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Frances Lou Hudson
Feb 19, 2025
Frances Lou Hudson, age 89, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025. Born to Ruby Hutchins Herring on June 11, 1935, in Denton, Texas, Frances's life was filled with love, creativity, and service to others.
Frances spent her early years attending grade school in Dallas, Texas, and Leavenworth, Washington. She graduated from Pleasant Grove High School in...
Grace Parrish
Feb 18, 2025
Jewel Grace Parrish was born on November 7, 1928, the youngest of seven children of George and Hattie Allen. As the baby of the family, she was cherished and deeply loved by her parents and siblings.
After settling in East Texas, Grace’s family made their home in Tyler. During college, she met a returning Marine...
John Earl Bullock Jr.
Feb 16, 2025
John Earl Bullock, Jr., known to family and friends as JEB, passed away on February 16, 2025, in a local hospital at the age of 68. He was born on July 4, 1956, in Dover, Delaware, to John Earl Bullock, Sr. and Dorothy Ann Bullock.
Jeb's early life was shaped by his experience as a...
John Vernon Lambert
Feb 12, 2025
John Vernon Lambert
March 11, 1939 – February 12, 2025
John Vernon Lambert, 85, of Mineola, Texas, passed away on February 12, 2025. He was born on March 11, 1939, in Frankfort, Indiana, to Lossie and Bessie Lambert.
A proud patriot, John honorably served as a Sergeant in the...
Johnnie James Wilson
Feb 11, 2025
Johnnie James Wilson, 77, of Como, Texas, passed away on February 11, 2025. He was born
on June 26, 1947, to James Parker Wilson and Gertrude Littlefield.
Johnnie spent his early years working in the oilfields before transitioning into ranching, where he
found his true passion. Known for his strong work...
Katherine Lee Cofer (Sparks)
Feb 11, 2025
Katherine Lee Cofer, 82, of Baytown, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025. She was born on August 1, 1942, in Kilgore, Texas, to Jessie Warren Sparks and Louella Pearl Sparks.
In February 1975, Katherine married the love of her life, Henry Hurshel Cofer. Together, they built a life filled with love and hard...
Marshall Love
Feb 10, 2025
Marshall Lee Love Jr., born June 25th, 1954, in Hawkins, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Marshall lived his life in Hawkins, where he worked as a dedicated carpenter and was known for his skilled craftsmanship. He was a devoted member and deacon of the First Baptist Church of Hawkins, where his...
Leta Fern Walker
Feb 10, 2025
Leta Fern Walker, 82, of Mineola, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025. Born on August 15, 1942, in Van Zandt County, she was the beloved daughter of Raymond James and Adel Walker James. Leta was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched all who knew her.
Leta spent...
Isaiah Zayne Owens Jackson
Feb 10, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Isaiah Zayne Owens Jackson, who left this world far too soon on February 10, 2025, at the age of 17. Born on September 13, 2007, in Athens, Texas, Isaiah grew up in and around Winnsboro, Texas, where he was surrounded by the love of his family and friends.
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Vicki Romero
Feb 8, 2025
Vicki Romero, 25, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on February 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on September 4, 1999, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, to Elpidio and Gloria Murillo. Even throughout her illness, Vicki's positive spirit shone brightly, and she always greeted the world with...
Christine Lyn Lott (Lott)
Feb 7, 2025
Christine Lyn Lott, born on January 22, 1967, in Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, at the age of 58. She is preceded in death by her father, Travis Lott; her mother, Patricia Ann Ryan; and her stepfather, Donald Cleatus Ledford.
A proud graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi, Christine dedicated...
Patrick David Stephens
Feb 6, 2025
Patrick David Stephens, 39, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away on February 6, 2025. He was
born on May 6, 1985, in Papillion, Nebraska, to Chuck and Barbara Stephens.
A contractor by trade, Patrick was an accomplished carpenter. Many of the structures he’s built
stand as a testament to his dedication and...
Jerry Sowell
Feb 3, 2025
Jerrell “Jerry” Lee Sowell went to meet his Lord on February 3, 2025; he was 77 years old. Jerry was
born in Goose Creek, Texas to Files and Madelle Sowell of Deer Park, Texas who preceded him in death.
Jerry spent a portion of his life dealing with and working on old model...
William Gaines Abernathy
Feb 3, 2025
Wiliam Gaines Abernathy passed away on February 3, 2025 in Winnsboro, TX after a short illness. He was born February 15, 1953 to D.C. and Mary Gaines Abernathy. He went by his nickname, Bill, all his life.
Bill spent his entire youth in Commerce, attending 12 years of public school and 4 years at ETSU....
Kathryn Ann Lewis (Lott)
Feb 1, 2025
Mrs. Kathryn Lewis age 78 of Mineola, TX passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025. Kathy was born July 24, 1946 to the Late W.E Lott and Minnie Alice Lott.
Kathy was a faithful member of New Hope Baptist Church in Mineola TX. She enjoyed being in the church kitchen cooking for the youth, singing...
Margaret Ellen Judah
Jan 31, 2025
Margaret Ellen Judah, 95, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025. She was born on December 14, 1929, in Hartford, Alabama, to Richmond and Bessie Alberson.
On May 9, 1951, Margaret married the love of her life, Lewie Judah, and together they built a beautiful life centered around family and faith. She...
Richard Joel Ellington
Jan 31, 2025
By divine decree from our Loving Creator and Savior, Richard Joel Ellington was born on February 20, 1957, to Bob and
Donna Ellington in Paris, Arkansas. Then on January 31, 2025, Rick at age 67 passed into the presence of King Jesus and eternal life. Rick’s family moved to Texas during his elementary school years. About this...
Wanda Lou Weems
Jan 31, 2025
Wanda Lou Weems
December 21, 1940 – January 31, 2025
Wanda Lou Weems, 84, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025. She was born on December 21, 1940, in Wood County, Texas, to Edgar and Laverne Rushing Jones.
Wanda grew up in Winnsboro, where she cultivated...
Regina Faye Knickerbocker
Jan 31, 2025
Regina “Jeanie” Faye Knickerbocker, age 85, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away on January 31, 2025. She was born on July 25, 1939, in Dallas, Texas, to Leonard Looper and Cleo Regina Smithey Looper.
Jeanie is preceded in death by her beloved husband James “Jim” Knickerbocker, who passed away on March 26, 2014, both parents, and...
Patricia Mae Gallardo
Jan 30, 2025
Patricia Gallardo (Nee: Lamb) of Mineola, Texas sadly passed away on January 30, 2025, at the
age of 70.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Carlos Gallardo, Sir Knight of Knights of Columbus. She is survived by her daughter, Renee Lamb, her “SIL” Michael Sabo, and grandson Zander. She was a loving mother,...
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