Obituaries

Oct 5, 2024

Raymond (Michael) Miller, 74, of Sulphur Springs, TX, passed away on October 5, 2024. Born on May 5, 1950, Michael was a devoted husband to Tammy Miller, whom he married February 23, 1980, loving father to two sons, and a giving member of his community.

Michael graduated from Como Pickton High School in 1968 and...

Oct 5, 2024

Beverly Jean Shields, 73, went to be with her Lord & Savior on Saturday, October 5, 2024.

Beverly was born February 5, 1951, to Harold and Dorma Shields. She was Valedictorian of her 1969

Quitman High School graduating class and a 1974 graduate of East Texas State University. She was

crowned Quitman’s Miss...

Oct 5, 2024

Peter Charles Walhof, affectionately known as Pete & Papa, peacefully closed his eyes and entered heaven on October 5, 2024. Born on November 17, 1939, in Artesia, California, to Charles and Annetta (Kooiman) Walhof, Pete lived a long and impactful life, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him.

A proud graduate of LeTourneau...

Oct 2, 2024

Cheryl Lynn Cotten, born on August 20, 1952, in Lindale, Texas, passed away on October 2, 2024, at the age of 72. She was the beloved daughter of James Williams and Christine Coe Williams.

Cheryl spent much of her life in service to others, retiring from a dedicated career in medical records with Presbyterian Hospital...

Oct 2, 2024

Charles “Chuck” Wesley Shafer, born on December 28, 1944, in Nelsonville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was the cherished son of Charles G. and Audrey Shafer.

After graduating from high school, Chuck enlisted in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War, proudly serving as an...

Sep 30, 2024

Hershel Lloyd Sullivan, 88, completed his earthy journey on September 30, 2024. Lloyd was born August 26, 1936 in the community of Concord in Wood County Texas to Parker and Lois Hartsfield Sullivan, the 5th of 7 children. He grew up as a country boy, playing and working on the family farm. He attended Concord School then graduated from...

Sep 30, 2024

Toby Joe Jones, cherished father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2024, at the age of 76. Born on August 1, 1948, in Winnsboro, Texas, he was the son of Fred Barton Woods and Jewel Joy Jones. Joe was a proud veteran who served in the Army during the Vietnam War, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to...

Sep 29, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kenneth Chase Cooley, affectionately known as Chase and lovingly referred to as "Gotti Boy," on September 29, 2024. Born on January 2, 1985, in Dallas, Texas, Chase lived a life filled with passion, adventure, and love.

Chase was a devoted husband to Tyle Jacqlene...

Sep 29, 2024

Robert Ardney McLarty, lovingly known as Bob, was born on October 30, 1943, in Winnsboro, Texas to Ben Jack McLarty and Doris Dickey McLarty.

From an early age, Bob couldn’t hide his mischievous side. With those sparkling blue eyes and a contagious laugh, he always entertained his friends with some sort of shenanigans and loved...

Sep 27, 2024

Ricky Wayne White, born on May 8, 1969, in Dallas, Texas, passed away on September 27, 2024, at the age of 55. Ricky was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend who touched the lives of many through his kindness, sense of humor, and generous spirit.

Ricky was the son of Danny Wayne White of...

Sep 27, 2024

Glenn Dale Wilcox, age 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family including his wife, Minnie Ruth and twin sister Glennis, on September 27, 2024, in Mineola, Texas.

Glenn was born on October 5, 1936, in Pickton, Texas, to Forney C. Wilcox and Willie Mae Hitt Wilcox. A lifelong Texan, Glenn was a devoted...

Sep 23, 2024

Linda Kay Vahrenkamp, age 83, of Winnsboro, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024. She was born on January 6, 1941, in Port Arthur, Texas, to Joseph and Marjorie Richardson.

Linda worked as an administrative assistant in the banking industry until her retirement. Known for her exceptional cooking and baking, Linda also had a...

Sep 23, 2024

Bobby Lee Vaughn, a cherished son, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on May 5, 1947, in Wood County, Texas. Bobby was the beloved son of Dud Vaughn and Ruby Irene Palmer. He grew up in Winnsboro, where he developed a love for the land and a strong...

Sep 21, 2024

John D. Puckett, 86, of Holly Lake Ranch, Texas passed away suddenly on Saturday September 21, 2024 in Tyler, Texas.

John was born on February 11, 1938 in Pickton, Texas to Tom and Lorene Puckett. John spent his early childhood years in Como, Texas. He moved to Grand Prairie, Texas in 1950. On January 3,...

Sep 20, 2024

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of James McElhaney Carson III, affectionately known as "Mac," who left us on September 20, 2024, in Sulphur Springs, Texas. His absence leaves an irreplaceable void in the hearts of his family and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Born in Kershaw, South Carolina, Mac...

Sep 15, 2024

Gloria Fern Allen, beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away on September 15, 2024, at the age of 87. She was born on February 15, 1937, in Waxahachie, Texas, to James Emmitt Heath and Clara Dee Heath.

Gloria led a life full of dedication and adventure. She worked as a clerical administrator at Cook's...

Sep 11, 2024

Joyce Fern Garrett Griffith, 91, of Clarksville, TN., passed away on September 11, 2024. Joyce was born on September 18, 1932, in Gracemont, OK., the daughter of William Bartie and Mattie Mae Crawford Garrett.

Joyce graduated from Mustang, OK. High School in 1950. She was the Salutatorian of her class and played basketball for four...

Sep 9, 2024

Elsie Wilma Purvis, age 82, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 9, 2024. A faithful loving mother, Elsie was born to Merle and Pauline Kennell.

Elsie enjoyed playing music, excelling at the accordion, piano, and organ. She devoted her career as a health care provider with over 35 years of...

Sep 9, 2024

Bettye Landrum, a cherished individual known for her kind, loving, caring, and generous spirit, left us on September 9, 2024. She was born in Bennington, Oklahoma, on May 29, 1943, to James Garfield Bell and Alice Louise Bell. She grew up in Cooper, Texas, where she attended Cooper High School. She moved to Mineola, Texas, in 1986.

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Sep 8, 2024

CMSgt Windell D. Horton, U.S. Air Force retired, age 92, of the Rosewood community died in Winnsboro, Texas on September 8th, 2024. Burial will be at Lee Cemetery in Winnsboro, Texas.

Windell was born on November 1, 1931, in Old Fate Community of Rockwall County, Texas. The youngest of six children of Gordon and Julia Lee Taylor...