Obituaries

Sep 2, 2024

Danielle Nicole Holt, affectionately known as "Granny", passed away on September 2, 2024, at the age of 32. Born on February 26, 1992, in Quitman, Texas, Danielle was a beloved daughter, sister, and aunt whose kindness, warmth, and infectious smile touched the lives of all who knew her.

Danielle grew up in Winnsboro, Texas, where...

Sep 1, 2024

With heavy hearts, we annouce the passing of our beloved children Madilynn Skye Evans age 4, and Maison Christopher Evans age 2, who were taken from us too soon on September 1,2024. They brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives with their kind hearts, radiant smiles, and boundless curiosity. Though their time with us was brief the depth...

Sep 1, 2024

With heavy hearts, we annouce the passing of our beloved children Madilynn Skye Evans age 4, and Maison Christopher Evans age 2, who were taken from us too soon on September 1,2024. They brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives with their kind hearts, radiant smiles, and boundless curiosity. Though their time with us was brief the depth...

Aug 30, 2024

Billie John Harpole, known to many as Bill, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024, at the age of 96. Born on June 17, 1928, in Golden, Texas, Bill was the son of the late Oscar Milton Harpole and Lois Esther Bellomy Harpole. He grew up in Golden, where he graduated from Golden High School.

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Aug 29, 2024

Kyle Christopher Sawyer, born on September 24, 1976, in Dallas, Texas, passed away on August 29, 2024, at the age of 47. Kyle was the beloved son of Peter Sawyer and Katherine Sawyer. He attended Hillcrest High School, graduating in 1996, and went on to study photography at Richland College, where he earned an Associate’s Degree. His talent in...

Aug 26, 2024

Ricardo (Rick) Miguel Paredes was born on May 8, 1955 and went peacefully home to our Lord on August 26, 2024. He grew up in Fort Worth and attended North Side High School.

Rick was a proud Marine and served our country stationed in Vietnam. After the military he began a career with the US Postal Service....

Aug 22, 2024

Lynn Churchill Peppeard, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 83, surrounded by family, on August 22, 2024. Born on October 16, 1940, in Amarillo, Texas, Lynn was a vibrant and cherished presence in the lives of those who knew her. She lost her battle with ovarian cancer much too soon. She will...

Aug 20, 2024

Brandon Tyler Messimer, known affectionately as Tyler, passed away on August 20, 2024, at the age of 39. He was born on February 5, 1985, in Tyler, Texas, and grew up in Winnsboro, Texas.

Tyler was lifetime member of First Baptist Church of Winnsboro and a proud 2003 graduate of Winnsboro High School, where he...

Aug 20, 2024

Edward Dean Adkins, born on February 19, 1953, in Peoria, Illinois, passed away leaving a legacy of service, artistry, and love. After graduating from high school, Edward joined the United States Navy, where he proudly served for 16 years as a Gunners Mate before retiring. While in the Navy, he married the love of his life, Sondra, on February...

Aug 18, 2024

Billie N. Shirey, a cherished wife, mother, and spiritual pillar, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2024, at her residence in Longview, Texas. She was 94 years old.

Born on April 19, 1930, in the Cartwright community of Wood County, Billie was the daughter of the late William Clyde Smith and Mary Goldie Kirkpatrick Smith....

Aug 13, 2024

Bill Mann was born on October 4, 1948 and passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024 in Tyler, Texas.

The son of O’Rena “Rena” and Bill Mann, Sr., he had many good memories of growing up in Mineola,

Texas and making frequent trips to Houston to visit Grandma Mann. From a young age, Bill enjoyed...

Aug 12, 2024

Clarance Eugene "Gene" LupPlace, born on March 23, 1940, in Rosboro, Arkansas, passed away on August 12, 2024. Gene, as he was fondly known, was the beloved son of the late Clarance Alexander LupPlace and Christine Tweedle LupPlace. At the age of 10, Gene moved with his family to Dallas, Texas, where he would grow up and lay the...

Aug 12, 2024

Robert L. Pendergrass, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on August 12, 2024, in a Tyler hospital, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. Born on July 7, 1940, in Altus, Oklahoma, to the late Jefferson Lee Pendergrass and Juanita Osburn Pendergrass, Robert's life was a testament to hard work and devotion.

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Aug 10, 2024

Billie Mae Phillips, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2024, at the age of 96. She was born on January 10, 1928, in Hopkins County, Texas, to W.T. "Bill" Miller and Flonnie Mae Nichols Miller.

Billie Mae grew up in Pickton, Texas, where she developed a love for learning...

Aug 10, 2024

Dennis Lee Davis - Age 76 of Winnsboro, Texas, went home to Glory to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on August 10, 2024, at 6:16 PM. Surrounded by his loving family, he passed away peacefully.

Dennis was born on October 2, 1947, in Dallas, Texas to Jack and Maxine Davis. He proudly served as...

Aug 9, 2024

Leslie Carter Mallory, born April 21, 1964, embarked on his new journey in the afterlife on August 9, 2024. A man who lived life with unparalleled zest, Les cherished his family and friends deeply and will be profoundly missed by all who knew him.

Les was a proud graduate of Mineola High School and devoted...

Aug 5, 2024

Betty Martin, born on December 15, 1944, in Ft. Worth, Texas, to James and Bertha Butler, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. A devoted Christian and a dedicated worker, Betty embodied the values of faith, love, and perseverance throughout her life.

Betty married the love of her life, David Martin, on December 31,...

Aug 2, 2024

Allen Isham, a cherished soul known for his kindness and love, passed away peacefully at his home in Mineola, Texas, on August 2, 2024. Born on June 27, 1982, in Dallas, Texas, to Michael Isham, Sr. and Linnie Self Isham, Allen lived a life rich in love and simplicity.

Allen graduated from Clifton High School...

Aug 1, 2024

Cheryl Diann Gillis went to be with the Lord on August 1, 2024, surrounded by loved ones and family. Born on January 22, 1963, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Roddy Paul and Kay Francis Spivey Gillis, Cheryl grew up in Garland, Texas, where she attended high school.

Cheryl was a bright personality with a big...

Jul 30, 2024

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Eddie Lee Horton

Mr. Eddie Lee Horton, Jr. age 93, of Mineola, Tx passed away July 30, 2024.

Eddie Lee was born February 28, 1931 in Elmgrove, LA to the late Eddie Lee Horton, Sr. and Annie Cawthorne Horton.

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