughes Springs, Texas to James Riley and Delia (Nelson) Leftwich.
Throughout his life, Jerry devoted himself to his career as a builder in construction leaving behind a legacy of strength and craftsmanship that...
Marvin Merle Slater
Aug 15, 2024
Marvin Merle Slater, born on October 9, 1939 in Allen Park, Michigan, to loving parents Leonard and Mary Slater. He lived a life filled with passion and adventure, embracing every moment with a smile on his face. An exuberant individual, he found joy in disco dancing during his younger days, and his spirit truly soared when he took to the...
Ellis Wayne Stewart
Aug 12, 2024
It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories that we announce the death of Ellis Wayne Stewart, August 12, 2024, in Gladewater, Texas. Known to many as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Ellis was born on July 17, 1931, in Forgan, Oklahoma, to Claude and Ila Mae Stewart. Shortly thereafter, the family moved to Marshfield, Missouri.Following a brief...
Florence Ann Pope
Aug 8, 2024
Florence “Ann” Pope 78 was born in Gladewater, Texas on July 23, 1946, to Charles Wayne, Sr. and Mae Pope. Ann passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024.
Ann grew up in Pritchett, Texas with her two brothers, Charles "Wayne" and Nathan "Tim." She graduated from Union Grove ISD in 1964. Ann was a lifetime member of the Pritchett Church of...
Charlcie Lyle
Aug 6, 2024
Charlcie Ellen Lyle, born on October 30, 1945, in Melissa, Texas, passed away on August 6, 2024 in Gladewater, Texas. She was a homemaker who poured her heart into loving her family. Charlcie is survived by her daughter Mary Jones and her son John Lyle and spouse Mary; daughter-in-law, Christie Lyle. She is also mourned by her grandchildren, Cody Nelson,...
Jo Beth Smith
Aug 6, 2024
Jo Beth Smith, passed away on August 6, 2024, in Longview, Texas. She was born on February 10, 1935, in Abilene, Texas.
Jo lived a life filled with compassion, kindness, and a deep devotion to her loved ones. Her talents as a seamstress were not only evident in the beautiful creations she made but also in the intricate threads of love...
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